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Duck Tales: The Origin of the Birds in Beijing's Famous Dish (October 4, 2018, Sixth Tone)
Chinese breeders are looking to seize back some of the lean duck market and ensure that the country's most renowned duck dishes are domestically sourced.
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Government / Politics / Foreign Affairs
Chinese Leaders Leverage Media To Shape How The World Perceives China (October 4, 2018, NPR)
For the past two decades, Xi's predecessors appeared as stiff and colorless apparatchiks, aloof from the common folk. By contrast, Xi has cultivated a more three-dimensional image — of a forceful, visionary leader, who is also a down-to-earth man of the people.
'This is part of the plan': new train blurs line between China and Hong Kong (October 4, 2018, The Guardian)
In the open space of this cavernous train station, you can stand on Hong Kong territory (the ticketing floor) and look down into Chinese territory (the departure hall). Outside the station, the Chinese and Hong Kong flags fly side by side – with the red-and-white Hong Kong flag set slightly lower.
Pence's China Speech Seen as Portent of 'New Cold War' (October 5, 2018, The New York Times)
Vice President Mike Pence's accusations in a stinging speech Thursday warning of a tougher approach toward Beijing may have been familiar to China's leaders. But until now, such remarks were delivered in private, in fairly decorous terms, and rarely threatened direct action.
China, the United States and the New Normal (October 6, 2018, China Law Blog)
Our post about foreign companies leaving China have nothing to do with our feelings regarding China and everything to do with what we are hearing and seeing. Our statements of fact about companies leaving China are not being made out of animus to China, but out of a desire to tell the truth and help foreign companies figure out what to do about China going forward.
China Wants to Strike Back on Trade. Big U.S. Deals Could Suffer. (October 7, 2018, The New York Times)
China is looking for ways to retaliate because it has more or less run out of American imports to tax. China matched Mr. Trump's initial tariffs on about $50 billion in Chinesegoods, but last month he placed a 10 percent tax on $200 billion of Chinese goods. China doesn't import enough from the United States to match that dollar for dollar.
Interpol Chief Was China's Pride. His Fall Exposes the Country's Dark Side. (October 8, 2018, The New York Times)
In any case, Mr. Meng's abrupt and mysterious disappearance has left a cloud of uncertainty hanging over Chinese officials and the international bodies that are increasingly giving them leadership roles. It dealt a spectacular, self-inflicted blow to China's efforts to prove itself ready for more prominent roles in global affairs.
Trump Reaches for Checkbook Diplomacy to Counter China (October 8, 2018, Foreign Policy)
Washington ramps up development finance to offer countries an alternative to Beijing's deep pockets.
Chilling call made to wife of ex-Interpol boss (October 9, 2018, AP)
In her first one-on-one interview since her husband's disappearance in China, the wife of the former head of Interpol described the threatening phone call that prompted authorities in the French city where the international law enforcement agency is headquartered to place her under police protection.
Podcast: The U.S. and China as Peer Competitors in the Indo-Pacific (October 9, 2018, China File)
In this podcast, Paul Haenle spoke with Abigail Grace, a Research Associate in the Asia-Pacific Security Program at the Center for a New American Security, on the changing dynamics of U.S. relations with China and the U.S. Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy.
China Uighurs: Xinjiang 'legalises' Muslim internment camps (October 10, 2018, BBC)
Xinjiang's new legislation is the first detailed indication of what China is doing in the region. It says examples of behaviour that could lead to detention include expanding the concept of halal – which means permissible in Islam – to areas of life outside diet, refusing to watch state TV and listen to state radio and preventing children from receiving state education.
U. S. lawmakers urge FBI to probe claims of Chinese intimidation against immigrants (October 10, 2018, The Washington Post)
The remarks, coinciding with annual rights report by the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, were the latest signal of more assertive U.S. statements on Chinese rights issues as the Trump administration presses its trade battles with Beijing.
Senior Chinese official charged with stealing US trade secrets (October 10, 2018, The Guardian)
A spy for the Chinese ministry of state security has been arrested and indicted on charges of economic espionage and attempting to steal trade secrets from several US aviation and aerospace companies, according to the justice department.
3 Questions: Being Theologically Prepared (October 5, 2018, ChinaSource Blog)
Today, if the house churches have not already prepared their congregants theologically for why they do not join the Three Self, and strategically with alternatives when the pressure ramps up, they will find a difficult road ahead.
Despite China-Vatican agreement, many Chinese worry about religious freedom (October 5, 2018, America Magazine)
The new accord notwithstanding, the Chinese government has tightened its control over Christian churches in the past few years. Authorities have demolished hundreds of mostly Protestant (but also some Catholic) churches, evicted congregations and installed surveillance cameras in churches allowed to function.
Podcast: Making a deal: Politics, state control and the Catholic Church in China (October 5, 2018, National Catholic Reporter, via Sound Cloud)
Researcher Mary Li Ma and Michael Agliardo, SJ, explain the historical and political context for the Vatican's recent agreement with Chinese officials over the appointment of bishops and what it means for the Catholic Church in China.
China launches anti-halal campaign in Xinjiang (October 9, 2018, Reuters)
The capital of China's Xinjiang region, home to the mostly Muslim Uighur minority, has launched a campaign against halal products to stop Islam penetrating secular life and fuelling "extremism".
Society / Life
Slice of life: A reporter's search for knives in Beijing (October 4, 2018, Christian Science Monitor)
"Sorry, but I'd like to buy a caidao," I persist, drawing a sketch of the large, rectangular chopper. "What do you want to do, kill someone?!" the clerk replies. "Kitchen knives are a restricted product!" […] The caidao is not just any knife – in Chinese cooking it's really the only knife. Known as the "secret weapon" of Chinese chefs, the caidao, despite its crude appearance, is not a butchering tool but a highly versatile all-around knife.
In Macau, Portuguese elites feel squeezed out by Chinese influence (October 5, 2018, Reuters)
Nearly 20 years have passed since Portugal handed Macau over to China, and although colonial culture still infuses parts of daily life, the influence of the territory's Portuguese elite is declining rapidly as the special administrative region becomes increasingly closer to mainland China.
Chinese jail break fugitives caught after three days on the run (October 7, 2018, South China Morning Post)
The two, who were both serving life sentences, were reported to have used a key card and stolen guards' uniforms to escape from Lingyuan No 3 Prison in the neighbouring province of Liaoning on Thursday.
China loves its copycat towns: from a replica of Shakespeare's home to the boulevards of Paris (October 7, 2018, South China Morning Post)
The planned replicas of Shakespeare's hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon to be built in southeast China are the latest in a long line of Chinese replica tourist towns that have attracted a mixture of amusement and derision worldwide.
China's Untied Knot: Women's Happiness Still Linked to Marriage (October 9, 2018, Sixth Tone)
"It's better to marry well than have a successful career" is one of those well-worn, paternalistic axioms Chinese women often hear.
Beyond Four Walls: 'Home' and 'Unhomeliness' in a Rapidly Transforming China (October 9, 2018, What's on Weibo)
A new global research report by IKEA has found that, increasingly, the feeling of home is no longer restricted to the four walls of residential buildings. In China, the study finds, approximately one-third of people in cities feel more 'at home' at other places than the space they live in.
'Suicided' Squad: How China's Netizens Speak Out (October 10, 2018, Sixth Tone)
The passive tense might seem an unlikely verbal vehicle for satire, but that's not stopping Chinese netizens from trying to take the wheel.
Economics / Trade / Business
China's Small Farms Are Fading. The World May Benefit. (October 5, 2018, The New York Times)
Traditional plots of land are slowly becoming parts of bigger operations, eroding a way of life but enriching local residents and helping more Chinese people move into the modern world.
China Makes A Big Play In Silicon Valley (October 7, 2018, NPR)
Chinese companies also troll bankruptcy courts, looking for failing U.S. firms, and target small enterprises making valuable technology, such as semiconductors. Chinese companies are also pumping millions of dollars and other resources into tech firms in Europe and the U.S. as a way to capture innovation and know-how.
A New Chinese-Funded Railway In Kenya Sparks Debt-Trap Fears (October 8, 2018, NPR)
The train runs 293 miles from Kenya's capital city to the port of Mombasa and back twice a day and represents the biggest infrastructure project since Kenya's independence 54 years ago. The Chinese financed it; a Chinese company built it; and the Chinese will operate it for many years to come.
The Unknowable Fallout of China's Trade War Nuclear Option (October 9, 2018, The New York Times)
China holds more than a trillion dollars in United States debt, and an escalating trade war could tempt it to wield that debt in a way that has long been unthinkable.
Concerns Grow Over China's Influence On European Ports (October 10, 2018, NPR)
European Union leaders want to put the brakes on Chinese investment in European harbors, after China snapped up stakes in several ports from Greece to Belgium in the last decade.
Sierra Leone cancels China-funded Mamamah airport (October 10, 2018, BBC)
Sierra Leone has cancelled a $400m (£304m) Chinese-funded project to build a new airport outside the capital Freetown. Former President Ernest Bai Koroma signed the loan agreement with China before he lost elections in March. At the time, the World Bank and the IMF warned that the project would impose a heavy debt burden.
Why Chinese students in America should care about how they – and China – are perceived (October 4, 2018, South China Morning Post)
Chi Wang says the growing number of Chinese students in the US today should be aware that their behaviour helps shape American perceptions of China. They play a crucial role, particularly at a time when US hostility towards China is at a high.
Studying at a university in China with a Chinese Government scholarship (September 4, 2018, Sapore di Cina)
I studied at the Ca' Foscari University in Venice, school of Oriental Society Languages and Culture choosing a curriculum on China, and for this China seemed the easiest and most direct way to continue my studies and deepen my linguistic and cultural knowledge learned in Venice.
Science / Technology
The Big Hack: How China Used a Tiny Chip to Infiltrate U.S. Companies (October 4, 2018, Bloomberg)
The attack by Chinese spies reached almost 30 U.S. companies, including Amazon and Apple, by compromising America's technology supply chain, according to extensive interviews with government and corporate sources.
Leaked Transcript Of Private Meeting Contradicts Google's Official Story On China (October 9, 2018, The Intercept)
Gomes's remarks to staff, which can be read in full below, highlight the stark contrast between Google's public and private statements about Dragonfly.
Travel / Food
4 (Alternative) Things to Do in Guilin (October 4, 2018, Wild China Blog)
That's why we've put together this list of highlights from a WildChina Guilin journey – to give you a taste of how to make the most of your trip.
3 Ways Chinese Millennials Are Transforming the Flight Experience (October 7, 2018, Skift)
As Chinese millennials and Gen Zers come of age, their shopping binges won't likely be as important, and they'll be willing to venture to off-the-beaten-track destinations more than their elders were. They'll have a lot of market power, and airlines and other sectors will have to adapt.
China's National Day Travel in Millions, Billions, and Trillions (October 8, 2018, Sixth Tone)
A numerical summary of this year's October holiday period.
Arts / Entertainment / Media
All About the Chinese Films Featured at Busan Film Festival (October 8, 2018, What's on Weibo)
From Chinese dissident filmmakers to government-funded films, you can find it all at Busan, Asia's biggest film festival.
Why Every Returnee Should Read This Book (October 8, 2018, ChinaSource Blog)
This conversation with Zhang made me realize that many, if not all, returnees are likely to find Surviving the State, Remaking the Church helpful as they prepare for the tough encounters they will face, not just with the political realities in mainland China that marginalize Christianity, but with the internal sub-cultures of churches there.
The Total Censorship Era: Chinese Journalists Reflect on Their Experiences (October 8, 2018, China Digital Times)
These accounts provide valuable firsthand details about dealing with propaganda directives,sensitive words on internet platforms, and other forms of censorship that they face as a matter of routine.
Hong Kong leader refuses to explain UK journalist's visa denial (October 9, 2018, The Guardian)
Hong Kong's leader, Carrie Lam, has refused to explain why her government declined to renew the visa of a British journalist, in an unprecedented case that has raised questions about the city's press freedoms. The Financial Times said last week that its Asia editor, Victor Mallet, had been refused a visa to continue working in the city.
Jiang Wen's "Hidden Man" is China's Nominee for the Next Academy Awards (October 9, 2018, Radii China)
Hidden Man was the third and quite possibly final part of Jiang's "Bullets" series of movies that began with 2010's Let the Bullets Fly and continued with 2014's Gone With the Bullets. The series' hallmarks are rapid-fire dialogue, big action set pieces, and Jiang writing himself a key role.
Thoughts on a Current Chinese Film (October 9, 2018, Chinese Church Voices)
Zhang reviews the new movie The Island and uses the review as a thinly veiled critique of the current Chinese political climate.
'Crazy Rich' in the Details(October 10, 2018, The World of Chinese)
Problematic materialism may kill Crazy Rich Asians' chances of a mainland release, though its small details resonated with the diaspora.
Language / Language Learning
In Pakistan, Learning Chinese Is Cool — And Seen As A Path To Prosperity (October 9, 2018, NPR)
The mix of investment, loans and Chinese expertise is transforming Pakistan with new roads, metros, a port and power plants. Tens of thousands of Chinese have come to work on these projects. Officials say there's a demand for translators, lawyers and supervisors. But they need to speak Mandarin.
Axis of Authoritarians: Implications of China-Russia Cooperation (October 4, 2018, NBR)
In this volume, leading U.S. experts explore the contours of this emergent axis of authoritarians in multiple domains and consider policy options for the United States to strengthen its position and defend its interests.
Shaping Christianity in Greater China: A Book Review (October 10, 2018, ChinaSource Blog)
Those interested in expanding their understanding of Christianity's place in China beyond the operations of small bands of expatriate crosscultural workers will find Shaping Christianity in Greater China to be a rewarding addition to their library.
Yan Lianke's Forbidden Satires of China (October 15, 2018, The New Yorker)
How an Army propaganda writer became the country's most controversial novelist.
Links for Researchers
ChinaFile Presents: The Situation in Xinjiang (China File)
ChinaFile's Jessica Batke will moderate a discussion with journalist Gulchehra Hoja of Radio Free Asia, historian Rian Thum of Loyola University, and Foreign Policy's James Palmer.
China's security footprint in Africa: Towards an evolution of the application of its non-interference principle? (October 4, 2018, Asia Dialogue)
This apparent evolution has understandably led scholars to question the continued relevance of China's non-interference principle, which has served as one of its core foreign policy principles, since the advent of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence.
China Development Brief to Hold Forum for Foreign NGOs (October 8, 2018, China File)
China Development Brief (CDB) will hold a forum in Beijing on November 6 and 7, "China's Overseas NGO Law Two Years On," for foreign NGOs operating in China. The goal of the gathering is to "facilitate the effective operations of overseas NGOs under the current circumstances, including in areas like strategic positioning, partnership maintenance and institutional operations."
A History of Hong Kong in 50 Maps – Wattis Art Gallery – Hong Kong – 16/10/18-16/11/18(October 10, 2018, China Rhyming)
A selection of unusual maps, charts and plans 1775 – 1979. The exhibition continues until 16th November 2018Resources
Image credit: Peking Duck in Peking, by Ingrid S, via Flickr
Joann Pittman
Joann Pittman is senior vice president of ChinaSource and editor of ZGBriefs. Prior to joining ChinaSource, Joann spent 28 years working in China, as an English teacher, language student, program director, and cross-cultural trainer for organizations and businesses engaged in China. She has also taught Chinese at the University of Northwestern-St. Paul …View Full Bio


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Review by Ryan
Welcome to Red Creek Valley. The light at the end of a old tunnel is where you'll emerge to see your first few unreal vistas that set the stage for a beautiful world of exploration and dark secrets. In The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, you play as Paul Prospero, a supernatural detective that works in mysterious ways to tie together the thought provoking and imaginative nature of his surroundings.
Through the eyes of Detective Prospero, he sets off with only a call for help in the form of fan mail from a boy in deep trouble. Ethan Carter has vanished. His whereabouts is now in the hands of the player's. A journey of many paths and puzzles, some off track and out of this world, and others dark and twisting, all leading you to an ending that inflames more questions than answers.
Setting and mood. Two prominent features The Vanishing of Ethan Carter establishes immediately. Chilling or haunting music is triggered from a brilliant soundtrack to create the perfect mood for the setting, game play mechanics, and events in the game. Come walking in peace, and have your eyes lost in a sunset glazed sky that lead to a reveal up ahead. What seems to be a series of strange events dark and mysterious in nature. It's up to the player to decide how things occurred using… what are explained by the game and it's developers… as supernatural abilities.
And so Detective Prospero, also known as you, sets off. Follow a railway track to what seems to be a path to the left. You can go right through to the bridge, or you can go around. Here the very level design of the introductory moments are symbolic of the overall direction of the game. This is not a fast paced action game. This is a slow, exploration based novel-like experience where you can really choose your own pace to an overarching linearity. Introduction to the game's narrative is summarized… by the developers… immediately.
There is no hand holding, and there are no tutorials, other than the speculation the main character displays upon seeing what is before him in the form of textual "hints". These serve a purpose in narrative and exploration. Depending on how much you discover, the game can go on for several hours. For what the game is worth and delivers, it is worth your time, but not worth the asking price in retrospect. However, for the enjoyable time you spend playing it, take your time with the game play, as it is all about exploring the beautiful world around you, and discovering the story by your own curiosity.
Exploration and discovery. Main features of the game that come together like puzzle pieces. Find a train cart at the end of a dilapidated bridge and figure out how it was involved in a gruesome incident. Or walk right by it to see a crank that belongs to that very train cart. The more you explore, the more answers you'll uncover. All the while putting into place mysterious puzzle pieces throughout a delightful landscape that looks so good… it does more than trick the mind.
Do not be fooled by what you see here. The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is beautiful mix of vistas, falling leaves, derelict buildings, and life and death. To be ecstatic here, the surface value in all of its growth covered glory is un-fucking-real. Pardon the special praise, but this kind of near photo-realistic art is so lifelike my brain was in such disbelief it was like looking through a window. I haven't been so excited to observe lichen on rocks before. Studio developers call it "revolutionary photogrammetry technology," that helped Red Creek Valley become near uncanny from the main menu. If there was one great standout for this game to be remembered, it's the quality in its visuals. The fine details of even the smallest assets are incredible. The developers strived so well to create a natural looking world, superbly imperfect in the nature of its detail.
Do not be fooled by what you read there! Despite the world being so great looking, it is has a some imperfections that added a layer of frustration to a particular part of the experience. Don't get me wrong the puzzle based game play, and lack of handholding inspires an enjoyable independence, but unfortunately there are some level design flaws.
If I cannot find an entrance to the next chapter of the game for an extended period of time, and others have a tough time with it as well, you begin to wonder if this was the intention of the developers to make the player feel like they discovered something hard to find. I found finding the entrance to the cave section of the game a rather frustrating experience, so much so that it halted the pace of the game. Imagine, how many people might put this game down after giving up! I would have preferred some kind of puzzle or obstacle course to find the entrance instead of a barely noticeable cranny. It seemed like this was the end of the frustration for this section, yet finding the entrance was just the beginning.
The cave section of The Vanishing of Ethan Carter helps to evoke a change in mood, but contains areas that jarringly add to the narrative. The more you explore, the more answers you'll uncover. And some answers take you on an experience that is frustratingly justified upon completion of the game. In a game that advertises it's beautifully crafted environments, it sure didn't spend time showing the cave section. Probably created in an attempt to add variety to the level design and emotional response. The cave section adds to the story, but feels too linear. It lacks beautiful visuals, and feels out of place with what the game is trying to express and established throughout a near perfect experience.
A cave section could've been done much better, and been way more grandiose. Imagine, a massive open ended cavern instead of a ordinary mine. The caves tried in some areas to create a scary scene, but it ended falling flat with what seemed to be an impossible puzzle. A common folk could just roll right through this section on their mine cart. For the most part, this section is better off left just quiet and ordinary.
A mysteriously quiet and extraordinarily crafted Red Creek Valley is home to a near perfect journey of exploration and discovery. The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is a tale of interpretations, a captivating experience through a charmingly surprising, and stunning world woven between nature and imagination.
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Iranian artistic and cultural community mourns the death of benefactress Ezzat Malek. A July 1, 2014 edition of Tandis Biweekly, which focuses, among other things, on arts and culture, reported the death of Iranian benefactress Ezzat-Malek Malek at the age of 102. Ezzat-Malek Malek (Soudavar), a generous benefactress and daughter of Hossein Malek, the founder […]Read more
Tehran mounts intl. handicrafts exhibit
The 24th edition of 24th International Handicrafts Exhibition has been mounted at Tehran's International Permanent Fairground. The visitors can enjoy variety of arts created by over 720 Iranian and International artists at the exhibition kicked off on June 11. A collection of international handicrafts by the artists from seven countries put on display at the […]Read more
Edmonds Center for the Arts presents Keb' Mo' in concert Oct. 13
The Edmonds Center for the Arts has announced a special engagement with Keb' Mo' Saturday, Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m. Over the past two decades, Keb' has cultivated a reputation as a modern master of American roots music through the understated excellence of his live and studio performances. Album after album, 14 in total, garnered […]Read more
Happening nearby: Arts of the Terrace Juried Art Show begins this weekend
The 40th Annual Arts of the Terrace Juried Art Show is set for Saturday, Sept. 22 through Sunday, Oct. 7 at the Mountlake Terrace Library. Sponsored by the Mountlake Terrace Arts Commission and the Friends of the Arts, Arts of the Terrace is one of the major juried art shows held in the Pacific Northwest […]Read more
Iran to Host First Silk Road Festival
The Iranian capital of Tehran is to host the first edition of Silk Road festival as one of the largest international, cultural, artistic, tourist, economic, trade and scientific festivals in the world. Organized by Iran's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHTO), the event is to be attended by representatives from leading countries of the […]Read more
Sculpture Exhibit Depicts Iranian Women's Transition to Modernity
Sculptures made by Iranian artist Behzad Ajdari are put on display at an art gallery in Tehran, portraying the transition of Iranian women from tradition to modernity. The works of art depict the Iranian woman from old times to the modern era, highlight different issues with regards to women, and review and analyze them. "The […]Read more
Quake-Hit Iranians Add Colour to Their Lives in Conex Boxes
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"God's mission is to love them, grow them…and I want them to know that most of all." ~ Brooke McGlothlin
"How do I fight him mama? Do I punch him in the face?" ~ Brooke McGlothlin
"I stopped and prayed to ask God what to do." ~ Brooke McGlothlin
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US must ensure Saudi Arabia keeps pumping crude at highest capacity
As the US sanctions on Iran loom, the panic in the market over the loss of Iranian crude is increasing. Worse yet is that OPEC countries are not producing as much oil as they have promised, according to media reports of internal documents.
OPEC and its allies, known as OPEC+, have promised to supply the market with an additional one million barrels per day (bpd) since June, but that promise is still work in progress as not all members were able to deliver on their promises, or demand isn't yet there for that much crude.
The important question now is: Does the market still need that one million bpd, or is there no need for all that crude? Looking at the demand outlook from the latest monthly oil reports from OPEC or its arch rival the International Energy Agency, the demand in early 2019 may not be there for all that crude with the US trade war affecting economic growth and industrial activity in China, the world's largest importer of crude oil.
Demand, however, will still increase from North America, India and other regions in Asia. There are new refineries coming online in 2019 and that is good news for demand. India is also working on enlarging its strategic petroleum stocks and more crude will go to India next year as it's one of the biggest clients for Iranian crude.
All countries have already finished nominating crude allocations for their customers for December. The picture is clear, then. OPEC+ needs only the amount of crude that customers will cease to buy from Iran. As of today, Iran's exports are down by 700,000 to 800,000 bpd. In November it will be clear how much Iran will lose in the market because of the sanctions, although it's hard to imagine a full halt of Iranian shipments by Nov. 4, the date the sanctions will go into full effect.
Many are still buying from Iran and they will keep buying, but at reduced volumes because it's not easy to outsource the same quality of crude oil in the market. Iran is a producer of medium and heavy crude that is sour — it contains higher sulfur content than other types. Also, there is the issue of Iranian condensates — a form of very light oil — which is still processed in some places in Asia.
Countries such as Saudi Arabia already took all the measures to ensure that the market will be well-supplied. The country increased the amount of crude it is storing in its tanks abroad in Egypt, Japan, and the Netherlands. It's hard these days to keep track of how much each country is producing because there are multiple sources in the market ranging from official to secondary sources to ship-tracking agencies.
The only countries able to produce more at the moment are Saudi Arabia, Russia and, to a lesser extent, Iraq. That's why the US is working closely with Saudi Arabia and Russia during this crisis through their energy ministers.
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So for the sake of simplicity, I will rely on the numbers I found from one of the famous oil-tanker tracking agencies. According to its numbers, Saudi output went from 10.09 million bpd in May, before OPEC+ decided to pump more crude, to 10.9 million bpd in June. Output fell to 10.3 million bpd in July and stayed fluctuating around that level until last month when Saudi fields produced 10.28 million bpd. This month output will go up again to 10.7 million bpd, according to Saudi energy minister Khalid Al-Falih, and it may go up again in November.
Saudi output, however, doesn't reflect the overall picture in OPEC, which increased production from 32.39 million bpd in May to 32.74 million bpd only in September. Looking at these numbers gives the impression that OPEC cannot deliver on its promise to increase its production by one million bpd. However, that one million is a hypothetical number used to show how much additional crude is needed to bring down the compliance level of OPEC+ with pledged cuts from 123 percent in August to 100 percent agreed on in the deal.
The internal document prepared by OPEC's Vienna headquarters for a technical panel meeting on Friday and leaked to the media showed that OPEC members, excluding Nigeria, Libya and Congo, pumped an extra 428,000 bpd in September compared to May. The non-OPEC nations cooperating with OPEC had pumped an extra 296,000 bpd since May, the OPEC document showed, according to Reuters. Russia increased output by 389,000 bpd, although Kazakhstan, Mexico and Malaysia posted declines.
It will not be an easy balancing act for OPEC+ for two reasons. First, non-OPEC producers in the agreement cannot produce more, and that is affecting the overall compliance level. Second, the amount of effective spare capacity is becoming limited and that leaves the market with a smaller cushion as more output is expected to fall from Iran and Venezuela, and who knows who else, maybe Libya or Nigeria or any other producer.
The only countries able to produce more at the moment are Saudi Arabia, Russia and, to a lesser extent, Iraq. That's why the US is working closely with Saudi Arabia and Russia during this crisis through their energy ministers. And that's another reason why the US needs to ensure that Saudi Arabia can keep pumping crude at its highest capacity. Any political situation these days should be dealt with away from disrupting oil flow to the market, otherwise a $100 oil price will haunt the market.
- Wael Mahdi is an independent energy commentator specializing on OPEC and a co-author of "OPEC in a Shale Oil World: Where to Next?" He can be reached on Twitter @waelmahdi


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How to access Facebook chat without opening Facebook site: you can easily access Facebook chat without opening the Facebook website. It is the easiest way to communicate your Facebook friends. There are few alternatives to Facebook chat available in net. Using this you can instantly share your thoughts, pictures, videos.
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#1. For Firefox it is very easy to use bookmark Facebook chat. You can access FB chat as a sidebar. To setup FB chat messenger press Ctrl+Shift+B to open Bookmarks organizer. Go to Organize > New Bookmark and enter the following address in the link.
Check "Load this bookmark in the sidebar" option. Save this under Bookmarks toolbar.
#2. You can use Skype as a chat client for Facebook chat. Skype integrated Facebook contacts list in its program. You can easily chat and send files using Skype.You can also see your Facebook wall, update your status and comment on a friend's status.
#3. Use RockMelt browser. Rockmelt is a social networking friendly browser that integrates Facebook and Twitter, making them a part of your browser. For some reasons, this browser is no longer available for Windows. (Rockmelt is discontinued now).
#4. Chit Chat is a free Facebook chat instant messenger (IM) that allows you to chat with your Facebook friends from your desktop.
#5. Adium is a free and open source instant messaging application for Mac. By installing Adium you chat with Facebook friends from the desktop.
#6. Digsby is one combined buddy list for all your AIM, MSN, Yahoo, ICQ, Google Talk, Jabber, and Facebook Chat Accounts.
There are other several ways too available for accessing Facebook chat without opening the Facebook website.
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Save the date for the 18th Annual Holiday Children's Faire, which will take place on Saturday, December 1st from 11am to 3pm at the North Dunedin Baptist Church, 1595 Michigan Blvd in Dunedin.
You can pre-purchase star tokens, Holiday Faire T-Shirts, and Puppet Story Tickets by clicking on the button below.Holiday Faire Pre-Sales
The Faire features old fashioned crafts and games, handmade gifts, and holiday shopping for children. Food, snacks and live instrumental music lend to the festive, child-focused atmosphere.
Faire Activities:
Faire-goers will also enjoy a series of cake walks and collecting treasures from the Pocket Lady's cape.
Puppet Story
The Early Childhood Faculty of the Suncoast Waldorf School will perform "The Roly Poly Rice Ball," a marionette puppet story with handmade marionettes and just a dash of magic! Story times are at 11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30 pm.
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Proceeds from this one-of-a-kind event benefit the Suncoast Waldorf School, a private Pre-K – 5th grade Waldorf school located at 1857 Curlew Road in Palm Harbor.


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Premium spirits brands find growth by deciphering the "social codes" of cities.
Cities are economic powerhouses, providing large marketplaces and offering superior economics for premium drinks brands thanks to population growth, high disposable income and concentrated channels to market.
Some drinks businesses take the view that there isn't much point looking beyond a few, large capital cities for building a brand internationally. We don't agree with that – global brands can be built by connecting similar "tribes" of consumers in multiple cities.
Our semiotic research in New York, London, Shanghai and Lagos proved a powerful way of unbundling and identifying the social codes that are uniting tribes of consumers in each city. But more importantly it allowed us to see what common social codes are emerging across several cities.
Drinks brands such as OurVodka are capitalising on this. They localise themselves to a city (e.g. Our/Vodka by Our/London) but also to a neighbourhood (social media, general marketing and local news ground it firmly in the neighbourhood of Hackney). Identifying similar tribes that follow similar social codes has seen it open distilleries in Berlin, Miami, Houston, Detroit, Amsterdam and now New York where the local version of Our/Vodka connects with similar-feeling neighbourhoods and like-minded tribes.
What looked like local brands can now be global brands, and growth can be found wherever your brand's code is.
New and emerging brands have new growth opportunities. Options about how to build brands just got bigger.
- Do you have the right lens for identifying the next generation brands in your M&A screening?
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"Sure, we could have opened in The Bronx … or Brooklyn, but we would have been hipster vodka, you know what I'm saying?" says Dave Ortiz, the skate-wear entrepreneur and artist who's partnered with the Swedish parent company Our/Vodka on the West 26th Street distillery and bar.


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SPIED: 2017 Ford F-350 Lariat SuperCab Dualie
Mid-Level Super Duty Shows Shapely New Hips
Fresh out of the darkroom of our friends at SpiedBilde are photos of a completely undisguised 2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty SuperCab, equipped with dual rear wheels. This is the first we've seen of the SuperCab body style, and we like what we see for the most part.
Predictably, the SuperCab looks very familiar because, as we've reported before, the F-Series Super Duty now shares cabs with the current Ford F-150. What is new is the bodywork aft of the passenger cabin, which sports a set of some seriously wide hips. Gone are the awkward rear wheel arches of the current F-Series Super Duty, abandoning them in favor of some huge box-style fenders that call the "OBS" 1992-1997 Ford dualies to mind.
The new Super Duty's fenders aren't as integrated as those you might see on Ram's dualie pickups, but that's not a bad thing. The big, bold look fits the Super Duty well. In fact, if we had any complaint, it would be that the fenders aren't wide enough. We say that because, in spite of the boxy new design, the rear fenders still sport a vestigial set of fender flares than run the radius of the wheel arch. Why didn't Ford just widen the box flares a little bit more to cover the width of the tires? We hope to find out.
The Lariat package looks great on the new Super Duty. A two-tone lower third has classic-truck handsomeness and charm, and the tailgate on this particular example looks well sculpted. It's still taking us some time to get used to the Super Duty's bold front end, but the more we look at it, the more we see shadows of that aforementioned OBS Ford. That's a good thing, by the way. The side view of the truck could be its best angle, as the head- and taillights mirror each other well, giving the truck a pleasant, cohesive design.
With the new Super Duty stripping away camo and showing itself in production spec, we can't wait to see what Ford has planned in terms of powertrain and capability. Hopefully we'll be able to report more on that soon.
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Today, Tomorrow and Thursday are minimum days and school is out at 11:40. If you'd like to stay for lunch, it will be served after school until 12:10.
Promotion rehearsal will be held on Thursday, June 6 at 8:50 am. All students participating in Promotion MUST be in attendance at the rehearsal.
The ceremony starts at 2 pm on June 6 but students must be checked in NO LATER than 1:30 pm. Doors will open in the MPR at 1 pm.
Students will pick up their name card at this time (details to follow at rehearsal). The guest entrance will then open at 1:30 pm.
DON'T BE LATE! If students are not in line with the procession begins, they will not participate in the ceremony.
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Balloons are not permitted on campus as they block the view of other visitors. Air horns and any other noise making devices are also prohibited.
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- Alarm System (Thatcham Category 1)
- BMW Professional Radio - 3.5mm Auxiliary Input Point
- Bluetooth Audio Streaming
- Bluetooth Handsfree Facility
- Front Electric Windows with Open/Close Fingertip Control
- Anti-Trap Facility and Comfort Closing
- Heat Protection Glazing with Green - Tint
- Hillstart Assist
- On-Board Computer (OBC)
- Rain Sensor with Automatic Wiper
- Start/Stop Button with Comfort Go Keyless Engine Start and Auto Start-Stop Deactivation Button
- Tyre Puncture Monitor
- 12V Power Socket in Centre Console and Additional 12V Socket in Right-Side of Boot
- 50/50 Split Folding Rear Seats
- 6.5in LCD Display with 800x400-pixel Resolution
- Active Differential Brake (ADB - Sport) Electronic Differential Lock in DSC - OFF Mode
- Andesit Silver Metallic Effect Interior Trim
- Anthracite Floor Mats in Velour
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) including Brake Assist and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
- Automatic Headlight Activation
- Black Rear Spoiler
- BMW Emergency Call
- BMW TeleServices and BMW Online Services
- BMW Mobility Kit with Tyre Sealing System and 12V Compressor
- Body Colour Bumpers
- Central Cupholder Includes Additional Cupholder with Clip-On Function for Centre Console
- Child Seat ISOFIX Attachment for the Two Outer Rear Seats
- Clock and Date
- Drivers Airbag
- Dynamic Brake Lights
- Dynamic Stability Control + (DSC+) Comprising: Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
- Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
- Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
- Electric Handbrake
- Electrically Adjustable Exterior Mirrors - Mirror Glass Aspheric on Drivers Side
- Convex on Passenger Side
- Engine Immobiliser
- Foldable Front Centre Armrest with Integrated Storage Compartment
- Front Headrests Integrated into Seats Backrest and Rear Foldable Headrests with Height Adjustment
- Front Passenger Airbag with Deactivation
- Front Pyrotechnic Belt Tensioners and Belt Force Limiters
- Front Side (Seat-Integrated) Airbags and Front and Rear Curtain Head Protection System
- Glove Box with Dividing Level
- High Level Third LED Brake Light Integrated into Rear Spoiler
- Interior Mirror with Automatic Anti-Dazzle Function
- LED Daytime Running Lights with BMW i Design and Follow me Home Function
- Multi-Function Steering Wheel (Media
- Bluetooth Telephone)
- Odometer and Trip Meter
- Outside Temperature Display with Acoustic Ice Warming
- Rear Window Heating
- Remote Control Including Two Integrated Key
- Servotronic Variable Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Steering - Wheel Column Manual Adjustment
- Stereo System with 4x25W Speakers
- Sun Visors with Vanity Mirrors and Ticket Pocket
- TMC Traffic Information
- Two Lashing Eyes in Luggage Compartment at Sill
- Two Spoke Black Leather Steering Wheel with Unique BMW iBlue Accent
- Upholstery Cloth - Neutronic Cloth Upholstery (Aragats Grey)
- USB Audio Interface
Cost and Efficiency
Urban mpg
Extra Urban mpg
Combined 0.6 mpg
Tax (6/12mo)
Euro Status E6
Insurance Group (1 - 50)
* Cars registered on or after 01/04/17 with a list price of over £40,000 at first registration including those with 0g/km will pay a vehicle road fund licence surcharge for 5 years from the start of the second licence
Engine and Performance
0 - 62mph s
Top Speed 93mph
Max Power 167bhp
Max Power at 4800rpm
Max Torque 184lb-ft
Max Torque at 4500rpm
Engine Size L
Aspiration NATURALLY ASPIRATED
Valve Gear DOHC
Cylinders 2
Cyl. ARR IN LINE
Drive REAR
Gears 1
Weights and Measures
Dimensions (mm)1365kght. 1597mmWidth 1775mmLength 3999mm
- Max Gross Weight
- Towing Weight (Braked)
- Towing Weight (Unbraked)
- Seats 4
Safety (NCAP)
- Adult
- Child
- Pedestrian
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- Overall
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text: The Dorlux line of Backcare Elite mattresses are designed to make sleep more comfortable for those who suffer from back pain, but in reality, the Backcare Mattress will affect far more than your sleep. Doctors and medical professionals have made it more and more clear that a great deal of our health hinges on getting a good night?s sleep ? and the single greatest factor on your sleep quality is the mattress that you choose. According to multiple sleep centre studies, the amount and quality of your sleep can have a profound effect on nearly every aspect of your daily life. Sleeping poorly at night can lessen your concentration, make you irritable, impair your immune system and affect your perception. The wrong mattress can make things even worse for you. A mattress that doesn?t support your entire body properly can make your entire life miserable. The Dorlux Backcare Elite mattress offers firm support to keep your spine in proper alignment, wrapped in a luxurious filling that cushions and protects your joints from pressure. The Advanced Flexiform spring system is specially designed to support your body from head to toe while mirroring every movement you make while you sleep. Dorlux Backcare mattresses are made in standard sizes to fit all of our bed bases and headboards. www.mattressnextday.co.uk


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Author: Stephanie Perkins
Released: September 29, 2011
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary
Published by: Dutton
Source: My wonderful local library
Pages: 338
Summary from Goodreads:
Budding designer Lola Nolan doesn't believe in fashion . . . she believes in costume. The more expressive the outfit -- more sparkly, more fun, more wild -- the better. But even though Lola's style is outrageous, she's a devoted daughter and friend with some big plans for the future. And everything is pretty perfect (right down to her hot rocker boyfriend) until the dreaded Bell twins, Calliope and Cricket, return to the neighborhood.
When Cricket -- a gifted inventor -- steps out from his twin sister's shadow and back into Lola's life, she must finally reconcile a lifetime of feelings for the boy next door.
Stephanie Perkins has done it again! I don't know how Perkins writes in such a way that I swear I feel whatever her character is feeling (as silly as it sounds). Lola feels breathless and I can't seem to breathe. Her heart is racing and I feel like mine is too (even though it wasn't really). More than Anna, Lola and the Boy Next Door have captured my heart.
The characters in this book are simply amazing. From Lola with her costumes, wigs, and eyelashes everyday to Max and his bad-boy tattooed self, all the way to her wonderfully amazing dads. To top off a great cast of characters we have Cricket, possibly my favorite book boy ever! Oh wow! He is just want I would want in a boy (if I were 16 again and not married!) Sweet, thoughtful, respectful, and of course super easy on the eyes,.
The pace of this book was perfect. I couldn't put the book down, and I don't think there was one moment that my thoughts strayed from the story. OK, yes, I realize that I am gushing but really.... I LOVED THIS BOOK!
There is one scene where Anna mentions (yes! Anna and St. Claire are in this book) how it is so much easier to write a movie review for a movie that she doesn't like than it is to write one for a movie you love. I find this to be very true. When I love a book I have a hard time articulating what it was that made me love it, I just love it! However, when I don't like a book I have no trouble picking every apart every little thing that I didn't like. All this just to say "I LOVE THIS BOOK!" End gush.
Obviously I highly recommend this book!


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3 Best Ways to Use Baking Soda in Order to Lose Stomach, Back, Arm and Thigh Fat!
In this article we shall present you an old ingredient that has been used traditionally by our ancestors for ages. We are talking about the baking soda which can be used for various purposes starting from a cooking ingredient to a remarkable cleaning agent. However, we shall focus on some of the uses of which you may have not heard of.
Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate is an incredible ingredient for the weight loss process, specifically for losing fat in those problematic areas like in the back, arm and thigh. The reason why baking soda is so efficient lies in the content of the alkalizing compounds and its ability to stimulate digestion. Aside the benefits in losing weight baking soda can significantly improve your overall health.
Nevertheless, in this article we shall present you three methods how to lose weight in those problematic areas. The use of these methods will help you to melt all that accumulated fat in the body.
Method Number One
Baking Soda and Apple Cider Vinegar
Needed Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- Half a teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 glass of water
Start with blending in the baking soda with a glass of water. After that, include the apple cider vinegar and stir the mixture well.
Use: Take the solution on an empty stomach. Repeat this procedure daily and very soon the incredible slimming results will come.
Method Number Two
Baking Soda and Lemon
Needed Ingredients:
- 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- Half a cup of water
Mix the baking soda with the water till it dissolves. Then squeeze the lemon into the solution and mix it once again.
Use: For optimal results take the solution on an empty stomach 20 minutes before your breakfast on a daily basis.
Method Number Three
Baking Soda and Strawberries
Needed Ingredients:
- 1 cup of strawberries
- Half a teaspoon of baking soda
- 2 cups of water
- 2 lemons
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend till you get a smooth texture.
Use: Take one glass of this beverage two times a day. In just couple of weeks the results will be visible.


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Day 46 –> 20 Me!
Today, I'll show you WHO started all of this.
Ferdinand Emmanuel Edralin Marcos (September 11, 1917 – September 28, 1989) was a Filipino politician who held the title of President of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986. He was a lawyer, member of the Philippine House of Representatives (1949–1959) and a member of the Philippine Senate (1959–1965). He was Senate President from 1963–1965.
While in power he implemented wide-ranging programs of infrastructure development and economic reform. However, his administration was marred by massive authoritarian, political repression, and human rights violations.
In 1983, his government was accused of being involved in the assassination of his primary political opponent, Benigno Aquino, Jr. Public outrage over the assassination served as the catalyst for the People Power Revolution in February 1986 that led to his removal from power and eventual exile in Hawaii. It was later discovered that, during his 20 years in power, he and his wife Imelda Marcos had moved billions of dollars of embezzled public funds to accounts and investments in the United States, Switzerland, and other countries.


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Property ownership, whether residential or commercial, can put you at risk for vandalism. Graffiti, broken windows and other pointless destruction can really ad up. What's worse is if a claim is not submitted in compliance to policy, it can be quickly disputed or denied. Don't take chances letting your insurance company settle with you for less than your entitled, contact Imperial Claims Adjusters to handle your claim
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Facts About Outer Space You Probably Didn't Know
Outer space has long been a topic of intrigue for aspiring astronauts, and there are a lot of surprising things about our solar system. Here are a few fun facts for aspiring astronauts:
People imagine all kinds of things, not only about our solar system, but about the universe. Sometimes, we wonder what it would be like to travel in space. The world certainly seems to be getting smaller all the time.


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How to Add Tabs to File Explorer in Windows
Even if adding tabs to Windows Explorer has been one of the most popular features that have been requested for, Microsoft still hasn't delivered. But you don't have to wait for them to deliver – you can use the Clover 3 extension which works on all versions of Windows. Yes, even Windows 10 too. Why tabs, you might ask? If you need to open another File Explorer window, you don't have to open a new window altogether. Best part: If you do want a second window, then all you have to do is open a tab and separate the...Read More


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|Charles McCarthy
| File:Charles McCarthy - Georgia.jpg
McCarthy pictured in The Pandora 1898, Georgia yearbook
|June 29, 1873
Brockton, Massachusetts
|March 26, 1921 (aged 47)
Prescott, Arizona
|Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau
Charles McCarthy (June 29, 1873 – March 26, 1921) was a political scientist, public administrator, Progressive reformer, and briefly, an American football coach. He is credited with founding the first legislative reference library in the United States.[1] McCarthy was active in policy formation, with special interests in agricultural cooperatives and adult and vocational education. He authored The Wisconsin Idea, a summary of Progressive philosophy and thinking.
Early yearsEdit
McCarthy was born in Brockton, Massachusetts to a shoemaker and his wife, who kept a boarding house.[2] He was the only one of their three children to survive childhood.[2] After an education in the public schools in Brockton, he was apprenticed to a shoemaker. When this did not interest him, he ran away to become a cabin boy on a sailing schooner.[2][3] While at sea, he read the books available in the ship's library, obtaining the equivalent of a high school education.
Eager to obtain more education, he tried to enter Brown University, but was denied admission. After appealing directly to the president of the university, his entrance to the school was arranged.[3] McCarthy lacked the funds to pay for school, so he financed his education by working as a scene shifter and painter in theaters in Providence.[2] He also played for the Brown football team, earning All-America honors.[2][3] He graduated from Brown in 1896, with a bachelor of philosophy degree.
When the Spanish–American War broke out, McCarthy tried to enlist, but was turned down for physical reasons.[2][3] Despite this, he headed to Florida, and was aboard a troop transport, when he was discovered and put ashore.[2] He became ill with malaria caught in camp, and by the time he recovered, the war was over. McCarthy then entered law school at the University of Georgia. To pay for school, he took a job as the school's football coach.[3] During his two seasons, 1897 and 1898, McCarthy's team compiled a record 6–3.
Interested in the economics of Richard T. Ely, McCarthy enrolled at the University of Wisconsin (now University of Wisconsin–Madison),[2] where he studied history, politics, and economics. He received a Ph.D. in 1901.[1] His thesis, which was on the Anti-Masonic Party, was awarded the Justin Winsor Prize by the American Historical Association.[1]
Legislative Reference LibraryEdit
In 1901, McCarthy was appointed the chief document clerk for the Wisconsin Free Library Commission.[4] Although the position was designed to provide legislators with reference materials, McCarthy ultimately expanded its scope to include researching legislation from around the world and drafting legislation.[5] He was interested in improving lawmaking from what he saw as a chaotic process largely controlled by lobbyists[2][5] to a systematic one that produced well-crafted legislation that could both survive court challenge and serve as a model for other states and the federal government.[4][5] He formulated the concept of a legislative reference library— a place where legislators could take their ideas, learn about the experiences of other states and countries, cast their ideas in concrete terms, and then have the help of trained draftsmen to put their ideas into legal form.[2] Initially spurned by the legislature, McCarthy was eventually given space for his project in the attic of the capitol.[2] He ultimately built it into the first legislative reference library in the country,[1][3][5] and was responsible for overhauling the way legislation was created in the state.[5]
The Wisconsin IdeaEdit
In 1912, McCarthy published The Wisconsin Idea, a summary of the goals and ideals of the Progressive movement. In it, he decried the "corrupting influences of the concentrated wealth"[6] and called for political and economic reforms that would facilitate "the betterment, the efficiency and the welfare of each individual."[6] To accomplish this, McCarthy advocated the development of a science of public administration so that governments could be run with the same efficiency as businesses. He recommended that public officials be educated specifically for administrative duties. Other ideas described in the book include the direct accountability of politicians and government administrators to the electorate; the regulation of business, including railroads, utilities, stocks and bonds, insurance, and banking, for the public good; and the provision of service by public universities to the state via university extensions and adult education.[6]
In his introduction to the book, Theodore Roosevelt wrote:
As Professor Simon N. Patten says: "Without means of attainment and measures of result an ideal becomes meaningless. The real idealist is a pragmatist and an economist. He demands measurable results and reaches them by means made available by economic efficiency. Only in this way is social progress possible." Mr. McCarthy's purpose is to impress not only every real reformer, but every capable politician, with the fact that the people are more concerned about "good works" than about "faith."[6]
One of McCarthy's ideals was that the law should embody the public will.[2] To accomplish this required not only the systematic formulation of legislation, but governmental reforms. Many of the reforms he advocated were embodied in the platform of Theodore Roosevelt's Bull Moose Party, which McCarthy helped draft.[1][5] Focused on removing corruption from politics and waste and inefficiency from government, the platform advocated the recall of judicial decisions, easier amendment of the Constitution, and women's suffrage as means to accomplish this. It also called for improvements in social welfare, including social welfare legislation for women and children, workers' compensation, farm relief, mandatory health insurance in industry, and new inheritance and income taxes.
Other positionsEdit
In addition to his work with the Wisconsin legislature, McCarthy was an advisor to Presidents Theodore Roosevelt, William H. Taft, and Woodrow Wilson.[2] In 1914-15, he was Director of Research and Investigation for the U.S. Commission on Industrial Relations.[7][8] During World War I, when Herbert Hoover became head of the U.S. Food Administration, McCarthy became his chief aide.[3][4] In 1917, he was offered the post of advisor to China within the State Department, but declined.[3] He was sought after by corporations and other states, but always declined the offers in order to remain at the Wisconsin Legislative Reference Library.[3]
McCarthy died March 26, 1921 in Prescott, Arizona, where he had gone to seek relief from health problems.[2][7] His remains lay in state at the state capitol, the first time anyone had been honored with that distinction since the Civil War.[7][9] A bronze plaque of McCarthy was placed in the assembly chamber of the capitol.[4]
- The Antimasonic Party: A Study of Political Antimasonry in the United States, 1827-1840. 1901.
- The Wisconsin Idea. New York: Macmillan, 1912.
Head coaching recordEdit
|Georgia Bulldogs (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association) (1897–1898)
See alsoEdit
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "Mccarthy, Charles 1873 - 1921". Dictionary of Wisconsin History. Wisconsin Historical Society. http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/dictionary/index.asp?action=view&term_id=2705&search_term=mccarthy. Retrieved 10 April 2010.
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 E. A. Fitzpatrick (April 10, 1921). "McCarthy of Wisconsin". Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin): pp. 15, 18.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 "Dr. Charles McCarthy Dead". Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin): pp. 1, 9. March 27, 1921.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Charles McCarthy". History of the Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau. Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau. http://www.legis.state.wi.us/lrb/history/chiefs/mccarthy.htm. Retrieved 10 April 2010.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 "McCarthy of the 'Wisconsin Idea'". The Milwaukee Journal (Milwaukee, Wisconsin). August 4, 1948. http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=1499&dat=19480804&id=by8aAAAAIBAJ&sjid=3CQEAAAAIBAJ&pg=4619,1993854. Retrieved 10 April 2010.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 McCarthy, Charles (1912). The Wisconsin Idea. New York: Macmillan. http://www.library.wisc.edu/etext/WIReader/Contents/Idea.html.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "Dr. Charles McCarthy to Be Buried Here This Week". The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin). March 28, 1921.
- ↑ Schlinkert, Leroy W. (March 1940). "The Charles McCarthy Papers". Wisconsin Magazine of History 23 (3): 308–312. http://content.wisconsinhistory.org/cdm4/document.php?CISOROOT=%2Fwmh&CISOPTR=12756&REC=5&CISOBOX=industrial. Retrieved 10 April 2010.
- ↑ "Simple Service for M'Carthy". The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin): p. 1. April 1, 1921.
Further readingEdit
- Casey, Marion. Charles McCarthy: Librarianship and Reform. Chicago: American Library Association, 1981.
- Fitzpatrick, Edward A. McCarthy of Wisconsin. New York: Columbia University Press, 1944.
- Woerdehoff, Frank J. Dr. Charles McCarthy: Planner of the Wisconsin System of Vocational and Adult Education", Wisconsin Magazine of History, vol. 44, no. 4 (Summer 1958), pp. 270–274.
- Woerdehoff, Frank J. "Dr. Charles McCarthy's Role in Revitalizing the University Extension Division", Wisconsin Magazine of History, vol. 40, no. 1 (Autumn 1956), pp. 13–18.
External linksEdit
- Charles McCarthy, 1873-1921, The Survey, 1921, at the Wisconsin Historical Society
- Death certificate of Charles McCarthy, Arizona Department of Health Services
- Reed, Thomas Walter. History of the University of Georgia, University of Georgia
- Charles McCarthy at the College Football Data Warehouse


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The People's Apple Watch
Apple Watch Series 5 Aluminum
Elegance at a price
Apple Watch Series 5 Stainless Steel
The Apple Watch Series 5 aluminum version is the one to beat this season. It offers the same great features as the stainless steel version for much less.
- Price
- Choice of with or without cellular
- Same features for much less
- Lighter
- Nike+ version
- Durability vs. stainless steel
- Ion-X strengthened glass not as good as sapphire crystal
Durable yes, but this Apple Watch costs $300 more than the aluminum model. Thanks to the polished shine, it also shows those microabraisions easier.
- Stainless steel is a stronger material
- Saphire Crystal glass front
- Pricey
- Scratches are more noticable
- No Nike+ version
- Weighs more
Like previous versions, the Apple Series 5 is available in aluminum and stainless steel (as well as titanium and ceramic, but there's more to come on that). The stainless steel Apple Watch version includes stronger case materials. But that might not matter for those that upgrade each year and want to save a few dollars.
Let's compare
From a features perspective, both Apple Watch Series 5 versions are identical. Both, for example, can track your heart rate, include a built-in ECG, and support the Compass app. Each features the same available storage for onboard music and podcasts. You can use the same third-party apps and faces on both models.
|Series 5 Aluminum
|Series 5 Stainless Steel
|Lowest Price
|Highest Price
|Color choices
Space Gray
Space Black
|30.1g (40mm)
36.7g (44mm)
|39.8g (40mm)
47.8g (44mm)
|Display material
|Ion-X strengthened glass
|sapphire crystal
|Charging puck
|stainless steel topped
|Wi-Fi only versions
|Onboard storage size
As you can see, the differences between both models mostly come down to the materials used. Whether you're talking about the casing, display, or charging puck, the stainless steel model offers better materials. The aluminum Apple Watch is a softer material, and the anodization could scratch or chip, as could its Ion-X-strengthened glass. The stainless steel Apple Watch is much, much harder, especially the black model with diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating. Still, stainless steel does have a drawback -- scratches are more noticable than the aluminum version. These so-called microabrasions can appear on glossy stainless steel soon after you start wearing one, especially on the silver version.
There's also the issue of cellular abilities. All Apple Watches with stainless steel include GPS and cellular capabilities. The latter increases the price of the watch and when the feature is activated, requires a monthly data plan. If you don't care about cellular, you pay for it anyway which is a waste. With the aluminum models, by contrast, Apple gives you a choice between GPS only and GPS plus cellular.
You should get the aluminum Apple Watch if you are:
- into physical fitness and you want the lightest Apple Watch you can get
- going to be rough enough with it — or likely to lose it — and want the most affordable replacement option possible
- not sure about Apple Watch and want to try it out at the lowest cost-of-entry
- simply loving the way the bead-blasted aluminum gold option looks
You should get the stainless steel Apple Watch if you:
- love watches and want something heavy but not too heavy
- want something classic on the outside but ultra-modern within
- need a watch made out of strong materials like stainless steel and sapphire crystal
The bottom line: We think the aluminum model is best for most folks. If you're overly worried about possible damage, get an AppleCare+ subscription for peace of mind. Besides, Nike+ only comes in aluminum, which is something to also consider. If you plan on keeping your watch for more than two years, the stainless steel model might be best.
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Beautiful but pricey
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If you're really worried about breaking your Apple Watch, this is the one to get. Still, watch out for those inevitable scatches!
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These are just a few of the men who are able to convey utter joy through dancing and whom I find highly entertaining.
Danny Kaye, seen here in one of my favorite songs from White Christmas (in which he and the lovely Vera-Ellen really define the art of pole dancing) is just plain wonderful. His few lines delivered after the dance are hilarious. I love watching him on screen.
Though a little younger than Kaye, Donald O'Connor was to play the role of Phil Davis in White Christmas, but in another bit of irony, fell ill due to a disease from the mule, of Francis, the Talking Mule fame. I've linked to a previous post about the sheer happiness his tap dance as part of "Good Morning" team from Singing in the Rain brings. Yes, Gene Kelly is awesome, but Donald is awesome AND hilarious.
And finally, Dick Van Dyke, whose dancing talents were somewhat lost on me in my youth (despite being a big fan of The Dick Van Dyke Show), but whose recent jig at the end of Night at the Museum renewed my interested in his abilities and sparked a Chitty Chitty Bang Bang evening at my house. I couldn't find his bit in Night at the Museum, so instead, I hope you enjoy the following new-to-me clip combining Dick Van Dyke, the incomparable Mary Tyler Moore, Christmas, and dancing!
And, as if this weren't enough joy to sustain one for an afternoon, I leave you with this extra bit of delight: Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian is expected to be out May 22, 2009, starring most of the original cast (including Dick Van Dyke) and starring Amy Adams as Amelia Earhart, no less!
Sunday, December 7, 2008
The Best Things Happen While You're Dancing
Posted by Lynne at 2:36 PM
4 comments:
- Deb said...
How about one of the most joyful dancing videos I've ever seen, this year's Dancing with Matt:
- December 7, 2008 at 3:27 PM
- Lynne said...
Been loving that one for several months now! Thanks for the reminder, Deb.
- December 7, 2008 at 3:55 PM
- Lynne said...
Remedial Respondent strikes again!
That was supposed to link to my June 25 post on the Matt Hardin video. I love the music, too.
- December 7, 2008 at 4:01 PM
- Lynne said...
This is my last erratum on this post, I hope:
Matt Harding.
There. I feel much better now.
- December 7, 2008 at 4:09 PM
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