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Travis es un barrio residencial e industrial en el centro-oeste de Staten Island, uno de los cinco distritos de la ciudad de Nueva York (Estados Unidos).

Limita al norte con Meredith Avenue y Victory Boulevard, al este con el Refugio de Vida Silvestre William T. Davis, al sur con Fresh Kills y al oeste con Arthur Kill. Algunos geógrafos locales clasifican a Travis como parte de la costa oeste de la isla, mientras que otros lo consideran un vecindario de Mid-Island.

Historia
Travis es uno de los más antiguos, así como uno de los lugares más aislados y escasamente poblados de Staten Island. Allí hubo un pueblo indio llamado Jersey Wharf y, durante el período revolucionario, New Blazing Star Ferry. Fue un sitio de escaramuzas durante la Batalla de Staten Island. Fue el sitio de los transbordadores desde 1757 y fue durante décadas parte de la ruta entre Filadelfia y Nueva York a través del Port Richmond Ferry. A principios del siglo XIX, el pueblo recibió el nombre de Travisville en honor al capitán Jacob Travis. A mediados de siglo se llamó Long Neck y luego Deckertown en honor a una familia local.

En 1873, la American Linoleum Company adquirió 300 acres en el área para construir la primera fábrica de linóleo del país. El inventor del linóleo, Frederick Walton, pasó dos años en Travis montando la fábrica. Muchos inmigrantes ingleses calificados llegaron para trabajar en la fábrica en sus primeros días, y el área se llamó Linoleumville. A principios del siglo XX, se emplearon 700 trabajadores, lo que representaba la mitad de la población local. Muchos de ellos eran inmigrantes polacos y Linoleumville se había convertido en un enclave polaco. La planta cerró en 1931 y los residentes optaron por abrumadora mayoría por cambiar el nombre de la comunidad a Travis.

En años posteriores, el aislamiento de Travis se vio algo interrumpido por la construcción de West Shore Expressway y Teleport. En ocasiones, el área ha sufrido por la mala calidad del aire debido al cercano vertedero de Fresh Kills y a la Costa Química de Nueva Jersey.

Cultura

Travis se destaca en Staten Island por el colorido desfile anual del Día de la Independencia, que se lleva a cabo desde 1911. Muchos miembros de las familias fundadoras de la comunidad están enterrados en el cementerio de Sylvan Grove, un pequeño cementerio triangular cerca del cruce de Victory Boulevard y West Shore Expressway, que había caído en un grave desorden, principalmente debido al vandalismo. Una organización benéfica en toda la isla, los Amigos de los cementerios abandonados de Staten Island, se fundó en 1982 en un esfuerzo por restaurar este y otros cementerios pequeños en la isla que no se han utilizado durante décadas y, en algunos casos, incluso siglos. La construcción está programada para que el área al lado del cementerio se convierta en "Parque de la Independencia". Los trabajos comenzaron en noviembre de 2010.

Travis es también el hogar de la Pequeña Liga de Mid Island, que ganó la Serie Mundial de Pequeñas Ligas de 1964. Mid Island Little League está ubicada en la intersección de Travis Avenue y Victory Boulevard.

Comodidades
La década de 1980 vio una expansión del desarrollo comercial a lo largo de West Shore Expressway, incluido un gigante UA Movie and Bowling Complex; ese complejo ya no alberga una sala de cine. El West Shore Plaza también se construyó en esta área, con la única Burlington Coat Factory de la isla como tienda ancla (antes de esto, era un mercado de pulgas, Bradlee's Store y Caldor ). También parte de esta expansión fue un gran parque industrial llamado Teleport, ubicado en el extremo este de Travis. Alberga principalmente empresas dedicadas a las industrias de Internet y telecomunicaciones. Las vías de servicio de West Shore Expressway también son el sitio de comercio minorista y otros negocios.

Travis es el hogar de FDNY Squad Company 8, que también alberga un camión de bomberos de repuesto y la Unidad de incendios de matorrales 4. También protege a Travis una de las últimas casas de bomberos voluntarios en la ciudad, y la segunda en Staten Island, Oceanic H&L Company No. 1. Oceanic se formó en 1881, lo que la convierte en una de las casas de bomberos voluntarios más antiguas del país. La estación de bomberos en sí estaba ubicada al otro lado de la ciudad y se trasladó a caballo por Victory Boulevard hasta donde se encuentra hoy.

La construcción del complejo de cines de la UA ha cambiado radicalmente a Travis durante la última década. Los patrones de tráfico han cambiado junto con el nuevo desarrollo de viviendas. Muchas de las casas más antiguas que se encontraban en grandes terrenos están siendo demolidas y reemplazadas por nuevas casas en hilera. Incluso con este auge de la construcción, Travis ha conservado muchas de las características que la convirtieron en la última frontera de Staten Island. Todavía en pie se encuentra la antigua Confitería Tennyson's. Ahora es una tienda de globos y fiestas, pero una vez tuvo una tienda de dulces que estuvo en funcionamiento durante casi cien años. Está ubicado frente a la estación de bomberos Oceanic Hook and Ladder y era un lugar de reunión popular para los lugareños y los bomberos. Propiedad de "Snappy" Ed Tennyson, llamado así porque se movía muy lentamente, pasó a manos de su yerno, Robert Minto, Jr., quien dirigió la tienda casi hasta su muerte en 1986.

Transporte
El término occidental de Victory Boulevard, una vía importante en Staten Island, está en Travis. Establecida en 1816 por Daniel D. Tompkins como Richmond Turnpike, esta carretera fue "promovida como la ruta más rápida de Nueva York a Filadelfia". En esta carretera, las rutas S62   servicio de autobús a lo largo de la costa norte de la isla hasta College of Staten Island y St. George Ferry Terminal.  Un ferry que cruzaba Arthur Kill unía a Travis con Carteret, Nueva Jersey. Dejó de funcionar en 1929. Sin embargo, un ferry de pasajeros permaneció en funcionamiento hasta mediados de la década de 1960.

Travis cuenta con trenes de carga en la Rama Travis del Ferrocarril de Staten Island, que conduce a la Terminal de Contenedores Howland Hook y la Rama North Shore.

Travis también cuenta con un servicio de autobús expreso directo desde y hacia Manhattan durante las horas pico. El SIM32 recorre el Victory Boulevard. El e SIM2, SIM22, SIM23, SIM24, SIM25 y SIM26 circulan por el West Shore Expressway, pero solo el SIM2, SIM25 y SIM26 hacen paradas en Travis a lo largo de West Service Road (hacia el sur) y East Service Road (hacia el norte).

Educación
Travis es el hogar de PS 26 del Departamento de Educación de la Ciudad de Nueva York. A principios de 2020, los planes para una nueva escuela primaria de 476 asientos entraron en el proceso de revisión pública, según lo anunció el presidente del condado, James Oddo.

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Véase también

 Anexo:Barrios de Nueva York
 Anexo:Barrios de Staten Island

Enlaces externos

 Forgotten-NY: Travis, Staten Island
 Sights and scenes in Travis
 Interactive map of Travis
 1976 Bicentennial Travis 4th of July Parade

Barrios de Staten Island
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An exploitable firmware downgrade vulnerability exists in the firmware update functionality of Yi Home Camera 27US 1.8.7.0D. A specially crafted file can cause a logic flaw, resulting in a firmware downgrade. An attacker can insert an SD card to trigger this vulnerability.
Yi Home Camera is an IoT home camera sold globally. The 27US version is one of the newer models sold in the U.S., and is the most basic model out of the Yi Technology camera lineup. It still, however, includes all the functionality that one would expect from an IOT device: viewing from anywhere, offline and subscription based cloud storage, and ease of setup.
When updating the firmware of the Yi Home Camera, there are two options: OTA or via a microSD card inserted physically into the device. Directions for this process can be found at http://www.yitechnology.com/Public/index/file/FirmwareUpdate.pdf, and the firmware files themselves are available at https://www.yitechnology.com/yi-720p-home-firmware. For the 27US version, the tar archive contains two files, home and home_y18m, but it only actually updates with the home_y18m, which will be the main subject of this writeup. Please note, this issue is referring to a local update only.
At , the enc_key is decrypted by a binary, presumably doing RSA decryption with a pub_key file that was copied into the directory earlier. The result of this decryption is placed in dec_enc_key, which gets prepended to home2 and thrown into home3. The first 33 bytes  of home3 are the md5sum of the firmware, and then the next 33 bytes  are the password used to decrypt a .7z archive, which comes from home4. Finally, the first 22 bytes  of home4 contain a version string used for version comparison.
Curiously, at  and , the "-ne" and "-ge" operators are used, which are designated for integer comparisons, not for string comparisons, and as such, since $nokeyver, $keyver, and $oldver will contain something similar to "1.8.7.0D_201708091510", these comparisons will all error out, and the version checks will never occur, causing the firmware upgrade to proceed with a older version of the firmware.
However, it should also be noted that there is only a check for !=, and not anything that could prevent a downgrade.


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Hirokazu Yasuda (安田 寛一, born May 31, 1936) is a retired Japanese hurdler who competed at the 1964 Olympics. He won two bronze medals in the 110 m hurdles at the Asian Games.

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Japanese male sprinters
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Olympic athletes of Japan
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Asian Games bronze medalists for Japan
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Athletes (track and field) at the 1958 Asian Games
Athletes (track and field) at the 1962 Asian Games
Medalists at the 1958 Asian Games
Medalists at the 1962 Asian Games
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The City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department offers exhibition opportunities for serious visual artists, photographers, fine craft artisans, sculptors, and installation artists. Applications are now being accepted from individuals and groups to display original works at the North Charleston City Gallery, North Charleston City Hall, and other public sites for the July 2015 through June 2016 program calendar. There is no fee to apply. Selections are made by a Review Panel appointed by the department. Artists have the option to apply online at www.northcharlestonculturalartsdpartment.slideroom.com or submit a physical application, which is available for download from the Arts & Culture section of the City's website, northcharleston.org. Applications must be electronically submitted or postmarked by November 30, 2014, in order to be considered.
The North Charleston City Gallery, located in the common areas of the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, offers great exposure for artists seeking to reach thousands of local patrons and out-of-state visitors to the multi-use facility. Exhibits are rotated on a monthly basis and may feature two or more artists concurrently. This exhibition opportunity is open to visual artists and artist groups creating two dimensional works or three dimensional works suited to hang on display rods provided. Pedestal and freestanding pieces cannot be accommodated in the venue. Exhibits are open to the public daily and admission is free. The gallery desk is managed by a Cultural Arts staff member on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays for the express purpose of promoting the exhibit and the sale of artwork, prints, note cards, and gift items.
As a civic venue, North Charleston City Hall allows for great visibility among residents and visitors. In addition to showcasing the City's Public Art Collection along the atrium areas of three floors, the building is equipped to display two dimensional works as well as pedestal or free standing pieces in an enclave on the second floor. Exhibits in this space are rotated on a monthly or bi-monthly basis and may be viewed by the public daily with no admission fee. Cultural Arts staff maintains offices on the same floor of the exhibit space and are available to assist visitors.
In addition to the City Gallery and City Hall, other indoor and outdoor display spaces are available throughout North Charleston. Applicants can propose a location or may contact the Cultural Arts Department to discuss possible exhibition or installation sites. Options will be reviewed with the artist prior to distribution of acceptance notifications.
For additional information about these and other exhibition opportunities, or to learn more about programs and services offered by the City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department, visit the Arts & Culture section of the City's website, northcharleston.org, email culturalarts@northcharleston.org, or call 843-740-5854.


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a person who campaigns to bring about political or social change
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a person who campaigns to bring about political or social change: police arrested three activists a committed animal rights activist
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Jason London Arrested: Did The Actor Defecate In His Pants In A Police Car?
11:34 AM EST 1/30/2013 by Staff Reporter, Celebeat Reporter
Actor Jason London, best known for his role in the film "Dazed and Confused," was arrested on Sunday and charged with assault and disorderly conduct.
The 40-year-old allegedly lunged at a bar patron at Martina Ranch Bar in Scottsdale, Arizona. The patron accused London of sneezing on him and instead of apologizing, London went into a rage and began swinging at the person.
When bar security attempted to calm the situation, London began swinging on them at which point security was forced to defend themselves, Scottsdale police said. One officer on the scene wrote in the report that London showed "obvious signs and symptoms of extreme alcohol impairment." Police were called and as London was being looked at by paramedics, he began berating them and cursing so the cops took him to jail. Before getting in the car, he tried to shove a cop which resulted in him being bought to the ground by police.
The story begins to get weird here. Officer D. Ford, the arresting officer, said in the report from E! News that London began cursing at the cops in the police car while repeating that he's rich and a famous actor.
"I f**king love this! I f**king own you guys so hard! I'm rich and a mother-f**king famous actor! F**king looking me up!"
As London is sitting in the back of the cop car on the way to jail, Ford states that he looked back and saw London lean slightly to the left and ... defecate in his pants. London's response to pooping on himself in the car according to the report.
"I told you that I'm happy as s**t!"
London was not responsive at the police station either as he continually flipped the officers off for the duration of his stay. He was released early Monday morning and took to Twitter to fight the accusations.
"Guys the TMZ report is a total f**king lie. I got jumped by three 250 pound bouncers. They knocked me out and beat me for several minutes," said London. "I would never say or do the crap they are reporting. Have faith in me. The truth will come out and you will see."


Mercatto's new Italian comfort-food flagship.
Michelin-starred chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino open their newest restaurant in Toronto's Financial District.
Executive chef Christine Mast, formerly of Canoe and Origin Liberty, is behind the seasonal Italian menu.
Traditional meets contemporary in Little Italy.


Six Down and Six to Go?
In the past six months we've found an amazing apartment, traveled to some beautiful beaches, found work in our professions, and seen some incredible animals. David has improved his English level so much and is focusing on making moves in his profession. I finally got CELTA certified, started French lessons again, have been improving my fitness and worked a lot on this blog!
However, despite our endlessly turquoise photos, it hasn't been all rainbows and butterflies.
I've struggled with an anxiety disorder, it took David months to find a job in his profession and our future is uncertain. But these challenges are part of life, and they make our achievements much more rewarding.
So six months down, and six to go?
At the moment we are trying to figure out our next move.
The visa struggle is real over here at the Alzamendi household, but I have faith that we will make the right decision.
Here's to another 6 months of adventure, challenge and creativity in the Land Down Under with David by my side!


I have been very anxious visiting the dentist ever since I had a bad experience some years ago. But the wonderful dentist at Lynbridge always manages to keep me calm during my visits. I recently required an emergency appointment and was seen promptly! As always I received excellent care and service. I can't recommend Lynbridge dental practice enough!!
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Today 20th of April 2018 at 8:30am I telephoned the Dentist to say I am in pain and the lady who answered said: can you come in at 12:30pm?
I came from Plymouth because it is very hard to find a dentist who will take new NHS patients, I arrived by 12:10pm did the paper work, was seen at 12:20pm by a very understanding, friendly gentleman, who cleaned the area that was in pain, put some cream into my mouth and wrote out a prescription to strengthen my teeth!
Overall on this visit I was treated with understanding, respect and great service by all the staff at this surgery.
I have been with The Elms Dental Surgery for 20 odd years, the reception staff are very kind and caring and have time for you. The Dentist's are so kind and listen to what you have to say and if you have a phobia like me both Dentist and nurse put you at ease, I have left 5 *'s as they deserve it in every way, well done to every one at the practice.
Today I telephoned this dentist because I was in pain, the person who answered gave one a 12:30pm appointment.
The dentist was and always is kind/caring towards my treatments.
It has not always been easy to make an appointment to see a Dentist, some receptionist staff I do find: rude, obstructionist and not helpful to see a dentist in the surgery, though the staff member who works on the front end was outstanding.
I wish all the staff who is employed in the company can have a better customer service to its patients!


4G+ (800MHz (B20) 10MHz + 1800MHz (B3) 5MHz) CA for 15MHz total Bandwidth.
O2 '4G+' is available in quite a number of towns and cities in the UK now as it provides additional speed and capacity over the 800MHz base layer. Dual dual band Amphenol Antennas are a common panel to see on these masts which is understandable due to the configuration required to carry all the frequencies: 800MHz 4G, 900MHz 2G and 3G, 1800MHz 4G and 2100MHz 3G. I will start the page with three sector examples, before covering six sector types.
The '4G+' mast, showing the panels. There is an Amphenol dual dual band panel, which has two low bands and two high bands cabled. The other is a Kathrein with the low band cabled. This then leads to the shown schematic beng the most likely, in my opinion.
Field test mode and a speedtest. The 10MHz carrier on the 800MHz is capable of a maximum of around 75mbps, so it is clear this is a test on '4G+'. This is an even faster speed test Generally, O2's '4G+' is just displayed as 4G on handsets. The highest speed achievable on O2's '4G+' is around 110mbps.
This O2 '4G+' mast is on Western Road, Brighton. It is the same setup as the mast shown above.
A slightly different panel setup for carrying the O2 '4G+'. This example is on Brighton College and can be recognised as carrying 1800MHz for the '4G+' by its large number of high band inputs.
Six Sector (plus) masts are used for providing network capacity for ultra dense capacity requiring environments, such as busy central London shopping districts.
Instead of having three sectors carrying L08 and L18, there are six. This almost doubles the capacity.
A core serving site carrying Vodafone and O2 for University College London (UCL). It is six sector for two LTE carriers; 1800MHz and 800MHz, as well as 3G 900 and 3G 2100MHz. Vodafone was L08 only at the time of my visit.
This Six Sector example is on Maple House, Tottenham court road. The right panel is dual beam for low band (Commscope Argus Twin Beam 2CPX208R), so will carry the 2G/3G 900MHz and 4G 800MHz. The left panel is a Commscope CVV2NPX308.208R which provides dual beam for the high bands so 4G 1800MHz and 3G 2100MHz with spare ports. With dual beam panels on all three sides, a six sector mast is formed.
It is possible to tell that the mast is six sector for 800MHz because O2 cell IDs are 110, 120, 130 for Sectors 1, 2 and 3 and 140, 150, 160 for 4, 5 and 6.
This mast is different on each sector. It has dual beam low band panels, Commscope Argus 2CPX208R, (middle panel) for 3G 900MHz and 4G 800MHz, as well as a single beam panel (left) for 2G 900MHz and 2G 1800MHz on each side. Then on the North East side (pictured here), there is a five beam panel, Commscope 5NPX1006F, for 3G 2100MHz. The other two sides of the mast have dual beam panels for 3G 2100MHz.
A schematic showing how the mast on the left is setup.
Mast located near Churchill Square Shopping Centre in Brighton. The mast appeared to be 3G 2100 and 4G 1800MHz though due to the number of neighbouring masts and limited time in the area, I cannot be sure.
The panels are mounted on a lamppost and are very compact.
The cabinet. I believe manufactured by Alifabs.
4x4 MIMO on both L08 (B20) and L18 (B3). Higher order MIMO improves cell edge capacity and, on handsets that support higher order MIMO, allows for higher throughput.


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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World – Beautiful Conclusion to One of Animation's Best Trilogies
Friday, February 22nd, 2019
As Hiccup fulfills his dream of creating a peaceful dragon utopia, Toothless' discovery of an untamed, elusive mate draws the Night Fury away. When danger mounts at home and Hiccup's reign as village chief is tested, both dragon and rider must make impossible decisions to save their kind. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Arjun N. comments, "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World brings one of animation's best trilogies to a beautifully done conclusion. Maturing voice talent and wild animation make for a mix of satisfying and bittersweet that just works." Brandon James R. adds, "best movie of 2019, so far. This movie has something for all ages. It's filled with lots of action, surprises and humor. This full length animation, co-written and directed by Dean DeBlois, is a definite must see!" See their full reviews below.
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
By Arjun Nair, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 17
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World brings one of animation's best trilogies to a beautifully done conclusion. Maturing voice talent and wild animation make for a mix of satisfying and bittersweet that just works. Any fans of this franchise in general must check this out.
The movie follows Hiccup (Jay Baruchel), now chief of Berk, alongside lover Astrid (America Ferrera) seeking to create a dragon utopia. Plans take a shift when Toothless smittenly chases and falls in love with a female Night Fury, dubbed Light Fury, the last of its kind. However, when dragon hunter Grimmel (F. Murray Abraham) seeks to finish what's he started and eliminate all the Night Furys, starting a cat and mouse game, all of Berk must leave the only home they have known and journey to a mystical hidden world and prepare counterattack. True destinies are revealed, dragon and rider will do whatever it takes to protect and find peace for all they treasure.
Jay Baruchel leads this ensemble cast as my favorite character Hiccup and is impressive in showcasing the growth of the character. From the first movie, we follow him from teen to adult, and his struggles to lead or even marry Astrid remain the movie's compelling center. His iconic bond with Toothless goes to further extents as he finds wrong in not providing his pal with the life he truly wants and a loving partner. Light Fury provides a great love interest for Toothless and some of the movie's most impressive special effects, with their chase being one of the most visceral scenes put into any animated film. America Ferrera provides a smart adviser to Hiccup and also a best friend, with their decision to marry being one of the most beautiful and realistic aspects of this conclusion. This line-up of heroes wouldn't be complete without a formidable villain and F. Murray Abraham's Grimmel gives us one. Grimmel is truly charismatic and a force to be reckoned with. He steals every scene he's in. Watching his cunning plans unfold is a true treat. Cate Blanchett returns as Valka, giving Hiccup more advice in his adulthood. However, Gerald Butler's cameo appearances in flashbacks truly characterize Hiccup's bond with his parents. Most of the other Vikings from past movies return, with Kristen Wig's Ruffnut being a huge standout, and her improvisation is the funniest scene.
Dean DeBlois spectacularly directs this film, with a mastery of some of the greatest animation of the decade. He continues the great work found within the past two entries and challenges himself with the Hidden World, which is the biggest visual feast of the film. My favorite scene is the entire epilogue which wraps up the movie and series perfectly. It remains one of the most emotionally effective conclusions in any movie, and no fates are left unanswered. My only problems with the film are with its initially slow pace, that don't showcase the truly grand, epic ending at first. Still, the pace quickly picks up with its fair share of epic battles and, while it's not always of that same epic scale, the characters bring out the heart of the film.
The message of this film is that love is an irreplaceable bond, unlike any other that applies to all living things, from family to lovers, to even pets. I give this film 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 7 to 18, due to some intense scenes and mild language. The movie releases in theaters on February 22, 2019, so check it out.
By Brandon James Roy, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 9
DreamWorks' How To Train Your Dragon: Hidden World is the best movie of 2019, so far. This movie has something for all ages. It's filled with lots of action, surprises and humor. This full length animation, co-written and directed by Dean DeBlois, is a definite must see!
Following the format of any great adventure, screenwriters DeBlois and Cressida Cowell, include everything needed to keep the continuity flowing from the first installment of How to Train Your Dragon to this one. In what is supposed to be the last movie of this trilogy, we see Hiccup, now as the spirited ruler of Berk, protector of the dragons and boyfriend of his longtime friend, Astrid. Hiccup discovers that Toothless, his best bud, is not the only Night Fury alive. He learns that danger is coming and that the only option of surviving is to seek out the Dragon Utopia that his late father once spoke of before a hired tyrant named Grimmel finds it first. There's lots of fire, fighting, roaring, funny bits and mushy stuff too, but you have to watch it to find out who gets the best of who.
Cinematographer, Gil Zimmerman, is terrific at laying out the scenes, which help the viewers understand the story. We get to see how the Vikings really feel about their dragons and what happens when Hiccup finally meets his match. Every moment feeds off the first and excitement is built off of reflections from the first two movies. The production designers and art directors help keep viewers connected to the characters by giving us realistic scenes and sets that capture you with bright lights and strong graphic details. When darkness comes, critical moments become more authentic. When there's action, you can't help but stay focused. Toothless' upgrades and the new, much larger dragons are epic!
Jay Baruchel is super cool as Hiccup, my favorite character. He's grown, has the best dragon ever, is Chief of the Vikings and everyone loves him, except the Night Fury Slayer and those dragon captors. He has crazy friends like Tuffnut & Ruffnut, who keep you laughing throughout the movie. Hidden World is a screen adaptation of the book series by children's author, Cressida Cowell. It sends you on a fun journey with some curious characters with strange outlooks on life. These anthropomorphic characters make you forget that you are actually watching an animation.
Lessons to take with you after seeing this flick are to make good choices and to allow others to do the same thing, even it doesn't benefit you. I give DreamWorks' How to Train Your Dragon: Hidden World 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 3 to 18, as well as adults. It's one film for everybody! Grab your friends and parents and get to your local theater for the premiere, February 22, 2019. Remember to like and subscribe to our channel. Until next time, I'm Brandon for KIDS FIRST! Film Critics. That's a wrap. Peace out!
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Yo-kai Watch: Season 1 – Interesting Plots, Vivid Animation, Fun Mix of Humor and Action
Remember that time you passed gas in that super crowded elevator? Or when you lost your sock in the dryer? That was just bad luck, right? Wrong! That was the work of Yo-kai; the invisible Yo-kai all around us that are the cause of our daily annoyances!! Nate is a just a regular boy struggling to be above average at school. One day when he receives the Yo-kai Watch, he gets the chance to see and communicate with these mischievous Yo-kai. With the Yo-kai Watch on his wrist, Nate starts to form friendships with them and learn of the things that make life so complicated. There's just one problem: they're everywhere and they love to cause mischief! KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Calista B. comments, "I have vague memories of Yo-kai Watch from when it first came to the states. I never beat the first game and I ended up forgetting about it for a few years. However from what I remember, the show reflects the game and the world pretty well." Ava L. adds, "This is a very interesting and cool DVD to watch! It has all the qualities that make a good animated series – interesting plots, vivid and clear animation, a fun mix of humor and action all in one!" See their full reviews below.
Yo-kai Watch: Season 1
By Calista Bess, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 15
I have vague memories of Yo-kai Watch from when it first came to the states. I never beat the first game and I ended up forgetting about it for a few years. However from what I remember, the show reflects the game and the world pretty well.
The story follows a kid named Nate who finds Whisper, a Yo-kai, who gives him the Yo-kai Watch. This watch allows him to see Yo-kai, mischievous spirits that are invisible without the watch. The show mostly follows Nate's adventures as he helps and befriends Yo-kai. This seems to be the main plot of the show. There doesn't appear to be any overarching story or conflict. Remember, these are only a few episodes from the first season. So maybe there eventually is a set goal or conflict. However, there are a lot of positive lessons. So parents, this show is a good one to watch with your kids.
Nate, the protagonist, doesn't seem particularly invested in the world of Yo-kai. He's essentially forced to solve everyone's problems and he seems to reluctantly just accept it. For example, when he first meets Whisper, a literal ghost, he trie to walk away from the conversation three times and he barely seems to care that he is talking to a magical ghost that appears from a capsule machine. That isn't exactly a good way to introduce your main character.
Also, the structure of the show is rather confusing. At first I thought the show had the "two 11 minute stories merged into one 22 minute episode" type of structure that many cartoons have, but no. Sometimes it's one really long story combined with a story that's really short. Sometimes it's THREE stories in one episode. It's really inconsistent. The show also seems oddly inconsistent in its tone. The show is mostly comedic, however one story has no comedy and is entirely serious. It just feels really random, but maybe it ties in with Season 2. It is entertaining overall and a series I would have probably watched when I was younger.
I give this show 3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 4 to 12. This DVD is already out, so look for it.
By Ava La Vigne, KIDS FIRST! Film critic, age 10
This is a very interesting and cool DVD to watch! It has all the qualities that make a good animated series – interesting plots, vivid and clear animation, a fun mix of humor and action all in one! I really like when the action in the story, because it makes me feel more excited and enthusiastic to watch what is going on in.
The story is about Nate, a normal boy, except he has a Yo-kai Watch which gives the person who has the watch the power to see Yo-kai. Yo-kai are things that cause your daily annoyances such as, when you have bad luck and fall or, you really have to go to the bathroom but there is a really long line, or you have a song stuck in your head that you hate or dislike. The Yo-kai are mischievous and you never know when they might show up or what they might do. Also, the Yo-kai are invisible, so you can't see them unless you have the Yo-kai Watch. This DVD reminds me of Pokemon a bit so, if you like Pokemon I recommend this for you! I am pretty sure the creators of this film got inspired or got the idea from Pokemon.
The show is well produced and made me want to keep watching. Sometimes though, I was a little confused as to what was happening. I wished for more details. For example, the film kept switching to other subjects which are a little confusing about what is happening. Sometimes the story is not so specific. Besides that, I really enjoyed it!
This show does have some mature humor. Even my mom and dad laughed at some of the jokes! But for the most part, the series is really kid-friendly and younger audiences will enjoy it or appreciate this DVD! In my opinion it is a really awesome series for kids!
I give this 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, because anyone can enjoy it. This DVD is already available so look for it!
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Arctic – Had Me On The Edge Of My Seat The Whole Time!
A man stranded in the Arctic after an airplane crash must decide whether to remain in the relative safety of his makeshift camp or to embark on a deadly trek through the unknown in hopes of making it out alive. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Ivey H. comments, "I enjoyed this film because it taught me about how unpredictable nature is and how to think through a difficult situation. The scenes with the bear scared me so much, I literary jumped in my seat!" See her full review below.
By Ivey Helton, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13
This intense dramatic film about survival had me on the edge of my seat the whole time!
The film takes place in the cold, icy mountains of Iceland. A man crash lands in the middle of nowhere, thanks to a snow blizzard. He is very resourceful and does well on his own. Finally, a rescue arrives, but things get out of control. Time is ticking and he needs medical help. He has more difficult times ahead battling mother nature and has to decide to either stay at his makeshift campsite or move to clearer ground in hopes of being rescued.
Written by Joe Penna and Ryan Morrison, the protagonist Overgard is played by Mads Mikkelsen, a Danish actor who has appeared in many American films such as Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Doctor Strange. He makes you experience the physical and mental emotions of this painstaking survival of the fittest. His rescuer is played by Maria Thelma Smaradottir who does very little in the film because she is on her death bed.
The scenery is mostly snow-covered mountains and the landscape is beautiful. Overgard's costumes look suitable for his role.
I enjoyed this film because it taught me about how unpredictable nature is and how to think through a difficult situation. The scenes with the bear scared me so much, I literary jumped in my seat!
I give this film 4 stars out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 15 to 18. You should know that there is some adult language in it, including use of the F word. Talking is minimal and it's an excellent film, aside from the profanity. This film opens February 15, 2019 in Atlanta, GA so, look for it.
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Alita: Battle Angel – An Epic, Action-Packed Film With An Empowering Message for Girls
Alita is a creation from an age of despair. Found by the mysterious Dr. Ido while trolling for cyborg parts, Alita becomes a lethal, dangerous being. She cannot remember who she is, or where she came from. But to Dr. Ido, the truth is all too clear. She is the one being who can break the cycle of death and destruction left behind from Tiphares. But to accomplish her true purpose, she must fight and kill. And that is where Alita's true significance comes to bear. She is an angel from heaven. She is an angel of death. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Rohan F. comments, "Alita Battle Angel is an epic, action-packed film. It has incredible CGI and accomplishes lots of world-building. It is based on the Manga series Battle Angel Alita by Yukito Kishiro." Ivey H. adds, "This story empowers us young ladies. She is brave, strong through rough times and proves people wrong. I really felt the emotions and turmoil of this coming of age tale of Alita." Siaki S. sums it up with, "I really like this film because, even though Alita is a cyborg, that doesn't stop from her from doing everything she can to make her discover who she actually is. Although she is a machine, she is still treated as if she is a human being." See their full reviews below.
Reviewed by Rohan F., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13
Alita Battle Angel is an epic, action-packed film. It has incredible CGI and accomplishes lots of world-building. It is based on the Manga series Battle Angel Alita by Yukito Kishiro.
When Doctor Ido finds a living machine in the scrap yard, he takes it back and calls it Alita. When she wakes up she realizes all her memories have been lost. She finds herself in a crazy world in Pig City, beneath the last floating city. She tries to restore her memory and makes some friends and even more enemies. While it's an interesting story, I feel like it's not the focus of the film. Instead, the focus appears to be the battle scenes, because there are lots of them. While being beautiful and entertaining, I feel many were unnecessary.
I really liked the fight scenes. The unique fighting style used by Alita makes them interesting to watch. The CGI is incredible. I almost forgot Alita is a CGI character because of all the facial detail. The sport Motor Ball is unique and explained quite well. I found the ending left me wanting more. The character design in this film is wonderful. All the different androids are visually impressive. They are so unique. You can tell what they can do just by looking at them. The sets are also very well designed and stick to the theme. The floating city is very intriguing. I enjoyed how they explained little bits of it. However, this movie feels like a long setup for a sequel.
The moral of this film is to not stand by while people are being hurt – to speak up in the face of injustice. Unfortunately, although this message is spoken a few times, it isn't communicated very well throughout the plot of the movie and seems a bit like an afterthought.
The music is great. I enjoyed it without being distracted by it. It varies in each scene but keeps to a coherent theme throughout the film.
My favorite scene is when Alita goes into the hunter-warrior bar and tries to recruit people. This scene is very entertaining to watch and is choreographed brilliantly. It also introduces a bunch of interesting hunter-warriors. They all have entirely different fighting styles which makes this scene interesting to watch. I give this film 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it to ages 11 through 16. It opens February 8, 2019 so look for it.
By Ivey H., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13
This is an extraordinary animation film by James Cameron about a young girl who has forgotten her past and is trying to find herself. This story empowers us young ladies. She is brave, strong through rough times and proves people wrong. I really felt the emotions and turmoil of this coming of age tale of Alita.
This story is set in the future, after terrible devastating world event. It is about two worlds, one above and one below. It is action packed with villains and heroes. Alita is found by a cyborg Dr. Dyson Ido (Christoph Waltz) in a junkyard. He refurbishes her into a cyborg part-human and part-machine. The young Alita is trying to figure out her past. Meanwhile, she discovers her hidden abilities to transform into an elite fighter, athlete and warrior. She never looses heart, as she becomes a young woman and haves to deal with several conflicts.
The film is directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by James Cameron, a creative genius who is known for many other films such as Titanic and Avatar. The lead character, Alita is played by Rosa Salazar. Rosa truly takes you through the emotions of her character. Alita's human sidekick, Hugo, is played by Keean Johnson. He is her teenage first love. The villains are played by Mahershala Ali and Jennifer Connelley. Ed Norton makes a cameo appearance at the end which makes me believe there will be a part two and we will see more of him.
The CGI and F/X in this film are so vivid and realistic. It is hard to tell animation from reality. The cyborgs' transformer bodies are so creative and the costumes really bring light to the characters. The music, lighting and scenes are enhanced by the 3D movie theater experience.
My favorite part is when Alita gets a new robotic body and is better than ever. It suits her. I also like when she decides to start a fighting league of her own. She signs up to be a bounty hunter, then tries to rally other bounty hunters. They do not take her seriously, but they will soon learn she is a force to be reckoned with. The bounty hunter Zapan (Ed Skrein) and the bounty hunter that loves dogs are pretty cool characters.
The message in the film seems to never give up, even when the odds are against you. Never let anyone tell you who you are or who you should become. I really relate to the story line and it made me to want to be the best that I can.
I give this film 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 13 to 18 due to adult language and violence content. Adults will also enjoy this film. This film opens in theaters February 14, 2019. Look for it.
By Siaki Sii, KIDS FIRST!, Film Critic, Age 15
I really like this film because, even though Alita is a cyborg, that doesn't stop from her from doing everything she can to make her discover who she actually is. Although she is a machine, she is still treated as if she is a human being.
This amazing film is directed by Robert Rodriguez who also shoots, produces and scores many of his films in Mexico, as well as his home state, Texas. Rodriguez directed the 1992 action film El Mariachi, which was a huge commercial success. The story line here follows the one and only Alita, who is found in the scrap yard and taken to a nearby clinic by Dr. Ido who repairs all cyborg visitors. As Alita awakes, she has no memory of what happened, where she is or even who she truly is. As she explores the world little by little, she has minor memory recall about who she really is.
The more Alita experiences her present life, she meets a lot of people who are just like her. Dr. Ido tries his best to keep her safe from any bad things coming into her life.
The main characters in the film are played by a veritable who's who of talent: Alita is played by Rosa Salazar (Parenthood, American Horror Story). In Rosa's portrayal of Alita, we see that she is more than just a machine; she is also a warrior. Hugo is played by Keean Johnson (Heritage Falls), who really portrays Hugo as being a really cool and trustworthy guy. Dr. Dyson Ido is played by Christoph Waltz (Spectre). Waltz really surprised me in this role which suits him well. Plus, even though he is older, he still has great moves. Chiren is played by Jennifer Connelly (Only the Brave, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Winter's Tale). Connelly shows us what an interesting character Chiren is and contributes to the idea of how she doesn't look bad, but actually is. Mahershala Ali plays Vector. This character is quite different in how he communicates with the headmaster of Iron City, which is why people obey him. Ed Skrein plays Zapan as very intimidating, because of how he roams the streets as a big tough guy. You do not want to mess with him.
The sets are pretty cool. I like the set at the local plaza where Alita first learns to play the game motor ball. I also really love the music in this film because, depending on the scene, the music changes within it and drives the story line alone. The costumes are quite amazing and different. They aren't like the usual bad guy costumes. They are enhanced with CGI, which makes them quite tremendous.
My favorite part of the film is when Dr. Ido comes to find Alita in a bar, where she is challenging hunter-warriors to fight with her if they lose. In between all of the chaos, Dr. Ido shouts "Stop it, Stop it right now!" Yet, no one listens to him until he says, "Or no one gets free repairs!" In less than a second, everyone releases each other from the chaos.
I give this film 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, as well as adults. I think that everyone watching this will enjoy all the good reaction parts as well as jump scares. It opens in theaters February 14, 2019 so look for it.
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The LEGO Movie 2 * Vibrant Voice Talent, Quippy Writing Make For A Cartoon Genre-Defying Blast!
The citizens of Bricksburg face a dangerous new threat when LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space start to wreck everything in their path. The battle to defeat the enemy and restore harmony to the LEGO universe takes Emmet, Lucy, Batman and the rest of their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds that test their courage and creativity. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Arjun N. comments, "The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is a superb follow-up to the original film that lives up to the years' worth of hype surrounding it. Vibrant voice talent, including new standouts, and quippy writing make for a cartoon genre-defying blast." Sahiba K. adds, "With all its clichés, The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is as original as its predecessor! An intricately, well thought out plot steals the show along with jokes that hit my funny bone." Zoe C. wraps it up with, "I loved that everything is still awesome! It's dynamic, colorful and funny. While watching this film I saw how cool all the little LEGO figures look, because the animation is so well done that they look like they're really moving and the amount of detail this film is incredible." See their full reviews below.
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part
By Arjun N., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 17
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is a superb follow-up to the original film that lives up to the years' worth of hype surrounding it. Vibrant voice talent, including new standouts, and quippy writing make for a cartoon genre-defying blast. Any fans of the LEGO franchise must check this out.
The movie follows five years since "everything was awesome," as the citizens of Bricksburg suffered irreparable damage from the forces of LEGO DUPLO invaders. Bricksburg descended into Apocolaypseburg, where the citizens brood. Luckily, Emmet (Chris Pratt) always retains hope, even when General Mayhem (Stephanie Beatriz) captures many of his friends. This takes Emmet on a journey across multiple unexplored worlds, including a central DUPLO musical land, as the fate of the LEGO galaxy relies upon him.
The ensemble cast not only features one role from Chris Pratt as, of course Emmet, but also as Rex Dangervest. He continues to shine as Emmet, with the reluctant hero taken to deeper territories as his hope to regain his friends is tested. Rex Dangervest shines and is my favorite character, as he remains a charming presence and even mirrors many of Pratt's roles in Hollywood. His relevance to the plot also provides for some mind-bending revelations. Elizabeth Banks, as Lucy/Wyldstyle, continues in her heartfelt buddy dynamic with Emmet, as she even wants him to do something more intimidating. This proves for an interesting drive in his quest to find Lucy. New additions from Stephanie Beatriz and Tiffany Haddish are welcome ones, with their unique DUPLO builds taking the spotlight. In particular, Tiffany Haddish as Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi, shines with her malicious intent and deceitful musical numbers. Will Arnett, Allison Brie and Charlie Day return from the previous movie and continue their signature work, with all even having a moment to shine amid this gigantic cast.
Mike Mitchell spectacularly directs the movie with a great mastery of unconventional animation found within, that pans out beautifully. Also, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller return with a script that might even be funnier and more meta than the original. My favorite scene is the musical number between Batman and Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi that is just a true showcase of this series' unique sense of meta-commentary and humor. My problems with the movie do stem from the real world scenes. Even though the dynamics between siblings Finn (Jadon Sand) and Bianca (Brooklynn Prince) is a very touching and even humorous one, it just doesn't lead to much and feels tacked on, with the time gap seeming like something of an afterthought.
The message of this film is that everything will not always be awesome, but in times like those, we must always let people in and help others as much as we can. I give this film 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 6 to 18. The movie releases in theaters on February 8, 2019, so check it out.
By Sahiba K., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 16
With all its clichés, The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is as original as its predecessor, The LEGO Movie! An intricately, well thought out plot steals the show along with jokes that hit my funny bone. The two types of animation, stop motion and CGI, are used at appropriate times, connecting the LEGO world and our world to merge reality with imagination.
Starting right where The LEGO Movie ended, the story follows Emmet (Chris Pratt) and his best friend, Lucy (Elizabeth Banks) who are now living in a post-apocalyptic world. When Lucy and his other friends, Batman (Will Arnett), Unikitty (Alison Brie), MetalBeard (Nick Offerman) and Benny (Charlie Day) are kidnapped by General Mayhem, Emmet must embark on a dangerous quest to save them and unravel an evil plot.
Chris Pratt voices two characters, Emmet and Rex, who are disparate characters. Emmet is innocent and kind while Rex is more hardened and a typical action hero. It is evident that Chris Pratt voices Rex because of Chris Pratt's experience in the role of the action hero, but the way that he is able to contrast that with the sweetness of Emmet is commendable. Tiffany Haddish has an abundance of personality in her voice that is necessary for her character, Queen Watevra Wa'nabi. The uniqueness of her voice is key in helping understand who she is. Her character has an ability to change shape, preventing us from viewing who she really is, so her voice tells us the most about her personality.
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is surprisingly a bit of a musical, with original songs. Ironically, my favorite song is actually in the end credits, although it is hard to pick a favorite. Each songs' lyrics are comedic and manage to have very catchy beats. By the time I finished watching the film, "The Catchy Song" was stuck in my head all day, but I honestly did not mind. It might even be my favorite soundtrack from a movie.
The message of The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is to never change who you are. I recommend it for ages 5 to 18, because the jokes are suited for all ages and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. Be sure to check out The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part when it opens in theaters on February 8, 2019.
By Zoe C. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 10
The LEGO Movie: The Second Part is fascinating and I loved that everything is still awesome! It's dynamic, colorful and funny. While watching this film I saw how cool all the little LEGO figures look, because the animation is so well done that they look like they're really moving and the amount of detail this film is incredible.
This movie picks up where the first LEGO Movie ends and adds new exciting scenes. This film is about our hero Emmet (Chris Pratt) and his friend Lucy (Elizabeth Banks) battling in outer space. The Duplox LEGO blocks attack the regular LEGO world, specifically the citizens of Bricksburgh. Everyone tells Emmet he should grow up, because he thinks everything is always awesome and LEGOS are facing a terrible menace. We meet a new character named General Mayhem (Stephany Beatriz) whose identity is unknown and whose voice is very intriguing. She takes all of Emmet's friends, including superhero Batman (Will Arnett) faraway for a strange ceremony. In this journey, they travel into galaxies and planets and they are part of several music episodes. While Emmet is sometimes insecure and Lucy is battle ready, they are forced into parallel adventures that lead them into a re-discovery of empathy and friendship.
I love how the movie uses all kinds of LEGO brands – LEGO Friends, regular and Duplox. There are many twists which make the movie a lot more interesting. At one point, you think the movie is over, but it's really not. There are lots of new, fun characters and the jokes appeal to both kids and grown-ups. I also love that you can never really guess what is going to happen next, because there is always a twist. All the characters have very distinctive personalities. The work of the voice actors is fantastic, as they are in the first one. And, there are a lot of references to classic films.
In this film, human participation seems even bigger than in the first one. I like those scenes, because it makes it more evident that the story is told from the LEGO's perspective. The rhythm is great and it is funny and touching at the same time. It's awesome how the producers have created a world made of little, and not so little bricks, that is so engaging for all audiences.
Another thing I love about this film is how they took songs from the original movie and made them completely different. And, you don't need to see the first movie to understand this one. This film proves that sequels can be awesome!
The message of this film is that we don't always need to grow up. Being mature does not mean that we lose our kindness, sweetness or imagination. I give this film 5 of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 12 and adults as well. The Lego Movie: The Second Part opens February 8, 2019 and I totally recommend it! Be sure to watch our YouTube Channel for my videotaped review of this one.
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Gaming Innovation Group & LuckyBet Ink New Partnership Deal
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Edited December 22, 2022
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has announced a partnership with a new casino named LuckyBet to provide the latter with GiG's market-leading platform solution. By placing a premium on highly customized gaming and loyalty experiences, LuckyBet plans to expand its brand into a number of promising international and developing markets.
According to GiG, the development of the platform's technology has been tailored to fulfill the needs of operators that want to take advantage of the worldwide expansion of iGaming. Together, GiG's proprietary technology and the LuckyBet brand will "focus on delivering an innovative player experience," the company said.
GiG's market-leading player account management (PAM), front-end, and content management system (CMS) are all included in this five-year agreement, which is a continuation of similar partnerships announced this year. GiG plans to use these technologies to power innovative new ideas in the online casino industry.
Huge Ambitions
LuckyBet CEO Ian Parke has stated the company's desire to become a dominant player in the emerging market's online casino industry. With GiG's help, they will be able to provide an improved gaming experience in a sector that's been expanding steadily for the last five years. They think a sizable portion of the market may be captured by presenting customers with a wide variety of personalized experiences made possible by GiG technology. As a result, they want to work with them for the foreseeable future.
GiG CEO Richard Brown also said that the company's award-winning technology combined with LuckyBet would put the two in a prime position for expansion in international developing countries, which are an integral part of the global online casino business. They are excited to witness the full advantages of this new alliance, as their ability to create a personalized user experience is meant to assist boost engagement and brand loyalty, enhancing lifetime value.
Gaming Innovation Group was established in 2012 with the mission "to be the industry-leading platform and media supplier offering world-class solutions to our iGaming partners and their clients." Product innovation, scalable technology, and excellent service are fundamental to GiG's pursuit of its aim to increase the long-term success of its business partners. Gaming Innovation Group is a Maltese company that trades on both the Oslo Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: GIG) and the Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker symbol: GIGSEK).
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Supreme Court Ruling is Front and Center in Kings/Sonics Saga
By Brian Robinson May 12, 2013, 6:34am PDT
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Yesterday's news was very significant.
The announced backup offer established an alternative which will provide existing team ownership with operating capital necessary to carry on with franchise operations whether or not relocation to Seattle is approved. In doing so the Hansen group has further secured the Maloofs commitment to this transaction, preventing them from backing out no matter how much pressure is applied by the NBA.
One way or another the NBA will be forced to vote on this sale. If they approve the transaction but deny relocation they will create an admittedly terrible situation that extends this horrible drama for a long as 2 additional seasons. Alternatively voting to deny the sale on any grounds will open the door for an antitrust claim that could dramatically impact the league for an even longer period of time.
The core issue for any potential litigation would be the right to restrict individual franchise owners from entering into binding contracts without the league's prior approval. NBA attorneys would likely argue that in the matter of franchise sale and relocation the teams operate as a single entity with common goals, operating outside of antitrust protection in order to preserve competitive balance for the greater good of all teams.
This right to restrict franchise from entering into contracts was last tested in 2010 when American Needle VS the NFL took the matter before the United States Supreme Court. A case that Michael McCann, a legal analyst with Sports Illustrated, dubbed the "most important case in sports history"
American Needle won this case when the Supreme Court determined that, in the case of marketing operations the teams did not in fact operate with a joint conscious but rather compete as separate companies. McCann, who has written multiple papers on the case warned SonicsRising.com via e-mail correspondence that antitrust litigation is fraught with risk:
"(B)eing subject to antitrust law -- which none of the leagues want -- is not the same thing as being likely to lose in an antitrust case. The key will be whether the relevant restrictions on competition (in this case league rules on sale of teams and franchise relocation) are more pro-competitive than anti-competitive. The league would bring a number of pro-competitive arguments to the table, including that they improve the overall quality of the league, as evidenced by growth in league prosperity over the past decades."
The ruling had an admittedly limited scope and clearly specified that some franchises activities outside of marketing may in fact qualify for protection from antitrust law. However page 2, section d of the ruling specifically identifies gate receipts and the ability to attract fans as areas in which the franchises are operating in direct competition, creating an argument that venue and location decisions should be made at the franchise level in order to ensure the business competitiveness of an individual franchise:
(d) The NFL teams do not possess either the unitary decision making quality or the single aggregation of economic power characteristic of independent action. Each of them is a substantial, independently owned, independently managed business, whose "general corporate actions are guided or determined" by "separate corporate consciousnesses," and whose "objectives are" not "common." Copperweld, 467 U. S., at 771. They compete with one another, not only on the playing field, but to attract fans, for gate receipts, and for contracts with managerial and playing personnel.
As an example it could be argued that franchises in larger markets such as New York have access to more lucrative marketing opportunities, larger regional fan bases and significantly higher ticket prices than a franchise located in a smaller market. In preventing the team from seeking markets where more competitive revenue streams existed the league may in fact be restricting their right to compete against the larger market teams. In addition league interference in franchise sales unfairly restricts owners ability to negotiate a profitable sale of their asset by limiting the pool of buyers only to those in cities willing to provide massive public subsidy for the product. An argument could be made that approving franchise moves from Charlotte to New Orleans and of course Seattle's departure to Oklahoma City while denying the Seattle transaction would be indicative of a conspiracy to restrain pursuit of private opportunities in order to continue delivering lavish public subsidies to the existing team owners.
The Hansen group has shown themselves unwilling to relinquish this contractual control but have been willing to voluntarily increase their offer of both purchase price and relocation fee. This astronomical pricing presents the NBA with an opportunity to do the right thing. The league should reconsider its opposition to expansion and pursue a two city solution, embracing the cash being thrown at them, avoiding litigation that could rewrite the rules of their industry and at the same time preventing a catastrophic letdown to one of two great fan bases.
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Dublin Airport is the biggest and busiest airport in Ireland with more than 18 million passengers using it as a hub in 2011. Although it serves Dublin, it is interestingly located in Collinstown.
Which Terminal?
There are 2 terminals at Dublin Airport. Terminal 1 is the busiest and has been in operation since 1972.Terminal 2 was officially opened in 2010 and is used by at least 7 international airlines.
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He jerked his head to the fuente of gasp, to George, who snatched the letter from his hand.
George was now watching at the badge as if checking it's real o not?
Ron rarely paid attention to what twins thought about him, but he would be lying if he dicho it didn't hurt.
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From Page To Screen: Galactus, The Great Gatsby and The Gunslinger
News by Rob Hart	August 7, 2012	13 comments
Where does Hollywood get most of its ideas? Books and comics! Here's your kinda-daily roundup of book-related projects headed to a screen near you.
Galactus may try to devour Earth in the next Avengers movie! (The Avengers will probably stop him though.)
The Fantastic Four and Daredevil are owned by Fox, and Galactus--a world-devouring purple alien--is part of the Fantastic Four films. But Marvel's film guru Kevin Feige has reportedly struck a deal to bring the character over to their sandbox. This is very much in line with the galactic angle they're pushing for in the next Avengers film. In exchange, Sony gets to hold on to Daredevil for a little while longer.
And it seems as though Joe Carnahan, of The Grey and The A-Team, might be directing the Daredevil film. A decent enough choice, right? This puts into question his remake of 1974's Death Wish, a film starring Charles Bronson and loosely based on the novel by Brian Garfield (quite a good novel, by the way). [Badass Digest]
Warner Bros. is pushing Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of The Great Gatsby from Dec. 25 to summer 2013. The studio claims it's because they want to reach a wider audience. It could be that the movie is a complete mess. Who knows? I think it looks fabulous. [The Hollywood Reporter]
The long-gestating adaptation of Stephen King's The Dark Tower series is showing signs of life. Akiva Goldsman is reportedly about to deliver a new script for the project, which director Ron Howard and producers Brian Grazer and Goldsman have conceived of as multi-format, playing out through films and television. Javier Bardem was being considered for the role of Roland Deschain, but it looks like he's out--and maybe Russell Crowe is in? I like Russell Crowe. He seems nice. Good for the role? You tell me. I haven't even read the books. [Deadline]
Any of this stuff get your juices flowin'? Discuss!
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Brandon	from KCMO is reading Made to Break August 7, 2012 - 7:51am
I'm thinking an aged, grizzled Timothy Olyphant for Roland.
alisia	from Byron, NY is reading The Goldfinch by: Donna Tartt August 7, 2012 - 8:07am
Javiar Bardem is horrible for Roland. I have always thought that Hugh Jackman would be perfect for the role, especially since the books sometimes travel backwards with Roland - taking him through his history. The actor would need to be rugged, sexy and able to play someone both old and young.
Timothy Olyphant may also be a good choice, looks-wise, but I don't believe in his skill as an actor. Do you really think he can play a Gunslinger? He's so modern.
I also like the idea of Daniel Craig.
M.E.Prince	from Georgia is reading En man som heter Ove August 7, 2012 - 8:23am
Timothy Olyphant was awesome in Deadwood. He'd definitely be my first pick for Roland, too.
I really hope they sell Galactus as the incredible threat that he is. Their attempt in the Earth's Mightiest Heroes cartoon fell far short of the mark.
See Deadwood.
Scott MacDonald	from UK is reading Perfidia August 7, 2012 - 9:25am
I think rugged for Roland is good, and distant, someone who can convey some internal battle going on. How's about Mads Mikkelsen?
LLCoolRay	August 7, 2012 - 9:29am
Olyphant was so good in Deadwood that it's hard to see anyone else playing Roland. Plus, they would need someone younger for Gunslinger that can be 'aged' for Drawing of the Three. Too bad Val Kilmer is old and fat now. He was a great Doc Holliday.
Varkko Stush	August 7, 2012 - 10:39am
A medal for that man with the Olyphant suggestion; he'd be perfect. As for Crow, no thanks. He was awful in that film with Sharon Stone as a gunslinger (i forget the name, it was terrible).
Chris Johnson	from Burlington NC is reading The Proud Highway August 7, 2012 - 11:59pm
Screw all this Roland talk. What about Eddie? I'm going with Tom Hardy. Discuss.
EDIT: And screw TDKR. I'm basing my opinion solely on his back-to-back tortured Stuart Shorter one year, then Michael Peterson/Charles Bronson the next.
ArKiveD	August 7, 2012 - 11:26am
Clint Eastwood 30 years ago would have been the only perfect fit. Anyone else is going to be a compromise. It's all a matter of how much of a compromise that will be. I don't mind the idea of Daniel Craig. Russell Crowe? It could be worse. Hugh Jackman? Absolutely not.
Shawn I.	from New York is reading Important Things That Don't Matter August 7, 2012 - 11:46am
I'd like to see a lesser known actor play Roland. I'm a fan of Timothy Olyphant but I'd rather someone who isn't already so closely associated with a western role. The Mads Mikkelsen suggestion is interesting although he may be a little too creepy. I've seen suggestions of Viggo Mortensen (I'm a fan but not sold), Javier Bardem (I think he's all wrong), and Jim Caviezel (too pretty, not tough enough). Clive Owen, Aaron Eckhart, Wes Bentley (kinda young, maybe better for Eddie), Josh Holloway, and Paul Bettany crossed my mind.
Maybe Luke Evans, Josh Lucas or Sam Worthington for Eddie.
Scott MacDonald	from UK is reading Perfidia August 7, 2012 - 2:11pm
Really like the Bettany suggestion. I always saw Roland as quite gaunt and Bettany has the physique and intensity to carry that off.
In regards to the Mikkelsen aspect, I always pictured Roland as being a little creepy - maybe not in his younger training days, but certainly in books 1 and 3. He warms up a little towards the end of the series though. Although I would have to suggest casting Mikkelsen slightly against type and allow him to have two fully working eyes.
cecedockins	from R'lyeh is reading Stephen King's Bag of Bones; The Century's Best Horror Fiction edited by John Pelan; August 9, 2012 - 11:01am
What about Alexander Skarsgard?
Ernesto Giron	from El Salvador is reading The spy who came in from the cold. August 9, 2012 - 12:44pm
Crowe has that cool, gritty attitude for the role, but I must say, Michael Fassbender wouldn't be such a bad choose either.
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Asian America: Chinese and Japanese in the United States since 1850
Roger Daniels
University of Washington Press, 1 oct. 2011 - 400 páginas
In this important and masterful synthesis of the Chinese and Japanese experience in America, historian Roger Daniels provides a new perspective on the significance of Asian immigration to the United States. Examining the period from the mid-nineteenth century to the early 1980s, Daniels presents a basic history comprising the political and socioeconomic background of Chinese and Japanese immigration and acculturation. He draws distinctions and points out similarities not only between Chinese and Japanese but between Asian and European immigration experiences, clarifying the integral role of Asians in American history.
Daniels research is impressive and his evidence is solid. In forthright prose, he suggests fresh assessments of the broad patterns of the Asian American experience, illuminating the recurring tensions within our modern multiracial society. His detailed supporting material is woven into a rich historical fabric which also gives personal voice to the tenacious individualism of the immigrant.
The book is organized topically and chronologically, beginning with the emigration of each ethnic group and concluding with an epilogue that looks to the future from the perspective of the last two decades of Chinese and Japanese American history. Included in this survey are discussions of the reasons for emigration; the conditions of emigration; the fate of first generation immigrants; the reception of immigrants by the United States government and its people; the growth of immigrant communities; the effects of discriminatory legislation; the impact of World War II and the succeeding Cold War era on Chinese and Japanese Americans; and the history of Asian Americans during the last twenty years.
This timely and thought-provoking volume will be of value not only to specialists in Asian American history and culture but to students and general historians of American life.
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Historian Roger Daniels has written numerous books, mostly on immigration history and Japanese-American internment during World War II. He was past president of the Society for Historians of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era and the Immigration History Society. He served as a consultant to the Presidential Commission on the Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians and on the planning committee for the Immigration Museum on Ellis Island. He has also worked with the National Park Service on historic sites and as a historical consultant for many television programs. As a Fulbright Professor he taught at five universities in Europe and two universities in Canada. His last position was at the University of Cincinnati. Even in retirement, he continues to write, edit, and guest lecture.
Título Asian America: Chinese and Japanese in the United States since 1850
Autor Roger Daniels
Editor University of Washington Press, 2011


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was a freight railway station of Japanese National Railways located in Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan.
The freight terminal was the end of a 1.7-kilometer branchline of the Nambu Line from Yakō Station.

History
For the opening of its first lines on March 9, 1927, Nambu Railway (as called until its nationalization in 1944)  built two terminals in Kawasaki: Kawasaki Station for passengers and Kawasaki-Gashi Freight Terminal for freight. Kawasaki-Gashi Freight Terminal was built on the bank of the Tama River to provide connection between railway and water transport. It would have been economical if the freight terminal had been connected directly from Kawasaki Station, but the railway could not acquire lands for this route.

Initially Kawasaki-Gashi Freight Terminal mainly handled gravel as freight. The gravel was dug from riverbed of the upper Tama River, transported by train, transferred to barges or boats at this terminal, and shipped to consumers along the Tokyo Bay. For this purpose the terminal was equipped with a quay with funnels to drop bulk freight. Nearby industries including Kawasaki Plant of Tokyo Rope Mfg. also used the station. During the World War Two, freight included military supplies.

Kawasaki-Gashi Freight Terminal was closed on May 25, 1972 following the decline of use resulted from expansion of rail and road network in the Tokyo Bay area, as well as the closure of the Tokyo Rope plant in 1969. The station might have been dormant from 1970 as some sources claim the closing in that year.

Green belt
The site of the freight terminal and the branchline was converted to a green belt named  in 1976. It provides recreational enjoyment for residents of housing complex on the Tokyo Rope plant site.

References

External links
Japan City Plans: Omori (University of Texas Libraries) - A 1946 U.S. Army map showing the freight terminal
The "freight line" comes from the lower left corner towards the riverbank where small yard (i.e. the freight terminal) and inlets exist.

Railway stations in Kanagawa Prefecture
Railway stations in Japan opened in 1927
Railway stations closed in 1972
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Q: How do I access this built-in SEDE functionality to run multi-site queries? Queries in the Stack Exchange Data Explorer are usually run over one database, i.e. a single Stack Exchange site. It is possible to do a multi-site query by fully qualifying tables (including the database name), and there are some tricks like building up a dynamic SQL string which fills a temporary table when executed. There are countless examples/templates, here is one of my latest versions which stands on the shoulders of several other giants.
This morning I was checking SEDE's source code and stumbled upon this:
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To my untrained eye, that seems like a built-in functionality for cross-site queries; it even seems to offer some kind of aggregation. It is possible to access this functionality, or is it a remnant of a long-lost feature?

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Dr. Shakil Ahmed is the Medical Director of the Division of Pain Medicine in the Department of Anesthesiology, and Director of the Tri-Institutional Pain Fellowship Program. He joined the Anesthesiology Dept of New York Weill Cornell Center in 2002 after graduating from the anesthesia residency program at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. Prior to achieving Board Certification in Anesthesiology from the American Board of Anesthesiology, he completed his surgical training in the UK, where he was awarded the Fellowship of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons. He developed a particular interest in the management of complex pain during his neurosurgical training at the Liverpool Pain Center.
Dr. Ahmed works actively with the Jay Monahan Center to develop pain treatment strategies for gastrointestinal malignancies including pancreatic cancer, stomach and colorectal cancer. He has a special interest in developing a comprehensive cancer pain program in collaboration with his oncology colleagues. He has co-authored several publications, including book chapters on cancer pain and regional anesthesia techniques.
In addition to cancer pain, Dr. Ahmed has clinical expertise in chronic back pain, acute pain, neuropathic pain, post-herpetic neuralgia, phantom limb pain, pelvic pain, headaches, post-laminectomy pain syndrome, and chronic pain from degenerative joint diseases. He is expert at performing diagnostic and therapeutic spinal injections, discography, percutaneous discectomy, vertebroplasty, cryotherapy, implantation of spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pumps, and pulsed and thermal radiofrequency neurolysis.
Dr. Ahmed specializes in the management of cancer pain, as well as chronic and acute non-cancer pain. Dr. Ahmed believes in providing comprehensive care for his patients. Integral to his practice is the pursuit of cutting edge pain techniques including spinal cord stimulation, radiofrequency neurolysis, intrathecal pain therapies, percutaneous disc decompression, and non-invasive laser therapy. Dr. Ahmed is actively involved in medical research and is the principal investigator in research collaboration for the advancement of state-of-the-art pain technologies. He has co-authored several publications on cancer pain and regional anesthesia techniques and is actively involved in the fellowship training program, resident training, grand rounds and case conferences. He has been invited by The American-Austrian Foundation as a visiting professor, to teach pain medicine to physicians from eastern European countries. Dr. Ahmed has performed charity work as a medical officer for the International Rescue Committee for Afghan refugees displaced by the Russian invasion of Afghanistan.
Dr. Ahmed began his medical career as a surgeon before specializing in Anesthesiology. He joined the faculty of Weill Cornell Medical College as a Pain Medicine physician in the Anesthesiology Department in 2002. He began his New York Presbyterian Hospital training as a burn fellow. He then went on to complete his residency in anesthesiology at the New York Presbyterian Hospital at Columbia University in 2001, finishing his Pain Medicine Fellowship at the Weill Cornell campus in 2002. Dr. Ahmed received his MBBS from Khyber Medical College, Peshawar, Pakistan in 1981. He completed his surgical training in the UK, where he was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons.


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A potato shaking hands with Edward Jenner, claiming him as a fellow vaccinator. Watercolour by John Leech.
Leech, John, 1817-1864.
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Credit: A potato shaking hands with Edward Jenner, claiming him as a fellow vaccinator. Watercolour by John Leech. Wellcome Collection. Public Domain Mark
The potato is called Paddy Fluke because Paddy was a nickname given to Irishmen and Ireland was associated with potatoes, and because a fluke was a variety of kidney potato
The potato has arms and legs and wears a blue jacket. The figure supposed to be Edward Jenner looks nothing like Jenner's portraits, being thin and bespectacled, wearing a black suit and a broad black hat. He may stand for vaccinators in general
The potato has a (by British standards) unhealthy complexion, yellow and lumpy, described in the lettering below the drawing as "waxy". According to the Oxford English dictionary, 1989, s.v. waxy 3.a, "waxy" was a word often used in a pejorative sense of "boiled potatoes that have not become mèaly'", citing Thomas Hood, Tale of a trumpet, "ears as dull as waxy potatoes!". Potatoes which were mèaly', by contrast, were dry and flaky, which was considered good (OED, s.v. mealy)
The OED, loc. cit., also cites two pathological senses of "waxy": referring to "chlorosis", quoting R.B. Todd's Cyclopaedia of anatomy, 1835-1836, vol. 1, p. 428, "The waxy appearance which those who are the subjects of this disease [i.e. chlorosis] generally exhibit", and (sense 3.b) referring to amyloidosis, citing William Budd, Diseases of the liver, 1845, "These characters are well expressed by the epithet 'waxy', which has been applied to livers in this state by Dr Home and Rokitansky"
1 drawing : watercolour, with pen and brown ink ; image and lettering 9.5 x 10 cm
Dr. Jenner and the potato. Paddy Fluke. Give us your hand old boy we're both waxy-naters.
Exhibited: Appleby Bros., Ryder Street, St James's, summer exhibition 1965, no. 9
The word "waxy-naters" in the lettering represents a mispronunciation of the word "vaccinators", which is also found in an aquatint by G. Hunt, 1831: see record no 11806i in this catalogue. The OED does not record a word "naters" meaning potatoes; "taters" is a long-used abbreviation for potatoes, but does not fit the pun. Perhaps "natures", pronounced with an Irish accent, was intended
A poster on the wall in the right background reads: smallpox vaccin[ation]
Wellcome Library no. 29573i
Perhaps connected with the Irish potato blight of 1846; perhaps intended to be engraved in Punch for that year (investigated but not found, September 1996)
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Q: Error : only integer scalar arrays can be converted to a scalar index How to solve? I try to convert breast canser dataset to a dataframe and to use it
but i got following error;

TypeError: only integer scalar arrays can be converted to a scalar
index

#Import library
from sklearn.datasets import load_breast_cancer
import pandas as pd
#Load dataset
cancer = load_breast_cancer()
#Convert the sklearn.dataset cancer to a DataFrame.
df=pd.DataFrame(cancer.data,columns =[cancer.feature_names])
df['target']=pd.Series(data=cancer.target,index=df.index)
display(df['target'])

A: The dataset converts to a dataframe correctly. It seems to be an indexing issue, so I changed the last line to
df[["target"]]

and it worked for me.