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North avoided a letdown game by riding its defense to a ninth straight win by beating Aurora on Saturday, 54-34.
Euclid got off to a hot start but Mayfield didn’t panic and went on to beat the host Panthers, 58-47.
An early run set the tone as Independence corralled the visiting Grand Valley Mustangs in a Chagrin Valley Conference crossover game on Saturday, 52-34.
Tess Conroy scored a game-high 17 points and Talyssa Moody added 14 as Cuyahoga Heights held off Kirtland in a Chagrin Valley Conference crossover game on Saturday, 46-43.
Kyle Zygmunt scored a game-high 22 points as Independence went wire-to-wire in beating visiting Crestwood on Friday.
South pulled away late in the fourth quarter to secure a 51-44 win over visiting North on Friday.
Kirtland senior Anthony Gencarelli on Friday signed a National Letter of Intent to continue his education and wrestling career at West Liberty University.
Kirtland's Will Davidson highlighted a tri-match sweep at Harvey by recording the 100th win of his wrestling career.
North used a 30-12 second-half run to collect a 50-33 rivalry win over host South on Wednesday.
Three Hornets scored in double figures to lead Kirtland to a 46-35 Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division showdown over visiting Crestwood on Wednesday.
The OHSAA announced on Thursday its intentions to add girls wrestling and boys volleyball beginning with the 2022-23 school year.
Perry snapped a rare two-game skid with a big win over visiting Gilmour Academy on Wednesday.
Kirtland made several key plays down the stretch to hold off a hot-shooting Crestwood team in a key Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division matchup on Tuesday, 47-42.
In a game of runs, Independence pulled away from host Trinity in a 67-57 Chagrin Valley Conference Metro Division win on Tuesday.
North jumped out to a big first-half lead and then held off host Lake Catholic down the stretch in a 76-73 non-conference win on Tuesday.
Kirtland bounced back from its first loss by clawing out a 33-28 win at Chagrin Falls on Monday.
Kirtland’s Will Davidson, Anthony Gencarelli, and Brennon Braud all wrestled their way to the top of the podium at the Perry Pin City Tournament on Saturday.
Eastlake North defended its home turf on Saturday by winning the team title at the John Matteucci Memorial Classic.
Independence rode a big second half to an 83-58 win at Wickliffe in a battle of Blue Devils on Saturday.
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My watchwords are Liveable, Inclusive, Green!
I want Tofino to be a liveable town for all residents, those with money and those
Liveable means our cost of living must fit with the local economy.
A key element of liveability is housing. Many folks in Tofino (myself included) have seasonal housing issues.
We all know good people who left because of housing difficulties.
This is not merely a low-end or staff housing issue anymore, it affects everyone. Much groundwork on attainable housing has been laid, but it’s not a problem that will solve itself. We need a council willing to move – quickly.
Liveability also means expansion of our shoulder and off-season economy, with initiatives like high-speed Internet and higher education.
It means we enjoy an unpolluted environment that we pass on to our children intact.
And it means cultural engagement. People value and remember a town for what they do there, how they feel while being there.
Council has moved forward on many of these initiatives, and I want to add my insight and experience. Infrastructure is a vital component, to be sure, and must be covered But a council focussed on infrastructure alone misses the bigger picture.
As we have seen dramatically in recent years, council sets a tone for civic life in Tofino.
We have an opportunity here to create something remarkable in the coming years.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and Rural Development (RD) agencies recently joined forces during the 2013 Colorado’s Governor’s Ag Forum to staff a booth and spread the word about the Department’s Strikeforce outreach initiative which is aimed at better serving persistently impoverished communities and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.
“It was my mom who saw the USDA Strikeforce exhibit first and she told me to go check it out,” said 16 year-old Leigha Filla of Akron, Colo. “My interest in agriculture grew as I began to understand more about my family’s honey farm. After that, I was hooked and looked for opportunities to learn more. That’s how I found Future Farmers of America (FFA). FFA provides a lot of benefits and one includes attending this year’s Governor’s Ag Forum, which is where I saw the Strikeforce display. I’d like to pursue a career in ag communications or advocacy and that desire was only confirmed after visiting the USDA Strikeforce booth. I was thrilled to learn about USDA’s initiative and how it was aimed at increasing awareness within highly populated Hispanic and other underserved communities.”
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and Rural Development (RD) agencies recently joined forces during the 2013 Colorado’s Governor’s Ag Forum to staff a booth and spread the word about the Department’s Strikeforce outreach initiative which is aimed at better serving persistently impoverished communities and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. USDA piloted the Strikeforce Initiative in 2010 in Arkansas, Georgia, and Mississippi, and in 2011 it was expanded to the southwest adding Colorado, New Mexico and Nevada.
Strikeforce allows USDA to illustrate its commitment to improving access to USDA programs while enhancing the visibility and profitability of small farms and ranches, beginning farmers and ranchers, and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. It also provides the opportunity to promote and assist in the development and sustainability of rural communities, recognizing that 90 percent of all persistently impoverished communities are in rural areas.
“USDA’s Strikeforce campaign provides an opportunity for Hispanics to not only understand what assistance and opportunities USDA has, but also it shows them that they can be involved in agriculture beyond their traditional roles such as laborers. It helps them break down self-imposed stereotypes,” Filla goes on to say.
The initiative works to provide technical expertise about USDA’s regulations, criteria, and programs managed and administered by its agencies like FSA and RD, in addition to notifying communities of new and updated programs to bring about quality applications for enrollment into technical and financial assistance programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Technical Assistance Program (CTA) both managed and administered by the NRCS.
“Since its implementation in the state, NRCS in collaboration with other USDA agencies have hosted numerous Strikeforce workshops around the state. As a result of those and other efforts, we’ve received 304 applications from traditionally underserved applicants who had never before participated in any NRCS administered program and saw an overall increase in the number of applications for enrollment into Farm Bill programs from traditionally underserved producers from 2,155 applicants in 2011 statewide to over 3,606 applicants in 2012 in the Strikeforce counties,” stated Phyllis Ann Philipps, NRCS State Conservationist, Colorado.
Strikeforce priority areas in Colorado include: Adams, Alamosa, Arapahoe, Archuleta, Baca, Bent, Boulder, Cheyenne, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Delta, Denver, Dolores, Douglas, Elbert, El Paso, Fremont, Garfield, Huerfano, Jefferson, Kiowa, La Plata, Lake, Larimer, Las Animas, Lincoln, Logan, Mesa, Montezuma, Montrose, Morgan, Otero, Prowers, Pueblo, Rio Blanco, Rio Grande, Saguache, San Juan, Sedgwick, Teller, Washington, Weld, and Yuma Counties.
“I hope everyone understands the importance of initiatives like Strikeforce. I sure do, because as a young Hispanic woman, I am proud and interested in ag and hope to be successful in advocating for the industry and minorities. These kinds of initiatives confirm that agriculture is the right industry for me,” Filla finally stated.
For additional information about the USDA Strikeforce Initiative, contact Omelia Madison, NRCS Outreach Coordinator, at Omelia.Madison@co.usda.gov or 720-544-2826.

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DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago
The DuSable Museum of African American History is dedicated to the study and conservation of African American history, culture, and art. It was founded in 1961 by Dr. Margaret Taylor-Burroughs, her husband Charles Burroughs, Gerard Lew, Eugene Feldman, and others. Taylor-Burroughs and other founders established the museum to celebrate black culture, at the time overlooked by most museums and academic establishments. The museum is located at 740 E. 56th Place at the corner of Cottage Grove Avenue in Washington Park, on the South Side of Chicago. The museum has an affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution.HistoryFoundingThe DuSable Museum was chartered on February 16, 1961. Its origins as the Ebony Museum of Negro History and Art began in the work of Margaret and Charles Burroughs to correct the perceived omission of black history and culture in the education establishment. The museum was originally located on the ground floor of the Burroughs' home at 3806 S. Michigan Avenue. In 1968, the museum was renamed for Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, a Haitian fur trader and the first non-Native-American permanent settler in Chicago. During the 1960s, the museum and the South Side Community Art Center, which was located across the street, founded in 1941 by Taylor-Burroughs and dedicated by Eleanor Roosevelt, formed an African American cultural corridor. This original museum site had previously been a social club and boarding house for African American railroad workers and is now listed as a Chicago Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places.Planning Chicago trip won't be overwheling when you use's Insprock itinerary maker.
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On a flying visit to Chicago looking for music history, our excellent guide Hillary from Inside Chicago Walking Tours added the DuSable Museum of African American History to our intinerary. We were so... more »
I visited this wonderful museum on Tue. Feb. 26, 2019. Tuesdays are free at the DuSable but I gave a $5 donation because much of the artwork is beautiful and some of it was very thought provoking. I h... more »
While I did joyfully encounter 'her story", Dr. Margaret Taylor-Burroughs; her talent and life work in bringing "the only major independent institution in Chicago established to preserve and interpret the historical experience and achievements of African Americans", to life. I walked away feeling as if a huge chunk of the African American experience had been omitted. Such a history and culture is soo rich, diverse, complex, hidden, organic and powerful/painful yet, this beautiful museum provided a foretaste of some of the experiences the Negro in America. The staff members were very professional and friendly and especially the beautiful sisters in the gift shop. There's lots to see and read with one powerful exhibit not suitable for minors.
This museum is small but it captured my attention. Prior to my visit I was unaware of the extent of Dr. Margaret Taylor-Burroughs' sacrifices and contributions in Chicago. There are some topics I felt could have been developed more in the presentation. There are obvious signs of plans for expansion of the museum which I hope to see. Hopefully the expansion will include interaction for children.
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China launches two astronauts on Shenzhou 11 spacecraft, heading for orbital lab
Oct 18 2016 by Michele Stevens
The Tiangong 2 space laboratory, or "Heavenly Palace 2" that will serve as home for the two astronauts for the next month, was launched into space just last month. The rendezvous will happen at an orbit about 393 kilometers above Earth, the same height the future Chinese space station will operate at.
General Zhang Youxia declared the launch "a complete success" at a press conference.
China's space program also opened a fourth spacecraft launch site at Wenchang on the island province of Hainan in June.
The space lab underwent several weeks of testing before the go-ahead was given for Monday's launch.
The Chinese began their worldwide space mission in the early 1990s and their first astronaut was sent to space in 2003.
"China has seven Yuanwang space-tracking ships, which have carried out some 70 expeditions and travelled more than 1.5 million nautical miles", it said.
The crew members will carry out materials science experiments, medical research, three student experiments, plant growth studies and test orbital fix techniques. A fully functioning space station is on course to begin operating six years from now and slated to run for at least a decade.
Johnson, Cardinals roll past listless Jets 28-3
The Cardinals should have Carson Palmer back this week after he missed last Thursday's game with a concussion. Week 6 on Monday Night Football should hopefully deliver a solid contest between two underperforming teams.
Athletes react to Bauer's bloody finger
Napoli came through again for the Indians in the fourth, drilling a solo home run to center field off of Stroman to break the tie. Troy Tulowitzki, Blue Jays manager John Gibbons strode onto the field and lodged a complaint with home plate umpire Brian Gorman.
Alexander Zheleznyakov, a Russian expert on the history of space flights, applauded the Chinese space programmes, particularly the lunar exploration programme, calling them "impressive and admirable".
"The astronauts can now have a better dining and sleeping environment in the spacelab, and they have also physical exercises for experiments and recreation facilities", Wu Ping said in translated remarks last month.
Fan Changlong, a vice chairman of China's Central Military Commission, met with the astronauts Monday before the launch, the country's state news agency Xinhua reported, according to Reuters. It is expected to dock with the orbiting space lab Tiangong-2 in two days and the astronauts will stay in the lab for 30 days.
Tiangong-2 has the capacity to support a crew of two for 30 days, but the permanent station will be equipped to support three astronauts - or taikonauts as they are called in China - for about 40 days.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, in his congratulatory message, said the Shenzhou-11 mission with Tiangong-2 "marks a new milestone in our manned space flight mission in China". Both astronauts will conduct experiments in medicine, and test a range of technologies to prepare for the launch of the station's core module in 2018. It has already conducted a space walk and is only the third country after Russian Federation and the United States to carry out its own crewed space missions.
The Shenzhou-5 mission, launched in October 2003, was China's first crewed spaceflight.
The Tiangong - 1 seems to return back to earth in 2017.


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Since August, 2010, the Rhode Island Public Radio newsroom has been headed up by News Director Catherine Welch. Friday is Catherine’s last day. She’s leaving for a job in Orlando, Florida where she will be news director at the public radio station WMFE.
Orlando is the 33rd largest television market in the country, and WMFE is a growing station covering Orlando, Daytona Beach and the Space Coast. Catherine has family in Central Florida and is looking forward to being closer to them as well.
In many ways, this is an even bigger deal; 102.7 had a hefty vent fan system that could move a lot of air. Sure, if the air outside was hot, it means the air inside was hot, too. Usually you can't cool a room using outside air below about +10F degrees above outside air temps. So if it's 90F outside, it's 100 to 105F inside...ugh!
And at 88.1, we didn't really have even that. The transmitter site is an 8x10ft shed with a single 12 inch desk fan blowing air out one of the wall vents, and no insulation whatsoever on the walls or ceiling. Temps routinely broke 120F inside, even when it was only 70 to 80F outside.
As many of you know, RIPR owns and maintains the 1290AM site on the Providence/North Providence town line. Our NPR satellite downlink is there, and we lease the frequency to our friends at Latino Public Radio.
In the past, the site was largely a pond (Whipple Pond) with Douglas Ave forming part of a dam in the eastern corner. After the torrential rains of 2010, the dam broke and the pond drained. Now the West River flows freely through the site.
UPDATE 01/21: Multiple letters sent with no response, and the pirate's still broadcasting. A letter has been mailed to the FCC's Enforcement Bureau. If you are an RIPR listener to 102.7 and you have experienced interference due to this pirate, you can submit your own letter to the FCC as well.
UPDATE 12/19: The pirate has been found! Well, we're pretty sure we have found the pirate. Using a directional antenna and a signal meter, we triangulated the position to a house a few blocks from the Locust Grove Cemetery in South Providence.
A letter of notification of interference to RIPR was mailed to this address several weeks ago, but apparently this pirate doesn't care as there's still an illegal broadcast on 102.9 from this location.
UPDATE 11/5: Thanks to a fellow engineer who informed me there is a pirate broadcasting on 102.9FM and that is likely the source of the interference people have reported (see below). Quite possibly the atmospheric changes made it worse, but the bulk of the problem is likely the pirate.
As all RIPR fans know, we are an NPR member station. That means we get a lot of our programming from NPR, the BBC, and other providers, via our satellite dish. The dish is medium-sized as dishes go, but it’s pretty big in real terms: 3.7 meters (12ft) in diameter. There’s quite literally nowhere to fit a dish that large at our studios in 1 Union Station, so instead it was installed out at our 1290AM transmitter site in North Providence (we still own 1290, but we lease it to Latino Public R
When you’re a broadcast engineer, you get used to receiving calls at odd hours proclaiming things that tend to fall outside the bounds of “normal.” It’s just the nature of the job. But even your intrepid engineer can be surprised sometimes. Friday morning, August 23rd, was one of those times.
That morning I got a call informing me that WCVY, our 91.5FM signal for much of Kent County, was off the air.

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has brushed aside allegations from his former chief aide that his failings had caused tens of thousands of unnecessary deaths from COVID-19, saying “some of the commentary” bore no relation to reality.
Dominic Cummings, who was Johnson’s right-hand man until late last year, delivered a withering attack on his former boss during seven hours of testimony before a parliamentary committee on Wednesday, casting Johnson as incompetent, disorganised and unfit to be the prime minister.
With almost 128,000 deaths, the United Kingdom has the world’s fifth highest official COVID-19 toll, far higher than the government’s initial worst-case estimates of 20,000. Cummings said the government’s ineptitude and delay led to many more deaths than necessary.
Asked if that accusation was true, Johnson said late on Thursday: “No, I don’t think so, but of course this has been an incredibly difficult series of decisions, none of which we’ve taken lightly.
“We’ve followed to the best we can, the data and the guidance that we’ve had.”
NO ‘RELATION TO REALITY’
Johnson’s poll ratings have rebounded sharply this year following a fast rollout of vaccines, despite an initial response to the pandemic last year that produced a higher death toll than in some comparable European countries.
During seven hours of explosive testimony, Cummings said Johnson had dismissed the virus as a scare story and likened the prime minister to an out-of-control shopping cart.
“Some of the commentary I’ve heard doesn’t bear any relation to reality,” Johnson told reporters, saying the public wanted the government to focus on taking the country out of the pandemic lockdown.
Asked about the allegation from Cummings that Johnson had said he would rather “let the bodies pile high” than impose a second lockdown, an accusation he has previously denied, the prime minister merely said: “I make no comment on it.”
Health minister Matt Hancock also hit back at Cummings on Thursday after the former aide accused him of repeatedly lying to colleagues and the public about the government’s response.
“I welcome the opportunity … to put formally on the record that these unsubstantiated allegations around honesty are not true, and that I’ve been straight with people in public and in private throughout,” Hancock told parliament.
One of the most damning allegations from Cummings was that Hancock vowed to test all those moving to a care home from hospital, but that failed to happen, meaning it was nonsense to suggest the government had thrown a “protective ring” around homes for the elderly.
Hancock told a news conference later on Thursday that he had committed to the plan but needed to build the capacity first.
“We were able to introduce the policy of testing everybody before going to care homes, but we could only do that once we had the testing capacity,” he said.
The opposition Labour Party said Hancock should lose his job if he lied. But lawmakers from Johnson’s governing Conservative Party rallied around him in parliament.
Jeremy Hunt, a Conservative former health secretary and co-chairman of the committee at which Cummings had appeared, said the former aide’s accusations should be treated as unproven until there was evidence to back them up.


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Reviewed by Sean Ledwith
Stathis Kouvelakis is a former member of the Syriza party in Greece that was elected to power four years ago. Kouvelakis is no longer a member of the organisation as he was one of the dissenting MPs who rejected Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras’ capitulation to the austerity package imposed by the EU shortly after the election that brought Syriza to power. Kouvelakis is now part of a far-left grouping in Greece that advocates a total break with the EU and a confrontation with the forces of global capital that would be far more radical than anything contemplated by Tsipras. Kouvelakis’ role as an actor in a clash between an elected government of the left and the structures of capitalist power provides additional relevance to this study of the evolution of the political theory of the young Karl Marx. The text was originally written at the beginning of the last decade and has now been re-issued.
This version concludes with an interview with Kouvelakis, now also an academic at King’s College London, in which he reflects on how the period between the two editions has affected his thinking on both Marx’s theoretical trajectory and the prospects for revolutionary change today. As such, this remarkable work is an exploration of a subject that is of obvious significance to the contemporary left by an author who not only sustains the highest levels of analytical rigour but who has also engaged with the questions it raises in a direct and consequential manner. One of the biggest issues addressed by Kouvelakis is the accusation that Marxism’s focus on the social antecedents of many political controversies entails that the latter are epiphenomenal compared to the former. In this work, and also in his political practice as an activist on the Greek far left, the author is committed to restoring the centrality of politics for those seeking to utilise theory in our era. As he writes, ‘Marx was a political actor and thinker par excellence and only became such by elaborating the theory of his practice’ (351).
The first edition of this study in 2003 was promptly hailed by many commentators on the left as the best modern analysis of Marx’s intellectual journey up to the point he encountered Engels in 1844. Kouvelekis’ starting point is to re-examine the famous claim of his erstwhile mentor, Louis Althusser, that around the mid-1840s Marx’s thought underwent an epistemological break between the supposedly humanistic and philosophical perspective of his early writings and the subsequent scientific outlook of Capital and the other works of his later career. The author shares Althusser’s contention that Marx’s outlook in this era underwent a gear-change but rejects his mentor’s notion that this represented a shedding of the Hegelian influence and its replacement by a non-dialectical mode of thinking. In fact, Kouvelakis persuasively argues Marx actually deploys dialectics to critique the great exponent of German idealism and takes the Hegelian system to a level of rigour that even its founder baulked away from. As the author puts it: ‘Marx turned Hegel against himself; he elaborated a Hegelian critique of Hegel. That, needless to add, is the only way to radicalise the process of Hegelian thought, and blaze a path to a Hegel beyond Hegel’ (236).
Kouvelakis discusses how five major German philosophers – Kant, Hegel, Heinrich Heine, Moses Hess, and Marx and Engels (grouped together) – responded to the impact of the French Revolution at the end of the eighteenth century and tried to come to terms with its seismic social and political implications. Aside from Althusser’s inspiration, the author also seeks to engage with the claim of the contemporary French historian, François Furet, that ‘The French Revolution is over’ and that the implied threat its conception represents to all elites can be elided (338). In contrast, Kouvelakis optimistically suggests the greatest outcome of the fall of the Bastille may, in fact, lie ahead of us: ‘An expansive process by its very nature, permanently displacing the limits within which some have sought to confine it ex post facto, the temporality of the Revolution is in fact pregnant with-indeed, saturated with-the future’ (340).
Kant, as the founder of German idealism, welcomed the rupture of 1789 as a culmination of the Enlightenment ideals of equality and freedom but also believed the reverberations of the revolution needed to be carefully circumscribed and certainly should not be allowed to penetrate his native Prussia. As Kouvelakis notes, ‘German theory’s fundamental ambivalence towards the revolutionary phenomenon’ (10) entailed that, although the shattering of French absolutism was perceived as a progressive event, any extension of the liberatory impulse beyond the frontiers of the new republican regime in Paris was to be discouraged. The author avoids a crassly mechanical view that Kant’s caution regarding the fall of the Bastille was a consequence of his petty-bourgeois status in German society; however it is difficult to avoid the observation that Kant’s seminal delineation of the realm of experiential phenomena from unknowable noumena reflects, in a mediated form, the unease that would have been felt among the upper classes on the other side of the Rhine concerning the policies of the Jacobin regime. Kouvelakis expresses the probable correlation between Kant’s epistemology and his political interpretation of the French Revolution in characteristically elegant fashion: ‘The Kantian conception of politics and the philosophy of history underlying it are thus taken to their limit, which is, at one and the same time, the point of theory’s greatest advance and the boundary beyond which the whole edifice collapses’ (23).
The ambiguity felt by Kant and his contemporaries regarding the annus mirabilius of 1789 calls to mind Marx’s famous aphorism that the German bourgeoisie achieved in thought what other nations achieved in reality (371). Kouvelakis explores how this remarkable case of uneven and combined development among the post-Kantian intelligentsia centred on how far they believed the ‘German road’ of political development would resemble that of the French. The disunited states of Germany in the first decades of the nineteenth century were inching their way towards unification under the watchful eye of the Prussian monarchy. The contradictions inherent in the process of the feudal Junker elite instigating a bourgeois revolution alongside the emergence of an embryonic proletariat are fully manifested in the Hegelian dialectic. The second great systematiser of German idealism, like his predecessor Kant, was interested in identifying the point at which the revolutionary energy of 1789 threatened to overflow its necessary limits. As Kouvelakis puts it: ‘The technocracy, as he envisages it, fulfils the old Enlightenment ambition for universality; denying its potentially subversive character… Public affairs, for Hegel, are above all the business of those who know, not the ignorant populace, which can, at any moment, change into an uncontrolled, threatening mass’ (41).
The mission of the post-Hegelian Left in Germany was to appropriate the radicalism implicit in the dialectic and deploy it against the ruling class of that country in a direction that the master himself was unwilling to go. One of the numerous achievements of this volume is to restore the poet Heinrich Heine to a position of significance in the familiar story of the rise of Marxism. Kouvelakis stresses how Heine was one of the first thinkers in Europe to appreciate that, although the French Revolution had successfully decapitated the political apparatus of one ruling class, in order to challenge its bourgeois successor, a more thoroughgoing social revolution would be necessary. Heine came to this conclusion by engaging with the followers of Gracchus Babeuf, the executed leader of the far left of the French Revolution, who believed that the liberation of the oppressed essentially would be based on a re-run of 1789.
In contrast, Heine – anticipating Marx – comprehended that the consolidation of the bourgeoisie and the emergence of the urban proletariat would require a new type of revolution to guarantee not just political rights but those in the economic and social spheres as well. Heine perceived that the escalating political crisis in Germany that would culminate with the revolutionary wave of 1848 made that country the ideal location for a ‘new revolution – or rather, as we have seen, the resumption of a single revolutionary process whose embers were simply waiting for the right moment to flare up again’ (75). In this way, Heine, underrated for so long as a political theorist, can be seen to have foreshadowed not only Marx, but also the generation of Russian revolutionaries that included Lenin and Trotsky who conceived the theory of permanent revolution as a framework for converting a bourgeois revolution into a proletarian one.
The author follows his pioneering discussion of Heine by explicating how the young Karl Marx was inspired by the poet – his German compatriot and fellow exile in Paris – to unravel the limitations of both the French Revolution and the original Hegelian system that represented its philosophical equivalent. Kouvelakis suggests that it was a combination of Marx’s contacts with the workers’ movement in Paris and his journalistic activities in the Rhineland that brought him to a position to challenge the acceptance of the status quo that marked the end of Hegel’s theory of the state. Marx’s clashes with the Prussian autocracy over censorship, in contrast to Hegel’s superannuated status, gave the former the insight to see how the dialectic needed to be taken to the next level to explain the contradictions of how a political system could be encouraging industrialisation while, at the same time, repressing a free press: ‘In his reading of Hegel, Marx was to proceed as a consistent Hegelian, inverting Hegel and incorporating, in this inversion…springboards for a critique – but in a way that is still fundamentally Hegelian’ (289).
This reading of the crucial Hegel-Marx relationship is not only insightful and sophisticated but also provides a decisive rejection of Kouvalakis’ mentor and the claim that there was clean break between the systems of these two giants of the nineteenth century.
1 July 2019

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Da Nang is a coastal city in Vietnam that is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. Visitors can enjoy activities such as swimming, sunbathing, hiking, and temple visits. There are also a few amusement parks in the area, as well as restaurants and nightlife venues.
photo: Anh Nguyen
Here are 15 fun things to do in Da Nang:
1. Visit the beaches – Da Nang is a beautiful city in Vietnam that is known for its beaches. The beaches here are some of the most beautiful in the country and they offer visitors a chance to enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. There are also many other activities that visitors can enjoy while visiting the beaches in Da Nang. These include fishing, kayaking, and windsurfing. Visitors can also take part in activities such as beach volleyball and sunbathing. There are also many restaurants and cafes located near the beaches where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink.
2. Visit the Dragon Bridge – The Dragon Bridge is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Vietnam. Every year, millions of people visit the bridge to take photos, watch the sunset, and enjoy the sweeping views of the city. The Dragon Bridge is situated in the heart of downtown Da Nang, and it spans the Han River. The bridge is named after the two giant dragons that sit atop the bridge’s arches. At night, the dragons are illuminated by brightly colored LEDs, making for a stunning sight. The Dragon Bridge is also a popular spot for couples to take photos. The bridge’s romantic atmosphere makes it a popular spot for weddings and honeymoons. So whether you’re looking for a place to take photos or just want to enjoy a beautiful view, be sure to add the Dragon Bridge to your list of places to visit in Vietnam.
photo: Robson Hatsukami Morgan
3. Hike up Marble Mountain – For those who love hiking, Marble Mountain is a must-visit. With its temples and pagodas, marble cliffs and lush vegetation, the hike up Marble Mountain is an unforgettable experience. The trail is well-marked and not too difficult, making it perfect for a day hike. Along the way, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some wildlife. At the top of the mountain, you’ll find several temples and pagodas to explore. Make sure to take your time and enjoy the scenery before heading back down.
4. Visit Lady Buddha – Lady Buddha is a huge statue situated on top of a hill in Da Nang. Visitors can take the cable car up for a closer look. The statue is said to bring good luck and is therefore a popular tourist destination. At the base of the statue, there are many small temples and shrines. Visitors can light incense and make offerings to the gods and goddesses. There are also many souvenir shops selling handicrafts, clothes, and local specialties. The area around Lady Buddha is very beautiful, with views of the city and the river. It is definitely worth a visit!
5. Explore the Cao Dai Temple – The Cao Dai Temple is an interesting place to visit for its unique architecture and religious significance. The temple is located in Vietnam and was built in the early 20th century. It is a mix of different architectural styles, including Gothic, Baroque, and Asian. The most striking feature of the temple is its multi-colored facade, which includes a big eye that is supposed to represent the third eye of God. The temple is also significant because it is the center of the Cao Dai religion, which is a syncretic religion that combines elements of Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Christianity. If you are interested in architecture or religion, the Cao Dai Temple is definitely worth a visit.
6. Visit the Cham Museum – The Cham Museum is one of the must-visits for history buffs in Vietnam. It is located in the Central city of Da Nang and houses the largest collection of Cham artifacts in the world. The Cham people were an Iron-Age people who occupied what is now central and southern Vietnam from the 2nd century AD until the 15th century. They were renowned for their intricate carvings, sculptures, and architecture. The museum contains over 4,000 Cham artifacts, including sculptures, jewelry, pottery, and tools. These artifacts provide a fascinating insight into the culture and history of the Cham people. The museum also has a library with over 2,000 volumes on Cham history and culture. The Cham Museum is a great place to learn about Vietnam’s rich history and culture.
7. Go on a food tour – Da Nang is a city with a rich culinary tradition, and its cuisine is beloved by both locals and visitors alike. There are many different food tours available in Da Nang, each offering a unique opportunity to sample some of the city’s most popular dishes. Whether you’re looking for traditional fare or something more modern, you’re sure to find a food tour that suits your taste. And with so many different options to choose from, you’re sure to find a tour that’s perfect for your budget as well. So if you’re planning to visit Da Nang, be sure to add a food tour to your itinerary – you won’t regret it!
8. Visit the Ba Na Hills – The Ba Na Hills are a scenic spot located just outside of Da Nang. Visitors can take the cable car up for stunning views of the city and surrounding area. The Ba Na Hills offer a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy, including hiking and mountain biking. There are also several restaurants and cafes located within the park, making it the perfect place to spend a day in nature. The Ba Na Hills are a must-see for anyone visiting Da Nang.
photo: jet dela cruz
9. Shop at Han Market – Han Market is the ideal place to shop for souvenirs and local goods in Da Nang. The market is huge, and offers a wide variety of items to choose from. You’ll find everything from traditional Vietnamese clothing to handcrafted wooden bowls and bamboo mats. The prices are also very reasonable, and you can bargain with the vendors to get even better deals. In addition, the market is located in the heart of the city, so it’s easy to get to. Whether you’re looking for gifts for your friends and family back home or simply want to treat yourself to some local souvenirs, Han Market is the perfect place to do it.
10. Try your hand at kitesurfing – Kitesurfing is a popular activity in Da Nang thanks to the strong winds that blow in from the sea. The city’s beaches are the perfect place to give it a try, and there are plenty of kitesurfing schools where you can learn the basics. Once you’ve got the hang of it, you’ll be able to enjoy the exhilarating experience of riding the waves on your own. Kitesurfing is a great way to stay active and explore the beautiful coastline of Da Nang. So why not give it a go next time you’re in town?
11. Go on a boat tour in Hoi An – Da Nang is a beautiful city, and there’s no better way to see it than from the water. There are several boat tour operators that offer tours of the city’s waterways, and each one has its own unique route and sights to see including Hoi An which is an hour drive from Da Nang Whether you want to relax on a leisurely cruise or get your heart pumping with a speedboat tour, there’s sure to be a tour that’s perfect for you. And what could be more magical than watching the sun set over the city from the deck of a boat? So if you’re looking for an unforgettable experience, be sure to go on a boat tour of Hoi An.
photo: James Cheung
12. Attend a water puppet show – Water puppet shows are a traditional Vietnamese art form that dates back to the 11th century. The puppets are made of wood and intricately carved, and they are controlled using long rods that are hidden beneath the water. The shows usually tell stories from Vietnamese folklore, and they are accompanied by live music. While they can be found in many cities throughout Vietnam, Da Nang is definitely one of the best places to see a water puppet show. The city is home to several traditional theaters, and the shows here are truly something special. If you’re looking for an authentic cultural experience, be sure to add a water puppet show to your itinerary while in Da Nang.
13. Visit the Linh Ung Pagoda – The Linh Ung Pagoda is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Da Nang. Visitors come from all over to see the huge statue of the Buddha, which is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. The pagoda is also a great place to learn about Vietnamese culture and religion. Visitors can take part in traditional ceremonies, such as offering prayers and burning incense, and they can also purchase souvenirs from the on-site shops. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of Buddhism or simply enjoy the beauty of the pagoda, a visit to the Linh Ung Pagoda is sure to be a memorable experience.
14. Go on a day trip to Hue – If you’re looking for a day trip destination that offer both historical and scenic appeal, Hue is definitely worth considering. Located just a short drive from the city, Hue was once the capital of Vietnam and is home to a number of well-preserved temples and palaces. The city also sits on the banks of the Perfume River, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains. In addition, Hue is known for its traditional handicrafts, which make for great souvenirs. Whether you’re interested in history or simply want to enjoy some scenic views, Hue makes for an enjoyable day trip from the city.
photo: Claudette Bleijenberg
15. Enjoy the nightlife – Da Nang is a city that comes alive at night. After a long day of exploring its many attractions, visitors can enjoy a lively night out on the town. There are plenty of bars and clubs to choose from, each with its own unique atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a place to dance the night away or simply relax with a drink in hand, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Da Nang. And if you’re feeling adventurous, be sure to try one of the city’s famous dragon fruit cocktails. Made with fresh dragon fruit, vodka, and sprite, these colourful concoctions are sure to put a smile on your face. So if you’re looking for a fun-filled night out, be sure to check out Da Nang’s vibrant nightlife scene.
Da Nang is a beautiful coastal city in Vietnam that offers plenty of activities for visitors to enjoy. From swimming and sunbathing on the beaches, to hiking up Marble Mountain, there is something for everyone. There are also a few amusement parks in the area, as well as restaurants and nightlife venues. So if you’re looking for some fun things to do in Da Nang, be sure to check out our list!

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With everything working fine again (touching wood at that point) I went off to a meeting with some WI colleagues this morning, over at our college near Abingdon. There was the usual Monday morning chatter, including a lovely story about the local garden centre Santa Claus. It seems as though he’s the real deal and clearly the experience had left a great impression on one small girl and her Mummy too. Driving home this afternoon, I was thinking about those visits to Father Christmas and looked out a couple of pictures.
I have this photograph from around 1962, when I was taken to see him in Hammonds, one of the department stores in Hull. Simple times, eh? I don’t know if we were given a present or not, but I’m sure we just turned up and took our turn to stand by him and have our picture taken. I’m not sure I was fooled by that false beard, even then, but I guess I went along with it or whatever story I was told.
Moving on a generation and a similar photograph of Edward, around the same age as I was, taken with Father Christmas in Harrods. We loved going there, walking through the elaborate world they’d created and to see this beautifully dressed chap who was definitely considered to be the Man Himself, even after close inspection of his whiskers. We’d go early and thanks to the school holidays starting a little earlier around here, the queue wouldn’t be too long, we hoped.
Fast forward the to this afternoon. I’d planned to stop by the farm shop at the garden centre, to pick up one or two things but thought I’d go and take a look at the Christmas Grotto whilst I was there. Oh my goodness! Not only do they offer booked appointments with the man himself, the whole experience is in an altogether different league!
Sadly, I had no small child to take in there, so had to rely on what I’d been told and what I could see (and read on the website!) Happy elves were greeting children and their parents and the whole affair was beautifully done. There were real reindeer to feed with magic food, the elves were telling jokes and teaching songs to the children and Father Christmas was there in his own sitting room, ready and able to spend the time to tell a story whilst parents enjoyed a mince pie or two. When it was time to leave, the children were taken to the toy room and invited to choose something from the shelves. Best of all, according to my reliable source, he’s the real Father Christmas too, “because his beard is growing from his face”.
Actually, I’d enjoyed wandering about having a look around, though this flying goose surprised me rather!
But sadly, it was starting to rain and the (real) ice rink was empty. I could see a small family there waiting to skate and I hung around a while, hoping to see how they got on. I was getting wet though, so left them to it and went inside.
More magic. More flying geese! How beautifully this place has been decorated for the season. No wonder the garden centre has become a bit of a destination these days – there were several minibuses and groups of people here. Some were shopping, but many were doing as I was – having a look around and admiring the decorations.
Just before I left, I poked my nose outside to see what was going on in the ice rink and spotted the small family moving gingerly around the edge. Their small daughter was skating slowly along, holding tightly to a push-along seal and memories were being created as her parents lovingly braved the rain out there.
Colder weather and a few more people would have given a little more atmosphere; had it been dark, the lights would have twinkled a little more and the floodlit rink would have been more of a focus. But none of that mattered on this rainy Monday morning, because the only thing they’ll remember is the magic.

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(by John McClure - 11/13/05)
Single stage, parachute recovery, 29mm MMT 1.6X of the FlisKits
The lower main body tube is a BT-80H tube ("H" for heavy wall). The
upper body tube is a standard wall thickness BT-70 tube. The original Praetor
model rocket design breaks at the transition, but on my version, the
nose cone separates for deployment. The BT-70 tube extends down into the lower
BT-80 tube and butts against the top MMT centering ring. This makes a
"double wall" tube for extra strength. The piece is made
from two wraps of Bristol Board soaked in CA glue. Once assembled, the entire
body tube was sanded then wrapped in 1.4oz cloth using ACP's
The four fins are constructed of 3/16" thick
honeycomb/Carbon Fiber material from AeroSpace Composite Products.
The fins were edged in 3/16" square basswood then covered with 1.4oz
fiberglass cloth. They are thru-the-wall construction with 6oz fiberglass gloss
providing extra strength on the internal fillets. Due to the high-
of the Praetor's fins I was hoping to get a lightweight, yet stiff . I
believe I succeeded.
The motor mount tube is a BT-52H, heavy wall 29mm tube. There are three
3/16" thick custom laser cut centering by BMS on the MMT. The recovery
system consists of a 1/4" tubular Kevlar
shock cord epoxied to the MMT. The tubular Kevlar
is attached to a length of 5mm climber's accessory cord. For the nose cone, I
used an Apogee P/N 19470 BT-70 plastic nose cone. The nose cone is not true to
the upscale, but is sure looks cool and was a lot easier to source than a
This is the first time I've used composite honeycomb materials. Other than
the fins, construction is fairly standard mid-power. Cutting the Nomex/CF
material is a breeze as long as you use the special saw blade from ACP. I tried
making the first cut using an X-Acto knife with #11 blade. Although I did cut
it eventually, I would not recommend it. The composite blade fits on a coping
saw and makes the job much easier.
The fiberglass on the body tube made finishing much nicer. There were no
spirals to fill! Jim Flis was kind enough to share the "official"
Praetor lettering font with me so I could make my own version of a Praetor
logo. The graphics were traced onto self-adhesive vinyl sheets and cut out with
an X-Acto knife so they could used as masking stencils. The painting took a
while with all of the masking and spraying, but it turned out pretty good.
There wasn't anything exotic with the paint, just good old Krylon rattle cans.
A final coat of Future Acrylic polish gives it some gloss.
The first two flights were with AeroTech G38-7FJ Single Use motors. I got
lucky. These motors/delays are a perfect match for this rocket. The third
flight was on a G33-7J load in my AT 29/40-120 case. The G33 is also a good
motor for this bird, but the 7 second was a bit long.
All three flights so far have been great. Three perfect recoveries.
prep is standard fare. Kaplow clips for motor retention. I use a bit of dog
barf wadding even though there is a Kevlar
chute protector attached. The is mostly out of habit, but it does
protect the chute protector.
Flights are a larger version of the Praetor. Slow lift off and
straight as an arrow. One neat side effect of the long fins is the aerodynamic
whistle that can be heard once the motor burns out and the rocket coasts to
I absolutely love this rocket. With it's long fins, it always gets looks at the
. The mod-roc Praetor is one of my all-time favorites. This mid
power version is more of the same. I was initially worried about the fins
holding up to landing stresses, but after three perfect flights, my worries are
gone. This is a rocket I hope to keep around for a long time.


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POUGHKEEPSIE – Standard and Poors Rating Services reaffirmed Dutchess County Government’s AA+ bond rating, which means the county will save an estimated $797,000 in interest as it prepares to refinance bonds originally issued in 2004 and 2006.
County Executive Marcus Molinaro said S&P has “again endorsed
our conservative practices” to reverse the financial slide when
he took office in 2012.
“We have replenished the county’s fund balance,” Molinaro noted. “We have provided the largest property tax decrease in 14 years and we have appropriately managed taxpayer resources, and with that, the bond rating sends an important signal to employers both in the county and outside the county that we are stable, that we have a very strong fiscal condition, that we are responsible with taxpayer funds and that we are a community that is sound and responsible.”
County Comptroller James Coughlan said the AA+ bond rating “reflects the positive outlook for the county finances.”
“Dutchess County Government has become well known for sound financial management and conservative budgeting practices, which makes our bonds very desirable in the investment community,” said County Finance Commissioner Heidi Seelbach.


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Today we worked with Elvaughn Riley from Milwaukee.
He is currently serving the navy here in Japan.
We were able to record some vocals with his friend who is also a rapper.
He also introduced me to another person who will be a client in the future for mixing of a song.
The BLA 173 is dope.
Elvaughn Riley`s rapping is dope too!
If you don`t believe me go to his soundcloud link
He will be uploading a new track entitled “Undisputed.”
At some parts, he sounds like Jay-Z.
He said he will be using our label as well.
Thanks Elvaughn You rock!
Stay tuned for more blissful pop news!!
Yesterday we packed a good two hour session with Lone wolf productions Elvaughn Riley. this kid knows how to drop dem beatz.
He is actually part of a group that is creating a brand called, Low society, or Lone wolf. I am not exactly sure, but here, I will let his words speak for himself;
“Great studio session you are amazing thank you”
We had lots of fun in the studio, recorded some vocals, through our boutique BLA 173, ad the FMR audio Vintagey compressor, the PBC6a. As well as some Phat mastering for one song!
Overall we are getting a pretty big sounding sound with this combo, going through RME converters into Cakewalk`s Sonar, Producer edition.
So keep an eye out on Soundcloud and soon to be released Stickers, and T-shirts from Low Society, and new beatz all rapped by none other than the infamous Elvaughn Riley!
Anways that`s all things blissful for today!
Come back again to check out for all things Bliss & new in the pop world!
Peace! I`m out!
What are you here for?
We are here in Kanagawa to make noise, Our label Stillbliss records has been used by pop artists.
Are you pop?!
We have a racist president. We have popular music.
Come by every-now and then to see what we are up to!
Here is another event where my band will be playing in Tokyo.
At live house rokudemonaiyoru. Please come and have fun with us!
It is at Rokudemonaiyoru in Shimokitazawa. The event starts at 18:00-21:00.
tickets start at 2,000 yen with drink 2,500 yen.
For itunes- Just open up itunes and search for Motherslug Tokyo.
And basically everything related to digital distribution.
New wave Grunge rocker`s Mother Slug from Tokyo have put out a new release this December, right in time for holiday season.
Here is the link for those of you in .com land.
And for those of us here in Japan, here is the .co.jp link!
This is an underrated release. Please wait for about two weeks for it to be available on almost all digital distributors.
Have a nice day!!
And don`t miss out on this great release!
Stay blissed out!
Merry Christmas and a Happy Thanksgiving for you from Stillbliss!
These past few weeks we have been working with Yui, the main singer for Slingshotmillion2’s, main singer’s Youtube channel.
She has been coming over and recording through the Black lion audio B173, and FMR BPC6a combo.
She mentioned to me how the sound sounded clouded, well Yui, that is the sound of analog gear.
We have also been working with Dj Ali in Nagoya, with his original song.
And we also have been working Chris Ekral with his new tunes. He has been sending us STEM’s through the net, and we mix and add elements.
We are still working on getting his latest song finished. As it seems like he wants to redo the vocals for the song.
Overall we have been busy at the studios.
Anyways we hope you are enjoying your holidays with those you really do love!
Happy Blissful holiday to you!! 😉
All of us here at Stillbliss
Recently my band has been making and writing new songs. And our band leader booked a day at a top end studio in Tokyo. For me it was a new experience. They had Neve, SSL, & Tube tech and a wealth of other outboard gear.
A couple famous Japanese artists have been to this same studio. And I would say they had a nice sound. Of course, they use Protools.
I still use Sonar and Auto tune for fixing vocals.
I could upgrade to another newer version of Sonar. But honestly I`d rather get better physical gear, other than just cheao gimmicks in Software.
Anyways, I had a fun time in the studio. We recorded Vocals and guitars for Slingshotmillion2.
I am also still in the process of remixing Chris Larke`s “Christmas pie”. As well as working for another DJ in Nagoya. They are still in the process of listening to what I worked on.
Other than that, that is what is happening on the musical front for me.
Stay blissed out peeps.
And face the music!!
Today we went out to Yokohama to shoot a PV for one of our songs, called “Lalaland”.
We took it close to world porters, with a camera man.
We got a few good angles and shots.
We took pictures and danced around alot.
We had lots of fun and here is the picture of all who helped out with the making of the music video.
The song is called “Lalaland” and will soon be available for listening & viewing on Youtube.


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Bee.otany hopes to educate beekeepers, public, and others who want to #savethebees into understanding what flowering plants and trees help honeybees and other pollinators. By specializing in place and language of flowering plants for pollinators it allows everyone to be part of the solution to #plantforbees to #planttheseed to #helppollinators and #changetheworld
Organizational History and Mission Statement
Bee.otany established in 2018, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Minnesota, USA. The mission of the organization is dedicated to education, research, and charitable programming that promotes pollinator habitat through collaboration to capture local knowledge and promote sustainability. Bee.otany specializes in research and learning about pollinators and their habitat through accessible experimental education and tools that assist in the understanding of the ecology of plants and pollinators. Bee.otany differentiates by providing accessible understanding by creating community and collaborating with existing institutions, non-profits, and schools. Executive Director, Megan Wannarka has worked in 6 different countries with beekeepers on small to commercial levels understanding where the lack of information and knowledge allows Bee.otany to create accessible learnings and tools. Focused on volunteerism coupled with an understanding of appropriate technology with diverse groups of people to ensure the success of understanding pollinator ecology, challenges they face and how to help.
‘Bees are dying, Save the bees’ has echoed since 2006 when the colony collapse disorder (CDC) was found in the eastern United States. Since then, universities, researchers, and even the White House have started to try to tackle the problem. The problem is not one but many; habitat loss/poor nutrition; pesticide, herbicide, and fungicide on pollinated crops and habitat; pathogens and pests. It is not simple, but Bee.otany hopes to make it much easier to see where people can help, regardless of where they are from, if they have a place to plant flowers, if they’ve never planted something, and maybe don’t want to.
Since 1920 America has had a list of plants that are beneficial for honeybees, Pellett, F. C. (1920). American Honey Plants. American Bee Journal. Since then, there have been strides in research nutrition, but rarely has the research been plant-specifically. Bee.otany, in the last ten years has been aggregating plant lists from 75+ sources and continues to do so. Then using local plant surveys and inaturalist data Bee.otany can slice the data to the state or country level.
Once data is segmented to a place, images can be sourced from the Encyclopedia of life and local photographers, if possible. Plant guides are specific to a place, using visuals rather than extensive writing, creating access for youth and illiterate people to still understand. Guides using a range of local common names can assist more people in understanding flowers to plant in their gardens to encourage honeybees and, thus, other pollinators around their flowering crops.
We want to change the narrative from “bees are dying, save the bees, become a beekeeper” to “pollinators are dying, save them all by plant flowers, become a gardener.” We can do this through infographics that teach what pollinators are, what flowers they use for nutrition and what that nutrition is (nectar and pollen from flowers)
How can WE do it
Solving the world’s problems is enormous and it feels overwhelming. So we try to start where you are. Do you have a patch of soil you can plant? Maybe you don’t, and that’s all right. What about learning the scientific name for plants? Who wants to learn Latin, right? What about learning the common names of a few plants? That seems possible? Do you speak another language? What about learning the common names of those plants in Spanish, or Hmong, or another language? Those are all possible, right?
“We only protect what we love, we only love what we understand, and we only understand what we are taught.” -Jacques Cousteau


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By Frank Denzler, The Rushville Republican, Ind. Aug. 5--Rush County Area Plan Commission Director Bill Todd informed the county commissioners Monday that the clean-up process at the former Manilla Grain Elevator site is nearing completion.
Word of the Day
- The act of sweetening by admixture of some saccharine substance.
The word 'edulcoration' comes from a Latin word meaning 'making sweet'.


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Tomatoes engineered to have higher levels of antioxidants protect cancer-prone mutant mice from the disease. The study published online this week in Nature Biotechnology suggests that including such foods in our diet could help to promote health and wellbeing.
Anthocyanins ? antioxidant pigments produced by plants ? can offer protection from a range of human diseases. Cathie Martin and colleagues transfer factors from snapdragon into tomatoes to increase production of these antioxidants. The resulting fruit are deep purple in colour and contain levels of anthocyanins higher than those previously engineered in crops.
The team finds that feeding cancer-susceptible mice a diet supplemented with purple tomato powder significantly prolongs their lifespan. Human health benefits have been attributed to eating anthocyanin-rich foods, such as blackberries and blueberries. Transgenic tomatoes might be an easier way to supplement dietary intake of antioxidants.
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Monumental Pencil Drawing
To Be Featured In March Exhibition
At ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries
One of the world’s largest pencil and charcoal drawings,
a monumental 36-by-eight-foot mural, will be featured in “Maniera
Obscura / In a Dark Manner: 1998-2005,” an exhibition
opening from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Mar. 4th, with a reception
for the artist at ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries, 169
Madeira Ave., Coral Gables , Florida.
The event is the first major show in the United States of
Hugo Crosthwaite, a 34-year-old artist from Tijuana. Mexico.
All of the works in the exhibition
are done in pencil or pencil and charcoal. “I love the immediacy and tactility
of drawing, the breaking of the white surface with images
from my own personal narrative,” Crosthwaite says.
Combining classical imagery with abstract elements, he considers
each work “to be a vision of mine in which history,
mythology and abstraction collide.”
“Crosthwaite is an anachronism: a contemporary artist
who produces monumental work using a 19th century technique,” said
veteran art dealer Virginia Miller. “He is an extraordinary
young artist, one with an exceptionally powerful vision.”
According to Crosthwaite, artists who have inspired his
work include Francisco Goya, Eugene Delacroix, Theodore Gericault
and Arnold Bocklin.
Crosthwaite’s prior solo exhibitions in Mexico and
the United States include “Tablas de una Novena” at
Tijuana’s Cultural Center (CECUT) in 2000; “Urbe
Tenebrosa” at Tijuana’s State Gallery in 2001, “On
the Border of Surrealism” at Daniel Saxon Gallery,
Los Angeles in 2002, and “Caprichos” at Trópico
de Nopal, Los Angeles, in 2004.
The artist’s works have also been included in a number
of collective exhibitions throughout the United States and
Mexico. In 2004 his work was included in the “XII Bienal
Rufino Tamayo” at the Museo Tamayo Arte Contemporáneo
in Mexico City, and “Mujeres de Juárez: Art
Against Crime,” an exhibition of works at the Hispanic
Museum of Nevada in Las Vegas by artists protesting the violence
against women in Juarez, Mexico.
In 2003 Crosthwaite was commissioned
by the City of Los Angeles to participate in the mural
project, “The Wall–Las
Memorias,” a monument created to educate the Latino
Community about cultural denial and HIV/AIDS, and an effort
to eternally honor loved ones who have died of AIDS. Next
year he will participate in a group exhibition at the San
Diego Museum of Contemporary Art.
“Human suffering and violence permeate my work,” the
artist notes. “I explore the complexities of human
expression, everything from alienation to acceptance and
In the October issue of NY Arts magazine,
critic Victor Alejandro Sorell noted that “Hugo Crosthwaite harkens
back to the complex and dense compositions of Hieronymus
Bosch and muralist José Clemente Orozco.”
In her review of a recent exhibition,
arts writer Holly Myers noted that “rendered in pencil and charcoal on
wood, the works teem with bodies that are stretching, writhing,
rising and falling, suspended amid black clouds and fragments
of landscape. They’re dark, deep, heartfelt works that
tower over the rest of the show like a daunting spiritual
Based upon her 38 years’ of experience dealing in
contemporary fine art, Virginia Miller believes the young
artist is on the threshold of greatness. “Hugo Crosthwaite’s
unique, cutting-edge interpretations of human expressions
and myths are superb art. If his career continues on its
present course, within a very few years he will be a very
important artist,” she said.
Located in downtown Coral Gables,
ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries is Greater Miami’s longest-established fine
art gallery. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through
Friday and by appointment. The Crosthwaite exhibition will
be on display through May 30th and his works also are featured
on the gallery’s web site, www.virginiamiller.com.
For more information, call 305-444-4493.


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Before 1950s, transportation in Shigatse remained somewhat primitive. Residents relied on animals such as the yak as their main mode of transportation. There were no highways, only narrow winding trails extending throughout this area. This made it difficult for residents to get in touch with the outside world. However, subsequent development has greatly improved transportation in and around this area. Today Shigatse is the transportation center of Tibet. The China-Nepal Highway connects Lhasa with it and then stretches into Nepal. With the No.318 National Highway, Shigatse-Yadong Highway and Lhasa-Purang Highway passing by, the area is now connected to an extensive and efficient network of highways, and its 18 districts are interlinked. Without ready access to water and air transportation, the highway plays a very important role in the economy and day-to-day life there.
Shigatse Heping Airport is located in Jiangdang Township, Shigatse Region, about 43 kilometers (26.7 miles) to downtown area. It is the fifth civil aerodrome of Tibet (The other four are Gonggar Airport of Lhasa, Bangda Airport of Qamdo, Mainling Airport of Nyingchi and Kunsha Airport of Ngari). At present, the only airline here is the two flights every week from and to Chengdu. Shigatse Airport is 3, 782 meters above sea level, make it one of the highest airports in China. Passengers can take flights to get here and then take easy access to attractions like Mount Everest, Tashilhunpo Monastery and Sagya Monastery.
Beside of this Heping Airport, the Gonggar Airport (LXA) in Lhasa is also a good destination choice. Connecting airports are located in Beijing, Shanghai, Kunming, Xining, Xian, Lanzhou, Guangzhou, Chengdu and Chongqing. As Shigatse lies about 300 kilometers (about 186 miles) away from Lhasa, you may arrive in Lhasa and then take a long-distance bus to the city. The journey takes about four hours. Another option is to take a bus there directly from the Gonggar Airport.
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When Apple released the first iPhone in 2007, it was almost impossible to anticipate what it'd truly become. At the time of its launch, the hype surrounding it was incredibly high, and fortunately for Apple, that hype was only the beginning. Its first phone became in an instant hit, and the rest, as they say, is history.
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Michael Stuhlbarg, aged 55, was enjoying a serene evening near the lush greens of Central Park in the Upper East Side when the calm was shattered. The unexpected violence occurred around 7:45 pm near East 90th and East Drive.
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Xavier Israel, now facing assault charges, is no stranger to the law. His past is marred by violent behavior, including two assaults and a robbery in January 2022.
In a particularly cold-hearted act during the same month, Israel assaulted a Good Samaritan who had offered him a coat amidst freezing temperatures. This act of kindness was repaid with violence, an action that sums up Israel's troubling pattern of behavior.
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What of the mafia members who kept the Sabbath, gave to charities and believed in God while also knowingly and wantingly committing mortal sins (Murder, adultery, etc.)? Some of these men confessed they believed in Jesus, accepted him and yet knew they were destined for Hell.
I submit that judgement comes only from God. Any interpretation by man is a best guess.
Your ancestors ate the manna in the desert, but they died;
this is the bread that comes down from heaven so that one may eat it and not die.
I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world.”
The Jews quarreled among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us (his) flesh to eat?”
Jesus said to them, “Amen, amen, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you do not have life within you.
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day.
For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.
Just as the living Father sent me and I have life because of the Father, so also the one who feeds on me will have life because of me.
This is the bread that came down from heaven. Unlike your ancestors who ate and still died, whoever eats this bread will live forever.”
These things he said while teaching in the synagogue in Capernaum
Then many of his disciples who were listening said, “This saying is hard; who can accept it?”
Since Jesus knew that his disciples were murmuring about this, he said to them, “Does this shock you?
What if you were to see the Son of Man ascending to where he was before?
It is the spirit that gives life, while the flesh is of no avail. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.
But there are some of you who do not believe.” Jesus knew from the beginning the ones who would not believe and the one who would betray him.
And he said, “For this reason I have told you that no one can come to me unless it is granted him by my Father.”
As a result of this, many (of) his disciples returned to their former way of life and no longer accompanied him
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Simon Peter answered him, “Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.
We have come to believe and are convinced that you are the Holy One of God.”
Jesus answered them, “Did I not choose you twelve? Yet is not one of you a devil?”
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“Religion is man trying to reach God by his own efforts, through rituals and ceremonies and keeping of the laws and rules of the religion he is practicing.”
Like most things, much easier SAID than DONE.
Of all the people I remember telling me they had accepted Jesus into their life... none have actually been 'true' to Jesus.
Those who tell others all they have to do is accept Jesus into their life (like Televangelists)... always turn out to be the biggest sinners.
False dichotomy, based on a wrong understanding of the term "religious." Of course those who are adherents of false relgions are not saved, since they don't believe in the one true God. But Christians, i.e., those who trust in the Lord Jesus Christ for salvation, are also--and should be--"religious," meaning that they are members of a church, are regular and active in the life of the congregation, attending services, receiving Word and Sacrament, etc.
Look at the life together of "those who were being saved" (Acts 2) in the very first church: "And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers" (Acts 2:42). Those folks sound pretty "religious" to me.
And, while we cannot read hearts, there may be some people who are "religious" hypocrites, outwardly active in a Christian congregation but inwardly not trusting in Christ. But hopefully they are in the distinct minority--at least in the congregations I pastor. ;^)
As though anyone should take that whiny Charlie Hustle guy seriously...
8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-- 9 not by works, so that no one can boast
You left out the "and this not from yourselves" part of the verse. It's important. There can be arguments over it, but I see it saying that even faith is a gift from God.
But works helps our faith grow, doesn’t it? We all have something to give and in that giving we nurture what God has placed in us all. We become happy doing the right thing and we are ashamed and miserable when we do the wrong thing.
If I’m ashamed I don’t feel worthy of God or His grace—even if I know I can’t earn worth I won’t be trying to hide from God in shame. I know you can’t hide from God but we try when we are not living right. At least I do.
When I do what I know in my heart is the right thing, I find happiness and it helps my faith to grow and I feel closer to God. I don’t think I can change the grace of God, because grace is an unwarranted gift but it certainly helps me from trying to hide and hanging my head in shame.
That’s why government welfare is so insidious, it steals our faith and is a barrier in our faith. If we aren’t directly involved in helping one another it is all empty and we aren’t happy and we are ashamed with ourselves—that keeps us far from God and trying to run from Him. It makes us hopeless slaves to this world not a free people of God?
Religion and salvation are two vastly different things.
Have to disagree just a bit on that harsh of a statement. There are two types of religion manrntioned in Scripture. One certainly meets the criteria for what you piece is trying to say. The other is salvific religion.
James 1:27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.
Your definitions are lacking.
** Dont take Scripture out of context. Read what comes before and after the passage you’re looking at to get a clear picture of what it is actually saying. Dont do proof texts, which are usually isolated verses taken out of context. Much false doctrine comes from taking Scripture out of context and mixing it with human reasoning. You can prove just about anything you want to by taking Scripture out of context but that doesn’t make it so and it really doesnt prove anything.**
So true, and I wish people would not do it here on FR.
When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne. All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left.
Then the King will say to those on his right, Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.
Then the righteous will answer him, Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?
The King will reply, Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.
Then he will say to those on his left, Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink, I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.
They also will answer, Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or needing clothes or sick or in prison, and did not help you?
He will reply, Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.
C-bear, you posted: Ephesians 2:8-9, For by grace are you saved through faith, it is the gift of God; not of works, lest any man should boast.
You nailed it. Faith is not so much a choice; it is a gift of God. We should remember this so that we don’t brag about our own faith, and so that we don’t act unkindly to those who do not (yet) believe.
And while we can’t make anyone believe, we CAN be one of the means by which God gives the gift of faith to one who presently doesn’t believe.
Faith requires action. Faith has substance.
Deuteronomy 4:19 and Malachi 1:11.

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