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History & Mission
The Illinois College of Optometry has a long and distinguished legacy as the oldest continually operating educational facility in the world dedicated solely to the teaching of optometrists. Since its founding in 1872 by Dr. Henry Olin, ICO has remained at the forefront of optometry through the dedicated efforts of faculty, students and alumni.
For more than 135 years, the Illinois College of Optometry has been dedicated to providing an unsurpassed educational experience to optometry students who share our passion for excellence.
The mission of the Illinois College of Optometry is to provide excellence in optometric clinical education.
- ICO will foster high expectations for academic and clinical excellence of our students.
- Experience in providing contemporary patient care is essential to fulfill ICO's mission. The Illinois Eye Institute, as the clinical division of the College, will support the mission through its patient care, clinical training and research initiatives.
- A commitment by the faculty to contribute to the body of knowledge through scholarly activity or patient care excellence is expected.
- An atmosphere and community of influence is expected at ICO to foster the development of leaders in the profession and in our communities.
- Members of the ICO community will act with integrity and will respect the dignity of the individual.
- ICO will recruit highly qualified students from diverse backgrounds and prepare them for a lifetime of health care practice.
News & Events
ICO News
ICO Marks 26th Year for providing vision care to DePaul University athletes On September 9, the Illinois Eye Institute Sports Vision service conducted a sports vision screening for the DePaul University athletic department. ICO students joined Dr. Stephen Beckerman to screen over 130 athletes from about 10 sports. The purpose of the screening was to determine if problems within the visual system were limiting athletic performance. This year, the screening consisted of an evaluation of vision, eye health and athletic skills for vision. |
ICO Announces winners of the 2009 Alumni Association Awards ICO will recognize seven optometrists and two corporations on Friday for making exceptional strides in education, professional achievement, philanthropy, research and patient service, as well as for their outstanding contributions to ICO and the optometric profession. |
ICO Volunteers Make a Difference at MedFest 2009 |
ICO Leaders Meet with AAO President Drs. Augsburger, Block, and Roberts met with Dr. Mark Eger, President of the American Academy of Optometry, to discuss recent activities of the Illinois Chapter of the Academy including ICO's twice annual Rosenbloom Rounds, the Chapter's blogspot, and funding of student travel fellowships. The ICO Student Chapter of the Academy (officers Doan Huynh and Fred Collison) also updated Dr. Eger about their efforts to increase active student membership in the Academy. |
ICO & IEI Give Back to the Community The Illinois College of Optometry and the Illinois Eye Institute partnered with Vistakon to provide free vision and eye health screenings to attendees at the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) conference. More than 100 students, residents and faculty volunteered to screen several hundred adults and children in a specially designed booth at McCormick Place in Chicago. ICO students had the opportunity to practice their skills by interacting with attendees and working with equipment generously provided by Zeiss and Optos. |
ICO Hosted Special Summer Program for Minority Students Twenty-four college students from across the country came to ICO to learn about the profession of optometry during ICO's "Focus on Your Future" summer program. This week-long program, now in its second year, is designed to introduce underrepresented minority undergrads to the profession of optometry. Read the full press release. |
ICO Faculty, Students Attend NOA Convention Students and faculty joined ICO President Dr. Arol Augsburger at the 41st convention of the National Optometric Association (NOA). ICO Board of Trustees member Dr. Millicent Knight, also attended. Dr. Augsburger made a presentation at the convention on the successes of Focus on Your Future, an ICO program designed to introduce underrepresented minority undergrads to the profession of optometry. He also installed the new NOA officers, hosted Congressman James Clyburn (D-SC) at the Awards Banquet, and discussed next steps in the implementation of Board Certification with attendees. |
ProAV Spotlight Awards 15 Winning A/V Projects from Around the U.S. Architect magazine, August 2009 ICO's Eyepod again featured as an innovative technology utilization award winner. |
ICO Provides Sports Vision Services to Jr. Olympic Athletes |
Leading by Example Illinois Governor Pat Quinn joined ICO's Dr. Arol Augsburger at a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Chicago. "One of our key principles is to extend the role of the Illinois College of Optometry through community service," said Dr, Augsburger. Dr. Augsburger just completed his term as president for the organization, which is dedicated to promoting ethical leadership, professional success and friendship among Club members through service in the community and around the world. |
Other News
ICO's Dr. Valerie Kattouf Featured in Carolina Parent Vision changes are typical during pregnancy, says Dr. Valerie Kattouf, an associate professor of optometry and spokesperson for the American Optometric Association. "Even though every pregnant woman doesn't experience blurriness or need new lenses, many find the hormonal fluctuations can cause a myriad of vision symptoms during pregnancy and throughout nursing," Kattouf says. Read the article. |
ICO's Drs. Maino & Donati published in special autism issue of Optometry & Vision Development |
Stay healthy and fit with the help of area professionals |
Smith celebrates 40 years with a new clinic |
Two Prominent Baltimore-Area Doctors Join The Polakoff Foundation Board of Directors |
Researchers: Pediatrics/Ophthalmology statement on vision therapy outdated, flawed "It should also be noted that every school and college of optometry teach courses in and provides clinical experiences for students in the area of vision therapy and that the procedures used in vision therapy have been codified within text books published by major publishers throughout the United States and the international community," said Dominick M. Maino, O.D., M.Ed., professor of Pediatrics/Binocular Vision at the Illinois College of Optometry and editor of Optometry & Vision Development. "Optometric vision therapy is a scientifically sound series of therapeutic procedures used successfully for a number of vision disorders from amblyopia to learning-related vision problems," Dr. Maino said. |
Industry Briefs |
New doctor joins local practice |
Kosir Graduates Doctor Optometry Peshtigo Times, July 22, 2009 Michael Kosir, son of Dan and Mickey Kosir of Silver Cliff, graduated cum laude from the Illinois College of Optometry as a Doctor of Optometry. |
The Illinois College of Optometry is pleased to announce the appointment of Barclay (Bic) Bakkum, D.C., Ph.D., as the new associate dean for academic affairs. Read more |
The Illinois Eye Institute (IEI) has launched Chicago Vision Outreach, a pilot initiative that will improve eye care for patients in desperate need. The program will connect optometrists to underserved patients who suffer from vision and eye care problems often caused by chronic illnesses such as diabetes. This community-focused initiative, which will dramatically increase accessibility to eye care to many Chicago residents, is supported by a total of $350,000 in private grants. Read more |
The National Optometric Association (NOA) recently awarded its "School of the Year" award to the Illinois College of Optometry at the 42nd NOA Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The award is given to a school that supports NOA's mission to advance the visual health of minority populations and was voted on by NOA members. ICO was specifically recognized for its commitment to recruit minority students to the field of optometry. |
ICO congratulates the Class of 2011 for their success in achieving excellence on Part I of the NBEO examination. ICO's pass rate was 97.2%, well above the national average of 92.1% for first-time takers and 85.1% for all takers of the exam. These are outstanding results, and the entire ICO community stands proud. |
With graduation a few short days away, ICO's Class of 2010 began their celebration today during ICO Capstone, an annual event to honor achievements and ready students for commencement. The soon-to-be graduates were joined by ICO faculty, staff, industry representatives, and others to recognize students during the awards presentation. Click here to view the full list of award and scholarship winners. |
The results are in! ICO students achieve a pass rate of 97.9% on Part 2 of the NBEO examination, well above the national average of 90.6%. |
New Fellow class of 2009 includes 15 ICO grads, 4 faculty members
Illinois College of Optometry Doctors Achieve Fellow Status in the American Academy of Optometry |
ICO's Dr. Maino receives prestigious award October 2009 |
The Illinois College of Optometry holds professional accreditation from the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association, which is a member of the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The College is also accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, from which ICO received the strongest possible endorsement from an accrediting body. The degree program curriculum is also approved by the State of Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs.
2. Chun R, Bhakhri R, Coalter J, Jay W. (2012). Smartphone Usage in Patients with Optic Atrophy. Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology, 36(5): 193-195 4. Ittner EA, Klemencic SA. Nutritional Optic Neuropathy Secondary to Topiramate-Induced Appetite Suppression. Optometry, 82(6): 370 5. Kelly S, Pang Y, Klemencic S. (2012). Reliability of the CSV-1000 in Adults and Children. Optometry and Vision Science, 89(8): 1172-81. 6. Lee PP, West SK, Block SS, Clayton J, Cotch MF, Flynn C, Geiss LS, Klein R, Olsen TW, Owsley C, Primo SA, Rubin GS, Ryskulova A, Sharma S, Friedman DS, Zhang X, Crews JE, Saaddine JB. (2012). Surveillance of disparities in vision and eye health in the United States: an expert panel's opinions. Am J Ophthalmol., 154(6 Suppl):S3-7. 8. Pang Y, Allison C, Frantz KA, Block S, Goodfellow G. (2012). A Prospective Pilot Study of Treatment Outcomes for Amblyopia Associated with Myopic Anisometropia. Archive of Ophthalmology, 130(5): 579-584 9. Pang Y, Frantz KA, Schlange D. (2012). Vision Therapy Management for Dissociated Horizontal Deviation. Optometry and Vision Science, 89(11):e72-7. 10. Pang Y, Teitelbaum B, Krall J. (2012). Factors Predicting Base-in Prism Treatment Outcomes in Presbyopes with Convergence Insufficiency. Clinical and Experimental Optometry, 95(2): 192-197. 13. Roberts DK, Lukic A, Yang Y, Wilensky JT, Wernick M. (2012). Multispectral diagnostic imaging of the iris in pigment dispersion syndrome. J Glaucoma, 21: 351-7. 14. Roberts DK, Wilensky JT. (2012). Long anterior lens zonules. Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 40: 764-6. 15. Stone WH, Ittner EA, Teitelbaum BA, Messner LV. (2012). Progressive, Asymptomatic papilledema as the presenting sign of a chiari malformation. Optometry, 83(3): 114-9. 16. Teitelbaum B, Pang Y, Krall, J. (2012). Ocular Surface Disease and Convergence Insufficiency Overlap of Symptom. Optometry, 83(6): 53-55. 17. Winters JE, Stone WH. (2012). Assessment of risk factors for diabetic retinopathy in a low-income, uninsured population. Optometry, 83(6):45-51. Book Chapters and Non-Peer Reviewed Publications 1. Maino D, Donati, R, Pang Y, Viola S, Barry S. Neuroplasticity. In Taub M, Bartuccio M, Maino D. (Eds) Visual Diagnosis and Care of the Patient with Special Needs; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. New York, NY; 2012: 275-288
1. Allen, M, Kattouf, V, Beatty, R, Pang, Y, Messner, S, Messner, L, Devick, S, Huynh, D, Gonzales, C, Franz, S, Pham, B, Pall, J. The King- Devick Test as a Reading Fluency Training Program. American Optometric Association 2012 Annual Meeting. 2. Allison, C, Sigler, M. Visual Findings in Waardenburg Syndrome. American Optometric Association 2012 Annual Meeting.
5. Bhakhri, R, Ittner, E. Progressive Outer Retinal Necrosis Following Varicella Zoster Infection. American Optometric Association 2012 Annual Meeting. 6. Bhakhri, R, Chun, R, Coalter, J, Jay, W. A Survey of Smartphone Usage in Low Vision Patients. The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology 2012 Annual Meeting. 7. Block, SS. Integration of vision screening and outcome data into existing state surveillance systems. American Public Health Association Vision Care Section, American Public Health Association 2012 Annual Meeting.
1. Frantz KA, Elston P, Michalik E, Templeman CD, Zoltoski RK. (2011). Comparison of fixation disparity measured by Saladin card and Disparometer. Optometry and Vision Science, 88(6): 733-741. 2. Klemencic SA, McMahon J, Upadhyay S, Messner LV. (2011). SD OCT as a Predictor of Visual Function in Chronic Solar Maculopathy. Optometry and Vision Science, 88(8): 1014-1019. 3. Klemencic SA, Newman TL, Messner LV. (2011). Selective Inner Retinal Layer Involvement in Syphilitic Retinitis as Evidenced by Spectral Domain OCT. Journal of Optometry, 4(2): 37-40. 4. Maino D. Brock String Debuts at 2011 Consumer Electronics Show. (2011). Optometry and Vision Development, 42(1):6-9. 5. Opitz, DL. (2011). Silicone Punctal Plugs as an Adjunctive Therapy for Open-angle Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension. Clinical and Experimental Optometry, 94(5): 438-442. 6. Pang, Y., Goodfellow, G., Allison, C., Block, S., Frantz, K.A. (2011). A Prospective Study of Macular Thickness in Children with Myopic Anisometropic Amblyopia. Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science, 52(5): 2445-2449.
1. Maino D, Chase C. Asthenopia: Technology Induced Visual Impairment. (2011). Review of Optometry. June Supplement (2): 28-35.
1. Kelly, S, Milunas, V, Jackson, T, Albers, J, Kowalski, J. Simultaneous Measurement of Brightness and Pupil Size with Yellow Tinted-Lenses (YTLs). American Academy of Optometry 2011 Annual Meeting.
2010 19. Leishman, B, Kruouch, Z. Management of Congenital Corneal Scars in a Child. American Optometric Association 2010 Annual Meeting. |
The Illinois College of Optometry has a strong commitment to excellence in research. Some of our current research studies include: Investigators: Daniel K. Roberts, O.D., M.S., Radha Ayyagari, Ph.D., Faye Davis, Ph.D., Jacob Wilensky, M.D. Using a community-based, randomized, controlled multi-center crossover trial, we will evaluate the functional utility for general mobility (walking) of new high power (57 prism diopters (.) - about 30°) permanent peripheral prism glasses, which provide visual field expansion device for patients with homonymous hemianopia. The primary objective will be to compare the high-power prism glasses to a control device (very low power prism glasses). The secondary objective will be to compare the functional utility of two designs of the peripheral prism glasses, the current horizontal design and a new oblique design: We will evaluate the hypothesis that the oblique design provides more useful field expansion for general mobility than the horizontal design. In addition we will also evaluate the use of a simplified prism-fitting protocol for community-based practitioners, which incorporates a standard inter-prism Provision of Low Vision Rehabilitation Services and Devices to Increase Quality of Life in Senior with Vision Loss Investigators: Tracy Matchinski, OD, Derrald Taylor, OD, Janis Winters, OD, Karen Squier, OD and Danielle Poole, OD The risk for developing serious vision and eye problems increases with age, and specifically people over 61 have an increased risk for cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration and other sight-threatening or visually impairing eye conditions. While most visual changes can be corrected by traditional glasses, contact lenses, medical treatment or surgery, those caused by eye diseases or injury can cause permanent loss. People with low vision retain some usable vision but have reduced visual acuity or a significantly obstructed field of vision, or both as well as significant loss of contrast sensitivity, color vision and binocularity/depth perception. As a result, they have difficulty with the activities of daily living (such as reading prescription labels and driving), leisure pursuits, education, vocation and social interactions. Seniors with low vision often experience grief, confusion, fear, anxiety, depression, and loss of self-esteem. Rehabilitative services, environmental modifications, and assistive devices have been shown to be effective in helping people with low vision use their residual vision more effectively. Investigators: Yi Pang, Ph.D., O.D., Sandra Block, O.D., M. Ed, Christine Allison, O.D., Geoffrey Goodfellow, O.D., Brian Caden, O.D., M. Ed, Megan Allen, O.D. ATS is NIH-funded multi-center clinical studies. Several studies in amblyopia treatment have been carried on and the study results become clinical guidelines. Currently, we have 2 ongoing ATS. Investigators: Yi Pang, Ph.D., O.D., Sandra Block, O.D., M. Ed, Christine Allison, O.D., Geoffrey Goodfellow, O.D., Brian Caden, O.D., M. Ed, Megan Allen, O.D. This is a NIH-funded multi-center clinical study. The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of occlusion for the treatment of IXT and to determine the natural history of IXT among patients aged 3 to < 11 years Investigators: Mark M. Rasenick, PhD (P.I at UIC) and Robert J. Donati, PhD Investigators: Yi Pang, Ph.D., O.D., Kelly Frantz, O.D., Sandra Block, O.D., M.Ed, Christine Allison, O.D., Geoffrey Goodfellow, O.D. This study is addressing issues related to the treatment outcomes of amblyopia caused by myopic anisometropia in children 4 to 14 years old. The purpose of the study is to investigate whether macular pathology exists in association with myopic anisometropia and to determine if there is VA improvement with refractive correction alone and patching treatment in amblyopia associated with myopic anisometropia. Investigators: Yi Pang, Ph.D., O.D., Kelly Frantz, O.D. In this study, HRT will be utilized to measure the size of the optic disc and the thickness of the RNFL in the eyes with optic nerve hypoplasia. We will determine if HRT can assist the diagnosis of ONH by comparing to the standard test, the ratio of the distance between the center of the optic disc and the center of the macula and the mean optic disc diameter. Investigators: Janis E. Winters O.D. Epidemiological research is being done to characterize vision as well as ocular/systemic disease among the low-income uninsured individuals served. The goal is to illustrate the unmet health needs of this population and promote development of other programs to serve low-income uninsured individuals. Investigators: Barclay W. Bakkum, D.C., Ph.D., Lu Fan, Ph.D., Rochelle S. Cohen, Ph.D. Investigators: Valerie M. Kattouf O.D., Megan Allen O.D., Janice McMahon O.D. The Interrelationship of Five Oculomotor Diagnostic Tests and their Associated Binocular Vision Correlates" Investigators: Darrell Schlange, O.D., D.O.S., Dominick Maino, O.D., M.Ed., Brian Caden, O.D., M.A., Angela Rodriguez The purpose of this study is to determine the value of several oculomotor (eye-movement) tests for accurately and appropriately recording the ability and efficiency of eye-movements necessary for reading, near vision and classroom work. This study may help pediatric optometrist determine which tests are most helpful for patients of different ages and abilities. Investigators: Susan A. Kelly, Ph.D. Yi Pang, O.D.,Ph.D. Accurate perception of the spatial location of objects in our visual environment depends upon the accurate perception of near distances which can then be used as a template to extend accurate spatial localization to further distances. If both the angular declination of an object and the slope of the surface supporting the object can be correctly detected then observers can accurately localize the egocentric distance and height of objects up to 20 m. Amblyopes have been reported to have difficulty both estimating near distances and sampling visual space, and thus may not accurately localize objects. Our results thus far indicate that strabismic amblyopes do indeed have difficulty with object localization while anisometropic amblyopes perform similarly to visual normals. Investigators: Frederick Collison, B.S., My Huyn, B.S., Susan Kelly, Ph.D. Yellow –tinted lenses have been known to increase perceived brightness in visually normal observers. It has been hypothesized that this may be due, in part, to their short-wavelength filtering characteristics. The reduction in short-wavelength light would cause less pupillary constriction, as the intrinsically-photosensitive ganglion cells of the retina, which have peak absorption at 480 nm and contribute to pupillary light reflex, would not be stimulated. We are investigating this possibility by measuring both perceived brightness as well as pupillary size in the same observer. Contact Lens Adaptation: Comfort over time Investigators: Janice Jurkus, OD, MBA Gas Permeable (GP) and Silicone Hydrogel (SiHy) toric lenses are both used to correct vision, especially astigmatism. This study will rank perception of comfort during at different times in the initial adaptation for both lens modalities. Psychophysical Magnocellular and Parvocellular Pathway Contrast Gain in Patients with Optic Neuritis and Multiple Sclerosis Investigators (In alphabetical order): David Y. Lee, OD, PhD, Leonard V. Messner, OD, Dingcai Cao, PhD, Susan Ksiazek, MD, Jeffrey Nichols, MD, Joel Pokorny, PhD, Andrew J. Zele, PhD Efficacy of Topical Azithromycin (Azasite) Ophthalmic Solution in the Treatment of Dysfunctional Tear Syndrome Investigators: Dominick L. Opitz, O.D., Keith Tyler, O.D. Description: Blepharitis often contributes to the clinical signs and symptoms similar to dry eye or Dysfunctional Tear Syndrome. Traditional treatment used for dry eye, such as lubricating eye drops, does little to improve blepharitis. The purpose of this study is to determine if azithromycin 1% ophthalmic solution (Azasite) applied to the eyelid margins reduce the symptoms and signs of dry eye caused by blepharitis. Vision Therapy as an Additive/Alternative Treatment for Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder - Phase II Investigators: Darrel Schlange, O.D. Description: The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of Vision Therapy as an alternative and/or additive treatment for attention and hyperactivity problems. Some binocular vision problems are often associated with attention disorders. Therefore we will treat the vision problem and test the subsequent changes in attention using the Test of Variables of Attention. We believe this information will be helpful in providing information on alternative and additive procedures for attention problems, not using medication. An Investigation of Eye Movement Skills and their Relationship to Birth Order Investigators: Christine Allison, O.D. and Darrel Schlange, O.D. Description: The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between birth order and eye movement skills, as well as to investigate the relationship between various types of play activities and eye movement skills. We would expect that children without siblings, and/or oldest children may have better eye movement skills due to the types of play activities that they perform, and the increased time that they may spend reading with their parents versus children with multiple siblings. |
The Illinois College of Optometry has a strong commitment to excellence in research. Research projects at ICO involve a broad range of disciplines in biomedical sciences, visual sciences, and clinical studies. ICO researchers receive support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Eye Institute (NEI), and other foundations, such as the National Keratoconus Foundation, Children Care Foundation, Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness, and Field Foundation of Illinois. The College also provides an intramural grant program to support the
research of faculty, residents, and students.
ICO students are required to complete a research and scholarly project during their 4-year optometry training. Along with faculty, many students present their research projects at professional meetings of national organizations including the American Academy of Optometry, American Optometric Association, and Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
ICO also holds a research symposium once a year. Faculty, residents, and students present their research work and discuss the future potential studies during the symposium. In addition, the College sponsors visiting professors yearly around to encourage communication and collaboration in research.
Clinical Research Studies
• Family study of CTRP5 mutation, long zonules, macular degeneration and glaucoma
• Provision of Low Vision Rehabilitation Services and Devices to Increase Quality of Life in Senior with Vision Loss
• Phase I and II: Community-based multi-center randomized control trial of peripheral prism glasses for hemianopia
• Amblyopia Treatment Studies (ATS)
• A Randomized Clinical Trial of Observation versus Occlusion Therapy for Intermittent Exotropia (IXT)
• A Prospective Pilot Study of Treatment Outcomes for Amblyopia Associated with Myopic Anisometropia
• A Prospective Study on Diagnosing Optic Nerve Hypoplasia and Treatment of Associated Amblyopia
• The Vision of Hope Health Alliance
• Pediatric Outreach Program
• The Interrelationship of Five Oculomotor Diagnostic Tests and their Associated Binocular Vision Correlates"
• Spatial Perception of Amblyopes
• Contact Lens Adaptation: Comfort Over Time
• Efficacy of Topical Azithromycin (Azasite) Ophthalmic Solution in the Treatment of Dysfunctional Tear Syndrome
Laboratory Research Studies
• Hetereogeneity of dose and time effects of estradiol benzoate on neuron-specific protein and phosphorylated cyclic AMP response element-binding protein in the hippocampus of ovariectomized rats.
• Post-synaptic Mechanisms for depression and antidepressants: Studies in model systems
• Psychophysical Magnocellular and Parvocellular Pathway Contrast Gain in Patients with Optic Neuritis and Multiple Sclerosis
• Yellow-tinted Lenses and Pupil Size


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These bookmarkers were really quick to make and fun, too! I used 1 1/8" covered buttons and these huge paper clips that I got at old navy. It's not a new concept though, I've seen something similar on etsy or some other blog, but I can't find where at the moment (feel free to leave a message in the comments if you know of any sources). Just 'thread' the button onto the giant paper clip, slide it to the top and hot glue in place!
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If you're interested, you can download my PDF here and make your own! It's set up to print two to a page. Enjoy! Make sure to wish all teachers in your life a big thank you, I think we all know how hard they really do work.
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ASPCA Rescues 50 Dogs in Bronx Dog Fighting Case
Nearly 50 dogs, ranging in age from 12 weeks to five years, were found yesterday living in the windowless basement of a six-story apartment building in the Bronx. The space, which served as a makeshift dog fighting arena, was littered with crude wooden cages and had the capacity for roughly 100 spectators. Raul Sanchez, the building's superintendant, was taken into custody and charged with animal fighting, a felony.
Working closely with the NYPD Vice Enforcement Division and the Bronx District Attorney's Office, our team played a critical role in the rescue of the dogs, forensic evidence collection and on-scene documentation.
Also discovered on scene were a loaded .25-caliber handgun, U.S. currency, and other equipment associated with dog fighting—including dog treadmills, harnesses, muzzles, syringes and a shopping cart full of raw chicken parts.
"Organized dog fighting is a brutal form of animal abuse where dogs are exploited and forced to fight as their owners profit from their torture," says Howard Lawrence, Senior Director of Operations for the ASPCA's Humane Law Enforcement. "The dogs we saw today exhibited scarring and injuries consistent with fighting dogs. We're determined to protect New York City's animals from this form of cruelty."
The dogs, many of whom showed scars from fighting, were transported to a temporary shelter for further evaluation by our emergency response medical team. The ASPCA will continue to provide legal support to the Bronx District Attorney's Office to help prosecute the case.
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ASPCA Dumps dogs in Kill Shelter!!!!!!
SHAME ON THE ASPCA or taking credit in "saving" these dogs.
Thank God you saved them!!
The boys in blue actually
Thank god for you ASPCA
they were not done any favors the dogs.
$$ Is there a fund set up for these dogs?? $$$
rescue? really?
Is it true that the dogs were
The majority of the dogs were
The majority of the dogs were
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More power to NYPD & to ASPCA
More power to NYPD & to ASPCA
50 dog rescue
The dogs were sent to a kill shelter. They weren't rescued.
The dogs were dumped at a
Shame on you, ASPCA.
The sad part is that most of
After what PETA and ASPCA did
Dear ASPCA, dumping dogs at a kill shelter is not rescue
Dogfighting ring and arrests
The ASPCA is deleting comments about their dumping these dogs
Here are the ASPCA dogs, with IDs, at Manhattan Animal Control
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Not the face of a fighter
Not a fairy tale ending for these souls.
50 dogs found in Bronx basement
The ASPCA is LYiNG!!!~MOST OF
To the ASPCA administrators
They have NOT been saved, to be killed at MACC
the 50 pit bulls in the bronx DF case: what was their fate?
All because the ASPCA stands against BSL
Dogs in Bronx Dog Fighting Case
Dogs in Bronx Dog Fighting Seizure
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Rochester Hills Marine commemorates 20th anniversary of Somalia mission
With the 20-year anniversary of U.S. Marine involvement in Somalia on Sunday, Dec. 9, Kevin Sadaj of Rochester Hills is looking forward to sharing the story.
At 11 a.m. — Eastern time — a moment of silence will signify the time U.S. Marines landed in Somalia in 1992.
"We just want to do something to commemorate 20 years and do something to create some awareness," Sadaj, former Marine and founder of the Marine Somalia Veterans Association said.
In 2009, Sadaj created the veterans group as a way to keep connected with his fellow servicemen and women countrywide, to remember the fallen as well as to serve as a support group.
"We've always felt forgotten," he said, "Because it was a small conflict and we weren't there for 10 years like the recent wars, so not a lot of people know about us."
With 325 members, the veterans group will reflect on their peacekeeping mission aiding Somalis affected by years of civil war, famine and what he described as a "complete breakdown of law and order."
It's an important time in history, Sadaj notes, because "at least 300,000 Somalis died during the famine; there are some real reasons why it's important for people to know about this," he said.
The organization serves as a safe outlet for veterans to share stories, too.
"This organization for me personally is an opportunity to further provide service to veterans and particularly the Marine Corps," he said. "It's an opportunity to let them know that people are still thinking about them."
As an infantry fire team leader and squad leader, Sadaj shared his experience patrolling the streets of Mogadishu, working in refugee camps, confiscating weapons and more. Continued...
"We saw some things that were disturbing," he said, "And after 20 years, they're still disturbing."
At the time, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder was not discussed or treated the way it is today, Sadaj said.
The group wants others to know that even though their involvement was a small war, "We bring back a lot of things that are common in big wars," he said. "So having some recognition amongst the public is appreciated."
The group also acts a conservatory of historical information, as many veterans will donate several artifacts from their mission.
"We're not here to change the world or change policy, we're here for each other and we want people to know that just like the big wars, we did something too, that's our main purpose," Sadaj said.
The National Marine Corps Museum is currently finishing its final stages of construction and plans to include a Somalia mission exhibit are in the near future.
Sadaj is thrilled to showcase some of the items he brought back in 1993 that include a collection of Somali money, traditional male garb and a handmade shank.
The Museum has also agreed to announce the moment of silence on their Facebook site in an effort to reach an additional 30,000 people.
"Someday there will not be a Marine Somalia Veterans group but we're going to be here for each other as long as we're around," Sadaj said, "And that's part of my life's work."
Sadaj has two children — Joseph, 17 and Mary, 16, of Illinois — and lives with his wife, Janine in Rochester Hills. Continued...
His family supports his work with the veterans group.
"I think it's a great cause that Kevin takes up, it's a big part of his life and I think it's awesome that he's bringing all these people together," Janine said. "He's a connector; he always has been."
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Dorner's mother, Nancy Dorner, expressed condolences for the victims in a statement given to Robin Sax at Fox 11 Los Angeles.
"It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we express our deepest sympathies and condolences to anyone that suffered losses or injuries resulting from Christopher's actions. We do not condone Christopher's actions.
The family has no further comments and ask that our privacy be respected during this difficult time."
Dorner was first named a suspect in two shooting deaths on February 3: Monica Quan, the daughter of his police union representative, and her fiance, Keith Lawrence.
Police say he then killed Michael Crain, a police officer in suburban Riverside, and wounded Crain's partner in an ambush on their patrol car February 7. The partner, Officer Andrew Tachias, was in stable condition at a local hospital, Riverside police said.
They say Dorner also wounded an LAPD officer who chased him into nearby Corona.
In addition, LAPD officers guarding one of Dorner's targets in suburban Torrance opened fire on a pickup truck that resembled Dorner's, wounding two women inside. Beck called the shooting "tragic" and "horrific."
In a manifesto announcing his planned rampage, Dorner said nothing had changed in the LAPD since its scandals of the 1990s, the Rodney King beating and the Rampart police corruption case. Those allegations have struck a chord with some who say that, despite the four killings, Dorner was seeking justice.
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Chicken pox is far more severe in adults than in children. In the case of an ordinary, healthy child I would far prefer them to get it as a child than risk it as an adult.
Wow! Seriously thank you. I never even *thought* of this as a problem at all! I have a doc appointment coming up and I will definetly bring it up. I didn't consider it an issue but after hearing about it here and then looking into it online it seems to me I should get the vaccine.
It really wouldn't have made much difference anyway. Chicken-pox is most contagious before any spots appear - I think the peak-time is the day beforehand, when the child feels perfectly fine but is still exposing anyone else who comes near her. I truly don't see what sort of action the daycare could take, in any event.If the other kids have been vaccinated, they too would likely get very mild cases, if any. Chicken pox can indeed be very serious in some kids, and that's the whole point of vaccination, after all. I'd wager that this is all going to end up being much ado about nothing.
I don't understand why they're considered more dangerous for adults.
One day, he was coming home from school and I said my usual "see ya tomorrow!" and he replied "I won't be here. I had a test on my arm and can't come back until my doctor writes a note".I said "see you then!", when I was actually thinking "eeeeeekkkk! Tuberculosis!"Well, his family spends a lot of time in the tropics.
What kind of "action" are they threatening - are they suggesting they would kick your child out of the daycare?


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Nov 13, 201210Lotus is honesty, courage and quality, best pop album of 2012. Aguilera proves that she's the voice of generation and the princess of reinvention. Also one of the greatest artists in music history
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Nov 13, 201210Simply put, this is Aguilera's most well packaged Recording effort to date. A Pop joyride from start to finish with Aguilera's pipes font and center.
Nov 13, 201210This record is a MASTERPIECE! Every single track could be released as a single. The beginning track (Lotus intro) excites you & prepares you for the ride that your about to take. That ride is no disappointment, its a ride your going to want to take over and over again! Spectacular A+
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Nov 13, 201210An incredible, spectacular, fresh, clean disc, what mas do they love? It is an incredible disc for this year as all those that it has been extracting, I have to say that Christina Aguilera has a prodigious voice and that for my undoubtedly it is the best of the world.
Nov 13, 201210Lotus is a phenomenal album by Legend X. Vocally, she is above all artists from her generation incl. Beyoncpé, Belly Clarkson & Studlicia. Justin is still king bye.
Nov 13, 201210A perfect album, from the sexist woman in the music business. Christina Aguilera goes above and beyond in this amazing album, with her best song ever "Your Body". Pure perfection, from one of America's hottest women. Whoever said she was fat and ugly need to get hit in the head with a brick.
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Nov 19, 201210this is one of the best album Christina Aguilera has made since 2006's back to Basics. She has changed her evolution to keep up with all these other auto tuned artists but her vocals stand out from each track.
Nov 21, 201210This album is flawless. Most of the tracks are fun and up-tempo while others are emotional and touching. Both type of songs are flawless here. Even the "generic" tracks are amazing and beyond perfect because she brings talent to the songs as well. I love the album, definitely my favorite from year 2012 and not only. Great job, Christina Aguilera!
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Nov 13, 201210Having as the worst performances de eletropop ones, Lotus makes well its work: It is the BEST release in 2012, and show a full Aguilera, with all that we love in her.
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Nov 14, 201210El mejor album del 2012 sin dudas, sonido fresco, sin caer en lo generico, la voz de Aguilera esta mejor que nunca! El disco lo tiene todo! Baladas romanticas, canciones cortavenas, canciones que prenderan las pistas de baile,!
Nov 15, 20129The new project of Christina Aguilera has not anything groundbreaking to the music but it fulfills its role well in pop music. Opening with "Lotus Intro" is more than interesting to move to a new song release in Army Of Me for the new Fighter's on duty. Other songs featured are Cease Fire, Around The World and Just a Fool ('m cheering this to be a great single)
Nov 15, 201210Christina Aguilera is the best vocalist in the world and she shows it in this studio album. This record, LOTUS, is a masterpiece. Every single track could be released as a single. Army Of Me, Sing For Me, Blank Page, all the songs have a special message. Christina' vocals and instrumental are amazing, I will recommend LOTUS to all people.
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Nov 15, 201210Lotus definitely is the best album pop of the year! Sing 4 Me and Blank Page is the most beautiful balad of Lotus.. Army of Me and Cease Fire is POWER. Let There Be Love is awesome.. OMG, this albums so **** good! Xtina always made it the best!!! Legendtina is BACK!
Nov 15, 201210Lotus is a wonderful album. Christina honestly did a great job in her new comeback, of course! The best song is "Cease Fire". It's a great meaning between war and love. When I heard "Lotus Intro" for the first time, I felt like I was in heaven. No doubt, Lotus is by far the best album of the year.
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Nov 15, 201210Album incredible, strong songs, the best we can offer for Xtina fans who already admire and for new fans that may arise over time. A blend of good compositions combined the powerful voice of the blonde.
Nov 15, 201210Album incredible, strong songs, the best we can offer for Xtina fans who already admire and for new fans that may arise over time. A blend of good compositions combined the powerful voice of the generation!!!
Nov 16, 201210Love Let There Be Love, Army Of Me, Just A Fool, Lotus Intro, Your Body, Shut Up, Sing For Me and Make The World Move. Christina Aguilera is amazing.
Nov 16, 201210Lotus is a strong album of wonderful songs!! Xtina's vocal with more powerful than ever. Lotus is perfectly composed and produced, deserves all the success in the world.
Nov 16, 201210What to speak of this album? He is simply amazing!! Xtina always brings quality to your album and Lotus was no different. Army of Me is sensational! Blank Page is sweet and exciting!! Surely one of the best albums of the Year
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Nov 17, 201210Lotus es un album multifacetico tal y como lo es Christina Aguilera, por lo mismo es un album que entretiene, podemos encontrar desde baladas hasta pop/rock, para cuando estes sentimental o tengas mucha energia... sin duda es un album que lo puedes escuchar y disfrutar sin importar tu estado de animo, hay una cancion para cada momento!
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Nov 14, 201210The voice might have matured a bit but the sassiness behind it is still there. Listenning to this album is a journey. Wish Empty Words was part of the standard edition.
Nov 15, 201210is much better than Bionic and it's soooo smooth,but what i most wish is if ca could loss her weightl lol but i'm still so happy to see XTINA BACK LOL LOTUS RISE!
Nov 21, 20129Couldn't be more excited for Lotus. So many gems, this album is amazing and I hope X is in full promo/artist mode because it can do so well. I have been playing it non-stop since it leaked and even more after I bought it!
Nov 22, 201210With amazing vocals, this album will make you dance, cry, reflect and inspire!
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Nov 25, 201210Great step forward for Christina. Every song here could be a single, and that's just what she needs right now. Excellent. It's elegant, it's vulnerable, it's fun, it's pensive. It's just a mixed bag.
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Dec 7, 201210Well done Christina, one again, you show evolution, change and your never ending voice. For sure, you are the voice of this generation. Thanks for making real and honest music, like you always does.
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Dec 8, 201210Album is so good. I missed this Christina. A mix of fun songs, a few deep ones and great vocals. My favorites are Best Of Me, Just A Fool, Army of Me, Around The World and Red Hot Kinda Love.
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Dec 8, 201210Lotus is a new begining for Aguilera and her fans. Songs like "Best Of Me", "Army Of Me", "Blank Page" and "Just A Fool" represents the unbreakable flower that Xtina has become. She will forever be remembered as THE VOICE OF HER GENERATION
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Mar 26, 20139álbum muito bom, com uma gentileza incomparável e uma beleza exuberante, Christina Aguilera mostra todo seu potencial com agudos e batidas que podem não agradar muito a critica, mas vão fazer todos ficarem loucos por essa obra prima da RCA.
Dec 11, 201240Nothing really stands out like the best thing here, Make The World Move, featuring fellow Voice Judge, Cee-Lo Green. [Jan 2013, p.101]
Nov 27, 201270This might not be the golden, triumphant comeback Aguilera had hoped for, but it's pretty close and, let's face it, it's better than most Top 40 music right now.
Nov 20, 201250This vitriol-tsunami of a record misses a chance to connect Aguilera's music with her warm, empathetic TV presence.


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May 25, 2013: The first wave of acts confirmed to play the Belladrum festival's GoNorth Seedlings Stage on August 2-3 has been announced – Cleavers, Prides, Roman Nose, Blood Relatives, Red Ronson, Ranald, Dylan Tierney, Crystal Seagulls, Three Blind Wolves, Garden Of Elks, The Oxides, Fat Goth, St Max And The Fanatics, Fake Major, State Of Flux, Bear Arms, Little Fire and Lionel.
Sarah Hayes' debut EP, Mainspring, is streaming on Bandcamp ahead of its release on May 28. She has Glasgow gigs scheduled for The Old Hairdressers on May 29 and The Wee Chill festival at SWG3 on June 29.
Boards Of Canada have unveiled new song Reach For The Dead, taken from forthcoming album Tomorrow's Harvest, out on June 10.
May 24, 2013: The line-up for King Tut's Summer Nights, which runs in the Glasgow venue from July 15 to August 1, has been revealed. The headliners are The Recovery!, Sunshine Social, TeKlo, Alarm Bells, Taffy, Sienna, So Many Animal Calls, Michael Cassidy, The OK Social Club, SOS, Departures, Fake Major, Prides, Waiting For Go and Arches. Other acts worth checking out include Cherri Fosphate, The Clock, The Youth And Young, Campfires In Winter, Kevin Harper, Discopolis and Father Sculptor. There's also a Pop Cop DJ set on July 25.
Quickbeam song Grace is available for free download – it's taken from the band's self-titled debut album, out on June 3.
Giant Fang has unveiled a video for Aqualung.
May 23, 2013: A Music Open Day is being held at Aberdeen's Lemon Tree on May 26 with a programme that includes three music industry panels, a soundcheck workshop and live music from Revere, Uniform, Leanne Smith and Marionettes. Free tickets to the evening show will be available to anyone who attends the free seminars during the day.
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Algernon Doll track Anti-them is available for free download – it's taken from second album Citalo-pop, due for release on June 10.
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May 21, 2013: Camera Obscura song Fifth In Line To The Throne is available for free download in exchange for an email address. It's taken from the band's fifth album Desire Lines, out on June 3, and pre-ordering it will get you another track, Do It Again.
Book Group have released their debut EP, Homeward Sound.
Sparrow And The Workshop's third album Murderopolis, out on May 27, is streaming in full via DIY - one of the songs, The Faster You Spin, is also available for free download.
May 20, 2013: Garden Of Elks' debut EP, Extended Play, is available to buy and stream.
The Clock have a video for their excellent song Everything's Eventual, which is released on May 28. They have Glasgow gigs lined up at Broadcast on June 1 and Roxy 171 on June 20.
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Franz Ferdinand's fourth album Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action will be released on August 26 – check out this brief trailer.
Frightened Rabbit recorded a cover of Best Coast's The Only Place for Australian radio show Triple J. The band release their Late March, Death March EP on June 2.
The Mouse That Ate The Cat song When I Wake Up is available for free in exchange for your email address.
The title track of Adam Stafford's forthcoming second album Imaginary Walls Collapse is streaming here.
May 16, 2013: The Discopolis remix of Bwani Junction single Civil War is available to download for free from SoundCloud.
Born To Be Wide's next seminar at Edinburgh's Electric Circus on May 30 is on the topic of goNORTH, with a panel featuring broadcaster Vic Galloway, goNORTH duo Amanda Millen and Alex Smith and Chasing Owls frontman Ben Sunderland explaining how musicians and delegates can get the most out of the annual Inverness convention. Tickets are free.
AC/DC have backed a campaign to erect a bronze statue of their former frontman Bon Scott in his hometown of Kirriemuir in Angus. Community music group DD8 Music hope to raise £50,000 via Kickstarter by June 5.
Kite And The Crane's debut EP, Found In The End, is out on Bandcamp.
May 15, 2013: Biffy Clyro have a video for their new single Opposite.
The View are playing a one-off show at Glasgow's King Tut's on June 12 for the Sunday Mail Centenary Fund.
Adam Stafford is launching his second album Imaginary Walls Collapse with a gig at Glasgow's Glad Cafe on July 5 with support from Siobhan Wilson and Robbie Lesiuk.
May 14, 2013: The Wee Chill will mark its 10th anniversary with a two-stage bill at Glasgow's SWG3 on June 29 for the West End Festival. The line-up features Malcolm Middleton, James Yorkston with Sparrow & The Workshop (collaborative debut), Aidan Moffat (spoken word), Three Blind Wolves, Roddy Hart & The Lonesome Fire, Miaoux Miaoux, Fake Major.
Tommy Perman, who recently left FOUND, has unveiled his new solo project ComputerScheisse – check out These Beautiful Minds, the title track of his debut EP, out on July 15 through Phuturelabs.
RockNess have announced more acts for the festival on June 7-9 including Fenech-Soler, Fatherson, Public Service Broadcasting, The Boy Who Trapped The Sun, Niteworks and Jemma Tweedie.
Too Many Fireworks Records will donate all profits from sales of Variations Of Chopin, an album of contemporary interpretations of the composer's music, to the fundraising campaign for drummer Robbie Cooper, whose cancer fight was documented on The Pop Cop.
May 13, 2013: New releases out now include Young Aviators' debut album Self Help, Eagleowl's debut album This Silent Year, and Cherri Fosphate's new Burning Youth EP.
May 10, 2013: The live schedule for goNORTH in Inverness on June 5-6 has been unveiled – it includes a Scottish Bloggers Showcase hosted by The Pop Cop, Peenko and Song, by Toad featuring a four-band bill of Garden Of Elks, Friends In America, The Yawns and Flutes.
May 9, 2013: The documentary Hunting For Remoteness details The Magnetic North's visit to Orkney – where frontman Erland Cooper is from – for the making of their debut album. It will be released on June 24 alongside a reissue of that record, Orkney: Symphony Of The Magnetic North. You can watch the trailer here.
Alphabetical Order Orchestra are streaming their first song, The Architect. The band is made up of My Latest Novel members Chris Deveney, Gary Deveney and Ryan King.
A Band Called Quinn have launched a crowdfunding campaign to support performances of their multimedia show Biding Time (remix) at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August.
May 8, 2013: Three Blind Wolves have released their new album, Sing Hallelujah For The Old Machine.
May 7, 2013: Adam Stafford's new single Please is streaming online – it's taken from his second album Imaginary Walls Collapse, out in July.
May 6, 2013: The T in the Park Roadshow is bringing free live music to Scottish towns this month – it stops at Glasgow today for The View at Kelvingrove Park (1pm) and Buchanan Street (3.30pm); Edinburgh on May 10 for Vigo Thieves at Queen Margaret University's Student Union (noon), Dundee on May 11 for The LaFontaines at Overgate Centre (noon); Aberdeen on May 12 for Sienna at Aberdeen University (noon); and Ayr on May 18 for The Redettes at Ayr Railway Station (noon).
Fake Major have a video for Fiction, a song on their Have Plenty Of Fun EP. Fellow Comets & Cartwheels artist Finn LeMarinel has a new video for Garden, taken from his debut album Violence.
Capitals have released a sampler of all the tracks on their debut album A National Service, out on June 3.
May 3, 2013: Episode 11 of BBC ALBA's Rapal music TV programme is on iPlayer and features Cara Mitchell, Brown Bear & The Bandits, Three Blind Wolves and Anna Sweeney.
Steve Mason has accused Samsung of plagiarising the video for The Beta Band's 2004 single Assessment for their new television advert. Both show historical figures running down a beach and helicopters circling overhead.
May 2, 2013: Young Aviators' debut album Self Help is streaming on Electric Honey's SoundCloud ahead of its release on May 13.
May 1, 2013: Travis have a video for Where You Stand, the first single and title track of the band's seventh album, out on August 19.
Fake Major's debut EP, Have Plenty Of Fun, is available for download.
My Latest Novel have gone on hiatus, with three of the members forming Alphabetical Order Orchestra - look out for music from them next week.
Kobi Onyame has a video for his new single The Real Part 2.
Trapped In Kansas have unveiled new song Collapse Rebuild.
Rob St John's new AA single Charcoal Black And The Bonny Grey/Shallow Brown is out now.
April 30, 2013: Boards Of Canada will release Tomorrow's Harvest, their first new album in eight years, on June 10.
Quickbeam song Immersed is available to download for free from DIY – you can also listen to snippets from every track of the band's self-titled debut album, out on June 3.
Discopolis have unveiled the video for their new song Falling (Committed To Sparkle Motion), out on May 5.
April 29, 2013: The SAY Award will stream each of the 20 longlisted albums for 24 hours through their app, starting today with Miaoux Miaoux's Light Of The North. You can read The Pop Cop's feature here.
Panda Su's new song MAPS is available to buy now on Amazon, while Bwani Junction's new single Civil War is on iTunes.
The Boy Who Trapped The Sun has a video for new song California ahead of his May tour in Scotland.
The Pastels have a video for Check My Heart, taken from their forthcoming new album Slow Summits, out on May 27.
Frank Turner covered Frightened Rabbit's The Modern Leper for Jim Gellatly's In:Demand Uncut session.
April 27, 2013: Episode 10 of BBC ALBA's Rapal music TV programme is on iPlayer and features two fantastic unreleased songs by Beerjacket as well as The Holy Ghosts, The Merrylees and Ray McCartney.
Travis, Johnny Marr, Hurts, James Skelly, Jack Savoretti, Willy Mason, Foy Vance, Steve Mason, Milo Greene and DIIV have been added to the T in the Park line-up, which has now been separated into day-by-day splits.
Edinburgh venue The Forest Cafe, which has been banned from hosting live music due to council restrictions, are looking for acts to play their new monthly event, the Forest Big Night Out at Old St Paul's, which launches on May 23. Email email@example.com for details.
April 26, 2013: The Burns an' a' that! Festival will feature live music as part of Weekend in the Park at Ayr's Belleisle Park on May 25-26. Rose Parade, Little Fire, Pronto Mama and The Bluebells are among the free acts; Justin Currie + Rachel Sermanni play a ticketed gig on May 26.
Other newly-announced concerts on sale include Lana Del Rey + Kassidy at Glasgow's SECC on May 16 (replacing her two dates at the Academy on May 15/16) Bombay Bicycle Club at Edinburgh's Liquid Room on June 7, Belle & Sebastian at Inverness' Ironworks on July 1, We Are Scientists at Glasgow's Oran Mor on July 29, Kid Canaveral + Ballboy at Edinburgh's Liquid Room on August 10.
Kid Canaveral + The Last Battle + Adam Ross (Randolph's Leap) also play a free show at Edinburgh's Caves on May 23 with 300 tickets on the door on a first come, first served basis as part of a Dewar's event.
April 25, 2013: Seasick Steve, The Pigeon Detectives, Julie Fowlis, Meursault, Washington Irving, PAWS and The LaFontaines have been added to the Belladrum Festival line-up on August 2-3.
Washington Irving have released Palomides Volume 1, the first half of their debut album.
The View are streaming Kill Kyle, one of two new songs on their compilation album Seven Year Setlist, out on June 17.
April 24, 2013: The showcase list of artists picked to play goNORTH in Inverness on June 5-6 has been announced. For the third consecutive year there will be a bloggers' showcase stage hosted by The Pop Cop, Peenko and Song, by Toad. More details to follow soon.
Kilmarnock's Dirty Weekender will feature 45 acts over three venues on May 31 to June 2 including Fridge Magnets, Bwani Junction, The Ok Social Club, Ross Leighton (Fatherson) and Chris Helme.
Poor Things' new single Morgan is free to download – it's taken from their Hurricane Poor Things EP, out on June 10.
Similarly, Cherri Fosphate are giving away Wool from their Burning Youth EP, out on May 11.
April 23, 2013: Glasvegas will play Aberdeen's Garage on June 27, Edinburgh's Liquid Room on June 28 and Glasgow's ABC on June 29.
Reverieme's second album With Up So Floating is out now.
Roddy Hart & The Lonesome Fire have announced they will release their self-titled new album through Middle Of Nowhere Records in July.
Herculean have a video for Red Weather, taken from The Falling Thunder EP, out on June 7.
April 22, 2013: Stag & Dagger have added Phosphorescent, Rachel Sermanni, Randolph's Leap, French Wives, Fake Major, Prides, Chris Devotion & The Expectations and Donald Macdonald & The Islands to the Glasgow festival's line-up on May 18.
Episode 9 of BBC ALBA's Rapal music TV programme is on iPlayer and features Brown Bear & The Bandits, Cara Mitchell, The Open Day Rotation and John Wean.
Texas have unveiled a video for The Conversation, the title track from their first album in eight years, out on May 20.
Bronagh & The Boys have released their debut single Green, taken from A Young Heart EP, out on May 19.
April 19, 2013: Kassidy's Barrie-James O'Neill and his girlfriend Lana Del Rey have recorded a cover of Summer Wine (made famous by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood), backed with a video featuring handheld footage of the pair in Los Angeles.
My Bloody Valentine, Trash Talk, Fidlar and The VirginMarys have been added to the T in the Park line-up.
April 18, 2013: Pre-sale tickets are available for Regina Spektor at Glasgow's Academy on August 20 and Kings Of Leon at the ciry's Bellahouston Park on August 15, the latter being part of the Glasgow Summer Sessions.
The Mirror Trap have unveiled a video for Westminster Ghost Story, the first track to be taken from their second album Stay Young, due out this autumn.
April 17, 2013: Midnight Lion have changed their name to Prides and expanded to a trio with the addition of Kitty The Lion's Callum Wiseman on guitar and vocals. To coincide with the announcement, they have unveiled wonderfully addictive new song Out Of The Blue.
T in the Park have added Local Natives, Lucy Rose, Swim Deep, Theme Park, Lewis Watson and Sons & Lovers to the festival on July 12-14.
April 16, 2013: Doune The Rabbit Hole have announced that this year's festival will take place at the new location of Cardross Estate at Port of Menteith in Stirlingshire on August 22-25. The line-up features Clinic, Meursault, Rachel Sermanni, Alasdair Roberts, Washington Irving, The Pastels, PAWS, Beerjacket, Rick Redbeard, We Are The Physics, Randolph's Leap, Siobhan Wilson, Panda Su, Shambles Miller, Jo Mango and TeenCanteen. See here for full day-by-day splits.
April 15, 2013: James and Twin Atlantic will headline the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival on August 2-3. Other acts on the bill include Admiral Fallow, Fatherson, Rick Redbeard, Noisettes, The Horrors and King Charles.
April 13, 2013: Edinburgh's live music scene has suffered yet another setback with Forest Cafe having its live music licence reviewed, causing the immediate postponement of gigs there, starting with the Solas Showcase scheduled for today.
Newsnight Scotland featured a report on the music industry on April 10, prompted by the Wide Days convention in Edinburgh. Watch the segment on BBC iPlayer, with contributions from Stanley Odd's Dave Hook, Plum's Shona Maguire, Chemikal Underground's Stewart Henderson, Wide Days organiser Olaf Furniss and journalist Nicola Meighan. The interviews were conducted by Galleries drummer Andrew Black.
April 12, 2013: Episode 8 of BBC ALBA's Rapal music TV programme is on iPlayer and features Niteworks, The Holy Ghosts, Miaoux Miaoux and The Merrylees.
Eagleowl have unveiled Not Over, the first offering from debut album This Silent Year, which will come out through Fence Records on May 13.
Dear Lara, aka David Lan, has released his debut EP Plans as a free download.
April 11, 2013: Capitals' debut album A National Service will come out on June 3, with those who pre-order it (from just £5) getting an immediate download of any of the record's 11 tracks, one of which is Reliever.
The View will release singles compilation Seven Year Setlist on June 17 – the album features two new songs, Dirty Magazine and Kill Kyle.
Several Scottish acts have posted tracks from forthcoming new albums – check out Washington Irving – Wandering Wits, United Fruit – Taste I Can't Give Up and Hector Bizerk – Orchestrated Madness.
April 10, 2013: Promoters Cry Parrot will host their 6th Birthday Party at Glasgow's Glue Factory on April 26 with a gig featuring Sacred Paws, Hector Bizerk, Tut Vu Vu, Ultimate Thrush, Ela Orleans and Sad City.
Three Blind Wolves are previewing Slow Summer Deer, taken from their Sing Hallelujah For The Old Machine album, released on May 6.
Where We Lay Our Heads single Keanu Leaves is out now.
Great Cop are giving away new song Stop Hiding as a free download.
April 9, 2013: Mogwai guitarist John Cummings uploaded a photo of himself at Glasgow's George Square yesterday where more than 300 people gathered, inspired by his band's 2011 song George Square Thatcher Death Party.
Hi-Arts, which promotes arts in the Highlands and Islands, has issued notices of redundancies to all 10 of its staff in the wake of funding cuts.
April 8, 2013: Fridge Magnets will play a 'silent gig' at a secret outdoor location in Glasgow on May 15 (6pm) – tickets can be won through organisers Deezer. The band will perform inside a mobile perspex box with the 300-capacity audience able to hear them through headphones.
Kassidy have released new mini-album People Like Me.
April 7, 2013: Song Of Return have launched their Singles Club project on Bandcamp through which they'll be selling unreleased tracks. Month 1 contains Torn Between The Tides (see video) and Enough.
Cairn String Quartet, who were profiled on The Pop Cop in March, have unveiled their orchestral cover of Kid Canaveral's Low Winter Sun.
Travis have made new song Another Guy available to download for free through their website. It also has a video.
April 6, 2013: The following 16 HMV and Fopp stores in Scotland will remain open following Hilco's takeover – HMV: Aberdeen, Ayr, Dundee, East Kilbride, Edinburgh Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh Princes St, Glasgow Argyle St, Glasgow Buchanan St, Glasgow Fort, Inverness, Livingston, Stirling; Fopp: Edinburgh; Glasgow Union St; Glasgow Byres Rd.
Bwani Junction have a video for new single Civil War, out on April 29.
Rachel Sermanni and Emma's Imagination are among the acts playing the Kintyre Songwriters Festival in Campbeltown on May 24-26.
Quickbeam will launch their debut album with a gig at the disused Govanhill Baths in Glasgow on May 31. They will be supported by Fake Major whose debut Have Plenty Of Fun EP comes out on May 1.
April 5, 2013: Spotify director Mark Williamson will give the keynote speech at next week's Wide Days event in Edinburgh as part of a session on the business of streaming. The full running order is here.
Episode 7 of BBC ALBA's Rapal music TV programme is on iPlayer and features Anna Sweeney, Cara Mitchell, Discopolis and Paul McGranaghan.
Dot JR has uploaded new song Waterfalls to SoundCloud.
April 4, 2013: The Tiree Music Festival will take place in An Talla on July 20-21 with a bill that includes Roddy Hart & The Lonesome Fire, Washington Irving, The Youth And Young and Brown Bear & The Bandits.
Galleries' fantastic new single Midnight Rush is out now.
Casual Sex have made a video for their debut single Stroh 80. They play Glasgow's Nice 'n' Sleazy on April 5 and Oran Mor on April 7.
April 3, 2013: Comlongon Rocks have added a third day of live music to its line-up at Comlongon Castle in Dumfries & Galloway on May 17-19. The festival's line-up features Three Blind Wolves, Emma's Imagination, The OK Social Club and Saint Max.
Chem 19 are offering three days of free recording time to five Scottish acts through their Creative Scotland Demo Fund. To apply, musicians (under-25s only) should email a link to some demos and a bio to email@example.com with the subject Chem19 Demo Fund Enquiry before April 26. Chosen acts will also take part in a live showcase.
Siobhan Wilson + Julia And The Doogans + Jo Mango will play Glasgow's Roxy 171 on June 26 as part of the Scottish Fiction Presents: Aye Tunes vs Peenko night at the West End Festival.
April 2, 2013: Acts confirmed for The Insider Festival in Aviemore on June 21-23 include Rachel Sermanni, Karine Polwart, Hector Bizerk, Urstan, David Thomas Broughton, Miaoux Miaoux, Pete Roe, Jonnie Common, Adam Holmes And The Embers and Sparrow And The Workshop.
Up-and-coming acts can apply to play the Hebridean Celtic Festival in Stornoway on July 17-20 through their One Step Further competition which is open to musicians aged 18-25. To enter, artists need to email firstname.lastname@example.com with the subject HebCelt New Talent Submissions and include links to three songs, a biog and high-res photo. Closing date is April 12.
April 1, 2013: Quickbeam's self-titled debut album will be released through Comets & Cartwheels on June 3 – check out the video for lead track Immersed which will be available as a free download on April 29.
We Were Promised Jetpacks will headline the second night of the three-day Solas Festival in Perthshire on June 22.
Minor Delilah will be giving away copies of their new EP, Only Dust Can Hear You, to anyone who attends their launch gig at Glasgow's Classic Grand on May 3.
The Insiders: Dave Kerr
Here's the final part of our Insiders guide, we hope you are now feeling suitably enlightened. Normal Pop Copservice will resume on Monday.
Full name: Dave Kerr.
Age: 28.
Hometown: Edinburgh via Glenrothes.
Job title: Music editor and online editor, The Skinny.
How did you get your job? I was a dogsbody working for a bi-weekly arts and listings magazine called Noise that operated in the central belt at the start of 2005. It became unsustainable after a six-month run, so some of us peeled off and founded The Skinny. I was music editor by default, possibly because I had the worst facial hair.
Did qualifications or experience help you get your job? I finished up uni with a degree in computing and another in media with politics (AKA a pile of student debt and a lot of time wasted watching Hollyoaks). Trying to operate as a freelancer was pretty much impossible as a newcomer but a stint with a Festival paper connected me with Noise. I did a lot of feature writing and subbing for them before they gave me some column inches to write missives on the Scottish music scene (it was all about Uncle John And Whitelock and Degrassi in those days, new rave was just a twinkle in Nathan Barley's eye). Taking up the kind of job I'm doing now seemed like a logical enough step by the time The Skinny came along.
What's the best part about your job? It's often a pleasure to do it. Review tickets and promos.
And the worst? Office politics. Tinnitus.
What's the biggest misconception about your job? That it's always bags o' fun.
Who is the most famous person you've met while doing your job? I met Patti Smith a few months ago and started speaking incoherently (think Zed from Police Academy). I try to be some sort of objective music hack but it's sometimes hard to keep the giddy fan boy at bay. Especially if Slash is on the phone.
How long would it take for someone to be trained to do your job from scratch? I'm still finding my way but I reckon I got over the steepest part of the learning curve after the first six months.
Complete this sentence: The amount I make for doing my job is… rarely a factor that motivates me to do it.
Whose music is making you most excited right now? I've been leathering the new Why? album in the last wee while, Frightened Rabbit have definitely upped the ante on their debut and this band called Ladyhawk are about to kick some miserabilist arse with their next LP. I've been looking forward to hearing what Y'all Is Fantasy Island, Alamos and Laeto have up their sleeves for a while too – they're all criminally unsung Scottish bands who will make your life better. Broken Records are a pretty fine band too, I hope they do well.
What's the next gig in your diary? The Twilight Sad on March 20 at the Liquid Room, and I'll be spinning a few tunes at Born To Be Wide when they move to the Voodoo Rooms on April 3.
Anything else you'd like to add? The Skinny is always looking for talented new writers and creative types from all over Scotland. Look us up and get in touch.
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Tag Archives: metal gear solid
Sat, May 18, 2013 | 18:38 BST
Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection dated for July in US
Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection will arrive on PS3 in North America on July 9, Konami has announced.
Thu, May 09, 2013 | 16:51 BST
Konami posts FY13 financial results, to "promote Metal Gear" series at E3
Konami has posted its financial results for the year ending March 31, 2013 posting an overall decrease in net revenues of 15% year-over-year to ¥2.3 billion ($23 million). However, its Digital Entertainment division posted an increase of 17.1% year-over- year of ¥1.5 billion ($15 million) compared to ¥1.2 billion ($12 million) the prior year.
Thu, May 02, 2013 | 14:53 BST
Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection won't come to Xbox 360 due to MGS4
Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection isn't being released for Xbox 360 because one of the contents, Metal Gear Solid 4, isn't available for the system.
Wed, Apr 24, 2013 | 08:13 BST
The art of Metal Gear: Yoji Shinkawa's visual legacy
Metal Gear artist Yoji Shinkawa has defined some of the most iconic characters in gaming history. VG247′s Dave Cook speaks with the artist about visualising Hideo Kojima's concepts.
Tue, Apr 23, 2013 | 03:32 BST
Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection announced for the Americas
There's no word on a PAL territory release yet, but Konami will bring Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection to North and South America in a few months.
Fri, Feb 22, 2013 | 20:22 GMT
Kojima 'may make more Metal Gear spin-offs, possibly with The Boss'
Hideo Kojima has confirmed he is interested in making more Metal Gear spin-offs, if the studio and angle of the game is right.
Fri, Feb 22, 2013 | 20:25 GMT
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes will tackle many taboos, may not release in its current state
Hideo Kojima has spoken to VG247′s Dave Cook about Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes. It seems the Metal Gear Solid designer is fearful for the series' next iteration.
Sat, Feb 16, 2013 | 21:36 GMT
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes needs a project engineer, according to job listing
Kojima Productions wants you to come work for the firm on Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes.
Thu, Jan 17, 2013 | 02:19 GMT
Metal Gear Solid artist planning "surprise" for franchise anniversary
Metal Gear Solid debuted a gorgeous brush-stroke style art style which later went on to become one of the series's defining characteristics, linking artist Yoji Shinkawa with the franchise forevermore. For the 25th anniversary of the very first Metal Gear, the series's Facebook page has promised the artist is preparing a "very special surprise". Obviously we have no idea what it is, but the post calls for questions, so perhaps an interview or video profile, or even a livestream of a work in progress.
Thanks, All Games Beta.
Wed, Nov 07, 2012 | 15:49 GMT
Metal Gear Solid 4 25th Anniversary Edition pops up on European retail listings
Metal Gear Solid 4 25th Anniversary Edition has shown up via online retail shops Zavvi and ShopTo, with both stating the title is set for a November 30 release. The packshot, posted below, was shown along with pricing ranging from £37.45 to £15.85 reduced from £19.99, respectively. A budget release was made available in Japan earlier this year alongside the MGS 4 trophies patch. Thanks, OPM.
Mon, Oct 08, 2012 | 09:43 BST
Metal Gear Solid anniversary key rings are expensive, but ace
Metal Gear's 25th anniversary is still ongoing, and Konami has posted new pics of official Metal Gear Solid keyrings – as tweeted previously by one Hideo Kojima. The keyrings come in two packs priced $40 (3,150 yen) and release in November on Konami's Japanese store. Get pics below.
Mon, Oct 08, 2012 | 05:42 BST
Kojima celebrates 25 years of Metal Gear at BAFTA
Hideo Kojima was in London recently to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Metal Gear and to talk about why he is the last of a dying kind. Johnny Cullen reports.
Mon, Oct 01, 2012 | 03:35 BST
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes listed for PC
Zavvi has PC versions of Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes listed for preorder, even though there have been no formal announcements yet.
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Thu, Sep 27, 2012 | 19:13 BST
Metal Gear 25th anniversary interview: Kojima answers big questions
Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima answered a big Q&A session at Eurogamer Expo. VG247′s Dave Cook has the whole thing below. For example, did you know that Kojima wanted to be an astronaut and is too scared to make a Silent Hill game? Neither did we.
Mon, Sep 03, 2012 | 03:23 BST
Metal Gear: Kojima keen on The Boss as lead MGS character, Rising sequel
Metal Gear's future could go in a number of different directions, with franchise creator Hideo Kojima showing enthusiasm for a couple of potential projects.
Mon, Sep 03, 2012 | 00:49 BST
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes is a "prologue", coming to PS3, Xbox 360
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes had its US debut over the weekend, with franchise creator Hideo Kojima on hand to spill a few more juicy details.
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 | 09:01 BST
Metal Gear Solid and the gaming cinema curse
The history of game-to-movie adaptations is littered with corpses. Why are so many promising projects abandoned, and why do so many survivors just plain suck? Brenna Hillier investigates.
Thu, Aug 30, 2012 | 10:32 BST
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes first images appear
Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes has been announced by Kojima Productions. Here's the first leaked image out of Japan.
Wed, Aug 29, 2012 | 17:03 BST
Metal Gear's Raiden announced for PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale
Metal Gear's Raiden has been announced for PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale. Raiden will be a combo-heavy character with air-juggling abilities. He was revealed via Gamespot Asia. Watch him in action below. PlayStation All-Stars: Battle Royale releases November 20 in the US and on November 21 in Europe for PS3 and Vita. Thanks, Siliconera.
Tue, Aug 21, 2012 | 08:25 BST
Hideo Kojima locked in for PAX Prime panel
Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima will continue his celebration of the franchise's 25th anniversary with a panel at PAX prime.