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Recent end-times writings have been associating the development of nuclear arms in Iran with the depiction of Gog and Magog as found in Revelation 20:7-10.
The terms Gog and Magog first appear in Ezekiel 38-39, a text written after and in response to, the fall of Jerusalem in 587/6 BCE. In Ezekiel, Gog is referred to as a leader of an invading army from the far north that will attack the people of Israel in the latter years.
Chapters 33-39 of Ezekiel record God's promise of restoration after the Babylonian exile (587/6-538 BCE). Chapters 38-39 describe the triumph that God will have over the ultimate enemy Gog,. That victory will pave the way for God's re-enthronement over Israel, in Jerusalem (see Ezekiel 40-48).
The defeat of Gog serves as a vindication of God's holiness and a demonstration of God's might, while proving that the nation's sinfulness, and not God's weakness or lack of concern, led Israel into exile.
These are extremely important theological concepts for Israel at the time of the exile. The surrounding nations believed in many gods that were attached to geographical locations, in particular to individual cities.
Consequently, when Jerusalem was destroyed by Babylon, Jerusalem's neighbors would have understood that Babylon's gods were more powerful and worthier of worship. The promised return to Jerusalem, conversely, vindicates the God of Israel as the one true God.
The author of Revelation borrows the Gog and Magog imagery to describe the final assault against God's people and the beloved city (Rev. 20:8-9).
This is not unexpected, as Gog and Magog are also found in other writings from this period (ca. 100 CE).
The identification of Gog and Magog is uncertain at best. In Ezekiel, Gog is a person and Magog a territory. In Revelation both Gog and Magog are used as names of evil nations.
Both biblical books, Ezekiel and Revelation, are responding to persecutions in a particular time and setting. And in each, the Gog-Magog imagery is used to instill hope that God is preparing to bring redemption and salvation to these persecuted communities.
First to the Jews living in the Babylonian exile (sixth century BCE), then to the Christ followers of the first century CE who experienced the persecutions that led up to, and followed immediately after the destruction of the second Jerusalem temple in 70 CE.
In each of these biblical contexts, separated by more than 500 years, the terms Gog and Magog are used to refer to some unnamed ultimate evil that would be overcome by God so that Jews and Christians might be vindicated, their communities restored, and they would have the freedom to live and worship as they feel called to do.
It seems to me these three things have already happened. That is not to suggest there have been no more persecutions. We need only remember the Holocaust to establish this truth. But, the Babylonian exiles were allowed to return to Jerusalem in 538 BCE to rebuild the city and the temple (completed 515 BCE).
Similarly, Jewish and Christian communities have developed and continued since 70 CE. Have there been persecutions along the way? Most certainly. But, there have also been numerous moments and locales where both communities have experienced freedom of worship.
Even still, today, in the year 2006, "prophecy teachers" would have us believe that the prophecies of Ezekiel and John (i.e., the book of Revelation) have not been realized.
Consequently, they seek to attribute the title(s) Gog and Magog to contemporary nations, and to suggest there will be a colossal gathering of armies that will march against Jerusalem, and that God will come supernaturally in the heavens to destroy these armies and vindicate this city.
It is true we are seeing wars, and threats of more wars, in our world today. It is true that we are experiencing world tensions, much of which is orientated around religious communities and beliefs.
However, it is not true that Ezekiel and John were describing this moment. They were describing horrible tensions, persecutions and wars of their own time for which they sought relief–and by the grace of God relief came.
So we might ask, if Ezekiel and Revelation are not a literal description of our own time period, can we still benefit from them? Most certainly! For within these books can be found the hope that God is at work in our world to bring peace, and hope and healing.
How? Through humanity's faithful, non-violent resistance to evil. For if we do not participate in evil, then evil cannot win, and it will have been conquered.
This is the living message of Jesus' atoning work on the cross. As John the Revelator has told us, the work has already been done, the lamb has been slain, and evil has been conquered (Rev. 12:1-6).
Now it only remains for his followers to go and do likewise, and thus, usher in the new social order that has been hoped for since the writing of Isaiah 65:17 and 66:22.
LeAnn Snow Flesher teaches Old Testament at American Baptist Seminary of the West. She is author of Left Behind? The Facts Behind the Fiction, published by Judson Press.


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2021 may be the exception to the standard practices of deferring long-term capital gains, holding assets until death triggers a stepped-up basis, or gifting real estate/business interests when beneficiaries attain a certain age.
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If this off season is as slow and arduous to any of you as it is to me I'm guessing many of you have already tried the same exercise that i'm about to do. In fact, i've seen many suggestions on the HB boards, and they have in part helped shape my perception of how the Leafs will look come opening night.
Now, keep in mind, there can still be changes to the roster within the next few weeks.. we all know the changes expected so lets just leave that discussion for other blogs.
As of puck drop on opening night i see the Leafs icing a line up similar to this:
Jason Blake - Nik Antropov -Jiri Tlusty
Niklas Hagman - Alexander Steen - Alexei Ponikarovsky
Nikolai Kulemin - Matt Stajan -Jamal Mayers
Mark Bell - Boyd Devereaux - Ryan Hollweg/Bates Battaglia
Tomas Kaberle - Pavel Kubina / Bryan McCabe (if he doesn't wave... very likely)
Jeff Finger - Carlo Colaiacovo
Anton Stralman - Frogren(first name Jonas?) / Ian White
The goalie selection is obvious.
Now before you all go ahead and start calling me a moron for putting person A in position B, I'd rather constructively create the kind of line ups that would work. So please make any suggestions.
I strongly feel that McCabe wont be moved prior to opening night, which means Kubina's gone by the end of the week. If both are gone (it would be pretty great if that did happen) i think the D core would be much better off for the coming season, as we would see minutes spread much more evenly throughout all three lines, as all three lines will be very capable.
While many people are worried that there is no 1st line centre worth mentioning, i kind of like the idea of Nik Antropov playing 1st C. He had an amazing season last year, and i saw flashes of greatness in him when he did play centre (which i believe is his natural position).
Jason Blake i feel will have a much better year this time around. Can't say how much hearing he had cancer affected his play.. but it was his first year in Toronto, with a huge contract, and massive expectations. All that has got to affect a player's game. As much as people want him gone, i think he's still one of the best wingers the Leafs have right now, unless Hagmen proves himself to be that guy at training camp.
The wild cards for next season would have to be Jason Blake, Mark Bell and Carlo Colaiacovo. If JB can return to some semblance of past form (20+ goals) and Mark Bell finally proves himself a serviceable 2nd or 3rd line winger, the offensive woes of this team will be lessened. As far as CC goes.. this guy seems cursed. I've always enjoyed watching him play when he isn't hurt. He has good defensive presence, grit and fearless shot blocking. I could see him being a great partner for Kaberlie if Tomas took it upon himself to shoot more often.
So my question to anyone who feels so inclined to tackle the subject-- How do you see the line ups working out? You may make any assumptions as to known trade rumors or debates currently going on. Try to keep it realistic and please try to respect each other's opinions.
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August 3, 2008 7:52 PM ET
oh.. and i totally forgot about Grabovski... he'll probably be the 2nd line center... make adjustments accordingly.
August 4, 2008 1:10 PM ET
Hollweg will have a full time slot in the line up. Finger will put his prints all over the defense and will the hand that keeps them going.
August 4, 2008 2:37 PM ET
Looking at the basic dept chart... the Leafs have WAY too many 3rd and 4th line forwards. I can't see Battaglia in the line up this coming season, and unless there's a trade.. i don't see how Poni, Mayers and Hollweg keep full time slots in the line up.Jason Blake - Nik Antropov -Jiri TlustyNiklas Hagman - M. Grabovski - Alex SteenNikolai Kulemin - Matt Stajan -Jamal Mayers / PonikarovskiMark Bell - Boyd Devereaux - Ryan Hollweg / Bates Battaglia
August 4, 2008 3:24 PM ET
Ponikarovsky is a 20 goal scorer - how does he not keep a full time slot in the line up?
August 4, 2008 4:41 PM ET
You are forgetting something else somewhat important - Kulemin will play on one of the top 2 lines. The guy has basically been guaranteed his roster spot, and the hype around this guy indicates that he can be a great 2 way forward that can also put up points. Despite a career high in goals last year, I see the Leafs slotting Hagman on that 3rd line instead of Kulemin. Maybe swapping those 2 is the only major thing I would do to these lines. I think a Kulemin, Grabov, Steen 2nd line could be a thing of beauty. I also see Mayers being a 4th line character guy. While I was supremely disappointed with Poni's play overall last year, I don't think you relegate the guy to the 4th line (unless he continues to regress), meaning Mayers would be the guy moved down so you would have a 3rd line of Poni, Stajan, and Hagman. And, lastly, you forgot to mention Dominic Moore. After his impressive play late last season, I don't know how this guy doesn't earn at least a 4th line role to start the season. Anyone else?
August 4, 2008 6:04 PM ET
I'd like to see a lineup like this:Steen-Antropov-TlustyGrabovski-Stajan-KuleminMayers-Bell-HagmanDevereaux-Moore-Newbury/HollwegUnfortunately, Blake and Poni won't be traded.
August 4, 2008 6:25 PM ET
I'd like to see Tlusty not on the roster this year... lets be honest... he needs some time to develop and seeing as there are more than a few NHL vets ahead of him on the depth chart, he seems a likely candidate for demotion... also, you forgot our good friend Staffan Kronwall, who seems pretty deserving of a roster spot.
August 4, 2008 10:04 PM ET
Interesting that you post this, my friend and I (both avid leafs fans) were talking about what the lines will look like last night. I am thinking something like:Blake-Antropov-SteenKulemin-Grabovski-Tlusty ((very interesting line i think, could have some huge potential. also, tlusty/steen maybe should be switched around, or maybe even Poni there instead of steen))Hagman-Stajan-MayersHollwed-Bell-DevereauxAs for defense, I think your lines are mostly bang-on, only I would put Stralman on the second line with Finger if he plays as well in camp as he did for Sweden. .. .... and for the love of god, hopefully Carlo has a break-out year and can actually stay healthy.
August 5, 2008 12:20 AM ET
The problem with slotting Stralman with Finger is that they brought in Frogren to play with Stralman and i dont see Frogren being placed on any line better than the 3rd defensive line. In a sense-- his fate might be tied with Stralmans.I've heard a lot about Kulemin but i haven't seen anything on this kid, so i assumed he'd start off at a 3rd line winger role and receive promotions based on merit.I'm a huge fane of the Boyd Deveraux / Dominic Moore combo, they are excellent 3rd and 4th liners who play with a sense of urgency and grit. Problem is, with Mayers and Hollwig in, i don't see both of them in the line-up. I don't think Mayers runs the risk of demotion, and Hollweg was brought in to bang some heads, so he'll be the spare. Where's the room?I'm almost certain there will be trades before season starts-- there are way too many NHL level forwards and D-men in depth chart for TML to start the season with. Demoting all the extras to the Marlies will serve little to no purpose-- and will just piss off the NHLPA and make TO seem a less amiable team to play for.Fletch needs to pull a trigger... any trigger.
August 5, 2008 8:53 AM ET
wouldn't mind seeing Williams in the line up this year
August 5, 2008 2:39 PM ET
id like to see Tlusty spend a full year at the Marlies playing on the first line and get plenty of PP time. Thinking lines would look something like this:Antropov-Steen-PoniKulemin-Grabo-HagmanMayers-Stajan-BlakeDeveraux-Moore-HollwegBell and Newbury in the box.Ill wait to talk about D cause one of McCabe or Kubina might be moved.
August 6, 2008 10:58 PM ET
FORWARDS: || Steen - Kulemin - Tlusty || Hagman - Grabovski - Stajan || Bell - Moore - Jamal Mayers || Williams - Devereaux - Hollweg || Spares: Battaglia, Newbury || DEFENSE: || Kaberle - Bouwmeester || McCabe - Kubina || Stralman - Frogren || Spare: Kronwall || GOALIES : Toskala, Joseph || I took the liberty of trading Antropov, Ponikarovsky, Colaiacovo, and White for Bouwmeester and placing Blake in the AHL. I'm sure none will be missed other than Carlo but the poor guy is injured too often. I would have traded the rest of the team but unfortunately the real world doesn't work like NHL 2K8 Franchise mode....
August 6, 2008 11:09 PM ET
Look at that I forgot about Jeff Finger, well it looks like another year in the AHL for Steffan Kronwall. Kind of obvious that one, come on he's a pro minor leaguer, best marlie defender or not. He could handle 7th duty, but probably better for him to just be in Europe. So not to risk looking like an idiot with a 3.5 million dollar defenseman as a spare, I'll put Finger with Kubina and put McCabe in the pressbox.
August 7, 2008 3:48 PM ET
I think that putting in a prediction that either McCabe or Kubina will be gone soon was the best part of the blog - likely should have been the core of the post. Everybody seems to forget that the Kubina trade window is closing soon, and that a rebuilding team can`t really afford to carry both Kubina and McCabe for another full season. If I had to make a prediction it would be that Kubina will be dealt to Tampa by Aug 15th. Likely return would be Ouelett and another younger forward making at least $1 million a year....likely Joikinen or Ryan Craig.
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Many materials can be used in 3D printing machines — silver, wax, plastic, steel, even titanium. But it wasn't until late last year when we met Derby, the dog with a congenital deformity who was able to walk like a puppy again thanks to 3D-printed legs, that it became clear that 3D printers can use another raw material: our melted hearts.
If you haven't heard of Derby, he's a spunky Husky mix who, due to his congenital defect, has severely stunted front legs. This made it difficult and even painful for Derby to move about without aid, until he received a pair of 3D-printed legs from South Carolina-based 3D Systems. And now, thanks to improvements in design and materials, Derby's legs have been upgraded, to make him better than he was before. Better, stronger, fasterâno wait, that's the Six Million Dollar Man. But still, Derby's new legs are a big improvement, and he seems to have the same range of motion that any other dog has.
The original design (below) for Derby's legs were "blades" made of plastic and rubber, which allowed him to walk, climb steps, and run, but were too low to the ground and didn't provide optimal shock absorption.
Aiming to improve on the blades, Tara Anderson (the original designer) and her team at 3D Systems first tried to "take the initial design and blow it up." This failed when the larger blades were attached to Derby — it was like he had "balloons on his elbows" that were less effective than the originals.
Turning to nylon, Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), and a new figure-eight design (below), Anderson and her team were able to come up with an improved leg that effectively has a "knee," allowing the new synthetic limbs to give Derby's upper body more height, as well as more shock absorption.
Thanks to the new design and construction, the little bionic wonder pup is able to achieve all kinds of movements that he was "never able to do," including walking in a straight line, and "sitting like a normal dog sits." But, considering that 3D-printed prosthetics are advancing rapidly (approaching Luke Skywalker-level awesome), printing ribcages out of titanium is now possible, and the existence of Disney-themed bionic hands is a reality, perhaps Anderson, her team, and Derby, won't be content to settle for normal.
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2016 FilmG shortlist announced
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FilmG, MG ALBA's Gaelic Short Film Competition, has announced the shortlists for this year's competition with budding filmmakers, community groups and school groups from around the country making the final cut.
This year's FilmG theme, 'Cliù' (Fame/Reputation) inspired an array of new ideas and stories from filmmakers making it an exciting yet difficult job for the jury to pick out the best from this year's entries.
The jury panels comprised of a variety of directors, producers and scriptwriters currently working in the industry. They included Angus Mackay, Director of Corran Media Productions, based in Stornoway. Angus has previously been on the jury and was very impressed with this year's films. He said:
"FilmG is a fantastic competition that's fulfilling a very important function in encouraging both amateurs and young professionals to make more films in Gaelic. I was greatly encouraged by the rise in the overall quality of entries since I last served as a judge - that in itself is a great testament to FilmG's success. This year's entries show that we have young people in the industry with great development potential, but also that there are people in the wider Gaelic community that already have the talent to produce compelling content of their own. I would warmly encourage them to continue to use and develop these talents."
With 54 films, we saw the largest entry yet in the Youth category and the jury found it very hard to narrow down their selections. A number of Highland Schools prevailed however, with Dingwall Academy, Gairloch High School, Tain Royal Academy, Lochaber High School, Mallaig High School and Ardnamurchan High School all making the final cut with films ranging from modern interpretations of historical myths to the classic 'whodunit' detective stories.
Again this year the FilmG team have been encouraging young people to make films without the support of their school. Two of these youngsters that have been shortlisted are from Skye. Ross McKenzie from Sleat wrote, shot and starred in his own mini gangster film, 'An t-Sireadh' (The Search). He has been shortlisted for both Best Young Filmmaker and Best Mobile Short. Alice Dickson, from Braes, also made the shortlist for Best Young Filmmaker with her documentary 'A' Cumail Gàidhlig Beò' (Keeping Gaelic Alive). She interviewed local Gaelic speakers about the importance of the language today.
In the Open category, Kirsty Scott, a teacher at Bun Sgoil Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis has also made an impact. Her film, which she made with her primary seven class, has been shortlisted for the Best Community Film, the Best Drama and the lead actress, Kirsty O' Reilly, has also been shortlisted for her performance in the film.
Councillor Hamish Fraser, Chair of The Highland Council's Gaelic Implementation Group said, "I'd like to congratulate all the schools in the Highlands who are in the finals. It is terrific to realise how much creative talent exists in communities across Scotland, particularly amongst the young people. The organisers should also be congratulated for providing this wonderful opportunity for those studying Gaelic to showcase their work so professionally, and also to recognise the rich value of our Gaelic heritage within the creative industries.
"Promoting the Arts, Media and Heritage is one of the strategic aims of our Councils Gaelic Language Plan as we recognise they add value and strengthen linguistic development across all ages and generations in our communities. I am sure people taking part feel inspired and look forward to next year's event."
All the shortlists are now available online on the FilmG website, where you can also view all the entries in this year's competition. The winners will be announced at the prestigious FilmG awards ceremony taking place at the Old Fruitmarket in Glasgow on Friday 19 February. Keep an eye on social media for information about tickets.


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The country is home to the sanctuary of Ashabi-Kahf. In Arabic, Ashabi-Kahf means "The Cave Possessors." Azerbaijan has some real friends on the globe who have stood with it in times of need like Pakistan It is located in a natural cave in the eastern part of the city of Nakhchivan. The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic is a part of Azerbaijan, and its capital is Nakhchivan City. There are no land routes from Baku to Nakhchivan because Armenia is in the middle of the two while Azerbaijan and Armenia have a territorial conflict. Since ancient times, Ashabi-Kahf is considered a sacred place where seven men, also known as the "men of Angelos" or seven sleepers, who slept in the cave for centuries before waking up again. The country is also the sacred resting ground for Prophet Noah, which is visited by many tourists. The current mausoleum was built in 2006. There is a ladder leading to a burial vault. There is a stone column in the middle of the vault. They say the relics of Noah are under this column. A portrait describing the mausoleum of Noah 100 years ago painted by Bahruz Kangarli is also saved in the National Art Museum of Azerbaijan. It is still unclear where exactly Prophet Noah is resting as many sites claim to be having the Tomb of Prophet Noah like Imam Ali Mosque in Najaf, Iran; in Al-Karak, Jordan; in Karak Nuh, Lebanon, and in Cizre, Turkey. Among other architectural treasures are Quadrangular Castle in Mardakan, Parigala, several bridges spanning the Aras River and many mausoleums. Baku Old City, within the gates along with its Maiden Tower, dates back to the 11th century. The most recent architectural monuments are the Baku subways, noted for their lavish decor. Other contemporary architectures like Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, Flame Towers, Baku Crystal Hall, Baku White City and SOCAR Tower have transformed the country's skyline and promote its contemporary identity. The constitution of Azerbaijan is also an exemplary aspect of the country as it highlights some of the most integral laws that have been laid down without any change since its genesis within the country's legislature. The Preamble to the Constitution specifies to provide prosperity and welfare of the whole society and every individual while maintaining a secular civil society, which observes all human values. The writer is a television presenter and producer at Hum News. She is an International Alumni Ambassador for Manchester Metropolitan University, the UK.


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This time around, MotoGP™'s #WomenInMotoGP series focuses on Raffaella Gianolla, the only female photographer who goes to every event on the Championship calendar – from winter tests to each and every Grand Prix, plus many a pre-event in between. From her time studying to her subsequent professional life, Raffaella has gained experience in many different sectors because, as she says herself, "you must never stop being curious."
Raffaella's story begins in Venice, her hometown, where she began working as an archive photographer for the university's Institute of Architecture at the end of the 90s. It was a job she found to maintain her passion for photography, inherited from her father, whilst at the same time serving to widen her horizons when it came to architecture.
"The salary wasn't enough to support me on its own," she remembers, "so I began creating websites and that's how I ended up getting in touch with some of the riders taking part in local championships, which later led me to meet some of the protagonists at world level like Gino Borsoi and Lucio Cecchinello."
Bikes weren't a big passion for her at the time, but the chance of going to the tracks was something that immediately peaked her interest. "I started out helping Lucio with some of the passes, and sometimes I would even help his sister out in the kitchen at races!"
2003 then saw a big change occur in Raffaella's life. "That year, Gino Borsoi asked me if I'd be interested in becoming team coordinator in the project he was putting together." And so she did, taking on the role of Team Coordinator for Aprilia Globet Racing.
It was an interesting proposal, but it meant Raffaella had to leave the university and a permanent work contract to dive into a world where "you must continually question yourself, because in November every year it all ends and you have to secure a place in a team for the following season." Leaving stability and a safe job behind, it was heading into an unkown. But it was also an ideal opportunity for Raffaella to devote time to one of her other greatest passions as well: travel.
"I had worked closed between four walls for 16 years and I needed something different. Working at the university was certainly intellectually stimulating, I was in constant contact with professors at one of the most prestigious universities in Italy, but I needed to travel and get to know the world away from the palazzi. That's what this opportunity offered me and I took it in a heartbeat. Then I found out that the paddock is full of adrenaline and always interesting, it's a place where I can learn something new every day. That's why, 18 years later, I'm still here!"
After accepting the offer from Gino Borsoi, Raffaella didn't know that another twist was waiting just around the corner to change her life once again. "In 2006, one of the sponsors of the team I worked for at the time introduced me to Mirco Lazzari, who'd been a photographer in the World Championship for years. And that's how, in 2012, Mirco and I, along with the sponsor who had introduced us, founded Mirco Lazzari srl, the company I work for now as a photographer and where I also organise the logistics and travel for Mirco and I to get to all the events on the calendar."
And so, Raffaella made her profession her passion, that passion something that had been with her since she was little when she'd sneak away with her father's camera to train her eye.
Now, her goal is capturing the poetry of the paddock all over the world. "Photography, for me, means conveying the emotions that teams and riders feel, and not just when they win. Every time, with my photos, I try to convey the tension, concentration, adrenaline that is felt over a weekend. Being able to convey, for example, what's in a look shared between a mechanic and a rider is what I find most gratifying."
Raffaella recounts, through her photos, life in pitlane during the weekend. But if she's asked which is the most beautiful photo she's taken, the answer leaves no room for hesitation: " One I've not taken yet." The human aspect and the relationships forged with other people in the paddock are the most fascinating part of a life spent travelling to different tracks around the world. "Friendships are always created, both with the riders and with the other team members. Both as a photographer and as a team coordinator I think it is very important to be sensitive and establish relationships with them, because if they can see the respect you have for them, when they can they leave you space and that allows you to get a different photo to everyone else. You have to know them and understand them to know when it's the right time to approach them."
Raffaella's first forays into the world of motorcycling brought a few challenges because, as she says: "In the past, women were more seen as being there for the image, so building your identity and getting respected was sometimes more difficult. Now though it's a lot easier to be respected because there are a lot of women working in many different areas." That metamorphosis is based on merit, according to Raffaella: "As a woman, especially when I started, you had to work three times harder than a man. Today it's much less marked, but I think the change occurred because there were people within the teams and institutions who believed in the skills of the women who were part of this world. I noticed that, in the end, those who deserved it really got to where they wanted."
As one of the #WomenInMotoGP, Raffaella's advice for girls and women who want to become part of this world is clear and simple: "Believe in it, and keep trying. I think it's important to understand what your strengths are and to develop them in order to approach it with specific skills that allow you to make a difference. And never believe gossip or the naysayers, just listen to what your heart says."
And finally, if she could give her teenage self some advice? "I'd tell her to study languages because they're always helpful, from both a professional point of view and a human point of view. Being able to communicate with people from other cultures opens up your horizons."
Sound advice. So as we wait for Raffaella's best photo – the one she says she's yet to take – save the date for the next article celebrating the #WomenInMotoGP on the 8th of May.


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Cloud Analytics with AWS EMR and Kinesis
Course Summary
Amazon Kinesis services make it easy to work with real-time streaming data in the AWS cloud
Course Description
Amazon Kinesis is a platform for streaming data on AWS, offering powerful services to make it easy to load and analyze streaming data, and also providing the ability for you to build custom streaming data applications for specialized needs. Web applications, mobile devices, wearables, industrial sensors, and many software applications and services can generate staggering amounts of streaming data – sometimes TBs per hour – that need to be collected, stored, and processed continuously. Amazon Kinesis services enable you to do that simply and at a low cost.


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This 2-hour workshop is specially designed for individuals that are continuously giving of themselves to others. You will be encouraged to identify and process compassion fatigue by using color and painting as a vehicle for expression.
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MILFORD — The winningest season in Woodland volleyball history came to an end last Friday in the Class M quarterfinals, as the fifth-seeded Hawks dropped a 3-1 (25-12, 25-16, 23-25, 25-22) decision to fourth-seeded Jonathan Law.
As indicated by the scores, the first two games swung all the momentum in the favor of Jonathan Law, which lost only two matches during the regular season. Woodland junior Jessica Patrizi summed up simply the opening two frames as "really bad."
"We were adjusting to Law, and it was just something you wish you could forget," said Patrizi, who led her team once again with 21 assists to go with seven digs and two kills.
"They were a very good team, and their defense was able to pick up a lot of our hits," added senior Emily Hutvagner, who made six kills, two assists, and two blocks.
Law looked as though it was going to run away with the third game as well, leading 11-1 with all the momentum it could ask for. But the Hawks clawed away and, with a few key service runs, rallied to win the game, 25-23, and extend their tournament lives.
Woodland maintained some momentum into game four, holding an early lead that dwindled as time went on. Patrizi attributed the Hawks' eventual 25-22 collapse in the game to mounting pressure.
"I think we saw we were in the lead, and then we felt the pressure," she said. "It was one of those times when nobody wanted to be the one to make the mistake."
In their final match as seniors, Erika Barnett tallied six kills and two blocks and Steph Badale notched 14 digs and six kills.
Despite the loss, Woodland finished with a school-record 20 wins against just three losses, including its second Naugatuck Valley League championship in three years and the farthest state tournament run in program history, besting the previous mark of reaching the second round.
"I definitely think the season was really successful," Hutvagner said. "We enjoyed it a lot because we all became really close and loved playing together. Our goal was to take it one match at a time, and I think we really came out and accomplished a lot, but I do believe we still could have had a couple matches to play."
"We definitely wanted to go farther in states, but on the whole, we lived up to our expectations," Patrizi added. "We wanted to win the Brass Division, the NVL, and states. We came close to winning the Brass and won NVLs, so we did very well. Even though we lost in states, we made it to the quarterfinals, and that's the farthest Woodland volleyball has ever gotten in states. I think that's an accomplishment."


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The Boston Celtics will make their return to the NBA playoffs this weekend when they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in the opening game of their first-round series as heavy 10 1/2-point underdogs at sportsbooks monitored by OddsShark.com.
The Celtics locked themselves in as the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference with their hard-fought 95-93 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night, picking up the win that determined their own destiny on a Jae Crowder fall-away shot with less than one second remaining.
The club followed up with a solid 105-100 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in their regular season finale, extending their current winning streak to six games, both straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS).
Boston also enters Sunday afternoon's Celtics vs. Cavaliers Game 1 matchup at Quicken Loans Arena gunning for a third consecutive SU win over Cleveland after topping the Cavaliers in both halves of a home-and-home series last weekend.
However, with the Cavaliers already locked in to the No. 2 seed in the conference, starters including LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love saw little or no playing time in those contests, explaining the heavy 10 1/2-point spread which favored the Celtics when the two clubs met this past Sunday.
Overall, the Celtics have enjoyed success against Cleveland in recent years, going 14-6 SU in their last 20 meetings, and 11-9 ATS, according to the OddsShark NBA Database. More recently, Boston has proven to be a solid bet when facing the Cavaliers, going 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings.
Boston now must face a Cleveland squad that has been dominant on its home court, going 20-1 SU in their last 21 at home, with their only loss coming in last weekend's matchup with the Celtics.
However, the Cavaliers failed to reward bettors down the stretch, going 2-7 ATS at the sportsbooks over their final nine games, and 3-6 ATS in their last nine games on home court.
Cleveland also has been a middling bet of late when pegged as double-digit favorites, going 2-3 ATS in their last five after crushing weaker opponents with seven ATS wins in the previous eight while favored by 10 or more points.
Conversely, the Celtics have been among the best bets on the NBA odds at the sportsbooks all season, posting a 49-33 ATS record including an impressive 31-13 ATS run since mid-January, and are 9-2 SU and ATS in their last 11 road games including seven SU wins while pegged as the underdogs.
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Port Plunder
From A Wiki of Ice and Fire
Port Plunder is a famous pirate lair in the Basilisk Isles, celebrated in songs and stories. It can't be found on any map, however, for the reason that there has been at least a dozen Port Plunders on as many of the Basilisks. Whenever one is destroyed or abandoned, another is founded, only to be destroyed or abandoned in turn.[1]
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Plans revealed for rebuilding of Royal Clarence hotel facade
The new façade of the Royal Clarence hotel in Exeter, which was destroyed by a devastating fire last year, will be as true as possible to the original.
Plans for the external frontage of the building overlooking Cathedral Green will be unveiled tomorrow at a public consultation. Andrew Brownsword Hotels, the owner, has worked with Historic England and Exeter City Council to preserve surviving historical and architectural features of the Grade II-listed, largely 18th century building.
Restored features will include distinctive iron work and stained glass windows. Meanwhile, the interior of the hotel is currently in the process of being designed.
Believed to be one of England's oldest hotels, the four-AA-star, 53-bedroom Royal Clarence, which operated as the Abode Exeter, was demolished following the fire, which broke out in an adjacent art gallery in the early hours of 28 October.
No-one was injured in the blaze which was the largest fire in Exeter since the Second World War.
Andrew Brownsword described the publication of the plans as "a wonderful moment, after the initial heartbreak and months of deconstruction".
He continued: "As we said at the time of the fire, our aim has always been to preserve as many surviving features of historic and architectural importance as we can and, where possible, incorporate them into the rebuild. I'm delighted with the proposed new façade and we look forward to hearing comments from the people of Exeter and to restoring our corner of Cathedral Green back to its former glory."
David Shatwell, director of architects Buttress, added: "Having taken every effort to stabilise the building, save as much as possible of what remains and prepare detailed research into the history of the building, parts of which date from the 16th century, we are delighted to now be taking the first steps toward rebuilding this beautiful building".
The external plans of the Royal Clarence will be available for viewing at St Martins Church in Cathedral Close, from 2 to 8pm, tomorrow.
It is hoped that the hotel will reopen in 2019.
History of the Royal Clarence hotel published >>
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From the FanPosts. Tweaked the title a touch. -Primetime
From the Atlanta Journal Constitution:
"The word is Matthew Stafford isn't going to workout. I hope he changes his mind. The league wants to see him handle a big NFL stage, not some controlled workout at his Pro Day in familiar surroundings. You want folks to drop millions in your pocket and you don't want to work out?"
Does this mean he has the ultimate confidence in being drafted by Detroit?
I have no idea why he would avoid showing off his arm unless he already knew where he was going. Interesting to note that even JaMarcus Russell, who was assumed in almost all mock drafts to be going to Oakland, worked out.
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"Find something you are passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it." -Julia Child
In order to remain abreast of key trends, innovations and guiding principles for the North American Architecture industry in 2014, 2015 and beyond, the Chmiel Architects team actively participates in a number of industry lead events.
In May, Chmiel Architects Associate Elaine Yee attended the Banff Sessions 2014: Beyond Boundaries, an event that brings together architecture and interior design. The keynote speakers were the highlight of the 2 day event. Presentations ranged from "big" architects, such as Kai-Uwe Bergmann from Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) to "tiny" architects, such as Andreas Gjertsen from TYIN tegnestue Architects. The "big" spoke about inspiring leading edge interventions for institutional and large scale urban planning projects, while the "tiny" spoke about projects completed (designed and built by the architect, with local volunteers) in situ in poor and underdeveloped countries, with almost no budget, but nonetheless, equally inspiring.
In June, Richard Chmiel attended the 2014 AIA National Convention in Chicago, participating in a number of key industry events, gaining a clear understanding of numerous anticipated insights such as the opportunity to positively influence public health through mindful and sustainable architecture and design practices applied to public spaces and using architecture to fight climate change and new ways that sustainable buildings must serve their communities.
Richard visited a number of interesting architectural spaces as part of his convention experience. Two notable visits included the Art Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Tribune Tower.
Originally constructed in 1893 for the World Columbia Exposition, in 2006, the Art Institute began construction of "The Modern Wing", which was designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect Renzo Piano, and was completed and officially opened to the public on May 16, 2009. The 264,000-square-foot (24,500 m2) building houses the museum's world-renowned collections of 20th- and 21st-century art, specifically modern European painting and sculpture, contemporary art, architecture and design, and photography.
The delicate structural frame of the addition is a sparkling counterpart to the museum's 1893 Beaux Arts building in a play between modernism and classical themes both at the exterior and within the museum proper. The light-filled galleries are beautifully proportioned and show the Art Institute's marvelous collections in their full glory and covered with fritted screens which provide a soft intimacy between art and viewer.
In 1922 the Chicago Tribune hosted an international design competition for its new headquarters, and the winner was a neo-Gothic design by New York architects John Mead Howells and Raymond Hood, with buttresses near the top. One of the events of the convention included dinner and a networking event under the gothic buttresses of the 24th floor. Pretty cool space.
In December of this year, the Chmiel Architects team will attend IIDEX Canada in Toronto. IIDEX is Canada's National Design and Architecture Expo, bringing the design and architecture communities together for a networking and education event that enriches acumen and best practices.


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Engines Off: Canceled Iconic F1 Race Dents Monaco's Prestige
Casino wheels have stopped turning, the Champagne is stuck on ice, and yachts bob silently in the famous harbor.
Turkey Sends Medical Equipment to Help US Fight Virus
Turkey has dispatched a planeload of personal protective equipment to support the United States as it grapples with the coronavirus outbreak.
Madagascar's President Touts Herbal Drink Against COVID-19
As their high school reopened after being closed for a month due to the coronavirus, students in Madagascar's capital city were given face masks and a small bottle of an herbal extract they were told to drink to protect them from COVID-19.
New Chance for House Democrats to Force McGahn's Testimony
The federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., is giving the House another shot at forcing former White House counsel Don McGahn to appear before Congress.
Japan Medical Assn: Tokyo Olympics Difficult Without Vaccine
The medical community in Japan is moving toward a consensus that holding next year's Tokyo Olympics may hinge on finding a coronavirus vaccine.
Tennessee Family Finds Dog 54 Days After Deadly Tornadoes
A Tennessee family was reunited with their dog nearly two months after she went missing when tornadoes ripped through their home in early March.
The Latest: Serbia to Retroactively Approve Lockdown
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
Asia Today: Surf's Up, Coffee's Ready as New Zealand Reopens
Surfers greeted a spectacular sunrise in Christchurch, construction workers purchased their favorite espresso coffees and some lawmakers returned to Parliament in New Zealand's capital, Wellington, on Tuesday as some aspects of life began returning to normal.
'Infecting Our Dreams': Pandemic Sabotages Sleep Worldwide
For millions of people around the world dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, sleep brings no relief.
The US Reopening Is Coming, but 'Normal' Is Still a Ways Off
Everyone wants to know: When, oh when, will it go back to normal?


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Confederation of British Industry is pressing the Government for a radical
rethink of plans to protect pension scheme members against company insolvency.
current Pension Protection Fund (PPF) proposals set out by the Government put
too much of the burden on business, according to the Confederation of British
Business (CBI).
the PPF proposals, people who have already retired will be guaranteed 100 per
cent of their pensions, and those in employment 90 per cent of the savings they
have built up.
UK chairman Richard Greenhalgh, who also chairs the CBI's Pension Strategy
Group, said: "Employers cannot take on an even greater role in pensions
without the Government providing effective support."
entire burden is placed on employers, while the Government refuses to share any
risk," he said. "Moreover, scheme members, as the ultimate
beneficiaries, should at least share some of the cost."
CBI say the Government must learn from the US experience of pension protection
– the US has a fund that is £8.8bn in deficit. It says ministers should:
Act as guarantor to the fund – the PPF could create a false sense of security
as a string of insolvencies could leave the fund unable to deliver. Employers
face a potentially open-ended commitment, especially damaging during a
Measure effectively the risk of company or pension scheme insolvency – business
is concerned employers with low-risk schemes will subsidise employers with
high-risk schemes. As suggested, the levy only looks at risk of under-funding,
not risk of company insolvency.
Give employers the option to ask employees to share the burden – the CBI says
the Government must make pensions a shared responsibility. The Government
should allow firms the option to charge scheme members by deducting money from
pensions or pay.
The CBI also wants the Government to cap the levy, saying it should not
increase by more than the rate of inflation. This would give employers greater
certainty over cost and prevent the levy becoming "a bottomless pit".


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Walton Console Table
The Walton console table is upholstered in a beautiful textured dry grey oak. The Walton is a statement piece of furniture that can be showcased in the living area of your home. The console has a drawer, which can be used for storage. The Walton console table can help achieve the perfect finish in any home. The Walton console coordinates perfectly with the Walton sideboard and media unit, to finish the Walton look off entirely.
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October 2, 2012
Vikings rising in Week 5 power rankings
NFL power rankings, Week 5: Vikings nearing Top 10
October 1, 2012
Vikings vs. Lions: Five Game-Chaning Plays
The Minnesota Vikings are 3-1 after beating the Lions to end a long divisional losing streak. SB Nation Minnesota looks at five key plays that tilted the game in the Vikings' favor.
October 1, 2012
Chad Greenway expects fine for Calvin Johnson hit
Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway expects to be fined for the hit he laid upon Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson on Sunday.
October 1, 2012
Jenkins needs x-rays for rib injury
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Michael Jenkins suffered a rib injury in Sunday's win over the Detroit Lions. He returned to the game, but he will have x-rays taken this week.
October 1, 2012
Adrian Peterson thinks he can still get better
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson feels like he still has room to get better as he returns from a torn ACL.
October 1, 2012
Special teams and defense lead Vikings past Lions
The Vikings' offense struggled Sunday, but the defense and special teams played valiantly to push Minnesota past the Detroit Lions, 20-13
September 30, 2012
Vikings at Lions: Minnesota Beats Detroit, 20-13
The Vikings went into Ford Field and defeated the Detroit Lions, moving their record to 3-1 and into first place in the NFC North.
September 30, 2012
Vikings At Lions: Stafford Scores For Detroit
Matthew Stafford has scored the game's first offensive touchdown on a quarterback sneak, and the Minnesota lead is down to 20-13.
September 30, 2012
Video of Marcus Sherels punt return touchdown
Check out Marcus Sherels' first career punt return touchdown!
September 30, 2012
Vikings At Lions: Sherels Channels Harvin
Marcus Sherels' 77-yard punt return for a touchdown has given the Vikings a 20-6 lead over the Detroit Lions.
September 30, 2012
Vikings At Lions: Jason Hanson With Another Three
Jason Hanson's 31-yard field goal has cut the score to 13-6 in favor of the Minnesota Vikings.
September 30, 2012
Vikings At Lions: Walsh Adds Three More
A 27-yard field goal by Blair Walsh has made the score 13-3 in favor of the Vikings.
September 30, 2012
Vikings At Lions: Walsh Field Goal Makes In 10-3
A 49-yard field goal from Blair Walsh has put the Minnesota Vikings lead back to seven against the Detroit Lions at 10-3.
September 30, 2012
ANIMATION: Harvin's 105-Yard Kick Return TD
Check out Percy Harvin's touchdown return on the opening kickoff against the Detroit Lions.
September 30, 2012
Hanson's Field Goal Makes It 7-3
A 40-yard field goal from Jason Hanson has made the score at Ford Field 7-3.
September 30, 2012
Percy Harvin Gives Vikings Early Lead
A 105-yard kickoff return has put the Vikings on top of the Detroit Lions early.
September 30, 2012
Minnesota Vikings Vs. Detroit Lions Preview
The Minnesota Vikings look to end their three-game losing streak to the Detroit Lions at 1 p.m. Sunday.
September 29, 2012
SB Nation Minnesota Week Four NFL Picks
We had a winning record last week. Can we keep the momentum going as we go into Week Four?
September 28, 2012
Christian Ponder probable for Vikings-Lions
The Minnesota Vikings released the injury report for their upcoming game against the Detroit Lions. Quarterback Christian Ponder is listed as probable.
September 28, 2012
Vikings have lost 11 straight games in NFC North
The Minnesota Vikings have an 11-game losing streak against NFC North opponents, so Adrian Peterson knows it's time to end that dubious string of failure.
September 28, 2012
Vikings LB Erin Henderson still on the mend
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Erin Henderson suffered a concussion during the team's Week 2 loss to the Indianapolis Colts and did not play in Week 3, but he hopes to get back on the field against the Detroit Lions.
September 28, 2012
Adrian Peterson is ready for more carries
Adrian Peterson feels like he's healthy enough to see an increased load in Week 4 of the NFL season.
September 28, 2012
WR Jerome Simpson returns from suspension
The Minnesota Vikings made room for Jerome Simpson to return after serving his three-game suspension by waiving Allen Reisner on Thursday.
September 28, 2012
Christian Ponder dealing with neck issue
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder is listed on the injury report with a neck issue, but he is expected to play in Week 4 against the Detroit Lions.


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The Notre Dame Fire and the Paris Phoenix
Part of our team lives in Paris and we cherish the city.
The notion of the iconic and beloved Notre Dame burning is a tragedy of the first order.
But Paris and its citizens will ensure that the Cathedral rises again.
Paris is a Phoenix bird after all.
The article by Michel Gurfinkiel published on April 15, 2019 captured the moment:
In emotional terms, the fire that destroyed Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris can be described as the 9/11 of France. No matter what the cause may turn out to be. Like New York, which even in periods of war was supposed to be immune from foreign attacks, Paris was supposed to be spared irretrievable catastrophes, either civilian or military.
That ended for New York in 2001. The last time the capital of France suffered wide range destruction was the Franco-Prussian war of 1870 and 1871 and its revolutionary sequel, the Commune of Paris, which scorched the Royal Palace of Tuileries and of City Hall.
In 1918, the last year of World War I, German artillery did find its mark in Paris, most notably in the Marais district. Unlike London, Berlin, Warsaw, or Florence, Paris "did not burn" during World War II. The result was that most Parisians indulged throughout the second half of the 20th century and the first two decades of the 21st in the fallacy that their city was too beautiful, too "historical," too much a part of Unesco's World Heritage, to be struck.
Time and again, Parisians were reminded that things could go the other way, after all. There were riots, terrorist attacks, bombings. But Paris itself seemed to be immortal. People started to wake up for real after the Islamist killing spree of November 2015, at the Bataclan theatre and other places. More recently, there was a succession of frightening scenes in the wake of the recent Yellow Vests' protest: the Arch of Triumph defaced, the Champs-Elysées' shops and restaurants torched. And now, Notre-Dame was aflame.
From my window, I could see a pillar of black and reddish smoke rising above the roofs, a helicopter circling above the fire. The iron spire, a 19th century addition to the Gothic church, collapsed all of sudden — evincing gasps of horror not only in Paris but around the world. Much like the moment when Twin Towers of the World Trade Center suddenly came down. Today the whole of France, the whole world trembled as the scale of what was happening sunk in.
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Many of Charles Dickens' most famous works contain references to the legal profession, often in an unflattering way. The reason? Dickens himself worked as a solicitor's clerk and had many dealings with the profession.
"Please sir, I want some law." Okay, okay, we know that Oliver Twist was asking for more porridge and not for a more detailed overview of the Victorian legal system. However, there is a point behind this (admittedly groan-inducing) pun, as there are some interesting links between the legal profession and Charles Dickens. In 1828, a fresh-faced Dickens landed a stint as a solicitor's clerk at the law firm Tweedie & Prideaux, which would later become Veale Wasbrough Vizards. As far as we can tell, his tasks included keeping the petty cash fund, delivering documents and running errands. He learned shorthand in his spare time and eventually left to become a freelance reporter before starting to write fiction.
It's believed that some of Dickens' characters were based upon clients of the firm. Certainly his first-hand experience of the legal sector is evident in many of his books.His first novel, The Pickwick Papers, features the famous court hearing of Bardell v Pickwick (represented by Messrs Dodson and Fogg), in which, due to a misunderstanding, Mr Pickwick's landlady Mrs Bardell sues him for a breach of promise to marry her. His most autobiographical novel, David Copperfield, follows the eponymous protagonist's social climbing as he trains as a lawyer in London, and it also features the scheming clerk Uriah Heep. Other notable lawyers in Dickens' novels include the two-faced Mr Jaggers in Great Expectations and the menacing Mr Tulkinghorn in Bleak House.
As you can tell from the examples above, Dickens was not exactly complimentary about the profession. He often portrayed lawyers as dishonest and socially awkward, and in Oliver Twist you'll find this not-so-flattering assessment of the law: "'If the law supposes that,' said Mr Bumble, 'the law is an ass – an idiot. If that's the eye of the law, the law is a bachelor; and the worst I wish the law is that his eye may be opened by experience – by experience.'"
Nevertheless, the legal world was heavily influential in shaping both his books and his life. In the late 1850s, Dickens began an adulterous affair with an 18-year-old actress, Ellen Lawless Ternan, and the fallout from it required some sterling legal advice – the kind that could only be administered by Farrer & Co's leading lawyer, Frederic Ouvry. The need for Ouvry arose when a London jeweller made the age-old mistake of delivering a gold bracelet to Dickens' wife,Catherine,and not to the intended recipient, Ellen. Catherine put two and two together and accused Dickens of infidelity: enter the proposed solution of a separation and accompanying settlement, which would have to be undertaken at Dickens' discretion.
A letter from Dickens to Ouvry discussing Catherine's settlement was recently discovered between the leaves of a family Bible. "We must come off for a payment of Six Hundred a year, including everything. This will keep her Brougham quite as well she has ever had it kept, and will do all she wants, I am sure." A condition of the settlement required her more outspoken relatives, who knew all about the affair, to sign the Victorian equivalent of a gagging order, thereby retracting all criticism of Dickens's sexual behaviour: "We solemnly declare that we now disbelieve such statements...We know that these are not believed by Mrs Dickens and we pledge ourselves on all occasions to contradict them as entirely destitute of foundation." As a former clerk, Dickens was not above correcting clauses in Ouvry's legal documents and took an especially active part in drafting this statement, revising Ouvry's version to suggest that the relatives had been spreading scurrilous rumours deliberately.
Dickens' working relationship with Ouvry eventually blossomed into intimate friendship. As one Farrer trainee casually noted, "every so often they find a bit more of Charles Dickens' correspondence [with Ouvry]." The author also enshrined his solicitor in literary history, as the character Mr Undery in a ghost story that appeared in the Victorian literary rag, All the Year Round.
Charles Dickens' links to the law are fascinating, but be careful what you say about them to any long-established law firms in an official context. Firms are not likely to appreciate being thought of as 'Dickensian'.


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"Book Journey".
It's a great way to start the week and
find out what other bloggers are reading.
My To-Be-Read pile has grown to an
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Murderous Matrimony (Renaissance Faire Mystery)
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The Quotient of Murder (Professor Sophie Knowles)
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A Basket of Trouble (A Claire Hanover Mystery)
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Grounds for Murder: A Maggy Thorsen Mystery (Maggy Thorsen Mysteries)
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Hero's Journey (Novella) (A Sweet Pepper Fire Brigade)
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Merry Market Murder (A Farmers' Market Mystery)
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Many people purchase life insurance to help secure the financial stability of their loved ones after their death. In most cases, you must submit to a medical exam to buy a life insurance policy because the insurance
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No medical exam life insurance is often marketed as affordable, convenient, and fast. While this is somewhat true, it is still not the right solution for everyone. Only certain people will genuinely benefit from purchasing no exam life insurance.
If you have a chronic health condition like diabetes that is not under control, purchasing life insurance can be expensive or impossible. You may be able to purchase guaranteed issue life insurance in these cases.
If you cannot wait to purchase a fully underwritten policy, no exam life insurance may be a good option. These policies can sometimes be issued in as little as a few days. Suppose you have a risky occupation or participate in a dangerous hobby. In that case, you might have a tough time getting life insurance that utilizes a complete underwriting process, even if
you are healthy.
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If you have health problems and your employer does not offer group life insurance, no exam life insurance may be a good option for you. Employer-provided life insurance is usually obtainable even for those with health problems, and it is generally very affordable for lesser amounts of coverage. But if you lose your job or your employer stops offering the coverage, you may be a suitable candidate for no medical exam life insurance if you have no other options. If these circumstances do not apply to you, and you want to provide for more than just final expenses, no medical exam life insurance is probably not for you. Young, healthy individuals with families typically need enough life insurance coverage to pay off a home mortgage and other outstanding debt and provide some income replacement for their spouse and children.
You may also want life insurance to fund your children's education and other future. Under most circumstances, submitting to the medical tests and underwriting process will be the best option for obtaining appropriate life insurance to achieve your goals and give you peace of mind.
What is life insurance?
Life insurance is a contract between an insurance policyholder (you) and an insurer where the insurer will pay a designated beneficiary a sum of money upon the insured person's death. Diverse life insurance types depend on your specific needs, including term life insurance, permanent life insurance, accidental death insurance, and more.
Why do I need life insurance?
A death in the family is not only emotionally tragic; it can also take a tremendous toll on future financial security. Suddenly, paying the mortgage or providing for a child's college education may become much more difficult. Those who decide to buy life insurance do so to help ensure their loved ones are financially cared for.
What if I already have insurance coverage?
If you already have a life insurance policy, it's a smart idea to review it every few years to make sure it still meets your needs.
Check to make sure all beneficiaries and other information are current. It might be time to speak to a licensed agent if you:
Were recently married or divorced.
Have a child or grandchild who was recently born or adopted.
Provide care or financial help to a child or parent.
Need to help or long-term care for a loved one.
Purchased a new home recently.
Have children or grandchildren who are about to enter college.
You refinanced your home mortgage in the past six months.
Received an inheritance.
Retired or your spouse has retired.
Started a business.
Term Life Insurance:
Term Insurance is the simplest form of life insurance. It pays only if death occurs during the policy term, usually from one to 30 years. Most term policies have no other benefit provisions. There are two basic types of term life insurance policies: level term and decreasing term.
Level term means that the death benefit stays the same throughout the policy.
Decreasing term means that the death benefit drops, usually in one-year increments, over the policy's term.
Whole Life/Permanent Life Insurance:
Whole life or permanent insurance pays a death benefit whenever you die—even if you live to 100! There are three major types of whole life or permanent life insurance—whole traditional life, universal life, and variable universal life, and there are variations within each type.
In the case of traditional whole life, both the death benefit and the premium are designed to stay the same (level) throughout the policy's life. The cost per $1,000 of benefit increases as the insured person ages, and it gets very high when the insured lives to 80 and beyond. The insurance company could charge a premium that increases each year, but that would make it very hard for most people to afford life insurance at advanced ages. So the company keeps the premium level by charging a premium that, in the early years, is higher than what's needed to pay claims, investing that money, and then using it to supplement the level premium to help pay the cost of life insurance for older people.
By law, when these "overpayments" reach a certain amount, they must be available to the policyholder as a cash value if he or she decides not to continue with the original plan. The cash value is an alternative, not an additional benefit under the policy.
What are the benefits of term life insurance?
Term life insurance is life insurance coverage designed to be purchased for a specific time, typically between 10 and 30 years. Term life insurance is an affordable way to get maximum coverage throughout that time frame. It is so excellent for covering specific financial responsibilities, such as paying for a mortgage or saving for college expenses.
How much life insurance do I need?
Consider what your spouse and dependents need to cover day-to-day bills and more considerable expenses, live comfortably, and have financial stability. Don't forget to include savings for college and retirement. Also, consider the effect of inflation over time; the amount needed for college, say, twenty years from now, is likely to be significantly higher than today. Please speak with one of our licensed agents for a complete evaluation of your needs.
To keep your premiums as low as possible and save money in the long run, buy it now. Premiums for the same coverage generally increase the older you become. And the longer you wait, the more you risk developing a health condition that could increase your premium further or make you uninsurable.
If you want permanent life, but you're on a budget, consider some terms for now. You can save money initially by buying some term life in combination with permanent life. Then later, if your budget increases, consider converting the term policy to permanent life.
Consider group life insurance offered through your employer. It may be available at a relatively low cost. But keep in mind that your group coverage may end or become more expensive when you leave your job or as you get older.
How many years should I choose for my policy?
It depends. The period you'll need coverage for should be the main factor. For example, if you have young children, you may want to consider 20 or 30 years of term life coverage to help your children for college or other future financial endeavors. On the other hand, if your children are out of college and supporting themselves, a shorter coverage period might suit your needs better.
Can my health affect the price of my life insurance policy?
It depends on the type of life insurance policy. Some plans offer Guaranteed Acceptance Whole Life Insurance, which is guaranteed acceptance-no medical questions or health exams. Depending on your health status, we will provide you with a fair price for the risk that they take on when providing you with coverage (assuming you qualify for coverage). For example, there will be a difference in a heavy smoker's policies than the same person who has never smoked.
Who can I contact to learn more about life insurance?
Speak with one of our agents at (720) 744-0065. As an independent broker, it is our job to explore your needs and budget and find the best available Life Insurance policy.
Source: Insurance Information Institute
Policy Owner:
The policy owner is the person who owns the life insurance policy. In many cases, the policy owner is also the person who is insured by the policy. However, the policy owner may also be a relative of the insured, a trust, partnership, or a corporation.
A beneficiary is a person(s) selected by the policy owner to receive the life insurance payments upon the insured's death.
Premiums are the payments made to the insurance company to purchase and keep a policy active.
Death Benefit: A death benefit is an amount paid to the beneficiary at the time of the insured's death.
Face Amount: The policy's face amount is the death benefit, as stated in the policy. This does not include additional amounts that the policy may provide.
Insured/insured life:
Insurability refers to how likely an applicant is to be offered coverage based on current health, medical background, family history, and other factors.
Final Expense Insurance FAQ
What is Final Expense / Burial / Funeral Insurance?
Life insurance is a contract between an insurance policyholder (you) and an insurer where the insurer will pay a designated beneficiary a sum of money upon the insured person's death. Diverse life insurance types depend on your specific needs, including term life insurance, permanent life insurance, accidental death insurance, and more.
Who Needs Final Expense Insurance?
It depends on person to person. Both individuals with or without life insurance can benefit from Final Expense Insurance. If you are 40+ years old and don't have any life insurance, you probably consider final expense insurance. Even if you have life insurance, you still run the risk of outliving your life insurance policy, in which case you should consider final expense insurance. If your family has plenty of assets (money) to work with, you can self-insurance and don't need final expense insurance.
Can I Pre-pay for My Funeral?
You certainly can, and some people do. This approach does have its advantages and disadvantages. When you pre-pay for your funeral, you get to personalize it. Plus, pre-paying will more likely prompt you to talk to your loved ones about your choices. This may give both parties more peace of mind. States have varying guidelines on funeral pre-payment. These guidelines work to prevent you from paying unscrupulous folks who can take your money and run. It helps protect you or your family from overpaying on top of what you pre-pay. Before you pre-pay, check your state guidelines for how the money will be held until your death.
Make sure you know what you're paying for. Also, check whether you get to lock in the rate for your funeral. That way, your family won't be surprised by an up-charge later. When pre-planning or making any pre-payments, be sure to keep documentation. That way, you and your loved ones will have records of what you want and what you did.
The disadvantage of pre-payment is that it's less flexible than burial insurance. If your funeral plans change or you move, you and your family may not get that money back. Even worse, the funeral parlor could go out of business, and you may lose that money entirely. Final expense insurance provides your surviving relatives with a payout they can spend anywhere. You have less control, but your family has more flexibility.
Buying a home is a significant financial commitment. Depending on the loan you choose, you might commit yourself to 30 years of payments. But what will happen to your home if you suddenly die or become too disabled to work? Mortgage protection insurance (MPI) protects homeowners from health issues, disability, job loss, and death.
MPI Death Benefit:
The mortgage company or lender is usually the beneficiary in a mortgage protection insurance policy. That means the death benefit goes straight to the mortgage lender to pay off the mortgage. As the death benefit is used to pay off your mortgage balance, in most cases, it usually decreases after the first five years of coverage to match your remaining mortgage payments. Unlike term life insurance policies, in which the death benefit stays constant unless you make changes to the policy.
MPI Term Length:
The term lengths for term life insurance policies are relatively flexible; you can usually choose term lengths in five- or ten-year intervals. Some carriers even allow custom term lengths. However, mortgage protection insurance is generally locked in at the same length of time as your mortgage itself: 15 years or 30 years. Your age may also limit your term length; for instance, some carriers' mortgage protection insurance limits you to a 15-year term if you're above age 45.
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After the success of Silver Lining Playbook, director David O. Russell is planning to get back behind the camera as quickly as possible for his next movie. The film is currently untitled, but was previously known as American Bulls**t.
Jeremy Renner, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Christian Bale, Louis C.K. and Jennifer Lawrence are already confirmed to star, and now Deadline reports they'll be joined by Alessandro Nivola (Jurassic Park III).
The movie is based on the true story of a con man (Bale) who unwillingly helped an FBI agent (Cooper) uncover a massive abscam conspiracy that spanned all across the Eastern Seaboard, and resulted in several corrupt politicians being brought down. Nivola will play Federal Prosecutor Reggio, who tried the final case in court.
It's also been revealed that the movie will have a tight production schedule, as it's yet to shoot but a December 13th, 2013 US release is already set, in the hope it will be in contention for Oscars.


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