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US to send additional $150 million to Palestine
This is extremely disturbing and needs to be spread all over the net.
From palestinenote.com:
Washington – US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told the press on Wednesday that the US would be sending an additional $150 million in direct aid to the Palestinian Authority.
Yea, I know where I found this story, but sometimes it is better to get it from the "horses mouth"!
Technorati Tags: terrorism, muslim, Palestinian Authority, tax payer dollars, Hilliary Clinton, State Department, Jews, Isreal, news, politics
Posted on November 15, 2010 November 15, 2010 by susanbonnerPosted in 911, Congress, Democrats, Economy, Government Spending, History, Iran, Islam, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Legislation, Middle East Blogs, News, Palestine, Taxes, Terrorist Attacks, The Left, The Middle East, The War on Terror, U.S. News and Politics, World News & PoliticsLeave a comment
Netanyahu Condemns U.N. for Allowing Ahmadinejad to Deliver Address
Good for him. I wish our elected cockroaches would follow his lead. But they won't.
From Fox News:
Holding aloft evidence of Hitler's Final Solution, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday railed against Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad for his denial of the Holocaust and scolded the United Nations for allowing Ahmadinejad to speak during its opening session of the 64th U.N. General Assembly.
With detailed reminders in hand of the war that sent 6 million Jews to their deaths in concentration camps, including construction blueprints for Auschwitz, Netanyahu took his turn at the dais to recall the agreement within the world body to create the Jewish state and express astonishment at what he witnessed a day earlier in that organization's great hall.
He commended those who boycotted Ahmadinejad's speech, but condemned those who allowed it.
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Posted on September 24, 2009 September 24, 2009 by susanbonnerPosted in 2008 Elections, Democrats, Europe, Iran, Islam, Israel, Lebanon, memorials, Middle East Blogs, News, Palestine, Terrorist Attacks, The Left, The Media, The Middle East, The War on Terror, U.S. History, U.S. News and Politics, United Nations, World News & PoliticsLeave a comment
Iran Awaits Ayatollah's Nod to Build Atomic Bomb
Now, while the Lame Stream Media and the rest of the world "speculates", I will let my learned readers "decide". After, I have asked the following questions: How do we know they do not already have such a weapon? Just because the media and the powers that be around the world say so? And, what great plan does the "world" have for stopping them if they do?
From the Times of London:
Iran has perfected the technology to create and detonate a nuclear warhead and is merely awaiting the word from its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, to produce its first bomb, Western intelligence sources have told The Times of London.
The sources said that Iran completed a research programme to create weaponised uranium in the summer of 2003 and that it could feasibly make a bomb within a year of an order from its Supreme Leader.
A U.S. National Intelligence Estimate two years ago concluded that Iran had ended its nuclear arms research programme in 2003 because of the threat from the American invasion of Iraq. But intelligence sources have told The Times that Tehran had halted the research because it had achieved its aim — to find a way of detonating a warhead that could be launched on its long-range Shehab-3 missiles.
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Posted on August 2, 2009 August 2, 2009 by susanbonnerPosted in Egypt, Europe, Iran, Iraq, Islam, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Middle East Blogs, News, Pakistan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Terrorist Attacks, The Middle East, The War on Terror, United Arab EmiratesLeave a comment
Report: Israel Plans to Deport Cynthia McKinney After Seizing Her Gaza-Bound Boat
Cynthia McKinney the craziest United States House of Representative and ex-presidential candidate in the history of the world. But, she is the gift that keeps on giving to this humble blog.
Israel plans to deport former U.S. lawmaker and Green Party presidential candidate Cynthia McKinney and 20 other human rights activists who were aboard a relief boat seized by an Israeli naval ship Tuesday after it refused to stay away from an Israeli blockade of Gaza.
Authorities took the activists to Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv where they await deportation, according to a news report in Israel.
McKinney, a longtime advocate for Palestinians, said her Greek-flagged boat, the Spirit of Humanity, was carrying medical supplies, cement, olive trees and children's toys to Gaza when it was intercepted by the Israeli navy.
The Free Gaza Movement organized the trip for the activists who hail from different countries, including Ireland, Britain and Bahrain.
We all live in a yellow submarine, yellow submarine, yellow submarine. We all live in a yellow submarine.
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Posted on July 1, 2009 July 1, 2009 by susanbonnerPosted in Congress, Democrats, Elections, Islam, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Middle East Blogs, News, Palestine, Presidential Nominees, Terrorist Attacks, The Left, The Middle East, The War on Terror, U.S. News and Politics, White House, World News & PoliticsLeave a comment
Bible buzz begins as Ark hunters wait to view Ten Commandments box
We're watching the History Channel this early afternoon, Mountain time and they are doing a special about the Seven Signs of the Apocalypse and then I find this article. ooooo, spooky.
Ark hunters and Bible enthusiasts are buzzing about a report that the Ark of the Covenant, the ancient container that holds the Ten Commandments, is expected to be unveiled in Rome today.
As WND reported, the patriarch of the Orthodox Church of Ethiopia says he will announce to the world the unveiling of the Ark, which he says has been hidden away in a church in his country for millennia, according to the Italian news agency Adnkronos.
Abuna Pauolos, in Italy for a meeting with Pope Benedict XVI this week, told the news agency, "Soon the world will be able to admire the Ark of the Covenant described in the Bible as the container of the tablets of the law that God delivered to Moses and the center of searches and studies for centuries."
Can it be true? We will have to wait and see. For those who believe the end is near, this will be huge. I wonder how the Israelis will react? I mean this discovery could really change the world. Think about all the people that do not believe in God, how would they explain this away? And what would the Muslim world do about this revelation? Ah, we really do live in interesting times. Hey, isn't that a Chinese Curse!
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Posted on June 27, 2009 June 27, 2009 by susanbonnerPosted in China, Egypt, Entertainment, Europe, Gun Politics, History, Hollywood, Islam, Israel, Middle East Blogs, News, Palestine, Spirituality, The Middle East, The War on Christianity!, World News & PoliticsLeave a comment
Israeli ground forces enter Gaza in escalation
I don't know how this is going to turn out…
From The Washington Times:
Israeli tanks and infantry entered Gaza after nightfall Saturday, launching a ground offensive that the military said would be a "lengthy operation" in a widening war on Gaza's Hamas rulers.
Heavy gun battles were reported as troops crossed the border into Gaza. Local TV networks broadcast images of troops marching into Gaza after dark.
"We have many many targets," Maj. Avital Leibovich told CNN. "To my estimation, it will be a lengthy operation." She said the goal of the operation was to take over the areas used by militants to launch rockets against Israel.
"The civilians are not our target, only militants, Hamas militants," she said.
To prove their statement…
Also from The Washington Times:
With its tanks and troops poised for days at the Gaza frontier, Israel signaled Friday – by allowing hundreds of Palestinians with foreign passports to escape the coastal strip – that it might give the go-ahead for a ground invasion of the embattled Arab territory.
Among those allowed to leave were 27 U.S. citizens and members of their families whom the State Department said it helped get out of Gaza and would send to Jordan. The department said it stood ready to help others flee the Israeli bombardment.
All I know is This time Israel had better be successful, they cannot suffer another defeat after Lebanon. That said, how long do you think we would put up with a neighboring country's terrorists launching rockets in to the U.S.?
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Posted on January 3, 2009 by Brian BonnerPosted in Israel, Palestine, Terrorist Attacks1 Comment
Hamas overruns rival Fatah's key posts
The peace loving Islamic Palestinians are at it again…
From the AP:
Hamas fighters overran two of the rival
Fatah movement's most important security command centers in the
Gaza Strip on Thursday, and witnesses said the victors dragged vanquished gunmen into the street and shot them to death execution-style.
Hamas also seized control of Rafah in the south, Gaza's third-largest city, according to witnesses and security officials. It was the second main Gaza city to fall to the militants, who captured nearby Khan Younis on Wednesday.
Hamas captured the Preventive Security headquarters and the intelligence services building n Gaza City, major advances in the Islamic group's attempts to take over Gaza.
After the rout at the security headquarters, some of the Hamas fighters kneeled outside, touching their foreheads to the ground in prayer. Others led Fatah gunmen out of the building, some shirtless or in their underwear, holding their arms in the air. Several of the Fatah men flinched as the crack of gunfire split the air.
A witness, who identified himself only as Amjad, said men were killed as their wives and children watched.
"They are executing them one by one," said Amjad, who lives in a building that overlooks the Preventive Security complex. "They are carrying one of them on their shoulders, putting him on a sand dune, turning him around and shooting," he said by telephone.[snip]
"We are telling our people that the past era has ended and will not return," Islam Shahawan, a spokesman for Hamas' militia, told Hamas radio. "The era of justice and Islamic rule have arrived."
Sami Abu Zuhri, a Hamas spokesman, heralded what he called "Gaza's second liberation," after
Israel's 2005 evacuation of the coastal strip.
Gee, it appears their independence from the Israeli occupiers was not enough after all, huh? I keep telling people that these people want to wipe Israel of the map, nothing else will do. They are being armed by Iran and we know where Abadabadoodoo believes. They, Hamas and their followers, do not want a democratic elected government, they want Islamic rule. Now we have Iran arming and controlling Hamas and Hezbollah. They are also training and arming terrorists that go to Iraq and now Afghanistan. Yes, the Shiites and Sunnis are working together for their common goal of an Islamic Empire.
Posted on June 14, 2007 June 14, 2007 by Brian BonnerPosted in Iran, Islam, News, Palestine, World News & PoliticsLeave a comment


Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has secured funding from the European Social Fund and Department for the Economy to continue delivery of the ASPIRE Employability Programme across the district for the next four years.
The local employability Initiative which is delivered in partnership with the Western Health and Social Care Trust, Education Authority (Western Region) and delivery partner Fermanagh Rural Community Initiative, will continue to support people who are unemployed or working less than 16 hours a week to get back into employment or retrain for a job in a new industry. The programme adopts a person-centred approach providing assistance in facilitating work placements, short courses, qualifications, health and well-being support, CV development, support with application forms and interviews; and much more – a programme that's focused on the individual and is delivered in a supportive and friendly environment.
For further information please contact ASPIRE Omagh on 028 82246535 or the team in Enniskillen on 028 6632 6478. Or alternatively, you can like us on Facebook.
The ASPIRE Project is part-funded by the European Social Fund and Department for the Economy.


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Slots From High 5 Games Approved By Danish Gambling Authority
Cameri Ross
Online casino games developer High 5 Games has several of its slot games approved by the Danish Gambling Authority.
Earlier in march Denmark announced a new code of conduct for the gambling industry to ensure better standards of consumer protection.
The company is eyeing the expanding Danish market and considers the development as a strategic advancement which would now make its games available to the locals.
Currently the top titles from the company including, Way Out Wilds, Silver Enchantress, Joker's Riches, Secrets of Forest and Double Da Vinci Diamonds, will be launched with more certified games to follow.
Earlier the New York-based developer secured licenses to operate in Sweden where it has already partnered with the state-owned gambling operator Svenska Spel, Kindred Group, LeoVegas, and Mr. Green.
Anthony Singer, CEO, and founder of High 5 Games said: "We're delighted to have been given the seal of approval by Danish Gambling Authority. Obtaining these certifications will help us to further establish High 5 Games in Scandinavia where our games are already proving a hit in Sweden.
"The company's long-term aim is to have a presence in as many territories all over the world. We're going to build on our recent momentum and continue to look for further opportunities in the coming months."
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This Overwatch Wrecking 6 Inch Pop! Vinyl Figure measures about 6 inches tall and comes packaged in a window display box, please note images shown are artwork and final product produced may vary. This is perfect for any Funko fan or fan of Overwatch.


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I'm so honored to be invited by Fremont Main Library to share NursElet story, this amazing entrepreneurship experience which I learn every day.
This event is open to all and it's a FREE event. No tickets are required.
Location and timing is as under. Mark your calendar.
I will try my best to share all the things I learnt along the way to successfully launch e-commerce business.
I would bring notepad and pen. Ready to get inspired! See you then.
Laundry might be for another day. Today is reading day with kids.
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/** @noinspection ReturnTypeCanBeDeclaredInspection */
/** @noinspection AccessModifierPresentedInspection */

namespace Czim\JsonApi\Test\Support\Validation;

use Czim\JsonApi\Enums\SchemaType;
use Czim\JsonApi\Support\Validation\JsonApiValidator;
use Czim\JsonApi\Test\TestCase;
use Illuminate\Support\MessageBag;

class JsonApiValidatorTest extends TestCase
{

    /**
     * @test
     */
    function it_validates_create_json_api_data()
    {
        $validator = new JsonApiValidator;

        // Valid data
        static::assertTrue($validator->validateSchema($this->getValidCreateData(), SchemaType::CREATE));

        $errors = $validator->getErrors();
        static::assertInstanceOf(MessageBag::class, $errors);
        static::assertTrue($errors->isEmpty());

        // Invalid data
        static::assertFalse($validator->validateSchema($this->getInvalidCreateData(), SchemaType::CREATE));

        $errors = $validator->getErrors();
        static::assertInstanceOf(MessageBag::class, $errors);
        static::assertFalse($errors->isEmpty());
    }

    /**
     * @test
     */
    function it_validates_create_json_api_data_with_empty_attributes()
    {
        $validator = new JsonApiValidator;

        // Valid data
        static::assertTrue($validator->validateSchema($this->getValidCreateDataWithEmptyAttributes(), SchemaType::CREATE));

        $errors = $validator->getErrors();
        static::assertInstanceOf(MessageBag::class, $errors);
        static::assertTrue($errors->isEmpty());
    }

    /**
     * @test
     */
    function it_validates_normal_request_json_api_data()
    {
        $validator = new JsonApiValidator;

        // Valid data
        static::assertTrue($validator->validateSchema($this->getValidRequestData()));

        $errors = $validator->getErrors();
        static::assertInstanceOf(MessageBag::class, $errors);
        static::assertTrue($errors->isEmpty());

        // Invalid data
        static::assertFalse($validator->validateSchema($this->getInvalidRequestData()));

        $errors = $validator->getErrors();
        static::assertInstanceOf(MessageBag::class, $errors);
        static::assertFalse($errors->isEmpty());
    }

    /**
     * @test
     */
    function it_returns_empty_message_bag_for_errors_before_validation()
    {
        $validator = new JsonApiValidator;

        $errors = $validator->getErrors();

        static::assertInstanceOf(MessageBag::class, $errors);
        static::assertTrue($errors->isEmpty());
    }

    /**
     * @return array
     */
    protected function getValidCreateData()
    {
        return json_decode('{
                "data": {
                    "type": "photos",
                    "attributes": {
                        "title": "Ember Hamster",
                        "src": "http://example.com/images/productivity.png"
                    },
                    "relationships": {
                        "photographer": {
                            "data": { "type": "people", "id": "9" }
                        }
                    }
                }
            }');
    }

    /**
     * @return array
     */
    protected function getValidCreateDataWithEmptyAttributes()
    {
        return json_decode('{
                "data": {
                    "type": "photos",
                    "attributes": {
                    },
                    "relationships": {
                        "photographer": {
                            "data": { "type": "people", "id": "9" }
                        }
                    }
                }
            }');
    }

    /**
     * @return array
     */
    protected function getInvalidCreateData()
    {
        return json_decode('{
                "data": {
                    "type": 3425,
                    "relationships": "test"
                }
            }');
    }

    /**
     * @return array
     */
    protected function getValidRequestData()
    {
        return json_decode('{
                "data": {
                    "id": "324",
                    "type": "photos",
                    "attributes": {
                        "title": "Ember Hamster",
                        "src": "http://example.com/images/productivity.png"
                    },
                    "relationships": {
                        "photographer": {
                            "data": { "type": "people", "id": "9" }
                        }
                    }
                }
            }');
    }

    /**
     * @return array
     */
    protected function getInvalidRequestData()
    {
        return $this->getValidCreateData();
    }

}

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I love having performances on my calendar...it energizes practice with a clear goal and motivates me to make strong decisions about interpretation and stage movements. My days acquire an undercurrent of excitement as the day of each performance gets closer. And February is going to be a busy month! My fellow students in Professor Eberle's studio and I are performing on concerts on February 8 and 17, I have a solo recital on February 16, and I am performing as part of the University of Iowa's "A Little Lunch Music" series on February 22. Add to that a few more summer program auditions and a full schedule of coachings for La clemenza di Tito, and I will be singing quite a bit! Detailed concert information for all of these events is available on my home page.


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Trump Slams "Stubborn Child" Powell: Market Would Be "Thousands Of Points Higher" But Fed "Blew It"
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Having confirmed his view over the weekend that he has the power to demote Fed Chair Jay Powell, President Trump has taken to Twitter this morning to explain his thoughts as to how the central bank - more specifically Powell - has hurt the economy and market (and implicitly his election chances).
Trump started by claiming that the "Federal Reserve that doesn't know what it is doing" citing the following as why they are clueless: "raised rates far to fast (very low inflation, other parts of world slowing, lowering & easing) & did large scale tightening, $50 Billion/month"but noting that despite all that "we are on course to have one of the best Months of June in U.S. history." This will be the best June since 1995 if these gains hold until the G-20.
Despite a Federal Reserve that doesn't know what it is doing - raised rates far to fast (very low inflation, other parts of world slowing, lowering & easing) & did large scale tightening, $50 Billion/month, we are on course to have one of the best Months of June in U.S. history..— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 24, 2019
And then he forecasts what could have been if "the Fed had gotten it right"... "Thousands of points higher on the Dow, and GDP in the 4's or even 5's."
Trump then gets personal: "Now they stick, like a stubborn child, when we need rates cuts, & easing, to make up for what other countries are doing against us. Blew it!"
....Think of what it could have been if the Fed had gotten it right. Thousands of points higher on the Dow, and GDP in the 4's or even 5's. Now they stick, like a stubborn child, when we need rates cuts, & easing, to make up for what other countries are doing against us. Blew it!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 24, 2019
With stocks at record highs and market expectations for Fed dovishness at record highs, Trump is right on one thing, if Powell doesn't do as the market wants, there will be carnage.
Source: zerohedge.com
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Benjamin Fulford: Khazarian mafia's Satanic summer solstice Iran sacrifice backfires big time - June 24, 2019
By Benjamin Fulford
The latest attempt by Khazarian Satanists to trigger World War III in Iran has backfired spectacularly. What happened was that U.S. President Donald Trump, following the orders of Satanic Chabad pseudo-Jews, ordered a massive attack on Iran on June 21st, a day of Satanic summer solstice fire sacrifice, but the U.S. military refused to obey him. In the end, the only fire sacrifice came in the form of huge explosions at a Philadelphia oil refinery that took place at the same time the Iran attack was supposed to have happened.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Api_MNgAksQ&feature=youtu.be
This came about as Iran shot down a U.S. drone entering its airspace, while deliberately not shooting down a manned U.S. airplane that accompanied it. To save face, Trump's Khazarian puppet masters issued laughable news reports saying they had hit Iran with a "retaliatory digital strike." What they should have said was a "retaliatory fake news strike."
Iran has actually been ve…
Benjamin Fulford : China poised to seize Daimler Benz, Deutsche Bank as German 4th Reich collapses - April 22, 2019
Germany and its EU 4th Reich regime are under siege and facing collapse due to a massive debt load and popular resistance in occupied states like France and Italy. As a result, Germany may be forced to sell its crown jewels—the Daimler Benz Corporation and Deutsche Bank—to the Chinese, according to Japanese military intelligence and other sources.
The sacrificial burning of Notre Dame Cathedral to Molech (Ba'al, Set, Satan) was a desperate attempt by superstitious EU Khazarian satanists to somehow reverse their fortunes, P2 Freemason sources say.
It's difficult for normal people to understand the superstitious mindset of these satanists, but essentially they seem to think they are in a battle against a goddess. That is why they chose to burn "Notre Dame" or "Our Lady," because this refers to Mary. Mary, of course, is the Christian name for the Goddess Isis, who raised an infant until he could defeat Set or Satan. It is for this same superstitious reason that these satanists created a…
Benjamin Fulford: Anglo alliance cemented by Trump UK visit will lead to reversal of post-9/11 fascist trend - June 10, 2019
The visit by U.S. President Donald Trump to the UK last week has healed rifts in the Anglo alliance and will make sure the post-9/11 fascist coup in the West will be reversed, according to Pentagon and British royal family sources. "The visit to Great Britain was very much about the entente cordiale in the Anglo-America axis and all of the ongoing issues of which you are already aware. Brexit is a very big deal. I would say that the trip was a success and the bonds between both countries are now stronger," was how a British royal summed it up.
This means there is a split between the Anglo-Americans and the European fascist Nazi aristocrats behind the Bilderberg Group. A semi-official report from a Bilderberg participant confirms that there is a major split between the German-led EU faction and the Anglos, as well as the Italians.
http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/what-was-discussed-at-the-bilderberg-meetings-analysis-144045
Sources in French Intelligence, meanwhile,…
Benjamin Fulford: Bank of Japan to be nationalized as new era starts - May 6, 2019
Note: Last Friday, May 3, 2019, I had an interesting discussion with Sean Stone.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sean_Stone
It can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMZxu7GgaAE&t=502s&frags=pl%2Cwn
Now that Japan has a new Emperor, the Bank of Japan will be nationalized and Japan will be liberated from the Khazarian mafia, according to Japanese right-wing sources close to the Emperor. This move will force the Washington, D.C. political establishment into Chapter 11 bankruptcy and pave the way for the restoration of the Republic of the United States of America, Pentagon sources say. The liberation of Japan will be a decisive victory for humanity in the ongoing, undeclared, secret battle for the planet Earth, Asian secret society and CIA sources agree.
To understand how important this is, let's start by looking at why the Washington, D.C. establishment and its Khazarian Zionist masters are mathematically doomed.
The breakdown of trade negotiations last week between Chi…
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June 24, 2021Ethnic Wear for Kids
Trendy Ethnic Wear for Your Little Stars
Dressing up kids in traditional outfits is a difficult task. Traditional dresses are not only made of heavy materials, but they are heavily embellished as well. These materials and embellishments may be uncomfortable for kids. Though most kids dress casually, there are occasions when traditional clothing is required. When it comes to ethnic wear, there are numerous and trending options for children. Also, gently embellished ethnic dresses are available.
Indian Ethnic Wear for Girls
When it comes to girl fashion, they are simply outstanding. This means that they are completely obsessed with fashion, clothing, and accessories. Moms are moreover preferred comfortable and trendy fashionable outfits for their baby girl!
When it comes to Indian functions like weddings, festivals, girls have no other option than to wear a lehenga choli. Let's look into different varieties of lehenga choli outfits.
Indian Peplum style lehenga choli dress for girls is the cutest outfit in ethnic wear. Peplum tops are very popular these days, and they represent fashion, style, and elegance to the public. The peplum top is quite comfortable for girls due to its cuts.
When children wear a simple and classic lehanga choli, they appear elegant. The lightweight materials and embellishments used in these ethnic costumes make kids super comfy.
If you prefer a blend of classic and fashionable outfits, there are sleeveless tops, flutter sleeve tops, heavily bedded tops, halter-neck bow tops, and floating skirts available in the market.
Indian Ethnic Wear for Boys
This makes it more difficult for mothers to prepare their sons for the functions, especially Indian clothing. So, if you're looking for the best traditional outfit for your baby boy, here are some of the best options.
Boys can wear kurta pajamas, kurta suits, waistcoat suits, sherwani suits, Nehru jackets, jackets, Indo-western outfits for Indian functions. Our Indian ethnic dress is symbolized by the waistcoat. Make a loud impression at the wedding by outfitting your baby boy in this trendy waistcoat.
Indo-Western clothes, also known as fusion wear, are a form of a mix of Indian and western attire that is popular these days. Boys' Indo-western apparel is available in a wide range of styles. Some styles include asymmetric Indo western outfits, Indo-western kurta with dhoti and Indo western cowl kurta.
Sherwani is mostly wedding-related apparel. Boys' sherwanis come in a variety of patterns, colors, styles, designs, and fabrics. The sherwani, on the other hand, retains its uniqueness despite changing fashion trends.
We have a wide range of ethnic wear for boys, including kurta-dhoti sets, kurta-pant sets, jacket-dhoti sets (in overlapped long jacket, overlapped short jacket, sleeveless jackets, overlapped uneven jackets).
Li&Li Couture, the leading kids clothing store in India provides the trending and unique collection of ethnic wears suited for weddings, festivals, parties, and birthday celebrations. These outfits are available in a variety of fabrics, colors, patterns, printed, and hand-embroidered embellishments. All of our garments have a soft cotton lining on the inside, which makes the kids more comfortable.
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1000-lb Sisters: How Much Amy Really Earn From TLC Show? What Is Amy Slaton's Net Worth?
By Phoebe May 15, 2021
It hasn't even been two years since the 1000 Lb Sisters appeared on TV, and they've already become super famous. Tammy and Amy Slaton are now like any other TLC star and have a massive fanbase. Well, their journeys have been quite inspiring, especially that of the younger sister, Amy. As of today, she has achieved almost everything she ever desired in life. And it all starts and ends with her adorable little one, Gage Halterman. Ever since she became a mom, Amy has found new meaning in life and is still working hard to improve her health. In fact, she continues to lose more and more weight even after her weight loss surgery in the previous seasons.
Well, the third season of their popular show has been confirmed. Hence, a lot of fans were curious to know more about how Amy earns her living alongside her net worth. Therefore, here are all the details that you might want to know about the fan-favorite celebrity.
1000 Lb Sisters: What Does Amy Slaton Do For A Living?
For those who don't know, it wasn't the TLC show where the Slatons sisters rose to fame. They were popular even before that because of their YouTube channel. In fact, one of their videos went viral and caught a lot of attention. This was when the TV network recognized their potential and gave them a platform to share their story. Hence, Tammy and Amy started their weight loss journey on television with Season 1 of 1000 Lb Sisters. Well, once their debut turned out to be a hit, TLC was quick to renew it for a second run. To their surprise, the second one ran even better, and since then, the sisters have a massive fan-following.
Hence, they are currently filming for a third one, which will soon hit the screens. As of now, the TLC show seems to be their main source of earning. Well, reports say that the network pays the sisters around $1000 per episode
. On the other hand, the YouTube channel that Amy Slaton Halterman runs has around 450K subscribers. In fact, in all the years it has been running, the channel has gathered a total of 47 million views. Thereby, it's likely that the YouTube channel would have contributed at least $150,000 from advertisement and paid promotions in her net worth.
Aside from the major sources, the popular reality TV personality might also be getting some bucks from their social media profiles. Well, both Amy and Tammy have major followings on social media. The 33-year-old mom is also doing good business through Cameo these days. Overall, Amy Slaton Halterman has several sources to earn her living.
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1000 Lb Sisters: What Is The Net Worth Of Amy Slaton?
Amy is now living a successful life. She has a beautiful happy little family with her husband Michael Halterman and baby boy Gage. Moreover, she's also earning pretty well and supporting herself and her family. In fact, after all the hard work, she has recently bought a house of her own. The family will soon be moving into their new home. Amid all these changes, fans were curious to know how much the net worth of this young celebrity is. Well, as per reports, Amy Slaton's net worth lies somewhere around $385,000. However, it will soon increase when she's done with 1000 Lb Sisters Season 3. We will update this section accordingly. Until then, stay tuned to TV Season Spoilers for more updates.


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Why Do We Love Storytelling on Stage?
Portlanders are flocking to live storytelling events, with five local organizations offering them up. This month, RISK! comes to town to vie with the homegrown options for your confessional throw-downs. So what's to gain from public humiliation?
By Rene Bermudez 3/26/2015 at 11:00am
Arthur Bradford tells his story at Back Fence PDX. (Photo credit: Jennie Baker Photography)
Live storytelling—where people recount their most embarrassing or significant life moments under a hot spotlight—is enjoying a boom. Portlanders' hunger for truth and confession supports no fewer than five live local storytelling organizations and, this month, RISK! adds New York sketch comic Kevin Allison's extreme, often sexually-infused, take on truth-telling to the mix.
These events take the gleeful quirkiness of niche specialization—arguably the backbone of zeitgeist-defining media like Twitter, Netflix, and YouTube—and circuit it through more traditional art-forms like theatre, stand-up comedy, improv, and radio. No big data required; storytelling mines the lives of normal people and is fueled by the human urge to connect through face-to-face rituals.
"It's a cathartic experience for the audience members because it's funny, its relatable, it's crazy, it's heartbreaking." says Susan Danehy, producer of the Portland chapter of Mortified, where adults share their childhood writings and art as their storytelling tools. "There are a lot of different reasons people relate to it, not just for the funny but for the feelings."
Sheer audience hunger has made true storytelling powerhouse The Moth one of the most popular podcasts in the world and sustained a growing rainbow of subgenera: Locally-grown Back Fence PDX invented a new sub-genre called "Russian Roulette" which specializes in quick, improv-heavy authenticity, as well as regular nights of longer format stories; The Moth Mainstage PDX is a bit more crafted, but less immediate; Mortified mines the journals of adolescents and, thus, specializes in sweaty-palmed hilarity; and RISK! aggressively pursues stories so extreme that they can't be told anywhere else.
Allison, creator and host of RISK!, began his true storytelling career terrified that audiences wouldn't "get" him: "I am a lot of odd things that I think Hollywood won't get: a little too gay, and yet too Midwestern. But I found that it was such a relief to be able to speak right into the eyes of listeners, and actually kind of converse--it's a very conversational art form."
It's not just for professional performers like Allison either. Anyone can pitch a story to live storytelling events and, if chosen, she will receive help with shaping and perfecting it—plus access to a ready-made audience. Anything goes, from "Here's how my gambling addiction almost ruined my life" to "That time my sister grew a tail…"
Leather Storrs, a local writer and radio host, told a live audience at Back Fence PDX about his experience of crabs, contracted on the night he lost his virginity and later diagnosed by a dermatologist who just happened to be his mother. He won that night's Russian Roulette contest. "There's a gladiatorial vibe to it," says Storrs, who has had more than one onstage foray into storytelling. "It's a little more visceral than a lot of the communal sharing we do these days."
Collaboration is built in to live storytelling, but it's not just between performer and audience; producers leave a big thumbprint. Danehy recently produced a piece by local storyteller and comedian Shelley McLendon about, in Danehy's words, "an epically atrocious poem" McLendon wrote when she was 19, which dove to the depths of adolescent fantasies about romance.
"When I sent it to Susan," McLendon recalls, "I actually didn't think it was very interesting, but Susan called me after she read it and left me a voicemail. The entire voicemail was her struggling to speak because she was laughing so hard." She adds, wryly, "I was a really late bloomer."
Shelley McLendon and Wendi McLendon-Covey at Back Fence PDX from Back Fence PDX on Vimeo.
Simply put, going through an emotional sprint like this brings people together and helps performers create narratives about difficult episodes in their past that they can be proud of. "I think it's healing," Danehy told me. "I'm a therapist and I wish my clients could get on stage and do this."
RISK! will be performed for a sold out audience at Mississippi Studios on Sunday, March 29th. Tickets for a storytelling workshop taught by Kevin Allison are still available, to be held at 3pm on the same day as the show. More information at mississippistudios.com
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Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame winners announced
Seven doctors, nurses, professors and philanthropists were honored with annual award
Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame winners announced Seven doctors, nurses, professors and philanthropists were honored with annual award Check out this story on jacksonsun.com: https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/health/2018/05/03/tennessee-health-care-hall-fame-winners-announced/570757002/
Sandy Mazza, USA TODAY NETWORK - Tennessee Published 12:00 p.m. CT May 3, 2018 | Updated 10:38 a.m. CT May 4, 2018
Dr. John Henry Hale(Photo: Submitted)
John Henry and Millie Hale, who turned their home into a medical clinic for African Americans turned away from whites-only hospitals in the early 1900s, are among seven Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame honorees announced Thursday.
The fourth annual awards class included doctors, nurses, professors and philanthropists who "made significant and lasting contributions to the health and health care industries."
Community role models and people who demonstrated high ethical conduct were prioritized for the honor, created by Belmont University, the McWhorter Society and the Nashville Health Care Council.
Millie Hale (Photo: Submitted)
"With individuals from all across Tennessee who have made a significant impact on their communities through their work as leaders, politicians, practitioners, scientists, philanthropists and innovators, the Hall of Fame is honored to induct such a deserving group of health care heroes," said President of the Nashville Health Care Council Hayley Hovious.
Healthcare leaders across the state chose the winners from a pool of 40 nominees.
Monroe Carell, Jr.: A prominent philanthropist whose name precedes the Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, he was a businessman and CEO of Central Parking Corp.
Carol Etherington: Director of the victim Intervention program at Nashville Police Department, chair of the Metro Nashville Board of Health, and mentor for Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health students.
Dr. John Henry Hale & Millie Hale: Turned their home into a medical clinic for African Americans who were rejected from whites-only hospitals in 1916. She created a training center for nurses across the South, and he was professor of clinical medicine and surgery at Meharry Medical College.
Dr. Lynn Massingale: Founded and chairs TeamHealth physician support service and served as EMS Medical Director of Tennessee. He was named a "Hero of Emergency Medicine" by the American College of Emergency Physicians and awarded Ernst & Young "Entrepreneur of the Year" award.
Dr. William Schaffner: Professor and chair at Vanderbilt University's department of preventive medicine for 31 years, he is the longest-serving member of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's advisory committee on immunization practices. He is also the past president and current medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Disease.
Dr. Matthew Walker, Sr.: Founded the Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center, Inc., and was a longtime Meharry Medical College professor credited with training half of the African Americans in the U.S. at the time of his death. He was one of the first African Americans voted into the Nashville Academy of Medicine.
The seven honorees will be inducted at a ceremony in October.
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Q: Source and test source in same project using Tycho I have a question about Tycho packaging types and project structure. I currently have a project that has both source and test source directories following typical Maven convention, which is built using package type 'eclipse-plugin'. This results in tests not being run in the maven build. The most common solution I can find is to separate the test source to a project/bundle of its own and build that via 'eclipse-test-plugin'. My question: What are the drawbacks of keeping the Maven convention and just building the whole project as eclipse-test-plugin instead?
According to http://wiki.eclipse.org/Tycho/Packaging_Types:
"Tycho introduces new eclipse-test-plugin packaging type to represent such projects. Build behavior is like regular Eclipse plugins, but these are treated specially at test-time."
This makes me believe that there are actually no drawbacks apart from the resulting bundle possibly depending on bundles that are only required for the test source. However, this is also the case for building via 'eclipse-plugin' (without splitting). Is it safe to say that changing packaging type to 'eclipse-test-plugin' in this case only results in tests being run in the maven build with no other side-effects?

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(...) there are actually no drawbacks apart from the resulting bundle possibly depending on bundles that are only required for the test source.

This is the main reason why there are separate eclipse-test-plugin modules for tests in Tycho.
There are no scopes in the OSGi manifest, so the test dependencies would pollute the dependencies of your productive bundle. When you then install your bundle into Eclipse or an RCP, it may pull in test bundles that your productive code doesn't actually need. For most users, this is enough reason to split their code into a productive and a test bundle.
Another potential reason for separating the tests is when you want to explicitly test via the OSGi API of your productive bundle. In this case, you would not use a fragment for the test, which ensures that your tests can only load classes from your productive bundle according to the OSGi package visibility rules.

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using System.Threading.Tasks;

namespace Lykke.Service.EthereumCore.Core.Repositories
{
    public interface IUserAssignmentFail
    {
        string ContractAddress { get; set; }
        int FailCount { get; set; }
        bool CanBeRestoredInternally { get; set; }
        bool? NotifiedInSlack { get; set; }
    }

    public class UserAssignmentFail : IUserAssignmentFail
    {
        public string ContractAddress { get; set; }
        public int FailCount { get; set; }
        public bool CanBeRestoredInternally { get; set; }
        public bool? NotifiedInSlack { get; set; }
    }

    public interface IUserAssignmentFailRepository
    {
        Task<IUserAssignmentFail> GetAsync(string contractAddress);
        Task SaveAsync(IUserAssignmentFail transferContract);
    }
}


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Q: VBA how to check if a variant is represented in array I have InputBox in which user can enter any value into the text field. I want to check whether this value represented in an array: for example, "asdf" is not in array ValidEntries, which contains integers 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, but "6" is. How do this?

A: Here are three possible solutions:
Sub test1()
    Dim ValidEntries As Variant
    Dim i As Long, v As Variant
    Dim valid As Boolean

    ValidEntries = Array(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
    v = InputBox("Enter something")

    valid = False
    For i = LBound(ValidEntries) To UBound(ValidEntries)
        If v = ValidEntries(i) Then
            valid = True
            Exit For
        End If
    Next i

    MsgBox v & IIf(valid, " is valid", " isn't valid")

End Sub

Sub test2()
    Dim ValidEntries As Variant
    Dim v As Variant
    Dim valid As Boolean

    ValidEntries = Array(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
    v = InputBox("Enter something")

    valid = Join(ValidEntries, "@") Like "*" & v & "*" And Not (v Like "*@*")

    MsgBox v & IIf(valid, " is valid", " isn't valid")

End Sub

Sub test3()
    Dim ValidEntries As Variant
    Dim i As Long, v As Variant, key As Variant
    Dim valid As Boolean
    Dim dict As Object

    Set dict = CreateObject("Scripting.Dictionary")

    ValidEntries = Array(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
    For i = LBound(ValidEntries) To UBound(ValidEntries)
        key = Trim(Str(ValidEntries(i)))
        If Not dict.exists(key) Then dict.Add key, 0
    Next i
    v = InputBox("Enter something")

    valid = dict.exists(v)

    MsgBox v & IIf(valid, " is valid", " isn't valid")

End Sub

The first one is a simple linear search over the array. The second one takes a delimiter which can't appear in any valid entry (you might have to pick a different one) which is used to join the array into a big string and then check if the input is a substring (but not one which spans over a delimiter). The third one creates a dictionary, after which you can check for membership in O(1) time. For validating a single input this probably isn't worth it, but if your code has to repeatedly check for membership in the array it might be worth it.

A: If you're trying to see if a string representation of an integer exists in an array, just cast the string to an integer using CInt()
Sub Foo()

Dim Bar As Variant

Bar = InputBox("Enter a number:")

If IsNumeric(Bar) Then    '// Check if the entry represents a number
    Bar = CInt(Bar)       '// If it is then cast "Bar" to an Integer
Else
    MsgBox Bar & " Is not a valid number"
    Exit Sub              '// If not then exit the sub routine
End If

'// I've used Evaluate() as an example, you would use whatever method you like for checking the presence in the array.
If Evaluate("ISERROR(MATCH(" & Bar & ",{0,1,2,3,4,5,6},0))") Then
    MsgBox Bar & " does not exist in array."
Else
    MsgBox Bar & " exists in array."
End If

End Sub

If however, you're asking how to check if an array entry exists then here are 3 methods to try:

Create a string from the array and use Evaluate():
Sub MM_1()
    Const x As Integer = 5 '// Change to any number to test
    y = Array(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

    If Evaluate("ISERROR(MATCH(" & x & ",{" & Join(y, ",") & "},0))") Then
        MsgBox x & " does NOT exist in array"
    Else
        MsgBox x & " DOES exist in array"
    End If
End Sub

Or use an ArrayList object:
Sub MM_2()

Const x As Integer = 5 '// Change to any number to test
Set y = CreateObject("System.Collections.ArrayList")

For i = 1 To 6
    y.Add i
Next

If y.Contains(x) Then
    MsgBox x & " DOES exist in the array."
Else
    MsgBox x & " does NOT exist in the array."
End If

End Sub

For a list of set values, use a Select Case statement instead of an array:
Sub MM_3()

Const x As Integer = 5 '// Change to any number to test

Select Case x
    Case 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
        MsgBox x " DOES exist in the array."
    Case Else
        MsgBox x " does NOT exist in the array."
End Select

End Sub


This short documentary silent film by the Mitchell and Kenyon film company in northern England shows a parade of a marching police band down a high street in Northampton and well-dressed people milling in front of the portico of All Saint's Church in 1902.
It's rare in a Mitchell and Kenyon film for straw boaters, bowlers and top hats to outnumber flat caps, but this film shows some of Northampton's townspeople at leisure, resplendent in their Sunday best. The park had opened to the public in 1897, but it's clear that a public promenade was already very much in fashion. It's just possible to make out a bandstand performance in the background.
This short documentary silent film by the Mitchell and Kenyon film company in northern England shows well-dressed people milling in front of the portico of All Saint's Church, Northampton, in 1902.


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Watch Shingeki no Kyojin Picture Drama HD with English Subbed at HotAnime.me
Shingeki no Kyojin Picture Drama
Other name: Shingeki no Kyojin: Chimi Kyara Gekijou - Tondeke! Kunren Heidan, Shingeki no Kyojin Specials, 「進撃の巨人」ちみキャラ劇場'とんでけ! 訓練兵団'
Genres: Comedy, Parody, Special
Aired: Jul 17, 2013
Bubuki Buranki: Hoshi no Kyojin	Completed
Sequel of Bubuki Buranki.
Shingeki no Kyojin Movie 1: Guren no Yumiya	Completed
Recap of episodes 1-13.
Shingeki no Kyojin	Completed
Centuries ago, mankind was slaughtered to near extinction by monstrous humanoid creatures called titans, forcing humans to hide in fear behind enormous concentric walls. What makes these giants truly terrifying is that their taste for human flesh is not born out of hunger but what appears to be out of pleasure. To ensure their survival, the remnants of humanity began living within defensive barriers, resulting in one hundred years without a single titan encounter. However, that fragile calm is soon shattered when a colossal titan manages to breach the supposedly impregnable outer wall, reigniting the fight for survival against the man-eating abominations. After witnessing a horrific personal loss at the hands of the invading creatures, Eren Yeager dedicates his life to their eradication by enlisting into the Survey Corps, an elite military unit that combats the merciless humanoids outside the protection of the walls. Based on Hajime Isayama's award-winning manga, Shingeki no Kyojin follows Eren, along with his adopted sister Mikasa Ackerman and his childhood friend Armin Arlert, as they join the brutal war against the titans and race to discover a way of defeating them before the last walls are breached.
Shingeki no Kyojin OVA	Completed
Bundled with the 12th, 13th, and 14th limited-edition manga volumes. Episode 1: An old journal is found by Hange with the help of Levi and Erwin when they conduct the surveillance operation outside the wall. The contents of "Ilse's Journal" result in some unexpected actions from Hange. Episode 2: Another story of the 104th Trainee Squad. Episode 3: Depicts a "memorable episode before the 104th Training Corps became unified."
Shingeki no Kyojin: Kuinaki Sentaku	Completed
Many years before becoming the famed captain of the Survey Corps, a young Levi struggles to survive in the capital's garbage dump, the Underground. As the boss of his own criminal operation, Levi attempts to get by with meager earnings while aided by fellow criminals, Isabel Magnolia and Farlan Church. With little hope for the future, Levi accepts a deal from the anti-expedition faction leader Nicholas Lobov, who promises the trio citizenship aboveground if they are able to successfully assassinate Erwin Smith, a squad leader of the Survey Corps. As Levi and Erwin cross paths, Erwin acknowledges Levi's agility and skill and gives him the option to either become part of the expedition team, or be turned over to the Military Police, to atone for his crimes. Now closer to the man they are tasked to kill, the group plans to complete their mission and save themselves from a grim demise in the dim recesses of their past home. However, they are about to learn that the surface world is not as liberating as they had thought and that sometimes, freedom can come at a heavy price. Based on the popular spin-off manga of the same name, Shingeki no Kyojin: Kuinaki Sentaku illustrates the encounter between two of Shingeki no Kyojin's pivotal characters, as well as the events of the 23rd expedition beyond the walls.
Shingeki! Kyojin Chuugakkou	Completed
On his first day of junior high, Eren Yeager comes face-to-face with a titan—and has his lunch stolen! From that day on, he holds a grudge against titans for taking his favorite food from him, a cheeseburger, vowing to eliminate their kind once and for all. Along with his adoptive sister Mikasa Ackerman and their friend Armin Arlert, the trio traverse the halls of Titan Junior High, encountering familiar faces and participating in various extracurricular activities as part of the Wall Cleanup Club. A parody of the immensely popular parent series, Shingeki! Kyojin Chuugakkou places beloved characters as junior high school students, fighting to protect their lunches from gluttonous titans.
Shingeki no Kyojin Season 2	Completed
Second season of Shingeki no Kyojin.
Shingeki no Bahamut: Virgin Soul	Completed
Second season of Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis.
Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis	Completed
Thousands of years ago, the ancient dragon Bahamut wrought havoc upon the land of Mistarcia, a world where both gods and demons live amongst mankind. Working together to prevent the world's destruction, the rival deities barely managed to seal Bahamut, agreeing to split the key between them so that the dragon would remain eternally imprisoned. With the world safe from the destruction of Bahamut, it is business as usual for bounty hunters like Favaro Leone. Living a laid-back, self-serving lifestyle, the amoral Favaro goes about his work while on the run from fellow bounty hunter Kaisar Lidfard, a righteous man who swears vengeance upon Favaro. However, Favaro's carefree life is thrown into chaos when he meets Amira, a mysterious woman who holds half of the key to the world's fragile peace.
Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis Recap	Completed
Recap of the first six episodes of Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis.
Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis - Short Story	Completed
The short movie, labelled "Short story #1," focuses on Favaro and Kaiser between the events of the first and second series. It features Megumi Hayashibara as Favaro's mother. An episode 2 is planned.
Samurai Shodown The Motion Picture	Completed
Seikon no Qwaser Picture Drama	Completed
Seikon no Qwaser BD specials.
Seikon no Qwaser II Picture Drama	Completed
Seikon no Qwaser II BD Specials.
Mashiro-iro Symphony The Color of Lovers Picture Drama	Completed
DVD/BD specials of Mashiroiro Symphony: The Color of Lovers.
Slayers: The Motion Picture	Completed
In this prequel movie to the Slayers televison series, Lina Inverse travels to Mipross Island with her rival/traveling companion Naga the Serpent. While they originally came for the hot springs, they soon find them selves mixed up in a conspiracy involving a mazoku named Joyrock. Years ago, he killed all of the elves that inhabited the island and absorbed their power. They are soon joined by an old mage named Rowdy Gabriev, who was in love with one of the elves slaughtered and also wants to defeat Joyrock.
Slayers: The Motion Picture (Dub)	Completed
Ikoku Meiro no Croisee Picture Drama	Completed
Ikoku Meiro no Croisée Picture Drama.
Ben-To Picture Drama	Ongoing
Picture dramas from the DVD/BDs.
Yuu Yuu Hakusho Picture Drama	Completed
Because the Demon World Tournament winner has requested it, Yusuke, Kuwabara and Kurama get together in front of an audience for each of them to record a morning and evening greeting. The problem is how to get Hiei to do the same.
Princess Principal Picture Drama	Ongoing
Mini special of Princess Principal series,


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West Ham complete Dimitri Payet move
Transfer Zone
Hope Keyomah - June 27, 2015
Dimitri Payet has signed a five-year deal at West Ham, having been acquired from Marseille for £10.7m. The 28-year is an attacking midfielder who has been capped 15 times by France and has made a big impact in Ligue 1, having been born in the French island of Reunion in the
David Luiz ruled out for a month
Hope Keyomah - April 7, 2015
Paris Saint-Germain defender David Luiz has been ruled out for four weeks with a thigh injury, manager Laurent Blanc has confirmed. The former Chelsea centre-back will miss a month of vital action for the French champions, including the French Cup final, league cup semi-final, and both legs of the Champions League
Ben Arfa completes Nice move
Hope Keyomah - January 5, 2015
Newcastle outcast Hatem Ben Arfa has signed for Ligue 1 side Nice following his release from the Magpies. The playmaker fell out of favour with both Newcastle and Hull, who ended his loan spell early after coach Steve Bruce was unimpressed with the player's attitude - and his contract at St
Newcastle terminate Hatem Ben Arfa's contract
Hope Keyomah - January 4, 2015 January 4, 2015
Newcastle United have cancelled former France winger Hatem Ben Arfa's contract with immediate effect. The 27-year-old is poised to join Nice on a short-term contract. A statement on the club's official website read: "Newcastle United can today confirm that Hatem Ben Arfa and the club have reached an agreement to terminate the
Lille vs Marseille: Relief for Garde
Lekan Omonayajo - April 15, 2013
Olympique Lyonnais coach R├®mi Garde was relieved to see his team end their losing streak, while Lille coach Rudi Garcia insisted his team deserved all three points against OM.┬á Rudi Garcia (Lille coach):┬á"The result doesn't make sense. I am disappointed for the players. What can I say? We just came up


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Q & A with Dr. Jim Ciesla
Q&A with Dr. Jim Ciesla
Dean of Health and Human Services: "This is an exciting time to be at BGSU"
By Bob Cunningham '18
Dr. James Ciesla is the new dean of the College of Health and Human Services. This past fall semester was his first at Bowling Green State University. Ciesla comes to BGSU from Northern Illinois University, where he was associate dean for research and resources in the College of Health and Human Sciences. He also was interim chair of the School of Health Studies, an administrative unit he helped establish. He joined the NIU faculty in 1994, holding positions of increasing responsibility. He was awarded the title of Distinguished Professional Engagement Professor in 2012 in recognition of the numerous, externally funded interdisciplinary partnerships he has cultivated. Ciesla has served as a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health, and has received significant grant funding for his research from such entities as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Illinois Department of Health Care and Family Services. He holds a Ph.D. in health economics from the University of South Carolina, along with two master's degrees, one in health systems management from Tulane University and another in humanities from the University of Chicago. He has a bachelor's degree in biology from Wofford College.
Q. Looking at your background, it looks like you have a very accomplished career thus far. What attributes do you think you bring to the role of dean of Bowling Green State University's College of Health and Human Services, and what about BGSU interested you in the position?
A. I spent a large part of my professional career at a university, and in a college, that is very similar to BGSU's College of Health and Human Services. I bring familiarity and an enthusiasm for this university and college — BGSU is a place that really makes a difference in the lives of its students. Many students are the first in their family to attend college, so it is gratifying to me to work at a public university that is accessible to a broad group of people. BGSU students are serious and committed to bettering themselves, and students in this college are highly committed to careers in health and human service disciplines. My interest in BGSU stemmed from the fact that this university, and this college, are well poised to serve this kind of student.
Q. It's no secret that health and well-being are very important in today's society. How can HHS, and its faculty and staff, make sure BGSU's students are prepared to make an impact in the many fields that the college offers?
A. In a word, by engagement. We can be sure our students are prepared to make an impact in their chosen field through our engagement activities. HHS faculty and staff are highly engaged in the service delivery and professional practice communities in their disciplines. Not only do these engaged, bidirectional relationships help cultivate goodwill toward the college, but they also make opportunities for us to keep abreast of the needs of the people our students will serve and of best practices in meeting those needs.
Q. Can you talk about some of the important research our faculty is conducting and how significant the effects are on our region and beyond?
A. This college has a faculty of serious scholars committed to high impact research. I couldn't possibly do justice to the breadth of our research portfolio, but our researchers do work that addresses important health and social issues that include Parkinson's disease, aphasia, substance abuse, crime prevention, juvenile justice, health care data analytics — just to name a few. Not only do our faculty make positive contributions to the academic literature in their fields, but they take the time and effort to communicate their research findings to the public by sitting for interviews — often on national media outlets — and by publishing in the popular press. HHS research is truly a reflection of BGSU's commitment to the public good.
Q. What areas of growth do you see in HHS?
A. As we all know, the demographics of the country and this region will continue to create career opportunities for students with academic preparation in the disciplines represented in this college. Growth potential for our programs abounds. The emerging strategic alliance with Mercy College will create many opportunities for BGSU students interested in health care and human services disciplines. is an exciting time to be at BGSU.
Q. Now that you've been here for a semester, what is your impression of BGSU?
A. I am delighted to be here at BGSU. I have been impressed by the depth and breadth of the goodwill people have for BGSU and for this college. I encounter friends, supporters, alumni, parents of our students, current students, prospective students — and many others including regular folks I bump into off campus — who have genuine affection for BGSU. It is quite remarkable.


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Paul Porter (born 1963) is a Canadian outlaw biker and gangster. A founding member of the Rock Machine Motorcycle Club, Porter played a major role in the Quebec Biker War (1994–2002). During this period, he expanded the club into Ontario, becoming the president of the Rock Machine's Kingston chapter. Disillusioned with the Rock Machine's decision to merge with the Bandidos, Porter led a mass defection to the Hells Angels in late 2000.

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Porter was born in Montreal, Quebec in 1963 to an Anglo family. He acquired a criminal record beginning in 1985, with charges including serious drugs and weapons offences; a parole board later said he had "ingrained criminal values". He was given the nickname "Sasquatch" due to his six-foot-seven frame that once weighted close to 425 lbs. Porter joined the SS Motorcycle Club, also known as the SS Merciless Riders, a white supremacist and anti-immigration motorcycle gang based in Pointe-aux-Trembles, and he became closely associated with fellow SS members Salvatore and Giovanni Cazzetta, Gilles Lambert and Johnny Plescio, with whom he would go on to be a founding member of the Rock Machine Motorcycle Club in 1986. He also befriended Maurice "Mom" Boucher, who joined the Hells Angels after parting ways with the SS. From 1990 to 1994, Porter was known as le boss de la Main, working as a pimp who controlled numerous brothels along Boulevard St-Laurent. Detective Benoit Roberge of the Montreal police stated: "He didn't do business with a lot of people. He was afraid; he didn't take chances; he preferred to sell fewer drugs and make less money if that meant staying out of prison". Porter maintained a high rank in the Rock Machine as well as a large amount of respect from its members and associates, and played a key role in co-leading the Rock Machine against the Hells Angels during the Quebec Biker War, which started in 1994.

On 7 December 1995, police arrested Yves "Flag" Gagné, a prominent member of the Hells Angels' Trois-Rivieres chapter, and Guy Majeau, a member of the Rowdy Crew in Lanaudiere, a Hells Angels support club. Authorities also arrested Normand Lortie, an associate of the Angels and owner of a Laval strip club. All three were charged with conspiring to murder prominent members of the Rock Machine and the affiliated Dark Circle; the targets of the plot were founding members of the Rock Machine, including Porter and Richard "Bam Bam" Lagace, and Dark Circle member Louis-Jacques Deschenes. On 31 May 1997, Porter was driving down a rural highway near the town of L'Épiphanie, when a car driven by a Hell Angel sped by and he was shot in the left arm. Porter stated: "It wasn't my time to die". In March 1998, Porter was again shot when driving down Highway 25 near Lachenaie. In April 1998, Porter attended a biker "Show and Shine" in Georgetown. During the show, a bomb was found wrapped in a Toronto Sun newspaper. The bomb was a remote-controlled device of 2.2 kilograms of C-4 explosive filled with thousands of nails. These events caused him and some other members to go into hiding in Ontario in 1999.

Porter and other Rock Machine members secured a safe house near Ottawa, from where he would use his influence in the club to convince members of the Outlaws and other Ontario-based clubs to join the Rock Machine. While he was in Ontario, the Hells Angels and their support clubs took over Porter's personal territory in downtown Montreal. Porter founded the first Rock Machine chapter in Ontario in Kingston in June 2000. He served as president of the Kingston chapter, which was made up of Rock Machine members that had came with him from Quebec as well as former members of other local clubs. Porter was also in the process of forming a fourth chapter in Ottawa.

In late 2000, the Rock Machine were set to become a probationary club of the Bandidos. Seeing the division this caused in the Rock Machine/Bandidos ranks, the Hells Angels approached the Alliance with the offer of a ceasefire brokered by the Rizzuto crime family, which was accepted. In October 2000, Porter and other Rock Machine members returned to Montreal for a peace meeting at the Bleu Marin, a downtown Italian restaurant, followed by strip clubs. The truce had an ulterior motive for the Hells Angels as they hoped to halt the expansion of the Bandidos in Canada, especially in Ontario. The Hells Angels would also convince members of the Rock Machine who did not agree with the "patch-over" to join them. The truce would last for only a brief period before hostilities continued. This plan was mostly successful, and from late December 2000 until early 2001, eleven of the Rock Machine's Ontario members, including Porter, joined the Hells Angels. Porter was the most senior members to "patch over".

The Hells Angels' national president, Walter "Nurget" Stadnick, offered Hells Angels membership to the Rock Machine's chapters in Ontario. Furthermore, Stadnick offered Hells Angels membership on a "patch-for-patch" basis, allowing members to trade their current patches for equivalent Hells Angels, while the Bandidos required new members take a reduction in rank. Porter, as leader of the Rock Machine in Ontario, was at this point was extremely influential in the club and was responsible for initiating the creation of the Rock Machine's three chapters in Ontario. Porter wrote on the wall of the clubhouse: "Hello to all the RMMC, I wish you the best with your new colours! Bye my brothers!" Porter became the president of the new Hells Angels Ontario Nomads chapter located in Ottawa. The fact that the Hells Angels had conspired to kill Porter several times when he was a member of the Rock Machine did not stop him from defecting. Dan Gore of the Ottawa police stated: "He had a lot of intelligence [on the Rock Machine]. Porter knew everything – their houses, their summer cottages, their families". Porter also brought over a number of Rock Machine leaders, most notably André "Curly" Sauvageau.

Members of the Rock Machine commented on the departure of Porter saying:

"I saw some of you cry at funeral homes. Were those crocodile tears? Surely you haven't forgotten Renaud, Dada, Bambam, Christian, Franky, Johnny, Tony, Ben, Pierre, Duck, Richard and all the others," one posting said, listing some of the Rock Machine members killed in the past six years."

"This is unbelieveble man, How does anybody have the nerves to do such kind of thing, how the hell can he live with himself and don't he know that his 'new friends' are just using him. When the friends has received enough info about RMMC guys, the chapters, the manners, the contacts and their families to their records, the SAS man [Mr. Porter]is no longer usefull for them, so he will end up with a bullet in his head at a sleazy backyard and his friends are having a good laugh."

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Porter reconnected with his friend Maurice Boucher in late 2000. For his part in causing several other members of the Rock Machine to defect, Porter was given permission to form the Hells Angels Ontario Nomads chapter, located on Piperville Road right off of Highway 417, near downtown Ottawa. As president of the Ontario Nomads, he led the club in the province and had practically full authority over all other members in Ontario. He had the power to veto any vote from chapters in the province he didn't agree with and led all provincial club "runs" conducted by the Angels.

On 23 April 2004, Quebec police issued an arrest warrant for Porter in connection with raids conducted on the Hells Angels in Quebec. He was also accused of operating a grand theft auto ring targeting luxury vehicles. The Sûreté du Québec launched raids in almost 40 locations across the province. The operation began 18 months earlier, when police in Montreal seized 15 stolen vehicles, mostly luxury SUVs made by Lexus or Mercedes-Benz, worth a total of $1.2 million. This led authorities to uncover a narcotics ring in the Montreal area; they seized counterfeit money, firearms, 30 kilograms of dried marijuana, 700 marijuana plants and two kilograms of hashish, as well as documents, stolen computers and $21,000 in cash. At least 56 people were arrested in total, and warrants were issued for five others including Porter, who decided to turn himself in and travelled to the Sûreté du Québec headquarters in Montreal.

On 12 September 2009, Porter was arrested on a farm in Navan near Ottawa. Police had tailed him and upon his arrest they seized nine kilograms of cocaine from his vehicle. Charges were initially brought up against Porter's girlfriend. However, they would be dropped when he was sentenced; Porter declared the cocaine found in her purse belonged to him and demanded that she be given a plea deal. On 10 April 2012, Porter was sentenced to two years in prison for narcotics trafficking. During his sentence, he worked as a cleaner at an undisclosed prison, and he received a score on an inmate evaluation indicating he is a low risk to re-offend.

Parole hearing and release
In June 2013, regardless of his good behavior while incarcerated, Porter was denied parole. Porter had been a "model inmate with no institutional charges or security concerns", according to his prison file. According to the parole board records, in June 2013, Porter claimed he planned on leaving the Hells Angels permanently, stating he "intends to turn in his colours with honour", as long as membership of the Ottawa-based Ontario Nomads chapter increased, so his retirement would not cause it to be frozen. Hells Angels bylaws require each chapter to have at least six active members to keep its active status. The documents provided to the parole board suggest Porter's exit could jeopardize the chapter's membership requirements.

"The (parole) board discussed your relationship with the (Hells Angels) and confirmed that it is your stated intention to leave with honour so that you would not place yourself at risk in the future, as you would if you were to leave dishonorably. You claim that you have never been violent, either as a member of the Rock Machine or the Hells Angels even during the time that the two groups were engaged in a deadly war. You appeared to want the board to believe that these motorcycle gangs were violent but … that you were uninvolved. Rather, you claimed to be a peacemaker during that time.

In spite of this score your case management team believes the results could be an under-estimate of your risk given your connections to motorcycle gangs. Although your criminal history is not particularly dense, it does include convictions for drugs and weapons, but more importantly, we cannot ignore your participation in a leadership role within (a) motorcycle gang for many years. We believe that you have deeply entrenched criminal values and attitudes and that your adherence to your criminal associates is particularly strong. This is a risk issue that has not been mitigated following your arrest or conviction, and has convinced the board that your risk to the community would be undue at this time. Therefore, day parole and full parole are denied."

On 6 January 2014, Porter was released from prison on the condition that he not associate with any member of organized crime until September 2014, when his charges for narcotics trafficking expired. He stated that his future plans were to run his own tow truck company and fix motorcycles on the side.

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I just thought I would share with you a recent mosaic commission of mine. As I often think with my work, there is never a dull moment, and this particular job certainly shows that!
Following a telephone enquiry, my client asked for a mosaic doorstep for her house in the UK reflecting its name - Observatory House. By making it on cement board, using porcelain tiles, exterior grout and sealing it, this was something I could make for her, ensuring it was as enduring as it could possibly be. We offered two options - two pieces or a triptych design, including two alcoves - she went for latter - see below.
The installation was being done by her own builders - all we asked for were accurate measurements for the doorstep and a flat surface for it to be laid on.
Once we had agreed that the constellations were as accurate as possible, we decided on the font for the text. As you can see, my client wanted Observatory House in Latin and we chose Alegreya SC Regular.
With the design agreed, I could then get on with the making, to be ready in time for my client's ruby wedding party - no pressure then! Below is the design drawn on the cement board. With the tiles having arrived, I was ready to go - let the snipping begin!
I hope you enjoyed hearing about this, my latest commission - I am so lucky to have such varied work, and I also know a lot more about the constellations now!
PS I have just received the photos of the doorstep in situ - I'm really pleased with it.


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Amphiktyon (), König in Attika, ist eine Gestalt der griechischen Mythologie. Seine Geschwister waren Hellen und Protogeneia.

Amphiktyon heiratete eine Tochter von Pedias und Kranaos, dem König von Attika. Nach neun Regierungsjahren stürzte Amphiktyon seinen Schwiegervater und bestieg selbst den Thron. Seine Herrschaft dauerte zwölf Jahre, bis er wiederum von Erichthonios vertrieben wurde.

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Predicting Today's Future Hall of Fame Pitchers, 2022 Edition
I would like to begin by noting something big that I completely missed in this year's article on Future Hall of Fame Hitters: this is my tenth year doing this series! That's pretty neat!
For those who haven't read one of these before, a quick overview of the process (before I discuss a trend I noticed in the results). Basically, what I'm doing is finding the median Wins Above Replacement (Baseball-Reference edition) for Hall of Fame starting pitchers by age. So I start by looking at every eventual starter in Cooperstown at 20 arranged by total WAR at that age, pick the midpoint, then look at them all at age 21 and pick the midpoint, and so on, all the way into their 40s. Once I have that trend line, I go and look at how many eligible non-Hall of Famers topped those median marks and didn't eventually go into Cooperstown (I exclude players still on the BBWAA ballot, since their fates are more up in the air).
Once I have those numbers, I go age-by-age and determine what percent of players over the median WAR at each age go on to the Hall of Fame. So, if there are 20 Hall starters at age 20, and the exact midpoint in their value is 2.0 WAR, that's our median point. And say that there are 90 pitchers in history who had 2.0 WAR by age 20 and didn't make it to the Hall. We'd have 10 Hall of Famers out of 100 total 2.0-WAR 20 year olds, so our odds for 20-year-old pitchers over the Hall median for that age going on to Cooperstown is 10%. Also, for the sake of comparing to mostly modern starting pitchers, my searches here are limited to Live-ball era pitchers* (so those that debuted after 1920) who have started in 10% of their appearances.
*Out of curiosity, I actually calculated the median including Deadball Hall of Famers, just to see if it changed things. It's a lot closer than I thought it would be, but it's still not great. For the median line including Deadball pitchers, the biggest difference was an even higher peak value, but trailing off a few years earlier. Interestingly, the overall career median including Deadball pitchers was actually 2.0 Wins lower than the Live-ball-only one, thanks in part to the longer careers of Live-ball Hall of Famers.
This year's look at the pitchers turned up some unusual results. For those who have followed from years past, you might have noticed that the list for pitchers is always a little sparser than the one for hitters. This year takes it to an extreme, however; there are only five active pitchers who fall above the Hall median for their age, and all five are in their 30s. Given that a major inspiration for this series was trying to identify young players on track for Cooperstown, this kind of stood out as an issue (don't worry, I still covered the WAR leader for each age regardless of whether they topped their age-median, so there is still an article to read).
It's hard to pinpoint one reason for this dramatic drop-off. Part of it might be the shortened pandemic season, but if so, it's a little weird that it took an extra year for that to show up, since last year's article was relatively normal. It's also unusual that this didn't seem to be the case for position players, and on top of that, most of the top players by age group would have needed a really good full 2020 season to make up the gap. Maybe one of them could have made it with a Cy Young-caliber effort, but even that's low probability.
So there's probably something else at play. It might be the result of more injuries to young pitchers? Or maybe the result of the different approach for younger pitchers these days, focusing on later call-ups and lighter workloads? The Median line for Hall pitchers does start early and aggressively, so a later start can affect a starter years down the line as they have to play catch-up. Given the fact that MLB players seem to be retiring earlier than they used to, would we start to see the best pitchers squeezed on both ends, or would the best of the best continue to last into their 30s? Alternatively, maybe there will be a shift in how pitchers are used as they adapt to the new state of the game, or some rule change to push back at these factors?
Or perhaps the problem is the disappearance of the below-median Hall of Fame starter, slowly pushing the standards higher and further out of reach for all but the best young pitchers? It's hard to see how that trend might reverse itself going forward, and if younger pitchers aren't making it as long on top of that, the issue is only going to compound itself. Or maybe Hall voters completely upend how they evaluate starters to account for that, in which case, how useful will it be to look at past Hall of Famers as a method of prediction?
In the end, I don't know that I have an answer here, and my strategy for now will probably be to see if this becomes a larger trend in coming years, or if this is just a one-year aberration brought on by a confluence of rare-but-impactful events. For now, I'll keep my current system while trying to brainstorm alternative methods to look at this question in the future.
With all of that preamble out of the way, let's move onto the age-by-age breakdown. Remember that players are listed based on their age in the 2021 season (so, for example, pitchers in the Age 23 group will be 24 for the upcoming year and working towards the age-24 goal):
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Labels: Aaron Nola, Adam Wainwright, Chris Sale, Clayton Kershaw, Future Hall of Fame, Gerrit Cole, Jacob deGrom, Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer, Predictions, Robbie Ray, Zack Greinke
I'm not going to lie, I thought I would have a little more time to write this. I put off starting this year's edition of the Future Hall of Fame Series, since I sort of assumed we'd be missing large chunks of the season, and I would have to say something about having shortened seasons two out of the last three years, and then… we avoided the problem. I suppose it's likely we'll have a similar issue five years down the line when the brand-new CBA expires, and most of these players will still be around for that… but we'll cross that bridge when we come to it.
For now, though, a quick refresher on what this series does: First, I find the approximate "Median Career by Age" for Hall of Fame players, by looking at all AL and NL* position players in Cooperstown year by year. So I line them up by Baseball-Reference's Wins Above Replacement at age 20, age 21, and so on, and just follow where the middle of the pack lands.
*I usually omit other major leagues for simplicity's sake, since they're usually a little too different to the modern game in their schedule and such. But it's an issue I sometimes try and revisit; I just haven't come up with a good way to do it yet.
Then, I look at how many Hall-eligible players in history have reached that median total by the same age, and see what percentage the Hall of Famers represent. So, if the midpoint for Hall of Famers at age 21 is 2.0, with 50 above the line and 50 below; and 100 total Hall-eligible players in history have reached the 2.0 WAR mark by 21, our equation would be:
(50 Hall of Famers over 2.0) / (100 total players over 2.0) = 50% of players to reach the median by this age have gone on to be Hall of Famers
Players are grouped by their ages last season, so the players in the Age 20 group are in the clear through age 20, and will be working on the Age 21 mark in 2022 (and so on). With all of that out of the way, we can begin our breakdown:
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Labels: Bryce Harper, Carlos Correa, Evan Longoria, Future Hall of Fame, Juan Soto, Manny Machado, Mike Trout, Mookie Betts, Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt, Predictions, Ronald Acuña
Killing Time in the Lock-Out: Looking at Extreme Hypothetical Hall of Fame Candidacies
There's not a lot of on-the-field baseball news going on, so why not play around with a weird hypothetical that's centered around the Hall of Fame. Today's question was one I saw a while ago while browsing /r/baseball over on Reddit: would a player who managed to repeat Joe Carter's 1990 season 25 times be worthy of the Hall of Fame?
For background, 1990 was Joe Carter's lone season in San Diego before he was traded (with Roberto Alomar) to the Blue Jays for Tony Fernandez and Fred McGriff, en route to Toronto's back-to-back World Series titles (including Carter's 1993 Series walk-off homer). With the Padres, Carter had a weird season, picking up a few MVP votes thanks to 24 homers, 22 stolen bases, 27 doubles, and 115 RBI while playing in all 162 games. However, what actually made the season unsual is that, by most other regards… he was actually pretty bad. Baseball-Reference credits him with -1.7 WAR, while Fangraphs goes even further, saying it was a -2.0-Win season.
So this hypothetical player would have 3675 hits, 600 home runs, 550 steals, 2875 RBI (nearly 600 more than Hank Aaron's record), and regular MVP votes... while also costing his teams somewhere between 40 and 50 Wins over his career. Would that be worthy of induction into Cooperstown?
It's probably worth breaking down how that season worked, though, because it will matter down the line. A big part of the issue was Carter's defense; both versions of WAR say he cost his team somewhere around 3 wins just through his defense. And while that's probably a little extreme, in the way that old defensive stats can be uncertain, it's also not unthinkable; it was the end of a three-year experiment trying Carter in center field, after largely being a defensive positive in the corner outfield. However, he never really took to the move, and posted negatives numbers in center (to varying degrees) in all three seasons before Toronto eventually returned him to right field.
In a world where his defense looks more like the two previous years, he's probably around a net-zero instead of a big negative, with bad glovework canceling out the higher defensive value of being a center fielder. And in a timeline where he gets to be an above-average right fielder, he might even be a small positive on defense (even overcoming the defensive penalty of the move).
Of course, that's only part of the problem, since all of that would only get him to the 0-1 range. The other part of the problem is that Carter's offense wasn't as good as the raw number suggested, either. His batting line in 1990 was .232/.290/.391, and while we know today that a low batting average isn't a deal breaker like it once was, that sub-.300 on-base percentage is still going to be a tough sell. OPS+ marked Carter as 15% worse than a league-average hitter that year, while wRC+ (which is more heavily weighted to the more important OBP) has him a full 20% below league-average.
Carter's totals were in part due to good health (he was in the middle of three straight 162-game campaigns) and his power and speed in spite of a poor batting eye. The thing that probably got him the most attention though was those 115 RBI, numbers that would have looked even more impressive before the full explosion of the high-scoring 1990s. He finished third in the NL and fifth in the entire league with that mark. It's also worth noting that no other player has accumulated more RBI in a season while posting an OPS+ below 90.
And you probably already have an idea of how that happened; RBI is an incredibly team-dependent stat. Jack Clark had a .441 OBP (he didn't have enough plate appearances to qualify for league leader status, but he was 23 points ahead of official NL leader Lenny Dykstra), Bip Roberts had a .375 mark (13th among qualified NL batters), and Tony Gwynn and Roberto Alomar had normal seasons for them (23rd and 32nd, respectively). Carter usually batted fifth or fourth, directly behind some combination of those four. According to Baseball-Reference's splits, Carter took 361 plate appearances with runners on, tied for 99th-most dating back to 1973 (chosen just because it's the start of B-R's complete play-by-play data).
Labels: Alternate Universes, Hall of Fame, Hypothetical, Joe Carter, OBP, RBI, San Diego Padres, Thought Experiments, WAR
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