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On this day in 1987: Sinéad O'Connor releases The Lion And The Cobra
By: Molly McAnally Burke
32 years ago today, Sinéad O'Connor released her debut album, The Lion and the Cobra. To mark the occasion, we're revisiting a classic interview with the legendary Irish singer, originally published in Hot Press in the '80s.
It's a rainy day in London. Sinéad O'Connor's recording studio is hidden somewhere in a forest of council flats in the southwest city. I've woken her up ta the ungodly hour of half ten, and arrive to find this little bald creature slaving over a bowl of cornflakes and a cup of instant coffee. She's wearing a skimpy summer garment like a child's nightdress though the wind and hail is lashing outside. The complains about being cold. I was certain a nice, woolly Aran jumper would have been out of the question.
"My father has a really great tenor voice and I think always wished he'd been a singer," reminisces the wise old crone of 19. "He's from Crumlin and had a lot of old-fashioned Irish songs which he used to teach us, then we'd sing into a little dictaphone machine. He still has the tapes!"
It appears Mr O'Connor was courting disaster. Sinéad began making musical contributions to In Tua Nua at age 14, and after many unsuccessful attempts to keep her at school, including a stint incarcerated in Waterford boarding school, she placed an ad in this here paper looking for a band to join. She met Columb Farrelly of Ton Ton Macoute and began gigging regularly, never finishing school. It was a hell of a risk.
Sinéad wishes to stress that her relationship with the Ton Tons, while still presumably amicable, is finished in the musical sense. They are Columb's band, the vehicle for Columb's songs. "It got too heavy after a while and wasn't fun for me anymore," she explains. "We started arguing and soon I just wanted to go off and do my own thing - I just wasn't enjoying myself. Their reasons for being musicians and mine were just different - Columb wants to put forward his views of the world in a way which I respect in some ways and disrespect in others. He's into witchcraft and that completely freaked me out. I'm a singer who likes to have a laugh, to say what I want to say in a nice way, to have fun, to use my talents to please people."
If I can read between the lines of what was probably a rather uncomfortable story, it appears Nigel Grange of Ensign records encouraged Sinéad to part company with Columb's band. She got her own deal with Ensign a short time later and there were accusations that she had used the Ton Tons to launch her own career. Sinéad, however, claims this wasn't true, that she had given her notice to Columb several months before the deal. Hopefully it's all beer under the bridge by now. Sinéad bunked out of Dublin nearly two years ago and shows no signs of regretting her decision. Her album comes out on the first of the year.
She was no dummy when it came to chatting up the right people, and seems to have an endearing way with older men. U2 accountant, Ossie Kilkenny, introduced her to Bono, who introduced her to Fachtna O'Kelly, managing director of Mother Records and now manager of unmanageable Sinéad O'Connor. Sinéad adores him. "He's a very forceful kind of bloke - but not in a bossy way - he's really thrown himself into what I've been doing - he's insistent, and knows what I need and what I don't. I'm pleased that I met him - if I hadn't found the right manager I think I might have gone astray a bit."
"I love attention," bubbles Sinéad, as if admitting a sin. "When I came over here I was totally green. I'd only ever been singing for fun. But I'd like to stress that for bands in Dublin who are trying to get a deal, it's important that they try and instil more interest in British record companies. That doesn't necessarily mean moving over. It's just that the Dublin music scene can be very absorbing and if you want a deal you should break out of that. People don't try because they're frightened - I know I was terrified. I advise bands to demo a lot and keep sending out tapes to record companies, there's currently a lot of interest in Irish bands and people should take advantage of that. Sometimes you need to be cheeky, even rude to get anywhere, you have to force yourself on people. If you want something, ask for it. And ask the person directly. If I wanted Bono to do something I'd ask him out straight, not wait for my manager to do it. There's no point being scared. It's not rude, and I don't think people like Bono think it's rude either."
She burbles on like a bottle of Ballygowan, with indefatigable self-confidence. "You're going to die someday - so if you're any good, why not say it? After you've sent out demos, chase them up by asking for advice, what the person liked or didn't like about the material. Then they get to know you after a while. Ireland is a self-conscious country. I was that way myself for years, horribly so. But as long as you don't hurt anyone, or walk on them or stab them, do exactly what you want to do."
The band, you'll be surprised to learn, are five male musical veterans with a good few years on Sinéad. The drummer is John Reynolds, the keyboardsman Michael Clowes, Rick Finley does percussion and guitarist is Rob Dillon who used to play with Japan. Someone named Spike she describes as totally crazy and plays everything. "They've all been around for a while but they aren't fuddy-duddies - they're like my big brothers and they're all mental. You should see some of the antics that go on around here, food fights, the lot. The music is serious but we don't let it drag us down and make life serious as well."
Sinéad has a voice and vocal range that is absolutely haunting and one could safely say a future of mega-bucks if she chose the disco route. The low tones rasp with lust and the high tones would lure sailors to their doom - she uses a yodel type device to flutter between them. You'll need no convincing that it's top of the line.
What about the material? "I can honestly say that it isn't like anything else," dares Sinéad, though perhaps some of my ageing colleagues would suggest comparisons. Violins and synthesisers cavort in programmed rhythms, lyrics meander through atmospheric fantasies, and Sinéad tries her style on a variety of approaches.
"I admit it's a schizoid kind of sound," she ventures. "There'll be a couple of waltzes, a disco track and some heavy rock stuff mixed in with a Celtic sort of sound - operatic, you could even call it. It isn't shocking - it's emotional, heartrending, exciting."
Old friends come out for the tease. Babs Wickham slags the disco, 'put 'em on me' track as the Sam Fox number, but Sinéad defends herself with humour. "It's a tongue in cheek song about sex, basically - like when you meet someone first and you're just sort of lusting after them - it's called 'I Want Your Hands On Me'."
Hmmph, says I, the things young people can get away with, knowing a few poor souls who have been barred from the Pink Elephant for less. Ah well.
Most of the songs are more serious, however. One is considered by Sinéad to be typically Irish bordering on folk - it's called 'Jackie' and is about a fisherman drowning in the Aran Islands. There are also a couple of religious tracks. "Not the 'I Love God, Man' type of thing," she explains, "I'm not especially religious but there are certain aspects of things I read in the bible that strike me as very moving and inspire me to build a song around. One is called 'Sit Easy Beside Me', based on the line 'I made a promise to my servant that I would not let him die.' It's my emotional interpretation of the line."
Is she steering clear of lyrics of the occult type after her experience with the Ton Tons? I wondered if the concept of witchcraft offended her own religious perspective.
"I don't mind what people dabble in - it isn't necessarily wrong, but in my experience when people get into magic they become obsessed - their whole lives, even their music gets overrun with it. I believe in something I call God - something out there - but I wouldn't even try and say what I think it is. I haven't a bloody clue and I'll only find out when I die. I believe that heaven and hell are situations on earth that you create for yourself. I certainly don't believe that anyone is controlled by spirits or the devil or anything - that's bullshit. I believe everyone on earth is put here with a choice of going up or down and that everyone is in control of their own life."
She sounds almost unrealistically optimistic. "I'm not saying I don't have bad patches, but I know I'm in control because I can talk myself out of them. Believe me, I worry constantly. It keeps my weight down!"
Slight, she is, though with an athletic structure indicating advanced tom-boyish horseplay. Her body hair has been painstakingly removed leaving an alabaster glint on the delicate calves that disappear disconcertingly into Doc Martens. Everybody one earth wants to know about the drastic haircut.
"Actually it was something of an accident," she admits. "I went on holidays to Greece and had my hair dyed black at the time. It was starting to grow out and I went to an Italian barber and asked him to remove the dyed bits. He didn't have a clue what I was saying and just shaved away. I loved it and haven't looked back since. The record company loves it too - it gets a laugh."
Is the stage image different to the girl herself? Not at all, she hopes.
"I don't dress up for the stage - what you're seeing now is the whole Sinéad. I like trousers but with the skinhead there's a danger of looking too much like a member of the National Front and understandably people get afraid. With the thin little party dresses I'm sweet in the middle which looks pretty good with the Docs. I'm aware this image mightn't go down so well in Ireland where people aren't used to skinheads, but I'll chance it."
Sex? As to dragging it into stage imagery, she doesn't think it's for her. "I think I'd look silly on stage feeling my tits," she giggles. "Not that I'm a raving Catholic or have anything against people who do. I don't really feel I need a high profile sexuality - I know I'm a woman and don't need to flaunt it. Madonna's probably the only one who does that business properly, and if she fucked her way to the top, more power to her for that. I admire that aspect of her because she doesn't let anybody get it in first. But I'm not a pop singer, after all, I'm only 19 and it's just as well people look at me and say, 'doesn't she look funny.' They'll laugh, they'll think it's sweet, and that's good."
As to Sinéad's own taste in music, certain friends think she's almost obnoxiously eclectic and sometimes digs up real schlock to beat other people with. She claims herself to like everything except Barry Manilow. As to Dublin bands, she feels somewhat guilty that living in London she's cut off from the scene to the extent that she hasn't heard many of the Going Concerns.
"I don't mean to sound patronising at this stage in my career, but I feel I should know more because I hope someday to be in a position to help out Dublin bands the way I was helped by Bono, Ossie and the like."
She likes thinking of Ireland in romantic terms so that she doesn't get physically angry over the influence of religion. It's easier to do when you don't live there, I venture. She knows it's true.
"My family are all there, and I'd like to keep Ireland in my heart as a place I love and can be proud of. But to do that I need to distance myself from the politics. The failure to bring in legal contraception, abortion, and divorce leaves the place like it was 100 years ago, and many women - men as well, will be treated like shit because of it. I don't know what the solution is, I just know that these things will never get through, as long as the church continues to have the kind of power it currently does. I love Ireland, but to tell the truth, I don't think I could ever live there again."
As to marriage, certainly Sinéad isn't considering it at present, but likes to fantasise. She sets a far off and ancient date of, say 26, as perhaps a proper time for beginning a family.
"I suppose every girl dreams of a wedding day," she admits. I try to imagine the white dress and veil with the Docs and skinhead. The photographers would mutiny.
"But, well, I'd only marry a geezer if I was totally and utterly crazy about him. Even at this stage I would, knowing that my father would hit the roof. He'd get used to it if he knew I was happy. But you have to be realistic. It's easy to be mad about someone if you only see them a few times a week, but living together may be a different story. You might think the sun shines out of the guy's arse and the first night you sleep together he snores like a pig. There are certain things you can only discover by living together, which I think is totally advisable before anyone contemplates marriage."
But why bother at all, in the end, I ask?
"You're right of course - even for me the very word marriage implies a prison of sorts. I suppose most people worry about making their children bastards, but I don't think that's fair. The only bastard child is a neglected one, deprived of love and affection. I want children myself - lots of them. But right now I have to think of my career.
Music, Sinéad explains is a totally consuming force to which all other aspects of life become secondary. It can have a rough effect on love.
"I've seen it happen in my own band," she explains. "Their girlfriends don't like it. You can get home so late, too tired to shag, to entertain. It's something you have to sort out with your lovers in advance."
Are Irish men particularly difficult in this way?
"Irish men were a problem for me, I suppose - they can't handle their girlfriend wanting an independent life of her own. They don't come out and say it, but you sense it. They get so used to their women traipsing around after them. They're ignorant, but all the same they have an inbuilt sweetness. They wouldn't harm you deliberately, only sometimes out of stupidity. They speak by implication, and you have to learn to take that implication literally."
It is easy to see that certain things have improved for the younger generation of women - even in Ireland. No one's going to take Sinéad for cheesecake, that's certain. All people, but especially women in Ireland she believes, should learn to take bigger risks.
"Ireland's a country where people talk all the time, and gossip. In the music scene you can be overtly affected by that, and then everyone can become too self-conscious. People are afraid to try something in case of what people might say. But you have to consider that what you lose by assertion wasn't worth having in the first place - women especially need to understand this. Anything that keeps a person from discovering their own abilities just isn't worth it. You only regret it in your old age.
"There's only one commandment I really believe in, and that's to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. After that, presumably, it's plain sailing."
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R.A. Strobel posted a note. December 7, 2015 4:41 pm
Rise of Merovech: Chapter Two
December 7, 2015 Category: Story 28 views
The men camped on the hill were loud. The drums echoed through the streets, their voices rang out in cheerful song hours after all of the shops had closed and taverns had closed their doors. Caecilia only wished she had a window to gaze out with the hopes of catching sight of the flames or hearing the music clearer. Instead, she was trapped in her bedroom, as she had been all night in the hopes of keeping her away from the guests. Nerva had never liked the men of the tribes, but he especially detested Merovech. Caecilia could never make sense of the jealousy and the fear, all bundled with his hatred of the tribes and his elevated opinion of himself. When her father had announced Caecilia's engagement to Merovech shortly after he was honored by the Emperor in Rome, Caecilia had been enormously excited. To marry such an honorable man was every girl's dream. Nerver, however, had not seen it that way. He had thrown what Caecilia could only describe as a tantrum had insulted the chieftan and Merovech to their faces. Her father chastised him and punished him, only to break the betrothal the following year. Nerva had made no secret of the fact that it was his doing and now she found herself engaged to the high and honorable Senator Rogatus. He was quite possibly the most vile man she had ever encountered. "Lady Caecilia," a gentle voice called out. "Your bed is ready." Caecilia sighed, placing her comb down on the table. She did not understand why she even tried. The years of abuse and bleach to her hair had ruled it terribly frayed and damaged. No amount of brushing would tame or repair it. "Please don't call me that, Livia." The little blonde servant girl blushed and ducked her head in apology. "Forgive me," she responded quickly. "It is only because I served at the party tonight." Caecilia smiled gently, walking over to the girl and taking her hands warmly. "Well, in here, you are Livia and I am Caecilia, right?" Livia nodded with a light giggle. "Right." The two girls continued to laugh as they crawled into the bed. Livia as always so glad to get off of her feet and the sight of relief she let out every night made Caecilia smile. "How was the meal? How were our guests?" "Honestly?...They seemed rather uncomfortable." Caecilia sniffed a derisive laugh. "Yes, I imagine the fine comforts of Rome are not to their liking at all. Who was here?" Livia gave her a careful glance, knowing what her mistress wanted to know. "There was a tall redhead with pale eyes." "Merovech," Caecilia interrupted. "And he brought two men with him," Livia continued "Both blonde. One was huge. The other, I think, had been here before. He was very polite." Caecilia smiled. "That sounds like it may have been Guntram. It is odd that Merovech did not bring his brother…" "Yes, lament the absence of the pig rather than rejoicing in it, Caeci." Caecilia and Livia both let out a surprised squeak and Livia quickly lifted the blanket to her chin. Caecilia looked over at Nera, standing smugly in her doorway. This was not the first time in which Caecilia despised the lack of doors inside a Roman villa. It meant that her brother or mother could come in at any moment and act all superior to her. "Tired of your back room rendezvous, Nerva?" she asked, glaring at him. He sighed. "I simply cannot enjoy myself when in the company of such filth," he answered on a sigh. "I cannot understand why father allows those animals in the house." "Perhaps if you spent more time on the battlefield and less time on your hair, you would understand." Caecilia's gaze snapped around to Livia, whose face was now pink, flush with shock and embarrassment. Apparently, she had surprised herself by saying such a thing. Caecilia chuckled loudly. "What did you just say to me, slave?" Nerva asked loudly, stepping into the room. Caecilia quickly hopped out of bed and placed herself between her brother and Livia. Nerva stopped his advance, his eyes alight with anger. "She is not a slave," Caecilia argued. He exhaled a disbelieving breath. "She is a slave, just like Sabinus is a bastard." Caecilia flinched at the mention of her baby brother. It was widely known around the household that her mother had had an affair which resulted in her pregnancy with the boy. The suspicion was that his father was one of Merovech's father's men. The red hair that Sabinus shared with Merovech simply did not exist among Romans. But, Caecilia's father had never questioned his paternity--at least not out loud--and had claimed Sabinus as his own son. To hear Nerva call him a bastard hurt her heart. "We did not buy Livia," she responded strongly. "We do not own her. She is not a slave. And Sabinus is not a bastard. Father claimed him the day he was born. He is his son, just like you are." Nerva visibly stiffened but had to rebuttal for her. Instead, he chose to change the subject. "Are you all packed to accompany your fiancé to Rome?" Caecilia felt sick to her stomach at the mention of the man she was doomed to marry. "You are just so proud of that, aren't you?" He tried to look offended. Instead he just looked arrogant. ."If I had not convinced father to let you marry the Senator, you would be living among heathen barbarians. Your husband would share you with his father. They eat their horses, Caeci! I have even heard they eat the daughters they do not want!" "Don't be ridiculous!" Caecilia snapped. "You know they do not eat their children. The point is you should not have meddled! I was ready to marry Merovech! Our marriage would have brought new citizens to Rome" Nerva laughed. "You idealistic fool. Those beasts will never be Roman citizens. And he would have tossed her to his friends once he had his fill of you. No, Caecilia: you deserve a good Christian marriage." Caecilia had not forgotten that the people of the tribes were pagans. It was a detail of their marriage that would have caused debate, but it was not a deal breaker in her opinion. Many of the tribes in the South had already converted; it was only a matter of time before the North followed suit. "You should not have interfered," she said quietly, looking down at her feet. She had wanted to marry Merovech, had wanted to learn about a new culture and help lead them to Rome. Merovech himself had been honored by the Emperor and was well on his way to becoming a Roman citizen. More importantly, she had wanted to be a wife and mother. She wanted to have a family. This new arrangement would have her being more like a forgotten piece of furniture in an abandoned room. Nerva wrapped his arms around her and kissed her on the crown of her head. "This is better for you," he soothed. "You deserve the glamorous life in Rome, not to be the unfortunate slave to a beast. You will be happy." Caecilia pushed him away. "Leave, Nerva," she ordered. "We need to sleep." For once, he left on her first request, leaving Caecilia standing in the middle of the room. She wanted to hate him. She wanted to lash out at him, despise him for taking away her future. But, she couldn't hate him. He was her brother. Livia said nothing as she crawled back into bed, having no response to the conversation. Caecilia could not stop her thoughts from turning sour as she compared her former fiancé to her current one. Rogatus was going to take her back to Rome by the week's end. They would marry and she would die tragically under the weight of her new husband on the wedding night. This was her fate, thanks to her brother. If it had not been for him, Caecia would probably be out dancing to the drums with Merovech and his men "I used to dream about running away with them," Caecilia admitted. "I would happily stow away with them." Livia exhaled a laugh. "Then we should go to bed so that you can dream those dreams again." Caecilia had difficulty sleeping. She had been so excited to be able to see Merovech again, but had been denied that. She could not make sense of the disappointment coursing through her any more than she could make sense of the disappointment in Merovech's stare. Caecilia had convinced herself that to be rid of her, any ties or obligations to her, would be an immense relief. He could carry on with his life of military glory and she would be crushed to death by a giant pig. The expression on his face, the range of emotions in his eyes indicated that the breaking of the engagement was not a relief, though. Had he been as hurt as she had been?
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R.A. Strobel posted a note. November 30, 2015 10:30 pm
Rise of Merovech: Chapter One
November 30, 2015 Category: Story 9 views
"Meroveus!" Councilman Cornelius Caecilius greeted informally stepping forward out of the shadow of his expensive Roman villa. "We are honored to host you once more! Welcome back to Castellum Menaporium!" Merovech stared down at the man, holding tightly to the reins of his horse. The Councilman was beginning to show his age. Care lines creased his brow and his hair was sprinkled with silver and white. It would seem that to him Rome was not being kind. The party behind Merovech shifted uncomfortably as a much too long silence ensued. The Councilman's smile wanted and he looked between the men of Merovec's party for guidance, but there was none. "I trust...there are no hard feelings?" Merovech finally forced a polite smile. "Of course not, dear Councilman," he answered, gesturing to the men at his back. "My captains and I thank you for your generous invitation." Seemingly pacified, Caecilius's smile returned. "We have a glorious feast laid out for you. And rooms have been prepared for you and your captains." "That is very kind, but I prefer to spend any night before a battle with my men." Caecilius's smile, only just returned, vanished, his eyes clouding with confusion and fear. "Battle, Meroveus? There is no battle tomorrow." Merovech smiled a little. "In these strange lands, you never know which day will be your last. Each day and night are a battle." Again, the Councilman was pacified and he let out a relieved laugh. "I had forgotten how much you like to jest, Meroveus! I can never tell when we are playing a game. But please, dismount your horses and come inside for some pleasures before we dine." Romans were always so extravagant with their words, as if using this extended vocabulary was going to do more than confuse whomever they were talking to. Dealing with Rome's representatives as always an especially tedious task. And, by the Gods, how he hated them calling him by that foul version of his name! The men dismounted their horses and handed them off to the mass of Greek slaves who had seemed to magically appear from around the villa. Merovech was hesitant as one slave came for his stallion. The massive silver beast was not to be handled by any random hand. He was a war horse, bred to face angry throngs of warriors. He was hot-tempered, temperamental and very specific about how he liked to be handled. Only one other man was brave and skilled enough to lead the horse. Most men just let Merovech interact with the animal, as it did not trust anyone else. But, Merovech slowly handed the reins to the slave, whispering calming words to the horse in his native language, which worked well enough. "That horse of yours seems to be quite a hassle," Caecilius commented. Merovech looked at him steadily. "He was not bred for companionship." "Of course not," came the uneasy response. Merovech and his two captains were led to the villa and a small gathering of men waiting at its entrance. An older man whose stomach was so large it was causing him to sweat under the weight and pressure smiled pompously at him. "So this is the famous Meroveus?" he asked in a loud, greasy voice. "Attila's bane, Defender of Rome! He looks every bit the Barbarian Warrior!" His voice sounded like he still held a large helping of tough meat in his mouth and the stains on his tunic did little to ease Merovech's disgust. It was a disgust shared not only by his comrades at his sides, but also by the much younger Roman staring at the visitors. He was not as smartly dressed as the pig beside him, but obviously took care of his garments and even greater care of his appearance. Merovech, however, was not impressed and more thought the boy looked like he would have the scent of a sour scrap of linen. Not that he was going to get any closer to the boy to get a good whif to confirm. "You remember my eldest son Nerva, of course," Caecilius announced. "And may I present Senator Pescennius Babullius Rogatus? He has travelled here with the sole purpose of meeting you." Why did the Romans require so many names? And which one of those ridiculous groups of syllables and sounds was he supposed to call him? At least the son was easy to remember. "Who is it you have brought with you?" the Senator asked loudly. Merovech gestured for the two blonde men to step forward. The leaner of the two cocked a smile at Merovech as he came to his side. "Guntram is my first captain. Corbus is my third." Corbus was much broader than Guntram and the son noticeably shook to behold him. "You had a brother, yes?" Caecilius asked. "Where is he?" "Samson is...north," Merovech answered. "He had prior obligations which prevented his presence." "What a shame," the Senator easily dismissed. "I hear he is good with his axe." "Corbus is better," Merovech responded darkly. They were led into the villa where they were instructed to remove their shoes and wash their hands in water that reeked of the typical Roman bathing oils. Merovech had never understood why Romans held such grand ceremonies for every small task. Guntram and Corbus, too, were confused and quite unwilling to relinquish their weapons. They were not needed and, thus, unwelcome at the dinner party--a reasonable argument for a civilian, but to a warrior, it was not good enough. Merovech was able to convince them to give them up with the understanding that they would be returned at the end of the visit. After introducing the men to this particular set of ceremony, Merovech and his captains were led into another room where they were to strip out of all clothing to share in a public massage. Guntram's look of horror as the fat senator began to disrobe was quite amusing. Merovech had to work very hard to maintain his composure. Corbus did not seem at all concerned by the sight, too distracted by the two young and beautiful men undressing him. Merovech uneasily allowed two other young men to do the same, but could not relax as the massage continued. Being fondled by a couple of young men who could easily pass for girls in heavy and fashionable make-up was not his idea of pleasure. At that point, he would much rather have preferred the girls they were pretending to be. Watching the Senator eye him and his men ravenously did nothing to relax Merovech either. And then there was the dinner party, where the same young men who had just violated their bodies served them wine in goblets decorated with erotic and blatantly sexual images. Merovech had never found it comfortable to eat while reclining on a couch. Guntram seemed to be as uncomfortable as Merovech and much less experienced, but Corbus was, yet again, unphased. There was something different about one of the slaves, though, and Merovech was ashamed to admit how long it took him to realize that this server was an actual female. Guntram appeared to have understood immediately and could not tear his eyes away from the young, blonde beauty. The invitation to the mysterious "Back Room" followed a meal of swollen sow's udders, jellyfish and dormice drenched in honey. Merovech's father had received this invitation with nearly every visit and it quickly became obvious why Merovech's mother had never approved of such an "honor." The same young men followed them once more into a locked room attached to the back of the villa, which many women called their workplace. The various scenes found on their goblets at the meal were then performed as yet another unnecessary ceremony and for once, Corbus looked interested. The pretty girl from dinner was nowhere to be found. Their weapons were returned to them in their original condition and they could not get their shoes on fast enough. Guntram could barely keep his eyes open and Merovech easily understood his exhaustion. It had been a tiring evening. How on earth were they going to make it back to camp? Yet, as they were attempting to leave, something kept pulling Merovech back until he finally had to turn around. His gaze found the earthy brown eyes of a young woman on the second floor, dressed and ready for bed. He recognized her immediately as the Councilman's eldest daughter, Caecilia. Merovech would have recognized her anywhere. But, the fire that he had grown so fond of seeing when they came to visit had all but disappeared from her. No hard feelings...How very far from the truth. "Rome is dying." That was what his father always said. No glorious explanations oro plans to stop the death of the great empire. Simply, "Rome is dying." All of his life, ever since he could remember, Merovech hear those words and wondered why such a great king as his father, such a great man, would cower down to a dying people who were more f a disease on the land than a civilization. Ruled by greed and lust, Rome was destroying itself from the inside as it struggled to maintain control over its territories. The terrifying and menacing giant of Merovech's childhood was now just a nightmarish shadow. And then there were the Huns, led by such a fearsome leader in Attila that the Romans could do nothing to stop their invasion. They reached out to the people they would call "barbarians," people such as his father. It was at this time when Merovech learned his father was not a great man. He was not even what men would consider a king, let alone a great one. To be a king, one had to have land to rule; his father did not even have that. In exchange for land to call home for himself and his tribe, Merovech's father agreed to fight with Rome to expel the Huns. But, when the time came to fight, instead of leading his soldiers himself, Merovech's father sent his sons to fight in his stead. Merovech became famous for his defeat of Attila and was honored in Rome by the emperor himself in a grand ceremony that reached all corners of the city. Yet, after Merovech was victorious against the enemy, it was his father who reaped all of the true benefits and rewards. He was gifted and and soon took his place as ruler over that land, all the while still paying tribute to Rome. But now, Merovech wore the crown of his father. "It is almost too simple, Guntram," Merovech said softly. Guntram chuckled a little as he looked down at the city. Their little encampment on the hill was still alive with music, laughter, dancing and drinking even when they returned from the dinner party. "Do you think they were glad to see us?" Merovech looked darkly out at the gridded streets and buildings of Castellum Menaporium. "I should hope so," he responded. "They sent for us." Guntram nodded. "I only hope I never have to eat udders and jellyfish again." Merovech let out a surprised but delighted laugh, agreeing to his friend's statement. Guntram laughed with him as he turned back to the party, but stopped walking as soon as his back was to the Roman city. "Your men are behind you, Merovech." Merovech took in a deep breath and walked to join his friend to return to camp. "Have your men awake two hours before dawn. I will tell Corbus to do the same."
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Jeanette MacDonald Singer actress
Jeanette MacDonald is a 61 years old Singer actress from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Jeanette MacDonald was born on June 18, 1903 (died on January 14, 1965, she was 61 years old) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as Jeanette Anna MacDonald. Her nickname was MacDonald Jeanette Anna.
Jeanette MacDonald, American singer and actress
Jeanette Anna MacDonald was an American singer and actress best remembered for her musical films of the 1930s with Maurice Chevalier and Nelson Eddy.
Her real name:
Birth name of Jeanette MacDonald is Jeanette Anna MacDonald
Is Jeanette MacDonald still alive?
No, she died on 01/14/1965, 57 years ago. She was 61 years old when she died. Cause of death: myocardial infarction. She died in Houston and buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park .
Gene Raymond, Actor singer composer producer director
She married with Gene Raymond (89), in 1937. Jeanette MacDonald was 33 and Gene Raymond was 28 years old. After 28 years, in 1965 Gene passed away.
Jeanette MacDonald Albums (23)
There are 23 albums of Jeanette MacDonald.
Her last album Beyond the Blue Horizon: Highlights from Cinema & Musical released 7 months 6 days ago. When Beyond the Blue Horizon: Highlights from Cinema & Musical released, she was 117 years old. This album contains 24 tracks
Her first album Smilin' Through released 62 years ago, she was 56 years old when this album released. There were 12 songs in this album.
Beyond the Blue Horizon: Highlights from Cinema & Musical
Released 7 months ago
Her Golden Years (Remastered)
Is it True 'Bout Jeanette MacDonald?
When I'm Calling You
View all Jeanette MacDonald albums.
Popular Jeanette MacDonald Songs
San Francisco (San Francisco, released 30 years ago)
Will You Remember? [victor 4329] [recorded 1936] (Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy (Operetta and Song Selections) [Recorded 1935 - 1942], released 1 year ago)
Chant D'amour Indien (Jeanette MacDonald (Collection "Les voix d'or"), released 15 years ago)
Indian Love Call [victor 4323] [recorded 1936] (Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy (Operetta and Song Selections) [Recorded 1935 - 1942], released 1 year ago)
Ah! Sweet Mystery Of Life (San Francisco, released 30 years ago)
Ah! Sweet Mystery Of Life [victor 4323] [recorded 1936] (Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy (Operetta and Song Selections) [Recorded 1935 - 1942], released 1 year ago)
Indian Love Call (Those Were the Days - Jeanette Macdonald, released 8 years ago)
San Francisco (Jeanette MacDonald (Collection "Les voix d'or"), released 15 years ago)
Beyond The Blue Horizon - (San Francisco, released 30 years ago)
Isn`t It Romantic (Voices of Romance, released 10 years ago)
Jeanette MacDonald Movies (40)
There are 40 movies of Jeanette MacDonald.
Her first feature film was That's Entertainment! III (1994, as (archive footage)). She was 91 when she starred in this movie. Since 1994, she has appeared in 40 feature films. The last one is I Married an Angel (1942). In this movie, she played the character Anna / Brigitta .
Cairo (1942) As Marcia Warren, she was 39 years old
New Moon (1940) As Marianne de Beaumanoir, she was 37 years old
Sweethearts (1938) As Gwen Marlowe, she was 35 years old
The Girl of the Golden West (1938) As Mary Robbins, she was 34 years old
Maytime (1937) As Marcia Mornay, she was 33 years old
View all Jeanette MacDonald movies.
Jeanette MacDonald movie characters
The names of the characters/jobs in the films she starred in are as follows:
That's Entertainment! III (1994) 91
That's Entertainment! (1974) 71
Madame Sonia / Fifi The Merry Widow (1934) 31
The Love Goddesses (1965) 61
Colette Bertier One Hour with You (1932) 28
Princess Jeanette Love Me Tonight (1932) 29
That's Entertainment, Part II (1976) 72
Mary Blake San Francisco (1936) 33
Louise Rayton Morgan Three Daring Daughters (1948) 44
Countess Helene Mara Monte Carlo (1930) 27
Marie de Flor Rose Marie (1936) 32
Jeanette MacDonald Follow the Boys (1944) 40
Marietta Naughty Marietta (1935) 31
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? (1975) 72
Shirley Sheridan The Cat and the Fiddle (1934) 30
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life (1988) 85
Gwen Marlowe Sweethearts (1938) 35
Queen Louise The Love Parade (1930) 26
Jenny The Lottery Bride (1930) 27
Mary Robbins The Girl of the Golden West (1938) 34
Nina Maria The Firefly (1937) 34
Myrna Loy: So Nice to Come Home To (1990) 87
Helen Lorfield Winter The Sun Comes Up (1949) 45
Kathleen / Moonyean Clare Smilin' Through (1941) 38
Marcia Warren Cairo (1942) 39
Jeanne Drake Don't Bet on Women (1931) 27
Sarah Millick Bitter Sweet (1940) 37
A New Romance of Celluloid: The Miracle of Sound (1940) 36
Mary Hale Broadway Serenade (1939) 35
Hollywood Goes to Town (1938) 35
Herself Hollywood: Style Center of the World (1940) 36
Marcia Mornay Maytime (1937) 33
Marianne de Beaumanoir New Moon (1940) 37
The Spencer Tracy Legacy: A Tribute by Katharine Hepburn (1986) 82
Herself The Romance of Celluloid (1937) 34
Annabelle Leigh Annabelle's Affairs (1931) 27
Joan Wood Let's Go Native (1930) 27
Carlotta Manson Oh, for a Man! (1930) 27
Katherine The Vagabond King (1930) 26
Anna / Brigitta I Married an Angel (1942) 39
Jeanette MacDonald TV Shows (3)
Her first TV Show was The Ed Sullivan Show (1948).
The Ed Sullivan Show She was 45 years old
Lux Video Theatre She was 47 years old
This Is Your Life She was 49 years old
What was Jeanette's zodiac sign?
Jeanette MacDonald zodiac sign was gemini.
Other facts about Jeanette MacDonald
MacDonald Jeanette Anna
Jeanette Anna MacDonald
Houston , located in the administrative territorial entity: Texas
Gene Raymond
Place of burial
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
MacDonald. Show people with the surname MacDonald
U.S. National Archives Identifier
Europeana entity
Agent/base/149234
Jeanette MacDonald Discography
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Opera Singer


Tracy Miller, Lori Shaw, Johnnie Woods, Bobbie Hudnall.
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In her free time she enjoys spending time with husband Mike, SOAR's lead fence guy, three dogs and loves traveling. She is also active in her church.
Bobbie has been with SOAR since it's inception in 2008.
She is SOAR's fundraising chairperson and a real people-person.


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Last month, CCATDP held events across the great state of Louisiana to discuss the conservative case against the death penalty. From Lake Charles, to the capital in Baton Rouge, to New Orleans, our staff met with many on the right who have become concerned with the flaws in the state's death penalty system.
In New Orleans, CCATDP partnered with Tulane University's Young Americans for Liberty, where our National Manager Hannah Cox joined the Promise of Justice Initiative's Michael Cahoon to present the bipartisan case for death penalty repeal. Over 60 students participated in the event.
At the end of October, we're heading to Louisiana for a string of events across the state that will examine the reasons those on both the left and right are turning against the death penalty. We'll also be talking about the state's history with the criminal justice system, and looking at other pressing reforms in the state, such as unanimous juries, that impact those caught up in the system.
We hope you'll join us for an event!


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Upregulated SMAD3 promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition and predicts poor prognosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
Ken Yamazaki, Yohei Masugi, Kathryn Effendi, Hanako Tsujikawa, Nobuyoshi Hiraoka, Minoru Kitago, Masahiro Shinoda, Osamu Itano, Minoru Tanabe, Yuko Kitagawa, Michiie Sakamoto
Division of Diagnostic Pathology
In pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), features of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) are often seen in tumor tissue, and such features correlate with poor prognosis. Solitary infiltration of tumor cells represents a morphological phenotype of EMT, and we previously reported that a high degree of solitary cell infiltration correlates with EMT-like features, including reduced E-cadherin and elevated vimentin levels. Using solitary cell infiltration to evaluate the degree of EMT, gene-expression profiling of 12 PDAC xenografts was performed, and SMAD3 was identified as an EMT-related gene. Immunohistochemistry using clinical specimens (n=113) showed that SMAD3 accumulated in the nuclei of tumor cells, but was not detected in most epithelial cells in the pancreatic duct. Moreover, SMAD3 upregulation correlated with malignant characteristics, such as higher tumor grade and lymph node metastasis, as well as with EMT-like features. SMAD4, which plays a key role in transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) signaling, is inactivated in approximately half of PDAC cases. In this study, the nuclear accumulation of SMAD3 was immunohistochemically detected even in SMAD4-negative cases. SMAD3 knockdown resulted in upregulated E-cadherin, downregulated vimentin, and reduced cell motility in pancreatic cancer cells regardless of SMAD4 status. In addition, TGF-β-treatment resulted in EMT induction in cells carrying wild-type SMAD4, and EMT was suppressed by SMAD3 knockdown. Patients with upregulated SMAD3 and a high degree of solitary cell infiltration had shorter times to recurrence and shorter survival times after surgery, and multivariate analysis showed that both factors were independent prognostic factors linked to unfavorable outcomes. These findings suggest that SMAD3 in PDAC is involved in the promotion of malignant potential through EMT induction in tumor cells regardless of SMAD4 status and serves as a potential biomarker of poor prognosis.
Laboratory Investigation
https://doi.org/10.1038/labinvest.2014.53
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Yamazaki, K., Masugi, Y., Effendi, K., Tsujikawa, H., Hiraoka, N., Kitago, M., Shinoda, M., Itano, O., Tanabe, M., Kitagawa, Y., & Sakamoto, M. (2014). Upregulated SMAD3 promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition and predicts poor prognosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Laboratory Investigation, 94(6), 683-691. https://doi.org/10.1038/labinvest.2014.53
Upregulated SMAD3 promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition and predicts poor prognosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. / Yamazaki, Ken; Masugi, Yohei; Effendi, Kathryn et al.
In: Laboratory Investigation, Vol. 94, No. 6, 06.2014, p. 683-691.
Yamazaki, K, Masugi, Y, Effendi, K, Tsujikawa, H, Hiraoka, N, Kitago, M, Shinoda, M, Itano, O, Tanabe, M, Kitagawa, Y & Sakamoto, M 2014, 'Upregulated SMAD3 promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition and predicts poor prognosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma', Laboratory Investigation, vol. 94, no. 6, pp. 683-691. https://doi.org/10.1038/labinvest.2014.53
Yamazaki K, Masugi Y, Effendi K, Tsujikawa H, Hiraoka N, Kitago M et al. Upregulated SMAD3 promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition and predicts poor prognosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Laboratory Investigation. 2014 Jun;94(6):683-691. doi: 10.1038/labinvest.2014.53
Yamazaki, Ken ; Masugi, Yohei ; Effendi, Kathryn et al. / Upregulated SMAD3 promotes epithelial-mesenchymal transition and predicts poor prognosis in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. In: Laboratory Investigation. 2014 ; Vol. 94, No. 6. pp. 683-691.
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"Look at Dallas' history. They always choke," Grugier-Hill gleefully said to television cameras. "So we'll go down there and make them choke."
Pederson, speaking to Dallas reporters on a teleconference call Thursday morning, was hard-pressed to explain the comments before the teams meet again at 3:25 p.m. Sunday at AT&T Stadium.
"It's unfortunate … one guy … I think it's already bulletin board material so we're well past that," Pederson said. "I have a ton of respect for Jason Garrett and the Dallas organization."
The Eagles have big plans for Dallas this weekend. pic.twitter.com/B2SJwDlsih
— NBC Sports Philadelphia (@NBCSPhilly) December 5, 2018
Cowboys players basically rolled their eyes when asked about Grugier-Hill's comments.
"Ah, man. That's crazy," Linebacker Jaylon Smith said. "But that's a rival game though. You've got guys who talk a lot, so when the lights turn on we're prepared. We just have to focus on us."
Pederson played up the rivalry aspect of the NFC East showdown with first place in the division on the line.
"This has always been a great rivalry. I've played in this game before as a player so I know what it's all about," he said. "Just like probably every coach in America, high school, college and pro. I talked to the guys every single day about things like that. Sometimes it happens, it's unfortunate."
The game is already huge, Pederson said, so any bulletin board material is probably overkill.
"I don't really believe you have to do that. These games are big enough. There's enough pressure, enough angst to win the game, to do your job," he said. "With the amount of media attention that everybody gets and social media, it's a firestorm and players are going to see it. I've never had to [use bulletin board material] and I wouldn't expect Coach [Jason] Garrett would have to do that because the players are going to see it and formulate their own opinions."
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English singer Amy Winehouse was found dead in her apartment Saturday. She was 27 years old, according to NME.
While the cause of her death is currently unknown, it is suspected that she died of a drug overdose.
More recent reports are saying that Winehouse died from an ecstasy overdose, according to MTV producer Danny Panthaki. In other conflicting reports, her parents say that such a claim in "nonsense."
Furthermore, Amy could have been dead for up to six hours before her body was found.
Considering her well-known history of drug and alcohol abuse, Amy's death didn't even surprise her parents. "It was only a matter of time," her mother Janis said.
Rest in peace, Amy Winehouse, new member of the Forever 27 Club.


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The state devotes massive resources to keeping itself on the cutting edge. About five percent of GDP goes to R&D, and the region files more patent registrations per citizen than any other state. This makes BW the innovation region No. 1 in Europe. There are also more than 70 institutions of higher learning, including world-famous universities in Tübingen and Heidelberg, and over 100 presentations of world-class research organizations, such as the Fraunhofer Society and Max Planck Institute.
These factors have led over 5000 international companies to choose Baden-Württemberg as a business location. Moreover, Baden-Württemberg enchants visitors with the Black Forest, Lake Constance, and its spas, wines, and foods.
Invest in Bavaria has been in existence since 1999 and offers companies a wealth of services for all stages of setting up a business in the state, from the planning phase, throughout the search for and selection of a location, to implementation. Even once companies are successfully settled, Invest in Bavaria continues to support them, such as during a planned expansion. Our service is free, confidential and individual. Our team is international and we are there for you locally, worldwide.
The German capital has undergone a fantastic development in the last decade. The city's famous creativity and outstanding research landscape have been complemented by considerable economic power. Berlin has become a magnet for talent from all over the world and the home and birthplace of a constantly growing number of technology companies. The strengths of these young, innovative businesses are particularly in the fields of ICT, media and creative industries, health care, energy technology, transport and photonics.
Companies benefit from Berlin's central location, the outstanding research environment, the vibrant startup scene and the dynamic labor market. Berlin is the startup center of Europe. In 2017, almost 3 billion euros of venture capital were invested in Berlin startups. The city's share of total VC financing in Germany was 69%. Almost a third of all German startups are based in Berlin. Employees appreciate the cultural diversity, the moderate cost of living, and the relaxed lifestyle of a green and modern metropolis.
As the capital of the biggest national economy in Europe, it goes without saying that Berlin plays a pivotal role in European Union decision making. It is the heart of the new Europe. And who doesn't want to be where the action is? Berlin offers excellent infrastructure. The capital region connects Western and Eastern Europe. The Berlin region links western and eastern Europe. It is the nexus of the major European routes that connect the largest single market in the western world.
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In almost no other region do the many positive locational factors form such a sound and solid basis for economic growth – an excellent infrastructure, high-level science and research competence, qualified and motivated specialists, innovative creativity, cultural highlights and scenic beauty. This unique mix makes Brandenburg an attractive investment location, for example already for global players like ArcelorMittal, Mercedes Benz, Rolls-Royce, Swiss Krono, Thermo Fisher, Vestas or VW.
Companies find in Brandenburg excellent foundations for their economic development. There is a wide range of commercial, industrial and office spaces which are ripe for development. The areas are available in the best locations and at reasonable prices. Trade taxes are also very favourable. They are well below the national average.
Brandenburg's economic development focuses on strong sectors compacted in growth clusters and on 15 regional growth areas. Companies with high-quality investments receive special support and promotion.
Brandenburg Invest (WFBB), the Brandenburg economic development corporation, is the central point of contact for investors, companies based in the state of Brandenburg and technology-oriented start-ups. WFBB offers a broad array of services for economic development and the promotion of employment: From supporting a company's establishment and its expansion to promoting innovations, internationalization and networking as well as the acquisition and qualification of a skilled workforce.
The Bremen region may be relatively small, but what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in its capacity for innovation, commercial strength and entrepreneurial spirit. It is Germany's second-largest industrial hub with port facilities. Bremerhaven container terminal is the fourth largest in Europe and among the 25 largest in the world. The eight universities and colleges teach approximately 37,000 students. Around 50 technology research institutes, such as Fraunhofer and Max Planck institutes, are based in Bremen and help to put new ideas and solutions into practice.
This cosmopolitan city state has expertise in aerospace, the maritime economy and logistics, automotive and the wind energy – and is a global player in all of them. Within the space industries and aeronautics sector, Bremen is home to more than 140 companies and 20 institutes. Primary industry leaders are the Airbus Group, Rheinmetall Defence Electronics, OHB and their suppliers. Major products from Bremen are the wings of the Airbus aircraft, the Ariane upper stages or the satellite navigation system GALILEO. The maritime sector accounts for more than 30 per cent of Bremen's economy. Bremerhaven's container port handles huge volumes of goods, which are processed and transported by some 40,000 people working for more than 1,300 companies. Bremen has also been a centre of automotive production for almost as long as cars have been around. The Mercedes-Benz plant, the city's biggest private employer, makes more than 420,000 vehicles every year (as at 2017) and is the main global plant for the C-Class range. Bremen also plays a key role in wind energy. Today more than 120 companies and institutes employ more than 4,000 people across the industry, with approximately half of them working offshore. Further strong sectors in Bremen are the food and beverage industry, digitalization and the creative industry.
Bremen values international relations. It has the highest export ratio of all German federal states (65.4 per cent in 2017). Companies and investors from around the globe benefit from the one-stop services of Bremeninvest, Bremen's economic development agency. The Bremeninvest team helps with all matters related to the establishment of subsidiaries, branches and international start-ups. It also provides information about Bremen as an investment location and facilitates collaborations with Bremen-based companies. Representatives are located in China, Vietnam and Turkey.
Port cities around the globe are the ultimate drivers of innovation. Not only goods are handled here, but also fresh ideas. Ports are platforms for commodities and ideas that are subsequently translated into innovation.
Hamburg has been a port city and trading centre for more than one thousand years. And ever since the rise of the industrial revolution in the second half of the 18th century, this traditional merchants' town gradually turned into a major industrial location too. In the course of this, technology, productivity and research advanced at a rapid pace, laying the foundations for modern-day Hamburg.
Today, as digitisation has initiated a new industrial revolution, Hamburg is once again ahead of the game when it comes to leveraging new technological opportunities for the benefit of Hamburg's residents and for developing new processes and products. With its broad industry base, Hamburg provides a solid foundation for this. In Hamburg, the future is built on tradition.
The best ideas are worthless if they don´t lead to innovative products. Hamburg businesses have a reputation for contributing to the world market by continuously enhancing and expanding their range of products. Especially companies in aviation, medical technology, renewable energies, mechanical engineering and pharmaceuticals are true patent champions.
Well-known brands here include Philips, Airbus, Beiersdorf, tesa, Hauni, Still, Jungheinrich, Olympus, Eppendorf, Lufthansa Technik, Navigon, Weinmann Medical Technology, Senvion, Nordex and NXP Semiconductors. In addition, there are various "hidden champions" that create and develop products for the global marketplace from Hamburg and the Hamburg Metropolitan Region.
and direct access to the German and European markets.
Managers can reach every major European business centre from Frankfurt Airport within a maximum flight time of two and a half hours. In the European movement of goods, sales targets are achieved with a modern road and rail network.
Future as a concept: The existing excellent infrastructure is being systematically expanded to guarantee consistent speed, reliability and flexibility.
Innovation is Hessen's standard: With its theme "Innovation through Interaction", Hessen offers direct access to national technology and business networks. This benefits both, the internationally active local companies and the numerous SMEs in Hessen, as well as start-up and scale-up businesses.
The world's largest data exchange point, DE-CIX, guarantees a high degree of utilisation in digitisation with record data traffic of more than 6.4 terabits per second. Furthermore, Hessen offers a competence centre for the highest security requirements with its Centre for Research in Security and Privacy (CRISP), which is highly respected throughout Europe.
Investors come to Hessen and stay: Over 12,500 foreign companies already do business here. People from 190 nationsnow call Hessen their home.
We have the right answer for companies wishing to successfully become established in Europe, Germany and the economic region of Hessen. Let us convince you!
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is situated in the heart of Europe. Its central position lying between the metropolises of Hamburg, Berlin, Copenhagen and Stettin offers companies in all sectors outstanding locational advantages. Modern infrastructures enable direct access to global markets and make the northeasternmost federal state in Germany the ideal investment location.
A family-friendly environment and outstanding living conditions result in an excellent specialist potential. Our five state colleges and universities in Rostock, Greifswald, Neubrandenburg, Stralsund and Wismar offer numerous research cooperation possibilities while turning out well qualified graduates. Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is a prosperous business location with a wide range of industries and strong networks.
The Region of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is one of the most beautiful and interesting holiday areas in Germany. Almost 2,000 kilometer of coastline, more than 2,000 lakes, extensive forests and conservation areas and also numerous architectural, artistic and cultural monuments offer unique conditions for a restful holidayand the tourism sector – the state's main industry.
Other significant industries in MV includethemaritime industry, life sciences,lumber, plastics,agriculture, food processing and the renewable industry. These and other industries also benefit from the fact that MV offers some of the highest investment incentives in the EUand provides fully developed commercial and industrial sites of up to 300 ha.
Niedersachsen, Germany's second-largest federal state, lies at the heart of Europe, and its North Sea coast with its seaports and exceptionally well developed infrastructure with speedy road, rail, air and waterways connections to domestic and foreign markets make this location very interesting for a wide range of enterprises. Our state capital Hannover attracts the world's business community to its international trade fair grounds.
North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) is the most populous state in Germany. With its 17.9 million inhabitants, there are more people living here than in the neighboring Netherlands. At around 691.5 billion euros, they generate more than one-fifth of the total German gross domestic product. Some 160 million people live within a radius of 500 kilometers (311 miles) around the state capital Düsseldorf. No other European metropolitan region possesses such purchasing power.
The size of the market and the favorable location conditions attracts companies from all over the world to the Rhine and Ruhr. Around 20,000 foreign companies have already invested in NRW and control their German or European activities from here. They make NRW the No.1 investment location in Germany.
All major European cities can be reached within three hours from the two major international airports in Düsseldorf and Cologne/Bonn, Germany's third-largest cargo airport. A dense network of waterways, railways and roads provides fast routes to the sales and procurement markets in Europe and the rest of the world. In Duisburg, the world's largest inland port ensures reliable connections to the Belgian and Dutch seaports.
More than 110 technology centers and non-university research institutes in the state form the densest research network in Europe and provide ideal conditions for technology transfer. And the wide range of studies offered by the 70 universities and universities of applied sciences ensures that companies from all industries can find qualified employees here.
Renowned theaters and museums, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, sports events and cultural festivals all contribute to one of the richest cultural landscapes in Europe.
Rheinland-Pfalz, the German state with the largest number of European neighboring states – Belgium, France and Luxembourg – is successful as an international business location. With an export ratio of 55.9 % Rheinland-Pfalz ranks second among the Federal states (except city states) in Germany. The region of Kaiserslautern hosts one of the largest US-American communities outside the United States of America. This also reflects open-mindedness and a welcoming environment.
Besides hidden champions such as Wirtgen GmbH, global players as BASF (chemistry), Mercedes Benz (truck sector) and Schott (glass) provide for a healthy range of industries, jobs, innovations and a high added value.
Rheinland-Pfalz is well-connected: Frankfurt Airport is only 20 minutes away from the state capital Mainz. A well-developed traffic network, the Rhine as the most important European waterway; all in all, also the broadband connection for 98% of the population as well as the gigabit linkage of the business and industrial sites provides ideal conditions. Increasing digitization and innovation, recently also in agriculture, are thus guaranteed.
Numerous research institutes (i.e. Fraunhofer, Helmholtz, Max-Planck) and universities provide impetuses for innovation; technology centers offer an ideal platform for start-ups. Five sectors characterize the Rheinland-Pfalz business landscape: the pharmaceutical, automotive, metal, machinery and food industries.
A diverse cultural landscape, with four UNESCO world heritage sites in Rheinland-Pfalz alone, further enhances an already attractive living area. Furthermore, Rheinland-Pfalz is Germany's foremost wine region and, with more than 60 springs, the origin of many important mineral waters.
In the glass facade of the highest house of the world, in every car built in Germany, in every Aspirin and in every perfume Chanel No. 5 – in all of it, there is a piece of Saxony-Anhalt. The industrial scenery in Saxony-Anhalt is characterized by traditional, but also by anew emerging industries. Saxony-Anhalt is the state with the right mix: it is both an impressive industrial location and a great place to call home. Mountains crisscrossed by hiking paths roll into plains where wind farms stretch across the horizon.
Located in the centre of Germany, Saxony-Anhalt is highly valued by foreign investors and leads the Eastern German federal states with foreign direct investments. In Saxony-Anhalt, international investors find an attractive investment environment. The lead markets, which are supported by the federal state with their commercial and scientific development, are based on the dynamic power of growing industries, as well as the strength of the traditional branches in the state.
The industry in Saxony-Anhalt is widely diversified and includes everything from automotive supply production and mechanical engineering to information technology, biotechnology, and medical technology. However, the real economic powerhouses are the mechanical and plant engineering, logistics and the chemical industries. Global players like Bayer, Total, and Dow Chemical back a flourishing chemical industry.
The established industries in the federal state offer attractive value-added chains with local companies in which investors can find the raw materials or technologies that they require. It therefore comes as no surprise that the top foreign investments in Saxony-Anhalt not only included investors who have opted to set up locally – the numerous expansion investment projects are also a testament to the excellent quality of location in terms of economic growth.
Graduates from 2 universities, 12 universities of applied science and 12 research institutes are highly demanded by companies because of their excellent skills and capacity for innovation. Low labor costs combined with high productivity make Saxony-Anhalt a model for business efficiency. Natural beauty and numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites also add to the attractiveness of Saxony-Anhalt.
Companies that opt for Saarland are stood on good ground, as this small flatland is in robust shape. This can be seen in stable employment figures for Saarland's economy, as well as a rich seam of specialists and executives of the future, as its universities boast high student numbers. Trade is also experiencing positive growth.
In short: this is a good climate for business. Together with short routes and direct proximity to France and Luxembourg, investors are identifying Saarland as a great location. It is excellent for serving the European market, a cornerstone of its commercial success.
An increasing number of international groups agree, including ZF, Dachser, Amer Sports, Lands´ End, Michelin and DSV. Saarland is a sought-after gateway for companies wanting to serve the west and south European markets: 40% of the EU's GDP is generated within a 650km radius of Saarland. This has also been recognised by market-leading kitchen provider Nobilia from East Westphalia, which opted for a 29-hectare site near to the border.France and Luxembourg are just a stone's throw away from industrial areas, with links to the German and French motorway networks very close by.
There is a wealth of cooperation opportunities for technology companies wanting to bring their products and services to Germany. Scientific excellence and industry-oriented development come together on the Saar. Numerous top global research institutes are based in Saarbrücken, including the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security, the internationally renowned German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI), and institutes such as Intel Visual Computing, Max-Planck, Fraunhofer, Leibniz, Helmholtz for Pharmaceutical Research, or the Center for Bioinformatics. The Saarland Informatics Campus is one of the world's leading computer science locations, with 800 scientists and 1,700 students from 81 countries.
You will not be a 'newbie' for long in Saarland, as Saarlanders will soon include you in the conversation. The environment also offers plenty to offset busy everyday life: the Saar and Mosel rivers flow through the region and a third of it is covered in forest. And with its wide range of cultural activities, the state capital of Saarbrücken (like the state as a whole) is down-to-earth yet still cosmopolitan. This inimitable combination of German zest for life and French savoir-vivre is apparent everywhere.
There are many good reasons why the region in the heart of Europe is a top location for globally active companies as Volkswagen, BMW, GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Infineon, DHL, Bosch, or NILES-SIMMONS-HEGENSCHEIDT.
It's all about the people who are Saxony's greatest asset. Because – Saxons are exceptionally bright. More than 95 % of Saxony's workforce possess at least a university entrance qualification / completed vocational training (OECD average = 78 %).
Saxony's transportation infrastructure is also efficient and solution-oriented – with its dense network of federal expressways, rail lines, three inland ports on the Elbe River, and two international airports. At Leipzig/Halle Airport, the logistics giant DHL provides 24/7 service year round at its European air cargo hub.
Vibrant industrial branches form the backbone of the business location Saxony. The traditional heart of Saxony's economy is found in the Chemnitz-Zwickau region. Whether it be mechanical engineering or more than 100 years of "Autoland Saxony" – strong and highly efficient industries have evolved from smart ideas and intelligent solutions. The heart of "Silicon Saxony" – Europe's largest cluster for the microelectronics / ICT sector – beats in Dresden.
Another competitive edge of Saxony – the region is one of the "Strong Innovators" within the EU. The focus of Saxony's researchers is on intersectoral topics such as lightweight engineering, energy storage technologies, sensor technology (e. g. for the "Internet of Things") or application-oriented software.
Saxony – this doesn't just stand for business, dynamic growth, and industry. World renowned are also the products "made in Saxony" with precision craftsmanship and manufacturing tradition such as MEISSEN®porcelain or watches made in "Glashuette / Sa.". And – Saxony enchants. With a superb blend of a remarkable historical heritage, a wide range of cultural attractions, and great natural beauty – Germany's number one travel destination for culture enthralls residents and tourists alike.
Entrepreneurial decisions require vision and foresight. »Schleswig-Holstein. Germany's True North.« offers the ideal location for your company, and an inspiring environment which makes it easier for you to make the right choice. The northernmost federal state in Germany provides many advantages. Conveniently located for transportation, Schleswig-Holstein is the gateway to the markets in Scandinavia, the Baltic states and in central and eastern Europe. The basis for this is an infrastructure designed to meet the needs of the future. The A7 motorway, as the most important north-south connection in Germany, is being expanded to meet future needs, and will then have 6 lanes along most of the route. The Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link will establish another efficient transport connection with Scandinavia. With its fibre optic strategy, Schleswig-Holstein is a pioneer nationwide, and is thereby creating the most state-of-the-art broadband infrastructure in the whole of Germany.
Schleswig-Holstein's population will continue to develop on a stable basis in the coming years. Qualified, specialist staff are the foundation of a dynamic economy, and ensure that the SME-characterised industry of the state can further expand its strong market position. But it is not only the hard location factors which speak for Schleswig-Holstein. In our federal state, there is close cooperation between business, politics, administration and economic development. We don't just have lengthy discussions about problems – we resolve them together. There is a good reason why the happiest people in Germany live in the true north! The region between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea is ideally suited for life and work. We cordially invite you: you could also be one of the entrepreneurs with vision and foresight.
In Thuringia there flourishes a pioneering and inventive spirit, new ideas and innovations that can change the world. Carl Zeiss, Ernst Abbe and Otto Schott long ago laid the foundation for today's optics industry and the productive coaction of industry and science in Thuringia's Jena. Thuringia has been building on that ever since – for example with a diverse research environment with nine universities and technical colleges for a start, a total of 14 institutes of the Fraunhofer, Leibniz, Max-Planck and Helmholtz Association and eight business-related research institutes.
A central location at the heart of Europe, an efficient infrastructure, ICE and motorway hubs, large and attractive industrial parks and people who want to make a difference; all of this comprises a unique combination of locational advantages which makes the state a sought-after address for investors from around the world. For enterprises looking for interdisciplinary collaboration with innovative partners, Thuringia is bursting with opportunities to make connections, as the state's economy is characterised by a diverse mix of industries and a vibrant research and innovation culture.
Thuringia has now become the state with the highest economic growth rate since 1990 and the most industrial companies per 100,000 inhabitants – and the economic dynamism of the past few years is reflected in the lowest unemployment rate in the five former East German states. Entrepreneurs and skilled workers are attracted by a high quality of life: Thuringia is the country of castles and palaces, possesses in cities like Eisenach, Erfurt, Weimar and Jena the domains of famous poets, thinkers and artists such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Friedrich Schiller, Franz Liszt or Otto Dix. Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Thuringia, here it was that the reformer Martin Luther was ordained priest, here in the nineteen-twenties the Bauhaus invented new forms of expression for art and architecture.


Atlas Robot, Parkour Athlete from Boston Dynamics.
Four-legged robot designed for indoor and outdoor operations.
Electric powered and hydraulically actuated.
Boston Dynamics showing off one of its latest robots.
Atlas, next generation, designed to operate outdoors and inside buildings. Specialized for mobile manipulation, electrically powered and hydraulically actuated.
It uses sensors in its body and legs to balance and LIDAR and stereo sensors in its head to avoid obstacles, assess the terrain, help with navigation and manipulate objects.
This mobile device captures unwanted drones with a net projectile, and drops it back to earth without damage. A safe way to manage our crowded skies.
Apple Sport Watch teardown by the iFixit team.
iFixit started by prying open the display and disconnecting the display and digitizer cables underneath, getting a first look at the Taptic Engine, inside of the Digital Crown and internal 205 mAh battery. Digging further into the Apple Watch, the team got a closer look at various components for haptic feedback, an ambient light sensor and S1 integrated processor.
The Pro Tech Screwdriver Kit will cover all your screw driver needs. (Unless you need those super tiny tri-wing bits seen in the Apple Watch.
Definitely a future of possibilities along with our willingness to navigate uncharted territories if we choose to accept unpredictable consequences.
Cymatics is a science of creating visualizations with audio frequencies.
Here, Nigel Stanford experiments with tones and frequencies to achieve desired patterns through material worlds. With a range of musical abilities he plays a drum set, and keyboard while also rigging makeshift instruments from playing cards.
These exoskeletons are state of the art wearable leg assitive devices.
Wearable mechatronic technology based on research from the Bio-Inspired Robotics laboratory at ETH Zurich.
Elegance and simplicity destined for endless applications.
Experimental face-mapping technology synching on during real-time movements and accurately projecting various surface textures onto the model's face.


Maximum Mike will be at Total Confusion along with his son Cody. Mike will be running some games. His son will also be there running Witcher as well. One event will be a seminar talking about Cyberpunk 2020 and its future.
Too bad nothing really interesting ever happens at the Salt Lake City ComicCon ... I live a mile from the convention center.
Too bad Mike never does anything in Vancouver BC or Portland Or or Seattle, near where I live.
Oh, wait. I think he does. I -really- have to start paying more attention.
Maybe we could finally have some insight on the future of the PnP version of Cyberpunk?
I'm hoping so. I'm sure they are coordinating with the release of CP 2077. Not sure if it's good news about the progress of computer game or not by sharing some of their vision.
If theres somebody in the area who plans on attending, bring a camera.
Also: My satanic post on here!
I'll be heading to it. Went 2 years ago and he didn't have too much info as he was more excited about Mekton Zero. This is his 3 year in a row coming to this con.
Certainly the focus might be on Mekton since I guess it's release date should be close. But any news, small as it might be, regarding the Cyberpunk brand would be more than welcome.
Guess you'll have to "borrow" someone's credentials and slip into one of Mike's games.
Can someone pls bring a goddam camera to this convention?
Sorry, RL has been sucking up a lot of my time. So the con came and went. I wasn't able to get into any games that Mike was running. His son Cody was running Witcher there as well which I wasn't able to get in either. Not much of a report so far I know. Mike did a 30 minute Q&A which turned into more of a discuss of how cyberpunk real life has turned into. He talk a little bit about working with CD Projekt Red team. Gave absolutely no details about what they are doing, where the game is, what's been done so far. He only commented about how impressed he was with what he was seeing. He also talked about his past and working for Microsoft and then Full Sail. I asked about what's going on with the PnP which he said there are plans, but won't be giving any spoilers.
So not much. I ain't much of chronicler, so didn't take any pics or recorded the audio. I have a feeling he will be back next years as this is his third year in a row at this con. I did get into the game that Jay Libby of R Talsorian. It was a fun scenario in which the group had to a fun train trip fight Russian agents and a borg. There were a few PC deaths along the way, especially the neo-nazi rockerboy, who I offed just on principles. The group was shocked at me killing another player, but they completely agreed with the choice, even the guy who was playing him. It was a lot of fun.
There were a few PC deaths along the way, especially the neo-nazi rockerboy, who I offed just on principles. The group was shocked at me killing another player, but they completely agreed with the choice, even the guy who was playing him. It was a lot of fun.
Now this would be pretty nice to do in cyberpunk 2077. Kill anyone at anytime even yourself.
Maximum Mike is returning again. Last year he ran 2 slots and talked about his game career. His son also did a talk as well as ran a couple Witcher events. I assume it will be a repeat.


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Sri Chinmoy was a prolific artist focusing mainly on acrylics and drawings. He called his artwork "Jharna-Kala", which is Bengali for "fountain-art". The name reflects the spontaneous and effortless nature of his artistic creations, which came from an inner meditative flow. His abstract paintings often reflect themes of harmony and peace, but when painting, Sri Chinmoy said he did not use his mind to think but followed an inner inspiration.
"I try to make my heart a receptive instrument so that God, the Supreme Artist, can paint in and through me."
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Sri Chinmoy began painting on 19 November 1974, whilst staying in a hotel in Ottawa, Canada. He received no formal artistic training and soon developed his own unique style. Sri Chinmoy painted rapidly and spontaneously with a meditative attitude.
"Usually when I draw, I try to be in a contemplative mood — in a prayerful, soulful consciousness — and I do not talk."
His mystical, often abstract works of art, vary from miniatures to murals, and include a multiplicity of styles and techniques. His intuitive approach to painting could lead to periods of tremendous intensity. Eleven months after he began his art journey, he completed his first 100,000 paintings and on 16 November 1975, he painted a remarkable 16,031 paintings in one 24-hour period.
Sri Chinmoy's artworks have been exhibited in over 20 countries around the world, in galleries such as the Caroussel du Louvre in Paris, and distinguished buildings such as the United Nations Secretariat in New York and the parliament buildings of the United States, Australia, New Zealand and the Ukraine.
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In December 1991, during a visit to Malta, Sri Chinmoy began a new series of drawings, which he entitled "Dream-Freedom Peace-Birds" or "Soul-Birds". Sri Chinmoy said these simple, free-form drawings of birds represent and encapsulate the freedom and aspiration of the human soul. Over the next 16 years, Sri Chinmoy drew millions of these Soul-Birds, reaching over 15 million by 2007.
Writing on the significance of these Soul-Birds, Sri Chinmoy wrote:
"These birds represent unity in multiplicity. Here we have 70,000 birds. Each bird is different, but when you look at them, you feel unity. As soon as we think of the bird-consciousness, it is one. The bird-consciousness represents the consciousness of our soul's inner freedom."
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A few weeks ago, I attended a Kiehls Blogger Event in Nottingham, which was a showcase of their range and products. Following the session, I booked into the Nottingham Kiehls store to have a skin consultation; I've always had very dry skin around my cheeks. And after trying what feels like every 'dry skin' product out there, I thought I'd give Kiehls a whirl.
Surprisingly, while I was out in America over Christmas I didn't actually buy a lot. The one shop I did walk into was Sephora and although everything is pretty much the same price as any shop here, I wasn't going to walk into Sephora and not buy anything.
If you've read my old posts (even though they're fair and few between) you'll know I pretty stick to my Charlotte Tilbury lipsticks when I do opt to wear them. However, when in Sephora, I was drawn to the Tom Ford (TF) section.
A few weeks ago, I went an event at the Nottingham Bridlesmith Gate Body Shop (sorry it's taken me so long to upload), all about showcasing their products and we even got a sneak peak of a new Autumn collection - out now btw.
Here's a few pictures of the great evening.
I'm writing this post pretty late - the night before my 23rd birthday - because I've only just thought of this idea. Anyway, tomorrow I turn 23. I've had many different thoughts in the lead up to tomorrow and I just wanted to share some, as I hope most people have had similar thoughts.


I thought we'd have a little fun at the library this April Fool's and had planned on putting out this "joke" self-check out. But, much like Google's April Fool's mic drop flop, it was not to be. Our real self-check out machine chose that day to go on the fritz - and a little joke like this might be funny, when you can point to the self-check just behind the patron and say, "Just kidding, it's right there," is NOT funny at all, when you've got to deal with troubleshooting a computer that's down. Rats. Maybe next year.