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Air France-KLM unveils revamped Flying Blue scheme
6 Nov 2017 by Mark Caswell
Air France-KLM has unveiled the new-look Flying Blue programme, which will see miles earned according to expenditure, and award tickets available "until the last seat available for sale".
Ivory, Silver, Gold and Platinum members will receive four, six, seven and eight miles per Euro spent respectively, and miles will also be awarded for the purchase of "additional services" including A La Carte menu meals with Air France, additional baggage allowance and reserving an Economy Comfort seat with KLM.
The new programme will launch on April 1, 2018, and members' existing miles balances as of March 31 will carry over into the revamped scheme.
From June 2018 there will also be changes to flight redemptions, with the booking of award tickets "offered until the last seat available for sale".
This would appear to mean the introduction of dynamic pricing for redemptions, as the releases continues to say that "The Miles amount needed for a ticket will be based on origin, destination and flight date". Co-incidentally IAG last week announced that it will introduce dynamic pricing for its Avios scheme from 2018.
A new Miles and Cash option will also be introduced, allowing members to pay up to 25 per cent of the value of award tickets in cash.
Tier membership requirements will also be revamped, with the introduction of Experience Points (known as XP), replacing the current level miles and qualifying flights. Silver tier will require 100 XP, with Gold at 180 XP and Platinum 300 XP.
XP will be determined through a mixture of flight length (domestic, medium-haul or long-haul) and cabin class (economy, premium economy, business or La Premiere). As an example a member travelling in business class between Amsterdam and New York JFK will earn 60 XP for the return trip.
A table showing all XP earning rates can be seen under the Experience and Explore tab via this link.
Air France-KLM says it is "the first airline loyalty programme to offer this scale", and adds that "Level Miles and/or qualifying flights remaining on 31 March 2018 will be converted into XP" – although at what rate is not clear.
The group says that "The qualification period for each Flying Blue member will be effective over a 12-month period to gain the XP required to reach or maintain a level", and "In case of a level upgrade, the level is activated and the qualification period will simply start again".
Note that for Silver, Gold and Platinum members, all XP earned beyond the threshold will be carried forward to the next 12-month running period.
The group's Flying Blue vice president Frederic Kahane said that the reinvention of the programme had been a two-year project, with a key driver being "Meeting customer's expectations by being simpler and more personalized".
And commenting on the revamp Jean-Marc Janaillac, chairman and CEO of Air France-KLM said:
"With Flying Blue, we are enhancing the travel experience for several million passengers while at the same time creating value for our group. The programme has become an essential travel companion and the common foundation for all Air France-KLM's airlines to provide optimum service quality for customers.
"Adapted to simplify our members' experience and increase our attractiveness, the new Flying Blue programme will support our commercial offensive as well as our strategy to personalise customer service."
More information on the new programme can be seen at explorefurther.flyingblue.com.
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Tags: Air France, Flying Blue, KLM
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The first movement of Clonal Colonies will be screened as part of the Exploring Visual Music Symposium on Nov 16. UCSB Media Arts and Technology (MAT), the Center for Visual Music (CVM) and Corwin Chair present "a one-day symposium investigating the aesthetics, techniques and histories of visual music. The event at UCSB includes a series of 20 minute talks by invited presenters, plus short screenings of historical and contemporary visual music films. Presenters include Clarence Barlow, Cindy Keefer, Jack Ox, Casey Mongoven, and special guest Barbara Fischinger." Plus there will be a screening of contemporary works.


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Magdalena Gómez is an American playwright, poet, social activist, motivational speaker, and performer. She lives in Springfield, Massachusetts where she is the artistic director of Teatro V!da, the first Latin@ theatre in Springfield, MA. Teatro V!da focuses on promoting youth leadership through the performing arts. Gómez is known for her multilingual works and dedication to creating art that can be understood by all, even those who are not multilingual. Gómez has worked with young people through the arts for nearly 40 years and focuses much of her work on intergenerational collaboration.

Biography
Magdalena Gómez was born in New York City to a Spanish Gitano father and a Puerto Rican mother. Gómez's parents were not formally educated. Her father had only completed school to a second-grade level, but was fluent in three languages and proficient in five languages total, Spanish, English, Basque, Italian, and Portuguese. Gomez's father immigrated to the United States through Ellis Island at the age of 17. Despite her parents' lack of formal education, Gómez displayed academic ability from an early age. As a young girl, Gómez discovered Chinese poetry and the works of Ralph Waldo Emerson at her local library and has been interested in poetry and writing since then. Gómez cites her interest in writing and academics as something she discovered independently, as her schools were "more like prisons than centers of learning." Gómez first publicly performed her poetry at a burlesque house in Greenwich Village at age 17.

In the 1970s, Gómez taught drama at Johnny Colon's East Harlem Music School. In 1982, she was the first volunteer theater director at Teatro El Puente in Williamsburg, NY. During her time there, the company became an HIV/AIDS and health issue educational touring company. Gómez was also a teaching artist and mentor for the Women of Color Leadership Network at University of Massachusetts, Amherst for ten years, from 1995-2005. She has been a teaching artist with SmART Schools Network since 1999. In 2007, Gómez cofounded Teatro V¡da, and in 2019, she became the Poet Laureate of Springfield, MA. A collection of her papers is housed at the University of Connecticut archives.

Teatro V!da
Magdalena Gómez co-founded Teatro V!da, a performing arts collective that explores multicultural and multigenerational issues.  Founded in 2007, Teatro V!da uses many modes of communication and production to reach over 250,000 audience members in the years since it began. The theatre holds an open-mic program called Ign!te the M!c, which is a venue run by youth and for youth. The theatre is in the process of creating a production that combines live music and dancing with poetry in partnership with the Ferocious Women's Group, another program started by Magdalena Gómez.

Teatro V!da uses the phrase "the other TV" to describe the theatre, reflecting the idea that through theatre, members can create their own reality, apart from what is portrayed by popular media. Youth development and youth leadership are central to the theatre's mission, with their mission statement reading, "We encourage youth to strive for excellence in all facets of their lives with a spirit of generosity, non-violence and compassion." Through Teatro V!da, youth can build relationships with adult professionals for guidance in developing their own artistic pursuits and passions. Most of Teatro V!da's productions and events are generated directly by youth and incorporate multi-media production concepts.

Professional works and accomplishments
Dancing in My Cockroach Killers (2013) is a performing arts piece consisting of a collection of Gómez's poems and monologues set to music by composer Desmar Guevara.

Bullying: Replies, Rebuttals, Confessions, and Catharsis (2012) is a book co-edited by Gómez that incorporates real stories from educators and students about their experiences with bullying. The collection of writings seeks to act as a method of healing for those impacted by bullying through the cathartic power of writing. The idea for the book resulted from the suicide of an 11-year-old boy who was the victim of bullying in Springfield, MA.

Shameless Woman (2014) is a memoir in poems written by Gómez. The poetry included in the book was composed over several decades, from the 1970s to the time the book was published. The book is divided into six sections: Shameless Woman, Family, To the Essence, The Invention of War, Lessons from the Dream World, and Endangered Species.

Language of Stars is a play written by Gómez starring a homeless man as the protagonist. The play won a Met-Life award from Repertorio Español in New York City.

Gómez is the founder of the Ferocious Women's Group, a group dedicated to promoting the voices of girls and women through writing and performing arts. The multi-generational Ferocious Women's Group meets regularly to support and empower each other, produce theatre, and mentor young women and girls.

Gómez is also known for her work as a jazz poet. She traveled and performed with her performance partner, jazz saxophonist Fred Ho for ten years.

Current projects
Gómez is the artistic director of Teatro V!da. She is a commentator for the New England Public Radio and a columnist for the Point of View newspaper. In March 2020, Gómez created the podcast, Jazz Ready: 15 Minutes (more or less) of Unexpected Pleasure, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. She also serves as Poet Laureate of Springfield, Massachusetts.

Awards and recognition
 Poet Laureate of Springfield, MA – 2019-2021
 Latinas 50 Plus Literature Award, Fordham University - 2019
 Latinx Excellence on the Hill Award, Black and Latino Legislative Caucus of MA State House – 2019
 Excellence in the Arts Award, Springfield Cultural Council, Springfield, MA – 2018
 Arts and Humanities Award, New England Public Radio – 2018

See also
 Latino theater in the United States
 Puerto Rican literature

References

External links
 Magdalena Gómez Papers at University of Connecticut

Living people
American dramatists and playwrights
Year of birth missing (living people)
Hispanic and Latino American dramatists and playwrights

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These disorders, also called affective disorders, may involve:
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The most common mood disorders are:
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Peace and Friendship Month
Come celebrate Peace and Friendship Month at Portland Children's Museum! Every day in February is dedicated to stories and experiences that encourage love and kindness, foster peace and well-being, and nurture friendships. Bring your friends and make new ones as we play and learn to care for each other and ourselves all month long.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATIONS
Collaborative Quilting
1–3 p.m. Wednesdays in the Maker Studio
Join us as we discover the joy of working together to make something bigger! In recognition of Black History Month we will be looking at some of the traditions behind quilting. Each visitor will have the chance to make their own square, and we will join the pieces together into one big quilt at the end of the month that will be displayed in the Maker Studio. You'll have fun exploring different ways of making, using new tools and discovering hidden skills, in this collaborative effort as we build up to the final piece.
Community Collage
10–11 a.m. Saturdays in the Wonder Corner
Learn about the collage techniques of famed African American artist Romare Bearden, famous for his unique portrayal in capturing portraits and landscapes from his neighborhood community. Come sit with friends or family and work together to create a collaborative portrait of each other using collage materials.
Eagle Sun King/ Tony Ramirez
February 9, 11 a.m. in the Theater
First generation artist from Mid-City, Los Angeles and now Portland, Oregon. Eagle Sun King/Tony Ramirez ties in his inspiration from the folkloric roots of Latin America and his inner-city upbringing together through sound. Sounds like traveling from the rivers, beaches, to the mountains all over the Americas. Eagle Sun King is also a part of Portland's very own "Orquestra Pacifico Tropical" known for their modern approach to the dance and sound of Cumbia music in the Pacific Northwest. Please join us as he helps us celebrate Black History, Peace and Friendship through sharing "Freedom" songs from the Americas. Bilingual Spanish/English.
1000 Birds Project
Every day 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in the Clay Studio
The 1000 Birds Project grew out of the Many Hands project created in Pittsburgh during Union Project's annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration in 2011. The project is one way we can all help in bringing Dr. King's vision of the Beloved Community to life. Birds symbolize possibility, freedom, perspective and vision. Union Project is a community arts organization dedicated to using art to bridge gaps between communities.
Penny's Puppets
Join us for a joyful live performance that use puppets, story, and song to ignite the imagination and fill the Theater with excitement and laughter. Penny's Puppet Productions is a professional one-woman puppet company dedicated to making the world a better place, one puppet show at a time!
Eagle Sun King/Tony Ramirez
Eagle Sun King/Tony Ramirez is a first-generation artist from Mid-City, Los Angeles, now residing in Portland, Oregon. Ramirez finds inspiration in the folkloric roots of Latin America and his inner-city upbringing, traveling from the rivers and beaches to the mountains all over of the Americas through music. Eagle Sun King is also a part of Portland's very own Orquestra Pacifico Tropical, known for their modern approach to the dance and sound of Cumbia music in the Pacific Northwest. Please join us as he helps us celebrate Black History, peace and friendship through freedom songs from the Americas. Bilingual Spanish/English.
Friendship and Giving Day
February 14, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Celebrate community and friendship at Portland Children's Museum during our Friendship and Giving Day! Portland Homeless Family Solutions provides an open, supportive, and nurturing environment to families facing homelessness. With a focus on collaboration and connection, they empower homeless families to get back into housing. In this spirit of community, we want to give comfort to our neighbors by donating socks to Portland Homeless Family Solutions. With your help, we will decorate them with messages of peace and friendship.
FASCA Taiwanese Toy Display and YoYo Demo
February 15, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Field Station and Theater
Portland Children's Museum is proud to partner with FASCA (Formosa Association of Student Cultural Ambassadors) to present a traditional Taiwanese toy display and yo-yo demonstrations. Explore a variety of toys from Taiwan in the Field Station, and then head to the theater to practice your yo-yo skills. Yo-yo demonstrations will be presented multiple times from 11 a.m.-1.30 p.m. in the Theater.
KiLoFri Featuring Zazzy Zoe and Mr. Ben
February 16, 11 a.m. in the Theater
Zazzy Zoe and Mr. Ben love to play live music for and to kids and families both in and around Portland. Together, they make the band KiLoFri, meaning Kind Loving Friend. With their incredible musicality and passion for spreading positivity and friendship, they will put on a performance you don't want to miss! Come and sing, dance, and learn as they perform original songs with themes of kindness for February's Peace and Friendship month.
Red Yarn
Red Yarn, Andy Furgeson, is a dynamic family performer and teaching artist in Portland, Oregon. He weaves folksongs and puppetry into engaging shows for all ages. With his energetic performances and lush recordings, Red Yarn reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.
Best Friends Scavenger Hunt
9 a.m.–5 p.m. throughout the Museum
Help our favorite friendship duos find their BFFs. Look for the notable characters from children's literature around the Museum and match them with their best buddies to receive a prize!
Embrace Oregon Diaper Drive
9 a.m.–5 p.m. in the Lobby
Support local children in foster care this month by donating diapers and wipes. Sizes needed are newborn to 5-years-old.
10 a.m.–4 p.m. in the Clay Studio
Join a collaborative art project started in Pittsburgh at Union Project, a community art center. Make a bird out of clay and write a message of hope for the community on a piece of paper to accompany the bird. Leave the bird to be fired and take a bird and message created by someone else.
11 a.m. & 2 p.m. in the Field Station
Gather round for Storytime at Portland Children's Museum. Storytime features books enjoyed by children of all ages and their caregivers, read aloud by Museum Staff. Not only is Storytime fun, reading aloud with children enhances their language proficiency, communication, and listening skills. Reading stories out loud together can also help children create real-world connections, prepare them for academic success, and support their imagination and creativity.
Pottery Glazing
1–3 p.m. in the Wonder Corner
Glaze your own ceramic creation or choose from a variety of pre-made pieces. After glazing, the Museum fires your ceramic piece in our kiln, which causes the glazes to harden and change color, so they are darker, brighter, and very shiny. Now your masterpiece is food safe and waterproof too. Prices start at $3 for pre-made pieces. Price includes piece, glazing and firing. If you are glazing your own creation, the cost to glaze will be the same cost as it was to fire. Glazed pieces are available for pick up one week after creation.
Peace Painting
Spread peace, love, and paint! Join Meg for a colorful sensory experience as we use our hands to get messy and paint a shaving cream mural.
10 a.m.–noon in the Wonder Corner
Paper Kindness Cookies
In memory of our beloved Museum family member, Leslie Schmadeke
1–3 p.m. in the Maker Studio
Make a message in a decorative parcel for someone special in your life. Learn different techniques for making packages out of paper, from big tissue paper parcels to simple colorful envelopes.
Join us as we discover the joy of working together to make something bigger! In recognition of Black History Month, we will be looking at some of the traditions behind quilting. Each visitor will have the chance to make their own square, and we will join the pieces together into one big quilt at the end of the month that will be displayed in the Maker Studio. You'll have fun exploring different ways of making, using new tools and discovering hidden skills, in this collaborative effort as we build up to the final piece.
Gentle Music for Babies and Pre-toddlers with Mr. Ben
10–11 a.m. in the Sprout Studio
Music is magic for children's cognitive development, lighting up different regions of their rapidly developing brains in ways that nothing else does. Partnering with Portland Children's Museum, Mr. Ben brings his music directly to the younger set. His songs and the energy of the show are geared towards babies in arms, pre-toddlers, and children of any age that engage with calmer energy.
Artist Bio: Often credited with being one of the pioneers of Portland's burgeoning kindie music scene, Mr. Ben remains a staple and a favorite of any child who's seen him perform. He performs music with the intention of entertaining kids and their grownups, making sure that everyone can enjoy the experience together.
1:30–2:30 p.m. in the Wonder Corner
Design a one-of-a-kind bracelet to show a special friend how much you care.
Love and Friendship Buttons
Create your own buttons with Leah. Sketch your ideas, then transform your design into stylish wearable art for you or give it as a unique gift.
10–11 a.m. in the Wonder Corner
Learn about the collage techniques of famed African American artist Romare Bearden, famous for his unique portrayal in capturing portraits and landscapes from his neighborhood and community. Collaborate to create a portrait of each other using collage materials.
Yoga Stretches & Storytime
2:30–3.30 p.m. in the Theater
Join Rabia for a relaxing and gentle yoga session for all ages and abilities. We'll move and learn mindful techniques to give us inner peace while we practice breathing skills and poses. Join this quiet space that will inspire calm feelings and peaceful thoughts.
February 02, 2020 | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm


Hello, on this sunny winter day! I am pleased to introduce you today to Monica. Her nearly year old Etsy shop is called BoomBoxBindery. Online, you can find her at www.BoomBoxBindery.com and in the real world you can look her up in Orlando, Florida.
Hi, Monica! Tell us, how did crafting and bookmaking come into your life?
I have memories of pre-school craft projects that made a fond and lasting impression on me, so I think I've always enjoyed all things art and working with my hands. However, bookbinding didn't come into play until college, when a friend was taking a bookmaking course. I couldn't get over how wonderful it was, and ended up turning all of my graphic design projects into books!
What part of the process of making a book do you like best?
My favorite part of making books is when I get to covering. Whether it be paper, cloth, or leather, it means that I'm nearing the final product but there is still time left to enjoy the process!
What do you do when you don't make books. Do you have a day job different from your job as an Etsy seller?
Bookbinding is my day job! I focus primarily on custom books and boxes, as well as book repair. I got a taste of bookbinding under the instruction of Ana Galindo at SCAD in Savannah, GA, but my training in traditional binding and repair is from North Bennet Street School in Boston, MA. My instructors were Mark Andersson (now of Panther Peak Bindery) and Jeff Altepeter.
While bookbinding is my main focus during the day, I've started a fun hobby this past year. I've been spending my evenings making quilts! Books & boxes are still my favorite things to make, but I'm having so much fun with all of this fabric, I don't foresee stopping!
And how does working self employed work out for you? Do you miss aspects of working for a bigger company or in an outside office?
I love working from home, and the process of building my business. Days can tend to be pretty solitary at times, which is why I love being a member of BEST. It's great to have community to correspond with online. Along the same vein, it's nice to get out and spend some time with people who are in the same boat. I was lucky to find and join a community here in Central Florida that fits the bill! It's called "It's Better Together", and is a group of young entrepreneurs who are doing all sorts of wonderful and creative things!
Tell us a little more about your shop and your boooks: What do you make and sell?
I work from home where our cat, Ollie, keeps me company. He likes to "help" me, especially when I'm sewing books! My husband helps me think of new ideas, and is great moral support!
I like to make all sorts of books, but I usually make rounded or flat back case-bound books. Lately I've also been making quite a few clamshell boxes.
Part of the reason I was drawn to bookbinding is because of all of the wonderful materials we get to use! From Japanese Washi to simple rolls of wrapping paper, sometimes I get caught drooling over paper! I also get giddy about fabric. I mostly use Asahi bookcloth, but I also enjoy making bookcloth from sweet cotton prints.
You mentioned that you are also quilting. Do you have any ideas or even plans for combining it with bookbinding? Can we look forward to quilted books?
I would love to combine the two! Haven't quite figured out the best way to do it but, one thought that crossed my mind was to make a quilt that had a pouch to hold a book. It could either hold your latest library book, or a blank journal and pen, so you'd be able to snuggle up and read or write! When you're finished all you have to do is fold up the blanket and it'll be ready for the next time you're ready to cozy up with your book! I think I'll have to do some experimenting with quilted books now that you've planted the seed!
Is there a special place where you get your inspiration? My husband works as an Imagineer for Disney, so we get to spend a lot of time in Disney World. I get a lot of inspiration from all of the wonderful set design, costuming, & people watching. I'm also a fan of vintage paper goods, which I collect and use in my work.
Imagineer? I have never heard this word before (please excuse a foreigner). But it sounds like a phantastic and creative job. Have you already made some joint projects with your husband?
I forget that Imagineer is not a typical job title! It is the combination of imagination and engineering coined by Walt Disney for those that would help him create and construct Disney theme parks. My husband, Josh, is an illustrator and graphic designer for the company.
Yes, we have worked on a few projects together. He has designed and screen printed some of my book covers, and we're thinking of having his designs printed onto fabric that I'll turn into bookcloth. It is definitely nice to have each other to share creative ideas.
One of my New Year's Resolutions is to develop an official Boom Box product line. I really enjoy the custom work that I've been doing, and I'd like to pull from those projects to create something for my Etsy shop that people will really enjoy. I'm aiming for a series of books and boxes for special occasions and everyday. A longer term goal is to open a bindery/stationery shop with two friends who own a custom design and stationery design company called Orange Blossom Ink. For now that's very much a dream, but a goal, nonetheless!
Thank you, Monica, for taking your time to talk to me. It was a pleasure learning more about you and your business!
Thanks so much for featuring Boom Box Bindery! For the rest of the month, I'd love to offer free shipping to any of our blog readers who mention this interview.
I love your work table!
Great interview! Nice to get to know you Monica through this post!
I see by your school letter that you are a fellow varsity hockey player...nice work!
Yes, Anonymous :) I am a proud table hockey alumnus! For those who don't know, a Stiga table hockey game resides in the NBSS bookbinding department - where it gets much use, including a school wide tournament!
Don't worry Meredeth, there's a reason I didn't show the other side of the room ;) It's an old Hollywood trick.


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Yoshi's Island DS Fears Realized...?
XLord007 Nov 11, 2006
Early word is that Artoon has dropped the ball with Yoshi's Island DS (no shock given the developer's history, but where's the oversight, Nintendo?). EGM gave the game a 6/6/8 (via GameFront) and Chris Kohler (Wired) implies that the game is dull and that there is a blind spot where gameplay can occur between the two screens even though you can't see what's going on.
I still have no idea why Nintendo would trust Artoon with this after the heap that was Topsy Turvy.
I'll post my impressions after I get the game next week.
Wanderer Nov 11, 2006
That would be a damn shame. The original game is one of my favorites (and I spent months trying to get all the red coins).
GoldfishX Nov 11, 2006
Was Topsy Turvy really that bad? Despite it being an original platformer, I didn't pay it much attention, since it seemed like another silly Nintendo gimmick (and the emulated version was useless without the ability to tilt).
Hopefully, the core gameplay of YI2 will be fine even with the various flaws. If not...Eh, at least the sequel for New SMB is inevitable, considering how many copies have been sold.
oddigy Nov 11, 2006
From what I've heard of the music so far (through vgmtrans) ... it's extremely forgettable. I kept going to the next track thinking "ok, this is it, this will be good music" and was disappointed.
Of course, it may just be a glitch in the playback engine... but... well, it was a lot of music box sounds and not a whole lot of anything else. I hope for a review once someone gets to play it on hardware. :)
Yeah, almost everyone who has played the game has called the music a liability. A BIG one.
Angela Nov 11, 2006
Game Daily at least seems to like it:
http://ds.gamedaily.com/game/review/?ga … 60&id=1413
.... "Yoshi's Island DS bursts with variety, keeping things fresh while the game progresses. The difficulty also helps the game's replay ability, as the levels are peppered with red coins, special flowers, huge character coins, and jumping stars that are a collector's dream come true. Even after finishing the levels, the draw to getting all those red coins or flowers proves great, especially when accomplishing these goals unlocks bonus levels."
"Yoshi's Island DS is a gorgeous 2D game with vibrant colors and lively animation. Every level has a hand-drawn look that is very pleasing, and this style is coupled with colorful characters teeming with personality. Instead of going overboard with the new features, Yoshi's Island DS sticks to its roots, never forgetting what made the original such a beloved classic. The game's beautiful visual style is complimented by the personality of the characters, and both combine to form a wonderful adventure that can be enjoyed by any Mario fan."
tz Nov 12, 2006
From what I've played of the game, I think that everything except the music is great. It really feels like a sequel to Yoshi's Island, with a bit more variety. The dual screen aspect takes a lot of getting used to, though, especially the big gap between screens (though it would be unplayable if the gap didn't exist, I am sure). The music is just so boring, though; it really sours the experience.
Stephen Nov 13, 2006
toastyfrog.com, which is an IGN's reviewer's private blog, seems to indicate that this game is not good. He says a lot of the graphics seem recycled from the GBA game, and the some levels are copied from the GBA game as well.
I think any hope of this game being good is slowly dissipating.
Qui-Gon Joe Nov 13, 2006
toastfrog.com has been around quite a lot longer than Parish has been working for EGM/1up.com, actually (not IGN!).
More positive reinforcements. They all acknowledge the inherent flaws of the game, particularly the blind spot between the screens, but the rest is sounding very good:
Gamespot: 9.1 out of 10
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/action/yoshi … eview.html
Modojo: 4 out of 5 stars
http://www.modojo.com/reviews/ds/yoshis … 61113/426/
IGN: 8.0 out of 10
http://ds.ign.com/articles/745/745698p1.html
Princess-Isabela Nov 14, 2006 (edited Nov 14, 2006)
well EGM also complained about the difficulty(too hard for kids) I dont care what they gave it.
of course I'm gonna get it and then will give final verdict, I think that game will be a total blast, and I dont expect it to be as good as original Yoshi's Island.
So I took the first six levels of the first world for a spin today. Was I the only one getting a sense of deja vu when the levels felt like they were lifted straight from the first Yoshi's Island? Things do begin to get mildly interesting when the baby-swapping takes place, and it is rather neat how you can interchange between top screen viewing and bottom screen viewing. That blind spot is..... well, I haven't had a problem with it just yet, but I can see it being a potential hazard later down the line. I'm thinking proficient use of the screen-changing technique could overcome that problem all together, but we'll see. Yoshi himself feels.... maybe a hair more floaty than he did in the original. And his jumping, you have to do a full button hold-down jump to hit most blocks.
The music is.... yeah, it's mellow. I'm getting that Crash Bandicoot in the jungle stages vibe from it. And a whiff of the Chocobo theme too, for some reason.
tz wrote:
The music is just so boring, though; it really sours the experience.
I played the first three levels tonight and I agree. The music is absolutely terrible. I stopped playing because I couldn't bear to hear it any longer. The game itself seems ok so far, but I'll need to play more before I can really judge.
Kirin Lemon Nov 17, 2006 (edited Nov 17, 2006)
Other than the music, I'm abosolutely *loving* this game! I don't care if it's "more of the same" - it's just SO FUN!!
XISMZERO Nov 17, 2006 (edited Nov 17, 2006)
"The music and sound effects also tickled the listener's ear with flutes, xylophones, animal noises, and other whimsical jangles that were not typically heard in video games." - Gamespot
Can't be Nintendo. They don't use real instruments (but do overuse the DK/animal noises)!
I beat first world on 100%, its absolutely awesome, music is actually pretty good, I like it.
if you liked first game(who didn't?) I totally recommend this awesome sequel to everyone!
Zane Nov 17, 2006
I've only played the first three levels yet, and I'm pretty staggered by how fun this game is. I always liked the first Yoshi's Island, and this game seems to be a very good sequel so far. Granted, I'm only about 20 minutes in, but what a fun 20 minutes those have been. The dead zone in the middle of the two screens bugs me, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. Artoon included workarounds in the way of shifting the screens, so that's good.
eb4eva2006 Nov 19, 2006
The...backgrounds...are...lifted...from...the...first...game (made over 10 years ago) =/
Zane wrote:
The dead zone in the middle of the two screens bugs me, but I'm sure I'll get used to it.
Actually, the opposite has happened. I made it to 4-1, but that dead zone is bugging the shit out of me. I can't even enjoy the game anymore. I know that's how it has to be because of the screens... but, still. I don't like it.
Flexar Dec 26, 2006 (edited Dec 26, 2006)
Bought it, played up to W3 and sold it.
I hated pretty much everything about it, especially the music.
Then I bought the GBA port of the original for my DS :,D
Ryu Dec 26, 2006
Yeah, I'm in World 3 and took it out for Super Princess Peach. I don't know why, but YIDS is a fairly weak game.
Stephen Dec 26, 2006
Is there actually a blind spot between the two screens as IGN's review indicated?
Zane Dec 26, 2006
Stephen wrote:
Yep. Think of the DS's screens as one big vertical screen, but the space between the two screens is as a small wall that bisects this view. You can scroll up and down as a work-around, but that blind spot bugged the hell out of me. Sonic Rush also had this blind spot, but the level design was set up so that when going between the two screens, Sonic would either be dashing, falling or running up so that there wouldn't be any obstacles in the way. Yoshi's Island DS actually has items and blocks hidden in that blind spot. The forced scrolling sections are a pain in the ass.
Angela Dec 26, 2006
Flexar wrote:
Yep, I actually did the same exact thing. Hurray for Player's Choice prices. Hurray for crayola-style art. Hurray for GOOD music.
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The Bachelorette 10 - Andi
The "Bachelorette" Andi Episode 7 Recap Including Tabloid News, Deleted Scenes, & #YOPO
Posted on July 1, 2014 10:11 am
We are getting to that point in the season where it's down to the final four guys, and the tabloids will start ramping up their coverage digging up whatever dirt they can. Take today's story for example on Chris where they report he's been arrested 13 times. Granted, none of these arrests are remotely anything the average person would give two sh**s about, but since it's a tabloid, they have to make it known. Kinda like how they embellished Kat getting written up back in college for underage drinking when she wasn't even drinking. I mean, read that story. Exactly what "criminal" behavior did Chris have in any of those so-called arrests. He lives in Bumblef**k, Iowa. What else is there to do other than drink, have sex, and run into a little trouble on occasion? Whoa, he went 8 miles and hour over the speed limit in a 55 mph zone? Lock him up! This is so ridiculous and silly, yet they treat it like it's some major headline. Please. Tell me when one of these guys gets on a plane and gives away the ending to the whole season. That's when…oh wait, never mind.
Not sure what's a more ridiculous story, those 13 "arrests" Chris had, or the one that ran last week about Andi being pregnant. In case you didn't see the cover of "In Touch" last week, here it was:
The funny part about all of it is how many people it actually fooled. Do you know how many people emailed or tweeted this story at me to ask if it's true? More than you think. However, as is the case every season, the headline is misleading. If you actually read the story part of it, nowhere in there does it say the words "Andi is pregnant." It just alludes to it, and talks about how she had two overnight dates, and what if she got pregnant and it wasn't from the guy she chose. They're just looking for a reaction and they succeeded. But yeah, Andi's not pregnant. Not only because the story never says that she is, but Andi even addressed it on Twitter. So we can move on from that nonsense now.
"Bachelor in Paradise" wrapped up last week. I will have your episode-by-episode spoilers shortly. One thing I tweeted about this weekend that you can keep your eye out for is you'll start to see a lot of the contestants from the show start hashtagging their tweets with #YOPO. What's that you ask? It stands for "You Only Paradise Once." I guess that's their thing. Deal with it because you're gonna see it a lot come August.
Wanna see a video of Jef Holm drunk hanging out with a 21 year old? I never thought you'd ask (he appears at the 5:20 mark)
This was posted on her account from Saturday night. So apparently Blair Fowler is a YouTube Beauty Guru. Her main channel is juicystar07. Her and her sister Elle make their living off creating videos about makeup. They have "written" two books and design cell phone covers with Cellairis. They are from Tennessee but moved to LA when they got Youtube famous (I had a reader tell me this). Congrats to them. So my question is, what is she doing hanging around Jef Holm late at night drunk in a cab then a hot tub? Hey, she's 21. Right up his alley.
In news that isn't really news but someone thought it was, Drew Kenney and Amy Long are now officially a couple. Wow, that's so great. I was hoping to hear that announcement someday. After all the sleepless nights I was having wondering about those two, I'm glad they finally decided to make sure they ran to an outlet to tell them. Amy lasted two episodes on Juan Pablo's season, but is more known for banging Brooks down in Florida for a few days this past New Year's Eve when he came to visit her and they double dated with Alexis Morgado and Michael Garofola. Pictures were posted on this site shortly thereafter. Man, Drew really seems to enjoy taking Brooks' seconds, doesn't he? Good luck you two. You'll need it.
For those wondering how they were going to handle Eric Hill's death on the show, Chris Harrison addressed it today in his EW.com blog and said you'll see all of it. Just a quick reminder of the timeline and how it happened with the show:
Sunday, April 20th: Eric in a paragliding accident in Utah; Josh Murray's hometown date.
Tuesday, April 22nd: Eric's accident first made public by the news; Marcus Grodd's hometown date in Dallas.
Wednesday, April 23rd: Eric officially pronounced dead; day of the hometown date rose ceremony.
So the quick clip we saw during the preview last night show's Chris telling everyone that Eric has died. That was obviously during the day on April 23rd before they all got dressed and ready for the rose ceremony. I'm glad we're going to see it all. Impossible for them to have left that out. Of course everyone wants to see Andi and the guy's reaction to what happened. One of the few smart decisions this show has made.
And the ratings are in from last night. They're up about 500k viewers from last week, and .1 in the 18-49 demo. However, the most embarrassing thing is this show is drawing more than "24," which has been excellent this season. I will now go flying out of my window, Margot Al Harazi style.
strick432
Still interested in anybody who has the hard copy of Courtney's book and is willing to share – mail it to me and let me read it and I'll mail it back to you. Thanks.
anonime
What am I missing with the Nick cheetos thing ?
lindsayp22
Love Blair..been watching her videos for years. Was very surprised to see Jef in her vlog. Doesn't seem like someone she would hang with. I'm sure she'll appreciate you posting her video. More views, more $$ and subscribers.
anonime – He was eating them in that video when he was on the plane talking about how Andi picked Josh.
JovisMom, thanks. 🙂
Nick seems like he's getting the Michelle Money edit. The overly competitive, in it to win it only, edit. Basically you have three losers with no game on a group date with Nick, who definitely has game. He brings it, the others don't. Nick wins. What did they expect? Even they admit, he's beating them. But, even worse, Brian, Dylan and Chris honestly do nothing to help themselves. They're irrelevant. So, who's fault is that? The rest just comes off as jealousy and very un-manly jealously too.
Now, is Nick arrogant? Playing the game? Annoying? Sure, he is. But it's a TV program setup as a competition. What's he supposed to do, act like the "boring 3" and just sit and let it all happen? If I was Brian, Dylan or Chris, I'd be taking a lesson and amping up my game. Otherwise, the beatings just continue. The lesson for guys as we get older is this…. if you don't want to keep getting your butt kicked (in anything), get better. Whining because someone else is better, at whatever, isn't going to get you anywhere in life.
I also would love a copy of Courtney's book and will definitely return it to the owner. My local library won't be getting it, and I was really embarrassed requesting it!
And is it me or is Steve obsessed with the Cheetos thing? So Nick ate some on the plane, is it that hilarious? I'm obviously completely missing what is so funny about it.
Vessel, yeah, Steve's totally worn that one out. Guess he must have a product deal with them. Every time he mentions them in his blog, kachink.
smithyeni
So Chris got arrested for driving 5 miles over the speed limit? I'm dying laughing right now ????.Idc i still love Chris.
oyoung1117
I feel like RS doesn't even make an effort to be funny anymore. I get that the spoilers are his bread and butter, but he used to make me laugh so hard I cried. Now it is just two dozen references to cheetos or something equivalent. C'mon, dude!
I even had too ask what's up w the cheetos. not funny, give it a rest . Nick doesn't bother me like he does everyone else. I find him amusing.
purplesunsets
Ha I feel old I got that WWF reference to that wrestler. Funny that one too.
I'm on the fence with the Nick thing. Like it could be producer edit bad edit also there could be more truth to it. He could be everyone's bff outside now with social media and the shout out s every now and then #teamnick. But like RS said the Bach world on social media who knows.
Sure he is a go getter confident whatnot you snooze you loose right? This season definitely drama between the guys clique wise.
Is there anyway to see the deleted scenes if you're outside the US? Been curious on those.. Personally love Cheese Puffs better but I still find the Cheetos jokes funny at this point.
Also it feels odd that the tweets, shout outs, defense of self by nick and his "team" preempted this episode explosion well as the villain edits came. Yes I stalked the dates of the tweets it doesn't add up. Did like they know he was getting a bad edit or had an idea? Seemed so.
ashleigh11
My favourite moment last night was when Andi and Nick were playing This or That and she turned it around and asked him "Big or Small?" Might as well get the facts before committing to the Fantasy Suite. *high five, girl!*
I don't mind the Cheetos commentary. And I LOVE the reference to Jake Ryan, as I'm a huge John Hughes fan. Poor "Jake" never did much after that.
I still like Chris, but the DUI and other alcohol-related infractions definitely paint a negative picture. No matter how far out of your sleepy town you live, mixing alcohol with your drive is stupid and dangerous. But also according to the article, Chris has kept himself in check for a few years, so apparently he's wised up.
Chris seems like he was quite the hell raiser in college…. it didn't seem like he was a quick learner either. No surprise there. Still, remind me to never have a beer and drive 40 mph in a 35 mph zone next time I'm in bumf**k Iowa.
My question about Chris being The Bachelor is less around his hell raising college years, and more around his personality-less 30s years. Stupid looks only carry you so far, unless you're Will Ferrell.
meredith27
I think if Andi had picked Nick they would have edited differently and Josh would come out looking like the villain ….I'm just starting to realize from reading spoilers and watching how much editing controls how people are perceived …I guess if you truly do no wrong they can't make you into a villain but maybe not. So…for me it makes it all so fake and not worth watching really.
It's really annoying reading andi's blog …as if she can share anything real …waste of time !!!!!
@oyoung1117– Totally agree. I do LOVE the spoilers, but that's it. The recaps of Sharleen Joynt, Kristen Baldwin (EW), and Lincee Ray (I Hate Green Beans) are much more entertaining.
newmoonmg
After having read Courtney Robertson's book I am now more convinced than ever that Nick is getting a bad edit, as I am sure she did. She was the first to admit she wasn't the chummiest of people, but some of her "cracks" were made in a joking playful manner and the edit did not reflect that. So while Nick is not my fav, I am sure he is not THAT bad or aloof.
ksrsfan
Nick gives me the creeps. I do not find him attractive AT ALL! So I don't care if he is getting a bad edit, he is freaky.
Okay, I will admit that I don't live in the city, but what is up with the guys and the scarves???? I have never seen a guy wear a scarf like that in real life, and last night 3 of the guys were wearing them when they got to Belgium. Now, it did take me a while to appreciate a guy wearing a pink shirt, but I don't think I will ever like that scarf look. Kinda emasculating, no?
I am interested in reading Courtney's book, just to learn more of the antics the producers play trying to make this show entertaining. Too bad we will likely never see a former contestant do a real "tell-all". I love to hear the dirt about this show! Thanks Steve for all the info in and insight you bring us. Definitely much more entertaining!
The Cheetos references are in the same tired category as the "I got this spoiler right, but people are going to doubt it" drone that never seems to end. We got it dude.
Teeny tiny Jef Holm looks pretty pathetic in that video. He really thinks he is something.
Nick is clearly getting the bad edit but I also find him to have such a squirrel-y vibe that he comes off as more teacher's pet than sexy assertive man. He does nothing for me sexually…..unless I wanted to screw Eddie Haskell….then maybe.
Andi is fine but she bores me and takes herself way too seriously. She tweeted something last week to the tune of "I find it ironic reading the tweets and blogs that bite the very hand that fed them." Really girl? Gimme a break. Get over yourself. You better make sure you have clean hands before you point fingers.
I thought Nick said he watched ALL the previous seasons of the Bachelorette before coming on the show. Did he say he only watched last season? I was picturing Nick binge watching the show for 4 straight days.
@ksrsfan People wear scarves when its cold out. I don't see whats emasculating about not wanting to be cold.
Forgot to add…
What was up with Coach and Dylan's outfits on the group date? Its the last date before hometown dates, I would think they would want to make a good impression. A zip up hoodie and whatever that was Coach was wearing made them both look like they left straight from the gym to go on this date. Not surprised that they are the two that didn't get roses…
karynr
I don't find Nick creepy, but also don't find him attractive.
vessel…I asked my library too, but wasn't embarrassed at all. I think it's funny. Plus, I'm in Scottsdale where Courtney is from, so I'm sure I'm not the first person who's asked.
You know how they used the On the Wings of Love song for Jake's season? I think they should use the Green Acres theme song for Chris's.
ugasara13
As a UGA grad, I thank you for the added SEC football commentary in this weeks recap. Also – wonder if Josh's little brother beating LSU last season comes up?
grimmace1997
Chris pulled Andi aside to kiss her and she says "he just planted one on me…..you GO farmer"…wonder who scripted that….
freeasabird
Re: Scarfs – Chris H. (I think, as it was a retweet) said it was really cold and production had to go out and buy a bunch of scarves and other cold weather gear.
I find Nick cute in an Eddie Haskell way. (Thanks BFW!)
Green Acres – yes, karynr – perfect song!
I am not looking forward to Chris' season. I don't care how rich he is 😉 His suits always look too small. I find nothing attractive about him. Being 40 miles from the nearest "real" town (Waterloo, Iowa) does not appeal to me. I'm suburban born and raised and hated visiting my cousins that lived on a farm. My sister loved it. So, different strokes.
I wish it was Marcus as the next Bachelor. He'd be easier on my eyes. Brian is probably the best of this bunch as far as being genuine but could not carry the show. Dylan? Nah, I hate sad back stories.
I watched the video chat live last Thursday. I liked how quick Steve was with the answers. It seemed to me as if half the people there had never read his column.
I feel that Nick's plan was to make it to the final four and hopefully be the next Bachelor. Too bad, Cheeto dude, that didn't work out for ya'. I think more and more contestants have that in mind as each season goes on. Ali started it, Kacie B tried it, by coming back on Ben's season and I forget who else I felt about in that way.
I think I have to agree with @freeasabird it seems Nick had a strategy going in whether to play the game, win Andi, or be popular off it etc not certain. But I think he knew he could get bad edits on this show and seeing his damage control online before add up.
Hands down best part of the episode is the end credits. Brian and the pickle. That was funny.
I'm pretty neutral on Chris being the new Bachelor. I can't decide if I find him good looking or not. All I keep thinking is, if he drinks or eats too much, he's going to end up with three chins. His face looks puffy to me, and with age it will only get worse.
I think Marcus is the best looking of the bunch. I thought Dylan was good looking, but between the greasy ponytail and not washing his hands, I no longer find him as attractive.
Let's imagine the possible entertaining scenarios for Chris' season. (Really, Chris? Doh!)
Yes, the Green Acres theme holds not only for the song, but for wooing city girls to come live in East Podunk, Iowa. The girls discover that the winter weather hovers around zero in Iowa with a constant 25 mph wind to spice things up. Watch as Tierra returns and proclaims her love for waking up at 5:00 a.m. and cleaning up pig sh*t. Well, Green Acres was really popular….. in the 60s. Ummmm…. no.
OK, scenario 2. Chris gets to choose from 25 Daisy Duke wanna bes. Most girls are graduates of the University of Florida & own only jeans shorts & tank tops (regional joke for those not from the south). Emily shows up unannounced dressed in a plaid shirt, denim mini skirt and a Caterpillar baseball cap trying to get Chris to go on a hay ride with her. Hmmmm. The Dukes of Hazzard was really popular….. in the 80s. No.
Scenario 3 – IDK. I guess they'll have to come up with something. Chris' "personality" sure isn't going to carry the day. I guess they could get him a 12 pack at the QuickTrip, put him behind the wheel of a vintage GTO & tell him to go real fast & avoid the cops. Then follow the action from a helicopter. It could happen.
I think Nick is actually the most attractive and the only one of the entire batch of guys I would've had any interest in.
Chris is so unattractive that I can't imagine any women seriously swooning over that Haley Joel Osment pinched face. It's like when they tried to make us believe a bunch of beautiful women could actually be attracted to Ben.
Isn't it amazing how the Bachelor leads have become so boring and unattractive! And Chris will join the group. He seems nice but exciting or interesting…not. If I signed up for his season and then realized he was the bachelor, I'd bail, no matter how much I wanted TV exposure.
Nope Nick is not attractive at all. Mumble Mouth doesn't do it for me. Even though I feel producers have prodded and pointed him into situations that resulted in the scenes we witness with the other men, he just can't keep that smarmy look off his face. Will be epic when he is sent packing. Wonder if he'll get all pissy as Ben did when Ashley dumped him!
I enjoyed watching Chris in that deleted dancing (?) scene this week. He clearly seemed to be the ringleader of the guys and, unlike the rest of them, he had some moves. I think he may have more personality than we've been shown so far. Maybe some of it will be shown on the hometown date. I can't remember what RS told us about what happens during the date, but I'm picturing he and Andi shooting bluerocks out in a cornfield.
And Rob, if you bring Emily back, they could go out and shoot guns too – remember how surprisingly good she was at it?
Then again, maybe Chris isn't a hunter, and it would be better to have Andi and Emily going out to shoot guns without a guy.
I know RS has explained why they keep recycling contestants , usually # 3 , as the lead but I would love to see someone new. Wouldn't stop me from watching, just the opposite. Chris is a bore. They must've seen someone from all their castings who caught their eye as a future lead. I know, winning formula blah blah blah. Anyone else here tired of the recycling & ready for some new leads?
crossedmymind
Find Nicks personality and looks unattractive-he comes across as way too into himself as opposed to confident or self-assured. Not my type at all. I'm a Raylan Givens kind of gal though married to a man that looks like Kevin Bacon (told as much all the time) but better looking with striking and bigger electric blue eyes.
Noticed the scarves too. Dudes, women don't want to share their clothing accessories with their guy. Those weren't masculine scarves-they were light and fluffy with feminine design patterns-no way they would keep anybody the least bit warmer. If a dude is wearing a winter coat, a masculine scarf is OK.
Didn't Steve say he would be posting the Bachelor in Paradise episode by episode spoilers today (Wednesday)?
Three part interview with "Coach," He talks about the final 4. It's at www dot abc27 dot com / video? clipId = 10325086
Take out the spaces and add the dots. This is part 3 but there are links to the other 2 videos. He seems like a super guy and is best friends with Nick etc.
My last link for deleted scenes at abc dot com never showed up 🙁
Yowza I just saw the deleted scene from Wetpaint.. That Nick bullseye thing on Josh? Very telling. The dance sequence seemed funny, I think Chris may have personality just not shown as much. Kind of reminds me of Chris Siegfried from Des' season they didnt show much personality just poetry but turns out from hearing him on Jason and Molly's podcast quite funny.
Thanks @freeasasabird for that link I was looking for one. Yeah there seems to be a divide in the house a #teamnick aka brian and jj and the neutral other half. I think I saw on IG on the popular page one time Brian calling Nick his BFF? Sharleen seems to be solid #teamnick from her blog.
LynnMJ
I guess creepy, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder, cause Nick absolutely creeps me out. When he puts his head down and his eyes look up, he couldn't look any more smarmy.
serapa
Late commenter….busy with Canadian long weekend….
I think Nick is immature, a narcissist and fake. I agree with the guys on this one.
Chris will be a boring bachelor…yawn…heehaw…
I also think that Josh is a very good match for Andi. No one else see this? They are great together. I think these two have a really good chance.
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How can ethical considerations become more routinely incorporated into global decisions?
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Although short-term economic me-first attitudes are prevalent throughout the world, love for humanity and global consciousness are also evident in the norms expressed in the many UN treaties, UN organizations, international philanthropy, the Olympic spirit, inter-religious dialogues, refugee relief, development programs for poorer nations, doctors without borders, and international journalism. Heads of State and governments meet more often than ever before to improve the human condition. Human rights, transparency, and rule of law as policy criteria are relatively new in diplomatic history. But all this progress has been too slow. The rising number of protests around the world shows a growing unwillingness to tolerate unethical decisionmaking by power elites. An increasingly educated and Internet-connected generation is increasingly rising up against the abuse of power and demanding accountability.
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DUBAI: I have served Pakistan all my life and I am being tried for treason, said former army chief General (r) Pervez Musharraf — in his latest video message from the American Hospital Dubai, on Tuesday.
Musharraf says — in the video message that he was very ill.
"I keep coming and going to the hospital," he says in the video message.
The ex-army chief said that his version wasn't being heard.
He says, "Even my lawyer Salman Safdar is not being heard by the court."
"I have fought wars for Pakistan and served my country for 10 years."
Musharraf also says in the video — that he is ready to record his statement with the commission provided they come to Dubai.
"As for me, the commission can come here — I can give them a statement.
They can come and hear me, see my condition and then decide for themselves.
When they return they can give their statement and my lawyer will be heard in the court too and then I hope I will get justice," he said.
Musharraf said that he was being treated unjustly.
Pervez Musharraf, who has been residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) — for a while now, felt under the weather Sunday night and was admitted to the hospital.
The former ruler was set to undergo — various tests in this regard; the sources had informed Geo News.
Musharraf's close aide and the ex-chairperson of the All Pakistan Muslim League (APML), Dr. Muhammad Amjad said, the former president was swiftly becoming weaker due to an unknown disease, which is why he was unable to return to Pakistan to face the treason case.
A couple of days ago, Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry — had called Musharraf the nation's benefactor — saying he had "rid us of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif in 1999."
He added, "When Musharraf was in power, a lot of people used to stand queuing up to light his cigar."
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