Investing in green energy is crucial in today’s world for a myriad of reasons related to environmental, economic, and social sustainability. A lot has already been written on importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change, enhance energy security, and foster economic growth.
For instance, recent research has highlighted the intertwined nature of clean energy with sustainable development goals (SDGs), emphasizing that advancements in green energy technologies can lead to significant public health and economic benefits without major trade-offs. These benefits are crucial for achieving a wide range of SDGs, including those related to poverty reduction, health improvements, and gender equality.
Furthermore, the International Energy Agency (IEA) underscores energy as a central pillar for achieving the SDGs, particularly SDG 7, which aims for universal access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy by 2030.
India is actively contributing to this global shift towards green energy. The country has set ambitious renewable energy targets and is making significant strides in solar and wind energy sectors, backed by supportive government policies. This commitment was further reinforced in the recent interim budget speech, where the Indian government outlined substantial allocations for renewable energy projects, signaling a strong national commitment to expanding green energy infrastructure and achieving its ambitious energy goals.
Four key announcements in the budget speech would be pushing this agenda ahead. First one is the PM Suryodaya Yojana. This marks a transformative step in the nation’s energy strategy. By offering up to 300 units of free electricity monthly, this initiative aims to significantly reduce household energy expenses, with potential annual savings ranging between fifteen to eighteen thousand rupees. Moreover, the surplus electricity generated can be sold back to distribution companies, further enhancing household savings. This scheme not only lightens the financial burden on families but also supports the charging of electric vehicles, aligning with India’s push towards cleaner transportation options.
Beyond individual savings, the rooftop solar initiative is poised to stimulate economic growth by creating a myriad of entrepreneurship opportunities in the supply and installation of solar systems. It also promises to open up new job avenues for the youth, particularly in technical fields related to the manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of solar panels. This aligns with broader national objectives of promoting sustainable energy sources, reducing carbon emissions, and contributing to global environmental goals.
Second, the announcement to provide viability gap funding (VGF) for 1 GW of offshore wind energy capacity is a pivotal move for the country’s renewable energy ecosystem. This funding aims to mitigate the financial gaps that have historically deterred the development of offshore wind projects, due to their high initial costs compared to more established renewable sources like onshore wind and solar energy. With an extensive coastline and significant offshore wind potential, especially in states like Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, this initiative is poised to unlock a substantial clean energy source capable of powering millions of homes, aligning with India’s broader objectives of enhancing energy security and sustainability.
The VGF is designed as a financial mechanism to make economically justifiable projects commercially viable, thereby attracting private investment into a sector that is crucial for achieving India’s ambitious targets of 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2070. By reducing the investment risk and incentivizing the development of offshore wind farms, the government’s approach is expected to catalyze significant advancements in India’s renewable energy infrastructure. This strategic investment not only diversifies the country’s energy portfolio but also marks a critical step towards a sustainable and green economy, underscoring the nation’s commitment to combating climate change and promoting sustainable development.
The third announcement regarding the setup of coal gasification and liquefaction capacity of 100 MT by 2030 is significant as it aligns with the National Coal Gasification Mission. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on imports of natural gas, methanol, and ammonia by utilizing domestic coal resources for gasification purposes, promoting energy self-sufficiency, and supporting India’s energy transition goals. Coal gasification converts coal into syngas (a mixture of hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide) through high-temperature reactions with steam and oxygen. This process enables more efficient energy extraction and the possibility of capturing CO2 before it is emitted, offering a pathway to cleaner energy. Coal liquefaction, on the other hand, involves converting coal into liquid hydrocarbons, mimicking natural petroleum formation but at accelerated rates and controlled conditions. Both processes contribute to reduced carbon footprints by enabling cleaner combustion, higher efficiency, and the integration of carbon capture and storage technologies.
Fourth, mandating the phased blending of Compressed Biogas (CBG) into CNG and PNG will technically promote green energy in India by enhancing the utilization of renewable biogas, derived from agricultural waste, organic waste, and other bio-resources. This approach not only reduces carbon emissions by substituting fossil fuels but also encourages the development of biogas infrastructure, contributing to a circular economy and improving waste management practices. It aligns with sustainable energy goals and supports India’s commitments to reducing its carbon footprint. Further, providing financial assistance for the procurement of biomass aggregation machinery will facilitate the efficient collection of agricultural and organic waste.
On the whole, the impetus towards green energy in India in the interim budget is expected to have multiple benefits. These include job creation in renewable sectors, enhanced energy security through reduced fossil fuel dependence, fostering innovation in green technologies, environmental improvements by reducing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, and expanded access to electricity in underserved regions, collectively contributing to sustainable economic growth and energy equity.
In a world where budgets often sound as dry as a desert afternoon, this interim budget is a monsoon of green energy initiatives, promising to sprinkle sustainability across its landscape.
(Bibek Debroy is Chairman & Aditya Sinha is OSD, Research, Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister. Views Personal.)
Disclaimer: These are the personal opinions of the author.


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Hit Points: 25
Cost: 12.5 37.5
Build Time: 30
Produced at: Lair/Hatchery
Base Ground Attack: N/A
Base Air Attack: 110
Base Armor: 0
Production Hot Key: S
The Scourge serve as kamikaze-attack flying units, capable of causing 110 damage to aerial
targets. Like Zerglings, Scourge spawn in pairs from a single Larva and can be produced
in mass numbers in a very short period of time.
Their low vitality (HP) and inability to hit ground targets make them vulnerable to attack
and therefore they should be used with stealth and caution so that they can best achieve their
destructive potential. They prey easily on lone or small groups of enemy air units, but
they lose their usefulness against larger groups of aerial units capable of counterattack.
To get the most of the Scourge, use them in combination with Mutalisks, Guardians or Devourers.
The Scourge can quickly even the odds in the favor of an already established Zerg air force and
with the Mutalisks/Guardians/Devourers there to absorb most of the damage from the enemy, the
Scourge have a much better chance of a successful attack run.
Scourge acquire their targets very quickly and if used to patrol key areas, can be useful for
putting an end to an enemy drop tactic. However, in the battlefield, all available Scourge
may lock onto a single target and may simultaneously attack, resulting in a huge waste of resources
for only one kill. As a result, you should either keep a watchful eye and tight control on your Scourge
groups or separate them into pairs in case of auto acquiring as well as for easier management during a
Determining the number of Scourge for a Kill
One thing to keep in mind when using Scourge is knowing how many are needed to destroy any given target.
Using too few Scourge will only damage a target and with the Terran ability to repair, Protoss
ability to recharge shields and the Zerg ability to regenerate, only damaging a target can be
a waste of time and resources. Using too many Scourge is a waste of precious Vespene Gas and
should be avoided whenever possible. Listed below is the minimum number of Scourge needed
to destroy each unit (but more may be necessary if these units are in groups):
Wraith - 2 Scourge
Of the listed units, the best choices for a Scourge attack are the Dropship, Science Vessel, Observer, Shuttle,
Carrier, Arbiter, Overlord and Guardian. These units make prime candidates either because they have
little or no means of stopping the Scourge attack run and the damage they can potentially cause make it
worth it to kill them as quickly as possible to neutralize the threat. The one unit you will almost never
want to kill using Scourge is the Battlecruiser. Their immense firepower can easily annihilate Scourge
as they move in for the kill and if the Battlecruisers are in groups of 4 or larger, the sheer number of
Scourge needed to kill even one Battlecruiser becomes ridiculous. At best, use Scourge to kill lone
Battlecruisers and even then be wary of any support they might have from the ground or air. If you absolutely
have to use Scourge against Battlecruisers, be sure to upgrade the Flyer Carapce. This can give the Scourge
a slighty better chance of success by being able to survive two shots rather than one (given that the Battlecruisers
Dropship - 2 Scourge
Valkyrie - 2 Scourge
Science Vessel - 2 Scourge
Battlecruiser - 6 Scourge (1 will always be killed en route)
Observer - 1 Scourge
Shuttle - 2 Scourge
Scout - 3 Scourge
Corsair - 2 Scourge
Carrier - 5 Scourge
Arbiter - 4 Scourge
Overlord - 2 Scourge
Mutalisk - 2 Scourge
Guardian - 2 Scourge
Devourer - 3 Scourge
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Two Templars bail out just before Scourges destroy a Shuttle.
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A group of Scourges shatter a Cloaked Wraith attack wing after being revealed by an Overlord.
The Scourge are particularly vulnerable to anti-air ground units of any kind, so
whenever possible, use those ground units to eliminate the Scourge threat.
- Marines and Goliaths can both attack Scourge with complete impunity.
- Cloaked Wraiths can destroy packs of Scourge quickly (if undetected).
- Irradiate from Science Vessels can quickly destroy/damage packs of Scourge.
- Battlecruisers are the ultimate Scourge killers, especially with attack upgrades.
- Dragoons and Archons can both attack Scourge with complete impunity.
- The High Templar's Psionic Storm can instantly eradicate groups of Scourge.
- Fleets of Scouts or Corsairs can do well against Scourge.
- If unescorted, Arbiters can use Stasis Field to halt an incoming Scourge attack.
- Hydralisks can attack Scourge with complete impunity.
- Mutalisks or Devourers in large groups can deal with Scourge.
Level 1 -
Level 2 -
Level 3 -
Flyer Carapace -
Each upgrade adds +1 to the Flyer Carapace for a total of +3 when fully upgraded.
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Fine work Laurie!
26 Sep 2011 11:02am
@Craig: Thank you Craig.
wonderful image, Laurie ! Love how they look at each other . Looks like a boy is waiting for some approval, but father .. he looks very tough :)
26 Sep 2011 11:48am
@Mariana M.: Thank you, Mariana. The father does look a little tough, doesn't he?
Wow, really great portrait of these two Laurie! I think Mariana's interpretation is spot on. Very well done here! It has finally cooled off here, and we're getting a bit of rain occasionally now. It's certainly welcome after this summer. Hope you all start cooling off there soon too.
26 Sep 2011 1:42pm
@Jason Politte: Thank you, Jason.
That looks like a kid who will grow up knowing how to look after himself on the streets. A terrific portrait with perfect timing and capture of a look exchanged that speaks all languages and tells so many stories. Great hues in the processing also. Very well captured Laurie.
26 Sep 2011 2:11pm
@DESPITE STRAIGHT LINES: Thank you, Paul. Very much.
Excellent Photograph .. just a wonderful moment captured for all time !
26 Sep 2011 6:39pm
@philip earl: Thank you, Philip.
Great capture and tittle.
27 Sep 2011 2:12am
@Lydia.Dd: Thank you, Lydia.
It does look like they are having a serious conversation... man to man.. excellent shot and title.
27 Sep 2011 7:57am
@Sarito: Thank you, Sarito.
Beautiful shot, mum....perfectly captured!!
27 Sep 2011 7:05pm
bravo pour cette discussion entre hommes
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The youngest son of actor Jean-Claude Van Damme has been sentenced to a conditional eight-month prison sentence for threatening his roommate, USA Today reports Thursday.
Nicholas Van Varenberg held his roommate in 2017 under pressure from a knife. The 22-year-old son of Van Damme was arrested on September 10 last year in his hometown of Tempe in the American state of Arizona. Prior to the court’s ruling, he had already known his guilt, reports the website.
The court documents show that security cameras in the apartment complex have made images. The images show that Van Varenberg strikes one of the walls in the apartment complex. When the police came to take a look at the request of the neighbors, they followed a blood trail that led to Van Varenberg’s home.
Van Damme’s son did not open at first. Later there was a lot of shouting from the apartment, where the neighbors called the police again. When agents rang again, Van Varenberg appeared to prevent threats from his roommate opening the door.

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indicator-cpufreq with Cinnamon to control my CPU-usage and save power, as my battery life has been running low. So, I use
indicator-cpufreq to put my CPU in powersave mode. However, I have this weird issue with Cinnamon, that sometimes when I wake up from suspend, CPU usage skyrockets up to 40% per core, and everything slows down significantly. This happened again with my CPU in powersave mode. However, when I tried putting it in performance mode, everything went back to normal speed, and the CPU usage fell back to normal. So my question is, what does it do to put my CPU in powersave mode? The usage of my CPU increased and everything slowed down, so is it even helping out at all? Is it even saving power?
On a side note, according to all the images I see of indicator-cpufreq, it gives multiple options to choose from, whereas I only see the options
Powersave. Why is this?


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The city of Charlottesville will be the focal point of two important recruiting battles. The University of Virginia plans on hosting the country's second best player, Luol Deng, and another top 25 player in Terrence Roberts.
Roberts (right) has already visited Syracuse. He also plans on visiting Florida and Maryland. The 6-8 forward had a super workout yesterday in front of programs like Syracuse, Maryland, and Seton Hall. Roberts was draining three's and slamming home missed shots, according to our sources who attended the workout for St. Anthony's High School.
Deng (left), a 6-8 multi-purpose player from Blair Academy in New Jersey, cut his list down to Duke, Virginia, Missouri, and Indiana. Deng will visit Virginia on September 20th, Missouri on September 27th and in late October he will visit Duke. Indiana is trying to schedule a visit.
Deng, who may play the point this year at Blair Academy, is ranked as the second best player in the 2003 class by RivalsHoops.com. Both he and Roberts have offensive flexibility to play different positions. This is a key reason why so many high majors would love to have both or at least one of them on their rosters.
So Charlottesville becomes a key city this weekend when watching the recruiting wars for the best in the class of 2003. We will post the results on Sunday.

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Columbia Police officers responded to 301 Nebraska Avenue, Break Time Convenience Store, at 1:46 a.m. today in reference to a robbery with a gun.
The preliminary investigation revealed two male suspects both armed with handguns entered the business and demanded money from the clerk. The suspects retrieved an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing the scene in a northbound direction on foot. There were no reported injuries or property damage as a result of the robbery. The investigation is on-going.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Columbia Police Department at (573) 874-7652, or call CrimeStoppers at (573) 875-TIPS to remain anonymous.


The secretary general of the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah has paid tribute to Iran’s resistance to the pressure and sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies.
In recent years, Iran has made progress in all fields through resistance and steadfastness and has become a great regional power for which the whole world opens an extra account, Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah said Tuesday evening in Beirut during his speech commemorating the martyr commanders of the Lebanese resistance.
These experiences in Iran since the victory of the Islamic Revolution in 1979 until today are a divine and rational proof for all people in the world to understand that through active participation in national events, unity, perseverance, struggle, selflessness, stability and continuity of action, one can protect one’s religious, national and human values, independence, sovereignty, freedom, dignity, honor and natural resources, the Hezbollah Secretary General added.
Nasrallah also pointed to the Bahraini uprising against the Al-Khalifa regime, saying, “Bahraini people, led by Sheikh Isa Qassim, have repeatedly sacrificed themselves to achieve freedom.”
The Secretary General of Lebanese Hezbollah saluted the Bahraini people and Sheikh Isa Qassim, stating, “The oppressed in Bahrain have peacefully started a revolution to gain their rights. Many have been killed or injured, and currently thousands of people are in Bahraini prisons but they have not yet stopped their peaceful movement.”
Regarding the developments in Lebanon, Nasrallah criticized the attitude of some countries in internationalizing the issues, saying, “Any talk of an international resolution according to Chapter VII of the UN Charter on the government means an invitation to war, and internationalizing the issue contradicts Lebanon’s sovereignty and can be a pretext for a new occupation


Carbon fiber and glass fiber reinforced plastic pipes belong to composite materials. Carbon pipes are made of carbon fiber and resin through winding, pultrusion or rolling. Glass tube is made by pulling and pulling glass fiber and resin. They are all used in aerospace, automobile manufacturing, sports and other industries, so what is the difference in performance compared to it?
First look at the carbon fiber tube, its tensile strength is about 1500MPa, compared to the commonly used metal (steel’s tensile strength is 300~600MPa, tensile strength of aluminum 110~136MPa) higher density of 1.6g/cm^3 is very light, only about 1/2 of aluminum, the thermal expansion coefficient of 1.4× 10^-6, not easy to deformation. The fatigue strength limit is 70%~80% of its tensile strength. The carbon fiber tube is more stable and has longer service life when it works under the condition of long-term alternating load.
First look at FRP, it is an insulating material, density 2.53~2.55g/cm^3, tensile strength 100~300MPa, elastic modulus 7000MPa, elongation at break 1.5~4%, Poisson’s ratio 0.22, thermal expansion coefficient 4.8×, 10^-4. The strain is also large. When the strain reaches 1%~2%, the resin will crack. Therefore, when designing FRP parts, the allowable load stress should not exceed 60% of the ultimate stress, while the carbon fiber will be allowed to be used under the limit stress condition because of its large modulus of elasticity.
It can be seen from the above that the performance of the carbon fiber tube is better than that of the glass tube.
Shenzhen CN Technology Co.,Ltd is a professional manufacturer and distributor of carbon fiber products. Such as roll wrapped carbon fiber tubes,Hot press carbon fiber sheets,CNC carbon fiber cutting,carbon fiber chamfered.


A 4-acre property in North Palm Beach will open as a full-service Mazda dealership on Jan. 5.
Grieco Motors bought the land, which is located at the corner of Alternate A1A and Northlake Boulevard, for $5 million in 2012. It was vacant for about eight years.
“Mazda opening will rejuvenate that area. Not only will it bring new people to the area, but it will promote more business,” North Palm Beach Community Development Director Chuck Huff told the Palm Beach Post.
Grieco renovated the single-story building and installed new landscaping. [Palm Beach Post] — Katherine Kallergis


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Luther Gulick Park
NYC PARKS CELEBRATES $9.9 MILLION RENOVATION OF LUTHER GULICK PARKNYC PARKS CELEBRATES $9.9 MILLION RENOVATION OF LUTHER GULICK PARK
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, today joined Council Member Margaret Chin; Lucas Wolf, Comptroller Scott Stringer’s office; Jessica Mates, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer’s office; Owen Vincent, Local Programs Office, NY State Department of Transportation; Trever Holland, Chair, Community Board 3 Parks, Recreation, Waterfront and Resiliency Committee; Lisa Gulick, great-grand-niece of Luther Gulick and granddaughter of Dr. Luther Gulick; and David Bolotsky, founder of Friends of Luther Gulick Park to officially celebrate the reconstruction of Luther Gulick Park.
“Luther Gulick Park has undergone a truly remarkable transformation, and I’m thrilled to officially unveil this vibrant green space in the heart of the Lower East Side,” said Commissioner Silver. “The complete revitalization was made possible thanks to community advocacy and generous funding from Mayor de Blasio, City Council, State Department of Transportation, the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation, and many other supporters.”
The $9.9 million project at Luther Gulick Park transformed the mostly asphalt site into a lush green park that addresses the needs of the community. The park now accommodates multiple uses connected along new pathways and plantings, including basketball, handball and table tennis, adult fitness, and passive recreation. The park also features new play equipment geared for children of all ages and meets or exceeds ADA requirements.
The reconstruction of this park received $9.9 million in funding from City (Mayor Bill de Blasio—$3.3M, City Council—$1.8M, Borough President—$750K), State ($1.1M) and Federal ($3.4M) sources.
“Ever since my first term in Council I have fought for the revitalization of Luther Gulick Park, and it is a gratifying experience to finally see its completion,” said Council Member Margaret Chin. “I want to thank the Parks Department for doing such a wonderful job creating this new space and the neighbors for their tireless advocacy. Luther Gulick Park was designed to be a multi-use green space and I know all the surrounding communities will enjoy its many amenities for years to come.”
“As the pandemic rages on and families spend as much time outdoors as possible, it's more important now than ever that our communities have access to high-quality green and open space,” said Comptroller Scott Stringer. “I’m proud to have funded the construction of Luther Gulick Park as Manhattan Borough President, and I look forward to seeing how children in the neighborhood enjoy the new playground.”
“Parks are among the city’s most important and utilized treasures, and Luther Gulick Park is no exception,” said Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer. “These renovations include beautifully designed upgrades to the playground, courts, sitting areas, and comfort station, and I know it will be a popular destination for the entire community.”
Funding ($900,000) was provided by the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation through Community Development Block Grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
“LMDC is proud to have helped fund the transformation of Luther Gulick Park,” said Holly Leicht, chair of the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation. “Lower East Side residents have waited years for this day, and the rebirth of this community playground couldn’t come at a more perfect time, as New York kids and their parents seek safe, fun outdoor spaces to play and gather during this difficult time. It also serves as a good reminder of what can be accomplished when city, state and federal government work in partnership.”
“My great uncle and grandfather would be so impressed by the hard work, dedication of resources and coordination for the reconstruction of this park named for them,” said Lisa Gulick. “They both believed that open space for play and recreation is vital for healthy communities and life, and I think they would be honored and thrilled to know their work is being recognized in this way.”
“It’s incredibly gratifying to see the vision of our community realized, and the renovation is even better than we had imagined,” said David Bolotsky, founder of Friends of Luther Gulick Park. “The park now brings all corners of our neighborhood together, and it’s wonderful to see people relaxing and playing together at a time when we really need positivity.”
When acquired by the City in 1931, then Parks Commissioner John E. Sheehy proposed to name the property in honor of Luther Gulick and his nephew, also Luther Gulick. However, the park was known as Bernard Downing Playground from its opening in 1933 until 1985, when the playground was renamed to honor both Gulicks’ civic contributions. The elder Gulick is widely known as the Godfather of Basketball, and the younger was the former president of the Institute for Public Administration and was appointed to the Committee on Administrative Management by President Franklin Roosevelt. The park was most recently renovated in 1999.
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- NYC PARKS CELEBRATES $9.9 MILLION RENOVATION OF LUTHER GULICK PARK
- De Blasio Administration Launches Community Parks Initiative To Build More Inclusive And Equitable Park System
- SPOTLIGHT ON: LUTHER GULICK PLAYGROUND

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Jean-François and I are getting ready to re-plant our vegetable garden, and thinking of all the delicious tomatoes, zucchini and other vegetables and fruits we will enjoy this summer made me hungry for some ratatouille. However, I do enjoy making this tian version which uses the same veggies, but I think looks prettier.
Laura ready to cook the tian, ©Laura Crotet
- Slice the eggplant into thin rounds. Put them in a bowl and lightly salt them. Let them sit for about 15-20 minutes to give their water, then rinse and pat dry. You can brush a little olive oil on each round, but I do not think this is necessary.
- During this time, slide the zucchini, the tomatoes, and the onions into rounds.
- Preheat the oven to 360°F.
- Rub the bottom of your dish with a garlic clove that you did not cut, then put some olive oil in the dish.
- Begin assembling the tian by arranging the sliced vegetables, alternating the colors. If you have a square dish like me, you can do this by lines. If you have a round dish, start on the outside and make a circular arrangement. As I did not want too much on an onion taste, I skipped every other turn for the onion.
The tian is ready for the oven, ©Laura Crotet
- Sprinkle the top with the chopped garlic, herbes de Provence, salt & pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook in the oven for about 1 hour, until the vegetables are soft and are starting to turn golden on the top.
It is a great side dish for a BBQ, or can be enjoyed as is with a salad, a baked potato, or a crusty baguette (and of course, some rosé from the south of France).
Looks delicious! ©Laura Crotet
- Laura Crotet, France Just For You
If this recipe brings water to your mouth, you may want to check out our recipe for Pistou soup, another Riviera specialty.

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WATSONVILLE >> Daniel Mendoza is adjusting to academic monotony.
Get up. Go to school. Go home and study.
Do it all over again.
The 22-year-old former Watsonville resident just finished his first semester at UC Davis, but he could have served life in prison after an arrest at 14 on a murder charge.
Mendoza initially was convicted as an adult for taking part in the deadly group beating of a homeless man at the Pajaro River Levee in April 2009. Seven gang members were arrested in the fatal attack of Jose Barajas, 44. Prosecutor Celia Rowland previously told the Sentinel the gang preyed on homeless people at the levee.
Mendoza was tried as an adult at age 14 and faced 35 years to life imprisonment, said Layla Crater, a spokeswoman of Change Consulting in Oakland, a firm that contacted the Sentinel about Mendoza’s story.
“Sitting in juvenile detention, his future unknown, he realized he needed help to make the kind of changes that would turn his life around,” Crater said.
That change required the intervention of a team of juvenile-detention officers, teachers and mentors who vouched that he was driven and well-behaved.
“The judge listened,” Crater said.
Mendoza’s life has been a lesson in learning new routines.
“You go from chaos, no parental supervision, to incarceration and all that structure,” Mendoza said. “When you get released, it’s so hard to get out of that routine. That adjustment, it becomes survival.”
Mendoza, who now lives in the Sacramento suburb of Roseville, is learning to cope with the new mundane realities of attending classes to learn how to teach others to avoid lives of crime.
He knew he had the capacity for higher education but had to learn some of the skills that accompany the academic experience.
“Social skills are something I struggle with,” he said. “When it came to homework, I learned the discipline of it. What I didn’t learn was the social life, the social expectations, how to have a regular conversation.”
He was released December 2013. About a month before his release, he was in solitary confinement, where he stayed for six weeks because his case was tried as an adult, said Frankie Guzman, an Oakland attorney who specializes in juvenile justice at the National Center for Youth Law.
“The only time I saw people was when they took me out of the shower or gave me time to sit outside of my room,” Mendoza said. “It was difficult. Mentally, it shut me down.”
Guzman said Mendoza’s case is an example of a life after juvenile prosecution rather than prosecution as an adult.
“He’s not special in the sense of his capacity to change,” Guzman said. “What’s special is the treatment he received. All the research shows that the deeper we drive young people into the system, the worse off they are.”
Mendoza started his job hunt as soon as he was released.
“I can’t tell you how many job applications I sent out. I sent them everywhere,” Mendoza said. “I couldn’t find anything. I was struggling financially.”
He learned about volunteer opportunities and justice groups that could keep him active. His efforts resulted in a 2016 Sargent Shriver Youth Warriors Against Poverty Leadership Award from the Marguerite Casey Foundation. It’s a $5,000 award, according to the foundation.
Mendoza also serves as a youth intern with Communities United for Restorative Justice.
“I was trying to get as far from my past as possible,” Mendoza said. “A friend said I could do it and encouraged me to go for it. It put a smile on my face. I was traveling across the country, going to Baltimore, Texas. It was then that I realized that I wanted to change the system.”
Guzman said the state’s direct-file system allowed district attorneys to decide whether many youth would be tried as adults. The passage of Proposition 57 during the general election Nov. 8 revoked that ability to try as adults many youth as young as 14 years old.
Guzman also said prosecutors throughout the state were using direct file on lesser charges.
“I really feel like Daniel’s life demonstrates, and what the voters decided, is rehabilitation is where we need to invest our time energy; not only on misbehavior,” Guzman said. “Allowing law enforcement and prosecutors decide everything is not working for us. Law enforcement and prosecutors have no insight on how to make people better.”
He also said California is the nation’s first to repeal direct-file authority.
For Mendoza, his current obligations are to study full-time at UC Davis and work part-time at UPS.
As for the policy advocacy, “That’s my side gig,” he said.

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President Biden has asked the military to look into making the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory. The Department of Defense admits vaccination rates are around 50%, no higher than the rest of the nation. And concerns are growing about the more contagious delta variant. Steve Walsh of member station KPBS in San Diego covers the military. Good to have you here.
STEVE WALSH, BYLINE: Hi, Ari.
SHAPIRO: Explain what the president is asking the military to do exactly.
WALSH: So the president is directing Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to look at what steps need to be taken to mandate the vaccine. Now, many congressional Democrats have been urging Biden to just go ahead and mandate it for the military, which he could do as commander in chief. He's been reluctant to do that. Right now, the vaccine is under emergency use authorization. There is a law that says the military cannot require treatment that is not fully approved by the Food and Drug Administration. That law is designed essentially to not allow the military to become guinea pigs for new treatments. Obviously, this is a bit different situation, though, since the very same vaccine is being administered to the general public already.
SHAPIRO: It seemed for a while like the numbers were really good for the Pentagon. In the last few weeks, the DOD told reporters they were approaching 70%. I just said the number is 50%. Explain what's going on here.
WALSH: Right. So - yeah, and that 70% is really significant. That's where you start getting to that so-called herd immunity, where vaccines really become the most effective at blocking new cases. Now, the Pentagon spokesman had said that they were almost there, and then new figures came out this week, which included the National Guard and the Reserves, and that vaccination rate dropped to 50%. Actually, the California National Guard just told me that their vaccination rate is also right around 50%. This comes as cases are beginning to tick up again in California with the delta variant. Indoor mask mandates are returning to Los Angeles and San Diego. The governor of California, Gavin Newsom, is ordering that all state employees either show proof of vaccination or face weekly testing and a return to wearing masks at all times. And the guard tells me that they will comply with the governor's new restrictions.
SHAPIRO: Last year, there were a number of COVID restrictions at U.S. bases. What is happening now, especially as the delta variant spreads?
WALSH: Ironically, the military was just starting to loosen its restrictions. Health protection levels had been headed back toward normal at bases in San Diego County. The USO even sponsored two shows here at the beginning of the month, a signal that the military was slowly reopening. But that may change soon. Yesterday, the Marines at Camp Pendleton announced that the base was going to be reimplementing health precautions as cases continue to rise here in San Diego.
SHAPIRO: And what are troops saying about how they feel about this?
WALSH: You know, it depends. The highest vaccination rates are in the Navy, which has those terrible outbreaks on board ships like the USS Roosevelt, where one sailor died. You know, outside the guard, the Marines have the lowest vaccination rate. They're among the youngest service. And, you know, we know with younger service members, they often don't show symptoms, and they feel that they're rather invincible.
But we are now seeing that - indications from the White House and the Pentagon that the military does plan to require the vaccine once the FDA does give full approval. So the U.S. military already requires as many as 17 vaccines for those in military service. It does feel likely that the COVID vaccine is about to join that list very soon, perhaps as early as September.
SHAPIRO: That's Steve Walsh of member station KPBS in San Diego. Thank you.
WALSH: Thanks, Ari.
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Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
The following is a near-verbatim transcript of today’s noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General.
Today is the last day of the Secretary-General’s visit to India. This morning, he met Prime Minister [Narendra] Modi and also participated in the launch of the Lifestyles for the Environment initiative, which took place at the Statue of Unity, in Ekta Nagar, in Narmada. The Secretary-General emphasized that in these perilous times for the planet, we need all hands on deck. He stressed that all of us, as individuals and communities, can – and must – be part of the solution of protecting our planet and our collective future. The Secretary-General added that overconsumption is at the root of the triple planetary emergency of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. We are using the equivalent of 1.6 Earths to maintain our lifestyles.
After the event, Mr. Guterres headed to Modhera, the first solar village in India, with a population of about 6,400. He interacted with the community and saw first-hand the impact that solar power is having on them. The Secretary-General is on his way now to Viet Nam, where tomorrow, he will meet the General Secretary of the Communist Party, [Nguyen Phu Trong] and the State President [Nguyen Xuan Phuc]. He will also take part in a ceremony to commemorate the 45th anniversary of Viet Nam’s membership to the UN.
The Security Council this morning is discussing strengthening women’s resilience and leadership as a path to peace in regions plagued by armed groups. The Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, briefed Council members on our work on that subject. She said that we cannot separate the perilous state of peace in our world from the destructive effects of patriarchy and the silencing of women’s voices. We must call out misogyny as it manifests itself in the abuse and discrimination that women confront, she said, but we must also challenge the social, political, and economic structures and norms that sustain it. Her remarks were shared with you.
A number of updates from the African continent. First, on Chad, following question I received, I can tell you that we are concerned about the violence in the context of the demonstrations that we have seen in Chad today. Those demonstrations have reportedly led to the loss of lives and injuries. We call on the authorities to ensure the security, safety and human rights of all Chadians, including the right to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association are respected. We also call on all parties to refrain from violence or excessive use of force, and to remain committed to the spirit of dialogue in the interest of peace and stability in the country. The United Nations also expresses its solidarity with the population impacted by severe floods throughout the country and we call on international partners to continue to provide assistance to Chad during this unprecedented natural catastrophe.
In Burkina Faso, Martin Griffiths, [the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs] whose name was just invoked, is there today. Earlier in the day, he visited the town of Djibo in the country’s north. Hundreds of thousands of people have sought safety there due to what Mr. Griffiths called a devastating conflict and the impact of dangerously changing climate. While in Djibo, he met with community leaders and displaced people and said he received three simple requests from them: first, to reopen the road by which food and other critical supplies enter the town; second, to provide aid to both displaced people and the host community; and lastly, to end the conflict so that people can go home, and their children can finally have a future. He noted that Djibo is usually a busy market town, but currently, the stalls are empty and there is no food.
As we’ve mentioned to you before, some 4.9 million men, women and children in Burkina Faso need urgent assistance. This year’s Humanitarian Appeal for the country is only 33 per cent funded. We need more money to help people who need it now. Martin Griffiths is in Burkina Faso for a one-day visit. He will be meeting also with top Government officials, members of the diplomatic community and humanitarian workers. And we hope to have him here, in the flesh, next week, so that he can speak to you about his trip to Burkina.
Speaking of floods that have impacted Chad, I was to move to Nigeria, where the worst flooding in a decade is impacting more than 2.8 million men, women and children, and that is according to Nigerian authorities. According to them, over 600 people have died, and 1.3 million people have been displaced. The south-eastern state of Anambra is the most affected. We are gravely concerned that the flooding will worsen the already alarming food insecurity and malnutrition situation in Nigeria. More than 440,000 hectares of farmland have been partially or totally damaged at a time when more than 19 million people across Nigeria are facing severe food insecurity.
Cereal production is likely to decline by 3.4 per cent compared to last year due to the flooding, high agriculture production costs, and insecurity, that is according to FAO. Since July, national authorities in Nigeria have provided food, non-food items and clean drinking water to thousands of impacted households. We, along with our humanitarian partners are supporting the Government with assessments and response, notably in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe States, as well as in other impacted parts of Nigeria. We have provided emergency shelter kits, and are working to create local water drains, sandbags, and walling around shelters to mitigate the impacts of the flooding.
**Central African Republic
Moving on to peacekeeping, this time in the Central African Republic. Blue helmets and colleagues there have deployed a team to the town of Sam Ouandja in Haute-Kotto prefecture, during which 13 combatants, including 11 from the FPRC rebel group and 2 from the UPC, were disarmed and demobilized, and a number of weapons, rockets, grenades and over 1,500 pieces of ammunition were recovered. As part of its mandate to build the capacity of security forces, the UN Mission is also currently supporting the process of recruiting 1,000 national police, including the next phase of testing nearly 14,000 candidates in Bangui and in the regions. And the mission continues to support the Central African armed forces in securing the country, by carrying out more than 1,300 patrols over the last week. This included an operation that is ongoing for more than three weeks in Zangba in Basse-Kotto prefecture, on the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Since the start of the operation, 12 bridges have been rehabilitated or repaired by UN peacekeepers, supporting movement of trade, people and humanitarian goods.
**Democratic Republic of the Congo
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, our peacekeeping mission there is telling us that communities in Komanda, outside of Bunia in the Ituri province, have resumed their normal activities and movement in the area. This follows the signing of a cessation of hostilities agreement between an armed group — the Patriotic and Integrationist Front of Congo or FPIC — and the Government that was agreed to in June this year. The agreement was facilitated by UN peacekeepers. As a reminder, a little over a year ago, several attacks perpetrated by different armed groups, including the ADF, the Mai-Mai and the FPIC, were reported in the Komanda area. The cessation of hostilities agreement, combined with protection efforts by the Congolese army and the Mission are helping to reassure communities. Those efforts include joint operations against the ADF in Mont Hoyo, outside of Komanda, as well as daily patrols by blue helmets. Meanwhile, the Mission reports that it has also increased and intensified patrols around sites for internally displaced people in the Bule area, that is north-east of Djugu in Ituri, to prevent the CODECO armed group from attacking displaced men, women and children.
Moving North and East, in Somalia, our humanitarian colleagues are telling us that the Humanitarian Response Plan has been revised to reflect more accurately the worsening situation and rising needs of Somalis. Humanitarian needs have skyrocketed, and the response plan will now target 7.6 million people, a 40 per cent increase since January. Donors have made generous contributions of just over one billion dollars so far this year, or 46 per cent of the $2.26 billion revised appeal. This has allowed us to reach about 6.5 million people across Somalia with some form of humanitarian assistance. With the worsening situation, an additional $1 billion will be needed to deliver life-saving assistance by the end of December and into early next year. Funding arrived late this year, and this hopefully will be avoided in 2023. As humanitarians focus on saving lives and averting famine, there is a critical need to invest in livelihoods, resilience, infrastructure development, climate adaptation and durable solutions.
You saw that last night we issued a statement in which the Secretary-General said he was saddened to learn of the loss of dozens of lives and damage to infrastructure in Venezuela due to floods and mudslides resulting from the heavy rainy season and the impact of tropical storms. We are providing support, in coordination with the national authorities’ emergency response, to address the needs of the most affected people. The Secretary-General expresses his solidarity with the people and Government of Venezuela.
**Hybrid Briefing Today
At 1:15 p.m., here, there will be a briefing by Alexandra Xanthaki, the Special Rapporteur in the field of cultural rights.
**Noon Briefing Guest/Hybrid Briefing Tomorrow
Tomorrow, we will have a bit of [inaudible] for you. David Gressly, the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Yemen will be here in the flesh to brief you on the situation in Yemen. Then at 1 p.m., there will be a briefing here by Dr. David R. Boyd, the Special Rapporteur on the issue of human rights obligations relating to the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment. Betul.
**Questions and Answers
Question: Thank you, Steph. Two questions. Yesterday, Russia’s Deputy UN Ambassador told us that he was not too optimistic about extending and expanding the grain deal. What is your reaction? And also, he said that, if the UNSG [UN Secretary-General] sends UN experts to Ukraine to inspect the downed drones, then Russia would reassess its cooperation with the SG. Does that worry the SG about the future of the grain deal? What is your reaction to that? Thanks…
Spokesman: On the grain deal, I’ll reiterate what I said yesterday is that discussions are going on with all the parties concerned. We’re not going to do a play-by-play as those discussions are going on. We’re trying to reach the goal, which is expanded and extended grain deal, also the increased facilitation of trade on Russian fertiliser and grain, and we’re continuing to try to reach that goal.
Question: And my second question that they would reassess their cooperation with the SG?…
Spokesman: It’s not for me to comment on what may… what the… what Dmitry… what the Deputy PR [Deputy Permanent Representative] said. Thank you. Sherwin, and then we’ll move down the line.
Question: So, let’s follow up on that. So, you say it’s not for you to comment, but what would the implications be? Right? I’ve asked you a lot about the strenuous nature of the relationship with the Russian Federation. The Secretary-General has been unequivocal in his criticism of Russia’s violations of the UN Charter, international law. The Russians have not been very happy with that criticism, going as far as to say they will reassess the relationship with the UN Secretariat and the Secretary-General in particular. What are the implications of a reassessed relationship with Russia?
Spokesman: I think you can do an analysis of what the implications are. It is clear that… the Secretary-General has spoken out very clearly about the war in Ukraine, about the Russian actions in Ukraine. What he has said has been based on international law, based on principles within the Charter. That has not stopped our continued discussions with the Russian Federation on a number of issues relating to the conflict on top of all of the other issues that we deal with with all Member States and especially members of the Security Council.
Question: Ambassador Polyanskiy said specific things, that the UN Secretariat would have no mandate and would not have the expertise to investigate the veracity of claims that these drones… that there was a transfer of drones from Iran to Russia that are being used in Ukraine. Does the US have the expertise? And does it have mandate in terms of resolution 2231?
Spokesman: We base our actions and our doings on resolutions that are passed and instructions that are given to us. There was a note from the President of the Security Council in 2016 relating to this, and we will… we follow those instructions. But I think, as importantly, we don’t prejudge anything so…
Question: One more before I yield to James. He also suggested, did Ambassador Polyanskiy, that the Secretary-General merely rubber-stamped information that was given to the Secretariat by Western countries. How do you respond to a claim that there is a bias within the Secretariat in favour of Western nations, particularly as it relates to Ukraine?…
Spokesman: The Secretary-General’s actions, the Secretariat’s action, in all of its scope, right, from A to Z, is based on the Charter and based on instructions given to us with… from Member States and is done without prejudice.
Question: On the possible investigation, which you say is currently under discussion, you said… you say that there was a previous letter from the President of the Security Council in 2016. There is also precedent, is there not, of the investigation that took place in Saudi Arabia in 2020? Is there anything different from what the UN did then to what the UN might do now that would prevent you from doing an investigation?
Spokesman: Well, I’m… there’s a lot of “may” and “might,” which I will not follow you on. I mean, as relating to 2231, as I said, there’s a note from the President of the Security Council — I love to give you document symbols, so I will — S/2016/44, which includes biannual reports of the Secretary-General in relation to Security Council resolution 2231 from 2015. As I said yesterday, we are ready to analyse any information brought to the attention of the Secretariat by Member States, and the rest is not for me to go on further.
Question: Okay. Following up from Denise Brown, I think it was very clear that she made it clear that the Ukrainian Government and military are cooperating with her office, giving them access unless there’s some specific military reason on that occasion and absolutely no cooperation whatsoever in what she described as non-government-held areas but what were separatist areas and what now are areas controlled and annexed by the Russian Federation. Can you tell us how concerned the Secretary-General is about this? You mentioned… or she mentioned Martin Griffiths is leading on this. What is actually going on? And is it time for the Secretary-General to be as clear as Denise Brown was and call out the Russian Federation on this?
Spokesman: Well, I mean, I think Secretary… we’ve always been clear in our reports, which are often sent out in the name of the Secretary-General, that we’ve expressed extreme concern at the inability, especially in recent months — and before that, it was challenging, but it was done — of doing cross-line convoys. And I think Denise said it and said it in a very clear way; there are people who need help. Right? We need… her efforts… our efforts are trying to reach those people. As she mentioned, Martin Griffiths has been leading on a lot of this work, and as soon as we’re able to do what we would like to do and reach the people we need, we will tell you.
Question: If I may, a last question on access in Ukraine, although I have more questions, which perhaps you’ll come back to me later on. But the Fact Finding Mission on Olenivka, one, is there any news on that? I’m guessing no.
Question: Because you haven’t read anything out. So, can I be really clear on that? Are you getting permission to go where you want from the Ukrainian Government, one? Are you getting permission to go where you want from the Russian Government, two?
Spokesman: We’re waiting to get…
Correspondent: If you answer one, then two.
Spokesman: Let me… you can ask questions the way you want it, and then let me answer the question the way I want it. It will be our division of labour here.
Correspondent: One and two.
Spokesman: “A.” Sorry. No. This is a very serious matter. We have been in touch with the Ukrainians and with the Russian Federation. We are awaiting the green lights from the Russian side in terms of security and in terms of access.
Question: So, you have the green light from the Ukrainian side…?
Spokesman: This is what…
Correspondent: The Russian side…
Spokesman: Those are the things we’re waiting for. Edith Lederer.
Question: Thank you. A couple of follow-ups. First, on note 44 on resolution 2231, you said that the Secretariat would analyse any information brought to the United Nations. The ambassador from Ukraine said in the letter sent to the Secretary-General that he wants to see an investigative team go to Ukraine to look at these drones. What is your response to that specific request from the Ukrainian ambassador?
Spokesman: Well, we’ve read the letter. We’re continuing to look at the letter. There are discussions going on. I think Rosemary DiCarlo briefed the Council yesterday. But at this point, I’m not going to go any further than to say that we will analyse any information brought to our attention by Member States.
Question: A couple of other follow-ups. First, on Burkina Faso, I believe you said that the appeal was 33 per cent funded, but I did not hear a figure for how big the appeal is. And also, on the whole issue of the grain deal, today, in Geneva, Russia’s ambassador to Geneva, Gennady Gatilov, gave a press conference and said: “There is no point in continuing an agreement, one part of which may come out as dead on arrival. So, of course, the Russian authorities will be seriously considering the future of the extension of this grain deal.” I heard what you said earlier, but isn’t the United Nations concerned that the Ukrainian end of the deal could come to a screeching halt?
Spokesman: I mean, we’re working hard to ensure that nothing comes to a screeching halt and that what has been agreed to will be expanded and extended. As I told Betul, I mean, there’s a lot of discussions going on. It’s… for us, it’s not the time for public diplomacy. So, you will have to, unfortunately for you, bear with me. Mr. Vaccara, and then we’ll come back.
Question: Thank you, Stéphane. Berlusconi — he’s the leader of a party that he’s forming with other parties, a new government in Italy — said yesterday… well, at least he was caught on tape saying that practically blames Ukraine President for pushing President Putin to invade Ukraine. Does this concern… could concern the Secretary-General of dis-interpretation of the events?
Spokesman: I’m not going to do colour commentary on what Mr. Berlusconi may have said about the situation in Ukraine. Edith, to tell you, because it wasn’t in my note — that’s why you didn’t hear it — the Burkina appeal for 2022 is $805 million. Betul.
Question: Thank you, Steph. Two follow-ups. On… my first question is… I just need a clarification. Does the SG have a mandate or not to send experts to Ukraine? Can you clarify that?
Spokesman: I will refer you to that note, and you should quote from it because that’s better than me trying to repeat what it says.
Question: And I have a second follow-up on Edie’s question. Yes, you answered our question, but you said that it’s not time for public diplomacy, but there are a lot of people who are worried about the future of this agreement. Isn’t it fair for them to have some sort of transparency to know what is really… if the negotiations are going well or not?
Spokesman: Well, I mean… the transparency from our part has been telling you what our goal is. Right? The Secretary-General believes — and that’s his way of practising — that sometimes, to get to those goals, you need to be a bit more discreet. Sometimes, to continue with the submarine analogy, the periscope will come up, and we’ll get some air. But right now, for our part… and the parties are free, and everybody has different goals and will speak and say what they want. For our part, we will remain more discreet. But that doesn’t mean that… it should not be interpreted as a lack of deep, deep determination from the Secretary-General and his team to continue with an initiative that has alleviated the suffering of millions of people around the world.
Question: If I may have one more follow-up on the grain deal, Polyanskiy also said that it was not the sanctions impacting the exports of Russian products, Russian grain, but the indirect effects and, in this case, which is the over-compliance of western companies, and this is their concern. Just wondering if the SG shares the same concern about the over-compliance from the western companies.
Spokesman: What I can tell you is — and I’ve been with the Secretary-General when he’s made those calls — is that he is working extremely diligently, in an extremely determined fashion to do whatever he can do in contacts with the US, the EU, the UK, and others to facilitate the trade in fertiliser and food, which, as a matter of fact, is not subject to sanctions, but that’s why we’re talking about facilitation of trade. James, and then we’ll… Stefano will take another whack at me.
Question: Just for the record, first, the UK has its… well… looks like it’s about to have its third Prime Minister in two months. There seems to be political turmoil in the country. Is the UN worried about the stability of a P5 country?
Spokesman: No. No. Nice try.
Question: Okay. Next, following up some reporting from the Associated Press, there is a major investigation now underway — and the AP have seen various confidential documents and messages and other material — into the head of the World Health Organization in Syria, Dr. Akjemal Magtymova, allegations of abusive behaviour, fraud, corruption in this investigation. First, how concerned is the Secretary-General into what’s been going on in Damascus?
Spokesman: I can tell you that he is fully confident that the World Health Organization, which is, as they’ve been telling us, engaged in a protracted and complex investigation, will follow through in ensuring that not only the programmes in Syria, but that public moneys are used appropriately.
Question: But as you know, Steph, this isn’t the first time there have been controversy and allegations about the way the humanitarian operation in Syria has been conducted…?
Spokesman: Well, I mean…
Question: For example, you know, all of them are based there in the Four Seasons Hotel. Apparently, the latest figures, $17 million has been spent by the UN on the Four Seasons Hotel, 14 million in the last year, a hotel that is controlled by a crony of President Assad. Does he not now need to open a much wider investigation into the way the UN humanitarian system has been working in Syria?
Spokesman: Look, I think you’re linking things that are not… you’re linking the AP’s reporting with other things. I mean, the… WHO story, very clear, and I’ve commented on it.
Correspondent: But the question is…
Spokesman: No, let me… let me answer the question. We work in Syria, like we work in many other countries, with full cooperation and I should say permission of sovereign governments. Right? Syria is also a very complex situation, security situation. There are only certain places where, I think, our staff is able to stay. And I can tell you that the programmes are regularly audited and publicly reported on. We’ll go to Stefano and then Michelle, and then I’m going to lunch.
Question: Thank you, Stéphane. Let me try again. The New York Times just title… just had a headline saying “Berlusconi, On Tape Gushing Over Putin, Heightens Anxiety About Italy.” So, my question is about the concern of the Secretary-General. It’s an important country, main country in the European Union, that so far has been very supportive of anything the Secretary-General said about the defence of the Charter, on a case of Ukraine and so on and voted all the resolutions, condemnation and the invasion, all of a sudden have somebody that he’s practically… maybe his party will have the Foreign Minister, at least for the last news, his party will have the foreign minister, and say practically the invasion of Ukraine is not Russia’s fault; perhaps it was provoked by the President…
Spokesman: I mean, Stefano…
Question: So, I’m just saying, the question again, is the…?
Spokesman: As much… it’s strike two. I’m not going to start commenting on conversations, leaked taped conversations of individuals. I’m just not. I’m… we have a very strong partnership with Italy, and we continue to look forward to that partnership. Michelle Nichols, I hear you’re somewhere on the Ethernet.
Question: Hello, Stéphane. I just wanted to follow up on what you were saying. I’ve just taken a quick glance at this note that you referenced from 2016. Are you suggesting that the Secretary-General will not send UN experts to inspect these drones unless he receives an official request from the Security Council?
Spokesman: At this point, I’m not suggesting anything beyond what I’ve just said.
Question: Did the Secretary-General send experts to inspect the downed drones that were used in attacks on Saudi Arabia without an official request from the Security Council?
Spokesman: Again, I mean, the historical facts are the historical facts. You can look at the previous biannual reports. But at this point, I’m just not going to say anything more, except we’re all going to lunch. But before lunch… I’m going to lunch, but before lunch, Paulina is going to talk to you. Bon appétit.


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I am a tiny bit hesistant to place G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra under my banner of Awesome Cinema, since, in all honesty, it brings nothing new to the table as far as cinematic storytelling goes. It does not reach for the depths of complexity that Watchmen and The Dark Knight gives us, nor does it has a strong compelling cast such as in Ironman. However, the point of the film, much like its metal-hero counterpart Micheal Bay's Transformers, is to simply provide the "spectacular" summer blockbuster experience of action, adventure, and style over substance...one that this movie does not fail to deliver at all.
The Rise of Cobra is the first live-action translation of the 1980s toy franchise and mainstay pop-culture sensation G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, itself a reimagining of the G.I. Joe dolls of the 1960s, famous for their Kung-Fu Grip(tm). The film opts for the Batman Begins-route, telling the story of the humble beginnings of Cobra,the G.I. Joes(who are now Real International Heroes as opposed to their trademark tagline), and their large-scale conflict that colored many a television set in the 80s. Ironically, Cobra itself doesn't appear as an organization until moments after the climax of the film; however, with the subtitle of the film being "Rise of Cobra", it seemed obvious that a sequel bringing the story "to the present" was in mind when Stephen Sommers(The Mummy franchise, Van Helsing) planned this one.
Anyway, before all of the G.I. Joe fanboys nit-pick the film to shreds, and the critics pick over the pieces like buzzards, let me say that I think this film did exactly what it supposed to have done. The film's story was told in the exact spirit as the cartoon series(just like Transformers 1 and 2), and while there are some major changes that would probably affect those up to speed on the Real American Hero mythos, I can say that, without a shadow of a doubt, the film was true to the source material(wish I can say that for the horrible Dragonball: Evolution), which is probably why I enjoyed the film so much, despite some very glaring flaws(not fanboy nitpicks) that I think many would agree with.
Anyway, the film centers on Duke(Channing Tatum) and Ripcord(Marlon Wayans), soldiers of an Army unit tasked with protecting four warheads created by James McCullan's(Christopher Eccleston) MARS company for NATO. These warheads have nanites, beyond microscopic machines that can devour anything standing in their paths, if the warheads are detonated. While guarding the warheads with an army vehicle escort, the pair is attacked by the Baroness(Sienna Miller) in a unique aircraft, which easily crushes most of the accompanying vehicles. Just as Duke is about to be overwhelmed by this new enemy, he is rescued by Team Alpha, better known as the eponymous G.I. Joe, which consists of the smoking hot Scarlett(the irresistiable Rachel Nichols), British soldier Heavy Duty(Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje), the ever-silent Snake Eyes(Ray Park), and Morrocan team tech specialist Breaker(Said Taghmaoui).
Duke, not knowing of the existance of such a squad, is reluctant to release the package in his care. He is convinced otherwise by General Hawk(Dennis Quaid, well cast imo), the leader of the team, who lets him and Ripcord accompany the Joes back to their secret HQ, the Pit, in the deserts of North Africa. Meanwhile, James McCullen, in his own secret underwater secret base, schemes with the Baroness and Snake-Eye's lifetime rival Storm Shadow(Lee Byung-hun) to reobtain the warheads from the Joe's base. He is also in cohorts with the Doctor(Joseph Gordon-Levitt), the creator of the nanites and nano-technology, who is using it to build, mentally control and condition an army of soldiers known as Vipers. Another part of McCullen's schemes comes in the form of Zartan(The Mummy and ironically Darkman the Second...Arnold Vosloo!), a master of disguises and cold-blooded murderer. The whole of McCullen's dark plan is aimed at one conclusion: the generation of fear on Earth in order to capitalize on it for power!
As I said before, the film is definately true to the source material, abet more violent and darker. And yes, unlike the cartoon series, PEOPLE DIE. We have some spectacular set pieces within the film, from the nearly limitless underground Pit, to McCullen's awesome Death-Star meets James Bond-underwater base, to various settings around the world...the Artic, the streets of Paris, the upper atmosphere, and the White House are a few of the major ones. Vehicles of various sizes are used by both sides of the conflict, and said conflict itself takes on a global scope, just like the animated mini-series(Real American Hero and Revenge of Cobra, for example). There are some great combat scenes between members of both sides, including the battle between Snake-Eyes and Storm Shadow, although I was digging the catfight between Scarlett and Baroness myself(rrrrwwrrrr!). All in all, this movie was an awesome, fun, fantasy-filled time!
So what are these flaws I mentioned beforehand? They definately have nothing to do with nitpicks, such as what race Ripcord and Breaker should be. In my opinion, changes from one medium to another are inevitable; but, at least the spirit of the animated series was captured(again, let me point to Dragonball: Evolution as an example of what DID NOT capture the spirit of the source material.). The first flaw is that in some of the scenes, the CGI/Blue-Screen effects came off as a little shoddy; i could tell that some of the Joe and villain vehicles were fake and cartoony.
The second flaw was the casting of Channing Tatum as Duke. As much as I hate to rag on a thespian trying his or her best in the craft, I found his portrayal of the Joes' future leader to be lackluster and somewhat unemotional. In some cases, it was as if the man could not open his lips above a snarl, and he seemed to portray Conrad Hauser as more of a streetwise gang leader that dances(yes, that's a jibe at Step Up) than an experienced soldier who had seen battle in his life. As much as I want a sequel to this movie, I hope that either Tatum brings his A-game next time, or someone else is cast. Speaking of casting, loved Marlon Wayans as Ripcord...yes, he was typecast as the "funny black guy sidekick", but he proved that he can be a capable franchise action hero as well...like his big brother, Shame(Keenen Ivory Wayans).
The third flaw is sort of a big spoiler...they screwed up the famous battle cry. I'm not going to say where, when, or who said it...but the moment was extremely screwed up. Of course, it was not enough for me to hate the film...but it definately made me wince and squirm in my seat when I heard it uttered. In the sequel, please, please...give the battle cry the right reverence!!!!!!!!!!!!
In the end, I give this film a B+. It was fun, kept the spirit of the source material, and had a good cast(with the exception of Channing Tatum, of course). I really can't wait to see the sequel...who else will be brought to life on the big screen? The Dreadnoks? BATS? Flint?
Bring it on, guys...this fan is ready. YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO JOEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!
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COVID-19 cases continue to rise in L.A. County as Californians brace for winter surge
Los Angeles County health officials reported 3,512 new coronavirus cases on Sunday, more than double the number of cases recorded just a few days before.
That tally follows 3,730 new cases reported in L.A. County on Saturday — the highest single-day total in months — sparking concerns of another winter surge stoked by holiday festivities. Meanwhile, COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise in California as the Omicron variant spreads.
There were 3,557 COVID-19 patients in the state’s hospitals as of Saturday, an increase of roughly 13% from two weeks before, according to The Times’ hospitalization tracker. On Sunday, L.A. County reported that 742 people were hospitalized with COVID-19, and nine people died from the virus.
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The overall goal of the rainfall manipulation project is to understand the coupled ecological and hydrological responses of a grassland, shrubland and a mixed grass-shrub vegetation community to extended periods of increased or decreased rainfall. Rainfall manipulation plots have been established in each of these three vegetation communities in the Five Points area of Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. In each vegetation community, three control plots, three drought treatment plots, and three water addition plots have been installed, each approximately 10 x 15 m in size. In each plot, vertical profiles of soil moisture probes have been installed under each cover type (canopy and interspace in grassland and shrubland; grass canopy, shrub canopy and interspace at the ecotone (mixed grass-shrub) site). The probes measure differences in infiltration and soil water content and potential associations with these different cover types. In addition, TDR probes have been installed diagonally in each cover type to integrate the water content of the top 15 cm of soil. Each plot contains 18, 1m2 quads made up of 6, 1m2 quads along each of the 3 transects located across each plot. Each spring and fall, the following parameters are measured in every quad: live plant cover, height, and abundance by species; dead plant cover; soil cover; litter cover; and rock cover. Data collection began in the drought and control plots in the spring of 2002. Data collection began in the water addition plots in the spring of 2004.In the grassland and shrubland communities, all nine currently established plots are located together. The three drought plots were located under a single large roof with a 0.5 m path separating each plot (drought treatments ended in 2006). The control plots and water addition plots are similarly grouped, but without the shelter structure. In the ecotone community, the plots are in three groups; each group is comprised of one drought plot, one water addition plot, and one control plot. Control plots received no experimental treatment, while the sliding roofs over the drought plots were used to divert precipitation, producing a long-term drought. The roofs covering the drought plots were lowered when there was no precipitation so that the amount of sunlight received by the drought plots was minimally affected. Water addition was intended to impose a complementary increase in water supply on the water addition plots.
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Choose the hillside Crowne Plaza Jerusalem hotel, next to International Convention Center, closest hotel to Tel Aviv, for views over the golden city, relaxed business facilities and free Wi-Fi. Cross our spacious Lobby, enriched with champagne colours and marble surfaces, to collect the key to your room or Suite. Crowne Plaza Jerusalem towers over the Givat Ram area, adjacent to the immense events space at Jerusalem's International Convention Centre and 10 minutes' drive to the Har Hotzvim industrial park. You can reach us in 30 minutes from Ben Gurion International Airport via the 24-hour Nesher taxi service. Our Fitness Centre's sauna and treatment rooms invite you to indulge in some me time. Challenge friends to tennis at our complimentary courts or plunge into our indoor pool covered with a retractable roof. Younger guests will find a children's playground in the lush lawns while a circus-themed kids' club will keep them entertained. From Crowne Plaza Jerusalem it is less than a 10-minute walk to Machane Yehuda outdoor marketplace, where boisterous traders will tease you with mountains of olives and blocks of halvah or offer you cardamom-spiced coffee. Stroll another 30 minutes to reach Damascus Gate , where 3,000 years of history is crammed inside the Old City walls.
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Gwyneth Paltrow has a new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She says it’s overwhelming, but is happy that her “children’s children will see my success in the pavement on this walk someday in the future.”
The director of Paltrow’s newest movie, Country Strong, described her as “some strange creature born to act through different modes than others.” Paltrow will have a return cameo in the US musical TV show Glee. Feste confessed that the cast and crew for Country Strong were mesmerized by her performance.
“One moment you’re having an average conversation about the weather and the next she gives a delicate, beautiful, and striking performance, but wears the look as if she has just put her belt on.”
Paltrow, 38, won the Oscar in 1999 for Shakespeare in Love as best actress. Last month she appeared in Glee as Holly Holiday, a substitute teacher. She sang “Forget You” and a conglomerate of “Singin’ In the Rain” and “Umbrella”. She said it won her more fans.
Paltrow relates how Glee has made her more famous among some than any film she has ever done. “I was working on the movie, Contagion, in Chicago recently, when some girls approached me in the lot next to my trailer. They were shouting ‘No way! She was on Glee!’.” She said they were in awe of her.
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ELIZABETH-More from Ed Levy from the years 1955-1956: “In preparation for the Championship event, Jefferson scheduled a ‘Pep Rally’ the afternoon before the night of the title game. Normally, the ‘Pep Rallies’ were held during football season and Jefferson brought in the cheerleading squad from Baton High in Elizabeth.
“Of course Jefferson’s famous band would be there to play. At the time, I was a junior at Jefferson, and always enjoyed the Pep Rallies as there was an ‘esprit de corps’ atmosphere that I have never have re-lived throughout my 74 years on this good earth. Even later on, when I was getting briefed and being charged up for a secret night mission as a Green Beret for the U.S. military during the Vietnam War, I did not have that feeling of elation that I had at those Jefferson High Pep Rallies. When the Jefferson High band played ‘Oh you fighting men of Jefferson, fight until the game is won…’ I got a tingling in my spine and a feeling of elation that I have never been able to feel since those days.
“The game was scheduled for 7:30 p.m. When Jefferson came out on the floor they were shooting really well and were on their mark. St. Mary’s also looked good and there was a sense of suspense and tension in the air.”
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