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As Cyclone Owen rolled into the Queensland coastal town of Yeppoon, forcing us to postpone our Grace Tales shoot not once but three times, it became more ironic than frustrating.
Laureth Rumble, her husband Wayne and three children, Indio 4, Haven 2, and Steel 4 months, have endured a few cyclones in their time as island owners, including Cyclone Marcia that significantly damaged their award winning retreat on Pumpkin Island in February 2015. In March 2018, the Rumbles acquired yet another island retreat, (now newly rebuilt and called Elysian) this time on Long Island in the Whitsundays that had been rendered non-operational after cyclone Marcia and then Debbie in 2017 left it in ruins. So being well-versed in all things 'cyclonic', instead of showcasing the normally crystal blue sea, sky and sun-drenched landscape views the family's mainland home boasts, it was decided to impart what the wild and wondrous coast life can sometimes unleash – wind, rain and thunderous grey skies! When you meet Laureth it becomes instantly apparent she is acutely in- touch with the environment. She is softly spoken, calm (even during two year old meltdowns) and welcoming – an authentic earth mother. So not surprisingly the basis of her family's exclusive Island retreat business is sustainability. Her love of the ocean and nature has seen her and husband Wayne become pioneers in their field. Operating a business on an island comes with distinct challenges, especially in terms of energy, waste and water and yet they have still managed to attain Australia's highest ecotourism certification permits granted by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority in recognition of their commitment to environmental sustainability. Pumpkin Island has been awarded the Advanced Eco Tourism certification, certified by EarthCheck, recognised as a Climate Action Leader and also became the first beyond carbon neutral island in Australia. And the vision for the luxury Elysian Retreat (which launched just late January) is in line in terms of sustainability and immersion into nature including plans to install a 80kW solar farm to run the entire resort. So how does a mum of three children under that age of five also run multiple businesses while transiently moving between two islands and the mainland? We are guessing it has a lot to do with her serene temperament and the magic of living an isle life… Laureth has also kindly shared an exclusive discount to Elysian Resort for readers. Simply use the code Grace15 for a 15% discount for bookings up until February 2020 made before 31st of March 2019. Photography: Naomi Pelletier Styling & Words: Penny Hunt Make-up: Kylie Sefton @ Pro Make-up Studio Hair: Jenna Alexander @ Lock, Stock and Barrel Florals: Dee Busby @ Posey Creative: Around the Corner Creative
What are the highlights about island life?
I enjoy the pace of island life, even when we are busy, life slows down. That is an incredible experience in itself. Being surrounded by water has an extremely calming effect on me… nature, the ocean, the elements all inspire me to be more creative, less busy, live more simply, mindfully… to breathe and to be grateful.
What was your career before your children?
I've never really stopped working. But before running the islands, I worked as a conceptual multimedia designer for an ad agency with big brand clients. Before that I worked as a chef and stewardess on super yachts, an au pair for a well-known family and as an extra on music videos whilst studying.
Laureth wears Lee Matthews dress, $429; Indie wears Bonita Kaftans dress, $149 & Steal wears Jacadi bloomers.
Where were you born and raised?
I moved to Australia almost 10 years ago from Durban in South Africa. I was born in the middle of South Africa in a small town famous for its cherries and farmlands. We later moved to a small coastal town on the East Coast and apart from a few stints in London, I've never really lived away from the ocean again.
Laureth wears Lee Matthews dress, $675.
You're a very spiritual person, have you always been?
I was born and raised into a very spiritual family. I have also been heavily influenced by not only my own near-death experiences, but I've lost many dear friends from a very young age. I believe this has all contributed to my interest in healing and emotional wellness. I've attended many healing workshops, learnt about and experienced different healing techniques and methodologies and one of the most influential for me has been sound healing. There is something so simple, yet profound and transformational about sound. It has the ability to go beyond the barriers we create. One particular experience I had in Ubud during a 3-hour gong bath took me on a journey of discovery and I believe ultimately led me to many of the revelations that I would like to incorporate at Elysian. In order for other people to experience the same restoration and serenity.
SHOP: Jacadi swimsuit
What other training have you had that you will utilise at Elysian retreat?
I have always wanted to study yoga, not only the practise and asanas but the philosophy and lifestyle aspects too. I travelled to India just before we got married to do my teacher course there in an Ashram. It was one of the most incredible experiences I've had and I'm so grateful for the chance I had to do this. We spent many days in total silence and a substantial amount of time doing karma yoga. Karma yoga is the yoga of action. It's about purifying your heart by learning to act selflessly in service of others. Through karma yoga, we learn kindness and compassion without an expectation of gain. This means stepping off of the mat and into the world. It means humbling your ego, serving your community, and being part of something bigger than yourself. I also started studying Neuroenergetic Kinesiology a few years ago and find it so fascinating how our bodies can so clearly communicate the stress we experience and how this can be cleared. Coming from Africa I spent many hours in drumming circles in Cape Town and other parts in my time there. Recent research reviews indicate that drumming accelerates physical healing, boosts the immune system and produces feelings of well-being, a release of emotional trauma, and reintegration of self.
Indie wears Bonita Kaftan dress, $149.
What is the importance of sustainability?
In essence, to sustain is to continue our capacity to live life on this planet. Only a living planet can continue to sustain us. A dead one cannot. The current economic model of infinite economic growth is no longer sustainable. Paul Gilding talks about this in his the Earth is Full TEDX talk. Recently I listened to an incredible speech by 15-year-old activist Greta Thunberg who delivered a blistering speech to U.N. climate negotiators in Poland that reminded all of us that you are never too small to make a difference.
What are 3 things anyone can do to become more sustainable?
- Composting food waste, it is surprising how much it cuts down on waste to landfill
- Shop at a local farmers market as much as possible to support local businesses and families and minimise purchasing fruit and vegetables in plastic packaging. It also reduces the food miles.
- Read labels of cleaning and cosmetic products and research ingredients to ensure your home is as chemical-free as possible. This not only prevents these chemicals running into waste water systems, but your skin and respiratory system will also be better off.
What inspires you as a mother and keeps you sane?
Seeing the world through our children's eyes inspires me to show them how beautiful the world we live in is, how gratitude can transform any situation we may find ourselves in and how kindness and love is always the answer to dissolving walls and barriers. One other note, with three kids under five, a glass of wine and some precious time with other mums keeps me sane. The companionship, compassion and unspoken understanding do wonders for my soul.
You decided to have your kids close together, what are the advantages and disadvantages?
To be totally honest I am not a 100% sure right now being in the midst of it all. We are living in this total all-consuming chaos most days with moments of absolutely heart rendering, breathtaking beauty, fun and laughter. Parenting is definitely not for the faint-hearted, but I wouldn't change it for the world. I often wonder what it would have been like if they were further apart and sometimes have glimpses of that life watching friends, who have done so, but this is our family and I try to remember the crazy hard times are just that, a moment in time and everything shall pass.
What has motherhood taught you?
I thought I was a pretty patient person before I became a mother, but now I have just a totally new level of patience. And compassion…. I look at other mums and think wow, we do so much, we accomplish so much just by raising children to become decent human beings. We are capable of so much more than we think we are.
Can you share a few of your favourite eco items?
- I love the beautiful ceramic coffee cups made by Pottery for the Planet to replace disposable cups. Each cup is unique, handmade and a work of art.
- Colourful beeswax wraps you can use to replace cling film.
- Wind turbines and solar panels. I think it is pretty amazing that we can harness the energy of nature.
- Teeki Yoga Pants, made from recycled plastic bottles with awesome prints.
- Reusable water bottle with a special alkaline filter. We always try to encourage guests not to bring plastic water bottles to the Island.
Indie wears Bonita Kaftan dress, $149.
What have you created as family traditions now you're a mum?
We love packing a picnic, going for walks on the island and discovering new exciting little places to enjoy – sometimes on the rocks just above the tide exploring little rock pools, sometimes under a cave-like overhang. And sometimes it is just standing on the grassy patch looking out for turtles, dolphins or whales. It is the girls' favourite thing to pack their little backpacks full of things they will need for the adventure; magic wands, books, toy bunnies and a bow for their hair.
What makes it on to your little list of loves?
- Diving and snorkelling… being underwater is my heaven.
- I absolutely love doing things that scare me witless… bungee jumping, swimming with sharks, white river rafting down some crazy rapids and next on my list is skydiving… I'm terrified, but the fear makes me feel so alive 🙂
- Fresh, simple delicious food… Japanese cuisine has always been one of my favourites…
- My husband always plays happy music around the house and I love dancing with the girls.
- I'm also pretty sure my blood is 50% coffee!
- My favourite book of all time is the Alchemist by Pauli Coelho… I've read it many times and I love so many of the lessons in there… Like this one: The simple things are also the most extraordinary things, and only the wise can see them.
- Passionfruit caipiroskas – my all time favourite summer drink.
- When I feel a little out of sorts I listen to 528hz tracks. 528hz is the "love" frequency and known as the "miracle" tone.


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Contact Us
Join APHE for three days of professional networking and presentations that will enhance your humane education program. This is the national conference for humane educators!
We are thrilled to announce the following speakers and presentations for our conference:
A HUGE thank you to the following sponsors for making this year's conference possible:
Benefactor Level $2000
Mentor Level $1000
Supporter Level $250
Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, February 24th
12:30pm Conference Check-In @ American Theatre [446 King St, Charleston, SC 29403]
1:00pm Conference Begins
6:15pm Kickoff Mixer @ Charleston Animal Society [2455 Remount Road, N. Charleston, SC 29406]
- Bus leaves from the Hyatt at 6:00pm
Thursday, February 25th
8:30am Conference Check-In @ American Theatre [446 King St, Charleston, SC 29403]
9:00am Conference Begins
12:00pm Lunch
6:00pm Dinner and Auction @ Magnolia's Restaurant [185 E Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401]
- Bus leaves the Hyatt at 6:00pm, returns at 9:00pm
Friday, February 26th
9:00am Conference Begins @ American Theatre [446 King St, Charleston, SC 29403]
12:00pm Conference Concludes with Box Lunch
1:00pm *Optional* Excursion to the Birds of Prey [$45, See Below]
6:00pm *Optional* Excursion to a Cocktail Party at a Historic Charleston Home [Free, See Below]
We are thrilled to be holding a pre-conference workshop before the conference on Wednesday, February 24th.
Workshop Name: An introduction to evaluation for humane educators.
Presenter: Dr. Stephen Albone, Ph.D., CHES from SPANA
Summary: Most people would agree that the evaluation of educational interventions is important for all kinds of reasons. However undertaking an evaluation can be a daunting prospect. Thinking about an evaluation quickly raises many questions. What information should I collect? How will I collect it? How will I present my findings? And many other questions besides. The answers to these questions can rapidly become very technical, but that is a double edged sword. Whilst a technical evaluation can serve to make your work seem important, if it is poorly conducted it can be worse than undertaking no evaluation at all. Fortunately there are things that can be done that do not rely on a high degree of technical expertise. Learn how to avoid some common pitfalls and conduct a straightforward evaluation, the results of which can be easily communicated to an external audience.
Location: American Theatre
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 24, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
REGISTER HERE for the pre-conference workshop
Conference Registration: Conference registration includes 3 days of presentations and workshops, the mixer, the auction and dinner, and all meals during the conference. Cost is $300 ($250 for members- become a member here for $50!). NOTE: Conference registration closes on February 16th.
Register by clicking the "Register" button in the darker-shaded box in the upper left hand corner of this Web page.
Scholarships: APHE is proud to offer limited scholarships to qualified members through the Nathania Gartman Memorial Scholarship Fund. The scholarship deadline has passed for this conference.
The conference hotel is the brand new beautiful Hyatt House/Place Charleston/Historic District [560 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403], just 3 blocks* from the conference location. Breakfast is included! Our group discount is as follows:
Although the two hotels adjoin the reservation departments are separate & you must register accordingly:
For a King Studio (with queen sleeper sofa) at Hyatt House please click here and enter code G-APHE at checkout or call 843-207-2299 & mention "Assoc. of Professional Humane Educators"
For Two Queens (with queen sleeper sofa- 3rd person is $10/night) at Hyatt Place please click here and enter code G-APHE at checkout or call 843-414-4900 & mention "Assoc. of Professional Humane Educators". NOTE: Hyatt Place is sold out for Friday, February 26th.
*If there are mobility issues to get to/from the conference, please email firstname.lastname@example.com for transportation options.
Excursions: We have 2 fantastic excursions planned for conference goers - both on Friday, February 26th after the conference concludes. Luckily, they are built into the schedule so you can do both!
Center for Birds of Prey
Ideally situated on a 152-acre campus near Charleston, the center is dedicated to the study of birds and their habitats, avian welfare, and to engaging the public in important environmental issues that affect birds and humans alike. We will see the fascinating birds, watch flight demonstrations and get a behind-the-scenes tour of the medical facility.
This excursions starts Friday, February 26th at 1pm from the Hyatt and returns at 5pm.
Price: $45
Find out more about the Center for Birds of Prey.
REGISTER HERE for the Birds of Prey
Cocktail Party
Let's top off the amazing day with a complimentary cocktail party at the historical William Gibbes House. Built in 1772, it's located on Charleston's charming South Battery Street. Charleston Animal Society's Board President Elizabeth Bradham will open up her National Register Property to APHE members for a wonderful capstone cocktail party!
This excursion starts Friday, February 26th at 6pm from the Hyatt. Transportation is provided only TO the cocktail party. After the party, either walk two miles through the bustling Charleston streets back to the hotel, enjoy an evening of entertainment at one of the many establishments along the way, or take a pedicab, free trolly, or taxi. If you would like assistance in planning your return to the hotel, we are happy to help! Please email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Price: Free!
Check out the Bob Villa tour of Gibbes House.
Unfortunately, registration is closed for the Cocktail Party
Auction: Join us on February 25th for a complimentary dinner along with silent and live auctions to benefit the Nathania Gartman Memorial Scholarship Fund. Quality humane education materials as well as fun items in a range of prices will be included.
Contributions from individuals, businesses, and organizations are critical to the success of the benefit auction. The valuable and unique items contributed from around the country are what make this auction so special. APHE encourages its members to solicit donations or to donate your special purchases to help raise money for this vital cause.
- Auction Information and Donation Form
- Sample Letter to Solicit Donations
Please send any auction donations with the donation form to the following address:
Charleston Animal Society
Attn: De Daltorio
2455 Remount Rd.
North Charleston, SC 29406
If you would like to volunteer to help with setting up the auction, conducting the auction, or cleaning up after the auction, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
We have two fantastic options for exhibiting at this year's conference:
Do you have something that you would like to sell at the conference? Apply for a vendor booth! Vendor booths will be open to attendees during special exhibiting breaks. Vendor applications are due January 10th.
Sharing Corral/Poster Sessions
Do you have something you would like to share with other humane educators? Conference attendees have the opportunity to showcase their new and innovative programs, lessons and resources at the sharing corral. Participants will display information and talk to attendees during special exhibitor breaks. Sharing Corral/Poster Session applications are due January 24th.
Sharing Corral/Poster Sessions Application
Refund Policy
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Automatic program analysis and evaluation
Title | Automatic program analysis and evaluation |
Publication Type | Conference Papers |
Year of Publication | 1976 |
Authors | Zelkowitz MV |
Conference Name | Proceedings of the 2nd international conference on Software engineering |
Date Published | 1976/// |
Publisher | IEEE Computer Society Press |
Conference Location | Los Alamitos, CA, USA |
Keywords | ERRORS, Evaluation, Program complexity, Program measurement, Static and dynamic analysis |
Abstract | There is currently considerable interest in the computing community in the evaluation of computer programming. However, in order to objectively evaluate such concepts, it is necessary to undertake a thorough evaluation of the programming process itself. Most previous studies of this type have analyzed, by hand usually, a few instances of programs. This has led to some general conjectures; however, the amount of information that must be processed precludes any large scale analysis. In order to avoid this problem, an automatic data collection facility has been implemented as part of a PL/1 compiler at the University of Maryland. This system automatically collects information on each program that has been compiled - at almost no additional cost to the user of the compiler. This paper will describe the system and will evaluate some of the characteristics of some of the 25,000 programs that have been run since July, 1975. |
URL | http://dl.acm.org/citation.cfm?id=800253.807668 |


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On September 3rd, PC gamers will finally be able to try out Uplay+. Ubisoft will have over 100 games to the service. This does include premium edition of certain titles, DLC, Early Access of specific titles, newest and recent releases, back catalogue and add-on packs. If you are hesitant about the service, you can sign up now for a free trial starting on September 3rd to September 30th. Uplay+ costs $19.99 a month, and you will automatically be enrolled in beta and early access programs. Some of the games included in Uplay+ are:
- Ghost Recon: Breakpoint Gold Edition
- Watch Dogs Legion Ultimate Edition
- Far Cry New Dawn Deluxe Edition
- The Division 2 Ultimate Edition
- Assassins Creed Odyssey Ultimate Edition
- Rainbow Six Siege Ultimate Edition
- Far Cry 5 Gold Edition
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Stinging, Yet Popular and Delicious: the Rocoto Rellenos of Cusco
The people of Cusco desire their much loved rocoto rellenos (stuffed rocoto peppers). They are drawn by the absorbing color of the peppers, by the combination of ground beef, diced carrots, and peas, as well as by the spiciness that gives hot tickles to your palate.
They are popular treats. We find them in our daily paths on the San Agustin, San Bernardo, Ayacucho, and Maruri streets. The vendors go into the streets from 8 AM to offer passersby this wonder. In order to keep their freshly made merchandise hot they use a tray lined with paper from sugar bags on which they stack these delights along with boiled potatoes. They then wrap the whole tray and paper with white cloth or with colored cloth according to each vendor's taste.
Besides in the streets you will find rocotos rellenos in the popular markets of Cusco, including San Pedro, Wanchaq, Ttio, and Rosaspata. Women dressed in colorful aprons and with cloth hats to protect them from the sun. They offer you this treat during the day at a price of 2 for 2.50/S or 1 for 1.50/S.
The last time I was struck by the sudden urge to have some rocotos rellenos on the street was at 12 noon. Before having lunch I just wanted a couple of these wonders so I went to the San Pedro market. I could not find anyone selling them. I thought that maybe the municipal police had come and scared them away. Then I realized that could not be the case since there were other merchants in the streets.
I did not want to quedarme con las ganas, as we say, just be stuck with my urges so I had to go looking. Luckily at the bus stop on Ayacucho street I found a vendor. I asked for a couple of these stuffed hot peppers and she served them to me in a white plastic bag. There were two rocotos and 6 small boiled potatoes. Happy now, I asked her why there were no other vendors out at that time.
The casera (vendor) Carmen's face suddenly shone as she said "no, casero (customer), the majority of the people make up just enough rocotos so that they are all gone by noon, or certainly by 1 PM, before lunch. I fry up my rocotos rellenos beginning at 8:30 AM, a little later, because I have to first take care of my children until they go to school. I just barely get into the street to sell around 10 AM and I stay here, selling, until 2 or 3 PM. My caseros (regulars) know me. They know they can find me during those times."
Her rocotos were hot and tasted very good. I loved the light spiciness in the ingredients and so I asked her if she always sold them at this bus stop.
"Yes casero. Here you will find me from Monday to Saturday. I only skip Sundays in order to take care of my house that day."
After enjoying the rocoto and the potatoes I said goodbye to the casera Carmen.
In Cusco we also have a rocoto relleno with our traditional dish called Capchi de Habas. In our restaurants these stuffed peppers are also sold as a main dish where they may accompany some beans or lentils and rice. You will also find them in the anticucho shops. They are often served by themselves or along with a brochette of anticucho, whether one of beef heart or beef intestines.
You will find rocotos rellenos in many regions of Peru: Arequipa, Lima, Abancay. The imagination of those who make them flies freely. Some add ingredients and others just make them according to the traditions of each region.


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In February the book club met to talk about The Ghost by Robert Harris, a political thriller about a former British Prime Minister and his involvement with the CIA. We all enjoyed the book and read different meanings into the dramatic concluding event. Read it and see what you think. In April we will be reading and discussing Virginia Woolf's celebrated novel To The Lighthouse. Call Alison Hewitt on 692918 if you are interested in joining the Book Club.
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I put back cursor in view mode so can evaluate Emacs Lisp within the presentation:
(process to start: evaluate (autoload 'goby "goby" nil t), M-x goby, then switch to original frame and load this file)
C-;v - view
C-c;@ : Create HTML files with screen dumps
which doesn't seem to work so well
for generic usage see:
(find-eimage0 "~/Wiki/images/zuse1.png")
which, when evaluated with M-e or C-x C-e displays image in place of text:
(defun eeimage-data (fname) (with-temp-buffer (set-buffer-multibyte nil) (insert-file-contents-literally fname) (buffer-string))) (defun eeimage-set (s e fname) (add-text-properties s e `(display (image :type ,(image-type-from-file-header fname) :data ,(eeimage-data fname))))) (defun find-eimage0 (fname &optional nlines nchars &rest ignored) "Display the image given by FNAME in place of the text between point and bol. This function is meant to be used with \\[eek-eval-sexp-eol], so by default it will change the appearance of the entire current line. If NLINES is non-nil then work on that number of lines instead - e.g., 5 means change this line and the four previous ones. A non-nil value of NCHARS means to use bol+NCHARS instead of bol." (eeimage-set (point) (+ (or nchars 0) (point-at-bol (- 2 (or nlines 1)))) (ee-expand fname)))
//to note further eev and remote execution/editing
Making use of:
1] Emacs Lisp and interface to the shell by way of:
(shell-command COMMAND &optional OUTPUT-BUFFER ERROR-BUFFER) ;;or: (start-process-shell-command NAME BUFFER COMMAND &rest COMMAND-ARGS)2] eev mode: http://www.emacswiki.org/cgi-bin/wiki/
(eesteps '("C-x C-f ~/Plans/promiscuOS RET" "C-x C-f ~/Plans/life_coding RET" )) Execute this with the usual C-x C-e and then step through this list of actions with F12 - Also hyperlinking as documented in [[emacs]] - Use as: <fontlock mode="emacs-lisp-mode"> (eebg-channel-xterm "monk") (eechannel "monk") echo 9 ls pwd Where the first two commands are executed with F9 (if we mark first with C-x C-o I think or just execute) - first opens new xterm and second attaches Emacs link and then we use F9 to send commands
eev mode as for process control, ordering and remembering but seems a bit opaque to use.
3] Goby presentation mode: http://www.mew.org/~kazu/proj/goby/index.html.en
With Edit and View mode - from edit mode we can arrange text and ordering of pages seperated by a Ctrl-L character which is input by way of C-c;l - the prefix there used throughout eg:
C-c;v to enter view (simple keys such as q to exit mode, up and down for pages in that major mode)
In Edit mode we can use Emacs Lisp and eev... and also have formatting
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Faculty Of Mathematics And Natural Sciences of Yogyakarta State University organized the 4th International Conference on Research, Implementation and Education of Mathematics and Science (4th ICRIEMS) on Monday-Tuesday (15-16/5) at the auditorium of YSU and was opened by Vice Rector I, Dr. Margana. Also present Vice Rector IV, Dr. rer.nat Senam, and lecturers' delegation from partner university, such as Univesiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) Malaysia, Yala Rajabhat University, etc.
In that occasion also present many speakers from various country, they were Assistant Prof. Maitree Inprasitha, Ph.D., from Faculty of Education, Khon Kaen University, Dr Liem Peng Hong from Nippon Advanced Information Service (NAIS Co., Inc.), Dr. Jean W. H. Yong from Plant Eco-Physiologist and IUCN Mangrove Red List coordinator, University of Western Australia and Curtin University, Perth, Australia, Associate Profesor Dr. Nor Azowa Ibrahim from Universiti Putra Malaysia, Assoc. Prof. Khajornsak Buaraphan, Ph. D from Mahidol University Thailand, and Prof. Dr. ZuhdanKunPrasetyo, M.Ed. from FMS of YSU.
Liem Peng Hong in his paper entitled Nuclear Energy Human Resource Development in Post Fukushima Dai-Ichi NPP Accident was presented, for more or less 30 years, from the end of 70's until 2010, society polling that held by printed mass media and television showed that negative opinion concerned about nuclear power plant in Japan in average always below 40%. After the Fukushima accident, the same polling which was conducted from March 2011 until March 2012 showed that the negative opinion increased rapidly up to 70% 4-6 month since the accident. However, even after the accident happened, 60% society agreed that the existence of nuclear power plant in Japan indeed necessary although many people oppose the establishment of the new nuclear power plant. After the accident, the power plant policy in Japan based on approximation of demand and supply in the year 2030 recommend that the contribution nuclear power plant towards electricity in Japan must be reduced from around 30% (before the accident) into 20-22% in 2030. The void caused by this reduction diverted into another renewable energy source such as solar and wind.
"After that Fukushima accident, public and private universities have re-designed their curriculum for facing the issue and challenge that has been mentioned earlier. In this article discussed two examples that has been applied," explained him.
The example is a curriculum that has been applied by Tokyo Institute of Technology for postgraduate students that majored power plant department. The changes of the curriculum resulted in the graduates who have advanced specialization in science and nuclear engineering, have wide insight and have high ethics and responsibility. The curriculum also allows the graduates to gain the ability to have a dialogue logically, problem-solving skills, and creativity through research in seminars and master's theses. Courses offered in this new curriculum covers: Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Reactor Deactivation Engineering, Nuclear Fuel Cycle Engineering, Biology and Radiation Medicine, Nuclear Fusion Engineering/Accelerator, Advanced Nuclear Engineering, Internship and Research seminar.
Meanwhile, Prof. Maitree Insprasitha, Ph.D in the paper entitled An Open Approach Incorporating Lesson Study: An Innovation For Teaching Whole Number Arithmetices explained about the traditional approach in learning mathematics in Thailand along with the result that have been so far less than satisfactory. Moreover, he presented the analysis about the differences between text-book in Japan and Thailand along with the result for applying the innovative learning approach using Japanese text-book that are translated into Thailand.
Maitree give an example how grade one students of elementary school learn to gain meaningful understanding about integer arithmetic through mathematics activities taught by teachers using an open approach. After trying for decades, Thailand as a developing country which are adapt ideas from developed country, finally able to overcome one prolonged problem in learning mathematics, in particular for integer arithmetic in elementary schools. Mathematics in school has been changed from passive learning into active learning, where students engage in more meaningful mathematics activities. (witono)


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Conversations on Food Justice
Conversations on Food Justice is a collaboration between Food & Society at the Aspen Institute and Share Our Strength. This speaking series examines the roots and evolution of the food movement and how it intersects with race and class, as well as health, educational, and environmental inequities. Conversations feature a multitude of diverse voices to discuss the consequences of unequal food access, and how the food justice movement can be a catalyst for equity. Live, one-hour discussions are hosted virtually and will take place over the next twelve-months. Registration is free and open to the public.
- Food & Society at the Aspen Institute brings together public health leaders, policymakers, researchers, farmers, chefs, food makers, and entrepreneurs to find practical solutions to food system challenges and inequities. The common goal is to help people of all income levels eat better and more healthful diets—and to enjoy them bite by bite.
- It takes more than food to end hunger. At Share Our Strength, we envision a world where all children, families, and communities have what they need to thrive. Through proven, effective work like our No Kid Hungry campaign, we connect people who care to ideas that work.


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Arbitration has the potential to be faster, less expensive and more gratifying to the parties than litigation. From pleadings to award can be months instead of years. Prehearing conferences and interim applications can be quick and efficient. To achieve this takes energy and a commitment to those outcomes. Otherwise we have litigation-light.
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I can be appointed under an agreement to mediate contained in a document such as a lease or supply agreement. I can also be appointed "by submission" if the parties choose arbitration rather than court.
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During our spate of January-in-June weather, I have spent some time indoors snuggling with demographic and economic data about our Rock from the 2020 Census and other research.
What really struck me is this: We added almost 11% more people to Island County in the last 10 years, but we added fewer than 5% more places to live.
That should tell you why homes have soared in value and rents have hit the stratosphere. And why our politicians are clamoring to say they really, really are trying to add more affordable housing — with few notable results so far. The housing that has been built in the last 10 years is mostly new single family homes with very high prices. If you examine all the housing currently on our Rock, 81% of it is single family homes. That compares to 67% in Washington state. Only 11% of our housing is multi-family versus 27% in the state. "Multi-family" is a polite euphemism for apartments, which some folks would rather not have in their neighborhood.
A few more demographics to make the picture in the mirror a bit clearer. On the Rock, we are older on average than our state and nation: 44.1 years in Island County, 37.8 years in Washington and 38.2 years in the nation. And when you break the age brackets down on the island from north to south, the average in North Whidbey (thanks to the Navy) is 32. Central Whidbey's average is 55 and South Whidbey's is 56. And if you delve even deeper by town, Clinton is the codger spot on the Rock, average age 62. Langley is 57, Freeland is 55, Coupeville is 53 and Oak Harbor is a frisky 30.
We are evenly split between women and men, although to be precise there are 0.2% more women than men here. There are 2.3 Rock dwellers per housing unit versus 2.5 in the state and 2.6 in the nation. And 61% of us are married — well above the national average of 53% and the state average of 42%. We really like to cuddle and share this beautiful place with our special someones.
Our median household income is about $71,000 per year, less than the state average of $77,000 but well above the national average of $65,000. The percentage living in poverty is 7.6%, compared with 10.2% in the state and 12.8% in the nation. Not as rich as the rest of our state but also not as poor.
Of course it's no surprise that the federal government is the largest employer on our Rock, with about 7,400 active duty Navy personnel and another 2,400 civilian contractors. The largest private employer is Boeing with nearly 900 employees who live here — which helps explain the ever-growing Clinton ferry line backup. Oak Harbor schools and WhidbeyHealth each have more than 700 employees, but after those two the number of workers at other employers drops to well below 200.
In other words, our Rock economy is made up mostly of small businesses. And, if you do enough shopping you'll know this is very true: There are almost as many small businesses here owned by women as men.
In analyzing our population by age groups, I was struck by something that affects how our economy grows — or doesn't. According to the latest census, about 20% of us are between 1 and 20 years old. Another 25% is between 20 and 40. But then it drops. Only 22% of us are between 40 and 60. The remaining 33% are over 60.
What that tells me is that people hit a cement ceiling in terms of job advancement on our Rock. They get decent first jobs but when the time comes for promotions and growth with an organization, it often doesn't happen. The result? People in their 40s and 50s don't live here. They have moved away for better jobs and pay.
You won't hear that from Navy contractors or Boeing workers, of course. But ask just about anybody else who works on the Rock. Those 40-to-60 folks are the usually the ones with the highest disposable incomes. Their disappearance deprives the Rock economy of considerable local spending at stores and restaurants as well as charitable contributions, among other things.
So, maybe about now all this data is making your eyes cross. All these numbers paint a complex picture of where we live. The bottom line for me is this: To keep this gorgeous island as wonderful a place to live as we know it today, we need to figure out how to accommodate more people without ruining the open-space, healthy, rural environment we love.
Harry Anderson is a retired journalist who worked for the Los Angeles Times and lives in Central Whidbey.


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Meet Da'ziiz a London based rapper making moves all the way from Peckham. He's been on our radar for a while now with some interesting release over the last couple of months. He appeared on our platform with the last release 'Flexin' a braggadocious riddled song rapper over US-style about "Flexin on your haters". The use of simple nursery rhyme flows and south London jargon are what make this song super appealing.
The South Louth based rapper who started his musical journey just shy of two years ago is back with another single 'Stay Schemin / who dat? featuring Slxc. The single is an afro approach to trap that has a D-Block Europe feel with it's explicit nature of their lyrics is what sets them apart from most – they say whatever they want, how they want. A certified hood banger to kick start the new year.
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Inclusion in Environmental Youth Projects
Guide for Youth Organisations
The booklet "Inclusion in Environmental Youth Projects" aims to help youth workers, youth and environmental organisations to understand the topic of inclusion better, and gives practical tools making projects and activities more inclusive. It was an outcome of the training course "YEE-nclude: Inclusion in Environmental Youth Projects".
First, it gives an overview of concepts such as social inclusion and exclusion, youth work, fewer opportunities, inclusion projects. Second, it gives a strategy to make topics and activities that often come back in YEE projects more inclusive approach in the future. Third, it displays practical tips on how to make youth projects more inclusive. Lastly, the booklet gives testimonials of youth and social workers' working on inclusion, especially in the environmental field


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Materials: Kevazinga veneer, lacquer
Date: Completed in 1984 for show.
Description: Outfitted as a stereo unit with an interior drawer, vibration-free, adjustable shelves and interior channels to hide all wires. The black lacquered pedestal appears to slice the cabinet into two halves, an illusion which is dispelled when the doors are opened.


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- Aumanns Album was produced by Aumann Auctions for RFD-TV. Aumann takes you across the United States as they visit with collectors, get the history on unique pieces from our agriculture past and get an inside look at antique tractor auctions.
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- Join us as Classic Tractor Fever goes "on the road" to the Case 175th Anniversary Celebration in Albert City, Iowa hosted by the Albert City Threshermen & Collectors Association.
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- We're on the road at Aumann Vintage Power's Annual Pre-30 Auction where everything was built before 1930! We'll get the story on a one of a kind "Fordsons" tractor, see a true "barn find" with a great collection of early brass era automobiles, visit with some classic crawler collectors, get highlights from the auction and find out what some of these early machines sold for. Hosted by Brian Baxter and shot on locations at the Aumann Auction Center in Nokomis, IL.
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- Brian Baxter hosts this companion DVD to the 2016 Classic Garden Tractors Calendar. It features stories and owner interviews of classic garden tractors.
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- We went back through our "RED" archives and pulled some of the most memorable stories plus added a few new, never seen features of the best of Red Power. This DVD is one of the longest we have ever produced with nearly two hours of Red Power.
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Think you're just about reaching the end of everything to do in Assassin's Creed Odyssey? Taken out the Cult of Kosmos and chased down all those Engravings? Soon you might be able to get even more out of Ubisoft's action RPG – mounting evidence points to a quest creator tool for the studio's Greek odyssey.
Earlier this week @AccesstheAnimus, a fan-run Twitter channel dedicated to analysing everything Assassin's Creed, posted that "E3 is approaching and we can finally mention that we were kindly invited to test an upcoming community oriented tool for #AssassinsCreed Odyssey!". They added "We can't say much more for now, but we suggest you checking the #UbiE3 Pre-Show for more details!". Intriguing indeed.
This potentially confirms what Dominik Voigt, Community Manager at Ubisoft, seemed to accidentally post in April about a "Story Creator Mode", as reported by Rock Paper Shotgun. The post, since deleted but preserved on Reddit, reads "we are very happy to present to you in exclusivity Story Creator Mode, a community-generated Content feature that will be available to all Assassin's Creed Odyssey players at a later date". Though incomplete, the post finishes saying the studio wants to "take our philosophy of empowering player choice furth[er]". Very, very intriguing.
To add even more fuel to speculation, Twitter users @ChirayataN and @ZeroELEC have highlighted that the quest builder might be confirmed by content that already appears in-game. A tooltip box, seemingly prompted by hovering your cursor over the game's UI after logging in, says "My Stories: This feature will become available when the game is fully installed".
E3 is approaching and we can finally mention that we were kindly invited to test an upcoming community oriented tool for #AssassinsCreed Odyssey!
We can't say much more for now, but we suggest you checking the #UbiE3 Pre-Show for more details! pic.twitter.com/Z7FjoPoqIy
— AccessTheAnimus (@AccessTheAnimus) June 5, 2019
It looks like the cat is very nearly out of the bag, and we'll soon get the chance to send Kassandra and Alexios on many, many more errands, missions, and, well, anything else Assassin's Creed Odyssey's fans can cook up.
Related: Check out the best open-world games on PC
Look out for Ubisoft's conference at this year's E3, which will be happening on June 10 at 13:00 PDT / 16:00 EDT / 21:00 BST.


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The sedentary modern lifestyle and increasing automation have limited the physical activity of children in the past few years. Above that, junk food has made the problem more acute. the last two years, the Corona pandemic and resulting restrictions have further exacerbated the situation. The outdoor activities of children got much hampered during this time. In such a situation, obesity is up ticking in children. Obesity at an early age can cause serious problems at a later age. Here, we are giving a few tips that will keep your child fit.
Before going further, What is obesity?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity is a condition in which excess fat accumulates in our body. This increases the risk of many serious diseases, such as heart disease and type-2 diabetes. Obesity in children makes them vulnerable to these diseases.
People with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of more than 25 are categorized as overweight and those whose BMI is more than 30 are said to be obese. BMI is a scale used to measure the overweight and underweight of a person.
Also read: Beware! Change your breakfast habits, if you are committing these 5 mistakes
Obesity in Indian children:
According to the National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5) report released in November 2021, obesity has increased among children up to the age of 5. The number of children with obesity has increased from 2.1% in NFHS-4 to 3.4% in NFHS-5. This change is alarming as about 1.44 crore children are overweight in the country. Around 2 billion children worldwide are obese.
How Ayurveda can help?
Weight loss can be done by resorting to Ayurveda. Along with reducing weight, the metabolism of the body can also be kept optimized. Here are some Ayurvedic insights to fight obesity:
- People suffering from obesity should eat light food cooked in less oil, which can be easily digested by the body.
- Ingredients like turmeric, ginger, chili, coriander, cinnamon should be used in the food.
- A steam bath should be taken after mixing Triphala oil and Valiya Lakshdi in water. Keeping yourself in a steamy room for a certain period of time is called a steam bath. This will increase sweating and reduce fat.
- Practicing yogasanas like Tadasana( mountain pose), Paschimottanasana( seated forward bend), Surya Namaskar( Sun salutation), Pawanmuktasana( wind relieving pose), Bhujangasana( cobra pose) and Dhanurasana( bow pose) daily help in cutting the body fat.
- One can also rely on Pranayama practice and perform Kapalbhati, Anulom Vilom, Bhastrika and Bhramari on a daily basis.
- Avoid waking up late at night and sleeping immediately after eating food.
- Preference should be given to light pulses with low protein and fat, moong, lentils.
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Suspected Terrorists Arrested in Toronto
Montgomery Burns replied to August1991's topic in Federal Politics in Canada
This has been the top news story on Fox News. 3 tons! 3 times more ammonium nitrate than Timoty McVeigh used in the Oklahoma terrorist attack. Will the left finally wake up?! And Argus has zero chance of getting a job in the MSM if he insists on calling these people Muslims. :angry: They are NOT MUSLIMS; They are "ETHNICS!" Neocons. -
Michael Moore being sued
Montgomery Burns replied to newbie's topic in Federal Politics in the United States
I've seen him a couple of times in the last few days on Fox News. He insists that he never agreed to be in Moore's Bush-thrashing crockumentary, that Moore never interviewed him, and that he backs the Commander-in-Chief (can you imagine someone in the military saying they back John Kerry?) Before you get too upset about Fox News, both times the anchor/host (IIRC one was Neil Cavuto and the other was one of the Fox and Friends hosts) asked him "why $85 million?" Damon said that his lawyer came up with that figure. If you want to read the full article, the registration email address is: [email protected] and the password is nypost. -
Don't know if you have heard that Ted Nugent is *considering* about running for Governor of Michigan. Don't laugh. Jesse Ventura was Governor of Minnesota and look how far John Kerry went in 2004. Although Ted Nugent sometimes comes off as a round shy of a full clip, I admire him for this disdain for political correctness. Plus, if you look through his macho braggadacio, he's right (although very blunt) about many things. Like when he talks about himself being a true liberal. Watch for it. I got a laugh out of this--the reporter and Nugent are driving around Nuge's estate filling up the feeders of deer food. The Brit reporter asks: I'd like to see Nugent as ambassador to the UN. And Triumph the Insult Comic Dog as Press Secretary: "Helen Thomas, do you have a question.....for me to poop on?" Note that the Brit reporter says that Nugent is packing a Glock revolver. However Glock doesn't make a revolver. Full interview at the home of the infamous liar - Robert Fisk: The UK's Independent P.S. I think Nugent was yanking this guy's chain a bit. He has a reputation for doing that.
Greenpeace Has a Blond Moment
Montgomery Burns replied to sharkman's topic in Federal Politics in the United States
I hope this doesn't happen to al-Gore. That would give new meaning to An Inconvenient Truth -
Whew! You guys have got all the bases covered. No matter what happens, mankind is always "proved" to be the cause. Colour me convinced! Forget everything I wrote earlier! Scratch that - I'm sure you already have. Mankind is the cause the only cause of environmental "degradation" and Kyoto atonement is the only source of absolution for the planet. Are you guys sure you aren't a religion? I mean, come on, you have to see the parallels. "Whew! You guys have got all the bases covered." Game. Set. Match.
Michael Savage - A Savage Nation
Montgomery Burns replied to mowich's topic in Canada / United States Relations
Twit. Another insult from BD. What a surprise. But the guy has gall. Imagine a hypocritical rank partisan accusing someone else of being a hypocritical partisan *twit* Please look up the word semantics before you continue to embarrass yourself. No such thing as a conviction in a civil trial, huh? Convictions are only in criminal cases? Yeah right. I don't know why you refused to admit that O'Reilly did not sue Mackris. Why wouldn't you admit this? Well, actually I do know why. Because you are a dishonest partisan. A columnist from the Page Six, the gossip page of the NY Post is BD's "proof." What, no link to a story to the National Enquirer? Even though both parties agreed to keep the details confidential, BD seems to have the inside scoop. Perhaps some "sources" told him the details. The fact is that the settlement did not call for O'Reilly to issue an expression of regret, which is often demanded in litigation against high-profile figures. Yes he did! What the hell is the matter with you? As for mangled syntax, you're one to talk. Your spelling needs work too, if you want to go there. Machination's linked to smokinggun.com to show that O'Reilly was being sued for sexual harassment, then he linked to Media Matters to prove that O'Reilly was biased--all in the same post. If you can't connect the dots between someone smearing O'Reilly and then linking to a site funded by a convicted criminal, then I have no hope for you. Cripes. It took about 2 seconds to find this: "Doctors confirm that it is possible for an exercised vagina to shoot ping pong balls and pick up coins(like some of the Bangkok bar girls do)." And I can assure you that iamaprogressiveliberalwhoresidesintherealitybasedcommunity.com is not in my Favorites Folder. All anonymous commentors, huh? And I just looked at the first 2 hits. BD caught lying again. I'm shocked, I tell ya. Shocked! The fact that you are so offended by what Coulter said, but find nothing wrong with the Asian whore slurs against Malkin jsut shows how your moral relativism. As for Betsy, BD shows once again what a gentleman he is. A pic just for you. Scroll down a bit and try not to seethe too much. -
Michael Savage - A Savage Nation
Montgomery Burns replied to mowich's topic in Canada / United States Relations
Liam: Odd. A search of Wonkette's site shows only one reference to an individual doing ping pong ball tricks. Guess who that individual is? Hint: She is an Asian conservative. Really now. Harry Reid and Jerry Falwell doing ping pong ball tricks is just silly beyond pale. I stand by claim that the vast majority of people who defend freedom and are willing to give their lives to do so are Republicans. Why do you think that about 75% of the military votes Republican? No, don't give me any of that tin-foil voter fraud that the Dems always whine about when they repeatedly lose. Why do you think Dems do everything they can to disqualify military votes? How many of the Dem-elites signed up their kids for this war? Why do you insist on calling them kids? Why do you insist that parents must sign up their children for military duty? Interesting that you mention Bush and Rumsfeld--two guys who did serve in the military. Cry me a river about "torture" at Abu-Ghraib. Do you have any credible proof about the GOP running secret torture prisons overseas? The people at Gitmo are treated far too well, even being served Duck a la Orange for meals. They are given 3 meals a day (sometimes served duck in orange sauce with rice pilaf and pita bread), they have clean cells, clean sheets, blankets for their beds, workout facilities, outdoor areas where they could get exercise, showers, medical care, skull caps and rugs so they can pray 5 times a day, they are given the Koran, and kept in open-air cells in a tropical climate. As for Haditha, typical. Even though the investigation has not finished, you have tried and convicted them already. But you support the troops! It's not Republicans doing everything they can to undermine the WOT. Not conservative news sources reporting top-secret information to aid our enemies--like the NYT and WaPo did. It is not Republicans sending cards to injured Joshua Sparling at Walter Reed military hospital - saying they hope he dies. 1) You are implying she wished death upon NYT staff. I do not see that in Coulter's quote. 2) To borrow a line from you: "It is so clearly a joke that it cannot be taken seriously." Come on. Republicans, the party of liberation (Eastern Europe and Iraq and Afghanistan) are fascists? Clearly a joke. Ahh. Two guys attempting to assault a woman is just a weak assault. It's meant to generate a laugh. Haha. Democrats who violated the sanctity of the Schiavo family. They wanted her to "die with dignity." Nothing illegal about that, as I have proved numerous times on this forum. Proof about the Bush administration using the Patriot Act to round up "petty criminals?" That's a violation of civili liberties? FYI, Joe McCarthy was proven right about the Communists in the Democrat Party. The left had to smear him because they support communism. Look at how they fawn over Fidel Castro still to this very day. If you are not phoning terrorists, then you have nothing to worry about. They are not listening into calls, they are data-mining. Why would someone be worried about the govt data-ming phone calls during war...unless they have something to hide. The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Padilla. The Circuit Court judged that: "We can discern no difference in principle" between a designated combatant captured abroad and inside the U.S. "The locus of capture" is not decisive. "Like [Yaser] Hamdi, Padilla associated with forces hostile to the United States in Afghanistan....And, like Hamdi, Padilla took up arms against United States forces in that country in the same way and to the same extent as did Hamdi....Because, like Hamdi, Padilla is an enemy combatant, and because his detention is no less necessary than was Hamdi's in order to prevent his return to the battlefield, the President is authorized by the AUMF [Authorization for Use of Military Force Joint Resolution--the resolution that no leftwinger on this forum appears to have heard of] to detain Padilla as a fundamental incident to the conduct of war." They ruled that Padilla cannot be held indefinitely, only as long as hostilites continue with Al Qaeda. The decision was unanimous. Judge Luttig wrote the opinion and the 2 judges who joined in Luttig's opinion - Michael and Traxler - were both appointed by then President Clinton. One thing many people seem to forget, or deny (there is no war on terror--Bush is playing games to make the public fearful), the US is at war. FDR interned a bunch of Japanese-Americans during WWII. The ruling/opinion is here. If weak attempts like this is a harbor of things to come, then yes--more. As for the Dems: Percentage-wise, who supported the two most important civil rights bills, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965--Democrats or Republicans? Waco attack, Elian Gonzales kidnapped at gunpoint, Al Gore Sr and Robert Byrd (D-KKK) filibustering the Civil Rights Act, Clinton's "roving wiretaps" allowing the FBI to tap all phones a suspect used rather than just one specific number, attempts at gun control, throwing military recruiters off campuses that are federally funded, smoking bans, pushing Congress to restore the Fairness Doctrine, Clinton collecting data on private citizens, his maintenance of secret dossiers and using them for overtly political purposes, eminent domain, attempting to censor the rights of peaceful protesters; censor the views of priests and doctors and censor radio, TV, and the internet, warrantless searches and seizures, constantly pushing for judicial rulings that will sanction expansions of federal power, constituting double jeopardy, shifting power from juries to judges, no jury trials for "minor" offenses, overturning jury acquittals at sentencing, Clinton being the 1st president in American history to deny that the Constitution limits the powers of the federal govt and seeking to federalize health care, crime fighting, environmental protection, and education. 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Michael Savage - A Savage Nation
Montgomery Burns replied to mowich's topic in Canada / United States Relations
Do you honestly think that if a MSM photographer had a pic of the Oreo cookie incident that their editor would allow this to be printed in the news? Come on. The MSM is ridiculously biased for Dems and anti-Repub. Do you ever see them have pics like this in the news? I have seen many such pics on the Internet (mostly taken by US soldiers) but not in the MSM. And the Dems have a documented history of attacking minority conservatives. Party trumps race for Steele foes: Michael Steele confirmed the Oreo cookie incident just a couple of weeks ago on Hannity & Colmes. Alan Colmes didn't try to rebut his comment because he said it was off topic. Now who would you believe? -
Good find Warwick. I was furious when I read this earlier tonight. However there is a bit more to the story: They fight Canadian conservatives, but claim that fighting terrorists is wrong. They think it is acceptable to launch a borderline thuggish and harrassing protest in the sanctuary of a church, but they shriek if Canadian or US people don't respect the sanctuary of a muslim mosque. Reason #15,894 why I have nothing but contempt for liberals, specifically "progressive" liberals. And Monte Solberg had one of the most entertaining blogs in Canada, before he shut it down when he became Immigration Minister. They are on the other side; no ifs ands or buts about it. :angry: If I had my way....
No MB, if you were over-representing factual presentations in this case, you would be badgering the nurses to treat you before your ingrown toenail becomes infected. You are thinking of "misrepresenting," which is a different word. Regardless, even if Gore did lie, it wasn't to engage his country in an immoral and illegal war. I went to emergency and told them this tale and they said that I was lying! I told them, "no I am not lying, I merely gave you an over-representation of factual presentations. Obviously the hospital is run by neocons. "even if Gore did lie, it wasn't to engage his country in an immoral and illegal war You shouldn't post things like this, Bubber. It makes you look really bad. Your "illegal" claim is an outright lie, or as al-Gore said: "an over-representation of factual presentations". Your claim that it is immoral to overthrow a mass-murdering dictator and liberating 25 million people appears to prove the Michael Savage adage: Liberalism is a mental disorder.
Who's great in 2008
Montgomery Burns replied to No truth's topic in Federal Politics in the United States
I fail to see how this proves right wing bona fides. Giving money to the Palestinians was never a partisan issue. Despising Hamas as terrorists was likewise neither a left nor right wing position (at least as regards North American politics). It follows that cutting off funding after Hamas took power was possible from either wing's perspective, though I doubt the fence-arsed Libs would have had the stones to do it so quickly. Which proves nothing about Clinton being a lefty. True, his predecessor Carter is a total leftist boob and has displayed an unseamly eagerness to embrace the world's more unsavory tyrants, but Clinton had a nobler goal in mind that was almost achieved at Camp David in 2000. Inviting Mr. Mangey-beard to the White House on a regular basis was part of the cost of achieving that goal. 1) Your point is somewhat correct. However I stand by my claim. Paul Martin attended a Tamil Tigers fund-raising dinner. Do you think Harper would do so? With them being slapped on the banned terrorist list, obviously not. I admit that sometimes the right has had to - for political purposes - take the side of unsavory groups or individuals, but I find this much more prevalent on the left. I doubt that Paul Martin would have cut off funding to the displaced Arabs just because they elected a terrorist group to lead them in their quest to destroy Israel. The left, in general, despises Israel - they are a democracy and the displaced Arabs are "poor people who need financial help" - not withstanding that the billions the displaced Arabs receive in aid goes towards weaponry. 2) I disagree. The left almost always take the word of scumbag dictators. Look at the excuses they make for the USSR, the fawning over Castro, Chavez, and their attempt to stop Papa Hussein from being overthrown despite him ignoring every single Chapter VII (binding) UN resolution, ignoring the ceasefire he signed; promoting int'l terrorism, repeatedly shooting at US and UK aircraft patrolling the no-fly zone, and his attempt to assassinate a US president. Now they are worried that the US, or Israel, might bomb Iran's nuclear facilities. Why? They almost always take the word of dictators over the word of the leaders of democratic nations. Remember the left's mindset: Everyone is the same. Everyone is morally the same (except for conservatives and religious people). There is no political advantage for the US or Canada to take the side (the enemy of my enemy is my friend--for a short while) - of Chavez, Hamas, or Iran's leader (whose name I cannot spell ) -
Who's great in 2008
Montgomery Burns replied to No truth's topic in Federal Politics in the United States
The economy is doing better under Bush than under Clinton, and Clinton never had to deal with a devestating hit to the economy as a result of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. Clinton never had an economic policy. He didn't need one. He merely followed Ronald Reagan's economic record. In 1983, the final year that Reagan's tax cuts went into effect, the US economy started a 17 year period of economic growth, finally halting with the burst of the dotcom bubble, and then the devasting 9-11 attack on the US. Nearly 20 million new jobs were created between 1983 and 1989 alone. Clinton rode along for the ride, with the exception of a massive tax hike early in his first term. The debt rose every single year that Clinton was in power. The crime rate is lower now than in the Clinton years, and there is less poverty today than in the Clinton years. Does this mean that if the economy improves under the conservative government we can thank the liberals? Bush lowered taxes after Clinton had raised taxes (once early in his 1st term). After the Republicans took control of Congress (I am assuming you know how the US govt system works), they kept Clinton in check. Do you think that if Congress was controlled by the Dems, that Clinton would have not signed Kyoto, or would not have raised taxes? -
Who's great in 2008
Montgomery Burns replied to No truth's topic in Federal Politics in the United States
As for Condi vs Hillary in 2008.... Not a chance for Condi. She is very popular among Republicans for her policies and influence on Bush's brilliant foreign policy on the War on Terror. However, she has never run for any type of office and sorely lacks experience in this area. She'd probably make dumb rookie mistakes during the primaries. Also, she is pro-abortion (remember that voters in the Repub primaries are more conservative) and is a 50-something unmarried woman. The liberal MSM would likely start dropping "lesbian" hints. Sure, she would be subjected to the racist Aunt Jemima slurs so common by the "progressive" left, but the MSM would cover that up. She is possible as a VP but she insists she is not running. Rudy Giuliani has many positives. He was very popular pre-9/11 as he cleaned up the crime that was so rampant in NYC during its rule by Democrat mayors. He has a tough-on-crime rep, performed well after 9-11, refused that $10 million check from that Saudi Prince who wanted him to blame 9-11 on the Jews, did good work for the Repubs in the 2004 election, and has charisma. However, he has many negatives. He's pro-gun control, pro-abortion, and pro-gay marriage. Remember that voters in the Repub primaries are more conservative than the general population. Plus, he is an adulterer. After the embarrassment of the Clinton presidency, I can't see Repubs voting him in, although the irony of the Dems attacking him as an adulterer would be delicious. A possible VP. John McCain has no chance. He is despised by the base for his constant RINOism, and is a media hog who loves to be on all the talk shows basking in the glory of being a "maverick" - maverick for often slamming other Repubs, which is why the MSM loves him. Jeb Bush? A good conservative who has done a good job, but too much Bush. 4 years of Sr and 8 years of Jr in the last 20 years. Plus with Bush acting like a liberal in his 2nd term and abandoning his base, Jeb has virtually no chance. Plus, like Condi, he insists he is not running. Bill Frist is a solid conservative but hasn't been terribly effective as Senate Majority Leader and he lacks charisma. If he hasn't done an especially good job as SML, why would be get a promotion? Perhaps a dark horse... Dick Cheney would be great, just to see liberal heads exploding. I am going to stick with my original pick from a previous thread on this topic - George Allen. He is a solid conservative and I sense the base, after having a man as conservative as Reagan in office, and after all the victories Repubs have had at the ballot box (Clinton never got 50% of the popular vote in his 2 terms), that they deserve a true conservative candidate for President - someone to the right of GW Bush. It's still early but perhaps an Allen (solid conservative)/Giuliani (moderate conservative) as VP ticket. Now the Democrats. It is difficult to say because there appears to be a civil war in the party between the moderates and the moonbats who have hijacked the party. Hillary Clinton has name recognition and excellent fund-raising ability. However she has many negatives. She is despised by Republicans and would motivate the Republican base, which at this time is decidedly not motivated due to Bush abandoning them on the immigration issue. She was part of quite possibly the most crooked administration in US history. She was behind the attempt to implement socialist healthcare in the US, the same socialist healthcare that has caused so much pain, suffering, and even death in Canada. She does not come across as warm or motherly like a Laura or Barbara Bush. She seems about as motherly as Nancy Reagan was. Her husband Bill, while having charisma, has all kinds of baggage--including Paula Jones passing a polygraph exam on Pax TV's Lie Detector show when she was asked if Slick Willie exposed himself to her in a hotel room while he was Governor. Another thing. Is the US ready for a female President? Plus this quote from June 2004 will come back to haunt her in capitalist America: "Many of you are well enough off that the [bush] tax cuts may have helped you. We're saying that for America to get back on track, we're probably going to cut that short and not give it to you. We're going to take things away from you on behalf of the common good." The US does not have the same greedy entitled mindset of Europe, or even Canada for that matter (although I hope Harper can move this country away from that lazy mindset). John Kerry has come out against the SBVFT the other day in a ridiculous puff piece by the NY Times a few days ago. But he has a big problem with the way he lied about US atrocities during the Winter Soldier hearings, he lied about Christmas in Cambodia, and is a notorious flip-flopper. Despite the MSM abandoning all pretense of pretending to be fair and balanced in the last election, doing everything they could to get him elected, he still failed. A dark horse. Barack Obama? Liked by the MSM, but a critical look at his statements reveals him to be a socialist. Evan Bayedh (sp?) or Mark Warner? Possible. Both are quite popular and somewhat moderate. Wesley Clark? Unstable and almost caused WWIII in the Balkans. Loved by the moonbats in the "reality-based community" but has no chance with the general public. Which brings me to...al-Gore? Has been all over the talk shows the last little while and the MSM has been fawning all over him. The reviews by the MSM for his propaganda film have mostly been glowing. It appears, at least in the last little while, that the MSM is packaging al-Gore as a viable candidate for 2008 - despite the fact that he seems to be getting more deranged every year. It's too early to tell, plus there is a civil war going on in the Dem Party, but I would have to say it is between Hillary Clinton, al-Gore, Mark Warner and Evan Bayedh (sp?). -
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Shoop: Don't forget that the Republican-controlled Congress kept Clinton in check. There is no doubt in my mind that he would have ran a much more leftist govt if not for that. Remember the massive tax hike early in his 1st term, before the Repubs took over Congress in 1994? As for Clinton running a far more rightwing govt than anything Harper has done to date (I"m ignoring Mulroney who was not rightwing), I must disagree. Harper is lowering the GST and I am quite sure that he is going to cut more taxes (he is saving it for the next election). Harper cut off funding to the leader of the displaced Arabs in the Palestine region of the Mid East. The most visited leader to the White House during the Clinton presidency, was the renowned terrorist - Yassir Arafat. -
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Ever wonder why the people putting forward the idea that, to win, the Dems need to be more like Republicans are usually Republicans themselves? Hmmmm.... Just trying to help the hapless Democrats. You do realize that the US is a center-right country, don't you? If you think Howard Dean and his Deaniacs are the path to lead the Dems to the White House, then you must reside in the "reality-based community."


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Serbian and Greek twin cities
Brotherhood of cities as a form of cooperation began after the Second World War, when peoples in Europe realized the importance of reconciliation which could start from the local level.
In Europe, this trend is increasing and fraternal cooperation exists in 17,000 cases.
Serbian cities are most frequently twinned with cities in Greece and Hungary.
The reason of twinning can be very different. Novi Pazar is twinned with the municipalities in Turkey where many citizens of Novi Pazar live, the brotherhood of some cities was due to the common victims in the Second World War, because of mutual assistance in wartime or some other similarities in the sufferings. Some twinning and friendly relations between cities have unfortunately extinguished during the last wars.
Interestingly, for example, Belgrade signed the first charter of friendship in 1957, with Coventry from the United Kingdom. At that time, Belgrade and Coventry, on the basis of the similarity of the victims of the bombings during the Second World War, became twin cities. The crown of this cooperation is the square in Coventry bearing its name - Belgrade. Belgrade, as a reconstruction aid, has donated to Coventry timber for the construction of the first post-war theater. As a sign of gratitude, the theater received the name Belgrade Theater, and the square on which it is located also bears the name Belgrade.
Here is the list of Serbian towns that are twinned with Greek.
Belgrade has been twinned with Corfu since 2010.
Novi Sad and Iliopoli (Athens municipality).
Šabac is the fraternal city of Argostoli (the capital of Kefalonia), in which one street has recently been named "Šabac".
Jagodina has signed a twinning charter with three Greek cities - Corinth, Perdika, Hrisoupoli. With the charter with Hrisupoli, the municipality of Jagodina received two hectares of land by the sea as a gift.
With the charter with Hrisupoli, the municipality of Jagodina received two hectares of land by the sea as a gift.
Vranje is twinned with Greek city of Trikala, and Krusevac is twinned with city of Corfu.
Patra is twinned with Banjaluka and Aleksinac.
An interesting combination is the Greek island of Simi and Guča.
Paralia is twinned with Jagodina, Čačak with Katerini, and Čajetina with Aidipsos.
Municipality of Čukarica has signed a fraternal charter with the island of Thassos, Niš with Serres, Prnjavor with Thessaloniki, Aranđelovac and Filipi, Užice and Veroia, Niš and the municipalities of Glyfada, Čajetina and Lefkimi, Smederevo and Volos …
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Port of Spain, 6 Jan. 06 [AlterPresse] --- Government is purchasing four armed helicopters specifically to launch an aerial assault on the drug and arms trades, which are at the heart of crime in T&T, says Prime Minister Patrick Manning.
Manning insists, though, they will not be military aircraft and will be used to deal with existing weaknesses in T&T's drug interdiction capability.
Manning made the disclosure as he addressed the crime issue during yesterday's post-Cabinet news conference-first for the year-at White Hall in Port-of-Spain.
On Saturday, the press had reported exclusively that Cabinet had decided to purchase helicopters with attack capabilities from Israel during an extraordinary meeting held on Friday.
Since that report, there has been much national speculation about the need for such aircraft, since many perceived they would be used for some military application.
In his 2006 Budget presentation last September, Manning said the Government would acquire four armed helicopters, but did not say exactly what they would be used for.
Yesterday, Manning said the armed helicopters would be used in conjunction with six fast patrol boats, since the first of three larger offshore patrol vessels the Government purchased would not arrive here for almost another two years.
"We have also taken the decision, in the light of the fact that a lot of the boats that are operating in the waters of the Gulf of Paria are very fast boats-boats that are involved in the drug trade-to treat with this matter not just on the surface, but also from the air," Manning said.
"We have agreed to buy four armed helicopters for that purpose, and the helicopters, incidentally, are armed and not armoured."
Manning said he made the distinction because earlier this week, one journalist was "advancing the view that the Government was about to purchase the A864 Apache Helicopter."
"That is not so. That (Apache) is a military helicopter that costs about US$60 million," Manning said.
"What we propose to purchase will cost less than one-tenth of that. It's a different situation. We are buying civilian helicopters that will be equipped with guns for the purpose of drug interdiction from the air against boats that travel at very high speeds."
Manning also said the Government's much-touted 360- degree radar system was fully operational and gave a comprehensive coverage of the nation's coastlines.
He noted, however, that while the Government had "a much better picture of the drug transit through T&T," capturing the drugs and the drug-traffickers remained a major challenge.
"The facilities for proper interdiction...We are not as well equipped now as we intend to be in the very near future," he said. [ed gp apr 06/01/2006 13:30]


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