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What Do Unitarian Universalists Believe?
Post author:Rose Eaton
Post category:Leadership Articles
Many of us have been asked that question at some point. Perhaps by a colleague where we work, or by another student in our school or at a march for justice. Those yellow "Standing on the Side of Love" shirts have prompted a lot of those questions.
What do Unitarian Universalists believe? When I served as denominational President, I often urged folks to develop their "elevator speeches," what you say when you get asked that question in an elevator and there is only the time between the 5th and the 1st floor to answer. It is more challenging than you might think.
Since 1985, almost four decades, many of us have relied on the Seven Principles for our answer. "Unitarian Universalism is not based on a creed of belief." We might get as far as talking about the "inherent worth and dignity" of every person. Or pull out one of the laminated cards with all the Principles and Sources that some of us keep in our wallets just for that question.
Our religious community is deeply committed to individualism. The inherent worth has been easy for all of us to affirm. What binds us together is harder to name.
Few can disagreed with the Principles, but more than a few of us have asked whether they are enough. Don't we need at least some traditional religious language, as well as general principles? Are non-Christian and especially earth centered traditions reflected enough to justify our Universalist name. And in recent years, do the 7 Principles reflect our foundational commitment to counter oppression and the aspiration of Beloved community? All Souls was an early adopter of the 8th Principle.
Today, the Unitarian Universalist Association is considering a significant revision to this most important shared language, the Principles and Sources. That language is contained in Article II of the UUA By-Laws. A proposal is being brought forward by the Study Commission that has been at work on this for more than a year.  Article II Study Report to the Board of Trustees (uua.org).
Long-time All Souls lay leader and the primary mover behind the 8th Principle, Paula Cole Jones, serves on that Commission.
I encourage you to read their report and proposal. I plan to preach on some of these questions this spring. The new language will come before the annual General Assembly this June. If approved there, the new language would come back the following year for a final approval.
The new approach centers love. All Souls just added the word "Beloved" to our congregational statement of mission last year: "Diverse, spirit-growing, justice-seeking Beloved Community."
I am certain that there will be many different responses to the proposal. A sense of loss will be felt by more than a few of us.
Our faith believes in change. "Revelation is not sealed," is an article of faith for us. But the flip side, and the necessary corollary of a belief in change, is the question of what abides. What can we rely on? What can we have faith in?
This morning, reflecting again about the Principles and the new proposal, the words of Alice Walker resonate in my spirit:
Love, if it is love, never goes away.
It is embedded in us,
Like seams of gold in the earth,
Waiting for light,
Waiting to be struck.
Rev. Bill
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El torneo Sarasota Open 2017 fue un torneo profesional de tenis. Pertenece al ATP Challenger Series 2017. Se disputará su 9.ª edición sobre superficie tierra batida, en Sarasota, Estados Unidos entre el 17 al el 23 de abril de 2017.

Jugadores participantes del cuadro de individuales
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|align=center||align=center|Darian King
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 1 Se ha tomado en cuenta el ranking del 10 de abril de 2017.

Otros participantes
Los siguientes jugadores recibieron una invitación, por lo tanto ingresan directamente al cuadro principal (WC):
  Sekou Bangoura
  Christian Harrison
  Sebastian Korda
  Mackenzie McDonald

Los siguientes jugadores ingresan al cuadro principal tras disputar el cuadro clasificatorio (Q):
  Facundo Argüello
  Daniel Elahi Galán
  Blaž Rola
  João Pedro Sorgi

 Campeones
 Individual Masculino

  Frances Tiafoe derrotó en la final a  Tennys Sandgren, 6–3, 6–4

 Dobles Masculino

  Scott Lipsky /  Jürgen Melzer''' derrotaron en la final a  Stefan Kozlov /  Peter Polansky, 6–2, 6–4

Referencias

Enlaces externos
Sitio oficial

Challenger de Sarasota 2017

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The SCORM package (or SCO) is a compressed (zip) file containing the course data.
Almost all options have a help button - - which will display further information on that setting when selected.
The description on the course homepage, you may also want to add instructions for the learner here.
This is the .zip package containing the published course.
Select Choose a file, then use the file picker to locate and select your package.
Not commonly used, this can prevent access to an activity to before/after a certain date, or within a window.
This is different than restricting course access, as the learner will still be able to access the course homepage, and access their grades and logs.
If a learner is restricted by these settings they can still review previous attempts, but cannot submit a new one.
If enabled, this sets the date from which the SCO activity can be accessed from.
If enabled, this sets the last date on which the SCO activity can be accessed until.
If both are enabled, this sets an access window. If one or the other, then the activity is available at any time until or any time after the date set.
This is only relevant for a SCORM course with multiple SCO packages within it. Can be set to count the number of completed learning objects, mark the highest grade achieved, the average grade, or the sum total of all grades.
The highest score achievable in the course.
Sets the number of attempts a learner can have on this course - can be set to either Unlimited or to between 1 and 6.
Sets how the scores for multiple attempts are assessed: Highest Attempt, Average of all attempts, First attempt, or Latest Attempt.
Sets whether or not to show scores and grades for previous attempts on the SCORM outline page.
If set to Yes, any attempt will be marked as Completed regardless of the progress made by the learner.
If set to Yes, any time the activity is accessed a new attempt will be started regardless of the progress in the previous attempt.
If set to Yes, then once the Number of attempts has been used then the learner cannot launch the activity - even to review their previous attempt.
Can be either launched in a new window, or displayed in the current window.
Dimension of the browser window, if the course is set to launch in a new window.
If set to launch in a new window, then some parameters of the browser window can be toggled - such as whether to allow browser navigation buttons.
Suggest ticking ' Allow window to be resized' - different browsers may mean some content of a course would be obscured if not allowed.
If the SCORM package contains multiple SCOs, then a content structure page can be displayed. Can set whether to skip or not.
Preview mode allows learners to view the course, without recording any answers.
Will display the course structure on the course homepage if set to Yes.
If the SCORM package contains multiple SCOs, then navigation buttons allow the learner to skip ahead.
If the SCORM package contains multiple SCOs, then Auto-Continue will automatically launch the next SCO once one is completed.
Sets the frequency of automatic updates from external sources.
This is different than restricting course access, as the learner will stil be able to access the course homepage, and access their grades and logs.
If a learner is restricted by these settings they will neither be able to submit a new attempt, or review a previous attempt.
If both are enabled, this sets an access window. If one or the other, then the activity is available at any time unti or any time after the date set.
Other settings within this section are not relevant for SCORM only courses. Leave as default.


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La Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas (UAT) es un sistema mexicano de instituciones educativas de nivel superior y de carácter público con sede en Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas. Mantiene 26 campus en diferentes puntos del estado de Tamaulipas, los cuales están ubicados en Ciudad Victoria, Reynosa, Río Bravo, Matamoros, Nuevo Laredo, Tampico, Ciudad Mante y Valle Hermoso.

Historia
En 1929 se estableció en el puerto de Tampico la primera escuela de Enfermería. Las facultades de Derecho y Medicina se fundaron en 1950, para instalarse después la de Odontología. Estos planteles fueron administrados por una asociación civil, Educación Profesional de Tampico, constituida el 30 de octubre de 1950. Dicha asociación fue presidida por Alfredo E. Gochicoa, Artemio Villafaña, Natividad Garza Leal, Francisco T. Villarreal, Tirso Saldívar, Miguel Asomoza Arronte y Julián Terán.

El 14 de noviembre de 1950, mediante Decreto número 320 promulgado por Juan Guerrero Villarreal, encargado del despacho del Poder Ejecutivo del Estado de Tamaulipas, esas escuelas fueron declaradas oficiales, disponiéndose que "deberían ajustarse estrictamente a los planes académicos de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México". Más adelante, siendo oficial mayor el Lic. Porfirio Flores Garza, en 1955 se declaró mediante el Decreto número 73 escuela oficial del estado la de Odontología, pero esta escuela suspendió sus actividades y fue hasta 1970 cuando la Asamblea Universitaria acordó la fundación definitiva de esta facultad.

El 4 de febrero de 1956, el gobernador Horacio Terán promulgó el Decreto 156, mediante el cual se dictó la Ley Constitutiva de la Universidad de Tamaulipas, instituyéndosele "con personalidad jurídica, gobierno autónomo y patrimonio libremente administrado". Se incorporaron las facultades de Derecho, Medicina y Odontología y la escuela de Enfermería y Obstetricia de Tampico. Se designó como primer rector con carácter provisional al Lic. Isaac Sánchez Garza, iniciándose los cursos académicos el 1 de septiembre de 1956.

Más adelante se fundaron las escuelas de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia, de Trabajo Social y de Enfermería y Obstetricia en Ciudad Victoria, así como las de Comercio y Administración y de Enfermería y Obstetricia en Nuevo Laredo.

El 7 de noviembre de 1962 el gobernador Norberto Treviño Zapata promulgó el Decreto 209, por cuyo texto el Gobierno del Estado donó a la Universidad el Museo de Arqueología, Antropología e Historia, que había sido creado en 1957. A finales de 1964 había 5 facultades, 5 escuelas y 2 preparatorias dispersas en Tampico, Ciudad Victoria, Nuevo Laredo, Matamoros y Ciudad Mante. Para entonces, se habían titulado 171 profesionistas en las diversas escuelas y facultades de la universidad, y la población escolar era de 1,617 alumnos, incluidos los de las preparatorias de Valle Hermoso y Ciudad Mante.

Durante la rectoría del Lic. Natividad Garza Leal y el gobierno estatal del Lic. Praxedis Balboa Gojon, en 1964 se dictó la Ley Orgánica de la Universidad para conferirles a los consejos locales la facultad de presentar a la asamblea presupuestos de los gastos y modificar la estructura del patronato, al cual se le dio agilidad instituyendo un consejo ejecutivo, que organizó una intensa campaña para recabar fondos. Las atribuciones del patronato y su comité se ampliaron mediante Decreto 275 en 1965. Dichos apoyos permitieron la construcción de la unidad universitaria de Tampico, adquisición de equipos y la ampliación del centro localizado en Ciudad Victoria, señalándose el desenvolvimiento con la fundación de nuevos planteles, aumentos al presupuesto y reorganización administrativa.

Un movimiento estudiantil en 1967 culminó con la promulgación de los Decretos 145 y 146. Se reformaron las leyes confiriéndosele autonomía e instituyendo al igual que en la Universidad Autónoma de México, una junta de gobierno. La universidad estaba integrada entonces por 10 facultades, 6 escuelas, 5 preparatorias, un instituto y un departamento. Actualmente, la rige el Estatuto Orgánico aprobado en 1972, que reconoce como antecedentes los decretos 33 y 34 promulgados por el gobernador Manuel A. Ravizé.

Nombre

Con la promulgación, en febrero de 1956, de la Ley Constitutiva de la Universidad de Tamaulipas, se establece con este nombre la personalidad jurídica de una institución cuyos orígenes se remontan a 1950, año de la conformación de la asociación civil denominada Educación Profesional de Tampico. En marzo de 1967, al promulgarse los Decretos 145 y 146, con los cuales se le confirió autonomía a la universidad, su nombre oficial pasa a ser el que actualmente conserva: Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas.  eso no es cierto.

Emblema

El 16 de noviembre de 1968 se aprobó el proyecto del Escudo de la Universidad. Al efecto la comisión designada eligió el diseño del doctor Abiel Méndez Domínguez, el cual consiste en la figura de un joven que emerge de un libro abierto; en la mano derecha sostiene una antorcha y en la izquierda un átomo. El conjunto está enmarcado en un círculo, en cuya parte central ostenta la leyenda "Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas".

En su versión original, el libro representa la cultura, de la cual emerge el joven, que simboliza el cuerpo estudiantil, la antorcha sostenida en la mano derecha representa el saber en tanto el átomo de su mano izquierda simboliza la actividad creadora de esta institución. La universalidad de la cultura está representada por el círculo.

Lema

Tras la celebración de un concurso para elegir el lema de la universidad, se eligió la propuesta del licenciado Gonzalo Mercado Cerda, "Verdad, Belleza, Probidad", que fue aprobado por la H. Asamblea Universitaria en la sesión del 30 de abril de 1969.

De acuerdo con el diccionario de la lengua española, el concepto de verdad describe la conformidad de las cosas con su representación mental; belleza es la propiedad de las cosas que hace amarlas, infundiendo en nosotros deleite espiritual; probidad es un término asociado a la honradez, que significa rectitud de ánimo e integridad en el obrar.

Cobertura geográfica

Regiones
La Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas cuenta actualmente con 26 facultades, unidades académicas y escuelas distribuidas en las regiones norte, centro y sur del estado. En la zona norte tiene presencia en los municipios de Nuevo Laredo, Reynosa, Río Bravo, Valle Hermoso y Matamoros; en la zona centro atiende los municipios de Victoria y El Mante, y en la zona conurbada del sur de la entidad se encuentra el Centro Universitario Tampico-Madero.

Además, mediante la educación semipresencial y a distancia, brinda atención en otros siete municipios: Camargo, Valle Hermoso, San Fernando, Jiménez, Soto la Marina, Tula y González (Estación Manuel).

Con las sedes establecidas en los municipios de mayor población del estado y las unidades de educación permanente (UNAEP), la UAT alcanza una cobertura de 16 municipios, equivalente al 32.6% de la geografía estatal.

Campus
Las facultades, unidades académicas y escuelas de la UAT se distribuyen dentro de los municipios en campus o centros universitarios. Actualmente, se distinguen ocho campus: Nuevo Laredo, Reynosa Aztlán, Reynosa Rodhe, Río Bravo, Valle Hermoso, Matamoros, Victoria (denominado Centro Universitario "Adolfo López Mateos"), Mante Centro y Tampico (llamado Centro Universitario Tampico-Madero). Además, mediante la educación a distancia, brinda atención a otros ocho.

Unidades académicas (UA), unidades académicas multidisciplinarias (UAM), facultades y escuelas

Oferta educativa
Bachillerato
Técnico superior universitario
Licenciatura
Ingeniería
Maestría
Doctorado

Educación a distancia y permanente

La oferta educativa en línea consta de tres programas académicos del nivel superior:

	Licenciatura en Tecnologías para la Generación del Conocimiento
	Licenciatura en Diseño Gráfico y Animación Digital
	Ingeniería en Energías Renovables
       Técnico Superior Universitario en Tecnologías de la Información
       Técnico Superior Universitario en Operación Logística
       Técnico Superior Universitario en Hidrocarburos
       Técnico Superior Universitario en Energía Solar

Además, el campus en línea contempla también asignaturas del núcleo de formación básica universitaria, y oferta certificaciones en competencias digitales, cursos en línea masivos y abiertos, manejo del campus en línea, entre otros servicios.
En las siete Unidades Académicas de Educación Permanente (UNAEP) se ofertan, adicionalmente, cursos, talleres y diplomados en las modalidades presencial y en línea.

Centros de investigación

Investigación científica

	Instituto de Ecología Aplicada (IEA)
	Instituto de Investigaciones Históricas (IIH)
	Centro de Innovación y Transferencia del Conocimiento (CINOTAM)

Investigación social
	Centro de Investigación Social (CIS)
	Centro Multidisciplinario de Investigaciones Regionales (CEMIR)

Centros productivos
	Instituto de Ingeniería y Ciencias (IIC)
	Centro para el Desarrollo Municipal (CEDEMUN)
	Centro de Proyectos Tamaulipas, A. C. (CEPROTAM)
	Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Ingeniería Portuaria (CIDIPORT)
	Centro de Desarrollo de Empresas, Incubadora de Negocios para Emprendedores del Sur de Tamaulipas, A. C. (CEDEIN)

Dentro de su infraestructura y equipo para la investigación, la Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas cuenta con un buque oceanográfico, el UAT-1 CIDIPORT, para la exploración de los fondos marinos, así como un dron y un avión equipado con tecnología lidar y cámara hiperespectral, con base permanente en el aeropuerto de Ciudad Victoria.

Centros de lenguas
Centro de Lenguas y Lingüística Aplicada (CELLAP). Son tres, ubicados en Reynosa, Victoria y Tampico.
Centro Especializado en Idiomas para Niños y Adolescentes (CEINA), ubicado en Ciudad Victoria.

Publicaciones científicas
Ciencia UAT
Sociotam
Septentrión

Formación y difusión cultural
Orquesta Sinfónica
Ballet folclórico universitario
Rondalla Universitaria
También son importantes las siguientes organizaciones musicales:

	Son de la Loma
	Fusión UAT
	Orgullo Norteño
	Akústico UAT

Entre sus actividades periódicas de difusión cultural se destacan:
	Feria Universitaria del Libro, realizada cada año desde el año 2000.
	Festival Internacional del Folclor Universitario, desde 2007
	Premio Estatal de Cuento y Poesía "Juan José Amador", efectuado cada año desde 1999.
	Festival de la Lectura, desde 2006.

En el Centro de Formación Artística Universitario (CEFAU) se imparten talleres de danza folclórica, música, actuación y pantomima a niños, jóvenes y adultos.

Deporte
Para la práctica del deporte, la UAT cuenta con gimnasios multidisciplinarios en sus siete campus, así como dos estadios en las ciudades de Tampico y Victoria.
Disciplinas individuales:
	Ajedrez
	Atletismo  (pista y campo)
	Halterofilia
	Judo
	Karate do
	Taekwondo
	Tenis
	Tenis de mesa
	Tiro con arco
	Triatlón
      Lucha Olímpica
Disciplinas de conjunto, deportivas y recreativas:
	Actividades físico aeróbicas
	Grupos de animación
	Gimnasia artística
	Gimnasia rítmica
	Jazz
	Pom pom
	Hip hop
	Porra
	Basquetbol
	Béisbol
	Fútbol rápido
	Softbol
	Voleibol
	Voleibol de playa
Fútbol Americano:
	Correcaminos de la UAT  de la Liga mayor ONEFA
	Selección juvenil
	Novatos
	Intermedia
	Juvenil "AA" (bachillerato)
	Juvenil "A" (secundaria)
	Infantil
 Fútbol Soccer:
	Correcaminos de la UAT de la Liga de Expansión MX
	"UA de Tamaulipas" Segunda División Profesional Liga Premier
	"Correcaminos UAT" Tercera División Profesional Filiales
Basketball:
 Correcaminos UAT Victoria

Medios universitarios

TV UAT
INTER UAT
Comunicación Social
Radio UAT

Frecuencias

Publicaciones impresas (CienciaUAT) y digitales (SOCIOTAM)

Una de las principales publicaciones de este tipo emanadas de esta institución educativa es la revista CienciaUAT,  reconocida como el Órgano Institucional de Difusión de Investigación Científica, Tecnológica y Humanista dentro de la universidad. Dicha revista ofrece ediciones periódicas que contienen artículos de investigación científica relacionados con la UAT.

Asimismo, la Revista Internacional de Ciencias Sociales y Humanidades es una publicación especializada en la que, a lo largo de sus dieciocho años, han contribuido importantes investigadores nacionales e internacionales de países entre los que se encuentran España, Estados Unidos, Brasil, Chile y México, para abrir el abanico de la investigación social internacional. Los temas que trata son abordados desde disciplinas como la psicología social, la psicosociología política, los estudios transculturales, la sociología educativa y la antropología cultural y social. La revista ha tenido un desarrollo sostenido, hasta alcanzar una casi completa autonomía académica y financiera, situación que le permite ser independiente en materia editorial y autoral. Dicha revista se encuentra indexada a Latindex y se publican dos volúmenes por año.

Referencias

Enlaces externos
 Sitio Web oficial de la UAT
 Sitio Web de Radio UAT
 Sitio Web de la revista Ciencia UAT

Universidades del estado de Tamaulipas


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A great way to experience trees of all ages—is Morris Arboretum's unique Out on a Limb tree canopy exhibit. You'll find it just beyond the Visitor Center along the path. The structure's combination of metal grating and cables, set at interesting (and obviously, mathematically correct) angles, makes it both tall and unobtrusive. Tree freaks can take advantage of the attraction without feeling that they're traversing an oddity that fell from space. This structure simply belongs.
Clever construction of this Morris Arboretum attraction—which you'll discover some 50 feet up—means you won't climb a single step! Once out there, you'll get a bird's eye view of a forest environment from a canopy walk high above ground level. One of the first trees you'll see is a familiar chestnut oak (Quercus montana). Sharing the ecosystem is its neighbor, the umbrella magnolia (Magnolia tripetala) tree. Visitors will, no doubt, note the magnolia's wide, smooth leaves. It's the clustering of the leaves that suggests the idea of an umbrella, and thus confers the name.
While Out on a Limb, take the time to fully experience the umbrella magnolia. Its shiny leaves are oval-shaped, almost two feet long by a foot wide. I think the beauty of this tree is in the special qualities of its leaves. After all, for this tree, it's probably not about the flowers. The blossoms of umbrella magnolia often have an unpleasant odor and are odd looking for a magnolia. But those leaves, when dried, are the stuff of beautiful DIY projects—especially wreaths. Last winter, the holiday wreath I created for my front door was first and foremost a ring of green and brown magnolia leaves.
Once the leaves and trees have enticed you to get out on the walkway, it will be challenging to stay in one spot. I found it difficult to stop myself from running to hug this oak, one of the trees that cuts its way through the canopy structure. Regardless of the trees you choose to experience, a fun thing is simply to take a gander at the ground. Looking down from the structure, place your feet in view, and find your line of sight to the bottom. Doing this will help keep nature's high points in perspective.


Take a tour of Buenos Aires, including the Palacio del Congreso, Puerto Madero Waterfront, Plaza de Mayo and more.
Take a stroll on Plaza de Mayo in front of Casa Rosada, which houses the executive branch of Argentina's government.
The Puente de la Mujer, Woman's Bridge, is an example of architectural trends found on the Puerto Madero Waterfront.
In Buenos Aires' United Nations Park, the 18-ton Floralis Generica opens up during the day and closes at night.
Visit the Galileo Galilei Planetarium located in Buenos Aires' Parque Tres de Febrero.
Enjoy an Argentine tradition, and order croissants with mate, a popular drink, served in a calabash cup.
The Palacio del Congreso, designed by Italian engineer Victor Meano, is the seat of Argentina's Congress.
Take an aerial tour to see the tourist attractions in Buenos Aires.
Explore the colorful houses that line the streets in La Boca, the famous artistic community in Buenos Aires.


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Daniel Goldsmith
Allan Silverberg, Daniel Goldsmith and U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick
Daniel with his sister.
Daniel with his parents.
Daniel's "attic home."
From left: Allan Silverberg, Aidan Quinn-Wright, Aidan's mom, Katie Quinn, his grandmom, Maripat Quinn, and his teacher, Theresa Crowley.
From left: teacher Becky Flynn-Hensel, Olivia Glunz, VJM '20, and teacher Maggie May.
Spotlight: Daniel Goldsmith, a survivor speaks
BUCKS COUNTY SPOTLIGHT: Daniel Goldsmith, a survivor speaks
By Cate Murway; MediaNews Group
Junior High and High School students learned about the ugliness of bigotry when guest speaker and Holocaust survivor, Daniel Goldsmith powerfully shared his testimony of his experiences and the magnitude of suffering his family endured because of the extreme brutality during the Holocaust.
All the students were respectful and supportive of this emotionally challenging lesson.
This generation will be the last one to hear these stories live.
"….to those who died, we remember; to those who survived, we hear you; to future generations, let us never forget." - Eliezer "Elie" Wiesel, Romanian-born American writer, professor, political activist, Nobel Laureate, and Holocaust survivor [1928-2016]
All great tragedies happen twice. The first time, the world as we know it is swept up in a terrible catastrophe. The second, someone comes forward to tell us what has happened.
Genocide took place during World War II in Germany when Jewish people and other perceived enemies of the Nazi state were exterminated, often in gas chambers. Subcamps served as slave-labor camps. Masses of those starving inmate Holocaust survivors who were used as slave labor were not liberated from the Auschwitz concentration camp, the largest and arguably the most notorious of all the Nazi death camps, until May 4, 1945 by US Third Army troops.
Those entering the Auschwitz main gate were greeted with an infamous and ironic inscription: "Arbeit Macht Frei," or "Work Makes You Free."
According to some estimates, between 1.1 million to 1.5 million people, the vast majority of them Jews, died at Auschwitz during its years of operation. An undetermined number perished from overwork, disease, insufficient nutrition or the daily struggle for survival in those extremely brutal living conditions.
Adolf Hitler [1889-1945], the chancellor of Germany from 1933 to 1945, had implemented a policy that came to be known as the "Final Solution", a way to systematically murder every Jew on the continent.
Holocaust survivor Daniel Goldsmith was born in Antwerp, Belgium on December 11, 1931 to modern Orthodox Polish parents. He began school when he was six and he received both his secular and religious education in a Yeshiva. In his younger years he and his family lived in a primarily Jewish area.
Daniel's father, Chaim Goldschmidt, one of nine children, a self employed plumber, was transported to a labor camp in northern France in August 1942. "The Nazis wanted young and strong men and picked our father to go to a labor camp when he was 39."
They all traveled together to the Antwerp train station to see him off. "I'll see you soon. I'm strong and know I'll survive." His father also said to him, "You are now the man of the house and you will have to take care of your mother and sister until I come back." He, his mother, Ruchel Goldschmidt, and his baby sister, Lillian, never heard from him again. He was gassed in Auschwitz's Birkenau.
Very shortly after his father left, the Germans raided and robbed their row home neighborhood and ransacked all the Jewish-owned homes on Korte Kiebit Straat. "If you were a Jew, you had to register where you lived and wear a yellow Jewish star. Several of the non-Jews showed the Germans where the Jews lived."
They climbed up the steps and out of the skylight and their mother hid them under a blanket on the cornice on the roof. "We could hear all the yelling and screaming that was going on from all the people that were being dragged out of their houses."
Jews were gradually stripped of their rights and their humanity.
They hid with some Christian people that his mother knew but "we couldn't stay there for very long".
They were totally dependent on their helpers—for food and water, for news from the outside world, and especially for willingness to continue to keep their secret.
Daniel's mother made the decision to place his sister with a private Christian family. "And myself, she wound up placing me in an orphanage in Weelde run by a Father Cornelissen, who had several orphanages." Daniel was given false baptismal papers and "he changed my name. My name when I was in the orphanage was Willie Peters and I was raised Catholic. I was an altar boy."
Germans came one day and took "Willie" and several others and put them on a cattle car train.
"We had no time to think. We jumped out."
Their injuries were not too severe, some bloodied cuts and ankle sprains.
Goodness, like evil, often begins in small steps. Heroes evolve; they aren't born.
Fortunately many clergy accepted the challenge. Mere willingness can become intense involvement.
They located a Catholic priest to help them and he placed Daniel with a family, Monsieur and Madame Beautahier. "And what they did is they hid me in the attic and they kept me there until we got liberated in September 1944."
Daniel had many close encounters with death, yet he lived to continue to tell the tale of his mother, who lived to be 88, and his younger sister Lillian, who lives in Warminster.
Daniel Goldsmith asked for just one thing after his very personal, compelling story of survival.
"When you see an injustice, speak up. Don't allow it to happen. Life is too short."
The student audience was invited to participate in an essay competition to explain the importance of what they had learned in the program and to apply lessons from the Holocaust presentation to social and political issues today.
For the first time ever, there were TWO winners from the same school, Villa Joseph Marie in Bucks County. Olivia L. Glunz '20 and graduate Jenna M. Pintimalli '19 were honored as the essay contest winners for the Holocaust Remembrance Program presented by Daniel Goldsmith last Fall.
Army veteran, E-5 Sgt. Allan Silverberg, Committee Chairman of the Holocaust Remembrance Program, and the Fegelson-Young-Feinberg Levittown Post 697 of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States hosted a beautiful dinner celebration for the winners and their parents.
The JWV of the USA is the oldest veterans' organization in the USA, organized in 1896.
VJM students, Olivia and Jenna received citations from both the Senate of Pennsylvania and the House of Representatives by U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick and PA State Representative Frank Farry. They were gifted with an American flag that had flown over the Capitol and they have also been invited to tour the White House and the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center.
Last spring, Olivia was a junior student in Mrs. Flynn-Hensel's AP US History class.
"I was enthralled by Mr. Goldsmith's speech. It was horrifying to hear what he said. He survived and is positive. There was not a sound in the background; everyone was enthralled by his words. It was also inspiring to hear about the people of different faiths who risked themselves and didn't even know him, but yet helped him. It's a human obligation to help."
VJM Social Studies teacher, Becky Flynn-Hensel shared, "In all of my years at Villa, I don't think we have had a more impacting speaker than Mr. Goldsmith. Our students hung on to every word of his story. He was able to transport them to a different time and place, describing in such detail that it was easy for them to visualize all of the twists and turns of his experience — the horrific and unbelievable moments, the darkness of hate, and the triumph of love from friends and strangers alike. We are so lucky to have had him share his story. We now have the responsibility of carrying the torch—sharing his story with others so as to combat the hate and prejudice that led to the Holocaust."
Last spring, Jenna was a senior student in Ms. May's Reel History class. She is now a University of South Carolina frosh contemplating Law School for Constitutional Law, so she was unable to attend but her teacher represented her.
"Mr. Goldsmith's Holocaust presentation had a significant impact. There is power in being kind and speaking up for injustice. He survived through the assistance of those who were brave enough to put their lives on the line."
VJM Reel History teacher Maggie May, Social Studies Department Chair, stated, "One of my proudest moments as a teacher was connecting with the Holocaust Remembrance Education Program to bring Mr. Goldsmith to Villa. Mr. Goldsmith's visit was unforgettable and I am beyond grateful that the students were given this special opportunity: to hear a Holocaust survivor's story. Before long, this generation of survivors and witnesses will be gone. It is up to us to make sure that their stories are not lost with them. Mr. Goldsmith's story sent a clear message: 'Don't hate. Speak up for others. One person can make a difference.' I am confident that I can speak on behalf of the entire Villa community when I say that his story inspired us to believe that we each can make the world a better place by spreading kindness, having empathy, and standing up for what is right. We look forward to having Mr. Goldsmith back again to share his story with the freshman class this spring."
There was an additional essay winner honored, from the Cinnaminson Middle School.
Currently a Cinnaminson HS ninth grader, Aidan John Quinn-Wright compassionately stated the importance of "always looking out for others and not judging people because of skin color or religion".
"I was very moved. Mr. Goldsmith's experiences really touched all of the students. The Holocaust was an important event in history. It happened and it should never happen again."
Aidan is a Varsity soccer player whose classes have included Accelerated English and Honors Social Studies. He likes statistics. "Maybe I'll be a Sports Analyst."
The students deepened their examination of human behavior.
Change begins with each individual.
Thousands participated actively in the Nazi plan of annihilation, while many more knew what was happening and did nothing. Action and inaction of the perpetrators and bystanders represents some of the worst of which human beings are capable. The courage of resisters and rescuers represents the best.
Action is the only remedy to indifference.
To schedule a Free Educational Holocaust Program for your organization, please contact Post #697at 215.757.8470, or e-mail your request to allans862@hotmail.com. jewishvetspost697.jwv.org
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For all 7th and 8th graders interested in participating in the campus spelling bee, there will be a meeting held this Friday, November 2, at lunch in Dr. Walker's room (115). Stop by to get a copy of the spelling list and for more information! Questions? Email Dr. Walker at karenwalker@haashall.org.


It's a dilemma all homeowners face at some point. A property that once offered ample space for your growing family suddenly seems frustratingly small. Naturally, you ask yourself whether the time is right to sell up and move on.
However desperate you are for extra living space, weighing up the costs of a house move can be off-putting. Stamp duty, legal fees, surveys and more could amount to several thousand pounds, and it's money you won't get back. There are other considerations too, not least your emotional attachment to your home and the prospect of children changing schools.
So what is the best way to extend your home – on a budget – without the upheaval of moving, and boost your property's value? An extension is the obvious answer. This offers flexibility of design, enabling you to add the desired amount of extra space to your home. But for many of us an extension won't be feasible for reasons of time and cost.
Instead you could look upwards for inspiration, towards your unused loft space. Your loft might be suitable for conversion depending on various factors. These include roof structure and height and the practicalities of installing a staircase. A loft conversion boasts many advantages over an extension. It is less likely to require planning permission and won't reduce garden size. In most cases, it can be completed in a shorter time frame and could cost less too. And yes, it might add a tidy sum to the value of your home.
But, as with all major home improvements, be prepared to do plenty of reading and research before taking the plunge. At propertypriceadvice.co.uk we've put together this handy guide, providing answers to all the important questions.
Will a loft conversion always add value to your property and, crucially, is your loft actually suitable for conversion? We've also covered planning permission, building regulations and why you might need a Party Wall Agreement. If you do decide to go ahead, what type of conversion will suit your property and budget? Consider all your options, from the simplest roof light conversion to a more complex and expensive Mansard conversion. Finally, getting the right company to carry out the work is key to a successful project. Do your homework early on. It's never too soon to start planning those finer design details such as blinds, built-in storage and lighting.
Will a loft conversion increase the value of my property?
According to research carried out by Nationwide, a loft conversion which incorporates a double bedroom and bathroom could add as much as 22% to the value of a three-bedroom, one-bathroom house. However, don't assume that value added to your property will necessarily exceed the cost of your conversion. You will need to do some thorough research on other nearby properties first. Look at the ceiling price of similar-sized homes in the street. Compare this with the current value of your home, amount quoted for the work and additional square footage. Are you likely to recoup your expenditure and increase the value of your property? Perhaps moving to a larger house would make more financial sense.
Is my loft suitable for a conversion?
A combination of criteria will help you assess the suitability of your loft for conversion. Before approaching a builder, do your own research. Look out for any similar properties in your area that appear to have undergone a conversion. You could even ask to have a look. Get one step ahead by taking some measurements of your own.
Roof height, pitch and overall space: take a floor-to-ceiling measurement in the tallest part of the loft. A minimum height of 2.2m is required. However you will ideally have a measurement of 2.2m-2.4m for a traditional roof and 2.4m-2.6m for a modern trussed roof. If you have insufficient head height, there are ways around the problem but these can be complex and costly. For example, raising the roof or lowering the ceiling in the room below. In addition, look at the overall space available. Ask yourself if it is liveable and where the staircase might go.
Roof structure: traditional rafters or modern trussed roof? The former, typical of pre-1960s houses, is more suitable for a conversion. Rafters run along the edge of the roof leaving more hollow space below. Bear in mind that they might still require strengthening or extra support though. A trussed roof will require structural reinforcements (the addition of steel beams between load-bearing walls for example) as these supports run through the cross section of the loft, making your project more expensive.
Consider other features which could pose a problem – a chimney stack in the loft being one example. Your existing water tank/plumbing system might also require you to switch to a sealed system.
Does a loft conversion require planning permission?
In most cases it won't, as there is a good chance that your conversion will be considered 'Permitted Development'. This is good news as it means no lengthy planning process before work gets underway. But it is vital that your conversion is compliant with a specific set of limits and conditions.
Also take a look at the Government's Permitted development rights for householders: technical guidance. This is available for anyone who wants to understand more about the detailed rules on householder permitted development. If you are in any doubt about planning permission always contact an architect or builder for advice. For added peace of mind you can apply to your local council for a lawful development certificate – read more here.
What is building regulations approval and will my loft conversion require this?
Building regulations are the minimum standards for design, construction and alterations to virtually every building. They ensure that any work carried out is safe, healthy and high performing. Whether or not your loft conversion requires planning permission, it will always need building regulations approval covering the range of alterations necessary to transform it into a liveable space.
Stairs: retractable ladders/stairs are not normally acceptable for loft conversions. You will need a permanent solution, be it a space-saver staircase or normal flight of stairs. Positioning depends on the layout of the floor below and where to land stairs for maximum height above the staircase. This is often in line with the roof ridge. The minimum height requirement for your staircase is 2m above the pitchline.
Are there bats in your loft? If so, remember that they are a protected species and you will need to pay for a survey. This usually costs around £300-£400 and you might then require a mitigation licence.
Thermal and acoustic insulation. Effective insulation will keep your loft room cool in summer, warm in winter, soundproof and save money on heating bills. Choose insulation that gives the best possible U-value and doesn't take up too much space. U-value measures how effective a material is as an insulator; products with a lower value are more energy efficient.
Adequate ventilation is vital to prevent condensation-related problems and ensure good air quality. This includes rapid ventilation via windows, background ventilation with air bricks/trickle vents and extract ventilation for bathrooms/kitchens.
A roof light conversion: the simplest and least expensive option. Ideal if you already have sufficient roof space and want to transform it into a room. It involves adding skylight windows, a staircase, floor reinforcements and insulation, electrics, heating, lighting and fire safety measures. Costs start from around £15,000-£20,000.
Dormer conversion: more complex, involving an extension to the existing roof – projecting vertically – with the addition of dormer windows. The resultant extension will increase headroom and floor space. Costs vary – upwards of £20,000. The average project with double bedroom/en-suite could cost in the region of £35,000-£45,000.
Hip-to-gable conversion: ideal for semi-detached properties and bungalows/chalets which have a hipped roof with sloping side. The idea is to create more internal loft space by extending the property on the sloping side. You create a vertical wall (or gable) at the end to the same height as the ridge and fill in the space in between. Cost is usually upwards of £30,000. A detached property with two sloping sides could gain extra space by having a double hip-to-gable conversion.
Mansard conversion: the most expensive option (around £45,000+) due to changes in roof shape/structure and an excellent space creator. This conversion takes its name from 17th century French architect Francois Mansard and is suitable for most property types. It involves altering the angle of the roof slope to make it almost vertical. You raise the wall to an angle of at least 72 degrees and flatten the top of the roof.
You could also consider a modular loft, built off-site and placed in position with a crane. Bear in mind that this will involve removing the property's entire existing roof.
Payment of a party-wall surveyor to deal with any concerns adjoining neighbours might have.
Never underestimate the importance of finding the right tradespeople to carry out your loft conversion. Depending on the scale of your project, you might want an architect or designer to start by producing drawings. From there you can put the building work out to tender. Aim to get quotes from at least three different companies and always clarify from the start what is and isn't included in the price. Personal recommendations are a good starting point. Check online reviews and forums and ask to see examples of previous conversions.
As with all building projects, plan meticulously and think ahead. Summer is a good time to carry out building work, especially if you are making structural changes to the roof. If you want your project completed by autumn, you will need to start planning in the spring. And don't make the mistake of assuming that your builder will be able to start work immediately.
According to recent research carried out by the Federation of Master Builders – the largest trade association in the UK construction industry – you should expect to wait at least four months for a quality builder to become available. Add to this the length of time a loft conversion project is likely to take and it amounts to around six-and-a-half months in total.
The early stages cover planning research, production of planning level drawings, submission of plans to the local authority and start of the party wall process with neighbours (if required). Once the homeowner receives planning approval/certificate of lawfulness from the local authority, the company will move on to the production of structural calculations from the structural engineer. This results in the production of structural drawings.
The next stage is production of Building Regulations drawings. "At each stage of the loft conversion process, layer upon layer of drawings are added onto the document before reaching a completed blueprint for the project," adds Deepak.
At City Lofts London all customers are required to have working drawings completed, although these are usually an optional process. In essence they are a construction manual for the builder on how to build the loft as specified by the client. This could include instructions on types of switch or finishes. These are details which help to avoid any confusion between different parties later on.
Once the party wall process is concluded and building control appointed, the homeowner is ready to start their loft. They should sign a contract with the company that they have instructed to carry out the work. The building phase then starts with the preliminaries, including all the essential materials needed to build. At the end of the project there is a final inspection. This is followed by final payment and issuing of a building control completion certificate.
Positioning of windows is crucial, particularly if you want to 'frame' a beautiful view from your loft conversion. Aim to maximise the flow of natural light into your room but dress your windows to prevent harsh glare from the sun and overheating in summer. There are so many blinds on the market, from the simplest roller to soft and luxurious Roman. Remember moisture-resistant blinds in the bathroom and blackout-lining for sleeping areas.
If you're including a bathroom/en-suite a low-ceiling area could accommodate your bath. A shower and basin will require full head height however. Build some recessed shelving into the eaves for additional storage and incorporate sleek, space-saving concealed installations.
Getting large, heavy pieces of furniture to your new room could prove a challenge, depending on your staircase. Space in the eaves is perfect for bespoke built-in storage cupboards and wardrobes. This ensures that every inch of space is used to its full potential. Read our guide to fitted wardrobes for more ideas. For loft bedrooms with limited headroom consider a low-height bed.
Choice of lighting will play a big part in the overall atmosphere of your conversion. Always factor electrics into your plans at an early stage. Downlights and track lighting are good for sloping ceilings and dimmer switches allow you to create the right ambience. These are perfect for a second living room or bedroom. Shelf and joinery lighting also add softness and make a beautiful feature in the room.
Choice of flooring depends on the purpose of your conversion and how much natural light and heat it gets. Perhaps you're longing to sink your feet into a deep-pile carpet in your new bedroom or considering stylish timber floors throughout. Look at the pros and cons of solid wood and engineered wood. The latter is a good choice for rooms with fluctuating temperature/moisture levels.
Whatever your specific accommodation requirements, a beautifully-designed loft conversion could be the perfect solution for that longed-for extra space. With careful planning and creative thinking you can transform your home from the ordinary to the extraordinary and improve your quality of life. For more ideas on converting your loft read our loft bedrooms guide and get more home improvements inspiration here.


"The music of Csaba Deak can be termed playful and essentially musikantisch, but his massive craftsmanship is at the same time a guarantee of quality. The CD Vivax (meaning vigorous, long-lived) contains music for wind orchestra, chamber orchestra and symphony orchestra." (label info) Quintet for Alto Saxophone and String Quartet (1988), Vivax per orchestra (1982), Oktett (1977) and I 21 (1969). Comes with booklet.


Harvester of Faith honoree Bishop Gerald Wilkerson, left, was greeted by St. Finbar's Father Albert Bahhuth as he arrived at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center.
Those honorees — Auxiliary Bishop of the San Fernando Region, the Most Reverend Gerald Wilkerson and Dr. Raul Mena, who serves as the director of the Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center — were presented with 2012 Harvester of Faith Awards at the 10th annual Harvest Ball held at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center last week.
Bishop Wilkerson, appointed by Pope John Paul II in 1997, oversees 54 parishes, 12 high schools, two hospitals and five missions in the San Fernando Valley. Dr. Mena, who joined the professional staff at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in 1981, has served as both the facility's chief of medicine and chief of staff.
The event, emceed and chaired by former Burbank Mayor Michael Hastings, honors men and women who have demonstrated exemplary dedication to their faith and community. "Bishop Wilkerson and Dr. Mena are faith-filled individuals and truly exceptional examples of discipleship both here in Burbank, the entire San Fernando Valley, and beyond," Hastings told the crowd that included Councilman Jess Talamantes and his wife, Sandy, Airport Commissioner Sue Georgino and her husband, Vic, and former mayors, Anja Reinke and Marsha Ramos.
Others who enjoyed the evening and supported the cause included Kathy Hastings, Lauren Ciulla, Dave and Pat Augustine, Mike and Barbara Napolitano, Jack O'Neill, Armond Aghakhanian and Richard and Leila Ramirez.
Staged by the event committee consisting of Mary Adney, Mary Greer, Stephanie Jonke, Allison Knowles, Erica Menke, Lucy Platner and Katie Roth, the proceeds from this year's Harvest Ball will benefit Saint Finbar's newly built community center.


* ... OIL PATCH: Local oil producers are up in arms over what they see as state regulations that are putting a lid on new oil drilling in Kern County. As reported earlier by Californian energy reporter John Cox, the producers are fuming that the regulations - some of which are caused by environmental concerns - are slowing production at the very time that it should be increasing. Dave Kilpatrick, a longtime oil executive and former head of the local independent petroleum association, was in town Tuesday for a meeting with both independent producers and representatives from the big oil companies to raise awareness of the issue. "We have fields with 10,000 wells where we can't drill a new well," he said. "It's absurd." In the cross hairs of the producers is Elena Miller, a lawyer who is supervisor of the state division of oil and gas, who they accuse of "overkill" in implementing new regulations. This is an issue that is not going away and comes at a time when producers argue that domestic oil production should be increasing, not decreasing. Stay tuned.
* ... BONNIE'S BEST: I stopped in the new, second location of Bonnie's Best the other day and had a nice chat with co-ower Katie Watson. Located at 19th and O streets, the new Bonnie's is a lovely little deli with indoor seating, an outdoor patio and a lively and friendly decor, not to mention an impressive lineup of sandwiches. Katie's partner is mother Laurie Watson, owner of the original Bonnie's Best at F and 21st streets, and the two hope the revival of downtown and the Mill Creek area will afford the new location the success of the original shop. You have to admire these entrepreneurs who put their own capital on the line, in a bad economy, when so many others are holdling back.
* ... HOARDERS: I have enough problems with one gray tabby cat, so the idea of animal hording is not something that has ever appealed to me. But it's out there, and now comes word that a local psychologist, Dr. Corey Gonzeles, will be appearing on the cable TV show "Confessions: Animal Hording" to provide some advice. The Animal Planet show airs Wednesday evenings and portrays the human condition that affects people and their animals. Apparently this is the third season in which Dr. Gonzales has appeared on the show. For all you hoarders, tune in for some free advice.
* ... CLASS CRUNCH: School is back in session and for many teachers, it will be a much more difficult year in the classroom. Why? Budget cuts eliminated hundreds of teacher aide positions that provided valuable backup in classes that typically have 30 or more students. Teachers rely on these aides to help maintain order in the classroom as well as to give equal attention to the slow learners, as well as the stars. But they were the first to go in districts that have been forced to make drastic cuts in the face of budget shortfalls.
* ... MEA CULPA: I misspelled the name Arnold Johansen in a recent blog about his collection of classic Gar-Wood boats. Johansen is CEO of Holloway Gypsum Mining Co.
* ... BAKERSFIELDISM: Geraldine Sproul is a product of Standard School in the early 1950s and remembers the old Bertha P. Elliot Hall. A number of women's clubs met there, including the North of the River Women's Club and - if she recalls correctly - it hosted the first meeting of St. Mark's Methodist Church before its new building was constructed on Oildale Drive. "I don't know what name is on the building now, but it is the building on the south side of the brick building at the corner of North Chester and Woodrow Avenue. This is where the underpass from Standard School comes up. Wish I had a nickel for every time I went through the underpass!"


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from __future__ import (absolute_import, division, generators, nested_scopes, print_function,
                        unicode_literals, with_statement)

import os
import shutil

from pants.util.dirutil import safe_mkdir

class AndroidDistribution(object):
  """Represent an Android SDK distribution."""

  class DistributionError(Exception):
    """Indicate an invalid android distribution."""

  _CACHED_SDK = {}

  @classmethod
  def cached(cls, path=None):
    """Return an AndroidDistribution and cache results.

    :param string path: Optional path of an Android SDK installation.
    :return: An android distribution.
    :rtype: AndroidDistribution
    """
    dist = cls._CACHED_SDK.get(path)
    if not dist:
      dist = cls.locate_sdk_path(path)
      cls._CACHED_SDK[path] = dist
    return dist

  @classmethod
  def locate_sdk_path(cls, path=None):
    """Locate an Android SDK by checking any passed path and then traditional environmental aliases.

    :param string path: Optional local address of a SDK.
    :return: An android distribution.
    :rtype: AndroidDistribution
    :raises: ``DistributionError`` if SDK cannot be found.
    """
    def sdk_path(sdk_env_var):
      """Return the full path of environmental variable sdk_env_var."""
      sdk = os.environ.get(sdk_env_var)
      return os.path.abspath(sdk) if sdk else None

    def search_path(path):
      """Find a Android SDK home directory."""
      if path:
        yield os.path.abspath(path)
      yield sdk_path('ANDROID_HOME')
      yield sdk_path('ANDROID_SDK_HOME')
      yield sdk_path('ANDROID_SDK')

    for path in filter(None, search_path(path)):
      dist = cls(sdk_path=path)
      return dist
    raise cls.DistributionError('Failed to locate Android SDK. Please install '
                                'SDK and set ANDROID_HOME in your path.')

  def __init__(self, sdk_path):
    """Create an Android distribution and cache tools for quick retrieval."""
    self._sdk_path = sdk_path
    self._validated_tools = {}

  def register_android_tool(self, tool_path, workdir=None):
    """Return the full path for the tool at SDK location tool_path or of a copy under workdir.

    All android tasks should request their tools using this method.
    :param string tool_path: Path to tool, relative to the Android SDK root, e.g
      'platforms/android-19/android.jar'.
    :param string workdir: Location for the copied file. Pants will put a copy of the
      android file under workdir.
    :return: Full path to either the tool or a created copy of that tool.
    :rtype: string
    :raises: ``DistributionError`` if tool cannot be found.
    """
    if tool_path not in self._validated_tools:
      android_tool = self._get_tool_path(tool_path)
      # If an android file is bound for the classpath it must be under buildroot, so create a copy.
      if workdir:
        copy_path = os.path.join(workdir, tool_path)
        if not os.path.isfile(copy_path):
          try:
            safe_mkdir(os.path.dirname(copy_path))
            shutil.copy(android_tool, copy_path)
          except OSError as e:
            raise self.DistributionError('Problem creating copy of the android tool: {}'.format(e))
        self._validated_tools[tool_path] = copy_path
      else:
        self._validated_tools[tool_path] = android_tool
    return self._validated_tools[tool_path]

  def _get_tool_path(self, tool_path):
    """Return full path of tool if it is found on disk."""
    android_tool = os.path.join(self._sdk_path, tool_path)
    if os.path.isfile(android_tool):
      return android_tool
    else:
      raise self.DistributionError('There is no {} installed. The Android SDK may need to be '
                                   'updated.'.format(android_tool))

  def __repr__(self):
    return 'AndroidDistribution({})'.format(self._sdk_path)

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


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Crash Reports Nov. 10
Posted Tuesday, November 10, 2020 12:35 pm
By Emily Walton emilyw@sedaliademocrat.com
One injured in Moniteau crash
A man was seriously injured in a crash at 10:44 a.m. Friday in Moniteau County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Jeffery S. Roberts, 58, of Tipton, was driving south on state Route 5, 464 feet before Mineral Street, and were overtaking three other vehicles when they lost control of their vehicle. The vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a roadway sign, utility pole and fence.
Roberts suffered serious injuries and was taken to St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City by ambulance.
One injured in Pettis crash
A man was injured in a crash at 11:30 p.m. Friday in Pettis County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Wayne J. Lilley, 44, of Windsor, was driving southbound on Grand Avenue Road at Park Road when his vehicle traveled off the roadway, and struck an embankment and utility pole.
Lilley suffered moderating injuries and was taken to Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg by Pettis County Ambulance District.
One arrested in Henry crash
A man was seriously injured in a crash at 3:25 a.m. Saturday in Henry County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Dustin R. Bailey, 30, of Clinton, was driving southbound on state Route 7, just north of Southeast 350 Road, when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway. The vehicle then returned to the roadway, traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck an embankment and overturned.
Bailey suffered serious injuries and was taken to Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence by air ambulance.
Bailey was arrested in Henry County for driving while intoxicated.
Two injured in motorcycle crash
Two individuals were injured, one seriously, in a crash at 1:15 p.m. Saturday in Morgan County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Gary G. Kennedy, 45, of Sedalia, was driving a motorcycle south on state Route W, .2 miles south of the Marvin Cutoff, when he failed to negotiate a curve and his vehicle traveled off the southwest side of the road and overturned, ejecting him and his passenger.
Kennedy suffered serious injuries and was taken to Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach by Mid-Mo Ambulance District. His passenger Alisa C. Kennedy, 46, of Sedalia, suffered minor injuries but refused treatment.
One injured in Saline crash
A man was injured in a crash at 6:40 p.m. Saturday in Saline County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Timothy W. Cornine, 61, of Marshall, was driving westbound in the 25400 block of 122nd Trail when they failed to yield to another westbound vehicle driven by Daygun M. Weber, 33, of La Monte, and backed into their vehicle.
Weber's occupant, Michael D. Schafer, 38, of Sedalia, suffered minor injuries and was taken to Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia by private vehicle.
One injured and arrested in Pettis crash
A man was injured and arrested in a crash at 2:50 a.m. Sunday in Pettis County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, Kieon X. Davis, 19, of Sedalia, was driving north on U.S. Route 65 at Rose Road when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a utility pole.
His passenger, Mathevs Guedes, 20, of Sedalia, suffered moderate injuries and was taken to Bothwell Regional Health Center by Pettis County Ambulance District.
Kieon was arrested at 3:39 a.m. in Pettis County for felony driving while intoxicated and failure to drive on the right half of the roadway resulting in an accident.
One injured in Benton crash
A man was injured in a crash at 4:45 a.m. Monday in Benton County.
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, David P. Iekel, 29, of Nebraska, was driving a freightliner southbound on state Route 7, .8 miles west of Jackson Avenue, when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned.
Iekel suffered minor injuries and was taken to Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach by emergency medical services.
Information is taken from preliminary Missouri State Highway Patrol reports, which do not necessarily contain statements from all parties involved.
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Присовјани () су насеље у Северној Македонији, у западном делу државе. Присовјани припадају општини Струга.

Географија
Насеље Присовјани је смештено у западном делу Северне Македоније. Од најближег града, Струге, насеље је удаљено 25 km северно.

Присовјани се налазе у малој историјској области Малесија, која обухвата западну страну планине Караорман. Насеље је положено високо. Западно од насеља тло се спушта у клисуру Црног Дрима, где је образовано вештачко језеро Глобочица. Надморска висина насеља је приближно 1.010 метара.

Клима у насељу је планинска.

Историја
У месту "Присовљани" је радила српска народна школа између 1860-1870. године.

Становништво
Присовјани су према последњем попису из 2002. године имали 11 становника.

Претежно становништво у насељу су етнички Македонци (100%).

Већинска вероисповест је православље.

Види још
 Општина Струга

Референце

Извори
 Попис у Македонији 2002. - Књига 10.

Спољашње везе

 www.struga.gov.mk Званична страница општине Струга

Насељена места у Северној Македонији
Википројект географија/Насеља у Македонији
Општина Струга


WASHINGTON — Massachusetts and Minnesota have sharply increased the number of call center workers who will help people enroll in health plans through the states' insurance exchanges. Colorado has created an online avatar named Kyla to guide consumers through the sign-up process. And Maryland has replaced its exchange, which floundered last year, with Connecticut's successful model.


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Coasting in Dorset – Part One
I recently went on a short visit to Dorset (UK). It's not a place I know well, but the area is bristling with life and history (and a few ghosts). Here's what I found.
Jurassic Coast
The Jurassic Coast is England's only natural world heritage site. The Dorset and East Devon coastline's geology represents 185 million years of earth history in just 95 miles. With striking scenery, views and walks, and a range of museums with fossil interest, there's plenty to see. For ghosts, read on.
Jurassic Coast website
The village of Charmouth, with its 1,800 residents and 34 listed buildings has been around since the 9th century. In 1501, Catherine of Aragon is said to have stayed there on her way to marry Henry VIII's brother, Arthur. And, after escaping from the Battle of Worcester in 1651, Charles II sheltered in the village.
Charmouth Lodge on the main road (The Street) is said to be haunted by two characters, the ghost of a monk and a white lady. The woman, apparently, was murdered and then put down a well, situated under the dining room. An interesting place to stay, perhaps?
Lost World: The name of a bus, named after a major headland off the Jurassic Coast
The Pavey Group website
Lyme Regis with its sloping shopping street, landscaped grounds and the Cobb (harbour), where The French Lieutenant's Woman was filmed, is well worth a visit. The shops are interesting (particularly if you like charity shops) and the sea is impressive, even (especially) in bad weather. The streets are narrow and buses come scarily close to the walls.
A number of writers are associated with the town, from Jane Austen (1803 and 1804), to John Fowles. And the local area is subject to landslips, with one of the worst occuring in 1839. A further slip, which took place as recently as 2008, was described as the 'worst for 100 years'. When slips occur fossils can appear.
Found in Charmouth but definitely not a genuine fossil
Speaking of fossils of the ghostly kind, one story tells of a hand waving from the window of a house. The hand belonged to an old woman, apparently once confined in the attic, who waved to let the locals know when the coach had arrived at Horn Bridge. The coach didn't want to navigate the streets of the town centre, which were very narrow, so it stopped by the bridge and tooted its horn. The old lady would hear the horn, and wave to the people who'd hurry to meet it. Visitors to Lyme can indulge in such stories, of which there are several, by going on a ghost walk (summer months only). Tourist Information has further details.
Lyme Regis Tourist Information website
Yes, this is the Axminster of carpet fame, and the town is small, and on the Axe, not on the coast, but it does have a few features of interest.
In 1755, Thomas Whitty wove his first carpet here, and the business developed a good reputation, with carpets being sold in the finest houses. The original factory was burnt down in 1826, and rebuilt, as shown here. Shortly afterwards, the factory went bankrupt, but in 1937, the town began making carpets again, on its present site in Woodmead Road.
In the old courthouse entrance, a coloured panel tells the story of an enterprising man, Robert Moulding, who, in earlier days (pre-first world war) used to poach salmon to feed his children (all 11 of them). When he was caught, the magistrate fined him 7/6d, which he couldn't pay. So he went to the river, poached another salmon and took it along to the magistrate's housekeeper who bought it from him for 7/6d! With this he was able to pay his fine. He later used his enterprising nature to set up a successful construction business.
Not far from Axminster is Shute Barton manor house, where the unfortunate Lady de la Pole was hanged during the Civil War, for being a Royalist. Rumour has it she continues to walk the grounds of the manor, while others say the woman is in fact Lady Jane Grey, whose family previously owned the building. In the 16th century they tried to put Lady Jane on the throne, fell from grace with the crown and lost their home. The manor was leased by the de la Pole family, who later bought it.
Lyme Regis and the Cobb
Monkton Wyld
Not far away, in the other direction, is Monkton Wyld, a local hamlet with an interesting house, a former rectory. But more about Monkton Wyld next time…
Jurassic Coast: Dorset & East Devon [leaflet]
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Team & M Simons. A Visitor's Guide to Charmouth, Dorset [leaflet]
The Paranormal Database
Tourist Information. Discover Axminster. Axminster Printing Co. [leaflet]
Axminster, Charmouth, Dorset, ghosts, Great Britain, haunted houses, hauntings, Jurassic Coast, Lyme Regis, white lady
A question of ghosts (and other things)
Coasting in Dorset – Part Two


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Why the 'Back to the Future' DeLorean didn't end up in the Smithsonian
by: Emily Rome April 21, 2016
There exists an alternate universe where the DeLorean from Back to the Future is housed in the Smithsonian Institution. There also exists a much darker alternate universe where the DeLorean is a heap of rusted metal in a junkyard.
Fortunately for fans on this timeline, the DeLorean is safe and shiny in its new home in in Los Angeles.
The Hero "A" car (the primary car used in the production of the Back to the Future trilogy) seemed bound for the wrecking yard after years sitting outside, at the mercy of the elements, on the Universal Studios lot alongside the tram tour route. Now, after over a year of restoration work, it"s back to its former glory, looking just like it did when it rolled off of Doc Brown"s truck.
After briefly being on display in a glass box (indoors) at Universal, then being put into storage at the studio when that prop display facility was taken down, now the restored DeLorean is in its new home.
The "A" car was unveiled at the Petersen Automotive Museum in L.A. on Wednesday night – just barely shy of six months since we arrived in the future on the big Back to the Future Day, October 21, 2015. The Petersen reopened in December after 14 months of getting its own renovations. The car will be displayed alongside other movie cars at the museum like the VW bus from Little Miss Sunshine and the Batmobile from the 1989 Batman.
"I think the other movie cars will benefit from being around it," Joe Walser quipped when I chatted with him at the unveiling event. "The 'A" car, the DeLorean time machine will classy the joint up even more."
Walser"s the guy who led the restoration team. With years of production design experience on films and with his own passion for Back to the Future and making DeLorean time machine replicas, he was the man Universal knew was right for the job of restoring the "A" car. (He also organized on the October 2015 and 2010 We"re Going Back festivities. Check out a gallery with photos from one of those events near the bottom of this post.)
The Back to the Future DeLorean "A" car before its restoration. Photo courtesy of Steve Concotelli
When weighing options of a home for the DeLorean outside Universal, early on, "it was really between the Petersen and the Smithsonian," Walser told me.
So why didn"t the Smithsonian Institution, reputable D.C. home to many movie artifacts, score the DeLorean for its collection?
As Back to the Future trilogy writer-producer Bob Gale explained to me at Wednesday"s event, "The deal with the Smithsonian is that if you want it in the Smithsonian, you have to sign it over to the U.S. government, and that was not gonna happen."
So the car will be a "permanent loan" from Universal to the Petersen.
Ultimately, the Petersen ended up at the "top of our list," said Universal Studios Hollywood Creative Director John Murdy during a panel discussion at Wednesday"s event. He and others at Universal "wanted the car to be in L.A. where the film was made," he said.
Murdy was closely involved with the restoration team – he was eager to be a part of saving the DeLorean since Back to the Future has remained special to him ever since he watched the filming of the Twin Pines Mall scenes when he was a teenager working in a toy store at Puente Hills Mall in City of Industry, CA.
The DeLorean "A" car at the Petersen Automotive Museum's unveiling event on Wednesday. Photo credit: Emily Rome
For the Petersen"s Chief Marketing Officer Adam Langsbard, getting the "A" car to into the museum"s collections marks the achievement of a longtime goal – he"s been in touch with Universal in attempts to get the car since before the restoration.
Still on Langsbard"s wish list for the Petersen: the Ferrari from Ferris Bueller"s Day Off and the Risky Business Porsche 928.
At Wednesday's event, with the "A" car, from left: Adam Langsbard, John Murdy, Steve Concotelli, and Bob Gale (and Joe Walser behind Gale). Photo credit: JD Raimer
Also revealed during the panel: where the "B" car is. The second car built for the trilogy was the one destroyed by the train, but the exterior panels of that DeLorean were welded together and put on display, hanging upside down from a ceiling at Planet Hollywood Hawaii.
The time circuits from that "B" car has a different home: the fireplace mantle in Gale"s house.
A Kickstarter-funded documentary (directed by Steve Concotelli, who also spoke on the Petersen event"s panel) chronicles the "A" car"s restoration. A 20-minute featurette version of that documentary is on the Back to the Future 30th anniversary Blu-ray released last October. The feature-length version of the documentary, OUTATIME: Saving the DeLorean Time Machine (in which, full disclosure, yours truly appears), will be released this July.
After Wednesday"s unveiling event, the DeLorean "A" car will debut to the public at the Petersen this Friday, April 22.
For more HitFix content about Back to the Future, check out our coverage commemorating the movie's 30th anniversary and the October 21, 2015 festivities here.
Topics: #Back to the FutureTags: BACK TO THE FUTURE, Bob Gale, Joe Walser, OUTATIME Saving the DeLorean Time Machine


With the Modernizing Government Technology Act heading to passage as part of the final National Defense Authorization Act and the administration's pending release of its IT Modernization report, it's a matter of when — not if — federal agencies will modernize. Given that, it's important that the government and industry understand what IT modernization really means and how it can be achieved. Here are five considerations that federal agencies and CIOs should think about.


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Stavros Paskaris (born August 31, 1984) is an American former ice hockey player. Paskaris attended Wayne State University where he played four years with the Wayne State Warriors men's ice hockey team which then competed in the NCAA's Division I College Hockey America (CHA) conference. In his final year (2007–08) Paskaris was named to the CHA First All-Star Team.

On July 6, 2020, Paskaris was named assistant coach for the Dartmouth College Big Green, rounding out new head coach Reid Cashman's inaugural staff.

Awards and honors

References

External links

1984 births
American men's ice hockey forwards
Dayton Bombers players
Ice hockey players from Michigan
Living people
Wayne State Warriors men's ice hockey players


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Home›Individual Retirement Account (IRA)›DOL to start implementing new trust board exemption
DOL to start implementing new trust board exemption
On December 18, 2020, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) adopted Exemption of prohibited transactions 2020-02, Improving investment advice for workers and retirees (PTE 2020-02 or the Exemption), a new transaction exemption prohibited under Title I of the Employees Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), as amended, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the Code), which affects registered investment advisers (each, an advisor) who provide fiduciary investment advice to retirement investors, a term which includes plan members workplace retirement plans (plans) and plan beneficiaries, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and plan and IRA trustees. Specifically, PTE-2020-02 allows such advisors to receive otherwise prohibited compensation, including commissions, 12b-1 fees, trailing fees, selling charges, revenue sharing payments, and mark-ups. and markdowns in certain major transactions, in exchange for a fiduciary rendering of investment advice. It is important to note that the PTE 2020-02 also broadened the scope of the term "fiduciary investment advice" so that more advisers can be considered as trustees under the PTE 2020-02 and will therefore need the protections offered. by exemption. The PTE 2020-02 entered into force on February 16, 2021; however, the application of the exemption has been delayed until January 31, 2022. Therefore, parts of the exemption will be applied from February 1, 2022, and the remaining parts of the exemption will be applied from July 1, 2022.
Fiduciary investment advice
Under ERISA, an advisor to a plan is a trustee when it "makes[ing] investment advice for remuneration or other remuneration, direct or indirect, in respect of any sum of money or other property of these [P]lan, or ha[ving] any authority or responsibility to do so. The Code includes a parallel provision defining a trustee of a tax system, including IRAs. The DOL has adopted a five-step test to determine when recommendations constitute investment advice by a trustee under ERISA, which test also applies to the definition of trustee in the Code. For the purposes of this test, recommendations are considered investment advice when (i) advice is given as to the value of securities or other property, or as to whether to invest, buy or sell securities or other property; (ii) regularly; (iii) under a mutual agreement, arrangement or understanding with the Plan, the Plan Trustee or the Owner of the IRA; (iv) that the recommendation will serve as the main basis for investment decisions regarding the assets of the Plan or the IRA; and (v) that the recommendation will be individualized based on the particular needs of the plan or the IRA.
Under PTE 2020-02, renewal recommendations made to plan members and beneficiaries and IRA owners may also constitute fiduciary boards. The term "renewal" is interpreted broadly to include a transfer from: (i) a plan to an IRA, (ii) a plan to another plan, (iii) an IRA to a plan, (iv) an IRA to another IRA, and (v) from one type of account to another (for example, from a brokerage account to an advisory account). A recommendation for renewal is considered fiduciary investment advice when it passes the five-part test described above. Consequently, a single, discreet recommendation for renewal would not constitute fiduciary investment advice, as it would not satisfy the "regular basis" component of the test; however, a recommendation for renewal made as part of an ongoing relationship or at the start of a planned continuing relationship would likely constitute trust investment advice.
Compliance with PTE 2020-02
Advisors who provide fiduciary investment advice to retired investors under ERISA and / or the Code will be required to take certain steps to receive or continue to receive compensation otherwise prohibited in accordance with PTE 2020-02, including each of the above. the following:
Comply with impartial standards of conduct. The Standards of Impartial Conduct (the Standards of Impartial Conduct) require that investment advisers and broker-dealers (i) provide advice that is in the best interests of the plan owner or IRA; (ii) charge only reasonable fees (eg customary and reasonable fees based on what the investor receives) and comply with securities laws regarding best execution; and (iii) not to make any misleading statements about investment transactions or other relevant matters.
Recognition of fiduciary status. Advisors must provide written acknowledgment of their ERISA fiduciary status. The DOL has provided a language model in the preamble of PTE 2020-02 that can be used by advisers to meet this requirement. This requirement can be met by including the language model in the investment management agreement and part 2A of the ADV form. The DOL also recommended that certain additional languages be included in this written acknowledgment, but it is not necessary that such a language be included in the acknowledgment.
Provide written disclosures about the scope of the relationship and conflict. Advisers should provide written information to their clients regarding the scope of their relationship and any material conflicts of interest resulting from the services provided or any recommended investment transaction. This requirement can be met by including such disclosures on existing disclosure forms, such as ADV form and / or CRS form. In addition, changes may be made to the disclosures in section 408 (b) (2) of ERISA to meet this requirement.
Provide written information on the rollovers. Advisors who provide rollover recommendations to plan or IRA owners must document in writing the reasons why the rollover recommendation is in the best interest of the retirement investor. The DOL has provided some factors that should be considered and documented when making such decisions. When an advisor's recommendation is to move from a 401k plan to an IRA, factors to consider and document include: (i) alternatives to a rollover, (ii) a comparison of fees and expenses associated with the plan and the IRA, (iii) whether the employer pays all or part of the administrative expenses of the plan, and (iv) a comparison of service levels and investments available for each plan. The DOL provided similar factors to consider and document when the recommendation is to switch from one IRA to another IRA, including: (i) the long-term impact of increased costs, (ii ) the relevance of the turnover, and (iii) the impact of economically significant investment characteristics.
Drafting of policies and procedures. Advisors should adopt and implement policies and procedures to: (i) ensure compliance with standards of impartial conduct, (ii) mitigate conflicts of interest, and (iii) document specific reasons for recommendations made to investors retirees.
Performing an annual compliance review. Advisors are required to conduct an annual compliance review regarding their compliance with PTE 2020-02. This exam is designed to detect and prevent violations of PTE 2020-02. The results of the compliance review should be documented and provided to a senior manager, who will then provide certain written certifications regarding the report. The review, report and certification must be completed no later than six (6) months after the end of the reporting period, and the report, certification and supporting data must be retained by the advisor for a period of six (6 years.
The DOL will begin enforcing the standards of impartial conduct on February 1, 2022 and will begin enforcing other documentation and disclosure requirements on July 1, 2022. Advisors should expect the DOL, Securities and The Exchange Commission and the Internal Revenue Service will work closely to enforce PTE 2020-02 and that the penalties for violations of PTE 2020-02 will be severe. If an advisor violates PTE 2020-02, then the advisor may be barred from using the exemption for a period of ten years, during which time they will be barred from receiving some compensation in exchange for the supply. fiduciary investment advice to a retired investor. .
Advisors should start preparing for compliance with the standards of impartial conduct well in advance of the January 31, 2022 deadline, and should also begin preparing to comply with other documentation and disclosure requirements well in advance of the deadline of January 30, 2022. June 2022. While most companies currently operate with a best interest or fiduciary standard (for example, the fiduciary standard under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended (the Advisers Act)), adjustments to policies and procedures are still likely to be required. In fact, the DOL has stated that companies that comply with the standards in effect under the Best Interests Regulation (Reg-BI) or the Advisers Act may not necessarily be in compliance with the PTE 2020- 02.
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My sweet Holly is such a good little girl! She just turned 20 months old and I can't believe it. Let's get statistics out of the way, shall we? She weighs 25 pounds and is 33 inches tall. I don't know what percentile she's in, but she's just the right size for cuddling.
My poor girl has taken it rough lately. She had a bad cold, and now has croup. The other night she woke up coughing and wheezing and breathing really heavily and I almost rushed her to the ER right then and there! Andrew talked me down, and we all survived. But still...it was really scary!
Anyway, we are so blessed to have our Holly. She makes life so much fun.


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Now you can sing along with 'Frozen 2'
By Silas Lesnick | Jan 10, 2020
Having pulled in more than $1.3 billion dollars at the global box office, Walt Disney Animation's Frozen II now stands as the single highest grossing animated film of all time. Now, the studio is inviting you back to not only experience the adventure once again, but to add your singing voice to the choir! A new, Sing-Along edition of Frozen II is headed to theaters beginning January 17. Click here to buy tickets!
Why was Elsa born with magical powers? The answer is calling her and threatening her kingdom. Together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, she'll set out on a dangerous but remarkable journey.
Featuring Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff and Josh Gad reprising their respective roles, Frozen II is helmed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, the directors behind the original. Lee is again providing the screenplay from a story that she developed with Buck and Shane Morris.
The original Frozen was a massive box office success, pulling in more than $1.2 billion worldwide. It also took home two Academy Awards, including Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for Elsa's iconic "Let it Go".
Frozen II is now playing in theaters everywhere.
Marvel's first 'Black Widow' movie trailer strikes!
Scarlett Johnasson returns as Phase Four of the MCU begins, only in theaters, May 1, 2020.
A new '1917' featurette explores Sam Mendes' single take marvel
The World War I thriller opens on the big screen starting December 25.
Step inside 'Queen & Slim' with a new behind the scenes featurette
Daniel Kaluuya and Jodie Turner-Smith star in the drama from Emmy winning writer Lena Waithe and director Melina Matsoukas.
Take a first look at Isabela Moner as 'Dora the Explorer'
The 'Sicario: Day of the Soldado' star is playing the iconic children's show character in a new live-action movie.


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Vanna – 'All Hell'
Josh Hummerston 7 July 2016 at 16.59
They're very angry...
Consistently abrasive, Vanna open up new album 'All Hell' in typically explosive fashion, unleashing a maelstrom of furious noise.
It's an album that is extremely nihilistic in tone, with the dark nature of their music being most prevalent during 'Circle The Flame', with guitarist and vocalist Joel Pastuszak exclaiming, "The world is going to hell", to which frontman Dave Muise replies, "Oh well, oh well, oh well" succinctly summing up their frustrations and a sense of hopelessness.
A listen that is heartfelt in its aggression, it marks an exciting new chapter for the Boston bruisers.
Josh Hummerston


It's an X-23 focused week at the Uncanny Nerdverse. Ryan & Rob link up to review and provide their in-depth thoughts on this weeks issue. Plus Rob's going to give his take on the Iceman mini-series finale. Thanks for listening!