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Follow @AlexBerenson
Jan 18 • 6 tweets • 1 min read
1/ There is just no easy way to say this:
The recent UK and Euromomo death figures are frightening. In the last few weeks, deaths have surged to higher than any point since early 2021...
2/ And those numbers are much worse than they seem. They follow a YEAR of high excess non-Covid deaths (not to mention earlier Covid waves in 2020 and 2021 which mostly targeted the very old and sick and should mean that deaths now are LOWER than normal)...
3/ The weather can't be blamed. In fact, this winter has been very warm in Europe. There's efforts to blame delayed medical care or "long Covid" look sillier by the week; they do not fit the pattern of what we're seeing...
4/ I take no pleasure in writing any of this. NONE. With the exception of my immediate family, almost everyone I know has had the mRNAs. But it is time to stop pretending that the obvious explanation is not the obvious explanation and start looking for underlying mechanisms...
5/ We already know these shots are causing long-term immune system changes in a way no one predicted. What we don't know is what those changes may mean. We need to find out, instead of pretending they're not happening...
6/ If deaths go back to normal in a few weeks, great. We STILL need to do this research - and lots of other work that we skipped in 2020. But at this point the media and government silence around these numbers is only going to feed conspiracy theories.
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No, I will not settle this one.
I've explained why I settled Berenson v Twitter, once the 1A claims were tossed (wrongly) the most valuable part of the suit was discovery, and I was able to settle in a way that preserved my discovery rights AND put me back on immediately…
https://twitter.com/princetongb/status/1619108849121730560
AND included Twitter's acknowledgement that it shouldn't have banned me - all of which has proven extremely helpful in setting up the new suit, which is even more important…
Frankly my lawyers and I were surprised Twitter went as far as it did - allowing the publication of discovery after a case is settled is unheard of - but Twitter obviously did not want to allow depositions or further action…
I'm old enough to remember when the CEO of @merck - the best, most science-driven pharma company (a low bar), warned:
"There are a lot of examples of vaccines in the past that have stimulated the immune system, but ultimately didn't confer protection."
hbswk.hbs.edu/item/merck-ceo…
He said this, too:
"What worries me the most is that the public is... so desperate to go back to normalcy, that they are pushing us to move things faster and faster. But ultimately, if you're going to use a vaccine in billions of people, you better know what that vaccine does.
"And unfortunately, there are some cases where it stimulated the immune system and not only it didn't confer protection, but actually helped the virus invade the cell because it was incomplete in terms of its immunogenic properties. We have to be very careful."
1/ For those of you who'd rather see the whole Gottlieb #TwitterFiles in a thread... here goes!
On August 27, 2021, Dr. Scott Gottlieb - a Pfizer director with over 550,000 Twitter followers - saw a tweet he didn't like, a tweet that might hurt sales of Pfizer's mRNA vaccines.
2/The tweet explained correctly that natural immunity after Covid infection was superior to vaccine protection. It called on the White House to "follow the science" and exempt people with natural immunity from upcoming vaccine mandates.
3/ It came not from an "anti-vaxxer" like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., but from Dr. Brett Giroir, a physician who had briefly followed Gottlieb as the head of the Food & Drug Administration. Further, the tweet encouraged people who did not have natural immunity to "Get vaccinated!"
1/ My first #TwitterFiles report: how @ScottGottliebMD - a top Pfizer board member - used the same Twitter lobbyist as the White House to suppress debate on Covid vaccines, INCLUDING FROM A FELLOW HEAD OF @US_FDA!
Thanks @elonmusk for opening these files.
alexberenson.substack.com/p/from-the-twi…
2/ In August 2021, Gottlieb told Todd O'Boyle - a senior manager in Twitter's public policy department - that a tweet from @DrGiroir claiming CORRECTLY that natural immunity was superior to vaccine immunity was "corrosive" and might "go viral."
3/ Twitter put a misleading tag on the tweet, preventing it from being shared. Gottlieb then went after a tweet about Covid's low risk to kids from @justin_hart. Pfizer would soon win the okay for its mRNA shots for children, so keeping parents scared was crucial...
1/ @JReinerMD, remember when you tried to make people take novel biotechnologies or lose their jobs?
"Early experience with Covid-19 vaccine mandates shows that when faced with a choice between vaccine compliance and losing a job, nearly all employees choose to get vaccinated."
2/ "Choose" lol... though there's nothing funny about it.
Here's the sickest part of that coercive screed. You didn't write it in June 2021. You wrote it in November, when anyone with eyes could see the jabs didn't work for more a few months...
cnn.com/2021/11/20/opi…
3/ You wrote it knowing the vaccines had failed to work as promised. The push for vaccines in the spring of 2021 was forgivable, wrong but forgivable; but everyone who doubled down after July 2021 has MUCH to answer for...
The last two days have made clearer than ever before what happens next.
They'll keep telling me how awful I am for chasing the questions they're too scared to ask.
I'll keep trying to get at the truths that are desperately important to their health...
This isn't for me. I'm not (mRNA Covid) vaccinated. My wife isn't. Our kids aren't. And none of us will be, not now and not ever.
This is for the billion people who got sucked into an experiment we STILL don't understand and increasingly cannot control...
Look, the odds are still very much in our favor. Omicron just isn't particularly risky, and it shows no evidence of mutating to become more virulent. But the IgG4 paper - and the fact Covid just will NOT go away in the mRNA countries - are enormous red flags...
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I remember being a First Time Buyer and not really knowing what getting a mortgage entails, what default insurance was, and how to even qualify for a mortgage.
As a girl one of my favourite things to do was look at houses with my friend's family. Every weekend they would go and visit open houses, and my friend and I would carefully examine what we liked and what we didn't like about each house. Driving through different neighbourhoods we would each claim which house was "ours" and get really excited when we were able to "claim" one that fit within our dream house guidelines.
As I got older, I soon realized that there was more to buying a home than getting a good job. I had no idea that I had to have a down payment, good credit history, and a stable income. As an 18-year old, I maxed out my only credit card all the time because it was available to me. The bank told me that I only needed to make minimum payments on my card, so that's what I did. I had no idea the affect it had on my credit score! Unbeknownst to me, my goal of obtaining my dream house was slipping further and further away.
Since then and becoming a Mortgage Broker, I've corrected the mistakes I made and have learned what it takes to get a mortgage.
There are 3 main factors that go into getting a mortgage approval.
Think of each of these as a leg on a tripod. In order to get the best rates and best mortgage terms, you need each leg. When one leg is not as strong as the others, it will make getting a mortgage more challenging.
When lenders look at your income, they want to know how stable that income is.
Are you past probation? Are you on commission? Are you salaried? Are you hourly? Self employed? How long have you been working at your current employment?
There are two ratios that lenders look at when they are looking at whether or not your income will support your housing payments.
GDS is the percentage of your gross annual income that will be going towards your mortgage payments, property taxes, heating costs and condo fees. Generally, lenders will allow up to 32% maximum.
TDS is the percentage of your gross annual income that will be going towards your housing, plus any other debts that you are paying. These debts include, but are not limited to, credit cards, personal loans, student loans, car loans, line of credit, etc. Generally, lenders will allow up to a maximum of 40%. Depending on your credit score, this maximum allowable amount may increase up to 44%.
The minimum requirement for a down payment is 5% of the purchase price of $500K or under, and 10% of any amount above $500K.
There are many ways to acquire a down payment such as accumulated savings, RRSP withdrawal, gifted from immediate family, existing equity, or flex down.
Flex down is when you used borrowed funds as a down payment. This can come from a line of credit, loan, or borrowed funds. The borrowed down payment must be calculated in the TDS ratio and must not exceed maximum allowable amount.
Any down payment amount that is less than 20%, the lenders will require you to pay mortgage default insurance through CMHC, Genworth, or Canada Guarantee. As the lender is lending a higher amount than the value of the home, in the lenders' eyes it is seen as a higher risk of investment. This insurance therefore protects the lender's interests in case of default. If you, as a borrower, would like this coverage also, an additional premium would apply.
Credit history is extremely important when it comes to whether a lender will approve you for a mortgage or not. This indicates to the lenders how well you have managed credit in the past, and whether or not you would be considered a higher risk to lend to or not.
Are you living on the edge with your credit maxed out often? Are you going over your limit? Are you making all of your bill payments? Have you had any missed or late payments? Do you have any credit history at all?
I've come across many people who have not gone any where near a credit card because of the trouble it has gotten others into. What they don't realize, is that it takes credit to build credit.
Have at least 2 kinds of credit (or trades). Credit card + loan, credit card + line of credit… etc.
Always make your payments on time! If you can't make the full payment, at least make the minimum. Don't make minimum payments a habit.
Ideally, have your balance less than 50% of your limit.
Use credit – if you have credit and never use it, it won't reflect in your credit history if you've never used it. Make $50 purchases monthly and pay it off to show credit usage.
For those of you who have less than spotless credit history, have no fear! There are other lenders that can make your home buying dreams come true with a higher interest rate, depending on your circumstances.
Aside from the 3 main factors, there are also many other factors that go into the mortgage approval process. The mortgage process may be a complicated process, but for you, it doesn't have to be! Mortgage professionals look at your specific situation and make a plan to achieve your home buying dreams. Mortgage Brokers work with many banks and lenders, and give unbiased, real advice to help you get the best mortgage for you and your family.
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Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21
All Themes Children in War The Horror of War Companionship, Hope, and the Self Guilt and Responsibility Nature
All Characters Ishmael Beah Junior Esther Beah's Uncle Laura Simms
All Symbols Beah's Cassette The Moon
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Children in War
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Back in Sierra Leone, Beah's childhood friend, Mohamed, who had also ended up at Benin House, has also now moved in to live with Beah's uncle. The boys are excited as they are about to start going to school, but at the school the other students are wary of them, knowing that they were child soldiers.
Beah and Mohamed return to a "normal" life as students. Though the other students' reaction to them makes clear that having been child soldiers will always stay with them, will always carry some kind of social stigma. It also shows how little the other students understand or can imagine the war.
On the morning of May 25, 1997, Beah hears gunshots in Freetown. The government is ousted in a coup by a group of army officers. The new government releases prisoners (many of them captured rebels) from the central prison, and gives them guns as they exit. There is massive looting, and many released prisoners seek vengeance on the lawyers and judges who put them in prison. A man named Johnny Paul Koroma comes on the radio, announcing himself as the new president of Sierra Leone, having overthrown the democratically elected Yejan Kabbah. The army and the rebels have joined forces, and now institute martial law. Total chaos grips the country.
In an almost unimaginable shift, just as it seems Beah is in the clear, Sierra Leone goes to pieces entirely. It turns out that despite the years of war, the rebels and army came to understand that their purposes weren't so different after all, which is fitting, given the apparent barbarism both sides display in Beah's narrative. The war wasn't ever really a war of ideal so much as it was a war for power: and by joining forces those two sides get the power they want.
The new government, called Sobels, shuts down schools and even blows up bank vaults to get money. Beah says there is nothing to do but sit around, as it is too dangerous to leave their house. To get food for their family, Beah and Mohamed sneak to a black market.
Although Beah has survived far worse, he knows better than to risk his life going out and about unless he absolutely has to. Food happens to be one of those necessities. In a way, Beah and Mohamed's time as child soldiers better prepares them to face this sort of situation.
As they are leaving the market, armed men from the government arrive to shut it down. The men fire warning shots, and then shoot a woman who fails to put down the food she is carrying as they ordered her to. Beah and Mohamed try to sneak away, but get stuck in a crowd of people protesting against this new government. The armed men begin firing on the crowd with bullets and tear gas. The boys run for a gutter as a helicopter fires on protesters with its machine gun. Beah and Mohamed run and hide in a gutter for six hours. When the sun sets, they head back to the house, to find Beah's uncle in tears. He hugs them and tells them never to go back into the city, but they respond that they will have to when the family again runs out of supplies.
Predictably, Beah finds himself again in harm's way. It's only by their wits and understanding of just how violent the Sobels can be that the boys avert disaster. Just as the villages of Beah's youth could not imagine the war ever hitting them, here the entire city seems blindsided by the sudden arrival of the war. Beah's uncle wants to protect these new children of his from the war, but in war the novel shows again how little parents can do to protect their children.
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Over the next five months, gunmen proceed with the same kind of arbitrary violence that was the mark of the civil war, and the civilians adjust, knowing that they have to go out to get food. A family who lives a few doors down are dragged from they home by armed government, shot, and left in the street.
While Beah is adept at this kind of life, he takes no pleasure in it. His new life has been ripped from him.
Beah's uncle gets sick, but there is no way to get him to a doctor in the violence of the city, and no doctors willing to come, and he dies. Understanding there is little left for him in Sierra Leone, Beah manages to call Laura Simms to ask her if he can move to New York. She says yes. But to get to her he will first have to get out of Sierra Leone and reach Conakry, a city in the neighboring country of Guinea.
Just as his new life is in ruins, so too is his new family. Beah decides there is nothing more for him in Sierra Leone, that it is not only safest for him to move away, but that he no longer wants to live in the country. Beah has made connections that allow him this possibility. He knows many others haven't.
A week after his uncle passes away, on October 31, 1997, Beah leaves Freetown, telling only Mohamed about his plan. Beah leaves before dawn and sneaks past checkpoints to an old bus station. Beah and a number of other refugees take a dangerous series of buses, and are stopped repeatedly by officials and others who demand exorbitant bribes to let them pass. But Beah makes it to Guinea, and takes a bus to Conakry, where there are even more bribes and over fifteen checkpoints. People who can't pay are kicked off the bus. Although Beah can't pay the final fare to Conakry, he sneaks on the bus.
The exploitation of refugees is disgusting, but familiar enough to Beah, who uses his usual quick thinking to make it out of a difficult situation. His anticipation of freedom, however, is relatively joyless, as he has lost so much, and had to sacrifice so much. Beah has given up on his country as a home: there is no safety or comfort in it anymore.
In Conakry, Beah isn't sure what to do next. He has no one to stay with, so he heads to the Sierra Leone embassy where he knows he can at least stay at night. Everyone there is sleeping on the floor, and Beah watches a mother telling a story to her children, and is reminded of a story he was once told by his grandfather. The story is about a hunter who goes to kill a monkey, but the monkey presents him with a dilemma. If he shoots the monkey, his mother will die, if he doesn't, his father will die. Beah's answer, even when he was seven, was that he would shoot the monkey, so no hunter would ever be in the same predicament.
There is no system in place for refugees to escape, and so Beah has to suffer the indignity of sleeping on the cramped floor. The story Beah recalls is something of an allegory for the dilemma of whether or not to intervene in a civil war as bloody and feudal as the one in Sierra Leone. Beah proposes it's better to intervene and risk further death than allow the possibility of the cycle of violence continuing. A Long Way Gone is ultimately an act of witness, in which Beah uses his own story to make human, and therefore more monstrous, what was happening in Sierra Leone. And in being so it is a demand for action from the world to intervene, both in Sierra Leone and elsewhere.
Grillon, Evan. "A Long Way Gone Chapter 21." LitCharts. LitCharts LLC, 23 Jun 2015. Web. 19 Jan 2020.
Grillon, Evan. "A Long Way Gone Chapter 21." LitCharts LLC, June 23, 2015. Retrieved January 19, 2020. https://www.litcharts.com/lit/a-long-way-gone/chapter-21.


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Drama as Scott returns. Lesotho Times. October 22, comments Scott argued his name was Lehlohonolo Mokhele and also that he was a South African, not a Lesotho citizen. But Magistrate Vanitha Armu shot down this argument on the grounds there was enough evidence proving he was from Lesotho.
Key players including captain Nkau Lerotholi, Lehlohonolo Mokhele, Pali Tšalong and Liteboho Mokhesi have been absconding club duties over a bonus dispute dating back to Tse Putsoa's league win in May.
After his arrest, Scott appeared before the Verulam Magistrate's Court and Durban North Magistrate's Court, where he argued his name was Lehlohonolo Mokhele and also that he was a South African, as he fought extradition to Lesotho.


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Q: jQuery form submit disabled till all fields pass validation I have a validation algorythm (check by mask):
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A: The disabled attribute is special kind of attribute like checked="checked". I think you should remove the whole attribute so remove disabled="disabled" instead of leaving the disabled attribute blank.
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Q: Connection drops when I connect Everytime I connect to either the wireless or wired connection at the office with my laptop, the connections starts to go slower and slower until it dies. Then, if I disconnect, it eventually comes back.
This is a fresh install of Windows 7. I even thought it could be a virus or something so I formatted my hard drive. I must say that when I connect with my Ubuntu partition, everything works as expected, no slowing down, no dropping.

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*The OS is Windows 7, fresh install.

*There are no other applications consuming bandwidth in my computer (downloads etc)

*All the internet connection is left as default, exactly the same as my colleages.

*I'm not the only one with windows seven, which leads me to believe it's a config problem.

Help? Please?

A: First thing I always do is make sure I have the absolute latest drivers from the wireless card manufacturer.


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Q: Simple crontab script on works The following crontab entry doesn't work:
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Namibia: Even the "Swart Bobbejane" (Black Baboons) Sometimes Know Their Rights.
Police in Namibia have warned against racist behaviour, which they insist is a serious offence in the country. The warning came after a fracas last weekend between a White Namibian, Willem de Klerk and security guards, at Windpomp 14 Bar and Bistro, a recreational resort between Swakopmund and Henties Bay.
According to the report, the ugly brouhaha started, when apparently intoxicated patron Willem de Klerk wanted to urinate outside the bar in the presence of others, including kids. He was approached by one of the security guards of the premise, who advised him not to do so. Rather than heeding the advice, Mr. de Klerk allegedly started insulting the guards, using derogatory language, including calling him in Afrikaans, "swart bobbejane" (black baboons). The security guards were taken aback and one of them responded to Klerk`s degrading and insult remarks with three slaps. The row, which was captured on a video camera went viral on the social network.
Reacting to the irresponsible behaviour, the police spokesperson, deputy commissioner Edwin Kanguatjivi warned seriously that racial discrimination is not tolerated in Namibia and the culprits of the crime will face the full wrath of the law if caught. On the other hand, Bertus Struwig of Windpomp 14, apologised for the incident:
"I'm totally amazed that we still have such human elements in this great country. Whilst we cannot wish you away, our doors will always be closed to you. The sign 'not welcome' should have your name on."
Namibia Rock and Surf Angling Association, equally showed their condemnation of the feud:
"The NRSAA, on the highest level, would like to clearly state that it does not condone this type of behaviour. Should this individual or member club be found guilty of these alleged offences, necessary disciplinary steps will be implemented,"
But what was the reaction of the major character in the conflict, Willem de Klerk? Initially, de Klerk refused to comment on the incident. However, he later responded:
"Some of the things said on Facebook are not true but I take full responsibility for my actions but I am not the only one to blame. One thing I can say is that I am not a racist," he defended.
Obviously, Willem de Klerk wants the world to believe he is not a racist. Who wouldn`t, after all, it is not nice to be caught with one`s pant down? One thing is clear: just like other ideologies, racism is a long-held ideology, which hardly disappears easily. If you believe you are superior to someone else because you have set your own judgemental standards, which you believe your subordinate lacks, would you easily agree to accept instructions from this subordinate? Hardly not. This is the real situation and psychological state de Klerk most obviously found himself.
As of the time of going to the press, Mr de Klerk has not been charged with racial discrimination. A charge must first be made before the police can start their investigations. According to Erongo crime investigations coordinator deputy commissioner Erastus Iikuyu, a thorough investigation would have taken place if a charge were filed.
Clearly, Namibia is a very decent country, where the rule of law prevails. Even though de Klerk`s racist remark is against the law, the police can only commence investigations after a charge has been lodged in. The question is: would the affected security guards take necessary action against de Klerk, which will serve as a detriment to others? Perhaps not. My personal experience in Namibia is that an average Namibian is so cool- headed and peaceful. Looking back during the apartheid or colonial era in Namibia, Namibians were forced to learn Afrikaans, the language of the colonial master from South Africa (Originally, Dutch. Although in the Netherlands, it has become a taboo to mention that the White Boers of South Africa originally came from the Netherlands. Not even this reality finds itself into the Dutch academic curriculum). Unlike South Africans, who refused to accept the language of their colonial master and in fact, revolted against it, Namibians, on the other hand, adopted and accepted Afrikaans as their official language over their various native languages. Even after the independence, and indeed till today, the White minority group still controls almost the economic nucleus of the country`s economy. Furthermore, unlike in Zimbabwe, where President Robert Mugabe confiscated lands from the White farmers, Namibians adopted a peaceful approach and co-existence with the whites. The government of Namibia would rather buy the land from the White farmers and redistribute to original owners, the native Namibians. This approach is praised in many quarters. However, this peaceful coexistence must not be mistaken as a sign of cowardice.
It is a common sight to experience White Namibians behaving like lords over the black Namibians. Jumping a queue because "I am busy" or "I have an urgent appointment" "" as if those blacks standing patient, responsible and obediently in the queue were idiots who did not have other pressing assignments to attend to "" are not uncommon typical "I "" am "" the superior" attitude amongst some White Namibians. Nor is it strange to see black Namibians treating their white brothers and sisters as if they were from another planet. Clearly, accepting inferior position encourages a slavish mentality and an inferiority complex. Both discriminatory and subordinate behaviours must be strongly discouraged by the government of Namibia.
Respect is reciprocal; being polite or showing respect does not mean weakness either. Moreover, taking up a leadership or superior position means showing good examples. However, one becomes a failure and social misfit if they deem themselves superior yet they cannot live by a good example or up to the social norms and conditions.
How best can one explain the level of "intelligence" (if we can agree on what " intelligence" really is!!) behind the "black baboons" discourse "" and that of its author for that matter?
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Maidstone, Kent Archives Office, DRb/Ar2 (Liber Temporalium)
s. xiv, Rochester
Type of MS.: Register
Davis no.: 820
Bibliography: Campbell, Rochester, p. xv
Related MSS:
Provenance: Previously Rochester, Dioc. Reg.
Charters contained:
S37, f. 3r: A.D. 765 x 785. Egbert, king of Kent, to Deora, bishop of Rochester, and the church of St Andrew; grant of 10 sulungs (aratra) at Halling, Kent, with appurtenant swine-pastures at Bixle, Speldhurst, Mæreden, Rusthall and Teppanhyse, Kent. s. xiv
S280, f. 3r: A.D. 838 (Fræricburna, [Surrey]). Egbert, king, to Beornmod, bishop; grant of 4 sulungs (aratra) at Snodland and Holborough, Kent, with pastures and a viculus in the eastern part of Rochester. s. xiv
S1, f. 3v: A.D. 604 (28 April). Æthelberht, king, to St Andrew and his church at Rochester; grant of land at Rochester. s. xiv
S327, f. 3v: A.D. ? 860 (altered to 790). Æthelberht, king of Wessex and Kent, to Wærmund, bishop; grant of land at Rochester with a marsh, in return for 15 pounds and 30 mancuses. s. xiv
S291, f. 4r: A.D. 842. Æthelwulf, king of the South Peoples, to Ceolmund, his præfectus; grant of 1 sulung (aratrum) and a viculus near Rochester. s. xiv
S165, f. 4r: A.D. 811. Coenwulf, king of Mercia, to Beornmod, bishop; grant of 3 sulungs (aratra) to the south of Rochester (at Borstal), Kent, with appurtenant swine-pastures in the Weald. s. xiv
S32, f. 4r-v: A.D. 762. Sigered, king of Kent, to Eardwulf, bishop, to augment his monastery; grant of 1.5 iugera in the northern part of the city of Rochester. s. xiv
S321, f. 4v: A.D. 880. Æthelwulf, king of the Saxons, to the church of St Andrew (Rochester) and bishop Swithulf; grant of 3 sulungs (aratra) at Cuxton, with meadow at Chatham, Kent. s. xiv
S129, ff. 4v-5r: A.D. 788. Offa, king of Mercia, to St Andrew's church, and the bishopric of Rochester; grant of 6 sulungs (aratra) at Trottiscliffe, Kent, with swine-pastures in the Weald. s. xiv
S35, f. 5r: A.D. 778 (Canterbury). Egbert, king of Kent, to Deora, bishop of Rochester; grant of a half sulung (aratrum) at Bromhey in Frindsbury, Kent, and a marsh called Scaga. With bounds of appurtenant meadows in Hreodham (? Redham in Cliffe, Kent). s. xiv
S514, f. 5r-v: A.D. 942 x 946. King Edmund to Burhric, bishop (of Rochester); grant of 3 sulungs (aratra) at West Malling, Kent. s. xiv
S130, f. 5v: A.D. 789. Offa, king of Mercia, to Wærmund, bishop, and the church at Rochester; grant of 1 sulung (aratrum) at Bromhey in Frindsbury, Kent. s. xiv
S864, f. 6r: A.D. 987. King Æthelred to Æthelsige, his minister; grant of 10 sulungs (aratra) at Bromley, Kent. s. xiv
S105, f. 6v: A.D. 764 (Canterbury). Offa, king of Mercia, to Eardwulf, bishop of Rochester; grant of 20 sulungs (aratra) at Islingham, Kent. s. xiv
S926, ff. 6v-7r: A.D. 1012. King Æthelred to Godwine, bishop of Rochester; grant of 15 hides (mansae) at Fen Stanton and Hilton, Hunts., previously fofeited by Æthelflæd for helping her exiles brother, Ealdorman Leofsige s. xiv
S1562, f. 7v: Bounds of Fen Stanton, Hunts., with details of fisheries on the Ouse. s. xiv
S88, f. 7v: A.D. 733 (1 or 24 September). Æthelbald, king of Mercia, to Ealdwulf, bishop, and the church of St Andrew (Rochester); remission of the toll due on one ship at London; with confirmation (A.D. 844 x 851, Werburgewic) by Berhtwulf, king of Mercia. s. xiv
S893, f. 8r-v: A.D. 998 (Easter). King Æthelred to St Andrew's church, Rochester; restitution of 6 sulungs at Bromley, Kent, with swine-pastures in the Weald. s. xiv
S157, ff. 8v-9r: A.D. 801. Coenwulf, king of Mercia, and Cuthred, king of Kent, to Swithhun, minister; grant of 3 sulungs (aratra) at Bromhey in Frindsbury, Kent, one sulung at Æthilwlfing lond, a fishery on the Thames called Fiscnæs, and swine-pastures in Cæstersæta walda, with confirmation by Cuthred (2nd day of Easter, Canterbury) and note of bequest of the land by Swithhun to St Andrew's, Rochester. s. xiv
S299, f. 9r: A.D. 850. Æthelwulf, king of Wessex, and Athelstan, king of Kent, to Ealhhere, princeps; grant of land near Rochester, with a church dedicated to St Mary. s. xiv
S315, f. 9r: A.D. 855. Æthelwulf, king of Wessex and Kent, to Dunn, his minister; grant of a messuage (haga) in the south of the city of Rochester. s. xiv
S671, f. 9r-v: A.D. 955 for ? 973. King Edgar to St Andrew, Rochester, and Ælfstan, bishop of Rochester; grant of 10 hides (mansae) or sulungs at Bromley, Kent. s. xiv
S349, f. 10r: A.D. 895. Alfred, king of the Saxons, to Burhric, bishop of Rochester; grant of land at Freckenham, Suffolk, and at Isleham, Cambs. s. xiv
S1456, f. 10v: A.D. 995 x 1005. An account of the settlement of a dispute between Godwine, bishop of Rochester, and Leofwine, son of Ælfheah, concerning land at Snodland, Kent. s. xiv


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Andrea Rosen Gallery
Martha Rosler, Borna Sammak, Michael St. John Opening reception: Thursday, October 30, 6 - 8 pm
October 31 – December 6, 2014
Andrea Rosen Gallery is pleased to present a three-person exhibition of Martha Rosler, Borna Sammak and Michael St. John. Looking to and pulling from the urban, social and cultural landscape, these three distinct trajectories uniquely address matters intrinsic to the urban environment and the public sphere. While retaining his or her own unique territory, each individual artist's work reveals a critical awareness, empathy, and responsibility to the world in which we live. Juxtaposing the different strategies and methods employed by each artist to confront the landscape of the present will hopefully provide new perspectives that can enrich and deepen our understanding of these artists' works.
Martha Rosler's distinct bodies of work within the gallery offer different approaches to the representation of familiar urban spaces. In her seminal work The Bowery in two inadequate descriptive systems (1974/75), a grid of 24 texts and images conjoins a photographic and a linguistic system to represent an iconic Skid Row district inhabited by alcoholics and transients (and, invisibly, a few loft-dwelling artists). Rather than showing us the usual subjects of documentary, Rosler depicts the Bowery through a series of unpopulated storefronts and sidewalks with empty bottles and other detritus, alongside a variety of metaphoric words and phrases used to describe drunkenness and drunks. But even together, the deadpan images and the far more poetic words, rather than "capturing" the realities of dispossession and degradation, point to the neglected questions of social relations and ethics involved in the photographic exchange.
Selections from Rosler's photo series Transitions and Digressions evoke aspects of ordinary life in commercial districts where shop windows provide visions of society we observe but rarely bother to process. Her video diptych, Bowery Highlights (2008), returns to the site of her earlier work but generates a second report through the juxtaposition of photographs and real estate documents, rooflines and certificates of occupancy, displaying the radical ascent up the social scale of the residents of the area and the conversion of the living spaces of earlier eras.
Engaging a constant interplay with the contemporary cultural climate, Michael St. John's work continues to recalibrate and address a growing circuit of visual information. In creating this particular body of work, St. John reflects on notions of disaster, nihilism, murder, guns, joblessness/economy, indifference/tragedy, narcissism, institutional racism, and mayhem - each either overtly, or discretely embed within the layers of his compositions. Here newspaper clippings, found images, fragmented language and everyday objects aggregate into captivating collaged portraits of the world at present – the US incarceration system, Hell Yeah Tumblr sites, domestic violence month – emphasizing an immediacy of content and material, and speaking to numerous trajectories within art history. Underlying its visceral humor and clever nods to mass culture, however, St. John's work embodies a proactivity that speaks of a devotion and responsibility to a generation of overwhelming content and information. "At some point the world became too urgent to ignore," states St. John. And this urgency is continually reflected in his multivalent works, complex juxtapositions and influential gestures that allows a viewer to see the world with both greater complexity and clarity.
Drawing from a social garbage can, Borna Sammak reins a safari of contemporary visual content within his multi-media compositions. Using cultural products as raw material, his works present uncannily affective juxtapositions of objects and information, excerpted and extracted from their functional contemporary contexts, and rearranged in new and arresting formations. Abstracted signage is penetrated by a commercial flag - "BUY HERE PAY HERE." Paintings tangled with heat press t-shirt decals and dense embroidery present raucous and refined collages of stock imagery and digital designs. Endlessly amassed video content from the internet cut and pared down for their color, movement and form, create what is ultimately a celebratory canvas, with each clip refined to a pixel-bound brush stroke. By wrenching information free from its contextual foundation, Sammak engages in a continuous play with form, subject and content, that encourages viewing the everyday anew.
Martha Rosler was born in Brooklyn, New York, where she lives and works. She is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of her generation, one whose artistic practice, teaching, and writing continue to influence succeeding generations. Her work has been exhibited in "Documenta 7," Kassel; several Whitney biennials; at the New Museum, NY; the Institute of Contemporary Art, London; the Museum of Modern Art, New York; the Dia Center for the Arts, New York; and many other international venues. Her work is in the collections of major international museums, including the Metropolitan Museum, the Whitney Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Guggenheim in New York, the Art Institute of Chicago, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Art Gallery of Ontario, Victoria and Albert Museum in London, among many others. A solo exhibition of her Meta-Monumental Garage Sale was held at the MoMA, NY in 2012. Her writing has been published widely in catalogues and magazines, and she has published 14 books, in several languages, of photographs, texts, and commentary, as well as lectured widely, both nationally and internationally.
Michael St. John lives and works in Sheffield, Massachusetts. This will be St. John's 13th solo exhibition in New York since 1990, including a recent exhibition at Karma in 2013, for which a major monograph was concurrently published. He has been included in numerous group exhibitions across the U.S.. Along with an extensive resume of curatorships, St. John has held numerous teaching positions, including the position as an adjunct professor at New York University since 1994.
Borna Sammak lives and works in Brooklyn, NY. Recent exhibitions include a solo presentation at JTT, New York, and a two-person exhibition with Alex De Corte at Oko, New York organized by Alison Gingeras. Sammak has been included in numerous group exhibitions, such as DSM-V, curated by David Rimanelli and presented by Vito Schnabel in The Future Moynihan Station, New York. In 2009, a public exhibition of select video paintings by Sammak, organized together with curator Thomas McDonell, was conceived at the Best Buy on Broadway in New York.
For media inquiries, please contact Lance Brewer at l.brewer@rosengallery.com or Jen Joy at jen@suttonpr.com
Borna Sammak
Michael St. John
Michael St. John: These Days
Text by Patrick Owens
Published by Karma Books.
(September 12, 2013)
Martha Rosler
Frame Dimensions:
(101.9 x 67.6 cm)
ARG# RMA2001-001
Click for Additional Views
found sign with enamel paint
Approximate Diptych Dimensions:
60 x 60 inches (152.4 x 152.4 cm)
ARG# SB2014-010
Spray paint, acrylic on canvas
12 x 12 x 1/2 inches
(30.5 x 30.5 cm)
ARG# STM2014-027
Not yet titled
television, extension cord, drywall mounts
Dimensions of installation variable
15 second loop, 23.97 fps, 1920x1080
embroidery and heat applied t-shirt graphics on canvas
43 x 33 x 1.5 inches
(109.2 x 83.8 x 3.8 cm)
The Bowery in two inadequate descriptive systems
Suite of 45 gelatin silver prints
each framed board:
(30 x 60 cm)
Edition of 5 + 2 AP
heat applied t-shirt graphics on canvas
(94 x 63.5 cm)
(94 x 116.8 cm)
embroidery on canvas
26 x 20 x 1 1/2 inches
(66 x 50.8 x 3.8 cm)
Mambo No. 5
Bowery Highlights
video, diptych
Collage, acrylic on canvas
(91.4 x 66 cm)
Collage and acrylic on wood
19 x 19 x 1 inches
Acrylic and spray paint on canvas
(121.9 x 61 x 3.2 cm)
collage, acrylic, polymer on canvas
36 x 48 inches (91.4 X 121.9 cm)
Collage on canvas
Signed and dated on top edge
Collage and acrylic on canvas
Law and Order (murder board)
Collage, paper, acrylic on canvas
(91.4 x 121.9 cm)
Collage on canvas, acrylic, acrylic on air-dried clay, resin, assemblage on acrylic enhanced plaster
polychromed clay, collage/acrylic on canvas, collage on polychromed acrylic enhanced plaster
28 x 18 x 18 inches (71.1 x 45.7 x 45.7 cm)
American Party Ice
paint and vinyl on steel
paint and vinyl on steel, found flag
127 x 24 1/8 x 36 inches
(322.6 x 61.3 x 91.4 cm)
Barefoot Kassel (triptych)
Three framed c-prints:
Barefoot, Kassel (I)
Barefoot, Kassel (II)
Barefoot, Kassel (III)
112 x 72 x 2 inches
(284.5 x 182.9 x 5.1 cm)
Broadway, New York
ARG# RMA-1996-001
Andrea Rosen Gallery | 525 W 24th Street, New York, NY 10011


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"Vinnie Brand has his own 'brand' of comedy."
I've been covering stand-up comedy for a lot of years and have yet to come across Vinnie Brand. But I'm glad I did, because the comedian showcases his own 'brand' of hilarious comedy, even though there's a very small percentage that it could be about you.
I recently chatted with the comic about his life in the business – literally.
Q – You once owned a construction company and flower shop. That's kind of a contrast, isn't it?
A - When I owned the Construction Company and the flower shop there was a lot of conflict! I'd have to answer the phones in different voices with different attitudes. It was supposed to be my ex wife's (we were still married at the time) flower shop but I ended up doing most of the work. Turns out she doesn't have that rosy personality.
Q – Do you find yourself missing these businesses?
A - I love construction but don't miss the business. My dad, who was a union Steamfitter and master plumber, told me one day "Stay the fuck out of this business, it'll kill you." He died at 60 after 44 years in construction. He was the funniest guy I ever met, and whenever I go by one of his projects, I think of him and smile. He built lasting stuff, and that really means something to me. I'll see big construction projects and I'm really in awe of those guys - the architects, engineers, workers, all really proud symbols of American ingenuity and know how. Still, I don't miss it enough to want to do it again.
As for the flower business, I don't miss that at all. I know a lot about flowers, but I don't talk about it much. I'll plant stuff with my daughters and they're excited about it growing and that's the only thing in flowers I need.
Q – Why did you decide to pursue stand-up comedy?
A - The comedy boom was on in the late 80's and I thought "I can do that; it's easy compared to what I'm doing now." I went on stage at an open mic and fell in love with performing on the first night. I killed. The next time on stage was so bad that I was ready to quit. Another comic talked me into trying a third time and I was really hooked again.
Q – How would you describe your act for those who haven't seen you perform?
A - I'd say this, I'm in the moment. I have a set, but it isn't canned. Nothing I have is written down, it's in my head. Little lines evolve over time and I let my mood take me wherever it wants. So, if you see me in a happy mood, it's a happy set. If I'm pissed off, you'll see the same stuff but angry. It makes performing a lot of fun. I don't have to pretend or act at all. The material part is mostly about my family or the world as I see it and as it pertains to me so you get a personal show no matter what.
Q – Back in the day, being on the Tonight Show was a monumental feat that could change your life as a comedian. Now, with all the specials and networks devoted to comedy, do you think the market is over saturated with stand-up?
A - I don't think so at all. There's certainly a lot to choose from, but there's lot of people out there! The late night shows don't do comics every night, so they're great to catch when you see them. The biggest difference now is that Comedy Central puts out a lot of specials so it seems that there are more than ever. They are a comedy network so naturally they view it as their platform. As for over saturation, the news every day is tough - that's oversaturated! I can't get over saturated laughing, but worrying about the Iranians and North Koreans having nukes, thanks, but I'm full already.
Q – How often do you stray away from your material in terms of how the flow of the show? I mean, do you ever completely go off course given the circumstance?
A - Yes, I go off topic frequently. Like I said, I know what I want to do but I don't go on like a robot. Guys that do that bore me. I like the art form. I like being off the cuff and I like being in the moment.
Q – Have you ever said a joke that offended someone so bad that you later regretted it?
A - I've offended people but I can't really recall regretting it. Comedy has to offend sometimes. Most of my stuff is autobiographical, so if someone is offended they're offended by my life, and that offends me. It's comedy. If someone gets offended, and they have, my general attitude is that person is too serious. The world has a lot going on, if you find yourself upset at a comedian, chances are you need to read the papers more.
Q – Tell me about The Stress Factory Comedy Club. How did this come about?
A - The Stress Factory came about because I was doing stand-up at some open mics around the state but wanted more stage time. At this point, I already had three kids, so doing the road was rough. I started a little open mic, ironically it was in the building I now occupy but back then it was a dance club on Sunday nights. It was for Rutgers kids and had a five dollar cover. When the clubs around the state found out I was doing this they blackballed me from ever working there again. That was completely ridiculous. Since they blackballed me and I couldn't work anywhere, I decided to open my own place. I named the club because at the time I had the flower shop, the construction company, three kids, I was trying to perform and I was preparing to get divorced. My life just didn't feel like the "Chuckle Hut," it felt like The Stress Factory, hence, the name.
Q – What are you working on now?
A - I'm working on material all the time. I'm also very active with my family and they're my priority. As for comedy, I'm writing and producing a pilot. Won't tell you what it's about till it's in the can, which will be August of this year. I will give you a scoop though when I get it done.
Q – Anything you wanted to add?
A - If you're my ex wife and you're reading this, STOP. IT'S OVER. Anyway, the jokes about you are hysterical even if they're personal and real. (I particularly enjoy the cremation jokes and the headstone jokes, crowd favorites, thanks for the inspiration).
IF MY KIDS ARE READING - If I do some joke about you that you don't like, think of the crap you put me through to make me write it!! I'd rather have not gone through the crap, but since you made me, you're in the act.
If you're not in my act, congratulations, you probably haven't annoyed me much.
Jason Tanamor is the Editor of Zoiks! Online. He is also the author of the novels, "Hello Lesbian!" and "Anonymous."


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The Calcutta High Court on Thursday allowed the BJP's 'Rath Yatra' programme in West Bengal, setting aside the state government's refusal on apprehensions of communal unrest.
The party had planned three 'Rath Yatras' from different parts of the state. The chariots were meant to travel across the state's 42 parliamentary constituencies over one-and-a-half months.
The state BJP had moved the court challenging the state government's denial of permission to its programme.


From Georgia to Kansas to even New Hampshire, the GOP has settled on a path to victory: Prevent as many Democrats as they can from voting.
Thousands of would-be voters at risk of being disenfranchised by ultra-strict registration rules. A draconian ID law that could keep Native Americans from the polls en masse. New measures targeting voting by college students. A Hispanic-majority city that moved its lone polling place out of town.
Several Republican-controlled states, including Missouri and Iowa, have new voter ID laws in place this year. One of the strictest is North Dakota's, which requires voters to show a residential mailing address. That could create problems for thousands of the state's native Americans, many of whom live in reservations without mailing addresses, and who are key to Democrats' already slim chances of holding onto a crucial Senate seat.


I am looking for some feedback on a transport provider for the overland track to the start and after we finish.
The company is Outdoor Tasmania http://www.outdoortasmania.com.au/ does anyone have any feedback on them ?
They also hire gear, store luggage and sell gas cannisters on board.
Might be able to do a Lake St Clair to Frenchmans and then Frenchmans back to Lanceston?
I like the scheduled service as that allows you to finish later or sooner without any reorganisation.
Have used Paul from Outdoor Tasmania for OLT transfers.
Very easy to deal with. The trip out from Launceston was a bit slow because we stopped somewhere for about 40 mins, but the return trip was good.
He'll even allow you to book, and then will try to get more people on your bus to get the price down. We booked a whole bus for two people in July 16 for both ends - Launceston to Cradle, then Lake St Clair to Launceston.
By the time we travelled, he had 11 outbound and then about six inbound.
A reliable operator I'd definitely recommend.
South_Aussie_Hiker wrote: Have used Paul from Outdoor Tasmania for OLT transfers.
What sort of prices were charged for the 11 outbound journey ?
And then the 6 inbound?
We used Outdoor Tasmania last year and they were great.
Launceston to Cradle and then Lake St Clair to Launceston.
Great communication via phone and email and they supply gas and will stop on the way somewhere to get what you need.
Next time I go to Tassle I will definitely be using them again.
Email him. He'll send back the price details.
I did email and send the enquiry after he replied but have not had a response as of yet, how long did it generally take for a reply from the enquiry form ?
Great to hear that they try and reduce the costs to all that are travelling that is exactly what I am looking for as it is only two of us both ways.
I can also recommend Outdoor Tasmania/Paul Griggs. It was a number of years ago but we did an 8 day trip through WOJ area. Paul dropped us there and another driver picked us up from the Mersey Forest Rd at exactly the pre-arranged time/day/location. He made it cheaper in that we agreed to share with some OLT walkers and drop them off first then go to WOJ. All went smoothly, also supplied required gas from memory.
Hey mate, I can't see the dates in any of your posts in this thread.
I found it hard to navigate the site - probably my mindset rather than any fault on the website itself.
I will be using TassieLink in December - I booked through them relatively easily.


Andrew Broder—best known for making lo-fi indie rock as Fog—recently took a musical detour with his Wertheimer EP. Comprised of four richly-detailed, techno-tinged excursions, the release includes the original, instrumental version of "Son," which has now been rebooted with vocals from East London MC, Trim.
Elaborating on the backstory behind this new remix, Broder explains: "I met Trim at the Michelberger Festival in Berlin and we got to hang and vibe out at the Funkhaus studio for a few days, which was exciting because I was already a fan of his record. I played him a few things and when he heard this it was instant "yes" all around. We'll be doing more stuff soon, this is just the beginning."
"Son RMX" is available to download now via the WeTransfer button below.


Can I really say, "It is well," when SO many are hurting? I am finding that sometimes I simply cannot say it, sing it, feel it, or really know it. There are moments of truth when there is so much doubt in my heart that things are well, that I cannot come to grips with that saying.
I heard a story once that the hymn, "It Is Well," was written by a man while he sat on the dock looking out to the ocean. He was admiring the mighty seas and writing to the God Almighty after losing his family in a shipwreck. What a testimony! If this is true, and he penned those words in the heartbreak of his loss, then certainly I should be able to say them in the midst of my struggles and worries. Even if I have friends and family member facing cancer, wasn't his situation even worse? Is what I say dependent on my circumstances? Or is what I say dependent on who I believe in?
It is well. But it still hurts. And God knows we are hurting.


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W&W at Soundgarden Hall Philadelphia on Sat., April 16
Kristina Verdugo
W&W returns to the Philly nightclub this weekend
Soundgarden Hall was sold-out the last time W&W came to Philly, so you can only imagine the madness they will bring this time around! Especially after the epic live premiere of their new single, "How Many," during their massive Ultra Miami set last month. The young, Dutch duo officially released the track on their own label, Mainstage Music, on March 28th, and it is sure to make its way into DJ sets throughout many festivals this summer.
W&W also teamed up with #1 DJs, Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike, last month to create yet another big-room hit, "Arcade," that will have thousands of fans stomping and fist-pumping their way through 2016. This begs the question, exactly "How Many" bangers can they possibly generate? Every year, festival stages become littered with their latest tracks.
Not to mention their new remix of The Chainsmokers smash hit, "Don't Let Me Down," which will see its full release on April 14th, just days before the Soundgarden event.
The event will be taking place on Saturday April 16th, at 8:30PM, and will feature supporting acts, Canberra and Gordon Bombay. With such a new, amazing array of dance music to experience, who would want to miss out?
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At the end of a busy volunteer day here at the temple I went with 3 year old Felix to feed our much loved bunnies, Peter and Poppet. After a while I thought it strange that Poppet wasn't coming out of the hutch, and when I investigated I discovered that she'd broken her leg very badly.
The next 48 hours included a frantic journey to the emergency out of hours vet, research about rabbit fractures, transferring her back to our local vet, and 6 hours of anxiety as we waited to hear whether or not she'd made it through her operation. Rabbits are difficult to treat because of their size, the fact that vets get much more practice on cats and dogs, and their susceptibility to not making it through general anaesthetics.
We never know when a crisis is going to occur. During a time of stress, even a small event can feel like a crisis and tip us over into not coping. Here's a check-list to help you when you feel like you're losing control.
Take a slow breath in and try to remember to keep breathing slowly and deeply. Feel the contact of your feet on the ground. If you can reduce your stress response you'll be able to deal with whatever is happening more effectively.
Seek support. This is important in the moment of crisis, as when I asked Felix to run for help, and as time goes on, as when I let my friend know what was happening and received her support. Even if you don't usually ask for help, do it!
If a crisis occurs, don't feel you have to continue coping with the rest of your life in the way you always have. Delegate any crucial tasks and let go of the rest. There will be time to catch up later.
Don't rush. This can be very difficult in the heat of the moment, but give yourself a little space to consider your choices before you take any action. If you can find some calm, this will also help to steady others who are affected by the situation.
Be kind to yourself. I didn't behave perfectly when Poppet was injured, barking orders at Kaspa and having a panic response when it wasn't helpful. We don't all show the best of ourselves during a crisis, and that's okay. Try to forgive yourself and try to forgive others for the way they behave when they're under pressure.
Allow space later for resting and processing. We were very physically tired for a couple of days afterwards and we tried to give ourselves rest. I also felt upset a couple of times and I let myself feel these feelings without rushing through them.
One day at a time. If the crisis is ongoing, make plans for the future if you can and then try not to dwell on it – just deal with what needs to be done today, or during the next hour, or during the next five minutes. Keep taking care of yourself, and keep being kind to yourself.
On the night of Poppet's big operation were delighted to pick her up and bring her home. She was now a tripod bunny – her back hind leg had been amputated – and we put her into her temporary pen in the middle of our living room with her dear companion Peter. Peter immediately started grooming her, especially the ear that she couldn't reach any more with her absent leg. A week on and the wound is healing very well. She's hopping around happily, eating well, still completely in love with Peter, and visibly enjoying her life. A happy bunny!


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Johnson Retirement Gives Senate GOP Another Opportunity
By Kyle Trygstad
With the latest Senate Democrat's retirement announcement, there are now three open Democratic seats in highly competitive states.
That's half the total number of seats Senate Republicans must net to win the majority.
South Dakota Sen. Tim Johnson announced Tuesday that he will not seek re-election, joining Sens. Jay Rockefeller of West Virginia and Tom Harkin of Iowa in retirement after 2014. Their departures mark the three most competitive seats of the five Democratic retirements so far this year and offer avenues for the GOP to cut into the majority.
Add in five Democratic incumbents running in states President Barack Obama lost, and the GOP is positioned to pick up a significant number of seats in 2014.
National Republican Senatorial Committee spokesman Brad Dayspring said the "map and conditions have been favorable to Republicans," but the party must now take advantage of that by recruiting strong candidates and equipping them with well-trained staff.
"To use a sports analogy, we have home field advantage, the weather conditions are in our favor, but you've still got to put the best team out on the field and you've still got to execute the plays," Dayspring said.
Of course, Republicans were well-positioned early in the 2012 cycle as well, but suffered a net loss of two seats on Election Day.
Picking up the six Democratic seats needed for the majority remains an arduous feat. To get there, the party would have to match its Election Day output in the wave election cycle of 2010 — the previous midterm. Republicans won six seats that November, plus the Massachusetts special Senate election earlier in the year.
It's too early to know what the political atmospherics will be headed into the fall of next year.
For now, Democrats remain optimistic they can recruit candidates to hold their open seats and that most of the party's vulnerable incumbents will be able to hang on in Republican-leaning states. They certainly did last year in Montana and Missouri, and the party held an open seat in North Dakota, where Obama lost by about 20 points.
"D.C. Republicans seem overconfident once again, even though the math is much more difficult for them this cycle and their influence with the conservative base has waned," said Matt Canter, deputy executive director for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. "The Republican establishment claims they are going to do a better job managing the tea party and handpicking mainstream candidates that can win, but they don't seem to have any good strategy to do that."
On the surface, the numbers are harrowing for Democrats, who have a limited number of offensive opportunities and must defend 21 of the 35 seats — including special elections — up this cycle. That includes seven states Obama lost and a total of at least nine potentially competitive, Democratic-held seats.
South Dakota and West Virginia are no doubt two of the best pickup opportunities for Republicans, who already have top recruits in place. Former South Dakota Gov. Mike Rounds and West Virginia Rep. Shelley Moore Capito announced their bids shortly after the elections in November.
While still recruiting in West Virginia, Democrats already have potential candidates in South Dakota in former Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin and U.S. Attorney Brendan Johnson, the senator's son.
Johnson said during his retirement announcement that it was no secret he had spoken with his son about running for Senate. But later, in a news conference, Johnson noted that he has no plans to be active during the race and is busy enough with his duties in the Senate.
In Iowa, Democratic Rep. Bruce Braley immediately announced his candidacy after Harkin retired. Democrats like their chances in the Hawkeye State should GOP Rep. Steve King, a conservative who top Republican strategists worry is too undisciplined to win statewide, decides to run. King told CQ Roll Call recently that he is still undecided.
The Democrats' most vulnerable incumbents are, at this point in the cycle, at least an even bet for re-election. Many of them — including Alaska's Mark Begich, North Carolina's Kay Hagan, Louisiana's Mary L. Landrieu and Arkansas' Mark Pryor — are still awaiting major GOP challengers.
Along with Capito and Rounds, Republicans also have candidates to take on Democratic Sen. Max Baucus of Montana, including former state Sen. Corey Stapleton.
Democrats' optimism stems in part from the GOP's recent track record of nominating weak general election challengers. In 2012, top Senate GOP recruits ran lackluster campaigns. What's more, in the past two cycles, a handful of long-shot conservatives proved unable to adequately compete for a general electorate.
A total of seven senators, including five Democrats, have announced their retirements so far this year, including Johnson, Harkin and Rockefeller. The remaining four are Democratic Sens. Carl Levin of Michigan and Frank R. Lautenberg of New Jersey and Republican Sens. Saxby Chambliss of Georgia and Mike Johanns of Nebraska.
Given those four states' recent electoral trends, both parties start out favored to hold their own open seats. But the Levin and Chambliss seats could eventually become more competitive based on whom the parties recruit and which candidates make it out of what are likely to be crowded GOP primaries.


Hi, there! I'm Tipper Allen, and guess what?
Dis white stuff! Is white, like you. Is it soft and warm, like you?
Sure. Sneak out and see for yourself.
So she did. Momma wasn't there, so there's no picture. Poppa said Chickie darted out, hit the snow, and stopped on a dime, whatever a dime is. Then she started eating the snow!
So she didn't get my joke. So I just said, "They don't make snow like they used to," and went and took a nap.
A WRITING PROMPT FOR ANIMALS: Have you ever been outside in the snow?
Old man Tipper is a funny guy. They look so cute together at the door.
Soooo cute! Oh my goodness, is the snow warm and soft like you? Precious!
For years we have teased about throwing Catticus into the snow, because he'll cry at the door like he doesn't know it's 10 degrees out and he is a desert animal. We've never done it, but we do talk about it. Then last weekend, Cletus couldn't bear the curiosity and I thought he'd come right back in, but he didn't. He jumped into a big ol pile of snow and went off to explore. The dog was NOT happy until Cletus was back in. He was out there longer than I would ever guess a cat would like to be!
Mom's cat loved the cold until she got to be an elder. She used to be an indoor/outdoor cat until Grandpa had to know where she was every second, and got fretful if she wasn't inside.


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Pipeline & Portfolio Update
Attractive 80MW UK Acquisition
Gore Street, London's first listed energy storage fund supporting the transition to low carbon power, is pleased to announce the acquisition of an 80MW construction ready energy storage project (the "Project"), in Milton Keynes, England. The expected total capex for the Project is estimated to be c.£30m spread over the next 12 to 15 months.
The Company is also pleased to provide a further positive pipeline update that it has entered into exclusivity on over 300MW of assets which are currently subject to due diligence and are expected to close in the coming months.
80MW Acquisition
The Project, which has been acquired from RES, a leading renewable energy company with an exceptional track record of delivering high quality energy storage assets, consists of an 80MW energy storage system in Milton Keynes, for which all land rights, grid connections and planning consents have already been secured. The Project is currently scheduled to become operational in Q1 2023, though Gore Street is exploring timeline optimisation to potentially bring this target forward. At 80MW, this is one of the single largest energy storage assets in the UK.
Gore Street's investment manager, Gore Street Capital Limited (the "Investment Manager"), estimates the Project will have an unlevered IRR in-line with Gore Street's target range of 10-12%.
Pipeline Update
The Company is also pleased to announce that it has secured exclusivity on a further 300MW of assets in the UK, which are currently undergoing due diligence. These projects are with leading developers and present opportunities for acquiring assets at highly competitive prices. As with other assets under construction, capital expenditure requirements would be staggered over a 12-to-18-month period and are dependent on certain milestones being achieved. In total, the Company now has over 1.0GW in its pipeline across the UK, Europe and North America.
On 30 March 2021, EirGrid granted a 12-month extension to the lucrative DS3 contracts in Ireland, until April 2024. This extension is expected to provide significant additional revenue generation for all 4 sites located in Ireland, including Mullavilly and Drumkee which have been operational since March 2021.
During Q1 2021, in-line with the Investment Manager's approach to optimise value through the portfolio's ability to capitalise flexibly on the highest risk adjusted revenue available, the Company paused Dynamic Containment strategies on certain assets for short periods of time in order to capture particularly high trading revenues available in the market, providing increased profitability. This is a further confirmation that the Investment Manager is constantly assessing revenue options and profitability maximisation and remains a key aspect of Gore Street's revenue stacking strategy.
Although it remains the case that Grid Balancing contracts are currently more profitable than Trading most of the time, Gore Street has demonstrated its ability to participate in different markets and opportunistically capture market prices when attractive.
In addition to being the newest portfolio of assets available to a financial investor, over 75% of the Company's portfolio consists of 1 hour duration batteries. The Company believes these assets are the most cost-efficient energy storage assets available today and best suited to execute flexible revenue stacking services over the long term, as well as being part of a portfolio which is designed to be capable of upgrade to meet the changing needs of the market.
Alex O'Cinneide, CEO of Gore Street Capital, the Company's Investment Manager, commented:
"We are very pleased to announce the acquisition of this exceptionally high-quality 80MW construction ready project in the UK, which adds one of the UK's largest assets planned for development to our leading portfolio of energy storage assets. At 520MW[1] this is the largest portfolio available to a financial investor and one which has the youngest portfolio of assets, and most cost-effective acquisition history in the market. This latest Project again highlights the strength of our management team in being able to identify and secure exclusivity on important infrastructure assets at extremely competitive pricing, through our active asset management approach. In fact, the Company believes that GSF's installed cost per MW is close to half that of the closest peer that we have analysed. We believe this competitive acquisition pricing is the bedrock for continuing to deliver future compelling IRR returns to our shareholders.
Gore Street's 300MW in exclusivity represents an extraordinary opportunity for the Company to acquire nationally significant energy storage assets in the UK at a competitive price through the Investment Manager's leading contact network as a highly regarded first mover. We expect to update the market in due course with our further progress in relation to the pipeline and expanding our portfolio."
The person responsible for releasing this announcement is Susan Fadil.
Alex O'Cinneide / Paula Travesso
Anita Ghanekar / Hugo Masefield (Corporate Advisory)
JTC (UK) Limited, Company Secretary
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED WITHIN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE INSIDE INFORMATION AS STIPULATED UNDER THE UK'S MARKET ABUSE REGULATION. UPON THE PUBLICATION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, THIS INSIDE INFORMATION IS NOW CONSIDERED TO BE IN THE PUBLIC DOMAIN.
The information in this announcement may include forward-looking statements, which are based on the current expectations, intentions and projections about future events and trends or other matters that are not historical facts and in certain cases can be identified by the use of terms such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "anticipate", "project", "estimate", "intend", "continue", "target", "believe" (or the negatives thereof) or other variations thereof or comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, as well as those included in any related materials, are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions about the Company and other factors, including, among other things, the development of its business, trends in its industry, and future capital expenditures and acquisitions. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the events in the forward-looking statements may not occur and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.


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#include "intersects.hpp"
#include "client/pointers.hpp"
#include "common_helpers.hpp"

namespace intercept {
    namespace sqf {
        namespace __helpers {
            intersect_surfaces_list __line_intersects_surfaces(const game_value& intersects_value_) {
                intersect_surfaces_list output;
                output.reserve(intersects_value_.size());
                for (uint32_t i = 0; i < intersects_value_.size(); ++i) {
                    game_value element = intersects_value_[i];
                    intersect_surfaces surfaces; // Our intersecting surfaces
                    surfaces.intersect_pos_asl = element[0]; // the actual position where line intersects 1st surface

                    surfaces.surface_normal = element[1]; // a normal to the intersected surface

                    // translating objects
                    surfaces.intersect_object = element[2]; // the object the surface belongs to (could be proxy object)
                    surfaces.parent_object = element[3]; // the object proxy object belongs to (not always the same as intersect object)

                    output.push_back(surfaces); // Store the surfaces for our return
                }
                return output;
            }
        }

        bool intersect(const object& obj_, sqf_string_const_ref lodname_, const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_) {
            game_value params1({
                obj_,
                lodname_
            });
            game_value params2({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_
            });

            return host::functions.invoke_raw_binary(__sqf::binary__intersect__array__array__ret__array, params1, params2);
        }

        intersect_surfaces_list line_intersects_surfaces(const vector3 &begin_pos_asl_, const vector3 &end_pos_asl_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_asl_,
                end_pos_asl_
            });

            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectssurfaces__array__ret__array, array_input);
            return __helpers::__line_intersects_surfaces(intersects_value);
        }

        intersect_surfaces_list line_intersects_surfaces(const vector3 &begin_pos_asl_, const vector3 &end_pos_asl_, const object &ignore_obj1_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_asl_,
                end_pos_asl_,
                ignore_obj1_
            });

            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectssurfaces__array__ret__array, array_input);
            return __helpers::__line_intersects_surfaces(intersects_value);
        }

        intersect_surfaces_list line_intersects_surfaces(const vector3 &begin_pos_asl_, const vector3 &end_pos_asl_, const object & ignore_obj1_, const object & ignore_obj2_, bool sort_mode_, int max_results_, sqf_string_const_ref lod1_, sqf_string_const_ref lod2_) {
            game_value array_input = game_value({
                begin_pos_asl_,
                end_pos_asl_,
                ignore_obj1_,
                ignore_obj2_,
                sort_mode_,
                static_cast<float>(max_results_),
                lod1_,
                lod2_
            });

            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectssurfaces__array__ret__array, array_input);
            return __helpers::__line_intersects_surfaces(intersects_value);
        }

        std::vector<object> line_intersects_with(const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_, bool sort_by_distance_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_,
                game_value(),
                game_value(),
                sort_by_distance_
            });
            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectswith__array__ret__array, array_input);

            game_data_array* intersects = static_cast<game_data_array*>(intersects_value.data.getRef());

            std::vector<object> output;
            for (uint32_t i = 0; i < intersects->length(); ++i) {
                output.push_back(object(intersects->data[i]));
            }

            return output;
        }

        std::vector<object> line_intersects_with(const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_, bool sort_by_distance_, const object & ignore_obj_one_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_,
                ignore_obj_one_,
                game_value(),
                sort_by_distance_
            });
            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectswith__array__ret__array, array_input);

            game_data_array* intersects = static_cast<game_data_array*>(intersects_value.data.getRef());

            std::vector<object> output;
            for (uint32_t i = 0; i < intersects->length(); ++i) {
                output.push_back(object(intersects->data[i]));
            }

            return output;
        }

        std::vector<object> line_intersects_with(const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_, bool sort_by_distance_, const object & ignore_obj_one_, const object & ignore_obj_two_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_,
                ignore_obj_one_,
                ignore_obj_two_,
                sort_by_distance_
            });
            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectswith__array__ret__array, array_input);

            game_data_array* intersects = static_cast<game_data_array*>(intersects_value.data.getRef());

            std::vector<object> output;
            for (uint32_t i = 0; i < intersects->length(); ++i) {
                output.push_back(object(intersects->data[i]));
            }

            return output;
        }

        bool terrain_intersect(const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_
            });

            return host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__terrainintersect__array__ret__bool, array_input);
        }

        bool terrain_intersect_asl(const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_
            });
            return host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__terrainintersectasl__array__ret__bool, array_input);
        }

        bool line_intersects(const vector3 &begin_position_, const vector3 &end_position_) {

            game_value array_input({
                begin_position_,
                end_position_
            });
            return host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersects__array__ret__bool, array_input);
        }

        bool line_intersects(const vector3 &begin_position_, const vector3 &end_position_, const object & ignore_obj_one_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_position_,
                end_position_,
                ignore_obj_one_
            });
            return host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersects__array__ret__bool, array_input);
        }

        bool line_intersects(const vector3 &begin_position_, const vector3 &end_position_, const object & ignore_obj_one_, const object & ignore_obj_two_) {

            game_value array_input({
                begin_position_,
                end_position_,
                ignore_obj_one_,
                ignore_obj_two_
            });
            return host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersects__array__ret__bool, array_input);
        }

        std::vector<object> line_intersects_objs(const vector3 &begin_position_, const vector3 &end_position_, const object & with_obj_, const object & ignore_obj_, bool sort_by_distance_, int flags_) {
            game_value array_input({
                begin_position_,
                end_position_,
                with_obj_,
                ignore_obj_,
                sort_by_distance_,
                static_cast<float>(flags_)
            });

            game_value intersects_value = host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__lineintersectsobjs__array__ret__array, array_input);
            game_data_array* intersects = static_cast<game_data_array *>(intersects_value.data.getRef());

            std::vector<object> output;
            for (uint32_t i = 0; i < intersects->length(); ++i) {
                output.push_back(object(intersects->data[i]));
            }
            return output;
        }

        vector3 terrain_intersect_at_asl(const vector3 &pos1_, const vector3 &pos2_) {
            game_value params({
                pos1_,
                pos2_
            });

            return __helpers::__convert_to_vector3(host::functions.invoke_raw_unary(__sqf::unary__terrainintersectatasl__array__ret__array, params));
        }

        float check_visibility(const object& ignore_, sqf_string_const_ref lodname_, const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_) {
            game_value params1({
                ignore_,
                lodname_
            });
            game_value params2({
                begin_pos_,
                end_pos_
            });

            return host::functions.invoke_raw_binary(__sqf::binary__checkvisibility__array__array__ret__scalar, params1, params2);
        }

        float check_visibility(const object& ignore_, sqf_string_const_ref lodname_, const object& ignore2_, const vector3 &begin_pos_, const vector3 &end_pos_) {
            game_value params1({
                ignore_,
                lodname_,
                ignore2_
            });
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A team attorney warned Tuesday that MLB could pull the Diamondbacks out of Downtown Phoenix. Is Maricopa County to blame?
Burst pipes in a Chase Field air-conditioning system flood the Legends Suites and Conference Center on June 25, 2017. Photo from Arizona Diamondbacks court filing.
Major League Baseball is so alarmed by equipment breakdowns at Chase Field that the Diamondbacks could be forced to leave the facility, a team attorney warned on Tuesday.
The Diamondbacks contend that since Maricopa County is acting landlord of the facility, it should be responsible for the nearly $187 million in repairs that the team says are needed.
Maricopa County's attorney claims the equipment breakdowns at Chase Field are cosmetic and 'have nothing to do' with the ongoing lawsuit. As for the broken pipe that the Diamondbacks cited in court filings, Maricopa County representatives said "when a pipe breaks, it is a Diamondbacks problem."
After MLB's position emerged Tuesday night, fans were quick to weigh in via social media on the legal battle between the Diamondbacks and Maricopa County.
This is nonsense posturing with MLB playing "bad cop." I've been to 10 Major League Parks and Chase is beyond adequate. It's <20 yrs old!
Want more? Here's some video of MLB commissioner Rob Manfred bemoaning the stadium situation when he visited Phoenix in June.
And here are some photos of Chase Field in (kind of) happier times.