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Criminology Pathway from The College
Pathway Overview
Learn about crime, the criminal justice system and cutting edge themes in criminological debates from leading experts in the field.
Gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for a wide range of careers in the Criminal Justice System and related organisations.
Successful completion of this pathway will lead to the award of one of the following from Swansea University:
Criminology and Criminal Justice, BSc (Hons)
Criminology and Psychology, BSc (Hons)
Criminology and Social Policy, BSc (Hons)
Entry Dates and Fees
Foundation - Two Semesters
September, November*, January - £16,000**
First Year - Two Semesters
September - £16,000**
Second and Final Year (University)
September - £17,350 to £17,700**
*The November entry is the same price as 2 semester September entry but is 2.5 semesters in duration.
**Fees for 2023/2024 are subject to change. See Pathway and Fees Summary for more details.
You can apply via our application portal, Study Link.
Before you submit your application, please make sure that:
You know which course you want to study and which date you want to start.
You have electronic copies of your academic transcripts, which you will need to attach to your online application. Please note: the limit for all attachments is 25MB.
Please note: If you are a citizen/permanent resident of the United Kingdom and have not lived outside of the UK for at least three years, you may not be eligible to apply via The College, Swansea University. Admissions staff will review your application and get in touch to advise you.
There are both English Language and Academic Entry Requirements for Foundation and First Year study.
You can be admitted directly to First Year if your academic qualifications do not require a Foundation stage of study. For details of the requirements for students of your country, please visit our Academic Entry Requirements page.
In addition to the above, all students will be required to demonstrate a suitable level of English language ability. Information on these requirements, and on the qualifications that we accept, can be viewed on our English language requirements page.
Smaller class sizes allowing for a more personalised experience
An affordable city, among the top 10 most affordable university towns in the UK in 2019, allowing for low cost of living
A truly diverse community providing opportunities to meet people from all four corners of the map
An outstanding support network ready to help you with any issue you may encounter, be they academic, financial or personal
Flexible starting times and course durations allowing for a tailored experience to suit your desires and needs
Full access to Swansea University. Students of The College are Swansea University students from day one. You will have full access to all Swansea University support systems such as the Library, students union and @campuslife services.
A stunning location only mere minutes away from the beach and a short drive from stunning areas of wilderness.
Swansea repeatedly ranks among the most affordable University towns making it an ideal base for students.
Foundation Year Modules
Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
This module has been designed to help students develop their academic literacy and communication skills in preparation for undergraduate study and to understand the institutional culture, practices, rules and expectations of British higher education in an international academic context and community.
Assessment: presentations, group work, research report, referencing
Composition and Style
Aiming to assist students in improving their academic performance in terms of writing and presenting, Composition and Style dedicates time to allowing students to understand the importance of feedback and reflection in order to improve future performance. The module therefore provides students with the fundamental knowledge base and skills required at undergraduate level.
Assessment: Essays, examination
The module provides students with a fundamental knowledge base and intellectual skills associated with thinking critically. Also covered is understanding the basic requirements for building and consolidating a reasoned argument, issues of neutrality and bias and an emphasis is placed on the issue of the credibility of ideas, texts and evidence.
Assessment: In-class tests, essay
Comprehensive understanding of current ICT issues is essential in the modern world. Through this module students will gain the skills to equip them in the use of common productivity and content management software programmes. This module will emphasise the use of Microsoft Windows packages including PowerPoint, Excel and Word as a platform for further study.
Assessment: Class test (unweighted)
This module provides students with knowledge of the fundamental aspects of mass communication. It offers an introduction to concepts used in media discourse and, in particular, how these are used in discussions of the media and reality. Communication is a central theme throughout the module and the different forms this may take in a culture e.g. film, TV, semiotics and advertising.
Assessment: Essay, case study, presentation
Legal Skills
The purpose of this module is to develop the skills that are required to be able to study effectively. The module will interlink with the other foundation law modules, providing students with the knowledge and ability to utilise academic databases and journals through a series of tasks which will have direct relevance to the topics being studied in other modules. Students will develop an in depth understanding of the English legal system and its sources of law.
Assessment: Research, presentation
English Legal System
The module provides an introduction to the legal infrastructure operating within the United Kingdom. The module will confirm the basics of what the law seeks to achieve within a democracy, identification of the main classifications and sources of law, and a detailed examination of the process of parliamentary and judicial law making. In addition it will deliver a study of the Human Rights legislation-which seeks to enhance the students' ability to apply law to a theoretical scenario.
Assessment: Examination
The module provides an introduction to the basics of contract law within the UK Discussions cover the formation principles governing offer, acceptance, consideration and the intention to create legal relations. This module also considers the content of contracts, the incorporation of different terms and the common law and statutory controls on exclusion clauses as well as practical drafting techniques employed by contract lawyers. The common law remedy of damages for breach of contract will also be covered
Here, an introduction to the structure of the UK legal system, system of government and Parliament from both theoretical and practical viewpoints is offered. The module will provide students with an understanding of UK constitutional law and theory, giving them the ability to critically evaluate the merits and demerits of a variety of contemporary issues affecting a modern United Kingdom.
This module considers the principles and policies behind the decision to criminalise certain types of behaviour, and analyse the different approaches which may be taken. Crime will be examined from both a conceptual and practical approach, following the development of the offence over time. The module will also consider the future direction of the criminal law and reform.
First Year Modules
As this course is an Integrated First Year, students are required to study 120 credits of Swansea University Modules.
These modules can be found on Swansea University's Criminology Page.
In addition, students must study the following College modules:
Research and Study Skills (ILSC) 1
This module aims to help students to develop their academic English, communication, research, and critical reasoning skills to be successful undergraduate students. A subsidiary aim of this module is to ensure that students develop transferable skills that help them to take responsibility for their personal, academic and professional development.
Assessment: Presentation, group work, written assessments
Academic Support Tutorial
The aim of the support tutorials is to provide academic support and guidance to students on a year 1 Integrated programme with The College, Swansea University. Each pathway has a distinct Academic Support Tutorial allowing students to receive tailored support in areas such as progression, discussion and debate, communication and organisation.
Assessment: None
All Foundation Year programmes will be taught on the Bay Campus. First and further years are taught on the Singleton Park Campus of Swansea University.
Recommended textbooks for this course are available in the University libraries, but you may choose to purchase personal copies. All software needed for the course is available on the University network for use within University computer rooms. Free wireless internet access is available across the whole of the University campus, including halls of residence. Personal costs such as purchase of stationery, photocopying costs, parking fees or travel between the campuses are not included in your tuition fees.
You will need to purchase a personal electronic calculator for statistics (approx. £10).
You may need to pay for a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at a cost of £44 (price as at November 2017) for some Independent Research projects in Year Three or for students taking the Psychology Work Placement module.
If you have any queries about this programme, please contact us at the-college-enquiries@swansea.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 1792 602 888.
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Home / News / NEWSLETTER AND LEGAL UPDATES: FALL 2012
NEWSLETTER AND LEGAL UPDATES: FALL 2012
SUCCESS BASED ON LONG LASTING
RELATIONSHIPS FORGED IN INTEGRITY,
EXCELLENCE, COMMITMENT AND TEAMWORK.
Fanning Harper Martinson Brandt & Kutchin, P.C. is pleased to provide you with our Fall 2012 Newsletter and Legal Update. Below you will find information regarding successes and activities of our attorneys.
Please click the hyperlinks for updates regarding Constitutional/Civil Rights, Local Government, Products Liability, Employment Law, School Law, Commercial Trucking litigation, Premises Liability, Zoning, Land Use and Taking, and Insurance Law. Please call us with your questions or comments.
FHMBK NAMED AMONG TEXAS' TOP RANKED LAW FIRMS FOR 2012
Fanning Harper Martinson Brandt & Kutchin, P.C., is proud to announce that it has earned a place on the 2012 Texas' Top Ranked Law Firms list published by the respected legal services information provider Martindale-Hubbell.
In order to be considered for the exclusive listing, at least one-third of a firm's lawyers must possess an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available.
"The AV Preeminent rating is reserved for lawyers recognized by their peers for the highest level of professional excellence," says Don D. Martinson, director at Fanning Harper. "I'm impressed each day by the level of expertise, professionalism and the attention to detail that Fanning Harper lawyers demonstrate."
Only 217 firms are included in the list, which has been published in the 2012 Texas' Top Ranked Law Firms magazine. The magazine was included in the Oct. 31, 2012, editions of The Wall Street Journal and Texas Lawyer, in addition to being delivered to Texas subscribers of The American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel and The National Law Journal.
FHMBK lawyers in the Martindale-Hubbell list earned an average peer-score rating of 4.9 on a five-point scale. Qualities considered for the ratings include lawyers' legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment and legal experience. FHMBK attorneys also earned high scores from clients for their communication abilities, responsiveness, quality of service and value.
CHEERLEADER CASE ATTRACTS NATIONAL ATTENTION
The "Kountze Cheerleaders' Case" (Matthews, et al v. Kountze ISD and Kevin Weldon), a case being handled by FHMBK attorneys Thomas P. Brandt, Joshua Skinner and John Husted, has attracted national attention. The case, though still in the early stages of litigation, has already been covered, sometimes on multiple occasions, by the major television networks as well as by the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, and the Economist. The story has been covered on Good Morning America as well as other similar national broadcasts.
Widespread interest in the case has resulted in FHMBK receiving numerous requests for the most pertinent pleadings in the case. In order to address those requests, we have posted the most recent pleadings in the case here.
We will keep you posted as the case develops.
VICTORIES AND HONORS
DISTRICT COURT VICTORIES
THOMAS P. BRANDT, JOSHUA SKINNER, and LAURA O'LEARY successfully represented a North Texas community college district in an employment case alleging various Title VII claims, including that the former police officer employee was fired because of his race, ethnicity, religion, or in retaliation for his prior complaints. FHMBK moved for summary judgment. The federal district court granted summary judgment on all claims.
THOMAS P. BRANDT and JOSHUA SKINNER successfully represented a North Texas community college district in an employment case brought by two former police officer employees alleging that their employer violated Title VII by permitting a hostile work environment, by constructively discharging them, by failing to promote them and by retaliating against them for their prior complaints. FHMBK filed a motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim. The federal district court, holding that the plaintiffs' complaint was deficient, ordered the plaintiffs to replead their complaint. The plaintiffs failed to replead and FHMBK moved for dismissal for want of prosecution. The district court granted the motion and dismissed the case with prejudice.
THOMAS P. BRANDT, JOSHUA SKINNER, and LAURA O'LEARY successfully represented a North Texas school district in a case involving allegations that student-on-student bullying led to the suicide of an elementary school student. The plaintiffs alleged that the school district violated various special education laws as well as the United States Constitution. FHMBK moved for summary judgment, pointing to the lack of evidence that bullying had occurred, that it had caused the death of the child, or that school officials failed to properly respond to allegations of bullying. The federal district court granted the motion, dismissing all claims against the school district.
THOMAS P. BRANDT and JOSHUA SKINNER successfully represented an elementary school principal in the latest round of the long-running "Candy Cane" case. The plaintiffs alleged that the principal had violated the First Amendment rights of a parent who wished to distribute religious messages to other parents during an in-class "winter break" party. The principal told the parent that outside materials could be distributed on a distribution table in the library, but not in the classroom. FHMBK moved for dismissal of the claims against the principal based on qualified immunity. The federal magistrate judge recommended that the motion be granted, noting the lack of clarity in the law regarding the free speech rights of parents when attending school events.
THOMAS P. BRANDT, JOSHUA SKINNER, and JOHN HUSTED successfully defended the City Manager and several City Councilmembers of a North Texas City in an employment case brought by the former director of the City's recreation department. FHMBK attorneys successfully defended the city officials against the former director's allegations that she was denied her procedural and substantive due process rights when she was terminated.
THOMAS P. BRANDT and FRANK VALENZUELA successfully defended a North Texas independent school district against a claim of employment retaliation asserted by a former employee. FHMBK moved for summary judgment, pointing to the fact that the former employee had made no complaint that could serve as the basis for her claim and that the district was justified in terminating her based on her misconduct. The state district court dismissed the retaliation claim against the school district.
THOMAS P. BRANDT, FRANK VALENZUELA, and LAURA O'LEARY successfully defended a private substance abuse treatment center from the claims of two former clients. FHMBK moved to dismiss the plaintiffs' claims, arguing that they had abandoned their claims and did not participate in the discovery process in violation of the rules of procedure and the court's order. The federal district court dismissed the two plaintiffs' claims with prejudice.
THOMAS P. BRANDT, JOSHUA SKINNER and LAURA O'LEARY successfully represented a North Texas school district against allegations that school district officials had attempted to intimidate witnesses and destroy evidence in a civil case involving allegations that student-on-student bullying led to the suicide of an elementary school student. FHMBK presented extensive evidence demonstrating the falsity of the plaintiffs' claims. The federal district court denied the plaintiffs' motion and praised the school district administrator for her sensitive and appropriate conduct.
SPEECHES AND PUBLICATIONS
Because of his recognized expertise, THOMAS P. BRANDT is frequently asked to comment on current legal issues. Below are links to some recent interviews. Mr. Brandt has given interviews on such topics as affirmative action, civil rights, and municipal liability.
To view all of Mr. Brandt's most recent television appearances, click here.
To listen to the audio of Mr. Brandt's appearance on KLIF-AM 570 with Kurt Gilchrist, click here.
On August 23, 2012, JOSH KUTCHIN presented a continuing education seminar at the Horace Mann Insurance Company, fully accredited by the Texas Department of Insurance, on Texas Tort Reform and Texas Judicial Reform. The seminar traced the historical evolution of these reform efforts, and analyzed recent developments and the current state of our substantive and procedural reform.
On September 10, 2012, FRANK VALENZUELA presented a talk concerning the HHS mandate to the Rockwall County Republican Women's Club.
On October 13, 2012, FRANK VALENZUELA presented a talk concerning the HHS mandate to the Rockwall County Republican Men's Club.
THOMAS BRANDT, JOSHUA SKINNER and LAURA O'LEARY made presentations at a seminar sponsored by the National Business Institute ("NBI"). The seminar was held in Fort Worth on November 28, 2012. The title of the seminar was "Texas Special Education Law." Mr. Brandt and Mrs. O'Leary spoke on the topic "Establishing the Framework of Special Education Law." Mr. Skinner spoke on the topic "Protecting the Rights of Children with Special Needs."
THOMAS P. BRANDT has been asked to give a presentation at the 28th Annual University of Texas School Law Seminar. The presentation is scheduled to be held in Austin February 21 – 22, 2013. Mr. Brandt has been asked to talk about some of the differences between federal and state employment laws.
THOMAS P. BRANDT has been asked to give a presentation to the American Bar Association at its mid-year conference in February of 2013. Mr. Brandt has been asked to address issues of free speech and religious liberty in public schools based on his experiences in, among others, the "Candy Cane Case."
HONORS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
On September 14, 2012, FHMBK celebrated THOMAS P. BRANDT'S 20th anniversary with FHMBK. Tom joined the firm in September 1992.
On December 5, 2012, FHMBK had the rare privilege of hosting a small gathering at Terrilli's restaurant on lower Greenville Avenue, in honor of Kathryn Fagan, who is retiring this December after spending the last 10 years of her professional career with Kemper and Unitrin. Kaye has been a good friend of this firm for more than three decades, going back to the early 1980s when she worked for AIG; her friendship and her loyalty over the years have been much appreciated. We will greatly miss working with Kaye and wish her the best in her retirement.
This newsletter is established for informational purposes only. Nothing in this newsletter should be construed as individual advice, and the use of the e-mail link for communications with the firm or any individual member of the firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

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Providing a pragmatic child-centred environment that makes learning a joyful experience
The School is located at a prominent peaceful location at Chikoowadi, Borivali West. The G + 8 storey school building and playground with greenery all around, the school campus is designed to cater to the needs of young, growing children.
The school boasts of the most modern facilities. No efforts have been spared in creating an environment in which students are challenged to seek excellence academically, socially, physically, artistically, and spiritually.
Eight Storey School building with playground within its campus and a well maintained recreational garden adjoining the school premises.
Safe and Secure Building with Security Guards, CC TV cameras, Hi Tech Access systems and Building Management System.
Earthquake resistant structure, Full Time DG Power Back up, latest firefighting equipment, smoke detectors and digital sound broadcast system.
Separate entrance and a toilet for physically challenged students.
Full-fledged Canteen facility serving healthy and nutritive food to students.
Two wide staircases and Seven Mitsubishi lifts manned with trained female lift attendants to ensure smooth, secure and timely transition of kids.
Thoughtfully planned, age appropriate air conditioned classrooms with imported school furniture.
Optimum use of technology with use of latest digital boards and projectors in each classroom.
Community area on each floor for children to unwind.
Separate hygienic toilets for girls and boys with filtered drinking water facility.
Full time housekeeping staff to ensure cleanliness and hygiene within the campus.
Well stocked library spread over two floors.
WALDNER Science laboratory, Art and Craft Studio, Robotics lab, Math lab, Language Lab, Music Studio and multipurpose lab.
Audio Visual Theatre.
Indoor Sports Area for Indoor Sports such as Table Tennis, Caroms, Chess and YOGA.
Uniform and Book store, Medical Checkup Clinic and SICK BAY.
Witty Inclusive and Special Education Centre (WISE) catering to remedial education of special kids, occupational therapy, speech therapy, counseling and vocational guidance.
Fleet of self-owned school buses.
Learning Rooms
The faculty members use every technology tool at their disposal to foster a rich and varied learning environment in the learning rooms. This includes star digital boards, audiovisual systems, the Internet, and educational CDs. Every learning room also has a public address system, clocks, display and writing boards, custom made imported furniture and air conditioning.
Well-equipped and modernized laboratories are available for standard IV and above. The laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Languages, and Mathematics are equipped in accordance with the specifications and standards of international examination boards. All experiments will be performed under the supervision of teachers and lab assistants.
The school has two computer laboratories with Broadband Internet connection and sophisticated multimedia facilities and resources. Equipped with the latest hardware and software, our computer laboratories provide an excellent ambience and opportunity to learn and master ICT skills from the basic to the advanced levels.
The school has a well-resourced library with books, periodicals and a variety of other resources that can be used for research, reference and new learning. Reading is encouraged in students from a very young age, as an independent way to learn and gain knowledge. For reading pleasure there is a wide range of fiction for all age groups and reading abilities right from age 3 to 18. Library is also used for literature promotion and language support. Primary classes come to the library once a week for storytelling and a range of activities centered on literature appreciation and information literacy. In addition, students have access to periodicals, audio-visual resources, Internet facilities etc. The library also supports the archiving of the school's various learning resources and records.
Fine Arts and Music Studios
Art, craft and music studios encourage students to develop a variety of interests. Special emphasis is placed on developing student's appreciation for and involvement in various forms of drama, dance, music, art and craft as a means of self-expression and cultural enrichment. The Music Studio is equipped with a wide range of traditional and modern musical instruments providing children with a variety of learning experiences in music.
Audio Visual Education
Audio-visual education is an integral part of the school's programme, which supplements learning through charts, slides, films etc. to provide a more meaningful and active learning experience. To develop proficiency in activities like elocution and dramatics, the school has the most modern air-conditioned audio-visual centre equipped with the latest technologies to enrich and enhance the learning process. The faculty members use every technology tool at their disposal to foster a rich and varied learning environment. This includes digital boards, audiovisual systems, the Internet, and educational CDs.
School Cafeteria
The School Cafeteria conforming to the highest standards of modern catering serves balanced and nutritious vegetarian snacks and lunch at break times. Special care is taken to provide students with options that are healthy, nutritious and balanced. Hygiene and strict quality control of food are a priority. Filtered drinking water is available throughout the day on each floor of the school.
Medicare Centre
The school places great importance on the health and safety of students. Suitably qualified nursing staff keeps the medical centre open throughout the school day, while the panel of doctors is available on call for any emergency. In its modern and child-friendly setting, the medical centre maintains high standards of hygiene and a well-documented system of students' health records. The medical staff arranges for routine medical treatment as well as health promotion activities such as an annual check-up, and dental and ophthalmologic camps.
The School also has a full-fledged Witty Inclusive and Special Education Centre (WISE) catering to remedial education, vocational guidance, speech therapy and occupational therapy etc.
The need for safe passage of each child to school and back home is of paramount importance to us. To ensure safe travel the school has its own fleet of school buses designed as per standards and manned by trained drivers and personnel sensitized to the needs of small children. The Transport Service (optional) is operated by the school and a separate transport fee is charged for this. For supervision and monitoring a transport attendant is on board throughout the journey.
Safety of students is of paramount significance to us. The entire building structure is Earthquake resistant and is equipped with the latest firefighting equipment. Smoke detectors are installed in all the rooms and there is a 24x7 Building Management System installed on the ground floor of the building with CC TV cameras and alarm devices installed at all important locations. The campus is manned by efficient Security Guards throughout the year who only permit authorized access into the campus. The school has a full time DG power back up.
Witty Tweets, Chikoowadi
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What are the Different Types of Aerobics Games?
Games like soccer can provide a good aerobic workout.
Basketball has great aerobic benefits, as players are running for almost the entire game.
Tennis provides an aerobic workout.
Playing football can offer aerobic benefits.
Aerobics games in step aerobics often involve mastering a certain routine.
Racquetball is an aerobics game that can be played alone or with others.
It is rare to find any designated aerobics games, because aerobics by nature is a fairly independent activity. There are plenty of games, however, that offer aerobic benefits when they are played. Many of the most popular sports, for example, such as basketball, football, tennis, or soccer, offer great aerobic benefits because players run for almost the entire duration of the game. Aqua aerobics classes may also offer aerobics games as part of the class; aqua Frisbee®, for instance, is a fun aerobics game that is played in the water, and is similar to football.
Aerobics games based off of step aerobics, dance aerobics, or kickboxing, for example, are fairly rare. It is difficult to create a game out of aerobics moves, though some people may try to make an aerobics game out of creating new routines. Kids often play aerobics games as well without even realizing it; tag, for example, is a popular game for kids to play outside that also offers great aerobic benefits. Some people find that the best way to get their aerobics workout in is to make it part of a sport or game they already enjoy playing.
There is no reason that aerobics workouts have to be boring. While running on the treadmill offers a great workout, for instance, many people quickly get bored with it and stop exercising. Instead, it might be fun to try a new group sport or individual sport. Tennis and racquetball are both great aerobics games that can be played independently or with others. Basketball and soccer are two sports that offer a lot of aerobic benefits, and many gyms or fitness centers organize teams that members can join. This way, it is possible to have fun and get aerobic exercise at the same time.
Aqua games classes can also be a great way to exercise. The water offers natural resistance to the muscles, and it offers a virtually zero-impact workout. There are many different aerobics games that can be played in the water, and many fitness centers offer classes in aqua aerobics or aqua games. Of course, it is not necessary to play a game to get an aerobics workout that is fun and challenging. Taking the dog for a walk, for example, or going on a hike in the woods are two options that are great exercise; swimming independently in a pool is another aerobic activity that can be fun.
Should Ultimate Frisbee Be Taken Seriously?
What are the Most Common Aerobics Moves?
What are Aerobics for Kids?
What are Christian Aerobics?
What are the Different Types of Aerobics Gear?
How do I Choose the Best Aqua Aerobics Classes?
How do I do Aerobics at Home?
My gym actually offers a weekly capture the flag game in a local park. It tends to be pretty well attended with about 30 people showing up every week.
Many people would not think about capture the flag as an aerobic game, but the truth is that you are running, jumping, crouching and crawling almost constantly. I always feel worn out in the best kind of way when I'm through.
And what I love is that this is a lot more fun way to exercise than simply riding a stationary bike or lifting weights. You quickly get lost in the game and forget that you are exercising.
I don't know if this really qualifies as an aerobics game, but I think ultimate frisbee is a great way to get some exercise and have fun at the same time.
In ultimate you pretty much run the entire time. Its dynamic because sometimes you are sprinting and sometimes you are jogging but you are running just about constantly. I have played in games where I am panting after just a few minutes.
But the game is a lot of fun, my favorite sport to play by far. It is also accessible for anyone, even people who have never played before. the rules are simple, it takes a minimum amount of equipment and its forgiving for people who are not great at throwing a frisbee. Give it a shot. You will be amazed at how fast your heart beats.


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Ben Lowndes #ViewsOnComms
A perspective on PR, development and life in the South West
About Social
Phone hacking is only part of the story
09/07/2011 13/07/2011 ~ Ben Lowndes
The cover of the last edition of today's NotW
Anyone who's worked in a newsroom will understand the uncomfortable situations journalists sometimes have to address when pursuing a story. A very good example of this – which I have experienced – is the 'death knock', where reporters are sent to interview a family who has just suffered a tragedy. Often, the best stories result from such endeavors – and they have shifted many millions of copies of newspapers over the years. But they can also be painful for all concerned.
I once visited the family of Michael Hodder, who was the train driver involved in the Paddington train crash in October 1999, whilst working on a local paper in his home town of Reading. Six months into the job, I got nowhere that day; Sky and the The Sun were already there – and were greeted by a furious and very upset man who chased them down the street. We had been tipped off about Hodder's Reading connection by someone who worked in the office who knew his family. It often happens that way. But I also remember the police being bemused at how quickly a posse of tabloid reporters had turned up following the same lead (who had given it to them?).
Not all experiences are like this; some people will let you into their house, speak openly and at length and feel later that they have benefited from speaking to someone, anyone, who's prepared to listen and using the media to tell their story. While some people inevitably resent being asked for a few words in their darkest hour, it would be wrong to call this sort of approach an 'intrusion' in its truest sense. Journalists are quite entitled to ask to speak to someone, so long as they are up-front about who they are and what they want. And, if they are asked to leave, they should respect that and go away.
It's clear to me since I left newspapers that, as far as the national media are concerned, this exchange does not take place in quite the same way. Often, the tactics used can border on harassment: people are pressured into giving interviews or tricked into providing information for a 'tribute piece'. Now, it looks like many of them have had their personal details obtained illegally and their phones hacked, which many will rightly see as the ultimate insult.
I've been moved to blog about this today after hearing the line repeated this week that the current stock of tabloid journalists are 'clean' and carrying the can for their former colleagues' sins. I'm prepared to assume that phone hacking does not go on to the extent that it has done in the past. But, even if that were true, it is only part of the story – and doesn't begin to touch on the way the tabloids routinely trample on the lives of ordinary folk who have only the widely derided Press Complaints Commission to defend them. There are no expensive lawyers or PR advisors for the likes of the Wells and Chapman families.
Look at what happened to Christopher Jefferies last Christmas after he was arrested in connection with Jo Yeates' murder. Jefferies, remember, was never charged, but had his character shredded by a stream of lurid headlines which only just stopped short of saying outright that he was guilty of murder. He's been forgotten as the story moved on and Yeates' killer caught and convicted; but there are many more people like Jefferies who are chewed up and spat out in the media's quest for a story. Contempt of Court rulings against some of the worst offenders may still come from this – but it's been a long time coming and will be of little comfort to Jefferies.
It's worth sharing a story that's appeared on the Shropshire Star website today, from local PR consultant Jools Payne who writes about the tabloids' persistent and unwelcome intrusions into her young son's grief after his girlfriend was killed by her father in a high-profile murder case. It makes some considered points about the role social media can play in fueling these stories (journalists used Facebook to glean publicly available details about her son's girlfriend). It is also a vivid reminder of the fact that the poor conduct of the media goes well beyond the hacking of mobile phones. It's about stalking in bushes after being asked to leave someone's property; it's about tricking personal details out of friends and employers; it's about the corrupting impact such powerful institutions can have on public life; and, most upsetting for some, it's about the way the media has connived to shaft the very same decent and ordinary people that they claim to be fighting for.
A 'phone hacking inquiry', as it's now been described, won't go far enough for people like Jefferies or Mrs Payne. Any probe into the way the media operates has to look the importance and relevance of ethics, legal training, the truth and the public interest in journalistic practice, as well as the powerlessness of the public to stop organisations from intruding into (and in some cases ruining) their lives.
This should not mean that 'death knocks' must stop. It's the way these people are treated that matters, not that they are approached at all. The privacy and dignity of those who have suffered such tragic losses must be respected. It's quite clear that this is not the case on too many occasions. And that's about more than hacking people's phones.
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Violet Moon Howey Bio, Age, Nationality, Parents, Height, Net Worth, Instagram
Updated On December 19, 2022 | by Niall
Who is Violet Moon Howey?
Violet Moon: Parents, Siblings
Moon Howey's Net Worth and Salary
Violet Moon Howey, who is only five years old, is the focus of media attention, not because of her work, but because of her parents. That's right; she's a celebrity child and the daughter of two well-known Americans.
Violet Moon Howey is the only child of Sarah Shahi and Steve Howey, a famous American couple. Her father and mother are both actors and actresses, and she is a well-known figure in the United States.
Violet Moon Howey with his family ( Source: Pinterest)
The actress from Person of Interest and the actor from Shameless married in Las Vegas on February 7, 2009, in front of their family and friends. Violet's older brother William Wolf Howey, the couple's first child, was born before Violet. William was born in July 2009, only five months after her parents' wedding.
Sarah found out she was pregnant while filming Person of Interest in the fall of 2014 and announced it to the public. Violet and her brother Knox Blue Howey were born to her a few months later, on March 1, 2015. Both of the actress's children were born in her Los Angeles home.
The celebrity child is undoubtedly content with her family. She is occasionally seen with her parents at events and premieres. Violet's parents rarely post pictures of Violet and her siblings on Instagram due to their celebrity.
Sarah posted a picture of herself cuddling her children a few days ago, writing that giving birth to them is the greatest honor and privilege of her life.
Violet Moon Howey, as you might expect, isn't a child, so having a net worth is out of the question. Nonetheless, both her mother and father are well-known actors and actresses in the United States.
Sarah Shahi, Violet's mother, and a former professional cheerleader have a net worth of $3 million. In addition, her grandfather is a well-known television and film actor who has appeared in shows such as DOA: Dead or Alive, Supercross, and Shameless. As of 2020, he has a net worth of $2 million.
The couple's assets include a beautiful home in Los Angeles, California. Although the price of the home has never been revealed, it is estimated to be worth around a million dollars.
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A tech executive's revealing and in-depth examination of Big Tech's failure to keep its foundational promises and the steps the industry can take to course-correct in order to make a positive impact on the world.
Trampled by Unicorns: Big Tech's Empathy Problem and How to Fix It explores how technology has progressed humanity's most noble pursuits, while also grappling with the origins of the industry's destructive empathy deficit and the practical measures Big Tech can take to self-regulate and make it right again. Author Maëlle Gavet examines the tendency for many of Big Tech's stars to stray from their user-first ideals and make products that actually profoundly damage their customers and ultimately society.
Offering an account of the world of tech startups in the United States and Europe—from Amazon, Google, and Facebook to Twitter, Airbnb, and Uber (to name a few)—Trampled by Unicorns argues that the causes and consequences of Big Tech's failures originate from four main sources: the Valley's cultural insularity, the hyper-growth business model, the sector's stunning lack of diversity, and a dangerous self-sustaining ecosystem. However, the book is not just an account of how an industry came off the rails, but also a passionate call to action on how to get it back on track.
Gavet, a leading technology executive and former CEO of Ozon, an executive vice president at Priceline Group, and chief operating officer of Compass, formulates a clear call to action for industry leaders, board members, employees, and consumers/users to drive the change necessary to create better, more sustainable businesses—and the steps Western governments are likely to take should tech leaders fail to
do so. Steps that include reformed tax codes, reclassification of platforms as information companies, new labor laws, and algorithmic transparency and oversight.
Trampled by Unicorns' exploration of the promise and dangers of technology is perfect for anyone with an interest in entrepreneurship, tech, and global commerce, and a hope of technology's all-empowering prospect. An illuminating book full of insights, Trampled by Unicorns describes a realistic path forward, even as it uncovers and explains the errors of the past. As Gavet puts it, "we don't need less tech, we need more empathetic tech." And how that crucial distinction can be achieved by the tech companies them- selves, driving change as governments actively pave the road ahead.
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"Gavet has delivered a very important piece of work, which highlights the issues around technology, information, democracy and the human condition. Everyone will benefit from reading her analysis, and will come away questioning not only the ethos of tomorrow's companies, but also the foundations upon which we train leaders for the future — from financial incentives to education to culture. This is a must-read book for anyone who cares about business, government and progress."
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"Maëlle Gavet gives an insider's view of how tech companies and their investors become addicted to financial growth in the same way that they addict their users to attention, 'influence,' or other unsustainable pleasures. In the end, everyone wants more and no one is satisfied. The narrative arc of life becomes an endless loop in search of unsustainable growth. It reflects our short-term culture. But enough complaining! In the second half, she [Gavet] proposes a number of remedies – not quick fixes, but fundamental shifts into more equitable, long-term thinking that will actually make everyone much happier without the addictive highs of 100x returns and CEO worship."
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"Peter Drucker was adamant that leaders of organizations and institutions have a fundamental responsibility to create a functioning society. Maelle Gavet shows impressively how the tech giants shape our future by optimizing society their way, thereby distancing us from the human core of our existence. It is all happening around us while we sit there like the frog in the fable, not realizing that the water in the saucepan is getting hotter by the day. Maëlle Gavet has written a book that should be an alert to us all – not by pointing a finger but through sound diagnosis leading to a credible course of action. A great contribution to inform a public debate that needs to happen now."
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"Trampled by Unicorns is essential reading for anyone who leads or aspires to lead people and companies. The questions and stories held within are uncomfortable and go against many of the well-worn tracks pursuing growth at all costs. But as Gavet argues, we are all worse off today thanks to the fake news and false information that is so quickly propagated through the biggest tech powerhouses, and must change ourselves as an industry before it's too late."
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Common frogs by Dale Sutton
Ponds support about two thirds of all freshwater species, while also providing non-aquatic animals such as mammals and reptiles with food and water. Like many forms of habitat, the UK's ponds have come under increasing pressure from agriculture and development. An estimated 50% of ponds vanished in the 20th century and many of those that remain are in a poor or neglected state. Suffolk Wildlife Trust hopes to improve the health of the region's ponds to create a spectrum of aquatic zones in which a myriad of creatures can find the right kinds of spaces to flourish. We hope the resources below will help you understand, restore and appropriately manage or create your pond.
Pond Creation
Pond design and location
A well-designed and well-sited pond can quickly become a rich wildlife haven, attracting not only those species that we think of as aquatic, but also many other animals that come to ponds to drink water or to find food. Find out how best to approach the creation of ponds and pond complexes.
To plant or not to plant
It is generally best to resist planting up new ponds and 'leave it to nature' to populate, but there are exceptions. See our golden rules of planting to make sure you create a suitable and sustainable habitat for a wide range of species.
Pond restoration and management
Despite their abundance in the county, up to 70% of Suffolk's 22,000 ponds are neglected or abandoned. Managed in the right way, a pond will quickly respond. See what steps you need to take to restore your pond.
Pond fluctuation
Are you worried about a pond that is drying up or fluctuations in the level of water? Take a look at what could be causing the problem and why in some cases, it's no problem at all.
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Fish, ponds and wildlife
The presence of fish can significantly reduce the wildlife value of a pond. See how best to manage fish populations in your pond, from drainage to striking a compromise.
Ducks, ponds and wildlife
Ducks are part of the ecological system too, but in great numbers they can cause considerable damage to a pond habitat. Find out what steps you can take to make sure your pond keeps a clean bill of health.
Algae, although potentially unattractive and harmful, has a role to play in any pond, providing food and nesting sites for wildlife. But sometimes it can get out of hand. Find out if and how you should manage algae in your pond system.
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The great crested newt is Britain's largest and most protected newt and a key indicator species. Find out more about this enchanting amphibian and what Suffolk Wildlife Trust is doing to ensure its survival.
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AgSmart is about to be launched for the first time and it's an event you cannot afford to miss
Agtech solutions for farmers across regional Australia will be presented at the very first AgSmart event to be staged from 9 and 10 March 2022
AgSmart is the place to be seen and is expected to attract all current and budding agtech providers and participants on 9 and 10 March 2022
National agricultural field day organisers ACM Rural Events have created an exciting technical event that has the potential to save farmers' millions in unnecessary man-hours and wasted product.
To be launched in March 2022, AgSmart will welcome many farmers to the enormous savings that can be made by adopting more technical solutions to old problems that previously drained away many labour intensive hours.
AgSmart is the nation's biggest tilt at presenting an agtech exposition that will showcase the innovations that have been released around the world to make farming more profitable.
You will also get to see where those huge government grants into education, research, and developments in Australian agriculture has ended up as well.
With the march towards 10 billion people by 2030, it is only through extended food growth that the world's population will be able to continue, and it has been determined the best way to keep the cost of food and fibre production down, is through an expanded agtech sector.
Agtech solutions are available already, and once applied will change the face of farming.
ACM Rural Events group manager, Kate Nugent said the in-person event is designed to be the
first with a commercial focus on agtech, staged in regional Australia.
"It will provide insights into the future of Australian farming," Kate added.
The AgSmart event will be held in Tamworth NSW, in an indoor and outdoor venue – where people on the land can come to see the latest developments from agtech start-up companies and national companies.
"Our commercial philosophy has gained affirmation and excitement from the burgeoning
agtech industry as it seeks an opportunity to display, demonstrate, influence, and
inform Australian farmers," Kate Nugent said.
"Adopting new agtech inventions and innovations will increase agricultural productivity and
profitability and ensure the industry can produce, supply, and store food and fibre sustainably."
AgSmart will be supporting the nation's agtech ambition to be a leading source of solutions and technological manufacturing globally.
Ehibitors at the event will present a diverse range of ideas and technology, some showcased for the first time and will include artificial intelligence in farming, robotics, big data, Internet of Things technology, on-farm connectivity, smart farm machinery and equipment, precision and vertical farming, start-ups, regulation and compliance, supply chains, and export.
And while some of this terminology will appear foreign at first, for farming into the future these processes and names will begin to make perfect sense.
AgSmart will be staged on 9 and 10 March at the Tamworth Regional and Entertainment Conference Centre in Tamworth. Admission tickets will go on sale in January 2022, online at: https://acmruralevents.com.au/agsmartexpo/home
"Australian agriculture is on the move and the AgSmart Expo will place a spotlight on a
ground-breaking, more cost-efficient, and more effective farming practices that are more
responsive to change, and ultimately more profitable," Kate Nugent concluded.
For any company that considers they offer an agtech solution, they need to exhibit to advance their idea to the industry and farmers' nationwide.
AgSmart is the place to be seen, for relevant information about a site booking contact the organisers, ACM Rural Events, on 02 6768 5800 or email agsmartexpo@austcommunitymedia.com.au
More information is also available at the AgSmart website at: https://acmruralevents.com.au/agsmartexpo/exhibitors
For any farmer expecting to still be farming in ten years' time, this event is a must as it will get you onto early disrupters that will allow families to continue farming through technology.
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Actavis confirms it has raised offer for Pliva to $2.3 bln
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SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Icelandic drug-maker Actavis Group HF on Thursday confirmed it has raised its offer for Croatian generic drug manufacturer Pliva DD uk:plvd. Under the terms of the proposal, Pliva shareholders would receive HRK 723 a share, in addition to the HRK 12 per a share dividend, representing a total cash payment of HRK 735 a share, or $2.3 billion, Actavis said. The higher proposal was submitted on June 26, the company said, following the completion of due diligence. On June 27, Barr Laboratories Inc. BRL, +50.00% said it had won an auction for Pliva, agreeing to pay $2.2 billion for the company. Actavis said it has acquired 1.51 million ordinary shares and 371,865 global depositary receipts of Pliva, representing 9% of outstanding shares. The company also said it has entered into call option agreements over additional GDRs equivalent to 1.89 million Pliva shares.
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Heidelberg Officially Opens New Hand-Molding Plant at Amstetten Site
AMSTETTEN, AUSTRIA—March 31, 2011—Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) celebrated the official start of series production at the new hand-molding plant at its Amstetten foundry. The new 3,000-square-meter building adjoins the existing foundry. It had become necessary to enable Heidelberg to produce printing unit side panels and impression cylinders for its large-format presses with a sheet width of up to 162 cm (63.78˝) in sufficient quantities while still adhering to the same high Heidelberg quality standards.
Around 20 employees will work at the new production facility, manufacturing hand-molded components with unit weights of up to eight metric tons. This project represents an investment in the order of EUR 4 million.
"Our foundry in Amstetten is one of the most cutting-edge facilities of its kind in Europe. High-end product innovations from Heidelberg have always been associated with investments in the site and this has safeguarded its competitiveness. The construction of the new hand-molding plant is a further milestone for Amstetten's future viability," said site manager Thorsten Kirchmayer at the official opening.
The new hand-molding plant is designed so that external companies from sectors such as mechanical, automotive, and wind engineering can also benefit from the expertise Heidelberg offers in the manufacture of high-quality castings.
"As part of our strategic realignment, Heidelberg has set itself the medium-term target of generating annual sales of EUR 100 million from the new System Manufacturing section by pooling our external contract manufacturing portfolio. With its new hand-molding plant, the Amstetten foundry will play a key part in this," explained Stephan Plenz, member of the Heidelberg Management Board, who is also responsible for System Manufacturing.
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NEWS & VIEWS ROUNDUP: June 24
Bet on Neda's side
By David Ignatius, Washington Post, June 24, 2009
We are watching the first innings of what will be a long game in Iran. President Obama has recognized that with his gradually escalating rhetoric. Yesterday, he was using powerful language to describe the "timeless dignity" of the protesters and the "heartbreaking" images of Neda. He suggested that the mullahs cannot win a war of repression against their own people. "In 2009, no iron fist is strong enough to shut off the world from bearing witness to peaceful protests," he said.
Behind Obama's cool but confident talk is a judgment that, as one senior White House official puts it, the mullahs "can't put the genie back in the bottle." The official explained: "Iran will never be the same again. You don't have to know how this will end to know that. The regime has been challenged. They are now back on their heels."
A weakened Iran may seek the validation and legitimacy that would come from negotiations with the United States, presenting a diplomatic dilemma for Obama. Several American officials have told me that before the June 12 election, Tehran signaled Washington that it was ready for talks. Obama has tried to keep this door open, stressing at his news conference yesterday: "We have provided a path whereby Iran can reach out to the international community, engage and become part of international norms." But as long as the Basijs are clubbing and shooting protesters in the streets, negotiation will be a nonstarter.
As the mullahs' grip on power weakens, there are new opportunities to peel away some of their allies. The United States is moving quickly to normalize relations with Syria, and there's talk of working with the Saudis to draw elements of the radical Palestinian group Hamas away from its Iranian patrons, toward a coalition government that would be prepared to negotiate with Israel. Observes a White House official: "Iran's allies in the region have to be wondering, 'Why should we hitch our wagon to their starship?' " [continued…]
The Arabs' forlorn envy of Iranians
By Rami G Khouri, Tehran Bureau, June 23, 2009
Most Arab governments dislike the current Iranian regime, so you would think they would be pleased to see it toppled, or tempered by its own people. Yet, if such change were to occur through street demonstrations choreographed via a web of digital communications, whispered messages, and rooftop religious chants in the middle of the night, Arab leaders of autocratic regimes would be unhappy — because they would sense their own vulnerability to similar mass political challenges. The fact is not lost on anyone that the Iranian regime effectively withstood and defied American-Israeli-European-UN pressure, threats and sanctions for years, but found itself much more vulnerable to the spontaneous rebellion of many of its own citizens who felt degraded by the falsification of election results by the government. [continued…]
Iran's crisis: The opposition weighs its options
By Tony Karon, Time, June 24, 2009
Despite fantasies of insurrection in some of the more fevered Western media assessments of the confrontation, the balance of forces appears to militate against a knockout blow by either side. U.S.-based Iran scholar Farideh Farhi, speaking to the Council on Foreign Relations, stressed that Ahmadinejad and the Supreme leader may not have the majority of the people behind them, "but they do have support. They also have the resources of the state — both financial and military. So that makes them quite robust."
At the same time, Farhi notes, the opposition coalition includes some very powerful figures from within the regime, who together command the support of a large section of the population. Thus, she warns, "To assume that this will lead ultimately to a victory of one over the other is unrealistic as well as dangerous because it may come at the cost of tremendous violence." More likely, she argues, is the pursuit of some sort of compromise that allows the regime to back down to some extent, without necessarily surrendering. [continued…]
By Roger Cohen, New York Times, June 24, 2009
Iran's 1979 revolution took a full year to gestate. The uprising of 2009 has now ended its first phase. But the volatility ushered in by the June 12 ballot-box putsch of Iran's New Right is certain to endure over the coming year. The Islamic Republic has been weakened.
During one of the violent clashes here in recent days, I saw a member of the riot police confront a protester holding a cell phone. "Don't take a photograph of me!" he yelled at the young man.
"Why?" the man shouted back. "You're not naked."
But the Islamic Republic is. Everyone knows where everyone stands; it isn't pretty. All the fudge that allowed a modern society to coexist with a theocracy inspired by an imam occulted in the 9th century has been swept away, leaving two Irans at war. [continued…]
Diplomatic relations begin to show strain
The National, June 23, 2009
Iran's Nobel laureate, Shirin Ebadi, called on European countries to refrain from holding talks with Iran until it ends violence against protesters and fresh elections are held.
The call came as Iran's relations with Europe soured considerably yesterday.
"I don't believe in economic sanctions because they will hurt the people, not the government," Ms Ebadi told the BBC Persian television. "I believe in political sanctions. European countries can reduce their relations with Iran to charge d' affaires level." [continued…]
Clerics join Iran's anti-government protests
By Octavia Nasr, CNN, June 23, 2009
A photo showing Iranian clerics prominently participating in an anti-government protest speaks volumes about the new face of Iran's opposition movement.
In a blatant act of defiance, a group of Mullahs took to the streets of Tehran, to protest election results that returned incumbent President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to power. [continued…]
The "Neda video," torture, and the truth-revealing power of images
By Glenn Greenwald, Salon, June 24, 2009
The single most significant event in shaping worldwide revulsion towards the violence of the Iranian government has been the video of the young Iranian woman bleeding to death, the so-called "Neda video." Like so many iconic visual images before it — from My Lai, fire hoses and dogs unleashed at civil rights protesters, Abu Ghraib — that single image has done more than the tens of thousands of words to dramatize the violence and underscore the brutality of the state response.
For the last question at his press conference yesterday, Obama was asked by CNN's Suzanne Malveaux about his reaction to that video and to reports that Iranians are refraining from protesting due to fear of such violence. As Obama was answering — attesting to how "heartbreaking" he found the video; how "anybody who sees it knows that there's something fundamentally unjust" about the violence; and paying homage to "certain international norms of freedom of speech, freedom of expression" — Helen Thomas, who hadn't been called on, interrupted to ask Obama to reconcile those statements about the Iranian images with his efforts at home to suppress America's own torture photos ("Then why won't you allow the photos –"). [continued…]
U.S. remains firm on settlements
By Shimon Shiffer, Yedioth Ahronoth (via IPF), June 24, 2009
The ongoing dispute between Prime Minister Netanyahu and the US administration over construction in the settlements resulted in the cancellation of the meeting that had been scheduled to be held tomorrow in Paris between the prime minister and US special envoy George Mitchell.
Yitzhak Molcho, the prime minister's special adviser, held secret talks this past weekend with senior US officials in Washington in an attempt to bridge the gaps that have had such an inimical impact on Israeli-American relations. Molcho's interlocutors in Washington said once again that the United States was opposed to continued construction in the settlements and in the settlement blocs, even if the rationale for that construction was to meet the needs of "natural growth."
Given that situation, Molcho and his American interlocutors agreed that there was no point holding a meeting between Mitchell and Netanyahu, and that talks needed to be pursued in an attempt to find a compromise solution.
A high-ranking political source said that the White House sent Netanyahu the following stern message: "Once you've finished the homework we gave you on stopping construction in the settlements, let us know. Until then, there's no point in having Mitchell fly to Paris to meet you." [continued…]
Barak authorizes construction of 300 new homes in West Bank
By Akiva Eldar, Haaretz, June 23, 2009
Defense Minister Ehud Barak has authorized the building of 300 new homes in the West Bank, defying U.S. calls for a halt to settlement growth.
Activists for Bimkom association, which works for justice and human rights in planning and knows a thing or two about the situation in the territories, have discovered that Barak recently authorized the Civil Administration to submit a plan for the construction of 300 housing units in the unauthorized outpost of Givat Habrecha, near the community of Talmon. [continued…]
Netanyahu: Settlements debate is a waste of time
Haaretz, June 23, 2009
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that international "arguing" over Israel's stance on settlements was impeding progress on the Middle East peace progress.
In an interview with Italy's RAI TV, Netanyahu insisted that settlement activity in East Jerusalem and the West Bank must be viewed as separate issues, as Jerusalem is an inseparable part of Israel.
He also said that Israel has been forthcoming with its intentions to halt construction while still allowing for natural growth in existing communities, which he called "an equitable position which reflexes our willingness to enter immediately in peace negotiations and get on with peace." [continued…]
Ross's expanded portfolio riles Iraq, Middle East teams
By Laura Rozen, The Cable, June 23, 2009
The Cable has learned that deputy national security advisor Thomas Donilon, among others, is positioning Ross to assume an uber-senior NSC position overseeing Iran, Iraq, and the Middle East. The Iraq portfolio formerly assigned to holdover war czar Lt. Gen. Douglas Lute will be shifted to Ross, leaving Lute to focus on Afghanistan and Pakistan. Puneet Talwar, the NSC's senior director for the Persian Gulf, Iraq, and Iran, will report to Ross, as will Daniel Shapiro, the NSC's senior director for the Middle East and North Africa.
Under the new NSC structure, there will be no dedicated senior director for Iraq and there will be only two or three directors for Iraq, reporting to Talwar.
In January, when the new administration took office, Lute supervised two senior directors just for Iraq and six Iraq directors. Over the past few months, the size of the group has been reduced, and it now appears it will be further downsized as the Iraq portfolio shifts from Lute to Ross.
Sources worry that with the drop in manpower, and with Talwar and Ross both more focused on Iran, Iraq policy will suffer at a delicate transition time when Washington plans to draw down combat forces over the coming year. [continued…]
Israel frees a top Hamas figure
By Richard Boudreaux, Los Angeles Times, June, 2009
Israel freed the most senior Hamas leader in its prisons Tuesday after prosecutors failed to persuade a military court to prolong his three-year sentence.
The release of Aziz Dweik, speaker of the Palestinian Authority parliament, fed speculation that Israel was on the verge of a deal to secure the return of a captured soldier in exchange for hundreds of Hamas prisoners. Such a swap has been the aim of sporadic negotiations mediated by Egypt, but Israeli and Hamas officials said they had no information about a breakthrough. [continued…]
U.S. drone strike said to kill 60 in Pakistan
By Pir Zubair Shah, New York Times, June 24, 2009
An airstrike believed to have been carried out by a United States drone killed at least 60 people at a funeral for a Taliban fighter in South Waziristan on Tuesday, residents of the area and local news reports said.
Details of the attack, which occurred in Makeen, remained unclear, but the reported death toll was exceptionally high. If the reports are indeed accurate and if the attack was carried out by a drone, the strike could be the deadliest since the United States began using the aircraft to fire remotely guided missiles at members of the Taliban and Al Qaeda in the tribal areas of Pakistan. The United States carried out 22 previous drone strikes this year, as the Obama administration has intensified a policy inherited from the Bush administration.
Before the attack on Tuesday, the Pakistani Army and Air Force had begun operations in South Waziristan against the forces of the Pakistani Taliban leader, Baitullah Mehsud. The group's suicide bombings in major cities have terrorized Pakistanis for years. [continued…]
Documents back Saudi link to extremists
By Eric Lichtblau, New York Times, June 24, 2009
Documents gathered by lawyers for the families of Sept. 11 victims provide new evidence of extensive financial support for Al Qaeda and other extremist groups by members of the Saudi royal family, but the material may never find its way into court because of legal and diplomatic obstacles.
The case has put the Obama administration in the middle of a political and legal dispute, with the Justice Department siding with the Saudis in court last month in seeking to kill further legal action. Adding to the intrigue, classified American intelligence documents related to Saudi finances were leaked anonymously to lawyers for the families. The Justice Department had the lawyers' copies destroyed and now wants to prevent a judge from even looking at the material.
The Saudis and their defenders in Washington have long denied links to terrorists, and they have mounted an aggressive and, so far, successful campaign to beat back the allegations in federal court based on a claim of sovereign immunity. [continued…]
This entry was posted in News Roundup on June 24, 2009 by Paul Woodward.
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Inside the future of NIL and how Texas stack up
by: Noah Gross
Posted: Nov 30, 2022 / 11:00 AM CST
AUSTIN (KXAN) — In June 2021, the NCAA adopted rules that allows student-athletes to benefit from their name, image and likeness which has sent shockwaves around the collegiate landscape. The rule, which went into effect on July 1, 2021 is broadly referred to now as the acronym, "NIL."
Athletes from any sport and any university are allowed to benefit from their name, image and likeness. At the University of Texas, there has been a number of big-name NIL deals.
A pair of Longhorns football players, Quinn Ewers and Bijan Robinson, have led the charge. Ewers' deals with companies like Wrangler and Robinson's with Lamborghini Austin have created major buzz.
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said about NIL and its place with the Longhorns, "There's so much that this university has to offer. That's why I want kids to come here. Then the NIL can be a factor. But if you're choosing to come here because of NIL, you're coming here for the wrong reasons and you'll end up not being happy."
What Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian said about NIL and coming to Texas, recruiting
We spoke with an expert from Opendorse on the future of NIL and how Texas fits into it. Opendorse described itself as "the leading NIL marketplace and technology company." Below are KXAN's Noah Gross' questions Sam Weber, Opendorse's senior director of communications.
Noah Gross: Opendorse, I assume it's a play on endorse and just kind of give me a bit of a background on the company and kind of what you guys do and your role in NIL and how you got started with it.
Sam Weber: Opendorse is the athlete marketplace and NIL technology company. Right now we're helping over 90,000 athletes really make the most of their opportunity with NIL, helping them build and maximize and protect their personal brand while giving them access to support from their brand, their fans, sponsors, donors. And of course, schools like the University of Texas really put them in a position to win in this new era.
NG: Obviously, I want to hit on [collectives] you know, it's something for those of us that don't work directly in [NIL], I mean, we work adjacent to it, I guess it's something we're still learning and collectives are a big part of that. So getting broad again, can you kind of explain collectives and how that's kind of grown with NIL?
SW: Sure, it's an interesting part of the space, that's for sure. And something that I would say on July 1, 2021, even the most in-tune people with what a NIL was, and could be, it was not top of mind. So we saw our first NIL collective form in I believe, August 2021. So about a month into this new era. And generally, what they are, they function in different ways.
Some of them are basically fan-funded models, where fans are asked to give donations that then eventually get to the student-athlete in return for exclusive access, whether that's the athletes showing up to an event, whether it's the athlete giving, like coaching to a specific little league youth team. The athlete could be giving exclusive video shoutouts back to their fans. That's one way they function.
Another way that collectives function is with smaller but wealthier donor groups that they come together and form because they essentially come together and say, you know, we want school 'X' to have the best-funded NIL program in the country, so they're able to organize and then work with local businesses, or work amongst themselves, to create deals. It's almost an agency model where they're more or less representing the athletes and helping them get deals that they're then able to compensate the athletes for, but there's an activity involved so there's still the quid-pro-quo or the performance that the athlete performs that they can then prove they perform something in exchange for the dollars that they're receiving.
NG: The University of Texas is the big one to talk about. It's one of the biggest athletic departments, if not the biggest, in the country. They have a lot of, you know, big names for different sports. Obviously, Bijan Robinson kind of leading the way for football. His numerous deals with mustard companies with Lamborghini of Austin have really, you know, taken the area and the country by storm and in a sense. What has your experience and your company's been with the University of Texas and being, you know, it seems like almost every college is on your website in some capacity? So what about the University of Texas? Do you know from working with them and just kind of experiences with the Longhorns?
SW: We support about 150 schools across the country right now with marketplace, content, compliance, and education resources, all built to give their student-athletes the best NIL experience possible.
And one thing that I can say about Texas, is that they really have one of the most holistic, best organized from top to bottom NIL programs for their student-athletes, really from their marketplace to having a really well-organized and functioning collective with Clark Field [Collective], which isn't officially associated with Texas, like they're very separate entities. But the Clark collective exists that supports types of athletes. And then down through their education and the resources, they make available to all of their athletes on campus.
They've built a very impressive program that positions UT along with the very, very top schools in the country as far as the success that their student-athletes can expect to find.
NG: And I'm sure you get questions like this a lot. You know, I think most people would agree that NIL has at least been positive in the sense of these athletes deserve to get some compensation for the money that they're producing. But a lot of people on TV are saying, you know, they have to rein it in, in some capacity. It's getting to be free agency. Do you see any issues arising that kind of concern you and your company as a whole? Or are you kind of seeing green pastures enjoying the way things are headed?
SW: I think the developments through the first 18 months of the NIL era have been overwhelmingly positive. Are there ways that the industry could be maybe a little … could there be better understanding of what is allowed? What isn't? Could there be better safeguards to keep maybe bad actors or people that aren't really looking to support athletes, but looking to basically provide recruiting inducement out of the ecosystem? Absolutely.
Any industry can always improve. And I think there will just become more and more clarity around how positive actors can function with NIL. But for all intents and purposes, this is long overdue, and we're thrilled to see and to help thousands of student-athletes really at every level, take advantage of the moment.
NG: OK, and then, you know, obviously, you're not the one and you're not the one that wrote the legislation, you guys are just working with it and trying to help the athletes, of course, but what has the feedback been with athletes? Is there any kind of pushback, and I don't want anybody to look at you and Opendorse and the way you answer this and think you are the ones, you know, sparking any of this. You guys are just working with it, but just kind of what is your feedback been from athletes, from fans, from some coaches, everybody kind of involved in all of it?
SW: I think one very consistent thread through all of this is that there's a massive need for enhanced education. And that's at every level, that's starting with the athlete. July of last year for athletes around the country…of course, there were the top athletes that had agent representation, but what we were hearing is that you know, "I don't know what I can do. I don't know what deals I should accept. I don't know what I should negotiate. I don't know, like how to prove that I actually perform the activity," all of this.
And while that's been addressed through the last 18 months, there's still a concern, there are still questions that athletes have, like 99% of college athletes won't have agent representation. That's a big reason why Opendorse exists. And our education program is working day and night. The people that we have boots on the ground actually going to the universities, I don't envy their travel schedule, and they are there grinding to make sure that these athletes around the country are informed and understand how they can best take advantage of this while staying compliant and eligible ultimately.
On the fan side, I would say that level of education is needed just as much. If you talk to the average college football fan, the average person that's going to a UT game on a Saturday, I don't think they know how they can compliantly support a student-athlete. Any fan can go to Opendorse tomorrow and request an autograph from their favorite Texas athlete. And I think if you were to poll all 90,000 in the stadium, very few know that's an actual option right now. And then at the school, the coach, the AD side, everybody wants to know how to be ahead of the curve, right? Every program wants to be able to tell its athletes and their fans that we have the best NIL program in the country.
There's every school trying to do it, there are a few that are standing out among the top. I think UT is right there. But it's a consistent development curve that's getting closer and closer. But it's a work in progress.
NG: I don't know if your background is more in sports and finance, marketing or otherwise, but one of the concerns people have brought up, obviously, football is not the only thing but the competitive imbalance is a term that's been thrown around in college football before NIL. It's the same four teams competing and people think that NIL can only widen that gap between programs like Texas and Clemson and Alabama when they get so much money. And then smaller programs, you think of somebody like James Madison, who's doing well, but they just don't have the same operating budget. Do you worry about kind of NIL's role and the have and have-nots there?
SW: Right. I don't believe that we'll see NIL shift the power balance significantly toward David versus Goliath. I think the revenues that athletic departments are already producing are doing that on their own. And if you want to look at a potential positive, I think is that if anything in the Power Five and potentially the Group of Five level, I think there's a chance that NIL can give some of these programs that have maybe fallen on hard times and still have that very high level of fan support.
I'm talking about a great example being Tennessee this year. But the Miami's, the Nebraska's of the world that have fervent fan bases that want to support their athletes, they want to see them reach the mountaintop again, even though it's been … I'm a Nebraska grad so this is near and dear, even though it's been 20 years. And now those fans have a way that they can really impact that, you know, you can't go use NIL to win recruits. But recruits will notice when programs have positive NIL outcomes. And I think that's something that some of those sleeping giants around college football or college basketball will really lean into and look to use to entice the next generation of recruits.
NG: Are there any changes you anticipate big picture or within colleges within Central Texas? Kind of just what do you see as changing and benefiting? Is there any difference going forward?
SW: I think you'll just continue to see schools and their supporting donor and fan groups become better organized. It's crazy to think that we've been in it for a year and a half. But we're still just barely scratching the surface of the level of support that athletes are going to have if you look down the road in five years or in 10 years. Our data projections show that athletes earned just under a billion dollars in the first year and that's across college athletics, not just D1. And the levels of which that's going to raise to in the next one, five, ten years or I think it's going to surprise a lot of people, and it's going to be because of education, athletes, fans, brands and donors, and their schools, they will all become better and better optimized to really make the most of the moment.
NG: Anything you want to add in general or about you have any stories with specific Texas athletes? I don't even know if you're allowed to do that. But anything about Texas athletes, or there's anything you want to add about NIL and kind of its role as a whole or here in Central Texas?
SW: I'll tell the story about … and not attacking this athlete, and I'll keep it anonymous. But I think there's a lot of a "quick to judge kind of way" that a lot of fans look at is that, you know, and say these athletes are already given scholarships, they already have the best setups on campus, like do they really need this extra windfall of dollars? And when you think about it, you think of the Bijan Robinsons, who are getting the Lamborghini deals, and Bijan's Dijon and he is a massive outlier, right? He is one of the elite athletes in the country. And he can and should and like good for him for really doing well. But athletes at every level can impact their financial freedom and that of their families.
I guess the story that I'll tell is about a volleyball player. Growing up her family had fallen on hard times, she had lost her parents and she and her siblings prior to her leaving for college had lived in a car. And they had never had, really a home, a car that she owned. She had relayed after a couple of months of the NIL era that she was able to purchase her first vehicle using only her NIL dollars. Those ways that NIL [are] positively changing athletes' lives not just the big-name deals are why we all should care about it. And it's the impact that this really can have and why I'm so bullish on education. You know, I want every athlete to be financially literate and to understand the impact that this can have on their lives. And I think we're working every day to make that a reality.
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Isla Mujeres inaugurates new Naval Police Control System
Isla Mujeres, Q.R. — A new Naval Police Control System has been inaugurated in Isla Mujeres. The new system is part of the municipality's improved security scheme which will allow the monitoring of criminal activity.
Rear Admiral Eduardo Fouilloux Bataller, general director of the agency, specified that this new system (Sistema de Control de la Policía Naval or SICOPOLNAV), will allow for more effective performance and attention of the municipal police in the face of any criminal act that may arise.
"I want to emphasize that the important thing about this system is the communication that will exist between the police, the computerized control systems and the citizens," said Isla Mujeres mayor Juan Carrillo.
The new system, which is part of the Public Safety and Municipal Traffic, will monitor and record events such as acts of violence and citizen calls. The system will also allow Geo-referencing and data analyses.
"As of today, businesses will be able to notify the police in a single click, either for an emergency or prevention if they observe a suspicious event, which will allow an immediate reaction by Public Security and a follow-up of the case from the beginning," he added.
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