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The Town of Weymouth announced today that South Shore Health has been awarded Weymouth's Emergency Ambulance Service (EAS) contract. Mayor Robert Hedlund and the EAS Committee made the announcement at Town Hall with South Shore Health's representatives.
President and CEO of South Shore Health, Gene E. Green, MD, MBA, said he is grateful and proud of the new venture, noting the partnership advances the Health System's mission to offer high-quality care to the people on the South Shore.
The award is the culmination of a two-year effort by the Town of Weymouth, starting with the development of a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) and ending with an extensive review of three proposals received, submitted by Fallon Ambulance Service, Brewster Ambulance Service and South Shore Health.
"I want to thank the Review Committee for their effort and recommendation. It was clear that committee members spent a lot of time reviewing every detail of all three proposals. They had a tough choice, as all three proposals had Weymouth's best interests in mind," Mayor Hedlund said.
Under the new partnership, South Shore Health will continue to train and educate Weymouth Fire on the delivery of emergency medical services. Weymouth Fire will have access to required training through the South Shore Hospital EMS Training Division, emergency vehicle operator courses, bleeding control programs, Narcan training and more.
South Shore EMS is currently made up of 70 EMS professionals, two simulations laboratories (one mobile and one fixed) and 10 physical ambulances, which transport over 11,000 patients annually.
Plans are in place to ensure a smooth transition for a July 1 launch date.


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Germany 'sleepwalking' into new migration crisis - top MEP
Sat, 03 Dec 2022 12:00 UTC
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Ukrainian refugees arrive at Poland's Medyka border crossing
Germany is facing a new refugee influx fueled by the Ukraine conflict and the country is doing nothing to prepare for it, Manfred Weber, the president of the European People's Party (EPP), warned on Saturday.
Speaking to Welt am Sonntag newspaper, Weber, who is also the leader of the EPP Group in the European Parliament, claimed that Germany "is sleepwalking into a new migration crisis." To prove his point, he said that accommodation centers in Germany were already full, with municipal authorities in a number of other European countries under strain as well.
The politician stressed that due to the destruction of Ukrainian energy infrastructure by Russian strikes,
"we have to be ready for a large number of Ukrainians coming to the EU this winter - and many of them to Germany. I'm afraid we will experience a dramatic exodus this winter. Germany is not prepared for this situation. The federal government simply ignores the challenges."
It is possible that Germany will have to accommodate Ukrainians in gyms, as well as restricting school and business activities to handle the crisis, Weber noted.
Russian strikes on Ukraine's power plants have knocked out a significant portion of the country's energy grid. The bombardments follow Moscow's accusation that Kiev conducted "terrorist attacks" on Russian infrastructure, including the strategic Crimean Bridge.
Weber also addressed the issue of refugees coming to Europe from Africa via Italy. According to him, Germany should help Italy handle the crisis not through supporting rescue efforts, but rather by organizing joint European patrols "at the external borders of the Mediterranean."
"If you do not have a visa, a passport or a reason for asylum, you should be returned immediately," he said.
In recent months, various European countries have been stocking up on food and other supplies in anticipation of a winter influx of Ukrainian refugees.
According to UN data, about 4.8 million refugees are currently registered with various national protection schemes in Europe, with almost eight million displaced Ukrainians recorded across Europe in total.
Comment: If Germany is so unprepared, it has not been paying attention. Signs are everywhere.
No surprises here. Thought that was they're plan all along. Coward/Piven/Alinsky/Kalergi strategy cycle after cycle.
Christian83 · 2022-12-05T12:02:25Z
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Steve Bannon, WH Staff Accused of Using Personal Email to Discuss Sending Sensitive Nuclear Technology to Saudi Arabia
By Tim Marcin On 3/21/19 at 3:33 PM EDT
U.S. International Affairs STEVE Bannon Email
Representative Elijah Cummings said Thursday the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform had obtained documents showing that former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon and former Deputy National Security Adviser K.T. McFarland discussed transferring sensitive nuclear technology to Saudi Arabia, according to a letter released publicly.
Cummings's letter to White House counsel Pat Cipollone alleged that the documents showed McFarland used her personal AOL email account for official purposes, coordinating with White House officials and Tom Barrack—a friend of President Donald Trump and the chair of his inaugural committee—about sending the technology to the Saudis.
Cummings also wrote that the House committee, which he chairs, had obtained documents that appeared to show Bannon received messages to his personal email from Barrack about the technology transfer.
"These communications appear to be sent while Mr. Bannon worked at the White House in order to inform Mr. Bannon's official work relating to developing 'broader middle east policy,'" the letter read.
Steve Bannon, former adviser to President Trump, arrives at a House Intelligence Committee closed-door meeting on January 16 in Washington, D.C. Mark Wilson/Getty Images
Cummings's letter suggested the "communications raise questions about whether these officials complied with the Presidential Records Act and whether the White House identified this personal email use during its internal review and took steps to address it."
In February, a House oversight committee report alleged that national security adviser Michael Flynn pushed a plan to sell technology for nuclear power plants to Saudi Arabia, which led to concerns on the part of ethics officials. The letter was full of items that made news Thursday, including a claim that Abbe Lowell, a lawyer to White House adviser Jared Kushner, said that Kushner "has used—and continues to use—WhatsApp as part of his official duties in the White House."
According to the letter, Lowell said that Kushner wasn't violating records preservation laws because he sends screenshots to his official White House email address.
In the letter, Cummings requests further documents and information by April 4, including information on officials who used personal email addresses, text messages, messaging services or encryption software to conduct official business.
Kushner Used WhatsApp for White House Business: Lawyer
Saudi Arabia 'Made a Mockery' of the U.S., Author Says


СИБИРСКИЕ КОШКИ И СИБИРСКИЕ КОТЯТА ИЗ САНКТ-ПЕТЕРБУРГА (питомник сибирских кошек ФИАЛКА)./SIBERIAN CATS & KITTENS FROM RUSSIA (cattery FIALKA). Питомник "Фиалка"/Siberian cattery "Fialka" - КОТЁНОК ДЛЯ ВАС!/A kitten for you!
24 апреля 2011 года родился наш Пасхальный помёт "Ф" от Невы-Искандер Фиалка (окрас - голубой серебристый пятнистый тэбби с белым) и GIC(WCF/FIFe)Амура-Тиманже Фиалка (окрас - чёрный мраморный тэбби без белого). Инбридинг на линии питомника "Марцелл". 3 котёнка: 1 мальчик (чёрный пятнистый (тигровый?) тэбби - с белым); 2 девочки (чёрный пятнистый тэбби с белым и голубой пятнистый тэбби без белого). Заводчик - Григорьева Татьяна Евгеньевна.
24.04.2011 our Easter litter "F" was born from NEVA-ISKANDER FIALKA (colour: blue silver spotted tabby with white) & GIC(WCF/FIFe)AMOUR-TIMANGE FIALKA (colour: black classic tabby without white). Inbreeding for cattery "Marcell" lines. 3 kittens: 1 boy (black tabby spotted (mackerel?) tabby with white) & 2 girls (black silver spotted tabby with white & blue spotted tabby without white). Breeder - Grigoryeva Tatyana Yevgenyevna.
FRAM-JONATHAN FIALKA, male, colour: black spotted tabby with white (SIB n 24 03). The kitten got his name in honour of his grand-daddy World & Europe Champion Jonathan-Timange: in Norwegian FRAM means "Go ahead!". BTW about 30-40 years ago in Russia there was a very popular book for children about little polar bear FRAM who was left without mommy; our Fram was left by his mommy as well when he was 1 minute old. & also FRAM it was the name of the famous traveller Thor Heyerdahl ship - so, we do hope that this name will help our boy to be strong as his grandfather & overcome all the difficulties in his life. So, "Go ahead, Jonathan!" THE KITTEN IS ALREADY RESERVED!
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By Dr. Bob and Ryan Wood
Recoveries of crashed UFOs permitted us Earthlings to begin the process of "reverse engineering" to figure out how the UFO craft might work. This process may have been started by the Germans in the 1930s, but in the U.S. it surely began with the 1941 Cape Girardeau recovery, followed soon after by the crashes associated with the "Battle of Los Angeles" in February 1942, one of which permitted Navy Intelligence to start getting answers via reverse engineering[1]. The crash recovery process became so extensive that a clear need emerged for standardized covert procedures to recover UFO craft and their occupants. In this light, it seems logical that a manual would have been created to describe the overall crash-retrieval process, including the rules and procedures for ensuring absolute secrecy, for use by officers and personnel involved with the recovery of craft and occupants. Such a manual is SOM1-01, Special Operations Manual, "Extraterrestrial Entities and Technology, Recover and Disposal."
Title Page: Majestic-12 Group Special Operations Manual
While the authenticity of this manual has been demonstrated on several occasions and in several publications[2], there are still critics who proclaim on various websites that it is a hoax, that logical arguments support that contention and that it is "widely assumed" that the manual is a fake. Their reasoning often lacks specifics, relying upon extrapolations of security processes backward in time to 1954 from their experiences decades later. This article highlights and summarizes the rebuttals to such proclamations. In addition, there are several NEW pieces of evidence, presented here for the first time, that strongly favor the authenticity of SOM1-01.
Let's begin with the new, less widely known evidence.
First is the work done to identify and locate personnel with the initials EWL and JRT, as shown on the change control page. Page two of the Manual is a security control sheet, to be expected in a Top Secret document.
Change Control page i of SOM1-01 Manual
It displays the authorization for any changes to the text made after initial publication, including the dates of those changes, the authority and the initials of the officers physically making the changes in the master pages. There were two individuals, one with the initials EWL and one with the initials JRT. Ryan Wood took the initiative to find the telephone book for Albuquerque, New Mexico; and sure enough, two military officers with the correct initials were living on base (Kirtland AFB) at that time.
After examining all the phone book listings for people with last names beginning with L or T, the search yielded Col. Edward Levin (246 Perimeter Dr SE) for EWL and Lt. J. R. Totten (223 Perimeter Dr SE) for JRT. Jess R. Totten was an active 1st Lieutenant in 1954, according to the Air Force Register of January 1955[3]. What are the odds of finding two officers with the right initials, in the right time period, living on the same street at Kirtland AFB? Ryan and Bob Wood are actively pursuing verification of the relatives of possible EWL's and JRT's, because although it is an amazing coincidence, it is not proof until we can get confirmation that we have the right officers and that they or their relatives concede they were there, and they were involved. Ryan actually interviewed Jess R. Totten and showed him the SOM1-01 and the page with the initials. Totten candidly said that it wouldn't surprise him if we had a program like that, but that JRT wasn't him. So, the search continues.
Albuquerque Phone Book Totten Entry
The second new piece of evidence is the confirmation of the location on Kirtland AFB of the correct building. The back side of the cover page was stamped: "Unit KB-88, BLDG. 21. Kirtland AFB, N.MEX" as shown here. One of our investigators actually went to the base, confirmed with facilities personnel the building location for the era, and took a photograph of this building, thereby proving its reality. In addition, the abbreviation of New Mexico in 1954 was indeed N.MEX., according to the recommended U.S. Post Office instructions of that era. The use of two-letter state codes began in 1963 to make room for the use of ZIP codes.
Blow-up of Kirtland AFB, Building 21, Unit KB-88 Stamp
The third piece of evidence is establishment of provenance one step back to the location of the mailing of the canister of film to La Crosse, Wisconsin, including the handling of the original manual by another investigator (James T. Westwood). The roll of 35 mm film arrived in a canister inside a box from a pharmacy in LaCrosse, WI. This was determined by examining the Postage meter, 2223773, Postalia, La Crosse, WI, Mar 7, 1994, issued to Quillin's Drugs, shown in the image below. Knowing that it was a drug store, we were able to determine that the proprietor was the Quillin brothers. One of our investigators actually went to LaCrosse and stated that, as a result of his persistence with the secretary Helen Stewart, he was able to hold a copy of the manual that was photographed in his hand. We have his word on this statement.
The fourth piece of evidence is the discovery of a witness who handled the manual during an assignment to destroy documents while he was in the Navy. Yeoman Dale Bailey was ordered in 1976 to shred documents in the vault of Admiral Frederick H. Michaels over the weekend. When we showed Bailey a copy of the SOM1-01, he recognized it as one of the documents he had shredded, saying it was so interesting that he had read it. A detailed discussion of the investigation that led to the interview with Yeoman Bailey is awaiting publication.
Criticism by the skeptics
The skeptics initially (1996) came out with a number of criticisms of the manual's authenticity[4], some of which merited careful review and some of which were easily answered. The new SOM1-01 website (www.specialoperationsmanual.com) contains rebuttals to 63 such concerns. A typical criticism might be paraphrased, "I was highly cleared and I never saw such a manual;" (rebuttal: was he cleared in 1954, and does he understand compartmentalization?); "the security procedures don't conform to those required and in use at that time;" (security for UFO programs would likely not be consistent with more routine procedures, especially at the Top Secret level); "it might have been a 'cut and paste' job" ("might have" is not an evidentiary remark); "content of the manual is strikingly inappropriate for this stated purpose;" (read the stated purpose under "scope" on page 2); "does not meet the standard required of military manuals of this type" (it uses existing procedures well-documented elsewhere, and is probably oriented toward educating officers, not the enlisted or civilian personnel carrying out the retrieval operations). Each of these concerns and some others were treated in our initial rebuttal.[5]
A little later, after the skeptics had started to read the manual carefully, they made better points with the following questions: "Where is the document control?" (see discussion above on JRT and EWL); "Why do they talk about crashed satellites in a 1954 manual when satellites did not exist until 1957?" (we found copies of numerous public articles talking about satellites well before April 1954, and the last change page is actually 1957); "Did Area 51 and S-4 exist in 1954?" (newspaper articles say they existed as early as 1951); "Is not the Restricted marking on page one incompatible with Top Secret classification?" (there are other examples of this usage); "Isn't it true that dish radars cannot measure size and shape? (not true, because with multiple hits you can tell a lot about size and shape, plus there are records of measurements with airborne radar); "Isn't it easy to fake any type fonts today with modern technology?" (maybe today, but this was photographed in 1994, and the type fonts are consistent with those defined for use in the Government Printing Office Style Manual); "It's psychological warfare to confuse the ufology community" (how silly, why attract the concerted attention of real foreign intelligence spies to penetrate super secret organizations, details discussed in paper6).
We believe all these concerns about authenticity have been answered, thereby ending the discussion. Nevertheless, some skeptics still say, "It might have been fake," without seriously dealing with the points made in the two preceding paragraphs.
Why it's the real deal
Let's turn this around and summarize the main positive reasons why we think the SOM1-01 is genuine:
It was unquestionably printed in 1957 using a hot lead printing process. The control number shown on the title page at the bottom is exactly the right format and style. Everything about the manual is consistent with publication procedures in use by the Government Printing Office at that time. The type font is Monotype Modern.
However, the "zinger" for 1954 is the fact that the manual has several "z" letters that are raised above the rest of the type. See the nearby inset as an example. This occurred because some lint from infrequently-used letters would drop down with the hot lead "z" and not get properly seated in the plate. Such knowledge would be limited to those intimately familiar with typesetting procedures on the old hot lead printing presses. We interviewed a GPO employee who described the process and confirmed the authenticity of printing even though he was surprised at the remarkable content. We found another example of a raised "z" in an official document printed at the same time.
Image capture of raised "Z" an artifact of the Monotype Modern hot lead printing press
The 1954 printing is supported by the extreme consistency with genuine documents printed by the GPO at that time, including title page format, shadowed lettering in title, paragraph spacing, italics on lower case letters, one space after the periods, italicized dated, a document number on each page, and 6 x 9 size.
The historically accurate use of capitalization in "First Aid" and two words rather than one for "screw driver" are just a few examples of authentic subtleties in the text.
The newly reported finding of a witness who saw the document as he was shredding it; the near-confirmation of the identity of JRT and EWL, the change control officers; the report of the investigator who held it in his hand; and the validation of the existence of the cited buildings at Kirtland AFB are, collectively, very impressive additional attributes of a clearly authentic manual.
Finally, even if a skeptic finally accepted that it was indeed printed in 1957 (the last date on the change control page), the only remaining rebuttal might be that it was a 1957 disinformation campaign to confuse the Soviets or some other potential enemy. Psychological warfare efforts such as this have been extensively discussed in an article by one of the authors[6]
[1] MUFON Journal June 2010, Robert Wood, "Leaked Documents shed new light on outcome of 'Battle of Los Angeles.'"
[2] MAJIC EYES ONLY – Earth's Encounters with Extraterrestrial Technology, p 6-9; and the 2004 UFO Crash Retrieval Conference, available at www.majesticdocuments.com .
[3] Air Force Register, Department of the Air Force, 1 January 1955.
[4] Joint Statement on SOM1-01 Manual purporting to confirm MJ-12, Skywatch International, March 22, 1999.
[5] Comments on the Joint statement on SoM1-01, posted by Skywatch International, date TBD.
[6] Psychological Warfare & and the Majestic Documents: Little Evidence of Deception, 2000, www.majesticdocuments.com
Copyright © 2023 SOM1-01


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Home National News Smt Anupriya Patel inaugurates the 'International Digital Health Symposium'
Smt Anupriya Patel inaugurates the 'International Digital Health Symposium'
New Delhi: "India has taken the digital inclusion approach to ensure all levels of health services and to include appropriate digital health interventions." This was stated by Smt. Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare at the inaugural session of the 'International Digital Health Symposium,' here today. Smt. Anupriya Patel also inaugurated the exhibition on Digital Health as part of the Symposium, where participant countries along with various Government Ministries, states and other stakeholders showcased key innovations, implementation experiences and innovative Digital Health Interventions.
The Digital Health Symposium follows the two-day Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) summit and allows wide engagement with innovators, clinical leaders, academia, researchers, healthcare establishments, government representatives, international and national technical experts, entrepreneurs and the research community.
Mr Upendra Yadav, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health, Nepal, Dr Arlindo Nascimento do Rosário, Minister of Health, Cape Verde, Dr Ulana Suprun, Minister of Health, Ukraine Mr Faizal Cassim, Deputy Minister of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous, Sri Lanka, Dr. Shah Mahir, State Minister of Health, Maldives also graced the inaugural session and reiterated their commitment towards the digital health agenda. Dr VK Paul, Member, NITI Aayog, Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, Regional Director, World Health Organization, South-East Asia Region, Ms Preeti Sudan, Secretary (Health) and Shri Sanjeeva Kumar, AS, were also present at the Symposium
Smt Anupriya Patel further stated that the Government's policies have essentially included the affordability, accessibility and availability of healthcare services to all citizens as an action item. "We have successfully been able to provide healthcare to each citizen through various interventions. It is here we are leveraging digital health interventions to maximize impact," she added.
Dr. V K Paul, Member, NITI Aayog said that India is ready to take the big leap in digital health. "India shall soon be unveiling the India's National Health stack and is focused on creating digital revolution encompassing national nutrition mission, telemedicine and other interventions with focus on aspirational districts. We envision that by year 2022, all the 1.3 billion Indians will have digital health records," Dr Paul elaborated.
Dr. Poonam Khetrapal Singh, Regional Director, World Health Organization, South-East Asia Region stated that adequate planning and designing with focus on people centered care, adhering to standard and guidelines and interoperable solutions, can save time and money. "WHO will facilitate the collaboration and to establish specific mechanism to centrally coordinate digital health to assist among key stakeholders in member states for sustainable introduction of digital technologies and maximize the use of digital health," she mentioned.
Ms. Preeti Sudan, Secretary (Health), stated that Ministers and government officials from over 34 countries attended the 4th Global Digital Health Partnership Summit, and the Delhi Declaration on Digital Health adopted affirms the attainment of sustainable development goals and to improve the health and wellbeing of citizens through the best use of evidence based digital technologies. "The international symposium organised today further builds to discuss the impact of digital technologies on health systems and health services delivery," she added.
The Symposium provided a forum to learn from key global leaders in the field of digital health and innovation. This was an opportunity for countries to showcase key innovations and share experiences of implementing digital health interventions for health systems strengthening and Universal Health Coverage.
The Symposium held discussions on various themes such as Futuristic Health Systems, Challenges in Health IT Sector, Privacy and Security in the Digital Arena, Aadhaar and National Health Stack, Innovation Ecosystem, Start-ups and AI for Health, Digital Health Innovations for transforming primary care, Remote Monitoring/Wearables /IOT/Home based care, National health information systems, Financing Digital Health, Public Health Surveillance Systems, Enabling Environment for Public Private Partnerships in Digital Health, Personalized Precision Medicine leading to possible policy interventions and clear outcomes.
Approximately 700 delegates including high level delegates from the government, stakeholders from academia, clinical leaders, government institutions, healthcare institutions, researchers, innovators, start-ups, entrepreneurs, non-governmental organization and industry participants from international, regional and national levels from the networks of individuals and organizations participated in the above symposium.
The Symposium was live webcasted and the archived videos are also available from: http://www.gdhpindia.org/webcasting-gallery.aspx/, on the official website of '4th Summit of Global Digital Health Partnership and International Digital Health Symposium'.
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Zion National Park in Utah being overrun by…
Zion National Park in Utah being overrun by visitors
Jack Broom, Seattle Times/MCT
The rugged peaks of the Court of the Patriarchs are among the best-known features of Zion National Park in southwest Utah, which gets three million visitors a year.
January 1, 2017 at 8:47 p.m.
SALT LAKE CITY — Officials at southern Utah's Zion National Park say they're being overrun by visitors, even during the usual winter lull.
Rangers have had to block tour buses and oversize vehicles from Zion Canyon to control the crowds during the holiday season and close the road, The Salt Lake Tribune reported. Cars are sometimes rushed through the toll gate without the usual $30-per-vehicle charge as traffic backs up into neighboring Springdale.
Visitation is expected to top 4 million for 2016, a record. The number of visitors headed to see snow-covered red rock during the park's offseason has jumped by the biggest margin, ticking up nearly 70 percent since 2010. Other national parks reported record attendance in 2016. Nearly 3 million people visited Glacier National Park in Montana last year, a record, officials said.
Winter used to be a quiet time at Zion National Park, which is 160 miles from Las Vegas and about 300 miles from Salt Lake City. But that's rapidly changing, park ranger John Marciano said.
"It used to be a time to breathe, regroup and rehire," he said. "Many of the park rangers have different positions. We are stretched so thin we have to rotate positions."
Some Springdale residents, meanwhile, are calling on the state to tone down its "Mighty Five" tourism campaign focused on the state's national parks.
"We are ruining our park with too many people. It has not been fun," town councilwoman and park volunteer Lisa Zumpft said. "I would like to see our town protected because it is losing its character."
The winter crowds don't necessarily translate into more traffic at town businesses, gallery owner Tina Fairlamb said. "I see a lot of cars coming and going, but I don't see a lot stopping," she said.
The park has a mandatory shuttle system in the summer, but the service is curtailed in the winter, meaning more visitors use cars.
The number of emergency calls has also nearly doubled in the last four years to 686 in 2015, according to park officials.
Zion National Park leaders are working on a new master plan for managing the ever-growing crowds that have waits for the shuttle topping two hours at times. Park officials could institute a timed-entry or reservation system, or develop trails that encourage non-motorized transport. The final plan is expected in fall 2018.
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Privatisation of energy produces no benefits for consumers
20th Feb 2014 2:36 PM | Updated: 2:36 PM
PRIVATISATION of energy markets had produced no benefits for consumers, and created "large fiscal losses to the public", according to a Queensland academic.
The economist has called for critical energy infrastructure to be returned to public hands, saying the privatisation of electricity networks had been a failure across Australia.
Professor John Quiggin, a laureate fellow at the University of Queensland, reviewed energy sector privatisation and the related process of electricity market reform between the early 1990s and now.
Despite movements by both the Queensland and New South Wales governments towards electricity privatisations, Prof Quiggin found not long terms for government or consumers.
His report, funded by the Victorian branch of the Electrical Trades Union, found electricity prices were highest in privatised states, and had "risen sharply" since the introduction of the National Electricity Market.
The research showed many of the claimed benefits of privatisation have not been supported, including a massive jump in complaints to the energy ombudsman in privatised states, from 500 to more than 50,000 a year.
It also revealed resources were moved away from operating power networks to management and marketing, and promised increases to investment efficiency had not occurred.
Prof Quiggin said after 20 years of privatisation, "it is evident to everyone" that the electricity reforms begun in the 1990s had not delivered the promised outcomes.
"Privatisation, corporatisation and the creation of electricity markets were supposed to give consumers lower prices and more choice, to promote efficiency and the reliability in the electricity network and to drive better investment decisions for new generation and improved transmission and distribution networks," he said.
"None of these promises have been delivered. Prices have risen dramatically.
"Consumer choice has meant the removal of the secure low-cost supply consumers previously enjoyed and its replacement with a bewildering array of offers, all at costs inflated by the huge expansion in marketing and managerial costs."
Prof Quiggin argued that "in the face of this record of failure", reformers have claimed the only option was to push on with more privatisations.
He said such arguments were "baseless", and privatisation of energy markets had produced no benefits for consumers, and created "large fiscal losses to the public".
Power sell-offs see price complaints rise to 50,000 a year


A group of researchers meticulously reviewed the statistical evidence and their findings are absolutely shocking.4 These researchers have authored a paper titled "Death by Medicine" that presents compelling evidence that today's system frequently causes more harm than good. This fully referenced report shows the number of people having in-hospital, adverse reactions to prescribed drugs to be 2.2 million per year. The number of unnecessary antibiotics prescribed annually for viral infections is 20 million per year. The number of unnecessary medical and surgical procedures performed annually is 7.5 million per year. The number of people exposed to unnecessary hospitalization annually is 8.9 million per year.
We had intended to publish the entire text of "Death By Medicine" in this month's issue. The article uncovered so many problems with conventional medicine however, that it became too long to fit within these pages. We have instead put it on our website (www.lef.org). We placed this article on our website to memorialize the failure of the American medical system. By exposing these gruesome statistics in painstaking detail, we provide a basis for competent and compassionate medical professionals to recognize the inadequacies of today's system and at least attempt to institute meaningful reforms. Natural medicine is under siege, as pharmaceutical company lobbyists urge lawmakers to deprive Americans of the benefits of dietary supplements. Drug-company front groups have launched slanderous media campaigns to discredit the value of healthy lifestyles. The FDA continues to interfere with those who offer natural products that compete with prescription drugs.
These attacks against natural medicine obscure a lethal problem that until now was buried in thousands of pages of scientific text. In response to these baseless challenges to natural medicine, the Nutrition Institute of America commissioned an independent review of the quality of "government-approved" medicine. The startling findings from this meticulous study indicate that conventional medicine is "the leading cause of death" in the United States . The Nutrition Institute of America is a nonprofit organization that has sponsored independent research for the past 30 years. To support its bold claim that conventional medicine is America 's number-one killer, the Nutritional Institute of America mandated that every "count" in this "indictment" of US medicine be validated by published, peer-reviewed scientific studies.
What you are about to read is a stunning compilation of facts that documents that those who seek to abolish consumer access to natural therapies are misleading the public.
Over 700,000 Americans die each year at the hands of government-sanctioned medicine, while the FDA and other government agencies pretend to protect the public by harassing those who offer safe alternatives.
After the publication of this book, Gary Null went on to make this eye opening and award winning documentary film that without a shadow of a doubt proves how corrupt the pharmacurical companies really have become. We highly recommend watching this documentary and to share this article to create awareness.
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Save or splurge? Experts reveal how to save money on your beauty routine
Building a proper beauty routine can be a daunting and sometimes pricey task. The good...
Building a proper beauty routine can be a daunting and sometimes pricey task. The good news is that, as with many things in life, this is one area where a little budgeting and expert intel can go a long way in helping you stretch those hard-earned dollars.
Before you overspend on another mascara (you don't have to shell out big bucks for big results) or sell yourself short on a skin-saving serum (consider this one a worthy investment), read on as pros take on the role of your personal shopper. We asked experts to break down exactly when to save and when to splurge on popular makeup, skin care and hair care categories — and they shared some of their personal product picks along the way!
Makeup to save on: blush, mascara, lipstick and eyebrow pencils
1. Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel Cream
With so many amazing new drugstore formulas on the market, New York-based makeup artist Mary Irwin says a healthy-looking flush is something that shouldn't be hard to come by.
"I don't see a need to spend more unless the blush is really incredible," Irwin said. "As far as affordable brands go, I'm seeing some stunning options from Milani, Maybelline, NYX and Juvia's Place."
Irwin's current favorite is this gel-cream from Maybelline for its natural finish and flexibility.
"The oil-free formula is lightweight and buildable, offering breathable color that you can control," Irwin said. "The squeezable tube is also convenient, especially for traveling."
2. L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara
Irwin also thinks mascara is one of drugstore beauty's strong suits.
"Mascara is a very personal choice, in which one person's go-to could be the next person's nightmare, so the great thing about drugstore mascaras is that you can try three or four formulas for the price of one expensive one," Irwin said.
For Tara Dowburd, a makeup artist and founder of Make-Up Therapy, nothing beats the tried-and-true L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara.
"It thickens, lengthens and separates lashes just as well — if not better — than popular luxury formulas," she said.
"You can't talk about drugstore mascara without mentioning L'Oréal Voluminous! It can be found in the kit of every single makeup artist I've ever met," added Irwin, who also touts the benefits of budget-friendly brands like Pacifica Beauty, Maybelline and Milani.
3. Winky Lux Uni-Brow
Katherine Dorn, a celebrity makeup artist at Pierre Michel Salon, has found that brow formulas don't typically differ as much, with consumers often paying more for a brand name and packaging.
"You can find awesome eyebrow pencils at your local beauty supply store or drugstore," she said. "I think brow gels can vary more based on whether it is just a gel or has a tint, but I also gravitate towards the cheaper end here and look for ones that will keep your hairs looking full and in place. If you're going for a natural look, you can definitely find great options under $20."
This "uni-brow" from Winky Lux is as convenient as it is versatile.
"It has a slanted pencil on one side for drawing small hairs and filling in any patches, and a spoolie brush on the other for grooming untamed hairs," Dorn told us. "It creates a natural effect and the universal shade looks good on all hair colors."
4. L'Oréal Colour Riche Lipcolour
Swiping on, or swapping in, a pigment-packed lipstick is one of the easiest and cost-effective ways to switch up your look.
"If you're like me, you like to have multiple color and texture options when it comes to lipsticks and lip glosses, depending on your mood, what you are wearing, and where you are going that day or night," Dowburd said. "The good news is that the lip category in drugstores tends to be very affordable, making it easier on your wallet to purchase a variety."
The Colour Riche Lipcolour from L'Oréal boasts saturated, lasting color without stripping lips of moisture.
"Each lipstick in this line has a silky-smooth texture and is super-hydrating (because of omega 3, vitamin E and argan oil)," Dowburd said. "It stays on like nobody's business and comes in 40 brilliant shades that I can use on my clients, from the darkest to the lightest skin tones."
Some of her favorite universal shades include Spice, Brazil Nut, Toasted Almond and Nature's Blush.
Makeup to splurge on: brushes, eye shadow, foundation and setting powder
1. Bobbi Brown Full Coverage Face Brush
When it comes to makeup, experts say application can be just as important as the formulas themselves.
"Good brushes make application much easier and they will typically last a long time," Dowburd told us. "More expensive versions are typically made with natural bristles sewn in, whereas cheaper ones are often made with synthetic materials that are glued in and therefore more likely to break or fall out easily."
Dowburd has come to rely on Bobbi Brown for its sleek, comfortable-to-hold designs and durability.
"The bristles are tightly packed so they don't shed easily," she told us. "This face brush (which has nearly 9,000 likes from Sephora customers) cleanly blends liquid and cream foundations to give your face an airbrush-like finish, without having makeup look or feel too heavy on the skin." The Bobbi Brown Powder Brush, Blush Brush and Eye Sweep Brush are also among those in her collection.
2. Smashbox Cover Shot Eye Palette in Ablaze
A quality eye shadow comes with a certain set of criteria: it needs to go on smoothly and delicately (the skin around your eyes is among the thinnest and therefore most sensitive), be blendable, and withstand creasing and blinking.
"My clients typically need their eye makeup to last multiple hours, so using a better quality eyeshadow makes a huge difference," explained Dowburd.
If you're looking for long-lasting color, Dowburd thinks Smashbox is worth every penny.
"Smashbox eyeshadows tend to blend more easily, don't fade or crease easily, and have incredible staying power so you don't have to worry about looking in the mirror constantly to make sure they're still on," she siad. "They also tend to have more pigment so they last longer and you end up using less product, which may save you money in the long run."
Dowburd is also a big fan of Charlotte Tilbury Eye Luxury Eye Shadow Palettes.
3. Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation
Neil Scibelli, a celebrity makeup artist and beauty expert in New York City, has come across some substantial drugstore foundations, but hasn't been able to ditch his luxury formulas.
"It's important for foundations to be a perfect match for your skin tone, and also blend into your skin without the wrong undertone, which is where I see the difference most," he said. "Luxury foundations tend to have a more neutral range of undertones, and wear smoothly throughout the day."
"More expensive formulas tend to have an elegance that make them easier to apply," added Carissa Passerella of Hooked on Beauty. "Whether it's a silky liquid or powder mineral version, you're literally wearing your investment on your face."
Often hailed as the gold standard of foundations, Scibelli says he's been using the Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation on clients for years.
"It gives the perfect amount of coverage while still having your skin peek through," he said. "It has a soft luminous finish to it, which gives the skin a beautiful radiance."
Dowburd is also a believer. "I love the glowy healthy finish that it leaves on the skin, without looking too shiny," she told us. "So many of my clients have to look just as fabulous in person as they do on camera, and their makeup needs to last. I prefer to apply it with a damp Beautyblender sponge."
4. Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder
New York-based celebrity makeup artist Shira Aaron told us a quality setting powder can make a big difference in the wear of your makeup.
"Dust it lightly on top of your liquid or cream foundation to lock it into place," she said. "The best formulas are translucent, talc-free and finely milled, ideally with light-reflecting particles that can help blur pores, fine lines and any other imperfections."
According to Aaron, the Laura Mercier Setting Powder has earned its cult status.
"The bestselling powder (which has a near five-star rating from Laura Mercier customers) is finely milled, doesn't settle into fine lines, and never looks cakey," she told us.
Skin care to save on: moisturizer, cleanser and sunscreen
1. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream
If you're splurging on your serum, which goes on your skin first, Scibelli says you can typically save when it comes to your moisturizer.
"Many affordable moisturizers now contain ingredients that are comparable to luxury ones (such as hyaluronic acid, retinol and anti-aging peptides), so I would look for labels that include them if possible," he told us.
Scibelli suggests this gel-cream from Neutrogena for its lightweight texture and plumping, hydrating capabilities.
"Neutrogena's use of hyaluronic acid in this product is a true example of powerful luxury ingredients made accessible," he said. "It also works great under makeup because there's no residue."
2. AcneFree Blackhead Removing Scrub
Given the wide array of sophisticated solutions (and the fact that you'll typically be relying on other products to do more heavy lifting), experts say you can opt for a more affordable cleanser.
"There are lots of good drugstore buys that offer gentle cleansing — either creamy or foaming — including some with salicylic acid for those who are acne-prone," explained Dr. Hadley King, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. "Other active ingredients like anti-aging peptides or antioxidants will have more impact in your leave-on products (like serums)."
King recommends formulas with salicylic acid for exfoliating skin and removing excess sebum, especially for those with oily skin types.
"Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) which, similar to an alpha-beta hydroxy (AHA), dissolves the bonds that hold dull, dead skin cells on the surface of the skin so the skin will gently shed, revealing smoother, brighter skin underneath," King said while describing the AcneFree Blackhead Removing Scrub. "This is a great 2% salicylic acid product that is also formulated with charcoal to help absorb oil."
Sarah Akram, a master celebrity esthetician and founder of Sarah Akram Skincare, also likes Garnier Micellar Cleansing Waters as a gentle cleanser and makeup remover for sensitive skin types.
3. La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 50
While many experts say sunscreen as a category is one of the most important investments you can make for protecting and preserving your skin, you typically don't need to break the bank on the sunscreen itself.
"The best way to go is with a mineral or physical sunscreen," Akram said. "Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing the UV rays and turning them into heat through a chemical reaction, whereas physical sunscreens block UV rays. A mineral sunscreen has microscopic-sized physical SPFs, such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, that apply smoothly and sit on the surface of the skin, reflecting the sun's UV rays."
"I always tell my patients to start out with the highest SPF possible," added Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. "In the real world, they aren't applying as much as they should, so the level of protection gets diluted out."
One of Akram's go-to sunscreens is this gentle lotion from La Roche-Posay, which offers broad-spectrum protection.
"It's formulated to be safe for use on your face and body with a 100% mineral sunscreen," Akram said. "It's also oil-free and noncomedogenic, so it's safe for acne-prone skin."
Skin care to splurge on: serum, eye cream and face/body oil
1. iS Clinical Active Serum
When it comes to achieving great skin, our experts agree that a quality serum will work hard for your money.
"The reason that serums are so expensive is because they use high concentrations of active ingredients," Zeichner told us. "Many of these ingredients require special formulations to maintain their stability and ensure penetration into the skin."
"Other types of facial products, like creams or lotions, have added emollients and higher amounts of fillers and are typically not as concentrated as serums," added Anna Guanche, a board-certified dermatologist, beauty expert and founder of the Bella Skin Institute. "The thinner, lighter consistency allows for ease of penetration into the skin and also allows for product layering."
This multitasking potion from iS Clinical has garnered a five-star rating for its ability to combat signs of aging while keeping oil under control.
"It minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves blemishes, smooths the skin, and reduces the appearance of enlarged pores," Guanche said. "As with most serums, a little goes a long way!"
2. La Mer The Eye Concentrate
Similar to a serum, Dowburd says eye cream is a product where you can typically expect to get what you put in.
"You are paying for the quality of ingredients and the technology and science that was used to create it," explained Dowburd. "Your under-eye area in particular is very delicate, therefore you want to protect it and be as gentle as possible with what you choose to you apply in that area."
La Mer has made a name for itself with a range of ultra-luxury formulas, including its popular Eye Concentrate.
"This concentrate is like a drink of water for my under eyes, keeping them bright, smooth and hydrated, while minimizing the appearance of fine lines," Dowburd said. "It contains the brand's patented Concentrated Miracle Broth that absorbs right into the skin and, as powerful as it is, remains gentle enough for the most sensitive of skin types … like mine!"
3. Carter + Jane The Everything Oil
Body and facial oils are often more on the pricey side — and for good reason. It's important that a good amount of care (and often funding) go into the sourcing of ingredients and formulations of oils to ensure they nourish and penetrate the skin without causing irritation or breakouts.
"Oils tend to use botanical extracts that are much more costly to produce as compared to lab-made ingredients," Zeichner said.
"The quality and processing of these oils will determine how effective they are and how potent their antioxidant, anti-aging and other properties are, and that they are noncomedogenic," King added.
King relies on this "everything oil" from Carter + Jane for keeping facial skin primed and protected.
"It contains cold-pressed, organic prickly pear seed oil, organic avocado oil, organic sweet almond oil and organic aloe vera," she said. "Together, these ingredients work to brighten the skin by offering antioxidant protection, anti-inflammatory properties, increased cell turnover, hydration and increased collagen production."
She also likes Herla Gold Supreme Illuminating Body Oil for a healthy, below-the-neck shimmer.
Hair care to save on: masks, hair brushes and accessories
1. It's a 10 Miracle Mask
When it comes to keeping hair moisturized, Los Angeles-based celebrity hairstylist Bradley Leake says consistency is key, so he suggests opting for a more affordable option and upping your at-home treatments.
"I recommend masking every two weeks, and more often when preparing hair for a color appointment," he advised.
This mask from It's a 10 is formulated with vitamins A and E for nursing dry, malnourished strands back to life.
"The goal of a hair mask is to repair the hair internally," Leake said. "Typically women experiencing breakage, dry brittle ends, or damage from excessive hair color will benefit from the vitamins and proteins in this mask."
2. Wet Brush Speed Dry Hair Brush
When shopping for a new brush, Leake says the focus should be on finding the right one for your hair type and needs, and not an expensive label.
"There are many affordable brushes that will leave your hair smooth and tangle-free just as easily for a fraction of the price," he said.
He particularly loves the Wet Brush Speed Dry Hair Brush for its sleek and functional design.
"This brush is great for removing tangles from wet adult and children's hair. The vented design also speeds up drying time for a faster blowout," said Leake, who suggests a boar-bristle brush for helping to smooth and eliminate frizz.
3. Basic B Beauty Leopard Hair Scarf
Hair accessories are having a big moment, as they prove the perfect solution for styling in a pinch.
"Clips, barrettes and headbands are so trendy and can easily change with your mood or outfit, which is why having a few great affordable pieces is the way to go!" Leake said.
Leake loves the versatility of a hair scarf, which can be wrapped around a bun or tied around your head like a headband to conceal roots until your next color appointment. He especially loves the designs offered by Basic B Beauty.
"Who doesn't love a little leopard print?" Leake said. "This one comes in three different patterns to match your mood."
Hair care to splurge on: shampoo, extensions and heat tools
1. Color Wow Color Security Shampoo
Starting with a clean slate is the first and most crucial step to achieving a beautiful mane.
"Using a shampoo that is free of sulfates and isn't going to weigh your hair down or leave a residue behind is important for stimulating new hair growth and managing buildup, which means you also shouldn't have to shampoo as often," Leake explained. He also recommends consulting with your hairstylist on a professional conditioner specific to your hair condition and type.
Leake's current obsession is the Color Wow Color Security Shampoo, which he says offers a deep yet gentle clean and helps to neutralize the hair's pH.
"It's sulfate-free, but does have a generous lather, unlike other sulfate-free shampoos," Leake told us. "Color Wow is also great for all hair types and textures, as well as extensions as it contains no silicones or pearlizing agents, which also dull color-treated hair."
2. Hidden Crown Clip Ins
Leake recommends temporary extensions as an easy way to up the ante when it comes to volume or length.
"High-quality extensions will last for years," he said. "Good hair extensions are double-drawn (they are full) and made of Remy human hair, which means they can be heat styled. I'd recommend temporary extensions, such as clip-in or tape-in extensions, before jumping into the commitment of permanent extensions."
Leake loves Hidden Crown's assortment for adding extra hair to clients for special events.
"Their double-drawn, human hair extensions come in shades for every color and have a range of styling options, including clip-less, clip-ins, toppers, and even ponytail pieces," he said. "The clip-in sets are very unique and such great quality."
3. Boujee Beauty Boujee Infused Straightener
Stylists warn that regular — and especially excessive — heat styling can take its toll on hair.
"High-quality hot tools will save your hair from excessive damage and some time in your morning schedule," Leake said. "They should also last longer (check for a warranty) and provide longer-lasting results (meaning you don't have to use them as often)."
He recommends the Boujee Beauty Boujee Infused Straightener, which is designed with a special steam vapor technology that Leake says will smooth even the most stubborn of strands.
"The advanced technology will speed up styling time and efficiency, and the optional infused argan oil leaves the hair healthy, shiny, and styled to perfection," he said. "It also has six temperature settings, heats up to 450 degrees, and has a one-hour auto shut-off for added safety."
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He's written comics for Mass Effect, Iron Man, The Simpsons, and Indiana Jones. Production notes on all his works can be found at his fiction site. He is also a comics industry historian, specializing in studying comic-book circulation as presented John Jackson Miller has spent a lifetime immersed in the worlds of fantasy and science fiction. He's known for his Star Wars work, including Star Wars: Knight Errant, his national bestselling novel from Del Rey; Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith, his e-book series with more than a million downloads; and his long-running Knights of the Old Republic comics series. His Overdraft: The Orion Offensive Kindle serial will be collected in July 2013, and his Star Wars: Kenobi hardcover releases in August.
The second season of Star Trek: Discovery goes live on Thursday, Jan. 19, featuring the return of U.S.S. Enterprise under Christopher Pike — and the story of where they were all during the first season is about to be told, too. I know because I'm telling it— in Star Trek: Discovery - The Enterprise War, my new novel releasing on July 30 from Gallery Books!
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HGO Tries Again For Another Holiday Opera With The House Without a Christmas Tree
D. L. Groover
(L-R) Megan Mikailovna Samarin as Clara Mae, Patricia Schuman as Grandma and Lauren Snouffer as Addie in The House Without a Christmas Tree.
Photo by Lynn Lane
D. L. Groover | December 1, 2017 | 12:28pm
In its perennial odyssey to find the perfect seasonal cash-cow equivalent to rival Houston Ballet's The Nutcracker and Alley Theatre's A Christmas Carol, Houston Grand Opera has come up with another ugly sweater.
Why is it that opera seems incapable of creating an original, contemporary, family-friendly holiday musical?
It's not HGO's fault there are none out there. Only Gian Carlo Mennoti's radiant fable Amahl and the Night Visitors (1951) is the perfect Christmas opera. Maybe its Christian message is too blunt for today's diversity crowd. Too bad.
Last season, HGO commissioned It's a Wonderful Life from opera's most prolific and successful composer, Jake Heggie (Moby Dick, Dead Man Walking, The End of the Affair). Sadly, Heggie's opera misfired with its utterly bland retelling of the beloved Frank Capra classic movie. In 2015, HGO revived its 2003 world premiere of Rachel Portman and Nicholas Wright's Little Prince. Twee and undistinguished, it was no crowd-pleaser, although its desert setting and fantastic costumes overshadowed the derivative film-score music. In 2014, HGO premiered Iain Bell and Simon Callow's painful one-man A Christmas Carol, which drove the little ones screaming out of the opera house, never to return, swiftly followed by the adults.
This Christmas's attempt to woo the kiddies and their parents back to the "Opera Holiday Series" is Ricky Ian Gordon and Royce Vavrek's The House Without a Christmas Tree.
This astringent, non-melodic adaptation of Gail Rock's TV movie (1972) elicits no warm-hearted nostalgic smiles, no snow-encrusted bursts of holiday cheer, not even a smirk of Hallmark card sentiment. We hardly respond at all. We sit in a stupor, hoping the work might eventually catch fire, while we glance at our watches waiting for the show to end.
Didn't anyone at HGO hear this work in progress? Or by then was it too late to cancel the commission? Who thought this was a good kid opera? Allen Moyer's revolving set is handsome Norman Rockwell redux, although it seems that the Motion Picture Production Code butted in and removed the toilet from the family's bathroom. The set revolves, the score stays in place.
No self-respecting kid would admire anything about this opera except its brevity; although at 80 minutes, it's still too long. Believe me, sitting in the Resilience Theater, House seems longer than Gotterdammerung, and I adore Gotterdammerung.
This is heresy I know, but can't composer Gordon (The Grapes of Wrath, A Coffin in Egypt) give us a melody that stays with us, something we can whistle when the show's over? Something, however brief, to remember the show by? Is it so reactionary to expect a hit tune?
Gordon gives us a faux carol to hang our ears on, but everything else is spiky, disjointed, or dull. Where's the music of the late '40s when this story is set? Where's the Big Band sound to set the mood, to riff and play against? Instead, we get high tessitura for teen Addie (soprano Lauren Snouffer) and jagged musical lines for everyone else. Gordon doesn't differentiate. Every character sounds alike.
Precocious Addie lives with her Dad (Daniel Belcher) and Grandma (Patricia Schuman). Quick to anger, he won't allow any vestige of Christmas in the house, especially a tree. You see, his wife died during the holidays after giving birth to Addie, and the scar has left him emotionally paralyzed. Why this has never been told to Addie is a mystery the opera does not divulge. When she wins her class tree in a lottery and brings it into the house, Dad blows a gasket. Addie drags the tree over to poor girl Gloria's house and gives it to her. This selfless gesture awakens Dad's inner child, and he buys Addie a tree of her own.
Librettist Vavrek pads the plot with classmates, teacher (Heidi Stober, tripling roles of ghost Mom and adult Addie), best friend Clara Mae (Megan Mikailovna Samarin), and puppy crush Billy (Maximilian Maclas). It's all for naught, for these everyday scenes drag on the opera as if an anchor's been thrown.
Listen, I want kids to go to the opera – just like I want them to go to the theater. They must experience the exultant glories of Mozart, Verdi, Strauss, Wagner; yes, even Gordon, if only he'd allow it. But he won't budge. He refuses to be accessible.
If the Holiday Family Series is truly meant for children (and children of all ages), HGO should get its act together. No matter how professionally produced – and every one of the company's holiday premieres has been marvelously staged – who wants to be turned off by the music? Eager and wide-eyed, we anxiously wait under the tree to open that musical present. This season we get coal again.
The House Without a Christmas Tree. Through December 17 at 7 p.m. Thursdays, Friday, Saturday and Wednesday; and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Resilience Hall, George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas. Sung in English with projected text. For information, call 713-228-6737 or visit houstongrandopera.org. $25 - $102.
D.L. Groover has contributed to countless reputable publications including the Houston Press since 2003. His theater criticism has earned him a national award from the Association of Alternative Newsmedia (AAN) as well as three statewide Lone Star Press Awards for the same. He's co-author of the irreverent appreciation, Skeletons from the Opera Closet (St. Martin's Press), now in its fourth printing.


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Senate Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice Committee - February 21, 2017
250 State Capitol
Chair Weiler called the meeting to order at 4:16 p.m.
Sen. Hillyard moved to approve the minutes of the February 17, 2017 meeting.
S.B. 225 Judgment Interest Rate Amendments (Bramble, C.)
Sen. Hillyard moved to amend S.B. 225 with Amendment #1.
Sen. Bramble explained the bill.
Sen. Hillyard moved to pass S.B. 225 out favorably.
S.B. 232 Cyber Exploitation Amendments (Bramble, C.)
Sen. Bramble presented the bill with the assistance of Ms. Analea Pattersen, Partner, Orrick's Public Policy Group
Ms. Shelley Coudault, Assistant Attorney General, spoke to the bill.
Ms. Jessica Farnsworth, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Attorney General's Office, spoke in favor of the bill.
Mr. Will Carlson, Salt Lake County Attorney's Office, Statewide Association of Prosecutors, spoke in favor of the bill.
S.B. 146 Constable Amendments (Fillmore, L.)
Sen. Fillmore explained the bill.
Sen. Thatcher moved to replace S.B. 146 with 1st Substitute S.B. 146.
Mr. Steve Maese, Wasatch Constables, spoke in opposition to the bill.
Mr. John Sindt, Salt Lake Constables, spoke in opposition to the bill.
Sen. Thatcher moved to amend 1st Substitute S.B. 146 with Amendment #1.
Sen. Thatcher moved to go to the next item on the agenda.
Sen. Davis moved to go to the next item on the agenda with the provision that if the bill does not pass it will go to interum.
S.B. 237 Servicemembers Custody and Visitation Amendments (Hillyard, L.)
Sen. Hillyard presented the bill with the assistance of Mr. Brian, Garrett, Chair, Salt Lake Military Affairs Committee and Col. Tyler Smith, Legislative Liaison, Utah National Guard.
Ms. Dani Hartsvigsen, Coalition for the Preservation of Family Values, spoke to the bill.
S.B. 235 Assault and Threat of Violence Amendments (Thatcher, D.)
Sen. Thatcher explained the bill.
Dr. Ellen Brady spoke in opposition to the bill.
Sen. Thatcher moved to pass S.B. 235 out favorably.
Sen. Hillyard assumed the chair.
S.B. 239 Interfering with a Peace Officer (Weiler, T.)
Sen. Weiler moved to amend S.B. 239 with Amendment #1.
Sen. Weiler presented the bill with the assistance of Craig Kleinman, Deputy City Attorney, West Jordan City.
Ms. Marina Lowe, Legislative Council, ACLU, spoke in favor of the bill.
Mr. Tom Ross, Bountiful Police Chief, spoke in favor of the bill.
Sen. Weiler moved to pass S.B. 239 out favorably.
S.B. 230 Solicitation Amendments (Weiler, T.)
Sen. Weiler presented the bill with the assistance of Mr. Jim Winder, Salt Lake County Sherrif.
S.B. 226 Permanent Criminal Stalking Injunction Amendments (Weiler, T.)
Sen. Weiler explained the bill.
Mr. Stewart Ralphs, Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake, spoke in favor of the bill.
Sen. Davis moved to adjourn.
Acting Chair Hillyard adjourned the meeting at 5:33 p.m.
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Professor Ewan Birney appointed to the Genomics England Board
Genomics England is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Ewan Birney, Director of the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) and a Senior Scientist at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, to the Genomics England Board.
As a member of the Board, Professor Birney will play an important role in overseeing all of Genomics England's activities, ratifying major decisions and setting the overall strategy for the organisation.
Professor Ewan Birney joins the Genomics England Board as one of the UK's leading genomic scientists. His research has had a major impact in improving our understanding of genomic biology. Professor Birney worked on the initial human genome project, and led the analysis group in the first two phases of the large-scale, international ENCODE project, which is working systematically to define functional elements in the human genome. His current research focuses on algorithms and statistical methods to analyse genomic information, compression of sequencing data and methods to use DNA as a digital storage medium.
As Director of EMBL-EBI, Professor Birney is a trusted advisor to governments and industry on genomics data management, and sits on the Scientific Advisory Board of a number of organisations, including the Berlin Institute of Health in Germany.
Sir John Chisholm, Executive Chair of the Genomics England Board said:
"We are delighted to welcome Ewan to our Board. His world-leading expertise will be invaluable as we work towards delivering benefits directly to patients through whole genome sequencing."
Professor Ewan Birney said:
"EMBL-EBI's medical strategy focuses on transferring skills from academic research to medicine, and nowhere is this more important than in bringing genomics and bioinformatics into the clinic. I am excited to be appointed to the Board of Genomics England, and see this as an opportunity to bridge the technical expertise offered by our institute and the needs of national healthcare systems. I hope this relationship is the first of many in Europe, and that I can contribute in some way to the success of these transformative endeavours."
Professor Birney's fellow Director at EMBL, Rolf Apweiler features as a speaker at Precision Medicine Forum London (11-12 July) for more information visit www.precisionmedicineforum.com/conferences


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Microsoft gets the groove and lotus notes inventor
I can't wait to see how they intergrate this into office.
Microsoft on Thursday said it will acquire Groove Networks and make Groove's founder, Ray Ozzie, chief technology officer at the software giant. Microsoft said it will incorporate Groove's "virtual office" collaboration software into its Office line of desktop productivity applications. Ozzie, the inventor of Lotus Notes and a collaboration guru, will report to Bill Gates, Microsoft's chairman and chief software architect. Microsoft said that the Groove group will become part of its Information Worker division….
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At the 1962 Colonial National Invitational in Fort Worth, Texas, Arnie was involved in a tough 18-hole playoff. On the 9th hole Arnie was just off the green and faced a tough chip to get up and down, save par and protect his one stroke lead. Just as he was settled over the ball, ready to play, a small boy in the gallery broke the total silence by speaking to his mother. Palmer backed off, looked around toward the boy and broke into a smile. The rest of the gallery stared coldly at the woman and made loud "shushing" sounds. As Arnie addressed the ball again, the embarrassed mother started to scold her son. Just as he was about to play, the child started to cry as a result of the scolding. Arnie backed off once more, looked around and started to chuckle. This time, adjusting to their hero's mood, the crowd laughed with him.
The child calmed down and Arnie returned to business. Before he could complete his shot, however, he heard choking sounds behind him and a muffled cry as if for help. He turned to see the young boy's face becoming bright red. The desperate mother had her hand clamped viselike over his nose and mouth! Arnie broke into his famous smile yet again, then walked over and patted the boy on the head, saying to his mother, "Hey, don't choke him. This isn't really all that important." The entire gallery laughed aloud. The boy was so happy at being able to breathe again that he remained quiet as Arnie marched back to his ball for the fourth time, chipped to within a few feet, made his par and went on to win the playoff.


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Q: How do I avoid ambiguous naming between my PHP-code and an SQL junction table? Given the following database schema (MySQL), I'm worried about possibly introducing ambiguous naming in its PHP 5.5 model class given below (abstracted for simplicity).
CREATE TABLE `catalog_item` (
  `id` int(11) NOT NULL AUTO_INCREMENT,
  `catalog_id` int(11) NOT NULL DEFAULT '0'
  PRIMARY KEY (`id`)
) ENGINE=InnoDB DEFAULT CHARSET=utf8;

CREATE TABLE `catalog_item_property` (
  `catalog_item_id` int(11) NOT NULL DEFAULT '0',
  `catalog_item_properties_id` int(11) NOT NULL DEFAULT '0'
  PRIMARY KEY (`catalog_item_id`,`catalog_item_properties_id`)
) ENGINE=InnoDB DEFAULT CHARSET=utf8;

CREATE TABLE `catalog_item_properties` (
  `id` int(11) NOT NULL AUTO_INCREMENT
  PRIMARY KEY (`id`)
) ENGINE=InnoDB DEFAULT CHARSET=utf8;

CREATE TABLE `catalog_item_properties_description` (
  `catalog_item_properties_id` int(11) NOT NULL DEFAULT '0',
  `language_id` int(11) NOT NULL DEFAULT '0'
  PRIMARY KEY (`catalog_item_properties_id`,`language_id`)
) ENGINE=InnoDB DEFAULT CHARSET=utf8;

Some background on the schema:

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*catalog_item holds items from a catalog.

*catalog_item_property holds all properties belonging to a catalog_item.

*catalog_item_properties holds a list of all possible item properties.

*catalog_item_properties_description holds a multi-language description for all catalog_item_properties.

*I'm following a singular naming convention for all my tables.

The interface function names that I am unsure of:
public function getItemProperty($id)
{
    // Get all catalog item properties that belong to this catalog item?
}

public function getItemProperties()
{
    // Get list of all possible catalog item properties?
}

As you can see, on my current iteration, getItemProperty may return more than one property. But so does getItemProperties. Ideally, I would like the function naming to speak for themselves, and for there to be no ambiguity at all. I would also like there to be a strong relation between the function names and the schema table names, for the sake of consistency.
Some questions I would love to hear some informed opinions on:

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*Do I change either the table names, or the function names (or both?) to resolve this potential ambiguity? Or, might there be no ambiguity at all?

*Is it ok to mix the singular and plural form on table names in this scenario?

I'm pretty new to database design. If I completely missed the best practice approach here, please do let me know. Thank you in advance for sharing your thoughts!

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The Long Hair Community Discussion Boards > Discussion Forums > The "Mane" Forum > Does hair grow steadily or have spurts?
View Full Version : Does hair grow steadily or have spurts?
Hi all, I have only recently decided to grow my hair. I just wondered if you long termers can tell me if hair grows steadily throughout the year, or does it have growth spurts. The reason I'm asking is that my hair has only grown 1cm in 6 or 7 weeks :(. As this seems unusually slow I was wondering or hoping that my growth was hibernating for the winter and will magically whizz into action in the spring. Seems when I'm not growing my hair it manages 6in a month lol I know patience is a virtue but gee I'll be dead before I reach bsl at this rate!!!
My hair goes from growing steadily to having a spurt than dying out in a stall. It depends on whats going on. Stress is what really gets my hair down. But I agree with Ambystoma, your ends might just be breaking off while the rest is still just chugging away.
For me personally, spurts, right now I'm noticing no shed and in my case that means minimal growth, it happens every winter, it'll be over in a couple of months and then it'll grow like weed until august and I'll shed accordingly as well.
Never experienced any growth spurts. Hair just grew..slower in the winter months, a trifle faster during summer.
To help the process along, you might want to consider daily scalp massaging with your fingerpads (in the bent at the waist position). Be sure to detangle your hair before and after the massage.
Seems like it depends hugely on the person. Mine grows hugely in spurts; I think I tend to come out with the average or just above average growth of about 6-8 inches/year, but I've seen it do that even when I've had 5 month stretches with no growth. I've seen my hair gain multiple inches in a month (well, once). Obviously, those are extremes and unusual for me and most anyone else.
Expect it to grow more in some months than others. You'll probably find you have seasonal highs and lows in growth speed. Take care of yourself and let it do whatever it's going to do.
I am having a huge spurt right now. I have cut about seven inches off over the last two and a half months just to go from FT to classic and stay there. I am guessing that my growth is close to an inch a month right now. However, there are parts of the year where I am lucky if I get a quarter inch of growth a month. My average is slightly over a half inch a month. It is always really noticeable to me because I dye my hair, so I know by how fast my roots show whether I am in a spurt or not.
I shall try and be positive and see my 1cm as growth gained rather than focus on what I haven't gained.
I think for some growth is steady, others experiences growth in spurts. Mine is generally slow and steady, about .4" a month. Growth that is generally slow/steady is tricky to detect, as it seems to be making no progress AT ALL, but then all of a sudden you realize your hair is longer. I try to take length pics every month or two, rather than measure.
The trick to pictures is to wear the same shirt every time (preferably striped or patterned), stand in the same place with the camera in the same place (on a timer), and strike the same pose (as much as possible) every time. Decent pics really help to "see" that the hair really is growing, even though it feels like it's not.
I saw some pictures the other day of a woman who had a t-shirt she had put markers on and used that to gauge monthly growth. I think I'll make myself one, its a great idea.
Mine seems steady and average. It makes about 1/2" a month, but I don't watch it close.
I'd guess that stress or health troubles could bring on a stall or shed though.
Mine grows a steady 3/4" a month every month, I've never had any growth spurts or stalls.


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Schroeder Urges Lifting Iraq Sanctions
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Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder backed the U.S. push to lift sanctions against Iraq on Friday, saying they "no longer make sense" as he gave a boost to U.S.-German relations for the first time since an acrimonious split over the Iraq war.
Visiting Secretary of State Colin Powell welcomed Schroeder's statement and said a consensus on a U.N. resolution to lift the sanctions should be possible "within the next several days or a week."
However, Russia's diplomatic point man on Iraq said in Moscow that serious changes must be made before such a resolution can win the support of Russia and China, according to the Interfax news agency.
Powell's visit with Schroeder was the first for a senior U.S. official since the German chancellor won re-election in September on an anti-war theme.
After months of acrimony and official snubs, Schroeder's backing of the resolution was the first sign of cooperation with Washington on Iraq, and many in Germany hoped a sign that the frayed ties were on the mend.
Schroeder said Germany would work with other members of the U.N. Security Council to reach unanimity on the resolution.
"We are of the opinion that the sanctions imposed in the past no longer make sense and that they should be lifted as soon as possible," Schroeder said after meeting with Powell.
The United States is planning to introduce a resolution next week that would lift all restrictions on Iraqi oil sales, now that President Saddam Hussein's government has been routed.
Schroeder, interviewed later Friday by ARD television, was asked whether Germany would vote for the draft U.S. resolution.
"As far as I am aware … there are very intensive discussions at the Security Council, but we are moving closer together. I expect that sanctions will be lifted quickly," Schroeder said. "In the end, this is about the people of Iraq, who must be helped as soon as possible."
In Moscow, on the other hand, Deputy Foreign Minister Yuri Fedotov was quoted as saying, "Russia and China have certain questions about the draft resolution." He said the two governments "believe that provisions in this draft resolution require serious amendments."
In Germany, Karsten Voigt, the Foreign Ministry's top official for U.S. relations, said, "It is clear the memory about the different positions about Iraq have not gone away."
"Both sides, the Americans and Germans, are now emphasizing their willingness to cooperate in a pragmatic way in the U.N. Security Council, and both sides are supporting a possible role for NATO in Iraq," Voigt said.
After lengthy talks with Powell, Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer said he was optimistic the allies would move past the differences, recalling the United States' help rebuilding Germany after World War II and its support of German reunification.
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"We will never forget what the United States did for Germany, for Berlin. That is the firm basis of our relationship even where there were differences," Fischer said.
Germany's support for the resolution, however, may not be enough to ease personal strains between President Bush and Schroeder. The two leaders never hit it off, and the relationship took a nosedive after Bush was compared to both Hitler and the Roman emperor Julius Caesar by officials during Schroeder's election campaign.
They have not met since shaking hands during a summit on NATO expansion in Prague, Czech Republic, last November. And Powell told German television Friday that it was unlikely the two leaders would meet privately during the G-8 economic summit in Evian, France next month.
Even while Powell said he and Schroeder tried to focus on "what pulls us together," Washington's continuing displeasure with the chancellor was clear.
Powell also met with opposition leader Angela Merkel during his visit. And Bush dropped in on a scheduled meeting between Vice President Dick Cheney and another leading opposition politician, Roland Koch, in Washington on Thursday to express concerns about Berlin's behavior over Iraq.
"We quickly got to questions about why Germany is behaving this way, (and) 'why don't you understand that we got rid of a dictator there whom we know has thousands of human lives on his conscience, why don't you recognize that we succeeded largely in sparing the civilian population … what are feelings in Germany toward America?'" Koch, the conservative governor of Hesse state, said Friday in Wiesbaden.
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There currently are many snack foods and other foods made with edible insects that are already available on the shelves of many grocery stores, and through online shops. Check out this article to see the buzz.
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While George W. Bush signed emergency orders for rescue supplies to hurricane victims this morning, preparing for a possible visit to the ravaged areas, right-wingers were having a ball with Teresa Heinz Kerry. Already ecstatic about Rathergate, this morning they got John Kerry's wife touring Brooklyn's Caribbean neighborhoods.
"Clothing is wonderful, but let them go naked for a while, at least the kids," she told the crowd of people packing relief packages for hurricane victims; she spoke French with them. "Water is necessary, and then generators, and then food, and then clothes." Drudge had it up in no time.
In truth, Ivan, Charlie, and perhaps now Jeanne further threaten Bush's rosy economic "recovery." Huge losses due to these storms, of course, will further strain the federal budget, and more to the point, can lead to serious long-term economic problems.
Ivan could cost insurers $4 billion to $10 billion, according to some estimates. Charley, which hit Florida last month, cost insurers $6.8 billion, and Frances, according to published reports, cost $6 billion.
The big insurance companies that stand behind the homes and business along the U.S. coastline have long dreaded a direct hurricane hit on New Orleans or New York, where, intensified by global warming, storms could do more than just wreak their usual havoc. Last night, New Orleans just missed a direct hit when Ivan veered into Mobile Bay. New Orleans had already been evacuated, and officials said the city, built below sea level, faced drowning by upwards of 20 feet of water caused by the storm surge.
The big insurers are in turn backed up by even bigger combines of re-insurers abroad, and those combines have been hit by staggering losses in recent years. In 1980, insurance payouts from storms totaled $17 billion. In the '90s, Hurricane Andrew in Florida and Cyclone Iniki in Hawaii drove companies out of business. Losses from Andrew ran to some $35.6 billion.
Re-insurance rates during the 1990s rose by 400 percent in the U.S., 600 percent in Great Britain, and 1,000 percent in Japan. As rates rose, large re-insurers began to back out of the business altogether, citing global warming as the reason.


Surfer's Paradise is 64 km from Mavis's Cabins ... Gold Coast Airport is a 35-minute drive away and Brisbane Airport is a 1-hour and 40-minute drive ... While onsite you can sample some of the best local produce – some of it grown in the property's own organic gardens, which you are free to explore – prepared by chefs at the Mavis's Kitchen restaurant.
The property offers coin-operated laundry machines ... Room service and Wi-Fi access is available ... The air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with a microwave, a DVD player and a flat-screen TV.
All rooms are air-conditioned and heated ... Some rooms have an en-suite bathroom, all other rooms have shared bathroom facilities ... Guests can also share an outdoor meal in the BBQ area.
The grounds were amazing for the children they loved it great pool n spa good vicinity for beaches n shopping and walking pathsCould do with a bit of an update.
I organise a surprise trip to Tasmania for me and my mum.Good price for what you get. Good location as well. Thank you.If I really have to be picky: at night if I have trouble sleeping I can hear the pedestrian stoplight. But that is about it.
loved our room .next time higher would be great.
All rooms enjoy access to a shared patio which comes with a seating area ... The air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with a fridge, an electric kettle and satellite TV.
The kitchen includes a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a stove ... All apartments have a lounge/dining area with sofa, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player.
Offering free WiFi and pool views, TROPICAL living in LEAFY Edge Hill, FREE AC + WIFI is an accommodation located in Edge Hill ... There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven and a microwave.
Public transport link to Manly is at your doorstep, only 8 minutes' from the neighboring Manly and Manly Wharf ... Other facilities in the apartment include 2 bathrooms, a day bed, bath towels and all bed linen.
Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide tips on the area ... This air-conditioned 1-bedroom bed and breakfast comes with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a dishwasher.
A fridge and kettle are also provided ... A continental breakfast is available every morning at the property.


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Situated on 40 acres of land, our boutique winery focuses on quality from the vineyard to bottle. Each and every wine is produced 100% from our estate grown fruit. Everything is hand picked and hand sorted to ensure that our wines are being produced to the highest of standards. We currently have 6 varieties planted which include Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Riesling and Vidal. Hard work, time and an overall passion for winemaking is obvious when tasting a bottle from De Simone Vineyards. We love our wines and we want our customers to love them just as much as we do!


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Colomboy es un corregimiento del municipio colombiano de Sahagún (Córdoba).

Está ubicado a la margen derecha de la troncal de occidente aproximadamente 25 kilómetros de la cabecera municipal (Sahagún). Este corregimiento está habitado aproximadamente por 4000 habitantes.

Desde la residencia de Rafael Pérez López, la localidad ha sido considerada como el centro cultural de Sahagún. El mejor decimero de Colombia. También se centró en la Banda Colomboy, considerada la mejor banda de la provincia de Córdoba, también encontramos la Banda Juvenil y la Banda de Gaita, siendo esta última una de las Bandas de Gaita.
Es reconocido por su panela de hoja la cuál se produce de forma artesanal en las conocidas estancias de trapiche y se celebra un festival en honor a la panela.
Cuenta con 11 barrios (Hawaii, El Campo, El centro, San Roque, Las Flores, 2 De diciembre, Villa esperanza, El Carmen, Colón, Barranquillita y El Oasis.
Y sus personajes más famosos son: El nana, El chucho, El cabecita, Amado, Carmela, Tomiris, Otto Y Pachale.

Véase también
 Organización territorial de Colombia
 Corregimientos de Colombia

Referencias

Corregimientos de Córdoba (Colombia)
Sahagún (Colombia)


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