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Golfers love to chip with their favorite club. Regardless of what the shot or situation calls for the majority of golfers are going to use their 'go to' club. That is fine if you are a genius around the greens and have the talent and touch to create any shot with that one club, but I am sorry to say that there are very few golfers who can hit those shots and you are more than likely not one of them. There is an easier way.Read More

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In a small observational study, healthy volunteers who had low -- but still normal -- levels of the vitamin had greater brain atrophy five years later than those with higher levels, according to Anna Vogiatzoglou, M.Sc., of the University of Oxford, and colleagues.
Action Points
- Explain to interested patients that most factors affecting brain health are thought to be out of our control, but this study suggests that keeping relatively high levels of vitamin B12 could be beneficial.
- Caution that the study investigated rates of brain atrophy over time and found an association with vitamin B12 levels, but did not look at cognitive declines.
- Point out that this is not a randomized trial and cannot exclude that residual confounding, due to unknown factors, might account for the findings.
Although the study was too small to investigate cognitive changes, the finding suggests that B12 level is "a potentially important modifiable risk factor for cognitive decline in the elderly," the researchers said in the Sept. 9 issue of Neurology.
"Many factors that affect brain health are thought to be out of our control," Vogiatzoglou said in a statement. "But this study suggests that simply adjusting our diets to consume more vitamin B12 through eating meat, fish, fortified cereals, or milk may be something we can easily adjust to prevent brain shrinkage and to perhaps save our memory."
The vitamin is necessary for the methylation of homocysteine, which leads to the formation of S-adenosylmethionine, an important methyl donor in the brain, the researchers noted.
In infants with B12 deficiency and people with errors of vitamin B12 metabolism, the deficiency of S-adenosylmethionine is associated with brain atrophy, reversible if treated, they said.
Deficiency of the vitamin has also been associated with cognitive deficits in some studies, although others have reported null results, but studies of brain atrophy in the elderly are limited, the researchers said.
To clarify the issue, they enrolled 107 people over 60 who were healthy, living in the community, and looking after themselves. They were given a detailed physical exam, their brain volume was measured by MRI, and several B12 markers were measured.
The volunteers were divided into thirds, based on their vitamin levels at baseline, with those above 386 picomoles per liter serving as a reference group for logistic regression analysis.
The other groups either had between 308 and 386 picomoles per liter or less than 308. None of the volunteers had a B12 deficiency -- defined as a serum level lower than 150 picomoles per liter.
The researchers also measured a range of other markers, but in an adjusted model only holotranscobalamin and transcobalamin saturation -- which reflect the biologically available fraction of total vitamin B12 -- remained significant.
When the process was repeated after five years, the average decline in percentage of brain volume per year was 0.69. Those in the lowest third of baseline vitamin B12 -- less than 308 picomoles per liter -- tended to lose more volume, compared with those with higher baseline levels.
Specifically, in an adjusted model:
- Those in the bottom third of B12 had a six-fold increase in the risk of greater percentage brain volume loss, compared with the reference group. The odds ratio was 6.17, with a 95% confidence interval from 1.25 to 30.47, which was significant at P=0.026.
- Those in the middle third were also more likely to have greater volume loss than those in the reference group. The odds ratio was 4.39, with a 95% confidence interval from 1.01 to 19.03, which was significant at P=0.048.
- Those in the lower third of baseline holotranscobalamin levels -- less than 54 picomoles per liter -- were also six times more likely to have greater volume loss than the reference group, with an odds ratio of 5.99, which was significant at P=0.029.
- Those in the lowest two-thirds of baseline transcobalamin saturation were six times more likely to have greater volume loss, with odds ratios of 6.64 and 6.63, which were significant at P=0.022 and P=0.029, respectively.
"Even though the sample consisted of subjects with relatively good vitamin B12 status, the study was able to find a strong association of vitamin B12 markers with brain volume loss," the researchers concluded.
The authors pointed out several limitations of the study including the small sample size and the fact that they did not investigate whether the loss in brain volume is focal or diffuse.
The also noted that "as with all cohort studies in contrast to randomized trials, we cannot exclude that residual confounding, due to unknown factors, might account for the findings."
They concluded that larger interventional studies will help to define whether optimization of vitamin B12 status will contribute to the maintenance of cognitive performance with successful aging.
|The study was supported by the Alzheimer's Research Trust, the Medical Research Council, the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust, the Norwegian Foundation for Health and Rehabilitation through the Norwegian Health Association, Axis-Shield plc, and the Johan Throne Holst Foundation for Nutrition Research.
The researchers said they had no disclosures.
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Source Reference: Vogiatzoglou A, et al "Vitamin B12 status and rate of brain volume loss in community-dwelling elderly" Neurology 2008; 71: 826-832.


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Experience has taught me to be prepared as I travel through Ecuador, or any other foreign and less developed country. Here are 15 things I recommend you should always have with you when you travel through this beautiful country. (Note: many are affiliate links)
1. Daypack or small backpack w secure pockets. I have the Osprey Talon 22 backpack that I love and has endured from beaches to mountains to rainforests and all kinds of transportation. It dries out quickly when wet. It is comfortable to carry and has loads of easy access pockets and inside pockets. The zipper ends can be tucked under to prevent pickpocket access. By the way, never set down your backpack without it being within your sight and reach. This is especially true on buses. I hold onto my backpack at all times whether I'm napping on a bus or sitting at a coffee shop.
2. Rain Jacket. Ecuador's weather changes often and suddenly. Be prepared with a versatile rain jacket that is water resistant, warm and can fold up to store in your backpack. Having an inner pocket to store your small camera or change purse is a plus. it's said that all seasons happen in one day in Quito. Be prepared with layers, sun and rain gear.
3. Always carry water with you to stay hydrated. You can buy bottled water on the road. The Andes can be as dehydrating due to the altitude as the coast or rainforest can be due to the heat. Use moisturizer too to keep your skin moist.
4. Toilet paper. You'll thank me later for this tip! Many locations have bathrooms (I'm using that word euphemistically) with limited facilities and often no TP. Some bathrooms require you to pay 10 – 20 cents and that buys you a teeny sheet of TP. Keep a roll or wad in your pack.
5. Wear a hat or cap for sun and rain. Ecuador is at the equator and regardless of the weather or temperatures the sun is strong here. You will need protection from the sun. If you're fair get a broad rim and one that covers your neck and ears.
6. Don't forget polarized sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun. I like Ray Ban's polarized sun glasses as much for their style as their protection.
7. Sunscreen. Even on cloudy days, wear sunscreen. Bring it from the the USA (assuming you are from USA) if you can. Sunscreen is expensive here and not as effective. Even though I'm dark-skinned I have been sunburned here. I now use Banana Boat Sport Performance Lotion because it's water resistant and non-greasy.
8. Good walking shoes. The primary mode of transportation throughout Ecuador is your feet. Second transportation mode is bus. Clark's walking shoes or Ecco walking sandals are good bets for comfort and style.
Flip-flops don't protect your feet from the dust or varied terrain. Shoes that breathe, have support and are light are best for walking throughout the country. In the true rainforests and jungle you will need rubber boots. Purchase those locally. They only cost ten dollars or less.
9. Buy a travel wallet. I like to tie it to a clip inside one of the easy access outer pockets of my backpack. I like the New Nomad Passport holder and travel wallet with RFID blocking technology. I attach it to a lanyard clip inside my backpack for easy access and safety.
10. A small change purse comes in handy when you don't want to pull out your wallet. Keep small bills and coins in it, tucked into your jeans or rain coat pocket for paying taxis and meals and other quick purchases at the open air markets. Ecuador is a cash society and most places won't be happy about giving you change for a $20 when you buy $3 worth of goods.
11. Tums or some kind of antacid comes in handy. The food is wonderful in Ecuador but if you're not used to it, you may get an upset stomach. Eat at local mom/pop restaurants and always order "almuerzo" or the luncheon meal of the day between 11am-200pm. It's totally fresh and they never store any food. Once it's gone, it's gone.
For soup, an entrée with a meat or fish, rice or plantain or potatoes or avocado, and a salad and juice sets you back between $2-$4. It's a much better and healthier meal than going to fancy or American style restaurants. The spices or ají may get to you so carry antacids as preventive medicine.
12. Keep a color copy of your passport (preferably laminated) in your pack. Bring your passport if you plan to go into government buildings. They won't allow you in with a copy only your actual passport. If you have a cedula (the Ecuadorian ID card) you should consider traveling with a similar copy. Replacing your cedula is a hassle you don't want to experience.
13. Travel with a camera, charger and spare scandisk. You never know when you'll get just the right shot! Aside from my iPhone, my Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS19 is my favorite camera for it's size and features, including video, panorama and a great zoom feature. And of course, be careful when taking it out and showing it off. Make sure you store it securely in your pack.
14. Snacks - protein bars or string cheese. I like to bring protein bars from the states to have on hand. Lesson learned – don't travel with protein bars that have chocolate. It was a mess when they melted! Anything with nuts, fruit or protein will give you the energy you need as you travel.
15. I find that keeping a small notebook and pen handy is vital to making notes about where I want to return, or my impressions of a place or contact information about someone I meet. It keeps my iPhone safely tucked away and it's easy to just jot down a few things I want to remember.
I've been in Ecuador for a while now and although my work at Quinta Oasis takes up a lot of my time, traveling throughout the country is a treat as I experience what else there is in my new adopted home.
Enjoy your travels and I hope this list will help you on your journey through this land of many spaces.


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Dustin Johnson homes in on world No1 spot after Jason Day implodes at WGC-Bridgestone
US Open champion up to second in the rankings after magical three-week spell but is hungry to topple Aussie for title
DUSTIN JOHNSON is desperate to topple Jason Day for the world No 1 spot - after the Aussie imploded at Firestone.
The big-hitting American bagged the WGC-Bridgestone last night for his second-straight win after charging through the field with consecutive rounds of four-under 66.
And that moved him to number two in the rankings - one spot behind Day - after a magical three-week spell.
But it came courtesy of a major meltdown for Day, who played his final four holes in four over to gift Johnson - who now is the first player since Tiger Woods in 2000 to win the US Open and WGC-Bridgestone in the same season - the title.
And, asked if he can displace the Aussie for the top spot, Johnson said: "Of course I want to be the best player in the world.
"If I just keep winning then that'll do it for me.
"I've still got a lot of work to do to get there. It's not just getting there, you want to stay there. I'm looking forward to the challenge.
"I feel like every part of my game is good. I've been driving it well, feel like I'm wedging it good and I feel like I'm finally starting to roll some putts in.
"I feel like I've been playing well all year long and I've got a lot of confidence going into the Open."
Johnson could even afford the luxury of a bogey on the last at Firestone in Ohio, US, after Day found the water with his third shot to the treacherous par-5 16th.
That was followed by a closing bogey and saw him end up on three under par, three short of Johnson's winning total.
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And though looking forward to the challenge of Troon next week, Day admitted he made a "mess" of things when it mattered most.
He said: "I kind of made a mess of it. I played really good golf up until 16. I really had two bad holes.
"It's obviously disappointing not to get the win here, but I feel like it's coming around nicely."


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As we get older it's almost impossible not to think (and sometimes worry) about what the future holds. We want to maintain a firm grip on our independence, but are also getting just a bit tired of sorting out home maintenance and keeping everything clean.
But unlike our parents' generation who held on to the family home until they had no other choice, the current generation of retirees are hyper aware of our need to plan for a future full of unknowns to ensure that we do not end up becoming a burden to our kids or family members.
If this sounds like you, then chances are, you may have started looking at what options are available to you in your local area. Independent living retirement villages are the most logical next step but how do you even know what questions to ask when you do decide to pay the ones you're looking at a visit?
With financial, health, design and social aspects to consider, this process can sometimes be a little overwhelming but it doesn't have to be.
Looking for a comprehensive list of ALL the questions you should ask? Download our free comprehensive guide: All the questions to ask when considering a retirement village
Here's a summary of the top 5 questions to ask yourself and the villages you're considering.
Is the village going to be adaptable to my needs as I age?
Forward planning is paramount when deciding if a retirement village is right for you.
Considerations like whether there is a care continuum or other options in place to support you as your needs change are something to think about.
For example, are you able to downsize to a smaller apartment within the village if a larger apartment no longer suits you? How flexible are the in-home services available? Do they allow you to pick and choose what you'd like? Is there an aged care facility onsite or nearby so if you or your partner develop higher care needs you will still be close to each other?
The Avenue Maroochydore has a great policy that enables you to move within and between the villages in their network without incurring fees. This means that if you wish to move from a 3 bedroom apartment into a studio you can at no charge. It also means that if you'd like a change of location, you can easily move to another apartment by the sea or closer to the city.
What security features does the village have?
As we age, security becomes more and more important. It's unsurprisingly one of the key motivators for over-65s to start thinking about moving into retirement living.
One of the major advantages of life at a retirement village like The Avenue Maroochydore is that they have a number of security measures in place to ensure the safety of residents at all times of day and night. These can include external lighting, secure parking and storage lockers, intercom systems, onsite village manager, and other measures to ensure you feel safe in your home.
Ask village operators what safety measures they have in place and assess whether they are acceptable to you.
Is the village's accessible both in regards to design and location?
To understand if the villages you're considering have good accessibility, you'll need to take into consideration everything from location to transport links to design.
Downsizing does not have to mean downgrading, so when you start evaluating a village, it's useful to think about factors like how close it is to the services, restaurants and shops you like to visit, whether there are public transport options within walking distance as well as how easy it is to get around the village and what facilities you can enjoy onsite.
Ask the villages you visit about what age-appropriate design features have been implemented throughout the village and inside the apartments to get an understanding of how what living there may be like if in future should you become less mobile.
Some features you may be looking for include; non-slip tiles, wide corridors, no steps and 24/7 emergency call systems.
What is the real cost of living in this village and can I afford it?
Whether you are a self-funded retiree or drawing a pension, both upfront and ongoing costs can have significant impacts on your cashflow and quality of life.
That's why it is important to ask the village operator to outline a comprehensive list of your upfront, ongoing and on-exit costs, including weekly/fortnightly/annual service fees as well as sales/marketing and reinstatement costs when you leave the village.
Ensure you understand if the village operates under a DMF (Deferred Management Fee) or Strata model and what you will consequently leave with when you sell.
Assess the pros and cons of each operator by downloading our free comprehensive quide: All the questions to ask when considering a retirement village to ensure you get a deep understanding of all the costs involved.
And remember, if an operator is not willing to explain their financial model in detail and the rationale behind it, there could be hidden costs, so ensure you take with you a list of questions and that you walk out with clear answers.
Does this village suit me personally, physically and socially?
Arguably this is the most important question to answer when trying to assess if a retirement village is right for you.
What facilities does the village offer? Will you be able to continue your hobbies? What clubs, social groups or activities are on offer?
Or importantly, will you get a say in the day-to-day management decisions that affect the village residents?
It's important to consider aspects that are both tangible and intangible. Yes, you may be impressed by the lovely pool and the beautiful balconies but how does the village actually 'feel'. Are you greeted with a smile by the staff? Do you relate to the village manager? Do the residents look like they are enjoying life there?
Planning a visit to a retirement village? We know there is a lot to consider. Download our free comprehensive guide: All the questions to ask when considering a retirement village.


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Guest Contributor: Troy Iwata
Another F*cking Coming-Out Story
by Troy Iwata
I was asked to write a piece on my coming-out story. Why? It was National Coming-Out Day and I had just spent a good 30 minutes on an Instagram post that my declining 1400 followers and I would cherish for the rest of our prestigious lives. Now, I don't consider myself a writer-writer but I am an actor. So naturally when a friend asked me to write something for Hapa Mag I thought, "Ooh! Something that'll make people in my hometown think I'm actually doing something with my life." Done deal.
Then, a dilemma. A coming-out story. My coming-out story. Another f*cking coming-out story? Another skinny twink (straight people: Google it, but don't click on Images) who grew up singing showtunes for his mom in a makeshift t-shirt dress, who dressed up as Nala for Halloween and was scared of sports and all the balls they had to offer. So what makes my story different? Why is my perspective unique? I dunno, maybe it's not, I'm literally typing this as I speak aloud alone in my apartment. So let's find out if me and my gayness are special.
*Cue 90s grunge "Friends" sitcom transition music.*
I always knew I wasn't straight, but I didn't know I was gay until 7th grade when a frosted-tipped kid named Nick bullied me with the term. He had to explain what it meant, on account of seeing me not hurt but confused. "It's when dudes like other dudes!" To which I replied, "Oh, yeah that makes sense." He then pushed me into a bush. Nick was clearly obsessed with me. The next five years would consist of heavy textbooks hiding boners, wearing two pairs of underwear to hide boners, and wondering why the all-school announcement that a grizzly bear just attacked a kid outside and now the school is on lockdown just gave me a boner. Ya know, kid stuff. Eventually I went to college and literally nothing changed, not even the bears.
Here's a dumb thing to say only because it's painfully obvious: we're all scared to come out, in any sense of the term. There's a fear of not being accepted, being harshly judged and even losing a relationship. That was my nightmare. I stayed in the closet all throughout high school and into college. By then my big brother had already come out himself and seemed to be doing fine from what I saw. But of course we all think we're the exception, so that didn't change my outlook at all.
When you're young and closeted, that fear of your secret getting revealed is always at the forefront of your mind. Before every action and word I made, my first thought was always, "Will this make me seem gay?" It consumes you despite your conscience being like, "Troy, no one is going to think you're gay for ordering the burger, just Nike it up and do it." And then you proceed to frolic to the counter and whip out your velcro Billabong wallet.
If you're wondering why I'm not going into great detail about what it was like growing up as a gay kid in a small conservative town with one movie theater, multiple pedophiliac school teachers and a Santa-themed amusement park, it's because this is a piece about coming out. My fucked up childhood of mountain living will have to wait for another time.
I didn't actually come out to anyone myself until I was 21. My best friend from high school went to college in Utah and had just converted to Mormonism after admiring their conservative lifestyle, so I was super excited to speak some sin unto her. Like ripping off a bandaid, I just let it out and told her... over text because she and her modestly-covered shoulders were in Salt Lake City. I'll never forget what she told me: "I love you. I love who you are. This changes nothing. If anything, it makes it better." I cried in my apartment on my dirty twin mattress that didn't have a bed frame. She's the coolest Mormon I know.
My coming-out process would span over the following years. I never personally felt the desire to make an official coming-out announcement on Facebook or (as I like to call them) do a "gay launch." So I told people individually when the timing felt right for that specific person. I told close friends, I told my siblings. My mom jumped the gun and told me. Back to that fear of coming-out to a negative response, I was fortunate to not yet have an experience like that, there were obviously friendships that seemed to fade following my news, but they never felt cut off. It was more of a slow discovery of someone's true colors. Any relationships that ended post coming-out felt like a gradual goodbye rather than an exile, and I think that applies to everyone whenever they jump to the next stepping stone in life. You outgrow people and vice versa, and sometimes they catch back up later.
The first devastating response didn't come till recently. This past Christmas my brother and I were un-welcomed to celebrate the holidays with our dad and his family. He'd known about both of us for some time but showed obvious signs of denial, and I guess it finally boiled over. My nightmare was happening. Someone close whom I care about and love didn't accept me. It wasn't a friend, a colleague or a distant relative. It was my own dad. The guy who taught me how to ride a bike, took me camping, and pinned on my Eagle Scout badge hasn't spoken to me in almost a year now.
As I'm typing this, part of me feels like it wants to just talk about how hard it is and how sad it's been, to victimize myself. But a stronger part of me has no desire to do that. As the holidays approach again, I remember a year ago when everything went down. I thought to myself, this is a bump in the road, it'll blow over, they'll change their minds. My nightmare was that they wouldn't, and guess what. They haven't. When I tell this story to people I get a lot of "I'm so sorry" and "That's horrible" and "That must be so difficult." Sometimes it is, but I still woke up this morning proud of who I am, where I am and what I've accomplished. I look back on this past year and see how strong and upstanding my loving family can be.
My brother and I are a year apart. We never liked each other growing up, but we talk every week now. I see this past year not as a time of loss but as a time of strength and love and fighting for what's right. A lot of us are scared to make that leap; to come-out, to reach out, to take that opportunity, etc. But perhaps I am living proof that whatever hypothetical fears we have cannot and will not stop us from personally moving forward and growing. I'm living through my nightmare. It's difficult and sometimes I feel like I've lost control, but everyday it's closer to ending.
Troy is an NYC-based actor, singer and writer. The spawn of a Japanese dentist and Russian/Jewish dental hygienist, most people can't tell what heritage him and his amazing smile come from. As a result, he most recently starred as an Afghan dancing boy in the Off-Broadway premiere of The Boy Who Danced On Air. Troy can be found in print ads, national commercials, network television spots, and heard on multiple cast album soundtracks, all part of his maniacal plan to normalize the "exotic-labeled" Hapa look. -_- You can usually find Troy in his apartment because why would he leave it? Or online @MrTroyIwata and www.TroyIwata.com


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Join us for an evening of wine, delicious nibbles from our chef and a screening of two films;
- 'Elgar' the story of this composer takes the form of a documentary with a background of Elgar's music and a voiceover by Huw Weldon – the film is made up of actors playing the parts of the composer and others, and is interspersed by actual archive film of the time
- 'Song of Summer' tells the story of the last few years of the life of Delius who, so unwell that he could not write, was helped by a young pianist, Eric Fenby, who volunteered to act as his emanuensis.
A sign-up sheet will be available to book a seat and a maximum of 25 seats will be available. The cost for the event will be £13 for members, £15 for non-members.


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Folk Songs
by James Reynolds
Original pieces written for BurntOut Theatre productions.
Written for As You Like It, the 2nd Shakespeare play I musically directed and composed for, one of Burntout Theatre's plays.
Composed for Muscovado, a new play by Matilda Ibini about the Transatlantic Slave Trade.
Music written for BurntOut Theatre's 2014 production of Much Ado About Nothing, set in 1920's, with a full swing band to boot.


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On April 18, 2013 before Justice L.D. Ratushny of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, a Japanese supplier of motor vehicle components, Yazaki Corporation ("Yazaki") pleaded guilty to three counts of bid-rigging, in violation of subsection 47(2) of the Competition Act. The guilty plea arises from Yazaki's participation in an international bid-rigging conspiracy. Yazaki was fined $30 million, the largest fine ever ordered by a court in Canada for a bid-rigging offence under the Competition Act. The fine exceeds what was the highest fine ordered by a court in Canada for a bid-rigging offence under the Competition Act, namely the $5 million fine imposed upon Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. ("Furukawa") on April 4, 2013 in a separate auto parts investigation.
Salient Facts
According to the Competition Bureau's press release, the evidence shows that Yazaki secretly conspired with other Japanese motor vehicle components manufacturers to submit bids or tenders in response to requests for quotations to supply automobile manufactures with motor vehicle components. In particular, the guilty plea relates to wire harnesses supplied to automobile manufactures. Yazaki's reported total volume of commerce in Canada affected by the bid-rigging conspiracy was approximately US$260 million. The Competition Bureau's press release can be accessed here.
According to the Competition Bureau, it became aware of the motor vehicle components cartel by way of its Immunity Program. It noted that Yazaki participated in the Bureau's Leniency Program and provided substantial assistance to the Bureau and the Public Prosecution Service of Canada.
Consistent Trend of Increased, Coordinated Enforcement
According to the Competition Bureau, it is engaged in an ongoing investigation into the motor vehicle components industry. The investigation is being coordinated with a number of other jurisdictions, including the United States, Japan, the European Union and Australia.
The unprecedented Yazaki and Furukawa fines underscore a number of consistent trends:
- global businesses are subject to increasing scrutiny by
Canada's Competition Bureau;
- antitrust investigations, prosecutions, convictions and
sanctions are growing in Canada; and
- antitrust investigations are increasingly global, with multiple
regulators investigating and prosecuting the same conduct, either
working together or in parallel.
These trends are expected to continue.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.


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Fun stand-alone stories from a kinder, gentler time....part of the complex Mort Weisinger/Superman mythos of the Silver Age, much beloved and surprisingly readable today. In these 1960s Supergirl adventures, the Girl of Steel meets the Tot from Nowhere, learns more about the fate of her hometown Argo City and encounters Lex Luthor's sister, Lena Thurol--Jungle Princess. Her alter-ego Linda Danvers enrolls in Stanhope College and considers leaving Earth for a planet of super-powered women!
When Supergirl first turned up on earth, Superman kept her hidden away while she honed her super powers and grew up a bit. So, much like the early Smallville episodes, she was doing her deeds unbeknownst to a general public. And that's a lot of fun. In the previous volume Superman finally introduced her to the world, so now she is just beginning to join the DC pantheon of heroes in full view of the world. But she's still a young college student, juggling studies, boyfriends and growing up with being a champion from Krypton.
This is a little microcosm of the Silver Age, and I rather enjoy re-reading these adventures. Supergirl was still a new concept here and the writers were obviously having a good time with a fresh new face.
And speaking of writers, besides Leo Dorfman you'll find several tales by Superman creator Jerry Siegel himself, a bunch of episodes by the great Otto Binder, whose scripting made the original Captain Marvel and the Marvel Family the most loved superheros of the 1940s. Also early work by young Jim Shooter and Cary Bates (several by Cary), and even one by veteran Dave Wood.
And I also have to point out the excellent art here. Jim Mooney kicked off Supergirl's first adventures and continues here. But later on Kurt Schaffenberger comes on board I consider him one of the greats of the Silver Age. His Superman and Lois Lane stories are sterling examples of fine, polished pencils and inks and every single one is a joy to read. Also here are some classic covers with work by the great Superman artist Curt Swan and even some early work by young Neal Adams!!
And...guest appearances from Lana Lang, Batman & Robin, Superman, Braniac, Green Arrow & Green Lantern, Superboy meets Supergirl, and The Legion of Superheros. Also Supergirl's origin retold.
Collects stories from Action Comics #308-333, #335-340, #342, #344-346, #348-350, #353-354, #356-359, #361-372, #374-376.
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Item Code SGSOM02H Publisher DC Publish Date 2018 ISBN 9781401278618 Binding Hard Cover Dimensions 7x11 # Pages 704pg Color Full Color
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DUBAI (Reuters) - United Nations human rights experts on Tuesday urged Qatar to release a poet jailed in 2013 for 15 years for reciting a poem that praised the 2011 Arab spring uprising in Tunisia and criticized the country's crown prince.
The tiny, gas-rich, absolute Gulf monarchy tightly controls freedom of expression, with self-censorship prevalent among national newspapers. It has no organized political opposition.
"The arrest, detention and sentencing of Mohammed al-Ajami in October 2013 seem to be solely related to the peaceful exercise of his fundamental human rights," said the U.N. Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression, David Kaye, in a statement.
Ajami, 39, was detained in 2012 and initially sentenced to life imprisonment on charges of "inciting the overthrow of the ruling regime", a term that was a year later reduced to 15 years.
The U.N. rights team's statement was timed to coincide with the second anniversary of his sentence.
Although the close U.S. ally brooks little dissent internally, it has been a leading backer of Syrian rebels, of Libya's opposition during its Arab spring revolt and of the 2011 street protests that ousted the presidents of Egypt and Tunisia.
The U.N. special rapporteurs on both cultural rights and on the independence of judges and lawyers also called for Ajami's release, arguing that his imprisonment amounted to censorship and came despite indications he was not tried fairly.
There was no immediate reply from officials to a request for comment.
Reporting By Angus McDowall; Editing by Raissa Kasolowsky


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For many in England, it could be said that the threat posed by the SNP is deemed to be over. Independence was defeated last year, the Union was saved. Since then, Russia, Syria, tax credits and Paris have dominated the headlines with newspapers now having far more interesting things to fill column inches with rather than dry discussion of constitutional matters and rehashing the same arguments for and against. Add to this the loss of the voice of Corbyn's PLP in the argument against independence, who are now almost silent on the matter in comparison to the last opposition's prominent place in the fight, and it results in a feeling of all quiet on the northern front.
People have become comfortable with the idea of a SNP government in Scotland and it now widely accepted that this is the new normal. They also seem to think that now the SNP are a bit quieter, the threat is gone. However, no-one realistically expects Kezia Dugdale to regain Scotland for Labour come May, and the odds of Jeremy Corbyn being the one to claw back Clydesdale in 2020 are getting slimmer by the day. At the same time there are only three seats in Scotland that didn't elect a SNP MP (although this may switch to four if a by election is triggered by Michelle Thompson, leading to a Lib Dem swing). The SNP are now free to legislate on every subject they want without any credible opposition (with the notable exception of the Scottish Tories, who although still small in comparison to the ruling party, are increasingly being seen as the main voice of dissent in the form of new leader, Ruth Davidson). The fact it has got this bad shows the utter failure of devolution and the problems of what is often seen as a second XI of parliaments. A system that was designed not only to sake nationalists' thirst for separation but also prevent the formation of a SNP government has led to a rout across the board for the very parties who created it.
Support for independence has not diminished, in fact it has never been stronger. 2014 will be seen as a lucky pass for UK, the year the unionists just clinched victory from the jaws of defeat. However, the UK's reaction has seemed to be that we can return to the normal routine; Anglo-centric issues can be addressed again and that there is a mind-set that the matter is settled. This couldn't be further from the truth. Nationalism is now not just a matter of political differences, it is a way of thinking, a way of digesting things in a manner that does not ask for logic, or questioning, but instead on blind faith. The Yes vote's loss last year has only made the rift between unionists and nationalists wider and made divisions more bitter.
There is however a glimmer of hope at the end of the tunnel. Now that the proposals of the Smith Commission are becoming reality and Scotland's parliament has the power to run all but a few reserved matters the SNP are finding their main weakness is coming to the fore. Accountability, previously not a problem for this government, is now a serious issue for them. In the past the SNP could blame problems on Westminster. 'If the Scottish Government had more powers, we wouldn't have these issues' was the logic here. Not enough funding was being supplied by the UK, legal complications were blamed on the UK's decisions, not Holyrood. Their own mistakes could be covered up by pointing at their favourite bogeyman, that evil Tory government so far away in London, who cares nothing for Scotland (so the argument goes, despite Scots, particularly in the coalition, having very strong representation in the cabinet).
We are at a tipping point, a watershed moment for the SNP. For the first time there is enough evidence to paint an accurate picture of the SNP's competence to govern. A record stretching back to 2008 which contains many flaws. Policies that were too young to accurately question are now bearing their rotten fruit and the SNP strategy of misdirection and denial is starting to look a bit frayed around the edges. Take for example tuition fees at university. Sure, this sounded great at the time, free education for all, improved social mobility, closing the hated attainment gap. What has happened instead is that Scottish universities now have to lure in lucrative business from overseas and from England (who pay more than those from eastern Europe to study north of the border) to cover the loss barely made up by the SNP subsidy. Teaching in schools too has reached a new low, with many teachers resenting government involvement, a worrying politicisation happening in schools where the staff back independence and the attainment gap still where it is because despite the intentions behind the scheme, the policy actually benefits the middle classes instead. Now they can afford to leave university considerably better off than their poorer counterparts, who will struggle to afford to maintain themselves while studying. Edinburgh and Glasgow have a huge population of privately educated people who can clearly afford tuition fees, instead they get a free ride through university and will not struggle to find a place. When you take into consideration the SNP's dislike of private schools you begin to wonder what planet they are on. Further moves against these schools will only remove part of the education system that provides some of the best undergraduates, and at no cost to the Scottish taxpayer, but also contribute to local communities and form an integral part of Scottish history. The whole debacle once again demonstrates the SNP's embrace of 'the cause' over serious political philosophy or pragmatic thought.
These failings have begun to be noticed. One only has to look at the furore caused by merging the police forces and their stop and search tactics (an incident which triggered the resignation of the Police Scotland chief, Sir Stephen House) to see that. This is just a small victory though, and if the UK wants to stay together then it must not take its eye off the ball. Strong politicians are required in Holyrood, big hitting names. It has been said that shortly before he passed away Charles Kennedy suggested to Alistair Campbell such a scheme might work. That is something I would endorse. Politicians of all sides must put aside their differences to combat the SNP. Kezia Dugdale does not have the clout to take on Nicola Sturgeon, nor does Willie Rennie. Where I ask are the Scottish Lib Dem heavyweights who lost their seats? Michael Moore and Danny Alexander should be running for election in May. Labour's Douglas Alexander too. Gordon Brown, who at least last time leapt in at the last moment (albeit rewriting the constitution on the back of a fag packet in the process) and delivered some trademark barnstorming speeches for the union. Now he spends his time promoting books and lecturing in America. Surely he would be better placed in the Scottish Parliament? What happened to that tub thumping passion Brown displayed in September? The same goes for Alistair Darling, he began his career in Edinburgh and still lives there. Does he not feel he has unfinished business with SNP or feel shame at the current state of the Scottish Labour Party? One thing I would dearly like to see would be for an English politician to stand for Holyrood elections. Ed Miliband, perhaps, or Nick Clegg. Not only could they salvage their broken careers it would send a strong message of actual unity. Jim Murphy had the right idea when he left his post in London to come north. However his bravery, and subsequent humiliation could be factors dissuading others from following. The fact still remains though that it is the SNP top brass debating points in Edinburgh, one look at the opposition benches reveals lists of nameless representatives who are barely known in their constituencies, let alone across the UK. This must change if nationalism is going to be defeated.
A hitherto unseen liveliness has entered Scottish politics but we should not be distracted by this. For those who thought the war was won last September, you are very wrong. There are years of hard graft to come, but if Westminster is serious about defending the union, they still need to convince their supporters in Scotland.
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13 Oct - 5 Nov 2011
Peppercanister Gallery will present an exhibition of recent monotypes from the exuberant and colourful artist Neil Shawcross.
Taking everyday items such as cupcakes and turning them into portraits of monumentality, Shawcross uses strong and vivid colour to convey the poetry of shape and form. The exhibition will continue until Saturday 5th November.