While there has not been a broad debate about Brexit in the Canadian public sphere, the prospect of the UK's withdrawal from the EU has generated considerable attention among Canadians. As a former part of the British Empire, Canada has retained close economic, political and cultural ties to the UK, and many Canadians view the UK as Canada's most important partner in Europe.
Yet Canada-UK relations have, for more than forty years, been embedded in European integration. This was recently affirmed by the conclusion of the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA). For Canada, Brexit means that its relations with the UK and its relations with the EU, which are currently firmly integrated, will have to be disentangled. This constitutes a challenge for Canadian foreign policy, and it also has the potential to reverberate in Canadian domestic politics.
The foreign policy challenge that Brexit poses for Canada is most pronounced in the economic dimension of the relationship. To be sure, trade with Europe is much less significant for Canada than trade with the United States. Yet given the aggressive and unpredictable trade policies pursued by US President Donald Trump, attempts at reducing Canada's economic dependency on the US have assumed a new urgency. Especially in the light of CETA, Europe is a primary target for Canadian trade diversification strategies. Canada and Europe also have strong investment relations, with the EU accounting for roughly one quarter of Canada's inward and outward foreign direct investment.
Brexit represents a complication in Canada's efforts to forge closer transatlantic economic ties. At present, Canada's trade and investment relationship with Europe is primarily channeled through the UK. The UK is the destination for roughly 40% of Canadian exports to the EU and accounts for around 50% of EU-bound foreign direct investment. If the UK leaves the EU customs union and single market, as the British government has proposed, CETA will cease to apply to the UK, and a new Canada-UK economic agreement will need to be negotiated. Canadian policy makers and businesses will also watch closely how the EU and the UK restructure their economic relationship, since this will affect Canadian companies that have invested in the UK to serve the EU market.
In non-economic domains of the Canada-Europe relationship, the challenge of Brexit is less immediate, but nevertheless important in the longer term. Canada-EU relations on non-economic issues are now governed by the SPA. This agreement was concluded alongside CETA at the insistence of the EU, while the Canadian government initially saw little need for complementing the economic with a political agreement. The SPA establishes a framework for a broad range of thematic and geographic dialogues, on issues ranging from climate change to scientific cooperation; it has led to a greater institutionalization of political relations between Canada and the EU.
However, the SPA does not preclude transatlantic cooperation in other settings, either bilaterally between Canada and individual EU member states, or multilaterally in other regional institutions. In the field of security policy, for example, Canada cooperates with its European partners primarily through NATO, while cooperation with the EU's Common Security and Defence Policy has only occurred on a smaller scale.
The institutional framework for non-economic cooperation is hence relatively flexible, and will be able to adapt to Brexit in incremental ways. These incremental changes could nevertheless be relevant for Canadian foreign policy. Canadian diplomats are concerned, most importantly, about losing the UK as an intermediary, and at times crucial ally, when dealing with EU institutions. (Support from the UK proved crucial, for instance, in convincing the European Commission to cut an unfavourable emissions classification of the Alberta oil sands from implementing legislation on the EU's Fuel Quality Directive.) Brexit could also complicate transatlantic cooperation in a number of specific policy fields, such as the – historically contentious – issue of fisheries in the North Atlantic.
In addition to these foreign policy challenges, Brexit also has the potential to affect Canadian politics and identities in a broader and more fundamental way. This is the case because Europe, in spite of the increasingly diverse character of Canadian society, remains an important reference point for many Canadians' perceptions of their own country – not least as a distinguishing factor from the US. In this context, one advantage of conducting a significant part of transatlantic relations through the multilateral institutions of the EU (as well as NATO) has been that potentially divisive debates within Canada about the relative importance of British and French traditions could be kept in abeyance.
With the UK as an EU member, Canada-EU relations have also been an area of consensus between the foreign policy philosophies of Canada's two main political parties, the Liberals and the Conservatives. While the Liberals ground their international policies in the concept of liberal internationalism – emphasizing multilateral institutions and respect for international law – the Conservatives are guided by a deep attachment to British traditions, and have in recent decades been strong supporters of trade liberalization. For both philosophies, good relations with the EU, as a multilateral trading power that includes the UK, are equally attractive.
Brexit has the potential to undermine this domestic consensus. This becomes evident in the ways in which leading politicians have responded to Brexit. Most Canadian policy makers accept, of course, that Canada needs to have economic and political relations with both the EU27 and the post-Brexit UK. However, they set different priorities.
Public statements by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the leader of the Liberal Party, suggest that he sees Canada more closely aligned with the EU27 than with the post-Brexit UK. In a speech to the European Parliament in Strasbourg in February 2017, Trudeau went out of his way to praise the EU as an exceptional economic and political partner. As the New York Times remarked in reporting on the speech, he "did not once mention Britain, the Commonwealth […] or the United States", a fact that the paper's correspondent interpreted as "a subtle indication, perhaps, of the reshaping of the trans-Atlantic order, and the world itself, by the political events of 2016". By contrast, as reported in the Irish Times, Trudeau used a press conference during a visit to Ireland in June 2017 to accuse the UK (and the US) of "turning inward or at least turning in a different direction" than Canada, which he described as being "exciting and open to the world in a positive, progressive way". All of this suggests that Brexit, along with the Trump Presidency, has made Canada's current government more, rather than less, appreciative of the importance of the EU as a like-minded partner on a broad range of policy files, well beyond CETA.
By contrast, the leader of the Conservative Party, Andrew Scheer, was an early advocate of Brexit. In an op-ed in the National Post published three days before the British referendum, Scheer (who was a candidate for the party leadership at the time) lamented that "British political traditions" were being undermined in their mother country. "The supremacy of Parliament", he wrote, "is increasingly being replaced by the dictates of EU bureaucrats in Brussels. The consequence is less self-determination, less local decision making and less economic dynamism." After the referendum, Scheer made a Canada-UK trade agreement one of his foreign policy priorities and even travelled to the UK with the explicit purpose of promoting the idea. Given that no meaningful force in Canadian or British politics opposes such an agreement, these statements should primarily be seen as symbolic politics, intended to demonstrate to his own base a particular closeness to "our cousins across the pond, who […] are in a moment of generational change and newfound independence", as Scheer put it in his keynote address to a conservative gathering in February 2018. By contrast, since becoming party leader, he has not made any meaningful statements on Canada-EU relations.
The positions taken by Trudeau and Scheer suggest that Brexit could result in a domestic politicization of Canada's transatlantic relationship(s), which would pit two models of Canada-Europe relations against each other. The first, which we can call EU-Europe, embraces the EU as a beacon of multilateralism and enlightened/progressive values, and hence a partner for far-reaching economic and political cooperation, while the UK is presented as an important economic partner, but with less stellar political credentials. The second, UK-Europe, is based on a perception of the UK as Canada's oldest and closest political and economic ally, tied to Canada by the Westminister system, the monarchy and perhaps a reinvigorated Commonwealth, whereas the EU is presented as a bureaucratic Moloch that one can surely do business with, but whose regulatory overreach makes it unattractive as a political partner. Such a competitive relationship between two "Europes", if it were to fully develop, would be more than a partisan feud between the Liberals and the Conservatives; it would also have repercussions for Canada's linguistic communities. EU-Europe would likely have more appeal for French Canadians, while UK-Europe would be embraced especially in English Canada.
The implications of Brexit have thus far not been thoroughly discussed in Canadian politics. Therefore, it is by no means certain that the politicization tendencies just described will develop larger political significance. There are a number of factors that might prevent a full-scale confrontation between EU-Europe and UK-Europe in Canadian public discourse. The Canadian government faces economic and political pressures to cooperate with both the EU27 and the post-Brexit UK. These pressures are amplified by US President Donald Trump's recent attacks on Canada and certain multilateral institutions (such as the G7) that Canada, the EU and the UK are all eager to protect. In addition, Liberals and Conservatives must appeal to voter groups with sympathies for both models of the transatlantic relationship. Nevertheless, the statements quoted above show that the potential for a politicization of Canada's transatlantic relationship clearly exists. Such a development should be viewed with concern; it would not only create domestic political conflict within Canada, but would also undermine the longer-term stability and predictability of Canada's relations with both the EU and the UK.
What lessons does the Canadian case hold for the Brexit negotiators within Europe? It is obvious that the political confrontation between competing conceptions of the Canada-Europe relationship would be less likely – or at least less divisive – if an amicable EU-UK relationship developed after Brexit. It would also be beneficial if EU and UK negotiators explicitly devised institutional openings for Canada (and other external partners) to opt into selected provisions of their post-Brexit relationship, so that Canada's relations to the EU and to the UK are not perceived as mutually exclusive. At a pragmatic level, EU and UK diplomats in Canada must acknowledge that various Canadian stakeholders have different sympathies and priorities when it comes to the future of transatlantic relations, with which they will have to engage. More generally, while Europeans have thus far understood Brexit primarily as an internal political challenge, it is important to also address its external dimension.
Achim Hurrelmann is Associate Professor of Political Science at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. He serves as Co-Director of Carleton University's Centre for European Studies (CES) and holds the Jean Monnet Chair, "Democracy in the European Union".


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Many of us find it entertaining to be mystified and when there are overtones of the supernatural, a little spice is added. Cinema and Television media have hammered to death this type of production for many, many years. Of greater interest, perhaps, is the supernatural tale which is sworn to be authentic and has a local background. Here is the genesis of folk lore, to be passed on, and embellished, by word of mouth from generation to generation. I am told that this is a way of life in Cornwall.
This particular story fulfils these criteria, in being authentic, having a local background and such a surfeit of "co-incidence" as to query whether there exists just a soupcon, of the supernatural. It concerns a wall. Not a whole wall of Chinese dimension but just one small part of an interior wall and of an area, not exceeding a few square feet. I was directly involved in a part of this drama and can vouch for its authenticity.
The story became a part of Mumbles folk lore.
So! Back to September 1939.
World War 2 slowly felt its way into the beginning of "the Phoney War" in France. Following the outbreak of this conflict, there was the jingoistic euphoria of the unenlightened.
"They ring the bells- but soon, they would be wringing their hands",
There were lessons to be learned.
My father was the well established landlord of that fine old Mumbles hostelry, the Victoria Inn, Gloucester Place, known to all and sundry as "the Vic". He had held the license for a decade or so and, by virtue of his other employment, (bottling manager of Hancock's Brewery, Swansea), there was little that Glyn Maggs did not know about the prima donna behaviour of good draught beer, drawn straight from the kiln. Few inns could equal the quality of his Worthington's 'A' and his Hancock's 'Dark Malt' draught ales. Ably assisted by wife, Beryl, he coped, admirably, with both of his occupations, working a sixteen hour day in a six day week. In spite of his small physical stature, he was quite a man.
A few weeks before the first wartime Christmas, Park Street lad, Leading Seaman Alec P. Hunt RN returned home on leave, after a five year stint in the China Seas. He was a member of one of Mumbles oldest and most respected families, a family steeped in the traditions of the local seas and with close, active connections to the Mumbles Lifeboat. Grandfather Hunt was a survivor of the appalling 1903 disaster.
Alec was a very handsome young man with a ready smile, and a wit to match. Needless to say, he captured all our hearts! In view of the long period of overseas service, leave entitlement had built up, as had his back pay. He enjoyed every day of that long leave to its full. Many nights were spent with family and friends in the wonderfully warm environment of the Vic bar. And, what nights they were! Although only a few months into the conflict, a wartime spirit was establishing itself. Locals, servicemen home on leave, soldiers from the Mumbles batteries, sailors from the Twt, airmen from Fairwood, would seek each others company and share an evening of fellowship. A routine was established and sustained throughout the six years of the war. Sadly, only wars seem to be able to arouse such feeling of camaraderie!
Alec's leave shot by and all too soon, it was time to go back to war.
There was that wonderful last night! All the Park Street crowd were there! George and Nelly Hoskins, Jack and Freda Williams, the Hunts. Amongst the Gloucester Place crowd were Colin Balsdon, Ted Morgan, George Turnbull, Edwin Timothy, ably supported by, Westbourne Place's Ned Way, Harry Daniels and Syd Bale. In a packed bar room, at the end of the evening, Alex stood on one of the tables and sang a farewell song. He jumped down and there were handshakes, embraces and, the inevitable, floods of tears. The women were even more upset.
But, there was a last gesture! Such a simple one, but one which was to trigger off a string of events that became the subject of great conjecture and debate for many years to come. Alec climbed up on to the wall seat by the dartboard and with a piece of chalk wrote on the wooden picture rail: " L/Sea A.P. Hunt RN"
(That was the exact wording and the wall concerned was the one adjacent to the house in Westbourne Place. The distance of the writing from, the Vic window on to Westbourne Place, was about eight feet)
This was Alec's very last action before leaving the Vic that night.
Before dawn on the following day, Alec made his moving, family farewell and, with thick head, was on his way. With traditional kit bag shouldered, he made his way down a dark, sleeping Park Street to catch the early Mumbles Train. This was the first stage of a tedious journey, in troop packed trains, to join his new ship: Destroyer, HMS Hardy.
Events occur at alarming rate in wartime The jackboot of Germany stamped into Norway and on 10th April 1940, BBC's Alvar Liddell, brought news of the First Battle of Narvik Fjord. Later, on the Six o' Clock News, more details were given and we were informed that there had been a successful engagement in Narvik and that the Royal Navy had inflicted serious damage on enemy ships occupying this narrow inlet.
HMS Hardy was named.
Ominously added was a statement to the effect that the Royal Naval unit had suffered losses. Then, at nine o' clock came the announcement that HMS Hardy had been sunk. It's not difficult to imagine the effect upon the locals!
Was Alec OK?
Sunday morning, a brown enveloped telegram was delivered to Alec's home in Park Street. It carried the worst possible news,
"The Admiralty regrets……Leading Seaman A.P. Hunt (D/JX138336)…….killed in action……"
Mumbles was stunned, Alex was only the second Mumbles boy to have been killed in action in World War 2. Later official details were released which told a fuller story,
"… half a flotilla fought valiantly against overwhelming odds, sinking 2 German Destroyers, 7 Merchant Ships, severely damaged 5 more Destroyers and shoreline installations…"
Twenty one Officers and Men of HMS Hardy were killed.
It so happened that the shell that hit Alex's gun turret was the same one that took the life of the ship's Captain.
Captain Warburton-Lee was awarded a posthumous Victoria Cross thus becoming the first serviceman of World War 2 to be awarded this supreme gallantry medal. Those who knew little of war had received their first lesson.
It wasn't long before someone pointed out Alec's chalked name on the wall and suggested its preservation. First move was made by Glyn Thomas, of the Borough Engineer's Department. He sprayed the, now precious, letters with a sealant and later fitted an overall transparent plastic sheet. And as such, it stayed for many, many years.
Meanwhile, the Wehrmacht's lightning offensive, (the Blitzkrieg) tore through Holland and Belgium, skirted the "impregnable" Maginot Line and fanned out into France. Soon to come was the miraculous evacuation of Dunkirk and the stark realization that Hitler was a Channel's width away from our shores. Mumbles teemed with sailors, soldiers and airmen. The LDV (Home Guard) appeared. The Luftwaffe began to make nocturnal visits and air raid sirens got us out of bed. The "Greasy" Gunners fired their 3.7s from Mumbles Hill.
Mumbles learned another lesson, that there really was a war on! Out of the blue came an injection of magnificent, military might. A real morale booster, when it was needed most! It came in the shape of the 9th Battalion the Royal Sussex Regiment under the command of Lt. Col Gerald Templar (Later to become Sir Gerald Templar, H.C. for Malaya). This Unit was basically composed of regular, time serving soldiers, made up to strength with conscripts. The Summerlands area of Caswell was to be their home for six months.
They soon won the hearts of the Mumbles residents. In appearance, they were everything that the schoolboy's books described the British soldier as being. Immaculately blancoed webbing set off the brasses that glittered like gold, "boned" boots shone like a gigolo's dancing pumps, battle dress sported razor like creases that could sharpen a pencil. NCOs stripes were whitened to a brilliance that was unequalled by a Persil wash.
However, important as a soldier's appearance is, this is secondary to the conduct of each individual member of a crack regiment. Every soldier wore the single-plumed badge of the Royal Sussex with great pride and this was reflected in their exemplary behaviour in the village, throughout their stay.
Like all soldiers everywhere, they picked their favourite pubs and became regulars. The Vic had its fair share and amongst them, was a small group of NCOs, each one being a professional time serving man. They were delightful chaps and soon made many friends. One was a full corporal, name of Legg, a man of Sussex soon to be known simply as, "Leggy"! After a spell of intensive training, the Regiment had been "fined off" and was fit for active service. It was time to move on. Within days everyone in Mumbles, and presumably the Reichstag, knew exactly where their top secret destination was to be- a small village in Norfolk, a holding camp before posting overseas.
On the eve of departure from Mumbles, the Sussex boys came to the Vic for a farewell do. They were given a grand time, especially by old soldiers such as George (Bull) Turnbull, Ned Way, Albert Jenkins, and the like. At ten o'clock sharp, time was called by Glyn Maggs, drinks were downed and soldier turned to civilian friend to bid farewell. Again, farewell embraces, handshakes, kisses and hugs, were the order of the day and the multitude, sentimental with ale, began to spill out into Gloucester Place.
But Leggie had one more thing to do. He picked up a piece of chalk and walked to the wall,
"I'm doing this so that you will remember us boys from the 9th Royal Sussex, and me in particular! We've had a great time here in Mumbles. We're sad to leave. We'll always remember the welcome you gave us!
Neatly, in block capitals, he wrote on the wall, directly underneath Alex's name "Cpl. H. Legg. 9th Bn.The Royal Sussex Regiment"
Legg was never to know the implications of this act.
The following evening just as night was falling, the 9th Battalion marched from their camps in Summerlands, through the village and on to Swansea, to board a troop train for transport to that secret destination in Norfolk.
As the boots crunched down Newton Road, so they sang,
"We're the Men of Sussex, Sussex by the Sea…" They did us the honour of playing the full band and drums, in farewell. It was stirring and it was emotional. They left a lasting feeling of good will, a few potential marriages and a number of broken hearts.
Little was heard of the Regiment for several months. Those in touch came in with the odd titbit of news. Then, surprisingly, one soldier from the 9th returned to our midst! A private in rank, he was six foot plus and known as "Tich". He chose to spend his embarkation leave here in Mumbles because of a feminine attachment! As a result, we knew the exact date that the unit was scheduled to sail to an overseas destination in the Middle East. Top Secret, of course.
Within a month, news reached us that the Battalion was in action in the North African desert. Shortly after came the shattering news:nCpl Legg had been killed in action! Immediately, the sages of the Vic (no shortage, ever, of those)) pointed out the fact that the two men who had put their names on the Vic Wall had been killed! Cpl. Legg's name was preserved.
Thus was born the legend of "The Vic Wall"!
From that day on, it afforded the bar regulars, immense pleasure explaining to strangers, why these names were retained on the wall.
With considerable relish they pronounced,
"If you write your name on that wall, you will die an untimely, traumatic death!"
This warning was heeded by all and sundry. It was no laughing matter.
However, there's always someone who will push his luck and defy convention! And it was just the man I expected who was to take this action!
Jack Williams from Park Street!
Captain Jack was one of the most colourful and popular men in Mumbles. A young Master Mariner, he had made many Atlantic crossings. For a background to this horrendous period in British Maritime history, read the story of the part played by the Merchant Navy in World War 2. Read about the U Boat packs. Read about the millions of tons of shipping lost by their activities and read that the losses sustained in manpower far exceeded the combined losses of all the Armed Forces put together.
The Atlantic wartime crossings were a nightmare.
On the last night of a ten day leave, Jack was in contemplative mood and early in the evening, he was talking quietly to me at the end of the bar,
"Early home night tonight, Graf. Off at the crack of dawn. Sailing from Liverpool. Not happy about it at all. I've had tremendous luck with the crossings, so far, but wonder if I'm pushing my luck a bit now! Odds are getting shorter with every crossing. Frankly, I get more scared with each crossing!"
He was deadly serious. Reluctantly, he bade me farewell, shook hands and departed, I couldn't help but admire his turnout, the gold braid around his hat, the four rings on his epaulettes and the beautiful cut of his greatcoat, tailored in Montreal. But did Jack go home? No! Fate decreed otherwise! He bumped into an old crony outside and moved on to the Park Inn to receive a warm welcome from landlord Ronnie Jenkins, wife Winnie and their dozen cats. The one quick one in the cosy bar, developed into a session!
To everyone's surprise, at a few minutes before 10.00, Jack reappeared at the Vic. Now well into his cups! He swayed into the Vic bar requested a nightcap and was served. Then, as Jack said later, all reason left him and there came a moment of drama! He left the bar counter, walked across the room and picked up a piece of dartboard chalk. He turned to the wall and in bold letters wrote his name below those of the deceased Hunt and Legg.: Captain Jack Williams, SS Stanridge"
I saw him write it and I remember the wild swirl of the chalk as he underlined it with a half loop. To his stunned, gaping, befuddled, end-of- the –evening, audience he loudly proclaimed,
"Here's one b…… that's coming back!"
I shall never forget those words!
He turned rather laboriously towards the exit and, en route, cannoned against several tables. He reached the door and staggered off into the blacked out night. Time was called by the Landlord and what was usually a protracted affair, sending revellers on their way, was accomplished in a fraction of the usual time. Subdued customers departed quickly and quietly. Instead of the noisy calls of farewell and alcohol induced cries of eternal amity, there was near silence.
Strange powers had been challenged!
Mumbles being what Mumbles! Within twenty four hours, the defiant gesture of Captain Jack Williams was common knowledge the length and breadth of the village!
What would be the pay off for this foolhardy act?
The night's drama had not been fully acted out and, an hour or so later, whilst having a late supper with my mother and father, the doorbell rang. Most unusual! I was despatched downstairs and, before opening the door, I checked on the identity of the caller,
"It's me, Graf! Freda! Can I come in?" With permission granted, I let Captain Jack's tearful wife cross the threshold. She was very distressed. In her hands was a cleaning cloth.
"Did Jack write his name on the wall, Graf?"
I confirmed that he had. She burst into tears.
"May I go in the bar and wipe it off?"
By now both parents had joined me and Dad unlocked the public bar to give Freda access. She walked across the bar and her eyes focussed upon the writing on the wall.
There were now three names. This set off another wave of grief but did not stop her from wiping away every trace of Captain Jack's name and his ship. If she did it once she did it three times. I was told to walk her back through the pitch dark night, down Westbourne Place, to Park Street. She hugged me. And was that the end of the story? Alas, no! Nine days later, SS Stemridge was torpedoed and sank in the icy waters of the North Atlantic. The news reached Freda Williams forty eight hours later. There were few survivors but by the Grace of God, Captain Jack Williams was one of them.
After rescue, he was hospitalized in Montreal and eventually, some six weeks later, was safely delivered home, a chastened man but being Jack Williams- an irrepressible man! Perhaps Jack Williams' reaction to all this is summed up in the last few sentences he uttered when interviewed, years later, by Derek Evans, on BBC's, "Good Morning, Wales!". The story of 'The Writing on the Wall!' had been told and interviewer, Derek had asked Captain Jack for his final comment on this bizarre episode,
"Well, Derek, on my life boy, I honestly believe that if Freda hadn't wiped my name off the wall that night, I'd have b….. had it!"
The two remaining names were retained on that wall for the duration of my father's tenure at the Vic. No one ever added a name to it.
Out of respect for Alex Hunt and Cpl. Legg the names stayed for many years. Landlords came and went and somewhere along the line, during a period of refurbishing, the names were lost. There were no contemporaries left amongst the customers to voice an opinion. They'd all gone, too.
I've been asked, "Would you ever write your name on that wall?" ….well……

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Posted By: Gene April 9, 2018
Every four years, a large contingent of Americans develops an interest in soccer — and advertisers sit up and take notice. This year, although the U.S. didn't qualify for the World Cup, there's still a great opportunity for advertisers to reach out to another vital demographic — U.S. Hispanics.The World Cup — and the lead-up to it — is a major cultural milestone that doubles as a great opportunity for brands to develop a connection to their Hispanic audiences. Just imagine if the Super Bowl happened only once every four years: The outpouring of excitement, emotion, and passion would be overwhelming — and the ads would be even more of an event than they are currently.
One measure of how important the World Cup as an event is to Hispanic audiences is the fact that in 2011 Telemundo, the Spanish-language network, owned by NBCUniversal, paid $600 million for the Spanish-language rights to the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. By contrast, Fox paid only $400 million for the English-language rights for the same events, which gives some indication of which audience those networks consider to be most valuable.
It goes without saying that soccer is a huge passion point for U.S. Hispanics. "For the Spanish-language audience, soccer is No. 1," says Ray Warren, president of Telemundo's sports division. "Everything else is No. 2. For us, it's really not sports as much as it's soccer."
Hispanics aren't only interested in the World Cup because it's the premier soccer event; there's also the added excitement of rooting for the countries that they have ties to. This year, teams from Uruguay, Argentina, Mexico, and Colombia, among others, will be competing for the chance to win the trophy, which means that Hispanics with connections to those countries will be playing closer attention to the matches — and, by extension, the ads.
Because the event is being held in Russia this year, many of the matches take place in the early morning and afternoon — so while many die-hard fans may take the time to watch the matches live, many more will be catching up on scores and highlights periodically throughout the day, which reinforces the importance of digital channels as the main means of reaching fans.
In addition, the fact that Hispanics are more likely to use the internet on their smartphones than other audiences means that advertisers can use this affinity to create engaging, immersive mobile experiences. Both of these together indicate the importance of both mobile and digital channels in this World Cup.
Given that 38 million people — or 76% of the U.S. Hispanic population — have roots that tie back to the Spanish-speaking countries being represented, it should be a no-brainer for brands to direct their advertising dollars towards reaching this demographic. Furthermore, soccer is responsible for about a third of all sports viewership amongst Hispanics; in other words, the majority of sports-loving bilingual Hispanics watch soccer, and will therefore be likely to tune in to watch the World Cup in some way, shape or form.
Just as the Super Bowl has morphed from a football game to a cultural event, the World Cup is not just about soccer. It's a chance for Hispanics to show their pride, celebrate their roots, and get together with family and friends to cheer on their teams. Advertisers that are able to tap into that spirit will be able to forge a strong connection to the Hispanic audience, one that will last for many World Cups to come.
by Parker Morse
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If you are new to running and you've started selecting your gear in your excitement to get started with the process, then know you've found one of the best ways to be active and stay in shape. While all the necessary running gear is important to keep you healthy and happy as you run, you'll need to select a great pair of running shoes to really get yourself lifting off as you progress towards your goals with running. When you are looking for a good pair of beginners running shoes, you'll want something reliable and with a nice fit, because if the shoes don't feel good on your feet, you'll probably wind up never using them and wasting your money. So make sure your running shoes fit and have fun getting into a great past time that will give your body results inside and out!
This list of running shoes has been put together to show you the best researched and reviewed running shoes for beginners to help them ease into the sport and feel comfortable while they run this season. A pair of running shoes to keep your eye on is the Nike Free Run Flyknit. We love this addition because it is highly rated, affordable, lightweight, and is a minimal but effective design.
Nike's Free Run Flyknit Running Shoes bring you a well-designed shoe from a great brand. Nike is well-known for producing high-quality sporting products, and these shoes fall right in line with that description. You get a nice, durable pair of shoes with these that come with an average price range, so they aren't overly expensive and still work great for those that are new to running. These shoes offer a lot of support and also have a decent cushioning system that will help absorb shock while you are on the go. You'll get all the stability you need when you start on the trails.
Nike's Free Run Flyknit Running Shoes are designed with comfort in mind, but they are also a more minimalistic shoe. You'll get cushioning with these shoes, but not as much padding as some of the other options on our list. However, the cushioning system that Nike uses here still helps absorb shock and will take a lot of stress off of your muscles and joints. That means you'll experience less stress and fatigue as you get used to running.
Nike's Free Run Flyknit Running Shoes come with a well-designed upper that helps offer support with Flywire cables. The uppers are also designed to provide a lot of ventilation, so these shoes breathe well and will keep your feet dry. That means you won't need to worry about feeling like you are overheating with these shoes. Also, you'll get a durable rubber sole on these shoes that will help prevent damage to other areas of the shoes.
Nike's Free Run Flyknit Running Shoes feature a lot of high-quality materials in their design, something that's very typical of Nike as a brand. You get a lot of durability with these shoes, which means they can take a lot of abuse on the trails. They have a durable rubber outsole that helps prevent wear and tear as you run, and it also extends the lifespan of the shoe. Plus, you'll wind up with a comfortable, supportive shoe you'll get to use for a long time.
Nike's Free Run Flyknit Running Shoes fall in the moderate price range, so you get an average price here with this well-designed shoe. These shoes are still a nice value choice for new runners since they won't burn a hole in your wallet. Plus, they come designed with a lot of durability, so you'll have the shoes for some time before you'll need to buy new ones.
Altra's Escalante Running Shoes give you an affordable option in high-quality shoes that are designed with durability and responsiveness in mind. These shoes are a cost-effective choice for people that are new to running and are also great for people that are shopping on a budget. The midsole in these shoes offers a nice design and works to be very bouncy and responsive. You also get plenty of decent cushioning and shock absorption built into these shoes, and you'll love how fast you can run in them.
Altra's Escalante Running Shoes feature a nice cushioning system with a midsole that provides a lot of lift and bounce. With an effective cushioning system, you get a nice feel inside these shoes, and it feels almost as if you aren't wearing them. Plus, they are quite lightweight, and the responsive midsole allows you to spring up with ease so that you get a lot of sprint in your running stride.
These shoes come with a nice, breathable mesh upper that provides great ventilation. You won't need to worry about your feet feeling like they are overheating in these shoes since your feet will stay dry in them. Also, you get a low heel-to-drop at 1.1 millimeters, which makes these shoes a bit minimalistic, but they still have a good design for those that are new to running.
Altra's Escalante Running Shoes are designed with several high-quality materials, even though they have a lower price. That means you'll get a lot of durability packed into these shoes. They are built to last and can handle a lot of abuse on the trails. They give you the reliability and durability you'd want when you are new to running on the trails.
Altra's Escalante Running Shoes come with an affordable price tag, which makes them a nice value product, especially for people who are new to running. Plus, they feature a nice design with a lot of great, high-quality features that make them a durable product.
Brooks' Ghost 10 Running Shoes are an award-winning shoe that offers a lot of durability and reliability at an affordable price. The inexpensive price of these shoes makes them a great choice for new runners or those shopping on a budget, but it also helps to explain why the shoe is so popular. Combined with its excellent performance features, you get a shoe that is very versatile. Plus, these shoes offer all the cushioning and stability most new runners will want to have to experience less soreness and fatigue when they first start running.
Brooks' Ghost 10 Running Shoes feature a lot of comfort and cushioning. With these shoes, you get a lot of cushioning underfoot, which is a bit different than some other shoe designs. That helps to provide a lot of arch support, and it also envelops your feet in comfort. Plus, these shoes do a great job of absorbing shock and impact while you are on the go, and that brings down the potential for you feeling muscle soreness and fatigue. That type of design will also help you avoid injury.
Brooks' Ghost 10 Running Shoes are designed with a breathable mesh upper that helps provide a nice ventilation system in these shoes. That means these shoes breathe very well, and you won't overheat in these shoes. Also, you get a durable rubber sole added to the design of these shoes that helps extend the lifespan of these shoes.
Brooks' Ghost 10 Running Shoes feature a durable rubber outsole on the outside of the shoes, and that outsole helps to prevent excess wear and tear on the shoe, making the shoe last longer. With all the nice features these shoes offer and the comfort you'll enjoy, it'll be nice to be able to enjoy them for a while.
Brooks' Ghost 10 Running Shoes come with an affordable price tag, and that makes them a good, inexpensive choice for those that are new to running. They are also a great choice for people that are shopping on a budget and need to spend money carefully. You get a well-designed show that has won awards in the past, and it is made with a lot of durability. Plus, they offer all the comfort and stability any new runner would love to have on the trails.
Hoka One One's Bondi 5 Running Shoes offer a quality shoe from a great manufacturer that is well-known for making excellent running shoes. Hoka One One feature ample amounts of cushioning. If you want a well-cushioned shoe as you start out with your running journey, these might be the product for you. They fall in the average price range, which is helpful for new runners or those shopping on a budget. These shoes are made to help reduce stress and impact on your joints and muscles as you run, and they do a great job of absorbing shock.
Hoka One One's Bondi 5 Running Shoes are packed with solid cushioning and support features. These shoes are well-padded and designed to absorb impact well, taking some of the stress and pressure off your muscles and joints so you don't experience as much muscle soreness and fatigue. That's certainly a nice bonus if you are new to running. Plus, you'll get a shoe that will make you feel great no matter how often you decide to hit the trails.
Hoka One One's Bondi 5 Running Shoes are designed to help absorb shock and have a lot of padding and cushioning inside the shoes. They feature a nice, breathable upper mesh that provides a lot of ventilation, meaning your feet will stay dry even as you sweat. You won't need to worry about soaking in your own sweat while you are on the go. You'll also get a nice fit, as well as a shoe that offers plenty of comfort and protection.
Hoka One One's Bondi 5 Running Shoes are comprised out of very solid materials and have a great design. They can resist abrasions and tears while you run, and they are designed to handle a lot of abuse while you are on the trails. That means they are a durable, long-lasting shoe that will give you reliable performance for a long time. You'll also love how comfortable and well-cushioned they feel each time you run, and you get plenty of impact protection designed into these shoes as well.
Hoka One One's Bondi 5 Running Shoes come priced in the average price range, which means they are still a good choice and aren't too expensive. They won't burn a hole in your pocketbook, and they are great for both beginners and those shopping on a budget. Plus, they offer a lot of durability by design. They can handle a lot of abuse on the trails, so you won't need to replace them quickly. Plus, they offer great support and cushioning for those that are new to running.
Reebok's OSR Harmony Road Running Shoes are a very popular product among runners today because they are versatile and comfortable. Reebok is also a great manufacturer that has been known to create quality shoes for decades. You'll get an affordable price tag with these shoes, which makes them nice for beginners or those shopping on a budget. Also, you get shoes that feature a nice, comfortable foam padding on the interior of the shoe that will help make you feel great while also absorbing shock well as you run. That will take the stress off of your muscles and joints and you'll feel less fatigue and soreness as you get used to running.
Reebok's OSR Harmony Road Running Shoes offers a lot of comfort and cushioning. These shoes have a 3D IMEVA foam insole that helps absorb impact while you are on the go. Also, that insole offers a lot of padding and cushioning on the inside of the shoes to keep your feet happy while you run. You also get a nice cushioning system that is designed to bounce back as you run, meaning these shoes have a nice spring to them.
Reebok's OSR Harmony Road Running Shoes offer several features most new runners will love. First, they are very versatile, and they offer quality cushioning and support. Since these shoes absorb impact well, they are very easy to run in. Also, they feature a breathable mesh upper that provides a nice ventilation system. That means your skin can breathe in these shoes, and your feet will stay dry while you are on the go.
Reebok's OSR Harmony Road Running Shoes come designed with a durable rubber outsole that helps prevent wear and tear on the shoes, meaning these shoes are built to last. They can take a lot of abuse on the trails and will keep going strong. Since you'll be able to use them for a while, you'll enjoy all the comfort and the stability you get while you are getting used to running on the trails.
Reebok's OSR Harmony Road Running Shoes come with an affordable price tag, which means they are a nice, inexpensive choice for runners that are looking to just start out on the trails. Also, these shoes are great for runners shopping on a budget because they won't drain your bank account. With these shoes, you'll also get a high-quality, durable product design that is meant to last. Plus, you'll love the comfort and support you'll get on the trails with these shoes.
New Balance's Fresh Foam Zante v3 Running Shoes offer you a versatile option and a lightweight shoe design that comes with an average price, so they still offer a lot for what they cost. That means they can still be bought on a budget, and you'll get some great, well-designed running shoes that are built to last. These shoes are great for beginners and help to offer you a lot of cushioning and support. You also get plenty of shock absorption, which should help when you are just starting out with running.
New Balance's Fresh Foam Zante v3 Running Shoes have a great feel to them and are designed for comfort. You get nice cushioning with these shoes, and the padding in the shoes doesn't feel bulky or weigh the shoe down. They also offer great protection since they are built to absorb shock. You also get a nice outsole design and a pair of great running shoes.
New Balance's Fresh Foam Zante v3 Running Shoes are designed with a lightweight and flexible outsole that makes them easy to run in. They also offer good arch support which can help if you have any problems with your feet. Plus, they feature a nice mesh upper that breathes well, so you get plenty of ventilation and you won't need to worry about feeling like your feet are overheating in these shoes. There is a nice fresh foam midsole included with these shoes that provides a lot of comfort.
New Balance's Fresh Foam Zante v3 Running Shoe pack in a lot of high-quality materials into this well-designed pair of running shoes. You get a lot of durability with them since they can handle a lot of abuse on the trails, and they won't tear or wind up with abrasions. You'll be able to use these shoes for some time before you'll need to worry about replacing them.
New Balance's Fresh Foam Zante v3 Running Shoe come with an average price, so they aren't too expensive considering all the great features they offer. They still make a good choice for a beginning runner even if you are shopping on a budget. Also, these shoes have a lot of high-quality materials packed into them that make them quite durable and long lasting. That means you'll have them for a while before you'll need another pair of shoes.
Brooks' Adrenaline GTS 18 Running Shoes offer another popular running shoe choice from a well-known manufacturer. Brooks is a popular brand for runners, and they make great shoes that offer a lot of comfort and support, which also helps new runners. These shoes offer a lightweight, durable design that is made to offer a lot of support and stability. Plus, you get cushioning and support to help with any potential foot problems. These shoes do a great job of absorbing shock well. With their affordable price tag, they are also a great option if you are shopping on a budget.
Brooks's Adrenaline GTS 18 Running Shoes have a lot of great comfort features packed into their design. You get shoes that give you a lot of arch support and also help to straighten out your stride. Their cushioning system is effective for cradling the feet and also does a wonderful job of absorbing shock, so they take the stress off your joints and muscles. That means you'll experience less fatigue and soreness as you run. Also, the interior lining of these shoes feels very soft to the touch, which helps boost the overall comfort of these shoes.
Brooks' Adrenaline GTS 18 Running Shoes features a breathable mesh upper that helps boost ventilation. The ventilation in these shoes is excellent and help keep your feet dry while you are on the go. That means you'll feel more comfort while you run. Also, you get an adjustable mid-foot saddle so that you can adjust these shoes to fit you the way you need them. The foam lining on the interior of these shoes is also designed to be removable, and you also get a durable rubber sole packed into these shoes.
Brooks' Adrenaline GTS 18 Running Shoes features a nice, durable design that packs in high-quality materials into the shoes to boost their lifespan. That means you get a lot of durability with these shoes, and you'll be able to use them for a long time. That's great news if you are getting used to running since you'll have these for some time. Also, you'll love all of the comfort they give you while you get accustomed to hitting the trails.
Brooks' Adrenaline GTS 18 Running Shoes come with a very inexpensive price tag, which makes them a nice value product when you consider all that they offer. First, it's nice that they are affordable, especially if you are shopping on a budget, or if you are new to running. Also, you'll get shoes that have a very nice design, and are built to last. That means they'll save you money in the long run. With all their cushioning and support, they are an excellent product choice for a beginner.
Saucony's Ride 9 Running Shoes come from an excellent manufacturer that is well-known for producing high-quality running shoes. These shoes are a very popular option among runners, and a lot of that has to do with the performance that is packed into these shoes and the inexpensive price tag. These shoes have an affordable price option, which makes them a nice choice for somebody new to running, or a person shopping on a budget. You'll wind up with a nice, durable shoe that can perform well as you learn the trails.
Saucony's Ride 9 Running Shoes offer a lot of comfort in the shoe design. You get decent arch support with these shoes which also helps better absorb impact, so your joints will feel great, and you'll have what you need if you have foot problems. The cushioning is average in this shoe, and it still does a good job of padding your feet and absorbing impact. Also, the shoes are about average in weight and work well for runners that are just starting out.
Saucony's Ride 9 Running Shoes offer some neat features that any new runner would love. These shoes come with Everun topsole construction, which helps make these shoes return energy well and also makes it smooth for you to hit the pavement. You get a pair of shoes that feature a mesh upper for good ventilation, so you get the breathability you need. Also, these shoes have a padded tongue and collar for extra comfort.
Saucony's Ride 9 Running Shoes offer a lot of high-quality materials in their design, which means they are built to last. You'll wind up with a pair of very durable shoes that can help support you on all or your runs as you learn and start off your running journey. You'll be able to use these shoes for some time, and you'll get a lot of comfort and support for when you are just starting out.
Saucony's Ride 9 Running Shoes bring you an affordable price option, which makes these shoes a nice option for beginning runners, or runners that are shopping on a budget. You'll get shoes that have a nice value price but are also designed for durability. That means they'll last you for a while before you'll need to worry about getting new shoes. You get an all-around good pair of running shoes that are built to last.
Asics' GT-2000 6 Running Shoes offer a well-cushioned option at an affordable price for new runners. You get a lot of help with these shoes since they take the stress off of your body and prevent muscle soreness and fatigue as you get used to running. You get a lot of great cushioning packed into these shoes, which will also help wrap your feet in comfort. With so much support and stability, your feet will feel great as you are on the go.
Asics' GT-2000 6 Running Shoe offers a nice cushioning system that uses Rearfoot Gel technology to help offer support and cushioning on your heels. Plus, these shoes also have a Spevafoam midsole design, which means the midsoles are padded and can also bounce back as you run. You'll get all the cushioning and support you need in these shoes to keep you going strong on the trails.
Asics' GT-2000 6 Running Shoe offers a lot of great features in the design of these shoes. You get a breathable mesh upper that provides a lot of great ventilation, meaning your feet will always stay dry while you are on the go. Plus, you get a durable rubber outsole that helps extend the life of the shoes while also absorbing shock.
Asics' GT-2000 6 Running Shoes feature a lot of high-quality materials in their design which helps make them a long-lasting shoe. You get a durable rubber outsole with these shoes that is designed to protect other parts of the shoe, preventing wear and tear and making these shoes last for quite some time. Plus, you'll love how comfortable these shoes feel each time you run.
Asics' GT-2000 6 Running Shoes come with an affordable price tag, which makes them an inexpensive option for beginners. That's a nice bonus if you are new to running, and it also works well if you are shopping on a budget. Plus, these shoes have a lot of high-quality materials designed into them that help make them a durable shoe.
Adidas's Ultra-Boost Running Shoes offer a stylish shoe that also comes with an affordable price tag, and that's a bonus considering the fact that Adidas has long been known for creating high-quality sports products. These shoes look great and are inexpensive, so they are a good option for beginners or those shopping on a budget. Plus, you get fifteen color choices and a shoe that is designed with a great cushioning system. These shoes can absorb impact and take the stress off of your joints and muscles so you feel less fatigue and muscle soreness as you start out on your runs.
Adidas's Ultra-Boost Running Shoes are packed with a comfortable design. Adidas uses Boost cushioning in these shoes, which helps to make your landings easy so that you don't feel the stress from the impact. You get a nice cushioning system that can absorb shock as you go. The Primeknit upper in these shoes have added extra support and help to make the shoes fit well. You won't need to worry about slipping around in these shoes, and you get a lot of comfort.
Adidas's Ultra-Boost Running Shoes come with a lot of nice features that help make this shoe a comfortable, stable option for new runners. You get a breathable mesh upper with these shoes, so you have the ventilation you'll need to stay comfortable on your runs. You won't need to ever worry about your feet feeling like they are soaking in your own sweat while you run. Also, you get a removable insole with these shoes, as well as a durable rubber sole that helps to extend the lifespan of the shoe.
Adidas's Ultra-Boost Running Shoes are designed with high-quality materials and a solid rubber outsole that helps protect the outer area of the shoe, extending the life of the shoe. Also, you get a shoe that can resist abrasions and tears while still taking plenty of abuse on the trails. These shoes are built to last, and you'll love how great they feel when you run. With such good durability, these shoes are a very nice choice of footwear.
Adidas's Ultra-Boost Running Shoes offer you an inexpensive option of high-quality footwear, so these shoes are a great value purchase for those that are new to running and want to try something out. Also, if you are shopping on a budget, these shoes are a great choice because you won't have to drop too much money on them. Since these shoes come with high-quality materials packed into a great design, you also get a pair of shoes that are built to last. You won't need to worry about replacing these shoes any time soon, and that means you'll also save money in the long run. With their great design and wonderful comfort, you'll be happy to have these shoes for a long time.
Comfort is an important factor with running shoes, and on our product list, we discussed the comfort level of all of the shoes. Cushioning, padding, and shock absorption are the major concerns here when you are looking for comfort and support in a shoe. Some shoes are designed to conform to your feet, and those tend to be some of the most comfortable shoes you can get.
Another important factor, especially if you tend to have the type of feet that require a little more stability. It is important to know your feet. Do you have any issues with arches, plantar fasciitis, overpronation, etc? These are all things that should be considered when choosing your pair.
In addition to neutral support, we also made sure to include shoes on our list that provide proper support and stability for other types of feet which require it. The proper amount of support not only prevents quicker fatigue but also helps to prevent possible injuries that can come from not having it.
Different shoe brands and styles mean that shoes are going to come with different features. However, when we looked at features, we discussed ventilation, fit, and the soles of the shoes. This is where we examined include ventilation systems, outsole design, and other protection features that can be found in the shoes. When you examine features, make sure the shoes you purchase are breathable and also offer you the support you'll need on the trails.
Durability becomes an important concept to consider when you are purchasing running shoes and starting out because you want something you can use for a while as you get used to running again. Also, the more durable the shoes, the less money you will spend in the long run. The issue is important because these shoes are going to have to take a lot of abuse on the trails. When looking at durability, check the cushioning system for responsiveness, make sure the rubber outsole is durable, and also look at the quality of the mesh upper.
Make sure you buy shoes that have a good ventilation system. Breathability is something that a lot of newcomers can overlook, but it's actually quite important for foot health. You want your feet to breathe well so that they stay dry, and that means less rubbing and other potential foot issues.
When you are selecting a good pair of running shoes to get yourself started out with running, you'll want to make sure you purchase shoes that offer a fit that works for you. Fit becomes very important because if the shoes don't fit right you won't get the support and comfort you really need. That means you'll probably never use the shoes and you'll wind up wasting your money. Make sure you get your feet measured by a professional so that you are able to buy the right size of shoe.
q: Do I need to worry about getting a less durable shoe if I am shopping on a budget?
Not necessarily. On our product list, we provided several options for affordable shoes that are also durable.
q: If I have to buy an affordable shoe, will it be less comfortable?
Again, probably not. While it will depend on the shoe you buy, there are plenty of affordable shoes on our list that still offers fantastic comfort features.
q: Is it better to start running with a minimalistic shoe?
That depends on you and how comfortable you are with these shoes. Some people love running in them right away, while others don't while they start out. Really, it is a matter of personal preference, and if you aren't sure, you can always try shoes on at a local store to figure out what you like.
q: Is it important to buy shoes that have a ventilation system?
Yes, it is. Running is the type of activity that makes you sweat often, and if your feet get wet with sweat, they might rub on the shoes and you may also wind up with other foot problems, like the bacterial build up and foot odor. Ventilation keeps your feet healthy and happy.
q: Does brand matter when I am buying my running shoes?
It can really make a difference, mostly in quality, to get name brand shoes. You'll get a lot better durability and reliability out of shoes that come from a brand.
q: Is it important for a shoe to have a good outsole?
The outsoles on your shoes matter in two ways. The first is for extra durability, and the second is to help with impact absorption. So if those two things matter to you, then yes, it is important.


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Round 2 of GP, her first appearance at the 40 Norris Street venue.
DIRECTING 2 TOURNAMENTS AT THE SAME TIME!
BCC Polar Vortex & keeps track of the BCC January Grand Prix.
Magnus Carlsen wins Wija aan Zee!
excel! Bravo, to the Sammys. . .
a +12 to 2309 rating. Bravo, Alex!
University scored 3 point to take clear 2nd place.
Paul Mishkin, Esq. scored 2.5 points to take clear 3rd place.
Paul earned a +4 to 1930 rating for his performance.
up'd his rating to 2186.
Adam Banakus plays white vs NM Alex Cherniack in Round 3.
black, vs Soren Sandmann Pedersen in Round 3.
guaranteed the prize-fund for the 1st Polar Vortex event.
5 (!), all for a share of 1-2nd place and a $880.50 cash prize award.
game vs 2321 master Brandon Ashe for clear 3rd place.
For his efforts, Charles earned $392. Bravo, Charles!
Westchester County, New York. Bravo, Chris!
U2300 place and his cash prize! Nithin was +15 to 2165 rating!
his weekend activities worth $251.82. Bravo, Joe!
game vs expert Shelly Mays (PA) for a piece of 1-7th and $251.82.
Brava, Martha! Keep up the good work!
up the full point for his 4 point total and a bucket of $251.82. Bravo, Andy!
finish. Though out of the money, Derek's rating is now 1606.
out of 964 on the adult list for Massachusetts chess players.
Save the Boston Globe Chess Column!


Fourteen fishermen were arrested by Sri Lankan naval personnel today for allegedly violating the International Maritime Boundary Line.
Their three boats were also seized and they were taken to Kangesanthurai and later shifted to Jaffna, Joint director of Fisheries Subburaj said.
They were arrested while fishing near the Sri Lankan coast, he said, adding it was not clear why they were shifted to Jaffna.
"One boat was from Rameswaram. It is not immediately clear from which districts the other fishermen were," he said.


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Vårmusik och romantik är ett musikalbum från 1990 med Uppsalakören Allmänna Sången. Dirigent är Cecilia Rydinger Alin.

Låtlista

När den sköna maj (August Söderman)
Mellan friska blomster (August Söderman)
Minna satt i lunden (August Söderman)
Tjuv och tjuv det ska du heta (Hugo Alfvén)
Glädjens blomster (Hugo Alfvén)
Och jungfrun hon går i ringen (Hugo Alfvén)
Pingst (Oskar Lindberg)
Stjärntändningen (Oskar Lindberg)
Tre havsvisioner: I. Havets hand (Gösta Nystroem)
Tre havsvisioner: II. Vid havet (Gösta Nystroem)
Tre havsvisioner: III. Havet (Gösta Nystroem)
Glad såsom fågeln (Prins Gustaf/arr. Robert Sund)
Majsång (Frederik Kuhlau/arr. Robert Sund)
Längtan till landet (Otto Lindblad/arr. Robert Sund)
Vårsång (E.J.A. v Kapfelman/arr. Robert Sund)
Dofta, dofta, vit syren (David Wikander)
Våren kom en Valborgsnatt (Wilhelm Peterson-Berger)
Vårliga vindar (Jacob Axel Josephson/arr. Robert Sund)
Folkvisa från Gotland (Uti vår hage) (bearb. Hugo Alfvén)
Om alla berg och dalar (bearb. Hugo Alfvén)
Kung Liljekonvalje (David Wikander)

Album av Allmänna Sången
Musikalbum 1990

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Microsoft Launches Skype for Business Mac Client
November 17, 2016 | by IComm Australia
In a long-awaited new release, the Skype for Business Mac client is now available for download in Australia. The new client will see Apple Mac users upgrade from the former Lync Mac client 2011 and experience Skype for Business in a similar way to that offered on the Windows client.
The Skype for Business Mac client allows customers to convert to new software that has been built specifically for the Mac platform to deliver the best possible experience for users. The Mac client features full video, content sharing and viewing, and one click to join meetings capabilities.
This is exciting news for Apple Mac users as it's the first time Microsoft has introduced an option for another platform that offers the full range of features.
Microsoft says they've also updated the Skype Operations Framework (SOF) assets to help customers plan, deliver and operate the new Mac client.
There have also been Skype for Business enhancements for mobile that will benefit both iOS and Android users, including being able to present PowerPoint files in a meeting. Once shared, PowerPoint files are available in the meeting's content bin for participants to download or present. This avoids the need to email files or links back and forth between meeting participants who are joining via mobile.
For mobile users, Microsoft has also refreshed content viewing with Video-based Screen Sharing (VbSS) so that initial setup is much faster, it's more reliable and consumes network bandwidth more efficiently.
For further information about Skype for Business contact IComm on 1300 881 641 or visit https://www.icomm.com.au/
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Indoor air quality is not at the front of our minds when it comes to where we work, but if you're a business owner, maybe it should be. What do you really know about the air you breathe when you're at work? It doesn't just affect you. It also affects your employees and also your clients and customers. Here's why it should be at the top of your priority list.
There's a broad range of possible air contaminants and pollutants in any building. The most common include pollen, dust and dust mites, mold and cleaning chemicals. This varies based on the type of work done in your building, how many people are there, and the environment surrounding your business. Everything from rodent droppings or lead to toxins from manufacturing and exhaust can be in the air in your building or offices.
How Can I Fix Poor Air Quality?
The right air filtration system is the most effective way to combat poor indoor air quality. You're paying for your HVAC system to keep your business comfortable. To get the most out of it, you can integrate an air filtration system to work right alongside it to keep your air clean too.
There's no one right solution for all businesses. An HVAC technician can test your building and the air quality to determine the biggest factors affecting them. With this information, they can recommend the right air filtration system to get the best results.
Instead of wondering about the air you're breathing, get the information and systems you need to make it right. For the advice you need when it comes to your business's indoor air quality, contact the pros at H.H. Hovey Heating and Cooling.


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USS America (LHA 6) Amphibious Assault Ship Back to Sea Following Maintenance & Improvements
Posted On Thursday, 24 March 2016 09:46
Naval Forces News - USA
USS America (LHA 6) returned to sea March 21 after completing a 10-month post-shakedown availability maintenance period during which the crew and contractors made improvements to the ship's design. With PSA now in the rear-view mirror, America is now conducting sea trials to test the ship's systems and sea-worthiness off the coast of Southern California.
USS America is optimized for aviation and will be capable of supporting current and future aircraft, such as the tilt-rotor MV-22 Osprey and F-35B Joint Strike Fighter. (U.S. Navy photo)
The ship's crew faced several potential challenges when getting underway after the long maintenance period such as a successful start-up of the ship's engines, a safe sea and anchor detail, and efficient restricted maneuvering evolution. As it turned out, all major systems worked flawlessly, and the crew executed a safe and successful day one underway.
"Our biggest concern was doing everything safely and making sure no one got hurt," said Chief Boatswain's Mate Christopher Tunal, first division leading chief petty officer. "We did a very good job of getting people underway on various ships throughout the fleet, so every new Sailor on board had at least two or three underways under their belt. By doing that, we were able to bring America the experience we needed to get her underway."
Many of the crew members said they were excited to be finished with the availability and anxious to test the ship's capabilities.
"I'm excited because ships are meant to be at sea and Sailors are meant to be on ships," said Ensign Timothy Rose, conning officer during the first sea and anchor detail. "Really, getting underway allows us to fully do our jobs and show what we are made of."
For a good many of the newest crew members who checked aboard during PSA, this underway represents the first time they were doing their jobs underway.
"This is my first underway in my new rate and I'm excited to learn more about my job," said Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Shawn Magill. "Now that we're underway, and our equipment is up and running, I get to see new aspects of my job."
The completion of America's PSA period marks a key milestone in the ship's history. With this major work complete on schedule, America is now ready to continue her mission as an aviation-centric amphibious assault ship; a true force multiplier to the Expeditionary Strike Group, the Navy and the United States.
America's Commanding Officer, Capt. Wayne Baze, said, "I could not be prouder of this fine ship and the wonderful Sailors and Marines who continue to give her life. It is good to be at sea again where America belongs."


The development of media in Japan is largely due to its attempt to make itself better both socially and intellectually. Throughout Japans history, the elite members of Japan's society have competed with each other socially by keeping most up to date with the latest theater, artwork, and literature. After the Meiji revolution, the government adapted Japan's love for the arts into an easy, widespread, method to teach its people about history, politics, and political interests.
Newspapers, magazines, and film emerged as the primary conveyors of goverment education policies. Now, a common pop culture -- and increasingly popular form of entertainment to the world's youth -- is Japanese Animation (otherwise known as Anime). This form of entertainment is enjoyed as much as live action movies in Japan, and is widely accepted around the world. Anime is a blend of all the types of media used in the past (plays, han'ga, literature), applying fantasy to a lesson of the real world (though, as with all forms of entertainment, there is just plain entertaining animation). All of these types of media can be traced to being a teacher, or shaper of society. When one form becomes dull to the masses, another takes shape and pleases the mass market. The government, however, is the tool behind the machine. Utilizing mass media, the government of Japan is capable of spreading influence, arouse curiosity, and teach what is "necessary" to be taught.Though later arts, such as Manga, developed more in terms of social commentary, earlier arts like literature was made readily and cheaply available to the masses to allow the people to catch up with the rest of the world.
Japan, as any country, has a rich artistic background, feeding the minds of its people with theater (Kabuki and Noh), paintings (Han'ga), literature, and modern film and feature length animation. There are, of course, many other types of entertainment available and produced in Japan. Not all, however, have an educational role in Japan as these do. Kabuki is the first style of theater for the public, giving it plenty of opportunity to express ideas and philosophies. The plays consist of people in elaborate costumes and make-up, combining large dance groups and interpretive music to tell a story. Noh, utilizing colorful masks to display expression, utilize much of the same properties of Kabuki, to tell of fantastic stories. Noh plays were considered theater for the upper class, and were used to portray ideas of honor and idealisms (Bushido for example). Han'ga, or, woodblock prints, is an art that uses many separate wooden blocks as a pressure plate for certain colors. Each block was crafted with the same picture on it, but only certain pieces of a certain color would be covered in natural inks, and pressed upon paper. After several blocks were pressed, a colorful picture was created, and available for mass production (a great feat, considering the lack of printing presses and other mass market media). Pictures of all sorts, from aesthetic to political, were pressed and disbursed for public enjoyment. Literature, as well, has played a large part in the teaching of Japan. As early as 1000 A.D., the Tale of the Genji was written; a story about court life in Kyoto. The written word, introduced from Korea, gave the Japanese the ability to converse to a large audience what was once only available to the few (though literacy was rather low when the first writings were made available).
The Samurai and Noble class of Japan have always been ones to compete with each other in aspects of art, politics, and wealth. The social elite would go as far as being the first to buy a new book or painting from the latest, and greatest, artisans. The richest of them would even buy new clothes every day, just to show their wealth. In this fashion, the elite were also the most common to attend theatre, or attain the best art. The government of the time, knowing this very well, was able to use these forms of media to influence the money and people in Japan, and allowed the government to control the media as it is today.
News papers, as well, have found a home among the Japanese social elite, and have become (in modern Japan) a daily part of life for most Japanese. Lastly, is the modern film of Japan. A common pop culture, and increasingly popular form of entertainment to the world's youth, is Japanese Animation (otherwise known as Anime). This form of entertainment is enjoyed as much as live action movies in Japan, and is widely accepted around the world. Anime is a blend of all the types of media used in the past (plays, han'ga, literature), applying fantasy to a lesson of the real world (though, as with all forms of entertainment, there is just plain entertaining animation). All of these types of media can be traced to being a teacher, or shaper of society. When one form becomes dull to the masses, another takes shape and pleases the mass market. The government, however, is the tool behind the machine. Utilizing mass media, the government of Japan is capable of spreading influence, arouse curiosity, and teach what is "necessary" to be taught.
Kabuki (originated in 1600) and Noh (1300's, "perfected in early 1600's) plays are distinct more in their appeal to taste and class than in execution. Kabuki, as stated above, is a common style of dance and music, meant to appease the masses. Like geisha, kabuki was enjoyed by the social inferiors, and had the ability to coerce great public interest. As more and more people came to watch the grand productions, the government found more and more reason to restrict it, and make the plays more socially acceptable. One instance of government intervention is the removal of women from kabuki:.
"Early Kabuki was much different from what is seen today and was comprised mostly of large ensemble dances performed by women. Most of these women acted as prostitutes off stage and finally the government banned women from the stage in an effort to protect public morals, just one in a long history of government restrictions placed on the theater. This ban on women, though, is often seen as a good move because it necessitated the importance of skill over beauty and put more stress on drama than dance, putting Kabuki on the path to become a dramatic art form. Another development was the appearance of onnagata female role specialists, men who played women." (Johnson, Internet) .
This interceding of government into media is a beginning to how government would later assert its control. This change in Kabuki plays was viewed as a good change, as it helped in lowering prostitution, increased the "value" of the plays, and potentially slowed the spread (if not potentially stopped) of certain diseases across the country..
Noh, however, appealed to a more social elite class, and considered off limits to the commoner. The Samurai class was the only class with enough time to enjoy such plays, the themes were directed at stimulating the samurai mind. Poetry, heroics, and divine beings (Kami) were the usual themes, offering the samurai a glimpse into the eternal happiness available for them though Bushido and Shinto practice..
The development and attendance of Kabuki and Noh instilled a love for the aesthetic, and prompted visual crafts in painting and beauty. Han'ga were originally designed as a type of mass media to promote Kabuki and Noh actors, but gradually became an art form of its own. The shift to this new aesthetic brought with it a new title. Though still (in 1660) han'ga, a more direct term was applied to pictures of beauty and message- Ukioye or "floating world pictures." Through use of the mass production of these prints, people were able to visualize stories and see fantastic places otherwise unable to be viewed through words alone..
"Prints could now be obtained by the public of Japan for a few cents, and I can see in fancy what a change this new art must have brought into the life of common people, for all in this Land of Yamato have always been ardent lovers of the beautiful… For a few cents they could now read the history and mythology of their country in beautifully colored pictures, look upon scenes in far-away places, and, joy of joys, see freely, though in pictures, the plays of the theatre!" (Priestly, 31-2) .
Politics, history, philosophy… all manners of ideas could be portrayed through the use of colorful pictures, and Kan'ji (Chinese characters) to explain its meaning. Capable of wide distribution through merchants, Ukioye became Japan's first mass media for all to see at minor expense so that even the poor could view them..
Literature in Japan is the most dominant source of media within the country. Early in Japan's literary history, only the elite were capable of reading and writing. When the first book was written (Tale of Genji), the wealthy land owners in Kyoto were, for the most part, the only capable readers. Though the common people eventually learned to read (a must in order to enjoy Han'ga or read new laws set in place by the government), it wasn't until after the Meiji restoration that public schools became free to the public in 1900. There were problems with this system, however. Children did not attend school regularly, and textbooks were considered too hard for a developing community, as well as viewed as boring by the children trying to learn from them. A natural response to these cries was to invoke, and stimulate, the imaginations of the Japanese people. Around this time, the government, through use of printing presses, allowed foreign books to be translated, and new books to be written, for the stimulation of the Japanese people. The Meiji restoration pushed the Japanese government to see that progress was necessary, and that the country was far behind technologically and educationally. The government promoted projects such as color coded books (for easy reference to material type. Blue for literature, green for philosophy, etc…), and stars for cost (one star being cheapest, five being most expensive). The books themselves were the size of what Americans refer to as pocket books. .
Through the government pushing education, and the people grasping at the new freedom of thought, the county became a country of absorption. Today, over seventy-million news papers are produced and read in Japan every day. That is second only to Russia which produces one-hundred-sixteen-million. Over one billion books are printed each year in Japan, and almost three billion magazines are published and read monthly. In addition to this, about one hundred titles are printed every year for consumers to read (Statistics- Kazuhiko). Historically, though, newspapers were the first mass media directly effected by government influence (as they controlled the censorship and publications). The immediate use of newspapers was the greatest m.eans available..
"Even though the number of people who had access to information carried by newspapers was still limited, it was the only means by which the authorities could reach the people except for the institutions which were under its direct control. A letter from the government which was sent to various publishers four years into the Meiji era bears the testimony to the weight Japan's new leaders attached to the newspaper as a medium through which it could educate the people:" "Newspaper publishers should make it their purpose to develop the knowledge of the people. The way in which this can be achieved, is by helping them overcome their stubbornness and narrow-mindedness, and showing them the way to civilization and enlightenment." (De Lange, 34) .
Today this goal has become a reality. The newspapers print out news and spread it openly to the public. Newspapers worked at creating furigana (Japanese characters to help readers understand kan'ji). In essence, newspapers helped to drive the learning capability of Japanese society more than any other means of its time. To this day, Japan has one of the highest literacy rates in the world, all because the government pushed for its people to catch up to the rest of the world..
Latest of all the media types is television and cinema. As in the United States, television is a commodity of great use, as it not only provides visual and audio news capabilities, but offers an easy outlet for relaxation and entertainment. One does not need to use the imagination to create the world when it is visually created for you in high color and beautiful animation. In Japan, television has been given to dominion of the Zaibatsu. The one company in particular is Nippon Hoso Kyokai (NHK), who has government backed rule of the airwaves. Private companies driven by commercial income also have a small stake in the media, but do not have as much government backing as NHK..
Over three hours a day is spent watching television (on average) by the Japanese. Whether it is morning animation, or daily news, people are watching television from 7 AM to a little past midnight. NHK pumps out 70% of its air time dedicated to educational use. NHK leaves the entertainment to private companies who deal out 40% entertainment, 24% cultural, and about 19% informational. The remainder time is spent on commercials (which NHK does not deal with since government funded)..
In cinema, after the Meiji restoration, directors were given free reign over their work… for a short time. It wasn't until after World War 2 that directors were given complete freedom in their works. However, its was early in the 1900's that anime came to be. Anime originally was created from Japanese comics called Manga, where full stories are printed out in rich color for reading (much like Ukioye mixed with the fantasy of Japanese literature). In 1914, the first manga was animated, creating Momotaro, only to be followed in 1932 by the first talking anime Chikara To Onna No Yononaka. The first color film was released in 1959, after WW2's end, and the influence of America had well taken root. Anime in Japan initially was used as many cartoons as Popeye were used in the United States. Teaching of numbers, letters, and, most importantly, morals. After WW2, however, the tone of anime as a whole changed in response to the devastation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki..
Initially, these film animators used romantic adventures and science fiction stories as an allegorical expression of the significance of Japan's defeat in WWII. The recurring themes of struggle, survival and rebirth echo in the background. However, upon the advent of the Industrial Revolution, animators made the transition from a theme of historical defeat to one of technological optimism. Technology was (and is) Japan's friend and has catapulted the country into one of the world's biggest superpowers. (Internet) .
Anime, from Japan, has become an incredible medium, expressing the beautiful art of Han'ga, the imagination of Japanese literature, the entertainment of Kabuki and Noh, meshed it all together, expressing history, culture, and ideals of Japan and all that has influenced it. .
In America, television and books are more for entertainment value, with comedy spreading through late night, or prime time, like wildfire. Japan, however, uses television and books as a means to catch up, and excel in the world. Media slowly formed itself into the aesthetic, into the affordable, into the appealing, never taking a rest in its goal to educate the masses. The government pushed for its citizens to learn as much as they could in order to better themselves technologically, and as a recognized member of civilized society. The origin of Japan's drive for greatness, however, has its roots deeper in history than the modern push from the government. Japan's court in Kyoto started the drive for the elite lifestyle and the "Japanese Renaissance." The rich elite would push each other constantly to strive to be better than before (and more so, better than their neighbors). In this respect, Japan still continues to strive for greatness. It is simply amazing how, starting from simple wood block prints, a pop culture has developed in Japan that has gained popularity in the entire world. This art form is a strong teacher for native Japanese (with movies like Rurouni Kenshin) and foreigners alike (with movies like Grave of the Fireflies). Media in Japan has reached that pinnacle that the Meiji government strove for in the first place- it helps the masses better themselves, and is entertaining enough to keep them wanting more and more for continued improvement..
De Lange, William. A history of Japanese Journalism. 1989 William De Lange, Curzon Prezz Ltd.
Huffman, James L. Creating a Public. 1997 University of Hawaii Press.
Kazuhiko. Goto Facts About Japan: Mass Communication. 1990 International Society for Education Information.
Passin, Herbert. Society and Education in Japan. 1965 Teachers College Columbia University.
Priestly, Ana Freeborn. How to know Japanese Colour Prints. 1927 Doubleday, Page and Co.