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Cobalt; Glass 10; Ellipse; Ancestors; Beige; The Lizards (for Jim Jarmusch); Conic; Bley; Chrome; Continuing.
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THE HATEFUL EIGHT 2015
Samuel L. Jackson (Major Marquis Warren), Kurt Russell (John Ruth), Jennifer Jason Leigh (Daisy Domergue), Walton Goggins (Sheriff Chris Mannix), Demian Bechir (Bob), Tim Roth (Oswaldo Mobray), Michael Madsen (Joe Gage), Bruce Dern (General Sandy Smithers), James Parks (O.B. Jackson), Dana Gourrier (Minnie Mink), Zoe Bell (Six-Horse Judy), Lee Horsley (Ed), Gene Jones (Sweet Dave), Keith Jefferson (Charly), Craig Stark (Chester Charles Smithers), Belinda Owina (Gemma), Channing Tatum (Jody)
Directed by Quentin Tarantino
The Short Version: Another three hour (187 in its roadshow version) QT snooze-fest is the ultimate in pretentiousness on the part of America's most self-congratulatory director. Tarantino delivers his most long-winded work yet, moving along, as Kurt Russell says in the film, "molasses like". Fans of the director will find all his signature staples--a dearth of extraneous, unnecessary dialog; ego-stroking scenes that go on forever; mismatched music cues; flashbacks that bridge interminable yapping with bloody violence; nods to this or that film; and frequent use of the word 'nigger'. Tarantino is nothing else if not consistent. THE HATEFUL EIGHT is more like THE WASTEFUL THREE.
While transporting a criminal to Red Rock for hanging, John Ruth picks up a few more passengers aboard his stagecoach before a massive blizzard forces them to seek refuge at a waystation for the night. Four men wait inside, all of which have some story to tell and a bloody secret that unfolds over the course of a single night.
As an opening title card informs us, this is Quentin Tarantino's 8th (Boring) Movie... another movie where people talk about nothing for extended periods of time till jarring scenes of brutality upset the tedium. His 6th Boring Movie, INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS, the war picture that never depicts an actual war, was touted as the first of one big, boring trilogy--continuing with DJANGO UNCHAINED and wrapping up with THE HATEFUL EIGHT; which apparently has connections to characters in the aforementioned and awkwardly spelled INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS.
THE HATEFUL EIGHT is sort of a western version of Carpenter's THE THING (even implementing some of that film's unused music)--a film Tarantino already reworked to a degree for his RESERVOIR DOGS (1992). You'll also find elements that may remind you of snow-caked westerns like DAY OF THE OUTLAW (1959), the Spanish gore western CUT-THROATS NINE (1972) and Corbucci's THE GREAT SILENCE (1968). Another Italian western that seems very familiar is Giuseppe Vari's SHOOT THE LIVING AND PRAY FOR THE DEAD (1971)--a talky suspense western starring Klaus Kinski in one of his prime bad guy roles; but unlike Tarantino's movie it's only 90 minutes in length.....
Most movies, by the 70 minute mark, are building to a climax.... 70 minutes into THE HATEFUL EIGHT things are barely getting started (and there's 100 more to go!). Virtually every scene goes on ad infinitum. We're nearly 40 minutes in before the setting finally changes from a stagecoach to the "Minnie's Haberdashery"--owned and operated by Minnie, a character who is conspicuous in her absence, and one whom we meet in a flashback around the two hour mark. At that point, we're introduced (and, in some cases, re-introduced) to characters already at the cabin; and what happened to them prior to the arrival of the stagecoach.
From that point to the end, the oral onslaught continues but with the addition of extreme violence and bloodshed. It gets so ridiculous, it borders on parody. So much blood is splattered on, or seeping from, Jennifer Jason Leigh, you get the impression the director was trying to outdo the amount of red stuff Bruce Campbell wears in THE EVIL DEAD (1981). One of a few running gags, Daisy Domergue is not only drenched in bits of brains and gallons of blood, but gets punched in the face at regular intervals throughout the movie.
An epic in self-indulgence is what's really up on screen in 70mm. It's the director's ultimate gab-fest, trapping a group of people in a single locale where they talk... and talk.... and talk..... often repeating the same things over and over again. Imagine a record player skipping for 170 minutes. THE HATEFUL EIGHT is a near 3 hour bomb of intentionally repetitive ego-stroking.
One example of this film's monotonousness is witnessing people entering the establishment having to hammer nails into the door over and over again to keep the biting freeze of winter's breath from getting inside. Some half a dozen times we watch as various cast members nail flimsy boards into a door without a latch. Some would call this a running gag; I call it an editing problem.
Mercifully, Tarantino doesn't give himself an onscreen part in his Wild West version of GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER (1967), but he does narrate a few scenes; and not in a Morgan Freeman sort of way... no, it's like he's reading a book while sipping on a cup of hot chocolate by a warm fire. Merely telling us what we can clearly see transpiring onscreen, this does nothing to progress the story in any way.
There are some nice things on display, though. The director captures some awe-inspiring shots that serve the gloomy atmosphere very well. Sadly, these are few and far between; this is even more unfortunate since the director shot his picture in 70mm--a novel choice if only Tarantino had opted to take advantage of the process. Take THE ALAMO (1960), for instance. John Wayne's sprawling epic was that and more with the wider angle lens fitting the action like a glove. Tarantino, on the other hand, wants to give his audience an epic but settles for a stage play/sitcom style scenario where the setting is a single location. Why even bother? What's the point of having more room to play with if you're confining yourself to one room--two if you count the 40 minute slog inside a stagecoach.
The acting is mostly top-notch, which, considering the cast, is to be expected. Unfortunately, the director's penchant for doing everything over the top ruins any serious attempt at the material. For example, there's another tiresome running gag, this one about Samuel L. Jackson having a letter from Abraham Lincoln that opens the door for Tarantino to utilize his favorite epithet for comedy relief as opposed to further defining the villains--as there's no hero(es) here at all. Two times back to back we hear this line from a shocked Tim Roth and Walter Goggins, "The nigger in the stable... has a letter from Abraham Lincoln?!" Later as they sit at a table eating hot stew, the Lincoln letter comes up for the third time; and again, Tarantino indulges his repetitive nature.
In interviews the director said he infused his film with social relevance; yet there is little of it. Tarantino turns post-Civil War racial tension into a blood-drenched comedy routine. The two most unlikely of friends end up joining forces not because they've set aside, or even solved their differences, but out of a need for survival. The film wastes three hours exploring nothing of substance.
In all fairness there are a few strong moments that punctuate a scene or two, but the effect is mostly obliterated by a reliance on camp. The best of these suspense moments is the exchange between Samuel L. and Bruce Dern--two former enemies on the battlefield who still harbor a great deal of hatred between them. The scene in question has Major Warren (Jackson) feigning a desire to, metaphorically speaking, lay down arms a second time. It's a very well done sequence in terms of the editing; although Tarantino messes up the flow with a flashback--which is odd considering the sheer number of bland convos he gives the audience without any visualization at all. Unfortunately he mucks up the sequence with an awkward fellatio infused climax (haha).
Elsewhere, the KNB FX are as splattery as ever; even if they feel out of place in a movie that has people talking for hours uttering worthless dialog. There's no denying the director is a good writer, but narcissism has been the man's guiding force for at least seven years now; since as far back as his exploitation movie without any exploitation, the car wreck that was DEATH PROOF--one half of the failed 70s throwback, GRINDHOUSE (2009).
Most movies just get on with it. This one wants to take its shoes off and sit a spell. Tarantino continues to outdo himself; whether that's a good or bad thing depends on your opinion of the director's works. Fans of QT will lap it up while others will enjoy a three hour nap. It's a shame THE HATEFUL EIGHT is such a turgid experience; there's a fine story buried beneath three hours of pompous pandering by a director writing the longest love letter ever... to himself.

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With another model, no less
Words by Jadie Troy-Pryde
Bella Hadid is absolutely killing it at the moment. She’s one of the most sought-after models of the moment, she was the queen of the red carpet when she stepped out in that dress at the Amfar gala a few weeks ago, and she absolutely nails designer fancy dress.
So when speculation began mounting that she’s secretly been dating a model friend, Bella reacted in the same way she did when she bumped into her sister’s ex boyfriend on the red carpet – perfectly.
During Cannes Film Festival, Bella was spotted getting close to Jordan Barrett on a yacht (naturally), and then popping bottles together at a swanky event.
However, keen to set the record straight, Bella took to Twitter to let her fans know exactly what was going on between the pair.
‘J is like a brother to me buhhh this just ruined the surprise… interview w/ @DerekBlasberg coming soon!’ she wrote to her followers.
So there you have it – despite our hopes for this beautiful union, Bella seems pretty adamant that there’s nothing going on between her and Jordan. Never mind…


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Keep your most used tools, like scissors, craft knife and rulers, as well as pens and markers handy with this DIY desk organizer made with PVC pipe.
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Host Jane Lynch summed up much of Sunday night's Emmy Awards shortly after losing to Julie Bowen in the category of supporting comedy actress.
"Welcome back to the 'Modern Family' Awards," she said. "We've decided to throw them into the drama category and see what happens."
Good thing for drama winner "Mad Men" that the "Glee" star was kidding around. The sitcom collected five wins Sunday, including outstanding comedy, writing and supporting actor and actress.
Recognition was much more spread out in dramas, yielding a surprising number of smart choices from the normally predictable Emmy voters.
In one of the most pleasant shockers in Emmy history, Kyle Chandler beat out lead-actor favorites Jon Hamm and Steve Buscemi for his work in the final season of "Friday Night Lights."
"I knew for a fact that I would not be standing here," said a clearly humbled Chandler as he found himself standing there.
Melissa McCarthy's win for the sitcom "Mike & Molly" was another jaw-dropper, which perhaps had as much to do with her scene-stealing turn in the summer movie smash "Bridesmaids."
It was also a good night for the St. Paul-based Hubbard family. Their Reelz Channel aired "The Kennedys," which got a win for Barry Pepper, who played Bobby Kennedy.
Yes, "Mad Men" won best drama for the fourth year, a feat only accomplished by "The West Wing," "Hill Street Blues" and "LA Law," but the cast was once again shut out in the acting categories.
Martin Scorsese won his first Emmy for directing the pilot of "Boardwalk Empire," but you wouldn't know it by his staid reaction. I've seen people more enthused after winning a meat raffle. He should have taken a note from Margo Martindale, who won for best supporting actress for her frighteningly good performance in "Justified."
"Sometimes things take time," said the 60-year-old actress, who even went out of her way to thank USA Today's TV critic. "But with time comes great appreciation."
As acceptance speeches go, it was hard to top "Modern Family's" Ty Burrell, who managed to pay tribute to his late father and earn big laughs about how dad would have reacted to the fact that he wears makeup for a living.
"I would have said, 'Think of me as a very masculine lady,'" said Burrell. "And he would have answered, 'I already do.'"
"Downton Abbey" won five Emmys, including outstanding movie/miniseries, but there was also room to honor "Mildred Pierce's" Kate Winslet and Guy Pearce, who went on and on about how much fun he had "having sex" with his co-star. Winslet was too busy trying to stay in her dress to make similar wisecracks.
The ceremony itself was as much of a mixed bag as the dramatic category. Lynch did an above-average job, although some of her jokes got a little repetitive. (Yes, Jane, we know you're gay. And we don't care.)
For some reason, she kept trotting out a group of actors as a singing group called the Emmytones, an off-tune bit of comedy.
Then there were the annoying voiceovers provided by an actor who was smart enough to remain anonymous. When Peter Dinklage won a much-deserved award for "Game of Thrones," the voice commented that "Peter's a Marx Brothers fan. My favorite Marx brother? Richard." Ugh.
On the plus side, kudos to whoever cooked up the idea for all lead comedy actresses to come on stage when their names were called, as if this were a beauty pageant. Also, let's give high praise to those behind "The Office" spoof, with guest appearances from Amy Poehler, Ashton Kutcher and John Slattery.


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The Studios of Cocoa Beach, 159 Minuteman Causeway in downtown Cocoa Beach, is hosting a class on “Oil Painting a Seascape” on Saturday August 20, 2022 from 3 to 5 pm. The instructor is Delia Swenson, an accomplished painter and experienced teacher.
The fee for the class is $75 which includes all materials. Register online at www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. Visit the website to see examples of Delia’s work and information on the Studios, exhibits and other classes. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday 9 am to 7 pm and and Sunday 10 am to 3 pm.


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Railroading in the Old Line State
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● By Anonymous
From locomotive to caboose, trains carry much more than passengers or freight. Even before the famous golden spike was hammered into place connecting the first transcontinental railroad in the United States in Promontory Summit, Utah in 1869, trains have held a magical attraction; a sense of discovery at their peak in popularity and, today, nostalgic wonder. Riding on a train offers views of the American landscape unseen by car or plane; a closeness to the threads of our culture, itself weaving in and out of cities and farmlands.
In Maryland, there were a number of railroads that took cargo such as coal, livestock, and tobacco to seemingly far flung locales in the Ohio Valley, and passengers to local paradises such as the vacation hotspots Bay Ridge or Chesapeake Beach. Their history is ingrained in old railroad beds that crisscross the state, some barely held together by rusting spikes nearing 100 years in age. Their influence lives on in modern tracks carrying trains capable of reaching speeds never imagined when the railroading industry was in its infancy.
Maryland Lays First Track
Long before concrete and pavement formed a traffic web for interstate travel, the first track in our state to take a locomotive from station to station was the famous Baltimore-Ohio Railroad. The old B&O, as it’s colloquially known, was actually the first chartered railroad in the United States, receiving its charter on February 28, 1827. The B&O’s ceremonial First Stone was laid on July 4, 1828. It would become a railroad of firsts and one of the most innovative in history.
The hand that forced the B&O from drawing board to completion could be attributed to the Erie Canal in upstate New York. In 1820, the canal was built to accommodate rapid industrial growth with the goal of reducing transportation costs between the Eastern Seaboard—specifically New York City— and the Great Lakes region. It did this magnificently and other East Coast port cities, such as Philadelphia and Baltimore, fell out of favor as shipping points to western interior states (Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois). In an effort to compete with New York City and coincidentally introduce new technology to the U.S. in the form of the steam locomotive, two entrepreneurs—Philip E. Thomas and George Brown—along with 25 local merchants and bankers explored the best means possible to create an alternative transportation system, other than the Erie Canal . . . and the fastest. Their successful resulting plan was the B&O Railroad Company, which linked the port of Baltimore to the Ohio River with 380 miles of track by 1854 and generated a robust $2.7 million in annual revenue.
History buffs recall that the B&O introduced steam locomotive technology to the U.S.; namely the Tom Thumb, a demonstrative prototype engine built in 1830 that competed in a race with a horse-drawn cart to prove its worth. It passed the test, literally, and production began on a series of engines known at “Grasshoppers” and “Crabs.” But the most traveled of all “mules on the line” were the workhorse locomotives known as mallets, a type of large steam engine capable of hauling huge loads of coal, iron ore, and timber mined from the Appalachians near Cumberland, Maryland and Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. The first mallet was built in 1900 and named Old Maude, after a mule in a comic strip. Improved steam engine designs followed, and later diesel models were introduced (1925).
“The B&O worked hard at innovating and trying new things to help its business and I think that helps provide a positive legacy for the company and its employees in [the context of] American History,” says Nicholas Fry, archivist and director-at- large of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Historical Society. “Its history of being a pioneer makes it special. The B&O was the first common carrier railroad, had the first air-conditioned trains in the 1930s, the first streamlined trains in the world with the Adams Windsplitter in 1905, and the first unit coal trains in the early 1960s.”
Among the many significant firsts accomplished by the B&O Railroad Company, the most famous was the approval of the first telegraph line, which was built along the railroad’s right-of-way, between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore. When Henry Clay was nominated by the Whig Party as its presidential candidate on May 1, 1844, it was the first news to travel the wire. Twenty-three days later the telegraph was officially opened for business and Samuel Morse’s famous words, “What hath God wrought,” would forever alter the landscape of communication.
With the exception of a few interruptions in the railroad’s overall progress (the Civil War and Great Train Raid of 1861), the Industrial Revolution was charging full steam ahead and would propel towns, large and small, along the B&O into the 20th century. Though tourism was an afterthought to the bustling mining and cargo priorities of the B&O, it wouldn’t be long before it, too, emerged as an industry worth pursuing.
Life’s a Beach
The sustained success of the B&O Railroad spurred aggressive campaigns by many other entrepreneurs to build railroads throughout the region, but for reasons other than facilitating the gritty mining industry; namely travel and tourism. In the wake of the Civil War, America experienced the cultural equivalent of England’s Victorian Era. It was a period of romance, extravagance, worldly persuasions, and exploration. Old money began to rapidly exchange hands and new enterprises were often born from such wealth. Waterfront real estate—especially in the Chesapeake Bay region—was swiftly being developed into beach resort towns to lure the prosperous who could afford leisurely pursuits. Of course, building the fun was only half the storyline; developers also needed to build the means for travelers to get to their slices of paradise. Cars were not in the equation in the late 1800s and horse carriages weren’t exactly up to the task of quick, long-distance travel.
Among the dozens of rail lines that sprang up in the later part of the 19th century and early 20th, several of the more popular to emerge were the Wicomico and Pocomoke Railroad; Washington, Baltimore & Annapolis Electric Railroad Company; and the Chesapeake Beach Railway. Even Annapolis was connected to the small resort town of Bay Ridge via a 4.5 mile short line from 1886 to 1904.
Ocean City is, perhaps, the most popular destination in Maryland today, but in 1875, when the seaside community officially became a town, it was an arduous, all-day journey for Baltimoreans, Washingtonians, and Annapolitans. The Wicomico and Pocomoke Railroad, along with the completion of a wooden railroad bridge over Sinepuxent Bay, helped morph the sleepy town into a thriving resort by the turn of the century. Trains would deliver upwards of 3,000 tourists each summer; a number that grew with each passing season. Though the journey from Western Shore points such as Baltimore’s Inner Harbor would often begin by ferrying across the Chesapeake Bay, once on the Eastern Shore, beach-goers would catch the Lem Showell or Baltimore Flyer at the Clairbourne station in Talbot County, and arrive in Ocean City (often smudged with choochoo soot) ready to enjoy the cool, Atlantic waters.
A Refined Industry
As 20th century industry and ingenuity progressed towards 21st century technology, so too has Maryland’s railroads. Though many of the hard-worked rail lines of brute commodities have merged into one rail system, and old lines that ran passengers to beach resorts have been replaced by highways, there are still many lines in our state that cater to both the trade and tourist/ commuter sides of railroading.
The most heavily used rail line for transporting commodities in Maryland remains the same tracks that used to bear the B&O moniker. Today, those tracks, and most along the entire Eastern Seaboard, are part of one unified system known as the CSX, which competes with the trucking industry and hauls everything from Florida orange juice to Cumberland coal to points as far south as Miami and as far north as Quebec.
But for a nostalgic commuter railroading experience that harks back to the days of first-class travel, mountainous countrysides whizzing by, and girthy steam locamotives, the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad in Allegany County delivers. The three and a half hour round-trip train attraction departs Cumberland pulled by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 engine named Mountain Thunder (or the company’s restored diesel engine). The scenic trip chugs through the Allegheny Mountains passing gorgeous landmarks including “The Narrows” (a deep cut in the mountains known as “America’s First Gateway to the West”), “Helmstetter’s Curve” (a half-mile arc that sweeps across Cash Valley), “Brush Tunnel” (a curving portal through a mountain), and the turntables at “Frostburg Depot,” where a one-and-ahalf-hour layover allows ample time to explore downtown Frostburg, eat lunch, and shop boutique stores. You’ll even have time to visit the Thrasher Carriage Museum, where you can see examples of early-1800s transportation and ponder what travel was like before steam powered our nation and the great railroads of Maryland helped shape our state.

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Systematic Reviews | Year: 2015
Background: One of the most efficient radiation protection methods to reduce the risk of adverse health outcomes in case of accidental radioactive iodine release is the administration of potassium iodine (KI). Although KI administration is recommended by WHO's guidelines for iodine prophylaxis following nuclear accidents and is also widely implemented in most national guidelines, the scientific evidence for the guidelines lacks as the guidelines are mostly based on expert opinions and recommendations. Therefore, this study will provide evidence by systematically reviewing the effects of KI administration in case of accidental radioactive iodine release on thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and benign nodules. Methods: We will apply standard systematic review methodology for the identification of eligible studies, data extraction, assessment of risk of biases, heterogeneity, and data synthesis. The electronic database search will be conducted in MEDLINE (via PubMed) and EMBASE, and covers three search blocks with terms related to the health condition, intervention, and occurrence/location. We have no date or language restrictions, but restrictions to humans only. We will include studies comparing the effects of KI administration on thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and benign thyroid nodules in a population exposed to radioactive iodine release. The quality of the studies will be graded. If feasible, a meta-analysis will be conducted. Discussion: This proposed systematic review will update the existing WHO guideline from 1999. New evidence on the efficacy of KI administration to reduce thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and benign thyroid nodules in the event of an accidental release of radioactive iodine to the environment will provide the basis for an update of the WHO guideline for iodine prophylaxis following nuclear accidents. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO CRD42015024340 © 2015 Dreger et al. Source

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Revenue Administration Animated Short
Excerpts from short animation film.
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ANIMATED SHORT FILM
Idak Medya has contacted me for a five minute animated short for Turkish Revenue Administration, aiming to inform a young audience on the history and importance of tax. I have directed and animated the film and the 2D illustrations are provided by Hilal Özdemir.
Below you will find trailer for the film.


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This interview took place backstage before Ed Kowalczyk’s set at Java Rockin’ Land 2011. It wasn’t even planned; I was at the festival – not even on press duty – when I got a call from Mohammad Ridwan of Java Festival Production, asking if I could interview Ed for… 1 321 mots de plus
Check out my podcast 6/21 EST Thursday night at 8 and call in! My podcast series Culture Makers begins with a special guest who will be talking about his writing process, how he creates poetry and spoken word, and how he uses it to inspire and teach young folk to be creative and revolutionary in their own right.


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Trump Buys 100% of Miss Universe from NBC; Says All Lawsuits Are Settled
Remember how NBC/Universal was one of the first organizations to condemn Donald Trump‘s inflammatory remarks by cutting ties and refusing to air the Miss America pageant? Well, Trump may have put an end to the feud by buying out the network’s half of the Miss Universe Organization, making him the complete owner.
Trump previously hosted the beauty pageants as well as The Apprentice on NBC for over a decade before launching his campaign in June. After his infamous remarks on how Mexico was sending its rapists and criminals into the country, the network followed Univision’s example by refusing to air the program, with later caused Trump to promise a lawsuit in retaliation.
CNN Money reported that a spokesman confirmed the purchase, but included no further details such as the transaction price. Trump announced on Twitter that he also settled his lawsuit with the network, and that further information would follow shortly:
Just purchased NBC’s half of The Miss Universe Organization and settled all lawsuits against them. Now own 100% — stay tuned!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 11, 2015
[h/t The Hill]
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Florida health officials recorded another report-breaking day, as instances of coronavirus spiked to their maximum numbers but in each Miami-Dade and Broward County on Saturday.
HOW FOURTH OF JULY IN 2020 WILL BE UNLIKE ANY OTHER: NO BEACH, NO BOOZE, NO BBQ
Despite beach closures in advance of Fourth of July weekend to prevent large crowds from congregating, there had been 2,418 new instances of coronavirus in Miami-Dade County on Saturday.
Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber chastised residents for “not listening” and refusing to stick to social distancing protocols and masks mandates which have been in effect for weeks.
” For some people, they’re taking note of mixed messages from Washington, and they’re figuring out they don’t want to wear a mask,” Gelber advised Fox News’ Neil Cavuto in an interview on “Cavuto Live,” Saturday.
Marvin Turcios puts out American flags at Ocean’s 10 eating place on Miami Beach, Florida’s famed Ocean Drive on South Beach, July 4, 2020. The Fourth of July vacation weekend started out Saturday with some sobering numbers within the Sunshine State: Florida logged a file variety of humans testing high-quality for the coronavirus.(AP)
In Broward County, there were 1,346 new instances recorded, the Florida Department of Health stated, bringing the county’s total to 19,575.
State totals jumped over 11,000 cases, bringing Florida’s caseload to 190,052. Hospitalizations had been up by 585 humans and fitness officers said 14 percentage of Floridians had been infected COVID-19. The modern national rate of positive tests is 7.5 percentage, in keeping with Johns Hopkins University.
In addition, 18 extra people died in Florida, as the demise toll ticked up to 3,702 humans.
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”We have a totally serious health care issue,” Gelber stated. “We have over 1,400 people in our hospitals proper now. Our in depth care is increasing. Our human beings on vents is increasing. We can’t simply ignore that.”
The rapid upward push of the latest cases broke new information for the Sunshine State Thursday, as officials noted higher numbers of confirmed cases six instances more than the daily file last month.
Gelber acquired backlash from citizens as he tightened restrictions in his city, halting phased reopenings and implementing a curfew in an attempt to bring the spike in new instances down. In addition, restaurant-goers were ordered to put on a mask for the duration of their whole meals, most effective taking it off to devour and drink.
A institution of human beings, sporting face mask to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, walk alongside a beach course on Miami Beach, Florida’s famed South Beach, July 4, 2020.(AP)
Gelber said the measures were important and fought back towards assertions that the limitations had been an infringement on basic rights.
” There’s nothing extra American than sacrificing for your cherished one, for a neighbor or for a stranger. And it’s time that people simply follow those guidelines. Wear a mask. It’s no longer a political statement,” he stated.
As Florida struggled via the July 4th weekend, so did different states in the country.
Alabama this week also set a file for infections suggested in a day, with greater than 1,seven-hundred new confirmed cases recorded Thursday, and state fitness officers concerned that the vacation weekend could cause the sort of spike that followed Memorial Day weekend.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.


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The Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli has been banned by the Football Association for one match, fined £25,000 and ordered to attend a re-education programme for posting an image on Instagram that was racially offensive, including anti-Semitic.
Neil Warnock says Crystal Palace have “no chance” of signing Ashley Cole because he does not want to return to England.
Analysing BBC's Match of the Day leaves one conclusion: Alan Shearer must go
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Match of the Day faces a difficult task of being all things to all people in under two hours on a budget incomparable to Sky’s wealth.
Gary Lineker is a consummate presenter with an unparalleled playing pedigree among his television cohorts but it is difficult to agree with his assertion yesterday that criticism of the show is driven solely by the Daily Mail.
MOTD is a welcome presence on our screens and the widespread frustration with it is that it simply should be better than it is. The balance of highlights and analysis is a difficult one to strike within tight time constraints but Gary Neville’s popularity underlines the demand for intelligent insight.
Whatever improvements have been made, there is still too much “he’ll be disappointed with that” and ‘talking-over-the-pictures-just-saying-what-is-happening-as-if-that-constitutes-analysis’.
Getting rid of Alan Shearer (above) would be a start. Great player, terrible pundit. There are too many of those.
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A barbecue and antique car show were scheduled today at the docks in Newport, so Chris and I got there well before everything really started. (I like arriving before the crowds arrive and before the overcast breaks up.) Thought you might like seeing the sort of things I photograph in a situation such as this.
First of all, I HAD to shoot this cool texture! I shot it last week, but had to shoot it again because you can NEVER have enough texture. And maybe the light was a little different this morning, I don't know... I'm sure this photo will insinuate itself into a photomontage some day.
Then I saw this pretty boat moored across the way, sitting solitary and serene, reflected in the glassy water.
But what about the cars? Only a few had arrived, but I particularly liked the back end of this blue VW bug. A Chrysler Woody was parked across the way, and I was drawn to the emblem on the hood and the weird shadows running along a diagonal on the right. (I hid my own reflection in the center vertical section of the emblem.)
Since we were right next to piles of buoys, and since there still weren't many cars ("Oh, we never know how many will be here until maybe 10 or 11 o'clock"), I'd be foolish to NOT check them out, right? (No matter that I was at this same location a week ago.)
Unwilling to wait for more cars to arrive, we headed home, stopping briefly at the farmers' market (it IS the last day of National Farmers' Market Week, you realize) where I took a number of photos, including these luscious tomatoes and bell peppers. A loaf of garlic herb focaccia, a bag full of basil, and a lemon cookie accompanied us on our drive home. Alas, the cookie didn't survive the trip.
Quite the visual potpourri, no?
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I will be buying a home to rehab and right now we are looking at the Melbourne area. A real estate agent told me that Palm Shores Mims and Titusville are the next towns for growth. I want a location that will be booming over the next few years. Anyone know the area?
Fiserv and Money Magazine both said they expected up to 20% growth in Lynn Haven/Panama City area. Keep an eye on St. Andrews (in Panama City) the airport is being shut down and a larger airport is being built North of the Beach. The airport is sitting on bay front property. This will be developed over the next few years (2009 I beleive). Also beach property where I live is cheap right now. Stay away from condos, the high rises are going up left and right with no buyers. P.C. Beach area is getting revitalized and lots of construction right now, but it will be done soon and it will be worth it.
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DNA viruses are known to be associated with a variety of different cancers. Human papillomaviruses (HPV) are a family of viruses and several of its sub-types are classified as high-risk HPVs as they are found to be associated with the development of a number of different cancers. Almost all cervical cancers appear to be driven by HPV infection and HPV is also found in most cancers of the anus and at least half the cancers of the vulva, penis and vagina, and increasingly found in one sub-type of head and neck cancers namely oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. Our understanding of HPVs role in cancer development comes from extensive studies done on cervical cancer and it has just been assumed that HPV plays an identical role in the development of all other cancers arising in the presence of HPV sequences, although this has not been proven. Most invasive cervical cancers have the HPV genome integrated into one or more sites within the human genome. One powerful tool to examine all the sites of HPV integration in a cancer but that also provides a comprehensive view of genomic alterations in that cancer is the use of next generation sequencing of mate-pair libraries produced from the DNA isolated. We will describe how this powerful technology can provide important information about the genomic organization within an individual cancer genome, and how this has demonstrated that HPVs role in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma is distinct from that in cervical cancer. We will also describe why the sequencing of mate-pair libraries could be a powerful clinical tool for the management of patients with a DNA viral etiology and how this could quickly transform the care of these patients.
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New Buffy The Vampire Slayer Young Adult Novel Arrives In January
In Every Generation is written by Kendare Blake and will be published on January 4.
A YA novel series based on Buffy the Vampire Slayer is on the way. The first novel in the new Buffy trilogy is set to arrive in January 2022, to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the classic TV show.
As reported by Polygon, the first Buffy novel will be titled In Every Generation and written by Kendare Blake, who is best known for the popular Three Dark Crowns series. It will be published by Disney Hyperion on January 4. Buffy is one of many former Fox properties acquired by Disney in 2019.
In a statement, Blake said, "I have been a Buffy fan since the womb, or at least that's what it feels like. Being a fan of Buffy was the whole reason for taking on In Every Generation. I had no choice. You don't say no to Buffy. If you want to visualize the writing of this book, just imagine the iconic scene from Singin' in the Rain. Except instead of Gene Kelly, it's me, and instead of that wet street with the lamp post, it's Sunnydale Cemetery full of vampires."
A synopsis for In Every Generation has also been released. It reads, "Frankie Rosenberg is passionate about the environment, a sophomore at New Sunnydale High School, and the daughter of the most powerful witch in Sunnydale history. Her mom, Willow, is slowly teaching her magic on the condition that she use it to better the world. But Frankie's happily quiet life is upended when new girl Hailey shows up with news that the annual Slayer convention has been the target of an attack, and all the Slayers--including Buffy, Faith, and Hailey's older sister Vi--might be dead.
"That means it's time for this generation's Slayer to be born. But being the first-ever Slayer-Witch means learning how to wield a stake while trying to control her budding powers. With the help of Hailey, a werewolf named Jake, and a hot but nerdy sage demon, Frankie must become the Slayer, prevent the Hellmouth from opening again, and find out what happened to her Aunt Buffy, before she's next."
Buffy the Vampire Slayer was created Joss Whedon and starred Sarah Michelle Gellar, Alyson Hannigan, and Charisma Carpenter. The show ran for seven seasons, from 1997 until 2003. In February, Carpenter accused Whedon of harassment on the Buffy set, while co-star Amber Benson described it as a "toxic environment."
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Creating Safer Communities Across Rural Mariposa County
- Clay River, Prevention Specialist
- Alliance for Community Transformations, Rural Mariposa County
Our community, like many others, has challenges in recognizing and responding to abuse. Our prevention work is aimed at educating the community about ways to prevent and address violence in the many forms it takes.
We believe that through partnerships and community engagement, we can work together to end violence and create a safe, peaceful Mariposa County. Through many years of getting to know our community and building upon shared values, we have cultivated opportunities to work together towards collective goals.
After years of relationship building, we found alignment with school districts to pursue a prevention plan together. Schools are particularly protective environments where youth can learn healthy peer-to-peer relationship skills and help create positive atmospheres.
When we originally explored this approach, we did not expect to be using an established program. We learned early on in our planning process that an evidence-based program was required for our funding. Our initial reaction was disappointment, because we wanted to be able to design a program that was specific to our rural community. Our staff, in partnership with leaders in our education system, had conversations about how to make a pre-designed program work for our community, and felt that we could still make it work. We decided upon the Shifting Boundaries program, which supports students and staff in making learning environments safer by integrating the use of school wide interventions, interactive activities, and classroom lessons.
We started Shifting Boundaries in all seven Mariposa County sites with middle school level students. Over time, we learned what works well and what doesn’t. To meet the needs of the community, we’ve had to make adaptations to our approach. Being culturally responsive and inclusive is an ongoing process, as is working with youth because their culture often changes. Additionally, we’ve had to figure out how to make some of the components of Shifting Boundaries work in our rural environment. We will continue to make changes over the years as we learn more.
To this day, we’re working to overcome many challenges, such as communicating the importance of our work amid many competing priorities, and trying to shift cultural attitudes about violence, such as the idea that it is not preventable. In spite of these issues, we are fortunate to have relationships within our school system who believe in our work—and funding for several more years to sustain this program over time. If we had more staffing and funding, we would probably make a bigger impact over time.
We are still learning about what works to engage young people in violence prevention, and the best ways to educate our community. We do know that we need many partnerships and the support of nearly everyone in order to be successful; but we’re measuring changes over time, and we know that Shifting Boundaries is making an impact.

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I am in love with the Fly A Kite collection. I can't wait to cut into these for a kids quilt.
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Alfalfa provides solid nutrition to roses, supplying nitrogen, calcium, iron, phosphorus, and other nutrients, including a fatty acid known to promote plant growth. Work alfalfa meal or pellets into soil around roses (1 cup per large bush; one-half cup for miniature roses). You can also brew alfalfa tea by soaking alfalfa meal or pellets in water. Discover tips on making and using alfalfa tea from the American Rose Society.
Protect the roses over the winter. Roses that are left tall may be damaged by heavy winds and frosts during the winter. Trim the canes down to 2 feet (0.6 m). Tie them together with twine, to help protect them from inclement weather. Heap a mound of compost around the base of the bush, then top it with a layer of straw. When the weather warms to above 51 degrees, remove the compost mound.
Grow your roses indoors, alternatively. You can also raise roses in a greenhouse. You’ll need containers that are at least 9 inches (22.9 cm) wide. Spread 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) of small pebbles at the bottom of each pot to ensure good drainage and fill each with halfway with well-draining soil. Plant the roses just beyond the graft point and then water well.
When the rose hips are ripe, after about four months, cut them off the bush. Some rose hips will turn yellow, orange, or red, but others stay green even when they are ripe. You can open the hips as soon as harvested or you can store the unopened hips in the refrigerator for several weeks before opening. Then slice the rose hips in half, and open them with a knife. A butter knife will do just fine. Now, dig the rose seeds out of the rose hip with the knife, and throw away the pulp and outer shell.
The next step when you grow roses from cuttings is to use a pencil or metal probe push down into the planting site soil to make a hole that is deep enough to plant the cutting up to about 50 percent of its overall length. Place the cutting that has been dipped into the rooting hormone into this hole. Lightly push the soil in around the cutting to finish the planting. Do the same thing for each cutting keeping them at least eight inches apart. Label each row of rose cuttings with the name of the mother rose bush it was taken from.
Choose rose varieties. Did you know there are 13,000 varieties of roses? Some roses grow better in certain regions than in others. When you're choosing what type of rose to grow, take some time to research the specifics of your growing region, then look for roses that have characteristics you find appealing. Take their shape, size, and color into account when choosing varieties to grow. Roses fall into the following categories:
I would definitely mix in some compost with your garden soil as this will improve the structure of it. The dusting with fungicide is useful as it prevents the risk of infection, however, if you keep an eye on them and be ready to spring into action then it could be worth trying without . As for planting, I would personally keep them inside for a while, give them a chance to strengthen up before putting them outside in the elements!
One way to stratify the rose seeds is to place the cleaned seeds on a paper towel (a heavyweight brand such as Bounty). Then moisten the paper towel with a solution of half & half purified water and peroxide (to help prevent mold). Fold the paper towel closed, encasing all the rose seeds in the moistened paper towel. Then place the towel full of seeds into a plastic zippered bag. Mark the seed variety and date on the outside of the plastic bag with a permanent marker, and then place the bag into the refrigerator set at about 34-38 degrees. Never freeze the seeds, and do not let them dry out. The moistened paper towel should remain moist in the closed plastic bag for many weeks.
I have a hybrid tea (Sterling Silver) rose plant in a 1 gallon plastic pot that was recently gifted to me in September. I have not had time to plant it yet, and am afraid to do so now b/c we had our first frost this week. Could you please provide me with any tips on how to overwinter it indoors? I do have one room in the house that is cooler (65 to 68 degrees, F) and has east, west and south-facing windows that I think would be ideal for overwintering the rosebush in. Do I need to repot it into a clay pot, and should I hard prune it now, or just remove any deadwood? This particular rose varietal has a lot of sentimental meaning for me, and I really want to keep it alive so that I can plant it outdoors next spring. Thanks in advance for your help!
Roses are usually grouped into one of two broad categories: old roses and modern roses. Old roses are those varieties discovered or developed prior to the introduction of the hybrid tea rose in 1867. But like everything else in the world of roses, when it comes to determining how a particular rose should be classified, it’s not always crystal clear.
Put the rose cuttings directly into water. It’s very important for the rose cuttings to stay hydrated so that they don’t dry out before you plant them. Immediately after you take the rose cuttings, put them in a cup of room temperature water until you’re ready to transfer them. Ideally, you’ll be ready to put them into the soil right after you cut the stems.
Hybrid teas and floribundas usually grow no more than 2 to 3 feet high. Their form is coarse, and hardly very appealing, but they do have the ability to produce an abundance of flowers throughout the growing season. The hybrid tea has large, single blooms on long, stiff stems, whereas the floribunda has slightly smaller clusters of blooms on stems that are not as stiff.

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HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system. If it isn’t treated, it can develop into AIDS, which is a prolonged and often fatal illness. HIV is spread through vaginal, oral, or anal sexual contact. It’s also spread through blood, blood factor products, injection drug use, and breast milk.
A series of blood screenings are performed to test for HIV. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), also known as an enzyme immunoassay (EIA), is the first test that your healthcare provider will order to screen for HIV. ELISA, like the Western blot test, detects HIV antibodies in your blood. Antibodies are proteins your immune system produces in response to the presence of foreign substances, such as viruses. If you test positive for HIV on the ELISA test, your provider will order the Western blot test to confirm HIV infection.
The ELISA and Western blot tests are recommended if you’ve been exposed to HIV or are at risk for contracting HIV. Those at risk for HIV include:
You may opt to have the test done if you’re uncertain about your HIV status, even if you’re not in a high-risk group. It’s a good idea to get tested on a regular basis if you participate in high-risk behaviors, such as IV drug use or unprotected sex.
You don’t need to do anything to prepare for the ELISA or Western blot test. It takes very little time to give a blood sample, but it may take several days, and in some cases weeks, to get the results. Make sure to tell your healthcare provider as well as the laboratory technician if you have a fear of needles or faint at the sight of blood. They can take appropriate precautions to provide for your safety in the event that you should faint.
Before having these tests, you’ll probably need to sign a consent form. The test and procedure should be explained to you. The procedure for getting a sample of your blood is the same for both tests. A medical professional will:
You may be asked to elevate or flex your arm to reduce the blood flow after the test, to decrease further bleeding.
Giving a blood sample isn’t painful, though you may feel a sting or a pricking sensation as the needle goes into your vein. Your arm may throb slightly after the procedure.
The blood sample will be sent to a laboratory for analysis. For the ELISA test, a lab technician adds the sample to a Petri dish containing HIV antigen. An antigen is any foreign substance, such as a virus, that causes your immune system to respond.
If your blood contains antibodies to HIV, it will bind with the antigen. The technician will check this by adding an enzyme, which helps speed up chemical reactions, to the petri dish. Afterward, they’ll watch how your blood and the antigen react. If the contents of the dish change color, you may have HIV.
The general process of a Western blot test is similar. However, the Western blot method is more complicated. It involves separating the HIV sample into its component proteins using an electrical current. Then, these proteins are transferred to a special kind of blotting paper and reacted with your blood sample. An enzyme is used to cause color change and detect antibodies.
These tests are very safe, but rare complications can occur. For example, you may:
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider if:
Contact your healthcare provider right away if you experience any of these complications.
If you test positive for HIV on the ELISA test, you might have HIV. However, sometimes there can be false positives with the ELISA screen. This means that test results indicate that you have HIV when you actually do not. This is why more sophisticated tests such as the Western blot assay are performed to confirm whether you have the virus. For example, having certain conditions such as Lyme disease, syphilis, or lupus may produce a false positive for HIV in an ELISA test.
If you test positive on the ELISA screen, your healthcare provider will order a Western blot test. If you test positive for HIV with the Western blot test, you probably have HIV.
Sometimes, HIV doesn’t show up on the ELISA test even though you’re infected. This can happen if someone is in the early stages of the infection, and their body hasn’t produced enough antibodies (in response to the virus) for the tests to detect. This early stage of HIV infection, in which a person has HIV but tests negative for it, is known as the "window period." Learn more about HIV and its window period.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a person’s window period is usually between three and 12 weeks. However, in rare cases, some people can take as long as six months to develop antibodies.
Though both tests are simple and straightforward, waiting for the results can create anxiety. In many cases, you’ll have to talk to someone either in person or over the phone to receive your results, regardless of whether they are positive or negative. A positive test result can trigger strong emotions. Your healthcare provider can refer you to counseling or HIV support groups.
Although HIV is very serious, there’s medication that can help prevent HIV infection from developing into AIDS. It’s possible for you to live a full and long life. The earlier you discover your HIV status, the earlier you can begin treatment to prevent health complications or transmission of the infection to others.
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The Little History of Essex Hardback
There is nothing `little' about the history of Essex!
However, this small volume condenses that fascinating, rich history into a collection of stories and facts that will make you marvel at the events our county has witnessed. Discover the development of ship building at Harwich, the silk and woollen industries in central Essex, the fortunes of Chelmsford and Colchester and the rise of seaside resorts at Southend and Clacton.
Take a journey through Essex's historic struggles and celebrations or jump in to the era of your choice to discover the who, what and why of our county's history.
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- Publication Date: 01/09/2017
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Welcome to Longbox Junk, where I write comic reviews that nobody asked for!
What's that you say?
I promised a King Conan series review and the title CLEARLY says nothing about King Conan?
Fear not, Conan fans! That series review is in the pipeline, just delayed a bit. I completely forgot that October is upon us. October isn't Conan season. . .October is Longbox Junk HALLOWEEN HORROR season!
That's right, it's that time of year when I take a look at the spooky side of comics, and I try to pack as many of them as I can into the month of October! So, settle back, turn down the lights, and let's have some Halloween fun!
I'm starting off this Longbox Junk spookathon with something brand spankin' new! So, before we begin. . .
THIS IS A REVIEW OF A COMIC THAT IS ON THE STANDS RIGHT NOW. THIS IS YOUR SPOILER WARNING!
Okay? Everybody in that's staying in? Let's do this!
SGT. ROCK vs.
THE ARMY OF THE DEAD #1
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COVER: Gary Frank
NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT
SCRIPT: Bruce Campbell
PENCILS: Eduardo Risso
INKS: Eduardo Risso
Ah. . .There's the good stuff! My favorite WWII infantry dog captured in a freeze frame moment of action against a horde of the undead! It's super-detailed and full of action. This is the kind of thing that makes me want to buy a comic book! Let's get inside. . .
BERLIN: 1944. As the Allies move in on the German capital, A-dolf H-itler becomes more and more desperate to turn things back around. Operation: Regeneration is put into action. A mad experiment in returning dead N-azi soldiers back to life, using a combination of chemicals and electricity.
After an allied patrol is decimated by seemingly unstoppable German soldiers, Sgt. Rock and Easy Company are summoned to HQ for a special mission. . .infiltrate deep into hotly contested enemy territory, find where the re-animated soldiers are being created, find one Doctor Morell (the head of the project), and do what Easy Company does best.
To aid in the mission, Easy Company is issued some experimental equipment, including thermal imaging scopes, and are shown one of the re-animated soldiers. . .but during the briefing, the undead German breaks free and attacks!
Easy Company quickly discovers that the process doesn't just bring the dead back to life but gives them superhuman strength and ability to resist damage. It takes the combined firepower of the whole squad to bring just the ONE undead German down!
After seeing what it took to destroy the escaped creature, Rock isn't very confident about their chances on this one. . .
To be continued.
I LOVED seeing this issue on the stands! Sgt. Rock is one of my favorite comic characters of all, and it's been a while since DC gave us Rock fans anything new to sink our teeth into. And then, it's a horror mashup with Sgt. Rock versus N-azi zombies? Sign me up!
This first issue is mostly setup for what's to come. Most of the page space is taken up with various expository briefings, except for a bit of action bookending the issue with the zombie attack on the allied patrol at the front, and the captured zombie attacking at the end.
Fortunately, in such a dialogue-heavy issue, Bruce Campbell does a good job at capturing a military feel and flavor in the character speech. Unfortunately, he doesn't spend any time at all on introducing Rock and the rogues of Easy Company, sort of leaving new readers out of the loop and aiming this story at established Sgt. Rock fans. That said. . .there's 5 more issues, so a little more background may be coming.
On the art side of things, I'm a BIG fan of Eduardo Risso. Since I read 100 Bullets, I've gladly bought just about anything with his name attached to it. I love his clean, dark artwork, his spare backgrounds, and his supremely expressive faces. That said. . .I'm not entirely sure he's the BEST artist choice for a Sgt. Rock story.
Don't get me wrong. . .the art isn't bad by any means. Risso is a great artist and there are certainly some great moments in this issue. I just think a Sgt. Rock story demands a little grit, a little dirt. Risso's art is super-clean and sharp. Someone more along the lines of a David Finch or the like might have better served the dirty dogs of Easy Company. But like I said about the story above, there's still 5 issues coming to prove me right or wrong.
It's a little strange for me to review a comic before the whole story is out, but I like what I see so far! Beside the bare fact that DC has decided to throw us Sgt. Rock fans a 6-issue bone, I happen to really like when genres are mashed up. . .in this case, war and zombies. Yeah, it's been done before, but it's still fun in MY book.
Bruce Campbell does a fine job with writing on this one, giving a good sense of military speech in the multiple briefing/ exposition scenes, but kind of leaves new readers in the dark as to who these guys are. Without a little background, there's not much to tell the characters of Easy Company apart.
Eduardo Risso turns in a predictably great job on the art, but in MY humble opinion, he might not be the best artist for a gritty WWII story. His art is just too sharp and clean. This is the kind of story that demands some dirt. That said, the art's not bad and Risso fans will definitely want to add this one to their collection.
Overall, I liked this a lot and can't wait to see what happens next. If you're a Sgt. Rock fan, or an Eduardo Risso fan, then this is a MUST-BUY! If you're looking for a good zombie/ war mashup, then this one is a good choice so far. The first issue is a bit full of briefings and exposition, but if I know Sgt. Rock, it won't stay that way for long!
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Friday, July 20, 2007
A Wrinkle in Time
A Wrinkle in Time
by Madeleine L'Engle
I don't remember exactly when I first read A Wrinkle in Time as a child, but I remember that it had quite an impact on me. I'd never read anything quite like it before. The young protagonist, Meg, who seemed so much like me, the fascinating characters, such as Mrs. Who, Mrs. Whatsit, and Mrs. Which, and the journey through time and space to battle a terrifying evil, all captured my heart.
So when Square Fish (a Holtzbrinck imprint) emailed me to let me know that they were releasing a new edition of the Time Quintet series, and asked me if I wanted a review copy, I was thrilled to have a chance to revisit a special book from my childhood. I wasn't disappointed. The story itself is just as captivating as I remembered it and the message, about battling the forces that threaten our free choice and individuality, resonates just as much today as it did then, if not more so.
The new edition has lovely new cover art, an introduction by Anna Quindlen, an interview with Madeleine L'Engle, and a copy of L'Engle's Newbery acceptance speech. The interview is short and I wish it had brought out more background information, but it is interesting for what it reveals of L'Engle's personality. The Newbery acceptance speech is fascinating and well worth reading.
If you already have a copy of the Time Quintet books, the new editions probably aren't unique enough to justify a purchase. However, if you're looking to add this classic to your library, or if your own editions are getting tattered and need replacement, check out these new editions. I hope that the new editions will bring a new generation of fans to these books.
Here's an interesting interview with Madeleine L'Engle from Newsweek


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GRANVILLE, Mass. (WWLP) – The suspect has been identified for multiple break-ins and stealing motor vehicles in Granville back in 2021.
On April 21, 2021, at approximately 2:52 a.m., the Granville Police Department got a complaint of a stolen vehicle from a local residence, according to the Granville Police Department. There were also multiple reports of car break-ins throughout Granville that morning as well.
The suspect has been identified as Felix Gonzalez of Hartford, Connecticut. A warrant for his arrest was issued by the Westfield District Court. Gonzalez was charged with the following:
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Then on November 16, 2022, the investigations unit discovered that Gonzalez was being held by the Connecticut Department of Correction, and applied for an extradition warrant, which was then approved. Gonzalez is currently awaiting extradition to Massachusetts where he will then be arraigned on all charges.


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Jim Hillibish: You’ll be doing the salsa all winter
Nothing like digging into a jar of salsa -- your own salsa, not that over-processed commercial stuff.
Making your own salsa makes you realize that it is a bright condiment with a balance of heat and sweet and well-defined flavors. It’s not the mushy stuff that tastes like tomato purée.
Our recipe has three uses — immediate, frozen and canned. Salsa will be best refrigerated for 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For the diet and health-food conscious, imagine the benefits of salsa over cheese or dairy dips.
Gardeners find salsa the great consumer of large tomato and pepper crops. Our recipe makes 17 pints, but you can easily halve or quarter the ingredients for good results.
Refrigerated salsa lasts about three weeks, frozen about six months and canned up to a year. This makes a medium-heat salsa. Use more or less hot peppers to fit your family’s taste.
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- 30 medium and large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
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- 8 teaspoons pickling or kosher salt
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Gicumbi district has to complete the project of building houses for genocide survivors especially in Mutete and Muko sector by the end of this month of July 2013.
This was decided by the Security Council of the district toast met on Wednesday the 3rd.July.2013.
The Security Council had many issues to discuss among which include houses for genocide survivors, the property related cases that have be ruled and different issues that affect security in the district.
The executive secretary of Mutete sector Paul Mbonyi says this sector has 48 houses for genocide survivors that need to be renovated including 13 that have to be destroyed and rebuilt.
Concerning the issue of the properties that were destroyed during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis that need to be compensated, Mutete sector has about 2996 cases with 1354 completely solved and 1642 that still need to be worked on.
Mutete sector is the sector in Gicumbi district with many genocide survivors and Muko has 248 cases to be worked on.
On the issue of genocide survivors’ properties that were destroyed during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis, Alexandre Mvuyekure the mayor of Gicumbi district said most of these cases will have to be completed by 30th July.
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Whole-Wheat Orzo Salad with Broccoli-Pine Nut Pesto
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HMRC has today updated and expanded its information on the issue of Mini Umbrella companies. The full updated guidance can be found here:
Every business which either places or uses temporary labour should be aware of the potential dangers posed to their business by Mini Umbrella Company (MUC) fraud in their supply chain. Not only can a fraudulent supply chain lead to reputational and financial damage to your business, but your workers may not receive all they’re entitled to. MUC fraud also significantly reduces tax payments to HMRC including PAYE, National Insurance and VAT.
As an end user or provider of temporary labour it is your responsibility to be clear about who ultimately pays the workers and how they are paid. This is the only way to protect your business from becoming entangled in MUC or other supply chain frauds. Most MUC arrangements are considered to be fraudulent, so make sure you spot the warning signs to protect your business.
What is Mini Umbrella Company Fraud?
The MUC model is an employment intermediary model which presents an organised crime threat to the UK Exchequer The fraud is primarily based around the abuse of two Government incentives aimed at small businesses – the VAT Flat Rate Scheme and the Employment Allowance. But this type of fraud can also result in the non-payment of other taxes such as PAYE, National Insurance and VAT. This is reducing vital funding for the public services we all rely on. MUC fraud is not limited to specific trade sectors and can be found in supply chains whenever temporary labour is used.
In its simplest form the MUC fraud model involves splitting up a workforce into hundreds or thousands of small limited companies set up solely to enable the fraud. The workforce is generally a temporary workforce who historically would have been paid by an employment agency or an umbrella company. The structuring of the MUCs is facilitated by a promoter business (sometimes also known as an outsourcing business) which may have other linked businesses to support the operation. The creation of the MUCs and the complex layers of businesses within the supply chain help to facilitate the fraud.
For employees, who are often oblivious to these arrangements, the use of this model can result in the loss of some employment rights. Workers in MUCs are usually unaware of who their employer is and they can be moved regularly between MUCs to help maximise profits from the fraud.
How you can spot Mini Umbrella Company fraud and protect your business.
There isn’t a standard MUC fraud model and arrangements are constantly evolving as organised criminals are trying to hide their fraudulent activities from HMRC.
However, there are some common features which businesses might come across during their regular Due Diligence checks. Information from sources such as the Companies House register might help to spot warning signs when completing the quarterly Employment Intermediary Reports or the Key Information Document for Workers.
- Unusual company name - Often multiple companies are set up around the same time which have a similar or unusual name. These companies will often be registered at an address which does not seem suitable for the types of business activities.
- Unrelated business activity description - Do the nature of the business activities described in the Companies House entries seem compatible with the services provided by the workers?
- Directors being foreign nationals – Often foreign nationals are appointed as directors when an MUC is formed or they can replace a temporary UK resident director after a short period of time. Usually the directors will have no prior experience in the UK labour supply industry.
- Unusually high movement of workers - Are workers moved between different employers who meet the above criteria for being MUCs on a fairly frequent basis?
- Very short-lived businesses - The individual MUCs have a fairly short lifespan (often less than 18 months) before being allowed to be dissolved by Companies House as a result of their failure to meet their filing obligations. New MUCs will then take their place in the supply chain. You should notice this as you may find that you need to issue a new Key Information Document to workers on a fairly regular basis.
As the MUCs sit low down in the supply chain it may be challenging to spot them. HMRC advises businesses to remain vigilant, especially where the employer of the worker is not the Umbrella Company they may have a contract with.
It is important for businesses to consider the credibility of the supply, payment arrangements and other surrounding circumstances to help safeguard themselves from financial, operational and reputational risks. Guidance on undertaking robust Due Diligence can be found here: The supply chain due diligence principles.
What is HMRC doing about Mini Umbrella Company fraud?
Mini Umbrella Company fraud creates an uneven playing field for those employment agencies and businesses who follow the rules. HMRC’s Fraud Investigation Service is using both its civil and criminal powers to challenge those who are involved and facilitating this type of fraud. HMRC has recently made a number of arrests in relation to MUC fraud and has also taken steps to deny the right to recover input tax in cases where it has established that a business in the supply chain knew, or should have known, that there was fraud.
HMRC is working with trade bodies and other Government Departments to raise awareness of the MUC fraud model and its risks more widely. HMRC is also currently undertaking a programme of activity to establish the levels of Due Diligence being undertaken by employment agencies and end users who use temporary labour. As part of this programme HMRC plans to issue advice on the levels of due diligence expected by businesses to help prevent them becoming a victim of the fraud.
If you have concerns about a supplier or engager of Labour, or associated activities, contact the HMRC hotline on: 0800 788 887 (open 8am to 8pm every day). For more details see how to report fraud to HMRC.
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Combination Pap test should be used for screening
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Using a combination Pap and human papillomavirus test as the primary screening method for cervical cancer could result in improved detection rates compared with standard Pap tests, according to a study by U.K. researchers in the December 6 edition of The Lancet. Current screening approaches typically first employ a Pap test to detect signs of abnormal cervical cells, then a follow-up HPV test if abnormal cells are detected. HPV, a sexually transmitted virus, has been linked with almost all cervical cancer cases, and a negative HPV test as a follow-up to an abnormal Pap test typically rules out the risk of cancer. But the U.K. researchers, using Digene's combination Pap-HPV test on more than 10,300 women in five cities, found that the combination test was more sensitive than a standard Pap test alone, detecting 97.1% of precancerous cervical tissue, compared with 76.6% with the standard Pap test. "We have known for decades that HPV is the primary cause of cervix cancer," said lead researcher Jack Cuzick. "We now have a test that can very accurately detect its presence. Our findings are so promising that a pilot project should now be set up to see how the new test should be integrated into the existing cervical screening program."
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The National Socialist Movement will be holding a “rally” in our wonderful city of Newnan tomorrow – Saturday, April 21. Antifa will also be on hand to “protest” said rally.
Local residents decided to have their own rally the night before, including a prayer service at Greenville Street Park, where the protest and demonstration will be held. Around the downtown Courthouse Square, there was face painting, lots of live music, packed restaurants and stores. Most of the businesses will be closed on Saturday, often their busiest day, because of the events. So, locals came out Friday night to support them because that is who we are.


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Grudge Dolph is the Hawkins Pirates' ship.
Grudge Dolph was docked alongside Stay Tuned and Victoria Punk on the coast of the Kid Pirates' hideout island as Kid, Apoo, and Hawkins formed their alliance. It is unknown what happened to the ship after Kaido landed on the island and fought the crews.
- One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 79 Chapter 793 and Episode 763, Victoria Punk makes its first apearance.
- One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 79 Chapter 793 (p. 10) and Episode 763, Victoria Punk is seen docked on the island where the Kid Pirates, On-Air Pirates, and Hawkins Pirates formed their alliance.


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In a new advance in its showdown with China, US has assigned activities of six China-based media organizations as unfamiliar missions. Such an assignment requires the outlets to advise the US State Department of their faculty programs and land possessions. US Secretary of Stae Mike Pompeo said that the new advance was taken to oppose socialist propoganda. Pompeo additionally said that the US will begin an exchange with European Union on China.
The State Department named the recently assigned distributions as the Yicai Global, Jiefang Daily, the Xinmin Evening News, Social Sciences in China Press, the Beijing Review, and the Economic Daily. It brought to 15 the quantity of Chinese news sources so assigned for the current year.
It was the most recent U.S. step to check Chinese action in the United States in the approach the Nov. 3 official political decision, in which President Donald Trump has made an extreme way to deal with China a key international strategy topic.
Pompeo said the move was essential for endeavors to stand up against “Chinese socialist purposeful publicity endeavors” in the United States.
“They are additionally generously possessed, or successfully constrained by an unfamiliar government,” he said.”We are not putting any limitations on what these outlets can distribute in the United States; we basically need to guarantee that American individuals, purchasers of data can separate between news composed by a free press and publicity disseminated by the Chinese Communist Party itself. Not something very similar.”
The proofreader in-head of Chinese state-upheld Global Times paper said in a tweet that the U.S. had “gone excessively far” and that China would fight back.
“However long Chinese news sources endure real damage, Beijing will fight back, and US news sources’ activity in HK could be remembered for counter rundown,” Hu Xijin said.
The State Department has required Chinese news sources to enlist as unfamiliar missions and declared in March it was cutting the quantity of writers permitted to work at U.S. workplaces of significant Chinese news sources to 100 from 160.
Accordingly, China removed around twelve American reporters with the New York Times, News Corp’s Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post.
The United States likewise said a month ago it would require senior Chinese negotiators to get State Department endorsement before visiting U.S. college grounds or holding social functions with in excess of 50 individuals outside mission grounds.
China’s government office didn’t quickly react to a solicitation for input.
Washington assigned four significant Chinese news sources as unfamiliar government offices in June and five in February.


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Robert Englund's portrayal of Freddy Krueger was a hit in the 90's and is still loved today. His international success of "V" and the Nightmare on Elm Street sequals revolutionized horror movies.
Englund has worked on over 75 feature length films, four TV series and countless episodic guest star roles. He now does directing as well as acting and has done voice-over work and internet programming.
The character of Freddy Krueger has appeared on talk shows, rap videos, video games, and even cartoon appearances. He was a guest on "The Simpsons, "South Park," and "Family Guy" with each using Englund's voice. and each role involved
Robert Englund is sought after as a guest at film festivals and cons alike.
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sales of 70.52 million Romanian Leu [US$18.49 million]
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based in Italy
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Cemacon SA reported sales of 87.06 million Romanian Leu (US$22.83 million)
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Namibia is a vast wilderness of stark, arid landscapes, rugged coastlines and ever-changing colours. It contains the oldest desert on the planet, the world’s highest sand dunes and second largest canyon, carved by the Fish River. There is plenty to see here, including a range of wildlife – though the real draw of Namibia is its wild, rugged landscapes.
On a tailor-made itinerary to Namibia we would recommend visiting the Namib-Naukluft National Park. It is home to Sossusvlei, the giant red sand dunes for which Namibia is best known. The area is truly a photographer’s paradise, especially at the Deadvlei clay pan. It is also incredible when viewed from above in a hot air balloon.
Go whale-watching, look-out for dolphins, seals and penguins on the west coast at Swakopmund before travelling inland to the heart of Damaraland. A highlight of a trip to Namibia is most certainly a stay at Grootberg Lodge, owned by the local community and set on the rim of the Grootberg plateau with breathtaking panoramic views of the Klip river valley.
For wildlife viewing, journey through Etosha National Park towards the dried out salt pan that dominates the landscape of the park. It is said that the salt pan originated over 12 million years ago as a shallow lake. For only a brief period each summer, the pan floods and teems with flamingos and pelicans. Other parts of the year, wildlife flock at the few watering holes, making them prime locations to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs and prey.
Meanwhile, the NamibRand Nature Reserve also features impressive dunes, alongside quirky ‘fairy circles’ (similar to crop circles) which bring an added mystery to the landscape. The reserve is one of Africa’s largest private sanctuaries and one of unparalleled beauty and diversity, inhabited by oryx, springboks, ostriches, cheetahs, aardwolfs and more.
Finally, the Caprivi Strip is often likened to Chobe National Park 15 years ago. Lush vegetation supports an array of wildlife including elephants, buffaloes, lions, hippos and crocodiles, which mostly live in the Caprivi’s five protected areas: Popa Falls Reserve and Mudumu, Mamila, Mahanga and Bwabwata national parks. This area is densely populated and so you will come across many local scenes en route.