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Stephens, Muguruza March Into Roland Garros Third Round
Both 2018 finalist Sloane Stephens and 2016 champion Garbiñe Muguruza advanced with straight-set wins at Roland Garros on Wednesday. No. 2 seed Karolina Pliskova also moved into the third round.
PARIS, May 29, 2017 (by Michael Dickens)
Whether or not Sloane Stephens and Garbiñe Muguruza had 1 o'clock lunch dates to keep remains uncertain. However, both Top 20 players made quick work of their respective second-round opponents as Day 4 unfolded at Roland Garros on Wednesday.
First up on Court Philippe Chatrier, as the crowd began to file into their seats in anticipation of the second match on court between French hero Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and No. 6 seed Kei Nishikori, No. 7 seed Stephens from the United States advanced to the third round with her second consecutive straight-set win. Last year's finalist, Stephens needed just one hour and 26 minutes to beat No. 75 Sara Sorribes Tormo of Spain, 6-1, 7-6 (3). She won on her first match-point opportunity, hitting a sizzling backhand winner down the line.
Playing in her eighth French Open, Stephens hit 24 winners to nine for Sorribes Tormo and she converted all seven of her break-point opportunities.
"Obviously played well both matches, so just happy to be back in a good position in a slam," said Stephens during a post-match press conference. "I have had obviously, like, my best consistent results here. I like playing here. It suits my game well."
Moving on, Stephens' next opponent will be No. 71 Polona Hercog of Slovenia, who went the distance to beat American Jennifer Brady, ranked 80th, 6-3, 6-7 (8), 6-4. Hercog has won three clay-court titles, including Lugano this year. But Stephens will carry a 3-0 head-to-head record into their match. She beat Hercog in the second round at Roland Garros in 2014.
Muguruza moves to Lenglen, wins easily
Meanwhile, No. 19 seed Muguruza from Spain, who lifted the Suzanne Lenglen Cup in 2016, needed just 64 minutes to advance past overmatched No. 172 Johanna Larsson of Sweden in a match that was moved to Court Suzanne Lenglen from Court 1. She won with both power and by hitting soft but effective drop shots. It marks the sixth straight year that the Spaniard has reached at least the third round at Roland Garros.
Muguruza won 84 percent of her first-serve points, hit 16 winners and did not face any break points. She converted four of six break-point chances and out pointed Larsson 56-35. It was their first meeting.
"I'm happy I played well today. If you don't play well you go home very fast," said Muguruza in her post-match press conference. "I think that you've got to be competing and on top of that play your 'A' game all the time. Every day, I'm trying to do that."
Next, Muguruza will face No. 9 seed Elina Svitolina of Ukraine, who advanced to the third round via walkover when her compatriot Kateryna Kozlova withdrew with a viral illness. Svitolina leads the head-to-head 5-3 and won their most recent match in straight sets last February in Dubai on a hard court.
"I think it's a great third round for both of us," said Muguruza. "Personally, it's the type of match that I want to play.
"Maybe, it's a bit too early (in the draw), but too bad. It will be a very interesting match to play."
No worries for No. 2 Pliskova
No. 2 seed Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic had defeated No. 203 qualifier Kristina Kucova of Slovakia in each of the three previous times they met, all in three sets. The last time was nearly four year ago in Tianjin, which Pliskova won. This time, at Roland Garros, the World No. 2 needed just 56 minutes to win 6-2, 6-2. It was Pliskova's second straight win this week in less than an hour.
Pliskova, 27, dominated Kucova as she fired eight service aces, with her fasted serve speed clocking at 181 Km/hour, and won 81 percent (27 of 33) of her first-serve points. She saved the only break point she faced. The former World No. 1 hit 29 winners, committed just 11 unforced errors and outpointed her opponent 57-32.
Around Roland Garros
• No. 20 seed Elise Mertens advanced to the third round over French wild card Diane Parry, 6-1, 6-3 in one hour and 25 minutes. The loss ended the run for the 16-year-old Parry, ranked No. 457, who after beating Vera Lapko in the first round became the youngest player to win a round at Roland Garros since Michelle Larcher de Brito in 2009.
Mertens won 80 percent (32 of 40) of her service points and did not face any break points. She hit 18 winners and committed just 12 unforced errors.
"It was not my best level, but I still won. My level was comfortable. How shall I put it? It was just enough to win today," said Mertens, who will face No. 12 Anastasija Sevastova of Latvia in the next round. Sevastova beat 100th-ranked Mandy Minella of Luxembourg, 6-2, 6-4 in 73 minutes.
Parry was impressed by Mertens. "We can see that she's one of the best players," she said. "She was very strong. I saw the experience that she has while playing on court."
Despite the loss, the French teen Parry remained upbeat about her Roland Garros experience. "I'm very happy of my tournament. It's a positive result and this will help me for the future.
"I managed to find a benchmark and to see how I stand with regards to the other players and how much I have to learn for the future of my career. This gives me the will to play as much as possible against that type of players."
• No. 28 seed Carla Suárez Navarro of Spain needed three sets to beat Shelby Rogers of the United States, but did it. In a match-up of former Roland Garros quarterfinalists, Suárez Navarro won their third career head-to-head, 6-1, 6-7 (4), 6-3.
• No. 88 Kaia Kanepi of Estonia moved into the third round with a 6-7 (4), 6-9, 7-5 win over No. 50 Zhang Shuai of China. Kanepi hit 47 winners and Zhang committed 35 unforced errors during the two hour and 30 minute match. Next, Kanepi will face No. 68 Veronika Kudermetova of Russia, who defeated No. 99 Zaria Diyas of Kazakhstan, 7-5, 6-1.
Anna Karolina Schmiedlova of Slovakia, who for one set had the tennis world on the edge of their seats on Tuesday before she eventually lost in three sets to World No. 1 Naomi Osaka, has lost her last nine consecutive Grand Slam first rounds. So, for better or worse, there's some consistency. Her last Slam match-win? It came all the way back in the 2015 U.S. Open., a 6-3, 6-4 win over Julia Goerges.
• World No. 1 Naomi Osaka, on breaking down why she was so nervous for her first-round match against Anna Karolina Schmiedlova of Slovakia on Tuesday: "I can give you logical reasons, but I'm not really a logical person. So it might be something else (smiling).
"Logical reasons, first time playing a Grand Slam as No. 1. Won the last two, so I kind of want to win this one really bad. … I have never played Chatrier before. This was my first time. … And, yeah, I kind of feel like I'm having the thought of wanting to prove myself again."
• Defending champion Simona Halep on learning to play with joy and freedom – and a smile: "Yeah, I need to be calm. I need to be really focused on my game just not think about the opponents and not thinking about the result. I feel like I have improved a lot in this year since I won here. I'm a different person. I'm a better person. And now what comes, it comes as a bonus. So, I'm trying to just to give my best every time I step on the court."
What they're writing
World No. 16 Wang Qiang of China is penning a guest column for Metro.co.uk during the French Open. On Monday, she wrote: "I think every player wants to be No. 1. Everyone wants to win Grand Slams. For me, it's the same but I don't feel any pressure. I just want to do my best and focus on being myself. As long as I keep improving then that's all that matters.
"I don't know what the pressure would be like if I became No. 1. I'm obviously not there yet and I may never be. Either way, it would take time.
"Maybe I will do it. Maybe I won't. Who knows?"
What they're tweeting
• No. 14 seed Madison Keys (@Madison_Keys), who won her first-round match on Tuesday: "Was told to learn some French words before my 2nd round. #helpplz #RG19
• Caroline Garcia, French women's No. 1, after her first-round win: "Olé! Très contentedly de de 1er tour, merci pour Centre belle ambiance @rolandgarros! #RG19 #FlyWithCaro (Olé! Very happy with this first round, thank you for this beautiful atmosphere @rolandgarros! #RG19 #FlyWithCaro"
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Mickey and all his gang, including Minnie, Pluto, Goofy and Donald will be on tap for dinner. Bring your camera. There will be lots of photo ops, as this is one of the best Character Dinners, in my opinion, at Disney with lots of quality time with the characters who have never rushed us at a meal.


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3CLogic focuses on global expansion, declares Series B funding round
Category: #tech By Mateen Dalal Date: 2020-03-29
Cloud contact center solution provider 3CLogic has apparently declared a Series B financing round worth USD 9 million. Reliable reports claim that the round was mainly led by True Blue Partners and Capitan Investment Partners, while the other participants included Force 3 Partners, Blu Ventures, and more.
As per sources familiar with the knowledge of the matter, the company will use the funding amount to fast-track its expansion globally, and is planning to retain a special focus on Global 2000 enterprise companies that are working to digitally transform their customer services and support teams.
Tony Rickert, Managing Partner, Capitan Investment Partners, has been quoted to state that the establishment is thrilled to join 3CLogic's current investor portfolio and lead this funding round. Capitan has been following 3CLogic for a while now and is rather taken in with the firm's go-to-market strategy and team, Rickert says, adding that the cloud contact center solution provider is right amidst important technological trends including AI, speech analytics, and digital transformation.
Denis Seynhaeve, CEO , 3CLogic, has been quoted to say that most organizations as on today are looking out for maximizing the performance of their agents through automation of repetitive and manual tasks, in order to concentrate on more crucial employee or customer requirements. While digital channels remain a pivotal part of this strategy, voice will be the most important part of customer engagement, especially when the digital options seem insufficient, Seynhaeve adds.
3CLogic, as a part of its strategy, is focusing on helping huge enterprises integrate voice features as well as functionality, such as reporting, intelligent call routing, CTI, speech analytics, and IVR, with their system of record – like MS Dynamics or ServiceNow. Additionally, its Hybrid Cloud offering also enables organizations to adopt cloud-enabled flexibility – like the ability to work remotely while simultaneously leveraging PBX environments.
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Facebook Unblocks Kyle Rittenhouse, Says He Can Open Accounts Now
After Rittenhouse was found not guilty of murder over a triple shooting at a protest, Facebook will allow him to return.
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Kyle Rittenhouse, center, seen between attorneys Mark Richards, left, and Corey Chirafisi, right, as they enter a meeting in the Kenosha County Courthouse on Nov. 18, 2021.
Photo: Sean Krajacic / Pool (Getty Images)
Facebook has rescinded its block on searches for Kyle Rittenhouse, the teenaged gunman who killed two and wounded another with an AR-15-style rifle during Black Lives Matter protests and civil unrest in Kenosha, Wisconsin in August 2020. The decision comes after Rittenhouse was found not guilty of two counts of murder and one charge of attempted homicide. Rittenhouse will also be allowed back on Facebook and its sister company Instagram.
Facebook didn't prohibit users from mentioning Rittenhouse or discussing the trial, but it did block searches for his name and banned his accounts, citing a policy on mass shooters. Brian Fishman, then Facebook's director for counterterrorism and dangerous organizations, also tweeted the network would remove praise for Rittenhouse's actions and said the company had "designated the shooting as a mass murder." The decision made sense, as Rittenhouse had just shot several people at a protest. But it was immediately unpopular with the type of conservative pundit or politician that runs on outrage bait and saw in the decision some sort of pro-antifa liberal censorship conspiracy.
News of the reversal was first reported by the BBC.
Kenosha was one of the numerous cities across the nation where mass protests broke out against police brutality and racism in the wake of the Minneapolis Police murder of Black man George Floyd on May 25, 2020. On Aug. 23, a white officer with the Kenosha police officer shot Jacob Blake, a Black man, in the back seven times, seriously injuring him and sparking another round of massive protests that lasted for days. The situation became particularly tense when bands of self-proclaimed militiamen, some associated with a Facebook group called the Kenosha Guard, arrived in the city heavily armed and proclaiming they were protecting the city against looters. On the night of Aug. 25, Rittenhouse—who had arrived in support of the armed groups with his own rifle in tow—shot and killed Joseph Rosenbaum and Anthony Huber, wounding a third man, Gaige Grosskreutz. Rittenhouse later claimed self-defense.
Facebook immediately faced heat for choosing not to delete the page of the Kenosha Guard, which was less an organized militia than a venue for paranoid reactionaries to demand violent retribution against the protesters. The group also created an event called "Armed Citizens to Protect Our Lives and Property" on the 25th which drew thousands of RSVPs and urged attendees to "take up arms" against the "evil thugs." Facebook similarly failed to remove it, and the group was amplified by users on Reddit, conspiracy site Infowars, and right-wing media like local radio. CEO Mark Zuckerberg later admitted the company made an "operational mistake" in not nipping the group in the bud.
While there's no evidence that Rittenhouse was a member of the Kenosha Guard, there's plenty of evidence that it helped fuel the arrival of heavily armed vigilantes in the city at the worst possible time. When Rittenhouse was charged with murder and other crimes, he became a sort of right-wing celebrity; the jury's acceptance of his self-defense claims has effectively made him a Republican Party mascot, and he met with ex-president Donald Trump following the verdict. Some of his supporters sent out political campaign-style fundraising emails for his legal costs. Hubs on the far-right internet have also taken to praising Rittenhouse as a hero and viewing the verdict as an all-clear signal that violent attacks on protesters can be justified under the pretext of self-defense, Slate reported.
Given that he has been found not guilty, Facebook is unblocking searchers for Rittenhouse's name and allowing his new fanbase to praise him, short of celebrating the deaths that occurred. He will also be allowed to reinstate his Facebook and Instagram accounts, meaning he could probably become some kind of online influencer if he so chooses. (For the record, Rittenhouse's lawyer, Mark Richards, has said that Republicans who want to "trade on his celebrity" are "disgusting".)
"After the verdict in Kenosha we rolled back the restrictions we had in place that limited search results from returning content related to key terms including Kyle Rittenhouse," Andy Stone, a spokesperson for Facebook's recently created parent company Meta, told Gizmodo in a statement. "While we will still remove content that celebrates the death of the individuals killed in Kenosha, we will no longer remove content containing praise or support of Rittenhouse."
As the Washington Post noted, Fishman, the Facebook official who publicly referred to the shootings as "mass murder," announced on Oct. 28 he would be leaving the company with a final date of Nov. 19, the day of the Rittenhouse verdict. At the time he announced his departure, Fishman tweeted "I don't intend to share additional details at this point, though keep in mind that correlation is not causation."
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Ford Dumps Its U.S. Sedan Lineup: Is It Making a Mistake?
Ford will stop selling all of its traditional sedans in the U.S. by 2020. But while Ford clearly needs to pull back in this part of the market, it may have gone too far.
Ford Motor (NYSE:F) is getting out of the car business in the United States. In conjunction with its first-quarter earnings report, the automaker announced that by 2020, almost 90% of Ford's North American model lineup will consist of trucks, utilities, and commercial vehicles.
As part of this transition, Ford will discontinue five key models in the domestic market: the Fiesta, C-MAX, Focus, Fusion, and Taurus. This radical decision has received mixed reviews from investors and auto industry pundits. Some view it as a smart move to eliminate unprofitable lines of business, while others see the shift away from cars as shortsighted. Let's take a look at some of the key arguments on both sides.
The segments Ford is abandoning have been declining, but they still represent a significant piece of the market. During the first three months of 2018, Ford sold 100,956 vehicles in the U.S. across the five models that will be discontinued. This was down 12.2% year over year, but it still represented 17.5% of the Ford brand's U.S. sales volume.
The Ford Fusion is one of five car models that Ford will drop in the U.S. Image source: Ford Motor Company.
At an industry level, cars are still expected to account for about 27% of consumer vehicle purchases in 2022, according to LMC Automotive. Thus, Ford is walking away from market segments that will continue to be important for the foreseeable future.
While Ford still sells a fair number of cars in the U.S., models like the Fiesta, Focus, and Fusion all lose money today. Many are delivered to rental car companies at bargain-basement prices. In the consumer market, Ford has to offer massive discounts to move cars off of its dealers' lots.
Crossovers are far more profitable, largely because consumers tend to see them as more desirable. Additionally, the difference in price between sedans and crossovers has narrowed in recent years. Indeed, in January, Ford began U.S. sales of the EcoSport: its first entry-level crossover for the domestic market. The starting price is just $19,995, though a typically equipped version would cost significantly more.
If consumer preferences are set to continue shifting toward crossovers, it makes sense for Ford to double down on that slice of the market.
Crosstown rival General Motors (NYSE:GM) is moving in a similar direction. It is working to broaden its crossover lineup with an ever-expanding array of models. And while GM doesn't plan to exit the U.S. car market entirely, it is likely to discontinue at least two models in the next few years: the Chevy Sonic and the Chevy Impala.
Historically, one reason automakers like Ford and GM built small cars was to draw potential customers into dealerships with cheap cars and then "upsell" them to more profitable models. The arrival of the EcoSport means Ford will still have an affordable entry-level model to fill this role. However, its starting price is nowhere near the Ford Fiesta's base price of $14,205.
Rising fuel prices potentially represent an even bigger risk to Ford's strategy. Cheap gas has certainly fueled the market shift toward crossovers over the past few years. However, the national average gasoline price has risen by more than $0.40/gallon over the past year.
It's true that today's crossovers are far more fuel efficient than the SUVs of a decade ago. But the added height of a crossover carries an automatic fuel efficiency penalty. For example, the new EcoSport gets an EPA-estimated 29 miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway, compared to 34 mpg for the Focus and 35 mpg for the Fiesta. If gas prices continue rising, the superior fuel efficiency of traditional compact cars could become a key selling point again.
It's clear that Ford has been building far too many car models in recent years. The same is true for GM. Falling demand for traditional sedans and hatchbacks has undermined the already-tenuous business case for these models.
GM has also been suffering from weak demand for traditional sedans. Image source: General Motors.
GM is somewhat better-positioned than Ford because it updated the high-volume Chevy Cruze and Chevy Malibu models a couple of years ago. It can keep those models alive for several more years without making major investments.
Still, given that Ford will continue making cars for other global regions -- and will build the car-derived Focus Active crossover for the U.S. market -- Ford should have been able to keep selling one or two sedans in the U.S. at an acceptable cost. Instead, it risks exiting a substantial slice of the market just as rising fuel prices and higher interest rates may push consumers back toward affordable, fuel-efficient cars.


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Taylor Swift: Billboard Music Award Wins Were a 'Wonderful Feeling'
5/25/2013 by Ray Rogers
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May 19: So many trophys! Big winner of the night, Taylor Swift holds her Billboard award trophys at the pressroom of the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. See the complete winners list here!
Country superstar talks about winning eight trophies and her personal highlights of BBMA night.
The biggest stars in music lit up the stage of Las Vegas' MGM Grand Garden Arena for the Billboard Music Awards. But no one beamed brighter than Taylor Swift, who netted eight awards. Accepting her gold statue for top artist, Swift gave props to the 3.7 million fans who purchased "Red" and drove her across-the-board victories: "Thank you for making my music the soundtrack to your crazy emotions," she said. "You are the longest and best relationship I've had."
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She also premiered her new single, "22," in one of the night's most spirited performances, which kicked off in her dressing room and wound its way through the audience before hitting the stage. Ditching her glittering blue Zuhair Murad mini-dress for a unicorn-emblazoned T-shirt and shorts, Swift sang of the joys of being her tender age, surrounded by a full posse (including members of two mainstay Vegas acts, Cirque du Soleil and Jabbawockeez). Billboard checked in with Swift just days after the show, as she was already back in the thick of her current U.S. tour.
Billboard: You were the night's big winner. What was the highlight of the night for you personally?
Swift: For me the highlight of the night was standing onstage with my 15 breathless, beaming dancers after we finished our performance. We were all standing together and got to look out into a crowd that was giving us a standing ovation. It was a wonderful feeling.
Taylor Swift performs "22" at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards
What performances stood out to you? Was there anyone who surprised or moved you in a way you didn't expect?
I loved Ed Sheeran's performance because I get to see him move crowds with just an acoustic guitar and his voice every night on tour, and to watch him do that on a nationally televised scale made me so happy.
Who were you excited to see and meet at the show?
I was just excited that a bunch of my friends were there like Selena [Gomez and Ed]. It turned the night into more of a dance party than a high-pressure media event.
Madonna was the top touring artist. As someone who spends a lot of time on the road, have you learned anything by what she's done in her career?
One element of Madonna's career that really takes center stage is how many times she's reinvented herself. It's easier to stay in one look, one comfort zone, one musical style. It's inspiring to see someone whose only predictable quality is being unpredictable.
There were also artists on hand who are part of the new wave of younger performers taking hold at radio -- Selena Gomez performed, and Ariana Grande presented. What advice would you give them?
I never give advice unless someone asks me for it. One thing I've learned, and possibly the only advice I have to give, is to not be that person giving out unsolicited advice based on your own personal experience. I've always had a lot of older people giving me advice because I'm young, and in the end, it all comes down to who you want to be remembered as. Just be that.
Taylor Swift Q&A Backstage at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards
How did you celebrate your victorious night?
We had a giant dinner at Nobu for all of my bandmates, dancers and friends. It seemed like everyone was there. Ed, Selena, Austin Mahone . . . We were all just laughing together and rejoicing in a really fun evening.
How late were you out? Where did you go and who did you hang with?
I flew back to L.A. that night, so I was only out till about 1 a.m. Then I got home, said "hi" to my cat, then fell asleep in seconds.
You gave a heartfelt thank-you to your fans and acknowledged them as being "the longest and best relationship I've had." How would you describe that relationship? And how did it feel to have the opportunity to thank them publicly as you accepted artist of the year?
I loved being able to thank my fans for this life they've given me. Being on tour, I get a nightly reminder of how lucky I am to get to stand on giant stages and sing for sold-out crowds. Now I have so many girls my age coming up to me and saying, "I've listened to you for seven years." It's crazy to me that we've been in each other's lives that long and it still feels new. But hey, I guess that's what real love feels like.
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Posted: 8 October, 2003 at 10:32 AM GMT
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Just to kick off, this soundtrack is in no way related to the upcoming Hugh Jackman flick of the same name.
Halloween has become known as a time of year for ghosts, goblins, tricks, treats, and a time to be wary of things that go bump in the night. The tone for the holiday season is primarily marked by horror film marathons featuring the likes of Psycho, Friday the 13th, and Halloween. Now, a terrifying musical experience is creeping its way into the mythos of All Hallows Eve?
On October 7th, KOCH Records unleashed upon the world a soundtrack for the Halloween season, by an ensemble known as VAN HELSING?S CURSE. The debut album, Oculus Infernum, stitches together chilling classical passages (by way of an 18-piece orchestra), a prophetic choir, and menacing rock music in a veritable Frankenstein?s monster of musical styles. The metaphoric ?skin? for the album is a complete tale of terror revolving around the cyclical struggle between the forces of good & evil. Specifically, a dark, amorphous entity descends upon the earth and embarks on an unhindered killing spree. An orphaned boy seeks to end this ?reign of terror? and confides in a direct descendant of vampire hunter Dr. Abraham Van Helsing (from Bram Stoker's Dracula novel) in order to dispatch the entity.
VAN HELSING?S CURSE employs clever reworkings of such memorable classic pieces as Mike Oldfield?s ?Tubular Bells? (made famous by The Exorcist film), Grieg?s ?In The Hall Of The Mountain King?, ?Dies Irae?, Jerry Goldsmith?s ?Ave Satani? (from The Omen films), Carl Orff?s ?O Fortuna? (from Carmina Burana), Mussorgsky?s?Night On Bald Mountain?, Chopin?s perennial ?Funeral March?, Beethoven?s ?Moonlight Sonata?, Stravinsky?s ?Firebird Suite?, and Holst?s ?Mars, The Bringer Of War?.
VAN HELSING?S CURSE is the brainchild of none other than Dee Snider, best known as the lead vocalist of Twisted Sister. A lifelong fan of horror, Snider first made a foray into the genre with the successful cult film StrangeLand and its accompanying soundtrack. In 2000, Dee entrenched himself further in the world of horror by narrating a documentary/retrospect home video regarding the making of the movie Halloween. He also serves as narrator of the Oculus Infernum story.
The guys over at Koch Entertainment were kind enough to hook me up with a pre-release copy of their Halloween themed CD by Van Helsing's Curse. We don't normally do music reviews here at the Asylum (although that will be changing very soon) but I think it is my responsibility to let you know that this is an incredible album. And an absolute must for this Halloween season. I myself will be using it in the background of my local Halloween party this coming 31st October. And I think you should to.
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Ardnagno townland Proprietor John Martin, Esq., Tullira, Ardrahan. No agent. Let to 5 occupying tenants on a lease of 61 years, at the yearly rent of £90. County Cess 2/9½ . Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky, stony and gravely. Usual crops wheat, oats and potatoes. No bog. Prevailing names Diviny and Connor. One fort in this townland. Authority Michl. Diviny, townland Ardnagno.
Ballybuck North townland Proprietor Richard Gregory, Esq., Coole, Gort. Agent Edward L. Hunt, Esq., Gort. Middleman John C. Lopdell, Derryowen, on a lease during General Taylors Life. Let to 9 occupying tenants on a lease of 21 years from 16s. to 20s. per acre. County Cess 2/9½. Tithe withheld. Size of farms from 5 to 16 acres. Soil rocky and stony. Usual crops wheat and potatoes. Fuel none. Prevailing names Walsh and Hynes. One fort here. Authority Bartholomew Walsh, townland Ballybuck.
Ballybuck South townland Proprietor Richard Gregory, Esq., Coole, Gort. Agent Edward L. Hunt, Esq., Gort. Middleman John Lopdell, Esq., Derryowen, on a lease during General Taylors Life. Let to 7 occupying tenants on a lease of 21 years from 16s. to 20s. per acre yearly rent. County Cess 2/9½ . Tithes withheld. Size of farms from 4 to 20 acres. Soil rocky and stony. Usual crops wheat and potatoes. No bog. Prevailing names Diviny and Hynes. Authority John Diviny, townland Ballybuck.
Ballykilladea townland Proprietor Patrick Egan, Esq., Gort. Not any agent. Middleman Henry Lahiff, Esq., Gort. On a lease of lives and years. Let to 2 occupying tenants on a joint lease of 61 years at 16s. per acre yearly rent. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe withheld. Soil gravely, light and sandy. Usual crops wheat, oats and potatoes. Prevailing name Kimprey. Part of this townland occupied by Middleman under cattle and sheep. 2 forts in this townland. McDooaghs Holy Well in this townland, stations performed. Authority Thomas Kimprey, townland Killogay.
Cahercon townland Proprietor Richard Gregory, Esq., Cool, Gort. Agent Edward L. Hunt, Esq., Gort. Middleman Edward Kilkelly, on a lease of 21 years at 20s. per acre. County Cess 2/9½. Tithe withheld. Soil gravely and rocky (pasture). This townland is under cattle and sheep by middleman. 3 forts and one Cashel and 2 caves in this townland. Authority Thomas Connelly, Killinny East.
Cappacasheen townland Proprietor A. Lynch, Esq. Squareaven, Dublin. (No agent). Let to 2 occupying tenants at will for £63 yearly rent the whole. County Cess 2s/9½d per acre. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky, stony and gravely. Usual crops wheat and potatoes. No bog. Prevailing names O'Day and Callinan. Authority Thomas Conolly, Killinny townland.
Cappaghbeg townland Proprietor the Representatives of Walter Mahon, Esq.. Agent James Mahon, Esq., Northampton, Kinvarra. Let to 3 occupying tenants at will at the yearly rent of £50 per annum for the whole. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky and stony gravel. Usual crops wheat, oats and potatoes. Bog none. Prevailing names Keely. Authority John Bourke, Esq., Norman Grove.
Cappaghmore townland Proprietor John C. Lopdell, Esq., Athenry. Agent Michael Henly, Athenry. Let to 10 occupying tenants on a lease of 21 years at £160 yearly rent for the townland. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky, stony and gravely. Usual crops wheat and potatoes. Prevailing names Donohue and Kelly. Authority Martin Donohue, Townland Cappaghmore.
Carrowkilleen townland Proprietor Richard Gregory, Esq., Coole, Gort. Agent Edward Hunt, Esq., Gort. Let to Mr. Butler of Creg, County Clare, on a lease 2 years of which is unexpired from 1838, who sublets it in conacre at £4.0.0. per acre. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe withheld. Soil rocky and gravely. Produces potatoes. No bog. Part of this townland under cattle and sheep belonging to Mr. Butler. Scalpagoagh Cave in this townland and two other caves and some forts. Authority Mr. Burke, Norman Grove and Patt. Geoghegan, townland Carhookilleen, Herdsman.
Gortnaglogh townland Proprietor John E. Lopdell, Esq., Athenry. Agent Michael Henly, Athenry. Let to 3 occupying tenants on lease of 21 years by divisions from £5 to £20 each per annum. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky, stony and sandy. Usual crops wheat and potatoes. No bog. Prevailing names Donohue and Keane. Authority John Burke, Esq., Norman Grove.
Gortskeagh townland Proprietor Mark Browne, Esq., Rockville, Athenry, Kelly, Agent, Athenry. Let to 5 occupying tenants at will from 10s. to 16s. per acre yearly rent. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Size of farms 16½ acres each. Soil rocky, stony and gravely. Usual crops wheat, oats and potatoes. Prevailing names Keane. Authority Michael Keane, Gortskeagh.
Killinny parish Parish of Killinny, Barony of Kiltartan, Diocese Clonfert and Kilmacduagh, Co. Galway, 4½ miles on North West from the town of Gort.
Killinny East townland Proprietor A. Lynch, Esq., Squareaven, Dublin. No agent. Let to 11 occupying tenants on a lease of one life or 21 years at the yearly rent of 100 £ late Irish currency. County Cess 2s/9½d. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky, stony and gravilly. Usual crops wheat and potatoes. No bog. Prevailing names Conolly and King. Ruins of an old Abbey and Grave Yard in townland. Ruins of an old Castle and cave here and one fort.
Killinny West townland Proprietor A. Lynch, Esq., Squareaven, Dublin. No agent. Let to 10 occupying tenants at will at the yearly rent of £100 Irish currency. County Cess 2/9½. Tithe withheld by the tenantry. Soil rocky, stony and sandy. Usual crops wheat, oats and potatoes. Bog none. Prevailing names Gready and Higgins. One school 33 boys, 15 girls, all Roman Catholic. Established 1838 and paid by the scholars. Authority Thomas Connelly, townland Killiny East.
Norman Grove house The residence of Mr. John Burke, a handsome cottage built in 1794, a rural grove chiefly consisting of ash trees, well sheltered on the South West by the Clare Mountains, a good garden and small orchard, with various kinds of fruit.
Normangrove townland Proprietor James O'Hara, Esq., Raheen, Gort. Agent Barry O'Hara, Esq., Galway. Let to Mr. John Burke, Middleman on a lease of 999 years, who sublets it to 11 occupying tenants at will from 12 to 15s. per acre yearly rent. County Cess 2/9½ per acre. Tithe £6.5.0 per annum paid. Soil rocky, limestone and gravely. Usual crops wheat, oats, potatoes, vetches and clover. No bog. Prevailing names Quinn and Calligy. Norman Grove Cottage, the residence of Mr. Bourke, built in the year 1794, a handsome Rural Grove here, chiefly consisting of ashe trees, well sheltered to the S.W. by the Clare mountains; a good garden and small orchard with various kinds of fruit. Authority John Bourke, Esq., Norman Grove.
Shigaunagh townland Proprietor Major General Taylor of Castle Taylor, Ardrahan. Agent Captain Cuppage, Galway. Middleman Henry Lahiff, Esq., Gort, who holds at will at 9s/4d per acre yearly rent. County Cess 2s/9½d per acre. Tithe 1s/0d per acre, average. Soil rocky (pasture). This townland under cattle and sheep by Mr. Lahiff. Caherglessane Lough on the S. boundary. Pike, trout, perch and eel in this Lough. One fort here. Authority Thos. Connelly, Killinny East.


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https://graph.facebook.com/user_id?fields=id,name,significant_other

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We Are All So Similar
Posted by: yetheart, November 1, 2018 3:01 pm
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Christina Matula came to the library this fall to share her first picture book about the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, The Shadow in the Moon.
Matula grew up celebrating the festival and eating mooncakes, but not knowing about the legend of Hou Yi and Chang'e.
"Mooncakes were just these yummy red bean-filled cakes that my mom would bring home from Chinatown in the fall and I didn't really think more about it. It was only when we moved to Hong Kong over a decade ago that my daughter recounted the legend behind the festival that she had heard at school."
Upon being unable to find a picture book about it, Matula decided to write one herself. While she first intended the book to be just for her own family, she realized that sharing it might spark young children's interest in Chinese culture. For Matula, this legend was the beginning of her own fascination with Chinese mythology and her exploration of her heritage.
Librarians played a helpful role as she researched different versions of the legend; in one version Hou Yi is mean and greedy, so Chang'e steals the potion to keep it from him. In another, Chang'e is greedy and wants the potion's power for herself. Matula says, "it was important to write a version where Chang'e was just as brave and heroic as Hou Yi. Mid-Autumn Festival remains my favorite festival. Its simple premise of reuniting with family and giving thanks for what we have has parallels in so many cultures."
Libraries were important community spaces during her childhood. "Growing up, libraries were not only a place for research and reliable information, but they were also a place where friends, family, and the community gathered. They also allowed me to explore books that I could read for pleasure, outside of assigned school reading."
Now, libraries help her thrive and grow as a writer. "Libraries, with their wealth of titles in all genres, continue to increase my love of reading, which has evolved to include a love of writing. Librarians have been vital to my research, constantly recommending authors and books, new and old alike. Libraries, now more than ever, are an important community resource for all aspects of life. Not only are the library employees trusted members of the community, but also libraries themselves provide a place for family bonding over quality books, with no socioeconomic barriers. I am delighted that libraries remain as important to my children as they were to me."
Matula sought inspiration from both ancient and modern times while working on her book, citing Grace Lin's Thanking the Moon and Where The Mountain Meets the Moon as well as Loretta Seto's Mooncakes as influential during her process. She describes growing up reading fairy tales, especially Hans Christian Andersen. Another early and formative read was a collection of biblical graphic novels given to her by her mother. "I was fascinated by the far-off places and their archetypal stories of the hero's journey, where there was hardship that was overcome due to perseverance, with some accompanying truths and lessons."
She's currently working on stories about little-known Chinese legends that she hopes will be in a series with The Shadow in the Moon. "Legends are a vital thread to our past and give us an insight into what people used to believe and how they lived. It's amazing to see the similarities between legends across different cultures. They can also give you a greater appreciation of your own heritage."
"For those readers with Chinese roots, I want to share that fascinating legend that makes the Mid-Autumn Festival so special. But for any reader, I hope they will not only be drawn into the charming tale, but also in observing their own parallels with the religious and cultural festivals that their families celebrate." Matula was able to choose the illustrator of her book and describes immediately loving Pearl Law's style. "As she grew up in Hong Kong, she was able to add in brilliant little touches to the illustrations that only someone with that background and heritage could."
Reading plays an important role in Matula's life. "Reading is an escape from everyday stresses, transporting me to another time or place. Discovering books in other genres helps me improve my writing and inspires me to explore different avenues in the future. For younger readers, I believe nurturing a love of reading will develop into a love of learning."
Her advice to readers? "Don't be afraid to embrace your heritage and be curious about your background. Read stories written by or about someone from a different culture. It can give you valuable insight into how, despite our seemingly huge differences, we are all so similar."
This is just one of the great stories you can read in the November/December 2018 issue of Queens Library Magazine. Other articles you may find interesting:
Ndaba Mandela's Advice Is To Dream So Big Your Dream Scares You
Eric Klinenberg: Make Sure Libraries Get the Love and Support They Deserve
Alice Robb: Spend Time Thinking about What Goes On in Your Head Every Night
Genevieve Cogman: The World Is Wide Enough for Us All
children's books Christina Matula libraries Mid-Autumn Festival Queens Library Magazine The Shadow in the Moon


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South Carolina business is booming. Government is the largest business in the state, employing an estimated 19% of the state's non-farm workforce. Many industries help employ truck drivers, too. The SC automotive industry is third in the nation and home to more than 250 automotive and automotive-related companies including the large BMW plant located in Greer.
There are over 100 aerospace-related companies. Boeing expanded its operations in SC to create a second final assembly line for the 787 Dreamliner. The recycling market is really expanding with more than 500 companies that broker, collect, and transform materials into new products (SOURCE).
South Carolina is also home to the seventh largest container port in the U.S. – the Port of Charleston.
Perhaps The Palmetto State will soon change its name to Hauling Heaven.
The trucking industry is expected to grow 9% between 2014 and 2024 whereas the U.S. growth comes in a bit lower at 6%.
South Carolina is also home to hundreds of years of history. Fort Sumter is another sea port in the state known for two battles during the Civil War. The USS Yorktown is a 5-acre aircraft carrier used by the Navy during WWII.
When you want to kick back and enjoy life there's Hilton Head Island, Fripp Island, Kiawah Island, Isle of Palms, and more along the SC coast.
The SCDMV will check your driving history in other states looking for any traffic violations you committed over the past ten years using the Problem Driver Pointer System (PDPS) and the Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS).
These checks happen whenever you apply for an original CDL, renew a CDL, retest for a CDL, or move from a CLP to a CDL. Your CDL may be suspended or revoked if there are unresolved or disqualifying violations.
If you're a commercial driver, you must maintain a medical examiner's certificate that complies with FMCSA regulations. The medical examiner you use must be a professional listed on the FMCSA's National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.
Every time you apply for a CLP, a CDL, upgrade or renew a CDL license, change your address, or order a duplicate CDL, you must submit proof that you are medically qualified to drive. You can fax your certificate to 803-896-2676 or scan and email it to the SCDMV if it's replaced before you need a new CDL.
The SCDMV uses the Social Security Number Verification System to verify your name, date of birth, and social security number against your Social Security Administration (SSA) record. If the information you provide doesn't match your SSA record, you will need to correct or verify the information with the SSA before we can issue you a CDL (SOURCE).
You're applying for your first commercial learner's permit (CLP) or CDL.
You're a new resident switching your out-of-state CLP or CDL for an SC CLP or CDL.
You're applying for a change in CDL class A, B, or C.
A little known trucking job that's ideal for beginning drivers goes by many names – yard truck switcher, yard hostler, yard driver or trailer jockey. To be considered for a yard truck switcher position you need to have a current Class A CDL. Some employers may hire drivers who are working on getting a CDL and those who have recently earned one but have little commercial driving experience.
You need to be able to maneuver a semi with a trailer, and able to back the trailer up to dock doors, even when there are other trailers on both sides. Be prepared to perform pre- and post-trip inspections on tractors and trailers.
Sometimes you'll have to clean out trailers before or after you move them. If you're working with refrigerated trailers, you should know how to monitor and adjust the temperature for each load's specific requirements.
As a yard driver you need to be physically fit since you'll be climbing in and out of tractors to hook, unhook and inspect trailers. The job is definitely not sitting throughout your shift because you'll be doing a good deal of walking, lifting, bending and you'll be exposed to the elements.
Yard drivers usually have a set schedule so you'll always know when you'll be working. Because many warehouses and trucking companies are 24/7 operations there are different shifts available (SOURCE).
In South Carolina almost half of commercial drivers are over 52 years of age and many of the state's trucking companies have driver shortages. What's a company to do? The need for more drivers is critical, and the problem is not confined to South Carolina only.
Some incentives to get new drivers include scholarship programs and tuition reimbursement for training. Also an assessment of the state's technical colleges to ensure there are enough instructors in the CDL courses.
One big way the General Assembly can assist with the issue is by having public agencies use their truck fleets for entry-level jobs for newly licensed CDL drivers. Because government agencies have limited liability, with supervised, in-state drivers who generally don't travel at top speeds, they could hire these inexperienced drivers and provide them with invaluable skills.
However, insurance can be difficult to get for entry-level CDL drivers due to their lack of experience. It's the old Catch 22; Drivers can't get experience, and companies can't hire them, because they can't be insured.
The truck driving industry in South Carolina almost always has numerous openings because trucks transport 84% of manufactured freight in the state (SOURCE).


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Pictures From the Fairy Tale Fashion Exhibit at The Museum at FIT, NYC
All Photos By Gail
The Museum at NYC's Fashion Institute of Technology has been known to host some pretty fabulous special exhibits, and the only bummer about them is that you usually are not allowed to take photographs of the clothes. This restriction can really take the fun out of it, because if i can't take pictures, it's like I wasn't even there. Fortunately, at the Museum's current exhibit, Fairy Tale Fashion, photography is not only allow, it is encouraged. And that is a fantastic thing, because this exhibit is just insane.
Kirsty Mitchell, The Storyteller (from the Wonderland Series)
Fairy Tale Fashion is a unique and imaginative exhibition that examines fairy tales through the lens of high fashion. In versions of numerous fairy tales by authors such as Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, and Hans Christian Andersen, it is evident that dress is often used to symbolize a character's transformation, vanity, power, or privilege. The importance of Cinderella's glass slippers is widely known, for example, yet these shoes represent only a fraction of the many references to clothing in fairy tales.
Charlotte Olympia Storybook Clutch Bag (2013) Once Upon a Time Collection
Organized by associate curator Colleen Hill, Fairy Tale Fashion features more than 80 objects placed within dramatic, fantasy-like settings designed by architect Kim Ackert. Since fairy tales are not often set in a specific time period, Fairy Tale Fashion includes garments and accessories dating from the 18th century to the present. There is a particular emphasis on extraordinary 21st-century fashions by designers such as Thom Browne, Dolce and Gabbana, Tom Ford, Giles, Mary Katrantzou, Marchesa, Alexander McQueen, Rick Owens, Prada, Rodarte, and Walter Van Beirendonck, among others.
Photograph from Kirsty Mitchell's Wonderland Series
Here are some of our favorite pieces from the show!
Snow White inspired designs.
Minadiere Crystal Apple Handbag By Judith Leiber, inspired by Snow White's Poison Apple.
Designs inspired by Snow White & Rose Red, by the Brothers Grimm. Above: Bear Prince Suit and Rose Red Dress Designed by Thom Browne.
Below, Snow White Evening Gown by Dolce and Gabbana (2012).
Most of the clothes are displayed in the near dark to protect them from the harmful effects of excessive light exposure, and since flash photography is a big no no, it takes a super steady hand and a pretty good camera to get decent shots. I think mine came out OK; your mileage may vary.
Alexander McQueen Dress Inspired By Rapunzel
Designs inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen.
Center: Snow Queen Snowflake Evening Dress by Alexander McQueen (2008)
Mirrored Dress By Tom Ford (2014).
Invisible Shoes By Andreia Chaves (2011).
Left: Altazurra Spring Dress (2015); Right: Gingham Dress By Adrian (1942)
The Wizard of Oz has had a huge influence on fashion as you can see by these eclectic designs, all inspired by the beloved fantasy by L. Frank Baum.
The Ruby Gown, Red Dress by Rodarte (Fall 2011)
Molyneux Emerald Evening Gown (1930)
Two different takes on the Ruby Slippers. Above: Crystal Rose Shoes by Noritaka Tatehana (2010)
Christian Louboutin Lady Lynch Stillettos (2009)
Little Red Riding Hood: Comme des Garçons Ensemble (Spring 2015) Japan
Little Red Riding Hood is also well-represented!
Riding Cloaks
Red Cloak (Late 18th Century) and White Nightdress (Circa 1885)
Inspiration: Beauty and The Beast
Rodarte Spring Dress (2007) Inspired by Beauty and the Beast
Queen of Hearts by Hideki Seo
I didn't get too many good photos of any of the Alice in Wonderland-inspired outfits, because it was just too dark!
Playing Card Dress by Manish Arora (2010), Go Ask Alice Waistcoat By Audrey Buckner (Fall 1992)
Nicholas Kirkwood, Alice Shoe
Above and Below: Swan Lake
Court Gown By Vivienne Westwood, Inspired by Cinderella.
Below: Cinderella Stepsister's Dresses By Anne Fogarty and Bluemarine.
Christian Louboutin, Cinderella Shoes
In this exhibit, I was introduced to one Grimm's fairy tale that I previously was completely unfamiliar with: Furrypelts. The story goes that, in an effort to deter her father's proposal of marriage, a beautiful young princess demands that he provide her with four seemingly impossible garments: dresses that shine like the sun, the moon and the stars, and a fur cloak made from the pelts of every animal in the kingdom. When the king manages to obtain theses clothes, the princess flees into the woods, disguising herself in the cloak and packing her three magnificent gowns.
Gold Sun Dress By Zandra Rhodes
She later uses the gowns to awe a king in another land.
Moon Dress, Detail
The princess is wearing her glittering star dress when she finally wins the king's affection. The silver bead-and-sequined Star gown pictured two photos above, far left, is from the early 1930s.
Fashions inspired by Sleeping Beauty's Court
Gowns Inspired By The Little Mermaid
As you can see, Fairy Tale Fashions is worth making more than one trip to see everything in the exhibit, and the galleries do get very crowded on Saturdays, so maybe try to plan your visit for a weeknight, when the museum is open late. Enjoy!
Fairy Tale Fashion will be on Exhibit Through April 16th, 2016 at the Museum at FIT, Located at Seventh Avenue and 27th Street. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, Noon to 8:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is Free.
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Pretty good pics – you just need to hold your camera steady. 🙂
Great exhibit at any rate!
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