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Judge Gets Challenge to Mississippi Mental Health System
Lawyers for the state told U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves that the Justice Department had failed to prove the alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Both sides will get one more chance to argue their position in post-trial briefs due in three weeks. Then Reeves, who heard the evidence without a jury, will have to decide. Photo by Imani Khayyam.
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A federal judge should intervene in Mississippi's mental health care system, a U.S. Justice Department lawyer argued Monday, saying the state has moved far too slowly to provide community alternatives to mental hospitals.
"They could be living in more integrated settings, but they never get the chance, because the state does not make the necessary services available, lawyer Patrick Holkins said in closing arguments following a monthlong trial. "That is not just a policy failure, but a civil rights violation."
Lawyers for the state, though, told U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves that the Justice Department had failed to prove the alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
"There was no evidence that anyone was unnecessarily institutionalized in Mississippi," Jim Shelson argued for the state.
Both sides will get one more chance to argue their position in post-trial briefs due in three weeks. Then Reeves, who heard the evidence without a jury, will have to decide.
The federal government catalogued a litany of alleged transgressions during the trial, including mentally ill people held in jails because crisis teams don't respond; people forced to live far from their family because services aren't available in their hometowns; and people who make repeat trips to state mental hospitals because there's no effective planning for them to transition to community services and the most intensive kinds of services aren't made available.
The Justice Department argues that all these offenses are violations of the U.S. Supreme Court's 1999 Olmstead decision, which found that unjustified confinement in a mental institution is illegal.
The state, though, said the Justice Department concedes that Mississippi has community-based services, but argues that they're just not good enough. The state says that's not an Olmstead violation and presents no clear standard for Reeves to rule on.
"Is there any jurisprudence anywhere that describes enough?" asked lawyer Reuben Anderson. "I would say to your honor, there is no standard in law or anywhere else about enough."
Shelson said Mississippi wasn't being given enough credit for what it has accomplished. He also argued that the federal government wants to impose such an expensive set of programs that it would qualify as a "fundamental alteration" of Mississippi's system, which the Olmstead decision says the federal government can't impose.
The state lawyer argued that the more that the federal government demanded "the stronger the state's fundamental alteration defense," Shelson said.
The Justice Department counters that Mississippi could afford more services if it filed more claims with the state-federal Medicaid insurance program, and argued that appeals courts have ruled since Olmstead that a state needs a working plan to assert a fundamental alteration defense.
"No plan exists in Mississippi, much less one that's comprehensive and effectively working," Holkins said.
Shelson closed by saying Mississippi just needs more time to make progress on its own.
"What this case really about, your honor, is the pace of change," he said.
But the federal lawyers rejected that argument, saying the state was barely moving until the trial grew near and that people are suffering unnecessarily.
"Time is certainly one thing the state has already had plenty of, yet the state asks for a little more," Justice Department lawyer Regan Rush said. "Yet time is running out for the people in this case."


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DJ Constantine 'Connie' Price's Soul Picnic: Music Playlist 004
Hey, everybody. My name is Dan Ubick, but I go by Connie Price when I spin records or get behind the drum kit. Call me Dan or call me Connie (short for Constantine, my middle name). I'm a music producer, musician, and record collector from California.
I'm on a mission, on behalf of NOT REAL ART, to share the songs that catch my ear every month on the Soul Picnic Playlist. Think of them as flavorful dishes from the kitchen's of my favorite musical chefs, if you will. I love all kinds of music regardless of genre or era but, full disclosure, I do have an ongoing love affair with the late '60s and early '70s.
I'm lucky to have so many amazingly talented people in my life who are as obsessed with music as I am. I'm constantly turned on to songs that make me say, "How have I never heard this??" The monthly Soul Picnic playlists are me returning the favor. I hope you find your new favorite song here, and it makes you smile, feel understood, or keeps you positive.
So pop on some headphones, wire yourself into a good set of speakers, or go hunt down the original copies on vinyl at your local record store for the full effect. These tracks all deserve it.
Ted Hawkins—"Strange Conversation"
Mississippi's Ted Hawkins' voice drew me in from the very first time I heard it; it sounds like a direct extension of the man's raw soul (plus, the man wrote so many great songs). After busking for years on the Venice Beach boardwalk and garnering quite a following in Europe, Hawkins secured a string of record deals culminating in The Next Hundred Years, a masterpiece of an album that lists "Strange Conversation" as one of its tracks.
Big Star—"The Ballad Of El Goodo
Memphis' Big Star gave us three records in their short lifespan, and this track from their debut #1 Record a favorite. Equally indebted to the Beatles, the Stones, and The Byrds, the group created their own blend of soulful pop music with ace songwriters Chris Bell and Alex Chilton, and a rock-solid rhythm section in drummer Jody Stephens and bassist Andy Hummel. Recorded at famed Memphis recording studio Ardent, Big Star's #1 Record sold modestly upon release but went on to become a huge influence on household names like R.E.M. and The Replacements.
Bobby Charles—"Street People"
Bobby Charles wrote quite a few hits in his lifetime for others, including "See You Later Alligator" for Bill Haley & The Comets, "Walking To New Orleans" for Fats Domino, and "(I Don't Know Why) But I Do" for Clarence "Frogman" Henry. However, it wasn't until Bobby paired up with Dr. John, Neil Young, lap steel guitar guru Ben Keith, and most of The Band to cut 1972's Bobby Charles LP on Bearsville Records that his own cajun vocal twang came to the forefront. "Street People," the first track, has that same loping Levon Helm backbeat we know and love from The Band cuts "Life Is A Carnival" and "Up On Cripple Creek." Charles romantically opines: "What a great place to know what I know, I'm happy where I'm at. Some people would rather work, we need people like that."
Reverend Gary Davis—"Samson & Delilah"
Growing up, I'd always heard The Grateful Dead perform this song in their live sets. I thought it was catchy, but when I finally heard the version that inspired Bob Weir, I was floored and listened to it over and over and over again. That voice! The Reverend Gary Davis was indeed a Baptist minister and this congregant sings his praises. Check out the man himself at the famed Newport Folk Festival in 1963, laying it down like only he can.
Bob Dylan—"One More Cup Of Coffee"
Nobody will ever write verses like Bob Dylan. His writing is as prolific as it is insightful, entertaining, and, at times, heartbreaking. This gem from 1976's Desire, apparently written on his birthday after he visited a gypsy festival in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in Provence, France, tells tales of fallen kings and mysterious muses, and features the sultry violin runs of Scarlet Riviera, whom he met soon after penning these words:
Your sister sees the future like your momma and yourself.
You've never learned to read or write,
there's no books upon your shelf.
And your pleasure know no limits
Your voice is like a meadow lark
But your heart is like an ocean
Mysterious and dark
I always have a current favorite Dylan song, but this dark jewel has been lingering on my turntable for a while.
The Faces—"Love Lives Here"
Deservedly, the Faces' big hits, "Stay With Me" and "Ooh La La," get all the accolades, but this tender ballad from the band's A Nod Is As Good As A Wink…To a Blind Horse LP just kills me every time. We all have places in our past that become unrecognizable with time, and Rod Stewart reflects on that feeling so touchingly. Plus, if anyone ever wonders how Ronnie Wood snatched up one of the best gigs in rock 'n' roll, just take a listen to his playing on this cut—so tasty, soulful, and not a note too many. Get it, Woody!
Freddie Scott—"Are You Lonely For Me Baby?"
Rhode Island's Freddie Scott grew up singing in his grandmother's gospel group. Later, he produced records for Erma Franklin and eventually signed to Bert Berns' Shout label where he cut this absolutely jaw-dropping three minutes and fifteen seconds of soul. Keith Richards, a musical guru of mine, chose this track as one of his desert-island tracks for England's Far Out Magazine.
Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66—"For What It's Worth"
Stephen Stills' tale of unrest in the streets was a crowning achievement in Buffalo Springfield's catalogue, but once Brasil '66 got a hold of it, they took it to another level. It's not often that cover versions outdo the original, but this funky take on "For What It's Worth" from their Stillness LP wins the prize for me. The blend of Fender Rhodes piano, caxixi (shakers), and the sultry voice of Gracinha, all supported by drummer Mark Stevens and bassist Joe Osborn, are deliciously funky from beginning to end.
"Sweet" Charles Sherrell—"Soul Man"
Speaking of covers that give the originals a run for their money! Check out one-time James Brown bass player Sweet Charles Sherrell's incredible reimagining of Sam & Dave's classic "Soul Man," courtesy of The Godfather's People label. Heavy percussion over tight drums support Sherrell's velvet falsetto while all the ladies swoon.
Sarah Vaughan—"Fever"
From producer extraordinaire Quincy Jones and orchestrator-conductor Frank Foster comes this wicked version of Little Willie John's "Fever" off Sarah Vaughan's 1965 Viva! Vaughan LP. Top-notch session players—including Willie Bobo on percussion, Bob James on piano and Jerome Richardson on the flute—create the perfect playful yet steamy backdrop for Vaughan's velveteen vocals. The way she sings, "I light up when you call my name," is pure, God-given melodic genius.
Richie Havens—"High Flying Bird"
Written by folk-country singer Billy Ed Wheeler and first recorded by Judy Henske in1963, this spirited and soul-filled version by Bed-Stuy crown jewel Richie Havens on his debut LP Mixed Bag is the version that captured my attention (and Jimi Hendrix's as well, apparently). Propelled by drummer Bill LaVorgna, bass ace Harvey Brooks, and the fleet-fingered licks of electric guitarist Howard Collins, Havens indeed takes flight, though his mind seems preoccupied with troubles below.
Willie Nelson—"I Never Cared For You"
Willie Nelson first recorded this song in 1963 for Monument Records, but it's the Daniel Lanois-produced version on Teatro, with sublime backing vocals from Emmylou Harris, that blew my mind. It captures the vibe of the lyrics perfectly: "The sun is cold as ice and gives no warmth at all. The sky was never blue. The stars are raindrops searching for a place to fall, and I never cared for you." Definitely not a wedding song.
Gerry Rafferty—"Mary Skeffington"
Many know Gerry Rafferty from his group Stealers Wheels and their hit, "Stuck in the Middle," but Rafferty notable offerings are numerous, including this exquisitely crafted pre-Stealers track from the LP Can I Have My Money Back? Rafferty's gift for twisting melodies and touching lyrics are on full display here: "Mary Skeffington, close your eyes and make believe that you are just a girl again. Go to sleep tonight, dream of days when you had something there to light the way."
Nick Drake—"Saturday Sun"
While attending the University Of Cambridge, Nick Drake's guitar songwriting skills got him signed to Island Records at 20 years old. Soon after he released his first album, the baroque masterpiece Five Leaves Left. With Drake on piano here instead of his regular Guild acoustic guitar, and supported by Pentangle bassist Danny Thompson and drummer Tristam Fry, the melancholic songwriter reflects on the rare days of sunshine in England: "Saturday's sun has turned to Sunday's rain." Just a lovely track to leave you with during this rainy February.
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The Last Word: If you love these songs, please buy physical copies if you're able. Spotify, YouTube, and other streaming services are great tools, but streaming doesn't pay artists a living wage. We want these amazing folks to keep making the music we cherish.
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Q: Running OSX MAMP test server on VirtualBox Windows 7 I have MAMP server and several test sites installed on my OSX 10.6.3. I just installed Windows 7 on a VirtualBox virtual machine. I have managed to successfully share folders to the Windows installation, but I am wondering if I can run my MAMP sites in Windows without installing a different Localhost there.
Does anyone know if this is possible? It would be very convenient if I could test my sites in both operating systems all hosted from a single location.

A: I just setup three VirtualBox VMs today specifically for connecting to MAMP on an OS X host. Thought I'd share my method of doing this since it works well for me.
While accessing the localhost via 10.0.2.2 I find using a host only network to be a much more flexible & reliable way to handle scenarios.  You get a another IP address so debugging network issues on a VM can work as well.
First, go to VirtualBox -> Preferences…. Then choose Host-only Networks. You should have a vboxnet0 adapter in place. If not, add one.

Once you are set with that, select the vboxnet0 adapter & click the small yellow screwdriver icon on the right side of that window to edit the options. Under the Adapter pane, set the IPv4 address to 192.168.56.1 & the network mask to 255.255.255.0. Leave the IPv6 area blank. The IPv6 network mask length should be 0.

The DHCP server stuff should be blank, like so.

Okay? Got that set. Now choose your VM. In my example it's the IE8 - Win7 image for web development testing. And click the Settings gear. Then click the Network icon. And now choose Adapter 2. And choose Host-only Adapter from the pull down menu for Attached to:. And then choose vboxnet0 under Name:. The rest of the options should just be the standard options.

Now, when you startup your Windows VM, launch Internet Explorer.  And go to the address:
http://192.168.56.1

With that, you should be set! But if you are used to using Macs, be 100% sure you have the http:// in front of the address. I got embarrassingly stuck when I just entered the straight 192.168.56.1.
And as Jon Jaques says in his answer you can edit the hosts file in Windows to point to the IP address of 192.168.56.1. It will make your life easier & if you know how to setup named virtual hosts in MAMP (not hard) you can setup a few different sites to test via VirtualBox.
Oh, also, if you are used to using your machine name in OS X to connect to MAMP—like with the name LogicArtist.local if that is your machine's name—you are not in any luck. The VirtualBox built in software router claims to pass multicast data, but it doesn't.  Check out this post which explains it in more detail.

In the environment created by VirtualBox there are multiple NICs that
  claim to be multicast capable.  However, they are lying.  Furthermore,
  because of the way VirtualBox assigns metrics, your outgoing socket
  will get assigned to a liar who will happily gobble up your multicast
  messages and not send them on.

Annoying, but you can work around stuff like that by at least editing your hosts file to have an entry for LogicArtist.local like this:
192.168.56.1    LogicArtist.local

Definitely not as elegant as a true multicast address being passed, but at least the brief amount of time you will be spending in Windows to debug things will be made easier but adding that entry.

A: Although this is probably too late for the OP, posting here for others.
If you're just trying to access your Mac localhost, then all you need to type into
the guest os is 10.0.2.2.
If you're trying to access named virtual hosts such as 0.dev or dev.local, then you need to modify the guest os host file to map the domain names to the host os.
In the case of Windows 7, you simply navigate to C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc then modify the hosts file with admin privs.
Inside you will you will see the following line commented out
# 127.0.0.1    localhost

Below it, add entries for each of the virtual hosts you wish to use
10.0.2.2    maclocalhost
10.0.2.2    0.dev
10.0.2.2    dev.local

A: MAMP Pro lets you specify the port for each host. Choose a unique port for your desired host. In your virtual machine simply type http://10.0.2.2:PORTNUMBER and your site will appear. Example: I created a host called localuproar and assigned it port number 9000. In VirtualBox I opened up Internet Explorer and typed http://10.0.2.2:9000, and my site appeared.
You can mess around with hosts files as described in previous posts, but I think it is easier to simply type in a port number.
On a related note, there is a very easy way to create virtual machines for all versions of Internet Explorer (http://osxdaily.com/2011/09/04/internet-explorer-for-mac-ie7-ie8-ie-9-free/):

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*Launch Terminal

*Type this in your terminal window
curl -s https://raw.githubusercontent.com/xdissent/ievms/master/ievms.sh | bash

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Environmental Ethics is the study of the values and moral status of human-environment interactions. Ethicists in the field have several goals; a)to challenge human-centered ways of thinking; b)to explore eco-feminism and social ecology; c)to integrate traditional philosophical models with current environmental issues; and d)to promote an ethical (or at least thoughtful) approach to the environment.
Environmental Ethics is a relatively young field. Since around the 1930's, scientists and other observant people began to seriously worry about the impacts of human activities on the Earth. Interest in these issues became widespread in the 1960's, and in the '70's, Environmental Ethics emerged as an academic field. This is why it's relatively difficult to find an academic program devoted exclusively to Environmental Ethics. Many environmental degree programs, however, offer (or require) classes in the field.
Environmental Ethics is important because its study forces people to consider how their actions affect others and the environment. When people realize their effect, they are more likely to take steps to change uncomfortable behaviors; for instance, they may decide to recycle, to be compassionate towards animals, or to be an advocate for wilderness preservation.
Environmental Ethics is usually a certificate or study area within another academic program, rather than a stand-alone degree. It is usually interdisciplinary in nature, seeking to unify a diversity of viewpoints about environmental issues that involve competing values. An important aspect of your studies would be devoted to defining and defending these values. Students also learn to create solutions that are agreeable to people with different values.
Graduates of Ethics programs should be able to identify and succinctly argue topics in Environmental Ethics; to interpret and criticize the arguments of others; and to analyze problems in the environmental field and be able to propose solutions. Programs in Environmental Ethics usually involve a good deal of writing, editing and reading. Good communications skills are important, as are mediation skills.
Knowledge of environmental ethics issues can be useful in many fields. Academia is one area where it is especially useful. Other job possibilities include being an author, an editor, a journalist, or an activist. Environmental ethics is important for planners, scientists, and politicians, too. Anyone who influences environmental policy or the implementation of environmental programs should have an understanding of the field.
Brennan, Andrew and Yeuk-Sze Lo. "Environmental Ethics," The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. 2002.
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Denise Miller-Jonas Biography
(Mother of Jonas Brothers)
Birthday: July 12, 1966 (Cancer)
Born In: Dallas, Texas
Denise Miller-Jonas, fondly referred as Mama Jonas, is famously known as the mother of the Jonas brothers. Originally from Dallas, Texas, she was a sign language teacher who moved to California after marrying Kevin Jonas Sr. After graduating from high school, Denise wanted to pursue missionary work and started working for Christ the Nations Institute in Dallas as a teacher. After marrying, she traveled along with her husband on his missionary work, thus fulfilling her dream. She settled with her family in Wycoff, California after Kevin Jonas Sr got the job of a senior pastor. In some time, her children formed the sensational boy band 'The Jonas Brothers' and she decided to fully encourage their calling. She traveled with them on their tours when they were minors and undertook other managerial responsibilities. As a result, she was a part of various documentaries and TV series. She also manages the Jonas family-run restaurant 'Neville's Southern Kitchen' and is often the face of it on various media. Owing to the fame of The Jonas Brothers, Mama Jonas is often in the limelight. She is also active on social media with over 216k followers on Instagram.
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After graduating from high school, Denise was eager to serve for her missionary but didn't get a chance to do so. She eventually enrolled in a teaching program and became a sign language teacher at Christ for the Nations Institute, Dallas. She met her future husband, Kevin Jonas Sr., on her first day there and they fell in love with each other. Her life was intertwined with his and she involved herself in his duties. She eventually joined her husband in his preaching and singing.
When Kevin Jonas Sr. was involved in directing a religious music program for the institute, the family traveled together by singing spiritual songs and preaching to the community as they met various students. Their devotion to their faith paid off as her husband soon became a senior pastor and had to move to Wycoff, California. The family decided to settle down there and continue their musical and religious pursuits.
At the same time, Denise's children were also growing popular for their music talent. They were cast in various commercials, plays, and other local events. The boys, Joe, Nick, and Kevin, soon formed a boy band and tried their hand at fame. To support them Denise home-schooled her children and travelled with them everywhere because they were minors. Her belief bore fruits when 'The Jonas Brothers' finally signed a record label. Since then, Mama Jones has been accompanying them on their tours and takes care of her children.
As a result of the popularity of The Jonas Brothers, Mama Jonas has been a part of several TV series and radio shows. She was first seen in the TV series 'Rachel Ray' in 2008. Her next appearance was in the TV series based on reality titled 'Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream' (2008). The series followed the backstage of the Jonas Brothers and includes snippets from their lives with family and friends. Denise went on to appear for over 12 episodes in the series.
She was next seen in the reality documentary series 'Married to Jonas' for E! Network where she played herself as a recurring character in several episodes from 2012 to 2013. The series ran for two seasons. In 2009, she was seen in the documentary titled 'Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience.' Denise, as the mother, was naturally given a sizeable screen time as it unraveled the childhood experiences of the Jonas brothers. Her other television appearances include her in the episode titled 'Another Earth & Jonas Mom' for 'Sidewalks Entertainment' in 2011 and an episode for 'Good Morning America' in 2016.
The Jonas Family also owns the family-run restaurant 'Nellie's Southern Kitchen' in Belmont. Both Kevin Paul Jonas Sr. and Denise Jonas are actively involved in the functioning of this restaurant. In 2017, she was seen on WBTV along with Kristi O' Connor as a representative for the restaurant. Mama Jonas cooked the restaurant's famous dish 'Pimento Cheese' for the viewers. The family remains deeply rooted to their community and often donate to charities. She is associated with the 'Change for the Children' foundation. Mama Jonas is active on Instagram and her Instagram feed constantly features her sons and grandchildren.
Mama Jonas was born as Denise Marie Miller on July 12, 1966 in Dallas, Texas. She grew up in Newburgh and Phoenix. Her father worked for the post office, and her mother worked in a public school. Denise's family converted from Catholicism to non-specified Christianity. Right after completing high school, Denise wanted to immerse herself in missionary work. However, it was only possible after she met Kevin Jonas Sr. The duo married on 18 August, 1985. They are the parents of four children: Kevin Jonas (1987), Joseph Jonas (1989), Nicholas Jonas (1992), and Frankie Jonas (2000). Her daughter-in-law is the TV personality Danielle Jonas (married to Kevin Jonas). Denise is the grandmother to Alena Rose Jonas and Valentina Angelina Jonas. Her son, Nick Jonas recently got engaged to the Indian actress Priyanka Chopra. Her hobbies include reading and traveling. She is a huge fan of the author West Mitchell.
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Wherever you live in the U.S., summer brings with it higher humidity. It's important for you to know how humidity can affect utility costs.
Humidity is the way of measuring the amount of water vapor in the air. When you go outside in the summer, you can feel it on your skin. Adding the humidity to the temperature of the air gives you the "feel like" temperature.
When humidity in your home rises above 40% to 50%, you begin to feel warmer. This is one way humidity can affect your utility costs, because you typically turn up the air conditioning. This causes your unit to run more, thus raising your costs to run it.
Another way humidity can affect utility costs is by making your air conditioning unit run less effectively and efficiently. Even when you turn the unit up, you don't feel as cool when the humidity is high. You consume more energy and your costs rise.
Your air conditioning unit's refrigerant removes the heat from the air blown into your home. The evaporator's outside part causes condensation as the moisture in your home reaches the dew point. High humidity brings more condensation and your unit has to work harder to remove the increased heat caused by condensation.
Once again, humidity can affect utility costs.
What can you do? There are some practical things you can do to decrease how much humidity can affect utility costs.
If you have a crawl space under your home, install a ground-moisture barrier there to decrease interior humidity.
Vent your clothes dryer outside the house.
Don't hang up wet clothes to dry inside your house.
If you don't have fans and vents in your bathrooms and kitchen, install and use them.
When you're cooking, put lids on pots to keep that moisture from adding to interior humidity.
If you have a basement, consider putting a dehumidifier down there. You can see a great difference in comfort in your home, and this should decrease how much humidity can affect utility costs.
If you need help dealing with how humidity can affect utility costs, call a professional who can help you figure out your best options. Call ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS, INC. at 909-985-5613. In business since 1968, they will do the job the right way the first time.


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The Sydney Opera House is one of the worlds most iconic and renowned buildings, and it sits on a peninsula, jutting out of the Sydney Botanical Gardens. The impressive building, designed to look like a boat with sails billowing in the wind, overlooks Sydney's second biggest attraction, Sydney Harbour Bridge and a visit to the Opera House provides an excellent opportunity to photograph two of the areas most prominent and best landmarks.
Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Opera House History
The need for a new music venue came just after the war when spirits were low, and morale was down, as such in 1954 the local government undertook the project to build a fabulous venue, right on the docks. A competition was set up so architects from around the world could submit their design for the new building, Danish architect Jorn Utzon won the bid and in 1959 the Sydney Opera House was complete.
The opera house puts on a number of plays, performances, ballets and musicals throughout the year and there's bound to be something on when you're in town. Alternatively, guided tours around the building are available, and here you'll enjoy access to backstage areas, explore the 300 corridors and visit the performance stage. After, make sure you head to the Opera House Bar located just next door to the venue, for cocktails in the sun!
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Il Rund um Köln 2018, centoduesima edizione della corsa, valevole come evento dell'UCI Europe Tour 2018 categoria 1.1, si svolse il 10 giugno 2018 su un percorso di 207,7 km, con partenza e arrivo a Colonia, in Germania. La vittoria fu appannaggio dell'irlandese Sam Bennett, che completò la gara in 4h 53' 17" alla media di 42,49 km/h precedendo l'estone Mihkel Räim e il polacco Szymon Sajnok.

Al traguardo di Colonia 111 ciclisti, dei 142 alla partenza, portarono a termine la competizione.

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Mushrooms are the fruits par excellence of autumn, stand out because they have a lot of benefits, from a nutritional point of view. They stand out for their richness in proteins of high biological value, and they possess an important proportion of mineral salts among others.
It is a fungus from Asia, very popular mainly in the easternmost part of the continent (China, Korea, Japan, …). It has been consumed for thousands of years and is attributed substantial nutritional and therapeutic properties. Its macronutrient content is high relative to other foods.
It is characterized by having a yellow hat and a long white foot, much appreciated by gourmets . Its name is because it grows at the foot of poplars taking advantage of the humidity that generates this in the area.


The Bengal was once a rare and sought-after breed but over the last two decades it has seen a meteoric rise in popularity. The UK's main cat registry, the GCCF, registered only four Bengals in 1991, but the breed is now our third most popular cat with only British Shorthairs and Siamese ahead of it and popular breeds like the Persian further down the list. The Bengal cat owes its existence to one Jean Mill, a California-based cat breeder. In her younger years Mill had studied genetics and written a paper on hybrid cats and went on to gain experience of developing a new feline variety when she was one of the first people to breed Colourpoint Persians. In 1963 her interest in small species of wild feline led her to purchase an Asian Leopard Cat, a species of dramatically spotted cat. Fearing that her exotic acquisition was lonely, she let her black tomcat into the enclosure to keep her company. Much to Mill's surprise, the cats mated and produced an inter-species hybrid kitten, who was given the name Kin-Kin. Later, with Professor Willard Centrewall, she commenced a breeding programme using the hybrids to introduce the wild patterns to domestic cats. The first three generations directly descending from an Asian Leopard Cat were considered to be wild cat hybrids, but by the fourth generation the amount of 'wild blood' was reduced to such an extent that the cats could be considered as domestic cats and be mated together. They chose the name 'Bengal' for the exciting new breed because the Asian Leopard Cat's taxonomical name is 'Felis Bengalensis'. The first Bengals in Britain were registered with the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in 1991.
Good-natured and kittenish, communicating with a chirruping trill.
Bengals are spotted tabby or marbled tabby and either brown or snow. The eye colour is hazel, gold or green, plus blue-green or blue in snows.


Discounter Ollie's was selected to purchase stores on Ritchie Highway in Glen Burnie and in Valley Mall in Hagerstown, according to documents filed Wednesday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Richmond, Va.
A bid for Toys "R" Us in Tollgate Marketplace in Bel Air was awarded to center landlord RPAI, court documents show. Ollie's was picked as a backup bidder for the Bel Air store.
All bids require bankruptcy court approval. A court hearing on the sales is set for June 25 in Richmond.
Bids were awarded in the June 11 auction for a total of 53 Toys "R" Us locations across the U.S. to both landlords and retailers. Other retailers besides Ollie's that plan to take over toy store space include Big Lots, Scandinavian Designs, Ashley Furniture and Burlington.
In the Baltimore region, Ollie's has stores in Dundalk, Jessup, Aberdeen and on Liberty Road in Baltimore.


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Pakistan seeks peace with anti-China Baloch rebels
When Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan pledged recently to start talks with Balochistan's entrenched and restive armed insurgents, it was not clear he was moved by the economically deprived and politically emasculated state of the nation's largest province.
Nor was his outreach likely motivated by any assessment long-active Baloch insurgent groups had become too weak to continue their hit-and-run campaign.
Instead, his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government appears to have belatedly awakened to the grave threat the rising Baloch insurgency poses to the China and Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and how the security and political situation in Balochistan could deteriorate in the wake of the Taliban's resurgence in next-door Afghanistan.
The province, with its strategic port of Gwadar where China is pouring in billions of dollars in investment funds, is a vital territory within the wider US$60 billion CPEC.
At the same time, Balochistan has also historically been a secure political base for the Afghan Taliban's leadership, or Quetta Shura, and is now arguably turning into a confluence area of religiously inspired militancy and long-standing ethnic insurgency.
This makes it an extraordinarily sensitive region for Pakistan, as widespread instability leaking out of Afghanistan could provide new fuel for disgruntled Baloch groups to revamp their militias and up their separatist campaign.
While rooted in grievances against the Pakistani state, insurgents have recently targeted Chinese nationals and the CPEC more broadly as associated with Islamabad.
Many analysts and political leaders in Pakistan believe widespread militant and ethnic insurgency could ultimately force China out of Balochistan, which would deal a serious blow to Pakistan's efforts to revamp its economy.
That campaign is ramping up. Two Pakistan military personnel, including a captain, were killed on July 15 in a blast in Balochistan's Pasni district, 126 kilometers east of the Gwadar port.
On July 14, a separate bus blast in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed at least 13 people, including nine Chinese nationals. While China was quick to call it a bomb attack, Pakistani authorities continue to insist that it was a vehicle failure.
On April 21, a car bomb at the luxury Serena Hotel in Quetta killed five people and injured 12. The Pakistan Taliban claimed responsibility and said police and other officials were the target.
While the Pakistan-based Tehreek-i-Taliban and Baloch insurgent groups do not share any ideological affinity, recent months have seen an increasing number of attacks by both groups on CPEC-related projects.
While the apparent bus attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province highlights the Tehreek-i-Taliban's focus on the CPEC, Baloch insurgents, too, see CPEC as manifesting and perpetuating what they view as "Chinese imperialism" in Balochistan, which they claim comes at the expense of the indigenous population.
In June 2020, the Balochistan Liberation Army attacked the Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi where a number of Chinese companies involved in the CPEC are based. In 2017, a consortium of Chinese companies bought a 40% stake in the Pakistan Stock Exchange, making it their hub in the heart of Pakistan's most important financial city.
The attack was a manifestation of the somewhat newly formed Baloch National Freedom Movement's anti-CPEC focus.
Continuing the trend, at least 14 security men including seven personnel of the Frontier Corps were killed in October 2020 in an armed attack on their convoy on the coastal highway in the Ormara area of Gwadar district.
In March 2021, Baloch armed men attacked a vehicle transporting Pakistan navy personnel, killing at least one and wounding two.
To be sure, Baloch insurgent groups are not the only group targeting the province. In recent months, there have been at least a dozen attacks in Balochistan by the Tehreek-i-Taliban, underscoring how the province's security situation is deteriorating in the wake of Afghanistan's intensifying civil war.
On July 14, a widely shared video on social and digital media showed a pro-Taliban rally in Balochistan's capital, Quetta. With people carrying guns and praising Taliban victories in Afghanistan, the rally not only confirms a very visible Taliban presence in the province, but also shows the group's growing tendency to project its power through political and militant means.
Some political leaders and security officials in Pakistan suggest the Taliban's success in Afghanistan could actually augur well for Pakistan's struggle against Baloch insurgents, as Pakistan could leverage its influence on the Taliban to force Afghanistan-based Baloch militant groups out of their territory.
However, the suggestion overlooks the fast-changing dynamics of Pakistan's traditional ties with the Afghan Taliban.
In a recent private briefing given to parliament, Pakistan's top military officials reportedly described the Tehreek-i-Taliban and the Afghan Taliban as two sides of the same coin, indicating a growing divergence between the two militant groups in the wake of Pakistan's calculated distancing from a Taliban walkover in Afghanistan.
In the wake of growing militant activity in Balochistan, "it is rational for the government to try and make peace with at least one of the perpetrators," a ruling party leader told Asia Times on the condition of anonymity.
Baloch insurgent groups are the logical choice because Pakistan sees them as the main perpetrators of attacks on CPEC projects. As several analysts have noted, a tacit alliance between Baloch insurgent groups and the Taliban could significantly damage the project and with it Pakistan's fragile alliance with China.
A peace agreement with Baloch insurgents would greatly release security pressure on Pakistan and allow it instead to focus on the rising threat emerging from Afghanistan.
As such, Pakistan is considering including Beijing in its talks with Baloch militant groups, with a view to addressing the Baloch insurgent groups' concerns about China's control over their claimed resources, including the port of Gwadar.
But can Pakistan ensure this initiative does not end up as yet another entry on the long list of failed attempts to address Baloch concerns?
If the past is prologue, promises of development packages will not change Balochistan's ground realities. As history shows, only by addressing the core Baloch demand for meaningful political, administrative and fiscal autonomy within the federation can Pakistan ameliorate the situation in a province that has been restive since its accession to Pakistan in 1948.
While Baloch nationalist, militant and political groups have long demanded de-militarization of the province, reconciliation with these groups at this stage – especially, if it addresses some of the core Baloch demands related to provincial autonomy – would allow Pakistan to deploy resources and forces to the rising threat of the Taliban's religiously inspired transnational terrorism.
For the talks to succeed, Pakistan needs to engage genuine Baloch political leaders, not known state proxies, such as Shahzain Bugti, who have no real political rapport with Baloch insurgents. Instead, Islamabad must involve known Baloch leaders, including Dr Abdul Malik, Balochistan's former chief minister and a known champion of provincial autonomy.
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U.S. travel warning on Mexico lists specific violent areas
By Hugo Martín, Los Angeles Times
Feb. 9, 2012 12 AM PT
The U.S. State Departmenthas issued an updated travel warning for tourists planning to visit Mexico, adding more detailed information on drug violence on a state-by-state and city-by-city basis.
The new warning comes in response to concerns by Mexico tourism officials, who worried that previous travel warnings scared off U.S. tourists by generalizing about the threat of crime violence in Mexico.
Mexican officials welcomed the update.
"The Mexico Tourism Board has long advocated for travel advisories which abide by three key [tenets]: context, clarity and specificity," said Rodolfo Lopez-Negrete, the tourism board's chief operating officer. "The revised U.S. State Department travel advisory regarding Mexico adheres to these principles and should serve as a model for the rest of the world."
U.S. travelers make up about 60% of Mexico's 22.4 million international visitors, according to Mexican authorities.
The latest warning says 47,515 people were killed in narcotics-related violence in Mexico between Dec. 1, 2006, and Sept. 30, 2011. The number of U.S. citizens reported to the State Department as murdered in Mexico jumped to 120 last year from 35 in 2007.
But, the warning says, tourist destinations are typically not the center of narco-traffic violence.
The last travel warning issued on Mexico, in April, mentioned several states where violence could pose a threat to tourists and generally warned travelers to stay clear of the northern border states.
In contrast, the travel warning issued Wednesday details recent drug-related violence in several individual states and cities. The report can be found on the State Department's website.
For example, for the state of Aguascalientes in central Mexico, the warning says: "You should defer non-essential travel to the areas of the state that border the state of Zacatecas. The security situation along the Zacatecas border continues to be unstable and gun battles between criminal groups and authorities occur. Concerns include roadblocks placed by individuals posing as police or military personnel and recent gun battles between rival [transnational criminal organizations] involving automatic weapons."
The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board issued a statement Thursday, noting that the travel warning does not mention drug-violence problems for the coastal city in the southern state of Jalisco.
"Puerto Vallarta continues to be one of the safest destinations for international travelers," the tourism board said.
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Rumour that the war had ended
Stories from across the years.
125 Years Ago - 1893
We are informed by the Otley Postmaster that Otley is at last to enjoy increased postal facilities. Foremost amongst these is is an additional despatch for letters and parcels at 12.40pm, which will ensure delivery the same night in London, the Midlands and all West Riding towns.
At the Otley Police Court on Tuesday morning last Thomas Walsh, a hawker, was sentenced to 14 days imprisonment for the theft of a pair of spectacles.
Whatever may be the underlying motive of Germany's acceptance of President Wilson's fourteen peace points, there is no doubt that in a military sense she has been forced into a tight corner, and sees disaster near at hand. Therefore the Allies would be doing a very foolish and unwise thing in agreeing to an armistice at such a stage, and under such circumstances. They would be simply cutting their own throats. Unless Germany is rendered powerless and impotent we have no guarantee that she will not again embark upon a similar career of murder and outrage.
A rumour gained world-wide currency on Wednesday that Germany had capitulated and that the Kaiser had abdicated. News to this effect was published in the Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant, and found its way into the House of Commons very early, where for some hours confirmation was eagerly awaited. A notice was posted during the afternoon at the local "Information Bureau" in Brook Street, stating that great news was awaiting confirmation, with the instructions to all and sundry to "get ready to throw your caps up."
75 Years Ago - 1943
Official notification has been received by Mr. and Mrs. Walter Driver Denison, Harper Rock, Yeadon, that their eldest son, Ordinary Seaman Driver Denison (19), of the Royal Navy, has been "killed on war service." He joined the Royal Navy as a volunteer two days after reaching his eighteenth birthday.
L/Cpl. Martin Rafferty, son of Mr and Mrs J. Rafferty, of 34, Albion Street, has sent us a description of Sicily and some of the fighting out there. Writing on the eve of the Sicilian collapse, he says: "At last one can relax, and enjoy the peace of this interesting isle. The rapidity of our advance has been quite a contrast to our previous experiences of warfare, and it was indeed a great surprise on our landing to have the hospitality of the Sicilian, and be cordially greeted as liberators.
News about the swimming bath was brought to a meeting of the Board of Governors at Ilkley Grammar School.Mr. Hughes said the caretaker had been driven back by fumes when he went into the boiler house, and after calling the experts in he had been told only that day that when the bath went out of order some 12 months ago the chlorination plant had not been sealed off. As a result they were now left with a fairly extensive programme and it seemed the bath must now be out of order for an indefinite period.
Addingham Parish Council, it is believed, has held its meeting in the Old School of Main Street ever since it came into being with the Local Government Act of 1894. Now it is to move down the road to the Memorial Hall. There it will be able to discuss its business in the improved circumstances of better lighting, better seating and better acoustic.
Ilkley Grammar School has suffered the wrath of education minister John Patten for breaking the law. Governors are in trouble for failing to provide adequate religious education at a time when the Secretary of State is keen to raise the profile of the subject. Only two weeks age Mr Patten warned schools not to slacken with RE provision.
Up to the minute information on rail and bus services will soon be available at the touch of a button for Ilkley commuters - one of the first towns in West Yorkshire to be allocated such a facility. The days of scouring noticeboards are numbered following the approval of plans to install a £5,000 computerised passenger terminal at the transport interchange in the town.
Peace Day in Ilkley
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Rejoicing in Ilkley to celebrate peace
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Q: How to appropriately choose the window for calculating rolling mean and std? I am checking my data for stationarity. I have a time series with daily data between 1986 and 2019. I would like to know what is the right way to choose the window for the rolling mean and std. I was thinking 252 - the number of business days a year, but I am not sure if this is too big a period.

A: There are various factors to be considered before choosing the correct time time for rolling mean (moving average). First you should have a clear aim (forecasting, smoothing, etc). Mostly people use it for forecasting in stock prices (thus i assume you have daily data for a stock/commodity/trade-able product and you would like to predict its prices using rolling mean.
Check out the seasonality component and how much fluctuation is happening in the data and if by observation you can see that if has a cycle of say 2 months (60 days, or approx 50 working days) then your period of rolling mean should be lesser than it.
In short there is not sure shot formula for finding the period of most suitable rolling mean to be used, and there is subjectivity involved in it.


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Things You Need to Know About Saint Patrick's Day
HomeGardenThings You Need to Know About Saint Patrick's Day
This culture is originated by the Irish peoples now it's globally celebrated. During the fifth century in Ireland it is associated by Saint Patrick who ministered Christianity. The main credited given to the saint Patrick that he was a Christian missionary who converted the Irish people into Christianity. This event held on 17 March, it's a religious celebration with the memory of Saint Patrick. The day of festival of the Patrick. The traditional date of his death is AD 385-461. Another historian says that the true color of Saint Patrick was not a green color it was lighter blue color that we can see still n the flag of ancient Irish flags.
Mostly on that day peoples loves to eat corned beef and cabbage, and Irish Soda bread. Saint Patrick thought to wear the green dress that made one invisible to leprechauns; it's like fairy creature that can see to others, people would start pinching to other people who didn't wear the green dress. Many countries celebrated that day especially the Irish community. Peoples would like to wear green color items.Following countries celebrates that day United Kingdom, Canada, United States, Brazil, Argentina, Australia and New Zealand; they celebrate that day as a festival.
In Northern Ireland there is a bank holiday but not in all the countries therefore the parking or traffic issues can be little affected on parks where the parades going to held. Irish brand Drinks are famous for that day peoples would like to drink. Green clothes with Religious Symbol include snakes are the beauty of the festival.
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GIVE UP GAIN_Lord, change our goals.
will I live a self-life or a sent-life?
am I willing to give up everything?
what will I let Him change?
…because even the most loose figures estimate that 4.5 billion people on earth are lost – they simply have not found their way in this life, which is in Christ. Either they do not follow Jesus or have not even had the chance to hear about and know His love.
…because we won't lose out on a thing – but those around us may gain abundant life.
In Luke 12:33, Jesus taught that His followers should sell their possessions and give their gain to the poor. Read that verse again on your own. And reread it. And reread it. Stare at it if need be.
33 "Sell your possessions and give to those in need. This will store up treasure for you in heaven! And the purses of heaven never get old or develop holes. Your treasure will be safe; no thief can steal it and no moth can destroy it.
QUESTION – Did Jesus really mean that? Let's say He did not. Then what does that mean if it does not mean what it says? Let's say He did. Then, will I ask Him for wisdom to live it and surrender to Him to make the necessary changes in my life to live it?
Are you in? Let's commit to pray this week together, asking for wisdom and voicing our willingness to surrender even though we are not exactly sure what that exactly means.
Huddle up with your family or your friends and discuss these two questions: "If we began to sell our possessions and give to the poor, what do you think would count as a "want" possession and a "need" possession? Would you be willing to go without those if you knew that because of it a homeless person would have clean clothes to wear or a local family who was jobless would have groceries to eat or a girl across the world would be freed from slavery or a little boy in Latin America would have rice to eat and could attend school?
Continue that discussion over these next 4 weeks, and let's grow together to GIVE UP our gain, our interests, our vices, and our everything.
Be looking for the 2nd devo of the week soon! Praying for you and all of us together as we listen and learn and live His ways. I love you guys!
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Russia is such a vast and large country, and there are so many pockets of different cultures spread throughout the nation. It's important to understand and appreciate the different customs and cultures of other nations and broaden your knowledge. By learning about Russian customs and folk traditions, you increase your understanding of this fascinating country.
There are so many things that we do differently to the Russians, and this is the beauty of travel. We can journey to different places and experience new things, and this is much easier to do than it ever used to be. If you want to get more of a handle on Russia, you need to understand some of their folk traditions, and these are some of the most interesting we discovered.
Perhaps one of the most recognizable cultural symbols of Russia is the Matryoshka doll. These are wooden, decorated dolls that fit inside one another. These nesting dolls are a big part of Russian culture and folklore, and they are symbolically representative of Russia as a nation, and of the family values within Russian culture. Originally first made in 1890, the dolls are hugely popular souvenirs, and continue to be a symbol of Russia to this day.
Russians are very superstitious, and they place a lot of value on having the right preparation and carrying out funeral traditions properly. There is a big focus on preparing the departed person for the afterlife. This includes washing and changing them, as well as dressing them in white robes. A belt is placed around the waist to act as a symbol of protection against evil spirits, and the person will be laid out in their home for three days before the funeral commences.
Another ubiquitous part of Russian culture is the samovar – a device used to heat and boil water for tea. It is far more elegant and rudimentary than a kettle and does a much better job of sitting in the middle of the table so the family can sit around and drink tea together while they talk. Traditionally Russians believed the samovar to have a soul on account of the singing noise it made when the water was brought to the boil. Because of the shape of it, and the acoustics, it makes a sound that's similar to singing that's surprising the first time you hear it.
In the Western world we celebrate Christmas on December 25th, however, this is not the case in Russia. The Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas on January 7th, with long services taking place on Christmas Eve (6th Jan). On Christmas Eve families celebrate with what is called a Holy Supper, and consists of 12 courses, to mark the 12 apostles. Some families will then elect to return to church for further celebrations!
As you can see, the Russians have plenty of folk and cultural traditions that are rather different from what we might be used to. This is part of their culture, and it has been for years, and it's interesting to note some of the differences. For instance, it's curious that they celebrate Christmas in January, despite sharing many similarities with the Western world.


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Home Arts and Life What to Do In Waco this Week: March 20–22
What to Do In Waco this Week: March 20–22
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Free concert: Faculty recital at McLennan Community College. Free | 6 – 9 p.m. at the MCC Music & Theatre Arts Building, 1400 College Dr.
Spectacular Circus: Carden International Circus is coming to Waco with animals and other events. $9-18 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Blvd.
Hayes Carll & James Ingram: Two great songwriters join forces for a live acoustic show. $20 – $42 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Hippodrome Theatre, 724 Austin Avenue
Common Grounds Concert: Dan Layus of Augustana (alternative rock). $15-$18 | Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at Common Grounds, 1123 S 8th St
Live music at Don Carlos: Fenix Theory (rock). | 6:30 p.m. at Don Carlos, 4651 I-35 Frontage Rd.
Common Grounds Concert: Thomas Csorba (Americana). $10-$13 | Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at Common Grounds, 1123 S 8th St.
Table Toppers Annual Fundraiser: Local business Table Toppers is celebrating their 27th annual fundraiser event, where local designers, businesses, organizations and schools have decorated tables. There will also be live artists, music and auctions. Proceeds benefit the Art Center. Tickets from $70 | 10 a.m. at the Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Ave.
Deep in the Heart Film Festival: See central Texas indie films and talk with attending directors, actors, writers and filmmakers. $5 student tickets, $100 all-access pass | Various events will occur from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Waco Hippodrome, 724 Austin Ave. A full schedule of events is available on their website at www.deepintheheartff.com
Baylor Theatre Presents Romeo and Juliet: Shakespeare's story about a long feud between the Montague and Capulet families with tragic results for the main characters. $20 | March 20–24 at 7:30 p.m. March 24 & 25 at 2:00 p.m. in the Jones Theatre, 60 Baylor Ave.
Beall Poetry Festival: A three-day celebration of some of the finest contemporary poets, with readings, a panel discussion and the Virginia Beall Ball Lecture on Contemporary Poetry. | March 21-23.
Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition: The exhibition opens at 5:30 p.m. with a reception, including remarks by the juror and a student award ceremony. Exhibit open through April 15. Free | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday. at the Martin Museum of Art, 60 Baylor Ave.
Deep in the Heart Film Festival: See central Texas indie films and talk with attending directors, actors, writers and filmmakers. $5 student tickets, $100 all-access pass | Various events will occur between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. at the Waco Hippodrome, 724 Austin Ave. A full schedule of events is available on their website at www.deepintheheartff.com
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Home › Media & Culture › Books › Israeli Court Whitewashes Military Role in Murder of American Activist
Israeli Court Whitewashes Military Role in Murder of American Activist
By The Red Phoenix on September 4, 2012 • ( 0 )
Rachel Aliene Corrie
No Justice for Martyred Internationalist
On 28 August 2012, an Israeli court in Haifa rejected charges that the Israeli Defense Forces or Israel's Ministry of Defense were in any way responsible for the killing of American internationalist and solidarity activist Rachel Corrie in 2003.
In a widely televised and reported event, Ms. Corrie, a member of the International Solidarity Movement, an organization which calls for non-violent protest against the Israeli military in the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip, was crushed to death by an Israeli Defense Force bulldozer that was demolishing Palestinian homes in retaliation for the acts of "terrorists." As photographs taken by eyewitnesses demonstrate, Ms. Corrie, who was wearing a fluorescent jacket and speaking into a megaphone at the time, was deliberately run over by the bulldozer's driver.
Ms. Corrie's murder sparked worldwide outrage against the Israeli regime and demands that those responsible be held accountable for their acts. The Haifa court's decision makes it extremely unlikely that any justice will be had.
In the years since her killing, Rachel Corrie has been the subject of numerous posthumous tributes and memorials, including a successful play, My Name is Rachel Corrie, directed by British actor Alan Rickman. Let Me Stand Alone, a collection of Ms. Corrie's writings was published by W. W. Norton and Company in 2008.
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When Does The Mirage Volcano Erupt – Las Vegas
August 6, 2021 January 29, 2021 by Steve
Not many hotels have their very own Volcano, in fact, we can only think of one, to be honest, and that is the Mirage Las Vegas. Of Course, the Volcano is not a real Magma Spewing work of nature but instead a light, fire, and water show that takes place every evening in front of the Mirage Hotel Las Vegas.
If you are staying in the Mirage then seeing the Volcano erupting every night is one of the highlights of staying there but people not staying at the Mirage may still want to come and see this nightly spectacular. in which case you might night to know a little about the show such as when does the Mirage Volcano Rerupt? How long the show is? Where to get the best view and what exactly to expect so you can decide if the show is worth the effort of heading over to the Mirage. Our guide answers all those questions and more with everything you need to know about the Mirage Volcano.
Mirage Volcano by Nandaro on CC3.0
What is the Mirage Volcano Show?
The Mirage Volcano is a light, Fire, and Fountain show that mimics the Eruption of a Small Volcanic vent, similar to the kind of vents that open up on Hawaiian Volcanoes or other Polynesian Volcanic Islands.
Lava is simulated using water that is bathed in red light and is quite convincing as a Lava Substitute. Mist effects are used, again with lighting to replicate smoke and ash, while glowing rivers of lava flow down the sides of the cone. Huge bursts of fire from natural gas jets add authentic heat and drama to the proceedings while an array of smaller fire jets light up the lake surrounding the Lava Cone.
While the show is far less flamboyant and spectacular than the Bellagio Fountains, the effects are really pretty cool and most people are pleasantly impressed by the show. In our opinion, it's well worth checking out and worth the trip over to the Mirage for, even better if you are in the area for other reasons. It's only a short walk from the Forum Shops, The Linq Promenade, the Grand Canal Shoppes, and even the Bellagio fountains. So there are lots of reasons to be in the area
When Does the Mirage Volcano Erupt?
The Volcano Erupts every Hour on the Hour on every evening the Mirage is open. For many years this has simply been every night, however, due to the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Mirage is only Open Thursday – Sunday meaning there are no Volcano Shows on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Nights. Expect these to resume as demand picks back up for Vegas Accommodation
Mirage Volcano Time Schedule:
Thursday to Sunday – 4 Shows Nightly
How Long does the Eruption Last?
The Show is around 4 minutes long in total. From an ominous beginning to the spectacular finale, here is what to expect from the Mirage Volcano during those 4 Minutes:
The Show starts with mild glowing, steam venting, ominous rumbling, and menacing tribal music emanating from the Volcano, as the show gets started. After a minute or so this has built the tension up to a crescendo and the first major eruption takes place spewing Lava, Fire, and smoke up into the air.
A lave fountain effect now takes over as the lava bubbles up from the vent with intermittent fire effects. As the soundtrack featuring The Grateful Dead's Mickey Hart and Zakir Hussain (Tabla Drummer Virtuosa) kicks into gear the Fire effects spread across the lake as the show enters its climactic phase.
As the Drum tempo reaches its peak the Volcano erupts in gigantic fashion before falling quieter, but this is simply a lull before the final eruptions that features a giant fireball reminiscent of refinery Gas Explosion! The heat from this is incredible from the sidewalk and elicits many a cry of shock and awe from the spectators. The final flurry is the finale and the Volcano returns to deep sleep, ready to erupt again in 56 minutes' time for a fresh audience.
Video of the Entire Eruption Show
Where to Get he best View of the Mirage Volcano?
It is not difficult to get a great view of the Show. The sidewalk directly in front of the Volcano is wide and has viewing points providing clear and unobstructed views of the Volcano Show. There is a covered overlook out ide the Mirage Lobby or you can even book a Volcano View Room and watch the Show in Comfort!
There are Sidewalks all around the Volcano and you can stand and watch the show at any location you like, however, some points are better than others.
Directing in front of the volcano is the largest and closest to the action. From here you will really feel the heat and get the most dramatic experience. However, you will not be alone and this is easily the most crowded. Get there early and stake out a spot and you will be rewarded with the best show. But his does mean spending quite a while doing nothing while you wait for the show to start. Latecomers will also cram in around you as the hour draw near!
We have highlighted orange viewpoints on the map. These are great spots that still give unobstructed views and are likely less crowded. These you can rock up late and still get a great view. The lower orange area highlighted on the map is particularly good for photographers or videographers. If you are looking to set up a Tripod the Green Zone will just be too busy and you can expect to get the tripod kicked (possibly accidentally!) and your shot ruined!
The area directly in front of the Lobby is also a VERY popular spot. This seems like it should be a green zone, an elevated, clear, unobstructed view of the show! The problem is this elevated view is just not quite as effective as having the Cone erupt over your head. Seeing into the Fountain takes a little of the magic away, and while it's a great view it's just not quite as good as being right in the furnace-like the Green Zone below.
Volcano View Room
You can of course book a Volcano View room and then enjoy the show from the comfort of your own hotel room. However, the truth is, this is not a very good option. The views from the Volcano View rooms are not as great as you imagine. They look out over the casino rooftop and atrium with the Volcano far in the distance.
The joy of the volcano is feeling the heat of the fire and the booming of the sounds effects. This is all lost from the distance of the room and all you really get is a small fountain and light show. It's definitely worth taking a trip down to see it in person. The rooms offer a good view in general, it's just not a great way to view the Volcano!
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For a front-row spot right by the rial in the Green Zone, you will need to arrive early! How early? well, people will start staking out spots a good 30 mins before the show. You can normally still find a spot with 15 mins to go unless it's a very busy time. This will also vary depending on which show. The first and last (7 and 10 pm) are usually not as busy as the middle two shows.
The natural gas used originally had a certain aroma to it, one of rotten eggs, that was not exactly popular, if quite authentic. To counter this the gas was processed and the egg smell removed. They didn't stop there though they replaced this offputting aroma with the most tropical scent they could think of, Pina-Colada! it's very faint and you probably wouldn't notice it but once you know you can just pick up the tropical pineapple and coconut notes wafting through the air. FYI, real volcanos do not smell like this!
The best Photo opportunities are not actually in the best viewing zones. While grabbing a quick snap is fine if you want to get anything a bit more artistic then you cannot set up a tripod in the busiest sections, they will just get kicked. instead, filter out to the edges away from the crowd and use your lenses to get close. The area right near the Mirage Exit road is perfect. Unfortunately, these shots will frame the Volcano with Treasure island in the shot, not the Mirage but it's still a great shot. On the other side of the volcano, the shot frames the Mirage but you lose a lot of interest in the fire lake.
The First show of the evening, especially in the Summer actually takes place when it is still just light. This makes things slightly easier shooting photos and adds a different ambiance to the show.
When the show first opened it was a real spectacle but the company behind it, WET has gone on to create some simply mind-blowing fountain attractions since that left the Mirage Volcano trailing in their wake. Not least the next-door-but-one, Bellagio Fountains! WET however came back to the Mirage and vastly upgraded and improved the Show. While it still is a long way behind the Bellagio Fountains it is an impressive, unique, and memorable Show, not to be missed.
The Soundtrack is performed by two, very different, legends of the drumming world. First up is Mickey Hart, the drummer from the Grateful Dead. Lending a hand to the less well-known but insanely talented Zakir Hussain using the highly tribal-sounding Tabla Drums. This is not the first time the duo had worked together, having released tracks from the album Planet Drum. Zakir has also created songs for many films including apocalypse now. The eerie and haunting drumming soundtrack massively enhances the show!
Have you visited the Volcano at the Mirage? How did you find the Show? Where did you view the show from and how big were the crowds? If you have something to share about the Mirage Volcano please fire away in the comments and again any questions just leave a comment.
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Stampede has started already. Calgary Stampede is the signature event of the year for Calgary. 10 days of cowboys and craziness. Haven't dropped down to the Stampede grounds. Might be a bit interesting seeing as this year is the Centennial celebration. There's also all the food trucks that will be down on the grounds, but also all the crazy foods. I'll probably skip the donut hamburger (ewww), but might try a few other foodies.


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On the day after every mayoral election in Ottawa since the first year he won, current Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson's tradition is to have lunch at the Tim Hortons in Carleton's Residence Commons. Many students who approach him ask why he's there, of all places, right after his win.
"I'm showing up as a symbol. Just because the election's over doesn't mean my connection with Carleton is over," he said. Continue reading →
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Finding the medicine cabinet in your backyard
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While dandelions and weeds are often something we aim to get rid of, Robert -McQueen actively searches for them, teaching others about their medicinal value. Last Wednesday evening he led a workshop on how to heal with herbs and based on the turnout, he's not the only one who looks for dandelions.
Rob McQueen leading the workshop on medicinal herbs at Queens Park on Aug. 27.
The herb class, which was originally to be held at East Village Arts Collective on Dundas street, was relocated to Queens Park because of an unexpectedly large turnout of about 60 participants.
Many participants came with sample weeds from their gardens, to confirm what it was and what it can be used for. McQueen said identification is the first step.
"Identify, know what it's for and know your body," he said.
McQueen, who has been studying medicinal herbs for 50 years, first learned their value when he was 12 and suffering from ringworm scabs. After many unsuccessful trips to the doctor, he noted the cows on his farm didn't get ringworm in the spring when they ate grass. So he dug up some grasses and herbs, ate them, and after two weeks he said his scabs were gone.
Bakery's recipes unveiled in teaching workshops
The Artisan Bakery is planning to share some of its famous bread and pastry recipes in the launch of their own food education centre, the Artisan Bakery Workshop, set to open Sept. 1.
From sessions for children to baking for young families, Theo and Gerda Korthof said they will have it all.
"We will have sessions for baking sour dough, decorating cakes and making pastries and pretzels," said Gerda, explaining how lessons will vary from two hours to two days, depending on the recipes.
Theo and Gerda Korthof (centre) and two employees in the new workshop.
For Theo, the idea to add an educational aspect to the bakery is rooted in a larger issue.
"The loss of the entire food industry has been very neglected. Have a feast and you can get it cheap, but you don't want to know what's in it," he said.
With many bakers reverting to pre-mixes to save time and adding chemicals to make bread last longer, Theo said the trade of baking is being lost.
"I want to teach because I want people to understand what good food really is. We need to have something to let people know what bread is all about."
The Youth Vote: Will this election be different?
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With education costs and youth employment rates on the table, Ontario youth leaders are working to encourage other young people to get out to the polls on June 12.
"There is a lot at stake in this election," said Michelle Johnston, president of the Ontario Young Liberals. "I think a lot of people view politics as a separate entity in life that they can choose to acknowledge or not, but when you drill down you realize that it is real life."
Chantelle Ivanski and Will Cockrell, members of the Western NDP club, are casting a ballot June 12 and advocating for the importance of the youth vote in the upcoming election.
Johnston became involved in government after beginning her political science degree at the University of Toronto.
Changes to tuition grants, OSAP funding and minimum wage are a few of the issues directly affecting students in the upcoming election. Johnston emphasized the need for a personal student connection to these kinds of specific issues. This connection is key to increasing youth voter turnout, she said, a number that has been low in the past, but one Johnston said is changing.
According to Elections Canada, about 34 per cent of youth aged 18-24 voted in the 2008 federal election and 39 per cent in 2011.
U of T researchers bring invisibility cloak to life
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The cloak works by preventing light rays from bouncing off the material. (Photo courtesy Marit Mitchell, U of T)
Two University of Toronto researchers have created an invisibility cloaking system, sparking the imagination of Harry Potter and science fiction fans alike.
Electrical and computer engineering professor George Eleftheriades, and his PhD student Michael Selvanayagam published their design of the cloaking system in the Physical Review X scientific journal Nov. 12.
Pride London Festival: Draping the city in rainbows
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Participants of the Pride London Festival hold a banner and show off their rainbow colours. Photo by Erica Howes
The morning of July 28, downtown London, Ont. came alive in rainbow colours. With over 700 registered floats and thousands of Londoners showing support, it was the largest Pride Parade the city has ever seen.
Andrew Rosser, president of the Pride London Festival said that this year the board of directors focused on creating a "family-friendly atmosphere."


When most people think about filing for bankruptcy, they are under the misconception that the bankruptcy will discharge all their outstanding debts. That is not necessarily true. There are a variety of debts which are not automatically discharged as part of bankruptcy proceedings. In most cases, bankruptcy will write off the majority of unsecured debts. It will not, however, erase alimony payments, child support payments, tax debts, court-ordered restitution, illegally-incurred debts, and most student loans.
As there is currently more than $1 trillion dollars in student loan debt in the United States, eastern Michigan, the federal government and certain private practice law firms, are working hard to collect payments on local, outstanding student loans. In fact, over the last 20 years, an estimated 14,000 student loan lawsuits have been filed in Detroit's U.S. District Court. Due to their aggressive efforts, eastern Michigan has reportedly helped recover upwards of 13% of the nationwide federal student loan lawsuits.
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Arnie's Ford in Wayne, NE has helped customers from all over with new & used auto sales, financing, parts or service. Our family of customers are proud to be a part of Arnie's Ford. Please read what they have to say or submit your own customer testimonial. We look forward to hearing from you!
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