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The US rapper performed inside the popular Battle Royale game with a visually astonishing set, and has announced more dates, Last modified on Fri 24 Apr 2020 13.58 BST. There were five shows spread over two days. Video games have been an outlet from the stressful reality that we are living right now.
Astronomical is an other-worldly experience inspired by Cactus Jack’s creations, built from the ground up in Fortnite.
Travis Scott performed a live 10-minute set inside Fortnite. Parents won't have to worry about explicit lyrics during the concert, as Fortnite censored the songs. We urge you to turn off your ad blocker for The Telegraph website so that you can continue to access our quality content in the future. Fortnite is particularly popular among footballers with Tottenham Hotspur’s Dele Alli and Barcelona’s Antoine Greizmann among the most notable players. They played Fortnite for several hours in one of the game’s most watched livestreams with 628,000 concurrent viewers. The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. Attendees will also receive a cyclone glider and two complimentary loading screens. Some of the world’s most-famous gamers including Ninja and TFue are also significant streamers of the game. BUT FOR ONE MOMENT TO BE ABLE TO HAVE THE RAGERS TO RAGE WHERE EVER YOU ARE IS AMAZING.”. On Thursday, US rapper Travis Scott performed a live set inside the online shooter Fortnite and more than 12m players took part in the spectacle. Scott and Fortnite are collaborating for a weekend-long slate of virtual concerts called “ASTRONOMICAL,” a reference to Scott's 2018 album “ASTROWORLD.” The event will be streamed on numerous creators' channels, and the multiplayer third-person shooter game can be played on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, smart mobile devices and Nintendo Switch. Find out more, The latest offers and discount codes from popular brands on Telegraph Voucher Codes, How Scott will appear when performing inside Fortnite, The glider and loading screens attendees will get, TikTok ramps up graduate hiring as it continues to expand UK office, iPhone 12: UK price, specs and where to buy Apple's new smartphones, iPhone 12 and 12 Pro review: designed for a 5G future that we're still waiting for, GP-on-demand service Push Doctor to announce £13.7m fundraise, The tiny self-driving robots trying to win over locals in Milton Keynes, NHS trusts pool temporary staff in unprecedented move amid fears of a second wave.
Being able to play games or simulate the playoffs has been nice.”, © 2020 The Detroit News, a Digital First Media Newspaper. Tweeting after Thursday’s premier, Scott wrote, “HONESTLY TODAY WAS ONE OF THE MOST INSPIRING DAYS. More than 12m players watch Travis Scott concert in Fortnite This article is more than 5 months old The US rapper performed inside the popular Battle Royale game with a … AND I KNOW TIMES ARE WEIRD FOR US. Travis Scott and Fortnite are collaborating for a weekend-long slate of virtual concerts amid coronavirusScott and Fortnite have teamed up before. It was announced by Fortnite that there are challenges and character models in the game that will go along with the Scott-themed event hosted at the Sweaty Sands virtual location. Tyler Jackson, 23, is staying home since both of his jobs at a Ford dealership and hotel are limiting hours and encouraging employees to be safe.
Fortnite generally is one of the world’s most-streamed video games and various channels will host the event on streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube. In the spring of 2018, Scott was a part of a large moment in the video game community when he, fellow singer/rapper Drake and Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster joined a squad with Tyler “Ninja” Blevins. There are still chances to watch the event within Fortnite – today at 3pm, and then Saturday at 5am, 4pm and 11pm. He was nominated as honorary captain and was able to meet the players and Lions legend Barry Sanders. He is one of the many high-profile fans of Epic Games’ battle royale smash hit. The event, which garnered rave reviews, was the first of five gigs that will take place in the game today and tomorrow. Scott, a seven-time Grammy nominated artist, will premiere a new song during the worldwide event called "Fortnite Battle Royale." The online video game provided the venue for music fans suffering from mass cancellations of concerts and festivals. With the event comes a range of challenges for players to complete. Fortnite debuted Travis Scott’s new music event, where the rap star performed a totally new song.
With millions at home in Michigan and across the world, "ASTRONOMICAL" is set to be enjoyable for all people in this tough time. The 10-minute performance, which has received rave reviews from players on social media, ended with a new track, The Scotts, a collaboration with rapper Kid Cudi. Fortnite said that it will try to accommodate everyone possible but warned that capacity “may be reached”. More than 12 million people logged into Fortnite last night to watch US rapper Travis Scott's in-game concert. A much anticipated Travis Scott concert is officially happening, but the state ordinance tells Michiganians to stay home. While none of the challenges have been confirmed some leaks from FortniteInsider have suggested that players will be asked to dance for 10 seconds at The Yacht or Apres Ski, bounce of different “Astro” heads, and to visit the stage north of Sweaty Sands. LOVE EVERY SINGLE ONE OF U GUYS. Nearly 11 million people played simultaneously during the event. More than 12 million people logged into Fortnite last night to watch US rapper Travis Scott's in-game concert.
Fellow rappers Drake and Chance are both big fans of the game too. The concert was a success as it put gamers in the pit next to the stage and had them react to music by flying around and using dance emotes. Ninja and thousands of other players will stream the event for those who are not able to play it. He was due to perform at the Coachella music festival this year, which was postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak. The vast audience for the performance beat the previous Fortnite music event, an in-game gig by electronic dance music artist Marshmello in February 2019, which attracted more than 10 million viewers.
It is a stress relief from being unemployed and forced to stay home. Further performances are set to take place on Friday and Saturday. Many more are expected to have watched via streaming platforms such as Twitch and YouTube. There will be five start times over the three days to allow as many gamers across the globe to experience the event. And he wasn't the first big act to take to Fortnite, last February DJ Marshmello hosted a live show in the game that drew in millions of viewers. The show saw Scott transformed into an enormous version of himself, bringing gamers along with him on what was a visual feast of changing landscapes. Fans can access the concert by downloading the Fortnite game and jumping into the map at the allocated times.
The event differs from DJ Marshmello’s in that it’s a “tour” so there are multiple opportunities to watch the show. Fans were also able to collect Scott-related skins for their own characters, and even to wield flaming microphone stands during the event, a reference to a much-memed Scott concert photo. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. Personally, I have been playing a lot of NBA 2k20 and it has been nice because without sports happening right now it has been a way to fill the hole that no sports have caused. The first is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, the next is at 10 a.m. Friday and the third session will be played on Saturday at midnight, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Something very similar was done by the Fortnite team in November 2018. After days of leaks, hints, and teases, the Fortnite Travis Scott concert has finally arrived, but it won’t just be a 1-day event. “As far as how my quarantine has been with video games. Epic says over 12 million concurrent players participated live in the Fortnite Travis Scott event, an all-time record, not including over 3 million viewers on streamslike Fortnite or not, this was an incredibly impressive experiencehere's the full Astronomical set in HQ pic.twitter.com/KdxVM4hDEB. “Doors” to the show open 30 minutes before the start times and players should head north of Sweaty Sands to a tropical beach on the game map where the stage will be set up. We rely on advertising to help fund our award-winning journalism. The live music event of the year may just have taken place, unaffected by the global lockdown – and within a video game. I mean a virtual concert in a video game is brilliant. They are out of the box ideas that other companies do not think of. Scott's avatar changed form dramatically though the performance, which included versions of himself as both a spaceman and cyborg.
Fortnite has always dabbled in pop culture so much that it is now shaping it, Fortnite reached its peak when last year they hosted an in-game concert for Marshmellow and it looks like they’re trying to up the ante one more time with a Travis Scott concert.
For the opening performance on Thursday, Fans were instructed to enter the game at 6.30pm EST (12am BST) to secure a place on the game’s servers before the 7pm start time. Well, video game players are in luck because this concert will be interactive and fully performed on the video game Fortnite. Fortnite's Travis Scott concert The stage for the concert was set on a Tropical beach, north of Sweaty Sands. Scott, one of America’s biggest current rappers, performed a 10-minute version of his “Astronomical” show. That broke a record for Ninja as it was the most watched single-person stream on the website Twitch.tv. Ninja is a Detroit Lions super-fan, as he had sideline access to the game against the New York Giants in October of last year. Fortnite have also included Scott into its “Icon” series, so players can access things like his outfits and emotes from now on. Should you be unable to access the concert through the game, fear not it will be streamed by plenty of players. "Fortnite has made its living and broke records because of ideas like this. Players were then able to congregate in front of a virtual stage built into the game world as the music kicked off and Scott performed Highest in the Room and Sicko Mode; five minutes in, the set exploded and Scott appeared as a giant, striding over the Fortnite landscape.
Rapper Scott became the latest music star to take to the stage in a video game.
Electronic dance and pop music producer Marshmello hosted a concert for players at a location in the Fortnite game called Pleasant Park. “I think the Travis Scott-Fortnite event is a fantastic idea," Jackson said. Marshmello was put in the game for good when his character model was put in for players to buy and use in the game. The “musical journey” takes place in an area built from the ground-up in Fortnite that have been inspired by Scott. Fortnite developer Epic Games announced the event, named Astronomical, earlier this week. Fortnite and Travis Scott Present: Astronomical From April 23-25, blast off into a one of a kind musical journey featuring Travis Scott and the world premiere of a brand new track. Scott and Fortnite have teamed up before.
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This Cinnamon Sour Cream Coffee Cake will be love at first bite! With a super moist cake and delicious cinnamon streusel layers, it’s the perfect treat with your morning coffee!
Cinnamon Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3/4 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup butter room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter in a medium bowl. Mix together with a fork until clumps are formed.
- Preheat oven to 350° F. and grease a 9 X 9-inch pan with butter.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the eggs and vanilla and mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add the flour mixture.
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- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and with an offset spatula, spread to cover the bottom.
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SILENTS PLEASE! 100TH ANNIVERSARY SCREENING OF THE GRIM GAME, STARRING HOUDINI, AT SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE ON MAY 3
The magic of movies returns to the Sierra Madre Playhouse with an ultra-rare cinema gem starring the greatest magician of the 20th century, Harry Houdini. Houdini’s thrill-packed The Grim Game will play in Sierra Madre for one night only, one show only: 8pm on May 3rd but in a new collaboration; it will also be shown at the Catalina Island Museum on May 17th as part of a two-day celebration of silent film culminating in a screening of the quintessential flapper movie, Why Be Good? on the big screen of the the Avalon Casino Theater – William Wrigley Jr.’s Art Deco movie palace.
The Sierra Madre Playhouse wants to reclaim part of its cultural heritage. It became a cinema in 1924 and under a variety of names showed films until the early 1970s. It intends to start a regular film series linked thematically to its plays. Catalina Island Museum wants to have a foothold on the mainland to help spread the word about its annual Silent Film Benefit, now in its 32nd year and one of the longest running celebrations of silent film in the world..
Everyone is invited to step back into 1919 — one hundred years ago — and see this lost classic as it was meant to be seen, with live accompaniment by the doyen of silent film musicians, Michael Mortilla, and violinist Nicole Garcia. This exciting event will be introduced by Houdini expert John Cox (www.wildabouthoudini.com). Michael will talk about the importance of music in the silent era.
The Grim Game is a silent drama that showcases Houdini’s astonishing, world-famous talents as an escapologist, stunt performer and aviator. The film presents a series of Houdini’s trademark stunts and escapes and builds to an airplane pursuit climaxed by a mid-air collision.
The film was considered lost for decades until it was rediscovered, restored and shown in 2015. It’s a fascinating cinematic record, revealing the reason that Houdini was one of the biggest stars of the early 20th century.
Proceeds from this special event will be shared equally by the Playhouse and the Catalina Island Museum, which is generously providing this film.
The Grim Game. Adventure. Directed by Irvin Willat. Written by Willat, John W. Grey, Arthur B. Reeve, Walter Woods. Produced by Jesse L. Lasky. From Paramount Pictures. (Black-and-white, 1919, USA, 71 minutes, not rated) Starring Harry Houdini, Ann Forrest, Mae Busch, Thomas Jefferson, Augustus Phillips, Tully Marshall. Jailed unjustly for a murder he did not commit, a young man uses his amazing powers of escape to free himself and pursue the actual killers, who hold his fiancée captive. Silent.
The Grim Game. At Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. This is just east of Pasadena. There is ample parking in free lots behind the Playhouse and across the street, and there is also street parking. Friday, May 3, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. All seats $25. Reservations: (626) 355-4318 or online at www.sierramadreplayhouse.org
The Catalina Island Museum offers the best in art and history exhibitions, music and dance performances, lectures by guest speakers from all over the world, and the finest in silent, documentary and international film. Located on Catalina Island at 217 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704. Open daily: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. CatalinaMuseum.org

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Global Cities Ensemble was formed in 2010 by four respected musicians on the Toronto scene, each from a different musical background. GCE makes music with an intercultural flavour, at once international and local. Asian world music added to a bubbling cauldron of local hip-hop — this is new territory yet little explored. This new musical hybrid language and aesthetic is driven by instruments, intonation, tonal and rhythmic modes from Iran, Indonesia, India and Western classical music. GCE merges that with popular music, urban poetry and contemporary live electronic performance soundscapes.


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YOR vs DUR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, Team Info & Dream11 Team for Vitality T20 Blast Match Team and Analysis
Vitality T20 Blast Match Prediction
Match: YOR vs DUR Fantasy Team Prediction
Time: 28 May, 04:00 PM (IST)
Series:: Vitality T20 Blast match 2023
Venue: Headingley Stadium – Leeds, England
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YOR vs DUR Dream11 Prediction:
- Adam Lyth has struggled so far in the tournament but has a fine T20 Blast record and we are backing him to top score for Yorkshire Vikings on Sunday.
- David Wiese is a regular in T20 tournaments across the globe and he is our tip for Yorkshire Vikings’ top wicket taker in this game.
- He might not get another five-wicket haul but our pick for Durham’s top wicket taker in this match is Nathan Sowter.
Live Streaming: Fans can stream the match on Sky Go.
This match will be shown live on Sky Sports Cricket.
Weather & Pitch Report:
The temperature is forecasted to be sunny around 9°C on the match day with 83% humidity and 3 km/hr wind speed. There is a 1% chance of precipitation during the game.
This Vitality T20 Blast game will be played at Headingley, Leeds. Expect plenty of assistance for the bowlers and good pace in the wicket.
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Total matches: 1
Matches won batting first: 1
Average 1st Inns scores: 200
Average 2nd Inns scores: 155
Highest total recorded
200/10 (19.5 Ov) by ENG vs PAK
Lowest total recorded
200/10 (19.5 Ov) by ENG vs PAK
Lowest score defended
200/10 (19.5 Ov) by ENG vs PAK
YOR vs DUR Team NEWS:
YOR Team News:
Two games into the tournament and Yorkshire Vikings are still on the lookout for their first win of the tournament after defeats by 34 runs to Birmingham Bears and 2 wickets to Worcestershire Rapids. However, they still have plenty of talent in their team and we expect them to turn their form around quickly.
DUR Team News:
After their miserable season in 2022, Durham could not have asked for a better performance in their opening game of the 2023 T20 Blast as they dismissed Northamptonshire Steelbacks for 137 before hitting the runs without losing a wicket inside 13.2 overs.
2. Dawid Malan
3. Shan Masood(C)
4. Jonathan Tattersall(WK)
5. Matthew Revis
6. Jordan Thompson
7. David Wiese
8. Ben Mike
9. Dominic Bess
10. Jafer Chohan
11. Matthew Fisher
2. Alex Lees(C)
3. Michael Jones
4. O G-Robinson(WK)
5. Ashton Turner
6. Bas de Leede
7. Ben Raine
8. Luke Doneathy
9. Brandon Glover
10. Liam Trevaskis
11. Nathan Sowter
YOR vs DUR Team Combo:
YOR Team Info –
- Adam Lyth and Dawid Malan will probably open the inning.
- Shan Masood will bat at the one-down position. He is the backbone of the batting team.
- Jonathan Tattersall and Matthew Revis will handle the middle-order batting.
- Matthew Revis is having topmost fantasy points in this series.
- Shan Masood will lead the Yorkshire as a Captain. He is also a good Batsman
- Jonathan Tattersall will do the Wicket Keeping for Yorkshire.
- Dominic Bess will take care of the spin bowling of the team.
- Jafer Chohan and Ben Mike will lead the pace attack of his team.
DUR Team Info –
- Graham Clark and Alex Lees will probably open the inning.
- Michael Jones will bat at the one-down position. He is the backbone of the batting team.
- Oliver George-Robinson and Ashton Turner will handle the middle-order batting.
- Alex Lees will lead the Durham as a Captain. He is also a good Batsman
- Oliver George-Robinson will do the Wicket Keeping for Durham.
- Liam Trevaskis will take care of the spin bowling of the team.
- Nathan Sowter and Brandon Glover will lead the pace attack of his team.
- Nathan Sowter is having topmost fantasy points in this series.
Yorkshire Vikings have too many good players to extend their losing run of two games much longer in this year’s T20 Blast and we expect them to get their campaign up and running in this match. Yorkshire’s batters should be too strong for the Durham bowling attack and we are predicting a Yorkshire win.
Yorkshire have a 50% chance to win this match
Durham have a 50% chance to win this match
YOR vs DUR Analysis:
YOR Team Batting
Runs at the top of the order have been an issue over the opening games with Adam Lyth contributing only 5 runs combined and Dawid Malan falling for a first ball duck against the Rapids. Jonny Bairstow is expected back into the team for this run in the upper middle-order.
YOR Team Bowling
Namibian international all-rounder, David Wiese, came into the team for the defeat in the last game but picked up three wickets and showed that he will be a major player for the Vikings across this campaign. Jordan Thompson continues his consistency in this format with two wickets in both games ahead of this match.
DUR Team Batting
Captain Alex Lees hit 37 not out from 31 balls at the top of the order on Friday but it was his opening partner, 30 year old Graham Clark, who took the headlines with a brilliant unbeaten 102 runs from 49 balls. The likes of Ashton Turner and Bas de Leede will be keen to contribute if given the opportunity in this match.
DUR Team Bowling
Leg-spinner Nathan Sowter produced the best bowling for Durham against the Steelbacks as he returned his best T20 bowling figures of 5-15. He should get some more turn on this surface in this game and Bas de Leede, who took 2-27, will also get some good grip for his slower balls at Headingley.
YOR vs DUR Team Forms:
YOR Team Form:
Yorkshire Vikings impressed with the ball against Worcestershire Rapids but need their batting to improve if they are to get their first win of the T20 Blast season.
DUR Team Form:
Durham could not have asked for a better team performance against Northamptonshire but it will be very tough to replicate that level against a hungry Yorkshire team.
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Yorkshire (YOR) Squad:
Adam Lyth, Dawid Malan, Shan Masood (c), Jonathan Tattersall (wk), David Wiese, Matthew Revis, Jordan Thompson, Ben Mike, Dominic Bess, Matthew Fisher, Jafer Chohan, Jonny Bairstow, Will Fraine, Dominic Leech, George Hill.
Durham (DUR) Squad:
Alex Lees (c), Michael Jones, Graham Clark, Oliver Robinson (wk), Ashton Turner, Bas de Leede, Luke Doneathy, Liam Trevaskis, Ben Raine, Nathan Sowter, Brandon Glover, David Bedingham, Stanley McAlindon.
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|Bearded Iris Raised Beds. 8.10.14|
Trying not to over-do TLC for the bearded irises. It's hard for me to just leave them alone, even if I think they might be better off without me puttering around them.
We are at the hottest day of the year, so far. Around 95 F
I crushed eggshells and scattered them one the soil surface. The eggshells provide calcium, which is deficient in my soil. I think they don't raise pH. I am guessing, lower pH might slow some fungal growth, so no more lime. Eggshells might provide a little slow-release nitrogen, and if so that's all they get this time.
Removed more weeds. Removed the last of the multiplier onions, which were a disappointment due to attracting deer or rabbits to eat them.
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Last week I also sprayed them all with a generous spray of Neem oil, following the manufacturer's recommendations of 2-4 tbsp per gallon. I used 4tbsp per gallon. My hope is that will keep any fungal diseases in check.
Will try not to mess with them more, unless there is a long dry stretch. The Neem can be applied every 2-3 weeks, and it might be helpful to do that.
No more plants between iris clumps, except a few Sempervivum, which tolerate dry, heat, neglect, and do not spread much at all. There is a grape cutting and genetic dwarf peach seedling in one bed, those will come out this fall.

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ProLogis Declares Dividend on Common Shares
DENVER, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ProLogis (NYSE: PLD), a leading global provider of distribution facilities, announced today that its Board declared ProLogis' fourth quarter dividend of $0.15 per common share, payable on November 30, 2009, to shareholders of record on November 16, 2009.
ProLogis is a leading global provider of distribution facilities, with more than 475 million square feet of industrial space owned and managed (44 million square meters) in markets across North America, Europe and Asia. The company leases its industrial facilities to more than 4,500 customers, including manufacturers, retailers, transportation companies, third-party logistics providers and other enterprises with large-scale distribution needs. For additional information about the company, go to www.prologis.com.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — For those in the public following the 'Safer at Home' order, it's inevitable. Eventually, they will have to leave to pick up more supplies from the grocery store.
But how does one do that and maintain a low risk of contracting COVID-19?
Doctors at Vanderbilt had a few suggestions for such a scenario. Infectious disease expert Dr. David Aronoff said right now it's known the virus can be contracted from people touching their face after getting it on their hands. So, hand washing is still the most important way to be safe.
Inside of a grocery store can be more tricky. Dr. Aronoff suggests staying six feet away from everyone else.
"If possible, bring sanitizer or sanitizing wipes with you to the grocery store," said Dr. Aronoff. "I found that a lot of grocery stores are providing sanitary wipes and use that to wipe them handle of the cart before entering the store and doing your shopping."
Dr. Aronoff said COVID-19 can't survive long on surfaces. So, it's important to just let products sit for at least 24 hours before handling them once you get home.
“The main way that the coronavirus could get from an inanimate object like a produce product or a box of cereal or a can of soup into our mouth would be directly handling that and then touching our face. And so, it’s prudent to then put away your groceries,” he said.
If the items need to be used immediately, then they can be washed using soap and water, or the outside of a container can be wiped down using common household cleaner.
“I think people need to realize that with some very safe common sense measures, particularly hand hygiene and making sure your plates and silverware and cups and glasses have been washed, that that’s really fine and there’s no reason to panic about going to get essential food,” said Aronoff.
He also stressed the most important method to stopping the spread is to just not be around other people. So, making as few runs to the store as possible is the best route.
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What is COVID-19 (a.k.a. the new coronavirus?)
According to the World Health Organization, coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases. Examples include the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV)and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. COVID-19 stands for "Coronavirus disease 2019," which is when this strain of the coronavirus was discovered.
What are the symptoms?
The CDC says patients confirmed to have the 2019-nCoV reportedly had mild to severe respiratory illness with:
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Or at least two of the following symptoms:
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Sore throat
- New loss of taste or smell
At this time, the CDC believes symptoms could appear as soon as two days after exposure, or as long as 14 days.
The CDC is recommending "common sense" measures such as:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.


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Pikalov Bridge across the Griboedov Canal is a favorite place for St.Petersburg photographers and artists, as well as for all connoisseurs of the beautiful who know his "secret". It is from here that an unusual and fascinating view of St. Petersburg's bridges opens up, which was named "Semimoste" by the people.
Stand on the bridge so that to your left is Nicholas Cathedral and slowly turn around yourself clockwise. You can see at once seven bridges: the Pikalov Bridge itself (it will be under your feet), Krasnogvardeysky, Novo-Nikolsky and Mogilev bridges across the Griboedov Canal, as well as the Staro-Nikolsky, Adjacent and Kashin bridges across the Kryukov Canal.
According to the legend, "Semimoste" fulfills wishes: for this on the 7th day of any month at 7 pm you need to stand on the Pikalov bridge and make a wish by turning clockwise.

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Last week, we had the opportunity to attend an event at Seasons 52 where they would be debuting their new spring menu. Brett and I have wanted to try this place since it first opened, so this provided to be a good introduction to the restaurant. While we were not seated in the main dining room as this was a private event, just from walking in, we could tell that the ambiance was very inviting. We even noticed a piano man at the bar by the entrance. Anyway, we could not wait to see what we would be trying that night.
If you weren’t already aware, Seasons 52 is a chain operated by Darden Resaurants (their brands also include Red Lobster, Olive Garden, and Capital Grille) but the large space definitely didn’t have the atmosphere of one. Their whole concept is based on fresh, seasonal ingredients, and they change their menu four times a year. Also, nothing on the menu is more than 475 calories, and that includes their “mini indulgences” desserts.
We were able to try several items on the new spring menu, which ranged from starters to entrees to those decadent desserts, as well as wine pairings for each course. Let’s just say I stared at my wine while Brett indulged.
We arrived a little late to the event but the servers were very accommodating and still let us try their well-known flatbreads to start. I particularly enjoyed the plum tomato flatbread, which included fresh basil, roasted garlic, and parmesan cheese. Someone detected a hint of lavender in there and they were right, as that was mixed into the crust. The artichoke and goat cheese flatbread was very light and perfect for spring.
Next came the tomato and Haas avocado salad. The server mentioned they use Haas avocados because they are available right at the start of spring and have a higher fat and taste content. I loved the combination of tomato, avocado, balsamic, and arugula, and would definitely come back and make a meal of that with the add-on of chicken or another protein.
For our entrees, we all shared the Columbia River steelhead trout, lamb t-bone chops, and spicy snow peas with shitake mushrooms. I really liked the trout, and had no idea that that particular type was part of the salmon family. It paired well with the spring vegetables, basmati rice, and lemongrass sauce. I’m sure it also balanced well with the recommended Botani Moscatel, but I digress.
I know that Brett’s favorite was the lamb t-bone chops as he had three of them and couldn’t get enough. He commented how he generally doesn’t order lamb because it is so fatty and gamey, but these pieces of meat were incredibly lean and flavorful. Even more amazing were the truffle mashed potatoes that accompanied the chops. We all asked how it was possible for them to be low-fat, and they answered that the chef uses fat free sour cream instead of butter or cream. Amazing!
The snow peas were a nice side dish and we enjoyed the contrast of the crunchy peas together with the meaty mushrooms and almonds, but I don’t think I would call them spicy, more like sweet and savory. That dish was paired with the Lioco Indica Rose from Mendocino which we were told is 100% natural with no additives. This is a wine that is hard to obtain on the east coast, and we will definitely look for it when we are out on a trip to California in a few months.
Finally, the desserts. We had heard about these small desserts, but until you see them all together it is hard to grasp just how many varieties and indulgences there really are. They had everything from mango cheesecake to rocky road to pecan pie. We tried several of them and I have to say that my favorite might have been the key lime pie, but the chocolate peanut butter was pretty amazing too. Bottom line – none of these are more than 300 calories, so indulge!
Their menu changes every 13 weeks, so you have plenty of time to check out some of these new items, plus some staples. I could definitely see us going back for the flatbreads and desserts alone. But I know Brett is still thinking about that lamb t-bone too, so a return trip is definitely on the horizon.


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Ten Arizona Mayors pledged to partake in a statewide celebration of Earth Day this April. Their video message, as well as an extensive list of Earth Day events and activities, can be found at EarthDayAZ.org. In partnership and as participants of ASU’s Sustainable Cities Network (SCN), the Mayors and their respective cities are working to advance local and regional sustainability and resilience measures all year long.
Exciting and creative events are taking place across the state, both virtually and safely in person. In northern Arizona, Flagstaff is hosting virtual engagements through social media videos that highlights an outline for climate change and call to action.
In Phoenix, you can pick up a “clean-up kit” that you can use to clean your neighborhood, or join Rio Reimagined and help clean up the Salt River for an in-person clean-up on April 24th.
And in Tucson, there are several family activities happing on Saturday, April 24, that offer drive-thru options as well as in-person events.
With such a diverse range of activities, Arizonans are sure to find a way to partake that they are excited about! It is the collective hope that these events will inspire Arizonans to continue celebrating and caring for the Earth, not just during the month of April, but throughout the year.
The ASU Sustainable Cities Network (SCN) is an innovative education and outreach program within the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Future Laboratory, created to work with communities to strengthen sustainability in the region and across Arizona. Comprised of Arizona city, town, county and tribal community practitioners and leaders, SCN is a vehicle for sharing knowledge, identifying best practices, coordinating planning and actions, and fostering long-term partnerships. Created as a bridge between ASU research and local sustainability challenges, SCN participants and partners work together to streamline and green city operation and advance local and regional sustainability and resilience measures.

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NEW YORK – Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $2.05 million in funding to support the NY Sea Grant program, which advances an array of cutting edge research to improve the health of our oceans. The federal budget proposes to defund Sea Grant programs nationwide, decimating vital research on ocean health and water quality at a time when it is needed most. The state funding will allow NY Sea Grant to expand their critical work across Long Island. The investment will fund a variety of projects to address brown tide and harmful algal blooms, including the cultivation of clam and oyster populations, which filter and improve water quality.
“Long Island’s unparalleled natural beauty, from the stunning coastline to the spectacular waters, is a key driver of the regional economy, and we must do everything in our power to protect the water quality and natural resources of our communities,” Governor Cuomo said. “While the federal government threatens to defund vital ocean research at a time when we need it most, New York is stepping up and investing resources to keep this cutting-edge research moving forward, improve water quality, support the local economy, and protect the health of current and future generations.”
The NY Sea Grant program is funded by federal and state funds and is a cooperative program of SUNY and Cornell University. New York State provides $400,000 per year to the NY Sea Grant, which advances an array of cutting edge research to improve the health of our oceans. NY Sea Grant has funded numerous research, extension and education efforts related to coastal issues in fisheries, coastal marine habitats, storm surges and flooding, seafood safety, wetland habitats, fisheries, and harmful algal blooms, among others. Some of NY Sea Grant’s many important projects include:
Despite the myriad accomplishments of the program, the federal government is slated to defund the Sea Grant program, which would decimate the Sea Grant Program when it is most needed. New York will step up to support this vital research with $2.05 million from the Environmental Protection Fund in addition to the annual $400,000 investment. DEC will execute an MOU with NY Sea Grant in June.
Brown tide refers to several phytoplankton species that color the water brown at high concentrations and is primarily found in the eastern embayments of Long Island, including the Great South Bay, Moriches Bay, Shinnecock Bay, and the Peconic Bays system. Brown tide thrives in warm, shallow, nitrogen-polluted waters—fed by runoff from septic systems and cesspools.
Although brown tide is non-toxic, it can wreak havoc on the ecosystem—negatively impacting shell-fisheries and fin-fisheries. Brown tide can significantly decrease the amount of sunlight that penetrates through the water, thereby reducing the ability of other plants and algae to produce the energy they need to survive. This shading effect kills important habitats like eelgrass beds and can also inhibit the ability of shellfish to eat, grow and reproduce. Additionally, brown tide can deplete oxygen levels in the water causing much marine life to move out of the impacted area. In addition, the coffee-like appearance of the brown tide can dissuade swimming, recreational boating and tourism.
One of the most effective ways to address brown tide is to prevent nitrogen pollution and improve water quality to prevent the blooms from feeding. Current research is exploring the use of “bivalve restoration” (seeding clams and oysters) and seaweed aquaculture to improve water quality by removing nitrogen and preventing brown tide. Adult clams have demonstrated the ability to filter brown filter brown tide algae at low concentrations. To combat the devastating effects of brown tide on Long Island, this funding will support ongoing research and restoration of shellfish populations.
Improving Water Quality on Long Island and Across New York
This funding complements Governor Cuomo’s ongoing, historic investments to reduce nitrogen pollution, mitigate future brown tides and improve water quality and infrastructure on Long Island and across the state.
$2.5 Billion for Clean Water Infrastructure
The Clean Water Infrastructure Act is a $2.5 billion investment in drinking water infrastructure, clean water infrastructure and water quality protection across New York. This includes over $1.5 billion in grants for water infrastructure improvements and creates a $75 million rebate program to give homeowners and small businesses an incentive to replace and upgrade aging septic systems.
$388 Million Suffolk Sewering Initiative
The FY 2018 Budget investment builds on the $388 million initiative launched in 2014 to connect 10,000 homes from septic systems to sanitary sewer systems in the Carlls River, Connetquot River and Patchogue River, and Forge River watershed areas and southwest Suffolk County’s Sewer District #3.
$40 Million to Build Local Sewer Systems in Smithtown and Kings Park
The FY 2018 State Budget invests $40 million to build two local water treatment systems that provide vital support to the continued growth of the region. First, the $20 million Smithtown Business District Sewer Improvement Area project will install sanitary infrastructure in the business district. Additionally, a $20 million Kings Park Wastewater Treatment Facility be installed in the 100-acre, 140 lot central business district area adjacent to a railroad station.
Bay Park Treatment Plant
Treated sewage from the Bay Park treatment plant has been impacting Nassau County’s Western Bays for decades. New York State is now working with Nassau County to evaluate the feasibility of diverting treated wastewater from the Bay Park treatment plant to the Cedar Creek treatment plant and its ocean outfall. By utilizing an existing, unused aqueduct, this innovative solution would be significantly faster and more cost-effective than the initial proposal to construct a new outfall pipe at Bay Park.
$5 Million Nitrogen Action Plan
The Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan is a multiyear initiative to reduce nitrogen in Long Island’s surface and ground waters by DEC, the Long Island Regional Planning Council, and Suffolk and Nassau counties, with input from multiple partners and stakeholders.
Protecting the Long Island Sound Against EPA Dumping
In August 2016, Governor Cuomo announced New York’s intention to fight the EPA’s designation of the Eastern Long Island Sound Disposal Site. The EPA finalized the designation in December 2016 and, immediately thereafter, New York State issued a Notice of Intent to Sue under the Ocean Dumping Act. This lawsuit will be foremost in a series of actions taken by New York State over many years to oppose the harmful disposal of dredged material in Long Island Sound.
Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said, “Governor Cuomo is making significant and historic investments to update New York’s wastewater infrastructure and protect the state’s waters through the $2.5 billion Clean Water Infrastructure Act. New York is investing in sound science to address environmental threats like brown tide by getting at the factors that contribute to algae and threaten the health of our waters and ecosystems.”
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone said, “Governor Cuomo recognizes the importance of Long Island’s unique natural treasures and the challenges we face to preserve and protect them for future generations. From investing in our water infrastructure to improving our parks and beaches, the Governor is providing instrumental support to help us strengthen and protect our natural resources. And today, he is again taking action for our communities and stepping up to ensure water quality on Long Island. We are grateful for his leadership, and for his continued support for Suffolk County.”
Senator Thomas F. O’Mara, Chair of the Senate Committee on Environmental Conservation, said, “Water is one of this state’s most precious resources and it is our obligation to protect it and preserve it for future generations of Long Islanders. Brown tide is a scourge that threatens the Long Island coast, and with Governor Cuomo’s unprecedented investment in improving water quality on Long Island we have the opportunity to make a real difference in protecting our water resources when our counterparts in Washington turn their backs.”
Assemblyman Steve Englebright, Chair of the Assembly Committee on Environmental Conservation, said, “Under the leadership of Governor Cuomo, New York has taken significant action to reduce the amount of nitrogen leaking into the water. Thanks to these efforts and the efforts of communities all along the water, we are making tremendous progress reducing pollutants in the water. But there is more work to be done, and Governor Cuomo is providing the support we need to get it done, from investing in our water infrastructure to taking action to combat brown tide. I want to thank him and our partners across academia and government who are ensuring a better future for Long Island.”
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. said, “The Governor understands that protecting nature is not just right in itself; it is also critical to keeping our economy moving forward. On Long Island, many of our communities rely on the economic benefits of our unparalleled natural resources, from fishing and clamming to tourism and recreation. Since day one, Governor Cuomo has been a champion for the environment here on Long Island and across New York. With today’s actions to stem the brown tide, we are continuing to make progress to clean up our water waters and protect our natural treasures.”
Kathryn J. Boor, the Ronald P. Lynch Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University, said, “As New York’s State Land Grant Institution, we’ve been pleased to partner with SUNY Stonybrook in the New York Sea Grant program. The Governor’s leadership in ensuring New York Sea Grant can continue its critical programming in coastal resiliency and combatting the effects of climate change is a welcome investment in our state’s environmental future”.

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■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE
The controversy surrounding the Promenade – a walkway that runs along the land by the seawall from 1st Street to 4th Street – hasn’t always been so convoluted.
While county officials are now backtracking and saying private deed restrictions aren’t within their scope of responsibility, answers in the past have been wildly different.
With so many people taking notice of the issue, we thought a look back at previous articles might explain a lot more about why there is so much confusion regarding ownership of the narrow, short strip of land that means so much to so many.
According to Robert Johnson, a resident of the island whose family ran pilot boats at Port Boca Grande for generations, people have been trying to stop people from walking the Promenade for more than a decade.
“When I was involved, I thought it was determined that Lee County owned the Promenade,” he said. “I was told it was residual land left over from the road that had run in front of the property that had washed away. That’s why the Promenade was public.
“This has been going on for at least 50 years, and it is time it stops. The public should have that right of way, and the County should act in the public interest.”
The problem with enforcement at this time, it seems, is that the County isn’t sure whether they should be enforcing the right to promenade or not. On July 1 of this year, Lee County Communications Director Betsy Clayton checked with code enforcement officials who told her, “Per the deed, nothing is supposed to be built or erected in the Promenade. The pathway is supposed to remain clear. Typically we notice that individuals in the community remind each other that private citizens are not supposed to plant plants or place items in the Promenade, but when there is a path with nothing obstructing it, sometimes we do not receive complaints.”
However, just two weeks ago another public information officer asked someone else at code enforcement about the Promenade, and they were told the Promenade easement was a private deed restriction, and that the County would not enforce it. He then addressed the issue of the rocks at 3rd Street that have been placed in the walkway, and said it seemed to be all right for them to be there because a permit was not necessary to place them there.
This leads to the question for many: If that is the case, can we not just re- arrange the rocks?
On March 16, 2018 we ran a story that gave more specific details as to how the Promenade came about in 1927.
“From 4th Street to 1st Street, the land along the seawall has been publicly owned since a deal was struck for one dollar in April of 1927. The land ownership document from April 12, 1927 shows an indenture between the Boca Grande Corporation and Boca Grande Associates, Inc., which describes the fact that people in our community have the right to, as the document states, “bathe and promenade,” and that “no fences or other structures of any kind shall be built … ” on the walkway along the beach. The original photographs of the Promenade show a road running along the beach, which correlates with Johnson’s statement about it being an easement.
But it gets stickier. Last year the Promenade was discussed at the April meeting of the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board after some residents received letters from code enforcement and threats of fines for impeding the path. One family’s home addition was so close to the easement that the wall was considered to be obstructing the Promenade. The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board addressed confusion over the Promenade. Pat Ball from Ball Construction followed up on a code violation for property owned by his clients, Mr. and Mrs. Fehsenfeld. They had a case that was reviewed by the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board (COA20145-00114) when they added a family room and elevator. They have since received a violation notice from Lee County Code Enforcement stating they built walls into the Promenade (a 16 foot right-of-way). Ball clarified that he did not build those walls and that they have existed in the Promenade for a long time. Ball stated that he was told to remove the walls where they encroach into the Promenade. In addition, he was told initially that if the matter was not taken care of in 15 days, the owners would be charged a fine of $250 per day.
Ball added that he called code enforcement and they told him not to worry about the letter and the fine.
He followed up with an email thanking them for the conversation and said he assumed it would never be a problem again.
Ball received an email back saying, “Don’t assume anything.”
“So it’s obviously still a problem, and I think it would be appropriate if my clients received a letter stating that the very threatening code enforcement violation was done in error,” he said.
At that meeting, board member Becky Paterson stated she has a client who received a similar violation notice. She requested that a representative from the County Attorney’s office attend the April meeting to discuss this issue. Paterson said she initiated a phone call with Lee County Code enforcement and was told that the department had a meeting with the County Attorney, and it was determined that they no longer had jurisdiction over the Promenade.
On an island which features multimillion-dollar beachfront homes, one could logically think that this agreement might have come into question a time or two. And one would be right.
In 1988 a letter between a client and his attorney (names redacted for protection of identity) addressed this very situation. It stated, “… the deed reveals that the area of land which lies between the western property lines of Blocks 17, 1 and 2 going westerly to the Gulf of Mexico was deeded to the Boca Grande Associates in April of 1927. Note that on page 2, paragraph 2 of the Deed, the subject walkway has been reserved to the use by the owners of lots in Boca Grande and the members of their families and their guests. As a result, the aforementioned people have a right pursuant to a valid conveyance to utilize the walkway area and additionally, even assuming that there were some way to invalidate the deed, it is my opinion that these same people have a relatively strong argument concerning use of the walkway via a prescriptive right. The end result is that there does not appear to be any legal mechanism by which you can close down the walkway area to pedestrian traffic.”
Will the County solidify its decision to stay out of Promenade business based on a private deed restriction, even though it directly affects everyone on the island? Will someone possibly come forward with a suit of their own to help expedite the decision? Stay tuned. We will keep you posted.


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Table of Contents
Political Landscape of Brazil
Economic Development from the Real Plan of 1994 to 2013
Economic History of Boom to Bust
The Real Plan of 1994
Commodities Boom of 2000’s and Bolsa Familia
End of Commodities Boom and Economic Actions of 2010’s
Protests of mid-2013
Lingering Effects of Bolsa Familia on the 2013 Protests
Height of the 2013 Protests
Effect of Mensalão on the Protests
Increased Transparency and Communication
A Break in Protests
Organized Crime Law of 2013
Increased Transparency from the Government
Brazil was once synonymous with economic growth and potential, all factors pointing at global powerhouse potential. It is a country abundant with natural resources, with the 8th largest economy, largest country in the region, 6th most populous in the world, and part of the BRICS bloc. The recent years have set Brazil back, from entering into a recession dubbed the worse of its history (Brasilia 2016) to civil society protesting in the millions to impeaching its sitting president to most notably of all— entering and still in progress of a corruption scandal, classified as “one of the largest corruption scandals in modern history” (Mello 2016).
Operação Lava Jato, or Operation Car Wash, began in 2014. It has revealed a widespread system of corporate kickbacks, bribes, and money laundering— all focused mainly on Petrobras, Brazil’s state-run oil company and Obedrecht, a Brazilian construction giant (Padgett 2017). Four years on and investigators have yet to see the bottom of the investigation. It has implicated virtually all high-profile mainstream politicians both of the controlling party and opposition parties, a third of current President Temer’s cabinet, popular former President Luiz Inacio Lula de Silva, as well as leading to the resignation of now-former President Dilma Rousseff (“Brazil judge targets” 2017).
Corruption is not a new concept in Brazil. It has seen a number of corruption scandals throughout its history, including an impeachment of its first democratically elected president since its military rule in 1992. It is far from reaching to be the most corrupt nation in the world, ranking 96 out of 180 nations and scoring 37 out of 100 (0 is highly corrupt and 100 is very clean) on the Transparency International index in 2017 (Biller 2018). But it is on a decline—falling 17 positions since 2016 on the Transparency International index; only Bahrain and Liberia slid more on the index (Biller 2018).
In this paper, I will argue that there has been a ‘corruption culture’ that has been accepted as the ‘norm’ within the fabric of Brazilian society. I will argue that the mentality of “Rouba mas faz” (“he or she steals, but get things done”) and the political structure have sustained this ‘culture’. I will also argue that there has been a recent switch on tolerating corruption in the past five years. And that the recession, increases in investigations, general visibility and bad governance have threatened the sustainability of the ‘corruption culture’. My primary case will be Operation Car Wash, with the Mensalão scandal and former President Collor’s impeachment as secondary cases.
Political Landscape of Brazil
There are two factors that have sustained the ‘corruption culture’ within Brazil until lately: the mentality of the people itself – a sense of “Rouba mas faz”—and the political structure of Brazil itself, that has lacked accountability as well as has produced such a number of candidates from a multitude of parties that it has become difficult for the voting public to know exactly who they are voting for.
‘ Rouba mas faz’ Mentality
There are two studies that have explored this term “Rouba mas faz”. Pereira found that voters are more likely to vote for corrupt politicians when public goods are provided, rather than private goods in exchange for their vote (Pereira 2015). These public goods – mostly in the form of infrastructure, such as the building of new schools or hospitals – reflect positively on the reputation of politicians. Voters directly know that a portion of public spending had been spent on them, undermining any charges of corruption that had or will be presented to the voting public (Pereira 2015).
This can be seen through the case of former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, commonly referred to as Lula, and his numerous scandals throughout his administration. The most notable was the Mensalão scandal, a bribery scheme in 2005 which members of the Worker’s Party (Lula’s party) was paying members of congress for their vote to support the president’s agenda (Spalding 2017). His social spending on Bolsa Familia, a program which brought millions out of poverty, gave a clear indication to the voting public that spending was being spent on them directly. Despite the corruption scandal, he was reelected in 2006 and Dilma Rouseff—who was handpicked by Lula and of the Worker’s Party— in 2010, and had high approval ratings even up until his conviction during Lava Jato. He was convicted in the Lava Jato scandal in late July 2017. He is still running for president in 2018, since he can still legally run while his appeal is still in progress, and as of October 2017 is a frontrunner in the election (Apler 2017).
A study by Winters and Weitz-Shapiro focus more on the concept of voter information to explain the election and reelection of corrupt politicians. They have two hypothesis: one being informational—the voters are not aware that the politician is corrupt—and the other being of tradeoff – that voters are aware of the corruption but support the individual due to their performance in other areas (Winters 2013). They find that without credible, very specific and accessible information that ties corruption to a specific politician, they are more likely to vote for them. Having too many politicians who are corrupt makes it harder for the voting public to recall and identify specific information about corrupt politicians— which is often the case in Brazil.
Balan makes a similar argument previous to the two studies, expanding the explanation of “Rouba mas Faz” as well as making a point of Brazilian voting habits. When it comes to “Rouba mas faz”, he attributes it to a collective perception of cynicism. He argues that since the generation perception has been that all politicians are corrupt, the voting public therefore favors those who at least “do something” for the public good, no matter what it is or at what scale.
For the voting public to do all of what the previous studies have mentioned – from seeing if the politician has or has not contributed a public good or any good at all; to if there is credible and very specific information about said politician concerning ties to corruption; to even keeping track of who is who in the vast pool of corrupt political actors – it can be daunting. While not impossible to keep track of, for the common citizen who has, as Balan points out in his argument, has succumbed to the collective perception of cynicism, the background research is likely not to occur. Voters are more likely—as another facet of Balan’s argument –– to vote for politicians instead for politicians that share their ideology, identity, religion or kinship, even if they have been accused or found proven of corruption (Balan 2014).
Public perception in its totality is a tricky thing to pin-down—not all general perceptions pertain to each and every member of the voting public. There might be those who vote against the corrupt or perceived corrupt politicians, but as I will explain in my next point, the political structure of Brazil had not yet allowed for this movement to grow into any sort of fruition, and in some facets has not yet fully allowed the voting public to do so.
Kauffman describes governance as the traditions and institutions that determine how authority is exercised—including how governments are held accountable and selected (Kauffman 2015), two aspects in which I argue Brazil has lacked up until Lava Jato. There is a distinct lack of accountability when it comes to corruption scandals up until 2014.
A number of cases of corruption end up in recommendations rather than definitive sentences. Others were reversed after the final decision was made – as was the case of former President Fernando Collor, who after becoming the first democratically elected president after the military dictatorship ended up having to resign after corruption charges. His criminal charges were annulled two years later by the Supreme Court, but his political charges still stood. He was disqualified from holding political office for eight years- which common sense would dictate that would be the end of that. Yet he ran in 2006 for senate and won; then reelected in 2010 and 2014. As of early February 2018, he is also running for president in the upcoming October 2018 elections. In 2012, the Brazilian newspaper, Folha de São Paulo, calculates that around 6% of the nearly 850 defendants ended up with a conviction, and only 1% received final convictions after exhausting the appeals process (Michener 2012).
When it comes to the selection that the voting public has to choose from – there is a large variety of candidates at an election or any point of Brazil’s history. As of 2016, there are 35 political parties within the Brazilian Congress. There are a total of 27 electoral districts in the entirety of Brazil, many with large populations – the district of Sao Paulo has 44 million people for example. While it can be argued that the more political parties, the more representation of a variety of views within the government--these are often parties with weak structures. No party is able to hold a single absolute majority, because the number of parties elected each round does not mathematically allow for an absolute majority. For example, the lower house— the Chamber of Deputies – has a total of 513 seats. As of 2017, 70 seats are held by the Worker’s Party, 61 seats by the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party, 51 seats by the Progressive Party, and 45 seats by the Brazilian Social Democratic Party (Leme 2017). There is a somewhat similar but drastically less situation in the Senate. As of 2017, the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party holds 23 seats, the Brazilian Social Democratic Party holds 11 seats, the Worker’s Party holds 8, and the Progressive Party holds 7 (Leme 2017). There is obviously a drastically more of a majority in the Senate compared to the Chamber of Deputies, but it is not by many seats. Often coalitions have to be built by the three major parties – the Worker’s Party, the Brazilian Social Democratic Party and the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party— with smaller parties for legislation to be passed.
This often leading candidates faced with numerous fellow candidates come election time. Consequently, political campaigns have become expensive as of late. While not at the rate of other countries, mayoral campaigns for example can run anywhere from $200,000 USD in small cities to $2 million USD in large cities (Pereira 2015). This hefty price can lead to barriers of entry for ‘cleaner’ politicians.
It can also lead to politicians to look towards less than conventional venues of funding—namely companies. Donations from companies are often done as ‘investments’ in regards to the company – expecting something in return, mostly government contracts (Lloyd 2016). This had fueled the corruption culture, further intensifying the relationship between corporations and government officials. This also had a drastic effect on the 2014 campaign cycle – companies donated 3.05 billion Brazilian reals ($790 million), versus 553 million reals from individual donors (Kiernan 2015).
This was the last year of such an effect, because the Brazilian Supreme Court ruled the next year that only individuals and the government could donate to political campaigns. This change from the Supreme Court was sparked by this seemingly sudden change in public mentality and demands, who pressed their government for change.
Economic Development from the Real Plan of 1994 to 2013
It was seemingly sudden, both in the perspective of the outer world and within the country as well, namely within the government. Protests were sparked in mid-2013, with numbers unseen in over 20 years – not since the protests to impeach President Collor. Before going into the protests and the measures that were triggered because of it, it is worthwhile to look through the economic policies that, I argue, led to the public unrest in 2013. A succession of economic policies that were created, and often not reformed in the years afterward at all, led the country in a deep recession where civil society had no choice but to make their displeasure known.
Economic History of Boom to Bust
Brazil’s economic history has followed very much a boom to bust saga. It is especially seen through the mid-20th century up until now. The 1980’s were seen as the “lost decade” in Brazil, because they had the highest inflation in the world, a high level of foreign debt— all which led to them to have an economy that grew very little. They tried a succession of economic stabilization plans – one including Plano Collor, which confiscated saving accounts because the idea was that if there was no income, consumption would be so low that the inflation would have to go down (Mello 2012). The plan that stuck, and the last economic stabilization plan to be implemented in Brazil, was Plano Real, Real Plan of 1994.
The Real Plan of 1994
The plan requires five conditions to be met by the government: clear public deficit, stop automatic indexing of the economy, index the economy rather to the new exchange rate, open the economy by reducing import tariffs and sharply increase international reserves (Mello 2012). It also introduced the Real – a new form of Brazilian currency that would not be fully pegged to the US dollar but would follow the variation of it.
The issue with the Real Plan is that to date, there have been no reforms on the Real Plan of 1994 since its implementation. For a program that fights inflation, one would think that reforms to modernize aspects of the measures would be integrated with time. Yet, no predecessor since President Henrique Cadroso, who implemented the program, has introduced reforms to sustain it; they continue the process as is, soaking in the prosperity (Dwyer 2014). The Real Program was and still is a regime of tough anti-inflation measures, in which the government had to make annual adjustment to prices on a range of products and services to ensure that costs and wages would stay in sync.
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They here stand for the Puritan preachers who were penalized by the Act of Uniformity in Others thought kings an useless heavy load,  Who cost too much, and did too little good.
Charles signed the notorious Treaty of Dover in May Now, manifest of crimes contrived long since, He stood at bold defiance with his prince;  Held up the buckler of the people’s cause Against the crown, and skulked behind the laws. Sanhedrinthe Jewish high council.
Absalom and Achitophel by John Dryden
What more can I expect while David lives? Yet if the crowd be judge of fit and just,  And kings are only officers in trust, Then this resuming covenant was declared When kings were made, or is for ever barred. In the absence of another Parliament, Shaftesbury could do little more. His mercy even the offending crowd will find; For sure he comes of a forgiving abalom. Believe me, royal youth, thy fruit must be  Or gathered ripe, or acyitophel upon the tree.
Nor would the royal party e’er unite  With Pharaoh’s arms to assist the Jebusite; Or, if they should, their interest soon would break, And with such odious aid make David weak.
Absalom is indeed a worthy and noble man, to the point that he utterly rejects the very possibility to disobey his father and, moreover, to overthrow him. Achitophel reminds the young prince about the most painful part of his life: Absalom and Achitophel is “generally acknowledged as finest political satire in the English language”.
A brother and a wife: My father governs with unquestioned right, The faith’s defender, and mankind’s delight; Good, gracious, just, observant of acihtophel laws; And heaven by wonders has espoused his cause. Our editors will review what you’ve submitted, and if it meets our criteria, we’ll add ajd to the article.
But how hard to make a man appear a fool, a blockhead, or a knave, without using any of those opprobrious terms? Would David have you thought his darling son?
Oh curst effects of necessary law! If mildness ill with stubborn Israel suit, His crime is God’s beloved attribute. The poem also references the Popish Plot and the Monmouth Rebellion achitophe, Had God ordained his fate for empire born, He would have given his soul another turn: Internet URLs are the best. Here stop, my muse; here cease thy painful flight; No pinions can pursue immortal height: Thy force infused the fainting Tyrians propped, And haughty Pharaoh found his fortune stopped.
From thence thy kindred legions may’st thou bring, To aid the guardian angel of thy king. His brother, though oppressed with vulgar spite, Yet vryden, and secure of native right, Of every royal virtue stands possest;  Still dear to all the bravest and the best. A trial before a jury picked by Whig sheriffs acquitted him.
David had a child with Bathsheba while she was married; he then sent her husband into battle, where he was killed. Were he a tyrant, who by lawless might Oppressed the Jews, and raised the Abaalom, Well might I mourn; but nature’s holy bands Would curb my spirits, and restrain my hands: Zadoc was a companion of David, who carried the Ark of the Covenant with him into absaalom wilderness.
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The tampering world is subject to this curse, To physic their disease into a worse. For lawful power is still superior found; When long driven back, at length it stands the ground. Let his successful youth your hopes engage; But shun the example of declining age: Yet all was coloured with a smooth pretence  Of specious love, and duty to their prince.
Nor let his love enchant your generous mind; ‘Tis nature’s trick to propagate her kind. But zeal peculiar privilege affords, Indulging latitude to deeds and words: In anv spring ofat the Oxford ParliamentShaftesbury appealed to Charles to legitimise Monmouth. Blest madman, who could every hour employ, With something new to wish, or to enjoy!
With how few tears a pardon might be won From nature, pleading for a darling son! Achitophel still wants a chief, and none  Was found so fit as warlike Absalon.
Here sbsalom stands for Slingsby Bethela sheriff of London and Middlesex. The best, — and of the princes some were such,—  Who thought the power of monarchy too much; Mistaken men, and patriots in their hearts; Not wicked, but seduced by impious arts.
Halifax later became one of Charles’s favorites. With grief they viewed such powerful engines bent, To batter down the lawful government. Dryden uses the fatherly indulgence of David lines to explore the legitimacy of Absalom’s succession. Princeton Encyclopedia of Poetry and Poetics.

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Lil Nas X released his highly anticipated debut album, “Montero,” on Friday.
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The 22-year-old rocketed to fame in 2019 when his first single, “Old Town Road,” smashed chart records and his subsequent EP, “7,” was nominated for album of the year at the Grammy Awards.
“Montero,” named for the rapper’s real name, was preceded by two top-10 hits and a thrilling yet controversial rollout, which involved giving Satan a lap dance and masterminding a mass breakout from a fake gay prison.
Insider’s music team (reporter Callie Ahlgrim and celebrity and music editor Courteney Larocca) listened to the new album on our own, jotting down our initial thoughts track by track.
Here is what we thought of each song on “Montero” upon first listen. (Skip to the end to see the only songs worth listening to and the album’s final score.)
Ahlgrim: This song is such a hit. Every time I listen to it, my serotonin levels skyrocket — especially when the second verse glides in with those delirious lyrics (“I wanna sell what you’re buying / I wanna feel on your ass in Hawaii”).
And on that note, I know the point of this song isn’t poetic genius, but “I wanna fuck the ones I envy” is genuinely one of the most punchy, evocative lyrics I’ve heard this year.
Larocca: Artists don’t often put their lead single as their album’s opening track, but it’s arguably a great spot for it. If you’re willing to introduce the era with the track, why not introduce the album the same way? But if we know anything about Lil Nas X from his album promo, it’s that he knows exactly what he’s doing.
Everything that went into this single’s rollout was wildly entertaining, and the song is too. It still slaps. Every. Time.
Ahlgrim: I am surprised and thrilled that Lil Nas has added another song to the crying-on-the-dance-floor canon. As opposed to the sunlit revelry of the title track, “Dead Right Now” is a dusky sort of banger, thick with nostalgia and bittersweet triumph.
Paired with an almost harsh beat, the lyrics expose an underbelly of Lil Nas’ confident gloss. He’s clearly proud of his accomplishments, but when a choir arrives to worship his one-in-a-million success (“Hallelujah! How’d you do it?”), it feels almost sinister — particularly in light of confessions like “I would’ve died trying to be here” and “My momma told me that she loves me, don’t believe her.”
The cost of fame, especially the many-hued leeches you may find attached, is a well-worn trope in pop music. Lil Nas is far from the first star to call out exes who come crawling back, or deadbeat relatives who suddenly ask for favors. But it’s certainly a first for him. I mean, this is the king of camp and internet memes, building a song around the line, “I’ll treat you like you’re dead.”
By wielding uncharacteristic venom and vulnerability, Lil Nas makes a familiar concept feel fresh — and proves, once again, that he’s no one-trick pony.


JUI F Chief Fazalur Rehman announces country wide protests
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman Thursday announced a countrywide protest against the target killings of the people in North Waziristan on Sunday.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman held a press conference in Bannu on Thursday and demanded the state stop killings and take action against the killers.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman also urged the Ulema Akram to protest in the Friday sermon against such kinds of target killings in North Waziristan.
He stated that their religious institutes of them were under the control of the state.
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IFRRO participated in the 38th session of WIPO’s Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights (SCCR) in April. At this session, delegates continued discussions on the protection of broadcasting organisations and exceptions and limitations for libraries and archives, educational and research institutions and for persons with other disabilities.
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During the SCCR and as the discussion on exceptions and limitations was starting, Rainer Just, IFRRO’s President, made the following statement:
“Thank you, Mr Chair, for allowing IFRRO to take the floor. The International Federation of Reproduction Rights Organisations, IFRRO, is the network for the Collective Management Organisations and author and publisher organisations in the text and image sector, with 150 member organisations in more than 80 countries worldwide. Collective Management Organisations in the text and image sector exist on all continents, in small as well as big countries, in developed countries as well as those that are developing and in all legal systems. They represent authors, visual artists, publishers, and they negotiate licences for the use and re-use of copyright protected works with educational institutions, research institutions, libraries, businesses and governments.
Appropriate exceptions and limitations can be introduced in national legislation under current international legal instruments, and, as documented in a number of WIPO studies including both Kenneth Crews’ typology on libraries and Daniel Seng’s typology on education, all WIPO Member States have introduced exceptions for uses in educational and research institutions, libraries and archives. This means that legislators can use the current copyright system to meet their needs, and the addition of new exceptions for digital uses, text and data mining in certain countries shows how flexible the current system is.
IFRRO’s members work every day on the ground to develop solutions that will meet users’ demands and remunerate copyright owners. We would be happy to share the many examples across the world of rightholders working with educational institutions to develop licences, may it be in Zambia with universities, in Tunisia with the National Library or in the Caribbean on a crossborder licensing solution. We look forward to sharing experience at the upcoming WIPO regional seminars.
IFRRO favours an outcome from the SCCR discussions on exceptions and limitations, which includes the exchange of information and practices, the offering of a demand driven WIPO-led technical assistance program to which we will offer to contribute, and government cooperation. Thank you Mr Chair.”
Also during the SCCR, after Professor Yaniv Benhamou had presented his revised report on Copyright Practices and Challenges of Museums, IFRRO’s President took the floor to thank him for his work and to raise the issue of copyright exceptions for catalogues and their impact on licensing agreements. He asked Professor Benhamou to what extent he had considered how the exceptions for catalogues sit alongside licensing markets for visual artists such as publishers’ markets.


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