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With approximately 37,000 restaurants in over 100 countries, Subway is second only to McDonald's with over 38,000.
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Subway revealed this week that it has signed 15 master franchise agreements in two years. It stated the current arrangement will add over
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Wrongful voter purges. Rejected ballots in Black communities. Attempts to decrease the number of poll workers who serve on Election Day so that polling places aren’t prepared. These are just the latest threats to free and fair elections in Ohio. We can’t allow these attempts to roll back the right to vote.
In 2019, Ohio removed nearly half a million voters from the registration rolls, thousands of whom should have stayed on the rolls because they were actually eligible voters. Voter purges are an urgent threat to the right to vote. Even Ohio’s secretary of state admitted the process was flawed. And yet, the purges continue.
All Voting is Local Ohio was the first advocacy group to reach voters in the pipeline to be purged by texting and calling nearly 500,000 people in 2018 and 2019. Our Ohio team is on the ground with creative solutions and advocacy focused on three priorities:
- Fighting wrongful purges while also advocating for reforms we know can fix a broken system such as Automatic Voter Registration.
- Traveling statewide to train advocates to fight for better access to voting for people in Ohio’s jails and to watchdog local boards of elections for reductions in poll workers so that no voter has to wait in a long line because a polling place is not prepared.
- Empowering voters at Ohio’s Historical Black Colleges and Universities to know their rights at the polls. Students at Wilberforce and Central State universities disproportionately cast more provisional ballots and are more likely to have those ballots rejected.
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Ohio campaign helps two HBCUs get rid of voting barriers
For years, Americans have showed up to polling places on Election Day to make their voices heard. But a process that should be simple often comes with long lines, headaches, miscommunication and voters being turned away.
Needs Improvement: Barriers to the Ballot at Ohio’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities
An analysis of voting data from 2018 reveals troubling trends in low turnout, provisional ballot rejection and registration problems. But these barriers are not insurmountable. All Voting is Local together with students and community partners, propose a robust and sustained investment in voter education and poll worker recruitment and training to solve these problems so all students can cast a ballot that counts.
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MDC challenge goes down the wire
With the curtain coming down on the MultiChoice Diski Challenge (MDC) campaign tomorrow, four teams in Bloemfontein Celtic, Cape Town City, Polokwane City and SuperSport are in the running for the title.
Makhulong Stadium will be the venue where the Diski champions will be crowned. With a total of 344 goals having been scored heading into tomorrow, the finale promises to be another exhilarating affair.
To win the title, top of the table Celtic first need to overcome high-riding Kaizer Chiefs in the last match of the day.
Celtic can also be ordained champions if they draw against Amakhosi and second-placed Polokwane fail to beat City. The Free State lads lead the pack with 29 points.
Polokwane are a point behind Celtic. The Limpopo outfit must win against the Citizens and hope Chiefs do them a favour by outwitting Celtic.
With their goal difference of 15, compared to eight of Celtic, they can win the title through drawing with City, provided Celtic lose.
Third on the log and only three points behind Celtic, City can win the Diski championship if they beat Polokwane, needing Celtic to be beaten by Chiefs.
Polokwane are level on points with SuperSport, meaning even if they manage to win and Celtic lose they still need Matsatsantsa not to score more than three goals against Free State Stars.
For SuperSport to win the title, they must cross their fingers that City beat Polokwane and they score more goals against Ea Lla Koto than City. But on top of this, Celtic must lose against Amakhosi.
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Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir lies a paradise within a paradise, the Shalimar Bagh. Explore Kashmir Shalimar Bagh to enjoy some finest moments. This exquisite Mughal garden, renowned for its impeccable design, enchanting water features and historical significance.
This offers visitors a glimpse into the opulent world of the Mughal emperors. Stepping into the Shalimar Bagh is like stepping into a realm of elegance and beauty. This is the place where nature and architecture harmoniously blend to create a mesmerizing experience.
A Royal Retreat
The Shalimar Bagh, meaning Abode of Love. This was commissioned by the Emperor Jahangir in the year 1619 as a tribute to his beloved wife, Empress Noor Jahan.
This garden is situated on the banks of the Dal Lake. Explore Kashmir Shalimar Bagh to feel the beauty of nature. This garden served as a private retreat for the royal couple where they could immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.
Symmetry and Design Mastery
The hallmark of the Shalimar Bagh is its meticulous layout and architectural precision. Divided into three terraced levels, each of varying heights, the garden presents a symmetrical arrangement that captivates the eye. As you ascend through the levels, You will witness the intricate fusion of Persian and Mughal architectural elements.
Water Features: A Symphony of Nature
The garden’s water features are nothing short of magical. A central water channel runs through the entire length of the garden, with cascading fountains adorning its path.
The fountains, powered by natural gravitational flow create a serene and soothing ambiance, evoking a sense of serenity and tranquility. The sight and sound of water flowing gently through the garden transports visitors into a world of pure enchantment.
Chahar Bagh Paradigm
The Shalimar Bagh exemplifies the chahar bagh layout. This is an ancient Persian concept of dividing a garden into four quadrants by intersecting paths or water channels.
These quadrants symbolize the four rivers of paradise mentioned in Islamic tradition. The symmetrical arrangement not only pleases the eye but also holds deep spiritual significance.
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Pavilions and Architecture
Amidst the verdant foliage, the garden features ornate pavilions that served as resting places for the Mughal royals. The central pavilion, known as the Diwan e Aam, was used for public gatherings and ceremonies. The intricate stone carvings, delicate latticework, and artistic frescoes decorating these structures are a testament to the craftsmanship of the era.
The Evening Charm
While the Shalimar Bagh is a marvel to behold during the day. On the other hand, its charm becomes even more enchanting as the sun begins to set.
The garden transforms into a romantic haven, with strategically placed lights illuminating the pathways, fountains, and pavilions. An evening stroll through the Shalimar Bagh casts a magical spell that transports visitors to a world of dreams and splendor.
A Heritage Preserved
The Shalimar Bagh is not just a testament to the Mughal era’s architectural prowess; it is also a living heritage. This heritage has been carefully preserved over the centuries.
Its importance is recognized internationally, as the garden is included in UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites list. Efforts by local authorities and conservationists ensure that the garden’s original glory is maintained.
A visit to the Shalimar Bagh in Kashmir is an experience that transcends time. It transports you to an era of elegance and grandeur.
As you wander through the meticulously designed pathways, admire the cascading fountains, and contemplate the symmetry of the garden. During the journey, you will feel a profound connection to the history and culture of the Mughal dynasty. The Shalimar Bagh is not just a garden, it is a masterpiece that echoes the love and creativity.

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Taking a romantic getaway to Fort Lauderdale is the perfect way to reconnect with your lover, to clear away stress and distractions, and to create a memory to cherish. With seven miles of beaches in the city and another 24 miles stretched through Broward County, water activities abound, but there is more. Fort Lauderdale calls itself the Venice of America because of the over 300 miles of canals.
Florida is the Sunshine State, and Fort Lauderdale gets around 246 days of sunshine a year. A myriad of activities are available in this natural playground of sun and water. We have been working to find their best romantic dates and share them with you. Fort Lauderdale is so beautiful that we will have to keep coming back so we can discover more fun and romantic things to do.
Walking Hand in Hand on Hollywood Beach Boardwalk
USA Today ranks Hollywood Boardwalk as Florida’s best beach boardwalk. Jorge Camejo, Executive Director of the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency, had this to say about the honor “This validates what the locals already know – Hollywood’s Broadwalk offers the best beach experience in the Sunshine State and is a unique American treasure whose renown is steadily growing around the world.”
Hollywood’s Broadwalk offers the best beach experience in the Sunshine State and is a unique American treasure whose renown is steadily growing around the world.”
Hollywood Beach creates an entertainment sandwich. On one side, there is the Atlantic Ocean where shimmering blue water invites swimmers in, while sunbathers watch from the warm white sand. On the other, a row of resorts like Diplomat Resort & Spa Hollywood, Trump Hollywood, and Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort are available to cool your thirst or host you for the night.
Tempting restaurants line the boardwalk like CAFÉ CLUB by Les Artistes which offers crepes and more. There is also the popular Pachamanka Authentic Peruvian Cuisine where you can get perhaps the freshest ceviche in Florida. In between all of this goodness runs the 2.5-mile boardwalk where you can walk, bike, or run on a broad, paved path to soak up all of the sun and fun.
Taking the Plunge Scuba Diving in Fort Lauderdale
Scuba diving isn’t a date you say? I’ve met more married couples who met over scuba than any other activity. When you dive, you put your trust explicitly in your partner. You learn to communicate without words. You share an experience that transcends everyday life and transports you to another world.
If you haven’t considered a scuba date, perhaps you should. Scuba diving in Fort Lauderdale offers some of the best diving in Florida. The warm Gulf Stream waters flow along 23 miles of reefs. The inner and middle reef provides easy dive sites under 60’ for open water divers, and the outer reef reaches depths of 100’ for advanced divers. Not only can you see tropical corals and colorful fish, there are dozens of wrecks to explore complete with rich histories and even some underwater art. We want to dive on every trip to Fort Lauderdale because there is just so much to explore.
Strolling Along Romantic Las Olas Boulevard
Las Olas is Spanish for “the waves.” The Boulevard started as a simple dirt road that led to the beach and has grown to a “must visit destination” with over three dozen bistros, clubs, and restaurants. The quality and variety of offerings make it a food lovers paradise. The ambiance of indoor/outdoor dining with live music filling the air and views of million-dollar homes along the Inner Coastal Waterway make it the perfect date night.
While you are waiting for your table or your food to settle you can explore more than 120 specialty retail shops, world-class art galleries, and unique boutiques. We walked hand in hand exploring the street scene, people watching, and stopping whenever a song caught our attention. It was magical in its simplicity, and we can’t wait to return for a tour from the water.
Savoring the Most Romantic Restaurants and Bars of Fort Lauderdale
Valentino claims innovative cuisine with a modern Italian twist. Expect white linen service and delicious food with impeccable presentation. Owner and Chef Giovanni Rocchio and his team are front and center in the open kitchen design so the true foodie can watch the creation of their culinary masterpiece.
One Door East is the sister restaurant to Valentino and shares the same building. This side by side restaurant experience creates an opportunity to explore two great menus and venues on the same date. One Door East features globally inspired tapas, creative cocktails, craft beer, and beyond. The industrial setting and large bar make this the perfect area for socializing. Throughout the week they offer live music and dancing to complete a perfect romantic date night.
We all know that the best romantic date nights include breakfast. At Ella Café, coffee is their passion. In addition to outstanding coffee, they offer a cozy ambiance and an excellent selection of savory specialties. We had a charcuterie and cheese board that delighted our taste buds. We also watched young love blossom before our eyes. A shy high school couple were awkwardly sipping coffee together on what was abundantly clear was one of their first dates ever. I never had that kind of cool to take my dates out for coffee and conversation and even remember to pick up the tab. Perhaps this will be a story they tell their grandkids about how they met or maybe the birth of a young Casanova. Either way, it speaks to the romantic power of good coffee.
Ann’s Florist and Coffee Bar
You might be noticing a bean theme in our romance. We wrote our own wedding vows, and as it turned out, three of our vows we promised one another were devoted to our respective coffee habits:
Ed to Jenn– I promise to bring your morning coffee with a smile and clean the kitchen afterward
Jenn to Ed– I promise no hard conversations before coffee
I promise to support your coffee habit…before 4 pm.
We stretched the last one just a bit at Ann’s Florist and Coffee Bar. We were strolling down Olas Boulevard and were drawn in by the decadent desserts. The lattes looked too good to pass up, so we ordered a dessert coffee to share. We sat on the patio watching the couples stroll by and listening to a surprisingly good female duet playing under the balcony.
Wrapping up a Perfect Romantic Getaway to Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale’s combination of water, sun, and fun makes it an extraordinary destination for a romantic getaway. We are looking forward to many more trips to experience everything Fort Lauderdale offers and to bring home the spark that keeps relationships happy and healthy. If you have any suggestions or experiences for romantic dates in Fort Lauderdale, please let us know in the comments.
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Stewart Votes in Favor of the Bipartisan Budget Act
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) voted in favor of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013. Following the vote, he released the following statement:
“I voted in favor of the budget deal Chairman Paul Ryan has negotiated. Chairman Ryan is negotiating with a partner that fails to recognize the gravity of the situation our great country is facing and refuses to make the hard choices to put our country on a real path to fiscal sustainability.”
“The sequester was a blunt instrument that indiscriminately cut defense spending in an irresponsible manner. This deal reverses those cuts that were focused largely on our defense spending. While I acknowledge that we can, and should, address wasteful spending in our defense department, the sequester was a poor way to address the need for more responsible spending.”
“Chairman Ryan was able to keep in place most of the overall spending cuts from the Budget Control Act while relieving the cuts to defense spending that have hurt our national security and military readiness over the past five years. This deal also allows us to return Congress to regular order--stopping Washington from governing crisis to crisis. Having a budget in place will allow Republicans to hold the President and his federal agencies accountable through the appropriations process."


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Zaha Hadid – No Compromise
A fond farewell to you Zaha Hadid. We will miss your fire.
“We have lost a woman who has played, and triumphed, in a man’s world. We have lost an architect who has practiced, taught us and advocated her passion for design excellence within an increasingly mediocre built world. We have lost a visionary who has bridged the Arab and Western cultures to create a number of significant uncompromising buildings worldwide”.
Our recent article on Zaha Hadid was recently published by ArchiTeam Cooperative. We are very pleased to share this with you here.
The sudden death of architecture’s leading lady, diva and “Starchitect” Zaha Hadid shocked the world of Architecture recently. This article is a brief expose of the life and the uncompromising times of Hadid’s career and her practice. It also explains how Hadid has touched Australia – and how the legacy of Hadid’s architecture will manifest on our shores.
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Frogs spotted at courthouse ... Persons suspect obeah
The St James Parish Court got an unusual pair of animal visitors between Wednesday and Thursday, when two large frogs showed up at the court building with documents in their mouths.
The incident reportedly unfolded inside the hallway near the Western Regional Gun Court, which adjoins the main court premises.
The papers allegedly had the names of a judge and a police officer inscribed on them.
It was also suggested that one name may have been that of a man with an ongoing court case.
It was not stated whether the frogs’ presence disrupted regular court proceedings.
When The STAR visited the courthouse on Thursday, there was no sight of either amphibian or the papers.
However, several court employees confirmed that the frogs had been there.
A source at the parish court’s office, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the police retrieved the papers from the amphibians.
It is suspected that the frogs were placed at the court as part of some exercise in the supernatural.
“Dem thing deh a gwaan, because ‘iron a beat',” one resident outside the courthouse declared, referring to the likelihood of obeah being practised.


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Navigating Property Transactions: The Crucial Role of Due Diligence
In the dynamic world of real estate, where fortunes can be made or lost with a single transaction, due diligence stands as the cornerstone of informed decision-making. Whether one is embarking on the journey of purchasing their dream home or strategically divesting a property asset, the importance of thorough investigation cannot be overstated. Due diligence […]
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Between 2012 and 2018, 28.3 million mail-in ballots remain unaccounted for, according to data from the federal Election Assistance Commission. The missing ballots amount to nearly one in five of all absentee ballots and ballots mailed to voters residing in states that do elections exclusively by mail.
States and local authorities simply have no idea what happened to these ballots since they were mailed – and the figure of 28 million missing ballots is likely even higher because some areas in the country, notably Chicago, did not respond to the federal agency’s survey questions. This figure does not include ballots that were spoiled, undeliverable, or came back for any reason.
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Aston Martin DB9 GT – A Fine Piece Of British Extravaganza
British supercar maker Aston Martin has just revealed the DB9 GT model, and allow me to state the obvious: it’s gorgeous. Powered by a 547 hp 6.0-liter V12 engine, the Aston Martin DB9 GT made its debut at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Specifically, powering up this beauty is an all-alloy, quad overhead cam, 48-valve 5,935 cc front mid-mounted V12 engine, good for 547 PS and 620 Nm of torque.
The DB9 GT also comes equipped with a rear mid-mounted Touchtronic II 6-speed gearbox, with an electronic shift-by-wire control system. As a result, the DB9 GT will supposedly do 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.5 seconds and reach a breathtaking top speed of 183 mph.
The Aston Martin DB9 GT will also feature an independent double wishbone suspension on all its four corners, as well as a three-stage Adaptive Damping System (ADS) with three settings (Normal, Sport and Track). The equipment list is quite long, but we should point out it includes the AMi II touch-sensitive infotainment system, and USB and Bluetooth connectivity.
All of that seems irrelevant once you take a glimpse of this car’s sleek and incredibly sexy bodywork. It’s difficult to say how much this Aston will cost, but it’s safe to say it will be worth every single penny.


Occupy ICE protesters in Portland, Oregon, rolled out a makeshift guillotine and beheaded a piñata of President Donald Trump Tuesday.
Several people yelled, “Off with his head!” while the Trump piñata was placed under the knife by some protesters wearing scarves on their necks and covering their mouths. A sign in front of the guillotine read, “Brick by brick, wall by wall, we will make the borders fall.”
As the piñata was sliced, candy fell out and people screamed with joy. One protester threw the president’s head toward the crowd, according to video footage posted by Abolish I.C.E PDX.
A protester retrieved Trump’s head from the crowd and placed it under the guillotine for a second time as another person said, “That’s perfect.”
The incident is part of ongoing acts to disparage the president. England protesters flew a Trump baby balloon on July 13 because they believed he was a “racist demagogue who is a danger to women, immigrants and minorities,” according to a description by a Crowdfunder page. (RELATED: Blown Up Trump Baby Is A Total Bust)
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#FlashFiction – My Name is Love
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My name is Love. Yeay, it’s sound cheesy. But my father said that he gave the name for me because i born with love. So, he wants me to grow up with love which it was really hard honestly.
One day, he told me that Love is more than an expression. Of course, when i heard that, i wasn’t understand what he means.
After all, i figured it out. Why he gave me name with “Love” and why not he gave me “susan” or “Emma.” He just true that life need love. And that’s the reason he gave that to my name.
One day, when i went to the office, with a broken heart because my boyfriend dumb me, i remember what he used to said to me. A really simple words that been put in my head. He said, “life is never been perfect until you realize that you are different than anyone else.”
He told to me with his green eyes and he hold my hand and then he hugs me. But he didn’t really there. i just pretend that he was there and gave me all his love. The truth is that he told me that words when i was a little girl. And now, he was in the heaven.
That day, when i really broken, i can get all the pieces of my heart because of my dad’s word. It really means to me.
So i realized, because my name is special, i must make my life more special than i ever thought before. I don’t want to dissapointed my dad or myself. I just want to learn how to live with love.
Love is life.

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In the heart of the Mediterranean, just 90 km south of Sicily, Malta and its sister islands of Gozo and Comino await their curious visitors.
For a tiny country of about 316 km2, the saying is true many times over: pepper is small but strong. Half of Budapest's barely 400,000 inhabitants live in peaceful prosperity, stable economic conditions and surprising security. One of the reasons for this balanced, calm lifestyle is that so many people visit the islands every year.
However, Malta is more than a peaceful archipelago in the Mediterranean. The nearly 1.3 million tourists a year are attracted by Malta’s more than 7,000-year-old history, rich historical, architectural and cultural monuments, sights, cultural festivals, and bustling nightlife.
Malta, however, is an island for sports fans. The crystal clear sea, the shores divided by caves and rocks hide a real diving paradise. In addition to water sports, lovers of land sports can also go hiking and cycling on the hilly islands. The more adventurous can also try climbing the southern rock walls with the help of experienced Maltese leaders.
There are no large department stores in Malta, only a larger shopping center in Floriana. Most stores are small and sell a kind of merchandise; in addition, we can shop at outdoor markets and state or municipal craft centers. Prices are low in the markets and small stalls in Gozo, especially if we buy more than one item. Let's not try to bargain, it's not fashionable here. The largest selection of shops can be found in Valletta and Sliema, although most resorts have also seen a huge increase in the range of goods recently. Gozo is the most important shopping places in Victoria, Xlendi and Marsalforn. The Maltese shops are open six days a week from 9am to 7pm. Most of them close for two hours at lunchtime and are also closed on Sundays. International brands include Body Shop, Benetton, Gucci and Cardin - but it’s better to choose from local products. Of these, it is primarily Mdina glass, which is often turquoise in color, although it is also available in shades of green and brown.
But we can find all kinds of handmade objects, from paper weights to beautiful vases to bowls and ashtrays. In Ta’Qali we can see the process of making glass and their products are sold everywhere in the islands. Silver goldsmithing is also unique: Maltese silver is famous for its purity. They make bracelets, rings and Maltese crosses. Gold is also available everywhere: jewelry making has a centuries-old history. There are many jewelers in Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian’s and showrooms like the Maltese Craft Center in Valletta and the Ta’Qali Craft Village.
The capital of Malta is Valletta, a city "built by gentlemen for gentlemen". The 16th century buildings have been preserved in excellent condition, beautiful, but fortunately the monuments are not too long to walk around. We arrive in the capital through the City Gate. Passing through magnificent squares and palaces, we arrive at the palace of the Auberge de Castille, which served as the residence of the Prime Minister. The Upper Barrakka Park, created by Spanish knights, offers a breathtaking panorama.
Population density: 107,5 km2
Ethnic groups: máltai (96%), brit
Administrative position: 6 districts
Location: Southern Europe, Mediterranean island, south of Sicily
Country calling code: 356
Car sign: M
Form of state: republic
Official language: maltese, english
Larger cities: Birkirkara, Qormi, Hamrun, Sliema, Mosta, Victoria, Zabbar
January 1: New Year
February 10: Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck
March 19: Feast of St. Joseph
March 31: National Day - Freedom Day
May 1: Labor Day
June 7: Sette Giugno
June 29: St. Peter and St. Paul's Day
September 8: Victory Day - Regatta
September 21: Independence Day
November: International Choir Festival
December 8: Day of Immaculate Conception
December 13: Republic Day
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Lawyers: Former Market Basket worker may claim insanity in assault case
Public defenders for Samuel Woods, 21, informed a Rockingham County superior court judge about the possible insanity defense prior to his trial on two counts of second-degree assault.
Public defender Kevin O’Keefe said in court papers that his client was suffering from mental illness at the time of the alleged assault.
Woods told police following his arrest that he did not know the girl well and had no reason to attack her. Woods also claimed to have “had issues with women since he was young and has acted out violently before by attacking a teacher. He said he is under the care of a psychologist and is prescribed medication,” a police affidavit said.
Woods is seen entering the room and running at the teenage girl “with his hands open in a choking fashion,” according to the affidavit.
He then took off his shoes and jumped off a second-floor platform near a stock room, police said. Woods jumped off the platform, landing by wooden dollies about 18 feet below. He later told police that “something evil came over him” before going after the girl, the affidavit said.
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text: Background and Objectives Epidemiological studies suggest a detailed association between periodontitis and prediabetes/insulin resistance but whether periodontitis causes prediabetes in human beings is not known. a periodontal pathogen caused molecular and/or cellular alterations in pancreatic islets and whether SerpinE1 was involved in this process. Materials and Methods We induced periodontitis in C57BL/6 mice by oral software of a periodontal pathogen, Pg, and identified Alisertib inhibition changes that occurred in islets following 22 weeks of Pg software. Pancreatic islet architecture was determined by 2-D and 3-D immunofluorescence microscopy and SerpinE1 and its substrate uPA as well as insulin, glucagon and Pg/gingipain in islets was recognized by immunofluorescence. The presence of apoptotic islet cells was determined by both histochemical and immunofluorescence TUNEL assays. To further investigate the direct effect of Pg on apoptosis and the involvement of SerpinE1 in this process, we used SerpinE1 knockdown and scrambled control clones of the MIN6 pancreatic cell collection. Results Pg/gingipain was recognized in both the periodontium and pancreas in the experimental group. Islets from animals that were given Pg orally (experimental group) developed significant changes in islet architecture, upregulation of SerpinE1, and improved cell apoptosis compared with the control group. We also observed that exposure of MIN6 cells to Pg resulted in apoptosis. However, apoptosis was significantly reduced when SerpinE1 manifestation by MIN6 cells was knocked down. Conclusion Oral software of the periodontal pathogen Pg to C57BL/6 mice induces periodontitis, translocation of Pg/gingipain to the pancreas, and results in complex alterations in pancreatic islet morphology. SerpinE1 appears to be involved in this process. (Pg), on insulin secretion from the cell collection MIN6 (11) and shown that upregulation of insulin secretion by these cells was mediated by SerpinE1, also known as Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor1 or PAI1 (12). SerpinE1 is definitely a serine protease inhibitor that inhibits cells type and urokinase plasminogen activators (tPA and uPA respectively), therefore its main function is definitely anti-fibrinolytic. However, SerpinE1 also regulates cell migration (13). Due to its anti-fibrinolytic activity, improved levels of SerpinE1 are thought to lead to the development of atherosclerosis and atherothrombosis (14,15). SerpinE1 is definitely associated with cardiovascular diseases and Metabolic Syndrome (16), including insulin resistance (IR), obesity and diabetes (17). It has also been reported that subjects with periodontitis have higher concentrations of circulating SerpinE1 compared with periodontally healthy subjects (18). However, the practical role of this increase in SerpinE1 in subjects with periodontitis offers yet to be determined. Hyperinsulinemia happens in Smoc1 prediabetes. It is generally approved that hyperinsulinemia is definitely caused by over-production of insulin by pancreatic cells to compensate for insulin resistance in the insulin target organs. Stressed cells eventually fatigue and pass away by apoptosis (19). Therefore, pancreatic cell apoptosis can ultimately lead to frank Type 2 Diabetes. This significant decrease in practical cells is definitely a cardinal feature of T2DM. However, the factors that initiate apoptosis are just beginning to become explained (20). Since SerpinE1 promotes insulin secretion in MIN6 cells when cells are exposed to Pg-LPS (12), we hypothesized that SerpinE1 may function in induction of hyperinsulinemia and/or cell apoptosis. To test this hypothesis, we investigated SerpinE1 involvement in apoptosis in MIN6 cells exposed to Pg. To understand the biological relevance of Pg on pancreatic islets in mice Experiments were carried out in strict accordance with the recommendations layed out in the Guideline for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals of the National Institutes of Health. The protocol was authorized by the Institutional Animal Alisertib inhibition Care and Use Committee in the University or college of Illinois at Chicago (Protocol authorization #12-152). Twenty 6-week aged male C57BL/6 mice were purchased from Jackson Laboratories (Pub Harbor, ME, USA). Mice were housed at constant heat (22 C) and moisture (45C55%) inside a 14-hr light/10-hr dark cycle. All mice were placed on a regular chow (Teklad LM-485, Taklad Diet programs, Madison, WI, USA) and food consumption and body weight were measured every week. Experimental periodontitis was performed by oral software of Pg. For detailed description of the study design and results from analyses of glucose intolerance, fasting insulin and glucose levels over time, observe Ilievski and/or gingipains was recognized in periodontitis sites as well as with the pancreas of the experimental group but not the control group Pg generates cysteine proteases, gingipains, which are located within the outer membranes. These are known to degrade a variety of sponsor proteins involved in sponsor defense (22). The presence of the Pg/gingipain epitope was recognized by immunofluorescence Alisertib inhibition microscopy using a monoclonal antibody 61BG1.3 (DSHB) specific to an epitope in gingipain (23) in periodontal cells (Fig. 1A b) and pancreata (Fig. 1B b) of the experimental group, but not in the control group (Fig. 1A a, B a). Pg and/or gingipain was present in both pancreatic islets and parenchyma of the experimental group, but Alisertib inhibition not in the control group (Fig. 1B). Open in another window Body 1 A..

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GVMC and VSPCA jointly conducted an animal birth control (ABC) programme in 1998, when people demanded mass elimination of stray dogs. In later years, GVMC and VSPCA launched their programmes separately. DC Image
VISAKHAPATNAM: Smart City Visakhapatnam has over 1.12 lakh stray dogs in eight GVMC zones from Bhimili to Anakapalli, according to latest figures of the corporation’s public health department.
The dog census was conducted by animal husbandry department as part of its periodical survey of all animals living within the city limits.
Animal activists say one fourth of the dogs perished during two spells of Covid-19 pandemic, as street vending of food got shuttered all over the city. Animal lovers too were prevented by police from distributing food.
"Yet the dog population has been increasing annually at the rate of 20 percent," pointed out founder president of Visakha Society for Protection and Care of Animals (VSPCA) Pradeep Nath.
Talking to Deccan Chronicle, Nath said several guidelines have been issued by Animal Welfare Board of India and Ministry of Environment on birth control among dogs to contain their population as well as administration of anti-rabies vaccine, so that dog population remains static in human habitats.
Initially, GVMC and VSPCA jointly conducted an animal birth control (ABC) programme in 1998, when people demanded mass elimination of stray dogs. In later years, GVMC and VSPCA launched their programmes separately. "We are following guidelines strictly and have better infrastructure to conduct ABC, unlike GVMC that lacks human touch in catching dogs, operating on them and taking post operative care," Nath maintained.
However, GVMC veterinary officer Dr. Kishore Nathi said GVMC and VSPCA are performing 6,000 ABC surgeries each annually. They are supported by animal husbandry department, which conducts around 2,000 surgeries per annum.
"We have improved our post operative care with recent installation of facilities for dogs, said to be the most loyal among all animals on earth," Dr. Kishore said. He underlined that anti-rabies vaccines are being given to 15,000 dogs every year.


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James Cancer Hospital could lead to a new approach - one that uses a simple blood test.
They followed more than a thousand smokers and discovered that, in just a few drops of
blood, they could detect signs of lung cancer in some patients a full 2 years before they
were visible on a scan. But thatÕs not all they found.
>>Carlo Croce MD: With this method we can determine that a tumor is developing, before
a spiral CT, but we have also an indication of how bad that small tumor is.
>>Narrator: Knowing how aggressive a tumor might be, could soon allow doctors to be more
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Salma Hayek, 42, opened up on The Rachael Ray Show about her trilingual daughter and the ghosts that Valentina sees!
At 16 months, little Valentina is already trilingual! She speaks English, Spanish and French – and seems to have developed a sixth sense.
“Last night she saw a ghost. I’m convinced,” said Salma, “Last night she woke up and her eyes were open. And she’s looking at one specific point and she’s going, ‘No no no no, au revoir,’ which means goodbye in French … And she’s looking at someone, but there’s no one there.
I was so scared, and I’m like, ‘Yes, au revoir, whoever you are, get out!’ And then she started saying it in English: ‘Bye bye, bye bye!’ I guess she was trying in different languages to see what nationality this ghost was to go away. It was terrifying!”

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Sunday may still be a rough night overall for the Chicago Blackhawks, but if head coach Joel Quenneville’s early prognosis is correct, Jonathan Toews‘ upper-body injury might only be minor.
Quenneville labels the 25-year-old as “day-to-day” and told reporters including CSNChicago.com’s Tracey Myers that they’ll know more about their captain’s condition on Monday.
It’s early, but so far that’s seriously good news for Captain Serious.
The Blackhawks are already dealing with Patrick Kane‘s injury-related absence, and while day-to-day can sometimes result in weeks of missed time, at least it sounds like his issue (which seems to be left arm/shoulder-related) isn’t too significant.
As far as the hit itself, Brooks Orpik defended himself to the media:
… And it seemed like Marian Hossa (sort of) backed him up.
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Sparks The Rescue EP- Sparks The Rescue
Review by Jen Boylen
Sparks the Rescue is one of those bands who is basically the definition of pop-rock. Upbeat and packed full of guitars and drums-making their music the kind that always puts a smile on anyone’s face when it comes on shuffle. Since forming in 2006, fast forward three releases and Sparks The Rescue has released a self-titled EP. Compiled of an intro followed by six tracks, the Sparks the Rescue EP is a success from start to finish.
Usually, I cannot stand intros or interludes. Most of the time I feel like they’re a waste of space, but Sparks the Rescue has managed to create one that I don’t mind. It fades into static and a heart-beat-esque rhythm while finishing off with distant gang vocals-definitely sets listeners up for the feel of the whole EP. This is immediately followed by “Disaster”-which Sparks the Rescue released a video for two weeks earlier. It’s definitely a track worthy of a video, and it’s just begging to be rocked out to in the car with the windows down.
With track number three we chill out a little bit. “Water Your Heart (Safe, Sound, and Buried)” still has a pretty upbeat chorus, but it has the feel of a ballad through out the verses.
“Last Chance For Romance” picks things back up a little bit, and definitely goes back to the feel of earlier Sparks the Rescue releases. The first thing I thought of was “Hello Mexico” from Eyes To the Sun; which is one of my favorites of theirs.
The next track: “Burn All of My Clothes” is definitely my top pick off of this EP. I love the anger and emotion thrown at listeners through every word. Plus, gang vocals always earn an A+ in my book, and Sparks the Rescue executes them famously in this song.
“Dream. Catch. Her.” happens to be another one of those chill, easy listening rock songs. It’s like a late night walk, thinking about that girl or guy you can’t have but can’t stop thinking about. This is a song anyone can relate to, in some way or another, and more so a song everyone can enjoy.
The Sparks The Rescue EP closes with acoustic guitars and strings. “Phoenix” is without a doubt the love song of this release. With close miked vocals and dreamy guitar melodies, it will grab a hold of the heartstrings so much that listeners can almost feel how conflicted and sad lead singer Alex Roy is over this girl. This is definitely not one to miss.
Sparks The Rescue has been on my radar for quite some time, but after this EP they took a huge leap forward in my list of favorite bands. They are maturing and evolving as musicians while still staying true to what makes their fans love to listen to them and Sparks The Rescue-EP is no exception.
Overall Rating : 4.5/5
Recommended Tracks: Burn All of My Clothes, Pheonix


Tennis: Sorensen gets nod for Davis opener
IRELAND Davis Cup boss Garry Cahill has opted for the experience of Louk Sorensen over the higher world ranking of James McGee for this weekend's first-round clash with Hungary in Szeged, WRITES PADDY HICKEY.
McGee is currently ranked at 353 compared to Sorensen's mark of 451, but the Stuttgart-based right-hander has vastly more Davis Cup experience -- 10 ties to five.
And Sorensen, who was ranked at 213 in February 2010, would almost certainly currently occupy a higher place in the world ladder but for being sidelined through injury for much of last year and also temporarily retired for two months.
Today, Sorensen opens proceedings in the three-day contest against the home team's No 1 player Adam Kellner, who is ranked at 316. And in the second rubber, Irish No 1 Conor Niland, who is ranked at 311, faces the Magyars' No 2 Marton Fucsovics, who is placed at 575.
For tomorrow's doubles, Cahill has nominated McGee and Davis Cup debutant Sam Barry and in Sunday's reverse singles Niland will face Kellner in the opener, with Sorensen squaring up to Fucsovics.
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The line-up for the 2012 An Post-sponsored Sean Kelly Cycling team was revealed in Brussels yesterday, with an 18-man team announced including 10 new signings.
Mark Cassidy, Sean Downey, Sam Bennett, Connor McConvey and Ronan McLaughlin are the only Irish riders in the squad, which also includes four British riders, seven Belgians, one Australian and a Lithuanian.
Last year's An Post Ras winner Gediminas Bagdonas and Mi-Aout Bretagne stage race winner Mark McNally return to the squad after their potential moves to the big-time fell through.
Newcomers to the 2012 squad include former Saxo Bank pro Johnny Bellis, Australian U-23 champion Scott Law and former Irish U-23 champion Downey.
Meanwhile, 1997 Tour de France winner Jan Ullrich has been handed a two-year ban for doping by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Ullrich has had all of his results since May 2005 annulled.
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The climax of the fifth week of competition at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida is tomorrow night's World Cup qualifier in which there will be four Irish contenders, WRITES LOUISE PARKES.
The Irish have been consistently in the line-up throughout the tournament, which runs for a further seven weeks, offering $6m (€4.5m) in prize money.
US-based Corkman Shane Sweetnam got a confidence boost ahead of this weekend's major class when runner-up with Rolette in yesterday's G&C Farms 1.45m event.
Joining Sweetnam will be Cian O'Connor, Kevin Babington and Darragh Kerins.
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Happy Cinco de Mayo folks!
Listening to: John Butler Trio
I’m Feeling: Like I have wasted my writing time today solving pesky computer issues.
I’m Wondering: Are you in a crit group? Why or why not? How did you find your group, and what do you like best about it? Do you meet in person, come together online? Via email? Telephone?
I am looking to get involved in a critique group for YA Fantasy but have absolutely no idea where to begin.


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Rwanda’s super star and entrepreneur rapper, Emery Gatsinzi a.k.a Riderman will launch a new album in December, 2014.
The Horo hit maker disclosed the information to Rwandashow.com on phone.
“By December my album will be complete and ready to be launched before the year ends,” said Riderman.
Riderman will communicate the actual launch date and venue through the media.
The new album will only feature songs recorded in East Africa’s widely spoken languages; English and Kishwahili in order to expand his music audience.
Riderman owns Ibisumizi recording studio which is famous for supporting upcoming artists.
The rapper boasts of songs like; Horo, Igitangaza, Igicyaniro and more.


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SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich., April 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Allure Medical Spa announces the opening of its third location, in Clarkston, Mich., northwest of Detroit. This new state-of-the-art office launches Wednesday, April 16, and offers patients an additional opportunity to receive the advanced treatments they seek, as well as valued medical input.
"The opening of this newest location is another major step for Allure," said Dr. Charles Mok, founder of Allure Medical Spa. "For a decade now, we have been able to serve patients throughout Metro Detroit, and we are very pleased that this newest office allows us to bring Allure's trusted services to an even larger audience."
The office will offer surgical consultations, treat veins and perform various cosmetic procedures. Allure will announce an official grand opening date and event in the near future. Drs. Charles Mok, Elizabeth Swenor and Drew Georgeson will consult with patients at the Clarkston location.
About Allure Medical Spa:
Founded in 2003 by Charles Mok, DO, Allure Medical Spa is Metro Detroit's largest vein therapy, cosmetic enhancement and anti-aging medical practice, with locations in Shelby Township, Livonia and Clarkston. Allure Medical Spa has grown to a staff of seven physicians, along with a team of medical assistant providers and physician assistants that treat thousands of patients annually in the Detroit area and beyond. In 2008, the company opened a 20,000-square foot medical facility in Shelby Township, which features two operating rooms for outpatient surgical procedures. Services offered at Allure Medical Spa include treatment for varicose and spider veins, surgical and non-surgical cosmetic enhancement, as well as Botox and fillers, dermatology and hormone replacement therapy. The company also produces an exclusive line of skincare products.
SYS-CON Media announced that Centrify, a provider of unified identity management across cloud, mobile and data center environments that delivers single sign-on (SSO) for users and a simplified identity infrastructure for IT, has launched an ad campaign on Cloud Computing Journal. The ads focus on security: how an organization can successfully control privilege for all of the organization’s identities to mitigate identity-related risk without slowing down the business, and how Centrify provides ...
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When an enterprise builds a hybrid IaaS cloud connecting its data center to one or more public clouds, security is often a major topic along with the other challenges involved. Security is closely intertwined with the networking choices made for the hybrid cloud. Traditional networking approaches for building a hybrid cloud try to kludge together the enterprise infrastructure with the public cloud. Consequently this approach requires risky, deep "surgery" including changes to firewalls, subnets...
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Want to enable self-service provisioning of application environments in minutes that mirror production? Can you automatically provide rich data with code-level detail back to the developers when issues occur in production? In his session at DevOps Summit, David Tesar, Microsoft Technical Evangelist on Microsoft Azure and DevOps, will discuss how to accomplish this and more utilizing technologies such as Microsoft Azure, Visual Studio online, and Application Insights in this demo-heavy session.
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"SAP had made a big transition into the cloud as we believe it has significant value for our customers, drives innovation and is easy to consume. When you look at the SAP portfolio, SAP HANA is the underlying platform and it powers all of our platforms and all of our analytics," explained Thorsten Leiduck, VP ISVs & Digital Commerce at SAP, in this SYS-CON.tv interview at 15th Cloud Expo, held Nov 4-6, 2014, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA.
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SAP is delivering break-through innovation combined with fantastic user experience powered by the market-leading in-memory technology, SAP HANA. In his General Session at 15th Cloud Expo, Thorsten Leiduck, VP ISVs & Digital Commerce, SAP, discussed how SAP and partners provide cloud and hybrid cloud solutions as well as real-time Big Data offerings that help companies of all sizes and industries run better. SAP launched an application challenge to award the most innovative SAP HANA and SAP HANA...
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One of the biggest challenges when developing connected devices is identifying user value and delivering it through successful user experiences. In his session at Internet of @ThingsExpo, Mike Kuniavsky, Principal Scientist, Innovation Services at PARC, described an IoT-specific approach to user experience design that combines approaches from interaction design, industrial design and service design to create experiences that go beyond simple connected gadgets to create lasting, multi-device exp...
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Although you can make do with a limited range in your toolbox, it’s useful to know what the different types of handsaw can do.
These are eight of the most common.
All saws have certain things in common. Firstly the teeth are angled outwards alternately (called the set’) and you can see this by looking directly down on any saw with the points of the teeth uppermost. The angled formation does two things- it makes the cut a little wider than the blade of the saw so the blade doesn’t get stuck, and it allows saw dust to fall away without the teeth becoming clogged. Saws are graded according to the number of teeth they have to the inch – measured in ‘points’ to the inch. The main thing to remember is that the greater the number of teeth, the finer and slower the cut will be. But the number of teeth a saw has isn’t the only important charac-teristic. The of teeth it has also makes a difference – for instance, a saw specifically designed to cut the grain of wood has teeth filed to form a chisel edge, while those of a saw designed to cut the grain are filed to form a sharper point.
Blades themselves vary in thickness from about 1 mm for a large panel saw, to about 0.5mm for a small tenon saw, and even less for a coping saw. And to help the blade clear the cut as you saw, the blade’s width is itself tapered so it’s thinner on top than at the cutting edge.
Rip Saw Specifically designed for cutting large pieces of wood the grain (for example, cutting down a length of timber to reduce its width). The tip of each tooth is filed to a flat chisel edge and cuts with a planing action. With only 4-6 points per inch, the teeth are large and slice through thick wood easily. (Limited use).
Cross-cut Saw Designed to cut the grain, (that is, cutting a piece of wood to the correct length), the teeth are bevelled to a knife point, as well as being set, so the sharp points of alternate teeth point outwards. As you saw, the teeth cut two parallel grooves, and the wood in between crumbles away as sawdust. With 7-8 points per inch, the saw can also be used for cutting the grain, but it’s slower than with a rip saw.
Coping Saw Designed for cutting curves in wood less than 12.5 mm (Jin) thick, the thin blade of a coping saw is held in tension in a metal frame and makes a fine cut. The distance between the blade and the frame determines how far from the edge of a piece of wood the saw can be used. The angle of the blade can be adjusted so you can saw in different directions.
Keyhole or Pad Saw This saw is used to cut holes or shapes in the centre of a piece of wood where a coping saw cannot fit in – it’s not restricted by a frame, so it can be used at any distance from the edge of the workpiece. The blade is fairly thick to keep it rigid, and means that the saw makes a coarse cut. It’s used for cutting out keyholes (hence the name) and letter-boxes in doors. It’s easiest to drill a hole at each corner of the shape to be cut, so allowing the blade of the saw to change direc-tion.
Fret Saw Similar to the coping saw, but has a much deeper frame or ‘throat’. It allows more freedom in cutting shapes and patterns in wood.
Panel Saw This is basically a smaller version of the cross-cut saw, with smaller teeth and more of them (10 points per inch). Makes a finer cut and is adequate for cutting large joints and mitres. Again, it will cut both across and along the grain, so it’s probably the most versatile of the large hand-saws. Also available with ‘har-dened’ teeth designed to resist the blunting effect of sawing man-made boards like plywood and chipboard. Many also now come with a teflon-coated finish which is designed to reduce friction when sawing and to prevent rust.
Tenon Saw This has a rectangular blade and a spine of brass or steel. Designed for cutting tenons and other joints accurately, the spine stiffens the blade to ensure the teeth stay on course. With 13-15 points per inch, the saw is also useful for fine cutting of thin wood or plywood, both with and across the grain. Teeth are filed to points like those of a cross-cut saw. But with a reduced bevel.
A Dovetail Saw is simply a smaller version of the tenon saw, designed for rather finer work and – as the name implies – for cutting dovetail joints. It has a thinner blade with 20 points to the inch, so it’s particu-larly useful for cutting timber less than 12.5mm (Jin) thick.


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On March 10, 2018, at Berkeley City College, the Berkeley chapter of the Platypus Affiliated Society hosted a panel titled "What is socialism?: International social democracy." The panelists were Grover Furr, professor of English literature at Montclair State University; James R. Martel, professor of political science at San Francisco State University; Ron Kelch, of News & Letters; and Gerald Smith, of the Peace & Freedom Party and the Oscar Grant Committee. The discussion was moderated by Audrey Crescenti.
This panel invites you to reflect on the history of social democracy from a leftist viewpoint. Such a perspective raises the specter of the Second International, the political organization that led the workers’ movement for socialism around the turn of the 20th century.
In the U.S., this politics found its expression in Eugene Debs, a radical labor leader converted to Marxism in prison by reading the German Marxist, Karl Kautsky. In Germany, in Rosa Luxemburg and Karl Liebknecht’s Communist Party of Germany, inheritor of the Spartacus League’s opposition to joining the German state’s war effort during the First World War. And in Russia, most famously, in the capture of state power by the Bolshevik Party led by Lenin. Thus the Second International gave rise to what is arguably the greatest attempt to change the world in history: the revolutions of 1917–19 in Russia, Germany, Hungary, and Italy. In these revolutions, Communists split from Social Democrats, the latter of whom formed the bulwark of counterrevolution.
During much of the 20th century, a Marxist-Leninist approach to history prevailed on much of the hard left, according to which the Second International revolutionaries had effectively superseded the politics of more right-wing figures within social democracy, such as Kautsky. The Third International has in this respect been widely accepted as an advance upon the Second. In the 1930s, the rise of fascism seemed to sideline the Communist vs. Social Democrat controversy. A generation later, after World War II, these same Social Democratic parties in the West engaged in wide-ranging reforms, while still opposing Communism in the East. For a few decades of supposed “convergence” between East and West, it seemed that the earlier evolutionary view of achieving socialism, contra Communist revolution, might be proven correct.
But the New Left in the West emerged in opposition to such reformism, in search of a more radical politics. In the neoliberal era, however, the division between reform and revolution has been blurred if not erased. And today social democracy is on the defensive against neoliberalism, even as its memory is resuscitated by such phenomena as SYRIZA, Podemos, Jeremy Corbyn, and Bernie Sanders. But, do we in fact still need to reckon with the earlier history of Marxism—the split between Communists and Social Democrats—in order to understand the problem and project of social democracy today? How are the questions of social democracy and social revolution related today, in light of history? What has social democracy come to signify politically?
On this special episode of SPS we discuss "50 Years After '68: Does Socialism Have a Future?" the annual European Conference of the Platypus Affiliated Society in London (15–18 February, 2018), and feature clips from our panels with Boris Kagarlitsky (Author; Institute of Globalization and Social Movements), Simon Elmer (Architects for Social Housing), Hillel Ticktin (University of Glasgow; Founding Editor, Critique), Robert Borba (Revolutionary Communist Party USA), Roxanne Baker (International Bolshevik Tendency) and Judith Shapiro (London School of Economics).
We are joined by Platypus members, Gregor Baszak (University of Illinois, Chicago), Nunzia Faes (London School of Economics), Erin Hagood (University of Chicago) and Pádraig Maguire (Goldsmiths, University of London).
The recordings for the entire conference are available here:
(1) Pre-conference panel discussion: Anti-Racism in the Age of Trump and Brexit
(2) Teach-in: The Death of the Millennial Left
(3) Opening Plenary: 50 Years After '68
(4) Housing Crisis or Capitalist Crisis: Anti-Gentrification and the Left
(5) Marxism and Feminism
(6) Closing Plenary: What is the Future of Socialism?
(7) Teach-in: The First Year of Trump
Conference program: platypus1917.org/2018/01/10/50-ye…conference-2018/ Please note that the final speaking line-up for each panel is listed on the archive.org pages.
Laurie mentioned Women and Revolution, which was the journal of the Women's Commission of the Spartacist League, U.S. from 1972 through 1996. Links to the articles are available here: www.icl-fi.org/english/womendrev/index.html
Hosted by Pam C. Nogales C. & Laurie Rojas.
Radical Minds is a show that airs every Thursday at 2 PM on WHPK 88.5 FM Chicago. Aired February 8th, 2018, this episode features an interview with Alex Kritikos, SAIC alum and independent Marxist thinker who currently works in advertising, conducted by your hosts, Erin Hagood, Stephanie Gomez, and Will Stratford.

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We can deny an awful lot of things in our lives and find ways to believe what we want. We can carry on these deceptions for a shockingly long time and often get away with it! But deceiving ourselves with weight denial carries its own penalty. There’s nowhere to hide. If someone says they’re losing weight but they don’t look any different and their clothes aren’t fitting differently, it’s not happening.
I was really shocked this week when I discovered that a blogger who promotes himself as a self-improvement, “live your dreams” life coach has been lying about his own weight problem. He has written about dealing with it and how in the past he undertook a crash diet and extreme exercise regimen that ultimately failed as that approach usually does. In the promotion of the materials he sells, he has written about taking his weight problem under control, claiming to live by his own principles of improving your life. Back in April, a reader posted to the Amazon page of his ebook that she was disappointed he did not seem to be following up on his claim that his weight was under control. He insisted that he was down 100lbs from when he’d written that ebook and that he was maintaining the loss.
But he wasn’t. It eventually came out that he had been packing the pounds back on to a new lifetime high weight. You can’t hide 369lbs. Why would someone even try to lie about that? For someone who presents himself as he does, his credibility has taken a serious blow.
You and I know the ever-present shame felt by those of us who are fat or have been fat. We know the pressure we feel all the time to be “doing something” about it. That’s usually in our own heads enough without hearing from others “When are you going to do something about your weight?” It can become a kind of undercurrent to your thoughts that begins to chip away at your general sense of well-being. A feeling of dread and anxiety starts to build about “doing something about it.” It can start to dominate your life.
Unlike other deceptions we may play upon ourselves, being fat is something we can’t ignore or forget, still there’s a way that we try. I call it “cycling out.” Dealing with your weight gets tiring! Trying to figure out the next diet, the next exercise regimen to try, the next “something” to do. I believe some of us become desperate for relief from the worry and anxiety of it and so we go for periods of time when we simply stop trying. It doesn’t mean that we don’t care anymore or that we’ve decided to “let ourselves go” or that we’re irresponsible. There’s a limit to how much anxiety and nagging worry we can carry around before we can’t handle it anymore and have to push it away for awhile. Cycling out happens when we decide that struggling to lose weight is more difficult to bear that being fat.
I can remember often wishing being fat was a problem that I could just make “go away” but of course it does not work like that. Realizing that I had been doing the same things over and over was huge. You stress and struggle until you find something that works for you. Letting go of everything that’s failed in the past can be difficult because we’re so drawn to the false promises of the latest diets, fat burner pills, gadgets, gimmicks, and programs. Finding an authentic peace with eating and your weight is not about “accepting” being fat and choosing that you’re going to eat whatever you want and decide you’re fine with that.
Feeling in control is what finally releases you. Finding what gives you that sense of control is something only you can do for own body, your own mind, your own life. It has to be forever.


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