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Tar Sands Pipeline in Great Lakes Region Challenged by NWF
Enbridge has quietly secured approval from the US State Department to significantly increase its transport of Canadian tar sands into the Great Lakes region.
Enbridge will almost double the flow of tar sands oil transported in its Clipper Pipeline (aka Line 67).Enbridge's Clipper pipeline serves as the corridor between Alberta's tar sands and Line 6A.
The amount of heavy oil that will flow through the pipeline by 2015 is equivalent to the Keystone XL.
A document posted by the US Department of State on August 18, 2014 refers to the proposed Enbridge Energy, Line 67 Capacity Expansion Project (2013 NOI). In this request the document notes Enbridge's intention to operate its existing Line 67, "at the pipeline's full design capacity..."
The document goes on to say,
"Since that time, Enbridge has amended and supplemented its November 2012 application. In June 2014, Enbridge informed the Department that Enbridge intends to increase pumping capacity outside of the Line 67 ''border segment'' (the portion of Line 67 from the Canadian border to the first main line shut-off valve, which is the segment that would be covered by a Presidential Permit), and to interconnect Line 67 with another Enbridge line (Line 3) on either side of the border segment. Enbridge is proceeding with certain elements of these plans. Enbridge submitted documents for public release in July 2014 which can be found at http:// www.state.gov/e/enr/applicant/ applicants/c55571.htm.
The June 16, 2014 Enbridge application reads as follows:
"[T]he annual average capacity of Line 67 in the United States be increased up to 570,000 bpd by mid-2014 (referred to as "Phase I"), and up to 800,000 bpd by mid-2015"
The NWF has challenged the legality of such a scheme indicating that:
"Federal law requires the State Department to approve any such change only if the following requirements have been met: (1) public notice and involvement, (2) a detailed environmental review, and (3) a national interest determination. This is the process governing review of the Keystone XL pipeline. But here, none of these requirements have been followed."
The NWF article expresses concern that such an increase would present significant spill risks to wildlife and people as well as increasing climate change causing emissions. There is a recent example to support these concerns. The BP Whiting refinery in Indiana spilled between 470 and 1228 gallons of oil into Lake Michigan on March 24, 2014.
In light of these concerns and legal irregularities the NWF makes the following demand:
"The State Department must immediately correct this illegal mistake and stop Enbridge from any tar sands expansion along the Alberta Clipper line until the law has been followed. A failure to do so violates both the law and President Obama's commitment to ensure that tar sands pipeline projects not exacerbate the problem of climate change."
Pipelines and Oil Spills in Alberta Canada
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Neil Young Rails Against the Tar Sands and the Harper Government
The Tar Sands Have Higher Emissions Profiles than Previously Thought
Increases in Tar Sands Production Will Lock-in the Worst Impacts of Climate Change
The Tar Sands and IEA's Three Climate Change Scenarios
Video - The Tar Sands Wastes and Pollutes Vast Quantities of Water
Scientists and Activists Hold US Press Conference on Conservatives' Tar Sands Agenda
Canadian Energy Espionage in Support of the Tar Sands
Video - The Tar Sands Give Canada the Worst Climate Record in the Western World
Leading Canadian Economist to Tell Europeans about the Climate Impacts of the Tar Sands
Climate Scientists' Urge Canadian Minister to Back-off Expanded Fossil Fuel Production
Canada to Fight EU Proposal Labeling Tar Sands as Dirty
Neil Young Compares Canada's Tar Sands to Hiroshima
Video - Neil Young Compares Alberta's Tar Sands to Hiroshima
Unstoppable Oil Leak at a Tar Sands Production Site in Alberta
Tar Sands Reality Check Counters Misinformation
Canada is a Dirty Energy Superpower
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Close to 30-race teams have indicated they plan to enter the Valenti Modified Racing Series event this Friday, September 1, at Stafford Motor Speedway, Stafford Springs, Connecticut.
Drivers from throughout New England will be competing in the 8th annual VMRS 80-lap race.
Series point leader Anthony Nocella, of Woburn, MA, will be attempting to sweep both VMRS events held at Stafford this year. He started the season in May with a victory in the series season opener. Since then, Nocella has been to victory lane three times most recently at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway, Scarborough, ME. The win put 76-points again between Nocella and his closest competitor now Donnie Lashua, of Canaan, NH, who moved ahead of Jeffrey Gallup, of Feeding Hills, MA, after the Beech Ridge race. Gallup and Sammy Rameau, of Westminster, MA, continue their quest for Rookie Of The Year honors. Only 34-points separate Gallup and 15-year-old Rameau with three-races remaining.
Stafford ace Ted Christopher, of Plainville, CT, will enter the VMRS race. Christopher has already been to victory lane this season having garnered the 100-lap event at Waterford, CT, two weeks ago. Additionally, Dave Etheridge, of Portland, CT, is expected to compete, as is Kyle James, of Ashaway, RI, who has run strong with the series this season.
Former series champion Rowan Pennink of Huntingdon Valley, PA, is expected to compete, as is New Hampshire regulars, Mike Willis, Jr, Matt Mead, and Berkley, MA, driver Colbey Fournier.
An autograph session for fans will be held immediately following qualifying races that begin at 6:15 pm. The evening will be capped off by a gigantic fireworks display to usher in the Labor Day holiday weekend.


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P&O have this evening (25th January) announced a second new ship.
Announced at the UK Cruise Awards and on their social media, they have said a second new P&O Cruises ship will be joining the fleet in 2022.


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HomeCar NewsToyota Raize Compact SUV Gets New GR Sport Trim In Indonesia
Toyota Raize Compact SUV Gets New GR Sport Trim In Indonesia
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New Toyota Raize GR Sport
Toyota Raize is underpinned by Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform which also underpins Daihatsu Rocky
Just a few days ago, Toyota launched its compact crossover Raize in Indonesia and now the Japanese carmaker has expanded the lineup by adding a new sportier iteration called GR Sport. This variant comes with sportier cosmetics in comparison to the regular model and sits at the top of the Raize lineup.
In this top-of-the-line trim, the SUV flaunts an eye-grabbing design with rugged and sporty styling elements. This includes a pair of sleek headlights, a blacked-out grille and a muscular bonnet. On its side profile, it sports blacked-out A and B-pillars along with other all-black elements such as side steppers, indicator-mounted ORVMs, wheel arches and designer alloy wheels.
Move towards the rear and one notices wrap-around taillights with black inserts, a window wiper, two blacked-out elements on the bumper on both sides and a shark fin antenna. The dual-tone colour scheme with an all-black roof surely amplifies its sporty appeal. Other highlights exclusive to the GR Sport trim include a blacked-out bonnet line, black skid plates on front and rear bumpers, black side skirts and black inserts on rear reflectors.
Features on offer
As far as features are concerned, it is offered with a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel and paddle shifters.
In terms of safety, the top-spec GR Sport variant offers six airbags and Toyota Safety Sense that comprises driver aids such as pedal misoperation control, lane departure assist with steering control, front departure alert, autonomous emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. On the exterior, it also comes with sequential turn signals, LED DRLs, adaptive headlamps and more.
Powertrain Specs
Under its hood, Raize GR Sport is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine which produces 97 bhp at 6,000rpm and a peak torque of 140 Nm at 2,400-4,000rpm. This motor is exclusively coupled with a CVT automatic gearbox.
In other variants, it is also offered with a 1.2-litre three-cylinder naturally-aspirated unit that produces 87 bhp at 6000rpm and a peak torque output of 113 Nm at 4,500rpm. This mill is offered with a 5-speed gearbox as well.
For the uninitiated, Raize is based on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform which essentially is a low-cost version of the TNGA platform. This architecture also underpins Daihatsu Rocky. This SUV is unlikely to make it to the Indian market. Instead, Toyota is currently developing a C-segment mid-size SUV in partnership with Maruti Suzuki which will be based out on the same platform.


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What's New and What to Consider When Filing Your Taxes in 2023
by Evan Hardacre
This month the IRS has encouraged tax payers to take important actions to help them file their 2022 federal tax returns.
This is the second in a series of reminders from the IRS to help taxpayers get ready for the upcoming tax filing season. A "Get Ready" page has been set up to show steps taxpayers can take to make tax filing in 2023 easier.
Here's what's new and some key items for taxpayers to consider before they file next year.
Reporting rules changed for Form 1099-K. Taxpayers should receive Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions, by January 31, 2023, if they received third party payments in tax year 2022 for goods and services that exceeded $600.
There's no change to the taxability of income. All income, including from part-time work, side jobs or the sale of goods is still taxable. Taxpayers must report all income on their tax return unless it's excluded by law, whether they receive a Form 1099-K, a Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation, or any other information return.
Prior to 2022, Form 1099-K was issued for third party networks transactions only if the total number of transactions exceeded 200 for the year and the aggregate amount of these transactions exceeded $20,000. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 lowered the reporting threshold for third party networks that process payments for those doing business.
Now a single transaction exceeding $600 can require the third party platform to issue a 1099-K. Money received through third party payment networks from friends and relatives as personal gifts or reimbursements for personal expenses is not taxable.
The IRS cautions people in this category who may be receiving a Form 1099 for the first time – especially "early filers" who typically file a tax return during the month of January or early February – to be careful and make sure they have all of their key income documents before submitting a tax return. A little extra caution could save people additional time and effort related to filing an amended tax return. And if they have untaxed income on a Form 1099 that isn't reflected on the tax return they initially file, that could mean they need to submit a tax payment with an amended tax return. If you would like help when filing to ensure you don't make any mistakes and risk an audit you should contact the Tax Professionals at Tax Network USA.
If the information is incorrect on the 1099-K, taxpayers should contact the payer immediately, whose name appears in the upper left corner on the form. The IRS cannot correct it.
Some tax credits return to 2019 levels.
This means that affected taxpayers will likely receive a significantly smaller refund compared with the previous tax year. Changes include amounts for the Child Tax Credit (CTC), Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child and Dependent Care Credit.
Those who got $3,600 per dependent in 2021 for the CTC will, if eligible, get $2,000 for the 2022 tax year.
For the EITC, eligible taxpayers with no children who received roughly $1,500 in 2021 will now get $500 in 2022.
The Child and Dependent Care Credit returns to a maximum of $2,100 in 2022 instead of $8,000 in 2021.
Visit Credits and Deductions for more details.
No above-the-line charitable deductions.
During COVID, taxpayers could take up to a $600 charitable donation tax deduction on their tax returns. However, in 2022, those who take a standard deduction may not take an above-the-line deduction for charitable donations.
More people may be eligible for the Premium Tax Credit.
For tax year 2022, taxpayers may still qualify for temporarily expanded eligibility for the premium tax credit.
Eligibility rules changed to claim a tax credit for clean vehicles.
Review the changes under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 to qualify for a Clean Vehicle Credit.
Visit the IRS.gov website and learn how to Avoid refund delays and understand refund timing
Many different factors can affect the timing of a refund after the IRS receives a return. Although the IRS issues most refunds in less than 21 days, the IRS cautions taxpayers not to rely on receiving a 2022 federal tax refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills. Some returns may require additional review and may take longer to process if IRS systems detect a possible error, the return is missing information or there is suspected identity theft or fraud.
Also, the IRS cannot issue refunds for people claiming the EITC or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) before mid-February. The law requires the IRS to hold the entire refund – not just the portion associated with EITC or ACTC.
Last quarterly payment for 2022 is due on January 17, 2023
Taxpayers may need to consider estimated or additional tax payments due to non-wage income from unemployment, self-employment, annuity income or even digital assets. The Tax Withholding Estimator on IRS.gov can help wage earners determine if there is a need to consider an additional tax payment to avoid an unexpected tax bill when they file.
Gather 2022 tax documents
Taxpayers should develop a recordkeeping system − electronic or paper − that keeps important information in one place. This includes year-end income documents like Forms W-2 from employers, Forms 1099 from banks or other payers, Form 1099-K from third party payment networks, Form 1099-NEC for nonemployee compensation, Form 1099-MISC for miscellaneous income, or Form 1099-INT if you were paid interest, as well as records documenting all digital asset transactions.
Ensuring their tax records are complete before filing helps taxpayers avoid errors that lead to processing delays. When they have all their documentation, taxpayers are in the best position to file an accurate return and avoid processing or refund delays or IRS letters.
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The Roman Forum: Ruins of a great ancient city.
I have always dreamed of going to The Coliseum; I have imagined the roaring crowds and spectacular events that transpired within its grand walls. I have pictured the Roman Forum sparked to life with bustling people selling fruits and clothes in its markets: a whole world now submerged within the foundation of the now cosmopolitan city of Rome. I find it sad seeing the changing of times as I find the skeletal remains of the once great city a beacon for knowledge and an insight into the world of yesterday. Tourists come from all over the world to marvel at the beauty hidden within the remains of ancient Rome's archaic walls; there is a kind of energy when you walk through the Forum and the massive walls of the Coliseum that made me feel as if I were there, fulfilling my childhood dreams by hearing the roar of the crowds, smelling the aromas, and feeling the rich heat in the air. I was swept away into an ancient world, a part of a people magnificently advanced for their day and age.
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However, contrasted against the bustling of people and the modern-day amenities like cars and paved roads, and phones and cameras, The great Coliseum and Roman Forum seemed out of place; they seemed too special to be out in the open and juxtaposed against this modern-day background. My expectations had pinned these ancient monuments to feel as if they were a part of their own world, but instead of being preserved in their own historical right and location, the major city of Rome was built around and within them. To me, this seemed like an intimate breach of their history; like the specialness that was and still is The Coliseum and the Roman Forum was somehow decreased due to the fact that they were reduced to but another "sight" to see on the upcoming Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour Buses passing through every half hour. Don't get me wrong; they were absolutely, undeniably, breathtaking, and definitely fulfilled my childhood expectations. However, when observing ancient relics like these contrasted against the modern background of camera flashes, vehicle exhaust, and modern-day technologies, there is a part of me that wishes to experience them in their prime. History has a way of transpiring in that it always finds a place in our hearts, and The Coliseum and Roman Forum have definitely found their way in mine.


British and Egyptian archaeologists working in Aswan have discovered a long causeway leading to the tomb of a Middle Kingdom nomarch.
The Kom Aushim Museum in Egypt's Fayoum has re-opened after 10 years of renovation.
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is celebrating its 114th anniversary by staying open every Thursday and Sunday evening.
Juliette Desplat describes the founding of the Iraq Museum.
Satellite imagery reveals the destruction of the ziggurat of Nimrud and remains at Dur-Sharrukin that is related to ISIS and the ongoing battles near Mosul.
The IBTimes shows what's left of Nimrud after its destruction by ISIS.
The National Archaeological Museum in Athens is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a special display of 200 artifacts.
The renovation and expansion of Berlin's Pergamon Museum is $288 million over budget and will be finished four years later than anticipated (in 2023).
Visitors to Rome's Circus Maximus can now see the ancient latrines and a portion of a triumphal arch of Titus.
A 4th-century AD Samaritan tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments has sold at auction for $850,000.
Mark Wilson will be leading a tour for BAS next September and October of Malta, Sicily, and Italy.
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Mahabad Protests for the Release of Kurdish Activists
Video of people in Mahabad protesting for the release of Kurdish activists. Pictures of Hana Abdi and Ronak Safar zadeh from the Azarmehr Women's Association and Farzad Kamangar, see my previous post, can be seen carried by the crowds.
Posted by Azarmehr at 3:36 PM
And the mainstream media are very quiet about this. It's shameful
Mehrtash said...
just as they were silent on the other protests in Iran. Nothing of the sort occurs by chance; silent for a reason.
What a weak protest. No wonder it wasn't covered by any respectable news outlet. you really think the IRI is going to respond to Kurdish demonstrators? Kurdish guerillas have killed hundreds of Iranian soldiers just in the past year, although not as many the Shah helped massacre (Algiers Accord) by supporting Saddams war against the Kurds.
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Azarmehr said...
'although not as many the Shah helped massacre (Algiers Accord) by supporting Saddams war against the Kurds.'
What are you on about kid? I fear another 'Tudeh Party was a Shah's YES party' or 'Stalin was a teenager during the Russian revolution' clanger has just been dropped by your ill informed but highly opinionated self.
Like I said, I mistook the Tudeh for another political party. But regardless, the Tudeh were harshly and inhumanely dealt with by the Shah. As far as my reference to the "yes" and "yes sir" political parties, I was on the money. Let me put it to you how a prominent Mid East Scholar and Author put it,
"That Shah dealt harshly with the groups that opposed him during the Mossadeq era. The National Front was disbanded, and its leaders, including Mossadeq himself, were imprisoned. The regime's security forces made a concerted effort to destroy the Tudeh party; its underground networks were uncovered, hundreds of its members were jailed, and dozens of its leaders were executed and tortured [sound familiar?:)]. In order to prevent the emergence of organized opposition, the Shah, with assistance from the US from and Israeli advisers , established an internal security organization, SAVAK, that became notorious for its pervasive surveillance operations and its brutal treatment of the political prisoners who PACKED Iran's jails. From 1953 to 1979, there was no political freedom in Iran. Although there were periods when limited expression was permitted, the overall picture was one of repression, manipulation and coercion. Elections to the Majlis were controlled, and the two-party system the Shah adopted to provide the appearance of democracy was so tightly restricted that Iranians referred to the two organizations as the "yes" and the "yes sir" parties."
So give it a shot, challenge me on the Algiers agreement. Inded I am higly opinionated, but I am also HIGHLY informed:)
Mid East scholar and author, my arse! I wouldn't give two bob for these academics who are mainly engaged in maintaining a niche market of armchair intellectuals to pay for their plagiarised writings.
I bet this author doesn't even know which groups made up the Natioanl Front and how ineffective of a non-organisation NF was in the first place.
For example do you know anything about the Zahmatkeshan Party, 'toilers Party' led by British agent, Mozafar Baghaii, one of the main partners in NF?
Apart from Dr. Fatemi, how many NF associates were executed? If NF was so brutally disbanded how come they were asked to become partners during Amini's reformist government in 1963?
But sadly rather than taking the opportunity, they felt more comfortable in remaining an opposition who every now and again would gather in each other's houses and write a pamphlet.
Even Mossadegh himself only received three years in prison. Compare this not even with purges of Communists during Stalin or Ba'athis members by Saddam, but how those Tudeh party members who fled to the Soviet Union were treated. I wonder how many memoirs of these Tudeh party members who fled to Soviet Union, their perceived utopia, this 'scholar' has read about, to compare the poverty, destitute, imprisonment and sometimes even murder of their own Iranian Communist lackeys with how NF members were treated? I recommend 'I am a wife of Tudeh Party member' and 'In the House of Uncle Joe' to your esteemed 'scholar' to compare repression in the USSR with that of the Shah.
The truth is NF members continued to be free and continued with their careers, many of them were university lecturers and many of them even had government posts, many became wealthy individuals az bazaaris and factory owners like Mehdi Bazargan, the head of the post-revolution provisional government.
What finally destroyed the NF was in fact none other than the Islamic Republic. Despite NF's all hard grovelling to Khomeini, see Sanjabi's disgraceful letter of submission to Khomeini, and also how Dr. Bakhtiar, long time veteran of NF, was expelled because he warned about the theocratic dictatorship being hundred times worse than that of the Shah. Yet the minute Khomeini felt he no longer needed NF stooges, he destroyed them completely, physically I mean and most of those who got away now live comfortably in US.
I myself come from a family of NF supporters and activists and my whole political thinking was structured by Dr. Bakhtiar, whom I still regard as one of the greatest secular Iranian politicians in the last century. What annoy me are people who had nothing to do with NF suddenly pretend to take up their banner, just because it suits their warped agenda, of justifying the mullahs by over exaggerating the problems during the Shah's time.
So, I have taught you a brief history of NF, now enlighten us, how did the Shah support Saddam in the massacre of Kurds?? :)))))))
The Shah, armed and supported the rebel Kurds and even gave refuge to Mostafa Barizani, when Saddam continued to claim the Arvand river for himself and made continous incursions into Iranian territory. When the Algiers accord was signed, as part of teh deal, the Shah stopped arming the Kurdish rebels. He acted in Iran's national interest. The Algiers accord was totally in the interest of Iran's national interest. Hardly the same as 'helped Saddam in the massacre of Kurds!!'
At the time the Soviet Union armed Saddam, so I would say it was teh USSR that helped and armed Saddam to massacre the Kurds.
This kido is full of crap himself. LOL
How did I know you were going to respond by denouncing scholars and regurgitating your archaic presuppositions:)?
Honestly though, you kind of sound, umm...naive (to put it nicely) when you eschew scholarly work and instead elevate some other point of view. It is healthy to question sources and authors because ultimately they are human beings susceptible to interpreting information through the prism of their own experiences and presuppositions. But it's something else to just shun information without even knowing where it's coming from.
And about the National Front; no one said that the National Front was dealt with violently by the Shah (as you notice the author simply said they were disbanded and their leaders imprisoned). And yes, Mossadegh was released and exiled.
The violence and inhumanity was more of a factor with the Tudeh. But enough with the Tudeh and the Shah's human rights violations. Lets talk about the Algiers Accord.
Are you really trying to refute me by arguing that the Russians deserve more of the blame and that they were more inhumane than the Shah? I am not Russian and I am not posting on a Russian blog, we are talking about our nation's politics and history - Russia is not a standard of comparison. This aside from the fact that Russia and the Shah deserve an equal share of the blame for exacerbating the conflict - it doesn't matter who's side they were on.
This was a Cold War conflict, and nothing less: Saddam and his baathist/socialist regime being supported by Russia and the Kurds being supported by Iran via the U.S. And that's the problem, the Shah ignorantly involved himself in such a conflict that Iran had no place getting involved in; He eagerly embroiled himself in the regional Cold War disputes which were inherently counterproductive to the real interests of Iranian society.
As far as the Shah helping massacre the Kurds, allow me to present an example. If the United States, after all these years of supporting Israel militarily and politically (basically sustaining their state) was to suddenly leave them on their own and disallow sanctuary to any of their political refugees, wouldn't they be blamed for facilitating the ensuing genocide of Jews? Just like they were blamed for the massacre of Kurds and Shia in Iraq after they told them they would back them up if they rebelled, but instead did nothing and let Saddam annihilate them.
And just as the U.S. and Russia decried, so did the Shah: "It's in our National Interest"!! Well, that's exactly what the IRI is saying when they proclaim their support for Palestinians or Hezzbolah in Lebanon.
Their is no fundamental difference in the Shah supporting Kurdish separatists in Iraq than the IRI militantly supporting Palestinian statehood. In both cases, the professed "national interest" is in reality not the national interest and is in fact counterproductive to the real and earnest interests or Iranian citizens.
The IRI has unfortunately one-upped the Shah in getting embroiled in the European-manufactured and American-maintained Mid East geopolitical hodgepodge. Thus, they are bound to suffer the same fate as the Pahlavis and all monarchs before them: inherent transience.
It's funny that we have never had a government that allowed us to refer to Iran as Iran (in politics). We always refer to Iran by the ruling government at the time, subtly acknowledging that we have never had a government that embodied and pursued the collective will of its citizens.
It's always: "The Pahlavis did this!" Or "the Islamic Republic does this!" When is it just going to be "the Iranians?"
be salamat,
Since when have the Kurds appointed you as their advocate? especially after the silly comments you have put on this post???
Silly? I don't know why you would call my comments silly; or why you would say that I am advocating the Kurdish cause. In fact, I do know why you would say that: Because you never read what I write!!! :))
These Kurds are separatist and should be crushed, along with the fake Baluchi, Ahvazi and Azari groups. I hate the IRI, but these are worst. They want separatism and Iranians should be with whatever government against these foreign conspiracies.
Really? How are Hana Abdi and Ronak Saffarzadeh, separatists?
How do you make an ethnic group want to remain part of Iran? by crushing them and killing them or by building a prosperous free Iran where everyone would want to be part of it?
"How do you make an ethnic group want to remain part of Iran? by crushing them and killing them or by building a prosperous free Iran where everyone would want to be part of it?"
Iranian is the first and only identity. Kurdish, Ahvazi, Baluchi and the other "ethnic groups" are all secessionist. Why have a Kurdish women's group when these people are Iranians? Iranian is first and only.
The Arabs are worst. They should go back to the desert. They are not Iranian what are they doing? Iranians should support the regime and crush these ethnic movements because they want to destroy the Iranian nation. You are a traitor. You are friends with the PDKI who support these "Ahvazi" Arabs, Saddam's friends. I celebrate the day when Iran will be cleansed of Arabs and their friends!
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From early occasions within the United States (U.S.), as much as the 1970s, a lot family activity centered on the living room of a home. Tombstones poke out from the underbrush in a forest alongside US-41 in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. An empty miner's shack sits along a quiet freeway in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. The cemetery is one among two remaining from the city of Clifton, which was constructed across the Cliff Mine, the first profitable mine in the Keweenaw Peninsula.
By the time you are ready to get a mortgage you'll know, from the selection checklist, exactly the pros and cons of each home. The cemetery is certainly one of two remaining from the city of Clifton, which was constructed across the Cliff Mine, the primary profitable copper mine in the Keweenaw Peninsula. Decomposing animal skulls are seen hanging from a rope outdoors a window at an abaondoned home along US-forty one in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug.
Evidently, our forefathers did not worry too much about heating their log cabins. A tombstone rises above myrtle rising within the forest that now shrouds a former Catholic cemetery in the ghost city of Clifton in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. Sarah Fayen Scarlett, assistant professor of history at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, and Dan Trepal, senior analysis affiliate with the Keweenaw Time Traveler undertaking, pose for a photograph whereas holding their iPads in front of a home in Central in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Aug.
22, 2017, dot the panorama of the Keweenaw Peninsula, known as Copper Nation for the massive number of copper mines that when operated here. 21, 2017 in Tamarack City in Michigan's Higher Peninsula, a part of the ruins of the Ahmeek Stamp Mill, which was inbuilt 1904 and operated for six a long time. Place this on your choice checklist if it is a concern for you and your loved ones.
To introduce this matter "Record Conserving for A Home Enterprise", I have to repeat a statement you might have seen many instances earlier than on this collection – "a home businesses is simply that, a Enterprise." New assertion – YOU'LL BE ABLE TO'T RUN A ENTERPRISE WITH OUT KEEPING DATA! The last full-time resident moved away in 1952, although most of the homes were saved through the years as summer season homes by former residents, which prolonged the lives of the homes. An antique, walk-in cooler inside the Phoenix Store as seen on Aug. Mike Mallow, 69, stands contained in the Art Deco bar he purchased 15 years ago just outside of Toivola in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Aug.
Weather-warped wood peels away from an empty home along US-41 in the northern end of Michgan's Keweenaw Peninsula. Word on your home guidelines any selection gadgets which could make family visits troublesome. A tombstones lies smothered by vegetation inside the Cliff Mine Cemetery along US-forty one in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. Jim Vivian, seventy four, does yard work at his cabin in the Upper Peninsula ghost town of Central on Aug.
Evidently, our forefathers did not fear an excessive amount of about heating their log cabins. The Artwork Deco bar as soon as referred to as Fanny's Tavern sits on US-26 simply exterior the town of Toivola in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. Items on the market behind the counter of the Phoenix Store, an old school normal retailer that opened in 1873 in the now-defunct mining town of Phoenix within the U.P.'s Keweenaw Peninsula. Most of the homes within the city were purchased and are being maintained as museum-quality locations by volunteers with the Keweenaw County Historical Society.
She and her late husband, Lyle, purchased this retailer greater than four a long time in the past, lengthy after the city's abandonment, and moved into the upstairs house as a result of they needed to return to the sluggish tempo of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Central is the most substantial ghost town within the Keweenaw. The Keweenaw County Historical Society has refurbished a lot of the homes within the defunct mining town, and gives excursions during warmer climate.
The winter season is upon us. Simply as we change our existence and routines to suit with the seasons, we should also adapt our homes to the modifications. Tombstones poke out from the underbrush in a forest along US-forty one in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. An empty miner's shack sits alongside a quiet freeway in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. The cemetery is considered one of two remaining from the town of Clifton, which was built across the Cliff Mine, the primary worthwhile mine within the Keweenaw Peninsula.
An deserted miner's shack in the U.P. ghost city of Central as seen on Aug. A glance inside the Phoenix Retailer in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on Aug. The old style common store, the town's sole functioning enterprise, opened in 1873, and little has changed inside since. Dan Trepal, senior analysis associate with the Keweenaw Time Traveler mission, and Sarah Fayen Scarlett, assistant professor of history at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, look over gravestones within the overgrown Cliff Cemetery in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Aug.


The National Fire Protection Association® say many home fires are preventable. Use this fire safety tips guide to educate parents and children on the different types of burning dangers.
FIRE SAFETY RULES: Help prevent fires with these ten hot tips. Learn how to prevent injury and deaths from fires around the United Kingdom.
Practicing fire safe regulations saves lives. It can reduce the devastation and destruction caused by a blazing infernos and fiery explosion.
The extra threats from fire hazards should be part of fire prevention rules in local community safety legislation.
It should include escape route planning during building constructions. The occupants who live in them should then get taught afterwards 'how to escape a fire' and guidelines.
The best fire safety measures include several factors. They include those specifically intended to prevent ignition of an uncontrolled blaze. They involve actions used to limit the development and effects of raging fires once they have started.
UK fire prevention and safety should be a component of all 'Building Safety Regulations'. This is because fire hazards often create situations which increase its likelihood and may impede your escape from them.
Install a smoke alarm on every level in your house. This is likely to be the cheapest option on fire safety rules and prevention. Fix one inside each bedroom and outside any other sleeping areas.
Be a super 'fire preventative parent'. Interconnect all the home smoke detectors together. Thus, if one sounds the alarm - they all go off!
After installation you should test each smoke alarm at least once every month. Remember to replace batteries regularly (at least once a year).
Note: Most devices will give you a 'chirps' warning to inform you that the battery is low. Smoke alarms more than 10 years old should get discarded and replaced.
Commercial fire sprinklers can be expensive to install. The cheapest time to fix a fire sprinkler system is during the construction of a home at the beginning.
Even so, there are other opportunities to install a residential fire sprinkler system. Such as any time you remodel your home. Fire sprinklers would help to contain a blaze and may even completely extinguish a fire.
The safety rules fire department advice is to remain inside the kitchen any time you are cooking. It is best practice to turn off the stove if you need to leave the frying, grilling, or broiling food unattended.
Note: Fire and Rescue Services provide a list of barbeque fire safety advice and tips for charcoal grill fires.
As a rule, install fixed and portable space heaters at least one meter from any materials that can burn. Always turn off heaters when you leave the room and especially when you go to sleep.
Most smokers will smoke outside when you ask them to. Provide any cigarette and cigar smokers with deep and sturdy ashtrays.
Keep firelighters, matches, and cigarette lighters high up and inside cupboards. They should be out of reach for children and inside a sturdy cabinet with a child lock is the preferred choice.
Keep wax candles away from anything that can burn, which as a rule is at least one foot. Be certain to blow out all candles if you leave the room and particularly when you go to sleep.
Note: Find out more information with a list of cautionary tips for using candles safely at home.
Inspect electrical cords often and replace any that get cracked or damaged. Discard any cords which have broken plugs or have loose electrical connections.
If you do not have a home fire escape plan as part of your 10 fire safety rules - do it today! Make sure that you and everyone else in the house is familiar with the escape route.
This applies to small children who will also benefit from reading our fire safety for kids guide. All the family should practice safe fire evacuation from the building at least twice a year.
Contact the British Red Cross for emergency help with accommodation, clothing, and food etc. They can also help you deal with insurance companies.
You should contact your local council if you have nowhere to live. They can often help with emergency council housing.
Health and safety nominates a 'responsible person' to be in charge of workplace fire safety. They will have the responsibility for fire safety at business or at non-domestic premises.
What are BBQ Fire Safety Procedures?
UK Fire and Rescue Services offer a range of fire safety tips for barbecue and charcoal grill fires. Check out a guide that extends the BBQ fire safety advice with a few extra tips on camping and cooking.
The UK Firework Laws state anyone younger than 18 years old cannot buy 'adult' fireworks or sparklers. It is also illegal to possess fireworks in a public area unless you are 18 years or older.
What is Meant by Fire Safety?
Fire safety is a blanket term for a set of practices. They intend to reduce the destruction to life and property caused by fire. Fire safety measures target the prevention of ignition of an uncontrolled fire and limit the development and effects once it has started.
Fire prevention educates the public to prevent potentially harmful fires. Learn how best to survive a fire, reduce emergencies and damage caused by raging infernos.
A fire risk assessment uses qualitative and quantitative methods in the systematic evaluation of the factors that determine the likelihood that there will be a fire, the hazards of such, and the consequences if it happens.
A fire hydrant is a large connection point to a water supply. It gets used by firefighters when tackling uncontrolled fires. Community Fire and Rescue Services have legal requirements on their unlimited access rules to fire hydrants around the United Kingdom.
How Often Should You Have a Fire Drill?
As a general rule, most businesses should have at least two fire drills each year. Fire drills are best conducted on the premises. Consider making appropriate arrangements if you employ part time or shift workers.


"Really, I don't really wash my hands ever", Hegseth continued, prompting laughter from his co-hosts.
Speaking on Fox and Friends, Hegseth said the infectious micro-organisms did not exist because they could not be seen with the naked eye. "I don't think I've washed my hands for 10 years", Hegseth said, inexplicably. "Therefore the're not real", Hegseth said.
BIlah asked laughing: "So you're becoming immune to all the bacteria?"
The entire exchange was prompted by Bila acknowledging that Hegseth was eating day-old pizza that had been left on the "Fox & Friends" set overnight, according to Raw Story.
"Exactly! I can't get sick", Hegseth replied. "My dad has this theory, too".
Then he apologized for "grossing" out viewers. Take Fox News' Pete Hegseth for example.
In repsonse to someone who shared his sentiment on Twitter, Hesgeth used the hashtag #DontWash, before following up with a second tweet sharing a USA Today article about the on-air admission and writing: "To paraphrase the President from an hour ago: The Media is so self-righteous and ANGRY!" Hegseth served with the US Army in both Afghanistan and Iraq, and may well have maintained a stricter hygiene regimen while on duty before returning to a somewhat less sanitary life as a civilian.


The Walking Dead In Memoriam Funko Mystery Minis! Coming June!
Remember your favorite characters and don't let them be long forgotten with the upcoming The Walking Dead In Memoriam Funko Mystery Minis!
This is the second time (as far as i know) that Funko have done an In Memoriam set of Mystery Minis. The main premise is they take all the dead characters from a show, then create a Mystery Mini of them but in Grey Scale with a small bit of color (usually the reds) added in. I guess for those who haven't watched up until the latest episodes this could very well contain spoilers, so don't look if you're not ready! I'm mostly caught up, i've seen all but the latest season which i've got behind in due to the amount of TV there is that i want to watch. I doubt i could spoil it for myself, i mean i don't even recognize most of the characters down below!
There seems to be a total of 20 Minis in the image below, which is quite a lot for a set. It makes me wonder if they're going to do exclusives with this line or just make a bunch of them really hard to find, i'm sure you've had experience with the 1/72 Mystery Minis and what a nightmare to get they are. Hot Topic seems to always have the main exclusives for the Walking Dead so i'll keep an eye out there, but we'll know more closer to the release date. Glam shots and info coming up!
Have a Nice Day. WWE Wave 3 Funko POPs! Out Now!
Welcome in some more of your wrestling favorites with the now released WWE Wave 3 Funko POPs!
And where would a new line up of POPs be without the mandatory Chases and Exclusives? Well nowhere of course. It seems for this round they have chosen Finn Balor to take both the Chase and the Exclusive, some variance would be good but i have to admit the Finn Balor figures do look pretty awesome. I mean i'm not really into wrestling as a whole, but i will probably grab him. When i first revealed the POP of Goldberg i was asking people to guess who he was, and a couple of people guessed Gillberg! That's hm .. kind of close?
I do have a slight fondness for the Mick Foley POP, he was first announced by his daughter (Noelle Foley). He seems like a really nice person, and his daughter strangely enough collector POPs! I watched a few videos on her new YouTube channel, she's a bit wacky but clearly a big Funko fan. I've left a link below for the FYE exclusive as he's on sale now, the link takes you to the article with all the info you need to grab him if you so wish. Glam shots and info coming up!
Headless. Daredevil Wave 2 Funko POPs! Out Now!
Elektra and Punisher join your favorite hero of Hells Kitchen with the now released Daredevil Wave 2 Funko POPs!
I'm sure you've seen plenty of these guys, well Punisher especially. Though these days anything that has a Chase variant is really at the forefront of any news, people were only talking about Punisher. Really that's only for two reason, you firstly have people who are trying to grab any Chase they can to re-sell for a profit, and secondly you have those who want the figure and want to avoid having to resort to eBay. Chases can cause some adverse reactions in some collectors, there has been stories recently of people fighting over and destroying Chases if they can't have them for themselves so as you can imagine there's a few issues there.
Regardless this line of POPs is one of my favorite in recent times, there are so many generic lines of POPs is good when you have a whole line that has interesting colors, features and accessories. From the three Elektra is probably my favorite of the line, though i do have a preference for female POPs so there's some bias there! Daredevils outfit is awesome though, from remembering the series Elektra wasn't wearing her outfit throughout much of the show but she would be a bit generic without it. One comment that has been made about the Punisher Chase is that the Daredevil helmet he's holding is way too small, i'm sure you might notice POP heads are quite a bit bigger than usual! Glam shots and info coming up!


A very dear friend of mine (who's every bit a normal single working mom) was describing some very exciting and crazy things that were happening in her life. She was ever-mindful of ensuring she didn't disrupt her kids' energy at home.
The vortex is crazy town. The vortex is the energetic chaos we find ourselves in from time-to-time. It is unavoidable in this world but not unmanageable.
The vortex is where we may find ourselves having too much or too little in an area of our life such as money, relationships, health…you get the idea. It's a vortex of energy disruption and scrambling; if you're not careful, you'll find yourself upside-down.
There is a way for you to have a calm and upright presence in the vortex and then slowly move out of it. Moving from the flow of jumbled energy to a flow that is constant and calm takes some time, just as it took you to get immersed in the vortex.
The vortex starts with the yielding to a flow of energy (as seen above in the light blue wavy line at the bottom.) You can get sucked up pretty quickly or remain calm and flow along the bottom with no issues.
When good things finally start to happen for us, we tend to let go because we feel we no longer need to "work" on ourselves. Inversely, when things start to go bad, we can immediately go to over-thinking and worrying.
Yielding to the flow of the Universe and the flow of the Vortex are two different things and experiences.
The flow of the Universe (Divine, God, Source, however you define your higher power) is constant and full of unlimited love and gifts.
The flow of the Vortex is jumbly and initially exhilarating—yet in the end, it's soul-crushing and unreliable.
Many get caught up in a particular vortex to never escape.
As an example, if you're in a new relationship, you may find yourself giving up some of your daily practices to make room for your new person. It's a whirlwind (vortex!) of fun yet staying true to your soul's purpose is key in order to maintain your equilibrium and balance.
That's where the help of Blue-Violet comes in.
If you get "caught up" in the vortex, you can get yourself upright.
Blue-violet is all about SIGHT. Don't lose "sight." Keep it about you…the true essence of you.
Remember, the flow of the Divine is not in the vortex. Pure love—the full love of the Divine—will not be found there.
Divine and perfect love do not have waves and torrents like life's vortex. It just IS. Flow in the peace it provides. There is nothing to fear there.
Blue-Violet brings you strength, inner peace, and connection to see your Divine truth.
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Federal Panel's Call for Motor Fuel Tax Hike to Fund Infrastructure Upgrade Stirs Transport Policy Debate
Susan Pantell With Light Rail Now Project Team · April 2008
A major federal commission, citing a looming crisis in America's transportation infrastructure and proposing a gradual increase in federal motor fuel taxes to help address it, has stirred up a heated national controversy involving broad transportation policy issues, ideological dogma, a dispute over the relative responsibilities of the public vs. private sectors in infrastructure development and maintenance, and apparent hanky-panky by the current Bush administration.
The National Surface Transportation Policy and Revenue Study Commission (NSTPRSC), a twelve- member bipartisan panel consisting of experts from around the country, was created by Congress in 2005 to study how to improve the nation's transportation infrastructure. The Commission's final report, Transportation for Tomorrow – released on 15 January 2008 and approved by a 9-3 majority of the commission – calls for raising the federal motor fuel tax up to 40 cents per gallon over five years to help pay for transportation infrastructure and expand highways, public transit, and rail.
These improvements are expected to cost $225 billion each year for the next 50 years. The current fuel tax of 18.4 cents per gallon would be increased by 5 to 8 cents annually for five years, beginning in 2009, and then indexed to inflation. This tax has not been increased since 1993, and recent efforts by Congress to raise it have not been successful mainly because of objections by the Bush administration. According to the Commission, other sources of revenue for transport infrastructure improvements could come from tolls, peak-hour "congestion pricing" on highways, freight fees, and ticket taxes for passenger rail improvements.
Rail passenger services
Expanding and accelerating rail passenger service development is one of the most significant recommendations of the Commission's report, which emphasizes that
Passenger rail transportation is a key component of the Commission's vision for the future, and the Nation should pursue the development of a fast and reliable rail passenger network. The Commission believes that Intercity Passenger Rail is a critical missing link in the Nation's surface transportation system.
As the report notes,
Intercity passenger rail investment would help meet important national energy and environmental goals by shifting travel to trains, which consume approximately 17 percent less energy per passenger mile than air carriers and 21 percent less energy per passenger mile than automobiles.
The map below (Exhibit 4-21 from the report) illustrates the Commission's proposal for an intercity passenger rail network in 2050. Developed by the Passenger Rail Working Group (PRWG) – a subcommittee of the Commission – the plan envisions a passenger rail network further elaborated with long-term capital cost and ridership projections also presented in the report. The PRWG also emphasizes that the plan and map are illustrative, "as the exact routes that would be included in such a network could differ."
It should be noted here that the report also alludes briefly to the importance of urban transit systems, with the observation that:
Transit is an essential element of the Nation's transportation network, providing basic mobility for people who do not own cars. [...] Transit use is not, however, limited to those who cannot afford private vehicles.... Many riders come from households that own cars, but these riders choose to use public transit because it is often more convenient and less expensive than highway transportation. Just as an adequate highway network provides mobility for people who prefer a suburban or rural lifestyle, a high-quality transit system does the same for people who opt to live in a dense, urban environment.
Transit is critical to the Nation's productivity and economic development. Businesses and governments depend on transit to move large numbers of people during peak periods. Transit greatly reduces the number of motorists on the Nation's highways, lessening the impact of congestion. Transit also plays an important role in the development of new communities. Corridors with well- functioning transit systems often attract restaurants, office buildings, and retail establishments.
In conjunction with these observations, the report provides a map (see below) of rail transit systems in the USA as of 2007, as if to emphasize the importance of rail transit. (Unfortunately, the report's map omits two important new rail transit systems – Tacoma's light rail streetcar and Nashville's regional passenger/"commuter" rail operation.) However, as discussed further below, much of this section, elaborating on the significant value of rail transit, and calling for an intensified federal focus on rail transit development, was excised by Department of Transportation personnel without the immediate knowledge of the Commission.
Bush administration dissents
However, the Bush administration – surely the most anti-rail administration in recent US history – was certainly not going to stand by and let the Commission's report pass without resistance. The Commission's chairwoman, Transportation Secretary Mary Peters, and two other conservative members of the panel remained opposed to fuel tax increases and issued a dissenting opinion – at the direction of the White House, according to Secretary Peters. The dissenters advocate reliance on "market" approaches to raising funds, including tolls and public-private partnerships, along with reductions in federal spending. Their primary emphasis would promote roads, with little or no attention to rebuilding the rail system. [Renew America, 21 Jan. 2008.]
Reliance solely on the market to provide transportation infrastructure, according to Fred Hiatt of The Washington Post (21 Jan. 2008), "Is an astonishingly radical view of government's role in transportation."
Cast backward, it would suggest that President Dwight D. Eisenhower never should have built the interstate highway system; it should have been left to private companies to build roads wherever tolling could generate a profit, and nowhere else. The result [would have been] an incomplete, disconnected patchwork of highways.
Hiatt continues:
The rational majority of the commission also understands that the current underinvestment, if continued, will cost lives (see: the collapsed bridge in Minnesota in August), time and economic growth, and that the government has to play a role along with the private sector.
The Peters model might work if the only national interest were maximum efficiency. But if the nation cares about the environment, about staying connected, about balancing roads and rail and transit, then it will have to invest, as a nation, and plan, as a nation. The bipartisan nature of the commission report gives hope that the next administration, whoever leads it, will understand that."
The opposition to raising the fuel tax appears to reflect an ideological preference by the current Bush administration for privatization of transportation services. Certainly, in some cases, public-private partnerships may have an advantageous role in developing light rail and other major public transport projects. For example, participation by private investors may allow a project to be built more quickly, saving money in the long run, or may make the difference in whether a project is built at all. A transit agency might want to contract with a company for small-scale startup services, so that they can see whether such a new service works and fine-tune it before committing heavier agency resources and restructuring the agency to provide it.
However, over-reliance on private funding could be detrimental in several ways. Companies are motivated by maximizing profits, but the government is tasked with providing services for all citizens, in particular those most in need of public transit – the elderly, disabled and children, as well as people who cannot afford to drive. Transit systems also need to be planned and coordinated so that they work well and meet the goals of a region, state or nation.
Transportation is a natural monopoly, meaning that one firm can produce the desired output at a lower social cost than several firms. If a private company is in charge of providing service for a natural monopoly, it can raise prices and cut or limit services, and the consumer has nowhere else to turn. Another problem with privatization is the lack of transparency of decisions made by private entities. Businesses can refuse to provide information about their decision processes and are often not subject to Freedom of Information Act requests. In addition, their representatives are not subject to the same ethical standards as public officials regarding conflicts of interest. As a result, the public is less able to monitor or participate in the decision process or to hold those in power accountable. If the private sector effort fails, the government will need to provide the service and absorb the additional cost of doing so.
Feds censor report
Controversy has not been confined merely to the Bush administration's highly publicized rejection of the central theme of the Commission's study. Widespread criticism has also been leveled at the Department of Transportation for secretively excising crucial sections of the report.
A pro-light rail transit section of the NSTPRSC report, written by Commission member Paul Weyrich and adopted by a 9-3 majority vote of the Commission, was deleted from the Commission's final report. Weyrich, a leading conservative activist, is also a highly regarded supporter of public transportation, and in particular, light rail. When he heard of the deletion, Weyrich told the National Corridors Initiative organization that "It is disappointing that after the paragraphs indicated were passed by a nine to three vote that someone without ever asking me would see to it to do away with these important policy considerations. It is the kind of gutter politics which make people hate their government, and Washington in general." (21 Jan. 2008.)
In the deleted section (see citation below), Weyrich writes that public transportation, in particular electric rail, must have a significantly larger role in Americans' mobility and that federal policy should encourage this development. He cites reasons for the need for public transportation improvements including diminished air quality, increased congestion and reduced vitality of cities, national security and increasing gas prices, and increased difficulty in building roads due to right-of-way and land and environmental constraints. He says that rail is superior to bus transit because people prefer trains and streetcars to buses, rail spurs development and re-development, and most new rail is electrified, with corresponding environmental and security benefits.
Weyrich proposes that Federal policy promote the spread of rail transit by immediately implementing two changes: 1. "FTA criteria for the evaluation of requests for funding for electric rail projects, especially streetcars, should be re-written to take all relevant factors into account, including development impact, and to remove criteria that are not relevant, such as time of travel for streetcars;" and 2. "the Small Starts funding program, . . . . should be returned to its original purpose, which was to encourage new streetcar systems." His most forward-thinking suggestion is that, "Federal support for public transportation generally and electrified rail transit in particular should be made automatic, based on the population of the area served." He concludes, "In the long term, it should be the objective of Federal transportation policy to provide every American the option of mobility without an automobile." [Destination:Freedom: A Weekly North American Transportation Update, Vol. 9 No. 3, 21 Jan. 08.] It is worth reading the full text of his discussion at: [link]
According to Renew America, a revised draft of the deleted section was written, primarily by Commissioner Frank McArdle, a contractor from New York, with Weyrich's approval. The tone of Weyrich's section was altered to some extent, but the section still concludes that, "Public transportation, especially in the form of electric railways, must and will play a significantly larger role in Americans' mobility over the next 50 years and beyond." (28 Jan. 2008.) However, the printed version already went out to the media and decision-makers, so this section will only appear in online versions. (21 Jan. 2008.)
Light Rail Now is publishing Paul Weyrich's DOT-excised section as a separate article; see:
Support for Electric Rail Should Be "Strong Focus" of US Federal Policy, Says Commission Report ... Oops, Snipped by Bush Administration Censors
San Diego pioneered modern light rail transit resurgence in late 1970s, demonstrating that rail transit would attract car-loving Californians. System has grown to several lines with average weekday ridership of over 108,000 per day.
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This entry was posted in Poetry, Writer's Block Open Mic Share and tagged happiness, journey, Love, Truth, vulnerability by Angela. Bookmark the permalink.
and heaven is also deep inside you, and shines brightest when you write like this. takes my breath away, reminds me of reading The Desiderata, your words give hope to a hopeless world. I do believe in heaven and all it will one day be to me too. thank you for your words.
Wow, thank you! I'm humbled.
I believe it will be whatever you wish it to be….I believe all we have to do is see with an open heart.
I read this at an open mic this week, only the second time ever sharing. I was so nervous, but it is made easier when the words flow straight from the heart!
Thank you, Gina, for your kind words and your kind heart.
i recall you mentioning an open mic night before, so I am so happy you got to stand up and spill your words, they are much too precious to be kept hidden. speaking from the heart is a Catch 22 I think, the words just flow because its honest but my voice would get caught in my throat for having to say it all out. So proud of you Angela!
Wow! This is off the chain! The honesty in this is awesome!
Thank you so much, Malakhai! I'm humbled.
Oh, ! LOVE this. This is the same journey I have found that feeds the soul. No church walls, no screaming brass bands at Xmas, no loud mouthed priests, no pews that hurt my back…..lovely, Angela. Beyond lovely.
Yes, it also feeds mine! I'm so happy it resonated. Thank you!
Perfection! You captured the thoughts and feelings of my soul in your words. Perfection!
Wow, this is beautiful to the point of being divine!
What a lovely compliment, Magarisa, thank you! Love is divine, I believe.
Yes, I also believe love is divine.
Again….magical thing you have and can express in such beautiful words.
Thank you so much, BW!
Thank you. I'm very grateful!


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What I found fascinating is that even if your diet is perfect and you are taking perfect supplements and you live a low stress life, your health can still be destroyed by hormones and your gut bacteria (bacteria in your stomach, small intestine and large intestine). I've been working on building back the health of my gut for many years and now that I've mastered the hormones, I'm a very happy camper.
The power of hormones is quite extraordinary…they affect everything from your weight to your mood to your bowls. I'm sure you remember the teenage years or the pregnancy years or the menopause years. Yup- those were all hormonal periods of our lives.
If you are dealing with symptoms such as weight gain, skin issues, sleeping trouble, PMS, fatigue, infertility, PCOS, endometriosis or other issue, the chances are pretty good that your hormones are off balance.
Our hormones are produced by eating good quality fats and cholesterol so without these in your lifestyle- hormonal problems will probably occur because the body doesn't have any building blocks to make them. Toxins containing chemicals, which I have talked about on other pages of my site, mimic these building blocks or mimic our hormones. Gross, right? Yup. That's what happens.
Here are a few tips to get you started. I highly suggest working with an Integrative M.D. for your personal health because we are all VERY different and many of us have certain issues that need to be addressed before others.
I was never a coffee drinker, but I did drink green tea and when my adrenals failed and cortisol went through the roof- I went cold turkey off caffeine. Too much caffeine can wreak havoc on our endocrine system, especially if we have hormonal stressors in our bodies such as stress, toxins and pregnancy. Try to cut down on your caffeine intake and replace your regular cup of joe with herbal teas. I enjoy organic roasted dandelion tea, which is a great alternative to coffee.
Toxins are found in places you may not even know. They're pretty much hiding everywhere; your plastic containers, your food, your fertilizer on your lawn, your household cleaners and your mattress. Yup; O ya and don't forget your plastic shower curtain, too. These toxins contain hormone disrupting chemicals that mimic hormones in our bodies and keep our bodies from producing real hormones. Avoiding these toxins is incredibly important; I cook and store my food in glass containers and only use glass in my home- no more plastic here. I eat 100% organic and don't use chemical cleaners or pesticides for plants or anything else in my home.
There are a TON of gaps we all need to fill that our bodies aren't getting everyday such as vitamin D in the winter and Magnesium (Two of my favorites). Some doctors like to use Maca powder, which is high in minerals and essential fatty acids. I was taking Maca for awhile but no longer taking it. I do take a lot of Magnesium, which is pretty much the power pill in my opinion….it supports hundreds of reactions in our bodies and actually helps our sleep (by helping us relax and relaxing our muscles). There are several forms of Magnesium- but make sure you are absorbing it. I wasn't absorbing it for awhile so that can be quite a tricky issue to fix. Vitamin D- another miracle worker. You've heard enough about how wonderful this is; it supports hormone function and is best from the sun, but in the winter months in Manhattan, I take a quality Vitamin D supplement.
We all know this but I bet half of you don't get enough sleep. Am I right? Thought so. If you're not sleeping enough- well then your hormones surely won't be balanced. End of story. Try an eye mask when you sleep to keep your room dark, take an Epsom Salt Bath or reed a book in bed with dim lights an hour before you are ready to hit the hay.
I quit my gym membership. I'm done with cardio- I played sports my entire life and once I hit 29 my body said, 'Please stop', so I listened and I did. Intense exercise can actually make your hormone problems worse. I focus on relaxing ways of moving my body such as light yoga, walking and stretching. Lifting light weights can be helpful so every once in awhile I'll do a few squats and lunges.
One of the saddest things about all of the processed foods popping up in our food stores is that 99% of them are made from man-made fats from vegetable oils. Gross! It's not real, people. It's fake and your body doesn't know what it is-hence INFLAMMATION. Stay away from peanut oil, canola oil, soybean oil, shortening, margarine and any other chemically formed fats. Eat fats from olive oil, organic butter and coconut oil along with organic sources of animal protein.
Coconut oil is incredible for hormone health (and gut health, too). It provides all of the necessary building blocks for hormone production and can actually HELP, yes HELP with weight loss. Coconut oil is known for reducing inflammation and I've learned that it has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Talk about a wonder oil; this is it! Use it in everything from your herbal tea to your stir-fry, baked goods and melt it for dressings and smoothies, too!


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ACRA delivered the keynote address at the Financial Reporting Standards Forum held on 3 May, Friday at the Grand Mandarin Ballroom, Mandarin Orchard Hotel.
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) invite the public to provide feedback on the draft Companies (Amendment) Bill 2013.
The closing date for this public consultation exercise is 14 Jun 2013.
Visit News and Announcements for more details and ACRA's Media Releases on 3 May 2013.


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Mai întunecat decât crezi (1948) (titlu original Darker Than You Think) este o nuveletă de Jack Williamson, extinsă ulterior la dimensiunea unui roman. Versiunea scurtă a fost publicată de revista Unknown în 1940, în timp ce romanul a apărut opt ani mai târziu la Fantasy Press. Roamnul a fost retipărit în 2003 de Orion Books în cadrul seriei Fantasy Masterworks ca numărul 38.

Intriga

Romanul începe cu anunțul făcut de membrii unei expediții etnologice în Mongolia că printre oameni există persoane care se pot transforma în animale. Dar conducătorul și purtătorul de cuvânt al expediției moare pe neașteptate în mijlocul conferinței de presă, tocmai când era pe cale să aducă dovezi incontestabile în sprijinul afirmațiilor sale. Ceilalți participanți la expediție refuză să mai discute pe marginea subiectului și a conținutului lăzii pe care au adus-o cu ei din expediție.

Prietenul lor, ziaristul Will Barbee încearcă să descâlcească ițele misterioasei povești și ajunge sub controlul frumoasei ziariste April Bell. De la aceasta, el află că în trecut a avut loc un război în care Homo sapiens a învins vârcolacii (Homo lycanthropus) - persoane care se pot metamorfoza într-o sumedenie de animale. Vârcolacii care au supraviețuit s-au ascuns printre oameni și au așteptat nașterea Fiului Nopții, cel profețit să-i aducă din nou la conducerea lumii.

Aflat sub controlul lui April, Will descoperă că și el se poate metamorfoza în animale, iar ziarista se folosește de acest lucru pentru a-l determina să-i elimine, pe rând, pe membrii supraviețuitori ai expediției din Mongolia. Scopul final este distrugerea conținutului lăzii aduse de aceștia, care poartă în ea cea mai teribilă armă de luptă împotriva vârcolacilor, pe care savanții încearcă să descopere cum să o folosească.

Dacă la început Will nu i se poate opune femeii și își ucide foștii colegi, cu timpul el încearcă să treacă înapoi în tabăra oamenilor și să-l ajute pe ultimul supraviețuitor să lupte împotriva vârcolacilor. Tot efortul său este însă în zadar, deoarece Fiul așteptat al Nopții este chiar el însuși, așa cum ajunge să afle după ce depășește moartea fizică. Acceptându-și statutul, el trece definitiv de partea vârcolacilor, la al cărui triumf își aduce decisiv contribuția.

Capitolele cărții

 1 - Tânăra în blană albă
 2 - Uciderea puiului de pisică
 3 - Lupul din jad alb
 4 - Fetița-vrăjitoare
 5 - Creatura din spatele vălului
 6 - Pașii lupului
 7 - Capcana din birou
 8 - Vânătoarea din noapte
 9 - După coșmar
 10 - Un prieten de-al lui April Bell
 11 - Ucis de tigrul cavernelor

 12 - Blana tigrului
 13 - Iadul interior
 14 - Lovitura șarpelui
 15 - Latura umană
 16 - O formă înfricoșătoare
 17 - Pe jumătate om
 18 - Renașterea tagmei vrăjitorilor
 19 - Pe dealul Sardis
 20 - Fiul Nopții
 21 - În întuneric

Lista personajelor

 Will Barbee - ziarist la publicația The Clarendon Star din orașul Clarendon
 April Bell - tânără atrăgătoare, pe jumătate vrăjitoare, care îl atrage pe Barbee în lumea magiei
 Doctorul Lamarck Mondrick - arheolog renumit, șef al Fundației de Cercetări Umane care descxoperă existența oamenilor-vârcolaci în sânul omenirii
 Rowena Mondrick - soția lui Lamarck; și-a ajutat soțul în cercetările sale, lucru ce a atras asupra ei răzbunarea oamenilor-vârcolaci, care au orbit-o
 Sam Quain - cercetător care lucrează sub îndrumarea doctorului Mondrick, căruia i-a fost elev
 Nora Quain - soția lui Sam, de care Barbee a fost îndrpgostit în tinerețe
 Pat Quain - fiica celor doi
 Nick Spivak - cercetător care lucrează sub îndrumarea doctorului Mondrick, căruia i-a fost elev
 Rex Chittum - cercetător care lucrează sub îndrumarea doctorului Mondrick, căruia i-a fost elev
 Ben Chittum - tatăl lui Rex, vânzător într-un chioșc de ziare și reviste
 Archer Glenn' - psihiatru renumit, șef al clinicii Glennhaven din Clarendon
 Preston Troy' - patronul ziarului The Clarendon Star Opinii critice

Recenzorul publicației Astounding, Catherine Crook de Camp, a lăudat romanul ca fiind un "fantasy excepțional [cu] intrigă excelentă, acțiune trepidantă și suspans care explodează într-un horror plin de tensiune"".

Brian W. Aldiss și David Wingrove au ales Mai întunecat decât crezi drept "cel mai bun roman al lui Williamson", declarând că "este realizat bine, plin de suspans original și tensiune și condimentat cu un sănătos spirit malefic. Personajele, deși evidente, sunt creionate migălos, dar principala calitate a romanului este faptul că e plin de plăcerea vieții sălbatice, cu alergarea liberă în întuneric, pădurile, peisajele montane și adierea brizei."

R. D. Mullen a descris romanul ca "primul efort serios făcut de Williamson pentru a depăși limitările ficțiunii pulp", notând că acesta, la fel ca și romanele mainstream contemporane, "combină fantezia celor mai întunecate superstiții cu revelațiile psihanalizei "and noted that it, like contemporaneous mainstream novels, "combines the fantasies of our darker superstitions with the revelations of psychoanalysis."<ref>"Recenzii: Noiembrie 1975", Science Fiction Studies, noiembrie 1975</ref>.

Opere asociate

Roger Zelazny a însărcinat 16 autori SF să scrie o introducere, 14 povestiri și 2 poeme pentru un volum menit să-l omagieze pe Jack Williamson. Deși Zelazny a decedat între timp, cartea a apărut în 1996 cu titlul The Williamson Effect:

 David Brin - "A World In Love With Change"
 Frederik Pohl - "The Mayor of Mare Tranq"
 Paul Delinger - "Before the Legion"
 Poul Anderson - "Inside Passage"
 Ben Bova - "Risk Assessment"
 Scott E. Green - "Williamson's World" (poem)
 Pati Nagle - "Emancipation"
 John Brunner - "Thinkertoy"
 Fred Saberhagen - "The Bad Machines"
 Jeff Bredenberg - "The Human Ingredient"
 Jane Lindskold - "Child of the Night"
 David Weber - "A Certain Talent"
 Connie Willis - "Nonstop to Portales"
 Andre Norton - "No Folded Hands"
 Mick Resnick - "Darker Than You Wrote"
 Scott E. Green - "Near Portales... Freedom Shouts" (poem)
 John J. Miller - "Worlds That Never Were: The Last Adventure of the Legion of Time"

Trei dintre povestiri au legătură cu romanul Mai întunecat decât crezi: "Darker Than You Wrote" a lui Mick Resnick, "Child of the Night" a lui Jane Lindskold și "Inside Passage" a lui Poul Anderson, ultima dintre ele reprezentând o continuare a romanului.

Influențe și admiratori

Romanul l-a influențat în mod special de specialistul inginerie aeronautică și ocultistul Jack Parsons, alături de "Crucible of Power" scrisă de același autor:

Neil Gaiman s-a declarat un fan al cărții.

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Legături externe

 Istoria publicării romanului Mai întunecat decât crezi pe ISFDB

Romane științifico-fantastice
Cărți din 1948
Romane de Jack Williamson
Povestiri de Jack Williamson
1948 în științifico-fantastic

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