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This provocative work provides a radical reassessment of the emergence and nature of Christian sexual morality, the dominant moral paradigm in Western society since late antiquity. While many scholars, including Michel Foucault, have found the basis of early Christian sexual restrictions in Greek ethics and political philosophy, Kathy L. Gaca demonstrates on compelling new grounds that it is misguided to regard Greek ethics and political theory—with their proposed reforms of eroticism, the family, and civic order—as the foundation of Christian sexual austerity. Rather, in this thoroughly informed and wide-ranging study, Gaca shows that early Christian goals to eradicate fornication were derived from the sexual rules and poetic norms of the Septuagint, or Greek Bible, and that early Christian writers adapted these rules and norms in ways that reveal fascinating insights into the distinctive and largely non-philosophical character of Christian sexual morality.
Writing with an authoritative command of both Greek philosophy and early Christian writings, Gaca investigates Plato, the Stoics, the Pythagoreans, Philo of Alexandria, the apostle Paul, and the patristic Christians Clement of Alexandria, Tatian, and Epiphanes, freshly elucidating their ideas on sexual reform with precision, depth, and originality. Early Christian writers, she demonstrates, transformed all that they borrowed from Greek ethics and political philosophy to launch innovative programs against fornication that were inimical to Greek cultural mores, popular and philosophical alike. The Septuagint's mandate to worship the Lord alone among all gods led to a Christian program to revolutionize Gentile sexual practices, only for early Christians to find this virtually impossible to carry out without going to extremes of sexual renunciation.
Knowledgeable and wide-ranging, this work of intellectual history and ethics cogently demonstrates why early Christian sexual restrictions took such repressive ascetic forms, and casts sobering light on what Christian sexual morality has meant for religious pluralism in Western culture, especially among women as its bearers.
Kathy L. Gaca is Associate Professor of Classical Studies at Vanderbilt University.


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Q: How to predict two values ahead of a time series using Encog? How to predict two values ahead of a time series using Encog?
To predict two values ahead with NN (Encog). is correct create outpute layer with 2 neurons?
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network.addLayer(new BasicLayer(null, true, 12));
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Q: How to create communication between two android phones, such that actions made on one device is replicated on another device Example:
Phone A(Master), Phone B(Slave)
Both phones has same app (ex: skype). If I launch the skype app in Phone A, it should automatically launch in Phone B. Whatever actions that I make on skype app in Phone A should be automatically made on Phone B.
Is there any solution to solve this?
Thanks in advance for the help
I tried to establish connection between two devices using adb, fastboot. Found out that will not produce the result I expect.


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Application of Policy
Project 6 has a range of policies which may apply to different categories of people.
An employee is any person under a current contract of employment with Project 6 including temporary, sessional and fixed term contracts.
An agency worker is any person supplied to work with Project 6 through an employment agency.
A secondee is any person working with Project 6 under a formal secondment agreement between Project 6 and another organisation.
A trainee is any person working with Project 6 on the basis of a formal agreement between Project 6 and his/her university, college or other course provider.
A volunteer is any person working with Project 6 under Project 6's Volunteers' Policy.
A partnership worker is any person working with Project 6 on the basis of a formal partnership agreement between Project 6 and another organisation.
In addition to Project 6 employees, these 'Whistleblowing Policy and Procedures' apply to all the categories given above, as well as the Board of Trustees. Except where the context otherwise requires, references in this policy to an employee should be read as referring also to the other categories to whom the policy applies.
The application of this policy to any of the categories above who are not employees of Project 6 does not in any way confer on them employee status.
This policy has been written in the context of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1996.
Whistleblowing is an informal expression for raising concerns about malpractice within an organisation. It is in effect an early warning system.
The Public Interest Disclosure legislation offers protection to employees who 'blow the whistle' on malpractices within their organisation. This policy and procedure explains how Project 6 will enable employees to raise concerns and protect them when they do so. The policy also applies to Project 6 Trustees (who are not protected by the legislation).
This policy sits alongside other Project 6 policies such as the Procedures on Complaints (Working with Service Users Handbook), Disciplinary and Grievance; Equality and Diversity (Working for Project 6 Handbook) which deal with a variety of problems and set out
processes for dealing with them. This is a brief summary of the distinctions between them:
Complaints – when a member of the public has a complaint about the failure to provide a service, a poor standard of service, inappropriate action or behaviour.
Disciplinary – covers any action or behaviour by the employee which can on reasonable consideration be regarded as falling below the standard which the employer has the right to expect (in many cases directly related to the employee's work but this is not an exclusive test).
Code of Conduct – outlines expected values/behaviour of staff and volunteers. Concerns are raised with Manager through Support and Supervision.
Equality and Diversity - discrimination on the grounds of protected characteristics.
Grievance – arises when an employee is aggrieved on any matter relating to his/her employment.
Whistleblowing is an informal expression for raising concerns about malpractice within an organisation.
Designated Officers
When whistleblowing concerns are raised by employees:
Lynn Lawson, Director of Development and Communications Lynn.lawson@project6.org.uk
When whistleblowing concerns are raised by users of Project 6:
Michael Ng, Director of Operations Michael.ng@sheffieldass.org.uk
All of us at one time or another have concerns about what is happening at work. Usually these concerns are easily resolved by talking to management or other colleagues. However, when they are about malpractice it can be difficult to know what to do or who best to speak to.
Employees are often the first to realise that there may be something seriously wrong but they may not express their concerns because they feel that speaking up would be disloyal or they may fear harassment or victimisation. In these circumstances it may be easier to ignore the concern rather than report what may just be a suspicion of malpractice.
Individuals may be worried about raising such issues or may want to keep the concerns to themselves, perhaps feeling it is none of their business or that it is only a suspicion. They may decide to say something but find that they have spoken to the wrong person or raised the issue in the wrong way and are not sure what to do next.
Project 6 is committed to the highest possible standards of openness, probity and accountability. In line with that commitment it expects employees and Trustees, who have serious concerns about malpractice to come forward and voice those concerns. It is recognised that most cases will have to proceed on a confidential basis.
Project 6 has introduced this procedure to enable individuals to raise their concerns at an early stage and in the right way. It would prefer that they raise the matter when it is just a concern rather than wait for proof. This document makes it clear that they can do so without fear of victimisation or harassment.
If something is troubling employees, which they think the organisation should know about or look into, this procedure should be used. If, however, employees are aggrieved about their personal position, they should use the Grievance Procedure (Working for Project 6 Handbook). This Whistleblowing Procedure is primarily for situations where the concerns are about the interests of others or of the organisation itself.
Policy Aim
The aim of this policy is to implement Project 6's obligations under the Public Interest Disclosure legislation by providing an effective system for employees and Trustees to raise concerns about malpractice within Project 6.
Project 6 actively wants and expects employees and Trustees to raise concerns about malpractice; and will not tolerate the victimisation of anyone who uses the whistleblower procedure.
Project 6, its Chief Executive and Board of Trustees are committed to this policy. Employees who raise a genuine concern under this policy will not be at risk of losing their job or suffering any form of retribution as a result. Provided they are acting in good faith, it does not matter if they are mistaken. Of course, this assurance is not xtended to someone who maliciously raises a matter they know is untrue (see Disciplinary Offences).
Project 6 will not tolerate the harassment or victimisation of anyone raising a genuine concern. However, it is recognised that individuals may nonetheless want to raise a concern in confidence under this policy. If anyone asks for their identity to be kept confidential, it will not be disclosed without consent unless Project 6 is specifically required to do so, for example by a court or tribunal. If in other circumstances the concern cannot be resolved without revealing the person's identity, the designated officer will discuss with them whether and how to proceed.
Anonymous Allegations
Concerns expressed anonymously are much less powerful but will be considered, taking into account factors such as:
The seriousness of the issues raised.
The credibility of the concern.
The likelihood of confirming the allegation from attributable sources.
If individuals do not identify themselves, it will be much more difficult to look into the matter or to protect their position or to give them feedback. Accordingly, while anonymous reports will be considered, this policy is geared towards situations where individuals identify themselves.
Who can use the policy
All employees, the categories set out in 'The Application of this Policy' and the Board of Trustees are entitled to use this policy and procedure.
What is covered by the policy
This policy and procedure will apply in cases where individuals genuinely and in good faith believe that one of the following sets of circumstances is occurring, has occurred or may occur within the organisation whether at employee or Governance level:
A criminal offence.
A failure to comply with any legal obligation.
A miscarriage of justice.
Health and safety risks, including risks to the public as well as other employees.
Damage to the environment.
Damaging breaches and abuses of Project 6's own Code of Conduct.
Information tending to show any matter falling within any one of the preceding paragraphs has been, is being or is likely to be deliberately concealed.
However, employees will not be protected from the consequences of making such a disclosure if, by doing so, they commit a criminal offence.
Disciplinary offences
If any disclosure by an employee is made in bad faith (for instance in order to cause disruption within Project 6), or concerns information which the employee does not substantially believe is true, or indeed if the disclosure is made for personal gain, then such a disclosure will constitute a disciplinary offence and may constitute gross misconduct for which summary dismissal may be the sanction.
Project 6's Disciplinary Procedure includes the following offences related to this policy:
Deterring anyone from using the Whistleblowing Procedure.
Bullying, isolating or otherwise victimising anyone who uses the whistleblowing policy in good faith.
Maliciously raising false concerns.
Concealing or destroying information about malpractice.
How the matter will be handled
Once a concern has been notified, the designated officer will look into it to assess initially what action should be taken. This may involve an internal inquiry or a more formal investigation. The designated officer will explain who is handling the matter, how to contact them and whether further assistance may be needed. If the individual requests, the designated officer will summarise the concern in writing and set out how it is proposed to handle it.
An employee who raises a concern may be asked to suggest how the matter might best be resolved. If the employee has any personal interest in the matter, this should be stated at the outset. If the concern falls more properly within the Grievance Procedure the employee will be informed of this.
While the purpose of this policy is to enable the organisation to investigate possible malpractice and take appropriate steps to deal with it, as much feedback as can properly be given will be passed on to the individual who raises a concern. If requested, SASS's response will be confirmed in writing. Please note, however, that it may not be possible to give the precise action taken where this would infringe a duty of confidence owed to someone else.
How to raise a concern internally
If employees have a concern about malpractice, it is hoped that they will feel able to raise it first with the designated officer, orally or in writing. If the matter concerns the designated officer, it should be raised with the CEO or the Chairperson orally or in writing.
The Designated Officer or the Chief Executive may refer to Project 6's Chairperson any matter which they are unable to resolve satisfactorily.
It does not restrict either the right of employees to raise concerns externally under the legislation.
Individuals are encouraged to raise their concerns in writing, setting out the background and history of their concerns (giving Project 6 dates and places where possible) and indicating the reasons for their concerns. Employees may invite a trade union representative or friend to be present during any meetings or interviews about the concerns they have raised.
If this procedure has been followed and the individual still has concerns or feels that the matter is so serious that it cannot be discussed with any of the above, it may be raised directly:
Anyone who is unsure whether to use this procedure or who wants independent advice at any stage, may contact:
If applicable, their union, or
The independent charity Public Concern at Work on 020 74046609 or visit http://www.pcaw.org.uk/ . Their lawyers can give free confidential advice at any stage about how to raise a concern about serious malpractice at work.
How to raise a concern externally
While Project 6 intends this policy to give individuals the reassurance needed to raise such matters internally, it recognises that there may be circumstances where they can properly report matters to outside bodies, such as regulators or the police.
Guidance on the role of the Charity Commission: http://www.charity-commission.gov.uk/supportingcharities/ogs/g079a001.asp#a4
The health and Safety Executive protects people against health and safety risks at work: http://www.hse.gov.uk/contact/contact.htm
Public Concern at Work (see above for contact details) or, if applicable, a union, will be able to advise on such an option and on the circumstances in which an outside body may be contacted safely.
If the individual reasonably believes that the matter relates wholly or mainly to the conduct of a person or body other than Project 6 or to any other matter for which a person or body other than Project 6 has legal responsibility, the disclosure should be made to that other person.
Such a disclosure may also be made to a legal adviser in the course of obtaining legal advice.
Financial Impropriety
If a concern is raised which appears to threaten the financial propriety of Project 6, (e.g. the Treasurer) Vicki Beere, CEO, must be informed by the designated officer.
If a concern is raised which appears to affect the financial propriety of the Chief Executive, the designated officer must inform Project 6 Chair or a member of the board of trustees.
If employees are dissatisfied
An individual who is unhappy with Project 6's response may go to the other levels and bodies mentioned in this policy. While Project 6 cannot guarantee to respond to all matters in the way that individuals might wish, it will try to handle the matter fairly and properly. By using this policy everyone will help to achieve this.

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Apprenticeships on offer at Ely pool
Published: 4:14 PM May 23, 2013 Updated: 11:27 AM November 1, 2020
Paradise Pool Ely - Credit: Archant
THE company which manages Ely's Paradise Pool is inviting applications from for one of its 12-month apprenticeships.
Starting in June, the one-year apprenticeship with Everyone Active offers lifeguarding and swim instruction and apprentices can earn while they learn with a wage of £2.65 per hour.
Everyone Active works in partnership with leading training company Lifetime and the Institute of Swimming to deliver the training.
Over the last four years, more than 1,000 Everyone Active employees have started an apprenticeship while working in leisure centres managed by the nationwide operator.
On successful completion of their apprenticeship, where an opportunity exists in the centre, apprentices can move into a full-time job and have the opportunity to progress to an advanced apprenticeship programme.
Everyone Active operates more than 80 centres across England and currently has apprenticeships available at 57 of them, including Paradise Pool. Harvey Gosling, group training manager at Everyone Active, said: "Not all 16-year-old school leavers want to join a college or sixth form to study A-Levels and the hefty cost of university places is making many 18-year-olds think twice about going.
"Our apprenticeships are a genuine opportunity people who are interested in working in the fitness and leisure industry. Not only do they receive comprehensive training and a modest income, they have excellent career prospects at the end of their apprenticeship with us."
To apply for an apprenticeship, visit www.everyoneactive.com/apprenticeships or call 0117 314 3058.


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La position de Saavedra est une étude d'échecs qui illustre le thème de la sous-promotion. Elle est nommée en mémoire du prêtre espagnol Fernando Saavedra (1849-1922), qui a trouvé en 1895 le gain dans une position qui était jusqu'alors considérée comme nulle.

Le diagramme de droite montre la position, telle qu'on la donne habituellement. Les blancs jouent et gagnent.

Solution : 1.c7 Td6+ 2.Rb5

(2.Rc5? Td1 et 3…Tc1!)

2…Td5+ 3.Rb4 Td4+ 4.Rb3 Td3+ 5.Rc2

La tour noire n'a plus d'échec et ne peut pas empêcher le pion de se promouvoir. Cependant, les noirs ont encore une ressource.

5… Td4!

(diagramme)

Ce coup empêche bel et bien la promotion en dame, car si les blancs jouent 6.c8D?, les noirs répondent 6…Tc4+! 7.Dxc4 pat, et la partie est nulle.

Mais les règles du jeu d'échecs n'obligent pas à choisir une dame lors de la promotion.

6.c8T!

Grâce à cette sous-promotion, les blancs menacent 7.Ta8#.

6…Ta4 (après 6…Tc4+ les blancs gagnent par 7.Txc4 Ra2 8.Ta4#)

7.Rb3, et les noirs perdent la tour ou se font mater par Tc1.

Références

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Étude d'échecs
Finale d'échecs

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I want to speak to my son's class teacher about some potential low level bullying that has just started. DS has spoken up quickly, at this point he's not upset (although the says he's a bit anxious about it). The boy is saying DS has girls hair - DS says that this boy has previously done this to another child who has now left the school - I don't know if the 2 things are related.
My issue is that I kind of know the boys mum - they boys play on the same sports team. I think she would be pretty aghast if she knew her DS was doing this to my DS (but I don't know that 100%). I can't quite articulate why I don't want to approach her and that I want to go straight to the teacher, and I don't know what to say if she does approach me (and she might not).
I don't know when name calling becomes bullying and when DS may need to learn to brush off some of it just because he doesn't find it funny.
Yes this is tricky isn't it. I suppose it depends how well you know the other Mum. I think I would be inclined to have a gentle word with Mum in a very non aggressive way. Something along the lines of 'I hear the boys have been squabbling abut recently.' If she is a decent Mum she will ask the relevant questions. Maybe casually mention you know kids fall out, but you would hate things to escalate.
Then if things do get worse/escalate you will be guilt free that you tried to do the right thing to start with and you can then approach the teacher. You will also be able to advise the school that you have tried to speak to Mum already which should go in your favour.
My suggestion would be to speak with the school as they might be able to sort it without involving the parents at all. Once parents get involved it is a bit of a minefield. If they want to get cross and defensive about it then this will probably happen no matter how and who raises the behaviour with them. Sorry, not much help I know - my views are slightly tainted by my personal experience (parents turned nasty with us, dd and school when the behaviour of their child was raised with them).
Just do it through school - involving the other parents is a total no-no.
Totally agree. Speak to the school only. Most parents get very defensive when their own children are involved. It is unlikely to resolve much and could make matters significantly worse.
School. Go to the school. Parents, even friends, don't always act rationally when their child's behaviour is called into question.


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Christmas gift ideas for your Zeppelin fanatic
I didn't run out of ideas when doing my "Christmas gift ideas" posts, but I've had other things going on. I appreciate all who have clicked on the links so far, as I get a tiny kickback from Amazon and can put it toward things that I really shouldn't be spending actual money on…but "gift card" money, that's a whole different ballgame. Even if you don't buy the products I post, if you click one of my links before browsing and making your purchase I get a little credit.
Perhaps the biggest hard rock band of all time is Led Zeppelin, and not without reason. Not only is "Stairway to Heaven" a masterpiece, but nearly every song on the first four or five albums is perfectly put together (even if they were not all written by the band). For these lists, I've made three sections. First we have other projects of the members of Led Zeppelin. Second we have artists that sound like they were inspired by Plant, Page, Jones, and Bonham. And in many cases, they were. Finally, tribute albums to one of the greatest classic hard rock bands in history.
Zeppelin members' other projects
Lead singer Robert Plant has released numerous solo albums; the most recent is 2017's Carry Fire. He also collaborated with Zep-mate Jimmy Page and classic rock guitarist Jeff Beck in 1984 on The Honeydrippers, Volume One. In 1994, he joined Jimmy Page for an MTV special and released No Quarter, followed by Walking Into Clarksdale in 1998. In 2007, Plant teamed up with bluegrass singer Alison Krauss for Raising Sand.
Guitarist Jimmy Page's post-Zeppelin output is not as straightforward as Plant's. He started by recording the soundtrack for Death Wish II, but that one is going to cost you a pretty penny as it is no longer in print. His only non-soundtrack solo album, Outrider, did not perform well. One other soundtrack was recorded for Kenneth Anger's Lucifer Rising, but is not currently available unless you want to drop nearly $400 on the vinyl. In 1985, Page contributed to Roy Harper's Whatever Happened to Jugula? 1985 also saw the self-titled debut of The Firm, a supergroup featuring Page, Bad Company/Free vocalist Paul Rodgers, bass extraordinaire Tony Franklin, and then-future-AC/DC drummer Chris Slade. A follow-up record was release by The Firm in 1986, Mean Business. In 1999, the guitarist joined the Black Crowes for two shows; most of those recordings were released in 2000 under the title Live At the Greek, but singer Chris Robinson was not enthused about the performance.
Bassist John Paul Jones wrote the soundtrack for the movie Scream For Help, which also includes contributions from Page and Yes vocalist Jon Anderson. In 1994 he appeared on the album The Sporting Life with Diamanda Galas. Jones has also released two solo albums, Zooma (1999) and The Thunderthief. In 2009, Jones joined a supergroup with Josh Homme and Dave Grohl; unfortunately only one album has been released, the self-titled Them Crooked Vultures. Lastly, Jones contributed to two records released by the band Seasick Steve, You Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks and Hubcap Music.
Artists that sound an awful lot like Led Zeppelin
Greta Van Fleet is the band getting a lot of attention right now, as they should. They have taken the rock world by storm and don't appear to be slowing down. From the Fires was released last November, and Anthem of the Peaceful Army had an October release this year. Watch this band closely as their star is still on the rise.
Rival Sons have been around for several years, but is just now starting to gain some traction in the mainstream. You may have heard "Do Your Worst" from the soon-to-be-released Feral Roots on the radio, but the title track from 2011's Pressure and Time really exhibits the Zeppelin connection.
Wolfmother's debut over a decade ago exploded on the scene, but then the band imploded. Three more albums have been released since the debut, but none have sold as well.
Zebra gigged for years playing Zeppelin songs before releasing their self-titled debut in 1983, and while there are some enduring classics on the record, it is not a cover-to-cover masterpiece like most of Zep's catalog.
Kingdom Come is often cited as a hair metal version of Led Zeppelin, and Lenny Wolf's vocals were certainly reminiscent of Robert Plant. The songwriting isn't going to land them in the Rock Hall, but Kingdom Come has proven to be popular enough to release thirteen albums since 1988.
Whitesnake may be the most all-around Zeppelin sound-alike. David Coverdale's vocals are spot-on. Whoever is playing guitar, be it John Sykes or Steve Vai or Doug Aldrich, does a great job laying down some Jimmy Page-like riffs.
Coverdale/Page may have been a slap in Robert Plant's face for refusing to do a Zeppelin reunion in the early '90s. Guitarist Jimmy Page recruited David Coverdale, one of the most Robert Plant-ish singers around, to record an album of new tracks. The band probably would have lasted more than just one album had Page been able to convince John Paul Jones or Jason Bonham to participate.
Speaking of Jason Bonham, he had a band in the late '80s and early '90s called Bonham featuring a Robert Plant clone, Daniel MacMaster, on vocals. Their most popular (and most Zeppelinish) song was "Wait For You" from 1989's The Disregard of Timekeeping.
In the Name of My Father: The Zepset (Live from Electric Ladyland) by the Jason Bonham Band
Un-Led-Ed, 5,000,000*, It's Not Unusual and other releases by Dread Zeppelin
Great Zeppelin: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin by Great White
Encomium: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin featuring performances by 4 Non Blondes, Hootie and the Blowfish, Sheryl Crow, Stone Temple Pilots, Big Head Todd And The Monsters, Duran Duran, Blind Melon, Cracker, Helmet With David Yow, Rollins Band, Never The Bride, and Robert Plant & Tori Amos
No Quarter: An All-Star Tribute to Led Zeppelin featuring Dweezil Zappa, Walter Trout, Pat Travers, Rick Derringer and members of Thin Lizzy, Motorhead, Rainbow, Deep Purple, Great White, Wet Willie, Nazareth, Toto, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Warrant, and Foreigner
World's Greatest Metal Tribute to Led Zeppelin featuring members of Iron Maiden, Candlebox, Slaughter, Cinderella, L.A. Guns, Quiet Riot, Faster Pussyct, Warrant, Bang Tango, Mötley Crüe, Love/Hate, BulletBoys, Hurricane, Kix, and Great White
A Tribute To Led Zeppelin: Livin, Lovin, Played featuring acoustic renditions by female singers Nikki Boyer, Patricia Maertens, Aya Peard, Leslie King, Katherine Ramirez, Terra Gold, Melissa Quade, Kirsten Laiken, Kimberly Bosso, Lisa Ferguson, Tracy McMillan, and Mor Koren
Songs of Led Zeppelin All Blues'd Up (This Ain't No Tribute Series) featuring Eric Gales, Matt Tutor, Derek Trucks, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Otis Rush, Magic Slim, Billy Branch, James Cotton, Chris Thomas King, Clarence Gatemouth Brown, Joe Louis Walker, Otis Clay, Carl Weathersby, and Robert Lockwood Jr.
Pickin' On Zeppelin featuring bluegrass performances by Dennis Caplinger and Mark Thornton
The String Quartet Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Dub Tribute to Led Zeppelin
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Christmas gift ideas for Thundercats fans
I mentioned Thundercats yesterday, so I might as well throw a few ideas out there that the Thundercats fan in your life will love.
Original Series: Season 1, Volume 1
2011 Reboot
2011 Series Soundtrack Composed by Kevin Kliesch
A Cat's Tail (One-Shot Comic)
Reclaiming Thundera
Hammer Hand's Revenge
Enemy's Pride
He-Man/Thundercats
Thundercats/Battle of the Planets (One-Shot Comic)
Superman/Thundercats (One-Shot Comic)
Origins: Heroes and Villains (One-Shot Comic)
Origins: Villains and Heroes (One-Shot Comic)
Funko POP! [Most of these are retired figures and insanely expensive. If you buy these for people on your list, tell me how to become your friend!]: Lion-O, Lion-O (flocked, 2014 SDCC Exclusive), Panthro, Cheetara, Tygra, Snarf, or Mumm-Ra
Funko Savage World [Beware of the quality of these figures, as several reviews state they break as soon as they are taken out of the package!]: Lion-O, Panthro, Mumm-Ra, or Slithe
Funko Vynl: Lion-O + Mumm-ra or Panthro + Cheetara
The Loyal Subjects Blind Box
Series 1 (2012 SDCC Exclusive), Series 2, Series 3, or Series 4
Thundercats Logo T-shirt
Thundercats Characters T-shirt
Mumm-Ra Logo T-shirt
Lion-O Infant Onesie
Feline Rhapsody T-shirt
Thundercats Logo Baseball Cap
Other odds & ends
Sword of Omens
Sword of Omens (Dagger-sized)
Lion-O's Claw Shield
Panthro's Nunchucks
Tygra's Whip
Light Switch Cover
Sword of Omens Keychain
Logo Keychain
Snarf Keychain
Perfect for fans of parodies like Garbage Pail Kids: Thunderbrats Trading Cards
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Tags: Cheetara, Christmas, Christmas gift ideas, Lion-O, Mumm-Ra, Panthro, Slithe, Snarf, Thunderbrats, Thundercats, Tygra, Wily-Kat, Wily-Kit
Christmas gift ideas for your Force-sensitive friends
The original trilogy is classic. The prequel trilogy, not so much. J.J. Abrams' first entry into the third trilogy restored the faith for fans of the classics, but Rian Johnson shredded that renewed fandom in less than three hours. Ron Howard's Solo was excellent (ignore the negative reviews from so-called "fans" who never even bothered to see it). Abrams is back in the driver's seat for the ninth and final episode of the Skywalker saga, due next year, and I am hopeful and optimistic that he will finish well.
While the Star Wars bandwagon has slowed considerably, there are still many gifts suitable for those who have not abandoned that galaxy far, far away. Here are a few ideas to get you going.
Episodes IV-VI: The original trilogy
Episodes I-III: The prequel trilogy
Ewok Adventures
If you already own the movies, you may want to grab the John Williams soundtracks for use in the car or office.
William Shakespeare's The Phantom of Menace: Star Wars Part the First by Ian Doescher
William Shakespeare's The Clone Army Attacketh: Star Wars Part the Second by Ian Doescher
William Shakespeare's Tragedy of the Sith's Revenge: Star Wars Part the Third by Ian Doescher
William Shakespeare's Verily, A New Hope: Star Wars Part the Fourth by Ian Doescher (I cannot recommend books 4-6 highly enough. Easily some of my favorite Star Wars books ever. The prequels suffer from the lack of quality of the source material, while the novelty may have worn off a bit by "Part the Seventh." But parts 4-6 are must-reads.)
William Shakespeare's The Empire Striketh Back: Star Wars Part the Fifth by Ian Doescher
William Shakespeare's The Jedi Doth Return: Star Wars Part the Sixth by Ian Doescher
William Shakespeare's The Force Doth Awaken: Star Wars Part the Seventh by Ian Doescher
William Shakespeare's Jedi the Last: Star Wars Part the Eighth by Ian Doescher
Star Wars: The Classic Newspaper Comics Vol. 1, Vol. 2, and Vol. 3
Star Wars: The Original Marvel Years Omnibus Vol. 1, Vol. 2, and Vol. 3
Star Wars: Droids & Ewoks Omnibus
The Star Wars Cook Book: Wookiee Cookies and Other Galactic Recipes
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of Star Wars books to choose from. DOn't click here until you can spare a few hours to go down the Jaxxon hole.
The Art of Star Wars Comics: 100 Collectible Postcards
R2-D2 Measuring Cup Set
Lightsaber Chopsticks
Lightsaber Umbrella
Word Art Print (unframed, or framed)
Projector Pen
Mimoco USB Flash Drive (choose from 15 different characters)
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Tags: Chewbacce, Christmas, Christmas gift ideas, Darth Vader, Han Solo, Solo, Solo: A Star Wars Story, star wars
Christmas gift ideas for your He-Fans and She-Ravers
By the Power of Grayskull! He-Man has one of the strongest fan bases of any 1980s cartoon series, and the merchandise available to choose from is insane. Here are just a handful of suggestions for the He-Fan or She-Raver in your life.
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Season 1
He-Man & She-Ra: A Christmas Special
Masters of the Universe motion picture starring Dolph Lundgren
She-Ra, Princess of Power: Season One, Vol. 1
She-Ra, Princess of Power: Season Two
The New Adventures of He-Man, Vol. 1
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: The Complete 200X Series
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Minicomic Collection
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: A Character Guide and World Compendium
He-Man and She-Ra: A Complete Guide to the Classic Animated Adventures
Art of He Man and the Masters of the Universe
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: The Newspaper Comic Strips
How He-Man Mastered the Universe: Toy to Television to the Big Screen
The Art of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Limited Edition
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Vol. 1
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Vol. 2: Origins of Eternia
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Vol. 4: What Lies Within
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Vol. 5: The Blood of Grayskull
He-Man: The Eternity War Vol. 2
DC Universe Vs. Masters of the Universe
Funko POP: Battle Armor He-Man, Battle Armor Skeletor, Man-At-Arms, Merman, Trap Jaw, Evil Lyn, Stratos, Orko, Hordak, Beast Man, Moss Man, or if you want to spend a ton of money, He-Man or She-Ra
Funko VYNL: He-Man + Trap Jaw, Prince Adam + Cringer, Beast Man + Sorceress
Super 7 ReAction Figures: Battle Armor He-Man, Battle Armor Skeletor, Trap Jaw, Teela, Zodac, Tri-Klops, Kobra Khan, Stratos, She-Ra & Hordak (SDCC Exclusive)
Mega Construx Heroes: He-Man, Teela, Beast Man, Faker
Mattel Minis: He-Man & Skeletor (2013 SDCC Exclusive), Battle Armor He-Man & Mer-Man, Zodac & Beast Man, Scareglow & Stratos, Faker & Man-At-Arms, King He-Man & Clawful
The Loyal Subjects Masters The Universe Blindbox
Or just browse everything that is available at the moment on Amazon, but let me warn you, some of the prices get a little crazy!
Vintage MOTU
"I Have The Power!"
"How You Doin'?"
"Ripped and Equipped"
"Blink If You Want Me"
"Call the Vet, These Puppies are Sick"
"Eternia Gym"
Skeletor (Misfits parody)
He-Man and She-Ra Faux Christmas Sweater
Filmation She-Ra and Swiftwind
Filmation "She-Ra, Princess of Power"
Dreamworks "She-Ra Rules"
DreamWorks She-Ra/Adora Character Split
P.S. — If anyone wants to get me something for Christmas (because I'm not spending this type of money on a CD), I would love the Filmation Original Soundtrack. $45 just seems a little steep to me.
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Tags: Christmas, Christmas gift ideas, Dreamworks, Filmation, Funko, Funko Pop, He-Man, Masters of the Universe, Mattel, MOTU, She-Ra
Christmas gift ideas for your aspiring comic book writer/artist
A few years ago I published a list of books that might interest those who dream of becoming professional comic book writers and/or artists. It was one of the most popular posts on the site, and continues to receives several hits each year as Christmas time nears. I have decided to expand the list since several new books have been released in the interim. I have not reviewed all of these, but would love to add a few to my small collection, especially the second and third "Regrettable" books in the last section.
Writing and drawing for comic books is a true art form, and the skills needed to succeed are much different than what a short story writer or novelist might utilize. Here are some books to help those who are exploring their talents in the comic art form.
Words For Pictures by Brian Michael Bendis
Creating Graphic Novels by Sarah Beach
Mastering Comics by Jessica Abel & Matt Madden
Drawing Words and Writing Pictures by Jessica Abel & Matt Madden
The Art of Comic Book Writing by Mark Kneece
Foundations in Comic Book Art by John Paul Lowe
The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing Comics by Comfort Love and Adam Withers
We just lost one of the all-time great names in the world of comic books. The late Stan Lee contributed to a handful of books for creators.
How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way by Stan Lee and John Buscema
Stan Lee's How to Draw Superheroes by Stan Lee and illustrated by Steve Ditko, Jack Kirby, Alex Ross, John Buscema
Stan Lee's How to Write Comics by Stan Lee and illustrated by Steve Ditko, Jack Kirby, Alex Ross, Gil Kane
Maybe your aspiring artist is tired of being an aspiring artist and wants to start putting pencil to paper. Here are some blank comic book templates to get them started.
Blank Comic Book Notebook: Create Your Own Comic Book Strip, Variety of Templates For Comic Book Drawing, (Super Hero Comics)
Blank Comic Book For Kids : Create Your Own Comics With This Comic Book Journal Notebook
Blank Comic Book (Draw Your Own Comics): A Large Notebook and Sketchbook for Kids and Adults to Draw Comics and Journal
Blank Comic Book: 7.5 x 9.25, 130 Pages, comic panel,For drawing your own comics, idea and design sketchbook,for artists of all levels
Most writers who dream of working in comics love to read them as well, so they may also enjoy the books below.
The League of Regrettable Superheroes by Jon Morris
The Legion of Regrettable Supervillains by Jon Morris
The League of Regrettable Sidekicks by Jon Morris
The Spectacular Sisterhood of Superwomen by Hope Nicholson
Super Weird Heroes:Outrageous But Real! edited by Craig Yoe
Super Weird Heroes: Preposterous But True! edited by Craig Yoe
DC Comics: A Visual History by Daniel Wallace
Marvel Encyclopedia by Matt Forbeck
Marvel Year by Year by Peter Sanderson
Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel by Daniel Wallace
Spider-Man Chronicle by Alan Cowsill and Matthew K. Manning
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Tags: Christmas, Christmas gift ideas, DC Comics, Marvel, Stan Lee
Christmas gift ideas for #ChicagoCubs fans @Cubs
I became a Chicago Cubs fan in 1989 when my dad took me to Wrigley Field. Rick Sutcliffe pitched that day against the Montreal Expos; Jerome Walton, Andre Dawson, Ryne Sandberg, Mark Grace all played. And my favorite baseball player at the time, Shawon Dunston, was the shortstop. The vibe of the ballpark, sitting in the bleachers, just the whole experience enthralled me. I rooted for the Cubs through the end of high school, but the strike of 1994 soured me on baseball in general. I have since come back to love the game for what it is, and root for the Cubs when they make the playoffs. The Reds are my #1 team, but the Cubs are a pretty close second.
The Cubs will always be one of the more popular teams in baseball, and as such, there are a lot of choices when it comes to Christmas gifts. Here are a few suggestions for the Cubs fan in your life.
Beyond Bartman, Curses, & Goats: 108 Reasons It's Been 108 Years by Chris Neitzel
Wrigley Field: The Long Life and Contentious Times of the Friendly Confines by Stuart Shea
The Cubs Fan's Guide to Happiness by George Ellis
Wrigley Field: An Oral and Narrative History of the Home of the Chicago Cubs by Ira Berkow
Essential Games of the Chicago Cubs DVD set
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Tags: Chicago Cubs, Christmas, Christmas gift ideas
Christmas gift ideas for your horror nut
Most people don't think of horror during the Christmas season, but for the true horror nut the genre is a year-round obsession. If you have someone on your to-buy-for list that thinks Halloween should be a month-long holiday rather than one day, here are some suggestions.
The Stephen King Compainion by George Beahm
Stephen King novels (classics like The Shining , It , Pet Sematary; newer titles such as Revival , 11/22/63 )
In the Shadow of Edgar Allan Poe: Classic Tales of Terror, 1816-1914
Essential Horror Movies by Michael Mallory
Pumpkin Cinema by Nathaniel Tolle
Vuckovic's Horror Miscellany by Jovanka Vuckovic
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Tags: Christmas, Christmas gift ideas
Christmas gift ideas for your Star Wars nerd
For nearly forty years, Star Wars has been a cultural phenomenon. I remember receiving Star Wars action figures and playsets as a child, from Jabba the Hutt to the Ewok Village . They were always my absolute favorite gifts. Whether your Star Wars nerd is four or forty, you can't go wrong with books and merchandise from a galaxy far, far away.
Star Wars: The Original Topps Trading Card Series, Volume One
William Shakespeare's Star Wars Trilogy: The Royal Imperial Boxed Set by Ian Doescher (there are also Victorian versions of the prequels , but suffer from poor source material )
Star Wars Art: Posters
Ultimate Star Wars by Ryder Windham and Adam Bray
Star Wars Mad Libs by Roger Price and Leonard Stern
There are several titles being released related to The Force Awakens, and while I have not had an opportunity to personally review them, I have little doubt that they will be amazing. Most of these titles are available for pre-order only as they will not be released until Friday when the movies debuts.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens by Alan Dean Foster (will not be released in print until January, but the Kindle edition will be available Friday)
The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens by Phil Szostak and Rick Carter
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Visual Dictionaryby Pablo Hidalgo
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Incredible Cross-Sections by Jason Fry and Kemp Remillard
Star Wars: The Force Awakens: Before the Awakening by Greg Rucka and Phil Noto
Again, if your Star Wars nerd isn't a reader, you can't go wrong with the soundtrack , action figures , or this sweet clock . And, of course, you can't go wrong with a calendar . If you're buying for dad, you can select from a wide array of Star Wars neckties . The possibilities are endless …there is Star Wars –themed merchandise for everything .
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Tags: Christmas, Christmas gift ideas, star wars
Christmas gift ideas for the baseball fanatic
Baseball is the one sport whose history is every bit as important as what is happening on the field. The record books are held in reverence, and the heroes of the past loom over the stars of today. With that in mind, here are some fantastic books that the baseball fanatic in your life will love.
The League of Outsider Baseball: An Illustrated History of Baseball's Forgotten Heroes by Gary Cieradkowski – This is at the top of the list for a reason. If you buy no other book for your baseball fan this holiday season, but this one. From the excellent illustrations to the entertaining articles, baseball fans the world over will absolutely love The League of Outsider Baseball. This is the most important and highest recommended book on this list.
Pudge: The Biography of Carlton Fisk by Doug Wilson – Wilson has made a name for himself with some fantastic baseball biographies; his work on the life of Carlton Fisk is his most recent. Baseball fans will also enjoy Wilson's The Bird (biography of Mark Fidrych) and Brooks (biography of Hall of Famer Brooks Robinson).
101 Baseball Places to See Before You Strike Out by Josh Pahigian – A good list of baseball meccas to help you plan your summer vacation.
Baseball Myths: Debating, Debunking, and Disproving Tales from the Diamond by Bill Deane – A fun read with shorter articles that examine several legendary tales from the diamond. Stories about Derek Jeter, Pete Rose, and Babe Ruth are included.
Tony Oliva: The Life and Times of a Minnesota Twins Legend by Thom Henninger – Tony Oliva is one of the most popular players in Minnesota history, and Henninger's look at his life shows why.
If your baseball fan is younger, I would recommend Dan Gutman 's excellent Baseball Card Adventures series that just concluded with Willie & Me earlier this year.
Not everyone likes to read. I get that. Well, maybe I don't get that, but I am aware of that fact at least. So here are some other ideas for the baseball fan on your list.
OYO Sports Figures and Playsets – This LEGO-like toy is a great gift if you know your fan's favorite player.
Super Stadium Baseball Game – Kids (and kids at heart) can have hours of fun with this game.
The Baseball Card Game by TDC Games – Not as involved as Super Stadium, but a fun way to pass the time.
Classic Board Game – A great trivia game from the early 1990s, including 100 baseball trading cards.
Baseball: A Film by Ken Burns – Ten DVDs chronicling the history of the national pastime. Originally aired on PBS in 1994; updated in 2010.
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Thomas Roussel and Yannick Grandjean are Something A La Mode, a Parisian duo that recently released their first album. SomethingALaMode (aka SALM) is a rare mix of strings and electro, brought to us by two classically trained musicians who are equally thrilled by post romantics like Chostakovitch or Stravinski and renowned electro artists such as Daft Punk or Mirwais.
The two friends spent years maturing the project in their minds and it wasn't easy to figure out a way to merge all their passions into one. In the end, Thomas, the violinist, and Yannick, the cellist, created what they call an "electro-string" album that dexterously mixes mellow strings, poppy synths and syncopated beats.
Find out more about SomethingALaMode and check out videos of their live performances on MySpace.
yeah, that's the reason why i decided to include them in this post.. i agree with you though, they should totally be on the official EP..
Thanks to you for the link to Empreintes-Digitales.


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Kempton - Lament for Trombone and Organ
Composer: Kempton
Arranger: Kempton
Lament for Trombone and Organ by composer Jeremy Niles Kempton is a serious and lyrical work of about six minutes in length for advanced performers. The original version is for Trombone and string orchestra. It was composed and performed within a two week period at a memorial concert given for Helen Manheim, a Violist in Mr. Kempton's Island Chamber Symphony on Long Island, NY. Ms. Manheim died rather suddenly, and her passing left the composer with a deep feeling of regret at having taken her and so many other ICS musicians for granted. The piece consists of three lengthy phrases. The first, epitomizes the grief at her passing. The second, presents her life and consists of three phrases, all starting the same but each striving higher. The final section is her legacy of what she leaves behind. The Orchestral score and parts are available form Cherry Classics. The live performance features Mr. Kempton on the Trombone.


Denmark Lotto draws take place every Saturday at 20:00 CET and it costs 5 kr to enter a single line. There are five prize tiers available, as well as an extra raffle that guarantees two prizes of 1 million kr. You can also play a supplementary Joker game alongside the main Lotto draw.
Play the Denmark Lotto by choosing seven numbers between 1 and 36. You win prizes by matching your chosen numbers with the seven drawn on the night. A bonus number – called the tillægstal – is also drawn, giving you a further opportunity to win. You do not choose a bonus number to play; instead, you win a prize if your seven chosen numbers match six of the main balls and the tillægstal. The jackpot is won by matching all seven main numbers.
Lotto prizes are calculated on a pari-mutuel basis, meaning that they depend on the number of tickets sold and the number of winners in each tier. Each prize tier receives a percentage of the revenue from ticket sales, so the amount you can win can change from draw to draw. The prize for matching four numbers is fixed at 50 kr. The money to pay winners at this level is deducted from the prize pool before the remaining funds are split among the other tiers.
10.9% of the prize fund goes into a Savings Pool that is used to pay out the winners of the Lotto raffle. The raffle is held straight after the main Denmark Lotto draw, with two guaranteed winners of 1 million kr (€134,000). Every player that enters the Lotto draw will automatically be entered into the raffle, with two winning tickets drawn at random.
Joker is a supplementary game that can be played alongside the Denmark Lotto. To play, you have to opt in at the point you purchase your Lotto ticket. Seven numbers between 0 and 9 are then automatically generated for you and the objective of the game is to match those numbers with a seven-digit Joker number in the exact same order, starting from the back.
For example, if the winning Joker number is 3213567, the number 1234567 would win because it matches three digits from the back: ****567.
The Joker is played straight after the Denmark Lotto and tickets can be bought up to 17:55 CET on the day of the draw. It costs 10 kr per line to play. Below you can see the different prizes available and the odds of winning each one. Joker prizes are also determined on a pari-mutuel basis.
The biggest Denmark Lotto jackpot won by a single ticket was worth 38 million kr (€5 million), claimed by a family from Copenhagen in 2008. A 72 million (€9.6 million) jackpot was split between three winners in 2009, each of them taking home 24 million (€3 million).


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Q: How to pass a string to /Home/Index in MVC MVC newbie question in two parts, sooooo grateful if anyone can help:
1. How would I pass a string to this method (I want to append "?demo" to the URL and filter results on that basis):
public ActionResult Index(string id)
{
    List<NewItem> items = _service.GetItems(id == "demo");
    return View(items);
}

2. What's going on with id == "demo" passed in as an argument given that the method specifies a boolean (and it compiles and runs OK in this state):
    // This is the GetItems method
    public List GetItems(bool showDemo) { ... }
Finally here's my RegisterRoutes content:
routes.MapRoute(
       name: "itemtitle",
       url: "{Controller}/{action}/{id}/{itemtitle}",
       defaults: new { controller = "Home", action = "Index", id =     UrlParameter.Optional,itemtitle=UrlParameter.Optional }
   );
routes.MapRoute(
        name: "Default",
        url: "{Controller}/{action}/{id}",
        defaults: new { controller = "Home", action = "Index", id = UrlParameter.Optional}
    );

A: Assuming this case:
public class TestController : Controller
{
   public ActionResult Index(string id)
   {
       List<NewItem> items = _service.GetItems(id == "demo");
       return View(items);
   }
}

Then 3 ways:

*

*<baseurl>/Test/Index/12 -> using the id param

*<baseurl>/Test/Index?id=12 -> without the id param

*<baseurl>/Test?id=12 -> with the default action and without the param.

About the id == "demo" thing, this is a simple boolean condition:
"12" == "demo" -> false
"demo" == "demo" -> true


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When we talk about a persuasive fundraising letter, I have to agree and disagree with Pauline on this. First things first, I do agree with Pauline that a persuasive fundraising would work better with a more convincing authority. It certainly does bring a bigger impact until a certain extend to hear from a more convincing authority compare to a normal person. The part where I had to disagree was that call for action. I am a little confused, should people be scared and panic when tey read it? I think a better word play in the sentences would make the difference as audience should be alerted, informed but yet with a better approach as an emergencies & anxious approach might scare the audience away.
In regards of Pauline's and Irene's post, they both point out some really good notes. A persuasive fundraising would work better with a more convincing authority. It certainly does bring a bigger impact until a certain extend to hear from a more convincing and powerful authority compared to a normal person. However, the call to action doesn't necessarily need to sound like an emergency or an anxious thing as this might put off some people and think you are desperate. The idea Irene suggested that the word shouldn't be anxious but rather alerted or informed. This is a better word for Pauline's point in her post.
Quite a good writing post, Once i read about the persuasive fundarising letter , i just have to say yes and agree to pauline. More convincing and authority are very important persuasive funderating. So on, yes, choosing a good and impactful story can really attract customers to read your letter, if its not impactful, aint no body got time for that.Unfortunately, i dont really get the 'Emergency Appeal', which mean people get stress, afraid to read about it? Maybe i could be the better word like 'Caution' Or 'Attention', therefore people might not get scared from this better 'Emergency' world.


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Film Recovery
How the Pandemic has Changed Canadian Media and Where Do We Go From Here
Jen Mcneely February 9, 2021
No one needs an official report to understand that the pandemic has drastically changed the way we consume media. Look within your own household and it's easy to see that we're using our devices differently than we were a year ago (namely a lot more). But the recent report issued by the Canadian Media Fund is fascinating and revealing when it comes to understanding sweeping trends (national and global), as well as predicting future consumption habits.
"Under lockdown, audiences have massively turned to digital content for relief. The streaming wars have intensified, and strategies to better position Canadian content in the fray have become more sophisticated," says CMF Director of Industry and Market Trends Catherine Mathys. "The audiovisual industry has been digitizing at warp speed, integrating new technologies as soon as they become available to ensure on-set safety in particular, while seeking to reduce its significant environmental footprint. The industry also seems to be finally reckoning with calls for change from under-represented communities as audiences hunger more than ever for content they can relate to on screen."
When comparing what this February looks like to last, things are almost unrecognizable. Movie theatres are, for the most part, sitting empty; festivals have gone virtual—we're all experimenting with new ways to interact with media. Audiences are increasingly looking for programming to help comfort and connect, and gravitating to platforms that provide that experience in the best way possible.
Here are some of the major shifts and trends identified in the Canadian Media Fund report, and quotes from industry leaders (pulled from the report) that support those trends.
Watching Together is Here to Stay
Some of the most memorable moments of this past year have been when I've tuned into virtual events where audience members have the ability to dialogue with one another.
I assumed that attending a concert on YouTube or Facebook Live would lack the kind of energy that I felt in a crowded room, and while there is no real comparison to a live event—where you can feel the heat of other bodies, where bass notes reverberate inside of you—my instinct that these types of events would be sadly underwhelming was proven wrong: the collective experience through a virtual audience can be incredibly fun, emotionally charged, creating an atmosphere (even remotely!) that is palpable.
"It's likely that the trend of communal watching and playing won't be going away any time soon, since Canadians have demonstrated an increased appetite for shared online experiences like co-watching TV shows or playing against friends in an online environment," Anita Lee writes in the report.
Returning to a concert venue or packed theatre is something we long for, but there is something uniquely special about watching together from afar. Why not integrate both.
Twitch, YouTube Become More Mainstream
One of the most telling statistics of the report is that users searching videos on YouTube with the hashtag #WithMe increased by 600%.
A quick search revealed thousands of videos in this category, including "Clean With Me", "Study With Me", "Plan With Me" and even "Play With Me" for young children. It's proof that people are desperately trying to connect, even with strangers.
YouTube videos about yoga, home workouts, meditation, home-cooking, and "how to cut hair" also surged in popularity, as people tried to best take care of themselves and their loved ones at home.
Platforms like Twitch are also growing exponentially, and moving beyond gaming to include arts and culture experiences. "These are the types of areas where niche communities are popping up and people are going there for a sense of satisfaction, as well as congruence between thought, emotion [and] feeling," said Kris Alexander, an avid gamer and assistant professor at Ryerson University's RTA School of Media in Toronto, who has used Twitch to conduct Ryerson classes with 200+ students.
If the unbelievable growth on TikTok and Clubhouse is any indication of where things are heading (they definitely are), power is being redistributed into the hands of independent creators, and taking millions of eyeballs with it. The industry must learn to adapt.
Representation or Fail
This year, more than ever, diversity and representation has been called into review, with audiences and industry experts demanding long overdue change in the Canadian film and TV industry. The resounding message being: diversify or become irrelevant.
"As you have a much more socially engaged [and] social justice-[oriented] Gen Z, they will demand clear storytelling," said Sarah Thompson, who is chief strategy officer of the media-buying agency Mindshare Canada. "We've started to see the end of formulaic TV and that [audiences] want fresh takes on a story, more diverse voices. This is also the influence of Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ+ issues, all of that. [Audiences] want to see more of who we actually are as people on TV and in content."
Journalist Jesse Wente, who is also the Executive Director at the Indigenous Screen Office and Chairperson of the Canada Council for the Arts, puts responsibility on the networks and decision makers to change their approach to, well, everything. "If you think you can continue to produce the content that you always have and in the way that you always have while your audience radically shifts, you have not studied history. The math is indisputable," he says. "The only way to make shows that become cultural phenomenons like HBO's I May Destroy You, is by finding and empowering creatives like Michaela Coel to tell her story. And you do not find that person searching under the same rocks that you have lifted for 30 years — you find that person by lifting a new rock in a different neighbourhood."
What we see on screen should reflect the crowded platforms of Bloor Station at rush hour. If it doesn't, then programming is only speaking to certain segments of our population. Transformation of the industry at large is long overdue, but it's a hopeful and exciting time for new voices, and new stories.
Movie Theatres Are Forever Changed
The post-Covid fantasy of returning to theatres is a dream shared by millions, but with theatres forced shut, or operating at a fraction of their capacity, and streaming capabilities evolving quickly, audiences have become more comfortable watching things from home. As such, it's not just the pandemic that is forcing change, but audience consumption habits are also pushing theatres to reexamine their business models and offerings.
"You have to give people some kind of reason to leave their house," said Tom Alexander, director of theatrical releasing at Mongrel Media. Like many who were included in the report, he supports the idea of "eventizing" the cinema experience. "The power is in the eye of the consumer."
Cineplex has been making making these changes for well over a decade, with Cineplex Events partnering with everyone from The Metropolitan Opera to the NFL. We suspect there will be more of these types of partnerships moving forward, with different ways to enjoy watching with friends and family. What's also grown exponentially this year, is how theatres have moved online; this past month, I've personally rented several titles from their ever-growing collection available in their digital store.
The desire to watch movies in a packed theatre won't vanish, and will likely have a beautiful renaissance post-Covid (I'll be the first in line), but like everything else, theatres everywhere are in a process of necessary reinvention.
Virtual Festivals Break Down Barriers and Draw Global Audiences
Anyone who has ever frequented TIFF or any other major arts festival will concur that a virtual fest is nothing like the real thing, but is the magic lost? Not entirely, and virtual fests have proven to offer accessibility that wasn't available in pre-Covid times.
Virtual offerings break down barriers in terms of accessibility—both physically and financially—meaning that audiences can go global with ease.
"We had a global audience this year," said Ken Tsui. VIFF's director of creative engagement and live programming. "It was really heartening and exciting to see [and] it made us realize that perhaps we should always have a digital component in order to engage folks that may not be able to travel."
TIFF's Geoff Macnaughton, who is the Senior Director and Lead Programmer for TIFF's industry events also shared about the capabilities that going virtual brought, "We definitely want to lean into these opportunities in the future," he said. "Not feeling like we are a $200 flight and a $1,000 hotel away from people. We can utilize conference call tools to connect people and still find a way to make it intimate."
In a time where we cannot be together, physically, the value of connection and community found through the arts has become increasingly recognized, and that authentic connection will be the driving force of what succeeds or doesn't.
Tags: Canadian Media Fund, Cineplex, Facebook Live, Gen-Z, Jesse Wente, TIFF, Twitch, VIFF, YouTube
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Rep. Elise Stefanik says Harvard ousted her to please 'woke Left'
By Steven Nelson
January 12, 2021 | 1:49pm	| Updated January 12, 2021 | 2:02pm
Rep. Elise Stefanik is accusing her alma mater of caving to "the woke Left." (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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New York Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik is accusing her alma mater, Harvard University, of caving to "the woke Left" after the school's Institute of Politics on Tuesday dropped her from an advisory committee, citing her public remarks about fraud in the 2020 election.
Harvard distanced itself from the upstate congresswoman as a result of Wednesday's Capitol riot by President Trump's supporters after he told them he was robbed of re-election by fraud.
"Congratulations, Harvard, the entire Board of the Institute of Politics now consists only of Joe Biden voters — how reflective of America," Stefanik said in a statement.
"As a conservative Republican, it is a rite of passage and badge of honor to join the long line of leaders who have been boycotted, protested, and canceled by colleges and universities across America," she said.
"The decision by Harvard's administration to cower and cave to the woke Left will continue to erode diversity of thought, public discourse, and ultimately the student experience. The Ivory Tower's march toward a monoculture of like-minded, intolerant liberal views demonstrates the sneering disdain for everyday Americans and will instill a culture of fear for students who will understand that a conservative viewpoint will not be tolerated and will be silenced."
Stefanik, 36, graduated from Harvard in 2006 with an undergraduate degree in government.
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Douglas Elmendorf, dean at Harvard Kennedy School of Government, said he asked Stefanik to resign after reviewing her public statements about the election. He said he was not displaying political bias.
"Following this consideration, I spoke with Elise and asked her to step aside from the Senior Advisory Committee," Elmendorf said.
"My request was not about political parties, political ideology, or her choice of candidate for president. Rather, in my assessment, Elise has made public assertions about voter fraud in November's presidential election that have no basis in evidence, and she has made public statements about court actions related to the election that are incorrect."
Stefanik took a more nuanced position than most House Republicans during two challenges to Biden electors. She voted against a challenge to Arizona's electors for Biden but for a challenge to Pennsylvania electors.
Before the mob violence, she said, "Tens of millions of Americans are rightly concerned that the 2020 election featured unprecedented voting irregularities, unconstitutional overreach by unelected state officials and judges ignoring state election laws, and a fundamental lack of ballot integrity and security."
Republicans objected to Arizona electors, citing courts extending a voter registration deadline, which they argued could have made the difference in a state where Biden won by about 10,000 votes. The Senate and House overwhelmingly crushed that objection and Stefanik voted with Democrats and many Republicans against it.
The Stefanik-supported challenge to Pennsylvania electors was based on court rulings allowing mail-in ballots to arrive after Election Day. Biden won Pennsylvania by about 80,000 votes and the challenge also was resoundingly defeated after the Capitol break-in.
The riot disrupted but did not prevent certification of Biden's victory.
The Institute of Politics at Harvard caved to public pressure before, notably including a 2017 decision to withdraw a fellowship that had been granted to WikiLeaks source Chelsea Manning. Elmendorf said giving Manning the honor was a "mistake" after many government officials objected.
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I have been looking for new dining chairs for our home to replace the very eclectic mix we had around our dining table for some time, since the house renovations.
We had a couple of vintage office Eames, a vintage Harry Bertoia chair bought on eBay, a new stainless-steel Bertoia from the Knoll sample sale, a couple of cardboard stools from Story Deli and some very bright green garden chairs from Ikea, which added a cheerful pop of colour but wasn't exactly what I had in mind for this room which has now, very soothing hues of pale grey and white.
And then I saw the new Moda chair launched by Cult Furniture. The Moda dining chair combines Scandinavian modern simplicity with function and the price was also really attractive considering I had to order 8 chairs.
The Moda chair comes with three different leg styles to choose from (+ an armchair version) but my favourite was the wooden legs version to echo the wood of our large dining table.
My goal was to add chairs that would contribute to the soothing, minimalist feel of the room without being in your face and at first, I wanted to get these white chairs.
Funnily enough, the black metal part of the legs was bothering me a bit and on this account, I was tempted to try something different with the copper version but the copper and gold versions were not available for immediate dispatch and I was determined to sort this dining chairs issue out before leaving London.
Eventually I asked Steve if he preferred the Moda chair CD2 in white or light grey and of course, he picked light grey to add contrast… Given that our resin floor is light grey, I was ok with both and thought it would be a nice change from the usual white.
This turned out to be an excellent decision. While I have no doubt, the white chairs would have looked great in this room, I really like the soothing soft grey of these chairs and it turned that the black metal part that bothered me, works very well in the room as it echoes the MEOW black print I left on the floor on purpose. When I sit on our sofa and look at the room, I see now a very pleasing and relaxing hue of wood, light grey and white and endless styling possibilities to transform our dining table with scented candles and nice tableware for any given dining parties.
Some of you may have seen on Instagram stories that the seats and legs come in different boxes but the chairs are super easy to assemble. They come with a key to screw everything in and you don't need any tools or men to do this. I was just missing two round elements to assemble the last chair but Cult Furniture is sending them to me.
A little assembling tip for you: I found the best way to put the chairs together is to put the seat upside side on your table so your legs are leaning against the back to the chair and then play around to fix the legs. Once both holes from the seat and the legs are perfectly aligned, it's a real piece of cake to put them together.
// Photography & Styling by Karine Köng | Posted in partnership with Cult Furniture, all views my own.
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