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Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot responds to questions during a new conference following the sentencing phase of the Amber Guyger murder trial at Frank Crowley Courts Building in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
The Latest: Church hails brother's gesture of forgiveness
DALLAS (AP) — The Latest on the trial of a former Dallas police officer convicted of murder in the shooting death of her neighbor inside his apartment (all times local):
The statement of forgiveness by Botham Jean's younger brother to the former police officer who shot and killed his sibling drew acclaim from the congregation of a church where Jean led the singing.
Brandt Jean made his victim's impact statement Wednesday afternoon after a jury sentenced Amber Guyger to 10 years in prison for murder in the death of his older brother.
The video of the statement was shown at the Dallas West Church of Christ, where the Jean family gathered to worship Wednesday night.
When the video showed the 18-year-old embrace Guyger in a gesture of forgiveness and healing, the congregation broke into applause and "amens." Some cried openly.
The judge overseeing the trial of a white Dallas police officer convicted of killing her black neighbor in his apartment hugged the former officer after jurors sentenced her to 10 years in prison.
Judge Tammy Kemp hugged Amber Guyger on Wednesday after the brother of the victim forgave Guyger and hugged her in front of the packed courtroom.
Brandt Jean, whose brother, Botham Jean, lived in the fourth-floor apartment directly above Guyger's, told Guyger that his brother would have wanted her to turn her life over to Christ and that if she asks God for forgiveness, she will get it.
The jury convicted Guyger of murder in the September 2018 killing, which Guyger attributed to mistaking Jean's apartment for her own.
The brother of a man who was killed by a Dallas police officer in his own home has forgiven and hugged her in the courtroom where she was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Addressing Amber Guyger in the courtroom Wednesday after the jury sentenced her to a decade behind bars for killing his brother, Botham Jean, Brandt Jean said he thinks that his brother would want Guyger to give her life to Christ.
He said, "I love you as a person. I don't wish anything bad on you."
He then said "I don't know if this is possible, but can I give her a hug?"
The judge said he could and Jean and Guyger embraced in front of the courtroom as Guyger sobbed.
The 10-year prison sentence given to a white Dallas police officer for the killing of her black neighbor was met with boos and jeers from people in the hallway outside the courtroom.
The jury that convicted Amber Guyger of murder in the killing of Botham Jean on Tuesday sentenced her to a decade behind bars. It could have sentenced her to anywhere from two years to life in prison.
As Jean's family walked out of the courtroom after the hearing, the group in the hallway began a chant of, "No justice! No peace!" Two black women hugged each other and cried.
Sheriff's deputies cleared the hallway outside the courtroom before more officers escorted Guyger's family out and down a side staircase.
Guyger said she mistook Jean's apartment for her own, which was one floor below his, and mistook him for a burglar.
A white Dallas police officer has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for fatally shooting her unarmed, black neighbor in his home.
The jury sentenced Amber Guyger on Wednesday. Guyger was convicted of murder Tuesday in the September 2018 killing of her upstairs neighbor, Botham Jean.
In Texas, a murder sentence can range from five years to life in prison, but the judge also instructed jurors on a so-called sudden passion defense, which carries a range of 2-20 years behind bars.
Guyger was still dressed in her police uniform after a long shift when she shot Jean, a 26-year-old accountant from the Caribbean island nation of St. Lucia. She was fired from the force and charged with murder.
Guyger testified that she mistook Jean's apartment for her own, which was one floor below, and that she thought he was a burglar in her home.
Jurors are considering the sentence for a white Dallas police officer whom they convicted of murder for shooting her black neighbor in his apartment, which she says she mistook for her own unit one floor below.
Amber Guyger could be sentenced to five years to life in prison for killing Botham Jean, though jurors could also sentence her to as little as two years if they determine her crime was one of sudden passion.
A prosecutor told jurors Wednesday that when deciding the sentence for the September 2018 killing, they can consider racially insensitive texts that Guyger sent to her police partner. Another prosecutor said jurors shouldn't sentence Guyger to less than 28 years, which is how old Jean would have been today.
Her attorney, Toby Shook, said the texts were sent "at a whim" and weren't indicative of Guyger's whole life. He asked jurors to consider a black woman who credited Guyger with helping her recover from drug use.
A woman who met Amber Guyger when the Dallas police officer busted a drug house says Guyger helped her turn around her life.
LaWanda Clark told jurors Wednesday during Guyger's murder trial that she struggled with a crack cocaine addiction and that Guyger wrote her a ticket on the day of the drug bust. She says Guyger told her that the ticket could be the impetus to turn her life around.
While Clark was speaking, attorneys showed jurors a photo of Guyger attending Clark's graduation from a community drug treatment program.
Clark said Guyger treated her as a person, not as "an addict," and said she is now sober.
Guyger faces up to life in prison for the September 2018 shooting death of Botham Jean. She says she mistook Jean's apartment for her own, which was one floor below.
A high school friend who played in an all-female mariachi band with Amber Guyger says the former Dallas police officer feels "immense remorse" for fatally shooting a neighbor in his own apartment.
Maribel Chavez testified Wednesday that she met Guyger in ninth grade during orchestra practice. They later went on to play in a mariachi band, with Guyger playing violin and trumpet.
Chavez said Guyger is typically bubbly and extroverted, but that since she killed her neighbor, Botham Jean, in September 2018, "It's like you shut her light off."
She described her friend as selfless, caring and a protector of those around her.
Guyger says she mistook Jean's apartment for her own, which was one floor below his. She faces up to life in prison after she was convicted of murder on Tuesday.
Former colleagues have been testifying in support of a white Dallas police officer convicted of killing her black neighbor.
Amber Guyger faces up to life in prison for the 2018 shooting death of 26-year-old Botham Jean, a black accountant who was killed inside his apartment, which was directly above hers.
Officer Cathy Odhiambo, who is black, described Guyger as a longtime friend and the "sweetest person."
Odhiambo wasn't asked about text messages introduced as evidence during the trial that indicated a lack of sensitivity by Guyger toward black people. However, another fellow officer, Thomas MacPherson, told jurors that some of those texts sounded "out of character" for Guyger.
The testimony Wednesday came during the punishment phase of the trial. Guyger was convicted Tuesday of murder in Jean's killing.
The mother of a Dallas police officer who was convicted of killing an upstairs neighbor is telling jurors about her daughter.
Karen Guyger is the first witness to testify in defense of Amber Guyger during the sentencing portion of Guyger's trial.
Karen Guyger said Wednesday that Amber Guyger is the youngest of three children, and defense attorneys showed several family photos to the jury.
Upon questioning from defense attorneys, Karen Guyger testified that her daughter had been sexually assaulted by an adult male when she was a young child.
Amber Guyger faces up to life in prison for the fatal shooting of Botham Jean. She says she mistook Jean's apartment for her own one floor below and mistook him for a burglar.
The father of Botham Jean says his life has been upended since a Dallas police officer shot and killed his son in his son's own apartment last year.
Bertrum Jean tearfully told jurors on Wednesday that after Botham left their home in St. Lucia for college in Arkansas, he would call home every Sunday after church.
Now, Bertrum Jean said, "My Sundays have been destroyed."
The testimony came during the sentencing portion of the murder trial of Amber Guyger, who was convicted of murder Tuesday and faces a sentence that could range from two years to life in prison, depending on what the jury decides.
Guyger, who was fired after the shooting, says she mistook Jean's apartment for her own and thought he was a burglar.
A college classmate has told jurors about her friendship with Botham Jean, an accountant who was killed last year in his home by a Dallas police officer who lived in his building.
Alexis Stossel said Wednesday that she met Jean when they attended Harding University in Arkansas. She says she and Jean quickly became close friends, and they both moved to Dallas after graduating.
Stossel says Jean was the emcee at her wedding and was a natural leader whom people gravitated toward.
Stossel, who is white, also touched on Jean's sense of humor, saying Jean always insisted that she refer to him as "my black friend Botham" when posting photos on social media.
Stossel's testimony comes as jurors consider the sentence for Amber Guyger, who was convicted of murder Tuesday for killing Jean. Guyger, who was fired after the shooting, says she mistook his apartment for her own one floor below.
The judge in the trial of a Dallas police officer convicted of murder for killing her black neighbor in his home says the jury will get instruction on a legal defense that could reduce the officer's sentencing range.
The jury convicted Amber Guyger of murder Tuesday in the September 2018 killing of Botham Jean. In Texas, the penalty for murder could be anywhere from five years to life in prison.
But Judge Tammy Kemp said Wednesday that jurors will receive written guidance on the law regarding a so-called "sudden passion defense."
If the jury accepts that Guyger's actions were taken in the heat of the moment, it could reduce the sentencing range to two to 20 years.
Guyger says she shot Jean after mistaking his apartment for her own, which was directly below. She was fired after the shooting.
Court has resumed in the punishment phase of the trial of a white Dallas police officer who was convicted in the fatal shooting of her black neighbor last year.
Judge Tammy Kemp began the Wednesday's proceedings by allowing Amber Guyger to attend the hearing without shackles on her ankles. Guyger was booked into jail after Tuesday's proceedings concluded.
The punishment phase began Tuesday after jurors convicted Guyger of murder in the killing of her neighbor, Botham Jean. The slain accountant's family members and friends spoke of how his death affected them.
Guyger, who could be sentenced to anywhere from five years to life in prison, says she mistook Jean's apartment for her own, which was directly below his. Her attorneys can argue that she deserves a light sentence because she acted out of confusion and fear that she had found an intruder.
Guyger was fired after the shooting.
The same jury that convicted a white Dallas police officer in the fatal shooting of her black neighbor will soon return to court to consider her sentence — a penalty that could be anywhere from five years to life in prison.
Amber Guyger said she mistook the man's apartment for her own. She was convicted of murder Tuesday. Her defense attorneys can argue that she deserves a light sentence because she acted out of confusion and fear that she had found an intruder.
Prosecutors have given no indication what sentence they will seek.
It was unclear how long the punishment phase of the trial would last. Testimony began shortly after the verdict, starting with friends and family of the victim, Botham Jean.


After 10 years in the world of internet, Ive ventured away from my laptop to start working around people. *Eeeeep!* Its actually not so bad I have to say…Im enjoying it a lot actually! Then again, it has only been 3 months, and most of my friends are convinced its just a matter of time before I hate people completely. Will see…!
It started a little over 3 months ago when I saw my full time job going south, and I wanted to get some work lined up. Most of my friends work in the restaurant industry, and kept telling me that I have the looks and personality for it, and Im a hard worker so I should do great with tips. I decided to take the plunge and started applying for jobs.
I quickly learned that if they take your application, and then tell you a manager will look it over and call you back…call it a day and dont even think about that job again. Its a polite blow-off at most. Most restaurants will have open interviews between 2-4p…if you sit down to fill out an application, a manager will come around eventually to sit down and talk with you…otherwise, yeah forget about it.
In a whirlwind of about a weeks time, I applied to about 10 places then gave up. Real dedication there eh? Ahh! Well, about 3 weeks later after the holidays, a place did call me back for a 2nd interview which went well enough that they asked me to come back in an hour for my 3rd interview with the GM, and I was offered the job. Yay! I got my foot in the door…not as a server but as a hostess. Okay, no brainer…I can do this! So, Ive been a hostess for 3 months now and I have to say…the restaurant is great, the people I work with and for are great, even the guests are great…the only thing thats not great is I want to be a server and Im still a hostess!
Today I got back out there and applied at two places…one did the ol' "Ill hold onto your application and a manager will review it and call you" line….whatever. The next place went much better and at a far better place that I hope I do get a position as a server or cocktail waitress at the pool. Its a restaurant in an exclusive resort, tucked away from it all and on the water. The view is *gorgeous!*Ive since found out that the unassuming neighborhood where most of the restaurants guests come from are politicians, football or basketball players and a few well-known musicians and celebrities….Im not at all starstruck so thats not a big deal to me, but oh man the money I could make off tips would be amazing!
The manager I interviewed with seemed very cool..he took the time to talk to me…we talked at least 15m which is a lot really…he told me a lot about the place and answered my questions without trying to rush me out of there or anything which I think is a great sign. He also told me hes very interested in me, but I still need to go through interviews with the restaurant manager and the resort manager…the norm, but he said he will talk to them and if I dont hear back from him in 3 days, to please call him and he gave me his card. Another good sign!
I can tell hes a bit hesistant since I have no serving experience…most fine dining require many years worth, and most hotels require previous hotel experience…so I will totally understand if I dont get the job….after all, on paper I dont qualify so I wont be mad at them if it doesnt work out….but in person I oozed as much personality, positive energy and good vibes I could muster up and I really hope that they take a chance with me, cause I would be ecstatic to get that job!
Wish me lots and lots of luck!


Earth and all her children are now very much in The Thick of an extremely powerful oversoul dispensation which has been instructed to infuse gaia with an unprecedented level of gamma rays and Photon light…. These upgrades are affecting all of us and are building in intensity up to and beyond the lion's gate portal of 8/8/8……..many are reporting the need to sleep deeply and for longer periods during these times and this is due to the intensity of the current gamma ray infusion and the somewhat dense physical system's Ability to integrate these light particles.
Many are being assisted during these monumental times to feel and be in alignment with the incredible joy and connection that is synonymous with fifth dimensional living, and are gliding through these times in a far more stabilized and calm way than ever before. This is due in part to your own Souls personal evolution and the miraculous dispensation that the unicorn gateway is heralding….
The fifth dimensional Union with your beloved twin flame is always and eternally on whether you can see it with your physical Eyes or not, one of the last tests on the twin flame Awakening and reunion pathway is this test and that is whether you are 100% aware of the abiding higher-dimensional presence of your beloved twin flame. When you can know that he is there whilst not being able to see him physically, this is the fast track to full reunion, and is the most assured and guaranteed way that your beloved twin flame will be magnetised back into your physical reality.
We would like to remind you Beloveds that this is not a soulmate contract that you have signed up for, whereby many of these lessons can be bypassed……. this is the twin flame template which insurers sustained spiritual Awakening with regards to the genuine reunion with the higher dimensional aspect of the Beloved twin flame.
The twin flame is within you and when you stop looking, and start saying thank you for that which has manifest on the etheric level, and is yet to manifest on the physical level, please know these are the optimum energetic conditions to bring about the physical Union with your twin flame in the most lasting and sustainable way.
When Buddha Awakened he laughed and you will also laugh when you truly remember that he was created with thee and he eternally stands beside thee in all thy ways for all thy days…. This is the Eternal truth that can be decoded and deciphered from the very sacred words "ask and it is already given" because that which we are calling in, our hearts beloved whom we are destined to dance with and unite with, is eternally already manifested by our side albeit in the higher dimensional fields of consciousness,but nevertheless by our sides.
This deep knowing brings with it the complete activation and download of the master template within one's own consciousness software, which in truth can overwrite all other programmes and instructions in the individual's psyche software.
These times are calling for these words and for this sacred conversation, and I would love to have your presence on this ongoing webinar journey with me….
Thank You beloveds for all of your wondrous and deepening support of me…... it took a very long time for me to come out and share my gifts with the world but you all encourage me so deeply that it inspires me to keep showing up with these sacred messages and downloads.
The first thing I noticed when the webinar began was a great deal of chaos and interference which seemed to manifest in Internet and connectivity issues for many involved. This, to me, was a sign that very important work was about tone done. Once things began I had an overwhelming sense of peace and immediately began noticing dozens upon dozens of orbs floating around the room you were in and around you. The orbs remained the entirety of the webinar and were such a wonderful and invigorating manifestation of the divine working in and through the energies being activated. It was so very powerful at times I felt a little light headed, but not in a bad or uncomfortable manner whatsoever.
The Miracle Template has such great and palpable transformative power! I could literally feel my energy shifting as I looked at it and as we worked with that energy. As I had mentioned before, my twin and I (who met in 2005 and married in 2008) had been at near constant odds since April. Our communication heavily blocked with negativity leaving us both with a very heavy and painful feeling of disconnect. I had just come to terms with the fact that we may be going through a rather finite separation until we were both able to clear those blockages we were experiencing and which we had been up to that point unable to shift seemingly at all. We were fighting near constantly for three months and not living together anymore despite having two young daughters for over a year and a half. The afternoon following the webinar he came to pick up the girls and the negative presence and blockages were gone. Our communication was clear, calm and loving and he grabbed me and kissed me for the first time in months. We ended up spending the next four days together which also hadn't happened in months and it was truly blissful!
The days following I felt not tired or exhausted, however for nearly 24 hour so dosed in and out of sleep unable to stay out of a dream state for more than a few hours at a time. My dreams were very vivid and intense as well as quite lucid. I could feel the energies continuing to clear things that needing clearing. Incredible!
This morning, I work from a dream in which more light codes and activations were administered by way of a waterfall of pure light and a light being, who I am quite certain was you, as you literally transformed briefly during the webinar into a being of our light and they seemed to be one and the same. During that dream and activations I could hear all of my and my twin's negative thoughts and fears as they were leaving us both. Many of them based around fear of being unloved, abandoned, and that we were not actually twins at all. I work from that dream completely drenched as though I had just bathed or showered and messaged you to tell you if the dream. I heard back from you almost immediately that you had also been napping at that time and the experience seemed to resonate with you as well.
Later that same day I napped and dreamt of being in Circle with a group of women. A council of elders, all of whom ancient beings and souls although in appearance looked like regular women of varied ages and backgrounds. Such peace and a strong sense of the Divine Feminine. I felt as though I had finally found my tribe. :) We each one had an item which served as our own personal symbol and energetic frequency in circle. For some it was a beloved item from childhood and others something that had belonged to a loved one. I woke feeling deeply connected to these women as well as the work being done.
The next webinar will take place on saturday the 30th july at 5pm uk time and in this call we will be talking about and exploring deeply what exactly is a twin flame and why are twin flames destined and being implored to unite at this time... We will be talking about the collective twin flame mission and have spirit has guided me to facilitate a conversation which will remind us all collectively, of the agreement we made prior to incarnation whilst sat at the feet of mother Father God with regards to the deep and plutonic reasons that twin flames are being called to physically unite during these times. We will also cover the topic of the children of twin flames who have extremely important roles right now with regards to the triumphant anchoring of the twin flame template, and who hold very important energetic keys,and are extremely Potent allies on this twin flame reunion timeline trajectory.
Thank you for honoring your Sacred Gifts and Abilities and being so generous as to share them with the world. Your authenticity and passion are very transparent and I am truly blessed to have had Spirit bring you into my life. I know this is just the beginning of a very sacred relationship and partnership in bringing more healing through Love and Light into this world. For anyone seeking Divine guidance or assistance in their Journey, I highly recommend you get in touch with Jen as soon as possible. Through your willingness and belief, she has the capacity to launch you into higher vibrations through meaningful energy work that is brought forth directly from Source. She is an advocate for your well being. Let her grace and beauty walk you into the next chapter of your life!"


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Just what is possible with type 1 diabetes? Just about anything you set your mind to. And nowhere is this more evident than in these remarkable students with type 1 diabetes who were among this year's recipients of the Lilly Diabetes Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarship through the Diabetes Scholars Foundation.
Each scholarship recipient exemplifies success through their individual strength, drive, and passion. They also possess an unyielding willingness to help others through community service and advocacy. We're proud to feature the stories of these remarkable young adults who refuse to be defined by their disease.
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"Part of growing up is facing challenges that you never thought you could overcome. You can do it. Let diabetes grow your character."
—Tanner, Kingwood, Texas, attending Johns Hopkins University
When Tanner was diagnosed with T1D at age 15, the hard-working high school sophomore's world was rocked. "I remember getting back from the hospital and trying to do my Spanish homework, but because I was low, my vision was so blurry that I couldn't read the page," he says.
For the first few months after diagnosis, Tanner found himself leaning on his family and friends for support, something that was difficult at times for the competitive teen. Two years later, however, his thinking has changed. "Diabetes made me realize that I could handle a lot more than I thought I could; accepting help from friends and family is actually a sign of strength," he discovered.
Tanner also believes in giving back to the diabetes community through his involvement in diabetes research studies conducted by Texas Children's Hospital. "One of the studies was about eating a balanced diet and the combination of proteins, carbs, and fats that would lead to the most consistent blood sugars. Currently, I am involved with another research study testing to see if text messages to teens with reminders to check their blood sugar … will lead to increased control over blood sugar," he explains.
If it sounds like Tanner's future may be headed toward biological sciences, it's probably because the Johns Hopkins University freshman has already decided to study bioengineering. Having type 1 has taught him to prioritize health and well-being, no matter how busy and stressful life gets. "As a teen, a lot is expected from you, like doing well in school, doing extracurriculars, community service, and more. What I've learned is that my health comes before all of those social expectations. With good health, success in class or sports will follow."
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"When those bouts of frustration come, just cry it out. And then eat some ice cream. But don't forget to bolus!"
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Kelsey was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 7. The details of her diagnosis are fuzzy to her now, but as she lay in her hospital bed, Kelsey still recalls the feeling that maybe everything would work out. "As a nurse gave me an insulin injection, I remember just staring at her. No questions, no pain, just a bit of confusion that I figured I would eventually understand."
And now she does. Throughout high school, Kelsey maintained high honors in her academics and earned a spot on her school's varsity tennis team, all while taking care of her type 1. She actually credits her busy life with keeping her motivated to manage her diabetes. "Being a tennis player with type 1 kept me healthy in more ways than one. It forced me to check my blood sugar more often, think about what I was eating, and take the steps that I should be taking to make sure that I was in control," she explains.
Kelsey is now in her first year at Stanford University where she plans to major in biomechanical engineering. "The field of mechanical engineering has become such a core part of biology and medicine in everything from insulin pumps to limb prosthetics to the artificial heart. The medical technology industry and all of its innovations will change people's lives, and I want to be a part of this," she says.
"Take it one day at a time and don't beat yourself up over a lousy day. Sometimes there is nothing that you can do about it. And don't let others' preconceptions of diabetes stop you from sharing about it. Most of the time people are happy to learn!"
—Maggie, Goshen, Ind., attending University of Notre Dame
After Maggie was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 12, the hardest part of adjusting to life with type 1 was learning to let go of perfection. "At first I took a lot of pride in having 'good' blood sugars. This kind of backfired after a bit, because sometimes there's nothing I can do to control my blood sugar. I think that now I've struck a balance between being motivated to achieve in-range numbers but not being hard on myself when they're out of whack for some reason," she says.
The desire to maintain balance has helped Maggie make positive decisions in her daily life. "For some people it might be okay to skip lunch when they don't have time, but I really have to prioritize eating regularly. I also look at my schedule to see when the majority of my physical activity is happening and how I can accommodate that to balance my blood sugar," she explains.
Maggie has also become involved in diabetes advocacy through her local JDRF chapter. "I've been involved in JDRF walks in the past, but most recently I organized a swim meet fundraiser. Both teams bought swim caps and T-shirts, and donations were collected for the JDRF."
Maggie is currently a freshman at the University of Notre Dame where she is studying pre-med biology. Receiving a Diabetes Scholars Foundation scholarship has felt like a dream come true. "I am honored to have been chosen along with such fantastic people!"
Choosing Her Own Path
"Be open with friends, teachers, and classmates about your diabetes. Learning how to explain type 1 to other people is an important skill for getting ready to go off to college, but it's also empowering to be able to say that you understand your diabetes and are in control of it."
—Rebecca, McLean, Va., attending the College of William & Mary
Rebecca was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 8, shortly before she was due to start third grade in a new school system. "My diagnosis meant that this transition to a new school suddenly became more complicated. I knew I had a new set of responsibilities," she recalls.
Rebecca got through that challenge and others that have come her way due to her single-minded determination. "Sometimes you have to be willing to stop everything and make your diabetes care the first priority, which may be hard when everyone around you is busy living at their own pace. I have learned that fitting diabetes in is kind of like another extracurricular club, because it's something you have to make time for in your schedule," she says.
Now a first-year student at the College of William & Mary, Rebecca plans to major in anthropology, get more involved in advocacy through the school's chapter of the College Diabetes Network, and, more generally speaking, enjoy every minute of her college experience. "I'm looking forward to continuing my involvement in ballroom dance and choir, exploring the many kinds of classes the college has to offer, and becoming a part of this spirited and diverse community."
Moving Toward His Goals
"Test often and keep your blood sugar in range. Other than that, partake in the same joys of life as everyone around you!"
—Gordon, Mine Hill, N.J., attending Princeton University
Many college students with type 1 diabetes have lived with it for years. Not so for Gordon, who was diagnosed smack in the middle of his senior year of high school. "When the doctors told me I had T1D, I didn't really know what to think. It was just two days after Christmas, and I felt like the whole world had just come crashing down on me," he recalls.
From his hospital bed, Gordon filled out college applications due by the end of the month. He also tried to come to grips with his new life. An unexpected new friend helped him start to see the possibilities. "My roommate in the hospital was freshly diagnosed like me, and we spent our diabetes education sessions together. He was here in a foreign-exchange program with Germany, so I had a chance to practice some of my high school German on him," Gordon explains.
Heading back to school, Gordon received immediate support from understanding teachers and classmates. "My friends in AP statistics even made a game out of guessing my numbers right before the bell rang at 3 p.m.," he says.
Gordon also jumped back in to his usual busy schedule serving as a youth soccer referee, keeping in mind his added responsibility of managing his type 1. "Some days I would get three games to ref in a row. In those cases, I would check my blood sugar often and make sure to have plenty of snacks on me in case chasing after the players left me low."
Only a year after his diagnosis, Gordon now attends Princeton University, where he is majoring in computer science and plans to start a chapter of the College Diabetes Network to connect with other students with T1D. "I'm excited to live on this beautiful campus and embark on a lifelong career. Go, Tigers!"
Inspired and Inspiring
"I wrote my scholarship essay on Franklin Delano Roosevelt, arguably our greatest president, and how he overcame the challenge of polio to lead our nation through the Great Depression and the Second World War. Roosevelt and other leaders like President Obama have given me great inspiration and hope whenever I have struggled with diabetes. I would encourage every teenager with diabetes to find a source of hope for themselves and use it to drive forward and accomplish great things."
—Ben, East Peoria, Ill., attending University of Chicago
Ben was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2008, right before the U.S. presidential election. It was good timing for him, because seeing Barack Obama elected president gave Ben the hope he needed to believe that anything was possible, including living life to the fullest with T1D.
First, however, Ben had to get through his early teen years, which he admits were a challenge. "Being a teenager with diabetes was difficult to manage. I simply didn't want to think about checking my blood sugar, taking insulin, and counting carbs. However, over time with the help of my parents, my endocrinologist, and the nursing staff at school, I realized that the task was less daunting than I had previously imagined."
Ben is now a first-year student at the University of Chicago, where he plans to study economics. "I feel that it's a field where I can make an important contribution to society, and I am excited to learn amongst some of the greatest economic thinkers of our time," he explains.
Diabetes Scholars Foundation
Since 2004, the Diabetes Scholars Foundation has supported activities related to education for children with diabetes through scholarships for diabetes conferences and higher education. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on factors including involvement in the diabetes community, high academic performance, participation in community and/or extracurricular activities, and ability to demonstrate how they successfully manage the challenges of living with diabetes.
"There is something very special about each young adult who applies to the Foundation," said Mary Podjasek, president, Diabetes Scholars Foundation. "And this is one small way that diabetes can actually be an advantage."
Have a student interested in applying? Applications for this year's scholarships are due by April 15, 2016. For additional information and a scholarship application, visit Diabetesscholars.org.
Disclaimer: The experiences and suggestions recounted in these articles are not intended as medical advice, and they are not necessarily the "typical" experiences of families with a child who has type 1 diabetes. These situations are unique to the families depicted. Families should check with their healthcare professionals regarding the treatment of type 1 diabetes and the frequency of blood glucose monitoring.
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Marriage and Family in the Presidential Election Campaign, and Beyond
By: Helen Alvaré, J.D.
A review of both presidential candidates' platforms and speeches tells us a lot of importance about where both stand regarding the crucial topics of marriage and family. Often, one has the sense that for both candidates, "family" is a group of persons who happen to be the convenient receptacle channeling the delivery of whatever government benefits each is promising.
One candidate (McCain) refers often to "working families." For Senator Obama, there is only the "middle-class family." Neither approaches the family in the time honored categories of Catholic social thought. That is, "family" as a natural, pre-legal entity, tied by bonds of blood, marriage, adoption, and acting as a fundamental building block of a healthy society. Family as the unfolding of the unique, socially sanctioned procreative relationship we call marriage. A little society whose members have individual strengths but also complementary and synergistic strengths. A society disposed by nature to take up the tasks of support, education and moral formation in such a way as to be indispensable for the creation and maintenance of a free, just and sufficiently prosperous nation. Additionally, neither candidate explicitly takes up the language of the family as the literal cradle of life, guarding the lives of children – our entire social future – and also the elderly, and the disabled.
Nonetheless, the word "family" appears in both candidates' literature and in their discourse, often. This reveals that both understand that Americans instinctively assess government policy in light of how it will affect, not just themselves, but the people they love the most in this world. Surprisingly, neither candidate has tried to tap into voters' good graces with a more explicit message on this point.
Setting aside the important things the candidates have failed to say, what have they said explicitly about the family? My approach here will be to consider first anything the candidates have said which might reveal their fundamental understandings — even if not fully concluded or articulated – about the family as the building block of society and the family as the guardian of life. Then I will address additional family-related proposals made by each.
Senator Obama's platform ties a variety of proposed policies to strengthening families. His support for same-sex marriage, (1) however, demonstrates that he subscribes to the notion that families aren't social building blocks, but strictly personal accomplishments. Support for same-sex marriage is inextricably based upon the claim that marriage is most importantly about the emotional commitment of two people of any sex to one another. It is also based upon the notion that marriage is the State's way of indicating respect toward the individual persons it allows to obtain marriage licenses, no matter their sexual preference. These arguments appear in every judicial opinion and article supporting same sex marriage; they are a far cry from a "social" understanding of marriage.
Senator Obama's support for same-sex marriage also has implications for his views on the family as the guardian of life. Simply put: he sees no relationship between the family and the protection of human life. Marriage is rather about the adult individuals involved, who, when same-sexed, cannot procreate. It might further be said that if Senator Obama sees any relationship between the family and human life, it is this: a family relationship is a license to perform some types of homicide. In particular, a blood relationship between a woman and child is a prerequisite in order to allow the woman to seek the legal abortion of her child, at any time after conception, and even right after birth if the abortion was "unsuccessful" and the abortionist wishes to leave the infant to die from dehydration, malnutrition, or other deprivations. Candidate Obama has even declared openly that he supports a federal law to expand abortion rights via the Freedom of Choice Act, and that he would certainly appoint federal judges who support the existing abortion regime.
Senator McCain's platform materials treating various topics reference the family regularly, but, interestingly, not as often as Senator Obama's materials. Regarding same-sex marriage, McCain has said only that he would like to see the states restrict marriage to the union of one man and one woman. He does not support federal action to do the same. There isn't much to be gleaned here regarding McCain's understanding of the family's role as a social building block. That emerges rather from considering how many of his proposals, noted below, place the right and the responsibility upon the family first, to make choices about education, health care, and financial security. These positions together evidence McCain's embracing of the principle of subsidiarity when it comes to families' role in building a stable society. He further indicates that, for families who are not able to take up this role, the State will step in, in some cases. This is similar to Senator Obama's rhetoric on the subject of families who might fall through the cracks, but Senator Obama does not precede this with as much attention to the innate strengths of families.
Regarding the concept of families as the guardians of life, Senator McCain is, in the words of one reporter, "at ease." He is openly and consistently pro-life, and has freely used the term to describe his plans for a "pro-life presidency" and "pro-life policies." He has promised that he will support justices who construe the Constitution faithfully as to its terms. This, as everyone knows by now, is code for "judges-who-won't make-up-rights-out-of thin-air-like-the-'right'-to-abortion."
What are the intentions of each candidate to strengthen families via policies that are not directly on marriage or respect for life, but are closely related to families' economic and physical health? Senator Obama's website says that while he "does not believe that we can simply legislate healthy families, good parenting skills or economic success", government can "eliminate roadblocks parents face" and provide them "tools to help them succeed." As for these, he proposes sweeping, federally-directed, health care reforms that he intends to close the health insurance gap entirely. He proposes special attention to children in their earliest years when interventions could prevent later serious and expensive problems. He also favors government programs paying special attention to strengthening the bonds of fatherhood, and economically assisting single mothers, and rural farm families. This includes laws facilitating better child support collection, and spending more federal spending on such collection. He proposes that when such support is collected from absentee fathers, rather than using it to reimburse the state for welfare payments already made to the mothers in lieu of father's debts, that money too would flow to the mothers. Obama never mentions his tax proposals without promising that these are directed toward assisting "middle class families." This would include an additional tax credit to middle class parents of $1000.
As for Senator McCain, his past voting record combined with his promises about the future indicates that he, too, understands that the government can't remake families in an ideal image, but can provide economic and other incentives to support family stability. Senator McCain's tax proposals regularly reference "working families." He proposes generally to allow income generating families to keep more of their income. He would seek to preserve the Bush tax cuts. He would provide families with dependents a doubling of the current deduction — from $3500 to $7000. He would also increase the child tax credit.
Senator McCain's proposals on health care are also often phrased in terms of family-assistance. He proposes to put more decision making about health care insurance into the hands of families and individuals. He also has proposals designed to expand care especially to uninsured children; he has a record of votes in the past in favor of extending health care coverage to uninsured children.
Regarding assisting single mothers, Senator McCain has in the past, and promises to continue in the future, to support laws automating and unifying state child support collection and distribution procedures, toughening child support collection procedures, and rewarding states who demonstrate good collection performance. Senator McCain has voted several times in the past to support federal welfare policies whose primary goals are to reduce out-of-wedlock pregnancies, and strengthen marriage and fatherhood.
This list is not complete. One could ask about education and workplace policies, and much more. This is a testament to the sheer number of federal laws which affect family life (in addition to myriad state laws which do the same). There is enough here however to provide more than a glimpse of the basic dispositions of the two candidates toward families.
(1) Senator Obama has orally claimed to oppose same-sex marriage. Yet in written commitments to same-sex marriage proponents, he has expressed (vehement) opposition to states' attempts to define marriage as the union of one man and one woman. CITE
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What Does It Really Mean When Your Food Is "GMO?"
You might have had the term "GMO" thrown at you before, most likely in an ominous context. In the 20-plus years GMO foods have been on the market, confusion, misinformation, and conflicting claims have run rampant. It's time to answer some questions: What does GMO stand for? Are GMO foods better for you than traditional foods? And, the most important question on many consumers' minds, are GMO foods safe?
GMO stands for genetically modified organism, and GMOs are essentially a plant, animal or microorganism that has undergone DNA modification. To eliminate the jargon, GMO foods are crops and animals that are developed to eliminate undesirable traits and introduce new, desirable traits that will benefit consumers. There are 10 GMO crops and one GMO animal that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and are currently on the market in the U.S.
Before GMO foods, food producers used selective breeding to make their crops taste better, have a higher output, and be hardier and resistant to damage during the production process. This practice has been done for more than 10,000 years and is commonly referred to as "traditional breeding." This traditional method of crop production is basically a stepping stone to the DNA modification techniques used today.
Traditional breeding for crops is done by repeatedly cross-pollinating plants until genes are introduced into the offspring to achieve the most desirable collection of traits. Now, GMO foods work toward the same goals.
The Flavr Savr tomato was the first FDA-approved GMO crop sold in the U.S. Designed by Calgene Inc. in 1994, the Flavr Savr was genetically modified to stay ripe and firm for longer amounts of time. It did so by hindering a gene that makes tomatoes become squishy. The tomato was taken off the market in 1997 when Calgene was purchased by another company, Monsanto. Though there are no more Flavr Savrs, or any other GMO tomatoes, genetically engineered foods have continued to be created, approved and sold in the U.S.
How Are GMO Foods Made?
To create a GMO food, a gene for a particular desired trait is isolated and added to a cell in a laboratory. Once the gene, which sometimes comes from an entirely different species, is added to the cell, a new organism is produced. Scientists use this method to eliminate undesirable genes from a crop or animal as well. The product is then evaluated by the FDA for safety before it is released to the public.
What Are Some GMO Foods?
Out of these 10 crops, there are many different GMO varieties of each. For example, there are 33 different kinds of GMO corn produced in the country. Most of these GMO crops are used as ingredients in other foods that are sold to consumers, including cornstarch, canola oil, cereals, and mayonnaise.
In the past, animals have been genetically engineered for various reasons. Many animals that have undergone genetic engineering are used for research. Some animals are also genetically engineered to improve their relationship with humans as pets, such as hypoallergenic animals. But when it comes to GMO animals as a food source, there is only one approved in the U.S. -- salmon.
In 2015, a genetically engineered salmon was approved by the FDA for consumption in the U.S., making it the first GMO animal food source in the country. The salmon are bred in Canada, raised in Panama and imported into the U.S. as food. The AquAdvantage salmon is engineered to grow larger and more quickly than traditional salmon because of an rDNA construct that was introduced that contains a growth hormone.
For GMO foods to be approved by the FDA, they must meet the same food safety requirements as traditionally bred foods. Developers of GMO foods are also legally obligated to ensure the safety of their product, and each product goes through a lengthy evaluation process.
Ninety percent of scientists believe GMO foods are safe for consumption, according to a New York Times article. Numerous studies have been conducted on the safety of GMOs, and organizations including the World Health Organization, the American Medical Association, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the International Council for Science have all endorsed GMO foods as being safe.
GMOs are not only widely considered safe, but GMO foods have also been cited as having a higher output and a lower amount of toxins. There have been no proven links to GMO foods and any health issues.
However, the public is much less trusting of GMO foods.
What Are The Arguments Against GMO Foods?
Since the conception of the very first GMO tomato, there have been people and organizations who condemn GMO foods as "Frankenfoods" loaded with chemicals that haven't been tested for safety and that provide no health benefits to the consumer.
Edited images of fish-tomato hybrids and tomatoes with syringes sticking out of them were the face of the emerging non-GMO movement, prompting fear from consumers who were uncertain about this new method of food production. These images, of course, were made to shock and are not accurate depictions of GMO foods and how they're made.
Non-GMO movements have claimed GMO foods cause cancers, autism, and allergies. They say GMO production has led to the declining bee population and kills off other pollinators, such as butterflies. There are also arguments that if livestock eat GMO foods, then GMOs are then present in meat, dairy, and eggs. However, there is no evidence to support these claims.
In 2016, a comprehensive 388-page report was published by the National Academy of Sciences that stated GMOs are just as safe to eat as non-GMO crops and have caused no harmful environmental impacts throughout their production.
How Can You Tell Which Products Have GMOs?
In 2016, Congress passed a law requiring food packagers to label products that contain GMO ingredients. However, implementation has been delayed while specifics about the regulation are being proposed.


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What Did King Tut Do During His Reign?
King Tutankhamun's main accomplishment during his nine-year reign was the restoration of the old Amun religion, displacing King Akhnaten's single-god Aten religion. Tut died when he was 18 or 19, and would have been almost entirely forgotten by history were it not for the discovery of his remarkably well-preserved tomb by Howard Carter in 1922.
It is likely that Tut acceded to the throne at the age of 9 after King Akhnaten was forced to abdicate, perhaps after the short rule of the shadowy King Smenkhare. Tut moved the royal court back to Thebes, away from the city of Amarna preferred by Akhnaten. Because of his youth, Tut's advisers Ay and General Horemheb likely governed Egypt while Tut grew into his role.
There is evidence of great turmoil after Tut's death. His wife Ankhesenamun wrote a letter to the king of the Hittites, requesting a royal son to marry so that she would not have to marry a commoner — likely Ay or Horemheb, both of whom acceded to the throne after Tut's death, according to Bio. In the end, she married the old Ay as a second wife, but soon disappeared from history. Ay ruled for about four years, then was succeeded by his rival Horemheb. It was probably Horemheb who systematically destroyed all records of the Amarna dynasty that ended with Tut.


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Birthplace: Kiev, Ukraine
Religion: Jewish
Executive summary: Jackie on That 70's Show
Mila Kunis was born and spent her earliest years in Kiev. As the Soviet Union began descending into chaos, her family emigrated to Los Angeles, and 7-year-old Kunis learned English and capitalism from watching The Price is Right, where, she says, Bob Barker had excellent diction. In grade school she nagged her parents for permission to take acting classes, and the lessons started after school when she was nine. She first appeared on TV commercials as a girl delighted with her new Barbie doll and Payless shoes, and at 11 she landed a small part on a single episode of the soap opera Days of Our Lives. She had a recurring role on early episodes of 7th Heaven, and was briefly seen in the 1998 Richard Dreyfuss comedy Krippendorf's Tribe.
Studios prefer to avoid all the rules and regulations that come into play when hiring underage actors, so the casting call for That '70s Show specifically said that performers had to be 18. "It's a lying business", she has said. "If they want someone Spanish, you tell them you're Spanish. They wanted someone 18..." so she simply lied about her age. The show's producers were impressed by her reading as the spoiled and self-obsessed Jackie Burkhart, and decided to hire her despite the deception. She was 14 when the pilot episode was filmed, and the show ran eight seasons and made her famous. Years after the show ended, she began a relationship and had a daughter with her '70s Show boyfriend Ashton Kutcher.
She replaced Lacey Chabert as the voice of the bespectacled daughter Meg Griffin on Family Guy beginning with that cartoon's second season in 2000. She also voices most of the female characters on Seth Green's Robot Chicken.
On the big screen, her best reviews came as Kirsten Dunst's best friend in the teen comedy Get Over It, and Natalie Portman's understudy in Black Swan. In less memorable movies, she played New Kid on the Block Joey McIntyre's bride in Tony 'n' Tina's Wedding, the femme fatale in American Psycho II with William Shatner, a prostitute in Tom 51 with Jason Mewes, and Taryn Manning's lesbian lover in After Sex.
Kunis has Heterochromia iridis, which sounds scary but merely means the irises of her eyes are of different colors. One is green, the other blue, but it is rarely noticeable even in close-ups. Other celebrities with Heterochromia iridis include Dan Aykroyd, Jane Seymour, and the late Gracie Allen.
Father: Mark Kunis (mechanical engineer)
Mother: Elvira Kunis (physics teacher)
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Husband: Ashton Kutcher (actor, together since 2012, m. 4-Jul-2015, one daughter)
Daughter: Wyatt Isabelle Kutcher (b. 30-Sep-2014)
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On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection: Or, The Preservation ...
shall fall compared to that of the action and reactiol of the innumerable plants and animals which hav' determined, in the course of centuries, the proportional numbers and kinds of trees now growing on the old Indian ruins l
[The dependency of one organic being on another, as of a parasite on its prey, lies enerally between beings remote in the scale of nature. This is often the case with those which may strictly be said to struggle with each other for existence, as in the case of locusts and, grass-feeding quadrupeds. But the struggle almost invari- ' ably will be most severe between the individuals of f the same species, for they frequent the same districts,I require the same food, and are exposed to the same\ dangers. In the case of varieties of the same species, the struggle will generally be almost equally severe," and we sometimes see the contest soon decided: for ' instance, if several varieties of wheat be sown together, and the mixed seed be resown, some of'the varieties which best suit the soil or climate, or are naturally the most fertile, will beat the others and so yield more seed, and will consequently in a few years quite supplant the other varieties. To keep up a mixed stock of even such extremely close varieties as the variously coloured sweet-peas, they must be each year harvested separately, and the seed then mixed in due proportion, otherwise the weaker kinds will steadily decrease in numbers and disappear. So again with the varieties of sheep: it has been asserted that certain mountainvarieties will starve out other mountain-varieties, so that they cannot be kept together. The same result has followed from keeping together different varieties of the medicinal leech. It may even be doubted whether the varieties of any ' one of our domestic plants or animals have so exactly the same strength, habits, and constitution, that the original proportions of a mixed stock could be kept up for half-a-dozen generations, if they were allowed to struggle together, like beings in a state of nature, and if the seed or young were not annually sorted. .
5 species of ,the same genus have usually, though by no means invariably, some similarity in habits and constitution, and always in structure, the struggle will generally be more severe between species of the same genus, when they come into competition with each other,
STRUGGLE FOR EXISTENCE
than between species of distinct genera. We see this in the recent extension over parts of the' nited States of one species of swallow having caused the decrease of another species. The recent increase of the missel-thrush in parts of Scotland has caused the decrease of the song-thrush; How frequently we hear of one species of rat taking the place of another species under the most different climatesl In Russia the small Asiatic cockroach has everywhere driven before it - its great congener. One species of charlock will supplant another, and so in other cases. We can dimly see why the competition should be most severe between allied forms, which fill nearly the same place in the economy of nature ; but probablyLin no one case could we precisely say why one species has been victorious over another in the great battle of life]
A corollary of the highest importance may be deduced from the foregoing remarks, namely, that the structure of every organic being is related, in the most essential yeF often hidden manner, to that of all other organic beings, with which it comes into competition for food or residence, or from which it has to escape, or on which it preys. This is obvious in the structure of the teeth and talons of the tiger; and in that of the legs and claws of the parasite which clings to the hair on the tiger's body. But in the beautifully plumed seed of the dandelion, and in the flattened and fringed legs of the water-beetle, the relation seems at first confined to the elements of air and water. Yet the advantage of plumed seeds no doubt stands in the closest relation to the land being already thickly clothed by other plants; so that the seeds may be widely distributed and fall on unoccu— pied ground. In the water-beetle, the structure of its legs, so well adapted for diving, allows it to compete with other aquatic insects, to hunt for its own prey, and to escape serving as prey to other animals.
The store of nutriment laid up within the seeds of many plants seems at first sight to have no sort of relation to other plants. But from the strong growth of young plants produced from such .seeds (as peas and beans), when sown in the midst of long grass, it may be suspected that the chief use of the nutriment in the seed is to favour the growth of the young seedling, whilst struggling with other plants growing vigorously all around. '
Look at a plant in the midst of its range, why does it not double or quadruple its numbers? We know that it can perfectly well withstand a little more heat or cold, dampness or dryness, for elsewhere it ranges into slightly hotter or colder, damper or drier districts. In this case we can clearly see that if we wished in imagination to give the plant the power of increasing in number, we should have to give it some advantage over its competitors, or over the animals which preyed on it. On the confines of its geographical range, a change of constitution with respect to climate would clearly be an advantage to our plant; but we have reason to believe that only a few plants or animals range so far, that they are destroyed by the rigour of the climate alone. Not until We reach the extreme confines of life, in the Arctic regions or on the borders of an utter desert, will competition cease. The land may be extremely cold or dry, yet there will be competition between some few species, or between the individuals of the same species, for the warmes or dampest spots. '
Hence, also, we can see that when a plant or animal is placed in a new country amongst new competitors, though the climate may be exactly the same as in its former home, yet the conditions of its life will generally be changed in an essential manner"1 If we wished-to' increase its average numbers in its new home, we should have to modify it in a different way to what we should have to do in its native country; for we should have to give it some advantage over a different set ofcompetitors or enemies.
It is good agile try in nunimaainatioa .tasimany forniflsofimdygntagg Hoven~anotherg Probably in no single instance should we know what to do, so as to succeed. It will convince us of our ignorance on the mutual relations of all organic beings; a conviction as necessary, as it seems to be difficult to acquire. All that we can do, is to keep steadily in mind that each organic being is striving to increase in a geometrical ratio; that each at some period of its life, during some season of the year, during each generation or at intervals, has to struggle for life, and to suffer great destruction. When we reflect on this struggle, we may console ourselves with the full belief, that the war of nature is not incessant, that no fear is felt, that death is generally prompt, and that the vigorous,the healthy,and the happy survive and multiply;
Natural Selection—its power compared with man's selection—its power on characters of trifling importance—its power at all ages and on both sexes—~Sexual Selection—On the generality of intercrosses between individuals of the same species—Circumstances favourable and unfavourable to Natural Selection, namely, intercrossing, isolation, number of individuals—Slow action— Extinction caused by Natural Selection—Divergence of Character, related to the diversity of inhabitants of any small area, and to naturalisation—Action of Natural Selection, through Divergence of Character and Extinction, on the descendants from a. common parent—Explains the Grouping of all organic beings— Advance in organisation—Low forms preserved—Objections considered—Indefinite multiplication of species——Summa.ry.
How will the struggle for existence, discussed too briefly in the last chapter, act in regard to variation? Can the principle of selection, which we have seen is so potent in the hands of man, apply in nature? I think we shall see that it can act most effectually. Let it be borne in mind in what an endless number of strange peculiarities our domestic productions, and, in a lesser degree, those under nature, vary; and how strong the hereditary tendency is. Under domestication, it may be truly. said that the whole organisation becomes in some degree plastic. But the variability, which we almost
universally meet with in our domestic productions is i
not directly produced, as Hooker and Asa Gray have well remarked, by man; he can neither originate varieties, nor prevent their occurrence; he can only preserve and accumulate such as do occur ; unintentionally he exposes organic beings to new and changing conditions of life, and variability ensues; but similar changes of conditions might and do occur under nature. Let it also be borne in mind how infinitely complex and close-fitting are the mutual relations of all organic beings to each other and to their physical conditions of life; and consequently what infinitely varied diversities of structure may be of use to each being under changing conditions of life. LCan it, then, be thought improbable, seeing
Eat variationswusefulgto man have undoubtedlyoccurre'd'l at other variations useful in s61h€WéY"to'each being in the great and complex battle of life,§hould sometimes occur in the course "of thousands of generations '1'] If such do occur, can we doubt (remembering'tba'tminany more ' ividuals are born than can possibly surviVe) that Elixiduelawhayiime--anyl advantage. however slight, ver others, onguldwhave the t. chance of surviving and of procreating. their kindfiPn the other hand,' we'rna'y feel sure that any varia i the least degree injurious would be rigidly destroyed. '\L.llfhi_s__preservation of fa oura-ble variations and the lejection of hm Variations neither useful nor injurious would not be affected by natural selection, and would be left a fluctuating element, as perhaps we see in the species called polymorphic.
Several writers have misapprehended or objected to the term Natural Selection. Some hg[e_e_ven ima 'ned that natural selection inlduce'sw 'variallility,\w"fi'éfeas it impliesroniy'ffiemp—fgfiation of such varia—LEESWI and are-beneficiaf't'o'fthg'mbfgiinflg'under its conditionsrpf lifg; Nipple. Iobjecteéo agriculturisTs'speaking "of/wthe potent effects'of man's selection.;,_and in this caseJhe individual di erences given..hyhnaturey'wli'iclf'man for someobjects s ects, must of necessity first occur. Others have objected that the term selection implies conscious choice in the animals which become modified; and it has even been urged that as plants have no volition, natural selection is not applicable to them! In the literal sense of the word, no doubt, natural selection is a misnomer; but who ever objected to chemists speaking of the elective affinities of the various elements ?—and yet an acid cannot strictly be said to elect the base with which it will in preference combine. It has been said that I speak of natural selection as an active power or Deity; but who objects to an author speaking of the attraction of gravity as ruling the movements of the planets '2 Every one knows what is meant and is implied by such metaphorical expressions; and they are almost necessary for brevity. So again it is difficult to avoid personifying the word Nature; @ut I mean by Nature, only the aggregate action and product of many natural laws, and by laws the sequence of events as ascertained by us; With a little familiarity such superficial objections will be forgotten.


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How long do all of your favourite foods last after they are opened?
There are a few surprises in this helpful chart I found on HuffPost Parents on Facebook – so I thought it was worth sharing with you all.
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A 3.5" floppy disk is needed to save the game; which had to be purchased separately from the game. Enter the URL for the tweet you want to embed. Described to be … The game was exclusively in the Japanese language until an English translation patch was created for the Nintendo Famicom.[5]. Why would the humans create monsters just to destroy them? Last Armageddon is an infamously player-unfriendly RPG for Japanese PCs, released by a new developer trying to subvert the Dragon Quest template for JRPGs. Instead, some monsters have skills that allow them to create items, weapons, or armor. By signing in you confirm that you are of legal age, that you agree to our Terms & Conditions, our Privacy Notice and how we use Cookies. Posted Finally, the music is totally different and rather less appealing, sporting influences from surf rock and atonal bass drone. Gone are towns and NPCs, gone are the virtuous heroes and their quests. Do it now! Ad-free browsing; Rom recommendations tailored to you (the more roms you rate or add to your collection, the better the recommendations become). With an intro of that caliber, what follows is strange and disappointing. If matching items are found, select the right one from the list. Register now and enjoy:. With a bit of planning, you can distribute characteristics like the Slime's physical resistance to weaker monsters who need it, or give the G-Snake the ability to equip weapons and armor, making it even more of a powerhouse. There's no in-game checklist, so hopefully you've been keeping track of which ones you've seen this whole time! They turned their minds to drama, dreaming up 12 tribes of monsters in order to watch them be destroyed by angels. Iijima left after its release to become the head of developer Pandora Box, where he'd work on further RPGs like Burai and Alshark, and eventually another game in the Last Armageddon universe. The Slime finds a book warning of industrial waste, particularly sludge in the ocean, which he really identifies with. Once a monster in your party decapitates one of these humans (as they do to anything they don't understand), you discover they're all just robots, part of a LARPing simulation run by a computer for the amusement of the bygone humans. This process takes no more than a few hours and we'll Last Armageddon (JP) - [6] [unmountable sub].sub : 0ac9aede: Last Armageddon (JP) - [6].ccd Hello, great to have you on board! [8], Both the demon soldiers and their enemies may cast magic spells or physical attacks. As characters advance in level, the monster images change slightly. It's hard to imagine a cooler concept, but the game is riddled with cruel design decisions, unclear directions, and hilariously uneven pacing that make it less than an ideal play experience. Released in 1990. [8] Much later in the game, concurrent themes including Adolf Hitler,[9] war,[9] creating a perfect race of people,[9] and the destruction of humanity in the year 1999 are revealed to the player inside one of the robot's main bases. Humans were almost wiped out in 1999 by monsters, but some survived. ©® 2020 Corre Hierstetter GbR. Most noticeably, all the first-person dungeons are replaced with top-down ones and given more sensible layouts, with graphics to help distinguish different areas. The PC Engine definately deserves more love in the translation scene which is bizare considering the sheer amount of quality JRPG's and exclusive Japanese titles it has. [8] Some magic attacks have the ability to inflict poison damage on any of the player's creatures. Hayama often used his music to make games look spooky and dark. Then for the Sharp X68000 on March 1st 1989, TurboGrafx CD on August 31st … And while the game is generally trashed on English-language sites, it is remembered quite fondly on Japanese sites, called a "masterpiece" on a few of them. It will take a foursome of level 5-10 characters in order to defeat the robots inside the dome. Last Armageddon (ラストハルマゲドン, Rasuto Harumagedon) is a 1988 post-apocalyptic role-playing video game for the NEC PC-8801, MSX, Sharp X68000, DOS personal computers, PC Engine CD-ROM², and Nintendo Family Computer. You're dropped into a dull world of greys and browns, within a circle of lithographs scattered upon the ground around you, at the entrance to Hell. Described to be the antithesis of the Dragon Quest fantasy series, the introductory story deals with life after all organisms (humans and animals) have been wiped out by a mysterious force. The Nintendo Family Computer version lacks the monster encyclopedia that exists in the other versions of the game. In the PC Engine version, all the 3D maps are shown as flat two-dimensional dungeons. The alien from the opening sequence reveals that this was all a simulation designed to remind humans of the qualities they have lost during their evolution as a species, and to warn them against continuing on their current path. Only goblins and orcs can be equipped with swords, unlike in the other versions. The new designs are almost all better, more varied, and more menacing, but they don't show much resemblance to the original monsters that went into them. View video of game. We will never share your personal data. any Giant Bomb content. Inconsolable – review and brief playthrough of the machine-translated Famicom version. The Minotaur is flabbergasted that humans would enjoy such a thing as a fantasy RPG: "Fantasy!? Last Armageddon (ラストハルマゲドン, Rasuto Harumagedon) is a 1988 post-apocalyptic role-playing video game for the NEC PC-8801, MSX, Sharp X68000, DOS personal computers, PC Engine CD-ROM², and Nintendo Family Computer. Giant Bomb users. But hardware limitations mean the dialogue is very concise, and more than half the monsters were cut from this version. A less ambiguous revelation is that the top of the tower is actually an entrance to the Overworld, an entirely new map where the second half of the game takes place. Re: Last Armageddon (PC Engine CD) Hacker Wanted! Described to be … [8] Therefore, they were able to breathe the air and use the land. The Golem finds a clay idol, evidence of humans trying to make humans with their own hands, and feels the despair at their learning they did not create themselves. You increase Defense by defending, Magical Strength by using spells, and so forth. By signing in you confirm that you are of legal age, that you agree to our Terms & Conditions, our Privacy Notice and how we use Cookies. After a few dungeons, you'll open the way to the Tower of No Return. Gone are towns and NPCs, gone are the virtuous heroes and their quests. There are two groups of four monsters that the player controls; a "daytime" group and a "nighttime" group. Once a monster reaches a certain level, they transform into a stronger and more terrifying form. Though it's the worst version of the game, the Famicom one is the only one with a "fan translation." A caveat: it's clearly the product of a machine translation, and the results range from silly to maddeningly unreadable. by hollowaytape on December 7, 2017. for Last Armageddon (Version 7-0904-R1D) (NTSC-J) to Emuparadise. After 20+ hours of wandering through dungeons and button-mashing through random battles, this is a pretty amusing and cruel line to read. The monsters are filled with fear, a new emotion for them. Its sales on MSX2 and PC-88 far exceeded expectations, selling out its initial run on the release day. Greed came about when Noah, warned of the flood, keeps his ark secret from his neighbors and family to ensure he has enough wood to build one himself. He only begrudgingly lets his family aboard, and brings the animals solely for food. Last Armageddon (ラストハルマゲドン, Rasuto Harumagedon) is a 1988 post-apocalyptic role-playing video game for the NEC PC-8801, MSX, Sharp X68000, MS-DOS, PC Engine CD-ROM², and Nintendo Family Computer.
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. . . a feature, not a bug.
Houston's Alley Theatre is running "An Act of God," a loosely dramatized collection of irreverent one-liners about God by New York comedy writer David Javerbaum, late of "The Daily Show."
The script is troubling, writes critic Robert Donahoo.
Like so much stand-up comedy today, it is wickedly funny, but the humor depends on audiences weeded out . . .
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How France and Great Britain surrendered the county to the leader of the National Socialist German Workers Party (the "Nazis") in 1938.
The brutality of the occupation by the German Waffen Schutzstaffel (the "SS").
How on May 6, 1945, Czechs ran into the streets to greet their American liberators with gifts of food and beer, with kisses, and with armloads of lilacs.
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Pietro Giacomo Nonis (* 24. April 1927 in Fossalta di Portogruaro, Provinz Venedig, Italien; † 15. Juli 2014 in Vicenza) war Bischof des Bistums Vicenza.

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Pietro Giacomo Nonis empfing am 2. Juli 1950 das Sakrament der Priesterweihe. Er war Professor für Philosophie und Vizerektor der Universität Padua.

Papst Johannes Paul II. ernannte ihn am 20. Februar 1988 zum Bischof von Vicenza. Der Patriarch von Venedig, Marco Kardinal Cé, spendete ihn am 9. April 1988 die Bischofsweihe; Mitkonsekratoren waren Abramo Freschi, Bischof von Concordia-Pordenone, und Arnoldo Onisto, emeritierter Bischof von Vicenza. Sein bischöflicher Wahlspruch war Sub Tuum praesidium. Am 6. Oktober 2003 nahm Johannes Paul II. seinen altersbedingten Rücktritt an.

Er war der Initiator der Renovierung der Kathedrale von Vicenza Cattedrale di Santa Maria Annunziata, Duomo di Vicenza und konnte 1991 Papst Johannes Paul II. zur Fertigstellung einladen. Er war Initiator der Seligsprechung von Giovanna Meneghini, der Gründerin der Ursulinenkongregation vom Heiligen Herzen Mariens (Suore orsoline del Sacro Cuore di Maria).

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INSIDE STORY: Count your many blessings — name them two by two
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Donald Trump Is Forgiving 'Loans' to His Own Campaign
Posted By: Beau Weisman June 23, 2016
CATEGORIES: Beau's Corner Government TAGS:National
After bragging every day that he was "self-funding" his presidential campaign, Donald Trump announced June 23 that he was forgiving the millions of dollars he "loaned" to his campaign, according to CNN. Why? One reason, it seems, is that potential donors to his campaign were concerned that Trump would use those donations to repay his loans. In other words, putting the money back in his own pocket.
As of May 31, Trump's loans to his campaign allegedly amounted to $46.1 million — and about 17% of the cash Trump spent in his campaign was at facilities he owned or for equipment he owned or leased. In effect, he was paying himself for the use of his own facilities.
The announcement came in a week dominated by headlines about Trump's fundraising efforts lagging behind those of Hillary Clinton, who was said to have about $42 million compared to Trump's $1.3 million on hand at the end of May.
"After self-funding his primary election, Mr. Trump and the campaign have assembled an exceptional fundraising operation, which in recent days has been overwhelmed with contributions for the Republican Party," his campaign said in a statement announcing the loan forgiveness.
Or, as The Donald might say on his way to making America great again — "It's amazing!"
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Robert Kraft's Super Bowl Ring Sells for Over $1M for All In Challenge
By Brian Jones - May 23, 2020 03:05 pm EDT
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft just sold his Super Bowl 51 ring at a monster price. This week, the Patriots announced Kraft's ring from Super Bowl LI sold for $1.025 million for the All In Challenge, which is a digital fundraiser to help feed people in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic. The money will go directly to Feeding America, Meals On Wheels, World Central Kitchen and No Kid Hungry. The person who also won the bid to get the Super Bowl ring will also get to meet Kraft at Gillette Stadium.
Last week, the ring surpassed $1 million in just two days. When it was all said and done, there were a total of 35 bids. "Celebrating the Patriots FIFTH Lombardi Trophy under Robert Kraft's ownership, the ring features 283 diamonds surrounding the Patriots logo & five Lombardi Trophies," the description stated on the official All In Challenge website.
SOLD for $1,025,000 in the #ALLINCHALLENGE
All of the proceeds from RKK's SBLI ring will provide meals to those who need it most. pic.twitter.com/RrQRJzpZGH
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) May 22, 2020
"The 5.1 carat-weight ring, crafted with 10 karat white gold, was the largest Super Bowl ring created at the time. Robert Kraft's personal Super Bowl LI Championship ring is a one of a kind collector's item commemorating one of the greatest franchises in sports history. The top bidder will be flown to Boston on Robert Kraft's private plane from anywhere in the continental U.S. and be taken to Gillette Stadium, where they will receive the Super Bowl ring from Kraft himself in the team's trophy room."
As mentioned, the ring was from the Patriots fifth Super Bowl win, which was probably their sweetest as they defended the Falcons in overtime after being down 28-3 late in the third quarter. "Two years ago, we won our fourth Super Bowl down in Arizona, and I told our fans that was the sweetest one of all," Kraft said after the Patriots won. "But a lot has transpired over the last two years. And I don't think that needs any explanation. But I want to say to our fans, to our brilliant coaching staff, our amazing players who were so spectacular: this is unequivocally the sweetest." We'll see if the Patriots can go for Super Bowl win No. 7 in 2020, which will be a challenge since Tom Brady left the team to sign with the Patriots.
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