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Vancouver, British Columbia, April 6, 2021 – Hemisphere Energy Corporation (TSX-V: HME) ("Hemisphere" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that effective April 6, 2021, it will commence trading on the OTCQX Venture Marketplace ("OTCQX") under the symbol "HMENF". U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.
The OTCQX Market is designed for established, investor-focused U.S. and international companies. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Graduating to the OTCQX Market from the OTCQX Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors.
Don Simmons, President and CEO of Hemisphere Energy Corporation, commented: “We are excited to graduate to the OTCQX Market, which will provide Hemisphere with increased accessibility and liquidity for our U.S. investors. We are at a transformational time in the growth of our company and this exposure will help get our story out there to a group of new investors that we welcome”.
About Hemisphere Energy Corp.
Hemisphere is a Canadian oil company focused on sustainable growth of its high netback, low decline conventional heavy oil assets through water and polymer flood enhanced recovery methods. Please see the Company’s updated corporate presentation for more details at www.hemisphereenergy.ca.
About OTC Markets Group Inc.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates the OTCQX® Best Market, the OTCQX® Venture Market and the Pink® Open Market for 11,000 U.S. and global securities. Through OTC Link® ATS and OTC Link ECN, we connect a diverse network of broker-dealers that provide liquidity and execution services. We enable investors to easily trade through the broker of their choice and empower companies to improve the quality of information available for investors.
Don Simmons, President & Chief Executive Officer
Telephone: (604) 685-9255
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Other Advisories
This document contains forward-looking information. This information relates to future events and the Company’s future performance. All information and statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature constitute forward-looking information, and the words “may”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “expect”, “plan”, “intend”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “propose”, “predict”, “potential”, “continue”, “aim”, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology are generally intended to identify forward-looking information. Such information represents the Company’s internal projections, estimates, expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions, intentions or statements about future events or performance. This information involves known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking information. Hemisphere believes that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable; however, undue reliance should not be placed on this forward-looking information, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions or expectations upon which they are based will occur. This press release contains forward-looking information concerning, among other things, the anticipated advantages of listing in the OTCQX. The reader is cautioned that such information, although considered reasonable by the Company, may prove to be incorrect. A number of risks and other factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking information contained in this document including, but not limited to, the risk that the anticipated benefits of listing on the OTCQX may not be achieved and the risk that the Company may not be able to successfully execute its business strategy or growth plans. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this document are based upon assumptions which management of Hemisphere believes to be reasonable, Hemisphere cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. With respect to forward-looking statements contained in this document, Hemisphere has made assumptions regarding, among other things, increased liquidity and investor profile as a result of the OTCQX listing. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this document and Hemisphere disclaims any intent or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, other than as required by applicable securities laws.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.


Got pimples? Then you may want to try the low-carb lifestyle!
How many of us grew up hearing the advice from well-meaning people to stop eating chocolate and fried foods to help cure our acne when we were teenagers? I know I did and I even tried doing it (with very little success!) thinking that made sense.
But now researchers out of Australia have recently conducted a study that found it wasn't the fat that was making all those zits pop up on our faces, but rather the overabundance of sugary, processed, high-carb foods instead!
Lead researcher Dr. Neil Mann, associate professor of Nutrition and Food Science at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, observed 50 teenage boys with a moderate to severe acne problem over a three-month period to see what impact diet would have on their skin condition.
The study participants were randomly divided into two groups:
HIGH-CARB: Typical teenage diet of refined carbs/processed foods.
LOW-CARB: Healthier diet with more low-GI whole foods.
Obviously, the LOW-CARB group ate more foods that took time for the body to digest and, thus, did not experience the wild swings in their blood sugar which dramatically raises insulin levels that is typical of a HIGH-CARB diet. In fact, most of the carbohydrates that would normally be consumed in a typical teenage diet were replaced with high-quality sources of protein such as red meat and fish in the LOW-CARB group.
At the end of the study, Dr. Mann found the acne among those in the LOW-CARB group had "improved dramatically, by more than half."
You hear that right--the low-glycemic index (GI), low-carb diet that was consumed by the LOW-CARB group reduced their breakouts by more than 50 percent! WOWsers!
"This new evidence suggests that a more natural diet, comprised of minimally processed foods, may serve as a defense against acne," he explained.
The results of this study were presented at a European dermatology conference earlier this month in Greece (have you heard about this study BEFORE now anywhere else in the mainstream media? Hmmmm?).
Dr. Mann said he was surprised by the incredible improvements that the LOW-CARB group saw that were seemingly based solely on their diet, something many dermatologists and health experts have long claimed has no effect on acne.
But Dr. Mann believes the high levels of insulin generated by the typical HIGH-CARB diet that most teenagers eat is the root cause behind their facial breakouts. Lowering the carbohydrate intake of the study participants resulted in a reduction of the insulin levels and a correlating improvement in the production of pimples.
"It's as clear as day," Dr. Mann boasted of the faces in the LOW-CARB group.
He said it is natural for teenagers to develop zits as their bodies go through the typical changes associated with that period in their life.
"When you go through puberty you produce a lot of growth hormone that actually makes you insulin resistant temporarily," he revealed. "With chronically high levels of insulin you're going to get blockages in the pores and extra oil building up under the skin."
Not surprisingly, the typical HIGH-CARB diet makes the problem that much worse which is why putting them on a LOW-CARB diet is an excellent, all-natural way to help bring about drastic improvements in the complexion of adolescents.
"We're convinced the results show that if people do suffer from acne badly this sort of dietary change is going to help them a great deal," Dr. Mann concluded.
Further studies will undoubtedly be conducted in the near future to test this theory regarding the correlation between insulin levels and acne even more which could make for yet another fascinating positive side effect of livin' la vida low-carb. This is yet another reason I wish I had started the low-carb lifestyle a long time ago because I've had BAD breakouts ever since I turned 13.
Before I started the Atkins diet in January 2004 at the age of 32, I was STILL having trouble with pimples. But the condition is 1000% better now three years after I stopped eating sugar and started eating more low-glycemic foods. This is yet another BONUS feature of low-carb living that you may not even realize. Yes, the weight loss is fantastic and I would do it all over again just for that. But I'm so glad to see there are many more reasons for me to keep on livin' la vida low-carb!
You can e-mail Dr. Neil Mann about his study at firstname.lastname@example.org.


Forget the Samsung Galaxy S10 and its hole-punch cutout for the front-facing camera. What you really want is the Samsung Galaxy A80 which delivers one of the craziest form factors we’ve seen in years! We’ve all seen smartphones with sliding displays, rotating cameras and a few with true full-screen displays, but we’ve never seen all those features rolled into one. Well, not until now.
While Samsung has typically used its Galaxy S smartphones to roll out new innovations, its mid-range Galaxy A devices have been used to experiment with new tech lately. The new Samsung Galaxy A80 ticks all the right boxes if you’re looking for a device which will wow your friends. The phones features a 6.7-inch 1,080 x 2,400 AMOLED display which hides a sliding triple camera module which is comprised of a 48MP main sensor, 8MP ultra-wide (123-degrees) secondary sensor and lens and a final 3D depth camera which helps with bokeh shots and 3D mapping of your environment. But the best part about the triple camera is that it rotates so you can use it for regular shots and your selfies.
Other specs include an Exynos Octa Core (2.2GHz Dual + 1.8GHz Hexa) processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, a generous 3,700mAh battery, 25W fast charging and an in-display fingerprint sensor.
Samsung is also testing out a new AI-powered Intelligent performance enhancer which will attempt to predict which apps you will switch to next based on your previous actions. This means that the phone could load up Instagram or Facebook in the background when you’re in the camera app taking a picture if you typically use those services to share your pictures right after you capture them. If it actually does what it promises, the A80 could turn out to be quite an impressive device.
For those worries about mechanical failure when it comes to the sliding and rotating camera module, Samsung is stressing that it has conducted extensive lab testing to ensure that it will last several years of abuse before giving in. That being said, we’re still a bit apprehensive about having a smartphone with not one but two mechanical elements which could fail.
Samsung has not shared exact pricing or availability details, but the Samsung Galaxy A80 should be hitting select markets in Asia and Europe sometime in May. Based on its specs and unique design, we suspect the Samsung Galaxy A80 will sell for at least $750 to $800.
We’re not sure how well the Samsung Galax A80 will sell, but we’re sure that it will be a big hit among the selfie-crazed consumers who are always looking to take the best pictures possible for their Instagram feed. Having a high-end 48MP sensor up front is great, but a 123-degree wide angle lens and a dedicated 3D sensor will likely make the Galaxy A80 the best selfie smartphone on the market.


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What’s worse: processing a tough breakup, or processing a toxic relationship with yourself? “Lonely Bitch”, the latest single from AVIV, could be taken either way depending on your own circumstances. If you’ve been through the loneliness that comes with a sudden separation from someone who filled a lot of your time, this song will definitely hit home for you. But if you’ve isolated yourself from friends and let your brain convince you you’re not good enough, for reasons you can’t fully comprehend? Yeah, this song might be calling you out too. We’re so excited to be premiering the new video for “Lonely Bitch” for you today on Soft Sound Press. You can watch it below, and check out AVIV’s new merch if you want to rep your lonely bitch lifestyle and support a young artist at the same time.
The video has a very familiar quality to it. It makes sense, seeing as AVIV carries a nostalgic vibe in both her music and the visuals that accompany them. But this video took a walk down to a forgotten storage closet in my brain and looked wayyyy in the back to fact-check how I felt when I first watched Lana Del Rey’s “Video Games” video in 2011. Then it replicated the emotion created by combining new footage with old clips that channel the same feeling, and pulled me straight into AVIV’s dream world.
At only fourteen years old, AVIV has created a track that can resonate with any age group. Singing with a wisdom that usually comes from a few decades on this earth, I can only imagine what she has in store for us in the years to come.


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HOPKINTON — Town Counsel Ray Miyares told town officials Tuesday night not to waste any time if they're going to consider to prohibit or put a moratorium on recreational marijuana shops.
He said a number of towns and cities are already grappling with what steps to take in light of the legalization of recreational marijuana. Locally, Southborough is taking steps to ban shops and Ashland is bringing a moratorium to Town Meeting.
"Our recommendation is that if the town is interested in doing something proactive about it is to not dilly-dally," he said. "It should be expedited so it is ready for adoption at the spring Town Meeting."
Question 4, which passed during the Nov. 8 election, allows for the legal sale and possession of recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older. Though smoking marijuana, and growing it, becomes legal on Dec. 15, the state won't allow stores to open until Jan. 1, 2018, under regulations set by the new law.
The meeting brought together Youth and Family Services Director Denise Hildreth, Town Clerk Connor Degan, Health Director Ed Wirtanen, Police Chief Ed Lee, Fire Chief Steve Slaman, Recreation Jay Guelfi and Planning Board Chairman Ken Weismantal to discuss the new law.
Selectmen Chairman Brian Herr said the meeting was only to start the discussion. "It is very premature to think about what we can and should do," he said.
Herr said the ballot question clearly failed in town, 4,814 to 4,444 votes.
"I think Hopkinton does have a message there," he said.
Miyares said the statute allows limits, moratoriums or banning shops. An outright ban of shops, manufacturing or other marijuana facilities would require a Town Meeting vote and ballot question.
He will continue to work on the options and prepare a material for the Planning Board to consider.
Lee said he spoke with a chief in Colorado, where recreational marijuana is already legal.
"He said, 'Gentlemen, Look out. You have a storm coming,'" Lee said.
He said the state will likely see an increased in impaired drivers on the road.
"There is no real test for it," he said, unlike a breath test for alcohol.
Hildreth said while the law is for those 21 and older, statistics in Colorado showed a 20 percent increase in teenage use.
"We are going to see an increase in teen use," she said. "The passage of the law sends the message that marijuana use is harmless."
She said the town needs to seriously consider its regulations and how to educate the public on the impacts of the drug.
Selectman John Coutinho said the statue is poorly written and the new law is already putting pressure on town and cities to come up with regulations.
"It is a shame we have to be put in that position," Coutinho said.
Jonathan Phelps can be reached at 508-626-4338 or email@example.com. Follow him on Twitter @JPhelps_MW.

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I want to thank the Cape’s community leaders, the staff at the Cape Cod Commission, and the people of Cape Cod for your support and dedication to our important and unique regional planning agency. I am honored and privileged to lead a capable and committed team as Acting Executive Director.
Meeting regional housing needs and promoting growth and development in locations with adequate transportation and water quality infrastructure are priorities critical to the Cape economy. Making the Cape less vulnerable through policies and strategies that address our evolving shoreline and impacts from coastal storms is without question a priority regional initiative. And we must continue to seek and secure additional resources to lessen the financial burden of necessary infrastructure on our 15 Cape communities.
I look forward to building environmental and economic resiliency, strengthening community relationships, and designing regional policies and implementation plans to address our greatest challenges.
Most of all, I look forward to collaborating as a region to ensure we keep Cape Cod a special place for decades to come.


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Turn to any news outlet, and you will find a public opinion poll bearing a college or university affiliation, writes Goucher professor Mileah Kromer, but few people on campuses even know how survey labs function, let alone the benefits they provide.


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Amway scores college football poll
Amway is ready for some college football.
Ada-based Amway said last week that it is the first-ever exclusive title sponsor of the USA Today Coaches Poll.
The season-long poll establishes the weekly top 25 college football teams, as voted on by 64 Division I coaches.
Amway said the Amway Coaches Poll will be one of the tools that help determine which teams will play in the new College Football Playoff system in 2014.
The deal with USA Today Sports Media Group allows Amway to be the presenting sponsor of the American Football Coaches Association trophy.
The Waterford Crystal football will be awarded to the No. 1-ranked team — and national champion — in the Amway Coaches Poll, following the conclusion of the college football season.
Amway will also launch a companion Amway Fan Poll at usatoday.com as part of the deal, allowing for a “side-by-side” comparison with the Amway Coaches Poll.
“This partnership gives us an unprecedented platform to showcase the Amway business opportunity to an audience — fans, coaches, mentors — that we believe has a strong affinity for what we offer, which is a chance to own your own business and call your own shots,” said Jim Ayres, managing director of Amway North America.
Ayres added that the sponsorship aligns with the company’s values of “teamwork, leadership and mentorship.”
College football fans will see the partnership come to life through an integrated campaign, including advertising in print and digital, social media, PR and events.
“The Amway Coaches Poll will be one of the most closely watched barometers throughout the season of which teams are most likely to compete for a national title and a symbol of consistency in what has become quite a changing landscape,” said Dave Morgan, president of USA TODAY Sports Media Group.
Grant Teaff, executive director of the AFCA, said that the association’s coaches wanted the poll’s sponsor to be “an all-American company that mirrors the values which coaches instill in their teams and reflects the leadership and dedication of the members.”

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With its stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, vibrant culture, and relatively affordable cost of living, Thailand has emerged as one of the world’s leading retirement destinations. On top of the warmth of its people, retirees are also attracted to the country’s welcoming atmosphere and the diverse lifestyle options it offers. Retirees can tailor their daily activities to suit their preferences, from peaceful mornings spent on sun-drenched beaches to afternoons exploring bustling marketplaces and serene temples.
The availability of modern conveniences, alongside the charm of traditional Thai culture, ensures a comfortable and enriching lifestyle for expats and retirees. Residential options cater to a variety of preferences, from quiet beachfront communities to high-rise condominiums at the heart of Bangkok’s central business district, offering retirees a choice of how they wish to spend their retirement.
Another highlight of retiring in Thailand is the strong sense of community among Thailand’s expatriates. Numerous clubs, associations, and social groups cater to various interests, making it easy for newcomers to connect and find a sense of belonging.
So how does one go about retiring in Thailand? This article provides a quick summary of what retirees need to know to settle in the country.
The cost of living in Thailand is remarkably low compared to many Western countries, allowing retirees to enjoy a higher quality of life without stretching their budgets.
Housing in Thailand presents an exceptional variety and value, catering to a wide range of tastes and budgets. Whether seeking a cozy urban apartment or a luxurious seaside villa, Thailand offers something for everyone. Monthly rental costs vary significantly depending on the location and type of accommodation. For instance, in cities like Chiang Mai or Pattaya, you can find a mid-range one-bedroom condominium for as low as THB 15,000 ($446). These urban centres provide a vibrant atmosphere with easy access to amenities and cultural attractions.
On the other hand, if you’re dreaming of a beachfront paradise, destinations like Phuket or Koh Samui might be more appealing. Here, rental prices for luxury villas with stunning sea views can exceed THB80,000+ (USD2,200) monthly. These coastal havens offer a serene lifestyle amidst breathtaking natural beauty, perfect for those seeking tranquillity and relaxation.
General Cost of Living
Utilities in Thailand, including electricity, water, and internet, are reasonably priced, enhancing the country’s overall affordability. Expatriates and retirees typically spend between THB 2,500 to THB 10,500 (USD75 to USD300) per month on these services, depending on usage and dwelling size, allowing for a comfortable standard of living without excessive expenses.
Thailand offers excellent value for dining and groceries. Local markets and street food options provide budget-friendly meals for less than THB 100 (approximately USD 3) per person. For those seeking upscale dining experiences, restaurants offer diverse culinary options, with meals averaging around THB 1,500 (USD45) per person. Whether enjoying street food or fine dining, retirees can indulge in Thailand’s rich culinary scene within their budget.
What about transportation?
Thailand’s transportation is affordable and diverse, catering to different preferences. Public transport, including buses and trains, provides a cost-effective way to explore the country, with fares ranging from a few baht for short trips to higher fares for longer journeys. Monthly transportation expenses rarely exceed THB 3,500 (roughly USD 100), offering retirees the freedom to travel without financial strain.
For those prioritizing convenience, taxis and rideshare services like Grab (an UBER equivalent) re widely available in urban areas. While slightly more expensive than public transport, they offer door-to-door service and flexible travel options. Despite the higher cost, transportation remains affordable, allowing retirees to enjoy private transport without exceeding their budget.
Cost of Healthcare
Healthcare in Thailand is renowned for its accessibility and quality, making it a top choice for retirees seeking affordable medical services. Thailand’s robust healthcare system features state-of-the-art facilities and highly trained medical professionals. Costs are significantly lower than in the U.S., Europe, and elsewhere without compromising quality. Services range from routine check-ups to specialized treatments, ensuring retirees receive top-notch care. Moreover, many facilities offer services in English, catering to international patients and foreign retirees without language barriers.
Thailand offers a specific visa category, the “Non-Immigrant Visa O-A” (Long Stay), designed for retirees over 50 who wish to enjoy their retirement in the kingdom.
To be eligible for a retirement visa in Thailand, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 50 years old.
- Have no criminal record in Thailand or their home country.
- Meet the health insurance requirements.
- Fulfill the financial requirements, which include either a monthly income/pension of at least THB 65,000 ( roughly USD 2,000) or a bank deposit of at least THB 800,000 (roughly USD 25,000) in a Thai bank account for at least two months before the visa application, or a combination of both that equals at least THB 800,000 annually.
Thailand’s Elite Visa
The Thailand Elite Visa program provides an exclusive and prestigious pathway for individuals desiring a seamless and luxurious entry into Thailand’s retirement lifestyle. Tailored for affluent expatriates, investors, and retirees who seek the benefits of long-term residency without the typical visa requirements, the Elite Visa stands out as a premier option within the Thailand Privilege Card scheme.
The Elite Visa offers an array of privileges and conveniences to its members, offering various membership options tailored to individual lifestyles and financial capabilities. Members can choose from different membership tiers, each offering a unique set of benefits and privileges, ranging from expedited immigration procedures and access to exclusive airport lounges to complimentary healthcare services and golf club memberships.
For those considering spending their retirement in Thailand, research and planning, guided by experts in the field living costs, are crucial. Consulting with experts such as Silk Legal can provide clarity and confidence, ensuring your transition to a new life in Thailand is as smooth as possible.
Thailand presents enticing opportunities for individuals seeking to spend their later years in a picturesque setting. However, contemplating retirement in Thailand entails thorough research, meticulous planning, and preparing a budget. It’s imperative to consider living costs and various logistical aspects. Expert guidance is essential for a seamless transition. Silk Legal specializes in this field and offers insights to facilitate a smooth adjustment to your retirement in Thailand.
The information we share in this article is only for general knowledge and learning purposes. We’re doing our best to keep it accurate and current, but there’s a chance some details might be outdated or not entirely on the mark. What you find here shouldn’t be treated as legal advice or the go-to for making major decisions, be it in business or law. Consulting a qualified legal professional is always recommended.
For personalized advice tailored to your situation as a retiree, please contact us at [email protected] or by using the form provided on our website.

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Trying to manage anxiety and depression on your own can feel daunting and near impossible. Anxiety and depression books are an excellent tool to learn more about what you’re feeling and to teach you tools and techniques to combat it. Here are some of our favorite books to get you started.
Therapist Recommended Depression Books
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Investigative journalist Johann Hari, who has personally battled depression most of his life, journeyed worldwide to interview the leading experts on how to solve depression and anxiety. This discovery journey offers evidence on different possible causes of these disorders and provides hope for the future.
What makes this book unique is that it addresses depression not just on a biochemical and treatment level, but goes on to discuss the social and political factors impacting mental health and how we can start working towards sustainable change.
This classic self-help book addresses depression that arises from negative thoughts and how, in turn, these thoughts relate to negative behavior and feelings. Dr. Burns offers a clear understanding of where your depression likely stems from, and he provides simple yet powerful exercises to create the change for which you’re striving. This book helps shift you from being a victim of your thoughts to talking back and challenging them.
This best-seller follows a cognitive-behavioral therapy approach that helps you change negative thoughts, cope with guilt, identify triggers that may cause mood swings, and improve self-esteem.
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Self-esteem is not easy to boost with depression. After all, it is hard to feel confident when you’re struggling with guilt, worthlessness, hopelessness, and shame. But just like the chicken and the egg, what came first – depression or low self-esteem?
As you go through the comprehensive, goal-oriented program outlined in the workbook, you’ll navigate your inner critic and discover the courage to live with bravery and confidence. And with easily relatable examples, it’s easy to grasp the ideas in this book and apply the tools to your life.
Therapist Recommended Anxiety Books
Traditional approaches to battling anxiety aren’t addressed in this book. Instead, Barry McDonagh advocates for facing your anxiety, panic, and fears head on. By acknowledging their presence in your life, you can work towards re-writing your response to it.
The benefit of this book is that it goes beyond the pages with its DARE app, allowing you to keep the techniques described in this book close by when you need them most.
While we like this book, we do have a caveat. The author clearly and strongly does not support the use of medication for treating anxiety and panic disorder. While we, too, prefer non-pharmaceutical approaches whenever possible, there are situations where medication is essential to treatment. The use of medication is ultimately up to you and your prescriber.
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If you aren’t yet ready to work with a psychologist or counselor for your anxiety or want some guidance to manage it at home, this workbook is for you. Based on cognitive-behavioral techniques, Seth Gillihan guides you through his 7-week program to begin taking an active role in reducing your anxiety.
Each “week” builds upon the next, so you aren’t overwhelmed by where to start or what’s ahead. One bit of friendly advice – don’t skip the journaling prompts. It’s how you’ll get the most out of this journey.
Related Reading: 6 Things to Know if You Have Anxiety and Depression
Sometimes it can feel like anxiety comes out of nowhere. But the reality is there is a connection between the anxiety you feel and your thoughts and emotions. Clinical psychologist Jill Weber reveals how you can use this connection to manage racing thoughts, worst-case scenario thinking, and a self-defeating mentality that can reinforce anxiety.
Using evidence from a combination of therapy modalities, she helps you work through your thoughts so that they no longer have the same power, even though you are aware of them. These practical strategies can help you begin to manage situations like social anxiety, insomnia, and panic attacks finding calm.
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Anxiety and depression books are excellent ways to improve your understanding of mental health issues and how to manage them in your own life. And with depression and anxiety being the most common mental health issues today, there are many resources available to offer guidance during a difficult time.
However, depression and anxiety are serious issues, negatively impacting day to day functioning for many. Self-help strategies in anxiety and depression books are an excellent resource but should not be solely relied on for moderate to severe cases.
If you feel like you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, a therapist may be the help you’re searching for. Life Care Wellness has many qualified anxiety and depression counselors that can help support and guide you through. If you are in the Chicago area, give us a call at (630) 423-5935 to take the next steps towards getting the help you need

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The social network will be releasing the new hard drive design in May, as a part of its Open Compute Project.
We wrote a blog post a few months ago about third-party server makers stripping down hardware to the bare minimum to increase server performance. Facebook is a big player in minimal server design, since the company is heading up the Open Compute Project, and putting out its minimalist server designs for free to the public. Facebook didn’t stop with barebones servers though. The world’s largest social network is also designing new storage hardware to better handle all of the user data uploaded to its servers everyday.
Facebook has over 845 million users. That’s a lot of uploaded pictures, videos, and wall posts. The last estimation was that Facebook handles over 140 billion pictures from its user base. Just like Google and Amazon, Facebook recognized that the company needed specialized hardware to become more efficient at hosting data.
In some ways, the company has already begun doing that (for instance, the new and improved server design that we already covered). Also, Facebook’s data center in Prineville, Oregon has been specifically tailored for an online company that has to support hundreds of millions of users. Common data center implementations are electric chillers and uninterruptible power supplies. Facebook found these inefficient and decided to tackle the data center problems of cooling and power supplies in new ways. After its one-of-a-kind customization, the company found the data center’s power consumption had greatly decreased and made those components easier to repair and less expensive to build. Facebook now wants do apply the same design principles to storage hardware.
Heading the effort is Facebook’s Frank Frankovsky, an ex-Dell employee who knows his way around a hard drive. He and his team took a hard look at what was really the most basic (and necessary) aspect of a hard drive, and resolved to come up with a design that kept only that most basic functionality. Frankovsky said “The really valuable part of storage is the disk drive itself and the software that controls how the data gets distributed to and recovered from those drives.” Anything that doesn’t help the drive do that is gravy. Again, the results will be a more easily repaired drive. Facebook is hoping that this new design and implementation will also make it easier for technicians to find a troubled drive and fix or replace it faster than ever.
To further the company’s Open Compute Project, it does intend to release its hard drive designs for others to use. The goal of the project is that if all data centers implement these reduced hardware designs that power consumption of data centers in general will go down, and will be more environmentally friendly overall. And of course, servers and hard drives that require less parts will also hopefully cost less money, in the long run.
There was a lot of speculation when Facebook first announced its Open Compute Project. Critics thought it was just a PR stunt and that the social network would let the endeavor stagnate. The last laugh will probably belong to Facebook though, as big name companies are beginning to take an interest in lowering costs and environmental impact of their products and data centers. Big names, like Apple, have already begun to consider using the open source designs from the Open Compute Project. Hopefully this push in a more environmentally conscious direction will change the minds of server sellers who usually dismiss the idea of having to customize servers, since it would interrupt their assembly line production (and cost them more money).
All this hype now is generating excitement, but Facebook won’t actually be releasing their specialized storage hardware until May. The official announcement of the new storage device design will happen at the company’s Open Compute Summit, also in May. Other big wigs at the summit will include Dell, Netflix, Intel, Asus, and more. In fall of last year, Facebook unveiled a not-for-profit venture tied into the Open Compute Project. The gathering is gaining steam as a major technology event.
Keeping in the vein of environmentally conscious data centers, Apple just announced a solar powered data center; to read more about it, click the link and read the blog post.


The UFC 252 main event between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier is being marketed as the fight that will determine the greatest heavyweight in UFC history.
While the winner will certainly have a claim to being the best big man mixed marital arts has seen, the fight could also cement this rivalry as the greatest trilogy in UFC history.
Cormier and Miocic first met at UFC 226 in July 2018 when Cormier was the reigning light-heavyweight champion. Miocic was riding a seven-fight winning streak and coming off a dominant title defence against Francis Ngannou.
The pair went toe-to-toe for more than four minutes before Cormier caught Miocic with a beautiful right hand from the clinch to earn a knockout win late in the first round. Cormier became just the second fighter in UFC history to be a champion in two divisions simultaneously, joining Conor McGregor who accomplished the feat in 2016.
Cormier defended the title against Derrick Lewis four months later at UFC 230 before the UFC attempted to put together a fight between Cormier and former champion Brock Lesnar. That never came to fruition, however, so a rematch with Miocic was set up at UFC 241 more than 13 months after their initial meeting.
Cormier has a definitive speed advantage over Miocic, which was apparent early in the rematch. The former Olympic wrestler was also able to lift Miocic over his head and slam the Ohio native to the canvas like he has so many of his past opponents.
Cormier has an excellent ability to parry his opponents’ punches so he often plods forward into punching range with confidence. Miocic caught him with some heavy shots yet Cormier was ahead on all three judges’ scorecards after three rounds, although Miocic was gaining momentum in the third stanza.
Both men have one-shot knockout power, but overall Miocic has the heavier hands and he began making a concerted effort to throw left hooks to the body roughly two minutes into the fourth round.
Miocic repeatedly attacked Cormier’s midsection as a means to drain his gas tank and set up headshots. Miocic continuously followed up the left hooks to the body with a one-two combination and it eventually landed flush.
Cormier won a Performance of the Night bonus for his knockout win and Miocic did the same when he avenged that loss.
It’s possible Miocic underestimated Cormier’s power in the first fight and also possible Cormier underestimated Miocic’s durability in the second tilt. There will be no misconceptions about the other’s ability in the third encounter.
One difference this time around is that it will be contested in the 25-foot cage at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, whereas the first two bouts were contested in the organization’s 30-foot cage. Some feel this change favours Cormier’s style slightly.
There have been more than a dozen trilogies completed in the Octagon in the past 20 years and this marks the third time in heavyweight championship history where a rubber match was required.
Tim Sylvia and Andrei Arlovski first met for the interim heavyweight title at UFC 51 in 2005. Arlovski dropped Sylvia then finished him with a leg lock in 47 seconds. Sylvia knocked Arlovski out in their rematch the following year at UFC 59 and also won an unanimous decision in the third bout less than three months later at UFC 61.
The heavyweight title changed hands frequently in the following years before Cormier’s longtime teammate Cain Velasquez beat Brock Lesnar in 2010. Velasquez’s first title defence was against Junior Dos Santos in the first UFC bout to air on network TV in the United States. Dos Santos knocked Velasquez out in just 64 seconds to win the title. Both men were victorious on the all-heavyweight UFC 146 card which set up their rematch at UFC 155. Velasquez dominated that fight for five rounds and did so again when they met for a third time at UFC 166. Velasquez, after dealing with a slew of injuries, eventually lost his title to Fabricio Werdum, whom Miocic KO’d to begin his initial title reign.
Besides those heavyweight rivalries, there have been only two other times where a trilogy consisted solely of UFC title fights.
Chuck Liddell and Randy Couture helped take the UFC to new heights with their trio of light-heavyweight title fights between 2003-2006, plus Georges St-Pierre and Matt Hughes fought thrice between 2004-2007 with a title on the line each time.
Miocic vs. Cormier part three feel bigger, though.
Maybe it’s because the skill level of both men is so high or that their respective resumes are so staggering.
It could be because the 41-year-old Cormier, one of the more beloved fighters of his era, says this will be his swansong in the UFC.
Perhaps it’s because both previous fights ended in such dramatic fashion.
Really, it’s a combination of everything.
One was fun.
Two made us go, “ooh!”
Three? We’ll see.


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The second BERGKÖNIG Gstaad will take place on August 25-26th and half the available entries have gone already. Multiple world champions
Urs Freuler and Albert Zweifel are confirmed to ride this year, following the attendance last year of Freuler and Gilbert Glaus.
BERGKÖNIG’s formula for success consists of small, demanding mountain roads with lots of climbing, alpine panoramas, local food along the parcours and a base in the legendary chic of Swiss alp village Gstaad.
The organisers of the BERGKÖNIG Gstaad didn’t know if a high-mountains sportive would work, especially given the gearing of many classic bikes, some boasting a lowest ratio of 42 x 22. But they say the 2017 event was a resounding success, based on a formula of narrow mountain roads mixed up with holes, cowpats and gravel sections, to give a serious sporting challenge.
The ‘Big Round’ consists of 102kms and 2,400 metres of climbing. Around it are gentler routes permitting a friendlier aspect and the inclusion of otherwise fragile bicycles.
One of the highlights of the cycling festival happens on the Saturday evening: a short sprint from Gstaad’s pedestrian area to the somewhat higher-up world famous Gstaad Palace Hotel, followed by an aperitif reception for all participants.
Eligible for BERGKÖNIG Gstaad are classic bicycles older than 1990 with traditional downtube shifters, to be ridden in period clothing such as wool jerseys and leather shoes. Bicycles will be judged by a jury, and trophies awarded for 12 categories.
The event registration fee is 130 CHF, (approximately £100/ €110) which includes the aperitif at Gstaad Palace, all catering along the routes and a raclette party after the arrival, plus a memorial medal. Entries are limited to 500 and the first year of the event was oversubscribed.

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Dana Faulkner, 48, Oakland, California, was sentenced by United States District Judge John A. Mendez to one year in prison for conspiring to commit mail fraud and make false statements in loan applications. Faulkner is the ninth defendant to be sentenced as the result of a large scale mortgage fraud scheme operating out of the headquarters of Liberty Real Estate & Investment Company and Liberty Mortgage Company.
In addition, Faulkner was ordered to pay over $3 million in restitution to defrauded financial institutions.
Hoda Samuel, the owner and principal operator of both Liberty companies, was convicted after a jury trial in January of 2013, and is currently serving a ten year prison sentence.
According to Faulkner’s plea agreement, and to the evidence presented at Samuel’s trial, in 2006 and 2007 the defendants participated in a scheme to defraud whereby misrepresentations were made to various financial institutions to convince them to finance the purchase of residential properties. Loan applications prepared by Liberty Mortgage Company misrepresented borrowers’ abilities to pay back loans, by overstating and/or falsifying employment, income and assets.
In addition, the defendants drafted purchase contracts making offers significantly above what the sellers were asking for their properties. The excess amounts were paid back to the purchasers at escrow, disguised as payments for fictional repairs and remodeling to the properties. In many cases, these kickbacks were falsely described as payments to render the properties compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Although the indictment identified 30 such fraudulent residential real estate transactions, the evidence at trial was that the fraud at Liberty was pervasive.
Although she was unlicensed, defendant Faulkner acted as both a real estate agent and loan officer as a Liberty employee. She recruited people to serves as buyers, sometimes of more than one property. She convinced the buyers that they could qualify for home loans, and added that they would receive cash payments at the close of transactions to help cover mortgage payments and pay off other bills. She filled out fraudulent loan applications, and she helped to arrange for the disguised kickback payments to be made to her clients.
Almost all of the 30 properties listed in the indictment went into foreclosure, resulting in a loss of over $5 million to financial institutions.
United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced the sentence.
“Mortgage fraud is an incredibly destructive crime that leaves many victims in its wake,” said José M. Martínez, Special Agent in Charge, IRS-Criminal Investigation. “The defendant played a significant role in a scheme that hurt so many people and affected so many of our communities. IRS-CI is committed to pursuing those who line their pockets with profits from these schemes.”
“Faulkner made false promises and statements to benefit from a scheme that left ruin in its wake,” said Special Agent in Charge Monica M. Miller of the FBI’s Sacramento field office. “These sorts of schemes damaged neighborhoods and the regional economy, flooding the market with foreclosed homes. The FBI will continue to work with its law enforcement partners to ensure such crimes do not go unpunished.”
This case was the product of an investigation by the Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigations, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant United States Attorneys Philip Ferrari and Todd Pickles prosecuted the case.


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Government Resolution No. 42/2023 on the need to monitor and preserve the water supply system.
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This Government Resolution resolves, in accordance with paragraph a) of article 116 of the Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, the following provisions: The Ministry of Public Works must instruct the Bee Timor Leste, E.P., with the necessary guidelines in order to increase control over water supply in Dili and the remaining administrative districts that make up the national territory. Instructions must be provided to support control, investigate and identify citizens who cause damage to the water supply system. Consultations must be carried out, namely between the Ministry of State Administration, including Municipal Authorities, the Ministry of Public Works and the Ministry of the Interior, including the National Police of Timor-Leste, in order to monitor and prevent damage to the system supplying water to the population. Measures must be taken to raise public awareness of the importance of water, its rationalization and the care and maintenance of the supply system. The Ministry of State Administration will coordinate measures designed to prevent damage to the population's water supply system.
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Oscar host Seth MacFarlane boosts TV ratings
London: Seth MacFarlane, who hosted this year`s Academy Awards, helped the Oscars attract a US TV audience of 40.3 million, a million more than last year.
According to the ABC network, this year`s show drew the largest Oscar audience for three years, the BBC reported.
Last year`s show, which was hosted by comedian Billy Crystal , was viewed by 39.3 million, while 2011`s broadcast was watched by 37.6 million people.
The statistics company Nielsen said the 39-year-old actor - known for producing hit TV shows like `Family Guy` - involvement helped boost interest among young men and the 18- to 49-year-old age group.
Figures for the latter demographic, much coveted by TV advertisers, were up 11 percent on last year, while the 18- to 34-year-old male audience saw a 34 percent increase.
Reaction to MacFarlane`s performance has been mixed, with Rolling Stone saying that he resembled a "bumbling rookie" in his first stab at Oscar host while New Yorker said that watching the three-and-a-half hour show "meant sitting through a series of crudely sexist antics."
He fared better with fellow members of the Hollywood community, Russell Crowe said that MacFarlane "did great" and "handled it all with grace," while former Oscar host Steve Martin said he was "wonderful."
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GORE BAY – Art lovers had the opportunity to discuss additions and changes that could be made to the works of artist Jean Rodak to complete paintings she had on display this past weekend as part of a collaborative art experience.
The exhibit of some of Ms. Rodak’s paintings was held at Almaz’s Health Food Store, located in Gore Bay. What was different from the normal art exhibit is that some of Ms. Rodak’s paintings were unfinished and viewers had the opportunity to collaborate with the artist to complete them to the former’s tastes.
“As an artist you will have people say things like, ‘if only that was in green’ or ‘if it matched my couch,’ I would buy the painting,” Ms. Rodak told the Recorder this past Saturday. “By displaying paintings that are not complete, I can meet face to face with people who can provide input and give their opinion of what is needed to finish a painting.”
“Why am I doing this? … it is fun and I figured it would be a great way to meet people in person and get their opinion on my unfinished paintings and what they would like to see done to complete them,” continued Ms. Rodak.
“My fascination with colour, design and emotion are the main motivators in every single drawing and painting I create,” Ms. Rodak stated. “The subjects, medium and colours combine with fantasy and imagination to express impressions and feelings that are experienced at the time of fruition. The act of creating is often enough to stimulate the work to a fascinating end. Turmoil and pleasure are equally important influences in my works. They have been described as vibrant and exciting, a feast for the eyes. I love this description.”
Art lovers who visited Mr. Rodak’s display at Almaz’s could verbally or in written form provide comments and suggestions on certain painting they are interested. They were asked, ‘How would you like to see this work finished? Want to talk about it? Meet Jean for tea and art chat.’
“As well as receiving their opinions I’ll take pictures of people with the paintings,” said Ms. Rodak. “If they really fall in love with one of the paintings, but want to make a change or add something, because I use acrylics I can try and make the changes they recommend.”
Ms. Rodak is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, where she has earned her degree in Design and Illustration. Jean exhibits and teaches art in Toronto. A founding member of North York Visual Arts, she is a signature member of the Toronto Watercolour Society and is an award-winning member of several other art groups. Her works are part of several corporate and private collections in Canada, the United States and Europe.
Ms. Rodak moved to Manitoulin Island for half the year. “It is so beautiful that you could paint day and night and still need a little more time to finish. I’m looking forward to sharing some new and exciting work in the next months and wondering where this adventure will lead me.”


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April 12, 2006
What Did The President Know and When Did He Know It?
Remember those trailers, the Bushies went on and on about post-invasion? The ones that gave Stephen Hayes and The Weekly Standard kids such throbbing hard-ons? The mobile death labs filled with killer biological cocktails whipped up by villainous Iraqi scientists? Yeah?
They were for hydrogen balloons. As for what the president knew and when he knew it; he knew he was lying and he knew it two days before he lied to the American people. From WaPo:
On May 29, 2003, 50 days after the fall of Baghdad, President Bush proclaimed a fresh victory for his administration in Iraq: Two small trailers captured by U.S. and Kurdish troops had turned out to be long-sought mobile "biological laboratories." He declared, "We have found the weapons of mass destruction."
The claim, repeated by top administration officials for months afterward, was hailed at the time as a vindication of the decision to go to war. But even as Bush spoke, U.S. intelligence officials possessed powerful evidence that it was not true.
A secret fact-finding mission to Iraq -- not made public until now -- had already concluded that the trailers had nothing to do with biological weapons. Leaders of the Pentagon-sponsored mission transmitted their unanimous findings to Washington in a field report on May 27, 2003, two days before the president's statement.
The three-page field report and a 122-page final report three weeks later were stamped "secret" and shelved. Meanwhile, for nearly a year, administration and intelligence officials continued to publicly assert that the trailers were weapons factories.
Unlike the portions of the National Intelligence Estimate which had to be declassified lest the American people be misled by devious opponents of the war, this report has not been declassified, distributed to ensure the public who is financing and fighting this war is able to conduct their deliberative democracy with the best available information. The administration declassifies to embarrass political opponents, not to better inform the citizenry they're supposed to serve.
Instead, Americans heard Colin Powell, months after the report's completion, assert that the government's "confidence level" about the labs was increasing. That was probably correct, as more and more bureaucrats forgot about the shelved document, they became more amenable to their own spin. And so it's no surprise that, come September, America saw Dick Cheney declare the trailers "mobile biological facilities" that could have been used for anthrax or smallpox. What they didn't hear was this:
News of the team's early impressions leaped across the Atlantic well ahead of the technical report. Over the next two days, a stream of anxious e-mails and phone calls from Washington pressed for details and clarifications.
The reason for the nervousness was soon obvious: In Washington, a CIA analyst had written a draft white paper on the trailers, an official assessment that would also reflect the views of the DIA. The white paper described the trailers as "the strongest evidence to date that Iraq was hiding a biological warfare program." It also explicitly rejected an explanation by Iraqi officials, described in a New York Times article a few days earlier, that the trailers might be mobile units for producing hydrogen.
But the technical team's preliminary report, written in a tent in Baghdad and approved by each team member, reached a conclusion opposite from that of the white paper.
Some politicized desk jockey in DC was heeded over nine experts each with a decade plus of experience in a relevant area. He was listened to because his judgments squared with that of "Curveball," the Iraqi defector who claimed to be a chemical weapons engineer, turned out to be a liar, and appears to have singlehandedly concocted around 50% of our case for war. Impressive work, considering his code name, basically, means betrayal. How cunningly Shakespearian of him.
As for George Tenet's' later assertion that the labs could have been "easily modified" to create biological weapons, that too was a vicious lie. "It would have been easier to start all over with a bucket," said Rod Barton, an Australian biological weapons expert and member of the Iraq survey group. Of course, this administration prefers not to lie, they're fond of the plausible mislead. So they asked the experts to lend a brotha a hand:
After team members returned to Washington, they began work on a final report. At several points, members were questioned about revising their conclusions, according to sources knowledgeable about the conversations. The questioners generally wanted to know the same thing: Could the report's conclusions be softened, to leave open a possibility that the trailers might have been intended for weapons?
In the end, the final report -- 19 pages plus a 103-page appendix -- remained unequivocal in declaring the trailers unsuitable for weapons production.[...]
"I went home and fully expected that our findings would be publicly stated," one member recalled. "It never happened. And I just had to live with it."
Not anymore. This is big, and coming at precisely the wrong time for the administration. They've declassified incorrect reports to kneecap the case against war, ignored classified documents that discredit their own rhetoric, and now Americans are trapped in an imploding war that they accepted on false premises. The danger for the Bushies is that at exactly the moment voters are searching for a reason to turn against a conflict they nominally supported, they're being given both a reason and villains who purposefully tricked them into ignoring their better judgment. Revelations about the administration's actions are lifting culpability from the American people, and once they lose their investment in this conflict, the crew sullying the White House is finished.
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You forgot to quote this paragraph:
"Intelligence analysts involved in high-level discussions about the trailers noted that the technical team was among several groups that analyzed the suspected mobile labs throughout the spring and summer of 2003. Two teams of military experts who viewed the trailers soon after their discovery concluded that the facilities were weapons labs, a finding that strongly influenced views of intelligence officials in Washington, the analysts said. "It was hotly debated, and there were experts making arguments on both sides," said one former senior official who spoke on the condition that he not be identified."
So there were 3 teams looking at the trailers, and two concluded they were weapons labs - while one concluded otherwise.
Posted by: Nathan | Apr 12, 2006 11:16:17 AM
to risk the life of one young soldier without crystal-clear and indisputable evidence of those weapons has surely resonated through the spheres by now.
....thank you for this article, ezra.
it is good that when the president is on his knees in prayer, wondering what Jesus would do, that he is praying to the Prince of peace and forgiveness, and not the hungry ghosts that prowl for karmic retribution.
....we can run, but the gods will come to meet us sooner or later, if only in our dreams.
...one cannot help but think in terms of good and evil as it manifests itself through arrogance and what corruptive power can unleash into this world.
without humility, this is the place we come to.
...and while i write this, i am thinking that there must be a young soldier, whose destiny will be stamped by the end of the day on a dusty road in iraq...
....or a young housewife walking down the wrong street in baghdad.
lives lost forever.
this will wear like a nightmare and haunt our national consciousness for generations.
these kinds of deeds take us into the back into the wilderness for generations.
the mission was accomplished, and i am sure Jesus wept when the first craft roared off to shock and awe a sleeping city.
george bush just didnt hear him.
Posted by: jacqueline | Apr 12, 2006 11:45:10 AM
Good call, Nathan! The team of experts sent out to analyze the labs declared them hydrogen production facilities, David Kay agreed, Curveball, who was the informer on the labs in the first place was proven a liar, and you want to go with the military guys -- not the technical experts -- who were proven false...
Don't you people ever feel shame? I mean that in all seriousness.
Posted by: Ezra | Apr 12, 2006 11:47:51 AM
i, for one, will sit at my seder table tonight....
and lament, how after thousands of years, countless wars and acts of inhumanity, we are still all wandering unmindfully, and bickering in the wilderness.
....what a brokenness.
Posted by: jacqueline | Apr 12, 2006 11:56:27 AM
This paragraph is frustratingly vague, but I think there is enough to say that Nathan is misled. The military teams looked at them first. The trucks were found in April - one at the capture of Mosul, so presumably on or shortly after April 11, and the other at Irbil, presumably on or shortly after its fall in early April. The military looked at them "shortly after their capture" (presumably in April or early May) and thought they were bioweapons-related. Curveball agreed.
However, other defectors disagreed and as a result DIA sent out the civilian technical team (the Jefferson Project) to resolve the situation. Jefferson was on scene on May 25. Within hours of arrival, Jefferson concluded the trucks were not bioweapons-related. This information was with DIA Washington at the earliest the same day, and at the latest on May 27 when the team's field report was sent.
The next day, CIA published a white paper stating - wrongly - that the trucks were bioweapons labs.
The kindest interpretation is that CIA was not aware of the Jefferson team's findings before May 28. It is, however, very improbable that CIA was unaware of the team's existence and presence on the scene. DIA liaison with the CIA team preparing the white paper should certainly have known. The paper should have been held back until the team's findings were known. CIA and DIA were both at fault here.
The decision to bury the Jefferson team's findings is not as open to an innocent interpretation. This was either a) a decision by CIA and DIA to mislead the Secretary of State and the rest of the administration by suppressing the Jefferson report or b) a decision by the administration to lie.
Posted by: ajay | Apr 12, 2006 11:58:33 AM
Its amazing. Nathan spews the same slight of hand rhetoric that the Bushies have perfected. Black is white. "Joe Wilson was sent by his wife." "Everyone had the same intell."
Classify the proof/objections ...selectively promote/leak the falsity/supposition. Liars, murderers, incompetents, profiteers. Nothing less.
Posted by: Johnny2Bad | Apr 12, 2006 12:04:22 PM
I remember hearing back then that these were not mobile labs, but the supposed "liberla MSM" did not press the issue. The first link is to the CIA report. There is no hard evidence, only graphics and hints to Curveball. How was to looted trailers evidence of mobile labs? I am waiting to see how Tweety and Fox cover this one.
Posted by: Rudi | Apr 12, 2006 12:09:18 PM
Nathan works for the DoD. Hell, they even announced that the internet was going to be frontline in their war on terror (read misinformation campaign). So ignore him, he speaks the talking points because he is the talking point.
Posted by: kharma | Apr 12, 2006 12:14:34 PM
"So there were 3 teams looking at the trailers, and two concluded they were weapons labs - while one concluded otherwise."
This is exactly the sort of "spin" comment that one might expect from a defender of the Bush administration. What your comment disregards (willfully or otherwise) is the fact that the article describes a timeline in which the first two teams gave their view, then because a more vigorous investigation remained desirable, the third and apparently most broadly and deeply qualified team did exactly this more detailed investigation and concluded against the findings the Bush administration wished for. These 3rd team findings either should have been declared final and conclusive or another similarly detailed and independent expert investigation should have been conducted. Neither option was taken. Instead the administration shelved the findings and reverted to the previous, and it must be noted DISPROVEN, findings to make its public case for war.
When a theory is disproven, it does not work to throw out the disproving evidence and revert to earlier evidence to reassert the validity of the theory. This is simply illogical.
Posted by: jim | Apr 12, 2006 12:24:32 PM
Good post, Ezra. And the last sentence you've got is key.
Posted by: Roxanne | Apr 12, 2006 12:25:02 PM
When a theory is disproven, it does not work to throw out the disproving evidence and revert to earlier evidence to reassert the validity of the theory. This is simply illogical.
Ah, but with those standards, Stephen Hayes would be out of a job; or at very least, he'd have to start writing books explicitly categorised as speculative fiction: say, on a scenario where Saddam ordered the Lincoln assassination.
Posted by: nick s | Apr 12, 2006 1:37:31 PM
Facts and expert opinion were cherry-picked as fodder for propaganda by BushCo, not once, but repeatedly. In this case the proganda was used to justify a pre-emptive war.
Exactly the same approach is used daily by the Republicans in Congress and by the radical conservative political appointees in civilian agencies of government to justify all manner of legislation that is ideology-driven.
And they have no shame, just pride on how they've hijacked our democracy.
Posted by: JimPortlandOR | Apr 12, 2006 1:51:47 PM
"When a theory is disproven, it does not work to throw out the disproving evidence and revert to earlier evidence to reassert the validity of the theory. This is simply illogical."
That's just crazy - haven't you heard about intelligent design?
Posted by: True North | Apr 12, 2006 2:01:14 PM
The news about the hydrogen trucks in Iraq was first circulated in June of 2003, about two weeks after Bush announced the "find."
Posted by: Tony | Apr 12, 2006 2:01:51 PM
And, of course:
"The revelation that the mobile labs were to produce hydrogen for artillery balloons will also cause discomfort for the British authorities because the Iraqi army's original system was sold to it by the British company, Marconi Command & Control."
So you didn't need a team of crack CIA analysts to work out what they were, just a copy of Marconi's export licenses from the 1980s..
Posted by: Gridlock | Apr 12, 2006 2:33:32 PM
"However, other defectors disagreed and as a result DIA sent out the civilian technical team (the Jefferson Project) to resolve the situation. Jefferson was on scene on May 25. Within hours of arrival, Jefferson concluded the trucks were not bioweapons-related. This information was with DIA Washington at the earliest the same day, and at the latest on May 27 when the team's field report was sent. "
Gee, if I were running an invasion to prevent the use of 'vast stockpiles' of chemical and biological weapons, I'd have had teams of experts going in with the troops. A few months later is ridiculous.
If, of course, I actually believed what I said. If I didn't, and was trying to cover up later, the timing would make sense.
Posted by: Barry | Apr 12, 2006 2:46:32 PM
In response to Nathan: The two teams of experts that did say those trailers were mobile weapons labs were from the military--I submit those teams had a vested interest in claiming the trailers were weapons. It is interesting to note that the independent inspectors (international, the above mentioned team of technical experts and our Keye's group all concluded those labs were not weapons).
Posted by: RailPour | Apr 12, 2006 3:22:10 PM
Methinks Nathan was just a hit-and-run poster troll.
Posted by: Mike V. | Apr 12, 2006 3:47:59 PM
And when they're done sullying, they can take their ugly-ass "optimistic rugs" with them.
Posted by: Pepper | Apr 12, 2006 4:26:10 PM
The CIA White Paper Iraqi Mobile Biological Warfare Agent Production Plants certainly admits the possibility of their finds having the capability of being either a bioweapons lab or a hydrogen production unit. They decided that the trailers were too impractical for the production of hydrogen. The credited Iraqi military for identifying them as such and made no allusion to the technical report that ended up shelved till now.
According to the Post article of today, tho: A spokesman for the DIA asserted that the team's findings were neither ignored nor suppressed, but were incorporated in the work of the Iraqi Survey Group, which led the official search for Iraqi weapons of mass destruction. The survey group's final report in September 2004 -- 15 months after the technical report was written -- said the trailers were "impractical" for biological weapons production and were "almost certainly intended" for manufacturing hydrogen for weather balloons. From the Iraq Survey Final Report:
The Trailers as Field Units for Hydrogen Gas Production
After re-examining the equipment found on trailers in northern Iraq and reviewing previous reporting, documents, and results of chemical and biological analysis, ISG judges that the Al Kindi General Establishment at Mosul designed and built the two trailer-borne equipment systems as hydrogen generators for Republican Guard artillery units for use with radio-sonde balloons. Although the equipment is poorly constructed, it is consistent with the hydrogen generation process detailed in documents from the Al Kindi Company.
The survey final report listed 11 major required components for a 'reactor vessel' and not one was found on these trailers.
Posted by: alank | Apr 12, 2006 4:39:22 PM
I believe Dr David Kelly was the single British representative on the investigative team. He was Britain’s most experienced biological expert and he stated categorically that these were not for the production of biological weapons. Kelly was the scientist who committed suicide after leaking against the government.
Posted by: David M | Apr 12, 2006 7:14:28 PM
Doesn't anyone remember seeing pictures of soldiers crawling all over those "labs" in nothing but their fatigues? I do. Bush was in Poland when he declared, "We found the WMDs." If these so-called labs were so hot, then why weren't our soldiers outfitted in biohazard gear? Okay. Forget they don't get proper armor. But this was supposed to be such a big deal. I remember this sooo distinctly because I sent the pictures to Bush supporters and the pictures themselves debunked Bush's claims at the time. I absolutely cannot believe that this has now become such a big deal. It's just another one of Bush's lies. It's par for the course. I guess it has now become such a big deal because it's actually being reported. I believe the article was online from Yahoo. I will try to find it and/or the pictures. I may have printed them out. I may have just emailed them. It's just boggling my mind that people are just NOW connecting the dots on this one because I was very much aware of it in 2003.
Posted by: Ellen | Apr 12, 2006 8:45:18 PM
It is now obvious that certain key players in the Bush administration (Wolfowitz, Cheney, Rove, Rumsfeld, et.al.) had already decided to invade Iraq. They clearly cherry picked intel to support their claims about WMD and used scare tactics (e.g., invoking 9/11) to whip up support for toppling Saddam. What I cannot understand why Colin Powell supported this deception. He regrets it now, but if he knew it was wrong he could have stopped this madness by going public and resigning his post when it mattered.
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