With a Canadian director on the Palme d’Or jury, more than 250 Canadian producers registered to attend the festival, plus a huge delegation of emerging talent in the house, Canada sure is looking lovely at Cannes this year!
From May 8 to 17, 2018, our Canada Pavilion at the 71st Cannes Film Festival will be busy and bustling with cool networking events, film screenings, emerging talent, and more! And you are cordially invited to join us! For all the juicy details on our Cannes action, and where to find us, click here.
But wait, we’re getting ahead of ourselves… First things first!
1) Who’s on the jury?
A Canadian director is part of this year’s Palme d’Or jury! Quebec’s Denis Villeneuve will sit alongside eight other jurors and Cate Blanchett, who leads the jury this year. (A tidbit of Canadian Cannes trivia: during the past several years, several Canadians had the honour to be on the jury, including Donald Sutherland in 2016, Xavier Dolan in 2015, Sarah Polley in 2007, and in 1999, David Cronenberg led the jury.)
2) Directors’ Fortnight
Making its exciting international premiere in this year’s Directors’ Fortnight / Quinzaine des réalisateurs is Patrick Bouchard’s animation The Subject (Le sujet). Organised by the French Directors’ Guild, this independent section takes place alongside Cannes, and is now in its 50th year! Bouchard’s ten-minute short, produced by the National Film Board of Canada, is about an animator who dissects his own body, extracting memories, emotions and fears that will nurture his work.
3) Producers en masse
With more than 250 Canadian producers registered for Cannes, our networking presence around the famed croisette will be quite impressive, to say the least! To emphasize just how great our Canadian talent is, we’ve got a special spotlight on six selected Canadian producers, including five women.
4) Perspective Canada
We’re ready to dazzle Cannes with Canadian perspective, with this selection of eight Canadian films (including seven market premieres!) financed by Telefilm Canada. Perspective Canada will screen at the Marché du Film. Don’t miss it! The selected films are:
5) 22 Canadian short films
Our Not Short on Talent program offers recent Canadian short films the opportunity to be seen by international festival programmers and buyers. This year’s curated selection of 22 new and engaging Canadian short films will be presented at the Short Film Corner, where our flicks can be viewed on demand! The selection is curated by programmer Danny Lennon (Prends ça court!) in Montreal.
6) Schmoozing opps!
Finally, don’t miss our networking and special events! We’ve got lots planned, including the Francophone Producers Coproduction Breakfast, Thursday May 10. Co-organised by francophone agencies, the breakfast welcomes 90 producers and is considered ideal for producers who want to build their international network.
Sunday May 13 is Frontières’ special Buyers Showcase event, featuring a screening of three Canadian film excerpts: G. Patrick Condon’s feature directorial debut Incredible Violence; newest film from established filmmaker Denis Côté, Ghost Town Anthology (Répertoire des villes disparues); and Jovanka Vuckovic’s first feature Riot Girls.
We also have events with Belgium, Luxemburg and Israel, and will open with the Canadian Producers Spotlight Breakfast on Monday May 14, and close with the annual Producers Network – Happy Hour which is sponsored by Telefilm, its Pavilion partners, and the SODEC. For the full scoop on these and our other special events, click here!


text:
J.J. Abrams has earned the reputation of a franchise savior during his career directing films. Dating back to his work on Mission: Impossible III in 2006, many of Abrams' movies have reinvigorated well-established properties, giving them another lease on life. This is why he was such a good pick to helm Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which earned $2 billion worldwide, earned widespread critical acclaim, and launched a new era of the galaxy far, far away on the big screen.
But before Abrams took the Millennium Falcon for a spin, he sat in the captain's chair of the U.S.S. Enterprise, delivering the first two installments of the rebooted Star Trek movie franchise, now dubbed the Kelvin Timeline. Though his obligations to Force Awakens prevented him from directing this summer's Star Trek Beyond, Abrams still served as producer on the film, which is so far generating positive word-of-mouth. It looks like the seminal sci-fi brand will live long and prosper on the big screen, and Abrams couldn't be more excited to see what the future has in store with Star Trek 4.
During a press conference to promote the upcoming release of Beyond (hat tip Den of Geek), Abrams was asked if there would be a fourth movie in the series. Though it's been reported that it's something Paramount wants to do, it hasn't officially been confirmed to be in the works yet. However, according to Abrams it is:
“Yes, and there’s something that hopefully we’re figurative minutes away from talking about. But the answer is 100 percent yes, and it’s incredibly exciting.”
Stars Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto have long been said to be on board for another entry, so it isn't surprising that the studio is moving forth on a followup to Beyond. A week away from the threequel's premiere (as of this writing), it's encouraging to hear that Paramount is bullish on the idea of a Star Trek 4, as that speaks well to its potential quality. Beyond's troubled path to theaters has been well-documented by now, and there were some fans who believed the movie was doomed - particularly after the divisive Star Trek Into Darkness left a cold taste in Trekkies' mouths. But Beyond director Justin Lin seems to have gotten the franchise back on the right track, which theoretically will increase the demand for more adventures.
As Star Trek 4 moves through development, it will be interesting to see what changes (if any) are made behind and in front of the camera. There's a very strong possibility that the Enterprise crew sees some new members in the next film, for completely different reasons. Zoe Saldana is going to be pre-occupied with James Cameron's trio of Avatar sequels soon, so depending on the production schedule for Trek 4 she may be unavailable. In addition, the Trek community is still reeling from the tragic death of Anton Yelchin. Beyond could be the emotional swan song for this particular group of characters, and fans will keep a close eye on the cast and choice of director for Star Trek 4.
At this point, the only thing that could stop Star Trek 4 is Beyond being an unexpected bomb, but that isn't going to happen. The film is projected to post a solid and respectable opening weekend gross, continuing the Kelvin Timeline's commercial success. Even with big projects like Star Wars and Guardians of the Galaxy satisfying the craving for space operas, there's still room for Star Trek at the multiplex. And with a new TV series coming soon, now's a better time than ever to be a fan of the Final Frontier.
Star Trek 4 is currently without a release date. We'll keep you updated as more information becomes available.
Star Trek Beyond opens in U.S. theaters July 22, 2016.
Source: Den of Geek

domain: news


By Alex Zimmerman, Chalkbeat and Yoav Gonen, THE CITY
The city’s special education complaint system is buckling under a glut of unresolved cases, with delays routinely violating students’ civil rights, according to a new class action lawsuit.
The city and state education departments — which both have roles overseeing the complaint system — have “acted with deliberate or reckless indifference” to students’ rights, says the federal lawsuit filed Friday by the New York Legal Assistance Group and the law firm Sullivan & Cromwell.
Families whose requests for additional services are denied by schools, or who believe their child’s academic setting is inadequate, have a legal right to file a complaint with the city’s education department, and their cases are required to be resolved within 75 days.
This can include a case where a student isn’t receiving physical therapy sessions that are listed on her Individualized Education Program (a legal document known as an IEP), or a case where parents are seeking tuition reimbursement for a private school because no public schools offer the required services.
The city faces more than 10,000 open complaints, nearly 70% of which have blown past the legal deadline for their resolution, forcing families to wait months or even years before receiving the special education services they’re entitled to, according to the complaint.
“Despite knowing about these delays for years, the defendants have failed to repair [the city education department’s] severely broken hearing system,” the lawsuit says. “The price for this dysfunctional system has been paid by New York’s most vulnerable residents.”
Filed on behalf of five families who have experienced delays, the lawsuit represents an escalation from advocates, who have repeatedly called on city and state officials to take more dramatic action. But despite those pleas — and even a state corrective action plan directed at the city — there are signs that the situation has only become more dire.
The city’s education department has been inundated with a growing number of cases with complaints doubling over the past five years. These challenges are reviewed by an independent hearing officer, under a process that by law is supposed to take no longer than 75 days from the moment a complaint is filed until a decision is issued. But the average amount of time it takes to resolve a case has ballooned to 259 days, a 74% increase since the 2014-15 school year.
Advocates said the delays are especially hard on low-income families, who are unable to pay for services out-of-pocket and hope the city reimburses them later, a common practice among more affluent families.
“They don’t have the money to put up front to get the services, so they’re disadvantaged far worse,” said Nelson Mar, an attorney at Bronx Legal Services, which represents low-income families. “The laws are very clear that this process is supposed to happen quickly. When it doesn’t happen, these children are severely impacted.”
Still, even if a family finally makes it to a hearing — and wins — the education department routinely continues to delay services, a practice that is the subject of a separate legal complaint.
“Every step in the process really is broken,” said Rebecca Shore, the litigation director for Advocates for Children.


text:
Naked woman in basement assaults medic, officer
The woman kicked a medic as she was being transported by ambulance, and is undergoing a mental evaluation at a hospital
WICHITA, Kan. — A 36-year-old woman believed to be under the influence of drugs kicked a paramedic as she was being transported by ambulance, and headbutted and kicked an officer, tearing his uniform, Kake.com reports.
Responding to a disturbance with a weapon call, the officer found a naked woman in the basement at a residence in southeast Wichita. She became verbally abusive and said she wanted to kill someone as she tried to climb into the ceiling, according to police.
She was taken into custody and brought to a hospital for a mental evaluation. She could face charges when she’s released.

domain: sociology


text:
Using Carrots to Bring Peace? Negotiation and Third Party Involvement
How can peace be brokered between warring sides in conflicts over self-determination and what roles do external third parties play? This book is the first of its kind to thoroughly explore the effectiveness of aid conditionality and other external tools that third parties — from states and regional organizations to NGOs — bring to the table in peace negotiations. Surveying the existing academic debate on incentives and peace conditionality, the author first identifies the gaps between theory and the needs of third party mediators and facilitators. Analysing in depth the negotiation processes in Sri Lanka (Eelam), Indonesia (Aceh), and the Philippines (Mindanao) as case studies, policy tools likely to be most effective are then identified and policy recommendations developed. This book is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners alike.
Three Decades of India’s Eastward Engagement: China’s Perceptions and Responses
Abstract: This issue brief looks into China’s perceptions and responses to India’s Act East Policy. It argues that China sees India’s Act East Policy in three phases – the first […]
Quad 4.0? To Securitize or Not to Securitize
From an ad-hoc body that emerged to coordinate a response to a devastating tsunami in 2004, the Quad has grown into a critical and formalized framework with a practical agenda. […]
West Asian minilateral geometry and India: Will I2-U2 usher the elusive peace?
Introduction: In April, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Thani Al Zeyoudi, announced that the recently concluded free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the […]
India and the Persian Gulf: Bilateralism, Regional Security and the China Factor
Abstract: This issue brief discusses how regional security in the Persian Gulf is vital for the international oil and gas market, and maritime security in the western Indian Ocean. For […]

domain: library


text:
Serious about excellent, global services?
We're a leading network of Audit, Tax and Advisory firms.
For most medium-sized accounting and advisory firms, achieving goals and growth is no easy feat, especially in the early days.
In our experience, a major cause of failure is a lack of support and limited knowledge in unfamiliar areas. At Parker Russell International we offer our members the chance to draw upon decades of experience from other firms around the world.
Services we offer
Parker Russell International’s Assurance and Advisory Services help organizations and individuals achieve their objectives and succeed in the new economy through measuring performance, managing risks, and leveraging knowledge.
Our independence leaves us free to consider a broader range of financing options rather than favouring one product, market or bank. Our structuring skills help you obtain the most cost-effective financing for your needs.
If you’re building or repairing a business, you’re making deals worth millions of dollars and putting the fortunes of stakeholders on the line. Whatever your stake — CEO, creditor, shareholder — you need to know what to hold out for and what you can give away.
Industries we support
Why choose Parker Russell?
We provide client service that can’t be matched, by providing international experience with a personal touch. Find out more about us
Parker Russell International Limited has strengthened its UK coverage with the admission of MCA Group as a member firm in England with effective from 28 November 2018.
Parker Russell International Limited has strengthened its global coverage with the admission of OA Assurance PAC on the 11 October 2018
Parker Russell International has strengthened its UK coverage with the admission of RPG Crouch Chapman LLP Chartered Accountants as a member firm in England with effective from 25 May 2018.
View the locations and contact information for over 50 international offices
Comparing business regulations, overviews, reports and insights. Click below to find out more
Download the latest Parker Russell studies and tax compliance reports.
Parker Russell International Limited is a company limited by guarantee and incorporated in England and Wales. The company registration number is 4861541. The registered office is Level 30, The Leadenhall Building, 122 Leadenhall Street, City of London, London EC3V 4AB , United Kingdom. Parker Russell International Limited is subject to English Law.

domain: finance


text:
Cold sores, sometimes called oral herpes, are clusters of small, fluid-filled blisters around the mouth that are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). They are generally harmless to you, but easily spread. They can be highly visible and make you want to hide your face so if you have a cold sore, keep your chin up and keep reading for tips!
HSV-1, the virus that cause cold sores, is highly contagious, and that makes cold sores very common. If you struggle with cold sores, you’re not alone and don’t have to be embarrassed. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 67 percent of the global population under the age of 50 has HSV-1. Herpes simplex virus type 2, which is sexually transmitted and causes genital herpes, appears in about 13 percent of the population.
Once you have the virus, anyone who has HSV-1 or HSV-2 is at risk of developing cold sores. However, most infections are asymptomatic so not everyone infected with the virus will have recurring cold sores. When cold sores do present you need to be cautious to keep from spreading the infection.
Stopping the spread
The virus that causes cold sores is transmitted by direct contact (like kissing) and can also be spread through the sharing of items like utensils, razors, or towels. When you have a cold sore be cautious – avoid direct contact and don’t share personal use items. Make sure you’re washing your hands frequently, and refrain from touching the cold sore, as well as your face and eyes.
Most cases of genital herpes are from sexual transmission of HSV-2, but HSV-1 can also cause genital herpes. It can be spread through an open sore if you have oral sex, so you need to abstain until your sore is healed.
Healing the sore
Cold sores are made up of tiny blisters clustered together. Typically, the blisters break and then crust over to form a scab. You should be avoiding any direct contact (including kissing and oral sex) until a scab is fully formed over the sore.
In many cases a cold sore heals within 14 days without treatment, but topical treatments can help promote healing to speed up the process. Talk to your doctor or dermatologist about which over-the-counter treatment would be best for your case. You should make an appointment with your doctor if you feel the sores are severe or recurring very often.
Genital Herpes – CDC Fact Sheet
Cold Sores: Who gets them, and the causes
World Health Organization: Herpes simplex virus

domain: medical


text: “For years, parents and families just like the ones behind me have been under assault. … Politicians have waged war on these families turning their classrooms into political battlefields and descending school districts into utter chaos. Ron DeSantis and other conservative politicians who have passed new laws and changed policies leading to sweeping changes in Florida’s public schools. Tatiana Quiroga, executive director or Come Out With Pride, shared the years-long fertility journey she and her wife went through to have their two children and said LGBTQ+ families deserve to have their voices heard too. “When they are mobilized, informed, and empowered, families will chart the path toward a better Florida,” Wolf said.

domain: politics


Save 25%, Apply coupon code SCHAND25 during checkout
About the Author
Dr Sadhu Singh :-
He is Former Director (Colleges) Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar. Before that he was Professor and Head, Mechanical Engineering Department and Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar (Uttarakhand). He has published more than 50 research papers in national and international journals of repute. He is B.Sc. (Mechanical Engineering with Hons.) from Punjab University, Chandigarh; M.Sc. (Mechanical Design and Production Engineering) and Ph.D. from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. His teaching experience spans 15 years at Reginal Engineering College (now NIT), Kurukshetra and 19 Years at Pantnagar University. He is the author of many textbooks on Mechanical Engineering.
About the Book
Handbook of Mechanical Engineering is a comprehensive text for the students of B.E./B.Tech. and the candidates preparing for various competitive examination like IES/IFS/ GATE State Services and competitive tests conducted by public and private sector organization for selecting apprentice engineers.
• Adequate Coverage: Divided into 5 major parts, it covers every aspect of Mechanical Engineering.
• Pedagogically strong (Part-VI):
o 600 Solved Examples
o 4200 MCQs with Explanatory Notes
o 500 Assertion and Reason Questions
o 550 Short Answer Questions
Table of Content
Part-I: Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Mathematics, Part-II: Design Engineering • Engineering Mechanics • Strength of Materials • Theory of Machines • Mechanical Vibrations • Design of Machine Elements • Engineering Materials and Material Science, Part-III: Production Engineering • Metal Casting Processes • Fabrication Processes • Metal Forming Processes • Machining and Machine Tool Operations • Tool Engineering • Metrology and Inspection, Part-IV: Industrial Engineering • Work Study • Production Planning and Control • Inventory Control • Operations Research, Part-V: Thermal Engineering • Fluid Mechanics • Fluid Machinery • Thermodynamics • Internal Combustion Engines • Power Plant Engineering • Turbo Machinery • Heat and Mass Transfer • Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning


Transformer - Hammond, Universal Single Ended, 25 W, 100 mA max DC bias
- Designed for general purpose or replacement use (not Hi-Fi), in single ended, tube output circuits.
- Frequency response: 100 Hz. - 15 Khz at full rated power (+/- 1db max. - ref. 1 Khz).
- For full frequency response (20 Hz. to 20 Khz.) - see our 1627-1642 series.
- For push-pull output use, see our 125 series.
- Open style with minimum 12" long primary & secondary leads.
- All sizes use butt stacked cores (using 29M6 steel) with an air gap, to reduce D.C. core saturation.
- Primary impedance range from 2,500 to 10,000 Ohms.
- Secondary impedance range from 4 to 32 Ohms.


In 2014, the music industry experienced an unprecedented crisis. World-wide music sales plummeted to 14 billion dollars, 11 billion less than in 1999. In the past, the biggest threats to music sales were bootlegs and radio recordings. Today, it's the internet. There used to be a time when users could simply search for "top 100 charts download" online and find a dozen sites with downloadable songs. But with €10 music flat rates and giant song collections, music streaming has slowly taken over the market. So can it save the industry, as many believe?
Recently, I got a new cellphone to review. After I had gone through a couple of its features, I accessed the front camera and took a selfie. When I saw the result, I couldn't believe my eyes. I looked like, well, a buttermilk biscuit with eyes. Was the camera broken? Had a co-worker played a trick on me and spread butter over the lens? Nope, it was the beauty filter, enabled by default. Had I asked for it? No. Do I look better as a nebulous figure? Maybe, on Halloween. There's a bigger issue here, though.
In the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, two men are nearly beaten to death by an angry mob, in Brazil, made-up news are used to massively influence voters and German kids are living in fear of a monster - all because of WhatsApp. What sounds like a mediocre science fiction novel has now become a reality. The popular messenger is no longer just a messenger but a news platform that spreads fear, prejudice and hatred to millions, leaving its owners wondering how put the genie back in the bottle.
Many stereotypes fall apart on closer inspection. One is that young folks who grew up with technology must have mastered it while, in contrast, elders are believed more likely to break something when having to install, say, a graphics driver. But is that really true? I beg to differ! A recent study from Microsoft found users under 40 easily fall prey to fraudulent calls and emails, no surprise there, but how can you grow up with technology and still be an amateur at it?
When I recently helped a friend with his PC, I found he had Office 365, Netflix and the current Photoshop on his machine - and he talked about his leased car. As I looked around, I saw no DVD player and no books even though he's a total media junkie. When asked about it, he remarked owning stuff was so yesterday and that he'd rely on streaming, renting or subscriptions for his entertainment needs. This would also make moving homes a lot less stressful. Is this the end of ownership?


text:
Caesars Palace Dubai is a luxurious 5 star hotel nestled on Bluewaters, one of Dubai’s most sought after island oasis. This hotel features world class dining, iconic hospitality and excellent entertainment/activities. Caesars Palace Dubai is connected to the mainland via a pedestrian bridge, surrounded by waters of the Persian Gulf, Palm Jumeirah on one side and Dubai’s skyline on the other.
Dubai Mall and the infamous Burj Khalifa are both a short 20 minute drive from the hotel. The 265 metre pedestrian bridge takes you from the hotel right to The Beach at JBR, perfect for those looking to relax on the beach. Dubai International Airport is approximately 31km from Caesars Palace Dubai.
Caesars Palace Dubai has one main focus, relaxation. A visit to Qua Spa is a must. If you have had a long day working, head to the spa to de-stress for a few hours.The therapists here take a holistic approach to enhance the emotional and physical balance of the mind, body and soul. There are many different treatments to choose from at Qua Spa. Try one of the signature experiences like the Detox Dome with exfoliation, body mask and massage, Arabian Gold with Five element massage combined with Golden facial or Palatial Asian Quartz with warming muscle melt balm to ease aching muscles with a massage and a Rose Quartz roller.
The spa offers a variety of other treatments including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, mens treatments as well as treatments in the comfort of your cabana or sun lounger by the pool.
The hotel has a 500 metre stretch of private beach, a swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers, parasols and cabanas and a fitness centre with state of the art equipment. For the younger travellers there is a club to enjoy and tennis courts.
Caesars Palace Dubai has plenty of dining options to choose from, whether it’s a light bite or an a la carte menu, the choices are endless. Gordon Ramsey’s world famous Hell’s Kitchen is here serving world class signature dishes. Demon Duck in the new signature Chinese restaurant by Three Michelin starred Chef Alvin Leung. Takahisa is the perfect place to enjoy authentic sushi and the best beef wagyu in the world.
Venus Ristorante serves Italian dishes inspired by the Amalfi Coast. Satisfy your French cravings at Bacchanal, serving indulgent dishes. Fortuna Pool & Beach serves a variety of snacks, sandwiches, pizzas and salads during the day. Cove Beach is an international restaurant located on a stunning oasis surrounded by 3 pools and the Rose Lounge.

domain: travel


All cricket lovers in India have definitely thought about who's better between Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. In this article we shall help you out with exactly that. Read this article to get a detailed comparison of statistics between King Kohli and Master Blaster Sachin.
Fan of classy Rohit Sharma and his strokes? Know the detail of his journey as a cricketer and a responsible human being with the things he did for the environment and made the country feel proud throughout.
Learn everything about ICC ODI Team Rankings and how they are calculated for Men's & Women's One Day Team and the Latest ODI Cricket Ranking
England is one of the most competitive cricket playing nations in the world. In this article, we shall look at the number 1 ranked ODI team, the England Cricket Team, in detail, and also look at their match records, players, achievements, and more.
If you are a cricket fan this article is just for you. Read this article to know more about the Windies, the West Indies Cricket Team, players, match statistics, cricket board and much more.
Know how your favorite teams lead the T20 Table, and how many countries participate in this ranking system and how they manage to keep their spot on the ICC T20 Ranking.
If you are a cricket lover you have definitely heard of the term Invincibles. Well that isn't any miscommunication but its the term given to one such cricketing nation that has been at the top of the game for a really long time. This team is none other than the Australia National Cricket Team. Read this article to know more about the Australian national team and its players.
Read everything about test cricket, it's ranking procedures and the latest standings of various teams. With a newly introduced tournament of 2 years.
Diehard supporters of the Men in Blue? Then this is just the article for you. Read about the history behind the national cricket team, the governing body, squad list, jerseys and much more
Crazy About Cricket? Here is an article about India most prestigious T20 League, The Indian Premier League. In this article read about its formation. format, player auctions, awards and also the major controversies that have been a part of the IPL.


text:
Greetings and welcome to the very first edition of Dex’s IMHO: Random Thoughts and Violent Bastardry , the first multi-site fan-fiction review column. Thanks to the overwhelmingly positive response that I received on my Reader Raves, it convinced me to expand to the whole community. A few thanks before we jump into this column. The lovely graphic button which you used to get here was designed by the talented and wonderful Kielle. Thanks to Kielle, Mirage, Jelpy, Luba Kmetyk, Lori McDonald, Mookster and Min, and to those who keep producing high quality fiction for me to review. With luck this column will be bi-monthly, presenting not only new pieces, but author retrospectives, theme reviews and the occasional interview. Welcome to the ride, kids, and keep your arms inside the column at all times...
It’s been a dreary few weeks here in Canada. Rain and wind and the cold have been the de rigeur for the last while, and the madness of exams and the final few weeks of college have teamed up to give the place all the cheerfulness and energy of a tomb. However, the bustling on-line community has not been dampened by the gloom of the April showers. With furious energy, the on-line writers have seen the creation of some exceptional pieces, and some very interesting experimentation. We have seen Lori McDonald’s return to fan-fiction, the attempted legitimization of Andrew Vincent’s saga, X and the creation of one of the largest and most riotous parties ever in the self-insertion bonanza round robin, Blues Night. The apparent rejuvenation of the X-titles has brought even more people into the community, and quite a few new writers of talent. Welcome to interesting times...
Indigo is a new writer to the world of fan-fiction, yet has entered with an explosive range of works. Her intelligent and creative plots and twists have gained a great deal of attention in a relatively short time, and her professionalism is both known and respected. Stories From The Field or "Things That Go SNAP!" is a brilliant portrayal of the fringe which would surely accompany mutants and villains in a world where they exist. The main character, a slightly unscrupulous photo-journalist, is deftly and sympathetically written. He is neither hero or villain, merely human in emotions and beliefs. He has a grudging respect for the mutants he risks his life to capture on film. Run-ins with Havok, Rogue and others have given him broken bones, long hospital stays, and the most impressive portfolio of pictures of SPB’s in his field. The writing is crisp and flowing, a first person look into a world watching the conflicts of mutants and humans. The subjects of the journalist are portrayed in a quick but careful manner, natural reactions to their situations and personalities. An entertaining view of the forgotten areas of the world of the X-Universe.
And After The Battle by Alara Rogers is a story about... take a guess... Magneto. Nearly got you there. Alara has on many occasions proven her abilities in characterization and pacing, yet in no other work does it gel as effectively is it does in And After The Battle. Joseph, largely considered one of the great mistakes of Lobdell’s run gains a respectability and personality in this story far surpassed anything in the comic. The setting is Joseph’s private thoughts following the victory over the Phalanx, during the victory celebration with the Shi’ar. Joseph is both disturbed by the party and his reactions during the battle. Reflection is the main theme, artfully describing the rage and pain which seized Joseph during the battle. His reactions to Rogue and the aliens around him are just as effective, a sense of loss and pain during a victory, the cost of the battle weighing heavily on the young man. The somber pacing and language nicely underscores the sense of uncertain foreboding in the mind of Joseph, and alludes nicely to the future events waiting for him. Remarkable work with a character written off by most as an error.
The leader of the X-Men has had almost as many varying characterizations as Wolverine. Storm is cold, nurturing, obsessive, brilliant, tyrannical, or simply a bitch depending on the story or writer. Rarely is she given the chance of development or introspection which other characters have the advantage of. However, Gates’ touching All My Life is a wonderfully human portrayal of the head of the X-Men. Storm is not only a woman of many depths and levels, but possessing surprising strength and adaptability. Her sudden love affair with a stranger is carefully written to keep things into character, the apparent impetuous behavior not at all out of her personality. It is interesting to see the reactions of the other members of the team to Storm’s sudden affair, running from wicked approval by Jean to protective fatherliness from Gambit. The Gambit/Storm connection is nicely carried through out the work, the bond formed during his rescue of the girl carrying through to the adult version. In a charming scene, Gambit confronts Storm about her ‘wild ways’ all of a sudden. Funny and touching in turn, and highly interesting.
Alternate X-stories are one of the most appealing lures of fan-fiction, since they allow the writer to explore fully the world of ‘What If?’. Small changes, tiny variations are the catalyst to cause massive disruptions in the established time stream. So, what if Warren Worthington the Third married his love, Candy Southern and left the X-Men? That is the premise of Tangerine’s piece, Broken Wings. This harsh work deals with the brutality of spousal abuse, in the reverse of the norm. Warren, older and independent of the X-Men, comes back for a visit with his wife. It does not take long for the members of the X-Men to discover that Warren is suffering horrible mental and physical abuse at the hands of Candy. The characters are extremely well written, Tangerine’s abilities in empathic description shining at the top of their form. Betsy is the unknown element in this work, appearing on the fringes for most of the story, until coming into the center of focus with the removal of Candy. The descriptions of Warren’s brutalized wings are perhaps the most frighteningly graphic and shocking. The idea of the giant, white wings torn and bent, bloody and broken is both fascinating and appalling in the extreme. Tangerine nicely dovetails the recovery of Warren with the blooming relationship between him and Betsy, creating a mood of trust and deep understanding between the two. Compelling work, if more then somewhat disturbing.
Dandelion jumped the gun slightly on the Kitty/Pete breakup and produced the humourous and touching work, Love Affairs Are Horrible. In one of the dark corners of Casablanca, two jilted lovers sit and commiserate their lost passions over a great deal of alcohol. Pete Wisdom and Gambit are seemingly opposites, yet it quickly becomes apparent that have both not only shared a remarkable amount of history, but have also been linked by the damaging treatment at the hands of their interests. Surprisingly, Remy is the real gem in this story, both empathic and interesting as he pours his woes on to the hapless Wisdom. The depth of feeling and emotion shows what the character is actually capable of, and the real bitterness at the whole loss of Rogue and the X-Men shows through. Wisdom is equally interesting, if less vocal. The depths of his feelings for Kitty are explored, with honest intensity and the unique Wisdom/Ellis perspective which made the character so appealing. Dandelion makes use of the mystic atmosphere of Morocco to it’s fullest, weaving sensual images of dim doorways, crowded streets and hot winds with the scent of spices and the desert on them. In turns touching, funny, and introspective, it is perhaps one of the best straight character pieces to appear in a while.
And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable
for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body shall be
cast into hell.
Jelpy is without a doubt one of the most skilled writers on the net today. Her understanding and control of layout and pacing is her chief strength, creating the impact and surprise in the piece often with how is it merely presented. Matthew 5:30 is no exception. A chilling piece of work, it showcases Jelpy at her best. The story is an intense look at the mutants who are left behind in the great genetic war. Mutants whose powers are a useless incumbrance to their lives, rather then a gift of power and strength. People who are the target of hatred and lack the ability to defend themselves adequately. It is a first person exploration, written as a memoir of a time in this difficult existence. The piece speaks with glowing terms towards the sacrifice and dreams of more pragmatic idealists who want to protect mutants, yet a dark, uneasy undercurrent runs through the entire piece, sitting at the back of the mind like a silent bomb. The actual conclusions will be left for the reader to make, the judgement of right or wrong settling on their shoulders. A frighteningly possible piece of fiction, with the potential to terrify and educate simultaneously.
Well, another run through the mad observations which are Dex. Feedback is welcomed not only to me, but to the featured writers and works in this column. Just another quick point, if you have a burning desire to write a review about a piece, or have a story which you think everyone should know about, I am keeping space open for guest reviews by writers. Please, comic fan-fiction only. Ergo, if you have a piece you feel I should take a look at, feel free to contact me with the name, author and location. I won’t promise to review it, but I’ll at least take a look. And, most unlikely of all, if anyone feels the need to review my work, I suppose I could find room to slip it in. Anyhow, a fruitful spring, a happy month and I’ll see you soon, ‘cause you ain’t seen nothin’ yet!

domain: artistic


As usual, the field put on a wonderful display of golf and impressive scoring.
Freddie Buck took the most commanding victory of the day in the 6 & Under Division, with his -3 for 11 holes putting him comfortably ahead of his nearest rivals, Leo Boniface and Markus Karim, who both carded rounds of 50.
Fraser Mackenzie also had a clear victory in the 7-8 Division, as his 43 was four shots clear of Oliver McDonnell in second, with Zahn Bopiah coming home in third after a round of 50.
The result got far closer in the 9-10 Boys Division, as single shots separated each of the top 4 places: Will Mannering headed the field with a total of 56, Ellis Kerr pushed him all the way finishing with a round of 57, and Logan Matthews did the same following Ellis home in third, posting a total of 58. Sapphire Boyce took the gold medal in the girls section with 61.
The 11-12 Division was just as close at the top, as William Bailey and Jayden Phipps went toe-to-toe, with the former coming out on top after a round of 71 (+3) a single shot ahead of Jayden. Theo Morris took the bronze medal following a round of 76.
The Junior Open Division saw just as impressive scoring in both the Gross and Net Divisions: Thomas White’s brilliant -7 deservedly took the Net Division win, but only by a single shot from Alex Dommett-Pelaez, who posted an impressive 63, with Cody Fernandes coming home in third after a 66.
Alex reversed the results in the Gross Section, as his superb 71 (+3) was enough to take the win ahead of Thomas in second after his 77, with Cody completing a familiar Top 3 with his second bronze medal of the day.


text:
Code: AHXKS5 8C
Sold per square meter
Unit is one square meter (First image/s visualise 1sqm layout possibilities)
Approximate Size: Full piece 198 x 96 mm
Approximate Size: Vertically cut piece 198 x 46 mm
Approximate Size: Horizontally cut piece 99 x 96 mm
Packing note: 60 pieces per box, pliz note that each box have around 24 short pieces ( vertically cut halves), 16 thin pieces ( horizontally cut halves) and 40 full pieces.
Coverage: Varied number of tiles per square meter (view above)(25Kg/m2)
Colour Detail: Hand-applied autumn colours.
Note: Due to inherent characteristics of handcrafted ceramic products, size, shape, colour, shade variations, bowing and lateral deformation are normal.
Note: This surface is a Wabi-Sabi edition: Wabi-sabi is the view or thought of finding beauty in every aspect of imperfection in nature. It is about the aesthetic of things in existence, that is “imperfect”.
Wabi-Sabi embraces the inherent defects & characteristics like cracks, bowing and lateral deformation, size and colour differences, and irregular grout lines. Texture plays with the light and shadows resulting in a harmonious installation.

domain: design


Catoosa County asks for help in identifying unknown offenders
January 20, 2022
PRESS RELEASE – The Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office issued the following statement on social media after unknown individuals caused damage to property resulting in severe issues for part of the county.
INFORMATION NEEDED…On the night of 01/14/22, unknown individuals cut sections of fiber optic cable from several telephone poles on Lane Road between Alabama Highway and West Nickajack Road causing television and internet outages in the area.
The pictured cables that were cut had recently been upgraded to fiber optic cables that did not contain copper wire and were left hanging from the poles.
The cut wires hang down causing safety issues for the community.
Based on evidence at the scenes, it appears the offenders are utilizing a “hunting type” tree stand to climb the telephone poles and cut the cables and may possibly live in the immediate area.
Over the past several months, the offenders have cut cables in the area of Lane Road, West Nickajack Road, and Hullender Road to steal copper wire from the cables.
Evidence of the cut wires.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office at (706)935-2424.


text:
Niagara Floodlight Bows
The mist and spray from Niagara falls is famous for creating rainbows. See the bottom of this page for an example.
The bows at left, imaged by atmospheric optics expert Michael Ellestad, are different for they appear to radiate out from lights near the American Falls and are also curiously disjointed.
Appearances deceive. Floodlights behind the camera on the Canadian side are beaming downwards and across the river to light the American Falls. Their light creates the bow fragments and the rays converging to the Falls are in effect antisolar rays or more correctly, 'anti-floodlight' rays.
The bows do not join together smoothly because they are each created by a separate floodlight beam pointing in a different direction. Each fragment therefore has a different centre.
Images ©Michael Ellestad, shown with permission
Proof that separate floodlights create the bows. Here the lights have different colours.
Michael Ellestad has pictured the more familiar bows built of sunshine and Niagara mist.
All is revealed
This picture by
Michiel de Boer shows the banks of floodlights on the Canadian side. Those in the foreground shine on the Canadian Falls. In the background are the beams crossing the river towards the American falls and creating the bow pictured above.


text:
Two weeks after the entire community of Mt Lambert South was flooded when the San Juan River overspilled its banks, scores of residents are yet to move into their homes.
The disaster which struck the community is similar to events which occurred at Greenvale, in La Horquetta South last October.
But the response from Government agencies has been lax. The residents said they were grateful for the help offered by the NGO Habitat for Humanity, and the political representatives for the area.
Guardian Media visited the area to get a first-hand view of the devastation — some were linked to man-made obstructions while others were linked to clogged drains and poor infrastuctural planning.
In one instance, a farmer dug deep into the river bank to lay four-inch PVC pipes to channel water for his farm.
With the river at full capacity on September 22, the pressure sliced through the opening and water gushed into the homes of residents, in some instances through their windows.
After the flood, the farmer filled the 25-foot trench and tried to cover the pipe.
At Savannah Drive, one of the hardest-hit areas, residents lost everything.
Last October, they were among the thousands of citizens across the country who were affected by record flooding and some of them are still recovering from that disaster.
Ralph Humphrey recalled he had just eaten lunch when his wife alerted him that the river was about to breach its bank.
“We had to run for our lives. We lost everything. No one has come to help us,” Humphrey, a taxi-driver, told Guardian Media.
He said he was taking it one day at a time and in the interim was grateful for a temporary shelter for his family of four at a relative’s home.
Close to 800 people were directly affected and according to the local government councillor for the district, Amit Sooknanan more needed to be done urgently to restore the community.
Sooknanan said he had made several reports at the council meeting of the San Juan/Laventille Regional Corporation to help clear the clogged drains but noted that all of the nine backhoes there were not working.
Ashad Mohammed, who operates an auto shop at Savannah Drive was one of the few who escaped the wrath of the flood.
He along with several other residents took Guardian Media on a tour of the district.
He pointed to the missing flood gates to the ravine leading from Bermudez biscuit factory and tyres and even a tree trapped in the opening. He pleaded with authorities to repair the flood gates as he believes that this could help alleviate the flooding in the district.
Another resident, Amer Baldeo, said the force of the water at one bend was so strong it was eroding the bank and soon a bamboo clump can slip into the channel and leave his home vulnerable.
There are several multi-storey apartment complexes to the east, businesses to the south, and acres of farmland where produce such celery, lettuce, and morai were seen recovering from the slush.
Raw sewage was seen flowing directly into an open drain in front one of the apartment complexes which houses 16 separate tenants. Children ran about the yard, seemingly unaware of the potential health hazard.
Some farmers use that same contaminated water for their crops.
Arlene Hernandez, one of the more outspoken residents, pointed out that the drains in the area had not been cleared for years.
She took Guardian Media to a dumping ground where mounds of debris, including broken tiles, concrete, white waste and other material littered the landscape.
She said people also used the desolate area to dump bodies of murder victims in the past.
Callender said the residents cannot take any more and are pleading for help before the next heavy downpour.


text:
Investigators say they found a large knife and the teen’s phone at the scene. And on the phone was a photo of the suspect.
A 29-year-old man who was intoxicated came home and started cooking. His 39-year-old brother confronted him and was stabbed Tuesday night.
The Brown County Sheriff’s Department says it is spending more time on cases like this.
Tyler Jochman, 19, was accused of sexually assaulting two girls, ages 15 and 17, at his apartment.
Prokopovitz was last seen at her Pittsfield home April 25, 2013.
No trial date was set. He returns to court Nov. 5 for a status conference, according to online court records.
Investigators say three men were seen near a stabber on Friday night.
Ronald Horan of Wisconsin Rapids was ordered held on $20,000 bond Monday on a charge of second-degree reckless homicide.
MARYSVILLE, Wash. (AP) – Investigators say that a gunman responsible for a shooting at a Washington state high school on Friday invited his …
The fire happened Sunday night at Calumet County Park.

domain: law


text:
Written in EnglishRead online
|Statement||edited by Arthur A. Tilley.|
|The Physical Object|
|Pagination||xix, 456 p. :|
|Number of Pages||456|
Download Medieval France, a companion to French studies
Excerpt from Medieval France: A Companion to French Studies Considerations of space have made short and select biblio graphies imperative, but, as these comprise, whenever possible, works which contain full bibliographies, and also the more important recent authorities, it is hoped that the reader who wishes also to be a student will find his way to the chief sources of by: 2.
Try the new Google Books. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Medieval France: a companion to French studies Arthur Augustus Tilley Limited preview - Medieval France: A Companion to French Studies Arthur Augustus Tilley Snippet view - The aim of this volume is to present to the reader within a moderate compass a survey of the history (political, military, naval, economic), language, literature, and art of Medieval France.
An initial chapter on geography serves as a setting both for this and for the companion volume on Modern France. Medieval France; a companion to French studies Item Preview remove-circle Medieval France; a companion to French studies by Tilley, Arthur Augustus, ed. Publication date HTTP" link in the "View the book" box to the left to find XML files that contain more metadata about the original images and the derived formats (OCR.
Get this from a library. Medieval France, a companion to French studies. [Arthur Augustus Tilley]. Arthur Tilley () was a British linguist and historian specialising in the literature of the French Renaissance.
He was a Fellow of Kings's College, Cambridge, and was appointed Lecturer in French in This edited volume, first published inprovides an overview of changes in French society between and Arthur Tilley (–) was a British linguist and historian specialising in the literature of the French Renaissance.
He was a Fellow of Kings's College, Cambridge, and was appointed Lecturer in French in This edited volume, first published inprovides an overview of changes in French society between and An illustration of an open book.
Books. An illustration of two cells of a film strip. Video. An illustration of an audio speaker. Audio. An illustration of a " floppy disk. Modern France: a companion to French studies by Tilley, Arthur Augustus, Publication date Topics. (shelved Medieval France time as medieval-france) avg rating —ratings — published Want to Read saving.
Marie de France is the author of some of the most influential and important works to survive from the middle ages; arguably best-known for her Lais, she also translated Aesop's Fables (the Ysopë), and wrote the Espurgatoire seint Patriz (St Patrick's Purgatory), based on a Latin text.
The aim of this Companion is both to provide information on what can be gleaned of her life, and on her. Medieval France: A Companion to French Studies By Arthur Tilley University Press, Read preview Overview Mastering the Marketplace: Popular Literature in Nineteenth-Century France By Anne O’Neil-Henry University of Nebraska Press, Centre of East Anglian Studies; Companion Guides; This book analyses the developing publication practices associated with French Grail literature in medieval and Renaissance France.
Arguing for pre-print book production as constituting an early incarnation of a publishing trade, it discusses such matters as the disclosure of authorship and. This excellent publication buzzes with the vibrancy of literary texts themselves and the vitality of current scholarship in the field.
Energetically written ess. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Medieval France France: A Companion to French Studies (Classic Reprint) at Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users/5(2). A A companion to French studies book to the Medieval World is a valuable reference book for students engaged in medieval studies at honours or postgraduate level seeking in-depth information on sources for essays and theses.
French Studies, Vol. LXI, No. 3, – REVIEWS Medieval Boundaries: Rethinking Difference in Old French SHARON KINOSHITA. Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania Press, viii þ pp.
Hb £;$ This book starts with the observation that many of Old French literature’s greatest works are set on, or beyond, the borders of the French-speaking world. Jennifer Bain, Ph.D. () in Music Theory, Stony Brook University, is Chair of the Department of Music at Dalhousie has published widely on medieval music, recently editing a special issue of the Journal of Music Theory.
Deborah McGrady, Ph.D. () in French, University of California, Santa Barbara, is Chair of the Department of French at the University of Virginia. The Song of Roland functions as what Pierre Nora terms a lieu de mémoire: 'any significant entity, whether material or non-material in nature, which by dint of human will or the work of time has become a symbolic element of the memorial heritage of any community (in this case, the French community)'.Nineteenth-century antiquarians seeking a national epic which would be to France what.
The Cambridge companion to French literature / Published: () Culinary comedy in medieval French literature / by: Gordon, Sarah, Published: ().
A former director of the French Center for Ethiopian Studies (CFEE) in Addis Ababa, he has written articles and books on medieval Christian and Islamicate Ethiopia.
Gianfrancesco Lusini Ph.D. () is Professor of Gǝʿǝz and Amharic and of Ethiopian-Eritrean. Medieval France: a companion to French studies 4/ 5 The classical movement in French literature, traced by a series of texts selected and edited by H.F.
Stewart and Arthur Tilley. Book Description: Translation played an essential role throughout the Middle Ages, bridging the gap between literate and lay, and enabling intercourse between languages in multi-lingual Europe.
Medieval translation was extremely diverse, ranging from the literality and Latinity of legal documents to the free adaptation of courtly romance.
A Companion to Marie de France (Leiden; Boston: Brill, ) Glyn S Burgess, The Lais of Marie de France: text and context (Manchester: Manchester University Press, ) Christine de Pizan, Le Livre de la cité des dames. My research focuses primarily on the French Middle Ages. I have published on gender and sexuality in medieval romance and in the area of animal studies, and I have also written on medieval narratives more generally.
My most recent book is In the Skin of a Beast: Sovereignty and Animality in Medieval France (University of Chicago Press, ). Dictionary of medieval French literature and medieval French authors. Entries are brief and provide some basic bibliographic information. Material is not limited to France.
It contains entries of major works and authors from other countries (e.g. Chaucer). Still, a good place to begin research if looking for a general overview on medieval. A Companion to Wace A Companion to Wace Kelly, Douglas French Studies, Vol. LXI, No. 2, – REVIEWS Feuding and Peace-Making in Eleventh-Century HEN D.
WHITE. Aldershot, Ashgate, xii þ pp. Hb £ It is always useful to have the articles of a distinguished scholar collected together in an easily accessible form, and this. "Even so, A Companion to Arthurian Literature is without a doubt a very useful collection of essays with up-to-date guides for reading and a bibliography that students and non-specialists will find very handy." (Besprechungen, 1 January ) "This is a volume which will be of particular use to students and scholars of English-though it will be equally useful, no doubt, to readers from other.
The Roman de la Rose Digital Library is a joint project of the Sheridan Libraries of Johns Hopkins University and the Bibliothèque nationale de France.
The creation of this resource and the digitization of manuscripts from the BnF was made possible by generous. Gilles de Rais (date of birth unknown, not earlier than – 26 October ), Baron de Rais (French:), was a knight and lord from Brittany, Anjou and Poitou, a leader in the French army, and a companion-in-arms of Joan of is best known for his reputation and later conviction as a confessed serial killer of children.
A member of the House of Montmorency-Laval, Gilles de Rais grew. Marie de France book. Read 2 reviews from the world's largest community for readers.
Marie de France is the author of some of the most influential and im /5(2). The Cambridge Companion To Medieval French Literature On medieval french literature encompasses years of literary output in old and middle french mostly produced in northern france and england these texts including courtly lyrics prose and verse romances current slide of total slides best selling in non fiction books camps The Cambridge.
In the field of Old French Literature, I have co-authored books on Chretien de Troyes and Marie de France. InI published a new translation of Marco Polo's Description of the World and am currently working on a companion volume tentative entitled. Inspired by all of the end-of-the-year lists for this and that, particularly one in The Independent entitled “Professors at America’s elite colleges pick one book every student should read in ,” I decided to ask medievalists from around the world (and not only at “elite” colleges, whatever that means) to compile our own list of must-read medieval studies books for students.
Marie de France, renowned female French poet who wrote for the Norman-ruled British court in the 12th Century. The “Lais” of Marie de France, a verse translation into English of 8 of the Lais by Judith P.
Shoaf, copyrighted (). Rabelais and Montaigne, Moliere and Racine, Stendhal and Proust--the literature of France boasts a long and glorious tradition. The New Oxford Companion to Literature in French - Peter France - Oxford University Press.
A Companion to Medieval English Literature and Culture, cc challenges readers to think beyond a narrowly defined canon and conventional disciplinary boundaries. A ground-breaking collection of newly-commissioned essays on medieval literature and culture. Encourages students to think beyond a narrowly defined canon and conventional disciplinary boundaries.
Madness In Medieval French Literature Madness In Medieval French Literature by Sylvia Huot. Download it Madness In Medieval French Literature books also available in PDF, EPUB, and Mobi Format for read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets.
"This new book, from one of the leading critics in medieval studies, ties in with contemporary interest in the politics of identity, and literary. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Music Ser.: A Critical Companion to Medieval Motets (, Hardcover) at the best online prices at eBay.
Free shipping for many products. Old French (franceis, françois, romanz; Modern French: ancien français) was the language spoken in Northern France from the 8th century to the 14th the 14th century, these dialects came to be collectively known as the langue d'oïl, contrasting with the langue d'oc or Occitan language in the south of France.
The midth century is taken as the transitional period to Middle French. A Critical Companion to Medieval Motets May 10 black and white, 3 line illustrations pages 24x17 cm Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Music Boydell Press.
Music and Poetry in the Middle Ages: A Guide to Research on French and Occitan Song, by Margaret Louise Switten Publication Date: Courtly Love Songs of Medieval France by Mary J. .The Department of French & Italian Studies invites you to read our Anti-Racism Statement.
The French & Italian Studies main office has moved online and staff are teleworking. Please email [email protected] or call for information. For students needing advising, please contact the Humanities Academic Services Center at [email protected] Gab as a Latent Genre in Medieval French Literature: Drinking and Boasting in the Middle Ages.
Medieval Academy Books ; No. Cambridge Mass.: Medieval Academy of America, In Dartmouth Library: Baker Berry PQB63 G75 Gyug, Richard, ed. Medieval Cultures in Contact. New York: Fordham University Press,


text:
This article was originally written on Tuesday morning, before MK Dons beat Cambridge City to set up an FA Cup tie with AFC Wimbledon...
"I bet you're bored of it, but can you do us a piece"...Damn square I'm bored of it. It being AFC Wimbledon, a club I helped form and follow with absolute pride, potentially playing a club formed by a businessman (debatable how proficient if you look hard enough) who'd trawled about looking for a dying bride to whisk off to Milton Keynes to fulfil a "birthright". Why so bored? Because there's only so much time anyone can spend trying to come to a viewpoint before giving up when there are so many good arguments either side of the topic.
My first reaction was the typing equivalent of a man so angry he was almost punching the keys hoping the words "f*ck them and f*ck off" came out ("It's like being asked out for dinner with the ex-con who raped and killed your wife" was one phrase I managed to get out). Time is no healer for the wrong done to my football club. If you read this and truly love your own chosen club you'll appreciate that. Last minute defeats do not wane as sand trips through the hourglass, they merely become legend. The feelings that accompany such loss become hardened like crystal and remain only too real. Open wound? You got it.
The last time "the match everyone wants to see" almost happened "that lot" got knocked out. The internal dialogue was put to rest before we played our match that would set it up. Relief for every Wimbledon fan I knew. Even the ones suggesting they'd go failed to really convince. Given a choice, we'd all, seemingly, rather they just didn't exist.
This time, a team on the back of three away matches in a row including York (cup) Exeter (league) and York (league) triumphed in our replay. What is guaranteed to be a televised clash to the rest of the expectant world nudged closer than it had ever been.
My biggest fear over the fixture was civil war but despite an amazingly disparate set of opinions the respect for everyone's view has been startling. I've not read or heard one fan chastise another for opposing opinion and I've not even witnessed anyone attempt to convert anyone. As a friend put it to me, "you don't go around telling others how to deal with grief".
So, will I go? How do I feel?
Part two is easy. I f*cking despise what they did, what the FA allowed them to do and I hope their whole Stepford Wives plastic 'football club' drops into debt and dissolution and just f*cks right off never to rear it's bent ugly head ever again.
Will I go? Yesterday no, tonight yes, tomorrow, who knows?
I don't want to legitimise them, I don't want to not follow my team (they tried stopping me ever watching football again and failed so why should they win this time?). I want to be defiant but I also want to non-comply (hell, I avoided South African fruit for f*cking years and that may have been massively futile in the grand scheme, missing a football match is surely doable and easy to expect to have some impact). Then there's the countless sets of fans who never went there and watched AFC Wimbledon instead (Millwall fans who attended one of our matches same day they were up there spring instantly to mind).
My 17 year old son who has seen 10 remarkable years as a Wimbledon supporter wants to go, in his words "I can't see why I wouldn't". I happen to fear being banged up following a yellow and blue mist descending at the first sign of provocation so I've already got my starter for ten even ignoring the whole "give them money" "legitimise them as a proper club" baggage.
Just as I think I have my feelings nailed, go, stand proud, f*ck off home for tea, Wimbledon supporter and ex-playing legend Chris Perry pops up on Twitter with "Great result for Neal Ardley and the Wombles tonight! Lets hope Cambridge City can knock out the team that shouldn't exist" and I'm all over the place again. So yes, as the boy Perry so rightly says, Come On Cambridge, do us Wimbledon fans a massive favour, even if that'll disappoint the baying crowd desperate for what they see as a grudge match of the decade. I'd rather this be a fixture no one ever has to play, let alone my team.

domain: sports


text:
1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER,A landmark volume in science writing by one of the great minds of our time, Stephen Hawking???s book explores such profound questions as: How did the universe begin???and what made its start possible? Does time always flow forward? Is the universe unending???or are there boundaries? Are there other dimensions in space? What will happen when it all ends?,Told in language we all can understand, A Brief History of Time plunges into the exotic realms of black holes and quarks, of antimatter and ???arrows of time,??? of the big bang and a bigger God???where the possibilities are wondrous and unexpected. With exciting images and profound imagination, Stephen Hawking brings us closer to the ultimate secrets at the very heart of creation.
Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity leads to two remarkable predictions: first, that the ultimate destiny of many massive stars is to undergo gravitational collapse and to disappear from view, leaving behind a ‘black hole’ in space; and secondly, that there will exist singularities in space-time itself. These singularities are places where space-time begins or ends, and the presently known laws of physics break down. They will occur inside black holes, and in the past are what might be construed as the beginning of the universe. To show how these predictions arise, the authors discuss the General Theory of Relativity in the large.,Starting with a precise formulation of the theory and an account of the necessary background of differential geometry, the significance of space-time curvature is discussed and the global properties of a number of exact solutions of Einstein’s field equations are examined. The theory of the causal structure of a general space-time is developed, and is used to study black holes and to prove a number of theorems establishing the inevitability of singularities under certain conditions. These conditions are shown to be satisfied in the vicinity of stars of more than twice the solar mass near the endpoint of their nuclear evolution, and in a time-reversed sense for the universe as a whole. In the first case, the singularity in our past. A discussion of the Cauchy problem for General Relativity is also included in the book.


text:
The European University at St. Petersburg, Medical Institute named after Berezin Sergey and Tarusa hospital conducted two observational studies to assess the effectiveness of vaccination against symptomatic infection caused by the Delta variant in St. Petersburg.
The effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccination
Sputnik V protects against lung damage caused by the Delta and Omicron strains
"Sputnik V" protects against the delta variant of SARS-CoV-2: results of an independent study
The material based on the results of the preprint on the study of the effectiveness of vaccination is published in Science
COVID-19 vaccines protect against hospital admission and severe lung injury — real-world evidence from St. Petersburg, Russia
Gam-COVID-Vac, EpiVacCorona, and CoviVac effectiveness against lung injury during Delta and Omicron variant surges in St. Petersburg, Russia: a test-negative case–control study
Monitoring vaccine effectiveness (VE) remains a priority for epidemiological research throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. VE against infection declines with the emergence of new SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOC), but VE against the severe disease remains high. Therefore, we aimed to estimate the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines used in Russia against lung injury during Delta and Omicron VOC surges.
COVID-19 vaccines effectiveness against symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 during Delta variant surge: a preliminary assessment from a case-control study in St. Petersburg, Russia
No studies estimated vaccine effectiveness of Gam-COVID-Vac and other vaccines used in Russia against symptomatic infection with Delta variant. In this population-based case-control study, the authors aimed to estimate the effectiveness of the Russian COVID-19 vaccines against symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 during the recent outbreak caused by the Delta VOC in October 2021 in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Vaccine effectiveness against referral to hospital after SARS-CoV-2 infection in St. Petersburg, Russia, during the Delta variant surge: a test-negative case-control study
The results of a randomised trial showed the safety and efficacy of Gam-COVID-Vac against COVID-19. However, compared to other vaccines used across the globe, the real-world data on the effectiveness of Gam-COVID-Vac, especially against the disease caused by the Delta variant of concern, was limited. The authors aimed to assess the effectiveness of vaccination mainly conducted with Gam-COVID-Vac in St. Petersburg, Russia. They estimated the vaccine effectiveness against referral for hospital admission, COVID-19-related lung injury assessed with LDCT, and decline in oxygen saturation.


text:
How can websites possibly keep up with the millions of screens out there?
The short answer is they can’t. And never will be able to.
So how does a web page adapt responsively to the needs of a computer screen versus an iPad or Blackberry screen?
One of the best ways is through technique called responsive web design.
Responsive web design uses a separate set of files called CSS media queries to serve different style properties depending on the screen size, orientation, resolution, color capability and other characteristics of the user’s device.
Using the responsive web design approach, a web page can adjust itself on the device it’s being displayed on. Thus being fluid on most all devices that have internet access.Share


text:
On February 16, the German act Oomph! gave its first concert with the Ukrainian Symphony Orchestra in Kyiv. That evening, the band presented its main hits in new arrangements. Noizr Zine’s team visited the gig and is ready to share its impressions of the past event.
Combining symphonies with rock or metal music is nothing new. In addition to numerous live performances, many bands have long and successfully insert elements of the orchestral classical music into their compositions, thus giving life to new subgenres, for example, symphonic metal. When creating a song from scratch, it is much easier to adjust the composition to the features of the orchestra. Another thing is to write new arrangements for ready-made songs so that they sound harmoniously in a duet with classical instruments. And the German rock band Oomph! last Saturday actually showed that this task was within their power. Probably, that was possible because of endless experiments with the sound, which the musicians carried out throughout their 30-year career. But in the end, the most famous hits of the group received a second wind, picked up by the strings, brass and drums of the grand orchestra.
The concert began with a decent almost hourly delay. At first, the musicians of the orchestra, its conductor, and then Oomph! members came to the stage, whom the public met with applause and cheers. Oomph! musicians, dressed in classic costumes to match the event, nevertheless were not in any way constrained by their outfit — they jumped, moved around the stage cheerfully, and generally behaved very lively, inspiring the auditory with their positive irrepressible energy.
After each composition, the band’s frontman Dero Goi bowed to the conductor and his orchestra, not forgetting to actively interact with the public during the breaks between songs — expressing his gratitude and entertaining the audience with funny comments and jokes.
The hall of the October Palace allowed listeners to enjoy every single instrument of the orchestra and Dero Goi’s voice — everything was heard just fine even in the most remote areas of the balconies, which, unfortunately, could not be said about electric guitars that were most often lost in the mix because of what they were clearly heard only a few times per concert.
In general, the show was held with incredible dedication of musicians — both members of the orchestra, and the band’s members. Oomph!, who repeatedly performed in Ukraine, seemed to feel very comfortable and freely in front of their familiar public. And the audience, judging by the people’s reactions and following reviews on the Internet, was incredibly pleased with an exclusive band’s show, performed in Ukraine for the first time.
- Träumst Du
- Jede Reise hat ein Ende
- Auf Kurs
- Als wärs das letzte Mal
- Unter diesem Mond
- Das Weisse Licht
- Der neue Gott
- Alles aus Liebe
- Jetzt oder nie
- Gott ist ein Popstar
- Augen auf!
- Auf Kurs
Report by Anastezia G.
Photos by Olga Abrisad
Noizr Zine thanks Alena Skulkina for the accreditation


Ohio State reveals salary for new receivers coach Brian Hartline
Ohio State interim wide receivers coach Brian Hartline is contracted to make $105,000 in his new role, a report from the Columbus Dispatch stated on Monday.
Hartline was promoted to wide receivers coach following the firing of Zach Smith, who was a longtime assistant to Urban Meyer. Smith was fired over allegations of domestic violence incidents that occurred in 2009 and 2015.
In addition to the $105,000 salary, Hartline will receive $600 per month in an automobile stipend, as well as six tickets to Ohio State home games. His contract runs through Dec. 31.
This is the first full-time coaching gig for Hartline, who was a program assistant last year. He played at Ohio State in the 2000s and played nine years in the NFL.


In a some what surprising move, Apple enhanced the specs of their white Macbook, the last of the old Macbook line. Processor speed has been increased from 2.0Ghz to 2.13Ghz, RAM speed from 667 MHz to 800 MHz, and lastly increased hard drive capacity from 120GB to 160GB. They’ve also bumped the computer’s battery life to 5 hours while operating wirelessly. And believe it or not, the price remains at $999.
Grew up back East, got sick of the cold and headed West. Since I was small I have been pushing buttons - both electronic and human. With an insatiable need for tech I thought "why not start a blog focusing on technology, and use my dislikes and likes to post on gadgets."


text:
Driver Killed in Clovis Car Accident Identified as Fresno Man, 71
CLOVIS, Calif. (March 3, 2020) — Victor Johanson, 71, of Fresno, was killed and two children survived Saturday in single-vehicle crash in Clovis.
The driver crashed about 5 p.m. for unknown reasons on Minnewawa Avenue between Shaw and Barstow avenues. He was identified by the Fresno County Coroner’s Office.
The two children who were traveling in the vehicle’s backseat survived with undisclosed injuries.
Clovis police responded to the scene, but both children are expected to be okay.
It’s unknown at this time what caused the crash, but a full investigation is underway. The roadway was closed down for several hours.
Johnson Attorneys Group does not represent any of the parties mentioned above; nor is it our intent to represent any of the parties. If you have legal questions or would like to contribute to this story, please contact us.
Latest posts by James Johnson (see all)
- PERRIS: Fatal Pedestrian Accident Ramona Expressway, Bridge Street - September 28, 2020
- SAN JOSE CRASH: Multi-Vehicle Collision 87 Freeway, Curtner Avenue - September 28, 2020
- PETALUMA CRASH: Motorcycle, Cars Collide on Highway 101, Washington Street - September 28, 2020


text:
GPS dog collars provide the dog owner with a sense of security that they will be able to find their dog if he or she wanders off in the neighborhood. The GPS system allows for on the spot information provided to an individual through satellite systems able to pinpoint the location of the receiver.
✅ Best Reviewed Training and Tracking Collar for Beagles
Great tracker – This collar has tracked my husky as she ran off leash while out on hikes. It shows on our phones where she is, when she stops running, when she barks and what path she takes. It is neat to be able to watch the paths she takes when chasing the deer in the woods. It has tracked her over half a mile away. My only comment – which has more to do with my dog than the collar – is that the shocks don’t seem to phase her. I think her fur may be too thick.
✅ Unique Rechargeable Collar for Beagles
Just charge collar every night; works Awesome – The product is awesome; so glad I found this on Amazon. Set your perimeter by GPS Signal to where you want your dog to stay. Our stubborn Golden Retriever now knows her boundaries & stays in our yard! The collar must be charged every night because it’s constantly tracking GPS satellites during the day & runs down the battery. But if you forget to charge overnight it doesn’t take long at all to charge. LOVE THIS WIRELESS FENCE SYSTEM; WELL WORTH EVERY PENNY! Out of 1-10, I’d give it a 10!
✅ Cheap Adjustable Collar for Small and Large Beagles
Strong sturdy collar in a beautiful color – This collar is exactly what we needed for our medium-sized Weimaraner/lab mix. He is practically a contortionist as well as a Houdini and we often came home to find him without a collar on. That was no good because all indentification as well as his microchip info and vaccination tags were attached to his collar so, if he got out, nobody would be able to get him back to us.
This collar is strong and sturdy in materials used and construction. I am especially impressed with the buckle used- he has not been able to get free and I’ve yet to come home and find him collarless! The color is perfect as it is the exact color my daughter picked out to be “Zeus’s color,” aqua.
Uses for the GPS Dog Collar
GPS dog collars provide an invaluable service to pet owners, who normally spend more on their dog’s health than themselves since it is unlikely they get insurance for their dog. GPS dog collars ensure that the pet owner knows where their dog is and keeping track of location is very important to dog owners no matter if they live in the city, country, or suburbs.
Hunters utilize the GPS dog collar to track their dogs in the woods especially tracking dogs that are allowed off leash to track their prey. Hunting dogs are expensive and using a GPS collar allows the hunting professional to ensure that dogs are not lost, stolen or if injured are able to get medical assistance.
Homeowners utilize the GPS dog collars for many of the same reasons, to keep track of pets during those times when it is likely that the animal will get loose and possibly run into traffic or that the dog will get loose and be taken, especially in the case of purebred dogs. The utilization of the equipment is simple and while it is technologically based it is possible to get up and started relatively quickly.
Drawbacks of GPS Collars
One of the drawbacks to the GPS dog collar is the battery life, since it must be charged there may be times in which your pet may not have the collar on. While this may not be an issue for some, week long hunting trips may pose a problem if electricity is not readily available to charge the batteries on the dog’s collar. Pricing for the collar is relatively high and while not everyone is willing to pay the high price, for those who have lost a pet know that almost any price would be paid to get the family member back.
While not for everyone, GPS dog collars can provide the pet owner with a sense of security in knowing where their pet is and the ability to track the animal if it does get loose or away from the family or hunting area. While the price is a little high the benefits outweigh the loss of the pet and the ability to track the animal down without the price of printing posters and the hours put into searching the GPS dog collar is a must-have for pesky escape artist dogs.

domain: pet


text:
Mila J delivers a new mixtape the end the year off titled Covergirl. This project contains a total of 8 tracks released as a solo effort. Mila notably covers 90s remixes here with 'Sweetest Taboo' by Sade and 'Soon As I Get Home' by Faith Evans. Stream/download Mila J's Covergirl mixtape below.
Mila J - Covergirl

domain: entertainment


text:
There are indications that the Federal Government will sell two of its three crude oil refineries that are found to have become commercially unviable as part of measures to boost the nation’s refining sector, The Punch reports.
The two refineries likely to be sold, according to a report of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation are the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company and the Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company. The NNPC said last week that the consolidated capacity utilisation of the three government-owned refineries dropped to 23.09 per cent in May, from 24.59 per cent in April. The third refinery being managed by the NNPC is the Port Harcourt Refining Company.
Although the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, in the new National Petroleum Policy approved by the Federal Executive Council, said the government aimed to make the refineries successful and commercially viable enterprises, it stressed that government was ready to sell any of them that failed to meet targets or respond promptly.


text:
Objective. Stem cell therapy, specifically, pre-induction of mesenchymal stem cells toward male germ-like cells may be useful in patients with azoospermia. The aim of this study was to evaluate in vitro differentiation of mouse bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) into male germ-like cells by indirect co-culture with testicular cells in the presence of bone morphogenetic protein 4 (BMP4).
Methods. Experimental groups included: control (mouse BMSCs), treatment group-1 (BMSCs treated with BMP4), treatment group-2 (indirect co-culture of BMSCs with mouse testicular cells in the presence of BMP4) and treatment group-3 (indirect co-culture of BMSCs with testicular cells). BMSCs-derived male germ-like cells were evaluated by the expression of Dazl, and Stra8 using RT-qPCR.
Results. Stra8 gene expression was significantly increased in the treatment group-2 and Dazl gene was significantly increased in the treatment group-1 compared to other groups. In conclusion, indirect co-culturing of BMSCs with testicular cells and BMP4 leads to the differentiation of BMSCs into male germ-like cells which express specific male germ-like genes. Testicular cells released factors that contributed to the differentiation of BMSCs into male germ progenitor cells.
Conclusion. This study suggests that mesenchymal stem cells may be differentiated into male germ-like cells and therefore, may be a novel treatment option for men with azoospermia.
If the inline PDF is not rendering correctly, you can download the PDF file here.
de Rooij DG. Proliferation and differentiation of spermatogonial stem cells. Reproduction 121 347–354 2001.
de Sousa Lopes SM Roelen BA Monteiro RM Emmens R Lin HY Li E Lawson KA Mummery CL. BMP signaling mediated by ALK2 in the visceral endoderm is necessary for the generation of primordial germ cells in the mouse embryo. Genes Dev 18 1838–1849 2004.
Dudley BM Runyan C Takeuchi Y Schaible K Molyneaux K. BMP signaling regulates PGC numbers and motility in organ culture. Mech Dev 124 68–77 2007.
Fabbri A Knox G Buczko E Dufau ML. β-endorphin production by the fetal Leydig cell: Regulation and implications for paracrine control of Sertoli cell function. Endocrinology 122 749–755 1998.
Foresta C Moro E Ferlin A. Y chromosome microdeletions and alterations of spermatogenesis. Endocr Rev 22 226–239 2001.
Geens M Sermon KD Van de Velde H Tournaye H. Sertoli cell-conditioned medium induces germ cell differentiation in human embryonic stem cells. J Assist Reprod Genet 28 471–480 2011.
Gimble JM Katz AJ Bunnell BA. Adipose-derived stem cells for regenerative medicine. Circ Res 100 1249–1260 2007.
Hamidabadi HG Pasbakhsh P Amidi F Soleimani M Forouzandeh M Sobhani A. Functional concentrations of BMP4 on differentiation of mouse embryonic stem cells to primordial germ cells. Int J Fertil Steril 5 104–109 2011.
Hansson V Weddington SC McLean WS Smith AA Nayfeh SN French FS Ritzen EM. Regulation of seminiferous tubular function by FSH and androgen. J Reprod Fertil 44 363–375 1975.
Hussein A. Evaluation of diagnostic testis biopsy and the repetition of testicular sperm extraction surgeries in infertility patients. Fertil Steril 100 88–93 2013.
Iammarrone E Balet R Lower AM Gillott C Grudzinskas JG. Male infertility. Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 17 211–229 2003.
Lacham-Kaplan O Chy H Trounson A. Testicular cell conditioned medium supports differentiation of embryonic stem cells into ovarian structures containing oocytes. Stem Cells 24 266–273 2006.
Latifpour M Shakiba Y Amidi F Mazaheri Z Sobhani A. Differentiation of human umbilical cord matrix-derived mesenchymal stem cells into germ-like cells. Avicenna J Med Biotechnol 6 218–227 2014.
Lee JH Engel W Nayernia K. Stem cell protein Piwil2 modulates expression of murine spermatogonial stem cell expressed genes. Mol Reprod Dev 73 173–179 2006.
Makoolati Z Movahedin M Forouzandeh-Moghadam M. In vitro germ cell differentiation from embryonic stem cells of mice: induction control by BMP4 signalling. Biosci Rep 36 pii: e00407 2016.
Margioris AN Liotta AS Vaudry H Bardin CW Krieger DT. Characterization of immunoreactive proopiomelanocortin-related peptides in rat testes. Endocrinology 113 663–671 1983.
Miryounesi M Nayernia K Dianatpour M Mansouri F Modarressi MH. Co-culture of mouse embryonic stem cells with Sertoli cells promote in vitro generation of germ cells. Iran J Basic Med Sci 16 779–783 2013.
Pellegrini M Grimaldi P Rossi P Geremia R Dolci S. Developmental expression of BMP4/ALK3/SMAD5 signaling pathway in the mouse testis: a potential role of BMP4 in spermatogonia differentiation. J Cell Sci 116 3363–3372 2003.
Saitou M Barton SC Surani MA. A molecular programme for the specification of germ cell fate in mice. Nature 418 293–300 2002.
Saitou M Payer B Lange UC Erhardt S Barton SC Surani MA. Specification of germ cell fate in mice. Philos Trans R Soc Lond B Biol Sci 358 1363–1370 2003.
Shirazi R Zarnani AH Soleimani M Abdolvahabi MA Nayernia K Ragerdi Kashani I. BMP4 can generate primordial germ cells from bone-marrow-derived pluripotent stem cells. Cell Biol Int 36 1185–1193 2012.
Silva C Wood JR Salvador L Zhang Z Kostetskii I Williams CJ Strauss JF 3rd. Expression profile of male germ cell-associated genes in mouse embryonic stem cell cultures treated with all-trans retinoic acid and testosterone. Mol Reprod Dev 76 11–21 2009.
Singh A Jahan N Radhakrishnan G Banerjee BD. To evaluate the efficacy of combination antioxidant therapy on oxidative stress parameters in seminal plasma in the male infertility. J Clin Diagn Res 10 QC14–QC17 2016.
Skinner MK Fritz IB. Testicular peritubular cells secrete a protein under androgen control that modulates Sertoli cell functions. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 82 114–118 1985.
Skinner MK. Cell-cell interactions in the testis. Endocr Rev 12 45–77 1991.
Surani MA Ancelin K Hajkova P Lange UC Payer B Western P Saitou M. Mechanism of mouse germ cell specification: a genetic program regulating epigenetic reprogramming. Cold Spring Harb Symp Quant Biol 69 1–9 2004.
Vannelli BG Barni T Orlando C Natali A Serio M Balboni GC. Insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-I) and IGF-I receptor in human testis: an immunohistochemical study. Fertil Steril 49 666–669 1988.
Walker WH Cheng J. FSH and testosterone signaling in Sertoli cells. Reproduction 130 15–28 2005.
West FD Roche-Rios MI Abraham S Rao RR Natrajan MS Bacanamwo M Stice SL. KIT ligand and bone morphogenetic protein signaling enhances human embryonic stem cell to germ-like cell differentiation. Hum Reprod 25 168–178 2010.
Xie L Lin L Tang Q Li W Huang T Huo X Liu X Jiang J He G Ma L. Sertoli cell-mediated differentiation of male germ cell-like cells from human umbilical cord Wharton’s jelly-derived mesenchymal stem cells in an in vitro co-culture system. Eur J Med Res 20 9 2015.
Yang Y Feng Y Feng X Liao S Wang X Gan H Wang L Lin X Han C. BMP4 cooperates with retinoic acid to induce the expression of differentiation markers in cultured mouse spermatogonia. Stem Cells Int 2016 9536192 2016.
Yu Z Ji P Cao J Zhu S Li Y Zheng L Chen X Feng L. Dazl promotes germ cell differentiation from embryonic stem cells. J Mol Cell Biol 1 93–103 2009.
Zhang D Liu X Peng J He D Lin T Zhu J Li X Zhang Y Wei G. Potential spermatogenesis recovery with bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells in an azoospermic rat model. Int J Mol Sci 15 13151–13165 2014.
Zhou Q Nie R Li Y Friel P Mitchell D Hess RA Small C Griswold MD. Expression of stimulated by retinoic acid gene 8 (Stra8) in spermatogenic cells induced by retinoic acid: an in vivo study in vitamin A-sufficient postnatal murine testes. Biol Reprod 79 35–42 2008.


text:
TEXT OF INTERVIEW
MARK AUSTIN THOMAS:
Rupert Murdoch really wants to buy the Dow Jones, which owns the Wall Street Journal. His desire for the company isn’t new — but everyone was surprised by his bid of $5 billion yesterday.
The offer was about 67 percent higher than the market value. However, media consultant John Morton says it wasn’t nearly high enough.
JOHN MORTON:I think it’s worth a lot more than that — the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal have the two strongest and most valuable newspaper franchises in the world. The company is worth far more than a 65 percent premium over the market price. When Tribune took over Times-Mirror, the premium was closer to 90 percent.
THOMAS:The Bancroft family owns Dow Jones and holds over 64 percent of the voting power. Yesterday, they rejected the offer. But Morton says other companies might want to make bids of their own, thus raising the price.
MORTON:If there were some kind of a bidding war, or if the Bancrofts miraculously decided to invite one, I think you would see the price go much higher than that.
THOMAS:There’s been speculation that the timing of Murdoch’s interest in Dow Jones is based on his plans to launch a financial cable network this year.
Not surprisingly Murdoch’s offer sent Dow Jones stock up like a shot, rising more than 54 percent.
As a nonprofit news organization, our future depends on listeners like you who believe in the power of public service journalism.
Your investment in Marketplace helps us remain paywall-free and ensures everyone has access to trustworthy, unbiased news and information, regardless of their ability to pay.
Donate today — in any amount — to become a Marketplace Investor. Now more than ever, your commitment makes a difference.


It’s really a tiny thing, but it represents the biggest of plans.
Pretty much the same size of a paperback book, the Kobo Glo e-reader has a front-lit 6” black-and-white touch screen, as thin as a magazine, weighing barely 185 grams. But the device symbolizes the big picture for retail pioneer National Book Store.
In an intimate launch last Sept. 10 at the Writer’s Bar at Raffles Makati, National Book Store announced it had entered into a partnership with Toronto-based e-reader maker Kobo Inc. to bring National squarely into the digital era.
Host Daphne Oseña-Paez described it as “a partnership that would revolutionize reading in the Philippines.”
For generations of Filipinos, the word “National” is synonymous with the country’s dominant bookstore chain. Yet in the 21st century, the chain is also known primarily as a brick-and-mortar store, a place you physically go to in order to buy physical books we Filipinos are accustomed to.
The partnership with Kobo aims to transform that premise, beginning Sept. 20.
National’s purchasing director Xandra Ramos-Padilla emphasized that the initiative does not mean National is getting out of the physical books market. Quite the contrary, she said. “We are still National Book Store, still selling books, our stores are still full of books, ” Padilla said. “We’re still printing and publishing books, but we can now offer books in a new form that’s very handy.”
National will offer e-books through Kobo’s bookstore, making both foreign and local titles available to the Philippine market. Kobo e-readers will also be introduced to Filipino titles.
The launch was the culmination of a three-year search for the right digital partner.
“We wanted a partner that would help us be better,” Padilla said.
Kobo (anagram for “book”) vice president for business development Todd Humphrey said the Philippines “is an important market for us” because of “the sheer size of the market.” “The population loves to read, and reads more than one assumes,” he noted.
He explained that when Kobo was looking for a partner in the Philippines, the only name they kept hearing was “National.”
Similarly, National’s marketing director Miguel Ramos said that while the bookstore was was looking for a digital partner, “people kept saying, ‘Go talk to Kobo.’”
Having released its first e-reader in 2010 and last year been acquired by Japanese business giant Rakuten, Kobo offers some 4-million e-books in 68 languages. Humphrey said that Kobo is, in fact, “exclusively driving that e-reading experience for consumers.”
It has 16 million readers in 190 countries, and prides itself on being able to offer “any piece of content on any device anywhere in the world.” After all, Kobo’s reading app enables readers to read e-books on smartphones and tablets.
But the touchstone of the Kobo arrival is the three e-readers which will be available at selected National Book Store and Powerbooks branches on Sept. 20. (Interested customers can now go and reserve their devices at the branches.)
On the same date, the e-bookstore www.nationalbookstore.com.ph/kobo goes live, enabling Filipinos to buy e-books using locally issued credit cards.
The biggest challenge for National and Kobo is to convince a readership raised on physical books to switch to digital titles. The two companies said they understood this would be a long-term process.
But Humphrey stressed that physical books “are not going anywhere.” Kobo aims to be complementary to the physical reading experience, he added.
Kobo’s entry-level reader is the Kobo Touch, which has a 6-inch e-ink screen and can store up to 1,000 e-books and retails at P4,599. The handsome Kobo Glo has a 6-inch screen lit by an uncanny ComfortLight lamp and retails at P6,599. The Kobo Arc is a full-function Android tablet with a colored 7-inch HD screen with up to 64GB storage and retails at P9,149.
For National, the tie-up with Kobo clearly represents the next step in the company’s development, from the tiny Escolta stall manned by Jose and Socorro Ramos, to the ubiquitous chain it is today.
The Kobo partnership is the boldest, most significant step National has taken since establishing local publishing heavyweight Anvil Publishing, Inc., in 1990.
Even as it enters the realm of digital retailing, National will continue to expand its bookstore empire. Aside from the 150 stores it operates, the chain intends to open six more physical stores in 2013, said Padilla.
“My dream is to digitize the Filipino classics,” she said.


text:
Top critical review
A rip roar of EDM motions
on 24 June 2015
As the anticipation and excitement of buying a new album begins to fade and feelings more related to curiosity start to take over, most dedicated fans of Trance will find themselves asking the same question again and again:- “I wonder if this mix is any good?”
3 DJ’s, 3 discs and each one packed with a powerful vortex of electronic slammers, this is a release that will definitely have many differing opinions. The three mixes take contrasting to a whole new level and listeners can expect to hear a blast of opposing elements including hard versus soft, light versus dark, dreamy versus nightmarish, past versus present and hair raising versus ear piercing to name but a few. Aimed primarily at fans of EDM, the three sets also include a ridiculous selection of female vocal talent that tip-toe their way around and deliver from all levels. Featuring a host of thrilling rides, sanded edges, cosmic pulses, lots of expanded comfort zones and a bucket load of sheer dedication, this mix will have fans of hard edged percussions licking their lips with pure excitement. Richard Durand’s control is inspiring but when Myon & Shane 54 take over, all limitations are ignited with a vulgar, energetic and masterful display of menacing digitised electrostatic show stoppers. The duet partnership becomes more evident on the third set and whether you like it, love it or hate it, there is no denying that this is where Trance is at the moment and even though it may not appear so, it does signify that Trance is very much alive and well. It is definitely worth a listen to but is most likely destined to hit the back of the CD drawer or backup drive someday soon. That said, it might be worth noting the names of some of your favourite tracks because I get a feeling that you might just be getting to listen to them again someday very soon.