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Interview with Juan Pablo Sica de Grupo Silat
Grupo Silat is an engineering company specialised in the management and execution of thermal insulation, waterproofing and surface treatment projects that collaborates regularly with Tecnopol in Argentina. Of the jobs you have collaborated on together, which would you highlight?
Each job has its own specific features, but if I have to mention one that set the tone for the relationship with Tecnopol and its head for Argentina, it was the Official Car Park of the Presidency of the Nation and the Bus Transfer Centre "Parque del Bajo" which is part of the "Paseo del Bajo" complex an iconic project and without doubt the most significant infrastructure work of the last 30 years in the City of Buenos Aires. The building is an underground car park that at street level is transformed into a park, the structure at level zero is a large 15,000 m2 slab with a small slope, on which a variety of different situations are created such as the transit of public vehicles, pedestrian traffic and green areas. The prominence of this work is due to two aspects. The first was the synergy between Tecnopol and Grupo Silat to achieve a change of specification, since the specifications did not stipulate polyurea as waterproofing and after months of joint work by the technical and commercial areas of Tecnopol and Grupo Silat, we managed to convince the construction company that the best technical solution for this project was polyurea. Then, with the construction company convinced, we had to convince the studio that was in charge of the project, and finally we had to get the approval of the authorities of the Government of the City of Buenos Aires for the specification change to take place. At that time in Argentina polyurea was not well known and there were some bad experiences involving badly applied polyurea due to using machines that were not suitable or because it was being applied in minimal thicknesses. Therefore, in order to get all of the permits, we carried out an enormous amount of work and yet we still had not started the work itself. And that is the other remarkable aspect; the work presented two great challenges, the first one was the limited work times, so we decided to get all the material on site from the beginning of the agreed time, which gave us the freedom to move forward as well as the certainty of being able to finish the waterproofing on time. The second was a technical issue to do with the structure itself, the movements that occurred in the joints between the different sections of the slab were very noticeable, much more than expected. Thus, we had to find a solution for these joints and there, once again, we had the support of the technical department of Tecnopol, and we designed a final solution that to date has not presented any problems.
The system worked so well (as it still does) that today when a customer has doubts about polyurea we take him to visit that work, obviously the polyurea can not be seen because it was buried under the concrete and soil, but the most important thing is that no leaks of any kind are observed.
From a technical perspective, is there any work that is especially interesting because of its complexity, volume or any anecdote that you would like to share with Tecno Magazine readers?
We recently finished the thermal insulation and waterproofing of the new Northlands School Auditorium in Olivos, in the Province of Buenos Aires. The Auditorium is a 1600 m2 building that consists of a series of walkable ramps with steep slopes as part of the structure of the auditorium and also act as a "green promenade", topped by a large roof garden. The complexity of this work lay in the fact that the building occupies the entire plot and there were no suitable spaces for storing the building materials and carrying out the formwork. What was decided was to enable a space on which polyurea had previously been applied in order to resist the "mistreatment" to which it was subjected during the work.
Another interesting aspect of this work was that the studio in charge of project management had a very active role when it came to information and training regarding the properties of polyurea, its characteristics and its correct application, this training was carried out by the technical department of Tecnopol in conjunction with its sales manager in Argentina. The knowledge gained by the project management enabled their presence to be felt at the time of application, such control (even of the temperature and pressure in the hoses!) helped us to continue improving the application process and achieve the highest standards expected by the customer. In short, it was a complex job, but in the end I think we grew in terms of capability, especially on a technical level thanks to the demands of project management and the support of Tecnopol.
Polyurea has a prominent position among the waterproofing solutions on your company's website. Is it easy to explain its advantages and uses to specifiers?
Definitely yes. Currently in Argentina, a generation of architects and engineers are reaching decision-making positions and are eager to learn about new technologies. I believe that this willingness to get to know new materials together with an interest in making construction processes more efficient and sustainable, together with the extraordinary characteristics of polyurea make its diffusion and acceptance ever easier.
Have you noticed an uptick in building rehabilitation in Argentina as a result of the pandemic and the fact that people are spending more time in their homes?
A considerable increase in the rehabilitation of buildings in Argentina has not been experienced due to the pandemic, in fact, such uncertainty led to the stopping of many roof rehabilitation projects in industrial and commercial buildings. As for the rehabilitation of residential roofs, I would say that the knowledge on the part of potential customers is still marginal.
Proper waterproofing and insulation are fundamental for the conservation and maintenance of building roofs. Do you think more work is necessary to better disseminate and educate owners regarding the maintenance possibilities available to them?
Owners often only see the cost of the work and not the benefits generated in terms of comfort and economy over the medium and especially the long term. For example, today in Argentina energy to heat or cool homes is remarkably cheap, so amortising good polyurethane foam insulation in roofs and walls (or in the case of installing hermetically sealed double glazed windows (DVH) in openings) takes place over an excessively long time, which discourages owners from making larger initial investments. The same goes for the issue of maintenance, it is difficult for the average home owner with no construction knowledge to measure the costs (and headaches) of poor waterproofing. This is why I think it is essential to educate professionals (architects and engineers) and thus disseminate this information among them as they have a closer relationship with customers. In general customers trust professionals, so if the professionals are convinced of the suitability for use of polyurea or polyurethane foam, they are the best people to communicate this to customers.
JUAN PABLO SICA
Director of Grupo Silat, a construction engineering company. Engineering company specialized in the management and execution of thermal insulation, waterproofing and surface treatment projects.


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Thu, Feb 21, 2019
U.S. PIRG Information Table
Stop by this information table to speak with Brendan Mahoney, a 21st Century Transportation Fellow with U.S. PIRG. U.S. PIRG is an advocate for the public interest, working to win concrete results on real problems that affect millions of lives, and standing up for the public against powerful interests when they push the other way. Fellowship opportunties are now available to Amherst students looking to make a positive impact, using the time-tested tools of investigative research, media exposés, grassroots organizing, advocacy and litigation.
APA Paris/Dakar Info Table in Val Atrium
11:00 am - 2:00 pm Valentine Dining Hall, Atrium
Spend a semester in the breathtaking city of Paris, France! Stop by the Academic Programs Abroad (APA) table in Keefe Center between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to learn more about how your time in France can give you a leg up in your studies and career. APA gives you the flexibility to build your own schedule and take courses in any subject, in French, that are of interest to you from the University of Paris system, APA's in-house electives or replace a course with an independent study or research. Benefit from weekly one-on-one customized language support and ongoing academic support.
The Life of a Software Engineer: Lunch & Learn with Amherst Alumni at Google
11:45 am - 12:45 pm Stirn Auditorium, Mead Art Museum
What is it like to be a software engineer at Google? Join us for a Lunch & Learn with two Amherst alumni currently working there -- Julia Edholm '15 and Emily Masten '17 -- to hear day-in-the life stories and get an insider's glimpse at what makes engineering at Google unique.
This event will be catered! RSVP on Handshake and the following link to get more information about Google events and opportunities: http://tinyurl.com/Amherstspring2019
Weekly ProjectConnect Lunch!
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Valentine Dining Hall
ProjectConnect is a peer-led initiative to help build social connection and community on campus. Drop by the weekly ProjectConnect lunch Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. at the Val community table in the front room to meet the peer facilitators and learn more about it, or to get to know students who've been through the program. Sponsored by the Wellness Team and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
Canine Office Hours with Huxley or Evie
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Frost Library, Beside Frost Cafe
Drop by Frost Library for some canine affection and advice from Huxley or Evie. Every Thursday from 4:30-5:30p.m. beside Frost Cafe, or in front of the library when the weather permits.
TRUTH: Amherst College's Speaking Competition 2019
TRUTH. Arrive curious. Leave inspired.
On Thursday, Feb. 21, support student speakers by attending TRUTH: Amherst College's Speaking Competition. Ten students have written persuasive speeches about this year's theme, "Truth," and will speak compellingly about what matters to them. Speaking prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the event.
"The Bible: Bane and Blessing"
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Chapin Hall, 201
Phyllis Trible earned a Ph.D. in 1963 from Union Seminary, Columbia University, with an emphasis in Old Testament. By the time she earned her Ph.D., there were regularly 300+ women enrolled at Union Seminary—but women were still not correspondingly visible in the faculty. Trible taught at Wake Forest University and Andover-Newton Theological School before being appointed professor of Old Testament at Union, and later became the first woman to hold the post of Baldwin Professor of Sacred Literature. Trible has become a leading authority on what is now known as feminist interpretation of biblical texts, as well as literary and rhetorical methods of biblical criticism. She is an internationally known lecturer, and also has served as President of the Society of Biblical Literature. Professor Trible left Union to pursue a deanship at the new Wake Forest School of Divinity in Winston-Salem, N.C. She is the author of what are considered to be two of the groundbreaking works in feminist biblical scholarship: God and the Rhetoric of Sexuality and Texts of Terror. She also contributed Jonah to the New Interpreters' Bible Commentary Series; appeared on television as part of Bill Moyers' PBS special Genesis; and has written numerous articles, book reviews and columns for various publications.
Book Discussion with Author Dr. Tom Wickman: "Snowshoe Country"
Dr. Tom Wickman, associate professor of history and American studies at Trinity College, will discuss his new book, titled Snowshoe Country: An Environmental and Cultural History of Winter in the Early American Northeast, on Thursday, Feb. 29, at 5 p.m. in Paino Lecture Hall (Beneski 107).
Build an Android App in Two Hours with Amherst Alums at Google
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Science Center, Room E108
Bring your laptops! This hands-on workshop will walk participants through all the necessary steps to build your very own functional Android app in just two hours' time.
Please register on Handshake and at the following link, so that presenter Julia Edholm '15 may e-mail you resources for the session in advance: http://tinyurl.com/Amherstspring2019
This event will be catered! Please note that a foundation in Data Structures is highly recommended for successful participation in this workshop.
U.S. PIRG Fellowships & Internships Information Session
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fayerweather Hall, Room 113
U.S. PIRG is an advocate for the public interest, working to win concrete results on real problems that affect millions of lives, and standing up for the public against powerful interests when they push the other way.
With U.S. PIRG, students can join a team of dozens of organizers, advocates, lawyers, researchers, policy analysts, communicators and others with a record of winning hundreds of new laws and other policies that have made the lives of people all across the country healthier, safer and more secure. Fellowship opportunities are now available to Amherst students looking to make a positive impact, using the time-tested tools of investigative research, media exposés, grassroots organizing, advocacy and litigation.
Attend this information session to hear from Brendan Mahoney, a 21st Century Transportation Fellow with U.S. PIRG, about his experiences with the organization and what full-time fellowship and summer internship opportunities are available.
Healthy Snack Making Workshop
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Ford Hall, Demo Kitchen
Learn how to make healthy, affordable and tasty snacks! Sign up at tabling on Monday, February 18.

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Today I was greeted with a new interface for Youtube. It seems that there are a lot more collapsible elements now, and the biggest functionality change seems to be a new "like" vs. "dislike" option, where we used to have the "Favorite" button. There are also new Share buttons, and there is a nice toggle for "Autoplay" of your recommendations. I'm not sure yet if I like everything, it seems to require a bit more work to be perfect, but with all the functionality of Youtube, this probably is a good thing.


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Joan Didion Dies: Journalist, Novelist, and Screenwriter Was 87
Her screenwriting work included the 1976 version of "A Star Is Born."
Chris Lindahl
AP Photo/Kathy Willens
Joan Didion, the journalist, novelist, and screenwriter of such films as the 1976 "A Star Is Born" died Thursday at her home in Manhattan at the age of 87. The New York Times reported that the cause was Parkinson's disease.
Didion was born in Sacramento in 1934. The fifth-generation Californian found some of her most important material for her earliest writing in the culture and chaos of her home state. Her career began after she won a pair of writing contests put on by magazines during her time at UC Berkeley. One of those wins led her to begin writing at Vogue.
She worked her way up to features editor at the fashion magazine. In 1963 she published her first novel, "Run River," about the unraveling of a marriage that also serves as a commentary on the history of California.
Around that time and while living in New York she struck up a friendship, and then romance, with writer John Gregory Dunne. The year after her first novel was published, Didion and Dunne moved to California and started writing screenplays. The couple adopted a daughter, Quintana Roo, who died in 2005. Dunne died in 2003.
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Didion published her second novel, "Play It as It Lays," in 1970. It was named by Time as one of the best English-language novels from 1923 to 2005. It tells the story of a young actress who compulsively drives the California freeways of the 1960s.
Didion and Dunne's first screenplay was "The Panic in Needle Park." Based on the novel by James Mills, the film was produced by Dunne's brother, Dominick Dunne, and directed by Jerry Schatzberg. The 1971 New York-set movie gave Al Pacino his first starring role, as a heroin addict caught in a tumultuous romance with a small-time hustler, played by Kitty Winn.
Their next collaboration was for a screen adaptation of "Play It as It Lays." Frank Perry directed the 1972 film, which stars Tuesday Weld as the young actress central character and Anthony Perkins as her closest friend, a gay man.
Their third screenplay is easily Didion's most famous contribution to American cinema. She and her husband rewrote "A Star is Born," with a vision for the second remake of the movie to channel the rock era. They wrote the adaptation with James Taylor and Carly Simon in mind for the lead roles. The Frank Pierson-directed film, released in 1976, ultimately starred Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson. It was the second-highest grossing film released that year and received four Oscar nominations.
The couple's screenwriting work also included 1981's "True Confessions," starring Robert De Niro and Robert Duvall, and a 1996 adaptation of Alanna Nash's 1988 book "Golden Girl: The Story of Jessica Savitch," which became "Up Close & Personal," starring Robert Redford and Michelle Pfeiffer.
During her time writing screenplays, Didion wrote several novels, including "A Book of Common Prayer" and "Democracy" and nonfiction books including "Slouching Towards Bethlehem," which is among her best known collections of essays.
But it was her 2005 memoir, "The Year of Magical Thinking," that is among Didion's most highly regarded works. It's an account of the year following the death of Dunne. It won the 2005 National Book Award for Nonfiction and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for biography/autobiography.
In a 2011 interview with New York magazine, Didion explained that she wrote the novel in 88 days because she wanted to "write it fast so it would be raw, because I had the feeling that was the texture it ought to have."
She added, "I found it amazingly easy to write. It was like sitting down and crying. I didn't even have the sense that I was writing it. I'm usually very conscious of the rhythm of sentences and how that's working. I didn't even give that any thought."
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A deep, honest look at the socio-political influences on podcasting.
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So I say "Podshow" and "_insert_ad_here" in my show. YEE-HAW!!!! Took longer to type this comment than it did to say it.
Maybe it'll help pay for my teeth. But then, hell, I'm 42, so what do I know about being independent? YEEEEEE-HAWWWWW!!!!
Not fair! Listen: I am female, and I love CCR! Probably because I've grown up listening to my dad's music.
ACDC isn't bad either…….. :O.
You guys need to visit Texas. Then you'll stop saying silly things like "not many girls like CCR…" How can you not like CCR????
I don't mind publically saying that seeing Julien & Mark in Podshow shocked the hell out of me. My hope however is that their shows don't change. I really don't think Julien belongs there, and I think Mark could have done better on his own. Yes, without Podshow OR Amp.
My biggest problem with the Absolut advertising is the irrelevance of it. Why the hell would music shows advertise a vodka? This doesn't make sense, it takes away the personalization of the show, and since the show's hosts didn't personally seek out this advertising, it seems like a sellout. Why? Because their listeners won't endorse it as strongly because they know the HOSTS don't personally endorse it/use it/support it….
here's my bottom line: if the podshow gang remembers they're doing this for the artists, we'll all be ok. If what starts to consume their thinking is where the next dollar is coming from, then they've got problems.
The fact that Absolut has gotten on board to support this venture for music podcasts IS the reason I'm willing to pimp them on my show. They have my full respect. That fact is not irrelevant. The first brand name associated with 'indie' podcasts? Respect is due.
I don't think listeners are going to endorse Absolut if the hosts of the podcasts are/aren't supping the product while they record the show. If they do endorse it it'll be because the like/respect/trust the podcaster AND because the listener is far sighted enough to realise the hugeness of the fact that someone like Absolut is on board.
First time to Listen. Not Bad. I got show 39 too.. for my trip to Chicago.
Would love to hear about how your find your music?.
Thanks for the cd 🙂 It's not here yet but i'll let you know as soon as i get it.
Psyched to hear Kristia on your show. She's a hell of a girl and an amazing singer and I knew you guys would LOVE her.
As for the whole independent vs. sponsored you know that I love you guys too and it's all good. So long as I don't have to sell my soul or have to change anything I'll gladly take sponshorship. Plus, as with all advertisers through Podshow any of us can say that we don't want to run the ads and be part of that campaign. It's all about choice.
The podcasting landscape is still new and will be changing rapidly in the future. So long as we all work together to keep the community together that you spoke of we'll all come out ok I think.
Thanks Jason…Thank you CC…Big Mike!Right on!!Mark..Keep it real.Please!!Nico..On it's way and Brooke…so sorry, now that I see your point!!!
Thank you all of you…Loud or quiete!!!It's all good!
Or we're their friends and we respect their views!
I like AC/DC and sounds like a good DVD to rent if I can find it at Rogers Video. The Flickr photos for today are good, with your sons and the Triumph drinking beer.
I agree with Jason, if you're just accepting who ever to sponsor your show, then you don't know your audience. It's like watching TV, and if I'm watching a typical guy show, like say something on SpikeTV or SPEED channel, and a stupid commercial about yeast infections is on, what the hell does that have to do with men and cars? Really. That's just taking anything for money.
If podcasting shows start getting longer with these dumb sponsors, there will be less listners. It will be the same as radio, so then there will be no point. On the other hand, these shows will get the radio crowd who already listens to enough commercials as it is and not care about. But then there will be another new avenue after podcasting for us to jump on. What else is new right? Once something new gets in the hands of the big guys, anything to make a dollar. Squeeze every penny out of it until it's dry.
It is cool that Absolut are involved – but what do they get? Presumably supporting Podshow involves a very small portion of their marketing budget, so they may be willing to take a chance with it, but how will they judge success?
Hi Guys – really enjoyed the show, having been pointed your way from your comments on the TartanPodcast and Mark's links to you.
And a huge thanks for playing Freddy's "Let It Go" – first time I've heard him and the chorus just lifted me right up on my bus journey to work this morning. What a fantastic song. I'm definitely going to be buying this if the rest of his album's of the same quality.
Cheers – looking forward to this Sunday's show which wil be joining my list of regular podcast listening.
It is cool that Absolut are involved – but what do they get?
I'm guessing being a pioneer appeals to them.
Wow guys – New record for comments!
thanks for your support! your input and support is wonderful!
By the way, Grant: Yes, the album is THAT good (www.freddynet.com) Tell him Bob and AJ sent you!
Hey Grant: Just wanted to say it's great to have people like you in the podosphere. Taking that extra effort to subscribe, listen, and offer feedback.
Hey, that's cool too! I think that all the other advertising I've heard on other podcasts has been from tech businesses, so Absolut are the first "mass-market" advertiser in podcasting.
BTW I like 21 more than 20!
Yeah, I think you've put it in a nutshell Steve, tech-based firms have probably viewed podcasts as a natural platform to advertise their wares. The fact that someone more mainstream like Absolut want a piece of the 'action', so to speak, is a sign of the health of podcasting; it's not as underground or as unknown as it was 6 months ago. Granted, some may feel that this may in turn kill the community of podcasting, but I'm sure it'll evolve and continue to grow.
Bob and AJ – not home tonight but will be visiting Freddy's site tomorrow night to email him and enquire about overseas posting to me here in Scotland. I'll be sure to tell him you sent me !
Jason – thanks for the kind comment. Just realised that I haven't added your show to my list but I'll be making up for that omission soon !
My combination of anti-corporate leanings, radical indie elitism, and not having to pay for my own food, housing, and clothes makes a perfect never-sell-out formula.
Deniz hit the nail right one head….
I could go into more detail… but; thanks for staying true to yourself and what podcasting should be.
Holy Crap! 31 Baby!!! I just started getting spam on my comments section of my website. Although I like playing poker, I don't appreciate them advertising without my permission on my website. Bastards! I always get excited when I see some comments, but that is the ultimate buzzkill.
Anyway, I wanted to tell you guys that I just listened to the show and thought your discussion was very heartfelt and great. Keep up the great job, as always!
Heh, Michael G.. dude, that's the point I was trying to defy right now. As for letters-only band names and the musical female attention span, actually I have no idea what ACDC stands for, (ok, I'm stupid.. it just sounds like an electrical current) But Creedence Clearwater Revival.. It's kind of poetic, eh? Maybe that's why I subconsiously haven't stopped liking them. Actually I think it's just the music.
I just assumed everyone loved CCR. It may be a Canadian-women thing? Bob & AJ, I left you a voicemail so you can hear my uncoordinated thank you/apology for the late response.
Hope you somehow appreciated this rambling 32nd comment :).


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What Pet Should I Get? Dr. Seuss's Previously Unseen Illustrated Wink at the Paradox of Choice and the Fear of Missing Out
The Secret Art of Dr. Seuss
Dr. Seuss's World War II Political Propaganda Cartoons
The Seven Lady Godivas: Dr. Seuss's Little-Known "Adult" Book of Nudes
What Peeping Toms have to do with failure and the expectations of genius.
Theodor Seuss Geisel, better-known as Dr. Seuss (March 2, 1904–September 24, 1991), was a legendary children's book author, radical ideologist, and a lover of reading. Among his many creative feats is a fairly unknown, fairly scandalous one: In 1939, when Geisel left Vanguard for Random House, he had one condition for his new publisher, Bennett Cerf — that he would let Geisel do an "adult" book first. The result was The Seven Lady Godivas: The True Facts Concerning History's Barest Family (public library), which tells the story of nudist sisters who, after their father's death, pledge not to wed until each of them has "brought to the light of the world some new and worthy Horse Truth, of benefit to man."
Geisel wrote in the foreword:
A beautiful story of love, honor and scientific achievement has too long been gathering dust in the archives."
The humorous story is based on the Lady Godiva legend, according to which in 1037 the Earl of Coventry's wife rode naked on horseback through the streets of Coventry, protesting against her husband's unfair taxes. The citizens of Coventry were ordered to remain indoors, shuttered, as she rode. But one man, Peeping Tom, peered out and was then struck blind.
The book, however, was a complete flop. Ten thousand copies were printed on the first run, and only about 2,500 were sold. The Seven Lady Godivas eventually went out of print, causing Geisel to later say:
I attempted to draw the sexiest babes I could, but they came out looking absurd.
Absurd as they might be, and oddly unerotic despite the nudity, the illustrations are a treat, perhaps in that so-bad-it's-good kind of way, or perhaps because they offer endearing reassurance that even genius can falter.
https://www.themarginalian.org/2012/03/02/dr-seuss-seven-lady-godivas/
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HomeSportsSoccerWhy I joined Arsenal – Aubameyang
Why I joined Arsenal – Aubameyang
February 1, 2018 NPBS Media Soccer, Sports
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang says he will try to emulate Thierry Henry at Arsenal after sealing his move to the club, Skysports reports.
Arsenal broke their club-record transfer fee to bring Aubameyang from Borussia Dortmund, where he scored 98 league goals in 144 appearances for the German club, for a fee of around £60m.
Aubameyang admitted he is not yet worthy of comparisons with Henry, Arsenal's all-time record goalscorer with 228 goals in 377 games, but insists he will strive to have a similar effect on the club.
"I think the club has such a big history and great players like Thierry Henry," Aubameyang told Arsenal Player. "He's an example for us strikers. I'm really happy.
"I'm a fast player and I score goals too, like Henry a little bit. But as I said, I have to work a lot more."
Aubameyang will link up with former Borussia Dortmund team-mate Henrikh Mkhitaryan at Arsenal, who also completed a January move to the Emirates.
Mkhitaryan welcomed Aubameyang on Arsenal's Twitter account with the trending message 'YoPierre' as the club announced the Deadline Day deal, but the striker had his own message for Gunners fans.
"I hope that we will come back to the top as soon as possible," he said. "I will do my best to join in."


The Kite Boy is a beautiful and simple story about the ingredients and measures of success: inspiration, determination, and -- perhaps most rare -- the ability to accept help when it is offered. With childlike sophistication and a truly great heart, Paul has managed to re-tell a story at once as old as humanity and as new as the gleam in a hopeful young eye: the story of a dream fulfilled. It's an insightful and loving fable that teaches with love and without condescension.
The colorful cast of characters -- both human and animal -- in The Whiskers Of Wise impart necessary lessons in a fun and accessible way. The playful verse, reminiscent of the most enduring children's literature, makes for an enjoyable read-aloud experience. The intensity of emotion in these pages will only be matched by that specific kind of love and care that a child brings to her favorite stories; it's a story that gives back, with new facets revealing themselves upon every re-read.
The Knight Of The Light is at once a handbook for spiritual strength, a collection of powerful imagist verse, and the intimate story of one man's reconnection with his spirituality and self-belief. From the depths of doubt to the heights of personal freedom, these poem-stories have a chanting, primitive power that is both friendly and demanding. Pedagogical without being pedantic, Knight Of The Light accomplishes what all tales of adversity attempt: the retrieval and translation for the public that gold which is only found at the bottom of an individual's darkest moments.


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Author : Beth Everest
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The Silent Ones
Author : K.L. Slater
This morning, I was packing up lunches, ironing, putting on the laundry I should have done last night. Now my precious daughter is accused of murder. When ten-year-old cousins Maddy and Brianna are arrested for a terrible crime, Maddy's mother Juliet cannot believe it. How could her bright, joyful daughter be capable of such a thing? As the small village community recoils in horror, the pressure of the tragedy blows Juliet and her sister's lives apart. And things get even worse when their daughters retreat into a self-imposed silence. Can anyone reach Maddy and discover the truth before her fate is sealed? Juliet is crushed. Nothing will ever be the same for her darling girl. But she knows that to find out what really happened that day, she and her sister must unlock the secrets of their own terrible past, a past they swore never to speak about again… The most unputdownable psychological thriller you'll read this year from the bestselling author K.L. Slater. If you love The Wife Between Us or Gone Girl, you'll be totally hooked on The Silent Ones. What everyone is saying about The Silent Ones: 'OH, WOW, WOW, WOW… KL Slater does it again… I'm absolutely dumbfounded and flabbergasted… A story full of lies, twisted family values, sibling rivalry… A perfect psychological thriller that you will not want to put down… Outstanding.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Amazing!! One of the best thrillers I have read this year. I have enjoyed all of this author's books and I think the author is highly underrated. This book should be at the top of the best sellers list. A must read!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'If I could give this book 6 stars I would, that's how good it is… A finale with more twists and turns than a labyrinth… The author builds up the tension and anticipation leading to a shocking climax. Absolutely brilliant.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'This book was SO GOOD! I couldn't put it down! The twists, the family drama, the sibling wars, it was a total page-turner! This is by far the best psychological thriller I've read in a long time, and highly recommend it!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'WOW. This is an outstanding story. I was totally gripped from the beginning and on the edge of my seat throughout. Twists, turns, it has it all. AMAZING.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Woah! What a story and a half this one is!!!... I am a huge fan of this author's and have to say, hands down, this is her best book to date and that is high praise indeed as her other books are fab also. Dark, twisted, brilliant!' By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars 'I absolutely could not put this book down! I read this book on one super hot day, and enjoyed every last bit. The book is full of suspense and keeps you guessing all the time. Just when you think that you know what is going on you are surprised yet again… Riveting.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'If you suffer from a pre-existing heart condition check with your doctor before reading!... I didn't have a clue where the story was leading and I loved it.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'I devoured this book as it twisted and turned… If I had been standing up I would have been hopping from foot to foot as the surprises kept coming… An exciting psychological family thriller... The ending is breath-taking... I LOVED it, enjoyed every page.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'This book was AMAZING… There were seriously like four twists at the end, all of which left me with my jaw on the floor…If you like psychological thrillers PLEASE read this. I'm begging. It was AMAZING. 5 stars!!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
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In 1977, pregnant Genevieve Russell disappeared. Twenty years later, her remains are discovered and Timothy Gleason is charged with murder. But there is no sign of the unborn child. CeeCee Wilkes knows how Genevieve Russell died, because she was there. And she knows what happened to her missing infant, because two decades ago she made the devastating choice to raise the baby as her own. Now Timothy Gleason is facing the death penalty, and she has another choice to make. Tell the truth and destroy her family. Or let an innocent man die in order to protect a lifetime of lies.
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Yes, I'm feeling rather guilt ridden right now. No, I haven't murdered someone… It's just that I've done absolutely nothing for my book for over a week and it makes me feel really guilty. I think I'm getting nervous since it's getting close to finished, and it feels like it's not good enough and I have no idea what to do about it.
A critique partner would probably be a very good idea, but I'm not entirely sure how to go about finding one. It's got to be someone who knows what they're talking about of course, and someone you trust.
I have a friend who reads it and comments, but she comments more on if I make a typo or grammar mistake than anything else. She's going to read it again now though that it's almost finished to see how it flows. I'm reading it myself as well but I keep feeling that it's lacking and it terrifies me. I'll ask her to be really cruel and brutal after she reads it this gime… since I really want this book to be good.
Then I also want to just get it done and over with as well… It's a bit of a split feeling. Because I really want to start writing the next manuscript… I've got two characters in my head and their story is just nagging to be written. When I will find the time though I don't know. With a new job and everything I find myself rather short of time. I admire all these authors who manage a family, job and writing all at once. I can barely manage a job and a life.


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Divorce easier than getting a driving licence
Hannah Thomas July 14, 2011 1:23 pm
Marriage - World News - Marie Claire Credit: Rex Features
Marriage used to mean 'until death do us part' but in recent years the British courts have gained a reputation for making divorce proceedings too easy
Marriage seems to have lost it's meaning in today's society as a cultural revolution has made it possible to get a divorce by simply filling out a few forms.
Sir Paul Coleridge, who presided over the bitter divorce battle of Sir Paul and Heather McCartney, says the stigma that used to be attached to divorce has disappeared, leaving 3.8 million children at the mercy of the courts as parents break-up.
'In about 1950 you weren't allowed in the royal enclosure at Ascot if you were divorced,' says the High Court Family Division judge. 'That now would include half the Royal Family.'
The judge has repeatedly called for legal reforms to clear up the aftermath left by the decline of marriage, and approached the Government to set up an independent commission to reform marriage, divorce and family laws.
Yesterday, he described the problem of family breakdown as huge during an interview on BBC Radio Five Live. 'It's a form-filling exercise and you'll get your divorce in six weeks if everyone agrees,' he says.
'The whole society is affected by this. It affects the lives of children themselves, it affects the lives of their parents and the wider family gets caught up in it, too.'
Sir Paul blames a cultural revolution of sexual morality and sexual behaviour for the growing dissolution of marriages in the UK. He says the change in social attitudes over the past five decades has given people complete freedom of choice.
Official figures suggest that the average marriage now lasts around 11 years.
Do you agree that divorce is becoming too easy? Should couples work harder to maintain their marriages? Let us know your thoughts by posting a comment below.


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Fictional characters you wish you could punch in the face?
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Spiritofpower
Lunar Templar said:
one thing, it was the Earth forces that attacked Orb, not ZAFT, other wise, as you where. I hated that little shit to.
Ah. Been a while since I saw GSD, sorry.
Legion said:
While I like Dumbledore and Snape, I can see why somebody might wish to hit them.
But why Ginny? She is pretty inoffensive.
Dude, leave it alone. He's one of those people from the HP fandom. They don't listen to reason. Because I can basically guarantee that his "reasons" for hating Ginny likely either A) Make no sense, or B) Are "She proved my Harry/Hermione ship non-canon, so she must die!"
Which also doesn't make sense, but whatever.
OT: I have a few more to add:
- Seraph Lamington from Disgaea. I mean, seriously, what the hell, man!? Does Celestia not have a concept of self-defense or something!?
- Every Mary Sue on FF.net. Every. Single. One.
- The entire cast of Twilight. Repeatedly. With a crowbar.
- The Boltons from ASoIaF.
Xarathox
Does the internet count?
I like to think that half the people on the 'net are just roleplaying a personality they've created for the express purpose of being someone else. Otherwise why would they post the most obtuse shit imaginable?
Canadamus Prime
Robot in Disguise
Spiritofpower said:
Shinn Asuka from Gundam SEED Destiny.
Oh god where do I start. Firstly? His entire character is literally:
Spoiler: Massive GSD plot spoilers
"My sister died in an attack on Orb by ZAFT, along with my family, but my sister is the only one I care about. Clearly, the proper way to respond is to blame Orb for being attacked by enemies with weapons, and not having magic force-fields to stop the bullets and lasers. I will then join ZAFT for no goddamn reason whatsoever, and whenever I open my mouth to spout hateful, emo, childish tripe, everyone else will just let me waltz all over them without even trying to point out how stupid I am acting.
Then, after some time, I meet a hot chick, who, unbeknownst to me, works for my enemy, LOGOS. When she is stuffed into a gigantic, terrifyingly powerful Mobile Armor and begins going on a rampage across several cities, likely killing millions, I decide that, clearly, the proper response is to angst and do nothing. When Kira Yamato, someone who is actually willing to get shit done occasionally, comes in and takes her out, he is clearly in the wrong and I must clearly go on an obsessive revenge-quest over a girl I met ONCE and who was KILLING MILLIONS IN A CONTINENT-WIDE RAMPAGE and then, after a lot of effort, appear to kill him without actually doing so.
Then, when my superior officer, the not-an-asshole Athrun Zala, punches me in the face for my sheer stupidity, he is clearly in the wrong. Then, I will decide to join up with Durandal/whatever his name is, who obviously didn't learn anything from WWII and decides it's an excellent idea to execute someone because the poorly-explained gene computer decided he would do something bad in later life."
Now yes, that's a rather long rant, but notice how Shinn does one thing, and one thing only, throughout the entire plot: Angst, whine, and seek vengeance. That is it. Not only that, no one seems capable or willing to call him out on his BS, so he just gets away with it. I am completely honest when I say that the scene where Athrun punched Shinn is without a doubt one of my favorite scenes in GSD.
Oh how I hate that self cantered whiny little shit. It esp. irritated me when in one of the early episodes he has the gall to lecture Cagali about people talking about stuff they know nothing about as if if they did. He needs to get his foot out of his mouth and his head out of his ass! My absolute favourite scene is when Athrun punches him in face.
Sexy Devil
Andrea and Lorrie on The Walking Dead. They're all round vapid, grating shit-stirrers who did nothing but make things worse for everyone.
bartholen said:
The entire cast of Prometheus. You know what I'm talking about.
Jon Snow was pretty annoying for the first season of Game of Thrones. "Waa waa I didn't get what I wanted"
I'd argue that he's fairly punchable in the second season too. Between that random-ass, needless outburst of him saying "I'm not a southerner," and the whole Ygritte thing, he did some pretty damn stupid shit. Might be tolerable this season though.
Lewieroo0
Tessa from Full Metal Panic!....Grraaagh i hate this bloody *****. Her voice, her clumsy/dimwitted attitude and the fact that she's the commander of an anti terrorist organisation makes my brain melt into mush.
Spoiler: This made be happy though
The Limited Edition Useless Character Footstool! Available While Stocks Last!
Kaname from the same series was a close runner up but she redeemed herself in Fumoffu (Where her characteristics worked better)
knight steel
And Shinji Ikari from Evangelion. I know he's got problems, and his attitude is understandable, but my god his whinging and crying got annoying. Also Asuka, for similar reasons.
Actually, screw it, the entire freaking cast of Evangelion. Except Kaji, he wasn't so bad. Everyone else gets a good right hook to the face, and hopefully I'll be able to channel Simon and Kamina well enough to give a sufficiently Hot-Blooded and badass speech to fix their various psychological issues.
lechat said:
i could see myself liking that show but when you hate the main character it's just not meant to be
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Spoiler: Heretic
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Darth_Payn
Father Time said:
Nick Snover said:
Lisa from the simpsons... need I say more?
I want to see an episode where she meets her past self that actually acted like an 8 year old. I'd imagine old Lisa would say she's no fun.
I'd watch that episode. Who do we annoy to make it happen?
OneOfTheMichael's
Don't have any unreal people I hate a lot but there are some real people I'd love to hit in the face.
cthulhuspawn82
Darcy from the Thor movie. Not even Jar Jar Binks could pull off the "one character ruins move" move as well as she did. Even as a huge comic fan, Thor especially, I am thinking of skipping the second movie just because she is in it.
All her jokes are stupid, she's stupid, her face is stupid, and I want to punch it. I also want to punch Natalie Portman's character for turning a big part of the movie into a chick flick romance, but if I can only punch one character, I know who its going to be.
Bug MuIdoon
Sheriff John Bunnell!
No one who looks that fake can be real, right? I've wanted to punch that guy in the face since I was about 8 years old. His cheesy fake looks, his annoying voice, his stupid teeth, his awful acting and his terrible one liners. grrrrrr
Spoiler: Sheriff John Bunnell
Carlston
T0ad 0f Truth said:
Probably the celestial dragons from one piece. They're such thoroughly hate-able people that I want to stab them with a rusty fork... Not that I would given the chance, but I would certainly indulge a few sadistic fantasies XD
Careful on that. Oda has the nasty habit of introducing a enemy you can only love to hate then redeems them or gives painful bad story to why they are like that. Arlong, Crocodile, Buggy, Jesus he's even started redeeming Bellamy in to a not so douchie guy in the mangas.
I'd want to punch Akinu myself. I doubt he could ever be redeemed. Though punching a man made of Lava could have a bad end result.
eggy32
Shujinko from Mortal Kombat Deception. That guy's a dick who just blindly follows the orders of a floating orb. Then he goes and destroys the world. What a champ.
It doesn't help matters that despite being able to turn into any character from the game he chooses to stay as himself for the final battles. That would be fine if he had a single special move. He has none. Not a single fucking one.
Mikkaddo
Black Rose Knight
Misterian said:
I know almost everyone here has a fictional character they dislike or downright hate, but is there a character you hated so much than you hate so much, that you want to physically harm them the first chance given?
snipy mc'snipperson
But I digress, Do you have any fictional characters you hate enough that you want to physically harm them if at all possible?
For one thing, every character in every anime or game who has spoken openly on a subject, then on the very next sentence about it acted as if they had no idea that subject existed.
Outside of that, and in more specific terms let's see . . . hmmmmm *wavy image like a flash back*
1. Ok, seriously Popka from Klonoa 2 needs to be beaten physically. Throughout the entire game his only successful moment of helpfulness is an act of THEFT (this is assuming you don't do the completely unspoken second player easter egg allowing for a triple jump using him). He spends literally the ENTIRE game aside from that complaining, making vicious jokes at the other characters' expense, and pointing out the obvious and then acting like he's the only one that could know it's obvious.
2. Ok, I know it's bad form to do this after claiming I'd be specific but this REALLY gets under my skin. The soft spoken, submissive female protagonist aside a male character, who's obviously the character's love interest who becomes vicious and violent any time the obvious subplot is brought up and goddamn murderous when another woman is near or flirting with the male lead. There's just so much wrong with this I can't even really elaborate without running the SERIOUS risk of going on for hours. So I'll leave it at this: "Lil' miss 'Childhood friend' I spend every scene you act angry and aloof about romance in, waiting for someone to punch you in the throat or trying to keep myself from breaking my tv."
3. Dororo, I have to admit . . . I love you to bits little girl and when you grow up, you got HOT. But GODDAMN do you make my fist shake sometimes . . . letting your hommunculous cyborg samurai friend do all the dirty work then claiming it was you . . . as much as I do like you for being brave enough to infiltrate a demon queen's palace full of corpses, I DESPISE your Saiyan arrogance.
SPEAKING OF WHICH:
4. CHICHI. I think I've said enough.
5. Let's move it in a much more serious direction and go with Dr. Daisuke Ido from the EXCELLENT manga Battle Angel Alita. Seriously, if you haven't read it go to Mangafox or somewhere else NOW. Anyway, to do the best I can to keep this brief but descriptive. Good ol' Ido finds the protagonist of the series in a giant scrapyard, amazed that there was a nearly perfectly intact cyborg head and torso at all, even more so when he realized the brain inside it was not only intact, but ALIVE after what had to have been 200 years in the scrap piles. SO he builds her a new body, nothing fantastic as he's working from scrap parts and used pieces he gets from clients. (He's a cyborg surgeon, don't ask just go read) Now, his reasoning for it is perfectly understandable, he is a middle-aged to old man with no children, and finds Alita as a surrogate for that missing piece to his life and wants her to fill it. So he builds up the idea of her being his precious little daughter and gives her better and better pieces as he gets them. Which, he does by being a merc killing mutants and turning in their heads for money. Alita thinks he's a seriel murderer for obvious reasons with the schedule he keeps doing merc jobs. And turns out to have a skill for martial arts that can ONLY be described as awesome because it literally strikes you with awe. After this he tries to force her to still fit into the perfect little precious daughter role even going so far as to refuse to let her leave the house and trying to buy her fancy frilly dresses so she'll look the part. And frankly for his surrogate daughter issues I want to lay him out.
Well, that's unfortunately as brief as I could be on the subject, sorry.
6. If any of you have played KOTOR, you know who she is. Fucking jedi ***** . . . you save her from slavery and murder, and her first course of action is to complain that you, who have never met her before . . . took too long and didn't come with her lightsaber. I never let the ***** have one after that point frankly. You want it so bad that you complain about someone who doesn't know about it doesn't have it? fine, you don't get to have one at all.
7. Reverend Mother Gaias Hellen Mohiam. Granted, that name alone is a lot to swallow (hee hee, sandworms.) but the gist is this, she's the leader of a religious cult (I call it a cult, because goddamnit they are) who has their fingers in more pies than the entire world governments do if you believe in even half the conspiracies out there. And Gaias Hellen is herself at the core of several different conspiracies, including one to artificially create a Messiah to cement the power of the religion instead of making it, as most see it, a "cult of untrustworthy power hungry witches" which is actually a lot more accurate than the Reverend Mothers want you to believe. You see, Reverend Mothers are capable of impossible acts to normal humans, through meditation and gruesome, let me emphasize GRUESOME trials they learn to control their own chemistry to the point of not having a known lifespan. No Reverend Mother has died of old age, there have been reverend mothers that CHOSE to die, and those that have been murdered. To give you a clearer idea, the Sandworms create the Spice, but by drowning a worm you get what's called Spice Essence, essentially a chemical so powerful it will seriously melt your brain, and the final trial of a Reverend Mother, the final test that makes them a true reverend mother, and gives them the final phases of those abilities is to drown a worm, take the EXTREMELY spice essence, swallow enough to kill about 1000 people (read a few gallons by the end of it) use their mastery of their own chemistry to change it to purified water that contains no trace of spice in it and put it back into the container the spice essence was in, which then combines it with the remnants of spice essence and makes the water be touched with spice so strong it sends them into a hallucinogenic orgy. (also a hint at how powerful the essence is that it's leftovers do that) But Gaias Hellen (to try and put a bow on her entry) runs this religion like Hitler ran germany to the point of attempting to get Paul Atredes mother executed on false charges and hiring an assassin against her son after he passed a high level Reverend Mother trial without having any training because her having a son was a generation early in her plan to create an artificial messiah.
8. Let's go ahead and get obscure here: Tomo in Azumanga Daioh. Super hyper, super stupid and convinced she's the shit (instead of what she actually is . . . just shit) every time I see her I want to at least smack her face.
9. Let's also get obvious: Angelica. If you don't know why . . . watch one episode of Rugrats . . . you'll see.
10. It's only sometimes . . . ok a lot of the time but Marla Singer. I'm going to the book not the movie because for whatever reason I find Hellena Bonham Carter so hot I can't be angry at her . . . seriously . . . the blood just drops out of my brain and I can't be angry. Anyway, Marla Singer is arrogant, despodic, apathetic, a crook, a sex fiend, and actually sees nothing wrong with her mother getting regular liposuction and mailing Marla the fat the doctors take out to be injected into her in place of botox or other such plastic surgery processes. Not to mention her instances of going to a testicle cancer group therapy session, to smoking at group therapy sessions like lung cancer and tuberculousus, oh yeah she also goes to group therapies for things she doesn't have as a way of fufilling her unsatisfying life. But I can't really hold it against her too much as the narrator does it too and from his perspective we are lead to see it as ok.
11. Frankly the entire comedian cast of "who gets the last laugh." Which, when it was first advertised I thought was going to be comedians fucking with each other on TV for our amusement. Then, as it got closer and then started up on tv it turned out to be exactly what we've had to put up with forever. Comedians and celebrities pushing us down into a puddle and laughing at us because they think they're better than us. The entire show is "hey kids, watch these comedians trick these stupid NORMAL people and then laugh at them! HA HA! isn't that great!?" in a word: NO.
12. Cercei (I hope I'm spelling that right) Lannister. Again, I think nuff said.
Quick side note: anyone that wants to tell me my opinion on her needs to not exist because her family basically tortured her into being insane, I don't fucking care . . . seeing it from her perspective her actions make sense, but aren't excused. And seeing it from ANYONE else's perspective proves it's not excused. Bran Stark. Motherfucking Bran Stark. Infact, no . . . Arya Stark. Suck it.
13. Asuka from Neon Genesis. Again, I don't care that her mother was driven insane and convinced Asuka was a still birth and replaced her with a doll in her mind and heart, NOTHING SHE DOES IS EXCUSED. Especially her desperate attempt to have sex with a middle aged man who's not only not interested, but is himself desperately trying to have sex with Misato. And for that matter, her constant attempts to apparently have angry "I hate you" sex with the main character who is so inept he can't even tell that Rei wanted to fuck him (about the only emotion she ever could show was lust) Frankly, I want Shinji's nightmare fantasy of strangling that ***** to death and smashing her skull in with a chair really happens.
14. Ashely . . . mother . . . fucking . . . Williams. Even Kaden isn't as speciest as that *****. I mean really! come on!
15. Pierce Washington in Saints Row 2, he's a *****, he complains about everything, he doesn't just bitchslap Shaundi . . . ever, and frankly I think he might actually be a closet homosexual with the way he acts about the main character and the other characters in the game.
16. Frankly, everyone in the DearS anime . . . I can't really get into it here as I'm running so damn long already just . . . just go watch an episode or two, hell watch all of it it's not very long . . . just be warned.
17. Lord Motherfucking English. Ok, not really because I'm pretty sure he'd just decide I was dead and I'd explode so . . . yeah . . .
18. Dr. Magnussun in Half Life 2 Episode 2. A lot of gamers got mad that he "came out of nowhere" but if you listen carefully to his lines, and if you fucked around in Half Life 1, you know who he is. To put it in short terms, he complains that you burned his lunch, in Half life 1, there's an employee breakroom with some kind of soup or something in the microwave, if you press the button on the microwave a few times, the soup gets burned and the scientist closest to it gets up and complains that you burnt his food. THAT ladies and Gentlemen is the cloned character model that became Dr. Magnussun. He spends however, the entire (short) HL2E2 complaining about how inept Gordon Freeman is (you know the man that singlehandedly created the successful rebellion and then singehandedly saves the world again, 3 times now as of counting HL1. Actually that's more like 4 if you played the free middle of the road one mission game that came packaged with HL2E1. Yeah . . . Gordon Freeman is inept . . . right.
19. Jack in LOST. Call the show shit all you want, I don't care . . . I enjoyed it and John Locke is an amazing man, but Jack is an ass. He's self righteous, hipocritical and doesn't even SEE that he breaks his own rules. He actually says that John's idea of blowing up a complex the "Others" use is terrible and that murder is never excused, then when forced to let a bunch of people go with Locke to join them, he actually puts a gun to John Locke's head AND PULLS THE TRIGGER. This is so shockingly stupid that John later brings it up when Jack asks him why John won't trust him, John says "well Jack . . . you DID put a gun to my head then pull the trigger." To which, Jack replies that he doesn't understand why John would hold that against him since OBVIOUSLY John is so much worse when the worst thing John did was blow up a submarine that you later find out wouldn't have helped them anyway.
20. I just want to be all OCD and end on a nice socially symmetrical number. Haseo . . . Haseo, Haseo, Haseo . . . what could I say. No, scratch that . . . what COULDN'T I say? you're arrogant, you're a douche, you're both pathetic AND so self assured you think you do no wrong, you hopelessly chase after a man that pretty much says from the start that he's evil and then are SURPRISED when he turns out to be, oh . . .wait . . . evil. Then, he pines after a girl he's never met in person, and actually tries to troll and abuse another girl who uses a similar character model completely on the basis of the character model being similar. Seriously, in an MMO, he's so pissy about someone using a similar character model to a girl he likes that he tries to abuse her into quitting the game and, by her reaction, possibly committing suicide. Fuck you, Haseo . . . fuck you.
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SlaveNumber23 said:
Wow I'm surprised Joffrey from Game of Thrones isn't on here yet. I wish I could punch Joffrey in the face.
You have to admit, he plays the part extremely well.
OG Loc from GTA San Andreas.
Shia Lebeouf's characters from Bayformers and Indiana Jones.
The cast of Twilight.
Near (Death Note).
Amy Pond and River Song.
You just had to ninja me on everyone one of them didn't you?
Especially that goddam Near... grr.... Never mess with my L you copycat!
EDIT: Also Cersei Lannister.... that damn winy witch.
And in video games Connor from AC3. God the hate I held for that man during the game.
McMarbles
Cartman.
And by "punch" I mean "shoot".
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TrulyBritish said:
I seriously don't get why everyone hates Near. I think they're just pissed about what happened to L. I mean, I liked him, even if he wasn't as multifaceted as L. He was calm, calculating, had a bit of an edge to him...and besides that, I just loved Cathy Weseluck's performance as him.
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Relius Clover from Blazblue. I hate that son of a *****. This is for Carl! *punch* And Ada! *punch* And Ignis! *punch* And THIS is for Makoto! *Falcon Punch*
Also, Squall. The poster boy for everything wrong with JRPGs. *punch*
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Oh, and I'm also surprised that this ***** hasn't made the list yet. Maybe she's just overshadowed by Joffrey in the tv series, but believe me, in "A Feast for Crows" she's even more hatable. If we ever get a season 5 of GoT, she's going to be hated even more than Joffrey.
Spoiler: Seriously, fuck this *****
But dude....... The mother you are supposed to hate is this one:
Spoiler: Seriously, fuck this *****, she caused almost EVERY problem in Westeros (Walkers are the only exclusion)
Relish in Chaos said:
Well I can't speak for everyone, but I'll put down why I don't like him. I'll spoiler this just in case though. Having only just finished the series a short while ago I have t consider maybe SOMEONE is reading it now.
While this does link down to how much I personally loved L, I just don't feel that Near was any decent successor to him and I hate the way Near was considered to have won. Basically all Near does it focus on things that he assumes. He assumes Light's Kira simply because of the fact he was the new L and that L had suspected him (despite being cleared later) and his discovery of Mikami as X-Kira seemed a bit off. Seriously, Mikami had met Takada twice and appeared on the show, that was Nears evidence -_-. He may have been right but I see no actual reason he should have been so sure of it.
Plus, most of the actual work done is by Mello. It's Mello that discovers that some of the rules are fake (thus making Light a viable suspect) as well as his capture of Takada causing the discovery of the fake Notebook. Without Mello (and actually, without Matsuda's fast reactions at the end) Near would have died at the face off. Not to mention the fact he barely batted an eyelid over the death of his co-workers.
And ultimately his motives rub me the wrong way as well a bit. While L was clearly working for justice there's just too large a feeling for me of the second stage of it just being a contest between Near and Mello.
I accept all of my arguments are pretty petty and flawed, but I still dislike the guy.
Sorry for the rant.


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Shah Abdur Razzak is a Bangladesh Awami League politician and the former Member of Parliament of Rangpur-4.

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Razzak was a veteran of the Bengali Language movement and Bangladesh Liberation war. He was elected to parliament from Rangpur-4 as a Bangladesh Awami League candidate in 1986.

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Razzak died on 13 March 2018 in Rangpur City, Rangpur District, Bangladesh.

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Very little gives me hope for the world. Beyond my faith, nothing much keeps me going. I keep an eye open at all times, for something, ANYTHING, that will give me hope for our world. Luckily for me, I am friends with a lot of people who are on the look out for the same. My friend, Alicia, wrote this blog post reviewing the new film "Snow White and The Huntsman." Until now, I had not considered seeing the film. Movies lately seem to be a load a duds. It remains hard to find a good one. There are sadly, far too few female protagonists that are brilliant and strong. This movie happens to feature one! Yay!!! Enjoy reading her post, and then go see the film. I feel like every purchase I make is a vote that I am putting in towards promoting the things I believe in. I will probably see this movie several times for that reason. I'm hoping to see "Brave" soon also. Hopefully, it will be just as satisfying. Have a swell day!


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I'm lucky enough to have worked at many of the amazing and beautiful wedding venues we have in Scotland. It therefore seems only right that I should mention some of my favourites and a few special ones that I may have visited in another capacity or would love to photograph one day! Whether you're searching for a historic castle, a beautiful lochside wedding, a rustic barn, or something more city chic, you'll find it here!
Of course, this list is subjective and there will be other fabulous venues that I haven't mentioned so don't panic if yours is not here! Everyone will have their own favourites and that's absolutely fine!
I absolutely love Cottiers! If you're looking for a Glasgow-based city wedding venue, this is one you must pay attention to. Beautifully decorated and absolutely charming! Check out some photos from Emily & Michael who were married here earlier this year.
I love a Loch Lomond Wedding, and this exclusive little venue is nestled in some of the most stunning scenery Scotland has to offer. With beautiful wood interior, and panoramic views across the loch, it is one of my favourites! Take a peek at some photos from Jade & Graham's beautiful wedding here.
A beautiful, elegant castle hotel, nestled in the countryside in the Scottish Borders. See more from this stunning venue from Claire and Dale's wedding below!
Another Loch Lomond venue, this time up by Balmaha and perfect if you fancy an outdoor ceremony by the loch, surrounded by acres of private land. An absolute treat of a venue, but don't take my word for it - here's some photos from Alice & Colin's beautiful wedding day last year.
Located just outside Edinburgh, this versatile venue is an impressive space which can hold both indoor and outdoor weddings. With award-winning food and very friendly staff, this is another must see! Check out some photos from Naomi and Daniel's fabulous wedding day here.
Dalhousie is the perfect fairytale wedding venue. Elegant and full of character, this is a popular venue for those eloping to Scotland. Check out some gorgeous photos from Jonathan and Adele's stunning wedding, including the owl ring delivery from the onsite falconry.
The Stables are a beautiful blank canvas, giving couples complete freedom over how they style their day. Beautifully atmospheric and intimate, this one is a real gem!
Another beautiful barn venue, which is flexible in layout and offers couples the chance to add their own personality to their big day!
A fabulous option for couples looking for an exclusive barn venue in Ayrshire. If fairy lights and whisky barrels is your thing, this is another must see!
Perfect for couples looking for a grand wedding venue, Airth Castle offers flexible spaces with glamorous touches and is surrounded by lovely grounds and countryside.
If striking architecture is your thing, and either you or your partner is a current or past student, Glasgow UniversIty has several fabulous options for couples to consider.
This charming, converted tin-shed overlooks the beautiful orchard of Knockraich Farm in Fintry, Stirlingshire. A beautiful and unique venue full of natural character and perfect for couples to make their own!
This lovely Edinburgh venue has it all - beautiful setting, romantic gardens and a beautiful space with lots of natural light. Check out Jakki and Marc's wedding for a sneak peek at this little gem!
This luxury country house in Perthshire is nestled in acres of natural woodland, overlooking the River Tay and perfect for those that want to celebrate in style!
If you love the idea of getting married amidst surroundings of lush greenery and have an appreciation for all things natural and vintage, the Secret Herb Garden just outside Edinburgh could be the venue for you!
This popular St Andrew's venue is ideal for a barn wedding! Lots of character, yet a completely blank canvas for couples determined to do it their way.
A beautifully well-maintained and refurbished rustic barn venue, nestled amongst 150 acres of private parkland. Conveniently located in Perthshire, this atmospheric venue is perfect for couples looking to express themselves fully on their wedding day.
Another stunning and truly iconic Scottish Wedding Venue, in the heart of Glasgow's West End and just across the road from the beautiful Botanic Gardens. This absolutely gorgeous venue has so many unique features, including the famous celestial ceiling mural, which you can see more of by taking a nosy at some photos from Rachel & Paul's stunning winter wedding here.
GG's is a stunningly idyllic country wedding venue, with spectacular views over the Southern Scottish coastline. Think rustic stone, wooden beams and glittering chandeliers. If this is the atmosphere you're looking for, check it out!


This morning I realised I had a problem with a PC that is used by many. Those many really need this machine and I really need to pre-empt the frustration fast.
A failed HDD prevents it from booting and I don't have another 40GB Serial ATA to replace and rebuild.
Thankfully, this is a relatively new PC but I can't remember if it's still on warranty so I take down the S/N and P/N, log on to HP's website and start a chat with someone in support. She very quickly confirms that the PC is still in "On-Site!!" warranty and gives me a number to dial here in Athens.
Call made, technician arrives tomorrow to fix. Total time 20min.
That's why I love HP.