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Rules: Answer the questions with the first letter of your name, then tag some people. If the person who tagged you has the same initial, you must use different answers. you cannot use the same word twice.
What is your name? Shareen A 4 letter word? Shop A boy’s name? Sean An occupation? Shopkeeper Something you wear? Shirt A color? Shamrock green A food? Spinach A place? Shanghai Something you shout? Stop! For the love of potatoes just stop it. A movie title? Seventh Sign Something you drink? Smoothie An animal? Sugar glider A type of car? Solstice Title of a song? Shook me all Night Long by AC/DC
ARIES: long eyelashes, leather jackets, candlelight, autumn leaves, sleeping in, greek mythology, waves crashing on the beach TAURUS: plaid shirts, the smell of fresh baked bread, disney movies, the sound of a guitar strumming, mountain peaks at sunrise GEMINI: the forest at night, cat’s eye sunglasses, 24/7 gas stations, floorboards creaking at night, the smell of fresh ink, going on a first date CANCER: old books, the smell of fresh cut grass, the colour peach, messy buns, accent walls, hand holding, matte lipstick LEO: long car rides, thunder, the feeling of accomplishment, love poems, sunflowers, your favourite song on playing repeat VIRGO: the first snow of the year, bright eyes, flowers in your hair, binge watching a new show, a warm mug of tea, fantasy books LIBRA: iced coffee, the wind in your hair, string lights, the feeling of forgiveness, bonfires, a new crush SCORPIO: the night sky, winged eyeliner, an old typewriter, speaking latin, wine stained lips, halloween costumes SAGITTARIUS: bright houses, nude lipstick, the sound of laughter, watching musicals, forehead kisses CAPRICORN: the full moon, the smell of clean laundry, new love, going to museums, shouting at the top of your lungs, watching the fog roll in AQUARIUS: rain on pavement, a paint palette, the city at night, the colour cyan, falling stars, books written in french, ankle boots PISCES: colourful flowers, sand between your toes, long hugs, ferris wheels, art galleries, cherry blossoms in the wind, a cat purring
-Trans girls are always accepted by Artemis into the Hunt
-Nico never actually says he’s gay, just makes it known by making out with Will in nearly every location possible
-Queer kids whose parents didn’t accept them are year round campers
-At first the Ares kids were a little wary of the LGBT community, but when a second year Ares camper comes out they become fiercely protective of them
-The Aphrodite kids are walking encyclopedias on all LGBT terms, and have a list with definitions in their cabin for questioning campers
-The Aphrodite kids also really like helping trans campers feel comfortable in their own skin
-Lesbian or bi Reyna
-Apollo kids (being children of the god of prophecies) always know who is going to come out next, but never pressure them to do so
-Chiron makes any homophobic campers be on stable duty for a month
-Dionysus lazily mentions that if he hears anyone else being homophobic… well, he hopes you like dolphins
-Athena cabin getting into debates on which of their favourite fictional characters are LGBT and having literal CHARTS and GRAPHS to prove it
-Bi-curious Percy, though he never acted on it because it’s always been Annabeth
-Jason being the straightest, whitest, cis-est, malest demigod out there, but supporting his LGBT friends and the entire community without hesitation
-Jason is literally the guy to make t-shirts, to keep buying skittles, to find all LGBT songs possible, and, of course, “Guys! Guys! There’s a Pride Parade next week! We /have/ to go. Where can I buy a pink tutu on short notice?”
-Nico secretly loving that Jason is like this but never admitting it
-Frank being really confused about the whole thing but totally accepting it because people he love are in that community and it’s all about love so how could that possibly be a bad thing?
-Annabeth, Frank’s go-to on anything he doesn’t understand, happily explains everything she knows to him
-Frank thinking it’s so cool and telling Nico how awesome he is for being himself
-Hazel being /floored/ on how accepting the world is of LGBT people today, though of course plenty of people still suck
-Hazel being slightly relived to know that it’s normal because although she loved Sammy then, and she loves Frank now, there was this girl back home who she sort of had feelings for and never understood what that meant
-Leo and the rest of the Hephaestus cabin working on bracelets for gender fluid kids that change colour to correspond with how they feel
-Alex Fierro buying out all of the first ones ready
-Bi or pan Magnus
-^^^This was obvious because Blitzstone is practically canon, come on people
-Each and every god (besides those who swore off all love) responding with ‘yes’ when asked what their sexual orientation is
-Trans Meg/ *edit, suggested by @thisrandombloggergirl Demi-girl Meg instead!
-Also lesbian Meg?
-A large number of LGBT and ally kids being from the Aphrodite cabin because LOVE is LOVE people!
-Calypso making flower crowns that correspond with the different flags’ colours and giving them to anyone who wants them
-Bi, pan, and poly Apollo kids never feeling the need to change the pronouns when they sing love songs or write love poems
-Apollo being *extremely* out at CHB while he’s there
-Him actually giving other LGBT kids the courage to come out
-A small elite group at Camp Jupiter created as a safe space for queer kids
-Reyna always supporting it but being really shy about joining when she comes to terms with her sexuality
-The kids in the group gladly welcoming her
-Asexual/aromantic child of Aphrodite worrying something is wrong with them
-Their brothers and sisters assuring them that they’re normal and there are all different kinds of love
-Hephaestus cabin setting up LGBT movie nights (nothing graphic, mostly fluff, though Travis and Connor have tried on more than one occasion to sneak some x-rated stuff in there)
a long list of my fave lightning thief musical moments
before the play started they had fog in the air and the sound of thunder and crows playing over the speakers, it was so spooky, i walked into the theater and immediately fell in love (also they were selling orange chb t-shirts at the merch table!)
you’ve probably already seen pics of the set design but ancient greek columns sprayed w graffiti and covered in nyc scaffolding is the Ultimate PJO Aesthetic
sally calling percy “baby” :’) carrie compere’s sally was so good overall i loved her so much
mr. d’s song was so funny, george salazar really nailed him
luke going past percy while sword training and stopping to watch him go by when they met eyes uhhh…..
percy and grover’s hug when they see each other again, percy just ran to him and held him so tight i love them
luke annabeth and grover sitting together and joking in the background!! there were a lot of little interactions between characters when the focus wasnt on them that were so cute <3
percy making lightsaber noises with his sword when he first gets it before capture the flag
silena hyping clarisse up during “put you in your place”
grover crying about pan but trying to keep dancing during his part of the campfire song
percy at the campfire saying he can’t sing after he’s spent the entire first act singing, i love him
also the entire campfire song being abt how much everyone hates their parents and then percy standing up and being like “hi everyone, i love my mom”
percy climbing the scaffolding during “good kid” and hanging like he’s going to jump when he sings “all you get are bad grades and a bum rap and a bad rep and a good smack and no friends and no hope and no mom” chris made me cry real tears here oof
grover telling percy he’s coming w him on his quest and percy immediately going into Angry Protective Mode and grover jumping in before he can say anything w/ “don’t get mad!”
act 1 ending with this big triumphant song abt leaving on their quest but then the lights go dark and monster calls echo and groups of red eyes peak from the back of the stage and percy grabs for grover’s hand before the blackout 😭
“i don’t wanna die in the garden state!”
grover staring percy down for a good silent five seconds after percy responded to him talking to a squirrel w “this is nuts”
annabeth telling percy her mom turned medusa into a monster and chugging water halfway through her sentence so she doesn’t have to finish it
“that little squirrel came back and gave me these!” “three amtrak tickets?”
girl in braids and a floppy hat at the lotus hotel: why, my brother and i arrived just yesterday, may 1st, 1939!
thalia singing softly on the second level while luke and annabeth stand behind her with their hands held out, lit w green light, turning her into a tree while grover tells percy about being afraid he failed her, he was crying, i was crying
“it’s charon with an “a” as in AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA”
creators of this musical, apparently: well we dont have time to focus on them facing cerberus so now he’s a dj for a sequined charon who rocks the entire theater
“i think this pit is tartarus” “(gasping) YOU MEAN LIKE………..THE FISH SAUCE”
the toilet paper guns used for percy’s water powers being shot over the audience until the entire orchestra was completely covered in toilet paper
“well the gods aren’t always fair but we’re not total dicks”
jonathan raviv’s quick change from poseidon to chiron was really quick so he came out as chiron with his shirt unbuttoned in the deepest v saying “I GALLOPED HERE AS FAST AS I COULD” which was ridiculous and yet completely in character
percy and luke’s handshake! and luke telling percy what he thinks of the gods and going for the handshake and percy hesitantly doing it w him bc he agrees w/ the way luke feels before realizing that luke’s the lightning thief
luke has a dark reprise of “good kid” when he betrays percy and i !!!! SCREAMED!!!!
also the creators of this musical, apparently: well we cant have a poison scorpion on stage so how about luke just fuckin stabs percy in the back? hm?
the stage was a huge mess of confetti and toilet paper by the end which is truly the only way a percy jackson musical should end
please go see this if you have the chance it’s so funny and so good, it’s really an amazing adaption that gets the tone of the book so well and every actor captures their character(s) perfectly, they all clearly know the material and seem like they’re having so much fun onstage, i loved it so much!!!!
1. I can’t shut up about you. If someone stopped me in the street and asked what I was thinking about, your name would spill out more easily than any of my anxieties.
2. I swear to God, every time I listen to a good song you’re the first person I want to tell. Every song has you in it. Every song is about you now.
3. Let’s mix each other’s laundry. If I find your shirt and you get my sweater, we can take each other out of our own clothes.
4. When you call me babe, and your voice is still a little sleepy, I swear to fucking god my heart feels it. I feel it behind my eyes, and sometimes even in my fingertips. The love spreads, you know?
5. Let’s stay up till 3 am and make ourselves pasta we can eat out of the bowl while we sit on the kitchen counter and talk for hours. We can take pictures of the sunrise through the window while we laugh our six a.m. laugh, because it’s early and we’re a little dizzy with love.
I also just have to say that I’m so excited about this band! First off, I fucking ADORE that he’s got two women in his band. Women killing it on drums and keys, yes yes yes! And this is ofc only based off of these two songs but they’re sounding so good together. And look at their outfits?? They all look epic, so 70′s, so cool. Suits, ruffles, white shirts, patterns.And Harry fits right in with his rolled up white shirt, plaid pants and Gibson.
They’re in matching Gucci loafers too, like come onnnnn, I love that
and these guys’ harmonies were on point as well! All of them sang well!

  I brought you my bullets, You brought me your love
Romance: Who was your first love?
Honey, this mirror isn't big enough for the two of us: Is there a side of yourself that no one knows about?
Vampires will never hurt you: Vampires or angry men?
Drowning Lessons: Plan on getting married?
Our Lady of Sorrows: Are you religious?
Headfirst for Halos: Are you hopeful? If so, what for?
Skylines and Turnstiles: An important event that changed your life or perspective?
Early Sunsets Over Monroeville: What's your favorite horror movie?
This Is the Best Day Ever: Ever been to the hospital?
Cubicles: Where would you be without My Chem?
Demolition Lovers: Would you die for your current lover?
 Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge
Helena: Have you lost a family member or friend?
Give 'Em Hell, Kid: Have you ever considered committing murder?
To The End: Corpse Bride. Yay or nay?
You Know What They Do To Guys Like Us In Prison: Ever committed a crime?
I'm Not Okay (I Promise): Ever felt out of place?
The Ghost of You: Ever cried while watching a movie?
The Jetset Life is Gonna Kill You: Ever been cheated on or have cheated?
Interlude: Favorite My Chem song?
Thank You for the Venom: Ever wrote something stupid on a t-shirt?
Hang 'Em High: Ever shot a gun?
It's Not a Fashion Statement, It's a Fucking Deathwish: Who's your best friend?
Cemetery Drive: What's the hardest drive you've experienced?
 The Black Parade
The End: Ever thought it'd be the end for you?
Dead!: Ever wanted to die?
This Is How I Disappear: Ever done something to someone that you can't forgive yourself for?
The Sharpest Lives: Are you anxious?
Welcome to the Black Parade: What's your favorite memory?
I Don't Love You: Have you ever stopped loving them?
House of Wolves: What is your favorite era?
Cancer: Old or new?
Mama: Ever disappointed your parents?
Sleep: Any bad dreams?
Teenagers: Are you scared of people your own age?
Disenchanted: What changed your life for the better?
Famous Last Words: What changed your mind about things?
Blood: Any hidden secrets no one knows?
Danger Days: The True Lives of The Fabulous Killjoys
Look Alive, Sunshine: What time do you wake up?
Na Na Na (Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na): What gives you strength?
Bulletproof Heart: Do you miss anyone right now?
SING: Who is your idol?
Planetary (GO!): Biggest accomplishment?
The Only Hope for Me Is: Do you consider yourself hopeless?
Jet Star and The Kobra Kid/Traffic Report: What's your favorite go-to outfit?
Party Poison: Do you speak different languages?
Save Yourself, I'll Hold Them Back: What is your biggest wish?
S/C/A/R/E/C/R/O/W: Biggest regrets?
Summertime: Who's got you excited for the summer?
DESTROYA: If you could save anyone in the world from danger/poverty/war/etc. Who would it be?
The Kids From Yesterday: What do you wish you could tell your past self?
Goodnite, Dr. Death: Opinions on standing for the National Anthem?
Vampire Money: What is your catchphrase irl?

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–ronan showing up unexpectedly to adam’s court hearing with his tie tied correctly for once, and his shirt tucked in.
–greenmantle telling his girlfriend that he would always love himself first and she’d always come in second, and her reply: “samesies”
–gansey coughing or some shit in the cave to cover the sound of his hairs standing up on his neck and his testicles retreating
–adam and blue and noah driving along having a fight – when blue turns on the radio to lighten the mood and the murder squash song comes on, and that is how we find out that ronan lynch has made a mixtape for adam
–all of ronan and adam’s private adventures:
-to the barns, where adam learns that ronan is also lonesome (a surprise), attentive to detail (surprise), passionate about making the impossible possible (at this point adam is like “i don’t even know him, but WOW!!1!”) and then they sit really close to each other against a sleeping cow and adam knows ronan is looking at him. and he is simultaneously ready to BRAG ABOUT IT/convinced it’s not real.
-to get toiletries for gwenllian, just casually strolling through the store together with adam pushing a cart like a regular human – ronan trying desperately to look cool/make adam laugh, and adam essentially ignoring the shit out of him
-the shopping cart scene where it’s just obvious that this is a common occurrence, and adam doesn’t even hesitate to get in the cart, probably because he knows in a few moments he’ll get to see pure happiness on ronan’s face when they crash
-the scene in the church when they decide to dream up a web to trap greenmantle in, and adam is just laying on a pew thinking about how gloriously ronan fits this church, and then they simultaneously realize they’re staring at each other.
-like two minutes later in the church when ronan lays down on a pew with his eyes closed, adam starts staring again, and ronan instinctively knows this and tells him to stop looking at him without even opening his eyes.
–when blue looks for tea to serve to the gray man and spends a few minutes searching for one that is more likely to promote sanguinity than loose stools.
–henry cheng’s top priority of having incredibly tall spiked hair even while standing for hours in the misty morning.
–gansey’s immediate recognition of/admiration for henry’s priorities being in the right order.
They have matching onesies; Lauren’s one is gray whilst Camila’s is pink.
They’re both Cuban.
They’re both from Miami, Florida.
Both are Latinas.
Lauren and Camila got the most solos in The X Factor performances.
They are both big fans of One Direction.
They both auditioned in Greensboro, North Carolina.
They both have a younger sister.
They hung out with each other on December 31st, 2012 to January 1st, 2013. They then tweeted a photo of Camila making a funny face and Lauren looking awkward.
Spanish was both their first language.
They live 15 minutes away from each other.
They often switch places with the other girls so they can sit next to each other.
They both love to do accents with each other.
They often think the same things at the same time.
They both have a weakness: Lauren for beanies and Camila for bows.
Lauren is the only one who calls Camila Camz.
Camila said if Lauren got arrested for something, she would get arrested for being so sweet.
They sat right next to each other at a The 1975 concert.
They have the same music taste.
Lauren said Camila is her “Pink Princess”.
Lauren is the “mom”…and Camila is the “father”.
Camila thinks Lauren is a “boss of an intelligent opinion”.
Camila thinks Lauren “is real”.
Camila would switch her mind with Lauren.
Lauren would switch her mind with Camila.
Camila wanted Lauren to kiss her under the mistletoe.
They wear the same “merch” clothes.
The way Lauren looks at Camila after she says “Fall, by Ed Sheeran”.
Lauren is Camila’s celebrity crush. (Oh … and Camila wants to marry with her celebrity crush ..even if her family doesn’t support the relationship.)
Camila would be "Baby Spice” because she is Lauren’s baby.
Lauren is the only person who laughs at Camila’s jokes.
Camila loves Lern Jerg.
Because Lauren helps her when her banana is dead on the floor.
Because Lauren helps her when her microphone breaks.
Because Lauren ties her shoes.
Camila is the sun and Lauren the moon.
Because Lauren doesn’t know what else to say but she thinks Camila is pretty fucking Dope!
Because Camila has Lauren “written on her”.
Because Camila read Lauren’s favorite book.
Because Lauren knows that Camila cried reading “Fault in Our Stars”.
Because one day Camila and Lauren went to the bathroom together and … that’s the end of the conversation!
Because Camila thinks Lauren can sing and is pretty too.
Because they have an audience that calls them crazy! (and they call us delusional!)
Because both like “so many hot boys”.
Because Camila said: “keep the boat floating”.
Because Lauren said “It’s Camren, YOOO!.
Because Lauren wants someone to love her insecurities…and Camila do!
Because Lauren has “the most beautiful emerald eyes in the world”.
Because Camila thinks Lauren is “perfect”.
Camila tried salmon because Lauren loves sushi.
Because Lauren thinks Camila is goofy, not the bad kind goofy, the cute kind goofy.
Because Camila loves people from “planet green eyes”.
“I love you. You’re one of my best friends and I feel like I’ve know you forever. You’re one of the smartest people I know and you’re stuning. I’ve learned a lot from you, just know I’ll always be here for you no matter what!” - Camila on Lauren
“Happy 16th Birthday little one(: thank you for always being you and being one of the raddest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. You’re an incredible person and I’m extremely lucky to have you in my life. Thanks for being there to vent with and even though we haven’t known each other for even a year yet, I feel like you’re the sister God forgot to give me. I love you Camzi(: have a good one babe! 💙😘🎉🎈🎁💙#camren” - Lauren on Camila
“Happy 17th Birthday to this little nugget right here. I thought this picture was cute so I decided it would suffice. Just wanted to let you know that you’re an amazing beautiful person and I’m glad that you’ve been alive for 17 years and that 2 of them have been spent with the girls and I because idk you’re pretty rad and an amazing friend and fun to have around. I hope you have an amazing day and feel as special today as you deserve to feel everyday. Thanks for always being there for me when I need you and for being your wonderful self(: I LOVE YOU CAMZ” - Lauren on Camila
“AWHHHHH YAAAY I LOVE YOU UR CUTE 🐏🐟💗🎷” - Camila on Lauren
“The word I’d use to describe Camila is hmm I’m gonna say cutesy, like also goofy. It’s like both, like the good kind of goofy not the weird kind. Like the cutesy kinda goofy” - Lauren on Camila
“LERN JERGI. ITS YOUR BIRTHDAY. YOU ARE 18. THIS IS THE MOMENT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR. IF YOU STUCK YOUR TONGUE OUT IN THE AIR RIGHT NOW YOU COULD PROBABLY TASTE THE SWEET AND PUNGENT FREEDOM OF DRAGONFLY TATTOOS, NOSE PIERCINGS, AND VOTING RIGHTS. we’ve been through thick and thin in our friendship, and through those thick and thins I’ve gotten blessed enough to experience you as a person. ive gotten to experience your bomb music taste which I am SO HAPPY YOU INTRODUCED ME TO because we have the best time at concerts bonding over bands and there are so many more to come PRAISE JESUS. i can come to you about anything and expect the pure, honest, rare truth and I’ll always be there tell you it’ll be okay when you cry on my shoulder when you feel lonely or hurt. I’ve gotten to see firsthand your incredible sense of justice, when you see that something unfair or wrong has happened, you’ll raise your voice and fight for that person with a bravery that I, and many other people (although they might not admit it) wish they had. i love how passionately you fight for what you think is right and everyone should remind you today and everyday that it’s a strength and not a weakness. i can’t tell you what a comfort it is to know someone like you will stick up for me and have my back, i hope you know i will too. i love you always” - Camila on Lauren
“Super cute candids taken by a random stranger always make good birthday post pics. HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY CAMILA CABELLO. YOU’RE LEGAL NOW YAYYY!!!!!! You are such a beautiful person inside and out and I’m so thankful that I get to call you my friend. Thanks for all the laughs, for being my shoulder to cry on whenever I’ve needed a friend, for giving amazing sound advice (even though you’re just now considered an adult by the government you’ve been there mentally for a while which I greatly appreciate) I wish you many more years of amazingness and I hope you had the best day with your family. You deserve all the love and happiness the world has to offer and I wish it all upon you for many many years to come. I LOVE YOU CAMZZZZ❤❤❤” - Lauren on Camila
“HAPPY 19TH LAUREN!! i remember the day you auditioned for X factor seeing a beautiful green eyed girl belt out an Alicia keys song so perfectly i feared for my life. i remember telling my mom "that girl can sing!! and she’s gorgeous too!!” and then you walked out and i told you i loved your shirt remember? HAHAHA. it’s funny how before we even knew how important we were going to be to each other, something in us knew and something in us will always know. i love how fiercely you defend your opinion, i love your strength, your bold independence, and your desire to live life fully. i love that we crack up at each other’s jokes even when nobody else gets them- and i love those moments where we get caught up in talking about a band or a book and we get lost in the conversation like two normal girls in high school that aren’t about to go do something ridiculous like go to an awards show. i will always be there for you when you need someone to vent to, when you want to talk about the overwhelming underwhelmingness of boys that break our hearts or the overwhelming overwhelmingness of when a kiss leaves your head reeling, when i back you up and you need someone to stick up for you, or when you just need someone to understand- we’ve done that for each other in the last 3 years and we will do that for each other forevermore. i love you so much !!!! happy 19th lern jergi!!!!! camila“ - Camila on Lauren
• Talk to literally everyone. Like if you’re next to me we will become besties. sorry • Point out cool cosplays and people with awesome outfits • Scream. Not sing the lyrics loudly. I will scream when the singer seems. Dude trust me it’s hella relaxing you let out all your stress there and leave it behind. • Dance badly
• Kinda sit down before the band plays because honey my back fucking hurts • Shout out “You saved my life” to the people on stage. Don’t you dare get mad at me for doing it because I’m a broke bitch and will never be able to meet them one on one
• When the concert ends imma hug you randomly. idgaf if you’ve never met me before we’re huggin. c’mere :)
• DID I MENTION CRYING
• I AM SO SORRY THAT I AM OF AVERAGE HEIGHT AND I FEEL PERSONALLY GUILTY FOR MY HEIGHT AND I WILL HELP ALL THE SURROUNDING SMOLS AS BEST AS I CAN • If you elbow me and you don’t say sorry and you clearly hear me you’re gonna catch these hands • Steal my spot and I will fucking cut you • I pull off my long sleeved shirts so I’m not hiding my cuts. This is the only place I feel accepted for all of me so YOU’RE GONNA SEE EM ACCIDENTALLY • If I end up next to someone who only knows one or two popular songs on the radio I will be mad. sorry. oh wait. im not sorry. u bitch.
• If you just stand and record the whole thing without even smiling at your chance at seeing the people on stage I WILL JUDGE YOU.
• CRYING IS LIKELY
• Shout genuine compliments to the band members like “I love you” “You’re amazing” “Your beanie looks nice”
• I WILL KILL YOU IF YOU ARE “SAVING A SEAT FOR YOUR DAUGHTER” AND THEN NOT LEAVE WHEN SHE GETS THERE
• If you lie about your dad being in the front to be closer imma punch u
• I WILL HUG YOU IF YOU ARE ALSO CRYING BECAUSE I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL
• THIS IS MY ONLY CHANCE TO BE MYSELF PLEASE JUST LET ME CRY GODDAMNIT
During the first season of the show, NBC seriously considered cancelling the show because other shows like Wife Swap were outdoing The Office’s ratings, but after Steve Carell’s “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” the show made a breakout.
Rainn Wilson, who played Dwight Schrute, originally auditioned for the role of Michael Scott.
Originally, the TV show Parks & Recreation was supposed to be a spin-off show with Rashida Jones (who played Karen in The Office), but the spin-off idea was scrapped.
The Office was originally supposed to air on FX or HBO before it landed on NBC with a wider audience.
The episode “The Farm” in The Office’s final season was supposed to be a backdoor pilot for a new spin-off TV show starring Rainn Wilson (Dwight Schrute). However, NBC passed on The Farm and the episode was simply another one in a very long final season.
Jenna Fischer (Pam) and Angela Kinsey (Angela) are best friends in real life.
John Krasinski (Jim) and BJ Novak (Ryan Howard) went to high school together.
Some of the writers of the show actually acted in the show. Mindy Kaling (Kelly), Paul Lieberstein (Toby), and BJ Novak (Ryan) were among them.
Steve Carell almost missed out on being Michael Scott because he was working in another NBC sitcom titled “Come to Papa.”
The Officer’s producers originally wanted to make Jim and Pam’s relationship an interracial love story.
Oscar Nunez being gay was unplanned. He would not have been gay if not for a pink shirt he wore because of the wardrobe staff.
When the show was still airing, tons of people came up to Jenna Fischer (Pam) and told her they were disappointed with Pam’s “strong willed personality and assertiveness.”
John Krasinski (Jim) shot the videos of Scranton in the opening credits and theme song of the show.
The opening credits of The Office revealed the real Penn Paper Building on Mifflin Avenue in Scranton.
The show’s cast often surfed the Internet in between takes.
Four characters had the same name as the actors who played them - Angela Kinsey, Oscar Nunez, Phyllis Smith and Creed Bratton.
The character Ryan Howard got his last name from a popular athlete.
Brian Baumgartner (Kevin) and Ed Helms (Andy) were batch mates together in a school in Georgia.
Poor Richard’s Pub is actually a pub in Scranton.
The opening credits of The Office revealed a section of the Los Angeles Municipal Code.
Steve Carell was never a fan of the British version of the show.
Steve Carell placed a British flag on his desk in the show to honor the British version, although he didn’t even have a desire to watch it.
Jenna Fischer kept her character Pam’s engagement ring in the series.
The value of Pam’s engagement ring was around $5,000.
The warehouse used in the basketball episode was really just below the actual office.
Dunder Mifflin is now recognized by the Chamber of Commerce.
Paul Giamatti was NBC’s first choice for the role of Michael Scott; however, Paul turned down the role.
Before his audition, Steve Carell had only seen 5 minutes of the British version of The Office.
Seth Rogan auditioned for the role of Dwight Schrute.
Angela Kinsey originally auditioned for the role of Pam.
Kate Flannery (Meredith) originally auditioned for the role of Jan.
Phyllis Smith, who played Phyllis, was originally the casting director for the show, but producers loved her so much, they created a role for her.
Oscar Nunez didn’t think the show would be a hit, so he kept his jobs as a server and babysitter after he got the role.
Jenna Fischer’s real-life pregnancy was not an issue for writers because they were already planning a Pam-Jim pregnancy.
Dwight Schrute was supposed to leave the show after the ninth season and have his own spin-off show titled “The Farm.”
In the episode “The Launch Party,” John Krasinski accidentally signs Meredith’s pelvic cast with his name and not Jim’s name.
In the episode “A Benihana Christmas,” Michael, Andy, and Jim dine at the exact same Benihana restaurant that Carell’s character goes to in “The 40-Year-Old Virgin.”
Before the show, most of the show’s writers had never had a writing job before.
Mindy’s roommate made an appearance in season two of the show, playing Brenda Matlowe, an executive from Dunder Mifflin corporate who came to evaluate Michael’s “leadership training exercise” in season two’s “Booze Cruise” episode.
Before B.J. Novak was hired on the show, he was working as Ashton Kutcher’s lead accomplice on MTV’s Punk’d in 2003.
I feel a bit narcissistic in posting these xD but I just had to. I bought some of my own shirts from my Redbubble and I’ll say that the quality is unmatched!! They came so quickly and the prints are beautiful, they almost look like they’re sewn into the fabric!! I feel very in-tune with my love of The Song of Achilles now~


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According to the statement in the chancellor’s September 2022 Growth Plan, the repeal of the complex IR35 off-payroll working rules will “free up time and money” for businesses to engage contractors, but in a radio interview last week former UK prime minister Gordon Brown described the proposed repeals as a "tax avoidance charter".
While widely welcomed by most businesses and contractors, what might the repeal mean in practice for UK businesses, contractors and HMRC? Will the repeal even make it into the forthcoming Finance Act in order to become law by April 6 2023?
And will Kwasi Kwarteng’s plan, commitment to embed “tax simplification” at the heart of the tax system and be a core Treasury and HMRC priority, bring any reassurance to businesses and contractors grappling with the complex legal case law defining employment status?
A confusing set of misnomers
It has been widely misreported in some media that IR35 itself is being repealed. It is not. The IR35 regime was introduced by Gordon Brown when he was chancellor of the exchequer and it is still in place.
The purpose of IR35 is to ensure that individuals who are really working like employees but providing their services through their limited personal service companies (PSC) broadly pay the same tax and national insurance contributions as people who are employed directly.
Part two chapter eight of the Income Tax (Pensions & Earnings) Act 2003 – the intermediaries legislation commonly known as IR35 – placed the responsibility for assessing the true employment status of the engagement on the contractor.
If the working arrangement between the individual and client was akin to employment, that is, 'inside IR35', then the intermediary was required to treat payments from the client for services rendered as deemed salary and deduct PAYE accordingly.
This new IR35 regime did not bring in the expected revenue and because of perceived wide-spread non-compliance, reforms were introduced in the form of the off-payroll working (OPW) rules under chapter 10 of ITEPA.
The OPW rules shifted the liability for assessing employment status and making PAYE deductions when required onto the end-user client. The OPW rules have applied in the public sector since April 2017 and to medium to large private sector businesses with a UK connection since April 2021.
The ITEPA definition of a medium to large business is when it meets two out of the three following tests:
- annual turnover of £10.2mn;
- a balance sheet of more than £5.1mn; or
- more than 50 employees.
It is these OPW reforms under chapter 10 that are being repealed. From April 6 2023 the position reverts to what it was before April 2017 (public sector) and before April 2021 (private sector.
Contractors who provide their services through their personal service company will again be solely responsible for assessing their own employment status and deducting tax and NICs from their fees if they conclude they are a deemed employee.
A welcome development?
Kwarteng’s promise that the repeal of the OPW rules will save businesses time and money from April 2023 onwards is a credible one. Businesses will be freed from the considerable burden of producing status determination statements (SDS), confirming what they believe the contractor’s true employment status to be and reasons for their decision.

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The Village at Penn State’s Executive Chef Highlights Fall Squash
September 6, 2022
With summer ending and the beginning of fall in sight, let’s discuss an often overlooked fall harvest item. Many varieties of fall squash will be in abundance at the store or farmers market. The cooking styles and techniques are almost endless. Fall squash can be prepared as a side dish or as a vegetarian entrée. The internet is loaded with creative recipes to help you experiment with all of the squash varieties.
Here is a quick look at some of the more common varieties of fall squash. Be adventurous and try one that is new to your dining experience. The culinary team will also be featuring creative squash recipes throughout the fall season.
Butternut squash is probably one of the most common and versatile squashes. Its sweet creamy orange flesh lends itself to a variety of cooking methods. Flavor pairs well with other bold items.
The acorn squash is very versatile with a tender golden flesh. Try baking with cinnamon and honey
There is more than just pie going on here. The soft dark orange flesh works wonders to any risotto recipe. Try making a puree of pumpkin soup with your preferred spices.
Spaghetti squash is probably known best for its delicate stringy texture. Great substitute for traditional spaghetti with red sauce.
The delicata squash is distinguished by its pale skin with dark green lines. Moist delicate flesh with citrus undertones. Roast and season with fresh herbs.

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He has played lead roles in many Marathi films and supporting roles in Hindi films. His portrayal of Sanjay Dutt's sidekick 'Dedh Phutiya' (lit. One and a half-foot, referring to the short stature of his character) in the popular Hindi film The Reality was appreciated by critics and audiences alike.
Narvekar ,born in a Marathi speaking Konkani Daivajna family,now lives in Mumbai-Powai with his wife and son.His son Aryan narvekar recently made his debut with the marathi film Bokya Satbande.
He is known for his cynical and loud comments in films.
Following are some of the Marathi plays in which Sanjay Narvekar has played a role

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The Benefits of Using Groundcovers for Contrast in Your Fruit Orchard: Create a Beautiful and Productive Space with These Tips
If you have a fruit orchard, you know how important it is to maintain healthy soil and keep pests at bay. One way to do this while also creating a beautiful space is by using groundcovers. These low-growing plants not only add contrast to your orchard, but they also provide a number of benefits.
Benefits of Groundcovers
Groundcovers are a type of plant that grows close to the ground and spreads out to cover large areas. They are often used as a substitute for traditional lawns because they require less maintenance, less water, and less fertilizer. In an orchard setting, groundcovers offer a number of benefits, including:
- Reducing soil erosion
- Suppressing weeds
- Attracting beneficial insects
- Reducing soil compaction
- Providing a habitat for small wildlife
Choosing the Right Groundcovers
When choosing groundcovers for your orchard, it's important to consider your climate, soil type, and the amount of sun your orchard receives. Some popular groundcovers for orchards include:
- Creeping juniper
- Low-growing herbs like chamomile and lavender
You can also use a combination of groundcovers to create a more diverse and visually interesting space.
Planting and Maintenance
When planting groundcovers, it's important to prepare the soil by removing any weeds or debris and adding compost or other organic matter. Be sure to space the plants properly and water them regularly until they are established. Once established, groundcovers require less watering and maintenance than traditional lawns.
To keep your groundcovers looking their best, be sure to prune and trim them as needed. You can also add a layer of mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and prevent weeds.
Using groundcovers in your fruit orchard is a great way to add contrast and create a more beautiful and productive space. By choosing the right groundcovers and maintaining them properly, you can enjoy all the benefits these plants have to offer.

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TIC Gums revealed Ticaloid® GR 5420 and Ticaloid® Tortilla, two new products for the tortilla and flatbread manufacturing industry at the Tortilla Industry Association (TIA) 2012. Both are blends of hydrocolloids that reproduce the benefits of guar gum in bakery items like tortillas but contain no guar. TIA is among the most important trade event of the year for the tortilla industry. It was held this year is at Caesars’ Palace in Las Vegas.
For corn and flour tortilla manufacturers and developers, the use of guar gum is important to managing moisture. Proper inclusion of moisture in these and other bakery items is important for proper texture and shelf stability. Food scientists at TIC Gums were able to reproduce the benefits of guar but without using any.
Ticaloid GR 5420
Ticaloid GR 5420 is a 100 percent replacement for guar gum in bakery mixes including those for tortillas and flatbreads. With no guar gum in the hydrocolloid blend, the gums that are used manage the retention of water, providing the equivalent dough texture food manufacturers need. Usage of Ticaloid GR 5420 is 2 to 5 ounces for 100 pounds of flour.
Another guar-free hydrocolloid blend, Ticaloid Tortilla facilitates machinability, moisture control and flexibility. The standard usage for Ticaloid Tortilla is for 4 to 8 ounces per 100 pounds of flour. TIC Gums recommends five parts of water for every one part of gum used. More water will provide the needed moisture for flexible, shelf-stable tortillas.
Guar gum demand
The increased demand for guar gum stems from the energy industry’s use of it for horizontal drilling and well fracturing, or fracking. As overall demand for guar gum rose from 250,000 metric tons per year to 480,000 metric tons per year (350,000 metric tons for the energy industry alone) over the past 24 months, food manufacturers and developers are interested in finding substitutes for what was once a relatively inexpensive and readily available hydrocolloid. It was this need that was the catalyst for this and other similar inventions from TIC Gums.


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- Jun 04,2017
Our music sessions continue in The Parish Hall. Next session will be on Saturday 10th. June 6pm to 8pm. Geraldine Brosna Killarney School of Music has been confirmed to lead the session; all welcome (although not suitable for beginners). The sessions will continue to be held on the second Saturday of the month 6pm to 8pm in The Parish Hall.
Celtic Steps currently in its fifth season runs six nights per week at the beautiful Killarney Racecourse. The show portrays the very best in Irish Culture through the medium of Irish music, song and dance. The Show runs every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from April to Mid-October and seven nights weekly for June, July & August at the Killarney Racecourse. Booking Information/Enquiries Sean- Mobile +353 7735542. David –Mobile +353 872461745


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The Carolina Panthers will host their NFC South rival New Orleans Saints on Sunday afternoon. Here is a game preview, the betting odds and a prediction.
Week 3 of the 2017 NFL season is under way. One of the games featuring NFC South rivals on Sunday will be between the Carolina Panthers (2-0) and the New Orleans Saints (0-2).
Kickoff from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte will be at 1:00 p.m. ET on September 24. FOX will have the telecast with Kenny Albert and Ronde Barber in the booth. This is the first game between NFC South teams this season. It should be an exciting one.
Carolina is looking to improve to 3-0. While the Panthers defense has played very well, the offense has left a lot to be desired. Carolina may be 2-0, but wins over the San Francisco 49ers and the Buffalo Bills aren’t exactly ones to brag about.
The NFL has moved the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Miami Dolphins to Week 11 because of Hurricane Irma.
As Hurricane Irma continues to move towards Southern Florida, the NFL has been forced to weigh options regarding the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Miami Dolphins. One of the options was to move the game to another city, out of harms way, or to delay the game to Week 11, because both teams conincidentally share the same bye week.
The NFL decided to do the latter, rescheduling the game to Week 11 and announced the decision in a press release this morning.
“Due to the potential impact of Hurricane Irma on South Florida, the Miami Dolphins home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, originally scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what monitoring is taking place on university campuses to ensure compliance with the International Holocaust Remembrance Association definition of anti-semitism.
3 July 2019
There is no place in our society, including within higher education, for hatred or any form of discrimination or racism, such as antisemitism. This is why I have called on higher education providers to accept the International Holocaust Remembrance Association (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism.
Higher education providers are autonomous organisations, responsible for the management of their own internal affairs. They should discharge their responsibilities fully and have robust policies and procedures in place to comply with the law, and to investigate and swiftly address all hate crime, including any antisemitic incidents that are reported.
On 16 May 2019, I wrote to all higher education providers to urge them to consider adopting the IHRA definition and set out my view that this is a useful tool which will help front-line services better understand and recognise instances of antisemitism. The government believes that adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism sends a clear message that antisemitic behaviour will not be tolerated, and that any instances of antisemitism will be taken very seriously.

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One man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the first homicide of 2024 in Columbus.
Columbus police said probable cause has been established to arrest and charge Devaris Binn, 19, with Murder and Armed Robbery in connection with the death of William Brown earlier this month.
Police said officers responded at 6:05 p.m. on Jan. 8 to the 2300 block of Fort Benning Road to reports of a shooting where they found Brown wounded.
Brown was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead later that day at 6:51 p.m., according to authorities.
Binn is scheduled to appear in Recorder’s Court on Tuesday at 9 a.m, according to police.


Coming from metal act Assimilation, Vancouver’s Matt Chanway has a lot to live up to on his self-titled solo record. The record shows a lot of amazing ability that metal heads will love and has enough of the style that made greats like Chris Broderick, Greg Howe and George Lynch influence artists like Chanway over the years to prove he’s got something up his sleeve.
The machine gun like rhythms, particularly from the drums on opening track “Evidence of the Arcane,” conjure up a dark vision of Chanway’s world. The overt technicality is almost too much on this track, and some of the switches from vicious rush to unnerving chug make a track that constantly keeps you on edge. “The Receiver of Wisdom” offers a brighter backing to its endless barrage of beats. The flurries of notes are broken up with much more groove driven sections that give more context and room for the thrash to play on and the playfulness of the outro is strangely fun.
The heavy crush returns on “Harbinger 2.1” which starts on a pulsing intro before launching into its mix of intentionally choppy guitars and drums, and some juicy licks from guitar to guitar. The song is truly at its best when the drums and guitar have room to open up and move freely, creating feelings of release every time it happens. It’s fire from the get go on “271114” where Chanway is a bat out of hell just pushing his relentless beats and riffs until almost halfway through the song where only some space is given every few notes. This said it almost feels to relentless and continuous as by halfway through the track the feeling is too familiar and the lack of shifting moments in the track, let alone room to breathe make it feel repetitive.
The dynamic shifts make “Eyes in the Sky” a unique beast on the album, with the stops providing the thrashings return with more reason. The freestyle guitar that flutters over the slashing rhythms are as frantic as they are apocalyptic, and are as impressive as they are fast. The song’s final rush feels like a race to the finish also crafting a mini-melody within itself that leaves the listener wanting more. Closing track “Lucidity” fits in some of the most satisfying drums on the record, a disturbing mix of guitar lines and some of the finest melodies on the record. The voicing Chanway pulls out on his guitar in place of vocals are a welcome replacement and make the track feel like it offers even more than the songs before it.
Matt Chanway‘s self-titled record is a technical showcase for the ages, and crams every last note into its composition. With this however, the tracks feel tiring in their relentlessness at times and until “Lucidity” feel to samey, more from a lack of variation within each track than to suggest each track sounds the same. If Chanway can channel the originality of his closing track going forward though he’ll have something powerful in his hands for the future.
Want to keep metal relevant? Learn from the best and go from there. On From Our Own Ashes, the bombastic new album from Matchstickmen, the band pulls electricity and flair from bands like Judas Priest, Metallica, Iron Maiden and even modern greats like Muse to create an album with some astonishing compositional prowess. In their efforts the band throws everything at each track, leaving nothing behind, and it sticks quite well, for the most part.
A flurry of riffs open the album on “Wake Up Call” with heavy metal and the hefty thump of the bass and drums driving the track. The dynamic switch-ups in the song provide some shockingly powerful moments in a song derivative of much simpler metal. Gritty slide guitar sets the tone for “Cheap Little Thrill” before it hits the gas and powers along in its hook heavy glory. Between a suave lo-fi verse, vocal chants and a chorus full of catchy licks from vocals and guitar the track is overflowing with memorable moments leaving one to hope the rest of the album can keep up.
There’s a darker tone to “For No Reason” with bass and drums leading the track in heavy fashion. Although the catchy and memorable moments are less frequent, the moments like solos and the intense outro more than fill the void. On “Wrong Side of 30” things jump back into high-gear, with cymbals ringing with reckless abandon. Call-and-response between guitar and bass as well as some great harmonies make it a vicious track with more than just energy to offer.
Although a little more predictable, the sound-crafting on “Imperfection” is quite the opposite. With a mix of more hooks that will get stuck in your head for days the track only suffers from being a little bland compositionally. “Different Paths” comes out of left field with a bright and soft-rock tone to its mood. Although the track shows some pop and tonal range for the band, it just feels a little too out of place to land cohesively in the album.
There’s bookended brilliance to “Hit By Chance” opening on a riff that would make Muse blush but soon switching to a verse that just can’t match its raw power. The track makes up for it when it kicks into its solo, reigniting the flame the opening lick started and giving every last ounce of energy the band has before dropping into an over-the-top heavy closer that ends it with head-banging glory. “On The Surface” opts for a more clean and open sound, using tone for dynamics instead of just extra volume. This said the disjointed feeling of the song makes it feel like two songs trying to mesh but always feeling a little separated.
Despite an underwhelming start, “Not Knowing” builds into a powerful and epic track that shows a powerful song-writing ability from the band. A solo that oozes emotion and chorus chants that beg for crowd sing-a-longs the track definitely hits its stride with a fury. There’s a distinct level of Jane’s Addiction overtones on “Numb” with fun production choices and the album’s heaviest distortion making it a unique track sonically. Save for some clever moments the track is a little light on originality at times and just doesn’t impress like some of the album’s earlier stompers.
You can buy the record from Holier Than Thou Records’ Bandcamp page.
Hamilton’s Profaner wins 2nd place at Wacken 2016
Hamilton, ON’s PROFANER conquered the 2016 WACKEN METAL BATTLE CANADA competition this past June beating out over 100 bands from across the country to be the ‘One Band To Rule Them All’ and perform at the world’s largest metal fest Wacken Open Air 2016 in Wacken, Germany, which holds an attendance of over 80,000 metalheads. Ready to pillage the crowds at the international WACKEN METAL BATTLE representing Canada among 27 other countries, the dust settled from all the mosh pits and PROFANER were presented 2nd place for this year’s 2016 world competition, continuing the prestige of metal talent produced out of Canada.
Witnessed by WMBC organizer JJ Tartaglia at Wacken Open Air, he had this to comment:
“Profaner played their best set I’ve seen yet. They’ve beyond proven themselves here at Wacken and have impressed a lot of people. I’ve never been prouder of the Metal Battle and the dreams that it realizes. Canadian metal is stronger than ever!”
PROFANER also commented on their win:
“Profaner takes second place!!!! We won 1000 beers!! Thank you to everyone involved back home and worldwide. We owe you our greatest thanks for all our success. This is beyond a dream come true. Thank you Wacken Open Air and Wacken Metal Battle Canada. Can’t wait to come back home and celebrate with Crimson Shadows and Vesperia.
PROFANER was defending Canada’s world title after Vesperia were crowned 2015 world champions. In the last three years of Canada’s participation, they have produced two world champions, Vesperia (2015) (video) and Crimson Shadows (2013) (video).
The 2016 national final for Wacken Metal Battle Canada was held on June 11th in Toronto, ON at The Opera House, with the country’s top five bands, Vancouver’s The Mountain Man (BC Winner), Edmonton’s Tales of The Tomb (Prairie Winner), Hamilton’s Profaner and Toronto’s Pyramid Theorem (Ontario Winners) plus Montreal’s DistortHead (Quebec Winner).
After everyone stumbles back to their tents, Air bnb’s or hotels to get some sleep and recharge a bit, it’s time for day two. Of course, not without the help some good ol’ poutine and egg breakfasts, and maybe a couple Gatorades.
This year’s second day may not have been quite as invigorating and intense as the first, but with the heat being upwards of 30 degrees throughout the day, the rest was needed- not to say that it didn’t compare sonically and energetically. Although the day was tamer, the energy in the crowd didn’t change for a second, nor that Montebello vibe that you can’t really put into words. Festival-goers lined the streets as early as 8 a.m. in search of food and drinks, listening to distant sound checks in anticipation of the day to come. After breakfasts and recoveries were had, the festival grounds once again flooded with hundreds of thousands of music lovers.
Guttermouth and Streetlight Manifesto opened up the Budweiser stage. Streetlight’s energy powered vocals, upbeat horns, and all around feel-good ska music got the crowd fueled up, throwing their legs around and dancing their hearts out. The seven-piece band hit the same stage two years ago and came back with the same big smiles, wicked attitudes and a performance full of fun.
While the day was untouched by disappointing performances, the Budweiser stage did have its own letdowns to offer. Lamb of God always puts on an unreal performance, but the headbanging came to a 10-15 minute halt about midway through their first song. The stage’s technical difficulties did the opposite of losing the crowd’s attention though, and it had Randy Blythe even more amped up after the issues were resolved. Triumphantly going straight back into their set, Lamb of God was without a dull moment. Shaking speakers, crowd surfers galore, a mosh pit not to be reckoned with, and Blythe’s dreads going every which way. Being one of the only metal acts this year, with a name to match their status in the metal community, Lamb of God had fists pumping front to back, left to right, with a crowd packed up almost all the way back to the festival entrance. Blythe is a phenomenal performer, with a stage presence that continuously blows my mind. Beginning to end, the seasoned metal rockers had the crowd completely involved and did not let their set run short because of the technical difficulties. Fans were actually graced with an extended set, seemingly in protest of the machines robbing them of the beginnings of their performance.
Ice Cube was a highly anticipated name this year, and while it was an absolute nightmare to try and get an even relatively nice picture of the set, it was epic to see Ice Cube live. Smoke clouding the air and lyrics being chanted aloud, it would not come as a surprise to see his name reoccur in years to come.
In the three years that I’ve been attending Rockfest, not once have I heard the festival tell the crowd to calm down. Limp Bizkit has been around for 20 plus years, but they still have such a strong following that even the security guards were getting themselves extra prepared for the show. It was so packed that people were lined up behind the fences of the entrance gates trying to get a view of
the stage. Fred Durst has quite the distinct look to him, even some photographers were flinching as he threw water bottles to the crowd. Durst threw himself around the stage, toured left to right across the front row, and went into the crowd a few times to give the fans an up close and personal performance. At one point Durst was actually atop the crowd, held up by screaming fans.
Headlining such an enthralling festival with so much energy and so many anticipated acts is a large spot to fill. While the organizers have a lot to do with ever so perfectly scheduling Rise Against as the headlining act on closing night, the band filled the slot in a way that could not have been foreseen.
Through weathered voices and tired fists, the size of the crowd for Rise Against did not simmer. Their message is clear, their music is beloved, and the only real way to describe their stage presence with the utmost diligence is to say that it’s almost a live version of when you spend that moment alone, with your headphones in, or in your car, searching to find bliss in their music.
Rockfest 2016 was somewhat of a reflection, or even a live reminiscence of the past 20 years. The outcome of which tremendously represented belief, courage, standing together, and remaining strong through the fiercest struggles.
Another year of Amnesia Rockfest shenanigans has come and passed, and what a year it was. The 11th edition of Montebello, Quebec’s two day festival was jam packed with hugs, tears, fights, and couriously enough, a panda suit here and there.
This year was especially a treat for anyone who identifies with the music of the 90s. Bands like Sum 41, who most never (like myself) thought they’d ever get to see on stage again, and The Used, treated fans to energy filled sets that they’ll remember for the rest of their lives.
The first day was a force to be reckoned with. A day that I can honestly say, only had a couple disappointments, which unfortunately, both go to the members of Blink 182. Travis Barker having to cancel his solo set was quite disappointing, but seeing such a beloved band (Blink 182) put on such a disappointing set in the headlining slot, was far more dispiriting. While many Blink fans are accepting of Matt Skiba of Akaline Trio taking the place of Tom Delonge, supporters still expect to see a lively set when they head out to one of their shows. This was nothing of the sorts. Skiba was not charismatic with the crowd on any level, and the connection between him and Mark Hoppus was non-existent. Although Barker put on his usual high-powered performance, it did not pull away from the lack of emphasis put forth by the frontmen. Despite the lack of energy and enthusiasm, it’s always great to hear Blink 182 play live, and there were just as many pleased crowd members as there were disappointed, if not more.
The amount of bands to see on the first day of Rockfest 2016 had people running from one stage to the next, not wanting to miss a moment. The day started off with an astoundingly dynamic set by the Creepshow. The crowd was just as involved with the set as the band was with the crowd, and what else could you really ask for to kick off such an electric festival?
Other highlights of the day were sets from Against Me!, The Used, Mustard Plug, Sum 41, Billy Talent, and Korn. Laura Jane Grace brought a unique, wild, and incomparable performance to the Budweiser stage mid-day, with a presence to match the scorching heat. Against Me! has a way with their fans, and there is no mistaking the chemistry between bandmates there. Thrashing through their hits, old and new, they connected with the crowd to the point where you could see tears running down faces from left to right.
Unsurprisingly, the only band to leave the stage in shambles, throwing instruments array and jumping around like crazy, was The Used. Celebrating 15 years, the band was clearly ecstatic to be in the presence of so many loyal fans. A circle pit competition was inevitable, but they also stopped mid-way through their set to tell the crowd to be thankful for what they’ve got, take care of each other, and give the person beside them a hug. Looking out onto a crowd of drunk, sweaty music fans hugging it out after throwing each other around in a mosh pit is almost descriptive of the festival itself.
Of course, Brampton’s Billy Talent, never disappoints. The band is known for getting the crowd wild, and who could be surprised with Benjamin Kowalewicz’s energizer bunny-esque live persona.
Another Canadian favourite, Ajax’s Sum 41, came back with a vengeance. After years apart the band came to the stage with a couple new members, but the same outstanding, adrenaline fueled act. Die-hard fans were lined up long before the show, and the crowd was seemingly entranced. With all of the trials and tribulations that the band has faced over the past few years, people could not have been happier to welcome them back to the stage, and it was more than evident that the band was just as ecstatic to be back. Deryck Whibley overcame a serious addiction to alcohol, survived organ failure, and came back to give us his all on stage. What a recovery it was too, it’s quite the inspiration to see such a miraculous turn around for a man who had such a heavy influence on a generation.
All in all, day one of Rockfest 2016 was a blast from the past, a nostalgia filled trip through the sounds of an extremely angsty generation. Crowd surfers were a plenty, fists were pumping, and the screaming fans must have been audible from three towns away.


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Queen Mary Hotel Room Prices – Join Aiden Sinclair and Becca Knight for a live stream of a virtual paranormal investigation into The Queen Mary every Friday night at 7pm PST. Explore the vibrant history of the Queen Mary and join her ghost hunt. Other programs will be held on May 8 and 15. The broadcast will be live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aidensinclairsmagickand follow on Instagram: @AidenSinclair
Book 14 days in advance for a 15% discount! Whether it’s a few drinks in her iconic bar, a twilight stroll on her starboard side, an incomparable morning at her Sunday breakfast or a stay in a cabin that holds more memories than we can say Well, one thing’s for sure, the Queen Mary calls everyone, including you. Reservations cannot be canceled without the possibility of a refund. Please note that changing the date or duration of your reservation may result in a price change. Full advance payment required, irrevocable, non-refundable (including taxes and fees)
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From historical tours to extravagant attractions, shopping, spas and events, there is a wide variety of things to do and see on board. We hope you enjoy your stay aboard the Queen Mary and take in all the amazing sights it has to offer.
The Queen Mary
The construction and launching of the Queen Mary is nothing short of remarkable, and her story is rich in history, elegance and grandeur. From the time construction began in 1930 in Clydebank, Scotland, Queen Mary was destined to stand in a class of her own.
An all-inclusive entertainment destination set on 65 acres of waterfront land surrounding the iconic ship, The Island will pay tribute to the golden age of luxury liners while bringing a curated collection of music to life. Hurry up! Other travelers are now viewing this page. Check standard prices, special prices and last minute offers
If you stay at The Queen Mary, you’ll be centrally located in Long Beach, steps from the RMS Queen Mary and a 5-minute walk to the Long Beach Cruise Terminal. The hotel is 1.4 miles (2.3 km) from The Pike at Rainbow Harbor and 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the Aquarium of the Pacific Ocean.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour health club, or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
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Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (for a fee) is available on site.
Enjoy a meal at one of the hotel’s several restaurants, which include 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafeterias. Need to rest? Relax with a delicious drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A buffet breakfast is available every day from 6:30 to 10:00 for a surcharge.
Stay in one of the 346 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room has a bed with a pillow. Satellite television is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
If you are thinking of bringing a pet and want to know if pets are allowed at The Queen Mary, please read the hotel’s pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge a pet fee or impose a pet weight limit. Queen Mary Hotel’s pet policy is set out below.
How Many People Died Onboard The Queen Mary?
The Queen Mary Good to know: The Queen Mary Hotel rooms at the Queen Mary Hotel are decorated with original works of art. The Queen Mary Long Beach Hotel has a parking lot near the boat entrance. Guests can choose between self-parking and valet parking. Queen Mary Hotel Long Beach offers late check-out depending on room type. Guests of The Queen Mary Long Beach Hotel can explore the ship’s purported hauntings with a guided tour package. The Queen Mary Hotel has an award-winning restaurant that offers spectacular views of the beach. Guests planning to stay at the Queen Mary Hotel can bring their pets.
Queen Mary Long Beach Hotel Bottom Line: The Queen Mary Ship Hotel is one of the most unique lodging options in Southern California. It has 347 well-equipped rooms and apartments ready for a luxurious vacation. The apartments are decorated with polished wood and furnished with art from the 1930s. The Queen Mary Hotel has many attractions for guests to explore. This includes over two hours of guided paranormal tours before a sumptuous meal at the hotel’s restaurant. Queen Mary Hotel California also offers spa services. A sun terrace is available at The Hotel Queen Mary Long Beach Hotel.
Evolution Hospitality is a privately owned independent hospitality and management group based in Orange County, California. The company is managed by Second Wave, an in-house creative and marketing agency that helps generate sales and revenue for a diverse set of hotel and lodging properties operating under Evolution Hospitality Services. Such diverse portfolio and services give Evolution Hospitality a revolutionary edge over other companies in the hospitality and management category.
One of the biggest and oldest clients under Evolution Hospitality is Tarsadia Hotels. Tarsadia Hotels is a hotel investment group and has been built from the ground up to the brand it is known for during its prime. However, in 2011, Tarsadia hotels became a separate company.
Legendary Ocean Liner Queen Mary Available For ‘charter’ Until 2082
Since 2015, Evolution Hospitality has become a wholly owned subsidiary of Ambridge Hospitality, a brand belonging to the world’s largest private management companies. Evolution Hospitality currently has hotels located in California and is beginning to gradually expand its brand across the United States within upscale, elegant, boutique and independent types of hotels and accommodations in urban markets in the United States. Mildly branded properties and new hotels built from the ground up continue to be part of the brand’s portfolio.
For unpublished rates call: 855-516-1090 Nearest airport and in and around Queen Mary Hotel – Long Beach, CA
Get free competitive quotes for weddings, meetings, sports teams and other events and save up to 70% on group rates.
Check-in time for the Queen Mary is between 4:00 PM and midnight. The minimum age for registration is 18 years.
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Based on recent averages, room rates for this weekend could be as low as $199 per night.
Travelers find this hotel good for business travelers, pet-friendly, and convenient for shopping. Other topics include adventure sports, family.
Queen Mary is minutes from RMS Queen Mary – 0.1 km / 0.1 miles, Long Beach Cruise Terminal – 0.4 km / 0.2 miles and Aquarium of the Pacific – 1.9 km / 1.2 miles
The preferred airport for Queen Mary is Los Angeles Intl. (Lax). The airport is conveniently located when you visit this Long Beach hotel.
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If you are thinking of bringing a pet (dog or cat) and want to know if pets are allowed at The Queen Mary, please read the hotel’s pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge a pet fee or impose a pet weight limit. Queen Mary Hotel’s pet policy is set out below.
Good to know: The rooms at the Queen Mary Hotel at the Queen Mary Hotel are decorated with original works of art. The Queen Mary Long Beach Hotel has a parking lot near the boat entrance. Guests can choose between self-parking and valet parking. Queen Mary Hotel Long Beach offers late check-out depending on room type. Guests of the Queen Mary Long Beach Hotel can explore the ship’s purported hauntings with a guided tour package. The Queen Mary Hotel has an award-winning restaurant that offers spectacular views of the beach. Guests planning to stay at the Queen Mary Hotel can bring their pets.
Enter your email so we can send you a secure password reset link and you can benefit from your future visits. All the pomp and grandeur of Titanic without any of the iceberg nonsense; Queen Mary had a long and successful career with a poor rendition of ‘My Heart Will Go On’.
Beginning life in the 1930s, it was built in Scotland and became a luxury boat for the famous and rich. It was in action in World War II when it was painted gray and converted to transport troops. Then there were White Star Line rides and cruises before it anchored in Long Beach and turned into a hotel.
Hoping To Draw Guests, The Queen Mary Offers ‘haunted’ Room Starting Friday, The 13th
Now you can stay in several luxury apartments that have been lovingly restored to their original art deco splendor. Several historical tours are available (I know the ship’s history is over 100 years old, but Americans have to start somewhere). The engine rooms look particularly magnificent. Dine in their 5-star restaurant and enjoy fresh tunes from your iPod dock. You can experience the myriad of special themes and events that the hotel organizes annually, including a Scottish festival that honors the ship’s birthplace.
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Crit Theory Session
Join Greg Davies (Curator, CBU Art Gallery) for a talk on Florentine
disegno and venetian colore in the Italian Renaissance.
Other talks scheduled for:
March 25, 7 pm ~ The paragone in art: painting vs sculpture
April 29, 7 pm ~ Bananas, tape and artists at play


DCNS has been awarded a contract to provide through-life support (TLS) services for the French Navy La Fayette-class frigates at Toulon naval base.
Under the €60m contract, DCNS will provide TLS services for five French Navy La Fayette frigates (Aconit, Courbet, Guépratte, La Fayette and Surcouf) for a period of five years beginning 2011.
The company has also assigned a dedicated resources and management team as additional support for the contract to meet refit workloads.
The 410.1ft La Fayette class light multi-mission stealth frigates have a fully loaded displacement capacity of 3,200-3,600t, can carry a crew of 153 and cruise at a speed of 25kt.
The frigate is armed with a 100mm cannon and two 20mm guns, Exocet MM-40 anti-ship missiles and short-range Crotale anti-air missiles.


The draft e-commerce rules, framed by the Consumer Affairs Ministry in June this year to curb predatory practices and monopolistic tendencies of online marketplaces, has incited a hailstorm of criticism from other government ministries, with small traders are in the eye of the storm.
Interestingly, Piyush Goyal heads both the Consumer Affairs Ministry and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce - comprising the Department of Commerce and Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), both of which have clearly stated that the rules in the present form are deeply detrimental to the economic progress of the country.
Let’s take a look at the main points of contention, outlined succinctly in Citizen Matters:
1. Ban on flash sales, a popular method of driving consumer demand on e-commerce platforms. The Consumer Affairs Ministry later clarified in a press release that only those sales will be banned where ‘technological means are used to limit consumer choice’ by restricting the sale to a specific seller or group of sellers.
2. In a provision called ‘fallback liability’, the e-commerce platforms will be liable for any failure in the delivery of a product or service, which causes loss to the consumer.
3. Home brands and associated enterprises of e-commerce companies, which have ‘10% or more’ common beneficial ownership will not be allowed to be listed as a seller hosted by the platforms.
4. Every e-commerce platform will mandatorily have to register with the DPIIT. The registration number and number of invoices generated every day should be ‘prominently displayed’ on the website.
5. A Chief Compliance Officer, Nodal Contact Person and Resident Grievance Officer - all Indian citizens residing in India, must be appointed. Their names and contact details must be furnished, and these officers must respond to queries within 48 hours.
The public red-flagging of concerns by ministries began to unroll in late September when an unnamed official in an interview with newswire PTI said that there was ‘significant difference within the government’ on the draft e-commerce rules, and that ‘unnecessary fear that the government’s current e-commerce policy is hurting small traders’.
Contrarily, the ‘modernisation of e-commerce will create more jobs and economic growth’, which will ultimately benefit micro and small traders, who form 85% of the seven crore traders in the country. Continuous change in policy is creating uncertainty, he added.
Subsequently, an RTI filed by Indian Express, reported on October 1 revealed that the DPIIT in an official memorandum to the Consumer Affairs Ministry had raised several concerns and suggested changes to the draft policy.
Quoting the official communication made public by the RTI, the Indian Express report said, “The concept of ‘fall back liability’ may be examined in view of Product Liability provision as per Section 2(34) and Chapter VI of the Consumer Protection Act 2019. It may be evaluated if the introduction of a new concept of ‘fall back liability’ is necessary for a view of existing legal provisions. The definitions of Cross-Selling, Miss-selling and Flash Sale may be reexamined. These concepts are addressed under ethical and responsible e-Commerce. It may be examined whether the introduction of these new concepts is required”.
Stating that such dissonance among ministries was a healthy way to arrive at a better e-commerce policy, a Business Standard report summarised other objections to the draft rules - the Finance Ministry, which has raised 12 objections, called the rules ‘excessive’ as they attack a revenue and tax-generating industry. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MoCA) has criticised the provision that e-commerce firms should not ‘abuse their dominant position’ in the country, calling it unnecessary and superfluous’. As the country’s antitrust regulator, the Competition Commission of India was already taking care of the issue, it is unnecessary to introduce a mini-competition law regime in the rules, the MoCA said in its July 22 memo.
In a series of memos, reviewed by Reuters, to the Consumer Affairs Ministry, reviewed by Rajiv Kumar, the Vice Chairman of the government’s think tank Niti Ayog had said in July that the proposals hurt ease of doing business and ‘go far beyond their stated aim of protecting consumers and also lack regulatory clarity’.
Unsurprisingly, given the vociferous support to the draft rules by the anti-eCommerce, apex body of the trading community CAIT, the MSME Ministry has lent support to the rules. Not all MSME representatives agree, however. With 86,000 members, 70% of whom engage in online trade, India’s largest trade association for MSMEs, the SME Forum had appealed to the Prime Minister to reconsider the draft rules.
A report in Business India points out that the Department of Consumer Affairs may have come up with these stringent provisions based on the fact that maximum consumer complaints received at the government’s National Consumer Helpline were related to the e-commerce sector.
Given the strident opposition to the draft rules, Piyush Goyal clarified in a recent press conference that the ‘whole purpose of the inter-ministerial consultation was to get views and comments from different quarters’, and assured that the Ministry of Consumer Affairs was ‘trying to balance everybody’s interest’ to arrive at a ‘robust framework that can be implemented in the interest of all Indians’.


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- PROFESSOR Psychiatry
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MD, University of Torino
Internship, Internal Medicine
Union Memorial Hospital
Georgetown University Hospital
New York Presbyterian Hospital
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Medical College of Pennslyvania
Clinical Focus: Anxiety Disorders, Stress Management, Neuropsychiatry, Traumatic Brain Injury
Dr. Riggio's areas of expertise are Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Management. She has an active presence at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and has won teaching awards from the Department of Psychiatry and from the Institute for Medical Education. She is trilingual in English, Italian, and French and maintains an internationally recognized clinical practice.
Dr. Riggio has lectured nationally and internationally. In March 2006 she organized a course on Psychiatric Emergencies in Rome, Italy, at the annual SOPSI Congress; in November 2006 she organized a track on Psychiatric Emergencies at the SIMEU / ACEP Congress in Torino, Italy; in May 2007 she organized a course on "The Routine EEG in Clinical Practice: Indications and Limitations" at the annual APA Congress in San Diego, California; and in February 2008, she was visiting professor at the Chinese University, Hong Kong, China. She has published extensively in both the Psychiatric and Neurologic literature; she has edited four books and two theme issue of the Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine one on Neuropsychiatry and one on Traumatic Brain Injury: from Bench to Bedside to Home.
Principal Investigator, NIMH, "Clinical Antipsychotic Trials of Intervention Effectiveness" CATIE http://220.127.116.11/cgi/content/full/353/12/1209 (from NEJM)
Principal Investigator (VA Site), NIMH, Conte Center Grant, "White Matter Abnormalities in Schizophrenia"
Sano M Editor. Neuropsychiatry. Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine 2006 Nov; 73(7).
Riggio S. Neuropsychiatric manifestations of nonconvulsive status. Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine 2006 Nov; 73(7): 960-966.
Nonconvulsive status epilepticus: clinical features and diagnostic challenges. Psychiatr Clin North Am 2005 Sept; 28(3): 653-664.
Riggio S Editor. Neuropsychiatry. Psychiatric cinics of North America. Philadelphia: 2005, Saunders; 2005. pp751.
Riggio S, Harvey PD. Neurocognition, symptomatology, and functional skills in older alcohol-abusing schizophrenia patients. Schizophr Bull 2005 Jan; 31(1): 175-182.
Jagoda A, Riggio S. Mild traumatic injury and the postconcussive syndrome. In: Psychiatric emergencies. Emergency medicine clinics of North America. Philadelphia: 2000, Saunders; 2000. pp173-269.
Jagoda A, Riggio S, editors. Psychiatric emergencies. Emergency medicine clinics of North America. Philadelphia: 2000, Saunders; 1995. pp363.
Jagoda A, Riggio S. Mild traumatic injury and the postconcussive syndrome. In: Psychiatric emergencies. Emergency medicine clinics of North America. Philadelphia: 2000, Saunders; 1995.
Repetitive motor activity in frontal lobe epilepsy. Adv Neurol 1995; 66: 153-164.
Jasper H Editor, Riggio S Editor, Goldman-Rakic P Editor. Epilepsy and the functional anatomy of the frontal lobe. Adv Neurol 1995;.
Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device and biotechnology companies to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their relationships with such companies.
Dr. Riggio has not yet completed reporting of Industry relationships.
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website at http://icahn.mssm.edu/about-us/services-and-resources/faculty-resources/handbooks-and-policies/faculty-handbook. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.
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OK--so why not repair the problem or does the Chief want new toys? Despite rave reviews from other Valley law enforcement agencies, the Avondale Police Department is dumping its arsenal of Glock handguns, saying they are prone to jams that could jeopardize officers or the public. "It's a significant problem," Police Chief Stephen MacKinnon said. "It was a safety issue for the public." Most of the department's .40-caliber semiautomatic Glock pistols were purchased 12 years ago. LINK: http://arizonarepublic.com/arizona/articles/0729wvGlock0729.html Do they carry out public acutions in AZ?


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Woman charged with arson and murder in connection with Lake Dreamland apartment fire
A woman has been charged with arson and murder in connection with an apartment fire in the Lake Dreamland neighborhood.
Danesha Peden, 26, of Louisville, was arrested early Thursday morning in connection with the death of Archimeda Riley, 41, of Louisville, who died in her home from smoke inhalation, deputy coroner Michael E. Haag said in an email.
Four people, including Riley, were taken to the University of Louisville Hospital. One juvenile has since died, according to an arrest citation. Savannah Cooper, 16, also died, according to a release from Louisville Metro Police's Arson Unit.
Peden admitted to LMPD that she poured gasoline on the house and started the fire, according to an arrest citation.
Around 10:35 p.m. Wednesday, Lake Dreamland and Pleasure Ridge Park fire departments responded to a fire in the 3400 block of Shanks Lane.
Peden was charged with arson and assault, and two charges of murder.
Thomas Novelly: 502-582-4465; email@example.com; Twitter: @TomNovelly. Support strong local journalism by subscribing today: www.courier-journal.com/tomn.


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By the end of instruction, students should be able to :
- understand the codex as an archeological witness to our cultural past;
- reconstitute the various stages in the composition of a medieval book;
- point out the material indices helping us find a manuscript's origin and sometimes date it.
The first part of the course is theoretical : it involves the examination of different stages in the composition of a code : written supports - composition of copy-books - folding the leaves - page setting - stitching and ruling - transcription methods - the copyist 's working tools- decoration and binding. Thus the course is more interested in the study of the container than the contents. With the help of facsimiles, we shall try to show the particularities a researcher may encounter in a codex while doing a codicological description. The course seeks to show the links existing between the material stages in the fabrication of a manuscript and the transmission of the texts conserved therein : the manuscript is by its essence the cultural witness to its epoch.
The second part of the course is practical. Each student is asked to describe a manuscript of his choosing and to put the theoretical information that was presented during the first part of the course to work.
Content and teaching methods
The first part is theoretical : it consist of the examination of the codex fabrication stages (scipture supports, quires composition, pricking and ruling systems, layout, transcription methods, scribe tools, decoration and binding. The course is more focused on the material aspect than on the content. We try to show with facsimile the possible particularities of a codex dicovered during the description. We try then to establish the existing relationships between the material apects and the transmission of the conserved texts : a manuscript is by definition a cultural testimony of its period.
The second part is practical. Each student must describe a manuscript of his choice with the help of all therotecical information received during the first part of the course".
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
Evaluation : One half of the evaluation bears on knowledge of theoretical fundamentals taught in the course. Codicological description of a manuscript is considered a practical exercise and constitutes the second part of the evaluation.
Teaching materials : Student notes. Didactic material (videodiscs, material from the period, parchment, ruled copy-books, quill pens, elements of decoration, etc.) serve to illustrate each course. Students are invited to use as their reference manual : Introduction à la codicologie , de J. LEMAIRE (Publications de l'Institut d'Etudes Médiévales. Textes, études, congrès, 9). Louvain-la-Neuve, 1989.
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By DAVID BARSTOW, SUSANNE CRAIG and RUSS BUETTNER OCT. 2, 2018 The president has long sold himself as a self-made billionaire, but a Times investigation found that he received at least $413 million in today’s dollars from his father’s real estate empire, much of it through tax dodges in the 1990s. Donald J. Trump, 1999; Fred C. Trump, 1983. Special Investigation Donald J. Trump, 1999; Fred C. Trump, 1983. The president has long sold himself as a self-made billionaire, but a Times investigation found that he received at least $413 million in today’s dollars from his father’s real estate empire, much of it through tax dodges in the 1990s. By DAVID BARSTOW, SUSANNE CRAIG and RUSS BUETTNER Oct. 2, 2018 President Trump participated in dubious tax schemes during the 1990s, including instances of outright fraud, that greatly increased the fortune he received from his parents, an investigation by The New York Times has found. Mr. Trump won the … [Read more...] about Trump Engaged in Suspect Tax Schemes as He Reaped Riches From His Father
WASHINGTON -- New Jersey's maneuver to help you bypass President Donald Trump's tax law and preserve your property tax break will now be scrutinized by his administration. Officials said Wednesday they will decide whether a New Jersey law designed to get around the $10,000 cap on state and local taxes will be allowed. The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department said they would develop regulations addressing whether contributions to charitable funds in lieu of property taxes would be fully deductible. "Despite these state efforts to circumvent the new statutory limitation on state and local tax deductions, taxpayers should be mindful that federal law controls the proper characterization of payments for federal income tax purposes," the IRS announcement said. If the administration says no to the New Jersey move, it will likely will wind up in the courts. "It's Jersey. We're ready for a fight," said Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-5th … [Read more...] about N.J. move to save your property tax break could be killed by Trump administration
WASHINGTON – The Trump administration will likely oppose state efforts to soften the blow of a reduced federal deduction for state and local taxes, the chairman of the president's Council of Economic Advisers told reporters Thursday. "I would guess that if there is some clever thing the lawyers came up with that made it so that the (tax) code once again plays favorites, that we wouldn't support it," Kevin Hassett, the Trump economist, said. Hassett's comments came weeks after the New York State Legislature approved a budget that includes two provisions aimed at reducing the federal taxes of state residents who would otherwise see their levy go up under a tax overhaul approved last year by the Republican Congress. And while Hassett did not detail exactly what the Trump administration might do to stop moves such as those the State Legislature made, his comments are significant. That's because the IRS is expected to review New York's attempt to ease the burden caused by the new … [Read more...] about Trump economist blasts state efforts to limit federal taxes
Share This Story! Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about Facebook Email Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest Q&A: Here's how New York is getting around the federal tax plan Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers have a plan to get around new federal tax laws. Here's what you should know. Sent! A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the Conversation To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs Subscribe Today Log In Subscribed, but don't have a login? Activate your digital access. Jon Campbell, @JonCampbellGAN Published 4:47 p.m. ET April 13, 2018 | Updated 4:47 p.m. ET April 13, 2018 CLOSE Gov. Andrew Cuomo discusses changes to New York's tax code in the wake of the federal tax plan. His comments came on March 30, 2018. Governor's Office CONNECT TWEET LINKEDIN COMMENT … [Read more...] about Q&A: Here’s how New York is getting around the federal tax plan

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Lost in the constant news about bloody wars, civil strife, and unspeakable atrocities against civilians by rebel groups and soldiers, is the fact that Africa is facing an environmental disaster.
Some of the main issues are deforestation, air and water pollution, loss of soil and soil fertility, and a dramatic decline in biodiversity throughout the region.
Much of the pressure is coming from Africa’s population growth. Sub-Saharan Africa has one of the world’s fastest growing populations (approximately 2.2% a year). Experts estimate that by 2025 the population of Africa will be over a billion.
The growing population is straining natural resources.
For example, wood burning accounts for up to 70% of all energy used, and during the 1980s alone Africa lost nearly 11% of its forests.
Increased food demands mean increased agriculture, much of it unsustainable in nature and turning land into arid wasteland.
Africa’s wildlife still faces danger from increased loss of habitat and black-market poaching. The picture shown is from NASA, showing how different Africa and Europe appear at night from space.
Africa still has huge areas to develop, but if care is not taken these areas may be destroyed.
- How can Africa grow more food? (guardian.co.uk)
- The fight to stem Africa’s rural exodus (cnn.com)
- Sure, Africa’s green – but also powerless (one.org)


Filmmaker Surender Reddy’s directorial venture Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy is in news all over for all right reasons. The periodic film which is termed as one of the biggest releases of the year is based on the life of a freedom fighter from Rayalaseema Uyyalawada Narsimha Reddy an unsung hero from Kurnool.
The latest news related to the film, if reports are to be believed, the film’s leading lady Nayanthara was paid a whopping 5 Crore by the makers of the magnum opus for her act in the period venture.
Though one didn’t get to see much of the actress in the teaser, she has a powerful role in the film, as she will be seen playing Megastar Chiranjeevi’s wife and one will also get to see her perform action sequences for which she took training from action choreographers for months.
Following the character’s demand and her popularity, the makers felt that no one else suited the role of leading lady in the film more than Nayanthara.
Apart from Nayanthara and Chiranjeevi, Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Kiccha Sudeep, Vijay Sethupati, Tamannaah Bhatia, Anushka Shetty along with others.
The Chiranjeevi starrer will hit big screens on 2nd October on occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil and Malayalam languages.
So far the posters and the teaser of the film has been very much liked by the cinema-goers.


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Looking for a better commute within the North Shore and between Boston and the North Shore during the MBTA Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail shutdown? We’ve got you covered!
North Shore Coalition Mayors and Managers sign vision for Regional Transportation partnership and funding to improve access and mobility for all on November 1, 2019 at the Salem State University Enterprise Center. The North Shore TMA was in attendance and our very own Outreach and Programs Manager, […]
The Salem Ferry will run everyday through October 31st between the City of Salem's Ferry Center on Blaney Street and Boston's Long Wharf. Special rates are available for commuters, Salem and North Shore residents.
“On-demand” Bike Share Comes to Salem
On May 16, 2017, the City of Salem launched a Bike Share in partnership with Zagster, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Salem State University.
The Salem Bike Share will launch with 18 cruiser bikes available across three stations initially:
- Federal […]
The Salem Partnership hosted an information sharing meeting on November 14th for Salem residents, businesses, and institutions for a proposed South Salem commuter rail station. Based on feedback from those attending an initial meeting in March, the presentation (provided by AECOM) identified Location 3 as the most desirable of 4 locations initially under consideration for […]
The North Shore TMA congratulates its membership for earning recognition at the Massachusetts ECO Awards
SALEM, MA, March 18, 2016 – The North Shore Transportation Management Association (NSTMA) would like to recognize its members for earning recognition at the Massachusetts Excellence in Commuter […]
The Beverly 1A website has detailed plans and construction updates about the road improvement project on Rantoul St./Rt. 1A in Beverly.
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14 Cats Who Still Hate You… In Spite Of Your Expensive Gifts.
#8. This lady got a $25 cat bed, then opted to sleep in the dustpan.
#9. Boxes are comfortable too, we guess.
#10. This cat has no time for your silly bed games.
#11. Give him time, maybe he'll pick up on it.
#12. This cat has officially renounced his riches and will live humbly from now on.
#13. He's just trying to figure things out.
#14. And finally, this cat, who would rather sleep near a bed than in one.
Next, funny struggles all cat owners experience.
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