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By Kadish Morris
In Pictures: Pedro Bell's Risqué, Futuristic Album Covers
The creator of otherworldly cover art has died aged 69
Topless women, superheroes, 'afronauts' and mutants: these are just some of the characters featured in the work of Pedro Bell, an artist and illustrator who described himself on Funkadelic's 1978 album, One Nation Under a Groove, as an 'electric marker heathen of speedomatic dabblings'. The Chicago-born artist, who died last week aged 69, was best known for his album-cover artwork that imagined a universe in which blackness, science fiction, sex and mythology collided. His charged imagery transported musical protagonists, including Funkadelic and singer George Clinton, to utopian worlds where cosmology and hypersexuality reigned supreme.
George Clinton, Some of My Best Jokes Are Friends, 1985. Courtesy: Pedro Bell and Capitol
Clinton thought of Bell as an 'urban Hieronymus Bosch' who 'inverted psychedelia through the ghetto'. Bell's work was key in drawing audiences to Funkadelic music: his Technicolor packaging combined pop-cultural references and comic book-style narratives with quirky slogans and Afrocentric imagery. During his lifetime, Bell received some institutional recognition: his work was featured in the 2010 exhibition 'What Makes Us Smile?' at Baltimore's American Visionary Art Museum; in the 2007 touring show 'Sympathy for the Devil: Art and Rock 'n' Roll since 1967', curated by Dominic Molon at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago; and as part of 'Funkaesthetics' at the Justina M. Barnicke Gallery in 2009.
Funkadelic, The Electric Spanking of War Babies (uncensored cover), 1981. Courtesy: Pedro Bell and Warner Bros
Bell's work defied, too. While studying at Bradley University, he donated artwork to the Black Panther Party, which, alongside his protesting activities, led to his expulsion from college. His cover art for Funkadelic's 1981 album, The Electric Spanking of War Babies, was censored by Warner Brothers Music because it originally featured a phallic spaceship and naked women. 'When people talk about Cosmic Slop [1973], for example, they talk as much about the cover art as anything else: the way that the screaming face is inset into the woman's Afro, her vampire fangs, the map on one nipple and the stereo dial on the other, the strange yellow bug off to the right of the woman with Pedro's signature along its body,' said Clinton in his memoir Brothas Be, Yo Like George, Ain't That Funkin' Kinda Hard on You? (2014).
Funkadelic, One Nation Under a Groove, 1978. Courtesy: Pedro Bell and Warner Bros
In 2009, a feature in The Chicago Sun-Times sadly reported that Bell was suffering from serious health issues, had become blind and, no longer able to work, was living in poverty. Yet, it was his risqué artworks that had helped create the defining aesthetic of the Afro-punk movement. While album covers no longer hold the same sway in the age of digital streaming, Bell's wildly elaborate renderings generated an anarchic energy that allowed fans to connect to the music they were listening to on a visual, as well as an aural, level.
George Clinton, Computer Games, 1892. Courtesy: Pedro Bell and Capitol
Main image: Funkadelic, Tales of Kidd Funkadelic, 1976. Courtesy: Pedro Bell and Westbound
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Favorite Judas Priest Album?
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Poll: What is your favorite Judas Priest album?
Rocka Rolla (1974)
Sad Wings Of Destiny (1976)
Sin After Sin (1977)
Stained Class (1978)
Killing Machine / Hell Bent For Leather (1978)
British Steel (1980)
Point Of Entry (1981)
Screaming For Vengeance (1982)
Defenders Of The Faith (1984)
Turbo (1986)
Ram It Down (1988)
Painkiller (1990)
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Post#1 » Thu Aug 28, 2008 9:24 am
I said I'd do it, so here it is...
I think that the diversity of metal tastes on this board should make the results interesting.
I only included the albums that are studio recordings and that run up until "Painkiller".
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For my vote I chose "Defenders Of The Faith" because when I think of Priest, I think of this album. All the classic tunes from this album are undeniable and I feel that this was the epitome of the band both sound/image wise and that they were at the top of their career at this point in time. The album was also released in 1984, which I feel was an outstanding and defining time for Heavy Metal and where the genre really solidified. There is no filler on the entire album and I can easily listen to it from beginning to end, regardless, of the day, time or how I am feeling. The songs are timeless and simply everything about the album screams "MASTERPIECE".
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I voted "Painkiller" as it has only hits. Second choice would be "Defenders Of The Faith"....
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Don't even have to think about it twice. STAINED CLASS!
Along with Sad Wings it's their most HEAVY (in terms of thematical and lyrical approach and emotional resonance) and complete album. It feels like a classic and it plays like a classic. Painkiller feels to me just a collection of great songs, even classic songs. But it doesn't feel so MONUMENTAL as stained class does to me. I so miss the subtly dark and lyrical JP of the 70s. But don't get me wrong I still love defenders and painkiller!
Exciter could quite possibly be my favourite metal song.
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Painkiller is the best album in the world, ever, in my opinion so for me it's an easy call to make. It's simply the perfect heavy metal album and I don't think I will ever come across an album that can really challenge it.
That, being said, of course Priest have done other albums that are amazing. Behind Painkiller, my favourite period is the 70's. Their 1980's is pretty much hit and miss in my opinion. Most albums from that period have downsides and are to uneven to be really great. The sole exception would be Defenders of the Faith, which is nearly flawless. Even Screaming for Vengeance I feel has some shit songs on it and I think it is over rated as an album.
I must mention the recent Nostradamus too. I truly think that Judas Priest has, against all odds, forged another classic. This album is of a quality I never would have thought that they could ever reach again.
The suckiest Priest album would have to be Demolition I think. I like about half the songs on Jugulator though.
So, roughly, this is my liking of Priest:
1. Painkiller (undisputed)
2. 1976-1978: Sad Wings of Destiny through Killing Machine
3. Defenders of the Faith
4. Nostradamus
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Post#6 » Thu Aug 28, 2008 10:11 am
I agree almost 100% with Mordred BUT my favourite would be sad wings of destiny and after that Painkiller and on third place defenders of the faith. I totally agree about the 80's albums, there are some great songs to be found there but there are to many fillers.
If I'd put up a top 5 it would probably be like this:
1. Sad wings of destiny
2. Painkiller
4. Stained Class (aaargh all four of these albums are almost as good!)
5. Sin after sin
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Painkiller!
Although their influence at the time was pretty much thrash bands they redefined Speed Metal and made a milestone classic that has since never been matched (Even though Running Wild may have come fairly close). The perfect mix of traditional influences mixed with a dose of youthful speed and aggression and you have Speed Metal at it's best. All musicians are at the best of their game and Scott Travis adds drumming far better to anything done previous to that point and adds a template of beats that would become used more in the decades to follow.
Screaming For Vengeance would have to be my second favourite, I actually think this and Defenders come quite close but this comes out a little on top. Has a better flow and direction and no "Night Comes Down". Which is a pretty average Priest ballad in my opinion.
Out of the 70's stuff I adore "Sad Wings of Destiny" and "Unleashed in the East" (I've always seen this as a "best of" for the whole 70's era Priest sound with generally better recordings of the song). Maybe it should be added here? I've heard it has enough overdubs to be considered more of a studio album . "Stained Class" I've always found overrated to be honest, almost to the point of it being the worst 70's era Priest album (only rivaled my "Rocka Rolla"). Neither are bad albums (PRIEST RULE!!!) but both aren't as good as say "Sin After Sin" which I think rules and is underrated as hell.
Order best to worst (Something like this I'm not really sure):
Screaming For Vengeance
Defenders of the Faith
Unleashed in the East
Sin After Sin
Ram It Down
Point of Entry
Hell Bent For Leather
Stained Class
British Steel
Priest ...Live!!!
Angel of Retribution
Ripper stuff...
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Into the night that you'll never remember"
kinda hard to choose.. by now, I like most Priest albums equally, only some less then the rest, which would be: Point of Entry, Ram it Down (where are those who considered this the best Priest album?? I am quite sure I read that here somewhere.. ) and maybe Angel of Retribution (plus of course the Ripper albums) - about Nostradamus I am not sure yet. I think it's at least better then AoR ( ) but quite ambitious and not easy to get into for me until now.
If I really should choose some outstanders those would be Sad Wings of Destiny, Defenders of the Faith and Painkiller. Sad Wings maybe musically their best, but I am ashamed to say I really discovered it only about 5 years ago and therefore it hadn't a chance to reach the same personal historical value as esp Defenders. Painkiller blows you away for sure, but my vote goes to Defenders of the Faith, my first Priest album and one of the first metal LPs I got!
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2. Stained Class
5. Screaming For Vengeance
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Post#10 » Thu Aug 28, 2008 1:00 pm
Defenders of the faith. Killer riffs, amazing guitar duels and a Rob Halford who sings his ass off. Also 5 of the best 100 metal songs are in there: The Sentinel, Freewheel Burning, Rock Hard Ride Free, Jawbreaker and Heavy Duty.
Screaming for vengeance follows, then Painkiller and Sad Wings.
Sin after Sin would have been much better with a sharper and more metallic production, but the guy whose name i won't mention and whose main band i despise took care of it. Not that i don't like it, Dissident aggressor, Starbreaker etc are killer tunes, but....
I liked Jugulator a lot, but that was not Judas Priest i heard there, just an aggressive pantera influenced album with skullcrushing vocals.
Demolition is probably their worst effort.
Angel and Nostradamus had very few good moments, but they are very far from great or even good as a whole. I don't even have them in my collection and for the time being i don't intend to add them either.
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About the Ripper era albums, it's a shame those didn't sound more like classic Priest and that the songs didn't quite cut it (except for some great ones on Jugulator) because that would really have allowed Ripper to shine. Let's face it, Ripper Owens is simply the best there is as of today. No one is a match for him.
His performance on the Iced Earth album "The Glorious Burden" (2004) is the best metal vocals I have heard this decade. That album itself is great too, check it out if you haven't already.
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Painkiller.
Oh boy we listened to it when we were teenagers. Drinking homemade booze and listening to Painkiller. Oh my what memories come to my mind.
From eighties albums my favorite would be Screaming For Vengeance and Defenders Of The Faith. Perfect metal albums. Seventies nro one for me is Killing Machine followed closely by Sin After Sin (second JP album I bought) & every else album they recorded in 70's.
Ripper is God. I think he is not only the best there is today, but quite possibly one the greatest ever. The dude can do whatever he wants with his voice.
Man, i just remember his performance at the monumental Hear of a killer and a slight shiver went down my spine...
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I've checked Stained Class because that some of my favorite songs are there but I really can't help to make a real choice. Any album up from Sad Wings of Destiny up to British Steel are masterpieces to me.
I don't care much for Rocka Rolla, and Point of Entry shows some lame songs and after it goes worse and worse, until Painkiller that is a killer album, maybe a perfect album in a way -an album with no superfluous note- but it lacks the charm of the 70's albums IMO.
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NIOSH recommends that employers consider limiting worker exposures to 85 dBA rather than the OSHA PEL of 90 dBA. The calculator supports most OSHA and ISO regulations used throughout the world, including USA, Canada, United Kingdom and Europe. Audiometric and noise exposure data were obtained from 792 noise-exposed workers from various industries and 380 non-noise exposed workers from the same industries. A variety of work groups with the potential for noise exposure were evaluated as a part of this investigation. He is President-Elect of the National Hearing Conservation Association, having previously served as Director of Communications and Treasurer, and sits on the Noise Committee of the American Industrial Hygiene Association. https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/care-path-for-patients-with-27906. doi = "10.1002/(SICI)1097-0274(200004)37:4<334::AID-AJIM2>3.0.CO;2-Z". NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limits (RELs) are occupational exposure limits recommended by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).They are included in the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards, a guide which presents key information and data in abbreviated tabular … T1 - Comparison of NIOSH noise criteria and OSHA hearing conservation criteria. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Methods: Daily 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) personal noise exposures were obtained for 61 workers using dosimeters set simultaneously to the NIOSH and OSHA Hearing Conservation Amendment (OSHA- HCA) criteria. A variety of work groups with the potential for noise exposure were evaluated as a part of this investigation. The NIOSH Sound Level Meter App is a tool to measure sound levels in the workplace and provide noise exposure parameters to help reduce occupational noise-induced hearing loss. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (U.S.), Comparison of NIOSH noise criteria and OSHA hearing conservation criteria, Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health. keywords = "Hearing conservation, Hearing loss, Noise, Noise exposure standards, Noise-induced hearing loss, Personal noise exposures". This course will provide an overview of cochlear synaptopathy and the potential functional consequences of this pathology. NIOSH recommends to limit exposure to silica dust to 0.05 mg/m3 (50 µg/m3). Together they form a unique fingerprint. View this Course for FREE. His current research interests include exposure assessment for noise and other hazards in occupational and non-occupational settings and development and evaluation of effective occupational and public health interventions. Topics covered include who may be at risk for hearing loss from leisure shooting activities, measures of noise from firearms, strategies to reduce risk of hearing loss in shooters, considerations for fitting hearing protection devices, and highlights of key research in this area. The creation of both NIOSH and OSHA was not accidental. / Sriwattanatamma, Patra; Breysse, Patrick. Hearing conservationists may be surprised to learn that neither the OSHA nor NIOSH limit is designed to protect every worker from suffering any NIHL. Answer: Many modern noise measurement instruments are able to assess noise levels against a number of different occupational noise exposure standards such as OSHA, NIOSH/ACGIH and the EU Physical Agents (Noise) Directive. NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, meaning it looks a lot at chronic on-the-job health issues. The writers of the OSH Act of 1970 knew that improving safety at work would require a regulatory agency as well as a research institution. To calculate the dosage in such scenarios, the partial times at the different sound levels would be added up. Baize: The simplest way to put it is that NIOSH is more research-centered and focused on health, while OSHA is a regulatory committee that enforces safety. Level, in dB A 85 88 90 92 94 95 100 105 110 115 OSHA PEL 16 8 4 2 1 0.5 0.25 NIOSH REL 8 4 1 0.25 Figure 1. Understanding Noise Exposure Limits: Occupational vs. General Environmental Noise. Should the new NIOSH recommendation on noise measurement be adopted as standard, the number of workers to be enrolled in a hearing loss prevention program was estimated to increase by 2.7-fold from 23% to 75% of the study population. NIOSH is governed by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention whereas OSHA is an office within the Department of Labor. OSHA and NIOSH criteria are shown in Figure 1. The recorded course can be viewed here: audiologyonline.com/ceus/recordedcoursedetails.asp?class_id=11395. For example, OSHA permits an exposure to 105 dBA for one hour per day, while NIOSH recommends that such an exposure last less than 5 minutes. High noise levels in plants or businesses can cause hearing damage for employees, and these federal or state mandated requirements are intended to reduce hearing loss risk. This means that when the noise level is increased by 5 dBA, the amount of time a person can be exposed to a certain noise level to receive the same dose is cut in half. In addition to using a lower exposure limit than OSHA, the NIOSH standard uses a more protective 3 dB exchange rate that results in shorter allowable exposures at high noise levels than those of the OSHA regulation. In addition to exposure limits, OSHA also has specific guidelines for compliance with health and safety standards. OSHA's maximum permissible (as opposed to day-long average) exposure limit is 90 dBA for all workers for an eight-hour day. The following formula can be used to determine the percent dose for a day with different sound levels: D – The percentage dose Cn – The actual hours at a certain sound level Tn– The allowable time for that sound level (from T… It is designed to represent best scientific practice.The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) exposure limit is regulatory - this is law and must be complied with. A variety of work groups with the potential for noise exposure were evaluated as a part of this investigation. The graph below compares these two limits. Exchange rate is the increase in the noise exposure level that can be allowed for every halving of duration, with apparently the same hazard leading to hearing. Page - 2 Issue Description and Definition OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 MSHA 30 CFR Part 62 NIOSH Pub. Conclusions: The results of this study indicate that if the NIOSH criteria are to be adopted as an OSHA standard, there is likely to be a substantial increase in the number of workers in hearing conservation programs. Many of these regulations set limits for worker exposure to various substances. Comparing Standards for Safe Noise-Exposure Many people think of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) when they think of protecting workers' health. Understanding and minimizing the risks associated with noise exposures are the keys to preventing noise-related hearing loss. He is also a Candidate in the Environmental and Occupational Hygiene PhD program at UW. Tinnitus is more than just ears. Where OSHA rules that 2 hours of exposure at 100 dB is permissible before sustaining noise-induced hearing loss, NIOSH suggests only 15 minutes of exposure at the same noise level. This course discusses best practices care for the music industry. A variety of work groups with the potential for noise exposure were evaluated as a part of this investigation. Should the new NIOSH recommendation on noise measurement be adopted as standard, the number of workers to be enrolled in a hearing loss prevention program was estimated to increase by 2.7-fold from 23% to 75% of the study population. Typically, workers may be exposed to different noise levels during the course of an eight-hour shift. early childhood education To create a more healthful workplace, NIOSH recommends an approa… Methods: Daily 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) personal noise exposures were obtained for 61 workers using dosimeters set simultaneously to the NIOSH and OSHA Hearing Conservation Amendment (OSHA- HCA) criteria. protect workers against the health effects of exposure to hazardous substances and agents encountered in the workplace SpeechPathology.com Implications of this research for musicians and other performing artists with loud sound exposure will be discussed. Loud noise at work can damage hearing. Responding is James Tingay, Cirrus Noise Monitoring/OHD consultant, OHD LLLP, Hoover, AL. Results: Noise dose based on the NIOSH criteria was higher than the corresponding OSHA-HCA noise dose with differences in noise exposures measured under the two criteria equal to 6.6 dBA. 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Community Highlight Entertainment Music United KingdomSeptember 23, 2020
British-Asian Music Artist Hana Irene Fuses Bollywood and TikTok Favourites to Create her Lockdown EP
By Arisa Loomba
For many of us, the COVID-19 lockdown turned out to be an unexpectedly productive and inspiring period. This was certainly the case for 22-year-old Hana Irene, a London-based music artist of part Kashmiri descent, who could probably show the rest of us with up with how she used her time — to finally sit down, plan and create her own music.
Like for everyone else, the arrival of the pandemic came as a huge shock to the system but it also provided a fresh opportunity to experiment with new sounds and genres. Writing an EP from her bedroom using just an iPad and a microphone, Hana has done it all — independently producing, writing and self-funding her own music.
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Fusing storytelling is "part of her DNA" and Hana cites how her mixed heritage and upbringing have made her appreciate how cultures can blend and universal themes like love, sadness, longing, nostalgia and hope are expressed in both to tell a story. The lifelong influence of Bollywood has also shaped her creative output. She tells me:
When I was little, my grandma used to have on all the classic Indian films like "Hero" and "Laila Majnu," which were all dramatic love stories that also placed a heavy weighting on music and dance to push the narrative along and emphasise a character's love, pain or anger.
The "A False Story of Love" track, from her first EP "for the night drive," which was essentially a club-style song, with sitar sounds included, that pays homage to the Indian cinema influence and is inspired by one particular iconic singer:
One artist I couldn't get out of my head was Lata Mangeshkar — I just fell in love with her voice. When I was a little older, my mum showed me the 1960 film "Mughal-E-Azam," which features a song called "Mohabbat Ki Jhooti Kahani Pe Roy" which explores the idea of a false story of love.
Beyond childhood inspirations passed down by her Nani, Hana's Western musical cues are taken from summer lockdown evenings listening to The Beatles, Lana Del Ray and Hozier. The EP strives to capture the mood of a summer romance amongst the flowers, accompanied by portable vintage radios on picnic blankets.
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Yet her music also pays homage to the more addictive habits that emerged in lockdown life; referencing her music artists Benee, girl in red and Surf Mesa, all of whom gained huge popularity via social media app TikTok:
If it wasn't for lockdown, I wouldn't have downloaded TikTok or had all this time to get inspired and want to try something new musically.
Social media is of course becoming an increasingly important aspect of our lives, particularly for an independent artist who relies on people sharing her work. Hana says she is lucky to have hugely supportive followers who lift her and her music up, as did the Twitter music community:
The pandemic did help in a weird way — more people were online every day and had the time to listen to things.
On the process of making music in her bedroom, on her iPad, Hana explains that she creates the music and base before writing the lyrics; trialing out drum kits, guitar and a range of new sounds to capture the indie mood of her work:
Once the music is done, I then have the timing sorted and the song-writing comes naturally. It will perhaps take me an hour or two to write the song.
Hana grew up writing poetry, so flow and rhyme feel second nature to her. She sends her final draft to a musician friend for the final polishes (all currently conducted virtually). Constantly experimenting with sound and genre, her musical mood changes according to the season and weather.
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Before "Days In The Sun" in December 2019, Hana released "for the night drive" alongside two singles (all available on Spotify). This earlier music was inspired by artists like The Weeknd and Alina Baraz, taking on a more alternative R&B soundscape that is more melancholic to suit winter days, compared to the upbeat, lighter tones of her summer lockdown tunes. Hana has big aspirations for her music yet:
I would love to have my music featured on a Spotify Editorial Playlist or on BBC [Music] Introducing because I want to grow my audience and connect with people. I am also looking to do a few collaborations with other artists in my circle (a lot are from my time at university or friends of friends who are on the same path as me in that respect). Ultimately, I would love to be able to earn a living from making music and to perform live someday — just to grow more confident with this — and to understand how that side of things works logistically.
After graduating, Hana began working for an investment management company, combining her business acumen and creativity by doing marketing and SEO. But she also loves blogging and writing about music on her website (when she's not exploring London or watching Netflix) and dreams of writing a novel or screenplay one day.
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Hana feels lucky to have been supported and encouraged by her family to follow a creative path and wants other brown girls to experience the same:
My mum is probably my biggest fan (how cliché!). She would always tell me to pursue my dreams and keep going no matter what and would take us to see live concerts and introduce us to classic films and cult films, so that we grew up constantly inspired by new forms of creativity; be it with art, music, film or theatre.
My family are all incredibly supportive as well. My grandparents request to have my music played to them on the speakers and my cousins always share my music on their social media and get their friends on board too which is wonderful. Overall, it has been very positive and I am so grateful to all my friends and family who have kind words to say about my projects.
Hana appreciates that not all South Asian households are as supportive as her own and is open to fellow artists reaching out for discussion and support (DM her on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook):
I can only imagine how much potential talent is out there and yet, we are never allowed to witness it. My own household was unconventional for a brown girl I suppose. My sister and I did grow up in a single-parent household, so there was also a massive emphasis on female energy and being independent as a woman, which I think has shaped me as a person considerably.
For now, Hana is working on a full album, which she hopes to release next year, with a new song to drop very soon. Her advice for other brown girls wanting to follow a creative path is fearlessness, learning from your mistakes, networking and being smart with your money.
Not everyone will support you, like your work or help you but there will also be people who love it and give you the best feedback, which will encourage you to keep going.
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Federico Sciurano (Ushuaia, 13 de febrero de 1967) es un empresario y político argentino, perteneciente a la Unión Cívica Radical (UCR) que ejerció como intendente de Ushuaia entre 2007 y 2015. Fue también candidato a gobernador de la provincia de Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur por la coalición Unir Tierra del Fuego, resultando derrotado en segunda vuelta por Rosana Bertone.

Trayectoria

Primeros años y carrera
Nacido en 1967, entre 1987 y 1998 se desempeñó mayormente en el ámbito privado, con actividad en diversos emprendimientos empresariales y comerciales. En la década de 1990 fue uno de los fundadores y primer presidente del Club Atlético Las Águilas de Ushuaia.

Comenzó su carrera política como concejal de Ushuaia por la Unión Cívica Radical en 1999, siendo reelegido para dicho cargo en 2003. En 2001 fue elegido para formar parte de la Convención Constituyente que redactó la carta orgánica del municipio, que fue sancionada en marzo de 2002.

Intendente de Ushuaia
En 2007 se presentó como candidato a intendente de Ushuaia por la UCR. Los comicios tuvieron lugar el 12 de noviembre del mismo año, y Sciurano resultó elegido con aproximadamente el 32% de los votos sobre el 17% de Liliana Fadul, del Partido Federal Fueguino. La UCR logró además dos de las siete bancas del Concejo Deliberante. Sciurano asumió el cargo el 10 de diciembre de 2007, convirtiéndose en el primer radical en acceder al cargo desde Adolfo José Cano, el primero de la democracia, en 1983. Resultaría reelecto en 2011 al recibir 10.695 votos (33.17%) derrotando nuevamente a Fadul, que recibió 8.014 (24.86%).

Candidatura a gobernador de 2015

A finales de 2014 y 2015 la UCR llegó a un pacto con el Movimiento Popular Fueguino (MOPOF) para formar una coalición que disputará las elecciones provinciales venideras. La alianza se configuró bajo el nombre "Unir Tierra del Fuego" (UnirTDF) y recibió el apoyo externo del partido Propuesta Republicana (PRO) y más levemente del Frente Renovador (FR). Otros cuatro partidos provinciales menores: Impulso Fueguino, Juntos por Tierra del Fuego, Encuentro Solidario Independiente y Nueva Generación, adhirieron a la alianza. Sciurano fue proclamado candidato a gobernador, con la senadora mopofista Miriam Ruth Boyadjian como compañera de fórmula. En su campaña trató de desmarcarse de la creciente polarización nacional entre el kirchnerista Daniel Scioli y el opositor Mauricio Macri, declarando que "podemos gobernar bien tanto con Scioli como con Macri". Durante la mayor parte de la campaña, las encuestas predijeron un empate técnico entre Sciurano y la candidata del Frente para la Victoria (FpV), Rosana Bertone.

Las elecciones generales se realizaron el domingo 21 de junio con un contundente triunfo para el Frente para la Victoria, que logró las tres intendencias de la provincia (Ushuaia, Río Grande, Tolhuin) y la mayoría absoluta en la legislatura provincial con 8 de los 15 escaños. Unir Tierra del Fuego logró polarizar notoriamente la elección al lograr los 7 escaños restantes. En la elección gubernativa, Bertone estuvo a un punto porcentual de acceder a la gobernación en primera vuelta con el 49.02% de los votos válidos contra el 39.71% de Sciurano, pasando ambos a una segunda vuelta el 28 de junio. A pesar de la monopolización del FpV de la mayoría de los cargos electos, el balotaje entre Sciurano y Bertone fue altamente polarizado, pero de todas formas la segunda se impuso con el 51.91% contra 48.09%, ganando la gobernación por un escaso margen de 3.314 votos. Sciurano admitió la derrota ese mismo día y felicitó a su contrincante.

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Nacidos en Ushuaia
Intendentes de municipios de Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur
Políticos de la Unión Cívica Radical

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Whether you land at LAX or drive into the city, the first thing to do when visiting LA is eat at In-N-Out Burger. The fast-food restaurant is known for its cult following and only has locations on the West Coast. While there are only three burger varieties — a hamburger, cheeseburger, or double-double — many In-N-Outs serve "secret" menu items. Try asking for french fries "animal style." That is regular french fries with a heaping of grilled onions, cheese and In-N-Out's special sauce on top.
Los Angeles is known as the home of Hollywood. Take a trip downtown and walk down Hollywood Boulevard, a street dedicated to movie making magic. The street is home to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where people can take pictures next to star-shaped plaques dedicated to their favorite celebrities. A few steps away is the Chinese Theatre, which still hosts movie premieres. Not too far away is a view of the famous Hollywood sign.
Sports fans looking for things to do in LA should check out a game at Dodger Stadium. The stadium is home to the Los Angeles Dodgers and known for no-hitter games. Fans should try the famous Dodger Dog. Served either steamed or grilled, the foot-long hot dog is sold to more than 2 million fans each season. The stadium just installed a new statue dedicated to Jackie Robinson, the first African American player in the Major League Baseball team.
Angelenos are known for enjoying the freshest fruits and vegetables at the historic Farmers Market. The market has more than 100 vendors serving foods from all ethnicities. Try a handful of fresh cherries, a guacamole-topped taco or homemade ice cream for dessert. After visiting the market, take a trolley to The Grove next door. The Grove is a shopping area that features a beautiful water fountain in its center. Stay for a little while, and there is a good chance you can catch one of the many live shows performed near the fountain.
Venice Beach is home to the quirky side of Los Angeles. The boardwalk is home to a variety of vendors, street performers and food trucks. Millions visit the beach each year, making it a great place for people watching. The beach offers a variety of volleyball courts, handball courts and a bike trail. There are also basketball courts, but be prepared to bring your A-game. Professional basketball players have been recruited from the Venice courts.
The best chance of running into a celebrity is on Rodeo Drive. The two-mile street runs through Beverly Hills, and it's common to see the latest luxury cars parked along the sidewalk. Rodeo Drive is the hub for Los Angeles fashion. Many high end stores are along Two Rodeo Drive in buildings modeled after shopping alleys in Europe. The street has made a cameo in movies such as Beverly Hills Cop and Shrek 2. Take a walk on Rodeo Drive keep your eyes peeled just in case your favorite actress walks by.
The Los Angeles Griffith Park and Observatory are great places to get in touch with nature. Covering more than 4,000 acres, the park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. A short hike through the park will lead to the observatory. The facility has stunning views of the city and the Hollywood sign. Admission to the observatory is free. The observatory houses a model of the solar system, a statue of Albert Einstein and a telescope that projects an image of the Sun.
Try your hand at winning a giant stuffed animal at the Santa Monica Pier. The pier is a historic landmark that is more than 100 years old. There is an amusement park, arcade and solar paneled Ferris wheel. The pier has been featured in a variety of movies and television shows such as Forrest Gump, Iron Man and Grey's Anatomy. Both the Ferris Wheel and roller coaster light up at night. While it is fun all year round, the pier is great to visit during the summer. There are weekly concerts and outdoor movie screenings that are often free to the public.
California is home to many vineyards, and there are plenty that do wine tasting tours near downtown Los Angeles. Bring a few friends and try new flavors of your favorite red or white wine. A few vineyards also serve fresh cheeses from nearby farms.
As you can see, you have chosen a great city to move to. Los Angeles has an abundance of things to offer its residents spanning everything from delicious seafood to celebrity sightings. No matter your interests, your new home has something for you.
The no-nonsense way of ordering is perfect. If you are in a rush, simply don't come because they are not a microwave place. You get fresh food for a very decent price.
Replacing a toilet handle is one of the easiest — and most-common — DIY projects. Here's what you need to know.
Is your toilet flush handle broken, rusted, pocked, or just plain and old-fashioned looking? Maybe it's always loose, no matter how many times you tighten that nut on the inside of the tank?
Replacing it with a new flush handle updates the look of the toilet — and therefore, the whole bathroom — and takes care of annoying wiggles.
It's an affordable, easy, do-it-yourself job, says Mt Pleasant, S.C., handyman Tim Shaw, who specializes in low-cost bathroom makeovers.
1) Open the tank. Remove the tank lid and set it on a spread-out towel in an out-of-the-way spot (be careful — porcelain is brittle). Look for a model name or number printed inside the tank (as well as the brand name on the outside), and write that information down. It may come in handy when you buy a replacement handle.
2) Unhook the lift chain. You'll see that the handle is attached to a long arm inside the tank, and that the arm is linked to a chain that lifts the flush valve. Note which hole the chain is hooked to (there are usually three or more holes on the arm) and then unhook the clasp that holds the chain to the arm.
3) Remove the old handle. Use a crescent wrench to remove the nut inside the tank that holds the handle in place. Be careful: For the vast majority of toilets, the nut has left-handed threads, which means they turn in the reverse direction of a normal nut. If you were to face the nut directly, you'd turn it clockwise to loosen it.
Don't force it, because if you turn it hard the wrong way (or the wrench slips and slams into the tank wall), you could crack the porcelain. If the nut is rusted in place, give it a shot of lubricant, such as WD-40, and try again. Once you loosen the nut, remove it by hand, and slide the arm through the hole.
4) Purchase a replacement. The replacement part you need is called a "toilet trip lever" and it includes the handle and swing arm. They retail for under $20, but models for high-end toilets may cost $50 to $100. Though some trip levers are labeled as universal replacements, there really is no such thing. There are differences between the length and angles of the arms, the placement on the tank (left or right, front or side), and the style and finish of the handle.
Go to a plumbing supply or home center that sells your toilet brand, and ask your retailer for help choosing the right fit. Show them the model number and brand name of your toilet.
5) Attach the new handle. Use a soapy scrub sponge to clean any mildew or rust stains off the porcelain around the handle hole. Remove the nut from the new handle, and insert the arm into the hole. Slide the nut back over the arm and hand-turn it onto the handle base — again, remembering that it's likely a left-handed thread.
Use a crescent wrench to firm it up, but don't over-tighten or you could crack the porcelain.
6) Attach the chain. Clip it to the same hole as on the old arm. Then do some test flushes. You want the flush mechanism to open and close fully. If the chain is too loose, the tank won't drain fully. If too tight, the chain may prevent the flush valve from seating properly, causing it to leak continually.
Adjust by switching which hole the chain is clipped to, or by adjusting the chain up or down a link or two. Keep testing until the flush works just right. Once you're satisfied, replace the tank lid and you're done.
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All Bound Up Together
The Woman Question in African American Public Culture, 1830–1900
The place of women's rights in African American public culture has been an enduring question, one that has long engaged activists, commentators, and scholars. All Bound Up Together explores the roles black women played in their communities' social movements and the consequences of elevating women into positions of visibility and leadership. Martha Jones reveals how, through the nineteenth century, the ''woman question'' was at the core of movements against slavery and for civil rights. Unlike white women activists, who often created their own institutions separate from men, black women, Jones explains, often organized within already existing institutions - churches, political organizations, mutual aid societies, and schools. Covering three generations of black women activists, Jones demonstrates that their approach was not unanimous or monolithic but changed over time and took a variety of forms, from a woman's right to control her body to her right to vote. Through a far-ranging look at politics, church, and social life, Jones demonstrates how women have helped shape the course of black public culture. The John Hope Franklin Series in African American History and Culture
Martha S. Jones
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Fun Facts About Harry Potter's Owl (and other Fantastic Beasts)
Facts About Harry Potter's Owl
Real snowy owls
They like the cold
They don't live in trees
Tell age by their coloring
They're not nocturnal
Not the only strange creatures
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Do you remember Hedwig, Harry Potter's white owl? Did you know that the white Snow Owl is found in Iceland? Here you can find all about Snow Owls and other Fantastic Beasts living in Iceland!
The Harry Potter films have no shortage of spellbinding creatures. From dragons and giants to the winged Hippogriff, readers and filmgoers have been captivated by these fantastic beasts for decades
But maybe the most intriguing and popular of them all lives among us in the real world. The snowy owl has always been a huge part of the Potter saga. As fans know, the boy wizard received a snowy owl (named Hedwig) as a birthday gift and it stayed by his side ever since. And rumor has it that these feathery scene-stealers will play a major role in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
Iceland plays host to the snowy owl, and as you'd expect, it is one of the reasons people (ahem) flock to the most hospitable country in the Arctic. Be sure to read our beautiful Icelandic wildlife guide to learn more about the other exciting animals which live in Iceland.
Here are some fun facts about our feathered friends…
Real snowy owls were used in the Harry Potter films
Many of the animals you see in films are computer-generated. However, while special effects were used in some owl moments in the Potter films, Harry's friend Hedwig was played by a number of real snowy owls. We even know these performers' names: Gizmo, Kasper, Oops, Swoops, Oh Oh, Elmo and Bandit.
The reason why the filmmakers were able to use real owls in many scenes is because these birds are very intelligent and able to respond to instructions as well as memorize complex tasks – they make surprisingly good actors!
They like the cold more than you do
As you might imagine, the snowy owls favor cold climates. They can be found in chilly climes like Alaska, Northern Canada, Greenland and (the next stop southeast) Iceland.
The best places to spot them in Iceland are in the Central Highlands or in the Eastfjords. Snowy owls are regular visitors to Iceland all year-round, but are not technically native here, so birdwatchers are always eager to catch a glimpse of these beautiful birds.
It's hard to picture an owl not sitting on a branch (or wearing glasses or reading a book for that matter). Contrary to what you might think, snowy owls live in tundra, those vast, wide landscapes where trees and cities don't tend to grow. They spot their prey from the ground or short posts, keeping their eyes and ears open for small rodents to snack on (especially poor lemmings).
You can tell males' age by their coloring
Snowy owls are famous for their thick white feathers, but they're actually a mix of colors, with white at the fore. If you're lucky, you might spot an aging male: Their plumage gets whiter as they get older (much like humans!). Females stay the same colors throughout their lives – white and brown.
When you think of owls, you probably imagine them sleeping during the day and doing their hunting at night. And in most cases, that is correct. Not so for the snowy owl, though: Unlike many of the species, they prefer to hunt during the day and sleep at night.
This is another reason for their popularity among bird watchers: They're considerate enough to maintain the same hours as humans!
They're not the only strange creatures you'll meet in Iceland
Compared to many countries, Iceland is relatively untouched: Its population is small, its countryside vast and its animals are varied and endlessly captivating.
Popular wildlife in Iceland include the Icelandic gyrfalcon (a possible influence on the Hippogriff from Harry Potter, which it resembles in appearance and name), the color-changing Arctic fox, puffins, seals and more than twenty species of whale.
In Iceland, the sky changes appearance as the Northern Lights emerge, the biggest creatures on the planet emerged from the water, and Harry Potter's flying friend might be spotted swiveling its head in the tundra. Just like in a busy train station, where the steam engine to Hogwarts is hidden in Platform 9 ¾, magic is everywhere if you know how to look!
You can find out more about Iceland's incredible wildlife, including the snowy owl, in this Icelandic wildlife guide. (Don't forget to enjoy with sound on for a full wildlife documentary experience!)
If you're keen to experience the real thing, check out more info on all kinds of animal activities, from horse riding to whale watching here.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald opens worldwide on November 16th, 2018.
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Glacier Hiking from Solheimajokull
Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel Tour
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Explore Raufarholshellir, one of the largest Lava Caves in Iceland
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Whale Watching Tour From Reykjavík
Family Tour with Humpback whales, Minke whales, Porpoises & Dolphins
Reykjavík Horse Riding Tour
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Explore the lava fields surrounding Mt.Helgafell volcano
Seals in Iceland - All About the Icelandic Seals
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Iceland is the puffin watching capital of the world. Bird watchers and scientists from all over the world come to Iceland to see this interesting species for themselves. Thanks to their incredibly cute and funny appearance, puffin watching ...


At BYDS we have an amazing collection of ancillary activities, students experience a minimum of 8 hours weekly exploring music, art, Spanish, Hebrew, and physical growth and development. As they progress through school our students enjoy even more time, a minimum of 12 hours weekly for our 5th graders, in these specialty courses.
BYDS specialist programs provide students with additional opportunities to lead, imagine, create, and shine during the school day. All specialist courses support and enhance the core curricular lessons taught at each grade level, and in each grade, they integrate with core instruction for certain major projects.
You will find art everywhere at BYDS, not just inside our daylit art lab. Students are given the chance to connect to their creative self and at the same time build their self-esteem. They are encouraged to become creative problem solvers as they find a solution to a problem that does not have only one right answer. Throughout the year the children will experiment with a variety of art materials as they learn new skills and techniques. They will be exposed to great works of art as they develop an understanding of the elements of art and principles of design. Several of the projects created in art will be integrated with what they are learning in both their secular and Judaica classes. One of the highlights of the art program is that every student will be introduced to basic ceramic techniques as they create a special holiday project out of clay that will be fired in the school kiln. As you pass through the BYDS hallways you will always find the artistic talent of our students displayed throughout the school!
The music program at BYDS instills an appreciation and understanding of different styles of music. Each grade level leads a beautiful Shabbat service once during the school year. The children also prepare for our annual Thanksgiving program and other special events throughout the year. Musical theory and basic note reading are introduced to our students starting at the age of 3. Students in grades 2-5 are welcome to join choir — an extra-curricular ensemble that performs throughout the school year at synagogue occasions, school programs and community events.
From Kindergarten through 5th Grade, Spanish is taught during the regular school day as a third language. The Spanish program provides the students with the opportunity to learn a new language that will open many doors in their future. It is proven that students who study a foreign language like Hebrew and Spanish in BYDS score statistically higher on standardized test conducted in English. The focus of the program is on Spanish conversation. By learning another language, they also develop greater creativity and problem-solving skills. The curriculum starts with basic vocabulary through songs and movement and culminates in 5th grade with a joint Hebrew/Spanish project.
In Early Childhood, students practice Hebrew in song, in the synagogue, and through holiday and life cycle-oriented activities. All grades in Early Childhood experience an engaging Shabbat program on Friday mornings starting in the CDO program. Twos and Threes students participate in Hebrew classes once a week; in Pre-K they begin to visit Hebrew class for two periods per week. During Hebrew classes, they engage in various modalities of learning including art and music. Hebrew language exposure incorporates a strong spiral curriculum based on the 5 Cs of the World-Readiness for learning languages: Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons and Communities. Our mission is to teach traditional knowledge and promote meaningful experiences. We promote pride in our Jewish heritage and commitment to our people and moral principles.
This program promotes lifelong wellness that engages students of all skill levels. Our coach teaches skills in a fun, non-competitive way so students feel challenged and have fun during PE. Starting in Pre-K, children are taught appropriate skills to succeed in various sporting activities, where they are encouraged to participate and strive to do their best. Each month focuses on a different unit that includes but not limited to basketball, soccer, Jump Rope for Heart, baseball, fitness workouts, and team-building activities. Each grade follows the same unit and depending on the grade/skill level, adjustments to the unit are made to accommodate the students. Our students are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and cooperation.
The library is an instructional center and service agency that is built in to support the curriculum of the school. From the very beginning when we start teaching kids in kindergarten, we want them to become information literate in their journey of reading both for instruction and pleasure and well acquainted with a libraries purpose as well as enhance their future knowledge. Our library provides a "Book Fair" twice a year to our families. The librarian selects books appropriate for the reading levels of each grade. A "Young Authors' Celebration" is planned yearly, bringing published authors, illustrators and creative artists for young audiences from across the country to our school to provide interactive workshops. The library also hosts Celebrate Texas Day every spring. It is truly the hub of our school.