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Top 10 Cold Characters
Don't you just love it when the temperature begins to drop? You get to stay indoors, snuggle in with a loved one, or just put your feet up by a warm fire… Or, y'know, whack on the central heating or just a radiator. The point is, feeling warm on a cold day is lovely. These characters however, they might not agree, as it turns out their coldness is their speciality. So come and check out our Top 10 Cold Characters.
Top 10 Posing Characters
Step 1 for powering up your special move: Strike a pose! Do you have a good special move? No? That's because you can't pose. No posing skills and we can't take a great picture of you! But not to worry, as although we may not have your back, we have gathered some of the finest posers from geek history to show you how it's done.
Get ready to freeze-frame for victory. It's our Top 10 Posing Characters.
Top 10 – Kleptomaniacs
A kleptomaniac is someone who can't help themselves, but to steal. Nevermind stealing your heart, these individuals will just take what they see. Really, it doesn't matter to them – they know they need it, no matter what it is. They just have to have it. Well then, we're going to have to tread carefully and lock all of our valuables away. Indeed, we'd better nail this Top 10 down, as this week we're keeping an eye out for our Top 10 Kleptomaniacs.
Top 10 Mad Scientists
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… Ah. There really wasn't much to laugh about, was there? Anyway, welcome back to our weekly Top 10, ladies and gentlemen, where we take a topic that you choose and we choose the best of the best in that category. Today's subject is a little bit experimental, as we're going to be looking at our Top 10 Mad Scientists and write up our thesis about their potentials for the top spot. We've taken a lot of candidates and we felt like we'd do something a bit different for this one. We've put a pinch of this and a dash of that together to give birth to a list which shows off the best of the best of these mad scientists. Creation is a powerful tool; so let's see what these scientists can bring to life! (more…)
Top 10 Worst Levels
Level design is never an easy job, especially when you have to manage a large variety of levels and worlds. However some levels are so dreadful, that even years on, we as gamers raise our arms in frustration and say "Ah, sod this!" With all this said though, we're not on about levels that are poorly made per se, but just levels that are genuinely bad to us.
So whether the level is downright frustrating because of how hard it is, or if the level is simply terribly designed, we've got you covered in this Top 10. Now it's time for us to exit stage left and check out our best of worst levels!
Top 10
10. IntelliLock – Mystery of Time and Space (MOTAS)
Ah the Intellilock, a lock that was designed to be incredibly intelligent, or so you would think. Actually, this lock is pretty smart in that it puts you through a rigorous game of "hey, press the right button!" There's a lot of buttons you can press and when you press the right one, they all change to become another puzzle in amidst the already annoying puzzles. One moment, you could be looking at crosshairs, the next you could be given a simple number puzzle.
The issue with Intellilock isn't that it's a bad lock per se, or even that the level around it is bad. Instead, it makes you seriously think and it slows down your whole gameplay through Mystery of Time and Space. MOTAS as it's affectionately known, is a flash game which you can play absolutely for free (just click this link). It's really good fun, but when you come to the Intellilock screen, be sure to have a good memory or a strong logical brain!
9. Shalebridge Cradle – Thief: Deadly Shadows
This is a bit of an awkward one, and would have been placed far higher in the list if it weren't also one of the best levels in Deadly Shadows. Throughout the game so far you've possibly walked the City streets merrily koshing or stabbing your way through a world that's all too easily unburdened of life and valuables, and extinguishing every light that would reveal your presence, and a few you probably didn't need to.
Welcome to the Cradle, half orphanage, half insane asylum, leave everything you've learned at the door. None of the lights can be extinguished, space is limited, and every occupant died a long time ago, but that hasn't stopped them shambling the halls. If you've grown comfortable playing the master thief Garrett, be prepared to be made most uncomfortable, and otherwise freaked out, unnerved and generally annoyed. You'll hate it, but it'll make you want more.
8. Caustic Caverns – Borderlands 2
Good idea to replace all the water with acid, adds an element of risk, especially if you have to cross said acid a few times to get to essential locations. But jumping isn't difficult in Borderlands, better make the acid bubble and splash so that it's harder to dodge, OH and maybe if you put treasure and things in places you can only reach by jumping into said bubbles just as they burst! That'll be great.
What else? What else? What if this is filled with creatures that can throw you great distances into the acid, or things that fly so you can't look at where you're going, or creatures that spend half the fight underground?! That's sounds like a lot of FUN! PEOPLE WILL HAVE FUN! And now that we're all having fun, let's have a lot of quests in there, a lot more than any of the other dungeons in the whole game! Or at least let's make it feel that way.
7. Kaizo Mario World
Kaizo Mario World is a trial-and-error game or "rage game", I.E a game just like I Wanna Be The Guy. It's a game where you might jump over a pit which would be an insta-kill, just to have a bullet bill fly at you JUST as you jump. Of course, this would go and kill you anyway. It's the type of game that was made to intentionally annoy the hell out of you – and it's pretty brilliant at it.
I've seen people die whilst just walking in that game. I've seen people die by being inactive. I've seen deaths by star blocks, deaths by chomps and deaths by goombas… Who appear out of nowhere! Kaizo Mario World is the ultimate test of patience. It's not really a bad game at all, it's rather clever in fact. But it's such a bad idea for how a level works, that it deserved a mention. Please note: Kaizo is actually a fan based ROM Hack, so if you don't own the official game, you're not likely going to be able to play this legally! Still, it's highly amusing to have a look at people dying pretty regularly on it!
6. Test Chamber 18 – Portal
One of the final phases of preliminary testing of the Aperture Handheld Portal Device, subjects are required to traverse elaborate corridor networks, and resolve a rather awkward puzzle in order to complete the chamber.
Test Chamber 18 is a bit of a doozy, and is often referred to as one of the hardest puzzles in the game, more than a few people were trapped in the little chamber for a very long time. The turrets add very little complexity, as they're easily dispatched, but the solution is not all that obvious, and being trapped in that side room by a sliding panel, and some parts requiring rather narrow timing add little stressors that make the puzzle just a little harder.
The exit is a series of tall platforms reached by hurling oneself higher and higher, tempering your relief at completing the chamber with a little vertigo and nausea. Not to worry, there's time enough to settle your stomach before the cake.
5. Safari Zone – Pokémon Red/Blue
Games seem to really love completely removing their own fundamental mechanics occasionally just to screw us over. The Safari Zone is just a prime example of exactly how gleefully the modern masters like to upset their fans. The whole point of pokémon is to pitch your pokémon against another pokémon and slug it out through means of tactical application of their various powers or abilities to whittle the opponent down far enough to defeat or capture it. The system works, and it would certainly be a great deal harder if you were just throwing rocks at your opponent, or if they could just run off whenever they liked.
Welcome to the Safari Zone, where your pokémon are removed from you and you have a limited time to throw rocks and/or bait at a kangaskhan until it either wanders off or actually stays in the damn Safari Ball. Oh, and your supposed to figure out that there's a particular method when you're 10 and don't have a clue about strategy and just blast everything with hyperbeam until your PP runs out? Yet more proof that children should never be permitted to play children's games.
4. Robot Masters before Dr. Wily – Mega Man games
The Robot Masters are the big baddies of the Mega Man series. Mega Man 2 is my all time favourite Mega Man, probably along with many other people. I'd always fight Metal Man first, then I'd take on Wood Man. Next I'd kill Bubble Man, followed by Air Man, then Flash Man. Crash Man is next, Quick Man and finally Er… Zippo Man. Heat Man, that's his name! Then once you defeat all of the Robot Masters and take their powers, you can go to the middle section, which is Wily's castle. Defeat the enemies before the big skull part and boom! It's time to fight Wily.
Actually, no it's not. Instead, you just find 8 doors that you can step through. Each of these doors have lights above them, indicating that they're currently still active. All you have to do is go in and de-activate all of them. How hard can this be? Well, it can be incredibly hard if you're only getting by with the skin of your teeth. You have to now fight all 8 of the Robot Masters all over again… And guess what? You don't heal all of your health between fights either. Good luck, Mega, you're going to need it!
3. Biker Tunnel – Battletoads
Have you played Battletoads? If you have and you've played this game with a friend, you know that most of this game is one massive mess. It's a great mess, a glorious one at that. People only really took it seriously after it became subject to a bit of an internet meme targeting shops like Gamestop for a pre-order of Battle-Toads for the Nintendo Wii. All thanks to the above video: isn't the internet an awesome place?
Nevertheless, it let people see the insanity that was Battletoads, inciting many people to then actually get frustrated with the games absurdly high difficulty. One moment, you're playing a typical beat em up, with massive boots to kick the butts of your enemies. The next moment, you would be driving along a tunnel on a bike, with obstacles coming into contact with you every second. Don't worry; that's not all you have to contend with. Ramps are the only things that will save you from falling into the massive pits and you even have to hit those at the right speeds, else you'll just lose. The Battletoads really had all odds stacked against them!
2. Water Temple – Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
If you thought the Water Temple wasn't going to make our list, then you were only fooling yourselves. Yes, the Water Temple clocks in at a whopping number two on our list, which is totally understandable, considering the infamous nature of this level. People go so far as to call levels "the Water Temple of this game" when referring to the worst levels of whatever game they're playing. At least, I've certainly referred to levels in such a way.
Regardless, the Water Levels is interesting in that it has 5 layers, which sees you navigating all 5 layers just to get through it. If it were just a case of having to do each layer, that'd not be so bad, but you need to go back and forth between the layers just to progress. You know something's up when they admitted they made it easier during the remake for the game on the 3DS, because they felt guilty for how hard this level was. Traps, layers, puzzles – It threw everything it had at you and only the patient would survive.
1. Rainbow Road – Mario Kart
Wait a minute, before we continue, how come we've got a second Mario item in the Top 10? Aren't we only supposed to have 1 entry from each franchise? You're absolutely correct, it's one entry from each franchise. However, Kaizo Mario World is a fan-made ROM Hack, which does not count as part of a franchise. With this out of the way with, let me now explain why Rainbow Road not only makes it into the Top 10, but why it's our number one pick.
Rainbow Road is infamous amongst people who have played through Mario Kart, in any of it's various iterations. When you start playing Mario Kart, you get frustrated by the players who are throwing those red shells at you and the people who leave banana's behind. You get frustrated that people are better at drifting than you are and you want to just give everybody the Luigi Death Glare whenever they try to pass you and you hit them with a shell.
Rainbow Road stops everyone dead in their tracks, because now instead of contending with other contenders, you're fighting with the game itself. You now need to try to get this road, this wavy, moving, wiggling road, to treat you a little bit better. In the Wii version, for instance, the Rainbow Road has the occasional ripple in the ground, allowing you to gain speed for making a jump off the ground itself… But that doesn't always help, as it can throw you full speed off one of the many curved sides of the road. There are no railings to save you in this exceedingly long level! It's a nightmare to navigate and the colours can be highly disorientating.
Honourable Mentions
There are so many levels out there, but to call them all the worst would be a massive overstatement. However, we thought we'd show off two more levels that at least deserves a mention; One isn't even really a proper level!
Tomb of Horrors – Dungeons & Dragons
Omitted by a small technicality, the Tomb of Horrors is a module for D&D that is used by DMs when they are sick to death of their group, it's veritably infamous for how cruelly it tortures those adventurers foolish enough to try its entrances. Sudden death is abundant, puzzles are difficult, and non-lethal penalties are dramatic to say the least. The place is the current final resting place of the demi-lich Acererak, and is a death trap riddled with hazards, monsters and deceptions of a most sadistic nature.
Expect loss of limbs, change of gender, altered philosophical views, and the very real possibility of just starving to death. Being a challenge for medium-high level characters, most of these penalties would be a mere setback, even death would be a revolving door. Would be! But the necromancer Acererak isn't so polite as to let you die like normal, death is an absolute, no coming back from this one.
Kill Screen – Pac-Man
So we all know and love Pac-Man and I've mentioned this highly broken screen many times before on this website, however it's interesting to note that this is technically a playable level, even though it isn't really a proper one. What I mean by it not being a proper level, is that this level isn't supposed to be like this, but it's just a memory issue with the game, where it doesn't know what you want to do with all of the fruit ever.
Rotten fruit aside, the Kill Screen is infamous in Pac-Man. Having supposedly been beaten only once before, which is seemingly unverified, the Kill Screen is basically the end of the line for the most hardcore Pac-Man players. Some modern versions of the game include it just as an Easter Egg to those who figure it out and get that far. On the plus side, at least the screen is visually different than the 255 maps that preceded it!
I've had enough of going through dungeons and caverns filled to the brim with krakens, because how many of these guys can fit into such a small space? Not to mention that there are fire monsters inside of this water cave, how did this even make it past play-testing!? Nevertheless, we're done for this week's list and now it's once again over to you, our audience, to decide what we do for our next list.
Did we mention those levels that were so dastardly to you? What about the order in which we ranked these worst levels? Do you think we unfairly put any of them in, or do you think we were justified in our reasons? Did we miss any out?! As always, life isn't fair, but you can help us make it right by telling us your personal worst levels in the comments below, or over on Facebook, Twitter and Reddit. Help us check through these games for the future of mankind's sake: We've had enough of these worst levels!
Timlahs' Cosplay Projects of 2016
Cosplay is still a major passion of mine, something that I go through a roller-coaster of emotions for. In the New Year, I intend to be doing a few new costumes and picking up the slack on ones I've sort of left by the side. These are my costume plans for the New Year, along with what characters you should expect me to be working on.
Mega Man
With all of the posts I've made about my next cosplay costume which has made very little progress this week (I was incredibly unwell at the time, oh woe is me), I thought I'd spend this time talking about the character behind the costume and have a quick look through the various franchises, looks and different media of Mega Man. It's time to grab your Mega Buster and bust some robot masters!
whether you know him as Mega Man or Rock Man, there's no denying this mega robots place in the history of gaming!
Mega Man (main series)
Starting at the beginning, the infamous bad-box art Mega Man. The original game of the blue bomber was a major hit, but it wasn't until Mega Man 2 did these series of games truly hit their stride. Mega Man is now an iconic video game character, even though many fans seem to argue that he hasn't been given enough love and attention as of late.
These original games were action platformers, with you controlling Mega Man himself to defeat 8 Robot Masters (usually), before taking on the big bad boss at the end (usually Doctor Wily). Jokingly, fans and detractors of the series alike mock Mega Man for the amount of times he has believed that Doctor Wily wasn't involved in the schemes to kill him. I mean there are always Robot Masters involved for one!
Mega Man X
Developed by Capcom, the same makers as the original Mega Man series, this series was a little different to the original games. In this, robots (Called Reploids) and humans lived in relative harmony.
Because of how advanced these reploids were, some of them were prone to going rogue (Becoming Mavericks). This game series used much more advanced hardware and these games are high intensity action. You follow Mega Man X and his partner, Zero, as they bring the Maverick group Sigma to justice.
Mega Man Battle Network / Anime
Very different series and followed the story of Mega Man and his human friend Lan Hikari, as they go about different networks , fighting off powerful viruses instead of robots. There was an anime of this version called Mega Man NT Warrior.
These are super cheesy, which is probably why these are my favourite Mega Man games other than the classic Mega Man games. This series of games are RPGs, which is completely different to the standard action platformer that we're accustomed to. Worth checking out if you are a fan of handheld games.
He has had his shares of ups and downs over the years, but each part of the Mega Man multiverse is unique in it's own way. I personally loved the classic games and the Battle Network ones, as they were so different to one another and followed two different timelines. It's arguable that these aren't even the same characters, although we always end up seeing familiar faces.
What's your favourite Mega Man franchise? As always, comments below, on Twitter or on Facebook. We'll see you all soon!
EGX Rezzed – Mega Man is coming
Those who regularly read this website will be fully aware of how much I love cosplay, as well as the amazing community it boasts. Honestly, find yourself some cosplayers and get stuck in, because they will make you feel right at home. With this said, it occurred to me recently that it's really close to EGX Rezzed. You'll see posts leading up to Rezzed as well as posts on the event in the coming weeks, as well as hopefully getting a few interviews and speaking to the wonderful attendees and cosplayers.
For those who are unaware, EGX Rezzed has a heavy focus on new indie game titles that will be coming out. This is a chance for developers to interact with existing fans and potential new audiences alike. It's a chance for attendees to get their hands on said games and for people like myself to talk and interview developers. I will be there from Thursday 12th March until Saturday 14th March, so if you're there come and say hello. You can also speak to the team at 1001-Up who we met last year thanks to Rezzed being at the same time as Kitacon last year.
This year, Rezzed will be taking place in London at the Tobacco Docks. With Rezzed and interviews in mind, I'm still a cosplayer…
So, I'm currently working on a new costume..! Since this event is entirely about video games, I got thinking about what video games I have really enjoyed in the past and what would actually be a recognisable character. So here's the candidates:
- Zidane Tribal – A rebuild and actual fix of that atrocious first ever costume. I decided against this one, as I'm still on the path of losing weight, which would make this costume that little bit more believable.
- Pac-Man – But then I got thinking about how awkward it would be, interviewing and running around as a big yellow spot.
- Fantastic Dizzy – This had the same problem as Pac-Man, as I'd be a big white egg… But worse still, I doubt many people would have got the character!
- World of Warcraft Shaman – But then I realised how much effort would go into the build. I would need more than a month.
But then I thought about it and I figured one of my all time favourite games is Mega Man II. This was the Mega Man game that most people have played at some point, but if you've not had a go, just download it from the Nintendo eShop. It's worth your investment… and it's not exactly expensive.
I will be attending Rezzed, approaching people as the Blue Bomber himself, Mega Man. I'll document my progress on this website but for now, let's discuss what I need to make the costume right:
Helmet – I will be making this out of EVA Foam. I've seen an incredible tutorial on YouTube from a guy who calls himself Evil Ted Smith… Seriously, check out the below video, it's so worthwhile. If you've never used EVA Foam to make a helmet before, this video will help you out. I know that the process makes a lot more sense to me now and amazingly, I somehow already have all of the materials he's suggested.
Glove/s – I think I'll make the shapes out of craft foam, stick them all together, then smother them in PVA and polish it right up.
Underwear armour..? – I have no better way to describe his crotch-armour, so the underwear I will be making out of EVA Foam. This'll be two simple pieces that simply snaps together.
Boots – The boots will likely be EVA Foam once more. They're quite pointy, which should be quite easy shapes to work with… The one thing that won't be so easy: My large feet. For a short person, I really do have large feet.
Megabuster – The Megabuster I will make out of upholstery foam, coat with craft foam, then possibly put a shiny material over it, or I'll just gloss up the craft foam. I'll also get a light to shine through the Megabuster and will do something simple with the energy meter effect on the buster (that yellow rectangular part).
The "clothes" – So the light blue behind the armour parts also needs to be considered. I could go with some tight fitting clothes, but I figured: This is Mega Man. He wouldn't be wearing clothes… but there's no way in hell I'm going to paint myself, as that'd not look right either. So what am I going to do? Get myself a Zentai suit, of course!
Am I being too ambitious with this project, or am I being just ambitious enough? If you were a game developer at Rezzed, would you chat to Mega Timlah? As usual, let's discuss further in the comments below, over on Twitter or on Facebook. I'll keep you all posted as to how this costume is going!

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Once known as a ferry town, a mill town, a strategic stop on the Delaware Canal and later on an artist's colony, New Hope is still a point of destination for those looking to capture a bit of history while enjoying the quaint atmosphere of Bucks county. Just 10 miles north of the spot where Washington Crossed the Delaware, residents can still enjoy the homes that were built in colonial days. It's not at all unusual to pass 200-year old stone houses, many of which sprang up along the stretches of road between Philadelphia and New York, where so much of the population decided to settle.
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A North Carolina man who said he was abducted by church members and abused for being gay has admitted the kidnapping story was a hoax.
In addition fabricating the abduction, 22-year-old Michael Lowry also said he lied about being gay. According to The Associated Press, he has since apologized to the Word of Faith Fellowship Church for making up the story.
Rutherfordton County Sheriff's Detective Sergeant Jamie Keever said Lowry could face several charges for filing a false report. Authorities are still investigating the church kidnapping hoax.
The Huffington Post explains that Lowry's tale included kidnapping, abuse, and torture at the hands of church members. He said he was knocked unconscious during the first day of confinment. Lowry explained that his captors believed demons were the cause of his homosexuality.
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"The pastor said to find out what my darkest secret was, and I was like, 'I'm never telling.' They hit my head with fists and I was on the floor, they held my hands and feet down and were pushing on my chest, and I could barely breathe."
Founder Jane Whaley had maintained the church did not abduct Lowry or subject him to any form of abuse or torture. She added that church members discovered he was gay after watching a local news report about Lowry's accusations.
The Inquisitr previously reported that the World of Faith Fellowship Church has been the center of controversy in the past. Whaley was convicted of abuse after allegations were made against the church. However, the ruling was later overturned.
Rutherfordton County Sheriff's office is still looking into why Michael Lowry accused the church of kidnapping and why he lied about being gay. The district attorney has submitted the case to the grand jury to see if charges should be filed against Lowry.


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This year's World Tea Expo East 2012 show in Philadelphia will once again be about everything and anything tea. In addition to being able to sample the plethora of delicious teas on the show floor, there are going to be a number of Education Conferences for those seeking to quench their thirst for more tea knowledge! Starting the day before the show and going on all the way to the last day, two of these such conferences will be hosted by members from Aiya America!
For anyone attending the show, we would love for you to plan one (or both) of these conferences into your schedule:
Monday, October 1st: World Origin Tasting Tour - Japan
Aiya's very own James Oliveira will be presenting about Japanese Tea during the World Origin Tasting Tour. He will introduce and speak about Japan's tea history, tea regions, tea varieties, and, of course, Matcha. For seasoned Japanese Tea experts and novices alike, James will take you on a guided tour of Japan and its teas. Attendees will also be able to taste Aiya's 2012 Award Winning Loose Leaf Tea Champion varieties. If you ever found yourself wanting to know more about Japanese teas, Matcha, or the industry that produces them, this is the conference for you!
Wednesday, October 3rd: Focused Tasting/Workshop - Making the Perfect Bowl of Matcha
From 11:30-1:00 of the last day of the show, Aiya's General Manager, Fumi Sugita, will be doing an in depth Matcha presentation. Starting with the basics of Matcha, Fumi will teach the techniques necessary to make the perfect bowl of Matcha. A few members of the audience will even be able to participate in the event. Attendees will also learn more about how Matcha is used "non-traditionally" in the American marketplace as well as what cues to look for to judge a high quality Matcha from an imitation. If you are a Matcha enthusiast or Matcha beginner, this workshop will be chock full of useful Matcha information.


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It's fair to say that the internet has had a massive impact on the music industry. From the way we listen, share, buy, promote, and discover… the whole music experience has been fundamentally changed, and Drum & Bass was no exception to this.
History Sessions: Keeping Bad Company (1999 – 2000)
Writing about the years 1999-2000 was always going to be a difficult one for me. Not because there wasn't great Drum & Bass being produced (there was), but because when I write these articles I try to fit the narrative around defining moments that shaped the history of Drum & Bass… and I couldn't actually think of any!
History Sessions: Rise Of The Machines (1997 – 1998)
Whilst Jump-Up heralded a return to the boisterous abandon of early 90's rave, there was another burgeoning sub-genre of D&B that painted a much bleaker picture of British life in the late 90's. Spearheaded by Nico's No U Turn label, 'Techstep' was a sharp, angular, and gloomy foreboding sound far removed from any kind of 'jazzy' laid back coffee-table sophistication.
History Sessions: All Jumped Up! (1996 – 1997)
The formula was simple: Take the drums from your last record, slightly re-arrange the bassline, stick a well known Hip Hop sample in there, and bam! – Your next release was ready for the pressing plant.
History Sessions: DnB Enters The Mainstream (1996)
In 1996, Dance music's reign at the forefront of public consciousness had mostly been eclipsed by the rise of Britpop, with Bands such as Blur, Oasis, and Supergrass, providing the soundtrack to a distinct period of British cultural identity that had resulted in the whole "Cool Britannia" phenomenon. Bubbling away in the background however, and now freshly detached from the jungle scene (which had since sunk into oblivion), drum & bass was busy carving out its own place in this perceived cultural upsurge of the mid-90's.
History Sessions: Rave Fought The Law, And The Law Won (1994 – 1995)
In 1994, the government introduced a bill to tackle what it perceived as the menace of rave music. Against a backdrop of widespread protest, The Criminal Justice and Public Order Act was eventually passed into law – Part 5 of which concerns 'collective trespass and nuisance' where it characterises rave music as: "…sounds wholly or predominantly characterised by the emission of a succession of repetitive beats." The Act empowers authorities to stop a rave in the open air with a hundred or more people attending, or where two or more people are making preparations for a rave. In other words, police now had the power to shut down anything from the size of Castle Morton to this poor guy's bbq.


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Alison's Legacy
By Toby Heathcotte
Ebook $5.99, ISBN 0932866027
Triskelion Publishing, March 2004
Buy from http://www.triskelionpublishing.com/
Paperback $15.00, ISBN: 0964088223, 297 pp.
Mardel Books, Feb 2000
Book review by Kathleen Cunningham Guler
Alison's Legacy, the first book in the Alma Chronicle Series, deftly explores the harrowing social and political climate a woman faced in eighteenth century England through the absorbing story of Alison McPhearson, a Scottish immigrant living in an English village near Salisbury. An innkeeper, Alison is left pregnant and abandoned by a brutal husband. In a time when women had absolutely no rights, she is faced each day with the danger that she could be shunted off to the desolate streets of London — a death sentence in itself — just for being with child and having no more husband, for showing sympathy to the Jacobites, or for her friendship with Judith, a woodswoman and seer. Alison challenges the unfairness of life with stoic courage. She hides her pregnancy and the birth of her son, Lainn; learns to read, write and cipher; and successfully runs the inn alone. Judith, her mentor, becomes foster mother to Lainn, who also shows signs of being a seer.
Alison learns that the church ignores the notion of reincarnation, but as she meets and finds love in an English officer, Thomas Whitfield, she comes to realize through vague memories and dreams that she, Thomas, Judith, Lainn and her brutal husband have all been together before and must rectify past mistakes.
In Alison's Legacy, Toby Heathcotte creates immediate sympathy for Alison's plight right from the first page. Alison's courage to remain independent is believable because she does not defy the social system — she cannot, not without causing her own death and that of her son's and her mentor's. Instead she finds creative ways to work around it. The concept of reincarnation is well woven into the story as part of an older form of spirituality. Powerful scenes fill this intriguing book, illustrating the lack of rights and unfair consequences for women of the era, just for having plain bad luck.
Visit Toby Heathcotte's website: http://www.tobyheathcotte.com/
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By Gaya Travel on April 11, 2013
Beginning this issue, Gaya Travel is bringing in a new column called Black & White. It is the column that does not only talk about the city but more of the stories and lives behind it, the tales that we often take for granted. There is more to what meets the eyes, there are two sides of coin in every story and this is what Black & White is all about.
The Place
Every time anyone mentions Kuala Lumpur, visions of cacophony, traffic congestion, density and fast pace comes to mind. In this vibrant city, sky-scrapers define its skyline amidst the clutter of buildings. This capital city of Malaysia does not only serve as the economic and political hub of the country but also alive with stories of its citizens.
Behind all of these developments lay tales upon tales about the iconic Dataran Merdeka (Freedom Square). It may look like just another square used for celebrating the country's Independence Day, but it actually has more to tell. Everyday thousands of tourists and locals walked by this historic field – some learning about its rich history, some take photos with countless poses, while most walk by without realising the reason why this field of green grass remains untouched till this day while other plots of land throughout Kuala Lumpur are developed rapidly.
Do you know that the British made Kapitan Yap Ah Loi (the founding father of modern Kuala Lumpur) promise not to touch this patch of green? Dataran Merdeka was formerly known as the Selangor Club Field or "Padang" where crickets were played on its grounds and Kuala Lumpur's residents of the past socialised.
This historic field is also where the Union Jack was lowered on 31 August 1957, to make way for the Malayan flag, marking the country's independence from colonial rule. Replete with history, Dataran Merdeka has witnessed wars, floods and rapid development since its birth. So, when you pass by Dataran Merdeka, do remember that this field is not just another green space allocated for large scale events but also holds the nation's heritage and defines the character of Malaysia's most bustling metropolis.
The People
People whom we crossed path every day at the LRT stations may seem ordinary but the truth is they are not. Among them are janitors and cleaners who keep the city free from rubbish, whose hard work ensures that Kuala Lumpur is not turned into a landfill. Some of them are also teachers who help to develop today's children into future leaders. Everyone plays an important role and contributes to this developing city. But do you realise that while everyone whom you crossed path looks employed, some of them are actually homeless?
Black & White salutes ReachOut Malaysia, an organisation made up of ordinary Malaysians who distribute food to the homeless every night without fail. Most of these homeless people have suffered from misfortune in their lives, largely originated from outside Kuala Lumpur who came to the city in search for better life but instead succumbed to hardship.
By day, these homeless faces may pass as just another person going about their own business; but as night comes, their indiscriminate places of sleep make them more visible. Some have to send most of their money home, thus cannot afford either accommodation or food. ReachOut Malaysia sought to alleviate such destitution by giving out packets of food, toiletries and alms.
Volunteers comprising students, industry key players and even housewives sacrificed their sleep so that these homeless people can survive for another day. For these volunteers, what they do is not merely a job but a calling.
We may have the KLCC standing proudly for the whole world to see but we also have people who seek shelter under moonlight, a sad reality that still plagues Kuala Lumpur.
All of its citizens – homeless or otherwise – have the right to live in decent homes. Kuala Lumpur would have not been how she is today without her people, including the homeless. The sweat of every citizen, past and present, helps to turn Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia into what we see today.
Every big city in this world has its own story, tales of its own people who shape the city into what it is today. This is how Black & White sees Kuala Lumpur. Till then, see you in the next issue.


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Camp E.L.K. is located an hour and a half from Orange County and Los Angeles, just outside Wrightwood, CA. This overnight camp allows children and adults to unplug from everyday life, explore the great outdoors, and connect with themselves and others. Camp E.L.K. features traditional camp activities and ways to find adventure like hiking, swimming, ropes courses, and archery. There are four great ways to explore camp with youth summer & winter camp, family camps and group rentals.
There's snow place like camp!
Winter Camp Dates
December 27th – 30th, 2019
Activities: Archery, Arts & Crafts, Hiking, Team Building, Stargazing, Campfires & S'mores and more!
Ages: 8 -17
Cost: $375 per child. 10% sibling discount. A $100 deposit is required.
Financial assistance available.
*Bus transportation to and from camp is included.
Winter Camp Registration Packet
Cost: $555 per child (Includes transportation to and from camp, meals, housing, t-shirt, group photo, and all activities.)
Summer Camp is an experience for youth to connect with nature, themselves, each other, and great role models. Kids will get the full camp experience starting with bus transportation up to camp, a week of activities like archery and swimming, and back home again to share campfire memories and songs.
The Leader In Training (L.I.T.) Program is open for ten kids ages 15-17 years old and will involve leadership skill training. Camp scholarships and sibling discounts are available. Enrollment is limited to 80 campers for regular sessions and 40 campers for the junior session. Camper to staff ratio is 5:1. Financial assistance available to those who qualify.
Join us up at camp for a weekend of family-friendly activities and connect with nature, each other, and new friends.
Family Camp Dates
Weekend 1: October 18th-20th
Weekend 2: October 25th-27th
Activities: Archery, Arts & Crafts, Rock Wall Climbing, Pumpkin Carving, Campfires & S'mores and more!
All ages welcome!
Cost: $150 per guest (ages 4+). Children under 4 are FREE!
Cabin space may be shared by multiple families. Registration with friends and family is encouraged to secure a group cabin.
*Transportation to camp not included.
Camp E.L.K. is accustomed to hosting groups such as large family gatherings, outdoor education programs, church retreats, leadership retreats, work conferences, and youth groups like Boy Scouts and Adventure Guides. We are able to customize group experiences with different meal options and activities.
Unwind and Relax
Camp E.L.K. can host your next:
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- Church Group
- Leadership Outing
- Work Conference
- Family Reunion
- Youth Group
- Science Camp
- School Field Trip
Fun Activities for Everyone
Camp offers a variety of traditional activities for our rental group guests, including:
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- Hikes
- Stargazing
- Archery
- Arts & Crafts
- Team Building
- Gaga Ball
- Chapels & Campfire
- Scavenger Hunts
- Mountain Biking
- Swimming
- And more!
We also work with many local vendors who can provide services during your stay including photographers, horseback riding, zip line tours, rock wall rentals, and ski/tubing packages.
Camp Details
- Lodging for groups of 20-120
- Day and weekly rentals
- Staff-lead activities
- Heated cabins for winter usage
- Camp store
- Full service kitchen and dining hall
- Customized menus
Pacific Crest Trail Hikers (April 15th – May 15th)
Overnight accommodations include:
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- Shower facilities
- Transportation to camp
- Continental breakfast
- Private cabins (additional charge)
- Archery
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- Campfire
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- Rags & Leather Program
- Star Gazing
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- Mountain Biking
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- Leadership & Character Education
- Health & Wellness
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At the YMCA, your child's safety is our top priority and we have strict protocols in place to maintain a safe and secure environment. All our camps are ACA, American Camping Association, accredited and participate in a Child Abuse Prevention Assessment every other year by Praesidium.
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YMCA Financial Assistance
YMCA Financial Assistance Program – Espanol
Camp Parent Guide
Program Youth Camp FAQ
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YMCA Camp E.L.K. Summer Session Registration Packet
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Family Camps, Winter Camps, and Rentals
Family Camp Registration Packet
Family Camp Packing List
Winter Camp Registration Packet
Winter Camp Packing List
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LONDON — Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation into an accounting scandal at BT's Italian branch, which knocked £7 billion off the British telecoms giant's share price on Tuesday.
Reuters reported late on Tuesday that Milan prosecutors have opened an investigation into "alleged false accounting and embezzlement." BT first announced it had discovered accounting irregularities at its Italian division three months ago, but on Tuesday radically upgraded the costs of these errors from £145 million to £530 million.
The upgrade sent BT shares crashing 20% on Tuesday. Shares are still falling on Wednesday morning on news of the Italian prosecutors' investigation. BT is down 1.1% at 8.30 a.m. GMT (3.30 a.m. ET):Ken Odeluga, a market analyst at City Index, says in an email on Wednesday morning: "The risk of opportunistic litigation risk is rising. 'Investor alerts' by U.S. law firms calling for investors with info to come forward numbered 10 at last count.
"And whilst BT's current assessment suggests just a fraction of the Italian businesses' 1% contribution to core operating profits is involved, reputational damage is far greater."
Odeluga believes a root-and-branch management review is needed at the internet and broadcasting business. He says: "There's no evidence that Chief Executive Gavin Patterson had any inkling before last autumn of the malfeasance abroad. Although he has been in charge since 2013, and before that was BT's retail boss for five years, apparently stringent scrutiny turned up nothing for years.
"But there lies the rub. Culpability is lacking, but failure to spot the issue still puts Patterson in the frame in the eyes of many shareholders—see £7bn worth of market value destroyed on Tuesday."


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Women, Literature, Environment and the Arts
Actors Theatre of Louisville
A vital force in American regional theater for more than four decades, the Actors Theatre of Louisville produces a variety of events, including the Humana Festival of New American Plays, the distinguished New Play Program, and the biennial Bingham Signature Shakespeare series. Many of the Humana Festival plays have been published in Actors Theatre anthologies as well as individual acting editions, making them part of the permanent canon of American dramatic literature.
Biographers International Organization
Biographer's International Organization (BIO), a non-profit organization, was founded in May of 2010 to promote the art and craft of biography, and to further the professional interests of its practitioners..
Glimmer Train
A literary journal founded in 1990 and based in Portland, Oregon, publishing literary fiction by established and emerging short-story writers.
Green Fire Times
News & Views from the Sustainable Southwest. A monthly 30,000 copy 40-page full color newsprint publication distributed throughout north central New Mexico and on the web.
Guerrilla Girls on Tour
Feminist artists using smart humor to address sexism with performance art.
Kentucky Foundation for Women
Established in 1985 by Sallie Bingham, the Kentucky Foundation for Women promotes positive social change by supporting varied feminist expression in the arts.
Kentucky Repertory Theatre at Horse Cave
A theater company established in 1976 in the small rural town of Horse Cave, near Mammoth Cave National Park.
The MacDowell Colony
Founded in 1907 and located in Petersborough, New Hampshire, MacDowell is the oldest artists' colony in the United States. The Colony awards residencies to composers, filmmakers, visual artists, interdisciplinary writers, and architects.
Rachel's Network
This organization promotes women as impassioned leaders and agents of change dedicated to the stewardship of the earth.
Sallie Bingham Center for Women's History and Culture
The Center—part of Duke University's Special Collections Library—acquires, preserves, and makes available to researchers published and unpublished materials that reflect the public and private lives of women, past and present.
Sarabande Books
This nonprofit literary press based in Louisville, Kentucky, focuses on quality poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction.
Sunstone Press
This independent press based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, publishes a wide array of general fiction and nonfiction, as well as nonfiction that preserves and highlights the richness of the American Southwest.
VIDA: Women in Literary Arts
VIDA seeks to explore critical and cultural perceptions of writing by women through meaningful conversation and the exchange of ideas among existing and emerging literary communities.
Virginia Center for the Creative Arts
An international working retreat for visual artists, writers, and composers, located in the rolling foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. VCCA provides residential fellowships of two weeks to two months, where highly accomplished artists may work on their creative projects, free from the distractions of day-to-day life.
Women's International Study Center
The mission of the Women's International Study Center is to interpret the lives and advance the contributions of Eva Scott, Leonora Muse and Leonora Curtin in the arts, sciences, cultural preservation and business, while preserving their Santa Fe home, Acequia Madre House™, and related collections.
Women's Project and Productions
Founded in 1978, the Women's Project is the nation's oldest and largest company dedicated to producing and promoting theater created by women.
Women Writing Women's Lives
This is an ongoing seminar for women—academics, independent scholars, journalists, and other professionals—who are engaged in writing book-length biographies and memoirs that portray the complex realities of women's lives. It began in 1990, and operates under the aegis of the Center for the Study of Women and Society and the Center for the Humanities at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York.
Founded in 1900, Yaddo is an artists' community located on a 400-acre estate in Saratoga Springs, New York. Its mission is to nurture the creative process by providing an opportunity for artists to work without interruption in a supportive environment. Yaddo offers residencies of two weeks to two months to professional creative artists working in choreography, film, literature, musical composition, painting, performance art, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video.
Recommended Readings
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14 Illustrated Books About Women Who Changed The World
There's no doubt that women still have a long way to go to be on equal footing with men in America (and worldwide.) It's not a problem that will be solved overnight, but if you know children in need of inspiration (or if you need some inspiration!), there's no better way to get motivated to keep fighting the patriarchy than with these illustrated books about history-making women.
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'Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World' by Rachel Ignotofsky
In Women in Science, Rachel Ignotofsky provides us with gorgeously unique illustrations and 50 fascinating stories to accompany them. This book is a reportage of women's enormous success in fields with enormous barriers to success for them. The author shows readers exactly the extent to which every woman in every time and place has been capable of something extraordinary.
'Amelia to Zora: Twenty-Six Women Who Changed the World' by Cynthia Chin-Lee, Megan Halsey (Illustrator), Sean Addy (Illustrator)
"A is for Amelia" and "Z is for Zora." This is how Cynthia Chin-Lee chooses to introduce 26 unique women from the beginning to the end of her book. She writes about as many women as the letters of the alphabet, illuminating their incredible lives and highlighting their achievements.
'Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women' by Catherine Thimmesh and Melissa Sweet (Illustrator)
Women have invented some pretty amazing things throughout history — you just didn't know it. Girls Think of Everything is a smart collection of stories, each with a compelling voice that makes you feel part of the stories themselves.
'Rad Women Worldwide: Artists and Athletes, Pirates and Punks, and Other Revolutionaries Who Shaped History' by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl (Illustrator)
From Qiu Jin to Malala, Patti Smith to Queen Bessie, author Kate Schatz delves into the sensational lives of 40 women across the world. Accompanied by powerfully expressive images by illustrator Miriam Klein Stahl, this guide to women in history will remind you of the truth of the book's title: women are just too rad.
'Wonder Women: 25 Innovators, Inventors, and Trailblazers Who Changed History' by Sam Maggs
You're going to be surprised at the discrepancy between how much you think you know about women's history compared to how much you actually know after reading the stories of these 25 incredible women.
'Bad Girls Throughout History: 100 Remarkable Women Who Changed The World' by Ann Shen
If you agree that being a "bad woman" means being strong, willful, compassionate, trailblazing, empathetic, and history-making, then you need this book on your bookshelf.
'She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed The World' by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger (Illustrator)
This book was inspired by Sen. Mitch McConnell's dig at Sen. Elizabeth Warren: "Nevertheless, she persisted." Little did the Republican senator know that his words would be reappropriated as a feminist rallying cry. In this children's book, Chelsea Clinton and illustrator Alexandra Boiger highlight the achievements of 13 extraordinary women — some famous, like Sonia Sotomayor, and others less well-known, like Claudette Colvin.
'Bon Appetit! The Delicious Life of Julia Child' by Jessie Hartland
Julia Child really was a multitalented woman. If, like me, you got to know and fell in love with her thanks to Meryl Streep's memorable interpretation in Julie & Julia, you'll just adore this sweet, eccentric book full of spy-stories, cooking anecdotes, and stories from this wonderful woman's life.
'Around America to Win the Vote: Two Suffragists, A Kitten, and 10,000 Miles' by Mara Rockliff and Hadley Hooper (Illustrator)
In 1916, on the verge of the presidential elections, feminists across the country were fighting for women's right to vote. Together with their black kitten, two of these suffragettes — Nell Richardson and Alice Burke — left New York to travel over 10,000 miles on a runabout van and spread a loud message of "Votes for Women!" all across the country. This fictionalized tale of a true story highlights their remarkable journey in the name of enfranchisement.
'Hillary Rodham Clinton: Dreams Taking Flight' by Kathleen Krull and Amy June Bates (Illustrator)
If you have a thing for books that tell the stories of inspiring female politicians, look no futher: Kathleen Krull and Amy June Bates' account of Hillary Clinton's life will take you on an inspired journey through her younger years.
12. 'Me, Frida' by Amy Novesky and David Díaz (Illustrator)
Connect with the life of Frida Kahlo with this playful, poetic and mesmerizing book, styled after Frida's artwork. Written by Amy Novesky and illustrated by David Diaz, this book tells the tale of her early days in San Francisco with her husband, the artist Diego Rivera. Frida struggled to find a muse, speak a foreign language, and learn to live a life that didn't yet belong to her, but once she did, it changed her life forever.
13. 'Malala Yousafzai: Warrior With Words' by Karen Leggett Abouraya and L.C. Wheatley (Illustrator)
Malala was fifteen when she was shot in a Taliban attack on a school bus. She survived her injuries, and went on to become an influential activist in the fight for women's right to an education. Her work earned her a Nobel Peace Prize, making her the youngest person to ever win the honor. Few artists and writers could resist the temptation to let this wonderful story of courage and resilience inspire their art, and Karen Leggett Abouraya and illustrator L.C. Wheatley do a brilliant job bringing her story to the page.
14. 'Just Being Audrey' by Margaret Cardillo and Julia Denos (Illustrator)
When you hear "Audrey Hepburn," you probably think of her wandering the streets of New York, pearls on her neck, croissant in hand. But there's so much more to Hepburn's story than Breakfast at Tiffany's. Author Margaret Cardillo and illustrator Julia Denos tell her full story — from her early days as an aspiring ballerina to her later years working on behalf of UNICEF throughout the world.


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The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is a terrifying piece of military kit. The stealth bomber can fly undetected for many thousands of miles to drop a thermonuclear bomb on pretty much any target on the planet. According to one government estimate, each B-2 in operation on average has cost the US Air Force $2.1bn to develop and deploy.
Clearly, very few countries have the money or the technology to invent such weapons systems. There are also very few occasions on which such weapons can be used (God willing). The US therefore remains dominant in what it terms its first and second offset strategies: clear supremacy in nuclear weapons and precision-guided missiles. But although such technologies remain necessary to offset the challenges of rival powers, they are no longer sufficient in our rapidly changing world.
Most defence spending in Nato countries still goes on crazily expensive metal boxes that you can drive, steer, or fly. But, as in so many other areas of our digital world, military capability is rapidly shifting from the visible to the invisible, from hardware to software, from atoms to bits. And that shift is drastically changing the equation when it comes to the costs, possibilities and vulnerabilities of deploying force.
Compare the expense of a B-2 bomber with the negligible costs of a terrorist hijacker or a state-sponsored hacker, capable of causing periodic havoc to another country's banks or transport infrastructure — or even democratic elections.
The US has partly recognised this changing reality and in 2014 outlined a third offset strategy, declaring that it must retain supremacy in next-generation technologies, such as robotics and artificial intelligence. The only other country that might rival the US in these fields is China, which has been pouring money into such technologies too.
But the third offset strategy only counters part of the threat in the age of asymmetrical conflict. In the virtual world, there are few rules of the game, little way of assessing your opponent's intentions and capabilities, and no real clues about whether you are winning or losing.
Such murkiness is perfect for those keen to subvert the west's military strength. China and Russia appear to understand this new world disorder far better than others — and are adept at turning the west's own vulnerabilities against it.
Chinese strategists were among the first to map out this new terrain. In 1999 two officers in the People's Liberation Army wrote Unrestricted Warfare in which they argued that the three indispensable "hardware elements of any war" — namely soldiers, weapons and a battlefield — had changed beyond recognition. Soldiers included hackers, financiers and terrorists. Their weapons could range from civilian aeroplanes to net browsers to computer viruses, while the battlefield would be "everywhere".
Russian strategic thinkers have also widened their conception of force. Moscow has used traditional military hardware in recent conflicts in Georgia and Ukraine. But it has also launched cyber attacks against both countries as well as Estonia and stands accused of hacking the US presidential election.
More broadly, it has been intensifying its KGB-derived "dezinformatsiya" operations as part of what Professor Mark Galeotti has called "the weaponisation of information". According to Dmitry Kiselyov, the Russian television anchor and Kremlin propagandist, information wars have become "the main type of warfare".
Rosa Brooks, a former Pentagon official, has argued that the US military is far from the ideal organisation to respond to this multiplicity of challenges. Instead, she suggests that the defence of western societies and the projection of soft power need to be rethought as a collective national purpose. "Imagine a revamped public sector premised on the idea of universal service — an America in which every young man and woman spends a year or two in work that fosters national and global security," she has written.
Such ambitions are academic while Donald Trump remains in the White House, committed as he is to increasing spending on old-fashioned military hardware. Besides, the Kremlin could hardly wish for a more compliant US president than one who has praised Vladimir Putin's strong leadership, been hesitant to support Nato's collective security and denounced the US media for peddling "fake news".
In the realm of "memetic warfare", as it has been called, the Kremlin would already appear to have won. But before it crows too loudly, Mr Putin's entourage may reflect that the west depends far less on any one individual or institution than Russia. The US Congress is now pushing tougher sanctions against Moscow for meddling in the presidential election.
Moreover, the Russian president's domestic opponents are also adopting new strategies. Earlier this year, the opposition leader Alexei Navalny released a slickly produced video highlighting the alleged corruption of Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev. It has since been watched almost 24m times on social media.
No matter how well versed in the practice, authoritarian states are rapidly losing their own monopoly on the weaponisation of information.


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Dissemination & Implementation Research and Policy
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I love the outdoors (or perhaps The Outdoors, as it seems to be these days), the more mountainous the better. I am an avid snowboarder, having cut my first lines in the powdery mountains of central Japan and now exploring the South Island of New Zealand. When there is no snow, I enjoy mountain biking, trail running and whatever it takes to get me out and into nature for good dirty fun.
As administrator and owner of this site, I am aiming to create a community centered on play outdoors and performance in outdoor sports.
When not messing around outside, I spend my time with my son, working out, drinking over-priced beer, trying to escape screens, and being puzzled at stuff.
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The Easter Bunny: A Brief History
The Easter Bunny. He hops into Spring with his fluffy white cotton tail, bringing joy to millions of children everywhere. Depending on your family's tradition, he may hide eggs or leave pastel baskets in his wake, filled with sweet treats – only to leave your little ones on a permanent sugar high. But have you ever wondered how this cheerful, oversized stuffed animal and the tradition of Easter eggs came to be?
Spring symbolizes life and rebirth, which is why the rabbit has always been associated with the season. The rabbit has long been considered a symbol of fertility and new life, due to the animal's ability to quickly reproduce…well, like a rabbit. History.com goes on to explain…
"According to some sources, the Easter bunny first arrived in America in the 1700s with German immigrants who settled in Pennsylvania and transported their tradition of an egg-laying hare called "Osterhase" or "Oschter Haws." Their children made nests in which this creature could lay its colored eggs. Eventually, the custom spread across the U.S. and the fabled rabbit's Easter morning deliveries expanded to include chocolate and other types of candy and gifts, while decorated baskets replaced nests. Additionally, children often left out carrots for the bunny in case he got hungry from all his hopping." According to Wikipedia… The custom of Easter eggs was first mentioned in 1682 referring to a German tradition of an Easter Hare bringing Easter eggs for the children. In addition, Orthodox churches have a custom of abstaining from eggs during the fast of Lent. The only way to keep them from being wasted was to boil or roast them. As a special dish, they would have been decorated as part of the celebration. Later, German Protestants retained the custom of eating colored eggs for Easter. Boiling eggs in combinations with flowers to change their colour, bringing the spring into the homes and over time adding the custom of decorating eggs.
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As another year comes to a close, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our success possible. It is in this spirit that we say thank you and best wishes for the holidays and New Year. May songs of joy fill your home with warmth and your heart with happiness.
Malt Realty Holiday Hours are as follows:
- Christmas Eve 12/24/14 closing @ 12:00
- Closed Christmas Day 12/25/14
- 12/26/14 Office will be Open regular hours (8:30-5:30)
- 12/27/14 Office will be Open 10-2
- New Year's Eve 12/31/14 Closing @ 3:00
- Closed New Year's Day
Should you be in town this holiday season, here are some fun events available in beautiful SW Florida.
Holiday Crafts for Kids – Monday, December 22, 2014 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Organization: Rookery Bay
Make wildlife crafts such as marine mammal puppets, fish prints and cabbage palm reindeer. Activities are geared to children ages 6 to 12. Free with Environmental Learning Center admission ($5 adults, $3 kids 6-12, FREE kids under 6).
Venue: Rookery Bay, 300 Tower Road, Naples
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com Website: www.rookerybay.org
Friday/Saturday night Music at Fishermen's Village – December 26 and 27, 5pm – 9pm Center Court, Fishermen's Village, off Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda (map)
Friday and Saturday night live entertainment at Fishermen's Village. Year round, free of charge. Various musicians and bands perform live music, center stage, 5-9 pm. http://www.fishville.com
Friday by the Fountain – Fri, December 26, 6pm – 9pm
Bell Tower Shops, Daniels Parkway & US 41, Ft. Myers (map)
Enjoy live music every Friday night from 6-9pm, in Center Court while you stroll through the shops and restaurants. For more information, please call 239-489-1221
Jazzy Friday's – Fri, December 26, 5pm – 8pm
Holiday Inn Fort Myers Airport at Town Center, 9931 Interstate Commerce Drive, Fort Myers (map)
Don't miss our New Jazzy Fridays, featuring our Award Winning Chef Murray as he prepares a Free Italian Pasta & Scampi Appetizer in honor of Mario "The Catman" Infanti, performing his Smooth Jazz, Blues and R&B. We are located across from the Gulf Coast Town Center, off Alico Road (I-75 at Exit 128) next to City/Ashley Furniture. http://www.hiftmyersairport.com
Two-Hour Guided Kayak Nature Tours at Lovers Key State Park – Sat, December 27, 10am – 10am
Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Boulevard, Ft Myers Beach (map)
On Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays at 10am, join us for a two-hour guided kayak nature tour. Reservations are required, please call 239-314-0110, $45.
Car Cruise-In – Sat, December 27, 5pm – 8pm
Downtown Fort Myers (map)
4th Saturday every month, all classic cars and show cars welcome! Free. DJ spins classic rock with trivia, 4-8pm.
Band "High Voltage" at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club – Sun, December 28, 6pm – 9pm
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, 851 Gulf Shore Boulevard North, Naples (map)
Come out and enjoy live music in a tropical setting, and watch a picture perfect Southwest Florida sunset.
Cape Coral Quilters Guild – Mon, December 29, 10am – 3pm
Christ Lutheran Church (Hafer Hall), 2911 Del Prado Boulevard South, Cape Coral (map)
Group meets in Hafer Hall from 10am-3pm every Monday and welcomes anyone who is interested in quilting. Fabric donations are accepted to make charity quilts. For more information, please call 239-573-6337.
"Family Beach Walks" – Sanibel – Tue, December 30, 9am – 9am
J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, 1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel (map)
Family beach walks are held at 9 am every Tuesday in partnership with Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum. The program takes place at Gulfside Park for a one-hour exploration of the refuge's gulf-front Perry Tract. For more information, please call 239-472-1100.
English Country Dancing – Tue, December 30, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center, 16760 Bass Road, Ft Myers (map)
Learn social dances of 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Partners not necessary, beginners are welcome at this family-friendly event held 6:30-8:30pm Tuesdays year-round. Lessons are free after one-time payment of $10, which covers lifetime membership to Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center. For more information, please call 239-432-2154.
Movie Mania at Rookery Bay – Monday, December 29, 2014 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Organization: Rookery Bay
Bring the whole family and enjoy a selection of nature films selected by Rookery Bay staff and researchers! Movie mania will be held in the auditorium where the amphitheater-style, cushioned seating will give everyone a great view of the film with ample room to relax! Film selections are subject to change. Only family-friendly films will be shown.
Sunset to Starlight Cruise– Monday, December 29, 2014 4:45 PM – 7:30 PM
Organization: Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
This naturalist-led small boat adventure takes place in the evening and is often (but not always) around the time of the full moon. Guests will visit a remote section of Keewaydin Island, renowned for its shell-strewn beaches and pastel sunsets. Stroll along and enjoy beachcombing until the magical moment when the sun sinks into the Gulf.
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"Moleskine lets me create expressive journals of things going on in my life, be it the people I love, the things I buy, or just the quotes that are inspiring me at the time." – Bobbie Jo D'Eon. We are... Read More
What does creating on a Moleskine notebook mean to you?
Bobbie Jo – There is something about them that motivates me to add that extra touch of quality to my work. I have a collection of notebooks and in a way they all have their own use but the work that you find in my Moleskine sketchbooks is just that much better than what you find in my other sketchbooks.
When do you do your best work?
Bobbie Jo – You'll get the best work out of me if it's late at night or very
early morning, my music cranked or a good movie playing, and if I'm
A parting quote to share with everyone?
Bobbie Jo – "All the effort in the world won't matter if you're not inspired."
-Chuck Palahniuk.
Thanks for sharing with us Bobbie Jo!
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About Halo
Halo provides a platform for self-service supply chain planning and data discovery that enables
organizations to grow revenue, gain competitive advantage, and increase customer satisfaction.
At Halo, we want you to be able to manage your whole supply chain more efficiently, not just pieces of it. We bring the power of data, innovative technology, and passionate people to help sales, operations, manufacturing and finance managers quickly and easily gain accurate insight across multiple data sources – both inside and outside the organization – that increase revenue and improve customer satisfaction.
Halo's scalable supply chain intelligence and data discovery platform includes easy-to-use pre-packaged self-service solutions with alerts, what-if modeling, dashboards and predictive analytics for faster and more accurate decisions that bring agility to end-to-end supply chain planning.
Keith Peterson, Ph.D.
President and CEO
Keith is a senior executive with 14 years' experience driving the growth of innovative data and analytics businesses including Experian, Nielsen, and Mitchell ClaimsLab. He was previously COO of Claritas and President of Integras, a division of Claritas. He has published multiple academic works in analytics and Big Data, with a focus on supply chain applications. Keith holds a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. He is currently President and CEO of Halo and board member of Innovare Holdings.
Steve Ungar
VP, Professional Services and Customer Success
Steve has been with Halo since 2013 and currently oversees the Professional Services and Product Management functions. His main responsibilities are defining and creating products that meet our customers' needs, and ensuring they are properly implemented for our customers. Prior to Halo, he held similar roles at companies such as Qualcomm and Nielsen. Steve holds a degree in Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis.
Erin Pavon
VP, Operations
Erin joined Halo in 2013, leading account and finance functions. She later assumed responsibility for talent acquisition, contracts, payroll and compensation functions. Today, Erin manages all general and administrative functions at Halo and spearheads process improvement initiatives. Erin previously worked for Active.com and has a degree from Saint Louis University.
Joseph Tan
VP, Product &
Joseph oversees engineering, operations, business systems and enterprise architecture for Halo. Joseph previously worked as Director of Distributed Analytics and defined Halo's technology vision and underlying roadmap to meet the challenges of Halo's customers and partners. Before joining Halo, Joseph was manager of software development at Navman Wireless and Practice Manager at Hyro Idaptive. Joseph holds a degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Monash University in Australia.
Organizations Halo Supports
Halo Helps is a regionally based program created to assist local community leaders, educators, and organizations that assist underserved areas of San Diego, CA. We partner with nonprofits, non-governmental organizations, and community based organizations. We support organizations and individuals that share our vision with funding, scholarships, expertise, and technology. For information on how to partner with Halo, please submit your inquiry to email@example.com.


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Ethiopia (Abyssinia) (Habesha) has so many incredible places to explore, it is the land of many wonders Ethiopia is a unique destination in Africa it has a proud and long history extending to the known beginnings of human kind. The fossil of our species' earliest known ancestor was found in the Danakil depression in north east of Ethiopia. Recently much older hominid dating back to 4.4million years was discovering in Ethiopia. It is really a land of contrasts and extremes, more than 10 official UNESCO world heritage sites are found in this sacred land. The Tiya Stele , that contain depictions of sward and different symbols ,Lower awash valley ,lower Omo valley and ,konso cultural land scope , fortified historical town of Harre Jugol, the colorful festival of meskel (the finding of the true cross) ,simian national park ,rock hewn churches of lalibela , fasil ghebbi gonder , the holy land of aksum, this all bring Ethiopia the first country in Africa to registered 10 sites in the world heritage class list in the UNESCO . It is a land claiming a history that goes back to the old testament, a land that was Christian before much Europe .the ruins of the queen of sheba's palace (saba) and the towering ruins of Yeha temple of the moon built more than 2500years ago is still found in this land, The Axumite kingdoms was one of the greatest civilizations of the ancient world and has left behind the mystery of the great obelisks and the permanent home to the sacred object of the world " Ark of covenant ".
The Zagwe dynasty dated back late middle ages which testify to great faith and great architectural skills where still found in lalibela, the rock hewn monolithic churches of lalibela is one of the mystery of this world . The medieval city of Gonder with its magnificent castles and build up churches.
One of the oldest and color full city of Harer with its diversity culture has so much more to offer and One who Travel to Ethiopia can find Virtually all face of African culture and its landscapes and much of its wild life .
Ethiopia has many trekking routes even in higher moorlands in the simian and bale mountain national park. You can extend the trek across the Gerealta Mountains, trek in Lalibela –Abuneyesef Park, and explore the dramatic landscapes of Danakil depression.
If one interesting in ancient culture and wild life, you can travel to Savannahs and wetlands of western and south part of Ethiopia.
The image of Ethiopia in most of the world is not what is in the realty, travel to know that Ethiopia is a fascinating place to visit and to travel through. Above all the climate of Ethiopia is so perfect.
Discover the hidden treasure of Ethiopia with us.
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Japan Fair 2020 Committee
Board of Directors:
Yuka Shimizu
Allen Nakamoto
Susumu (Sam) Takahashi
Noriko Palmer
Tsutomu (Tom) Sasaki
Eriko (Elly) Baxter
Hiroko Huntoon
Takayuki Ishikawa
Ryosuke Komori
Kotoku Kurachi
Sumiko Kurachi
Yoshiaki Minegishi
Lynn Miyauchi
Tomio Moriguchi
June Nakamoto
Harry Nomoto
Rakuko Rubin
Akemi Sagawa
Naoko Tajima
Asami Tsuruta
Honorary Advisors:
Yoichiro Yamada
Tom Brooke
Katsuko Brooke
Messages from Community Leaders
Mr. Yoichiro Yamada
- Consul General of Japan
I congratulate Japan Fair in Bellevue for another year of successfully creating was has become an established "must-see summer event" in the community. Unique to Japan Fair is its fascinating blend of showcasing Japanese businesses and culture as a way to glimpse into Japan's past, present and future. The Consulate-General of Japan looks forward to lending our support to the dedicated organizers and volunteers who make this impressive event possible. I am sure that the community is eagerly awaiting Japan Fair 2018 and all that it will have to offer!
Ms. Yuka Shimizu
- Japan Fair 2018 Chair
- Founder and President of Bellevue Children's Academy and Willows Preparatory School
It has been three years since we carried on the legacy of ENMA's Aki Matsuri. Japan Fair introduces a wide range of cultural and educational experiences. We offer everything from traditional Japanese art and culture to modern industries and products, educational experiences for children, and amazing performances and workshops. We brought about 20,000 people to the event last year! Japan Fair is the annual event where individuals, organizations, and community groups come together to celebrate Japanese culture – all in the heart of Bellevue! We continue to show appreciation for previous generations of our Japanese- American community; due to their dedication, we now live in a thriving community. Today we strive to enhance that community for our future generations. Meydenbauer Center is centrally located, accessible to all, and has superior indoor facilities to host our fair. Please bring your family, friends and neighbors to our event!
Mr. Tomio Moriguchi
- Chairman of the Board of Uwajimaya Inc.
Although The USA is land of immigrants of varying generations, it is very important to have knowledge and if possible to have experiences related to our heritage family culture. These unique cultural education and experiences made available at the Aki Matsui provides enduring strength for both our ethnic minority community and a better understanding for the larger whole community. Thank you - Tomio
Mr. Allen Nakamoto
- Japan Fair 2016 Co-chair / Nisei Veterans Committee
While United States and Japan form a cornerstone of the Pacific peace policy, a mutual understanding is vital in this collaboration. The Japan Fair is a special community project to introduce Japan as an advanced developed economy of Asia that treasures its art and culture. The Japan Fair will highlight Japan's technological advancement while it maintains its social balance and promote its traditional art. Japan is a neighbor across the Pacific and the Japan Fair hope to show some familiarity and uniqueness of the culture. Over 100 years of Immigration from Japan have brought many familiar arts, crafts and customs to the Pacific North West. We hope that the Japan Fair will open up new opportunities to learn and to grow for all visitors and exhibitors.
Mr. Susumu (Sam) Takahashi
- Partner, Sushi Kashiba at Pike Place Market
It is my great pleasure to do volunteer work for our community particularly to do with Japan-America friendship and respecting each other through better understanding of different cultures and backgrounds. I am New Issei came to Seattle in 1970 and have worked for hospitality business all my life in the United States and in Japan. After once retired, I worked volunteer at Bellevue Senior Center in the kitchen and many charity events for fundraising. Where I stand here today is because of our ancestors taught us the importance of human values and legacy. I appreciate it for this opportunity.
Ms. Akemi Sagawa
- Founder, Five Senses Foundation
I used to look forward to Aki Matsuri every fall. The event, with special guests from Japan, always gave me an opportunity to learn about new aspects of Japan's culture. I also enjoyed the comfort food as well as finding bargain books at flea market. Many thanks to Mr. Tom Brooke for his years of dedication for Aki Matsuri, and to Ms Yuka Shimizu for taking over the long tradition and taking it further as Japan Fair.
Eriko (Elly) Baxter
- Founder & Attorney, Baxter Law International PLLC
While born and raised in Japan, my time in US law school in the early 2000s provided me with a great opportunity to learn about ethnicity and Japanese communities in the US, now and in the past, from a legal perspective. Being a mother of two children born in the US, I naturally became passionate about the pursuit of mutual understanding between different cultures. Japan Fair has become a unique event for introducing Japan's many virtues. While celebrating our refined and sophisticated traditions, it also delivers the hottest trends in Japan such as AI, robotics, and wildly popular Japanese cartoons and animations. It is my great honor to be part of Japan Fair, which connects our past, present, and future with both traditional and modern culture and makes it all available to the public.


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You've learned to summon a more diverse array of monsters.
Prerequisite(s): Knowledge (arcana) 1 rank, Knowledge (planes) 1 rank.
Benefit(s): Pick any two simple monster templates from the following list: aerial, aqueous, chthonic, dark, fiery, or primordial.
When you summon one or more creatures that would normally be available with the celestial, entropic, fiendish, or resolute template using a summon monster spell (or an effect that mimics such a spell), you can instead apply one of the chosen templates to each creature. You can apply a different template to each creature you summon.
Special: You can select this feat more than once. Each time you do, you can choose an additional two templates.
Pathfinder Player Companion: Monster Summoner's Handbook © 2015, Paizo Inc.; Authors: Alexander Augunas, Tyler Beck, Anthony Li, Luis Loza, David N. Ross, Owen K.C. Stephens, and Linda Zayas-Palmer.


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The 2000s saw an explosion in Texas Hip Hop. The influence of the Lone Star State could be heard on every radio and seen on every TV across the country. One of the artists at the forefront of that movement is Houston's freestyle king, Lil Flip.
With over 23 million records sold, the Cloverland G helped to firmly plant H-Town's flag in Hip Hop. Lil Flip recently stopped by the DXHQ to chat with the #DXLive team about Houston's culture being taken, his mentor DJ Screw, how he's making a difference in his hometown and five new pieces of music he's releasing over the next five months.
01 King feat. Big-T, Freon Icy Cold, Zaymar & Valorie
02 Winners Circle
03 Oh Naw feat. Troy Ave & Freon Icy Cold
04 Respect Royalty
05 Fly 4 No Reason feat. Deadend Redd
06 Closest Thing 2 Pimp-C
07 Paper Flip feat. BeatKing
08 Greatness
09 U Aint Gotta Lie 2 Kick It feat. DJ Sam Hoody & OJ da Juiceman
10 Beat It feat. King Lil G & Tehz
11 Wraith Man
12 Baller feat. Big-T
13 Vision
14 All U Need 2 Know feat. Bun B, Deadend Redd, Dough Boy Sauce & Risko Beats
15 Opportunity Knocks feat. Freon Icy Cold
16 Club King feat. Big-T
17 B.I.T.M. feat. MJG & Freon Icy Cold
18 Money Moves feat. MoneyBagg Yo & Deadend Redd
19 Self Explanatory feat. Gangsta Boo
20 Baller (DJ Seb Remix) feat. Big-T