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The way a neighborhood looks and feels when you walk or drive around it, from
its setting, its buildings, and its flavor, can make all the difference. This
neighborhood has some really cool things about the way it looks and feels as
revealed by NeighborhoodScout's exclusive research. This might include anything
from the housing stock to the types of households living here to how people
Notable & Unique: People
Of note is NeighborhoodScout's research finding that the
Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood has some of the lowest rates of children
living in poverty of any neighborhood in the United States. In a nation
where approximately 1 in 4 children are living in poverty, the
Duboce Ave / Sanchez St community truly stands out from the rest in this regard.
In addition, the first thing that you'll notice if you moved to this neighborhood is
that an astounding 5.2% of the households are same sex couples.
According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis, this is a higher proportion of
same sex households than in 99.7% of the neighborhoods in
America. This is one indicator that this neighborhood is likely a gay-friendly
neighborhood. So if you are looking for such a neighborhood, the
Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood should definitely be on your list of places to
Also, if you're a regular supporter of the arts and enjoy outings to the
theatre, weekend boutique-ing, or even a finely aged wine with dinner,
than you're in good company with the people of the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St
neighborhood. This neighborhood is uniquely immersed with more "urban
sophisticates" than 97.6% of neighborhoods across the
country. The people here truly stand out as a class among their own.
They are an exclusive community characterized by refined tastes,
cultural inclinations, and the means to live well. Urban sophisticates
live a big city lifestyle, whether or not they live in or near a big
city. They are educated executives or managers by week, and serial
patrons of the arts by weekend. If this lifestyle pertains to you,
than you'll certainly feel right at home in the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St
In addition to being an excellent choice for urban sophisticates, this
neighborhood is also a very good choice for young, single professionals.
Finally, do you like to read, write, and learn? Are you curious about the world? If
so, this neighborhood may be a good fit for you. NeighborhoodScout's research
revealed that a full 67.8% of the adults living in the
Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood have earned at least a bachelor's
degree. This is a higher rate than NeighborhoodScout found in 95.6%
of U.S. neighborhoods. In this way, this neighborhood truly stands out.
Notable & Unique: Modes of Transportation
If your dream is to be able to ride your bike to work each day, look no
further than this unique neighborhood. With 7.9% of residents in
the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood commuting on a bicycle to and
from work daily, this neighborhood has more bicycle commuters than
98.9% of all neighborhoods in the U.S., according to
NeighborhoodScout's exclusive analysis.
Also, our research revealed that more commuters here take the bus to work
(22.8% ride the bus) than 97.7% of all American
neighborhoods. If you like the idea of leaving your car and home and
hopping the bus to work, this might be a good neighborhood for you to
Finally, in the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood, 29.1% of people
ride the train to work each day. This is a very high percentage compared
to most places. In fact, NeighborhoodScout's analysis reveals that this
is a higher level of train ridership than in 97.4% of the
neighborhoods in America.
Notable & Unique: Real Estate
If you like crowded places, then you will probably enjoy the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood. According to NeighborhoodScout's exclusive data analysis, this neighborhood is more densely populated than 96.4% of neighborhoods in the U.S., with 25,742 people per square mile living here. Being a walkable neighborhood can help increase property values for the simple reason that people enjoy it and value it. To put it plainly, despite our love affair with the automobile, American's enjoy taking to the streets, sidewalks, paths, and courtyards of a place to get a coffee, relax, and take in the sights and sounds. And, according to NeighborhoodScout's exclusive and first quantitative walkable score index, the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in America.
In addition, three-deckers, duplexes, old Victorian homes cut up into apartments. Independent stores on the corner selling pizza. These are some of the hallmarks of neighborhoods with lots of small 2, 3, and 4 unit apartment buildings. The Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood really stands out in this regard, however, as it is dominated by such small apartment buildings more than nearly any other neighborhood in America. This is a stunning visual and lifestyle example of this type of neighborhood. In fact, 49.8% of the real estate here are small 2, 3, or 4 unit apartment buildings, which is a higher proportion than found in 97.9% of America's neighborhoods.
Furthermore, the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood is very unique in that it has one of the highest proportions of one, two, or no bedroom real estate of any neighborhood in America. Most neighborhoods have a mixture of home or apartment sizes from small to large, but here the concentration of studios and other small living spaces is at near-record heights. With 84.4% of the real estate here of this small size, this most assuredly is a notable feature that makes this neighborhood unique, along with just a handful of other neighborhoods in the U.S. that share this characteristic.
Also of note, if you find historic homes and neighborhoods attractive, you love the details, the history, and the charm, then you are sure to be interested in this neighborhood. With 67.6% of the residential real estate in the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood built no later than 1939, and some built considerably earlier, this neighborhood has a greater concentration of historic residences than 97.3% of all neighborhoods in America. In this regard, this neighborhood truly stands out as special.
Notable & Unique: Diversity
Did you know that the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood has more
Canadian ancestry people living in it than nearly
any neighborhood in America? It's true! In fact, 1.7% of
this neighborhood's residents have Canadian ancestry.
Duboce Ave / Sanchez St is also pretty special linguistically. Significantly, 1.8% of its residents five years old and above primarily
speak Japanese at home. While this may seem like a small percentage, it is higher
than 98.4% of the neighborhoods in America.
Notable & Unique: Car Ownership
American households most often have a car, and regularly they have two or
three. But households in the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood buck
31.6% of the households in this neighborhood don't own a car at
all. This is more carless households than NeighborhoodScout found in
97.0% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Notable & Unique: Occupations
Executives, managers and professionals make up 66.6% of the workforce
in the Duboce Ave / Sanchez St neighborhood which, according to
NeighborhoodScout's exclusive analysis, is a higher proportion of such
high-level people than is found in 96.8% of the neighborhoods
in America. For this reason, this neighborhood really stands out as unique.

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It has been almost 1 year since we have left our first dance home, a magical place where FNBlues was born.
Sparks- a perfect place for blossoming creativity. The home of many epic adventures, love stories, and mishaps. A tiny little studio in the back of a tile shop, with an uneven wooden floor and the night sky painted in Elmer’s glue sparkles. It was dirty. Leaks sprung up everywhere, the bathroom in the hallway almost always broke, and the back room was full of the most random things from all sorts of people. It was home for a long time.
One of my favorite things about New York City is that it is never stagnant. Everything evolves, the clock never stops turning.
The past and the future always inform the present. It is good to live, it is good to remember, and it is good to look forward. As one of my favorite professors always said
“These ARE the good old days.”
Here are some pictures from the last night at Sparks, taken with my phone. These are for our hearts & memories, with the hope that memories will make our futures ever brighter.

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I've read the Priestley and Santoro biographies of Charles Mingus and loved them both for their detail. I had tried in vain to find an equivalent biography of Thelonious Monk, then this book appeared.
No need to say much: this book tells the story of Thelonious's life beginning with his immediate ancestors. Everything's here and, if you want to know who he gigged with and when, or who he recorded with and when, this is the book for you. You'll also find a good account of his family life and enough anecdotes to give a rounded picture of Thelonious Monk as a person.
I would say this book is an unqualified success. If you love Thelonious Monk like I do, I don't think you'll be able to fault this book.

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Well, the results for our little shootout are in, and they are a bit of a surprise. This first post will concentrate solely on the accuracy of the North American Arms magnum-framed revolvers; ballistics tests are next.
A lot of people have made comments about the accuracy, or lack thereof, of NAA revolvers. I wanted to see if these guns are limited in accuracy by their design or by their human operator. After having shot more than 1000 rounds through my guns, I was inclined to lean toward the latter argument. It takes practice with any gun to become proficient enough to hit a target consistently.
For this test I placed my targets, marked with one inch squares, 10 feet from the bench. At the bench, I placed a vise to hold each gun in the exact position every time. A level was used between each shot to ensure the barrel was perfectly level.
For every gun, I shot five targets with five rounds each for a total of 25 shots from each gun. Once finished, I measured the largest distance between shots in each group. These were added together and divided by five to get an average group size for each gun.
The bullets used for the test were Federal .22 long rifle copper-plated hollow points from a bulk pack. The Black Widow was the only exception. Lacking a long rifle cylinder, I used Winchester Super X .22 magnum rounds for it.
I'll list the guns in sequence from the tightest to the largest group size:
First up is the 1-1/8 inch Mini Magnum. This gun was a surprise. At .8125 inches, It had the smallest groups of all five guns tested. In fact, the average group is smaller than a quarter! Here's a shot of one group:
The Black Widow came in pretty close behind the 1-1/8 inch Mini Magnum. Because it was shooting magnum loads, I don't know how that affected its accuracy, but it still performed well with sub one inch groups. With an average dispersion of .925 inches, the Black Widow is quite the little shooter:
Right in the middle of the pack, the 1-5/8 inch Mini Magnum shot a .9625 inch average group. I've shot this gun more than any of the other mini revolvers, and that grouping is not a surprise in the least. I've been able to hit dominoes from almost 20 feet away pretty consistently with it:
If you are wondering where the Mini Master stacks up, you'll have to wait a bit. That's because the Pug is next in line. With an average .9875 inch grouping, the pug is very close in performance to both the Black Widow and the 1-5/8 inch Mini Magnum. That's incredible when you consider it only has a one inch barrel!
The Mini Master surprised me most of all. With its four-inch barrel, I expected it to outperform all of the other guns. Obviously, that is not the case. In fact, with a 1.45 inch average group size, the Mini Master lagged pretty far behind the other guns, but my theory is that I'll need to try different types of ammunition with this gun. Because of its longer barrel, the harmonics of each ammunition type come into play, and it's quite possible I'll find a bullet that comes out of that gun tack straight every time.
Overall, I think this test proves that these guns are tack drivers at close range. Even the Mini Master has the ability to hit all five shots into an eyeball-sized target if handled correctly. I'd make a wager that anyone performing this test on any of the NAA mini revolvers would find similar results.
Because of their small size, mini revolvers do present some challenges to people use to larger guns, but those challenges are easily overcome once the nuances of the guns are learned. With a short sight radius, or distance between the front and rear sights, it's much easier to mess up their aim. Just don't go blaming the gun the next time you miss that pie tin!
The next time you are in a forum and someone mentions the terrible accuracy of these guns, just point them here. You can't dispute the facts!
P.S. A lot of people have mentioned that the accuracy comes down to the shooter... I think that's pretty clear from the above post, but my philosophy is practice practice practice. A Colt 1911 will do you no good if you don't practice with it. Neither will a perfectly tuned rifle.


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Helnan Marina Sharm is a 5-story hotel in a market area of Sharm el-Sheikh at a close proximity to Ras Mohammed National Park, Ghibli Raceway and Nabq Bay offering luxury rooms with traditional décor. This attractive hotel dates from 1990 and was refurbished in 2002.
Featuring magnificent location, the hotel puts guests in the middle of Sharm el-Sheikh. The city center lies within 7 km from the venue.
Direct access to the sandy beach and parks and a national park is provided.
Ophira International airport can be reached in 15 minutes by car from Helnan Marina Sharm Hotel.
Rooms at Helnan Marina Sharm Hotel feature modern touches such as television with satellite channels, music system, a private balcony, a living area and climate control. Some of the guestrooms have a panoramic view of the Red Sea and Naama Bay. For more comfort a shower, towels and a hairdryer are provided.
Eat & Drink
Breakfast is served in the dining area each morning. The authentic restaurant serves delicious local meals. There is an onsite Lobby bar to relax in.
Helnan Marina Sharm Hotel also offers boats and cars for rent.
Guests will enjoy live music and live performances arranged at the hotel. On-site activities feature canoeing, table tennis and boating.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
No parking available.

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In 10mm and 12mm panels, at the top end of the range, the CLIC system is milled with correspondingly larger dimensions. This makes these elements stronger and extends their useful life. As they are thicker, more material meshes and the joint is stabilised. This is especially noticeable when installing the flooring: the panels are easier to click into place. Professional installers and DIY enthusiasts alike appreciate this clever detail.
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Fanna Inna Abdul Rahman
University of Maiduguri, Nigeria
Posters & Accepted Abstracts: Chem Sci J
Piliostigma thonningii (Schumach) Milne-Redhead belongs to the family of plants known as Leguminosae. It is a plant used for medicinal purposes in many African countries. This investigation was carried out to determine the possible bioactive components of ethanol leaf extract using gas chromatography-mass spectroscopic analysis. Fifteen (15) bioactive components were identified. These prominent compounds from the ethanol leaf extract of Piliostigma thonningii were, 2,3-propanetriol monoacetate (3.58 %), 5-Hydroxymethyl-2- furancarboxaldehyde (7.72%), 4,4-ethylenedioxy-2-pentanone (3.23%), ethoxy-6-methyl-2- cyclohexane (2.52%), methyl hexofuranoside (1.42 %), Hexadecanoic acid (1.18%), nonadecanoic acid (2.77%), 13-hexloxacyclotridec-10-en-2- one (6.13%), linolelaidic acid, 11-octadecenoic acid (1.57%), methyl ester, octadecanoic acid (3.40 %), stearic acid (1.79%), 1-nonadecanol (47.34%), β-monoglyceride- palmitic acid (2.38%), 2-methyl-z,z- 3,13-octadecadienol (10.25%). The presence of the bioactive chemical components in the leaf of Piliostigma thonningii may justify the folkloric use of leaves by local people for the treatment of various ailments. Isolation of each chemical component could provide a lead to the establishment of a novel drug.
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Chemical Sciences Journal received 748 citations as per Google Scholar report

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Genuine leather dog collars are a popular choice among pet owners who prioritize both style and durability for their furry companions. Made from authentic animal hide, these collars offer a unique combination of strength and comfort. As a natural material, genuine leather provides several unique features that make it an ideal material for dog collars. For instance, it is known for its resistance to wear and tear, ensuring that the collar will withstand the rough and playful antics of dogs of all sizes. Additionally, genuine leather dog collars develop a beautiful patina over time, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.
Moving forward, this article will delve into the key takeaways related to genuine leather dog collars. We will explore the different types of leather used in crafting these collars, such as full-grain leather and top-grain leather, and discuss their individual benefits. Furthermore, we will highlight the importance of proper maintenance and care to extend the longevity of these collars. Lastly, we will touch upon the various design options available, including decorative studs, engravings, and personalized tags, which allow pet owners to add a touch of individuality to their furry companion’s collar. Stay tuned to discover everything you need to know about genuine leather dog collars and how they can enrich both your pet’s fashion statement and their overall well-being.
1. Genuine leather dog collars are not only stylish but also durable and long-lasting, making them a great investment for dog owners.
2. The high-quality leather used in these collars is both comfortable and safe for dogs, minimizing the risk of irritation or allergies.
3. It’s essential to consider the proper sizing when purchasing a leather dog collar to ensure a secure and comfortable fit for your furry friend.
4. Leather dog collars come in a variety of designs and colors, allowing dog owners to choose a collar that reflects their pet’s personality.
5. Regular cleaning and conditioning are necessary to maintain the appearance and durability of a genuine leather dog collar, ensuring its longevity.
What makes a genuine leather dog collar?
A genuine leather dog collar is made from authentic animal hide, typically sourced from cows. The use of real leather ensures durability and strength, making it perfect for active dogs. Genuine leather collars are known for their natural and classic appearance, as well as their ability to withstand wear and tear. The leather is usually treated and processed to enhance its durability and resistance to water, allowing it to stay in a good condition even when exposed to various elements. Additionally, genuine leather dog collars often feature high-quality hardware such as sturdy buckles and D-rings, ensuring they can securely hold your dog’s ID tags and leash.
Types of Genuine Leather
There are different types of genuine leather used for dog collars, each with its own characteristics and benefits.
– Full-grain leather: This type is made from the entire grain layer, providing maximum strength and durability. It showcases natural imperfections and patterns, giving each collar a unique look.
– Top-grain leather: This leather is sanded and treated to remove any imperfections, resulting in a smoother and more refined appearance. It maintains good strength while offering a more consistent texture.
– Split leather: Derived from the fibrous part of the hide, split leather is less durable than full-grain or top-grain leather. It is often used in layered collars or as a backing material.
– Nubuck leather: This type is buffed and sanded to create a velvet-like texture. It has a softer feel and is commonly used for dog collars that prioritize comfort.
Benefits of Genuine Leather Dog Collars
Investing in a genuine leather dog collar brings various advantages to both you and your furry friend.
– Durability: The sturdy nature of genuine leather ensures that the collar remains intact even in challenging conditions, making it last longer than collars made from other materials.
– Comfort: Genuine leather softens with time and becomes more comfortable for your dog to wear. It molds to their neck shape, minimizing any potential rubbing or chafing.
– Style: The timeless appeal of leather makes it suitable for any dog, regardless of breed or size. It adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your pet’s appearance.
– Easy maintenance: Genuine leather collars are generally low-maintenance. Regular wiping with a damp cloth and the occasional application of leather conditioner is sufficient to keep them clean and supple.
– Allergy-friendly: Leather is a hypoallergenic material, making it an ideal choice for dogs with sensitive skin. It minimizes the risk of irritation or allergic reactions.
Tips for Choosing the Right Genuine Leather Dog Collar
1. Measure your dog’s neck: Accurate measurements ensure a proper fit and prevent discomfort.
2. Consider your dog’s activity level: Opt for a thicker and more durable leather collar for active dogs, while a softer one may be suitable for less active pets.
3. Check the quality of hardware: Ensure that the buckles, D-rings, and other hardware are sturdy and securely attached to the collar.
4. Choose a color and design: Look for a collar that matches your dog’s personality and your personal preferences.
5. Read customer reviews: Research the brand and check customer reviews to ensure the collar is of high quality and reliable.
Remember, a genuine leather dog collar not only serves as a practical accessory but also adds a touch of style and durability to your beloved pet’s everyday life.
Frequently Asked Questions about Genuine Leather Dog Collars
1. How do I know if a dog collar is made of genuine leather?
To determine if a dog collar is made of genuine leather, look for the distinct smell and feel of real leather. Genuine leather collars will have a natural, earthy aroma and a slightly rough texture. Additionally, genuine leather often develops a beautiful patina over time.
2. Are genuine leather dog collars durable?
Yes, genuine leather dog collars are known for their durability. Leather is a durable material that can withstand regular use and rough handling. However, it is important to properly care for the collar to maintain its longevity.
3. Can genuine leather dog collars be personalized?
Yes, many genuine leather dog collars can be personalized with your dog’s name or other details. Look for options that offer customizable engraving or embroidery for a unique and personal touch.
4. Do genuine leather dog collars come in different sizes?
Absolutely! Genuine leather dog collars come in a variety of sizes to suit dogs of different breeds and sizes. It is crucial to measure your dog’s neck size accurately and choose the appropriate collar size to ensure a comfortable fit.
5. Can genuine leather dog collars be adjusted?
Yes, most genuine leather dog collars come with adjustable straps or buckles that allow for easy adjustment to achieve a proper fit. This feature is especially beneficial for growing puppies or dogs that may experience weight fluctuations.
6. Are genuine leather dog collars suitable for all breeds?
Genuine leather dog collars are suitable for most breeds. However, for dogs that are prone to allergies or skin sensitivities, it is recommended to choose hypoallergenic or lined leather collars to prevent any discomfort.
7. How should I clean and maintain a genuine leather dog collar?
To clean a genuine leather dog collar, use a mild detergent and warm water. Gently scrub the collar with a soft brush or cloth, then rinse thoroughly and allow it to air dry. Regularly conditioning the collar with leather conditioner will help maintain its suppleness and prevent cracking.
8. Are genuine leather dog collars water-resistant?
While genuine leather dog collars have some natural resistance to water, they are not completely waterproof. Excessive exposure to water may cause the leather to become damaged or warped. It is recommended to remove the collar before bathing or swimming and ensure it is properly dried afterwards.
9. Can genuine leather dog collars be used for training purposes?
Yes, genuine leather dog collars can be used for training purposes. Look for collars with additional features such as D-rings or attachment points for leash or training devices. However, always consult with a professional trainer on the best training methods for your specific dog.
10. Are genuine leather dog collars more expensive than other materials?
While genuine leather dog collars may have a higher price point compared to some synthetic materials, they offer superior durability and a classic, timeless look. Investing in a high-quality leather collar can be a wise decision for long-term use and style.
Final Thoughts on Genuine Leather Dog Collars
Genuine leather dog collars are not only stylish but also durable, making them a great choice for your furry friend’s accessory. With proper care and maintenance, a genuine leather dog collar can last for years, showcasing its natural beauty through the development of a unique patina. Whether you’re looking for functionality, fashion, or both, a genuine leather dog collar offers the perfect combination.
Remember to choose the right size for your dog, personalize it if desired, and keep it clean to maintain its quality. The timeless appeal of genuine leather coupled with its strength and versatility ensures that your dog will look and feel great wearing a genuine leather collar.

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Now being spotted at Caprock Canyons State Park: the Doodlebug.
According to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Caprock Canyons State Park has launched its new shuttle, the Doodlebug, which gives up to 14-passengers unique sightseeing opportunities to explore the Caprock Canyonlands and guided tours down the trailway for bat-viewing tours and spectacular views. Maybe catch a glimpse of the Official Bison Herd of the State of Texas.
Visitors can stay comfortable in the vehicle, while still getting a spectacular outdoor experience in the open-air electric Doodlebug.
Named for the 1930s passenger Burlington Doodlebug train that transported riders to destinations along the Fort Worth and Denver South Plains Railroad, the Doodlebug will follow the same route via the Caprock Canyons Trailway and state park roads.
For more information, call visit the park's website or call (806) 455-1492.


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Living With Beauty is the final report from the government-appointed commission on the controversial subject of what beautiful housing looks like
After 13 months, two chairs and plenty of controversy, the Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission (BBBBC) has finally published its report on housing design in England. Despite the report, titled ‘Living in Beauty’, leading with the still-subjective calls to ‘ask for beauty’ and ‘refuse ugliness’, responses to many of the practical proposals have been surprisingly positive.
During its creation, the report prompted many arguments over the roles architects, planners and developers play in housing development as well as what constitutes ugly or beautiful housing. Create Streets – a foundation promoting low-rise density and historic styles such as Georgian terraces and mansion blocks – played a key role, with its founder Nicholas Boys Smith co-chair of the commission with the late Sir Roger Scruton, with other industry bodies and architects consulting.
As expected, the focus on beauty remained controversial – the means of determining ‘what beauty means’ should, according to the report, come from the ‘local population’ through a process of surveys and ‘engagement’ and an encouragement for planners to use ‘form-based codes’ specifiying building typologies, heights and materials.
Plenty to commend in the BBBBC report though the Scrutonish insistence that ‘beauty’ and ‘ugliness’ are somehow codifiable absolutes rather than mutable and subjective is funny. Of course ‘good design’ and ‘context’ are no less subjective
— Hugh Pearman (@hughpearman) January 30, 2020
Equally, the claim that ‘the educational influence of the Modern Movement, as guided by Le Corbusier, the Bauhaus and the Russian constructivists’ and those century-old designers’ ‘campaign against “pastiche” and historicism’ intimidates present-day planners felt struck an odd note. The suggestion that planning and architecture qualifications should make greater reference to England’s historical architecture was one of the remaining references to an idealised past in the report that many criticised.
The problem with the BBBB report is the prejudice inherent in it that somehow beauty only existed in the past #buildingbeautifulbuildingbetter
— Amanda Baillieu (@amandabaillieu) January 30, 2020
The controversial and subjective question of beauty aside, the report makes several suggestions for cross-industry changes, including the use of digital technology for community consultation, as well as training for planners and highway engineers in urban design, and also recommends that the government plants two million street trees. One of the most widely praised sections of the report was the criticism of permitted development rights, particularly the ability to convert offices to homes without needing to submit a planning application, which in some cases has resulted in homes as small as 13 sqm.
The RIBA president Alan Jones said, ‘The Commission has rightly condemned Permitted Development Rights (PDR), which leave local authorities powerless to stop the development of poor-quality and potentially dangerous “slum” housing,’ and called on the government to urgently address the issue, as well as praising the idea of opening up architecture apprenticeships.
The section on nature, particularly regarding air quality and biodiversity was also welcomed, with several architects highlighting existing work on biophilia and wellbeing. ‘Countless amounts of research in recent years has shown the importance of biophilic design in improving our mental health and the consumer demand for green design,’ said Félicie Krikler, director at Assael Architecture, who praised the BBBBC for pushing for increased tree planting, though also highlighted that regulation should be less significant than, ‘listening to those who reside on our developments.’
The UK Green Building Council, which consulted on the report and provided evidence to the commission, expressed its approval of the report’s emphasis on nature and the inclusion of the UKGBC’s comments on the connections between biodiversity, building and mental health. ‘True sustainability and beauty are intertwined, and we are pleased to see the Commission echo our recommendations on the place of nature in good design. These recognise the need to promote environmental stewardship, regreen our towns and cities, meet our climate change target, and deliver truly regenerative development,’ Philip Box, policy and project co-ordinator, said in a statement on the report.
The report also called for the removal of VAT on the cost of renovation and repair was welcomed by many, something many in construction have called for as a means of incentivising reuse and refurbishment. The chief executive of the Federation of Master Builders, Brian Berry said ‘I am glad the Commission has highlighted the perverse situation where people are incentivised to demolish old buildings, rather than restoring them…If we want to restore and maintain our beautiful heritage it is vital we correct this anomaly in the tax system.’

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For the past 6 years Ben Wilson has been using discarded chewing gum on the streets of London as a canvas for his miniature works of art. Now for the first time, and for one week only from the 2nd - 8th May 2011, we are holding an exhibition to celebrate Ben’s resounding dedication to his art.
The show will take place at the Julian Hartnoll Gallery, 37 Duke Street St. James’s, London SW1Y 6DF from 10.30am - 4.30pm. There will be a unique opportunity to see and purchase Ben’s rare canvases relating to his chewing gum art. Prices range from £400-550.
As well as the traditional exhibition setting, during the show art lovers can also experience Ben’s chewing gum art on the streets and discover how it can make us look at our environment in a different way. Follow the gum trail and see Ben's gum pics near the exhibition which will be regularly updated as new pics are found.
In addition to his chewing gum work, Ben is now exploring other types of litter - sweet wrappers, discarded cans, bottle tops and cigarette ends. Some of these works will be on display in the gallery and Ben will also be leaving several miniature paintings on foil in public spaces for sharp-eyed passers-by to find. Images of these works will be on the website from the start of the exhibition. Alternatively gallery visitors are invited to bring their own rubbish on Saturday 7th May 12-4pm for Ben to transform.
Lastly Ben’s photography, which documents his work and the people he meets on the streets, will be displayed at the Julian Hartnoll Gallery. These images form a historical context that shows the human involvement and social element that informs much of Ben’s work.
Whether stumbled-upon in public spaces or seen in the gallery, Ben’s work connects with the environment and in a subtle way helps us to think about and reclaim our surroundings.


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If you believe in miracles then this next story about hope, courage, and love is sure to melt your heart.
A 2-year-old girl who was born prematurely and suffered from a growth condition is finally given the green signal by doctors to go home, after spending her entire life inside a hospital.
The girl was identified as Addy Smith whose parents are beyond ecstatic at their daughter’s progress and how they are finally allowed to take her back home with them for the first time since she was born.
Addy’s condition was declared severe after it was revealed how she was diagnosed with a condition that affected her growth while being in her mother’s womb.
Therefore, when she was born, not only was she premature, but she also weighed less than one pound. In the same way, doctors shed light upon how her lungs were also underdeveloped during that period, further adding great complications to an already increasing list.
“Our baby spent a scary 848 days on a ventilator as she tried her best to fight for her life and even had to undergo coding too”- the emotional parents explained while speaking about their miracle child.
Similarly, the parents also spoke about how little Addy needed heavy sedation and was also forced to use paralytic drugs.
Her critical condition meant her parents had to be near her and that’s why they had reportedly set up an RV, right outside the hospital and that’s where they both lived.
After that, they were thankfully blessed with a living space across the street which became their new abode. But every day was nothing less than an obstacle with little Addy’s heath.
Some days were definitely tougher than ever but the couple says they are beyond grateful for the way things turned out in the end because now, they can finally take their baby home.


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Whether you’re watching a disguised Texas lawyer seeking revenge in the Wild West, a bootlegger throwing a roaring '20s New York soirée, or a Kryptonian superhero saving Metropolis from its end, we can all agree there’s no better way to cool off this July than an afternoon at the movies. So let’s make a toast to the time honored tradition of the summer blockbuster! Here are the biggest flicks coming out this summer and the wines to sip in their honor.
Pacific Rim — July 12
Guillermo del Toro’s latest picture features massive robots called "Kaiju" who arise from beneath the Pacific Ocean. After you go, crack open a bottle of WAKATAKE "DEMON SLAYER" Daiginjo Onikoroshi Saké Non-vintage (Japan) $48. The name alone is a perfect match for the robot fighting "Jaegers," which means "hunters" in German, and this saké will give you a taste — albeit a gentler one — for the turbulent waters of this sci-fi flick.
RED 2 — July 19
If we learned anything from RED, it’s that blood-soaked CIA pics and gut-busting comedies don’t have to be mutually exclusive. The title definitely helped narrow down our wine pairing choices, so laugh along with a glass of QUPÉ Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah 2009 (Santa Barbara, Calif.) $26. The red varietal is famously spicy, giving a kick just like this not-so-typical summer comedy.
The Wolverine — July 26
Hugh Jackman spent months bulking up to play this mutant with super human strength, and no wine can pack a punch quite like a top-tier cab. To celebrate the film’s Australian star, grab a bottle of PETER LEHMANN VSV Ruediger Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 (Barossa, Australia) $60. Richly tannic and masculine with a steadfast finish, you may find this cab invincible like the Wolverine himself.
The Smurfs 2 — July 31
The Smurfs are back, and this time they’re taking Paris by storm! To celebrate their French adventure, pop open a bottle of VEUVE CLICQUOT Brut Champagne non-vintage (Champagne, France) $45. Decadent like the City of Lights, this sparkler might also remind you of one of Gargamel’s bubbly brews.


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(NEW YORK) Kate Betts, check your voicemail. Today's shocking(ish) announcement that Tina Gaudoin is resigning from her EIC post at WSJ. magazine means that Rupert Murdoch and managing editor Robert Thompson have a void to fill, and fast. Gaudoin, who resigned "for personal reasons" and will return to her native London in August, launched the Journal's glossy advertiser bait in September 2008 and guided it through a period of growth. (It now produces 6 issues a year and enjoys the Journal's circulation of 1.6 million in the United States, Europe, and Asia.)
WSJ.'s most recent issue, featuring a Mickey Drexler cover story, debuted last weekend, so the incoming EIC will have approximately 6 weeks to produce the next edition—provided that a decision is made quickly. Of course, deputy editor Owen Phillips is already in the office. But Betts' high-level luxury advertiser contacts and her previous affiliation with other hard-news outlets (namely, Time) make her a logical choice. A current contributor to Time and The Daily Beast, Betts' book, Everyday Icon: Michelle Obama and the Power of Style, will debut in February 2011.
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On May 27, Old Ellicott City suffered severe damage due to a flood. The National Weather Service reports that nearly 8.4 inches of rain fell on Ellicott City, causing the small town to flood for the 15th time since 1768, the second in the last two years.
The town’s history of flooding is primarily due to its position at the bottom of a topographical funnel, which causes all of the run-off to fall on the city. The problem is, Old Ellicott City is extremely urbanized, leaving little space for drainage.
Despite the flash flood warning, most residents were not expecting the ferocity of the storm. Yesterday was when the reality of the devastation really hit: citizens finally seeing the overturned cars, shattered glass from buildings that were destroyed, and workers struggling to fix the water line and sewage pipe that were damaged in the flooding.
To date, there has been only one confirmed fatality. Maryland National Guardsmen, Sgt. Eddison Hermond, was reported missing after assisting an unidentified woman while dining at La Palapa Grill and Cantina when the flooding began. Earlier today, his body was recovered along the Patapsco River, just over the Baltimore County line, according to multiple sources.
The destruction of the town’s shops leaves several owners debating whether or not reconstruction is worth going through with, considering the short amount of time since the last “thousand year’ flood.
Donations are pouring in to help rebuild the town along with several volunteers willing to help clean up what was left. If you would like to help, donations can be dropped off at the food bank at 9385 Gerwig Lane, Suite J, in Columbia.
If you are a student or alum of Centennial High and have been directly affected by the storms, let us help you share your story by contacting us at [email protected]
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Common names: wax myrtle
|Photo by Gary Fleming at the Digital Atlas of the Virginia Flora|
|Division:||Magnoliophyta - Flowering plants|
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| Morella pumila|
|Natural range of Morella pumila from Weakley |
Synonyms: Myrica pusilla Rafinesque, Morella cerifera (Linnaeus) Small, Myrica cerifera Linnaeus var. pumila Michaux, and Cerothamnus pumilus (Michaux) Small.
M. pumila, also known as Dwarf Wax-Myrtle, is a native perennial that varies in growth habit from an evergreen shrub and subshrub to a tree growth. It is a member of the Myricaceae family, and can grow up to 6 feet high. The species is dioecious, with aromatic leaves and root nodules that help fix nitrogen in the soil. As well, it has rhizomatous roots which can propagate to form new growth.
M. pumila's native distribution ranges along the coast from eastern Texas to New Jersey. It is also native to Puerto Rico, and has been introduced to Hawaii.
Associated species - Vaccinium darrowi, Pityopsis spp.
M. pumila flowers in April as well as between the months of August and October.
The species is mainly dispersed through animal consumption.
Seed bank and germination
The species requires a period of cold, moist stratification before germinating, where an average germination time is a month to 90 days. However, wax myrtles can also be propagated from semi-hardwood and soft cuttings treated with a rooting hormone.
M. pumila resprouts rapidly after a fire is applied.
Use by animals
M. pumila is used by wild birds as a source of food, and the branches are also utilized by wild birds for nesting and perching habitat. It is a minor source of food for large mammals, water birds, and terrestrial birds, and a low source of food for small mammals.
Conservation and Management
Cultivation and restoration
This Wax-Myrtle is popular for cultivation due to its ornamental value. M. pumila is also a good plant to use for native area restoration in its native communities like sandy coastal and woodland communities. It is a good plant for dune stabilization and further restoration.
References and notes
- Weakley, Alan S. 2015. Flora of the Southern and Mid-Atlantic States: Working Draft of 21 May 2015. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. 1320 pp.
- USDA Plants Database URL: https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=MOCE2
- Weakley, A. S. (2015). Flora of the Southern and Mid-Atlantic States. Chapel Hill, NC, University of North Carolina Herbarium.
- Florida State University Robert K. Godfrey Herbarium database. URL: http://herbarium.bio.fsu.edu. Last accessed: June 2018. Collectors: Loran C. Anderson and Ron Miller. States and counties: Florida: Santa Rosa.
- Kirkman, L.K. and K.L. Coffey, unpublished database of dispersal modes of plants found at the Jones Ecological Research Center, Ichauway, Georgia.
- Comment by Jimi Cheak on post by Edwin Bridges, Polk County Fl., February 23, 2018, posted to Florida Flora and Ecosystematics Facebook Group.


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Education key in treating Type 1 diabetes
Posted September 16, 2011
Raleigh, N.C. — When 17-year-old Trey Shearin was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in January of last year, his entire life changed.
As is the case with most Type 1 diabetes patients, Shearin had to rethink simple day-to-day activities.
With Type 1 diabetes, the body stops producing insulin, a hormone which converts sugar, starches and other food into energy. Although the causes are not entirely known, some scientists believe the body's own defense system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. People with Type 1 diabetes must inject insulin several times every day or continually infuse insulin through a pump.
Shearin was diagnosed when he went to the doctor for a physical so he could play baseball at Ravenscroft's upper school.
"When I went in there, I took a blood sugar test and it was around 350," he said. "I realized that I had been drinking a lot of water and what not and I had been peeing a bunch. At first it was a little overwhelming."
Shearin and his parents had to learn to manage the diabetes, figuring out when he needed insulin injections and how to inject them.
But when Shearin went to school, he, like many other children with diabetes, had to be prepared to handle him symptoms on his own.
Part of the responsibility fell on Shearin, who knows how to count the carbohydrates in the food he chooses and program the insulin pump he started using three months ago. The pump includes an emergency glucogon injection in case he passes out from a severe sugar low.
He also educated his brother, a few of his friends and a school nurse on what to do if ever passed out at school.
Thanks to education and preparation, Shearin said he knows he can continue to manage his disease and live the active life he was used to before the diagnosis.
"I need to tone down my insulin a little bit, or i need to eat some sugar before so I don't drop too low if I'm going to be really active," Shearin said.
The Triangle Walk to Cure Diabetes, held at the Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek, is Oct. 29 at 8 a.m. The 2-mile walk raises money to help find a cure for diabetes.
Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms:
- Extreme thirst
- Frequent urination
- Drowsiness, lethargy
- Sugar in urine
- Sudden vision changes
- Increased appetite
- Sudden weight loss
- Fruity, sweet, or wine-like odor on breath
- Heavy, labored breathing
- Stupor, unconsciousness


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MINNEAPOLIS — Red Sox manager John Farrell took a risk even by playing it safe.
Will Middlebrooks isn't a bunter. He's a power threat who, a night before Friday's 3-2, 10-inning win over the Twins, happened to have the decisive hit with two outs in the top of the ninth inning against the Rays.
Dustin Pedroia started the final inning with a redemptive single following two double plays earlier. David Ortiz walked, pushing Pedroia to second, and Pedro Ciriaco pinch ran for Ortiz.
Two on, none out and Middlebrooks was up in a game tied at 2 at Target Field.
Middlebrooks had never faced Twins rigthy Josh Roenicke, which probably didn't make bunting off him any easier. Yet Farrell's decision did not appear to be one he fought himself on: sacrifice.
"The situation calls for it," Farrell said. "We get the first two guys on the base hit and the walk. Sitting there with first and second, nobody out, even though (Middlebrooks is) a middle-of-the-order type of guy, we had to do what we could to move runners up 90 feet."
Third-base coach Brian Butterfield checked in with Middlebrooks on the matter, just to be sure, during a Twins mound visit preceding the at-bat. Middlebrooks told him he could come through.
"They didn’t give it to me first pitch," Middlebrooks said. "Second pitch they gave it to me and I got a good pitch to do it on."
Said Farrell: "What we've seen is he's a very good athlete. He's got good hand-eye coordination. Knowing that it wasn’t part of his game as an offensive player, still I thought the game situation called for it. He executed it perfectly."
Middlebrooks' bunt, on a second-pitch breaking ball, was well-executed to the right side and better than his experience level would dictate.
"Just gave (Middlebrooks) a heads up that it may be coming," Farrell said. "In the 1-0 situation, knowing they'd have to throw him a strike, it was the pitch that he did a very good job with."
Middlebrooks admitted he doesn't work on dropping them down much, even in batting practice or spring training. The only other time Middlebrooks had recorded a sac bunt in his career — in pro ball, not just the majors — was in 2008, right after he was drafted with short-season Lowell.
The Sox themselves aren't bunters. They came into the night with just two, toward the very bottom of even the American League.
"Not a whole lot, to be honest," he said. "I’m not one of those guys who’s going to drop many bunts down, so I thought about it in the last month or so try to drop one down and steal a hit. I didn’t really work on a lot. Two or three bunts in BP, and that’s about it."
One part of the plan worked. Phase two started with an intentional walk to lefty swinging Stephen Drew, a move the Sox knew would come in order to set up a righty-righty match-up with Jonny Gomes.
Gomes, of course, isn't known for his ability to mash righties. But all the Sox needed was a fly ball.
"Jonny has been locked in as good against right-handers," Farrell said.
Locked in might be a stretch. Gomes said himself: "Harder than it looked for me up there, I mean I haven't seen a right-handed slider in like a month. Then running those guys out there they ran today, so, I really had to bear down."
After fouling one off to even the count at 1-1, Gomes lifted a slider deep enough to left-center, where center fielder Aaron Hicks' double pump cost the Twins any chance of cutting down Pedroia. The Sox took the lead.
Gomes' credited his veteran status, his playoff experience, for knowing how to handle the situation. And he told himself the one thing he couldn't do: "just don't run into a double play."
"Everything really just got exposed for me with playoff baseball, runners in scoring position," Gomes said. "The second at-bat I hit a ball hard with a runner on second and in a situation like that I said, looking for a pitch to elevate, just trying to simplify things and do what the situation calls for. "
The Sox have won three straight, and the last two haven't come easy. But Gomes said there's nothing wrong with gut checks in May. Boston is 3-1 in extra innings this season.
"Obviously we don't want to be the heart attack kids," Gomes said. "It's a good character check for us right away. ... I think one of the biggest plays is Will's bunt, you know that's huge and says a lot and different ways we can win."

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The Internet offers theater fans plenty of sites to indulge their passion. But the mother lode of thespian footage resides, of course, on YouTube. Though much of this grainy video appears to be posted illegally, it generates enormous buzz among passionate young fans -- posing a dilemma for Broadway. Sunday's Star-Ledger takes a closer look. . .
Broadway's new motto: Break a bootleg
Sunday, October 14, 2007
BY KEVIN COUGHLIN AND MICHAEL SOMMERS
Some of the brightest lights on Broadway these days are in the audience -- on cameras recording the action illegally.
"The red lights are always on out there," laments Tony Award-winning actor and Montclair resident Shuler Hensley, now playing the monster in "Young Frankenstein." Bootlegs were posted on the free video-sharing site YouTube during the show's summer tryout.
Catching the Broadway smash "Wicked" is wicked easy, too. No long lines. No $100 tickets. All you need is a high-speed Internet connection, and a high tolerance for grainy cell-cam images shot from the balcony. Fans have posted the whole show on YouTube, along with showstopping numbers from "Legally Blonde," "Avenue Q" and other productions.
For years, Hollywood has combined old-fashioned gumshoe work and advanced technology to combat people "camcording" movies from cineplex screens. But the Great White Way has not yet come to grips with a phenomenon that is dividing the theatrical world at the very moment it's wooing video-obsessed teens and tweens with youth-themed shows.
The law is clear: Filming inside New York City theaters is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to six months in jail and a $5,000 fine. Copyright infringement claims can bring heftier financial penalties.
Actors Equity Association, the stage performers' union, says it removes about 25 Internet clips a day, mostly from YouTube. The union has a special take-down arrangement with the site, says union spokesman David Lotz. Actors are encouraged to e-mail links of bootlegs to Equity staff.
Hensley reports camera sightings to his stage manager when he goes offstage. He was miffed when audio of "Puttin' on the Ritz," his big song-and-dance number, landed on the Internet.
"That's one of our highlights," says Hensley. "A lot of scenes getting put up on places like YouTube are the choice moments. I think in some ways that can ruin seeing shows for people."
Matt Mora thinks the blurry clips he found and posted on YouTube are as close as he will come to seeing "Wicked" on Broadway.
"I live on the south side of San Antonio," says the 18-year-old theater student. "I don't have $80 to spend on a ticket. For me that's as good as it's gonna get."
Despite poor video quality and "horrible" audio, Mora says he was thrilled by the full-length performance. He considers himself a friend of the show, not a criminal. "I think it will make people want to see it even more" on Broadway," he says.
Broadway "should learn from TV and movies. Even trailers and full episodes of shows are winding up on the Internet," says Jay Clark, a 42-year-old Broadway buff who browses clips of shows.
And a slew of YouTube tributes by kids lip-synching their favorite show tunes, from bedrooms and backyards across America, would seem to bode well for Broadway, which grossed a record $939 million at the box office for the 2006-2007 season that ended in June.
As head of Internet marketing for "Legally Blonde" and "Spring Awakening," Damian Bazadona spends lots of time asking YouTube to remove videos.
"But one goes down, and 10 more go up behind it," says Bazadona, president of Situation Marketing in New York. He sees free promotion as a mixed blessing. "There's something to be said for a first impression." Amateur video, he says, "completely deflates the value of live entertainment. You have to be there."
Stage and screen have always done an uneasy dance.
Disney has spun theatrical gold from movies such as "The Lion King." Broadway favorites like "Chicago" have spawned hit films.
But stage unions have imposed tight restrictions on recording live shows. Broadway actors have threatened to sue the producer of a DVD containing performances broadcast on public television; the actors want royalties.
One downside to no-video rules is the loss of magical moments. YouTubers may be performing a valuable service as historians, providing the footage for some future Ken Burns.
"These are rare archival moments in Broadway history that people wouldn't have any other way," says Josh Ellis, a Broadway press agent for 30 years who wishes the industry created more high-quality video to preserve and promote itself.
"I can't explain what it was like to see Carol Channing in 'Hello, Dolly!' because it existed once and ceased to exist. You can always go to a movie and understand what 'Citizen Kane' was like. That's how another generation appreciates Orson Welles."
Performers are even prohibited from taping themselves. Some shows are recorded for posterity by the Theater on Film and Tape Archive in New York. But screenings are governed by rules that make Fort Knox look like a vacation resort.
For security purposes, tape machines reside on a different floor from the viewing room. Security cameras and researchers watch people as they watch the tapes.
The archive won't show videos until a show has closed on Broadway. Even then, actors cannot have their own copies. That even goes for big stars like Jerry Lewis, who underwrote the taping of his performance in "Damn Yankees."
Patrick Hoffman, director of the archive, sides with the unions against Broadway YouTubers.
"There would be nothing better than if the FBI took a couple kids down to the mat to set an example. ... As far as I'm concerned it is theft of the creators' rights."
Still, 13-year-old Sy Adamowsky of Edison wishes he could have preserved his Broadway performances in "Caroline, or Change."
"I always regret that -- they tape a video once and put it in the vaults and nobody gets to see it," says Adamowsky. "It would be nice to have it in a non-illegal way, just for us."
Hollywood, which estimates it loses $18 billion annually to movie piracy, has waged all-out war on camcording.
Studios lobbied Congress successfully to make camcording of movies a felony. Investigators tote night-vision scopes into movie houses. "Watermarking" techniques embed identifying codes in films, to help authorities trace knockoffs. Academy Award screeners have been fined for leaking review copies. Industry agents use trained dogs to locate pirated DVDs. The Motion Picture Association of America offers rewards to ushers who catch pirates.
But it's unclear how electronic watermarks would protect a live show, even if you could embed them. Nor is it clear how armies of ushers with night-scopes would play on Broadway.
Theater surveillance requires a deft touch, says Michael Robinson, director of U.S. anti-piracy operations for the MPAA.
"There's a balance that everybody seeks to have in theaters. They want people to enjoy it and to come and comfortably enter and exit a theater without going through what you might see at the airport," says Robinson, formerly of the Transportation Security Administration.
Bill Shannon, a former police detective, heads the MPAA's nine-member anti-piracy team in New York. He says camcorders often are escorted from cinemas without patrons even noticing.
Hollywood considered strobes or invisible infrared lighting to thwart cameras -- but concluded they might cause epileptic seizures, according to Shannon. And pirates probably would have devised countermeasures anyway. A studio consortium called MovieLabs is offering cash to anyone who finds practical ways to jam cameras in theaters.
"That would be the golden bullet," says Shannon. "We just don't have it yet."


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Parkway marches on in hoops playoffs
Parkway’s benefiited from the depth its 11 seniors provide, and different players took their turn leading the way as the Class 5A No. 22 Panthers topped No. 6 Lafayette in a 69-68 win.
Juwon Johnson scored 16 of his 19 points to pair with teammate Artayvious Lynn’s 19 points to counter Lafayette senior Corey Davis’ game-high 26 points.
The Panthers maintained a small lead the majority of the second half, protecting its edge by making 13-of-17 free throws in the second half compared to just 4-of-9 for the visiting Lions.
“I was a little worried that we weren’t going to hold that lead because we couldn’t get a rebound,” said Parkway coach Mike Guess. “They really crashed the boards hard, and we had trouble getting a stop and getting a rebound.
“But these guys fought. That was a very physical game, and these guys responded.”
Parkway (24-8) will host No. 3 Scotlandville on Friday. The Hornets have allowed 29 and 38 points, respectively, to their first two playoff opponents.
The Panthers seemed to be in good position up 63-56 with 2:10 left before Lafayette (26-4) made several threatening runs.
A 5-0 run highlighted by three Deontre Johnlouis points cut Parkway’s lead to 63-61 with one minute remaining. A pair of Keondre Wudtee free throws (eight points) bumped the lead back to four, but a Corey Davis 3-pointer — one of six Lions’ triples — slashed Parkway’s lead to 65-64.
Johnson and Lynn each made a pair of free throws countered by a Jenkins free throw to lead by four before Keandre Broussard drained a 3-pointer with less than 2 seconds left.
Parkway didn’t have to inbound the ball as the clock ran out.
“Parkway had 17 offensive rebounds — we hadn’t given up that many all year,” said Lafayette High coach Clifton Brown. “(Lynn and Johnson) were relentless on the boards.
“Outside of that we gave a really good effort. We wish would have moved forward, but we had a great year. Somebody had to lose.”
Parkway led 32-30 at halftime and held a slim margin before Lafayette went on a 10-4 run thanks to two 3-pointers from Ahmad Onezime (11 points) to lead 47-45 heading into the fourth quarter. Christian Freeman added 10 points for the Lions.
But four different Parkway players scored in a 10-2 run to lead 55-49 with 4:50 remaining. The Panthers lead grew to as many as seven (59-52) after a pair of Lynn free throws, which also caused Freeman to foul out.
Parkway, which suffered through a nine-year playoff drought, will play in the quarterfinals for the first time since 2000.
“This means a lot. We’ve never done it before, never made it to the playoffs,” Johnson said. “We feel good, we kind of feel like we can go win state.
“(My second-half effort) was for my boys on the team. I had to put it on the line for my team. We’ve really bonded together, and I think the seven or eight football players have really brought it from over there.”
Senior guard William McKnight scored all seven of his points in the first quarter to help Parkway to a 25-15 early second-quarter lead thanks to an 14-4 run.
Lafayette High answered with the next eight points — five from Davis with a Je’Von Figaro 3-poiniter.
But a Lynn three-point play, along with his tough rebound and shot-blocking, helped Parkway regain momentum.
“We were mature, and we stuck together as a team and had that chemistry,” Lynn said. “We know what we’re capable of.
“(The atmosphere) was lovely tonight, and we hope to get that again Friday.”


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Business Solutions to a Humanitarian Crisis: Nine Things Companies Must Understand to Support Refugees from Ukraine – And Around the World
As the world watches the war in Ukraine with increasing alarm, much of the attention is understandably focused on the human casualties and physical devastation. But there is another concern that is both grave and growing: the millions of people who have been forced to flee their homes. In addition to the 7.7 million people who have been internally displaced within Ukraine (as of May 5), more than 6.6 million refugees have sought safety abroad (as of May 25). To help these refugees, governments, NGOs, multilateral agencies and individuals around the world have organized or supported humanitarian relief efforts. Yet these efforts are struggling to keep up with the needs of the growing number of Ukrainians who continue to seek refuge from the conflict.
Meanwhile, many people in North America, Europe and around the world have also been supporting the tens of thousands of Afghan refugees who have been resettling into their host communities. But despite their efforts, the needs of these refugees greatly outweigh the available support. Enlisting the private sector could help fill some of these gaps—whether the refugees involved are from Ukraine or other nations facing war or natural disaster. But how can enterprises best contribute to something that has traditionally been considered an exclusively humanitarian affair?
To answer this question, we can look at the recent past – starting around 2015, when global attention to the Syrian refugee crisis drove a significant increase in private sector involvement. No two refugee situations are identical, but a review of these recent activities can help inform efforts to support Ukrainian refugees in the present scenario. To begin with, these experiences help illustrate how different aspects of a crisis can give rise to various business models and strategies for leveraging private sector support. Below, I’ll share nine learnings from the refugee crises of recent years, which show how for-profit enterprises and their employees can serve and empower refugees while also benefiting host communities – and their own businesses.
1. Donating funds is the best approach in the earliest phase of a humanitarian crisis
In the earliest phase of a humanitarian crisis—when uncertainty and acute needs prevail—donating funds represents the most practical option for businesses that want to support refugees. The instability and unpredictability of these situations offer little latitude for enterprises to engage in typical revenue-generating activities—and meanwhile, on-the-ground aid organizations have an urgent need to ramp up operations.
Rather than stand on the sidelines when the Syrian refugee crisis intensified around 2015, enterprises responded by contributing funds to relief efforts. These donated funds came from a variety of sources, such as:
- The company’s overall earnings
- Grants from affiliated foundations
- Proceeds from the sales of designated products
- Employee contributions (sometimes encouraged and enhanced by company matching)
- Customer point-of-sale donations
This enterprise-led philanthropy has provided a critical lifeline to donor-dependent aid agencies, and has translated into assistance for millions of refugees in the most vulnerable situations. And at the same time, these efforts have produced benefits for the businesses themselves, such as improved brand equity: For instance, customers are more likely to purchase from companies that have made a sizable donation to support refugees. Similarly, companies can increase revenues when engaging customers directly on refugee support: For example, when Unilever earmarked the proceeds of some of its products in Lebanon to the UN Refugee Agency’s programs as part of an awareness-raising campaign, it increased sales of these products by 30% and raised $50,000 for Syrian refugee programs at the same time.
2. Different business models, products and services can be used to meet refugees’ diverse needs
Enterprises can meet various refugee needs by providing their products, services and expertise directly to refugee communities, but the financial sustainability of these initiatives—and consequently the duration of their involvement—has varied. The Syrian refugee crisis and other recent refugee contexts have produced business models that have ranged from fully charitable (i.e., in-kind donations) to profit-making, with a range of “hybrids” (commercial efforts subsidized by donor funds) in between.
Fully charitable models—e.g., donations of shoes, bedding, educational content and other products—reflect businesses’ recognition that refugees’ needs often outweigh their means. While these initiatives are loss-making on the surface, they indirectly benefit the business by improving brand perception—just as much as financial donations do.
At the other end of the spectrum, refugees in more stable settings are able and willing to pay for goods and services that meet specific needs. Mobile connectivity is a prime example: Mobile operators in Turkey found that Syrian refugees spent more on prepaid mobile services – including approximately twice as much on international calls – as Turkish host-community users. So, to compete for these customers, companies have adapted their practices to respond to refugee needs—e.g., by increasing network coverage in refugee-hosting areas and creating tailored packages for refugees, or even by developing free mobile apps with refugee-focused content. Beyond telecoms, refugee camps and settlements have also been shown to offer a sizable market for a variety of goods and services, including financial products.
While financially sustainable models represent the “holy grail” of the private sector’s potential to meet refugee needs in a more lasting manner, in reality, refugee-focused businesses have typically involved a financial subsidy. Donors, eager to engage the private sector, have often provided some sort of concessional financing to lower the costs of serving refugees. This has been the case for Equity Bank, whose branches in Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp profitably serve over 30,000 refugees and 60,000 host community members; its loans usually include some funding from development finance institutions. Similarly, in eastern Congo, the social enterprise Asili provides water, healthcare and agricultural inputs on a financially sustainable basis, although its setup costs were covered by donor funding.
In a “wholesale” version of the above models, enterprises have provided services, equipment and/or technical capabilities—e.g., cash transfer technologies and wireless infrastructure—to refugee assistance organizations. This highlights these organizations’ roles as important intermediaries and business clients—they possess the financial backing to afford such services, and/or the stature to attract pro-bono support. It’s unclear how many of these services were provided on a fully charitable basis versus a purely commercial one, or how many fell somewhere in the middle. But enterprises adopting this model have typically shared their technical capabilities on a pro-bono basis, while other projects have involved international donor agencies (suggesting that they were not otherwise commercially viable).
3. Making customers part of the business by employing refugees can increase impact
To help refugees achieve their aspirations of economic self-sufficiency—especially since they typically experience many years of displacement—many businesses, both large and small, were motivated by the Syrian crisis to hire refugees. There is significant scope to expand these practices going forward (in countries with amenable labor laws)—for instance, a consortium of over 45 British businesses has announced plans to hire Ukrainian refugees, using the tools and guidance created by organizations that advocate for refugee employment. The Tent Foundation, for example, has produced tailored guides on refugee hiring for enterprises in the Netherlands, Italy, Australia, Spain, France, the U.S., the U.K. and other countries. Meanwhile, the nonprofit Talent Beyond Boundaries has built the networks and expertise to help companies in the U.K., U.S., Australia and Canada source refugee talent globally. Multilateral organizations also continue their efforts to address the legal barriers that have constrained refugee employment in some countries.
4. Supporting refugees’ businesses is key to boosting their livelihoods
Businesses started by refugees themselves are an important—but often overlooked—component of the role of private enterprise in alleviating refugee crises. Refugee business owners not only create livelihood opportunities for themselves, they also provide jobs and services to other refugees in their communities. Yet entrepreneurial refugees still face significantly greater hurdles than the average entrepreneur, and established companies have a role to play in unlocking their potential. In recent years, some companies have begun to contribute funding, employee volunteers and/or other support to organizations—e.g., accelerator programs and community-focused financial institutions—that promote refugee entrepreneurship, although more is still needed. Other companies, like Ikea, have sought to source from refugee-owned businesses, though not all of these businesses are candidates for inclusion in supply chains.
5. It’s important to commit to the long haul, even after headlines fade
The average refugee experience lasts 10 – 15 years, but the burst of initial support from private sector actors—as well as the general public—has typically not translated into longer-term involvement. Since most initiatives have limited financial sustainability, enterprises have little incentive to continue them after public interest wanes and customer and employee focus shifts elsewhere. Indeed, after enterprises’ support for refugee initiatives ramped up in 2015 and 2016, it started to trend downward in the following years. In addition, based on my analysis of the status of pledges made at the 2019 Global Refugee Forum, only a fraction of businesses (12%) have fulfilled the pledges they committed to (amidst great fanfare) as part of the Global Compact on Refugees. Given this past trend, companies aiming to support refugees should commit in advance to multi-year efforts.
6. Not all innovations deliver their intended impacts
Based on the pattern of activity that followed the Syrian refugee crisis, we can expect to see a proliferation of inventive, entrepreneurial responses to help Ukrainian refugees. But while the potential for innovations (especially tech-led) can be an exciting prospect, these “refugee-impact” ventures or initiatives often fall short of their aspirations. As founders of two tech-based refugee-focused ventures—NeedsList and Tykn Tech—have cautioned their peers, innovations developed far from refugee communities risk failure by missing the mark on refugees’ needs or adoption patterns, or by underestimating the challenges of rolling out in distant, complex settings.
Additionally, since ambitious solutions have often arisen from within the venture capital ecosystem—rather than the development impact space—their teams have rarely adopted the established practices of impact measurement. This matters because a highly-scalable concept is of questionable value if there is no evidence to show how many refugees it has actually reached—let alone to what degree it has benefitted them. The resulting outcome is a landscape littered with many failed startups, which captured the attention (and resources) of the social impact ecosystem—but in reality lacked the viability to get off the ground. The business world encourages self-reliance, but we should avoid the assumption that experience in one sector translates into expertise in refugee-related contexts.
7. Flying solo doesn’t work—partnerships are essential for effective impact
Enterprise leaders and entrepreneurs who are newly motivated to assist refugees may have a blind spot when it comes to the existence of other organizations that are already active in this field. They should enter into this work with the assumption that regardless of the nature of their initiatives, there is a partner already well-positioned to provide guidance, cooperation and/or potential access to helpful resources. (Some recommendations for successful partnerships are found in this IFC study.)
8. The host community also needs support
An influx of refugees can strain the infrastructure and resources of host communities—many of which have their own economic challenges. For this reason, enterprises should plan their programs and partnerships in ways that also support host community needs, and that enhance social integration between refugees and their surrounding communities. This approach could include working with accelerator programs that train both host community and refugee entrepreneurs, among other options.
9. The current refugee crisis is only part of the challenge – and opportunity
As of mid-2021, i.e., well before the invasion of Ukraine, over 30 million people in the world had refugee or refugee-like status—including 2.6 million from Afghanistan, 6.8 million from Syria, 4.1 million from Venezuela, and millions more from other countries. No matter where a particular business operates, chances are that there are refugees in its midst—in fact, 14% of refugees reside in developed countries. Even refugees in other geographies can offer value directly related to an enterprise’s core business, in the form of professional skills/human talent, supply chains or potential technology partnerships. Supporting already-resettled refugees—such as via hiring or entrepreneurship support—supplements the capacity of refugee assistance organizations, and thus indirectly helps benefit people with more acute needs, such as those in the process of fleeing Ukraine. Moreover, it creates the same types of positive outcomes that motivate enterprises to help those whose lives have been upended by the war in Ukraine: alleviating human suffering and unlocking refugees’ potential to contribute their talents and capabilities to the global community.
The varied initiatives discussed above provide both excellent examples of how enterprises have worked to support refugees displaced in previous crises, as well as warnings about the pitfalls they’ve encountered when good intentions didn’t equate to good outcomes. On the positive side, companies’ collective efforts provided a great deal of support of various kinds in recent years, and many companies have subsequently supported refugees in other emergencies. And cross-sectoral collaboration among the many businesses that are engaged in this work has resulted in knowledge-sharing and recommended good practices. But on the other hand, these initiatives did not truly live up to their potential to support refugees beyond the short term. Even prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, evidence suggests that overall, these initial activities failed to solidify into a consistent, effective effort to reduce refugees’ challenges.
Nevertheless, it is promising to now see a number of companies launching initiatives to help Ukrainian refugees. But if they hope to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past, and to make a genuine impact on refugees from Ukraine, Afghanistan and other countries, enterprises and other organizations should be aware of the challenges and failures of past efforts to leverage business tools for the benefit of refugee populations. The insights discussed in this article can provide them with guidance to draw from, as they consider how to support refugees in 2022 and beyond.
Betsy Alley is an independent researcher and analyst focusing on issues related to impact investment and development finance.
Photo courtesy of manhhai.


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Isabel Ruppel '21
I’m writing to you because I broke up with that artist friend of yours. Jazz player. I don’t want to write his name. That’s petty of me but that’s where I’m at right now. So, I’m writing because I know he will write it down better than I will and he’ll give it a tragic twist and set it to some trilling and everyone is going to believe him because it’ll sound so much more lovely when he tells it.
But, Cecil, I really don’t care what the rest of them think about this, all right? So you don’t need to go handing this letter over to one of your editor or publishing friends. This is for you.
I don’t know if you’ve ever been someone's muse. There are lots of movies about it, and books, but I don’t know if it’s ever happened to you. You run in those sorts of circles though, Cecil, the sorts of groups where people claim muses. If no one’s claimed you yet, you should get out while you can. You have blond hair and blush easily; I can’t imagine you haven't been snatched up... kept in some mason jar with little puncture marks in its golden lid. Are you still in that jar?
Anyway, I was his muse. The arbiter of his art. At first it was really lovely. He would have me pose naked like he was a painter; he would look me over and compose. He used to dress me up in silk and introduce me as his inspiration at all those smoky clubs he plays at, you know the ones. He never used my name; it was always, ‘my muse’ or ‘my art’ or ‘my melody.’ Always his and always something superhuman, never just a woman. But I loved it then. I loved it. I probably wouldn’t have answered to my own name even if he had used it.
Well, for a long sunny while, everything was a dream, and I was more than human with him. I was divine, I didn’t touch the ground when I walked, I came apart into sparkling mist when he called. It was all champagne bubbles and piano keys.
But you can only write about a bright thing for so long. He saw me cry once and told me I looked more beautiful than when I smiled. The way he lit up watching me cry, I’ll never forget it. It made me feel very profound and grown up and sophisticated to be so beautiful and miserable. He loved me more then, when I was coming undone, than when I whole.
I was his “blue period,” he said. I don’t think you understand. I was sadness itself to him. He wrote so well then, and everything was dark but it was also very wonderful. I don’t want to get too specific here—it’s not something I want to write down—but I can say that he became very fascinated with my pain. But he wrote better than ever, and all his artist friends fawned over me and kissed my cheeks like we were in Paris.
He said I was death to him, eventually. We were sitting in that restaurant just down the block with a candle between us. He said it like that was the height of romance. I had graduated from mere sadness. He wrote somewhere that my eyes were... “like the death of autumn” and that I made him “ache like I’d cut him open,” and that he loved me for it. He said I was death to him. Do you know what it feels like to be named someone's death? I guess it feels something like dying.
He’ll write about all this and say it better, and he might have all the facts, but it won’t be true.
Cecil, what they don’t tell you is that white wine with frozen grapes is really wonderful and it will feel worth shedding your personhood over if you let it.


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No. 5 C.W. Post Women Thwart Queens (N.Y.)
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FLUSHING, N.Y. – The fifth-ranked C.W. Post women's lacrosse team held off Queens earlier today in conference play to come up with a 10-9 win behind three different players totaling four points.
With the win, the Pioneers improve to an overall record of 7-1 that also includes an improvement to 3-0 in conference action. The Knights go 5-2 on the season and fall to 0-2 in the conference thus far.
C.W. Post jumped out to a 3-0 lead over the course of the first 15 minutes of the game, started off by Nan Mayott (Islip, N.Y.) less than six minutes into the first half. Almost six minutes later, Mayott assisted on the second goal of the game as she found Abigail Ross (Miller Place, N.Y.) to make the score 2-0. The third of the opening goals came off the stick of Samantha Losco (Smithtown, N.Y.), as the sophomore put the Pioneers up 3-0 nearly halfway through the first half.
With under 13 minutes to play in the opening half, Queens cut into the Pioneer lead with the team's first goal of the game as Sarah Boucher connected on a free position shot to make the score 3-1. C.W. Post grew the lead back to 5-1 over the final minutes of the first half behind goals from Ashley Olen (East Islip, N.Y.) and then Jackie Sileo (Wantagh, N.Y.), with Mayott coming up with her second assist on Sileo's goal.
Going into the half, C.W. Post held a 5-2 lead as Boucher managed to assist on a goal by Heather Rosen with just 14 seconds left on the clock.
Opening the second half, the Pioneer increased the lead by two more goals between goals by Kathleen Rotan (West Islip, N.Y.) and Olen. Olen assisted on Rotan's goal before scoring her second of the game, with Sileo being credited with the assist on that.
Queens managed to bring the scoring to 8-5 before the Pioneers increased the margin to 10-5 with eight minutes left. Mayott and Losco were responsible for the goals, as the two each recorded their second goals of the game.
Over the final eight minutes of the game, the Knights scored four unanswered goals to make the deficit one goal at 10-9 with 1:51 remaining in the contest. The draw control following the Knights was goal was taken by Aimee Capps (Rocky Point, N.Y.) and allowed the Pioneers to control the clock down the stretch with the final score being that 10-9 score.
Sileo, Olen, and Mayott all totaled four points each to lead C.W. Post during the game. Sileo earned her points with three assists and a goal, Olen totaled three goals and an assist, while Mayott went with an equal two goals and two assists. As a team, the Pioneers used an 18-11 ground ball advantage to help secure position despite being defeated on draw controls by a 16-5 disadvantage.
Rosen led the way for Queens with five points on three goals and two assists and both Boucher and Kayleen Kelty totaled four points. Khali Evans made 12 saves in goals for the Knights.
Between the pipes for C.W. Post was Dominique Mosca (Merrick, N.Y.), who came up with the victory on 15 saves made as Queens came up with 34 shots.
Next on the schedule for the Pioneers will be a non-conference game against the 11th-ranked team in the nation, Merrimack, this Saturday in North Andover, Mass. The contest is scheduled for a 12 p.m. start on Merrimack's home field.
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