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The Regina Opera Presents a Dazzling Aida
On the afternoon of Saturday, May 12, Regina Opera, located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, presented a dazzling Aida. This production of Aida was dedicated to the memory of Marie Cantoni, founder of the Regina Opera. This was truly a special afternoon. Aida has never been done before at the Regina. With its Grand March and "cast of thousands," and history of outdoor stadium performances, it seemed an impossibility. Gifts from the Donald C. Brace Foundation and The Liu Foundation made this production possible.
Composed by Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) for the opening of the Suez Canal in Egypt, its premiere on December 24th, 1871 included a libretto by Antonio Ghislanzoni and was a major happening. It has been in the repertory of the world's major opera houses and everyone is familiar with the Grand March. The music is pagan and magnificent, and is another Verdi masterpiece.
Music Director Maestro Gregory Ortega stepped to the podium and the magic began. We were in the King's Palace in Memphis, Egypt. Radames, the Egyptian warrior chosen to battle Ethiopia, is in love with Aida, daughter of the enemy King Amonasro who was also captured by the Egyptians. Radames then sings "Celeste Aida" where he pledges his love for Aida. This iconic aria is one of the staples of opera. Tenor José Heredia was Radames. His singing of "Celesta Aida" was cautious and held back, then grew in strength. His final"Vicino al sol" was sung softly, diminished from the entrance of the note, which is the preferred way.
Aida (Carami Hilaire) & Radames (José Heredia). Photo by Colleen Smith.
Enrico Caruso was Radames with the MetOpera on tour in Brooklyn on January 17,1909 with Arturo Toscanini conducting at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). Caruso belted the final "vicino al sol" in his 1911 recording and it was pure gold. Famed conductor Arturo Toscanini had Brooklyn tenor Richard Tucker sing it loudly, then repeat it softly. Franco Corelli reduced the final note to a whisper and Pavarotti also diminished the tone. Verdi might have preferred it diminished but I am a Caruso man and prefer it sung all out. I think most audiences prefer the "all out" version.
In the next scene I enjoyed Mr. Heredia's full voiced "Immenso Ptah." His scene with Amneris, "Già i sacerdoti adunansi" was sung with precision and power. His "Sacerdote, io resto a te" was sung with intense abandon. His "La fatal pietra" with Aida in the tomb was sung with ample lyricism and his "O terra addio" was a bittersweet blending of a struggling and sad-but-together finale. Mr. Heredia was a Radames with strong potential.
Left- Amneris (Lara Tillotson) with Adia (Carami Hilaire). Photo by Colleen Smith
For the Regina performance, Carami Hilaire was Aida, a solid Brooklynite with a remarkable soprano voice. In her scenes with Amonasro, she was torn with emotion but she could not abandon Radames or her beloved country. Ms. Hilaire sang "Ritorna vincitor" with passion, conviction and a hint of confusion of her backing her lover against her father. Ms. Hilaire has a strong voice and it goes with her equally strong acting ability. Her "O patria mia!" was sung with beauty of tone, passionate emotion, wonderful power, and tender softness, and was a strong example of Ms. Hilaire's outstanding talent. Her joining Radames in the last act with "O terra addio" was sung with radiant abandon as they die together. Ms. Hilaire is a true daughter of Brooklyn and a true Verdi soprano. Her performance rates among the very best Aida's I have ever seen.
Amneris was in the persona of mezzo soprano Lara Tillotson. Her first act triumphs and her fears are combined in a exciting frenzy. Amneris' soul was revealed by her scenes with Aida, saying Radames was dead then that he was alive, to check Aida's reactions. The emotions were enhanced by the excellent supertitles by Linda Cantoni. In the Judgment scene in Act 4, Amneris' "A lui vivo, la tomba" was sung brilliantly and culminated with"Empia razza! Anatema su voi! La vendetta del ciel scenderà!" which was greeted by an ovation for its tremendous – beautifully sung and acted – imploding of Amneris.
Amneris (Lara Tillotson) fanned by her attendant (Kimberly Lloyd). Photo by Colleen Smith
Amonasro, Aida's father was sung by Peter Hakjoon Kim, whose stellar stage presence and superb baritone moved the audience. His singing of "Ma tu, Re, tu signore possente" in Act 2 was eloquent and elegant. Kim's strong fearless and pliable baritone is truly a Verdi baritone and has beauty, passion and something more. His scene with Aida where he threatens to"disown" her was truly powerful.
Aida (Carami Hilaire) & father Amonasro, King of Ethiopia (Peter Hakjoon Kim). Photo by Colleen Smith
The King of Egypt was sung by Peter Ludwig. His robust basso was authoritative inSalvator della patria, io te saluto" and "Or di vulcano al tempio" in which he was joined by the excellent Regina Chorus.
King of Egypt (Peter Ludwig). Photo by Steven Pisano
Ramfis, the High Priest was sung by basso Hyong Sik Jo in a clear and regal manner. Mr. Jo does not possess the "dark" tones of a Ramfis. He did very well in the immense Ptah duet with Radames and in other scenes where his voice "took charge."
Hyong Sik Jo as Ramfis. Photo by Colleen Smith
Justin Scott Randolph was the Messenger. His fine powerful tenor has a future in larger roles.
Aida Carducci was a splendid high Priestess. Her shimmering powerful soprano took over and made one listen.
Maestro Gregory Ortega led us in a lyrical and powerful performance. The Grand March was triumphantly performed and the "O terra addio" had heavenly qualities to it. This was a truly memorable performance from the 36 splendid musicians. Christopher Joyal deserves plaudits for the strings, which were magnificent. It was nice to see violinist Diana Barkan. Kudos to Jerome Neuhoff on the tympani. The woodwinds, brass, trumpets and horns were stirring and majestic. Bravi tutti!
Radames (José Heredia) & Aida (Carami Hilaire) sealed in the tomb. Photo by Colleen Smith
The Chorus had much to do in the Grand March and the group included chorister Cathy Greco who is truly a good luck sign amidst the various Egyptian codes. The costumes were the magnificent creations of Marcia Kresge and Tamara Belgrave. The sparkling gold dazzled the eyes and haunted the memory.
Egyptian captive in brown (Sean Murphy)
Egyptian Guard in white (Edwardo Brito).
Photo by Colleen Smith
Stage director and set design was the result of the superb incomparable Linda Lehr. The "wrestling scene" with Edwardo Brito and Sean Murphy in lieu of a spectacular march was very diverting. Wayne Olsen's brilliant Egyptian graphic design was truly magical.
Dancer Wendy Chu, surrounded by the Egyptian priests. Photo by Colleen Smith
The excellent dancers were Wendy Chu and Kelly Vaghenas. They danced gracefully and were ethereal in their movements.
A dancer entertains Amneris (Lara Tillotson).
It was so nice to meet and greet in the audience, which included the affable bass-baritone Charles Samuel Brown, who was King Balthazaar in Amahl and the Night Visitors at the Church of the Transfiguration (aka The Little Church Around the Corner) in New York City with my grandson Luciano as Amahl. My son Marcello, his wife Tanya, and my grandson and granddaughter Luciano and Leeza enjoyed the Aida with friends Olga and her son Ilia and daughter Nicole and friend Svetlana. They will all be future Regina Opera goers.
Thanks to Francine Garber, President; Linda Cantoni and Maestro Alex Guzman, Vice Presidents; Joe Delfausse, Treasurer; and volunteer Marlene Ventimiglia. This incredible production took us "out of the commonplace and into the rare." The Regina Opera really makes one feel welcome.
Aida Cast. Photo by Marcello Pantano
After the opera, we went for a delicious Mexican dinner at nearby Casa Vieja, where Lourdes Peña and staff treat us and our guests royally. Sunset Park is rising high among Brooklyn neighborhoods, thanks to the Regina Opera and such restaurants as Casa Vieja. A sangria toast to The Regina Opera!
Here's to the upcoming 49th glorious season! Marie Cantoni's creation is so vital to New York. This magnificent Aida would have made her and her new friend Giuseppe Verdi very happy indeed!
Author Nino PantanoPosted on May 29, 2018 May 29, 2018 Format ImageCategories International Arts
Franco Corelli – A Revolution in Singing Volume 3 By Stefan Zucker
Franco Corelli Volume 3 arrived and any page that one finds is loaded with fascinating detail and beautiful photographs. There are many tenors mentioned including some current ones.
As a child in Sicilian Bensonhurst Brooklyn, I was familiar with some of these tenors because aside from a SPISA (food shopping), music was a part of life at Sunday dinner. Both my Grandfather's Francesco and Antonio played guitar and Antonio played the mandolin as well. Uncle Giuseppe played perfect banjo and even had a song on RCA Victor records called "Do You Recall the Hour?" My Mother Marie played the piano and we both sang also. We had a great deal of fun and no one read music!
My grandparents would take me to see Beniamino Gigli films and also such operatic stars as Gino Bechi, Ferruccio Tagliavini and Gina Lollobrigida as Nedda in Pagliacci. My Grandmother Rosalia tended to curse the villains and whores from the audience and I guess this was the way it was supposed to be. My father Santo (Sam) would tell me bedtime stories of Orlando, Rinaldo and Malagigi. Oral tradition was from Orlando Furioso and Enrico Caruso, who had a voice of gold. Thanks to Bertha Lang, my first music teacher, I became a winner on The Ted Mack Hour and the Paul Whiteman show. I sang "Largo al factotum, Vesti la giubba" and many other arias and songs and O Sole Mio was sung phonetically. My very first opera was La Forza del Destino at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) conducted by Father Pavone from Sacred Hearts St. Stephens Church in South Brooklyn. I was 10 years old but recognized the Pace, Pace aria from an olive oil commercial on WOV radio in my grandmother Rosalia's house.
Beniamino Gigli
My first real opera at the Metropolitan Opera (Met) was Aida with Mario Del Monaco, Zinka Milanov and Leonard Warren on March 8, 1952. This was related to my studying briefly with Maestro Astolfo Pescia at the Hotel Ansonia in 1949-50. He taught Grace Moore, Rina Gigli and Dorothy Kirsten. He also I read, hosted a party attended by Florence Foster-Jenkins and that must have been fun! There are many photos to see and many great and popular voices in Mr. Zucker's current volume, making it a unique literary experience.
Mario Del Monaco as Otello
I loved Alfredo Kraus. He was a wonderful Edgardo often going "way up" in the Sextet from Lucia di Lammermoor. His elegant singing of the love duet in Lucia was heavenly and his heroic Hoffmann in his late sixties was unforgettable. My wife Judy and I were in a bus in Spain and the driver was playing records by Alfredo Kraus singing Spanish songs, his free flying high notes were thrilling and I made sure to buy that album back in the States. What a singer! His appearance at a Lucia Albanese-Puccini gala concert was simply amazing. I believe he sung "Lamento di Federico" and "La Donna e mobile" then.
I found tenor Chris Merritt to be without merit. I did not care for the sound and quality of his voice. Corelli is correct on this fact. As for booing, Corelli says that the audience can, if it wishes. I disagree. Boo the management not the singers. Jane Eaglen's Norma in 2001 was a total disaster. Her "Casta Diva" got scattered applause only. However the jealous claque that booed Enrico Caruso in Naples circa 1901, insulted him so, that he never sang in Naples again. He sang of Naples and died there. I don't think Corelli enjoyed being booed by a young student for whatever reason, when he challenged him to a duel.
Enrico Caruso as Canio in Pagliacci
I loved the chapter on Michael Fabiano. I saw the documentary on the Met auditions and saw Fabiano attempting to sing one of Caruso's greatest songs "L'alba separa dalla luce l'ombre" by Francesco Paolo Tosti on the Columbus Day parade a few years ago in New York City. He shouted incoherently and literally killed the song. I find nothing fine in his voice. It is ambition driven – but that clearly is not what it takes to reach the soul of this Tosti song.
Carlo Bergonzi, who I recall singing a superb Ballo in maschera also was a great Edgardo, a very good Radames and Manrico. His tenor, despite its not very open or large size did very well in dramatic parts. I saw a recital of his at Brooklyn College where some of his silvery high notes à la Gigli brought tears to my eyes as did his very moving Canio. His final exit on a banana peel at an Otello concert was a bad dream.
Carlo Bergonzi as Radames
I loved Giuseppe Giacomini's voice. His Manrico was wonderful, his Canio really good but he had a strange stage countenance that kind of lessened the effect.
Argentine tenor Jose Cura seemed a good poseur but he developed a "sing song" crooning quality that evoked the flaws of John Vickers, Anna Moffo and Renée Fleming that many found irksome.
Ferruccio Tagliavini was much loved and very popular. His films, his sweet, vigorous singing made him quite a favorite. He was Gigli-like in his use of pianissimo and sweetness and his top notes were somewhat pushed but exciting. His debut at the Met on January 10, 1947 was much talked about. His appearances on the Voice of Firestone assured large viewer response for "Anema e core." I saw him at his "return" to the Met in 1962 in a superb La Bohème and E'lisir d'amore with Salvatore Baccaloni. That and a concert at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) where he sang the Sicilian song "Amuri, amuri" and the Le Cid aria "O Souverain." He also came out to the box office afterward to greet his adoring public and hopefully no children yelling "Papa,"Papa"(Quite a Lothario)
Giuseppe Di Stefano, I saw in a wonderful Carnegie concert, then a disastrous Tales of Hoffmann, then at a Maria Callas Farewell. His recordings of Italian songs thrilled us all. His Lucia di Lammermoor with Callas is heaven on disc. However, he sang roles that were too heavy for him, smoked cigars and kept late hours. His voice was ruined and he sang on remnants for quite a while. He died, loved by the multitudes and inspired many for his beautiful, warm, passionate Sicilian sound.
Salvatore Licitra & Marcelo Alvarez
Salvatore Licitra has become a lovely, charming but sad footnote. I saw him in a gutless Canio. He was born in Switzerland and spent some years in Sicily, but like the exquisite Lisa Della Casa, remained emotionally Swiss. The notes were there but Richard Tucker emoted far more. Licitra had a quality in his voice that evoked sadness but not enough. His death from a brain aneurysm while riding his motorcycle in Sicily, was very upsetting indeed. His delivery to me, was more Martinellian than Roberto Alagna who is a very fine tenor but he too, is doomed by his French upbringing.The style differs too much with the Sicilian DNA. Tenor Marcelo Alvarez, a fine artist, is sounding forced and may have sung too much and his reach at this point, may exceed his grasp.
I did a Joe Franklin TV show with Kurt Baum and his spectacular "Di quella pira" was played. He seriously wanted to challenge Pavarotti to see who between them was really the King of the High C's. He had a radio which he played in the street,of his voice, mentioning to one and all that he was still the King of the High C's. I liked him despite his braggadocio and I recall the many times he sang the C's in Il Trovatore. He told me Milanov punched him for not giving her the Aida dressing room and he called Rudolf Bing, threatening to walk out. Bing told him, "Don't do anything that rash, just step on her gown!"
Kurt Baum
James Valenti who is a sexy, tall and youthful singer was quoted as saying he was influenced by Pavarotti, Mario Lanza, Gigli and Corelli. (Because of his open throated singing and dynamic stage presence). "I am partial to warm Italianate voices." He likes Gedda and Bjöerling but is partial to Italianate sounds.
Marcello Giordani has real squillo and tries for a Carusian sound. This does not always work in this strong Sicilian tenors favor. The result is that at times, his voice sounds colorless and tired. Other times he can belt the notes with the glory of Mount Etna erupting. He visited the Enrico Caruso Museum and I saw the reverence in his soul being near Caruso. Giordani has his own sound and he should pursue that. He is among the few Italian tenors left and should pray to Caruso for guidance.
Luciano Pavarotti had great media and public acclaim but he never made me cry. Gigli would make one laugh and cry with his caressing tenor. Soprano legend, Rosa Ponselle described Caruso as having "A voice that LOVED you. It was gold wrapped in velvet."
Rolando Villazon, a young, gifted Mexican tenor who wanted to sing all out. I saw his debut at New York City Opera (NYCO) in La Bohème and his top note in "Che gelida manina" was sublime and surprisingly echoed in longevity Björling who I saw at the old Met circa 1954. However, Villazon wanted to become Caruso and not emphasize middle notes and use legato. He literally sang on the capital with no interest. Caruso did not shout as Stefan Zucker has said, but Villazon began doing just that. He could have been a young Domingo with a top but he blew himself out. He is a major disappointment but his lack of restraint overwhelmed him. There is a concert where he sings Rossini's "La Danza" on Classic Arts Showcase. Caruso sang it with power, brilliance and an element of grace and restraint while Villazon tears it to pieces. Villazon's downfall is cause to pause and reflect on that fatal disease, "tenoritis."
Joseph Calleja is the Maltese tenor. His early sounds were of Fernando De Lucia and the almost moribund fast vibrato school. But it seemed to come naturally to him and now he is doing Pollione in Norma at the Met. His voice is full of surprises and occasionally passion. He is unique because his school of singing (like De Lucia) is gone. I think the Caruso school has won the battle. Caruso did not sing just loud, listen to his delightful "Noche Feliz" recorded in 1920 or his "De che ritorni" from Meyerbeer's L'Africana. Was there ever a more nuanced voice?
Tenor Jonas Kaufmann, trying to sing like Corelli and Caruso is, at age 48, very loud or very soft. There is no middle to his voice since he has been pushing too hard. There are a few hints of Corelli but the wreckage is pilling up with cancellations, illnesses and personal problems.
The new tenor of promise is Vittorio Grigolo, who exudes freshness, youth, vigor and sings with romance boiling over. He follows in the Tito Schipa tradition with a more lyrical lighter sound and a more aggressive top.
Vittorio Grigolo
Corelli's comment to Stefan Zucker, that Caruso had a beautiful voice and a beautiful soul" stands out. That is what every tenor should strive for. Arturo Melocchi's larynx lowering might be as pretentious as Dr. Dulcamara's elisir. Who knows? Whatever works is good enough! Singers should test their instincts and feel if strain is being put on their vocal chords.
There are many gorgeous photographs in this book, among them are the chapters on vocal teacher Bill Schumann with tenors Stephen Costello and James Valenti. The confusion that seems to come when a talented singer goes to a teacher recalls my own youth. You place your soul in their hands and often fear your talent will fly away, never to return. I recall Maestro Astolfo Pescia making me sing (age 13 years) "ma, me, mi, mo, mu," higher and higher until I fainted. He would then call his wife "Olga, bring some smelling salts for our young tenore." Other voice teachers followed but it was a very bumpy ride that led me to love my favorite tenors, avoid vocal teachers and become an avid member of the audience.
I don't know if I would have sung at the Met as Maestro Pescia promised in the far away future, but talent, faith and (mazel) luck mean a great deal!
This splendid book by Stefan Zucker deserves our plaudits, readership and thanks. Mr. Zucker may be an iconoclast but where else and who else can produce such a range of reading on the human voice. "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord" prevails in the brilliance, charm and love that Stefan Zucker has put into these volumes. They keep opening a magic box that modern events have tried to silence by declaring them of the past, forgotten, or of no use. Open the magic box and a pinata of voices come out to enlighten and make one listen to a continuing era of beauty, individuality and creativity! Bravo Stefan Zucker! Franco Corelli Volume 3 Bel Canto Society – 358 pages
Author Nino PantanoPosted on May 12, 2018 May 12, 2018 Format ImageCategories International ArtsTags Franco Corelli1 Comment on Franco Corelli – A Revolution in Singing Volume 3 By Stefan Zucker
Elysium Between Two Continents Presents The Thirtieth Annual Erwin Piscator Awards
Review by Nino Pantano
Erwin Piscator
On the afternoon of Thursday, March 30th, Elysium Between Two Continents Presented The Thirtieth Annual Erwin Piscator Awards at the intimate and elegant Lotos Club in New York City. This program is to benefit Elysium's International Educational Programs "Art and Education without Borders." The Lotos Club gathering that afternoon evoked memories of a musical soiree at the Kennedy White House when President Kennedy said it was "the most illustrious gathering of intellects since Thomas Jefferson dined alone."
Maria Ley Piscator
Movers and shakers notwithstanding, the "big bang" theory goes back to 1985 when Gregorij H. von Leïtis instituted the Erwin Piscator (1893-1966) award honoring Erwin Piscator's artistic and humanitarian legacy and his lasting influence on theater on both sides of the Atlantic. Piscator was convinced that "art achieves its purpose only when it contributes to the improvement of man."
The interesting program booklet included greetings from Dr. Kerstin Weinbach, City Councilor and Head of the Cultural Department forthe Magistrate City of Marburg, March 2017. The letter announced a newly opened cultural institution bearing the name Erwin Piscator Haus. Piscator went to school in Marburg and returned there in 1951.The new building replacing an older one proudly bears his name and continues his work.
After the wine and cocktail reception, the program began with soprano Jeannie Im singing "An die Freude" (Ode to Joy) music by Franz Schubert from a text by Friedrich Schiller. Ms. Im has been with Elysium since 2000 and was in the premiere performance of Ernst Krenek's "What Price Confidence" at the Teatro dell' Opera di Roma co-produced by Elysium. Among her many performances under the auspices of Elysium, were concerts of works by performers who were exiled or killed in World War II. Matthew Lobaugh, who is the Music Director of the New York City Wide Youth Opera, was her versatile piano accompanist. Ms. Im strolled through the tables and sang in a clear commanding soprano with joyful abandon.
Michael Müller, the Mayor of Berlin had his representative, Ms. Katja Weisbrock Donovan, who is the head of Cultural Affairs at the German Consulate in New York, bring greetings and speak of the cooperation of the two cities – Berlin and New York. She mentioned the Kellen family who were forced to flee Berlin during the era of the Nazis and the importance of Erwin Piscator and Maria Ley Piscator to the world. The New York Theatre Workshop founded by James C. Nicola a pivotal influence as well. Michael Lahr was the Program Editor and key to this joint effort and of the of the two countries under the banner of art and enlightenment. The dream turned into a reality of Gregorij H. von Leïtis and Michael Lahr.
The welcome was given by Gregorij H. von Leïtis who truly was monarch of all he surveyed. His cherubic demeanor could not disguise his tremendous commitment to evoke the theme of peace and justice through art. Mr. von Leïtis then
proudly introduced the chairperson of the luncheon committee, Louise Kerz Hirschfeld, whose late beloved husband Al Hirschfeld, was the Da Vinci of caricaturists. Ms. Hirschfeld's energetic defense of the arts and its importance to all, made one think of "The Line King" a wonderful, whimsical documentary of her late great husband.
A fascinating musical excerpt followed, colorfully sung by soprano Jeannie Im "Lied von der Tünche" (Song of Whitewash) with music by Hanns Eisler and a text by Bertolt Brecht. The music evoked the German cabaret offerings of Lotte Lenya and the school of cabaret in the style of The Threepenny Opera. Matthew Lobaugh's facile accompaniment made the two, one.
The salad was served and now the "salad days" prevailed. Michael Lahr, the erudite and industrious Chairman of the Erwin Piscator Awards Committee spoke. As a specialist of Erwin Piscator, the founder of the political and epic theater, Lahr brilliantly curated the exhibit Erwin Piscator: Political Theater in Exile andit traveled to Bernried, New York, Catania, Salzburg and Munich. Lahr spoke of the great joy and importance of the occasion and introduced the famed playwright Tony Kushner.
Tony Kushner, Doug Wright, and Michael Lahr. Photo by Letizia Mariotti.
Mr. Kushner alluded to the dark days we have been witnessing of late and how the arts will pave the way for better days ahead. He referred to an earlier era in Greenwich Village and elsewhere when Belafonte, Brecht and Brando championed causes and spread the word of enlightenment and creativity. They knew where they were going artistically and emotionally as did James Nicola in his early days at the studio, which has become a kind of mecca, a place "Where one can roll up in like a blanket" (Fanny). Tony Kushner spoke in staccato sentences like a prizefighter hammering away at the evils of the world and praising the good in his introduction for James C. Nicola.
Gregorij von Leïtis made the presentation to James Nicola,"for his enormous contributions to the American theater by producing and cultivating artists whose works inspire and challenge the public." As Artistic Director of the New York Theater Workshop since 1988, Nicola has forged a unique community of theater artists, a group of writers, directors, designers and actors who form the core of NYTW's artist development activities. Many plays, premiers including Tony Kushner's "Angels in America" and "Homebody/Kabul" as well as Tennessee William's "A Streetcar Named Desire" were performed.
James Nicola spoke intimately and passionately about his boyhood desire to excel in theater and his lack of concentration on other subjects. Nicola's somewhat perturbed parents granted him the right to pursue his goals but he had to measure up academically to attain them. Nicola feels theater is "a sacred light" and that it illuminates the soul. Artists are encouraged to play their chosen destined roles. A force of nature illuminated by a "splendid torch," a force of nature not to be denied. James Nicola is motivated by a sacred flame and that light has brightened the world.
Heather Randall (from left) with James Nicola and Louise Kerz Hirschfeld. Photograph by Letizia Mariotti.
With so much at "stake" we proceeded to enjoy our delectable choice of steak (or salmon), having feasted on brilliant words and deeds from the hearts and minds of the mighty.
Vartan Gregorian is the 12th President of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, a grant making institution and is also a past honoree of the Erwin Piscator award. He is best known for his outstanding service as President of the New York Public Library. (1981-89) His services have earned him nearly 70 honorary degrees.The brilliant Mr. Gregorian spoke eloquently on behalf of honoree Marina Kellen French. With joyful abandon and as Elizabeth Barrett Browning wrote "How do I love thee?" Mr. Gregorian alphabetically listed all of Marina Kellen French's virtues practically from "A to Z" and why she is so admired. Whether it be art, music, medical, literary, educational, she is there to lend support, advice and encouragement!
Gregorij von Leitis with Marina Kellen French. Photo by Letizia Mariotti.
Gregorij von Leïtis presented Marina Kellen French with the Erwin Piscator award "for so generously giving of her time and talent to support so many artistic, cultural and educational organizations both here in New York and in Berlin." Ms. French spoke of the joys of giving and that it must be earned and of her two unforgettable years as a student in Berlin, the land of her parents birth. The art of philanthropy and of aiding mankind is her mission." What good is leaving the earth with accumulated wealth but having done little or nothing to help ones' fellow humans?" That is also the mission of Gregorij von Leïtis and Michael Lahr. That is the path chosen by Marina Kellen French. The honorary Erwin Piscator award of 2017 was in memory of Maria Ley Piscator. (1898-1999) In 2014, Ms. French was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany at the residence of the German Consul General Brita Wagener in New York City.
In a proclamation printed in the program, Governor Andrew Cuomo praised James C. Nicola for his "creative vision to American arts and culture" and Marina Kellen French "for her generous work in perpetuating and preserving a legacy of great art in the world." Mayor Bill de Blasio also congratulated the awardees and Elysium – between Two Continents in the program with a special proclamation.
Jeannie Im accompanied by Matthew Lobaugh sang a lively "Good-Bye Trouble" with music by Mischa Spoliansky and text by Frank Eyton. "I've put on my hat, I've locked up my flat; the dog's at the vets, I've settled my debts" and concluding with "And if I could design a world, I shouldn't plan a finer world." Ev'rything in it I see as it passes Thro' wonderful rose colored glasses. Good-bye Trouble! I've finished with you, Trouble!" With that special "Thank you for coming" from Louise Kerz Hirschfeld, the afternoon drew to a upbeat close as we were enjoying the desserts and sweets of the luncheon – almost redundant when one considers the real "sweets" offered by the words and deeds of the day!
Judy and I were happy to speak to many of the awardees and presenters. James Nicola and I share Italian heritage. His family were Piedmontese from Northern Italy, mine were Sicilian from the South. We laughed about the "rivalry" between Sicilians and non Sicilians. Marina Kellen French is also on the Board of the Metropolitan Opera Guild. I mentioned the great tenor Enrico Caruso singing "Vecchia Zimarra" in "La Bohème", with the Met Opera on tour in Philadelphia when the bass, Andrés de Segurola lost his voice with the audience unaware. Caruso whispered to his friend, "turn your back to the audience and I'll sing it for you!" The mighty tenor made a recording of Colline's famous Coat aria at the insistence of the cast and his friends in 1916 – it is marked "Tenor-Bass."
Vartan Gregorian was affable and most gracious. He is the "Energizer battery" redux! Louise Kerz Hirschfeld spoke of her husband's zest for life and creative output. I told her that I especially admired his caricature of the matchless tenor Enrico Caruso (A former Lotos Club honoree in 1916) and the fact that Caruso, who caricatured as a hobby, published several volumes of caricatures. It was nice to chat with Jolana Blau, Vice Chairperson, who was also chatting with Martin Dvorak, Consul General of the Czech Republic in New York, Austrian Consul General Georg Heindl and his wife Neline Koornneef Heindl and the effervescent Midge Woolsey from both WQXR and PBS and her husband economist Dr. Jerry Stolt. Last year's honoree, President of the Licia Albanese-Puccini Foundation Sachi Liebergesell, was present with General Counsel Brian O' Connor Esq. and his wife Maura. The lovely intimate Lotos Club is a New York treasure and the perfect venue for this stellar occasion.
Sachi Liebergesell & Vartan Gregorian Photo by Judy Pantano
We wish to thank Gregorij H. von Leïtis, President and Michael Lahr, Vice President for the pursuit of a peaceful world through art and artists and for being such gracious hosts and extraordinary humanitarians. As always, their friendship is treasured. If John Kennedy appreciated Thomas Jefferson dining alone, what about his being in a room full of people – men and women who match that ideal and are gregarious and fun as well.
I conclude with a quote from George Bernard Shaw that was referred to during this event, "You see things and you say, "Why?" But I dream things that never were and say, "Why Not?" Bravo to "Elysium – Between Two Continents for daring to ask "Why not?" and for keeping the work and spirit of Erwin Piscator and his wife Maria Ley Piscator alive, ongoing and thriving!
Soprano Jeannie Im. Photo by Letizia Mariotti.
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1 year/$0.55M (2018). Re-signed by Philadelphia 3/18. Claimed by Kansas City off waivers from Philadelphia 9/5/18.
Acquired by Philadelphia in trade from Cincinnati 12/31/14.
Drafted by Cincinnati 2013 (4-135) (Central Florida). $0.35M signing bonus ($0.3679M slot).
2015-05-27 14:00:00 (link to chat) What do you know about Stephen Gonsalves? Stuff to match the numbers?
2014-11-24 13:00:00 (link to chat) is Ben Lively able to keep his deception through the MLB-level, or does he really showcase as a #4 starter? Is his upside closer to dominant or more of an average MLB pitcher?
2014-07-07 11:00:00 (link to chat) Any news on Ben Lively and how he would compare on the list?
2014-06-25 13:00:00 (link to chat) Folow-up to the Michael Lorenzen question... I have heard some people even prefer Ben Lively to Lorenzen. What futures do you see these two?
2014-05-13 11:00:00 (link to chat) Ben Lively anything more than a back end starter?
2014-05-13 11:00:00 (link to chat) Better long-term ceiling: Ben Lively, Aaron Blair, or Jen-Ho Tseng?
2014-04-24 13:00:00 (link to chat) Paul, Daniel Winkler and Ben Lively have carried over last years success into this year with incredible early season performances. Are these guys for real and in a dynasty league would you add one or both in place of, Mauricio Cabrera, Jose Martinez or Lewis Thorpe?


text:
<?php

namespace ICanBoogie\Mailer;

/**
 * An address list.
 *
 *

 * <?php
 *
 * use ICanBoogie\Mailer\AddressList;
 *
 * $list = new AddressList;
 * $list[] = "olivier.laviale@gmail.com";
 * # or
 * $list["olivier.laviale@gmail.com"] = true;
 * # or, with a name
 * $list["olivier.laviale@gmail.com"] = "Olivier Laviale";
 *
 * # Creating a collection from an array
 *
 * $list = new AddressList([
 *
 *     'person1@example.com',
 *     'person2@example.org',
 *     'person3@example.net' => 'Person 3 Name',
 *     'person4@example.org',
 *     'person5@example.net' => 'Person 5 Name'
 *
 * ]);
 *
 * isset($list['person1@example.com']); // true
 * # remove mailbox
 * unset($list['person1@example.com']);
 * isset($list['person1@example.com']); // false
 *

 *
 * @see http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc5322#section-3.4
 */
class AddressList implements \ArrayAccess, \IteratorAggregate
{
	/**
	 * Creates a {@link AddressList} instance from the provided source.
	 *
	 * @param string|array|AddressList $address_list The address list can be specified as a string,
	 * an array or an {@link AddressList} instance.
	 *
	 * While specified as a string, the address list must be separated by a comma. The display-name of
	 * the address can be defined using the following notation : "display-name <email>", where
	 * `display-name` is the name of the recipient and `email` is its email address.
	 *
	 * @return \ICanBoogie\Mailer\AddressList
	 *
	 * @see http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc5322#section-3.4
	 */
	static public function from($address_list)
	{
		if (!$address_list)
		{
			return new static();
		}

		if ($address_list instanceof self)
		{
			return new static($address_list->address_list);
		}

		if (!is_array($address_list))
		{
			$address_list = static::parse($address_list);
		}

		return new static($address_list);
	}

	/**
	 * Parses an address-list string and returns an array of mailbox/display-name pairs.
	 *
	 * @param string $address_list
	 *
	 * @return array[string]string An array where each key/value pair represents a mailbox
	 * and a display-name, or an integer and a mailbox.
	 */
	static public function parse($address_list)
	{
		$parts = explode(',', $address_list);
		$parts = array_map('trim', $parts);

		$list = array();

		foreach ($parts as $part)
		{
			if ($part[strlen($part) - 1] === '>')
			{
				list($display_name, $angle_addr) = explode('<', $part, 2);

				$mailbox = substr($angle_addr, 0, -1);

				$list[$mailbox] = trim($display_name);

				continue;
			}

			$list[] = $part;
		}

		return $list;
	}

	/**
	 * Escapes the specified display name according to the specification.
	 *
	 *

	 * <?php
	 *
	 * use ICanBoogie\Mailer\AddressList;
	 *
	 * echo AddressList('Joe Q. Public');    // "Joe Q. Public"
	 * echo AddressList('Mary Smith');       // Mary Smith
	 * echo AddressList('Who?');             // Who?
	 * echo AddressList('Giant; "Big" Box'); // "Giant; \"Big\" Box"
	 * echo AddressList('ACME, Inc.');       // "ACME, Inc."
	 *

	 *
	 * @param string $display_name The display name to escape.
	 *
	 * @return string
	 *
	 * @see http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc5322#section-3.2.3
	 * @see http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc5322#appendix-A.1.2
	 */
	static public function escape_display_name($display_name)
	{
		if (preg_match('#\(|\)|\<|\>|\[|\]|\:|\;|\@|\\|\,|\.|\"#', $display_name))
		{
			$display_name = '"' . addslashes($display_name) . '"';
		}

		return $display_name;
	}

	/**
	 * A collection of recipient.
	 *
	 * Each key/value pair represents a mailbox and a display-name, which might be `true` if
	 * the display-name of mailbox was not provided.
	 *
	 * @var array
	 */
	protected $address_list = array();

	/**
	 * Initializes the {@link $address_list} property.
	 *
	 * Note: The method uses the `ArrayAccess` interface to set the mailboxes.
	 *
	 * @param array $address_list An address list, such as one provided by
	 * the {@link parse()} method.
	 */
	public function __construct(array $address_list=array())
	{
		foreach ($address_list as $mailbox => $display_name)
		{
			if (is_numeric($mailbox))
			{
				$this[] = $display_name;

				continue;
			}

			$this[$mailbox] = $display_name;
		}
	}

	/**
	 * Checks if the recipient exists in the collection.
	 *
	 * @return `true` if the recipient exists, `false` otherwise.
	 */
	public function offsetExists($mailbox)
	{
		return isset($this->address_list[$mailbox]);
	}

	/**
	 * Add or set a recipient.
	 */
	public function offsetSet($mailbox, $display_name)
	{
		if ($mailbox === null)
		{
			$mailbox = $display_name;
			$display_name = true;
		}

		if (!filter_var($mailbox, FILTER_VALIDATE_EMAIL))
		{
			throw new \InvalidArgumentException("Invalid email address: $mailbox.");
		}

		$this->address_list[$mailbox] = $display_name;
	}

	/**
	 * Returns the recipient name.
	 *
	 * @param string $mailbox The email of the recipient.
	 */
	public function offsetGet($mailbox)
	{
		return $this->address_list[$mailbox];
	}

	/**
	 * Removes a recipient.
	 *
	 * @param string $mailbox The email of the recipient.
	 */
	public function offsetUnset($mailbox)
	{
		unset($this->address_list[$mailbox]);
	}

	public function getIterator()
	{
		return new \ArrayIterator($this->address_list);
	}

	/**
	 * Returns a string representation of the instance.
	 *
	 * Note: The returned string is not suitable for a header field,
	 * use a {@link Header\AddressList} instance for that.
	 *
	 * @return string An address-list string that can be parsed by
	 * the {@link parse()} method.
	 */
	public function __toString()
	{
		$rc = '';

		foreach ($this->address_list as $mailbox => $display_name)
		{
			if ($rc)
			{
				$rc .= ', ';
			}

			if ($display_name === true)
			{
				$rc .= $mailbox;

				continue;
			}

			$rc .= static::escape_display_name($display_name) . " <$mailbox>";
		}

		return $rc;
	}
}

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"Because Dan Zanes would sure make one funny-looking Wiggle"
KC: Because Dan Zanes would sure make one funny-looking Wiggle.
There is absolutely nothing in that list that should be restricted to classical music alone.
Posted in Beethoven's Wig (Richard Perlmutter), Classical Music, Do (Play, Sing) It Yourself, Philosophy, Radio and TV.
May 11, 2006 by Stefan Shepherd.


Can you even begin to imagine what it is like to sleep in a small canvas tent on a Kenya Camping Safari in one of the wildest places in Africa? It is a truly magical experience that you must try, even once, a Camping Safari Holiday in Kenya with Safari Joe is totally mindblowing!
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Stay cool when things heat up. Engineered with Dri-FIT fabric which provides moisture management technology. This comfortable micro pique polo has an exceptionally soft hand. The design features a flat knit collar, three-button placket, open hem sleeves. The contrast Swoosh design trademark is embroidered on the left sleeve.
Made of 4.4-ounce, 100% polyester. CARE INSTRUCTIONS Machine wash warm, with like colors. Do not bleach. Do not use softeners. Tumble dry low. Cool iron. Do not dry clean.


1. ENTRY PERIODS: The Glitzy Mixie Contest ("Contest") begins at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time ("ET") on January 2, 2018 and ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on December 31, 2018 ("Contest Period"). See chart below for various entry periods (each an "Entry Period"). Eligible non-winning entries submitted during any Entry Period will roll-over and be eligible in any subsequent Entry Period as well.
2. HOW TO ENTER: First, have your child design their very own unique Miximal™ toy by combining the attributes of two animals. (It must be a combination that is not already an existing Miximal toy.) Then make a drawing of the child's design for a new Miximal™ toy and take a photo of just the drawing. No person should appear in the photograph. If not already in a digital format, convert the photograph to a digital format as a jpg or png file. The digital storage size of the photograph may not exceed 5MB. Then, to enter visit www.miximalstoys.com (the "Website"), complete the online entry form, upload the photograph, and submit the entry in accordance with the on-screen directions (including uploading the photograph) during the Contest Period. The entry, photograph and design of the new Miximal™ toy, and any name for the design, that is submitted is referred to herein collectively as the "Design Submission". The person submitting the entry must confirm that he/she is the parent or legal guardian of the child who developed the Design Submission. See content section below for further Design Submission restrictions. The Design Submission will not be judged for the selection of Glitzy Mixie Prize Winners but will be judged for the selection of a Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner. There is a limit of one entry per person and per email address per day but each entry must contain a valid photograph and Design Submission that you have not submitted before. Each entrant may use only one (1) email address to enter. Any entry containing an invalid email address will be disqualified. Attempts to exceed the maximum number of entries permitted or to use more than one (1) email address for entry may result in disqualification. All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. ET on December 31, 2018.
Any use of automated, robotic, macro, programmed or similar quick-entry programs or methods is prohibited. Neither Alpha Group US, LLC ("Sponsor") nor Infrared, a division of Red Peak Group, LLC ("Contest Administrator") will verify receipt of entries. Proof of entry does not constitute proof of receipt. In the event of a dispute over who submitted an entry, the authorized subscriber of the email account used to participate in the Contest at the actual time of entry will be deemed the entrant. The authorized subscriber is defined as the natural person who is assigned an account by the email address administrator. Creating multiple accounts in order to exceed the limits on entries permitted by these Official Rules may result in the disqualification of all entries from such accounts.
3. ELIGIBILITY: To enter the Contest you must, at the time of entry, (a) be a lawful, permanent resident of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia, or Canada (excluding the province of Quebec), the United Kingdom or Ireland; (b) be eighteen (18) years of age or older, or the age of majority where you reside, whichever is older; (c) be the parent or legal guardian of the child who developed the Design Submission; and (d) be physically located in one of the above geographic areas (excluding the province of Quebec). The Contest is void in the province of Quebec and in all areas outside of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia, or Canada, or the United Kingdom or Ireland, and where restricted or prohibited by law. Entries received from persons residing outside of the eligible geographic areas, or where restricted or prohibited by law, will be disqualified. Sponsor, employees of Sponsor, Contest Administrator, and their respective affiliated companies, parents, subsidiaries, and advertising and Contest agencies (collectively, "Contest Entities"), and members of the immediate families (parents, children, siblings and spouse, regardless of where they reside) and households (whether related or not) of the Contest Entities' employees, are ineligible to participate in this Contest.
Only complete entries will be accepted. If an entry is incomplete or does not comply with the specifications and rules described herein, or if the Design Submission submitted does not comply with the requirements of these Official Rules, then the entry may be disqualified at Sponsor's sole discretion. Sponsor may also disqualify any entrant who provides false or misleading information in connection with the Contest.
Each entrant agrees, represents and warrants that the Design Submission submitted in the Contest (including any photograph, drawing and design depicted in the Photograph) (i) is the original work of the entrant's child; (ii) is authorized by all persons having rights with respect to such Design Submission; and (iii) the use of the Design Submission in this Contest will not violate the rights of any third parties. Each entrant acknowledges and agrees that Sponsor shall have no obligation to copy, publish, display, or otherwise use any Design Submission.
Material that is unlawful, or in violation of or contrary to the laws or regulations of any applicable jurisdiction where the Design Submission was created.
BY SUBMITTING AN ENTRY, ENTRANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HIS/HER CHILD'S FIRST NAME, CITY/STATE, AND DESIGN SUBMISSION MAY BE POSTED ON SPONSOR'S WEBSITE, IN SPONSOR'S DISCRETION. SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT (BUT NOT THE OBLIGATION) TO MONITOR/SCREEN DESIGN SUBMISSIONS PRIOR TO POSTING THEM TO THE WEBSITE. By entering, you acknowledge that Sponsor has no obligation to use, copy, publish, display, post, or otherwise exploit any Design Submission you submit. Once an entry is submitted, it will not be returned. DESIGN SUBMISSIONS DO NOT REFLECT THE VIEWS OF SPONSOR IN ANY MANNER. Sponsor reserves the right to verify the accuracy and legitimacy of each entry (including the Design Submission submitted), as well as each entrant's compliance with each of the provisions of these Official Rules.
5. SELECTION OF GLITZY MIXIE WINNERS: The Contest Administrator, an independent judging organization whose decisions are final and binding in all matters relating to this Contest, will select a minimum of six (6) potential Glitzy Mixie prize winners (each a "Glitzy Mixie Prize Winner") for each Entry Period by conducting a random drawing on or about the winner selection date specified for each Entry Period in the chart above. Odds of winning a prize depend on the number of eligible entries received during each Entry Period. For a resident of Canada to be declared a winner, he/she must also correctly answer, without assistance of any kind, whether mechanical or otherwise, a time-limited mathematical skill-testing question to be administered by the Contest Administrator, by phone, email, or mail, within the time specified by the Contest Administrator. In the event that the potential winner does not successfully complete the skill-testing question within the time specified by the Contest Administrator, then he/she will be disqualified and an alternate winner will be selected.
6. JUDGING FOR TOY DESIGNER'S MIXIE WINNERS: A panel of qualified judges selected by Sponsor (including one independent judge) ("Judges") will review the eligible entries received during the Contest Period and select a minimum of one (1) potential Toy Designer's Mixie prize winner (each a "Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner") on or about January 14, 2019 based on the following judging criteria ("Judging Criteria"): Commercialization Potential (50%), Originality/Creativity (30%), and Miximal™ Brand Compatibility (20%). The eligible entrant with the highest judging score will be selected as the Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner. In the event of a tie, the Judges will break the tie by selecting the tied entrant who received the highest points from the Judges for Commercialization Potential as the potential Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner. In the event a tie remains, the tied entries will be judged by an additional tie-breaking judge, using the Judging Criteria, to determine which of the tied entrants will be the potential Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner. Decisions of the Sponsor and Judges are final and binding with respect to all matters related to the Contest. Winning is subject to verification of eligibility. Sponsor reserves the right to extend the Contest Period in its sole discretion if Sponsor does not receive a sufficient number of eligible and qualified entries. Odds of winning a prize depend on the number of eligible entries received and the quality of the entries.
7. NOTIFICATION OF WINNERS: All prizes will be awarded to the eligible adult submitting the eligible entry on behalf of their child. Each potential winner will be notified by telephone and/or email, at the Contest Administrator's sole discretion, on or about the dates specified in the chart above. If the Contest Administrator attempts to contact a potential prize winner via telephone and is not able to engage in a live, personal telephone conversation with the potential winner (i.e. personally contact the potential winner) within forty-eight (48) hours from the first notification attempt, then such person may be disqualified. Any message left by the Contest Administrator, either by voicemail answering service, or otherwise, will be considered a notification attempt by the Contest Administrator and shall not be deemed a live, personal telephone conversation. If the Contest Administrator attempts to contact a potential winner via email, then such potential winner must respond to such email, and provide all requested information, within the time specified in the email or such person may be disqualified. All notification requirements will be strictly enforced.
GLITZY MIXIE PRIZE (minimum of six (6) per Entry Period): Each Glitzy Mixie Prize consists of the following: Sponsor will manufacture and deliver to the winner in a display box one (1) unique Miximal™ toy which embodies the essential characteristics of the creature depicted in the Design Submission submitted by the winner. The design and manufacture of such Miximal™ toy shall be at the sole discretion of Sponsor and Sponsor shall have no obligation to provide a Miximal™ toy that exactly or substantially resembles the contents of the Design Submission that was submitted as part of the entry. Sponsor may, in its sole discretion, choose to alter or modify the toy resulting from the winning entry. Sponsor shall have no obligation to mass produce, distribute, advertise, market or offer the toy for sale to the public. Please allow ninety (90) days for the manufacture and delivery of the prize. The Approximate Retail Value ("ARV") of this prize is US$3.99 each.
TOY DESIGNER'S MIXIE PRIZE (minimum of one (1) per the Contest Period): Each Toy Designer's Mixie Prize consists of the following: Sponsor will manufacture and offer for sale to the public a limited edition of a unique Miximal™ toy which embodies the essential characteristics (in Sponsor's sole discretion) of the Design Submission submitted by the Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner. One of these toys will be delivered to the Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner. The design and manufacture of such Miximal™ toy shall be at the sole discretion of Sponsor and Sponsor shall have no obligation to produce a Miximal™ toy that exactly or substantially resembles the contents of the Design Submission that was submitted as part of the entry. The design of such toy may be altered or modified by Sponsor at any time in its sole discretion. Sponsor shall decide, in its sole discretion, how many of these toys to manufacture, sell or distribute, how and where to advertise or market the toys, where the toys will be sold, how long they will be available for purchase, whether additional editions of the toy will be manufactured or sold, and any other decisions relative to the manufacture, distribution, marketing and sale of the toy. Due to the extensive time required to design, manufacture and distribute toys for the consumer market, Sponsor cannot estimate when the Toy Designer's Mixie Prize will be delivered. However, it will be delivered once it is available for distribution. The Approximate Retail Value ("ARV") of this prize is US$3.99 each.
The ARV of all prizes is Seventy-Five U.S. Dollars and Eighty-One Cents (US$75.81). All values are in U.S. dollars. There is a limit of one Glitzy Mixie Prize and one Toy Designer's Mixie Prize per person, per household and per email address. There is no transfer, substitution, or cash equivalent for prizes allowed, except at Sponsor's sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize, or prize element, of equal or greater monetary value (whether in cash or otherwise) if a prize, or prize element, cannot be awarded, in whole or in part, as described for any reason. All national, state, local and other tax liabilities, including but not limited to sales and use taxes, excise taxes, income and U.S. withholding taxes, fees and like amounts in connection with a winner's award, acceptance or use of a prize arising from this Contest will be the sole responsibility of each Prize Winner. Accordingly, each winner shall be solely responsible for the payment of any taxes due as a result of winning his/her prize.
9. RELEASES: Each potential Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner will be required to execute and return an Affidavit of Eligibility, which includes a Liability Release and a Publicity Release (except where prohibited) (collectively, "Affidavit/Release") or, if the potential winner is a resident of Canada, a Declaration of Compliance, which includes a Liability Release and a Publicity Release (except where prohibited) (collectively, "Declaration/Release"). If a potential winner fails to complete, sign and return the Affidavit/Release or Declaration/Release within the time specified, the potential winner may be disqualified.
10. DISQUALIFICATION: If an entrant or potential winner is found to be ineligible, or if an entrant or potential winner does not comply with the Official Rules, then such entrant or potential winner may be disqualified. If a prize or prize notification is returned as undeliverable, then the corresponding potential winner may be subject to disqualification. In the event an entrant or potential winner is deemed ineligible or disqualified for any reason under the provisions of these Official Rules, then an alternate winner may be selected from among all eligible remaining entries either via a random drawing conducted by the Contest Administrator for Glitzy Mixie Prize Winners or by selection of the eligible entrant with the next highest judging score for a Toy Designer's Mixie Prize Winner.
11. USE/OWNERSHIP OF THE DESIGN SUBMISSIONS: By entering and/or participating in the Contest, entrant agrees that: (a) Sponsor shall be the sole owner of the Design Submission submitted by the entrant (including all rights embodied therein) in perpetuity, and without any obligation to compensate entrant for the use of the Design Submission, and entrant will not assert any rights to such Design Submission; (b) Sponsor and its designees may use, copy, publish, and publicly display all elements of the Design Submission and the name, address [city and state], biographical information, statements, voice, photograph and other likeness of the entrant and the entrant's child provided by entrant, in whole or in part, in any and all media either now or hereafter known, in perpetuity throughout the universe for all purposes (including but not limited to promotional and marketing purposes, and for advertising, publicizing and promoting the Sponsor's products and services, and for use in connection with displays of quotes from the entrant, if applicable), without notification and without attribution or compensation of any kind to entrant or any third party; and (c) Sponsor and its designees may use all elements of the Design Submission, in whole or in part, in the design, manufacture, distribution, marketing, advertising and sale of Sponsor's products in perpetuity throughout the universe without notification and without attribution or compensation of any kind to entrant or any third party. Sponsor reserves all rights to each Design Submission, including without limitation, the right to reproduce, alter, amend, edit, publish, modify, crop and use each Design Submission in connection with commercials, advertisements and promotions related to Sponsor (including viral campaigns), video and audio compilations, the manufacture and sales of Sponsor's products and services, the Contest and any other Contest sponsored by or associated with Sponsor, in any and all media, now or hereafter known, including but not limited to, all forms of television distribution, theatrical advertisements, radio, the Internet (including YouTube™ and social media), newspapers, magazines, and billboards. Sponsor shall have no obligation (express or implied) to use any Design Submission, or to otherwise manufacture, market, sell or commercialize any Design Submission, or if commenced, to continue any such activity. Sponsor may at any time abandon the use of any Design Submission for any reason, with or without legal justification or excuse, and entrant shall not be entitled to any damages or other relief by reason thereof.
12. CONTEST CONDITIONS & RELEASE OF LIABILITY: By entering and/or participating in the Contest, each person submitting an entry agrees: (a) to be bound by these Official Rules and any other documents required by Sponsor, and by the decisions of the Sponsor, (b) to participate in the Contest in full compliance with each and every provision of these Official Rules, (c) to waive any right to claim ambiguity in this Contest, the Official Rules or any other documents required by Sponsor, (d) to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Contest Entities and their respective officers, directors, employees, shareholders, representatives and agents (collectively, the "Released Parties") from and against any and all liability, claims, losses, damages, demands, causes of action, penalties and expenses arising out of or related to the entrant's entry in the Contest, and any Design Submission submitted as part of the entry, or any statement, action or failure to act by entrant during or in connection with entrant's entry or participation in the Contest, and/or any breach or alleged breach of these Official Rules, or of any other documents required by Sponsor, (e) not to sue and to hereby irrevocably and unconditionally release, waive and forever discharge the Released Parties, from any and all liabilities, claims and demands of any kind or nature whatsoever, in law or equity, whether known or unknown, which entrant or entrant's child, successors-in-interest, heirs and/or agents ever had, now have, or in the future may have against the Released Parties, including, but not limited to claims arising out of or related to personal injury (including death) and/or damage, theft, loss or any other harm resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from participation in the Contest or any Contest-related activity, the acceptance, possession, misuse or use of the prize(s), and/or the use of any of the rights granted herein (including, without limitation, the use and exploitation of entrant's name, address [city and state], biographical information, statements, voice, photograph and/or other likeness, or that of his/her child).
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Kristian Jaksch
Career : 2015 - 2017
Debut : Round 1, 2015 vs Richmond, aged 20 years, 177 days
Carlton Player No. 1157
Games : 14 (7 at Carlton)
Goals : 3 (1 at Carlton)
Last game : Round 17, 2016 v West Coast, aged 21 years, 284 days
Guernsey No. 18
Height : 195 cm (6 ft. 4 in.)
Weight : 84 kg (13 stone, 7 lbs)
DOB : 7 October, 1994
After a disastrous 2014 season that ended with the Blues relegated to 13th position on the ladder, Carlton's recruiting department came under unprecedented pressure. Retirements, delistings and the defection of Jarrad Waite to North Melbourne had created plenty of space on Carlton's list, and the club's supporters were demanding an end to too many years of mediocrity.
During Trade Week in October, the Blues scored a notable coup by picking up 19 year-old GWS Giants key position prospect Kristian Jaksch (along with midfielder Mark Whiley and National Draft selection 19) in exchange for Carlton's draft selection number 7. Originally recruited by the Giants from the Oakleigh Chargers at selection 12 in the 2012 NAB AFL Draft, Jaksch is a 195 cm, strong-marking utility who can play at both ends of the ground. He joined an exclusive club when he goaled with his first kick on debut for the Giants against Richmond in 2013, but a spate of injuries and the Giants' talent-laden list had subsequently restricted him to only seven games over two years.
Frustrated by a lack of opportunity, and not lacking in self-belief, Jaksch requested a trade to his home state after the 2014 season, and was courted by a number of clubs before he settled on the Blues. Carlton football manager Andrew McKay was understandably elated to secure two ready-made senior players in Jaksch and Whiley, while still retaining a first-round pick in the upcoming National Draft. "Securing Kristian was certainly a priority for us this trade period, and we're rapt to have gotten the deal done," McKay said. "We see him as a player who is going to give us another tall marking option, as well as flexibility, given he can play forward and back." After wearing jumper number 34 at GWS, Kris was allocated number 18 at Carlton and looked forward to wearing it into a senior match for the first time since Paul Bower's farewell appearance in 2012.
Jaksch suffered an early setback at his new club, however, when he was diagnosed with a stress fracture in the navicular bone of his left foot. Although surgery wasn't required, he was sidelined for ten weeks and couldn't take part in full-scale training until January, 2015. Only a few weeks later, he played his first game for the Blues in a pre-season round 1 NAB Cup Challenge match against the West Coast Eagles at Mandurah, Western Australia, before stepping back into the limelight for his senior debut against Richmond in front of 83,000 at the MCG on the opening night of the season.
Starting in defence against the Tigers, Kris was sent forward in the second quarter and kicked his first goal – a neat set shot from 40 metres, wide out on the boundary line. Richmond were relentless after that however, and dominated the second half to win by five goals. After the game, it was discovered that Jaksch had played most of the match with broken ribs – meaning that he could not play again for at least a month.
Meanwhile, Carlton embarked on a season that steadily deteriorated further into misery. As player after player went down with injury and the pressure on the coaching panel intensified, the Blues were hammered from all sides before eventually collecting the wooden spoon. Jaksch managed a total of six games over the season, and was one of a number of Blues who came under scrutiny after Mick Malthouse was sacked as senior coach.
When Brendon Bolton replaced Malthouse ahead of the 2016 season, Jaksch appeared well-placed to benefit, but that proved not to be the case – at least not in the short term. Although he stayed fit throughout the year and played some handy games at both ends of the ground for the Northern Blues, he couldn't earn a recall until July, when the struggling Blues hosted the West Coast Eagles in a round 17 match at the MCG.
Starting at centre half-forward, Jaksch was hardly sighted and gathered only a few possessions as Carlton lost an even contest by 7 points. He was omitted again the following week, and whilst retained on the list for 2017, failed to play another game. After 14 games across 5 seasons on lists, Jaksch' career was clearly at the crossroads, he would be delisted at the years end.
2018 - Jaksch would line up with VAFA club Old Carey, in 2019 whilst still playing at Old Carey Jaksch would nominate for the 2019 Mid-Season Rookie Draft in hope to rekindle his AFL career.
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For many consumers across the country, Feb. 14 is a special day to share with loved ones and friends. And for retailers, Valentine's Day is a huge opportunity to sweeten the day for shoppers and for their own cash drawers.
The week that includes Valentine's Day is ripe with promise for several categories, including fresh strawberries, baked goods, chocolate and wine, items often used to entice the feeling of love and harmony that may in floating in the air. Fresh strawberries sold in the perimeter of the store, for example, generated more than $52 million in sales last Valentine's Day.
Fresh strawberries sold in the perimeter of the store generated more than $52M in sales last Valentine's Day.
The bakery department is another hot spot for Valentine's Day friends and lovers, to no surprise, thanks to its sweet offerings. Items like dipped and covered treats, cookies and cupcakes are the most popular selling bakery items during the week in which Valentine's Day falls.
Last year, Valentine's Day candy generated $695 million—and chocolates helped. But chocolate isn't only sweet during Valentine's day. According to Nielsen Product Insider, chocolates sold throughout last year reached nearly $11 billion.
Whether Valentine's Day or any simply sweet occasion, chocolate dollars have started to increase among varieties that have better-for-you healthy ingredients. For example, sales of specialty chocolates containing cacao, an ingredient that some believe can improve heart health, have increased in dollars from 2016 by 26.3%. Additionally, chocolates with all natural, clean label and sustainable claims are also on the rise. In fact, 51% of specialty chocolate sales in 2017 came from products that are categorized as clean labeled. For chocolate candy manufacturers, knowing which attributes are diving sales growth can help plan to better satisfy consumers' sweet tooths.
Valentine's Day is a top-selling moment for wine across the U.S., as many consumers pick up a bottle to share with their loved one or friends during this special day. In fact, Valentine's Day is one of the top holidays for wine sales, ranking sixth in 2017, with $620 million dollars. While red wine remains a Valentine's Day favorite, Americans increased their spending on white wine in 2017 by about $3 million compared with their 2016 spending. They also ramped up their spending on rosé wine, which boasted total sales of $11.6 million last year, up from $7.2 million in 2016. Sparkling rosé sales also increased nearly 7% last year, with Valentine's Day sales totaling $5.5 million.


From late May to end July of 2016, India was struck by what till now is the worst cyber breach to compromise the country's payments network. Bank customers, including several foreign travellers, using as many as 3.2 million debit cards feared that their accounts had been hacked.
Weeks after the panic — by when thousands had lost money — it surfaced that hackers had penetrated the network of Hitachi to which some banks had outsourced their ATM transaction processing.
RBI sent out a flurry of dos and don'ts to banks, held meetings with payments companies such as VISA, MasterCard and National Payments Corporation of India; and Hitachi hired a Bengaluru-based payments security firm to carry out a forensic audit.
"What has happened is something of a very sophisticated nature and we have not seen this in our other investigations. I will not able to provide further specifics of Hitachi breach as SISA respects client confidentiality in forensic investigations… We have received a direction from National Security Coordinator, Government of India, to share this report only with Hitachi…" Dharshan Shanthamurthy, founder-CEO of SISA, the company which was hired by Hitachi for the forensic audit, told ET.
SISA has shared some learnings with government agencies. After repeated requests from NPCI, Hitachi is learnt to have shared the report with the national payments company.
There are four stages in the 'kill-chain' of a cyber breach: (1) how the malware gets in; (2) how it escalates within the system; (3) how data is taken out; (4) how effectively the hacker cleans the system it penetrates.
Besides the scale and extent of the compromise, what distinguishes the Hitachi breach compared with past attacks is the pace at which the malware travelled within the Hitachi network once it was inside. "The code was written in a way that it made sure the malware worked on the Hitachi system... it was virtually sitting on the administrator's laptop," said another person familiar with the investigation.
According to KK Mookhey, founder of Network Intelligence, which investigated the matter on behalf of one of the banks, the Hitachi breach, with its advanced and targeted nature, was a "watershed moment in the Indian cybersecurity space".
"Incident response is an area in which most Indian organisations have very nascent capabilities. This breach brought those gaps to light. It also served notice that attackers see Indian financial institutions as lucrative targets," he said.
While banks have focussed on protecting against malicious code (or malware), attackers are using spear-phishing to get valid usernames and passwords, and then use built-in capabilities of the operating systems like Windows to complete the hack.
"Trying to catch malware is a strategy doomed to failure. Banks have a lot of focus on guarding the perimeter (city walls). However, once somebody sneaks through, they cannot detect the 'privilege escalation' and 'lateral movement' phase of the attack (behind the city walls). I feel the Hitachi attack was highly targeted, with a specific goal in mind and also succeeded without any prior detection," said Sahir Hidayatullah, CEO of Smokescreen, which specialises in deception tactics to battle cyber crime.
It's a mistake to believe that such an attack is isolated to ATM processor environment and will not impact other verticals and establishments in the payments industry.
For businesses, the focus has to shift to 'detection' rather than 'prevention' as preventing the attacker getting an initial foothold is almost impossible. A malware has to be detected before the attacker succeeds at 'lateral movement' and 'privilege escalation', said Hidayatullah.
If an attack has been successful in one environment, it will most likely be used again and it is not necessary that it will happen in the same industry vertical.


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Asia 21 Nomination and Application Process
Established in 2006, the Asia 21 Young Leaders Initiative is the Asia-Pacific's foremost young leaders' network of diverse change-makers—under the age of 40—united by a shared commitment to making their communities and the world a better place. The Asia 21 network today is comprised of nearly 1,000 influential individuals from a wide variety of professions, representing over 40 countries and regions, who believe in values-based leadership and public service. Asia 21 provides a catalytic platform where young leaders form lasting relationships and enrich each other's endeavors through mutual learning and effective collaborations. Many of the Asia 21 Young Leaders are recognized as leading figures in politics, business, arts, media, and the non-profit sector.
Selected through a very competitive process, successful candidates for the new class would have demonstrated excellence in the field in which they are involved and committed to values-based leadership and public service.
To view previous classes of Asia 21 Young Leaders, click here.
To be eligible for the nomination and selection process of the Class of 2023, a candidate must be born on or after 1 January 1983
Be a proven leader in their field. Typically, this means at least 5-10 years of outstanding professional work experience and a clear indication of playing a substantial leadership role for the rest of his or her career
Has a recognized record of extraordinary achievement and a proven track record of substantial leadership experience
Has demonstrated a commitment to values-based leadership and public service
Be fluent in spoken and written English
Timeline for Nomination, Application & Selection
Nominations for the Class of 2023 will be open from January 27 - February 28, 2023
Applications for those nominated will be accepted from March 10 - May 10, 2023
Only selected applicants will be notified of their acceptance to the Class of 2023 by August 2023
* Please note that this timeline is subject to change
The Nomination Process and Selection Process
Only members of Asia 21 and Asia Society's global network may nominate candidates. Self-nominations are not accepted.
Once the nomination process is complete, the Asia Society will then reach out to the nominees, asking them to submit their application within the application period.
All applications will be reviewed by an in-house committee, which will narrow the list from hundreds down to 50-60 shortlisted candidates.
The shortlisted candidates will then be reviewed by a separate selection committee, which will determine the final 40-45 candidates.
The selected candidates will then be approved by an Honorary Selection Committee.
*Please note that ONLY successful candidates will be contacted regarding their selection to the Asia 21 Young Leaders network due to the large number of applications we receive.
What is Asia 21?
Established in 2006, the Asia 21 Young Leaders Initiative is the Asia-Pacific's foremost young leaders' network of diverse change-makers—under the age of 40—united by a shared commitment to making their communities and the world a better place. The Asia 21 network today is comprised of almost 1,000 influential individuals from a wide variety of professions, representing more than 40 countries and regions, who believe in values-based leadership and public service. Asia 21 provides a catalytic platform where young leaders form lasting relationships and enrich each other's endeavors through mutual learning and effective collaborations. Many of the Asia 21 Young Leaders are recognized as leading figures in politics, business, arts, media, and the non-profit sector.
How do I nominate someone?
All members of the Asia 21 network may nominate candidates by visiting the nomination website and following the instructions.
How many people can I nominate?
As many as you want.
Do nominees have to be from my home country?
No. You may nominate anyone who meets eligibility requirements. (See "eligibility requirements" below)
I do not know who nominated me! Can you tell me?
We do not share this information. Nominators are welcome to inform their nominees about their nomination, but we respect their decision if they choose not to.
An individual who is recognized for his or her extraordinary achievement, with a proven track record of substantial leadership experience. The Asia 21 network includes leaders from throughout the Asia Pacific, representing diverse sectors including academia, arts & culture, business, civil society, government, law, media, public health, science & technology, and more. Successful candidates have demonstrated excellence in the field in which they are involved as well as a commitment to values-based leadership and public service. To view past classes of Asia 21 Young Leaders, click here.
Do I have to be nominated in order to apply?
Yes, and kindly note that self-nominations are NO longer accepted.
Are there any eligibility requirements I should be aware of?
Yes. In order to be eligible, a candidate must:
Be 40 years old or younger at nomination;
Be a proven leader in their field. Typically, this means at least 5-10 years of outstanding professional work experience and a clear indication of playing a substantial leadership role for the rest of his or her career;
Has a recognized record of extraordinary achievement and a proven track record of substantial leadership experience;
Has demonstrated a commitment to values-based leadership and public service; and
What materials will I need to submit when applying?
Our application is fairly straightforward. In addition to basic personal and contact information, we will ask you to submit the following:
A brief personal bio;
A 'Statement of Interest' explaining why you are interested in becoming a Young Leader, how would you benefit from this network, and how would the network benefit from your participation; and
ONE letter of recommendation
Does my letter of recommendation have to come from the person who nominated me?
No. It can come from the nominator, but it does not have to.
Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation?
Successful candidates are leaders in their fields, so the best recommendations come from those who can vouch for this. Often this will mean that the recommender him or herself is a recognized leader in the same field.
May I submit more than one letter of recommendation as part of my application?
No. We will only review one letter for recommendation per candidate, so please choose your recommender carefully.
What is the deadline for letters of recommendation?
Letters of recommendation must be received before the application deadline. Letters of recommendation received after the application deadline will not be accepted. The applicant is responsible for ensuring that references receive the email soliciting a letter of recommendation and submitting their letters on time.
May recommenders write letters of recommendation in languages other than English?
Letters of recommendation must be written in English.
Is there a limit to the number of times I can apply for the initiative?
No, there is no limit. As long as you are nominated again, you may apply as many times as you wish. Please indicate the year of your previous application and the name of your nominator. This is a highly competitive initiative, and we have to turn down many qualified individuals each year, so applying again in the following years is encouraged!
How does the selection process work?
All applications will be reviewed by an in-house committee, which will narrow the list from hundreds to a final 50-60. These shortlisted candidates will then be reviewed by a separate selection committee, which will determine the final 40-45 candidates. The final 40 will then be approved by an Honorary Selection Committee.
Will you alert me if I am selected as a finalist, and if so, will I have to submit any additional documentation (aside from the application itself)?
We do not alert applicants of their status until the day the selection committee finalizes all decisions (see the timeline above for important dates). You will not be required to submit any additional documentation unless specifically requested by the Asia 21 team.
Does my nationality or area of work affect my chances of being chosen?
Applicants are chosen first and foremost on their merits, taking into account past accomplishments, current work, and capacity to collaborate on future projects. In selecting applicants, we look to uphold Asia 21's tradition of geographic, sectoral, and gender diversity, which we consider to be key to the initiative's overall success.
How many leaders are chosen?
Typically, the incoming class comprises 40 individuals, chosen from among hundreds of applicants, though these numbers are subject to change.
Selected Awardees
What types of responsibilities are incumbent upon those chosen to become Asia 21 Young Leaders?
Selection as an Asia 21 Young Leader is not simply a form of recognition for extraordinary work; it does come with significant responsibilities in the year following selection of the new class. Applicants are strongly encouraged to consider whether they can commit to the following responsibilities before applying, as their selection is contingent upon written acceptance of these commitments:
Attend the Annual Summit;
Participate in monthly teleconferences with your classmates in the time leading up to and following the Summit;
Agree to write three blog posts on relevant topics to be published on the Asia 21 Young Leaders News Blog;
Actively lead and engage in Asia 21 online activities and efforts to develop Asia 21 satellite programs in your home country; and
Continue to actively engage with the network on joint projects for years to come.
How long is the commitment for those accepted into Asia 21?
There is a year-long commitment to engage with your class of Young Leaders actively, including undertaking the responsibilities listed. However, we fully expect that you will continue to remain engaged with the network and with your fellow Young Leaders for years to come.
Is funding available to cover travel to the annual Asia 21 Summit?
Asia Society covers travel expenses for the incoming class of Asia 21 Young Leaders to attend the 2023 Asia 21 Young Leaders Summit. However, we ask those who are able to cover their own travel expenses to do so. For those alumni most in need, we have a limited fund for travel grants subject to funding.


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I Quinault sono un popolo amerindo che parlava una lingua Salish, originari dell'ovest dell'attuale stato diWashington (USA).

Attualmente la tribù vive, non lontano dall'oceano Pacifico, in una riserva a nord-ovest della Penisola Olimpica.

Lingua
La lingua quinault, apparteneva alla famiglia linguistica Salish, ramo Tsamosan, Maritime, ma si è estinta poco dopo il 1980, a causa di una deriva linguistica verso l'inglese.

Riserva

La riserve indiana "Quinault Indian Nation", si estende sulle contee di Grays Harbor e di Jefferson, e copre una superficie di 842 km², con circa 35 Km di costa pacifica, ed ospita una popolazione di 1370 abitanti (censimento 2000).

Il 70% della popolazione abita nella località di Taholah, vicino alla foce del fiume Quinault.

Questa riserva venne data loro in seguito alla firma di un trattato di pace, nel 1856.

Note

Voci correlate
 Lingua quinault

Altri progetti

Collegamenti esterni

Gruppi etnici nativi dell'America Settentrionale

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When all the pieces was cutted out, I made the four holes for the tubes first.
My idea was: if something went wrong with the holes, I could just saw out one more top plate and try again.
rulled up and then turned around inside the hole, now the holes is perfectly round.
Note how well the socket fit in the hole !
we dont want to see the edges of the wood, right. This was made in hand using sandpaper on the table.
carefully remove the tape again so it will not make marks on the wood.
Next day all edges was sanded to make them perfect fit, and varnisched two times.
first then soldered, the hole size was a perfect match.
The clock controller pcb was also mounted on a piece of wood, then glued into the case.
The transformer and powersupply pcb was mounted the same way.
Inside the case, see only a few wires needs to be soldered.
Completly done and working clock.
a different software version is used for 50 or 60 Hz input.
The Powersupply part, need a high and a low AC voltage input.
it is possible to make both voltages using 2 small cheap and easy to get transformators.
The UP/DIMM button changes the 4 dim levels when clock is in normal RUN MODE.
The SET/RUN mode button enter SET MODE when pressed first time, sec is blanked during set mode.
the HR lights up, MIN is dimmed for easy indication that it is HR that is adjusted.
One more click on the SET/RUN button, changes to MIN, now HR dimmed.
When pressing SET/RUN the last time, the clock starts to run..