Market Report: Gambling traders moving into Bwin
Friday 05 October 2012
City traders like a gamble, right? Well there were certainly enough punters fond of a flutter to push Bwin.Party Digital Entertainment up more than 6 per cent yesterday. The online poker business has been the subject of spurious bid rumours over the past month and yesterday the rumours, on a predominantly quiet Thursday, increased.
Private-equity players or overseas competitors were suggested as potential bidders by hopeful traders. Its shares moved up 6.8p to 116.1p. The sector is waiting to see what happens with William Hill and GVC Holdings' interest in Sportingbet. The pair are rumoured to be coming back with a 60p-a-share bid. If Ladbrokes is well out of the race, some traders thought Ladbrokes might look at a merger with Bwin.Party instead. But with an extremely difficult market for online poker and various legislative and tax issues in Europe, not least Germany, other traders urged caution.
After falls in early summer, Bwin's shares have jumped more than 26 per cent in the past month. Ladbrokes moved up 2.4p to 177.9p.
Traders also turned their focus to the pest controller Rentokil, with very vague whispers of bidder interest pushing the shares up 4.25p to 87.25p.
Traders still not out of energy to add grist to the rumour mill found something to talk about in the restaurants and pubs company Mitchells & Butlers. Its shares fizzed up 8.6p to 301p as traders hoped there could be more stakebuilding.
Moving toward the end of a very quiet week characterised by low volumes, the benchmark FTSE 100 index gained 1.97 points to 5,827.78, despite the eurozone shenanigans rattling on with the Spanish debt crisis unresolved and the European Central Bank's press conference an anti-climax.
Chelsea's team may have just beaten Arsenal and FC Nordsjælland to continue their winning streak, but Roman Abramovich was not enjoying such a good result yesterday. Russia's biggest steelmaker and coalminer, Evraz, backed by Mr Abramovich, tunnelled towards the bottom of the Footsie after announcing it is almost doubling its stake in the digger Raspadskaya. Evraz is raising its share in the coal producer from 42 per cent to 82 per cent in an $800m (£500m) cash-and-shares deal. The move will give Evraz more control over the supply of the coking coal used to make steel, and is likely to make it the largest coking coal producer in Russia. But traders were unhappy, citing fears of over-exposure, and Evraz's shares lost 2.2p to 245.1p.
Back in July, Morgan Stanley said it was concerned that Evraz is assuming higher steel, coal and iron-ore prices than analysts forecast, which could affect its projected earnings. The broker warned: "Evraz's coking coal and iron ore prices in 2016 are 18 per cent and 25 per cent above our estimates."
On the subject of coal-miners, Nat Rothschild's long-suffering, debt-laden Bumi was in focus again. Its subsidiary PT Bumi Resources, Indonesia's biggest exporter of thermal coal, said it will bring in a strategic partner as part of a fundraising drive, and Liberum Capital warned "any rights issue undertaken … would be targeted to a new strategic shareholder and therefore be dilutive to [Bumi's] shareholders." Nonetheless, Bumi's shares lifted 1p to 161p.
Tate & Lyle got a boost from analysts at Credit Suisse and Investec, who raised their target prices to 750p and 700p. Its shares rose 12.5p to 687p.
On yer bike – the Olympics effect has taken hold of the nation. The bike and car-accessories retailer Halfords unveiled a new chief executive – Matt Davies from Pets at Home – and an update showing that sales raced up 14.7 per cent in the quarter. The shares rose 37.5p to 303.5p.
Aim-listed alternative-energy firm Ceres Power wasn't so lucky. The cash-strapped fuel-cell technology developer said it had been unable to secure sufficient funding to keep the business going and its shares crashed 6.7p to 2p.
Meanwhile the oil explorer and punters' favourite Gulf Keystone Petroleum revealed it will raise $200m via convertible bonds to develop its Shaikan block in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. Its shares retreated 19p to 211p on the news. But traders thought that the relatively insignificant fall, compared with its usual peaks and troughs, meant many of the sellers were being absorbed by the market.
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New York, November 22, 2006—Roberto Marcos García, a reporter for the Veracruz-based publication Testimonio and local correspondent for the Mexico City weekly Alarma, was found murdered yesterday in southern Mexico. The Committee to Protect Journalists is investigating possible links between García’s murder and his journalism.
García, who was traveling from Veracruz to the nearby city of Alvarado on his motorcycle, was run down by a car with Mexico City plates at 1 p.m. near the town of La Matoza, the Mexican press reported. Unidentified assailants shot García, while he was on the ground, twice on the head and at least four times in the chest, according to press reports and a CPJ source.
Marco Antonio Aguilar Yunes, Deputy Prosecutor for the State of Veracruz, told the U.S.-based television news channel Univisión that authorities had found bullet casings from at least two guns at the scene, and had recovered the attackers’ car. He said police had not determined a motive for the murder.
García had reported for 13 years on violent crime and drug trafficking in Veracruz, a colleague told CPJ. García’s last report, which was published a week before his death in the bimonthly Testimonio, detailed the activities of a gang of thieves who stole goods coming into Veracruz port, said García’s colleague. Other reporters in Veracruz said that García had previously received death threats on his cellular phone.
“We are saddened by the murder of our colleague Roberto Marcos García, and concerned about the series of murderous attacks against the Mexican press this year” said CPJ Executive Director Joel Simon.
CPJ research shows that five other journalists have been killed in Mexico this year. CPJ has confirmed that one of the five journalists was slain in connection with his reporting. It continues to investigate the killings of the four others.
Mexico City, May 30, 2018--Authorities in the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas must undertake a swift and credible investigation into the death of Héctor González Antonio, a correspondent for the national newspaper Excelsior and the television broadcaster Imagen, the Committee to Protect Journalists said today....
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PITTSBURGH >> The razzing began as soon as Donte DiVincenzo walked into the locker room following Villanova’s 81-58 romp over Alabama Saturday afternoon in the second round of the NCAA tournament.
It started with a quiet round of applause followed by a few verbal barbs.
“There he is,” forward Eric Paschall said as DiVincenzo walked into the room following his postgame interview responsibilities. “Did you tell them you have to put your (shooting) hand into a bucket of ice water at halftime?”
“The Big Ragu,” as DiVincenzo has come to be known, just smiled.
Paschall wasn’t done.
“Where’s the other one?” Paschall said, referring to swingman Mikal Bridges.
Phil Booth and Dahmir Cosby-Roundtree chimed in, too. That’s the bond that develops over a long season.
Score 18 and 23 points, as DiVincenzo and Bridges did, respectively, to get the top-seeded Wildcats (32-4) to the Sweet 16 for the second time in three years, and you can expect a little good-natured ribbing from your teammates.
“It’s all love between everybody,” Bridges said. “We’re going to get on each other if we’re not doing this or that, and that’s what my teammates did. They got on me. They pushed me to play and all the credit has to go to my teammates and my coaches for that second half.”
All eyes were on DiVincenzo and Bridges after the show they put on at PPG Paints Arena. With Jalen Brunson and Omari Spellman in foul trouble, and Bridges and Booth struggling to get into an offensive rhythm, it fell to DiVincenzo to carry the offensive load in the first half.
The 6-5 redshirt sophomore was happy to oblige. He scored all 18 of his points in the first half to stake the Wildcats to a 32-27 advantage. DiVincenzo shot 6-for-10 overall and 5-for-9 from 3-point land in the first, and connected on three straight triples to break the game open.
“When Jalen went out early with two fouls (from) being aggressive defensively, I had to go in there and be aggressive as well,” DiVincenzo said. “We were just running things, and I started making shots. Once I started making shots, I noticed they started loading toward me. I knew there was more attention on me so I just had to continue to make the right decisions, whether it was another shot or getting one of my teammates an open look.”
Football coaches like to call it “the next man up,” and it’s the same with basketball. But it also shows just how deep and dangerous the Wildcats are. The captains – Brunson, Bridges and Booth – shot a combined 1-for-10 and 1-for-7 from deep for a grand total of seven points, and Villanova was still able to take a five-point lead into the locker room at half.
“A lot of people say we have six starters, including myself, but we have more than six players,” DiVincenzo said. “We have Collin (Gillespie) and Dada (Cosby-Roundtree) coming in behind me and they bring great energy, too, so I guess you could say it is next man up.”
DiVincenzo is no stranger to shining on the big stage. It was his third game of at least 15 points in four NCAA tournament appearances. He is averaging 15.5 points per game in the tournament for his career.
“That’s just the flow of the game,” DiVincenzo said. “(Thursday) I felt I could have gotten a few more shots up just by being aggressive, but I was just trying to make the right play and I think I ended up with eight assists.”
DiVincenzo did cool off in the second half as if someone had put his hand in that bucket of ice water. No problem, though, Bridges was there to take the baton and run with it. The 6-7 redshirt junior scored 16 points in an 18-1 tear in the opening four minutes of the second half, and wound up scoring 22 points after the break.
Alabama never recovered from that opening salvo.
“My teammates found me, and I knocked down shots,” Bridges said.
It was that way all weekend. The Wildcats put on an impressive display of 3-point shooting in the first two rounds. The Wildcats shot 17-for-41 from deep against the Tide. That came on the heels of a 14-for-27 performance against Radford Thursday, making Villanova the first team in tournament history with at least 14 triples in its first two games.
It also gave the Wildcats a chance to poke a little fun at their teammates’ expense.
“It’s all good,” DiVincenzo said.


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We grill emerging UK producer extraordinaire Kirk Spencer, to talk about the inspiration behind his new EP ‘Kingdom’.
Known for his blistering blends of entrancing synth and imaginative versatility, Kirk Spencer, the 24 year-old Nottingham musician retains all of the intricacies and atmospherics that ensured his previous EP, aptly titled ‘Wonderland’ was a captivating listen.
With follow-up ‘Kingdom’, Spencer coincidently reaches for the darker shades of his musical palette. Subsequent opener ‘Human,’ featuring Solomon Grey, is a glimmering example: with deep, vibrant bass assisting the vocal crescendos that characterise the introductory track. ‘Kingdom’ also marks a reflective output on which Spencer’s amalgamative abilities ensure intelligent chord progressions aren’t climactic without riding first the ethereal ambience and bass-ridden build ups Spencer has at his disposal. We went in to find out more about the enigmatic new talent.
How did you start making music and what inspired it?
Radcliffe on Trent, the village I grew up in, had a few young bands that made a small exciting scene and that made me want to start playing guitar and start my own band “Od Sox” with some friends at school with my younger brother on the drums. From then I got inspired by everything around me growing up in Nottingham.
What kinds of music were you listening too as you were growing up in?
Nottingham is a very diverse city musically, I would say I was listening to everything I could, from punk bands in my village, to “world” music from the college library, to grime and hip hop in the Community Recording Studios. I listened to electronic music in the clubs, heavy metal from college bands, Now40 compilations as a Kid and Indian Classical music from my mum.
Nottingham has a fantastic live music scene – how does the city compare to other big creative hubs like London and Manchester?
From what I’ve seen with my taste in electronic music Nottingham hasn’t been a particularly cultivating place live-music wise, however I’m very much into a small specialist electronic music scene and I think it’s a lot better for bands. It has so much talent and creativity that is overwhelming and the people of Nottingham really support the artists and go crazy which is why I love playing there.
Do you have any specific records or artists that have inspired you the most?
Nottingham artists like Scorzayzee, Late of the Pier, Nick Stez and Metaphi, really inspired me because they demonstrated that it was possible and they made great music.
You’ve collaborated with a hoard of fantastic talent – what have been the highlights?
Musically that’s the hardest question, however over the last 6 months I have been honoured to be working with Jae Ho who is a visual artist from South Korea now living in London, we share the same interests musically and visually. We have been working on the Live Band Show along with the amazing CJ Mirra and Fred Laurie. His visuals for the Live show are so suited to my taste.
Who would you love to work with – if you could choose any other artist, who would be your first choice?
The film maker Gaspor Noe who did Enter the Void and Irreversible. I would love to soundtrack one of his films.
Which track do you wish you had written, by another musician?
Masked Ball (Long Version) – Eyes Wide Shut – Jocelyn Pook
You also remix a lot for other artists – do you prefer making your ow music or reworking other people’s tracks?
It’s a similar process for me creatively because when I remix I never use to much of the original content in the track so it’s like making my own track. I always end up remixing my own tracks which result in the final version.
Who would you love to produce / remix for?
Artists that are completely different to me. Lana Del Ray, Shangaan Electro and Omar Souleyman would be amazing.
Tell us more about the new EP? How does it progress from your previous work?
It’s quite a blur on how it was made but I remember for each track on the EP I had a moment when the music surrounded me and thats when I knew It was nice to me. It is quite a lot darker than my previous music, a lot of the concepts are really personal to me, It’s all inspired by real moments I’ve experienced, it’s more concise, the mixes are a lot better and is closer to my music taste than anything I have done before.
What are your 3 top tracks of the moment?
1. Andy Stott – Numb
2. ASAP MOB – Hella Hoes
3. Alessi Brothers – Seabird
What is the process of making music – how do you begin to create and construct a track?
The process is always different for me. The more new and different the process, the more inspired I find I get. Human was made by messing with an Indonesian gong then adding the drums and bass around the gong sound and then working with Solomon Grey to come up with vocals. Primrose was made in my mates Primrose Hill flat, playing on his landlords Piano. It was a hot, beautiful day and I came up with the chords and it sparked the whole idea of the song and lyrics.
How do you plan on spending the summer?
I’ll be making new music, playing gigs, designing clothing, building up STRANGERZOO and seeing different parts of the world.
Find out more from Kirk Spencer here.

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Mr. California….Meet Mr. Oregon
But I did have a chance to speak with a client with many years experience growing grapes and making wine in this neck of the woods. I asked him, "just what effect is this going to have on the grapes and the harvest. Instead of giving me a response about mold or rot as I suspected he pointed out something I hadn’t even considered:
"We are getting a taste of how the rest of the world grows grapes," he said. "A colleague from Oregon tells me ‘California is experiencing what we up in Oregon wine country call a pretty good season so far’"
Which of course made me reflect on what I’ve said and what I’ve heard many others say over the years: "If Burgundians or Bordelais could trade in their climate for our climate here in California they do so in a heartbeat."
Which of course is true, no matter what the French say about "terroir" only existing in the great vineyards of France. Grape growers in California do live a bit of a charmed life when it comes to the conditions under which they grow their grapes…this odd, fine, Oregon-like weather aside.

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My first exposure to Elucid’s brand of audible mindrape came during the 4th Annual Yule Prog, where his all-out sonic assault of a set suffered from a few major technical difficulties (the kind of feedback that momentarily deafens you and leaves your ears ringing for days). Nevertheless, my interest was piqued enough that I soon downloaded his 2009 and 2010 albums, The Sub Bass Diet and Super Chocolate Black Simian. It was after listening to these when I began to really appreciate the MC’s gutteral intensity and forward-thinking beat selection.
Fast-forward to Yule Prog 5. Elucid has now teamed with fellow Brooklyn transplant and progressive hip-hop production wunderkind A.M. Breakups to form Cult Favorite. The duo’s show-stealing performance (especially impressive in light of the night’s heavy-hitting lineup) has me me on the low calling these guys the next Public Enemy, Breakups’ discordant yet anthemic beats serving as the ideal poster board for Elucid’s outraged calls to arms. They followed this performance up with The Kingdom Mix, almost 20 minutes of punch-you-in-your-shit insanity, and of course another knock-out performance at Yule Prog 6.
That said, one would be remiss to ignore Elucid’s latest contribution to the Brooklyn-raised prog-hop scene. This nearly one-hour continuous mix comes guaranteed to turn a fuckboy’s knuckles white. And while you’re enjoying these digi plants, look out for the group’s debut album, which, last I heard, is scheduled for a March 5 digital/vinyl release.


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October 25, 1995–twenty years ago.
What an awful day.
That was the day of the Fox River Grove school bus-Metra train collusion.
Substitute driver unfamiliar with the route.
Mercifully, I remained blissfully ignorant of the morning crash until about noon.
Meanwhile, my brother-in-law, Dr. Joe Giangrasso, was treating the victims in Good Shepherd Hospital’s Emergency Room and my lab manager wife was running a reporter out of hospital bathroom where he were hiding.
The Fox River Grove tragedy was reported nationwide…for weeks.
Millions of people could identify with the District 155 Cary-Grove High School victims.
I introduced a resolution which I have put below this story.
The resolution designated the railroad crossing “Seven Angels Crossing,” using a Cary-Grove High Schooler’s terminology.
The Daily Herald printed it in full, prompting a local resident to give me a short course in angels.
He patiently told me that the dead children were not angels, that that was not Biblical.
Of course, upon reflection, I realized he was correct.
Before I got the call, I had envisioned a sign saying “Seven Angels Crossing” arching over the street where the accident occurred. Of course, that was left up to those in Fox River Grove.
Fox River Grove residents did what they always do.
They did what they could with what they had.
There is a rock with bronze plaques on two sides at the accident site.
There is also a small plaza in front of the library a block away built with donations and some legislative initiative money, otherwise, known as “pork,” from my allotment.
Seven died as a result of the Fox River Grove school bus-Metra train crash.
And there was the “God picture” taken by a man across the street.
It was on film and showed a shaft of light coming down from the sky onto the bus.
Examination by photo experts indicated that it was not something that would have ordinarily happened.
I remember someone telling me that the photographer was offered $100,000 by one of the tabloids for publication rights.
(A picture of someone holding the photo was published in the Daily Herald.)
He refused the offer, but was willing to give copies to anyone who requested one, which my wife did.
The families of the teens who were killed and injured were not monetarily motivated.
They settled for $27 million.
That was covered by the insurance which Crystal Lake District 47 and District 155 had, plus much too little from state government, whose decision to save parking places on the north side of Route 14 when the road was widened arguably caused the accident as much as anything else.
There were calls from the parents to lower the speed limit from 70 miles per hour to 50.
Village President Bill Yocius convinced me to introduce the bill.
I got it out of committee and worked the House floor.
Republican Leader Lee Daniels had his assistants approaching people to vote against the legislation.
One told me that Metra Board Chairman Jeff Ladd had told him he didn’t want the bill passed.
The opposition’s argument was two-fold:
- No where else in the country was there such a speed limit
- It wouldn’t have made any difference if the express train was going 50 MPH or 70 MPH
The assistant leader who told me clearly was sympathetic with my bill and just going through the motions.
I talked to all the reps. on the House floor, kneeling by their desks as other legislation was being considered.
Afterward, one family member or supporting village official standing in the rear gallery told me they could see minds on the Democratic Party side of the aisle changing as I moved from member to member.
I can’t remember what the vote was, but the bill passed.
Senator Dick Klemm put a several year time limit on the speed reduction and that’s how the bill passed.
I hope it helped in some small way to ease the immense pain inflicted on the seven families.
One of those killed, Jeffrey Clark, was set to receive his Eagle Scout Award the night of my big fundraiser.
I has the privilege of speaking to the several others who were to receive the Award the same nightand community members at the Methodist Church.
All I can remember saying was that they now had to do more for society than they would have otherwise in order to honor their friend.
Frankly, I’m amazed I could get that small thought out without breaking up.
If Illinois government had had its head screwed on straight, there would be an underpass somewhere in Fox River Grove.
Every town in McHenry County has an underpass or an overpass for the railroad line. (Woodstock’s is only one lane and traffic was incredibly backed up a couple of weeks ago when the crossing gates were down after a lightning strike near the Square.)
The most recent underpass, in Cary, was built when Route 14 was widened.
Even now, the Council of Mayors could put such a Fox River Grove potential lifesaver on McHenry County’s priority list.
I hope the municipal leaders do so, even though cost would be immense.
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The Illinois House Joint Resolution follows:
House Joint Resolution 63
WHEREAS, This Body joins with the nation and the world in offering support and sympathy to the grieving citizens of Fox River Grove and the Cary-Grove High School; and
WHEREAS, The entire country was shocked at the tragedy that occurred on Wednesday, October 25, when the Cary-Grove High School bus was struck by a Metra train in Fox River Grove; and
WHEREAS, The accident claimed the lives of seven innocent students: Jeffrey J. Clark, Stephanie Lynn Fulham, Susana Guzman, Michael Bennett, Joseph Kaite, Shawn Robinson, and Tiffany Schneider; and
WHEREAS, Our heartfelt sympathy goes to the families of these young people; classmates and neighbors sign the praises of these bright lights, extinguished too soon; and
WHEREAS, We offer our moral support to the survivors of the accident and their families and friends and our empathy to the bus driver, Patricia Catencamp, an the train engineer, Ford Dotson, with the hope they all will find comfort and peace; and
WHEREAS, House Rule 3-6(a) generally prohibits memorial resolutions; the House has waived this rule and made an exception in order to allow the consideration and adoption of this resolution as an expression of our deep concern for all involved in this tragedy’ and
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE EIGHTY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING THEREIN, that we extend our deepest sympathy to the victims and families of the injured and deceased; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the railroad crossing in Fox River Grove be designated “Seven Angels Crossing” and that the Illinois Department of Transportation be directed to erect an appropriate marker in recognition of this designation and be it further
RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the parents of Jeffrey J. Clark, Stephanie Lynn Fulham, Susana Guzman, Michael Bennett, Joseph Kaite, Shawn Robinson, and Tiffany Schneider, to the principal of Cary-Grove High School on behalf of the students, to Patricia Calencamp, to Ford Dotson, and to the Secretary of the Illinois Department of Transporation.
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Data has always been important in business, of course. But with the arrival of digital data—its volume, depth, and accessibility—it has become clear it is key to helping Wuxi Powerston Technology Co.,Ltd develop sustainable competitive advantage.


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We have been returning frequently to the lens of Amos’s eventual reclamation of her Y Kant Tori Read work, mostly in the course of her 2014 tour. And so it’s fitting that we end discussion of that period of her career with the first song from the period that she played live, the album closer, “Etienne.” It happened on April 28th, in her old stomping grounds of Washington DC, about two month into the 1996 Dew Drop Inn tour for Boys for Pele, and five days before she debuted “Cool on Your Island” in a medley with “Hey Jupiter.” It went on to feature twenty-six times over the course of that tour—far from one of the most played songs, but in no way one of the least either, and ahead of multiple songs from all three of her albums up to that point. She cooled on the song a bit past that—those twenty-six performances make up nearly half of the song’s total appearances—but once reclaimed it never entirely left her setlists.
Of course, “Etienne” marks only a part of the Etienne Trilogy—on the CD it’s saddled with a synth-heavy opening by Amos and Bullard entitled “The Highlands” that spends about 90 seconds stalling for time before Amos’s piano comes in for the main song, and given a bagpipe-based rendition of the traditional “Skyeboat Song” as an outro that, at sixty seconds, is almost perfectly designed to finish just as you locate the remote to turn it off anyway. These excesses serve to ground the song within the album, where it would otherwise be an odd fit for precisely the reason it had such an easy time being integrated into Amos’s later career: at its heart, “Etienne” is a straightforward piano ballad.
The simplicity of this similarity, however, poses a trap. Asked in a 1998 interview about whether the song represented “more of what you were wanting to do” than the rest of the album, Amos was withering, replying, “Not necessarily, it was more just me at the piano.” When the interviewer attempted to push the point, she firmly rejected the idea of comparing her solo work to “Etienne,” noting that if there was a similarity between it and “Precious Things,” “Waitress,” or “Cruel” then “I wouldn’t have made the four records I just made.” This is a puzzling claim with a questionable understanding of how artistic development works (does she also reject the idea of comparing those three songs to each other?), but it highlights the problems with treating “Etienne” as though it’s some sort of “proper” Tori Amos song orphaned on Y Kant Tori Read.
Amos eventually threw the interviewer a bone, offering that “‘Etienne,’ as a song, was more of what I was doing before I came to L.A.” We’ve already looked at her pre-L.A. work (or at least, people who back me on Patreon have), and there’s a sense to this: the bulk of those songs are love songs in which Amos seems to be going through a writing exercise of imagining different perspectives and narrators to work with. That’s certainly not the only way to approach “Etienne,” but it works. This time her narrator is a woman whose sense of identity is lost or fragmented. The verses consist of hypotheses as to who she might be—perhaps she’s ”a witch lost in time / running through the fields of Scotland by your side,” or potentially “you’re a knight who saved my life / maybe we faced the fire side by side.” Through this, her lone certainty is her love for the titular Etienne.
Clearly this is not an autobiographical song, although little on Y Kant Tori Read straightforwardly is save, perhaps, “Floating City.” But there is something to the claim that “Etienne” is a more personal work than most of the album. As we discussed back with “Pirates,” Amos has a substantial love of fantasy aesthetics. And so while she is (probably?) not actually witch lost in time, one suspects that this song is one that’s closer to her actual interests and passions than, say, “Fayth” or (since it’s probably our last opportunity to dunk on it) “Heart Attack at 23.”
It’s not that “Etienne” is particularly deep in its handling of fantasy aesthetics. Its lyrics are largely stuff like “here we are again / under the same sky / as the g*psy crystal slowly dies”* that feel ripped from any number of cheesy 80s fantasy semi-classics. Indeed, a solid bet for where the name Etienne came from, aside from just having a pleasantly exotic fantasy quality, is Rutger Hauer’s character in Richard Donner’s 1985 classic of turophilic fantasy Ladyhawke, a film it’s easy to imagine Amos enjoying. But it’s still rooted in Amos’s actual interests and aesthetics. I’ve made the case frequently that the decades-long burying of the album was unfair, and that there’s more of a line from it to Little Earthquakes than Amos or her fans tend to imply. Nevertheless, the Tori Amos that we recognize as a visionary musician is visible only in scattered flashes on most songs, peeking through in a chord progression or a line. A bare handful—”Floating City” and “Cool on Your Island” most notably—feel like outright coherent antecedents. But “Etienne” stands alone as a song that feels, in its entirety, like what you’d expect from a pre-Little Earthquakes Tori Amos song if you knew nothing of Y Kant Tori Read.
In this regard, the chorus takes on a new meaning. Amos’s time-lost witch, after all, is consumed by her lack of self-identity, singing to her half-remembered lover that “by the morning / maybe we’ll remember / who I am.” It’s a question that Amos will shortly answer so directly as to practically be a response song: “here / silent all these years.”
*Given that Eruditorum Press is a committedly leftist site, I am obliged to address the use of the slur, which obviously is not a line that’s aged well. That said, one suspects that Amos in 1988 did not know that the word was a slur—that knowledge has been fairly slow to spread to general awareness. Amos can be more fairly criticized for not altering the line in subsequent performances, but equally, awareness of the term’s racist history remains scarce enough that even the committedly woke hip-hop artist Jidenna used it in his most recent single. Nevertheless, it’s a black mark on an otherwise pleasant song even if it does merely indicate ignorance instead of malice.
Recorded somewhere in 1987 or 1988 at any of half a dozen studios in the Los Angeles area. Only the middle portion, “Etienne,” has been played live, first in 1996, where it was most often used to close the show. It made sporadic appearances on subsequent tours.
From top: The Queen of the Moon, The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, 1988; Etienne, Ladyhawke, 1985


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On October 30th, 2021, the Collierville Pom teams swept the regional competition!
This year’s regional competition was held at Collierville High School. “It was our third year to host at the new school, and our fourth year [overall],” said Ginger Duke, president of the Collierville Pom booster club.
The regional competition is an invitational competition, where all you need to do is register. Several other Memphis area high schools, such as Houston and Arlington, competed, as well as schools from Gallatin, Hendersonville and North Mississippi.
There are two different divisions for competition – Game Day and Pom. The Collierville High School Varsity and Junior Varsity pom teams won both their divisions! Not only did they sweep the competition, but 2021 marks the 9th consecutive year that Collierville High School has won the title!
However, this competition isn’t just about high school. The Collierville Dragon Dancers, a pom team made up of both Collierville and West Collierville middle schoolers, also won both divisions! “This is our second year of this team having the two schools combined. It’s a great opportunity for them to get to know each other and dance together before going to high school,” said Duke.
All teams are coached by Carol Lloyd-Cross, and these girls dedicate several days a week to practicing their routines, particularly before a competition. “It’s a year-long sport,” explained Duke. “Our try-outs start in March, and our national competition is in February, so there’s really only about a six-week break between them.”
In February 2022, the Collierville pom teams – both high school and middle school – will be competing at Nationals in Orlando. “We earned our bid at camp [earlier this year],” said Duke. You can also catch Collierville pom in this year’s Christmas Parade!
Congratulations to the Collierville Pom teams and the Collierville Dragon Dancers on their win this weekend!


Last night, the highly anticipated celebrity boxing matches took place, captivating audiences around the world. The event showcased several intense bouts between well-known personalities, leaving fans eager to know who emerged victorious. In this article, we will provide a detailed account of the winners and their performances, covering various aspects of the matches.
Match 1: Celebrity A vs. Celebrity B
The first match of the night featured Celebrity A and Celebrity B. Both contenders displayed impressive athleticism and determination throughout the bout. Celebrity A showcased exceptional footwork and delivered powerful punches, ultimately securing a unanimous decision victory. Their strategic approach and ability to evade punches proved instrumental in their triumph.
Celebrity B, although not victorious, exhibited remarkable resilience and showcased their boxing skills. They landed several impactful blows and demonstrated great sportsmanship. Despite the loss, Celebrity B left a lasting impression on the audience with their unwavering determination.
Match 2: Celebrity C vs. Celebrity D
Celebrity C and Celebrity D stepped into the ring for the second match, creating an electrifying atmosphere. Both competitors brought their A-game, making it a closely contested battle. Celebrity C, known for their agility and quick reflexes, managed to outmaneuver Celebrity D, securing a split decision victory.
Celebrity D, although falling short in the judges’ eyes, exhibited tremendous strength and resilience. They unleashed a series of powerful punches, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. The match showcased the determination and skill of both participants, making it a memorable showdown.
Match 3: Celebrity E vs. Celebrity F
The third match of the evening pitted Celebrity E against Celebrity F, promising an intense clash. Celebrity E, renowned for their boxing prowess, dominated the bout from the start. Their precision and well-timed combinations overwhelmed Celebrity F, leading to a knockout victory in the third round.
Celebrity F, despite the defeat, demonstrated remarkable courage and resilience. They absorbed heavy blows and displayed an unwavering fighting spirit. The match highlighted the skill and determination of both competitors, leaving the audience in awe.
Match 4: Celebrity G vs. Celebrity H
Celebrity G and Celebrity H squared off in the final match of the night, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Both contenders showcased impressive boxing techniques, making it a challenging bout to judge. After a grueling battle, Celebrity G emerged as the winner, securing a unanimous decision victory.
Celebrity H displayed exceptional agility and delivered powerful punches throughout the match. They consistently pushed forward, keeping the pressure on Celebrity G. Despite the loss, Celebrity H’s performance left the audience in awe of their skills and determination.
Celebrity Boxing Matches Recap
The celebrity boxing matches last night were filled with thrilling moments and showcased the talents of various well-known personalities. Each match brought its own unique flavor, with winners demonstrating exceptional skills and losers leaving a lasting impression with their resilience.
The event not only entertained fans but also highlighted the dedication and hard work these celebrities put into their boxing training. It served as a reminder that boxing is a sport that requires discipline, strategy, and mental fortitude.
Overall, the winners of the celebrity boxing matches last night proved their mettle in the ring, while the losers showcased their determination and sportsmanship. The event was a resounding success, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the next installment of celebrity boxing.


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Last months have been very busy @ R-developments so the trackday civic has been progressing slowly. Today we did some work and the car is finally back on all 4 wheels! Kay came over to help me out and in a 3 hours we had everything mounted and set to hight (fronts need to come up as the fenders need to be placed first). I’m very happy with the way the set went on, the topmounts fit perfectly. Next up is getting the engine out one more time to place the oil pump and grind of a small piece on the rear to get the axle to clear. Then everything is going back in for definate! Get everything plumbed and wired in. And after that it’s going to be dyno tuned by Bekerom Tuning! Can’t wait, hopefully we can make the second round of time attack! More updates soon!
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Only 64.9% of adults and 85.9% of children have visited a dentist in the past year. Meanwhile, about 13.2% of children have untreated dental caries (cavities). Another 25.9% of adults have cavities as well.
Visiting your local family dentistry practice twice a year could benefit your entire family's oral health.
If you're concerned about your family's dental health, you might start Googling "what is a family dentist?" Look no further for answers. In this guide, we'll review everything you need to know about family dentistry.
Once you understand the services a local dentist can offer, you can start booking appointments for the entire family. Learn more about family dentistry with this comprehensive guide today.
If you live near Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Chino, or Wildomar, CA you can get the finest dental care from the caring and experienced dentists at Upland Dental Implant and Orthodontics.
What is Family Dentistry?
First, let's answer the question that likely brought you here: what is a family dentist?
Family dentists are extensively trained. They earn an undergraduate degree before attending dental school. Only then can they start treating patients.
Family dentists are a little different than general dentists.
It's a general dentist's job to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums. These dentists tend to focus on a specific age group, though. For example, a general dentist might not treat patients under the age of 16.
If you have children who are younger, you'll need to find another dentist in town. Unfortunately, visiting more than one dentist can become tedious. You'll have to drive across town to make sure everyone attends their appointments.
General dentists can offer routine cleanings as well as other dentistry services, including:
You won't have to drive across town to make sure every family member receives the care they need. Instead, every family member can visit the same dentist in one convenient location.
What Do Family Dentists Do?
Oral diseases affect about 3.5 billion people around the world. Visiting an experienced family dentist can improve your entire family's oral health.
Most dentists focus on both general and preventative dentistry.
First, make sure to schedule a visit to your family dentistry practice every six months. Regular check-ups allow your dentist to check for oral health issues. They can spot signs of decay and disease before the problem becomes more severe.
If you have younger children, talk to your dentist about their development.
Your dentist will make sure their teeth are growing in properly. If you have a history of oral health issues, let your dentist know. They can keep an eye out for potential issues.
During your routine check-ups, ask your dentist about fluoride treatments, too. You might want to ask about dental sealants for your children as well.
These family dentistry services can help prevent tooth decay.
Since tooth decay is common (especially in children), talk to your dentist about preventative dentistry services. First, your dentist will check for symptoms of cavities. If they identify a cavity, they can fill it.
Googling "best family dentist near me" can help your entire family receive the treatments they need. For example, you might need in-house orthodontic treatment. Orthodontics can ensure your family's teeth grow straight.
Straighter smiles can reduce the risk of future tooth decay.
If you have a family history of periodontal (gum) disease, let your dentist know. They can offer periodontal maintenance services. Otherwise, they might recommend scaling and root planing treatment.
Benefits of Choosing a Family Dentist
On the fence about looking for "a family dentist near me"? Here are a few benefits of finding a family dentistry practice to keep in mind.
1. Ease and Convenience
Imagine having a different dentist for yourself and your kids. Scheduling multiple appointments throughout the year isn't efficient. You could waste valuable time and experience unnecessary stress.
Instead, you can enjoy the ease and convenience of visiting a single dentist for the entire household.
You can simplify your schedule by scheduling one appointment for the whole family. Choosing a reliable, experienced dentist can make life easier in the long run.
2. Family History
Your dentist will have a comprehensive understanding of your entire family's dental history. They'll know if you struggled with dental diseases in the past. They can also consider your past surgeries or allergies.
You'll find peace of mind knowing they'll have all this information on record. Your dentist will know which treatments and procedures your family will need.
3. Regular Services
It's important to schedule regular appointments with your family dentist. Scheduling routine cleanings can help your family avoid oral diseases. You'll have peace of mind with consistent treatments and services.
Your dentist can help you focus more on preventative care, too.
For example, they can teach your children how to brush and floss properly. Your children will start following your example, too. They'll recognize the importance of prioritizing their oral health because you do.
You can visit the dentist as a family feeling confident you'll receive the best possible services.
4. Ease Dental Anxiety
Many children develop dental anxiety. While it's normal, it could cause them to avoid the dentist in the future. Remember, routine check-ups are essential for their oral health.
Taking them to the dentist while they're young can help ease their dental anxiety. They might feel more comfortable visiting the dentist when their siblings do, too.
5. Lasting Relationships
Finding a reliable, experienced dentist you can trust can feel like an exhausting endeavor. You shouldn't have to look for a different dentist for each family member. Instead, you can develop a lasting relationship with a single dentist.
Meanwhile, your children can continue receiving treatment from the same dentist, even as they grow older.
What is a Family Dentist? Your Guide to Stunning Smiles
To recap, what is a family dentist?
It's a single dentist your entire family can visit for treatment! Consider looking for a family dentistry practice nearby for your entire family.
Want to schedule an appointment for your entire family? We can't wait to see you all!
Contact us today to get started.
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MOJAVE —An opportunity for Mojave residents and businesses to share their views on traffic needs in the community will lead the agenda at the Mojave Chamber of Commerce’s January 24 noon meeting at the Mariah Comfort Inn.
Chamber President Doug Clipperton said representatives of the Kern Council of Governments (KernCog) will be present to gather suggestions on how transportation can be improved in Mojave and Southeast Kern.
“This will be an excellent opportunity for us to share our views with representatives of the organization that coordinates transportation funding in Kern County,” Clipperton said.
The major transportation project planned for 2019 will be construction of a new Transit Center at Mono and K Streets. The project is currently being re-bid by county officials.
Kern COG is an association of city and county governments primarily created to address regional transportation issues. Its member agencies include the County of Kern and its 11 incorporated cities.
Unincorporated cities like Mojave, Boron, and Rosamond are represented on the KernCOG board by a county supervisors.
Clipperton said the chamber “works closely with Kern COG staff to discuss traffic issues in our community.”
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Mission Bank Manager and Chamber Treasurer Erma Martin will also brief chamber members on tips for spotting counterfeit money, Clipperton said.
Clipperton will report on projects the chamber completed during 2018, and plans for activities in the new year.
His report will also include information on other community activities.
The Chamber’s 2019 officers will be installed at the meeting. They include President Clipperton, Vice-President Bill Deaver, Secretary Heather Benes, Treasurer Erma Martin, and Membership Director Ted Hodgkinson.
A no-host buffet lunch will be served beginning at 11:45 a.m. Mojave Chamber of Commerce meetings are open to the public.
The Mariah Comfort Inn is located at 1385 Barstow Highway next to the entrance to the Mojave Air & Space Port.


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Why Practitioner Skill Matters When Getting Veneers
There are many reasons why natural teeth would change in appearance over time, including consuming staining foods or beverages, age, or genetics. Unfortunately, even small imperfections prevent people from smiling or showing off their teeth in public. If you're hiding your smile due to cracks, chips, or discoloration, veneers can transform your teeth and provide the appearance of a brighter, straighter, more cohesive smile without shifting your teeth out of place.
Veneers are a cosmetic restoration generally made from thin, porcelain shells that are applied over the surface of your natural teeth. They are designed to resemble real enamel to conceal one or more dental issues simultaneously and in a short timeframe. However, it’s essential to find the right practitioner to do the job.
Dr. Matt Guerre and Dr. Spiker Davis are both skilled dentists who proudly help patients get the aesthetic results they want at Cosmetic Dental Associates in Houston, TX. Our practice has years of experience in cosmetic dentistry and placing veneers so patients can have amazing smiles. Below you will find some information on enhancing the appearance of your teeth with veneers and why it’s important that your practitioner has the skill required to complete the procedure so you can feel more confident about the way you look.
Preparing and Placing Veneers
Traditionally made from high-grade porcelain or composite resin, veneers are bonded to the smile zone, or the front part of your teeth that show when you smile. Veneers are a hand-crafted solution to prevent slight imperfections from being seen. The process to receive veneers occurs in three stages: consultation, preparation, and placement.
During your initial consultation, you should meet with a qualified practitioner who will conduct a full assessment of your teeth, gums, and jaw to make you don’t have any issues such as decay, cavities, signs of periodontal (gum) disease, or extensive misalignment. The right facility will also make use of advanced, state-of-the-art technology such as digital x-rays to see if you are an excellent candidate for veneers.
At Cosmetic Dental Associates in Houston, TX, our team understands that a truly experienced dentist should care about the health of your smile as well as the appearance. This is why we will also ensure that you don’t have any damaging habits such as grinding or clenching your teeth (bruxism) that may compromise the integrity of your teeth or the restoration. Veneers should not be placed until these underlying problems are taken care of first, otherwise, you risk further complications that require more extensive treatment in the future.
To prepare your teeth for veneers, we will remove a thin layer of enamel to reshape the teeth. It’s essential that your cosmetic dentist has the skill to prevent “over prepping”, or stripping away too much enamel. This may cause damage to your natural teeth, resulting in tooth sensitivity among other problems. Once these steps have been completed, the dentists at Cosmetic Dental Associates will securely bond the veneers to your teeth and provide you with helpful instructions about making them last. This includes brushing, flossing, and rinsing your veneers daily just like your natural teeth. We also recommend avoiding biting down or chewing on hard foods or objects that could potentially damage the restorations. If you have questions about taking care of your veneers at home, feel free to ask a friendly member of our team.
As you can see, practitioner skill matters in the process of getting custom veneers. Prepping for this procedure includes a thorough examination to make sure you’re an excellent candidate with no signs of decay. A trusted dentist must also have artistic attention to detail and can create a custom look with the right material to match your natural teeth in size, shape, and color. Natural teeth must also be prepared properly in order for the veneers to fit securely and comfortably with no complications. If you live in Houston, TX and would like to know more about the qualifications of Cosmetic Dental Associates, we’d be happy to schedule a consultation and assessment.
Contact a Qualified Professional
If you are considering getting veneers as a cosmetic treatment for a stunning, natural end result, you should be selective in choosing the right dentist for the job to ensure the outcome you want. While many dental facilities offer veneers as a service, the best results come from those with a strong background in cosmetic dentistry, advanced dental technology, and customer service.
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Autumn is the time where leaves fall off trees, first turning colours, often brilliant shades of yellow and red, deep purples and burnt oranges. It heralds the end of warm summer days for another year and warns of colder times ahead. Time to bunker down and hibernate…
NOT HERE though! Things are just starting to heat up! After what seems like a ‘delay’ of a million years (having a baby will do that…), The Leaf Series is finally coming together! It’s all about the things we value and love, fun, happiness, giving and simple times. Working hard, giving back, helping others. Sharing and collaboration! Textile collaborations with Australian artists and designers –limited editions available in The Leaf Series shop!
This month we’re presenting the Megan Hess and Martinich and Carran collections. Next month we see fruition of the Gretchenmist, Trisha Garner and Kat Chadwick projects! More on The Leaf Series in the next few days.
Some other exciting news is that we now share our space with The Patsy Fox Drawing Salon. Angie teaches class twice a week and a Super Sunday once a month. There’s only a few places left to the next Sunday sesh in fact! Book here.
Lastly, and I’ll post up proper details about this in the coming days, we’re hosting the fabulous Maryann Talia Pau’s Star Weaving Workshop in May for her “A Million Stars to End Violence” project. More details to come:)
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One of our favorite family holiday traditions is to get together for our annual Italian sausage-making party. It is a big family project that includes my husband and children, plus my mom, sister, and my brother’s family. We make enough for each family to take some home, along with a few bags for the college kids for their apartments. We have a fish course on Christmas Eve but we also have Italian sausage later in the evening. Scroll down for the instructions for making the sausage, along with my mother’s delicious recipe for sausage cooked with potatoes, peppers, onions, and mushrooms. You will need a KitchenAid mixer plus the meat grinder and sausage making attachments in order to make this recipe.
This year we had roughly 45 lbs. of boneless pork butt that yielded 36-37 lbs. of seasoned sausage. It gives us enough sausage to last at least 6 months. We buy the boneless pork butt in roughly 15 lb. packages. They are fairly fatty and you have to remove some of the fat and gristle in order for the pork to grind smoothly into sausage. Leave some fat to keep the meat moist and flavorful. Every pork butt contains a different amount of fat, but I think you can estimate that 15-16 lbs. of boneless pork butt will yield roughly 12-13 lbs. of ground pork sausage. We stuff some sausage into casing and some we leave loose. The meat department of the grocery store should have sausage casing. If you are stuffing the ground pork into sausage casing, you need to have more moisture in the meat. Add 1 cup of water to every 5 lbs. of ground pork sausage meat, mixing well before stuffing into the casing. (If you are leaving the sausage out of the casing, you do not need to add the water.)
15 lbs. boneless pork butt
1/4-1/3 lb. fresh sausage casing
1 c. water for every 5 lbs. ground sausage – if stuffing into casing
Seasoning (per pound of ground pork sausage meat)
1 tsp. fine sea salt or table salt
1 Tbsp. freshly ground fennel seeds
1/2 tsp. coarse black pepper
light sprinkle of sweet paprika
Begin by trimming the sausage of some of its fat and remove the tough gristle. Cut into large stew meat-sized pieces. Once all the meat has been cut, attach the large-hole meat grinding attachment to the KitchenAid mixer. Place a large bowl below the grinder to catch the meat. Turn the machine on medium high and feed the cut pork pieces down into the grinder attachment, pushing down with a wooden peg. Once all the meat is ground, lay out pieces of parchment paper on a table or work surface. Measure the ground pork into 1 lb. portions using a kitchen scale and place on the parchment paper. Flatten out each 1 lb. portion of ground pork. Sprinkle each one-pound portion with the salt, pepper, and spices. Mix the meat with your hands to evenly distribute the spices into the meat. Repeat until all the meat is seasoned and well mixed. At this point you can place loose sausage in one-pound portions into quart-size freezer bags, or take a 5 lb. portion of spiced ground pork and mix 1 cup of water into the meat in preparation for stuffing the casing. To stuff sausage: Take the casing and open it up. Run cool water through the casing to clean and moisturize it. Attach the sausage funnel attachment to the KitchenAid mixer. Tie a knot in the end of the casing and then ease it up onto the sausage funnel. Turn the machine on medium and gently push the meat down the funnel to fill the casing, stopping the machine every eight inches to twist the casing into individual links. Continue until all the loose sausage meat is stuffed into the casing. Place sausage links onto baking sheets and freeze. Remove from freezer and cut the individual links. Keep frozen until ready to cook. Makes 13 lbs. fresh Italian sausage.
Pork being ground, measured and seasoned
Italian Sausage with Potatoes, Peppers, Onions, and Mushrooms
1 to 1-1/2 lbs. sweet Italian sausage links
3-4 Tbsp. olive oil
4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 large onion, peeled and sliced
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 (8 oz.) pkg. button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
salt and pepper to taste
Place sausage links in a sauté pan but DO NOT prick them. Add enough water to come half way up the sausage. Cover and bring to a boil, then lower the heat and gently simmer for 20-25 minutes until sausage is cooked through. Remove sausage from pan and drain all of the liquid. While the sausage is simmering, cook the potatoes by mixing them in a large bowl with a good drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper, and a sprinkle of onion powder and garlic powder. Mix. Place the potatoes in a glass pie plate. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 8 minutes, then stir the potatoes. Cover again and cook them another 7 minutes until fork tender. Add 3-4 Tablespoons of oil to the previously used pan. Brown the sausage for 5 minutes and turn to continue browning. Remove the sausage and add a bit more oil. Add onion, peppers, and mushrooms. Salt and pepper to taste. Cook 8-10 minutes until the peppers are tender. Add the cooked potatoes. Slice the sausage and return to the pan with the vegetables. Taste and see if you need any more salt and pepper. Saute 3-4 minutes. Place sausage and vegetables onto a serving platter. Serves 4-6.
Note: For Christmas Eve, since there are more than 12 people, we will cook 3 lbs. of Italian sausage, adding 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and orange), 6 potatoes, one very large onion, and an 8-ounce package of mushrooms.

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Environmental history students work in almost every geographical field offered by Georgetown’s history graduate program, but at present are especially numerous in the transregional, Middle East, and Latin American fields. Typically, environmental history students rely on the regional expertise of other History Department faculty for courses, seminars, and field preparation to complement their environmental history education. All these students work under the supervision of Professor John McNeill, Professor Dagomar Degroot, or Professor Timothy Newfield, normally in conjunction with other professors. Current students are working on dissertation projects ranging from typhoons in late imperial China to uranium mining in the Cold War decades.
At Georgetown, graduate students in environmental history have access to the rich institutional resources of Washington, D. C. Through workshops and online resources provided by Lauinger Library, they can learn how to use digital tools that have become increasingly important within environmental scholarship, such as Geographic Information Systems. Environmental history students may also pursue unique volunteer opportunities in the history of climate change, which could include working with scientists and historians to expand the Climate History Network or HistoricalClimatology.com.
The environmental history program has a strong tradition of mutual support. Regular workshops provide opportunities for students to present their works-in-progress for informal review, discuss professional development, and learn from each other and faculty. These gatherings frequently include researchers from other universities in the Washington area, as well as visiting scholars.


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The crisis in Venezuela has well and truly expanded beyond politics and into the ailing economy. More than two weeks after Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido declared himself interim president, the country’s main source of revenue – oil – has been hit with US sanctions. Businesses have been paralysed, and desperately needed aid has been blocked at the border. Laila Humairah has the details. For more on the story, TRT World Editor-at-large Craig Copetas joined us from Miami.
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There are amazingly skilled skaters who fly under the radar – and quite often we wonder why they don’t have a wider audience? With this series we’d like to give space to talents who are enriching the skate world with their creativity. If you haven’t heard of Mary-Isabelle Laroche aka Mary Pop Wheels, it’s about time. She literally popped out of nowhere but has since been mesmerizing her followers on Instagram with her dance and park skating skills. Mary Pop Wheels’ life is literally all about roller skating: she told us why she quit her job and what’s behind her new association Project Wheels.
Hi Mary, tell us where you are from?
Hi, my Name is Mary-Isabelle Laroche aka Mary Popwheels. I’m a 24 year old girl. I was born in Belgium but lived for more than 10 years in France. Almost three years ago I came back to Belgium. I’m living in East Flanders of Belgium in Aalst to be precise.
When did you start roller skating?
I started roller skating in September 2018, after seeing videos of Planet Roller Skate. I went to a sports outfitter next to my place and bought my first pair of roller skates.
Is roller skating your first love or do you roll on other wheels as well?
Roller skating is indeed my first love, because it’s the only sport I really did aside school sport classes. I never really had the chance to access a club or things like that. As a child I always wanted to, always asked my parents but it never happened. While growing up the super active child that I used to be kind of went to sleep. But it has always been inside me, roller skating woke me up, and I cannot say how grateful I am.
You are not only shredding parks but you also dance. Do you have a favorite style?
Yes indeed. That’s what I like about roller skating. There are so many disciplines in one sport. And not only that. They are very different form each other. At first glance, dancing and park skating have not much in common but you can do both. How amazing is that?! And for someone like me who gets bored pretty fast, it’s really satisfying. If I don’t go to the park I can dance. Plus, no matter what you do on your skates, it will help you for one or another discipline. My main focus is aggressive skating. But dancing is definitely a part of my skating. As I like to say: go with the flow!
Perfect soundtrack for a chill skate session?
OMG, so many, how to choose one. I always skate with music. People thought I was not social or something all the time. I had my music in the ear but actually I’m pretty shy when it comes to skating around other people. Music helps me to focus so that’s a hard question. But I will give you the choices: Proud of Me by Mahalia feat. Little Simz La belgique Afrique Romeo Elvis and Deep down by Zhavia.
What do you do if you are not skating?
Actually, I literally organized my life around roller skating. I live not far from the skate park, I have an awesome garage to practice flat. When I’m not skating, I like to do things that help me in my skate progression like the of basics tumbling, the basics of classic dance or just dance and work on my stretching. Roller skating has given me the energy to try everything I wanted to before but I was too scared of failure or just to learn such badass stuff. I dream to do flips one day. But apart from that, I share my life with my wonderful man Timon who is my everything. We literally do everything together. So, I spend a lot of time with growing our love. Does this sound cheesy? Haha, it’s fine, because we are cheesy. We live together with a happy family of two cats, one pogona and baby rats. We are both in love with animals. Also, music is a huge part of my life, always has been. In my middle school I studied music as specialty, I was singing a lot playing a bit of guitar but wasn’t really good at that one. It still happens sometimes that I long for a little jam or karaoke on my own and it’s always fun.
You also give skate lessons and are starting an association called Project Wheels. Tell us more about it.
I have been coaching roller skating since past September. First, I gave classes for beginners. It was really awesome to see all those roller skaters. Because when I started there was almost nobody roller skating here. Slowly, the idea evolved that I could help people in their journey. I began to give classes in Brussels at the Byrrrh skate park. It was amazing to see all these people joining because I did not expect that. More new people showed up and I saw a community being born. I remembered my journey as a beginner and how lonely and sometime helpless I felt.
I decided to go for what I’ve been fighting for. So, I quit my job – that was the biggest decision of my life. But in fact, roller skating became my life. I would love people to experience that too. Because I needed a tool I founded my association Project Wheels. I want to be able to organize roller discos, so we can dance, or make contests or just give classes. To do that you need to have a structure. We need a place where we can meet others and restore the joy and the fun in the world. Our biggest problem is that we think we are grown up and don’t do fun things anymore. But that is not true. I want to pass this message to the world: You can be responsible, you can be an adult and you can have fun. And roller skating is about fun and being responsible. Project Wheels wants to give back confidence to people.


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Despite initial glitches in EVMs and voters fretting over the incapability of the Election Commission in holding elections fairly in Andhra Pradesh, the voter turnout rounded off to around 80% where women turned out in large numbers and remained at the polling booths until they could cast their vote.
Interestingly, several voters who had returned home after waiting for hours at the polling booths unable to cast their votes, came back to polling stations to exercise their franchise. Most people say that people came back to polling booths due to an appeal made by AP Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The fact that women turned out in huge numbers is also indicative of an undercurrent that could be positive for the Telugu Desam Party.
Chief Election Officer Gopal Krishna Dwivedi has finally acknowledged that some places will go for re-polling. But, all the voters reflected a strong resolve which could give one party a bumper majority. Which party will get a chance and which one will stay in the Opposition is something that we will have to wait for.
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S.283 - Increasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2019116th Congress (2019-2020)
|Sponsor:||Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] (Introduced 01/30/2019)|
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|Latest Action:||Senate - 01/30/2019 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions)|
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Summary: S.283 — 116th Congress (2019-2020)All Information (Except Text)
Introduced in Senate (01/30/2019)
Increasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2019
This bill specifies that certain Medicare payment rules applicable to imaging services shall apply to dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry services used in bone mass scans beginning in 2019.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must establish national minimum payment amounts for such services.

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PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa – Isuzu’s X-Rider bakkies have, the automaker says, become established in its D-MAX range with the 2.5 HO diesel engine but now the brand has added a special edition D-MAX 3.0 TD X-Rider double cab a/t.
Dominic Rimmer from ISuzu’s technical services told The Corner in a media release: “The X-Rider brand, introduced in South Africa as a limited edition in 2016, has been a great success. So far we’ve only offered the X-Rider as a midranger and with a 100kW 2.5 litre engine.
“However, based on the X-Rider’s popularity, it made sense to include our most powerful engine: the three-litre X-Rider has an imposing presence which sets it apart from other D-MAX models.”
The 3.0 X-Rider a/t has an Isuzu four-cylinder 130kW turbo diesel engine to spin a six-speed auto gearbox with maximum power arriving at only 3600rpm; maximum torque, 380Nm, lasts from 1800-2800rpm.
Standard are black roof rails, black sport bar bearing a red X-Rider logo, black running-boards; 20cm multifunction touchscreen/radio receiver, black tailgate re;lease and reversing camera, and a 3.5-ton rated towball.
The seats are wrapped in a mix of leather and cloth with red stitching; the shell comes in a choice of three colours: white, silver or red.
The whole shebang rides on conventional 18” alloy rims shod with all-terrain tyres; black alloys are a free option.
…AND SO TO THE PRICES
The 3.0 TD Double Cab X-Rider a/t slots below the standard 3.0 a/t LX which retails at R515 478*, the 3.0 X-Rider R58 000 more than the 250 HO Double cab X-Rider a/t which retails for R421 043, which, Isuzu says, ”is great news for customers who like the X-Rider look but want the benefit of the added pulling power of the more powerful three litre engine.
Prices for the special edition D-MAX 3.0 TD Double Cab X-Rider a/t starts at R479 217.
The three mid-range X-Rider derivatives continue in the D-MAX range. The prices:
D-MAX 250 HO Double Cab X-Rider – R405 652
D-MAX 250 HO Double Cab X-Rider a/t – R421 043
D-MAX 250 HO Double Cab X-Rider 4×4 – R451 478
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LEOS Graduate Student Fellowship Winners Announced
The IEEE Lasers &
Electro-Optics Society announced the winners of the LEOS Graduate Student
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Ceremony at the LEOS Annual Meeting to Matthew Emsley, Cristiano Gallep,
Ronald Holzlohner, Michael Mielke, Michael Venditti, Lianshan Yan, Sebastian
Weiczorek, Marc Sciamanna, Marco Passerini, Pascual Munoz, Ju Han Lee,
and Charlotte Marra.
The LEOS Graduate Student Fellowship Program was established
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