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Uncovering Asia 2018 (https://2018.uncoveringasia.org/2018/10/07/laughing-all-the-way-to-jail-malaysias-zunar-fights-corruption-with-cartoons/)
Center Stage: Malaysian cartoonist Zunar, who fights corruption through satirical cartoons, gave a humorous and inspiring keynote address at the Uncovering Asia Conference. Photo: Alexandra Jegers / Finja Seroka
"Everytime you face a challenge, or a risk, keep being positive and you can win one day," Malaysian cartoonist Zulkiflee Anwar Ulhaque, aka Zunar, offered his words of wisdom to a 400-strong crowd of journalists during his keynote at the Uncovering Asia Conference.
The award-winning cartoonist, who suffered years of persecution under the former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak's regime, shares many parallels with investigative journalists. Like journalists, he speaks truth to power, questions authorities' misdeeds, and exposes excesses and corruption, albeit through a different medium.
He has also lived through many of the threats that investigative journalists face today: arrests, travel bans and sedition charges. However, Zunar has remained optimistic in spite of all these challenges and offered a personal example of staying positive while under attack.
"The police informed me that they bugged my phone, I said thank you very much, everyday I can say four-letter word to the police," he joked. "For me, if you cannot beat them, laugh at them. No dictator in the world can stand it if you keep laughing at them…until one day they introduce an anti-laughter law," he added, drawing laughter from the crowd.
"I am a cartoonist, I draw cartoons. You are journalists, you write. Freedom of expression is our fundamental right, no government will give it to you (freely), so we need to keep fighting."
And Zunar certainly seems to be having the last laugh now.
While Razak was in power, Zunar was arrested at least five times and banned from leaving the country because the government deemed his cartoons to be "detrimental to public order." But now the political tide has turned, and Razak, the infamous kleptocrat, has been voted out of power, prohibited from traveling overseas and facing the possibility of imprisonment.
Sheila Coronel, academic dean of the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University, said one of the problems with investigative journalism is that journalists write long, complicated pieces that sometimes do not resonate with the people, and she asked Zunar to share his secret to engaging the public.
His answer was simple: "Draw corruption from the perspective of the people."
"I changed from political cartoons to cartoons for the people," he said. "I also removed the copyright of my cartoons and told people to go ahead and use it because I say 'this is your cartoon.' My talent is not a gift, it is my responsibility. It is my duty as a cartoonist and (yours as) journalists to expose corruption."
The free access to his cartoons, Zunar believes, was key to growing his support base. And the public's backing is the one thing that gives him strength to keep fighting the injustices of the authorities curbing his civil rights.
"I want to quote Liverpool's motto: You'll never walk alone. I get support from the people," he said, adding that cartoonists and journalists alike, in "jail-friendly jobs," have to take a stand and do what we do best when faced with corrupt dictators.
"By being neutral, you are giving mandate to the crooks to rule you even more," he said. "I am a cartoonist, I draw cartoons. You are journalists, you write. Freedom of expression is our fundamental right, no government will give it to you (freely), so we need to keep fighting."
Eunice Au is program coordinator with the Global Investigative Journalism Network. She was previously Malaysia correspondent for Singapore's The Straits Times and a general beat reporter for Malaysia's New Straits Times.
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Rediff.com » Cricket » Kapil ducks Tendulkar's 'disappointing coach' claims
Kapil ducks Tendulkar's 'disappointing coach' claims
Last updated on: November 12, 2014 17:36 IST
Cricket legend Kapil Dev refused to comment on Sachin Tendulkar's claim that despite being one of the finest Indian all-rounders of all time, the former skipper was disappointing as a coach and said it was the legendary batsman's "personal opinion".
"That's his opinion. Everyone has a right to give his opinion and I respect everybody's opinion. Good luck to him for his endeavour," Kapil replied, when asked about Tendulkar's remark in his book about his style of coaching.
Tendulkar in his just-released autobiography Playing It My Way, has claimed that he was left disappointed by Kapil during 1999-00 tour of Australia since the coach never involved himself in strategic discussions.
Kapil also refrained from making any predictions on India's chances of defending the title in the next year's ICC World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
"Let's not jump into any conclusions. I want to wish all the luck to my countrymen, who are playing. I hope they go and play good cricket but I don't wish to make a judgement. Winning and losing is a separate thing. If they play good cricket that would be good enough," said the 1983 World Cup-winning team.
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Laguna Beach in Focus
By jwilliams Mar 27, 2007, 2:15pm PDT
Laguna Beach is still the gayest town in Orange County, reports the LA Times, in an expose on the changing face of Queerburg by the Sea. Woody's has gone Mexi-Cali and the Boom Boom Room's fate remains up in the air, with the end of summer likely being the end of the Boom. While the town remains a gay hot spot, like other enclaves around the country it's being taken over by baby strollers and botox. It's all apart of the gentrification that's changing the vibe of the town into what we now see on reality TV. [LA Times]
Speaking of reality TV - the home of Laguna Beach lower-tier regular Derek LeBon is on the market. The 1975 built hillside home (pictured above) is located on a cul-de-sac featuring many of Derek's drunken class mates. One of the selling points of the 4 bed, 2.5 bath home is that it was "featured on television in the Laguna Beach show." While it lacks a pool, it does offer some pretty spectacular views of the beach where the kids go to talk about last night and look longingly at the sunset. Retail Price: $2,150,000. [OC Real Estate]
Speaking of the kids, the OC Register reports that series regular Jessica Smith (now with mug shot) was "arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs after a crash on the northbound San Diego (I-5) Freeway on Monday." She's presently being held on bail for $100,000.[OC Register]
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Black, black and more black – now that spells elegance for the all-new tone-on-tone limited edition Ford pony car by the name Roush Stage 3 BlackJack. But elegance is not the only interesting the pony is offering – it comes with a menacing 430 horsepower to lure aficionados better than other limited edition cars.
If Batman desires a new car aside from his famous Batmobile, the BlackJack would be it. The 2007 ROUSH Stage 3 would definitely create a thrilling Gotham City ride for the Caped Crusader. Jack Roush had a design vision and the result was BlackJack Mustang. The details as well as the contents of the black-on-black car were personally developed by Jack. In addition, the prototype version was his vehicle of choice. Earlier, the car made it on the Barrett-Jackson auction block as an extremely collectible exceptional car. The car is set to offer a limited edition run of 100 ROUSH Stage 3 BlackJack Mustangs – all of which have been pre-sold through ROUSH-authorized Ford dealer base.
Jack Roush's heritage as a racing car guru flows into the veins of BlackJack. Starting from the powertrain, which ROUSH performance is famed for; to the appeal and charisma of the car, the BlackJack is truly incomparable. The BlackJack is equipped with a polished ROUSHchargerTM system with a smaller pulley. It is the vital key behind the commanding 430 horsepower, which is the most in the history of ROUSH. The auto system also includes the Roots-style M90 supercharger, 38 lb.-hr. fuel injectors, ROUSH-designed intake manifold, intercooler assembly with radiator and a custom ROUSH ECM calibration to make the most of optimal fuel and spark.
In regard the aesthetic qualities of BlackJack, artsy side is not compromised. Elegance is a big part of the BlackJack dominance. The limited-edition pony boasts its matte black 21-inch stripe across the center of the black paint. It also delivers the addition of the seven-piece ROUSH aerobody kit. Volvo transmission mount is of no moment since BlackJack's auto parts accessories are distinctively engineered to match power and design. The engine compartment flaunts polished billet aluminum accessories, such as radiator, oil and strut tower caps. They contribute in making BlackJack an exciting package for street or track driving.
Striking interior upgrades include charcoal leather seating with an embroidered Stage 3 BlackJack logo, billet aluminum pedal kit, white electroluminescent gauges, and short throw shifter with black shifter ball. To add a dash of modishness, even the door sills were upgraded. ROUSH carbon fiber design dash trim kit and embroidered floor mats are made standard to the limited-edition model.
The handling of the vehicle has been significantly enhanced; that makes the pony more noticeable than before. The new-found handling experience is attributed in part to the addition of the Stage 3 suspension package. The latter swaps out the stock front struts, rear shocks, front and rear springs, front and rear sway bar and jounce bumpers for high performance versions of the car.
At 1st for Cane we have a wide range of cane furniture and wicker furniture to fit in with the d?cor found in most homes. We are passionate about our cane and wicker furniture. We think our furniture is fabulous and would complement any d?cor in any room. Most people associate cane furniture or wicker furniture with conservatories or gardens, and while it is true that most cane furniture and wicker furniture is used in the conservatory and the garden, it is not exclusively used in these areas of the home. Today however with the new modern designs, you can find cane furniture or wicker furniture in reception areas of an office, you fill find it in bedrooms, in dining rooms, and indeed in other waiting areas such as hotel lounges. Cane and whicker furniture have designer settees that can seat two people, three people or more if requested. The range can vary from a full basic cane settee and two chairs or a plush one that has a cane trim with cushions covered in fabric. Cane furniture such as this is ideal for the living room, offering the comfort and style of a fabric or leather sofa, coupled with the durability and longevity of cane furniture. We supply cane and wicker furniture for both modern and traditional d?cor. Cane furniture easily sits side by side with both new and old house accessories and in most cases freshens up a room without the need for an expensive redecoration venture. During the summer months, sitting outside in a garden or on a patio is a way of relaxing after a hard day's work. Cane furniture or wicker furniture is ideal for use in the garden as it is very lightweight and can be brought in to the conservatory for the winter months, or during particularly bad weather.
At 1st for Cane we have a wide range of cane furniture and wicker furniture to fit in with the d?cor found in most homes.
We are passionate about our cane and wicker furniture. We think our furniture is fabulous and would complement any d?cor in any room.
Most people associate cane furniture or wicker furniture with conservatories or gardens, and while it is true that most cane furniture and wicker furniture is used in the conservatory and the garden, it is not exclusively used in these areas of the home.
Today however with the new modern designs, you can find cane furniture or wicker furniture in reception areas of an office, you fill find it in bedrooms, in dining rooms, and indeed in other waiting areas such as hotel lounges.
Cane and whicker furniture have designer settees that can seat two people, three people or more if requested. The range can vary from a full basic cane settee and two chairs or a plush one that has a cane trim with cushions covered in fabric. Cane furniture such as this is ideal for the living room, offering the comfort and style of a fabric or leather sofa, coupled with the durability and longevity of cane furniture.
We supply cane and wicker furniture for both modern and traditional d?cor. Cane furniture easily sits side by side with both new and old house accessories and in most cases freshens up a room without the need for an expensive redecoration venture.
During the summer months, sitting outside in a garden or on a patio is a way of relaxing after a hard day's work. Cane furniture or wicker furniture is ideal for use in the garden as it is very lightweight and can be brought in to the conservatory for the winter months, or during particularly bad weather.
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Boating is one of the most pleasurable experiences that you can have on our beautiful lakes, rivers, and oceans. Boats involve a large amount of cleaning and maintenance, though, which can be time consuming and not particularly fun. Some boat owners use more of their time cleaning their boats than they actually spend enjoying them out on the water. While keeping your boat clean and maintained is essential, there is no reason why you need to use so much of your time cleaning. If you use the right equipment and cleaning products, you can save time while maintaining your boat's beauty and protecting it from destructive marine elements and harsh weather. You can also lessen the time and effort of cleaning your boat by cleaning it regularly and by using boat covers when it is not in use.
The type of boat you have and the materials from which it is made will determine what equipment and products are best for cleaning it. For most boats, you will need a heavy duty brush for scrubbing away dirt, grime, stains, and salt. The brush should not be so harsh and rigid that it could damage your boat's finish or clear coat. Your brush should have a sturdy handle, long enough to reach all areas of your boat, up high and down low. This will decrease the chances of arm and back strain and will give you the needed leverage for effective boat cleaning. The brush and its bristles should be strong enough to withstand repeated use with cleaning products, exposure to the weather, and even salt water. Other helpful products for boat cleaning include buckets large enough for your brush, sponges, mops, towels, and chamois cloths. Crucial for your boat as well as the environment is your choice of soap. You should use a soap that is effective on dirt and grime, yet safe for the environment. Use a biodegradable soap with a neutral ph factor. Do not use dish washing detergents; they are too harsh and could cause damage to the finish of your boat. If you use your boat in salt water, it's important that you use fresh water and soap to eliminate the salt build-up that can corrode your boat's finish. Always be sure to follow the boat manufacturer's instructions on how to clean your boat. Do not allow the soap to dry and remain on your boat for any length of time.
Now that you have the appropriate equipment and cleaning products for the exterior of your boat, you can get started with cleaning. First, rinse the entire boat with clean, fresh water. This will remove and loosen any dirt, grime, and impurities that may have built up on the finish. Never brush or scrub a dry boat, as this may scratch or otherwise harm your boat's finish or clear coat. Use a sponge or washing cloth with soapy water, and begin by lathering areas at the top of the boat, working your way down. Working from the top to the bottom of the boat will keep suds from running over the already cleaned areas, which would require another rinse. Lather only one area at a time; if you lather the entire boat, the suds will dry and cause you to have to rewash the cleaned areas again to prevent streaking. After soaping up the area to be washed, use your scrub brush to clean away any dirt and grime before rinsing. To prevent water from drying and forming spots, use chamois cloths or dry, soft towels to dry off any moisture after washing. One or two times per season, you should wax and polish your fiberglass boat to protect the shine of the boat's finish. Use a quality wax, such as a carnauba wax, for ultimate protection.
Additional areas of your boat that may need special attention include metal trim and rails, glass or Perspex windows, and any wood trim or decking. Use a quality cleaner and sealant for any chrome or stainless steel on your boat. For pitted or oxidized places on any metal surfaces, use of a metal wax can improve their condition. Follow the metal cleaner manufacturer's recommended instructions. Depending on the severity of the damage of your metal surfaces, the cleaning process may need to be repeated several times. For the glass and Perspex windows, a quality glass cleaner can be used, or a water and vinegar solution may work just as well. If the Perspex glass is already heavily scratched, there may not be much that can be done to repair it; however, there may be some newer products available that can improve these damaged conditions. Teak wood trim and decking should be varnished to preserve them and keep them looking like new. If the wood already appears faded or worn, you can sand it and then protect it by applying teak oil.
You will need to clean and most likely degrease the engine or motor of your boat. It is vital to make cleaning your boat's engine part of your annual winterization ritual at the end of the season. Some boat owners choose to do this themselves, while others opt to have this done, along with other winterization tasks, by an experienced mechanic. A quality engine cleaner/protectant, such as WD-40 or Boeshield T-9, used in conjunction with a cleaning cloth is often enough to remove the built up dirt, grime, and grease. These products also preserve engine parts by creating a protective barrier from moisture. If it's an older engine with a considerable amount of build-up, you may need to apply a more powerful de-greaser, such as "Gunk." Whatever solutions you use, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully, and protect or seal off electrical engine parts first. If grease is removed from key engine areas that require this lubrication, be sure to re-apply some to these points after you have finished cleaning.
You will also want to clean the interior of your boat, including the carpets and vinyl upholstery. For the carpets, you should vacuum them to remove any loose dirt and grime. For tougher stains, you should treat the spots with a quality stain remover, always following the manufacturer's recommended instructions. After vacuuming and spot cleaning, use a good steam cleaner. Start at the front of the boat and work your way back to avoid walking on the cleaned areas until they have completely dried. If a steam cleaner is not an option, scrub with a stiff bristled brush and a soapy solution and then rinse. Again, allow wet areas to dry completely before walking on them. For the vinyl upholstery in your boat, first wipe off with a damp cloth to remove any dirt, grime, or salt. Next, use a quality vinyl cleaner and wipe off all of the seats and padding inside the boat. For mold or mildew build-up, use a mixture of four parts water to one part ammonia and scrub with a medium soft bristled brush. After cleaning, apply a light coat of furniture polish that is recommended for vinyl. This will help protect and guard against stains, and it will help preserve your boat's upholstery for many years to come.
After you have cleaned your boat, you should cover it with a quality protective boat cover. Anytime you store your boat for any reason, clean the interior and the exterior as much as possible, then cover it with a boat cover to preserve that clean interior until you remove the cover on your next outing. Your boat will be as clean as when you covered it up. Whether your boat is stored outside or being towed on a trailer, boat covers will protect from moisture, leaves, bird droppings, and other potentially damaging outdoor elements. Whether your boat is a bass fishing boat, ski boat, deck boat, pontoon, v-hull, or another type, it's important to protect your investment with protective boat covers.
While there is a lot involved in properly caring for and maintaining boats, using the right equipment and products, protecting them with boat covers, and establishing a regular routine of cleaning will reduce the overall amount of time and effort spent on maintenance. Less time boat cleaning means more time enjoying your boat out on the water.


Data mining is such a prosaic part of our online lives that it's hard to sustain consumer interest in it, much less outrage. But the recent revelation that Facebook allowed targeting to "insecure" teens might start to change the equation.
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The Georgian Bay Fibre Company is based in Parry Sound, Ontario, on the shores of Lake Huron. Their colourways are inspired by life on the Georgian Bay, with a different has a story for each colour. The yarn bases are created from Blue-faced Leicester fleeces that are sourced in Italy, milled in Southern Ontario, and kettle-dyed in Parry Sound.


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Scientists dispel myths, provide new insight into human impact on pre-Columbian Amazon River Basin
by Florida Institute of Technology
Scientists travel along rivers in the Peruvian Amazon to look at environmental change. Credit: Crystal McMichael
A paper published this week in Science provides the most nuanced view to date of the small, shifting human populations in much of the Amazon before the arrival of Europeans. The research, which includes the first landscape-scale sampling of central and western Amazonia, finds that early inhabitants were concentrated near rivers and lakes but actually had little long-term impact on the outlying forests, as if they merely tiptoed around the land far from natural sources of water. In doing so, the new study overturns the currently popular idea that the Amazon was a cultural parkland in pre-Columbian times.
The Amazon Basin is one of Earth's areas of highest biodiversity. Therefore, understanding how Amazonia was modified by humans in the past is important for conservation and understanding the ecological processes of tropical rainforests.
Researchers, at Florida Institute of Technology, the Smithsonian Institution, Wake Forest University and the University of Florida looked at how widespread human impacts were in Amazonia before the Europeans arrived. If the Pre-Columbian Amazon was a highly altered landscape, then most of the Amazon's current biodiversity could have come from human effects.
The research team, led by Florida Tech's Crystal McMichael and Mark Bush, retrieved 247 soil cores from 55 locations throughout the central and western Amazon, sampling sites that were likely disturbed by humans, like river banks and areas known from archeological evidence to have been occupied by people. They also collected cores farther away from rivers, where human impacts were unknown and used markers in the cores to track the histories of fire, vegetation and human alterations of the soil. The eastern Amazon has already been studied in detail.
McMichael, Bush, and their colleagues conclude that people in the central and western Amazon generally lived in small groups, with larger populations on some rivers.
"There is strong evidence of large settlements in eastern Amazonia, but our data point to different cultural adaptations in the central and western Amazon, which left vast areas with very little human imprint," said Bush.
They did not live in large settlements throughout the basin as was previously thought. Even sites of supposedly large settlements did not show evidence of high population densities and large-scale agriculture. All the signs point to smaller, mobile populations before Europeans arrived. The impacts of these small populations were largely limited to river banks.
"The amazing biodiversity of the Amazon is not a byproduct of past human disturbance," said McMichael. "We also can't assume that these forests will be resilient to disturbance, because many have never been disturbed, or have only been lightly disturbed in the past."
Certainly there is no parallel in western Amazonia for the scale of modern disturbance that accompanies industrial agriculture, road construction, and the synergies of those disturbances with climate change."
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This tomahawk is 18 inches long and has a large heavy hand-casted head, blade is 3 inches top to bottom tip of blade 4 inches wide blade, Navajo made by Sapharia George. The handle is wrapped in leather and beads. It is trimmed with fur and decorated with feathers. Comes with authenticity tag.


The Most Handsome Boy on the Planet is the ninth episode of the second season of The Goldbergs, and the thirty-second episode overall. It aired on December 10, 2014.
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Typical rotary pressure filter of type RPF A09 with an active filter surface of 2.16 m² for use in pharmaceutical applications.
Significant savings, greater yields and improved throughput – pharmaceutical companies can reap significant benefits by moving from batch production to a continuous antibiotics manufacturing process. One stand-out project improved productivity figures by roughly 150 percent. The rotary pressure filter from BHS-Sonthofen plays a key part in this success story.
Pharmaceutical companies frequently find themselves in a position where they need to increase the production of an ingredient substantially. Before tackling such an expansion project, it generally makes sense to carefully analyze the production process. In one such case, project management evaluated the existing batch process and recommended adding more reactors and changing the separation stage by introducing a continuous process using a BHS-Sonthofen rotary pressure filter of type RPF P02.
The implemented continuous process increased production in the order of 150 percent, while incurring only a fraction of the investment costs of the previous manufacturing process. In addition, changing to continuous filtration increased the yield by close to a third and further improved the profitability of the new process. Moreover, monitoring the continuous filtration and cleaning process online delivers much more consistent product quality while at the same time allowing the manufacturer to reduce the consumption of consumables.
A lot of potential remained untapped in the batch manufacturing process. For example, the amount of active ingredient produced in the reactor exceeded the actual yield after drying by far. That's because a large amount of the active ingredient was lost in the turbid flow stage at the beginning of filtration due to the agitated Nutsche filter used. The continuous process, in turn, was able to unlock most of this potential.
As a fully continuous separator, the BHS rotary pressure filter with an active filter surface of 0.5 m² was easily able to accommodate double the previous production quantity in a continuous product flow. Also, in contrast to the batch system, which turns the entire solid material of a batch into a filter cake, the rotary pressure filter reduces the cake thickness significantly. This results in a much lower cake resistance.
Due to the thinner filter cake, the filtration pressure can be reduced by a large degree. This enabled the process to be optimized to ensure high performance over the long term. It also allows the use of a much tighter filter medium, which results in an immediate clear flow. This prevents the previously unavoidable turbid flow stage – a decisive advantage of continuous filtration. Thanks to the elimination of the turbid flow stage, loss of the active ingredient is reduced from approx. 25 percent to less than 5 percent in the project.
Moreover, the compact structure of the filter cake, its low thickness and the optimized flow control in the form of a nearly perfect piston flow facilitate highly efficient washing of the solid. Additional online monitoring of the washing filtrates allows the operator to quickly optimize the quantity of the washing agent. The pharmaceutical company has been consequently able to reduce the amount of solvents by roughly 20 percent. This strengthens the entire production process and results in a much more stable configuration of the crystallization stage.
Optimized piston flow cake washing also means that the entire washing filtrate is usable. Here, too, continuous processing in connection with process-analytical technologies (PAT) leads to a more efficient use of utilities and thus higher yields: By reducing the overall solvent consumption in the process, former product rejections – as occurred with the agitated Nutsche filter – are a thing of the past.
Thanks to putting a continuous process in place, batch-based operation with a complex process flow, high consumable requirements and mediocre yield was turned into a self-regulating, easily controllable and highly efficient process.
Rotary pressure filter of type RPF P01 as a laboratory and pilot filter for test series and small-volume production with an active filter surface of 0.17 m².


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'Mallrats 2' to Give Granite Run Mall Final Act?
By Dan Stamm	• Published May 7, 2015 • Updated on May 7, 2015 at 10:36 am
If you grew up in Delaware or Chester counties in the 70s, 80s or 90s you might have considered yourself a "mallrat" of the Granite Run Mall.
Before the once-proud shopping center meets the wrecking ball, it could become a piece of "Mallrats" lore for all-time.
Director Kevin Smith is targeting the soon to be defunct mall as the backdrop for "Mallrats 2," the sequel to 1995's cult-classic that starred Jason Lee, Ben Affleck, Jeremy London, Shannen Doherty, Ethan Suplee, Jason Mewes and Smith as Silent Bob.
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Smith has hinted that he would like to film at a mall that could be razed, reported Philly.com.
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March Madness: Welcome to the Eastern Conference playoff stretch run
Get ready for the most exciting time to be a fan of the NBA
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Now the real fun begins!
We have entered March, and while the collegiate players will have a chance to achieve their shining moment, the pros will be entering the finally stretch of the regular season. In most seasons, March would feature a few meaningful games for teams trying to make the postseason. Normally, a large contest in the final full month would not determine a whole lot leading into the playoffs. However, this season will feature a month long competition, filled with playoff teams jockeying for position as well as the opportunity to get in. It's true that the Western Conference race will garner most of the attention from the fans because of it's utter chaos. For the teams in the East, they will be fighting for higher stakes.
The Eastern Conference is known as "The King's" conference. LeBron James has ruled the conference for seven years now, dispatching every challenger on his quest to a championship. This year feels different however. Every season is drama filled when it comes to LeBron-led teams. That's nothing new, but the talent surrounding him has dissipated since the Kyrie Irving trade. This has made the race for playoff positioning in the East so vital this time of year.
Seeds three through eight are separated by just three and a half games. The Cavs are currently in the third seed. One would assume LeBron would not allow his team to dip below that, by any means necessary. The inconsistency of their season though, does open the door for other teams sneak up and capture that position. The Indiana Pacers have become a breath of fresh air this NBA season. They have proven that their surprising success will not stop at just making the playoffs, but potentially hosting a first round playoff game in a game one.
Seeds five through eight are just separated by two games. The Milwaukee Bucks are currently the eighth seed after struggling over the past few weeks. On February 14 the team was in the fourth seed with 32 wins. Having won only two games in that stretch has caused them to landslide down the standings.
The reason each game will be so important down this final full month of the regular season is also for determining matchups as well. Positioning be damned, certain matchups will also determine who advances beyond the first round come April. The Sixers, who are currently slated in the sixth seed, are viewed as a dangerous team for anyone. The emergence of Rookie of the Year frontrunner, Ben Simmons, and the utter dominance of Joel Embiid would frighten most opposing coaching staffs.
As you can see, the Eastern Conference is not as simple as everyone thinks it is. Almost every team has a chance to shine, and create various storylines along the way. Will the narrative change, or will things remain the same? Buckle up folks, we are in for what is sure to be a wild ride.
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Violet Grove is a hamlet in central Alberta, Canada within Brazeau County. It is located  southwest of Drayton Valley on Highway 620, approximately  southwest of Edmonton.

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COVID-19 deaths mount at New Mexico State Veterans' Home, a hot spot since October
by Kathleen Sloan | January 6, 2021
Thirty-three residents have died since the pandemic began. Photograph courtesy of the New Mexico Department of Health
Sierra County's death toll from COVID-19 cases stood at 37 this morning, Jan. 6, with the vast majority of deaths occurring among residents at the New Mexico State Veterans Home.
Thirty-three veterans' home residents have died of "COVID-related" illness as of this morning, according to New Mexico Department of Health Communications Director Matt Bieber.
There have been 115 residents who have tested positive since the pandemic began, with 121 in residence as of Oct. 30, 2020. Bieber said there are now 87 residents.
There is only one active case among residents currently, Bieber said.
None of the infected residents were removed to hospitals, Bieber stated. They were treated at the home, he explained, adding that "16 residents were infused with Bamlanivimab."
According to the Federal Drug Administration, "Bamlanivimab is an investigational medicine used for the treatment of COVID-19 in non-hospitalized adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older with mild to moderate symptoms who weigh 88 pounds (40 kg) or more, and who are at high risk for developing severe COVID-19 symptoms or the need for hospitalization."
Those working at the home, either permanently on staff or as regular visiting therapists, total 214, with 89 testing positive since the pandemic began. There are currently 13 active cases among employees. "The rest have recovered," Bieber said.
Bieber said the home has been considered a "hot spot" since October, triggering a higher testing rate for all residents and staff. They have been tested twice weekly versus once a month, the required protocol when a congregate home has no active cases.
Around Dec. 20, 2020, the Department of Health put NMSVH Director Juliet Sullivan on leave, pending an investigation by the Division of Health Improvement, Bieber said. The investigation is not complete, "but it did identify Immediate Jeopardy," Bieber said.
The U.S. Department of Health defines "Immediate Jeopardy" as a "situation in which the provider's noncompliance with one or more requirements of participation has caused or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident."
Update: The New Mexico Department of Health announced this evening, Jan. 6, the death of a resident in his 70s, bringing the total COVID-19-related deaths of veterans' home residents to 34.
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package pkg

import (
	"compress/bzip2"
	"database/sql"
	"fmt"
	"os"
	"path/filepath"

	"regexp"

	"golang.org/x/text/language"
	"golang.org/x/text/message"

	_ "github.com/mattn/go-sqlite3"
)

type Database struct {
	sqlDb     *sql.DB
	sqlDbPath string
	version   string
}

func OpenDatabase() (*Database, error) {
	db := new(Database)

	err := InstallDatabase(true)
	if err != nil {
		return nil, fmt.Errorf("Database not available; try using db.update command")
	}

	db.sqlDbPath = filepath.Join(Env().McdexDir, "mcdex.dat")
	sqlDb, err := sql.Open("sqlite3", db.sqlDbPath)
	if err != nil {
		return nil, err
	}

	_, err = sqlDb.Exec("PRAGMA integrity_check;")
	if err != nil {
		return nil, err
	}

	db.sqlDb = sqlDb

	return db, nil
}

func InstallDatabase(skipIfExists bool) error {
	if skipIfExists && fileExists(filepath.Join(Env().McdexDir, "mcdex.dat")) {
		return nil
	}

	// Get the latest version
	version, err := ReadStringFromUrl("http://files.mcdex.net/data/latest.v6")
	if err != nil {
		return err
	}

	// Download the latest data file to mcdex/mcdex.dat
	url := fmt.Sprintf("http://files.mcdex.net/data/mcdex-v6-%s.dat.bz2", version)
	res, err := HttpGet(url)
	if err != nil {
		return fmt.Errorf("Failed to retrieve %s data file: %+v", version, err)
	}
	defer res.Body.Close()

	// Stream the data file to mcdex.dat.tmp
	tmpFileName := filepath.Join(Env().McdexDir, "mcdex.dat.tmp")
	err = writeStream(tmpFileName, bzip2.NewReader(res.Body))
	if err != nil {
		return err
	}

	// Open the temporary database and validate it
	tmpDb, err := sql.Open("sqlite3", tmpFileName)
	if err != nil {
		// TODO: Add log entry about the file being corrupt
		return err
	}
	defer tmpDb.Close()

	_, err = tmpDb.Exec("PRAGMA integrity_check;")
	if err != nil {
		return err
	}

	// Force the tmpDb to close so that (on Windows), we can ensure
	// the rename works
	tmpDb.Close()

	// Close the database and rename the tmp file
	err = os.Rename(tmpFileName, filepath.Join(Env().McdexDir, "mcdex.dat"))
	if err != nil {
		return fmt.Errorf("Failed to rename mcdex.dat.tmp: %+v", err)
	}
	return nil
}

func (db *Database) ListForge(mcvsn string, verbose bool) error {
	rows, err := db.sqlDb.Query("select version, isrec from forge where mcvsn = ? order by version desc", mcvsn)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return fmt.Errorf("No Forge version found for %s", mcvsn)
	case err != nil:
		return err
	}

	latest := false

	defer rows.Close()
	for rows.Next() {
		var version string
		var isrec bool
		err := rows.Scan(&version, &isrec)
		if err != nil {
			return err
		}
		if isrec {
			fmt.Printf("%s (recommended)\n", version)
		} else if !latest {
			fmt.Printf("%s (latest)\n", version)
			latest = true
		} else if verbose {
			fmt.Printf("%s\n", version)
		}
	}
	return nil
}

func (db *Database) lookupForgeVsn(mcvsn string) (string, error) {
	var forgeVsn string
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select version from forge where mcvsn = ? and isrec = 1", mcvsn).Scan(&forgeVsn)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return "", fmt.Errorf("No Forge version found for %s", mcvsn)
	case err != nil:
		return "", err
	}
	return forgeVsn, nil
}

func (db *Database) lookupFabricVsn(mcvsn string) (string, error) {
	var fabricVsn string
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("SELECT version FROM fabric_loaders WHERE mcversion = ?", mcvsn).Scan((&fabricVsn))
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return "", fmt.Errorf("No Fabric version found for %s", mcvsn)
	case err != nil:
		return "", err
	}

	return fabricVsn, nil
}

func (db *Database) PrintProjects(slug, mcvsn string, ptype int) error {
	// Turn the name into a pre-compiled regex
	slugRegex, err := regexp.Compile("(?i)" + slug)
	if err != nil {
		return fmt.Errorf("Failed to convert %s into regex: %s", slug, err)
	}

	query := "select slug, description from projects where type = ? and projectid in (select projectid from versions where mcvsn = ?) order by slug"
	if mcvsn == "" {
		query = "select slug, description from projects where type = ? order by slug"
	}

	rows, err := db.sqlDb.Query(query, ptype, mcvsn)
	if err != nil {
		return fmt.Errorf("Query failed: %+v", err)
	}
	defer rows.Close()

	// For each row, check the name against the pre-compiled regex
	for rows.Next() {
		var slug, desc string
		err = rows.Scan(&slug, &desc)
		if err != nil {
			return err
		}

		if slug == "" || slugRegex.MatchString(slug) {
			msg := message.NewPrinter(language.English)
			msg.Printf("%s | %s\n", slug, desc)
		}
	}

	return nil
}

func (db *Database) PrintLatestProjects(mcvsn string, ptype int) error {
	rows, err := db.sqlDb.Query(`select slug, description from projects
									    where type = ? and projectid in
									    (select projectid from files order by tstamp desc) limit 100`, ptype)
	if err != nil {
		return fmt.Errorf("Query failed: %+v", err)
	}
	defer rows.Close()

	for rows.Next() {
		var modSlug, modDesc string

		err = rows.Scan(&modSlug, &modDesc)
		if err != nil {
			return err
		}

		msg := message.NewPrinter(language.English)
		msg.Printf("%s | %s\n", modSlug, modDesc)
	}
	return nil
}

func (db *Database) GetLatestFileTstamp() (int, error) {
	var tstamp int
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select value from meta where key = 'dbtunix'").Scan(&tstamp)
	return tstamp, err
}

func (db *Database) FindProjectBySlug(slug string, modLoader string, ptype int) (int, error) {
	var modID int
	var supportedModLoader string
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select projectid, modloader from projects where type = ? and slug = ?", ptype, slug).Scan(&modID, &supportedModLoader)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return -1, fmt.Errorf("no mod found %s", slug)
	case err != nil:
		return -1, err
	}

	if  modLoader != supportedModLoader && modLoader != "fabric+forge" && supportedModLoader != "fabric+forge" {
		return -1, fmt.Errorf("%s (%s) is not compatible with %s", slug, supportedModLoader, modLoader)
	}

	return modID, nil
}

func (db *Database) findSlugByProject(id int) (string, error) {
	var slug string
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select slug from projects where projectid = ?", id).Scan(&slug)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return "", fmt.Errorf("no project found %d", id)
	case err != nil:
		return slug, err
	}
	return slug, nil
}

func (db *Database) findModBySlug(slug string, modLoader string) (int, error) {
	return db.FindProjectBySlug(slug, modLoader, 0)
}

func (db *Database) findModByName(name string) (int, error) {
	var modID int
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select projectid from projects where type = 0 and (name = ? or slug = ?)", name, name).Scan(&modID)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return -1, fmt.Errorf("No mod found %s", name)
	case err != nil:
		return -1, err
	}
	return modID, nil
}

func (db *Database) getProjectInfo(projectID int) (string, string, string, error) {
	var slug, name, desc string
	err := db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select slug, name, description from projects where projectid = ? and type = 0", projectID).Scan(&slug, &name, &desc)
	if err != nil {
		return "", "", "", fmt.Errorf("failed to get project info for %d: %+v", projectID, err)
	}

	return slug, name, desc, nil
}

func (db *Database) getDeps(fileID int) ([]string, error) {
	var result []string
	rows, err := db.sqlDb.Query("SELECT projectid, level FROM deps WHERE fileid = ? and level == 1", fileID)

	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return []string{}, nil
	case err != nil:
		return []string{}, fmt.Errorf("Failed to query deps for %d: %+v", fileID, err)
	}
	defer rows.Close()

	for rows.Next() {
		var projectID, level int
		err = rows.Scan(&projectID, &level)
		if err != nil {
			return []string{}, fmt.Errorf("Failed to query dep rows for %d: %+v", fileID, err)
		}

		// Resolve the project ID to a slug
		var slug string
		err = db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select slug from projects where projectid = ?", projectID).Scan(&slug)
		if err != nil {
			return []string{}, fmt.Errorf("failed to resolve dep project %d to a slug", projectID)
		}

		result = append(result, slug)
	}

	return result, nil
}

func (db *Database) GetLatestPackURL(slug string) (string, error) {
	// First try to find the pack by looking for the specific slug
	// TODO: Remove forge
	pid, err := db.FindProjectBySlug(slug, "forge",1)
	if err != nil {
		return "", err
	}

	// Find the latest file given the project ID; we don't need to worry about matching the MC version,
	// since modpacks are always locked to a specific version anyways
	var fileID int
	err = db.sqlDb.QueryRow("select fileid from files where projectid = ? order by tstamp desc limit 1", pid).Scan(&fileID)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return "", fmt.Errorf("No modpack file found for %s", slug)
	case err != nil:
		return "", err
	}

	// Construct a URL using the slug and file ID
	return fmt.Sprintf("https://minecraft.curseforge.com/projects/%d/files/%d/download", pid, fileID), nil

}

type ForEachModHandler func(id int, slug string, loader string, description string, downloads int, modified_ts int, created_ts int) error

func (db *Database) ForEachMod(mcvsn string, loader string, orderByField string, ascending bool, handler ForEachModHandler) (int, error) {
	orderByDirection := "desc"
	if ascending {
		orderByDirection = "asc"
	}

	query := fmt.Sprintf("select projectid, slug, modloader, description, downloads, modified_ts, created_ts from projects where type = %d and (modloader = '%s' or modLoader = 'fabric+forge') and projectid in (select projectid from versions where mcvsn = '%s') order by %s %s",
		0, loader, mcvsn, orderByField, orderByDirection)
	rows, err := db.sqlDb.Query(query)

	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		fmt.Printf("No rows returned!\n")
		return 0, nil
	case err != nil:
		return 0, fmt.Errorf("failed to lookup mods: %+v", err)
	}
	defer rows.Close()

	var count int

	for rows.Next() {
		var projectID, downloads, modified_ts, created_ts int
		var slug, modloader, description string
		err = rows.Scan(&projectID, &slug, &modloader, &description, &downloads, &modified_ts, &created_ts)
		if err != nil {
			return 0, fmt.Errorf("failed to scan row: %+v", err)
		}

		count++

		err := handler(projectID, slug, modloader, description, downloads, modified_ts, created_ts)
		if err != nil {
			return count, fmt.Errorf("handler failed: %+v", err)
		}
	}

	return count, nil
}

func (db *Database) GetSupportedMCVersions(loader string) ([]string, error) {
	var query string
	if loader == "forge" {
		query = "select distinct(mcvsn) from forge where isrec=1"
	} else {
		query = "select distinct(mcversion) from fabric_loaders"
	}

	rows, err := db.sqlDb.Query(query)
	switch {
	case err == sql.ErrNoRows:
		return []string{}, nil
	case err != nil:
		return []string{}, fmt.Errorf("failed to lookup mods: %+v", err)
	}
	defer rows.Close()

	var result []string
	for rows.Next() {
		var mcvsn string
		err = rows.Scan(&mcvsn)
		if err != nil {
			return []string{}, fmt.Errorf("failed to scan row: %+v", err)
		}

		result = append(result, mcvsn)
	}

	return result, nil
}

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We are delighted to welcome new players and existing members back to the club every year, catering for all ages and abilities. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned international, whether it is for fun, fitness, for making new friends, or maybe you are more competitive and have aspirations to play at an international level, this is all possible in our friendly and dynamic club.
We try to strike a good balance on and off the court. Our on-court time consists of training, game time, playing in social and competitive competitions and leagues. Off-Court we spend time together attending local events, exploring Geneva and the surrounds and eating, drinking and being merry.
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Despair comes knocking on Disco Puppet's Thoughts to Melt To
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Following his nod to filmmaker Satyajit Ray in 2019's Aranyer Dinratri, Shoumik Biswas has released a 5-track EP recorded at his home studio during the quarantine. For Thoughts to Melt To, the producer who performs under the moniker Disco Puppet, revisits another unequalled intergenerational artist Daniel Johnston, whose death came just before his burlesque fall release.
Biswas dedicates his newest record to music's original left-field singer-songwriter. Johnston, whose works while dubbed as art rock, defied generic labels, practically commodified the home-recorded aesthetic on cheap cassettes in the eighties. As one of his independently-released albums, Thoughts to Melt To is preoccupied with the question of whether a song needs to undergo a certain level of production to be complete or good or mainstream art.
Johnston's art rock and disgruntled artist persona found few takers back in the day, probing Disco Puppet to recontextualise his style for the pandemic era, through some self-assured alt-pop. The dissolute and catchy 'Romeo and Juliet' tells of a tale as old as time, but in its retelling, gains new relevance in the present reality. The fabled star-crossed lovers are torn asunder by new sleights of nature and norms, as Biswas deftly blends archetypes of the past and the present. In doing so, he explores the relevance and cultural significance of the kind of simplistic, stripped-down production, epitomised by Johnston, in a world under lockdown.
A lot of the songs have to do with nostalgia and memory, starting with the dialogic 'Don't be sad. The Boogie Man's back!' which envisions a Godot-esque conversation between a father and the fabled monster under the bed. It also comes the closest to exploring the depressive side of Johnston's life and craft, while reflecting somewhat realistically on the deteriorating mental health of people, during self-isolation. It could also allude to Biswas's recent struggle with tinnitus, which must have been hard to surmount.
In much the same way, 'Nosty Boy' alludes to finding a safe space in imaginary escapades. Whereas 'Peace Lily Parody' as the name suggests, calls out the futility of reconstructing dreamscapes from childhood memories.
Chaotic harmony seems to drive the production on 'Temporary Paradise'. This final track of the foray makes the project a tragedy of self-sabotage, uncertainties and despair; posturing as a celebration without any cause. Warm and colourful, the album boasts of analogue tape and echo pedals, interspersed by the old-school kinderklavier, güiro and other innovative percussion tools to add to the lo-fi.
The bare-bones production adds to the intimacy, drawing listeners into the life of Disco Puppet's mind. It also positions his nonconformity as something that lends such diversity to his works, much like Johnston's outsider art. If nothing else, the idiosyncratic ink and marker artwork by Shreya Bhatia explains away this project as a comparative analysis of the 1983 Johnston record, Hi, How Are You?
Thoughts to Melt To is out on all digital platforms. Proceeds from the sale (till May 26) will go to Goonj, which is undertaking relief work for vulnerable communities during the lockdown.
Watch the music video for Peace Lily Parody here and Nosty Boy here.
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A: The docs aren't super clear, but it turns out you enter the full opening body tag here, angle brackets and all. For example to get an Angular app to wrap the entire page you'd use:
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A collection of Colman's artefacts have been put into storage as plans to reopen Norwich's famous mustard shop are scrapped.
The store - previously located in Norwich's Royal Arcade - closed earlier this year as the unit's lease came to an end.
Guildhall Enterprises, which took on the premises, had initially intended to re-open it inside the city's Guildhall in December.
But Davina Tanner, chief executive, has confirmed it is no longer going ahead.
She claimed Unilever, which makes Colman's Mustard, took back one of the shop's main attractions after it closed - its Colman's artefacts.
However, a spokesman for Unilever said it was asked to store the items by the shop for safe keeping.
Mrs Tanner also claimed the company never supplied the shop with its branded mustard.
Instead, her social enterprise, which took on the premises from Norwich HEART in 2015, had to buy it from small suppliers.
It comes as Unilever warned that it could close its Norwich factory.
Mrs Tanner stressed that her social enterprise, which aims to reduce re-offending, was not connected to the Colman's brand.
She said she took on the shop from the now defunct Norwich Heart and intended to keep it open until the lease expired.
Mrs Tanner said the arcade charged £60,000 per year in rent, adding that it was too expensive to stay there.
"It is nothing to do with me," she added. "It is Unilever's brand and their artefacts.
The Colman's Mustard Shop and Museum was opened in 1973 as a temporary display to commemorate 150 years of J&J Colman's, but proved so popular it remained open.
A Unilever spokesman was optimistic the artefacts could yet return to public display. He said: "Earlier this year, as the shop was closing for relocation, the owners asked us to collect the historical items, which we had indefinitely loaned to them, for safe keeping and storage in our archives.


PETOSKEY -- Two Republicans, Suzanne Coveyou and Rufus Welsheimer, are vying to be nominated in the Tuesday, Aug. 7, primary election as their party's candidate for Resort Township treasurer.
The Republican primary winner won't face any Democratic opposition for the treasurer position on November's general election ballot. Current Resort treasurer Carol Jankowski decided not to pursue re-election this year, noting the obligations that a family member's health issues recently have created for her.
Coveyou, 49, and Welsheimer, 42, previously made unsuccessful runs for the Resort treasurer's position as independent candidates in 2008.
Coveyou's work background includes about 30 years of experience with business and accounting-related tasks. She's currently operations manager at Central Industrial Manufacturing in Harbor Springs, where she's worked for about 15 years, and previously spent about 13 years at Great Lakes Cable, a local cable-television predecessor to Charter Communications. Coveyou obtained an associate's degree in data processing from Muskegon Business College, now part of Baker College.
"I've lived in Resort Township for 26 years," she added.
If she becomes treasurer, Coveyou said she'll pursue a high level of involvement in the position. In the current economy, Coveyou noted that it's important to ensure that Resort gets the best return possible on township savings and investments.
"I look forward to getting involved in the township operations and our committees," she said, adding that she looks forward to meeting her neighbors in the community.
Coveyou is married to Jon and has two children: a 10-year-old son, Tai, and a 9-year-old daughter, Maeli. With her children getting older, Coveyou believes she has the necessary time to devote to the treasurer's position.
Welsheimer currently is employed at the Odawa Casino Resort, and spent about four years on the township's board of review. He graduated from Petoskey High School and attended North Central Michigan College.
Welsheimer, who's single and has no children, noted that he'd bring familiarity with the community to the treasurer's position as a lifelong local resident. If he becomes treasurer, the candidate said he'll focus on the priorities that local residents have for the community and be available for those who want to contact him about their concerns.
"I will talk to the voters and see what they want as far as major projects and issues," he said.
One project that Welsheimer hopes to help pursue is expansion and renovation of the township hall, noting that office and meeting spaces are cramped for Resort's current needs.


[A special broadcast with the National Forensics League] President Bush has proposed an overhaul of federal vocational education spending by redirecting the $1.3 billion budget to new technical education programs that emphasize academics. This proposed shift in funding leads many to ask if the current system is broken. Does vocational and technical education segregate students by class and limit their opportunities for higher education, or is it the best way to give students the necessary tools to join the 21st century workforce?
Thomas Applegate is the executive dean at Austin Community College in Texas, where he is a primary liaison for the college with business and industry. While at the college he has developed the Austin Competency Analysis Profile which is used to gain business and industry input into the development of competency based curricula. Applegate is also the past president of the Association for Career and Technical Education, and was formerly the associate state director for the Division of Career, Technical and Adult Education in the Ohio Department of Education.
Ross Wiener is a principal partner at the Education Trust. As director of the Education Trust's policy team, he connects policymakers, reporters, and advocates with data, research and examples from the field regarding what can be done to close achievement gaps. Wiener was previously an attorney in the Educational Opportunities section of the Civil Rights division of the U.S. Department of Justice. While there, he investigated and prosecuted violations in school districts across the country; including cases involving desegregation, disability rights, harassment and services for limited-English proficient students.
"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read or write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn."


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Tonight President Obama will deliver a message to the nation outlining his strategy (we hope) for dealing with the developing Islamic State in Syria and Iraq. What he says this evening and more importantly what he does going forward will be critical for both the nation and the Democratic Party.
It is particularly interesting how his performance potentially impacts the latter. Much Republican success through the latter years of the Cold War can be directly attributed to the ineffective foreign policy either espoused or carried out by Democrats.
Obama graduated from high school in 1979 and that year another Democrat president, Jimmy Carter, was reaching the peak of executing one of the poorest administrations of foreign policy in U.S. history. In doing so, Carter put into practice Democratic theories and promises espoused in the preceding decade.
Prior to Carter's election, Hubert Humphrey and George McGovern lost presidential elections because they appeared wishy washy when it came to confronting foreign policy challenges. Carter's presidency confirmed the public's fears about what happens when a Democrat is Commander-in-Chief. His incredibly poor performance on the foreign policy front helped Ronald Reagan win back to back presidential elections.
Democrats didn't help themselves much with the candidacy of Michael Dukakis in 1988. While attempting to look macho by taking a photograph in an army tank during that campaign, Dukakis managed instead to look pathetic and out of place in that environment. Instead of Douglas MacArthur he looked more like Alfred E. Neuman in a Mad Magazine satire of the military. Dukakis lost and the Republicans won once again.
Now we have Barack Obama carrying out the same sort of feeble foreign policy that kept Democrats out of the White House for successive presidential elections. Currently, only 38% of Americans approve of his handling of foreign affairs. That should give Democrats everywhere flashbacks to the 1970's.
This year's crop of Democratic candidates for United States Senate appear well aware of this fact. Ever since Obama's "no strategy" admission and golf outing, Democrats have actually sounded more hawkish than their Republican counterparts on what to do about the threat in Iraq and Syria.
Still, as an American, it's frightening.
Tonight, we must sincerely hope that Obama presents a workable strategy to eliminate a very serious threat. If he presents a strategy we can support, we should do so even when things get difficult.
Obama is the president. If he fails in this endeavor, so do we.


One of the most stylish SUVs on the market. Handles superbly well for what is a big vehicle. Huge boot and lots of rear legroom. More exclusive than the usual competition from BMW and Audi.
Originally only available with a diesel engine. Brakes could do with more bite. Clunky gear selector.
So this is the way forward it appears. After all, everyone wants SUVs these days. You only have to drive into any town centre car park to see that. How many actually go off road? Zero. But do people still buy them? Yes. They'll say it's for practicality and the like, but much of it is for status. An SUV is seen as that bit posher than a saloon or hatchback.
And when it comes to status, few brands carry as much weight as Maserati. Drive a Levante and you'll attract plenty of attention, much more so than a similarly expensive BMW or even a Porsche. It's this exclusivity and brand image that is a big part of the appeal for the Levante. If you want something different from the crowd, the Levante is it.
This does come at a price, though. The Levante starts at more than £55k new, although in context that's actually not bad at all. It's close in price to a Cayenne diesel and similar to a high-spec Audi Q7.
From launch, only a diesel Levante was available. The same big 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 that's used in the Quattroporte and the Ghibli. With 275PS, it's not short of power - but it's the 600Nm of torque that makes this SUV so driveable. In mid-2017, the Levante S was added which has a 430PS 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine. Built by Ferrari no less.
The standard gearbox is an eight-speed automatic and the Levante comes well equipped with air suspension as standard, a torque vectoring system, adaptive cruise control and of course navigation. That's not to say you won't find it easy to add on £10k worth of options without even trying.
It's described by its maker as 'the Maserati of SUVs' and it certainly follows the same path as the Ghibli and Quattroporte. That means the Levante is powerful, incredibly comfortable on the move and has a top quality interior. Yes the gear selector is clunky, the brakes could do with more bite and the steering lacks feel through corners, but that doesn't detract from what is one of the most appealing and desirable SUVs around.


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Sexist apparel and toys for children are sadly nothing new, but it's even sadder that manufacturers continue to produce them. Marvel, the comic book publisher, is now contributing to the boys are strong/girls are weak dichotomy with two T-shirts based on the popular "Avengers" franchise.
The shirt for boys declares, "Be A Hero," while the shirt for girls (available in Juniors sizes) says, "I Need A Hero." Anyone else sick of the idea that girls are incapable of taking care of themselves and being their own heroes?
This isn't the first time "The Avengers" has gotten flack for sexism. Cartoonist Kevin Bolk made a splash when he re-drew the Avengers movie poster depicting the bodies of the male characters in the pose Marvel usually reserves for females -- booty out.
CORRECTION: An earlier version of this story indicated that the Juniors-size girls shirt was a child's shirt and thus unfairly priced compared to the boys shirt. The "I Need A Hero" shirt is sized for teens, not children.


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Moffitt Cancer Center named to Becker's Hospital Review's List of 100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs
TAMPA, Fla. — Moffitt Cancer Center has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2015 edition of its list of "100 Hospitals and Health Systems With Great Oncology Programs."
Becker's Hospital Review has published a version of this every year since 2012, and this is the third year it has included 100 hospitals.
"It is an honor to be recognized by Becker's Hospital Review and included on this list again this year," says Moffitt Cancer Center President and CEO Alan List, MD. "We have always been and remain committed to the prevention and treatment of cancer."
The list features organizations dedicated to treating cancer patients as well as researching the deadly disease. These hospitals and cancer centers stand out in terms of quality patient care, clinical outcomes and research achievements.
The Becker's Hospital Review editorial team selected hospitals for inclusion based on recognition received, accreditations earned and memberships held in cancer care-oriented groups. Specifically, the Becker's team examined U.S. News & World Report's hospital rankings for treating cancer, CareChex cancer care rankings, BlueCross BlueShield Association Blue Distinction Center designation, National Cancer Institute designations, and Commission on Cancer accreditations and awards received, as well as membership in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Hospitals on this list have several of these recognitions.
The full list features individual profiles of all 100 organizations.
The full list can be read here: http://bit.ly/1itn5Zb
Note: This list is not an endorsement of included hospitals, health systems or associated healthcare providers, and organizations cannot pay for inclusion on this list. Hospitals are presented in alphabetical order.
About Becker's Hospital Review
Becker's Hospital Review is a monthly publication offering up-to-date business and legal news and analysis relating to hospitals and health systems. Content is geared toward high-level hospital leaders, and we work to provide valuable content, including hospital and health system news, best practices and legal guidance specifically for these decision-makers. Each issue of Becker's Hospital Review reaches more than 18,000 people, primarily acute care hospital CEOs, CFOs and CIOs.
Located in Tampa, Moffitt is one of only 45 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, a distinction that recognizes Moffitt's excellence in research, its contributions to clinical trials, prevention and cancer control. Moffitt is the top-ranked cancer hospital in Florida and has been listed in U.S. News & World Report as one of the "Best Hospitals" for cancer care since 1999. With more than 4,600 team members, Moffitt has an economic impact in the state of $1.9 billion. For more information, visit MOFFITT.org, and follow the Moffitt momentum on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.


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Business News›Markets›Stocks›News›Bharti Airtel receives subscriptions up to $10 billion
Bharti Airtel receives subscriptions up to $10 billion
The QIP is likely to be priced at Rs 445 a share against the base price of Rs 435 per unit.
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Bharti Airtel's $3 billion fundraising exercise has been subscribed more than three times, garnering pledges of $9-10 billion, said people with knowledge of the matter. The company is looking to raise the money through a private placement of equity shares and the sale of foreign currency convertible bonds (FCCBs) as it seeks to pay more than ?35,500 crore in statutory dues.
Global investors, foreign banks and leading local institutional players including Fidelity, BlackRock, Goldman Sachs and GIC have evinced interest in both the $2 billion qualified institutional placement (QIP) and the $1 billion foreign currency convertible bond offering, including a $250 million 'upsize' option, said the people cited above.
Warburg Pincus, JP Morgan Asset Management, Axis MF, Capital Group, ICICI Prudential, SBI MF, Birla MF, HDFC MF and ICICI Pru Mutual Fund have lined up for the QIP, they said. BNP Paribas, Lombard Odier, Barclays, UBS and Segantii Capital among others have pitched for the overseas bonds, they added. "Airtel has already received subscriptions, aggregating $5.5-$6 billion for the QIP and over $3 billion for the FCCBs," said one of the persons.
The QIP is likely to be priced at ?445 a share against the base price of ?435 per unit, another person said.
Among bankers working on the fundraise are Citi Bank, Axis Capital, JP Morgan, Bank of America, Barclays and BNP Paribas. Bharti Airtel declined to comment. The potential investors cited above couldn't be reached for comment.
However, in a late evening filing, Airtel said the company's special committee of directors for the fundraise would meet on January 14 to consider the QIP "issue price, including any discount on the floor price, along with the issue price and other terms of the sale of FCCBs".
The share jumped 3.3 per cent to hit an intraday high of Rs 474.05 on Thursday before closing 0.2 per cent higher at Rs 459.85 on the BSE. A day earlier, the telco had launched its fundraising programme to raise cash ahead of the January 23 deadline to pay more than Rs 35,500 crore to the government toward adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues.
The ongoing fundraise, Bharti Airtel has said, will also be used to augment the telco's long-term resources and bolster its balance sheet for servicing or repaying debt, capital expenditure, longterm working capital, refinancing of existing borrowings and general corporate purposes.
Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have to pay the most money among the non-state telcos that owe the government about Rs 1.47 lakh crore following the Supreme Court's October 24 order backing a broader definition for computing AGR by including revenue from noncore sources.
Incidentally, since the apex court verdict, Bharti Airtel shares have risen about 28 per cent.
"This only suggests risk-on money is globally available for quality assets," IIFL Securities director Sanjiv Bhasin said. "When the stock was trading much lower, investors didn't bother to buy but they have now bought shares at elevated levels."
Bharti Airtel initially wanted to sell $750 million of FCCBs but later sought Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approval to raise this to $1 billion. Indian companies are allowed to raise up to $750 million via external commercial loans and require special dispensation for more. The FCCBs, with a coupon of 1.5 per cent, can be converted at 20 per cent premium whenever an investor wants to do so during the five-year tenor.
Societe Generale is said to have provided participatory note (PNote) services to global hedge funds betting on Bharti Airtel securities. A P-Note is an instrument issued by a registered foreign institutional investor (FII) to an overseas investor wanting to invest in local securities.
With the hope of softening the AGR blow, Bharti Airtel had filed a review petition in November seeking a waiver on interest and penalties, which make up 75 per cent of the dues. It also sought the court's permission for arriving at payment timelines with the government on mutually agreeable terms. The government has said it can't provide any relief on AGR dues unless the Supreme Court directs it to do so.
On Wednesday, the company, along with others, brought up the matter in the top court, seeking an urgent and open court hearing. The court rejected the request for an open-court hearing and will now hear the review petition in chamber. The date for this isn't known.
On Thursday, Fitch Ratings said that removing Bharti Airtel from its Rating Watch Negative will depend on the Supreme Court's ruling on the review petition. The global rating agency has assigned a BBB-/Rating Watch Negative to Airtel from BBB- earlier. The FCCBs have the same rating.
"The proposed interest-bearing issuance will be a senior, unsubordinated, unsecured and unconditional obligation and will rank pari passu to Bharti's existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness," Fitch said.
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