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Robert Alan Surrey (Part 3)
(PHOTO: courtesy of Mark Bridger and his Dealey Plaza Echo). In my last blog post, I covered the first section of questions in the WC testimony of Robert Alan Surrey, given on June 16, 1964 in Washington DC, attended by Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl Warren, Senator John Cooper, Congressman Hale Boggs, and attorneys J. Lee Rankin and Albert Jenner. The main purpose of those questions was to get to the truth about the famous handbill, WANTED FOR TREASON: JFK, which had circulated in Dallas on November 22, 1963. Surrey responded by pleading the 5th Amendment 27 times.
In this blog post, I'll summarize most of the second section of WC questions to Robert Surrey, which is about the circumstances regarding the April 10, 1963 shooting at Ex-General Edwin Walker at his home in Dallas. I found most of these questions to be irrelevant. Where the questions seem relevant in my opinion, I'll include some of Surrey's WC testimony almost verbatim (mainly avoiding repetition, superfluity and preliminaries). Let's begin.
Attorney Jenner asked Robert Alan Surrey 75 irrelevant questions about the floor-plan of General Walker's home and the layout of his neighborhood. The reason for this long excursion was not stated. Perhaps Jenner hoped to wear Surrey down. If so, then it didn't work. Surrey answered all of these questions calmly and accurately. More likely, Jenner sought to show that Surrey knew Walker's home like the back of his hand, because Surrey practically lived at Walker's home. Surrey kept his business office at Walker's home and was practically inseparable from Ex-General Edwin Walker. If Jenner sought to show the extremely close connection between Surrey and Walker, then it worked.
Next, Attorney Jenner asked Surrey about the famous photograph of a 1957 Chevy outside of Walker's residence, where somebody had blacked out the rear license plate (CE 1005). Surrey guessed that Charles Klihr was the vehicle owner. Klihr was one of the many volunteers at General Walker's home, and Surrey had often seen his car in Walker's driveway. Surrey had no idea about who had blacked out that license plate (though the WC members probably knew that the FBI had blacked it out as SOP). If Jenner was trying to trip Surrey up, it didn't work.
Next, Attorney Jenner asked Surrey another 61 irrelevant questions about the validity of WC Exhibits 1006 through 1012, which are photographs of Walker's home after the April 10, 1963 shooting. Surrey patiently confirmed the validity of all of them. Jenner by this exercise perhaps showed that Surrey was intimately familiar with every square inch of Walker's environment in 1963.
Next, Attorney Jenner questioned Surrey directly about the April 10, 1963 shooting at General Walker by someone who might have been Lee Harvey Oswald. This is very interesting to me, so I'll reproduce most of that testimony here. (I note in passing that Surrey's own son, David, later contradicted key aspects of this testimony. I'll return to David Surrey during my interpretation of Robert Alan Surrey's WC testimony.) Let's examine Surrey's WC testimony at this point.
Mr. JENNER: Were you at General Walker's home the evening of the attempt on his life?
Mr. SURREY: Yes – after the shot. I was not there at the time.
Mr. JENNER: How soon after the shot were you there?
Mr. SURREY: About 15 minutes. General Walker called me on the telephone at my home immediately, so I immediately drove over there.
Mr. JENNER: How far did you live from General Walker's home?
Mr. SURREY: About 2 miles. I have a 1961 Ford convertible which I drove to his home between 9 PM and 9:30 PM on April 10th, 1963. It was dark outside. When I arrived, Dallas Police were already there.
Mr. JENNER: Where did General Walker tell you that he was at the moment of the shooting?
Mr. SURREY: He told me that he was seated at his desk on the first floor, at his desk, across from the rear window. (His front door is to the south. His back door is to the north.) His back was to the rear window as he faced west.
Mr. JENNER: Tell us what General Walker told you about how it occurred.
Mr. SURREY: I walked in from the south, through the front door, and past the so-called hallway which is really through glass doors. There were several Dallas Police standing around in various areas. I walked into the room where General Walker's desk is located.
Mr. JENNER: The wall of which on that side appears shown on CE 1008?
Mr. SURREY: Correct. The General was sitting at his desk when I arrived. He was facing west and talking to a policeman in uniform. I asked, "What's going on?" And he pointed to this hole in the wall.
Mr. JENNER: Shown on CE 1008?
Mr. SURREY: Yes. And I made a joke – I said, "Oh, you found a bug!" It was a common joke around the General's house that there may be hidden microphones. Anyway, he said: "No; I have been shot at," pointing to a hole in the window. And then a policeman asked him a question, and I noticed that General Walker's right forearm was bleeding a little bit in four or five places.
Mr. JENNER: How was he dressed?
Mr. SURREY: In a dress shirt – not a sport shirt – and slacks. No tie. No uniform. Long sleeves rolled up. He said, "The jacket of the bullet must have come apart when it went through the window." And he brushed plaster from this wall out of his thick, dark brown hair.
Mr. JENNER: Now, that bullet hole is how high from the floor? I am showing you now CE 1009.
Mr. SURREY: The police and I measured it – it is between 4 and 4.5 feet high. General Walker was about 18 inches from the wall. The desk was right up against the wall, and he was seated in the middle of the desk. That's how he got the plaster in his hair.
Mr. JENNER: All right. Proceed, sir.
Mr. SURREY: So, I looked at his arm, and there was a piece of metal in it, and I went upstairs and found some first aid equipment and tweezers and came back downstairs and picked that piece of metal and two others out of his right forearm. I gave those metal pieces to the police.
Mr. JENNER: All right. Go ahead, sir.
Mr. SURREY: The police questioned the General and me for a couple of minutes. One of the policemen told us that the bullet went clean through the wall and that he found it laying on the packages in the other room. So, I looked around the separation there to see the exit hole. I saw books stacked on packages as in CE 1009. I myself saw no bullet. I don't recall General Walker saying anything about the bullet at the time.
Mr. JENNER: Did you go into the room?
Mr. SURREY: No, I didn't go into the room. After that, one policeman and I went out in the back yard and looked around. But it was too dark at the time, so the policeman said, "We'll come back in the morning." Then, General Walker began getting phone calls from newspaper men, and they started appearing at the door.
Mr. JENNER: After looking around, you say newspapermen began to come and interview General Walker?
Mr. SURREY: Yes, in my presence and in the presence of the policemen. I stayed at General Walker's home all night. I heard General Walker being interviewed. He said – in summary – "I was seated at my desk working on my income tax, when somebody took a shot at me. That is the closest I have ever been missed in 30 years of military service."
This was what Surrey was willing to tell the WC in June 1964. (As we will see in my next blog post, his 13-year-old son, David Surrey, remembered that night very differently.)
Next, Attorney Jenner asked Robert Alan Surrey about a police report that Surrey had filed with the Dallas Police on April 8, 1963, two days before the Walker shooting. Walker was still traveling back from his cross-country "Midnight Ride" tour with segregationist Reverend Billy James Hargis, which they had started in late February 1963.
From February through April 1963, Surrey worked every weekday at Walker's home along with Walker's secretary, Julia Knecht.
During Walker's right-wing speaking tour, some national newspapers covered the tour, which was mainly a verbal attack on the NAACP, the United Nations and the White House. Several of Walker's enemies had followed that news, and evidently two of those enemies went spying around Walker's house while Walker was away. Surrey saw them and gave chase. Let's review some of that WC testimony.
Mr. JENNER: Tell the Commission what led up to…this incident…
Mr. SURREY: I was coming from my home, came down Turtle Creek Boulevard passed in front of the General's house, and took a right-hand turn on Avondale, to come up to the alley. This is the normal route into the parking area behind the General's house. I noticed a car parked about 20 yards away. Then I saw two men around the house peeking in windows and so forth. I reported this to the General the following morning, and he reported it to the Police on Tuesday. Then, it was Wednesday night that he was shot at.
Mr. JENNER: Was either of the men that you saw in that automobile on April 8, to your present recollection, was Lee Harvey Oswald?
Mr. SURREY: I don't believe either of them was.
Mr. JENNER: …You have never seen either of the two men you have mentioned before or since the occasion you saw that automobile with the two men in it on the evening of April 8, 1963?
Mr. SURREY: Not to my knowledge. I never got very close to them.
Mr. JENNER: What kind of an automobile was it, do you know?
Mr. SURREY: It was a new, Ford, four-door sedan. It was either a dark brown or maroon. I never saw that automobile before or since.
Mr. JENNER: You followed it awhile and then gave up the chase?
Mr. SURREY: Yes. They made a turn which would indicate they were doubling back – and I thought perhaps I had been spotted in my convertible, so I left them there.
I note here that Chief Justice Earl Warren expressed some impatience with this line of questioning, and some skepticism regarding the usefulness of this testimony. He urged Jenner to move on from this line.
Then, Attorney Jenner asked Robert Alan Surrey a dozen questions about photographs of the alley behind General Walker's house, which joins Walkers backyard with a Mormon Church on the other side of the alley. The three photographs were CE 997, CE 1016 and CE 1017. Surrey verified that the photographs were accurate in his experience.
Next, Jenner questioned Surrey about a 13-year old next-door neighbor of General Walker, namely, Walter Kirk Coleman. Surrey did not know him except for reading in FBI files that Coleman had spotted some automobiles quickly leaving the scene of the Walker shooting. Surrey did not think much of the opinion of this young boy. The Mormon Church behind Walker's house was just dispersing at that hour, so it is possible that Kirk Coleman saw nothing very important at all.
To complete the WC testimony of Robert Alan Surrey, the CHAIRMAN of the Warren Commission, Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl Warren, asked him a few brief questions about Radical Right misbehavior in Dallas on earlier occasions.
The CHAIRMAN: Mr. Surrey, I would like to ask you if you were present at the time (October 24, 1963) that there was the demonstration against Ambassador Adlai Stevenson?
Mr. SURREY: No; I was not.
The CHAIRMAN: Did you have anything to do with that demonstration?
Mr. SURREY: No, sir.
The CHAIRMAN: Were you present at the demonstration against then Vice President LBJ in Dallas?
The CHAIRMAN: Did you have anything to do with that?
The CHAIRMAN: That will be all, Mr. Surrey. You may be excused now.
The Warren Commission adjourned at 12:20 PM. Surrey had been questioned for about two hours. He was not questioned again by the WC. In my next blog post I'll offer my interpretation of Surrey's WC testimony.


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Police investigating death of St. Paul man attacked at Checkerboard Pizza
Submitted by jholub on Mon, 08/25/2014 - 4:18pm
St. Paul Police confirmed today that they're investigating the death of 34-year-old Nicholas James Keilen of St. Paul.
Keilen died over the weekend and police were notified of the man's death Monday morning.
Police are investigating a June 5 attack that apparently left Keilen with severe brain and organ damage.
St. Paul Police spokesperson Howie Padilla confirmed that between 10 p.m. on Thursday, June 5 and 1 a.m. on Friday, June 6, Keilen was assaulted at Checkerboard Pizza, 992 Arcade St.
Keilen was hospitalized following the attack, Padilla said.
Due to the hospitalization, "police had been unable to speak directly with the victim," he added.
Padilla said police are "working with the medical examiner's office to determine the cause of his death."
Police are waiting for the medical examiner's office before any connection between the assault and the man's death is made.
Keilen's father, Gerhard Keilen, said he was unable to comment on the incident at this time -- he said police asked him not to speak on the matter, as the investigation is ongoing.
According to a Facebook post from a friend or family member, Keilen suffered brain and organ damage following the attack.
Staff at Checkerboard Pizza could not be reached for comment.
Police encourage anyone with additional information about the incident to call in tips to 651-266-5650.
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ASUNCION – Paraguay's President Horacio Cartes has sacked the interior minister and the police chief following the killing of a young opposition party leader and violent clashes sparked by a secret Senate vote for a constitutional amendment to allow presidential re-election.
Dozens of people, including a police officer, were arrested Friday evening in demonstrations that saw protesters break through police lines and enter the first floor of Paraguay's legislature, setting fire to papers and furniture.
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Police used water cannon and fired rubber bullets to drive protesters away from the building while firefighters extinguished blazes inside.
In the early hours Saturday, 25-year-old Rodrigo Quintana was shot and killed at the headquarters of the Authentic Radical Liberal Party, where most of the protests took place.
His body was laid out at the headquarters of the opposition Liberal party in the capital, Asuncion.
Political leaders on Saturday paid their respects to the dead man. They condemned the killing and called for an investigation into his death.
Around 200 protesters were detained but many have since been released.
The protesters had taken to the streets following a private meeting of 25 senators – a slight majority of the house – which approved a bill to amend the constitution.
Paraguay was controlled by military ruler General Alfredo Stroessner, who seized power in a coup, from 1954 until 1989.
The current constitution, created in 1992 after the dictatorship, limits the head of state to a single five-year term.
Protesters were angered by the bill which would have allowed President Cartes' to remove the restriction and run for re-election.
President Cartes' term is due to end in 2018.
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Waldemar Jan Rajca (ur. 15 października 1954, zm. 7 lutego 2018 w Radomiu) – polski dziennikarz, publicysta, bloger, polityk i działacz społeczny.

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Był absolwentem Politechniki Świętokrzyskiej oraz Wydziału Dziennikarstwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego. Jako dziennikarz był między innymi publicystą "Przeglądu Radomskiego" oraz lokalnego tygodnika "Oko na miasto", a także redaktorem naczelnym wydawanego w latach 1995–2002 miesięcznika "Realista" oraz w 1997 redaktorem naczelnym "Czasu UPR".

Jako działacz polityczny przez wiele lat związany był z Unią Polityki Realnej (w latach 1994–2010), kierował między innymi oddziałem radomskim UPR. Bezskutecznie trzykrotnie ubiegał się o mandat poselski (w 2001, 2005 i 2007), ponadto dwukrotnie (w 2004 i 2009) z listy UPR kandydował do Europarlamentu, a także do rady miejskiej Radomia w 2006. Już jako bezpartyjny był kandydatem Ruchu Wyborców Janusza Korwin-Mikke na prezydenta Radomia w wyborach samorządowych w 2010, kandydując równocześnie do rady miasta. Od 2011 był działaczem Kongresu Nowej Prawicy, kierując jego oddziałem radomskim. W 2014 z listy KNP ponownie kandydował bez powodzenia do Parlamentu Europejskiego oraz do radomskiej rady miasta. W latach 2014–2015 pełnił funkcję asystenta Janusza Korwin-Mikkego, gdy ten został wybrany na eurodeputowanego. Następnie był asystentem innego posła do Parlamentu Europejskiego Michała Marusika – wiceprzewodniczącego frakcji Europa Narodów i Wolności w Parlamencie Europejskim. W wyborach parlamentarnych w 2015 był kandydatem KNP na senatora w okręgu numer 50, uzyskując 4243 głosy (2,37%) i zajmując ostatnie miejsce spośród 6 kandydatów. Od 2015 był członkiem Rady Głównej KNP, a od 2016 także prezesem Regionu Mazowieckiego partii.

Waldemar Rajca był także dyrektorem oddziału radomskiego Fundacji Akademia Patriotów oraz przewodniczącym Kapituły Nagrody im. Frédérica Bastiata.

W 2009 został zwycięzcą konkursu na najlepszy blog roku w kategorii bloga blogerów, organizowanego przez Onet. Został także wyróżniony w konkursie "Polski Internet" w 2010 i 2011, organizowanym przez The World Internet Fundation w kategorii Blogi. Wziął także udział w pierwszej konferencji Blog Forum Gdańsk 2010.

Pochowany 10 lutego 2018 na cmentarzu przy ul. Warszawskiej w Radomiu.

Wybrana bibliografia autorska
 Socjalizm i demokracja (Fundacja Akademia Patriotów, Wrocław, 2017; )
 W demokratycznym chaosie. Jak demoliberalizm niszczy Polskę (Capital, 2014; )
 W pajęczynie demokratycznej biurokracji (Fundacja Akademia Patriotów, Wrocław, 2017; )

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Polscy blogerzy
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Canton, Massachusetts is a great place for families to explore, relax and have fun. With a variety of activities and attractions, Canton offers something for everyone. From outdoor adventures to educational experiences, there are plenty of exciting things to do in this lively town. Here are 15 of the best activities that Canton has to offer.
1. Blue Hills Reservation
2. Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate
3. Museum of American Bird Art at Mass Audubon
4. TreeTop Adventures
5. Paul Revere Heritage Site
6. Canton Corner Historic District
7. Blue Hills Trailside Museum
8. Trillium Brewing Company
9. Ponkapoag Pond
10. Signal Hill
11. Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
12. Blue Hills Ski Area
13. Global Flight Adventures
14. Brookmeadow Country Club
15. Canton Ice House
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Blue Hills Reservation is a 7,000-acre park located in the suburbs of Massachusetts (MA). It offers visitors spectacular views of the Boston skyline and many outdoor activities including hiking, biking, swimming, fishing and skiing.
The reservation was established in 1893 by the Metropolitan Parks Commission as part of its larger network of parks throughout MA. It is home to Blue Hill Mountain which rises up to 635 feet and provides stunning panoramic views from its summit. The reservation also contains two large reservoirs – Spot Pond and Houghton's Pond – that are used for recreational activities such as boating and swimming. In addition, there are several miles of trails for hikers, bikers and equestrians. Many species of wildlife can be seen in the park including bald eagles, coyotes, foxes and white-tailed deer.
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Situated in Canton, Massachusetts, the Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate is a historic site with a long and storied history. Located just 30 miles south of Boston, the estate has served as a family home for many generations of the prominent Bradley family. Founded by Thomas Handasyd Perkins in 1786, the 2-acre estate was eventually purchased by his grandson James Thornton Bradlee in 1876. In 1929, it was passed on to his daughter Eleanor Cabot Bradley who lived there until her death in 1958.
Today, the estate serves as an educational facility open to visitors throughout the year. Guests are invited to explore its museum galleries and take part in art classes or take tours through its gardens offering breathtaking views of Massachusetts' natural beauty. The estate is also available for wedding receptions and private events such as corporate retreats and birthday parties.
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The Museum of American Bird Art at Mass Audubon is a must-see destination for art and nature enthusiasts alike. Located in Massachusetts, this museum was established to celebrate the beauty of birds through artwork and to highlight the important role that birds play in our natural environment. With both permanent and rotating exhibits, visitors are sure to find something new each time they visit.
The Museum of American Bird Art features collections from prominent artists such as Charley Harper, David Sibley, and Mark Hearld, who showcase the unique beauty of North American bird species through their artwork. Featured pieces range from detailed scientific illustrations to modern interpretations of avian life. In addition to artwork, visitors can learn about the conservation efforts taking place across the United States with interactive educational exhibits.
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TreeTop Adventures is an exciting zipline and aerial adventure park located in Massachusetts (MA), United States. It offers a variety of courses that are suitable for all ages and skill levels, ranging from beginner to advanced. The park has five different courses, each offering its own unique set of thrills and experiences. Visitors can take on zip lines, rope bridges, swings, ladders, tunnels and more as they navigate their way through the course.
The park also provides training sessions to ensure participants are safe while taking on the challenges ahead of them. Professional instructors will guide you throughout your journey with helpful tips and guidance whenever needed. TreeTop Adventure Park is an ideal location for anyone looking to experience thrilling new heights in a safe environment surrounded by nature's beauty.
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Visiting Paul Revere Heritage Site in Massachusetts (MA), United States, is an unforgettable experience. It showcases the life and legacy of the famous patriot and silversmith from colonial America. The site preserves a variety of historic landmarks, including the Paul Revere House, which is the oldest standing landmark in Boston's North End neighborhood. Visitors can explore the house to learn more about colonial history and how it shaped our nation.
Nearby attractions include Old North Church, Copp's Hill Burying Ground, USS Constitution Museum, and Bunker Hill Monument. At these sites, visitors can take a step back in time to see how revolutionary battles were fought and won. The site also offers guided tours with fascinating stories about Paul Revere's legendary midnight ride between Lexington and Concord.
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Canton Corner Historic District is located in Canton, Massachusetts and is one of the oldest townships in the United States. The area is home to a variety of historic buildings, monuments, and artifacts that date back to the early 18th century. These structures offer a glimpse into what life was like during this time period, allowing visitors to explore the rich history of this charming New England town.
The district encompasses several blocks and contains numerous architectural styles from Federalist to Greek Revival. Many of these homes have been restored over the years and are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can explore historic buildings such as Liberty Hall and Old Canton Corner Church which date back to 1790s. There are also many landmarks within walking distance such as Liberty Square Monument, Old South Meeting House (1728), and Bunker Hill Monument (1842).
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The Blue Hills Trailside Museum in Milton, Massachusetts, is a unique destination that invites visitors to discover the wonders of nature. Located just outside of Boston, this museum has been a part of MA's history since it opened its doors in 1960. The museum's mission is to promote an appreciation and understanding of the natural environment by providing educational programs and services that foster respect for the land and its inhabitants.
The Blue Hills Trailside Museum offers exhibits on local wildlife, plants, and ecosystems as well as interactive activities such as hikes, talks with experts about specific topics like birding or geology. In addition to these interactive experiences, visitors can also explore the galleries devoted to Native American culture and history from across New England. Throughout their visit guests are encouraged to spend time outdoors observing wildlife while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Milton's Blue Hills Reservation.
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For craft beer enthusiasts in Massachusetts and beyond, Trillium Brewing Company is a name to remember. Established in 2013, this family-owned and operated brewery has become a favorite for those who enjoy unique flavors and quality craft beer. Located in Canton, MA, Trillium Brewing Company stands out among the United States' most celebrated breweries thanks to its outstanding selection of award winning beers. From hoppy ales and fruity sours to dark stouts and barrel aged creations, Trillium Brewing Company offers something for everyone's taste buds. They strive to use local ingredients whenever possible as part of their mission to honor New England's agricultural heritage with every sip.
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Ponkapoag Pond is one of Massachusetts' most scenic spots. Located in the town of Canton, MA, this picturesque body of water has been a popular destination since it was formed over 400 years ago by a series of beaver dams. With its green-blue waters and tranquil surroundings, Ponkapoag Pond is an ideal spot for activities like fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking. It is also home to a diverse range of wildlife species including ducks, geese, turtles and birds such as blue herons and kingfishers.
The area around Ponkapoag Pond offers plenty to do – from hiking trails to picnic spots where visitors can take in the views as well as watch for local wildlife. There are several small islands located within the pond that provide excellent opportunities for bird watching.
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Signal Hill is a small hill located in Massachusetts (MA) that overlooks the city of Boston and its harbor. This area was once a strategic point for military communication during the Revolutionary War, and it's now a popular tourist destination. It has an elevation of 306ft, making it one of the highest points in the greater Boston area. The view from Signal Hill provides visitors with breathtaking panoramic views of downtown Boston, as well as historic sites like Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution Museum. It is also known for its unique landscape featuring rolling hills and grassy meadows.
The area around Signal Hill has been developed over time with various recreational facilities available to visitors such as walking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, and sports fields.
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Houghton's Pond Recreation Area is a popular destination located in the state of Massachusetts (MA). This beloved recreation area is located in Milton, MA and offers visitors a multitude of outdoor activities. From fishing and swimming to hiking and picnicking, Houghton's Pond provides an array of recreational opportunities for people of all ages.
This beloved family retreat has been around since the late 1800s. It was originally created as a private swimming club but eventually became part of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation. The pond itself covers over 58 acres and boasts an abundance of wildlife, including birds like ducks, geese, and herons. Visitors can also enjoy scenic views from the shore or take advantage of the many trails that wind through woods surrounding the pond. Hikers will find plenty to explore with miles of paths as well as bridges crossing streams throughout this lush environment.
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Iron Maiden have made their latest music video a tribute to video games, according to a report from The Verge. The heavy-metal band recently released their first new single in five years, from the upcoming Iron Maiden album Book of Souls, which the Inquisitr has previously reported on.
The new song, "Speed of Light" is the first single from TheBook of Souls which is set to release on September 4. The video features Iron Maiden's mascot Eddie, and gives a nod to classic video games; arcade classic Donkey Kong, side-scrolling shooters a la Contra and fighting games like Mortal Kombat, though all in Maiden's signature style.
As TechTimes reports, the video starts with a Donkey Kong tribute, featuring Eddie climbing ladders and dodging flaming televisions, before rescuing a "princess" who seems very reminiscent of Jessica Rabbit.
Next up is a side-scrolling shooter; Eddie wields a laser pistol and an axe, hack-and-slashing his way through the game to defeat an alien-like boss – Contra, anybody? Although Contra certainly wasn't the only side-scrolling video game featuring alien opponents, it's definitely the best-known.
Next up, Eddie finds himself in a fighting game, facing off against The Beast himself, which is in some ways another Iron Maiden signature; Number Of The Beast is perhaps their best-known album and song, and The Beast featured on the album cover as well. Of course, it's immediately clear that The Beast doesn't stand a chance as Eddie lays into him, finishing the fight with a genuine Mortal Kombat "Finish Him!" prompt and a rather tame decapitation.
Finally, Eddie finds himself in a modern first-person shooter, albeit wielding his axe again, and duking it out with Incan skeletons – and full-3D-rendered Eddie looks pretty good. Interestingly enough, the right-side of the screen shows a drop down menu featuring "Armour," "Sacrifice," "Documents," and "Weaponry." Eddie finds himself an M-16 and shatters a few skeletons, and then pulls out what looks to be Doom's BFG (in the words of developer id Software: "Big, uh, Freakin' Gun") and blows apart a tyrannosaur.
We won't spoil the ending, but the viewer does get to find out what that Sacrifice option is for, and Eddie solves the final puzzle in the most metal way possible.
Interestingly enough, this isn't Iron Maiden's first foray into video games; in 1999 they released a shooter called Ed Hunter. The graphics in the "Speed of Light" video are polished enough that one has to wonder if Iron Maiden isn't planning to make another foray into gaming, and decided to use their new video to tease the fans.
Regardless, if you're a fan of Iron Maiden, a fan of video games or both, you owe it to yourself to check out "Speed of Light." Not only does the song do justice to the name Iron Maiden, the video is incredibly polished and well-made.
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So here's the deal. P52 is all about taking one photo a week and sharing it. The theme Darcy chose for the week is "Things that grow." What is growing right now? My garden — I completed two plant exchanges last week. One with my scrapbooking friend Kim — plants for landscape fabric. I have the pallet and the landscape fabric, now to get the soil for this pallet garden that I pinned a while back. I think the height will keep the bunnies away from some pole beans. And while that is not growing quite yet, my other plant exchange yielded two new hostas for me. I wasn't exactly looking for more hostas, but they were given to me. They are in the ground and looking nice…because they are currently the only hostas uneaten by bunnies. Argh! Those wascally wabbits! Here is Judi and me with our hostas. I also gave her a lot of other plants. I award myself some Murphy awesome points for having two successful plant exchanges.
For the curious: my shirt reads "Save Ferris" as in Bueller.
But what is really growing is the hope inside me that my kitchen will be finished. Some day. We're closer than we were last week because the old linoleum came out today.
We have two layers of linoleum on the floor. One white layer on top of a red layer. The red layer is glued down tight, so when our dishwasher leaked, the water was kept between the two layers. This meant that black mold could thrive. The white layer and the "subfloor" below it (above the red layer) were heavy with water. Good news: there was no water damage to the actual wood subfloor. Before the white linoleum was removed, we had a feeling that the subfloor was most likely fine because we couldn't find evidence of leaking from the basement area underneath the kitchen.
The good news here is that the last hard part of this project is finished. This is why I can say that my hope is a thing that grows. Mr. TellBlast and I cleaned up the mold as best we could and removed tacks and staples as best we could.
We need the home improvement store to open now.
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I saw that pallet garden thing…wanna try that one out, too! We had hostas in our yard growing up. Those things are resilient! Though maybe not to bunnies….


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I love to explore my Intuitive Soul with the creative process in art making. Being mindful in the process of painting from start to finish brings me refreshment and restoration, as well as renewal and energy. I embrace my Intention, enjoy blissful play, let go of expectations, trust the journey in the pain, open up to authentic choice, and experience fruitful commitment and completion.
I often begin my creative process in a meditative prayer or intuitive reflection, recognizing it as a time of worship and healing, clearing and playful joy-finding. I seek Intuitive Soul Intention to help guide the process.
I have to admit. I always feel a mixture of excitement, anticipation and apprehension when I am looking at a blank canvas, getting ready to start a new project. I have learned that these emotions are all felt similarly in the body. It is only when I tap into my Intuitive Soul, the sense of knowing my deep down Intention, that I am able to discern what I am feeling and turn it into action.
It does not matter if I am painting a very detailed portrait or wildlife watercolor, or if I am playing with mixed media, acrylics, or abstract design. I always feel down deep something stirring my soul with wonder, motivating me to take the first brush stroke. I am full of ideas at that moment. A burst of colorful confidence comes forth and I make that decision to start. Intention is everything…and I want to have fun, and see beautiful colors become something on my blank canvas. I am open to what is to come.
I decide to play with acrylic inks today, watercolor paper, and washes of water and ink on the white. That feels fun, starting with warm color drops of ink in orange, red and yellow and a few drops of sap green on the blank canvas. As I drop the ink on a wet paper, I watch them turn into what looks like a splash spidering out on the wetness. Touching intuitively each other as if to affectionately say, "Let's play in the rain!" And play they do!
I stay in the moment and watch them mingle with each other. Then I spread the first layer around with my brush until I get the affect that feels bright and fitting for the background of all that is to come. I am beginning to notice, after blissful play, that I too want to play more, to have fun with this.
Let the party begin! My Intuition says, "Get out a toy to play with!" I immediately feel this energy that says this painting needs a wind spirit that can make a lot of cool squiggles and lines in bright colors. So I get my plastic straw, and wet my paper again, drop some more ink in certain areas that I am wanting to see botanical-like elements. I am noticing bliss again when I think about plantlike fingers that the ink can make if I use my very breath to move the paint around, not a brush.
Wow… now that is blissful play! So I play with the ink and straw for quite a few layers, with colors that seem to call my name, marine blue, sepia, dioxide purple, emerald green and brilliant yellow. I splatter and play and blow through the straw untill my face feels like it will blow up! Like a child…yes, like when I was a child. My Soul smiles.
As I step back to take a bit of a rest, I notice that I am beginning to think of my painting as something happening…something is formulating in my mind. But I let it dangle out there, just noticing, letting go of expectations, remembering to just have fun but let my intention be my guide again. I stop and ask, "What is this painting bringing up in me…what am I noticing and thinking about?" That again is getting in touch with my intuition.
I notice myself thinking about how the painting seems to have the color of water as well as foliage with a bright sunny background. I like this, it feels good to think that this is happening; the painting is taking some form. Then I grab it…yes, that is what it is going to be. But I am not sure how it will get there. I again let go of expectations. For a minute…anyway!
I have a choice now. Trust my intuition and the creative process, or stop and listen to my criticism. I am just scared I cannot do it, I say to myself. What do I need right now to help me move forward? I need to remember…the many times I have done what I call "rolling in the mud" when I paint a painting. I have learned from that, that I must persevere and trust the creative process, my own intuition to help me get where I need to be. I can either stop and throw this away (it is just paint and paper!) or I can push through the pain for lessons my creative soul will teach me.
I choose to persevere, and guess what…it turns to joy. My creative process mirrors life. I can do this. "So what, do it anyway!" I hear my rebellious child say.
I take that step. I begin to courageously open up to my authentic desire to make this painting into a little swatch of land with growing plants. So simple…nothing magnificent. That is all right, though, because if feels right down deep in my soul. I take the risk and believe I will know the way to go. This choice actually dictates how and where I put the ink drops now, how wet I get them, what direction I blow them in. I am painting with a straw. Wow, this is fun!
I choose also to use a brush with red and yellow ink splatters to make little flowers in the grasses. I am noticing the blessing of making something beautiful. I am very near to the end of this painting, as it is coming together for me. And I know that does not always happen so quickly! This is very nice to trust myself like this.
Just like life, if I make a commitment to something, I can move toward the finish line with more confidence and motivation. So here I go…finding some simple ways to make this little botanical painting look like something special.
And it hits me! Using my imagination, I am now in my kayak swaying back and forth up close to the river bank. I see little splashes hit the embankment, and in my mind I see them as iridescent blue, with lovely little white dots. I can tell that from the aqua ink that I dropped around the very bottom of the painting formed what looked like a bank. I took the risk and made the commitment to figure out how to bring water into this little kingdom of plants along the river bank. There. The splashes are done. I feel coolness with these blues and whites. I feel refreshment as I look at this painting.
One of the hardest things to learn as an artist is knowing when my painting is finished. Knowing when to stop is an art in itself, and also involves risk. It takes courage to be done.
Is it enough or is it too much?
Do I like it just the way it is or does it need something else?
It sure has changed since I started. Did I accomplish what I was thinking I would once I made a choice to commit?
Yes, It is done. I do not think it needs another thing. Really. That feels excellent. I usually have a really hard time with this…self-doubt. What will others say about this? It is hard to step back and look at my painting and see it the way others may see it. I know what I see, what it felt like to paint it, what I have learned from the creative process of this particular painting. I know that I like it. And what else really matters?
I learned something about my technique. I can actually make a painting without using the brush as the primary tool of design and detail. I can use the straw and my breath to make the lines go in the direction I want them to go. I am getting better at this practice, using it with greater skill. I love that.
I learned that I can paint something and finish it in a short time. I can enjoy the experience just as much, playing and refining, starting and finishing.
I learned that I can complete something beautiful and feel extremely satisfied.
I can learn to trust myself with my skill level more and more, and am willing to take risks and see what happens.
I gained more courage, confidence and joy from this painting experience because I trusted my Intuition and followed my Intention.
I learned that all these things pertain to exactly where I am in my life and soul walk. Go figure! That can involve another deeper reflection time if I choose.
If you are an artist, or want to embrace more of the creative life, I encourage you to take a blank canvas or piece of art paper, notice yourself and how you go through the creative process. Being aware of the stages of creative process, you will hold the process more lightly. Trust the brush, trust your breath and trust your Intuition.
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My intention would have to be self-love as it is something that is lacking in my life and something I am focusing on for myself; mothering and loving myself as I am.
Love your committed and your vibrant art.
What an interest post, Susan! Looking at your artmaking from your internal compass-a whole other layer of depth in the creative process and some much like you. You are a deep thinker/feeler, my friend! I'd love to hear you expand on the concept of intention and intuitive reflection. Are you visualizing your art piece? Or are you on a different plane?
Karen, by being aware mindfully of what is going on as I choose color, direction and design (even in the blowing of the straw!) I sense intuitively what is happening in the painting. I am able to even see the next layer in my mind as I am committing to the process of that previous layer. I use Intuition in my work with people so much, that it comes natural…but is a gift open to any artist or person if they will focus on a mindful presence in the process…Yes, the process of reflection is a way to allow for the painting and the creative process to help you open up to yourself!Your paintings have a lot of deep meaning behind them for you. Would love to hear more about what you discover as you reflect after and during that process. Having a little journal near by may help with that. It does with me.
Love blissful abundance….has a great visual appeal on that one!
Susan this is by far one of my favorite techniques. I love that you show us your process AND guide us through both the art and the mental elements. Your step-by-step walk through is super helpful in reminding me that it's okay to breathe through this process and to just let it happen. I so appreciate you and your style. Thanks for sharing.
I love the idea of "Breathing Through" the creative process (or any process in life…. Kiala! Thanks for sharing.
After seeing the finished painting the other day it is such a treat to be able to see it in process. So many gems and insights here. I know that "rolling in the mud" place…your right it is so helpful to remind myself I've been here before. Love the idea of taking time to formally reflect afterwards as well. Also appreciated your talking about about the challenge of knowing when something is done…those are helpful questions to ask. Thanks for this great post. Oh and one more thing (see I said there was a lot of gems here) I love that your did this almost entirely with a brush…beautiful. I can feel your playful energy and intention in it.
I appreciate your share, Jan! You certainly know how to play in your artwork and life.
Susan, this was like walking with you in your mind as you traverse the ups and downs of creating this piece of artwork. How lovely an experience to share that with you. The one thing I will take away is the idea of reflection after you finish. A wonderful way to move forward. Thank you, thank you.
Btw my fav line… Trust the brush, trust your breath and trust your Intuition.
Grace, thank you…I love that line too, say it often at my workshops. Helps us to slow down, don't you think? Getting ahead of ourselves at times can be very frustrating…in life and in our artwork. Loving the creative process as is…staying with it, trusting.
Thanks for sharing the steps of your journey. It's like I was there with you, all the way. The colors are magnificent!
I hope you feel inspired to be close to yourself each day, listening in to the gift of intuition. It will give you wisdom. Blessings!
I had forgotten what nice artwork you do. Wish I could create off the top of my head!
Hey Cindi! So nice to hear from you…thanks so much! We all can create off the top of our heads. Just pull out a box and crayons and start doodling. You will see what I mean!
LOVE this painting. I love it more every time I see it. So grateful to be able to see your process, both inside and out!
Wow, what a wonderful post. You made me feel as if I had been there with you while you created. I love the finished piece. You have inspired me to use a straw to push the paint around my page (I use an art journal) – it sounds like such fun. I will try and emulate your thought process when I do so. Also I'm new to blogging and aspire to write as well as you do – you're so talented. This blog hop has enabled me to meet so many fine ladies (and a gentleman) and for that alone I am grateful and so glad I took this journey!
IF I were to win, I would choose Passion as my intention. I want to be passionate about all I do, and for it to show in my work – both painted and written. Thank you so much for sharing.
Fiona, First of all I just love your name! I have always loved that name, sounds so perfect for an artist! Thank you for your kind words. I am also glad that you are blogging now. It is sort of new to me too! I love writing from my heart, as that keeps me connected to my passion for the blog I am writing, sort of like writing a journal! Have fun playing with straw work…breathe and play! So glad that you have connected with other artists. There is nothing like a community of like-minded folks. And what is so cool is that we are all different in our expression. So there is so much room for creativity! Like that Passion is your intention!
So wonderful to witness your process, Susan, especially that moment of the Inner Critic appearing. I just love how you took your power back and kept going. It reminded me of the retreat. Thank you for sharing your gifts. Love you, Lady!
Thanks Jen! Yes that inner critic does not have to get the best of us. And if we listen to it, we can learn more about ourselves and intervene on our behalf. This pushes our mojo button! Love that you were at the Intuitive Soul Art & Yoga Immersion Retreat this summer! I will always remember how special it was to have you there.
Just loved your meandering (intentional) down the path with this painting process. Like Fiona said I felt I was with you every step of the way. Thank you for letting the Light shine oh so strongly for yourself and for all of us!
Virginia, thanks for sharing. Your Light shines very beautifully yourself. I love to meander in creativity, don't you?
I can relate with your process so much! because It touches my spiritual side. Your process sounds like a meditation, a very complete act of contemplation and creative manifestation. Thanks for explaining it so eloquently and personal! Love your style!
It is a meditative process, isn't it? I sort of think about the cave-dwellers as they painted expressions of their lives, spirituality and all of the creation around them. I also think of the great painters who have intuited deeply spiritual images centuries ago. I am convinced that this process of creativity is something we all have access to, if we will allow it to be our guide. Thanks for sharing.
I love the experience of art-making as a sacred ritual infused with intention and unfolding on the wings of intention. I completely relate to this spirit of making things. Beautiful post and painting. I love blowing paint around with straws too. so fun!
Nicole, Your art work totally expresses this sacred ritual of creative intuition. I am grateful to see your art and it's development from that deep place within. Thank you for sharing in this lovely blog hop!
Keep on responding to your passions…art and writing. You are obviously being called into this gift of yours. Making people laugh is a way to bring joy to this world.


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Aha Launches 2.0 With A Promise Of A Release Every Friday
The platform announces Telugu Idol, Cinemapuram and a number of films like Most Eligible Bachelor, Ghani and more.
3 Nov, 2021, 9:20 am
On November 2, Aha announced the launch of a new version, Aha 2.0. The platform was initially launched in February 2020, promoted by producer Allu Aravind and My Home Group. The Telugu-only platform was started with a promise of bringing exclusive and high quality shows and films to the Telugu audience.
The Aha 2.0 platform is expected to have a makeover in its interface that makes the experience more seamless with features like user profiles, sorting of films by actors, easier login to television screens, 4k video quality, Dolby sound etc. Allu Bobby, the technical brain behind Aha said that it was the audience's feedback that led them to make these changes. He said, "We feel all your love but also listen to every negative feedback we get and try to improve ourselves. We spent months researching and surveying to get the right product out."
Allu Aravind spoke about streaming platforms and said "This is not an alternative to theatres, it is not an alternative to television. This is something else. The desire for Telugu audience's entertainment is not bound by platform and Aha 2.0 will bring superior films and shows." He went on to announce a number of films that will come to the platform like – Most Eligible Bachelor, Lakshya, Manchi Rojuluvachayi, Romantic, DJ Tillu, Anubhavinchuiraja, Pushpaka Vimanam and Ghani.
On the web shows front, Vamsi Paidipally, producer and creative mentor at Aha announced a number of shows coming up. He presented a collaboration with the US-based company Fremantle, who run music shows such as American Idol and Indian Idol. Aha will host Telugu Idol as an exclusive singing competition for Telugu people from around the world.
Actor Allu Arjun unveiled the teaser to a new show, Cinemapuram, where we only see an animated glimpse of his caravan parked outside a board that reads Cinemapuram.
Aha 2.0 promises a steady next phase with releases every Friday.


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About EU Reforms – Interview with Enrico Letta
July 13, 2017	 read
We set down with Enrico Letta, the former Italian Prime Minister, in his office at SciencesPo University, Paris, following the launch of his new book 'Through thick and thin' (published in Italian only) to discuss eurozone reform and how the EU can do better.
Former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta
TPE Is reform of the euro desirable?
Enrico Letta Reforming the euro is crucial, because the euro was built for summer, not for winter.
Winter shows us the euro's weaknesses. Some of these began to be addressed in 2012-13, with the Banking Union and the European Stability Mechanism, but after the worst moments of the crisis there was a lack of political will to finish the job. So these changes were never completed, which is why I believe we must finish off the blueprint for the euro.
Today's imbalance is less pronounced than ten years ago, when Ireland first sought financial help from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) [the first banking crisis in a Eurozone country].
What was created in 2012-13 – a partial Banking Union, and the European Stability Mechanism – under Mario Draghi [President of the European Central Bank] was very important, but not enough.
Today we see the difficult consequences born out of a lack of a real European Monetary Fund, which would mean complete the European Stability Mechanism, and a Banking Union with – crucially – a European wide deposit guarantee.
There needs to be an investment branch accompanying EU monetary policy. The Juncker Plan is this investment arm in its embryonic form, it must be fleshed out.
In my book I outline a project that I would call 'Big Europe,' which would have the European Investment Bank (EIB) at the heart, the motor, which would become just as powerful as the European Central Bank (ECB).
So Europe would be both the ECB and the EBI. Their aim would be to increase investment and budgetary discipline, as well as monetary and interest rate stability.
Without that, we will be powerless to remedy the next crisis.
I hope that after the election of Macron, and the German elections [in September], the Franco-German axis will reorient Europe in this direction. Mario Draghi is already pushing for such measures.
Mario Draghi, president of the European Central Bank
TPE You pay homage to 3 men that were active in the 80s and 90s, Helmut Kohl [former German chancellor], François Mitterand [former French president], and Jacques Delors [former president of the European Commission]. Shouldn't we judge them by the consequences of their policies? The rejection of Europe, the rise of populism, the euro crisis, increasing sovereign debt…
Enrico Letta Mr Kohl, Mr Mitterand and Mr Delors finished their work in the mid-1990s.
The problem is that we haven't continued with their same vision and execution –that is what has left the euro incomplete.
The process of the creation of the euro as a currency – which began in the 70s – was dealt a mortal blow in 2003 by France, Germany and Italy, when France and Germany crippled the Eurozone's Stability and Growth Pact [by continually flouting the spending rules], with Italy in the EU presidency willing to turn a blind eye.
For me, that's what opened the door for the Greeks to fiddle with their accounts.
Anti-IMF graffiti in Greece.
They could say 'if France, Germany and Italy don't adhere to the Stability Pact, why should we?' So 2004 not only signalled the beginning of Europe's financial woes, but also the beginning of the non-completion of the Economic and Monetary Union, as the Stability Pact was not respected.
Certain countries didn't take their responsibilities seriously, and consequently EU coordinated financial solidarity and investment never materialised.
Europe is stuck in this position and nothing has moved forward. I believe it's not the fault of the leaders, but the fault of the governments' lack of courage in the 2000s. They believed that the euro was so large a mouthful to swallow that everything else had to be put on hold.
The 2000s mentality was 'we've done the euro, now we need to digest.' But they didn't understand that they had to continue, not stop, because the world was changing. The EU was left without effective financial tools.
"There is a fatal divide between what the elites and the people think."
TPE Is there not a gap between certain elites – who refuse the idea of borders on a moral basis – and certain sections of society – who call for tighter borders? Should the elites impose themselves on the people in a democracy? Or not?
Enrico Letta A study published by Chatham House recently showed a clear divide between the 'elites' and the 'people.'
In all the big European countries, it is exactly as you say. There is a fatal divide between what the elites and the people think.
There is a real job to be done. Not only does it relate to media and the stories they tell, but it is also cultural, political and educational.
Big changes are required in each of these domains to bridge the gap. The elites can't brutally impose their will on the people, the internet makes all that impossible.
I wrote my book in reaction to Brexit and Trump's election, which are symptomatic of this gap. The rise of Macron is a positive sign that the world is moving in the right direction, but it is by no means definitive.
"The EU must work out how to make a difference to people who aren't part of the elite."
We need a European leadership that is capable of speaking to the people. This is absolutely essential.
Until now the European leadership has been able to speak to – and win over – the elites, on the left and the right, but the people have rejected them. This needs to change.
One example I give in the book is the Erasmus scheme, which is a double-edged sword. It's Europe's great success, but if we talk about it as if it were the only big success story, we arm those who say that the EU is purely for the elites. After all, Erasmus is only for university students, who will likely end up forming part of the elites.
TPE Christian Democratic thinking is widely prevalent in Italy. Do European morals not contravene the notion of restricting immigration? And what do Christian Democratic values say about defending ones own interests: borders, defence of culture, the preservation of heritage…?
Facade of St Andrew's Church at dawn. Kiev, Ukraine. © Mstyslav Chernov
Enrico Letta The EU must demonstrate that it is not currently capable of managing this enormous migration phenomenon, but that no country would be able to manage the crisis efficiently on its own.
That's the message the EU must send.
Naturally, it is a difficult message to convey when there is an influx of one million people. There are the 'normal' migration routes, but the war in Syria – which was linked to a particular concoction of factors – meant one million people coming to Europe. It was disastrous
But 'normality' will continue. Europe is shrinking, and ageing. The population of Africa will double in 30 years, and it is getting younger, so there is clearly a way forward.
Christian – and secular – values must be applied to the refugees, but they must be separated from economic migrants, who need to be subject to certain selection criteria.
We must also maintain relationships with the sender countries, or things will get worse.
The EU must demonstrate that it is not currently capable of managing this enormous migration phenomenon, but that no country would be able to manage the crisis efficiently on its own.
Irish Naval personnel from the LÉ Eithne rescuing migrants as part of Frontex's Operation Triton.
TPE Is it Europe's responsibility to take refugees in from the Middle East? Shouldn't other international actors who had a hand in the crisis not also lend a hand? The U.S, Russia, Iran, the Gulf States etc.
Enrico Letta Of course, the answer is yes.
The French version of my book perhaps sheds some light on what I think about this issue: "Building Europe in a world of brutes."
"I'm in Pisa, you're in Paris, and we're both voting for a Spaniard."
Not everyone shares the European attitude towards democracy. The 'strongmen', enforcer-type leaders are who I am referring to as 'brutes.' Should we become more like them, say 'this is the mood of our time,' and be like Erdogan? A bit of Trump here, a bit of Putin there?
No, absolutely not. We must fight to do exactly the opposite.
TPE Is Europe currently acting as a pawnbroker, where every nation state hands in a few precious items – a portion of national sovereignty – in return for money, and a bit of protection? Don't we need the EU to actively help the nation states – with, for example, a border force, or military protection – rather than just giving them money?
Enrico Letta I like the analogy very much, and I would add that what's missing is a European political space.
"A bit of Trump here, a bit of Putin there? No, absolutely not."
Now is the time to create this space. The evolution of what European nations are collaborating on means that there is a collective desire to determine how to work together.
We can't just ask our Prime Ministers or our delegates in the European Parliament (EP) to work it out. They are election by national constituencies; they operate on a national level.
I strongly believe that we must make the most of the 73 British MEPs who are due to leave the EP. Rather than redistributing them between the member states, which would turn into a bloodbath and do nothing positive for the image of the EU, these seats should be given to pan-European deputies.
European Parliament, Strasbourg.
This would mean the creation of a 28th electoral college, where we would mix the candidates and the electorates. I'm in Pisa, you're in Paris, and we're both voting for a Spaniard because of our political beliefs.
This would be a major change because it would finally bring about a Europe-wide political debate.
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POSTED BY ROBERT RENFREE | ARCHIVE | 7 AUGUST 2017
Whilst the EU General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") will be directly enforceable in the UK by 25 May 2018, it also provides for limited aspects to be governed by member state law. Alongside the GDPR, the EU's Data Protection Law Enforcement Directive ("DPLED") will also need to be incorporated into UK law by 6 May 2018.
Government Minister Matthew Hancock has confirmed that the UK's proposed Data Protection Bill "will bring the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) into UK law, helping Britain prepare for a successful Brexit". The Government has also published a "statement of intent" outlining some of the provisions that will be included in the Bill, repealing the Data Protection Act 1998. Whilst the statement outlines the main provisions, it is expected the Bill setting out further detail will be laid before Parliament after the summer break. Data Controllers will need to continue implementing their plans for GDPR compliance, whilst also monitoring any further requirements or exemptions introduced by the new UK law.
The statement indicates that:
Implementation will be "done in a way that as far as possible preserves the concepts of the Data Protection Act [1998] to ensure that the transition for all is as smooth as possible, while complying with the GDPR and DPLED in full".
The definition of personal data will be expanded to include IP addresses, internet cookies and DNA.
Stronger rules about consent for processing personal data will be introduced, including a ban on default opt-out or pre-ticked boxes, and the requirement for parents or guardians to give consent for children under 13.
Individuals will find it easier to require organisations to disclose their personal data at no charge, provided the requests are not "manifestly unfounded or excessive".
Data controllers will have to provide better information on how to access personal data.
Data portability rights will make it easier for individuals to move data between service providers.
The "right to be forgotten", will for example allow individuals to require social media platforms to delete information they posted during their childhood.
Individuals will have a greater say in decisions made about them based on automated processing or "profiling". The Bill will also introduce some qualifications to those rights.
Data controllers will have to notify the ICO without undue delay and within 72 hours of a data breach, if the breach risks the rights and freedoms of an individual. In cases where there is a high risk, they must also notify the individuals affected.
Data controllers carrying out "high risk" data processing will be obliged to carry out privacy impact assessments.
The GDPR requires the appointment of Data Protection Officers by public authorities and by data controllers whose "core activities include processing operations which are regular and systematic on a large scale or including processing special categories of personal data and data relating to criminal convictions or offences."
Where an individual is affected by an infringement of data protection rules, "it should be possible for actions to be brought on behalf of similarly affected individuals by a representative entity (e.g. ombudsman, consumer or civil society bodies)".
The ICO's powers to fine organisations for breach of data protection laws will increase from the current £500,000 limit to 4% of global turnover or €20m (£17m).
The new regime will continue to permit processing of data relating to criminal convictions and offences for relevant employment/safeguarding purposes.
The exemptions for journalism under current law will be replicated and protections for whistleblowers will also be implemented.
"The government will legislate to exercise [an] exemption in order to ensure that the UK continues to be a centre for groundbreaking research. We will ensure that research organisations and archiving services do not have to respond to subject access requests when this would seriously impair or prevent them from fulfilling their purposes. Research organisations will not have to comply with an individual's rights to rectify, restrict further processing and, object to processing where this would seriously impede their ability to complete their work, and providing that appropriate organisational safeguards are in place to keep the data secure."
There will be a range of measures to implement the DPLED for the police and other entities involved in the criminal justice system.
The Government will also legislate for a framework for processing personal data for national security purposes.
In addition to the ICO's monetary penalties and other enforcement powers under the GDPR, new criminal offences will be created:
A new offence of intentionally or recklessly re-identifying individuals from anonymised or pseudonymised data. Offenders who knowingly handle or process such data will also be guilty of an offence. The maximum penalty would be an unlimited fine.
A new offence of altering records with intent to prevent disclosure following a subject access request. The scope of the offence would apply not only to public authorities, but to all data controllers and processors. The maximum penalty would be an unlimited fine in England and Wales or a Level 5 fine in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
The existing offence of unlawfully obtaining data will be widened to capture people who retain data against the wishes of the data controller (even if they initially obtained it lawfully).
The statement also emphasises the importance of compliance with data protection law as a basis for improved cybersecurity. It concludes saying "the government will be seeking to ensure that data flows between the UK and the EU, and also appropriately between the UK and third countries and international organisations, remain uninterrupted after the UK's exit from the EU. Cooperation with the UK's law enforcement and security partners, both in Europe and beyond, will also remain a priority."
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The Noctua NH-U12P is the latest of a whole series of coolers from Noctua. This latest version with so-called greater "main board compatibility" aims to be as successful as it predecessors especially with its acclaimed quiet cooling performance. However, has this heatsink and fan combination really surpassed expectations enough to warrant claims as being on a whole new level as its manufacturers would have us believe?
The NH-U12P arrives in a fairly generic cube box styled in Noctua's usual colour scheme. Similarly, there are transparent panels enabling a sneak preview of the eagerly anticipated product although to be honest all you see is the rather ugly brown fan. Aside from the Noctua logo and a few features of the U12P, the front is comparatively plain to many of rivals which are adorned with extravagant colour schemes and other extras. Perhaps the manufactures are adhering to the phrase 'less is more'.
The back of the box is much more informative and describes all six of the features (previously listed) in quite substantial detail. Apart, from this and some explanation about the fan and how it works, the back too is relatively basic with a simple fade from red to black as the background.
Finally, the sides are covered with translations into six other languages as well as two diagrams showing the SecuFirm mounting system for both the LGA775 and AM2(+) models.
Accompanying the Noctua is, of course, the infamous installation manual as well as many different back plates to fit different types of processors; these include LGA 775, AMD AM2 & AM2+. Finally, the only other freebie is the obligatory sachet of thermal paste in this instance Noctua's NT-H1.
Once all the packaging, including the protective shaped cardboard, has been peeled away, the resultant product is literally awe-inspiring. Built like a superhero, the 120mm model is big, solid and perfectly constructed. Layer upon layer of nickel-plated fins (38 in total) are seemingly infinitely polished; truly this image is awesome – the real deal.
Four shiny metal stoppers adorn the top of the cooler as if they are the jewels in the crown. Similar to the whole design and style, the stoppers are perfectly polished and are almost mirror-like. These stoppers really help to create an extra touch to the already impressively built giant as well as having the added practical bonus of hiding the ends of the crude copper pipes.
Unlike, many other coolers in the same price band, Noctua have chosen to contain themselves from adding yet another extra in the form of their logo to accompany the stoppers. As I mentioned before, the theme of 'less is more' is evidently appreciated within this design.
Directly out of the box, the NH-P12 120mm fan is not attached. This is very simple to connect up though. Firstly, two rubber strips are stuck running parallel down the sides of the heatsink, then, two metal rods are slotted between a notch running through the heatsink and then the curved ends rest in the fan's mounting holes. The fan is then very secure with no wobble and hopefully, no vibrations during usage.
The heatpipes – located at the bottom of the cooler and as I am sure you may have guessed are also exceptionally shiny – are directly underneath the heatsink and again nickel-plated to allow them to be soldered to the fins. Also, the two clusters of pipes are situated quite far in from both sides and thus the cooler should be able to rely more heavily on system airflow to supplement the airflow produced from the main fan as there is less impedance along each edge.
The heatpipes are bent into u-shapes and clamped to a base thus two sets of four heatpipes extend from each end of the copper base.
The base of a cooler is a fairly good indicator as to how well a product has been produced – the more flat and smooth the better. The U12P was definitely shiny but not as mirror-like as its predecessor – the NH-C12P – therefore a hazy reflection is visible. Noctua could have improved upon this and left a similar to finish to the C12P which would have looked much more stylish and professional. As it is, the image left is somewhat smeared and does not really reflect the other parts of the cooler.
Installation proved to be relatively simple despite having to remove the whole motherboard in other to use the 'SecuFirm mounting system'.
Firstly, after the motherboard was removed, I screwed the back plate in the motherboard and then the mounting bars into this. After that I attached the fastening brackets into the heatsink, applied the thermal paste and finally screwed the whole thing together holding it surely in place.
All that then remained was to plug in the adapter to the motherboard – the installation process was complete.
Ambient (testing environment) temperature was 22 degrees Celsius.
We'll be comparing the Noctua NH-U12P to the Akasa AK-965. Noctua NT-H1 is the thermal paste which will be used when testing both of the coolers.
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Evidently, the results reinforce the fact that this cooler is definitely one of the best in the marketplace today. The Akasa, not a bad cooler by any stretch of the imagination, was far out-classed by the Noctua in both idle and even more so in load.
The style of the Noctua NH-U12P has certainly been carefully considered and thus the overall image of the cooler is stunning. Furthermore, the whole product is well-built with 38 fins and 4 heatpipes giving a huge potential for passive cooling and in this respect the cooler has earned its manufacturers label of being on a whole new level.
The testing results help substantiate this claim as the results from our testing showed that the NH-U12P is certainly a top performer and one of the best in the marketplace.
Finally, the combination of copper base, multiple heatpipes and many aluminium fins is certainly a well proven one used by many manufacturers and this cooler further reinforces how good this combination really is. Good job Noctua – a fine product indeed.


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