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Barnes & Noble Yanks DC Comics From Stores
DC comic books are flying off store shelves, but they're disappearing from Barnes & Noble for a totally different reason.
DC comic books may be selling like hotcakes right now, but there's one place where they won't be sold for much longer: retail chain Barnes & Noble. The book seller has announced that it won't be stocking physical copies of DC graphic novels any longer. The reason? DC is exclusively selling digital copies of its comics on Amazon's new Kindle Fire tablet.
DC recently gave Amazon a four-month-long exclusivity deal to sell graphic novels on the Kindle Fire; the deal is set to go into effect on November 15th. Unsurprisingly, Barnes & Noble is not happy about this, and is citing its policy to not sell books that are available in digital formats that exclude its Nook e-reader.
The company's chief merchant Jaime Carey explained: "We will not stock physical books in our stores if we are not offered the available digital format. To sell and promote the physical book in our store showrooms and not have the ebook available for sale would undermine our promise to Barnes & Noble customers to make available any book, anywhere, anytime."
However, just because the comics are being taken out of the physical stores doesn't mean people can't buy them from Barnes & Noble, as they'll still be sold through the retailer's website.
DC, in turn, pointed out that that the digital comics will be available on any device that's compatible with Amazon's Kindle app. "We are disappointed that Barnes & Noble has made the decision to remove these books off their shelves and make them unavailable to their customers," a DC spokesperson said.
How did DC think Barnes & Noble was going to react to this situation? I can totally understand why the retail giant is upset about this deal between Amazon and DC, as it means a huge loss of potential revenue. At the same time, pulling the physical comics from store shelves while still selling them online seems like a response that is simultaneously petty and pointless.
Source: Los Angeles Times
Seems like a child throwing a tantrum to me.
I could see why Barnes & Noble is not happy. But DC kinda walked into this one.
Local comic shops will probably see an increase in revenue because of this... how is that a bad thing?
EDIT: And yeah, that is a kind of round-about way of looking at this issue.
Seems like the tantrum throwing is not just between politicians, journalists and CEOs then.
Does everyone in the real world have this much trouble dealing with straight business issues?
If my mates (online/RL) do something that annoys me, I just ignore them or flick the Vs. What I don't do is storm off in a huff taking my ball in over the normal sleights of life.
Someone I know does, but he's a idiot anyway.
Next time, they should just get out the NERF guns and settle this like nerds.
its going to be funny to see the people say that B&N is acting petty or stupid or whatever when Microsoft did something near the same thing with its XBLA exclusivity (or lack there of) and people seemed to generally greet this as something positive or at least acceptable (if they werent involved in the fanboy wars).
The only thing I can say is, B&N, I enjoy your stores and while I get the principle of what you're doing and the reasoning why, you may want to be careful of just what bridges you burn. Though you really should either go all in or all out.
I'll take eight of those light hotcakes!
Also, aww, B&N is butthurt their ebook reader isn't as good as the Kindle. Better luck next time, B&N!
Good news for local comic shops everywhere!
Yea, that's smart when similar companies *coughBorderscough* are going out of business. Let's just get rid of this hot-selling product where most would buy it because this company signed an agreement with someone else! Who cares if we lose sales, our assholeishness will pay off in the end because they'll come back to us on bended knees begging us to sign an exclusivity agreement of our own! Nevermind the fact that most people who read these comics will find a place to buy them anyways!
Seriously, this is just stupid. And I doubt they sell every book they sell in-store on their ereader anyways. I'd be surprised if they had every graphic novel/manga on the nook that they sell in store. It's possible mind you. I just doubt it.
So their potential profits are limited, so they decide to limit them more?
Okay so they're the ONLY ones who are going to suffer from that decision. Take that hot selling product off the shelf this instant!
While the decision is questionable, the reasoning behind it makes a lot of sense. At least to me.
I'm not affected either way.
It isn't really an issue is it? Every bookstore I've ever been to stocks their comics on poorly balanced spinning racks that wreck them up the ass. No care taken at all and they look like they've been read through 40 times.
Cheap digital distrubution is more or less the future for comics.
Thought this was going to be another half joke about new superman saying god damn, or starfire being a raving slut in this iteration. I thought they were joking but then I read Red Hood and the Outlaws #1 loled good.
That sir is meme-worthy.
OT (so I don't get yelled at): Since the agreement with Amazon is only for 4 months, maybe B&N could have waited to see how things went, then got all pissy about it when/if it becomes permanent.
This draws many similarities from the whole Steam vs. EA fiasco, doesn't it?
This is probably because NO-ONE OWNS A NOOK
Okay hold up a second. Do Barnes and Noble seriously think comic book buyers use... Kindle. To the extent it will impact their business?
...Is no one seeing the humor in this. I mean no offense but the majority of comic book readers/buyers are not going to be owning a kindle and most of them want the physical copy for collection purposes.
Oh well, here's to the comic book stores. Carry on folks.
In other, more suprising news, apparently there is a Barnes and Noble still open somewhere in the world.
So rather than get *some* of the profits from selling these exclusive DC comics, they'd rather get *none* of the profits.... Am I the only one having trouble getting this logic? I realize there's certainly information involved in this decision I'm not privy to, but it just seems to fly in the face of common sense.
No, it's just "actually doing something about being slighted versus laying down and taking everything".
I'm actually with B&N on this one. DC wants to be exclusive in a format, fine, just don't expect favors from those you offend by doing so....
Then again I'm partly biased because I don't like DC as much as I do Marvel.
Except it's not about doing any favours. Also, I love what this says: We're not getting a cut from your digital sales, so now we won't get a cut from ANY of your sales. Screw you, nose, I'm out to spite my face
Hmmm, I'm wondering when people will learn that cutting off your nose to spite someone else's face is not great business practice.
Again, see my personal bias on this issue.
Aw! I was hoping it was because DC's new line is full of disgusting sexist bullshit! :(
But I guess I'm done with DC anyway regardless of where I can and cannot purchase their bullshit comics.
Business! Dealings! Repercussions!
This story has it all.
Well, with this and the Borders closings, I guess I'm getting that new Kindle Fire for Christmas...
/facepalm. Its not exclusive... exclusive doesn't mean what you all think it means.
Number 1. you can purchase digital DC stuff through Comixology which does not require the kindle.
Number 2. Its only exclusive to the amazon app, not the kindle & since the Nook Colour can use the amazon App, the Nook can also read DC digital comics
Number 3. Of course DC is going to go with the Kindle Fire. The Kindle Fire has name recognition, Amazon backing (which also has name recognition), is more technologically advanced then the Nook, is newer then the Nook, is more competitively priced then the Nook & supports cloud storage.
No, this is just B&N throwing a big old tantrum because Amazon is once again getting the better of them... just like they have in every other field.
I know nothing about comics and I'm biased, so with that out of the way, good riddance. Lose the sales, B&N! That's what you get when you're idea of a coupon is 10% off MSRP.
I don't think there is any logic. I can't imagine anyone gives much of a damn about B&N.com when online shopping because of the elephant in the digital room (i.e. Amazon.com), and I don't think anyone would really care about B&N's precious
Again, not a comic person, but I always guessed that part of the appeal was owning a physical copy; I'm similar with books and CDs.
How in the hell did Borders go under before this dumb company? Sheesh! :P
[1] "However, just because the comics are being taken out of the physical stores doesn't mean people can't buy them from Barnes & Noble, as they'll still be sold through the retailer's website."
Isn't this the exact same thing that happened between Ubisoft and Gamestop, only handled with bucketfuls more of grace?
It doesn't bother me either, but that's because DC decided that my comics weren't good enough for a reboot. They managed to cancel my pull. If they had remade the comics I was reading, I would still be a DC customer.
I think Barnes and Noble should rethink pissing on DC over a short-term exclusivity deal. That's just me though.
In 3 months, are they going to come out and say that they're sorry for throwing a fit, and want the comics back. I'm sure that would work, but you just can't get those customers back.
Hmmm. In this day and age, this is a very dumb business move. Being petty and childish is unprofessional and ultimately costly.
I guess...Im relitivly new to the comic thing, but for some reason a physical copy of a comic just seems more..."right", more so than a book, I think because its more than text, its also pretty pictures
The DC digital program isn't all that bad but I agree that it's much easier to admire the artwork in a physical copy rather than a digital one. The advantage I like best of the digital program is that it lets you pick up stories you're interested in following but don't want to devote shelf space for.
Getting to the topic of the article, however, I also feel like B&N is shooting themselves in the foot here. They set up these really nice comfy stores that encourage you to browse & pick up items you might not have known about so cutting down their selection means fewer sales and a bit of a bitter taste in customer's mouths since these items are not available because B&N refuses to stock them. I suppose I'll change my tune if DC caves and works out a deal that pleases the B&N overlords but since I don't really see that happening I just feel disappointed that my old favorite source of DC comic trades won't have them anymore. My local comic shop is awesome but just doesn't have the resources to stock a robust trade section like my nearest B&N did. Oh well. More money for Steam games I guess.
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No. 2948: PIT STOP
by Andy Boyd
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Today, a sight to behold. The University of Houston's College of Engineering presents this series about the machines that make our civilization run, and the people whose ingenuity created them.
Magic shows are fun because we get to experience the impossible. Still, we know there's trickery afoot. But what about those times when the magic isn't magic? When we witness something that's seemingly impossible but proves all too real?
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Then there's the team. Each wheel receives the attention of three people. One removes the old tire, one positions the new, and a third operates the gun. They're joined by two jack men, one front, one rear, who raise and lower the car. Together they dance their own highly abbreviated version of the Minute Waltz.
Ferrari pitstop during the Malaysia Formula 1, May 8-10, 2011 (Royal Dutch Shell/Flickr)
It's not a job for just anyone. Pit crews train like athletes in specialized facilities. Their moves are choreographed: how to grasp a tire; where and when to move their feet. Teams that take over 3 seconds aren't cutting it. But when a pit crew's clicking, it's a sight to behold; a sight that leaves you asking, "did I really see that?" But not to worry — you did. That is, of course, unless you blinked your eyes...
[audio: Chopin's Minute Waltz]
I'm Andy Boyd at the University of Houston, where we're interested in the way inventive minds work.
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Notes and references:
A scheduled pit stop was used in the 1957 German Grand Prix by winner Juan Manuel Fangio, but industry acceptance is typically accorded to the efforts of the 1982 Brabham team.
Refueling was banned for the ten year stretch from 1984 to 1993, though this is not explicitly mentioned in the essay to avoid on-air confusion. During this period efforts focused on improving the speed of tire changes, just as they did after 2010, but they didn't approach the 2 second mark. See: Gray, W. Tech Talk: Can F1 Pit Stops Get Even Quicker? Eurosport, April 9, 2013. https://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/will-gray/gray-matter-f1-stops-even-quicker-101951154.html. Accessed May 27, 2014.
Some excellent videos of Formula One pit stops can be found at: http://kottke.org/14/02/f1-pit-stop-ballet and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xvu0GlMa3xQ. Accessed May 27, 2014.
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The "Burmese python" Aung La N Sang is ready. Ready for his "toughest test" as he told the media this Wednesday on an open workout in Myanmar Plaza. On Friday 3 of November, the middleweight world champion Aung La N Sang will face heavyweight Alain "The panther" Ngalani in the non-title open weight bout called "ONE: Hero's dream" in Yangon.
To prepare the fight, he worked only with heavyweights, Aung La N Sang told Mizzima. Myanmar's first-ever mixed martial arts (MMA) champion said that he had sparred eight straights rounds with four different heavyweights. Furthermore, he had been working on his wrestling, which in some of his last fights seemed to be "kind of weak" as he remembers. Describing his actual physical condition Aung La N Sang highlights"I am stronger than ever and well prepared." If Alain Ngalani gives him an opening sometimes in the fight, he will be "able to take advantage of it," the "Burmese python" said.
But there is no easy task waiting for him. Alain Ngalani is a Muay Thai and kickboxing heavyweight world champion and holds ONE heavyweight knockout records. Originally, he is from Cameroon, but lives and trains now in Hong Kong. Aung La N Sang describes his opponent as a "fast, explosive, super athletic heavyweight," that moves "like a lightweight."
Fighting against him is going to "open up doors for superfights," Aung L N Sang told Mizzima. In the future, he does not plan to change his weight class long-term and probably go back to middleweight." It is not quite a good idea for me to fight heavyweight all the time, I do have to watch out for my longevity," he said.
Four months ago, on 30 of June 2017, Aung La N Sang captured the middleweight title belt of ONE Championship, Asia's largest promotion. With this title, the 32-year-old became an iconic fighter in Myanmar. "I do not forget, how much support I am getting here," he clarifies. This support would drive and motivate him. Despite the fame, he stayed humble as he said: "I see myself as a regular working man and not as a hero. But because I am able to do what I love, every day is a blessing."
Aung La N Sang was born in Myitkyina, Kachin State. At the age of 18, he flew to the United States, where he studied agricultural science. In 2012 he got famous in his home state after dedicating some winnings to Kachin refugees and holding a Kachin flag in front of the cameras. At the end of October the mixed martial arts fighter, who has previously spoken about his ethnicity, met for the first time Myanmar's State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi. They also talked about his origins, Aung La N Sang said: "She is receptive, and she is very aware of what's going on." Furthermore, she had encouraged him to use the platform he got through his career for helping the younger generation. Something, that is already in the mind of the "Burmese Python" as he said. If he gets retired, he will "plan to spread his knowledge" and do good with the platform he has.
For his challenge on Friday, Aung La N Sang gets support from Myanmar's State Counsellor. But since he won the world championship, the fights appear less stressful to him. " There is no more pressure," he said. Before this victory he had "twelve years of hard work, twelve years of wins and losses with nothing to show for it,". With the world championship belt he will still "perform to my best," but now "it is fun," he said.
The "Burmese python" Aung La N Sang is ready. Ready for his "toughest test" as he told the media this Wednesday on an open workout in Myanmar Plaza. On Friday 3 of November, the middleweight world champion Aung La N Sang will face heavyweight Alain "The panther" Ngalani in the non-title open weight bout called "ONE: Hero's dream" in Yangon.


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This isn't at all connected to the TV show Modern Family—even though that is pretty funny.
Nor is it meant to usurp the real 10 Commandments. Just go with me on this one, folks! This is a blog.
And what is a "modern family," anyway? Well, there are many variations. Let's just say it's a family—"normal" or "broken" or chosen or bruised or blessed, trying to make a go of it in an age wobbling between Twin Towers, tablets and forgetting to buy milk.
But I think that in this list there are some truths for us all.
10. Thou shalt not use smartphones during family time
9. Thou shalt eat dinner together, facing each other
8. Thou shalt laugh until you shine
7. Thou shalt bear each other's tears
6. Thou shalt simplify and not over-schedule
5. Thou shalt pray with and for each other every day
4. Thou shalt honour God, worship and keep Sunday special
3. Thou shalt be unconditionally loving, fair and consistent in your parenting
2. Thou shalt cherish your partner and grow your love
1. Thou shalt never run out of coffee
Back to the real 10: When Moses came down the mountain and saw his people dancing around the golden calf (Exodus 32:19) he threw the stone tablets with the commandments on them to the ground, smashing them into 1000 bits of broken dreams.
But there's an old story about why and how that happened: Moses was very old at the time. Despite his age he could still muster the strength to carry the tablets because they had God's words on them. But when he saw the people dancing around a golden calf, when he saw their fleeting abandon and lack of will, the words on the tablets disappeared, and they returned to being just heavy stones. As a result, they slipped out of his hands and crashed to the ground.
He no longer had the strength to do what he could before.
But when there's a will there's a way. But the will needs to be there. You need to consciously choose your family.
And when the will is there, you may discover there's a power at work greater than you.


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How did I do? Glad you asked.
- I reduced the debt from 37% ($8.4T) of GDP today to 13.5% of GDP ($3.0T) in 2018.
- I delayed the time when the government will run out of money to fund programs from 2033 until sometime after 2070.
- I shrank the size of the government from 20.0% of GDP today to 18.4% of GDP in 2018.
- I improved the budget from a several-trillion-dollar deficit today to a surplus of more than $6T in 2018.
- Cap and limit carbon emissions.
- Limit the Bush tax cuts to only the needy.
- Cut military spending by 10%.
- Eliminate pork barrel projects.
I'm all for tax cuts, but not when the government is $37T in debt. I think that paying down the debt is more important than keeping a few more dollars in the rich's pockets. We've been playing a dishonest game of spending more than we make for a long time, and it's time to bite the bullet and own up.
If you haven't played, give it a whirl. You might learn a thing or two. I sure did.


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If the Housework Fairy could wave her magic wand so that you would be exempt from one household chore for the rest of your life, what would you choose, and why?
Jennifer Lohmann: There's no way laundry can top cleaning the bathroom for awful chores. Especially the toilet.
Pamela Hearon: Cleaning the litter box is my least favorite chore. My cat is an old diva (16 years old!) and, yes, I'm thankful she uses the litter box still. But two litter boxes, each used several times a day, keeps me hopping! And it's always YUKKY!
Cathryn Parry: Vacuuming. Vacuuming makes me cry. Luckily, I traded this with my husband--he vacuums, cooks and grocery shops. I do the rest. (I think I made a good deal.) :-)
Vicki Essex: Just one chore?
I'd love to have someone else clean the windows--something I never do anyhow!
Jeannie Watt: I love doing laundry, but I hate folding and ironing. My idea of heaven is to be able to make the clothes clean and have someone else put them away.
Laura Drake: Bad time to ask...I'm moving into my new house, so I'd say unpacking! But that's not truly housework, so I'll have to say vacuuming. After I had back surgery, I couldn't do it anymore - it flat hurt! So my dear Alpha Dog solved the problem. Three days later, Rosie, our robotic vacuum showed up (named after the robotic maid in the the Jetsons). See, it turns out, Texans don't DO vacuuming.
Claire McEwen: I know a lot of people have said cleaning the toilet is the worst, and I agree, but I'd add that cleaning the area around and behind the toilet is my least favorite of all!
Kris Fletcher: Wait - you mean we're supposed to be cleaning these things?
Now chime in, readers, and let us know what job YOU would gladly give up to the Housework Fairy. Remember, misery loves company!


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Music, Mood and Focus
I really like this video posted up by Kevin McLeod. He is this musician that has put lots of royalty free music on this website Incompetech under a Creative Commons license for people to use, and in this video, he talks a little bit about scoring music for movies. I've always thought that music was great for creating an overall mood and enhancing what's happening on screen, but little did I know that it can also be used to create focus. In this video, he shows a film clip that has two characters with different emotions. When he uses music that matches the mood of one of the character, our eyes are drawn to her. And when he uses music that matches the other character's mood, our eyes are drawn to him. That's an interesting effect that I've never paid attention to before: sound can create or change the focus.
When I think about it, there are other examples that come to mind. For example, if there's sound effects of water dripping, you are more likely to pay attention to that part of the picture. If you hear the sounds of a waterfall, your eyes are more likely to be drawn to the actual waterfall. And when the dark and somber music that is playing while the villain taunts the victim suddenly stops, and is replaced by the hero's fanfare music, we know that the focus has been shifted onto the hero… even if the hero hasn't physically appear on the screen yet! Music (and sounds in general) can certainly play a big part in videos.
PS. Kevin is also working on a new project, FreePD, where he releases some of his music into public domain for people to use in videos or what-not. Is this guy awesome or what? Such generosity!


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The world's greatest environmental threat disproportionately harms women and children, particularly in the developing world: it is indoor air pollution.
The World Health Organization estimates that indoor pollution kills 4.3 million people a year, mainly because 2.8 billion people still use firewood, dung and coal for cooking and keeping warm, breathing polluted air inside their homes every day. Indoor air pollution from cooking and heating with open fires can cause harm equivalent to smoking two packs of cigarettes a day.
And, because of their greater involvement in daily kitchen activities in societies where indoor cooking is prevalent, women experience higher personal exposure levels than men. During long hours spent indoors at their mothers' sides, young children, too, are breathing more life-threatening pollutants than adult males.
It is well known that air pollution in cities like Beijing or Bangkok is far worse than in developed-world cities like New York. On average, developing world cities are 10 times more polluted. But what most don't realize is that the indoor air in the homes of almost half this world's families is 10 times worse than the outdoor air in Bangkok. For most women and children, the polluted public spaces of emerging mega-cities are dramatically cleaner, in terms of air quality, than their own smoke-filled homes.
To put the issue in perspective, take the much more talked-about environmental problem of global warming. WHO estimates that currently 141,000 a year die from global warming, while 4.3 million die right now each year from indoor air pollution—a figure many times higher than even the 250,000 annual deaths from global warming WHO anticipates by 2050. Of course, this does not mean global warming is an unimportant environmental issue, but clearly indoor air pollution should be given high priority as an urgent concern of humanitarians.
The good news is that it is comparatively cheap to tackle the issue. One effective step is to provide half of these 2.8 billion people with improved cooking stoves, which dispel smoke to the outside through chimneys and vents. That alone would save almost half a million lives each year, and avoid 2.5 billion disease days. The cost would be around $5 billion a year, but this investment would yield economic, social and environmental benefits amounting to $52 billion a year.
Right now, we are presented with an important window of opportunity to influence environmental priorities as the world's 193 governments are gearing up to select a set of development and environmental targets for the next 15 years through the United Nations. These new targets are set to replace the very successful Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) that expire this year.
My think tank, the Copenhagen Consensus, has asked 60 teams of top economists, including several Nobel laureates, to evaluate the economic, social and environmental costs and benefits of some of these proposals, to guide policy makers in the direction of the targets expected to do the most good.
The experts have not only looked into air pollution, they have addressed a wide range of the top environmental challenges for the next 15 years. Several of these are particularly consequential for women.
Take access to water and sanitation: Even though we have seen improvement, 750 million people have no access to any safe source of drinking water, and 2.5 billion – almost half of the developing world – lack even a basic latrine. Beyond the economic impact on families, the inconvenience and demoralizing drudgery it leads to, this deficit actually kills 360,000 people each year.
And, again, women are harder hit than men: The shortage of sanitation and places to wash in the slums exacerbates their insecurity. Apart from the disease that spreads from unclean water and lack of sanitation, not having access to facilities means long walks to community toilets which, especially at night, vastly increases the risk of rape and other gender-based violence. Amnesty International did one study aptly titled "Risking Rape to Reach a Toilet."
Most slum residents use shared pit latrines, with as many as 50 to 150 people sharing one location. It can take 10 minutes to walk from the user's home to the toilet. To avoid the perilous journey, some women are forced to resort to "flying toilets"–disposing of human waste by throwing it into the open in a plastic bag.
Moreover, most water is fetched by women: More accessible sources could save them 40 minutes per day. Getting water and sanitation for everyone by 2030 means installing more wells, boreholes and springs to serve 3 billion people with basic sanitation. This will not be cheap. It is likely to cost $45 billion annually, but the results would be massive: 170,000 fewer deaths from contaminated water and 80,000 fewer deaths from improper sanitation.
Similarly, research suggests that women are more likely to die in climate disasters, because they often haven't learned to swim, they have restricted mobility because of their clothing and, in some cultures, women leave their homes and evacuate a threatened area too late because they wait for a male relative to accompany them. In total, about 10,000 women a year die from weather related disasters compared to 4,500 men.
The world's most pressing environmental issues are entwined with human rights challenges. When world leaders meet at the UN in New York in September to agree on the final set of global targets for the next 15 years, we should demand that they focus on the smartest solutions to the environmental ills that do the most harm.
Dr. Lomborg researches the smartest ways to improve the environment and the world. He is one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people in the world, one of the 75 most influential people of the 21st century according to Esquire magazine, and one of the 50 people who could save the planet according to the UK Guardian. Lomborg has repeatedly been named one of Foreign Policy's Top 100 Global Thinkers. With his think tank, the Copenhagen Consensus, he works with 100+ of the world's top economists and 7 Nobel Laureates to identify the most effective solutions across development and environment. His latest book is Prioritizing The World.


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"When you're fighting mental illness like you are, you're fighting a silent battle. No one sees just how hard you're constantly having to fight. No one else knows the pain and the inner turmoil like you do. You should be proud of yourself, even when you feel like you're failing. I think anyone fighting a mental illness deserves a Medal of Honor, because that fight is real and its more difficult than most people realize."
"Not everyone will understand your journey. That's okay. You're here to live your life, not to make everyone understand."


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Harriet's provides hard-to-find items for patients with breast cancer, including:
- Scarves
- Hats
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- Postmastectomy camisoles
- Prosthetics
- Self-help books
The boutique offers a relaxing environment designed to relieve stress. The caring staff provides fittings for wigs and prosthetics, helping you find the look that makes you feel confident.
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Blame the weather.
Blame the economy.
Blame Scott Walker.
No matter the reason, Wisconsin is among the top 10 states for people moving out, according to the annual survey from United Van Lines. Forbes reported the story recently and it has been widely circulated — although probably not by many chambers of commerce.
The moving company United Van Lines has been doing the survey for 36 years and analyzed some 125,000 residential moves in the continental U.S. last year. While not scientific, it does provide a nice snapshot of migration patterns, along with fodder for social media chatter.
"I think people see Wisconsin as a dead end," says George Dreckmann, longtime city of Madison recycling coordinator. "The paper industry is near death, the auto industry is gone. Our flagship university is closed to most of the state's kids. The government under both Walker and (former Gov. Jim) Doyle showed no initiative or imagination. If I wasn't 62, I'd be leaving, too."
At No. 10 with 55 percent of 2,405 United Van Lines moves considered "outbound," Wisconsin isn't alone as a Great Lakes state seeing residents flee. Illinois is No. 2 and Michigan is No. 6. New Jersey was No. 1 with 62 percent of moves outbound. The top 10 also includes West Virginia (No. 3), New York (No. 4); New Mexico (No. 5); Connecticut (No. 7); Maine (No. 8) and Kentucky (No. 9).
Weather, slowing economies and a high cost of living is driving most people to leave states in the northeast and the Midwest, Michael Stoll, an urban economist at UCLA, tells Forbes. He notes those states also have large populations over age 65 and that those people have long been migrating to places that are warmer and less expensive to live.
It's a familiar thought to Mick Mathews of Prairie du Sac, a retired University of Wisconsin employee.
"As I've gotten older I don't tolerate winter as well as I did when I was younger," he says. "I haven't moved yet but I think about it."
Washington, D.C., and Oregon were No. 1 and No. 2 for inbound migration on the United Van Lines list. While Oregon isn't known for its warm weather or retirement communities, economist Stoll says Portland is attracting both older and younger people with its mix of a thriving new economy, cutting-edge urban planning and scenic beauty.
For younger people, the lack of economic opportunities seems to be a big reason they left Wisconsin.
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"I couldn't find a good job in my field," says Maddie Greene, a communications manager who moved from Madison to the Bay Area. "The major cities just weren't hiring. California wanted me; Wisconsin did not."
Michael Forster Rothbart, once active on the Madison local government scene, relocated to Oneonta, N.Y., and now works as a photographer at the State University of New York-Oneonta.
"We left because my wife couldn't get a job in Wisconsin after finishing her degree at UW," he says.
Wisconsin isn't a newcomer to the list of states that people are fleeing. It has been in the top 20 for years and was as high as No. 8 in 2009 when 57 percent of moves tracked by United Van Lines were outbound.
Still, many working in emerging "new economy" fields here have only good things to say — at least about Madison.
"This ranking highlights how local economies can get overshadowed by broader state economies — in particular if we look specifically at Madison," says Forrest Woolworth, chief operating officer at Per Blue, a computer gaming firm.
Woolworth, who is also active in Capital Entrepreneurs, notes that Madison has been growing and was ranked one of the best cities to relocate to in America by CNBC.
"Madison is a very favorable place to live and relocate to and has almost identical attributes that (Forbes) mentions of the top areas currently drawing people," he says, including a maturing high-tech sector and many government jobs that can attract highly-educated professionals.
Ditto, says Max Lynch co-founder of Drifty Co., a tech startup that makes it easier for people to build websites and mobile apps.
"The reason we are staying in Madison is simple: the cost of living makes starting tech companies incredibly easy and access to talent is awesome," he says. "The university has so many incredibly talented people. The trick seems to be to promote our local scene so they stay. It doesn't hurt that Madison is gorgeous and filled with progressive, intelligent people."
Unfortunately, the divisive political scene in Wisconsin is leaving some people with a sense that things are going in the wrong direction.
"My parents moved here in 1973 because of Wisconsin's reputation for a great educational system and quality of life issues — lots of beautiful state parks and lakes, excellent highway system, great employment opportunities, valuing the contributions of the creative class," says Gwen Rice, communications director with Forward Theater Company in Madison. "If given the choice, I'm not sure they would come to the Wisconsin of 2013."
Linda Wyeth, a freelance writer from Wausau, moved to Wisconsin from Illinois in 1981 and is unhappy with the Republican takeover of the state.
"My husband and I are considering moving to Vermont, home of Bernie Sanders," she says. "We cannot stand the political environment here under the rule of Scott Walker and tea party Republicans, who are in charge in our county. We have worked our heart and soul out to get decent people elected, to no avail. While the rest of the state was cheering in November, we were crying. Here we are stuck with Terry Moulton, Scott Suder and Sean Duffy. How awful can it get? The ONLY thing keeping us here right now is our grandchildren."


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If I could teach my girls one thing, if I could pass on one little nugget in this world, it would be to never be too easily pleased.
I am.
I am that kid in the mud, in the slum turning my nose up at the holiday at sea God regularly offers me.
I think I have things handled.
My mud pies are lookin' pretty good. I have perfected them. In fact, they are better than lots of other people's mud pies.
But they are still mud. In the slum. And I can too easily be okay with that.
God is changing that for me…
But for you, my girls….
My prayer is that you would learn to enjoy every minute of your holiday at sea. You are a daughter of God.
Don't settle for the mud pies that leave you hungering, thirsting, scrounging and grabbing for more.
Enjoy all of the freedom a holiday at sea offers. Enjoy the burdens unloaded, and the truest taste of joy you could ever possibly know.
And then, sweet daughters, remember that taste, that goodness, the sweetness of burdens that are light.
And never settle for less than that.
Never be duped into thinking that any mud pie could ever satisfy.
Fan the flames of your godly desires and trust him to do infinitely more than you could ever imagine. The waters may get rocky at times, but your holiday at sea is worlds away from the slum. In the midst of the storm, your anchor is secure, your ship is solid.
So, set sail sweet girls, let go of the mud pies and feast on the high seas.


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Below is a summary of the major initiative The Race Conversation.
So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.
John 13:34 NLT
What is the initiative and its purpose?
- The Beloved Community: to build a Beloved Community of inclusivity within the Annual Conference that cultivates cultural competency among us
- To initiate and integrate discernment and discussion surrounding the pain, fears and hopes regarding race relations
- An Office of Multi-Cultural Ministries has been established
- Ten critical success factors have been outlined to define this initiative's success.
- We have invested in capacity building by training Multi-Cultural Resource Facilitators (MRFs) to facilitate ongoing Beloved Community training throughout the Annual Conference
- The majority of the full-time appointed clergy have attended a minimum of one three-day inclusivity training workshop
- The majority of Conference staff have participated in a half-day training session on inclusivity
- Beloved Community training is being offered to the laity of each of the nine districts, and training options have been offered during annual district training events
- The South Central District is organizing a multi-cultural team to engage and mentor its constituents in race and cultural relations
- We produced a teaching video that models how church and community members can dialogue about justice issues, and it has been disseminated throughout the Conference
- We have distributed resources offered through general church boards and agencies to our Conference members
- Cultivating an Annual Conference that understands and appreciates racial and cultural differences, with districts that foster open, honest and healthy dialogue regarding race relations
- Seeking to channel Beloved Community resources and guidelines conference-wide, including local churches
- Seeking to strengthen our voice as United Methodists in areas of economic vulnerability and racial tension and in statewide conversations about mass incarceration
- Assuring that every person (clergy and lay) has access to the training that will better position him/her to serve with others with respect, equitable access and full participation in the work and ministry of the Annual Conference
There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
Galatians 3:28 NIV
Tomorrow: The local church as a learning community


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High-risk car insurance: How to shop for it
You may think you're pretty good behind the wheel. But if you rack up enough accidents, speeding tickets or even one serious infraction -- such as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs -- you may find yourself classified as a "high-risk driver."
As a high-risk driver, you may be able to buy a standard policy at a higher rate from a traditional insurance company, or you may buy what's known as a nonstandard policy, where there are restrictions on, say, who can drive the car or how much coverage you can buy.
The nonstandard market includes both small, niche companies, and some major carriers, like Geico and Nationwide, which have divisions selling non-standard coverage.
How much more is high-risk auto insurance?
You'll definitely pay more for coverage as a high-risk driver. For instance, an Insure.com rate analysis found that, on average, drivers will pay 76 percent more after a drunken driving conviction, 66 percent more if they have poor credit, 36 percent more for two speeding tickets and 29 percent more after an accident that injures another motorist.
But, that doesn't mean you can't still save money. The good news is that you'll probably save more money by comparing car insurance rates than a standard or preferred driver would, because you're starting from a much higher rate to begin with.
Not all insurers treat high-risk drivers the same way. Some companies will assess much harsher rate penalties than others on high-risk customers, which means it's always wise to compare car insurance quotes before buying a high-risk policy. Finding the most forgiving carrier can ease the painfully high rates that typically come with being a high-risk driver.
List of high-risk auto insurance companies
Companies that cater to high-risk drivers include:
- The General, a subsidiary of American Family Insurance
- Direct Auto and Life Insurance
- Titan Insurance, a subsidiary of Nationwide Insurance
- Dairyland Insurance, a subsidiary of Sentry Insurance
- Geico Casualty, the high-risk branch Geico
- Infinity Insurance
- Safe Auto Insurance
- Gainsco Insurance
- Victoria Insurance
- Bristol West Insurance
- Affirmative Insurance
- Alliance United Insurance
- United Automobile Insurance
- Access Auto Insurance
In addition to comparing car insurance rates, here are five key things to note about buying a high-risk auto insurance policy:
There may be limits on who else can drive your car: Some companies that sell nonstandard auto insurance will cover only specific drivers who are named in the policy.
Your driving record may be reviewed more often: Insurance companies may not always look at the driving record of safe drivers every year. However, an insurer may check the record of a high-risk driver upon policy renewal time, and hike rates if there are any moving violations.
You may not be insured for punitive damages. A nonstandard policy also may not cover you if you're in a wreck and you're sued for punitive damages and lose.
Here are some other things you should know about how insurers handle high-risk drivers.
Am I a high-risk driver?
Before selling you car insurance, insurers will check a number of things -- including your driving record and claims and credit history.
According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), drivers fall into one of the following categories:
- Preferred: Drivers with outstanding driving records, excellent credit and buy higher limits. This group gets the lowest car insurance rates.
- Standard: Average drivers with good driving records and average credit. This group get decent rates.
- Nonstandard: Young, inexperienced drivers and drivers with many tickets and accidents or a reckless driving or DUI history (also known as high-risk drivers). This group poses a lot of risk to insurers so pay more than the other groups for their car insurance premiums.
And then there is a fourth category: Drivers who can't convince any insurance company to sell them a policy.
This type of driver can still buy insurance through their state's "assigned risk" pool but they'll typically have to prove they've been repeatedly rejected by car insurance companies, and their premiums will be two to three times higher than the national average.
In addition to having multiple accidents, speeding tickets or a DUI, there are other factors that can push you into the high-risk category. The following items will not necessarily dump you in the "assigned risk pool," but the are factors that can increase your car insurance rates.
- Bad credit score. Although you can't be denied insurance altogether for a lousy credit score, it can be a factor in what an insurance company will charge you in most states.
- A lapsed insurance policy. If you failed to pay your car insurance premium and had your policy cancelled by another insurance company, other car insurance companies will likely find out and factor that into your premium. You'll also pay higher rates if you drove without insurance for a period of time -- in some states it has to be at least 30 days -- in the previous 12 months.
- A young driver with no record. Inexperienced drivers are among the riskiest around. It's important to establish and maintain a good driving record if you want inexpensive insurance.
- Your profession: People who drive great distances for their job -- delivery drivers for example -- are considered high-risk drivers by many car insurance companies. If you drive for work and not just to work, you probably need a business auto policy, not a regular personal lines policy.
- Your car: Certain types of high-powered cars, including some sports cars, can fuel higher auto insurance rates. These cars are expensive to repair and their drivers tend to make more claims. Check out Insure.com's list of the most and least expensive cars to insure to see how vehicle choice can impact your rates.
What to do if you can't get car insurance
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How long are you considered a high-risk driver?
Most car insurance companies will forget about your accidents and poor driving record if you maintain a clean driving record for at least three years. But this varies by insurer. Some will look back as far as five years when assessing how risky a driver you are. If the offense has fallen off your driving record, your insurer should no longer be able to use it to increase your rates.
Many states use a point system that assigns a score according to the severity of an incident. Insurers use a different system of "insurance points" that they associate with various traffic violations, accidents and claims. Just as with state points, the more severe the offense, the more points you're assigned.
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Does it seem like I've made a massive leap from soggy broccoli and pureed carrots to proper gourmet meals? Ha! It feels like that to me… but the days have really flown on this diet.
Over the past week I've realised that I can actually already make some pretty awesome dishes based on foods I've already introduced. That, combined with the fact that I'm slowly introducing the skin and seeds of well-cooked vegetables means that I have much more freedom to create exciting meals.
Tonight, I cooked a delicious chicken dish that I made up from ingredients I can already eat. I can't actually believe how good it was, so I'm going to share the recipe here.
Coconut ginger chicken with cauliflower rice
- 400g skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- Half a lemon
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 400ml coconut milk (homemade – I made mine 'lite' by diluting 1 cup with water)
- 250g broccoli florets
- 200g baby marrow, peeled and sliced into batons
- 2 handfuls cherry or baby roma tomatoes, sliced into halves
- Handful of fresh coriander, chopped
- Salt & pepper
- 1 small head of cauliflower
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add to a pot with the garlic and all the juice from half the lemon. Add a little hot water and fry on med-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the chicken is no longer pink.
Add the coconut milk, ginger and vegetables to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until veg is tender and flavours are infused.
While the chicken is simmering, 'rice' the cauliflower by grating it,then place it into a microwave-safe bowl and add a little water. If you like, sprinkle some lemon juice over it for extra flavour. Microwave for 10 minutes or until cooked.
Just before serving, add the coriander to the pot and stir to incorporate. Serve the chicken over the cauliflower rice and garnish with extra coriander if desired.
This dish was so good and I absolutely plan to make it again (and again and again…)
I also can't wait to experiment with other foods and flavours. It's so exciting to be creating completely SCD-legal dishes that are not only helping to heal my gut, but are totally yummy too 🙂 I served tonight's meal with organic rose wine called Live a little. Appropriate, methinks!


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As you may have heard by now, Game of Thrones has gotten renewed. What's surprising, though, is that it was a double renewal. So the show will go on till at least six seasons.
Meanwhile, no news yet on Book Six, The Winds of Winter in the book series which it's based upon. Although I have a feeling we'll hear something anytime between now and May 29. May 30th is George's first 'major' appearance since about November and I have a feeling that he'll submit the manuscript for The Winds of Winter prior to departure (maybe sooner), with an announcement. Either way, I hope it's going well for him, and that Six and Seven give him minimal issue.


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For some, she's just another popstar but for Lovatics, she's their personal hero. Demi Lovato is much more than just a singer. She's an actress, a previous Miss Texas winner and one of the many faces for the Americans for Marriage Equality campaign. If you're new to the Lovatic fandom or if you simply want to know more about your favorite star, check out these 17 Demi Lovato facts that every Lovatic should know…
1. Demi Starred in 'Barney and Friends' with Selena Gomez
Believe it or not, the Disney Channel isn't the first place where Demi kicked-off her career. The Tell Me You Love Me singer began acting at the age of 7 when she starred in Barney and Friends and lived every little girl's dream alongside longtime friend, Selena Gomez.
2. She Had a YouTube Show with Selena
Demi and Selena continued their friendship after starring together in Barney and Friends and even went on to create their own YouTube show called The Demi and Selena Show. Ever since then, the popstars together go by the name of Delena!
3. Demi Was Mini Miss Texas
Demi's pretty face won her the title of Mini Miss Texas in 2000 – 2001! Apparently it was this big win that encouraged her to get more serious with acting and singing! You were born for the stage, Demi!
4. She Starred in Plenty of Disney Programs
Demi rose to stardom in 2008 when she was cast in Camp Rock. After releasing her debut album, Don't Forget, the starlet received her own Disney Channel television series, Sonny With a Chance. Demi also starred in As the Bell Rings on Disney Channel, too!
5. Demi Auditioned for Hannah Montana
If it weren't for Miley Cyrus, it would have been Demi Lovato who was casted as the Disney darling, Hannah Montana. The singer apparently auditioned for the role when she was 14 but failed to get the part. "I wound up not getting it but that's how Disney learned about me", Demi has said.
6. She Dated Miley Cyrus' Older Brother
That's right, Lovatics! Demi Lovato dated Miley Cyrus' brother, Trace back in 2009. When they broke up, Trace said, "We gave it a shot and that's all you can do". People report that it was age and distance that teared their relationship apart.
7. Demi was Bullied at School
Demi shared her sad secret back in 2012. She revealed to the world that she was bullied in middle school. Apparently she had asked her mom to be homeschooled after the seventh grade because she couldn't take it anymore. We're proud of her for coming out on top!
8. Her Sister was in Desperate Housewives
Demi is one of 4 sisters in the Lovato household! Her three sisters go by the names of Dallas Lovato, Amber Lovato and Madison De LaGarza who starred in Desperate Housewives as Juanita Solis. Do we have another rising star on our hands?
Learn a little more about Selena Gomez in our facts article!
9. Demi isn't Just a Singer
Demi is made up of many talents! Not only is she a fantastic singer and actress, Demi also plays the piano and guitar. Let's not forget that she's a songwriter too! She's written almost all of her tracks!
10. She has Over 10 Tattoos!
Demi Lovato sure loves ink! She has over 10 tattoos on her body including the words "Stay Strong" engraved on her wrist after suffering from emotional and physical issues. Demi also has a cross tattoo on the side of her hand and the words "You Make Me Beautiful" on her ribcage which she got at the age of 16. Other tattoos include a feather, a string of birds and the words "Faith" and "Peace".
11. Demi Went to Rehab for an Eating Disorder
The bullying Demi suffered at school led to emotional problems as well as anorexia and bulimia. Her emotional and physical problems were so strong whilst touring with the Jonas Brothers, she had to pull out and see help in 2010. The popstar also allegedly self-harmed by cutting her wrists and admitted to taking cocaine. Demi was later diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2011. She released a documentary about her time in the treatment center called Stay Strong in 2012. Demi's been doing great ever since!
12. She's the Co-Owner of Her Treatment Center
This is why we love Demi, she uses her celebrity status to advocate for mental health. In 2011, the singer sought treatment for help with depression, bulimia and substance abuse at the CAST Centers. She's now the co-owner of the CAST Centers in West Hollywood, California. Congrats, girl!
13. She Almost Killed Paul McCartney
Talk about awkward! In 2012, Demi admitted that she almost ran over Paul McCartney from The Beatles whilst parking her car. The singer took to Twitter to tell the funny story.
So…. today I was pulling into a parking space that some guys were standing in the middle of, and almost hit them….. When one of the guys
— Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) April 10, 2012
turned around…. it was a BEATLE…….. Yes, YOU HEARD ME…. SIR PAUL McCARTNEY!!! He was so sweet!! Can't believe I met him today.. WOW!
— Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) April 10, 2012
And…. I can't believe I almost ran over a Beatle……. :l
— Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) April 10, 2012
14. Demi is an Ambassador for Secret's "Mean Stinks" Campaign
After experiencing bullying firsthand, Demi took a stand and decided to help others who are going through the same thing. In 2012, she became the new ambassador for Secret's "Mean Stinks" campaign. This campaign encourages girls to "gang up for good" to end bullying in schools.
15. She was the Face of Americans for Marriage Equality Campaign
In 2014, Demi became the face of the human rights campaign's re-launch of Americans for Marriage Equality. In her PSA, Demi declared, "Whether you're LGBT or straight, your love is valid, beautiful and an incredible gift," When speaking at Logo TV's inaugural "Trailblazers" special, Demi revealed that her grandad had been gay and that "a lot of [her] spirit" comes from him. We applaude you for supporting the LGBT community, Demi!
16. Demi Dated Wilmer Valderrama for 6 Years
The Heart Attack singer was in an on-and-off relationship with actor, Wilmer Valderrama since 2010 until 2016. Demi revealed to Cosmopolitan that she had broken up with That '70s Show star when she had been relapsing. They got back together but she announced in June 2016 that she had split up with Wilmer but they remain as "best friends".
17. Demi is Open About her Bisexuality
That's right. On Chatty Man in 2015, Demi (sorta) admitted that she was bisexual. The lyrics for her single Cool for the Summer even suggested the singer was "experimenting". In 2017, it was rumored Demi was dating DJ Lauren Abedini.
Demi Lovato at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA – September 10 pic.twitter.com/2NLkE4xekg
— Demi Lovato News (@justcatchmedemi) September 11, 2017
Whether it's her support for anti-bullying campaigns or her battle through personal struggles, we're sure we've taught you a thing or two about the Sorry Not Sorry singer. If these facts about Demi Lovato haven't turned you into a Lovatic yet, we don't know what will!
This article was originally published on October 31, 2015.


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When you're a fangirl, it's super easy to develop strong opinions about your faves especially when you've been a fan of theirs for a few years. Most Directioners have deep opinions on the 1D boys, but how do yours stack up against the rest?
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I just did a project with embroidery thread, so I was thrilled when I came across this jewelry project by Rachel. You see, I have a lot of thread left over . . . so why not create my own embroidery floss beads? Not only do you get to use up the floss, but you also get to use up scrap paper and Mod Podge with the cute tutorial. It's very easy and you'll be wearing a new piece of jewelry in no time (could adapt to a necklace or bracelet!). Visit Rachel below for more info.
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Southend has a wealth of culture that is illustrated by the worth of its heritage assets being valued at nearly £40million.Really...?
The antiques and collectables that belong to the council include the millennium clock, which was taken down after it was damaged. The clock is now in storage and there are no immediate plans for it, but the council have said they are happy to consider suitable areas within and outside of council ownership.Ah, yes. How could I forget?
A bronze statue depicting a mythological rape had to be moved from being on display outside the courthouse in Victoria Avenue, before being moved to the Civic Square and then to the courtyard of the Palace Theatre, in Westcliff.
Later, it was moved to the Civic Centre when it caused outrage among staff and again moved to Porters, in Southend. The controversial statue of Leda and the Swan was criticised by the public as the "rape" statue.Ah, yes. 'The public' being the usual tiny gaggle of SJWs and VirtueSignallers. Most of the public couldn't give a stuff.
And the incompetence continues...
In 2006 Southend Council were given £390,000 by the Arts Council for an art installation - Lifelines. The 54-metre-long installation depicted a wave in a clear acrylic box fell victim to vandalism and condensation also became a problem before it was removed and put into storage.Who'd have guessed?


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This new TWIP show is all about the Sony Alpha Mirrorless line of cameras which include the α7 series cameras as well as the α6000 series, and even the RX series may get a mention from us from time to time.
But this podcast it's so much more than that, it's also about photography in general. Our hope with this podcast is to provide real world experience and knowledge about these innovative new cameras as we use them in the real world. We will also talking about accessories, how to use them to shoot video and bring you relevant interviews with other experts and users of these Alpha camera systems.
Our principal drive in creating this podcast is the incredible amount of interest we have seen on the Sony Alpha mirrorless line of cameras and information on these systems has been spread out all over the internet without a single authoritative source of information. Andy and I have experienced this interest first hand from our workshop participants, plus it looks like many of you have been renting these cameras to experiment with them, so much so that Lens Rentals recently disclosed that the α7R2 II and α72 II are the two top rented cameras of 2015.
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Meatless Monday Lunches
Pita Sandwich
Serving: 4 (1 Sandwich each)
170 Calories per serving
Pita breads are available in the deli section of most super markets. Select whole-wheat ones, whenever available.
Nutrition information per Serving:
Calories: 170
Total Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol 20mg
Sodium: 430mg
Total Carbohydrates: 25g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Protein: 16g
- 2 each whole-wheat pita bread, 6 inches
- 6 oz canned tuna (packed in water)
- 1 large fresh tomato, sliced
- 1 small cucumber, seeds removed, peeled and diced (approximately 1 11-2 cups)
- 1/2 plain low-fat yogurt
- 1/2diced seedless cucumber
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tbsp. vinegar
- 2tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Reserve 1/2-1 cup cucumber and set aside in a bowl
- Combine the yogurt, 1/2 cup cucumber, garlic, vinegar and 1 tablespoon dill to create the herbed yogurt.
- chill to allow flavors to blend (may also be used as a dip or salad dressing).
- Heat pitas.
- cut in half crosswise and pull apart to make pockets.
- Divide the tuna, tomato, and remaining cucumber evenly and place in the four pita pockets.
- Top with herbed yogurt.
- Garnish with remaining 1 tablespoon dill


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Our grandfathers believed that wine-making was something sacred. The work in the vineyards along with the wine-making in the cellar and finally enjoying the fruit of their efforts was the lifestyle of people living in Brda.
In the wine-cellar the ancient wine-makers acted according to natural cycles. To preserve fully ripened grapes and develop it in the best possible way they sterilized the carefully washed and dried barrels with home-grown herbs. Thyme, bay, rosemary and sage were charcoal-burned and used to flavour the barrels.
Our grandfathers called the wine that matured in these oak barrels »motnik« and this way they produced the only red variety growing in Brda – black rebula or pokalca. With our Motnik we endeavour to preserve the ancient tradition and enrich it with contemporary know-how as well as the interpretation of one of the most remarkable Slovene oenologists, Darinko Ribolica, and the wine-maker of Wine-cellar Goriska Brda, Igor Skubin.
In Motnik the Mediterranean aromas meet the perfect style of one of the most renowned Slovene wineries.
- Wine growing area: Brda
- Position: SW, E
- Vineyard shape: terraced
- Altitude: 200 m
- Vine training: single Guyot
- Spacing: 4,000 – 5,000 vines/ha
- Vineyards aged: 30-40 years
- Type of soil: flysch, marl, sandstone
- Climate: sub-Mediterranean, a mixture of warm sea air and cold Alpine winds
- Variety: 100% rebula, autochthonous variety of the Brda
- Harvesting: exclusively handpicked grapes
- Fermentation
- 100% in slavonian oak barrels
- Maceration
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Cella in Blue – Art and Play
Build and Play - Hide and seek with CellaIn the cube of the cube More…
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In the cube of the cube of the cube... The smallest unit within a cell, or the most sacred chamber of an ancient temple – Cella symbolizes this path. Nine half cube shells create a game of spatiality with almost endless possibilities. Furthermore with its reduce design it is very decorative and fits perfectly on a sideboard too.
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Happy New Year, one and all!
I haven't blogged in quite a while, but it's a good feeling to be back. For the new year, I have added a new chapter post to my blog: "Would It Change?" It's a fresh twist that I hadn't predicted. Originally, Yan was just a smelly, loser of a character. But enough of personal plot spoilers, I've got news!
Over the Christmas vacation, I have gotten the opportunity to watch even more television than usual, and I am proud to admit that I am freshly addicted to the CW show "Vampire Diaries". I eagerly await every Thursday night for a new hour-long episode. Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley (among others) bring life to L.J. Smith's "Vampire Diaries" book series. I reserve this saying for very special occasions, and I will use it now. "Vampire Diaries" is Ultimate Awesomeness.
To the Harry Potter fans, I am sincerely sorry that the final flick is completed. This is the end of a long and illustrious journey for the movie make of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" book series. I've read them from the age of ten, and instantly fell in love with the characters. I feel your pain. Watch "Vampire Diaries"; it'll make you feel better.
Always remember: peace and love, and "Vampire Diaries" makes the world a better place.
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#962 Thomas Steyer
Fortune: self made
Source: hedge funds
Net Worth: $1.2 bil
Country Of Citizenship: United States
Residence: San Francisco, California , United States, North America
Industry: Investments
Marital Status: married, 4 children
Education: Yale University, Bachelor of Arts / Science
Stanford University, Master of Business Administration
Former Yale soccer player got start as Morgan Stanley analyst. Stanford MBA, then risk arbitrage at Goldman Sachs. Founded hedge fund firm Farallon Capital Management in 1986; joined private equity outfit Hellman & Friedman that same year. Serves on Board of Advisors to Common Sense Media, non-profit dedicated to improving family-friendly media. Named trustee of Stanford in 2007.
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