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4 October 2011
Just a couple of years ago, virtually no one in mainstream media wanted to talk about a single democratic state – a one-state solution – in Palestine. That was true even though it was already widely a topic of discussion, debate and indeed acceptance among many Palestinians, within the solidarity movement and beyond.
Now things do seem to be changing. This morning the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) carried a 30 minute interview with me and Daniel Gavron, an Israeli supporter of a single democratic state, on its flagship radio news program The Current with Anna Maria Tremonti.
The program summary:
We started this segment with how US President Barack Obama characterized the fight over the Palestinian National Authority's bid for statehood. And to some extent, he has a point. Despite the diplomatic battles of the last week, both the Palestinian leadership and the Israeli Government say they are committed to the same goal – two states existing side-by-side in peace. And yet, the two sides don't seem close to that goal.
So, a handful of Palestinians and Israelis have come to a radical conclusion, saying a two-state solution isn't going to work and that it's time to try something different. They argue a single country shared by both Israelis and Palestinians is a better, or at least a more practical, goal. Our next two guests both believe that one state may be a preferable solution – although they came to that conclusion for different reasons and from very different perspectives. Daniel Gavron is an Israeli writer who lives near Jerusalem. And Ali Abunimah is a Palestinian writer and activist who lives in Chicago.
It looks like the ideas captured in the One-State Declaration are finally getting a mainstream hearing.
Worldview looks at Palestinian UN statehood bid
While I am sharing radio interviews, last week I was on Chicago Public Radio's Worldview, discussing the Palestinian bid for membership of the United Nations as a "state."
The Worldview interview was prompted in part by my 19 September article in Foreign Affairs "A Formal Funeral for the Two-State Solution."
- one-state solution
- One-State Declaration
- Ali Abunimah
- Daniel Gavron
- Anna Maria Tremonti
- Worldview
- international recognition of Palestinian state
cbc interview
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Great interview!!
I have always wondered why the world community is promoting two race based nation states when the obvious solution is one contiguous democratic multi ethnic society.
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One state is the most obvious solution to the whole problem, and its creation would eliminate SO MANY current problems, especially ethnic & religous ones, as well as perhaps the greatest: the return of Palestinian refugees and their descendants. The battle for all of us is pursuing this goal in the face of Armageddon, which don't forget, stems from Har Megidah, in northern Israel.
During the old day in South
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During the old day in South Africa, when the predominantly black society was ruled by a tiny white minority, the South African leaders bragged about their Apartheid system. At least two of them met with Israeli leaders and told them, cheerfully, that Israel obviously had the same Apartheid system in place. Anyone who has not developed a huge moral blind spot can see this at once. The good news is that the new South Africa is a majority rule nation in which blacks, whites, "coloreds" (descendents of a people who lived there centuries ago), and Indians all share in voting, buying land, and carrying on their daily activities. As in any society, there are some conflicts, but they occur within the context of democracy and orderly governance. Mr. Abunimah has pointed this out, as well as the successful integration of Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland, where there used to be constant bloodshed. If the majority of Israelis (as they are the ones with massive arsenals of modern US-made weapons) come over to the one-nation point of view, it can happen. When Palestinians see the Apartheid Wall come down, (as the Berlin Wall came down), one country will be possible.
Two State Solution
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In South Africa the separate development concept i.e. Bantustans, was a non starter since the ethnic groups were already integrated socially and economically. Can Israel force the relocation of 1.5 million Israeli Palestinians into Bantustans somewhere? This would destroy their already crumbling myth of 'only democratic state' in the Middle East. As S.Africa discovered, learning to live and thrive together was the only solution. Clearly for this to come about Israel should suck it up and plead with Desmond Tutu to come to Jerusalem and conduct a 'Truth and Reconcilliation' commision of inquiry in an attempt to heal the wounds inflicted by both sides. Clearly compensation would be necessary to Palestinian refugees, much the same as Jewish victims of the Holocaust received compensation from Germany.
I hope the Israeli cliche 'they never miss an opportunity to miss an opportunity' is not directed at Israelis this time. The only alternative for Israel is they have to decide to Holocaust all Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza in order to achieve Eretz Yisrael. This of course would be a Pyrrhic victory leading to the destruction of the State of Israel. What price are you prepared to pay Bibi?
In reply to Brusky, above, I
Permalink Yona Zvi replied on
In reply to Brusky, above, I respectfuly suggest that Brusky should think again about the tone of his comment. I too support a single state solution. To achieve that will require the agreement and much self examination by Jews and Palestinians. So we must be aware that advocacy of a single state has two possible contexts in the eyes of those we wish to convince; a positive and a negative.
The first (positive) is that it's a genuine position that, in the end, mutual tolerance, religious freedom, and a secular, democratic, inclusive state, is the only workable plan. But the second (negative) is that, it's a cheap opportunist debating ploy to turn such advocacy into more hostility towards Zionists.
Now, do you think that a single state can be achieved by force, or do we agree that a single state can only happen if a lot of Jews (and Palestinians) can be persuaded to change their present unhelpful opinions?
Of course, the two state solution is mired in contradictions. This analysis leads us to the single state solution. But, surely, a serious advocate of a single state solution will avoid any tone of intellectual triumphalism such as "crumbling myth", "suck it up"," Holocaust ", "what price are you prepared to pay Bibi?" That sort of language is hardly a reassurance that what we seek is a genuine solution rather than more of the same path of mutual destruction.
So please let us all get serious, and rise to the sober needs of the situation. A lot of lives, and quality of life, depend on this discussion. Thanks and good wishes.
One state solution
I have never believed that a creation of two states, 'peacefully co-existing' is going to be a viable solution. Alread in the '30s and '40's British and American statesmen predicted that such a solution is unworkable. The Arab world would never accept. It would only lead to perputual violence between Arabs and the foreign immigrant colonist intruders. Anyway the present situation on the ground and the contuinued annexation of Palestinian land makes such a solution now completely impossible. Ironically by their continued settlement expansions in the West Bank the Zionists in some way are already working towards that single state, where Palestinians will be confined to 'Bantustan-like' reservations, as we have seen in South Africa under the Apartheid regime. That may work for some time but will create in the long run an untenable situation. In order to create a genuine democratic one unitary state the populations and in particular the Israelis, will have to be re-educated or to to speak with Naom Chomski and Finkelstein the world corporate news media first and foremost have a task here by 'manufacturing consent' in intense propaganda campaigns of reconciliation in an effort to end feelings of animosity and hatred and bring the two foes together. I see the mainstream news media, overwhelmingly supporting the current US/Israeli policies, as the greatest obstacle to a just and lasting peace in the ME.
I applaude
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I jump up and applaud when I read that more and more people are seeing the light - that a single state, a secular, democratic one, is the only practical, and the most just, solution to this problem that has been festering for close to a century.
To achieve this goal two things must happen. One, the Jews will have to give up the notion of a "Jewish state" and be willing to integrate more fully with the Arab community. Two, the Palestinians will have to give up their claim to sole possession of the land, and hopefully their anger and resentment, justified though it may be that their land was taken away from them. Both of these are "big deals", especially difficult for the extremists on both sides to accept. But, I think most reasonable people will be willing to live with this compromise.
After so many years, it is time for Israel to demolish its "iron wall". It is also time for the Palestinians to be let out of their "iron cage". It is time for the Israelis to realize they cannot live in a ghetto forever, and for the Palestinians to realize that Israel will not go away. It is time to grow up.
One State implementation
Permalink Howard Cort replied on
Ali and Daniel, with whom I have both corresponded and have great respect, had a quite valuable conversation! A wonderful next step would be to brainstorm important ingredients for a successful new unified Israe/Palestine, such as: (1) measures to guarantee that the minority population(s) will not be dominated by the majority; (2)
arrangements for return of refugees (and/or compensation) without causing injustice to present inhabitants; (3) measures for sugroup populations to have considerable
autonomy, if desired, yet to integrate comfortably within the nation and region.


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Charlotte Bobcats vs Hawks, 4/6/10
The Charlotte Bobcats defeated the Atlanta Hawks 109-100 at the Cable Box on Tuesday night. The win ensures that the Cats will finish no worse than .500 for the season; however, the Cats remained mired in the 7th spot in the East as the Bogut-less Bucks also won again.
AP recap here | Box score here
The Hawks started Jeff Teague and Mo Evans in place of Mike Bibby (toe) and Joe Johnson (thumb) and did not get off to a good start. The Bobcats throttled them 34-14 in the opening quarter, with Gerald Wallace slashing to the basket on Evans at will. Wallace finished with a game-high 28 points (10-18 FG, 8-8 FT) and 6 rebounds.
The Cats continued to shoot well (51% on the game) and went into halftime with a 23-point lead. Things were looking good for banged up stars of the Bobcats to possibly have an easy night. Gerald Wallace played the game with some sort of mini-shoulder pad thing on his left shoulder, while Stephen Jackson wore a wrap around his left hamstring that he readjusted frequently throughout the night.
But alas, it's the NBA and everyone makes a run. Atlanta was able to chip away at the Cats lead in the third quarter behind Jamal Crawford and Mo Evans. The persistent Hawks were eventually able to cut the Bobcats lead to 9 points with 8 minutes left, forcing Larry Brown to keep the starters in for the bulk of the fourth quarter.
The move worked, as the Hawks were never able to get the lead below 9. After Raymond Felton weaved through the Hawks backcourt pressure to get a driving layup to put the Cats up by 13 with two minutes left, the Hawks conceded by subbing Randolph Morris and Mario West into the game. But with 3 more games remaining this week and an outside chance of overtaking the Bucks for the 6th spot, it would have been ideal night to have been able to give the starters some rest in the fourth quarter.
- Boris Diaw came thisclose again to notching the Bobcats first triple-double: 17 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists.
- The Cats were the aggressors all night, finishing with 32 free throw attempts to the Hawks 13. Both teams were lights out from the line: Cats 28-32, Hawks 12-13.
- DJ Augustin was perfect from the field in 13 strong minutes off the bench: 4-4 FG including 3-3 3PT for 11 points.
- The Bobcats hit the road for a quick 2-game trip. They'll face New Orleans Wednesday night at 8 PM ET, then Houston Friday night at 8:30 PM ET.


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Malta, an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast, is a nation known for historic sites related to a succession of rulers including the Romans, Moors, Knights of St. John, French and British. It has numerous fortresses, megalithic temples and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, a subterranean complex of halls and burial chambers dating to 3600 B.C.E. These are only some of the attractions which the islands can offer.
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The Maltese Islands may be small but they offer a lot in a beautifully compact package. Each destination offers a mixture of old world charm, a culture where civilisations influenced the islands over eons and miles of dramatic coastlines. Warm seas, sandy beaches and relaxed bars and restaurants are everywhere too.
Valletta (known locally as il-Belt, or the City) is the capital and where the Knights of Malta used to be stationed. It is also European Capital of Culture for 2018. Measuring less than a kilometre square, this amazing city is packed full of history, culture, shops and restaurants and makes for perfect city breaks. Popularised by its narrow streets with painted balconies, the plays a pivotal role in any Malta holiday.
If you'd like to know more about what to do when you're visiting Valletta, which hotels to book, where to eat , things you must not miss and everything else you need to know read our Essential Valletta Travel Guide.
Highlights to see in Valetta include St John's Co-Cathedral, Upper Barrakka Gardens in the bastion, Grand Harbour, Lascaris War Rooms, The Grand Master's Palace, Museum of Archaeology and lots more besides.
Any holiday to Malta has to take in the capital!
The Valletta skyline, as seen from Sliema is iconic - and we have started this article, by giving you the most beautiful of scenes.
Those who like the hustle and bustle and an ideal city breaks would do well to opt for a Sliema vacation. While not as full of history as Valletta, and only 15 minutes from the capital by bus, (or a 5-minute ferry ride), Sliema is perfect for those looking to enjoy plenty of great shopping destinations in a district which reknown for it's nightlife, bars, restuarants and plenty of accomodation to choose from.
Qawra and Bugibba, both of them also seaside villages are also top tourist hot spots. Both lying in the St. Paul's Bay area, in the north, they're absolutely bustling in summer.
Bugibba is where the majority of holidaymakers choose to book their accomodation if you're looking for beach holidays. Stylish, modern with a historical twist, characterful and friendly. Just some of the many reasons it is one of the most popular holiday resorts. Comprised of an historic town and a Blue Flag beach, the town effortlessly blends the ingredients of a perfect all-inclusive holiday with the history and character it is so famous for.
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Bugibba town centre is full of Maltese charm. Overlooking St. Pauls' Island, the town features lots of restaurants, bars, cafes and culture. Relax on the beach or use the quaint wooden bridges to reach the azure blue sea which is ripe for enjoying the warm Mediterranean or some of the many watersports available.
Qawra is a purpose built resort town set in the northeast. Built around St. Paul's Bay, the area is full of modern high rise buildings that run along a scenic promenade that stretches from Qawra to Bugibba. Qawra is what you imagine when you plan your package holiday to Malta. Sun, sea, sand and sublime surroundings.
The Blue Flag beach is ideal for soaking up the sun while the water is perfect for water skiing, jet skis and scuba diving. Despite the modernity, the original character of the town remains with the historic Qawra tower still watching over the sparkling bay.
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Paceville is part of St. Julian's located in the north of the town. Known primarily for its nightlife, Paceville is the ideal destination if you want to spend your holiday dancing the night away. The character is lively and vibrant with a friendly atmosphere that makes you feel warm and welcome wherever you go.
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St. Julian's features in many Malta holiday deals. It is a lively, characterful town on the eastern coast. Comprised of four distinct areas, there is a lot of charm for such a modest location. Spinola Bay is for foodies and those who love fresh seafood or authentic Maltese cooking. Paceville is where the night owls go to party. St Georges Bay is a very cosmopolitan area with a lovely golden beach with a modern shopping centre. Finally, Portomaso, the harbour cut into the rocky cliffs offers a glimpse of traditional Maltese life mixed with the modern.
Each area offers something a little different, yet combined, they display the charm and character that we all enjoy. Locals are very welcoming, the beaches and coastline are amazing and there is literally something here for everyone.
Sliema is a very popular holiday destination thanks to the combination of sun, sea, shopping and sensational scenery. By day, the beaches of Sliema are popular with both visitors and locals. The five kilometres of coastline with cool blue water and lovely sunshine are what vacations in Malta are all about.
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The town is full of unique shops, shopping malls such as The Point at Tigne Point and The Plaza, relaxed restaurants and friendly bars. By day, the town is a fantastic place to enjoy the slower pace of life in sumptuous surroundings. When the sun goes down, the sophisticated nightlife for which this town is known comes alive. Lively, yet classy the mix of bars, pubs and clubs along Triq ix–Xatt by the harbour are the place to be.
Marsaxlokk, at the very tip of the island, is the last real fishing village, which you shouldn't miss. Traditional colorful fishing boats line the harbour, the market can be found on some days, selling fish which are in season and you can probably find a few fishermen repairing their nets when they're not out at sea.
Gozo is the tiny sister island and is much more rustic and rural. Life is slower on Gozo and life is still lived the old way. Seasonal industries, rural communities and a rugged landscape typify this most beautiful of islands. Believed to be Calypso's isle Homer's Odyssey, there is an atmosphere of tranquillity from shore to shore.
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With some world class diving, hidden beaches and miles of rugged coastline, there is a lot to recommend holidaying or visiting Gozo.
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The climate of the Maltese islands is typical of the Mediterranean and is strongly influenced by the sea.
The archipelago has a pleasantly sunny climate with a daily average of around 12 hours sunshine in summer going down to 5 to 6 hours in mid-winter.
Summers are hot, dry and very sunny. Day-time temperatures in summer are often mitigated by cooling sea breezes.
Spring and autumn are cooler, except when the occasional Scirocco wind from Africa brings unseasonally high temperatures and humidity.
Winters are mild, with the occasional short cold spells brought about by the north and north-easterly winds from central Europe.
Annual rainfall is low, averaging 568mm a year. Bathing in the sea is quite possible well into the 'winter' months, and the peak beach season can last until late October.
City breaks can be taken at any time of year thanks to the Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters. Average temperatures are around 23C with over 300 days of sunshine per year. It rains occasionally but only really in winter.
If you're interested in knowing what the weather is like throughout the various months of the year (i.e. the best time to visit Malta) - we've got all this nailed down in our that linked article.
Above: Blue Lagoon in mid-summer on a beautiful summer day
Thanks to its location, the island has a perfect climate. Short mild winters, long dry summers and no extremes. July and August are the hottest with highs of around 31C and 12 hours of uninterrupted sunshine. As it is never far from the sea, a cool sea breeze helps keep you cool and the clear blue Mediterranean waters are always warm but never hot.
Winter sees lows of 15C and occasional rainfall which is still much warmer than the UK!
Malta offers a wide variety of hotels. From luxurious all-inclusive hotels, small boutique hotels to rustic farmhouses, there is something here for every holiday. Modern high rise hotels, historic buildings converted to their purpose or something completely different, it is known for diversity and for being cosmopolitan. From package holidays to all-inclusive packages, there really is a lot on offer here.
If you want to visit, direct flights to Malta are available from London, Manchester, Glasgow and Newcastle. At only three hours flight time, the island is very accessible. Malta International Airport (MLA) is the only airport. Located next to the villages of Luqa and Gudja, public transport and taxis are all available to take you the three miles to the island's capital Valetta, or direct to your destination.
Peak tourist season is between July and August. Festival seasons runs May to September, making this a very popular time to visit the islands.
Thanks to a favourable climate and year-round popularity, any time is a good time to visit. Winter is the optimum for cheap holidays and to enjoy more active family holidays thanks to cooler temperatures and great deals.
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What better way to unveil the secrets of the island before you arrive than by learning from locals? The Choice Holidays blog has been created specially to give you the inside track on where to go, what to see and when to visit our beautiful islands. It will also highlight any special holiday deals we offer!
As the country was ruled by the United Kingdom from 1800 until independence in 1964, the British influence is strong. English is the official second language after Maltese and uses the British system of law, administration and education.
It is one of the many reasons why we Brits love to holiday here. It is familiar, yet completely different at the same time. The sunshine and lovely surroundings don't hurt either!
As a full member of the European Union and signatories of the Schengen Agreement, the British do not yet need a visa to visit the islands. You can visit for as long as you like with just your passport. With direct flights from major UK airports and a mere three hour flight time, it is an excellent place to visit.
As a full EU member, Malta has adopted the Euro and is the only legal tender. There are banks and currency exchanges in the major towns and credit cards are accepted in most places. American Express is not quite as readily accepted but Visa and Mastercard are.
Getting around is very easy so filling your holiday with sightseeing is a must. The island is well served by buses that use new air conditioned vehicles run by the Malta Public Transport. There are also taxis in most major towns that will take you wherever you want to go, while booking cabs through local companies such as eCabs is very comfortable - with prices agreed in advance.
The airport is also well served by buses and taxis. If you're holidaying in Gozo, ferries run regularly from Ċirkewwa to Mgarr harbour. The journey takes around 25 minutes. Buses run to the ferry terminal from Valetta regularly.
Here are a few more details for getting around by specific modes of transport:
As it lacks a passenger rail network, the country has an effective island-wide bus network. Weekly tickets are available and useful for getting around, with prices being low by EU standards. Malta Public Transport maintains an online Journey Planner which provides information and route maps. In most cases, buses will not run past 23:00. Buses are generally regular between the main places of interest, but may not run precisely according to schedule. The island's main bus station is located outside of the city walls of Valletta and will provide links to all cities and attractions. Be aware that traffic can often get heavy during the day, causing delays. Many of the buses are equipped with digital plans and automated announcements signalling stops. In some circumstances, these may not be operating. Tickets can be bought on board from the driver. Bus stops generally contain information on timetables and routes. It is necessary to wave or otherwise indicate for a bus to pull over at a bus stop if you wish to board, and the 'stop' button on board will indicate that you wish to depart. As of July 2015, a two hour ticket costs €1.50 during winter, €2 during summer and €3 for night services from the driver. Prepay cards are available at bus terminals, post offices or online. Weekly tickets are priced at €21 for adults and €15 for children, although tickets for buses on Malta are not valid in Gozo and vice-versa. Tourists visiting should apply for a tal-linja bus card online around 3 weeks before visiting to be able to benefit from cheaper bus fares.
This is simply one of the ways to see everything that the country has to offer. Seeing the island from an open topper bus is a great way to appreciate this magnificent island. The open top bus tour starts from the Sliema Ferries and from Valletta. One can 'Hop on and Hop off' at his or her leisure at conveniently located stops along the route. There are a number of hop-on hop-off providers which offer a practical tour service linking all the most popular places of interest and plenty more. Each tour includes an multi-lingual commentary. A free harbour cruise is given with each ticket.
Renting a bike is not a very common and popular practice but it doesn't cost much, and offers enough flexibility to explore. Bicycle rental shops are present all over the island but it is always better to book them from beforehand via their websites so as not to be disappointed. Cycling is an original and fun way of discovering the countryside and towns, known for their very small size. It is a good idea to cycle on the west, in the areas of Dingli Cliffs and Fomm ir-Rih as they are far from congested cities and offer a pleasant view. It should be known however that most roads are inherently dangerous for cyclists; most Maltese motorists are not friendly towards cyclists and there are no bicycle lanes. It is best to stick to country roads making sure to rent mountain bikes as country roads can get bumpy and uncomfortable for city bikes. In summer, do not go cycling 11:00-16:00 as the heat is unbearable.
Official white taxis are the ones that can legally pick you up off the street. They have meters that are uniformly ignored, figure on €15 for short hops and not much more than €35 for a trip across the island. There are now Government approved fares for taxis from the airport ranging from €10-30. For cheaper airport transfers and local taxis try using our own transfer service. Our rates are lower than white taxis but the service must be prebooked.
Renting a car is a fine way to see the country, since it's cheap and driving conditions have improved greatly in the last ten years. Having your own car allows you to make a lot more of your trip and discover the many hidden charms these small islands have to offer. It is always best to pre-book your car rental online as this works out cheaper than booking when you arrive. Malta has very low rates for car rental -- pre-booked car rental for a week costs about as much as a taxi to and from the airport. Any driver and additional drivers must take with them their driving licenses in order to be covered for by the insurances provided by the local car rental supplier. There is GPS coverage, however do check with your rental company as to whether they make this available to you or not. Popular opinion states that the GPS mapping isn't altogether that accurate, where certain routes planned on the GPS, will send you up one way streets without warning, best to use common sense in conjunction with this technology. Also the Maltese can be a very friendly bunch of people when giving directions are concerned. Unlike most of Europe, but just like the UK, traffic drives on the left.
There is the regular ferry service between Ċirkewwa in Malta and Mġarr in Gozo, it goes every 45 minutes in the summer and almost as often in the winter. A return ticket cost €4.65 (Standard passenger fare). There are also irregular services to Comino.
The boat charter industry has grown considerably over the last few years. The country's favourable tax regime for commercial yachting and its central location in the middle of the Mediterranean sea has meant that large, famous charter yachts - such as the Maltese Falcon - and a whole range of small and midsized yachts are now available for day and week charters. The Grand Harbour Marina has become the principal centre for bare boating (self-hire yacht chartering).
Valletta is relatively small and very safe for walking - as are both Mdina and Birgu, other old cities of Malta. A bus tour or car hire is more recommended for Gozo though. Trekking and Cycling are an excellent way to discover the beautiful scenery around the cliffs and Mediterranean beaches. The last options gives you the opportunity to witness beautiful sunsets and breath taking views.
The electrical supply is 230 volts /- 10%. The frequency of the supply is 50 hertz. The three-pin rectangular plug system is used, as in Britain. Adapters are very easy to find.
The official languages are Maltese (a Semitic language closely related to Maghrebi Arabic) and English. Italian is widely understood and spoken, and many modern words in Maltese are borrowed from Italian. Some people have basic French, but few people can speak fluent French. By law, all official documents are in Maltese and English and many radio stations broadcast in both languages. The vast majority of Maltese citizens speak English fluently, although this less true among the older generation. The majority of people will however speak Maltese in the home and Maltese placenames may be difficult to pronounce. People are however very willing to help. Maltese people often speak with a slightly different intonation which may sound louder than usual to other English speakers. Churches often hold separate Maltese and English services, and information on times for each will be posted at the entrance. Multilingual electronic guides are available at a number of attractions. Like Arabic, Amharic, and Hebrew, Maltese is a Semitic language, though it is written in the Latin alphabet and has borrowed a substantial amount of vocabulary from the Romance languages (particularly Italian). The closest living relative of Maltese is the dialect of Arabic spoken in North Africa, which is known as Maghrebi Arabic or Darija (spoken in Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria). Since Maltese has a distant relationships to Hebrew and Amharic, if you speak any of these three languages, you'll recognise some similarities. It also has substantial English elements in it, particularly for modern words. Knowing a few phrases in Maltese may be useful.
Malta has the euro (€) as its sole currency along with other countries that use this common European money. One euro is divided into 100 cents. While each official euro member issues its own coins with a unique obverse, the reverse, as well as all bank notes, look the same throughout the eurozone. Every coin is legal tender in any of the eurozone countries. Major currencies other than the Euro are not acceptable as an over the counter currency. In the past, they were widely accepted and changed on the fly at restaurants and bars. So if you have dollars or pounds, it's best to change them at the plethora of exchange bureaus or banks across the island prior to going out.
The crime rate is generally considered to be low. Tourists should however take normal precautions, guarding against pickpocketing in busy areas and some overcharging scams. In Paceville there is a small level of alcohol-fuelled violence in the evenings. This is a holiday destination and rowdiness in bars and nightclubs is to be expected, as is the case in most European cities. There is generally a low police presence. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo
While a bit reserved, Maltese people are friendly, generous, and helpful in nature. The population is a predominantly Roman Catholic country where faith is an important part of society. Carousing by tourists, while tolerated to some extent, is not looked on very favourably, especially outside of St. Julian's and Paceville. Some shops may be closed on Sundays. However increasingly discussions of sexuality, contraception and other issues are less taboo than they were twenty years ago. Maltese people tend to speak more loudly than the mainlanders, so they may sound like they are shouting at you even if the volume is normal. Dress respectfully when visiting churches and other important heritage sites. As a guide, remove any hats and sunglasses and make sure your knees and shoulders are covered. Some churches, especially those on popular package tours, provide shawls and/or skirts for any inappropriately-dressed visitors. You may be refused entry to a church if there is a service going on that has already started so make sure you arrive promptly if you wish to see them. If you must leave during a service, do so discreetly. Avoid loud or intrusive behaviour in such places. Maltese tend to take politics seriously and they are always interested to talk about ways to improve democracy and good governorship. Many towns have Nationalist and Labour Party buildings which operate as bars and social clubs. It is considered rude to shorten a Maltese name. If someone introduces themselves as Joseph or Mariella, don't call them Joe and Mary. Smoking is banned indoors in bars and restaurants, although many have roof terraces or outside areas covered by a canopy where it is readily acceptable: it may be difficult to tell where the 'indoor' element of the building ends and the 'outdoor' begins. In general, ashtrays will be placed where smoking is allowed.
The ancient capital of Mdina, also known as the Silent City, rests at a high point in the heart of the island. Surrounded by the scenic town of Rabat, this fortress is one of the island's finest jewels, boasting architecture, history and a quality cup of coffee with a splendid view. Mdina gets very peaceful and romantic in the evenings when the day trippers leave. Valletta is similar in that it boasts a rich history, only being the modern capital, it is very much alive and much more modern, serving as both a shopping area during the day and offering an array of museums and cultural sites. Of particular note is St John's Co-Cathedral, built by one of the earlier Grandmasters of the Knights Hospitaller. It contains the various chapels of the Knights' langues, with Caravaggio paintings, tapestries and various relics of immense value to the Maltese heritage. The very floors of the Cathedral are the tombs of the most famous knights of the Order of St John, and a crypt, though off-limits to tourists, hosts the bodies of some of the most illustrious of Grandmasters, including the city's founder, Jean de Valette. Must see attractions include the Unesco World Heritage sites such as the Hypogeum and the megalithic temples that can be admired on both Gozo and Malta and are the oldest in the world! In Gozo, a rural atmosphere is predominant. Various celebrities purchase homes in Gozo, owing to the quiet and relaxing nature of the location. Visitors will be interested in taking a look at the impressive geographical feature of the Inland Sea, carved out by the Mediterranean. One is also obliged to visit the Citadel, Gozo's version of Mdina. Gozo is situated 5km north west of Malta and can be reached by a 25 minute crossing from Cirkewwa, a harbour in the North. For a look into more traditional Maltese life, the seldom seen south is a possible option for visitation. Townships like Ghaxaq often escape public notice, but some of the island's finest churches lie in the south. The many churches are testament to the style and design of their times. Many towns in the north were stripped of their culture due to rapid urbanisation, but this has been felt less in the south of the islands. If you visit in summer, be sure you visit one of the town/village feast. Every town or village has at least one feast dedicated to a saint. The feast usually lasts for one week (in most cases from Monday to Sunday), with its peak being usually on Saturday. During this week, the village or town will be decorated with several ornaments and work of arts such as statues, lights and paintings on tapestry. In most cases, the feast would also be furnished with fireworks, both air and ground (which are quite spectacular and rather unique). Every feast has its own characteristics and rivaleries between certain village feasts are quite well-known. Some of the most famous feasts are those of Our Lady of the Lily in Mqabba (third Sunday of June), Saint Philip in Zebbug (second Sunday of June), Mount Carmel in Zurrieq (Sunday before the last of July), Saint Mary of Imqabba, Qrendi (on the 15th of August), Saint Catherine in Zurrieq (first Sunday of September) and the Nativity of Our Lady in Mellieha and Naxxar (on the 8th of September). Organized tours to village feasts for tourists are available as well. During the month of April, a fireworks contest occurs in the Valletta/Floriana area, where different fireworks factories compete with each other exhibiting their finest works both ground fireworks and air fireworks. It is spectacular and above all its free to attend to. Quite a few wine festivals are organized during summer, two of which are organized in Valletta and one in Qormi. It is a great experience to taste several Maltese wines at very cheap prices. (In the Qormi festival (September) and Delicata wine festival (August), you buy a 12 euro cup, and you can drink as much as you like; in the Marsovine wine festival (July), you buy a cup and 14 tokens for €10). A beer festival (Jul-Aug) is also organized in Ta' Qali. Finally, the country's megalithic temples are the oldest free-standing structures on Earth, and one should not forget to take walks in the countryside. The most popular tourist destinations of Sliema and St. Julians probably have the least to offer as regards a taste of Malta, though they continue to be the most frequented. They are the most modern of locations, with most old buildings having been knocked down due to the monstrous construction industry fueling the economy. The main nightlife area can be found here, especially in Paceville.
The whole country is covered by three mobile phone networks available: Vodafone, Go Mobile, and Melita Mobile. Due to international agreements with providers across the globe, Vodafone, GO and Melita are sure to be apart of your carriers roaming plan. Internet cafés and Wi-Fi zones are quite abundant with connection rates peaking at 30Mb/s.
Maltese cuisine is as diverse and as fascinating as the country's history and culture. Influenced in the same way, by the many civilisations who have called the island home, the cuisine reflects every stage of the island's development.
The character of the cuisine is a mix of Mediterranean, North African and local Maltese tastes. The traditional food reflects the four seasons and the rustic origins of the island. Typical dishes include stuffat tal-fenek (rabbit stew), Kapunata (A traditional mixed salad) and Bigilla (a broad bean dip).
As a place with a rich seafaring culture, seafood features highly in the diet. All this delicious food can be washed down with a traditional non-alcoholic Kinnie made from bitter oranges.
There's also has a wide variety of cafes, restaurants and eateries serving delicious dishes from around the world.
Thanks to the idyllic climate, anytime is a good time to holiday in Malta, though Apri, May and June would be a great choice. Long warm summers and short mild winters make this the perfect antidote to the great British weather.
Summers are long and dry with July and August seeing the warmest temperatures. This is also the busiest time in terms of tourism. If you love hustle and bustle and lively beaches and towns, this could be ideal. January and February are ideal for more active holidays such as hiking, biking and camping as more reasonable temperatures prevail. February also marks the arrival of carnival with the main celebration in Valetta running for an entire week from the 9th of February.
The 21st to the 29th April is the annual Firework Festival and is a great time to visit. Held in the amazing Grand Harbour of Valletta, the combination of great weather, early season and amazing displays make this a popular time to visit.
For a more detailed, month-by-month breakdown of when is the best time to visit Malta, click here.
As well as an amazing place to enjoy a cheap beach holiday, Malta is also a place steeped in history. Made up of an archipelago collectively known as The Maltese Islands, it has a history and culture spanning over 5000 years. From the dawn of civilization, it has played a part in world events. Relics of a rich history of culture and diversity are everywhere.
From Neolithic temples to fertility, Phoenician and Carthaginian relics to Roman and Byzantine artefacts, Malta as seen and participated in it all. In 60 AD St. Paul was shipwrecked on the coast and brought Christianity to the island. The Arabs brought their own culture in 879 AD, then the Normans, the Aragonese, the Sovereign Military Order of St. John of Jerusalem, the French and then the British. All have ruled the islands at one time or another and each has left their mark. It is from this history that the unique cultural and historical mix that makes up the island comes from.
The country is now a republic and an independent member of the European Union.
The country is home to three UNESCO World Heritage sites, the City of Valletta, the Megalithic Temples and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum. There are also seven sites on the Tentative World Heritage List. They are Coastal Cliffs, Qawra/Dwejra, Cittadella, Knights' Fortifications around the Harbours of Malta, Mdina, Maltese Catacomb Complexes and Victoria Lines Fortifications.
There are also some ancient temples, some dating back thousands of years. They include The Ġgantija Temples on Gozo, Ħaġar Qim, Mnajdra and Tarxien, The Ta' Ħagrat and Skorba temple complexes.
That is a lot of history for such small islands!
The main health risk as a visitor is the fierce sun in the summer, which can scorch unsuspecting tourists. Apply sunblock liberally. For ambulance, fire or police dial 112. The main hospitals are Mater Dei ☎ +356 2545 0000 and Gozo General Hospital in Gozo, ☎ +356 2156 1600.
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Editor's note: A version of this article first appeared at RealClearMarkets.com.
A costly computer trading glitch involving market maker Knight Capital has intensified the debate over the effects and value of high-frequency algorithmic trading. The holding period for most of these strategies is measured in milliseconds. Specially designed computer algorithms blast out millions of orders a second. Most of these orders are merely probes, designed to gauge market interest. The vast majority are canceled almost instantly before they become actual trades. High-frequency traders are also adept at pocketing the rebates or fees that stock exchanges pay traders to route orders on their platforms.
Critics say these probes clog the system, crowding out legitimate orders. By making it more difficult to get execution of limit orders, for example, algorithmic trading disproportionately harms retail investors. And that's when everything works the way it is designed! In 2010, the Dow dropped roughly 1,000 points in a couple of minutes due to a computerized trading error. The cause of the so-called "flash crash" still remains largely a mystery.
What can be done? After the "flash crash," exchanges around the world installed additional circuit breakers to slow down wild swings. Many have suggested placing some sort of transaction tax on high frequency trading, and the S.E.C. is studying the risks these traders pose to the stability of financial markets. Like many proposed Wall Street reforms, however, these are incomplete solutions that fail to address the deepest roots of the problem.
In our forthcoming book, "God and Man on Wall Street: The Conscience of Capitalism," Mark Hendrickson and I argue that Wall Street reform also requires nongovernmental regulatory solutions—additional self-restraint inculcated through culture-shaping institutions such as familial, civic, social, educational and faith communities. Along with an updated regulatory framework, these powerful influences make redemption possible.
Yes, technology promotes liquidity in markets. However, hubris is Wall Street's Achilles' heel, as participants frequently disregard man's limitations for measuring and predicting future risks. It's becoming clear that the existing technology infrastructure, i.e., the plumbing of Wall Street, can't fully support the complexity of high-frequency trading.
While the "algos" have a right to push the envelope of innovation, they should not be permitted to hide behind complexity. Financial professionals should be required to provide a clear roadmap for how to monitor and disarm any innovations that could go rogue under extreme conditions. Shooting a rocket into space is only half the mission. It must also be equipped to safely return to earth.
Don't get me wrong, I am an ardent believer in the benefits of financial innovation. Today, we take for granted many of these powerful innovations, like ATM's, certificates of deposit and index funds. Many of today's investors are also unaware of Wall Street's so-called "Paperwork Crisis" of the 1960s, when increased trading volumes overwhelmed the industry's paper-based, back-office record-keeping. Only more sophisticated computer and administrative systems resolved the settlement crisis.
The dominant belief on Wall Street today, however, is that added complexity enhances competitive advantage. Everyone assumes that complexity will serve as a barrier to competitors while superior intellect and resources will always enable one's own firm to prevail. Within this worldview, culture and values are thus rarely seen as important sources of competitive advantage. "Smartness" often crowds out other important human virtues like empathy and compassion.
This attitude isn't confined to Wall Street's small band of sophisticated high-frequency traders. Dangerous complexity marked MF Global. One of its regulators conceded in Congressional testimony that the firm's books were simply too complicated. That complexity outstripped MF Global's inadequate risk controls. Some financial institutions have become so large and opaque that it's difficult for any CEO to adequately oversee them—particularly during extreme financial shocks.
Monetary authorities around the world have also demonstrated the same hubris. Under this thinking, no interventionist strategy appears too novel or risky. In fact, throwing things at the wall to find out what sticks can seem downright proactive. This assumes, however, that the process of perpetual tinkering is both costless and harmless. There are boundaries to endless experimentation—a clear distinction between Dr. Salk and Dr. Frankenstein.
In many cases, regulators simply can't keep up with the innovation arms race. Both non-banking lending and mortgage derivatives, for example, developed faster than regulators could police or even evaluate. Financial engineering is like blood doping in professional cycling: the innovators are always one step ahead of techniques for detection.
Because of this inherent gap, it is essential that we discuss character and values within the financial system. The risks to the broader economy place these issues within the realm of public trust. Some have said that the recent breakdowns demonstrate that trading no longer pits man versus the machines but rather machines versus machines. I would argue that, at its core, it's still a battle of man versus himself.
— Dr. Craig Columbus is a fellow for entrepreneurship and innovation with The Center for Vision & Values. He is also the executive director of the entrepreneurship program and chair of the entrepreneurship department at Grove City College.
© 2012 by The Center for Vision & Values at Grove City College. The views & opinions
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3 Keys to Online Success
by Rahimah Sultan
Plenty of people want to make money online. You need the proper mindset and a willingness to stay the course. Do not fall for advertising touting scams of earning money for doing nothing or getting rich in 30 days or any other thing that sounds too good to be true. Success is not easy. Once you have decided to venture out into the Internet world for business, these three keys to online success will help.
Build an Online Presence
You must be willing to invest in yourself and your future business. Building an online presence is as simple as setting up a web page or a blog. First you need to purchase a domain name. Then I suggest setting up a WordPress blog using your actual name as the domain name. If your name is already in use, you can use a hyphen between your first and last name or use something like YourNameOnline.com or YourNameMarketing.com. Take time to come up with what you want to communicate as your business or your niche, because you will probably not be able to change it.
Create a Product for Sale Online
You may be wondering how you can create a product, especially if you are just thinking about starting a business online. Do you have something that you are truly good at and love doing? Do you have a hobby? Is there a subject that you know a lot about? If so, you have a good beginning point.
You can write an ebook detailing how to implement what you do or make short step-by-step videos demonstrating the process. You can blog about your expertise and put it into book form at a later date.
Drive Traffic to Your Product
Once you have your product you can sell it through your site. Join some safelists and traffic exchanges so you will have places to advertise. You will need a LCP (lead capture page) to get peoples' name and email to start building a list. These will be filtered through a funnel via an autoresponder. As you are building your list, you are posting valuable content on your blog at least once a week. Less often will get you nowhere as far as an online presence is concerned.
You must be prepared to be "in" for the long haul, as things usually do not happen quickly. It takes patience, persistence, and perseverance as with any business. If you have money to invest, your progress can happen faster, but you can also lose a lot of money, especially if you are a newcomer to online business. There is a learning curve, so do not be too hasty. Check things out before diving in.
Setting up an online presence, creating a product to sell, and driving prospects to that product are the basics for making money online. If you are willing to do the work and stay the course, following these three keys to online success will help.
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About Us - Press Room - Radio Systems Corporation Unveils New Products at Zoomark
Radio Systems Corporation, owners of Petsafe®, is taking two stands at this year's Zoomark 9-11 May. At stand A60 in hall 19, PetSafe will be displaying the latest products from its Containment Systems, Training Systems and Bark Control categories.
These products include the Stay+Play Wireless Fence advanced containment system, the ST-100 Remote Trainers, the ST-70 Basic Remote Trainer as well as a range of new bark control products including the Deluxe Outdoor Bark Control and the Ultrasonic Bark Control.
Following the recent acquisition of ScoopFree and FroliCat, visitors to the show will also be able to see these product lines for the first time under the Radio Systems Corporation banner at stand 27 in hall 22.
PetSafe's products are developed following extensive animal behaviour research and are designed to enhance the special relationship between owners and their pets. The ST-100 Remote Trainers boasts new technology with 16 levels of static stimulation, which are easy to follow on an advanced digital display. The training aid allows owners to train their dog from as far as 100 metres - quickly teaching the dog to associate behaviours with the training. The collars are available in two sizes for little (over 3.6 kg) and big dogs (over 18 kg). The ST-70 Basic Remote Trainer has 12 levels of stimulation and allows training up to 70 metres and is suitable for small and large dogs over 3.6 kg.
Zoomark 2013 will also see a new addition to the Containment Systems category with Stay+Play Wireless Fence which allows dogs to roam freely within a 32-metre radius. The dogs are warned when approaching the boundary, firstly through an audible tone and then by a harmless static stimulation, which gains the pet's attention. The fence is suitable for dogs over 2.3 kg.
The Deluxe Outdoor Bark Control system, on the other hand, has been designed to curb unnecessary and excessive barking with a programmable timer that allows owners to decide when they want to activate the device. The waterproof and behaviourally responsive system deters barking by emitting an unpleasant but harmless ultrasonic tone in reaction to a dog's bark; when the barking stops, so does the tone. Similarly, the new Ultrasonic Bark Control collar emits a tone and can be worn by dogs over 3.6 kg. Both products are inaudible to most humans.
PetSafe's Drinkwell® Ceramic Avalon Pet Fountain will also be on display at Zoomark 2013. These superb pet fountains ensure pets remain hydrated throughout the day through dual patented free-flowing streams of water, which add oxygen for freshness, while replaceable charcoal filters remove bad tastes and odours. The fountain holds up to two litres of water, with two drinking areas.
International Marketing Director, Angela Critchley: "We are constantly looking for ways to expand and improve our product offering in order to meet the needs of today's pet owners. Having steadily built on our core areas of Containment, Training and Bark Control Systems through NPD, we've also expanded into new categories by means of acquisition."
Following the acquisition of ScoopFree and FroliCat, visitors to stand 27, Hall 22 will also witness these innovative products under the Radio Systems Corporation banner for the first time in Europe. A convenient self-cleaning litter box, ScoopFree cat litter trays offer a sought after solution to indoor pet waste management and are effective for weeks at a time. Disposable trays and premium crystal litter ensure minimal hassle for the owner and eliminate unwanted odour.
The FroliCat range, consists of a selection of cat toys to stimulate and engage; FroliCat Bolt, Dart, Flik and Pounce feature a combination of rotating, zooming, darting and twitching objects for the cat – or dog – to 'prey' on.
About PetSafe®
PetSafe® is a global pet product expert in Containment Systems, Training Systems and Bark Control with its headquarters in Knoxville, Tennessee. Today the PetSafe brand also encompasses a comprehensive line of Pet Doors including an advanced Microchip Identification cat flap. In addition, a range of specialist products focusing on pet wellbeing fall under the Health & Wellness category which includes the popular Drinkwell® Pet Fountains. The Play & Challenge category further diversifies the PetSafe product portfolio by offering a unique range of treat-dispensing Busy Buddy® toys.
Other products include the Easy Walk™ Harnesses and Headcollars. The latest acquisitions by PetSafe see Lucky Litter LLC products, ScoopFree® innovative litter boxes and award-winning FroliCat™ toys, and Pet Loo by Pup-Pee Solutions© brought to the market.
DownloadFor info about Radio Systems® Corporation, PetSafe® brand, interview requests or marketing materials, contact:
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PetSafe® brand has built its success on the knowledge that pets are a member of the family. As a company of pet lovers, our 500+ worldwide employees produce the industry's most popular and innovative products in pet training, containment, safety and lifestyle for an audience dear to our hearts: our own pets. This dedication to quality has helped our company expand on an international scale from our headquarters in Knoxville, Tennessee to offices in the Canada, Great Britain and China.
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Monday, August 30, 2010
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Sunday, August 29, 2010
Flugsaurier 2010 coverage
John (Conway) discussed why pterosaur palaeoart – sorry – palaeontography – would benefit from a far more scientific approach. He's dead right: pterosaurs are frequently portrayed with entirely incorrect proportions, muscle construction and unlikely colour schemes.
And: another write-up by Dave Hone with great coverage... and links to abstracts... in Chinese...
Argh. Looking forward to the detailed papers, particularly of water-launching pterosaurs and Helmut Tischlinger's UV lit discovery of oversized headcrests.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
ART Evolved is One of the Best Blogs for Paleontology Students (apparently!)
#43: ART Evolved: Take a look at art and movies involving dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures in this entertaining blog. Recommended posts: "The Ceratopsians Gallery" and "Reconstructing Ichthyosaurs."Hmm, interesting description. Thanks to Alan and Bachelor Degree for adding us!
Our next Time Capsule opens in about a week, so be sure to send in you submissions for the summer spectacular Pop-Culture Gallery to email@example.com!
Be sure to VOTE for November's gallery as well! Check the right sidebar and cast your vote. Only 5 days left to make a difference!
Why not subscribe to ART Evolved's new Network RSS Feed? It's so easy! Just click on the button above and you'll be able to follow all the wonderful blogs in the ART Evolved Network! And who doesn't like clicking buttons? Click click!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
New! Art Evolved aggregate feed
By clicking the shiny, shiny button above, you can follow all the blogs in the Art Evolved group!
There's like, 20 of us in the network at present, making paleo-themed art that ranges from scientific illustration to surreal to silly.
Check out the blogs!
- http://babbletrish.blogspot.com/
- http://blogevolved.blogspot.com
- http://coherentlight.blogspot.com/
- http://seancraven.blogspot.com/
- http://www.weaponofmassimagination.blogspot.com/
- http://prehistoric-insanity.blogspot.com/
- http://cawbox.blogspot.com/
- http://drawnintime.blogspot.com/
- http://paleoking.blogspot.com/
- http://traumador.blogspot.com/
- http://www.phillyrawrblog.blogspot.com/
- http://blacknick-sculpture.blogspot.com/
- http://www.drip.de/
- http://whenpigsfly-returns.blogspot.com/
- http://art-by-angie.blogspot.com/
- http://subhumanfreak.blogspot.com/
- http://mambobob-raptorsnest.blogspot.com/
- http://www.etrilobite.com/
- http://petersaurus.blogspot.com/
- http://glendonmellow.blogspot.com
(Did I miss anybody?) I've also made a feed widget available to our members that will show the 5 most recent posts by anyone in the Art Evolved community. It looks like this:
Interested in joining? A lot of our members were invited to join, having submitted artwork to the themed galleries (Next: Pop Culture, September 1st!) and expressed an interest in Art Evolved by sending in links and being a part of the paleo-art community through comments and dialogue. Be seen! Make images! Talk to us!
Saturday, August 14, 2010
November Poll is up...
We have decided on an all mammal gallery, as there has never been one. So pick your prehistoric mammal of choice today!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Palaeo Fiction Genres...
Probably the oldest fictional archetype, and certainly one of the most appealing, has been the "Lost World" model. In these humans come across some remote corner of the Earth (or in a few really out there stories whole other planets!) in which prehistory never ended, and a palaeo-environment survives. What happens in the story can vary, but inevitable a great deal of discovery and danger ensues.
The means by which prehistory endures are as numerous and diverse as the number of these stories. Geographic isolation is a key ingredient but this can be provided from the reasonable to the outright fantastic. In the reasonable category prehistory has been cut off from its extinction and the outside world by being in/on a remote island, plateau, valley, etc. The more fantastic means of preserving prehistory often are themselves a big part of the story, to explain how the humans arrive. Otherwise it would make little sense for Dinosaurs to be discovered in underground realms, frozen away in the ice, contained within a volcano, all the way on another planet...
A less ambitious version of the Lost World model is to simply have a single element of prehistory survive into the present, nestled among an otherwise normal modern environment. The majority of these tend to be about exploitation by the human discoverers and an ensuing rampage. Though in a few cases it can simply be a tale of discovery.
Time Travel
Probably the other "great" Palaeo Pop Culture genre is the time travel one. Rather than bring prehistory to the present, take the humans back to the past... Or in some cases the past forward to the present. This genre is pretty straight forward, but has a lot of quirky extremes and twists that have been taken.
Scientific Resurrection
Radioactive Resurrection
A much older version of scientific resurrection, an equal response to technological innovation, is a radioactive infused prehistory model. These tended to involve long dormant creatures being awoken or reanimated by exposure to radioactivity (whether an explosive or just some radiation). In some of the most famous stories the creatures involved gained super powers, but this was by no means a constant. As these tales typically were a commentary on the dangers of atomic energy there tends to be a lot of destruction for humanity in the end.
Dinotopia by James Gurney
When you can't have a plausible explanation for prehistory and humans to co-exist just make belief they should. As fantasy lets you do anything you want, there's not much for me to say other than this is a very diverse genre.
Another way to bring prehistory into the present and into conflict with modern man is to have intelligent ancestors of the extinct creatures reappear. Whether they hid in a lost world, are a by-product of time travel gone wrong, or returned from outerspace these big brained remnants of the past tend to give us a fair challenge.
Through combination of the intelligent Dinosaur and fantasy genres, fiction writers sometimes want to tell their stories from the prehistoric creatures point of view. Sometimes this is simply a narrative of a normal animal, and is more like a first person documentary. At the extreme we get humanized creatures.
Cave People
While this last category is more plausible than human-like Dinosaurs, I leave it to the end as it is the most fictional of the lot. In the cave people scenario humans and Dinosaurs are presented as having coexisted. Which is of course completely made up, but admittedly fun. In these man battles against the adverse odds of a savage world (in as few clothes as possible :P).


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Basic SEO Fixes You Need to do Before Deploying a Content Strategy
When assessing page structure and layout, there is a subtle, yet strategic way to use images in an SEO-friendly manner (beyond ALT tags) that improves your search rank while allowing you to integrate the necessary marketing message(s). Confused? Let's look at an example:
"I have only been working with this agency for a few months but I would recommend them without hesitation. Their client support has been outstanding and they have exceeded all of my expectations. I have worked with many SEO companies but none of them can compare to them."
Suppose you operate a travel site and you want to optimize a given page for the term "Las Vegas hotel". Suppose that you also want to include an enticing marketing message such as "Book now and save 20%!". The aforementioned tagline lacks descriptive text, but possesses persuasive characteristics. That being said, you may want to place the tagline in an image and the key phrase (i.e. Las Vegas hotel) in a header tag. This places emphasis on the desired term, yet still provides a marketing opportunity without compromising keyword consistency.
In other words, images are a great place to insert marketing messages that lack the necessary keywords and phrases. Leveraging this technique will ensure that descriptive text is indexed, while less marketing jargon is overlooked. The combination of keyword-rich content and enticing messaging will satisfy both sides of the strategic equation.


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Violin Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 63
About this Piece
Composed: 1935
Length: 26 minutes
Orchestration: 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, percussion (bass drum, castanets, cymbals, snare drum, and triangle), strings, and solo violin
First Los Angeles Philharmonic performance: February 8, 1962, John Barbirolli conducting, with violinist David Frisina
In 1935 Prokofiev was ready to return to Russia. He had left his homeland in 1918, and tried living in the United States and Paris - when he wasn't touring, that is. Genuine homesickness and a sense for career opportunities drove Prokofiev's decision to ignore the ominously lowering Stalinist clouds. He had begun the awkward steps of a repatriation dance in 1932 when he accepted a commission to compose music for the film Lieutenant Kijé, and similar projects followed, including the ballet Romeo and Juliet.
The Second Violin Concerto was Prokofiev's last Western commission, from the French violinist Robert Soëtens, who had played the 1932 premiere of Prokofiev's Sonata for Two Violins with Samuel Dushkin.
The soloist opens the concerto, alone and unequivocally in G minor. Yet by the end of his metrically ambiguous phrase, the muted violas and basses enter in the remote key of B minor. The home key is soon restored, however, and the warm second theme enters in the relative major, B-flat. In the recapitulation, it is the cellos and basses that bring back the opening theme. When they get to the point where the orchestra had redirected the motion to B minor, it is the soloist who now enters in G minor, completing a classical harmonic reconciliation.
The Andante assai is in many ways the sunlight version of the dark lyricism of the first movement. The soloist arcs a radiant, long-breathed melody over pizzicato strings, their two-against-three metrical divergence suggesting a gentle jazz rubato more than real tension. This is launched in E-flat major, and at the close of the soloist's initial statement, strings take it up, muted and on B as in the first movement, though this time in major mode.
Beethoven's main harmonic diversions in his Symphony in B-flat - the relative major key of G minor - also point to B. By this time, it should be no surprise that one of the episodes in Prokofiev's rondo finale is in B major. This is dance music, angular and athletic. The premiere performance was scheduled for Madrid, and Prokofiev added castanets and Spanish ornamentation and cross-accents to the mix. It ends with a big coda, mostly with the soloist dancing furiously in 5/4 with just percussion and a bass line - the final flurry is marked tumultuoso.
- John Henken is Director of Publications for the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association.


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Josh Abbott Buys Everything on Texas Teacher's School Supply Wishlist
Josh Abbott is hoping to lead by example, so he's giving back to teachers in his home state.
It all started with a campaign called Clear the List, launched by Courtney Jones, a teacher in Beaumont, Texas. Per Jones, public school teachers are often expected to use their own money to purchase classroom supplies — the campaign calls on various celebrities and the general population to help teachers purchase the necessary supplies for their students as they head into the school year.
When Abbott saw that a kindergarten teacher named Bree Zachary had tagged him in a tweet asking him to help her clear her Amazon Wishlist, he stepped in and bought everything that remained, which included letter-sized plastic envelopes, a multi-sensory play set and a Bee-Bot Robot.
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"Bree, I just purchased your entire list. Should be delivered next week," Abbott told her via Twitter. "It's important we all give back, and I want to lead by example! Have a great school year!"
The Texas country star also purchased all the major items from the wish list of another teacher named Brooke, urging fans to buy a series of books she needs, all priced under $10.
"I just want the world to know that Josh Abbott is truly what makes 'My Texas' an awesome place," Zachary writes in a gracious reply. "What an amazing guy to give back to a teacher for the benefit of her classroom that ultimately benefits children. Thank you Josh Abbott from the bottom of my heart."
Khloe Kardashian, along with Abbott's fellow country music-making Texans Casey Donahew and Wade Bowen, have also joined in on the movement, with Donahew starting a GoFundMe page to rally others to purchase supplies. At publishing time, he had helped raise $37,000 of the $50,000 goal.
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