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According to interesting reports by soL international, construction workers held a protest on February 1 at Istanbul’s third airport project site, showing the reaction against the poor working conditions and non-payments.
Around 1500 thousands of workers protested the working conditions, as their working hours were extended so as to finish the airport project that is still under construction. The workers closed the road to traffic while protesting the project owners.
The protestor workers say their shuttle services are inadequate and the food service is so poor that they have to sleep hungry since their work shifts and shuttle hours are irregular.
The workers point out that the subcontractor companies did not carry out the payments of minimum living allowances as project authorities claim that they cannot do anything about this situation, showing the subcontractors as “authority”.
soL News previously talked with construction workers who were forced to live in dirty, overcrowded and infested rooms. Workers said that they were forced to work overtime even during the meal times to finish Istanbul’s new airport project until February 26, the birthday of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
More specifically, according to a soL report earlier on January 2018:
Constructions workers say that they are forced to live in dirty and overcrowded rooms where are full of bedbugs despite their application to the directorate for insecticide. Furthermore, the workers are not provided with necessary working equipment. One of the workers says that they are forced to work with deformed gloves and non-waterproof boots.
"There is preparation for a big show for the birthday of Tayyip Erdogan. We are working overtime, we are working even during the meal times, they have eliminated our recreational areas, we are working 7 days a week," a worker said.
Indicating that harsh working days in winter are open to occupational accidents, a construction worker says that there is almost no precaution at the construction site.
While the workers in the construction of a massive new airport in Istanbul are forced to work overtime to complete the construction of a landing field for Turkish President Erdogan's birthday, occupational murders increase due to lack of safety measures, writes soL.
One more worker died by another occupational murder in the construction side of Istanbul’s third airport. Orhan Bingöl, who started to work in the site only two days ago before his death, died in fall on January 22. According to the worker's brother, Metin Bingöl, Orhan fell and died because there was no safety rail.
The worker's brother, who is also working in the same construction site, stated that the managers let them work without any safety measures, think the real deaths are much more than what the official number says, because there is a high lelev od negligence regarding workers' safety.
Orhan, according to the brother, was trapped by an invisible empty space covered by a door. Since he did not know that the door opens to an emptiness, he fell down. The brother says "he also escaped from this dangerous situation by chance and he informed the managers about this danger". However, he states, nobody has done anything about this risky place. The brother also states that they waited for the ambulance for about 40 minutes.
Although the workers were told that they would be given training for work safety, their manager did not allow them to take this required training and let them work without any safety measures.
The construction site of the third airport has been known by the high number of occupational murders as well as its damages to nature. The construction site that started to be built in June 2014 has been the site of occupational murders whose numbers are tried to be hidden from the public. As the workers stated, according to the sources, it is hard to track down the actual number of murders since there are too many subcontracting firms in the site.
It must be noted that Istanbul has already two international airports, Atatürk Airport on the European side of the city and Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Asian side, and Istanbul's new airport is promoted as a great success by Erdoğan's AKP government. A "success" apparently painted by the blood of workers...


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THE NEW YORK WORLD PREMIERE OF STEVEN SPIELBERG’S “WEST SIDE STORY”
“WEST SIDE STORY”AVAILABLE NOW!
THE FILM OPENS IN THEATRES ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021
NEW YORK, NY – “West Side Story,” directed by Steven Spielberg, had its New York world premiere in New York City last night, sponsored by Dolby Cinema. In attendance were director-producer Spielberg; cast members Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, Brian d’Arcy James, Corey Stoll, Josh Andrés Rivera, Rita Moreno (who also served as one of the film’s executive producers) and Rachel Zegler; screenwriter and executive producer Tony Kushner; producers Kristie Macosko Krieger and Kevin McCollum; and choreographer Justin Peck in attendance.
Hollywood Records will release the “West Side Story” original motion picture soundtrack in digital and Dolby Atmos formats on Friday, December 3, with the physical album available for purchase on Friday, December 10, the day the film will open in theatres.
ABOUT THE FILM
Directed by Academy Award® winner Steven Spielberg, from a screenplay by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award® winner Tony Kushner, “West Side Story” tells the classic tale of fierce rivalries and young love in 1957 New York City. This reimagining of the beloved musical stars Ansel Elgort (Tony); Ariana DeBose (Anita); David Alvarez (Bernardo); Mike Faist (Riff); Brian d’Arcy James (Officer Krupke); Corey Stoll (Lieutenant Schrank); Josh Andrés Rivera (Chino); with Rita Moreno (as Valentina, who owns the corner store in which Tony works); and introducing Rachel Zegler (María). Moreno – one of only three artists to be honored with Academy®, Emmy®, GRAMMY®, Tony® and Peabody Awards – also serves as one of the film’s executive producers.
Bringing together the best of both Broadway and Hollywood, the film’s creative team includes Kushner, who also served as an executive producer; Tony Award® winner Justin Peck, who choreographed the musical numbers in the film; renowned Los Angeles Philharmonic conductor and GRAMMY Award® winner Gustavo Dudamel, who helmed the recording of the iconic score; Academy Award®-nominated composer and conductor David Newman (“Anastasia”), who arranged the score, Tony Award®-winning composer Jeanine Tesori (“Fun Home,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie”), who supervised the cast on vocals; and GRAMMY®-nominated music supervisor Matt Sullivan (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Chicago”), who serves as executive music producer for the film. The film is produced by Spielberg, p.g.a., Academy Award®-nominated producer Kristie Macosko Krieger, p.g.a. and Tony Award®-winning producer Kevin McCollum. “West Side Story” has been adapted for the screen from the original 1957 Broadway show. Original choreography by Jerome Robbins, based on the stage play, book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, play conceived, directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, music by Leonard Bernstein.
Century Studios, The Walt Disney Company will release “West Side Story” in theatres on December 10, 2021.
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Dolby Cinema offers guests the complete Dolby movie experience. Dolby Cinema unlocks the emotional impact of every film, allowing you to see the subtle details and ultra-vivid colors of Dolby Vision, and hear the immersive sound of Dolby Atmos. Dolby Cinema is specially designed to elevate every type of movie experience: from big blockbusters, to arthouse films, and everything in between. Make sure to get your tickets to “West Side Story” in Dolby Cinema.
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...the dance with empty shoes in The Barkleys of Broadway (1949, his only reunion with Ginger Rogers), the ceiling dance and the duet with a hat rack in Royal Wedding (1951), and the dance on air in The Belle of New York (1952). The best of Astaire’s films during this period was The Band Wagon...
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The controversy over mining projects in northern Greece continues as the Greek Council of State cancelled the Productive Reconstruction, Environment and Energy Ministry’s decision to recall the permits for Hellas Gold‘s technical mining studies in northern Greece.
The country’s supreme court argued that the recall of the permit is baseless.
On August 19, Productive Reconstruction, Environment and Energy Minister Panos Skourletis had announced the recall of Hellas Gold’s technical study as well as the reconsideration of the company’s permit.
However, on August 14, the Council of State had ruled that Hellas Gold’s operations and plans should proceed after the company had sought legal approval in response to the Greek government’s intention to recall the company’s permits back in April.
The Council of State’s announcement on Thursday stirred the response of the Greek Ministry.
“The decision of the Council of State neither concerns nor cancels the decision of the Productive Reconstruction, Environment and Energy Ministry over the recall of the decision to permit technical studies in Skouries and partly in Olympias,” the Ministry’s announcement said and further noted that it concerns the previous action taken by the former Energy Minister back in April.
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Whether pretending she is a rock star or the next American Idol, she loves the spotlight. Your favorite singer or singing super star is going to love this personalized singer ornament that has her holding a traditional microphone. Get this personalized singing ornament for any girl who dreams of being on American Idol or The Voice someday, sings in the school chorus, sings with a rock band or simply loves karaoke bars and performing up on the stage. Commemorate a first choral concert for your grade school chorus student or any solo singing performance for your girl with a big voice who dreams of being a star. PLEASE NOTE: THE DESIGN OF ORNAMENT HAS CHANGED. YOU MAY RECEIVE ORNAMENT WITH NO MUSICAL NOTES ON THE SHEET OF PAPER AS SHOWN IN PICTURE.

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If you want an Shelby Cobra, but can’t afford a 1 million-plus dollar original, there’s no better place to turn than Superformance. They’ve been making Shelby Cobras and other replicas since 1994, and they’re pretty good at it. But times are changing in the automotive industry, and electric powertrains are becoming ever more common, and are even being put in classics, like Chevrolet’s electric Blazer SEMA car. That’s why Superformance have just teased their latest project- an electric Cobra.
We don’t know much about it, other than the details we can gather from the Superformance teaser video, which you can watch below. The vehicle is currently in development and coming soon, and is radically different from the Cobra that Carroll Shelby designed with AC despite looking almost identical. Although it’s hard to see, it looks like there is still a grille on the front, showing Superformance’s commitment to the original design.
It also seems to have some sort of electric whine when driving away in the video. As fast as electric cars can go from the stoplight, that gets old after a while. To be true enthusiast vehicles, sports cars specifically, EVs need an emotional connection, and sound is a great way of achieving that. Other than that, Superformance gives us no more clues on their first EV.
No matter what the final product is like, it’s not going to be alone in the incredibly niche electric Cobra segment. AC, the original designer of the Cobra before Shelby gave it some American muscle, have also revealed their own electric Cobra. Output is rated at 308 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque, and should hit 150 miles in total range. The 0-60 sprint is dealt with in 6.7 seconds. It’s not a rocket ship, but as a weekend cruiser on a beautiful day, it should do the trick.
Expect the Superformance electric Shelby Cobra to hit similar specs to be competitive. It may even be faster, as it is a Shelby Cobra after all.


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Breastfeeding is the most natural way to feed your baby, but breastfeeding accessories can certainly make the process much simpler. Not only can they help you, but they can also be beneficial to your infant as well.
Nursing pads can be an absolute must have for the new mother. In cases where there has been an increase in milk production, they can save you a lot of time and embarrassment.
Normally, your breasts do not leak between infant feedings. However, when they do, it can leave unsightly stains on your clothing, which you will certainly want to avoid if you are in public.
Nursing pads can be reusable or disposable, which ever works best for you.
Nipple cream is another of the breastfeeding accessories that is more of a help for the mother than the baby. Painful nipples are a primary reason for breastfeeding failure.
That’s why this is an item you simply cannot do without if you want to successfully nurse your infant for the long term.
It is hard to list the most important breastfeeding accessories without mentioning a quality breast pump. Not only can it help to keep your infant fed in your absence, it is also an effective treatment for an engorged breast. If your baby is eating less than it should, pumping will enable you to empty your breast of surplus milk. That milk can be stored for later use.
For nursing mothers who have never used a breast pump before, it is highly recommended purchasing a kit. This will contain all the necessary items to get you started right away.
This is one of the breastfeeding accessories that can be as helpful to baby as it is to the mom. Trying to maintain the right breastfeeding position can be hard, creating back strain. For the infant, it can be hard to latch onto the breast if she is not held in the correct position.
The nursing pillow can mean the difference between success and failure in nursing. It is definitely worth tying.
For newborns nipple shields help create a better latch. For the mom, they can alleviate sore, dry nipples and provide protection from the baby’s teeth. That is why, more and more mothers opt for these shields for smoother and painless breastfeeding.

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Food. Food. Food.
Now that I have your attention, EnRoute Magazine just published their list of the 10 Best New Restaurants in all of Canada.
No surprise that most of the restaurants are in some of the country’s biggest cities like Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Ottawa.
But there were some surprises from smaller cities like Caban A Sucre Au Pied de Cochon in Saint-Benoit De Mirabel. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe that transfers as “Sugar Cabin at the Foot of a Pig.” Sounds Yummy.
It was nice to see Ship to Shore on PEI make the list, it was apparently rescued from closure last year and has surged in quality and business since being taken over!
Rush in Calgary has also made the list, so I’ll have to try that.
But I’m heading to Vancouver this weekend, so I’ve already made reservations for the number one restaurant on the list, Cibo Trattoria! I was pumped to be able to get a table, mostly because Enroute said about the restaurant: “one of the most exciting things to happen to the way we eat in years!” My mouth is already watering.
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A judge has halted the Hartford City Council’s efforts to remove the city’s registrars of voters after polling place problems during November’s election.
Residents of Brattleboro, Vermont, will vote on a ballot item that would let 16- and 17-year-olds vote in local elections.
A hearing at the state capitol Monday seeks to put Connecticut on the record with other states calling for a national popular vote for president.
Republican Linda McMahon’s Senate campaign has pulled its request for an emergency court order demanding election officials in New Haven prove they have enough ballots for every precinct on Election Day.
A previously uncounted absentee ballot turned out not to be the deciding vote in a tied General Assembly primary election, and the judge ordered a new vote.
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) _ Candidates and state election officials are looking for a missing ballot that could nominate the Democratic candidate for a Connecticut General Assembly seat. The Hartford Courant reports the search begins Monday […]
An oil tanker has overturned on Route 8 North in Thomaston, spilling fuel and forcing the shutdown of the northbound section between exits 39 and 41.

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Nestled in the vibrant city of Recife, Brazil, 45.575.927 Ltda has established itself as a culinary gem with its renowned establishment, Capi Gastro Bar. With its innovative menu, creative cocktails, and inviting ambiance, Capi Gastro Bar has become a go-to destination for locals and tourists seeking a memorable dining experience.
In this article, we will explore the delights offered by 45.575.927 Ltda’s Capi Gastro Bar Recife. Know how it has become a haven for food lovers.
A Fusion of Flavors and Culinary Creativity:
Capi Gastro Bar, under the guidance of 45.575.927 Ltda, takes pride in its fusion of flavors and culinary creativity. The menu boasts a tantalizing selection of dishes that showcase a blend of traditional Brazilian cuisine with modern culinary techniques. From succulent grilled meats and seafood to delectable vegetarian options, Capi Gastro Bar caters to a diverse range of palates, ensuring that every guest finds something to satisfy their cravings. Each dish is crafted with precision, incorporating fresh and locally sourced ingredients to create a symphony of flavors that delight the taste buds.
Crafted Cocktails and Signature Drinks:
At Capi Gastro Bar, it’s not just the food that takes center stage. The bar offers a delightful array of crafted cocktails and signature drinks that complement the culinary experience. From classic favorites to unique concoctions, the skilled mixologists at Capi Gastro Bar take pride in their craft, using high-quality spirits, fresh ingredients, and innovative flavor combinations to create memorable libations. Whether it’s a refreshing mojito, a sophisticated martini, or a bespoke cocktail tailored to individual preferences, the bar menu at Capi Gastro Bar is sure to impress even the most discerning cocktail connoisseurs.
An Inviting Ambiance and Warm Hospitality:
Beyond its culinary offerings, Capi Gastro Bar provides a welcoming and inviting ambiance for guests to enjoy their dining experience. The trendy yet cozy decor, combined with friendly and attentive staff, creates an atmosphere that exudes warmth and hospitality. Whether patrons choose to dine indoors or opt for the charming outdoor seating, they are greeted with a relaxed and enjoyable setting to indulge in their culinary journey. The team at Capi Gastro Bar goes the extra mile to ensure that every guest feels comfortable and well taken care of, adding to the overall dining experience.
Commitment to Quality and Customer Satisfaction:
45.575.927 Ltda’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in every aspect of Capi Gastro Bar. From the meticulous selection of ingredients to the careful attention to detail in presentation, the establishment strives for excellence in every dish and drink served. The team takes pride in creating a memorable dining experience for each guest, ensuring that their visit to Capi Gastro Bar leaves a lasting impression.
45.575.927 Ltda’s Capi Gastro Bar has become a culinary haven in Recife, captivating locals and visitors alike with its fusion of flavors, creative cocktails, inviting ambiance, and commitment to quality. Whether it’s a special occasion, a casual gathering, or simply a desire to indulge in culinary delights, Capi Gastro Bar offers a memorable dining experience. As 45.575.927 Ltda continues to delight food enthusiasts with its culinary expertise, Capi Gastro Bar remains a beloved destination for those seeking an extraordinary gastronomic adventure in the vibrant city of Recife.


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Visitors can enjoy all that Schmerikon has to offer including its mountain views. A top sight in the area is Rapperswil Castle.
- There are 97 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area
- The closest major airport is in Zurich (ZRH), 23.8 mi (38.2 km) from the city center
Sightseeing and Staying in Schmerikon
A favorite place to visit in the city is Swiss Alps. Additionally, you'll find Rapperswil Castle in the area.
As you plan your vacation to Schmerikon, the best accommodation may not be in the city center but there are 16 hotels and other lodging options within the local area. Here are places to stay in the area:
- Hotel Swiss Star is located 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from the heart of Schmerikon. Guests who stay at this 4-star hotel in Wetzikon can enjoy access to a restaurant and free parking, along with free WiFi.
- Belvoir Swiss Quality Hotel is 19.2 mi (31 km) from central Schmerikon. Guests who stay at this 4.5-star hotel in Rueschlikon can enjoy access to a full-service spa and a restaurant, along with free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its dining options and breakfast.
- Hotel Du Lac is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from the center of Schmerikon. This 3.5-star hotel in Wadenswil features a restaurant, free WiFi, and concierge services. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its dining options and clean rooms.
Dressing for Schmerikon
- Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 53°F and the nighttime average to be 29°F
- From April to June, temperatures average about 74°F during the day and 39°F at night
- July through September averages 77°F during the day and 50°F at night
- In October-December, the average temperature is 62°F during the day and 33°F at night
- Average annual rainfall for Schmerikon is 1.46 inches
- Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F

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Last December, South Korean semiconductor company Magnachip reluctantly announced the demise of its proposed $1.4 billion merger with Chinese private equity firm Wise Road Capital.
Aside from its listing on the New York Stock Exchange and a nominal corporate presence in Delaware, Magnachip has no substantive operations – in manufacturing, research and development or sales – in the US.
But that didn’t stop the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, a body originally created in the 1970s to oversee the purchase of strategic US assets by OPEC countries, from intervening in the merger.
In a move that shocked the global semiconductor industry, Cfius ruled that the transaction posed a potential risk to US national security, effectively killing the deal and sending a chill over the industry.
“Cfius has traditionally been involved in traditional security issues like ports and infrastructure, and yet it blocked the acquisition of this relatively small chip company that had almost no presence in the United States,” said Chris Miller, assistant professor from Tufts University and author of Chip. War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology. “This was a really important signal for the whole industry.”
The Magnachip case is an example of how rising tensions between the United States and China are affecting chipmakers, which are under increasing pressure to align with Washington as it tries to counter China’s rise as to technological power.
The companies are vying for billions of dollars in US grants through the $280 billion Science and Chips Act and don’t want to be trapped by restrictions from an increasingly hawkish White House.
When it comes to circumventing US regulations, China moves like water around rocks
The Financial Times reported this month that Korean semiconductor titans Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are reassessing their investments in China in response to “railroads” in legislation barring recipients of US federal funding from expanding or improving their advanced chip capacity in China for 10 years.
Competitors including Taiwan’s TSMC and U.S. chipmakers Intel and Micron, all of which have manufacturing operations in China, are also under pressure to boost U.S. domestic production while making it harder for Beijing to obtain advanced technology from semiconductors
Pressure is likely to increase as the US tries to rally allies Korea, Taiwan and Japan behind a “Fab 4 chips alliance” designed to coordinate research and development policy, subsidies and supply chains.
Korean chipmakers, historically reluctant to take sides in the technology rivalry between the United States and China, have acted as an indicator of the direction of the global semiconductor industry.
Samsung and SK Hynix have increased investments in US production facilities, although they remain heavily exposed to the Chinese market. According to the Korea International Trade Association, South Korea exported $50 billion worth of chips to China last year, up 26 percent from 2020 and accounting for nearly 40 percent of the country’s total chip exports .
But they share an almost total dependence on a small number of US, Japanese and European chip designers and equipment manufacturers for the technology needed to produce advanced chips, giving Washington leverage over what Miller described as the ” main choke points in the semiconductor production process.”.
These companies include US chip designers Cadence and Synopsis, Siemens-owned Mentor Graphics, US equipment makers Applied Materials and Lam Research, and ASML in the Netherlands, which makes the extreme ultraviolet lithography tools needed to produce cutting-edge Dram memory chips.
“China has the market, but the US has the technology,” said Yeo Han-koo, who served as South Korea’s trade minister until May. “Without technology, you have no product. Without a market, at least you can find a way to diversify and identify alternatives.”
Neither Samsung nor SK Hynix, which specialize in the production of memory chips, make their most advanced semiconductors in China.
China’s largest chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp, announced last month that it had started shipping advanced 7-nanometer semiconductors. However, analysts said without access to the world’s most sophisticated equipment, SMIC would struggle to close the gap with Samsung and TSMC, which are the world’s leading suppliers of 5nm and 4nm chips.
A person close to TSMC, which dominates the global foundry chip market, said the US bill was unlikely to have a dramatic effect, as the Taiwanese government already had restrictions on the production of advanced chips in mainland China.
But Dylan Patel, chief analyst at SemiAnalysis, said US curbs on companies upgrading or expanding their Chinese operations would still have an impact.
SK Hynix and Samsung would likely just keep their existing investments, Patel said. “As a result, the share of its production in China is likely to decline substantially over time,” he said.
The dilemma for Korean chipmakers and others is how to execute their pivot away from China and toward the United States without provoking a backlash from Beijing, which has become increasingly vocal in its opposition to what North officials – Americans describe as “friendshoring”.
“Decoupling with such a large market is no different from commercial suicide,” read an editorial last month in the Global Times, a nationalist Chinese state-owned tabloid. “The US is handing a knife to South Korea and forcing it to do so.”
However, Patel said China’s continued reliance on chips and technology from foreign groups meant its leverage was limited. “Beijing needs these chip imports for its own manufacturing industries. What are they going to do, stop making electronics in China?”
He said Washington could further increase pressure by banning the export of chipmaking equipment used to make advanced Nand memory chips to Chinese plants, including those owned by foreign companies. Samsung and SK Hynix have Nand memory chip plants in China.
David Hanke, a partner at the Washington law firm ArentFox Schiff, which advises multinationals on China competition issues, said chipmakers would be wise to heed the spirit of the CHIP Act, not just the letter. own legislation.
“It will be evaluated to what extent a company has contributed to China’s technological development,” Hanke said, noting that subsidies to chipmakers would be reviewed every two years by the U.S. Commerce Department.
“There’s going to be a big optics problem for companies that play it too close to what this legislation allows.”
He added that companies should also consider the possibility of Washington taking an even more hawkish turn in the near future. Republicans are slated to retake the House and possibly the Senate in November’s midterm elections.
“When it comes to circumventing US regulations, China moves like water around rocks. So it shouldn’t be surprising if people on Capitol Hill start saying in a year or two that the current railings were too weak.”
Additional reporting by Kathrin Hille in Taipei

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Steve Coogan & Paul Rudd in Amusing Trailer for Comedy 'Ideal Home'
"You have the biggest heart of any man I know." An international trailer has debuted for the indie comedy Ideal Home, the latest feature made by Hamlet 2 (remember that one?) director Andrew Fleming. Ideal Home is both written and directed by Fleming, and is about a wealthy, bickering gay couple whose life is turned inside out when a ten-year old boy shows up at their door claiming to be Erasmus' grandson. This is a familiar story, but the twist is the two dads aspect. Steve Coogan and Paul Rudd star as Erasmus and Paul, and the cast also includes Jake McDorman, Jesse Luken, Jack Gore, and Alison Pill. This looks surprisingly warm-hearted, not as overtly comedic as I was expecting from that description. Give it a watch.
Here's the first international trailer for Andrew Fleming's Ideal Home, direct from YouTube:
In Ideal Home, celebrity chef Erasmus (Steve Coogan) and his partner Paul (Paul Rudd) have a happy and rather self-indulgent life together. Their perfect existence is turned upside down when, at a dinner party, Erasmus is surprised by the grandson he never knew he had. With the child's father in prison it seems he has nowhere else to go and so, after much debate they decide to take him in. With changes and challenges on both sides, this could prove a recipe for disaster. Ideal Home is both written and directed by American filmmaker Andrew Fleming, of the films Bad Dreams, Threesome, The Craft, Dick, The In-Laws, Nancy Drew, Hamlet 2, and Barefoot previously. This first premiered at the Mardi Gras Film Festival + Melbourne Queer Film Festival this year. Fleming's Ideal Home will release later this summer - stay tuned for updates.
Refreshing to see Rudd play a gay character who isn't overtly so.
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Ok, I must admit, this looks good...
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On May 24, a beaming Alisan Porter gleefully told reporters, "I have retired Curly Sue. She is dead! I am now the girl who won The Voice."
Porter, 34, best known for playing a spunky orphan in the John Hughes comedy Curly Sue in 1991, became the first singer from a female coach (Christina Aguilera) to take the top honour on the US edition of The Voice, now in its tenth season.
"It's so cool that's how my career started and I'm honoured to have had a great career when I was young," she told WHO. "It's been years, decades since that was over and since I've been wanting this."
Perhaps Christina Aguilera was the best coach for Alisan Porter on The Voice — after all, Aguilera made an impression 23 years ago when she was in The Mickey Mouse Club along with Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and Ryan Gosling.
Since that time, Aguilera has won five Grammy Awards and has sold more than 50 million albums worldwide. In addition to being a coach on the US edition of The Voice, Aguilera, 35, is the mum of two children.
Since she was a toddler, Jodie Foster has been acting on screens big and small, first on '60s sitcoms such as Mayberry R.F.D. and then breaking into films with Martin Scorsese's Taxi Driver in 1976, for which her portrayal of a teen prostitute landed her an Oscar nomination.
After graduating from Yale University with a literature degree in 1985, Foster continued her stellar career with two best actress Academy Award wins for 1988's The Accused and 1991's The Silence of the Lambs.
As a director, Foster, 53, is on her fourth big film, the thriller Money Monster starring Julia Roberts and George Clooney, which opens in Australia on June 2. "The interesting thing is that Jodie and I are roughly the same age," Clooney tells WHO, "and I've been doing this for 30 years or something. But Jodie, compared to you [Julia and I] are the young ones in the game. You've been doing it since you were…"
"Since I was 3," Foster says.
First seen on US screens spruiking breakfast cereals, Joseph Gordon-Levitt quickly emerged as an actor to watch in made-for-TV movies and films such as A River Runs Through It and Angels in the Outfield.
In 1996, he hit his comedic stride as alien Tommy Solomon on the sitcom 3rd Rock From the Sun and became a teen idol, much to his chagrin. "Even back then, I really didn't like the whole idolatry that goes on with actors and found the celebrity thing distasteful," Gordon-Levitt told The San Francisco Chronicle in 2007. "I still do."
Now Gordon-Levitt, 35, has added directing and producing to his CV, as well as fatherhood — he and wife Tasha McCauley have a son, born in August 2015.
Before he became the body-morphing, accent changing, Oscar-winning actor of today, Christian Bale made commercials and tread the boards as a child star until Steven Spielberg cast him at the age of 13 for the 1987 war film Empire of the Sun.
After that, the teen phenom went the musical route, dancing his way through Newsies and Swing Kids before unnerving audiences and thrilling critics with his embodiment of serial killer Patrick Bateman in 1999's American Psycho.
In 2004, the Welsh actor lost 27kg for his role in the drama The Machinist, only to then gain 45kg in six months to do his next part — rebooting the Batman franchise in Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins.
Bale, 42, has been married to Sibi Blazic for 16 years; they have two children.
The Tanner Children From Full House
When U.S. sitcom Full House premiered in 1987, Candace Cameron Bure played 10-year-old D.J., Jodie Sweetin played 5-year-old Stephanie, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen alternated as 10-month-old Michelle, the three daughters of widower Danny Tanner, played by Bob Saget, and raised by Tanner and his brother-in-law Jesse (John Stamos) and buddy Joey (Dave Coulier).
After the show's 8-season run, Cameron Bure, now 40, continued to act in films and TV and has become a best-selling author. In 1996, she married NHL professional hockey player Valeri Bure and have three children together.
While Cameron Bure has written and spoken about her battle with bulemia as a young adult, Jodie Sweetin has been forthcoming about her recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Thrice married with two children, Sweetin, 34, is now engaged to producer Justin Hodak, 39, a fellow recovering addict and a single dad. "Every day, we're choosing to be together, choosing to build a life together," Sweetin told Us Weekly.
Cameron Bure and Sweetin have both competed on the US Dancing with the Stars and both now star in Fuller House, the Netflix reprise of their original star-making series.
As for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, the sisters both played toddler Michelle due to US labour laws but became popular as twins outside of the show. They parlayed that fame into a franchise, becoming a sister-act in movies such as It Takes Two, sitcom Two of a Kind, and a company called Dualstar, which oversaw merchandising, too. The Olsens then shifted to fashion, becoming top designers and style gurus. Now 29, Mary-Kate is married to Olivier Sarkozy while in 2014, Ashley had been linked to director Bennett Miller.

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POTD: Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine
Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have the famous Spencer Carbine. This American Civil War-era black powder cartridge carbine is a fairly mainstream “western” rifle. Due to its exposure in Civil War movies, westerns, and video games like the Red Dead Redemption series, this carbine has been given new life in pop culture. This partnered with companies that are kind enough to give us reproduction firearms like the Italian Chiappa company is why the rifle is more recognizable despite its relatively small role in history in comparison to others. The Spencer was a unique lever-action rifle. It was compact due to its tubular style magazine being built into the buttock (think like a Nylon 66 or a Browning 22). The action was not quite like our modern lever actions since it still required the user to manually manipulate parts separately. Step one would be working the lever which would load a cartridge into the chamber. After that, you would need to cock the hammer. For obvious ease of use reasons, the Spencer lost popularity due to the newest and coolest repeating rifles that would come out during and soon after the Civil War.
“Manufactured in 1864-65 and fitted with the Stabler cut-off.”
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Motorsports World Cup | Jimmie Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR champion, has purchased a share in Petty GMS Racing 2022
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Jimmie Johnson is returning to the Motorsports World Cup Series. And is currently the owner of a NASCAR franchise.
Motorsports World Cup, Johnson purchased a share in Petty GMS Racing on Friday and will drive part-time in 2023, according to Petty GMS Racing. The itinerary for Johnson is unknown, but the team has announced that he will try to qualify for the Daytona 500 in February at the Motorsports World Cup.
The seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion has announced that he would retire from full-time racing after the conclusion of the 2022 IndyCar season at the Motorsports World Cup. In 2022, he raced full-time in IndyCar and made his Indianapolis 500 debut in an otherwise unsuccessful season. Johnson has two top ten finishes in 17 races, with an average finish of roughly 19th. In the standings, he finished ahead of just three other full-time drivers.
Johnson announced his retirement from NASCAR at the conclusion of the 2020 season, saying he wanted to pursue other racing opportunities at the Motorsports World Cup. He competed part-time in IndyCar in 2021 before racing full-time this season, and he has raced part-time in IMSA for the previous two seasons. He’s been suggested as a possible contender for the 24 Hours of Le Mans this summer as part of a NASCAR push to field a vehicle in the legendary endurance event.
Johnson said towards the conclusion of the 2022 season that he still intended to race part-time and has never ruled out returning to select NASCAR races at the Motorsports World Cup. He’s currently part of an ownership group that includes 14 Cup Series champions.
“What an amazing moment for Petty GMS,” remarked Richard Petty, seven-time Cup winner. “We’ve done so much this year with Maury [Gallagher], and now adding Jimmie can only help us improve.” Having Jimmie, another seven-time champion, on the team, and his ability both on and off the track, will be great for Petty GMS at the Motorsports World Cup. I’m excited to have him on our team and see what we can accomplish together.”
In Sunday’s season finale against Phoenix, Petty GMS will conclude its first season in its present incarnation. The old Richard Petty Motorsports World Cup team was purchased by GMS Racing, an Xfinity and Truck Series team, before of the season and expanded to two cars. Erik Jones is driving the No. 43 vehicle, while Ty Dillon is driving the No. 42. Dillon will be replaced in the vehicle by Noah Gragson in 2023.
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Since December 2019, various types of strategies have been applied due to the emergent need to investigate the biology and pathogenesis of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) to discover a functional treatment. Different disease modeling systems, such as mini-organ technology, have been used to improve our understanding of SARS-CoV-2 physiology and pathology. During the past 2 years, regenerative medicine research has shown the supportive role of organoid modeling in controlling coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) through optimal drug and therapeutic approach improvement. Here, we overview some efforts that have been made to study SARS-CoV-2 by mimicking COVID-19 using stem cells. In addition, we summarize a perspective of drug development in COVID-19 treatment via organoid-based studies.
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Facebook to independently audit metrics on enforcement report
Facebook Inc will make the metrics of its content enforcement report available for external auditors to conduct an independent audit, the social network said on Tuesday.
Introduced in 2018, Facebook’s Community Standards Enforcement Report provides details on content it removed across its apps for policy violations, including violence and hate speech.
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With many governments working to restrict individual freedom and many more increasingly taking the liberty to perform Internet surveillance on citizens, virtual private network (VPN) services have become something of a necessity. For those who travel and/or live in countries such as Russia, China, Vietnam, Syria or Saudi Arabia, a VPN is often the only way to ensure one’s safety when researching, reporting, or discussing censored topics.
Apple switches to its own chips for Mac computers as it adds features, privacy controls
Apple Inc <AAPL.O> on Monday said it will switch to its own chips for its Mac computers, saying the first machines will ship this year and ending a nearly 15-year reliance on Intel Corp to supply processors for its flagship laptops and desktop.


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SEVIERVILLE - Brandon Hyde isn't used to starting the baseball season in a suit jacket. The former minor league manager and field coordinator begins his first season as the Chicago Cubs Director of Player Development with spring training just a few weeks away. It's a change Hyde is ready for.
"It's my first time being in the office, but it's been a smooth transition," Hyde said. "There's no offseason (for me now) so that's been a lot different. When we start spring training, overseeing our development system instead of being in uniform will be a change. I'm looking forward to it."
Hyde was at Smokies Park Monday for a luncheon with Smokies season ticket holders and corporate sponsors. Hyde is no stranger to celebrations at Smokies Park. In 2009, he was the manager of the Jacksonville Suns, who beat the Smokies at home to win the Southern League Championship Series.
Hyde knows from experience the balance between player development and producing winners at the minor league level.
"We're trying to win in Chicago," Hyde said. "We're trying to put together a winning atmosphere. We're not going to sacrifice winning over hurting a player's development. We want both. Sometimes it doesn't work, but hopefully with the right pieces in place, you surround your prospects with good players, you end up with a winning club."
Hyde feels like the Smokies got it right last season with manager Buddy Bailey and pitching coach Jeff Fassero. Though Tennessee missed the postseason for the first time since 2008, they did produce the Cubs' minor league player (Logan Watkins) and pitcher (Nick Struck) of the year in 2012.
"They (Bailey and Fassero) are really about development and are baseball guys," Hyde said. "They throw their heart and soul into the players. They're both extremely organized. They understand the direction we're going in. We'd love to have this team win 100 games and the Southern League. There's a development and winning mix that you try to get."
With spring training on the horizon, Hyde already has his magnet boards set up with projections of where each prospect should go in the organization. There's a lot of movement that can happen over the next two months before the season begins in April.
"We've got player plans by me and a few other people that has (each player's) strengths, weaknesses and goals," Hyde said. "When we feel a player has reached those goals and made weaknesses his strengths, that's the time to move him. Maturity has a major impact on that. The player is going to tell you when he's ready. It's not just a stat sheet."
That movement doesn't end when the season begins. Multiple times since the Smokies have joined the Cubs organization as its Class AA team, players have made the jump straight to the major leagues. Under Hyde and Cubs President Theo Epstein, that won't change.
"Theo is not afraid to get somebody from Double-A," Hyde said. "(If you're in ) Double-A, you are on the radar. It's not that far away. If you can help our big league club and you're ready, then our guys will make the call."
This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.


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Why do young people drop out of education prematurely? What can be done about this?
Research shows that early school leaving is the end of a complex process in which too many stressful factors culminate. Long-term negative experiences within one’s own learning biography, problems with school performance requirements, developmental crises, peer influences, as well as a lack of or inadequate family and psychosocial support structures often play an important role in the abandonment of educational careers. In many cases it is then only a minimal trigger that overcomes the proverbial “barrel”.
The good news is that timely and adequate support can prevent too many stressful factors from coming together. The obstacles can be removed step by step as soon as you know them!
What is Stop Dropout?
Stop Dropout! is a holistic approach aimed at reducing drop-out rates in the school and education system.
Early detection of young people at risk of dropout with the Stop Dropout online questionnaire
The Stop Dropout Questionnaire is a scientifically developed screening instrument. On the one hand, it identifies the individual strengths and resources of students and on the other hand, it identifies problem areas that stand in the way of success at school.
individual need-oriented support with the consulting approach “consulting profile” tailored to the questionnaire
The counselling profile is a resource- and solution-oriented counselling approach that includes the individual life worlds of pupils. Various working materials support this dialogue between student and counsellor at eye level.
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Originally the two Stop Dropout instruments were brought to Austria in the Transfer of Innovation project Stop Dropout. Since then, Blickpunkt Identität, with scientific support and in cooperation with experts from the school and counselling context, has further developed the two instruments Stop Dropout Questionnaire and Counselling Profile for the Austrian school and training system.
Early detection and support at Austrian schools and training centres
The questionnaire is now standardised for the school types PTS/FMS, AHS, ORG, BMS and BHS and is used by youth coaching in several Austrian provinces for the early detection of young people at risk of dropout. Blickpunkt Identität offers counselling services with the Stop Dropout instruments for young people in inter-company apprenticeship training and in the perspective workshop.
Why is it important to reduce the number of early school leavers?
The phenomenon of early school leaving is not only an individual problem, it also has social, labour market and democratic implications. A low level of education or a lack of school-leaving qualifications not only entails the risk of increased or prolonged unemployment in the long term, but also has an impact on individual health, life satisfaction and motivation for further training, as well as on social participation.
What’s in it for the school?
Students faced with stressful circumstances cannot concentrate fully on school and learning. If the problems of these pupils are recognised in time and pupils receive appropriate support, they can integrate better into everyday school life. This also calms down the teaching situation in the classrooms, disciplinary problems become less frequent, classroom management functions better and teachers come back to what they are supposed to do at school: teaching.

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Not satisfied with my first burnout attempts, I head out for BRZ burnout challenge part 2!
So doing burnouts in my BRZ is not only fun, I actually put a legitimate safety feature to the test 🙂 Word on the street is that the 2017 BRZ had some sort of brake override feature. This feature would cut fuel or throttle to the car, if you pressed the brake at the same time. This has been seen on numerous vehicles in recent years as a safety precaution. In my BRZ burnout challenge part 2, I tested doing “brake stands”. Or, simple flooring the throttle while lightly pressing the brake, to keep the car from moving. Not only does this provide data for this test, but it also provides glorious burnout smoke signals.


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Nigerian writer Chris Abani will speak in the Bluhm Lecture Hall (Parmer 108) this Wednesday, December 2, 2009.
Chris Abani is part of a new generation of Nigerian writers working to convey to an English-speaking audience the experience of those born and raised in that troubled African nations. he published his first novel, a controversial political thriller, when he was 16. Abani’s best-selling novel Graceland is the funny and unsettling story of a young Nigerian Elvis impersonator.
For more information on the works of Chris Abani, interviews and news stories click here.

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TAMPA — One suspect claimed he executed an undercover cop, then buried the body.
Another said he went undercover as a New Jersey corrections officer for La Familia — the mafia.
He said he took care of inmates favored by the New Jersey mob, and harmed the ones they didn't.
They were part of a five-man crew accused of trying to trade automatic weapons for more than six pounds of cocaine in Tampa on Wednesday in a deal worth tens of thousands of dollars.
Anthony Kirk, 20, bragged about killing a cop, officials said. Joseph James Lese, 55, allegedly bragged about his mob ties.
They were arrested on federal drug and firearms charges along with Luis Santiago, 22; Edgardo Pena-Sepulveda, 20; and Jonathan Pena-Sepulveda, 19.
Authorities think the men may have just been trying to show off during a six-month undercover operation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
"It certainly would not be uncommon to have some fabricated stories thrown out in an undercover situation," said special agent Paul Canup. "They're trying to beef up their criminal resumes, if you will."
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The investigation started July 27 when Kirk approached a confidential informant for the agency in Lehigh Acres near Fort Myers, according to a federal arrest report.
The informant introduced Kirk to an undercover agent. Kirk believed the agent was a "large-scale narcotics trafficker," according to the report.
Kirk volunteered his "services" as a bill collector. He told the agent he had a crew of "killers" armed with AK-47 assault rifles.
In August, the report said, Kirk told the agent that he had learned the year before that an undercover officer had "infiltrated" his gang.
So during an undercover drug buy, Kirk told the agent, he pulled out a .38-caliber pistol and shot the cop in the head. Kirk said he buried the officer's body off State Road 82 in Lehigh Acres.
The Lee County Sheriff's Office does not believe Kirk's story.
"We're not missing any narcotics officers," said Sgt. Larry King.
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Then in November, Kirk introduced the undercover agent to Lese.
Lese told the agents he wanted to sell guns and buy drugs, according to the report.
During a gun buy at a Tampa flea market in December, the report said, Lese told the undercover agent he was a retired captain from the New Jersey Department of Corrections. Lese said while following La Familia's orders he threw an inmate from the second floor, breaking his neck.
According to the New Jersey Department of Corrections, Lese retired in 2002 as a lieutenant after 20 years without incident. His personnel record was unavailable.
But the agency doesn't buy his mafia story either.
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Lese portrayed himself in a different light during a federal detention hearing. He said he has no criminal record, has heart problems and cares for his mother, who lives next door and has cancer.
A U.S. magistrate ordered all five men be held without bond in the Pinellas County Jail.


Microsoft Surface Phone specs revealed; Snapdragon 835 chip, Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3 & 4-6GB RAM, leak shows : Recent reports are of the opinion that Microsoft could be releasing more than one Surface Phone in 2017. Microsoft’s flagship will be sporting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor and it would be the company’s first self-designed smartphone running on Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3 out-of-the-box update.
According to Nokia Power User, information on Microsoft Surface Phone prototype specs have emerged and the sources have revealed that Surface Phone’s release date has been delayed to late 2017.
The information has come from a trusted source. Hence, this could be considered accurate though companies often launch devices with different configuration than the prototypes.
As per the sources, the Microsoft Surface Phone will come with Quick Charge 4.0 support and be powered by a Snapdragon 835 chipset. One of the prototypes is running on the 64-bit Windows 10 Mobile architecture and has 6GB RAM. The device can run X86 apps in Continuum.
The Surface Phone may come with its own Surface Laptop accessory where the 3-in-1 form factor could be the prime focus. The reports suggest that Microsoft could release one consumer-oriented and one enterprise-oriented Surface Phone.
This is because one of the prototypes has 4GB RAM, Snapdragon 835 processor, 64-bit Windows 10 Mobile version but cannot run X86 apps in Continuum. The Microsoft Surface Phone could come with a 5.5-inch QHD Display.
PhoneArena reports Microsoft could release three Surface Phone models running Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3. This update would be much larger than the Redstone 2 update that is expected to release early 2017.
The combination of Snapdragon 835 chipset and Quick Charge 4.0 feature can provide the Surface Phone five hours of power from just five minutes of charge. Fans have been waiting eagerly for the Microsoft Surface Pro 5 and the Microsoft Surface Phone to be released.
Tech enthusiasts have come up with innumerable theories, release dates and anticipated specs and features of the devices. Fans were hoping that at least one of the devices would be released before 2016 ends. Source: ibtimes


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This Sundance-winning classic follows young black gay artist Perry (Anthony Mackie The Hurt Locker) who is promptly thrown out of his house after being discovered in an intimate sexual encounter with another young man. A chance encounter with a famous poet introduces Perry to a historical journey into the gay and lesbian subcultures of the Harlem Renaissance and Niggeratti Manor the creative
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Got What We Want is a melodically complex and accomplished album, and ample evidence that this young band from Detroit have a tacit understanding of what made primal '60s garage rock and early-'70s power pop so exhilarating and memorable in the first place. Not only do the Sights seem like they've educated themselves with repeated listenings to albums from a Rock History 101 syllabus, but they have an audible confidence and forcefulness that one usually only finds in bands who've been playing together for many years. Indeed, they have: Eddie Baranek (vocals/guitars/keyboards) and Mark Leahey (bass/vocals) have been making music together since 1995, when both were classmates at De LaSalle Collegiate High in Detroit. In October 2001 -- a few short months before they were to enter Ghetto Recorders to record this sophomore effort for L.A.'s Fall of Rome -- Baranek and Leahey made the decision to replace longtime bandmate Eugene Strobe (now playing with the Witches and the Alphabet) with a new drummer, Dave Shettler (ex-Moods For Moderns). This last-minute switch-out might have slowed the band's momentum, but now seems to have renewed their resolve to successfully accomplish the task at hand. Consequently, Got What We Want is a concentrated and well-produced group effort with strong and varied songs. The super-charged power pop numbers -- "Don't Want You Back," "Be Like Normal," "Sweet Little Woman" -- are rife with crunchy guitars, catchy percussive elements, and memorable hooks. Meanwhile, the title song, "Got What We Want," and the last track, "Nobody," recall the bombastic heaviosity of Mott the Hoople, Humble Pie, and Led Zeppelin at their most glorious. The main bass riff from the blues-soaked "Nobody," in fact, plays like an homage to Zeppelin's "How Many More Times?" (the song -- with lyrics purloined from Albert King's "The Hunter" -- may have also provided the Sights with their moniker). There's also an enjoyable assortment of keyboards on the album; drummer Dave Shettler contributed Hammond organ and swirling Mellotron. The fathoms-deep Got What We Want should provide the Sights with a promising and (hopefully) propitious future once the world discovers its many treasures.
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Dozens of people were killed in a fresh wave of violence between herdspeople and farmers in the northeastern Adamawa state, Nigeria’s vice president Yemi Osinbajo said late Tuesday.
Following the weekend violence, of which victims had included riot police officers, Osinbajo visited the region where he said the government would crack down on those responsible for the latest killings.
“The clashes claimed scores of lives and injured many others, as the attackers destroyed houses in the affected villages,” said Osinbajo, according to a statement from his office.
“This is the time to come together to make progress as a people. There is no reason why we should allow so much poverty, and what we are doing is fighting, killing each other. Our role should be to provide security, to provide resources for people so that everyone can enjoy their lives as citizens of this country."
Numan, a community in Adamawa comprising of ethnic Fulani (herdspeople) and Bachama (farmers) tribes, has been continuously gripped by tension. The violence began a few weeks ago after at least 30 Fulani women and children were massacred, allegedly by Bachama militiamen.
Local media then reported that Fulani groups had retaliated, killing several Bachama villagers.
On Dec. 1, Adamawa policy spokesman Othman Abubakar told Anadolu Agency that four riot police officers were killed as they searched for ammunition reportedly stockpiled in the Fulani community. A local Fulani umbrella body claimed the security operatives had previously killed some of their men during a raid.
World Food Programme highlights link between hunger and conflict
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Lawmakers stared down a self-imposed deadline of midnight Friday, when federal funding was set to expire, and passed the mammoth package by a vote of 65-32, with hours to spare.
Allowing Peshmerga to vote twice in upcoming polls would violate Iraq’s national charter, Turkmen politician asserts
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Humanitarian Relief Foundation has provided water to over 3M people across 36 countries
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There has been a lot of talk, road shows on and documentaries on gentrification within black areas, the story does need to be told. Having studied regeneration and worked in a aspect of this (digital inclusion). I know that there is a fine balance between regeneration and gentrification.
The aim of most local authorities, regional, local councils and municipalities in areas, which are deprived, is to attract investment into the area. This could be from national and multinational companies. To do this a local authority will build office buildings and warehouses which these companies can move into, once they commit to moving their operations into the local area.
There is also an ambition to develop housing and social activities of the residents in that area. This can be through having new housing being built which his largely funded by a supermarket.
Regeneration can benefit all if it is designed and local residents get to access opportunities the same as everyone else. This means you will need information about financial and social capital (something I have talked about before). The problems come when you are not able to get the information or resources to set up businesses or get new housing.
Gentrification occurs when big businesses come to a town or city, which has bid for them to come and set up shop, with the local councils promise of giving tax breaks and skilled workers. If you are not a skilled worker then you might not get a decent paying role and usually big companies bring staff with them so many positions are filled.
If you want to get housing, often you begin to be priced out by the people who have the decent jobs with the new companies who have moved in and are living locally with new shops appearing which are out of your budget.
Regeneration is a fine line, I often explain to people that regeneration is getting investment and developing poor areas to make them more prosperous, though the people who live their now need to prosper with the prosperity, not be or feel left behind.
To get away from the gentrification theme and build on a regeneration theme more people need information and access to regeneration resources and information. If you are interest (if you live in the UK) you can look on the upliftment information community resources page. We have also listed some links below to help you find out more about regeneration and how you can help develop your local area.


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The semidiurnal (12.42 h) and semimonthly (14.76 days) lunar tides have been well-known by fishermen for several centuries. The gravitational force of the relative positions between the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth results in two symmetrical tidal bulges (double bulges) appearing at equatorial latitudes directly under and opposite the Moon. We utilize ionospheric GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) radio occultation soundings to show the global three-dimensional structures and dynamics of the double bulges of ionospheric lunar tides for the first time. The double-bulge amplitude of ionospheric F2-peak height hmF2, lagging the sublunar or antipodal point by about 2–3 h, is about 3–5 km at the equator and 1.5–2.0 km at ± 35° magnetic latitude. The electron density further depicts global three-dimensional plasma flows in the ionosphere.
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He moved to Boston in April 1869. He graduated from the Boston University School of Law in 1877. He worked for the law firm Dean, Butler and Abbot of Boston from 1877-1882. He contributed poetry to Boston periodicals, including the Courier and the Transcript. In fall 1882 he enrolled in Queen’s College in Kingston, Ontario where he won a poetry prize in 1883 for “Adelphi.” He is sometimes considered one of the Confederation Poets.
He married Ella Amey on 22 August 1883. He was the editor of the Daily News in Kingston, Ontario from March 1883 until his death of heart failure on 17 September 1885 at Millhaven, Ontario. The couple had had one daughter, Jessie Cameron Alison.
George Frederick Cameron was a war poet since he was a poet writing in time of and on the subject of the Anglo-Zulu War. He wrote Leo, the Royal Cadet. The latter achieved over 1,700 performances between its premiere in 1889 and 1925 and has recently been revived in a revised version. In 1887 his brother, Charles L. Cameron, edited and published a selection of Cameron's poems under the title Lyrics on Freedom, Love and Death (Kingston, 1887).
Cameron's poem "On Leaving the Coast of Nova Scotia" was included in the 1889 anthology Songs of the Great Dominion. His poetry also appeared in A Century of Canadian Sonnets (1910).
George Frederick Cameron was declared a Person of National Historic Significance in 1946. A bronze plaque was affixed to the New Glasgow post office (since moved to the town' Dominion Building) by Historic Sites and Monuments of Canada which reads: "George Frederick Cameron, Poet and Journalist, Author of "Lyrics of Freedom, Love and Death". Born at New Glasgow, 24 September 1854. Died in Kingston, Ontario, 17 September 1885."
- George Frederick Cameron (Libretto) and Oscar Ferdinand Telgmann 'An entirely new and original military opera in four acts, entitled: Leo, the Royal Cadet ([Kingston], 1889, Ho! Ho! My Airy Fairy Maid, Ho! Ho! My Pretty Maid, I met him in the far away from Opera and Operetta Excerpts Composer: Oscar Ferdinand Telgmann Words: George Frederick Cameron
- Farewell, O Fragrant Pumpkin Pie from Leo, the Royal Cadet Composer: Oscar Ferdinand Telgmann Words: George Frederick Cameron
- Our Premier [music] / words by George Frederick Cameron ; music by Oscar Telgmann Kingston, Ont. : C.J. Cameron, c 1885 in honour of John A. Macdonald
- George Frederick Cameron Lyrics on freedom, love and death, ed. C. J. Cameron (Kingston, Ont., and Boston, 1887; repr. Toronto and Buffalo, N.Y., 1973), and in Later Canadian poems, ed. J. E. Wetherell (Toronto, 1893)
- George Frederick Cameron; in Edmund Clarence Stedman, ed. (1833–1908). A Victorian Anthology, 1837–1895. 1895.
- George Frederick Cameron (1854–1885) by John Garvin, (1872–1934) Garvin, John William, ed. Canadian Poets. Toronto, Canada: McClelland, Goodchild & Stewart, Publishers, 1916. pp. 101–108.
- George Frederick Cameron Library and Archives Canada; Canada Poetry Archive  "My Fate"; "Remember Thee!"
- Bentley, D.M.R. “Charles J. Cameron’s Emendations and Annotations to Lyrics on Freedom, Love and Death by George Frederick Cameron.” Studies in Canadian Literature 13 (1988): 244-9.
- Burpee, Lawrence Johnstone (ed) (1910) A Century of Canadian Sonnets, The Musson Book Company, Limited, Toronto 'George Frederick Cameron (1854–1885)' 'June' 'Wisdom' 'Anticipation'
- Cameron, George Frederick, 1854-1885 Leo, the Royal cadet [microform] Kingston, Ontario http://www.archive.org/details/cihm_06551
- http://myweb.wvnet.edu/~jelkins/lp-2001/cameron.html George Frederick Cameron
- http://www.library.ubc.ca/spcoll/AZ/PDF/C/Cameron_George_Frederick.pdf George Frederick Cameron fonds at the University of British columbia
- http://www.bookrags.com/biography/george-frederick-cameron-dlb/ George Frederick Cameron
- http://www.biographi.ca/009004-119.01-e.php?&id_nbr=5412 George Frederick Cameron
- Information about production at the Toronto Operetta Theatre
- http://www.library.ubc.ca/spcoll/AZ/inventories/rescolc.html George F. Cameron fonds
- http://amicus.collectionscanada.gc.ca/m5-bin/Main/ItemDisplay?l=0&l_ef_l=-1&id=544315.1058422&v=1&lvl=1&coll=17&rt=1&itm=5375808&rsn=S_WWWbeaPPbvVu&all=1&dt=AW+%7CTelgmann%7C&spi=-&rp=1&vo=1 Our Premier
- http://www.uwo.ca/english/canadianpoetry/confederation/cameron/lyrics/love.htm Lyrics on freedom, love and death
- http://www.bartleby.com/246/1205.html 'Standing on Tiptoe'
- http://www.bartleby.com/246/1205.html 'What Matters'
- http://www.bartleby.com/246/1205.html 'The Golden Text'
- "First Love" http://collectionscanada.ca/canvers-bin/entry?entry_nbr=584&l=0&page_rows=10&clctn_nbr=1
- George Frederick Cameron at the Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online
- Lyrics on Freedom, Love and Death by George Frederick Cameron on Google Books. ISBN 978-1-120-32127-5 or ISBN 1-120-32127-1

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During the past decade real progress has been made in the study of the physiology of the generative organs and much attention has been given to the consideration of sterility. Indeed, the publications on the scientific and practical aspects of sterility and impaired fertility have been so numerous that it has become difficult for even those especially interested in these subjects to be thoroughly conversant with all the literature. Hence it is that such a comprehensive treatise on these subjects as had been written by Lane-Roberts and his three associate authors should be enthusiastically received by the medical profession.
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Sorry, folks -- I've had some technical difficulties with the chat tonight and because of that, I won't be able to bring you the 7 p.m. meeting.
You can still read the meeting agenda here and the resolutions to be voted on here, and I will have a story in the print edition of tomorrow's Buffalo News from the meeting.
As a thanks for your tuning in to the chat, I'll give you a hint about tomorrow's story: read this piece from late last week and get ready for the next chapter.
-News Niagara Reporter Charlie Specht (firstname.lastname@example.org)
Join me tonight for a live blog of the Niagara Falls City Council meeting. The work session begins at 4 p.m. and the regular meeting begins at 7, with a break in between.
Read the meeting agenda here and the resolutions to be voted on here.
It appears the City Council will be asking questions about travel expenses of city employees in light of a citywide spending freeze, which was imposed by the council in April. Mayor Paul A. Dyster and City Administrator Donna D. Owens were both out of town in recent weeks. We'll see if that is part of the discussion.
The city is in a tough financial situation as it is owed more than $58 million by the Seneca Nation of Indians. A dispute between the Indian nation and New York State has had a bad effect on the city, as we outlined here and here this weekend.
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OnePlus has launched its low-cost phone, the Nord N100 that comes with a 90 Hz refresh rate. Other features of the phone include a Snapdragon 460 chipset and Adreno 610 GPU coupled to 4 gigs of RAM. The phone also comes preloaded with the Android 10 OS with the promised upgrade to Android 11 in future.
However, what can be considered the biggest USP of the phone is its 90 Hz refresh rate which should make scrolling a lot smoother. However, the 90 Hz refresh rate won’t be the default with OnePlus stating the optimum refresh rate would be activated depending on the settings as well as the app in use. Plus, switching to the higher refresh will also depend on whether the processor is able to support the same at the given moment.
That apart, the company has also introduced an update for its HydrogenOS which includes bug fixes as well as improvements. For instance, the alarm clock feature which failed to ring in some cases has been set right.


Downing Street acknowledged aspects of Sue Gray’s Cabinet Office inquiry that touch on potentially criminal acts will be paused after the Metropolitan Police announced on Monday that officers had launched an investigation.
Mr Johnson was plunged into deeper jeopardy when Metropolitan Police Commissioner Dame Cressida Dick announced officers were investigating a “number of events” in Downing Street and Whitehall over two years after being passed information from the Gray inquiry.
Updating the Commons on the inquiry, Mr Johnson said: “That process has quite properly involved sharing information continuously with the Metropolitan Police, so I welcome the Met’s decision to conduct its own investigation because I believe this will help to give the public the clarity it needs and help to draw a line under matters.”
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman told reporters that “everyone required will fully cooperate in any way they are asked”.
Pressed if Mr Johnson is willing to be interviewed by officers, his spokesman responded: “Anyone asked to will cooperate fully as you would expect.”
Asked if the Prime Minister thinks he has not broken the law, the spokesman said: “I need to be cautious about what I say but I think that’s fair to say that he does not.”
Downing Street said Mr Johnson knew about the police investigation before convening his Cabinet on Tuesday morning, but that he did not raise it during the meeting.
Asked why the Prime Minister did not inform his top team, his spokesman stressed that Mr Johnson judged it important “not to pre-empt a police statement”.
“I think it’s understandable that, given the sensitive nature of what the Met were due to announce, it’s right that wasn’t pre-empted in any way,” the spokesman added.
The opening of the investigation seems set to further delay the long-awaited publication of at least major elements of senior civil servant Ms Gray’s inquiry into the saga.
The Prime Minister’s spokesman said that it “won’t publish anything that relates to the work of the police” but can continue to work on allegations that do not reach the police “threshold”.
Discussing the events the police are investigating, the spokesman said: “I think under the terms of reference that work (for the Gray inquiry) pauses, I don’t know what that means once the Met Police’s investigation concludes, whether they return to them and continue.”
The Cabinet Office has not set out how the latest development affects the publication of the report, with a spokesman saying that work is “continuing”.
But sources close to the investigation suggested that Ms Gray was considering her options and is concerned about publishing a report which was shorn of some of its key findings.
Dame Cressida announced the investigation had been launched at a meeting of the London Assembly’s Police and Crime Committee.
She said they are looking at “a number of events that took place at Downing Street and Whitehall in the last two years in relation to potential breaches of Covid-19 regulations”.
The investigation was opened as a result of information from the Gray inquiry and “my officers’ own assessment”, Dame Cressida added.
She pledged to only give updates at “significant points” and declined to say which alleged parties are under investigation, nor would she put a timeline on when officers could detail their findings.
“The fact that we are now investigating does not, of course, mean that fixed penalty notices will necessarily be issued in every instance and to every person involved,” she said.
Dame Cressida said investigations are carried out into “the most serious and flagrant type of breach” where individuals knew they were committing an offence or “ought to have known”.
She said “several other events” that appeared to have taken place in Downing Street and Whitehall had also been assessed, but they were not thought to have reached the threshold for criminal investigation.
Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner questioned how Mr Johnson can remain Prime Minister with Downing Street under police investigation.
“Boris Johnson is a national distraction.
“Conservative MPs should stop propping him up and he should finally do the decent thing and resign,” she added.
Commons Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg sought to defend the Prime Minister’s record after the police investigation was launched, saying he was “honoured to be under his leadership”.
After leaving a Cabinet meeting, he told reporters in Downing Street: “The leadership of Boris Johnson this country has had has been so brilliant – that he has got us through this incredibly difficult period and he’s got all the big decisions right.”
The Met had been under pressure to launch an investigation for weeks, with the Daily Mirror first reporting allegations of parties in No 10 during Covid restrictions two months ago.
Fresh allegations have emerged at a steady pace since then and have now totalled at least 19 separate events.
The latest emerged on Monday when Downing Street was forced to admit Mr Johnson had a birthday celebration inside No 10 during the first lockdown.
Downing Street conceded staff “gathered briefly” in the Cabinet Room following a meeting, after it was alleged 30 people attended and shared cake despite social mixing indoors being banned.
ITV News reported the Prime Minister’s wife, Carrie Johnson, had organised the surprise get-together complete with a chorus of “happy birthday” on the afternoon of June 19 2020.
Interior designer Lulu Lytle admitted attending but insisted she was only present “briefly” while waiting to talk to Mr Johnson about the lavish refurbishments she was carrying out to the couple’s flat above No 11.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak was understood to have briefly attended as the gathering was breaking up as he entered the room to attend a Covid strategy meeting.
ITV reported picnic food from M&S was eaten and Martin Reynolds, Mr Johnson’s under-fire principal private secretary, was also said to have attended, as was No 10’s director of communications Jack Doyle and head of operations Shelley Williams-Walker.
Social gatherings indoors were forbidden under lockdown laws at the time, with a relaxation of the regulations permitting gatherings of up to six people to take place outside.
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Joyful rhythmic jazz vocals Rozina Pátkai – TALADIM: A brand-new talent for my ears, Rozina performs very joyful rhythmic jazz vocals that jazz lovers all ’round the globe will enjoy… though it’s not a live cut from the album, this video will give you a nice visual experience for her sweet singing…
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On the new release, Rozina’s vocals are strongly supported by János Ávéd tenor and soprano saxophone, piano, István Tóth Jr. acoustic guitar, Ditta Rohmann cello, András Dés acoustic and electronic percussion, and Márton Fenyvesi synth bass, arrangements… her talent just SHINES through on songs like the mighty mellow “Sea Song“… some beautiful cello from Ditta on this one… I predict this piece will be getting lots of airplay on stations ’round the globe!
The upbeat title track, “Taladim“, opens the album with some of the most joyful singing and playing you’ll listen to this year… it’s only 2:14, though, so you’ll be hitting the “replay” button often.
Toth’s guitar on the beautiful “Szerelem” is absolutely superb, and when Rozina joins in vocally after the intro, she truly tells the story… her voice is so lilting, she will have you enchanted after only a couple of bars!
My personal favorite of the thirteen offered up is (unquestionably) the simply titled “Song“… a mysterious percussion intro morphs into Rozina’s tale-telling that will blow you away… be SURE to listen to this one with your headphones on.
I give Rozina and her players a MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED rating, with an “EQ” (energy quotient) score of 4.99. Get more information on Rozina’s website. Rotcod Zzaj
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Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center in Denver has installed Toshiba America Medical Systems' Aquilion One dynamic volume CT system in its Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children.
The hospital will use the Aquilion One to support more than 80 specialties, including cardiology, neurology, oncology, diabetes management, orthopedics, pediatrics, emergency medicine and its wound healing/limb preservation program, according to the Tustin, Calif.-based Toshiba.
The company said its Aquilion One dynamic volume CT can image the brain or heart in one rotation, and show functions, including blood flow and movement, in less time than traditional multi-detector CT systems. The Aquilion also includes SUREExposure pediatric software to measure the size and age of each patient and tailor radiation dose to ensure the patient receives only the radiation required.
Presbyterian/St. Luke's has 680 licensed beds, Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children has 164-licensed beds.