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Deep in the barren Sonoran Desert in the summer of 2008, Drew Reeves drove a back-hoe fourteen feet into the earth. That was as far as he could go before having to hire help and an Excavator — a construction vehicle with a giant mechanical shovel on the end of a huge boom arm (pictured below).
After pulling out huge blocks of concrete and piles of dirt from the hole, the Excavator operator got a little overzealous. "He stretched that boom way too far out and down he went," said Reeves.
Twenty-seven hours and one toppled piece of heavy machinery later, Reeves was faced with a 6,000-pound blast door. "That little tiny Excavator we had down in there, we had to tie a rope to the door handle and give it a little jerk. And it opened right up."
The Titan II missile silo complex was first carved out with dynamite in the early '60s and manned by a crew whose job it was to ensure our enemy's mutual destruction should we enter nuclear war. It was later dismantled and sealed up to comply with international treaties. After sitting buried beneath rubble for two decades, the site was ready to be explored.
Many abandoned nuclear missile sites are now owned by regular citizens trying to find a function for them. Read on to probe the depths of Reeves' silo and hear from ex-crew members who had their fingers on the button when Armageddon was just a command away.
Above: Reeves opens the entrance he built on top of the giant hole created by excavating the site.
1st and 3rd photos: Jim Merithew/Wired.com
2nd photo: Drew Reeves
Cold, dank caverns are actually not to Reeves' liking. He had previously lived in an Atlas F silo outside Concordia, Kansas, but in spite of seven months' work to convert the old control room into a home, the harsh winters eventually chased Reeves south.
"I loved it there," he said, "but the weather — I didn't like the humidity. You don't stay down there all day, you want to come outside. And I hated it outside."
So Reeves moved to Arizona which trumps the Midwest in weather. In spite of the improvement in climate, however, he still hasn't managed to make a home out of this particular silo.
"I don't like being out there all by myself," said Reeves. "If I had somebody around it wouldn't be so bad, but it's hard to find a woman that would like to live underground."
Photos: Jim Merithew/Wired.com
Reeves' new property was one of 18 Titan II missile silos attached to the Davis-Montham Air Force base near Tucson, Arizona. Equipped with larger warheads than the Atlas missiles and faster deployment than the original design, second-generation Titans stood at alert from the program's inception in 1963 to its end in 1987.
Lt. Yvonne Morris supervised a launch crew in the early '80s (above) in what has become the Titan Missile Museum, where she acts as director. The museum also contains the last surviving Titian II missile.
"I had been trained enough in potential war scenarios," she said, "to know that if I got an order to launch my missile that my parents' farm and nice rural Virginia was a big smoking hole. It was over. And life as I know it was over."
Photos: Courtesy Titan Missile Museum Archive. 2nd photo by Chuck Penson.
"There's just no going back from this," said Morris. "If you're gonna launch a Titan II, that's not the missile that you're going to use to demonstrate your conviction to use nuclear weapons. It's not the thing that says,' Hey, I told you I would do this and here's one to prove it.' If you launch a Titan II it's guns blazing — we're in World War III.
"I'd read enough apocalyptic fiction by then, and I didn't really have much faith in what life was going to look like after that anyway. So did I want some payback for losing my family, losing life as I know it before I die? Yes. And I'm not ashamed to say that."
Photos: Courtesy SiloMan
America's nuclear policy was one of deterrence by credible threat, a position held by the Titan II program during its tenure. Armageddon was strategy: mutual assured destruction. To ensure the missiles would fire after being attacked, and thus obliterate a good portion of the human race, missile silos were constructed to withstand bombardment. The center blast lock, separating the launch control from the missile, is a fortress.
"The floors in the lock area are 5 feet thick," explained Reeves. "The ceiling is 5 feet thick and the walls are 5 feet thick." Extra precautions were taken for Titan II missiles which were designed to launch from inside the silo.
1st photo: Courtesy the Titan Missile Museum Archive. 2nd and 3rd photos: Jim Merithew/Wired.com.
Constructing nuclear fortresses was not an easy task. Workers reported that Reeves' site required twice as much dynamite as usual because of all the rock.
According to former Power Production Specialist Ken Barthelette, who joined the Air Force in 1960, the dynamite was just the beginning of a grueling process.
"We would work 18-hour shifts," Barthelette said of the beginning of his service, via e-mail, "as there was a deadline assigned to each site. Some of the sites were up to 50 miles from the base so normally I would eat the foil packs they sent out to the site and slept in my parka on the steel-plated decks of the silo. I learned to sleep anywhere and at anytime while in the service."
Barthelette served eight years at various missile sites, including Bitburg, Germany. He began his career overseeing site purchases and construction, and eventually took a position on a missile control crew.
In addition to the rugged terrain and isolation, military crews had to contend with mother nature. "I do remember one of the favorite pastimes of some of the Air Police was to shoot rattlesnakes and hang their rattles on the guard house," Barthelette said. "Some of the strings of rattles were over a foot long. It was very rough country back then.
"Each site had a Quonset hut on site where building equipment was stored during construction. One of my duties was to stomp scorpions. When you entered the building early in the morning there were hundreds of the critters on the floor trying to stay warm on the cool nights. We would line up and step on what was in front of us always looking behind as well. I was never stung."
1st photo: Courtesy SiloMan. 2nd photo: Drew Reeves.
High standards of construction and maintenance have partially preserved Reeves' silo despite efforts to destroy it.
"I got the lights working and the same bulbs came back on," said Reeves.
All of the original computer equipment had been stripped from the control room. The latrine was intentionally and crudely destroyed and the missile silo itself imploded. Everything was fair game for destruction, which is why the facility looks like it was looted by thugs. This was all to show the USSR that the site was actually decommissioned.
There remains enough wiring and conduit to run the site. Using the original plans, Reeves was able to access the septic system. However, the well that provides water to the facility had been filled with concrete, which required re-drilling. Now it pumps 15 gallons a minute, operated by solar power.
Photos: Jim Merithew/Wired.com
The miles of conduit, piping and air ducts remind Reeves of the missile frigate he served on as an electrician during the Vietnam War. Substrata has been alluring to Reeves since childhood.
"We always had underground forts, and I always wanted an underground house because they're so unique and easy to heat and cool," he said.
Although the space hasn't been renovated, Reeves occasionally spends the night. He dismisses concerns of claustrophobia, citing the size of the bunker. Nighttime creeps don't affect him.
"There's no bugs," he said. "There's nothing down there to bother you, there's no spiders. Nothing."
Paranormal enthusiasts may beg to differ. Barthelette recalls an eerie incident from his time spent underground.
"A neighbor called the main base," said Barthelette, "and told them that a light was hovering over the site. I was instructed to go and investigate. It was after dark and I was not armed…. I went topside and saw nothing. It happened three times. The lady who called said that each time I appeared topside the light would disappear. We never found out what that was all about."
1st photo: Drew Reeves. 2nd photo: Courtesy SiloMan. 3rd photo: Jim Merithew/Wired.com
Decades after Barthelette was investigating UFOs, Morris' military career included its own unique frontier. She was part of the Air Force's early recruitment of women soldiers.
"To introduce women into [missile crews] after so much human engineering had gone into setting up the system for four men," explained Morris, "I think that probably took a lot of scrutiny."
Titan II duty was considered to be a combat position and missile crews were an early breach through the military's glass ceiling. Original Atlas and Titan I crews were designed to build a closely knit team, some of which remained together for years of service. Introducing women into the commands threatened calculated chemistry.
Despite this period of change, Morris never felt alone. She estimates that at the time of her deployment, women comprised at least a quarter of missile crews. All 18 teams would assemble at Davis-Montham a for pre-departure briefing. "It was hard to find a crew that didn't have at least one woman on it," she said.
Regardless of gender, crews were kept busy during their 24-hour shifts. Life at the end of the world is a psychologically draining role. "There was a lot of human engineering that went into the design of the missile sites and the structuring of alerts to keep you busy and thinking about other things," said Morris.
The threat of Armageddon was less stressful than rigorous military tests. Many soldiers used their shifts to work on correspondence courses or other studying. Commanders faced demotion for failing monthly evaluations.
"The thing that I was consumed more by, as a crew member, was the constant stress of having to be practically perfect," said Morris.
1st photo: Courtesy Titan Missile Museum Archive. 2nd and 3rd photos: Jim Merithew/Wired.com
When the site was functioning, equipment crammed nine floors — the depth of the missile silo — as well as two of the floors in the launch control room. Each machine required at least one thorough inspection per shift and some received additional attention. This process, called the daily shift verification, typically took a two-person crew four to five hours to complete. Communication tests, cleaning and painting helped fill the long hours.
"I was never bored or frightened except the day I was on duty when President Kennedy was killed," said Barthelette. "I stood at parade rest for four hours waiting to push the button. We were on high alert. We received very little news underground so we had no idea what was happening above. Otherwise it was exciting, rewarding, and a pleasure to serve."
"The sites were huge," said Barthelette, who served 18 months during the '60s at Beale Air Force Base. "The power center was an exciting place with four 1,020-kw Nordberg diesels to supply power. We could produce enough power to run the city of Marysville, California. There were two power men on each crew. We would work together and replace each other when we had our nap time. There were bunks set up near the control center for rest. We had full kitchens for food. We ate very well."
Crews of four would occupy the site for 24-hour periods. The military provided accommodations but most homeowners would prefer a less spartan atmosphere. The top floor of the command center held basic bunk beds, a kitchen and a small reading library. "Paperback books: Science-fiction, mysteries and westerns are what I remember most," recalls Morris.
Contrary to the myth of isolation on alert, by the '80s crews had access to the outside world. "We had television, to the extent that we had crappy antennas and we were underground," said Morris. "So we didn't miss all the big games." The silos were rigged with phone lines and calls could be placed and received.
1st and 3rd photos: Jim Merithew/Wired.com. 2nd photo: Courtesy SiloMan.
Ideally, Reeves said, he would convert the three-level control center into a new home. The 3,900 square feet would accommodate the largest of families, but first the gutted equipment cabinets would have to be removed. At an estimated 150lbs a piece, two feet wide by six feet tall, each would have to be dragged through the complex and out the blast door.
Ventilation is facilitated by the entry blast door remaining ajar. "It's a little bit stuffy for some people. It doesn't bother me right now but I have another way," said Reeves. His plans involve building an air shaft through the roof of the control center equipped with a solar powered fan to draw air deeper into the complex.
Understandably, Reeves questions whether he will be able to finish remodeling the silo. Overhauling a massive structure is a daunting task to face alone, particularly when having to commute to the site in your spare time. If he had the money Reeves would hire help to finish the cleaning and possibly convert the 14 acres of land into an RV park.
"Put a few pads in," he said. "Maybe ten. And rent it out in the winter time for the snowbirds that come down to the desert."
An RV park wouldn't be the craziest end for a Cold War relic. Other sites in the Tucson area were sold without disclosure of the underground complexes. Just north of the city one former silo is crowned by a proud Methodist church; another now houses a daycare. Prospective subterranean dwellers are welcome to experiment with their own Titan II silo– Drew Reeves is willing to let his go for $495k.


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chadavan needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 175 designs submitted by 41 freelance designers.
Looking to redesign a logo for my web software/hosting company
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Message to the world: "At my family's home, the taste of the water is different." This young woman described her family's life during the war before their escape: "We've been through hard moments. They bombed our whole neighborhood. They were shooting outside. We were at the window and one bullet came very near."
Message to the world: "I want the life I had back." Huda, who now lives in Zaatari refugee camp in northern Jordan, is 11. She was with her family outside their house in Syria when a bomb hit. She was the only one hurt. The family had to hide for many hours and could not get to a hospital for nearly two days.
Message to the world: "Save Syrian children."
Message to the world: "What is our family?"
Messages to the world: Boy: I miss my friends, my family. Girl on left: I want to go back to Syria, but it is hard. Girl on right: Safety for Syria.
Message to the world: "Syria in the heart." It is extremely difficult for Syrian refugees to work legally in Jordan. Syrian men want to work, but are not allowed.
Message to the world: "Hand in hand, we build the world." This Syrian man volunteers at CARE's refugee center in the city of Zarqa. The majority of Syrian refugees in Jordan live in crowded apartments in poor areas of cities, not in refugee camps.
In Syria before the war, Muhammad once encountered a tourist who feared him because of his name. The tourist actually ran from him when Muhammad tried to return the tourist's water bottle.
Message to the world: "I am losing my childhood." This boy has several older siblings, one of whom wrote the message "I miss my brothers."
Message to the world: "My Syria... when will we return?" In Syria, war prevented teachers from reaching a school in this young woman's neighborhood. She lived closer to the school and volunteered to teach the students "so they wouldn't forget." Now living in Jordan, she works as a CARE volunteer, helping her fellow refugees.
Message to the world: "I am sick of Zataari and I miss Syria." This young Syrian woman living in Zaatari refugee camp wrote her message in rhyme. Another message she had in mind was "Life will be beautiful."
Message to the world: "I love my friends." Boy at Zaatari refugee camp in northern Jordan. Child labor is a problem among Syrian refugee children, many of whom do not go to school.
Message to the world: "I love Syria." As of September 2013, Zaatari refugee camp houses over 100,000 Syrian refugees, making it the world's second-largest refugee camp.
Message to the world: "Where is my life?" Refugee girls face special challenges. CARE and other NGOs work to prevent early marriage and make sure girls go to school.


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The best thing parents can do to help prevent drug and
alcohol misuse by their children is to get involved before a drug problem
starts. It's best to start talking with your child about these harmful substances when your child is age 5 or 6.1 Talk honestly and openly about all kinds of tobacco, drugs, and alcohol
as well as other things kids may do to cope with stress in their lives. Getting "high" is just one way that children try to deal with things that bother them.
Focus on the positive
Explain the dangers and consequences of tobacco, drug, or alcohol use
Be aware that some adolescents and teens try to get a rush by
cutting off oxygen to the brain, such as through choking or strangling each
other. Talk to your child about these dangerous behaviors. Explain that they
can result in lifelong problems or even death.
Many adolescents feel pressured to use
alcohol or drugs because some of their friends are using them. Here are some
tips to teach your child on how to deal with peer pressure.
Encourage your child to:
Look for a peer-led prevention program in your area to help
reinforce what you are teaching.
CitationsAmerican Cancer Society (2010). Child and teen tobacco use. Available online: http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/CancerCauses/TobaccoCancer/ChildandTeenTobaccoUse/index.
DiFranza JR, et al. (2007). Symptoms of tobacco
dependence after brief intermittent use: The development and assessment of
nicotine dependence in youth-2 study. Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, 161(7): 704–710.Wu L, et al. (2004). Inhalant abuse and dependence
among adolescents in the United States. Journal of the American Academy of Adolescent Psychiatry, 43(10): 1206–1214.Other Works ConsultedKaul P (2011). Adolescent substance abuse. In WW Hay et al., eds., Current Diagnosis and Treatment: Pediatrics, 20th ed., pp. 145–158. New York: McGraw-Hill.
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olifpod necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 128 diseños de 48 diseñadores freelance.
Fairly simple, clean, a little unique, make ScreenBird fly!
Let your presentation soar
Desired Style:
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I have already done two other contests and paid the winners quickly, as I will for you.
Teamvibes.com front page and template
Teamvibes.com logo. Simple, clean, and beautiful
So thanks for your participation. I will give feedback to every entry, so please only submit if you want a very tough critique.
What is ScreenBird, and what should the logo convey?
A simple desktop software for you to build presentations in. Build your presentation with ScreenBird and experience the benefit of clarity of mind. Since ScreenBird has removed all of the typical application clutter during the building and design or your presentation, you might notice strange moments of utterclarity!
Simple, Simple, Simple
Create slides with text and images
Add video and audio
Absolutely free
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You can test/see screenshots at http://getspicerack.com (old site, name, everything)
So, here is the direction I want to take with the logo:
I don't really want to copy thunderbird, so keep an eye out for that. More keywords: Fairly simple, clean, a little unique. You can use any imagery to convey screen, show, presentation,media, bird, wing, fly. Though I don't require any of those to be in title. Don't feel constrainded to using a bird in the logo, it's optional.
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Yeah, so there's really no polite way to put this, so I'll just come right out and say it. There's poop in public pools. Did you hear me? Every time you take the kids to a public pool -- odds are good they're swimming around with feces in the water.
Excuse me for a second -- I just threw up in my mouth a little bit.
Last summer, researchers from the CDC found E. coli bacteria in 58 percent of the pools they tested. Yep, you guessed it, E. coli comes from the human gut -- and poop.
And the poop that's found in pools doesn't necessarily come from someone pooping in the pool.
You know those signs that say something along the lines of "all persons must shower before entering pool"? Well, there's a reason for them -- even though 99 percent of us ignore them altogether. (Seriously, who showers or makes their kids shower before taking a dip?)
According to the CDC report, on average, people have about 0.14 grams of fecal material on their "perineal surface," which can get into the water if it's not washed off in the shower beforehand.
(OMG. Who else is scarred for life after hearing this news?)
And don't even try and fool yourself into thinking you and your kids are safe if the pool is heavily chlorinated. Turns out that doesn't really make a difference. Michele Hlavsa, chief of CDC's Healthy Swimming Program, says, "Chlorine and other disinfectants don't kill germs instantly. It's important that swimmers shower before getting in a pool, not swallow the water they swim in, and avoid swimming when they have diarrhea."
Ok. Got it. We should all shower before hopping in the pool, stay out of the pool if we have the runs, and make sure our kids don't swallow the water or let any of it get into their mouth. (Yeah. Try telling that to a kid who likes to pretend he's a human fountain every time he goes for a swim.)
But what else can moms do to keep our kids safe? As disgusting as this report is, let's be realistic -- it's not like we can vow never to take our children to a public pool ever again.
In addition to the shower recommendation, the CDC also urges parents to take their kids to the bathroom every hour to avoid any accidents in the pool. Also, babies' diapers should not be changed near the pool, and they should be checked every 30 to 60 minutes. (And don't even get me started on swim diapers, which we all know aren't all that effective. Gross, gross, and triple gross.)
But no matter what kind of precautions we take to make sure our own kids aren't spreading fecal matter into the pool, there really isn't much we can do about other people's kids passing on the germ love. And that's why it's probably a good idea for moms to shower or bathe their kids as soon as they are done swimming, in addition to washing bathing suits in between uses.
Oh, and another thing -- how many of us let our kids eat lunch and/or snacks poolside? Um, now we know more than ever that the pool doesn't count as a bath. And that's why we need to make sure to have them wash their hands or, at the very least, keep hand sanitizer nearby before pulling the sandwiches and chips out of the cooler.
Other than that, what else can we do besides go about our lazy summer days as we normally would -- and keep our fingers crossed that they're poop-free?
Does this report make you nervous about taking your kids to public pools?
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U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission
EEOC Says Love's Travel Stops and Country Stores Tolerated Hostile Workplace
PHOENIX – The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) today announced that Love's Travel Stops and Country Stores, Inc. will pay $70,000 as part of a settlement of a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by the EEOC. The EEOC had charged that Love's subjected two young female cashiers to repeated and serious sex-based abuse by customers.
According to the EEOC, the victims of the case, two cashiers working at Love's Buckeye, Ariz., truck stop, aged 18 and 20 at the start of their employment, were sexually harassed frequently. The cashiers detailed extensive sexual harassment caused by truck drivers, some of whom were regular customers of Love's. The EEOC alleged that Love's customers sexually harassed the cashiers by engaging in conduct that included unwanted sexual touching and pressing; crude and obscene remarks; sexual demands and innuendos; handing one victim an obscene card; and demands for personal information. Some of this abusive behavior was committed in front of other customers, the EEOC said.
The EEOC maintained that Love's knew about and tolerated this sexually hostile work environment caused by its customers. Further, the EEOC charged, despite Love's knowledge about the harassment, the company not only failed to take reasonable steps to stop the harassment, but at least one manager laughed about it, and another manager said the harassment was to be expected because it is a truck stop. Managers also told the victims to "deal with it" and in particular to tolerate the misconduct of one repeat offending customer because "he's always like that."
Sexual harassment violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The EEOC filed suit in U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona (EEOC v. Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores, Inc., Civil Action No.CV-07-1843-ROS), after first attempting to reach a voluntary settlement out of court through its conciliation process.
In addition to the settlement requiring Love's to pay $70,000 to the former cashiers, Love's also must investigate complaints of sexual harassment, provide training for managers and supervisors on conducting sexual harassment investigations, and post a warning that harassment of Love's employees will not be tolerated.
"Employers are liable for the harassment of their workers by non-employees on their property, when they knew or should have known about the harassment and failed to take corrective action," said EEOC Regional Attorney Mary Jo O'Neill of the Phoenix District Office, which originated the legal action. "This settlement agreement sends a message to Love's and other companies that they must promptly address the harassment of employees by their customers."
EEOC Acting Phoenix District Director Rayford O. Irvin added, "We encourage all employees, including young ones, to come forward and file complaints if they believe they are the victims of sexual harassment by either employees or customers."
According to its website, Love's has over 200 locations nationwide in more than 30 states and grows by about 15 stores per year. Love's website also states that Love's is number 15 on Forbes' list of the largest privately held companies in the United States. In 2005, when the alleged harassment occurred, Love's Buckeye location was the highest-volume store in Love's Western Division.
The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Further information about the EEOC is available on its web site at www.eeoc.gov.


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Rafael Pi Roman
A native of Cuba, Rafael Pi Roman received his Bachelor's Degree in English from Florida State University. After receiving his Master's Degree in International Affairs, also from Florida State University, Mr. Pi Roman moved to New York City to attend the NYU Graduate Film School.
In 1985 he became the head of NABET 15 the freelance film and television workers local of The National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians whose jurisdiction included the entire country except Los Angeles. In 1989 Mr. Pi Roman left the union to become the host of "Visiones", WNBC-TV's public affairs program directed at the Latino population of New York City and the tri-state area. In the fall of 1992, Mr. Pi Roman wrote and hosted "Nuestra Moda" a national prime time special profiling the great Hispanic fashion designers for the Univision Spanish television network, and later that year, he moved to Thirteen/WNET, where he anchored "The Bulldog Edition", the station's nightly news.
From 1993 to 1996, Mr. Pi Roman was the co-host of "Inside New Jersey" with Steve Adubato and in 1997 he became WNET's prime-time host and the Executive Producer and co-host of "Inside Trenton", also with Steve Adubato.
Throughout his tenure at WNET, Mr. Pi Roman has hosted or hosted/produced numerous public affairs and political news specials. In 2001 Mr. Pi Roman became the host and senior editor of Thirteen's prime time Emmy award winning program "New York Voices". Since 2010 Mr. Pi Roman and Mr. Adubato have co-hosted New Jersey Capital Report.
In 1999, he won an Emmy for "The City", a three part special which covered all aspects of the 1997 New York City mayoral race. Mr. Pi Roman was the Executive Producer, writer and host of "The City". Mr. Pi Roman has also been honored for his television work by the Hispanic Academy of Media Arts and Sciences as well as by the Latino Coalition for a Fair Media. Mr. Pi Roman serves on the Boards of the Cuban Cultural Center and the Latino Center on Aging. In 2005 Mr. Pi Roman was named one of the twenty five most distinguished Hispanic men in New York City by the city's premier Hispanic newspaper El Diario/La Prensa.


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Dhuruva Natchathiram - Tamil Short Film HD 10 Mnts
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Vaidhyanathan a religious and proud pensioner, is expecting his only son's return from America after ten years. Circumstances however force him to receive his American born and bred grandson Shiva instead. The roller coaster ride between these two characters forms the crux of this family drama.
Featured at the prestigious Indian Panorama of 41st International Film Festival of India 2010, Goa Featured at Indian Panorama Film Festival 2011, Port Blair Won 'Best Short Film' Award at YFM 4th Digital Film Festival 2010, Chennai. Won 'Best Short Film' Award in Impact 2k11, Chennai. Won 'Best Short Film – II place' in Reels of Fire 2011, Chennai. Won the Bronze Medal for Direction and Silver Medal for Cinematography in LVPrasad Film & TV Academy
Cast Delhi Ganesh — Vaidhyanathan Sacchin Nachiappan — Shiva Usha — Rukmini Bowler — Ashwin Wicket-keeper — Arvind Fielder – Harish RSPrasanna — Padhmanabhan Meenakshi — Ekta Costume and Production Designer: S.Aravind Chief Assistant Director: Sujeeth Sign Art Department: Arvindh Manoharan, Ashok Selvan, Karthik Muthukumar First Assistant Camera: Mohar Mate Second Assistant Camera: Ashima Shenoy Boom Operator: Prashanth Prakash Rao Dhumal Production Assistants: Ashok Selvan,Karthick Muthukumar,Feroz. Colorist: Ponniyan " Singathin Kotaikulle " – Written by S.Aravind Sung


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The Boy Who Left Home to Find Out About the Shivers
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text: So sad to see Caylin's post on the BB this morning. I just posted my thoughts on the front page of Classic-Castle. Back in the early days of the millennium I was pretty active here, and Mike was one of the people I always enjoyed interacting with. For a long time there he was a regular late night chatter on the CC board, and was always great fun. I'm sorry I've never been to a con as this means I've never gotten a chance to meet him in the flesh. Somewhere up there heaven is a happier place because of his good humor, but down here it's a little sadder.


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SAN JOSE — A motorcyclist was struck and killed late Friday in San Jose after a car traveling in the opposite direction veered over the dividing line, San Jose police said Saturday.
The driver of the motorcycle, 60-year-old Noel Reynoso of Santa Clara, was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit in what became a multivehicle accident about 9:43 p.m. Police said they got a 911 call about a traffic collision involving a motorcycle and several vehicles on the 1400 block of White Road in East San Jose. When they arrived, officers found Reynoso lying on the pavement with several damaged vehicles around the area.
The motorcyclist was pronounced dead by rescue workers at 9:56 p.m.
Traffic investigators with the San Jose Police Department responded to the scene to take over the investigation and determined that a Lexus was traveling northbound on White Road when it crossed into the southbound lane and collided with the motorcyclist who was traveling southbound on White Road.
Police said alcohol was a factor in the collision. The driver of the vehicle that collided with the motorcyclist was transported to a hospital and treated for injuries that were not life-threatening. That driver, who was identified initially only as 23-year-old male, was later booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter, drunken driving and hit-and-run charges.
Staff writer Troy Wolverton contributed to this story. Contact Patrick May at 408-920-5689 or follow him at Twitter.com/patmaymerc


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Sandilands: offensive, and more
Helen Pringle in On Line Opinion
Kyle Sandilands has received a trouncing over the last few days for being rude and offensive. But criticisms of his behaviour on the grounds of offensiveness miss the mark in regard to the latest incident involving him and his chef de claque. Sandilands certainly takes delight in trying to give offence, although when called out, he excuses himself by saying that he is just doin' what comes naturally. But giving offence is not the same as practising discrimination, and that is what should be the focus in the current controversy.
Various corporations have withdrawn their advertising from Sandilands' program on 2Day FM. This is likely to have the same effect as the last time they withdrew their advertising in 2009. At that time, Sandilands was taken off air by the umbrella company Austereo, which announced that it was conducting 'a review of the principals [sic] and protocols of our interaction with our audience'. Review concluded, Sandilands and Jackie O simply picked up where they had left off, and the advertisers returned.
Along with his old tricks, Sandilands resumed making his tired old excuses. In response to criticism of his recent intimidation of Alison Stephenson, for example, Sandilands fell back on the well-worn cliché with which many Australians defend or excuse racist and sexist behaviour. Read more
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A most excellent day. I mistimed my morning, and had to miss breakfast in order to arrive in time to catch the ferry to Preko (a village on the island opposite Zadar) with a small but perfectly-formed band of intrepid explorers: Didier Verna, David Johnson-Davies, Alessio Stalla and Nils Bertschinger. Given the attractive description of the castle of St Michael as a "telecommunications station", with my employment, how could I not attempt the walk. And so we walked through the sunshine to the top of the mountain, to see what we could see (the other side of the mountain, it turns out, but also more islands, more sea, more sun...). Some fun discussions, about the more esoteric parts of various lisp dialects, machine learning, method-combination-based hacks, the nature of objects, and so on (quick riddle: what are the possible fixed points of type-of?) Then, as we were sitting down to yet another Southern European lunch, what should happen but an extremely localized rain shower?! How odd.
Then it was back to reality; it was time to face the fact that I was going to have to leave the sunny, sleepy Croatian coast to return to rainy, cold, difficult real life. (It has its compensations...) A very good conference; a big thank you to Franjo Pehar and Damir Kero, and the University of Zadar, for being such excellent hosts; it's been a great three days.