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Dr. Yuzhuo Wang has a dual appointment as a Senior Scientist at Vancouver Prostate Centre and BC Cancer Agency. He is also the Founder of the Living Tumor Laboratory (www.livingtumorlab.com) and a tenured faculty member in Department of Urologic Sciences at UBC. Dr. Wang did his Ph.D. at the University of Hong Kong, and joined Dr. Gerald R Cunha at University of California, San Francisco as a postdoctoral fellow in 1997. Since then, he has authored/co-authored over 100 peer-reviewed original articles and review papers, including publications in Cancer Research, PNAS, Cancer Cell, Clinical Cancer Research, and the EMBO Journal. In addition to proposing novel hypotheses on "prostate stem cells", "epithelial-immune cell transition (EIT)" and "cancer-generated lactic acid is critical, immunosuppressive metabolite rather than a 'waste product' (which has been believed for more than 90 years)". Dr. Wang is recognized for his pioneering work in the field of prostate cancer modeling, he was the first to establish tissue recombination model of hormonal prostatic carcinogenesis. He also developed the first model of hormonal carcinogenesis in human prostatic epithelium. Moreover, he is responsible for a novel method for establishing and maintaining transplantable, patient-derived xenograft models that closely resemble patients' malignancies. His contributions have been revolutionizing the fields of patient-derived xenograft modeling. Dr. Wang has received numerous awards for his academic achievements in cancer research, such as a Prostate Cancer Foundation Research Award, US (2007), the Translation Research Award from Roche Canada (2009), an Overseas Chinese Scholars Award (Distinguished Young Scholar Award, Category B) from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (2009), the Innovative Scholar Award from the International Cancer Alliance for Research and Education (ICARE), US (2010), an UBC Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award, Canada (2011), an UBC Department of Urologic Sciences Outstanding Academic Performance Award (2013).


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Syrian troops advance in northwest, breaking stalemate
Posted: Jul 29, 2019 / 11:49 AM EDT / Updated: Jul 29, 2019 / 12:48 PM EDT
BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian troops made advances on the ground in northern Syria on Monday, seizing a hilltop village and a nearby town from insurgents in the first breakthrough for President Bashar Assad's forces following weeks of intensive air and artillery bombardment.
The area has been repeatedly targeted in recent days as Syria's government looks to regain momentum in its stalled offensive against the last opposition-controlled stronghold in Syria. The rebel area encompasses Idlib province and the surrounding rural areas of Hama province.
At least 450 civilians have been confirmed killed in the three-month offensive, including more than 100 in the last 10 days alone, according to the U.N. human rights chief.
Over the last three years, the government has regained control of most of the territories that were initially seized by the opposition in the early days of the civil conflict — now in its 9th year. Those military victories, supported by Russian airpower and Iranian-backed militias on the ground, followed intense military campaigns and tight sieges that forced rebels to surrender and move north.
The Idlib region is dominated by al-Qaida-linked militants and other jihadi groups, and is home to an estimated 3 million people, many of them displaced by other bouts of violence in other areas. The government, which launched its offensive in late April, says it is targeting terrorist locations.
Syria's Central Military Media said troops captured the Tal Malah village and the nearby town of Jibeen on Monday after fierce confrontations with militants entrenched in the area. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a war monitor, reported the advances, saying government troops were able to seize the territory after militant groups withdrew, following intense air and ground shelling.
The area has changed hands several times over the past weeks in the offensive. More than 440,000 people have been displaced inside the crowded enclave to escape the airstrikes.

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Discovering a librarian game character
In addition to providing motivation for the game's story and context, Jessica the librarian also keeps the gameplay moving along.
The primary focus of this website is about analyzing librarian portrayals in film, but I have also enjoyed highlighting librarian portrayals in other kinds of media and popular culture. Once you start looking, it's amazing where librarians pop up — even when you least expect it!
When I'm working online, I occasionally like to take a break and play an online puzzle or word game. Over the winter break, I happened to play a new online game called "The Book of Treasures," which is similar to "Text Twist," where you get 6 letters and see if you can figure out all the possible word combinations within a set time limit. Lo and behold, this game featured a librarian! Here's "The Book of Treasures" game description from its web page:
Jessica West is a librarian at an ancient library that is rumored to house a lost Egyptian manuscript. One day she finds a secret room and discovers 35 envelopes, each containing six letters. Her curiosity piqued, Jessica is on a mission to discover the secret of where the hidden manuscript resides. If you enjoy TextTwist but are ready for a word game and wraps a compelling mystery around challenging gameplay.
(Please note that I am NOT promoting this game, website, or company. I am focusing on the central character in this particular game, who happens to be a librarian.)
Librarian central character from The Book of Treasures online game
The landing page of the online game spotlights Jessica the librarian front and center. The angle is from below, so the bookshelves behind her slant up and in. It's an imposing angle, and Jessica comes across as most definitely no-nonsense, with her piercing stare and eyebrow raised above her half-moon spectacles. She is a mix of contradictions: Her posture and expression/demeanor are severe and exact, while her bun hairstyle is a bit messy and asymmetrical. Her figure is drawn to be quite feminine while her clothing is modest and practical. The "props" shown on her desk, a clock timer and a cup of coffee, are also practical for the context.
I also found it amusing how the look of the game character of Jessica West seems inspired, at least in part, by the reel librarian character of Evelyn 'Evy' Carnahan, a librarian and Egyptologist, from the 1999 film, The Mummy. Below is a side-by-side comparison. There are a LOT of physical similarities, even down to the open-collared, button-down shirt!
Comparison of Jessica from The Book of Treasures online game vs Evy Carnahan from The Mummy film
Here's the backstory of the game as you begin playing:
Storyline from The Book of Treasures online game
I like that Jessica's librarian vocation is front and center, both with the game description online and in the introductory backstory to set up the game. (HOWEVER, the game description states her name as "Jessica West," while the game story has her name as "Jessica Bright." Someone didn't cross-check references…)
In film, librarian characters in film often provide key plot points, to help keep the action moving, and the librarian character in this game also fulfills that same purpose. In addition to providing motivation for the game's story and context, Jessica the librarian also keeps the gameplay moving along — and no-nonsense chiding when you miss a word or fail to complete a level. When playing the game, you are ostensibly playing as Jessica, but it also feels like you are playing for Jessica, like a student library worker or someone trying desperately to please the librarian as the timer ticks away. This impression is aided by Jessica's withering stare when you type in a "word not found."
Word not found
I am so disappointed in you
And *SPOILER*, when you complete all the levels to put together the pieces of the puzzle, guess what the ultimate prize is? Recognition and a promotion for the librarian! I approve of this outcome. 😉
Librarian promotion as the prize? I'm in!
The final scrolling credits reveal more details:
Jessica's name shall be remembered at the Archeology Hall of Fame and she's become world famous for finding a treasure that was lost for centuries. Jessica has also been promoted to Director of the Library! Congratulations! What other secrets does the library hide?
I chuckled at how the game ended on a possible tease, to hold open the door for more possible puzzle adventures with Jessica the librarian. Will you be on the lookout for more adventures with this gamer librarian?
"The Book of Treasures" online game. Top G, 2014.
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ROCKLAND — It was a close call for the Mount Desert Island High School football team last Friday night, but the Trojans ultimately outscored the Oceanside Mariners 14-12.
The 6-1 Trojans are seemingly unstoppable following their 20-19 win over the Madison Bulldogs on Oct. 14. They proved their resolve again on Friday night.
Drew Rich's consistent kicking helped the Trojans lead throughout the game as Oceanside missed both of its extra-point opportunities.
After a scoreless first quarter, MDI put the first points on the board with just 1:34 left in the half when Andrew Phelps completed a five-yard pass to Luke Mitchell.
Oceanside was first on the board in the second half when quarterback Brandon DeBrowsky ran the ball in from 41 yards out with 4:29 left in the third quarter. The extra-point kick was no good, and MDI remained in the lead 7-6.
In the beginning of the third quarter, MDI's Chris Farnsworth ran for a 28-yard touchdown, and Rich kicked the extra point with 9:28 left in the game.
Oceanside was back on the board after DeBrowsky completed a five-yard pass to Anthony Marsh with 1:02 remaining.
The Mariners attempted to tie the game with a two-point conversion, but they were unsuccessful, and MDI won 14-12.
MDI rushed for 148 yards and passed for five yards.
Graham Good had eight tackles, seven assists and one interception.
Farnsworth had eight tackles and four assists. Micah Hallet had five tackles and one assist, while James Carroll had five tackles and one assist.
Two key players may not suit up for Friday's game against Old Town.
Colby Lee did not play during the Oceanside game due to injury, and Croix Albee was taken out of the game in the second half.
Shields said Albee will not play against Old Town and that Lee is questionable.
MDI is in first place in the Crabtree Standings, followed by one-loss teams Madison and Winslow.


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Politics on the small screen: SW1 meets Fleet Street in Press
Written by Caroline Frost on 7 September 2018 in Culture
Writer Mike Bartlett gives the inside track on his new BBC drama, which is based in two newspaper offices.
In the first episode of Mike Bartlett's brand new BBC drama 'Press' there's one storyline bound to send some chills down the necks of party-loving politicians. On the desk of a headline-hungry tabloid editor land some old photographs of a young woman snorting illicit-looking substances. What makes them interesting is that the same young woman is now a Cabinet Minister and, unfortunately for her, necessarily for the narrative, a big champion of a war on drugs.
Press is the tale of two neighbouring but rival newspapers, one tabloid, one broadsheet, and their competing staff. For the editor of the fictional Post, Duncan Allen (played by a wonderfully oily Ben Chaplin), it's another day at the coalface. For Bartlett, the pen behind 'Doctor Foster' who conducted his research in the newsrooms of the Guardian and Mirror as well as in conversation with many other journalists, the politician's hypocrisy is key.
"It's part of the world now that photos you took 20 years ago, that you're hoping will have been lost in a drawer or destroyed, could suddenly re-emerge," he tells Total Politics. "The crucial part of the story is that Duncan feels she's made statements on drug use, that's why it's legitimate, it's not just scandalising her to pull her down – which is something he might do – but as soon as he finds that, he has a real reason to do it.
"That question of legitimacy and hypocrisy does play all the way through."
How likely is such a dynamite stash of snaps to arrive on the editor's desk? According to David Yelland, who edited The Sun for five years until 2003, "there's no doubt it could potentially happen, but it's rarer than people think".
Yelland gives us his own less dramatic, but more personally revealing, version. He says: "There were a number of times when you'd be given a package by the news desk, and by the time I saw it, it was fully-fledged and they'd been working on it for months. That happened to me four or five times, and on one or two occasions, I said 'Yes' to publication, but mostly I said 'No', because I learned that on my head be it, if it went wrong.
"Giving a tabloid editorship to a young kid is like giving an Uzi to a small child. You've been trained to fire it but you have no idea where the bullets are going. I did fire the gun at the beginning but after that I put it down. The rest of the team doesn't have it on their conscience – there's a big difference between building a bomb and pressing the button. To be a successful tabloid editor, you have to be prepared to press the button and I couldn't."
What about Duncan Allen's' seemingly capricious influence over a government minister? Away from the cliff face of a huge scoop, it seems a lot of power for one unelected person to wield, but Yelland says the reality, particularly on the Murdoch titles, is far from a position of editorial autonomy. "I was not piloting that plane on my own," he remembers. '" had a number of co-pilots and also an automatic pilot that would take over. Decisions weren't taken by committee, but certainly in consultation. For all the faults, Murdoch's papers benefit from his lifetime of experience, including mistakes."
With 'Press', Mike Bartlett is intent on bringing us a drama in a fictional world. "It's not a documentary to teach you about journalistic ethics," he stresses. "It's about spending time with these people and seeing them face dilemmas."
One almost apocryphal example in the first episode finds tabloid cub reporter Ed Washburn (played by Paapa Essiedu) facing his first 'death knock' – when a journalist has to call at the house of a bereaved family in the hope he'll secure an exclusive interview. For Yelland, this feels "more like something that would be a rite of passage on local papers, not national press. It sounds a bit like artistic licence, almost a cliché, but then this is drama for a mass audience".
Another aspect of 'Press' that might leave real-life journalists scratching their heads is the tireless rivalry between the two camps, particularly the contempt with which the tabloid reporters are regarded by their broadsheet counterparts. Although Bartlett is adamant this dimension is upheld by his real-life conversations, Yelland says it doesn't really hold up, particularly at Editor level.
"The difference between tabloid and broadsheet has narrowed right down, it's changed enormously, and lots of people chop and change. When I was coming up on the business side, there were massive rivalries, I used to attack the FT all the time, but when you become an editor, you see all the other editors in private a lot, and you become part of a club, so the barriers completely break down.
"The real rivalry is between the different teams on the paper." He laughs. "The people that were really out to get me were my own team, not the opposition. The News of the World next door and most of my senior team didn't want me there, and that's quite common."
Yelland fears any drama based in the world of journalism as it currently stands must necessarily be accused of 'kicking a man when he's down', and Bartlett confirms that many of the real-life reporters he spoke to were full of fear and pessimism for the future. However, he hopes that 'Press' will go some way to demonstrating that the need for high-class journalism has never been greater. 'We need facts more than ever. How we get that, who pays for it, who we trust, how they earn that trust, are big question marks for the industry and also for us.'
Bartlett believes that the trade itself, in many ways, has been given a new dawn by the very forces challenging it. "It's interesting how the news industry, in America particularly, has almost been revitalised, to take on this agenda that is blatantly undermining facts. They realise how important it is, because it's the first sign of a fascist dictatorship. You can feel the signs of that here as well, when politics is corrupting and collapsing – where do you turn, and the answer is news."
Yelland agrees it's a time of unprecedented change for the press. "It's no longer all-powerful, it's no longer commercially powerful and it's had to pull its horns in due to things like privacy legislation, but on things like Brexit, you could argue it's more powerful than it's ever been."
For him, though, the days of wondering whether to press the button on a politician's career are definitely behind him, and he embraces the slightly slower of pace in the 'real world', where he runs his own communications agency.
"It took a while to realise that not all decisions get made immediately," he says. "In the real world, they're taken much more slowly, and quite right too. And I learned that my first judgement can be wrong. My first instinct now I'll save for email, or I'll sleep on it, but in newspapers you don't get that opportunity. There is no other walk of life where you have to make so many decisions in a short time that seem important. Whether they actually are important is another matter."
'Press' began on BBC One on Thursday 6 September.
Caroline Frost is a freelance entertainment journalist. She is TV chair of the Broadcasting Press Guild and former entertainment editor for HuffPost UK.


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How Did Uncle Ben Die In The Comics
Uncle Ben is a character from the Marvel Comics universe who was killed by a burglar.
In the comics, Uncle Ben was killed by a burglar who had broken into his home. Ben tried to fight him off, but the burglar managed to shoot him. This event led to Peter Parker becoming the vigilante known as Spider-Man.
1 Who killed Uncle Ben comics?
2 How did Uncle Ben die in Spider-Man Noir?
3 How many times has Uncle Ben died in the comics?
4 Did Flint Marko killed Uncle Ben in the comics?
5 Who Killed Aunt May?
6 Who killed Peter Parker's aunt?
7 Who is the weakest Spider-Man?
Who killed Uncle Ben comics?
In the world of comics, there are few more iconic than Uncle Ben, the kindly father-figure of Peter Parker, the Amazing Spider-Man. First appearing in 1962, Uncle Ben played a pivotal role in the development of Spider-Man, teaching him the importance of using his powers for good. So when he was killed in a tragic shooting in 1984, it sent shockwaves throughout the comic book community.
The circumstances of Uncle Ben's death have been the subject of much speculation over the years. Many fans believe that he was killed by the gunman who shot Spider-Man's parents, and that his death was meant as a revenge killing. However, this has never been confirmed, and the true identity of Uncle Ben's killer remains a mystery.
Whatever the truth may be, Uncle Ben's death remains one of the most iconic moments in comic book history, and his legacy is still felt to this day. Thanks, Uncle Ben, for everything.
How did Uncle Ben die in Spider-Man Noir?
Uncle Ben died in a gunfight with a burglar in the original Spider-Man comics. However, his death is slightly different in the Spider-Man Noir comics.
In Spider-Man Noir, Uncle Ben is killed by a police officer after he tries to rob a liquor store. The officer mistakes Ben for the thief and shoots him. This results in a public outcry against the police, and the officer is eventually brought to trial.
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How many times has Uncle Ben died in the comics?
Uncle Ben is a character in the Marvel Comics universe who has died multiple times.
The first time Uncle Ben died was in the original comics, which were published in the early 1960s. He was killed by a burglar who had broken into his house.
The second time Uncle Ben died was in the 1990s, when he was killed by the villain Carnage.
The third time Uncle Ben died was in the 2000s, when he was killed by the villain Morlun.
The fourth time Uncle Ben died was in the 2010s, when he was killed by the villain The Grim Reaper.
So far, Uncle Ben has died four times in the comics.
Did Flint Marko killed Uncle Ben in the comics?
Did Flint Marko kill Uncle Ben in the comics?
This is a question that has long been debated by comic book fans. There is no clear answer, as different people seem to have different interpretations of the events that took place.
Some believe that Flint Marko, also known as the Sandman, killed Uncle Ben. This is based on the fact that Marko was the one who shot and killed Peter Parker's father, and some people think that Uncle Ben was meant to be Peter's replacement father figure.
Others believe that it was actually Peter's friend, Harry Osborn, who killed Uncle Ben. This is based on the fact that Harry was the one who shot and killed Marko, and he did it in an attempt to save Uncle Ben.
At this point, it is impossible to say for sure who killed Uncle Ben. Both interpretations have their own evidence to support them, and it is likely that we will never know for sure what happened.
Who Killed Aunt May?
This is the question that has been asked by comic book fans for years. There are many theories about who could have killed Aunt May, but no one knows for sure who did it.
One theory is that it was Peter Parker himself who killed Aunt May. This is based on the fact that Aunt May found out about Peter's secret identity as Spider-Man, and she threatened to tell his Uncle Ben. Some people believe that Peter killed Aunt May in order to protect his secret identity.
Another theory is that it was Norman Osborn who killed Aunt May. This is based on the fact that Norman Osborn was the Green Goblin, and he had a vendetta against Spider-Man. Some people believe that Norman Osborn killed Aunt May in order to get revenge on Spider-Man.
There are also several other theories about who killed Aunt May, but no one knows for sure who did it. Whoever killed Aunt May is still a mystery.
Who killed Peter Parker's aunt?
There has been a great deal of speculation over the years about who killed Peter Parkers aunt. Some believe that it was Peter's own uncle, Ben Parker, who killed her. Others believe that it was a random act of violence, and that Peter's aunt was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.
There is no definitive answer to this question, and it is likely that we will never know for sure who killed Peter's aunt. However, there are some theories that are more popular than others.
One theory is that Peter's uncle, Ben, killed his aunt. This theory is based on the fact that Peter's uncle was a career criminal, and many believe that he may have killed Peter's aunt in order to cover up his own crimes.
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However, there is no concrete evidence to support this theory, and it is possible that it is simply a coincidence that Peter's uncle was a criminal.
Another popular theory is that Peter's aunt was killed as a result of a random act of violence. This theory is based on the fact that there was no clear motive for the killing, and that it is possible that the killer was simply looking for a victim at the time.
However, there is no evidence to support this theory either, and it is possible that the killer had a motive that we do not know about.
Ultimately, we may never know who killed Peter's aunt. However, these are some of the most popular theories about the case, and they provide a glimpse into the various possibilities that are open to us.
Who is the weakest Spider-Man?
There have been various incarnations of Spider-Man throughout the years, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. But who is the weakest Spider-Man?
One contender for the title of weakest Spider-Man is Ben Reilly. Reilly was a clone of Peter Parker created by the Jackal, and he had all of Parker's powers but was also weaker and more vulnerable to injury.
Another possible candidate for weakest Spider-Man is Miguel O'Hara, who had the power to shoot webs from his fingertips but was also highly susceptible to fire.
The weakest Spider-Man of all time could very well be Peter Parker himself. Parker is the original Spider-Man, and he has all the powers of the other incarnations, but he is also the most vulnerable to injury. He has been injured and even killed on multiple occasions.


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How Nokia lost the plot
Reviews of the new Nokia N8 are coming in thick and fast, and they're not good: the consensus is that it's a great piece of kit hobbled by not so great software. Via The Guardian, here's a piece in the Helsingin Sanomat that attempts to describe the problems facing Nokia and what caused them. I can't help thinking of Microsoft when I read it.
Hit mobile phones emerged and went into production. Devices that many people remember even today, such as the 2110 or the 6110, with its infra-red port and menu icons.
Then along came 2000, and thereafter a decision was taken to increase the number of available Nokia handsets.
"Two new models a year was no longer enough, but there was a perceived need to bring out as many as 40 or 50 models a year."
"An utterly terrifying number."
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October 21, 2010 at 3:30pm
Good summary of it in The Register:
The phone division was split into three: Multimedia, Enterprise and Phones, and the divisions were encouraged to compete for staff and resources.
Why does any firm ever do that? Has it ever ended well? Who are the consultants who keep recommending it, and who on Earth hires them?
British Gas split into separate business units, but at least they had the excuse of being compulsorily split up by the Government as the final stage of privatisation to allow other firms to compete on a level playing field — i.e., it was done to them knowing that it would hobble them. If it's known to be a way of hobbling a company, why does anyone believe consultants who tell them it'll improve things?
the enterprise E series phones were denied the best imaging features of the consumer multimedia range. The N series users were denied MailForExchange, and SIP functionality.
What I don't get is, why did they need the Iphone to show them this was a bad idea?
Meanwhile, good news for N900 owners:
MeeGo developers are working to allow their open source operating system to be installed on the Nokia N900 alongside Meamo
Yes, I realise "N900 owners" is me and three other blokes.
Heh. There's more good news too: it's streamlining the software side of things.
http://gigaom.com/2010/10/21/nokia-revises-symbian-strategy-as-smartphone-sales-improve/
Shame 1800 jobs are going, though.
If their problem was overbureaucratisation, then jobs need to go. Sad but true. Better some jobs go than the company goes under and they all go.
True. Hopefully it isn't a case of the architects remaining.


Truth tempered by Grace, grace fortified by Truth.
As flawed humans, we struggle to have both grace and truth operational at the same time. This is the reason why I like the phrase highlighted above.
If we speak the truth and allow grace to temper how we say it, the truth is more likely to be received.
On the other hand, we need to have truth fortify our grace. Grace without truth is a mushy acceptance which does little good in the long run.
John 1:14 tells us that these two words characterized Jesus' ministry. He was full of both grace and truth. In other words, no more grace or truth could be contained in Jesus. We have the record of Jesus' life and ministry, as recorded in the Gospels, to show us what the interplay of grace and truth should look like.
Truth that is not tempered by grace may turn out to be only a half truth. When I say this, I have in mind the type of preaching that is long on condemnation and short on hope. Jesus never preached that way.
The whole truth is that we are like the woman caught in adultery in John 8. Apart from Christ we are trapped in our pride, selfishness and idolatry. Jesus acknowledges the truth of the accusation but offers forgiveness and tells us to "go and sin no more." By his completed work of salvation, Jesus offers us the freedom and the power to accomplish this command.
May we all look to Jesus as our example of how to speak truth which is tempered by grace and offer grace which is fortified by truth.
Death is the last weapon of the tyrant, and the point of the resurrection, despite much misunderstanding, is that death has been defeated.
It is possible to get an "a" grade on a doctrinal test and describe accurately the doctrines of our salvation, yet be blind to their true implications and power. In this sense, there are plenty of orthodox churches in which the gospel must be rediscovered and then brought home and applied to people's hearts.


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Brutal revisitation of Chappaquiddick
Column by L. Brent Bozell III
Brutal revisitation of Chappaquiddick Column by L. Brent Bozell III Check out this story on jacksonsun.com: http://www.jacksonsun.com/story/opinion/columnists/2018/04/08/brutal-revisitation-chappaquiddick/493903002/
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L. Brent Bozell(Photo: Creators Syndicate)
One measure of how old we're getting is realizing how many voters today have no familiarity with the Chappaquiddick scandal. In July of 1969, then-Sen. Ted Kennedy drove off a bridge into a pond with a young woman in the passenger seat and left the scene of the accident alone. Kennedy waited 10 hours to report it, and Mary Jo Kopechne died.
This is one compelling reason why many older voters thought liberals sounded preposterous when they suggested Donald Trump's presidential campaign should be canceled over the "Access Hollywood" tape of him boasting of grabbing women in the crotch. Kennedy had a woman's death on his résumé, and it never stopped the left from boosting him as the finest presidential timber.
How far has the manipulative Kennedy dynasty fallen? Somehow, the movie "Chappaquiddick" was made with well-known actors and distributed to movie theaters. Seven years ago, pressure caused the History Channel to deep-six a dramatic Kennedy miniseries (it ended up on the obscure cable channel Reelz).
This movie is drawing favorable reviews from movie critics. That's in part because they recognize the filmmakers didn't make a hard-edged cartoon — like, for example, the way Oliver Stone smeared then-President George W. Bush in 2008. From the first moments, the Ted Kennedy in this film is haunted by his older brothers, who were inflated into political giants, and spurned as a loser by his nearly mute father, who suffered a stroke in 1961.
Staying close to the historical record is brutal enough. Kennedy left the scene of a fatal accident, failed to report it for hours, lied to investigators and the public about how and when it happened, and then expected everyone would accept what he had done and re-elect him. The film notes at the end he was re-elected overwhelmingly, and became known (to some) as the "Lion of the Senate."
It also shows how the Kennedy political machine arrived to manipulate the press, and even the Kopechne family. There was no autopsy. This was pitched as another Kennedy tragedy, and national media eagerly xeroxed the narrative.
One of the things that the moviemakers get wrong is the idea that the press was hostile. The only named reporter in the movie was James Reston of The New York Times, who the script suggests was skeptical of Kennedy's claim of having suffered a concussion. In real life, Reston was, in the words of media critic Jack Shafer, one of those who "attended to the family's legend like priests on retainer."
Reston's first draft on Chappaquiddick began, "Tragedy has again struck the Kennedy family." Mention of the actual victim was submerged in paragraph four. Luckily, the Times advised Reston to edit it and mention the actual victim in the lede. After Kennedy spoke to the nation with his dishonest narrative about what happened, Reston oozed again that he was a "tragic 'profile in courage.'"
For the rest of Sen. Kennedy's life, the media treated Chappaquiddick as an extremely distasteful subject only conspiracy-obsessed right-wingers thought was important. Whenever the scandal surfaced, journalists turned it into a story of "redemption."
That's still happening. Former Boston Globe reporter Peter Canellos, now executive editor of Politico Magazine, did a write-up on the movie and oozed that it "marked the start of one of the most remarkable revivals in American politics, as Kennedy settled down to the hard work of legislating and, almost as penance, went on to amass the most impressive list of accomplishments in Senate history."
As long as a politician can pass "landmark" liberal bills, his personal scandals are washed away by liberal journalists. And they call themselves idealists.
L. Brent Bozell III is the president of the Media Research Center. To find out more, visit: www.creators.com
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Celebrate Sor Juana
Mexico is unusual in having portraits of poets and artists featured on its currency. Literature Nobel laureate Octavio Paz (1914-1998) is on the twenty peso coin. Nahuatl poet and ruler of Texcoco Netzahualcoyotl (1402-1472) is on the hundred peso bill. Poet Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz (1648-1695) is on both versions of the two-hundred peso bill. Artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are on the five-hundred peso bill.
Sor Juana's birthday is this Saturday, November 12th. She may be a Valentine's baby; particularly appropriate for a love-child. Juana's mother, criolla Isabel Ramírez, was born on the slopes of Popocatépetl and baptized in Yecapixtla in present-day Morelos. Her first three children were born out of wedlock. Juana Inés de Asbaje y Ramírez de Santillana is registered on her birth certificate as a "daughter of the Church," a euphemism for the unmarried state of her parents. The paternal figure in Juana's life was her highly literate maternal grandfather.
Though an hacendado, Juana's grandfather Pedro Ramírez de Santillana didn't own his two haciendas. They were leased from the church for the span of three "lifetimes." This interesting arrangement was typical of the time. Juana's mother inherited the contract for the second generation, Juana's sister Maria, the third. It was a family of strong women and Juana was no exception.
Juana Inés was born in Nepantla, now in the state of Mexico, in 1648, though some say 1651. There she lived for three years before she and her family moved to Hacienda Panoayan, at a higher elevation and closer to both Popocatépetl and Iztlaccíhuatl.
Unless they were cloud-covered, Juana saw those snow-capped peaks every day of her life. The corridor running from Yecapixtla through Nepantla and Panoayan to the historical center of Mexico City was the extent of the area she lived and traveled during her 46 (or 43) years. Yet even in her lifetime, her poems, plays, and prose permeated the Spanish-speaking world and have grown ever more appreciated through the following centuries.
By all accounts Juana devoured knowledge from the earliest age. Bilingual in Spanish and Nahuatl, she read by the age of 3. She had access to her grandfather's extensive, esoteric, and multi-lingual library allowing self-education in many academic subjects. Through the library Juana gained access to a world mostly unknown to women of that day. At the precocious age of 8 she won a town prize for a surprisingly mature poem about the Eucharist.
Juana was soon sent to Mexico City to live with her aunt and uncle, Juan de Mata, a man of influence in the viceregal palace. At 15 she was presented at court. From ages 16 to 20 she lived at the palace as the personal companion to the vicereine and soon was well-known for both intellect and beauty. When she was 17 the Viceroy Marquis de Mancera famously tested Juana's learning and intelligence by inviting great minds from New Spain to examine her on theology as well as various scientific and literary subjects. Her performance is legendary. The viceroy celebrated the accomplishment by saying "she defended herself as a galleon against a slew of canoes."
Juana resisted pressure to marry. At 19 she chose the other available option -- entering religious life. Her first incursion was harsh and did not allow intellectual development. She returned to the court and after some months a wealthy donor provided the required dowry for her to enter the more comfortable Order of San Jeronimo.
San Jeronimo required seclusion but allowed visitors and in the case of Sor Juana, the continued pursuit of her intellectual activities. Indeed, Sor Juana's multi-storied "cell" with an extensive library, scientific and musical instruments was a sought after salon for discussion and learning -- the world came to Sor Juana. Convents of that day enhanced the cultural lives of the aristocracy by providing theater, concerts, and schools. Juana became known as the Tenth Muse. Her life and work have made her a model for modern-day feminists.
Sor Juana enjoyed protection and friendship of successive viceroys, one of whom was also archbishop. The departure in 1686 of Viceroy Marquis de la Laguna and Vicereine Countess of Paredes led to Juana's poetry and drama being published in Spain to enthusiastic reviews. Unfortunately their exit also led to closer scrutiny of Sor Juana's work by a misogynistic, jealous clergy and she became a target of the Inquisition.
In 1693 Juana signed a penitential document in her own blood. "Yo, la peor de todas." I, the worst of all. Promising to no longer write, she allowed the church to sell her library of 4000 books and her musical and scientific instruments and requested proceeds be donated to charity. Octavio Paz, among others speculates that instead of being an act of penitence this was the last act of an unrepentant, cornered intellect. On April 17, 1695, after nursing her fellow nuns, Sor Juana died of the plague.
Delve into your pocket for 200 peso bills. Not for a donation but to see some views of Sor Juana's life. Both old and new bills have Miguel Cabrera's portrait of the poet. Background to the portrait on both bills are books and writing materials, symbols of her literary life. There are even five miniature lines of one of her most famous poems! On the back of the new 200 peso bill is Hacienda Panoayan framed by her beloved Popocatépetl and Iztlaccíhuatl. On the old bill is the Convent of San Jeronimo. It is noteworthy that both bills use her secular name Juana de Asbaje. Might that have been her preference?
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This was originally published on Monday, December 19 ,2016 in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
It goes without saying that money is of the utmost importance and, if not dealt with in the right way, could land you in a bad financial situation. What you are today and where you want to be tomorrow are the results of all the financial choices you have made in the past.
Your mortgage length. The most common mortgage term is 30 years. Many new home owners settle for the 30-year mortgage because the upfront costs are lower. But take some time and really look at your mortgage contract. If you purchased your house with a 30-year mortgage for $250,000 at 8 percent, the total amount you will be paying is $660,000. That is a difference of $410,000 that goes directly to your lender. If you can refinance your home to take advantage of low interest rates, do so, and take a 15-year mortgage instead. If you can't afford to make higher payments with the 15-year mortgage, try paying half your mortgage every two weeks. At the end of the year you will have made 13 payments instead of 12. By doing this, you can pay your mortgage five to 10 years earlier and save $100,000 or more, depending on your interest rate.
Automatic payments. Let's face it, life is hectic enough. You don't need to run to the bank to deposit paychecks or run errands at lunch time to pay bills. By automating your finances, you can save time, fuel and the expenses of late fees if you forget to pay your bill on time. Create an automatic payroll deduction with your employer to your checking or savings account so that you ensure you are paid first. Financial institutions make it easy to pay bills or credit cards on line with their online bill-paying services.
Not monitoring your credit score/report. Your credit score and report are important because these two items essentially tell potential lenders how well you handle your money. If you are purchasing a home, your credit rating is considered in determining your loan interest rate, and the difference between a poor credit rating and a good rating can be enormous. With a good score, you are offered lower interest rates, which in the end can save you thousands of dollars and sometimes even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Future employers can also look at your score and use it to determine how dependable you are. To keep a good score, pay your credit cards and other debts on time. A good rule of thumb is to use 10 percent to 30 percent of the credit available to you. Check your credit report and score for free three times a year and dispute any odd accounts or mistakes on your report.
Not having a will or trust. We never want to think about passing, but not having a will or trust can cause some serious financial issues for your loved ones. Even though you feel that you do not have enough assets or money to pass on, what you do have should stay with your family. A will or trust can also plan for the care of your children upon your death. If a guardian is not named, the state will have to decide who will provide care for your children. Protect your family and your estate by having a will or a trust.
Life insurance. Life insurance can assist your family members in covering the cost of your funeral expenses and pay other bills long after you are gone. Not only should you be covered, so should every member of your family. Funerals are expensive no matter how old you are. Life insurance can also help pay for medical bills that may be left behind.
This was originally published on Monday, May 30 ,2016 in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
Q: My husband and I purchased our first home 10 years ago. During this time my husband and I have been fortunate enough to advance in our careers and are making more than what we were when we bought our house. When we purchased our home, mortgage rates were much higher that what they are now. My husband and I want to take advantage of our current situation and are considering paying off our mortgage early. Can you help us decide if paying off our mortgage is beneficial?
A: A mortgage is a huge investment that takes a lot of dedication, especially if you purchased your home on a thirty-year plan. Whether you have a shorter fifteen year or a longer thirty-year plan, much can happen between now and paying off your mortgage. Like any large decision, you should weigh the pros and cons and consider where you are in life. Although it may be tempting to live mortgage free, you should consider your other financial goals and your tax situation.
Here are some reasons that you may want to hold off on paying your mortgage early.
Other debt: If you have other loans or credit cards that charge a higher interest rate than your mortgage, you should consider paying those off first. Interest on debt other than a mortgage is not tax deductible.
Maximize retirement: If you aren't already maximizing your retirement contributions, use the money you would use to pay off your mortgage to increase your contributions. Do this especially if your employer matches a portion of your contributions. If you are close to retiring or if you started your plan later in life, you should take advantage of getting the most out of your plan. Also, your contributions are tax deferred.
Emergency fund: Do you have enough money saved up for a rainy day? If not, create an emergency fund. Most experts suggest to save up at least three months of your current income. You do not want to pay off your mortgage only to put your house up for collateral when an unforeseen event happens.
Life insurance: Do you currently have life insurance? If so, is it enough coverage to keep your family from undergoing financial hardships when you pass, especially if you are the primary bread winner.
Interest deduction. Paying a mortgage has its benefits when it comes to your income taxes. You receive a tax break based on the amount of interest you pay on your mortgage. If you are in the 25-percent tax bracket and you paid $24,000 in mortgage interest this year, you will be giving up a $6,000 tax break if you pay off your mortgage.
Limited liquidity. We all know that selling a home is a long process. If you decide to move or have a medical emergency you may want to have liquid assets, or money, that is easily available to you. You could take the excess money you would use to pay your mortgage and put it in a liquid investment. You can still make money on your investments and still be able to liquidate them much easier than you would a house.
Saving habits: If you choose to pay off a mortgage early, what would you do with the money you would have used to pay your monthly mortgage? If you don't invest or save it, and just spend it, you are not benefiting yourself financially.
This was originally published on Monday, May 9 ,2016 in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
Q: My father is terminally ill and I am in the process of getting his affairs in order. He has an updated will and I have confirmed that my mother is named as his beneficiary for his life insurance and retirement plan. My main concern is his debt. He took out a large loan several years to help with his medical treatments. He is not behind on his payments but I am curious to what happens to the debt once he passes. Could you help me understand how debt is paid off once the lean holder is deceased?
A: I am so sorry to hear about your father's illness. As a child it is hard having to switch roles and become the caretaker for our parents. Unfortunately, when someone dies, their debt does not disappear. The rules to creditors recouping their money is complex and often vary from state to state. Of course, it also depends on the type of loan and if there are others who share the responsibility.
Family members typically are not obligated to pay off the debt of a deceased family member directly from their assets. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) protects family members from unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices used to collect a debt.
Who is responsible? Take a look at who signed for the debt. If it is a joint debt, then two or more people are responsible for the full debt. The names of those responsible will appear on the promissory note, loan or credit agreement.
Usually there is a clause in the contract that if something should happen to one of the responsible parties and they are unable to pay their portion then the surviving debtor(s) are responsible to pay off the full amount.
If only one person owns the debt, then that person is responsible for that debt. If the estate, the total net worth of an individual that includes land, possessions, cash, and other assets, of the deceased doesn't have enough money to cover the debt, the debt may go unpaid. If the estate has money, then the assets from the estate will be used to pay off the debt.
Depending on what type of debt the deceased leaves behind will also determine if the debt will be repaid.
Credit card. If the credit card is joint with someone else or has a cosigner(s) then the cosigner(s) are responsible for paying off the debt. Otherwise depending on the amount left the credit card company may pursue collecting what is due.
Mortgage. If you are inheriting a house with a mortgage you will inherit the debt as well. If you cannot make the payments, you may have to sell the home. If you are having trouble paying the mortgage, it could affect your credit score if your name is on the note secured by the mortgage.
Medical. Medical expenses are usually on top of the priority list to of debts to pay.
Taxes. If your loved one passed and left unpaid property or income taxes, the estate will be responsible to pay them. They too can put a lien on assets till the debt is paid off. The deceased will be responsible to pay any income tax on income earned during the year of their death.
Michael Camacho is president and chief executive officer of Personal Finance Center. He has more than 20 years of experience in retail banking and at financial institutions in Guam and Hawaii. If there is a topic you'd like Michael to cover, please email him at moneymattersguam@yahoo .com and read past columns at the Money Matters blog at www.moneymattersguam .wordpress.com.
This was originally published on Monday, February 9, 2016, in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
One thing we all have in common is there will be a point in our lives where we will no longer be able to work and will have to start our retirement. Having good habits today will help secure our future.
Life insurance. "Eighty-five percent of the best retirement savers had at least $100,000 in life insurance coverage," a March 2015 CNBC.com article stated. Talk to your insurance company on which is best for you, whole-life or term-life insurance. Either way, you want to be sure that you are covered in case you become ill, incapacitated or pass away. You do not want to use your retirement money to cover these expenses.
Diversify. Mix up your investments that fit your risk tolerance. Those who are further away from retirement can capitalize in riskier investments than those who are closer to retirement. Having your investment in one type of investment is risky. Don't put all your nest eggs in one basket. Deciding what to invest in may require some professional help.
Retirement at a dollar amount. When asked the question, "When do you want to retire?" many of us reply with an age. Sometimes we are not ready to retire exactly at 65. Your retirement is about freedom and it would be great to say, "I retired as a millionaire." Know exactly how much you need to retire comfortably.
Focus on the long term. We put a lot into our retirement investments, and it is hard not to feel some anxiety when we see the market go on a decline. It is important not to panic and do something that you will regret later. Many investors see a dip in the market as an opportunity to acquire more equities at a lower price.
Simple investing. You do not need an expensive and complicated investment portfolio to earn a lot of money. In fact, many of those expensive investment plans come with large investment costs. Those investment costs can reduce the amount of money in your nest egg.
Estate planning. If you own real estate, you should have a living trust that ensures certain people get the assets you want to pass on to them. You should also have documents stating whom you designate as your medical caregiver in case of an emergency. These should be reviewed on a yearly basis.
Review regularly. Take a look at your retirement plan every six months or yearly. Keep track of how your investment is performing. Be adaptive and recognize that the markets change. As your life changes so do your retirement goals. Ask yourself, "Am I contributing enough?" When you re-enroll, take a look at your plan and strategy. Do they still meet your needs? If you see that your portfolio is constantly trending downward, talk to your adviser.
Stay healthy. Your health when you retire is important. As we age, health care becomes more expensive. If you retire in good health, it is likely that your medical costs will stay low and you can enjoy that retirement money.
Never stop learning. Never stop learning about investing and personal finance. The more you know, the more you can prepare for the future.
Professional help. Something as important as retirement should not be left up to guessing. Hire a professional. Taxes, bonds, stocks and other investments are complicated. Policies and laws can change, and you need someone who is knowledgeable. Don't be afraid to ask your adviser questions. You should be able to trust your adviser and the decisions made.
This was originally published on Monday, December 28, 2015, in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
In just a few days we will be ringing in 2016. In following tradition, many of us take this time to reflect on the years past and create New Year's resolutions. Whether your financial situation was enhanced or looked bleak in 2015, the start of the year is the perfect time to create your financial New Year's resolution.
In the past few weeks, I've discussed what areas to review before the year's end. Take what you have discovered and create your financial goals for 2016.
Pay down debt. This is probably the most popular personal finance goal. Challenge yourself to pay off your debt. It takes some work but in the end, it's worth it. The longer you have the debt the more you pay on interest. Paying more than the monthly minimum payment will greatly reduce how much interest you pay. For example, if you have a $5,000 balance with a 13% interest rate and $100 monthly minimum payment, it will take you 6 years and 1 month to pay off your debt and you would have paid $2,241 in interest. If you increase the payment to $150 a month, it will take you 3 1/2 years to pay off your debt and you would pay $1,237 on interest. You would pay off your debt in half the time and save yourself about $1,000. There are free credit card repayment calculators online to help you compute how long it will take you to pay off your debt and how much interest you will pay.
Emergency fund. Because life never goes as planned, it's a good idea to create an emergency fund. A general rule is to have in savings at least 3 to 6 months of income. Keep this fund separate from your regular checking and savings account. Unexpected events such as a job loss, medical emergencies, and car repairs can be stressful and costly. An emergency fund will create a safety net that will reduce the need to use a high interest credit card.
Retirement planning. No matter how old you are, it's inevitable that one day you will retire. If your employer has a 401K plan, consider signing up. If you received a raise this year, consider putting a percentage of your raise into your account, especially if your employer matches your contributions. If you are already contributing your maximum, you may want to think about getting a second fund.
Estate planning and will. No one likes to think of the worst case scenario, but being prepared for it helps those you leave behind. Whether you're single or married with children, you want to be sure that your final wishes are met. You may want to include a living will and powers of attorney.
Life insurance. If your employer offers a life insurance policy, you should consider joining. If you reviewed your life insurance policy and found that you can increase your policy, you should do so. It's worth a little more to ensure that your loved ones are financially fit when you pass.
Compare insurance. Ask your insurance company if they can offer a better deal on the same coverage. Inquire about discounts. Explore the competitors and see if they can offer a better deal. If you're not bundling with the same insurance company, you may want to reconsider. Bundling your insurance can save your money.
Save, save, save. If you are planning on making a large purchase or planning a large event, try not to put the majority of the cost on a high interest credit card. Start saving ahead of time. Create savings accounts for each occasion and put in a little amount every payday. Eventually it will grow, and it will save you from paying more.
Money Matters was started in February 2011 and almost five years later, I still get great feedback on the column. Thank you so much for being loyal readers. I am honored that I can help readers achieve their financial goals. The goal of this column is to get you thinking of your financial well-being as much as you think about other things on a daily basis. I wish everyone a Happy New Year, and I hope that 2016 brings you many blessings.
This was originally published on Monday, December 8, 2014, in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
As the year comes to an end, it is time to reflect on what has occurred over the past 12 months. This should include your finances as well.
By reviewing your finances, you can prepare your New Year's goals. One of the items on your review checklist should be your insurance policies. Many of us let our policies go on autopilot and let them automatically renew. Your life situation changes throughout the year and your insurance needs will, too.
Take some time and review if your policies still cover your needs.
• One of the most important facets of life insurance is your beneficiary. If you went through a divorce or added a new family member, you may want to change your beneficiaries. If a beneficiary passed away, you need to name a new one.
• Have your needs changed? By reviewing your policy, you may have decided that you need to increase or decrease your policy.
• Has your health changed? Has your health improved? Did you stop smoking or loose a significant amount of weight? Or has your health declined? Changes in your health can have a profound effect on the cost of your insurance. Check with your insurance company if a physical is needed before making any changes.
• Does the amount of insurance cover your needs? If your coverage is inadequate, you may need to increase your policy or buy a new one. If your coverage exceeds what you need, you may want to realign your policy by decreasing it or adding a new beneficiary.
• Is your life insurance and estate plan integrated? If you modified your estate plan recently, ensure that your life insurance has been included. You want to ensure that your estate and life insurance do not have gaps. Gaps between the two may cause benefits from your life insurance to cover estate taxes and not go to your beneficiaries.
• Who is covered? Did you add a new driver, maybe by marriage, or your child recently obtained a driver's license? Maybe you removed a driver after a divorce or your child has left home.
• Are all your vehicles covered? Did you recently sell or buy a new car? If you sold your vehicle, remove it from your policy. If your vehicle is getting up in years, you may not need the same amount of insurance.
• Are you familiar with your claims process? What are you supposed to do right after an accident? How long do you have to file a claim? Do you know how much your deductible is? Some insurance companies have apps for your smartphone to file claims.
• Did your income change? If you are making more money, you may want to consider increasing your coverage and vice versa.
• Do you qualify for a discount? If you haven't had a recent accident, you retired, installed an anti-theft system, or if your teen driver earned good grades, you may qualify for a discount. Talk to your insurance agent/broker about the discounts they offer. You may be surprised just how much you can save.
• Do you need all the coverage for which you are paying? Maybe you want to purchase additional coverage such as typhoon, rental car or roadside assistance.
All your insurance policies should be reviewed to check if you are getting the best coverage and rates.
Bundling policies will give you a significant discount. You may want to compare prices of other companies to get the best coverage.
This was originally published on Monday,June 16, 2014, in the Pacific Daily News. Click here to subscribe to the PDN.
Question: I recently went to a funeral for my friend who had been ill for a while. After talking to some of her family members, I found out that she did not leave any direction for her funeral arrangement and worse, no will. Now her children are fighting over her personal belongings, property and finances. My parents are getting up in age and I do not want my family to go through what my friend is dealing with. What can I do to help my parents prepare for their passing?
Answer: My condolences on the loss of your friend, it is never easy saying goodbye to a loved one. It is even harder to see family members torn apart at a time when they should be uniting and consoling each other. Unfortunately, this happens way too often. Many of these arguments can be alleviated if the family member gets their estate in order before passing.
• Life insurance: First, do they have life insurance? If so, does their life insurance cover funeral and burial costs? If not, it is never too late to get an affordable life insurance plan or to add additional coverage to their existing plan. Sometimes life insurance can be delayed and you have to pay out of pocket for the funeral. This can be difficult, especially if you and your family are sharing costs and accurate record keeping is not kept for reimbursement.
• Funeral arrangements: This might not be easy, but sit down with your family and parents and discuss what your parents want at their funeral. This will give you some idea of how much it will cost. Do your parents want to be buried? If so, do they have burial plots? Where do they want to be buried? Maybe they may want to be cremated instead.
Having your family around and taking precise notes of their requests will help alleviate arguments later because everybody will have knowledge about what your parents want. If one of your parents is a veteran, you can try the Veterans Affairs for assistance.
• Estate planning: Most people think that only the wealthy need to have an estate plan. That is not true. Whether it is to divide a 401(k), real estate or other types of assets, an estate plan is necessary. Having an estate plan will reduce the confusion of your parents' final wishes, give their heirs a piece of mind on who receives your property and assets, and will minimize taxes and legal expenses. If you pass without an estate plan, your loved ones may not receive your assets. The government could keep the assets and you do not get to decide how your property is divided.
These few steps could help lessen the stress that comes from losing a loved one and hopefully any arguments over what is inherited and who inherits it.


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This is a truly moving and loving story about a wife / mother – Brenda – giving away a christmas present, after she passed away, to her husband when he had found a new love.
The christmas present should consist of three parts. She wanted his new life partner to have a weekend of pampering with shopping, spa and things that make her smile. For the family, an awesome trip for all of them, and finally a night out for all the doctors at the hospital.
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Syrians brave risks to seek treatment in Israel
In this Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013 photo, a Syrian father watches his 12-year-old daughter treated by a nurse at the Western Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya, Israel. The girl, who was struck by shrapnel last month, is one of 44 victims of the Syrian civil war who have been treated at the hospital this year. For their protection, neither the father nor daughter could be named. (AP Photo/Max J. Rosenthal)
By MAX J. ROSENTHAL, Associated Press
NAHARIYA, Israel —
It looks like a standard scene in the corner of the children's intensive care unit at a hospital in this northern Israeli town. The counter is jammed with stuffed animals, and balloons shaped like princesses float against the ceiling. A nervous, silent father hovers over his injured daughter.
But he and the girl are Syrians, spirited across the border by the Israeli military for medical treatment unavailable amid the civil war at home. He is silent because he cannot speak Hebrew, nervous because his presence in Israel, Syria's long-time enemy, could place his family in danger if his trip is discovered.
He came to the hospital six days ago, following after his daughter. He refuses to say how he arrived, and hospital staff step in quickly to deflect questions about the journey. He has no contact with his family at home. All of this, he says, is worth it.
"For my daughter, I'm willing to do anything," said the father, who, like his 12-year-old daughter, could not be named because he fears repercussions in Syria. While he was grateful for high-quality medical care, he was visibly afraid of the potential consequences of his trip, speaking in one-word answers and keeping his eyes lowered. He checked footage filmed by an AP Television News crew to make sure his daughter's face was obscured.
On both sides of the Syrian civil war, militant groups like Hezbollah and fighters linked to al-Qaida are virulently opposed to Israel's existence.
The Syrian regime itself is a longtime Israeli enemy, and its citizens are banned from travel there, facing possible jail time if they are discovered. The two countries have fought two wars, and Israel has annexed the Golan Heights, a plateau it captured from Syria in 1967. President Bashar Assad and his late father Hafez, the former Syrian ruler, have used their anti-Israeli stance as a source of legitimacy and have hosted and funded anti-Israeli militants. Generations of Syrians have grown up under propaganda vilifying the Jewish state.
All of this means that the father's presence in Israel could mean trouble for his family back home from any number of groups.
Those fears, said Dr. Zonis Zeev, the head of the children's ICU at Western Galilee Medical Center in the city of Nahiriya, are often the hardest for the patients to overcome.
"Probably at some time they were told about the `animals' on the other side of the border, us, like the Zionists or the Jews," he said. "So they are terrified, and we have to treat the anxiety not less than treating the physical part. Sometimes it is much harder."
The father refused to identify even the general area in Syria where he lives, but members of the staff at the hospital believe that most of their Syrian patients live near the frontier with the Israeli-controlled Golan. When fighting picks up near that frontier, they said, they see spikes in the number of Syrians who come to the hospital.
"We get a call from the army and they say, `someone's coming in an hour,'" said Haggai Einav, the hospital spokesman.
The hospital has treated 44 Syrian patients since March 27, four of them children as young as three years old. The 12-year-old daughter is one of seven Syrians currently scattered throughout different wards of the hospital, most guarded by Israeli soldiers stationed outside their rooms. The Ziv Medical Center in the city of Safed, along with Army field hospitals, have also taken in Syrian patients.
Dr. Masad Barhoum, the director-general of the hospital, said those numbers were a "drop in the ocean" given the scale of violence in Syria. The United Nations announced last month that their estimated death toll in the Syrian civil war had topped 100,000 people. Still, he said, his doctors are proud to offer whatever help they can.
In the case of the 12-year-old girl, her father had taken her to an aunt's house, thinking she would be safer there than at home. Instead, standing in the doorway of the sitting room 16 days ago, the girl was struck by flying shrapnel. The metal damaged her kidneys and spleen and wounded her back, said Zeev, the ICU chief.
The daughter underwent surgery in a hospital in Syria. It was there, the father said, that he heard secondhand whispers that treatment was available in Israel. "I heard from people that they treat people well here," he said.
After five days in the Syrian hospital, the girl said, a relative of her aunt took her to the border. She does not know how she crossed or reached the hospital, but she arrived confused and lonely.
The hospital used Arabic-speaking teachers and social workers to talk to the girl, and the aunt of another patient, Zeev said, became like a surrogate mother to the rest of the ward. The staff provided comforts like a red stuffed elephant and portable DVD player. Her spirits were lifted five days later when her father showed up.
"Once the father arrived, the child was a different child," Zeev remembered.
The girl faces more operations, and the hospital staff is still unsure when she will be able to go home. Their youngest patient, a 3-year-old girl, had stayed at the hospital for 50 days before being discharged earlier this week.
Yet for all of the uncertainty, culture shock and danger of being found out, both father and daughter are anxious to return to Syria. The daughter said she constantly thought of her twin sister. The father, who has three more daughters at home, had a short answer when asked if he planned to go back: "Of course."
"We do all our best at the end to have a smile on the face of the child and what happened later, nobody knows," said Barhoum, the director-general of the hospital. "But you can ask ... every injured Syrian here, the first thing that he will say, I heard from him: `I want to go back home to Syria.'"
Associated Press producer Areej Hazboun contributed to this report.
Follow Max J. Rosenthal on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/AbuZilif .


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The draw for the 2018 Digicape Tand Invitational has been revealed. There are former world champions in the elite list.
One of the world's biggest and boldest bodyboarding competitions on the planet is back. The 2018 Tand Invitational is ready to kick off, and the waiting period runs from July 6-31.
The main heat draw signals the start of this window period, with pre-qualified riders entered into a draw where they are randomly assigned to one of the four quarter-final heats.
The date of the competition will only be announced two or three days beforehand, when ocean conditions are ascertained as ideal for riders.
Named after the Cape Columbine's devilish "Tand" wave, the Digicape Tand Invitational is an exclusive by-invitation-only competition, where 16 of the world's most talented riders are invited to compete against this formidable force of nature.
Riders stand a chance of taking home the sought-after title of 2018 Tand champion and R18,000 in prize money from the total purse of R30,000.
This year, the organization has made a few changes to the competition format. Four teams have been established from the pool of competitors: Locals, Legends, Young Guns and Mixed Bag.
Each quarter-final heat consists of four riders, and these riders are drawn from each of the four teams to ultimately make up a heat that consists of one Local, Legend, Young Gun and Mixed Bag team member.
As each rider progresses through the competition, they also garner points for their respective teams, thus creating an overall winning team.
"The new format has no impact on the overall event program, but adds a new dimension of excitement for competitors and spectators alike," notes Jarret Johnson, founder of the Tand Invitational.
"When the final buzzer is blown, not only will we announce this year's Tand champion, but also the overall winning team. Fans can expect a lot of action-packed entertainment from our fantastic contingent of local and international riders."


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Posting Title: ASSOCIATE STATISTICIAN, P2 (Temporary Job Opening)
Job Code Title: ASSOCIATE STATISTICIAN
Department/Office: Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean
Duty Station: SANTIAGO
Job Opening Number: 20-Statistics-ECLAC-129661-J-Santiago (X)
This position will be temporarily vacant for a period of 6 months. The Associate Statistician reports to the Director of the Division.
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at www.eclac.org for further information.
Under the overall supervision of the Director of the Statistic Division, the Associate Statistician will be responsible for the following duties:
•Assists in designing, organizing, planning and managing the collection, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of statistical and geospatial data.
•Assists in developing, implementing and managing statistical database(s).
•Assists in training and technical support on data collection programmes, country practices and other related information.
•Prepares draft technical documents for international, intergovernmental and expert group meetings and assists in drafting relevant reports.
•Assists in the organization of seminars, working groups and expert meetings.
•Guides, trains and supervises general service and professional staff in the function.
•Assists in the coordination and support in gathering and integrating information with the national statistical and geographical offices of the region.
•Performs other duties as assigned.
•Professionalism: Knowledge of national and international statistical principles and practices. Shows skills in developing sources for data collection and methodologies for statistical and geospatial data analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate options and make conclusions and recommendations. Ability to identify, extract, analyze and disseminate statistical and geospatial data. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
•Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
•Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
A first-level university degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology or related field is required.
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in statistics, finance, accounting or related area is required.
Experience working in a national statistical organisation is required.
Experience working with Latin America and the Caribbean countries is required.
Experience in Geospatial Information Management is desirable.
Experience in project / programme management in the context of international cooperation or technical assistance is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in Spanish and English is required.
NOTE: ''Fluency'' equals a rating of ''fluent'' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and ''Knowledge of'' equals a rating of ''confident'' in two of the four areas.
Applicants will be assessed based on the information provided in their PHPs. Short-listed applicants might be contact by the Hiring Manager for further assessment.
- This position will be temporarily vacant for a period of 6 months.
- A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade.
- A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further "stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…" Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
- A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories.
- A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories, on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments.
- Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
- While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
- The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
- For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.
This post is funded with extrabudgetary resources; thus, extension of appointment will be subject to availability of funds.


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Tag Archives: Community First Responders
Multitone Electronics to debut Appear Crew and Ambulance Apps at BAPCO 2018 Exhibition and Conference
Multitone Electronics plc, a specialist in the design, manufacture and implementation of integrated communication systems, will debut its Appear Crew and Ambulance Apps for emergency teams and first responders on Stand J7 at the BAPCO Conference and Exhibition 2018, which is running at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 March.
Appear Crew uses Multitone's highly successful Appear mobile platform to assist emergency crews with reliable and secure messaging. As a complement to a pager, the Appear Crew App registers a response from each crew member and tracks their progress to their station from whichever location they happen to be.
The system can also be used to track the movement of individual team members right to the fire station, showing locations on a map. This allows the Command and Control team to ensure that everyone's accounted for when required.
Multitone's Emergency Services major accounts manager Peter Eborall stated: "We anticipate great interest and demand for our Appear Crew App, which we've developed by working in close collaboration with Fire and Rescue Services. It has been extensively trialled and rigorously tested to ensure that it can be relied upon to provide the essential support needed to save lives."
Eborall added: "In addition to fire and rescue crews, the Appear Crew App is ideally suited to meet the exacting communications requirements of both RNLI and Coastguard emergency teams."
Also on Stand J7 is Multitone's new Ambulance App, which has been designed specifically to assist and co-ordinate teams from full-time paramedics to Community First Responders. "Based upon our Appear Lite solution, the Ambulance App provides highly reliable contact, with proof-of-delivery for a proven audit trail," added Eborall. "The App is highly secure, preventing sensitive information from being removed or screenshots being taken. This ensures confidentiality at all times."
The Ambulance App sends an automatic acknowledgement when the recipient receives a message such that the Command and Control team know it has been read. The App features a clear and simple-to-use interface.
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Selectamark's SelectaDNA: 'Protecting the Heart of the Community'
A team of Community First Responders has joined forces with a British Heart Foundation charity to protect public access defibrillators in the New Forest from theft. Bransgore Community First Responders and Heartstart Bransgore New Forest have marked 11 defibrillators with SelectaDNA, a forensic marking system which will enable the police to identify where they have come from in the event that they're stolen and recovered.
The defibrillators are housed in distinctive yellow cabinets and are ready to be used in cases of cardiac arrest. Local residents are within just eight minutes' reach of this vital piece of equipment.
Community First Responders are volunteers trained to attend emergency calls received by the ambulance service and provide care until medical support arrives. Other equipment carried by the team on their emergency call-outs is also being marked with SelectaDNA and registered to the national police-approved database.
Mike Jukes, group co-ordinator for Bransgore Community First Responders, said: "Although there hasn't been any problem with theft, it was considered prudent to take steps to permanently, yet discreetly mark the defibrillators in such a way that they could be identified if stolen and later recovered by the police."
In 2016, the team attended several hundred emergency calls and were available 'on-call' for over 7,000 hours, which equates to over 81% of every day averaged out across the year.
Jukes went on to explain exactly why the new SelectaDNA initiative is so important to the local community. "The potential for our team to arrive on scene before an ambulance, especially in rural areas, is vital in providing immediate life-saving treatment. Helping patients at a critical time is our primary role, and we need to be confident that vital equipment, including public access defibrillators, is there and ready to use when we need it."
Tagged as Bransgore Community First Responders, British Heart Foundation, Community First Responders, Heartstart Bransgore New Forest, Police, Pro-Activ Publications, Risk UK, SelectaDNA, Selectamark, TheSecurityLion


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Hip Strength, Ankle Instability and GRFs
Does hip strengthening affect ground reactions forces (GRFs) when landing a jump?
In other words, how does proximal stability affect distal mobility?
This study examines how hip strength affects the knees and ankles in female athletes with a history of ankle injury. Why focus on female athletes? Because females are more susceptible to ankle sprains and injuries. More specifically, female interscholastic and intercollegiate
basketball players are 25% more at risk for ankle injuries and 70% likely to have recurring ankle instability.
They hypothesized that increased hip strength (abductors and external rotators) may impact GRFs in female basketball players with limited ankle dorsiflexion.
TITLE: Changes in ground reaction force during a rebound-jump task after hip strength training for single-sided ankle dorsiflexion restriction
PUBLICATION: Journal of Physical Therapy Science
AUTHORS : Hitoshi Kondo and Fujiko Someya
Ground Reaction Force (GRF): In physics, and in particular in biomechanics, the ground reaction force (GRF) is the force exerted by the ground on a body in contact with it.
Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI): ongoing instability in the ankle which leads to and also caused by unstable ankle joints.
Maximum Voluntary Contraction (MVC): In this study maximum voluntary contractions of the hip muscles were measured before and after the intervention to ascertain if there was a change in hip muscle strength. The subject contracts a specific muscle or group of muscles as hard as possible. This contraction is measured, often with a handheld dynamometer.
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Il VII Campionato europeo di canoa polo si è tenuto a Thury-Harcourt in Francia dal 12 al 16 settembre 2007. Il torneo è stato vinto dai Paesi Bassi nella categoria maschile senior, dalla Germania nelle categorie femminile senior e femminile under 21, dalla Francia nella categoria maschile under 21.

Campionati europei di canoa polo
Sport acquatici nel 2007
Sport a Thury-Harcourt
Canoa polo in Francia

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