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What if we told you that earthquakes come from the sky, and we are getting data on the Afghanistan earthquake from the Taliban? Well, if you have been keeping score, then you will probably just say, “That sounds like 2023!”
Sometimes, it feels like earthquakes are the planet’s way of talking to us and reminding us of the past. Along these lines, the earth will violently reveal something to us, like the 7.6 magnitude quake that hit Mexico City in 2022. Interestingly, this massive deadly quake unearthed a five-hundred-year-old Maya relic–a beautiful sculpture that was three feet high and five feet long, with incredible detail chiseled into it.
Closeup of Mayan relic. (Image courtesy of MSN)
This relic was unearthed beneath one of the buildings of a law school at the National Autonomous University of Mexico. How striking is it that the old ways were unearthed just beneath the new ways?
To those who suffer the effects and aftershocks of earthquakes, it seems much more like hell on earth. And this year, we have seen plenty of that hellish seismic activity across the globe. As such, more people are coming to the conclusion that adding earthquake preparedness to their lives is a step in the right direction. Once the earth starts shaking, after all, you are at the mercy of subduction.
Table of Contents
Are Earthquakes Getting Worse?
Why is the Earth So Shaky?
Earthquake Preparedness Basics
Are Tectonic Weapons a Thing?
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Earthquakes Getting Worse?
Massive destruction from an earthquake. (Image courtesy of Pixabay)
Though it seems like there are more earthquakes than ever before, what seismologists have deduced is that there is also much more measuring going on. In other words, humans have more seismic detection tools in the field than ever before, causing every single shiver of the earth’s mantle to be recorded. Consequently, on paper it looks like there are more earthquakes, but we are simply recording many more of them.
What is the Scale?
If we could chalk it all up to measuring smaller earthquakes, then we could put the issue to bed. The trouble is, we are also recording more frequent, larger, and more damaging earthquakes–with record rates of 8.0 magnitude or higher earthquakes since 2004.
Now, magnitude 8.0 is no joke. To put it into perspective, an 8.0 releases energy that is equivalent to one hundred times the amplitude and approximately 1,000 times the energy of a 6.0 magnitude quake, akin to the one that recently struck Afghanistan.
Note that the Great Tohoku Earthquake that hit Japan in 2011–and resulted in the Fukushima nuclear disaster–was a 9.0, and it was so incredibly powerful that it actually knocked the planet off its axis! Needless to say, more of these kinds of quakes are not going to be good for humanity.
In short, we are not seeing more earthquakes overall, but since 2004, the frequency of larger and more damaging earthquakes is rising.
We thought that America pulling out of Afghanistan, leaving behind billions of dollars in weapons, and ceding power to the Taliban sent enough shockwaves through villages like Naib Rafi. However, Mother Nature’s wrath unfortunately had more in store for the people of this nation.
For context, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake is a strong quake that is capable of doing damage to even well-built structures. And in Afghanistan, the people were hit with 6.3 magnitude earthquakes three days in a row.
The good news is that we are getting our data on this emergency from the highly reputable and morally sound Taliban. That’s right, the Taliban has reported that we are dealing with around 2,000 homes, destroyed in twenty villages.
Even better news: the benevolent leadership of the Taliban has allotted only one hospital to serve all twenty villages.
Sarcasm aside, this was a catastrophic event–with a high human cost. In Naib Rafi, a village that was once home to 2,500 people was completely destroyed, with only the men working outside surviving the quake.
Because populations like these have limited medical resources, there are going to be serious casualties–a sobering reminder that we must be prepared to become first responders for our loved ones.
Remember: while access to first aid resources, training, and reference books might not be an option for the people of Afghanistan, it is certainly possible for you. So, are you prepared to deal with the trauma and injury that a significant earthquake can levy upon you and your family?
With this in mind, you need a reliable first aid kit, and you need to know how to use the items inside of it. Ever-Ready Industries creates a great workplace and outdoor first aid kit that is a great edition for your home. Companies like Refuge Medical, meanwhile, conduct training and produce first aid solutions that are made in America.
Lastly, The Prepper’s Medical Handbook is another option that is perfect for the bookshelf or bug-out bag.
Iran earthquake destruction. (Image courtesy of ABC7Chicago)
In 2022, Iranian seismic activity was staggering. Indeed, the middle eastern nation was rocked no less than nine times with magnitude 4.0 quakes or greater. And though we aren't looking at the same kind of activity this year, we have still seen an Iran earthquake several times in 2023.
On January 29th, 2023, for example, Iran was hit with a powerful magnitude 5.9 earthquake that killed three people and injured over 800. Then, in October, another magnitude 5.4 Iran earthquake hit in the southern part of the nation. This proved to be another powerful earthquake, but in a less populated part of the nation.
Significantly, over 90% of Iran is susceptible to experiencing major earthquakes. On this basis, it is easily one of the most seismically active nations on the entire planet. With two tectonic plates meeting at the Arabian and Eurasian fault line–stretching between Iran and Iraq–the country is immensely vulnerable. Plus, Iran is home to the Zargos fold and Thrust belt, which is a subduction zone.
To explain, a subduction zone is the place where two tectonic plates meet, and one of them begins to slide beneath another. Subduction, notably, is responsible for creating things like mountain ranges and Islands.
In Iran’s earthquakes this year, buildings were reduced to rubble and rock dust. If you are worried about breathing airborne particulates from an earthquake, then you should consider carrying the MIRA TAPR system, which is easy to add to your EDC and will quickly provide access to a reliable respirator.
The entire TAPR system is easy to carry.
All over the world, seismic activity is opening people’s eyes to the fact that our world is changing. We are both measuring and experiencing a more shaky planet.
Why is the Earth So Shaky?
We are reading seismic data differently today. (Image courtesy of Pixabay)
Sixth grade science taught us about the dominant cause of earthquakes on the planet earth. To recap, the mantle is on the move, and when two large plates rub up against each other, you get seismic activity.
With that said, things have mightily changed since our time in middle school. Practices like fracking and wastewater injection, for example, have had people raising their eyebrows about what humans might be doing to affect the frequency of earthquakes.
According to the USGS.gov website, more frequent earthquakes in the Midwest of the nation are not from fracking, but from the injection of wastewater byproducts in oil production.
However, what if the sun, which is ninety-three million miles away, is putting out massive amounts of energy that is affecting our magnetic field so greatly that it is the cause of more powerful earthquakes?
To review, class, how do earthquakes occur? Very good! The tectonic plates rub together, and when large amounts of rock crack and break, the resulting energy release shakes the world around it.
So, how on earth could the sun make the earth’s mantle move? Scientists have used over twenty years of data to study the correlation between seismic activity and solar activity, and they have arrived at QUARTZ.
The makeup of quartz, which is spread throughout the earth’s mantle, is affected by electromagnetic pulses. In fact, it can be deformed and weakened by these pulses, which are also created when large amounts of solar energy bang into the earth’s magnetic field.
Simply put, solar storms that collide with the earth send electromagnetic pulses all over the globe. Weakening quartz in the mantle can hasten the fracturing of rock and violá: solar-induced earthquake.
The Sun’s Effect on YOU
Solar flares are massive sources of energy. (Image courtesy of Pixabay)
Whether from the sun or our own doing, a massive EMP is also going to have downstream effects–not the least of which is civil unrest on a massive scale. You see, sunspots affect us, too! In ways that are as equally hard to believe as the quartz hypothesis.
According to Sultan Bashir Mahmood, years that have an increase of seventy or more sunspots are years of great upheaval. We see violence and chaos spread around the world. (This next part is really going to make you laugh, because it means that we are all basically superman!) Yet along with chaos, murder, and violence increasing during periods of massive solar activity, we see incredible advances in human technology.
The most massive cycle for solar activity ever recorded was between 1954 and 1964. It was in this timeframe that humans set off into space for the first time. We are in a new age of twenty-year high solar activity and massive upheaval. You should be preparing for this. After all, the earth and the people on it are doing wild things.
Earthquake Preparedness Basics
Preparedness is the very best example of “a little goes a long way.” Taking very minor precautions, storing a handful of items in a simple emergency kit, and doing an annual drill for likely disasters will make all the difference.
When disaster strikes, you will return to those simple preps. In an earthquake, simple drills will dictate your actions. If you are not prepared, then you will panic, and panic is no plan.
Build an Emergency Supply Kit
When you assemble an emergency kit, you are aiming to create something that can help you in a number of different emergencies. Now, that might sound overwhelming but, in most cases, we are going to be looking for many of the same things.
Communications (e.g., an emergency radio)
Disaster specific preps
Wherever you decide to store your emergency kit, you should store your MIRA respirators there, too. It is also a great place to store your gas mask filters. (Just keep them out of radiant sunlight.)
Prepare for Fires
One of the most common and dangerous aftereffects of an earthquake is fire. Between the debris and the fires, the air after an earthquake can be absolutely toxic to your lungs.
With this in mind, MIRA Safety has an incredible Fire Escape Pro Kit that was designed for the increasing wildfire threat.
This kit includes a CM-6M gas mask, two VK-530 gas masks, and a drop-leg mask pouch for easy storage and carrying.
A great kit for earthquake preparedness.
Create an Evacuation Plan and Meeting Place
An evacuation plan is all about exiting your home or business quickly and effectively during a cataclysm. It is also about making sure that everyone knows where to meet up after the evacuation. In an earthquake, this is particularly important, because people get trapped in the rubble.
As such, your entire family should know where to meet in the event of an evacuation. This will let you know, immediately, if someone needs rescuing. It will also help you direct first responders.
DROP, COVER, HOLD
In fire safety, you have “stop, drop and roll”–a tried and true process that saves lives. Though it might sound silly, it’s easy to remember and, in an emergency, you will return to what you know.
The equivalent in earthquake preparedness is "drop, cover, and hold."
Step One: Drop on all fours to protect yourself from falling, but also to assure that you can move to a place that is safer.
Step Two: Move to cover that is sturdy and will protect you from falling debris. If you have no cover, then move to an interior wall and cover your head and neck.
Step Three: Holding onto the cover or the wall that you are near–or even your head and neck–will keep you safe from moving into a more dangerous area during all the shaking.
Drill and Drill
Walking through the process of evacuation or practicing drop, cover, and hold are all parts of an earthquake drill. You might also consider identifying safe areas in the home that can protect you from falling debris in an earthquake.
Simple disaster preparedness is something that most people are missing. After all, the onslaught of entertainment and distraction fills our lives with a million reasons not to prepare for disasters like earthquakes.
Until something like the earthquake in Afghanistan hits and we have no plan.
Are Tectonic Weapons a Thing?
The effects of tectonic weapons could be devastating. (Image courtesy of Hackaday)
If the sun can trigger an earthquake, then the war machine should have no problem doing it, right?
Well, for now, tectonic weapons are little more than conspiracy–except for the fact that Moscow had long done research into them, and those findings were published in a 1996 edition of Nature magazine.
No doubt, nuclear weapons create massive destruction, but they also create radiation. The use of nuclear weapons also has serious implications in this modern age. You don’t just get away with launching nukes. There is almost always going to be retaliation of some kind.
Even serious military action is often frowned upon. At least until the politically expedient side of the conflict is discovered and then, lately, it seems that almost everything is justified. Accordingly, we are seeing this in locations all over the world.
Now, imagine how effective you could be if instead of flying drones into targets above ground, you could hit your enemy with a succession of earthquakes, destroying everything from military targets to resources and food production.
So, are tectonic weapons a thing? Do militaries use them? Well, if we understand what triggers earthquakes, it seems impossible to imagine a world where we do not have them. One day, at least.
It’s clear that threats from powerful earthquakes are increasing all over the world. Though these powerful quakes might not be happening in your backyard, we pose the question: wouldn’t you rather be prepared if they start?
Bear in mind that areas with existing fault lines are always going to promote the most seismic activity, so it is best to research the risk profile of your region.
In the end, the Iran earthquakes are a reminder that it doesn’t end with just one. There are aftershocks and threats that go beyond the rumbling of earth’s tectonic plates. In this vein, debris and wildfires are two things that you should prepare for following earthquakes.
There has never been a better time to get prepared. Remember, a little goes a long way!


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By Emmanuel Ukumba in Lafia
The Nasarawa State Governor-elect, Abdullahi Sule, has invited his opponents in the just concluded governorsip election in the state to join him in forming a government of unity.
The Nasarawa State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had on Sunday declared the result of the keenly contested 2019 gubernatorial election in the state which saw the emergence of the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Sule as the winner of the election.
Sule therefore extended his hand of fellowship to his opponents Monday in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital, at a press conference.
He said: “Let me use this opportunity to extend my hands of fellowship and appeal to my fellow contestants across party lines to join me in the task of building a united and peaceful state for the benefit of all.
“This victory is not only for the APC but for the entire people of Nasarawa State, irrespective of any political, religious or tribal affiliations.”
The governor-elect said that his election has not only opened another vista for consolidation on the achievements recorded by the outgoing governor of the state, Umaru Tanko Al-makura, and his predecessors, but has become a dream come true for the people of the state whose yearnings and aspirations is to have a leader who is fully prepared to sustain the tempo of developing the foundation.
“I want to assure you that the confidence reposed in me will not be misplaced,” he maintained.

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The wait is finally coming to an end. After months of rumours and speculation, Apple has scheduled the launch its new iPhone 8 – along with other products – for 10 a.m. Eastern Time today, which is 3pm, Nigerian time.
The launch date fits their usual annual autumn launch of major new products. All major Apple iPhones from the iPhone 5 were launched in September.
Apple is expected to launch “a high-end gadget called the iPhone Edition or perhaps the iPhone X at its new “spaceship” headquarters,” according to Sun UK.
The new iPhone could be more affordable than expected. Rumour has it that the flagship iPhone 8 will start from $850, which is around N305,711.
Others speculate it could go as high as $1,300, which is about N467,558.
Here are some of the new features rumoured to expect in the new iPhone 8.
Facial recognition technology, a brand new screen, and camera, are some that have been generally agreed on by analysts.
Analysts have hinted that the iPhone charging could be going wireless.
While the new iPhone is generally expected to be called ‘iPhone 8,’ it’s not yet confirmed.
Apple is rumoured to be planning to call its next smartphone the iPhone X, a move which will be a break from its traditional numerical naming.
According to Tech Radar, “It’s a name that makes some sense, simultaneously highlighting the phone’s high status and giving a nod to it being the tenth anniversary of the iPhone, with X, of course, being the Roman numeral for 10.”
The new iPhone is expected to be larger than the iPhone 7 but smaller than the 7s, measuring 5.65 x 2.79 x 0.298 inches.
The leaked design suggests the “Touch ID” button will appear on the front and that the device will feature the same sort of home button and fingerprint scanner as the current model.
When is the new iPhone coming to Nigeria?
This is still uncertain for now.


Global Agriculture Equipment Market Overview
The global agriculture equipment market is growing rapidly. The market growth attributes to the mechanization and digitization of farms worldwide. Agriculture equipment integrated with computing and sensing is transforming the whole farming gamut, including farmland & food distribution infrastructures, allowing farmers to access mechanization & productivity gains while reducing the idle time of these machines.
Data from these machines, sensors and devices have the potential of transforming agriculture by assisting farmers in their day-to-day operations. Moreover, falling overall costs of this equipment, with an even sharper drop in the cost of sensors and cloud computing, escalates market growth. The market is expected to perceive brisk growth in the years to come.
In this regard, Market Research Future (MRFR) asserts that the global agriculture equipment market would grow at a moderate CAGR throughout the forecast period (2023-2032). According to the forecast, the Agriculture Equipment market is expected to witness substantial growth over the coming years. In 2023, the market is projected to be worth USD 212.04 billion, and it is anticipated to reach USD 326.66 billion by 2032. This growth represents a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 5.55% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2032.
Players leading the global agriculture equipment market include
- JC Bamford Excavators Limited (UK)
- AGCO Corp. (US)
- Deere & Company (US)
- Kubota Corporation (Japan)
- CNH Industrial NV (UK)
- Daedong Industrial Co., Ltd (US)
- CLAAS KGaA mbH (Germany)
- Iseki & Co., Ltd (Japan)
Agriculture Equipment Market Segmentation
The report is segmented into
soil separation equipment
- Planting & Fertilizing
- Plowing & Cultivation
- Asia Pacific
- The Rest-of-the-World
- Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (India)
Key Factors Driving the Market:
- Growing Global Population: The world’s population continues to increase, leading to higher demand for food production. To meet this demand, farmers and agricultural enterprises are seeking efficient equipment that can help them maximize yields and optimize operations.
- Need for Improved Productivity: Agricultural equipment plays a crucial role in boosting productivity by enabling farmers to plant, cultivate, and harvest crops more efficiently and effectively.
- Farm Consolidation: In some regions, the trend of farm consolidation, where small farms are merging into larger operations, has led to increased demand for larger and more powerful agriculture equipment to handle larger fields.
Agriculture Equipment Market Regional Analysis
The Asia Pacific region dominates the global agriculture equipment market. The market growth attributes to the rising food demand due to increasing population and growing exports in China and India.
North America holds the second significant share in the global agriculture equipment market. Factors such as high disposable income and vast investments in agriculture projects positively impact the regional market growth. Additionally, investments in farming technologies in the US and Canada boost the region’s agriculture equipment market size.
Europe too holds a considerable share in the global agriculture equipment market. The market is largely driven by regulatory laws implemented to increase crop yields. Furthermore, green zone projects in countries like the UK and France create substantial market demand. Favorable incentives to purchase various agriculture vehicles and equipment foster the growth of the regional market significantly.
Industry/ Innovation/ Related News
April 22, 2021 – Hoosier Ag Today (HAT – the US), a leading media organization exclusively dedicated to covering Indiana agriculture, announced that it is increasingly collaborating with several Indiana state agencies on farm equipment safety videos.
In June 2021- CNH Industrial N.V., a prominent company in the agriculture equipment market, completed the acquisition of Raven Industries, Inc., a leading US-based company specializing in precision agriculture technology. This strategic acquisition allowed CNH Industrial to strengthen its position in the global agriculture equipment market significantly. By integrating Raven Industries’ expertise and capabilities in autonomous and precision agriculture technology, CNH Industrial aimed to enhance its product offerings and provide cutting-edge solutions to its customers.
In February 2021- AGCO Corporation’s renowned brand, Massey Ferguson, introduced the VE Series planters. This new series comprised both rigid and folding-frame planters, as well as narrow transport and track planters. The primary objective of launching this series was to offer growers a range of dependable, durable, and straightforward planters. These planters were designed to provide consistent and accurate seed placement, which is crucial for achieving optimum yields in agricultural operations.
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- Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto 29th St NE
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto 21st Ave SW
Pass by Taco Bell (on the right in 1.2 mi)
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He teaches courses about media theory, the media industries and globalisation. Arno's research focuses on the contributions of media and culture to urban development. He is fascinated by the ways in which cultural forms such as popular music foster social relationships and meaningful engagements between people and their local environment. He has worked on various research projects that address these connections between place, culture and identity:
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I am using the Alvium 1800 C-158 camera with the Jetson Xavier NX which has the Sony IMX273 sensor.
I am trying to debug the camera access after installing the drivers as specified at GitHub - alliedvision/linux_nvidia_jetson: Allied Vision CSI-2 camera driver for NVIDIA Jetson Nano, TX2, and Xavier
I am running the following command -
gst-launch-1.0 v4l2src device=/dev/video0 ! video/x-raw, format=BGRx ! videoconvert ! appsink
This works fine as is but when I alter the command to include some other parameters like width, height, framerate under the video/x-raw (a list of parameters is available here - v4l2src) the pipeline errors out
gst-launch-1.0 v4l2src device=/dev/video0 ! video/x-raw, format=BGRx, framerate=30/1 ! videoconvert ! appsink
ERROR: from element /GstPipeline:pipeline0/GstV4l2Src:v4l2src0: Internal data stream error
Does someone on this forum have more experience with this camera or with the Sony IMX273 sensor? Is it somehow unable to provide the video at this framerate leading to the failure?


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Since premiering on Netflix over the summer, Stranger Things has gripped viewers around the globe, and it seems to have made some serious fans in the fashion world, too.
The cast of the sci-fi series have sparked speculation that they could make an appearance at Paris Fashion Week after spending time at the Louis Vuitton headquarters with the label's creative director Nicolas Ghesquière over the weekend.
Nicolas documented the meeting on Instagram and shared a photo of himself and Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven), Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas), and Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin) hanging out together on a balcony.
"Got strangers in the house today," he captioned the photo, which looked like it could have been taken from one of the brand's fashion campaigns.
The designer later shared another photo of himself and the acting trio exploring Paris, teasing that they were working on an "exciting project" together.
"Such a fun day and exciting project coming up thanks to all of you guys," Nicolas wrote.
The caption has prompted many fans to question whether the Netflix stars could appear in Louis Vuitton's SS17 show during Paris Fashion Week, which is due to take place on Wednesday.
Millie appears to have hinted as much in a video on her official Instagram post showing the Eiffel Tower, which she captioned: "Thank you Paris! For a spectacular time! See you soon! #dream #true #paris."
It has been an incredible few months for the up-and-coming stars, who have gained a number of high-profile fans and enjoyed experiences including sitting front row at New York Fashion Week and performing Uptown Funk at the Emmys.
We can't wait to see what exciting project they have planned next!

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HERE’S PART OF a conversation I caught tonight between Salim Muwakkil of Chicago’s WVON-AM and a caller. They’re talking about the ethnic cleansing against black Africans being perpetrated by the U.S.-supported “rebels” whom the government and media are telling us are the champions of liberty and democracy. The caller mentions Ron Paul as the only presidential candidate so far to stand against these atrocities and U.S. military imperialism in general. Their conversation, in part, went as follows:
MUWAKKIL: [Ron Paul] has some flaws in other ways, but man, he’s strong on the way that we are wasting our treasure on these international adventures.
CALLER: Look, Salim. I defend my support of him only on the fact that I respect a man who can come out and talk about the bankers and the issues he’s talked about on national TV. I think he’s more of an Andrew Jackson type figure * , where he may not be perfect …To me the simple solution is, why don’t we just disband the Federal Reserve, or even be kind and say: “We’ll give you 24 hours – get all your stuff and get out of the country.”
MUWAKKIL: You sound like Rick Perry, brotha!
CALLER: That’s garbage. Rick Perry’s just talkin’ nonsense. You gotta get somebody who’s gonna execute this stuff. And it’s really gonna come down to the American people getting educated to execute it. And to go back to the politics of it, I’m tired of hearing about jobs when to me, if you would look at the money being spent … it reminds me of the time when he was talking about not being able to pay Social Security, damned if we do, damned if we don’t with the budget ceiling, okay? But at the same time he’s launching bombs in Libya at a million dollars a pop. « Read the rest of this entry »


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Taco Bell Worker Shot and Killed After Counterfeit Bill Rejected, Police Make Arrest
A man pulled into the drive-thru of a Taco Bell in South Los Angeles on the night of Jan. 8. After placing his order, he attempted to pay for it with a $20 bill — but the employee at the window refused to accept it, believing it was a fake.
An argument broke out between the customer and another employee, ending when the customer pulled out a gun and fired at the employee.
Police arrived a short while later to find the employee, 41-year-old Alejandro Garcia, dead in the restaurant’s kitchen.
Garcia, a father of three, worked part-time at the Taco Bell where his 19-year-old son Carlos also worked to help earn more money for his family. It was his son who had refused the cash as counterfeit.
Family, friends and supporters held a vigil for Garcia three nights later, denouncing violence and remembering Garcia as a hardworking, caring family man.
At the vigil, LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced that the suspect had been arrested and was being held on a $2 million bond, according to KTLA-TV.
“The LAPD South Bureau Homicide Division, investigators identified Jonathan Madden, a male, Black, 39-years-old, of Los Angeles, as the individual responsible for the murder of Garcia-Galicia,” the LAPD announced in a news release.
“On Monday, January 10, 2022, members of LAPD Gang and Narcotics Division located and arrested Jonathan Madden at his residence in South Los Angeles.
“On Wednesday, January 12, 2022, the investigation will be presented to the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office for filing consideration.”
Fox News reported that Madden was charged with murder and two counts of attempted murder. Madden pleaded not guilty.
A GoFundMe was also started to help the family with memorial and other future costs, and so far, generous donors have given over $127,000.
Nancy Del Sol, who identified herself as Garcia’s cousin, shared her gratitude on Facebook on behalf of the entire family.
“Thank you all so much for your support and donations given to my cousin’s family,” she said.
“The messages and calls of support have given the family a Light through this process of darkness and pain. We are grateful for so much love we have received from the community.”
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As we mentioned earlier today Alan Pardew has said that Yohan Cabaye will return to the starting line-up against Crystal Palace on Saturday, because of his immense creativity in the middle of the park, and it’s now a question of who drops to the bench.
Vurnon Anita – the team spirit is very good
But it would well be Vurnon Anita, who had another good game in the heart of the Newcastle midfield alongside Cheick Tiote on Saturday against the Saints.
And whenever this lad has played this season, he’s always put in a good performance and he is a very tidy player – as you would expect from his Ajax background.
Vurnon has talked today about our opponents on Saturday, and Palace have improved quickly and are much more organized since former Stoke manager Tony Pulis took over as manager:
“We have won a lot of matches, and the spirit is very good,” “But we must keep it up, work hard and the next game, hopefully we win.”
“I think it will be tougher than this game because they need the points and so do we. It will be a hard game.”
Vurnon had a difficult season last season after he arrived from Ajax for £6.8M eighteen months ago, but he has now adjusted well to the Premier League, and he is one of a number of players pushing for a first team start on Tyneside.
The 5’6″ Dutch International has now played 52 times for the Magpies with one goal, and he is looking to be another very good acquisition for the Tyneside club.
He may stand only 5’6″ tall, but he could become an immense player for Newcastle in the season ahead.
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Since July 3, 2013, the Joplin Police Department has received approximately 54 calls where damage has been done to windows of vehicles, businesses and residences by someone shooting a BB Pellet through the window. Over 80% of these damages were to vehicle windows and approximately 20% of the damages were to residences and businesses. Most of the damages were in a concentrated area in the northwest part of Joplin, however, some damages were reported in other parts of the city as well.
Officers were able to develop some suspect information from reports that were made by victims and over the weekend, officers were able to contact these subjects and several arrests have been made. Three adults have been arrested and charged with 1st Degree Property Damage. Two juveniles have also been taken into custody.
The adults that were arrested and charged include Tanner Woody, 17 year old male from Joplin, Bradley Ferguson, 18 year old male from Joplin, and Mason Zuraw, 19 year old male from Joplin.
The investigation into these crimes continues and if there are more people charged, or if there are any additional charges, we will update this release.
If anyone had damage to their windows that is from an apparent BB gun and they did not report the incident to the Police Department, we encourage them to contact us to make a report.


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It doesn't challenge the petaflop barrier, and perhaps some will be surprised that Japan's most powerful supercomputer only ranks at 34th in the world.
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Gov. Glenn Youngkin visited Virginia International Raceway on Tuesday to announce that the Skip Barber Racing School will move its headquarters — currently in Lakeville, Conn. — to the massive racing facility tucked away in Alton’s rural landscape.
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“We are proud to welcome Skip Barber Racing School to the community, adding another corporate headquarters to our growing list,” Youngkin said in a news release. “Virginia International Raceway is an invaluable employer in Halifax County, an engine of tourism and economic development in Southern Virginia, and the nation’s premier road course.”
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Virginia is competing with California and Texas for the project, Youngkin said.
“We want to thank both the Governor’s Office and Halifax County for working so diligently with us to make it possible for the Skip Barber Racing School to move its home to the Virginia Tech Motorsports Park,” said Connie Nyholm, CEO director and co-owner of VIR. “Motorsports runs deep in Southern Virginia and this will add further depth to our already robust network of motorsports here locally and in Halifax County.”
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As the sub-prime meltdown has progressed and as the interest rates have been driven down to the zero-bound and the credit squeeze has shown no signs of loosening, the Federal Reserve and the Treasury in the US has come up with a series of extraordinary and unconventional monetary policy measures. These responses effectively mean that the Government has become the lender, investor and insurer of last resort in the financial markets, in a last gasp effort to restore normalcy of credit flow in these markets. The government has so far guaranteed almost $ 8 trillion in investment, loans and deposits.
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a) Insurer - Government has committed $3.2 trillion as guarantees to investors and depositers against default. These include the FDIC's insurance of senior-subordinated debt issued by banks till June 2009, and similar guarantees to money market funds, non-interest bearing deposit accounts, besides that provided to the distressed assets of Bear Stearns, Morgan Stanley, Freddie Mac/Fannie Mae, Citigroup and Bank of America (BoA).
b) Investor - Government has committed $3 trillion in cash in return for stakes in financial institutions. This includes, the Fed's role as buyer of last resort in the Commercial Paper (CP) markets, direct investments in financial institutions through the TARP, purchases of debt and mortgage bascked securities (MBSS) from the likes of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the direct stakes taken in AIG, Citigroup and BoA.
c) Lender - Government has committed $1.7 trillion in low interest loans to large financial institutions. This includes, the low interest loans using an expanded base of collateral, including asset backed securities, through the Term Auction Facility (TAF); and lending to investors holding securities backed by consumer and small business loans through the Term Assets Backed Securities Loan Facility (TALF).
d) Forex market - $755 bn as guarantee for currency swaps with Central Banks of other countries.
Mostly Economics summarizes the Fed's credit easing responses here. A St. Louis Fed primer is available here.
Quantitative easing basically means that the Fed is selling Treasury bills or their equivalent (interest-paying excess bank reserves are essentially the same thing), while buying other assets - mortgage-backed securities; securities backed by credit-card debt; longer-term government debt etc - expanding its balance sheet enormously in the process.
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The time window for ISS to be in direct contact with a robot on Earth is much shorter than what is planned for the Mars. The UNISONO project has shown how the time window available to the astronaut can be widened by seamlessly switching between relaying stations on the ground. This would allow astronauts to realistically simulate future robotic missions on Mars, moon or other heavenly bodies.
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Each Friday the children of Anson take to the stage to share some of their learning. Sometimes this is a factual assembly, sometimes this is dramatic but it's always uniquely Anson.
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Here's a twist on a traditional tale as Roundwood present a story about a naughty girl who avoids being eaten by dinosaurs, just!
Do you like green eggs and ham? Queen's took to the stage to try to convince us that they are a very tasty treat.
Is Pluto a planet or just a Disney dog? Hyde explore the way scientists have viewed the Earth and space throughout history.
You've heard the story of the Three Little Pigs, but Kensington might just change your mind about the big bad wolf and his true intentions in this incredible assembly.
The children in Year 3&4 worked with Richard and Jules, from Finding the Will, to read, learn, rehearse and perform one of William Shakespeare's most iconic plays. Despite the drama, the famous ending and the woes of romance, there is much humour in this version of the play.
Please note...This performance has been uploaded to YouTube due to the size of the file and can only be accessed via the text sent to the parents involved.
It was a delayed World Book Day, but the assembly from Primrose was worth the wait. Please note that due to the length of the assembly the file size is too big for LGfL VideoCentral and may result in distortion if played in full screen.
He's a scary crocodile with scary teeth that go snap! Snap! Snap! But what will make him change his ways in this assembly by Queen's Class?
The children in Roundwood took to the stage to tell us all about the power of our 5 senses. Which one is your favourite?
The children in Hampstead told the story of the Little Red Hen in a way that only the children at Anson can.
This was the second performance of the day from Greenwich and Richmond. It brought the children in the afternoon Nursery to the Anson stage to tell the story of Whoops-a-Daisy Angel.
The children in Reception and Nursery performed the Out of the Ark production of Whoops-a-Daisy Angel.
The traditional opening to the Christmas season comes courtesy of Battersea with The Mummers' Play.
It's the 1st of December and the season of Christmas is upon us. Class Kensington celebrated the well loved Clement Moore poem to open the festivities at Anson.
Mapesbury went for a stroll in the deep dark wood to bring us the story of The Gruffalo, complete with their own remix of The Gruffalo song.
Regent's took to the stage to tell everyone a great little story all about Anansi. In this story the little trickster does not succeed. Instead the tiger comes out on top!
Victoria have been studying World War II. Their assembly told us all about the impact of war and gave us all a chance to remember.
Class Alexandra performed during the festival of Diwali and told the story of Rama and Sita.
For Black History Week the children in Hyde tell the story of Henry Brown and his fight to be as free as a bird.
Highbury told the story of a china rabbit who travels through the hands of several owners. This is part one of the story. Later in the year the tale will be completed.
This is the story written by Dr Seuss. The assembly is a reminder to have aspiration and, no matter how hard it gets, keep on going!

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We all have heard so many management systems for various industries with different names. In this blog, we are going to be talking about the importance of pos system (point of sale) in a small & large retail business.
Point of Sale (or POS) system, sometimes called as a Retail Management system, is used at the point of sale to manage the activity – where a transaction is completed.
Some people may not understand the importance of the POS system, but you have to be surprised how it helps your checkout get faster.
With such systems, everything becomes digital. A Retail management software or a Retail POS is designed with the goal to ease the process of Retail business by providing all the features that help to operate your Retail shop with ease.
Earlier days Point Of Sale Systems are just a cash register or billing system only. But nowadays, Firstly, POS Systems are the key tool to make decisions.
Secondly, managing inventory with all the required features like stock adjustments, stock counts, low stock reports, product variants, location.etc.
Thirdly, and most importantly, Simplifying the accounts management, manage employees, calculate cash flows and analyzing business overall. etc.
Apart from that, there are plenty of additional modules to make your business up to date.
Those are selling gift cards, running promotions, managing loyalty module (awards or points), CRM Module, warehouse management, barcode generation, physical stock take, stock adjustments, managing credit customer. Etc.
Top 10 Major Benefits that pos system gives to your retail business
- Speed up checkout process
- Saves time
- Reduce human errors
- Increase the efficiency
- Helps to take smart business decisions
- Allow inventory tracking across multiple outlets
- Improve customer experience
- Employee management
- Provide complete & precise sales reports
- Low stock alerts
In conclusion, Gone are those times when POS was just a POS, we are so dependent on it today that practically no business operates without POS.
Retail management systems allow a retail to handle interactions within the business in various situations right from being a point of sale for your retail to Inventory management, customer management, Taxes and lots more.


As part of the new normal, organisations are encouraging their workers to work remotely even beyond the lockdown period; this comes with some security challenges especially at the endpoint. Sultan Sanusi, cybersecurity specialist for Cisco, speaking at a webinar organised by Cisco on ‘Cybersecurity and Remote work’, explained that the adoption of remote work before now in Nigeria was five per cent, but with COVID, a lot of organisations have adopted remote work which introduces security concerns different from on-premise environment.
“Organisations normally deployed perimeter solutions in their office working environment that secure the organisations’ network. But now, most of the users are sitting at home perimeter has gone home and individual laptops are now the new perimeter. New tools have been introduced and sharing of information is off the company’s network.
“A lot of companies did not budget for remote work solutions hence having to do with what they have or what they can get for free for a limited period. Organisations have lost control of the security of their network. They don’t know who is coming in and what they are accessing both on-premise and in the cloud,” he said.
He noted that most hackers these days don’t hack users rather they hack users’ devices. “One of the key things in securing the remote worker is an endpoint, which is where most activities are carried out. You need to secure the devices that individuals are coming in with, whether it is corporate-issued device or device owned by the user, you need to know what kind of devices is coming into the environment and therefore need to have multiple layers of security at the endpoint,” he said.
Elsewhere Chris Buchanan, client solutions director at Dell EMC, says protecting the organisation’s data is not just good business practice, it’s also critical for protecting its reputation. “Most people would not do business with an organisation that has a reputation for sharing their personal information. That is why encrypting sensitive data is a critical first step. He added that businesses often believe they are covered if they have an anti-virus solution. Unfortunately, that is no longer true. Traditional anti-virus products are only able to address half the virus threats out there and are not equipped to fight zero-day attacks at all.
Corroborating Buchanan on endpoint weakness, William Makatiani, managing director, Serianu, said that the percentage goes higher for newer attacks like ransomware and phishing. “Endpoint security has become so critical in the fight against cyber-attacks because cybercriminals have identified end-users as the weakest link. It is much easier to successfully attack and infect multiple end-users than it is to attack a critical server. End users also seem to ignore basic cyber hygiene – hence the attractiveness.
“Simple, secure every single device and continuously monitor to ensure the expected secure profile is maintained. The challenge is the ability to get end users to adhere to the required security profile. As such continuous monitoring and exclusion of infected devices helps to reduce infection. Always use technology to scan/review the security posture of end-user devices before allowing them to access critical organisational data. There newer technologies that can be used to prevent/detect/isolate insecure endpoints,” Makatian said.
On the role of internet service providers (ISPs) in the fight against cyber-attacks, Makatiani said that Internet Service Providers have several roles to play in the fight against cyber-attacks. “The first obvious role is continuous monitoring of the big pipes that deliver internet to organisations and individuals. Since they control these pipes and most attacks can be detected at the pipe level. It is possible to monitor ISP traffic and detect abnormal activities or traffic.
“ISP’s have a role to play in the general user awareness which increases user alertness. ISP can provide cheaper solutions as part of their provision of connectivity to their customers. Most cybersecurity solutions are expensive when purchased independently but as a service provider this can be reduced,” he stated.
On way forward for organisations on endpoint security, Buchanan said: “To protect the company’s data, a data-centric encryption product that can be audited and managed centrally is much less intrusive, faster and easier to manage than the traditional full disc encryption solutions. To protect against modern threats and attacks, a threat defence anti-virus should replace the traditional anti-virus solution.”


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LDWF announces partial opening of territorial sea to recreational, commercial fishing
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Secretary Robert Barham announced the state’s territorial seas are open, effective immediately, from the Empire Canal westward to Belle Pass for recreational and commercial fishing.
This opening takes place from the eastern shore of the Empire Canal at 89 degrees 36 minutes 19.9 seconds to the western shore of Belle Pass at 90 degrees 13 minutes 36 seconds west longitude.
“My goal is to have people out there fishing,” Barham said. “Every day we are making new assessments and decisions to give all anglers, commercial and recreational, every opportunity to utilize our state’s great resources.”
LDWF has worked closely with the Department of Health and Hospitals to conduct tissue- sample analysis in an effort to assess all opportunities to resume normal fishing activities on Louisiana’s coast.
All other closures remain in place.
For more information related to the oil spill, visit the state’s Web site: emergency.louisiana.gov.


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The Declaration of Love Project is an anthology of 11 short audio pieces written by North Carolina playwrights all inspired by the same writing prompt — “declaration of love.”
Episode 5, written by Robin Carmon Marshall is titled Love is All I Know.
What are the sacrifices we’ve made for love? How does love change us? Love Is All I Know is a journey of love throughout the span of one woman’s life. Love is her guiding force and how she moves through the world. It truly is all she knows.
Declaration of Love is an Artist Soapbox production, co-produced by Aurelia Belfield and Tamara Kissane, and sound designed by David Hill.
Love is All I Know was written by Robin Carmon Marshall
Directed by Aurelia Belfield
Performed by: Lakeisha Coffey (Woman) and Carly Prentis Jones (Daughter).
If you’re eager for more audio fiction pieces by Artist Soapbox, be sure to listen to all 11 episodes of the Declaration of Love anthology and check out our full length audio dramas THE NEW COLOSSUS and MASTER BUILDER, available everywhere you get your podcasts.
Robin Carmon Marshall (Playwright, Love is All I Know): Robin is a Playwright/ Director/Performer/Activist/Teacher. Her works have been produced by Mordecai Historic Park , New Providence Missionary Baptist Church, Burning Coal Theatre Company/Oakwood Educators, Cary Playwrights/24 Hour Festival 2014, Long Island University Honors Conference, Nassau County Correctional Facility, Memorial Presbyterian Church, and National Black Theatre Festival. Her play, From the Boot of Timberland, is performed in Domestic Violence Workshops. The North Carolina native is currently serving as the Executive Director of MOJOAA Performing Arts Company. Marshall has a M.F.A. in Playwriting from Adelphi University and is a Drama Teacher in North Carolina.
Lakeisha Coffey (Actor, Love is All I Know): Lakeisha began her artistic expression on stage acting in the Raleigh-Durham theater community. ‘Love is All I Know’ is her first performance in an audio drama. Having shared in the backstage fun as a stage manager and costume designer, she now shares her talent of creative storytelling as a writer. Lakeisha plays Woman in Love is All I Know.
Carly Prentis Jones (Actor, Love is All I Know): Raleigh native, Carly Prentis Jones, is a theatre artist and vocalist performing on stages throughout the Triangle. Most recently, she has enjoyed working with playwrights on new works such as Orange Light by Howard Craft, XIX by Jacqueline Lawton, and the new audio drama, The New Colossus by Tamara Kissane. Carly received her training at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio where she earned degrees in Vocal Performance, Black Music History, and Arts Administration. Stay tuned for her next projects: www.carlyprentisjones.com. Carly plays Daughter in Love is All I Know.
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Nebraska outlasted Penn State in a five-game thriller to play for its fifth national title in school history. Check out all the photos from Nebraska's epic win in Kansas City.
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The coyote brush is a resilient plant found in the chaparral biome. It is equipped with remarkable adaptations to survive in harsh conditions. Its deep root system taps into underground water sources during dry spells. Its thick, waxy leaves help it retain water and protect it from extreme temperatures. It can regenerate quickly after wildfires, ensuring its longevity in the chaparral landscape.
This plant has a fascinating history with the chaparral biome. Over time, it has adapted to the ecosystem through natural selection. Its adaptations have made it a dominant species in the chaparral. It supports other organisms and increases biodiversity in the region.
Understanding the Chaparral Biome
The chaparral biome is a captivating ecosystem. It has unique adaptations that help its inhabitants thrive. From the resilient coyote brush plant to the diverse animals, understanding the biome reveals strategies for survival and remarkable resilience.
The coyote brush is an example of adaptation. It can withstand droughts and poor soil through its complex root system. Its waxy leaves reduce water loss. It also has chemicals that stop grazing animals and its rhizomes regrow it after fire.
We can also explore animal adaptations. The California quail have adapted their breeding to rainfall, providing food for their young. Chaparral deer mice are nocturnal, avoiding daytime temperatures and predators.
The chaparral biome’s adaptations amaze us. By learning more about them, we uncover nature’s ability to survive tough conditions. Our exploration continues and more stories await us in this extraordinary realm.
Overview of the Coyote Brush
The Coyote Brush, also known as Baccharis pilularis, is a remarkable plant. It thrives in the challenging conditions of the chaparral biome. This is a testament to its resilience and survival instincts.
It has many adaptations that help it survive. For example, it has deep roots that can reach water sources deep beneath the surface. This helps during times of low rainfall, which are common in the chaparral biome.
It also has thick, leathery leaves which are resistant to fire. This allows it to recover quickly after a blaze. It produces large amounts of seed that can remain dormant until favorable conditions arise. This ensures its survival even after a devastating fire.
The Coyote Brush also plays an important role in the chaparral biome. It shelters and feeds many animals, like birds and insects. Its dense growth also serves as a barrier against erosion, preventing soil loss on steep slopes.
Native American tribes have known about the Coyote Brush for centuries. They used its branches for making baskets and brooms. They also utilized its medicinal properties for treating ailments like coughs and rheumatism.
Adaptations of the Coyote Brush in the Chaparral Biome
The coyote brush, native to the chaparral biome, has many adaptations that help it survive. We’ll explore these now!
The coyote brush is fire-resistant. It has thick bark to protect it from heat and flames. This helps it survive the wildfires common in the chaparral.
It also has a deep root system that enables it to access water deep in the soil. This helps it survive times of drought.
Plus, its waxy leaves help regulate heat and prevent water loss. This helps it stay hydrated and cool in hot, arid conditions.
These adaptations are the result of evolution over time. Its ancestors developed traits that enabled them to live in this unique environment. Natural selection and genetic variation allowed it to survive and thrive in the chaparral biome.
Importance of Coyote Brush Adaptations in the Chaparral Biome
Coyote Brush Adaptations are key for this plant’s survival in the Chaparral Biome. They help it thrive in tough conditions. It can cope with drought, thanks to its deep roots which reach underground water sources. And, it’s fire-resistant due to a waxy coating on its leaves. Plus, it can quickly regrow after fires.
Also, it draws beneficial insects with fragrant flowers and nectar rewards. This assists pollination and boosts genetic diversity.
To conserve coyote brushes in chaparral biomes, land management strategies should be implemented. Prescribed burns should be done carefully to help them rejuvenate. Water sources should also be maintained with sustainable practices. This boosts the chances of survival for native plants which rely on moisture.
The coyote brush has several survival adaptations in the chaparral biome. It can endure drought due to its long, deep roots which reach water beneath the ground. Also, the waxy leaves prevent moisture loss. It can also survive wildfires as it can resprout from its base after being scorched. Moreover, its thick bark protects it from heat and flames.
Furthermore, the coyote brush has a symbiotic relationship with bacteria. These organisms help fix nitrogen from the air and give it to the plant. This helps the coyote brush grow in nutrient-poor soil.
Researchers conducted a study on the coyote brush in California during a drought and multiple wildfires. The results showed that the plant was resilient even under extreme conditions. This study shows the importance of understanding and protecting this species for future conservation efforts.


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Eat Your Soul Out for $10 at Gussie's
What’s sweet, savory and crunchy all over?
That’s right, chicken and waffles with maple syrup. For those of you dying to take it to the next level above dipping your bacon in your syrup, try a crispy-fried chicken breast on top of a golden waffle smothered in hot, sticky syrup. Can I get a “mmm-mmm?”
At Gussie’s Chicken and Waffles, they don’t mess around. Don’t miss the $10 All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet, every weekday from 11am-3pm. $2 Tuesdays celebrate cheap eats and drinks for the same price as the bus!
This salty, sweet combo has been a tradition since the 1930s. It is said to have started in Harlem, for late night partygoers on their way home from the jazz clubs. It seems that these folk couldn’t make up their minds whether they wanted breakfast or dinner – so they just started throwing chicken on top of waffles, and this love affair was born.
Chef Michele Wilson keeps this tradition alive at Gussie’s, with a huge breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. The self-trained chef now blesses us with her Grandma Gussies’s secret soul food recipes she learned as a child.
Forget about your diet and splurge on the likes of Country Fried Okra, Gussie’s Down Home Country Gumbo and Cheddar Cheese Grit Cakes. There are also about six different types of waffles to choose from. Be sure to load up on superb sides to go with your fried feast, like Mac and Cheese, beans and rice and Southern Corn. And don’t worry, you don’t have to get all gussied up to eat at Gussie’s.Gussie’s Chicken and Waffles $10 All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet 11am-3pm /Cheap Eats and Drinks on $2 Tuesdays 1521 Eddy St. at Fillmore [Western Addition]
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CAN Journal Spring Issue Launch Party at Worthington Yards!
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Join us to celebrate the release of the Spring 2019 CAN Journal.
The Collective Arts Network (CAN) is a collaborative of nearly 100 Northeast Ohio arts organizations. The CAN Journal is the collective effort of these arts galleries and organizations, coming together to make their own media in the form of a quarterly publication. This publication highlights our region’s art making with upcoming exhibits and events, with independent reporting and commentary.
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Wild Wild West
As both the LA Times and Daily News point out, the Office of Independent Review issued a report yesterday noting increased shootings, sexual misconduct, and drunk driving by the Sheriff's deputies along with an increase of slayings in the county jail. At least someone is watching them before this gets to Rampart levels.
Good thing we didn't pass Measure A or the now dead son of Measure A. Could you imagine the shenanigans that would have ensued?