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The aim was to destabilize Catalonia before an independence referendum but the outcome that left 16 dead, was a miscalculation, said Jose Manuel Villarejo, according to the Catalanews agency.
Quoting Villarejo’s testimony in court, the news outlet said the attacks, which included a truck plowing those pedestrians on Barcelona’s La Rambla, “were a serious mistake” on the part of former National Intelligence Center (CNI) Director Feliz Sanz Roldan.
Villarejo’s remarks have ignited outrage among portions of Catalan political parties, especially those in favor of the region’s independence.
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Parliament speaker Laura Borras also requested the region’s assembly legal team take the case to the public prosecutor.
On Aug. 17, 2017, a van driven by a member of an extremist terror cell crashed into pedestrians along the famous Las Ramblas, killing 13 people and injuring 120. A 14th victim died later from injuries.
The 22-year-old Moroccan driver murdered another person while escaping, and stole a car before leaving the area on foot.
Hours later, five members of the terror cell carried out a second attack 100 kilometers (62 miles) away in the coastal town of Cambrils, crashing into pedestrians and fatally stabbing a woman.
Six terrorists were shot dead by police in a vineyard near Barcelona a few days later and two other members died when a bomb workshop exploded.
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Wuxia is a genre of Chinese fiction concerning the adventures of martial artists in ancient China. It is exemplified by stories that combine martial arts, spiritual growth, and supernatural abilities.
The wuxia genre was developed in the Song dynasty (960–1279) and matured in the Ming dynasty (1368–1644).
Even though wuxia fell out of favor after the Qing dynasty (1644–1911), it has never completely disappeared.
Some scholars believe that the wuxia genre may have peaked during the reign of Emperor Jiajing (1522–1566).
Over the years, Wuxia has evolved into a genre of literature, film, television and video games that revolves around the adventures of martial artists in ancient China.
Let’s take a look!
What Is Wuxia?
The word wuxia is a compound composed of xia, meaning “chivalry” or “martial hero” and wu, meaning ‘martial arts’.
Wuxia films are also known as chuanqi (pinyin: chuánqǐ), which are heavily influenced by legends of the Song military figures who rebelled against the Mongol Yuan dynasty.
Wuxia films often contain elements including martial arts battles, historical themes and sometimes supernatural occurrences.
The wuxia genre has been popular in Chinese cinema since the 1990s after a long period of being suppressed for political reasons.
Since then it has also become increasingly popular in other parts of East Asia such as Japan and South Korea where it has been used as inspiration for manga and anime.
History Of Wuxia Novels
The Wuxia genre of Chinese fiction has a long history. The first wuxia novels were written in the Song Dynasty (960-1279).
The early novels were usually based on legends or historical events, but over time they began to rely more on imagination and fantasy.
There were many different genres of Wuxia novels, including Xuanhuan (Journey to the West), Dongxian Xiaoshuo (Chivalry Romance) and Daojiao Xiaoshuo (Taoism Romance). These novels were often very popular among readers.
In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some scholars wrote philosophical works such as Dream of Red Mansions and Journey to the West that are still widely read today.
Many well-known works were created in this period, including The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber by Jin Yong.
In modern times, the genre has continued to evolve into new forms such as Hong Kong action films which have become popular worldwide.
History Of Wuxia Films
Wuxia films are a subgenre of Chinese martial arts films and Hong Kong action films that features a unique cinematic style known as “wire fu”.
Wuxia films were made popular in the Chinese-speaking world by such directors as Chang Cheh, King Hu, Lau Kar-leung, and Yuen Woo-ping.
These films have been noted for their fluid and graceful combat sequences, which often showcase the use of acrobatics and kung fu skills.
The first wuxia films were made during the 1920s by two studios: Manhua Film Company, led by Wong Jing and Jin Shanzhuo; and Lianhua Film Company, led by Yuan Muzhi (director), Zhou Jianyun (composer), Xu Lichen (actor) and Cai Chusheng.
Among them were early works such as The Burning of the Red Lotus Temple (1928) directed by Lai Man-wai and The White Snake Legend (1930) directed by Bu Wancang.
Wuxia films began in China in the 1920s with the arrival of Western cinema and actors from Europe and America.
The first Chinese action film was The Burning of Red Lotus Temple (1928), directed by Li Minwei.
This film was inspired by Western adventure movies such as D. W. Griffith’s Broken Blossoms (1919).
Li Minwei also directed The Burning of Red Lotus Temple 2 (1930), which was influenced by Douglas Fairbanks’ swashbuckling movies like Robin Hood (1922).
In 1941, the Hong Kong film industry was officially established with the release of The Butterfly Lovers or Zhuajiao Nvrenxingtong.
The genre’s popularity in Hong Kong dates back to the early 1960s when Cantonese opera performers such as Yu Lee-fei and Yueh Hua began making movies such as The Magnificent Seven (1960), which featured a number of swordfighting scenes.
Later, Chang Cheh, a prominent director known for using a lot of violence and blood in his films, directed what is considered the first wuxia film, One-Armed Swordsman (1967).
The film was not only an international success but also established him as one of Hong Kong’s most important directors.
Wuxia In The 20th Century
In the late 19th century, China was going through a period of change. It was moving from an agrarian society to one with more commercialization and industry.
Many people migrated from the countryside to cities for work, leaving behind the traditional ways of life.
The Chinese government tried to modernize their country by adopting Western technology and ideas. This included adopting Western clothing, music and literature.
The government also tried to standardize Chinese characters (Hanzi) so that they could be used by all people across China, instead of just those in specific areas.
The 20th century saw the rise of the martial arts genre, especially in Chinese cinema.
With the arrival of sound, martial arts films were increasingly viewed as outdated, and many actors who had worked in them were forced to find other work to make a living.
The genre remained popular in Hong Kong and China, but it also spread to other regions such as Thailand and Japan.
The most famous example of this evolution is the Buddhist martial arts film, which combines religious themes with martial arts action sequences.
These films tend to follow an ascetic hero who travels across China fighting against evil forces before finally achieving enlightenment.
The three most famous examples are The Big Boss (1972), Fist Of Fury (1972) and Enter The Dragon (1973).
The martial arts genre also became popular in America when Bruce Lee’s Enter The Dragon was released there in 1973.
The film was a huge hit at the box office and it helped kick start what we now know as “kung fu” cinema. Films made by Hong Kong filmmakers set in China or featuring Chinese characters or themes.
Kung Fu And Wuxia
The word “wuxia” is Chinese for “martial hero.” It refers to a literary genre that is seen in both film and literature. The genre began in China but has spread across Asia, with many Japanese manga based on wuxia themes.
Wuxia stories typically feature martial arts heroes who are skilled in combat, often with supernatural powers.
These characters travel the world fighting evil enemies and protecting the innocent. Wuxia stories are usually set in ancient China or Japan although they can be set elsewhere.
There’s one main difference between Kung Fu and Wuxia: martial arts skills are usually not needed to tell a good story in the wuxia genre!
A good example of this is the popular anime series “Dragon Ball Z” which features no martial arts at all. Instead, it focuses on fighting aliens with laser guns instead of swords and bows!
Common Tropes In Wuxia Stories
Let’s look at some of the common tropes and storylines inherent in much Wuxia storytelling.
1. Insurgency In Wuxia
The concept of insurgency is an important one in the study of Wuxia. The idea of martial artists being able to fight against an oppressive government has been a part of Chinese culture for centuries, and it’s no surprise that it has influenced the development of the genre.
In fact, one could argue that this is where Wuxia as a genre comes from.
The legend of Yue Fei, who was credited with bringing down the Jurchen Jin dynasty (1115-1234) through guerrilla warfare tactics, may have been one inspiration for later stories about martial artists fighting against corrupt regimes.
2. Legendary Weapons Or Skills In Wuxia
Wuxia is not just about martial arts. It is also about legends and myths. Therefore, it would be wrong to believe that the legendary skills or weapons in Wuxia are limited to the martial arts category. They can be found in other categories as well.
Some of these weapons are so famous that they have become part of the culture and folklore, while others are quite obscure but still worth mentioning because they have left an impact on people’s mindsets and lives.
3. Philosophy Of Xia In Wuxia
The philosophy of Xia in Wuxia is one of the most important aspects of the genre.
The Xia concept is a way of life that emphasizes the importance of personal honor and integrity, especially when it comes to fighting for what you believe in.
In fact, the roots of this idea can be traced back all the way to early Chinese history and its connection to martial arts.
4. Wulin Dominance In Wuxia
Wulin is the term for the martial arts world. It’s a place of peace, where martial artists come together to learn from each other and pass down their knowledge.
But there are always those who would seek to rule over all others, and this is where our story begins!
In wuxia stories, there is often a conflict between martial artists and fighters from other disciplines.
This can be seen in Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and Hero, where the main characters are sword fighters. These two movies represent different views on how sword fighting should be done.
5. Jiang Hu In Wuxia
Jiang Hu is a Chinese term for a society of martial artists that can be found in Wuxia stories.
It is used to describe the world outside of the imperial court, where martial arts are practiced by heroes and villains alike.
The Jiang Hu are often described as being martial artists who live in seclusion, away from the affairs of men.
They may be monks or hermits, or they may simply be too busy with their own training to concern themselves with the goings-on of the world at large.
These characters are usually not given names, but rather titles such as “the Immortal” or “the Sword Saint.”
6. Obey Your Master In Wuxia
In Wuxia, there are many masters and disciples. The master is a mentor and guide while the disciple is his or her student.
The master teaches the disciple martial arts and other skills needed to fight in real life and survive in the world of Wuxia.
The relationship between a master and his or her disciple is very important because it reflects their mutual trust and understanding for each other.
However, this does not mean that a master will treat their disciples equally because there are certain rules that must be followed when taking on a disciple.
7. Vengeance In Wuxia
In the world of wuxia, revenge is a common theme, and revenge often takes the form of seeking justice for a loved one.
In an interview with Screenrant, director Zhang Yimou discussed his film Hero (or Ying Xiong), which was about a man seeking vengeance for the death of his father. He said that “revenge is the most important element in this film.”
Revenge is also a recurring theme in many other martial arts films, such as Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (where Jen Yu seeks revenge against Li Mu Bai for killing her father) and House of Flying Daggers (in which Mei Chang Su falls in love with a woman who happens to be his prisoner and whose husband he killed).
Masters Of Wuxia Novels
Let’s look at some of the top writers in the genre.
1. Jin Yong (ak aLouis Cha)
Jin Yong is a Chinese writer. He is best known for his wuxia novel series, starting with The Condor Trilogy, which consists of three novels: The Legend of the Condor Heroes, The Return of the Condor Heroes and The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber.
Jin Yong has been called the “Godfather of Wuxia” (武侠之父), a Chinese literary genre based on chivalry, which he popularised in his works.
His literary creations have been translated into numerous languages and adapted into numerous media.
2. Liang Yusheng (aka Chen Wentong)
Liang Yusheng was a Chinese novelist and wuxia writer. He is considered one of the most important wuxia writers and is credited with developing the genre.
Liang’s first novel, The Burning of the Red Lotus Temple, was published in 1934 when he was still a student at Peking University. His works are noted for their realism and his use of colloquial language.
In addition to his novels, he also wrote short stories and novellas which were compiled into more than ten books.
3. Gu Long (aka Xiong Yaohua)
Gu Long is a Chinese novelist. He is considered one of the most influential writers in the genre of wuxia and his works are widely read in China and abroad. Gu Long was born Zhu Ziqing into a poor family in Yulin, Shaanxi Province, China.
His father died when he was two years old, so he was raised by his mother who worked as a tailor at home. Gu Long studied at the Lu Xun Art Academy from 1954 to 1957 but did not graduate because he failed the entrance exam for the department of art history.
Afterward, he worked as an editor for several newspapers and magazines including People’s Daily (1957–1959), New Youth (1958–1959), and Fine Arts Literature (1959–1962).
He also taught at Beijing Normal University (1961–1965) before becoming a professional writer in 1965.
Wuxia And Chinese Mass Media
There are various ways in which the Chinese mass media can help to promote wuxia. Perhaps the most obvious way is by producing new material that deals with this genre.
There have been many novels, films and television series that have dealt with wuxia since it first appeared as a literary genre.
All of these productions have helped to increase its popularity among consumers of popular culture.
Another way in which the Chinese mass media can promote wuxia is through the use of advertising campaigns.
A good example of this can be seen when we consider how many companies advertise their products or services by using images from wuxia films or television series in their commercials.
This helps to increase awareness among consumers about these types of products because they are already familiar with them due to their exposure to these works through other sources such as books or newspapers.
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Shaw Brothers Studio is a Hong Kong-based film production company, founded in 1958 by Runje Shaw and his brothers. The company was one of the largest studios in Hong Kong.
The Shaw Brothers Studio was the largest film production company in Hong Kong during the 1960s and 1970s.
It produced many kung fu movies and was an important part of the Golden Age of Hong Kong cinema.
The studio’s first film was The Legend of the Seven Golden Vampires (1974), loosely based on Bram Stoker’s Dracula and starring David Chiang, who had previously appeared in two martial arts films for the studio.
After this, Chiang became one of the biggest stars at Shaw Brothers Studio, appearing in over 25 films with them before moving to Taiwan to work for other studios such as Golden Harvest.
In 1976 Runje Shaw and his brother Runde Shaw sold their controlling interest in their studio to investors led by Raymond Chow (who later founded Golden Harvest) for HK$50 million (US$6 million).
Wuxia And Music
The music in Wuxia is often an important part of the film, adding to its atmosphere and mood.
The most famous example is probably the soundtrack for Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon by Tan Dun, who also composed the score for Hero.
In the past, most martial arts films had very little music, but as time went on, composers became more interested in this genre and started composing music for martial arts movies.
Notable Wuxia Stories & Films
Let’s now look at some notable wuxia stories and films.
1. Legend Of The Condor Heroes
Legend Of The Condor Heroes is a wuxia novel by Jin Yong (Louis Cha). It was first serialised in newspapers from 1 January 1957 to 19 February 1959.
The novel is set during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor in the Qing dynasty, and it follows two protagonists, Yang Kang and Guo Xiaotian, as they grow up to become rivals.
Yang Kang is depicted as a villainous character while Guo Xiaotian is depicted as an anti-heroic character who only wishes for peace and quiet.
The novel has been adapted into various types of media, including television series, film and video games. The story has also been referenced in other works such as Wong Kar-wai’s film In the Mood for Love (2000).
2. The Smiling, Proud Wanderer
The Smiling, Proud Wanderer wuxia is a period drama set in the Ming Dynasty. It features the adventures of two martial arts brothers who are on a mission to find their lost sister.
The two brothers are played by Zhang Hanyu and Yang Mi, who are both currently enjoying great success in their careers.
The Smiling, Proud Wanderer wuxia is directed by Peter Chan Ho-sun, who has previously worked with Zhang Hanyu on a number of projects including The Warlords and Chinese Zodiac.
This is the second time that he has worked with Yang Mi, who previously starred in Love in Disguise (2013) which was also directed by him.
3. Seven Swords
The Seven Swords Wuxia is a Chinese hero and martial arts fantasy film directed by Tsui Hark. It starred Donnie Yen, Zhang Jin and Li Yuchun.
The film is based on the legend of the Seven Knights of Nanzhao who were trained as assassins in their childhood by their teacher.
The seven knights were ordered to assassinate their own king when they grew up because he had become a tyrant after being corrupted by power.
What Is Wuxia – Wrap Up
As we’ve covered, Wuxia is a genre of Chinese fiction concerning the adventures of martial arts heroes in ancient China.
It is sometimes translated as “martial arts fiction”, “heroic legend” and “wizard-born” literature. Wuxia stories have their roots in some early youxia tales from the Song, Yuan and Ming Dynasties.
Many wuxia stories have since been adapted into films or television series such as House of Flying Daggers, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and Hero.
It is often set in an ancient period and may be based on real historical events. The term wuxia is usually used to describe works of fiction.
However, it has also been used to refer to martial arts films, the actors in those films, and even the fans of those films.
Wuxia stories typically focus on heroes who have supernatural powers. Those heroes often fight against evil forces as well as rival martial artists or groups of martial artists who want to take over their territory or simply kill them because they are considered enemies.
Wuxia stories often have a lot of action and adventure including many fights between good guys and bad guys.
They also often have some romance involved as well as some tragedy or sadness that comes from the fact that many of these characters do not live long lives due to their constant battles with one another which results in death for many people involved.
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The mandorla (Italian: almond) is used in religious art (primarily Christian, but also in some Buddhist art) to denote holiness. It is best thought of as a full-body halo, and represents the aureola or radiance of holy people, most especially the Christ.
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Florida-Based Pelican's Perch Marina and Boatyard Purchases New Marine Travelift 50 BFMII Mobile Boat Hoist
STURGEON BAY, WI – Marine Travelift Inc. has announced that Pelican's Perch Marina and Boatyard of Pensacola, Florida, recently took delivery of a new 50 BFMII mobile boat hoist. The family-owned facility, which has been in business for 56 years, has a strong reputation in the Gulf Coast boating community.
Founded by Capt. Shirley Brown under the name Brown Marine Service, the operation originally served as a fuel transport business. Brown became a well-known figure in Pensacola, building a fleet of 16 barges and tugboats; after his passing in 2005, his son and daughter renamed and rebranded the business. Their goal was to better serve their customer base and run a much more efficient operation.
With their previous machine not lifting full capacity and slowing down operations, the customer turned to Marine Travelift for an improved solution. Replacing their older 50-ton lift with a 50 BFMII mobile boat hoist from a market leader was a critical component of the family's long-term vision.
While the quality of the machine was important, the customer purchased two options on the machine that would revolutionize Pelican's Perch's operations: the wireless remote control, and two-speed hoists.
"The most exciting enhancement on their new Marine Travelift mobile boat hoist is the wireless remote control, which enables David Hairelson, the yard foreman, to walk around the lift while hauling and moving a boat," said a Dale Harris from Harris Equipment Systems, the local Marine Travelift dealer, in a statement. The Sarasota, Florida-based dealership serves a large portion of Florida and the entire state of Georgia.
The wireless remote control has proven to increase operator visibility of the boat, piers and surrounding area, improve operational safety, and ensure maximum maneuverability in the yard. While the manufacturer has offered the wireless remote control as an available option for approximately 10 years, the manufacturer has upgraded to a more compact and lighter version.
To maintain consistency and provide an extra measure of efficiency and safety, the wireless remote control unit is laid out in the same format as the controls in the operator cab. And, Marine Travelift provides important mechanical back-up with direct to valve controls in the operators cab.
Pelican's Perch Marina and Boatyard also elected to include two-speed hoists, which are critical for high-duty cycles. When the Marine Travelift 50 BFMII is in high demand, the two- speed hoists will improve overall lifting efficiency. They allow lifting at roughly twice the standard speed with no load.
"The two-speed-hoists option enables us to haul boats at a much faster pace than before," the Harris Equipment Systems statement noted. "With the recent addition of a hurricane club to their business model, this option is crucial to be able to service their customers in a timely and efficient manner when a storm is on the way."
Immediately following assembly, Pelican's Perch Marina and Boatyard hosted a ceremony to celebrate the new addition to the yard. Scott Burt, owner of the marina's management team at Coastal Marina Management, presided over the festivities; also on hand were three generations of the Brown family, plus numerous friends, customers and partners from all over the Pensacola area.
As a special surprise, the new Marine Travelift 50 BFMII was dedicated to the venerable founder of Pelican's Perch Marina and Boatyard. A member of the Brown family formally christened the new machine "Capt. Shirley J. Brown," ushering in a bright new era.
Since the ceremony, the machine has been exceeding expectations and improving the marina's operations. While the new machine is proving to be quicker and handling more capacity with ease, the machine has proven to be much safer which was important to the marina. The new machine is also proving to be very popular with the marina's new and existing customers.
To learn more about Pelican's Perch Marina and Boatyard and Harris Equipment Systems, visit www.pelicansperchmarina.com and www.harrisequipmentsystems.com.
For more information about Marine Travelift and its full range of mobile boat hoists, forklifts and transporters, visit Marine Travelift's booth at the Miami Boat Show (#3402), call (920) 743-6202, e-mail the sales team at firstname.lastname@example.org or visit www.marinetravelift.com.
The world's first mobile boat hoist was conceptualized and manufactured in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, in 1945. Officially established in 1954, Marine Travelift Inc. has a long-standing reputation as a marine industry leader and is recognized for its tradition of excellence on a global scale. The company manufactures mobile boat hoists, marine forklifts, self-propelled transporters and other related marine lifting products. It also has an extensive U.S. and international dealer network, with more than 3,500 units in service worldwide.
Marine Travelift Inc.
49 E. Yew St.
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235-1976
Marketing Communications Manager

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This is the World’s Smallest Laptop, Weighs Less Than 1Kg
This laptop has been made by a Chinese company and offers more USB ports than Apple MacBook.
Every now and then we come across gadgets that deserve the tag being the biggest or the smallest. But it’s a rarity that something like laptop figure with such claims, which is why we’ve been intrigued to see the Mag1 from a Chinese company called Magic Ben this week.
So, what’s special about the laptop? Well, according to this report from TechRadar it’s the smallest notebook you can find in the market across the globe, and weighing less than 1Kg, it can easily sit on the palm of your hand.
Other than that, the Mag1 supports all the features that you expect from the laptop; built-in storage, keyboard, and even touchpad is there too.
The device as per its listing on various online platforms measures at just 20.7 x 14.6 x 1.8cm, which is pretty close to being as small as an A5 sheet. The device weighs around 700 grams and believe it or not, it has more ports than Apple offers on its Macbook nowadays.
Even in terms of power in tow, the Mag1 is quite capable with an Intel Core M3 processor, paired with 16GB RAM and supports up to 512GB storage. And because it gets a small screen, the 2560x1600 pixels resolution will make the content look crisper than it usually does.
But it’s not just the size of the Mag1 that is small, it even gets a pocket-friendly price tag, with the base model of the laptop not costing more than $620 (Rs 40,000 approx).
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It’s time to put partisanship aside
The Bush administration spent the first four years blaming Bill Clinton for everything that went wrong in the administration, even though Clinton’s eight years in office marked the longest boom in U.S. history.
The Clinton economy had expanded by 50 percent in real terms. Budget surpluses were projected for future years that totaled into the trillions-.
Additionally, Clinton's years gave us the lowest unemployment in 40 years, and the unprecedented economy created 15 million jobs. The stock market grew more than three times and created thousands of millionaires among middle class shareholders.
It's now time to look at the Bush legacy. The national debt has now reached more than $8 trillion and increases at a rate of approximately $2 billion daily. Huge tax cuts to corporations and the rich have greatly exacerbated the debt.
We’re engaged in a senseless war that had no basis at its start and is one from which we cannot now extricate ourselves. The Iraq adventure fueled a precipitous decline in America's image abroad. Bush opened the floodgates for Latin Americans immigrating to the US. and the myriads of related problems that now go along with it. Bush and others blamed the previous administration for many of his administration’s failures in spite of being handed a near perfect hand.
Unfortunately, Bush was supported by an enabling Congress. With congressional assistance, this administration is leaving a mess of gigantic proportion for the next administration and for this country.
Now is the time, more than ever before, to put aside partisanship and vote for the strongest candidate, no matter the party — one who will accept full ownership of whatever he/she inherits. We have to do it right this time
Kendall Felts, Catlettsburg
Cemetery responds to her complaints
I’m pleased to report that I’ve met with Dewey Akers, vice president of Saber Management from Indiana, owners of Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens. We spent 2 1/2 hours discussing all the problems and walking the grounds. He agreed that the things that had been going on there were not acceptable and they have been working very hard to get everything back the way it should be.
The graves have been filled in and repairs are being done to the damaged graves and markers. It looks very different today than it did just a week ago.
The maintenance supervisor promised that he’d be walking the grounds often to make sure the work was being done properly. There were several people who contacted me with problems that they had that had not been resolved. Those graves were found and promises made to contact those involved and do the needed repairs.
I feel confident that Mr. Akers is sincere in his promises and intends to see that the cemetery maintenance is maintained properly. I will certainly check the progress being made and take the necessary actions if these promises are not kept.
For those who may have thought that this was one woman’s complaint, let me assure you that is wasn't. There are many spots in the cemetery that are in very good condition and I'm sure if you visit those spots you could think that all was fine. All was not fine, but after meeting with Mr. Akers I feel that once again it can be. Golden Oaks has always been a beautiful cemetery and it will be once again.
Marcellia Lother, Ashland
Generation lived within their means
I find it funny that when Congress and even local citizens talk about rebates for senior citizens, it sounds as though someone dropped us out of an airplane at age 65 without a penny to our name and completely dependent on the younger working people to take care of us.
My husband paid into Social Security for 40 years; I contributed for 25 years. My husband passed away 14 years ago, so I receive his Social Security only.
The government didn’t give us anything; we paid for it. I'm sure if we had put the money in a 401K, we’d have had a nice retirement. There was a time when there was more money paid into the system than was paid out, but the government didn't put any excess money aside. It spent it.
We’re from a generation that worked and would rather have been shot than go on welfare. We didn't have two or three cars, a cell phone or charge on credit cards things that we couldn’t afford. We had six children. I stayed at home for 20 years, then worked for 20 years outside the home. We lived within our means,.
I live on Social Security and savings. I try to live on the interest on my savings in order not to run out of money.
I think the government should figure how much money I paid into the system plus interest and send me a check and I will give up my Social Security. According to the government people don't save enough and owe too much on credit cards. So what do they do? They take away from people (like senior citizens) to give it to people who will go out and spend it. Please don't save it or pay down debt. Is this the new generation?
Erma Bauer, Ashland
Politicians become hostages to donors
As long as the American people refuse to demand that we take “big money” out of politics and choose public financing of presidential campaigns, we will continue to elect politicians who become hostages to their big money donors.
It is a sad commentary that a candidate for president has to spend so much time raising huge amounts of money in order to compete. It is virtually impossible to adequately, honestly track the flow of campaign cash.
If “money is speech” continues to be the law backed by the Supreme Court, our country will forever be a broken democracy. One can be sure that the politicians who tout the “money is speech” line have overflowing campaign war chests and are pawns for big money special interests. They are usually Republicans, who primarily serve the rich.
For the sake of saving our democracy, the middle class and poor must stand up to the ruling plutocrats and demand their voices be heard.
Paul L. Whiteley Sr., Louisville
1993 Boyd class planning reunion
The Boyd County High School class of 1993 is planning its 15-year reunion slated for May 17. The reunion committee is currently seeking the addresses and phone numbers for graduates of the class of 1993. If you were a class member, please contact Teresa Davis Skaggs at (502) 331-9391 for more information.
Teresa Davis Skaggs, Reunion Committee Chairperson
Ceremonies to mark historic flag raising
There will be a ceremony honoring the 63rd anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo-Jima at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 24, at the VFW Post in Flemingsburg. At 4 p.m. there will be another ceremony at the grave of Franklin R. Sousley, United States Marine Corps, who was one of the flag raisers on Mt. Suribachi, Iwo-Jima, on Feb. 19, 1945. He is buried in Elizaville Cemetery.
For more information on these two events, contact Don Dixon at (859) 277-2654, or the Flemingsburg VFW at (606) 849-2257.
Don Dixon, Lexington, and Rick Johnson, Flemingsburg


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THE SECRET SISTER With nowhere to turn, penniless widow Grace Yoder travels with her young son to the Amish community of Seven Poplars. She hopes to reunite with the Plain father she never knew—and become part of the community. Though deceased, his new family still welcomes her. Grace is overcome with gratitude. But when handsome family friend and Mennonite John Hartman offers her a job in his veterinarian office, Grace discovers a beautiful bridge between the two worlds. And prays John will ask her to stay by his side. Hannah’s Daughters: Seeking love, family and faith in Amish country.

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– Monday’s WWE RAW, the post-WrestleMania XXX show from New Orleans, drew 5.15 million viewers. This is up from last week’s go-home show that drew 4.39 million viewers. RAW was the #1 show on cable for the night. This week’s first hour drew 5.313 million viewers, the second hour drew 5.094 million viewers and the final hour drew 5.032 million viewers.
– JBL and Michael Cole’s latest radio show is now online at this link. They discuss WrestleMania XXX, The Undertaker, the latest world news and more.
– WWE stock was down just over 7% on Tuesday, closing at $22.21 per share. The high was $24.05 and the low was $22.04.
– Regarding a possible War Games match, with either The Shield vs. Evolution or The Shield and Daniel Bryan vs. Kane and Evolution, it’s said that there are no arena set-ups between now and SummerSlam that can accommodate two rings. That doesn’t mean they can’t do a one-ring War Games or a big cage match of some kind, but a two-ring War Games is highly unlikely.
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WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MY PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT?
On the first visit (to your physiotherapist), you will be assessed by the Physiotherapist. This includes questions about your condition, your goals, and a physical assessment. You will be required to show the injured body part to your therapist, so we ask that you dress appropriately e.g. for a knee injury wear shorts. (If you forget your own clothing, we always have loaners available.) The assessment takes approximately one hour.
After the assessment, you and your therapist will discuss her findings and together create a treatment program. The treatment program may include:
-Modalities including heat, cold, electrotherapy, ultrasound
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Time permitting you may have some treatment, and will be provided with some exercises (at the time of the assessment). You will likely require (some) follow-up treatment appointments. You will discuss with your therapist the frequency and number of treatments (required). You will spend 30 minutes with your therapist at each treatment.
If you are a returning client and have been treated for the SAME CONDITION WITHIN THE LAST THREE MONTHS, you do not require a new assessment and can book for a treatment.
If it has been OVER THREE MONTHS since your last treatment, The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario requires that we reassess your condition. Please book for an assessment.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?
A physiotherapy assessment takes approximately one hour. You can expect subsequent visits to be 30-45 minutes (30 minutes spent with Physiotherapist)
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
Comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely and allows you to expose the injured area e.g. shorts for a knee injury and a tank top for a shoulder injury.
DO I NEED A DOCTOR’S REFERRAL?
No. Physiotherapists are primary care practitioners and therefore do not require a referral. You may need to check with your insurance company, as some extended health care plans require a referral for reimbursement of fees.
WILL MY EXTENDED HEALTH BENEFITS COVER THE COST OF THE VISIT?
Most extended health plans cover all or a portion of the physiotherapy assessment and treatments. Please check directly with your plan for the exact amount your plan covers.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Please bring your doctor’s referral (if you have one), a current list of medication, and comfortable clothing to wear that exposes your injured area i.e. shorts for knee and hip injuries, or a tank top for shoulder injuries.
HOW SOON CAN I BE SEEN FOR A NEW ASSESSMENT?
Please call or use our online booking link to find out the next available assessment.

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Seaspiracy hit Netflix on March 24th, and I don't think even the vegan community were prepared for the huge impact it was about to have. Trending across the globe and hitting #1 on Netflix in the UK, the power of Seaspiracy cannot be overstated. An outpouring of news articles, statements in response, and a 'debunking' of the facts presented soon followed. Today I'm discussing Seaspiracy, the impact that it's had and some of the criticisms it's received.
In today's episode:
- Responding to: "What about Indigenous fishers? Seaspiracy shouldn't be telling Indigenous communities not to fish."
- Responding to: "It’s not right to tell the consumer what to do, Seaspiracy is gaslighting you."
- Aquaculture Alliance & false statements.
- What has the pushback from the industry been like so far?
- Going in depth on the Earth Island Institute/Dolphin-Safe conversation.
- Facing speciesism: caring about dolphins more than tuna.
- Explaining the great Pacific Garbage Patch statistic.
- Did Cowspiracy force environmental organisations to change their messaging, and will Seaspiracy do the same?
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It is made by the Melitta Company in Germany and dates to the 1960s or early 1970s.
It is a fabulous pattern - very like the Prunus pattern made by Gustavsberg in Denmark about the same time.
The decoration is all hand applied and the pieces are all slightly different.
On offer here is a single trio - handy is you are missing pieces from a set - or if you just like the design and just want a wee individual trio for yourself.
Dimensions: Side plates diameter is 7 inches. The saucer is 4 3/4 inches. The cup is 2 1/2 inches in height by 2 3/4 inches diameter.
Listed at a very fair price - as the wee side plates often sell at £20 on their own.
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I am writing to the County Commission about the Confederate flag on county property, particularly the one at the Albertville Courthouse.
The flag does not represent Southern pride. Let it be known that this flag fired on our American flag. In this country, there is no room for this flag. We are all American, not Confederate. I am a United States of America veteran. I served honorably in the U.S. Army.
The Confederate flag is a symbol of hate and divisiveness. Also, the Civil War was about keeping a whole race of people down in slavery, to work for white people picking cotton, making money for the southern whites. The hate groups use this flag as a symbol of hate.
Let’s stop this. Put these symbols in museums please.

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after discussing several options with a handful of people who know my kitchen habits (my, how things have changed in the last 11 years), i landed on not wanting to spend $350-$800 on a used or new oven. when i got home, we took apart the front panel so we could see what was going on. there’s this tiny little hooked piece of metal that controls the position of the lock mechanism, but it was too far inside to maneuver (or bend), so we opted to break the lock itself. i found a decent pair of cutty pliers and rodney wiggled the end off.
the night before this, we made chrissy teigen’s cobb salad, sans bacon.
and, after the oven was “fixed”, we made her mac and cheese.
unfortunately, my body is not accustomed to so much butter, milk, and cheese, so the next day was pretty uncomfortable. but, it tasted good.


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Oct. 31, 2016
Borussia Dortmund vs. Sporting CP Preview & Prediction
Borussia Dortmund will come into matchday 4 of the 2016/17 Champions League campaign sitting in first place of the Group F table. They started their Champions League journey with a 6-0 beatdown against Legia Warsaw on the road and came from behind to tie 2-2 at home against Real Madrid. And in their last game, they defeated Sporting Lisbon by a 2-1 score in a tight contest.
Sporting is currently in third place in their group with three points with the only win against Legia Warsaw. What's Interesting is that Real Madrid and Dortmund defeated them by the same 2-1 scoreline. Unlike the match against Dortmund where they were trailing early, Sporting were leading against Real until the last minutes of the game. But goals from Ronaldo and Morata denied them the upset win.
Prediction: It is do or die for Sporting when they square off against Dortmund, but a loss here could end their Champions League campaign. So we can expect them not to give up without a fight this Wednesday night. But Dortmund is a side with a remarkable record at home. It is hard to see them lose any points until the matchday six encounter against Real Madrid on the road.
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purple haze: colorverse milky lavender fountain pen ink
Finding a sunny spot at a cafe comes harder as the weather gets warmer. The tables in the shade are usually empty, but you would also like a piece of the rare warm sun, just like everyone else. So, once you finally spot a table at the cafe you wanted to go to, you sit down as quick as possible. It's still somewhat early in the morning, and the streets are not as busy as they will be in a couple of hours. Still, tour busses and trams pass through, carrying people along the river's edge. In between the grumbling engines, the street calms back down, and you can hear the rustling of the leaves in the gentle wind and the birdsong of sparrows hiding in between the branches once more.
My favourite part of spring is the lavender flowers. You cannot have bad memories with the lavender flowers. The variety that grows in the place that I currently live in doesn’t have much of a scent, but I can almost smell them anyway. It reminds me of the fields in Aix-en-Provence that we went one summer, you would open the car windows slightly and the most beautiful lavender smell would fill up the car. It also reminds me of horse riding in the summer, where they had planted lavenders around the manège. The flower buds would dry on the plant under the Mediterranean sun and the whole line of shrubs would vibrate with the buzz of the bees.
Lavender flowers remind me of the best parts of spring and summer, so it was inevitable for me to buy this fountain pen ink. The only part were I hesitated was getting the “Lavender” from Diamine or “Milky Lavender” from Colorverse. The swatches look similar enough on a computer screen, but I went with Colourverse simply because of the cuteness factor. The space theme and the little lavender drawings on the bottle were hard to resist. Don’t get me wrong, the Diamine bottles are very functional and I own plenty of them, it was a time to try something different.
Colorverse is known for their space theme, though they release some ink around the joys of being on Earth as well. Or growing lavender on Mars, whichever you prefer. I love this and have to actively stop looking at Colorverse inks to stop buying them, because I spend most of my free time volunteering for two different space projects. Some people have that obsession with space when they were growing up, which I never had, but I found myself there anyway. It’s quite fun.
Space theme and my second favourite flower make for a very strong case to buy an ink. Knowing Colorverse’s quality and impeccable colour selection, I had added this ink to my order for a bit of an extra purple goodness in my life. Lavender is my second favourite colour too.
I want to start first with the packaging, simply because even though the inks are amazing, that’s what you’re really buying. Incidentally, the cardboard box that most inks come in is the part I least care about, I usually throw it away. Colorverse is the exception to that. The bottles fit perfectly into the square based box, even though the bottles have an irregular shape. Considering the space prints at the inside of the bottle and the lavender on the outside, I kept the bottle. Not too surprising I guess, I keep these bottles more often than not. The printing colour on top of the box also represents the ink’s colour pretty well, so it is easy to find and remember in my ink drawer(s). Truly an example of a box worth keeping.
Then, there is that beautiful bottle. For this ink, it’s the 65ml bottle size, the largest they make. The base has a tear-drop shape that gives the little tail and a special shape to this bottle. Ink and pen pairings are careful combinations for me, aiming to show off both of them in the best light that they possibly can. This bottle shows me that they put the same effort and thought into designing the bottle as well. The bottle fits pretty nicely to your hand, the rounded shape sits like a smooth pebble from the beach in your palm. Due to this roundness and the different shape that the base of the bottle has, it feels like it should be unstable. It is not. It is easy to fill from, though my pens tend not to be on the larger size.
Buying something for the packaging is not something I tend to do, as I try to stay on the more practical side. The packaging gets thrown away, every single time. The part which makes Colourverse a good example of buying the packaging is that the inks also stand up to that high standard. They are well-behaved with beautiful colours. Also, we tend to form lasting opinions from first impressions, which means opening the packaging and peeling away layers of cardboard first. For me, this type of an experience translates to reaching for an ink more often due to the positive experience beforehand. As a customer, I want to feel valued and cared for. I will care a lot about which ink goes to my pen, and in return the company shows that they care about my experience with the ink beyond simple quality. Each ink/pen brand is good for one thing, and this is Colorverse’s forte. They make you want to buy and use the ink, and not only for the pretty colours that they come out with.
I do have a number of them on my wish list.
Well, since we opened the box and took the bottle out, we might as well ink up a few pens. I’ve been using this ink every now and then, so I decided to ink up three pens with different characteristics to look at how it compares in different nibs. The first pen is a TWSBI Diamond ALR 580 with a very wet medium nib, the second one is the same pen with a normal fine nib and the last pen is a Faber Castell Grip fountain pen with a dry fine nib.
In the medium nib, the ink exhibits some interesting shading. It doesn’t create gradients of colour, but instead kind of separates. The darker parts where the ink pools, like the ends of letters, have a well defined line between them and the lighter parts. In the medium-wet fine nib, it rarely shades and even the lightest shade of this bright lavender colour is easily legible. On the other hand, the dry fine nib isn’t the most enjoyable experience. The light colour blends to the lines on the page and doesn’t stand out very much in cream coloured papers. It is still legible, though it is not as effortless as in the other two nibs. You have to bring the page closer to your face to read comfortably. It behaves okay, as long as you don’t use the worst paper. The only point that I encountered is that it’s a bit sensitive to the oils transferring to the bottom of page from your hand, like most shading inks.
If you can’t tell, I enjoy this ink a lot. The colour fits my taste perfectly and the shading gives it some spice. Colorverse Milky Lavender is the best of both worlds, a lovely ink in a lovely bottle.
Thank you for reading!


(MBM) Van Zant Explains Decision To Continue Lynyrd Skynyrd Following Gary Rossington's Death was a top 23 story of July 2023: Speaking exclusively to Rock Candy Mag as part of an in-depth 18-page Lynyrd Skynyrd story, lead vocalist Johnny Van Zant explains exactly how and why the band has decided to continue after the untimely death of founding member and guitarist Gary Rossington back in March.
"Gary's wife really sealed the deal," Johnny outlined to Rock Candy Mag editor Howard Johnson. "Dale has been singing backing vocals with Skynyrd for years and years, ever since the Tribute Tour that brought the band back together in 1987. And when Gary died, Dale said to me, 'This is what Gary did and he would want you guys to carry on.' So now more than ever I want to continue. Gary was out there carrying the legacy for the original guys - for Ronnie and Allen, for Billy and Leon - for so many years out of respect for what they did. Now I think he deserves the same kind of respect from us."
With Skynyrd currently hitting the road for shows with ZZ Top, guitarist Rickey Medlocke is also quick to explain his desire to keep the band's legacy alive.
"When Gary passed it broke my heart," says Medlocke. "It really did. It's only now that I've got to the point where I can talk about it and think about the good old days and all the good times we had together. So it's very emotional for me to get up on stage and play, and to look across and not see Gary doing his thing. But I believe it's important to keep Skynyrd's music alive and not let it just fade away. It's important for all of us to honour the memories of all the other guys who went before us in this band. I'm just very proud and very honoured to be doing that."
Van Zant also says that live performance has always been at the very core of Lynyrd Skynyrd's work.
"The records Skynyrd made were great, but Gary felt that in truth Skynyrd had always been about the live performance," he explains. "Now we're no young turkeys, no spring chickens. But what I do know is that everyone still loves getting out there and playing the music. We feel like a family when we're out there together, and we all want to go out there again and really give Gary his due."
You can read our 18-page Lynyrd Skynyrd special, together with many other fascinating stories about RATT, Jethro Tull, Faster Pussycat, and Ronnie Montrose in issue 39 of Rock Candy Mag. For more details go here.


We published 24 ASP.NET 2.0 Security FAQs now in Guidance Explorer. You'll find them under the patterns & practices library node. We pushed the FAQs into Guidance Explorer because one of our consultants in the field, Alik, is busy building out a customer's security knowledge base using Guidance Explorer.
Don't let the FAQ name fool you. FAQ can imply high-level or introductory. These FAQs actually reflect some deeper issues. In retrospect, we should have named this class of guidance modules "Questions and Answers."
Each FAQ takes a question and answer format, where we summarize the solution and then point to more information.


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(No Sugar focus, although Othello has also been studied)
Davis' presentation of the social, realist, drama “No Sugar” can be considered as a forum to highlight the impacts of the European social and political philosophy of the early 20th century on Aboriginal society. It is a political text that exposes social issues. It expresses these issues using the form of drama and the use of staging conventions to challenge the audience into developing an opinion on the topics.
The play was staged on a perambulant model, meaning that the action of the play shifts between several locations: There is the town of Northam with the Police Station and two Cells, the Main Street and the Government Well Aboriginal Reserve. Then there is The Moore River Native Settlement with the Superintendent’s office, the Millimurra family’s tent and the Aboriginal camp at Long Pool. There is also the Chief Protectors Office and the Western Australian Historical Society in Perth and an area by the railway line. This allows for diversification of a conventional stage setting or alternatively
It could be said that the whole 20th Century was one of enlightenment. 2, political and religious leaders became accountable, often reluctantly. It is a hard-hitting and meaningful ploy by Davis. The weekly cost of and Aborigine"tms rations was "2 shillings and four pence" (about 24cents) and was to be reduced whereas an unemployed European received "7 shillings" (about 70 cents) At the same time the winner of the "Most Economical Housewife Contest" made do on "2 pounds 5 shillings" (about 4. On stage, these directions can be achieved by lighting, appropriately dimmed or brightened to suit the occasion. " It further demonstrates the racial prejudice endemic in the Police Force and a possible inferiority complex on the part of the Police faced with Jimmy"tms obvious intelligence where the use of force is their only counter to rational argument. like all births, symbolises continuity into the future. Acceptance of the work of Aboriginal authors such as Jack Davis and his contemporaries was only achieved in the 1960"tms. This is evident in Act 1, Scene 10: Jimmy "You recon blackfellas are bloody mugs. In reality No Sugar presents a view that is contrary to this assumption. The play focuses on the issues of handouts and provision or withdrawal of "privileges"tm and towards the end restores their culture in part with Gran rejecting Matron"tms talcum powder for Mary"tms child in preference to traditional use of ash. 50) a week thus highlighting some discrepancies Act 1 Scene 2. There is also the irony and demonstration of rebellion achieved when the Aboriginal characters corrupt the words of the hymn sung at the Australia Day ceremony 1934, near the end of the play (Act 4 Scene 5) when the Whites sing a traditional hymn "There is a Happy Land" and the Aborigines sing a parody as a song of rebellion! When viewed from an Aboriginal perspective, one has to question exactly what Australia Day really means. It is a representation of the Aboriginal culture emerging and "thumbing its nose"tm (as is always done in any form of protest!) at the privileged group in power.


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FGN Savings Bond – The Debt Management Office (DMO) of Nigeria, in line with the Debt Management Office (Establishment) Act 2003 and the Local Loans (Registered Stock and Securities) Act, CAP. LI7, LFN 2004, is offering a unique investment opportunity on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria.
The Federal Government Savings Bonds provide an attractive avenue for both individual and institutional investors to grow their wealth securely. In this article, we will explore the key details of this investment opportunity and why it’s worth considering.
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With interest rates of 12.464% per annum for the 2-year FGN Savings Bond due November 15, 2025, and 13.464% per annum for the 3-year FGN Savings Bond due November 15, 2026, investors can enjoy secure and competitive returns on their investments. Quarterly payments ensure a steady stream of income, allowing investors to plan their finances effectively.
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Your investment will begin generating returns on Feb 15, 2024, with quarterly payments. To invest, please get in touch with your stockbroker. If you don’t have one, don’t hesitate to reach out to any of the stockbrokers listed at this link: https://www.dmo.gov.ng/fgn-bonds/savings-bond/3597-updated-list-of-distribution-agents-as-at-june-16-2021/file
Investing in the Federal Government Savings Bonds is not only a sound financial decision but also a way to contribute to the growth and stability of Nigeria’s economy. With competitive interest rates, tax benefits, and the backing of the Federal Government, these bonds are a compelling choice for investors seeking financial growth while ensuring security for their hard-earned money.

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