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The one thing that I really approve of our president is his diplomatic and friendly stance toward
. Despite his
grandstanding of how he would go straight to the disputed islands to plant the
Philippine flag, he seems to maintain collaborative relations with the dragon
nation of China Asia.
But many Filipinos do not agree to such diplomacy. Why? Because many Filipinos simply hate
(but not
Chinese food). China
There are several reasons why Filipinos hate
. And this is
just my observation. This is not fake news. This is totally my opinion. The
Chinese government is not paying me for this. China
1. We are envious of their wealth.
We've always doubted their wealth and their methods of money-making. Behind their backs we would speak of it as ill-gotten and be indignant of their fondness for money-making, the way we speak ill of the prosperous Chinese-Filipino community in our country. The truth is, we would also like to join the bandwagon of these prosperous merchants. We despise them because we lack the entrepreneurial knowledge and skills that seem to be inherent in the Chinese. And obviously, we resent having them as our bosses and employers. So we resort to mud-slinging and creating legends of their unspeakable corrupt nature. But you know, Filipino businessmen are no different. In fact, we can actually surpass them- in terms of bribery and greed. The ruling family-merchants of our country even have our Constitution hostage to favor oligarchy.
2. We are envious of their white skin
It is possible that our hate for the Chinese is deeply rooted in our frustration and aspiration to have white skin. Our people were raised by colonizers to think highly of clear skin and of the west. We laugh at products made in
and we don't
even trust products that are made in our own country. We are so desperate to
look like Westerners and become the Caucasians of Asia. Well at least that was
our aspiration some 20 years ago. Now, it's all about looking like Koreans-
white silky skin with virtually no pores. China
But the Chinese have us beaten there. Look at their clear white skin- very similar to the Koreans. They are the authentic white people of
Asia. And in terms
of skin color, we are nothing but a second-rate trying-hard copycats.
3. We believe they eat babies
One of our fundamental beliefs about
is they eat
babies. We have that information from the internet. Before the brouhaha of fake
news, we were already susceptible to what is sensational and false. Many of us
are incapable of reading the lines and do not possess the appropriate
intelligence and knowledge to judge what is right and what is wrong, or what is
fact and what is urban legend. We put our faith and beliefs in urban legends
and spit on what is fact. Maybe because we love entertainment and the absurd
that's why we choose urban legends, glamorize it, and uphold it as divine
truth. And that's where we are in having ties with China- we know nothing of
their history or culture, or oblivious of the fact that if the Chinese
president got pissed off with our stupidity, he could simply push the red
button and erase our archipelago from the face of the earth. That's how deep
our understanding of the Chinese people and Chinese civilization. China
4. Which bring us to my next point- our US-imported stupidity.
We adopted US-centered mentality, or better, the US-centered stupidity. How long have we been friends with the
? It's not like
we were better off with the US than with any
other ally. Yes, it's true- Americans helped us in the war and gave us our independence.
But let us not forget, the US will support
anything or anyone in the US that will
advance their interest. They had to uphold the Marcoses so the Philippines will stay with
the West, even if it means having blind eyes towards human rights abuses and
political turmoil. They would even finance that, as long as their interests are
secured. Philippines
We all believe that US goods are better. Anything from the
is better. But
we have to face the fact that we've always been fucked up with the US , and that the
new economic power is US . China
But then, we all love urban legends and we will stick to what has been stuck in our asses. In the meantime, we are so blind to see that the American empire is crumbling, and that the ancient empire of
is being
reborn. China
5. We have different Gods.
Our bond with the Americans is beautifully sealed by one another thing- Christianity, something that binds us strongly with the holy nest of pedophiles, The Vatican. We believe in the same God and the same Jesus Christ, uphold the same Bible, and live the same hypocritical lifestyle. We have a hard time indentifying ourselves with our Chinese cousins because we have different sets of belief system.
An example is how many Christian pastors are so willing to express their support online to the
simply because he was said to have bible studies in the White House. Really
now. He's a racist bastard who makes fun of persons with disabilities and
behaves immorally towards women- things that Jesus Christ would do (?). US
And why are we even willing to prep up the whole nation when the Pope is about to visit our country? It's not like the
will be
providing jobs or making our economy and society better. After the visit, our
streets are bathed in blood, we are at each others throats, and we're back
again to our real identities- full-blown hypocrites. Vatican
Then we will look at
, shake our
heads and proclaim them as godless people. Shame. Shame. Shame. China
Religion is important. It gives our society a heart to care for the poor and love our neighbors. It's supposed to teach us equality and dispense justice for all, defend those in dire need, and maintain peace. But we are no better than the godless country of
. China
So there you go folks. These are just my thoughts and ramblings over a pile of dumplings I'm about to devour.
Personally, I would love to go to
. It's a country
rich in resources, culture, beautiful landscapes, and it has a very interesting
history. And I admire the strong cultural identity the Chinese have. I would
like to start a business there and take part in that economic and financial
boom. And most of all, Chinese guys. Yummy. LOL! China

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The canyon fills with the sounds of drums. The allied armies are arriving from all directions, half arriving a day earlier than planned. They are given food and assistance setting up camps at the top of the canyon. The following day, the rest of the allies arrive, filling the tops of the cliffs with tents as thousands of men and women prepare for war.
The many different styles of armor, weapons, fighting, and races amazes Meah. It reminds her how much of the world is still unknown to her. The different armies greet each other, some mixing better than others, and, though wary of the groups of bandits and rogue magic users at first, share their food and stories. Many others, mostly those who escaped the Arena, who've never seen the armies of other lands, watch as the soldiers arrive with curious excitement.
The leaders of the allied groups, once all have arrived, gather in the Great Hall, eager to meet Ime. The large table is now filled and drinks are placed at each seat. Seated at the head of the table is Altan. Deven and Saunem stand behind him, representing Kellahn along with their leader.
Meah and Ime sit to Altan's right. Kylii, Daniil, and Tanith stand behind them, much to Kylii's annoyance. To Altan's left sits Jaxon with Bruer and Fleance standing behind him.
Herbart Slayer and Marin Varth sit close together, each with two of their men behind them. They're both pale skinned with heavy beards, Herbart's being blonde while Marin's coal black. Herbart is a larger man than Marin, but both have seen their fair share of battles. Their armor is thick metal with fur trimmings to keep the cold of the north at bay, though it appears out of place in the hot, dry lands of Kellahn. Herbart's large battle-axe leans against the table. Marin's broadsword is secured to the back of his chair, the tip touching the stone ground.
Pilian Grout sits still, holding his head high and arms crossed against his chest. An old scar begins at the bottom of his left eye and makes a trail down to his throat. His thin beard hangs below his chin, but his long black hair is pulled back into a clean bun tied with long white ribbon. His almond colored eyes observe each person in the room, making mental notes and hiding his thoughts. His armor is lighter than the men from the north, but thick enough to prevent smaller blades from penetrating. His long sword is beautifully crafted with an engraved hilt in the shape of a ferocious beast's head. His two men stand behind him holding long spears with silk cloth tied below the deadly blades. Their helmets cover the lower halves of their faces, only showing their eyes.
Aryd Candok's dark skin makes his sandy brown eyes stand out. A green scarf covers his head and mouth. He lowers it from his mouth as he sits, revealing his piercingly white teeth. His armor is made of thinner material than the other men, but it provides him with greater agility. He has two blades at his sides and a number of daggers. His men stand behind him wearing brown scarves, keeping their mouths covered. Intricate scars cover their bodies, purposefully carved into their bodies in beautiful designs. Some say it's for decoration while others claim they did it to prove the will of their minds against pain.
Jada Boor sits with her chair a short distance from the table to allow her weapon to sit in her lap, as well as to provide room for her long, powerful legs. In person, the leader of the Green Pilit Bandits is as intimidating as Kylii made her sound. Besides her tall height, she boasts muscles as great as any man. She claims her large sword can be swung with enough force to cut through most metal, a feat not hard to believe. The tips of the blade curve out in both directions creating a T shape. Her brown hair surrounds her head like a mane and her armor is made from animal hide and bone. Metal protects her more vulnerable areas, but her arms and legs are left visible to make it easier for her to move. Her men stand behind her wearing similar animal hide armor, leaving their arms and stomachs bare. They stand as tall as their leader, and their weapons include a battle hammer and crossbow.
Gradyen Hutch, the leader of the Veran Desert Bandits, a smaller man, appears even smaller sitting next to Jada. Goggles protect the eyes, but now they rest on the bandit leader's head, showing his characteristic pale eyes many from the Desert have. He's completely covered in bandages, but it's not due to wounds. All of his men wear the same to protect their skin from the harsh sands that blow across the Veran Desert. Loose cloth covers their lower body and thick gloves protect their hands and make grasping their throwing knives easier. The knives are oddly shaped; having multiple blades of differing sizes, shapes, and making the weapons look like an odd combination of multiple weapons. Bottles of strangely colored liquids are tied to their belts. Some are poison for their weapons, some are smoke bombs for quick escapes or creating confusion, and the rest are medicines to help with small wounds.
Farrow Klighdan sits with her legs crossed. She's a beautiful woman with strong features and a perfectly proportioned body. Her green eyes are piercing and match the intensity of her fiery red hair. She strokes the large beast next to her. Even lying down, its head can be seen over the top of the table. Its striped blue and black fur swallows the light. It's large silver eyes open and close lazily as it moves from Saunem and Tanith, a low growl occasionally rumbling from deep within its body. Its long body curls around the back of Farrow's chair, its tail circling around to the front. Its face is wide, making its mouth appear as though it's curved up into a smile. The triangular ears twist around at each sound. Long fangs hang over its bottom lip and chin. When it yawns its orange tongue adds a shocking moment of color. The claws on its enormous paws are retractable except for the singular large claw on its right paw. It taps the sharp claw on the stone floor as Farrow's hand moves across its fur.
Kordeaux Fellet, the youngest leader compared to the others, is dressed in a tight robe that stops at his waist with a long, brown scarf around his neck and cape that hangs down his back. Under the robe is simple armor and belt with knives and bottles of liquid. With his hood down, his oddly white hair is slicked back with a few loose strands hanging in his face. The two standing behind him wear similar outfits, but keep their hoods up, covering the top half of their face in shadows. Each wears a sword at their waist and has a colored cloth tied around their waists to represent their magic.
The final chair is empty, but no one comments on the tardiness of the final allied leader. Instead they speak to each other in soft voices, gauging the strengths of each person in the room. Those standing behind the leaders, with the exception of Daniil and Kylii, stand still and silent, awaiting any orders from their leaders.
Meah feels the eyes of the leaders around the table occasionally linger on her longer than any of the others. She catches several whispering the words Life Healer and she grows anxious. Ime rests a comforting hand on hers and squeezes.
Altan turns to Deven. "Where are the Shadow Watchers? You said they arrived this morning, we can't wait much longer for them if we're to get anything accomplished." His voice is different. It's filled with the power of a ruler and Meah knows it's for the benefit of those gathered.
"They're here, my Lord," Deven says. He nods his head at the empty chair. "Cease your illusion, Tayli. There'll be no harm done to you or your men as promised."
Three men dressed in blacks and grays appear, one sitting in the last chair and his two men behind him. Their skin is completely covered by cloth and only their eyes are seen. The man sitting in the chair lowers the black cloth from his face to reveal a sneer. "Forgive me for being cautious. It's not in our nature to trust those who've attacked us in the past."
"We only attack those who attack us," Deven argues.
"Enough. We aren't here to discuss past grievances between each other. We're here to discuss the issue of the so-called Blood King who threatens to spread his reach into our realms," Altan says, ending the conversation between the two men.
"We've heard the stories and some of us, I'm sure, have witnessed some accounts first hand," Herbart says, eyeing Marin.
Marin crosses his arms and his lip rises in anger. "Small scouting parties of his men have been slowly moving into my lands for several months. They claim no harm, but my people are growing nervous."
"If you were truly as strong as you claim you'd have nothing to fear from the false king," Gradyen Hutch says.
Jada glares at the small man. "Don't speak out of turn, desert rider. I've heard of your men running from Klaeon's men like frightened children."
Turning his pale eyes on Jada, Gradyen makes a disgusted noise. "We don't run because of fear, giant. We don't draw unwanted attention from our enemies. If they think we're weak, they'll be underprepared for any defense we present to them."
Jada lifts her blade from her lap and thrusts the tip of the blade into the floor. "And that is why the enemy runs freely through your desert."
"I've been forcing his men from my lands for years," Pilian adds, trying to bring the conversation back on track. "Every year it becomes more difficult as his forces grow in number and strength."
"There've been recent activities men of this Blood King have attempted in my lands," Aryd Candok adds. "Similar scouting parties have ventured through my lands, speaking to my people, and testing the strength of my fighters. They began as manageable annoyances, but recently they've escalated into full fights in many of my larger villages."
Ime leans forward on the table. "These actions Klaeon's men have been enacting are why it's time to stop him."
"We wouldn't have gathered here if we didn't desire that as well," Kordeaux says, his accent dancing through his words. "He's been especially difficult on my mages, as I'm sure you're aware. If he doesn't take them for his Arena, he kills them on sight. The killings have grown more frequent since a certain incident." His eyes fill with animosity aimed at Meah and Ime equally.
"Our escape from the Arena may have increased that activity, but do you really think he sends magic users to the Arena to not die?" Meah asks.
"He's been trying to easily eliminate any who could pose severe threats to his power. Magic users are at the top of that list, followed by any who have access to an army. His goals are obviously to stage a full invasion into the lands surrounding his and eventually beyond those lands," Altan says.
"Whatever his ultimate goal may be, we have to decide right now how we're going to defeat him," Ime says.
"I have a suggestion," Jaxon says. All eyes turn to him. "As it stands now, with all of our gathered forces we're just over one hundred and twenty thousand soldiers. Our only true hope of victory is surprise. Attacking head on would be suicidal, but if we could find a means to attacking on lands that aid us more than the Blood Army we could easily overpower them."
"Compared to Klaeon's possible two hundred and fifty thousand that still doesn't give us much hope of lasting long against him even with mages and Farrow's beasts," Deven says.
"My beasts easily count as two of your men, Deven. Your men know that firsthand," Farrow says, scratching her animal behind its ear. "My simit has carved many men and she's eager to carve more."
"What I suggest is making sure we fight the Blood Army where we want and not where they choose. Everything is about control and whoever controls the battlefield has the advantage," Jaxon continues.
"But even if we could manage to fight his forces in territories where we know the landscape better than his fighters, the fact he outnumbers us by a vast majority still has many of us concerned," Pilian says.
"We gain more men and women every day."
"One or two from small villages who've never fought in any kind of battle and have never held weapons beyond axes or hoes," Marin emphasizes.
"What about Gaeren Banish?" Meah asks.
The room stills and she can see everyone tense, even the Shadow Watchers. Ime notices the reaction and his eyes narrow. "Who is Gaeren Banish?"
Altan shifts in his chair and releases a slow, careful breath. "He rules the land to the west."
"He's made it very clear he wants nothing to do with this war. He's threatened our messengers and refuses to speak with us," Jaxon explains.
Ime looks from Jaxon to Altan. "How large is his army?"
"At least twenty thousand."
"Still not enough to bring us close to Klaeon's numbers," Pilian says.
"But it's twenty thousand more than we have." Ime stares at Altan. "Send one more messenger, one who can meet with Gaeren."
"He won't see any of our messengers," Altan protests. "He's threatened to kill the next man from Kellahn to cross his borders."
Turning to Tayli, Ime smiles at the leader of the Shadow Watchers. "Can one of your men make it past his defenses?"
Tayli's eyebrow raises, the only hint to his surprise at being asked. "To deliver a simple message? Of course."
"How soon can you deliver it and return with an answer?"
"Two days. What would you have the message be?"
"An ultimatum. This war is as much his as ours and though he believes his lands to be safe, either due to distance or to his own strength, he's wrong. He's kept himself far from this war blindly and now we will open his eyes. There's no neutrality in this war. He must make a decision. Either he allies with us or with Klaeon."


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If you're traveling to the Middle East or to South Korea, you should become familiar with a relatively new disease known as MERS. We have prepared a short Q&A outlining what is known about this disease and how to help protect yourself from infection.
What is MERS?
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome, or MERS, is relatively new viral respiratory illness. Like SARS, MERS is a coronavirus.
Symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath and myalgia (muscle pain). One quarter of MERS patients also report diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
The incubation period is estimated to be around five or six days, but it could be as short as two days and as long as two weeks. Again, these are estimates.
How widespread is MERS? How fatal is it?
To date, 1,338 people have been infected world-wide. 484 have died from the disease. The overall case fatality rate is 36.2%.
South Korea is experiencing a relatively large outbreak at the moment, the largest to date outside the Arabian peninsula.
How can I avoid MERS infection while traveling?
Avoid contact with sick persons. Wash your hands regularly with soap and water (or alcohol-based hand sanitizer).
Most of the human-to-human infections appear to have occurred in a healthcare setting, such as at a hospital or in a home. It appears that healthcare workers or family members taking care of a patient are at particular risk.
If you are traveling in the Middle East (or another area with camels), the World Healthcare Organization (WHO) advises avoiding contact with camels. Do not come in contact with raw camel milk, camel urine or uncooked camel meat. Cooked camel meat and pasteurized camel milk is considered ok per WHO guidelines.
How long has MERS existed?
The first diagnosed case of MERS in humans was in 2012, in Saudi Arabia. Further cases appeared later that year in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Where did MERS come from?
The disease is believed to have passed from animals to humans. Bats are believed to be the original source of the virus; however transmission to humans appears to have occurred from infected camels. It's possible that camels in the region have been infected with the virus since the 1990s. Camel handlers in the Saudi peninsula appeared to be among the first human cases of the disease.
Where are the MERS Infection outbreaks located?
The website www.coronamap.com uses World Health Organization and the Ministry of Health data from each affected country to track the spread of MERS.
Over 20 countries have reported cases, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Turkey, Oman, South Korea, mainland China and Thailand.
As of today, South Korea has 13.3% of global MERS infections with 178 diagnosed cases, 23 of which have resulted in deaths.
Why does MERS seem to hopscotch across the globe?
The Saudi economy relies extensively on foreign workers. It is thought the regular transit on long-distance airplane flights by foreign workers back to their home countries has contributed to MERS' sudden appearance in seemingly unrelated locations.
Is MERS likely to create a worldwide health crisis like Ebola?
Unlike Ebola, the MERS virus is relatively inefficient at human-to-human infection. As long as the MERS virus does change significantly, it is not likely to rapidly escalate into a worldwide health crisis like Ebola did.
However, if the MERS virus mutates significantly and becomes more efficient at human-to-human transmission, all bets are off. Some scientists are very worried about this possibility.
Is there a test for MERS?
Because the United States declared that MERS is a threat to public health back in May 2013, there are specific rules which allow emergency in vitro tests of MERS virus.
The CDC has reportedly tested three polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based tests: RealStar MERS-CoV RT-PCR Kit from Altona Diagnostics, the FTD hCoV-EMC from Fast-track Diagnostics, and the genesig Novel Coronavirus hCoV-MERS from Primerdesign.
Is there a treatment for MERS?
To date, there is no treatment or vaccination against MERS.
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) issued a report (PDF file, opens in new window) in 2013 outlining steps needed to create a MERS vaccine.


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It is common practice to offer a child a 'health drink' mixed in milk before he or she leaves for school. However, the truth is that such commercial drinks contain more preservatives and artificial flavors than proper nutrition. For the real deal, try Little Moppet Foods' Choco Ragi Almond Drink.
Ragi is also known as finger millet, and it has the highest concentration of anti-oxidants and phenolic content among all other millets and grains. Among plant foods, ragi is the richest source of calcium and iron, making it an excellent food for growing children. Calcium deficiency can result in stunted bone growth and a lack of sufficient iron can cause anemia. Where as Choco Ragi Almond Drink contains the goodness of Ragi and Almonds where Ragi has a higher bio-availability of iron and is easier to digest. The almonds in our drink mix offer not just a nutty flavor but a good supply of essential fatty acids as well.
Commercial health drinks are often linked to obesity in children, but Little Moppet Foods' Choco Ragi Almond Drink curbs excessive weight gain and maintains healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels. It is naturally flavored with cardamom.
And to make it more exciting we have gone and made a tasty thing yummier, by adding chocolate! And we've done it without taking away from the original benefits of the ingredients.
Little Moppet Foods' Choco Ragi Almond Drink is truly a wonder mix! And it's all the more so because it doesn't contain any sort of added flavors or preservatives. All you can taste is the natural sweetness of dates, the richness of the nuts and of course, the delicious chocolate!
Recommended Age: 1 year and above
Ingredients: Sprouted Ragi, Almonds Cardamom and 100 % Pure and Natural Cocoa Powder.
How to Prepare: 1. Add 2 teaspoons of Choco Ragi Almond Drink to 1 cup of piping hot milk. 2. Stir well. 3. Serve cool or warm.
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Runner: Ricardo H
Years Running: 3
Upcoming races: Lord Hill 50k, White River 50, Cascade Crest 100
Current goals: To become a more well-rounded runner and to qualify for Western States.
Favorite Workout: Uphill repeats.
Most Challenging Workout: MP
Best races: Orcas Island 100 (26:44:39 and 9th place), White River 50, 3:14 marathon at 2015 Portland Marathon
Running words of wisdom: If you see it, you can achieve it.
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2018 Scottish Fencing Patch Design - twitter poll
Have your say on the Scottish Fencing patch design by taking part in our twitter poll
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2019 Challenge Wratislavia - proposals
Competing at Challenge Wratislavia has been a highlight for many of our younger fencers. It is an inspirational tournament. It is challenging but not beyond many of our younger fencers which makes it an ideal first step to competing outside of the UK.
Friendships made on this trip are a legacy that bonds future Scottish Fencing teams and it is great to see how young people develop during the trip.
It is a fantastic event but over the years it has grown beyond the capacity for Scottish Fencing to manage with the resources available. And this is why we are conducting a review.
2018 May CFFC SELECTION UPDATE
Attached below is the May update of the a running total of the BF ranking points scored by Scottish fencers since the selection period for the Commonwealth Fencing Federation Championships (CFFC) began on 1 July 2017.
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2018 European Veteran Team Championships
Full results from the European Veteran Team Fencing Championships are here
Some highlights from the Championships were:
Viv Frith Team Gold in the grand veteran women's sabre
Sheila Anderson Team Silver In the grand veteran ladies foil
Stephen Rennie Team Bronze in the grand veteran men's sabre
2018 how to pass weapons control
This is a guide on how to pass weapons control written by Scottish Fencing's armourer Malcom Napier Holford.
If you would like to have your weapons or equipment tested Malcolm is also running open sessions on a Monday evening at West Fife Fencing Club from the 25 May to 2nd July.
2018 CJCFC Team announcement
Congratulations to all who were selected for the 2018 CJCFC team. Everyone's acceptances and appeals are now complete and in alphabetical order, the athletes competing for Scotland are:
Cadet Mens Epee
Adam Bryson
Robbie Brown
Oran McKenna
Isaac McKerr
Dylan Morrison
2018 CFF Selection Update
These lists show a running total of the BF ranking points scored by Scottish fencers up to 31 March 2018 since the selection period for the Commonwealth Fencing Federation Championships (CFFC) began on 1 July 2017. I apologise that the February update did not appear.
2018 BF Consultation on changes to Selection
British Fencing launches a community consultation to seek views on proposals to change the Selection Policy for Senior World Cups and Grand Prixs.
This proposal follows a review conducted by the International Senior Management Group supported by the BF CEO and Chair.
2018 CFC and CJCFC Team Staff appointments
Scottish Fencing has appointed Michelle Johnston as Team Manger and Andy Alderman as Lead Coach for the Junior and Senior Commonwealth Championships. They will work together to oversee the preparation of the Scotland teams for both events, the first in Newcastle in July and the second in Canberra, Australia, in November.
Below is the January update of the running total of the BF ranking points scored by Scottish fencers between 1 July and 31 December 2017.


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Bhutu Serial Zee Anmol
Bhutu Serial details
Channel – Zee Anmol
Star Cast – Arshiya Mukherjee, Master Samriddho, Anindita Roy Choudhury, Lily Chakravarty, Sneha Chatterjee
Days – Monday – Sunday
Time – 6.30 PM
Start Date – 14 November 2016
Language – Hindi
Bhootu Serial Wiki
Bhootu is an upcoming Bengali serial directed by Anupam and produced by Shree Venkatesh Films. This serial is based on a little girl whose name is "Bhootu". Bhootu Serial will premiere on November 14, 2016, in Zee Anmol India and broadcast every Monday to Saturday at 6:30 P.M. This serial is a remake of Kannada serial Anjali- the friendly Ghost. The story of Bhootu movie is written by Sahana, which featured Arshiya Mukherjee and Mimi Dutta in a lead role.
Bhootu Serial Star Cast
Arshiya Mukherjee
Kanyakumari Mukherjee
Anindita Roy Choudhury
Master Samriddho
Lily Chakravarty
Manali Dey
Sneha Chatterjee
Anindya Chatterjee
Manasi Sinha
Bhutu Serial Story/ Plot
"BHOOTU" serial is based ghost girl, who is only 5 years old and believes in love and affection of the joint family. She always tries to maintain the bonding of the family and provides intelligent solutions to solves the problems. Bhootu is a favourite person of her family and everyone like her very much. One day in her doll's wedding, she fell down from the stairs of her house and lost her life. Bhootu is not ready to accept her death and believing that she was sleeping in the dark room. Later she understands that she is no more alive and tries to solve all her family problems by using her magical powers.
Bhutu Serial Date and Timing
Bhootu Serial will release on 14 November 2016 and airs every Monday to Saturday at 6:30 P.M. only on Zee Anmol channel.
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There are schools offering audio engineering programs in Texas!
Schools Offering Audio Engineering Programs in Texas
Nearby States
Approximately 0.1% of graduates in of Texas receive audio engineering degrees every year. That means an estimated 354 audio engineers graduate from Texas' 16 audio engineering schools each year.
Top Schools
The top-ranked school in Texas with a audio engineering program is The University of Texas at Austin, which is located in Austin. In 2010, it was ranked 11th nationwide. 1 students graduated with a degree in audio engineering from The University of Texas at Austin in 2010. Students at The University of Texas at Austin paid $9,418 per year in tuition fees.
Texas State University-San Marcos, which is located in San Marcos, is the second-ranked school in Texas that has a audio engineering program. It received a ranking of 31st in the country in 2010. In 2010, Texas State University-San Marcos graduated 6 students from its audio engineering program. Students at Texas State University-San Marcos paid $6,458 per year in tuition fees.
Texas Southern University, which was ranked 31st nationwide in 2010, is the third-ranked school in Texas that has a audio engineering program. It is located in Houston. In 2010, Texas Southern University graduated 3 students from its audio engineering programs. The tuition rate at Texas Southern University was $7,360 per year.
If you are hoping to attend one of Texas' audio engineering schools, you can expect to pay an average tuition of $3,349 per year, though tuition can range from $17,568 per year to $1,086 per year. In 2010, the following Texas audio engineering schools had the highest tuition rates:
- The Art Institute of Austin - located in Austin, students are charged $17,568 per year
- The University of Texas at Austin - located in Austin, students are charged $9,418 per year
- Texas Southern University - located in Houston, students are charged $7,360 per year
The following Texas audio engineering schools had the lowest tuition rates:
- Lee College - located in Baytown, students are charged $1,086 per year
- Tarrant County College District - located in Fort Worth, students are charged $1,200 per year
- North Lake College - located in Irving, students are charged $1,230 per year
An audio engineering degree from a Texas school... what next?
Most people who graduate from audio engineering school in Texas go on to work as an audio engineer. Texas had 590 audio engineers in 2010. The largest populations of Texas audio engineers are working in the following counties:
- Collin County - 130 audio engineers
- Austin County - 110 audio engineers
- Bastrop County - 110 audio engineers
Projected Growth
The government projects that by 2018, the number of audio engineers in the state of Texas will grow to 680. This would require a 14% growth in the profession.
An audio engineer in Texas earns $38,330 per year on average. But, salaries for audio engineers can vary. In 2010, audio engineers made as little as less than $16,210 per year or as much as more than $109,200 per year in Texas. The counties in Texas with the highest average salary for an audio engineer are:
- Collin County - $49,260 per year
- Bastrop County - $36,660 per year
- Johnson County - $35,000 per year
The following counties in Texas have the lowest average salaries for audio engineers:
- Atascosa County - $30,920 per year
- Austin County - $31,650 per year
- Johnson County - $35,000 per year
More Information
The charts and graphs below have additional Texas statistics regarding a career in audio engineering. Take a look and compare salaries with various related fields such as audio engineering or audio production.
Here are the different levels of study available for you to explore.
- Associate's Degree in Audio Engineering in Texas
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NANA, most widely read film weekly in malayalam commenced publication in 1972. It has played a vital role not only in popularising the best in the film world but also in spotting out new talents and bringing them to the attention of connoisseurs of excellence in this media.This periodical with style and grandeur is for the beautiful people.
Film weekly is outstanding for its proliferation in malayalam. But Nana, the third publication to be launched by the group still keeps its position at the forefront of them all.
With its ultra sophisticated layout and production methods, its lavish color pages and on the spot reporting on the industry Nana has captivated the hearts of the Malayalam film goer which no one else could. Its readership is urban, educated and command impressive purchasing power.
If reaching an audience with an eye for romance and sophistication is your problem,Nana is the best in the bargain because what captivates the eye, captivates the heart also.
It is actually a bunch of publications, depicting different categories, which reflects the variety in the tastes of a Malayalee Society. The founder, Father of these Publications is R. Krishaswamy Reddiar (1923-1982). The glory of these publications is successfully carried on by late Dr. B.A. Rajakrishnan, his son-in-law and by Vimala Rajakrishnan, his daughter. Now the lamp of success is safely nurtured in the hands of his Grandson Madhu Balakrishnan R.
It is the most popular and widely circulated independent socio-political weekly in Kerala. It was started in 1962. Till date, Keralasabdam presents the true picture of the current social and political happenings that occur all over India, especially our own state. The authenticity and comprehensiveness of coverage, make the reading of Keralasabdam, an intellectually Satisfying experience for the socio-politically enlightened reading public of Kerala.
Commenced from 1972, Nana is the most widely read film weekly in Malayalam. It has played a vital role, not only in popularizing the best in the film world, but also in spotting out new talents and bringing them to the attention of connoisseurs of excellence in this media. Nana is outstanding for its proliferation in Malayalam. With its ultra sophisticated layout and production methods, its lavish colour pages and on the spot reporting on the industry, Nana has captivated the hearts of film- lovers.
From the day it started its journey on 1980, Mahilatatnam continues its success as the largest circulated women's monthly in Kerala. The common interests of women are usually in the field of Fashion, Cuisine, Beatification, Health, Gardening, Housekeeping, Child rearing etc. Mahilaratnam is a complete magazine which satisfies the interests of females from all sections of the society. It is also a self-helping guide for women. Along with it comes a book, Apple Bees which exclusively engages the attention of kids and which helps in their overall development of skills and character. It is also an effective tool to disengage the interest of kids from over powering electronic gadgets and bring them back to the healthy and colourful world of reading, which naturally enhances their imagination and guides them through a path of future glory.
Even if it was started as a monthly, in 1997, due to the interest it generated, it soon became a Successful Astrological Fortnightly, which was a pioneer in this field. It is still, undoubtedly, the leader among the similar publications. It deals with astrology and its importance in the different stages of life and enchants the readers with its vivacious presentation of temples, places of worship , slokas for worship, religious practices to be followed at home, Vasthu, matrimonial affairs etc. The Fortnightly is rich and colourful in itself and highlights the significance of various devotional sites all over India, as well as abroad.
Society, based on the sense of humour has a definite positive outlook. Thus Hasyakairali is the only regional magazine in Kerala from 1999, which is based on humour and satire. The society is a rich play ground which forms the ripe field for providing colourful matters for this magazine. The matters are enriched by different and apt drawings and artworks.


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Since all of the necessary information for building the Hubs, Links and Satellites is held in the configuration, it is a simple matter to write a script, which Creates or Recreates tables as required.
Typically, this would be used in a Development or Test Environment – to reset all Hubs Links and Satellites before running a test.
Probably not something to run in Production!
The script is the same one that can be used to Create new Objects after building fresh Configuration.
For this case, set the @Rebuild parameter to 'Yes'.
Optionally, set the @Release parameter to -1 if you with to be sure to recreate all objects in the Vault.
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The new collection contains 60 of the cartoonist's recent illustrations, caricatures, and cartoons.
Radio Free Asia's (RFA) board of directors has appointed Bay Fang as the company's new President.
The awards were established in 2015 to recognize brave journalists, politicians, and activists for human rights-related work.
Radio Free Asia President Libby Liu today issued the following statement on the two-year anniversary of the arrest of Uon Chhin and Yeang Sothearin, two former RFA journalists in Cambodia, who still face charges, including "espionage," in connection with their work for RFA.
Liu's Op-Ed Condemns 'Arbitrary' Legal Ordeal of Two Ex-RFA Cambodia Journalists
RFA Executive Editor Bay Fang issued the following statement about the release of former Burmese child soldier Aung Ko Htway, who was arrested, charged, and sentenced to prison in 2017 for comments made to RFA about his past experiences.
RFA considers the charges brought against Uon Chhin and Yeang Sothearin to be unsubstantiated and would like to issue the following statement.
The Mandarin and Korean Services both earned distinctions in the news features category.
Radio Free Asia (RFA) today was among the National Murrow Award winners named by the Radio & TV Digital News Association (RTDNA).
As journalists and news groups around the world mark World Press Freedom Day, Radio Free Asia's President noted the serious challenges and threats the organization and its contributors face.
Radio Free Asia (RFA) received honors at last night's 2019 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards for two documentaries.
Radio Free Asia (RFA) today announced the hiring of veteran journalist Matthew Pennington as its new Managing Director for Southeast Asia.
'Behind the Walls' Describes Re-education Camps through Firsthand Accounts
WASHINGTON – Libby Liu, President of Radio Free Asia, made the following statement today in response to the release of former RFA Khmer Service journalists Uon Chhin and Yeang Sothearin on bail in Phnom Penh.
Radio Free Asia's (RFA) founding President Richard "Dick" Richter passed away on June 29, 2018.
Radio Free Asia (RFA) aired its last original TV broadcast on the Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB) network on Myanmar's MRTV channel this evening.
The 2018 winner for best website in the category for interactive news media, explores the long persecution of the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar through graphics, videos, key quotes, and current news.
Reporters Without Borders's 2018 Index ranks press freedom in 180 countries.
Radio Free Asia won a Sigma Delta Chi award for "Drawing Fire: The Political Cartoons of Rebel Pepper" in the new category of best e-book.
As with jailed Reuters reporters, Aung Ko Htway's treatment a "worrisome" sign of press freedom in Myanmar: RFA President
The report cites China, Cambodia, and Vietnam, among the world's worst jailers.
WASHINGTON – Libby Liu, President of Radio Free Asia (RFA), today issued the following statement about RFA's decision to suspend in-country operations in Cambodia.
RFA was a winner at last night's 2017 New York Festivals International Radio Program Awards gala for its investigative web series on the impact of China's rapid development on the Mekong River.
Radio Free Asia (RFA) issued the following statement about the case involving RFA Khmer's Deputy Director Vuthy Huot in Cambodia.
Seven of RFA's nine services target countries and territories in bottom 10 percent
Radio Free Asia (RFA) is among min magazine's "Best of the Web" award winners and finalists for 2017.
Veteran journalist Min Lee Mitchell will be RFA's new Managing Director for East Asia.
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I had a mid-morning flight to Paris on Air France followed by a three-hour layover at CGD then back to Boston. I checked my bags in and headed to the Air France Lounge (or salon, as they say en français) at Berlin Tegel Airport. On my way I grabbed a handful of euros from my pocket and bought some interesting snacks in a vending machine. Upon entering the lounge, I saw every single one I just bought was free for the taking. Sigh. I grabbed some breakfast and a few coffees.
Both coming and going into Tegel, we walked on the tarmac to get to the plane. I've only had that occur once before when flying. It is kind of cool.
It was a short flight from Berlin to Charles de Gaulle and I decided once I had landed and gone through passport control, to go the lounge and get some work caught up that had come in the night before. The Air France lounge in my terminal was being renovated so an employee directed me to the one in the next terminal. He said since I had a few hours, there was more than enough time to get the shuttle there and back. So off I went.
The food selection was very good, and as always the booze selection was top notch. I hopped on the Wi-Fi and got my work done. My flight was scheduled at 3:30pm, and at about 2:00, I told myself, "One more glass of champagne and then I'll head over to my terminal". At about 2:30, I left the lounge but couldn't find out how to get to my terminal. I went back to the lounge and asked the agent at the front how to get there and he informed me the last shuttle to that terminal left a half hour ago. D'oh!
The Air France employee that was so helpful in getting me to the lounge had neglected to tell me that I had a curfew there! A VERY helpful Air France employee almost walked me to the tram between the two terminals. The down side was that I'd have to go through security again. The upside was since I was the only idiot waiting until the last minute to get to the gate, there was no line in security! I got there is plenty of time, but was very nervous en route. It helped they had a delay in boarding. En route I saw Street Fighter II in one of the waiting areas but had no time to play. Next Trip!
The service on all four of the Air France flights I have been on this trip has been excellent. Champagne before the meal, wine with it, and cognac after. Not bad for flying economy. I have a few more Air France flights over the next few months so it's good to know that I'll be flying in comfort, or at least full of wine and cognac!


text: I may be dating myself, but back in the early 1980s (while I was still I school) I ordered a piece of Kluge luggage out of an airline flight magazine. This was the over-the-shoulder luggage that could efficiently hold a couple of suits, pants, two pairs of shoes, shirts – and much more. Kluge was a leader of luggage innovation – and mail-order. I was so excited to order it, but very disappointed to see that the promised delivery date was two to four weeks after I placed the order. Optimistically, I hoped it was closer to two weeks than four.read article


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A 3 step system which is suitable for all skin types, the 3-Step Stimulation Peel from ZO Medical is designed to exfoliate the top layers of skin and stimulate cellular function in the skin's deeper layers whilst calming and soothing the skin. It's a system which means little or no downtime and is now available at Juvea Aesthetics.
When you come in for the 3 step stimulating peel, your expert practitioner will follow the below steps:
Step 1- This is the application of the peel solution itself. A blend of salicylic, trichloracetic, and lactic acids, these ingredients minimise inflammation and help hydrate the skin.
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Step 3- Application of the Calming Creme Post Procedure Skin Relief. This cream is used as a finishing product to minimise any inflammation and irritation that may result after the first two steps, and restore moisture.
After the peel, your skin may have a yellow tone but this is completely normal and when you wash your face the next day, this will have disappeared. You may also notice your skin begin to lightly peel the next day but this will only last for a couple of days.
The great thing about this Zo Mediacl 3 Step Stimulating Peel is that it is suitable for all skin types and tones. For best results we recommend around 3 peel treatments spaced 6 weeks apart. You will see the difference instantly and you will notice your skin is tighter, smoother and brighter-looking with a healthy glow!


text: What a company must do in case of a data breachRead MoreWhat must a company do to go digital? From Traditional Business to Digital ProcessesRead MoreLiability of Robots. Algorithms Special ObligationsRead MoreRemote employment, IP and ITRead MoreDisclosure of Data in Commercial Transactions: Competition and Privacy Risks and SolutionsRead MorePrivacy and Security in IoTRead MoreDigital evidence (e-evidence)Read MoreWork in the digital age: flexibility promise and security trapsRead MoreCompany Directors' Liability: Thin Ice or Risk Management?Read MoreChallenges in the on-line: Copyright and PrivacyRead MoreThe New Face of the E-CommerceRead MoreHR facing GDPRRead MoreGDPR and Antitrust ConferenceThe event sheds light on the more in-depth implications of the GDPR on the business activity, underlining the way that compliance with GDPR must take into account potential liability under competition regulations.Read MoreSensitive Antitrust IssuesThe speakers will shed light on the implementation of the Directive on Antitrust Damages Actions in Romania and its ramifications. In addition, they will tackle particular antitrust matters, such as selective distribution and refusal to supply, among others.Read MoreBest Practices in Employee Engagement and Labour Law IssuesFind out how to improve employee engagement through tested, valuable tactics, shared by experienced business and organizational analysts working in UK and Romania. Moreover, together with our speakers, you will explore and debate sensitive labour law issues.Read MoreAre you Ready for GDPR?Ready, set, go! GDPR is getting close, so make sure your company is perfectly equipped with all the tools to pass its test. Our speakers will guide you smoothly through the important changes and challenges of the GDPR.Read MoreBid Exclusion Risks in Public Procedures. With focus on Competition and New Data Protection Rules related breachesBid exclusion poses high risks for bidders. It may be triggered by a number of breaches, including those related to competition and new data protection rules. Our conference focuses on the effects of breach of the competition and data protection rules on public procurement procedures, especially with respect to exclusion of bids, award criteria, evaluation of bids and award of contract. The speakers will provide analyses and solutions from EU rules' perspective, already or soon to be transposed into Romanian legislation.Read MoreBucharest Public Procurement Conference on the Most Sensitive Practical Issues under the New EU Public Procurement Directives Transposed into the Romanian legislation in May 2016Things have changed significantly in public procurement. Our first event brings well-known procurement experts, who aim to share knowledge on explore Recent CJEU case law on public procurement award procedures, Reliance on third party capacities and sub-contracting, Framework agreements under the new EU Public Procurement Directives, and cChanges to the public procurement contract in the bidding phase and after the contract award. You'll know more, among other, about the best legally available options to rely on other entities capacities in order to successfully participate to a public procurement procedure, the restrictions to making changes to public procurement contracts and the use of framework agreements.Read More


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Janet Solyntjes, MA, CYT
Certified MBSR Teacher and Mentor
M.A. Dance, the University of Colorado, Boulder, 1983
B.F.A. Dance, Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri, 1977
Certified Yoga Teacher, 2007
Focus & Interests
- MBSR as a tool for creating an enlightened society
- Mindfulness in the workplace
- The power of contemplative practice in group retreat settings
- MBSR for non-profit groups and teams
Janet Solyntjes, MA, has been teaching meditation and body awareness practices since 1994 and MBSR courses since 2002. She is a senior teacher in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition and Adjunct Professor at Naropa University where she teaches MBSR courses for staff members and Buddhist-based meditation courses for both undergraduate and graduate students.
She has been practicing meditation since 1984 and leads mindfulness retreats in the U.S. and internationally. Throughout her time as a meditation teacher she has served as a mentor for practitioners and continues to support individuals on the path of meditation. Her graduate thesis work focused on small group process in collaborative endeavors – a passion that continues to unfold through collaborative teaching situations.
Janet and her husband, Jeff Price, are co-founders of the Boulder-based Center for Courageous Living, committed to promoting the inherent goodness of individuals and groups through a variety of supportive services, programs, and retreats.
Professional Experience
- MBSR teacher in the Denver/Boulder area of Colorado, 2002-present
- Co-teacher of the 7-day Silent Mindfulness Meditation Retreat recommended for Oasis students, 2013–present
- Executive Director of the Boulder Shambhala Center, 2003-2008
- Co-founder of the Center for Courageous Living, 2002–present
- Adjunct Professor, Naropa University, 1986-present
- Meditation teacher for Shambhala Online courses, 2014-preset
- Meditation instructor and/or retreat leader at Omega, Hollyhock, Shambhala Mountain Center, and Karmê Chöling, 1997-present


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Offering property maintenance and refurbishment work to both residential and commercial customers. The work we undertake is varied, which keeps us fresh and excited about what we do.
We enjoy going to work and being involved with the development of ideas, how a job can work, helping our clients to expand their options and maybe think outside the box a little. Working with them to establish their likes and dislikes from the oddest of inspirations. On one occasion we used clothes from a ladies wardrobe to illustrate how she might wear colours and textures, and how those same principles can work in a room.
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OK, but What Is a 'Revenant'? The Meaning Behind Oscars 2016 Best Picture Nominee Title
The Academy Award for best director went to Alejandro Iñárritu for The Revenant on Sunday, but the win has many people wondering: What does "revenant" mean?
The literal definition, according to Dictionary.com, of the word "revenant" is "a person who returns, or a person who returns as a spirit after death; ghost." Derived from the French term revenir, the word literally means "to come back."
Read more: Finally, Leonardo DiCaprio Wins Best Actor at the Oscars for 'The Revenant'
In the film, Leonardo DiCaprio plays Hugh Glass, "a frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s ... on a quest for survival after being brutally mauled by a bear," according to IMDb. The movie is loosely inspired by the real Hugh Glass, who was attacked by a bear during Gen. William Henry's 1823 exploration of the Dakotas, according to HistoryNet.
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What is the future?
The future does not exist. It is a performance to which we all take part in, establishing a global conversation, making decisions and embracing directions. Each time we do this, we push our perception of "what is possible" a little further beyond.
At ISIA Design Florence we have made a huge experiment in Near Future Design, and we presented it at Frontiers of Interactions 2013. Here's what we did and how it went.
In this fairly long article we will introduce our own definition of Near Future Design, the process and methodology which we use, and the first results of this experience, showing the case studies produced by our students at ISIA Design in Florence.
Note: We're setting up a publication that will be available if you want to know more about the project and about our idea of what is (and can be) Near Future Design. Please check back for updates if you want to know more.
The Future does not exist.
Future is a performance that sees us all engaged through the dimensions of desire and of the imaginary.
In the interconnected contemporary era innovation is established through dialogues and conversations, observing their tensions and orientations, and by using the results of these observations to project (to design) a vision of the possible future, and to implement it.
In this scenario, the vision on the future – together with all its ethical, environmental, social, political and ecosystemic implications – is possibly the most precious product that can be offered by any organisation.
This requires a new solicitation for Design, which becomes the activator of the imaginable. And, thus, of the designable, intended as the act of "conceiving that which is still not there".
This process includes all of society and all of its communities, which become able to establish active and shared dialogues for the creation of their own futures: they become desiring performers of their own futures.
Future is an undefined lapse of time, after the present.
Future does not exist, some might say, except as a possibilistic projection of the tension of the present. Infinite futures exist, and we actuate them according to the decisions we make and the directions we embrace.
Futurology, the study of the future, is a science, art and practice which postulates possible futures. It highlights, in the process, the importance of their characterisation as multiples and plural: many possible and alternative futures, not a single, monolithic one. Thus exposing the limits of clairvoyance, of prediction and of combinatorial, probabilistic and statistical calculus, in respect of the possibility to conceive (and actuate) possible and preferable futures.
One of the main assumptions of future studies is that the future is plural, not singular. It consists of alternative futures with varying likelihood. The primary objective of future studies is to identify, map and describe alternative futures, by gathering quantitative and qualitative data and information dealing with the possibility, probability and desirability of change, according to a holistic perspective. Here, the cultural analysis of what are the "preferred" futures among the different possible ones is a fundamental part of the process.
Future is the result of a conversation.
In the era of information, of digital networks, of hyper connection and of knowledge, the comprehension of the future changes direction.
It is the era of continuous disruption, in which a constant state of radical innovation bears impacts of incredible energy on all our societies. In which game-changers across business, city governance, energy and politics, are the main actors and beneficiaries of innovation processes.
It is here, in this transitory and nomadic space of change and mutation, that we can imagine to start our conversations about the ways in which to co-create our future, in performative ways.
To do that, we must start from a level comprehension which goes well beyond the understanding of the state of the arts and technologies. We must start from the understanding of the imaginaries, of the rituals and tensions of the contemporary era, including the conflicts and the things which provoke wonder and sense of surreality.
We must understand the "sense of the possible" just as much as the "sense of the desirable".
We can merge the comprehension of that which we can imagine as being implemented to the comprehension of that which we desire to be implemented: beyond utopia, past the dualistic dimension of true/false, in the state of floating suspension of the performance through which we will push a bit further both sensibilities (to technology and desire), to enact our own Future.
In this sense (conversational, communicational, polyphonic, emergent, co-authorial) the definition of the Future changes: it becomes design, projection, performance. A performance of knowledge, of ethical and civic auto-determination, actuated through auto-observation and auto-representation, in a whole that is ecosystemic and liquid, and in which dissonance and noise become forms of life, essences through which it is possible to learn thanks to the simultaneous presence of the multiple points of view which are expressed. Here, in this space whose boundaries are fractal and oscillatory, difference rises to become a value of primary importance: it is the source of life itself. (Bio)diversity as a space for opportunity and possibility.
In the creation of this space for possibility, the role of the "impossible" is obviously redefined, and becomes a tool for the polyphonic conversation just as the "possible", with the same dignity.
Both become tools to push a bit further our perception of the "possible" – along axes which are cartesian, diagonal, non-euclidean, chaotic and indeterministic at the same time – to trigger the performance of the Future.
This is what we have defined as Near Future Design.
A performative dimension in which the observation of the state of the arts and technologies meets anthropological and ethnographical observation.
In which the diasporic and ubiquitous dimensions of our hyper connected reality transform into exceptional instruments for the comprehension of the multiple points of view which are present in the human ecosystem of relations and interactions (and, thus, of communication).
In which multiple sources of knowledge combine traversing disciplines and modalities, disseminated across cities and the spaces of communication and information.
In which we can observe the perception of the "possible" and of the "desirable" to understand: tensions, conflicts, harmonies, dissonances; rituals as they form; tendencies when they are only suggestions; identities when they are only atoms in search of their chemical bond; dis-identities, before they come apart, to then reassemble multiple times into Otherness.
In this scenario, design plays a fundamental role. One of which organisations across business, industry, politics and society are rapidly learning to understand the value.
It is a transformed design, and a design of transformation. In-between product design, communication design, strategic design and design anthropology. Interweaved with Ethnography and Human Geography.
It is Near Future Design, and it is enacted through the practices of Design Fiction.
We have formalised a process to perform Near Future Design.
Here are its steps:
Note: the process is derived from the work of Storienteering, from which we have captured and modified the approach to story building, and onto which we have integrated our own version of Design Fictions, Transmedia Narratives, the idea and important role of the Simulacra, and, in the setup phases, the anthropological/ethnographical approach in the definition of the Future World Map, which becomes a Near Future World Map.
Flickr of the Near Future Lab at ISIA Design Florence
by Francesca Cangioli, Tommaso Cappelletti, Clohé Chat
What happens when you can take a pill that transforms you and your body into the next-generation smartphone?
by Francesca D'Angelo, Elisa Ledda, Veronica Mencacci, Elena Rota
What happens when Finland's government introduces a nanotech device which you use to monitor your health and a nano-printer which you can use to print out the molecules of your medicines, thus lowering national health's expenditures by 70%?
by Alessio Belli, Shanshan Liu, Francesco Peri, Stefano Ravelli, Tommaso Tregnaghi
What happens when you can print out a pear, your food, or just about anything using a nanotech 3D printer? What happens when this possibility gives rise to a global, shared, peer-to-peer movement?
by Thomas Aito, Stefano Grazioli, Sebastiano Lucenti, Michele Talozzi
What happens when a nanotech vibrating gel is introduced in the market, revolutionizing the world of pleasure? What happens when this is the product of an OpenScience approach?
Tety artistic director and designer Ernest Guevchenko
Lenina Somav on a public Forum
Some fake Scientific Publications
by Bianca De Magistris, Martina De Natale, Linda Gimignani, Stefano Macaione
What happens when you can wear a nanotech dress which reacts to your emotions? What if the info is published on a social network and shared online?
The list of articles appeared on CheFuturo! about the near future designs:
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The presentation of all the simulacra at Frontiers of Interactions 2013
The workshop on Near Future Design at Frontiers of Interactions 2013
David Gray meets Near Future Design
Leandro Agro receives some nanotech gifts
Riccardo Luna and everyone at Che Futuro!, with special care for Alessia Anniballo
Leandro Agrò, Matteo Penzo, Piero Tagliapietra, Marcello Merlo, Serena Montanari and everyone at Frontiers of Interaction for hosting us and taking care of us in such an incredible event
Stefano Maria Bettega, Andrea Spatari, Silvia Masetti, Riccardo Basile, and all of ISIA Design Florence, for being an open, advanced and living place for experimentation and critique, bringing new life to Design
Bruce Sterling, Simone Cicero, Annaluisa Franco, Thingiverse, Matteo Farinella, FactoryBay.ru, 3D Printing Industry, 3DPrinfBoard.com, and all of the other knowing and unknowing accomplices of this operation
Note: We're setting up a publication that will be available if you want to know more about the project and about our idea of what is (and can be) Near Future Design. Please check back for updates if you want to know more.
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Posted In: Academics, Arts, Events, Featured, Fundamentals, Lessons, Near Future Design, Research, Updates, Workshops
Tags: design, design fiction, emotional design, future, future of the planet, interaction design, near future design
[…] This is a previous article about Near Future Design which we wrote a few days ago. David Gray and Jon Husband helped us a lot to rewrite it, to convey both the message and the methodology in more direct and accessible ways. You can find this new version article below, and we thank them for being so helpful, and for bringing a whole new level of accessibility to the things we talk about. […]
[…] conosciuto Oriana Persico, che alla convention internazionale ha presentato il workshop intitolato Near-future Design VS Design Fiction insieme al marito, Salvatore […]
[…] Oriana Persico ran a workshop at the Frontiers of Interaction conference in Milan. It was called 'Near-Future Design V's Design Fiction'. The aim of the workshop was to champion a new role for design that they refer to as Near Future […]
[…] our approach to Near Future Design we try to create a state of suspension in which it is possible to explore multiple versions of […]
[…] Near Future Design is a series of practices and methodologies through which we can explore possible futures in participatory ways, highlighting current transformations in human societies, in technologies and in their relations and mutual influences. Through this, we can create Future Maps which describe these possible futures, and use Design Fiction to implement pre-totypes, early prototypes built through actual objects and services, but also through the use of transmedia narratives: the manifestations of these objects and services of our possible future, across different, coordinated media, to make them credible and likely. […]
[…] started off with an introduction about our vision about what is and can be Near Future Design, merging multiple practices and disciplines – across ethnography, technological studies, design […]
[…] What does future have to offer? What can we offer to the future,and how marketing, design,personal development will (might) change? (Article worth reading,related to this theme : http://www.artisopensource.net/network/artisopensource/2013/10/28/near-future-design-the-perception-… […]
[…] are finally coming to WikiHostel to share with us a special experience: they will guide us into a Near Future Design, through the dimensions of desire and imaginary. They will show us that the future does not exist. […]


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It offers all the crucial information to the customers who want to compare the various hotels before opting for any one of them. While it is highly beneficial for the customers as they can compare multiple hotels on the same platform it can be extremely disturbing for the hoteliers who invest millions on various Social media marketing for hotels in order to enhance their image on these online platforms.
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This is mainly because things will be great as long as you are getting high ratings, but the moment your ratings start falling you will lose your customers. After a certain period of time, if your ratings do not get high you may even lose your most loyal customers because of these platforms. Even though it may sound scary, this is the best way to make sure that you are maintaining the high standards that you have set for yourself. If you are able to do so and use the advanced tools for Digital marketing for hotels techniques, then you will never face any issues with the increasing effects of social media on the various hotels.
Dealing with Low Ratings
The only way you can ensure that your hotel remains unaffected by the social media is by strongly monitoring these rating and reviewing websites. It is always advised by the digital marketing experts to make sure that the ratings always stay constant. Any drop in the ratings should be taken seriously and all the measures should be taken to increase it in the near future. If you do not take the reviews of the customers and their rating seriously then you will fail to change their opinion about your services, which can cause a lot of damage to the image of your hotel.
Now the Reviews
Another thing that can affect the reputation of your hotel is the peer reviewing systems that are getting popular these days. It is very important for you to observe the activities of these platforms so that you can reply and take care of each and every negative review that your hotel receives. Reviews are more informative than ratings as reviews generally explain the exact flaws with the services offered by a particular hotel. This is why it becomes more important to observe the conversations that take place on such online platforms.
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People rely extremely on these reviews as they are posted by actual customers who have stayed at the respective hotels. So these websites have a direct and massive effect on the sales of the various hotels. The only way you can keep the image of your hotel chains intact and increase your booking inquiry is by ensuring that all negative reviews are handled carefully and respectfully. Not only this you can also use it as a tool for market research which will surely help the management to provide the customers with a much better and improved service.


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