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BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Kyle Busch made NASCAR history Saturday night with an unprecedented sweep of three national races in one week, completing the trifecta with a victory in the Sprint Cup race at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Busch hoisted a broom in Victory Lane, where he made his third visit in four days. He also won the Nationwide race Friday night, and the Trucks race Wednesday night to become the first driver to complete the sweep since NASCAR expanded to three national series in 1995.
"I've been trying to do this since I got to NASCAR," said Busch, who has tried for a three-race sweep five times in his career.
"I love Bristol and I love winning. And to do it for the first time ever in NASCAR, to sweep the weekend, man, that's pretty awesome."
The Cup victory, his third of the season and third in the last four at Bristol, was drama-free after another round in his ongoing feud with Brad Keselowski.
Busch admitted to intentionally wrecking Keselowski late in the Nationwide race, and he celebrated that win by mockingly rubbing his eyes like a crying baby as the crowd showered him with boos. Keselowski vowed revenge over the public address system, to the delight of the Bristol crowd.
The barbs continued all the way up to the start of the Cup race. As Busch was booed in pre-race introductions, he sarcastically told the crowd, "Aw, you're so loving."
Keselowski was introduced moments later, taking the microphone and earning a thunderous cheer by saying, "I'm Brad Keselowski ... Kyle Busch is (a jerk)."
There was almost no chance of an on-track altercation, though, as the two hardly raced near each other for most of the night.
Keselowski did make it hard for Busch to pass him late in the race, when Keselowski was fighting not to go a lap down, but Busch made a clean move around him in his No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota after several attempts.
"Great job," his team radioed after the pass.
"I know," Busch replied. "I have more class."
Crew chief Dave Rogers reiterated that after Busch completed the victory.
"Some wiseguys got introduced behind him, and he raced like a champion and handled it with class all day," Rogers said.
David Reutimann rallied from a bout with food poisoning to finish second in a Toyota for Michael Waltrip Racing, his first top-15 finish since winning at Chicago last month.
"I feel really, really good about the finish, but I'm not feeling so hot right now," Reutimann said after the race. "I'm ready to go to sleep at some point. Maybe now."
Jamie McMurray was third in a Chevrolet for Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing, a finish good enough to move him to 13th in the standings. He trails Clint Bowyer by 100 points for the 12th and final spot in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.
But McMurray said he's not focused on making the Chase field. There's two races to go in the "regular season."
"I'm really fortunate this year that we were able to win those two big races because if we don't make the Chase, it's not going to be devastating," said McMurray, winner of the Daytona 500 and the Brickyard 400.
Bowyer rallied from an early pit-road speeding penalty to finish fourth in a Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing, and he moved a step closer to locking down the final spot in the Chase. Mark Martin, who started the night 35 points Bowyer in 13th place, finished 23rd and is now 14th in the standings, 101 points out.
Kasey Kahne was fifth in a Ford for Richard Petty Motorsports, and Ryan Newman was sixth in a Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing.
Juan Pablo Montoya, McMurray's teammate, finished seventh despite damage to his car from contact that wrecked four-time defending series champion Jimmie Johnson. The pole-sitter, Johnson finished 35th.
Greg Biffle was eighth in a Ford for Roush-Fenway Racing, Penske Racing's Kurt Busch was the highest finishing Dodge, and RFR's Matt Kenseth rounded out the top 10.


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I was recently lucky enough to go on a wonderful four-day trip to Venice; a beautiful city whose entire foundations are built on the mudbanks of a lagoon in Northern Italy.
My trip to Venice fell at the start of the 2013 Venetian Carnival, and so upon arrival I was expecting a flurry of noise and colour. However, I arrived at 11pm at night and the carnival hadn't officially begun yet, so the first thing I was both greeted and struck by was the absolute resounding silence blanketing the entire city.
Both the air and water were still, shutters were closed everywhere, and there were no voices to be heard. Given that everybody in Venice travels either on foot or on boats, the loud hum of traffic that permeates most cities was notably absent too.
After weaving my way through the mute atmosphere and traversing over countless pretty little bridges, my place of residence came into view; a lovely three-storey house placed at the edge of one of the city's many canals. The hostess, a friendly young woman named Camilla, was so welcoming, and her house, a traditional Venetian abode with lofty rooms and a cool, artdeco vibe, was the perfect place to stay.
As I woke the next morning and ventured outside I noticed that the atmosphere seemed livelier. Things got increasingly buzzy throughout my stay as the city's inhabitants and visitors prepared for the carnival. The narrow streets, initially dotted with people, eventually became rammed with dedicated carnival goers, all of which were clad in elaborate costumes and intricate masks.
I couldn't believe the masks on display in some of the shop windows, they were all so detailed and varied – and beautiful too. Apparently there are five different types of Venetian mask: Bauta, a mask which covers the whole face, Columbina, a half mask held up by a baton, Moretta, (or Servetta Muta, meaning mute maid servant) a strapless oval mask with wide eyeholes, Larva, a white mask, and the Medico Della Peste (The Plague Doctor), a beaked mask which is by far the most sinister looking.
According to Wikipedia (my favourite factual source), Venetian masks can be made of leather, porcelain or with the original glass technique. Original masks were simple and had practical function, but these days most are made with the application of gold leaf and all are hand-painted and decorated with feathers and gems.
Masks have always been a main feature of the carnival, which began in 1162. It's said that traditionally people were allowed to wear them between the festival of Santo Stefano on December 26 and the start of the carnival season and midnight of Shrove Tuesday.
Masks were also allowed from October 5 to Christmas, meaning people could spend a large portion of the year in disguise. Which, in some respects, is what many women do nowadays anyway, except instead of masks women conceal and decorate their faces with makeup.
Speaking of makeup, there was a lot of face painting going on during the carnival. Children everywhere had their faces decorated with a variety of colourful designs, as did adult women and men alike; I spotted one grown woman who'd had her face painted as a cat!
All around the city there were little pop up stalls where face painters had set up their work stations, and it was there that they dipped their paint brushes into palettes and transformed their customers' faces into carnival-worthy works of art. Typically the face paint designs appeared to dominate the upper left or right side of the face, or around the eyes.
As can be seen on the far left in the picture above, masks aren't the only examples of beauty that you'll find in Venice. I saw this traditional costume in the window of a shop near St Mark's square. Its opulent and intricate design immediately grabbed me. I later saw similar dresses worn by festival goers, also pictured above, which almost looked as authentic as the dress in the shop window.
While Venice's traditional window displays are captivating, equally striking is San Marco's luxurious range of designer shops. The high-end fashion and jewellery on sale was impressive – as were the price tags. In one window I spotted a pair of stunning sunglasses (pictured below) whose winged frames looked straight out of the 1960s.
Louis Vuitton's window display really caught my eye too; behind the pane of glass lay a typewriter that appeared to be spitting out numerous sheets of paper, all of which were carefully and elegantly suspended in mid-air.
Like most things in Venice, thanks to the inclusion of an archaic piece of technology. even this modern Louis Vuitton display felt steeped in antiquity, and the motionless sheets of paper aptly reflected how time in Venice somehow seems to stand still.
The city, whose main trade is tourism, has barely changed in appearance in centuries, and as a result has now become something of an open-air musuem. Sinking at a rate of 2mm per year, who knows how many more centuries Venice and its sleek black gondolas will be with us.
Which is why I really recommend you visit; it's truly one of the most romantic places on the planet, and the historical selection of art, beauty and fashion to be found there is fascinating. The wine and cicchetti are delicious, too (if you ever go, make sure you visit Vini al Bottegon!)


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A "spectacular" holiday weekend for Olympic gold medalist speedskater Shani Davis. The Chicago speedskating hotness won his third straight 1000m event to start the World Cup season. The latest win was Saturday at the Astana World Cup in the central Asian republic of Kazakhstan, reports NBC Sports.
The four-time Olympic medalist Davis took a 1000m in 1 minute, 8.66 seconds, beating surprise Italian Mirko Giacomo Nenzi by .24 of a second. ... Davis was fifth in the 1500m on Friday after taking second and first at the first two 1500m races of the season in Calgary, Alberta, and Salt Lake City, Utah.
Brittany Bowe took gold in the women's competition in Astana.
Davis ended a 15-race winning streak at the World Cup in December 2010. Let's see if he can break record this season.
At the 2006 Turin Winter Games, Shani Davis made history as the first black athlete to win an individual gold medal at the Olympic Winter Games. The 28-year-old Chicagoan won the 1000m gold at the 2006 and 2010 Olympics, as well as 1500M silver at the 2006 and 2010 Olympics. Davis could become the first U.S. man to win a single Winter Olympic event three straight times if he captures the 1000m at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games.


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A Few Thoughts On Parallel Sysplex Test Environments
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Minor Good News On Coupling Facility Performance Reporting
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In recent releases RMF have put the machine serial number into both SMF Type 74 Subtype 4 (Coupling Facility Activity) and SMF Type 70 Subtype 1 (CPU Activity). Actually we get two fields in each case: Plant Number and Sequence Number, which you can put together as eg "51-12345". Soon we'll get another piece of the jigsaw: Partition Number in 74-4. This is a small change but a nice useful one...... [More]
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In the same meeting with RMF Development as ERBSCAN / ERBSHOW was discussed we talked about Parallel Sysplex instrumentation. (Both XCF and Coupling Facility aspects.) One thing I hadn't noticed is the appearance of Subchannel Busy Percentage as a number in the following three places: In Monitor III In the Spreadsheet Reporter As Overview Condition ("SUBCHBP") I think you can do useful work with... [More]
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I'm not sure if anyone's done this before. Certainly I've not seen any results... We're beginning to write up some tests the "A Team" (Alain and Pierre) ran before their return to France. Which provides me with some test data. Fortunately I had a stab at mapping the new fields this data contains. One in particular is Stucture CPU (R744SETM)... So, I got to plotting CPU per request against request... [More]
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I had to eat a little bit of humble pie today - because I made an elementary mistake. I'm going to share it with you - to save you making it, too. :-) And I'm very sure I'm not going to make it in a customer situation. (Residencies are great for making mistakes in a safe environment.) :-) In CFLEVEL 15 and z/OS Release 9 RMF you get a new field at the structure level: R744SETM. This is the CPU... [More]
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Friday, January 9, 2009
The Tao's Wandering Eye: Ty Wigginton
Because he hit more homers than any Blue Jay last year
He hit 23, for those of you who are counting. In just 386 at bats, by the way. And that's 39 fewer AB's than it took for Vernon Wells to hit 20.
Because he's played all over the diamond.
He could slot in at first (if Overbay is hurt or sucks), or at third (if Rolen is hurt), or in the outfield (if the magic just doesn't happen for either Adam Lind or Travis Snider). Or he could DH. Whatever, dude.
Because he's played in the AL East before
And he's posted an OPS of .891 versus the Red Sox and .831 versus the Yankees. If you're into that sort of thing.
Because he's lovably plump and he has a big cranium
Somebody's got to replace Kevin Mench's cartoonishly huge skull in the lineup.
Because we have an uncanny ability to ignore some glaring truths
Like the fact that Wigginton posted a 1.080 OPS in the former Enron Park and a .697 OPS everywhere else.
12 comments:
- eyebleaf said...
Fuck off, T...
Wait, wrong blog.
And I'm soooooooooo into OPS.
And I still think you should be Blue Jays president. Did you hand in your resume?
- January 9, 2009 at 5:51 PM
- Torgen said...
Didn't Keith Law cover this? Guys who have been starters and would make good backups are bad investments because they want to be paid like starters.
- January 9, 2009 at 6:35 PM
ty wigginton is pmuch a worse jose bautista
iirc klaw was pretty adamant that wigginton blows and any success he has is entirely park dependent so maybe the jays should stick with teh far supreior player they already have? idk
- January 9, 2009 at 7:02 PM
- dave said...
What would a contract with him look like?
- January 9, 2009 at 8:00 PM
Sad thing is, he's probably out of Toronto's price range.
- January 10, 2009 at 1:17 AM
- Darren Priest said...
Tao and his lowered expectations. You must have been the most cooperative child ever, Tao.
"Mom, can I get this Transformer?"
"No, Tao, we can't afford it."
"Oh, alright, how about this Go Bot?"
"That's a good, boy!"
- January 10, 2009 at 1:35 PM
- The Southpaw said...
He seems to think he can pull $6 mil per.
That's a lot of bling for a guy who's only somewhat better than Bautista (better, yes, but not 6 mil better)
- January 10, 2009 at 2:50 PM
- Ian H. said...
Damn Go Bots, and their lowered expectations.
- January 10, 2009 at 9:36 PM
well Giambi signed for real cheap. I think this wouldn't be a bad investment, even if in 2010 or 2011 he is used exclusively as a bench player.
- January 11, 2009 at 4:34 AM
- Chris said...
My eye is wandering to the pic of Hazel Mae in the post below...
- January 12, 2009 at 10:41 AM
Is Petitte for one year-$12/13, too expensive?
Its a solid front end option for the rotation.
- January 12, 2009 at 11:04 AM
- Torgen said...
If the Canadian dollar skyrockets, then maybe.
- January 12, 2009 at 12:45 PM


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Oren Peli wasn't satisfied with scaring the bejeezus out of you in the theater, so he's bringing his particular brand of horror right into your TV.
Best known as the writer-director-producer at the helm of the "Paranormal Activity" franchise, Peli's made frightful "found footage" his stock in trade. With his new ABC series "The River," he puts a fresh spin on his signature cinematic style: when famed explorer and TV personality Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) goes missing on an expedition in the Amazon, his wife Tess (Leslie Hope) and son Lincoln (Joe Anderson) put aside the "perfect TV family" façade and face their fractured bonds as they embark on a search for their lost patriarch. Along the way, they dsicover snippets of video from Emmet's fateful trek as they trek deeper and deeper into the dark and deadly jungle.
"It actually started with an idea that I had for a movie, which was much more simple than the way 'The River' has evolved," says Peli. "It was just going to be about a documentary crew that has gone missing in the rainforest, and filming the rescue mission to find them. And I developed this idea with a couple of my producing partners, and we just put it aside and went on to produce other films. Then I had a meeting with Steven Spielberg, and he told me, 'Hey, we should do a TV show together,' and I'm thinking, 'Okay. Sure, whatever you say.'"
"At that point I was barely figuring out the world of movies - I had no idea about anything with TV," Peli continues. "I tried to come up with some cool idea for a TV show, and months went by and I didn't have any idea. And then one day, we're just hanging out with Michael Perry, the writer of 'Paranormal Activity 2,' and we're just chatting about ideas of shows ‑‑ of movies that we thought about and never produced. And we're telling him about this idea for the missing rainforest expedition, and he goes crazy for this, like why waste it on one movie? You can turn it into a whole TV show, and every episode they get into another adventure. And then we came up with the idea of making it on the boat on the river and pitched it to DreamWorks, and they loved it. And we kept developing it, and then Michael Green and Zack Estrin came on board, and, you know, it became 'The River.'"
"The foundations were there in what Oren and Michael Perry had come up with," says Green, a writer-producer known for his work on "Heroes" and the "Green Lantern" film. "As soon as they approached me with it, I just said, you know, without even looking at it, 'How scary are you willing to go on this?' And Patrick Moran at the studio actually was the one who answered it. I have to credit him with it because it was a great answer. He said 'You can go as scary as you want, as long as we care about the people.' And I just took that as a marching order and thought you'll be so much more invested week to week if you got to know these people, if they felt like real people – as opposed to in a horror and thriller, where you'd end up with a lot of just sort of surface stereotypes. We wanted you to be worried about these people, and that was the real focus."
Producer Zack Estrin ("Prison Break," "Tru Calling") says the show will be as horrific as television will allow – but that doesn't mean it will be gory. "Some people will consider horror this sort of really in‑your‑face gore, some people will consider horror to be tension," he says. "For us, I think real scares come from the anticipation of something happening: the waiting, the silence, the little rattle outside. The challenge is going to be to do this on television where you have to break for commercials six times, to be honest."
Estrin says the backdrop of the Amazon has provided fertile territory for original-feeling horror plots, beyond the overarching mystery behind Cole's vanishing act. "Each week, we're sort of culling from real legends and lore of that region in the Amazon," he says. "So for as many episodes as we are blessed to have, we've got spooks and scare things for a week‑to‑week basis based on real stuff from down there – real scares."
Although Greenwood's missing character is set up as the object of his family's quest, the found footage element will keep Cole at the forefront throughout the series. "One of the things that appealed to me the most about the character at the outset was he's a guy that's happy to wake up in the morning," says Greewood. "He's got a lot of joy in him – this guy was a guy that believed deeply in his love for his wife and his love for his son. So as a starting place of joy, for me, I thought that would be a fun, fun zone to be in when you go to work, particularly if the show succeeds and you're doing it for a long time. However, he discovers something out there that changes his view of the world and his ability to tap into that joy, so there's a wrestling match there for him – which is fun to invest in."
Leslie Hope says she was drawn to the project because it mirrors her off-screen interests. "For me in my real life, I have made documentary films, I've been to the Amazon and lived with a tribe in the jungle. That sort of so lined up with my real personality. The reality is, doing a TV show, you're kind of left with yourself, right? I mean, there's only so much acting you can do week after week after week after week. And what you sort of want to line up – in my world anyway –something's that sort of close enough to you that when you're not as good on the day, your own stuff can maybe prop you up a little bit. So I felt very, very privileged to have a job that lined up with my own character of me, Leslie, as closely as this did."
Only Hope feels fairly secure among the cast. "I was on a TV show where I got killed sort of unexpectedly – in my mind – a year ago," she laughs. "I thought I was all in good shape because I was playing the wife of the hero, and I was pregnant. And I ended up getting stabbed in the guts, right? So Michael Green made a promise that it would be at least 40 episodes before they would kill me and stab me in the guts. Call it a spoiler."
"The River" debuts with a two-hour special Tuesday, February 7th at 9 PM ET on ABC


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Magnum Workshop with Patrick Zachmann
May 20, 2013
by Patrick Zachmann
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As part of Magnum Paris' 2013 educational program, collective photographer and filmmaker, Patrick Zachmann, will lead a five-day practical workshop, giving twelve photographers the opportunity to absorb the wisdom he's has amassed over his long and distinguished career.
The workshop will be held inside the Magnum Photos' agency – 19, rue Hégésippe Moreau, 75018 Paris - from July 17th to 21st, 2013.
Photography as an "Aller-Retour" Between the Outside world and Oneself
"This workshop will assist participants in developing their own unique personal vision and ability to tell a story visually. Thinking about one's subject, one's approach and successfully editing your pictures is as important as being in the field. Over the course of five days, I will talk deeply about photography; the choice of the subject, the 'right' distance to find, the point of view, the composition, the ethics, how to approach the people, the form to choose to use the content, the editing process, the story telling… We'll analyse together the difficulties faced in the field, review how to resolve them and understand how to combine the intention of the photographer with the result.
During my workshops, I alternate between screen projections of my work (photographic series, web-docs or video movies) and portfolios reviews of participants' works. After having discussed the story ideas of each photographer and sharing tips and guidance, participants will spend two days devoted to shooting sessions. I believe a photographer should dedicate most of his time before and after the shooting; like in a movie making process. I always insist on the fact that during my workshops, the main goal is not necessarily the shooting session, but the experience of it and the human and professional exchange."
-Patrick Zachmann
Patrick Zachmann Bio
Patrick Zachmann has been a freelance photographer since 1976 and member of Magnum Photos since 1990. He has dedicated himself to long-term projects on the cultural identity, memory and immigration of different communities. From 1982 to 1984, he worked both on a project on highway landscapes (backed by the French Ministry of Culture), and on the challenges of integration facing young immigrants in the northern neighbourhoods of Marseilles.
In 1982, he plunged into the violent world of the Neapolitan police and Mafia - the Camorra - resulting in the publication of a book and a fictional text inspired by his cinematographic images. In 1987, after devoting seven years to a personal project about Jewish identity, Zachmann published his second book, Enquête d'Identité ou Un Juif à la Recherche de sa Mémoire (Inquest on Identity or a Jew in Search of His
Memory). In 1989, his story on the events at Beijing's Tiananmen Square was widely published in the international press. That year, he was awarded the prestigious Prix Niepce.
For the next six years, Zachmann continued his research on the Chinese diaspora around the world, and in 1995, published his acclaimed book, W., ou L'Œil d'un Long Nez, accompanied by an exhibition that toured in 10 countries in Asia and Europe. Between 1996 and 1998, Zachmann directed the short film La Mémoire de Mon Père (My Father's Memory), followed by his first feature-length film, Allers-retour: Journal d'un Photographe (Round Trip: Diary of a Photographer), which captures the disappearing traces of memory, particularly in Chile.
In 2006, he began a new project, entitled Confusions Chinoises (Chinese Confusions), for which he received a grant from the French Fine Arts Delegation (DAP). Additionally, he taught classes at the National School for Decorative Arts in Paris and the Institute Superiore di Fotografia e di Communication in Rome.
From 2006 to 2008, he directed a feature film called Bar Centre des Autocars, about the destinies of 10 young people whom he had photographed 20 years earlier from Marseille's poorest neighborhoods. In May 2009, at the Cité d'Histoire de l'Immigration in Paris (Centre for the History of Immigration), Zachmann will present his entire body of work about immigration and the suburbs, spanning 25 years.
Patrick Zachmann's portfolio is viewable on the Magnum website
This workshop is not about learning technical skills, but rather improving each student's own unique photographic vision. Workshops will be held in French/English and the class will be assigned an assistant who will facilitate the workshop and help students when it comes to technical or logistical issues. In addition what is sure to be a fruitful dynamic in class, there will also be ample informal time for forum, sharing and cross-pollination of ideas with other teachers and students.
Through the generous support of Magnum's educational partners, Blurb, workshop participants will also have the opportunity to further their editing experience through the production of a group Blurb books. The session will culminate in a projection of participant work at the Magnum Paris office.
Workshop participants should be able to show a good level of photographic aptitude. Candidates will be expected to arrive comfortable with their equipment and ready to photograph. The workshop is limited to just 12 participants and photographers will be subject to online applications. We recommend participants arrive with at least one realistic project idea they wish to develop during the workshop, and that preliminary research be conducted before the workshop begins. This should include contact liaison, access information and even early shooting – please refer to your teacher's specific requirements.
Due to the fast pace of the workshop, Magnum highly recommends that participants produce and edit their work digitally, using their own laptops. Individuals wishing to use film may do so, but at their own cost and during the time imposed. Lab services will be recommended.
950€ (does not include travel, accommodations or on-the-ground expenses). All fees must be paid within 7 days of acceptance or you will forfeit your space. Refund policies will be emailed with acceptance letter.
Please note: Magnum Photos reserves the right to cancel groups with less than 7 participants. Students will be given either a full refund or offered a place with an alternative photographer. In the event of a cancellation, students will be given at least 2 weeks advance notice.
Magnum Photos reserves the right to change or alter the program advertised.
- If a participant decides to cancel for whatever reason, it must be confirmed in writing:
. Magnum Photos will reimburse all the registration costs except for €100 administrative fee, if the participant informs Magnum Photos of cancellation at least 3 weeks before the first day of the workshop. Beyond this time limit, Magnum Photos will charge the following:
. 50% of the cost if cancelled between 6 and 20 days before the workshop commences.
. 100% of the cost if cancelled less than 5 days before the workshop commences.
. All workshops that are commenced but not completed through the fault of either the contractor/or participant need to be paid in full.
- Magnum Photos is not responsible for reimbursement of travel expenses in case a workshop is cancelled. We recommend that you buy refundable air tickets and/or travel insurance.
Travel & Accommodation
Participants are expected to make their own arrangements regarding travel and accommodation; a list of suitable accommodation options will be provided to successful candidates. International visitors can travel to Paris from most major terminals. Please ensure you have the necessary travel documents & relevant visas in order to attend the event. Magnum Photos can provide letters of support when necessary.
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The first deadline for acceptance is June 30th, and qualified applicants will be selected through a combination of the merit of their work and their personal statement, and the order of their application's receipt. All applications received after June 30th will be reviewed, space permitting.
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West Ham United piled on the misery for Queens Park Rangers with a 2-1 win at Loftus Road on Monday that left their London rivals rooted to the bottom of the Premier League.
Sam Allardyce's side moved up to seventh after first-half goals from Matt Jarvis and Ricardo Vaz Te put the Hammers firmly in control.
QPR got one back through Adel Taarabt after the break, but the late dismissal of Mali midfielder Samba Diakite killed off the hosts, who have now lost four and drawn two of their first six matches.
In contrast, West Ham celebrated their third win of the campaign and their first on their travels.
There was more good news for the Irons as England striker Andy Carroll, on loan from Liverpool, returned as a second-half substitute to make his first appearance since suffering a hamstring injury on his debut.
"We are a newly promoted team, and we have taken the game to QPR and led through two quality finishes," Allardyce said. "Then we had to show the other side of our character, which is good honest hard work and defending."
"We were very poor, certainly in the first half, where we were second to every ball and didn't get anywhere near to the level we need to be at to get results in the Premier League," QPR manager Mark Hughes said.
Allardyce's men made a dream start in the third minute when Vaz Te pulled the ball back for Kevin Nolan and the skipper looped a cross toward Jarvis, unmarked at the back post, and he headed home from close range.
Jarvis was only playing because of an injury to Matt Taylor and his first goal for West Ham since his £10.75 million (US$17.4 million) pre-season move from Wolverhampton Wanderers was a well-timed reminder to Allardyce of what he can bring to the team.
Mohamed Diame almost doubled West Ham's lead soon after when his long-range effort took a wicked deflection off a defender and flew over QPR goalkeeper Julio Cesar, only to drop just the wrong side of the post.
QPR nearly earned a fortunate equalizer when Esteban Granero's corner was misjudged by Hammers goalkeeper Jussi Jaaskelainen, but the ball cannoned to safety off teammate James Collins.
West Ham lost defender Winston Reid in that incident as he was forced to come off after briefly being knocked unconscious when Jasskelainen crashed into him, while just minutes later Allardyce also had to replace Joey O'Brien due to an injury, but those enforced alterations could not disrupt West Ham and the east Londoners increased their lead in the 35th minute.
QPR were guilty of sloppy defending as a corner was only half-cleared and James Tomkins played the ball back in to Vaz Te, who marked his 26th birthday with a slightly fortunate goal that deflected off Stephane Mbia and squeezed past a weak attempted save by former Inter star Cesar.
Djibril Cisse threatened to drag QPR back into the game with a fine strike that Jaaskelainen tipped over, before Hughes sent on Diakite and Taarabt for Park Ji-sung and Shaun Wright-Phillips in a bid to spark his side into life after the break, and the move paid off just 84 seconds later.
In the 57th minute, Morocco international midfielder Taarabt collected the ball wide on the left, cut inside and unleashed a sublime curling strike that gave Jaaskelainen no chance.
The hosts were only denied an equalizer thanks to Jaaskelainen, who brilliantly pushed away Granero's shot, and Allardyce responded by sending on Carroll for the final 20 minutes.


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Column: Jason Leffler's death won't change driver culture
Another race car driver is dead, but that cold fact won't discourage a single racer from competing this weekend.
Jason Leffler, 37, died Wednesday night from a blunt force neck injury after a crash at a dirt track in Swedesboro, N.J., according to the Delaware County (Pa.) medical examiner. He left behind 5-year-old son Charlie, who friends said idolized his father.
Those outside racing might wonder what Leffler, who drove his only NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race this season last weekend at Pocono, was doing in Wednesday night's race in the first place. Leffler wasn't a superstar, but he wasn't a local short track racer, either. So why do drivers like Leffler risk everything to enter a minor league event?
LEFFLER:Dies after crash at New Jersey dirt track
STEWART:Will race dirt track event July 3
"Because they are true racers, and that is what they do," said former Charlotte Motor Speedway president H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler.
And in the motor sports culture, being a "racer" is everything.
They do it for the love of speed, competition and the thrill of taking the checkered flag -- but they all know what could happen when they strap into a car capable of traveling at uncomfortable speeds and then push those machines to the very edge.
Drivers can't win without finding the line between maximum speed and wrecking, so they go right up to it and sometimes go over – with disastrous results.
But that's not a deterrent. Racing is in their blood, in their souls. Many would race every day if they could, no matter what kind of car or venue. The risks are part of the sport.
There have been no deaths in NASCAR's Sprint Cup circuit since Dale Earnhardt's fatal crash in the 2001 Daytona 500, thanks in part to safety innovations such as soft walls, head and neck devices and a dramatically safer car.
But the type of racing done on dirt tracks is a different story. The cars and tracks are not as safe – there are no SAFER barriers, for example, and the cars are more open -- leaving the drivers less protected. The risk level is undeniably greater.
"We all know the danger of racing," Sprint Cup driver David Stremme tweeted Thursday. "Our racing family will tell Charlie for years to come how (Leffler) loved him and how he loved to race."
PHOTOS: Remembering NASCAR driver Jason Leffler
Leffler wasn't the only driver to moonlight on short tracks.
Superstar NASCAR drivers such as Kasey Kahne and three-time Sprint Cup champion Tony Stewart, who grew up on dirt tracks in Indiana, race on dirt all the time. Countless others make it a hobby, from Clint Bowyer to Dave Blaney – who was in Wednesday night's race with Leffler.
Though Leffler couldn't capitalize on Cup rides with Chip Ganassi Racing (2001) and Joe Gibbs Racing (2005), he was a NASCAR regular until last year. The fact he could race anything opened more doors.
"Many drivers will venture outside NASCAR even after a long career to minor-league venues in potent and sometimes dangerous race cars," Wheeler said. "We have probably the only sport where an athlete does this particularly in the late shadow of a career."
Bad things can happen, yet drivers keep racing. They always will.
Sure, they mourn when one of their own is lost. But races go on as scheduled, filled with drivers as resolute as ever to keep pushing those limits.
It's the kind of tough-guy mentality we've heard from many NFL players throughout the concussion debate over the last year: Yeah, we know the risks – but we want to play anyway. The rewards – joy and fulfilling a passion -- outweigh the risks for them.
We don't yet know what happened in Leffler's crash -- New Jersey state police are still investigating -- but the circumstances won't have an impact on anyone's decision to race.
Drivers simply don't spend much time thinking about death until forced to by an accident like the one Wednesday. But when they do, it's almost immediately accepted and then defined by them as part of the sport.
"We hop in our race cars each time, jeopardizing the chances of hopping back out," Camping World Truck Series rookie Darrell Wallace Jr. tweeted.
And yet?
They still show up to race and have fun, hoping to hang out afterward and swap stories – sometimes deep into the night. There's little consideration of a bad accident happening, and certainly not to them.
"(Wednesday) night brought up the reality that we all as race car drivers try to block out," Truck driver Matt Crafton wrote on Twitter.
Leffler will be mourned for years. His family, friends and fans will never forget him; their loss will stay with them always.
But those same people will race on in his name.
It's what racers do.
Contributing: Nate Ryan
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TO MARY WILLIS SHELBURNE: On Lewis's own rule for assisting pan- handlers; and on the suffering and eternal destiny of animals.
26 October 1962
I do most thoroughly agree with your father's principles about alms. It will not bother me in the hour of death to reflect that I have been 'had for a sucker' by any number of impostors: but it would be a torment to know that one had refused even one person in need. After all, the parable of the sheep and goats (Matthew 25: 31ff) makes our duty perfectly plain, doesn't it? Another thing that annoys me is when people say 'Why did you give that man money? He'll probably go and drink it.' My reply is 'But if I'd kept [it] I should probably have drunk it.' . . .
I am sorry to hear of the little dog's death. The animal creation is a strange mystery. We can make some attempt to understand human suffering: but the sufferings of animals from the beginning of the world till now (inflicted not only by us but by one another)—what is one to think? And again, how strange that God brings us into such intimate relations with creatures of whose real purpose and destiny we remain forever ignorant. We know to some degree what angels and men are for. But what is a flea for, or a wild dog?
From The Collected Letters of C.S. Lewis, Volume III
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Local health officials are advising residents to avoid eating raw shellfish and exposing open wounds in seawater.
Henry "Butch" Konietzky cast his net into the Halifax River last Saturday as he had done for more than five decades. He never expected it would be his last time catching crabs for dinner.
The 59-year-old Palm Coast resident died Monday night after he was exposed to bacteria in the water.
"We are all still in shock," said Konietzky's daughter Sheila Konietzky. "What's really devastating is that he fished his whole life. For something like this to take him away from us so quickly, without warning, is really scary."
Local health officials are advising residents to avoid eating raw shellfish and exposing open wounds in seawater after Konietzky's death and two cases of the same illnesses reported in Volusia and Flagler counties in the last month. The two most recent cases are linked to open-wound exposure to the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus in the Halifax River near High Bridge Road in Ormond Beach, said Flagler Health Department Administrator Patrick Johnson. So far this year nine deaths and 26 cases have been reported statewide. In 2011, a total of 35 cases were reported in Florida.
"This is an illness that generally happens when someone eats raw oysters but that's not the case here," Johnson said. "Because the two most recent cases are linked to the same area, we wanted to make the public aware."
The first case in Volusia County occurred in late August after a person consumed raw oysters. An investigation, however, determined those oysters were consumed in Louisiana, said Volusia County Health Department director Dr. Bonnie Sorensen.
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacterium that normally lives in warm seawater and is in the same family as cholera. Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain. People who have compromised immune systems caused by illnesses such as liver disease or HIV/AIDS are more likely to die from the bacteria.
"We are advising residents to cook all seafood and avoid going into the water with open wounds," Sorensen said. Sorensen also recommended wearing gloves and washing hands after handling raw shellfish.
Sheila Konietzky said that her father did not have any visible wounds before wading knee-deep in the Halifax River last week. He also did not have any other known health problems. When Konietzky noticed lesions on his leg several hours after fishing, he went to the emergency room with his wife, Patty. But the bacteria quickly spread through Konietzky's body, causing his kidneys to shut down.
"We didn't even know this type of bacteria existed," she said. "He has been in and out of that water his entire life."
Editor's note: So far this year nine deaths and 26 cases of exposure to the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus have been reported statewide and not as initially indicated.


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The public calls upon the police to handle a vast range of incidents. In 2014, patrol officers responded to or initiated just under 55,000 calls for service. As a result of these responses, officers reported on over 8,900 incidents involving criminal activity and traffic violations.
Directed or Tactical Patrol Response uses accurate and timely information to predict when and where crimes are likely to be committed. In cooperation with other agency divisions, analysis of reported crimes, and general intelligence gathering, patrol efforts are directed to predicted problem areas. Bike patrol and the Hotel and Motel units are examples of tactical responses that are available.
Bike Patrol Officers are certified Bike officers and have attended a 40 hour Police Mountain Bike School and are members of The International Police Mountain Bike Association. The Police Department has two officers assigned to the bike unit. The officers will log over 100 miles of bike patrol in one month depending on the month to include their logged patrol time in a police cruiser. While on bike patrol, businesses and residences are checked by officers. Patrol by bicycle lends the officer the capability to be stealthy in their approach as opposed to a marked police cruiser and has proven successful on many occasions. This double duty has resulted in many arrests which are logged in our Press Release section of the police department's web page.
The Union Township Canine Unit has proven to be an effective tool. Officer Mark Stephens and his canine "Daron" have been on patrol since April 2008. "Daron" is cross-trained to detect illegal narcotics and to search and track people. The canine unit is available not only to Union Township, but other agencies in the surrounding area as well.
The agency views traffic enforcement as an important responsibility, intended to protect lives and property. Clermont County consistently ranks among the top counties in Ohio for reported traffic crashes. The majority of traffic crashes in Clermont County occur in Union and Miami townships. Union Township officers investigated over 1,800 traffic crashes last year. Traffic crashes account for 20 percent of all reports handled by Union Township officers. The agency has four officers that are certified traffic accident reconstructionists to investigate serious and fatal traffic accidents.
Community Oriented Policing
Officers involved in community oriented policing assist in initiating, developing and sustaining all township blockwatch programs, conducting child safety talks, maintaining the citizen ride along program as well as various other public speaking engagements. Community oriented police officers are also responsible for putting on the annual Citizen Police Academy as well as the annual Police Night Out event.
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Personnel Division
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Investigative Bureau
The Investigative Bureau is run by Lt. Scott Blankenship. Lt. Blankenship is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute's Administrative Officer's Course. The Investigative Bureau is staffed by 19 employees including 5 detectives, 13 communication specialists and an administrative officer. The bureau consists of the Investigative Division, Communications Division and Administrative Division.
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The Investigation division utilizes the assistance from the agency's Polygraph and Computer Forensics Units to aid in major case investigations.
The division attempts to take a proactive approach to identify situations or circumstances which may require police attention. Information and intelligence is provided to the Patrol Division in an effort to target problem areas and increase chances of criminal apprehensions.
Administrative Division
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Communications Division
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Central Records Section
Union Township has a records clerk on duty from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Record requests such as local background checks, report requests, and vendor permits are handled by the clerk who also takes care of any other requests of walk-ins.
Records mailing address: 4312 Gleneste-withamsville Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45245
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Communications Section
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If you're looking forward to a New Year's Eve celebration – but not to the organizing, cooking and cleaning that's usually involved – think about ringing in the New Year on a cruise ship.
Cruise ships are all about relaxation and enjoyment, so they are tailor-made for fabulous New Year's Eve experiences. You can spend the day relaxing on deck, getting a jump on your resolutions with a pre-party workout in the gym, doing some touring on shore or pampering yourself in the ship's spa.
New Year's Eve festivities vary a bit depending on the cruise line and ship you choose, but you can expect special dinner menus, festive drinks (with or without alcohol), lots of live music and dancing, party games and special events just for kids and teens. As midnight approaches, the party hats and noisemakers will come out, followed by a toast to the New Year and perhaps a midnight buffet to fuel you until morning. When you are ready to sleep, your stateroom will be waiting for you with a freshly turned-down bed.
When selecting a cruise that includes New Year's Eve, be aware that some cruise ports are quiet on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, while others bustle with activity as usual – your Cruise Holidays personal cruise expert can provide guidance. If you prefer to stay on board and take full advantage of the ship's amenities during the New Year celebration, you might like a cruise that spends the holiday at sea.
Also, consider the advantages of larger ships and smaller ships. Larger ships tend to be more family-oriented (which means there will be plenty of kids). If you prefer a kid-free environment, smaller ships tend to attract more adults who are not traveling with kids; and, some cruise lines offer adults-only cruises. You should probably pack your most elegant party clothes for a small-ship New Year's Eve, too, while a large ship's dress code may be more casual.
It's best to make plans for any holiday season cruise well in advance to ensure the availability of the ship and itinerary you want. Still, if you'd like to ring in the coming year on a cruise, call Cruise Holidays right away to find out what's available.
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David Stern's biggest success in the NBA was promoting his players
In the middle of a spectacular flameout that would come to define his supernova career, Gilbert Arenas called The Washington Post sports department. It was the day after Arenas had bizarrely tried to make light of his bringing guns into the Wizards locker room by pantomiming six-shooters during pregame introductions, and David Stern had just indefinitely suspended him for the rest of the season.
A few moments later, the NBA commissioner was calling in on another line:
"Before you hang up with him to talk to me," Stern began, "tell Gilbert one thing and one thing only: It's not personal. I like him. But right now, I need to protect him from himself."
By then, January 2010, the NBA of Magic, Larry and Michael - the forces of personality and panache that amazingly combined for 14 of the league's 19 titles between 1980 and 1998 - were long gone.
The arrival of the counterculture athletic hero was here. The sheen from Jordan's beautiful Italian wool ties and suits and soothing "Quite naturally" answers in postgame news conferences had been replaced by Allen Iverson in sweats and do-rag, incredulously "talkin' about practice."
It wasn't 1980, four years before an NBA lawyer from Teaneck, N.J., with a cheesy mustache inherited one of the toughest jobs in American sports: selling a predominantly black product to a predominantly white audience.
It wasn't even 1992, when a bigger vision of Stern's had incredibly come to fruition in Barcelona: the world wholly buying America's game.
This was after Ron Artest went into the stands, after a rogue referee named Tim Donaghy threatened to open up a Pandora's box on every officiating conspiracy theory dreamed up.
This was, really, Stern at his finest: identifying the knuckleheads bringing dishonor to the good souls in his league, taking executive action before the product suffered anymore.
David Stern is 72 now. He will step down as commissioner Saturday, after a longer commissioner tenure than even Pete Rozelle, who made the NFL the colossus it is today.
Maybe you don't care about this. Maybe you think Stern relinquishing power should have happened 10 years ago. Maybe you think his annual proclamations of the NBA's growth sounds like the old Jon Lovitz character from "Saturday Night Live" - "Yeah, that's the ticket" - and that monotone, genteel, slightly nauseating tone won't be missed.
But it will.
This isn't an appreciation, because there were several things not to appreciate about Stern. He could feign compromise while absolutely crushing his negotiating foes. He could be smug and pedantic with his critics. And while Stern wanted to hear what his minions had to say at Olympic Tower, there were often two ways to do things on Fifth Avenue: David's Way and the Wrong Way.
But Magic Johnson's first title in 1980 was shown on tape delay; now networks bid almost a billion dollars to now televise NBA games. When Stern started, the average player salary was $250,000; now it's about $5.5 million. Going rate for a franchise was $12 million; it's now $650 million.
Stern never lost an entire regular season or a postseason to labor disputes. Neither Bud Selig nor Gary Bettman can say that. Even on his most omnipotent, arrogant days he also never took on the imperiousness of a Roger Goodell.
David was still David.
Another personal anecdote: During an appearance on Bob Costas's former HBO show, Stern was asked about a passage I had written that essentially said there were a dozen or so knucklehead characters in the league (Rasheed Wallace was one of them) who were destroying the good reputations of more than 400 other players, that the bad characters were casting aspersions on everyone.
"Mike Wise wrote that?" he asked Costas repeatedly, even inexplicably coming back to it 20 minutes later in the program.
Adam Silver, then a league executive and now Stern's successor, told me to call Stern and patch things up.
When Stern's secretary put me through, I quipped, "So I guess you didn't like what I wrote the other day, huh?"
"Hey Mike," Stern said, his voice rising, "[Expletive] you!" He hung up in a rage.
When I saw him three months later, he acted as if nothing happened.
"You know what that was about?" he said Thursday night by telephone from Manhattan. "My job was to protect our players and our league. That's what it's always been. And I had been told by columnists in the late 1970s that America would never accept our league because it was too black. You develop thick skin over the years, but you never forget what that feels like. After the Artest incident, how many people said, 'The NBA is full of thugs and punks?' What were they really saying there?"
My friend Jason Whitlock and I disagree on a central point about Stern's legacy: that his total acceptance of hip-hop culture caused the NBA to further polarize itself from a mainstream audience.
I don't believe that. I believe that the decline of the NBA's popularity started with Michael Jordan's second retirement after the Bulls' second three-peat in 1998. The natural evolution of the game's next star didn't happen soon enough for a league that lost 32 games per team to labor strife in 1999 and really had no transcendent star to fall back on.
Help has come again, in the form of LeBron James and Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry and a cadre of young, marketable stars.
In hindsight, Stern didn't sell a black sport to white America; he sold great athletes and good stories to a paying audience willing to accept some of the flawed characters for who they were.
Stern won't get enough credit for some of his best work: his compassion and empathy for the most discriminated among us, not just poor black kids, many of whom grew up in America's most impoverished neighborhoods. No, he stood for John Amaechi after the former center came out as gay in his autobiography. When Tim Hardaway made anti-gay comments in reference to Amaechi in 2007, Hardaway's livelihood in the NBA suddenly ceased. Stern wasn't having bigotry.
Micheal Ray Richardson, banned for life from the NBA for repeated cocaine use, credits Stern with saving his life. They are still friends today.
In October, Stern received the W.E.B. Du Bois Medal at Harvard with other esteemed honorees for his contribution to African-American culture. He won't say it, but he is probably more proud of that award than any other.
Stern intrinsically knew at some point that America was going to have to accept a dreadlocked black athlete with body art and not automatically assume, "Gangsta." He knew that the small-minded who clung to covertly racist beliefs were going to be left behind in a marketplace that now endorses Robert Griffin III and is realizing that Richard Sherman can't be dismissed and ignored as another Angry Black Man.
"I wanted people to accept modern-day athletes for who they are, not for who you wanted them to be," he said before we hung up. "I hope people understood that."


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Few drinks inspire more disagreement about its proper constitution than the gimlet; the question is whether to use Rose's lime juice instead of fresh lime juice. There is a historical precedent for the bottled lime juice, and for a good part of the last fifty years Rose's was the closest you'd come to lime juice of any kind at any bar. If the 1950s are your aesthetic, there is a kind of cool "better living through chemistry" kind of vibe to the syrupy texture of Rose's. When you survey the crowded refrigerator door shelves in your neighbors' houses, you are likely to spy the familiar bottle of pale green syrup lurking there.
There are those who feel you should use fresh juice if at all possible, despite the cocktail's legacy. To be sure, there's a summeriness about fresh lime in this drink—especially if you make the gimlet with gin—that cannot be duplicated in any other drink.
I provide three ways to make the gimlet. The third is my middle-of-the-road version, and, like all middle-of-the-road things, it pleases everyone without commitment. It's quite nice, actually, especially if you've run out of simple syrup.–Eben Klemm
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Author Eben Klemm has just one more variation to offer for this recipe: "If you switch to white rum and use the lime juice and simple syrup, you will have a daiquiri. I don't like to hide this drink in the shadow of another, but it's clear to see that they are essentially the same drink. The daiquiri carries with it the same curse as the martini and the margarita: with great popularity come multiple variations, and with multiple variations come ideas that often lie very far from the drinks' original intent."
- Quick Glance
- Serves 1
IngredientsEmail Grocery List
- For the simple syrup (if using)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- For the gimlet
- 2 ounces gin or vodka
- 1 ounce Rose's lime juice
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- 2 ounces gin or vodka
- 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup
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- 2 ounces gin or vodka
- 1/2 ounce Rose's lime juice
- 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
- Lime wedge or grated lime zest, for garnish
- Make the simple syrup (if using)
- 1. In a saucepan, bring the water and sugar to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the syrup is clear, about 5 minutes. Let the syrup cool and store in a tightly lidded container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Make the gimlet
- 2. Pour the gin or vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup (if using) into a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously 20 times.
- 3. Strain the chilled and blended cocktail into a martini glass and serve straight up, garnished with the lime wedge or a pinch of grated lime zest floated on the surface.
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In the latest edition of TILTING AT WINDMILLS, Brian Hibbs poses the question "Are publishers trying to kill the periodical comic?" and offers up examples of why it's worth asking in light of modern market realities.
The time has arrived for the annual TILTING AT WINDMILLS analysis of the sales numbers for 2009 graphic novels in the bookstore market, and this year, Brian Hibbs looks at them in more depth than ever before.
Brian Hibbs is back with a new TILTING that takes a look at comic pundit prognosticating about the coming year, physical comics versus their digital counterparts and Marvel's recent DC Comics "Blackest Night" return promotion.
Brian Hibbs returns this month and explains not only why the comic book industry is as healthy as it ever was, if not healthier, but also why the Original Graphic Novel may not necessarily be the end-all be-all comic book format of the future.
Brian Hibbs takes a look at Diamond Distributors and finds that, while he wouldn't call the comic book wholesaler blameless, the problems faced by today's retailers aren't solely due to the distributor's monopoly status.
Brian Hibbs looks back at what Paul Levitz has meant to the Direct Market over the last few decades, and what his exit from DC's executive branch may mean, not only for DC Comics, but for the entire comic book publishing industry.
This month, Brian takes a good look at the direct market, measures the pros and cons of the non-returnability aspect of it's set-up and explains why, in his mind, there's very little reason for retailers to want that to change.
What do Neil Gaiman, Tyrese Gibson, social networking and guerilla marketing have to do with each other? Quite a bit, it turns out, as Brian Hibbs illustrates in Tilting at Windmills latest cautionary tale.
"Captain America" #600's big release has come and gone, and fans have been debating the issue heavily all week, but what was the end result for the retailers? Brian Hibbs is back with his analysis of the event from the front lines.
This month, Brian Hibbs takes an in depth look into the whole "Wolverine" #73 before #72 controversy and whether or not it had the intended results for his store. Plus, Free Comic Book Day and how to make it even better.


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I have been able to find jungle style hammocks at a couple of army surplus stores. Might be a cheap way to get started:
Hammock Setup Under $100
Army Style Jungle Hammock - $39.00
Strapworks Simple Sling 20' with 1" loops Seatbelt material - $10.00
4 SMC Rappeling Rings - $12.00
2 Carabiners - approx $15
That's about $76 with $37 of that being new suspension, which is totally optional. Also unless you are expecting a downpour, the covering on this hammock should suffice so no need for an extra tarp unless you just really want one. It has a bugshield built in.
I will say this, most of them are not really built for extreme comfort or maybe not even for comfort at all. They are pretty narrow. I did survive a couple of what had to be close to single digit nights out snow camping at 8000' in Feb. a couple years ago with a few layers of clothes, a nice mummy bag, a Walmart blue pad, and my military jungle hammock. It was chilly, but definitely survivable. I seem to have a soft spot in my heart for my old hammock.


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International Women's Day is a time to reflect upon what we can do to improve diversity in our companies. It's a time to contemplate what we can do to encourage employees to venture beyond the beaten path. Of course, a broader framework is required that gives people the opportunity to pursue goals and interests that might not be career-related at first glance. But individual action is necessary, too.
Fortuna favet fortibus: My story
Ordinary things bore me. At first sight, leading an orderly life and following a five-year plan might seem alluring, but in the long run I think it's a bleak perspective on life. That's why I have always tried to follow this principle: Fortuna favet fortibus, which means Fortune favors the bold. It's a Latin proverb that still holds true long after the Roman Empire has vanished. A modern interpretation comes from Sheryl Sandberg, who asked in her best-selling book Lean In "What would I do if I weren't afraid?"
While I don't want to promote anyone's publication here, it's a question I've asked myself multiple times in life. First, when I was in college and received a prize for the best chemistry degree in my class. My teachers expected me to pursue studies in this field, but much to their dismay, I opted for liberal arts instead, because it just tempted me more. It was a risk, for sure-with a master's degree in chemistry, I would have been on the safer side in terms of getting a job after my studies-but it was not what I truly wanted to do. So, with my liberal arts degree in my pocket, I went on the job hunt and did indeed receive attractive offers from multinational corporations. And then...I turned them down and instead decided for a small boutique consultancy in the UK.
My career path did lead me into the big corporate world in the end. In 2001 I joined Accenture, a global professional services company, where I have been working ever since. But even here, I try to go for the extraordinary as often as I can, for example by taking several weeks or even months off to work as a volunteer at a hospital, as an amateur researcher on a whale expedition boat in the Pacific (a true Moby Dick experience), or to become a certified safari guide in South Africa. The last one I did the same year I got promoted to senior manager. Everything is possible.
Lessons learned about breaking the mold
What all this has taught me is that there is no reason to be afraid of changes, of thinking outside of the box and of breaking gridlocked structures. You only stand to gain: new experiences, new people, and unexpected bits of knowledge that can come in handy in areas of your life you wouldn't have imagined. And more often than not, I have "leaned in" and was surprised at the support along the way. My company continues to do so until this day, and I am happy to do the same for my teams. Why? Because we know that people who look beyond their own nose are an invaluable asset, they are talents who need to be fostered.
A diverse and open-minded workforce is known to achieve better overall results. That is also the reason why none of us can risk having only one and the same type of person in management positions. Just think about it: If we notice that client meetings are held with no diversity in the room, then our clients notice it, too. And this is not only bad for business, it is bad for society in the long run.
In the course of my career, I have realized that a majority of us aren't even aware of the lack of diversity in large areas of the corporate world. Most of us start working directly out of university, at which point we are still surrounded by our peers, who usually form a group that is far from homogenous. We are used to receiving equal chances and treatment, but at one point or other, the infamous "glass ceiling" suddenly creeps upon us, hindering upward mobility for some-mainly for women and minorities. Those of us who for some reason pass beyond the glass ceiling might find themselves in the following situation: sitting in the office, looking around and only seeing white males. And then it hits you: Where have all the other bright minds gone who don't fit this pattern? How much talent are we losing along the way?
You will find-if you are willing to take risks and dive into new experiences-that there are supporters all around you. I believe that everyone is exceptional in their way, that everyone has unique skills and talents which, when nurtured, can have a huge impact. But in order to reach a truly diverse working world, all of us are required to take action. Fortuna favet fortibus.


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Dublin is the capital of Ireland, the country's largest city and its business centre. It's also the number one tourist destination within Ireland.
Dublin is a throbbing, humming, bustling, exciting city. There are two major shopping districts, one north of the Liffey River and the other south. To traverse from one to the other is a walk of 15 minutes.
North: O'Connell Street is the main thoroughfare of Dublin. You can't miss it – just look for the 300 foot tall stainless spire which sprouts from the centre of the O'Connell Street. Radiating out to both sides are major shopping areas, malls, knick knack shops and restaurants.
South: Bounded by the Liffey Riverand St. Stephen's Green are Grafton Street, Dawson Street, Temple Bar and a maze of historic lanes with every kind of upscale and niche shop there is.
The fabric of the city was laid down primarily during the Georgian Period, when Kings George I, II and III ruled Britain and Ireland in the 1700's.
Georgian architecture emphasized classic balance and order. Brick was the most common building material, new methods of glass production were incorporated into the first city housing designs to emphasize light and windows. Detailing, exemplified by the doors of Dublin, was exquisite.
Simply to walk through the large intact Georgian quarters of Dublin is a delight. Trinity College, in the centre of the city, features extensive Georgian buildings and the Book of Kells Museum. This amazingly beautiful book is undoubtedly Ireland's greatest historic treasure.
Many a pub offers free music with your pint and there are exhibitions throughout the city.
But, the two main entertainment venues are both within walking distance of Donnybrook Hall. First, there is the main concert and event setting – The O2 Arena. This is where the likes of Bob Dylan major international stars play. The second is the Royal Dublin Showgrounds, the RDS. Besides the internationally important summer horse show, there are also numerous exhibitions and trade shows throughout the year.
There are two world class sports stadiums in Dublin.
For soccer/football and rugby there is the recently rebuilt Aviva Stadium. The Aviva Stadium is all swooping canopy and open sight lines. Happily, it is walking distance (15 minutes) from Donnybrook Hall.
Irish field sports are the domain of the completely amateur Gaelic Athletic Association, the GAA. Their home is Croke Park where you can witness the lightning swift game of Hurling or the more rough and tumble Gaelic Football.
The National Museum features Europe's largest prehistoric gold collection and the stunning early medieval Tara Brooch, Lismore Crozier and Ardagh Chalice.
The National Gallery collection, besides featuring spectacular Irish artists like Jack Yeats boasts an extensive collection from Renaissance Italian through Dutch masters to Picasso.
The Natural History Museum is the world's finest remaining example of a classic Victorian display centre. The kids love this one.
IMMA, the Irish Museum of Modern Art, has a modest permanent collection, but continually changing exhibitions makes this a beacon for contemporary art fans.
The Writer's Museum features first editions, notebooks, photos and memorabilia illuminating the creative genius of writers like Yeats, Joyce and Beckett.
The centre of power through centuries of English rule, Dublin Castle still serves important state and ceremonial purposes. The public rooms are impressive and the tour leads underground to explore the excavated remains of the ancient castle.
On the grounds of the Castle is the Chester Beatty Library, winner of the European Museum of the Year Award. This little known gem combines videos, artifacts and manuscripts from cultures around the world. Everything from Durer etchings to Islamic calligraphy to the robes of a Chinese Emperor.
Just a few short blocks from the Castle are the many cultural exhibitions to be found in Temple Bar. Street buskers, photography displays and art galleries crowd Dublin's cultural quarter.
Dublinia is an exhibition that unveils the history of Dublin as you walk through a twisty neo-Gothic building and into the crypt of Christ Church, Dublin's most important medieval Cathedral.
Arthur Guinness began brewing his iconic drink in 1759. His turf-dark stout has been the drink of choice throughout the Irish nation till this day.
The Guinness Storehouse is now a high tech museum, featuring interactive exhibits. Not only do visitors learn how beer is fermented, they get to taste fresh brew. And the Gravity Bar on the roof features lovely views of Dublin and free pints of the dark stuff. Lovely.
This gorgeous 22 acre park anchors the south side of the city's main commercial district. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the wonderful flower displays, the waterfalls, the ponds and centuries old trees.
On weekends local artists display and sell their work. And lunchtime concerts are performed in the park during the summer months.
The Irish are world leaders when it comes to all forms of celebration. Music – traditional, classical and rock – can be heard everywhere. Street buskers throng busy Grafton Street. Dublin pubs, including many in Donnybrook, feature great traditional groups.
There's plenty more, including the National Museum Decorative Arts and Military History displays at Collins Barracks. The Bank of Ireland directly across from Trinity College contains the intact House of Lords from the late 1700's. There are arcades, the Henry Street open air market, the Liffey River boardwalk, the GPO where the Easter Uprising of 1916 was fought….