New York-based designer Alexander Wang is facing allegations of sexual assault against male models.
On Monday industry watchdog Diet Prada posted a series of Instagram Stories called “Wangover,” which sees multiple models and individuals come forward to accuse Wang of harassment, ranging from being groped to being drugged.
British model Owen Mooney was one of the first to come forward, calling Wang a predator, compounded by Sh*t Model Management, which said in a post: “ Alexander Wang is an alleged sexual predator, many male models and trans models have come out and spoken about the alleged sexual abuse that Alexander Wang has inflicted upon them. It is important to show your support to these victims by unfollowing Alexander Wang and boycotting his clothing line.”
Another accuser, said Wang allegedly spiked his water with MDMA whilst they drove from a party: “A few moments after, they noticed they were rolling and had been giving Molly water. This was a regular occurrence, because a year after being told this story, I also heard other people confirm that they also got drugged on the way to any after-party.”
Lack of accountability in the fashion industry
New York’s non-profit Model Alliance posted a message of solidarity with Wang’s accusers on Tuesday: “Let’s be clear: The fashion industry’s lack of transparency and accountability leaves all models vulnerable to abuse, regardless of their sex or gender identity.”
Attorney Harley Lewin, who has worked on intellectual property cases with Wang, told WWD: “I have been on both sides of these situations. There are compelling reasons why one treats any allegation of misconduct with respect and with credence and credibility. People have to come forward and perhaps expose themselves to ridicule or other equally nasty things that happen to people on the Internet,” he said. “The other side to it is there is often a level of innocence or stupidity, frankly. Old-school people acting old-school, not being sensitive without the intent, but nonetheless stepping out of line.”
37 year-old Wang has yet to respond to any allegations. The majority of accusers have not revealed their identity, with Diet Prada re-posting quotes anonymously.
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After old schools BMW 3-Series when the day of announcement it was 25 years ago. This 2014 BMW M3 was appeared on four different generations and evolved from a 2.3 liter inline-four cylinder engine with 200 HP to an impressive V8 hitting 420 HP. 2014 BMW M3 maybe not the best sport cars out there, but it have the most needed functions as sport cars such as extraordinary look, great performance, the best class handling, and a luxurious interior. The brand new 2014 BMW M3 concept was continuity from 2013 models which the sports car’s history will move on to its next chapter as BMW will be set to reveal the new generation M3.
Facelifted the XF range at this New York 2011 come to the new 2012 Jaguar XK with convertible body styles. The new 2012 Jaguar XK range, which consists of both Coupe and Convertible bodystyles, has evolved to take on an elegant new look, elements of which are shared with the XKR-S, first revealed last month and now appearing for the first time in the U.S. This new 2012 Jaguar XK range have significant changes take place at the front with a set of all-new headlight. Unlike 2012 Chrysler 300S Offered Both V6 and V8 Versions they just release the V8 engine.
SMS Supercars a Steve Saleen’s new company was unveiled its 2011 302 ford mustang last spring. They bring the awesome dark blue color as main color on the new 2011 of 302 ford mustang on last spring. With sporty design body painted with dark blue color this 302 ford mustang really perfect for bussines man new car. Like Dark Blue Landrover Range Rover RS300 Limited Edition, the main color is the main interest for the new owner. On this time there are two models are offered by ford mustang, the standart 302 with 440 horsepower and a supercharged 302SC with 535 horsepower.
Awesome design show of a mans car, truly gentleman car its a landrover range range rover RS300 with limited edition type was tuned by British based tuner, Project Kahn. The landrover range company was released the new range rover with the limited edition RS300 Afzal Kahn. The landrover range tune based on the landrover range rover SUV. Come with Cosworth technology, a 10 piece body kit, and a pretty impressive interior update are equipped on this latest 2011 landrover. Completed by dark blue exterior color which strengthen the mans passions.
The famous cars with the latest tuning program for the luxury sports saloon from Porsche comes courtesy of Vorsteiner. This 2011 Porsche Panamera comes with German tuning firm which released their new V-PT body kit for the Panamera, one that includes a plethora of materials made using carbon fiber and finished in multiple layers of UV-inhibiting automotive clear laquer. 2011 Porsche Panamera included with the V-PT body kit include a new front bumper cover with a splitter and a removable carbon fiber with an optional carbon fiber duct to go along with it. With new side skirts, this 2011 Porsche Panamera have a new ‘ducktail’ rear spoiler, and a rear bumper.
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After unveiled the first 2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale at the 2010 Paris Auto Show, Maserati unveiled their new GranTurismo MC for American type at the 2011 New York Auto Show. This 2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC is not exactly the street legal machine found with the Stradale nameplate, though. The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC American [...]
There is no replacement or displacement for V8 car engine, but in modern times and with new fuel efficiency laws taking hold, turbocharging points the way forward. Todays, most of automaker is scrambling to create turbocharged alternatives to larger displacement engines. This 2011 Mercedes Benz CL550 4Matic with Twin Turbo V8s, not offering some sort [...]
Mercedes Benz E-Class Cabriolet is one of the famous cars that most people choice to become their ride. With this Mercedes Benz E-Class they can smoke even the most powerful of exotics in the world with it. But Brabus, a german based tuning company has cooked up to have to pick your jaws up off [...]
SMS Supercars a Steve Saleen’s new company was unveiled its 2011 302 ford mustang last spring. They bring the awesome dark blue color as main color on the new 2011 of 302 ford mustang on last spring. With sporty design body painted with dark blue color this 302 ford mustang really perfect for bussines man [...]
The famous cars with the latest tuning program for the luxury sports saloon from Porsche comes courtesy of Vorsteiner. This 2011 Porsche Panamera comes with German tuning firm which released their new V-PT body kit for the Panamera, one that includes a plethora of materials made using carbon fiber and finished in multiple layers of [...]
Behind Audi completely new ideology behind this electric R8 and the normal gasoline version, they serious about bringing this Audi R8 E-Tron to the market. And after the E-tron Detroit Show car, Audi has brought us the e-tron technology platform based on the 2013 Audi R8 E-Tron. The supercar form of R8 was made an [...]
Scion FRS was released the official specs for their brand new sport coupe concept in New York 2011 Auto Show. This new Scion FRS was adapted the stunning two-door is the latest iteration from the oldest models. Scion FRS name is taken from its dutation, Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, and Sport. Like 2012 Mazda3 Little Compact [...]
The new 2012 Subaru FT86 will be revealed on Tokyo Auto Show according to topspeed informations. This new 2012 Subaru FT86 will be unveiled its new details actually in this later year and will be expected a longer than average life cycle for the car and is looking at variant packages. 2012 Subaru FT86 is [...]
After tuning an Audi R8 V10 Coupe which providing a smooth package for the V8 version at 2010, today German based tuner, Wheelsandmore dressed up an R8 V10 Spyder for their latest project. Tuning an 2011 Audi R-Stream V10 Spyder which give a similar package as the previous two with optimized performance and an exceptional [...]
Whatever Murcielago is not the future of Lamborghini anymore, but it certainly doesn’t mean that we’ve seen the last of this highly popular supercar. Lamborghini Murcielago can be sure tuned by tuning companies like Wheelsandmore which are still around. This 2011 Lamborghini Murcielago LP720-4 Final Edition is pretty sick projects in the past have outdone [...]


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The federal commission investigating the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks announced on Thursday that it had issued a subpoena to New York City for a variety of police tapes and other material related to the attacks. The panel said the city's refusal to hand over the material had ''significantly impeded the commission's investigation.''
The 10-member commission said the subpoena required the city to turn over tapes and transcripts of emergency 911 calls made that day, as well as transcripts of hundreds of interviews of firefighters that were conducted after the attacks.
Aides to Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said he intended to challenge the subpoena, raising the prospect of a lengthy court battle with the independent commission. A statement issued by City Hall said that the mayor was ''dismayed'' by the subpoena and that the city had offered to share material with the commission after it was edited to remove the ''intensely emotional statements of people who lost their lives or whose lives were in jeopardy'' on Sept. 11.
The subpoena was the third issued by the commission, the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States. But unlike the Bloomberg administration, the recipients of the earlier subpoenas -- the Federal Aviation Administration and the Defense Department -- have promised to comply with the subpoenas and turn over the documents and other material demanded.
In a statement on Thursday, the panel said ''the city's failure to produce these important documents has significantly impeded the commission's investigation,'' adding that the initial request for the police tapes and other material was made four months ago. ''Given its statutory deadline,'' it said, ''the commission cannot wait any longer for these vital records.'' The commission must file a final report by May 2004.Continue reading the main story
For much of the last two years, the Bloomberg administration has refused to release thousands of tapes, transcripts and other records about the city's emergency response on Sept. 11, on the grounds that they reveal deeply personal and private moments, including the final words of many victims at the World Trade Center. The New York Times has joined with other news organizations in demanding access to the records.
''It will take a court order to make the city violate the privacy of those we lost,'' the mayor's office said. ''It also is puzzling why the commission is trying to distract the public by focusing on the city's response as opposed to the question we all want answered -- how this savage terrorist attack was planned and executed without any warning.''
The subpoena was announced as groups of victims' families stepped up their protests about an agreement announced last week between the commission and the White House for access to Oval Office daily intelligence briefings.
Advocates for the families said they were alarmed by the commission's disclosure on Thursday that only one of the 10 commissioners would have access to a wide range of the briefings, and that the only person from the commission with similar access would be its staff director, Philip Zelikow, who has close ties to Condoleezza Rice and other senior officials in the Bush administration.
The commission has previously rejected a request from victims' families to limit Mr. Zelikow's responsibilities sharply in light of potential conflict of interests involving the White House.
The families' advocates said the decision to have Mr. Zelikow be one of only two commission officials with wide access to the highly classified documents -- the other is Jamie S. Gorelick, a Democratic commission member who was deputy attorney general in the Clinton administration -- raised new questions about the investigation's impartiality.
Under the agreement with the White House, two other commission members -- the chairman, Thomas H. Kean, the former Republican governor of New Jersey, and his deputy, Lee H. Hamilton, a former Democratic member of the House from Indiana -- will have more limited access to the documents.
Mr. Zelikow, who wrote a book with Ms. Rice in 1995, was on the Bush administration's transition team for the National Security Council and has acknowledged having contacts earlier this year with Karl Rove, President Bush's chief political adviser, about Mr. Zelikow's scholarly work at the University of Virginia.
''Phil Zelikow has a very large conflict of interest,'' said Kristen Breitweiser, whose husband, Ronald, was killed at the World Trade Center, and who is a spokeswoman for the Family Steering Committee, an umbrella group that represents several family organizations. ''He is very close friends with Condi Rice, he was on the transition team, and some of these documents are going to pertain to that. It's very disturbing.''
The family committee repeated its demand that all 10 commissioners have access to the intelligence briefings. By accepting the agreement, the group said, ''the commission has seriously compromised its ability to conduct an independent, full, and unfettered investigation that will 'go wherever the facts may lead.' ''
Mr. Zelikow said in an interview that he frequently dealt in his scholarly work with prominent political figures, Republicans and Democrats alike, and that he had attempted to be even-handed in pursuing the commission's investigation. ''I talk to a lot of people in both parties, including highly political people in the Democratic party,'' he said.
The agreement between the commission and the White House has also drawn criticism on Capitol Hill. Senator Joseph I. Lieberman, the Connecticut Democrat who was a major sponsor of the bill creating the commission and who is running for president, said the Bush administration had placed ''unreasonable restrictions'' on the panel.
''The White House has insisted on a controlling role that is far more intrusive than anything I envisioned,'' Mr. Lieberman said.Continue reading the main story


Intel India unveiled its new state-of-the-art facility in Bengaluru. With nearly 4.53 lakh sq. ft of space spread across two towers Ecospace Business Park, this place can accommodate 2,000 employees thus expanding its R&D presence. Inaugurated by Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in the presence of Nivruti Rai, Country Head, Intel India & Vice President, Intel Foundry Services, and eminent leaders from the government and industry, this facility helps in advance cutting-edge design and engineering work in client, data center, IoT, graphics, artificial intelligence, and automotive segments.
Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship at the inauguration said, “In order to enable India’s aspiration to become a trillion-dollar digital economy by 2025, it’s imperative for the country to accelerate the pace of digitalization with focus on innovation and engineering excellence across semiconductor product design, including hardware and software. Intel’s critical contributions and relentless quest to advance innovation in design and engineering in India over the past two and half decades highlight the design opportunity India offers to the world. The inauguration of Intel’s new state-of-the-art design facility in Bengaluru is a testament of its commitment to contribute towards bolstering India’s technology leadership.
Nivruti Rai, country head of Intel India and vice president of Intel Foundry Services said, “At Intel, we are focused on creating and enabling world-changing technology that improves the life of every person on earth. With significant contributions to Intel’s technology and product leadership, Intel India continues to accelerate innovation in design and engineering. This new state-of-the-art center in Bengaluru offers an amazing environment for our employees to innovate while they enjoy the energetic and collaborative vibes in the workplace. This also helps in furthering our contributions and capabilities across leadership products that enable customers’ innovation and growth.”
One floor of 70,000 sq. ft is dedicated to high tech R&D labs for silicon design and validation purposes. This is Intels largest design and engineering centre outside the US.


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Tim Tebow is one hell of an athlete, there’s no denying that. He went from dominating college football 15 years ago to winning the Heisman Trophy to playing in the NFL to trying his hand at minor league baseball, and, finally, he’s back in the NFL after the Jacksonville Jaguars signed him to play tight end on Monday. But at 33 years old and no experience as a pass catcher, what the hell is going on here?
Honestly, nobody knows. In fact, the Jags adding Tebow has caused quite the (rightful) stir, as current and former Jacksonville players are upset about the signing, while fans voiced their opinions on Twitter about the whole thing, wondering why Tebow’s getting another shot in the league but Colin Kaepernick can’t get a sniff. These are all legit concerns, and just a few that should make everyone wonder what Tim Tebow has done to warrant such royal treatment.
It’d be one thing for the Jaguars to sign Tebow had he accomplished anything during his first stint in the NFL. Here’s the thing, though, he didn’t. ESPN analyst and former No. 1 overall pick Keyshawn Johnson reminded everyone that on Tuesday morning, blatantly saying that “he [Tebow] can’t play,” which can’t be argued based off what we previously saw.
— Keyshawn, JWill & Zubin (@KeyJayandZ) May 11, 2021
Now there will be plenty of Tim Tebow supporters out there who stand up for their guy and say he just wasn’t utilized the right way during his first go-round in the league. Or that he wasn’t in the right system. Or that he should’ve just been used at quarterback and not tossed around anywhere on the field. Those are all excuses, because he literally played for four franchises in three years, with each coaching staff seeing nothing in him to convince them that Tebow could, in fact, play in the league.
As for the thought that a 33-year-old who hasn’t played in the NFL since 2015 — just the preseason with the Eagles, by the way — can just slide into a new position and start being productive his insulting. Forget the work it takes to be a good tight end and let’s just review how Tebow’s one career NFL receiving target went. Note: Not good.
Tim Tebow has ONE career NFL receiving target and it hit him in the face pic.twitter.com/cB2eW3Ov2X
— Pick Six Podcast (@picksixpod) May 10, 2021
It’s great that Tim Tebow’s an outspoken leader in his community who hopes to change the world with his personal views. He’s mentored inmates at prisons. He’s appeared as an analyst on ESPN. He’s inspiring millions to follow their dreams despite the opinions of others. Then again, isn’t that part of the reason why the aforementioned Kaepernick isn’t getting another shot in the NFL? That’s a conversation for a different day.
Tim Tebow last played in an NFL game 3,053 days ago.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 10, 2021
Tim Tebow hasn’t played in an actual NFL game in nearly 10 years. It was December 30, 2012, and, during that season, he appeared in 12 games (starting two at quarterback). For those supporters of his, here are his stats.
- Passing: 6-8 for 39 yards
- Rushing: 32 attempts for 102 yards and 0 touchdowns
- Receiving: 1 target with 0 catches
Again, somebody, anybody, tell me what the hell this guy has done to warrant another opportunity in the NFL from the Jacksonville Jaguars? Well, other than winning the Heisman Trophy when I (currently 36 years old) was a junior in college. Or, more importantly, having a friendship and being current neighbors with Jags head coach Urban Meyer, with whom Tebow played under while with the Florida Gators.
Every single person should actually feel insulted that Tebow signed with the Jaguars. It’s that feeling of being passed over for a job when you know you’re more qualified than other candidates. When you don’t get let into a bar because you don’t look the part. When you don’t get the match on a dating app because your profile doesn’t include enough selfies. Straight up: It’s more than just a little privilege.
After flopping as an NFL quarterback, failing as a minor league baseball player, and not doing much other than try to create debate with some hot takes as an analyst, Tim Tebow very well could prove everyone wrong and be a serviceable NFL tight end. But other than being a college football icon who happens to be a nice guy, there’s absolutely nothing in his past that suggests he will be. But here’s to wishing him good luck to try.


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NYSE Euronext and Australia's ASX Ltd may be interested in buying part of Nasdaq Stock Market Inc's 31 percent stake in London Stock Exchange Plc, a person familiar with the matter said.
Singapore's state-owned Temasek Holdings may also be interested in buying part of the stake, while other parties, including private equity firms, have expressed interest, the person said.
Stock exchanges around the world have been looking at tie-ups to offer customers a broader range of products and to lower their technology costs.
NYSE Group, which runs the New York Stock Exchange, bought European exchange operator Euronext for $14.6 billion in April to form NYSE Euronext. The LSE, which has fended off a number of takeover bids, is buying Italian rival Borsa Italiana.
Nasdaq, the largest U.S. electronic stock exchange, said last week it was considering selling its around $1.6 billion (800 million pound) stake in the LSE so it could focus on buying Nordic exchange operator OMX.
Nasdaq said at the time its bankers were already in touch with interested parties, and that it would not sell its LSE stake to a single buyer.
ASX, with a market value of A$8.13 billion ($6.7 billion), last year bought smaller rival SFE Corp Ltd to expand into the derivatives business. It was also seen by some analysts as a move to thwart any takeover attempts.
The Australian exchange operator said there was no basis for market speculation that it intended to buy Nasdaq's LSE stake at this stage. Should that position change, ASX will inform the market, spokesman Matthew Gibbs said in Sydney on Tuesday.
Concerns that NYSE Euronext will acquire another company have depressed its share price.
NYSE Euronext spokeswoman Richard Adamonis said the exchange does not comment on rumor or speculation.
ASX Chief Executive Robert Elstone has previously played down the possibility of buying small stakes in global exchanges, and analysts said there was little rationale for it to get involved.
It's hard to see what value a cross border deal would add, said Sydney-based Credit Suisse analyst Arjan van Veen. And obviously it would mean quite a substantial investment. It will be hard to see shareholders stumping up money for that as well.
Nasdaq does not intend to sell its entire 31 percent LSE stake to one buyer, but may sell 29.9 percent to a single party and the remaining shares in the market, the person said.
Under UK rules, an investor who buys more than 30 percent of a company has to automatically make a bid for all of it.
If the price is not right, Nasdaq may choose not to sell its LSE stake at all, the person said. At this point, there is no front-runner, the person said, adding talks were just starting.
Nasdaq Chief Executive Robert Greifeld said last week a premium was justified for its LSE stake.
Nasdaq wants to use the proceeds to pay down debt and buy back shares, which would effectively raise the value of its cash-and-share bid for OMX and give it a boost in the fast-consolidating global stock exchange sector.
Nasdaq is locked in a $4 billion bidding war with Borse Dubai for OMX, which owns exchanges in Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and the Baltic states.
Singapore's Temasek's interest comes amid growing protectionism in Europe and the United States toward sovereign wealth funds making aggressive overseas investments in search of higher returns.
Government-owned investment vehicles such as Temasek and its sister agency, Government of Singapore Investment Corp, control about $2 trillion -- roughly the size of France's economy -- a figure that is expected to grow to $12 trillion by 2015.
Britain's The Sunday Times has reported that a deal between Nasdaq and Temasek could lead to a full takeover of the LSE by the Singaporean investment group.
The Observer newspaper said Nasdaq was seeking to sell up to half its LSE stake to Germany's Deutsche Boerse.
The Daily Telegraph reported on Monday that Nasdaq may sell its LSE stake to Borse Dubai and make a joint bid with the Gulf exchange for OMX. It also said Nasdaq, which originally agreed to buy OMX for $3.7 billion, was expected to launch a higher bid closer to $4 billion.
Temasek and Borse Dubai officials were not immediately available for comment, while Nasdaq and Deutsche Boerse officials declined to comment.
ASX shares were flat at A$47.59 ($39.21) on Tuesday, in line with the benchmark S&P/ASX 200 Index.
(Additional reporting by Miyoung Kim in LONDON, Ovais Subhani in SINGAPORE and Andreas Framke in FRANKFURT)


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Teachers won't be added to shortage occupation list
The Migration Advisory Committee has published its long-awaited
review of the shortage occupation list and has recommended that it is expanded to allow more migrant workers to fill a wider range of health, IT and engineering occupations. It has acknowledged recruitment difficulties in education, but doesn't recommend adding teacher roles to the list.
The shortage occupation list includes roles where there aren't enough resident workers to fill vacancies. Employers recruiting for jobs on that list don't have to conduct the ‘resident market test’ which shows no UK resident is available to do the role, before they offer it to a non EU worker.
Augar Review recommends school sixth-form funding boost
According to the
TES, school sixth forms could see their funding boosted if the government implements a recommendation from the independent review of post-18 education and funding. Currently, 17-year-olds on full-time study programmes are funded at a base rate of £4,000 a year, but this figure is cut to £3,300 when they turn 18.
The Augar Review was commissioned by the DfE to examine post-18 education. It concludes:
There is no evidence to justify the lower base rate set for 18-year-olds in colleges compared to that for 16- and 17-year-olds
They do not believe that 18-year-olds require less teaching than younger pupils and may need more hours to successfully complete their course.
The reduction in the core funding rate for 18-year-olds should be reversed.
Do colleges need a policy on periods?
Many colleges are developing policies to support their menopausal employees going through "the change". But, very few have policies about periods. Are they necessary?
Last year, people in Sweden started
debating a new government-funded initiative to provide a supportive environment for women during their periods. The BBC has published advice about how to create a period-friendly workplace and has questioned why we still find it so hard to discuss menstruation in the UK.
Menstruation affects 51% of the UK population at some point in their lives. However, despite the fact that 91% of women experience period pain at some point during their life and 57% say this has adversely affected their ability to work, many choose to suffer in silence. Period symptoms may also amount to a
Implementing a policy can help your female staff understand what support is available to them and create a positive and more productive working environment.
Research indicates employers are failing to take pregnant workers' health seriously
research conducted by the Equality and Human Rights Commission into the experience of mothers at work has found that 41% of pregnant workers felt their work risked their health.
Mothers said their employers were less likely to tackle those risks they had identified. Almost two in five said it led to them taking maternity leave earlier than they wanted and more than a quarter taking sick leave. Plus, one in five of these mothers said they left because the risks were not resolved – 4% of all mothers.
Court of Appeal rule employers can enhance maternity pay without increasing shared parental pay
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Colleges that enhance maternity pay don't discriminate against men taking shared parental leave paid at lower or statutory rates.
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“Dad, I don’t want to play football or baseball,” I blurted out. “Oh, what do you want to play?” he asked. “Basketball? I hope its not soccer. That’s not even a real American sport.” “Stickball,” I said. “Say what?” Dad replied. He almost spit out a mouth full of coffee. “Stickball. Toli.” “You mean running around in your shorts behind the community center on Saturdays? That’s not a real sport.” “Actually it is a real sport, and I’m talking about playing on a team that will compete at Choctaw Fair next summer.” Dad slammed his fist down on the table. The plates and glasses shook. I almost jumped out of my seat. Sixteen year old Mississippi Choctaw Randy Cheska lived most of his young life in the shadow of his older football-hero brother, Jack. After Jack is tragically killed while serving in Iraq, Randy's father puts even more pressure on Randy to excel in football. Randy has absolutely no desire or skills to play high school sports but when he discovers that he's good and stickball and loves the game, Randy jumps at the chance to play when its offered. His father considers the sport a relic of the Choctaw past when it was known as the Little Brother of War and used to settle disputes between communities. For Randy, stick ball provides him with a new sense of self-worth and a new direction in life.
"There is strength in the depiction of a young man finding his way by looking to his roots, and Robinson powerfully captures the exhilaration of knowing exactly where one belongs."
Booklist September 2013
“The tension between respecting Choctaw tradition and embracing change are at the heart of Robinson's strong addition to the PathFinders series about Native American teens, written by Native authors. Written at a fourth-grade reading level, the story captures the believable friction in Randy's family and introduces a bit of American culture that will be new to many readers.”
Publisher Weekly August 2013
“A traditional game provides a way for a Mississippi Choctaw teen to step out of the shadows of his sports-hero older brother and dad. This worthy tale is definitely agenda-driven, but the cultural and historical information is laid onto the story with a light hand.” (Fiction. 10-13)
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The far right in Germany has come under attack following Wednesday’s murders in Hanau
The far right in Germany has come under attack following Wednesday’s murders in Hanau (AFP Photo/Odd ANDERSEN)
Berlin (AFP) – The extreme political right in Germany is on the defensive and stands accused of inciting last week’s racist attacks in Hanau and others with its anti-migrant diatribes.
Some have even asked that the hard right be subjected to police surveillance.
“We have known for a long time that words can be followed by action and the elected representatives of the people cannot shirk this responsibility,” said the chairman of the chamber of deputies, Wolfgang Schauble, in an interview with the daily Handelsblatt on Saturday.
In his sights is the hard-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which since 2017 has become the main opposition force in the Bundestag with 89 elected officials.
It has played on stoking fear in the population following the arrival of more than a million asylum-seekers in 2015 and 2016.
“The problem is that the AfD knows no bounds,” added Schauble, a member of Angela Merkel’s conservative party. He goes so far as to call Bjorn Hocke, the leader of the most radical wing, a “fascist”.
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The general secretary of the social democratic party SPD, coalition partner of the conservatives in Berlin, Lars Klingbeil, described the AfD as the “political arm” of the perpetrators of racist and anti-Semitic attacks.
Such attacks have been on the increase and were again in the news this week with the murder of nine people in Hanau.
According to political scientist Carsten Koschmieder, there is no question of criminal liability.
“But it is clear that what the AfD and some of its politicians say contributes to such acts,” he told public broadcaster ARD.
Obsessed with racist theories, the Hanau attacker spoke in a “manifesto” he left behind about the dilution of the Germanic race by the naturalisation of foreigners.
“This is exactly the speech of the AfD,” says Koschmieder.
The party claims to be the victim of a slander campaign with its leader Alexander Gauland accusing critics of “instrumentalising” an act that had no link to his party.
The AfD quickly ascribed the Hanau attack to an unbalanced individual who should never have had access to a gun.
In a poll published on Saturday by the Forsa Institute, the AfD has dropped two percentage points since Wednesday’s attack, giving them no more than nine percent support across the country.
– Surveillance –
The pressure is mounting, however. The left is demanding that the entire AfD be subject to surveillance by the Interior Intelligence Service, a treatment reserved in Germany for organisations representing a danger to the state.
Already, the most radical fringe of the AfD is in the crosshairs.
On Saturday, officials from the two government parties also demanded that AfD activists be banned from the civil service.
“We clearly expect public service to have a clear attachment to our democracy,” said Chancellor Patrick Sensburg, an elected member of the CDU’s Christian Democrat party.
“Membership of the AfD cannot, in my opinion, be compatible.”
Klingbeil has demanded that Hocke, the leader of the most extreme section of the movement, lose his civil servant status.
“He is an enemy of democracy who cannot serve the state,” Klingbeil said on Twitter.
There have already been consequences.
The election of a liberal politician as state premier in Thurungia on Friday was shrouded in controversy after he received the backing of both the centre and the far right.
Liberal Thomas Kemmerich then stepped down, leaving Thuringia rudderless, pending a fresh election.


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When Update Rollup 6 released for System Center 2012 SP1, one of the included fixes was to ensure that the Service Manager could accurately determine software versions when its database was connected to the Configuration Manager database. The problem, though, was that in some cases Configuration Manager wouldn't report the versioning information in a way Service Manager understood it.
As Microsoft puts it: "the version information reported by SCCM does not follow standard versioning practices."
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To know if this issue affects your own Service Manager/Configuration Manager installation, you'll see an error message in the event log:
Exception message:Version string portion was too short or too long..
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The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has officially transitioned from the venerable Browning Hi-Power pistol adopted at the end of World War 2, in 1944, to the SIG Sauer P320, that in the CAF is known with the official designation of C22. The caliber of the new Canadian issue sidearm remains the same, that is 9mm. In October 2022, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, had announced a contract award valued at $3.2 million (USD) to provide the Canadian Army with new pistols. The contract includes the pistols, holster systems, spares, and operator and maintenance training. The initial delivery of 7,000 pistols is now complete and soldier fielding of the C22 is in progress. According to official sources, additional options for up to 9,500 pistols will be available under the contract to cover off the remaining requirements for the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Canadian Navy and Military Police.
“The selection process for the C22 was extremely competitive with safety, reliability, and accuracy at the forefront – the P320 delivers on all fronts and ensures operational readiness and effectiveness for the Canadian Armed Forces,” began Tom Jankiewicz, Executive Vice President, Law Enforcement Sales, SIG Sauer, Inc. “For the first time in nearly eighty years our northern allies will field a modern, reliable pistol to support and carry out their mission.”
“SIG Sauer is honored that the P320 is the official sidearm of the Canadian Armed Forces, and proud of the positive feedback we are receiving throughout their transition to the P320,” concluded Jankiewicz.
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On the off chance that you never heard of it, the SIG Sauer P320 is a modular polymer-framed, striker-fired design. Few years ago it was selected by the U.S. armed forces as their new service pistol in both the P320-M17 full-size version and in the P320-M18 compact variant, replacing another legendary gun, the 9mm Beretta 92 aka M9. Among the features of the P320-C22 contract pistol, an improved ergonomic design, 17-round capacity, and a loaded chamber indicator that is visible to the user at any angle. It also ensures ambidextrous controls to enable both left and right hand users the ability to operate the weapon effectively. Additionally, the C22 features the SIG Sauer P320 innovative 3-point takedown safety for pistol disassembly which does not require a trigger pull for disassembly and the five-point safety system making it the safest and most dependable pistol available.


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Another way to serve duck, this dish is made from cucumber rolled up with duck meat and the sauce (made with lemon juice, chilli and garlic) adds bite to the flavours. For this you will need duck breast to form flat slices needed to roll, duck leg won't work.
400 gms Duck Breast
1 Tablespoon Thai Teriyaki Powder
40 gms Cucumber
2 Garlic Cloves
1 Teaspoon Dried Flaked Chillies
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 Tablespoon Fish Sauce
3 Tablespoons Water
1 Teaspoon Ground Toasted Sticky Rice
Toothpicks to skewer the rolls with.
1. Mix teriyaki powder with a little water, clean the duck and marinade it in the mix for at least 2 hours.
2. Grill The duck breast in the oven until it is not quite cooked. You will cook it again later and so it's important not to overcook it.
3. Slice the duck into thin slices.
4. Peel and chop the cucumber to 4x5 cm batons roll the duck around the cucumber and skewer it with a toothpick to hold it in place.
5. Dry fry these in a frying pan for 5 minutes turning them over to cook on both sides, remove from the pan and set aside.
6. Chop the garlic and in the frying pan mix it with the fish sauce, flaked chillies, lemon juice, water, and toasted rice. Fry for a minute to soften the garlic, it it becomes too dry add a little water.
7. Serve the rolls on a plate, covered with the sauce, and garnished with mint leaves or coriander leaves.
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Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro says a lot more changes are expected to happen, and it may be daunting to some.
Speaking at the official welcome ceremony in Suva today, he stated that as a solid team, they will work together in mutual respect and harmony to ensure the coalition government’s vision is realized.
The Minister also highlighted that there will be zero tolerance for sexual abuse or exploitation of students, and anyone found guilty will be dealt with accordingly.
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Fuzi: Roma 96
This book is a collection of photographs taken by the artist during the summer 1996 in Rome, and that he kept for 25 years in a cheap photo album. This summer trip with a group of friends gave birth to the infamous graffiti crew: UV (Ultra Violent).
The book is all about this month in August, spent camping in the Rome suburbs, stealing, painting subways, smoking weed, drinking cheap beers and harassing the locals. The photos are a mix of graffiti on the subway and traditional souvenir photos. It recreates the carefree teenage years when freedom was a real state of mind.
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Overwatch - Xbox One Event - Saturday Jan. 7th, 2017 @6:30pm EST (11:30pm GMT)
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Opportunity Village Eugene is a non-profit organization with a mission of creating self-managed communities of low-cost tiny houses for people in need of housing. With one complete, we are now fundraising for a new kind of village.
Emerald Village will provide a replicable model for permanent, affordable housing. The community will include 15 tiny houses (128-250 sq. ft. with a bathroom and kitchenette) supported by common gathering and gardening areas. See the entire Project Overview here.
In August 2013 we opened our first project—Opportunity Village. The housing of 60 to 80 sq. ft. was built incrementally by volunteers and residents over the course of 9 months. The self-governed village currently accommodates 34 residents, and has received widespread public support.
"From everything that I have seen and heard regarding Opportunity Village Eugene, it seems to be a great success, in terms of their goals and the commitments they made to the residents of the village, the neighborhood and the City Council… I have received zero complaints regarding Opportunity Village.”——Eugene City Councilor, Claire Syrett
With significant volunteer labor and material donations, we were able to build the project for around $100,000—all from private donations and grants. Now that it is built, residents pay a $30/month fee toward operating costs and contribute 10 hours/week toward the operation and management of the village.
So, with our first village up and running, we are now raising funds to build the next one, which we are calling Emerald Village. We plan to build on our success rather than duplicate it. While Opportunity Village focuses on transitional housing, Emerald Village will provide more accessible and sustainable places to transition to—a model that can then be replicated throughout the country.
The housing will larger (but still tiny) at 128-250 sq. and will include a bathroom and kitchenette. Residents will make monthly payments of around $250/month toward utilities and a share in ownership of the village—allowing very low-income individuals the opportunity to earn equity.
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South Gloucestershire Council has received funding approval from the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) to implement major improvements at the Great Stoke roundabout in Stoke Gifford.
The £2.9 million scheme will increase capacity at the roundabout by widening all approaches as well improving safety for cyclists and pedestrians with the introduction of new Toucan crossings.
The scheme includes the following:
* Localised widening and modifications to road markings on the circulatory and on all approaches to increase from two to three lanes
* The introduction of Toucan crossings on each of the four arms which are prioritised for pedestrian and cyclists, as this will be an attractive alternative to cyclists using the roundabout
* The introduction of high quality carriageway entry and exit points for cyclists which are clearly signed, coloured and marked
* Widening of shared use foot and cycle paths where possible, to a suitable width with a high quality surface finish.
Investing in these improvements and increasing the roundabout’s capacity now will help future proof the highway network, support planned housing and employment growth in the area, and encourage greater use of sustainable travel methods.
The work is scheduled to take one year to complete and during this time the area will be subject to lane closures. We will do everything we can to minimise the need for full road closures but there will be times when these are essential to enable us to carry out the work safely.
South Gloucestershire Council’s Cabinet Member for Planning, Transport and the Strategic Environment Cllr Steve Reade said: “We are very pleased that the Great Stoke roundabout full business case has received approval from the West of England Combined Authority. This is a significant investment at a key location in the north fringe where we are seeing rapid housing and economic growth. Improving and widening this junction will help promote all forms of transport, and will help us to keep the region moving now and in the future.”
West of England Mayor Tim Bowles said: “We’re really pleased to support these improvements to the Great Stoke roundabout, as part of our commitment to making cycling and walking safer and more attractive options for getting around the region. This work will not only help to tackle current transport issues but will also help keep people moving as we prepare for growth in the longer term.”
Great Stoke roundabout is a major intersection of the local highway network that is located near a number of developments in the north fringe including the Cribbs Patchway New Neighbourhood (CPNN), Horizon 38, Charlton Hayes, Harry Stoke New Neighbourhood and Haw Wood. The north fringe is a major economic hub within the region, which is continuing to expand with the Filton Enterprise Area (FEA).
Funding for the improvements was approved on Friday 4 October by WECA. Site clearance will begin this autumn with construction work due to start on site in January 2020.
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text: Entertainment Movies Kaia Gerber, Paris Hilton Remember Daniel Mickelson After His Death at 23: 'You Were Such a Light' Model Meredith Mickelson revealed that her brother, actor Daniel Mickelson, died on Sunday at the age of 23 By Vanessa Etienne Vanessa Etienne Twitter Vanessa Etienne is an Emerging Content Writer-Reporter for PEOPLE. Prior to joining in April 2021, she served as a reporter for Men's Health Magazine and BET Digital after freelancing for publications such as The New York Times and Everyday Health. Originally from northern Virginia, Vanessa is a proud Haitian American with a love for R&B music and mental health topics. She graduated from North Carolina State University with a bachelor's in Communication and Public Relations before earning her master's degree in Journalism from the City University of New York. People Editorial Guidelines Published on July 6, 2021 11:23 AM Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Darren Gerrish/WireImage Actor Daniel Mickelson, brother to model Meredith Mickelson, died over the Fourth of July weekend at the age of 23. A cause of death was not disclosed for the Atlanta native. On Monday, Meredith shared a throwback photo of her and her brother on Instagram paired with a touching tribute announcing his death. "My heart is shattered & to write this feels so wrong and I don't even know what to say. Yesterday I lost my brother, best friend & the other half of my heart," she captioned the photo. "There wasn't a person I loved more on this earth. there's no words that can do him justice that i could write. to know him was to love him. He was the happiest brightest smiley most sunshine human to exist and I'm so happy God chose me to be his sister for his whole amazing life," she continued. Many celebrities shared their condolences under the post. Both Patrick Schwarzenegger and Jordyn Woods wrote, "Praying for you," and model Amelia Hamlin said, "I love you forever Daniel." MEREDITH MICKELSON/ instagram Paris Hilton Says She's 'More Interested in Babies' Than Being a Billionaire Paris Hilton also commented, "So sad to hear this, RIP," before sharing her own tribute on her page. Hilton posted a photo of Daniel hugging her on her Instagram Story saying, "you were such a light." She also reposted a video of the two. paris hilton/ instagram Later on, model and actress Kaia Gerber shared a screenshot of herself on FaceTime with Daniel along with a heartwarming message. "I remember that time we sat on the couch and spent the whole day coming up with our own secret language that we continued to speak every time we saw each other," she wrote alongside the photo on her Instagram Story. "I wish we could go back there. I wish we were still talking in sentences that probably annoyed everyone else but made us crack up every time." Kaia Gerber Wishes Boyfriend Jacob Elordi 'Happy Birthday' With Simple Yet Sweet Message kaia gerber/ instagram Gerber continued, "I wish I was still sitting on my bathroom floor FaceTiming you, because that was the only place I had wifi and I never wanted to miss a call from you. Thank you for being the reason for so much laughter and happiness in the world. It won't be the same without you here. I love you Daniel." Daniel starred in the 2019 film The Killer Clown Meets the Candy Man as well as the series Mani.


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Danang, the vibrant coastal metropolis of Vietnam, not only boasts stunning normal landscapes and prosperous cultural heritage but also offers a dynamic nightlife that is sure to captivate website visitors. As the sunlight sets outside of the horizon, Danang transforms into a mesmerizing tapestry of lights and songs, drawing locals and tourists alike to expertise the pulsating strength that fills the streets.
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The Da Nang Emperor Tour, an additional enchanting facet of the city’s nocturnal offerings, allows site visitors to immerse by themselves in the wealthy historical past and royal heritage of Danang. Led by educated guides, this tour requires patrons on a interesting journey by means of ancient palaces, temples, and royal residences, supplying a glimpse into the opulent existence of Vietnam’s past emperors. With torch-lit pathways and charming storytelling, the Da Nang Emperor Tour transports guests back again in time, making an unforgettable and immersive encounter.
From energetic karaoke bars to sleek rooftop lounges, Danang’s nightlife caters to a diverse assortment of tastes and tastes. For those searching for a night time of musical indulgence, the city provides an array of karaoke venues the place melodic enthusiasts can showcase their vocal prowess. Sing along to well-known Vietnamese tunes or belt out international hits, surrounded by pals and the vivid strength of the crowd.
Continue to be tuned for the continuation of this charming exploration of Danang’s nightlife, as we uncover the hidden gems and need to-pay a visit to venues sprinkled across this coastal haven. Get ready to dive into the pulsating rhythm of Danang, where lights and tunes collide to produce an unforgettable nocturnal knowledge. Danang nightlife beckons, promising reminiscences that will last a life span.
Checking out Danang’s Eco-Helpful Nightlife
Danang, acknowledged for its amazing landscapes and lively environment, also offers a thriving eco-welcoming nightlife scene. With a target on sustainability, this town offers an array of fascinating pursuits that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the attractiveness of character although making the most of a energetic and entertaining night.
One particular of the have to-pay a visit to places for eco-aware vacationers is the Danang Eco Girl bar. This exclusive institution combines an eco-helpful technique with a vivid nightlife encounter. With its cozy environment and earthy decor, the Danang Eco Woman bar provides a excellent environment to chill out and unwind right after a extended day of checking out.
For people hunting to knowledge the prosperous historical past of Danang although taking pleasure in the nightlife, the Da Nang Emperor Tour is a should. This tour takes site visitors through the bustling streets of Danang, showcasing the city’s historical landmarks and cultural heritage. Alongside the way, individuals can indulge in the lively nighttime ambiance as they learn about the intriguing tales powering each web site.
In addition to these sights, Danang is also property to a variety of eco-welcoming karaoke venues. These institutions provide a entertaining and entertaining way to spend the night, with a focus on minimizing their ecological impact. Guests can belt out their favourite tunes in an environmentally acutely aware placing, in which strength-preserving actions and sustainable methods are the norm.
Danang’s eco-welcoming nightlife scene delivers website visitors a one-of-a-kind knowledge that brings together enjoyment with a deep respect for the atmosphere. No matter whether it’s taking pleasure in a drink at the Danang Eco Female bar, embarking on a historic tour with the Da Nang Emperor Tour, or singing your heart out at an eco-conscious karaoke venue, the city’s evening scene is confident to go away a long lasting impression on eco-conscious travelers.
Unveiling the Imperial Majesty of Da Nang
Danang, with its interesting blend of tradition and modernity, has much to offer to people looking for a flavor of vivid nightlife in Vietnam. As the sun sets and the city transitions into its nocturnal attractiveness, a single can immerse themselves in the imperial majesty that Da Nang has to offer.
With its prosperous heritage and cultural heritage, Da Nang proudly showcases the remnants of its imperial earlier. The iconic Da Nang Emperor Tour requires site visitors on a journey via time, unraveling the tales of the city’s superb earlier. From impressive temples and pagodas to historic relics and architectural wonders, this tour captures the essence of Da Nang’s imperial heritage.
The enchanting allure of Da Nang’s nightlife is possibly best seasoned by means of the eyes of the Danang Eco Lady. This gifted performer and ambassador of sustainable dwelling seamlessly brings together her enthusiasm for music with her adore for the atmosphere. As she will take to the stage, her electrifying songs performances not only entertain but also inspire audiences to embrace eco-consciousness. With her soulful voice and charming existence, the Danang Eco Female provides a exclusive touch to the city’s nightlife scene.
As the night arrives alive, a single are not able to miss the prospect to indulge in the quintessential Vietnamese knowledge – karaoke. Da Nang boasts a myriad of karaoke venues exactly where locals and tourists alike come collectively to belt out their favorite tunes. From lively pubs to extravagant karaoke lounges, there is a spot suited for every vocal enthusiast. Whether you are a seasoned performer or a 1st-time karaoke-goer, the lively ambiance and infectious strength of Da Nang’s karaoke scene promise an unforgettable night of singing, laughter, and camaraderie.
Remain tuned for the following section of our report as we delve further into the vibrant tapestry of lights and audio that determine the nightlife of Danang.
Unforgettable Karaoke Ordeals in Danang
When it will come to unforgettable nightlife ordeals in Danang, karaoke requires heart stage. The town is property to many karaoke bars that provide locals and vacationers alike the possibility to showcase their vocal skills in a energetic and thrilling environment.
1 common vacation spot for karaoke enthusiasts is the Danang Karaoke Lounge, the place guests can indulge in a wide selection of music from both Western and Vietnamese tunes catalogs. With point out-of-the-art sound methods and elegant private rooms, this karaoke lounge assures a unforgettable and entertaining evening out.
An additional need to-check out location is the Danang Eco Girl Karaoke Club, identified for its eco-helpful principle and unique ambiance. 하노이 유흥 Here, patrons can choose from an comprehensive selection of songs while experiencing the eco-stylish encompassing, total with recycled materials and eco-friendly decorations.
For individuals seeking a contact of luxurious, the Da Nang Emperor Tour also delivers an unforgettable karaoke knowledge. This large-end tour deal brings together the pleasure of karaoke with a deluxe cruise alongside the Han River. As you sing your heart out, you may be dealt with to breathtaking sights of the city’s shimmering skyline.
With its varied range of karaoke possibilities, Danang truly is aware how to cater to every songs lover’s desire. Regardless of whether you’re seeking for a laid-again night with friends or an extravagant night on the town, Danang’s karaoke scene guarantees an unforgettable experience that will go away you craving for much more.

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Like it or not, file-sharing is just as prevalent as ever, and many industries are paying the price as a result. On the video gaming side, it came as no surprise that major player Capcom refused to release Super Street Fighter 4 for PC considering the previous iteration was pirated nearly two million times in less than a year. Similarly, developer Crytek was shocked to learn that 90% of the computers running their game Crysis were running pirated copies, costing the developers money not only because of all the lost sales, but also to maintain the servers these pirates use for multiplayer matches.
To use an even more extreme example, the entire anime industry in America has been running on piracy since the beginning. In the early days, shows were spread via a few low-quality VHS copies subtitled by fans, and the only way you could watch was if you "knew a guy". Today, thanks to the internet, it's all too easy to quickly copy and share high-quality fansubs, with most becoming available only a few days after their Japanese airdate and months (perhaps even years) before their official English-language release. This has cost anime distributors massive amounts of money over the years, and forced more than a few to cut back on their releases or even close up shop for good. While several have attempted to combat this via officially-sanctioned same-day streams, some of the more entitled fans have gone so far as to hack the distributors' official website and start sharing the episode even before the Japanese airdate, causing conflict to arise between the American distributor and the Japanese client.
I could continue to go on a long rant about the evils of piracy and how stealing is bad and isn't acceptable under any circumstances, but doing so would likely only serve to paint me as the biggest hypocrite on earth.
You see, I currently produce a series called Sonic F, a parody of the Sonic X animated series that re-purposes episodes of the latter into more comedic, satirical takes on the material.
To illustrate, here's the fifth episode of Sonic X, "Cracking Knuckles", alternatively titled "Clash! Sonic vs. Knuckles" in its original Japanese broadcast.
Now, in contrast, here's the fifth episode of Sonic F, "Clash! Knuckles vs. Crippling Stupidity".
Note that the music is different, the script is heavily altered, and the voices have all been re-recorded. The only thing retained from the original episode is the footage, and even then, not all of the original work is featured, and many clips are shown out of order or spliced up to fit the new dialogue. By this point, it's more or less become its own unique work almost completely independent of its source material, save for following a similar plot and reusing some footage. So at that point, does it really qualify as copyright infringement?
Apparently, no. A recent revision of the DMCA states the following to be one of six new "exemptions from the statute’s prohibition against circumvention of technology that effectively controls access to a copyrighted work":
Motion pictures on DVDs that are lawfully made and acquired and that are protected by the Content Scrambling System when circumvention is accomplished solely in order to accomplish the incorporation of short portions of motion pictures into new works for the purpose of criticism or comment, and where the person engaging in circumvention believes and has reasonable grounds for believing that circumvention is necessary to fulfill the purpose of the use in the following instances:
(i) Educational uses by college and university professors and by college and university film and media studies students;
(ii) Documentary filmmaking;
(iii) Noncommercial videos
Under this revision, because my videos are transformative works that differ enough from the original material to be unmistakably recognized as mmine, as well the fact that I obtain all my footage from legally-purchased DVDs and don't use them as a means of profit, Sonic F is technically protected from being auto-flagged as infringing copyright.
Plenty of others use copyrighted material for their own creative purposes, and plenty of new and interesting things have appeared as a result. However, companies are all too quick to attempt and take these things down out of a belief that any unpermitted use of their material is completely unlawful no matter the purpose. While I agree that piracy as a whole is a serious issue, not every person who uses sample clips for something is a pirate. Full unrestricted use of someone else's material risks damaging various industries, but at the same time, a total crackdown would only lead to a lot of creative minds being silenced. There needs to be more guidelines as to what constitutes theft and what doesn't so that the copyright holders are protected but the remixers are free to express themselves. It's certainly not a question that I think is going to get answered any time soon, but I know that for me personally, as long as there's an audience, I plan to continue making videos, regardless of who thinks otherwise.


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This next letter is not one of gratitude. It comes from George Bernard Shaw, to the minor, not very talented writer Erica Cotterill, a young lady who became obsessed with the older author. At first, her messages must have boosted his ego, but after a while, the stream of long-winded letters and submission of low-grade writing became a burden and annoyance on Shaw. His displeasure stopped being subtle. She was oblivious to the hints. In this 1906 letter, Shaw suggests, “My Dear Lady, Why don't you join some Socialist Society and get some work to do? There are always envelopes...and tracts to be distributed.” Not exactly inspiring words for an aspiring writer. Miss Cotterill was a socialist, and author of the play The Professional Socialist, remembered only as the play written by the nutcase who hounded George Bernard Shaw for many years. In a postscript, Shaw adds, speaking of some poems she must have submitted, “The poems are too careless in form to be satisfactory.” Item 30. $875.
Item 13 is a pair of drawings dated “'93” by cartoonist Bob Kane. They are of his most famous creations, Batman and Robin. He created the superhero and his young sidekick for DC Comics in 1939 as an answer to Action Comics quick success with Superman. They have been the two greatest comic superheroes ever since, Superman comics having become somewhat more valuable, but Batman earning more notable film roles in recent years. Kane has signed the Robin drawing with the salutation, “BATS WISHES.” Kane would have been 78 years old at the time he created these drawings. $1,000.


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AGI – Improving the productivity of sheep and goat farms by up to 40% and managing them with an app is the near future for livestock farms. It was born in Sardinia the first operating protocol worldwideand for sheep and goat farms which in two years can allow to double the turnover and triple it in 4-5 years, according to the promoters. It is called Sementusa and has been studied and applied by start up Sementusa Tech, founded in 2016 on the island where over 3 million sheep are raised, equal to about 57% of the national sheep herd.
A team of two veterinarians and two computer engineers has been engaged since 2013 in a scientific research work that has led, in collaboration with the University of Messina, to the validation of the operating protocol. ‘Why, if I work 15 hours a day, I do whatever is necessary for my animals, in the end I don’t earn as much as I should?’: “We started with this question that was often asked by farmers”, Chicco Argiolas explains to AGI, founder of Sementusa Tech and president of the Order of Veterinarians of Cagliari. “After years of studies and research we have understood that the right way is to improve the performance of farms, but in a sustainable way”.
Thus companies become more efficient
“The problem, in many cases, is represented by the leaders who give birth late or those who remain empty”, sums up Argiolas. “For this reason, through some control activities, both on males and on females, with a collaboration between veterinarian and agronomist, it is possible to intervene on the feeding and sanitary style of the animals to improve business efficiency. “Sementusa aims to record a series of parameters for each garment to understand which diet and lifestyle, including social ones, to adopt to restore it to its best state of health.
“When the animals are well, they reproduce regularly. We do not upset the farms and the way farmers work”, explains Argiolas. “Instead, we try to improve the conditions of each garment through a data collection that is managed through an application on the mobile phone “. A real database on each sheep and goat of the farms that use the protocol and of which each farmer has its own interface. A path that can lead every company to improve productivity and turnover in a sustainable way.
The crux of the price of milk
In the background also the question of the price of sheep’s milk, already low, at the start: “If a farmer has 1,000 head”, explains Argiolas, “but of these they produce only 700, the milk – if paid for one euro – is paid 70 cents on balance. If a head who gives birth one month late, from one euro it goes down to 85 cents. The hope, in addition to improving the conditions of each company, is also to get to use this protocol throughout the Mediterranean basin in order to act as a counterweight to the rest of the world and also count on the price “.
In Italy there are already 500 companies that use the Sementusa protocol: “There are some also in the rest of Europe “, adds the veterinarian, who presented the protocol and the app in an online meeting organized by Coldiretti Sardinia. “This is only a starting point, but we believe it is the right way to improve the system performance of the industry. Currently we collaborate with seven Italian universities and we carry out scientific projects in support of the protocol “.

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Something really weird seems to be going on at Uber Technologies Inc. A number of news outlets are reporting that the networked transportation giant has hired 40 top robotics scientists away from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported that the scientists will leave Carnegie Mellon’s National Robotics Engineering Center and go to work at Uber’s Lawrenceville Research Center. None of the news stories said why Uber had hired the researchers or what they would be doing.
What Is Uber up To?
One obvious project might be to develop some sort of robotic car similar to the Google (NASDAQ: GOOGL) and Mercedes self-driving cars. Another might be to try to develop better technology for Uber drivers to use; for example, Uber software to install in your self-driving car in order to turn it into a rental car or a taxi cab.
Another might be to set up a military robotics company to compete with Google’s Boston Dynamics. Boston Dynamics, , is the MIT linked outfit that builds creepy robots right out of Star Wars for the U.S. military. It has a close relationship with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, or DARPA, the Pentagon’s weird science division. Google bought Boston Dynamics a year or so back.
If Uber could set up its own version of Boston Dynamics, it could make big money from defense contracts and from companies like Amazon.com that are increasingly using next generation robots. One obvious use of such technologies would be a robot delivery truck.
Uber Stabs University in the Back
Uber and Carnegie Mellon have been working together for quite some time, The Tribune-Review reported. The university has been trying to become the home of the Uber Advanced Technologies Center, a sort of think tank that Uber plans to set up.
The articles make it sound as if Uber is being its usual sleazy self here; it dangled donations and cash in front of the university to get in the door. Instead of entering into a partnership, Uber simply poached the Center’s best brains.
Uber, it seems, has many attributes, but ethics is definitely not one of them. One has to wonder how long such backstabbing can go on before it loses all of its business partners.
What Is Uber Anyway?
This affair once again raises the intriguing question: What exactly is Uber? It certainly isn’t a ride-sharing service like it claims. So what is it? Is Uber a technology company or a transportation company?
Hard to say, but after this deal, Uber is behaving more and more like a hedge fund company or a venture capital firm. It uses its core transportation business to generate cash then reinvests that cash in other ventures.
This, of course, is a lot like Google, which uses its core advertising business to generate cash then reinvests the cash in other ventures, such as self-driving cars, and to buy companies like YouTube. Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) uses a similar business plan; its online retail generates cash to finance ventures like Amazon Web Services and the movie studio.
One can also compare the business model to Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A). At Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett uses businesses like newspapers and insurance to generate float for acquisitions to expand the business. Uber is doing much the same thing.
That means Uber might be a pretty good business even if its ethics leave much to be desired. One has to wonder if Uber is planning to leave networked transportation or simply expand into something else.
There is one certainty here: Uber is likely to become a business giant and an important force in finance in the years ahead. What is not clear is whether an Uber IPO would be a good investment or not. If it becomes a leader in the world of robotics, it could be.


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Young adults dressed to the nines in kimonos gathered at venues in Japan yesterday to celebrate reaching the age of majority, although many of the usually jubilant events were cancelled over virus fears. More than a million people in Japan turn 20 this year, the age at which they can legally drink, smoke and get married without parental approval.
They are traditionally feted each January on “coming-of-age day” with a formal ceremony, originally a rite of ancient samurai families-now often followed by raucous drinking sprees. But a record surge in COVID-19 cases and a month-long virus state of emergency declared in and around Tokyo has led many local authorities to scrap or postpone the 2021 festivities.
“I know there is a risk of infection, but I am here because it’s an event that you only experience once in your life, and it’s also a chance to meet friends who I haven’t seen for a long time,” student Naomi Ooba told AFP at an event in Kawasaki, southwest of the capital. “After the ceremony, I’m going to return straight home, but it’s a shame that we can’t go and eat with our friends, because of the virus,” said another 20-year-old student called Ayane Uchino. Kawasaki and neighboring Yokohama are included in the state of emergency, which is less strict than the harsh lockdowns seen in other countries.
At Yokohama Arena, women in ornate kimonos, fluffy white stoles and masks sat in socially distanced seating for the ceremony, with the men dressed mainly in suits. The arena’s capacity was limited to 5,000, with four separate ceremonies held on Monday. Participants were told to keep their distance and speak quietly to avoid spreading the respiratory disease. Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga has urged young people to follow the emergency measures, which ask residents to avoid non-essential outings and request restaurants and bars to close early. Last week he said more than half of recent new infections in greater Tokyo were among the under-30s.
The fishing city of Yaizu in central Japan held a “drive-in” Coming-of-Age event on Sunday, drawing some 470 vehicles to the harbourside celebration. “We are sad to miss a chance to meet as friends, but I’m happy to see the event held no matter how,” a 20-year-old man in Yaizu told the Sankei Shimbun. Tama in western Tokyo held an online ceremony for residents entering adulthood. Before the event, the mayor apologized to participants, saying: “I’m sorry … but it is true that infections are spreading. As an adult, please accept this.” – AFP


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This party was sent in by Natalie for her very cute daughter’s 2nd Birthday. I love all the gorgeous details and the owl theme which was inspired by her daughter’s love of her owl soft toys. The cake is too too sweet and very clever -all the beautiful details in this table is just gorgeous. Natalie took all the wonderful photos.
“The party was for our daughter Amelie’s 2nd birthday. A very special day shared with friends and Amelie’s Nana and Poppa all the way from New Zealand especially for the party. I chose to do a pink and white theme and tried to let that flow from the decorations, party ware right through to the food. I had so much fun planning and making things along the way, a real highlight was the backdrop of tissue paper pom poms, they look so effective and were so easy to make! Guests were able to choose from pink jelly cups, pink fairy bread, marshmallow pops dipped in pink chocolate and white sprinkles, lolly cake (a New Zealand favourite – we’re kiwis!), mini macarons, fresh fruit, lollipops, popcorn and strawberry milk. The kids love drinking the milk out of the bottles with the straws!


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Daughter loved her panda cake and cupcakes!
Got my breakfast--cream filled anything works for me! And love the staff!
The kids are LOVING their morning donuts! so glad I can still get these for them! and they were quite impressed with the blue sprinkles
Thank You ladies at Shelly's Sweets for thewishing me a Happy Birthday and for the delicious !!!
We bought a Take & Bake breakfast pizza. It was amazing!! Thanks, Shelly!
Take N Baked Pizza for the WIN! Very tasty Ymmm ummm goooood! Love you long time


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Along with the diseases of the cardiovascular system , cancer is the leading cause of death in industrialized countries. Most cancers are diagnosed after a tumor has grown greatly. This reduces the success of treatment and survival of patients.
Researchers from the Department of Science and Technology ETH Zurich University of Biosystems in Basel have found a solution to this problem - the synthetic gene network, which serve as an early warning system for disease. This network detects the four most common types of cancer: prostate, lung, colon and breast cancer - at an early stage, namely when the blood calcium level rises due to the growing tumor.
An early warning system includes a genetic network that biotechnologists integrate into human body cells, which, in turn, is inserted into the implant. This gene network encapsulated implanted under the skin and continuously checks the level of calcium in the blood.
Once the calcium concentration exceeds a certain threshold value (for a long period of time), a signaling cascade is triggered which initiates melanin production in genetically modified cells. The result is a brown birthmark, visible to the naked eye on the skin.
Artificial birthmark as an early warning system for cancer
Birthmark appears long before the cancer can be detected by standard diagnostic systems. Then the doctor must examine the implant, to find the cause and, if necessary, prescribe treatment.
"Early diagnosis greatly improves the chances of survival - the researchers note. - For example, if breast cancer is diagnosed early, the likelihood of recovery is 98%, and if the tumor is discovered too late, only one in four women has a good chance of recovery. "
In this implant there is a drawback - its life is limited. The encapsulated cells live for about a year, after which they must be inactivated and replaced.
The device was tested in mouse models and swine. Moles animals developed only when the calcium concentration reached a high level. However, scientists have a long way to go before it will be possible to begin clinical trials on humans.
"Continued development of devices and clinical trials require a lot of work and a serious funding that we, as the research team, we can not afford," - said the scientists. According to their estimates, for the introduction of the implant into the market need to spend more than a decade of research and development.
The concept of "biomedical tattoo" can help not only in the diagnosis of cancer, but also neurodegenerative diseases and hormonal disorders. In principle, scientists could replace one molecular sensor to another, and it will not control the level of calcium and other biomarkers.


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