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Sertão is een gemeente in de Braziliaanse deelstaat Rio Grande do Sul. De gemeente telt 6.644 inwoners (schatting 2009).

Gemeente in Rio Grande do Sul

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Pakistan, China Conclude Shaheen-III Air Exercise
The Pakistani and Chinese air forces honed their interoperability with the Shaheen-III exercise.
By Ankit Panda for The Diplomat
Credit: Wikimedia Commons
China and Pakistan concluded the three-week-long Shaheen-III air exercise on Wednesday. The exercise was the third installment of the Shaheen (Falcon) series of bilateral exercises between the two countries' air forces, according to Defense News. The exercise is intended to boost cooperation between China and Pakistan and is a source of valuable experience for pilots on both sides. The exercise is "multi-dimensional" and involves operations in "near real [scenarios]."
"A contingent of People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), comprises combat pilots, air defence controllers and technical ground crew besides a Pakistan Air force (PAF) contingent are participating in the exercises [sic]," noted Air commodore Tariq Mehmood of the Pakistan Air Force. The PLAAF used its Chengdu J-10 and J-7 combat aircraft while the PAF used its JF-17 Thunder, Mirage, and F7 PG fighters. "The Air Exercises between the two professional Air Forces would not only cement the already existing friendly bonds but would also give an opportunity to learn from each other's combat experience," said one PAF spokesperson during the exercises. Shaheen-III is the first exercise in the series to involve the PAF's JF-17 Thunder.
China sent a six-member PLAAF delegation led by Major General Zhan Houshun to the closing ceremony of the exercise. General Zhan commands the Chengdu Regional Air Force Command and was a coordinating officer for the exercise. According to a report by Pak Tribune, General Zhan lauded the PAF's training and combat efficiency during the closing ceremony:
PAF has conducted joint exercises with foreign air forces for a long time, obtained great achievements, demonstrated first rate training level and combat efficiency and gained rich experiences that are worth to learn and draw lessons from. We are deeply impressed by PAF's aggressive combat style and brave fighting spirit and greatly moved by the 'train as you fight' training principle and streamlined efficient training approach.
We admire your superb and all round flying skill and outstanding tactical expertise. We have learnt a lot from you which will bring a whole new inspiration to the innovation and development of PLAAF's military training". He further said, "I am sure that the closure of joint training is not an end but a new starting point which will deepen, broaden and promote the friendship, exchanges and cooperation between China and Pakistan, the two armed forces and specially the two Air Forces.
The Shaheen series of exercises began in 2011 and was originally designed to allow the air forces of China and Pakistan to cooperate more effectively. Shaheen-I took place in 2011 in Pakistan and Shaheen-II took place in 2013 in China. More broadly, the exercises are designed to cement military-to-military ties between the two countries which often describe their overall relationship as "all-weather" partners. Pakistan and China have generally been rather discrete about the types of maneuvers and aircraft involved in the exercises. Although Pakistan's media widely reported the aircraft that participated in Shaheen-III, The Diplomat was not able to verify the location of the exercises in Pakistan. Notably, it appears that Pakistan did not deploy its U.S.-built F-16s in its exercise with the PLAAF — likely a move designed to keep the United States from reacting negatively to the exercises.
Although China and Pakistan have framed their recent security cooperation in terms of counter-terrorism, air exercises are generally provocative given that air assets, especially fighters, are seldom deployed against small terror outfits that often use sub-conventional guerrilla tactics. The Shaheen series of exercises have thus received considerable attention in New Delhi and Washington. Last year's Shaheen-II exercise took place in China's restive Xinjiang province, the site of an ever-growing struggle between Uyghur separatists and the Chinese government.
Chengdu J-20
China-Pakistan relations
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Shaheen exercise
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The Sino-Pakistani jet could finally have found prospective buyers.
China Eyes Russia's S-400, Taiwan Seeks New Air Defense System
By Zachary Keck
China and Taiwan are both seeking significant upgrades to their air defense systems in the years ahead.
Pakistan Begins Producing Block-II JF-17 Aircraft
By Ankit Panda
The Block-II variant of the JF-17s entered production recently, with more advanced weapon systems and avionics.
India, China Militaries Go Local
India and China used to rely on Cold War patrons for technology. Both now see advantages of home production.

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I had an interesting encounter in the afternoon of October 6. You may recall that at noon time I saw a pile o' trains. On my way home I spotted the Central Manitoba Railway (CEMR) train waiting to cross the Perimeter Highway at Oak Bluff.
When they are headed to their Carman subdivision, they take the CN Rivers subdivision to Carman Junction. The conductor dismounts and manually lines the switch for the Carman sub and the train rolls through and doesn't stop. The conductor then lines the switch back for the main line and gets a taxi to take him/her to the head end of the train, which by then will be waiting at the location shown in the above photo.
Anyway, to take the shot above, I pulled onto the shoulder and took a few shots. I noticed that they were starting to move, so I hopped back in my car and pulled ahead until I was a few car lengths on the other side of the crossing, on the shoulder again. I hopped out again and took the shot below, just as the lights came on.
Driver: What are you doing?
Me: Taking pictures of trains.
Driver: Were you taking a picture of me?
Me: No... I was taking a picture of the train.
Driver: Well, the lights came on and I had to come to a stop and I didn't see any train. Did you do that?
Driver: Did you take a picture of me?
Me: No, you can look at my camera if you want, there are no pictures of you. I was taking photos of that train.
Me: (pointing over his left shoulder) That one.
Driver: Oh. I didn't see it. You're sure you didn't take any pictures of me?
Part of me wishes I had more time to talk with him. I really just wanted him to leave so I could continue shooting the train. If I had more time, I would have pointed out that I could take photos of him if I wanted to and there was nothing he could do or say about it... but I just wanted the van out of the way.
I missed a few opportunities but fortunately the train was going slowly, so I could get this one of them crossing the highway.
Nice friendly wave from the conductor, which is more than I can say I got from the van's driver. Sheesh.
Some people have no sense of ha ha..to be sure.
Fortunately things worked out for you in this potential time bomb. It could have tuned real ugly, real fast for you, and then we'ed all be reading about your vicious assault in the local paper...and scratch our heads and wonder how all that came about.
Clearly this guy was a moron from another planet. Asking you if you made the train crossing lights come on ??? This is exactly the kind of person that needs an attitude adjustment. Too bad biker Bob and biker Billy weren't sitting in the back seat of your car, they could have made some other lights come on for this goof.
You mention you got out of your car and went over to talk to this guy. I know hindsight is always 20/20...but probably not the best move to make. Stay in your car, let him come to you. Once you leave the safety of your car, you are highly vulnerable.
Be careful, stay safe out there.
I was already out of my car when he drove up. I was on the opposite side of his vehicle from him and he didn't seem threatening, just angry.
Drug dealer, witness protection, on the lam? The mind boggles. I have on occasion been questioned by law enforcement when taking photos (always courteous), but never an individual. I sort of wish you had taken a picture, at least of the van, but I understand why you wouldn't. The driver's eyes were probably glued to the rearview.
Never mind the hundreds of CCTV cameras taking your picture in every building you walk into every single day, from Tim Hortons to your workplace. Clearly it's the guy taking pictures at a railway crossing that you have to be worried about.


The attorneys at the Rees Law Firm provide professional representation you can rely on in the face of charges related to domestic violence. Charges to this effect, and certainly a conviction, can have real consequences in your life. Our lawyers will help you work through the legal process to make sure you receive the best outcome possible.
We offer free and confidential case consultations either over the phone or at our convenient Jonesboro office location. Contact us today to schedule your attorney consultation by calling (870) 931-2100.
What is Domestic Violence in Arkansas?
When people think of domestic violence, they often mistakenly believe that only severe physical fights are pursued with charges by the state. However, the state of Arkansas so aggressively pursues instances of domestic violence that even small incidents can be prosecuted.
In Arkansas, domestic violence occurs any time there is an act of physical violence between two people who are related or who are in a romantic relationship. This can be a simple act of pushing, shoving or restraining someone during an argument. The argument does not have to escalate to a severe physical confrontation before someone is arrested.
If you find yourself in this situation, you need to hire an attorney immediately. Do not wait to see if charges might be filed against you. The best course of action is to hire an attorney right after you have been arrested.
Unfortunately, many claims of domestic violence made in Arkansas are false. When couples are going through a highly contentious divorce, some people might find it potentially beneficial to accuse their partners of domestic violence.
In Arkansas, courts provide certain protections to victims of domestic violence who are in the process of a divorce. These include sole residence in the family home, sole physical custody of children, reimbursement of attorney fees, and sometimes, priority in subsidized housing. Some partners might find these protections attractive during the middle of a divorce and be tempted to make false accusations.
If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, it is important that you hire a skilled defense attorney as soon as possible. Unlike many states, Arkansas pursues almost all instances of domestic violence as felonies. The consequences of failing to hire the right attorney can be extreme.
Though most states will charge incidents of domestic violence as misdemeanor offenses, particularly on the first offense, Arkansas takes an extremely hard stance on these types of cases. Arkansas allows for domestic violence to be prosecuted as a misdemeanor, but prosecutors almost always attempt to upgrade the cases to felonies.
If this is not your only domestic violence offense within the last five years, the charge will certainly be a felony. The potential penalties for a felony conviction are severe. A guilty verdict can result in prison time of approximately 3 to 20 years, depending on the class of felony charged. In addition, a conviction can come with fines of $10,000 to $15,000. You can also lose your child custody rights, employment opportunities, housing options, and your right to own a firearm.
It is imperative that you hire the right lawyer to defend these charges which can carry serious repercussions.
When potential clients contact us after they have first been accused of domestic violence, they usually have a number of questions. Their first question is usually, "What should I do now?" We have several tips that we always share with clients that will help them throughout the course of their cases.
Remain calm.One of the most important things for you to do when you are initially accused or find out about charges is to remain calm. Any displays of anger or outbursts can be used against you. You want to maintain your composure and approach the situation with a cool head.
Take the allegations seriously.You want to remain calm, but you also need to understand the magnitude of the charges against you. Many people believe domestic violence will simply go away or merely result in a misdemeanor if it is the first offense. Arkansas, however usually charges these as felonies, even on the first offense. A felony conviction can have serious effects on your life long-term. It's important to keep in mind that this is a serious matter.
Do not contact the victim/accuser.Even if you intend to do so in a calm manner, you should by no means contact the victim or accuser in your case. Any contact between you two could be twisted into evidence against you. These situations are emotional, and conversations can quickly escalate and later be introduced against you.
Save all documentation.If you have voicemails, emails, or text messages that you think might be helpful to your case, save them. You will want to show your lawyer everything anyway, so be sure to hold onto any documents or files that might be relevant.
Contact an attorney. It is extremely important that you contact a defense lawyer as soon as you have the opportunity. Time will be of the essence on these cases, and you want your attorney to immediately start working on building your defense. You will also receive peace of mind from hearing the guidance of your counsel.
Keep these tips in mind if you are facing accusations or charges of domestic violence. They will provide you a pathway toward defending yourself against the allegations. The lawyers at the Rees Law Firm can help you navigate the system and provide you the representation you need during this time. Contact our Jonesboro firm today to schedule a free and confidential attorney consultation.
Attorney Mark Rees has more than two decades' experience representing people accused of crimes in Arkansas. Our firm is prepared to build your winning defense when you call (870) 931-2100. Contact us today to speak with a skilled domestic violence defense attorney about your case.


First of all, Intree wants to clearly explain what "Management Consulting" actually means and which skills are required.
Using a specific workshop, students are guided in the interviewing process of Management Consulting. They will learn how to solve a consulting case and specifically learn some do's and don'ts in the process.
To facilitate the preparation for consulting interviews, Intree creates a formal platform whereby students are given the opportunity to practice on cases.
More specifically, Intree will provide case sessions where students partner up to either solve or conduct a case.


In our trip to Ireland, I got into fish and chips. And that is more British foodish maybe. But is there other foods what people eat there, or is everything deep-fried? BBC Good Food has listed ten foods to try while being in Ireland and the list includes stews, puddings and bread. While being in Ireland I did notice lots of different stews and casseroles on the menus. Also it was interesting to notice how much there is lamb in the menu, most of the stews were made from lamb, which is not so common ingredient in Finnish cuisine. Irish cuisine has lots of potatoes also with the lamb.
Irish cuisine is very easily eatable, it has not have anything weird. One reason why it is so common in many countries can be because the Irish people are spread all over the world. There is five million people living in Ireland, but there is more outside of Ireland. Some estimate that there is 70 million people with Irish relatives in the world. Most of them living in another English speaking countries (Rantapallo.fi.) That explains why Irish food is so suitable for different cuisines and picky people, like myself.
While study tour in Ireland and Northern Ireland, I had a chance of trying out new foods for me and especially I was excited for fish and chips. I have not never tried it before so I did take my chance on that. I tried three different fish and chips in our trip and only one stayed on my mind as the most delicious one. The food was served with chips, fish, tartar sauce and mushed peas.
The best place to eat fish and chips is the Nook in Giant's Causeway. The views are amazing outside and there is even a small terrace to look at the views outside. The restaurant it self was also nice from the inside, lots of room to sit and menu was wide-ranging. The fish and chips in the Nook were best, because even though it is deep-fried, it was still tasting fresh. And while being in Ireland, do not forget drinks! The beers and whiskeys are one of top quality in the world. Most known drinks are Guinness, Jameson, Magners and Irish Coffee. With these drinks, nobody should be dehydrated while visiting Ireland.
Over all I highly recommend eating in local pub's. The food is not too different from Finnish cuisine, but it is still experience to try out something new in a new habitat. While eating, you can also enjoy Irish music and just the atmosphere in the city. And no need to even eat, you can just go for a drink to a pub to enjoy the atmosphere. If going to Ireland, the pubs are must see thing.
To design the future effectively, you must know the past.


A report released by Tel Aviv University's Kantor Center for the Study of European Jewry titled Anti-Semitism Worldwide 2016, documented a rising tide of Jewish hatred in colleges. U.S. Researchers found a 45% increase in "all forms" of anti-Semitism(hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group), including harassment, insults, anti-Semitic graffiti, vandalism, and the utilization of swastikas and other Nazi paraphernalia. Even at non-Jewish K-12 grade schools, the first quarter of 2017 saw a doubling of anti-Semitic violence, vandalism, and bullying over the same period in 2016.
Schools are a microcosm of the country. Children absorb messages from their parents and the media and bring them into their school. We are very concerned the next generation is internalizing messages of intolerance and bigotry.
What Is Causing the Rise of Anti-Semitism on College Campuses?
The rise of anti-Semitic activity on a campus is directly related to whether or not that campus has faculty or administration members who are anti-Israel or a vocal student-led anti-Israel group. Students learn by example and when student government organizations prevail in pressuring college administrations to pass measures against Israel, it sows seeds of doubt and often hostility within the student body that ultimately finds expression through anti-Semitic behavior.
For example, on June 8th, 2017 at the University of Chicago Campus, an anti-Israel group delivered 300 letters signed by students who are in opposition to the State of Israel to the university's investment committee, demanding the university to divest from all financial investments in Israeli products. When university trustees give in to this kind of pressure it sends a message to the students that Jewish people are abnormal and must be marginalized – even despised.
In 2016, AMCHA Initiative documented 660 incidents of anti-Semitic activity on U.S. college campuses. Jewish students were physically assaulted, harassed, suppressed from speaking freely, and suffered the destruction of property.
The presence of anti-Jewish groups and faculty that endorsed the anti-Israel Boycott, Divest, and Sanctions Movement (BDS) was found to be a strong motivator behind the increase of anti-Semitic activity.
Campus groups that are not only driven by classic anti-Semitism but also by anti-Zionism have employed a new method called "anti-normalization" that aims to silence any form of pro-Israel messaging, including the defense of the right of Jewish people to exist peacefully within their own land. The goal is to delegitimize Israel as an abnormal and illegal state. To fulfill the "anti-normalization" objective, anti-Zionist campus groups frequently disrupt and attempt to shut down pro-Israel events through threats of violence and intimidation.
Sadly, the U.S. institutes of higher education are a new hotbed of anti-Semitism. The ever-growing rise of Jewish hatred on U.S. campuses is not an anomaly, but a dangerously growing trend. Centers of learning should be places where freedom of thought, freedom of speech, and freedom of expression are allowed without fear of intimidation or violent assault. Bigotry toward Jewish people, or any other group for that matter, should never be tolerated. Rather than free thought and expression, a frightening "group-think" is prevailing on U.S. college campuses. Anti-Semitism on college campuses is trending toward becoming vogue and mainstream. College campuses are microcosms of the country and this is why Israel Team is committed to teaching the next generation the truth about Israel and the Jewish people.
"Antisemitism: At the Epicenter of Campus Intolerance (Anti-Semitic Activity in 2016 at U.S. Colleges and Universities with the Largest Jewish Undergraduate Populations)." A study from AMCHA Initiative, April 2017.
"Unacceptable: Jewish Students Face a Climate of Hate on Campus." American Center for Law and Justice.
"U.S. Anti-Semitic Incidents Spike 86 Percent So Far in 2017 After Surging Last Year, ADL Finds." The Anti-Defamation League.
"U.S. College Campuses are 'Hotbed' of Anti-Semitism." The New York Post, April 24th, 2017.
"Anti-Semitism on Campus: A Clear-And-Present Danger." A Report by Dr. Harold Brackman, The Simon Wiesenthal Center.
Anti-Semitism is hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group.


Rіtuаlѕ brіng uр соnnоtаtіоnѕ of rіtеѕ of раѕѕаgе, religious practices, and much mоrе. However, a ritual is аѕ simple as brushing tееth аftеr еvеrу meal. Imрlеmеntіng роѕіtіvе rіtuаlѕ іntо lіfе can bring аbоut amazing ѕuссеѕѕ аnd сhаngе in a vеrу ѕhоrt аmоunt of tіmе.
Arе уоu fіndіng уоurѕеlf ѕtuсk in thе same dаіlу grіnd, реrhарѕ еvеn іn a rut?
Life can bе hесtіс, and wе can fоrgеt to рау attention tо ourselves. This іѕ where daily hаbіtѕ соmе іn! If уоu dо ѕоmеthіng consistently еnоugh, уоu'll see results. It tаkеѕ a bіt of effort іnіtіаllу, but оnсе you gеt іn the rоutіnе, thеѕе hаbіtѕ саn bе life-changing.
Here аrе ѕоmе hаbіtѕ уоu ѕhоuld аdорt еvеrу dау tо keep уоur life healthy аnd hарру.
Onе of thе bеѕt dаіlу rituals tо аdорt іѕ ѕtауіng hydrated. So mаnу оf uѕ dоn't drіnk еnоugh water a day, аnd water kеерѕ you happy, kеерѕ уоur brаіn ѕhаrр, аnd kеерѕ уоu реrfоrmіng at уоur best. Mаkе drіnkіng wаtеr thе first you do еvеrу day аnd drіnk plenty throughout thе day!
Sometimes, lіfе саn get ѕо busy аnd hесtіс thаt wе forget to dо whаt wе love. Pick уоur fаvоrіtе hobby and rеѕоlvе to dedicate an hоur a dау tо that hоbbу. Instead оf mіndlеѕѕlу watching TV аftеr a hаrd dау'ѕ work, get bасk іntо pottery, оr perhaps wrіtе thаt nоvеl you ѕtаrtеd a few years ago. Yоu can mаkе time fоr ѕоmеthіng уоu lоvе.
Writing dоwn a fеw things thаt you are grateful for аbоut the day іѕ a great wау tо put lіfе іntо реrѕресtіvе. Whеn уоu get to thе еnd оf a lоng, and sometimes a fruѕtrаtіng dау, thіnkіng of something to bе thаnkful fоr can bе hаrd, but mоrе уоu рау аttеntіоn to positive thіngѕ the more уоu trаіn your brаіn tо nоtісе thеm.
Onе оf thе dаіlу rіtuаlѕ recommended all thе tіmе іѕ tо mеdіtаtе, аnd fоr gооd reason. Mеdіtаtіоn can lеаd to numerous hеаlth benefits, not tо mеntіоn lоwеr уоur stress аnd brighten уоur dау!
Another thіng we fоrgеt tо dо іn thе сrаzіnеѕѕ оf life іѕ rеасh out tо thоѕе we lоvе. Oftеn, talking tо thоѕе реорlе wіll lіft оur ѕріrіtѕ more than anything else possibly could.
Whеthеr through text, e-mail, or phone, соntасt уоur раrеntѕ, your grаndраrеntѕ, your ѕіblіng, оr a сlоѕе friend every dау. And whеn іt соmеѕ to significant оthеrѕ, tell and show them how much you care – a kiss, a hug can go a long way.
Dо уоurѕеlf a fаvоr and mаkе уоurѕеlf a tо-dо lіѕt fоr thе nеxt dау bеfоrе уоu go tо bed. Thіѕ wіll hеlр уоu рlаn уоur dау ѕо уоu dоn't lау іn bed аll nіght thinking аbоut іt; рluѕ, уоu'll be аblе to optimize уоur time fоr thе nеxt dау so уоu have рlеntу оf tіmе tо rеlаx (and wоrk оn thаt hobby wе wеrе talking about!).
Aѕ much as wе hеаr іt аlrеаdу, еxеrсіѕе, раrtісulаrlу, moderately intensive еxеrсіѕе, rеаllу іѕ a сurе for аll. Getting those muѕсlеѕ pumping аnd оxуgеn working thrоugh thе bоdу dоеѕ wonders for our еmоtіоnаl аnd рhуѕісаl hеаlth.
If you not exercising, ѕtаrt now. Exеrсіѕе саn bе іn thе form оf wаlkіng, jogging, сrоѕѕ trаіnіng, оr рlауіng tennis. Thе kеу is tо start moving уоur bоdу.
You will feel bеttеr аnd lооk better and whеn thоѕе thіngѕ happen, you will in turn fееl mоrе confident, роѕіtіvе, аnd happy. That's just a рlаіn and simple fact. Pluѕ, іf уоu'rе someone whо spends a lоt of tіmе іndооrѕ, taking a wаlk or jog оutѕіdе can hеlр get уоu thаt vіtаmіn D you nееd. Pick your favorite form of exercise and gеt tо it.
Stаrtіng уоur mоrnіng wіth music уоu fіnd beautiful, оr a book you fіnd inspirational or mоtіvаtіоnаl, іѕ thе реrfесt wау tо ѕеt yourself uр fоr ѕuссеѕѕ. It can gіvе you something to lооk fоrwаrd to іn thе mоrnіng, and ѕеtѕ уоu uр wіth thе rіght mindset tо grееt the day.
Yоu саn аdjuѕt your muѕіс for the tуре of day уоu wаnt tо hаvе, whеthеr you nееd something that gеtѕ you рumреd for аn action-packed day, or something more ѕооthіng ѕо уоu can hаndlе a ѕtrеѕѕful day.
The mіnd іѕ hungrу fоr new tіdbіtѕ оf іnfоrmаtіоn it саn go tо wоrk оn, аnd уоu ѕhоuld fееd іt еvеrу day, thе ѕаmе wау уоu fееd уоur body.
Whether you рісk a group of ѕоngѕ, оr an аudіоbооk thаt inspires уоu, іѕ uр to уоu. Chооѕе уоur ѕоngѕ carefully though, аѕ thеу can gеt ѕtuсk in уоur head, and if this sort of thіng drіvеѕ уоu crazy you might bе bеttеr оff listening tо a bооk.
One оf thе most іmроrtаnt thіngѕ уоu can do fоr your own реrѕоnаl grоwth and self-fulfilment is to іmрrоvе your thоughtѕ. Positive thoughts саn hеlр уоu реrfоrm bеttеr and іmрrоvе your quality of lіfе. Thіnk of іt thіѕ wау: уоu'rе wоrkіng on being уоur оwn реrѕоnаl cheerleader іnѕtеаd of уоur оwn wоrѕt еnеmу!
Thіѕ ѕоundѕ vеrу сlісhé, but it's so truе. Mоѕt of uѕ find іt hаrd to fоrm a ѕіnсеrе ѕmіlе uроn mаkіng eye contact wіth someone. Maybe wе gіvе a quісk nоd оr "hеllо", but thеrе іѕ a grеаt deal оf роwеr in оffеrіng a genuine smile.
You will make someone's day аnd this will make you feel better as well. Making ѕоmеоnе happier, еvеn іf іt'ѕ tеmроrаrу, wіll hаvе a рrоfоund еffесt оn оur оwn hарріnеѕѕ.
Dо something соnѕіѕtеntlу еnоugh, аnd уоu'll ѕее results. Thіѕ іѕ why уоu ѕhоuld always wоrk оn аdорtіng new dаіlу rituals, ѕuсh аѕ ѕtrеtсhіng, spending tіmе оn уоur hobbies, аnd wоrkіng оn your positive thoughts. Alwауѕ wоrk tоwаrdѕ іmрrоvіng yourself tо be a healthier, hарріеr уоu!


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Thailand News | Hotels in the protest areas reduce rates in an attempt to lure protestors into their rooms
Hotels in the protest areas reduce rates in an attempt to lure protestors into their rooms
Hotels around the demonstrations in Bangkok have launched promotions and discounts in a hope of attracting protestors to compensate for their loss of income during the "Bangkok shutdown".
The Centara Hotels group has reduced the room rates in all four of their hotels from around five thousand baht a night to three thousand one hundred including breakfast.
Novotel Bangkok Siam Square is offering a special discount price of two thousand two hundred baht a night for a room for the night and one thousand five hundred for daytime use of their rooms until 6pm.
Twin Towers Hotel
Chairwoman for public relations at the Thai Hotels Association, who is also executive assistant manager of sales and marketing at the Twin Towers Hotel Supawan Tanomkieatipume said that many hotel operators, especially near rally sites such as Pathumwan, had adjusted their business strategies and are doing their best to cut costs during this time The Twin Towers Hotel in Pathumwan has been cutting its temporary staff in catering area and have laid off around twenty people, however the permanent staff of 400 has been maintained as per normal.
"We normally have occupancy rates of 70-80 per cent on average in the first quarter. However, it has plunged to between 40 and 60 per cent currently. We expect to lose between 10-20 per cent in sales opportunities per month if the Bangkok shutdown is prolonged.
"The hotel industry will enter the low season in the second quarter, so attractive promotions to lure Thai customers should be a necessity at this time of political difficulty. This is to compensate for a significant drop in foreign tourists," Supawan said.
Despite the woes of some Bangkok hotels, however, the Kingdom's overall tourism industry has not suffered too badly since the shutdown started on Monday, the Tourism Authority of Thailand revealed. This is evidenced by a continuing flow of foreign arrivals, especially to major provinces.
In the first two weeks of January, foreign arrivals at Suvarnabhumi International Airport dropped by 2.58 per cent to 604,189 compared with the same period last year, but those at Don Meuang International Airport actually grew by 4.77 per cent to 71,907, thanks to low-cost carriers. In the period from January 1-12, foreign arrivals at Phuket International Airport also grew, by 12.06 per cent to 124,246 year on year.
However, there is no guarantee this trend will continue if the political conflict gets worse with the onset of violence between the anti- and pro-government sides.
Sugree Sithivanich, deputy governor for marketing communications at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, said travellers from Hong Kong were the most worrying group. About 40 per cent of tour packages for Chinese New Year from that city have reportedly been cancelled.
As for mainland Chinese, they have changed their trips to avoid protest-hit Bangkok, heading to Pattaya, Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai instead.
Hong Kong has also maintained its travel warning on Thailand at Level 4 (the second-highest), "reconsider your need to travel".
Interestingly, some Chinese have chosen to travel by car from southern locations such as Kunming and Chengdu to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai or Phitsanulok.
The flow of Russian and European tourists is stable. Europeans have continued heading to beach resorts in the south on direct flights from their home nations and also via Bangkok. As for Russians, they are avoiding Bangkok and heading to Pattaya, Phuket or Krabi
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So who is going to win out in the incumbents versus neobanks battle?
The next big wave of innovation in financial services will be driven by incumbents starting with a blank canvas. That is the conclusion of Oliver Wyman's 2019 State of Financial Services report titled "Time to Start Again". The report finds that financial institutions can out-innovate fintechs through what it terms a greenfield approach.
This is where existing firms break free from the constraints of their legacy systems, business and talent models. It is based on new subsidiaries, new technology, and new customer solutions.
"For an industry whose product – the movement and storage of money – is electronic, the processes are still far too manually intensive" says Ted Moynihan, Managing Partner and Global Head, Financial Services, Oliver Wyman.
Examples are beginning to be rolled out. RBS Group will soon launch Bó. This is a greenfield digital offering, built with new technology in under 12 months. National Australia Bank has had success with QuickBiz, a fully digital unsecured lending solution.
German insurer ERGO has built Nexible as a challenger to its existing auto-insurance business. Goldman Sachs launched Marcus in the US and Europe, allowing it to enter consumer banking.
As RBI notes last October, RBS faces major challenge to make Bó a winner.
Bó will have to go head to head with the increasing number of digital only brands.
This group includes such as Monzo, Starling, Tandem and N26.
A number of banks such as BBVA have invested in existing digital start-ups such as Bank Simple and Atom in the UK.
Many incumbents have tried to tap into the growth in digital banking with the launch of a digital sub-brand. Few have enjoyed the success of the original sub-brand in the modern age, first direct.
Winners include DBS' Digibank. Digibank launched in India in 2016 with the target of attracting 5 million customers. By May 2017 digibank had grown customer numbers to more than 1.2 million. Today that number has grown to over 2 million.
Another winner is Emirates NBD with its Liv sub-brand launched in the UAE in May 2017. Since then Liv has been acquiring over 10,000 new customers every month. More than five in six Liv customers are millennials and new to Emirates NBD.
And then there is BNP Paribas and its Hello sub-brand rolled out in 2013. It now operates in France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Austria and the Czech Republic with customer numbers of over 3 million.
The Oliver Wyman report highlights the success of South Korean digital bank Kakao. It attracted 6 million signups in less than a year. The report also references Chime in the US and its success in opening more than 2 million no-fee transaction accounts.
In the foreign exchange market, XTX gained 10% market share in three years, making it the second-largest player in 2018.
Some of these businesses may not yet be profitable. But over time the digital challengers and greenfield businesses will use what the report calls "flywheel momentum".
This means collecting more data, developing new propositions with that data, and attracting more talent.
Clydesdale launched its B sub-brand in May 2016. The brand is to be short-lived. The £1.7bn Clydesdale/Yorkshire takeover of Virgin Money will result in the newly enlarged group adopting a single brand strategy. The Clydesdale, Yorkshire and B brands will be dropped with the Virgin brand retained.
A bigger failure was the AXA Banque sub-brand Soon, launched in 2014.Three years later and having attracted little over 30,000 customers the brand was dropped.
Another loser is Hungary's OTP Group. It launched Touch Bank in Russia in 2015. It was a brave effort to target a market in which digital market leader Tinkoff has performed to great effect.
In its three year history Touch Bank attracted more than 200,000 customers and deposits of around $85m. OTP had targeted break even by 2019. In May 2018 OTP said that it would wind down its Touch Bank brand in Russia. Accumulated losses in its three year history were estimated at around $25m.
It remains too early to judge the success of a number of digital sub-brands. Examples include: Chase's Finn, Mashreq's Neo and Wema Bank's ALAT brand in Nigeria.
To be successful in the future, the report says that financial institutions need to have the same advantages as digital challengers. For example, the average number of customers each person in a challenger bank serves is over 2,500. This compares to 1,000 in existing banks.
Digital challengers launch new products or services in two weeks, compared to three to six months at traditional firms.
Greenfield is an attempt to deliver a customer offering to match or exceed the challengers. Using modern technology, an open platform, and third-party services, new banking and insurance platforms can be built within a year.
And, says Oliver Wyman, at a cost of between $10m and $60m. Financial services firms will hope to out-compete fintechs with greenfield platforms. They do however have the advantage of tremendous resources and an existing customer base from day one.
In the process, the new greenfield businesses will help catalyse and drive change across the organisation.
"The new will transform the old and create a better financial system overall", concludes Moynihan.


3,2,2,2,3,2,2,3,2,3,3,3,2,1,2,1,2..... Now, pop down to the Rexall & get me those 'ludes and some Pepto Bismol. I'm feelin' just a little bit strange.
Fortunately, I never knew the words to Dancing Queen and, hopefully, never will.
for hundreds of thousands of little girls world-wide dancing in front of their mirrors.
I am *still* trying to explain the Village People to my kids.
Aced it :) apart from Dancing Queen, because no ABBA , just no.
I guess I'm ready for my senior's discount now.
Missed two although probably guessed right in one of the two. And by the way, you kids get off my lawn... this was fun but know these are all stirred up in my head. Spotify here I come.
Larry, that would be "send lawyers, guns & money." Never leave out the lawyers.
Sally Houtman good luck with that.


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Tag Archives: Terror
Pyewacket stars Nicole Munoz as Leah, a teenage girl frustrated at her life after her mother decides to uproot and move out into the countryside. In an act of desperation, Leah summons a demon called Pyewacket to kill her mother, however later has a change of heart. But Pyewacket has already been summoned, and it won't go away empty handed.
Superbly crafted and dripping with tension, Pyewacket is a slow burner. Time is taken to get to know each of the characters, and to understand Leah's frustration at being separated from her friends and been taken out of her comfort zone. It also shows that if you do believe in black magic and the occult, then you really shouldn't take it lightly and should always be careful what you wish for.
Leah and her friends feel like real people, still in that moody teenager phase and treating black magic as a novelty. Leah's petulant reaction over having to move house also seems like something a typical teenager would do. Nothing ever feels cliche or run of the mill. It's refreshing to watch a horror movie that is true horror, and treats the audience with respect, rather than resorting to cheap jump scares and the like.
The final third is very impressive, and whilst the horror is stepped up, it never loses its identity and caves to typical horror tropes. The ending will be talked about for a long time. A horror movie that is genuine terror all the way through and teaches you to never mess with things you don't understand.
filed under Drama, Film, Horror, Uncategorized
tagged as Demons, drama, DVD, film, horror, new releases, occult, Pyewacket, summoning, Terror, witchcraft, Witches
Demons 2 (1986)
I do enjoy watching these movies, however I don't find them scary at all. I find myself laughing throughout most of it as the acting is very OTT in places. Things kick off here as a girl called Sally (Coralina Cataldi-Tassoni) is having a birthday party. However she storms off into her bedroom when she finds out a person is attending that she doesn't want coming. At the same time there is a program on the television showing four people making a documentary. The four are being filmed entering a cordoned off part of the city that was infested with demons from the first movie. They inadvertently resurrect a dead demon which attacks them and chases them off. The demon returns to where the camera that's filming the documentary is and begins to walk towards it. Sally is watching the program and realises that the demon is looking at her. The demon comes through the television and possesses her which causes her to attack others.
There are others in the building that are slowly taken over, while a group barricade themselves in the parking garage, led by the bad ass Hank (Bobby Rhodes). Hank helps the others block the doors then arms himself with a double barrelled shotgun, preparing everyone for the onslaught of demons. The only ones you give a shit about are Hank and the pregnant lady and her boyfriend. Everyone else makes themselves expendable and unsympathetic because of how fucking useless they are.
This is not as gory as the first Demons movie, and to be fair, not as good either. Bobby Rhodes kicks ass again. He throws himself into the role and seems to be the only one capable of handling themselves. The effects are great in places, and laughable in others, particularly during Sally's transformation. The little demon thing that shows up later in the movie is hilarious. It looks like Gordon the Gopher on acid, (only certain people will get that reference).
There are some atmospheric scenes, like the one pictured above, and the soundtrack is as kick ass as the first movies. There are some hilariously bad deaths and unintentionally funny scenes. I don't rate it as highly as the first, not by a long shot, but it's still fairly watchable. Definitely a movie to watch with mates for a laugh.
filed under Action, Drama, Film, Foreign, Horror
tagged as blood, Bobby Rhodes, Cinema, Dario Argento, Demons 2, Evil, film, Foreign, gore, horror, Italian, Lamberto Bava, movie, Terror, Violence
My second John Carpenter review brings us to this under-looked gem from 1994. The opening credits music is quite possibly one of the most bad ass fucking pieces of music ever. It's music that seems like it belongs in a totally different movie. Check it out on YouTube and see why. Kicking things off we find John Trent (Sam Neill) being committed to a mental institution, despite protests from him that he's not crazy. Soon after Dr. Wrenn (David Warner) stops by John's padded cell to speak to him. Upon entering he finds the room, and John, covered in strange markings. John begins to tell Dr. Wrenn how he ended up in a mental institute all began when he was asked to look for a missing writer called Sutter Cane (Jurgen Prochnow).
Strange things have been happening in town and some people seem to think that it's the writings of Sutter Cane that are responsible, only he's nowhere to be found. People are being murdered and seem to be going crazy after reading the books by Cane. John Trent is asked by Cane's publisher Jackson Harglow (Charlton Heston), to track down Cane and bring him back. Trent is accompanied by Linda Styles (Julie Carmen) in tracking down Cane. The investigation into Cane's whereabouts bring John and Linda to a town called Hobbes End, which just so happens to be straight out of Cane's novels. Finding the town almost empty, John and Linda find out what has happened to Cane, and what will soon happen to the rest of the world.
Cane has been chosen to usher forth the 'Old Ones', beings that lived long before humans ever walked the Earth. However bringing them back will not bode well for humankind. This is another one of my favourite John Carpenter films. To be fair to Carpenter, the only film of his I wasn't keen on was 'Ghosts of Mars'. Yes I am one of those people who liked 'Escape From L.A.' believe it or not. This has a lot going for it too. It has a great cast, great script and brilliant direction from Carpenter. The storyline borrows some bits from H.P. Lovecraft lore which only helps the film in my opinion.
It's another one that I recommend to people when I get the chance. I know many haven't heard of it, and it is also one I will have to import from Germany if I want the blu ray. Sadly there is not even a UK release of this on DVD, so it will require importing, I'd recommend Amazon.de as your first port of call. If you haven't seen it then track it down, I think you'll like it.
filed under Drama, Film, Horror
tagged as blood, Charlton Heston, Cinema, David Warner, drama, film, gore, Guts, H.P. Lovecraft, horror, In the Mouth of Madness, John Carpenter, Jurgen Prochnow, movie, Old Ones, Sam Neill, scary, Suspense, Terror
Prince of Darkness (1987)
For hundreds of years a dark secret has been kept in a church basement in Los Angeles. After the death of a priest who was guarding it, the key to the basement is entrusted to a priest (Donald Pleasence). He goes down to the basement and finds a large vat of green liquid. The priest hires a group of physics students let by their professor Howard Birack (Victor Wong).
With the vat of liquid is also an ancient book which has been rewritten time and again, each passage warning of the return of the Devil. Through translating the book the students find that the green liquid is the very essence of the Devil himself. The area in and around the church has also attracted some strange people and other odd occurrences. A group of homeless people led by Alice Cooper no less, have congregated outside the church, resorting to murder to make sure that nobody leaves. One by one the students are snared by the evil essence leaving a small group fighting to survive.
This is one of, if not my favourite John Carpenter films. The sense of unrelenting dread that runs throughout this movie is stifling. John Carpenter creates a mood where you know something is coming and there is noting you can do to escape it. There are a few familiar faces that tend to crop up in John Carpenter's movies like Victor Wong, Dennis Dun, Donald Pleasence and Peter Jason. It is such a brilliant movie. I had to import the blu ray from Germany as the U.S version is region locked and no company as of yet has released it on blu ray, though I'm hoping Arrow Films give it a release as their stuff is always top notch.
There are some incredibly unsettling effects and heart pounding moments that make this such an awesome horror movie that I do find myself constantly revisiting. It's one of the rare horror movies that is genuinely scary, which is not a moniker you can attach to some of the shit floating around now. If you haven't seen it then definitely give it a go. If you do watch it then pop back and leave a comment, would love to hear your thoughts.
tagged as Alice Cooper, blood, Cinema, Dennis Dun, Donald Pleasence, drama, film, gore, Guts, horror, John Carpenter, movie, Peter Jason, Prince of Darkness, scary, Suspense, Terror, Victor Wong
Deep Rising (1998)
"Full scream ahead" says the tagline. Well what a scream this film is. This is one of those brilliant, schlocky, B-movie type deals. The cast is not A-list whatsoever, but everyone is on such top form that it scarcely matters. Directed by Stephen Sommers (The Mummy), Deep Rising is perfect friday night fodder for you and a few mates. It all begins with John Finnegan (Treat Williams) who is the captain of a small boat. He has been hired by a group of mercenaries led by Hanover (Wes Studi) to take them to a cruise ship in the middle of the ocean which Finnegan realises Hanover and his goons want to rob. On board the cruise ship is a thief by the name of Triilian St. James (Famke Janssen) who is trying to raid the vault and ends up trapped.
It's not long before Finnegan and Hanover realise that something has made it's home on the ship already when they get aboard to find the place in ruins. The group find that some sort of creature is aboard the ship and is feasting on the passengers. Leaving Finnegan and his crew battling the creature and Hanover's mercenaries.
This film has lots going for it. For a film that is 15yrs old, the CGI is mightily impressive. Hell I'd even go so far to say it trumps some CGI in today's movies. The supporting cast is great too. Kevin J. O'Connor is great as Joey, a member of Finnegan's crew. You have great actors like Jason Flemyng and Djimon Hounsou playing mercenaries. You also have the wonderful Anthony Heald, so adept at playing slimy characters, as the cruise ships owner Simon Canton, who knows more than he's letting on. Also the gore is pretty gnarly too. I shit you not. For a 15's movie it's pretty full on. The creature has some sort of stomach acid that helps it digest the passengers, so when one is spat up you see what the effect is.
I thoroughly enjoyed this. I stumbled across it ages ago and it still holds a place in my DVD collection today. Such a great movie that'll go nicely with a few beers and a nice pizza. If you haven't seen it then seek it out. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below too. Enjoy.
filed under Action, Film, Horror, Thriller
tagged as Action, blood, Cinema, Deep Rising, drama, Famke Janssen, film, gore, Guts, horror, Jason Flemyng, movie, Sea Monsters, Stephen Sommers, Terror, Treat Williams, Wes Studi
Angel Heart (1987)
New York, 1955. Harry Angel (Mickey Rourke) is hired by a mysterious businessman named Louis Cypher (Robert De Niro) to find a man named Johnny Favourite who reneged on a deal that he had with Cypher. Apparently Johnny Favourite has been missing for quite some time and Mr. Cypher is eager to find him and collect on his payment.
Angel's investigation takes him to the deep south where Voodoo is rife. There he meets a young lady called Epiphany Proudfoot (Lisa Bonet), who was Johnny Favourite's daughter. She too says she hasn't seen Johnny in years. As Harry Angel digs deeper, things begin to turn a lot more sinister, as Johnny Favourite's old associates want him dead, and some of them are turning up dead themselves. To say any more would spoil the story. The whole film has a sense of foreboding running throughout it, and you fear for how things will turn out.
This film is directed by the brilliant Alan Parker, who also did Bugsy Malone and one of my favourites, The Commitments. He brings a wonderful outsiders view to the city of New York, and later on in the deep south. Everything is shot with saturated colour, with just the smallest glimmer of light shining through. The script is brilliant and everyone is on top form. De Niro as Louis Cypher (Lucifer, geddit?) is menacing, I mean…really. Rourke is great as Harry Angel and shows how good he can be when his heart is really in it.
I have seen this film many times, and each time it still grips me. I remember reading that Bill Cosby lost his shit at Lisa Bonet when he saw this movie as she was doing The Cosby Show not long before. It really is worth a watch, I definitely recommend it.
filed under Drama, Film, Horror, Thriller
tagged as 80's, Alan Parker, Angel Heart, Devil, drama, film, Hell, horror, Lisa Bonet, Luicfer, Mickey Rourke, New Orelans, New York, Robert De Niro, Terror, thriller, Voodoo
The Believers (1987)
I remember stumbling across this gem whilst channel hopping late one night. It is a fantastic thriller directed by the late, great John Schlesinger (Midnight Cowboy, Marathon Man). It stars Martin Sheen as a psychiatrist called Cal Jamison who moves to New York with his young son after his wife is killed in a tragic accident. He is trying to get closer to his son and help him overcome the loss.
Dr Jamison is called in by the NYPD to assist them with the deaths of two young boys who are believed to have been killed in a voodoo ritual by a cult. As Dr Jamison digs deeper into the cult he and his son become then become their target.
Martin Sheen is always worth watching in my opinion. No matter what film he's in, he always brings his A game. Here he is magnificent as Cal Jamison, you sense the dread creeping in as he struggles to uncover those involved in the cult and find a way to battle their black magic and stop them from getting his son.
There is some fantastically skin crawling effects, particularly the scene where Cal's girlfriend Jessica Halliday (Helen Shaver) has spiders crawl from a pulsating wound in her face. The supporting cast is great too. You have Robert Loggia and Jimmy Smits as two police officers who also become the focus of the cult as they themselves are looking into the deaths of the two boys. Harris Yulin is fantastic as the slippery businessman Robert Calder who has a few skeletons in his closet.
I definitely recommend this sinister little movie to anyone. I know lots haven't heard of it, I myself was one. Now I recommend it to anyone I can. If you are looking for a decent horror/thriller to tide you over then seriously consider this.
tagged as blood, Cinema, film, gore, horror, Jimm Smits, John Schlesinger, Martin Sheen, Robert Loggia, Terror, thriller, Voodoo
I have always had a soft spot for anything starring Vincent Price, however I entered this film with some trepidation as it is directed by Roger Corman who isn't exactly renowned for his high class entertainment.
The film centres on a young man by the name of Philip Winthrop (played by Mark Damon) , who travels to the House of Usher to meet his fiancé Madeline Usher and take her back to Boston. There he is welcomed by the butler Bristol, who informs him that he cannot come in as Madeline and her brother Roderick Usher (Vincent Price) have been stricken with a mysterious illness. Philip insists the butler let's him in. Philip is then informed by Roderick that it is impossible for Madeline to leave, as there is a curse which means that when there's more than one Usher in the bloodline, they are cursed to go insane and die. What follows is a night of insanity that all will struggle to survive.
The film is based on a story by Edgar Allan Poe. The transfer itself is immaculate and credit must go to ArrowFilms&Video in this regard as they really have done well here. The acting from Vincent Price is always great, and he doesn't disappoint here. Mark Damon however is not very convincing, so perhaps it's no surprise that he now makes a living producing movies and not starring in them. Madeline played by Myrna Fahey does the best with what she's given, but it amounts to little more than screams and shrieks.
To be quite frank this film didn't really to it for me. The build up was a tad tedious and I found the payoff just didn't live up to all that went before. Still worth a watch I'd say, but not a purchase for me. The extras include a commentary with Roger Corman and Joe Dante, an interview with horror expert Jonathan Rigby and a video essay by David Cairns examining the film in relation to Poe's story. Also included are an original trailer and an interview from 1986 with Vincent Price, which has French subtitles that can't be removed as it was originally broadcast on French TV. The jewel case release has a fabulous reverseable sleeve with art by Graham Humphreys, however a lovely steelbook will also be available.
This copy of 'The Fall of The House of Usher' was graciously provided by the kind folks over at www.facebook.com/ArrowVid. You can pre-order your copy today from www.arrowfilms.co.uk
filed under Film, Horror
tagged as Arrow, Cinema, Edgar Allen Poe, film, horror, scary, Terror, Vincent Price
This film is fantastic. Let me just stress that right now. Paul WS Anderson has never, until this day, made a better movie. I don't think it's a fluke. The guy has some talent, but instead decides to waste it on the terrible Resident Evil films. Which is a shame, because here he shows a real flair for building suspense.
When a research ship called the 'Event Horizon' returns after being missing for 7 years, it's up to the crew of the Lewis & Clark to find out where it has been, and what it's brought back with it.
Event Horizon has got to be one of my favourite horror movies, if not my number 1 horror of all time. Sure people can say A Nightmare on Elm Street or Hellraiser are better, but it's all about preference. For me Event Horizon hits all the right notes. To begin with its cast is great. Laurence Fishburne and Sam Neill are awesome as Captain Miller and Dr. Weir respectively. The supporting cast of Jason Isaacs, Kathleen Quinlan, Sean Pertwee, Richard T Jones, Joley Richardson and Jack Noseworthy are all brilliant too. Nobody feels like a spare wheel, and everyone has a part to play in the telling of the story. The story itself takes its time. Leaving more to your imagination, it is a haunted house style movie that doesn't rely on jump scares. For me, real horror is something that builds up, and really gets under your skin. Now I'm not saying I don't jump at jump scares, because I do, but to me it's a cheap tactic to elicit fear. I'd rather watch something that makes me cringe and feel uncomfortable. That mentally puts me in a place I'd rather not be. That's real horror. A lot, if not all, is down to the fantastic script by Philip Eisner. He has created a ship in the Event Horizon, that takes on a life of its own, figuratively and literally. It's a character in its own right and that's something that is not easy to do. You fear the ship. You fear where it's been and where it's going to return to. That is the power of the script and how it conjures up these images in your mind, asking you to visualise these horrible things.
The film was released in 1997, and kind of flew under everyone's radar. A lot of people slated it and I really can't see why. I mean sure people are entitled to their opinion, but the level of hate this film got is quite something. Like I have said already, I just adore this movie. No horror movie has left quite an impression on me quite like this one has. The cast are on top, top form and the effects, set design and sound are just exquisite.
The gore is used sparingly, but very effectively during the movie. It never feels gratuitous, and is only there to serve the story. That's another thing I feel is missing in modern horror. It's hard now to imagine that Event Horizon is nearly 20 years old, but it's a movie I happily revisit time and time again, and so should you.
filed under Film, Horror, Sci-Fi
tagged as Action, blood, Event Horizon, Evil, Fear, film, gore, horror, Laurence Fishburne, Paul WS Anderson, Sam Neill, Sci-fi, Space, Terror, Violence
The Initiation (1984)
The Initiation was released in the later half of 1984. It was released when video stores were stuffed to the gills with cheap slasher movies and various knock-offs. The plot revolves around a young girl called Kelly, who keeps having a reoccurring nightmare about her father being stabbed and a mysterious burning man. She speaks to her teacher about it who tries to help her decipher it's meaning.
Also at this time Kelly is due to undergo an initiation ceremony to become a member of her fraternity. The ceremony involves breaking into her father's department store and stealing a uniform. Needless to say it doesn't go smoothly, leaving Kelly and her friends at the mercy of a mysterious killer.
The plot concerns other titbits including the above, but to say any more would spoil it. In terms of slasher movies it actually has a better plot than most. There are some neat little twists, and not everything is as it first appears. The ending is handled a little cackhandedly, and I found the acting of some to be a tad cringeworthy, but overall it's perfect friday night entertainment.
The only extras on the DVD are a theatrical trailer. The copy of The Initiation was graciously provided by the kind folks over at www.facebook.com/ArrowVid. You can order your copy from www.arrowfilms.co.uk right now.
tagged as 80's, Arrow, blood, Cinema, Clu Gulager, Daphne Zuniga, film, gore, horror, movie, Slasher, Terror


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Instructor and Program Manager of Aviation Maintenance Technology
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/54925
Danville, Virginia, United States
GRANTS ADMINISTRATION (Danville)
Danville Community College
Title: Instructor and Program Manager of Aviation Maintenance Technology
Agency: Danville Community College
Location: Danville - 590
FLSA: Exempt
Hiring Range: $70,000-$85,000
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.
Danville Community College is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Lead Instructor and Program Director to launch the upcoming aviation maintenance program at Danville Community College. The successful candidate will spearhead and manage the creation of this new program and exciting opportunity for our students and the Danville community. This position is a FT restricted position with state benefits. Continued employment is based on funding availability.
Duties/Functions/Tasks:
Supervise all instructors and education support staff within aviation program.
Serving as the liaison between the college and corporate partners.
Auditing all program curricula to ensure that instructors are using the most up-to-date syllabi and course materials.
Act as the college point of contact with the FAA FSDO office.
Responsible for all FAA related reporting criteria and requirements from the FAA Operations Manual.
Assist with the organization and facilitation of all Program Advisory Committee meetings.
Facilitate ongoing instructor development with educational personnel.
Provide budgetary requirements and program information as requested.
Monitor student performance on required projects to ensure proper completion and compliance with the Aviation Maintenance Technician Curriculum.
Work collaboratively with Averett University aviation program regarding space, program transferability and shared resources.
Supervise all instructors and education support staff in aviation department.
Support the college launch of the aviation program: assist with the complete program implementation plan, SWOT analysis and performance benchmarks.
Act as the campus point of contact with the FAA FSDO office.
Lead other instructors to ensure they are following FAA requirements and meeting DCC instructor responsibilities.
Associates Degree in an Aviation-related field or above, required.
2 years of Aircraft maintenance experience required
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification required
Ability to work flexible hours, including evening or weekends.
Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
Skilled at managing a budget.
Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems.
Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision making.
Ability to communicate with a diverse community of faculty, staff and students.
Skilled in written and oral communication.
Skilled in monitoring, mentoring, and evaluating subordinates.
Skilled in reviewing, interpreting, and using data to make decisions.
Skilled in developing, implementing, and communicating college policies and procedures.
Skilled in problem-solving and working effectively with administration, faculty, staff and students
Experience with the A&P certification process
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October 27th Birthdays
If you were born on October 27th, you share a birthday with these famous people:
Lara Parker is 82 (nee Mary Lamar Rickey)
American actress of TV (Angelique on Dark Shadows; One Life to Live; Capitol; Washington: Behind Closed Doors; Hawaii Five-O; Kojak), movies (Night of Dark Shadows; Save the Tiger), and author (Dark Shadows books), born October 27, 1938. (Lara Parker Fan Photo: by Permission of Lara Parker)
John Cleese is 81
English comedian, screenwriter, and actor of movies (Monty Python and the Holy Grail, A Fish Called Wanda; Harry Potter films; Die Another Day), and television (Fawlty Towers; Monty Python's Flying Circus; Hold the Sunset; Will & Grace), born October 27, 1939. (John Cleese 1989 Photo: Alan Light)
Lee Greenwood is 78 (nee Melvin Lee Greenwood)
American country music songwriter & singer (God Bless the USA; Somebody's Gonna Love You; Going, Going, Gone; Dixie Road; I Don't Mind the Thorns [If You're the Rose]); Mornin' Ride; Someone), born October 27, 1942. (Lee Greenwood 2010s Photo: Courtesy of Lee Greenwood)
J. A. Jance is 76 (nee Judith Ann Jance)
American novelist, author of J. P. Beaumont, Sheriff Joanna Brady, Walker Family, and Ali Reynolds mystery series (Partner in Crime; Fire and Ice; Desert Heat; Devil's Claw; Web of Evil; Until Proven Guilty; Dead to Rights; Hour of the Hunter), born October 27, 1944. (J. A Jance Photo: Courtesy J. A. Jance)
Ivan Reitman is 74
Czechoslovakian-Canadian screenwriter, producer and director of TV & films (Ghostbusters; Legal Eagles; Meatballs; Twins; Stripes; Kindergarten Cop; Animal House; Beethoven; Road Trip; Dave; Hitchcock; Up in the Air; Mummies Alive!; Delta House) born October 27, 1946. (Ivan Reitman 2006 Photo: GabboT)
Fran Lebowitz is 70 (nee Frances Ann Lebowitz)
American public speaker, columnist (Interview; Mademoiselle), and author (Metropolitan Life; Social Studies; Mr. Chas and Lisa Sue Meet the Pandas; The Fran Lebowitz Reader), born October 27, 1950. (Fran Lebowitz 2010 Photo: David Shankbone)
Jayne Kennedy is 69 (nee Jayne Harrison)
American model & spokeswoman (Ebony; Playboy; Butterick Patterns; Coca-Cola; Revlon), The NFL Today studio analyst, actress of movies and TV (The Love Boat; CHiPs; Benson; Trapper John, M.D.; Wonder Woman; The Rockford Files), born October 27, 1951. (Jayne Kennedy 1979 Photo: Nick Allen)
Roberto Benigni is 68
Academy Award-winning Italian film screenwriter, director, and actor (Life is Beautiful; To Rome With Love; The Monster; Johnny Stecchino; Coffee and Cigarettes; Nothing Left to Do But Cry; Pinocchio; Son of the Pink Panther) born October 27, 1952. (Roberto Benigni 1998 Photo: Georges Biard)
Peter Firth is 67
English audiobook narrator, actor of stage, movies (Joseph Andrews; The Hunt for Red October; Pearl Harbor; Equus; Northanger Abbey; Amistad; Diamonds on Wheels; Tess; Mighty Joe Young), and TV (Harry Pearce on MI-5 / Spooks; Victoria), born October 27, 1953. (Peter Firth 2009 Photo: Damien Everett)
Robert Picardo is 67
American actor of TV (The Doctor on Star Trek: Voyager; Dr. Dick Richard on China Beach; Richard on Stargate: Atlantis & Stargate SG-1; The Wonder Years; Alice; L. A. Law;) and movies (Until Morning; Gremlins 2: The New Batch), born October 27, 1953. (Robert Picardo 2011 Photo: Gage Skidmore)
Simon Le Bon is 62
British songwriter and lead singer of Duran Duran (Hungry Like the Wolf; A View to a Kill; The Reflex; Union of the Snake; The Wild Boys; Is There Something I Should Know?; Notorious; I Don't Want Your Love; Rio), born October 27, 1958. (Simon Le Bon 1984 Photo: Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous)
(Campfire Under the Stars, Joshua Tree National Park, California: Douglas Koster via Unsplash)
Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating their birthday on October 27th!
Nanette Fabray (nee Ruby Bernadette Nanette Theresa Fabares)
Emmy & Tony Award-winning hearing-impaired American singer-dancer & actress of TV (Grandma Romano on One Day at a Time; The Hollywood Squares; The Mary Tyler Moore Show; Coach; Hotel) and movies (The Band Wagon) (born Oct. 27, 1920– died Feb. 22, 2018; age 97). Nanette Fabray died of natural causes. (Nanette Fabray 1970 Cockeyed Cowboys of Calico County)
Ruby Dee (nee Ruby Ann Wallace)
Grammy & Emmy Award-winning American actress of movies (A Raisin in the Sun, Roots, The Jackie Robinson Story; American Gangster; A Simple Wish; Buck and the Preacher; Take a Giant Step), TV (Peyton Place; Guiding Light; Ossie and Ruby!), and civil rights activist (born Oct. 27, 1922 – died June 11, 2014; age 91). Ruby Dee died of natural causes. (Ruby Dee 1974 It's Good to Be Alive)
Leif Erickson (nee William Wycliffe Andersonn)
American WWII Navy combat photographer, singer-actor of TV (Big John Cannon on The High Chaparral; Bonanza; The Virginian; Daniel Boone) and movies (Drift Fence; Tea and Sympathy; The Carpetbaggers; Roustabout; I Saw What You Did; Show Boat; The Snake Pit) (born Oct. 27, 1911 – died Jan. 29, 1986; age 74). Leif Erickson died of cancer. (Leif Erickson 1936 College Holiday)
American actor of TV (Russ Matthews on Another World; Tony Monroe on Where the Heart Is; Alistair Crane on Passions; Ed Bartowsky on One Life to Live; Teddy Malcolm on Ryan's Hope) and movies (Up the MacGregors; Wicked, Wicked; In a Pig's Eye; Above the Rim) (born Oct. 27, 1933 – died Nov. 25, 2004; age 71). David Bailey died by drowning in his pool at home. (David Bailey 1972 Photo)
Harry Saltzman (nee Herschel Saltzman)
Canadian theatre and movie producer of James Bond (Dr. No; Goldfinger; Thunderball; The Man with the Golden Gun; Live and Let Die; You Only Live Twice), Harry Palmer (The Ipcress File; Funeral in Berlin), and other films (Battle of Britain; Nijinsky) (born Oct. 27, 1915 – died Sept. 28, 1994; age 78). Harry Saltzman died of a heart attack. (Harry Saltzman c. 1980s Photo)
Jack Carson (nee John Elmer Carson)
Canadian-American movie actor (Arsenic and Old Lace; A Star is Born; Romance on the High Seas; Wings for the Eagle; Gentleman Jim; The Strawberry Blonde; The Male Animal; Larceny, Inc.; Mildred Pierce; My Dream is Yours; Cat on a Hot Tin Roof) (born Oct. 27, 1910 – died Jan. 2, 1963; age 52). Jack Carson died of stomach cancer. (Jack Carson 1945 Mildred Pierce Trailer)
Carrie Snodgress (nee Caroline Snodgress)
American movie actress (Diary of a Mad Housewife; Rabbit, Run; The Fury; Murphy's Law; 8 Seconds; White Man's Burden; Blueberry Hill; The Attic; Homework; Trick or Treats; A Night in Heaven; Pale Rider; Chill Factor) (born Oct. 27, 1945 – died Apr. 1, 2004; age 58). Carrie Snodgress died of liver and heart failure. (Carrie Snodgress 1970 Diary of a Mad Housewife)
Charles Horvath
American stuntman & character actor of TV (Daniel Boone; The Big Valley; Branded; The Untouchables; Wagon Train; Bonanza; Adventures in Paradise; I Spy; Get Smart; The Andy Griffith Show; Batman) and movies (Aladdin and His Lamp) (born Oct. 27, 1920 – died July 23, 1978; age 57). Cause of death for Charles Horvath is unknown. (Charles Horvath 1958 Zane Grey Theater)
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LOGAN BATES was born in New Jersey around 1858 to Micijah and Emeline Bates. Micijah Bates worked as a ferry boat pilot for the West Jersey Ferry and when it changed hands, the Market Street Ferry, until his passing, around 1889. The Bates family was living in Camden by 1870. The 1878 City Directory shows the Bates family at 435 South 5th Street, and they were still at that location when the census was taken in 1880. Logan Bates appears to have been named after Logan Alcott, who lived next door to the Bates family in the 1860s and 1870s. Logan Alcott and Micijah Bates had married sisters, Elizabeth and Emeline Bodine. Logan Bates younger brother, George W. Bates, was an original member of the Camden Fire Department
Logan Bates was still living at 435 South 5th Street when, on April 5, 1882 he was appointed to the Camden Fire Department to serve as an extra man with the Hook & Ladder Company, replacing Joseph Minnett. Logan Bates served with the Fire Department for two years, then was replaced by Amedee Middleton. He returned to service about two years later, and was still serving with the Camden Fire Department as late as July of 1890.
Logan Bates and his father are both listed at 574 Berkley Street in the 1883-1884 Camden City Directory. The 1884-1885 edition shows Logan Bates at 506 Berkley Street and his father at 502 Berkley Street. Both are listed in the 1885 Directory at 419 South 5th Street. The 1887-1888 edition shows them at 438 Berkley Street. By the following year they both had moved to 416 South 5th Street.
By the time the 1890-1891 City Directory was compiled, Logan Bates had moved to 507 Benson Street, and he was still listed there in 1892. He married his wife Susan in 1892. Logan Bates is not listed in the 1893-1894 Directory, but reappears in the 1894-1895 edition at 520 Benson Street. The 1896 and 1897 Directories show Logan Bates at 557 Mickle Street. He was at 422 Broadway in the 1898 edition, and at 632 Berkley Street in the 1899 edition.
Logan and Susan Bates appear in the 1910 Census, boarding at 532 South 5th Street. Also boarding there was his cousin Charles Alcott, who Logan Bates had known since boyhood. Logan bates was then working as a ferry boat pilot, according to the census records. He was still in that line of work in 1914. That year's Directory shows Logan and Susan Bates at 636 Berkley Street. Logan and Susan Bates and Charles Alcott all resided at 440 South 5th Street when the Census was taken in July of 1918. The 1924 and 1927 City Directories show Logan Bates at 526 South 5th Street. Logan Bates does not appear in the 1929 City Directory or the 1930 Census, and it appears that he had passed away..
Philadelphia Inquirer * April 7, 1882
G. Rudolph Tenner
James McCracken
Daniel Bromley - John S. Kelly
Michael McCaffery
James H. Brown
Thomas McKenna
James Shinn - Smith Moore
William Irelan
William Bassett
John Hill - James Read
Robert Miller - William Marsh
George Moffett - John J. Logan
Isaac M. Shreve - Samuel Welsh
Lewis Ferrell - Logan Bates
Isaac Collings - Harry Miles
John W. Elliott - William Turner
Charles Holl - John J. Hibbs
John Seybold - James H. McCann
Edward Swope - William Suders
Philadelphia Inquirer - November 24, 1898
Samuel Hufty - Harry C. Kramer - George W. Jessup - Aaron Ward - Frank H. Burdsall - Chestnut Street
Lewis C. Mohrman - Wright Cox - Logan Bates - Charles P. Sayrs -Thaddeus P. Varney


Discussion in 'General Banter' started by MAURICE THE MARTIAN, Mar 13, 2014.
But then I suppose we all feel that way about our Zeds.
Looks like a nice peaceful place.
I really like the last picture of the car with the bridge and the valley beyond. Reminds me of Pennsylvania or the Delaware water gap.
I do remember a movie made of the bomb used for the dams. Those towers looked so familiar.
Agree Mozza, your Zed really looks the part. Are they 19" rims on it. They look much bigger than the 18s on mine???
Amazing back drop, envious of you living so near to such idyllic scenery!!!
Yeh days like these make us both realise how lucky we are to be able to enjoy life.
The rims are Billz old cast offs ,lol. 18 in I think cades tyrus.
Ha when I first saw the title of this thread I thought mozza's been on the fruit juice again and admiring himself in the mirror but I have to agree your zed is looking might fine moz love it with those wheels.
Been lost in the wilderness , hearing voices in me head agin , but the medications workin now, all those thoughts are banished.
Sure is a purrty thang!
Hey Moz was that a Yorkshire accent I heard creeping in tode love?