Town leaders in Woodbridge have banned guns from all town-owned property and buildings with a new ordinance that is similar to what a handful of other municipalities in Connecticut have already adopted.
The Woodbridge Board of Selectmen unanimously passed the ordinance. First Selectman Ellen Scalettar says many residents already expected guns to be banned at public spaces like local playgrounds, hiking trails, libraries and town hall.
Woodbridge teacher Jean Molot worked on the measure with Scalettar. She says she was affected by the mass shooting in Newtown and expected federal gun safety legislation to pass in its wake.
When that didn't happen, Molot say she looked at what could be done locally. She says the response from people who live in the town has been positive.
"There were several people who spoke at the hearing in favor of the ordinance," Molot says. "I've gotten a lot of positive reinforcement."
But legal gun owners say the law may be ignored by criminals.
"Woodbridge residents are less safe now because criminals will simply ignore this ordinance if they mean to cause harm," says the president of the Connecticut Citizens Defense League. "Criminals will also instinctively know that law-abiding people will not have the means to effectively protect themselves."
He calls the ordinance "a feel good measure" that he argues sends the wrong message.
RJ, a gun-owning former Woodbridge resident who still spends time in the town, says he doesn't personally carry his own weapons in many of the places in question.
"I'm not going to be walking into my town hall or my library to read a book with my firearm on me," he says. "The people who do carry these guns, with these permits, I don't feel are the ones that we need to be worried about."


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Top Democrat WHINES About Treatment At Inauguration…Weakness Is REVEALED!
By Samantha Roberts
President Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States Friday and featured religious leaders from multiple faiths, ethnicities and genders. It included Democrats and Republicans. Yet one senator is calling on Trump to speak out about the lack of inclusion at the event.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-NY, who spoke during Trump's inauguration, claimed on CNN that he "heard catcalls" during his speech and that other people told him of "booing" as well. Rather than even considering that any such actions, if they are true, may be in protest to some of his political activities, he blasted people for doing so during a story he told about a Civil War hero from Rhode Island.
The clip aired on CNN included the introduction of Schumer's speech where he listed many protected and minority groups. Schumer said he could not hear much, but that he was told about it later. Schumer said that any protest of his speech speaks "poorly of them, not of what I said." He then added that he heard boos when he spoke of the "rule of law."
"That speech given with any other president or audience would've been cheered," Schumer said, "It's not controversial language to say 'we're all Americans' [or to] reach out to others."
Schumer then turned his attention to Trump, who he referred to as "President-elect." He criticized Trump's speech for not doing more to bring people together. Schumer concluded by saying that he hopes President Trump will "speak positively about being inclusive."
Source: Fox News
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This morning, the Wall Street Journal's Charles Hutzler has an article (reg. req'd.) on page B1 about the Open Net Initiative's most recent two reports on China blocking tactics. Our most recent two reports, produced through our partnership with the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab and the University of Cambridge's Advanced Network Research Group, are here and here.
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Non Hindu Traders: Police deployment in front of VV Puram Subrahmanya Temple; Bajrang Dal organizer Tejas Gowda arrested IG News
Dharma Dangal, which was quiet for the last seven to eight months, has started again. Subramanya Swami Jatre (Subramanya Temple) will be held today at VV Puram, Bengaluru. Hindu Organizations had demanded that non-religious people should not be allowed to trade in the fair. An internal meeting was held by Hindu organizations and it was decided that non-Hindu traders should not be allowed to trade. But MLA Uday Garudachar warned Hindu organizations that all religions would be allowed. Riots are not allowed in the fair. However, they warned that legal action would be taken if they were to riot.
Campaign on Social Media
Following the MLA's warning, Hindu organizations have started a campaign on Twitter and WhatsApp not to go to the shops of non-religious people. They are campaigning to buy from Hindus in the fair.
Subrahmanya Temple
Bajrang Dal organizer Tejas Gowda, who said that non-Hindus will not be allowed to trade in the fair, has been taken into custody.
Indignation of Hindu organizations for giving permission
Hindu organizations have expressed their outrage over the fact that businesses of all religions have been allowed. In this background Hindu activists had planned around the fair not to enter the field and do business.
Against this backdrop, police have been deployed in the vicinity of the fair and the temple. Some Hindu activists including Tejas Gowda were taken into custody overnight to prevent untoward incidents.
Deployment of more than 600 policemen
More than 600 policemen including 49 PSI, 14 Inspector, 16 ACP have been deployed. Police have taken precautions to avoid any untoward incident.
Brahmin at home, universal human outside
The MLA visited the Subrahmanya Temple in VV Puram, had darshan and spoke to the media. There is no room for riots in tomorrow's fair. He also sent a warning message that legal action will be taken if rioting occurs.
Also Read: Non Hindu Traders: Allow only Hindus to trade in fairs: Petition submitted to Govt
You have taken oath on the constitution. I have no discrimination of caste and religion after sitting in the position of MLA. He expressed his opinion that people of all religions should be allowed to do business.
I am a Brahmin at home, outside I am a universal man. He said that the issue of not allowing Hindus to do business in front of Dargahs and mosques was not brought to my attention.
Do it on purpose
Some Hindu activists are doing tarale on purpose. They protested that they had no other work to do.
Also Read: Belagavi Politics: Old Enmity, New Calculation; Ramesh Jarakiholi lightning traffic in Hebbalkar constituency
What was the appeal of the Hindu organizations?
They have requested that those who don't value the religious sentiments of Hindus, don't value the law of the country, don't believe in idol worship, do Jihad in the name of business, and those who distort Hindu Gods on social media should not be allowed to do business.
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Trees not traffic, cafes not cars, for Edinburgh
Edinburgh is one of the world's most beautiful cities with a city centre to die for. Tourists from around the world come here to visit the castle, walk the streets of the New Town and enjoy the mysteries of the Old Town, while catching glimpses of Arthur's Seat.
But the latest analysis of traffic-generated pollution suggests that visitors and residents may be inhaling toxic gases and particulates at levels even more dangerous to their health than previously thought. We already knew that traffic-borne pollution in much of the city centre, and many of the surrounding streets with "canyon" tenements, is hazardous to human health but the latest study highlights the need for action, and action now.
The study by Edinburgh and Aberdeen universities found that expectant mothers who were regularly exposed to toxic gases and particulates gave birth to babies born with smaller heads and shorter bodies. A similar outcome to babies born to mothers who smoke during pregnancy, except measurably worse!
Over the years various blue-sky thinkers, officers, as well as politicians, have put forward myriad solutions to improving the capital's traffic problem. Despite the best of intentions, none of the proposed strategies – apart from the trams – have seen the light of day. And an incomplete tram system – for that is what we have – can add to, rather than mitigate the problem, particularly on Princes Street.
Edinburgh is now at 'peak car'. People seeking to enjoy the city centre vistas have to compete with cars and end to end buses just to get a view. This is not sustainable in the short-term, far less the long-term.
Just imagine how the city centre could be improved if, for example, George Street, instead of being a car park, became a tree lined boulevard with plenty of space for cafés and street theatre, connecting St Andrews and Charlotte Square. And were Princes Street to be made car-free and used only by trams and the occasional bus, how much more appealing a destination Edinburgh would become?
A pipe dream? Only to those who are stuck in the present and cannot see a better future. Other cities have made massive city centre transformations. Portland, Oregon now has four tram or streetcar routes as they call them. The city centre is now relatively car free, street furniture and new trees give the area a welcoming feel. And local businesses have not suffered. Or take Seoul in South Korea which took the revolutionary step of demolishing the Cheonggyecheon expressway. The artificial river laid in its place created a 9km swath through the city centre, turning the area into a tranquil oasis. The proposal was not exactly welcomed by city centre traders and there were significant street battles between business people and the local police. But once complete even those who had been bitterly opposed changed their way of thinking. And its popularity can be best measured by the ongoing programme of expressway demoliotions – 15 since 2002.
While there was much to welcome in the Edinburgh City Deal, particularly around research and innovation, it was a huge missed opportunity as far as public transport was concerned. £120m to support improvements to the city bypass and Shreriffhall roundabout but only £20m to examine public transport improvements in west Edinburgh. Perhaps if there is ever a second City Deal it could be termed a "Green City Deal" as an indication that government and council both are committed to improving public health and creating quality places.
So it's time to reimagine Edinburgh's city centre. That's a major challenge for the council, local business and local residents. It will take creative thinking and political courage. While it's encouraging that the council will discuss the possible tramline extension to Newhaven next week, we need to develop three or four tram routes so we have an integrated tram and bus system that is attractive to those who currently rely on the car. Pedestrian space needs to be increased and a city centre tree planting programme started, alongside quality street furniture. And the city needs to work with ScotRail to improve service frequency to and from surrounding areas.
I can think of no other country in the world with a city centre like ours that would allow what is its prize asset to effectively be turned into a slow moving traffic jam.
These are the views of Keith Geddes, Policy Director at Pagoda Porter Novelli
Keith Geddes, Policy Director


Cerebrovascular disease is associated with impaired blood supply to the brain due to deformation or damage to blood vessels. Ischemic stroke most often occurs, although hemorrhagic damage to brain tissue is sometimes determined. In any case, the patient faces severe complications, so appropriate treatment should be carried out.
Cerebrovascular disease (CVD) is a group of diseases that are united by a blood supply to the brain. In particular, these include various types of stenosis, aneurysms, and vascular malformations, which can lead to short-term ischemic attacks, hemorrhages and strokes.
The development of cerebrovascular disease is most often associated with hypertension, but in some cases atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, and smoking are a causal factor. Clinical signs of pathology are not always determined, therefore, if a cerebral circulation disorder is suspected, instrumental examinations of the type of MRI, CT, etc. are performed.
Ischemia is the basis of cerebrovascular disease, which is the absence or reduction of blood flow in a limited part of the brain. As a result, heterogeneous areas of ischemia are created. The formation of the ischemic area is associated with damage or deformation of the blood supplying vessel - the artery.
There are several arteries that supply oxygen to different areas of the brain. Damage or occlusion of any of them can lead to stroke and other types of cerebrovascular disease.
The carotid arteries cover most of the brain.
The common carotid artery is divided into the internal and external carotid arteries.
The internal carotid artery enters the anterior cerebral artery and the middle central artery.
Two posterior cerebral arteries depart from the main artery.
The regional branches of the basilar arteries supply the occipital lobe, brain stem and cerebellum.
Disruption of the blood supply to the brain tissue for a few seconds causes ischemia of its cells. If the blood flow is not restored within a few minutes, a heart attack develops, followed by necrosis - cell death. When insufficient cerebral blood circulation is maintained for a longer period, it can lead to a heart attack in the border areas (areas of poor blood supply between the main branches of the cerebral artery).
Areas of brain tissue with a bloodstream of less than 10 ml / 100 g of tissue / min are the most damaged areas, since the cells here die within a few minutes after a stroke. The zone of "ischemic penumbra" with blood flow of more than 25 ml / 100 g of tissue / min continues to function for a longer time (several hours).
An ischemic wave of disturbances occurs where there is an energy problem due to the lack of oxygen and nutrients. The cascade of damage leads to a decrease in the production of adenosine triphosphate or ATP, which is a high-energy molecule necessary for the functioning of cells in the brain. Consumption of ATP continues, despite insufficient production, which leads to a decrease in its total amount and the development of lactate acidosis. In this pathological condition, ionic homeostasis in neurons is disturbed.
Thus, the mechanisms of ischemic damage and the development of stroke are triggered. Ion pumps no longer carry Ca2 + from cells, which in turn causes the release of glutamate, which prevents calcium from penetrating through the cell walls. In the end, the development of apoptosis is initiated and cell death occurs.
In severe cases, global hypoxia-ischemia causes a widespread traumatic brain injury leading to pronounced cognitive complications, called hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy.
The causes of cerebrovascular malformations are not fully understood. Perhaps unfavorable heredity takes place, although the occurrence of pathology is sometimes associated with impaired pregnancy.
Hereditary predisposition: those who have a family history of cerebrovascular diseases and related conditions are at greater risk.
Gender: women often develop a brain aneurysm, followed by hemorrhage in the cerebellum.
Ethnicity: African Americans are more likely to suffer from cerebrovascular disease because of the greater risk of high blood pressure.
Impaired blood supply to the brain can occur in various variations. In particular, the following types of CMB are distinguished.
Cerebrovascular stenosis , which develops due to the accumulation of plaques in the arteries supplying the brain. This leads to their hardening and narrowing, which increases the risk of blood clots inside the vessels.
Cerebral aneurysm - a pathological formation occurs when the wall of the artery that supplies blood to the brain becomes weak and begins to bulge, increasing the risk of rupture of the vessel and the occurrence of bleeding.
Cerebrovascular malformations are pathological formations that are present from birth and affect the condition of the blood vessels in the brain.
An ischemic stroke develops against a background of reduced blood supply in the brain, and hemorrhagic stroke is a hemorrhage in the brain tissue or in the surrounding formation.
Ischemic stroke is considered the most common. It is caused by a blockage of a blood vessel in the brain by a thrombus or an embolus that comes from a proximal arterial source or heart, which causes the brain to lack oxygen.Neurological signs and symptoms of this pathology last longer than 24 hours. When using instrumental imaging techniques, cerebral infarction is determined.
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is also called a mini-stroke. This pathological condition is characterized by blocking the flow of blood in parts of the brain, but at the same time the blood flow is quickly restored and the brain tissue may not be damaged. Symptoms of this pathology are also temporary. After the attack there are no complications or long-term violations. In order to diagnose this disease, all neurological signs and symptoms must go away by themselves within 24 hours. At the same time, cerebral infarction should not be confirmed during visualization of brain structures.
Hemorrhagic stroke . Subarachnoid bleeding occurs when the vessels in the subarachnoid space located around the brain are damaged. The most common cause of subarachnoid hemorrhage is aneurysm rupture due to weakening of the walls of blood vessels and excessive exposure to stress. Neurological symptoms occur on the background of the toxic effects of blood on brain tissue or an increase in intracranial pressure.
Intracerebral hemorrhage leads to bleeding directly into the brain, and not into the surrounding space. Causes and risk factors may include: hypertension, blood thinners, injuries and arteriovenous malformations.
The signs and symptoms of cerebrovascular disease depend on which blood vessels in the brain are damaged and how the cerebral circulation is impaired.
Manifestations of cerebrovascular stenosis are usually not detected until a transient ischemic attack or stroke occurs.
Confusion, disorientation, difficulty understanding, memory loss.
Numbness or weakness of the arm or leg.
Facial weakness or change in facial features, especially on the one hand.
Loss of vision or difficulty with visual perception.
Loss of balance, coordination, or ability to move.
Pain in the head and neck.
Some cerebrovascular malformations can manifest as blood-filled protuberances visible under the skin. Sometimes they are accompanied by pain, but other symptoms are rarely identified.
Confirmation of the diagnosis of cerebrovascular disease is carried out with the participation of a neurologist who examines the symptoms, risk factors, familial predisposition and medical history. A physical examination is conducted, during which the neurological status is carefully studied.
Angiography : a thin tube (catheter) is inserted into a blood vessel, and then a dye is used to isolate blood vessels during x-rays. On the resulting image, any blood clots or other problems with blood vessels can be identified.
Ultrasound examination : using an ultrasound device, blood pressure can be determined at different points of the arms or legs, which helps the doctor determine the blockage of the vessel, as well as the speed of blood flow through the arteries.
Computed tomangiography (CTA) : a non-invasive study that can show the arteries of various parts of the body, including the brain. This test is often performed on patients with pacemakers or stents.
Electroencephalogram (EEG) : during this research method, special electrodes attached to different parts of the head send electrical impulse data from the brain to a special recording device. With it, the pulses are converted into a visual image, which is stored on a computer and then evaluated by a doctor.
Lumbar puncture of the spinal cord : an unsafe study, because during its implementation a needle is used to take a sample of the cerebrospinal fluid from the space surrounding the spinal cord. This test can be useful for detecting blood that has arisen during cerebral hemorrhage.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) : during the study, an image of blood vessels is created. To do this, use a magnetic installation.
Depending on the type and severity of cerebrovascular diseases, the doctor may recommend various types of treatment, including lifestyle changes, medication, careful monitoring, and in severe cases, surgery.
If there is cerebrovascular disease or a high risk is determined, the doctor may recommend a healthy diet, more exercise, quitting smoking and reducing stress.
Anticoagulants - Aspirin-type blood thinners can be used to reduce the risk of blood clots.
Blood pressure lowering drugs : diuretics, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers and other drugs that reduce the risk of hemorrhage in the brain by lowering blood pressure.
Cholesterol-lowering drugs: statins that can help prevent further growth of arterial plaque, causing stenosis and increased blood clotting.
Those with small aneurysms (10 mm or less) are usually exposed to small risks in terms of their rupture, so the doctor may recommend careful monitoring. This will make sure that the aneurysm is not growing and does not show signs of rupture.
Similarly, most cerebrovascular malformations do not pose a serious risk. They are difficult to remove, but some of them may continue to grow if they are not cut. Therefore, surgery can only be recommended if the risk of malformation is serious or the symptoms are extremely pronounced and cannot be eliminated otherwise.
Depending on the location of the aneurysm, deformation or narrowing of the vessel caused by stenosis, options for minimally invasive treatment may be available. They are also known as neurointerns or neuroradiological procedures. To perform them, a catheter is inserted into an artery, aneurysm, malformation or stenosis of a vessel. Their location is determined by the injection of a special dye, which helps to create a clear picture of the cerebrovascular system on an x-ray. Next is the correction of the pathological area by excision or coagulation.
When cerebrovascular stenosis is used balloon filled with air. It is used to expand the narrowed artery, followed by the placement of a stent that holds the artery open. As a result, intravascular coagulation of blood is prevented with subsequent blockage of the artery.
With aneurysm and malformations of the brain, tiny devices are used to correct the problem area. Thus, blood circulation is prevented or vessels in this area are united, which reduces the risk of blood clots, ruptures or hemorrhages.
Since any operation on the brain and surrounding blood vessels is inherently risky, open neurosurgery is usually recommended only in cases where there is a rupture, hemorrhage, or more serious manifestations that threaten the patient's life occur. At the same time, minimally invasive treatment methods do not completely eliminate the cause of cerebral disease.
Most aneurysms and malformations requiring surgical intervention are treated by ectomy, a surgical excision that stops the blood supply to the affected area.
In cases where an ectomy is not possible or there is damage to the artery itself, a bypass surgery may be required. If the main artery is to be bypassed, the implant may be taken from the arm or leg. With the defeat of small arteries, a donor vessel is taken, which usually supplies blood in the region of the face and scalp. Then he is redirected to deliver blood to the brain.
Depending on how the recovery process takes place, you will need to stay in the hospital for four to six days to several weeks. It all depends on the type of surgical procedure performed. The entire recovery process can take weeks or months.
For those who have experienced a stroke or other injury associated with complications from cerebrovascular diseases, physical and cognitive rehabilitation programs are recommended that can help restore or improve certain speech, motor skills and cognitive functions. While damaged brain tissue cannot be repaired, skills can be retrained, since other parts of the brain are able to perform some of the functions of the damaged area.
It is important to observe what you have to eat: It is preferable to prefer a healthy diet and avoid foods high in trans fats and saturated fats.
It is necessary to do physical exercises to maintain weight in the normal range. It has already been proven that regularly staying active strengthens the heart muscle.
It is beneficial for the entire body to avoid smoking, which contributes to vascular clogging and thrombosis. If you are currently unable to quit smoking on your own, you can go through special programs to give up the habit that helps to cope with the problem.
Medicines must be taken as prescribed. Moreover, if there is high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, you need to make sure that the prescribed medications are taken as prescribed.
It is necessary to undergo regular diagnostics: if you have to experience chest pain, fatigue, shortness of breath or other symptoms. It must be remembered that the earlier diagnosis and treatment is carried out, the better the result.
The prognosis of cerebrovascular disease depends on the size and location of the aneurysm, cerebrovascular malformation or severity of stenosis of the vessel. Those who experience more severe symptoms should immediately seek emergency medical care. This efficiency is due to the fact that brain damage caused by complications from cerebrovascular diseases is irreversible.
Stroke: occurs when part of the brain does not normally supply blood because of a blockage or rupture of the corresponding artery, which leads to permanent damage.
Transient ischemic attack: pathology develops when the blood supply to a part of the brain temporarily stops due to a blood clot. Impaired blood flow is quickly restored and does not lead to prolonged brain damage.
Vascular dementia: damage to brain cells caused by a lack of blood supply. Pathology can lead to widespread and permanent loss of mental abilities, known as vascular dementia.
Cerebral disease is a violation of blood circulation in the brain, arising due to blockage or deformation of the vessel, as well as its rupture.
The development of cerebral disease may be associated with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, although in some cases the pathology arises due to hereditary predisposition.
A variety of cerebral disease is aneurysm, stenosis, malformation. The most common ischemic stroke, not so often - hemorrhagic.
MRI, CT, angiography, electroencephalography, spinal cord puncture, ultrasound are used to diagnose cerebral disease.
In the treatment of cerebral disease are used anticoagulants, diuretics, statins, which allow to eliminate the effect of the causative factor. In severe cases, surgery is performed, for which the patient is sent to neurosurgery.
After surgical treatment of cerebral disease, rehabilitation is required, which is based on diet, physical activity, recovery of speech, motor and cognitive skills.
In the absence of timely and adequate treatment, even seemingly safe varieties of cerebral disease may be complicated by stroke, transient ischemic attack, or vascular dementia.
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Servant Season 4 Star Cast, Release Date, Trailer
Servant Season 4 Star Cast
A psychological horror series called "Servant" will shortly return for its last season on Apple TV. Lauren Ambrose and Toby Kebbell are the series' lead actors. Tony Basgallop and M. Night Shyamalan served as executive producers.
Sean and Dorothy Turner, a Philadelphia couple whose lives are upended by the loss of their child, are the centre of the television series. The final chapter of the Turner saga will reach its grand and moving conclusion in Season 4. According to Apple Tv+'s summary, "The Turner family must identify the child residing in their home."
The cast members who are set to reprise their roles are:
Lauren Ambrose (Dorothy Turner)
Toby Kebbell (Sean Turner)
Nell Tiger Free (Leanne Grayson)
Rupert Grint (Julian Pearce)
Blinding Edge and Escape Artists Production are the producers of "Servant." Servant's first season appeared on Apple Tv+ in November 2019, while the second and third seasons followed in January 2021 and 2022, respectively. Before the start of the third season, the fourth season was extended in December 2021. Each season consists of 10 episodes.
Servant Season 4 Release Date
The fourth season of Servant will debut on Apple Tv+ on January 13, 2023. There are ten episodes in the series. Below, you can see the Servant final season's official trailer.
Official Trailer — @Servant Season 4
Will the truth set the Turners free?
The final season of #Servant premieres January 13 on Apple TV+ https://t.co/wl6qWFGIx9 pic.twitter.com/ep3GlRFjJL
— Apple TV+ (@AppleTVPlus) December 5, 2022
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LAREDO, Texas — Police say a woman assaulted her common-law husband because he stayed silent when she asked whether she is pretty.
The Laredo Morning Times reports Lizeth Guadalupe Ramirez, 20, was arrested for hitting her husband multiple times after the couple left a movie theater Tuesday, April 10, where she asked him the question. The abuse allegedly occurred in a vehicle on the drive home, and at the home.
The common-law husband told police he simply did not respond because he could not hear her.
Ramirez is accused of striking and pushing her husband, and the confrontation was allegedly witnessed by a relative.
She is charged with two counts of assault, family violence, the Laredo Morning Times reports.


COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State women's tennis player Kristy Dascoli (Jr., Bradenton, Fla./Bradenton Academy) has been named the Big Ten co-Women's Tennis Athlete of the Month for April, the conference office announced. Minnesota's Kim Simonsen shared the honor with Dascoli.
Dascoli, who plays at No. 1 singles for the Buckeyes, has won her last 12 matches, including a perfect 7-0 in April. With the winning streak, she improved her season record to 27-9 overall and a perfect 9-0 in Big Ten play. Dascoli is currently ranked No. 37 by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association, the highest ranking among all Big Ten players.
Dascoli was also undefeated in doubles play during April, as she and partner Monica Rincon, ranked No. 43 by the ITA, went 8-0 at No. 1 to move their record to 16-5. The duo has won its last eight-consecutive matches.
With a career singles mark of 71-32, Dascoli is in third place all-time on the career singles wins list at Ohio State. She needs nine victories to move into second place and 11 wins to become the program's all-time leader in that category. She also ranks 10th in career doubles wins with 63.
The Big Ten Champion Buckeyes will compete in the Big Ten Championship which begins Thursday at the Varsity Tennis Center in Ann Arbor, Mich. Ohio State, the tournament's No. 1 seed, received a first-round bye and will play its first match against the Michigan/Wisconsin winner at 10 a.m. Friday.


'Death of Albine' is a collaborative film project between Found Studio and Rebecca Louise Law, inspired by elements of the Naturalist novel, 'The Sinful Priest' by Emile Zola.
The novel centers on a love affair between a young priest, Serge Moure, and an innocent girl, Albine. The pair repeatedly meets in the beautiful gardens of a dilapidated stately home to consummate their relationship. Serge becomes wracked with guilt at his unwitting sins and is plunged into a deep religious fervor until he eventually leaves Albine to return to his faith.
Albine is left bewildered and suicidal at the loss of her soulmate and finally decides to tear the flowers from the garden to make a deathbed within which she lies down and dies. Our film is loosely based on these closing moments of the novel, as Albine prepares herself for death.
"This book was given to me at the start of my art practice in 2002 and was an inspiration into how far you can use flowers within the creative arts. In this case, Zola uses flowers to describe human emotion and physicality through words.
'She had always obeyed the voices of the trees. She could not remember having injured a single flower. She had ever been the beloved daughter of the greenery, yielding to it with full belief in the happiness which it promised to her.
She halted and looked around her. The great gloomy masses of foliage preserved deep silence. The paths were blocked with black walls of darkness. The distant lawns were lulling to sleep the breezes that kissed them. She thrust out her hands. It could not all end thus. But her voice choked beneath the silent trees. Three times she implored the garden to answer her, but no explanation fell from its lofty branches, not a leaf seemed to be moved with pity for her. She was entering into the fatal sternness of winter.
She caught sound of a gentle murmur speeding along the ground. It was the farewell of the plants, wishing one another a happy death. To have drunk in the sunshine for a whole season, to have lived ever blossoming, to have breathed continual perfume, and then, at the first blast, to depart, with the hope of springing up again elsewhere, was not that sufficiently long and full a life which obstinate craving for further existence would mar?
Ah how sweet death must be; how sweet to have an endless night before one.
She stayed her steps once more; but she no longer protested as she stood there amidst the deep stillness of the Garden. She now believed that she understood everything. The garden doubtless had death in store for her as a supreme culminating happiness.


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Our season concludes with a week of free performances on the First Church campus, ranging from folk music to gospel and beyond. More details to come!
Jun 20, 12 midnight, First Congregational Church, 2345 Channing Way, Berkeley
Free Live Jazz most Thursdays
Edgardo Cambón "La-Ti-Do" Salsa-Bachata-Cumbia-Merengue
Edgar Cambón has been bandleader for 26 years of the renowned salsa band "Edgardo & Candela." Toured throughout South America, Europe, and Africa since 1986. LP (Latin Percussion Co.) endorser. Performed or recorded with Jesús "Chucho" Valdés (Irakere), Eddie Palmieri, Carlos Santana, José Luis "Changuito" Quintana, Orestes Vilató, Salsa Romántica Stars Jerry Rivera and Eddie Santiago, Keith Terry and "Crosspulse," Omar Sosa, Jeff Narell, Andy Narell, Sovosó (formerly Bobby McFerrin's "Voicestra") Mike Spiro, Karl Perazzo and Rebeca Mauleón.
Jun 20, 5:30pm to 6:30pm, BART Plaza Stage, located on Shattuck Ave between Center Street and Allston Way
Redwood Grove Summer Concerts: Tarimba + Cascades de Flores
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Cascada de Flores
TARIMBA is a collective of local Bay Area musicians who have embraced the traditional genre of Son Jarocho music. The core members of TARIMBA are experienced multi-instrumentalists and vocalists who are dedicated to son jarocho's community-building ethos, playful lyrics, and improvisational sensibility.
Tarimba is another word for `tarima', the wooden dance platform that serves as the heart of the Son Jarocho tradition of the Sotavento region of Mexico (comprising Southern Veracruz and parts of Northern Oaxaca and Tabasco). Son Jarocho reflects its Spanish, Arabic, African, Caribbean and Indigenous influences, and is played at community celebrations called Fandangos.
The core members of Cascada de Flores have been re-imagining Mexican tradition for years. After falling for Mexican music as a young woman, Arwen Lawrence toured with Grammy-winning L.A. mariachi heavyweights, Los Camperos de Nati Cano, an apprenticeship that honed her skills and deepened her love for Mexico's musical language. With them, she recorded and performed in venues such as the Teatro Degollado in Guadalajara and Lincoln Center of New York. Nati always nudged her towards what she already did naturally: to sing with heart. Cascada de Flores has recorded now four albums, collaborated in numerous projects, including theater and cinema and toured to several areas of the United States. Opening minds and hearts to the real stories of Mexico and Latin America has become this group's unofficial mission; Jorge feels pride at being able to arrive at a performance without a wide sombrero and still be received with open arms.
REDWOOD GROVE CONCERT INFORMATION AND TICKET POLICIES
Shows will sell-out - buy online in advance. (No surcharge!)
Redwood Grove Gate opens at 5pm.
Ticket includes admission to the main Botanical Garden collections before it closes at 5:00pm. (a $15/adult value!)
Parking in the attached UC campus parking lot ($1/hr) is limited and not guaranteed - carpooling is highly encouraged.
All tickets are by registration "will call" list, no physical tickets.
Seating is general admission amphitheater.
Please contact us in advance if you will need a wheelchair accessible spot.
Snacks and drinks available; picnics welcome
Warm clothes recommended.
All concert ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
The value is not transferable to another concert or program. In the event you can cannot attend, another person may use your registration spots using your name.
(Please let us know if your tickets will go unused.)
Jun 20, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Redwood Grove UC Botanical Garden
Marcus Thompson on Kevin Durant
We are proud to present bestselling author of Golden, Marcus Thompson. He joins us to read from and to sign copies of his new book, KD: Kevin Durant's Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest.
Join us at 7pm.Golden State Warriors insider and bestselling author Marcus Thompson delivers the definitive biography of one of the most extraordinary basketball players in NBA history-Kevin Durant. As a sports columnist for The Athletic Bay Area, and longtime beat reporter covering the Golden State Warriors, Marcus Thompson is perfectly positioned to trace Durant's inspirational journey. KD follows Durant's underdog story from his childhood spent in poverty outside DC; to his rise playing on AAU teams with future NBA players; to becoming a star and hometown hero for the Oklahoma Thunder; to his controversial decision to play for the NBA rival Golden State Warriors; to his growth from prodigy into a man, in the first true inside account of this superstar player. KD is a powerful, moving biography of a modern-day legend and an essential read for all sports fans-or anyone who wants to know: what's it like to shoot for greatness?
Marcus Thompson II is a lead columnist at The Athletic, covering the Golden State Warriors, San Francisco 49ers and Giants, and the Oakland Raiders and A's. He was previously a sportswriter at the San Jose Mercury News and covered the Warriors exclusively as a beat writer for ten seasons. He lives with his wife, Dawn, and daughter, Sharon, in Oakland, California. He is the author of the national bestseller Golden: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry and KD: Kevin Durant's Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest.
Jun 20, 7pm to 8pm, In the basement of Moe's Books, 2476 Telegraph Ave. Berkeley
Gia Lynne discusses On Blossoming
Join author Gia Lynne for a discussion and reading from her new sex ed book with an emphasis on pleasure, On Blossoming: Frank and Practical Advice on Our Bodies, Sexual Health, Sensuality, Pleasure, Orgasm, and More.
This is not your typical sex ed book. Instead of typically puritanical views on sex and puberty, On Blossoming focuses on incorporating the principles of pleasure into sex education for our youth and creates a new paradigm of human sexuality. This book takes on a taboo topic in our culture backed with a compelling mixture of research and personal experience.
Author Gia Lynne's biggest question is, how can we expect to have sexual health if we do not learn about pleasure before our first sexual experiences? Our collective social stigma around talking about sex-most of all good sex-prevents these conversations from happening and it's having a detrimental effect on our teens of all genders and our society as a whole.
On Blossoming will teach you and your teens:
How to navigate conversations on "the birds and the bees";
How to effectively communicate with parents, friends, and partners;
To explore the differences between sensuality and sexuality;
To learn about the entire anatomy of the clitoris;
How sex can be open, communicative, and fun every time;
and How to know and explore your own body.
Written for people of all ages and genders, it's time to rework the standard script of sexual education and fill in the gaps. Instead of primarily addressing the medical aspects of puberty or potential problems, Lynne presents solutions and provides tools for creating positive experiences in the realms of communication, pleasure, and happiness.
Gia Lynne is a pleasure-positive writer, educator, and personal coach who is dedicated to researching and teaching the craft of pleasurable living and healthy sexuality. Fascinated by human sexuality and how that connects to our quality of life, she offers a unique perspective on pleasurable living. She has degree in English Literature from UC Berkeley and is pursuing a master's degree in Sexuality Studies.
https://gialynne.com
Jun 20, 7:30pm to 8:30pm, Pegasus Books Downtown 2349 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley
Wee Willie Walker & The Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra featuring Terrie Odabi
Hailing from San Francisco, CA Wee Willie Walker and the Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra epitomize the time-honored, authentic spirit of American Soul Music. In 2015 they met and made their debut public appearance at the perpetually revered Porretta Soul Festival, in Porretta, Italy. Inspired by their magic of that performance and immediate mutual respect, they agreed to continue working together on a permanent basis.
The group recently released their first recording collaboration, AFTER A WHILE. Much of today's music seems to be incomplete, as far as honest, emotional vocal expressions are concerned, and the listener is often left needing more. AFTER A WHILE fills that need, and stands alone. Relatable, empathetic songwriting; pure, heart-sung vocals; and supportive, passionate instrumental performances seduce the listener's ear with unexpected bliss.
Willie Walker
WEE WILLIE WALKER was a member of the gospel group the Redemption Harmonizers when he left Memphis and headed to Minneapolis in 1960. He defected with a fellow band mate and has kept the Twin Cities his home. Since then his voice has been featured in the Royal Jubileers, Willie & The Bees, The Valdons, Salt, Pepper & Spice, We "R," the Butanes and along side Paul Metsa as well many other performances with the Twin Cities blues and soul contingency. On subsequent visits back to Memphis in the 60s, Willie's reputation landed him recording dates with the legendary Goldwax Records. He cut nine sides there and Goldwax leased four of them to Checker Records, a subsidiary of Chess Records.
Willie brought Memphis to Minneapolis. His carefree attitude is true South. His voice can be placid as the Mississippi backwaters or it can churn up the mud from its greatest depths. And it all comes so naturally for the man.
The Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra
Anthony Paule has been a mainstay of the Bay Area music scene for many years touring and recording with luminaries such as Boz Scaggs, Charlie Musselwhite, Johnny Adams, Maria Muldaur, The Johnny Nocturne Band, Norton Buffalo, John Nemeth, and others. Anthony has released two solo CDs, Big Guitar, and Hiding In Plain Sight. For his most recent releases he has teamed up with Philadelphia based soul singer Frank Bey. Their first CD, You Don't Know Nothing, is a live recording done at Biscuits & Blues nightclub in downtown San Francisco. The second release with Frank is Soul For Your Blues which is a studio recording consisting of 13 tracks, 8 originals and 5 interesting covers from diverse sources such as John Prine, Percy Mayfield and Wynonie Harris. Released June, 2015 the latest CD from the Bey Paule Band titled Not Goin' Away. This recording features the full eight piece band performing 10 original tracks along with 2 thoughtfully chosen cover tunes.
Terrie Odabi
"Terrie Odabi is easily the most dynamic blues and soul woman to have emerged in the Bay Area since Etta James came out of San Francisco's Fillmore District in the Fifties. Terrie has a powerful set of pipes, writes terrific tunes, leads a kicking band and has onstage movements that perfectly match the rhythms of her material. Surely stardom awaits her."
-Lee Hildebrand, contributor to the *San Francisco Chronicle, *East Bay News Group and *Living Blues Magazine"
Few vocalists own the stage like Terrie Odabi. When the statuesque Oakland native begins to sing, a hush falls over the audience. They're about to take a ride through the highs and lows of soul music, led by a beautiful singer who packs her shows with heart-pumping energy and poignant memories. Whether it's opening for Average White Band or Lenny Williams, or performing at the Concord Pavilion or the Fillmore Jazz Festival, Terrie's finely honed instrument is matched by her generous spirit and wit.
DJ Harry Duncan
Harry Duncan produces and hosts In The Soul Kitchen, the popular, weekly Roots & Rhythm radio show broadcast live on KCSM, the Bay Area's jazz station.
Respected industry-wide as an innovator, Duncan serves up his own Roots & Rhythm mix: a rich, danceable musical stew of soul, funk, blues, roots reggae, ska and jazz plus African, Latin and select World music when spinning live and while In The Soul Kitchen.
This music mix gives audiences, artists and promoters a welcome alternative to the kinds of in-house music often played at festivals and concerts.
Duncan has appeared with a wide variety of artists including Aretha Franklin, Tedeschi-Trucks Band, Bonnie Raitt and Mavis Staples, The Roots, George Clinton and P-Funk, Bettye LaVette, Trombone Shorty, Irma Thomas, Dr. John, The Original Meters, Rebirth Brass Band, Dumpstaphunk, Cory Henry, Antibalas, Bombino, India.Arie, Lizz Wright, Charlie Hunter, Tower of Power, Boz Scaggs, Femi Kuti, Steel Pulse, Madness and The Specials.
Jun 20, 8pm to 10pm, Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA, 94704
The Matt Stoloff Trio featuring Nora Stanley and Chris Amberger
This chordless trio will feature music from jazz greats Dizzy Gillespie, John Coltrane and many others, including original compositions from members of the band. Grab a drink or a bite from one of downtown Berkeley's many great shops and restaurants and then hop over to The Back Room for what is sure to be a fun night.
Matt Stoloff is a Bay Area and Northeast Ohio-based drummer. He graduated from Berkeley High School and later attended Oberlin Conservatory, where he was mentored by jazz master Billy Hart (Herbie Hancock Sextet, Miles Davis) and drummer/percussionist Jamey Haddad (Paul Simon, Bokanté). His influences include everything from The John Coltrane Quartet to CSNY. In 2017, he was recognized by the National YoungArts Foundation.
Nora Stanley is a Bay Area-based saxophonist and composer. Born in San Francisco and raised in Berkeley, she grew up in a musical family surrounded by a variety of sonic influences. She attended Berkeley High School and participated in conglomerate programs such as SFJAZZ High School All-Stars and Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble of SF, before moving to Ohio to study with Gary Bartz, Billy Hart, Eddie Henderson and Dan Wall at Oberlin College and Conservatory, where she received a B.M. in Jazz Studies and a B.A. in Latin American Studies. Nora currently teaches and plays around the Bay Area, leading her own bands and playing on others' projects, such as the Noel Jewkes Septet. She has shared the stage with such greats as Ambrose Akinmusire, Gary Bartz, Dayna Stephens and Jerry Gonzalez and performed at Monterey Jazz Festival, SFJAZZ and internationally in Spain, Cuba and Brazil.
Chris Amberger is a bassist who has done it all. Chris started playing with Summer of Love-era groups like Janis Joplin and Big Brother & the Holding Company. After attending Berklee College of Music, where he studied with Gary Burton, Ron McClure and others, he had gigs with Cal Tjader, Art Blakey, George Shearing, and tons more. In the Bay Area he was the house bassist at the Keystone Korner, playing with icons like Dexter Gordon, Art Pepper, Red Garland, Sam Rivers, and so many greats who graced that stage.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door general admission; $10 for students and low-income individuals. Children under 12 are free. Advance tickets are available at the link below, or you may purchase your tickets at the door the night of the show. Doors open one half hour before show time. We accept cash only at the door (ATMs are nearby).
Jun 20, 8pm to 10pm, The Back Room Music, 1984 Bonita Ave, Berkeley


We sell our range of teas online, at local tailgate markets, shops and cafes in and around Asheville and beyond.
You can also find us in our new Pop-In Shop, with Asheville Goods, at 7 Brevard Road in West Asheville! We are open by appointment, and will hold pop-ups and small tea tastings here from time to time but do not currently have set retail hours. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest info, and see our Events tab for Pop-Up hours and Tea Tastings!
Or find us regionally at these cafes and retail shops.


On December 6, 2013, Miami-Dade Water and Sewer entered into a federally mandated Consent Decree (CD) with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)and is committing to making improvements to the wastewater collection and treatment system totaling $1.6 Billion over the next 15 years. The CD affects directly Volume Sewer Customers (VSC), such as the City of Coral Gables, under the VSC Ordinance Program. The Purpose of this program is to eliminate or otherwise control Sanitary Sewer Overflows from the Wastewater Collection and Treatment Systems of present and future VSCs.
The City of Coral Gables had to submit for review and approval a Plan of Compliance including the new Capacity, Management, Operation and Maintenance (CMOM) programs and be prepared for implementation after approval.
The presentation gave a current approach how the City of Coral Gables is being prepared to be in compliance.
Mr. Acevedo is an Environmental Engineer from FIU and a Registered Professional Engineer in the states of Florida and Texas. Mr Acevedo is a Certified LEED Green Associate and holds Certifications in Environmental Science and Envision Sustainability Professional. Mr. Acevedo has more than 15 years of Public Sector experience with supervisory responsibilities in the planning, design, permitting, construction, inspection, operation, and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, storm sewer, and water and wastewater treatment processes. Mr. Acevedo is currently the Utility Director at the City of Coral Gables.


Episode Summary: Naruto arrives to help a team of Allied Shinobi Forces led by Karui, who are struggling against a reincarnated samurai, whom Naruto recognises as a man named Tatewaki he met on a previous mission. Naruto has a flashback to when Tsunade assigned Team 10 and Naruto to go to the Land of This and kidnap Shū, the son of the daimyō under a treaty. Shikamaru formulates a plan to capture Shū by having Chōji enter an eating contest at the Land of This castle and get second place. Chōji speeds through the competition, and before the final round, Ino uses her Mind Body Switch Technique to take control of Shū and goes to the washroom in the castle, where Naruto uses his Transformation Technique to transform into Shū. When Shū is able to re-enter his body, he asks who Shikamaru is and Shikamaru explains the mission to him. Meanwhile, before Chōji can win the final round of the eating... You are Watching Naruto Shippuden Episode 309 english subbed at Narutoget .more..
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A large number off sellers are willing to reduce their prices but not to every customer. You can therefore strive to ensure that you are among the few people who benefit from a reduction in price. Such sellers will only reduce their prices when you manage to persistently plead for a reduction in price. It is important for one to be keen when it comes to being persistent. There is a difference between being persistent and being stubborn. An individual should therefore try to avoid being stubborn but rather remain persistent in their argument.
There are high chances that a person who chooses to use convincing words will benefit. A person should therefore select their words effectively so that they work to their advantage.
When a person is purchasing from a dealer who does not offer free shipment cost they should make sure that they convince the seller to reduce the price. A reduction in price especially when one is purchasing a couch sectional which will be shipped to another place might be important to a person. This will ensure that they can save some money for shipping the couch.
There are high chances that a certain couch sectional might be having a certain weakness. This calls for extra attention so that an individual can manage to convince the seller based on such a weakness. It might not be possible for a person to discover a weakness but they should try their level best.
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You may have heard that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) just put in place rules to protect 'net neutrality.' That's big news.
But there was another important decision today to help keep the Internet competitive and open — and while it's getting less attention, it may be just as important.
As part of its agenda to encourage meaningful competition in high speed broadband for all Americans, the FCC supported allowing cities to make their own decisions about investing in new broadband networks. More needs to be done to drive innovation in bigger, faster broadband, but this is a good step.
Thank the FCC for their critical action.
While the FCC's net neutrality rules can help prevent Internet access providers from relegating some applications to a "slow lane," this move alone won't lead to a world where every consumer has an ultra fast connection to the entire Internet. That's going to take more competition and innovation in new broadband networks.
It's been nearly five years since we offered to build a fiber-optic network in one U.S. city as an experiment — and as we've expanded Google Fiber into a business, we've seen firsthand how faster speeds can improve lives and give cities new platforms for economic development.
Google is not the only one innovating in this area. Along with investments by other private providers, cities like Lafayette, LA and Chattanooga, TN have been investing in their own networks and developing public-private partnerships to that end.
Today, the FCC decided that it's important for users to be able to control their own Internet connections and for communities to make their own choices to suit their local needs for broadband. While it may not make sense for most governments to operate broadband networks themselves, we think faster, better broadband for all Americans is too important to remove an option for deployment.
I've written an email to DuckDuckGo, an up-and-coming search engine provider, to see what their official stance is. I'll report what I hear right here.
Thanks Amy. Sorry for the bit of confusion on the name. Guess I should have changed my Public Display Name on my WordPress account.


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C-section, antibiotics and formula milk may up babies' health risks
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Babies who are born through Caesarean, exposed to antibiotics and are fed on formula milk are likely to have a slow growth as well as a decline in the diversity of microbes throughout the first year of life, finds a new study.
The findings showed that such children were at an increased risk of developing asthma, autoimmune diseases and obesity. Compared to vaginally born infants, those delivered by C-section showed significantly greater diversity of species in the weeks after birth.
However, these measures declined in cesarean-born infants during their first month, after which they displayed lower diversity up to two years of age. "Our results provide evidence that modern practices have changed a baby's microbial communities in ways that last through the first year," said Martin Blaser, Professor at New York University.
"The change in birth mode interrupted the natural interplay between diversity and dominance," Blaser added. Further, antibiotic treatment also significantly diminished diversity of bacterial species immediately following birth. Children fed on formula milk showed a decrease in the diversity of species during the second year of life also.
The study, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, focused on the microbiome, the mix of bacterial species that live on human skin and in our guts and that co-evolved with humans to play roles in digestion, metabolism and immunity.
The team assessed the effects of modern practices on intestinal microbiota development in 43 US children of these 24 of were born by vaginal delivery and 19 by C-section. They then used genomic and statistical techniques to analyse the millions of pieces of bacterial DNA in the samples.
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Sony is in the midst of its event in New York right now, where they have just announced the PlayStation 4 and now talking about the new console's features. As a big time gamer and fan of various video game franchises myself, one thing that caught my attention was early in the event where Sony talked about the key hardware specifications of the PlayStation 4.
It's funny (in a sad way) how the future can be so drastically affected by the past. Yesterday's incident of the demise of webOS and HP's mobile division did not come as a surprise to me (though the announcement of the potential consideration of breaking off their PC division did) because it almost took the "cause and effects" right out of my mouth in an article I wrote 16 months ago here on HP Fansite.


51 jurisdictions across the globe sign agreement on the automatic exchange of tax information in an international clampdown on tax evasion.
Today the UK, alongside 50 other countries and jurisdictions from across the globe, is taking the next step in stamping out tax evasion by signing a new agreement at the Global Forum in Berlin to automatically exchange information.
Under the agreement, unprecedented levels of information, including account balances, interest payments and beneficial ownership, will be shared with the UK from countries across the world in an international clampdown on tax evasion.
Today marks a negotiating triumph for Britain, and our close ally Germany, in the fight against tax evasion.
It was three years ago when, with my German colleague Wolfgang Schäuble, I launched a campaign for a new international deal to catch people who evade their taxes by hiding their money overseas.
I never expected that within such a relatively short period we would succeed in getting 51 countries to sign up to this agreement.
Today we strike a blow on behalf of hardworking taxpayers who are cheated when rich people don't pay their taxes.
Today we send a clear message to those who still think they can escape making a fair contribution to our public services and to reducing our deficit: you can hide no more; we are coming to get you.
Want to understand what today's announcement means, and the progress we've made in clamping down on international tax evasion? Our interactive timeline sets out the background.
The UK has been leading the international fight against tax evasion, including through its G8 Presidency, and has played a crucial role in driving both the development and the early implementation of the new global standard adopted by the OECD in July this year.
The global standard of automatic information exchange to tackle tax evasion was developed by the OECD and agreed in July 2014.
51 countries and jurisdictions, including all G5 countries, are signing the multilateral competent authority agreement under which information will be exchanged at a signing ceremony at the Global Forum in Berlin today.
Together with France, Germany, Italy and Spain the UK launched an initiative for early adoption of the new standard in April 2013. In total 57 countries and jurisdictions – known as the Early Adopters Group – have now committed to a common implementation timetable which will see the first exchange of information in 2017 in respect of accounts open at the end of 2015 and new accounts from 2016.
The full list of countries committed to first exchange in 2017 or 2018 will be released by the Global Forum in their annual report at the end of the 29 October plenary session.
Photo by Alan Cleaver on Flickr. Used under Creative Commons.


There was a song in a Nissan radio comerical about 3 weeks ago, durring one of there sales. I don't know the name of the song or who sings it, but i want to find it. It kind sound like a remix of a bettle song just faster, and with more low bass. If anyone can help thanks.
If you mean the one that was featured in two indvidial Nissan Altima ads, I wish to find out this also. The song started out 'Riding in my car' or something similar. Someone told me it may be Gary somebody, does not help much!
> There was a song in a Nissan radio comerical about 3 weeks ago, durring one of there sales. I don't know the name of the song or who sings it, but i want to find it. It kind sound like a remix of a bettle song just faster, and with more low bass. If anyone can help thanks.
The date and time now is Sun Apr 21 09:13:52 2019.


Celebrity Sarees Deepika Padukone's Post-Wedding Strong Saree-Game We Can Never Recover From!
Deepika Padukone's Post-Wedding Strong Saree-Game We Can Never Recover From!
The Queen of hearts – Deepika Padukone is surreal in every true sense and we are sure you would agree too! She rules the fashion world just like she rules the acting world! She can pull off simple jeans with a top look and a graceful saree in the most beautiful way possible! Be it her Sabyasachi saree look or her Manish Malhotra stylish saree; this South Indian beauty charms us all over again. So, here are some best Deepika Padukone saree looks at we loved in the recent times..
After her wedding, Deepika Padukone has been raging in Saree game like a pro. We haven't even recovered from her drool-worthy wedding pictures yet and she decides to up her saree game.
The newlywed Deepika Padukone looked resplendent as she donned this gorgeous saree by Faabiiana for Isha Ambani's pre-wedding bash. Keeping her look simple, she picked a multi-layered statement necklace and simple danglers to compliment her beautiful Chooda. Deepika definitely exuded beauty, grace, and sensuality.
A regal look for Isha Ambani's wedding, Deepika Padukone is a vision in a jamdani saree bordered with golden zardozi by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. With a full-sleeved zardozi and vasli embroidered blouse and her hair in a neat bun, the actress accessorized her look with heavy jewelry.
Deepika Padukone looks jaw dropping-ly mesmerizing in a rani pink saree by Raw Mango that she donned for Kapil Sharma's wedding reception. With hair pulled back in a knot with gajras and a marvelous golden choker, she looked every bit of a South Indian beauty.
Deepika Padukone yet again left everyone stunned at the red carpet of the annual Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year awards donning a beautiful white chikankari saree. Paired up with a hand-embroidered ivory blouse, the elegant white saree with the scalloped border was from Rahul Mishra's 'Charbagh' collection. Tying her hair in a glossy bun, she completed her look with large golden earrings.
And the very recent, for Akash Ambani and Shloka Mehta's wedding, Deepika looked dipped in sheer elegance! A melon red saree by Sabyasachi from his recent collection with an elegant pearl choker and necklace set.
This dazzling lady remains a fashion inspiration in Indian and Western apparel. She seems to have mastered every little secret of rocking sarees in a traditional way or with a modern twist.
14 Latest Deepika Padukone Saree Looks!
How To Wear The Trending Choker Necklace With Indian Outfits!


Hump It Lump It Dump It is a waste removal business started in 1988 by Bill Hurren after he retired from the music business.
It did not take long for the business to grow and after almost 30 years has ended up as probably one of the busiest in the Worthing and surrounding areas covering that sort of work.
Anyone looking on Checkatrade will be able to see the very good reviews of work carried out. Over the years the business has carried out works for such people as West Sussex County Council, Worthing Homes, local Estate Agents and many Kitchen and Bathroom firms as well as local builders and private customers.
In 2016 Bill Hurren decided to retire and the business was bought by long term employee Tom Ainsley who has continued to enhance the high reputation of the firm.
With so many "Cowboys" out there these days anyone wishing to have rubbish cleared should make sure that the contractor who deals with their waste is fully registered, tips legally and is fully insured with sufficient Public Liability Insurance which Hump It Lump It Dump It has, and is only too pleased to show anyone these credentials.


Mostly Seriously Awesome! This is a one Jackie taught me that I make when the gang comes over to watch the game on TV. Easy crock pot cooking and very tasty. Start about 3-4 hours before kickoff.
You can make any size batch just use approx. 1.5 parts chili sauce to 1 part grape jelly.
Mix in meatballs so that sauce covers them.
Turn crock-pot on HIGH for 2-3 hours (crock-pots very) then turn crock-pot down to low to keep warm. Stir occasionally (once per hour or so).


Title: Hedging spot fuel oil in Singapore: Will the new SIMEX contract succeed?
Abstract: We assess SIMEX's new market for fuel oil futures by examining its effectiveness in hedging a cash fuel oil position in Singapore. We find that the SIMEX contract can eliminate about two-thirds of the volatility of a Singapore cash position and is many times more effective than a cross-hedge constructed with overseas contracts. Given its potential usefulness as a hedging tool for the regional petroleum industry, we anticipate that the new contract will be a success. © 1990 School of Management National University of Singapore.


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Teddington è un distretto a sud di Londra, in Inghilterra. Fa parte del distretto di Richmond upon Thames.

Etimologia
Il nome 'Teddington' deriva dall'inglese antico e quindi dal sassone Todyngton o Tutington. Inoltre la derivazione del toponimo da 'Tide's End Town', sostenuta da Rudyard Kipling, è ad oggi considerata errata.

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Altri progetti

Zone di Londra
Richmond upon Thames

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Apple, Facebook and Google call for encryption protections
Leading technology companies, including Apple, Facebook, Google, Twitter, IBM and Intel have called for politicians around the world to protect encryption standards.
The consortium of 56 technology companies, under the banner of the Information Technology Industry Council (ITI), spoke out against any plans to make it possible to access end-to-end encryption. "We deeply appreciate law enforcement's and the national security community's work to protect us, but weakening encryption or creating backdoors to encrypted devices and data for use by the good guys would actually create vulnerabilities to be exploited by the bad guys," wrote Dean Garfield, president of the ITI. "[This] would almost certainly cause serious physical and financial harm across our society and our economy. Weakening security with the aim of advancing security simply does not make sense," he concluded.
In the wake of the terrorists by Islamic State in Paris, where more than 120 people died, politicians around the world have made calls for back doors to be introduced to encryption standards, so that messages can be intercepted.
It has been reported the terrorists used SMS messages, which are not protected by the encryption type.
And Garfield pointed out that it isn't just messaging services that use encryption to protect data. Banks and financial transactions both use encryption to be able to protect money and the services they provide.
It has been argued that giving one person a backdoor would make it technically possible for anyone to use the same key, fundamentally breaking encryption.
The debate around encryption also comes in the context of the UK government's draft Investigatory Powers Bill (IP Bill), which aims to increase the powers available to intelligence agencies to track and monitor suspects.
Included in the bill is a stipulation that companies can access the communications of their customers when they have been requested by a warrant from officials. At present Apple uses end-to-end encryption to protect messages sent using its services and isn't able to access the content of the messages, even if it is asked. "Apple has no way to decrypt iMessage and FaceTime data when it's in transit between devices," the company explained on its website. "So unlike other companies' messaging services, Apple doesn't scan your communications, and we wouldn't be able to comply with a wiretap order even if we wanted to."
It's likely that the company's inclusion in the ITI letter will indicate opposition to removing end-to-end encryption if the IP Bill is passed into law next year.
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From the 1920s until his death in 1958, Frank Murphy was a consistent force in tennis at the local, national, and international levels. Born in Fort William in 1903, his career in sport began with a short-lived stint in junior hockey with the Fort William Collegiate and the Fort William YMCA teams. Before long, however, Frank's passion for tennis took over.
He joined the Fort William Tennis Club upon its founding in 1922 and won the men's singles and men's doubles contests at the first ever New Ontario Tennis Tournament in 1925. Frank's dominance at the tournament would continue for as long as he lived, winning at least one title in all but nine out of the next thirty-six years, claiming forty-two titles in all.
However, Frank would earn his greatest tennis honours outside his native region. He came into his own as a veteran player, winning the Ontario Provincial Veterans Singles title five years in a row, from 1948-52. In 1952, he became the champion of Canada in veterans' men's singles, and claimed national honours again in 1956, winning the veterans' men's doubles with Ray Summers. He also gained some international experience in Forest Hill, New York, where he competed in the United States Veterans Championships from 1948-56.
As a member of one of the most prominent families in the city at the time, Frank was heavily involved in the community throughout his life. He was a prominent member of the Fort William Rotary Club, Fort William Knights of Columbus, Fort William Chamber of Commerce, and served as director of the Fort William YMCA for many years. He was also the president of both the Fort William Daily Times Journal and his father James Murphy's coal business for almost twenty years.
This exceptional tennis player passed away unexpectedly in 1958, but his legacy of sporting excellence and community involvement lives on.


David Cantwell and Bill Friskics-Warren's Heartaches By The Number echoes Dave Marsh's book-length list The Heart Of Rock & Soul in that both comment on a massive body of popular songs, and both are best read as extended, purposefully ordered arguments. Heartaches works fine as a reference, or as a flip-back-and-forth "snack" read, but consumed cover to cover, it's almost flabbergasting. The authors begin by dismissing any definition of "country music" as an identifiable sound, instead looking at the genre as a set of recurring themes played in a style determined by cultural consensus. They have no problem praising pop-country divas Faith Hill and Shania Twain, since both represent the state of the genre in their time, and they have no problem including Otis Redding and Creedence Clearwater Revival, since the country-music charts have been dominated in the past by equally raw R&B and rock. Though Heartaches is ordinal in a loose sense, the 500 singles cited fall into place mainly by how they relate to each other: Songs about trucking, drinking, death, obsessive love, or other motifs appear in short sequence. Cantwell and Friskics-Warren position them as a dialectic, with one song commenting on the other and working in concert to tell the country-music story–one of racial cross-pollination and earthy tales of everyday life. Each entry is a performance unto itself, and for the most part, the authors spur each other to go deep, grappling with historical context while laying down plainspoken, evocative descriptions of the songs. They have distinctive, complementary voices: Cantwell is the fervent enthusiast, making the case for the sensual pleasures of his favorites, while Friskics-Warren is the incisive analyst, decoding secret messages. Sometimes he overdoes it, reading too many songs as being about class conflict, and thereby giving the rich too much credit for being on the blue-collar mind. More apt are his descriptions of how numerous country songs contemplate the "feelings of stuckness" that weigh on working folk. Amid all the well-researched mini-biographies of stars and sidemen–and all the celebration of how it feels to grip tiny pieces of authentic American folk art between the thumb and forefingers–Heartaches By The Number earns its place among the essential texts of pop-culture criticism for the way its authors focus sociopolitical musings through the precise confines of the music they've chosen. Like the best country songs, the book's entries miniaturize the problems of the world, making the universal personal, comprehensible, and even exquisite.


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CES 2021: The 6 big trends
Home as HQ and shifts in commuting patterns will be two of six major trends that will form part of a series of events hosted by CNET during the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
CES 2021 features more than 1,000 exhibitors from around the world and showcases the latest trends and innovation in artificial intelligence, 5G, digital health, smart cities, and vehicle technology, among others.
CNET's coverage will include live streams of keynotes, including those by Verizon's Hans Vestberg, General Motors' Mary Barra, AMD's Dr. Lisa Su, Best Buy's Corie Barry, and WarnerMedia's Ann Sarnoff, supplemented with expert commentary and analysis. Additionally, CNET editors will be hosting the following six panels covering crucial topics for 2021 (information provided by CNET):
The Next Big Thing: Will Tech Keep Home the Best Headquarters? It took a pandemic to make our homes the centre of work, education, shopping, entertainment, and health and fitness. Much of this new home-centrism will stick, while some will unbend to the way it was. We've seen a glimpse of what technology can do to enhance the at-home experience — will it be enough to keep a house as headquarters? This panel will be hosted by Brian Cooley and joined by experts in this field including Jennifer Kent, senior director of Parks Associates; Paul Lee, global head of research, tech, media, and telecoms at Deloitte UK; and Megan Wollerton, senior editor, CNET Home. Tune in here on 12 January at 1 pm PT.
The Great Commute Reboot. The industries that form the global mobility landscape have seen more rapid change in the past five years than over the previous 50. Then, in 2020, everything we thought we'd learned got thrown out the window. We'll answer questions about the current state of mobility need and which solutions are best poised to get people going again. This panel will be hosted by Roadshow's Tim Stevens and joined by experts in this field including Ken Washington, CTO at Ford; Tony Aquila, executive chairman of Canoo; Jevgeni Kabanov, chief product officer of Bolt; and Olabisi Boyle, VP of product planning and mobility strategy for Hyundai Motor North America. Tune in here on 13 January at 11:30 am PT.
Coronavirus created a huge mess. Here's how 5G gets us out. How will 5G help change and improve things in a world recovering from the coronavirus pandemic? We'll explore things like how 5G enables better remote working experiences, telemedicine and the advent of self-driving cars. This panel will be hosted by CNET's Roger Cheng and joined by experts in this field including Cristiano R. Amon, CEO of Qualcomm Incorporated; Tami Erwin, CEO of Verizon Business; and Steve Ommen, MD, medical director of the Mayo Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic. Tune in here on 13 January at 10 am PT.
Wallet Wars: FinTech in 2021 and Beyond. As finance continues to merge with tech, there are questions about whether we're headed toward a proliferation of apps – with numerous players each serving their niche or a consolidation, with one or two mega-platforms to rule them all. We discuss the next generation of financial services – and how they plan to serve their customers – in terms of access, competition, security, regulation and privacy. This panel will be hosted by CNET's Justin Jaffe and joined by experts in this field including Varun Krishna, senior VP and head of consumer finance for Intuit Consumer Group; Josh Woodward, director of product management in the US for Google Pay; and Dan Egan, VP of behavioural finance at Betterment. Tune in here on 13 January at 12:30 pm PT.
Digital healthcare: Better than the doctor's office? We've all heard the pronouncement: Telehealth and personal health tech advanced by years in a few months due to the Covid-19 pandemic. But both were rushed in as stopgap measures. In 2021, we'll work to determine how much, and in what cases, these new techniques can be better than traditional medicine and capitalize on their unimaginable 2020 boost and demonstration effect. This panel will be hosted by CNET's Lindsey Turrentine and joined by experts in this field including Dr. Elaine Hanh Le, chief medical officer at Healthline Media; Dr. Wendy Dean, president at Moral Injury of Healthcare; and Dr. Yulun Wang, head of R&D, Teladoc. Tune in here on 13 January at 11 am PT.
Covid Made Us All Gamers. What Happens Next? Gaming was one of the few industries to thrive during the pandemic, with 2020 showcasing record growth for both hardware and software. How is the gaming industry capitalizing on this momentum to keep delivering compelling games and gear and ensure this boom doesn't become a bust? And how will the events of the past year change how we game in the future? This panel will be hosted by GameSpot's Lucy Jameson and joined by experts in this field including: Mat Piscatella, executive director, Games at The NPD Group; Greg Miller, host and founder of Kinda Funny Games; and Victoria Tran, community director at Innersloth. Tune in here on 12 January at 2 pm PT.
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As I watched a major national news program on a recent morning, my interest was piqued by a story of a 14 year old girl who was being bullied at school because of her large ears.
Her mother seeks out a non-profit which funds cosmetic surgeries.
Que!?! Aren't moms supposed to tell their daughters they are beautiful no matter what? What about the kids who bullied her what lesson are they being taught? Now I am getting annoyed.
The non-profit pays for the girls ears to be pinned back and a nose job AND a chin implant.
Ummm….I'm pretty sure the reason she was being bullied was because of her ears when did her nose and chin need to be fixed too? And now I'm wondering if my tween is within earshot of the TV because I definitely don't want her to hear this.
The girl's mother compares the surgery to that of getting braces.
Well sure, if the standard orthodontic package now includes botox, tummy tuck and eye-lift then yes it is just like braces.
The girl then admits (after some prodding by the interviewer) that she briefly thought about suicide but decided it wasn't the solution.
Now I want to throw the remote at the TV. Why would you ever ask anyone on national television – let alone a teenager- to admit that they have contemplated suicide? How is that helping? Oh, that's right it just makes for a better story.
Piece ends and we cut to news anchors who banter back and forth about how wonderfully inspiring this tory is and how the girl's mother is now going to seek psychological counseling for her daughter.
Verdad? Now she is going to seek psychological counseling. She didn't think of that before the cosmetic surgery?
As a mom of a tween, I work hard to teach my daughter to be confident and love who she is. This story undermines all of that. It sends the message that instead of building self-confidence, we should find drastic ways to change our appearance or behaviors. It also puts blame where it shouldn't belong – on the victim instead of the aggressors.
What stories have you heard that shocked you as a parent? How do you build self-confidence in your tween? Hablamos.
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Film Review: Transformers: Dark of the Moon
Transformers: Dark of the Moon is pretty much the quintessential Michael Bay movie. Whether this is a good thing or not depends on your predilection for the director's work.
Since the last war with the Decepticons, the Autobots have been living on Earth peacefully and helping the humans with their conflict problems. When the Autobots hear about a Cybertronian spacecraft that was found on the moon by humans, they race to get hold of it. The Autobots and humans must ensure its cargo does not get into the hands of the Decepticons…
Transformers: Dark of the Moon suffers from the same ailments as its predecessor, Revenge of the Fallen. It may look and sound great, but there is very little substance to the film beyond this. The narrative leaves a lot to be desired. Although the initial premise sounds quite adequate for a second sequel, its execution lets the movie down.
Lessons were not learnt from the last film. The pacing in Dark of the Moon is off; too much time is spent building up to the ending action. As a result, the ending is anticlimactic. It feels protracted; there are too many lulls before the big fight. Any momentum that had been building is offset but a lack of strong direction. The film goes on for far too long. There are plenty of scenes that could have been trimmed significantly, or even omitted altogether.
Screenwriter Ehren Kruger's dialogue is terrible at times, especially from the machines. There is humour to be found in the film, particularly around the central character of Sam. However, the film relies on crude national stereotypes in its depictions of the Autobots and Decepticons. The cartoon series has much greater character development than this film. Elsewhere, the lack of attention to detail is just as palpable. New characters are introduced, yet some of them just disappear before the final third of the film.
The effects are superb, and the entire film has a glossy sheen. Dark of the Moon is also one of the rare cases where it is worth seeing a live-action movie in 3D. The sound is bombastic, pulsating through the action sequences. However, Steve Jablonsky's score is sometimes reminiscent of Hans Zimmer's The Dark Knight soundtrack. This is compounded by a set piece where the action and location are strikingly similar to one in Christopher Nolan's 2008 film.
Performances vary throughout the film. Shia LaBeouf is amusing as ever as Sam. John Malkovich is good, but underused in his role. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, however, is atrocious. Although the role of Carly requires her to do little but look attractive and be rescued, she is incredibly inauthentic.
So much energy was expended in the special effects for Dark of the Moon, and it really shows in the end product. It is a pity not even a small percentage of this effort was put into the screenplay.
Author TaraPosted on 29/06/2011 Categories Film ReviewTags Christopher Nolan, Ehren Kruger, Hans Zimmer, John Malkovich, Michael Bay, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Shia LaBeouf, Steve Jablonsky, The Dark Knight, Transformers, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen


The Federal Communications Law Journal has published my case note analyzing the Supreme Court's decision in ABC v. Aereo. The article can be found here.
They didn't take it, but I am noting it here.
On July 24 I had the honor to testify before the House Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet on the issue of "Copyright Remedies." The webcast can be found on the Committee's website (in two parts). The written testimony I submitted for the record is available here.
I first met Mr. Sivakant Tiwari in 2001. It was my first trip to east Asia and I had been assigned by the U.S. Copyright Office as a negotiator of the intellectual property ("IP") chapter of the Singapore-U.S. free trade agreement (FTA). Singapore had some serious domestic IP enforcement challenges back then.
He was already a highly accomplished negotiator, and it was my first time representing the United States abroad. It didn't take long for me to realize that with Mr. Tiwari on the other side of the table, I was in the big leagues.
There were times when he ran circles around me, but I learned a lot from him about negotiating, and over the course of the following couple of years I came to respect him quite a bit. Aside from his skill as a negotiator, what I appreciated was his knowledge of the law and even more, what I believe was his genuine desire to reach agreement in support of free trade and intellectual property protection. While we each had certain specific issues our governments needed to address, I felt we connected on the basic understanding that free trade, rule of law, and modern intellectual property protection would benefit both our countries. So it was with great satisfaction that I saw the FTA concluded and Singapore improve its intellectual property protection, and bolster its standing as a global economic and business leader.
In the years since then, I have had the opportunity to travel all around east Asia and all over the world, and I negotiated other agreements in Australia, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America. I even had some additional opportunities to work with Mr. Tiwari. His skill, knowledge, and commitment always stood out in my mind.
So, I was greatly saddened four years ago to learn of Mr. Tiwari's untimely death from a brain hemorrhage. The world of intellectual property is poorer for his absence.
Among Mr. Tiwari's extensive legacy is that Singapore maintains the intellectual property protections negotiated as part of the FTA. And I have no doubt that is why domestic-based piracy in Singapore remains very low in a region with extensive problems with intellectual property protection and enforcement.
But in this age of interconnectedness, piracy can no longer be looked at by reference to national boundaries. Piracy is a global problem. For example, according to a report by the investigative firm, MarkMonitor, Singapore has the most incidents of piracy per capita of any of the 15 Asian countries studied. And industry revenues from the Singapore market today are a fraction of what they were when we negotiated the FTA. Few if any of the major piracy sites are Singapore-based, but foreign sites are driving piracy. The notorious scofflaw, Pirate Bay, is the #51 most visited site by Singaporeans.
I would never presume to try to speak for him, but I do believe Mr. Tiwari would be disappointed by that current reality. It hurts Singaporean creators and consumers alike, depriving them of a market for domestic culture and tainting Singapore's hard-earned reputation abroad.
My experience with Singapore has taught me that its people and its government will not tolerate this and I hope I am right. It would be a further honor to Mr. Tiwari's memory and the goals he worked so hard towards.


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