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Joycelyn Savage
Joycelyn Savage Wiki, Age, Height, Boyfriend, Family, Biography: Joycelyn Savage was born on July 22, 1995, in Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America. She is a popular American Singer, is presently in controversy as a sex slave victim of R. Kelly, the famous American singer, songwriter and also was a basketball player.
Joycelyn has been in a relationship with the singer for four years and she met Kelly for the first time during a concert in backstage, when she was just 19 years old.
After their first meeting, Kelly met her girlfriend at her parent's boutique in 2015. With their meeting, Savage's parents claim that the singer was mentoring her daughter. When her daughter started going to college, her parents thought that she was focusing on her studies and was in her dormitory.
But later when they tried to contact her, they discovered that Joycelyn was staying away from her College and was living with R. Kelly.
However, Joycelyn's parents tried to convince her to continue her studies, but she refused it. They also hired attorneys named Leif Howard and Gerald A Griggs to bring back her daughter. But, Joycelyn requested her parents to stop looking for her and she is not held by the singer forcefully.
Joycelyn Savage Parents, & Education
Kelly's Girlfriend, Joycelyn has completed her High School graduation and later after joining College, she did not continue her studies for a long time, because of having relationship with Kelly and was dropped out from college.
Timothy Savage is the father of Joycelyn and her mother name is Jonjelyn Savage. She is also having a sister, whose name is not known.
Joycelyn Savage, Affairs, & Relationships
Joycelyn Savage was pursuing her College since 2016 until later she started having an alleged relationship with the singer R.Kelly. She later stopped going to College and was not found in her Dormitory when her parents tried to contact her.
Later it was discovered that she was staying with Kelly and she also claims that he has not brainwashed or kept her forcefully with him.
Recently R Kelly documentary series titled 'Surviving R. Kelly' was aired on Lifetime earlier this January. It featured some of the interviews with the alleged victims of US singer and rapper, Kelly.
The show, interviewed the families of alleged victims including Joycelyn Savage Parents, as they have made a number of claims against Kelly. Surviving R. Kelly will also be airing in Britain in February.
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The estimated net worth of Joycelyn Savage is under review and will be updated very soon.
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Mortlach Rare Old
June 25, 2018 January 2, 2023 The Scotch NoobReviews3 Comments 16765 views
Mortlach, one of those "only for blends and independents" distilleries that has graduated through sweat and perseverance (or marketing and PR) to official lineup status, is actually one of my favorite distilleries. The independent Gordon & MacPhail bottling was a stunner, and frequent readers will know that the "heavily sherried and meaty" style is right up my alley.
Mortlach is an unusual distillery. Like Springbank, it has a unique and convoluted distillation process that involves "partial triple distillation" or "2.7 times distillation" which I won't even try to describe here. Mortlach has six stills of vastly different types and sizes, and has been around since 1823 (and a major component in the Johnnie Walker blends since 1923). Owned by Diageo, it has not had much of a presence in the single-malt scene aside from one-offs from independents or special releases from Diageo. Until 2013, that is, when Diageo announced new packaging and a corresponding new brand strategy for Mortlach single malt, aiming at the premium market. The entry-level "Rare Old" expression, with no age statement, launched for almost $130 a bottle in the US. Yikes.
The Rare Old is neither rare nor old. A non-age statement bottling at an appropriate 43.4% ABV (Why not 43%? Who knows.) from a mixture of ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks, the Rare Old shocked everyone with its initial price – made worse by its bottling at 500ml instead of 700ml in the UK – and then further shocked everyone by diving down the price charts by more than 50% after demand failed to materialize. That's an unheard-of discount these days, with whisky of all sorts costing MORE every month, not less. I purchased my 500ml bottle from the UK for $41 (That's £30, down from its launch price of £55) after missing a sale of the 750ml size at Costco last year for $40! When you consider that some US retailers carried the 750ml Rare Old at launch for $129, that's quite a fall from grace.
Update 7/25/2018: Apparently Diageo has been informed of their mistake in presenting Mortlach in smaller, more expensive bottles with less sherry and no age statement, and is re-re-launching Mortlach with full-sized bottles and age statements. The Rare Old and other recent NAS releases have been discontinued. See the replacement for Rare Old here.
Nose: Thin and somewhat insubstantial. Clearly very little sherry influence, just ex-bourbon (possibly refill). Very light lemon (lemonade), stale biscuit, blanched almonds, fresh banana, and pale honey. Malty, but insipid. Does not smell particularly "young" – I would make a wild guess of around 10 years by aroma.
Palate: Syrupy body. Sweet up front, with only moderate tongue burn. A nutty dimension appears – cashews or Brazil nuts – along with a slight bitterness, like walnut skins. A reprise of all the notes from the aroma. Well-balanced but unexceptional. No off-notes or "too young" flavors.
Finish: Short. Malty, with a hint of peanut butter. Fades without any additional complexity.
With Water: A few drops of water add a papery, grassy aroma and bring more banana to the palate. I don't recommend any water with this.
Overall: An unchallenging dram that one could even call uninteresting. At the price I paid ($41 US for 500ml), I wasn't terribly disappointed although I would have been a bit miffed to pay $60 for 750ml. Yes, I'm aware of how little sense that makes. This bottle has also taught me that what I really like about Mortlach is not its "blank slate" nature, but rather its ability to meld with old sherry casks. In that way, it feels more like Glenmorangie than Balvenie to me. If you see a full 750ml bottle on sale at the $40 price, grab one. It's worth that. $129? I think not.
Mortlach has been a major component in the Johnnie Walker blends since 1923, and a majority of its output is used for blending. The distillery's few single-malt releases are much prized by whisky drinkers seeking the house characteristic robust meatiness and affinity for sherry aging. Starting in 2014, owner Diageo has made a push to release Mortlach as a "premium" single-malt brand, with associated premium pricing and high-end packaging. The Speyside distillery itself was built in 1823, the first in Dufftown, and passed into and out of service (and through multiple hands) until bought by John Walker & Sons (later becoming Diageo) in 1923. Despite several improvements and a refurbishment Mortlach has six stills (three wash, three spirit) of all different sizes, shapes, and origins including a tiny spirit still named the "Wee Witchie" to which the meaty house character is attributed. Similar to Springbank, Mortlach employs a partial triple distillation sometimes called "2.7 times". The distillery uses cold worm tub condensers, stills heated by indirect steam, six larch washbacks and a semi-lauter mash tun. Process water is drawn from springs that run off of the slopes of Meikle Conval, which collect into the Dullan Water which in turn joins the River Fiddich.
Price Range: $40 - $129 (Discontinued)
Acquired: (500ml Bottle) purchased at Master of Malt, $41
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Brolic Whiskey says:
We reviewed this one for Youtube recently, as well as a 2 minute review for IGTV. I was surprised at how light it actually is, I enjoy the dram for under $50…but it's nowhere near a $125 bottle. Just a slight correction, they actually claim they are distilled 2.81 times.
500cl bottles would be amazing! (I think you meant either 50cl or 500ml, and I'm being pedantic). Sounds like tracking down IBs is the way to go with Mortlach.
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Woops thanks – fixed. 🙂
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San Diego Congressman lashes out at Trump
By: Jim Patton

Juan Vargas

WASHINGTON (KGTV) -- It was a battle cry moment in the immigration debate his week: San Diego Congressman Juan Vargas confronting President Trump as he walked by after an immigration meeting on Capitol Hill.
The Congressman shouted Tuesday, "Quit separating the kids! They're separating the children! Mr. President, don't you have kids?!!! Don't you have kids Mr. President?!!!"
Reached by phone Thursday in Washington DC, Vargas said, "You know, I was very angry." The Congressman had taken part in a tour, along with other political leaders, of an immigrant child detention center in El Cajon Monday.
"I thought of my own two girls," says Vargas. "You know, if they had taken my girls away from my wife and me and put them in cages... how despondent we would be?"
A thought that prompted the Congressman to do something he says he's never done before: confront the Chief Executive head on.
But Vargas says it was a moment nearly stopped by the secret service, when an agent attempted to block his access to the Presidents entourage.
"The Secret Service person said no, and I said, we'll I'm going anyway," said Vargas. "And that's when one of the Capitol Police Officers said, 'he's a member of Congress, don't stop him.'
The President wasn't the only one to get a taste of Vargas' anger after Tuesday's meeting. While walking by a hallway press interview underway with Republican Congressman Carlo Curbello of Miami, Vargas lashed out, "I hope you tell them not to put people in cages Congressman. You were the one we were hoping on and you haven't helped us out on this at all Congressman, it's wrong!"
Vargas says he still considers the Congressman from Miami a good friend. But there's sure to be some making up tomorrow as Congressional leaders take part in a Friday Prayer.


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A Major League Baseball Top 100 prospect headlines the initial 2017 roster for the Tri-City Dust Devils. Adrian Morejon, ranked as the No. 91 prospect in all of baseball by MLB.com, is included on the roster that features a mix of talented young standouts and returning players.
Morejon, a 18-year-old southpaw from Cuba, is set to make his professional debut with the Dust Devils. Joining Morejon on the Dust Devils is infielder Luis Almanzar. A native of the Dominican Republic, Almanzar is a highly regarded shortstop that was ranked No. 3 on MLB.com's International Top 30 Prospects list in 2016. Both Morejon and Almanzar were signed by the San Diego Padres during the 2016 international signing period. Both are ranked by MLB.com in the as top 30 prospects for the Padres, with Morejon ranked as No. 3 and Almanzar as No. 18.
There are fourteen former Tri-City players who will be back with the Dust Devils this summer. Returners include infielder Boomer White, who played in 61 games for the Dust Devils in 2016. White was selected in the 10th round of last year's MLB Draft out of Texas A&M, where he was named the 2016 SEC Player of the Year. Right-handed pitcher Emmanuel Ramirez will look to replicate his success on the mound from last year with the Dust Devils. Ramirez had a 4-1 record with a 2.62 ERA in his eight starts with Tri-City in 2016.
Also included on the roster is Austin Smith. The right-handed pitcher was the first player taken by the Padres in the 2016 MLB Draft when he was selected with the 51st overall pick two years ago.
The Dust Devils are expected to receive additional players from the 2017 MLB Draft, which begins tonight and runs through Wednesday of this week. The Padres have the 3rd overall pick and will have a total of three selections during today's portion of the draft.
Ben Fritz is back for his second year as the manager of the Dust Devils. Fritz is joined on the staff by pitching coach Josh Spence, hitting coach Hunter Mense, and fielding coach Oscar Salazar.
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Police at Navy Yard Scene Share Details About the Shooting
Officers traded fire with suspected gunman Aaron Alexis before he was killed.
Written by Harry Jaffe
| Published on September 17, 2013
Photograph via US Navy.
Suspected Navy Yard shooter Aaron Alexis traded fire with police officers from a cubicle on the third floor of the Navy Yard building before being killed in a fusillade of rifle fire, according to officers at the scene.
MPD veteran officer Dorian DeSantis, of the MPD's Emergency Response Team fired the weapon that killed Alexis, witnesses said, but not before Alexis had killed 12 people and wounded three more.
"When we arrived on the floor there were still 50 or more Navy employees on the floor," one DC officer told Washingtonian. "He [Alexis] still would have been cranking off if we didn't stop him."
The officer declined to speak on the record because the investigation into the shootings was still underway.
DC police and members of the US Park Police encountered Alexis at the same time, officers
said.
Members of MPD's Emergency Response Team were at their base near Blue Plains, about
a mile from the Navy Yard, when they fielded radio calls about an active shooter.
At 8:45 they jumped into two armored vehicles and about 15 marked police cars and
raced to the Navy Yard.
"The scene was totally chaotic," one officer said. "I'm surprised we didn't see cops
shooting cops."
Fifteen members of the ERT squad and US Park police officers responded to reports
of an officer down on the third floor of building 197 of the Naval Sea Systems Command.
They arrived to find Officer
Scott Williams, who had been shot in both legs.
"I've been hit," he said.
ERT members, armed with semi-automatic rifles, were checking room to room on the building's
west side in the neighborhood of room 3200 when bullets started coming at them. There
were offices to the right and cubicles to the left. The gunfire was coming from the
cubicles.
"He was shooting at them; they were shooting back," one officer said. "Some of his
rounds were penetrating rooms and lodging in file cabinets."
Officer DeSantis, 49, got a clear shot and fired at Alexis, according to witnesses. According to police on
the scene, Alexis was shot multiple times in the face and upper body.
DeSantis has been an MPD officer for more than 20 years, according to fellow officers.
Previously he served in the military and is an avid runner who has participated in
the Marine Marathon. DeSantis is on administrative leave and could not be reached
MPD has not identified the officers involved in the Navy Yard operation and could not confirm DeSantis's role.
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Review of Bound By Blood (The Garner Witch #1), by P.A. Lupton
Book four of my own little personal Bound By Blood book challenge, where I set out to read all five books on my shelves called, you guessed it, Bound By Blood, is by P. A. Lupton. I grabbed it some times ago as a freebie on Amazon.
FBI agent and psychic, Brianna Reece, descends from an ancient and powerful bloodline of witches, only she doesn't know it. But now that legacy has come back to bite her—literally.
In the shadows of night in Denver Colorado, a serial killer is hunting women, and FBI agent Brianna Reece is hunting the killer. Unlike any case she's worked before, Brianna can't ignore the prickling at the back of her neck when she glimpses the resemblance she shares with the victims. The investigation begins to touch even closer to home when it is revealed that all of the victims were also psychic.
Complicating matters further, Brianna is captivated by the FBI's prime suspect Nathan Donovan. Though she senses he is hiding something from her, the attraction she feels for him is compelling, and unlike anything she's ever experienced. Through a chance twist of fate, Nathan learns of Brianna's ancestry and is forced to divulge secrets to Brianna that will change her life forever.
When she learns that the killer is an evil vampire, and he's now set his sights on her, Nathan alone holds the key to awakening her dormant powers. Now he must race to teach her how to control her emergent gifts before she becomes the next victim.
Somewhat spoilerish ranty review
This is one of those books that when someone asks you how it was you stop, think really hard and can still only come up with "meh, it was OK." And it is. It's OK. It's not good by any stretch of the imagination, but I can't quite call it bad either. And I can't come up with any one big issue I have with it, just a myriad of small annoyances that eventually put me off as a reader.
Things like the fact that the heroine, a psychic FBI agent, follows no procedural protocol at all and never suffers any consequences. In fact, her boss doesn't even seem to exist. She starts investigating the case before she's officially assigned to it, or even started her job for that matter. Then she's immediately on the ball and working cases as if she's worked there for years, even though it's supposedly her first day. No need to meet the co-workers, get assigned a desk, learn the ropes, etc for Reece apparently.
But even more than that, she is assigned her first case as a member of the Denver FBI office and then it miraculously ends up all being about her. It's not even like the killer comes after her. It really feels like she's been randomly assigned a case, all 'Yo, Reece, you're up in rotation. Next case is yours,' like and then suddenly it's a personal vendetta against her and her family. Um, until a week earlier, she didn't even live in the state and the murders had been going on for months (years, but no one knows that yet), so how realistic is that little twist? I think the author swapped plots about halfway through the book.
Plus, I never understood some of the basic groundwork of the plot. For example, if your whole family was being hunted down would your first thought be to scatter (disperse your power base) and bind the powers of your children, while not tell them about the dangers. Yep, that's logic–if we pretend the danger doesn't exist and make sure you can't defend yourself if by chance it does, we'll all be safe in the end. How does that even make sense in the first place?
Then there is the incredibly schmaltzy love. A lot of the book is dedicated to Reece and Donovan fawning over eachother. It's an insta-love and it's all so saccharine sweet. They go from I'm intensely attracted to you but you're a suspect in my case, to I'll love you forever, move in with me, in no time at all. Too fast, to forced, too much of the same. I got sick of all the kissing and fade to black sex.
Then there is the history of sexual assault that seemed to contribute nothing to the plot. This is a person button for me. A history of rape (or attempted rape in this case) can be important to a plot. I'm not arguing it can't, but when it's not an integral part of the plotting why include it? It neither elicits sympathy from the reader nor proves the woman's resilience or strength. It was essentially pointless as far as I can see.
Then there were the multiple deus ex machina events. Every time Reece found herself in danger (including her attempted rape) she got out of it by developing some new, never suspected or attempted power that she miraculously wields to the detriment of her attacker.
Well, isn't that convenient. Almost as convenient as the fact that she's able to keep conscious and taunting her nemesis after he's drugged her, stabbed her repeatedly (almost gutting her at one point) and beaten her about the face. It is, however, admittedly less convenient than the fact that her attempted sexual assaulter was still able to chase her through the woods and catch her after she kicked his knee to the side and broke the bones. I'm fairly sure that even with the adrenaline and endorphins of shock, someone with a broken leg wouldn't be chasing her down and still trying to rape her.
Then there was her ridiculous bravado in the face of otherwise certain defeat. This is another personal annoyance for me. Why do some characters get to mouth off to authority figures who would squash anyone else for being so impertinent and get away with it? Granted, the bad guy isn't an authority figure, but she never shut up with her snarky comments, even when he tortured her and still he never killed her. Then she meets the all powerful council who literally could squash her like a bug and, knowing nothing of the rules or etiquette, mouths off and challenges them, again with no consequences. Suicide by mouth, I call it, but always, somehow, with a stay of execution. I don't get it or like it.
Then there is the classic, "Hi, I'm the villain you've been chasing. Let me monologue my ill-intent for a while." And that same villain was fairly predictable in the end. No big surprises there. The villains' need to go on and on about themselves is almost as bad as the endless and obvious info-drops throughout the book.
I will say that, with the exception of a too frequent use of names in dialogues and a few too many adjective and adverbs in the speech tags (this rarely works well for a first person narrative) the writing was pretty good. I have the re-edited version and though I noticed a few missing words and spaces, it wasn't as badly edited as some of the early reviews say. I probably wouldn't even bother mention it if it hadn't been an obvious issue in the earlier edition.
So, for the right reader, one who doesn't mind a lot of affectionate down time with the characters, for example, this will probably be a real winner. For me, it wasn't.
This entry was posted in books/book review, Challenges and tagged book review, bound by blood, challenges, fantasy, PNR, vampire on October 4, 2014 by Sadie.
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Greatness Adjusted for Inflation: Meet the Best Trek Ever / April 6, 2014 by Trek fm
It's probably safe to assume that you have your favorite version of Star Trek that you'll readily defend until the sun explodes. Whether you're an Original Series purist, a Picard-Diehard, a fan of the Abramsverse, or you just love it all, you're one of the millions of dedicated fans across the globe.
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Book Review: "The Weight of Worlds" by Greg Cox / April 15, 2013 by Charlynn Schmiedt
"It would appear, Captain," Spock said with a trace of amusement, "that your reputation precedes you."
Once again, the Enterprise and her crew are on the edge of the final frontier and it is the only ship standing between the Alpha Quadrant and a crusading invasion that will stop at nothing to convert the entire galaxy to their truth.
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Book Review: "Devil's Bargain" by Tony Daniel / March 22, 2013 by Trek fm
Tony Daniel's first Star Trek book, "Devil's Bargain," takes place three and a half years into the first five year mission. It feels just like an episode from an unseen season four with humor and fun, all while touching on some very important issues.
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Literary Treks Supplemental: David R. George III talks "Crucible" / February 25, 2013 by Charlynn Schmiedt
We recently talked to David R. George III on Literary Treks and did not have time to talk about his epic Crucible trilogy. He has graciously written up some answers for us on this pivotal series.
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Book Review: "Allegiance in Exile" by David R. George III / February 12, 2013 by Trek fm
David R. George III's new Original Series novel takes the crew of the Enterprise to the edge of the final frontier and brings introspective challenges for two of the main crew members. Set in the final year of the first five-year mission, the crew will face an unknown enemy, meet some new friends, and leave changed forever.
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Curving The E's: An Examination of the TOS Credits / November 12, 2012 by Drew Stewart
In my journey through The Original Series as your Series Editor, I noticed something beginning with the Season 2 credits. For the last couple years I'd been noticing how a lot of "Star Trek" logos are lacking the curve of the E...
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Charlie X: A Review / November 23, 2011 by Trek fm
Thanksgiving is a time, well, to give thanks. One thing I am sure we are all thankful for is Star Trek. And in honor of that I decided to review the TOS episode "Charlie X," which actually takes place at Thanksgiving.
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How Much for Just the Planet? (Book Review) / October 25, 2011 by Trek fm
Prized by all post-warp societies, dilithium is the mineral that runs the galaxy. If it were not for dilithium crystals, we would have no Federation and no Klingon Empire as we know them. And if it were not for dilithium, we would not have the Federation-Klingon power struggles in TOS, or in John M. Ford's novel How Much for Just the Planet?
Book Reviews, TOS Book Reviews, How Much for Just the Planet?, Novels, TOS, The Original Series, T'Laina Ariennye June 11, 2015
DeForest Kelley: The One and Only / October 16, 2011 by Trek fm
He's a beloved fan favorite, and he was also a favorite of his Star Trek co-stars. He was considered a quintessential Southern gentleman, and a selfless, intelligent actor. DeForest Kelley took the character of Dr. McCoy and made him his own. He developed McCoy from the ground up, and when you're watching Bones be Bones, you're watching Kelley be Kelley. Dr. McCoy is also a true Southern gentleman because of the man portraying him.
Features, TOS Bones, DeForest Kelley, Dr. McCoy, Features, TOS, The Original Series, Lisa M. Lynch June 11, 2015
The Best of Star Trek: The Original Series / September 20, 2011 by Trek fm
Asking a fan to name the five best episodes of a Star Trek series is like asking Troi which chocolate dessert she likes best. There are too many good ones to choose just five, although the Spock's Brain Sundae is one you'd be willing to pass over after most meals.
Features, TOS Assignment: Earth, Let That Be Your Last Battlefield, Mirror Mirror, The City On the Edge of Forever, The Trouble with Tribbles, Christopher Jones June 11, 2015
Vulcans Running Amok: The Pon Farr / August 5, 2011 by Trek fm
Send the children into the other room for an episode of SpongeBob if you would, please. Actually, if any Vulcans are in the room, they may wish to join the children, as they may find SpongeBob preferable. Come to think of it, you might go too and make it a party. Just keep it down.
What is being written here today, no outworlder must know. Vulcans do not even discuss it amongst themselves!
Articles, Enterprise, Features, Spock, TOS, Voyager Amok Time, Spock, T'Pol, Tuvok, Vorik, Vulcans, pon farr, Lisa M. Lynch June 11, 2015
A Q&A with Eddie Paskey—Star Trek's Ubiquitous Lieutenant Leslie / July 14, 2011 by Trek fm
Although he might be considered a "minor" character in Star Trek, Eddie Paskey's Lt. Leslie had a major role in the series. He appeared in 57 episodes, more than Walter Koenig's Mr. Chekov or George Takei's Mr. Sulu!
Interviews, TOS Eddie Paskey, Interviews, Lt. Leslie, TOS, The Original Series, Lisa M. Lynch June 11, 2015
It Takes More Than a Few to Make a Crew / July 1, 2011 by Trek fm
The Constitution Class Starship USS Enterprise 1701 boasts 430 crew members. Of these 430, viewers are well-aquainted with Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, and Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy. Lieutenant Uhura is the trusty communications officer, and Mr. Chekov navigates while Mr. Sulu operates the helm. Scotty is the stalwart in the engineering department and Nurse Chapel is a competent presence in sickbay. Most people even remember Yeoman Janice Rand with her incredible basket weave hairdo, even though she didn't last beyond the eighth episode of the series.
Features, TOS Angela Martine, DeSalle, Dr. M'Benga, Lieutenant Brent, Lieutenant Hadley, Lieutenant John Farrell, Lieutenant Kyle, Lieutenant Leslie, Lieutenant Riley, TOS, The Original Series, Lisa M. Lynch June 11, 2015
Assignment: Earth / June 15, 2011 by Trek fm
It's the Star Trek episode that isn't quite Star Trek.
At the end of itssecond season, the return of The Original Series was in doubt and creator Gene Roddenberry wanted to find something to replace his imperiled show. In 1966 he had unsucessfully pitched a pilot script to Desilu studios entitled "Assignment: Earth."
Articles, Features, TOS Assignment: Earth, Beta 5 Computer, Gary Seven, Isis, Omegans, Roberta Lincoln, TOS, Lisa M. Lynch June 11, 2015
From Unfinished Alien to Pure Vulcan, Or How Mr. Spock Got Cool / May 16, 2011 by Trek fm
If Vulcan has a cucumber equivalent, Mr. Spock would be as cool as that. With his slightly-upturned eyebrows just right for lifting in wry fascination at the absurdity of human behavior to his understated utterance of "fascinating" often targeting same, Mr. Spock is one calm, collected and unfazed alien.
Articles, Features, Spock, TOS Characters, Features, Spock, TOS, The Original Series, Lisa M. Lynch June 11, 2015
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Although it is well known that Swisher is one of the top manufacturers for high performing commercial riding mowers we found that one particular model, when compared it to its nearest rivals, stands out head & shoulders above the rest to earn the title of the best commercial zero turn mower we tried.
We found a stellar machine which hits the mark in matters of speed, power and reliability. The manufacturer has created a powerful machine which will deliver consistent performance for many years after purchase. As usual we found that the cheapest deals are available online.
5 What Makes This Swisher The Best Commercial Zero Turn Mower?
11 Final Word and Some Advice—Is It Worth Buying?
The Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS is designed to easily handle large areas and hilly terrains. The zero-turn feature allows you to easily maneuver the mower in any type of terrain. Moving around obstacles such as tree stumps, rocks, boundary walls, and thick hedges is easy with the highly responsive joy-stick controls.
A CARB (California Air Resources Board) compliant version of the Swisher ZTR2766BS is also available for an extra $100 if you are interested.
Most professionals will tell you that time is money when it comes to landscaping. The speed of the work depends mainly upon the power and the effectiveness of the riding mower you are using. This is why commercial zero turns are the best options for professionals and semi-pro users over standard zero turn mowers and even high-spec zero turns such as the very effective Poulan Pro 960420174.
Commercial grade machines are more powerful than entry-level mowers and have more features to enable the user to mow at a much faster rate while maintaining the same professional finish.
Commercial riding mowers have powerful engines which enable them to move across rough terrain smoothly at a fast speed without loss of quality output. Some of the more high-end mowers can even reach a top speed of 13mph. To reach these speeds while ensuring a top quality finish a majority of these machines are powered by Briggs and Stratton or even Kawasaki engines.
These engines are powerful enough to provide up to 30 HP.
The Swisher ZTR2766BS has a 27 HP ELs v-Twin OHV engine.
The engine manufacturers have been in the business for over six decades and all that experience shows.
The engine of the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS has a power rating of 27 HP. The capacity of the fuel tank is 8 gallons and the battery is 12 volts. The engine comes with a consumer warranty of 2 years for peace of mind. The engine has full pressure lubrication and a spin on oil filter.
The transmission is hydrostatic, specifically a Hydro-Gear 2800 Dual Commercial. This powerful transmission mechanism allows the mower to reach speeds of up to 8 mph both backwards and forwards. The mower is also able to move smoothly across rough terrain because of the ingenious Ogura clutch.
What Makes This Swisher The Best Commercial Zero Turn Mower?
The cutting deck is an impressive 66″ 11-gauge Fabricated Steel. This large cutting deck on the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS provides a wider cut when compared to other models in a similar class. What's more the material is fabricated 11-gauge steel.
It also has three powerful and highly durable Gator Mulcher mower blades. These stay sharper a lot longer than most alternatives and also provide superior performance to those on other models.
The mower also includes machined steel spindles. The wheels are cleverly designed to prevent scalping and have a thickness of 4-gauge.
Those of you with back problems, other muscle strains or even arthritis will be glad to hear that the deck can be lifted effortlessly using the spring-assisted foot lever thus avoiding unnecessary strain on your back often experienced when using other poorly designed mowers.
The Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS has an easily adjustable deck.
Smaller castor wheels than normal are located on either side of the deck making it super easy to adjust the height.
The surface diversity of the mower enables the height to remain constant and free from any bumps during use.
A power of 27 HP, cutting width of 66 inches and the massive Gator blades ensure that the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS gives you the perfect cut every time.
The quality of the cut remains consistent irrespective of whether you opt for mulching or use the side discharge.
However, in order to mulch to properly, you may have to purchase a special blade for a small additional cost (outweighed by the value for money you get with the mower itself).
Controlling the mower is easy with the simple joystick design. Unlike the lap bar mowers, the learning curve for this one is not very steep. Simply set the height and start your mower.
Move the mower in a forward direction and then backward by simply pushing and pulling on the joystick.
A short word of warning though, when you first get your mower and are making turns be careful not to push too hard on the joystick because you will end up leaving pivot holes.
Pivot circles will leave the landscape looking like a crop circle was drawn on it by your friendly neighbourhood aliens.
The height adjustment of the seat works exactly like it does in a typical car seat and is just as easy to use. Then once the user is seated, every control is within arm's reach.
The design of the mower is very ergonomic; the only thing which isn't within easy reach is the deck's height lever. The controls have been designed to work like they would in a normal car so it's easy and intuitive to operate.
Swisher has tried, and succeeded quite well, to maximize the power-to-weight ratio and the torque in this model. Well done guys!
The 27 HP Briggs and Stratton Commercial engine is a powerhouse of performance and torque. The engine, although very large, is not heavy.
This, coupled with the fact that Swisher has tried to keep the frame size to a minimum makes for a lighter and more powerful machine, makes it easy to manoeuvre and economical to run yet just as powerful as similar models from other manufacturers.
These features make the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS just as highly responsive and agile a machine as smaller models yet one that packs enough power for commercial use.
The mower is a sturdy and reliable piece of machinery. With routine maintenance and careful usage this mower will give you years of consistent performance with virtually no input from you other than cleaning it.
The machine is sturdier than other commercial ZTRs because of the larger front wheels. The additional castor wheels mentioned earlier also help maintain the integrity of the mower and the frame in addition to their other uses.
The long warranty coverage ensures that you don't have to pay for minor engine repairs, hydraulics or frame issues should they occur – a strong vote of confidence from the manufacturer in its machine.
This is the main specification you need to focus on when deciding on a commercial grade machine. It will help you determine what kind of mower you need to purchase.
The width of the cut: 66 inches or 5.5 feet, therefore the productivity in feet/hour will be, 42,240 feet X 5.5= 243,320 feet/hour.
This is the productivity if the machine consistently operates at a 100% efficiency rate. This is however not very realistic. This number is theoretical not applicable to real-life scenarios. At best, you will be getting an 80% efficiency rating which is still pretty impressive.
The cutting width will not always make a clean 66-inch cut; there will be overlap in the grass/weeds.
Uphill terrain slows down the speed (as with any mower).
Any obstacles will interfere with the cutting and speed.
243,320 feet/ hour X 0.8 gives us a realistic value of 194,656 feet/hour.
As there are 43,560 square feet in 1 acre, 194,656 feet equals 4.4 acres (194,656/43,560 = 4.4).
So a realistic value is 4.4 acres per hour which is pretty good for any mower.
This formula can be used to calculate the productivity of any riding mower if you have the specs. It is also a handy way to determine the speed and width requirements when researching riding mowers.
So, put simply, the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS has a productivity of 4.4 acres per hour if it operates at only 80% efficiency.
The mower includes some basic accessories such as an engine guard, trailer hitch, and arm rests (a big plus on the comfort front).
A front bumper is not included though, probably in an effort to keep the price down, but it is something we would like to see as standard. However this is one of the additional options available and you can easily upgrade your mower in steps over time rather than trying to build the perfect machine atthe start.
Additional accessories such as a Rear Bagger, Mulcher Kit, headlights, and front bumper need to be purchased separately.
Product manuals are available online on the manufacturer's site. Click here to access the Swisher information portal.
Product manuals for the Briggs and Stratton engine can be found here, simply enter your model number to find the manual. They also have a dedicated section for replacement parts, maintenance products and accessories.
We believe that it is always a good idea to refer to reviews for objective information about products you are about to purchase. It is especially important to conduct more comprehensive research if the product is expensive.
In the case of commercial riding mowers not only is the product expensive but is also a long-term business investment.
We know that it is sensible and practical to get all the information you can before making a decision on such a big purchase so we have scoured the internet for buyer and seller comments in a bid to determine what long-term users think of this machine.
Reputable brands usually don't post fake reviews. This is why Amazon is one of the best places to source good information from real people as they post verified buyer beside the comments left thus letting you know that commenter has actually purchased the product from Amazon (almost always cheaper than official dealers).
Give a little more weight to the ones with a "Verified Purchase" tag.
The "X people found this helpful" number under a review is a helpful factor as well.
Also look for reviewers who have used actual names instead of online avatars or nicknames.
All that being said we have found that the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS is highly rated on all major online retailer websites. Amazon reviewers in particular have given it either a 5-star or 4-star rating. The reviews by "Verified Purchasers" state highly positive opinions about the product.
One reviewer stated that they were very happy with the performance and speed of the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS compared with previous mowers they have used.
It seems that the productivity of the machine is the main quality which reviewers emphasized. One specific reviewer claimed that they were able to mow 3 acres of land in 1.7 hours.
Another reviewer said that the Swisher zero-turn ZTR2766BS handles rough terrain and hilly areas quite well and much better than he expected.
Another reviewer was pleased with the cost-effectiveness and overall quality of the mower.
Superb performance of the Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS.
Speed and quality of the cut.
Final Word and Some Advice—Is It Worth Buying?
The Swisher ZTR2766BS is one of the best commercial zero turns out there. As with most products it's cheaper online and is competitively priced at $5581 on Amazon (now reduced to $5199 with free delivery).
A look at the specifications of power and the online reviews are enough to convince anyone considering purchasing a commercial zero turn riding mower.
There is a CARB compliant version of the same model available as well for only an additional $100.
The 27HP Briggs & Stratton commercial engine powering the Swisher ZTR2766BS comes with a consumer warranty of 2 years in addition to the Swisher warranty. The Swisher Zero Turn ZTR2766BS itself comes with a consumer warranty of 3 years.
In spite of its size, the mower handles remarkably well. The controls respond immediately and this makes the mower extremely easy to use – a much needed feature if it is being used for commercial/regular use.
The mower responds in a split-second to the twists and turns and the braking and throttle controls are also highly responsive.
The Swisher ZTR2766BS is an excellent option for any professional looking to purchase a commercial riding mower or anyone who simply wants to upgrade from a less-powerful machine.
The 27 HP engine coupled with the 66-inch wide cutting width provides you with the speed and efficiency needed to mow large areas of land in a few hours. The powerful engine can also handle regular usage while maintaining a high quality finish.
The Swisher ZTR2766BS reaches a top speed of 8 mph and also has the same speed in reverse. The ZTR allows you to move 360 degrees with ease. This machine is also extremely comfortable when used for long periods of time. If you are going to use your machine for commercial mowing you may not realise just how much you need the armrests until you try using an alternative machine that doesn't have any!
The controls are ergonomic and allow the driver to effortlessly move across hilly terrain in complete comfort assured of a professional finish. The throttle, brakes and steering respond rapidly, making it easy to maneuver.
Though the mower is easy to operate and get use to just be careful on first use (think of how responsive a power-steering automobile was when you first tried it). A quick test run or two without engaging the blades is usually enough to master the controls.
The manufacturer provides a warranty of 3 years and the engine manufacturer warranty period is up to 2 years. This mower gives the buyer more value for the money.
Swisher also has a lot of options when it comes to accessories and additional parts for your riding mowers. You can customize the mower according to your requirements.
Online reviews give this machine a highly positive rating and for good reason; it's one of the best machines out there. The factors most reviews highlight are the speed, performance and durability making this the best commercial zero turn mower on the market. The best deal available at the moment is only available online.


I've been thinking about hiding Google Analytic code (Tracking Code) when a editable user is browsing around the site.
I wanted to get more accurate access analysis.
Then, insert the following file.
When the user, who can see toolbar, is browsing through a concrete5, the "Tracking Code" won't be printed out to HTML file.
Therefore, access analysis such as Google Analytics won't count your visit.
I create a new footer_required.php file in /elements (not concrete/elements) and then just add the above code to it.
This was working great for me on v5.4.2.2... but since upgrading my development site to v5.5.1, this breaks the site: the edit bar won't appear at all. I had to remove the custom footer_required.php file altogether in order to get the site edit bar working again.
Anyone have any ideas on how to get this working on C5.5.1?
BTW, this method only works if the tracking code is placed on the footer.
Thanks a lot, Katz! I am using the Analytics code in the head (it's the asynchronous code), so I'll be sure to use this modification to the header_required.php.
Really appreciate your fast response!
Your post is from a couple of years back, so just wondered if this will work in 5.6.3.2?
Google analytics is showing lots of cID pages and the SEO person on the project is unhappy.
As per other posts: I have deleted all older versions of all of the pages in hopes that that would help as well. And my sitemap has the correct amount of pages in it, pretty URLs are on.
Thanks, this was just what I was looking for.


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Depending on your power needs, these light towers/generators allow for simultaneous light and power.
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By the numbers: South Africa's crime statistics for April to December 2016
In June 2016, the South African government committed to releasing crime statistics every quarter to aid in decision-making.
by Africa Check
Previously, the annual crime statistics were at least 6 months out of date by the time they were released, meaning that the data was of not much use for communities or the police in designing crime prevention plans.
At the beginning of March 2017, the police presented crime statistics for the first three quartersof the 2016/17 financial year in parliament. While this is a step in the right direction, it limits our ability to accurately compare this period with previous ones.
In this factsheet, we will therefore compare the reporting of crimes of public interest for the first nine months of 2015/16 and 2016/17. (Note: Once statistics for the full year are released, we will update this factsheet.)
READ: Understanding crime statistics in South Africa – what you need to know
CONTACT CRIMES
This overarching category refers to all crimes where there is direct contact between a perpetrator and a victim, the head of the Institute for Security Studies' Crime and Justice Programme, Gareth Newham, explained in a briefing.
"These crimes are typically violent, or has the threat of violence associated with them, and range from murder to common assault, and includes things like robbery and rape," he said.
1. Murder & attempted murder
The crime statistics for April to December 2016 show that 14,333 murders were committed, down from 14,343 for the same period the previous year. The murder rate has decreased from 26.1 to 25.6 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 52.1 murders were reported each day in South Africa.
A total of 13,698 attempted murders were reported to the police between April and December 2016, down from 13,806 for the same period the previous year. The attempted murder rate has decreased from 25.1 to 24.5 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 49.8 attempted murders were reported each day in South Africa.
READ: Where murder happens in South Africa
2. Rape
South Africa's legal definition of rape is very broad. It includes the oral, anal or vaginal penetration of a person (male or female) with a genital organ, anal or vaginal penetration with any object and the penetration of a person's mouth with the genital organs of an animal.
The police recorded a total of 30,069 rapes between April and December 2016, down from 32,161 for the same period the previous year. Between these two time frames, the rape rate decreased from 58.5 to 53.8 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 109.3 rapes were reported to the police each day in South Africa.
The Institute for Security Studies warns that "the rape statistics recorded by the police cannot be taken as an accurate measure of either the extent or trend of this crime". Unfortunately, there is no recent, nationally representative underreporting rate for South Africa that can be used to estimate the number of rapes committed each year.
READ: GUIDE: Rape statistics in South Africa
3. Assault
The most recent Victims of Crime Survey, conducted annually by Statistics South Africa, showed a substantial decline in the reporting rates of assault. Whereas 93.3% of assault victims indicated that they had reported the crime assault to the police in 2012, this dropped to 48.6% in 2015/16.
"So any decreases in these categories in the police statistics are likely to be as a result of fewer victims reporting the crime to the police [rather] than actual decreases in the incidents of crime," Newham told Africa Check.
Common assault is the "unlawful and intentional direct and indirect application of force to the body of another person" or the "threat of application of immediate personal violence to another".
A total of 117,811 common assaults were reported to the police between April and December 2016, down from 122,351 for the same period the previous year. The common assault rate decreased from 222.4 to 210.7 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 428.4 common assaults were reported each day in South Africa
Assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm
The victim of this crime does not have to sustain serious injuries. The perpetrator just has to have the intention "to cause serious injuries".
A total of 129,454 assaults with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm were reported to the police between April and December 2016, down from 137,200 for the same period the previous year. The rate of assault with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm decreased from 249.4 to 231.5 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 470.7 assaults with the intent to inflict grievous bodily harm were reported each day in South Africa.
4. Robbery
Newham pointed out that there is a "good correlation between the increase in murders and the increase in robberies" over the past years. That is because the perpetrators are usually armed and willing to use force, he said.
With most murders occurring between people who know each other, the police can do little more than swiftly bringing the perpetrators to book. But most robbers start out robbing people on the street and then graduate to bigger targets, such as houses, trucks or banks, Newham explained.
"If you don't deal with street robberies you are going to continue having a feeder problem into other types of robbery," Newham said. "So this is something the police can and has done something about [in the past]."
Common robbery
A robbery is committed when a person unlawfully and intentionally forcefully removes and appropriates property belonging to another person.
A total of 40,972 common robberies were reported to the police between April and December 2016, down from 41,247 for the same period the previous year. The common robbery rate decreased from 75 to 73.3 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 149 common robberies were reported each day in South Africa.
Robbery with aggravating circumstances
Robbery with aggravating circumstances occurs when a person uses a gun or weapon to unlawfully and intentionally forcefully remove property belonging to another person.
A total of 107,445 robberies with aggravating circumstances were reported to the police between April and December 2016, up from 101,252 for the same period the previous year. The rate of robbery with aggravating circumstances increased 184.1 to 192.2 per 100,000 people.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 390.7 robberies with aggravating circumstances were reported each day in South Africa.
House robbery
House robberies occur when people are confronted in their homes and are victims of theft.
A total of 16,844 house robberies were reported to the police between April and December 2016, up from 16,003 for the same period the previous year. The house robbery rate increased from 94.6 crimes per 100,000 households to 99.5 crimes per 100,000 households.
Between April and December 2016, an average of 61.3 houses were robbed each day in South Africa.
5. Hijacking of cars
A total of 12,743 cars were hijacked and reported to the police between April and December 2016, up from 11,086 for the same period the previous year.
On average, 46.3 cars were hijacked each day in South Africa between April and December 2016.
Half of the crimes were committed in Gauteng.
6. House burglary
A house burglary is committed when a person "unlawfully and intentionally breaks into a building" with the intention to take something on the premises.
Housebreaking topped three categories in the latest Victims of Crime Survey: the crime perceived to be most common in South Africa, the crime people feared the most as well as the crime people have experienced most.
A total of 185,756 house burglaries were reported to the police between April and December 2016, up from 186,843 for the same period the previous year.
The house burglary rate increased from 1,104.1 crimes per 100,000 households to 1,097.6 crimes per 100,000 households.
An average of 675.5 houses were burgled each day in South Africa between April and December 2016.
The Victims of Crime Survey report shows that house burglary "has consistently been the most prevalent crime experienced by households in South Africa. The level has not significantly changed since 2011 remaining at around 5% of the households reporting to have experienced this crime."
7. Car or motorcycle theft
A total of 40,413 vehicles and motorcycles were reported stolen between April and December 2016, down from 40,743 for the same period the previous year.
An average of 147 vehicles and motorcycles were stolen each day in South Africa between April and December 2016.
After murder, car theft was the crime most reported to the police with nearly 90% of households reporting this crime, as recorded by the latest Victims of Crime Survey.
In nearly half the cases (47.7%) car theft occurred at home.
CRIMES DETECTED BY THE POLICE
8. Drug-related offences
A total of 215,941 drug-related crimes were recorded by the police between April and December 2016, up from 194,535 for the same period the previous year. The drug-related offences rate increased from 353.6 to 386.2 crimes per 100,000 people.
On average, 785.2 drug-related crimes were recorded each day between April and December 2016.
More than three-quarters of South African households (77.5%) thought property crimes were motivated by drug-related needs, the Victims of Crime Survey showed. This share was highest in the Eastern Cape.
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Coralliophila violacea, common name : the violet coral shell, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Muricidae, the murex snails or rock snails.

Description
The shell size varies between .

Distribution
This species is distributed in the Red Sea and in the Indian Ocean along Aldabra, Chagos, Kenya, Madagascar and Tanzania, in the Indo-Pacific and along the Galapagos Islands

References

 Dautzenberg, P. (1923). Liste preliminaire des mollusques marins de Madagascar et description de deux especes nouvelles. Journal de Conchyliologie 68: 21-74
 Dautzenberg, Ph. (1929). Mollusques testacés marins de Madagascar. Faune des Colonies Francaises, Tome III
 Drivas, J. & M. Jay (1988). Coquillages de La Réunion et de l'île Maurice
 Oliverio M. (2008) Coralliophilinae (Neogastropoda: Muricidae) from the southwest Pacific. In: V. Héros, R.H. Cowie & P. Bouchet (eds), Tropical Deep-Sea Benthos 25. Mémoires du Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle 196: 481–585. page(s): 486

External links

Gastropods described in 1836
Coralliophila

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Professor Ian MacKenzie
Professor of Spanish Linguistics
Email: ian.mackenzie@ncl.ac.uk
Address: Room 5.31 Old Library Building
Claremont Rd,
NE1 7RG
Office hours (Semester 2, 2019–2020):
Tuesdays 12.00 noon to 1.00 p.m.
Wednesdays 10.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m.
Ian Mackenzie was educated at Balliol College, Oxford and St John's College, Cambridge, completing his PhD in 1994 under the supervision of Sir John Lyons. He has been professor of Spanish Linguistics at Newcastle University since 2007 and is a well-known figure in this and related disciplines. He is the author of seven books, as well as numerous articles in the fields of syntax, semantics and diachronic linguistics. He has served on various subject-related committees, including the AHRC Grants Panel and the A-Level Content Advisory Board, and has been a peer reviewer for a number of grant-awarding organizations, both in the UK and abroad. His opinion is regularly sought by publishers and he gives overseas seminars and lectures, participating, for example, in the international masters in Spanish linguistics at the Universidad de Oviedo. When not engaged in promoting his discipline, he is a keen amateur rock climber.
Professor Mackenzie specializes in Spanish and Romance linguistics, particularly syntax and language change. He is also interested in standardization and the way it impacts both language users and professional analysts of language. His theoretical approach reflects an uneasy tension between strict Chomskyan Minimalism and Milroy-style sociolinguistic scepticism.
Prospective research students are very welcome to contact him to discuss possible projects in any area relating to Spanish or the history of Spanish. Topics in French syntax will also be considered.
Link to The linguistics of Spanish
SML1019 Introduction to Linguistics
SPA2019 World Spanish
SPA2061 Level C Spanish General Language
SPA4007 Spanish and Romance Word Analysis
Mackenzie IE. Language Structure, Variation and Change. The Case of Old Spanish Syntax. Palgrave Macmillan, 2019.
Armstrong N, Mackenzie I. Speaker variables in Romance: when demography and ideology collide. In: Wendy Ayres-Bennett and Janice Carruthers, ed. Manual of Romance Sociolinguistics. Berlin, Germany: Walter de Gruyter, 2018, pp.173-196.
Mackenzie I. The Case of special qui. Journal of French Language Studies 2018, 28(1), 21-41.
Mackenzie I. The rise and fall of proclisis in Old Spanish postprepositional infinitival clauses: a quantitative approach. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2017, 94(2), 127-146.
Armstrong N, Mackenzie I. On prescriptivism and ideology. Representaciones. Revista de Estudios sobre Representación en Arte, Ciencia y Filosofía 2015, 11(2), 26-57.
Mackenzie IE. Se azotaron a los delincuentes: A Case Study in Arbitrary Exclusion. Bulletin of Spanish Studies 2013, 90(6), 917-928.
Mackenzie IE. Participle-object agreement in French and the theory of grammatical viruses. Journal of Romance Studies 2013, 13(1), 19-33.
Armstrong NR, Mackenzie IE. Standardization, Ideology and Linguistics. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan, 2013.
Mackenzie IE, van der Wurff W. Relic syntax in Middle English and Medieval Spanish: Parameter interaction in language change. Language 2012, 88(4), 846-876.
Mackenzie I. Refining the V2 Hypothesis for Old Spanish. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2010, 87(4), 379-396.
MacKenzie I. Unaccusative Verbs in Romance Languages. London: Palgrave Macmillan, 2006.
MacKenzie I. Achievement Verbs in Medieval and Modern Spanish. In: Wright, R; Ricketts, P, ed. Studies on Ibero-Romance Linguistics: Dedicated to Ralph Penny. Newark: Juan de la Cuesta, 2005, pp.375-390.
Mackenzie I. Edward Sapir in current linguistics. Lines of continuity in the history of linguistics. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2005, 82(3), 382-383.
Mackenzie I. Palenque, Cartagena and the Afro-Caribbean: history and language. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2005, 82(1), 105-106.
Bradley PT, MacKenzie I. Spanish: an Essential Grammar. London: Routledge, 2004.
MacKenzie I. Speech and its constituents: Studies in generative syntax [Book review]. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2004, 81(2), 242-243.
MacKenzie I. Bare Nouns in Spanish. Bulletin of Spanish Studies 2003, 80(1), 1-12.
Mackenzie I. The impact of English on Puerto Rican Spanish: A comparative analysis. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2003, 80(4), 574.
MacKenzie I. The Spanish subjunctive: The philosophical dimension. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2002, 79(1), 1-13.
MacKenzie I. A Linguistic Introduction to Spanish. Munich: Lincom Europa, 2001.
MacKenzie I. Basic functional syntax of Spanish: Strata, properties and operations. Bulletin of Hispanic Studies 2000, 77(4), 631-632.
Mackenzie IE. English grammar for students of Spanish. Modern Language Review 2000, 95(4), 1097-1098.
MacKenzie I. Marginal codification in Spanish. Hispanic Research Journal 2000, 1(3), 215-227.
MacKenzie IE. Semantics of Spanish Verbal Categories. Bern; New York: Peter Lang, 1999.
MacKenzie I. Introduction to linguistic philosophy. Thousand Oaks, California, USA: Sage Publications, Inc, 1997.
MacKenzie I. Dialectal variation in the verbal categories of Peruvian Spanish. Swindon: Economic & Social Research Council, 1996.
MacKenzie I (contributor). Diccionario Oxford Avanzado para Estudiantes de Inglés. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1996.
MacKenzie I. The supposed imperfectivity of the Latin American perfect. Hispanic Linguistics 1995, 6/7, 29-60.
MacKenzie I. Evidence from Spanish against Russell's theory of descriptions. Newcastle & Durham Working Papers in Linguistics 1994, 2, 99-110.
MacKenzie I. The role of aspect in the temporal interpretation of Spanish discourse. Journal of Hispanic Research 1994, 3, 31-43.


Probably the most popular toothpaste in the world is Colgate, and you are most likely one of the numerous people that regularly use it.
Still, in a recent study it was revealed that there is a dangerous substance in the Colgate toothpaste called Triclosa, which can trigger cancer development and appearance of other ailments.
A study that was recently published in the Chemical Research in Toxicology journal discovered that this chemical encourages growth of the cancer cells. Over the previous few years, there were many studies conducted, and all of them outlined the health dangers linked to this chemical.
Triclosan has the ability to penetrate through the skin and interfere with the function of the hormones and disrupt the endocrine. This is not all, because as the study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives in 2008 indicated, scientists detected triclosan in the urine of about 75 percent of the tested people (2,517 of them, aged 6 and more).
Numerous laundry detergents, hand sanitizers, deodorants and antiseptics contain this substance.
According to a study published in the Chemical Research in Toxicology magazine, this chemical can cause cancer if used in high quantities.
This is a pretty dangerous substance that can penetrate through the skin and get into the blood, triggering hormonal imbalance.
Nevertheless, even though there are many proofs and studies that confirm this, Colgate still sells their product, claiming that it is completely safe to use. The only country in the world to have forbidden Triclosan so far is Canada.
The government in our country though remains silent about the side effects of this dangerous ingredient and will probably ban it only after some serious problems happen, as the case with asbestos, DT and PCB was.
To sum up, we are left to decide and take care of our health by ourselves, and we can put restrictions to some harmful influences that can damage our health.


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Raptor (2001)
Date: May 14, 2021Author: Marc Fusion 0 Comments
Story: Sheriff Jim Tanner (Eric Roberts) has found himself in the wildest case of his career, with a number of dead bodies, all mutilated beyond belief, but no clues as to who or what was responsible. The victims seem to have been almost torn apart, with a level of violence and primal strength that a human would be incapable of. Tanner and his assistant Barbara (Melissa Brasselle) push forward however, even as it becomes clear some kind of animal is behind the killings and even law enforcement seems helpless to intervene. After the beast kills some police officers, Tanner manages to trace a potential lead to the science lab of Dr. Hyde (Corbin Bernsen), who used to work on experimental military projects for the government, but was terminated. Unknown to Tanner and the government, Hyde has continued his research in private, which is how this creature was unleashed. But can Tanner and Barbara somehow track down and take down a real life dinosaur?
Entertainment Value: If Raptor looks or sounds familiar, perhaps you've seen one or all of the Carnosaur movies, which is where this picture was mined from. I've seen a good deal of films that lifted footage and even entire subplots from other movies, but Raptor is a master class in cinematic borrowing. Producer Roger Corman and director Jim Wynorski carve out most of the Carnosaur franchise's wildest sequences, then create a new narrative to frame those scenes, with some newly shot footage that is mixed in. I have to admit, as wild as this concept is, Raptor mostly makes it work, aside from awkward moments of exposition. But even when the existing footage makes it tough to weave in the new scenes, the leaps of logic add to the entertainment. This just winds up as a super fun movie and given its patchwork, sewn together production, that is impressive. Of course, Carnosaur fans have seen most of this chaos before, but the remix is quite good and the new scenes can be hilarious. A b movie ensemble was wrangled for those fresh sequences, with Eric Roberts, Corbin Bernsen, and Lorissa McComas all on deck. Bernsen channels his performance in The Dentist, while Roberts is his usual enjoyable, if detached style performer. These three help liven up the Carnosaur reruns and bring some b movie star power to the table, which is always welcome. In short, Raptor is a wild, over the top, and very fun movie that regardless of its roots, stands as a b movie blast.
There is not much time for romance with all the dinosaur mayhem, but there is a scene with a topless Lorissa McComas, which is the lone burst of sleaze here. And given how much action and carnage unfolds, its hard to hold that against Raptor, I think. And there is a lot of dinosaur action to be had, as the movie yanks the bloodiest scenes from the Carnosaur series, then rearranges them, giving us some gently used violence. This includes a group of folks being mauled by our dinosaur friend, resulting in some splashes of crimson and body part roulette, which is how the movie opens to grab you from the start. The attacks are very frequent, but not graphic, just fun, over the top stuff like rubber appendages and other low rent cinematic treats. So there is bloodshed in a number of scenes, but I wouldn't call it heavy or intense. I had fun with the dialogue here as well, with Corbin Bernsen's scene chewing providing some of the highlights, as well as Eric Roberts' overly serious at times presence. The patchwork approach also produces some odd exchanges, when the transitions aren't exactly seamless. Not a lot of big, quotable lines in Raptor, but consistently cheesy writing and ham handed performances that usually entertain. The entire movie has a lot of b movie magic, but I want to talk about how the raptor basically wages a one dinosaur war against law enforcement. The raptor battles local police officers, the Sheriff's Department, a full SWAT team, an armed helicopter, the United States military, a spec ops squad, and then, this beast takes on the military industrial complex itself. Comrade Raptor. I also love the ridiculous laser hallway scene, which is just outlandish here, thanks to the mixed footage involved.
Nudity: 1/10
Blood: 4/10
Dialogue: 6/10
Overall Insanity: 5/10
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As employers, you all know that mistakes happen when completing the Form I-9. If you dare to look at your files (which you should), you're likely to find all kinds of interesting, even creative ways in which your forms stray from the I-9 rules. One of my personal favorites was the company who viewed Section 2 documents as optional because "we're pretty sure our employees are all legal." And then of course there is the endless confusion over which documents should be recorded in which column. And don't even get me started on Section 3.
To a degree, this is almost expected, especially when you consider that the average I-9 error rate is approximately 76% (according to DHS estimates). But what you may not know is how bad it can get when those I-9s are under the microscope of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigation and audit. All of the sudden, those errors are amplified and multiplied across your entire organization along with ominous-sounding terms such as "failure," "violation," and of course, "penalty."
While we often talk about I-9 errors (and auditing in general) on this blog, there's nothing quite like a real case to illustrate the slippery slope of non-compliance. So today, we'll discuss a recently published I-9 penalty court case involving a small Mexican restaurant that had some big challenges with their I-9 compliance program. But more importantly, we'll reveal some interesting facts about how penalties are assessed – and what employers can do to prepare.
U.S. v. Farias Enterprises LLC (D/B/A Barajas Mexican Grill)
At the onset, it's important to note that all of the case-related information presented in this blog is based upon the published OCAHO decision, U.S. v. Farias Enterprises LLC D/B/A Barajas Mexican Grill, 13 OCAHO no. 1338 (Jan. 2020). The respondent restaurant may not entirely agree with the facts presented (or arguments made) in this decision, and so I wouldn't necessarily draw any conclusions about the company or the alleged violations.
With that in mind, here's what we know. On September 26, 2017, ICE served the restaurant with a Notice of Inspection (NOI), demanding the company produce their I-9 forms as required by law. After the restaurant presented I-9s for 24 employees, the ICE auditor determined that all of the I-9s contained substantive paperwork violations and accordingly served the restaurant with a Notice of Intent to Fine (NIF). The total assessed fine was $46,922.40 – a fairly significant amount when you consider the small number of I-9s involved.
When the case came before the court, the restaurant admitted that it had failed to properly complete the I-9 on behalf of its 24 employees (in legal terms, there was no "genuine issue of material fact" with regards to their liability). However, the company argued that the fine was too high to pay without causing them great financial hardship. While the company did not produce any financial records to substantiate this claim, the court acknowledged that they were clearly a small business – employing only 7 full and part-time employees.
I-9 Fines and Penalties
To a large degree, assessing I-9 fines and penalties is one big balancing act. On the one side, you have ICE arguing that penalties must be meaningful in order to promote future compliance. And on the other, you have employers stating that fines should not be unduly punitive. In order to weigh and measure these competing objectives, the court must examine five statutory factors and determine whether each one should enhance, mitigate, or have no effect at all on the ultimate penalty assessed against the employer. These include 1) the size of the employer's business, 2) the employer's good faith, 3) the seriousness of the violations, 4) whether or not the individual was an unauthorized alien, and 5) the employer's history of previous violations.
In the case at hand, all of the parties agreed that the restaurant is a small business and a reduction in fines was generally warranted. The presence of unauthorized workers and history of previous violations were treated as neutral factors since neither presented themselves in the case. The court spent some time analyzing whether the employer acted in bad faith – an argument put forth by ICE. This involved examining whether the restaurant's failure to complete the I-9s, turn them over to ICE in a timely fashion, and present an accurate account of employees rose to the level of bad faith. But in the end, the court held that ICE had not met its burden for that particular factor.
Seriousness of the Violations
One of the more interesting aspects of this case revolved around ICE's contention that the I-9 violations were "serious" in nature and thus deserving of a higher fine. And to be sure, this case presents a smorgasbord of errors – highlighting in full display, that yes, it can get pretty bad. Here are few examples (which may sound familiar for many employers out there):
All of the I-9s lacked the employer's attestation in section 2
All of the I-9s were either missing page two entirely, had a blank page two, or the employee had completed the employer attestation
One I-9 lacked the employee's alien registration number
One I-9 was missing page one
Eighteen employees completed section 1 several weeks after the employee's date of hire
One employee signed her I-9 more than two years after her date of hire
Two other I-9s were completed months after the employees' dates of hire
In years past, the court has stated that the seriousness of a violation must be evaluated on a continuum because not all violations are necessarily equal. In this case however, the court summarily agreed with ICE that aggravation of the fines was warranted – particularly because none of the I-9s included an employer attestation, and all of the forms had multiple serious violations.
Inability to Pay
Last but not least, the court briefly addressed a "non-statutory" factor that is frequently raised by small employers – the inability to pay an I-9 penalty because of financial hardship. And while the restaurant tried to make this argument (even going so far as to argue that they make an important contribution to the rural and poor community in which they are located), the court ultimately set it aside as the company apparently failed to provide any evidence supporting their claim. As an aside, this is one of the reasons you need to hire an attorney when arguing these types of cases…
Penalty Range
In reviewing the amount of fines assessed, the court discussed the appropriate "penalty range" to use, an issue which often arises when the I-9s under inspection were completed some time ago. For many years, I-9 paperwork violations had been assessed at a range of $110 to $1,100 per form. However, in August 2016, the fine amounts for I-9 violations essentially doubled in size – courtesy of a new rule that increases monetary penalties across the board in order to account for inflation and to ensure that the fines continue to maintain their deterrent effect.
As a result, the applicable penalty range depends on the date of the violations and the date of assessment. If the violation occurred on or before November 2, 2015, the minimum penalty amount is $110 and the maximum is $1,100. When a violation occurs after November 2, 2015, and the penalty is assessed between February 4, 2017 and January 29, 2018, the minimum penalty amount is $220 and the maximum amount is $2,191.
The court ruled that the date of assessment is when ICE serves the NIF on an employer. But when does the violation actually occur? As the court explained, case law has long held that an I-9 paperwork error or omission is not a "one-time occurrence" but rather a violation which continues until corrected or until the employer is no longer required to retain the I-9 form. Following this logic, the 24 incomplete I-9s were all deemed to be continuing in nature since the restaurant had failed to make any corrections at all. This means the court looked at the higher penalty range in determining the penalties.
Ultimate Fine Assessment
At the end of the day, the court decided to mitigate the fines assessed against the restaurant (but only by a little bit), imposing a fine of $1,453 per violation, with a total fine of $34,872. In justifying this amount the court noted that they used a "mid-range penalty" and considered that the small business mitigating factor was offset by the aggravating factor of the seriousness of the violations. But these days, even a mid-range penalty can feel pretty steep when multiplied by the number of I-9s that may have something wrong with them.
Many employers complain that I-9 fines are not fair and equitable – why should we have to pay big bucks for minor "paperwork" errors, especially when we've otherwise been following the rules. To a large degree this is because ICE fines depend largely on a factor that is not explicitly set out in the statute – the percentage of violations as compared to the number of employees. Meanwhile, other factors (such as the employer size, good faith, and seriousness) are relegated to relatively small weighting adjustments.
Employers have no control over how their I-9s will be evaluated (and assessed) in the event of an inspection. While ICE endeavors to standardize their auditing practices across the country, many attorneys have reported vast discrepancies based upon where the inspection occurs. But what employers can control are how I-9s are completed in the first place and what steps to take in order to rectify mistakes.
With that said, here are three takeaways from today's blog:
(1) I-9 violations come in many shapes and sizes, but employers should focus especially on those errors which are generally considered serious.
(2) ICE penalties depend largely on the percentage of violations compared to the number of employees, which means a simple problem can lead to massive liability – particularly for large organizations and those with frequent turnover. And contrary to popular belief, some of the largest fines do not even involve allegations of unauthorized workers.
(3) Most I-9 violations are considered "continuing violations" until they are corrected, and so employers should act now to remediate past compliance mistakes before the penalty ranges increase yet again.
That's it for now! If you'd like more information on I-9 auditing tools or strategies for revamping your I-9 program, please contact us here.
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