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Daughter of New York City merchant John D. Whitfield, Louise was born in the Gramercy Park neighborhood of Manhattan.
On April 22, 1887 she married Carnegie at her family's home in New York City in a private ceremony officiated by a pastor from the Church of the Divine Paternity, a Universalist church to which the Whitfields belonged. At the time of the marriage, Louise was 30; Carnegie was 51. As wedding gifts from her husband, Louise received an approximate annual income of $20,000 and a home (formerly owned by Collis Potter Huntington) at 5 West 51st Street. Louise gave birth to the couple's only child Margaret, in 1897.
After Carnegie's death, Louise continued making charitable contributions to organizations including American Red Cross, the Y.W.C.A., the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, numerous World War II relief funds, and $100,000 to the Union Theological Seminary. She spent her summers at Skibo Castle. In 1934, she was honored with the Gold Medal of the Pennsylvania Society.
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On Tuesday, June 24, Mrs. Andrew Carnegie died at her home in New York City, in her eighty-ninth year. This brought to an end a long and exceptional life of great distinction and fine living. Although since the death of her husband in 1919 Mrs. Carnegie had seldom visited Pittsburgh, she was known to many here for her high purpose, kindliness, and nobility of character.
Notwithstanding the great wealth and prominence of her husband, she played her individual part in all his philanthropies as a counselor and an enthusiastic co-planner in his hopes for the betterment of the human race. She was self-effacing in her own benefactions, which were many, but fully lived up to what she felt to be the responsibilities placed upon her by her opportunities for service. A true lady in the old fashioned sense of the word, she was most gracious and kindly to all with whom she came in contact and could well be taken as an outstanding example of American womanhood.
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Historicist: "Sip 'n Sex"–Paul Godfrey's Origin Story
Paul Godfrey battles the menace of rowdy teens at drive-in restaurants in mid-1960s suburbia.
By Jamie Bradburn
Cartoon, the Enterprise, July 13, 1966.
"Sex-and-snacks draw fire." "Bra and bottles litter lawns." "North York fears another Yorkville." Mid-1960s headlines such as these suggested the end of Western civilization for the upstanding, hard-working taxpayers of North York.
The roots of such decadence? Your friendly neighbourhood hamburger stand. The mix of angry residents, youth gone wild, and ambitious local politicians created hysteria in some quarters over the monitoring of drive-in restaurants in suburban Toronto. Leading the charge against this terror? None other than future Metro Chairman and media mogul Paul Godfrey.
Godfrey viewed his teenage self during the 1950s as a "quiet, fat, short kid" who sat at the back of the classroom, a depiction which doesn't paint him as the type of young adult prone to hanging around the emerging drive-in culture. While studying chemical engineering at U of T, Godfrey followed in the footsteps of his mother and entered the world of North York politics, working on the campaigns of reeve Norman Goodhead. When Godfrey decided to run for alderman in 1964, the 25-year-old candidate found while canvassing door-to-door that his youth dampened his credibility among some voters. Despite this, he pressed on and won the seat for Ward 4 (an area on North York's south end bounded by Bathurst Street, Highway 401, and the railway line west of Caledonia Road).
Once in office, Godfrey quickly developed a reputation as a hard-working councillor with an open ear to his constituents. A profile in the Telegram noted his responsiveness to residents (answering a minimum of 12 voter phone calls a day) and "his knack at finding explosive issues and exploiting [the] same."
Source: the Telegram, December 2, 1966.
This tendency made the rising number of complaints about rowdy teens at local drive-ins he received during the summer of 1966 an ideal issue to champion. That July, Godfrey gave notice that he was preparing a motion to North York Council to amend the zoning by-law governing restaurants to allow tighter regulation of drive-ins. Among the 75 letters and numerous phone calls complaining about drive-ins Godfrey received, highlights included a resident who claimed to have witnessed gangs scrapping with clubs and crowbars at one restaurant, while another complained about catcalls directed at his wife. Godfrey noted that while some drive-ins were well-run, reputable dining establishments, others were "centres of sin" where promiscuous patrons guzzled booze. He wanted North York's Traffic, Fire, and Licensing Committee to crack down on what he saw as "sip 'n sex" havens. "There is a place for such restaurants in North York," Godfrey told council, "but not beside residential areas."
Not all of Godfrey's council peers were sympathetic to his arguments. During the July 18, 1966 council session, Robert Yuill asked if Godfrey had actually witnessed any of the issues he'd described. "I'm curious as to how much sex and drinking is taking place," Yuill said. "The complaints I've heard concern noise and garbage and litter." Godfrey responded that while he hadn't personally seen any mayhem, "the resulting debris strewn about is strong evidence." Joseph Gould criticized Godfrey for picking on drive-ins, noting that police observation had fixed the problems at a rowdy restaurant in his ward. Gould felt that council had not received too many complaints, and that by raising "the wrong kind of publicity," Godfrey's actions would only make gawkers show up at drive-ins. Murray Chusid observed that "there is a heavy suggestion here that those who eat hamburgers are more promiscuous that those who eat steak."
Over the next few months, the traffic committee studied the issue. Among those it called on was Metro Toronto Police superintendent Charles Bond, who noted that 143 charges were laid between October 1965 and August 1966 against patrons of an unnamed Avenue Road drive-in, mostly for littering. Bond didn't support having off-duty constables patrol the drive-ins. "I shudder at the thought of a policeman regulating the comings and goings of people in a restaurant," he noted.
Source: Toronto Star, April 14, 1967.
It's likely that the unnamed litterbug-infested drive-in was the Harvey's at Avenue Road and Melrose Avenue. Having launched as a single burger stand in Richmond Hill in 1959, by 1967 the chain had 42 locations stretching from Buffalo to Montreal, 13 of which were in the Toronto area. Harvey's president George B. Sukornyk was aware of complaints about the Avenue Road location, but noted that such trouble didn't occur elsewhere. Comparing that site to his peaceful Montreal locations, Sukornyk told the Globe and Mail that he had studied rowdyism for five years and determined that "the difference is in parental influence and religious background."
Such distinctions mattered little to angry residents along Melrose Avenue. Their rage boiled over at a North York traffic committee meeting on April 13, 1967. Thirty people walked into the room armed with six bags of garbage they claimed was left on their front lawns by Harvey's patrons. As they started dumping food packaging, half-eaten burgers, whisky bottles, bikini tops, and other debris onto a table, committee chairman Walter Cassels ordered them to stop, lest they be booted out.
Resident spokesperson Mrs. W.G. Keane rattled off a list of problems caused by the drive-in, especially between 12:30 a.m. and its 4:00 a.m. closing time. Among them: teens fighting in the streets, public urination, vomit left on doors, obscenities shouted at residents, car racing, vehicles parked in the middle of the street, patrons shocking the neighbours by dropping their underwear in front of them, stray used contraceptive devices, and noxious cooking fumes. There were even reports of men sitting in their cars during the day who tried to entice children into their vehicles. "Residents are afraid to allow their teenaged daughters to walk along the street beside the parked cars because of the unpleasant comments they must hear, and the acts they see," Keane observed. She even pointed out that gas tankers had problems making deliveries to the local service station due to cars blocking the driveway.
Source: the Telegram, April 14, 1967.
Godfrey supported the complainants, noting that a few teens had "erected a hell in the area" which was in danger of turning into a crazy youth scene à la Yorkville. He felt there was no reason for youths, especially 14- and 15-year-old girls, to be roaming the streets until four in the morning, and supported calls for an early closing bylaw. Charles Bond was sympathetic to the concerns, but continued to believe that police shouldn't act as bouncers. "It's like getting the police to stop people from putting their cigarette butts in their coffee cups," he noted.
Harvey's director Edward Kozak felt his company was being "persecuted from stem to stern," and unfairly receiving the blame for problems which existed throughout Metro Toronto. "Most of our customers are decent and legitimate," he told the committee. "We are being persecuted for giving good value. That's why we're busy." Kozak claimed that the late hours were partly to accommodate local shift workers. He also noted that all of the 16 air pollution complaints about Harvey's came from two residents of Melrose Avenue, but that the restaurant agreed to install more equipment to fight fumes. As for garbage, Kozak indicated that a man was hired to pick up the trash within a five-block radius.
In an editorial published two days later, the Star defended the right of homeowners to a peaceful existence. But it also defended the right of drive-in restaurant proprietors to carry out business. "Drive-in restaurants are causes of complaint in several other parts of Metro," the editorial observed. "They aren't the culprits; they don't peddle the whisky bottles that litter Melrose Avenue. They legitimately serve food. Let the police get after the actual offenders."
Melrose resident Harry S. Boyd disagreed with the Star's view. In a letter to the editor, Boyd noted that while businesses like gas stations and supermarkets could operate responsibly into the wee hours of the morning, Harvey's had "a clientele that is largely made up of young people who seem dedicated to disorderly conduct of the most offensive kind, designed to shock the residents." He felt that "it would take a battalion of police to cover the area and effectively maintain a reasonable degree of peace and order, such as that we enjoyed before the advent of the hamburger joint—which you dignify with the name 'restaurant.'"
Meanwhile, North York's traffic committee plotted its strategy to battle rowdies at Harvey's, which was becoming known as "the place where the action is." The spectre of Yorkville continued to serve as a warning of the horrors of youth culture gone amok. Councillor Gordon Hurlbut visited one night at 11:30 p.m. and found youths in a shouty mood. He blamed the restaurant for not hiring a lot supervisor. Cassels blamed police for not curbing mischief happening a block away from the restaurants, activities he felt Harvey's could not be held accountable for.
Cartoon, the Enterprise, April 26, 1967.
The furor surrounding Harvey's played into heightened fears surrounding juvenile delinquency in North York. Based on a series of isolated incidents around this time, there were complaints about vandalism and other mayhem perpetrated by the students of Bayview Junior High School. Around 100 students showed their displeasure by staging a protest outside the school on April 21, 1967. A local paper, the Enterprise, treated the event as a childish exercise, as most of those demonstrating "appeared ignorant of the principle that the purpose of a demonstration is to bring attention to a point of view or injustice." The Enterprise had recently published articles depicting the students as delinquents, so when a reporter showed up, they were greeted with jeers, threats ("Whoever wrote that will get smashed"), and a kick to the shin.
On May 11, the traffic committee approved a series of recommendations regarding Harvey's. Among them: no stopping on Melrose between 11:00 p.m. and 4 a.m., increased police patrols, stronger street lighting, erecting "no littering signs" warning of fines up to $800, and ordering Harvey's to erect a fence (to prevent litter from blowing off the lot), install better washroom signs, and install a $4,000 filter to reduce the cooking smell. The restaurant had already decided to close at 2 a.m. instead of 4 a.m.
Residents plagued by drive-ins in other areas of North York were inspired to air their complaints. "Hamburgers are a hazard," declared one Deloraine Avenue resident at a traffic committee session in September 1967, referring to the nightly circus created by patrons of Daddy's on Bathurst Street. Fellow Deloraine Avenue resident Mort Manilla urged that North York create a bylaw which would force drive-ins to hire car hops or waitresses. The delegation also complained about advertising which depicted drive-ins as "a place to meet the gang." As one angry homeowner put it, "they're licensed to hold teenage rallys (sic) after midnight."
Cartoon, the Enterprise, September 6, 1967.
As for the Avenue and Melrose Harvey's location, installing a policeman out front reduced incidents. Traffic committee members undertook surprise visits after midnight to check on the burger joint. Cassels thought the smell issues still needed work. "It's bad enough having to smell hamburgers cooking for a little while from a next-door barbecue, he told a committee meeting in September 1967. "It would be beyond endurance to have to put up with that 24 hours a day." Yet endurance did build up, as there is still a Harvey's at that intersection. Looking at it now, with its modern exterior and middle-brow offerings from sister chain Swiss Chalet, it's hard to imagine the furor this location once caused.
In a May 1967 North York Mirror profile, Godfrey reflected on accusations that his actions were guided by the need for publicity. "Certain issues must be brought to public attention," he noted. "When people approach me on issues I find the most effective way of making these is through the news media." He also made no secret about his political ambitions: "Where the top is, that's where I want to be." Godfrey accurately predicted that he would become chair of Metro Toronto, though it's hard to say whether he would have imagined achieving that position within six years of the interview. His long career in various positions of power, which once earned him the title of "Toronto's most famous closer," has brought him from declaring war on local burger joints to his current duties as president and CEO of Postmedia.
Additional material from the July 13, 1966, July 20, 1966, April 19, 1967, April 26, 1967, and September 6, 1967 editions of the Enterprise; the July 19, 1966, September 2, 1966, April 14, 1967, and July 25, 1967 editions of the Globe and Mail; the July 20, 1966, April 19, 1967, and May 17, 1967 editions of the North York Mirror; the July 4, 1966, April 14, 1967, April 15, 1967, April 20, 1967, April 28, 1967, May 12, 1967, and September 27, 1967 editions of the Toronto Star; and the December 2, 1966 and April 14, 1967 editions of the Telegram.
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-First of all, Sherbrooke's Frédéric Niemeyer qualified for his first ATP Tour main draw since Stockholm in October, 2005. And he had a nice, easy ride. First he beat American Amer Delic, the No. 3 seed in the qualifying, 6-3, 6-4. Then, he was leading another young American, Jesse Whitten, 6-2, 3-1 when Whitten retired with an injury.
The bad news? He gets Robin Soderling (a finalist Sunday in Rotterdam) in the first round.
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Michael Garcia: Fifa investigator resigns in World Cup report row
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Michael Garcia's resignation "surprised" Fifa president Sepp Blatter
Fifa's independent ethics investigator Michael Garcia has quit in protest over the handling of his report into bidding for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.
The American lawyer cited a "lack of leadership" at the top of football's world governing body.
Garcia said he lost confidence in the independence of judge Hans-Joachim Eckert, an ethics committee colleague.
Uefa president Michel Platini said: "We wanted all transparency but this is a new failure for Fifa."
The head of European football spoke out as Garcia resigned a day after Fifa's appeals panel rejected his challenge of Eckert's summary of his report.
Garcia said: "It is the lack of leadership on these issues within Fifa that leads me to conclude that my role in this process is at an end."
Fifa president Sepp Blatter said: "I am surprised by Mr Garcia's decision. The work of the ethics committee will nonetheless continue."
The association said in a statement that an acting chairman of the committee would be appointed, pending the election of a successor to Garcia.
Qatar whistleblower Phaedra Al Majid said Fifa's rules are a "farce".
She added: "Not even an extensive, purportedly independent, two-year investigation and report could affect its culture."
Russia won the right to host the 2018 World Cup, while Qatar was awarded the 2022 tournament. Fifa cleared both of corruption despite a series of allegations.
Analysis: BBC sports editor Dan Roan
"Having resigned in protest at Fifa's handling of his investigation into allegations of corruption, Michael Garcia has plunged world football's governing body into more turmoil. The American lawyer's probe into the bidding for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups was meant to restore some trust in an organisation plagued by years of scandal. His decision to quit does exactly the opposite, raising more questions over Fifa's ability to run the game. Last month Garcia disowned a summary of his investigation by Fifa judge Hans-Joachim Eckert, who cleared Russia and Qatar as World Cup hosts. Garcia's appeal was dismissed by Fifa on Tuesday and now he has resigned, questioning the organisation's integrity and leadership in a damning statement. Some may question Garcia's motives, and wonder whether he is trying to distance himself from a discredited organisation to preserve his own political ambitions, but his move certainly piles yet more pressure on Fifa. The news broke as Fifa's top executives gathered here in Marrakech for a crunch meeting. On Friday they will vote on whether to publish Garcia's full findings. But the man himself has not waited for that, and for Fifa closure seems further away than ever."
Garcia's findings were released as a 42-page summary of the 430-page report.
He said the summary was "erroneous" and complained to Fifa, which said his appeal was "not admissible".
In his resignation statement, he said: "No independent governance committee, investigator, or arbitration panel can change the culture of an organisation."
Garcia said his submission to the Fifa appeal committee outlined what he called "the most serious failings" of Eckert's response.
"Among other points, the brief explained why, when viewed in the context of the report it purported to summarise, no principled approach could justify the Eckert Decision's edits, omissions, and additions," he said.
Fifa meets in Morocco this week and will decide whether to release a full, redacted copy of Garcia's report.
Former diplomat Champagne, 56, worked for Fifa for 11 years as an executive before leaving in 2010
Jerome Champagne, the former Fifa executive who plans to stand against Blatter for the presidency, said: "Michael Garcia's resignation is a step backwards.
"We needed to know what happened before and after the 2 December 2010 World Cup vote. Today, more than ever, we need to know.
"When will the facts be known fully, transparently and above all without suspicion? When will we be able to start rebuilding Fifa's image?"
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"I have said on many, many occasions, the ethics committee was the most important committee formed by Fifa following its reform process," said Boyce.
Prince Ali bin Al Hussein of Jordan, a Fifa vice president, said Garcia's decision to quite was "emblematic" of the challenges faced by the organisation.
"I have tremendous respect for people who take principled positions," said Prince Ali.
Four years of controversy
2 December 2010 - Russia and Qatar are chosen to host the 2018 and 2022 World Cups
4 October 2013 - Fifa agrees to set up a taskforce to look into alternative dates for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
1 June 2014 - The Sunday Times alleges that former Fifa vice-president Mohamed bin Hammam paid £3m to football officials in return for support for the Qatari bid
5 September 2014 - The report into the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bidding process is submitted to Fifa by Michael Garcia
13 November 2014 - Fifa releases a 42-page summary of the Garcia report which clears Russia and Qatar of corruption
13 November 2014 - Garcia claims the summary of his own report is "materially incomplete" and contains "erroneous representations"
20 November 2014 - Garcia and Fifa ethics judge Hans-Joachim Eckert agree to release the full copy of the report to the organisation's compliance chief, Domenico Scala
16 December 2014 - Fifa deems Garcia's complaint against Eckert's summary of his report is "not admissible"
17 December 2014 - Garcia quits his role as independent chairman of the Fifa Ethics Committee's Investigatory Chamber
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Hong Kong Demonstrates the Power of Peaceful Protest
Adam King
"Elections" are often the first thing people think of when they think about democracy. And while elections are a key component, there is much more to democracy than that.
For example, effective democracy requires the rule of law, the separation of powers, functioning political parties, an empowered civil society, free speech and media, and many other components. One of those other components—the freedom of assembly—has recently been prominently displayed in Hong Kong.
The people of Hong Kong are reminding us of just how powerful the exercise of freedom of assembly can be. This June, millions of people turned out to peacefully protest an extradition law the Hong Kong government, led by Chief Executive Carrie Lam, planned to implement. The law would have allowed for the extradition of those detained in Hong Kong, which has a relatively robust rule of law, to mainland China, which does not. The law was the latest flashpoint about what China's "one country, two systems" means in practice since the transfer of Hong Kong's sovereignty from Great Britain to the People's Republic of China in 1997.
The case that Lam invoked to justify the law had little to do with politics: a young man murdered his girlfriend in Taiwan and returned to Hong Kong, but he could not be returned to face justice due to Hong Kong's lack of an extradition treaty with Taiwan. Hong Kong also lacks an extradition treaty with mainland China, among other countries, and Lam insisted the law was merely meant to close legal loopholes. But many Hong Kongers worried that the law will effectively blanket Hong Kong with mainland China's legal system, overriding Hong Kong's separate judicial system with a rule-by-law system overseen by the Chinese Communist Party.
Hong Kong's partial democracy provides few channels for public input into policy. Hong Kong's chief executive is not elected by popular vote but rather by a selection committee made up of approximately 1,200 unelected members. Moreover, only half of the Legislative Council's (LegCo's) 70 seats are directly elected, with the remainder selected by functional constituencies.
However, the people of Hong Kong still exercise important democratic levers to influence power, and they have utilized the freedom of assembly, in particular, to great effect. On Sunday, June 9, 2019, an estimated 1 million Hong Kongers (13 percent of the population) peacefully protested against the law. The government did not back down. On Wednesday, June 12, the day the LegCo was due to debate the law, thousands continued to protest. On Sunday, June 16, an estimated 2 million people—a quarter of the population—protested. Even before the largest protest on June 16, Chief Executive Lam realized she could no longer ignore the will of the people and suspended the law, some surmise for good.
This is not the first time the Hong Kong people have used peaceful protest to express concern over government actions: in 2003, 500,000 of them convinced the government to scrap national security legislation, and annually thousands gather to commemorate the Tiananmen Square massacre. These latest protests do not mark the end of Hong Kong's negotiation with the PRC over what "one country, two systems" means in practice. But they are an important example for all of us of what ordinary citizens can achieve with democratic tools that extend beyond the ballot box.


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Both universities and private companies conduct high-level technological R&D. Traditionally, however, their reasons for doing so have differed. Universities mainly pursue research to reveal new knowledge, and a company's ultimate goal is profit. Two factors are bringing them closer together: universities have become more entrepreneurial in their outlook, and companies now have a greater appreciation for the expertise of academic researchers and how that can contribute to their business success. And, today, collaboration is crucial to successfully bring new research findings into competitive markets.
Although the history of university-corporate partnership stretches back over a hundred years, there remains a perception that differing core values preclude a cooperation that mutually benefits both sides. In short, a researcher wants to share findings with the public, and a company wants to share marketable products with consumers.
Yet a closer look at the comparison reveals more overlap than differences. While universities do focus on education and new knowledge, increasingly companies provide the bridge to help transform new breakthroughs into things that people can actually use. Once removed from the academic bubble, new discoveries and innovative technologies flourish.
The key to building a successful cooperation between university and company lies in a mutual respect for each player's area of expertise. It's also important to come to an understanding early on about the parameters and goals of the research undertaken on the academic side and how the results will be shared and used on the corporate side.
Behind the desire to build healthy university-company collaborations lies the fact that there are countless challenges to be tackled in the modern world – whether in medicine, new technology, or science. Quite simply, it's time to pool resources.
In the past, universities have solicited corporate donations or sponsored scholarships from the private sector in a kind of piecemeal way: researcher by researcher, project by project. Or corporations have contracted research work to help with, for example, licensing patents. This model posed minimal risk for both parties but was quite limited in scope.
Today, the increasing competition for knowledge demands that the two sectors expand on their collaboration. The transaction-based research-for-hire model needs to evolve into a long-term partnership, and, now, we see new models for partnerships.
Today, academic research tends toward an interdisciplinary approach. By creating facilities based around a particular area of research and shared across departments and disciplines, the university is more successful in attracting potential partners in private industry interested in collaborative, highly focused, long-term research.
Another model, the business incubator, is a recent catchword on the university-company collaboration scene. This on-campus residence for a company allows industry partners to take an active role in university research and also gives students access to the professional world, helping them prepare for the next step after their studies.
This model, also called an accelerator, frequently provides a launching pad for start-ups or spin-off companies. The new company, seeded in the university setting, then maintains its link with the academic world, building a whole new layer of cooperation which grows and develops.
Increasingly, long-term strategic alliances in a specific area of study are becoming the norm. But how to create a partnership that lasts? Finding the right people is always a good start. Both sides need to foster leaders capable of crossing the gap and building ties between the corporate and university worlds.
Companies will look for a so-called "Entrepreneur in Residence" (EIR) – the go-to person in a field of research with a great deal of experience and a successful track record in delivering marketable results. Universities will look for partners who understand that its bottom line is not always about profits and deliver the greatest impact on their results.
The Engineering Department of the University of Northampton in the UK, for example, collaborates with thyssenkrupp Elevator to research modelling, vibrations, and air flows. Often, department managers and project leaders are invited to give talks on practical applications or on transferring theory and new findings into an industry setting. A similar cooperation exists with Georgia Tech in the USA.
Collaboration – especially between universities and companies – will become increasingly important in the future. Factors such as fewer financial resources, competition from emerging economies, and increasingly complex technological developments make the landscape simply too volatile to go it alone.
Companies which don't build bridges to the university sector will miss out on accessing ground-breaking research and marketable new findings. In addition, they will be out of touch with the students who will potentially turn into young professionals and bring a wealth of new knowledge into their company.
The university world now sees the benefits of looking beyond the theoretical and taking an active role in overseeing the transfer of new knowledge into practical applications. So instead of safeguarding research, they are moving to become custodians of collaborations with companies that use their market expertise to bring new findings to the public in practical applications.


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Digital Currency Manual for Chinese Officials in High Demand, Enters Second Printing
Chinese officials are showing high demand for a manual on digital currencies that summarizes its main concepts, which demonstrates interest from the government.
A 200-page manual titled "Digital Currency: A Reader for Cadres" entered its second printing in January. The high demand signals interest from China's government amid confusing regulations on cryptocurrencies.
The handbook was first released in November, and includes a comprehensive set of 23 articles, starting from the basics of digital currencies to their impact on global finance. Yinan Zhao, a Bloomberg reporter covering the Chinese economy, explained to Cointelegraph:
"It is actually a collection of published articles by officials and researchers on digital currencies. The views expressed in the book are not new. I think it meant to be a one-stop shop sort of thing for officials to get their head around on the concept."
Chinese Communist Party officials appear to be showing interest in digital currencies, given the launch of the second printing after just three months after its initial release. The book's cover describes digital currencies as "inevitable in the course of history," adding that the articles are presented in the "hope to help Party cadres deepen their understanding" of the technology.
The complex interactions of crypto and politics in China
The Chinese state has had a confusing stance on cryptocurrencies and blockchain since their popularization. As the market grew, bans on crypto exchanges and initial coin offerings operating in China were quickly enacted in 2017.
The government appeared to change its attitude the following year, releasing a primer on blockchain technology in August 2018. The manual was the first attempt to educate Chinese officials on the merits and pitfalls of distributed ledger technology, with the aim of fostering healthy growth. Indeed, the country was reported in early 2019 to be a worldwide leader in terms of the number of blockchain projects.
Nevertheless, China remained largely hostile to Bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies, despite the gradual thawing. Since early 2018, People's Bank of China (PBoC) representatives considered digital currencies as inevitable but viewed the potential spread of decentralized alternatives as destabilizing.
It is unsurprising, given this view, that China pushed for creating a central bank-controlled digital currency in 2019. Zhou Xiaochuan, the former governor of the PBoC, is reported to have started the project to ensure China would retain control over its monetary policy — instead of "externally controlled" Bitcoin.
Retaining control over the blockchain ecosystem appears to be a recurring theme for Chinese officials. As Cointelegraph reported in late 2018, the Huobi exchange re-opened a China subsidiary — which included a Chinese Communist Party committee branch. Finally, in October 2019, Chairman Xi Jinping called for increased blockchain technology adoption, while specifically excluding permissionless cryptocurrencies.


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Anthony Oliver Scott (born July 10, 1966) is an American journalist and cultural critic, known for his film and literary criticism. After starting his career at The New York Review of Books, Variety, and Slate, he began writing film reviews for The New York Times in 2000, and became the paper's chief film critic in 2004, a title he shared with Manohla Dargis. In 2023, he moved to the The New York Times Review of Books.

Early life
Scott was born on July 10, 1966 in Northampton, Massachusetts. Both of his parents were professors. His mother, Joan Wallach Scott, is the Harold F. Linder Professor at the School of Social Science in the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey. His father, Donald Scott, is a professor of American history at the City University of New York. He is a great nephew of the married acting couple Eli Wallach and Anne Jackson (his maternal grandfather was Eli's brother). Scott is Jewish. He attended public schools in Providence, Rhode Island, including Classical High School before graduating magna cum laude from Harvard in 1988 with a degree in literature.

Career

Print
Scott began his career at The New York Review of Books, where he served as an assistant to Robert B. Silvers. Scott then served as book critic for Newsday, while also serving as a contributor to The New York Review of Books and Slate. In 1993, he wrote television reviews for Variety, using the name Tony Scott.

He joined The New York Times Arts section in January 2000, following Janet Maslin's retirement from film criticism. (Maslin continues to review genre fiction for the paper.) In 2004, he became chief critic, following Elvis Mitchell's resignation. Scott and the other film critics at the Times host a video podcast on the subject of film, called Critics' Picks. On March 9, 2020, The New York Times announced that Scott would take a one-year break from his role as co-chief film critic and assume the title of critic at large, writing "bigger, cross-topic essays."

Better Living Through Criticism, a book on art criticism by Scott, was published in 2016.

Scott is set to leave his role as a film critic in March 2023 and join The New York Times Book Review.

Television
In 2006 and 2007, Scott served as a guest critic on Ebert & Roeper during Roger Ebert's absence due to thyroid cancer.

Between 2002 and 2014, Scott made 15 appearances on Charlie Rose, where he predicted the Academy Award winners and spoke about recently released films. He often appeared alongside David Denby of The New Yorker and Janet Maslin of The New York Times and guest-hosted the program on a number of occasions.

On August 5, 2009, it was announced that Scott, along with Chicago Tribune critic Michael Phillips, would take over hosting duties on At the Movies from Ben Lyons and Ben Mankiewicz, who would no longer be involved with the show. Scott and Phillips began their duties when the show started its new season on September 5, 2009. The show was canceled after one season due to low ratings, concluding its run in August 2010.

Academia
Scott is a professor of film criticism at Wesleyan University.

Preferences

Favorites
In a 2009 interview with Rotten Tomatoes, Scott named the following five films as his favorites of all time.
 La Dolce Vita
 The Godfather
 Sullivan's Travels
 McCabe and Mrs. Miller
 The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
When asked to name the best of 21st century, Scott listed along with Manohla Dargis:

 There Will Be Blood (USA, 2007)
 Spirited Away (Japan, 2001)
 Million Dollar Baby (USA, 2004)
 A Touch of Sin (China, 2013)
 The Death of Mr. Lazarescu (Romanian, 2006)
 Yi Yi (Taiwan, 2000)
 Inside Out (USA, 2015)
 Boyhood (USA, 2014)
 Summer Hours (France, 2009)
 The Hurt Locker (USA, 2009)

Best of the year
Since becoming a film critic, Scott has named these films the best of the year:

Personal life
Scott is married to Justine Henning, and they have two children.

When reviewing Spike Lee's BlacKkKlansman, Scott wrote "Maybe not everyone who is white is a racist, but racism is what makes us white".

Filmography

See also
 New Yorkers in journalism

References

External links

 A. O. Scott: New York Times biography
 A. O. Scott: New York Times articles
 A. O. Scott: New York Times movie reviews

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Q: How to sample from a Wishart distribution? From Wikipedia, we know that $n$, the degrees of freedom, should be larger than $p-1$ where $p$ is the dimension of the scale matrix.
Also, from the bottom part of the same article, we see "Bartlett decomposition" to sample Wishart distribution where the diagonal element is generated from $\chi^{2}(n - i + 1)$.
However, if you type the following commands in Matlab 2011b:
Sigma = eye(2)
nu = 1
wishrnd(Sigma,nu)

It will return something! Here, nu (degrees of freedom) is no longer greater than the dimension of the scale matrix, right?
Also, if you look close in to the implementation of wishrnd by issuing type wishrnd, we see the following line:
a = diag(sqrt(chi2rnd(df-(0:n-1))));

Clearly, the implementation generates $\chi^{2}(n-i)$ instead of $\chi^{2}(n-i+1)$.
Something incompatible here?

A: I don't see any incompatibility here; in fact, I think the Wikipedia article you cite provides your answer:

In fact the above definition can be extended to any real $n > p − 1$. If $n \leq p − 2$, then the Wishart no longer has a density—instead it represents a singular distribution.

Having $n<p$ doesn't mean the distribution is undefined; clearly from the definition of the Wishart distribution we can generate a sample by taking the (scaled) sample covariance matrix of $n$ i.i.d. multivariate Gaussian random variables. The result will be singular in the case of $n<p$, but that doesn't mean the distribution is undefined or that sampling from it should cause an error.
EDIT: The above assumes you're talking about integer values of $n$; otherwise you do get an error as expected:
>> wishrnd(eye(3), 1.5)
Error using wishrnd (line 50)
Degrees of freedom must be a positive integer, or a non-integer value larger than
the dimension of SIGMA minus 1.

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Delhi Court Asks Kejriwal, Sisodia and Yadav To Appear At 2 PM Today
Sana ShakilUpdated on Mar 17, 2015, 13:27 IST
A Delhi court on Tuesday took a strong view of chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's absence in connection with a defamation case and directed him to appear before it at 2pm. Court also directed deputy CM Manish Sisodia and AAP leader Yogendra Yadav to appear before it at 2pm, saying no reason was given for their absence.
Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and Yogendra Yadav had sought exemption from personal appearance on grounds of lawyers' strike in district courts. But the trial court dismissed their pleas saying they have not given "reasonable ground" for exemption. Metropolitan magistrate Mayuri Singh while rejecting the exemption pleas observed that the three leaders had no respect for laws.
The pleas for exemption were strongly opposed by complainant in the case advocate Surender Kumar Sharma. Sharma contended that the accused were making a mockery of justice by repeatedly failing to appear in court. Pointing out that the three had already taken exemption in the case on three previous occasions, Sharma said that today's strike is for lawyers and not for litigants.
After hearing arguments from both sides, the court kept the matter pending for 2pm. The court had earlier reserved its order on framing of charges for February 11 and then adjourned it for March 17 as Kejriwal, Sisodia and Yadav had sought adjournment in the matter.
All three leaders are presently out on bail. The trial court was scheduled to pronounce its order on the issue of framing of charges against them in the criminal defamation complaint.
The summons agianst the AAP leaders were issued on the complaint of advocate Surender Kumar Sharma under sections 499, 500 (defamation) and 34 (common intention) of the IPC. Sharma had alleged that in 2013 he was approached by volunteers of AAP who had asked him to contest Delhi assembly election on a party ticket saying Kejriwal was pleased with his social services.He filled up the application form to contest the polls after being told by Sisodia and Yadav that AAP's Political Affairs Committee had decided to give him the ticket. However, it was later denied to him. On October 14, 2013, the complainant claimed that articles in leading newspapers carried "defamatory, unlawful and derogatory words used by the accused persons" which have lowered his reputation in the Bar and the society.


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Ружье системы Энсона-Дилея — это бескурковое ружьё явилось первой удачной системой, воплотившей в жизнь идею внутренних курков. Система ружья была запатентована в 1875 году служащими фирмы «Вестли Ричардс» Энсоном (Anson)и Дилеем (Deely).

Конструкция
В ружьях системы Энсона-Дилея курки взводятся весом откидывающихся стволов. При открывании стволов цевье в гнездо которого входит одно из плеч взводящего рычага, опускаясь, поворачивает взводящий рычаг на оси, который другим своим плечом давит на плечо курка; курок сжимает боевую пружину и становится на боевой взвод.

Предохранитель запирает затвор автоматически, хотя в некоторых ружьях встречается и неавтоматический предохранитель. Такой предохранитель не ослабляет вырезами шейку ложи и не требует каждый раз дополнительного приема перед стрельбой.

Применение
Со временем ружья системы Энсона-Дилея стали изготовлять лучшие оружейники Великобритании — Вестли Ричардс, Скотт и др. Система с небольшими усовершенствованиями служит до наших дней.

Ссылки
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The Pursuit of Pleasure
Lionel Tiger
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Little, Brown & Company
"A real guilt-buster. A liberating book that makes it easier to enjoy life's pleasures. Virtually every page contains an insight worth remembering."
-- Alan Dershowitz, Author of Chutzpah. Professor of Law, Harvard Law School
"Lionel Tiger has had a prodigious career -- original, lively, and bold. I always learn from him. I like disagreeing with him. The Pursuit of Pleasure now restores pleasure as one of our great necessities, an irresistible message."
-- Catharine Stimpson, Past President, Modern Language Association, Founding Editor, Signs.
"Enlightening, witty -- a pleasure to read."
-- Gay Talese, Author of Thy Neighbor's Wife and The Kingdom and the Power.
"Lionel Tiger's bold approach to The Pursuit of Pleasure articulates with mastery his lifelong passion: to make universal, complicated ideas about the fundamental springs of human social order comprehensible and arresting. You'll be intrigued and entertained by this insightful scholarly work."
-- Barbaralee Diamonstein, author of The Landmarks of New York.
"Lionel Tiger's wise and fascinating book is a celebration and an investigation of pleasure. This is a remarkable work which combines scholarly authority with the sensual delights of the writer as man of the world."
-- Molly Haskell, Author of From Reverence to Rape and Love and Other Infectious Diseases: A Memoir.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR(S) / EDITOR(S) #
Lionel Tiger, the Charles Darwin Professor of Anthropology at Rutgers University, lives in New York City.
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Scouting Report: Week 5
Joe Simon
jsimon@tribtoday.com
In the words of Youngstown State football coach Bo Pelini, "The preseason is over."
The unbeaten Penguins begin Missouri Valley Football Conference play with arguably their biggest test to date: a top-25 matchup with Northern Iowa.
The 17th-ranked Penguins have been mostly dominant in their first four games, winning each by at least 20 points, but facing No. 13 UNI (2-2) on the road is a different challenge.
The Panthers have owned YSU for the better part of three decades. At one point, from 2001 to 2010, UNI won 11 straight matchups. The Penguins haven't won in Cedar Falls since 1999.
A changing of the guard could be on the forefront. YSU won decisively last year (31-10) and has wins in two of the last three matchups. The Penguins are playing inspired football, and a win on the road would make a statement in the MVFC.
YSU — Nathan Mays has played consistently well through four games. The senior's ability to escape pressure and turn a would-be sack into a positive gain has been a key part of YSU's offensive success. His accuracy (completing 61 percent of his passes) has been impressive as well. He fits in almost perfectly to the run-heavy, play-action pass approach of the Penguins.
UNI — Redshirt freshman Will McElvain's career is off to a strong start. The dual threat QB, running for 124 yards and passing for 840, seven touchdowns and just one interception. McElvain (5-11, 200) also is completing 59.8 percent of his passes and has spread the ball around to a number of receivers. He has been relied upon a lot because of a struggling run game. His ability to stay calm under pressure will likely be tested by a relentless YSU defensive line.
EDGE — Even
YSU — While Christian Turner started the first four games, it's senior Joe Alessi who seems to be taking over the lead role in the backfield. He leads YSU with 347 yards on 47 attempts (7.4 yard average). He has a nice blend of speed and power that fits well into YSU's system. Turner possesses a bit more quickness and elusiveness, while Braxton Chapman's size (6-foot-2, 220) and hard-nosed running helps wear down defenses late in games. It's as good of a running-back-by-committee as YSU has had in years.
UNI — Senior Trevor Allen (5-10, 210) is a veteran back who's off to a bit of a slow start. He's averaging just 3.6 yards per carry (194 yards on 54 carries) and has yet to score a TD. He has yet to break a run longer than 24 yards. McElvain is UNI's second-leading rusher (124), but he, too, has yet to score a TD. Seldom-used RB Nick McCabe has the Panthers' lone rushing touchdown.
EDGE — YSU
YSU — The Penguins' run game really hasn't been stopped this year, and they haven't trailed much, so they haven't had to rely on throwing the football. If that time comes, Jermiah Braswell and Samuel St. Surin will be called upon to step up. Braswell, a senior, leads YSU in receptions (11), yards (184) and TDs (2). St. Surin, a junior, is next in all three categories (8, 142, 1). Tight end Miles Joiner is the only real matchup problem at 6-4, 255 pounds an is capable of a breakout game.
UNI — The Panthers have a trio of dangerous WRs. Isaiah Weston is the big-play wide-out, leading UNI with 273 receiving yards on 15 catches (18.2) yards per catch. He presents a matchup problem at 6-4, 208, and YSU has struggled with bigger receivers this year. Another big target is Jaylin James, a 6-4, 207-pound senior who has two TDs and 177 yards on 13 grabs. Deion McShane leads UNI in catches (21) as a slot receiver.
EDGE — UNI
YSU — The line has been dominant for most of the season. YSU leads the league in rushing yards (1,185), rushing TDs (17) and sacks allowed (2). However, senior center Matt Jones is "probable," according to Pelini, after suffering an ankle injury last week. Losing its center would be a big blow for YSU as he makes all the calls at the line and has shown to be a mainstay in the middle. Regardless, the line's matchup with a stout front four of UNI will be a pivotal one.
UNI — Senior left guard Jackson Scott-Brown (6-4, 321) leads a massive line for the Panthers. An all-conference performer, Scott-Brown is one two returning starters up front. While slightly inexperienced, the line doesn't lack size — averaging 6-6 and 315 pounds. Still, the run game has been pedestrian, and McElvain has been sacked nine times.
YSU — Youngstown State's defensive line is starting to resemble the one that led the Penguins to the 2016 FCS Championship game. Justus Reed's 4.5 sacks are third best in the MVFC, and he missed almost one whole game because of a targeting call. Redshirt freshman DeMarko Craig has come out of nowhere to be one of the league's best tackles. His 22 tackles are tied for tops on the team, and his 6.5 tackles for loss lead YSU. Ma'lik Richmond adds 16 stop and four sacks. It's a deep and talented group.
UNI — End Elerson G. Smith (6-7, 245) is one of the league's best pass rushers and fuels a powerful front four. Smith is tied for the MVFC lead with five sacks. Tackle Jared Brinkman leads the line with 23 tackles and also has 2.5 sacks. Seth Thomas (6-5, 262) is a returning starter, and DT Tim Butcher has five TFLs.
YSU — The linebackers have played a bigger role the past two weeks with more run-heavy teams, but with UNI letting McElvain throw the ball around, the Penguins will likely use more packages that involve five (sometimes six) defensive backs. Regardless, when needed, LBs Ray Anderson, Terray Bryant and Cash Mitchell have performed well.
UNI — Middle linebacker Spencer Cuvelier leads Northern Iowa and is tied for second in the MVFC with 43 tackles. The Panthers lost all of their starting LBs from 2018, but they've remained solid against the run, allowing just 105 yards per game. The 'backers will be tested early and often against a YSU team that is averaging more than 40 rushing attempts per game.
YSU — The defensive backs had one of their best games against Robert Morris. Granted, RMU was not a very talented team, but it was a step in the right direction nonetheless. YSU's seven interceptions are tied for tops in the conference. Free safety Kyle Hegedus is tied for the team lead with 22 tackles. Strong safety Zaire Jones leads with two interceptions. The corners have been inconsistent at times, but they're improving and have shown the talent to compete at a high level. Most of their miscues have been mental, not physical.
UNI — UNI has a talented secondary led by junior corner Xavior Williams. The All-American has eight pass break-ups already this year. Fellow corner Omar Brown, a highly touted true freshman, leads the Panthers with two interceptions. Safety Christian Jegen, a senior, is a returning starter who's third on UNI with 33 stops. Northern Iowa has allowed just four passing TDs.
YSU — The improved play of the special teams last week was a great sign. It was by far the worst phase of the game for YSU through three games. Punter Nick DeSalvo finally had a good game, averaging 45 yards per boot (15 yards above his average), with a long of 58. Colt McFadden has been solid as a place kicker, and punt returner Jacob Coates had the game of his life with 133 return yards, including a 63-yard TD.
UNI — True freshman Matthew Cook is off to a perfect start, going 9-for-9 on field goals with a long of 50 yards. Playing in the UNI-Dome should be beneficial to all the kickers. UNI punter Zac Kibby is second-to-last in the MVFC with a 39-yard average.
This is definitely YSU's toughest test to date. UNI is traditionally big and physical, and while their offense is more finesse than usual, the defense is one of the league's best.
The same can be said about YSU's 'D,' so this should be a throwback game where yards are hard to come by. Both defensive lines are impressive, so the battle in the trenches will be vital. On paper, the matchup seems to favor YSU, but the Penguins have struggled mightily to win in Cedar Falls.
Still, YSU's power run game and ability to rush the passer without blitzing are definite advantages. Whether they can run the ball consistently against one the best defense they've seen could be the decisive factor in what looks to be a great matchup.
YSU, 24-20.


There is so much to see and do in the city of Edmonton during the summer. Whether you like to spend your days outdoors taking in nature or you enjoy learning about the local culture at museums, there is something for everyone in Edmonton, and you will love living in the city. There is actually so much to do that it can be hard to decide where to start. Check out just a few of the attractions that you can visit when you are in Edmonton this summer.
Do you want to take a walk back in time? Then this is a great place to do it. At Fort Edmonton Park, you can experience what Edmonton was like back in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Costumed employees patrol the grounds and make the park look and feel like it did more than 100 years ago. And while you're there, you can take a ride on a steam train, sit back and enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride, or just relax and hang out. You could spend an entire weekend in this one park alone and not get to see and experience everything, so you'll definitely want to plan at least a few trips to the park this summer.
There are all kinds of really interesting old forms of transportation that you can ride in when you're in Edmonton. We just mentioned the steam train in Fort Edmonton Park, but that's far from the only thing you'll want to ride when you're in town. This historic street car will provide you with a unique view of Edmonton and give you a taste of some of the city's history.
Life was much different in Edmonton back in the 1930s during the Great Depression era than it is today. You can get a feel for what it was like—while enjoying delicious pies and soups, no less—at this historic site. You can take a tour of the historic buildings in the area, take a look at some cool artifacts, and learn a little bit more about the history of this part of the world in the process.
The only thing better than visiting Edmonton in the summer is living in Edmonton all year round. Alexis Homes Info can help you find a home or condo in the city and tell you more about the local real estate market. We have more than 13 years of experience in the area and know the ins and outs of it. Call us at 780-483-4848 today to start looking for the home of your dreams.


No, he's allowed to meet with Russians. That's fine. It's all the lying about it from the Trump admin that raised questions.
Comes Thursday when Mueller report finally comes out will put to death this greatest hoax ever perpetrated/pulled on American people.
The Mueller report is not coming out tomorrow. A version of the report edited by Trump's hand-picked Attorney General is going to be released. As alway with Trump supporters, facts are just an inconvenience to be brushed aside on the way to pre-ordained conclusions.
MAGA: Make America Gullible Again!
Doesn't sound like the post of someone attempting to participate in a political discussion forum in good faith.
In other words, you are making it personal and using an insult to dodge answering the question. That's not good faith posting.
My understanding is that the redacted Mueller report that will be released tomorrow may run to up to 400 pages. How long does it take to thoughtfully read 400 pages? Depends on the author, of course, as well as the reader.
But would it make sense to assume an average pace of 50 pages an hour and declare a moratorium on announcing conclusions for a span of at least eight hours so people asserting conclusions actually know what they are talking about?
Anything faster suggests that the poster's mind was made up in advance of the data.
Trump never told the Russians to hack into Queens emails. Stop listening to fake media.


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FX Trader Magazine | Monetary Policies | Is that Buzzing Sound Helicopter Money?
A report out earlier suggests that the Japanese government is considering distributing "gift certificates" to low-income young people as part of a supplemental budget for the fiscal year starting next month. A direct cash disbursement, as I have suggested from a fraction of Japan's $1 trillion of reserves, could be saved, but the idea is that "gift certificates" would not be saved but used to consume.
Japan and other countries have tried vouchers, but the outcome was not particularly successful. Perhaps this is because consumers do not increase their purchases but simply use the vouchers for what they would have bought in any event. Also, consider all those gift cards that are purchased but never redeemed. That speaks to leakages. Nevertheless, the concept is not all that different from what Fisher had suggested, cash that would expire. Use it or lose it.
Although the sovereign has a general monopoly on the coin of the realm, there are numerous exceptions. The Bitcoin may come to mind, but there is a better example since it seems mostly a novelty and of limited use. Some local governments have introduced scrip. In 2009, the largest US state, California issued an estimated $1 bln of IOUs. They differed from the kind that local governments issued during the Great Depression in that they were issued to a specific entity (supplier) and was not intended to enter general circulation.
There are two current examples that are worth noting. First, Brixton (south London area) has introduced the Brixton Pound. Reports suggest GBP150k are in circulation. The Brixton pound is fully backed by sterling holdings at the issuing credit union. It is estimated that around a dozen local currencies operate in the UK. The BOE has reviewed the local currencies and concluded that due to their size, they do not represent a risk to monetary or financial stability.
Ithaca, New York has introduced Ithacash. It too is meant to support the local economy. Reports suggest Ithaca will shortly issue physical currency notes.
One of the points that the local money illustrates is what would happen if, as some fear, the governments move toward a cashless economy. We do not think this likely or even possible in the horizon of most investors. Nevertheless, local communities can be counted on to innovate as necessary, meaning if there is no official money, people will invent something to fill the need. Isn't that what soldiers did in Germany during the occupation period at the end of WWII? They did not use gold, which so many continue to argue is the ultimate money, but cigarettes.
Helicopter money has become a catch-all phrase to capture more aggressive and direct printing of money to spur economic activity and inflation. It is a subtle admission that monetary policy has not been exhausted. It also reflects a realization (and anxiety) over blurring monetary and fiscal policy.


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Abstract Phoenix
Phoenix Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Pendant Bracelet, 'Abstract Phoenix'
5.0 (artist rating)
Hand-carved from a circular piece of coconut shell, the abstract image of a phoenix, symbolizing resurrection and healing, decorates the pendant of this bracelet from Guatemala. Artisans Fernando and David fill the cutaway section with lava stone and resin for a beautiful contrast. The pendant centers an adjustable wristband of nylon cord.
Made in Guatemala
Coconut shell, lava stone, resin, nylon cord
Avoid contact with water
Sliding knot
Premium Jewelry Gift Box? No
Bracelet: 12.7 cm min L - x 22.86 cm max L x 1.5 cm W
Bracelet: 5" min L - x 9" max L x 0.6" W
Pendant(s): 0.4 cm H x 2.8 cm Diam.
Pendant(s): 0.2" H x 1.1" Diam.
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Artfully crafted by Fernando and David from Central America.
Fernando and David
"To us, movement is about making the choices to improve the life of others."
Son of Guatemalan parents, David grew up in Los Angeles, while Fernando grew up in Guatemala. Both born in the 1970's, they are each the children of artisans who specialized in different fields, and so they were brought up with a love and passion for design and artistic creativity. Eventually Fernando moved to Los Angeles, where he met David and they became partners in art, and in life.
"We were both seeking for meaning in our lives, something deeper. We realized we needed to abandon the comforts of life in the U.S. and return to Guatemala in search of purpose in our work," they confide.
On May 27 2010, the Pacaya Volcano emitted a powerful eruption, expelling debris and columns of ash up to 1500m high. Nearby villages were showered with ash and sand, including Guatemala City. On the morning of May 28th people awoke to thick coatings of ash on rooftops, streets and cars. The situation worsened with the arrival of tropical storm Agatha, which caused floods and landslides. Many families were left without a home.
Seeing the devastation around them, Fernando and David sought for a way to turn it into a constructive opportunity by looking for a way to help homeless families by generating resources.
"After Pacaya's last eruption we were sitting in front of a church and we were illuminated by the Lord with the idea of creating jewelry with the lava," recalls Fernando. "We started with the basics, we researched all the different techniques we could try out, as well as the materials that would combine with the lava."
"We work with volcano ash and coconut shell, which are materials that are relatively easy to obtain. We can get the coconuts from several places, like markets or at the beach, since they are sustainable," David explains.
Fernando and David have set up a workshop where they work alongside a group of artisans. They are involved in every step of the process, from designing to finding places to sell their products. They are committed to donating 15% of their earnings to a volunteer group that builds houses for those left homeless in the country's rural areas.
Their dream is to see their workshop grow so they may offer work to more people in the community.
"I would like to have a workshop where we can craft more items, diversify my potential and so be in a position to create more job opportunities for the elderly," confides David.
"My dream is to become a better person. I hope to grow as a person and as an artist by improving my designs. I want to create more beautiful things and with them touch other people's lives," confides Fernando.
This item was handmade in Central America. A girl in Guatemala, where UNICEF fights to prevent malnutrition among rural indigenous children.


What is the Small Business Clearing House & How Can You Benefit From it?
As a small-medium enterprise owner, you may be eligible to use the small business clearing house, so it's certainly something you'll want to know all about. Today, we're going to discuss what the ATO super clearing house is, as well as how it can help your SME.
Firstly, What is the SBSCH?
The small business clearing house (also known as the SBSCH) is a free service provided by the ATO which lets businesses with 19 or fewer employees, or an annual aggregated turnover of less than $10 million, utilise.
The service lets your business make Super Guarantee (SG) contributions as a single electronic payment to the SBSCH. The Small Business Clearing House then distributes the payments to each of your employee's super funds.
How Can You Benefit From the Small Business Clearing House?
Not only can you make all your super contributions in one easy (and secure) transaction, but the small business clearing house also lets you nominate a regular contribution amount for an employee. Small business owners only need to input employees' details once and they are securely stored for future transactions.
Additionally, you can nominate someone other than the business owner to use the SBSCH on your behalf (such as a bookkeeper or payroll officer). Business owners can even use a credit card to make their Super Guarantee contributions, but keep in mind that you may be charged a fee by your financial institution.
The Small Business Clearing House is a free service (excluding those fees mentioned previously), saving small business owners not just money, but also time and effort in paying super contributions for employees.
How Can You Access the Small Business Clearing House?
To sign up for the small business clearing house, visit the ATO website. You'll just need your Australian Business Number (ABN) or Withholding Payer Number (WPN), email address, and employees' details. You'll then be prompted to provide your business's and employees' details.
Payments made through the SBSCH usually only take a few minutes and the service is available to use 24/7.
For more information, check out the ATO's guide to using the Small Business Clearing House.
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July 28 through to August 5, 2001.
it's part of the Timex Summer Race schedule.
marching bands and floats of every kind.
Pile O'Bones Sunday features free entertainment on both sides of Wascana Lake including four free stages, kids activities, food, the Official Opening of the summer fair, and incredible fireworks at 10 p.m.
The Scarth Street Corral is open Monday to Friday, featuring noon hour fun, food and entertainment. Each day, a different charity receives the proceeds from the luncheon. On Friday the store and costume winners of the "Put-Up & Put-On" Contest are announced.
The High School Band Wars- with many of the very best high school bands from across southern Saskatchewan competing.
featuring bands like "Wide Mouth Mason" and "Treble Charger".
SaskTel Stage features tribute artists covering for Elvis, Rod Stewart, Shania Twain and Roy Orbison.
. Ride all day on either the advance sale Day Tripper and Mega Pass or get a Magic Pass on site to ride all day and night.
Buffalo Days - The Provincial Exhibition.


FontShop | Letternews: Put your hands together for the new: FF69!
Letternews: Put your hands together for the new: FF69!
It's been a busy and productive winter at FontFont. Now with the daylight hours restored and the trees in bloom, we emerge from behind our sketch pads and computers with the first fruits of the season, a new versatile branding typeface from Aad van Dommelen called simply FF Aad™, the new casual connected script family FF Eggo™, and extensions to the popular FF Mark®, FF Yoga®, and FF Yoga Sans font families.
Aad and Eggo are trademarks of Monotype GmbH and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. FontShop, FontFont, FF, Mark, Yoga, Yoga Sans, Clan, Good and More are trademarks of Monotype GmbH registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.


A popular choice for cuticle trimmers! This cuticle trimmer is precision-made, stainless steel cobalt produces longer-lasting sharp edges. Patented convertible spring can be used as double spring or single spring. Lapjoint.
Note: Stainless steel implements can be safely disinfected without rusting. Check your state requirements and follow manufacturers' directions for your chose method of disinfections.


Over the years with the health craze, donuts have been falling out of favor with consumers. Dunkin Donuts realized they needed to evolve and reposition their brand. Dunkin Donuts engaged Alexander Babbage to test new breakfast products they were launching. They wanted to be a breakfast destination, not just a donut location; but with Donuts in their name it was a challenge to break outside their box.
Product and advertising/logo testing took place in multiple markets. Alexander Babbage was able to show Dunkin Donuts which consumer the advertising resonated with, which ads supported the new focus, which sandwiches were popular and which ones the consumers did not like.
Dunkin Donuts launched their new logo, ad campaign and breakfast sandwiches with huge success. The new tagline "America Runs on Dunkin" as well as the "DD" logo de-emphasize the donuts and position the brand from a limited scope to a broader scope.


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Size: Hangers: about 32mm long, 25mm wide, 18mm thick, hole: 5mm, inner size: 16x28mm; Pendants: about 24mm wide, 48mm long, 5mm thick, hole: 3mm.
Just match with jump rings, the pendant will be finished, then you can use the pendant to decorate your jewelry or scarfs.