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I'm excited to share my newest work for SATB Choir: High Flight!
High Flight
I'm excited to share my newest work for SATB Choir: High Flight!
I'm excited to share my newest work for SATB Choir: High Flight!
If you didn't know, I'm a member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia – the world's oldest and largest social fraternity in music. I believe we are the third fastest growing fraternity of any kind – which is crazy! This is an organization that has given me so much throughout my years here at Northwestern, not only in the form of great brotherhood among the brothers here at Iota Chapter, but also through meeting many other brothers of Phi Mu Alpha across the country. One of the opportunities for making these national connections is the annual Leadership Institute, held in Evansville, Indiana, where our headquarters is located. Having participated last year, I was excited to be a part of this experience again – but this time, I registered for the parallel, more music-focused Ultimate Musical Experience (UME).
I knew that the UME would entail singing in the Men of Song Chorus, as I had done last year, but this year it was different. The music was more challenging, we had more time slotted for rehearsal, and the other lecture and seminar type activities were all geared towards becoming a better musician instead of general leadership. Many were specifically geared towards becoming a better music director, which was perfect since I'll be taking on that roll in the upcoming fall with my own Iota Chapter.
I especially enjoyed being able to participate in the choral conducting masterclass run by the amazing Chase Moore – one of the co-directors of our choir this year who also happens to be an unbelievably talented piano player. I had fond memories of us getting to know each other last year and I was very excited that I had been selected to participate in his conducting masterclass. In fact, it turned out that this masterclass was exactly what I needed at this stage in my music directorship, as I was able to mostly hold my own in directing the choir with Chase alongside me giving me some specific tips and possibilities for improvement that I could really latch onto and work on in the future. At the end of the institute, I even got a chance to conduct all of the leadership institute participants in a fraternity song that I quite enjoy!
Overall, I had another fantastic year at Leadership Institute/UME. These are definitely the types of experiences that stay with you to better you not only as a musician, but as a person in general. Here's a photo of me along with our national president, national executive director, and a few other friends from my province!
On and ever upward!
The Contemporary Music Ensemble at Northwestern played a piece I wrote!
The concert was on May 5th, almost a month ago, so this post is a little late, but I definitely wanted to discuss the experience. I knew that I would be writing for this ensemble since around this time last year, but of course like a true college student I didn't start working on the piece until about a month before the deadline. Turned out not to be the greatest plan since my spring was loaded with other music that I had to write for my senior recital and a reading for the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, but I managed to finish the piece and submit it in time.
The rehearsals were a great experience, as they always are, and I learned a lot – I say that for every rehearsal of my music, but it's true! This one was a bit different, I must say, since it was the first time a major Bienen ensemble put on a work of mine at a concert. Moving up in the world! It was an absolute delight to work with conductor and friend Taichi, who shaped my piece wonderfully.
The main takeaways from the experience was not, however, during the rehearsal process. It occurred after the concert, when everyone was still milling about the concert hall. Out of nowhere, someone I had never met before came up to me and told me she "absolutely loved" the piece. As a composition student who studies in a school of music, constantly surrounded by friends, it had been a very long time since a complete stranger had told me they loved my music. It felt great, and reaffirmed the feeling that hey, maybe I can do this.
A bit afterwards, as I was congratulating Taichi, I had to fortune of finally being introduced to Maestro Yampolsky – the director of orchestras at Northwestern. He's quite a notorious figure in the world of Bienen, and I hadn't expected to meet him in this context, so I was quite intimidated at first (what if he hated my music?). But as it turns out, he really liked it! That was just such a nice unexpected addition to the night that once again helped lift my spirits.
Overall, I'm extremely glad I had the opportunity to write for such a great group of musicians. Here's hoping that I get another chance next year!
Landscapes recording is up! I'm very proud of this work that I was able to bring to life with a group of incredible musicians. You can find it here:
Program Notes and Ensemble:
Landscapes (2017)
Landscapes is in part a summation of my experience here at Northwestern and in part a love letter to the world of wind ensemble music, both of which have contributed largely to my persona and have nurtured me in times of need. Each movement was titled after a location that has inspired or resonated with me in some way. Each location was chosen to represent a certain aspect of my time at Northwestern.
I. Route 13 (Streetlights Highway at Night)
The titular highway is one that runs through my home town of Ithaca NY. It traverses from the heights of uptown, where I spent most of my formative years, to downtown, where my high school lies. This highway sits directly on the East side of the valley and is flanked by the beautiful Cayuga Lake. Its steepness allows for some beautiful views of the lights of Ithaca at night. However, the scene that mesmerized me the most is not the glittering lights of the city itself, but rather the regular and rhythmic visual created by the streetlights as I remember them during my thoughtful drives just before coming to Northwestern. This movement represents the beginnings of my college experiences. I tried to capture the excitement and wide-eyed optimism that I felt during my first year as I explored the newfound opportunities and freedoms. Quotes of the Ithaca High School Alma Mater can be heard in snippets, composed by friend and colleague Michael Stern.
II. The Mountains
My first trips to the west coast can be directly attributed to my involvement with the band program here at Northwestern. The majesty and awe of witnessing true desert mountains up close for the first time was a powerful experience. With this movement I hope to convey the strength and resilience of the friendships and other interpersonal connections I have cultivated throughout my time at Northwestern, which I hope will keep as steady as those very mountains. I dedicate this movement to the brothers of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and their unyielding support.
III. The Cold, Dark Lake
For all its opportunities and vitality, the Northwestern campus can sometimes become a difficult and stressful place. Many students struggle with academic and social pressures that can often become overwhelming. It is a side of college not frequently discussed, yet extremely important to viewing the experience as a whole. This movement is my attempt at depicting some of my own struggles in this area. It is largely inspired by Lake Michigan, which during the day, can appear so calm and beautiful, yet become a cold and dangerous vastness at night.
IV. Stargazing from Skyscrapers
This movement is inspired by "The First Poem in the Imaginary Book" by Sarah Kay and "The Old Astronomer" by Sarah Williams, and is dedicated to Lauren Barmore. It is a recomposition of my previous piece "Stars of the Old Astronomer."
V. Interlude
This movement serves as a short interlude, referencing much of the material from the first movement. This movement serves as my connection to the musical aspects of this university, by quoting melodies from The Waa-Mu Show and the university Alma Mater.
VI. The City of Lights
There is an image that is perhaps the most strikingly poignant visual that I have witnessed in the past four years, which has seared itself into my memory. When driving Southwest on Illinois I-55 just after crossing the Des Plains River, most signs of civilization disappear almost as far as they eye can see. At night, this portion of the drive is surrounded by complete darkness, with the resounding exception of an incredibly beautiful array of glistening lights situated to the East of the highway. The large complex of yellow and orange lights and illuminated pipes on the backdrop of hazy smoke and pitch darkness resembled a city, alive and filled with hope. I remember being transfixed at the sight through the window of the back seat. I later learned that this was an oil field – the juxtaposition of the industrial and gritty reality of the place during the day against the majesty of the sight at night only added to the striking nature of that memory.
With this final movement I hope to capture the hopeful yet uncertain feeling that I have towards my future after Northwestern, and all of the complex emotions that accompanied my fourth year.
Joon Park
Jane Carpenter
Julia Clipper
Christine Kim
Nate Pham
Jasper Igusa
Dallas Turner
Haley Kost
Victoria Lynn
Emily Manheimer
Jose Martinez
Theo Mavrakis
Jazmin Yuen
Bass Clarinet
Jintae Park
Katie Muñoz
Danielle Pindar
Leo Aguilar
Janos Csontos
Steven Liu
Aidan Manaligod
Karen Zhang
Joe Brozek
Jennifer Hepp
Sean Whitworth
Scott Beck
John Girotto
Ian Shaw
Helen Wargelin
Kenton Campbell
Sean Holly
Aneesh Kumar
Lena Piazza-Leman
Matthew Kundler
Sander Schierer
Haley De Boom
Tarun Bellur
Austin Busch
Issac Frank
Thomas Wolff
Sometimes you have had a long week, perhaps a tiring day to cap it all off, and all you want to do is just come home, let all your worries go for an hour or two, and just do something that relaxes you. That's exactly what I did this evening – come back home, throw down my backpack, and just put on some good old Aurora Awakes.
But this time, it was a little different. A few days ago, I'd learned to my great surprise that the full score of John Mackey's Aurora Awakes had been added to the Northwestern music library's collection! I had been wanting to see a paper copy of this score for quite a long time now and I immediately raced to the library to check it out. I hadn't had the time to really open it up and dig into it until today, but man, am I glad that I went and got that score.
When I started the recording, I expected a few things as I often do when I listen to a piece with the score in front of me. I expected to find some things that I would never have noticed had I not been looking at the score, some things that I would not have expected to be notated as such, and some things that make me go "Ah, so that's how you write that sound." These are all reasons why I try to listen to my favorite wind ensemble scores with the score: it teaches me quite a lot. But this time, it was more than just the pockets on knowledge here and there. Aurora Awakes has always been one of those listening experiences that had a noticeable affect on me – sometimes calming me, sometimes exciting me, and sometimes instilling in me a sense of "man, I wish I could write like this." This time, in a special way that I can't quite describe, the listening experience was more of a journey than anything else. I felt like I was truly being enveloped by the music, and that I could begin to see glimpses of Mackey's thoughts and intentions throughout the piece. Familiar melodies, motifs, and sections leaped out at me in a whole new light, and it was as if the score was speaking to me, saying "look at all these wonderful ways in which he has orchestrated us."
I've never had a score listening experienced feel quite like that before. Perhaps it's the relief after a long week, perhaps it's because I just love this piece so damn much, I don't really know. But it definitely felt special enough for me to have to sit down and write about it. I'm not sure if that'll ever happen again, and that's okay. Whatever the case, I'll still keep on learning more and more every time I go through that piece. What I do know for sure is that these are the moments that make us say "this is why we do music."
John Mackey, thank you for bringing this incredibly majestic work of art into the world. I wish I could write half as well as you do one day.
Simply wow.
I still am still processing the fact that my recital just happened – not only happened, but the fact that so many of my friends, family, and mentors came out to listen to what I had prepared. It's absolutely crazy to think that an undergrad could get a wind ensemble of almost 40 music majors together and rehearse/conduct them in a piece that he himself wrote. I still can't quite believe that I was able to pull it off.
I'm no newcomer to setting a high bar for myself, but what an ambitious undertaking that was. And after the recital went as smoothly as it did, I am absolutely overwhelmed by a sense of gratitude. I simply cannot express in words how thankful I am to so many people. I actually couldn't go to sleep last night because of the blanket of feeling that comforted me, knowing that I have friends who support and care about me, parents who love me, and people who enjoy my work. I have never in my life felt such a tide of emotion – still high from the happiness of it all, so thankful, so glad.
A few people deserve some special thanks, so here they are:
First and foremost my parents, without whom I would not be able to attend this incredible institution of fine musicians. They flew all the way out from Ithaca to see my recital and set up the reception! I thank them from the bottom of my heart for their constant support.
To all of the players who played not only in the Landscapes ensemble but also in the Oboe Concerto – it was an honor and a privilege to work with you all. You guys are all amazing musicians and if someone told me musicians of this caliber would be playing my music just three years ago, I would not have believed them. I am so thankful that they were patient with my conducting as I learned on the podium, and thus I, in turn, was able to grow tremendously as a musician.
A million worlds of thanks to DaJuan B, who supported this crazy undertaking from the very beginning and taught me how to be a better conductor – without him I would not have been able to put the Landscapes ensemble together, nor rehearse them. Thank you for giving me the confidence to step onto that podium and believe that I could do this. You absolutely did not have to spend so much of your time and effort being at all the rehearsals, helping set up, and so much more, but you did anyway and it means the world to me.
Sarah K. – without you, the Oboe Concerto would not have happened. Thanks a million for putting together that ensemble. I probably would have lost my sanity if I had to put together both ensembles myself.
Thomas W. and Austin B. – We had a difficult time organizing the percussionists but you guys stepped up and put the section together, so thank you for that. Austin, thank you for helping prepare those parts and being so supportive!
Jasper I. – Thank you for championing my work! I'm so honored to have such a great oboist perform my concerto. You are such a positive delight to work with, and I hope to be able to again before I graduate.
John G. – Thanks for always keeping my mood up and for all those encouraging words. I was so glad to have you as a part of the ensemble and thanks for always being willing to help set!
Daniel C. for giving me many of the resources I need to put this recital together – thank you for being there, it means a lot that you would attend!
To all my brothers in Phi Mu Alpha that came out last night – you guys are all incredible peers that inspire me every day. It meant the world to me that you all supported my work.
Scott B. My friend and brother, who's been there with me from day 1 of college… it is so fitting that you would be the cornerstone of my senior recital. It would have been a crime if I didn't ask the one band geek that can match me for my wind ensemble geekdom to play for a wind ensemble piece I wrote. Without you, in so many ways, this piece would still just be an idea. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you've done for me.
And of course, all of my mentors along the way who have made me who I am today, especially my composition teacher Alex Mincek for supporting me in this undertaking even though he knew it would be an ambitious challenge, and my high school band director Nicki Zawel, who has always been an incredible inspiration in the world of music.
If you weren't able to attend, you can find the recital recording below. Hope you enjoy!
Well… that happened.
It really is a privilege and an honor to be at Northwestern university, where an undergraduate composition student can decide to put on an wind ensemble piece on his senior recital and actually make it happen. It's still a bit hard to believe – that I could stand in front of a group of incredible talented musicians and rehearse them through a piece of music I wrote. I'm just so incredibly thankful and I feel so fortunate to be supported by so many great friends.
The first rehearsal for my wind ensemble piece (to be performed at my senior recital next weekend) went pretty well. We were able to run through the entire piece (all six movements) in the first half, and was able to hit some trouble spots more specifically in the second half. Thanks to a conductor/teacher friend of mine who actually does this stuff for a living, I had some great conducting guidance. I learned a lot just today, not only about what I can actually do as a musician but also about the things I need to improve (being expressive while conducting mixed meter is hard!). On the composing side, I feel like I'm starting to get a much better grasp of what wind ensemble writing really is. This piece is by far the longest piece of music I've written (if you count all the movements together), and I feel like I have grown so much as a composer in the process.
And the best part… there's still SO much more learning left to do! Two more rehearsals until the recital. Hope you'll join us!
Spring quarter is upon us, and my senior recital is just around the corner! It would be wonderful to see everyone there. I will be premiering two new works – a concert for oboe and string quartet, and a multi-movement wind ensemble work that is near and dear to my heart. You can find the Facebook event here.
A few very quick updates:
I finished my concerto for oboe and string quartet! It's called Strangers, Shadows, and Desert Wanderers. It'll be premiered at my upcoming senior recital. Speaking of which…
My senior recital date is confirmed! April 15, at 8:30pm. More details on that to come soon.
I'm officially the composer for Northwestern University's Applause for a Cause for its 2017 feature length film. Applause for a Cause is Northwestern University's only student run annual feature length film production, and I'm very excited to be composing for The Helsings this year. Applause for a Cause donates their proceeds to a charity each year, so I'm exciting to be composing for a good cause.
That's it for now!


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May 3 – 9, 2015 is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Week.
May 7, 2015 is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day.
School is a struggle for many children with mental health needs. It is also a great place to nurture good mental health; learning important skills in a positive, understanding environment contributes significantly to good mental health. This Green Ribbon has become the symbol for Children's Mental Health Awareness.
Resources for Children's Mental Health Awareness Week:

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Daniel Taub recently Israelis have commemorated Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Day), Yom Hazikaron (Remembrance Day for Israeli soldiers), Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) and Yom Yerushalyim (Jerusalem Day). These days are the first new days to be added to the Jewish calendar in the last 2000 years. Jews are re-entering history.In the rubble of the Warsaw Ghetto was found a JNF blue-and-white box. The people sent to the Warsaw Ghetto were told only to take their most valued possessions with them, so this must have been included among a family's most valued possessions.Israel is a miracle - a miracle with a fair number of challenges.The demonstrators outside are a group of people that has wiped Israel off the map. Their maps do not show Israel.Tzipi Livni is the woman who has done more to try to reach peace than anyone he can think of.SUMMARY OF SPEECH BY SAMUEL HAYEK, CHAIR OF JNF UKJNF is turning the desert green and building new communities. It is improving the lives of all residents of the Negev, regardless of their backgrounds. Israeli farmers in the Negev are facing daily attacks. JNF is the glue that binds Anglo-Jewry to the State of Israel.We face a relentless, well-organised and well-funded propaganda war to delegitimise Israel.He is delighted to see that the Israeli Bedouin diplomat Ismail Khaldi is in the audience tonight.It is not for our communal leaders to openly criticise the elected government of Israel. It is both irresponsible and unjustified to criticise Israel. The Israeli government has made tremendous efforts to achieve peace.He is proud and privileged to welcome Tzipi Livni, who will be interviewed by Douglas Murray after her speech.SUMMARY OF SPEECH BY TZIPI LIVNI, JUSTICE MINISTER OF ISRAELDaniel Taub referred to days in the recent past, but she wants to refer to yesterday: May 14th, which she personally regards as Yom Ha'atzmaut. May 14th is the day that Ben-Gurion declared the establishment of Israel as a Jewish state. Her parents were the first couple to get married in the State of Israel, on May 14th 1948. Her parents met, very romantically, while robbing a British money train in order to get money to buy weapons - as the Minister of Justice, she feels a bit embarrassed at telling us this. Both were in prison and they both escaped from prison. They were in the Irgun. Her parents were freedom-fighters, not terrorists. She is not willing to accept the comparison between freedom fighters who do not want to incur civilian casualties and those who attack civilians. She is very proud that she made decisions to defend her own people against terrorists. She has put her own "Wanted" picture on her wall at home, next to the "Wanted" picture of her father that was issued by the British.There is no hope of peace with Hamas. They may be prepared to accept Israel's actual existence within the 1967 borders, but they refuse to accept Israel's right to exist and they refuse to renounce violence. She felt frustrated, even angry when Abbas signed the reconciliation agreement with Hamas.Israel is facing threats. We live in a tough neighbourhood. We need to recreate the Zionist vision of a secure Jewish and democratic State. What does it mean to be a Jewish State? It means keeping Jewish values, but does not mean giving a monopoly to the Orthodox parties (loud audience applause). It means giving rights to minorities in accordance with our Jewish values. It means fighting hate crimes, fighting for equal rights for all, but it also means that Israel is the nation-state of the whole Jewish people.She is the chief negotiator in the peace talks. Her parents believed in Greater Israel. This is engraved on their tombstones. But we need the Jewish majority. We need two states for two peoples. This is the only way we can be a Jewish and democratic State. Giving everyone Israeli citizenship means that Israel could become an Arab or binational State.Oslo was a failure because the final status issues were not addressed and left till later. We need the entire package and the end of the conflict. We need to tackle all the final status issues. We have a legal and moral right to the entire land, but her choice is for Israel as a Jewish and democratic State. Any Israeli leader has difficult decisions to make. We built more and more settlements, but they take up only a small percentage of the West Bank. We left Gaza but got only terror in return - so any agreement needs to take security into consideration.We need two States for two peoples. Each State will provide an answer to the national aspirations of each people. In 1947, the UN decided for a Jewish State and an Arab state - in fact, not a Palestinian State (sounds of agreement from the audience). Israel provides the answer for the entire Jewish people. Israel is the nation-state of the Jewish people. The creation of the Palestinian State will be the answer to the Palestinian problem. It will be the answer for the Palestinian refugees. It will also be the answer for the Palestinians within Israel. They will have equal rights as Israeli citizens, but their national aspirations will be fulfilled in the Palestinian State.Defining borders: we need to annex the blocs of settlements. The Palestinians will need some land in compensation.The future Palestinian State will be demilitarised. We need to define what this means.Jerusalem and the holy places: another difficult question to negotiate.She feels that she is negotiating on behalf of the Jewish people, not only on behalf of the State of Israel.Secretary of State Kerry is a man who is not willing to take no for an answer.In July last year, they agreed on confidence-building measures. Israel agreed to release prisoners and the Palestinians agreed not to go to the UN Conventions to use them against Israel.Building settlements was not against Israel's agreement with the US.There needed to be compromises on both sides. There were problems with releasing the last tranche of prisoners and we asked Abu Mazen to wait till we could release them. But he refused to wait and went to the UN. How would you feel if you were about to pay a debt but had a few problems and asked the debtor to wait a little while and he refused? Israeli compromises are not all that is needed. The Palestinians need to make compromises too. (Loud audience applause).There is a huge gap between Israel as it is and the image of Israel abroad.She will end with a story that Arik Sharon once told her. When he was a small child, he was working with his grandmother in a field. He said: "Stop - I'm so tired and there is so much more to do". She said: "Instead of looking ahead to see how much we have to do, look back and see what we have achieved."TZIPI LIVNI INTERVIEWED BY DOUGLAS MURRAYMURRAY:It's wonderful to have you back in London. But after what you have said, how can we hope for peace?LIVNIIn 2005, Abu Mazen told Condi Rice that Hamas would only get 20 per cent of the vote in the Palestinian elections. But Hamas won.People say: how can you negotiate with Abu Mazen when he doesn't represent all the Palestinians? This may seem a contradiction of our refusal to negotiate with him after his reconciliation with Hamas. But Abu Mazen himself would say that he really represents all the Palestinians. And Hamas brings in the religious perspective. Abu Mazen only brings in the national perspective. Hamas needs to accept the right of Israel to exist and to renounce violence.But the peace talks are not over. There is only a pause.I have doubts that the PA and Hamas will create a government.MURRAYThere is a lot of fatigue about the peace process. How do you break through that fatigue?LIVNIThe vast majority of Israelis support two states for two peoples. But some think there is no partner for peace. Many Israelis have been born into this situation. Some think it can't change. I joined politics in 1995 and left two years ago. In the last election, no-one was talking about peace - only social problems. But the price of peace is less than the price of not making these decisions. The world is going to turn against us more and more unless we make these decisions.MURRAYYou are quoted as saying recently that "the settlements make it impossible to defend Israel around the world." Do you still think this?LIVNIAs a young girl, I celebrated the settlements. One vision is Greater Israel. Those who want this are in the minority. The majority of Israelis believe in two states for two peoples. We are asked: "why do you build in places that will not be part of the State?". A settler said to me recently: "You are going to reach the point of no return, when you can't remove the settlements".MURRAYWhy does the BBC go on about settlements but says nothing about Hamas indoctrination of children to kill Jews?LIVNIIsrael is a small state surrounded by enemies. The BBC sees Israeli soldiers and tanks threatening Palestinian children. They do not see the big picture of Israel as the David threatened by the Goliath of the region. Thank God, Israel is strong, but we are the David of the region.AUDIENCE QUESTIONSOnly a few were allowed. They included:1) How much freedom did you have in the negotiations?*LIVNINetanyahu's representative was in the room. At first I found this difficult, but we are partners now.2) What is Israel doing about Iran getting the bomb?Livni never actually answered this and the meeting was closed.
There were actually 4 questions allowed but two of them were too mad for my man to note. One was leaning in the direction of the international community abolishing the concept of human rights and the other claimed that Israel is the size of London (which might be true in population terms but even London has clearer boundaries than Israel) so why can't those enormous Arab states take in "their own".
*That was Jonothan Hoffman.


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February nomeromania 18 - Noritake Takahara, 1976
In 1976 the Formula 1 calendar appeared Grand Prix of Japan, and landed the whole landing of the Japanese pilots, the most successful of which was a 25-year-old Noritake Takahara on the car under the number "18".Takahara has played in the Japanese leagues, he won the Japanese Formula 2000 the prototype of the current Superformula. In 1976 he was one of four Japanese pilots who decided to try his hand at the first home Grand Prix.One of their cars that Takahara gave the team Surtees, which according to the results of the championship took place, usually at the end of the first ten. In qualifying Noritake showed 24th result, becoming the third among the Japanese. But in the race he was the best among compatriots, finished ninth with a lag of three circles.
Williams Sirotkin coped with the tests
Sergey Sirotkin took part in tyre tests in Abu Dhabi in the Williams. Technical Director of the team Paddy Lowe praised the results of the Russian pilot.Paddy Lowe "Sergey good, we haven't worked with him before, not counting the simulator a few weeks ago. He's a promising pilot, very disciplined and Mature. He did a great job with the tests, providing excellent feedback. We are very happy."For incomplete test-day Sirotin drove 86 circles, and showed 10-th result. However, unlike rivals, Sergei worked on the harder tyre, the Soft.Sergey Sirotkin "Good, busy day. During the races we tried almost all the rubber composition of the following year, with the exception of the mildest. Working with empty and full tanks for short and long sessions. Have noted the difference between sets of this year and preparations for next season. In the near future we together with the team will conduct a detailed analysis collected during tests of information".
Sebastian Vettel ashamed of the last season
The Ferrari pilot Sebastian Vettel admitted that he was ashamed of the results of the last season.Sebastian Vettel "We finished second there where I was supposed to be the first. These races this year were too many, so I am ashamed of the final results of the season. I'm going to train. Any holidays, I will work on myself and prepare for the next year."Earlier, Vettel said he will skip the traditional Race of Champions for the next season.
Valtteri Bottas In Brazil, I also won the qualification
Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas is not very happy with the fact that won the qualification in Abu Dhabi.Valtteri Bottas "I am thankful for my family who came with me on this Grand Prix. This support means a lot to me. I was able to add to that last fast circle, completely controlling what is happening on the track. I showed a good time, but not the maximum. But it was enough for victory.However, in Brazil, I was also able to win in qualifying, but lost on Sunday. So I'm not too happy about this result. So tomorrow after the race and will look at the results of the Grand Prix. In the meantime, I'm going to focus on the race".
Carlos Sainz debut in the Renault was great
His debut race in the Renault Carlos Sainz finished in seventh position - a good result.Carlos Sainz "the debut of the Renault was great With each new round I felt more confident in the car and attacked at the limit of its capabilities. I was able to fight with the pilots Force India, although previously they were inaccessible to the Renault. One car I even surpassed.This weekend went smoothly. I helped the team, so I quickly adapted to the new machine. I am pleased with the results of the weekend and I want to thank every employee of Renault".
Sebastian Vettel It was a very difficult day
The Ferrari pilot Sebastian Vettel in the practice of the United States Grand Prix showed the third time, but the German is unhappy with the results of the day.Sebastian Vettel "It was a difficult day, not easy session, but the machine is fast, so we don't need to worry too much about it. The only fastest lap, which I drove, was on the Ul.Before that I made a mistake, too risky and too early turning. The track was quite slippery and I lost the rear under braking part. So we lost a set of tires, and then, by the end of the session, I felt that the machine something is wrong. We checked it a couple of times, and now we are in the car and Troubleshooting. I need to find a rhythm and make sure everything is in order".
Lewis Hamilton the Car works better than in Malaysia
Lewis Hamilton was pleased with the results of the first day of the Grand Prix of Japan. In the first practice Mercedes driver showed the second result, the second - first.Lewis Hamilton "Good day. The machine here works better than in Malaysia. I am glad that in the first practice, got to work on a dry track. The day was raining, but we checked the operation of the machine, as in Malaysia, on a wet track it was not effective enough.Here patient fans. They waited the whole session when we get out on the track. Even and for that reason I left the boxes - we had to give them a show.
The success of Honda make McLaren look silly
The head of McLaren Zac brown admits that the team management will look foolish if Honda will make a huge step forward in 2018.After three years of unsuccessful work with a Japanese company McLaren refused to cooperate with Honda by signing a new contract with Renault.Zach brown "Obviously, if Honda start winning in 2018, but we don't, then we'll look stupid. But I think the one who makes the big decisions, should be able to take the results of these decisions.I think that in the moment when you take any decision, always there is an element of "what if I'm wrong". But I think that everyone has contributed to this decision, it was a group. Have given it difficult.It's like Indianapolis. Some of them said, "What if the race in Monaco will be our good opportunity" But, fortunately, Alonso drove well in the United States, and Jenson button started the race from the pit lane. We must look forward, not backward".
Sebastian Vettel allowed to start the race
The Ferrari pilot Sebastian Vettel due to problems with the power plant had passed no one fast lap in qualifying and not formally qualified.However, the stewards Grand Prix of Malaysia took into account the results of the German shows on Friday and Saturday practices, and made it to the start in the race. To start four-time champion will be either the last or from the pit lane.Most likely, Ferrari will take advantage of the situation and will replace Vettel all the elements of the power plant.
Stoffel Vandorn I lost power
The pilot of McLaren Stoffel Vandorn claimed the points, but fizzled out of the race Grand Prix of Italy due to engine problems.Stoffel Vandorn "I know only that the engine lost power, so I had to go the distance. It's like yesterday, and it's a shame because my car was brand new engine. This is not the first time we have encountered such problems. It's a shame, because we could fight for points. I hope, in Singapore the situation is more favorable. I put a lot of work this weekend, had the car a good speed, so it's a shame that we have lost two machines.Perhaps in Singapore, I will have another penalty for a replacement motor, although we do not know exactly what was our problem today, despite the fact that it looks like the same problem yesterday. We'll have to wait and see the results of the work with the power plant".
Fernando Alonso We are not pleased.
The pilot of McLaren Fernando Alonso has said that his team cannot be satisfied with the results of the season.Fernando Alonso "As a team, we can't be satisfied with the season. We often took place in the third round of qualifying last year, and the ninth and tenth place were our average results.Personally for me it was a very good season. The cars of season 2017 helped me back to my style of piloting, I feel a lot more competitive than in previous years, I feel competitive on any track.I had the unique experience in the Indy 500, it was fantastic. I'm happy with the first half of the season".
Gerhard Berger does Not judge the test results
The ex-pilot of Formula 1 Gerhard Berger said that it is not necessary to seriously consider the results of the tests, especially to look at the final times.Gerhard Berger "the Teams use different strategies. For example, in the McLaren every time I sent Lando Norris with empty tanks on the track. This explains its excellent time.I think my nephew Lucas was able to show that he is capable of good results. However, his career is complicated by the fact that Mercedes decided left DTM. Don't think that Lucas should go to Formula. Personally I don't like that there is need to change from machine to machine. And I personally will do everything to DTM left and after 2019".
Luca Giotto I am grateful to Williams
Test driver at Williams Luca Giotto on the results of the tests in Hungary was on the 11-th position.Luca Giotto "I am sincerely grateful to the Williams team for this wonderful day. I was dreaming about Formula 1 since the day he first arrived at the start of the race. I had no idea that the reality would be many times better than my dreams.I saw that the team was happy with my results, and it means that my work was not in vain. Everything we now have experienced, worked. When performing the direct task, I tried to get used to this technique".
Nicholas Latifi the Heat was strong
Test-pilot of Renault Nicholas Latifi on the results of the tests in Hungary was on 7-th position.Nicholas Latifi "it's Cool that I managed to get behind the wheel of cars of Formula 1. Yes, it was very hot, but after testing for Pirelli in Barcelona I really wanted to get back behind the wheel.The car has excellent handling, I was able to give the team good feedback. Sorry for the lost time due to the replacement of the engine, but the mechanics coped with the task, and I returned to the track at the end of the day.Sorry that I missed you so much, but the rest of the day was rich".
Daniil Kvyat it's a Shame, because today was good
The pilot Toro Rosso Daniel Quat commented on the results of the qualification, where he showed the 13-th result, and the penalty for locking lance Stroll.Daniil Kvyat "sorry, I was fined three positions on the starting grid of tomorrow's race, and I have to start with 16-th position. There was some misunderstanding, and I didn't know that someone was approaching from behind, and now we got a penalty for blocking another car.It's a shame, because today was good our speed in General and my feeling from the machine was OK, even despite the fact that in the course of qualification has changed little balance. Before getting into the third segment I was just a few tenths, but overall we were roughly where expected to be.The thrill of the machine I have is good enough, and now all that remains for me to hope for is unusual, eventful race, because otherwise then it will be difficult to overtake. Of course, we will do everything in our power try to preserve the rubber, and then see where we are at the finish".
Riccardo Daniel I can't complain about this day
Pilot Red Bull Daniel Riccardo in the practice of the Hungarian Grand Prix showed the best result.Riccardo Daniel "I can't complain about this day, after two sessions spent at altitude. We obviously were able to get their updates, full commitment, all works very well. We know that this track is normally good for us, so it was important to come here, to extract everything possible from the car and make sure the updates did their job. All this will allow us to fight for a possible victory. To be a leader on the results of the tests are nice, but this does not mean that further we will not be able to fight for the same results. On the contrary, long races showed that we have good pace.I'm sure other teams tomorrow will succeed, but we will be able to add. Qualification will be difficult, but that result depends on the result of the struggle for victory. I will go to the finals as fast as I can".
Sebastian Vettel the Car feels the road well
The Ferrari pilot Sebastian Vettel on the results of the qualification Grand Prix of great Britain was in third position.Sebastian Vettel "It's incredible. The car feels the road just fine. I enjoyed it. Tomorrow I will try to achieve victory.Yesterday, we were satisfied with the work machine, today we were happy with their speed, and tomorrow we hope that everything will go just incredibly well. Like that we celebrated the victory. If I was not blocked in the course of the last fast lap, I could climb a little higher, but the pole position is hardly challenged.
Robert Kubica will once again sit behind the wheel of a Renault
According to the BBC, the leadership of the team Renault was satisfied with the results of the tests of Robert Kubica and willing to provide the Polish pilot another chance.As told the representatives of the French team, in the simulator Kubica showed results comparable to the results of the combat pilot Nico Hulkenberg. However, on a real track you have difficulty with a damaged hand.It is not excluded that Kubica will take part in the youth tests after the Grand Prix of Hungary.
Sergio Perez it's a Shame to go the distance
The pilot Force India Sergio Perez went the distance of the race Grand Prix of Azerbaijan after a failed attack by a teammate.Sergio Perez "it's a Pity to quit the race, especially after we realized that we could win this race. The team did a great job during this weekend, and we deserved much more than just points. I had nothing to do to avoid the accident. It's a shame that it all happened with my teammate. Other contenders scored good points.We will need to discuss the situation in the team and to make sure this doesn't happen again. We are responsible for the results of the team. It was important just to reach the finish in a high position, not a duel. Even after the accident, the team was able to get me back in the race. We are not broken and continued to fight. It describes us best".
James Allison it is a Pity to lose the victory because of the headrest
Mercedes technical Director James Allison commented on the results of the race in Baku.James Ellison "It was a bitter race. Yes, the overall result is not so bad, but everything could be completed more successfully. Because of the small things we lost the battle, we lost her due to the usual headrest.Looking at the picture of the race overall, we can conclude that the car was fast. In the end, we were able to bring home important points. But now we can't wait to get back on track in two weeks and again to fight for the victory".
Chapter Sauber We can only trust Honda
Head Sauber Moniz, Kaltenborn said her team we can only trust Honda as a manufacturer of engines.Monisha Kaltenborn "We can only trust Honda. We can build your knowledge about this company only the results of their work in Formula 1. We understand that it is very difficult to succeed when you have a bad motor. But we are ready for this cooperation.We are ready for partnership. We would be interested in working with Honda on a sponsorship basis, but we have nothing to do with it".
Sauber open to the pilot from Honda
Head Sauber Moniz, Kaltenborn admitted that Sauber next season, take in a pilot, a career which is supported by Honda.While Sauber do not have a deal with Honda, the injured Pascal Wehrlein replaced Antonio Giovinazzi of Ferrari, but he now works with Haas, the team, working closely with Scuderia. So, in the season of 2018, it seems that Sauber will be the pilot associated with Honda.Moniz, Kaltenborn "In the end, it is the decision of the team. We are responsible for the team and its pilots.We always take pilots from the engine supplier. In our case it was the right decision. Now, nothing has changed. We are open for negotiations. Let's see what will happen in the future. As for sponsorship deals, it is too early to speculate about it. Still need to wait for the results of the current season".
Robert Fearnley the Day of unmet expectations
Deputy head of the Force India Robert Fearnley with regret commented on the results of the race. For the first time this season none of the pilots of the Indian team could not earn points.Robert Fearnley "the Day of unmet expectations. Contact with Sergio Sainz was forced to hold an early pit stop, to change the course of the entire race. For Esteban race was held smoothly, until he got a puncture. It cost Esteban a handful of points. A disappointing result for a guy.So it was one of those days when things were not as usual. But in Monaco this happens very often. We will take ourselves in hand and start preparing for the Grand Prix of Canada".
Pirelli It was unpredictable qualification
The head of Pirelli Mario Isola commented on the results of the qualification in Monaco.Mario Isola "It was a really unpredictable qualifying session, where we learned additional information about tires. Ul were used from the beginning to the end in qualifying that was initially the most likely scenario, especially since the pilots were able to make several qualifying laps on one set without any loss of speed.One pit stop is, of course, the optimal strategy of the race. Perhaps someone wants to start the race on the Supersoft, then to use the safety car to move at a faster rubber, which will remain until the end of the race".
Rules of qualification of the Indy 500
Qualifications Indy 500 takes place a week before the race and consists of two parts.On Saturday in qualifying for the participation of all interested persons. Each pilot must pass a series of four fastest laps in a row. If the pilot decides to make a second or third attempt, the previous attempts will be forfeited. The second qualification is open to the top 33 of the pilot.On Sunday all the Saturday results are set to zero. Nine best pilots on the results of the first session get the right to compete for the spots from 1st to 9th. All the other play places from 10 to 33. and Saturday, every pilot must pass a series of four rounds.
Honda the Result is disappointing
The head of Honda Yusuke Hasegawa admitted that his team was upset by the results of the Grand Prix of Spain.Yusuke Hasegawa "After a good result in qualifying, after a magnificent speech Fernando at his home Grand Prix, today's result was disappointing for the whole team. Fernando was good, despite the unfortunate incident on the first lap. He didn't give up throughout the race, showed encouraging pace car. I am disappointed as, in my opinion, today we were competitive enough to get points.We will see Monaco, and there will be a good opportunity to achieve your goals".
The head of Red Bull Lonely race for ricciardo
Head Red Bull Christian Horner commented on the results of the race in Spain for their team.Christian Horner "Daniel had a great race, almost alone. Sorry, we didn't have enough speed to fight with the leaders. We obviously benefited from the gathering of Bottas, so Riccardo owes its first year, the podium exactly Valtteri. Max started well, but became a victim of unfortunate circumstances in the first turn. Bottas crashed into Kimi, which, in turn, demolished our pilot.We understand that a lot of work ahead. Our package of upgrades is not ideal. Now we look to the future, the most prestigious race in the calendar, the Monaco Grand Prix. I hope that we can show there is a good show".
The head of Red Bull We haven't used our favorite track
Head Red Bull Christian Horner with regret commented on the results of the Grand Prix of Russia.Christian Horner "firstly, congratulations to Valtteri Bottas for his first victory in the Grand Prix, a great victory for him.For us was a real disappointment, the loss of Daniel at the beginning of the race because the right rear brake. And we have yet to understand what is the cause of this failure. It seems that this is reminiscent of the max problem in Bahrain, but we will study the data.Max spent a strong race. He started well and immediately found themselves in the neutral zone with no other opponents.On the track, which we know and love, we are unable to achieve maximum results. I hope that in Barcelona will be able to reverse the course of the struggle for victory".
Daniel Quat I hope to compete for points
In qualifying home Grand Prix Daniel Quat showed the 13-th result. But because of the fine teammate in a race he will go 12. Daniil Kvyat "After the results in the morning practice, I am pleased with the results of the qualification. In the course of the weekend I had problems with the control of the machine. However, I managed to drive a good circle, and I now hope to compete for points".Carlos Sainz qualified 11th, but in Bahrain he earned the penalty in the loss of three positions, so the race will start 14th.Carlos Sainz "on Friday we were in the tail of the peloton, but today we managed to make progress. In the end I qualified 11th, which can be called a good result. However, because of the fine I would have to lose three positions.On this track we need more speed, but I'm sure that the race will be interesting. We have the chance to earn points, and I'll do my best".


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More Big-Time Receiving Options Gone
Scratch two more wide receivers off the list.
Allen Robinson and Sammy Watkins, who are widely considered this year's top unrestricted free-agent wide receivers, will reportedly sign with the Chicago Bears and Kansas City Chiefs, respectively.
Robinson's three-year deal is worth a healthy $42 million with $25 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He also reports Watkins will get an average of $16 million over three years.
The opportunity for teams to bid on Robinson, 24, was a surprise after the Jacksonville Jaguars chose not to place the franchise tag on him. He suffered a torn ACL in Week 1 last year, but the market was still strong for the 6-foot-3, 211-pound receiver, who is just a year removed from a 1,400-yard season.
"Badly needing a receiver, the Ravens maintained interest in Robinson, but it's not clear whether they got close to a deal," wrote The Baltimore Sun's Jeff Zrebiec.
Watkins also has an injury history that could've given teams pause, in addition to his low production, but both players possess attributes that make them potential No. 1 receiver options.
With Jarvis Landry, Robinson and Watkins signed by other teams, some of the biggest names on the market are gone.
As of yesterday, the Ravens "remained focused" on Indianapolis Colts receiver Donte Moncrief, but Zrebiec reports, "sources familiar with their thinking also say that they like Albert Wilson, a former Kansas City Chief. However, NFL Network reported Monday that the Dolphins are the leading contenders for Wilson."
The Ravens will also keep an eye on veteran wide receivers who could be cut from their teams, including the L.A. Rams' Tavon Austin, Green Bay Packers' Jordy Nelson or Randall Cobb, Tennessee Titans' Richard Matthews and New York Jets' Jermaine Kearse.
The Ravens will face challenges in luring free agent wide receivers to Baltimore, says ESPN, for three reasons: 1) little salary-cap space, 2) the team's history of not splurging money on the position and 3) the absence of a "Jimmy Garoppolo" type player.
Baltimore is estimated to have around $5.5 million in cap space, whereas a team like the Bears, who just signed Robinson, had $50 million heading into the new league year. Even when the Ravens have had more cap room, they've rarely doled out big contracts. The most the team has spent on a wide receiver since 2010 was $8.3 million per season for Anquan Boldin.
"Even if everything was equal, the Ravens still might have trouble getting a top free-agent wide receiver," wrote ESPN. "Garoppolo can become a great recruiting tool for the 49ers. … Flacco doesn't carry the same cache anymore. Five years removed from being the Super Bowl MVP, Flacco ranked No. 25 in passer rating with 80.4."
Ravens Still in the Running for TE Jimmy Graham
Another pass-catching option in veteran tight end Jimmy Graham doesn't seem destined for Baltimore, but the door isn't completely closed.
The favorites to land the five-time Pro Bowler are the the New Orleans Saints, the team that drafted him in 2010, and the Green Bay Packers, according to The News Tribune's Gregg Bell. Rapoport added there's "a lot of momentum" for a reunion in New Orleans.
Is it still possible for Baltimore to land him?
"The Saints and Packers are considered the front-runners for Graham, but the Ravens aren't out of the running," ESPN wrote. "Baltimore has had talks with Graham. The Ravens should put a higher premium on adding a difference-maker at tight end than at wide receiver."
The argument to more aggressively pursue a tight end hinges on Flacco's penchant for throwing to players at the position. The Ravens quarterback has targeted tight ends 1,090 times, which is the fourth-most of any quarterback since he entered the league in 2008.
"Plus, Graham is a red zone monster," the website added. "His 10 regular-season touchdowns led all NFL tight ends last season and ranked second only to DeAndre Hopkins."
James Hurst Getting Starter Money Makes Austin Howard's Future Cloudy
The Ravens announced Monday that they re-signed Hurst to a four-year deal that is reportedly worth $17.5 million with $8 million guaranteed.
His $4.4 million average only ranks 25th among NFL guards, per Spotrac, but is enough to suggest that the Ravens consider Hurst a starter moving forward. He told ESPN that the Ravens didn't tell him whether he would play guard or tackle.
For the first three years of the 2014 undrafted rookie's career, Hurst was a backup that got 13 starts in relief of injured players. When left guard Alex Lewis was placed on injured reserve during last year's training camp, Hurst was promoted and started 15 games there and one at left tackle.
Right tackle Austin Howard has scheduled cap hits of $5 million and $7.5 million the next two seasons. The Ravens would save $3 million if they parted ways with him this year.
"A lightning rod for criticism from fans, Hurst was maligned for being pushed back into quarterback Joe Flacco during a November 2015 game against the St. Louis Rams. Flacco tore the ACL and MCL on the play, ending his streak of 122 starts to begin a season," wrote Zrebiec.
"However, Hurst is a well-respected teammate who works hard and never makes excuses despite being put in some tough spots. Last summer, he was the projected starting right tackle at the beginning of training camp, but then the Ravens signed Howard. Hurst moved to right guard with Yanda still recovering from offseason shoulder surgery. He then was shifted to left guard after Lewis got hurt. In a one-week span, Hurst worked with the three different starting positions on the offensive line."
* Youth Movement Hurt Lardarius Webb's Chances of Returning*
It's always tough to say goodbye to a longtime Raven.
But that's what happened Monday when the Ravens released 10-year veteran cornerback Lardarius Webb. Baltimore drafted him in the third round in 2009, making him the fourth longest-tenured Raven behind Terrell Suggs, Flacco and Marshal Yanda.
The Ravens reportedly created $1.75 million in cap space, which isn't a big amount, suggesting his release had as much to do with football as finances. Last year, they also released him and brought him back at a lower price, but pundits don't see that happening this time around.
"With Tavon Young expected to be recovered from a torn ACL, and with safety Chuck Clark returning after making significant strides late in his rookie season to back up Eric Weddle and Tony Jefferson, there isn't much room for Webb," wrote the Press Box's Bo Smolka.
Bengals Got New Stud Left Tackle in Major Trade with Bills
Terrell Suggs, Matthew Judon and company will have a tougher time getting to Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton next year.
That's because the Bengals picked up left tackle Cordy Glenn in a massive trade with the Buffalo Bills Monday. The Bills traded Glenn to move up April's draft board from No. 21 to Cincinnati's previous place at No. 12.
"The Bengals have struggled at tackle since longtime veteran Andrew Whitworth signed with the Los Angeles Rams in free agency last year and have been noncommittal about picking up the fifth-year option of 2015 first-round pick Cedric Ogbuehi," wrote ESPN.
The Bills seem intent on moving up the board to draft one of the top quarterbacks.
"This trade could have major draft implications for Baltimore," wrote Baltimore Beatdown's Logan Levy. "It is now likely that the Bills will select a quarterback with the 12th overall pick in the draft, if they stay put at that pick.
"However, Buffalo could likely move into the top 10 or even top five to select a quarterback. Either way, this could help slide premier talent down the board for the Ravens."
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Farming in the right way, that is organic farming, is fundamental to any kind of discussion about our business. In our field we are frequently confronted with numerous questions.
The first question is: why today is wheat so different from that which our grandparents cultivated? Modern wheat strains grow to half height, the ear of the wheat is much longer, and the yield per acre is almost quadruple what it used to be. To the uninformed, this would seem to represent an enormous advantage and improvement over older seed stocks. For us it was the impetus to research the "why" and so with the help of talented collaborators we ventured to explain all of this. Not only had the exterior appearance, the morphology, of the plant changed over time but what is inside, viz., the gluten, the type of gluten, the protein level and other characteristics. We were concerned about whether there was a link between the changed wheat plant and the exponential growth of intolerance to gluten and the rise of celiac disease. Isn't it possible that such a nexus exists?
We have been working together with the Istituto per la Cerealicoltura of Foggia and several other private research centers for 16 years on a study of two grain populations of farro triticum dicoccum (both originally from the valleys that surround Gubbio (PG)), on farro monococcum, and on triticum turanicum, an ancient cereal that is commercially sold under various names. We use the botanical names when talking about our products and we leave the commercial branding and the royalties (that flow there from) to others.
This research has been fruitful resulting in several interesting discoveries which affect different areas of nutrition science and we are now able to give a genetic identity to the varieties selected, varieties that we produce on the crop land of the Consortium Agribosco and with which we produce the Agribosco food products.
The word farro is often misunderstood.
Farro may be generally divided into three varieties:
Each one of these varieties has its own characteristics that make it suitable for a specific use. In fact, the content of protein, carbohydrates, potassium and vitamins, as well as the quantity and texture of gluten varies significantly from a rich triticum diccoccum to a poor triticum spelta.
Triticum dicoccum is normally used for pasta and in preparing soups while triticum spelta is used mainly in northern European countries for bread-making.
All three varieties are ancient grains and, in fact, are the "progenitors" of many modern grains. The modern varieties were created by changing the molecular structure of the grains which unfortunately increased the kinds of food intolerances and gluten allergies from which people today suffer.
Farro is first found in the historical record dating back 7,000 years, in ancient Palestine, and formed the basis of the civilization's diet at that time.
In subsequent periods, there are references to farro in ancient Syrian texts as well as in Egyptian scrolls dating back to era of the Pharaohs. In fact, Egypt had the greatest production of farro which was widely exported to much of the Mediterranean basin.
Farro was mentioned in the Homeric poems and referred to by other ancient philosophers. We also find farro used in the ancient culture of Rome, in particular in certain pagan rituals. Thanks to its high protein content, it became of staple of the Roman legions.
Its high adaptability in almost every kind of terrain and temperature accounted for the wide cultivation of the grain up until the middle of the last century. Farro was gradually supplanted by grains of higher productivity until it almost disappeared.
Today the cultivation of farro has grown substantially, especially in central Italy as it fits perfectly with organic farming. In fact, due to its growth pattern of "bunching," farro makes it difficult for weeds to compete with it, thereby ensuring excellent yields even when cultivated in accordance with the principles of organic farming.
A great deal of confusion surrounds the subject of the cereal turanicum. For many years in North America a famous brand-named product has dominated the market; there are many Italian brands that have attempted to compete with this North American brand only to succeed in creating additional confusion. There are certain rules in the industry that permit producers to refer to triticum turanicum as khoransan grain..
Agribosco has for years been following the practice of research and reproduction of the "ancient seeds." From the beginning, the exceptional qualitative characteristics of triticum turanicum were one of the principal reasons of this project. Its exceptional adaptability to the hilly Italian terrain, especially that of Umbria and Le Marche, make it the ideal seed stock for cultivation and production of food products. It is a grain of outstanding quality that does not take a back seat to any of its counterparts in North America or any other part of the world.
Exceptional protein content, easily digestible gluten, magnificent flavor and aroma, all of these characteristics go into making turanicum truly one of our outstanding products.
It must be noted that turanicum, when it is often referred to as khorasan, contains gluten. As is the case with farro, the gluten of turanicum has a different structure from other modern durum grains; however, this does not make it safe for people suffering from gluten intolerance. You must contact your physician for information relative to this.


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Murray crayfish high country hideout under threat
Ecologists have found that Murray crayfish numbers plunged 90 per cent in a high country river after their habitat was lost.
Although alpine streams can be hotspots for crayfish, the population crashed after their preferred habitat, deeper pools containing plenty of boulders and overhanging shade trees, was swamped with sediment.
"Murray crayfish have been in decline in lowland rivers such as the Murrumbidgee and Murray, so these mountain streams could be an important stronghold for this threatened species," said Mae Noble from The Australian National University (ANU) Fenner School of Environment and Society.
Murray crayfish play a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems, where they clean up dead and decaying matter and provide food for many other species.
The team found that clearing of stream bank vegetation and sedimentation have been major threats to the deep pools and rocky habitats these crayfish call home.
"Given the right habitat, alpine streams can be hotspots for these iconic creatures," said researcher Dr Chris Fulton from the ANU Research School of Biology.
"But they are very fussy with where they live, which makes them vulnerable to habitat loss," Dr Fulton said.
Ms Noble and Dr Fulton studied the crayfish by snorkelling in the cold high-country streams.
"Looking into their world, we found where they like to call home, and their remarkable personalities and curiosity for new things," said Ms Noble, who is a Masters student at the Fenner School of Environment and Society.
The researchers hope this new understanding of Murray crayfish will habitats will help the quest to restore and protect mountain stream habitats to ensure the survival of the species.
The research is published in Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems.
Images of the crayfish in the wild are available on request, and a video is on YouTube.
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text: Shaquille O'Neal is a 325-pound luxury many teams would love to possess. The 7-foot-1 center made a huge impact on Tuesday's game, as the Cavaliers nipped the Toronto Raptors, 108-100, on Tuesday at Quicken Loans Arena. O'Neal responded with 16 points and five rebounds. His two assists were instrumental, as well, in the Cavs' verdict. He also became the fifth player in NBA history to reach the 28,000-point plateau. "It's great to have that luxury," Cavs forward LeBron James said. "He's an unselfish guy. We ran two plays to him and he had two assists. It's great to have that interior presence. A lot of eyes are on him when he gets the ball." O'Neal re-entered the game with 5 minutes, 59 seconds to play. The Cavs (32-11) were hanging on to a one-point lead, 95-94. First, they went into the post to O'Neal. James set a pick on Raptors point guard Jose Calderon, which left Mo Williams all alone in the corner. O'Neal found the open man and Williams deposited a 3-pointer. After a layup by Anderson Varejao, James threw down a dunk in the lane on a pass from O'Neal. The Cavs extended their lead to eight points, 102-94, and were never seriously threatened again. James led all scorers with 28 points, nine rebounds, 11 assists, three steals and three blocks. He made 8 of 18 shots from the field, but missed all seven of his 3-point shots. Williams had a double-double with 22 points and 10 assists. Another factor in the outcome was the Cavs' stiff defense in the second half. They limited the high-scoring Raptors (21-21) to just 40 points in the second half and held them to 39 percent shooting. "We had to get stops in order to win this game," James said. "We put our hard hats on and did it the right way in the second half." O'Neal even switched on defense a couple times and prevented perimeter players from scoring. "We aren't afraid to switch him onto smaller guys," Cavs coach Mike Brown said. "That's a big man you have to score over. "He made (Hedo) Turkoglu drive on him and try to score over him with his left hand. That was a big play during the game." Turkoglu, a major free-agent signing in the offseason, didn't earn his high salary on this night. He had as many turnovers (three) as points. All-Star forward Chris Bosh paced the Raptors with 21 points and 10 rebounds. The Cavs survived a scare in the third quarter when Mo Williams was taken to the locker room with about 2 minutes remaining with a left shoulder strain. However, he returned to the game in the fourth quarter. He was 7 of 15 from the field and 4 of 8 from behind the 3-point arc. O'Neal said he doesn't get too giddy about milestones. "The only fallback for me is I missed 5,000 free throws (in his career)," he said. "If I had made half of those, I'd be at 30,000 points right now. I'm happy at No. 5. There are some great names ahead of me. "I'm only worried about the big picture." And don't forget about protecting the rim. He clobbered Raptors guard Jarrett Jack once on a drive to the basket. It's a wonder Jack is still in one piece. "There are no layups when Shaq is on the floor," James said. "He doesn't care about putting guys on the floor. "No one is going to knock him back. He's probably the biggest guy we have in the league." No dunking James finally discussed his decision to skip the slam dunk contest. "I'm not high on it," he said. "It's an unbelievable event. All-Star Saturday is probably the biggest event we have. "I'm glad for the participants who are in it. It's going to be really good. I'll give a lot of support to it." He said he doesn't regret not competing. His manager, however, said there's a stipulation for him being in the event. "As his manager, I'd only allow LeBron to do the dunk contest if Vince Carter comes back out and if Kobe (Bryant) comes back out," O'Neal joked. "The guys that are in it -- it's no disrespect -- but it wouldn't be any competition for LeBron." To read Finnan's Cavaliers blog, go to: http://clevelandcavaliersblog.blogspot.com


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Located at the base of the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges, the Desert Park is a tourism and conservation facility that is closely connected to the local Arrernte people. Their stories and history, together with the plants and animals they are responsible for, are told through the interpretation and creation of three distinct desert habitats of the central desert environment.
Between 6:30pm and 10:30pm during the Festival The Desert Park will be home to the spectacular lighting of the MacDonnell Ranges, the light installations and the Festival Hub.
During the days, visitors can attend the park itself. See the website for entry fees and schedule of events.
The festival program at Parrtjima's Alice Springs Desert Park precinct is complemented by a second event precinct at Todd Mall, also home to an array of restaurants, bars, galleries and retail stores.
Located in Alice Springs CBD, the Todd Mall precinct will showcase stunning lighting effects along the mall and a new installation representing the Language of Moths. The lights will be on between 6:30pm and 10:30pm each night.
The central lawn will also be home to nightly creative workshops and film as part of the Knowledge Program.
As well as installations and the Knowledge Program, Parrtjima will continue to shine lighting effects along the ground of Todd Mall, incorporating Arrernte words to educate and inspire.
At the request of the Arrernte people and to complement the Caterpillars and Moths, the lighting effects will honour another ancestral being for Mparntwe – the Stink Bug, Ilperenye.
Angkentye Akngarte-iwelheme-akerte (Language of Cycles Turning Over)
Arrernte people asked Parrtjima to work with independent artists to create this new installation following the popularity of a 2018 installation that celebrated Caterpillars and their importance to the landscape and creation time of Australia's Red Centre and beyond. At the request of Arrernte advisors', a series of sculptured large-scale moths will decorate Todd Mall, among incredible lighting effects, providing another layer to the story of Country and the Arrernte relationship to the physical and spiritual world.The moths were designed at a workshop with The Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education.
Get a glimpse of Parrtjima's Forest Space reimagined in Alice Plaza!
The 'Forest Space' installation (Apmere Anteke Arne-kenhe) was a festival favourite in 2018 and, this year, a reimagined version will be popping up in Alice Plaza.
The beautiful installation is inspired by the trees that grow in clusters across the desert. The trees are depicted through a series of large lanterns, with artworks originally designed for textiles by various artists while studying at Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education, including an artist represented by Ikuntji Arts. The Forest Space Frames were made by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander controlled business Centre of Appropriate Technologies at Desert Knowledge, Alice Springs.
Alice Plaza will have their doors open until 10pm each night of the festival, including their toilets and baby change facilities. The following Alice Plaza retail and food stores will also have late night trading over the festival period:
- Red Centre Chinese
- Fawlty's Fine Foods
- Nature's Brew Co
- Alice Plaza Pide and Kebabs
Trade stores:
- Desert Wave
- Phone a Flower
- Swank Shoes
- A Home Like Alice
- Plaza Market
- Govita Health Food
- Revive Skin & Beauty
- Plaza Wellbeing Centre
- Best for Baby
- Hourglass Jewellers
- Priceline Pharmacy
- Target
Food & Drink
Outcorp Gallery
Gifts & Homewares
Alice Springs Souvenirs
Travel & Leisure


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Drug Troubles
Attention parents: If you wonder whether your teenager has a drug problem, pay close attention. What you may think is normal teen behavior can turn into big trouble fast.
Dawn and Rick are at war with their 17-year-old son, Brad, whom they think has a drug addiction. Brad admits to smoking marijuana daily, but says that's just what teenagers do, and his talk with Dr. Phil will vindicate him.
Drugs, rage and drunken brawls ...
Brad's mother says his temper has gotten worse with his drug problem and admits she's sometimes scared of her own son. Brad says he learned how to deal with his anger from his father.
Brad and his parents sit down with Dr. Frank Lawlis to discuss what their options are. Brad's temper flares when he hears that jail time could be in his future. Then, a month later, Brad makes a decision that may change his life.
Sarah and Tecoa are twin sisters who were addicted to heroin, living on the streets and prostituting for drugs when former guest, Joani, brought them to Dr. Phil. After another relapse, Tecoa disappears. Joani combs the streets of L.A. to bring her back.
Sarah is a shining example of rehabilitation. Will her twin be one too?


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The Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race on the Peconic Riverfront was back in full swing this weekend. READ
The Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race on the Peconic Riverfront was back in full swing this weekend. READ
Kevin McDonald remembers 1985, when brown tide was first detected in Peconic Bay. He was recently married, and he and his wife had purchased snorkels and face masks to explore the bay, where the water color was a "light-colored coffee" and it was hard to see six inches in front of their faces.
For this week's "One minute on the North Fork" we filmed along the Peconic River on a cool afternoon Thursday near downtown Riverhead.
Over the past month, the Peconic Estuary has been hit with one environmental blow after another, a Stony Brook biologist and marine researcher said, thanks in part to rising temperatures in East End waterways. READ
Hundreds of bunker, their mouths yawning open as they gape for oxygenated water and to clean their gills, were filmed swimming in the Peconic River Wednesday.
It's a sign that a harmful algal bloom, known as mahogany tide, could soon cause another large fish kill in the river.
An official study of last summer's fish kills in the Peconic River, which were attributed to a variety of factors, confirmed that the biggest culprit was nitrogen-fed algal blooms, according to the state Department of Environmental Conservation. READ
Word of thousands of dead fish washing up on local shores might seem like old news at this point, but another drop in oxygen levels in local waters, coupled with a migration of bunker up the Peconic River resulted in yet another, separate fish kill over the weekend. (more…)
The 17th annual Spanner Tournament along the Peconic River in downtown Riverhead is set for Sept. 27. Hosted by the Riverhead Town Recreation Department, the tournament's goal is to get get more people into fishing while also raising money for the Riverhead Recreation Department Scholarship Fund.
The tournament is split into two divisions: adults (16&over) and youth (under-16). A rod and reel will be awarded to the first-place winner in each division. And trophies are handed out to the top three finishers in each division.
The first 100 people to register receive a free T-shirt. To pre-register, call 727-5744, ext. 0, visit the website at www.riverheadrecreation.com or go in person to the department at 55 Columbus Ave. in Riverhead.
The tournament begins at 11 a.m. On-site registration starts one hour earlier. The tournament runs until 3 p.m.
Anglers must supply their own rod & reel and bait.
There will also be a Chinese auction for prizes donated by local businesses, which starts at 3:15 p.m.
Sunday marked Riverhead's Fifth Annual Cardboard Boat Race downtown in the Peconic River. And while we were on site to tell the story of one nine-member boat team, and which town supervisor won the annual Riverhead-Southampton matchup, what we weren't able to do is get 25 to 50 feet up in the sky to take our own photos.
But one photographer, operating a mechanical, 4-winged camera, sure was.
Check out some aerial pictures from the races here, courtesy of Global Aerial Media.
If it weren't for the 27-foot-long, 11-inch-wide racing scull in the front yard, the brown-shingled house at 30 McDermott Ave. in downtown Riverhead probably wouldn't get more than a passing glance.
But this property isn't just any abode — it's the new home of East End Rowing and, after spending more than a decade on a chunk of land in Flanders without a structure to store their equipment, the group and its 35 members are happy to be there.
"There was no indoor anything in Flanders," said club member Dan Jablonski, who manages East End Rowing's website. "It was 12 years without a roof, basically. So when [storms] Irene and Sandy came, all the members went down there and had to make sure the boats were tied down and far enough away from the water."
Fortunately, that sort of hassle is now a thing of the past. In May, East End Rowing entered into a licensing agreement with Riverhead Town that gives the club rent-free use of the McDermott Avenue house. The five-room house was purchased by the town earlier this year for $160,000 and is now the property of the town sewer district, said that district's superintendent, Michael Reichel.
Mr. Reichel said the town bought the house with the intention of demolishing it to make way for a new pump station, but he does not anticipate that occurring for at least another two years. In the interim, East End Rowing is responsible for paying all utilities at the house, he said.
"There have been so many different locations proposed for the boathouse," said Riverhead Councilwoman Jodi Giglio. "Now, with the sewer district getting this property, it just made sense to put it here."
This isn't the first time local government has stepped in to assist the club. A few years ago, East End Rowing was awarded a $90,000 grant from Suffolk County. Part of that money was used to put build a new floating dock on the Peconic River.
"It was just in time because the old wooden ones had given up," club president Bill Hale said.
The new dock was a plus, but East End Rowing, which was founded in 2001 by Co Rentmeester, Michelle Knox Zaloom, Dan Johnson and Alice and Marty Golden, needed a home base. Club members had hoped to build a boathouse in the form of an addition to the East End Arts building on Riverhead's East Main Street, but that didn't pan out, Mr. Hale said.
Now that East End Rowing has a house, Ms. Giglio said town officials are also working on an easement that would allow the town to purchase a pre-fabricated boathouse to put in the home's backyard. In the meantime, East End Rowing members can store their sculls outside and take a hot shower in the home's second-floor bathroom after rowing the Peconic River. There are also two rowing machines in an upstairs room, where members can train during the winter.
Club members agree the timing was just right to help firmly establish themselves in downtown Riverhead, which is enjoying a revitalization that East End Rowing hopes to be part of.
"Rowing is exploding across the U.S. right now," said Mr. Hale. "I think people are finding that they can do it all their life, like golf."
East End Rowing expects to draw a crowd of at least a thousand people when it hosts its annual Snowflake Regatta on the riverfront Nov. 10. Participation at last year's event was negatively affected by superstorm Sandy, but 2011's regatta included 108 entries from 14 rowing clubs.
And when rowers are doing their thing on the Peconic River, Mr. Jablonski said, all eyes are on them.
"Everybody's got a big old motorboat," he said. "When you're rowing a 27-foot-long, 11-inch-wide boat, everyone's watching you."


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Our search for the Internet's favorite YA series continues, and the competition is as fierce as any YA Chosen One hero could be.
Round Three has begun, which will not only decide which four series move on to the semi-finals, but will also decide the winners in our four genre categories: Dystopian, Fantasy, Contemporary, and Supernatural. Is your favorite still in the running?
Fans across the Internet (and the world) have made their choices known, and the competition is getting more and more difficult.
Round Two is over (click here if you want to see more details about Round One's poll results), but Round Three has just begun! Vote on the match-ups below or on our Twitter account, and check back on May 31st for the Round Three winners! And keep tweeting using #OneTrueYA to tell us who you think should win. Read more…
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Dr Chua is the KITHCT Chair Professor at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore (NUS). He was the Acting and Founding Dean of the School during 1998-2000. Dr Chua's main research interest is in multimedia information retrieval and social media analysis. In particular, his research focuses on the extraction, retrieval and question-answering (QA) of text, video and live media arising from the Web and social networks. He is the Director of the multi-million-dollar NUS-Tsinghua Extreme Search Centre (NExT), jointly established by NUS and Tsinghua University of China to develop technologies for live media search. The project will gather, mine, search and organise user-generated contents within the cities of Beijing and Singapore. His group participates regularly in TREC-QA and TRECVID video retrieval evaluations.
Dr Chua is active in the international research community. He has organized and served as program committee member of numerous international conferences in the areas of computer graphics, multimedia and text processing. He is the conference co-chair of ACM Multimedia 2005, ACM CIVR 2005, and ACM SIGIR 2008. He serves in the editorial boards of: ACM Transactions of Information Systems (ACM), Foundation and Trends in Information Retrieval (NOW), The Visual Computer (Springer Verlag), and Multimedia Tools and Applications (Kluwer). He is the member of steering committee of ICMR (International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval) and Multimedia Modeling conference series; and as member of International Review Panel of two large-scale research projects in Europe.
Dr Chua serves as the Chairman of the Board of Examiners for the Certified IT Project Management (CITPM) in Singapore. He is the independent Director of 2 publicly listed companies in Singapore. He holds a PhD from the University of Leeds, UK.
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I might as as well finish the story I started to enumerate to Vishy. So the 'S' is me. The passenger in a KSTDC taxi.Very surprised by this experience. I saw KSTDC taxis around, hadn't really called them for an onward trip to the airport, so I wanted to give them a try. I always took Meru or Easycabs, and if that failed, my office would organize a taxi from an small fleet operator nearby. Calling KSTDC was like calling VSNL dialup customer service in those days when Dialup was King; the most you could do is to get a fancy modem that could wringe out those few extra Kbs of speed on your telephone line. VSNL customer service was like "aah, what is your problem? Ok. This is what you can do,… " and then they will give you a solution that will work. Todays' call centre services mostly have too much niceties before content, mostly they cant solve your problem (if you had a real one). My KSTDC call centre guy sounded like that, it was refreshing. No niceties, … but the tone of his voice I could make out he meant that the job is done…He said I would get an SMS with the details of the taxi and so on…. and so it goes. As you read in Part 1, I was feeling…. is this guy for real? Hey,… whats your story?
Ramesh has a very unusual story. My usual question to any taxi or rickshaw driver is – Do you own the vehicle you drive? I usually find better service, better maintained vehicles in most cases when there is ownership. This ride was exceptionally good, he was brisk, but not speeding more than necessary, it felt like he had an extra pair of eyes under the car chassis. He seemed to know every small undulation on the road and rolled over graciously over them. Hardly feeling any jerk while driving. He drove as though he had two eggs embedded under his feet when he was pushing those pedals, any sudden push might break those eggs… I assumed right, that this guy owns his car. He did, but he said his wife took a loan from her bank to finance his vehicle. How come? I asked. The story is – his wife works for a reputed software firm. He met his wife some years ago in their village, she belongs to a different caste, but both the families made hell for them and he could not live with his parents, as he encouraged her to finish her college (much to the Chargin of his parents). They moved out on their own, she finished her college and learnt programming ( rattled a list of programming languages she knew). She had taken a break from work for a year because they had a baby and she is now back to work. He has paid off his loan, and sometimes rents his vehicles to other drivers occasionally, when there is an urgent need. He doesn't do night shifts too often, unless there is a prior commitment.
Ramesh plans to buy another vehicle and get his cousin from the village. He has dreams for his kid. He believes there is a discipline in eating, sleeping and habits while driving that keeps one fit and free from accidents caused by fatigue. He also seems to know how to maintain his vehicle in great condition, so that it is reliable. To me he seemed that in his job as a driver, he is as good as it can get in a place like India. He looks to me like a person who has a story, doing his best to make his life work.
My commuting experience was great, five Stars to him and his well maintained car. This interaction made me see that he is not just a nameless operator, driver but a person who plays his role for the time being. He has your life in his hands. Taking a vehicle out in Indian roads is potentially dangerous, conflict ridden and threat to life and property. Its got everything to do with the driver and drivers out there. Not all people who drive, and become drivers, get on this path, even for a while. There are somethings innate, people come with those attitudes that makes them take those decisions; but a lot is systemic. So what is so systemic about driver behavior and a great commuting experience ??


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By Jill Goetz, College of Engineering
Cybersecurity researchers in the UA College of Engineering are developing ways to make the airwaves more secure and protect wireless customers from eavesdropping.
Each day brings new revelations of risks to security and privacy on the Internet. News reports describe hackers stealing information from corporate networks, government agencies gathering metadata from personal cell phones, and smartphone manufacturers installing encryption software that law enforcement cannot crack.
You'd think everyone using a wireless device would be on high alert.
Yet many people still feel secure using their laptops or cell phones for, say, banking, sending email, playing video games or accessing medical records. After all, they've taken precautions to keep these activities private.
"People working on their laptops think 'I am safe. I established a VPN. I have a password. I'm using encryption,'" said Marwan Krunz, UA College of Engineering professor of electrical and computer engineering. "Well guess what: Very often, they're not."
Read the full article at Arizona Engineer.
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Summer Open Day
Leaving school in 2014 or want to visit the College again before starting with us in 2013?
Come to our exciting and lively Open Day to explore the campus and find out what it's like to be a student here.
Date:26 June, 2013 - 15:30 - 20:00
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In https://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Packaging:EPEL#PHP_ABI_Check_Handling
%if 0%{?php_zend_api}
Must be replace by
%if 0%{?php_zend_api:1}
Because, with latest PHP version this value is not an integer (but an arch specific string)
I'm sorry, but I think this is broken. From my point of view, the value in /etc/rpm/macros.php is not architecture specific. Because things get architecture specific during build, but not as long as it's source only. Instead developers should use %{php_zend_api}%{?_isa} in their *.spec files - the same, as you do at package requirements as well. Why should there be any exception for Provides of API/ABI?
Especially...what happens if php-devel.x86_64 and php-devel.i686 is installed with /etc/rpm/macros.php?
I'd say the fix as proposed is a no-brainer, "just do it".
Going beyond that and arguing about the arch'ness of %{php_zend_api} goes beyond the scope of this otherwise simple EasyFix to the php guidelines. (A good conversation to be had, surely, but here... no)
I'm wondering why this EPEL guideline page isn't somewhere where the EPEL folks can edit it without going through the packaging committee.
What happens to /etc/rpm/macros.php, if I install php-devel.i686 and php-devel.x86_64? The i686 one ships "%php_zend_api 220091234(i686)" while the x86_64 one ships "%php_zend_api 220091234(x86_64)".
Anyway, I don't treat this as something to fix in the EPEL guidelines but to be fixed in the PHP package in Rawhide itself. That's why I opened https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=680811 initially and proposed there a fix.
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I'm wondering why this EPEL guideline page isn't somewhere where the EPEL folks can edit it without going through the packaging committee.
Indeed, let's move the information here for now:
+1 to moving this to an EPEL controlled space.
I also asked nirik (as a member of the EPEL SIG) and he thought moving it was a good idea.
Page moved to EPEL:Packaging.
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