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What's the Verdict: Marlon Wayan Creates Fifty Shades of Grey Spoof!
Posted by Ahouraian Law in Black, EntertainmentLaw, fiftyShades, Film, Grey, Holywood, Movie, Movies on June 3, 2015
What's the Verdict: Marlon Wayan Creates Fifty Shades of Grey Spoof!
Open Road Production company just bought the rights to Marlon Wayan's new project, a spoof of the erotic thriller Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty shades of black. The company purchased the film rights for a cool $5 million, and plan on a late January of 2016 release date.
This isn't Wayan's first deal with the Open Road Production company. He had previously worked with them on his last film titled A Haunted House. Open road also has Michael Tiddes ties to the deal as a the film's director, Tiddes also directed A Haunted House.
Wayan's is also expected to make his appearance as Mr. Black alongside long time friend and collaborator Rick Alvarez. If his past work is any indication this film is sure to get some laughs. I love a good spoof and I cannot wait to see this one.
What happened between major talent agencies CAA and UTA?
Posted by Ahouraian Law in EntertainmentIndustry on April 1, 2015
What happened between major talent agencies CAA and UTA?
Some of Hollywood's notorious talent agents including Jason Heyman, Martin Lesak, Gregory McKnight, Greg Cavic Nuciforo dropped big news yesterday. The agents have decided to just up and leave CAA to join its rival agency UTA. Client loyalty is expected; Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, and Kayne West have already followed their agents and made the move to UTA. But what were their reasons for leaving? Some claim the agents were unhappy with salaries, while others claim they wanted bigger titles. How can these agents just get up and leave thinking there would not repercussions? Based on CAA's reaction, it appears that these agents may have jumped the gun before their contracts were officially up.
CAA will be filing suit against its former colleagues for breach of contract and UTA for alleged 'poaching' practices. Did the agents illegally breach their contracts? What role did UTA play in this? Was it premeditated? CAA will likely present the following arguments: (1) agents breach of contract, (2) UTA's interference with contracts constitute unfair competition, which will hold UTA liable, and (3) Possible claim for civil conspiracy if UTA conspired with the agents. The workplace culture at CAA has clearly been disrupted by the events and it's almost certainly the case that CAA is already working on strategies to legally 'steal' top agents and talent in retaliation. Stay tuned for updates on the CAA vs. UTA rivalry…
If 'Walking Dead' is the No. 1 Show on TV, Why Aren't Their Stars Famous, Yet?
Posted by Ahouraian Law in Uncategorized on November 6, 2013

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Corruption: SHC extends Hashim Raza Zaidi's bailOctober 25, 2015
KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday extended a pre-arrest bail of former Managing Director KWSB, Hashim Raza Zaidi, till 16th November 2015.
National Accountability Bureau (NAB) is investigating into charges of corruption and embezzlement against the front men of corruption mafia in Sindh including former Commissioner of the metropolis, Hashim Raza Zaidi.
SHC bench had restrained NAB from arresting him while granting him a pre-arrest bail.
Zaidi's counsel stated that his client had nothing to do with any corruption or embezzlement; therefore his bail should be extended. SHC bench approved the request and extended his bail till 16th November.
Earlier the court had directed Zaidi to cooperate with relevant authorities in investigation and not to leave the country. SHC bench also directed the interior ministry not to provide him a passport and other documents required for travelling abroad.
Zaidi approached the court against his possible arrest by NAB as the Bureau is inquiring against him. NAB has started investigating against big fish in Sindh and reportedly former MD of KWSB was one of them.
It is pertinent to mention here that Zaidi is not the only bureaucrat of Sindh who got protective bail from SHC. Earlier, Chief Secretary Sindh, Mohammad Siddique Memon and chairman of Chief Minister's Inspection Team (CMIT) Abdus Subhan Memon have also reached the court to get bail as they were under inquiry of NAB.


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Dating Sim - Visual Novel
|Air in Summer
|02 May.
An extension of the summer-arc in the Air TV-series, showing more of what happened during Kanna's, Ryuya's and Uraha's journey to find Kanna's mother.
|Air TV
|03 Apr.
Yukito Kunisaki is on a journey in search of the Winged Maiden who was bound to the sky centuries ago, after hearing an old childhood tale from his mother.
|Air: The Motion Picture
|12 Jul.
Centuries ago, Kanna, a princess and the last of a winged race, was held prisoner in a castle as she was feared by the rest of the world.
|Baldr Force Exe Resolution
|21 Nov.
Any network runs all over the world, and the development of the information network reaches its acme.
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Oosawa Maria is a Japanese photographer currently working in Shanghai, China. Along with her partner Mino, she searches for potential newsworthy stories throughout the city.
|Cardcaptor Sakura
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One day, Kinomoto Sakura, a 4th grader stumbles upon the mysterious book of Clow. Upon opening it and reading the name of The Windy aloud, Sakura scatters the cards to the winds.
|04 May.
Shibuya, Japan, 2008. Takumi Nishijou, a high school student at the Private Suimei Academy, one day hears about the 'New Gen' murders that have been occurring around the city.
|07 May.
Okazaki Tomoya is a delinquent who finds life dull and believes he'll never amount to anything. Along with his friend Sunohara, he skips school and plans to waste his high school days away.
|Clannad The Motion Picture
|17 Jul.
Clannad is set in a high-school located in some Japanese town. Okazaki Tomoya is a third-year student who doesn't take his studies seriously.
|Clannad: After Story
|07 May.
Events in After Story take place immediately after the first season, following Tomoya's final semester of high school. After declaring his love to Nagisa, they begin to have a close relationship.
|Comic Party
|09 May.
Destiny or delusion?
|Comic Party Revolution
|09 May.
Sendo Kazuki, failed the entrance exam for the art college he was applying to, His childhood friend, Kuhonbutsu Taishi forced Kazuki to enter the doujin (private publishing) world.
|Comic Party Specials
|30 Jun.
Kazuki, together with his friends, goes to a Comic Party that's going to be held in a hot spring.
|Diamond Daydreams
|14 May.
If a couple sees the diamond dust together, then they will certainly find eternal happiness. Or so it is said.
|Ef: A Tale of Melodies
|17 Jun.
In a story set years in the past, Himura Yuu is a studious and diligent young man intent solely on maintaining his top academic position at Otowa Academy.
|Ef: A Tale of Memories
|23 May.
On Christmas Eve, Hiro Hirono's bike is stolen by a girl chasing a thief who stole her purse. He gives chase and finds her unconscious and his bike ruined.
|Fate/Stay Night
|27 May.
Raised by a mysterious sorcerer after the horrific death of his parents, Shiro Emiya has only just begun to help others using the small tidbits of magic that he's learned.
|Galaxy Angel
|01 Jun.
The Angel Brigade, an elite branch of the Transbaal Empire military, are assigned to search for The Lost Technology, mysterious items from the past that hold unknown powers.
|Green Green
|06 Jun.
Kanenone Academy was an all-boys high school isolated from the world by mountains and hills.
|Hakuoki ~ Demon of the Fleeting Blossom ~
|01 Jun.
The protagonist, Yukimura Chizuru, is the daughter of a doctor who works in Edo. The father leaves Edo to work as a volunteer doctor and moves to Kyoto without his daughter.
|Hakuoki ~ Demon of the Fleeting Blossom: A Memory of Snow Flowers
|19 Sep.
This OVA takes place in between episodes 8 and 9 of the first season of Hakuouki. Yukimura Chizuru goes on a reconnaissance mission in Shimabara as a geiko for the Shinsengumi.
|Hiiro no Kakera: The Tamayori Princess Saga
|14 Jun.
Every girl dreams of being an enchanted princess, but how many stop to think about all the grim and horrible things that happen in fairy tales?
|10 Jul.
The unnamed main character has been having strange dreams, seeing strange things, and meeting strange people. He investigates these events and finds a strange girl named Aya.
|Kanon (2006)
|22 Aug.
As a young child, Aizawa Yuuichi had often visited his cousin in the city. However, something drastic happened to keep him away for seven long years.
|La Storia Della Arcana Famiglia
|04 Dec.
The Arcana Famiglia is a powerful organization that keeps the peace on the trading island of Regalo.
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Ofuna Six
Ofuna Six (オフナーシックス, Ofunā Shikkusu[1]) was the name used by Ōfuna for two very different 6×6 rangefinder folders in the 1950s.[2] Both have a diecast body with two windows on the back, for 6×6 and 6×4.5, and have a unit-focussed Ofunar 75mm f/3.5 lens, designed by Kunitomo Kenji (国友健司) within Ofuna, made by Ofuna and the same as is used on the Ofunaflex.
Model with non-coupled rangefinder
The earlier and better-known model seems to have been sold from the very end of 1952 or the start of 1953 and it was still advertised in summer 1956. It has a non-coupled rangefinder, which shares the eyepiece of the viewfinder. As the camera is viewed by somebody using it to take a photograph, the eyepiece is slightly to the left, the focusing dial for the rangefinder is to the right, and the film winding knob is to the left. The finder housing has an accessory shoe in the centre and is inscribed "OFUNA SIX". The struts for the door are curved and are not marked with any manufacturer's name.
The shutter changed over time: originally a Nissei Rapid (B, 1–500), from December 1954 an NKS-FB (B, 1–300), and finally (from some time in 1955–6) a Copal (B, 1–300).
Cosmetic and perhaps other changes were made over the camera's lifetime. An early example (to judge by its Nissei shutter) has "OFUNA SIX" in one line in oblique script (the ends of the "S" extending below the "F" and above the X"), an "OFUNA" logo to the right of the accessory shoe (as the camera is held for use), and "∞—feet—4" inscribed below the distance scale of the rangefinder; a later example (to judge by its Copal shutter) has "OFUNA SIX" in one line and in a straightforward (non-oblique) script, no "OFUNA" logo, and no inscription below the distance scale.[3]
An advertisement in the November 1953 issue of Asahi Camera offers the Ofuna Six (with Nissei Rapid shutter) for ¥15,000 (exactly half the price of the Ofunaflex); one in the December 1954 issue offers it (with NKS shutter) for ¥14,500 (and the Mamiya Six K for ¥18,800).[4]
About 2000 of these cameras were made.[5]
Model with coupled rangefinder
A later model (c.1956–7) is much less known in Japan. It has a sliding control on the front of the finder housing to move the 6×4.5 finder mask in and out of position. "OFUNA-SIX" is inscribed in one line of a non-oblique lettering across the top. In other ways, too, it looks very different from its predecessor, and very similar to certain models of Mihama Six and Mine Six.
This new Ofuna Six was ordered by Kashimura for export. While the lens is an Ofunar as claimed, the body is indeed made by Takane and is the same as that of the Mine Six IIF.[6]
- ↑ Note the change of pronunciation from that of Ōfuna (大船), the manufacturer.
- ↑ Much of the information in this article derives from Hagiya, "Ōfuna Kōgaku no kamera."
- ↑ Older example shown here, later example shown by Hagiya, p. 160–61.
- ↑ Both advertisements are reproduced in Kokusan kamera no rekishi, p. 125.
- ↑ Hagiya, p. 162.
- ↑ Takane's manufacture of this camera for Ōfuna was one part of an arrangement whereby Takane was able to obtain Zunow-brand (but in fact Ofunar) lenses for the Mine Six IIIS(B); see Takane.
Sources / further reading
In Japanese:
- Asahi Camera (アサヒカメラ) editorial staff. Shōwa 10–40nen kōkoku ni miru kokusan kamera no rekishi (昭和10–40年広告にみる国産カメラの歴史, Japanese camera history as seen in advertisements, 1935–1965). Tokyo: Asahi Shinbunsha, 1994. ISBN 4-02-330312-7. Items 436–7, 1141.
- Hagiya Takeshi (萩谷剛). "Ōfuna Kōgaku no kamera: Kamera kara kōgaku heiki e" (大船光学のカメラ:カメラから光学兵器へ, The cameras of Ōfuna Kōgaku: From cameras to military optics). Chapter 8 of Zunō kamera tanjō: Sengo kokusan kamera jū monogatari (ズノーカメラ誕生:戦後国産カメラ10物語, The birth of the Zunow camera: Ten stories of postwar Japanese camera makers). Tokyo: Asahi Sonorama, 1999. ISBN 4-257-12023-1.
In Japanese:
- Ofuna Six (very early version) at Kamera no heya
- Ofuna Six (early version) in a page of the All Japan Classic Camera Club. The photograph shows four folders with non-coupled rangefinders; clockwise from top left these are: Ofuna Six, Zenobia, Sisley 1 and Balm Six.
- Ofuna Six (Copal shutter) at Doraku Oyaji no Kamera Koheya
- Advertisement for the Ofuna Six and Ofunaflex dated 1954, reproduced in Shashin-Bako


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Lena Nelson Dooley is an award-winning, multi-published Christian novelist and screenwriter.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
MAGNA and MAKING WAVES - Nicole O'Dell - Two Free Books
I have a heart for teen girls. I had a rough time as a teenager—by my own doing. I understand the turmoil they're in due to hormones, peer pressure, and confusion. These days parents don't try hard enough to keep them innocent, so they are faced with adult issues and choices far younger than ever before. My goal, in writing my books, is to try to open their minds up to the inevitability of the moral dilemmas they'll face, and to help them pre-determine their choices. It's easier for them to decide what they'll do when they aren't staring peer pressure right in the face. Each book also has a contract and a prayer designed to help them commit to their choice.
Here's a link to a podcast where I talk about my books: http://gabcast.com/casts/1631/episodes/1264012962.mp3
And here's the book trailer:
Besides when you came to know the Lord, what is the happiest day in your life?
The day my triplets were born and I knew they were safe. The births of all six of my kids were amazing, but the weeks preceding the birth of the triplets were so scary that seeing three perfect and healthy, albeit tiny, human beings come from my body was such an incredible relief and answer to so many people's prayers—WOW!
How has being published changed your life?
More than anything, it has clarified and validated my dreams. Let's face it, I didn't wake up a superstar, my bank account hasn't changed all that much (lol), but I do have a much clearer understanding of what God has in store for me—what He's called me to do. Being published validates that calling. Each contract that has followed spurs me on to the next thing He has for me. It seems like every time I start to doubt myself, He drops a nugget in my lap: a new book contract. . .signing with my dream agent. . .the invitation to join a tiny, select group of writer-sister-friends that changed my life, etc. He's good to me like that.
What are you reading right now?
William Henry is a Fine Name by Cathy Gohlke.
What is your current work in progress?
What would be your dream vacation?
I have two. The first would be a trip to Disney World with the whole family, and a Cruise following it. We're actually taking that trip on June 9th of this year. I can't wait!
The second trip would be a cruise of the Greek Islands or an Alaskan cruise with my husband. No immediate plans for that one.
How do you choose your settings for each book?
They are usually loosely based on places I've been. I seldom use an actual place, though. The state or general area might exist, but the town is usually fictitious.
If you could spend an evening with one person who is currently alive, who would it be and why?
I'd say my husband, but I already get that privilege all the time. Other than him, I'd have to pick my writer-sister group. I know that's not just one person, but I couldn't choose from among them for anything. I'd love to sit at a nice big table in some really great restaurant, enjoying their company from appetizers all the way through the third cup of cappuccino. I also have some crit partners that I'd love to meet in person—ACFW conference is coming soon! This will be my first year there and I'm looking forward to the exact scenario I just described.
I look forward to seeing you there, too. What are your hobbies, besides writing and reading?
I'm a student working toward a secondary education degree. I also lead the youth group at my church with my husband. My hubby's and my favorite outdoor activity is biking. Since I had the triplets, it's been a bit of a challenge to get out for rides, though. Our favorite bike ride is 50-mile trip from Chicago's Navy Pier, up the lakefront and into Evanston and the university area.
What is your most difficult writing obstacle, and how do you overcome it?
Time. With a large family, including my 18-month-old triplets, time comes at a high premium. You asked how I overcome it…I'm not quite sure that I do. My husband and I work together to make sure I get the writing time I need. But, you know how it is, it's never enough. With writing, schooling and prepping my teaching for youth group, I require a lot of computer hours. Sometimes I just have to take what I can get at midnight or very early in the morning. It's okay, though. I'm fully aware of how fast this time with my kids goes by and I wouldn't trade it for anything.
What advice would you give to a beginning author?
Read and study. There is so much I wish I'd learned before my first books were written. I've come so far and all it's taught me is that I have so far yet to go.
Tell us about the featured books?
Magna: Molly Jacobs isn't sure what she should do: Should she follow through with stealing some clothes for her friends from Magna the trendy girls clothing store where she works? Or should she do what she knows is right, even if it means losing her friends? Girls ages 10 to 15 make the choice in this interactive story and see how the consequences change Molly's life. Includes a contract and prayer to remind the reader of the importance of making godly decisions.
Making Waves: Kate Walker joins the swim team and becomes obsessed with practice and making it through the championships with flying colors. With a scholarship on the line and pressure from everyone, what will Kate do when she's faced with pressure from her teammates to take an illegal substance that will help her swim multiple events in their championship meet? Girls ages 10 to 15 make the choice in this interactive story and see how the consequences change Kate s life. Includes a contract and prayer to remind the reader of the importance of making godly decisions.
Please give us the first page of the books.
"Purple and yellow polyester gym clothes? This school needs a new wardrobe!" Molly looked at the locker room mirror in disgust as she pulled her shirt off. "They're so ugly, and we have to wear them every single day."
"Plus, it's so gross that they only let us take them home once a week to wash them." Jess wrinkled her nose and pinched it with the tips of her fingers. She dropped the sweaty gym uniform into her duffel bag, careful to touch as little of it as possible.
"I know." Sara gestured over her shoulder to an unkempt girl seated on the bench down the row. "Some people should wash their clothes a lot more often than that."
Molly looked at the girl—her clothes way too small and her hair obviously unwashed. She has more pimples than I have freckles. But still, why does Sara have to be mean? Molly turned away to swipe some gloss on her lips and changed the subject. "Forget about gym clothes for a sec. What about the rest of our clothes? You know, we're in high school now. I don't know about you, but I'm having trouble finding cool stuff in my closet. Everything is so junior high." Her voice trailed off in a whine as she tied her long blond hair back in a ponytail and fluffed her bangs with her fingertips.
Making Waves:
The picture had been shot only six weeks before; but the edges were already tattered, and fingerprints smudged the image. Kate peeled it from the scrapbook page for what seemed like the hundredth time. She leaned back to lie on the floor and raised the picture above her head in one fluid motion—the rotating ceiling fan made the picture wiggle.
Three generations of Walker women stared back at her. Her silver-haired grandma sat elegantly, unsmiling, in a high-backed brocade chair; and her mom stood just behind, grinning. Kate's sister, Julia, looked regal with her ivory-lace wedding dress fanned out around the group like a moat around a castle. She wore her brown, velvety hair swept up in an elegant clip, revealing her long, graceful neck. Kate sat at her mom's feet just outside the moat, her legs twisted to the side as she tried to remain graceful, careful not to touch the ethereal hem of her sister's garment.
How can readers find you on the Internet?
I'm at http://www.nicoleodell.com/ which can also be accessed with http://www.scenariosforgirls.com/ .
On twitter, I'm Nicole_Odell and on facebook, you can find me at www.facebook.com/nicoleodell .
Pop by my blog when you get a second. On Mondays, I post a message to Mom and Dad. Tuesday's is my Girl Talk day—my daughters and I answer readers questions. Wednesday I write about something happening in the writing world—book reviews, etc. Thursdays are for a devotional or testimony. Friday's posts are simple fun. You can access my blog through my website or directly at http://www.nicoleodell.blogspot.com/ .
I also want to mention that I'm the new YA book reviewer for http://www.shereads.org/ . I'll be reviewing there on the last Wednesday of every month.
Thank you so much for having me on your blog, Lena! This interview was a blast!
And we enjoyed the time you spent with us, Nicole.
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26 comments:
- hippmom said...
I've been wanting to get these books for my pre-teen daughter ever since I heard about them. What a terrific idea! Love to win these.
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- apple blossom said...
I'd love to win this book. Thanks
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- Katrina said...
I would love a copy!
- Jan Cline said...
I cannot imagine trying to write with so much on my plate! You are blessed with determination. I'd love to give the books to my granddaughters.
- Mozi Esme said...
Would love to read these!
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- Marla said...
I would love to win these books for the teenage girl I am caregiver of. She has a hard time getting into a book, but I think she would really enjoy these. Thank you for the giveaway.
- Lady Araujo said...
I'd love to win this book.
Thanks for this giveaway.
- Judylynn said...
I'd love to win one of these for my daughter. Please enter me.
- Cherie J said...
Enjoyed the interview. Please enter me. Thank you!
- Nicole O'Dell said...
Thank you for having me here, Lena.
And, thank you all so much for the lovely comments!
- Lisa Harris said...
My eleven year old daughter would love these books. Enjoyed the interview. Thanks for sharing from your life!
- Unknown said...
It is truly amazing that you have time to write with six children to take care of. And I love the idea of the prayer and contract you include in your books. Would love to win one for my niece. God bless you.
- Nancye said...
I would love to win this book! Thanks for the chance.
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- Linda Kish said...
I would love to win one of her books.
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- Simply Stacie said...
Please count me in.
- rbooth43 said...
Any of these books sound great. I am looking forward to the Diamond Estates series.
God Bless You!
Thank you I enjoyed the interview. I am looking for books for my pre teen granddaughter and these are wonderful books that I am getting for her. Its hard to find good books for preteen girls. I know she is going to enjoy these. Thanks again,
- Edna said...
would love these for my 14 year old granddughter, I would read them first LOL
- Coolestmommy said...
LOVE IT!! I'm so glad to see decent reading material for my baby girl (almost 4) who will be a teen before I know it.
Have fun on the Disney trip/cruise. We've done Disney but I do want to add that cruise someday.
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- MaureenT said...
Thanks for the opportunity to win one of these books!
- RoseMillsOhio said...
Thank you for your interview!
I teach 5th grade Sunday School and I am looking for appropriate reading material for them for the summer. Your books are perfect for the girls!
- rubynreba said...
If I keep entering one of these days I'll be the lucky one - thanks for all the great book giveaways!
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I would really love this book. I commented earlier in the week and it appears here but I know you said all the comments disappeared and to re-enter.
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Please enter me in this giveaway - Thanks!
- Martha A. said...
My sister loved your books and I actually did too, even as an adult! One of the nicest teen girl books I have seen! i did not know you had triplets!!! One of my sister's is expecting identical triplets....it is scary and i could relate to your comment. martha(at)lclink(dot)com


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Britania Group of Islands is located in Brgy. Britania in San Agustin, Surigao del Sur. It is comprised of 24 islands and islets in the crystal clear waters of Lianga bay at the eastern part of Mindanao. Most of these islands are uninhabited and only a few of them have a beach. It's definitely Surigao del Sur's best-kept secret.
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- Book a flight to Laguindingan Airport. This is the main city airport of CDO located between the cities of Iligan and Cagayan de Oro. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines have direct flights to Laguindingan from Manila and Cebu.
- From the airport, take a shuttle to CDO City Proper. We took the LAX Shuttle which has stops at Centrio Ayala Mall and Agora Integrated Bus Terminal. Drop off at Agora Eastbound Integrated Bus Terminal. Travel time is 1 hr.
- From Agora Bus Terminal, ride a bus to Butuan City. Bachelor Express and Rural have hourly trips to Butuan. Drop off at Butuan City Integrated Bus terminal. Travel time is 5 hours.
- From Butuan, ride a Bachelor Express bus to Bislig. Ride a bus with signboard to Mangagoy. They use the signboard Mangagoy which is the commercial center of Bislig. Drop off at San Francisco or "San Franz" bus terminal or Barobo bus terminal. Travel time is 3 hours.
- From San Francisco or Barobo bus terminal ride a bus, jeep or van to Tandag. Drop off at Salvacion, San Agustin. Travel time 1-2 hours. From Barobo bus terminal, travel time is only 1 hr.
- Once at Salvacion, San Agustin, hire a habal-habal to bring you to your resort located in Brgy. Britania where you could hire a boat to tour the islets.
We entered Mindanao via CDO as part of our 9-day Mindanao adventure to Davao Oriental, Surigao del Sur, Butuan, CDO, Iligan and Camiguin. CDO is probably the farthest entry point. Other possible entry points are via Butuan City or via Tandag flights. You may fly in to Butuan instead of CDO to cut-off the 5-hour bus ride from CDO-Butuan. If you fly in from Tandag, ride a bus heading south to Barobo or San Francisco then drop off at Salvacion, San Agustin.
There are multiple hotels and inns for you to choose from in Brgy. Britania. Many of them are located along the beach facing Lianga Bay where the islets are. We stayed at Oasis Resthouse. They have air-conditioned rooms with private rest rooms for big groups for only P2,000/night.
It's best to bring your own raw food and ask them to cook it for you. Majority of the low-end resorts lack in food offerings so it's best to bring your own "paluto".
Britania Group of Islands is one of our stops for our 9-day Mindanao adventure to explore Davao Oriental, Surigao del Sur, Butuan, CDO, Iligan and Camiguin. After exploring Aliwagwag falls of Davao Oriental (Read more: Aliwagwag Falls Davao Oriental: Most Beautiful Waterfall in the Philippines), Tinuy-an Falls (Read more: Tinuy-an Falls Surigao del Sur: Niagara Falls of the Philippines) in Bislig and Enchanted River in Hinatuan, this group of islands is our next stop.
Coming from Hinatuan, we hired a habal-habal to bring us to Barobo bus terminal. The ride took 45 minutes. Then from Barobo, we rode a van to Tandag and asked the driver to drop us off at Salvacion which is an hour away. From the waiting shed drop-off, we rode a habal-habal to bring us to Brgy. Britania where most of the resorts are. Before entering the barangay, you will be asked to pay an environmental fee.
Touring the islands is very easy. If you're staying on a resort, ask them for their tour rates. The standard rate is P1,500 for the 4-island tour to Hagonoy Island, Naked Island, Boslon and Hiyor-hiyoran.
We started our tour at Hagonoy Island. A long stretch of island with a handful of coconut and talisay trees. Swimming here is ideal. The sand is fine and white and the waters are crystal clear. If you want to take a rest, you may take a breather at the shade provided by the cluster of trees on one side of the island. You may also eat here if you want as there are tables and chairs for you to use.
Our next stop was Naked Island, just beside Hagonoy. The island is basically a white sand bar with some rocks. Swimming here is also possible with its clear blue waters. You may swim on both sides of the island. It's quite small and local tourists would only stop here to take photos. In our case though, we probably stayed here the longest and most of the time we were the only ones there. We didn't mind the sun and heat. Waves come from both sides covering the island at every surge.
Boslon Island was next. Most tourists would stop here for lunch. There are stalls selling refreshments, food and souvenirs. There are also tables and chairs shaded by some trees and rocks. It's also a great spot for swimming but definitely more crowded compared to the first two islands. Walk behind Boslon Island during low tide and you may walk to the nearby island via a sandbar.
The last stop was Hiyor-hiyoran island. It has a nice wide open beach lined with a handful of palm trees. We didn't swim here since it's full of seaweeds and corals. Snorkeling is possible if you have your gear.
Half-day is enough to visit and enjoy all four islands. Remember, that you can control your time on these islands. Hagonoy – Naked – Boslon – Hiyor-Hiyoran is the usual route of the tour. We recommend spending more time in Hagonoy and Naked islands since its beaches are excellent for swimming. Swimming in Boslon Island is also good but with the crowds of tourists eating behind you, it may not be as relaxing. Lastly, Hiyor-Hiyoran island is good for beach bumming but not swimming.
On your way back, just ask your habal-habal driver to bring you to the waiting shed along the highway. Buses and jeepneys pass by here if you're either heading to Tandag or Butuan. Another option is to go to the Integrated Bus Terminal of San Antonio a few minutes away.
- Transportation: Van to Tandag drop off at Salvacion P100, Cheaper alternative is Bus to Tandag drop off at Salvacion around P50, Habal-habal to Brgy. Britania P20 one-way
- Accommodation: P1000/night at Oasis Rest House airconditioned with private bathroom
- Food: If you can, bring your own paluto.
- Tour: P1,500 4-island tour to Hagonoy, Naked, Boslon and Hiyor-hiyoran islands
- Avoid the typhoon season. You will not be able to enjoy the beaches. Make sure you check on the weather before visiting.
- Cellphone signal is very weak in Brgy. Britania but texting and calling is possible. 3G/LTE signals is also very weak to non-existent for major networks.
- Food might be a problem when visiting the low-end resorts. They usually don't stock on food. You'll probably end up eating what's left on their fridge if you don't bring your own.
- Dictate your time on the island. Our boatman gave us a time limit on how long we could spend at Hagonoy and Naked island. We just ignored him since it was cleared to us by the resort that the tour would depend on us.
- Aliwagwag Falls: Most Beautiful Waterfall in the Philippines
- Tinuy-an Falls: Niagara Falls of the Philippines
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Hello everyone Here in France, the update is in version 1007.9 and not yet available on smarthing. Same incident after update. Barely 10 minutes after stopping the sound bar. the rear and SW no longer sound. I want to throw the product through the window. i called samsung customer service who told me that there is an update that fixes the problem ... last product samsung that I buy
Here in the Netherlands this just got posted online :-) I guess the 0000 is the 1008 firmware. Will find out tonight.
Anyone keep getting this issue soundbar works for a bit then just shows as offline
I have the same problem. Bought it on the 18th June and have to keep connecting manually. Done a firmware update last night and still the same issue. Called Samsung support and they advised to reset by holding down volume up and down keys and then try connecting, also advised to take it back to retailer for replacement if problem persists.
He also said it was the first time he had heard of this problem.
I am having this problem too in samrt things where it shows offline. Havent found a fix for it yet
Did you connect via hdmi/arc ? I have offline when i connect via optical...
As you can see from this site and AV Forums this problem is rife with multiple users reporting it across the globe, Samsung are lieing when they say they do not know about it, they must have a warehouse full of returned units. Given the cost it is a disgrace.
I'm on my second unit which is finally working ok. I changed the broadcast channel on my wi-fi to try to cut any interference and updated the firmware, both of these have helped but I'm concerned that future firmware changes might destroy that.
It's a real shame because when it works and it has a good Atmos or Dolby Digital soundtrack the machine is awesome.
I am also connected via HDMI and have found that adding the device to smartthings again does work.
This is the first positive note I have seen and I do hope for you it does continue to work as the sound is awesome.
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For the most part, this blog isn't intended as a political forum—its primary purpose has been, and will remain, the critical discussion of books, music, and movies. That said: it's an election year, and I'm married to a public policy grad student, and I just plain feel compelled to comment on one particular tidbit of news that came to my attention this morning via Bookninja, Tame the Web, and Librarian.net. All have spotted something distressing about Republican Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin buried in a recent Time magazine article about her. From the article (as highlighted at Librarian.net):
[Former Wasilla mayor] Stein says that as mayor, Palin continued to inject religious beliefs into her policy at times. "She asked the library how she could go about banning books," he says, because some voters thought they had inappropriate language in them. "The librarian was aghast." The librarian, Mary Ellen Baker, couldn't be reached for comment, but news reports from the time show that Palin had threatened to fire her for not giving "full support" to the mayor.
That's right: Palin wanted to remove books from the shelves of the local library, and apparently because she didn't like the fact that some books sometimes use bad words.
Any attempt to ban books or in any way limit people's freedom to read what they choose runs directly counter to my values as a reader, writer, and librarian. And the idea of a book banner in power the White House sends a shiver down my spine. Supporters of book banning fail to understand some of the fundamental ideas underlying American democracy: they are opponents of free expression, and as such cannot be trusted with power. Also, in the article, Stein alleges that Palin wanted to see the librarian fired for refusing to ban books, which suggests that she might be intolerant of any kind of dissent when wielding executive power. And we all know how well the Bush administration's secretiveness, resistance to outside ideas, and stubborn insistence on loyalty and consistency in the face of all evidence to the contrary has worked for the country the past seven years.
It's also come to my attention that Palin is a supporter of "intelligent design" theory, and would like to see it taught in public schools. This is another deeply discouraging sign—it suggests to me that under a McCain/Palin administration, we couldn't expect to see a reversal of Bush's manipulation, suppression, abuse, and misuse of scientific information.


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The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a year-long program that teaches high school students how to start and run their own REAL businesses. YEA! was developed at the University of Rochester in 2004 with the support of a grant from the Kauffman Foundation, and can now be found in communities nationwide. The Greendale Chamber of Commerce and Milwaukee Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce (MMAC) are excited to introduce YEA! to southwestern Milwaukee County.
YEA! guides high school students through the process of starting and running a legitimate business or social movement over the course of a full academic year. As of 2014, YEA! has graduated 2,298 students who have started over 1,700 businesses and social movements! YEA! graduates start as students, and leave the program as CEOs of their own companies! You can learn more about YEA! here.
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In light of the bravery of the anonymous victim and her demand for justice, my mind has been swirling with how do we respond as a culture when women are continually shamed into silence and then often blamed for sexual assault. If this is true in the United States, than it is ever more true in Guatemala.
I have lived in Guatemala for almost 6 years and every single Guatemalan woman that I have ever talked to has been sexually grabbed or groped on the bus, or while walking down the street. Every. Single. One. Women are so used to being catcalled while walking to their cars or through the market that most have stopped paying attention. I have heard men yell obscene and offensive comments at Guatemalan women, and foreigners alike. This kind of unjust and unacceptable behavior affects women of ALL social classes, skin colors, backgrounds and ages. I once heard an indigenous women share how she grew up learning not if a man touches you, but when, you remain quiet and don't fight back so you don't get hurt worse. (I was shocked) Once a former coworker from Guatemala City told me that every day she rode the bus the ayudante would pat her butt in a sly, sexual way. Her only option was to take a different bus or sit down quickly. (I couldn't believe it.)
But then one afternoon near the end of my first year here, I was walking back to my apartment in Antigua on a sunny afternoon. A tall, dark haired Guatemalan was leaning against a brightly colored wall. As I walked passed him and in one quick swoop, he reached his hand under my dress and grabbed my ass. I was so caught off guard that I yelped and turned around to face him. He looked at me and put his finger over his lips as if to whisper "shhh" don't tell. I was livid and angry and wanted to swear in Spanish, but I remained silent and kept walking. Who was I going to tell? I knew well enough no one was going to do anything. So I buried my anger and made a point to walk on the opposite side of the street when possible and to not wear a dress any more. But I know now that asking women to change what they wear or what they do is NOT the solution. That's the dangerous script that rape culture promotes. The focus is on the woman, never the assaulter.
The sad reality for many women here, who experience exponentially more horrific things than a simple ass-grab in the street, is that they have no place to use their voice. No place to say it doesn't matter what I do, or what I wear, you may NOT touch my body. They are often shamed into remaining silent. Guatemala has one of the highest rates of sexual violence in the world. And 98% of perpetrators go unpunished. What kind of message does that send to young men (and women) when a violent crime against another person has no consequence.
There are so few places that give women a place to share her story or demand justice, and there are even fewer places talking to men and boys about how to act respectfully and understand things like male privilege, consent and rape culture.
Of course there are always exceptions to every rule. I am married to one of them. And there are many other Guatemalan men who stand up for women, stop inappropriate jokes and show respect and kindness to people, all people. However, we need to do better, Guatemala. We need to talk directly to boys in our schools and homes; we need leaders and parents who don't diminish their daughter's worth by saying, "you shouldn't have worn that." I don't know where to start, maybe a Facebook group where Guatemalan women can share their stories without shame? Maybe a town hall meeting for every NGO that works with youth, and particularly boys? Maybe some place to bring men AND women together who want to fight against this on a community level? If we can't change the justice system, we can at least encourage more people to be like the two Swedish men on the bicycles that night. To speak up, stand up and do something when men are making a woman feel uncomfortable by joking or catcalling, or worse grabbing or harassing.
I'm not naive enough to think I can change an entire culture or system that is heavily bent toward machismo and an unjust criminal system, but I can be part of changing the conversation we have around women and men and sexual assault. And so can you. Will you join me? I'm not sure where this is going, but I have lived here long enough that failing to say something is not an option anymore.
P.S. If you know of people or resources in Guatemala who working toward helping sexual assault victims and preventing them, I would love to know more.


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The Company noted that it has modified the schedule of meetings at which its Board of Directors will consider the declaration of quarterly dividends on the Company's Common Stock effective in 2003. Under the modified schedule, dividends on the Company's Common Stock would be considered at Board meetings scheduled for February, May, August and November. As a result quarterly dividend payment dates for dividends which are declared would be approximately two weeks later than had been the case in 2002.
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Getting through a divorce is one of the most challenging transitions a person will ever face. Feeling like a failure is a very common sign, as is being overwhelmed by the experience. Some people try to avoid the pain which comes with divorce or minimize the impact the experience has on their life. Help is available, and reaching out for it is challenging. Getting support can help a person who has lived through a divorce make healthier choices for the next stage in his or her life and learn how to trust again.
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33 Fuskie Lane, Daufuskie Island
In today's world it is hard to find estate Ocean front property, well this lot is one of the few, over 1.5 acres on the Atlantic Ocean and ready to Build your Dream home and guest home as well! Daufuskie is private Island off the coast of South Carolina, about a 5000 acre retreat with beautiful beaches and nature as well as a great friendly group of islanders! come take a look as hard to find this in other areas!
Essential Information
- Price$799,000
- Bathrooms0.00
- Acres1.59
- TypeLand
- Sub-TypeUnimproved Land
- StatusActive
- AmenitiesNone
- ViewOcean
- Is WaterfrontYes
Listing Details
- Courtesy of Charter One Realty
Community Information
- Address33 Fuskie Lane
- AreaDaufuskie Island
- SubdivisionBloody Point
- CityDaufuskie Island
- CountyBeaufort
- StateSC
- Zip Code29915
- Legal AddressDAUFUSKIE ISLAND CLUB
Additional Information
- Days on Market750
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The BlindsBook - 2017
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As I was reading it, I wondered where Sternbergh got his inspirations from? Australia, where the British Empire used to sent its worst criminals? Current research into how memory works? Mad scientists trying to play God? Ruthless billionaire buying and manipulating our governments? Nevertheless, it is well written, with the exceptions of a few places where Sternbergh was describing the inner thinking of a few of the characters. The narratives got bogged down and perhaps he should have just let their actions carry the plot?
Great mixture of sci-fi and a western. Really enjoyed it.
A whodunnit with a sci-fi angle. The novel starts slow, but picks up speed at about a third of the way. Lots of action towards the end. It strikes me as a mix between a Twilight Zone episode and the Stephen King's "Rose Madder". The descriptions of the violent parts of the action are a little graphic, but not too distracting.
Such an interesting book! I only put it down when I had to and couldn't wait to get back to it. So unexpected, mysterious, fascinating and really makes you wonder - is this possible? Could it be happening? Very good read!
Interesting characters, fast pace-unique story line, well written. What more can one ask for in a novel? Sternbergh has succeeded in writing an excellent mystery/sci-fi like novel, that displays his talents as an author that I will look forward to reading in the future.
A full review can be found in the summary section. Review first published in the Stratford Gazette September 2017.
The Blinds is a different kind of town. It's a small population in the middle of nowhere Texas comprising of people who don't really know who they are. They arrive with very specific parts of their memories removed. They're criminals, witnesses to terrible things, and the like who are there for their own protection. They can leave whenever they'd like but the understanding is their chances on the outside aren't good.
It's been quiet until there's a shooting - and only the "sheriff" has a gun.
We have a murder mystery and a western wrapped up in one with our small town dealings, and politics, compounded by the government's involvement and the knowledge that most of the people living in town are not innocents; even if they don't remember what they did or saw. It's a good read, very noir like at points too.
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Violence: Contains some graphic descriptions of people being killed.
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Welcome to the Blinds, the next step in witness protection. Where new residents travel to an isolated compound in the remote and dusty Texas landscape, 100 miles from any living town or being, a place where the population is comprised of dangerous criminals given a second chance, and innocent witnesses who would be in danger out in the world. The catch is that the residents must undergo a procedure that erases specific memories from their past. If you don't know what makes you dangerous, you can't reveal it and give yourself away. In the Blinds you begin anew and follow three simple rules: No one other than new residents may come into the town; absolutely no contact with the outside world; and if you decide to leave you may never return, and if you leave, you most certainly will wind up dead.
In the 8 years that Calvin Cooper has been sheriff, he has maintained an uneasy peace with the residents. Now in the past two months, he has been forced to deal with a suicide and now a murder. Cooper assisted by his colleagues, investigate the crime where anyone might have a motive and the skills to carry it out. The arrival of agents to help with the investigation, stir up more unease and suspicion among a population unused to dealing with people from the outside world, adding more chaos to a volatile situation. Could a town full of criminals who've forgotten their crimes ever change?
Sternberg writes a compelling fast-paced novel full of unexpected twists and turns. Told through multiple perspectives, readers are sure to enjoy this genre-bending mystery with elements of a western thrown in. Fans who've enjoyed Cormac McCarthys' No Country for Old Men and Craig Johnsons' The Highway Man are sure to enjoy this novel.
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