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A+E Television Networks
Posted on October 5, 2014 by cewilder
by Caley Wildermuth
A+E Network Logo – photo courtesy of C21Media (1)
New York, NY 1001
www.aenetworks.com
Abbe Raven – Chairman and Past President/CEO, A+E Networks – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (2)
Nancy Dubuc – President and CEO, A+E Networks – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (3)
Robert DeBitetto –
President, Brand Strategy, Business Development and A+E Studios, A+E Networks – A+E Courtesy of A+E Networks (4)
Beginning in 1984 as a joint venture between The Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company, A+E Television Networks is now an international media company with over ten channels, six original brands, and owner and operator of the informative historical website Bio (5). Standing for "Arts and Entertainment" Television, the company reaches over 330 million homes of 160 markets in over 60 different languages and a variety of genres, including both reality and scripted shows. Their ten channels include A&E, Lifetime, Lifetime Movie Network, History, H2, Military History, FYI, Crime and Investigation, History en Español, and Lifetime Real Women (6). Top shows across all channels include History's Vikings and Pawn Stars, Lifetime's Devious Maids and Dance Moms, and A+E's Duck Dynasty and Bate's Motel (3).
Logos of all A+E Network Channels – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (5)
Created in 1984, the company only consisted of one channel: The Arts and Entertainment Channel. Although small in the beginning, the channel's first-ever original programming propelled the company to new heights. Beginning with only 9 million subscribers, the company began to stray away from their original theme of fine art content into content more accustomed for a younger audience. This included historical documentaries and sitcoms that helped boost subscriptions. One of their most popular series was the show Biography, a docuseries that chronicled the lives and stories of famous celebrities and societal figures and brought the channel its first Emmy nomination in 1990. (7)
As subscriptions skyrocketed, the channel officially changed its name to A & E on its 10th anniversary and began to refocus its image into three themes: "biographies, mysteries, and specials" (7). With this rebranding, the company launched three new channels including the History Channel, the History International Channel (now known as H2), and the Biography Channel, which was recently rebranded as the new channel, FYI. By 2001, the History Channel hit 70 million subscribers, making it the fastest cable network to hit those numbers since launch. Continuing their expansion, in 2009 A+E Networks combined with Lifetime Entertainment Services to add the various Lifetime channels (6). The company is now just celebrating their 30th year anniversary and is considered to be worth $26 billion (8).
A+E Television Networks is not a publicly traded company, therefore no information regarding financials could be found.
CHANNEL NEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS OF FALL SEASON
A+E Networks saw many high points with the close of the fall and 2014. Twelve of its shows broke the list of top 50 most watched shows for age group 25-54 (3). Listed below are some of those highlights.
History Channel Logo – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (9)
Houdini Sparks Big
Starring Academy Award winner, Adrien Brody, the miniseries chronicled the life of the ever-mysterious and famous magician, Houdini. The show reached over 3.7 million viewers on its first night, "making it cable's number one miniseries premiere of 2014" (10).
FYI Channel Logo – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (11)
New Channel Fares Well
Rebranded in summer 2014, the Bio Channel is now FYI, a lifestyle network with a contemporary twist (12). With high hopes for the new channel, their original show Married at First Sight fared well, setting records among both the FYI and Bio network brands, reaching 903,000 viewers during the season finale (13).
Married at First Sight Advertisement – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (14)
Lifetime Channel Logo – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (15)
Devious Maids and Project Runway Soar
After finishing up season two this past summer as the number one cable show for its time slot for women 18-49, Lifetime has officially announced there will be a third season soon for Devious Maids (16). Project Runway also continues its legacy after finishing its 13th season finale in October and immediately rolling into a spin-off show, Project Runway: Threads, featuring teen designers (17).
A&E Channel Logo – photo courtesy of A+E Networks (18)
Past Hits Continue On, Others Canceled
Two hits for the channel, Bates Motel and Duck Dynasty, were renewed for their third and seventh seasons respectively (19). Duck Dynasty's season premiere launched November 19th, but many fans fear the show will be cancelled due to recent drops in ratings (20). On the other hand, this past fall, A&E cancelled their hit show, Longmire, to the shock of most fans as show was one of A&E's most watched original dramas. Speculators believe the show was pulled as it appealed to too old an audience and A&E didn't have a stake in the production as the show is produced by Time Warner (21).
Bates Motel Advertisement – photo courtesy of deadline.com (22)
Duck Dynasty Logo – photo courtesy of popsugar.com (23)
A+E Purchases 10% Stake in Vice Media
Vice Media Logo – photo courtesy of advice.com (24)
This past fall, A+E Networks beat out Time Warner and purchased a 10% stake in Vice Media in exchange for $250 million. Vice Media is a digital news organization that targets the young male demographic through its informative website, YouTube Channel, and popular HBO-owned TV show, Vice. CEO, Nancy Dubuc managed the deal, stating it was a good move for the company as Vice Media's demographic reach complimented A+E's own History channel (25).
Carlton Cuse Signs First-Look Deal with A+E Studios
Carlton Cuse – photo courtesy of nab.org (26)
Famous producer and writer of popular shows such as Lost, The Strain, and A+E's own Bates Motel, Carlton Cuse has just signed a "three-year first-look deal with A+E Studios," the first ever production deal with a writer in the history of the network (27). The deal requires Cuse to work closely with A+E Studios EVP, Barry Jessen, to develop quality original content for the channel over the next three years (28).
History Channel Offers 1st Ever TV-Branded Online Course for Credit
On October 28th, History officially launched open enrollment for the first-ever TV-branded online course, United States 1865 to Present. The channel teamed up with University of Oklahoma to offer this unique and interactive course for transferrable credit and it will be taught by renowned OU professor and scholar-in-residence at the History Channel, Steve Gillon. The course is expected to use interactive video lectures, quizzes, and discussions all intermixed with History Channel content to strengthen and deepen one's understanding of American history and will last for 16 weeks during Spring 2015 (29).
A+E Networks Named 2015 Company of Distinction at Banff World Media Festival
Banff World Media Festival Logo and Advertisement – photo courtesy of film button.com (30)
The Banff World Media Festival recently announced their decision to choose A+E Networks as their 2015 Company of Distinction to be honored at the festival from June 7-10, 2015 in Banff, Canada (31). The festival is a three day long conference bringing together top media leaders and companies internationally to discuss issues facing the industry and to serve as a platform for creative development, networking, and production (32). According the festival itself, the award is given to media companies "demonstrating significant leadership in the world of screen-based entertainment." Previous winners of the award include CBS Corporation and Lionsgate Entertainment (31).
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(2) Abbe Raven, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/14
(3) Nancy Dubuc, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/14
(4) Robert DiBitetto, A+E Networks, RT:11/30/14
(5) A+E Television Networks, LLC Company Profile, Hoovers, RT: 11/30/14
(6) About Us, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/2014
(7) A & E Television Networks History, FundingUniverse, RT: 11/30/14
(8) "A+E at 30: How a Tiny Network Became a $26 Billion Success Story," The Hollywood Reporter, 3/28/14, RT: 11/30/14
(9) HISTORY, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/2014
(10) "Houdini Mesmerizes 3.7 Million Viewers," A+E Networks, 9/2/2014, RT: 11/30/14
(11) FYI, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/2014
(12) "Bio to Rebrand as FYI, a 'Contemporary Lifestyle' Network," Adweek, 12/11/13, RT: 11/30/14
(13) "FYI's 'Married at First Sight' Season One Finale Becomes Most-Watched Telecast in Network History," A+E Networks, 9/10/14, RT: 11/30/14
(14) Married at First Sight, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/14
(15) Lifetime, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/14
(16) "Lifetime Renews Devious Maids for Third Season," A+E Networks, 9/26/14, RT: 11/30/14
(17) "Lifetime's All New Fashion Competition Series Project Runway: Threads, Tailor-Made for Teen Fashionistas, Premieres October 23," A+E Networks, 9/16/14, RT: 11/30/14
(18) A&E, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/14
(19) Recent News, A+E Networks, RT: 11/30/14
(20) "'Duck Dynasty' Cancelled? Willie Robertson Talks Ratings Drop, Duck Commander Plans," Inquisitir, 8/21/14, RT: 11/30/14
(21) "Why TV Hit 'Longmire' Got Canceled: Fans Too Old," The Wall Street Journal, 9/11/14, RT: 11/30/14
(22) "A&E's 'Bates Motel' Renewed For Third Season," Deadline, 4/7/14, RT: 11/30/14
(23) Duck Dynasty Logo, PopSugar, RT: 11/30/14
(24) "Vice Won an Emmy Award" Advice, 8/18/14, RT: 11/30/14
(25) "A+E Networks Outbids Time Warner For 10% Vice Media Stake," Deadline, 8/29/14, RT: 11/30/14
(26) "Executive Producers of 'Lost' on Tap at NAB Show," NAB, 2/14/2008, RT: 11/30/14
(27) "Cuse Signs First-Look Deal With A+E," Broadcasting & Cable, 10/10/14, RT: 11/30/14
(28) "Carlton Cuse, A&E Sign First-Look Development Deal," Variety, 10/10/14, RT: 11/30/14
(29) "History Launches Online Course for Credit," A+E Networks, 10/28/14, RT: 11/30/14
(30) "Banff World Media Festival Registration Open," FILMbutton, 2/6/12, RT: 11/30/14
(31) "A+E Networks Named 2015 Company of Distinction at Banff World Media Festival," A+E Networks, 10/15/14, RT: 11/30/14
(32) About the Banff World Media Festival, BANFF, RT: 11/30/14
Posted in TRF235 Fall 2014, TRF235.3	| Tagged A&E, A+E Networks, A+E Television Networks, Abbe Raven, Adrien Brody, Banff World Media Festival, Bates Motel, Bio, Carlton Cuse, Company of Distinction, Crime and Investigation, Dance Moms, Devious Maids, duck dynasty, first-look deal, fyi, H2, Hearst Corporation, HISTORY, History en Español, Houdini, Lifetime, Lifetime Movie Network, Lifetime Real Women, Longmire, Married at First Sight, Military History Channel, Nancy Dubuc, online course, Pawn Stars, Project Runway, Robert DeBitetto, The Walt Disney Company, United States 1865 to Present, Vice Media, Vikings
Posted on April 8, 2013 by Aaron Goldsmith
by Aaron Goldsmith
A+E Networks (1)
"At A+E Networks, we are passionate about bringing human stories to life, knowing that it is in life itself that those stories originate. We are committed to empowering our employees, strengthening our partnerships and engaging audiences across the globe.
Life is what you make it. We make it entertaining," (1).
The Executives:
Abbe Raven, President and Chief Executive Officer, A+E Networks (1)
Nancy Dubac, President, Entertainment and Media, A+E Networks (1)
Robert DeBitetto, President and General Manager, A&E Network and BIO (1)
Melvin Berning, President, Ad Sales (1)
About A+E Television Networks:
Beginning in 1984, A+E Television Networks is an "award-winning global media content company," that serves the consumer base through primarily television networks as well as websites, DVD and Blu-Ray distribution, and education programming and software. With their headquarters based out of New York and offices in London and Singapore, A+E Television Networks prides itself on being a "Global Brand" with channels and branded programming in over 150 countries and 37 different languages, with over 300 million viewers. A+E Networks in divided into 10 different television networks as well as A+E Networks International, A+E Networks Digital, A&E IndieFilms, and A+E Networks Consumer Products (1).
Their Networks and Now:
A&E (1)
"A&E is Real Life. Drama." This A+E Networks channel provides top-rated content from reality shows to scripted dramas (1). Current Top Shows: Duck Dynasty, Bates Motel, Storage Wars, The First 48, American Hoggers, and Intervention (4).
What's Happening Now:
April 2, 2013: A&E reports its best quarter in network history due to its high ratings for Bates Motel, Duck Dynasty, and Storage Wars. This past March was the networks highest rated month since in network history (3).
March 19, 2013: Bates Motel, A&E's newest scripted drama, premiered March 18 with a viewership of 3.0 million people making it A&E's "most-watched original drama series debut among the key 18-49 and 25-54 demos." The show serves as a prequel to Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho (3).
February 28, 2013: The season three premiere of A&E's nonfiction series Duck Dynasty on February 27 had a total viewership of 8.6 million. Duck Dynasty is now the network's #1 telecast in the history of the network and "the #1 nonfiction series on cable in 2013," (3).
January 4, 2013: Pre-production has begun on A&E's newest reality series, Rodeo Girls. The show reveals the "chic and cutthroat" lives of professional woman rodeo competitors. A&E is working with The Weinstein Company for the eight one-hour episode order (3).
January 4, 2013: A&E is to premiere a new real life series, The Governor's Wife, on February 27 after ordering 12 episodes from Leftfield Pictures. The series shows the life of former Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards who is 85 years old, his wife Trina who is 34 years old, and the family they have joined together (3).
Lifetime is A+E Television Networks' premiere network made especially for women. The network features award-winning shows of different genres, targeting different demographics of women, including reality shows, dramas, and comedies (1). Current Top Shows: Army Wives, Dance Moms, Project Runway, Preachers' Daughters, and The Client List (5).
March 21, 2013: After a judge issued an injunction four days before its premiere, Lifetime won the rights to Romeo Killer: The Chris Porco Story, and premiered it as originally scheduled on March 23 (3).
February 21, 2013: Lifetime announced the lineup of March season premieres, including hit shows Army Wives and The Client List, as well as the series premiere of Preachers' Daughters (1).
January 23, 2013: Lifetime's world premiere of its original movie, Prosecuting Casey Anthony, had a viewership of 3.3 million people, making it that night's "number one telecast across ad-supported cable," (1).
January 2, 2013: The series three premiere of Dance Moms reached a series best in ratings with 2.8 million viewers, an increase of 33% from its summer premiere in June 2012 (1).
Movies to be premiered on Lifetime:
Stalkers – April 13; Lifetime Original (3)
Call Me Crazy: A Five Film – April 20; Lifetime Original (3)
Dear Mom, Love Cher – May 6 (3)
Ring of Fire – May 27; Lifetime Original (3)
A+E Television Networks' HISTORY channel provides original content, combining entertainment and history to deliver programming across multiple platforms (1). Current Top Shows: Vikings, Pawn Stars, Swamp People, The Bible, and American Pickers (6).
April 2, 2013: HISTORY had the most total viewers out of all cable networks this past months, and this past quarter was the highest in the network's history. These are due to the network's shows' high ratings including The Bible having 11.4 million viewers for its whole running, and both Vikings and Pawn Stars having 5.0 million viewers (1).
March 4, 2013: Vikings, HISTORY's first scripted series, premiered March 3 with 6.2 million viewers. Its premiere made the show cable's #1 series launch so far this year (1).
March 4, 2013: Averaging out with 14.8 million viewers over two telecasts, HISTORY's premiere of The Bible was "the #1 cable entertainment telecast of the year," (1).
H2 offers a different view of the HISTORY channel, delivering history with more entertainment and "more to explore, more to understand, More 2 History™," (1). Top Current Shows: Ancient Aliens, America Unearthed, Mankind Decoded, and Modern Marvels (7).
January 25, 2013: A+E Networks' H2 is premiering Miracle Rising: South Africa on February 17. The film is about South Africa's politics throughout the years since April 1994, and the story of how the country went from apartheid to a democracy (1).
bio. (1)
Bio. is all about the truth. With shows like I Killed My BFF, I Survived…, and Celebrity Ghost Stories (9), bio. "delivers an honest portrayal of stories that will leave you amazed," (1).
April 4, 2013: Bio.'s newest documentary, Citizen Hearst, is planned to premiere on April 23. It is about William Randolph Hearst and the story of the Hearst Corporation, directed by Leslie Iwerks (1).
Crime & Investigation Network (1)
Crime & Investigation Network offers viewers with entertainment from behind-the-scenes looks at investigations, crimes, and mysteries (1). Its site features original webisodes, such as "Female Forces" and "Watching the Detectives," while the television channel plays re-runs of popular dramas including Cold Case Files, SWAT, and The First 48 (8).
A+E Networks Recent Ratings:
Cable's Top 25 Viewership – Ending March 31, 2013 (3)
Rank Shows Net Viewers Live + SD (000)
2 The Bible HIST 11745
3 Duck Dynasty A&E 8497
9 Vikings HIST 4741
14 Swamp People HIST 4557
16 Duck Dynasty A&E 3909
6 Swamp People HIST 4815
6 Pawn Stars HIST 5059
10 Vikings HIST 4834
15 American Pickers HIST 4352
17 Duck Dynasty HIST 4156
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"MyLifetime.com." Lifetime. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Apr. 2013. <http://www.mylifetime.com/>.
"History.com." HISTORY. A+E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2013. <http://www.history.com/>.
"About H2 – Historical Television Network from the History Channel." History.com. A+E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2013. <http://www.history.com/h2>.
"Crime & Investigation." Crime & Investigation. N.p., n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2013. <http://www.crimeandinvestigationnetwork.com/crime-and-investigation/>.
"Bio." Bio.com. A+E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2013. <http://www.biography.com/>.
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Posted on April 4, 2013 by Jacqueline Grossman
by Jacqueline Grossman
Courtesy of www.aenetworks.com
A&E Overview
A&E Television Networks is a privately held media company located in New York City that owns and operates 10 channels that are available by both cable and satellite. The network's channels reach more than 300 million households in 150 countries, producing content in 35 different languages [1]. Its mission involves bringing human stories to life, knowing full well that quality entertainment can come straight from real-world experiences. Lifetime Television, its flagship network, is the most powerful media brand targeted to women, with shows such as Dance Moms and Project Runway. Since its launch in February, 1984, Lifetime has grown significantly, reaching nearly 98 million households today [2]. In addition to this station, the A&E television channel itself offers a mix of reality-based programming and documentaries while its History, Military History, and History 2 channels air original programs on historical topics. The company also operates sister networks such as Crime & Investigation Network and The Biography Channel. It has international networks in the UK and Asia. [3].
AETN was formed in 1983 as a joint venture between Hearst, Walt Disney, and NBCUniversal (NBCU). The company launched Lifetime in 1984, followed by the History Channel, History Channel International, and The Biography Channel in 1995 and 1998, respectively. Throughout its history, the network has achieved incredible success, for instance in 2004 when it won 24 Emmy nominations and in 2008, when HISTORY (renamed from The History Channel) became the #1 cable network in primetime among the target demographic: adults 18-49. A&E continues to demonstrate success through its new reality television shows Duck Dynasty, Storage Wars, and Hoarders. In July of last year, NBC sold its 15.8 percent stake of A&E to Hearst and Walt Disney for $3.03 billion. [1]
Abbe Raven, courtesy of www.aenetworks.com
Abbe Raven has been the President and CEO of A&E Television Networks since March 2005. Before overseeing all A&E holdings, she was part of the original team that launched the History Channel and reinvented A&E (channel) in 2003. Ms. Raven is a firm believer in the motto "slow and steady wins the race," having started as a secretary for A&E and learned the business from the bottom up. Today, she is an award-winning President and CEO who has been named one of the Top 5 Most Powerful Women in Entertainment by The Hollywood Reporter. [1]
Gerard Gruosso, courtesy of www.aenetworks.com
As, Executive VP, Finance and CFO, Gerard Gruosso is responsible for the management of A&E's accounts, budgets, and strategic planning. He also oversees the network's facilities and information management. Mr. Gruosso has been with A&E since 1985, beginning as Assistant Controller, working his way up to Controller and Vice President, and eventually reaching his current position. [1]
Nancy Dubuc, courtesy of www.aenetworks.com
President, Entertainment and Media Nancy Dubuc oversees the creation and development of A&E's brand and marketing in addition to managing A&E International and A&E Digital. Before transitioning to this position, Ms. Dubuc previously served as the President and General Manager of HISTORY and Lifetime Networks. [1]
Dan Suratt, courtesy of www.aenetworks.com
Six-time Emmy Award-winner Dan Suratt is the Executive VP, Digital Media and Business Development. He handles the network's business negotiations and digital distribution. As a result of his efforts, Mr. Suratt has doubled A&E's site traffic to 22 million visitors per month. [1]
A&E's top three competitors are Discovery Communications, Inc., MTV Networks Company, and AMC Networks Inc. [4]
Lifetime Television was off to a great start in the first month of 2013. It's original movie, Prosecuting Casey Anthony, generated great success for the channel; it ranked as the number one telecast across ad-supported cable in total viewers, adults 18+, women 18+, women 25-54, and women 18-49 on the night it premiered. The movie—which starred Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominee Rob Lowe—was the first opportunity to recount the infamous Casey Anthony trial. It is from the perspective of Jeff Ashton, the Florida prosecutor who was involved in the case and provides details on his aggressive investigation of Caylee Anthony's death. [10]
Duck Dynasty, courtesy of www.aetv.com
A&E's unexpected hit, Duck Dynasty, became the channel's number 1 telecast ever and number one nonfiction series on cable in 2013. The show follows the lives of the Roberson family members, owners of Duck Commander, a business that makes products for duck hunters. Its season three premiere earned a total of 8.6 million viewers, ranking ahead of FOX's American Idol. What is it that distinguishes this series from other "redneck" reality shows like Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, Swamp Pawn, and Buckwild? Television critics argue that it comes down to the characters themselves. The Robersons are savvy, educated businessmen with diverse yet endearing personalities. In addition, the show flows at a relaxed pace and is suitable for family audiences. [11][12]
Nielsen ratings for cable network TV shows, courtesy of www.nielsen.com
A&E received more great news in March. Its A&E television channel had its best quarter in history among total viewers and adults 25-54, soaring past the previously record-setting first quarter 2012. One of the key reasons for this success is the increase in well-received original series that aired in the first quarter of 2013, specifically Bates Motel, Duck Dynasty, and Storage Wars. Due to these shows, the network was up 2% in adults 25-54 (835,000 vs. 819,000) and up 6% in total viewers (1.7 million vs.1.6 million). March was the most watched month in the quarter, and it was the first time A&E averaged more than one million viewers age 25-54 in a single month. These records have propelled A&E up to become the fourth ranked most-watched cable network in all three demographics this March (18-49, 25-54, and total viewers). [8]
Vikings, the History Channel's new show, courtesy of www.history.com
The History Channel enjoyed success from its first scripted series, Vikings. The hit drama explores the adventure, bloodshed, and passion that existed during the Dark Ages, all through the eyes of the Vikings. Vikings is special in that it not only celebrates the excitement of warfare but also demonstrates the strength of familial ties. According to the network, Vikings attracted 4.8 million total viewers, with 2.2 million adults 25-54 and 1.9 million adults 18-49. These ratings made Vikings the most-watched cable series in its timeslot. [9]
Storage Wars, courtesy of www.aetv.com
One of A&E's most popular television shows, Storage Wars, is returning on April 16th with a full series of 24 episodes, despite the network's participation in lawsuits with former show star Dave Hester. The hit series premiered in 2010 and features teams of auctioneers looking to "hit it big" by purchasing the contents of storage facilities after inspecting it for a short amount of time. Hester took the network to court claiming the show is staged; he argued that the show's producers knew what items were in which storage locker and used this knowledge to rig the bidders' fates. [6] Even with this controversy, Storage Wars ranked as A&E's number one series among adults aged 18-49 and 25-54. It also achieved the number three rating for non-fiction show on cable among adults aged 25-54. Last year, the show averaged 4.2 million total viewers. [7] Click here for a link to this season's trailer.
Contact A+E
Website: http://www.aenetworks.com/
Address: 235 E. 45th St. New York, NY, 10017 United States
1. About A&E Networks – bringing human stories to life
2. Lifetime
3. A&E International Information
4. Hoovers – A&E Competitors
5. A&E Executive Bios
6. Storage Wars Lawsuit
7. Storage Wars
8. A&E Scores Best Quarter in Network History
10. Casey Anthony Movie
11. Salt Lake Tribune – Duck Dynasty
12. TV By the Numbers – Duck Dynasty Article
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At least you have some error code. I recently did fresh install, got asked to setup PIN code (no option to opt out) and then after welcome screen while doing stuff my PC froze (it is old). Upon rebooting I've got lockscreen that had no password prompt. I could use other features of lockscreen except inputing password.
None of Google solutions worked (some of those told to login, WTF!) and I had to reinstall system, then remove PIN ASAP once I've got in first time (does not ask for password/pin after welcome screen).
Eh, it could have gotten corrupted or something. Except for the ridiculously cryptic error message, for which I hate every single employee in Microsoft, it's not that unreasonable.


28 Weeks Later Movie Poster | Original, Rolled, Double Sided 28 Weeks Later poster from 2007 in Near Mint – Mint condition from USA – America, size: 27×40/41 inch – 70×105 cm – USA / American / US Movie Poster – One Sheet (1-Sheet / 1Sheet).
Original Rolled, Double Sided Film Poster as used in theaters to advertise and promote the movie titled 28 Weeks Later from 2007.
Advance Style. To put it succinctly, this movie has all that modern zombie movies are supposed to have. Incredible gore? Check. Virus zombies? Check. Biting zombies? Check. Soldiers shooting zombies? Check. A horror plot that has people falling to their own weaknesses? Check. The shocks are there, the plot is excellent, and the acting is very, very good. Six months after the rage virus was inflicted on the population of Great Britain, the US Army helps to secure a small area of London for the survivors to repopulate and start again. But not everything goes to plan.


While at the Stanley Writer's Retreat, I picked up AMAZONAS by Alan Peter Ryan, a novella published in hardcover by Cemetery Dance.
Set at the turn of the century, the story is about a woman traveling up the Amazon River with her deranged husband and a dark, brooding man named Crown. Edwin is in hot in pursuit of vast riches, as Crown, it seems, has found the Slave Tree.
Ryan writes quite beautifully. He immerses you in the journey and its exotic sights and discomforts. The Slave Tree is a fascinating creature and presents a core mystery. Unfortunately, after the long buildup, just when the tale is starting to show a lot of potential and gain steam–with Henrietta in direct conflict with Crown–the climax comes and goes rather abruptly, and I was left dissatisfied. Ryan might have turned this one into a novel. The story had a lot of potential.


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There have been many literary and dramatic works based on Gaston Leroux's novel The Phantom of the Opera, ranging from stage musicals to films to children's books. Some well known stage and screen adaptations of the novel are the 1925 film and the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical (see The Phantom of the Opera (1986 musical)); Susan Kay's 1990 Phantom is one of the best known novels and includes.
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The Pennsylvania Prescribed Fire Council's annual conference will be held February 6-7 at the Genetti in Williamsport, PA. They'll have an excellent lineup of speakers, and of course, the opportunity to network with PA prescribed fire managers.
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Well then you should shoot him, because its going to cost you a bucketload of money and a lot of headaches to redo it.
It will be more complex than just a rewiring. I hope he kept some kind of record of everything he did so you have a guide.
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Going by the pics, I'd say enjoy your ZR-1 with its LT1 engine! Do whatever you want with all those extra parts. Probably not worth much in your country, wherever that is!
It's unfortunate that they swapped out the LT5 for an LT1, but the LT1 is no slouch. I seem to recall a 1990 ZR1 was around 4.6 to 4.9 0-60MPH, the LT1 is probably close to those times, so other then getting the car back to what she should be stock wise, performance wise I don't think you'll see much.
In my years on the forum I don't think I've ever see someone swap out a LT5 for a LT1 so this is a first, but if you really wanted to get the LT5 back in, since it was originally a LT5 to begin with I'd think it'd be a bit easier then going from the LT5 to LT1. And to change it because of wiring problems has got to be the strangest reason I've ever heard!
End of the day you're gonna be on your own and I highly recommend grabbing some 1990 Factory Service Manuals to do the work.
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I wish you the best of luck in whatever you do with it but being that you are in a different country, have a car that is pretty rare to begin with, and have pieces of what once was a hell of an engine with no way to check it, you are in for a huge challenge!
Check out the ZR-1 section on here, lots of VERY smart people willing to lend a hand wherever possible!
Wow. I feel like I'm looking a really fat Sofia Vergara.
Can you take some pics of the rear of the car (the bumper, tail lights, etc.)? The 90 ZR1 is a unique Vette in itself cosmetically. Actually I would like to see pics of the whole car (outside).
Looking at pics of a LT5 and ZF manual don't mean you have a ZR1. Even that VIN looks suspect to me.
Did they also change the AC box? as it should have a removable section to gain access to plug 8.
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With section removed, upper right corner of pic.
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If your going to venture into restoring this as others have stated it will be a BIG project and may will run into lots of $$. You need to get the motor on a stand and see if the hart of the beast is still fixable.
His Personal Profile lists "LB" - Lebanon, but his license plate indicates Syria! Quite a challenge to keep a ZR-1 healthy in that area!
The engine Compartment doesn't look like a transplant.. kinda Stock, and dirty,, something smells fishy here!
Yes, see if the engine is OK. If it is, go for it!
You would be better off investing in a APC ( armored personnel carrier) where you live!
I just looked at the VIN tag again. Something looks tampered with to me, but I am no expert. You should have others take photos to be sure or google some VIN tags. Your's sure looks like chicken scratch to me.
This is an older thread on a C5, but might help.
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There is a widespread and growing interest in the spiritual in the world today. Perhaps this is because so many people have known the pleasures affluence can bring, and have worked past an all-consuming desire for material things. And having lived through the sexual revolution, many people know how empty sensual satisfaction can be of itself, when divorced from deeper meaning in their lives. Experience of these things tells people that the pleasure they bring isn't the ultimate joy they are looking for — that there must be something more. So people everywhere are looking to add a spiritual dimension to their lives, sensing that this is where the ultimate in happiness, joy and meaning will be found.
In this situation one would think people would be flocking to churches in their millions to find that "peace of God which passeth all understanding." But most new spiritual seekers are not coming to the Christian church — they are going to Eastern religions or New Age organizations. Why? There is widespread concern about this in the churches. The question comes up again and again: "When are we going to have revival in the West? It's happening in Third World countries, but not here." One line of speculation is that our rationalistic education is a hindrance to the spirit, as it causes people to think too much, rather than having a simple "childlike" faith. Is it as simple as this, or are there more complex reasons?
This book will look at some of the reasons people who have chosen alternate spiritual paths give for why the church is unable to meet their needs. And it will analyze these criticisms in the light of the Bible, and of a study of church history, to see to what extent they are valid, and what can be learned from them. If the church could change in some ways to meet the objections of the disaffected, and at the same time become more like the original church of the Book of Acts, and be more in tune with Jesus' teachings, wouldn't this be beneficial? I believe there are areas of doctrine and attitude in the church which could be examined with this in mind. Many Christians may not immediately and wholeheartedly embrace this view, but I do hope this book will at least stimulate thought and discussion within the church. I also hope it will give some of those who have belonged to the church, but have become disillusioned and left it, some further insight into how the church has let them down, and into how a reformed church may once again meet their spiritual needs.
It will help to approach this book with an open mind, because — I give warning in advance — many of the attitudes and beliefs discussed are ones most people in the church take for granted, are comfortable with, and may even revere. I will not be sentimental about any of our hallowed "traditions of men," unless they can also be proven, from Biblical evidence, to be "commands of God." (Mark 7:8) If a traditional belief is obstructing the church and people's lives, and has no sound foundation in Scripture, what reason is there for keeping it? Should we continue to let such beliefs eat away at the church like cancers, pretending there's no problem with them? I am suggesting that if a lot of people are saying there is a problem, we should carefully and objectively examine what they have to say, and not just reject their suggestions out of hand. We can benefit by asking ourselves which of our beliefs are a genuine part of our faith, and which are just prejudices. However, I believe the Bible should remain our touchstone throughout, and I will not be entertaining ideas which are out of tune with it. I will feel free, though, to adopt new interpretations of the Bible, where they can be shown to be superior to the old. I don't accept the traditional criticism of Christianity that its shortcomings are a result of it being based on a flawed Bible. After much study of the Bible, and the scholarship surrounding it, I believe the Bible is an inspired Scripture, capable of being the basis for a truly vital religion, meeting the spiritual needs of our time. Rather, I will be proposing that the main problem with much of Christianity is that it is not, as it claims to be, properly based on the Bible at all, and that the time has come to rectify this.
I will not be concentrating on the policies and doctrines of particular denominations, though they may come up, but rather on attitudes and practices which are prevalent in many parts of the church. Churches are made up of individual people, and ultimately it is their attitudes, beliefs and actions that are important. My purpose is not to tear down the church, but to build it up. I love Christianity, and wish to see it prosper and become the life blood of people around the world.
Although much of this book is devoted to examining some of the beliefs and practices of the church which are out of tune with the Bible, and proposing alternatives to them, it will start with a number of chapters of Bible and church history, in order to give an insight into how the church's modern body of doctrine was formed. This is important, as much of what has come into question in the church is doctrine, and the historical context of the introduction of a doctrine can be a significant factor in its validity. If it can be shown, for instance, that a particular doctrine was introduced in a climate where the church was seeking to expand its political power, that the doctrine would have helped this quest for power, and that it is a distortion of what the Bible actually says, this would seem to be good grounds for abandoning it.
Another reason for looking into the church's past is that it is much easier to understand the problems of the modern church if they can be seen in the light of its history. It also gives us an opportunity to examine the way the Bible relates history, and to learn from it something about how to validly interpret the Bible. Points of history could just have been mentioned within the chapters examining the church's current problems. History is, however, a chain of cause and effect, and cannot be convincing when presented in too piecemeal a way. As the great historian Arnold Toynbee said, "…like persons, events and movements and institutions have to be observed on the move through time in order to be comprehended." This is why the first half of the book is Bible and church history. It is there to provide a solid foundation for a new way of looking at Christianity. The reader is invited to look for the roots of modern problems, and the seeds of possible solutions to them, in this history, and anticipate some of the discussion in the second part of the book.


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Ready to rise another level in the varsity tennis circuit, The Dalles boys squad swept four doubles matches and claimed three of four on the singles side to secure a 7-1 triumph over McNary Monday in Keizer.
"This is great match play for the team to build confidence as we prepare for the rest of the season," TD head coach Sergio Lopez-Galvan said.
The No. 1 doubles team of James Pashek and Quinn Wilson had the closest match of the four wins, as they got past Noah Kuhl and Colin Vasas by margins of 6-3 and 6-3.
Ethan Martin and Devam Patel motored to a 6-0, 6-2 win over Ben Roth and Kyle Martin in No. 2 doubles action, and the Riverhawks' No. 3 tandem of Miguel Torres and Sven Deruette secured a 6-3, 6-2 triumph against Grant Goesch and Jaden Rhines.
At No. 4 doubles, Blake Keinlen and Sanjay Ramanathan kept the sweep intact with a 6-0, 6-0 blanking of Max Nagaynov and Tyler Guptil.
In singles play, Andy Lopez defeated Adam Graneto, 6-1, 6-3, in their No. 1 match, Salvador Garcia breezed to a 6-1, 6-1 romp versus Tony Pisan at No. 3, and Hayden Pashek rattled off a 6-0, 6-0 shutout in his No. 4 contest with Palmer Snapp.
Jose Reyes, TD's No. 2, was on the court for more than two hours in his duel against Luke Skipper, with the Riverhawk coming out on top 7-5 through one set.
Skipper then stormed back to take the final two sets, 6-3, 6-2 to lock in McNary's only win.
The JV teams also showed some promise, as most of the players won their matches, led by newcomers JR Scott and Bryce Harris, who each played in their first tennis matches and won, 6-0.
"They have a great season ahead of them getting more match experience," Lopez-Galvan said.
Following Friday's tilt versus Roosevelt, TD heads to Wilsonville for a match at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, and then hosts Redmond at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 4.


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"Lord Byron was not overstating the matter when he proclaimed Dubrovnik 'the pearl of the Adriatic'. Dubrovnik is clearly special. A magnificent curtain of walls surrounds marble streets and baroque buildings that exude a pearly light in the Adriatic sun. The main pedestrian thoroughfare, Placa, is a melange of cafés and shops with outstanding monuments at either end. Churches, monasteries and museums ornamented with finely carved stone recall an eventful history and a vibrant artistic tradition. Beyond the city is a heavenly landscape of beaches, wooded peninsulas and a sea strewn with lush islands.
Founded 1300 years ago by refugees from Epidaurus in Greece, medieval Dubrovnik (Ragusa until 1918) shook off Venetian control in the 14th century, becoming an independent republic and one of Venice's more important maritime rivals, trading with Egypt, Syria, Sicily, Spain, France and later Turkey. The double blow of an earthquake in 1667 and the opening of new trade routes to the east sent Ragusa into a slow decline, ending with Napoleon's conquest of the town in 1806.
The deliberate and militarily pointless shelling of Dubrovnik by the Yugoslav army in 1991 sent shockwaves through the international community but, when the smoke cleared in 1992, traumatized residents cleared the rubble and set about repairing the damage. With substantial international aid, the famous monuments were rebuilt and re sculpted, the streets sealed and the clay roofs re-tiled. Reconstruction has been extraordinarily skilful but you will notice different shades of rose-tiled roofs as you walk around the city walls.
After a steep postwar decline in tourism, visitors are once again flocking to Dubrovnik. It has become a main port of call for Mediterranean cruise ships, whose passengers are sometimes elbow-to-elbow in peak season. Come in June or September if you can, but whatever the time of year the interlay of light and stone is enchanting. Don't miss it."


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Chapter 4 - In Despair
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新ブラックジャックによろしく
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NEW GIVE MY REGARDS TO BLACK JACK #4
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4: Isn't this a first for us?
5: I don't think I've ever drank alone with you before...
1: Umm...
2: Is it true that you're quitting?
3: So they're already spreading rumors...
4: Hospitals are really terrible...aren't they...
1: Does it...
2: have to do with your illness?
3: Will you do something for me if I tell you?
4: I was angry
5: to see you waiting there...
1: Do you know what it means to continue dialysis?
2: When you start it, whatever functionality your kidneys still have is completely lost.
3: You hardly ever urinate anymore, and your body becomes unable to release fluid.
4: So all the fluid you drink just stays in your body.
5: I can only drink 900ml of fluid a day.
6: I also need to watch my salt intake so that I don't stuff my body with fluid.
1: Dialysis is the only way to get the fluid out of my body.
2: After four hours of dialysis...
3: I get so dizzy I can't stand up for a while.
4: It puts strain on my heart too, of course.
5: And ruins my veins...
6: There are a lot of limits to what I can eat...
7: and that's the way it's gonna be for the rest of my life...
1: The reason I'm quitting is because I'm not fit to work anymore.
2: That's all...
3: One of these glasses is 1/5 of the fluid I'm allowed to intake per day.
4: clink
5: Go home...
6: snap
7: You can't do anything for me...
1: Actually, today...
2: I went to meet a doctor who works in kidney transplants.
3: Whenever you're free...
4: Would you mind going to talk to him with me...?
5: Don't you get it?
6: I just told you to go...
7: But if I leave you like this...
1: Then what?
2: The survival rate of dialysis patients after 10 years of dialysis
3: is 40.7%...
4: What are you trying to say?
5: That only 4 out of every 10 dialysis patients are still alive after 10 years?
1: The math isn't wrong, but you shouldn't take that fact at face value.
2: The average dialysis patient age is 64...
3: Even if they didn't have renal failure, some of them still wouldn't be alive in 10 years.
4: Here's some more data...
5: For dialysis patients in their 30s and early 40s...
6: the survival rate after 10 years is 77%.
1: And the survival rate after 10 years for a patient who has a kidney transplant is...
2: approx 80%.
3: Most patients who decide to get a transplant...
4: are in their 30s.
1: B...but even so...
2: Don't you think getting a transplant has its merits?
3: I mean...
4: You can stop doing dialysis...you won't have to limit what you eat or drink...
5: You won't have to dialysis once every two days for four hours anymore.
6: Don't you think that's a big merit?
7: You can do whatever you want again...
8: You won't have to hold yourself back!
9: You wouldn't even have to quit working...
1: Are you going to give me your kidney, then?
2: What do you mean I can do whatever I want?
3: There's nothing I want to do...
4: It's...just, as a doctor, I...
5: What could I possibly have to do that's worth taking someone else's kidney?
1: Then what are you going to do from here on out...?
2: That's a cruel question...
3: I have no "here on out"...
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1: Have you heard of the disease known as diabetes?
2: Usually, only adults get it.
3: It's usually caused by stress, lack of exercise, or unhealthy eating habits.
4: What you have is called Type 1 diabetes.
5: It happened because your body is no longer able to create a hormone called insulin.
1: You'll need to inject this in your arm every day.
2: Once in the morning and once at night.
3: It'll give your body the insulin it needs.
4: You need to learn how to do it by yourself,
5: since after you leave here, you'll need to do it every day.
6: I have to do it forever?
7: Forever.
8: How long is forever?
1: Insulin is a hormone that helps the body absorb nutrients.
2: Without it, we become unable to get the nutrients we need and die.
3: Insulin is usually made in your pancreas, by beta cells in your Islets of Langenhans.
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2: Why are you smiling...
3: dad...
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2: clack
p: jog
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1: Lights...
2: click
3: Ah...
4: Minagawa-san...
1: You smell like alcohol and cigarettes.
2: You didn't come straight from the hospital, did you?
1: What's wrong?
2: Nothing...
3: I'm sorry about before...
4: I should have listened to what you were saying...
5: It's alright...
6: I won't try to talk to you anymore...
7: What were you trying to tell me?
8: I told you, I'm not going to try anymore...
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1: The only times you're nice to me...
2: are when you want me to be nice to you...
1: If you have something you want to say, then say it.
2: Otherwise I can't understand.
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7: Answer it...
1: Hello?
2: Yes...I'm at home now.
3: Huh?
4: Ah, yes, we were together until a moment ago.
5: Yes...talking about the transplant...
6: Well, after you split up with Akagi-san,
7: apparently, she collapsed.
8: She was just carried in by one of our ambulances.
9: I don't really know the details, but it looks like her symptoms are a bit different.
1: A patient?
2: Uh...yeah...
3: gsh
4: You're going?
2: Don't go...
3: slam
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SONGWRITING TIPS: Max Martin reveals the secret behind his hit songs
Max Martin — regarded by many as the most successful songwriter of this century — has revealed the secret behind his 22 Number One hits in an interview with journalist Jan Gradvall of the Swedish magazine, Di Weekend. In the interview, Martin — who will be inducted into the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame in June 2017 — highlights what he believes are the key characteristics of a hit song.
"A great pop song should be felt when you hear it," Martin told Gradvall. "You can hear songs that are technically great, songs that tick all the boxes. But for a song to be felt, you need something else. Something that sticks to you, something that makes you feel: 'I need to hear that song again'."
Martin believes listeners should be able to recognize a song immediately. But they should also be able to discover something new in the song every time they hear it, so that it holds their interest and lasts over time. "You must be able to have more than one favourite part in the same composition," he says.
At the same time, though, Martin believes new elements should be introduced into a song one at a time so listeners can get to know each one before they're ready for the next. As he puts it: "Like in a movie, you can't introduce ten characters in the first scene."
Martin's phenomenally successful songwriting process includes treating each song like a journey, with the song building as it moves along through each section. Even parts that have the same melody and the same lyrics — such as the repeated choruses — should never sound exactly the same each time, he insists. "It's the same melody and all that," says Martin, "but what really happens is that the energy changes. It's all about getting the listener to keep his or her concentration."
When constructing a melody, it's important to strike a balance between the verse, pre-chorus and chorus. "If you've got a verse with a lot of rhythm," Martin told Di Weekend, "you want to pair it with something that doesn't." For example, a section with longer notes so listeners can take it all in. Or a melody that might not start at the same beat. "Sweet and salt might be a description that's easier to grasp," he explains. "You need a balance, at all times."
Max Martin has had writing credits on 22 songs that topped the Billboard Hot 100, the third most of any songwriter after John Lennon and Sir Paul McCartney. Martin's most recent Hot 100 hits have included The Weeknd's 2015 hit, 'Can't Feel My Face', and Justin Timberlake's 2016 single 'Can't Stop the Feeling' which won a Grammy in 2017. With sales in the hundreds of millions, Martin is considered as one of the most successful producers and songwriters of the 21st century.
You can read Jan Gradvall's full interview with Max Martin HERE …
Posted by thehitformula in Composers, Electronic dance music, Rock music, Songwriting Ideas, Songwriting News, Songwriting tips, Writing lyrics Tags: books about songwriting, how to write a hit song, Max Martin, song lyrics, songwriting books, songwriting hit formula, songwriting how to, songwriting ideas, songwriting process, writing better lyrics


While Washington's 2007 crop of wines will be covered in depth over the next year or three, it's not too early to say that this vintage will be tricky in spots, due to rainy, cooler weather during the latter half of the harvest, which may have affected the later-ripening cabernet. Certainly, the state's growers had become spoiled by a trio of clement seasons that offered favorable conditions and atypically long hang time for their grapes to develop even greater intensity of varietal character than usual—and it's clear from my tastings that every vintage since 2000 has yielded many fine bottles.
In the following report on my extensive tastings in Washington this summer and in New York this fall, tasting notes are provided only for wines I rated 87 points or higher. Many additional soundly made wines are simply listed as "also recommended." As a measure of the steady improvement shown by Washington State wine in the past couple of years, and especially the high quality of recent vintages, you'll see far more 87+ wines than ever before.
Recent vintages. This summer I enjoyed my first in-depth look at big reds from Washington's highly promising 2005 vintage. A warm September without extremes of heat made for longer hang time, and resulted in many fresh white wines and dense reds. Ben Smith (Cadence Winery) noted that the colors in 2005 were more saturated than those of the previous year (and were darker still in 2006!). Producers who are particularly high on 2005 cite the energy of these wines, and winemakers like Smith, Paul Golitzin (Quilceda Creek) and Bob Betz (Betz Family Cellars) believe that they have made powerful, firmly structured wines that will be unusually long-lived. Other winemakers I tasted with in September made reference to the thorough ripeness and overall balance of their 2005s. Chris Figgins, who told me that he did no acidification in 2005, reported that the fruit showed very good physiological ripeness without the exaggerated sugar levels of the previous harvest.
Two thousand four was another excellent year for quality in Washington State, although a brutal January freeze sharply cut back production in some areas, particularly in the Walla Walla Valley. It was essential to take steps in the vineyards to ameliorate the uneven ripening that could occur where the secondary buds competed with the primary buds that survived the winter freeze. This was a very warm year, and some growers started harvesting their fruit on the early side, but September turned cooler, with some rain, allowing many growers to let their fruit hang. A relaxed harvest made for better conditions than the previous year, when a high percentage of fruit had been picked in very hot conditions. As a rule, pHs are healthy in 2004 and berry size was small, but there are also plenty of wines with unwieldy alcohol levels and low acidity.
What I discovered. Among the highlights of my recent tastings: Numerous viognier bottlings that combine a fleshiness of texture with lively, fruit-driven aromas reminiscent of the northern Rhône. Interesting syrahs from emerging producers who appear to have a working knowledge of French wine (best of all, some of these bottlings really taste like syrah, rather than simply another flavor of red wine). A compelling new grenache from the multitalented Christophe Baron (Cayuse), one hopes the first of many from Washington State. A growing number of suave and understated cabernets and Bordeaux blends that are closer in character to Bordeaux than to California in the way they combine ripe flavors, harmonious oak and good inner-mouth verve with moderate levels of alcohol. Continued excellence from many of the state's most dependable sources, such as Andrew Will Winery, Betz, Cadence, Cayuse Winery, DeLille Cellars, Leonetti Cellars, Owen Roe, Quilceda Cree and Soos Creek Wine Cellars. And of course, as always, several exciting emerging producers—or at least names new to this reviewer—and wineries on a steep upward curve: àMaurice, Chateau Rollat, Brian Carter Cellars, Gramercy Cellars, Mark Ryan Winery and Waters Winery, to name just a few.
On the downside are the usual suspects and some new offenders who are making dilute, green, or ungenerous wines. I tasted far too many wines killed by heavyhanded use of oak, or overextraction from young-vine material that can't support it. Many wines continue to show high levels of volatile acidity or incipient oxidative character from sloppy élevage. And, of course, as always, there's the essential simplicity that characterizes so many New World wines made by winemakers who are learning on the job. Today, Washington State produces many, many medium-to-full-bodied wines that have at least the dimensions of serious wine, and some of these have already garnered customer support and positive press in the Northwest. But the critic's challenge should be to differentiate between wines that are fresh, balanced, complex and reasonably refined and those that are merely rough approximations of world-class wine.


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Justia Forms Business Contracts DaVita Inc. Amendment No. 2, dated as of August 30, 2013, to the Agreement
Amendment No. 2, dated as of August 30, 2013, to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 20, 2012, by and among DaVita Inc., Seismic Acquisition LLC, HealthCare Partners Holdings, LLC, and the Member Representative
Contract Categories: Mergers & Acquisitions - Merger Agreements
EX-2.3 2 dva-123118xex23.htm EXHIBIT 2.3 Exhibit
PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL
AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER
This Amendment, dated as of August 30, 2013 (this "Amendment"), to the AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER is by and among DAVITA HEALTHCARE PARTNERS INC., a Delaware corporation ("DaVita"), HEALTHCARE PARTNERS HOLDINGS, LLC, a California limited liability company (the "Company"), and ROBERT D. MOSHER, as the member representative (the "Member Representative"). Capitalized terms used and not otherwise defined herein have the meanings ascribed to them in that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 20, 2012, as amended by that certain Amendment to Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 6, 2012 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among DaVita, Seismic Acquisition LLC ("Merger Sub"), the Company, and the Member Representative, relating to the merger of Merger Sub with and into the Company, with the Company continuing as the surviving entity and as a wholly owned subsidiary of DaVita.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Merger Agreement, if the Earn-Out EBITDA for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 is equal to or greater than $600,000,000, then (x) DaVita shall pay to the Members and holders of Company Options the Second Tranche (less the aggregate amount payable pursuant to clause (y) below) in cash, which shall be allocated among the Members and the holders of Company Options pro rata based on the Fully Diluted Units held by such Members or attributable to the Company Options held by such holders of Company Options as of immediately prior to the Closing relative to Total Outstanding Company Units, and (y) DaVita shall pay, or cause to be paid, any Nevada Second Tranche Payment that is due and payable pursuant to Section 1(b) of each of the Nevada Settlement Agreements;
WHEREAS, in light of the uncertainty whether Earn-Out EBITDA for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 will be equal to or greater than $600,000,000, DaVita and the Member Representative agree that, in lieu of waiting to the end of the fiscal year ending December 31, 2013, and making a final Earn-Out EBITDA determination for such period and calculating the resulting Per Unit Earn-Out Payment as described in Section 3.06 of the Merger Agreement, DaVita will pay the amounts as specified in this Amendment;
WHEREAS, it is the desire of DaVita and the Member Representative by entering into this Amendment to fully, completely, and permanently resolve all of the Member Representative's, and the Members' and holders of Company Options' claims, against DaVita and the Company, together with the subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, managers, employees, and agents of each (collectively the "Released Parties"), whether such claims are presently known or unknown, related to the Second Tranche;
WHEREAS, the parties hereby agree that any claims that the Member Representative, or the Members or holders of Company Options, may have against the Released Parties related to
the Second Tranche are fully released upon the execution of this Amendment and the payment of the amounts detailed below;
WHEREAS, JSA Healthcare Nevada, L.L.C., a Nevada limited liability company ("JSA"), and Sherif W. Abdou, M.D., a resident of the State of Nevada, are entering into an Amendment to Settlement Agreement, dated as of August 30, 2013 (the "Abdou Amendment"), pursuant to which the parties have agreed that they will release all claims against each other with respect to the Transaction Settlement Payment (as defined in the Abdou Amendment) and JSA will pay Dr. Abdou the amounts specified in the Abdou Amendment in full and final settlement of all claims relating to or arising out of the Transaction Settlement Payment;
WHEREAS, JSA and Amir Bacchus, M.D., a resident of the State of Nevada, are entering into an Amendment to Settlement Agreement, dated as of August 30, 2013 (the "Bacchus Amendment" and together with the Abdou Amendment, the "Doctor Amendments"), pursuant to which the parties have agreed that they will release all claims against each other with respect to the Transaction Settlement Payment (as defined in the Bacchus Amendment) and JSA will pay Dr. Bacchus the amounts specified in the Bacchus Amendment in full and final settlement of all claims relating to or arising out of the Transaction Settlement Payment; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 10.07 of the Merger Agreement, the Merger Agreement may be amended or modified by an instrument in writing signed by, or on behalf of, DaVita, the Company, and the Member Representative.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the promises, covenants, and agreements contained herein and for good and valuable consideration, receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
Earn-Out Payments.
DaVita and the Member Representative agree that, in lieu of waiting to the end of the fiscal year ending December 31, 2013, making a final Earn-Out EBITDA determination for such period and calculating the resulting Per Unit Earn-Out Payment as described in Section 3.06 of the Merger Agreement, and making payment of the Second Tranche or any other payment pursuant to or in respect of Section 3.06 of the Merger Agreement, DaVita will pay the amounts specified in Section 1b and (if applicable) 1c of this Amendment as full and final settlement of the Second Tranche and any and all other payments that may be required pursuant to Section 3.06 of the Merger Agreement.
As soon as practicable following the execution of this Amendment, DaVita shall pay to the Members and holders of Company Options $68,750,000 (less $5,000,000 payable to Drs. Abdou and Bacchus pursuant to Section 1(a) of the Doctor Amendments) in cash.
In the event ABQ Health Partners, LLC ("ABQ") or any of its affiliates enters into a binding agreement (or other arrangement satisfactory to DaVita) with Health Care Service Corporation (operating Blue Shield of New Mexico) ("HCSC") to retain any portion of the Network Stability Payments described in that certain Coordinated Care Strategic Alliance Agreement, by and between ABQ and HCSC, effective July 23, 2012, then DaVita and the Member Representative will engage in negotiations to determine if, how much and when any additional payments will be made to the Members, holders of Company Options and Drs. Abdou and Bacchus.
Shareholder Releases.
Effective as of the date of this Amendment, the Member Representative, on behalf of each Member and holder of Company Options, agrees not to sue and fully releases and discharges the Released Parties with respect to and from any and all claims, demands, rights, liens, contracts, covenants, proceedings, causes of action, obligations, debts, and losses of whatever kind or nature in law, equity, or otherwise, whether now known or unknown, and whether or not concealed or hidden, all of which each such person now owns or holds or has at any time owned or held against the Released Parties connected with or relating to any matter occurring on or prior to the date of this Amendment related to the Second Tranche, or any other payments that may be required pursuant to Section 3.06 of the Merger Agreement; provided, however, that nothing in this Section 2(a) will be deemed to constitute a release by the Member Representative, or any Member or holder of Company Options, of any right of such person under this Amendment or any right of such person under the Merger Agreement other than those related to the Second Tranche.
It is the intention of the Member Representative, on behalf of each Member and holder of Company Options, that such release be effective as a bar to each and every claim, demand, and cause of action specified in Section 2(a).
The Member Representative, on behalf of each Member and holder of Company Options, acknowledges and intends that the Released Parties are being released from unknown and unforeseen claims to the fullest extent permitted by law and the Member Representative, on behalf of each Member and holder of Company Options, waives any defenses based thereon. The Member Representative, on behalf of each Member and holder of Company Options, acknowledges that such person has been advised by his attorneys with respect to this release.
Transaction Settlement Payments. DaVita covenants and agrees that it shall timely make or pay any amounts required to be paid pursuant to Section 1 of each of the Doctor Amendments, and the Member Representative hereby authorizes such payments.
Governing Law. This Amendment shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of New York. All Actions arising out of or relating to this
Amendment shall be heard and determined exclusively in any federal court sitting in the Borough of Manhattan of the City of New York; provided, however, that, if such federal court does not have jurisdiction over such Action, such Action shall be heard and determined exclusively in any New York state court sitting in the Borough of Manhattan of the City of New York. Consistent with the preceding sentence, the parties hereto hereby (a) submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of any federal or state court sitting in the Borough of Manhattan of the City of New York for the purpose of any Action arising out of or relating to this Amendment brought by any party hereto; (b) consent to service of process in accordance with the procedure set forth in Section 10.02 of the Merger Agreement; and (c) irrevocably waive, and agree not to assert by way of motion, defense, or otherwise, in any such Action, any claim that it is not subject personally to the jurisdiction of the above-named courts, that its property is exempt or immune from attachment or execution, that the Action is brought in an inconvenient forum, that the venue of the Action is improper, or that this Amendment or the Transactions may not be enforced in or by any of the above-named courts.
Severability. If any term or other provision of this Amendment is invalid, illegal, or incapable of being enforced under any Law or public policy, all other terms and provisions of this Amendment shall nevertheless remain in full force and effect, provided that the economic and legal substance of the actions set forth herein is not affected in any manner materially adverse to any party hereto. Upon such determination that any term or other provision is invalid, illegal, or incapable of being enforced, the parties hereto shall negotiate in good faith to modify this Amendment so as to effect the original intent of the parties hereto as closely as possible in a mutually acceptable manner in order that the Transactions are consummated as originally contemplated to the greatest extent possible.
Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed and delivered (including by facsimile or other means of electronic transmission, such as by electronic mail in "pdf" form) in one or more counterparts, and by the different parties hereto in separate counterparts, each of which when executed shall be deemed to be an original, but all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same agreement.
No Other Amendment and Agreements. Except to the extent expressly amended by this Amendment, all terms of the Merger Agreement shall remain in full force and effect without further amendment, change, or modification.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the parties hereto has caused this Amendment to be executed as of the date first written above by its representative thereunto duly authorized.
DAVITA INC.
/s/ Kent J. Thiry
Name: Kent J. Thiry
HEALTHCARE PARTNERS HOLDINGS LLC
/s/ Robert J. Margolis
Name: Robert J. Margolis, M.D.
MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE
/s/ Robert D. Mosher
Name: Robert D. Mosher
[Signature Page to Amendment No. 2 to Agreement and Plan of Merger]
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PollyAnn Productions, LLC
Mariam Arthur
Production Updates
Roller Love Tour
2 Krayze Bio
Brandon Smith, a.k.a. 2 Krayze is 14 years old, is an exceedingly polite "A" student at a college-preparatory school, a poet, actor, musician, producer, prolific writer, dancer and an outstanding basketball and baseball player. He is a student of music and for years has written his own lyrics; created/mixed his own beats, choreographs his live performances, works with real "Old-School Musicians" and acts in school plays. He is a rapper with positive messages, an up and coming actor and a mesmerizing entertainer with an electrifying high-energy style performance, complete with a mixture of street-dancing and smooth choreography.
2 Krayze has started an innovative and affirmative movement with his "Old-School Savvy" and "Modern-Day-Pop-Appeal" resulting in a musical and lyrical phenomenon that gives him a unique "Niche" in the entertainment industry. 2 Krayze is pioneering the direction to show the World that there is a place for education to be cool fused with positive rap, positive role-models and innovative artistic expression.
Many boys aspire to be successful, but 2 Krayze has a few advantages. He has friends in high places, including Joe Maloof, owner, of the Sacramento Kings and Palms Casino/Hotel and G. William Hunter, Executive Director of the NBA's Player's Association. His parents are music industry veterans. His mom, Renee G., is a former Warner Brothers and CBS Records executive and his dad, George, has tutored and managed clients such as Bobby Brown, L.A. Reid, Charlie Wilson, The Gap Band, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and others.
2 Krayze is a national and local representative for the NBA's "Reading to Achieve" program. He also performs and speaks at events, both for the NBA Kings and the WNBA Monarchs. He has been on the News, interviewed by KCRA TV, The Sacramento Bee and several magazines. Everyone is saying, "2 Krayze, 'The Chocolate Thunder' and 'The Fresh Prince of Newcastle' is going to be a superstar and the next Will Smith." 2 Krayze was interviewed and selected as a client by the prestigious law firm of Manatt, Phelps and Philips.
In his recording studio, under bright lights, 2 Krayze is fiddling with the controls of his recording equipment, his lanky body dwarfed by the massive speakers, keyboards and computer screens. He is rapping about "Staying in School," about subjects that are anything but sexy. In fact, his songs are about abstaining from sex, drugs and alcohol. They are about God, integrity, respect and loving your mother and father.
2 Krayze says, "I want to be a mega entertainer, actor, attorney and businessman. I am a leader and I set high standards because I am proud to be a positive "Role-Model." Kids now, their idols are "Gangster Rappers" or people who drop out of school or end up in jail. I just think an education and a degree would be much better for you. I see myself as a "Superstar" and I intend to be "The Next Big Thing"!
Inside the family's living room, alongside photographs of Smokey Robinson, and other giants of the industry is a picture of Brandon as a toddler, his hands caressing piano keys. His parents bought him an acoustic guitar when he was 2. At 5, he got his first professional set of drums. 2 Krayze's musical idols are Michael Jackson, James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Morris Day, The Gap Band, Run DMC and DMX. But his role-model is Will "Fresh Prince" Smith, the wildly successful bubble-gum rapper and actor.
"I just love performing," says 2 Krayze, who typically wears a suit, hat and sequined gloves onstage. "When I'm performing, I'm so focused. I'm thinking about nothing but dancing and rapping and how I'm going to get that crowd yelling and screaming. I'm trying to appeal to everyone, not necessarily just Christians, and the youth. I hope I do have an impact on kids, to encourage them to go to school and college. But I want to speak to grown-ups, too. I'm talking about people ages 1 to 100."
2 Krayze says he has a personal ritual before performing. "I'll psyche myself up to get ready," he explains. "I usually stretch a lot. I warm up my body. And I pray. I pray for God to bless me in the performance and to allow me to do it the way it's supposed to be done, and for the show to be a success. I never get nervous. I don't think of it that way. I'm getting good grades, I'm playing basketball, and I'm doing music. That's not pressure. It's fun."
2 Krayze performs at various homeless shelters, the Angel Program, schools, churches, Life Sports Camps, and for inner-city disadvantaged kids. He has been "Special Guest" with his Uncle Charlie Wilson from the Gap Band at a Concord Pavilion Concert featuring Cameo, Confunction, and Morris Day.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters invited 2 Krayze as "Special Guest" to perform for her issue forum, "Young, Gifted and Black, "during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 33rd Annual Legislative Conference in Washington D.C. She is a big fan and admires him for his positive lyrics, good music and affirmative messages to the youth. The forum focused on how to change the negative impact of some recording artists that utilize violence, offensive language and sexual exploitation in their lyrics and videos. The panel featured Russell Simmons, Angie Stone, M.C. Lyte, Mos Def, Reverend Run and Cedric the Entertainer.
Kings owner, Joe Maloof, is one of 2 Krayze's biggest fans. "He's going to be big. I just know it! Everyone who sees him loves him" says Joe Maloof. Mr. Maloof personally arranged for 2 Krayze to perform at the Arco Arena during half- time on December 26, 2004 and during the fourth playoff game in May, 2005 that was televised. 2 Krayze wowed the crowd and he got to sit courtside for the basketball game, within eye contact
of power forward Chris Webber. "He and I were glancing at each other," 2 Krayze
recalls. "We connected."
The Joe Maloof and Billy Hunter alliance led to participation in various artistic events associated with the NBA All-Star game in Denver. "This is just a great opportunity for
2 Krayze to demonstrate his talents and to rap his way to College," says Billy Hunter, Executive Director of the NBA Players Association and a friend of George's. 2 Krayze is mannerly and polite. He is multi-talented, and his message is wholesome and refreshing. Maybe people are ready for that. Today, the NBA - Tomorrow, the World."
2 Krayze performed at the 2005 NBA All Star Weekend at the following activities:
Ÿ NBA Reading Rally
Ÿ Club NBA at All Star Jam Session
Ÿ NBA Center Court - Special Concert: 2 Krayze, Jon B., Amerie & Ruben Studdard
2 Krayze co- produced his just completed self-entitled album. His self-written lyrics and music deliver positive messages to our youth about:
Ÿ Staying in School
Ÿ Graduating from College
Ÿ Abstaining from Sex
Ÿ Saying "No" to Drugs, Alcohol & Tobacco
Ÿ Respecting Yourself and Others
Ÿ Honoring your Mother and Father
2 Krayze received product endorsement from Stacy Adams and Florsheim, which includes clothes, shoes and jewelry. He will be on a National Tour with the NBA Entertainment's Rhythm & Rims and will visit some cities that have NBA teams. He performed at the 2005 California State Fair. 2 Krayze will be on a Family & Fun All Star Tour and a National 40 city tour with Radio Disney & Nickelodeon All Stars.
2 Krayze has ventured onto the big screen and has completed his first film project. He will also have the leading role in the movie listed below that will start filming in 2006:
MONEY TO BURN:
An action adventure movie mixed with comedy and a dash of hip hop also starring, David Carradine and Michael Madsen.
His website is: www.2krayze.com.
KUDOS - QUOTES - TESTIMONIALS
"Brandon/2 Krayze is an extraordinary young man. He is extremely talented, and has superior intellect. His creativity transcends a young man of his age. Brandon/2 Krayze is going to be very successful. I am going to give him all the support I can and I know there are many people who will embrace him along the way."
Congresswoman Maxine Waters, United States House of Representatives,
35th District of California
"This is just a great opportunity for 2 Krayze to demonstrate his talents. 2 Krayze is mannerly and polite. He is multi-talented and his message is wholesome and refreshing. Maybe people are ready for that. Today, the NBA and Tomorrow, the World."
G. William Hunter, Executive Director, NBA Players' Association
"I met 2 Krayze at one of our games, and invited him up to my office and he started rapping. I couldn't believe what I was seeing and hearing! I thought, 'What can we do for this kid?' 2 Krayze is going to be big. I just know it! I am one of his biggest fans. Everyone who sees him loves him." Joe Maloof, Owner of the NBA Sacramento Kings, WNBA Sacramento Monarchs and Palms Casino/Hotel
"The market is ripe for an act like 2 Krayze. Because of the FCC's crackdown and the desire to clean up the airwaves, it's more conducive to positive messages right now. 2 Krayze's family background is a huge advantage. He has a head start because his parents have contacts in the industry and understand the workings of the business. If it's good music, it doesn't have to be bang-bang, shoot 'em up. There is room for positive rap if the music is good."
Minal Patel, R&B, Hip–Hop, Rap, Reggae Charts Manager, Billboard Magazine


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Khorasan: 8 Things You Never Knew About the Terror Group
By Maureen Mackey, The Fiscal Times
Until just a few days ago, Khorasan, a terrorist group, was virtually unknown to most Americans. It was created by seasoned al Qaeda members in Pakistan, Yemen and Afghanistan who traveled to Syria. While "Khorasan" may be an ancient term for an Islamic empire, this group, unlike ISIS, isn't primarily interested in grabbing territory and establishing a so-called "caliphate" in the Middle East. Instead, it wants to pull off another 9/11-type attack on the U.S. and Europe.
That's why the United States attack last night on ISIS included a strike on Khorasan. The director of national security, James Clapper, publicly acknowledged the group for the first time last week and said it was operating in both Syria and Iraq. As a result, he said, "There [was] potentially yet another threat to the homeland… yes."
Related: The New Terror Group Khorasan Is Plotting a 9/11 Attack
Here are 8 other things you may not have known about this "new" terrorist group and the U.S.'s response to it:
1: The group's leader is Muhsin Al-Fadhli, a 33-year-old Kuwait native described as short, slight and steely-eyed, and one of the few top al Qaeda commanders who knew about the 9/11 terror attacks in advance. Previously affiliated with the terrorist Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, Fadhli was identified by the State Department as an al Qaeda leader in Iran in 2012. He ultimately left Iran for Syria.
2: Fadhli first began working with Jabhat al Nusra, an al Qaeda affiliate based in Syria, but at some point broke away from that group and developed a new focus on so-called external operations. That's according to one of Fadhli's bodyguards, Abu Rama, recently arrested by Syrian President Bashar al Assad's government, CNN reported.
3: Fadhli fought for al Qaeda in northern Afghanistan and also fought against Russian forces in Chechnya. The United Nations says it was there he learned how to operate firearms, antiaircraft guns and explosives.
Related: 20 Facts About Baghdadi, the Elusive ISIS Leader
4: Nicholas Rasmussen of the National Counterterrorism Center said Khorasan has focused on developing explosives that it can use to destroy aircraft in high-profile attacks against the West. The group believes airplanes are a symbol of the West.
5: The group is "establishing routes in Syria in order to advance attacks against the West," Lt. General William Mayville, the Joint Chiefs of Staff's director of operations, said at a Pentagon briefing this morning.
6: The group has been centered in Aleppo, the largest city in Syria, under the protection of al Qaeda's official wing in the country, ABC News reported.
7: In the bombing operations launched last night against ISIS and other terror groups by the U.S. and a coalition of Middle East partners, the United States was alone in targeting the Khorasan group, reported NBC News. It also said intelligence agencies had requested the airstrikes against Khorasan as a last-minute add-on.
8: The group represented an imminent threat against the U.S. – and Mayville said this morning that the U.S. now needs some time to assess the results of the targeted airstrikes and other attacks conducted last night.
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