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Lindsay Lohan is Wanted
Every actress wants to be wanted in LA, just not the way that Lindsay Lohan is wanted today. The Beverly Hills Police Department has issued a warrant for her arrest stemming from her 2007 DUI.
“In response to media inquiries, [the] Beverly Hills Police Department is confirming a warrant was in fact issued today [March 13] for the arrest of Lindsay Lohan. The $50,000 warrant issued by the Beverly Hills Superior Court stems from a May 2007 arrest of Miss Lohan for DUI and hit-and-run. The circumstances leading to the issuance of the warrant by the court are not readily available at this time. It is our hope that Miss Lohan will surrender herself so that this matter will be resolved in a timely manner.”
This was the arrest stemming from the car chase after her assistant and her assistant’s mom, the cocaine was found in her pants (these aren’t my pants!). She spent a whole 87 minutes in jail for the original DUI charges. It may be that LL hasn’t done her 18 month alcohol education program. But we will find out soon enough.


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Insurance regulators in Massachusetts are examining Point32Health after the company reported a data breach affecting its Harvard Pilgrim commercial and Medicare Advantage plans, State House News Service reported May 29.
The Boston Globe reported May 23 that the incident left the payer unable to process claims or prior authorization requests for more than a month. GBH News, the local PBS station, reported May 18 that some members were unable to use their health benefits entirely and were told by providers their coverage had been terminated.
The incident involved data that was copied and taken between March 28 and April 17, and it is unclear how many individuals have been affected. Harvard Pilgrim said in a May 23 news release that the files at issue may contain information about current and former members and their dependents, along with current contracted providers. Specifically, the information may include names, addresses, phone numbers, birthdays, health insurance account information, Social Security numbers, provider taxpayer identification numbers and clinical information
According to the SHNS report, state regulators are monitoring how the incident could impact the company, members and providers, along with what resources Point32Health is providing members and providers.

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That would be real nice I want a yu gi oh game like dawn of destiny
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Would be cool for them to revisit old ideas that aren't strictly based on the card game too like Forbidden Kingdom, Dungeon Dice monsters, Capsule Monsters etc..
but thats never going to happen. Something like Sacred Cards for the GBA, where it was open world battle city would be nice too, but again don't see it happening
Yeah that would be awesome I really want a full fledged yu gi oh game open world dueling for cards but still going through the main story one can dream
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Dude, I recently finished Hamster Universe. This was mild
All this RNG nonsense...
About time I finished this
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Information from the NH Steward of the Connecticut River Conservancy, American Red Cross,
Healthy Swimming Mapper and National Weather Service
The weekend forecast looks promising (fingers crossed) for warm, sunny days. In case you’re seeking fun and safe ways to cool off in the water, there are some important safety considerations to be aware of following all of the recent rain and flooding.
In talking with Kate, NH Steward from the Connecticut River Conservancy, there are several factors to consider:
flooding causes new things to be introduced into the water :
car oil from the roadway or parking lot has to go somewhere in all the flood water – just one example of things that get deposited into our waterways
newly deposited snags
in addition to private septic flooding, more commonly, sewage treatment plants can and do overflow; this can carry fecal matter as well as other pollutants downstream.
new debris may be washed into the water, and with higher water levels from flooding may not be visible from the surface
other safety considerations
new bacteria, including e-coli are frequently common after heavy rain events
cyanobacteria blooms happen at various times depending on water conditions, and is something to pay attention to after rain events
safety markers and buoys can be washed away making it more difficult to locate safe spaces to enjoy water
river banks can become unstable
if you do come into contact with floodwater, wash any exposed skin
if you are recreating near a dam, pay attention to water releases. Forecasted releases and current conditions coming out of hydro dams can be found on Waterline http://www.h2oline.com/
regardless of water conditions, wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) while recreating on the water is always important for safety
In a nutshell – proceed with caution
Often general recommendation is to wait a few days following a major rain event before using the body of water for recreation. This is a general rule of thumb, and varies by body of water based on several factors.
If you’re going to enjoy the water this weekend, enjoy it in an area you know well and have observed frequently.
Are the water conditions different than normal?
consider how fast the water is flowing compared to normal conditions
strong currents can persist much longer than the rain event itself, the strength of the current may be deceiving when viewing it from land
consider how well you can see through the water
new debris, unstable footing etc. can cause unsafe footing
Check resources to understand flood status, and current warnings for local bodies of water
The American Red Cross shares information, safety tips and resources for flooding in our area: redcross.org
Healthy Swimming Mapper: this resource has recently been shared by the town of Lyme following the high levels of fecal bacteria in Post Pond.
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On August 11, 2000, at 1900 hours Pacific daylight time, a Barclay/Vincent Murphy SR 2500, N24VW, struck a standpipe while attempting to land on an access road near Bakersfield, California. The amateur-built airplane, owned and operated by the pilot under the provisions of 14 CFR Part 91, was destroyed in a post impact fire. The pilot and two passengers sustained serious injuries and a third passenger was fatally injured. One of the passengers subsequently died from her injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the personal local flight that had departed from a dirt airstrip adjacent to the access road at an earlier time. No flight plan had been filed.
A deputy from the Kern County Sheriff's Department interviewed witnesses. A compilation of witnesses stated that they were having a church barbeque at a private residence where the airstrip was located. The pilot had offered to take the three passengers around the area to look at some of the local farms.
Three other witnesses located 100 yards, 1/4 mile, and 1/2 mile from the accident site saw the airplane rocking back and forth from wing tip to wing tip. They believed that the pilot was having problems maintaining a straight and level flight attitude. One witness saw the airplane strike the ground in a right wing low attitude and cartwheel after impact.
The owner of the property from where the airplane had taken off stated that he saw the airplane on approach to the airfield and believed that the pilot intended to land. He stated that the airplane was off the centerline while at a low altitude. He heard the engine accelerate and saw the airplane begin to gain altitude. He then heard the engine begin to "pop and sputter without gaining altitude." He indicated that the airplane appeared to be too high to land at the dirt strip. As the airplane continued down a dirt access road, he saw it collide with an irrigation standpipe.
A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector interviewed the pilot. The pilot indicated he had been flying for about an hour and this had been his third flight of the day. At the time of the accident he had just reduced the power setting in order to descend. The pilot advanced the throttle full forward so he could arrest the rate of descent and circle to land. He stated that the engine failed to respond and continued to run at idle power as the propeller windmilled. He moved the mixture and propeller controls forward, and adjusted the position of the throttle. He then verified that both fuel valves were in the open position and verified the ignition/magneto switch was in the both position. The pilot stated that he was unable to restart the engine, and his descent continued. He overflew the airstrip and attempted an emergency landing in a cornfield.
WRECKAGE AND IMPACT INFORMATION
The airplane was inspected on scene by an FAA inspector. The inspector reported that the fuselage had been damaged by fire from the engine firewall to the tail section. The cockpit instruments were unreadable due to the fire damage. The two rear passenger seats were found about 10 feet from the tail section of the airplane. The two front seats remained in place in the forward portion of the cockpit. The tail section separated from the airplane and was lying next to the right rear side of the airplane. The propeller and spinner remained attached to the engine crankshaft. One blade of the propeller appeared to be undamaged and the other blade was bent towards the cambered side at the tip.
The FAA inspector observed that the left wing had struck a metal irrigation standpipe during the descent to landing.
The Safety Board investigator conducted a review of the airplane construction, airframe, and power plant logbooks. The airplane was built by the owners from a Murphy Super Rebel (SR) 2500 kit, serial number 024, purchased from the Murphy Aircraft Company in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada, in February 1999.
Review of the aircraft construction logbook disclosed that the initial Experimental Category airworthiness certificate was issued under 14 CFR Part 21.193 on March 17, 1999. The special airworthiness certificate was issued on December 4, 1999, and the maiden flight occurred on December 9, 1999. The initial 25-hour test period was completed on January 8, 2000. The next condition inspection was due in December of 2000.
On March 28, 1999, an engine overhaul was completed and total time was reported as 2,161.08 hours. On December 6, 1999, the engine was ground run for 15 minutes at 1,000 rpm to check for leaks. The next entry stated the owner found "some" nuts and bolts loose and tightened them. On December 7th and 8th, 1999, the engine was started and test run, with a warm up at 1,500 rpm, per Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) Overhaul Test Run Standard Acceptance Test (72-70-14). On December 8th the fuel injection system was adjusted according to TCM bulletin SID 97-3 and TCM manual X30593A. The engine was returned to service with a total time of 2,163.00 hours and a tachometer time of 2.0 hours.
The power plant was examined on September 1, 2000, under the supervision of the Safety Board investigator, with a representative from TCM, who was a party to the investigation. The examination took place at KL Aviation in Bakersfield.
The investigators conducted a visual inspection of the engine. The top spark plugs were removed and examined. According to the Champion Aviation Check-A-Plug chart AV-27, the spark plugs displayed coloration consistent with normal operation. The rocker covers were removed. The valves and valve train were intact. Manual rotation of the crankshaft produced thumb compression in all six cylinders in the proper firing order, and valve train continuity was established. Both magnetos were thermally damaged by the post impact fire and could not be operationally tested.
The fuel pump was removed and inspected. The drive gear and drive coupling were intact and the pump was manually rotated with no discrepancies noted. The throttle and throttle valve were in were jammed closed. The throttle valve linkage to the metering unit was bent about 90 degrees. This was attributed to impact forces sustained during the accident sequence. The idle speed stop screw was found about 1/8-inch off the throttle shaft arm. No further mechanical anomalies were noted.


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A 63-year-old Ancaster man has been charged with two counts of adult voyeurism after he was caught using a cell phone camera to take videos up women’s dresses on June 18.
Const. Claus Wagner said Hamilton police were called at about 5 p.m. to a supermarket in Ancaster where staff were holding the suspect. Another customer saw the man videotaping women at the store and grabbed the phone.
Police continue to investigate the incident and further charges are possible, he said.


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Featured Poem: Easter Song by George Herbert
A last taste of Easter with this week's Featured Poem from George Herbert.
A very Happy Easter from all of us here at The Reader. It's back to the books for us but we couldn't resist one last taste of Easter (not including the many chocolate eggs still to be consumed...). This week's Featured Poem comes from George Herbert.
I got me flowers to strew Thy way,
I got me boughs off many a tree;
But Thou wast up by break of day,
And brought’st Thy sweets along with Thee.
The sun arising in the East,
Though he give light and th’ East perfume,
If they should offer to contest
With Thy arising, they presume.
Can there be any day but this,
Though many suns to shine endeavour?
We count three hundred, but we miss:
There is but one, and that one ever.
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Health insurance plans pushed back Friday against lawmakers who want to prevent them from raising premiums or cutting benefits in Medicare Advantage plans. The industry says such adjustments are inevitable given that the health reform law cuts payments to the program by more than $130 billion over 10 years.
"Washington can't slash ... Medicare Advantage and then try to shift the blame to the health plans that administer the program when those cuts inevitably result in higher premiums and benefit reductions for seniors," Robert Zirkelbach, spokesman for America's Health Insurance Plans, said in a statement.
The statement comes in response to a letter House and Senate Democrats sent to Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Thursday asking her to thoroughly review Medicare Advantage bid submissions for 2011. The deadline for the bids is Monday, June 7.
The Medicare Advantage program allows about 11 million seniors to get their Medicare benefits through private plans, but Democrats have for years tried to rein in the program because it costs more per beneficiary than the traditional Medicare benefit known as fee-for-service.
The health reform law "removes unwarranted overpayments that have caused Medicare Advantage to cost more than Medicare fee-for-service, shortened the solvency of the Medicare trust fund, and led to higher premiums for the more than three-quarters of beneficiaries in traditional Medicare," the letter states. "In phasing out these overpayments, (the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) must ensure that plans work to trim administrative costs and other overhead, rather than merely shifting additional costs onto beneficiaries to preserve their bottom line."
The letter to Sebelius was signed by senators Max Baucus (Mont.) and Jay Rockefeller (W.Va.), respectively chair of the Finance panel and its health subcommittee, and by Reps. Henry Waxman (Calif.), Sander Levin (Mich.), Frank Pallone (N.J.) and Pete Stark (Calif.), the chairmen of the Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means panels and their health subcommittees.

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This weekend was lots of fun! Eric mountain bikes with the coolest people. It was actually pretty chilly in the mountains so I got to make use of multiple knitted objects. Hats, scarves, mittens! I finally got a decent modeled shot of the mitered mittens I made out of some beautiful handspun yarn in my stash.
Turn A Square (ravelink) would be perfect.
Check out more pictures from the weekend below! Here is a link to the slide show if you can't see it below!

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Qualifier Bhuvana Kalva of Andhra Pradesh, ranked 49th in the country, sent 16-year-old third seed Victoria Chehal of National Tennis Academy packing in the first round of the women’s singles main draw at the Central Excise AITA Open grass court tennis tournament here on Monday. Bhuvana won 6-1, 6-1.
The tournament, which works as the precursor to the National grass court event, has drawn a number of high ranked players looking to sharpen their skills ahead of the big event slated for next week.
In the men’s singles main draw, T. Elwin Anthony of Tamil Nadu defeated eighth seed Sagar Manjanna of Karnataka 6-1, 6-4. The rest of the seeds made it to the next round.
The results: Singles: First round: Men: T. Elwin Anthony (TN) bt Sagar Manjanna (Kar) 6-1, 6-4; Tushar Mandlekar (Chg) bt Arpit Sharma (Raj) 7-6(0), 6-1; Kunal Anand (Dli) bt B. Sai Saran (AP) 6-1, 6-2; Sagar Ahuja (Mah) bt Chinmay Pradhan (Odi) 6-4, 4-6, 6-3.
Women: Shalaka Uddur Manjunath (Kar) 4-6, 6-4, 6-2; Nithyaraj Baburaj (TN) bt Amala Amol Warrick (Kar) 6-3, 6-3; Varunya Chandrasekhar (Kar) bt Silky Sachdeva (Dli) 6-1, 6-4; Namita Bal (Mah) bt Uthra Venkatesh (TN) 6-3, 7-6(5); Bhuvana Kalva (AP) bt Victoria Chehal (NTA) 6-1, 6-1; Sahan P. Shetty (Kar) bt Dipti Stivastava (Ben) 6-1, 6-1; Amrita Mukherjee (Ben) bt Krutika S. Raj (Kar) 6-0, 6-0. — Principal Correspondent


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JAGEL, ABRAHAM (16th century), ethical writer. He was the author of Gei Ḥizzayon, a narrative and ethical work written in 1587, the first part of which was printed in Alexandria in 1880. Copies of Gei Ḥizzayon, either in manuscript or in printed form, are very rare; the complete work exists in manuscript form in the British Museum. The author has been identified with Abraham b. Ḥananiah *Jagel, but according to the data available this is not conclusive; from a passage at the beginning of Gei Ḥizzayon, it seems that his father's name was Jacob and not Ḥananiah. Should this interpretation be correct, then this Abraham Jagel is not the same as the one who wrote Lekaḥ Tov. The form and structure of Gei Ḥizzayon was influenced by the tradition started by Dante and followed by a number of Italian Hebrew writers. The author describes a visit to the heavenly regions guided by the spirit of his dead father. The main theme of the work is ethical: Jagel uses various literary forms to try to guide his reader toward the right moral way of life. His philosophy, deeply influenced by Renaissance concepts including a belief in astrology and predestination, at the same time posits the premise that man's actions can be motivated by ethical and religious choice, and are not only determined by fate.
Besides its direct ethical teaching, the work is a composite of three distinct literary forms:
(1) It is an autobiography in the form of narration to his father in which he tells him of his life after the latter's death. Told in prison, where he was incarcerated because of financial troubles, Jagel describes the place in detail. Gei Ḥizzayon is the first autobiography in Hebrew literature of an ordinary man who relates his troubles without attaching any historical, literary, or religious importance to the events in his life. The story is told sporadically and in short spurts during the first half of the work.
(2) The author uses the novella form to relate the lives of the dead for moralistic purposes. During their sojourn in the heavenly regions, Jagel and his father meet many spirits, both good and evil, who tell them the story of their lives. These prose narratives clearly belong to the Italian novella genre of the time which Jagel adapted in the form of moralistic Jewish fables. He thus introduced some of the earliest Renaissance novellae into Hebrew literature.
(3) The vision as aesthetic vehicle forms an important part of the second half of the work. Jagel, not a kabbalist in the full sense of the word, was nevertheless familiar with kabbalistic ideas. The visions described are influenced by kabbalistic concepts, though the aesthetic aspect of the vision is stressed more than the kabbalistic theological element. The influence of Dante and his followers is most pronounced in this literary aspect of Gei Ḥizzayon.
M. Steinschneider, in: HB, 4 (1861), 122 no. 74; C. Roth, The Jews in the Renaissance (1959); Gei Ḥizzayon (1887), preface by A.B. Mani.
Sources: Encyclopaedia Judaica. © 2007 The Gale Group. All Rights Reserved.

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Fruit infused water has become a popular alternative to sugary drinks and plain water. It’s an excellent way to stay hydrated while enjoying the natural flavors of fruits and herbs. Lemon blueberry fruit infused water is a refreshing combination that not only tastes great but also has numerous health benefits.
Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and aids in digestion. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants that protect the body against free radicals and reduce inflammation. When combined, these two fruits create a delicious and healthy drink that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
When purchasing a fruit infuser water bottle or pitcher, it’s essential to consider the size and material. A larger size is ideal for those who want to make a large batch of infused water at once. The material should be BPA-free and durable to ensure that it lasts for a long time.
We tested several fruit infuser water bottles and pitchers to identify the ones that are easy to use and clean while producing flavorful and healthy infused water. In this article, we will share our findings on the best lemon blueberry fruit infused water recipes and the best infuser bottles and pitchers to make them in.
Best Lemon Blueberry Fruit Infused Water Bottles
Looking for a refreshing way to stay hydrated throughout the day? Look no further than lemon blueberry fruit infused water! This delicious and nutritious beverage is a great alternative to sugary sodas and juices, and it’s easy to make at home. All you need is a high-quality fruit infused water bottle, some fresh lemons and blueberries, and water.
We’ve scoured the internet to find the best lemon blueberry fruit infused water bottles on the market. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly option or a high-end bottle with all the bells and whistles, we’ve got you covered. Check out our top picks below and start enjoying the benefits of lemon blueberry fruit infused water today!
We highly recommend the Hint Water Blueberry Lemon for those who want a refreshing and healthy drink that tastes great.
- The blueberry and lemon flavors are surprisingly accurate and delicious.
- Hint Water contains no sugar, sweeteners, or calories, making it a guilt-free treat.
- Drinking Hint Water can help you stay hydrated and improve your overall health.
- Some people may find the fruit flavor too weak.
- The plastic bottles are not environmentally friendly.
- Hint Water may be more expensive than other bottled water brands.
We were pleasantly surprised by the delicious taste of the Hint Water Blueberry Lemon. The fruit essences create a refreshing and authentic blueberry and lemon flavor without any added sugar or sweeteners. It’s a great alternative to sugary drinks and a perfect way to stay hydrated throughout the day.
One of the best things about Hint Water is that it’s free of sugar, sweeteners, and calories. This makes it a great option for those who want to enjoy a tasty drink without any guilt. Drinking Hint Water can also improve your mood, complexion, and joint health.
However, some people may find the fruit flavor too weak for their liking. Additionally, the plastic bottles are not environmentally friendly, which may be a concern for some consumers. Finally, Hint Water may be more expensive than other bottled water brands.
Lemon Perfect, Hydrating Organic Lemon Zero Sugar Flavored Water, Squeezed from Real Fruit, Keto Friendly, Plastic Neutral, No Artificial Ingredients, 6-Flavor Variety Pack (12-pack)
If you’re looking for a refreshing and healthy drink, we highly recommend Lemon Perfect.
- Full of flavor with real organic lemon juice
- Zero sugar and no artificial flavors or sweeteners
- All-natural ingredients with only 6 simple ingredients
- May not be as sweet as other flavored drinks
- Only comes in a 12-pack
- Higher price point compared to other bottled waters
Lemon Perfect is a delicious and refreshing flavored lemon water with zero sugar and no artificial flavors or sweeteners. It’s powered by half a squeezed organic lemon in every bottle, which makes it high in immune-boosting vitamin C.
What we love about Lemon Perfect is its clean and simple ingredients. It contains only 5 calories and is made with triple-filtered water, organic lemon juice, organic plant-based sweeteners, organic flavors, and Vitamin C. Plus, it’s proudly certified Plastic Neutral, which means it’s environmentally friendly.
One thing to note is that Lemon Perfect may not be as sweet as other flavored drinks. However, it’s a great option for those who want a healthier alternative to sugary drinks.
If you’re looking for a refreshing and hydrating drink, then Lemon Perfect Blueberry Acai is a great option.
- Made with real fruit
- Zero sugar
- Contains electrolytes and antioxidants
- A bit pricey
- Some bottles may arrive damaged
- The Blueberry Acai flavor may not be for everyone
We love that Lemon Perfect Blueberry Acai is made with real fruit and has zero sugar, making it a healthier option than other sugary drinks. It’s also keto-friendly, which is great for those following a low-carb diet. The drink contains electrolytes and antioxidants, which can help replenish your body and boost your immune system.
However, the price point may be a bit high for some people, and some bottles may arrive damaged due to shipping. Additionally, the Blueberry Acai flavor may not be everyone’s cup of tea, so it’s important to keep that in mind.
We highly recommend purchasing Hint+ Vitamin Tropical for a delicious and healthy hydration option.
- The tropical flavor is incredibly refreshing and accurate.
- The added vitamins and minerals give a great boost to your immune system.
- There are no calories, sweeteners, or sugar, making it a clean and healthy option.
- The price may be a bit high for some.
- The flavor may not be for everyone.
- The added vitamins and minerals may not be necessary for everyone’s dietary needs.
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This summer Brian Burton (aka Danger Mouse) unveiled details about 30th Century Records, his imprint in collaboration with Columbia Records. Today, it’s with great excitement that the world-renowned artist, songwriter, and producer shares news of the eclectic label’s first official release, 30th Century Records Compilation Volume I, featuring eleven tracks of guitar-based brilliance. The compilation will be available everywhere December 18.
A psychedelic mosaic with international scope, 30th Century Records Compilation Volume I, touches both future and classic sounds from the sun-drenched shores of Brazil to the murky depths of Glasgow. Dan Auerbach’s blistering riffage in The Arcs, and Autolux’s arty experimentalism are featured alongside Sam Cohen’s rough-hewn authenticity and emotive rockers from newcomers like Nine Pound Shadow and Waterstrider. Compiled by Danger Mouse, this album finds guitar music alive and well from the garage to the depths of space.
NPR has shared two of the compilation’s tracks today, Sam Cohen’s collaboration with Danger Mouse entitled “Lose Your Illusion” (LISTEN), and Nine Pound Shadow’s “Melody” (LISTEN). Both tracks are available everywhere today, November 13.
iTunes – http://smarturl.it/LoseYourIllusion
Spotify – http://smarturl.it/LYIStreamNine Pound Shadow’s “Melody”
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Spotify – http://smarturl.it/MelodyStream


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Saturday, February 14, 2009
Baked Pears filled with chocolate, Almonds, and Orange in a Flaky Pastry Shell - Valentine's Day Part 1
So this is Ian's and my Valentine's Day Part 1, and of course why not start off with dessert? Today is also our first year anniversary (yay) and we had this amazing reservation at one of the top restaurants in Montreal that we had to book many weeks in advance. Unfortunately with all that was going on this week we had to cancel and spend the night inside, which was a lot of fun!
If you stick around for the next couple days I will be posting the other delightful aspects of our meal, but today we do dessert. And what a dessert it was. I was just flipping through this Jamie Oliver book called Jamie’s Kitchen that I took from home, and this recipe screamed out from between the pages at me. How could I say no? Chocolate inside a pear wrapped in flaky pastry, come on, there isn’t a person out there strong enough to say no.
Now, I don’t know how to accurately explain how marvellous the taste was, it was just so incredible. These little bundles were all you thought they would be, and more. Each flavour played perfectly with the others and came together to make this "Super Dessert". It’s probably what superman eats every day to keep his energy up. I think the key factor to keep in mind is to use good quality chocolate. In this I used Vhalrona Chocolate, but most quality 70% chocolates will do. To put it over the top I served them straight out of the oven with a huge scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on the side.
Now you might be like me and think that filo pastry is daunting and not worth the work. Let me tell you, it is so simple and easy to work with, just buy a package of frozen sheets and slather each layer in butter. This was actually the first time that I worked with filo and I am now saddened that I waited so long. I will be making many more recipes with these flaky tender sheets. Watch out world, I’m going to cover everything in filo!
So just to rub it in, on a day that is practically dedicated to chocolate, Ian and I ate the ultimate in chocolate desserts.
Baked Pears Filled with Chocolate, Almonds, and Orange wrapped in Flaky Pastry
adapted from Jamie's Kitchen, 2002
3 tbsp. blanched almonds
6 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. sugar
Zest of one orange
2 ½ oz Vhalrona chocolate 70%
16 sheets of filo pastry, defrosted, 8x8 inches
Preheat oven to 350°F. Peel pears and cut core out from the bottom. In a food processor chop almonds, then chocolate. Place in bowl and add sugar, orange zest, and 4 tbsp. of butter. With hands, mix together until uniform. Put ¼ of mixture into bottom of pear, pack extra filling around the base. Repeat for three others. Take one sheet of filo and brush with heated remaining butter, then stack with another filo sheet. Repeat stacking and brushing with butter until there are 4 layers. Wrap pear in filo and twist at the top to keep the package closed. Repeat for other pears. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream.


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Together for one lyrical, passion-filled Friday night: Two veteran singer-songwriters whose phenomenal creativity and guitar/vocal chops have only improved over the years. Both carry the 60s acoustic-folk tradition in their DNA. But they havent stopped there. Their music has continued to evolve. Theyre at the top of their game.
You may think you know them from their critically acclaimed records and CDs. But if youve never seen them in person, you dont know them at all.
Bob Lind is always unpredictable and disarming onstage making you laugh one moment; bringing you to tears the next. Music critic Walter Savinski writes, Come see why this engaging poet/philosopher/guitarist/singer/wise-ass has endured in the sometimes-cruel and always-fickle music business for [five decades]. But be prepared to feel emotions you might not have let yourself feel in awhile. His songs hit the heart like a wrecking ball. (Photo by Henry Diltz)
James Lee Stanley combines hilarious stories with riveting music. His wonderful compositions and his heartfelt interpretations of songs by other great writers make him a unique and amazing performer. Famed novelist Tom Robbins says of him, A diamond has been smuggled into the wasteland. And here is where the wasteland ends. Believe The Village Voice when they say that when you come to hear James Lee, Youre in for a very entertaining evening.
ABOUT BOB LIND: Totally unique and inimitable, Bob Lind writes, plays and sings like no one else and hes been doing it for five decades!
In 1966, he helped launch and define Folk Rock, writing and singing the groundbreaking megahit Elusive Butterfly. It began an illustrious career as a songwriter that still continues today.
His songs have been recorded by more than 200 top artists including Aretha Franklin, Glen Campbell, Eric Clapton, Cher, The Four Tops, Petula Clark, Richie Havens, Marianne Faithfull, Kingston Trio, Dolly Parton, Johnny Mathis, Florence Henderson and Nancy Sinatra. His lyrics have been taught in colleges and universities throughout the U.S. and Canada, and translated into nine languages.
His Cheryls Goin Home has become an international cult classic. It was covered by The Rokes and sold a million records in Italy. The legendary John Otway created the rock opera CHERYL around the song.
But as great a writer as he is, nothing equals the experience of watching Bob Lind deliver his own songs.
In 2010, filmmaker Paul Surratt released the highly acclaimed concert-documentary about Lind, BOB LIND: Perspective.
In 2013, Bob joined Dan Fogelberg, John Denver and other legends, being inducted into the COLORADO MUSIC HALL OF FAME along with Judy Collins.
Bob's last two albums FINDING YOU AGAIN (2012) and MAGELLAN WAS WRONG (2016) are being hailed as his best work yet.
ABOUT JAMES LEE STANLEY: It is only a long-lived singer-songwriter career that lets JAMES LEE STANLEY unite the unpredictable creative turns and the eclectic elements that make up his world. His remarkable ability as a vocalist and composer allow him to create songs, each recorded with finely crafted skill. The guitar orchestrations enhance the meaningful lyrics.
But a whole new dimension is added when James Lee performs live. His incredible songs, coupled with his outrageously hilarious repartee, make for an evening of hilarity, tenderness and one of the most entertaining concerts on the circuit.
In 1998, when his FREELANCE HUMAN BEING album was released, Fi Magazine listed it as one of the finest recordings of the year and one of the top-200 recordings of all time!
James Lee has been recording and performing since he was 14. Since returning from the USAF (as a Chinese linguist) hes toured with such diverse acts as Bonnie Raitt, Robin Williams, and Nicolette Larson. Famed comedian Steven Wright chose him as his opening act for three years in a row a testament to James Lees professionalism and talent.
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Friday, November 21, 2008
"SINGERS": THE WEEKEND MIX #11
The Rolling Stone magazine list of 100 greatest singers inspired this not-so-random collection of songs. More than half of the singers represented here did not make the cut. Those that did are represented by songs that are not usually cited as defining moments for the artists. Yet for me, all ten songs exemplify the genius and purity of their vocal talents.
From the raw soul of a 24 year old John Lennon to an even younger Bonnie Raitt performing a classic, live on the radio, there is a quality in these performances that transcends the acrobatics and often soulless roster of American Idol winners and melismaniacs of the current R&B scene.
It's doesn't take Marvin Gaye much to make one melt, but on this obscurity, he really rubs it in your face. Speaking of melting, may I just say, Mr. Carl Wilson and Mr. Colin Blunstone. And if you're thinking, "Hey, I like melisma," well listen to some seasoned pros like Daryl Hall and Todd Rundgren with two of my favorite songs from two of my favorite singers.
As far as rock and roll, Robin Zander of Cheap Trick could be the most underrated singer of our time. And as I said in yesterday's post, my two choices for most beautiful voices in music, Emmylou Harris and Harry Nilsson.
LEAVE MY KITTEN ALONE- THE BEATLES
I CAN'T TAKE IT- CHEAP TRICK
MILLWORKER- EMMYLOU HARRIS
AUGUST DAY- HALL & OATES
THE VERB TO LOVE- TODD RUNDGREN
OUR SWEET LOVE- THE BEACH BOYS
IT'S MADNESS- MARVIN GAYE
SINCE I FELL FOR YOU- BONNIE RAITT
I DON'T BELIEVE IN MIRACLES- COLIN BLUNSTONE
LIFE LIFE- HARRY NILSSON
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LA HABRA, Calif. -- Two of the Nadya Suleman's octuplets arrived at their La Habra, Calif., home after being discharged from the hospital, where six babies remain.
Noah Angel and Isaiah Angel arrived at their home Tuesday night, driven in a sport utility vehicle that moved slowly through a crowd of onlookers before it reached the house, the Los Angeles Times reported Wednesday.
The two were released from Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Bellflower after hospital officials said they determined Suleman could provide safe housing, adequate child care and the necessary supplies and equipment to care for the babies.
"This is a happy moment for everyone," said Dr. Mandhir Gupta, a neonatologist at Kaiser Permanente. "It is always rewarding whenever a premature infant goes home as a healthy baby."
Both infants are able to bottle feed, gaining weight and can maintain their body temperature, the hospital said in a news release. Noah Angel weighs 5 pounds, 13 ounces, and Isaiah Angel weighs 5 pounds.
The six babies still hospitalized continue to progress well, are gaining weight and remaining on either formula or donated pasteurized breast milk, the hospital said.
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The record-setting offensive explosion last year generated 334 points and the Saints return with third-year starter Trautman and Santiago carrying the ball, who gave a verbal commitment to the University of North Dakota.
Preseason football in the National Football League is a time of intense drama where jobs and playing time are on the line. Last Friday, Spring Lake Park native and Oakland Raiders tight end Brian Leonhardt found himself lining up across from the team he grew up rooting for in the Vikings’ preseason opener at TCF Bank Stadium.
For the last five weeks, Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association football coaches gathered on the practice fields west of Anoka High School
For the last five weeks, Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association football coaches gathered on the practice fields west of Anoka High School.
Blaine youth football camp set Blaine is hosting a youth football camp from 6-8 p.m. July 28-31 on the football practice fields behind Blaine High School. The camp fee is $50 and is open to kids entering first through eighth grades. More information is available at blainefootball.org Junion Panther football camp set Spring Lake Park [...]
Paul Perez was more than a lifelong member of the athletic community in Coon Rapids.
Perez, 59, was heavily involved in the Coon Rapids Athletic Association and Coon Rapids National Little League as coach, official and administrator for more than four decades. He died as a result of diabetes complications June 30.
With unanimous vote, the Minnesota State High School League will begin using districts for football in 2015.
At the MSHSL meeting in Brooklyn Center, the League Board of Directors voted in favor of the decision to realign regular season high school football around the state. This change will cut down on travel for schools and alleviate scheduling challenges for getting in eight games each fall.
Spring Lake Park senior Austin Swenson is one of only eight scholar-athletes from throughout Minnesota selected by the Minnesota Chapter of the National Football Foundation.


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As time relentlessly marches ahead, the recollections of World Struggle II, as soon as vivid and tangible, threat fading into the annals of historical past. Nevertheless, the Nationwide WWII Museum in New Orleans is defying this passage of time with an modern new exhibit that merges the previous with the current. By way of the facility of synthetic intelligence (AI), guests now have the extraordinary alternative to interact in digital conversations with the heroes of World Struggle II, guaranteeing that their tales endure for generations to return.
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The exhibit, aptly named “Voices from the Entrance,” captures the essence of a bygone period. It options interviews with 18 veterans and home-front heroes from WWII. These people embody Medal of Honor recipients and those that served on the battle’s periphery. They provide firsthand accounts of their experiences, starting from the horrors of fight to the camaraderie on the house entrance.
Probably the most exceptional points of the exhibit is its capacity to transcend time, enabling guests to work together with lifelike avatars of the veterans. By way of refined AI algorithms, the avatars reply to questions in real-time. This offers a deeply immersive expertise that bridges the generational hole between previous and current.
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Regardless of the technological marvel of AI, the guts of the exhibit lies within the human tales it preserves. Guests can join with the private narratives of people like Olin Pickens, a former prisoner of battle, whose resilience and braveness shine by in his recollections of captivity and survival.
For a lot of veterans, the exhibit represents not solely an opportunity to share their tales but additionally a way of preserving their legacy for future generations. Because the final of the Biggest Era dwindles in quantity, initiatives like “Voices from the Entrance” function a testomony to their sacrifice and valor. It ensures that their contributions to historical past are by no means forgotten.
Utilizing AI expertise, the Nationwide WWII Museum has created a residing tribute to the heroes of yesteryear, permitting their voices to echo by the corridors of historical past for years to return. The “Voices from the Entrance” exhibit serves as a reminder of how highly effective storytelling connects us throughout time and area. As guests have interaction in conversations with these digital embodiments of braveness and sacrifice, they not solely honor the previous but additionally acquire a deeper appreciation for the enduring spirit of human endeavor.

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Fundraiser Set Up for Children of Woman Killed by Former AC Cop
A GoFundMe campaign established to help the children of Erin Gatier has raised over $40,000. Gatier is the woman shot to death in her home by former police officer William W. Beattie on Nov. 28.
Police say Beattie forced his way into Gatier's Deptford Twp. home and fatally shot her before taking his own life.
The bodies of Erin A. Gatier and William W. Beattie, both 47, were found by police conducting a well-being check at her home, according to the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office.
Friends of Gatier started the GoFundMe to help with her funeral expenses and to provide money for her children's college educations.
Gatier's obituary says she is survived by two children, Morgan and Liam, who were the "lights of her life". As of Tuesday morning, the campaign had raised almost $43,000 for the survivors.
William Beattie's obituary says he was a police officer in Buena, Egg Harbor City and Atlantic City before retiring in 2009.


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“Show Me the Monet,” one of many revamps of classic paintings that Banksy has called his “Raw Oils” collection, is expected to fetch between $ 3.9 and $ 6.5 million at auction on Wednesday.
But it far exceeded expectations as it was sold to an unidentified bidder at Sotheby’s in London on Wednesday night for $ 9.89 million.
It came after a “heated and competitive 9-minute auction battle between clients around the world,” Sotheby’s said.
The only other Banksy to sell for more was his painting of the chimpanzee-populated British parliament, which sold for over $ 12 million a year ago.
In ‘Show Me the Monet’, Banksy transforms Monet’s masterpiece of a Japanese-style bridge in his famous Giverny garden into a modern place to make flies – littered with discarded shopping trollies and a fluorescent orange traffic cone.
“The vandalized paintings reflect life as it is today,” said the notoriously secretive artist, who has never been officially identified, in 2005, when he was painted.
“We don’t live in a world like Constable Haywain anymore and, if you do, there’s probably a travelers camp on the other side of the hill.
It was one of Banksy’s “strongest and most iconic” works to ever auction, according to Alex Branczik, European head of contemporary art at Sotheby’s.
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Dominic Oduro, Josh Williams and Federico Higuain scored in the first half to help the Columbus Crew beat D.C. United 3-0 on Saturday night after a videoboard fire delayed the start 50 minutes.
The teams were warming up when the blaze broke out in the top of the videoboard in a speaker cabinet above the south stands about 25 minutes before the scheduled kickoff. Fans were cleared from the area and no one was injured, team president Mark McCullers said.
Oduro put the Crew (3-2-3) ahead in the 15th, Williams scored off Higuain's corner kick in the 26th, and Higuain a penalty kick in in first-half stoppage time.
D.C. (1-6-1) has lost five straight.


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In a strategic move, all public and private schools, colleges, and universities in Sindh, Pakistan, are set to remain closed from February 5 to 9. This temporary closure aligns with a proactive approach to enhance security measures and ensure the orderly conduct of the nationwide polls scheduled for February 8.
The decision to suspend academic activities during this crucial period aims to divert resources and attention towards the implementation of heightened security measures. The primary goal is to safeguard the electoral process, emphasizing the importance of creating a secure environment to facilitate free and fair elections.
While awaiting the formal notification, the decision is contingent upon approval from the Chief Minister House, based on a summary presented by the Sindh Education Department. This underscores the government’s commitment to effectively coordinate security efforts and uphold the integrity of the democratic process.
This temporary closure extends across all levels of education, emphasizing the significance of maintaining a secure environment during the electoral period. It reflects a well-thought-out strategy to mitigate potential disruptions and prioritize the safety and smooth functioning of the electoral proceedings.
Against the backdrop of political and economic challenges facing the country, the closure of educational institutions aligns with broader efforts to ensure stability. The government aims to navigate through critical junctures in the nation’s democratic timeline by temporarily halting educational activities, showcasing the delicate balance between security considerations and the maintenance of essential public services during pivotal moments in the democratic process.
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There was always a risk in the rise in grain prices, ahead of a key US Department of Agriculture briefing expected to cut ideas for South American corn and soybean production.
And that is, as Jon Michalscheck at Benson Quinn Commodities said, that "the trade could be setting up for a 'buy the rumour, sell the fact' scenario", common in financial markets, meaning that even data in line with expectations could prompt selling.
"Global buyers appear to be having gotten themselves covered out into the April-May time frame, so we could see a vacuum in terms of underlying support if the numbers don't generate a deeper bullish bias than is already in the market," Mr Michalscheck added.
Mike Mawdsley at Market 1 seconded the idea, saying: "Lower production in South America is expected. However, is it already being priced in, ie buy the rumour sell the fact?"
Grain markets got a little of that "selling the fact" liquidation in early, on Tuesday, as ever the day for a turnaround in Chicago.
And why not, when Argentina and southern Brazil, whose dryness sparked concerns for corn and soybean crops, are now getting rains, to some extent.
"Rains are forecast for southern Brazil this week, but will remain below normal in many areas, particularly Rio Grande do Sul," Australia & New Zealand Bank analyst Paul Deane said.
While Celeres was the latest analysis group to cut forecasts for Brazil's soybean crop, the downgrade to 72.08m tonnes, from 74.4m tonnes, left it more upbeat than many other forecasters.
"A 72.08m-tonne Brazilian soybean crop is a far cry from a crop failure in this region and production reaching this level could allow Brazil to become the largest exporter of soybeans" after all, overtaking the US, Benson Quinn said.
More will be known, of course, as harvest progresses, with 6% of Brazil's crop in the barn so far, including 11% in the key state of Mato Grosso.
Another factor holding the markets back a touch was the macro-economic situation.
Chris Beauchamp, market analyst at IG Index, put it that "markets have been torn between two conflicting situations.
"On the one hand, we have a US economy that is seemingly recovering in an impressive fashion. On the other hand, we have Greece, an ulcer that has remained immune to every treatment the eurozone can throw at it."
Greek debt concerns remained alive enough to give a mixed performance to
Back in Chicago, this time all three major crops showed, small, losses.
Indeed, what was not evident, as yet, was the spreading which marked the lesion when, at Mike Mawdsley at Market 1 noted, "corn was the sell side of spreads. Buy soybeans or wheat, and sell corn", a factor he attributed to positioning ahead of the USDA report, on Thursday.
Wheat for March was 0.3% lower at $6.66 ¾ a bushel at 08:30 GMT, with March corn down 0.2% at $6.42 ¾ a bushel.
March soybeans eased 0.2% to $12.30 ½ a bushel.
The more negative mood was evident in New York
There, benchmark September cotton dropped 0.2% to 22,410 yuan a tonne.
However, New York raw
The last session's gains took the sweetener squarely above its nine-day and 20-day moving averages, a big technical boost.
Furthermore, Kingsman, the influential consultancy, forecast a decline in the world sugar surplus to 4.7m tonnes in 2012-13, from 8.2m tonnes in 2011-12.
Olam forecast the surplus halving in 2012-13 from 9m tonnes in the current season.


NEW HAVEN, CONN.—It’s been exactly a year since “Climategate” broke, putting Penn State University researcher Michael Mann and climate scientists on both sides of the Atlantic in the hot seat after hackers released private e-mails from the Climatic Research Unit at the U.K.’s University of East Anglia.
While Mann and colleagues now face new political and legal challenges from a Republican-dominated U.S. House of Representatives and an investigation by Virginia’s attorney general, the researcher is unbowed in his personal efforts to combat climate skeptics and draw attention to the overwhelming evidence supporting human-caused climate change.
“We have to make it clear that the ice sheets are not Republican or Democrat. They don’t have a political agenda as they disappear,” warned a pugnacious Mann, in a man-the-torpedoes appearance before a crowd of journalists attending ScienceWriters2010 and the annual New Horizons in Science briefings, held this year at Yale University.
“I have no doubt we are in for a period over the next months where climate science is subject to a politically motivated inquisition,” he said, “that we haven’t seen in this country since the 1950s.”
In Mann’s case, he and others face the prospect of being called to testify at Republican-led House hearings on their climate research, as well as the Virginia attorney general’s attempt to get e-mail correspondence written while he was at the University of Virginia. Scientists, of course, are not exempt from Freedom of Information and Congressional subpoena requirements—nor should they be. But these hearings may well present an opportunity for Mann and others to reaffirm the integrity of climate science.
“They can threaten whatever they want,” Mann told MSNBC science editor Alan Boyle after his talk. “I’m quite confident to fight those sorts of witch-hunt attempts.” Boyle observed that “although Mann didn’t exactly say ‘Bring it on,” he did note that ‘those on the other side of the aisle will see this as an opportunity . We should look at this as an opportunity for offense,’ he said.”
Mann has undoubtedly grown a tougher skin following last year’s brouhaha over leaked e-mails about climate data that critics used to fuel the so-called “Climategate” scandal. The onslaught of attention raised public uncertainty about climate change and the need for tough international controls, just as world leaders were about to gather for the UN conference in Copenhagen in what turned out to be a largely failed attempt to prompt new international action.
In his talk, Mann condemned the timing of the e-mail release as an “intentional effort to distort” the science and “manufacture uncertainty and doubt.” He compared “the well-funded campaign to distract the public” to early industry efforts to undermine scientific evidence showing that smoking caused lung cancer and other health effects.
“The fringe media pounced on this,” said Mann. “This distracted the public at a critical juncture.” But he held the mainstream media liable as well. “I’d like to say the mainstream media recognized it for what it was (but) many journalists were fairly uncritical in their reporting of the controversy.” Going forward, he said, climate scientists are “reliant on the willingness of the mainstream media to serve as critical and independent arbiters.” Scientists won’t be successful in explaining their findings, he said, “unless the media is serving its role.”
Against a photo backdrop of his young daughter in front of a polar bear swimming in the waters of a local zoo, Mann ended with an emotional appeal: “I can’t imagine having to tell her when she’s grown up that the polar bear became extinct because of loss of arctic ice (and) we didn’t act soon enough to combat a problem that we knew was real but that we couldn’t convince the public of.”
He described the climate scientist’s role as not only doing research but calling out disinformation, as he has done in public statements and testimony, and as a founder of the scientists’ blog RealClimate. He also took on The Washington Post editorial decision last December to let former GOP vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin write what he called “an entirely bogus op-ed” condemning human-caused climate change that “presented a very distorted view to the public” (Palin charged that “so-called climate change experts” were part of a “highly politicized scientific circle”). He got the paper to publish his own op-ed rebuttal nine days later.
In his scientific presentation at Yale, Mann reviewed the evidence bolstering human-caused climate change, including his own work on the “hockey stick” graph reconstructing global climate temperatures over the ages (it resembles a hockey stick with a long steady handle and a curved upswing in modern times reflecting human-caused temperature rises). Several lines of science have produced so much evidence of the human role in accelerating climate change that Mann joked that there’s enough now for “a hockey league.” He noted that global temperature was now “running the highest ever.”
There are, of course, still “legitimate uncertainties” in the science, including understanding and modeling the dynamics of other meteorological phenomena, such as El Nino and La Nina, and their impact on regional climate change, said Mann. But, he added, the “public discourse is still so far from the scientific discourse.” Some time ago, “I gave up on the notion that facts alone would carry the day,” he said. “We live in a world where you are now entitled to your own facts.”
A Science News blog by science writer Alexandra Witze offered a personal reflection on the frustrated Penn State scientist: “I’ve seen Mann in this frame of mind before; several years ago he testified in front of some of his staunchest critics at a National Academy of Sciences panel set up to review the hockey stick work. The jaw I saw clenched back then seemed not to have loosened, even when the audience was a group of friendly journalists rather than the aggressive panel questioners. (The final NAS report reaffirmed the basic science underlying the hockey stick reconstruction.)”
Ironically, Mann said that the partisan divide increased following former Vice President Al Gore’s embrace of climate change, his “Inconvenient Truth” documentary and his Nobel Prize, which increased public awareness but also “polarized the issue politically,” given Gore’s Democratic credentials and close run for the presidency against George W. Bush.
In contrast to Mann’s mix of science and politics, National Academy of Sciences president Ralph J. Cicerone’s talk to science writers here was a careful review of the science and impact of climate change in the low-key, even-handed style for which he is known. As one of the early leaders in climate research, Cicerone worked in the 1980s at the government’s National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder with the late, great science communicator Dr. Stephen Schneider, who died unexpectedly last July.
Asked in an interview about what he thought of media coverage over the past year, Cicerone was characteristically circumspect: “I don’t have any fault with the media coverage. The media was covering the news. That was no surprise.”
Looking ahead, given the politicized environment in Washington, Cicerone said he was counting on science media coverage of new evidence documenting the impact of climate change around the globe “to help clear the air.” He noted that ongoing measurements of surface temperature, ice, and sea level provide “consistent signals that the planet is warming . We need to keep watching the data. We’re confronted with a long-term issue that isn’t going to go away. We need to keep the focus on this issue.”
Ed. Note: Russell is president of the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing, which organizes the New Horizons in Science briefings and a member of the National Academies’ Communication Awards judging committee.