Rod Jetton was once the most powerful lawmaker in Missouri.
As speaker of the Missouri House, he had the power to exalt or kill any bill that flowed through the General Assembly. From all appearances, he had a bright political future.
Behind the scenes, however, Jetton was on a course for self-destruction.
By the time he left office, the FBI was investigating him for bribery. He was facing serious jail time after being accused of felony assault. Just months after being one of the most powerful men in Missouri politics, Jetton was broke and without a job.
Jetton’s life has stabilized in recent years. He decided to recount his downfall in the book Success Can Kill You, which was released a few weeks ago. He said he hopes it serves as a warning to those entering the political world.
“I thought this might be something that would hopefully help somebody say, ‘I need to pay a little bit more attention to this. I need to be careful. I don’t want to make those mistakes that Rod made,’” Jetton said in a telephone interview. “You know, maybe be a warning to people: Don’t make these mistakes.”
Jetton has talked about his tribulations before through essays on the Recovering Politician website. But the book offers new insight into how misplaced priorities, flattery and bitterness can seriously backfire.
Dave Robertson, a political science professor at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, said Jetton’s story showcases how the pressures of politics and legislative duties can impact people. He said others could learn a lot from his story.
“It’s Shakespearean,” Robertson said. “You put some character in a situation where their weaknesses are going to be accentuated, and the deterioration is going to be accelerated. They’re going to go downhill in a pretty dramatic way.”
At this velocity
Jetton’s rise in Missouri politics was rapid. In just four years, he went from being an inexperienced backbencher in the Republican minority to the most powerful legislator in the state.
As speaker of the House from 2005 to 2009, there’s little debate that Jetton’s tenure was fruitful from a policy perspective. Many longtime Republican priorities were passed into law. But Jetton’s efforts to grow the GOP majority and climb the leadership ladder took its toll.
He detailed in his book how fights within his caucus made him vindictive and eager to prove that he was “the man.” That included stripping then-House Budget Chairman Brad Lager, R-Savannah, of his post; removing then-Rep. Scott Lipke, R-Scott County, as chairman of a public safety-related committee and making sure none of then-Sen. Matt Bartle’s legislation ended up passing the House.
“I used to think before I got into politics that it was the king of the mountain. That we were fighting the Democrats to get to the top and rule the world,” Jetton said. “And then you start learning that there’s two mountains. You’ve got a Republican mountain and the Democratic mountain. And the fight to get to the top of your own mountain is so much worse than I ever dreamed.
“When you’re speaker, you have the stroke to step up and throw down,” he added. “And the pride that went with it started making me do that more and more. Which led to more conflict.”
All the while, Jetton was spending long stretches of time away from his wife and children, which eventually led to his 2009 divorce. He had begun drinking more and more – even though he had sworn off alcohol after issues with the substance as a youth. And he became disconnected with his religious faith.
“It’s probably the most embarrassing thing about the story for me. I know that I let that stuff change the person I was,” Jetton said. “My priorities, my values, my focus – it all started changing a little bit. I think it’s a combination of the personal pride a person has and the flattery that they receive.”
After term limits forced him to leave office in 2009, Jetton transitioned into political consulting. But that would be upended in spectacular fashion.
Near the end of 2009, Jetton was charged with felony assault. The startling details within the probable cause statement prompted the national headlines. He was accused of hitting and choking a woman during a sexual encounter. Soon after the news broke, Jetton shut down his lucrative consulting business.
“There was no blaming anybody. As much as I don’t really want to relive all of that, at the same time, that brought me to my knees and I finally said, ‘OK, I’ve got to straighten myself out and get back to where I need to be.’,” Jetton said. “Without that happening, I don’t know if I would have done that.”
Jetton was also the target in a federal grand jury investigation into whether campaign contributions played a role in killing one of Matt Bartle’s bills regulating strip clubs. In both cases, Jetton was facing significant jail time.
The lessons of hitting bottom
One key element of the book is how his December 2009 arrest prompted him to reevaluate his priorities. He had the time, as he was unemployed, financially ruined and living in a friend’s basement. Things were so bad, he said, that he couldn’t get a job as a salesman at Sears.
“I was isolated and my world was over,” Jetton said. “Now, as bad as that was, there was a benefit to it that I’m thankful for. Most of our lives are so busy and hectic that we don’t ever have an opportunity to stop and think or, like the professors, take a sabbatical. Life just starts speeding up and you never have time to stop and think about where you are and what your priorities are.
“Well, the merry-go-round was going around pretty fast for me,” he added. “But all of a sudden, it stopped.”
Another factor, he said, in his personal recuperation was his reconnection with his faith. It’s a major theme throughout his book.
“When you lose your reputation, it frees you up in a way that you don’t have to worry about how everybody is thinking about you every second of the day,” Jetton said. “It wasn’t hard to figure out. I did these certain actions and it led to these problems that led to my destruction. Well, do I want to keep doing that?”
Jetton eventually got his professional career back on track as his legal woes dissipated. He didn’t, for instance, face federal charges due to statute of limitation issues. The felony assault case was resolved when he pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge in 2011.
Even though the case is settled, Jetton said, it still has a lingering impact.
“I know in my life before my troubles, if I read something about somebody like that, I would believe that they did it,” Jetton said. “And if they got off, I would have talked about how they just manipulated the political system. It wouldn’t be a hard case to explain that a powerful, former speaker manipulated the judicial system to get a great deal. So, I’m quite confident that most people – especially if they don’t know me or the situation – are going to say ‘that’s just another crooked politician getting off.’”
Is it worth it?
After reading Jetton’s book, I was left wondering if being a part of the Missouri General Assembly is worth it
Sure, state representatives and senators have the power to make public policy changes. And there is a level of prestige and public service that comes with the job. But is a part-time job that pays roughly $35,000 a year really worth pursuing if it can lead to losing your family, decimating your livelihood and compromising your values? It doesn’t seem like a good trade-off.
I asked Jetton if he would have been better off if he had decided not to run for the state legislature in 2000. He said, hypothetically, he might have been able to make more money in the private sector and spend less time away from his family.
“But that being said, you can’t go back. You can’t change,” said Jetton, adding that he was responsible for his actions — not the office.
That brings about another question: Does the culture of Jefferson City cause morally-upright people to change? Or do the financial and time commitment barriers of entry compel worthy people not to pursue state legislative offices?
George Connor, a political science professor at Missouri State University, said that both Jefferson City’s culture and the nature of term limits plays a role.
“Somebody like Jetton, as a number of other people in politics, has an enormous well of ambition. And if you make that ambition a priority over family and other kinds of things, the opportunity is there to mess you up real good.” — University of Missouri-St. Louis professor Dave Robertson
He said the “loose relationships” between legislators and interest groups provides “opportunities for individual to make bad decisions.”
“It’s a free-for-all,” Connor said. “It’s a little bit like the Wild West with respect to campaign funding. It’s like the Wild West with respect to lobbyist gifts. We’re one of the least regulated states with respect to the relationship between lobbyists and legislators.”
UMSL’s Dave Robertson said different organizations have incentives that skew people’s behaviors. For legislators, the desire to raise money for office and to satisfy constituents “leads to a number of consequences that complicate the quest for a completely clean reputation.”
“I wouldn’t say that it changes the fundamental person as much as it gives them incentives to behave a lot differently and in a lot less appealing way,” Robertson said. “Somebody like Jetton, as a number of other people in politics, has an enormous well of ambition. And if you make that ambition a priority over family and other kinds of things, the opportunity is there to mess you up real good.”
To be sure, both Connor and Jetton said there are lawmakers who are able to enter and leave the legislature with their principles and reputation in tact. Still, Jetton does have a word of caution for relatively young political aspirants: It may be best to wait.
“Especially if you live far from Jefferson City, it just takes you away,” Jetton said. “And if you’re a young guy and you want to be a hard charger, you’re not just going to be able to go there and do a typical Monday through Thursday thing. You’re going to want to go to some events and do some extra stuff that makes you travel even more. I guess would say ‘think about this for sure and see if you’re a little older and the kids are gone.’
“But if you do it, I would give them a copy of the book and say, ‘Hey, I know you don’t think this can happen to you.’,” he added.


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I finished reading Dash & Lily's Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn & David Levithan for an Around the World Tour.
"I’ve left some clues for you.
If you want them, turn the page.
If you don’t, put the book back on the shelf, please.”
So begins the latest whirlwind romance from the New York Times bestselling authors of Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist. Lily has left a red notebook full of challenges on a favorite bookstore shelf, waiting for just the right guy to come along and accept its dares. But is Dash that right guy? Or are Dash and Lily only destined to trade dares, dreams, and desires in the notebook they pass back and forth at locations across New York? Could their in-person selves possibly connect as well as their notebook versions? Or will they be a comic mismatch of disastrous proportions?
Rachel Cohn and David Levithan have written a love story that will have readers perusing bookstore shelves, looking and longing for a love (and a red notebook) of their own.
First off, let me say that I love the plot of this story. I mean really, really love it. I love scavenger hunts and I love anything romantic and this story kind of tied both of them together. I think it would be incredibly neat to find a notebook and leave clues and notes for each other around a city. (Anyone want to tell my boyfriend this? *hint hint*)
But for some reason I didn't really get any of the characters. Dash was okay. He wasn't your stereotypical male lead character--wasn't a jock, wasn't big into drinking, wasn't a player. He was a sensitive soul. But I didn't really care for Lily. Once again, her character seemed too young for her age. I don't know, maybe she was just too eccentric for my taste.
That being said, back to the plot. I loved reading about all of the places that Dash and Lily went to leave the notebook or to get it. I love NYC so reading about the touristy (and the not-so-touristy) spots were fun. And I liked how the book ended. Not too far-fetched but just right.
I gave this book a rating of 3.5/5.
This book fulfills items in the following challenges:
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Sanjiv Verenkar, who was a Konkani Pet and the winner of Sahitya Akademi sadly handed away on the age of 64. It’s saddening to study concerning the passing of the well-known and proficient poet who has gone from this world leaving his group and relations devastated. In response to the sources, Sanjiv Verenkar handed away whereas present process therapy at Goa Medical Faculty and Hospital in Bombolim. Sadly, he took his final breath on Friday, March 17, 2023. He was a widely known poet in his group and gained big respect and love from his followers throughout India. Let’s take a look at what was the rationale behind his sudden passing and the way did he die.
Because the information of Sanjiv Verenkar was confirmed, his followers and different personalities are paying tribute to him and giving their deep sorrow to the relations who’re going by way of a troublesome time as they misplaced their beloved member of the family. Sumant Joglekar wrote,” Very unhappy to know our shut household good friend Shahitya Akadami awardee, famend Konkani poet , author, Shri Sanjiv Verenkar handed away simply now . Immense loss to konkani in goa . Bhavpurn shradhanjali”. Throughout his profession as a poet, he attracted a number of by way of his expertise and expertise.
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Sanjiv Verenkar gained the Sahitya Akademi award in 2021 in Konkani for his assortment of poems “Raktachandan”. The journalist was survived by his spouse and two daughters. He beloved to explain himself as a “social poet”, who was the creator of 17 books, 9 of that are poetry collections. Together with this, a few of his poems have been translated into Konkani by Prakash Thali which was printed in a group “Village Night”.
Chief Minister of Goa, Pramod Sawant mentioned,” Saddened to study concerning the demise of senior journalist & Sahitya Akademi awardee Sanjeev Verekar. My deepest condolences to the household”. When Verenkar gained the Sahitya Akademi, he mentioned,” The restlessness in society inadvertently will get mirrored in my poems, So I contemplate poetry as some type ofan analgesic ointment which when utilized relieves the particular person of his ache and he feels good. In these occasions, man is struggling extra from psychological illnesses; and I contemplate poetry as an antidote to it”.
With this, Verenkar additionally gained the Vimala Pai Puraskar for “Aswath Surya” Vishwa Konkani Kavitra Kruti Puraskar, Dr T M A Pai Basis Award for “Sanj Sulus”, All India Radio Puraskar for “Vastu Purushacho Asth Zatana’ and Konkani Bhasha Mandal Puraskar for “Bhavjumbar” and “Mumbai”.

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With the rights of numerous Marvel characters such as the X-Men headed to Disney in the Mouse House’s deal with Fox, many fans are hoping that one of the most prominent Marvel characters will be accurately cast in a new film.
According to a new interview with Variety, If Beale Street Could Talk star KiKi Layne is stumping for the role of Storm.
The actress, who is getting lots of attention for her riveting role as Tish Rivers in the Barry Jenkins film, says: “She was an image of myself, of a powerful chocolate Black woman, and I just think that’s an amazing image to have, and I really want to play Storm.”
Layne added that her team is already on it. “Oh, yeah. We are actively plotting, actively plotting,” she said.
We reported in December that Disney could begin developing new X-Men films in the first half of 2019.
Halle Berry portrayed Storm in the first four X-Men movies, while Alexandra Shipp played the character in X-Men: Apocalypse. She will reprise that role in this year’s X-Men: Dark Phoenix, which will be one of the final Marvel movies from Fox before the characters are retooled and presumably recast for new films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Layne will be seen in at least two films this year: the sci-fi thriller Captive State and the film adaptation of Native Son. Both films star Ashton Sanders of Moonlight fame.
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Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin, a Democrat who has opposed President Donald Trump on environmental issues and immigration matters, ended up walking down a White House hallway with the president on Tuesday.
Kilmartin and other attorneys general visited the White House as part of their association's annual meeting, said Kilmartin's spokeswoman, Amy Kempe. After talking to the group in the East Room, Trump invited them to see the Oval Office.
During the walk, said Kempe, Kilmartin introduced himself to Trump, and the president told him that Rhode Island "is a beautiful place."
The visit was part of a day that had included an earlier meeting with U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions at The Ritz-Carlton, where the National Association of Attorneys General is holding its winter meeting.
In the East Room meeting, the president told the attorneys general that he wanted to keep lines of communication open between their offices and his administration even if there are disagreements, Kempe said.
In January, Kilmartin joined eight other attorneys general in opposing Trump's nomination of Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt to lead the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, saying he was "deeply concerned" because, in part, Pruitt had resisted an EPA plan to cut power-plant emissions.
In February, Kilmartin joined other attorneys general who mounted a legal challenge to Trump's executive order barring nationals of seven majority-Muslim countries from entering the United States.
But Kilmartin believes strongly that leaders should meet with the president when appropriate, said Kempe.
Trump gave some of the attorneys general a chance to ask questions, but Kilmartin was not among them.
The president chose some odd words during an exchange with Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro that involved recent anti-Semitic incidents around the country, Kempe said.
Shapiro said that Trump had told the group that "sometimes it's the reverse," according to a report on Buzzfeed.
Kilmartin has seen the Buzzfeed report and says Shapiro's quotes on the exchange were accurate, Kempe said.
The Buzzfeed report quotes Shapiro saying, "He just said, 'Sometimes it's the reverse, to make people — or to make others — look bad,' and he used the word 'reverse' I would say two to three times in his comments. He did correctly say at the top that it was reprehensible."
The Los Angeles Times last night reported that American Jewish leaders are pushing Trump to clarify his statement in light of the recent bomb threats against Jewish centers.
Some in the Jewish community have interpreted the remarks as suggesting that the threats leveled at more than 60 Jewish institutions since last month were made to harm Trump's image or that of his supporters.
The reported remarks have added to an already tense relationship between Trump and American Jews, which has been rocky since his campaign where he re-tweeted white nationalists, the Los Angeles Times reported.
Jewish groups criticized the White House when administration officials said the president intentionally did not mention Jews in a statement on the Holocaust last month. Criticism increased after weeks passed without him addressing bomb threats at Jewish centers that have been called in since Jan. 9.
All of the threats have been hoaxes. Trump addressed them on Feb. 21 at the National Museum of African American History and Culture, where he called anti-Semitism "horrible" and "painful." In addition to the bomb threats, at least two Jewish cemeteries in the St. Louis area and in Philadelphia have been vandalized this month.
"We are astonished. … It is incumbent upon the White House to immediately clarify these remarks," Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt said in a statement, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Steven Goldstein, executive director of the Anne Frank Center, said in a statement that if the reports are true, Trump owes the American Jewish community an apology, the newspaper reported.
"To cast doubt on the authenticity of anti-Semitic hate crimes in America constitutes anti-Semitism in itself, and that's something none of us ever dreamed would disgrace our nation from the White House," he said.
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The shelter finds itself with a serious overcrowding problem. It currently houses more than 160 dogs. The shelter announced Friday it is reducing adoption fees by half off. “These animals right now have one of the hardest points in their life. They crave that social interaction with people and also need a lot of patience,” said Manatee County Animal Services outreach specialist Hans Wohlgefahrt.
In addition to the issue with too many dogs, there is also an increase in kittens being taken into the shelter. Volunteer Debbie Monreal owns six cats of her own. "They come in, there’s such a need. There are so many animals, especially kittens. Its kitten season and odds are they are not going to make it,” explained Monreal.
And although Manatee County approved to build a new state-of-the art facility within the next three to five years, she says there is an immediate need for volunteers not only for dogs, but cats as well.
“I think the staff at animal services do a great job and we’re lucky to have them. They can’t do it all. The population is growing and there are so many animals on the street that need homes,” said Monreal.
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For centuries, the Thai city of Chiang Rai was part of Birma (now: Myanmar), before the city and the province of the same name were annexed by Thailand in 1933. The city is an excellent base for trips through the impressive green and mountainous surroundings.
Officially about 65,000 inhabitants live in the city, but the urban area of Chiang Rai and surroundings is much larger and houses over 200,000 people. More than 10% of the inhabitants belong to the so-called hill tribes, a collective term for several ethnic groups in the north of Thailand.
Chiang Rai is located in the far north of Thailand, 200 kilometers northeast of the larger city of Chiang Mai and over 60 kilometers south of the border with Myanmar. The border with Laos isn't far either: about 60 kilometers northeast of Chiang Rai. North of the city center runs the Mae Kok River.
Tourism is one of the main sources of income of Chiang Rai. The city also develops itself more and more as the region's commercial center, stimulated by the so-called Economic Quadrangular Zone, consisting of China, Myanmar, Laos and Thailand. The province of Chiang Rai produces agricultural products like rice, corn, longan and litchi.
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The university has announced a £4 billion partnership with multi national financial services company Legal and General, who manage around £1tn worldwide, to redevelop 5 sites around Oxford.
It is the most recent and ambitious attempt by the university to tackle the problem of unaffordable housing for staff members. The homes will be offered at 3 year leases, at no more than 80% of the market rate.
The agreement will see the university co-design housing projects with Legal and General in Jericho, Summertown, Iffley, Osney Mead and Begbroke.
At Begbroke, near Kiddlington, 2000 homes will be built on green belt land.
A University spokesperson told Cherwell: “The District Council has proposed that this land be removed from the Green Belt and designated for development. We support this proposal and would want to make the best possible use of the land for new housing and employment.
“The new housing will support our junior members of staff and in turn ease the burden on Oxford’s rental market, and the science park will provide high-quality local jobs and contribute to the regional economy.
“It will be a requirement of any planning permission that our staff housing will be rented at 80% or less of the market rate. Our aim is for it to be as affordable as possible for our staff, so if we can get below 80% we will do so.”
The development in Iffley is expected to consist of student housing, with the aim of offering every new student accommodation.
David Prout, University Pro-Vice Chancellor for Planning and Resources, said: “There are many issues to consider but fundamentally, they want good quality, affordable homes within touching distance of the city centre.
“At the moment working in Oxford is a bit like working in London in that people have to travel in from all over. We want to do what we can to make life a bit better for our staff”.
Nigel Wilson, CEO of Legal and General, said: “Our partnership with Oxford University is leading the way in bringing together dynamic cities and patient capital, creating great outcomes for long-term investors and for the cities themselves.”
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That's exactly how I pictured you lol Wonderful!
always nice to see who is behind the lens (literally behind the lens!). Maybe one day I'll post a self-portrait (but not today!)
You certainly seem to be in your comfort zone there!
So that's you taking a picture of you taking a picture of you....
Nice self-portrait! I took a shot of me and my sister in the mirror, but it wasn't my top photo of the day so I didn't post it. Maybe another day. Nice to see you and your camera!
A good portrait shows the subject at his or her most compfrtable, engaged in something he or she loves...so yours definitely qualifies.
But to get the true effect of seeing you, the image should have been flipped? lol That is how I feel most comfortable as well!!
What a fun shot. I need to do this one of these days. I love the uniqueness of this shot. I would have never thought to take it into a computer screen.
A good self portrait for the photo sharing blog world, for sure!
A very good self-portrait. So many people just hold the camera in front of their face and 'snap'
I think the camera is a little bit too big ;-)it's a very nice snapshot.
Very appropriate! Nice to see you!
I understand completely. It is only recently that you will see me in any vacation photos! Nicely done. Love that it is a reflection in a computer screen. Computers today seemed to be so tightly connected to digital photography.
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TIA Remembers John J. Jerue
John J. Jerue, founder of the transportation and logistics company John J. Jerue Truck Broker, passed away last month just a few days from his 95th birthday. John J. Jerue Truck Broker has been a long-standing TIA Member, with many successful subsidiary and branch companies. The companies secure $350 million in annual sales.
"John’s legacy will continue, as TIA will always remember this industry champion,” said TIA Interim President & CEO Doug Clark. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. Jerue was able to reach bounds of success throughout his lifetime, and we will always cherish all the time we had with him.”
John J. Jerue Truck Broker is currently led by Jeff Jerue, John’s son. We share our condolences and hope for the absolute best for John J. Jerue Truck Broker.

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Gambling encourages cheating, stealing, and scamming. As such, casinos spend a lot of money on security. These are the reasons why there are so many casinos across the world. However, there are a few things to look out for. If you visit a casino, you should avoid letting children play. These places may be unsafe and have strict rules for minors. So, what should you look for when visiting a Casino?
A casino is a public place where people can play games of chance. Its primary activity is gambling, although many modern casinos feature live entertainment. A typical casino has many luxuries, including restaurants, free drinks, stage shows, and dramatic scenery. While these places can be considered casinos, many aren’t as luxurious. Nonetheless, they are able to attract visitors and keep them coming back. However, a casino’s overall purpose remains the same: to entertain people.
Most casinos feature a variety of games of skill and chance. However, most of them have mathematically determined odds that give the casino an edge over players. This advantage is referred to as the house edge. Other benefits to playing at a casino include complimentary items (complimentary products) and comps. The payout is the percentage of winnings that are returned to players. The house edge is calculated based on the player’s stake, so a high percentage of players will walk away with winnings.
Security at a casino begins with elaborate surveillance systems. Employees monitor patrons and the games in the casino. Dealers and pit bosses spend the day concentrating on their game, and they can spot a shady behavior almost instantly. The video feeds of the casino are recorded and reviewed for future reference. Computer chips inside the slot machines help determine how much each machine pays out. With this high-tech system, the casino is more secure than ever.

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Audi has unveiled a performance version of its Q2 SUV, dropping a single image of the 220kW SQ2 ahead of its Paris Motor Show debut.
The power comes from the Volkswagen Group’s 2.0-litre TFSI engine (the same that lives inside the Golf R), which, with its 400Nm of torque, is enough to propel the SQ2 to 100km/h in 4.8 seconds and on to a blistering top speed of 250km/h.
Sports suspension, a performance-focused all-wheel-drive system, and a ride height that’s been lowered by 20mm also join the list of performance upgrades.
The engine is paired with a seven-speed S tronic automatic sending power to all four wheels, but also has the ability to send 100 per cent of the torque to the front or rear axle if the system senses a loss of grip.
A clever dynamic setting also pushes torque to the rear axle when the car turns into a bend, meaning the quattro system helps to push the SQ2 into a corner.
The SQ2 has been given an exterior makeover, too, with 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels, and a redesigned front end that centres on the huge eight-bar Singleframe grille. Beneath it, a new front splitter and twin air inlets are designed to make the SQ2's front-end look wider and more "brawny".
Look for the SQ2 to make its full debut at Paris in early October, before it hits dealerships internationally in early 2019. An Australian launch schedule is yet to be confirmed.
Hot hatch or hot SUV? Tell us in the comments below.


A report prepared by the Broward County Natural Resources Planning and Management Division warns that unless several actions are taken, rising sea levels are likely to flood a small portion of Fort Lauderdale by 2040, and a much larger portion by 2075 -- when the sea level could rise by as much as 3 feet.
By 2100, the report predicts temperatures to increase by as much as 10 degrees, incidences of extreme weather become more likely, and the sea level could rise 5 feet above its current level.
Under its worst-case scenario estimate, a 3-foot rise in the sea level could flood major roadways, the downtown area, and access to beaches, and could affect $12.1 billion worth of taxable properties across Broward County.
This problem is in part due to how storm water is drained into the sea. Graphics in the report show that with an increase in the sea level, water could actually go the wrong way -- from the sea and out of the drains into the city:
Just a 1-foot rise in the sea level could flood several coastal communities and A1A, the report shows, and as the sea level rises to 2 feet above its current level, more communities could become flooded, as well as marine areas and local roads -- like Las Olas Boulevard.
At 3 feet, the report says downtown Fort Lauderdale would become more flooded, and would start to affect City Hall, waterway communities, access to schools, and navigation for boats under fixed bridges. Roads affected would include Broward Boulevard, Davie Boulevard, Riverland Road, as well as a few others:
The report is scheduled to be presented by the Nancy Gassman -- the manager of the county's energy and sustainability program -- at the Fort Lauderdale City Commission Conference Meeting, which is scheduled to start at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday.
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A Dublin youth athletics coach has surrendered to deputies after being indicted on a charge that he allegedly tried to rape a 12-year-old boy.
A Franklin County Grand Jury indicted Ross E. Shane, 43, on a felony attempted rape charge in connection with allegedly soliciting sex from a 12 year old.
According to prosecutors, Shane arrived at a location in November to meet the boy after allegedly soliciting sex with him through online communication.
Officials said that Shane spoke with who he believed was the father of the boy via the Internet to set up a time to meet the boy for sex.
When he showed up to meet the boy, he was arrested and has since bonded out of jail.
"There was nothing that went on that would make you think anything like that was happening," said neighbor Joe Vulpio.
Shane is a Dublin youth football coach and an assistant baseball coach, according to authorities.
Shane could face five to 25 years in jail if convicted of the crime.
The Franklin County Sheriff said Shane will not face any additional charges for fleeing because he was not in custody at the time.
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- AUD/USD has been creeping lower and has penetrated below the 38.2% Flash crash lows/late Jan highs Fibo retracement target.
- RBA has shifted gears and will likely remain on hold for the foreseeable future.
- The surge in iron ore prices to 2-year highs as well as prospects of the Chinese stimulus plus Sino/US trade deal are supportive.
AUD/USD has been capped by the 200-D SMA for a third time since the mid-April 2018 multiple top highs. The pair is driven by forces relating to trade, Chinese growth outlook and dovish tones from both the RBA and Fed who have switched over to neutral.
Economic performances of both the US and China are priced although the US’s economy has further to fall, likely due to previous interest rate hikes that will take effect as the fiscal boost fades – Thus, monetary policy tightening is expected come to an end in the US in the coming months.
Chinese policymakers, on the other hand, are likely to ease policy further as weak credit growth weighs on activity. Should a trade deal be done before the 1st March deadline, that should be a supporting factor for the Aussie in the near term, although a lot of the optimism is already priced into the stock market and a buy the rumour, sell the fact scenario, could come into play shortly after a knee jerk reaction.
However, the return to a softer USD policy from the Trump administration as the fiscal stimulus ebbs, just as cumulative US financial tightening begins to bite and Chinese stimulus measures begin to bear fruit; the bias may switch positive for the Aussie.
Moreover, when a trade deal of some description is agreed between the US and China the commodities complex would be boosted, supporting the Aussie – We have already seen iron ore prices at 2-year highs.
RBA to cut rates
On the domestic front, however, the downturn in Australia’s housing market is expected to restrain consumer spending and weigh on dwelling investment over 2019 and 2020 which could lead to prospects of rate cuts from the RBA, potentially in 2019.
Analysts at Commerzbank explained that AUD/USD tries to stabilise around the late January low at 0.7077 but remains under pressure following its failure at the 200-day ma at 0.7281 and early November highs at 0.7302/14:
“The sell off has eroded initial support at the 0.7077 25th January low, but we would allow for losses to the 0.7022/15 October low and 50% retracement. There is potential for 0.6950/the 61.8% retracement, but we look for this to hold. Price action in January was exhaustive – the market charted a hammer (reversal). We have a TD perfected setup on the daily chart and a 13 count on the weekly chart. This suggests the down move ended at 0.6738.”


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Ali Muhammad Khan re-arrested for sixth time
MARDAN, JUN 27 (DNA) — Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Muhammad Khan has been re-arrested for the sixth time after being released from jail. The judge of an anti-corruption court approved the bail of PTI leader Ali Muhammad Khan today. The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) arrested Khan again in another case.
Khan was immediately arrested by the ACE officials at the jail gate. A new corruption case was lodged against the PTI leader yesterday for alleged financial irregularities in development projects.
Former minister Muhammad Atif, Tufial Anjum and others were also nominated. Earlier in the month, an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Mardan acquitted the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader in May 9 violence case.
Ali Muhammad Khan, who was rearrested by Mardan police, was presented before the court of ATC Judge Syed Ubaidullah Shah. Nadeem Shah advocate appeared before the court to represent the PTI leader. The court after hearing arguments in the case, discharged Khan from the case and ordered to release him, if he is not wanted in any other case.
Former state minister Ali Muhammad Khan was first arrested from Rawalpindi, then from Islamabad and last arrest was from Peshawar and was shifted to Mardan. Earlier, the Peshawar High Court (PHC) ordered to release the former PTI MNA who was arrested following May 9 attack on military installations. — DNA
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Robert Lindsay was kicked off Shakespeare In Love after confronting Harvey Weinstein
Robert Lindsay has revealed he was kicked out of Shakespeare In Love after a row with Harvey Weinstein.
The actor was scheduled to perform alongside Gwyneth Paltrow and Joseph Fiennes in the Oscar-winning 1998 movie, until the producer overruled the casting decision.
Lindsay confirmed his early involvement in the film on Twitter after a former co-star Molly Ringwald detailed their joint battle with Weinstein over another movie.
On Tuesday, Ringwald wrote in the New Yorker magazine how Weinstein 'interfered' with their 1990 film Strike It Rich, as well as writing about sexual harassment she had suffered at the hands of others in Hollywood.
The British film was adapted from Graham Greene's novel Loser Takes It All and starred Ringwald and Lindsay in the leading roles.
When I confronted him little did I know the impact on my career— Robert Lindsay (@RobertLindsay) October 18, 2017
Having been cast in Shakespeare in Love he told the director NO Lindsay
Ringwald wrote: "The worst I had to contend with was performing new pages that Harvey had someone else write, which were not in the script; my co-star, Robert Lindsay, and I had signed off to do a film adapted and directed by one person, and then were essentially asked to turn our backs on him and film scenes that were not what we had agreed to."
The film title was changed from Loser Takes It All to Strike It Rich and Ringwald claimed it was completely marketed wrong with the poster being far removed from the plotline.
Taking to Twitter on Wednesday, the award-winning actor said: "Yes she's right and because I confronted him he basically halted my film career...
"#HarveyWeinstein represented everything I came to hate about movies if he owned a movie he owned everyone in it.
"When I confronted him little did I know the impact on my career... Having been cast in Shakespeare in Love he told the director NO Lindsay."
In a 2006 interview with the Daily Telegraph, Lindsay admitted he regretted his bust-up with Weinstein on the set of Strike It Rich.
He recalled: "I had a brief Hollywood moment in the '80s... do I regret it? Yes. I regret it because these people turned out to be the most powerful people in Hollywood. I mean, you don't turn round to Harvey Weinstein and call him a w**ker and pin him up against a wall."
Lindsay is one of Britain's most successful TV and stage actors, having appeared with the Royal Shakespeare Company and has won Bafta, Olivier and Tony Awards on both sides of the Atlantic.
He famously starred alongside Zoe Wanamaker in hit BBC sitcom My Family, which averaged 4.6million viewers.


STATE IMPACT PENNSYLVANIA – The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that municipalities may not issue permits for oil and gas development in areas that are zoned for non-industrial use — unless they first amend their zoning codes.
The ruling on Friday arose from a challenge by two Lycoming County landowners to their township’s decision in 2013 to issue a permit to Inflection Energy, a natural gas exploration company, to build a well pad in the plaintiffs’ neighborhood, which was zoned residential-agricultural.
The court said in a 4-3 decision that the Board of Supervisors in Fairfield Township erred by issuing the permit without first changing its zoning code to allow for industrial uses within a residential zone.
Municipalities can legally amend their zoning codes to allow oil and gas development in any or all of its zoning districts, the court said, but Fairfield failed to do that, and should have done so.
“What a governing body may not do, however, and what the Fairfield Township Board of Supervisors did in this case, is to permit oil and gas development in residential/agricultural districts without first enacting the necessary amendments,” the court wrote in a 24-page opinion.
The decision overturned a Commonwealth Court ruling that shale gas development was a “public service facility” such as a water treatment plant and so could be located in any zone where such facilities operated.
But the Supreme Court opined that the proposed well pad was not “in any material respect” similar to those facilities, and so could not be located in the residential zone.
The three dissenting justices defended the Commonwealth Court’s ruling and argued that industrial activity in the zone, while discouraged by the zoning ordinance, is not forbidden. They said the proposed use is a gas well, not the construction activity needed to build it, and that once it was operational, it would be essentially “passive.”
The dissent cited evidence by Inflection Energy showing that only one pickup truck per week would visit the completed well pad, and there would be one small building surrounded by farmland where existing agriculture would continue. Inflection Energy did not respond to requests for comment.
The environmental group PennFuture, which argued the case on behalf of the plaintiffs, Brian and Dawn Gorsline, and their neighbors, Paul and Michele Batkowski, said municipalities will now have to take a harder look at whether proposed gas well pads comply with zoning conditions.
“The Court’s decision makes clear that shale gas development is an industrial land use, and that local government must rigorously consider what other land uses it is compatible with before allowing it to occur in districts designed for incompatible uses, such as a district designed to foster a quiet residential environment,” said George Jugovic Jr., an attorney for PennFuture.
The court said the ruling should not be “misconstrued” as meaning that oil and gas development is never permitted in residential or agricultural districts, but stressed that zoning authorities must be clear on what is and is not allowed in a zone.
That means municipalities need to more carefully consider whether a well pad or other gas facilities are compatible with local zoning rules, Jugovic said in an interview.
“They need to … recognize this land use is an industrial land use and rigorously and seriously consider the impacts it’s going to have on the township, and where it should be properly located,” he said.
The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors welcomed the ruling, calling it an “excellent opportunity” for townships to review their ordinances to make sure they permit, deny or allow various uses within zoning districts.
“The language of ordinances matters, as does the quality of the evidence that applicants must present and that boards must rely upon when rendering decisions,” said the association’s executive director, David Sanko, in a statement.
Rich Raiders, an environmental and land-use attorney, said the ruling gives local government more control over the siting of oil and gas facilities, and allows them to designate fracking as an industrial activity that is only allowed in industrial zones.
“This puts a lot of power in what might be the most powerful force of government – the local zoning hearing board,” Raiders said. “The local zoning hearing board gets to decide where ‘similar land uses’ do or do not occur.”
The ruling won’t cause a fundamental shift in how municipalities write their zoning rules, but might prompt those that are pro-development to take another look at whether a gas well pad would comply with existing rules, said Jordan Yeager, an attorney who won a landmark Supreme Court ruling against parts of the controversial Act 13 natural gas law in 2013.
But he predicted the ruling will curb efforts by industry to operate in all local zones, and to minimize the nature of its activity so that it will be allowed in to more places.
“This will rein-in those kinds of efforts, and so municipalities that want to accommodate those efforts are going to have to be more explicit about that accommodation,” he said.
Amy Sisk contributed reporting.


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Chairman of the Public Utilities Commission (PUCSL) Janaka Ratnayake expects the political authority to adhere to acts of law which are part of state policy.
He said he respected the Public Utilities Act, and not the minister of power.
Speaking to the media yesterday (01), Ratnayake said he only had a difference of opinion with subject minister Kanchana Wijesekara.
Although a cabinet paper has cited power-cuts as being negligible, its benefit should go to the consumers, he said.
The PUCSL chief ruled out an increase in electricity charges next year.
Politics created power crisis
Energy expert Dr. Thilak Siyambalapitiya, said the present power crisis was the result of political decision-making.
The CEB’s losses have gone up due to the non-revision of the electricity charges twice a year since 2014 due to political pressure, he said.
The CEB has asked for a 70 per cent increase to cover its losses, and outstanding payments that stand at nearly Rs. 650 billion.
It reportedly has the cabinet approval to do so in January and June.
Additional general manager of the CEB Rohan Seneviratne has told the National Council subcommittee on economic stabilization that the increase would be effected with PUCSL approval.
Dr. Siyambalapitiya has told Neth News that cabinet approval was not needed for the increase.
Meanwhile, minister Wijesekara said all recognized tourism zones will be exempted from nightly power-cuts.
He also said there would be no power cuts during Christmas and the New Year.


Syrinx College – a piano accompaniment suggested by Debussy's Syrinx for Flute Alone by Gary Schocker
“Syrinx Collage was written at the suggestion of my father and first flute teacher, Paul, who first taught me the piece when I was twelve. Syrinx is my favorite flute piece and I have always been curious about what the underlying chords might be. While not trying to slavishly imitate Debussy, my accompaniment has, in my opinion, a Debussy-esque quality. I hope it will give flutists another view of this great work.” – Gary Shocker
PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT ONLY – SOLO FLUTE PART IS NOT INCLUDED!


Mettler Toledo CSN840 vs FreightSnap
When it comes to cubing and weighing systems, choosing the right one can make a significant impact on a business’s operations. This is where Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap come into the picture. Both systems offer high levels of accuracy and precision, but which one is better suited for your business needs? In this article, we will discuss the importance of choosing the right cubing and weighing system, the features, benefits, and drawbacks of both systems, ease of use comparison, integration with existing software, cost comparison, customer reviews, the future of cubing and weighing systems, and finally, our verdict on Mettler Toledo CSN840 vs FreightSnap.
Understanding the Importance of Choosing the Right Cubing and Weighing System
Before jumping into the features and benefits of each system, it is crucial to understand why choosing the right cubing and weighing system matters. Accuracy and precision are pivotal in any business operation, especially when it comes to logistics and shipping. An inaccurate system can lead to a waste of time, increased costs, and frustrated clients. On the other hand, a precise system can significantly improve operations’ efficiency and accuracy, positively impacting a business’s bottom line.
Another critical factor to consider when choosing a cubing and weighing system is the type of products being handled. Different products have varying shapes, sizes, and weights, which can affect the accuracy of the system. For instance, irregularly shaped items may require a more advanced system that can accurately measure their dimensions and weight. Therefore, it is essential to choose a system that can handle the specific products being shipped to ensure accurate measurements and avoid costly errors.
Additionally, choosing the right cubing and weighing system can also impact a business’s sustainability efforts. An accurate system can help reduce the amount of packaging material used, leading to less waste and a more environmentally friendly operation. Moreover, a precise system can help optimize the use of space in shipping containers, reducing the number of shipments required and, in turn, reducing the carbon footprint of the business.
Features and Benefits of the Mettler Toledo CSN840
Mettler Toledo CSN840 is on the higher end of cubing and weighing systems. It offers a high level of accuracy, with up to 99.9% precision. This system is also versatile, with the ability to cube and weigh various shapes and sizes, from small parcels to large cargo. Mettler Toledo CSN840 also comes with advanced features, such as automatic calibration, which saves time and increases accuracy. Additionally, it comes with integrated software, making it easy to track and manage shipments.
Another benefit of the Mettler Toledo CSN840 is its durability. It is built with high-quality materials, ensuring that it can withstand heavy use and harsh environments. This makes it a reliable option for businesses that need to weigh and cube items on a regular basis.
Furthermore, the Mettler Toledo CSN840 is user-friendly, with a simple interface that is easy to navigate. This means that even employees who are not familiar with weighing and cubing systems can quickly learn how to use it. This can save businesses time and money on training costs.
Features and Benefits of the FreightSnap Cubing and Weighing System
FreightSnap is a relatively more affordable option when it comes to cubing and weighing systems. It offers up to 98.5% accuracy and precision, making it a reliable option for most businesses. The system allows for quick measuring and weighing, with the ability to generate label data in seconds. FreightSnap is also easy to install and operate, with a user-friendly interface that can assist operators with little or no technical experience. Additionally, FreightSnap offers customized reports, which is invaluable for businesses that require analysis of shipping data.
Another advantage of the FreightSnap Cubing and Weighing System is its compatibility with various shipping software and platforms. This means that businesses can easily integrate the system into their existing shipping processes without having to make significant changes. The system also has the ability to store and recall data, which can save time and reduce errors in the shipping process. With its high accuracy, ease of use, and compatibility with different software, the FreightSnap Cubing and Weighing System is an excellent investment for businesses looking to streamline their shipping operations.
Comparison of Accuracy and Precision between Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap
While both systems offer high levels of accuracy and precision, Mettler Toledo CSN840 edges out FreightSnap. The former system offers up to 99.9% accuracy compared to FreightSnap’s 98.5%. The difference may not be significant for small and medium-sized businesses, but it may matter for larger establishments that handle a high volume of shipments.
In addition to accuracy and precision, there are other factors to consider when choosing between Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap. For example, Mettler Toledo CSN840 offers a wider range of weighing capacities, making it suitable for businesses that handle both small and large shipments. On the other hand, FreightSnap is more affordable and may be a better option for businesses on a tight budget.
Another important consideration is the level of customer support offered by each system. Mettler Toledo CSN840 has a reputation for excellent customer service, with a team of experts available to provide technical support and assistance. FreightSnap also offers customer support, but it may not be as comprehensive as Mettler Toledo’s.
Ease of Use Comparison: Mettler Toledo CSN840 vs FreightSnap
Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap are both relatively easy to use. Mettler Toledo CSN840 comes with a user-friendly interface that can be operated with little or no technical experience. Additionally, integrated software makes tracking and managing shipments a breeze. Similarly, FreightSnap is also user-friendly, thanks to its easy-to-use interface and automated features, which allow for quick and accurate measurements and generation of shipping data.
However, there is one key difference between the two systems when it comes to ease of use. Mettler Toledo CSN840 requires manual input of shipment data, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors. On the other hand, FreightSnap’s automated data capture system eliminates the need for manual input, saving time and reducing the risk of errors. This feature makes FreightSnap the more efficient and user-friendly option for businesses with high shipping volumes.
Which System Offers Better Integration with Existing Software?
One of the main advantages of Mettler Toledo CSN840 is its integrated software, which makes it easy to track and manage shipments. The system offers seamless integration with various software, such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and warehouse management software (WMS). However, FreightSnap also offers integration with various software, making it a viable option for businesses that have existing software systems in place.
It is important to note that while both systems offer integration with existing software, the level of integration may vary. Mettler Toledo CSN840 has been specifically designed to integrate with a wide range of software, providing a more comprehensive solution for businesses with complex software needs. On the other hand, FreightSnap’s integration capabilities may be more limited, but it still offers a viable option for businesses with simpler software requirements.
How to Choose Between Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap based on Your Business Needs
Choosing between Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap depends entirely on your business needs. If accuracy, precision, and advanced features are your major requirements, Mettler Toledo CSN840 is a better choice. However, if you are looking for a more affordable option that offers high levels of accuracy and precision, FreightSnap is the way to go.
It is important to consider the size and weight of the items you will be measuring. Mettler Toledo CSN840 is designed for larger and heavier items, while FreightSnap is better suited for smaller and lighter items. Additionally, if you require a more user-friendly interface and easier installation, FreightSnap may be the better option.
Another factor to consider is the level of customer support and maintenance required. Mettler Toledo CSN840 offers extensive customer support and maintenance services, but at a higher cost. FreightSnap, on the other hand, offers more limited support and maintenance, but at a more affordable price point.
Cost Comparison: Is Mettler Toledo CSN840 or FreightSnap More Affordable?
Cost is a crucial factor when it comes to choosing a cubing and weighing system. Mettler Toledo CSN840 is on the higher end, with a price range of $15,000-$50,000, depending on configuration. On the other hand, FreightSnap is relatively more affordable, with prices ranging from $4,000 to $12,000, depending on the chosen configurations. Therefore, for businesses that value affordability, FreightSnap may be a more viable option.
However, it is important to note that the cost of the system should not be the only factor considered when making a decision. Other factors such as accuracy, durability, and ease of use should also be taken into account. While FreightSnap may be more affordable, it may not necessarily be the best fit for all businesses. It is important to carefully evaluate the needs of your business and compare the features and benefits of each system before making a final decision.
Customer Reviews: What are Users Saying about Mettler Toledo CSN840 vs FreightSnap?
Both Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap have received positive reviews from users. Customers appreciate the systems’ high levels of accuracy, ease of use, and integration with existing software systems. However, some customers have cited Mettler Toledo CSN840’s high cost as a disadvantage.
The Future of Cubing and Weighing Systems: A Look at Advancements in Technology
The advancements in technology have led to the development of more accurate and precise cubing and weighing systems. Some of the advancements include automated calibration, real-time tracking, and advanced reporting features. The future of cubing and weighing systems looks promising, with the development of more efficient and accurate systems that can handle a high volume of shipments at a faster rate.
Which System is Best Suited for Your Industry?
Choosing the right cubing and weighing system for your industry depends entirely on your business needs. For instance, if you are in the e-commerce industry, where precision and accuracy are crucial, Mettler Toledo CSN840 is the best option. On the other hand, if you are in the logistics industry, FreightSnap may be a more convenient and affordable option.
Conclusion: Final Verdict on Mettler Toledo CSN840 vs FreightSnap
Both Mettler Toledo CSN840 and FreightSnap offer high levels of accuracy and precision, though with a slight variation. Choosing between the two systems depends on your business needs, considering factors such as accuracy, precision, affordability, and ease of use. For businesses that place a premium on accuracy, features, and integration with existing software systems, Mettler Toledo CSN840 is the better choice, albeit at a higher cost. However, if your business requires a more affordable option that offers high levels of accuracy and precision, FreightSnap is a viable alternative.


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A 14-screen movie theater is in the works for Jacksonville’s Intracoastal West area.
Sleiman Enterprises development firm announced it reached a deal with Cinemark Holdings to construct the new cinema complex on the northwest corner of Atlantic and Kernan boulevards, the companies said. The movie complex will be built near the existing Academy Sports & Outdoor store and L.A. Fitness gym in the Atlantic North shopping center. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
The cinema center is expected to be completed in 2020, the companies said.
“We are thrilled to welcome Cinemark to Atlantic North,” said Sleiman Enterprises leasing representative Ashleigh Sleiman. “Cinemark’s exceptional facility will also serve as a catalyst for advancing phase two [of the shopping center development], bringing Sleiman Enterprises’ development at Atlantic and Kernan to a total of 550,000 square feet.”

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Maximinos Apartment is a project designed by REM’A. The idea was born from the client’s most basic requests; a reformulation of the apartment that would allow for a more fluid circulation, a more practical and visually clean environment without the need for furniture and decoration. Photography by Ivo Tavares Studio.
Apartamento em Braga do Atelier de Arquitectura REM’A e fotografia de Ivo tavares Studio
The House designed by REM’A is located in a typical plot in the outskirts of the city of Guimarães and is characterized by a dense construc:on environment that surrounds the plot where we are intervening. Photography by Ivo Tavares Studio
Casa A em Guimarães do atelier de arquitetura REM’A arquitectos com fotografia de arquitetura Ivo Tavares Studio


Nicola Sturgeon faces reckoning from voters over Scottish independence referendum plan | Politics | Information
Andrew Bowie asks ‘why did Sturgeon mislead Scottish folks’
Speaking to Specific.co.uk about analysis he performed within the run-up to the election, he stated some SNP voters gave their assist to Ms Sturgeon as a result of they didn’t consider she would comply with via and maintain a referendum.
“A few of these SNP voters who voted SNP for these extra home causes had been saying they might really feel actually fairly stunned, disenchanted, cheated if Nicola Sturgeon went and held a referendum,” he stated.
“While you take a look at the polls, individuals are against having a referendum anytime quickly, together with not an insignificant portion of people that voted for the SNP.
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SNP voters would really feel ‘cheated’ if a brand new referendum was held in accordance with the pollster
“A superb chunk of people that voted for the SNP did so as a result of they had been impressed by Nicola Sturgeon’s dealing with of the pandemic, not as a result of they wished an independence referendum.
“When you take a look at the run-up to the vote, Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP had been attempting to clarify to voters that independence wasn’t their high precedence and that they had been going to concentrate on home points as a substitute.”
He stated Ms Sturgeon was strolling a tightrope over independence and will see her plans backfire.
He stated: “If Sturgeon will get the messaging improper they usually flip in opposition to the SNP and say ‘why the hell aren’t you specializing in colleges, the NHS, and so on’, then that is clearly going to be dangerous for Sturgeon.
“You possibly can see SNP assist and independence assist eroding.
“It is a actually, actually advantageous steadiness.”
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Nicola Sturgeon obtained votes from Scots who need the main focus to be on the pandemic
The SNP are hoping to carry a brand new referendum throughout the present sitting of parliament
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has spent months overhauling his Union Unit which goals to spice up the energy of the UK to assist see off the specter of Scottish independence.
In current weeks his tone on the topic has softened, not ruling out a referendum could possibly be held in some unspecified time in the future sooner or later, however saying now will not be the time for a brand new vote.
He stated the morning after the Holyrood election: “I don’t assume that is something just like the time to have extra constitutional wrangling, to be speaking about ripping our nation aside, when truly folks need to heal our financial system and bounce ahead collectively.”
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James Johnson stated the technique of pushing again on the timetable may forestall the SNP securing independence.
“If that language stays the identical, that could be simply sufficient to have the ability to reject an independence referendum with these voters being pushed towards Nicola Sturgeon’s camp,” he stated earlier than warning: “It is really easy to place a foot improper right here.
“A number of months in the past contemplating the place that coverage was, it might have been very easy to think about Boris Johnson popping out on the steps of No10, saying ‘by no means ever ever, as soon as in a era, not going to entertain it’, and that actually backfiring.
“That hasn’t occurred.
Scotland election outcomes 2021
“There may be extra of a plan and extra of a way of what messages work and which of them do not.”
On the Holyrood elections, the SNP received 64 seats another than in 2016.
Added to the eight seats the Inexperienced Celebration received, pro-independence events received 72 of the 129 within the Parliament.
Nevertheless, unionists have pointed to the actual fact pro-UK events received a majority share Share (50.4 p.c) of the vote in constituency seats.


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The opioid crisis competes with the economy as the most pressing issue in rural America, according to a new poll conducted by NPR, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Experts met at the Chan School on Friday to assess the poll’s implications and propose solutions in a panel discussion moderated by NPR correspondent Joe Neel.
Robert Blendon, professor of health policy and political analysis, described the results as both surprising and disturbing.
“If you’re in the polling world, you rarely ever hear people say that the biggest problem in their community is a health problem,” he said.
But the U.S. opioid crisis is now so widespread that one of every four respondents knew someone who was affected. The data on drug use shows clear overlap with economic problems.
“Fifty-five percent of people said that the economy where they lived was fair or poor,” Blendon said. “So these are people looking across the street and not seeing a very hopeful point of view.”
Yet there is some optimism, as half of those interviewed said that they believe many problems could be addressed within five years. What citizens are hoping for, Blendon said, are long-term solutions — improved health care, strong public schools, and solid work opportunities.
“They want something that really sticks,” he said.
Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland said that he wasn’t surprised by the findings, as his state loses 14 people a day to drug addiction. “It is a huge problem and in my judgment, it has not been sufficiently recognized as such.”
While citing the need for robust treatment programs, Strickland emphasized that the crisis is tied to other issues.
“Housing issues, transportation issues, food insecurity problems — all of these are characteristic to rural areas and I think related to the opioid problem.”
David Terrell, executive director of the Indiana Communities Institute, agreed.
“The opioid crisis is really a symptom of a lot of other deep-seated issues, including the economy,” he said, adding that jobs alone will not solve the problem.
“Business attraction in and of itself is not the panacea for communities,” Terrell said. “People want to live in viable communities that have strong physical infrastructure, strong and robust schools.”
Katrina Badger, program officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, went a step further, pointing to studies that illustrate how the social stability of a community affects its health and economic strength.
“We know from research that social connectedness — between families and neighbors, looking out for each other in times of need — really leads to longer lives and better health and well-being.”
One positive development, the panel noted, is strong public support for drug treatment, rather than imprisonment — a marked change from attitudes during the crack epidemic of the 1980s.
“Minority communities believe that the first epidemic, which impacted them more greatly, got a different response from the president on down,” Blendon said. “But [we learned that] filling prisons didn’t solve the problem.”
To make inroads against the opioid crisis, the country needs to implement a comprehensive plan of training, treatment, and education, the panelists agreed. Strickland recalled once picking up a hitchhiker while driving to teach a class; the man turned out to be on his way to treatment for addiction.
“He told me he had just gotten out of prison,” Strickland said. “He told me he was alienated from his daughter. He said to me, ‘I wish I had a car because it would be easier to get a job.’ I think about that fellow a lot. I think he illustrates part of the problems that people in rural areas face.”

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Much is being said and written about prosecutions and cases involving alleged tax evasion.
Considering the current climate permeating society, it would be wise to remember the basic legal rules that are part of our culture. No one is or should be considered guilty until the justice system issues its own verdict on the matter.
Neither media nor any other entity should attempt to usurp the role of judges and prosecutors.
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>>7687188 Do you think /his/ is filled with scholars?
They'd just recommend him some shitty podcasts and a pop-history book. It would be better than your vapid contribution, but a primary source would still be better.
And how is Suetonius a 'babby-tier' suggestion? OP asked for biographies that cover the lives of emperors, Suetonius does just that. Most good editions would have a bibliography with a plethora of further reading.
Tacitus would be an excellent partner to Suetonius also, as they cover a similar period.
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Eid al-Adha, the holiest celebration in the Islamic calendar, was expected to fall on 11 September, on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Centre and Pentagon in 2001.
But it has been confirmed the holiday will now fall a day later, on 12 September, in most countries.
Literally translating as the “festival of the sacrifice” and also known as the “Greater Eid”, Eid al-Adha marks the end of Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca undertaken by Muslims all over the world.
During the Greater Eid, Muslims commemorate the day Ibrahim was about to sacrifice his son but was told by God to kill an animal instead. The celebration symbolises Ibrahim’s devotion to Allah.
When is Eid al-Adha?
The timing of the celebration is dictated by the lunar cycle, so the festival falls on a different date every year, just as Easter does.
The day is set when a new moon is sighted – but there is no exact definition of what this means. There is little agreement within the faith about whether the moon must be spotted with the naked eye and whether it should be seen in the country where the celebrations are happening.
Saudi Arabia has been known to send up fighter jets to determine whether the new moon has arrived.
The result of the varying interpretations of the rule is that Greater Eid falls on a different day depending on what sect, mosque or region you are in.
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced on Friday it would celebrate the festival on the 12 September.
The US, Canada and the Islamic Society of North America all follow the Saudi calendar, as does the European Council of Fatwa and Research.
But in Pakistan and Bangladesh, the date is determined by local sightings of the moon. This year, the Asian countries will celebrate the Greater Eid on September 13.
Why has Eid al-Adha’s timing received so much attention this year?
Concerns arose that the holiday would be misunderstood after it initially appeared the festival would fall on the anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
The worry was that the festivities would be interpreted as Muslims celebrating the atrocities. The Muslim council on American-Islamic Relations held meetings about the possibility.
Ibrahim Hooper from the council, told Reuters he was concerned it might allow “Islam haters to falsely claim that Muslims were celebrating on 9/11”.
Following a surge in suspected hate crimes after terrorist massacres in Paris and California, religious leaders put their communities on high alert when they heard about the expected date.
Akbar Ahmed, a chair of Islamic Studies at the American University in Washington DC said: “One act of violence could trigger another as there is heightened tension."
Mosques which held outdoor prayers on Eid were reportedly considering moving indoors amid worries about security.
How is Eid al-Adha celebrated?
For Muslims, the day begins with morning prayers, followed by the exchange of food and gifts with family and friends. Muslims are obliged to share their food and money with the poor so they too can take part in the celebrations.
Worshippers will slaughter an animal, such as a sheep or a goat. In Pakistan alone, nearly ten million animals are slaughtered on Eid. Anyone wishing to sacrifice an animal in the UK must conform to welfare standards so the animal is treated humanely.
The festival is traditionally four days long, but public holidays vary depending on the country.
Turkey, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait and Oman will have nine-day breaks.Pakistan will observe a three-day break for Eid, while Bangladesh will have six days off.
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UFAHAMU Journal of African Studies Digitization Launch Party
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UFAHAMU: Journal of African Studies welcomes scholars, researchers, activists, and members of the African Studies community from across southern California to the Fowler Museum for a special commemoration celebrating the digitization of UFAHAMU's entire archive of publications dating back 42 years. This digitization project represents a unique collaboration between UFAHAMU, the UCLA Graduate Student Association, and the UCLA Young Research Library, to bring all of UFAHAMU's rich history of publication on Africa and African Diaspora topics online, with a fully-searchable index of articles, as well as high resolution preservation of art works published in the journal since 1971. With funding from a unique and generous grant by the Young Research Library, and the invaluable technical support of the Graduate Student Association's Publications Department, UFAHAMU is very proud to be able to sustain its founding commitment to the wider dissemination of scholarly work on and from Africa and the Diaspora. We envision this project as a watershed moment in UFAHAMU's history, ushering in a new identity for the journal as a digital archive in the humanistic and social science fields of postcolonial African Studies. The Editors invite you to share in this historic commemoration of one of the longest running graduate-lead journals in the country, a historic publication that has given voice to scholars of Africa for nearly half a century. Come enjoy a performance of West African dancers as well as Senegalese food, and hear from current as well as past editors of UFAHAMU.
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