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Disney Fantasy- Travelogue Day 5- Star Wars Day at Sea
Star Wars Day at sea was our 5th day on the Disney Fantasy. I am the only Star Wars Fan in my family; my hubby enjoys the movies but is not a Lucas geek like I am. My girls were able to see Episode VII a few weeks after the cruise and they actually enjoyed it. But while we were sailing, they didn’t have more than a cursory knowledge of all the characters. Nonetheless, we all had heightened anticipation when we began the day, looking forward to the fun atmosphere around the ship and the special programs that would be held that day.
Upon leaving our room the first thing I noticed was the movie soundtrack playing on the ship’s intercom! Usually we are treated to Disney classic tunes throughout the day on the intercom but today we were able to enjoy the impeccable musical genius of John Williams all day in the form of Star Wars movie soundtracks! Music geeks will appreciate the great quality music that serenades you all day as you wander the ship, getting involved with all that Star Wars Day at Sea has to offer. It was fun walking around and seeing all the cruisers who were totally in celebration mode. There were some cruisers in elaborate costumes and others just sported quirky Star Wars themed t- shirts.
We had breakfast in Cabanas and then headed straight to the pool deck where we planned to spend the day. Throughout the day we were treated to appearances by storm troopers and bounty hunters there which were totally fun.
The storm troopers were under orders to search the deck for rebels so they made their way into the crowd, interacting with kids and pausing for photo ops (brandishing their weapons of course). It was really cool. All day, on the massive pool deck Funnel Vision screen, episodes of Star Wars Rebels (a Disney XD channel show) and trailers from all the Star Wars films were playing, keeping everyone in the theme.
There were a variety of activities available for the whole family throughout the day. Starting early in the morning and occurring every hour was the Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple where the kids could learn the ways of the Jedi and even had a chance to battle Darth Vader himself! This activity was held in the huge Walt Disney Theater. For newbies there was offered a Star Wars 101 interactive course in the Buena Vista Theatre that promised to be a lot of fun. There was a guest speaker, Kilian Plunkett, who is the Art Director for Star Wars Rebels; he hosted an awesome seminar on the process of animation for the show! In all of the kids clubs the activities and games were on a Star Wars theme (designing rebel aircraft, Padawan crafts, and computer battle games). Throughout the day there were costume celebrations where cruisers were invited to congregate and admire all the impressive, innovative costumes onboard.
After spending much of the day on the pool deck we went back to our stateroom to rest a bit and get cleaned up. The kids were chomping at the bit to get back to the Oceaneer Club and Lab so we happily dropped them off around 5pm so they could have dinner with their friends.
Hubby and I had dinner plans at Palo that evening so we were looking forward to a few hours of grown up time J. Dinner at Palo was incredible, as always (separate post coming soon). After the meal we were pleasantly full and took a quick cat-nap so we would have energy to stay up for the Summon the Force show on the pool deck at 10:30pm. We stopped by the Oceaneer Club to grab the girls and then headed up to the pool deck around 10:15.
We were late to the party; the deck was PACKED and most of the spaces against the railing on the upper 12th deck overlooking the pool deck were taken. There was a kind older coupler who allowed us to squeeze close to the railing so the little ones could see.
The Summon the Force show was incredible. The Funnel vision screen flowed through an epic montage featuring scenes from all of the movies, following the them of the power of the Force. There were appearances from main characters like Chewy, Darth Vader, and the Sith Lord.
The show culminated in the most EPIC fireworks I’ve seen at sea to the booming soundtrack of Star Wars. Literally, there were chills running up and down my arms. It was the perfect ending to an awesome Star Wars Day at Sea.
Disney is offering limited sailings with the Star Wars Day at Sea in 2017. If you are interested in getting more info or booking one of these awesome sailings please do not hesitate to contact me! I’d love to help you and your family navigate the intricacies of planning your Disney cruise vacation (you can find more information here). If you just want to ask a million questions about Disney cruising I’d love to chat with you too! Email me or give me a buzz through contact info in this link.


Peter Millican Law joined the NECC members to set a new world record – The largest human currency symbol.
The sterling effort – which came in the shape of a pound sign, formed by 327 people – took place at the NECC’s (North East Chamber of Commerce) Business Week as part of its 200th anniversary celebrations.
The stunt, to promote inward investment into the North-east, was carried out at Northumbria University.
And now the confirmation has come through from Guinness World Records that the record attempt is official.
NECC Chief Executive James Ramsbotham, who was part of the giant pound sign, said: “We have events throughout the year to mark our 200th anniversary, but this was definitely one of the most unusual.
“The members who took part had to adhere to some strict guidelines to fulfil the criteria, but it’s all paid off now we’re officially in the Guinness Book of Records.
“It was all great fun, but hopefully also carries the serious message that we are open for investment in the North-east.”


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The Snows of Yesteryear (1989) is Gregor von Rezzori's haunting evocation of his childhood in Czernowitz, in present-day Ukraine. Growing up after the First World War, Rezzori portrays a twilit world suspended between the dying ways of an imperial past and the terrors of the twentieth century. He recalls his volatile, boar-hunting father, his earthy nursemaid, his fragile, aristocratic mother, his adored governess and the tragic death of his beloved sister, in a luminous story of war, unrest, eccentricity, folk tales, dark forests, night flights, and what it is like to lose your home.

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New Delhi: If you had not heard of Narayanan Krishnan, as I had not, it is a collective failure. This is one of the most incredible stories of personal commitment.
Narayanan Krishnan, all of 29 years old now, does what he was professionally trained to do as a chef. Feed...
"Asha Devi" An article by Bhagat Puran Singh
In 1948 my dwelling was located inside the boundary of the railway station. There is a Pipal tree on the road in front of the Railway post office; there is also a footpath along the road. This is where I spent a couple of months. At this place we...
Garland Around My Neck:
The Story of Bhagat Puran Singh & Piara A Book Review by ANGAD SINGH

Garland Around My Neck: The Story of Puran Singh of Pingalwara, by Patwant Singh and Harinder Kaur...
Professor Puran Singh
Scientist, Poet and Philosopher
By Hardev Singh Virk
Published by Tarlochan Publishers, Chandigarh
Pages 112, Price: Rs. 120
A Review by Dr. D. P. Singh*
Professor Puran Singh, a unique synthesis of a poet, philosopher and scientist rose like a celestial star on...
The Saint of Pingalwara Bhagat Puran Singh
At Pingalwara, in Amritsar and elsewhere in the area, the wondrous legacy of Bhagat Puran Singh lives on. We share some first-person accounts of this multi-dimensional personality, one of the true saints of our times.
As Professor Pritam Singh of...
Professor Puran Singh: Scientist, Poet and
Puran Singh was born on 17 February 1881 in a small
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About Bhagat Puran Singh?
Bhagat Puran Singh Ji is undoubtedly the single Sikh Hero of this century who worked totally selflessly all his life to provide the last hope to the mentally and terminally ill patients. Whenever he use to see a deserted dead body (human or animal) immediately he would...
PROFESSOR PURAN SINGH, poet and scientist, was born on 17 February 1881 at Sarhadd (Abottabad) in a Khatri family (father: Kartair Singh; mother; Parma Devi). His father worked in the revenue department at Salhadd, though their ancestral home was in the village of Dera Kalsa in Rawalpindi...


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College roundup: UWM women take second in Horizon track
The UW-Milwaukee women’s track and field team had a flair for the dramatic Sunday at the Horizon League indoor championships in Youngstown, Ohio.
It all came down to the final event. With a six-point lead over Oakland going into the 1,600-meter relay, the Panthers just needed to finish within two places of the Golden Grizzlies. With stellar performances from Ashley Melvin, Anya Athan and Leah Johnson and a great final leg by Kate Novacek, the Panthers came in third to clinch the runner-up finish.
Youngstown State took the title with 183 points, while UWM had 140 and Oakland finished with 138.
UWM’s Novacek won the 400-meters and Melissa Kirchoff won the triple jump.
UWM finished third in the men’s meet.
Austin Schulfer scattered three hits in seven innings as UWM beat Eastern Michigan, 4-2, for a doubleheader sweep in Winter Haven, Fla.
UWM (3-3) scored three unearned runs in the eighth to win the opener, 3-0.

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Thorne’s St Nicholas’ church will once again open its doors to the public as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days festival
The historic Grade 1 listed church, on Stonegate in Thorne, will be open for people to look around at its various architectural features, memorials and stained glass windows as part of the annual heritage festival.
Tours of the church tower with the opportunity to view the Thorne streetscape from high above its rooftops can be arranged by request. There will also be an exhibition of photos of local interest.
The event is free and no booking is required – Opening days and times are as follows:
Friday 13 September: 10am – 4.00pm
Saturday 14 September: 10.00am- 4.00pm
Sunday 15 September: 12.00noon- 4.00pm
Heritage Open Days are coordinated nationally by the National Trust with support from players of the People’s Postcode Lottery. Heritage Open Days locally are organised by a network of people who share a passion for places, history and culture. The event calls on communities to champion their local heritage and show their support for cultural and historic assets on their doorsteps.
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Flicker Alley is proud to announce the release of a essential collection of eight landmark Soviet silent films all new to DVD in North America. The term “Soviet montage” is widely used in film circles, but understanding of Soviet silent film remains monolithic, based in large part on jut a few archetypal sequences. Presenting four documentaries and four fiction films made between 1924-1930, our newest box set LANDMARKS OF EARLY SOVIET FILM chronicles the development of Soviet Montage and showcases the many ways of approaching that mysterious moment between two shots.
The 595 minute box set includes beautiful new HD transfers of both Sergei Eisenstein’s last major silent work OLD AND NEW (1924) (and the film that most clearly exemplified Eisenstein’s cinematic theories), as well as completely unpublished feature by celebrated cinema theorist Dziga Vertov, STRIDE, SOVIET! (1926). Additional to these familiar classics, the collection contains six other lesser-known Soviet post-WWI cinematic treasures (running the gamut of genres and montage styles), such as Boris Barnet’s effective propaganda masquerading as charming comedy THE HOUSE ON TRUBNAYA (1928), and Lev Kuleshov’s stunt-filled comedy that pokes fun of American culture, THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF MR. WEST IN THE LAND OF THE BOLSHEVIKS (1924).

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Desire and Disaster in New Orleans with Lynnell L. Thomas
For the December Second Thursday Lecture, hosted by Friends of the Cabildo and Louisiana State Museum, author Lynnell L. Thomas will be speaking on her recent book, "Desire and Disaster in New Orleans: Tourism, Race, and Historical Memory," as well as her current project, “A People’s Guide to New Orleans.”
This event will take place on Zoom. It is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please register here: https://forms.gle/QenZSUVHoy4TtGAe6
About the Book
Most of the narratives packaged for New Orleans's many tourists cultivate a desire for black culture—jazz, cuisine, dance—while simultaneously targeting black people and their communities as sources and sites of political, social, and natural disaster. In this timely book, the Americanist and New Orleans native Lynnell L. Thomas delves into the relationship between tourism, cultural production, and racial politics. She carefully interprets the racial narratives embedded in tourism websites, travel guides, business periodicals, and newspapers; the thoughts of tour guides and owners; and the stories told on bus and walking tours as they were conducted both before and after Katrina. She describes how, with varying degrees of success, African American tour guides, tour owners, and tourism industry officials have used their own black heritage tours and tourism-focused businesses to challenge exclusionary tourist representations. Taking readers from the Lower Ninth Ward to the White House, Thomas highlights the ways that popular culture and public policy converge to create a mythology of racial harmony that masks a long history of racial inequality and structural inequity.
About the Author
Lynnell L. Thomas is an associate professor of American Studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Thomas received her doctorate from the Graduate Institute of the Liberal Arts at Emory University. She is the author of "Desire and Disaster in New Orleans: Tourism, Race, and Historical Memory" (Duke University Press, 2014). Her scholarship has been published in the journals American Quarterly, The Black Scholar, Journal of African American History, Journal of Tourism History, Performance Research, Television and New Media, and in the edited volumes HBO's Treme and "Post-Katrina Catharsis: The Mediated Rebirth of New Orleans." (Eds. Dominique Gendrin, Catherine Dessinges, and Shearon Roberts, Lexington Press, 2017), "In the Wake of Hurricane Katrina: New Paradigms and Social Visions." (Ed. Clyde Woods Johns Hopkins Press, 2010) and "Seeking Higher Ground: The Race, Public Policy, and Hurricane Katrina Reader." (Eds. Manning Marable and Kristen Clarke, Palgrave Macmillan, 2007). Her current project, with co-author Elizabeth Steeby, is a social justice tour guide “A People’s Guide to New Orleans.”


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Demystifying Estate Taxes In California: Your Complete Guide To Navigating The Process
Estate taxes can be a complex and bewildering aspect of managing your estate in California. Understanding the intricacies of the estate tax process is essential for individuals and families looking to preserve their wealth and ensure a smooth transfer of assets to their loved ones. In this comprehensive guide, we aim to demystify estate taxes in California and provide you with a complete roadmap to navigate this often perplexing process.
From unraveling the key concepts to explaining the specific regulations that apply within the state, this guide covers all the essential information you need to know. We will delve into the thresholds and rates associated with estate taxes in California, shedding light on the factors that determine your potential tax liability.
While California currently does not impose its own estate tax, it’s important to understand the potential impact of federal estate taxes on your estate. We will explore federal estate tax considerations and discuss strategies to minimize your tax liability at the federal level.
Additionally, we will provide practical guidance on how to calculate and file estate taxes in California, walking you through the step-by-step process. We will highlight common mistakes to avoid and offer insights on how to seek professional guidance to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Moreover, this guide will equip you with strategies to minimize estate tax liability, including effective estate planning techniques and tools. We will discuss the benefits of establishing trusts, making strategic lifetime gifts, and other proactive measures to protect your assets and maximize tax efficiency.
Navigating the estate tax process can be overwhelming, but this guide is here to simplify and clarify the journey. By understanding the nuances of estate taxes in California, you can make informed decisions and take the necessary steps to safeguard your wealth for future generations.
Whether you are an executor, a potential heir, or an individual planning your estate, this guide provides the comprehensive knowledge and insights you need to confidently navigate the estate tax process in California. Let us demystify estate taxes and empower you to make well-informed decisions for the preservation and transfer of your wealth.
Key Factors That Determine Estate Tax Liability In California
When it comes to estate tax liability in California, several key factors come into play. Understanding these factors is essential for individuals and families seeking to plan their estates and minimize potential tax burdens.
1. Estate Value
The total value of the estate is a crucial factor in determining estate tax liability. California does not currently have its own state-level estate tax, but federal estate taxes may apply if the estate’s value exceeds the federal threshold. It’s important to stay informed about the federal estate tax exemption amount, as it can change over time.
2. Federal Estate Tax Exemption
The federal government sets an exemption amount that determines whether an estate is subject to federal estate taxes. If the value of the estate falls below the exemption amount, no federal estate taxes are owed. However, if the estate exceeds the exemption amount, estate taxes are calculated based on the taxable value above the exemption threshold.
3. Tax Rates
For estates that surpass the federal exemption amount, tax rates come into play. The federal estate tax rates are progressive, meaning that the percentage of tax increases as the estate value rises. Understanding the applicable tax rates is crucial for estimating potential tax liability.
4. Deductions And Credits
Various deductions and credits can reduce estate tax liability in California. For example, certain expenses, such as funeral costs and administrative expenses, can be deducted from the estate’s value before calculating taxes. Additionally, credits may be available for taxes paid to other states or foreign countries.
5. Lifetime Gifts And Transfers
Lifetime gifts and transfers made before death can affect estate tax liability. In California, certain gifts may be subject to gift tax if they exceed the annual gift tax exclusion amount set by the federal government. These gifts can also impact the overall taxable value of the estate upon death.
6. Charitable Contributions And Qualified Deductions
Charitable contributions made from the estate can help reduce estate tax liability. Donations to qualified charitable organizations can be deducted from the taxable value of the estate, potentially lowering the overall tax burden.
7. Estate Planning Strategies
Effective estate planning strategies can play a significant role in minimizing estate tax liability in California. Establishing trusts, utilizing lifetime gift strategies, and implementing other estate planning techniques can help preserve wealth and reduce potential tax liabilities. Seeking guidance from an experienced estate planning attorney or tax professional can ensure that these strategies are implemented correctly.
Understanding the key factors that determine estate tax liability in California is essential for effective estate planning. By considering the estate’s value, federal exemptions, tax rates, deductions, lifetime gifts, charitable contributions, and employing proper estate planning strategies, individuals can work towards minimizing tax burdens and maximizing the preservation of wealth for future generations.
Navigating The Estate Tax Filing Process In California: Step-By-Step Guide
The estate tax filing process in California can appear daunting, but with a step-by-step approach, it can be more manageable. This guide aims to provide a clear roadmap for navigating the estate tax filing process in California. By following these steps, you can ensure compliance with tax regulations and effectively manage the estate’s tax responsibilities.
Step 1: Gather Necessary Documents
Begin by collecting all relevant documents related to the deceased individual’s estate. This includes financial records, property deeds, investment statements, business documents, and any other relevant paperwork that will help determine the value of the estate.
Step 2: Determine The Estate’s Value
Calculate the total value of the estate by assessing the fair market value of all assets owned by the deceased individual at the time of their death. This valuation includes real estate, bank accounts, investments, businesses, and personal belongings. Consult with professionals such as appraisers or tax experts, if needed, to determine accurate valuations.
Step 3: Understand Exemptions And Deductions
Familiarize yourself with applicable federal estate tax exemptions and deductions. Although California does not currently impose its own estate tax, federal estate tax laws still apply. Be aware of the federal estate tax exemption threshold and any deductions or credits that may reduce the taxable estate.
Step 4: Calculate Taxable Estate
After determining the estate’s value and accounting for exemptions and deductions, calculate the taxable estate. Subtract any allowable deductions, such as qualified charitable contributions and marital deductions, from the total estate value. This will provide the taxable estate amount upon which estate taxes are based.
Step 5: File IRS Form 706
To report and pay estate taxes, file IRS Form 706, the United States Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return. This form provides a detailed account of the estate’s assets, deductions, and tax liability. Ensure accurate completion of the form, including all required schedules and attachments.
Step 6: Consult With Professionals
Seek guidance from qualified professionals, such as estate planning attorneys and tax advisors. They can provide valuable expertise and ensure compliance with complex tax regulations. Professional assistance is particularly important when dealing with estate tax filing, as errors or oversights can lead to penalties or audits.
Step 7: Pay Estate Taxes And File State Requirements
If the estate is subject to federal estate taxes, pay the tax liability as calculated on Form 706. Additionally, fulfill any state requirements, such as filing a state estate tax return or providing necessary documentation to the California Franchise Tax Board.
Step 8: Maintain Records And Review Regularly
Keep meticulous records of all estate tax filings, payments, and relevant documents. Regularly review and update estate planning strategies to adapt to changes in tax laws or personal circumstances. Estate tax laws may evolve, so staying informed is crucial for ongoing compliance and efficient management of the estate.
Navigating the estate tax filing process in California requires careful attention to detail and adherence to tax regulations. By following this step-by-step guide and seeking professional guidance, you can successfully navigate the estate tax filing process and fulfill your obligations while protecting the estate’s assets for future generations.
Strategies To Minimize Estate Tax Liability In California
Estate taxes can significantly impact the value of an estate, potentially reducing the assets that pass on to beneficiaries. Fortunately, there are several strategies available to minimize estate tax liability in California. By implementing these strategies, individuals can preserve their wealth and ensure a more efficient transfer of assets.
Here are some effective strategies to consider:
- Lifetime Gifting: One way to reduce estate tax liability is through lifetime gifting. By making gifts of assets or money to beneficiaries during your lifetime, you can remove those assets from your taxable estate. In California, there is currently no state-level gift tax, but federal gift tax rules apply. Be mindful of the annual gift tax exclusion and lifetime gift tax exemption, and consult with an estate planning attorney or tax professional to understand the limitations and benefits of lifetime gifting.
- Establishing Trusts: Trusts can be powerful tools in estate planning, allowing for asset protection and tax planning. Certain types of trusts, such as irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILITs) or charitable remainder trusts (CRTs), can help reduce estate tax liability. These trusts allow assets to be transferred outside of the taxable estate while still providing benefits to designated beneficiaries or charitable organizations. Consult with an experienced estate planning attorney to determine which type of trust aligns with your goals and circumstances.
- Charitable Contributions: Making charitable contributions not only supports meaningful causes but can also help minimize estate tax liability. Qualified charitable contributions are deductible from the taxable estate, potentially reducing the estate tax burden. Consider incorporating philanthropic giving into your estate plan by designating specific assets or establishing a charitable foundation or donor-advised fund.
- Family Limited Partnerships or LLCs: Family Limited Partnerships (FLPs) or Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) can be effective estate planning tools, particularly for individuals with substantial assets. These entities allow for the transfer of assets to family members while retaining control over those assets. By gifting limited partnership or membership interests, the taxable value of the estate can be reduced, thus minimizing estate tax liability.
- Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT): A Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT) is a trust created by one spouse for the benefit of the other spouse. By transferring assets to the trust, the estate tax liability on those assets is minimized, while still allowing the spouse access to the trust’s income or principal. SLATs can be an effective strategy for married couples looking to minimize estate tax exposure.
- Estate Freeze Techniques: Estate freeze techniques aim to lock in the value of certain assets for estate tax purposes. This can be accomplished through techniques such as Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs), where assets are transferred to a trust in exchange for fixed annuity payments, or by utilizing sales to intentionally defective grantor trusts (IDGTs). These strategies freeze the taxable value of the transferred assets, allowing for potential appreciation to accrue outside the taxable estate.
- Seek Professional Guidance: Navigating estate tax laws and implementing effective strategies can be complex. It is essential to seek guidance from an experienced estate planning attorney or tax professional who specializes in estate taxes. They can provide personalized advice based on your unique circumstances and help you understand the specific regulations and opportunities available in California.
Minimizing estate tax liability in California requires careful planning and consideration of various strategies. By incorporating these strategies into your estate plan and working with professionals who specialize in estate tax planning, you can optimize the preservation and transfer of your wealth while minimizing the impact of estate taxes.
Navigating the estate tax process in California can initially seem overwhelming, but armed with knowledge and guidance, it becomes a more manageable endeavor. In this comprehensive guide, we have explored the intricacies of estate taxes in California, providing a clear roadmap for understanding the process and minimizing tax liabilities.
By understanding key factors that determine estate tax liability, such as the estate value, federal exemptions, tax rates, deductions, lifetime gifts, and charitable contributions, individuals and families can proactively plan their estates and work towards minimizing tax burdens.
We have delved into the calculations involved in determining estate tax liabilities, highlighting the importance of accurate valuation, deductions, and exemptions. We have also emphasized the significance of professional advice, encouraging readers to consult with estate planning attorneys and tax professionals who can provide personalized guidance and ensure compliance with the ever-evolving tax laws.
Moreover, we have explored various strategies to minimize estate tax liability in California. From lifetime gifting and establishing trusts to utilizing charitable contributions and estate freeze techniques, these strategies empower individuals to protect their wealth, preserve assets for future generations, and make a positive impact through philanthropic endeavors.
Remember, effective estate tax planning is an ongoing process. Regularly reviewing and updating your estate plan, staying informed about changes in tax laws, and adapting your strategies accordingly are crucial steps to ensure ongoing tax efficiency.
Demystifying estate taxes in California is about empowering individuals and families to navigate the process with confidence. By following this complete guide and seeking professional assistance when needed, you can successfully manage your estate’s tax responsibilities, preserve your wealth, and leave a lasting legacy for your loved ones.
Remember, while this guide provides a comprehensive overview, it is essential to consult with qualified professionals who can provide personalized advice tailored to your specific circumstances. With the right knowledge and guidance, you can navigate the estate tax process in California and ensure the smooth transfer of your assets while minimizing tax liabilities.
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Only a few hours after Twitter announced a ban on President Donald Trump’s @realdonaldtrump account, he has attempted to tweet from at least two other accounts under his control. Tweets posted to the official @POTUS account were swiftly deleted, and after the same thread was posted on the Trump campaign’s @TeamTrump account, it has been suspended entirely. An account for the Trump campaign’s digital director is also suspended.
In a response statement, Twitter cited its ban evasion policy, which says that if an account is being used to evade a ban, it’s subject to suspension.
In the deleted tweets, Trump complained about the treatment he’s receiving, and claimed he is negotiating with “various other sites” while also looking at building his own platform “in the near future.” The accounts also proclaimed “We will not be SILENCED!” before they were shut down. How having his own platform would align with his stated objective to repeal Section 230 (the law that would protect his platform from being held directly responsible for what people post on it) is unclear.
So far, the president has not attempted to release a statement via the White House website or called a press conference. According to reports, the Trump campaign has not emailed its followers in over 48 hours — a rare occurrence. Someone in the Trump administration emailed the text of the tweet to White House pool reporter Hans Nichols after seeing the tweets on the @POTUS account.
Twitter spokesperson: “As we’ve said, using another account to try to evade a suspension is against our rules. We have taken steps to enforce this with regard to recent Tweets from the @POTUS account. For government accounts, such as @POTUS and @WhiteHouse, we will not suspend those accounts permanently but will take action to limit their use.


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The Diesel fuel injection system has the most dominant effect on flow processes in the combustion of compression ignition engines; because it controls the process of fuel atomisation, and the subsequent fuel/air mixing, mixture ignition, combustion and pollutant formation (Figure 2.1.2).
The characteristics of Diesel spray usually include spray tip penetration, spray angle, droplet velocities, droplet sizes and distributions, and global spray structure. These characteristics in time and space form are used to describe the performance of the fuel injection system. A good understanding of these characteristics is essential for raising the combustion efficiency and reducing environmental pollution. For instance, size distribution of droplets in a spray has a fundamental effect on compression-ignition engines. Smaller fuel droplets vaporise much more quickly than large ones, but their penetration is shorter and therefore the size distribution must be optimised. Factors that may influence the droplet size distribution include the injection and cylinder pressures, geometry of the injector nozzle and speed operation of the needle. To study the droplet formation from an injector effectively, very finely resolved time measurements are essential.
The different studies previously reported attempt to explore the results of such strategies upon droplet distributions and behaviour with the emphasis on data from the core of the spray. Understanding the droplet behaviour will help explain the benefits of these injection strategies and aid in improving the mixture formation process in Diesel engines.

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How to Balance Comfort and Style in Your Home
Nowadays, there are more and more pieces that are both comfortable and stylish, but when you are decorating your whole home, you will find yourself picking between style and comfort. Here is how you can balance comfort and style in your home and decorate your home to look fantastic.
Have Fun with Scale
Adding larger pieces will make your home interior look instantly more interesting. It not only creates style statements and centerpieces but that will also make the whole space feel more comfortable and cozy. If you are working with a smaller space, you can still create the same effect by adding larger lamps or pendant lights.
Pick the Perfect Rug
Rugs are the best way to make your design come together but can be a bit tricky when it comes to picking out the right size. When you are picking out a cozy rug, make sure that it is big enough so that most or all furniture fits on it because if you pick a small rug and put it in the middle of the room, it won’t look as good. The key to having both style and comfort is in the size because if your furniture fits on, it will look amazing, and your feet will rest on a nice soft rug.
Layer Soft Textures
Most people make the mistake of not layering or using textures because they are too scared. But it is the key to having a stylus and comfortable home. The safest and best way to do so is by combining natural colors and textures like wool and silk.
Utilize the Darkness
Not all homes will have rooms with amazing large windows and great lighting, but that doesn’t mean that you should have a gloomy room. Your instinct will tell you to paint it white, so it looks as bright as possible. But that can make a bit off-putting. Don’t overlook the importance of color and incorporate the darkness by choosing rich dark hues to make the cozy scheme. The key to making it look stylish, yet comfortable is to add bright accents.
Pick a Quality Floor
Floors are often forgotten about and picked just to have a floor. But a floor can be used as a statement piece because it can bring that wow factor in the room. The most popular floor option in Australia is the bamboo floor and that is for a reason. They are popular because it is simple and neutral yet a statement. When you are picking out bamboo flooring in Sydney you need to make sure that you pick the best quality one. That way you will have floors that are both durable and stylish.
Decorate Your Stairs
Sometimes, your hallway will feel bare and not stylish, even when it’s decorated. A great way to spice it up is by decorating your stairway by covering it with carpet. The trick is not to cover the whole stairs and leave a couple of inches on each side to show off the wood floors. That way, you will divide the space and trick your eyes into thinking that the area is much wider than it is. And the carpet on the stairs will provide your feet with cushion.
Find the Right Sofa
When you are decorating or redecorating your home, it can be taught to decide where to start. Many people make the mistake and start by adding accessories, but the key to having a stylish and comfortable room is to start with the most significant piece, which is the sofa. The idea is to find your perfect large sofa and then decorate around that piece, so it is a critical failure. Take time to pick it out, it is better to invest in a quality sofa that will not only be stylish, but it will be durable and comfortable. This method works in all rooms, always start with the most significant piece of furniture.
Your home is your secretary, a place where you come to unwind from your hectic life. Therefore it needs not only to look good, but it also needs to be as comfortable as possible so that you can relax and de-stress.
Mia Ackerson is a Melbourne-based writer. Loves writing about home decorations and home improvements. She’s also interested in reading books, movies, music, baking, and gardening. You can follow her on twitter.


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Hong Kong Won’t Be ‘Light Touch’ on Crypto Regulation, Says Executive
- The CEO said companies that feel HK’s regulations are too tight can go elsewhere.
- From June 1, retail investors in Hong Kong can trade BTC and ETH.
In a recent interview with Bloomberg, the CEO of the Hong Kong (HK) Monetary Authority, Eddie Yue, stated the upcoming virtual assets regulation would take a different dimension from what was previously obtainable.
In Yue’s words: “We will let the industry develop and innovate; we will let them create the ecosystem here, which brings a lot of excitement, but that does not mean ‘light touch regulation.’”
The Hong Kong regulator noted that any crypto company that feels the country’s regulation is too tight should take its business elsewhere. Nonetheless, the Chief Executive clarified that the essence of the regulatory regime is to develop a healthy and sustainable crypto ecosystem and not to hunt down crypto businesses.
Additionally, Yue highlighted that in the last few years, HK’s guardrails used to be very high, forbidding many crypto activities; however, it is no longer the case. He also argued that in some countries, there are no barriers to entry, which in his opinion, led to the collapse of FTX.
In an event in April, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)’s CEO, Julia Leung, revealed the country would release guidelines on the licensing regime for virtual asset exchanges this month.
According to Leung, the licensing comes following a public consultation process that received over 150 responses regarding the regulatory framework that will apply to crypto exchanges.
Furthermore, the SFC CEO noted that retail investors in Hong Kong would be able to trade significant cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), from June 1, 2023, under a new licensing regime aimed at protecting investors and fostering crypto industry growth.


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Taser stun guns have recently come under close scrutiny and critiscm because of the risks they pose to the public and their intended use. This has also been fuelled by the increased use of these devices, especially in the United States, and their intended use in the United Kingdom (Feakin 2007). Taser stun guns have been touted as the non-lethal alternative to deadly force and guns (Driscoll 2003, ACLU 2005), which has been viewed as an advantage when it comes to apprehending crime suspects, as it avoids needless deaths and injuries. However, there are figures which show that between 1999 and September 2004, approximately 71 individuals died in North America as a result of the use of the Taser stun gun (ACLU 2005). Whilst some may claim that these deaths are still less than those that come about as a result of the use lethal weapons, this still does raise some issues about whether Taser stun guns should be used at all, and if so, should their use be restricted to certain individuals. There are also figures which show that at the end of 2004, the fatalities from Taser stun guns had increased and there is evidence to suggest these deaths are a result of the incorrect or overuse of the device (ACLU 2005). For instance, there was an incident in the US where a young man was stunned for up to 17 times by the Taser stun guns (ACLU 2005) and this is thought to have contributed to the individual's death. Such incidences have most likely to have been the cause of the public concerns about this device, as it seems that the use of the Taser stun gun device is contributing to deaths, instead of preventing them. In addition to this, the manufacturers of the Taser stun gun have denied any claims that their device has directly contributed to the deaths of any individuals (Driscoll 2003, ACLU 2005).
Despite these safety concerns, the appeal of the Taser stun gun to law enforcement agencies worldwide is appealing. For instance, law enforcement agencies in the UK, do not carry guns and the purchase and use of Taser stun guns is highly attractive as an alternative to considering lethal devices. In the US, law enforcement agencies already carry lethal devices and Taser stun guns are an attractive option to counter-act concerns regarding the deaths of innocent civilians caught in the cross-fire or in instances of mistaken identity. However, the concerns over the current use of Taser stun guns seem to be related to their application and over-use of the device. This has been acknowledged by the International Association of Chiefs of Policy (IACP) which has recommended the re-evaluation of Taser training and the establishment of policies (ACLU 2005), to minimise the deaths from the use of this device. This acknowledgement from the IACP does recognise that the use of t


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Baked Beef Ziti
- 12 ounce(s) uncooked ziti
- 2 teaspoon(s) olive oil
- 2 clove(s) garlic minced
- âNx93 pound(s) raw lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon(s) dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon(s) dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon(s) dried rosemary
- Â½ teaspoon(s) salt
- Â½ teaspoon(s) black pepper
- 28 ounce(s) canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup(s) part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 2. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- 3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add garlic and saute 2 minutes. Add beef and cook until browned, breaking up meat with a spoon as it cooks, about 3 to 5 minutes; drain off any fat and set pan back over medium heat.
- 4. Add oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper; stir to coat beef. Cook until herbs become fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5. Spoon a small amount of beef-tomato mixture into bottom of a 4-quart casserole dish; top with half of cooked ziti. Next, layer with half of remaining beef-tomato sauce and half of mozzarella cheese. Layer with remaining ziti and then top with remaining beef-tomato sauce; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- 6. Bake until cheese is golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Slice into 8 pieces and serve.
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New year – new records
In January 2017, positive trends of the previous year have continued: with a 100.1 mln t shipment (+6.7% as compared to January 2016) and a 203.2 bln t-km freight turnover (+11.2%) a new record has been set for this month.
When compared to January 2017, carriage of the following goods increased: coal (+9.9%) construction freight (+9.1%), ferrous metals (+7.3%), oil and oil products (+1.9%), fertilizers (+5%), timber products (+10.2%), grain (+18.8%), coke (+15.7%), cement (+1.6%), and scrap (+75.9%). Freight traffic of iron ore (-1.4%) and nonferrous ore (-3.4%) dropped.
Coal: record-breaking shipment throughout Russia’s entire history
Shipment of coal in January 2017 set a record the first time ever in Russian history and amounted to 31.4 mln t (+9.9% compared to last January).
This result was possible due to export volumes increased by more than 20% relative to the last year level. Almost all importing countries increased their purchase of Russian coal, with Japan (+20%), China (+25%), Ukraine (+20%), Great Britain (+10%), Germany (by 3.5 times) topping the list. Moreover, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced country’s suspending all imports of coal from Northern Korea till the end of the current year. In order to compensate for the lost volumes, supplies of Russian coal to China may rise.
The development of port infrastructure give rise to export growth. As early as in 2017 JSC Vostochny Port intends to implement the third stage of the marine terminal that will allow for exports of 39 mln t of coal in 2019. The implementation of the investment project in Vanino seaport with a view to increasing the capacity of the Vanino bulk terminal with the development of railway infrastructure will rise the productivity from 19 to 24 mln t in 2017.
The growing demand for Russian coal among Asia & Oceania countries combined with the development of port infrastructure in the RF facilitates further growth of the shipment of coal on the RZD network.
Oil and oil products: high quality diesel fuel in support of the freightage
In January 2017, the shipment of oil amounted to 31.4 mln t (+1.9% when compared to last January), at the same time the transportation of diesel fuel on the RZD network grew by 9%.
Among the enterprises having increased the hauling of diesel fuel Antipinsky Refinery, a part of New Stream group of companies, is in the lead. In 2016, the enterprise’s refining yield reached 98% with the quality of diesel fuel conforming to Auro-5 standard. In 2017, a complex unit for the production of high-octane gasolines for the release of Euro-5 standard gasolines is planned to be put into operation.
Despite positive dynamics in January, in the mid-run, railway transportation of oil and oil products is not expected to show significant improvements. The situation may improve in the long run with the growth of production of high-quality oil products.
Construction freights and cement: positive dynamics early this year
Shipment of construction freights in January 2017 amounted to 7.7 mln t (+9.1% compared to last January), of cement – 1.1 mln t (+1.6%).
Construction market has noticed positive trends despite of the completion of the mortgage state subsidy program scheduled for March, 2017. Experts believe that this fact will not significantly affect the market, since the current market rates have already approached 12 %. According to deputy head of the Ministry of Construction, Nikita Stasishin, the rate on housing lending may fall to its lowest level in history: less than 10%.
The construction industry will also gain support from development of road network in Russia. Toward the end of January, the RF Government distributed 8.3 bln rubles for the construction of roads to significant facilities in villages for production and processing of agricultural products in 54 regions. Small subsidies were allocated to Bashkorkostan (0.6 bln rubles), Tatarstan (0.6 bln. rubles), and Udmurtia (0.6 bkn rubles). The overall funding provided by the government to revamp roads amounted to 30 bln/ rubles this year.
85% of federal highways are planned to be brought to the normative condition. The share of compliant roads for the period from 2010 to 2016 rose from 39% to 71%.
The improvement of the quality of roads will concur with the the fare rise. Since the mid of April, the rate in “Platon” system must be doubled. Now, carriers will have to pay 3.06 rubles per kilometer driven on federal highways.
The aggregation of the above listed factors with the active preparation for the 2018 FIFA world cup underway (the costs for preparation have been increased by 19 bln rubles at the end of January), in the mid run, may lead to a smooth restoration of transit of construction materials.
Ferrous metals: export-destination switch to Turkey
Shipment of ferrous metals in January 2017 amounted to 5.9 mln t (+7.3% compared to last January).
The key countries having increased the imports of Russian metal products are Turkey (+25% when compared to January 2016), Taiwan (+10%), USA (by 1.5 times), whereas transportation to Italy edged down by 15%.
In the short term, the transit of ferrous metals may rise if the tendency of restoration of export cargo traffic continues.
Iron and manganese ore: anticipated decline
Shipment of ore in January 2017 stood at 8.8 mln t (-1.4% when compared to last January), and the fall was mainly due to the decline in exports to China (-65%). The cause of this decline lies in the growth of exports of rolled metal, thus the most part of ore was processed within the country.
In case of stable export cargo traffic of ferrous metal, this trend will stay around.
Timber Products: growth of haulage to China
Shipment of timber products in January 2017 amounted to 3.2 mln t (+10.2% relative to last January), mainly due to a 12% increase in export.
The most of supplies were shipped to China: in January 2017, a 20% export growth was seen when compared to previous year which is in line with the growth rate of 2016. Therewith, supplies comprise low-quality wood.
The situation may change in the spring of this year in the event the RF Government establishes duties and quotas for low-quality sawn wood, as well as the introduction of round timber and wood exchange trading.
Grain and milled grain products: transit growth obstructed by adverse weather conditions
Shipment of grain in January 2017 amounted to 1.6 mln t (+18.8% when compared to last January), at the same time the growth of transit was mainly due to the increase in exports (twice to Egypt, four times to Turkey, furthermore, exports to Syria has been launched).
However, export performance severely curtailed due to bad weather conditions in Novorossiysk port, which lead to Novorossiysk port terminals being off-duty 30% to 80% of the time.
A discounted tariff for export transportation of grain if certain volumes are ensured may have a positive effect on transportation. The possibility of the discount was announced by RZD at the end of February.
Chemical and mineral fertilizers: Ukrainian duties postponed
Shipment of fertilizers in January 2017 amounted to 4.9 mln t (+5% relative to last January), transportation growth was conditioned by a 7% increase in export, whereas domestic haulage grew by only 4%.
China (+15%), Ukraine (+45%), USA (almost twice) increased imports of Russian fertilizers.
In the middle of February, Ukraine postponed the introduction of anti-dumping duties on fertilizers from Russia. The Interdepartmental Commission for World Trade estimated that in order to ensure Ukraine's food supply security, "there is an urgent need to take measures to diversify the supply of fertilizers to Ukraine (from China, the Middle East countries, the United States and others)." With no duties in place, export freight traffic to Ukraine will keep on growing.
Rates will rise till April
The source of data on sale of the rolling stock and rent rates – the “Rolling Stock” magazine.
In January 2017, the sales of freight cars by CIS plants increased by 45% to 3,500 units by January of the previous year, mainly at the cost of new generation cars (1.8 thousand units). In comparison with the figures as of December 2016, the sales declined by one third, for most enterprises had a long holiday season in January.
The amount of discarded stock in January 2017 was expectedly reduced by half relative to last year's level and amounted to 2.8 thousand cars. At the same time, for the first time in two recent years, rolling stock production exceeded the number of write-offs.
Rolling stock commercially suitable for rail haulage stood at 984 ths units. As of the beginning of February nonoperational fleet comprised 82 ths units, idle fleet – 85 ths units. (a total of 10 thousand units of which are gondola cars).
In February, the cost of rent of gondola cars mounted on standard 18-100 bogie and its analogies rose to 1,100 rubles/day. Market players expect a further increase in rates up to 1 200 rubles/day as early as this April.
Leysana Korobeynikova, Senior Analyst


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A custom Ford F-150 Raptor pick-up truck inspired by the Xbox One X has been revealed at the 2017 SEMA custom car show.
Dubbed the Ford F-150 Raptor Xbox One X Edition, the modified pick-up's most obvious alteration is the green-and-black colourscheme adopted inside and out – complete with graphics and motifs to reference the console's Project Scorpio codename.
Mechanical additions are also featured on the Ford F-150 Raptor Xbox One X Edition. On top of the custom wheels, bumpers and green LED lighting, the custom Ford Raptor also boasts a Ford Performance exhaust system, a heavy duty intercooler, Alcon brakes and even a suspension lift kit.
Though the Ford F-150 Raptor Xbox One X Edition will remain a one-off in the real world, the custom truck will be introduced to Forza Motorsport 7. Details on how the vehicle will be distributed in Forza Motorsport 7 are yet to be disclosed, though it has been confirmed that Forza Motorsport 7 players will have access to the commemorative truck in-game sometime in early 2018.


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The Hunters ParadiseThis 3 bedroom 1 bath house is the perfect setup for the outdoor enthusiast. Can comfortable sleep 5 with a queen, two twins and one single. Brand new beds added spring of 2019 Also added a brand new furnace and air conditioner spring of 2019
Prairie OasisThis is a lovely, clean little home in peaceful scenic rural America. A very comfortable home with 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, a laundry room, and a pool table. Also a nice yard, large raspberry patch. The area is a must for birdwatchers. Chase lake and Arrowood National Wildlife Refuges are close by. It is also a very popular spot for waterfoul and upland game hunters. There is a cafe and bar in town. Groceries and other necessities can be obtained in Jamestown or Carrington both about 40 mi.
Greenhead Lodge of Robinson North DakotaRobinson is in the middle of the Prairie Pot Hole Region. Everyone knows Kidder County is a hunters dream in the middle of the Central Flyway. Did you know we have great upland bird hunting also? Did you know the fishing is amazing here? The lakes are filled with freshwater shrimp to sustain a game fish population. This makes for great fishing year round and the fish are fat. Giant Perch, Walleye and Northern Pike are all abundant here, whether you fish from a boat or over a hole in the ice

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The Top-10 most read, watched Jersey Shore News stories of 2020: #4
We are continuing our simultaneous countdowns of the Top-10 Most Read Jersey Shore News Stories and Most Watched Jersey Shore News Stories of 2020.
Here is the 4th most read article followed by the 4th most watched video on our social media platforms of Facebook and YouTube across 92.7 WOBM, 94.3ThePoint, 105.7TheHawk, the new Beach 104.1 FM and the Shore Sports Network.
4th Most Read Article...Ocean County Towns begin opening beaches for the summer. (34,059 page views), Story Date: May 7, 2020.
Even though there was a pandemic this year, the normal preparations for opening beaches and boardwalks were still in the mix, so it makes this countdown list.
While restrictions were gradually being lifted at this point during the pandemic, towns across Ocean County were determining the best and safest ways to open up beaches and boardwalks.
In Point Pleasant Beach, Mayor Paul Kanitra told 9.27 WOBM that his plans were to open their Maryland Avenue beach and the beach associations coming north from there on May 15 at which point they would discuss the opening of short term vacation rentals and add in parking restrictions as they won't have Class 1 and 2 police officers until after Memorial Day so resources will be limited.
Kanitra's hope was to open all the beaches by the 4th of July weekend for residents and tourists with safety being a top priority during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
In Toms River, which includes the section of Ortley Beach, Mayor Maurice "Mo" Hill told 92.7 WOBM News at that point they planned to open up their beach that Saturday for residents but will wait for the neighboring towns to open their boardwalks and then follow suit.
Hill said he was confident that residents would abide by social distancing regulations on the beach.
Lavallette and Seaside Park opened up their beaches at that point while Bay Head was discussing their approach with neighboring Point Pleasant Beach and Mantoloking. Seaside Heights remained closed at that point and Harvey Cedars was open.
Brick Mayor John Ducey announced that week that Brick Beach I, Brick Beach II and Brick Beach III are open but the parking lot for BB III is closed due to a previously scheduled project.
4th Most Watched Video...Ask The Chief with Barnegat Police Chief Keith Germain. (6,724 Video Views), Show Date: January 24, 2020.
On the third episode of Townsquare Media Jersey Shore News' 'Ask The Chief' Barnegat Police Chief Keith Germain joined us following a rumored threat inside of the Brackman Middle School in January of 2020 to discuss that incident as well as addressing social media rumors and why police only disclose certain information at a time.
Our 'Ask The Chief' show is special digital video series you can watch on our website, Facebook page and FREE Mobile App and it's where Police Chiefs from Monmouth and Ocean Counties join me for a discussion on current events, safety procedures, community programs, the state of police in today's society and much more.
Check back here on our website and app for #3 in our countdown of the Top-10 Most Read Jersey Shore News Articles and Most Watched Jersey Shore News Videos of 2020.
10th Most Read Article....Where Are They Now: A Football Story About Nico And Mario Steriti.
10th Most Watched Video: Ocean County Sheriff's Office Detective Phil Sickinger Battling ALS.
9th Most Read Article...Whiting man stole $5,000 worth of Power Tools at Brick Home Depot.
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Eau Claire, Wisconsin, January 16, 2019 – MidWest WeirdFest announces its first programming wave for 2019 today. The third annual festival – a cinematic celebration of all things fantastic, frightening, offbeat, and just plain weird – takes place March 8-10, 2019 at the Micon Downtown Cinema in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
“This year’s fest line-up is set to delight fans of cutting edge horror, sci-fi, underground, and documentary cinema”, says festival founder and programming director Dean Bertram. “We’ve put together a heady and eclectic mix of speculative genre offerings, underground strangeness, and paranormal revelations: From a psychedelic Manson Family reimagining and a post-apocalyptic dance-off epic, through tales about a reanimated electrokinetic teenager, haunted stoners, and inept buddy superheroes, to a bonkers lake monster adventure and the most in-depth Bigfoot documentary ever produced. And that’s just from MidWest WeirdFest’s first programming wave of 2019!”
Discounted festival passes are now on sale at: www.midwestweirdfest.com. Individual tickets to each film will go on sale closer to the festival; both on the fest’s website, and directly from the Micon Downtown Cinema in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
Full program details and filmmaker guests will be revealed in February.
The first seven feature films announced follow:
FP 2: BEATS OF RAGE (director: Jason Trost) Despite hanging up his boots following the events of the cult classic “THE FP”, JTRO must return to the blood sport of Beat-Beat Revelation one last time. JTRO and KCDC – his mystical hype man – will quest deep into The Wastes, a land decimated by the Beat Wars, to compete in the ancient Beat-Beat tournament, called “Beats of Rage”, face AK-47, and, hopefully, save the world. Imagine a MAD MAX style future, where battles to the death are fought via the video game Dance Dance Revolution, and you might have an inkling of the crazy and hilarious post-apocalyptic world of THE FP.
THE INVISIBLE MOTHER (directors: Matthew Diebler and Jacob Gillman) When lesbian stoner Marcy returns to her grandparents’ home to help care for her mentally declining grandmother, she discovers they are being terrorized by a malevolent force from a Victorian post-mortem photograph. THE INVISBLE MOTHER is a giallo-styled, terrifying descent into supernatural terror.
LAKE MICHIGAN MONSTER (director: Ryland Tews) The eccentric Captain Seafield hires a crew of specialists to help him plot revenge against the creature that killed his father. After several failed attempts, Seafield is forced to take matters into his own drunken hands. What began as a simple case of man verses beast, soon turns into a rabbit hole of mysterious unknowns and Lovecraftian hijinks. LAKE MICHIGAN MONSTER — banned in four lakes!
THE LAST OF THE MANSON GIRLS (director: Lonnie Martin) Convinced there’s more to the Manson murders than meets the public eye, counterculture journalist Paul Krassner embarks on an LSD tinged investigation of the last of Manson’s disciples: Brenda McCann, Sandra Good, and Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme. What he finds could change how the world sees the 60s… if he lives long enough to tell the story. A riveting, speculative, and psychedelic journey into one of the darkest byways of 1960s Americana.
ON THE TRAIL OF BIGFOOT (director: Seth Breedlove) From Small Town Monsters, and MidWest WeirdFest alumni filmmaker Seth Breedlove (THE MOTHAN OF POINT PLEASANT, THE BRAY ROAD BEAST), comes this enthralling documentary examining the history of the Bigfoot phenomenon. ON THE TRAIL OF BIGFOOT was filmed coast to coast during 2018 and features witnesses and investigators of the elusive creature. Prepare to go deeper into the Bigfoot subject than you’ve ever gone before.
REBORN (director: Julian Richards) A stillborn baby girl is brought back to life by a morgue attendant using electrokinetic power. On her sixteenth birthday she escapes her captor and sets out to find her birth mother leaving a trail of destruction behind her. Don’t miss this stunning modern twist on 70s and 80s horror classics like CARRIE, FIRESTARTER, and THE FURY. Stars genre legends Barbara Crampton (RE-ANIMATOR, BEYOND THE GATES) and Michael Parle (STREETS OF FIRE, THE PHILADELPHIA EXPERIMENT).
ZEROES (director: Charles Smith) After leaving a Halloween party dressed as ninjas, Kenneth and Ray – two drunken roommates – thwart a robbery and their heroics go viral. No litterer or public urinator is safe until an actual serial killer begins to ravage the city. Our inept crime-fighting duo, with the help of the enigmatic and insanely wealthy Gary, must catch the killer before Kenneth’s crush Kate becomes the next target. Hilarity abounds in this superhero spoof.
For more details visit the festival’s website: www.midwestweirdfest.com


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Guys, do you remember that song "As I Lay Me Down" by 90's songstress Sophie B. Hawkins? Do recall the heart-rending first lyrics of that song? Here is a hint, and by hint, I mean the whole first line of the song:
"It felt like springtime on that February morning."
WELL, what is today? ANSWER: February 1st, muh'fuckas! Today is the first time you could possibly make the aforementioned claim! SO--put on that song, open the windows, feel the spring-ish breeze (honestly, here in NYC, it's quite balmy...) and sing along with Sophie. Tom and Caitlin and I just did it! It was the best!
All credit for this brilliant holiday goes to one Grace Parra--genius, pioneer, and sometime bootlegger. (That is, she wears boots on her legs.) Ms. Parra ignited the torch for Sophie B. Hakwins Day several years ago and continues to carry it proudly to this day.
On an unrelated note, Sophie B. Hawkins Day sounds like Sadie Hawkins Dance. What is that?


Google at present has two apps for video and audio calls, Meet and Duo, however quickly the corporate will mix them into a brand new Google Meet software.
Google confirmed right now that its two apps for video and audio calls, Meet and Duo, shall be merged right into a single service. Though the brand new mixed app will maintain the Google Meet identify, the cellular apps shall be an replace to the present Duo app — the present Meet app will finally be renamed to ‘Meet Authentic’ after which discontinued. Dialog historical past, contacts, and messages shall be retained all through the transition.
“Within the coming weeks,” Google mentioned in a weblog publish, “we’re including all of the Google Meet options to the Duo app, so customers can simply schedule a video assembly at a time that works for everybody, or proceed utilizing video calling to immediately join with an individual or group. Later this 12 months, we’ll rename the Duo app to Google Meet, our single video communications service throughout Google that’s accessible to everybody at no-cost.”
Google used to have a single video and audio service for each enterprise clients and common folks, generally known as Google Hangouts. Nevertheless, the corporate launched two new apps in 2016 that aimed to exchange Hangouts for normal folks: Allo (for textual content messaging) and Duo (for calls). Hangouts was promptly break up into two new products aimed at organizations, known as Hangouts Chat (much like Slack or Microsoft Groups) and Hangouts Meet (for calls). In 2018, Google started shutting down Allo and began shifting its options to Messages (the default SMS app on Android), whereas Hangouts remained an enterprise product.
The COVID-19 pandemic, and the recognition round Zoom, brought on the road between Google Meet and Duo to blur. Google opened up Meet to anyone with a Google account, as an alternative of limiting it to paying clients, whereas Duo steadily increased the maximum number of participants who could possibly be on the identical video name.
With a lot overlap between Duo and Meet, it is smart that the 2 providers are merging. That doesn’t make the method any much less complicated, although, particularly as Google remains to be flip-flopping on the right way to deal with its messaging providers. Six years after Hangouts was break up into a number of providers, we’re again to a single app. “All of this has happened before, but the question remains, does all of this have to happen again?”


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Today in “everything supremely terrible you want to arrange online involves an undercover cop”: Legendary NYC radio host Dave Herman, the WNEW-FM (102.7 FM) disc jockey known for on-air visits from Bruce Springsteen and John Lennon, was arrested yesterday in a pedophilia sting. Herman arrived at La Guardia Airport thinking he was flying a willing mother and her young daughter “Lexi” to his home in St. Croix for sex with the child, but he’d actually been chatting with a Homeland Security agent since November 2012. “I find girls that age incredibly sexy, soft, and their innocence is also a huge turn-on for me,” the 77-year-old told the woman, using the screen name “david121482,” according to the complaint. “Age 6 is the perfect time to start her being loved that way.” Herman faces a minimum of ten years to life in prison if convicted.
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Kelly Clarkson will be playing a special concert for the students of Wilson Central High School this spring.
Wilson Central won the concert through State Farm’s Celebrate My Drive contest, which put the schools in charge of collecting commitments for safe drivers. Wilson Central was the top vote getter in the large school category, and will receive $100,000 grant as well.
“State Farm is proud of Wilson Central High School’s efforts to generate excitement among students, faculty and the entire community to make safe driving commitments and have positive conversations about teen driver safety,” said State Farm Agent Jeff Gannon. “Our goal is to celebrate the joy of getting a license and encourage young people to be safe on the road.”
Mt. Juliet High School also performed well in the contest, and came away with a $25,000 grant.
Both schools were awarded checks at pep rallies Friday.
Gannon was unsure of the date for the Clarkson concert, but it should be in the spring.


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As Karen Armstrong has noted, the desire for the Rapture is the ultimate example of "revenge" religion: According to Rapture-ites, when the People of God disappear, the damned will know that they are damned. And the chosen will look down on the Earth and watch their destruction. Pretty gloomy stuff. And don't forget that the Reverend Pat said he prayed to God to direct hurricane Ophelia away from Virginia. I'm sure they appreciated that in North Carolina!
US rally shows support for ex-Marine held by Iran on spying charges (AP)
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CNBC just rolled out a subscription service for their readers.. they're calling it CNBC Pro.
They give you stock picks, analysis, videos and more.
Does this service deliver or is it a scam?
You'll get an answer to that in this review.
Below you'll get an inside look into what you actually get and whether I think it'll help you make money.
Let's get started!
CNBC Pro Summary
Price to join: $299 per year or $29 per month
Do I recommend? No.
Overall rating: 2.5/5
CNBC is stock entertainment and is closer to the WWE than some sort of serious financial network.
They've been wrong so many times in the past and have scammers on their network regularly - and hire world class buffoons like Jim Cramer.
The Pro service is nothing special (although I like the stock screener).
This product is mostly short articles that cover different sectors and stocks.
Additionally, it dissects what analysts and pro investors are saying.
You can find these insights in other places for completely free, though.
There's no model portfolio to copy or anything like that either.
Plenty of alternative services will give you market news, stock picks and a model portfolio to copy all for the same price.
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You Won't Get The Truth From Corporate News
Before we get into what CNBC Pro is offering let's talk about just what CNBC is.
CNBC is owned by Comcast and reports on financial and business news.
At its core it's deeply corporate.
I don't know if you've been sleeping under a rock these last 6 or so years but there's something seriously wrong with the corporate media in our country.
More and more people are realizing the media complex in America isn't there to inform or report the truth.
It's simply narrative control.
Poll after poll show Americans simply no longer trust the news:
In Gallup's latest polling on American trust in the news more people have no trust in the media than trust the media:
The lies of the corporate press are too many to number in my lifetime.
The financial news networks are no different.
They're not there to inform you and help you make wise investing decisions.
CNBC and others like it are there to entertain and control narratives.
There's no need to pay to get CNBC's advice on the markets.
There might be some good insights and some good articles here and there.
But I, like most Americans, simply don't trust them.
They'll happily go along with a big con if the higher ups tell them to.
CNBC Employs Clown Jim Cramer
Jim Cramer is the most popular person over at CNBC.
And that's all you really need to know about CNBC and whether they're trustworthy or not.
I mean look at the guy..
There's a running joke on Twitter to just do that opposite of what Cramer recommends and you'll make money.
Jim clearly gets people to tune in because he's buffoonish and people find him entertaining.. but no legitimate financial network would employ this person.
For example, here's Jim Cramer screaming to keep your money in Bear Stearns 6 days before its collapse:
This should have be enough to have Cramer thrown out of the industry for good.
But the truth is Jim was doing what the higher ups at Comcast wanted him to do.
Look at who owns the most Comcast stock:
- JP Morgan (who ended up buying Bear Stearns)
And other investing banks and capital management firms.
This is why Cramer was rewarded instead of being punished for what he did during the collapse of Bear Stearns.
I simply can't recommend a service that has so many Wall Street banks invested in it.
You'll never get the truth from people like this.
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Here's What You Get
CNBC Pro is premium articles that are broken into various categories:
Here's a breakdown of each section.
Analyst Stock Picks
The Analyst Stock Picks sections looks at what top banks and analysts are saying about the market and individual stocks.
For example, in an article today there was a roundup of stocks that analysts were commenting on from Foot Locker to Hasbro to Snapchat:
Each section has a link to an article that explores the analyst's decision more in depth.
For example, here's the article detailing Funko:
In this article you'll read what the analyst has to say about the company and why they're making the call they're making.
Additionally, you get an "Analyst Consensus" graphic showing the sentiments of what other top analysts are predicting:
Investing Trends looks at different sectors and gives you ideas on how to benefit from them.
For example, you might get an article that covers the lithium market or nuclear market.
This article looks at a film from Oliver Stone that covers nuclear and then the article gives you some stocks that have to do with nuclear:
Pro Stock Picks
The next section looks at what different well known stock pickers and fund managers are saying about stocks and trends.
For example, today was a very Cathie Wood heavy day:
This section is very similar to the analyst stock picks section.
This looks at what well known investors and investment banks are saying about the market, stocks and sectors:
The Pro Talks section is interviews with different fund managers, traders and stock pickers.
It seems you get a new video every once in a while:
Along with an archive of talks there's also a livestream with talks.
Archive Of Jim Cramer Shows
Along with your membership you get access to full episodes of Mad Money and Fast Money.
I already explained my feelings about Jim earlier.
I don't think you should take anything he says as honest analysis and simply regard him as an entertainer.
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CNBC Pro FAQ's
Still have some questions about CNBC Pro?
Here's answers to any remaining questions you might have:
1) How Much Does CNBC Pro Cost?
There's two costs.
You either pay yearly and get the service for $299 or you pay monthly and it costs $32 per month after taxes.
If this came with a model portfolio it would be more reasonable.
But it borders on being a little too pricey.
2) Is There A Refund Policy?
There's no refunds.
If you get the yearly subscription you get to try the service for 7 days before you're billed.
If you don't like it you can cancel before getting billed.
There's no refunds for the monthly subscription.
3) What Is This Service Missing?
I think it's just too broad.
There's a million blogs, websites and TV channels that cover all the topics you'd find in CNBC Pro.
It's mainly just covering stock news and analyst picks.
There's no specific model portfolio to track or copy.
I just don't think you really need to be paying for these insights.
4) Do You Recommend CNBC Pro?
I just don't think you're getting enough for your subscription.
Maybe if they cut the cost by 70% I could recommend it.
There's some interesting articles and the stock screener is pretty cool.
But all that stuff can be found elsewhere for much less.
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CNBC Pro Pros And Cons
So that's the end of my review of CNBC Pro.
At the end it just comes down to whether you trust CNBC and Comcast at this point.
I mean most of the articles are fine and you're not being tricked.
But I simply don't trust ANY corporate news anymore (like most Americans).
I just feel like you're going to get conned at some point by CNBC.. like being told to keep your money in Bear Stearns right before it completely collapses.
That goes beyond just being wrong - that seems intentional to me.
Add in the fact the service is pricey and I just don't think you should bother.
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Today it's time to hop in the cockpit for a test flight of Rigid Force Alpha.
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Tuesday, May 15th, 2018
Game and special drum controller launch in Japan this July.
Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017
New content to extend this game's life!
Thursday, May 18th, 2017
Splatoon 2 comes out ink-blazing with a new single player trailer.
Tuesday, May 16th, 2017
ARMS news incoming tomorrow!
Friday, January 13th, 2017
Inkopolis has changed since the last time you splatted.
Tuesday, December 20th, 2016
Coming next Summer.
Thursday, November 17th, 2016
Nintendo rumored to be prepping a launch with their best and brightest.
Tuesday, October 25th, 2016
More reason to get excited for the weekend.
Thursday, October 20th, 2016
It sure is portable!
Wednesday, September 7th, 2016
Who will win a NX?
Tuesday, July 19th, 2016
Squids can sing and dance too!
Saturday, July 9th, 2016
100 amiibo and counting.
Friday, June 10th, 2016
The Game Awards will return in 2016.
Wednesday, June 1st, 2016
Callie and Marie are headed to Europe!
Saturday, May 28th, 2016
Over 4 million kids and squids around the world.
Saturday, May 14th, 2016
For fashionable kids and squids.
Thursday, April 7th, 2016
The arsenal of everyone's favorite squid kids is getting even bigger.
Thursday, February 11th, 2016
Pokémon X Splatoon Splatfest Coming next week.
Sunday, February 7th, 2016
Here we go. It's the final day of the 2015 oprainfall Gaming Awards. That means that we celebrate the best of each console as well as name o
Friday, February 5th, 2016
It's Day 2 of the oprainfall Gaming Awards. Time to decide who had the best aesthetics.


“Tap Dance” features an off the wall Chance.
Tag Archives: Chance The Rapper
A strong Chicago collab about comin out of the streets — the “Fight or Flight (Remix)”.
Watch the full 75-minute set from Chance featuring R. Kelly and Vic Mensa.
In a Chicago-dedicated headline performance, Chance brings out R. Kelly to close Day 3.
ft. Wyclef Jean, Francis & The Lights, Jessie Ware, Elle Varner, Eryn Allen Kane, The O’my’s, Peter Cottontale, Donnie Trumpet.
Chance’s brief new 1 minute clip promoting Lolla August 3rd.
The sudden drop of 6 new tracks with a feature by Chance The Rapper.
Chance The Rapper cameos in Vic’s new party time visual.
The third and final part of the series focuses on three South Side regions.
Treated Crew’s Sulaiman enlists a core group of his close friends on his latest project that was written between 2012-13.
A cool behind the scenes look at the ‘Convertibles’ standout also with Donnie Trumpet.
Troy Ave, Lil Bibby, Jarren Benton and Jon Connor conclude the XXL Roundtable.
Features Chance The Rapper, Vic Mensa, Kevin Gates, Isaiah Rashad and August Alsina.
Gambino hints at a collab EP in the future with Chance The Rapper.
Chance finally spits a verse for his feature on Gambino’s “The Worst Guys” as the 2 performed live in NYC.