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I'm sitting here in our local Public Library because it's the only place in town that has lights, heat and WiFi. Our house is cold and dark as we've been left in Hurricane Sandy's wake without any power or heat. So I've come here, along with half our New York Hudson Valley town seeking refuge from their homes, in search of a connection. Not just an online connection but a human one that seemed to move further and further away as the days and nights without electricity kept us isolated and in the shadows of candlelit rooms. I run into many people I know, and we all share our war stories of the past few days—who survived without a scratch and who has been displaced by trees falling through their homes. But among all the hardships are warm smiles and therapeutic hugs of comfort.
The first few days of the storm are an adventure as everyone is in survival mode. Securing the house, keeping candles lit and the food cold. "We're roughin' it just like the pioneers!" I say to my wife as we cook and eat by candlelight. She rolls her eyes as I continue to egg and bread our chicken cutlets and pour another glass of Merlot. Our daughters (ages 23 and 24) go along for the ride, at least for awhile, and after dinner we pull out a deck of cards and old board games we haven't played in years–Crazy Eights, Gin Rummy, Chinese Checkers, Scrabble and Bananagrams. I also took this as a perfect opportunity to catch up on my reading as I began to dig into the tall stack of books that's been sitting in our den and on my nightstand. I rediscover the pencil and begin writing. I also play with some charcoal in an effort to magically turn a few strokes of black on white paper into something interesting and new.
After four days the novelty seems to wear off and the inconveniences become ever so magnified. Can't shower, wash clothes or dishes, or run any appliances. Keeping what little food we have left entails daily runs to the grocery store for more bags of ice, which are becoming increasingly scarce. It gets dark early, and the temperature is dipping into the 30s at night. We're definitely not having fun yet.
Each morning I wake up early to call our company hotline to see if our workplace—which has been closed since the onset of "Superstorm Sandy"—will be open for business. I feel like a kid again, waiting to see if we'll have a snow day, and so far we've had three, albeit without all the fun that comes along with the typical snow day: sledding, building snowmen, hot chocolate and lots of TV. By day four my perspective is becoming a little warped as claustrophobia sets in and I start to feel a lot like Jack Nicholson in "The Shining" except without the creepy kid, Shelley Duvall and all that snow. The chance to be at work with heat, hot water and an Internet connection is looking like a much better deal than another 24 hours at home.
So what does this all have to do with us in-house designers? Well, one of the biggest challenges we face is isolation. And over the past few days I thought about how inherently introverted and introspective we all are. And how as in-house corporate creatives we quickly forget that we have access to so many resources and are surrounded by colleagues from a broad range of departments, business groups and divisions: Human Resources, Public Affairs, Finance, Sales and Marketing. They're all under one roof and within reach, and sadly, we often take it for granted. We forget we have so many opportunities to make a connection–in lunch rooms, coffee rooms and hallways. And magical things can happen when these accidental intersections occur. So reach out to your neighbor—who is often a cubicle ore levator ride away, and look for ways to connect, to build new business relationships and explore opportunities for collaboration. Sometimes amazing ideas come from cutting across disciplinary boundaries and looking into other areas for new ideas. Synergy! Cross-fertilization! Life and business are all about relationships, right? So reach out often and make a connection. And that's all I have to say about that.
It's now day five, and I'm up at 6 AM foraging for gas to keep our cars and generator on life support. I make my way back to the library, and as the warmth gradually returns to my toes, I look around and recognize a lot of faces. They're my friends and neighbors—my community. And although we're all huddled around the glow of our laptops and iPads, I'm feeling a connection here that is stronger than any storm.
Glenn John Arnowitz is Director of Global Creative Services for Pfizer and co-founder of InSource. He is a designer, musician, composer, writer, actor and speaker, always looking for new ways to scratch that insatiable creative itch.


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1. You're more likely to work out the rest of the week.
Hello, clean slate. Exercising on Mondays can get the ball rolling for your workout routine. "There's something about starting on a Monday that makes you feel like you're off to the right start," says Gretchen Rubin, author of New York Times bestsellerBetter Than Before, which advises on how to master daily habits. "This idea of 'don't break the chain' is really powerful." This philosophy, she says, can motivate you to exercise on Tuesday, Wednesday or whenever you pencil in your next workout
2. You'll smile more.
Got a case of the Mondays? You're not alone. Research shows that the average office worker doesn't crack a smile until 11:16 a.m. But exercise could help you beat those Monday blues. One common benefit of physical exercise is that it releases endorphins, the hormones that make you feel happier. Nothing feels as great as a finished workout, right? And science backs us up. According to researchers, children and young people hadimproved self-esteem after exercising. Plus, if you're running or playing outside in the sunshine, you'll get an extra dose of happiness. One study published in Environmental Health and Technology found that a simple five-minute walk outdoors helped improve mood and perceived well-being.
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3. You'll quell anxious thoughts.
Dreading that mountain of paperwork gathering dust on your desk over the weekend? It's not uncommon to feel apprehensive about heading in to work. But don't go hiding back under the covers just yet — you may want to hop on the treadmill for a few miles instead. Studies show that aerobic exercise can lessen general anxiety. Plus, high-intensity exercise has been shown to reduce anxiety sensitivity, or the fear of anxiety that is often a precursor to panic attacks.
4. You'll kickstart good self-control.
It may take some willpower to lace up those sneakers, but exercise is actually a great way to harness more discipline for other areas of your life. Moving around for as little as 15 minutes has been shown to help people manage cigarette cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Why? Exercise releases GABA, a neurotransmitter that helps keep you in control of impulses and can quiet anxious brain activity.
5. You'll catch better zzz's.
Sleep-deprived office drones, take heart. Resistance exercise can help reboot your circadian rhythm, the internal body clock that controls your sleep cycle. And in case you needed extra motivation to keep sweating it out during the week: One study revealed that four months of consistent exercise helped chronic insomniacs sleep 45 minutes more per night.
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6. You'll boost brainpower.
Need to ace a presentation this week? Hitting the gym could be your secret to success. Physical exercise has the potential to increase levels of BDNF (brain-derived neurotropic factor), which is shown to help build healthier nerve cells. One study showed that strenuous exercise helped participants perform better on a memory test. Scheduling a sweat session before you put your nose to the grindstone could help you absorb new concepts faster, too. Another study revealed that participants could learn vocabulary 20 percent faster after intense physical exercise, compared to the control group.
7. You might make more money.
Lifting weights may not lead to an immediate promotion, but it can't hurt your chances at some extra cash. One study found an association between gym habits and higher pay. Employees who exercised regularly earned nine percent more than their couch potato peers. Cha-ching!
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UK government urged to take action on PA education, following release of PMW education report
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UK government urged to take action on PA education,
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Terrorists and Nazi collaborators have been 'honoured' by having schools named after them in the West Bank.
The government has been urged to step up pressure on the Palestinian Authority over funding pledges after it emerged that more than 20 Palestinian schools receiving cash in the West Bank and Gaza are named after terrorists or Nazi collaborators.
A dossier prepared by Labour Friends of Israel in cooperation with Palestinian Media Watch reveals how three schools carry the name of Dalal Mughrabi — the terrorist who led an attack that left 38 civilians dead in Israel in 1978. [
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Other schools are named after Shadia Abu Ghazaleh, the PFLP terrorist; Abu Jihad, the leader of the PLO's military wing; and Nash'at Abu Jabara — the Hamas terrorist who built the suicide vests used in several attacks.
The Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, Amin Al-Husseini, who was responsible for a Muslim SS division and was a Nazi collaborator, is honoured at one school, while another two schools are named after Hassan Salameh, who was trained as a paratrooper by the Nazis.
Joan Ryan, LFI chair, said: "The prime responsibility for this poisoning of young minds rests with the Palestinian Authority, but western governments — including our own — must bear responsibility too.
"As major donors, we passively write cheques to the PA (£125 million of taxpayers' money has been pledged until 2021) without issuing any more than rote condemnations of its actions."
Priti Patel, International Development Secretary, ordered her civil servants to "freeze" all aid to the PA last October over fears the money was being diverted to fund terrorism.
The move was widely welcomed by groups including the Board of Deputies, Conservative Friends of Israel and LFI.
Money for state employees in Gaza has reportedly been transferred to the PLO, while a Hamas bomber was allegedly given £100,000.
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A State-owned industrial parks (SOIPs) symposium, hosted by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Wednesday, resolved that an SOIP association be formed to support the strategic planning of the SOIPs, while enhancing the business experience for firms operating from the SOIPs.
The proposed association will also provide effective communication networks for the parks and its stakeholders and assist in the internationalisation of local products and services, the DTI said in a statement on Thursday.
DTI director-general Lionel October on Wednesday said government was deploying resources to ensure the industrial parks became beehives of economic activity and that centres of excellence were established.
"We are also looking at moving to a stage where we can institutionalise these national assets to attain the best results economically and for the development of communities in which they are located," he said.
However, there was a need to consolidate resources for the management of SOIPs, he emphasised.
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Since the inaugural symposium in 2016, provincial consultations have been held and there was now a need to establish an Association of Industrial Parks, as well as a framework for standard operating procedures, he said.
"By finalising the institutionalisation process and putting the right governance in place, the SOIPs will enable us to implement the Industrial Policy Action Plan," said October.
"By gathering all valuable thought-leaders for this symposium, we aim to ensure that we secure a collective guideline and endorsement from all stakeholders on how we can best take the development of SOIPs forward," he outlined.
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For the better part of four years, the biggest story in the WWE Universe was "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's rivalry with the company's CEO and owner, Vince McMahon. Representing the angry everyman out for vengeance against his square, overbearing boss, Austin almost singlehandedly caused millions of fans to tune in to WWE during their most successful era. Yes, the shows had to be entertaining from top to bottom to keep the ratings steady, but the most important element was the main event, where everyone wanted to see Austin somehow get one over on his boss yet again.
Of course, that's just TV, and the real relationship between Steve Austin and Vince McMahon has been far friendlier than what fans might expect. It hasn't always been rosy, though, with plenty of problems cropping up backstage between the always contentious CEO of WWE and his equally irascible top star. In the end, money always wins out with Vince, so he and "Stone Cold" have always been able to work out their problems and work together once more, be it as friends or foes.
While the legendary war between Austin and the entire McMahon family is to this day fondly remembered as one of the best in wrestling history, fans tend to remember the big moments over the smaller details. The beer trucks, Zambonis, and countless title wins and losses could never be forgotten, but it gets a little harder to keep track of every last Stunner, both literal and metaphorical. Sure, not all of them were important, yet enough were that a fuller look at the story might be required to completely understand WWE history. Keep reading to discover 15 amazing facts you never knew about the Austin-McMahon rivalry.
15 Austin Had Real Trouble With Management Almost Everywhere Else He Worked
Although Steve Austin was never as popular in any other promotion as he was in WWE, he nonetheless achieved considerable fame while working for WCW. Austin also competed to moderate success in USWA and WCCW, wrestling notable feuds with his trainer Chris Adams and long term rival Percy Pringle. That said, the real story of Austin's time in these companies is that they never seemed to understand what they had, underutilizing Austin and keeping him relatively low on the card. The Texas territories had the excuse of Austin being a rookie, but WCW had no excuse, and in any event Austin had the same reaction both times. Perhaps inspiring his onscreen feud with Vince in WWE, Austin constantly got into trouble with his bosses wherever he worked. It started from the very beginning, when he felt USWA owner Jerry Jarrett was stiffing him on his paycheck. Things apparently got even worse in WCW, where Executive Vice President Eric Bischoff reportedly didn't see Austin as a potential star, and fired him while he was injured. With past experiences like this under his belt, Austin had firsthand experience with terrible employers ruining his life, making every Stunner he gave Vince as therapeutic for himself as it was to his many fans.
14 Vince Thought Austin Was The Ringmaster
After his underwhelming stints in WCW, USWA, and WCW, the increasingly well-known and exceptionally talented Austin spent a few short months in ECW before finally catching Vince McMahon's eye in early 1996. Unfortunately for Austin, however, it almost looked like McMahon was no different than the others in misunderstanding his talents, giving Austin an ill-defined and cartoonish gimmick as "The Ringmaster." To be fair, the idea wasn't all bad, as Austin was also given Ted DiBiase as a manager and bestowed the Million Dollar Championship, which in the very least gave him a high profile upon arrival. Time in the spotlight or not, Austin himself was able to tell The Ringmaster was a pretty stupid name, and started begging McMahon and his writers to come up with something better. Considering how new to the company Austin was at the time, he was somewhat lucky they agreed and started coming up with alternatives, since McMahon just as easily could have fired or punished him for arguing with management. Maybe Vince knew what he had after all, although he still wasn't the best at putting a name to it…
13 Vince's Alternative Nicknames For Austin Weren't Stone Cold
So, Austin knew The Ringmaster wasn't going to make him a superstar, and he went to management looking for something better. He also had a rough idea in mind for his new character, based on ruthless serial killer Richard Kuklinski. Inspired by Kuklinski's nickname "The Iceman," the crack WWE writing staff came up with a list of brilliant new nicknames for Austin to use to replace The Ringmaster, including Fang McFrost, Chilly McFreeze, Otto Von Ruthless, and Ice Dagger. That last one doesn't sound too bad, but the other three are pretty silly, to say the least. Once again, Austin knew management didn't have his best interests in mind with these names, and thus tried to come up with his own nom de guerre over a cup of warm tea. His wife at the time, known to wrestling fans as Lady Blossom, happened to notice he was ignoring his beverage, and told him to drink it up before it became "Stone Cold." The rest, as they say, was history, as Vince and his staff all agreed that was the best name any one could possibly come up with.
12 Where It All Began
Despite having all the potential in the world and securing a badass nickname, it still took "Stone Cold" a few years to go from the Million Dollar Championship to the main event of WrestleMania. Even after he won the 1996 King of the Ring tournament and wrestled his first match against Bret "The Hitman" Hart, Austin's rise to fame had a number of false starts, almost stopping entirely when he broke his neck at SummerSlam 1997. What could have been the end of his livelihood turned into one of the biggest moments of Austin's career, when Vince McMahon himself interrupted an attack on Owen Hart during the September 22 episode of Raw. McMahon went on to inform "Stone Cold" doctors still hadn't cleared him to wrestle. Austin disagreed, telling Vince where he could kiss before planting him with a Stunner, kicking off the feud that in many respects saved WWE and helped them defeat WCW. That the episode hailed from Madison Square Garden only cemented it would be one of the most historic in history, defining the Attitude Era from the very start.
11 Mike Tyson Turned It Into A War
Even a wrestling executive understands the industry enough to know sometimes a Stunner is just a Stunner, and so the most famous feud in history actually stalled for a few months after its bombastic beginning. McMahon had Austin arrested that night in Madison Square Garden, but then they went their separate ways, distracted by problems with Bret Hart and The Rock respectively. They barely even interacted on a serious level, until Austin won the Royal Rumble and earned a WWE Championship shot at WrestleMania XIV. The very next night, McMahon welcomed pro boxer Mike Tyson to the ring for a special announcement about the Showcase of Immortals, interrupted by Austin when the boss called Tyson "the baddest man on the planet." Austin didn't necessarily agree, though he added the important distinction that he himself was "the world's toughest son of a bitch," shoving Tyson and triggering a brawl between the two. Tyson might have been angry for a little while, but it was McMahon who became absolutely enraged, never forgiving Austin for ruining his big moment and in many ways serving as the true impetus for their feud.
10 Their First "Match" Broke The 84-Week Losing Streak
Keeping it simple, retrospectives of the Attitude Era tend to imply "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Vince McMahon started fighting, and WCW was pretty much scrambling to keep up from that moment forward. Brevity being the soul of wit, there's at least a little bit of truth to that simplification, but the whole story surprisingly goes that WCW kept beating WWE for quite a while into the Austin-McMahon feud. Whether you view the MSG Stunner or the Mike Tyson incident as the true beginning of their battles, it still took a few months before WWE was able to finally defeat WCW in the ratings. That fateful night came on April 13, 1998, when the announced main event of Raw was set to be Austin and McMahon's first actual in-ring match. Naturally, the match barely happened, with Austin first forced to tie his Stunner-arm behind his back and then attacked by Dude Love before the bell sounded. Even so, it was enough that Nitro's 84 week winning streak was over, and from there it was neck and neck for the next couple weeks. Before long, Raw was winning handily and without difficulty, with the continued wars between Austin and McMahon no doubt a huge part of that success.
9 The Feud Indirectly Ruined The 1999 Royal Rumble
95% of pro wrestling feuds all end the same way, at least on a basic level—the two athletes who made one another's lives a living hell square off in the ring, most likely with no holds barred. The saga of Steve Austin and Vince McMahon was unlike any other, though, and especially because Vince wasn't actually a wrestler, it couldn't end in any normal match. To try and overcompensate for McMahon's weaknesses in the ring, WWE decided to use the 1999 Royal Rumble as the first attempt at blowing off their biggest feud, and the results were far less spectacularly than the company hoped. For as popular as Austin-McMahon was, it didn't translate well to an hour long battle, and though neither "Stone Cold" nor the WWE CEO necessarily suffered. On the other hand, almost everyone else on the roster did suffer, thanks to the most important match of the year getting entirely ignored in favor of the backstage antics of Austin and The Corporation. The Rumble has had a few stinkers in the year like any other match, but the '99 version was something else, a complete mess that didn't get anyone over. The only upside was that Austin and McMahon's feud had a do-over the next month, a much better cage match at St. Valentine's Day Massacre.
8 Vince Turned Face Before Austin Turned Heel
Perhaps the most infamous moment of the Austin-McMahon rivalry was the moment it appeared to end, when the two shook hands at WrestleMania X-7. That moment will come up on this list later on, but for now, let's focus on the less forgotten turn of the feud, when McMahon briefly became a face again in 1999 by thanking Austin for saving Stephanie from The Undertaker's Ministry. The two were even close enough for McMahon to return Austin's Smoking Skull WWE Championship belt to him at Backlash, predicting the friendship that would brew between them some two years later. It didn't last long, of course, with Vince soon reuniting with his son Shane and resuming his battles with Austin. In fact, they were fighting one another again by the end of the very next Pay-Per-View, Over The Edge, despite Vince initially entering that event as Austin's ally. From there on, the specifics get too bizarre and convoluted for us to cover, so let's jump ahead to the next major moment in the feud that WWE has intentionally tried and tricked fans into forgetting all about…
7 Austin "Banned Vince From WWE Television" At Fully Loaded 1999
On July 25, 1999, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin retained his WWE Championship from The Undertaker in a First Blood Match at Fully Loaded, thereby banning Vince McMahon from television from that moment forward. Immediately following his victory, Austin gave Vince a celebratory Stunner, and the next night on Raw, Jim Ross lead the audience in a chorus of "Na na na na, na na na na, oh hell yeah, goodbye." Wrestling is a fickle world when it comes to stipulations like that, and it was in fact all of two months before McMahon was back in the company, winning that same WWE Championship, no less. In general, the industry uses the three month rule before erasing past storylines, and Vince at least acknowledged Austin had successfully banned him from TV while he was champion by vacating the belt. It was less than six months after that when McMahon made yet another return and stuck around, completely ignoring the past stipulation. By that point, however, Austin had reinjured his neck and was taking significant time off, so there was no one around to enforce the rule in kayfabe.
6 Austin Regretted The Handshake At WrestleMania X-7
In many respects, the Attitude Era and the Austin-McMahon rivalry both ended at the exact same moment, when the two shook hands in the ring after the main event of WrestleMania X-7. The preceding match is almost universally hailed as one of the best to ever headline Mania, but the handshake and subsequent partnership between the former archrivals has long been one of the most controversial turns in wrestling history. On one hand, Austin did some of the greatest work of his career as a paranoid psychotic heel, yet on the other, the vast majority of fans simply didn't want to boo him under any circumstances. Austin himself has realized this in hindsight, and claimed if he had the chance, he'd "pull an audible" and give Vince a Stunner after he helped him beat The Rock. It would have made perfect sense in kayfabe, with Austin getting one up on McMahon yet again while still doing whatever it took to win the WWE Championship for a fifth time. Austin also believes Vince would have been fine with it, generally letting him do whatever he wants. How this would have changed wrestling history is unclear, though we can remain pretty assured this next item wouldn't have happened had Vince and Austin never been buddy-buddy…
5 Austin Turned On Vince Again To Join The Alliance
While most wrestling fans didn't want to see "Stone Cold" become a bad guy, Austin himself was dead set on getting people to hate him, and like we just said, Vince was willing to let him do whatever he wanted to make that happen. Teaming up with the McMahon family and Triple H wasn't working, so WWE pulled a desperation move and had Austin turn his back on WWE to join Shane and Stephanie McMahon's WCW/ECW Alliance. The move didn't make much sense on the surface, Austin having been especially outspoken about his hatred of WCW, and the company was too stuck in their narrative of Vince and WWE being underdog heroes to justify why Austin would be doing whatever it took to force him out of business. Instead, they doubled down on Austin's gimmick as being paranoid and desperate, needing the younger McMahon's constant validation to embolden his ass kickings. All that said, there were plenty of things wrong with The Invasion, and the fans wanting to cheer Austin was fairly low down on the reasons it was a failure.
4 Austin "Took His Ball And Went Home" In 2002
Around the same time Austin's feud with McMahon more or less petered out in the ring, tensions flared between them behind the scenes. Despite the failed heel turn and Invasion taking away some of Austin's steam, it didn't take long after he went back to being a babyface that he was once again the most popular wrestler in the company. Unfortunately, WWE had apparently forgot how to book him properly, and even worse, his past injuries were taking a serious toll on his body. Feuds with the nWo and Ric Flair weren't justifying his continued presence, and the straw that broke the camel's back was McMahon asking Austin to lose to the up-and-coming rookie Brock Lesnar with absolutely no build. Rather than waste what could be a money match for no real reason, Austin walked out on WWE in July 2002, metaphorically "taking his ball and going home," as longtime friend Jim Ross repeatedly declared on television. Shortly after his no-show, Austin also got into a horrible domestic dispute with his wife Debra, leading to his arrest and a sentence of one year on probation. Somehow, Vince was able to forgive him for it all, and Austin was back in WWE by February of 2003.
3 What Did Vince Fine Austin For Walking Out?
In the months after "Stone Cold" walked out of WWE, the ratings for Raw and SmackDown alike were on a steep downslide. By no means would it be fair to claim his absence was the only reason for this harsh decline in viewership, but it certainly didn't help that the industry's top star of the past five or six years had decided the company was off the rails. Even so, and regardless of their relationship when Austin walked out on him, it made sense that Vince would be willing to bend over backward to please "Stone Cold" in whatever way necessary and get him back, hopefully bringing along some of those lost fans with him. Vince usually gets what he wants, and thus Austin returned at No Way Out 2003, but the CEO wasn't about to instantly nor entirely forgive his would-be cash cow. Accepting that he can't outright fire just anybody, lest the ratings sag like happened when he temporarily let Austin go, Vince has contrived an alternative mechanism for punishing his superstars, that being heavy fines for people who go against him. In this particular case, he fined Austin $650,000 for betraying the company and fans, although ever the rebel, Austin was able to talk it down to a smooth quarter mil.
2 Vince Has Called Austin The Greatest Superstar Of All Time
Given his unprecedented popularity and success, it was only a matter of time before "Stone Cold" Steve Austin would become a member of the WWE Hall of Fame. That honor finally came in 2009, when Austin was officially inducted by none other than Vince McMahon, who in his introductory speech referred to Austin as "the greatest WWE superstar of all time." For all we know, Vince has said this about a number of his favorite employees, yet the stage he chose when he announced Austin as his best worker in history says it all about the level of thought he put into the statement. Not just everybody can tell Vince he's wrong, call audibles in the ring, or come back to rapturous applause after walking out of the company with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of bad blood between them. Austin achieved that level of success, and Vince will always respect him and honor him for it. Unlike Vince's other top rival/stars, Austin has never intentionally tried to put him out of business, showing that respect likely goes both ways.
1 Austin Still Calls Vince Out On His BS
Officially, "Stone Cold" retired on March 30, 2003, after The Rock defeated him at WrestleMania XIX. From that moment forward, Austin has continued making appearances in the WWE Universe in a non-wrestling capacity, gradually reducing his role to the point only occasionally stepping in the ring to make special announcements on extremely rare occasions. While Austin only appears on screen at most once or twice a year these days, that hasn't stopped his influence backstage, specifically over Vince McMahon, whom he still has a respectful if sometimes contentious relationship. Austin's career has advanced away from WWE enough that he and McMahon rarely have disagreements about work, but as seen when McMahon appeared on the Stone Cold Podcast in 2014, he'll still step up and speak his mind when he thinks Vince is using active talent wrong. Case in point, Cesaro, who Austin and countless fans all agree is one of the biggest wasted opportunities on the current WWE roster. However, even Austin telling Vince this to his face didn't change his mind, so it could easily be argued the so-called greatest WWE superstar in history doesn't have the power he used to. On the other hand, a more cynical look onlooker might say it's merely a sign Austin needs to Stun some sense into the old man, one last time.
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Farr West, UT has one of the widest choices of restaurants, of a region its size, in the whole of the USA. Just about half of the restaurants in Farr West are full-service restaurants with 75% of the others offering partial service. The other restaurants inFarr West are largely drinking places and caterers that propose a quantity of in-house food.
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AMMAN - Jordanian Islamist leaders on Thursday condemned Pope Benedict's visit to the Middle East, saying it was provocative because he has not apologized for offending comments implying Islam was violent and irrational.
They said the pope, who arrives in Jordan on Friday on the first leg of a tour including Israel and the Palestinian territories, still owed them an apology for hinting Islam was violent and irrational in a 2006 speech in Regensburg.
Jordan's Roman Catholic Church urged Islamists on Wednesday to welcome the pope despite their earlier criticism of his visit. A senior Amman official acknowledged some discontent but said the government would warmly welcome Benedict.
The present Vatican pope is the one who issued severe insults to Islam and did not offer any apology to the Muslims, Zaki Bani Rusheid, head of the Islamic Action Front, the political arm of the Muslim Brotherhood, the country's largest mainstream Islamist party, told Reuters.
Ignoring Muslim sentiments will only block the healing of wounds his statements caused, said another Islamist figure, Jamil Abu Baker.
For many Arabs in the region, the pope's stated mission of peace and reconciliation is futile without a sufficient gesture to Palestinian suffering under Israeli occupation.
This was even more pressing in Jordan, a country where a large portion of its 5.6 million are of Palestinian origin, they or their parents having been expelled or fled to Jordan in the fighting that accompanied the creation of Israel in 1948.
It's the same pope who apologized to the Jews about the Holocaust and now comes to the region but says nothing about the Palestinian Nakba (catastrophe), Bani Rusheid added. Arabs call Israel's creation the Nakba (catastrophe).
In his appeal on Wednesday, Amman's Auxiliary Bishop Selim Sayegh said: The Holy Father did not intend to insult anybody (in his Regensburg speech) and his trip to Turkey was proof of the steps he has taken for interreligious dialogue.
The senior official, who asked not to be named, said Jordan was satisfied with the state of Catholic-Muslim dialogue and appreciated Benedict's readiness to visit a mosque here.
The Islamists said the pope faced a tougher task in the May 8-15 trip than his predecessor Pope John Paul, whose historic journey in 2000 was admired by Jews and Muslims alike.
What is needed from the pope is to have the courage to apologize, Bani Rusheid said. Benedict has expressed regret for misunderstandings over Regensburg but not for the speech itself.
All ears will be on what he says when he visits the Al Hussein bin Talal mosque in Amman and addresses Muslim religious leaders and other dignitaries there. His only other visit to a mosque was in Istanbul only weeks after the Regensburg speech.
Jordanian Islamists also condemned a visit to Jerusalem's memorial to Holocaust victims, demanding a comparable gesture to victimized Palestinians to prove he was even-handed.
We ask if the Vatican pope will visit Gaza to explore how humanity is being violated, Jamil Abu Bakr said.
The outlawed Hizb ut-Tahrir Party issued a statement urging Jordanian authorities to withdraw their invitation.
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TONIGHT: 'Retirement and Income Planning Strategies' lecture
Hertel & Konish Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors invites you and your spouse or guest to attend "Retirement and Income Planning Strategies for the Road Ahead" at the Court Yard Restaurant at the Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., on Tuesday, April 26, at 6:30 p.m.
Refreshments will be served, and seating is limited. R.S.V.P. to Bonnie French at 617-289-9512.
'What to Do When Your Child Needs Emergency Care' seminar
Hill House presents a seminar entitled "What to Do When Your Child Needs Emergency Care" at the Firehouse, 127 Mt. Vernon St., on Tuesday, April 26, at 6:30 p.m.
Unit Chief of Mass. General Hosptial for Children Emergency Medicine Ari Cohen, M.D., will cover what to do when your child requires emergency care. Dr. Cohen will discuss and take questions on a range of topics, including, but not limited to, when is a trip to the emergency room is necessary, how to stop major bleeding or tend to a serious wound at home, when to call for an ambulance, what to do if your child goes into shock, head traumas, what to do with broken bones and sprains, and much more.
The seminar is free and open to the public.
Beacon Hill Village informational meeting
Learn what Beacon Hill Village (BHV) is all about at an informational get-together at the home of BHV members
Muffin and Junie O'Brien, 90 Commonwealth Ave., on
Thursday, April 28, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Enjoy delicious appetizers and a glass of wine with friends and members of Beacon Hill Village. For more information and to register, visit www.beaconhillvillage.org or call 617-723-9713. The event is free and open to the public.
'Family Matters' lecture at Kingsley Montessori
Kingsley Montessori School Community Speaker Series presents "Family Matters: Raising Healthy Children in Challenging Times" with Dr. Dr. Rob Evans at 26 Exeter St. on Thursday, April 28, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Parents, neighbors, colleagues and friends are welcome. This event is free of charge. R.S.V.P. to firstname.lastname@example.com or 617-226-4932.
'Literary Houses' lecture at Gibson House
The Gibson House Museum, 37 Beacon St., presents Boston University Associate Professor and Director of Museum Studies Melanie Hall for a lecture entitled "Literary Houses, Their Role and Purpose, Yesterday and Today," an exploration of British and American house museums devoted to authors and their works, on Thursday, April 28, at 5:30 p.m. The cost of admission is free for Gibson House Museum members and $10 for non-members. R.S.V.P. to 617-267-6338 or email@example.com. Space is limited.
NABB's 'Back Bay Alley Rally' returns April 30
The Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay (NABB) will sponsor the "Back Bay Alley Rally" at the Clarendon Street Playground, located at Clarendon Street and Commonwealth Avenue, on Saturday, April 30. Volunteers can enjoy coffee, juice and doughnuts from 8:30 to 9 a.m. before they are divided into teams. A picnic for volunteers will take place at the playground at noon. The annual cleanup is held in conjunction with Mayor Thomas M. Menino's "Boston Shines" event. For more information, e-mail Ellen Rooney at parnell3@verizonnet.
Hill House pajama drive to benefit Home for Little Wanderers
During the month of April, Hill House is collecting new, unworn pajamas and sleepwear for children in The Home for Little Wanderers' programs. Preferred sizes are for children from 3 to 18 years old. Drop off donations until April 30 at the Firehouse, 127 Mt. Vernon St.
City gardening workshop
First Church in Boston, 66 Marlborough St., presents a city gardening workshop entitled "City Garden Ideas: Expert Advice and Practical Tips to Beautify Small Urban Spaces" on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost of admission is $25. Register at http://citygardenideas.eventbrite.com.
Room to Grow breakfast fundraiser at the Liberty Hotel
Join Room to Grow for breakfast on May 5, at 8 a.m. at the Liberty Hotel to celebrate inspirational mothers who nurture children, strengthen families and help build our community. Room to Grow is a nonprofit organization that provides parents raising babies in poverty with one-on-one parenting support and essential baby items during their children's critical first three years of development.
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Tutors needed
Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts invites prospective volunteers to one of its informational orientations on May 5 and June 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. in downtown Boston. Volunteer tutors work one-to-one with students for two hours per week for a minimum of nine to 12 months at mutually convenient times in public places. LVM trains volunteers to tutor adult learners in either Basic Literacy or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). LVM volunteers help adults acquire the literacy and English language skills that empower them to realize their goals. For more information, visit www.lvm.org or call 617-367-1313.
Annual Duckling Day Parade returns to the Boston Common
The Friends of the Public Garden will celebrate Mother's Day with Boston-area families during its annual Duckling Day Parade on Sunday. May 8. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m., and the parade will begin at noon. Prior to the parade there will be plenty of family entertainment including a face painter, balloon artist and a magician. Mayor Menino will greet families at the end of the parade and actors from the Wheelock Family Theater will do a dramatic reading from the book. A donation of $25 per family is requested for all participants and each family who registers will receive a special goodie bag filled with Duckling Day toys and treats.
For more information about Duckling Day, visit www.friendsofthepublicgarden.org, or call Regina Norfolk at 508-494-6630 or Harron Ellenson at 617-267-7366.
Back Bay Chorale presents Verdi's 'Requiem'
The Back Bay Chorale, directed by Scott Allen Jarrett, performs Giuseppe Verdi's "Messa da Requiem" in Sanders Theatre, Cambridge, on Saturday, May 14, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25, $35 and $50 (seniors/students $5 discount), and are available at www.bbcboston.org or by calling 617-648-3885.
French Cultural Center book sale
French Cultural Center, 53 Marlborough St., will hold a book sale on Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. French classics and contemporary novels – both fiction and non-fiction – start at $1. Enrich your bookshelves and the French Cultural Center's book budget. Call the library at 617-912-0417 for more information.
NABB City Services Committee meeting
The Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay (NABB) City Services Committee will hold its meetings at the NABB office, 337 Newbury St., on the fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
Hill House Little League registration
Little League registration is now at www.hillhouseboston.org for a new season of Hill House Little League baseball. Join Hill House for another exciting season of T-Ball for 5-year-olds, AA for 6- and 7-year-olds, AAA for 8- and 9-year-olds and Majors for 10- to 12-year-olds.
Hill House's free playgroups
Meet new families at the Hill House Firehouse, 127 Mt. Vernon St., on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for a casual playgroup. Playgroups are free and open to the public.
Also, stop by the Hill House Firehouse for open art and playgroup from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursdays. Art and playgroups are free and open to the public.
Be a friend to elderly in need
FriendshipWorks seeks caring people to offer help and support to isolated elders in the Boston area. Volunteers are needed to provide companionship and assist elders with tasks such as reading, organizing, or going for a walk – lend an hour each week and gain a friend and a new perspective. Volunteers also needed to escort elders to and from medical appointments. No car is needed and hours are flexible. For more information or to apply online, visit www.fw4elders.org or call 617-482-1510.
Join the Downtown Boston Rotary Club
The Downtown Boston Rotary Club, the first new Rotary Club in Boston in 100 years, holds meetings at the UMass Club in the Financial District on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 6 to 7:15 p.m. For more information, visit www.dbrotary.org or call 617-535-1950.
Religious services
The First Church of Christ, Scientist, 210 Massachusetts Ave., holds worship services every Sunday at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. (English) and noon (Spanish). No evening services take place in July and August. Sunday School takes place at the same hours for young people up to the age of 20. Wednesday Testimony Meetings take place at noon and 7:30 p.m. (English) and 6 p.m. (Spanish).


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Leading Change will help participants see new possibilities, change their mindset, and move from where they are to where they want to be through a 7 webinar series designed by SynerChange Chicago in partnership with the MidAmerica Center for Public Health Practice. Webinar attendance will result in knowledge gains on the process of change. Participants will develop strategies for addressing individual Change Initiatives, successful implementation, tactics for responding to resistance, and steps to enhance resilience. Leading Change is an immersive webinar series for those interested in creating long-lasting, effective organizational change.
A certificate of completion with 10.5 contact hours will be given to those completing all 7 webinars. CEUs will not be offered.
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Module Objectives and Descriptions
Overview: Leading Change and the Process of Change
March 30, 2016, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Module 1 introduces participants to the Leading Change series, providing an overview of each module and information on how to participate for maximum benefit. Participants will gain information on how to select a Change Initiative to focus on during each module and download a Change Initiative Journal as a tool to apply what they learn to a real-time change.
As a result of Module 1, participants are able to:
-Recognize key concepts and principles for Leading Change
-Describe the content of the Leading Change Series
-Explain how they can best engage with the series
The Process of Change
April 27, 2016, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Change is a process and not an event. Module 2 distinguishes the stages in the change process, the challenges of each stage, and how to achieve momentum through the process. Participants apply what they learn to a real-time change initiative for which their leadership impacts successful implementation.
As a result of Module 2, participants are able to:
-Discuss the stages in the change process
-Identify why people get stuck in a specific stage and are not able to move forward
-Select strategies and tactics to initiate and sustain progress through the stages toward a change objective
Articulating a Desired State
May 11, 2016 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
A well articulated vision for change is a key for successful implementation of change initiatives. Module 3 focuses on the components of such a vision and how to communicate the desired state for change in a way that motivates movement.
As a result of Module 3, participants are able to:
-Identify how people will be thinking and behaving if their change is successfully implemented
-Prepare a message that effectively articulates the desired state for their selected change initiative
-Describe ways to keep a change vision in front of people as they go through the process of change
Roles in the Change Process – Effective Sponsors
June 1, 2016, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Module 4 introduces the four roles performed during the change process and focuses on the Sponsor Role. Sponsorship is a key determinant for successful change. What makes an effective Sponsor for change is explored, and participants assess the level of sponsorship for their change initiative.
As a result of Module 4, participants are able to:
-Recall the four roles performed during the process of change
-Recognize what is required for effective sponsorship of change
-Examine the level of sponsorship for their change initiative and name skills that need to be developed to enhance sponsorship
Roles in the Change Process – Effective Change Agents and Advocates
June 22, 2016 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Module 5 explores two roles many participants perform in the change process, especially when collaborating or coordinating with other agencies or within the community.
As a result of Module 5, participants are able to:
-Identify who performs the roles of Change Agent and Advocate for their change initiative
-Name the attributes for effectiveness in the Change Agent and Advocate roles
-List skills to develop that can enhance the implementation of their change initiative
Resistance to Change
July 6, 2016, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Resistance is inevitable with major change. Therefore, efforts should be focused on minimizing, not eliminating resistance. Module 6 defines resistance, distinguishes how resistance manifests in organization, and provides tactics throughout the change process.
As a result of Module 6, participants are able to:
-Explain what surfaces and increases resistance during change
-Distinguish between resistance that comes from an individual and resistance that comes from the culture
-Choose tactics that will minimize the inevitable resistance that accompanies change
Demonstrating Resilience During Change
August 3, 2016, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Resilience seems to be a distinguishing factor for individuals and organizations that are able to successfully navigate the challenges of the change process. Module 7 ends the series and helps participants generate a plan for personal and organizational development of resilience.
As a result of Module 7, participants are able to:
-List characteristics of individuals and organization that demonstrate resilience during change
-Develop a plan to enhance their personal resilience
-Identify steps to enhance their organization's resilience
Forms and Links
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Jan Kaila selected as the Dean of the Academy of Fine Arts
Artist professor Jan Kaila has held international positions as a teacher, curator and advisor in artistic research.
Doctor of Fine Arts Jan Kaila was selected as the Dean of the Academy of Fine Arts of the University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki) for the term of office from 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2022.
Jan Kaila (b. 1957) is a visual artist and a teacher in fine arts, and he has previously worked at the Academy of Fine Arts in various positions, including as a vice rector, director of the doctoral programme and professor of artistic research. Kaila received his doctoral degree in fine arts at the Academy of Fine Arts in 2002 after over a decade's experience in different teaching positions in fine arts and photography. Kaila is currently the head of a three-year multi-disciplinary research project, Poetic Archeology, at Uniarts Helsinki.
The recruitment committee emphasised Kaila's international experience and merits in developing artistic research. Kaila is an active curator and debater, and he has written extensively on contemporary art and artistic research.
– The Academy of Fine Arts has a strong international profile, and I want to continue the work of bringing it to a higher level. I also believe that the cooperation between the research of different art disciplines can be deepened even further. One of the biggest transitions during my term will naturally come in the beginning of the 2020s when the Academy of Fine Arts will relocate to the new facilities that will be built next to the Theatre Academy, Kaila comments on the goals of his upcoming term.
Kaila has worked as a professor at the Estonian Academy of Arts and held numerous teaching positions as well as positions of trust in foreign art institutions of higher education and international art organisations. Since 2014, Kaila has worked as the scientific advisor in artistic research at the Swedish Research Council with a focus on developing artistic research.
– Jan Kaila's impressive international experience and deep knowledge of teaching in fine arts give him excellent qualifications for developing the Academy of Fine Arts. As the Dean, his strong vision for artistic research and teaching will benefit the entire university, says Uniarts Helsinki's Rector Jari Perkiömäki.
The Dean is in charge of managing the Academy of Fine Arts as a part of Uniarts Helsinki. His responsibilities focus on the management of academic, artistic and pedagogic operations in the field of fine arts.
Seven candidates applied for the position of the dean at Uniarts Helsinki's Academy of Fine Arts. The appointment was made by the Uniarts Helsinki Board on the proposal of Rector Jari Perkiömäki in a meeting on Wednesday, 23 August.
Further information and interview requests:
Uniarts Helsinki's Head of Communications Eveliina Olsson, +358 50 598 6492.


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1. Go to your Facebook timeline and click on the video you would like to embed. A modal window pops up with the video along with various facebook features such as likes, comments, ads, etc. At the bottom of the video, click on "Options".
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No Plan To Islamize Nigeria, Sultan Reassures Christians
The Sultan of Sokoto, his eminence, Abubakar Sa'ad the III, has specifically shut down the thorny idea of a program to Islamize Nigeria as being part of a Muslim agenda.
He told a gathering of Muslims in Kaduna that those who allege that Muslims have such agenda were not friends of Nigeria.
"Nobody can islamize Nigeria. If almighty Allah had wanted that, he would have made all of us Muslims and there would be nothing anybody can do, just like nobody can Christianize Nigeria because it's not possible.
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Thursday, 15 October 2015
Problems and Solutions
Firstly, the issue of 'vignettes' to fill up the base line and give some feeling of reality to the whole look of the battlefield. Now, in my ACW collection for example, I have loads of bits and bobs to fill in the spaces which almost inevitably will appear as the game unfolds. But, for the WFR project to date I have nothing. Skip back a few weeks to Derby Worlds and I took steps to begin righting this void. From Dave Thomas I bought two Perry Miniatures French sets ~ Generals and ADCS ~ which will give me two groups of four figures, one seated around a table scribbling orders and one of a determined looking general and his staff. Strictly the uniforms are too late of course, but careful painting and posing should help minimise that. In the bag of goodies I collected from Trent Miniatures there turned out to be some spare Austrian officers. I also had bought a whole heap of 'bits' from Irregular, which I forgot to mention in the relevant blog post, and amongst that was a table, bench and chair. The result, a little vignette of senior officers gathered around their maps planning their next move ~
The maps I found by searching on the Net for C18th maps of Flanders which I then reduced to an appropriate size. Pointless in many respects, but I know at least that they are appropriate and that level of detail on so small a piece is well beyond my skills now a days! The piece needs to be matt varnished, but I'll wait until I have a few more done to break out the fan heater and the spray cans!
The second thing which has been occupying my thoughts off and on since Monday's game is the issue of representing skirmishers on the table top. Now, as I understand it, Blackpowder does not require you to depict skirmishers at all, but I like the games to look right. When I looked back over the snaps I'd taken the individual figures loosely grouped just didn't look like I thought they should. I'd got a few oval MDF bases in stock, and Phil gave me a few more, so I began experimenting with the figures and the detritus I'd got from Irregular Miniatures at Derby. I'm quite pleased by the 'vignette look' of these larger bases and at least I feel it looks something like a skirmish screen now. Of course, you may disagree entirely...
Firstly, above, three bases to represent French skirmishers. I've taken some close up pictures of each base, so I'll discuss them in a minute. Secondly, below, some Austrian skirmishers, attempting to cordon off their French opposing numbers ~
Turning first to the bases of French figures: they comprise a number of figures from packs of French Elites in bicorn firing and the French Infantry Firing Line, an officer from the Royalist Vendee figure set, two kneeling Elites, which I don't think are generally available yet, and one Light Infantry figure kneeling ~
On each base I placed one item from the bag of Irregular Miniatures goodies, the three figures, some odd stone pieces from the original bases, and a few discreet tufts.
Now, I know I shall need more bases than this, so next year I will be picking up other figures to paint up and base in a similar style. I believe that Matt made some distinct Skirmishing French figures for Duncan, indeed, they may even now be cast up. Mixed with others of the types already used I hope it will give me a more satisfactory looking French Skirmish screen in future games.
The Austrians are from the German Infantry firing line packs. I had five spare figures for each of the two Line Infantry Regiments I had already painted up, hence the bases of three and two figures. I'd no spare officers at that time, but I don't feel that's an issue with these bases anyway. I just happened to have the French officers going spare!
I have some suitable spares also for the forthcoming Hungarian Infantry I have in the painting queue, so I shall mount these on similar sized and styled bases to complete the 'look' I'm after for the armies once deployed on the tabletop ~
They won't appear though for a couple of months! First up I'm working on two Brigade Command stands for the British Infantry part of the Allied army and the three Austrian Dragoons I bought to bring the unit up to strength! I also plan to tackle my fourth British Infantry battalion for the 1914 project as I see Phil has started his Germans! I've also got three camp cooking pieces from Irregular which can appear in several periods camp scenes I hope. That's October spoken for, at the very least, so we'll see how it goes! I'd appreciate any feedback on either mini project idea which might help me develop my thinking and improve the end product, so do comment if you feel you can add anything to the pot!
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Great stuff so more visually appealing than individual figures scattered about in front of the unit, yes they should be represented in BP if you wish to use the tactic, most folk appear to take the light company figures from the main unit, but I think it looks better using additional figures like you. Nice command vignette, it may inspire the little lead men to better things next outing.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks for putting me right there Phil? I will continue with these vignette style bases in future.Delete
They look nice David and do have more visual appeal then singles.ReplyDelete
Thanks Christopher, glad you agree with my thoughts on these type of bases.Delete
They look brilliant! I hope I may copy this idea?
Thanks very much,Bill. Of course you may copy the idea, I probably did...ReplyDelete


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Metal Gear Rising Demo Impressions: Turning Me From A Non-Believer To A Buyer
The demo for this game came with Zone of the Enders HD. My curiosity got the best of me and I put in the demo disc (yes, a disc just for a demo… ah, nostalgia) first and not the actual reason I bought the game in the first place. To put the Rising demo in a simple one word description would be easy: ridiculous. They certainly picked a section of the game to show off how crazy this game really is. I guess I shouldn't be surprised. Ever since we saw Raiden's complete 180 degree change in Metal Gear Solid 4 and we saw that this kind of character would return for Rising, I should have known that ridiculousness would be a factor here. I just wasn't prepared for this amount of it in one sitting.
If you're a fan of Devil May Cry or Bayonetta you will certainly find a niche here that will grab you. Rising's action and gameplay is fast-paced, intense, and challenging. The first challenge to overcome? The controls. It's not that they are hard to grasp but the layout is pretty weird. Parry is the hardest thing to do which is a shame since you'll need to do plenty of it. Aside from that you'll find yourself bobbling around with the camera when in Blade Mode that may result in your missing your target or not killing it and maybe even getting damaged.
I was very afraid to see how Rising would translate as a part of the Metal Gear franchise. I originally stated on one of our podcasts that this game should not be carrying the franchise tag as it is not a Metal Gear game but after playing the demo I have to say that they did a really good job at taking elements of the Solid series and bringing them over. The graphics, style, character design, and world look just a Metal Gear Solid 4 HD and as a fan you'll feel right at home.
That doesn't mean the game isn't over-the-top ridiculous, though. Platinum Games seems to reach for high-octane crazy in their games but geez, man. Some of Raiden's combos are so out there that you can't help but tilt your head, squint your eyes, and motion at the screen like you're silently saying, "are you serious right now?" Example? One of Raiden's combos has his grab his sword by his foot, jab about 3-5 times, and then spin in place over and over again before finally doing a front flip and crashing the sword and his foot down into the ground. Seriously?
The combos are just the tip of the pyramid, though. We've all seen how Raiden gets his energy thanks to on-screen demos and videos. He has to slash open his foes, grab their spines, rip them out of the corpse, and feed on the energy inside. All I can say is, thank goodness these are cyborg enemies and not real people. The amount of blood that would have been in this game would overtake every single Ninja Gaiden game combined.
The demo was fun, though. Also, quite challenging. Until you finally get parry down, you may find yourself dying over and over again at the boss. That thing is exceptionally tough but gives you a good grasp as how Platinum Games is approaching Metal Gear Rising. If you've been hoping for more Raiden or a different take on the franchise then Rising should have you excited. If you're stuck in your ways about Metal Gear like I was, give the demo a try. It was enough to make me say, "I guess I have to buy it now."


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Chris Bosh was the third cog in the Miami Heat Big 3 machine that won two championships together. For such a big star Bosh sometimes had to do the yeoman's work, while the brighter lights flashed on cogs 1 and 2, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. He did it with a smile, once amazed that he hadn't scored a single point in a playoff win but professing happiness with the victory just as well. The Sun Sentinel now reports that Bosh is working his tail off to return to the Heat for 2016-17, after missing chunks of the last two seasons with blood clot problems.
James left two years ago, of course, and then Wade surprised everyone this summer — even Pat Riley — when he ditched Miami for Chicago. Now it's finally Bosh's team — he's the highest paid as well as the highest profile player — if only he's healthy enough to assume the mantel. Despite losing Wade and Joe Johnson, the Heat retained the uncanny Hassan Whiteside's services on the inside, making them a threat to win on any given night. With some luck on the health front, Bosh could be the glue that holds together a refashioned Heat contender.


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'Tis the season to remind ourselves of this primal brand that we paradoxically do not believe in, yet believe in sufficiently enough to tell our age-appropriate kids to believe in him.
After all, the million of believers surrounding Santa Claus intend to spend about $1096 on holiday gifts between Thanksgiving and the holidays—up over $200 from last year. That's about $217.4 billion, according to industry trade group National Retail Federation, which helps us understand why good ole St. Nick is so jolly.
So let's parse this belief system out, primal branding style.
The cultural creation story is about a St. Nicholas who was Bishop of Myra in the 4th Century. He was good with children and the anniversary of his death was celebrated as St. Nicholas Day. In the 17th Century, the Dutch children of New Amsterdam (present day New York) brought their version of Sinter Klaas (Saint Nicholas) who arrived with his gifts on the night of December 5. "Sinter Klaas" became "Santa Claus", a philanthropic bearded old gentleman who reward the good and punished the bad.
The Santa creed is that he knows who's been naughty and nice. Good kids get Christmas presents, bad kids get a lump of coal. Or at least they don't get the new Xbox.
Icons? Haddon Sundblom's portrayal of Santa painted for Coke ads in the 1930s tops the list. This jolly, red-cheeked, white bearded old troll has been our rendition of Santa ever since. Santa's house and workshop at the North Pole are also icons, as well as the elves. And, of course, the reindeer. Other icons include all the Christmas music, including "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer", created in 1939 as a holiday gimmick for Montgomery Wards department stories in Chicago. (Are you starting to understand when the commercialism of Christmas might have come in?) The Christmas tree, the manger setting, candy canes, Christmas stockings, the holiday punch bowl, even the weight fruit cake. Christmas packages adorned with ribbons and wrapping are also iconic. (If you don't think so, imagine Xmas gifts without them—it's just not Christmas.) While some of these icons are not solely around Santa, you get the idea.
Rituals surrounding Santa Claus are many. Sliding down the chimney. Sending your wish list to Santa. Sitting in Santa's lap (also waiting in line at the department store to see Santa). Putting up the Christmas tree, leaving a snack out for Santa Christmas Eve, and gift shopping and gift giving are all a part of the ritual. (Clement Clark Moore's seasonal poem "T'was the night before Christmas," was written by him as a gift for his children.) Midnight mass, Christmas goose, Christmas bonuses, are also a part of the extensive rituals surrounding Christmas. And don't forget the holiday ritual that will help hold the airlines together a bit longer this year as thousands of people transport themselves and their gifts for the holidays--"to Grandmother's house we go."
Sacred words include "Merry Christmas, "Ho ho ho!", "Xmas", "Santa", all the songs and hymns. And, of course, "Xbox".
Those who do not believe in Santa Claus include those of other faiths and, well, adults.
The leaders (or in this case perpetuators) of Santa both legendary and imaginary, are Moms and Dads everywhere.
Happy holidays!


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Paid Sick Leave
This proposal created by Tucson Council member Regina Romero would require businesses to give workers one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked. Employees would have the ability to use their sick time after 90 days of employments and could use up to 40 hours a year at small businesses with a staff less than 10 people. This could also occur up to 56 hours per year at a larger business. Businesses would not require workers to find someone to cover their shift while using sick time. Employers who don't follow these rules could be fined. For more information about this contact: Comment by email to email@example.com. Use "Earned Sick and Safe Time" in the subject line.


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How does participation help research?
This will be the topic of discussion at the Centre for Methodological Innovations Participatory Research Cluster launch event on Friday 12 June.
From child's play to the latest medical interventions, join us at the Centre for Methodological Innovations Participatory Research Cluster launch event to discuss how participation across a variety of subject areas can assist research.
aim is to hold at least three meetings a year and this launch event will
kick-start topics to be discussed.
will be of particular interest to staff, practitioners and postgraduate
students and the programme will run as follows:
- 10.45am-11am: Registration and Welcome
- 11am-11.20am: Introduction to cluster (Julia Morgan)
- 11.20am-12.05pm: Guest speaker - Professor Kay Tisdall, University of Edinburgh - 'Better knowledge, improved ethics and more inclusive? Participatory research methods with children and young people'
- 12.05pm-12.30pm: Questions and discussion on what participants would like from the cluster and discussion of participants research and research areas (Caroline Leeson)
- 12.30pm-1.30pm: Lunch and networking
Kay Tisdall is Professor of Childhood Policy and Co-Director of the Centre for Research on Families and Relationships, at the University of Edinburgh. She has an ongoing commitment to children and young people's participation in her policy and academic work, resulting in collaboration with policy-makers and practitioners locally, nationally and internationally and an academic research programme on children and young people's participation. She and colleagues have a keen interest in working directly with children and young people in research, which has included three ESRC grants to help developed advanced research methods courses with children and young people (see www.crfr.ac.uk/eventsandtraining/training/cpd-training and www.sps.ed.ac.uk/pgtcs), and associated publications.
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Alright, so, here's the necessary post, the one where I give you the most important advice you'll ever ignore as a writer…the piece of advice you'll get from every single writer out there who feels happy with themselves as an author…but the piece of advice that doesn't really mean anything until you actually start doing it.
Write every single day!
Of course…I don't do this..I take off for weekends and most holidays, and when I just completely don't have the time…but those are excuses that I shouldn't have and neither should you.
Now, I know I've said most of this before, and I know that you've ignored it all before as well (as have I 🙂 ), but now that I've got an official spot where I tell you what you need to be doing as a writer, well, here's where I'm going to tell you, without a single doubt, that you should be constantly creating. Writing is a honed skill. Sure, you may be talented at the craft, perhaps the muses speak to you in ways unimaginable. But you still need to sharpen the sword.
Hey, here's a joke! :
How do you get to Carnegie Hall?
Yeah, I know…old and cheesy, but it's the truth. No matter what you're doing, if you want to be a master, you have to practice, and writing is absolutely no different. Just take a look at the difference between my blog posts of a couple years back and my blog posts of today…I honestly spend approximately the same amount of time on them today as I did back then (in fact, I probably spend less today than then), but the quality difference is almost palpable. That's simply because I've been spending nearly every day for years trying to write worthwhile articles within the 1000 word limit. Sure, many may question how great my talents as a blogger are…myself included. You see, I don't really want to be a blogger… but blogging allows me to work at my art from a few different angles…trying a different medium to tell a story, even if it's not something I truly put any honest focus into. Also, it allows me to try out some new ideas and see how they flow. And since I'm writing this stuff anyways…why not share it.
But that's getting off focus…something I'm mighty good at. The focus is you, and writing…and doing it every day (or at least as close as you can get). This isn't something that is unheard of. Do a google search for "Write Every Day Quotes"…umm. yeah, look I did it for you even. You'll find that same advice repeated by every single author you've ever heard of, and millions more you haven't. Badbury, Hemingway, King, I mean, the list is limitless…and here's the thing…authors rarely agree on anything so clearly as this one thing. If you read around, you'll find that authors all have competing advice about any number of random things, about the rules of novels, about genres, about every single damned thing. But when it comes to the frequency of writing, they all agree. Write every day.
Now…where you'll begin to see disagreements on that subject is with the why. Some writers believe you should write every day simply so you can get loads and loads of content out in order to find more readers (because more content=more readers). Some believe that you need to write every day so you keep it as a habit, ensuring that you'll always come back. Honestly, there's just a lot of reasons given.
I've got one I haven't seen that I think is just as important.
Write every day because it's your job.
If you want to be an author, as in, someone who legitimately could be carrying business cards with the word Author on them as the title…there's really only one thing that's keeping you from giving yourself that title. You. But, if you want to be an author, if you want that to be considered your occupation, you have to think of it as your job, meaning you have to put the effort in. I'll agree with so many of the reasons out there for writing every day, but I think the most important one is this: Write every day so that you remember that you are, in fact, an author. Once you remember that, so much of the rest of it can fall away, or fall into place.
Yes, you need practice to get better, yes, you need content to get readers, yes to so many of these things, but mostly yes to realizing that if you want this to be your job, you have to make it your job, even if it's not paying you anything yet.
Step One to being an author is deciding that you are an author, even more than writing a book or publishing a book or whatever, it's just that decision that you are one. And part of that decision is acting like one. And I think I've already showcased that "authors" write daily. So should you.
Now get to work!
And have fun out there!