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Bank Executive, Students, Real Estate Agent, Model – Finalists From All Walks Of Life
Singapore, 27 June 2012 - It started with more than 500 contestants. One private casting, two full days of open auditions in a shopping mall and thereafter one closed-door audition to further sieve out the gems. Today, the newly-minted 14 finalists of the inaugural Sunsilk Academy Fantasia are finally unveiled! The winner of this competition will walk away with a two-year singing contract and a recording album with Ocean Butterflies Music.
These finalists come from all walks of life, ranging from university students to a former FHM model; a British man who is a Vice President in an established foreign bank, and a Malaysian who is a dead-ringer for local singer JJ Lin. There are also two Chinese nationals amongst the finalists. One of them arrived in Singapore just a month ago to enrol in a local music school, but was sidetracked by this competition instead.
Sunsilk Academy Fantasia is StarHub's first major foray into content production, alongside local renowned production house, Refinery Media. It is set to make waves when it hits our viewing screens on 8 July 2012. A purpose-built academy in an undisclosed location in Singapore, with multiple hidden surveillance cameras will be home to the finalists for the next 10 weeks. They will be putting their work and studies on hold, to lead a different life under the limelight, under constant public scrutiny, and have limited access to phones and internet, cut off from the outside world.
The production which will be broadcasted across multiple platforms on TV, internet and mobile is set to titillate and engage viewers with its non-stop 18 hours surveillance on the finalists. During their stay in the academy, the finalists will undergo intensive training from reputable experts in singing and dancing, professional grooming and make their debut performances as finalists at the first weekly concert on 14 July 2012. Concerts will be held every Saturday at Dragonfly Bar, St James Power Station.
Mr Tan Tong Hai, Chief Operating Officer of StarHub expressed, "This is an extremely exciting moment for Sunsilk Academy Fantasia as we have discovered some real talent in our 14 finalists. They are like diamonds in the raw. With proper training and guidance, I am sure they will all blossom and shine during the course of the competition."
In line with its ongoing efforts to uncover and groom talents, StarHub is offering third-year students from Nanyang Polytechnic's School of Business Management an opportunity to produce mini episodes of behind-the-scenes and concert rehearsal footages. These mini episodes, about two minutes each, will then be shared on Sunsilk Academy Fantasia's Facebook page and on YouTube.
Mr Tan added, "Sunsilk Academy Fantasia is not just an excellent platform for budding singers to showcase their talent, but it is also the perfect platform for StarHub to engage budding producers from Nanyang Polytechnic, to have a better understanding of what is happening behind-the-scenes, and use this opportunity to acquire critical skills on content production."
Mr Lee Tong Nge, Director, School of Business Management of Nanyang Polytechnic enthused, "Nanyang Polytechnic's School of Business Management is delighted to partner StarHub, Singapore's leading pay TV operator for the production of Sunsilk Academy Fantasia. Our students and staff are extremely excited to have the opportunity to be part of this iconic project. This collaboration will greatly benefit our students as it allows them to unleash their creativity while deepening their understanding of content production and management for a production of such a scale."
Launch of Sunsilk Academy Fantasia Mobile App
To enable fans and viewers to ride along the entire Sunsilk Academy Fantasia journey, StarHub has developed a special mobile app, the Sunsilk Academy Fantasia app. Its highly interactive format comes fully loaded with biographies of the finalists; photo and media galleries that allow viewers to check out exclusive photos and videos taken during events and activities. Users can even vote for their favourite contestant via the app. The star attraction of the app is the karaoke function. It enables users to sing along to lyrics on a minus one track, and conveniently share their singing pieces thereafter via Facebook.
360º Multi-platform AF Experience
Sunsilk Academy Fantasia premiers on 8 July 2012 on the Academy Fantasia Channel (StarHub TV Channel 110). Viewers can also catch it out of their homes via the convenience of their mobile devices, as a simulcast of the Academy Fantasia Channel will be made available online on starhubtv.com and StarHub TV on Mobile.
E City (StarHub TV Channel 111/ 825) will screen daily recaps and weekly recaps, highlighting the best and funniest moments. The weekly concerts will also be aired on E City, Academy Fantasia Channel, StarHub TV on Mobile and online.
For more information on StarHub TV, visit www.starhub.com/tv.


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A week long international Minjar fair of Chamba begins. Local MLA Bal Krishan Chauhan inaugurated the fair by hoisting the "Minjar flag" amid singing of Kunjari Malhaar, at the fame Chowgan in Chamba.
The fame cultural festival will witness age-old culture of this 1000-year-old city at display. Apart from folk artistes from remote areas, the fair is also famous for the shopping extravaganza that it promises for the people.

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Saturday morning I turned on my PC and basically the screen did not come on (I have it on standby). Suspicious but has happened before. So I press the powerbutton to do a reset and then it did single beep followed by 8 rapid beeps. That's the bios telling you: this pc is FOOBARRED, please try installing a new motherboard. Or something. Good luck with that. Anyway, eight beeps and nothing.
After the predictable "godverdomme, kutzooi", which needs no translation here, I calmed down and did what I was planning to do anyway (by coincidence). Which was visiting the local Apple store. Or rather the Gravis M&S store on the Ernst Reuter Platz here in Berlin, a nice big store specialized in reselling all the nice Apple gadgets along with a helpdesk and good support options (I hate putting expensive hardware in the mail). So, I basically already decided to go for an imac. Question: which one. Eh … why go for anything less than the biggest one? Sure it costs money but it I'll be spending the next few years glued to its screen. So 24", 3Ghz dual core cpu, 4GB ram, a 1TB diskdrive and a nice nivida chipset with 512MB (which will no doubt run X-plane just fine).
Anyway, they didn't have one in store with an English keyboard. So they made the order for me and told me "one and a half week". So, to my pleasant surprise, I got the call already today that they had my new imac ready. So I fetched it, plugged it in and enjoyed the famous Apple out of the box experience, which is excellent.
Then I went to work installing the basics: firefox, adium, skype and some other essentials. I haven't gotten around to applying all the tweaks I have on my work laptop but will of course be doing that to fix e.g. annoying home-end key behavior and a couple of other things.
I am now in need of:
- A proper usb mouse (sorry but the mighty mouse will join its brother in a drawer)
- A USB2 - SATA converter to read both internal drives in my old PC with all my music, photos and other essentials. I have a pretty recent backup on an external drive but had gotten a bit sloppy backing up the last few months. BTW. I noticed that NTFS is read only on macs, so any tips for fixing that are welcome. Macfuse seems to be one option, any alternatives?
- To fix that, I will need a nice new big external drive to hook up to time machine.
Not all is great though:
- The keyboard sucks compared to the one that came with my Mac Book Pro last year. WTF is up with the weirdly small enter key and the weird symbols where it used to say page down, page up, etc.
- The mighty mouse still stinks
- All the mobile me and .mac spam on first launch is kind of annoying
Anyway, happy to be online again.


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Sunday, July 10, 2005
Ebbers Sentencing is Wed. of this Week
The sentencing of Bernard Ebbers is set for this coming Wed. and many are speculating - how long- his sentence will be. After hearing the sentences of John Rigas (15 years and 80 years old), Timothy Rigas his son (20 years), Jamie Olis (24 years), one can only imagine how ridiculously high this upcoming sentence might be. CNN has a wonderful article here that compares these sentences with those given to white collar offenders years back. A big difference is noted in the increased sentences experienced by individuals today. Co-blogger Peter Henning notes in this article the change in white collar sentences stating that "'Olis probably would not have been prosecuted or, if he had been, received probation "or a very short sentence in a halfway house'" if this were "twenty years ago."
Are the increased sentences the correct move? Sentencing serves several purposes - deterrence (general and specific), retribution, and rehabilitation. One aspect not noted in this article is that not one of the offenders who received the "lighter" sentences of years past committed another crime. If punishment is to deter others it isn't working as we still have many white collar offenders. If the sentence is to deter the specific offender, the long punishments were not needed as the offenders were not committing second offenses. And if for retribution, sorry, but wasting taxpayer dollars locking up these people is not the answer. Make them pay back those who lost money as a result of their crimes and make them work for society using their business skills to help society for the wrongs committed. But locking them up serves no purpose other than for politicians in Congress to be able to say to their constituents that they are tough on crime.
And some politicians may be crossing the line and trying to influence the judges. I keep wondering if perhaps someone should be investigating this conduct. Rep. James Sensenbrenner did what? That's outrageous!!!! See here.
Addendum - See the thoughtful comments of Professor Doug Berman here. See also Berman's entry here where he notesDr. Paul Leighton's comments. Professor Berman states "These commentaries, while noting we are getting tougher on corporate crime, explore whether the sentences consistent with sentences for non-violent street crimes and whether they make sense in light of the social harm done."


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First Parish Church is a self-governed Unitarian Universalist congregation operating under congregational polity.* It operates under a set of bylaws drafted and approved by the church membership. Occasionally, the bylaws are revised as the need arises.
Below you will find the bylaws, as passed on 2017-05-21 by the Annual Meeting of the church membership.
|Bylaws, May 21, 2017 (PDF)
* Here is a definition of congregational polity by Earl Holt, writing in Redeeming Time: Endowing Your Church With the Power of Covenant, edited by Walter P. Herz: Skinner House Books, UUA, Boston. 1999.
"Congregational polity is the form of church government in which each congregation is an autonomous, self-governing, covenanted body.
"In this tradition there are no bishops by any name, no synod, no presbytery, no episcopate; no organized body or individual outside the congregation can dictate or direct the decisions and activities that go on within it. The individual church owns its own properties, elects its own ministers and other church officers, and conducts all its own affairs."
The following elaboration is reprinted, with permission, from a published sermon on the Web site of the Follen Church Society, Lexington, MA.
"In other words, congregational polity is democratic in operation, nonhierarchical in structure, and accountable at the local congregational level for the following things: setting its own goals, writing its own covenant and by-laws, and anticipating and assuming responsibility for all its major needs, expenditures, and decisions."
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From A-levels to HNDs, and from apprenticeships to leisure courses, in topics as diverse as art appreciation and investing on the stock exchange, we offer more than you think from our centres in London.
It was founded in 1895, funded by a tax on whiskey! Students had to pay what was then a substantial fee of £1 a term for day classes. There were around 500 students studying here, a large number for those times.
Today, over 21,000 students are enrolled at South Thames College, and government funded courses like BTEC Nationals and A-levels are free for 16-19 year olds.
The student enrichment team, welfare services, careers advisers and tutors are here to guide, support and help you - and that includes how to find funding or manage your studies.
Be a part of our diverse student population, enter a World Skills competition as part of one of our award-winning teams, volunteer to help local community groups, hang out in the cafes, enrichment room and other social areas, have a massage in one of our commercial salons or eat at the new restaurant at our flagship Hospitality and Catering Academy, join one of our sports teams and get to know the other students - whatever you want to do, South Thames College can take you further.
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Rob's Bone marrow TP was with his sister Christine, a Perfect Match 6/6.
was in March 1997 ~
3 months later
Rob relapsed in July 1997.
Rob spent most of his time in the hospital after his relapse in July 1997.
But I still thought... Rob would be one of the people who would make it.
Rob had a very strong will.
Oh how I miss Rob and feel so sad that this happened to him.
Aug. 1997
This is where Rob was helping
Doug Herny
dig the race track, and it is after Rob's relapse
~ Ashley ~
Rob's Baby
Ashley ~ got hit by a car
Feb. 1997
2/3 weeks before Rob's BMTP
How Rob cried.
Rob took Ashley's picture and put it on a table next to him as he got his Bone Marrow TP
Oct. 1992 ~ Feb. 1997
Penny Lane
~ Feb. 17, 1997- July 7, 2001
I hope that both of Rob's dogs are with him in peace.....
Rob & Ashley x-mas 1992
Rob & Penny Sept. 1997
Penny died of Kidney Diseases
Thank You Angel Victor's Sister
I light this candle for you, and it burns with all the love in my heart, I miss you so much it hurts...Love Mom
Rob, went snow skiing with all of these PENICILLIN
Medications going into him ~ Rob had some kind of virus.. But he was fine in a few days.
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This picture was taken about 2 weeks before Rob passed on ~ This picture was in the CT newspaper after Rob died. They did not know that Rob had passed on ~
Jan. 1,1996 in New York City
Please view or sign Rob's guestbook. Thank you.
Love Mom
Rob painted the angels on this tree ♥
Rob & Tricia
Rob made the candy canes
This Gold Ribbon was on the Washington D.C. Xmas Tree Years ago.
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It's that time of year again, when college hoops rules the land and scores of fans get swept up in bracketology- a pseudo field of study that sportscasters and retailers alike have dutifully enrolled in during the height of playoff season.
You don't have to be a college graduate or even a student to join in the palpable excitement of watching teams from all across the country vie for glory. The madness has spread into the public mainstream, making the entire playoff season feel like an extended party atmosphere for fans and non-fans alike. Companies know how devoted people can be to their alma mater, so branded gear and watch party essentials have been pushed to the top of many online storefronts for fans to show their team spirit during every playoff game.
For website publishers, college basketball playoffs can be compared to other annual popular sporting events in terms of public interest and promotional opportunities. Even if some of your site visitors aren't versed in the details of the game, they understand what it means to be a part of the excitement around them- and so should you.
It's a Celebration!
Like any other sports-centric parties, hosts will be looking for all of the basic essentials they'll need for their guests to have a great time while watching college ball.
Affiliate programs like Walmart.com and Target.com are great resources for party supplies like plates, cups, and cutlery, and offer a slew of snacks and finger foods for keeping hungry fans at bay. Delectable dining options are also offered from programs like Omaha Steaks, or entire baskets of goods can be ordered from Shari's Berries and The Popcorn Factory. If certain game time snacks require preparation or heating prior to hitting the platter, Best Buy, Kohl's, and even JCPenney offers an array of appliances to help get the job done.
To incite playful electronics envy from those invited to big game watch parties, programs like Panasonic, Tiger Direct, and Dell Home & Office offer impressive HDTVs and home theater systems. There's nothing quite like experiencing a game from courtside, but witnessing the action in crystal-clear resolution with thundering audio is almost as good. Almost.
The Sixth Man
One does not simply watch college basketball playoffs. Big-time fans love to represent their favorite teams in apparel from head to toe, and there are numerous affiliate programs that appeal to those needs. Footlocker.com, Macys.com, and Adidas are loaded with fresh fan gear, as are previously mentioned programs like Walmart.com. Target.com, and JCPenney. No matter what team they're rooting for, your audience members can find the appropriate stylish clothing and accessories to show their support.
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- If You Give a Tsunami Survivor a CrayonMinistries in Sulawesi, Indonesia, engage kids in a crucial first step in trauma healing: play.
- Tsunami Aftermath: Second Chances in JapanOne year after disaster, sacrificial giving gains churches new credibility.
- After Japan Earthquake, Groups Question Nuclear PowerAlso, several Christian relief agencies are on the ground.
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- British Charity Oxfam Wants U.N. to Regulate Aid GroupsPlus: Taking the name of Auschwitz in vain, animal-human hybrids, and other stories from online sources around the world.
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Cold weather has wreaked havoc in the valley as fresh snowfall has engulfed two lives and four are reported missing in the tribal Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh.
Two persons succumbed to the cold after being caught in a blizzard at Gramfu near Keylong. A third victim was rescued in a serious condition. All three victims, identified as Shekhar (18), Sanjeev (19) and Neelesh (19) were resident of village Patlikuhal (Jathed) of district Kullu. They were reportedly on their way to Manali via Rohtang Pass in their private vehicle and near Gramphu in the intervening night of 21/22.12.2013, they stuck on way with their vehicle due to heavy snowfall and extreme cold. However after reported missing, administration sent their rescue team, stationed at Koksar, on 22.12.2013. Rescue team brought them back at Rescue Post Koksar.
Due to the extreme cold and high altitude sickness, Sanjeev and Neelesh died, while third victim has survived and is to be airlifted to Kullu today.
Four other persons who reportedly crossed from Koksar on 21.12.2013 at about 06:30 in a private vehicle couldn't be traced out till now. Though, a Police Rescue team at Keylong and I/Cs Rescue Team Koksar and Mari rushed to the spot. Search of above said persons is continued form both ends i.e. Koksar and Mari, but till now there is no report of them.


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the economic collapse blog: The rest of the world needs to sit up and take notice of what is going on in Greece right now. This is what can happen when you allow government debt to spiral out of control. Once it becomes clear that you can't pay your debts, a financial collapse can happen very suddenly and you start losing your sovereignty to those that you must turn to for financial help. So is the financial collapse of Greece the "canary in the coal mine" for the global economy? EU finance ministers have given the Greek government two weeks from Monday to approve another round of brutal austerity measures. If the austerity measures are not approved, Greece will not receive the next bailout installment of 12 billion euros. If that happens, the whole globe better buckle up because it is going to get crazy. July 3rd is the deadline. Basically the EU has put a gun to the head of the Greek government. Without this bailout money, Greece will default and economic hell will break loose all across the country.
video update: greece's papandreou survives confidence vote*
econocrash updates:
scotus takes a step closer to debtors' prison*
wal-mart sex discrimination class action rejected*
unionized actors made anti-union video for target*
video: nc man allegedly robs bank of $1 to get health care in jail*
bank demolished man's house by mistake*
surprise oil release rattles markets, investors*
bankster gunned down in puerto rico suspected to be professional hit*
video: chris hedges says 'global revolution must begin in america'*
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
financial collapse of greece: canary in the coalmine for global economy?
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- Tshisuaka said...
I don't know sh*t but I AM aware their is a serious problem -a bunch of serious problems, and I'm generally aware of their circumstances, for example there was a general strike recently in Greece which is a BIG F***ING DEAL. I don't think alot of Americans are with on that though. The distraction tactics are slick and trans generational but I'm not nancy and this ain't negative! Sites like MediaMonarchy.com are inspirations to sites like mine (citizenminneapolis.com) so lets do this thing space sisters and space brothers and tell it from the mountain top!
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We've just celebrated the Victoria Day long weekend here in Canada. That means I can wear white clothing according to the Fashion Police. It also means I go through my hat change over. I love hats! It's one of the things that make me feel I was born in the wrong era, that and my somewhat rubenesque body shape. I watch all the British Royal weddings and some horse races just to see the hats.
I am frequently asked by friends how I store all of the hats as I live in a condo and therefore have minimal storage space. The top photo shows the winter hats on the wall of our spare bedroom. They are hanging on large hooks and many of the hooks have 2-3 hats (with the same crown shapes) stacked one on top of another. Some get stacked by going from small crowns to larger so I can get them all up there.
These are the boxes I use for storage; there are a few more in another closet which I haven't gotten down yet. Again, the hats are stacked inside the boxes, so that I can fit them all in. I store the boxes in four closets at the very top. My husband has put in extra shelves above the usual very inefficient closet shelves that are standard in most homes to make room for them. Twice a year I get out a stool so I can get the boxes down and do the seasonal change over. I also have lots of knit hats but fortunately they are much easier to store and don't need to be protected from crushing in the same way that the felts and straws do.