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Thursday Reads: Russia Investigation Cover Up Live Blog/Open Thread
Posted: April 18, 2019 | Author: bostonboomer | Filed under: morning reads, U.S. Politics | Tags: Barr Cover-Up Report, Donald Trump, live blog, open thread, Robert Mueller muzzled, Russia investigation, William Barr |54 Comments
Cover-up bunny
Good Morning!!
The Barr cover-up report reportedly will go public sometime today. The schedule is vague. At 9:30, Cover-Up General Barr plans to give a "press conference" about a report that no one except unknown DOJ officials and White House lawyers have read.
Yes, according the NYT, the White House has been briefed and very likely has had the full report for some time. In addition, DOJ attorneys have been helping the White House prepare their counter-report!
The New York Times: White House and Justice Dept. Officials Discussed Mueller Report Before Release.
Not all of Robert S. Mueller III's findings will be news to President Trump when they are released Thursday.
Justice Department officials have had numerous conversations with White House lawyers about the conclusions made by Mr. Mueller, the special counsel, in recent days, according to people with knowledge of the discussions. The talks have aided the president's legal team as it prepares a rebuttal to the report and strategizes for the coming public war over its findings.
Cover-up pup
A sense of paranoia was taking hold among some of Mr. Trump's aides, some of whom fear his backlash more than the findings themselves, the people said. The report might make clear which of Mr. Trump's current and former advisers spoke to the special counsel, how much they said and how much damage they did to the president — providing a kind of road map for retaliation.
Reporters should use the "press conference" to ask Barr about his past cover-ups, his connections to Russia, his conflicts of interest, and his general corruption. They won't, of course. They also should not refer to whatever redacted mess the Cover-Up General releases as the Mueller Report, but of course they will do just that.
We have to keep reminding ourselves that it's not the Mueller report; it's the Barr report. If Robert Mueller wanted to endorse Barr's cover-up, he would be appearing at the "press conference." But his isn't going to be there. Mueller has been muzzled.
Tom Scocca at Hmm Daily: It's the Barr Report, Not the Mueller Report.
What could inspire more hope and despair than a whole bunch of people who messed something up being granted a do-over? Tomorrow, all the reporters and publications who gave Donald Trump his "MUELLER FINDS NO COLLUSION" headlines, based on a few sentence fragments in a letter from attorney general William Barr, are supposed to get another document to analyze and quickly write headlines about.
Cover-up kitty
Already, journalists are calling this document "the Mueller report." It is not the Mueller report; that is, it will not be the report prepared by the special counsel investigating Russian election interference and the Trump campaign. It will be some other document. Its text, like the quotes used in the Barr letter, will be based on the text of the Mueller report, but it will have been edited down for release by William Barr, whose implicit and explicit theory of his job duties is that he is there to protect the president.
This isn't speculation. It's a description of what's publicly known about the process, informed by Barr's prior work with the Mueller report, his written record of his own thoughts on presidential immunity, and his history as a middleman in previous scandal coverage. Barr is a partisan, not a broker of facts, and it is a basic reporting error to treat material that's passed through his control as definitive—a basic reporting error that major media outlets eagerly made, last time around.
The Daily Beast: Mueller Report Rollout Won't Have Mueller.
The Justice Department will hold a press conference Thursday morning about the release of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's report—but Mueller won't be there and the document may not be released until after Attorney General William Barr speaks about the nearly 400 pages he went through to redact.
The House Judiciary Committee has been told it will not get the Mueller report from DOJ until 11 a.m. or noon—after Barr's press conference scheduled for 9:30 a.m.
"They are making Al Capone look straight," one committee member told The Daily Beast.
House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler ripped Barr's plan to speak about the report before lawmakers, the media and public have a chance to review it.
"Rather than letting the facts of the report speak for themselves, the attorney general has taken unprecedented steps to spin Mueller's nearly two-year investigation," Nadler said at a press conference on Wednesday night.
"The Attorney General appears to be waging a media campaign on behalf of President Trump, the very subject of the investigation at the heart of the Mueller report," he added.
If the report is heavily redacted, Nadler said, "we will most certainly issue the subpoenas in very short order." He said they "will probably find it useful" to ask Mueller and members of his team to testify.
Just send out the subpoenas as soon as you get the report. No more fooling around.
Axios insists on calling the Barr Report "the Mueller Report."
Mueller report: What witnesses expect ahead of its release
Mueller witnesses and their lawyers say that they expect the special counsel's report to include a mass of detailed scenes in which President Trump lashed out about Mueller, Jeff Sessions, Rod Rosenstein and the FBI.
The big picture: They believe that if Mueller's report presents the material in the same relentlessly detailed way as his prosecutors asked the questions, the accumulation could lead a casual observer to think that the president tried to obstruct justice.
These sources expect Don McGahn, the former White House counsel, to star in many of the crucial conversations that the Mueller team considered part of their exploration of whether Trump sought to obstruct justice.
The bottom line: These sources don't know whether the scenes the Mueller team quizzed them about were included in the report. And, of course, they don't know what Attorney General Bill Barr redacted ahead of today's release.
The Barr cover-up people are claiming that the part of the report on obstruction of justice will only be "lightly redacted" (according to the WaPo). I can't imagine why the Barr people think we should trust them on this. More from Axios:
Jay Sekulow, a lawyer for Trump, said: "We're going to respond as quickly as we can to you all during the day, probably multiple times. … We'll try to get something up very quick."
– I asked Sekulow whether there could be a surprise. "This is a situation where we know what the conclusion is," the lawyer replied.
– "The aircraft landed safely, there was no damage to the equipment or injury to the passengers, and now two weeks later the NTSB issues a video of the landing."
– "I'm not concerned," Sekulow added. "The inquiry is concluded."
Fuck off Seculow. I hope you end up in prison.
Democrats are furious. Politico: 'Keep your mouth shut': Dems erupt over Barr's Mueller report rollout.
House Democrats exploded in anger Wednesday over Attorney General William Barr's plans to roll out special counsel Robert Mueller's report, accusing the Justice Department of trying to spin the report's contents and protect President Donald Trump.
Barr and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will hold a news conference at 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning to review the report, which will include redactions. Reports that DOJ officials have already discussed Mueller's findings with the White House only further inflamed tensions.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Barr had "thrown out his credibility & the DOJ's independence with his single-minded effort to protect @realDonaldTrump above all else."
"The American people deserve the truth, not a sanitized version of the Mueller Report approved by the Trump Admin," Pelosi wrote on Twitter while on an official trip in Ireland.
The House speaker joined with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to call for Mueller to testify publicly once the report is out, saying Barr's "regrettably partisan handling of the Mueller report … and his indefensible plan to spin the report in a press conference" had created "a crisis of confidence in his independence and impartiality."
"We believe the only way to begin restoring public trust in the handling of the Special Counsel's investigation is for Special Counsel Mueller himself to provide public testimony in the House and Senate as soon as possible," they said.
Barr is going to release the report to Congress as hard copies and on CD's! Barr is still stuck in the 1990s, apparently.
NBC News: Democrats blast timing of Mueller report release: 'What are they trying to hide?'
A hard-copy of special counsel Robert Mueller's redacted report will be made available to members of Congress after 11 a.m. Thursday, but only after a news conference by the attorney general — timing that has infuriated Democratic lawmakers.
That means the document will be handed over to lawmakers on the House and Senate Intelligence Committees 90 minutes after the press conference by Attorney General William Barr and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein about the contents of the 300-plus page report on Russian meddling in the 2016 election and the Trump campaign.
The report will be delivered on CDs. Sometime after that, it will be posted on the special counsel's website and available to the public, a Department of Justice official said.
The Washington Post Editorial Board: Barr's redactions on the Mueller report don't deserve the benefit of the doubt.
As Washington prepared for the release of special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's final report, a fight was brewing between House Democrats and the Justice Department about how much would be redacted. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) has prepared a subpoena demanding disclosure of the whole document to Congress. Attorney General William P. Barr has steadfastly insisted that information that is classified, stemming from secret grand jury proceedings or otherwise sensitive would not be revealed publicly.
Mr. Barr is essentially asking Congress and the public to take him at his word that his redactions will be proper. There is already cause for wariness about Mr. Barr's judgment, following reports that those who worked on the Mueller investigation felt that the summary the attorney general released last month inadequately represented their findings. The fact that Mr. Barr rejected the notion that Mr. Trump obstructed justice, even though Mr. Mueller made no determination on the matter, is another concerning sign about what the attorney general is thinking.
More importantly, Mr. Barr works for an administration preparingfor all-out war with Congress over all sorts of disclosure, which would be only the latest in a string of bad-faith rejections of federal rules and traditional norms. Regardless of the attorney general's reputation, he still works for an administration that long ago lost any benefit of the doubt on transparency and fair play.
There may be no satisfying end to this national saga until an independent referee steps in to sort out the controversy. Reggie Walton, a U.S. district judge, raised on Tuesday one possibility for further review. Accusing Mr. Barr of creating "an environment that has caused a significant part of the public . . . to be concerned about whether or not there is full transparency," the judge raised the possibility that he would demand an unredacted copy to review whether the Justice Department's omissions were warranted. We hope he follows through. Mr. Walton could ensure that the redactions followed Freedom of Information Act procedures and were not influenced by political considerations.
More at the link.
Funny face of cute Jack Russell dog wrapped up in red warm blanket, focus on nose
One more from Natasha Bertrand at Politico: Post-Mueller report likely to target Russia dossier author Steele.
The frenzied anticipation around special counsel Robert Mueller's full report has overshadowed another Justice Department report on the Russia probe that could land as soon as next month, and which will likely take direct aim at the former British spy behind an infamous "dossier" on President Donald Trump's ties to Russia.
For the past year, the Justice Department's inspector general, Michael Horowitz, has been examining the FBI's efforts to surveil a one-time Trump campaign adviser based in part on information from Christopher Steele, a former British MI6 agent who had worked with the bureau as a confidential source since 2010.
Several people interviewed by the Inspector General's office over the past year tell POLITICO that Horowitz's team has been intensely focused on gauging Steele's credibility as a source for the bureau. One former U.S. official left the interview with the impression that the Inspector General's final report "is going to try and deeply undermine" Steele, who spent over two decades working Russia for MI6 before leaving to launch his own corporate intelligence firm.
Read the rest at Politico.
I'm putting this post up early so we can discuss what's happening in real time. It should be in interesting day.
54 Comments on "Thursday Reads: Russia Investigation Cover Up Live Blog/Open Thread"
In 2017, Barr gave an interview and said:
obstruction investigation was "asinine" and that Mueller risked "taking on the look of an entirely political operation to overthrow the president."
That and more in great April 4 piece by @nycsouthpawhttps://t.co/5iZGfFE7Ub
— Ryan Goodman (@rgoodlaw) April 18, 2019
The fake news conference has begun. Barr claims he is very concerned about Russia's interference in our election, but he also claims the Russian govt didn't have cooperation from the Trump gang. Yeah, sure.
Rod Rosenstein is standing behind Barr. He look like a statue. I haven't seem him blink his eyes yet. Perhaps he has been hypnotized or brainwashed?
janicen says:
I was just about to post, "Rod, blink if you need help"
This whole presser is so inappropriate I feel dirty watching it.
Twitter just froze. I don't know if it will stay on line today.
That look on Rosenstein's face is how you look when the devil takes your soul.
I finally saw him blink once. Maybe he's trying to send an SOS.
Reminder: Mueller did find evidence Stone successfully optimized release of stolen emails.
— emptywheel (@emptywheel) April 18, 2019
Be on the lookout for Barr to try to frame the debate as: No Crimes. At this point — at least for now — indictments of the president are off the table. So don't get drawn into discussions about crimes. The questions are about impeachable offenses. https://t.co/boqLnCli7J
— Elizabeth de la Vega (@Delavegalaw) April 18, 2019
Barr: "the Deputy Attorney General and I DISAGREED with some of the Special Counsel's legal theories" on #ObstructionOfJustice
Barr thinks we're idiots.
This is literally just a longer version of the Barr letter. Instead of recognizing that letter for the error in judgment it was, he is doubling down.
— Renato Mariotti (@renato_mariotti) April 18, 2019
Barr claims he has no objection to Robert Mueller testifying to Congress.
Well. Get Bobby 3 Sticks on the stand tomorrow.
Barr seems to be arguing that while Trump tried to obstruct justice, that was totally understandable because a lot of people were criticizing him and that made him mad.
— Paul Waldman (@paulwaldman1) April 18, 2019
In case you missed it, the attorney-general of the United States just blamed the media for the president's obstruction of justice. This is just completely fcking amazing.
— Charles P. Pierce (@CharlesPPierce) April 18, 2019
But. But. But. The fake news media made him do it?
That's about it. The poor little baby psychopath was "frustrated."
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Judiciary Chairman Nadler requests that special counsel Robert Mueller testify to panel 'no later than May 23' .
— Jonathan Lemire (@JonLemire) April 18, 2019
Let's have April 23! We can't afford to wait, and the bastards are going to try stalling no matter what date.
They need a little time to read and analyze the report. That's next Tuesday. I just hope Mueller does it.
Mona (aka Wonk the Vote) says:
That press conference was absurd.
I took Temple on a walk. I could't bring myself to watch it.
The White House has Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee-Sanders and now they have Attorney General Bill Huckabee-Barr Acting as Assistant Press Secretary. Barr pushed Trump's "no-collusion" narrative. This is not a legal term. Shameful and disrespectful of the American people.
— Glenn Kirschner (@glennkirschner2) April 18, 2019
Here's the first part of the redacted report.
Click to access report.pdf
They haven't provided any exhibits.
Corey Booker put up a searchable version on Scribd.
Trump upon learning of Mueller's appointment: "Oh my God. This is terrible. This is the end of my Presidency. I'm fucked."
page 290 pic.twitter.com/U3pDPgY56U
— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) April 18, 2019
Enheduanna says:
So he must be innocent then, right?
for once he had the best words.
That's the prefix to Barr's NO COLLUSION partial sentence.
— Brian Beutler (@brianbeutler) April 18, 2019
Helluva dance on hot coals to try to avoid collusion there.
RonStill4Hills says:
Have all the GD horcruxes been destroyed? Cause when this evil MF goes down I want him to stay down!
Ain't no tower high enough, ain't no dungeon low enough … ain't no prison strong enough …
Wow. This is a big reveal:
PETER SMITH was contacted by Michael Flynn to find the deleted Clinton emails, at Trump's request, per Mueller. pic.twitter.com/jKhZZAOcrp
— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) April 18, 2019
Trust me on this one: You should stop what you're doing right now and read @YAppelbaum's latest. https://t.co/zm0toCT9XP
— Adrienne LaFrance (@AdrienneLaF) April 18, 2019
House Majority @LeaderHoyer just told me : "Based on what we have seen to date, going forward on impeachment is not worthwhile at this point. Very frankly, there is an election in 18 months and the American people will make a judgement,"
— Dana Bash (@DanaBashCNN) April 18, 2019
Disappointing. Steny and Nancy need to step up.
WTAF? Do you know how much more damage Trump will do in 18 months? Collusion with a hostile foreign government and fraud aren't "worthwhile" to object to? Get your lazy ass in gear and impeach!
A bunch of Dems are upset with Steny, said he was off message. They obviously were unprepared.
"A President is impeachable if he attempts to subvert the Constitution."
— Mr. Madison, Constitutional Convention
If we allow "political viability" be the deciding factor on impeachment then we are unworthy.
There are bigger things than politics.
Is the rule of law worth defending and does constitutional responsibility mean anything?
If the answer is yes, then we MUST impeach. There is no other option.
Agree. Given that the AG is obviously trying to save the Republican Party, Democratic Party needs to save the country.
What gets to me is it's not considered an EMERGENCY that this lunatic is kidnapping children from their parents and creating a risk for nuclear holocaust on a regular basis.There is NO guarantee he won't be reelected.
And in the meantime he continues subverting the Constitution. Bill Clinton's blowjob was an emergency but stripping down America and selling it off for parts isn't?
Oh lookie – Ivanka is a big fat liar:
https://shareblue.com/ivanka-trump-tower-meeting-cover-up-mueller-report/
She was at the barrel of monkeys meeting in the flesh.
I suggested a couple weeks ago that we expected transportation and Mueller gave us a box of moped parts and a maintenance manual.
Basically that Mueller was teaching us to fish rather than giving us a fish…well the congress needs to get to fishing.
Here's what you need but you have to do the work yourself.
Just the redacted little tip of he iceberg above the surface of the swamp water proves that the House of Representatives has a duty to perform.
I recognize that removal is unlikely, and that impeachment may even energize the deplorables, but I am tired to death of operating out of fear. Making the safe choice rather than the RIGHT choice.
Being so careful that we pick a cypher like Tim Caine as a running mate. Nice guy, but closer to zero than hero. I wish Hills hard chosen another woman as a running mate. There were a few with talent and experience.
I don't want to hear any more about Ryan, or O'Rourke, or Delaney because what we need is a nice white Catholic boy, I was ready for a woman president in 2016 and guess what, I never got it!!!!
How does the saying go, "Faint heart never won shit!"
Let's gamble on truth and integrity and build this stupid moped!
How many more ways can we say it, if this orange piece of crap doesn't deserve impeachment then we need to quit lying to ourselves and strike it off the books.
I don't care if an impeachment resolution triggers the deplorables. We shouldn't plan strategy based on the deplorables' reactions. They are always going to be triggered by something or other. They're so pathologically insecure that the only way they can feel good about themselves is to look down on others.
ICYMI: My statement on the release of the redacted #Mueller report by AG Barr pic.twitter.com/b7yjKNTi8E
— Maxine Waters (@RepMaxineWaters) April 19, 2019
Help us Auntie Maxine! You're our Only Hope!!!
My screensaver needs a little animated Leia saying exactly that.
I want one too!


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Mayon (Central Bicolano: Bulkan Mayon, Filipino: Bulkang Mayon), also known as Mayon Volcano or Mount Mayon, is an active stratovolcano in the province of Albay in Bicol Region, on the large island of Luzon in the Philippines. Renowned as the "perfect cone" because of its symmetric conical shape, the volcano with its surrounding landscape was declared a national park on July 20 of 1938, the first in the nation. It was reclassified a Natural Park and renamed as the Mayon Volcano Natural Park in 2000. Local folklore refers to the volcano being named after the legendary princess-heroine Daragang Magayon (English: Beautiful Lady). Numerous festivals and rituals are associated with the volcano and its landscape. The volcano is the centerpiece of the Albay Biosphere Reserve, declared by UNESCO in 2016.
Mayon is the main landmark and highest point of the province of Albay and the whole Bicol Region in the Philippines, rising 2,462 metres (8,077 ft) from the shores of the Albay Gulf about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) away. The volcano is geographically shared by the eight cities and municipalities of Legazpi City, Daraga, Camalig, Guinobatan, Ligao City, Tabaco City, Malilipot and Santo Domingo (clockwise from Legazpi), which divide the cone like slices of a pie when viewed from above.
Mayon is a classic stratovolcano with a small central summit crater. The cone is considered the world's most perfectly formed volcano for its symmetry, which was formed through layers of lava flows and pyroclastic surges from past eruptions and erosion. The upper slopes of the basaltic-andesitic stratovolcano are steep, averaging 35–40 degrees.
Like other volcanoes around the Pacific Ocean, Mayon is a part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. It is on the southeast side of Luzon, close to the Philippine Trench, which is the convergent boundary where the Philippine Sea Plate sinks beneath (is subducted beneath) the Philippine Mobile Belt. When an oceanic plate subducts, it releases water into the overlying mantle. The water lowers the melting point of the mantle and triggers melting that generates magma. The magma rises and erupts at the surface at a volcano like Mayon.
Mayon is the most active volcano in the Philippines, erupting over 50 times in the past 500 years. The first eruption for which an extended account exists was the six-day event of July 20, 1766.
An old photograph of the Cagsawa ruins with the façade still standing. The church was largely destroyed during the 1814 eruption of Mayon. Only the bell tower exists today.
The most destructive eruption of Mayon occurred on February 1, 1814 (VEI=4). Lava flowed but less than the 1766 eruption. The volcano belched dark ash and eventually bombarded the town of Cagsawa with tephra that buried it. Trees burned, and rivers were certainly damaged. Proximate areas were also devastated by the eruption, with ash accumulating to 9 m (30 ft) in depth. In Albay, 2,200 locals perished in what is considered to be the most lethal eruption in Mayon's history; though estimates by PHIVOLCS list the casualties at about 1,200. The eruption is believed to have contributed to the accumulation of atmospheric ash capped by the catastrophic 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora, that led to the Year Without a Summer in 1816.
At the date of my visit, the volcano had poured out, for five months continuously, a stream of lava on the Legaspi side from the very summit. The viscid mass bubbled quietly but grandly, and overran the border of the crater, descending several hundred feet in a glowing wave, like red-hot iron. Gradually, fading as the upper surface cooled, it changed to a thousand sparkling rills among the crevices, and, as it passed beyond the line of complete vision behind the woods near the base, the fires twinkled like stars, or the scintillions of a dying conflagration. More than half of the mountain height was thus illuminated.
Mayon's longest uninterrupted eruption occurred on June 23, 1897 (VEI=4), which rained fire for seven days. Lava once again flowed down to civilization. Eleven kilometers (7 miles) eastward, the village of Bacacay was buried 15 m (49 ft) beneath the lava. In Sto.Domingo 100 people were killed by steam and falling debris or hot rocks. Other villages like San Roque, Misericordia and Santo Niño became deathtraps. Ash was carried in black clouds as far as 160 kilometres (99 mi) from the catastrophic event, which killed more than 400 people.
No casualties were recorded from the 1984 eruption after more than 73,000 people were evacuated from the danger zones as recommended by PHIVOLCS scientists. But in 1993, pyroclastic flows killed 75 people, mainly farmers, during the eruption.
At June 22, 1999 Mayon emitted an ash column that rose 7–10 km above the vent. The emission was recorded by the seismic network of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology as an explosion that lasted for 10 minutes. No volcanic earthquakes nor other visible signs of abnormal activity were observed before the explosion.
Mayon's 48th modern-era eruption was on July 13, 2006, followed by quiet effusion of lava that started on July 14, 2006. Nearly 40,000 people were evacuated from the 8-kilometre (5.0 mi) danger zone on the southeast flank of the volcano.
After an ash explosion of September 1, 2006, a general decline in the overall activity of Mayon was established. The decrease in key parameters such as seismicity, sulfur dioxide emission rates and ground inflation all indicated a waning condition. The slowdown in the eruptive activity was also evident from the decrease in intensity of crater glow and the diminishing volume of lava extruded from the summit. PHILVOLCS Alert Level 4 was lowered to Level 3 on September 11, 2006; to Level 2 on October 3, 2006; and to Level 1 on October 25, 2006.
On August 10, 2008, a small summit explosion ejected ash 200 metres (660 ft) above the summit, which drifted east-northeast. In the weeks prior to the eruption, a visible glow increased within the crater and increased seismicity.
On July 10, 2009, PHIVOLCS raised the status from Alert Level 1 (low level unrest) to Alert Level 2 (moderate unrest) because the number of recorded low frequency volcanic earthquakes rose to the same level as those prior to the 2008 phreatic explosion.
At 5:32 a.m. on October 28, 2009, a minor ash explosion lasting for about one minute occurred in the summit crater. A brown ash column rose about 600 metres (2,000 ft) above the crater and drifted northeast. In the prior 24 hours, 13 volcanic earthquakes were recorded. Steam emission was at moderate level, creeping downslope toward the southwest. PHIVOLCS maintained the Alert Status at Level 2, but later warned that with the approach of tropical cyclone international codename Mirinae, the danger of lahars and possible crater wall collapse would greatly increase and all specified precautions should be taken.
At 1:58 am on November 11, 2009, a minor ash explosion occurred at the summit crater lasting for about three minutes. This was recorded by the seismic network as an explosion-type earthquake with rumbling sounds. Incandescent rock fragments at the upper slope were observed in nearby barangays. Ash column was not observed because of cloud cover. After dawn, field investigation showed ashfall had drifted southwest of the volcano. In the 24-hour period, the seismic network recorded 20 volcanic earthquakes. Alert Status was kept at Level 2 indicating the current state of unrest could lead to more ash explosion or eventually to hazardous magmatic eruption.
At 8 pm on December 14, 2009, after 83 volcanic quakes in the preceding 24 hours and increased sulfur dioxide emissions, PHIVOLCS raised the Alert status to Level 3.
Early in the morning of December 15, 2009, a moderate ash explosion occurred at the summit crater and "quiet extrusion of lava" resulted in flows down to about 500 metres (1,600 ft) from the summit. By evening, Albay Province authorities evacuated about 20,000 residents out of the 8-kilometre (5.0 mi) danger zone and into local evacuation centres. About 50,000 people live within the 8-kilometre (5.0 mi) zone.
On December 17, 2009, five ash ejections occurred, with one reaching 500 metres (1,600 ft) above the summit. Sulfur dioxide emission increased to 2,758 tonnes per 24 hours, lava flows reached down to 1,500 metres (4,900 ft) below the summit, and incandescent fragments from the lava pile continuously rolling down Bonga Gully reached a distance of 3–4 km below the summit. By midday, a total of 33,833 people from 7,103 families had been evacuated, 72 percent of the total number of people that needed to be evacuated, according to Albay Governor Joey Salceda.
On December 20, 2009, PHIVOLCS raised Mayon's status level to alert level 4 because of an increasing lava flow in the southern portion of the volcano and an increase in sulfur dioxide emission to 750 tonnes per day. Almost 460 earthquakes in the volcano were monitored. In the border of the danger zone, rumbling sounds like thunder were heard. Over 9,000 families (44,394 people) were evacuated by the Philippine government from the base of the volcano. No civilian was permitted within the 8 km danger zone, which was cordoned off by the Philippine military who actively patrolled to enforce the "no-go" rule and to ensure no damage or loss of property of those evacuated.
Mayon erupting on December 29, 2009.
Alert level 4 was maintained as the volcano remained restive through December, prompting affected residents to spend Christmas and the New Year in evacuation centers. On December 25, sulfur dioxide emissions peaked at 8,993 tons per day. On December 28, PHIVOLCS director Renato Solidum commented on the status of the volcano, "You might think it is taking a break but the volcano is still swelling." On the next day December 29, a civil aviation warning for the airspace near the summit was included in the volcano bulletins. The ejected volcanic material since the start of the eruption was estimated to have been between 20 million to 23 million cubic meters of rocks and volcanic debris, compared to 50 million to 60 million cubic meters in past eruptions.
On January 2, 2010, PHIVOLCS lowered the alert level of the volcano from level 4 to level 3, citing decreasing activity observed over the prior four days. The state agency noted the absence of ash ejections and relative weakness of steam emissions and the gradual decrease in sulfur dioxide emissions from a maximum of 8,993 tonnes per day to 2,621 tonnes per day. 7,218 families within the 7–8 km danger zones returned to their homes, while 2,728 families residing in the 4–6 km danger zone remained in the evacuation centers pending a decision to further lower the alert level.
On January 13, 2010, PHIVOLCS reduced the Alert Level from 3 to 2 due to a further reduction in the likelihood of hazardous eruption.
Albay governor Joey Salceda declared the disaster zone an 'open city' area to encourage aid from external groups. Potential donors of relief goods were not required to secure clearance from the Provincial Disaster Coordinating Council, and were coordinated directly with support groups at the local government level.
The restiveness of the volcano also stimulated the tourism industry of the province. Up to 2,400 tourists per day arrived in the area in the two weeks after the volcano started erupting on December 14, filling local hotels, compared to a more modest average of 200 in the days prior. However it was reported that some tourists lured by local "guides" ignored government warnings not to venture into the 8-kilometre (5.0 mi) danger zone. "It's a big problem. I think the first violation of the zero casualty (record) will be a dead tourist," said Salceda.
Speaking about thrill-seekers finding their way into the area, Salceda warned, "At the moment of the eruption, the local guides will have better chance of getting out. The helpless tourist will be left behind."
Following the declaration of alert level 3 for the volcano, the United States issued an advisory cautioning its nationals from traveling to Mayon. Canada and the United Kingdom also posted advisories discouraging their nationals from visiting the volcano.
The United States government committed $100,000 in financial aid for the evacuees of Mayon. In cooperation with the Philippine government the assistance was delivered through the Philippine National Red Cross and other NGOs by USAID.
The Albay provincial government ordered the local military to add more checkpoints, place roadblocks and arrest tourists caught traveling inside the 8-kilometre (5.0 mi) danger zone.
Power and water supply were cut off within the danger zone to further discourage residents from returning. The Commission on Human Rights allowed the use of emergency measures and gave the authorities clearance to forcibly evacuate residents who refused to leave.
When the alert level around the volcano was lowered from alert level 4 to alert level 3 on January 2, 2010, the Albay provincial government ordered a decampment of some 47,000 displaced residents from the evacuation centers. Power and water supply in the danger zones were restored. Military vehicles were used to transport the evacuees back to their homes, while food supplies and temporary employment through the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) were provided to the heads of each family. As of January 3, 2010, the National Disaster Coordinating Council reported the overall cost of humanitarian aid and other assistance provided by the government and non-government organizations (NGOs) has reached over 61 million pesos since the start of the eruption.
The United Nations World Food Programme (UN-WFP) delivered 20 tons of high energy biscuits to the evacuees to complement supplies provided by the DSWD, with more allocated from emergency food stocks intended for relief from the effects of the 2009 Pacific typhoon season. When the alert level was downgraded to level 3 on January 2, 2010, UN-WFP provided three days worth of food for evacuees returning to their homes who will continue to receive supplies already set aside for them.
On May 7, 2013, at 8 a.m. (PST), the volcano produced a surprise phreatic eruption lasting 73 seconds. Ash, steam and rock were produced during this eruption. Ash clouds reached 500 meters above the volcano's summit and drifted west southwest. The event killed five climbers, of whom three were German, one was a Spaniard living in Germany, and one was a Filipino tour guide. Seven others were reported injured. The bodies of the hikers were soon located by the authorities. However, due to rugged and slippery terrain, the hikers' remains were slowly transferred from Camp 2 to Camp 1, the site of the rescue operations at the foot of the volcano. According to Dr. Butch Rivera of Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital, the hikers died due to trauma in their bodies, and suffocation. Authorities were also able to rescue a Thai national who was unable to walk due to fatigue and had suffered a broken arm and burns on the neck and back.
Despite the eruption, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology stated that the alert level would remain at 0. No volcanic earthquake activity was detected in the 24 hours prior to the eruption, and no indication of further intensification of volcanic activity was observed. and no evacuation was being planned.
The government of the United Kingdom advised its nationals to follow the advisories given by the local authorities, and respect the 6 km permanent danger zone. The advisory was given a day after the May 7, 2013 phreatic explosion.
On August 12, 2014, a new 30m-50m high lava dome appeared in the summit crater. This event was preceded by inflations of the volcano (measured by precise leveling, tilt data, and GPS), and increases in sulphur dioxide gas emissions.
On September 14, 2014, rockfall events at the southeastern rim of the crater and heightened seismic activity caused PHIVOLCS to increase the alert level for Mayon from 2 to 3, which indicates relatively high unrest with magma at the crater, and that hazardous eruption is possible within weeks. The rockfalls and visible incandescence of the crater from molten lava and hot volcanic gas both indicated a possible incipient breaching of the growing summit lava dome.
On September 15, 2014, NASA's Moderate-Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) detected thermal anomalies near Mayon's summit, consistent with magma at the surface.
On September 16, 2014, provincial governor Joey Salceda said that the government would begin to "fast-track the preparation to evacuate 12,000 families in the 6–8 km extended danger zone", and soldiers would enforce the no-go areas.
On September 18, 2014, PHIVOLCS reported 142 VT earthquake events and 251 rockfall events. White steam plumes drifted to the south-southwest and rain clouds covered the summit. Sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission was measured at an 757 tonnes after a peak of 2,360 tonnes on September 6. Ground deformation (precise leveling and tilt meters) during the 3rd week of August 2014 recorded edifice inflation.
On January 13, 2018, at 4:21 PM (PST), a phreatic eruption occurred that propelled a grayish steam and ash plume approximately 2500 m high that drifted to the southwest side of the volcano. The activity lasted approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes and traces of ash fell in Barangay Anoling, Daraga, Barangays Sua, Quirangay, Tumpa, Ilawod and Salugan of Camalig and in Barangays Tandarora, Maninila, and Travesia in Guinobatan. Sulfuric odor was noted by residents of Camalig town proper. Rumbling sounds were also heard by residents of Brgy. Anoling, Daraga and rockfall events were intermittently recorded. Faint crater glow was first observed at 10:16 PM. The event prompted DOST-PHIVOLCS to raise the Alert Level of Mayon Volcano from Alert Level 1 (abnormal) to Alert Level 2 (increasing unrest).  About 40,000 residents were displaced in the resulting evacuation.
On January 16, 2018, the province of Albay declared a state of calamity as lava flows reached the limits of the 6km evacuation zone.
On January 23, 2018, 300 to 500 meter lava fountains were observed and a giant column of ashes was spewed around 8:50 AM.
On January 24, 2018, column of ashes was spewed around 6AM and 11AM.
The church tower is what remains of the Cagsawa Church, which was damaged by the 1814 eruption of Mayon. It withstood the damage done by Typhoon Durian (Reming) in 2006.
Following the eruption of November 30, 2006, strong rainfall which accompanied Typhoon Durian produced lahars from the volcanic ash and boulders of the last eruption killing at least 1,266 people. The precise figure may never be known since many people were buried under the mudslides. A large portion of the village of Padang (an outer suburb of Legazpi City) was covered in mud up to the houses' roofs. Students from Aquinas University in Barangay Rawis, also in Legazpi, were among those killed as mudslides engulfed their dormitory. Central Legazpi escaped the mudslide but suffered from severe flooding and power cuts.
Parts of the town of Daraga were also devastated, including the Cagsawa area, where the ruins from the eruption of 1814 were partially buried once again. Large areas of Guinobatan, Albay were destroyed, particularly Barangay Maipon.
A similar post-eruption lahar occurred in October 1766, months after the July eruption of that year. The heavy rainfall also accompanying a violent typhoon carried down disintegrated fragmental ejecta, burying plantations and whole villages. In 1825, the event was repeated in Cagsawa killing 1,500 people.
Mayon is the most active volcano in the Philippines, and its activity is regularly monitored by PHIVOLCS from their provincial headquarters on Ligñon Hill, about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) SSE from the summit.
Three telemetric units are installed on Mayon's slopes, which send information to the seven seismometers in different locations around the volcano. These instruments relay data to the Ligñon Hill observatory and the PHIVOLCS central headquarters on the University of the Philippines Diliman campus.
PHIVOLCS also deploys electronic distance meters (EDMs), precise leveling benchmarks, and portable fly spectrometers to monitor the volcano's daily activity.
Mayon has been featured as part of the design of Philippine money.
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I've experienced a lot over the past three decades in the sport of natural bodybuilding. I've had some great training sessions, attained PRS, made good progress and I've competed as a natural pro since 2011. I'm extremely proud of what I have accomplished as an athlete, but I'm most proud of my longevity. Speaking as a 45 year old, I know longevity isn't something many younger bodybuilders think about (I know I didn't) but, it should be if you want a long and successful run in this sport. Many of our great champions reach their primes only once they are well into their 30's, 40's and in some cases, even into their 50's (right Mr. Johnson?). So, it's important we fully understand great development and muscle maturity in the sport of natural bodybuilding takes time.
For many of us, we start our journey extremely motivated and sometimes so obsessed with quick progress that it becomes a double-edged sword. On one side of the sword, we need fire and passion to reach our goals, but the other side if this fire and passion is misplaced, it can lead to negative consequences. If we're overly eager, especially in the weight room, and we're too focused on the present without giving much thought to the future, ironically we can end up slowing down our progress in the long run. Why do I say this you might ask? Far too often I've seen misguided motivation lead to unwanted injuries. Injuries, which result in loss of training time or sometimes even ending bodybuilding careers.
Psychologically, insecurity can also come into play when we want or expect progress to come faster than what is truly reasonable. This insecurity can lead to disappointment, discouragement, unhappiness and potentially can result in a bodybuilder calling it quits. For these reasons, I feel it's important to embrace, accept and prioritize longevity early on so you're increasing the likelihood for a long, successful and most importantly enjoyable journey.
Below are my five personal keys that have produced my longevity.
Let's be real and understand that gaining muscle as a natural bodybuilder is like watching paint dry or grass grow. I don't mean to sound discouraging, I'm just being a realist. It's a process that takes a long time to see good, quality results, so mastering patience is crucial in mastering longevity. If you're patient and don't get ahead of yourself you'll be more in control of not just the physical part of the journey, but more importantly the mental side which brings more enjoyment and prevents burnout. Whether its gaining muscle or shredding down for shows, if the process is done patiently with plenty of time it allows for a much more serene environment to work in.
How many times have you seen or even experienced an injury that occurred because of ego? You know the guy bench pressing 350lbs with the spotter behind him doing upright rows. Or the infamous guy with 1,000lbs on the leg press only doing ¼ range of motion. I'm sure you've also seen the guy who is ¼ squatting 500lbs! I think you get my point and often the culprit is the ego driven by the desire for fast progress. What I've learned over the years is that you end up going faster in the long run when you go slower; ala the tortoise and the hare. I'll admit I was "that guy" some time ago and in my early 20's I was really loose with form. I recall a lift session where I was throwing around 100lb dbs on incline chest press only to have a gentleman in his mid-40's (about my age now) next to me offer up some unsolicited advice. Not in his exact words, but in a nutshell he said, "Man, you need to lower the weight and work on your form otherwise you're going to be like me at my age. My shoulders are so bad, I only have ¼ the range of motion. I don't want to see you end up like me when you're my age." Of course, being in my early 20's, having good development (not great), and with an approach dictated by my ego, I simply wasn't mature enough to accept his sound advice. I wasn't rude to him, but in my head, I blew him off. What's fascinating to me is that I'm in that gentleman's position now, preaching the exact same advice to others, that he gave me. Lift with timeless form for optimal development and to reduce the risk for aches, pains and injuries. I wish I could go back in time, put my ego aside, be humble, accept his advice and shake his hand. It would have saved me a lot of heartache over the years. If you're reading this Mr. Gentleman, I'm sorry I blew you off and thank you.
Having good development is not the best indicator of knowledge.
What is timeless form? Timeless form means you're using loads that are manageable without the need to rely on excessive momentum or body English to complete the lift. I'm not suggesting you should be a form Nazi, but your form should effectively train the targeted muscles and help prevent aches, pains and injuries. Of course, when you lift heavy weight there will always be risk. Risk is an unavoidable part of the game, but if you ensure you are lifting with timeless form you're making the best effort you can to improve longevity. I also want to point out that timeless form should not be confused with training soft or holding back as that's not what I'm saying. Rather, the goal is to lift as heavy as possibly while staying in total control to ensure optimal progress is made in strength and muscle development while minimizing injury risk.
I feel rest and recovery is just as important as the training itself. Like I mentioned earlier in this article, many younger bodybuilders are so eager for progress to a fault. Ego and insecurity can lead to pushing harder and harder and doing more and more to the point where it halts progress or puts you on the sidelines. Our inner voice tells us not to be soft, so we carelessly push on when in fact we probably need some rest and recovery. Far too often I've seen athletes who bit off more than they could chew only to lose valuable time and progress because of their ego and insecurity. It takes discipline to train and to follow a diet, but arguably it takes even more discipline to take your scheduled rest days, deloads and even unscheduled rest days when needed, to ensure you're progressing and taking care of your body over the long haul. Just like cars need oil changes, you need rest and recovery. If you choose to ignore your engine's mileage and drive quickly past the oil change facility, sure you might get to Chipotle faster (my attempt at a joke), but at the same time you're risking a breakdown. More importantly you're probably not going to get the same amount of life out of your car if you would have stopped every 3,000 miles and taken care of your engine. Like a well-tuned car that gets 300,000 miles of use, you want to get the same type of mileage out of your career.
Probably the most important key for my longevity is my enjoyment. If you're enjoying what you're doing, chances are you'll keep doing it. In this era of natural bodybuilding where science plays a huge role in our decision making, it's easy to get caught up in what is "optimal" or in the minutia. It's common to fall prey to "paralysis by analysis"; over thinking everything to the point where progress freezes and there is a loss of enjoyment. Of course we want to understand the science behind the sport so we can improve our approach over time. But, in my opinion if a change to your approach sacrifices your enjoyment, it won't be optimal in the long run. I've been in this sport for 31 years and I've been far from optimal at times, but what I've always done well is finding a sustainable approach. I truly believe I'm still going strong because I've found more love in the process than in the progress. Over the many years the process has seen many faces for me and I've made a lot of mistakes, but it's hard for me to think of a time where I truly wasn't enjoying myself. Even now in my 31st year of training I still don't know what optimal is and you would think I should know by now! In fact, more than likely I will never know what optimal is for me (will any of us really?), but what I do know is I love trying to find out what is.
Those are my five personal keys to a long and successful career. In closing, and I mean this in the humblest way possible, I hope that in 20 years at least one of you will come and shake my hand, just like I should have with that gentleman in the gym so long ago.
All the best on a long and successful journey!
Incredible article! In my opinion, this should be at the door of every gym. Thanks Jeff for sharing your vast knowledge and years of experience.
Miguel more than welcome and thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the article!
Justin really appreciate that! Thank you!
Nice read – very informative! Thanks Jeff!
Great article coach! Definitely looking forward to staying in the game for decades coming. Started out when I was 16, I'm 21 now and enjoying lifting just like the first day.
Amazing words of wisdom. I'm 22 and you probably saved me from a future rotator cuff injury or two! I've been especially focusing on 2 and 4; it's incredible how properly scheduled deloads can skyrocket progress!
as a bodybuilder these are some great tips on how to avoid injury thanks for the article.
Great read, well put, and all excellent points. Thanks to you and all of 3DMJ for everything you do. The consistent, positive work you all put out is greatly apprecciated. Now to schedule an overdue deload….


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Harish Dhawan 14 March 2013
Indian bank, Axis Bank has launched an investigation after it was alleged that the bank is involved in money laundering activities.
The bank said that it will conduct a thorough investigation into the information that surfaced regarding the alleged money laundering activities at the bank. It said that the management looks at deviations form tis high standards very seriously.
The company said in a statement, "Axis Bank has systems and processes that are robust and fully compliant with extant regulations. We will examine whatever information that is brought to our notice and investigate thoroughly. The bank has built a strong customer franchise over the years and maintains high corporate governance standards."
The bank said that all of its all of businesses are expected to display best practices that are adopted across the group institutions. The investigations were launched after an online magazine called Cobrapost claimed that its undercover investigation has found that ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Axis Bank are involved in money laundering activities in the country. It claimed that the money laundering services are being offered openly across bank branches.

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The Run is a call to service and spiritual growth, and the priest is fundamental to the overall success of the program. He creates a "garden" of the parish with rich soil in which the RFV seed can flourish.
The pastor should be intimately involved with the RFV activities, guiding the parish team leader and team members by helping them to prioritize and secure donations.
Any solicitation for funds or notices to the parish bulletin must be approved by the Pastor.
The team leader, in particular, should stay engaged with the team by supporting and encouraging them via personal phone calls or emails.
Put gentle pressure on each team member to fundraise. This cannot be done only individually but by group activities, including bake sales, car washes, and rummage sales. Enlist the help of local restaurants by asking them to donate a portion of their sales during a designated period of time.
Remind people that all donations are tax deductible.
Be sensitive to other's financial abilities to donate. Find benefactors in the parish. Keep up with group and individual fundraising, and don't wait until the last minute.
Encourage training groups and training partners.
Suggest group fundraising as a great way to build team spirit.
Plan team social events in order to enlist others.
Encourage runners and walkers to recruit friends, neighbors, and co-workers.
Set membership goals: "Let's see if we can get 5, then 10, then 20, then 30!"
Advertise via personal invitation, church bulletins, informational meetings, phone calls, and subtle arm-twisting.
Make it personal, using a seminarian's name: "Run for John!" or "Run for Dan!"
Take the Bucket List angle: I'd always wanted to run a marathon or 10K…"
If someone says, "I'm out of shape," assure them that this will be a wonderful way to get into shape!
If someone says they are too busy to train, encourage them to walk the 10K.
If someone can neither run nor walk, ask them to sponsor another runner or walker.
Delegating builds team mentality, reduces the workload, increases overall efficiency and productivity, and encourages responsibility and accountability.
Avoid micromanaging. Encourage others to use their gifts and skills, and then let them loose.
Hold others accountable, but remember the team leader is ultimately responsible.
Write a letter or an email to family, friends, colleagues, faithful Catholics, school contacts, and parishioners to enlist their support.
Advertise in your parish bulletin to solicit donations from the advertisers in your church bulletin.
Invite family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to a RFV fundraising party!
Consider a wine tasting event, a ladies' fashion show or luncheon, an afternoon tea, a scotch and cigar party, Casino Night, a raffle, a car wash, a golf or tennis outing, a jewelry or bridge party, a cooking class, a jewelry show, a Spring Triple Crown Horse Race, or a yard sale.
Organize a Catholic School Tag Day by seeking approval from the Day School principal to devote one of their Tag Day (out of uniform day) charities to benefit the seminarians during the Marathon season.
Sell donuts after Mass or before school.
Church Collection. Seek your pastor's approval to have a special weekend collection for a $1 donation to the RFV marathon. Last year, we had great success in soliciting funds from the parishes. You may want to ask your pastor to make an announcement to say that you will be asking for donations in the vestibule after Mass.
But, above all, don't forget to talk it up! Share your Marathon quest with everyone you know and, depending upon their ability to give, ask for donations for such a worthy cause.


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Q: How do I upload a converted drawable in android to Firebase? In my application, I am able to properly convert the drawable to an image and save it locally on the device. However, I'll need to push the image to Firebase and not save it locally. Here's what I have done.
public void saveImage () {

    int count = 0;

    File sdDirectory = Environment.getExternalStorageDirectory();
    File subDirectory = new File(sdDirectory.toString() + "/Pictures/Paint");

    if (subDirectory.exists()) {
        File[] existing = subDirectory.listFiles();

        for (File file : existing) {
            if (file.getName().endsWith(".jpg") || file.getName().endsWith(".png")) {

                count++;
            }
        }
    } else {
        subDirectory.mkdir();
    }

    if (subDirectory.exists()) {
        File image = new File(subDirectory, "/drawing_" + (count + 1) + ".png");

        FileOutputStream fileOutputStream;

        try {
            fileOutputStream = new FileOutputStream(image);
            //The code below still doesn't save the image online in firebase.
            Uri file = Uri.fromFile(image);
//            StorageReference fileRef = reference.child(System.currentTimeMillis() + "." + getFileExtension(file));
            StorageReference fileRef = reference.child(System.currentTimeMillis() + ".png");

            fileRef.putFile(file).addOnSuccessListener(new OnSuccessListener<UploadTask.TaskSnapshot>() {
                @Override
                public void onSuccess(UploadTask.TaskSnapshot taskSnapshot) {
                    fileRef.getDownloadUrl().addOnSuccessListener(new OnSuccessListener<Uri>() {
                        @Override
                        public void onSuccess(Uri uri) {
                            Model model = new Model(uri.toString());
                    String modelId = root.push().getKey();
                    root.child(modelId).setValue(model);
                    progressBar.setVisibility(View.INVISIBLE);
                            Toast.makeText(getContext(), "Uploaded Successfully!", Toast.LENGTH_SHORT).show();
                        }
                    });
                }
            }).addOnFailureListener(new OnFailureListener() {
                @Override
                public void onFailure(@NonNull Exception e) {
                    Toast.makeText(getContext(), "Uploading Failed!", Toast.LENGTH_SHORT).show();
                }
            });

            Boolean bool = mBitmap.compress(Bitmap.CompressFormat.PNG, 100, fileOutputStream);

            fileOutputStream.flush();
            fileOutputStream.close();

            Toast.makeText(getContext(), "saved locally", Toast.LENGTH_LONG).show();
        } catch (FileNotFoundException e) {
        } catch (IOException e) {
        }
    }
}

It's always failing to upload the file but it successfully saves it locally. I've even just tried to display a notification upon a successful upload but it doesn't even get to the addOnSuccessListener talk less of the onSuccessMethod. I feel like I'm close but what could I be doing wrong?

A: Your code is ignoring all kinds of error, which make it really hard for you (let alone us) to troubleshoot.
First off: stop catching errors and doing nothing with them, like in } catch (FileNotFoundException e) {. At the very least you should log them with:
Log.e("Storage", "Error uploading image", e)

Same for the IOException, and for public void onFailure(@NonNull Exception e) {: if you log e there too, you may be able to find (in your logcat output) what is going wrong.

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Sirea Spain will be at the International Machine-Tool Exhibition of Bilbao (BIEMH) from 30th May, to 4th of June of 2016, together with iAR. In their stand, you will discover a part dedicated to iAR, Industrial Augmented Reality, and another part dedicated to Sirea products !
In the third edition of Impulso Emprendedor, promoted by the Government of Navarra, iAR has been selected jointly by Correos and MTorres.


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Halloween Knockers: Celebrating Haddonfield's Most Memorable Racks!
October 31, 2016 by Acid Pop Cult	in Actors, Horror, Movies, Pop Culture and tagged Acid Pop Cult, Best of, Haddonfield, halloween, Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers, Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers, Halloween H20: Twenty Years Later, Halloween II, Halloween II Remake, Halloween III: Season of the Witch, Halloween Knockers, Halloween Remake, Halloween: Resurrection, Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, Icon vs Icon, J Mo, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jeremy L. Morrison, John Carpenter, Kathleen Kinmont, Kristina Klebe, Mariah O'Brien, Michael Myers, P.J. Soles, Pamela Susan Shoop, Rob Zombie, Stacey Nelkin, Sylvia Jefferies, Tamara Glynn, Tyra Banks	| Leave a comment
It's that time of year again, folks. Leaves are changing colors, children of all ages are dressing up to battle rogue killer clowns while gathering as much candy as humanly possible, and horror aficionados are dusting off their VHS tapes to take a trip to beautiful Haddonfield, IL. Oh, and resident boobie guru J-Mo is back to count down the most memorable assets our old pal Michael Myers has encountered. If you're new to this, let's revisit the rules: 1) J-Mo can only choose one actress per film. 2) The actress does NOT have to appear nude. J-Mo appreciates boobs of all shapes and sizes, and he feels that a little mystery can be a great thing. 3) J-Mo is not a sexist pig. Breasts are great and should be celebrated. Free the nipple or something. 4) J-Mo hates writing in the third person, so why don't we get this thing underway!
10. Mariah O'Brien – Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995)
Kicking off our list at number ten is the grunge princess of Haddonfield, Mariah O'Brien. Mariah plays Beth, the "have sex and you'll die," shock-jock lovin' girlfriend of Tim Strode. Apparently Beth didn't get the memo that the Strode's have a rather short life expectancy in Haddonfield. Beth's main purpose in the film is leading the cause to bring Halloween back to Haddonfield. I don't know, Beth, when all seems quiet in the streets of Haddonfield, maybe you should leave well enough alone and head over to a neighboring town to celebrate. Word on the street is the Doyle's haven't been handing out those full sized snicker bars since 1978 anyway. Copious character flaws aside, Beth is one of the few in the series BZ (Before Zombie) to show some skin, and for that us fans will forever be thankful. Perky pokers aside, you're annoying as all hell, and J-Mo don't do crazy.
9. Tamara Glynn – Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989)
At number nine we have Tamara Glynn. After a recent conversation with Thomas Bryce of Shit Movie Fest I believe he is going to be very displeased with her ranking on the list, but I'm sure our friendship will survive this hiccup. Tamara plays Samantha Thomas, the typical peppy girl next door blonde type with a kooky boyfriend. Her sole purpose in the film is yet again to warn children of the "have sex and you'll die" mantra that horror films loved to spew at you in the 1980s. By the way, this is total bullshit and can be proved wrong by a handful of slasher films up to and counting "Friday the 13th"…#MakeHorrorGreatAgain… Back to Tamara, she really is sweet in the film and is ready to take things to the next level with her silly boy-toy, but ultimately leaves much to be desired.
8. Tyra Banks – Halloween: Resurrection (2002)
I know what you're thinking…
Listen… I know she is literally the worst part of a movie featuring Busta Rhymes kung-fu fighting Michael Myers, but two things. First: Diversity. Second:… Halloween: Resurrection is slim pickins, folks. I know technically I'm not supposed to judge the hangers by their work outside of the film itself, but you know they're there. Unfortunately for the viewers of this supremely underrated sequel, Tyra finds herself in this position for the majority of her time on screen… I'm not sure why she is so confused in this movie, or why she is so content on covering her best attributes up, but hey, jokes on me. She made the list and you got a visual presentation…Well played, Tyra.
7. Sylvia Jefferies – Halloween II (2009)
In at number eight is Sylvia Jefferies as Misty Dawn in Rob Zombie's Halloween II. It's no secret that I'm not an uber fan of any Halloween PZ (Post Zombie), but I will say I enjoyed his sequel effort more because you can kinda shut your brain off and not worry about much for the duration of the running time. Misty Dawn is about as scuzzy of a human you'll find around Haddonfield. Sylvia's part is small in the film, but it is a lot of fun. Mainly because WWE Superstar Michael Myers comes in and fucks shit up in such a laughable manner, one can't help but wonder if the scene was written to be one of the greatest Kids in the Hall sketches of all-time. One might say Sylvia is the White Horse of the film. Would that make Daniel Roebuck the White Knight as he is riding her, plowing that ass doggy-style like a city employee ruining a Snow Day? WOW! Halloween II (2009) has just been saved!
6. P.J. Soles – Halloween (1978)
Yup, you totally read that right. P.J. Soles totally comes in at number six as Lynda van der Klok in the original Halloween. I totally know what you're thinking, but I have to ask you, "see anything you like?" Totally! P.J. Soles totally deserves this spot on the list. Any of the girls from Halloween could have totally made the cut, but I can only choose one. Lynda is totally THE "have sex and you'll die" character of the entire series. She meets her demise after totally one of the quickest bone sessions with her main man Bob. And to add insult to injury, Lynda's gasps for help are totally confused for fake orgasms by Laurie. P.J. Soles is totally a treasure, and she'll always have a place in the fans heart as the hippest chick in Haddonfield. Even if she always totally forgets her text books. Totally.
5. Kristina Klebe – Halloween (2007)
Oh shit, son! Back-to-back Lynda's on the list! Kristina Klebe lands on the list at number five and we're totally halfway done. Okay, so I think I used all the "totally's" I can muster for P.J. Soles, so why don't we just go back to a normal discussion about how amazing Kristina Klebe is in Halloween. More specifically how she is, I believe, the first full frontal nude of the series. Pretty awesome if it's true. I don't think I made that fact up. Fact check me, Internet. Kristina Klebe's Lynda is not much of a departure from P.J. Soles' Lynda, but I thought she was deserving of this higher spot as she was the only one of the three main girls in present day Haddonfield that didn't make me want to punch kittens. Also, Klebe is one of the best actresses in film. Hands down. And she speaks German. Sign me up for those bonus points. Soles' Lynda was there for the body count. Though Klebe's is as well, and even knowing her fate before the opening credits even roll, she's one of the few likable characters PZ. I would have put her higher on the list, but we;ve got some real Heavy Hangers…I mean, Heavy Hitters, coming up!
4. Halloween H20: Twenty Years Later (1998)
Finally! Jamie Lee Curtis has made her way on to the list. And yes, it's for Halloween H20: Twenty Years Later. Sure she had a set of lungs on her (Stu's words, not mine) in parts one and two, but to me, Jamie Lee Curtis is way hotter in H20 than the original flicks. She is a maternal figure working at a school. She's having this secret fling with the Guidance Counselor. Drinks a lot. Still need convincing? How about this… This is a photo from True Lies released four years prior to H20. But let's focus on H20 specifically… Jamie Lee Curtis as ax wielding Laurie Strode aka Keri Tate is one of the greatest images of the Haloween franchise. Their are two types of Halloween fan out there. The type that associates Jamie Lee Curtis with Halloween and the type that associates Danielle Harris with Halloween. Group B should not be trusted.
3. Stacey Nelkin – Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)
I had a real dilemma as to whether or not I could or should include Season of the Witch on this list. It is a departure from Haddonfield and Michael Myers, but I was reminded that when Tom Atkins goes to the bar, a commercial for the original Halloween is seen playing on TV. LOOP HOLES! Also, and this is more for my own sanity, I figured if I included Season of the Witch, I would not have to include each separate PZ cut. Not sure how that math works, but I'll allow it.
Seriously though, folks, how adorable is Stacey Nelkin as Ellie Grimbridge. She had to be on the list for sure. I also want to give a shout out to the young lass for taking a chance on true lust with the great Tom Atkins. Not only is he why God made fathers, but he also likes to be thrilled. And with Stacey, Tom Atkins is plenty thrilled… You see Ellie teams up with Atkins to figure out the conspiracy behind the walls of Silver Shamrock. Conal Cochran not only has the coolest name in the entire series, but he's out to kill a bunch of kids on Halloween with these… If you look close enough you can see Captain Kirk's soul trapped in the Force. Meanwhile, Ellie decides to bunk up with a married alcoholic doctor and seduce him wearing this… And when Tom Atkins finds out how old Ellie is, he finds himself in a pickle… But don't worry folks, they still have time to make sweet love in a dank motel room amidst all the conspiracy and wacky plot points. Stacey Nelkin would be number two on this list if Michael Myers were properly involved in this film in any capacity… Awww…sad Michael.
2. Pamela Susan Shoop – Halloween II (1981)
Speaking of number two on the list, Pamela Susan Shoop plays Nurse Karen in Halloween II. Dr. Loomis has shot Michael Myers six times, dropping him out a second story window. Haddonfield is in utter chaos. Police cruisers are taking out would-be-boyfriends at an alarming rate. Blackboards are being vandalized with ancient pagan words. Dana Carvey is railroading youths into commenting on the local news reports. But don't worry, Karen wants to bang Budd in the therapeutic whirlpools while a room full of infants face certain unsupervised death. Hey, Karen is a good person though. She knows she is going to be late for work, but still keeps her promise and drives her friend home. That's a solid move. Her friend could have been hit by a rouge police cruiser. Pamela Susan Shoop also falls victim to Michael Myers in one of the more gruesome deaths of the series. Her face is boiled as she drowns. Yuck. Talk about a twofer of suck. Oh, and she is topless the entire time. Quadruple-fer?
1. Kathleen Kinmont – Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988)
And no surprise here, Kathleen Kinmont has the number one spot on lock-down. Mr. Skin has Kathleen in the books for 10 nude roles, but for reasons beyond our control, Ms. Kinmont chose to tease the Halloween faithful with major cleavage, epic side boob and sweet pokies under her "Cops Do It By The Book" white tee… In part four Kathleen plays Kelly Meeker, Haddonfield's resident knockout and daughter of Sheriff Meeker, the town's badass. Kelly has a thing for her co-worker Brady who is dating Rachel Carruthers sorta-sister to Jamie Lloyd niece of Michael Myers. One can assume that she is also another victim of the "have sex and you'll die" rule, but before Brady can slip in the tip, Sheriff Meeker, Dr. Loomis, Rachel and Jamie pull in to the drive-way before Brady ever has the chance to pull out. I guess you can also safely assume that if Kelly is willing to hand out candy while wearing just a t-shirt to trick 'r treaters before attempting to sleep with a co-worker in a complicated relationship, that she has had plenty of sex before and her death is justified in the series for being the town whore. Ah, the 80s. When slut shaming was common place and PC Police were still in Huggies.
Let's take a moment to honor Kathleen Kinmont and her stellar work in the Halloween franchise…
Well folks, we did it. Another year is in the books and hopefully if you've made it this far you know that this is meant to celebrate not only the women that made the Halloween franchise great, but also to take a moment to give thanks to those kind enough to show their skin in cinema for the enjoyment of perverts across the globe. These days I get a little nervous when compiling a list like this, because it could be viewed as offensive in nature. When in reality it is meant to induce a chuckle or two. I hope you enjoyed the experience. Do you disagree with the choices? Was someone higher or lower than expected? Well reach out to me on any of my social media platforms so i can tell you that I don't care to your face.
Episode 218: Hot Topic Horror
September 16, 2016 by Acid Pop Cult	in Podcast and tagged 31, 366 Challenge, 366 Movies, Acid Pop Cult, Bruce Willis, Dario Argento, Demi Moore, Hot Topic, Icon vs Icon, Jason Price, Jeremy L. Morrison, Matt Letscher, NENA, Rob Zombie, Rumer Willis, The Flash, Torrid	| Leave a comment
Jeremy and Jason return this week, after a two-week holiday hangover, for a brand new episode of the Acid Pop Cult Podcast. The duo kick things up with a quick roundup of the recent interviews Jason has been bringing to life over at Icon Vs. Icon. From Matt Letscher of "The Flash" to 80s pop sensation Nena to singer/actor (and daughter of the always awesome Bruce Willis and Demi Moore) Rumer Willis, there is a little something for everyone. Jeremy brings us up to speed on the unhealthy amount of movies he has been taking in for his 366 movie challenge. Seriously, this kid needs some sun. He is "Flowers In The Attic" pale. In the process, they take in-depth looks at Rob Zombie's latest flick, '31,' along with a bunch of films from legendary director Dario Argento! It's way less spooky than it sounds, unless you are a frequent buyer at Hot Topic and then it's really spooky, so check it out. Spread the word, leave a review and be sure to subscribe to the show on iTunes for our continuing adventures!
Episode 199: (Redacted) Shares 5 Secrets About (SPOILER)
May 6, 2016 by Acid Pop Cult	in Podcast, Pop Culture and tagged Acid Pop Cult, Civil War, Hank Price, Icon vs Icon, Jason Price, Jeremy L. Morrison, Rob Zombie, Trolls, Writers	| Leave a comment
This week the boys discuss the annoying traits of internet zines and their hypocritical staff writers. We catch up with all the latest going on over at Icon Vs. Icon. Hank introduces J-Mo to the wild and crazy time that is Rob Zombie's new compact disc. And Lastly, J-Mo shares the latest on his 366 Challenge. Rate! Review! Share!
Episode 151: Me And bObi McGee
July 31, 2015 by Acid Pop Cult	in Podcast and tagged Acid Pop Cult, Adam Rifkin, bObi, Bryan Adams, Chris Farley, Christopher Lloyd, Clint Howard, David DeLuise, Diora Baird, Greg Garthe, I am Chris Farley, Icon vs Icon, Jason Price, Jeremy L. Morrison, Last Call, Monster Mania, Mr. Robot, Richard Riehle, Rob Zombie, Ryan Hansen, Shooting the Warwicks, Tara Reid, Travis Van Winkle	| Leave a comment
This week on the Acid Pop Cult Podcast, Jeremy and Jason take a look back at their latest summer adventures. Jason kicks off the episode with a quick rundown of his latest interviews with Taylor-Ann Hasselhoff and Emma Dumont of NBC's 'Aquarius.' Then he recounts his trek to the Delaware State Fair to see Bryan Adams perform his plethora of hits: the perfect rock show as he played nothing but the hits and Jason was in bed by 10:30 on a school night. Meanwhile, Jeremy took his ever-growing brood to Michigan for some quality vacation time. The strapping young lad waxes poetic about his future restoration projects and ponders the potential wrath losing his wedding ring in the the lake. He also offers up a look at 'Shooting The Warwicks,' a new film in which he appears alongside his ol' chum Adam Rifkin. With the creative juices flowing, the duo offer up a few picks of the week. Jason's choices range from USA's 'Mr. Robot' and the 'I Am Chris Farley' documentary, while Jeremy focuses on director Greg Garthe's 'Last Call.' Last but certainly not least, in a segment sure to tug at your heartstrings, Jeremy finds a friend in a lil' fella named bObi. It'll make you excited. It'll make you laugh. It'll make you wonder if Jeremy needs to get out of the house more often. Enjoy the ride and spread the word!
Episode 59: He Did It All For The Funny
May 6, 2013 by Acid Pop Cult	in Actors, Horror, Movies, News, Podcast, Pop Culture and tagged #APCEpQA, Acid Pop Cult, An Evening with Kevin Smith at c2e2, Aquaman, Bob Weinstein, C2E2, Chris Michalek, Clerks 2, Clerks 3, Confederacy of Dunces, Danielle, Darkpsyde2, Ed Boon, Elijah Wood, Geeks, Harvey Weinstein, Icon vs Icon, Injustice: Gods Among Us, Jeff Anderson, Jeremy L. Morrison, John Landish, Junk Food Dinner, Kevin Smith, Kickstarter, Lee Arnold, Lobo, Maniac Remake, Nerds, Parker Bowman, Pool Party Radio, Reaper, Rob Zombie, Rosario Dawson, Spazoids, The Cosby Show, The Jesse White Tumblers, The Lords of Salem, Tyler Labine	| Leave a comment
Acid Pop Cult, now 68.267% more interactive! The gang answer emails and tweets from the world of four listeners. Chris and Jeremy talk about their fun at C2E2, including Jeremy's dreadful time during the Maniac remake, Chris hating on nerds, more Aquaman hate, some hard Kevin Smith dick sucking, and a beer line. Lee educates the boys on some literature and "The Confederacy of Dunces." Jeremy says "in concession" instead of "in succession" twice in one episode, which drove him nuts during the edit. Words were not his friend on episode 59. If you're not a fan of Kevin Smith, Jeremy is sorry in advance. If you are a fan of Kevin Smith, you're welcome in advance. For some stupid reason I can't upload our episode card… it's really funny and I'm now suicidal because of this tragic blunder.
*Editor's note: We don't really think Lee is a racist. We're sorry in advance.


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The Australian Government is providing up to $106.4 million to the project.
Construction commenced on the first of the black spot projects in late 2009 and works completed in mid 2018.


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Capaccio Environmental Engineering, Inc. (CAPACCIO) is proud to announce the promotion of Jeffrey S. Briggs to the position of Practice Area Leader for Healthcare and Education. Jeff was formally a Senior Project Manager at CAPACCIO. In his new role, Jeff will work closely with CAPACCIO's Healthcare and Education clients to provide an array of services including construction management and on-site safety services; water and wastewater design and treatment technologies; site assessment and LSP services; building, construction, and site related permitting; and tank inspections.
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A certified Steel Tank Inspector, Jeff also possesses a MA Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License, a MA 1B Hoisting License, has OSHA 30 Construction Safety training, and is Confined Space certified and First Aid and CPR certified. Jeff earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Maine Maritime Academy.
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