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(In which Job engages in back-breaking work.)
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Does the glowing spine make me look fat?
The crippling pain hasn't exactly ruined my week. My new toy has, after all, given new life to my hobby: collecting all music in the world… except for maybe Van Halen. Let me back up a bit…
Ha! "Back up." You see, five days ago my back gave out while I was in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, battling La Alianza Triángulo de Oro – more specifically, I was in the middle of a back-alley shoot-out with that rascal, V.C. Fuentes (or, as I like to call him El Caca Bigote, which just drives him nuts!).
As we all know, you never want to fire your M4 carbine with your weaker arm, but it was past lunch time, I hadn't eaten, and an orphaned child I had just rescued from the local orfanato offered me a fresh sopaipilla which I wasn't about to let go stale; so I was mackin' on that with my right arm, shooting with my left and, just as I was about to send Fuentes to see his own fatal plastic surgeon, I felt a spring go loose in my back.
"Uh-oh," I thought, and I was right.
So, for the last half-week I've been popping Advil like they were Skittles and walking like I was 99. My boyfriend, sensitive care-giver that he is, has taken it upon himself to make endless jokes about my situation, just to make sure I keep laughing. At least, I think that's why he does it.
Does this statue of Æthelswith make me look fat?
My new toy is an external hard-drive with something like 99 hergozapazillogabytes of memory (give or take 2 hurquatzobytes). This will, hopefully, be enough to contain what can only be described as an obscene CD collection. In addition to this, I have recently purchased a portable turn-table (from, eh-hem, Amoeba Music) with a USB component which will allow me to transfer all my vinyl into a digital format, just as soon as I get written permission from any and all applicable copyright owners of the music. (Eh-hem again.)
As most of you know, in addition to lording over the Soundtrack Section of Amoeba Music Hollywood, I work as a freelance writer (hence the blog you are now reading which is enabling you to procrastinate – but don't worry, your secret is safe with me). The hope is that someday, someone with money and power recognizes how really, really, really, really, really, good I'm at writing stuff and, you know, things, and stuff and they hire me for some rad TV show or film or simply to sit next to their pool and come up with entertaining stories for their personal lifeguard – whatever. I imagine that, even then, with new-found wealth at my fingertips and enjoying a jet-set lifestyle, I will probably still have to maintain some working hours at Amoeba Music simply because I cannot survive without constant access to its inventory. I am hooked. I have an employee-discounted musical monkey on my back. Where's my support group?
In transferring my CD collection onto my new hard-drive, I am sometimes struck by certain selections I felt compelled to bring home in the past, and I thought I'd share some of the odder albums with you.
Evita – The Japanese Cast Recording
If you thought Madonna was a far-fetched casting as Argentina's notorious First Lady, consider 野村玲子. I did. And you know what? Madonna is still more far-fetched.
[untitled demo] – Agnès Mrugalski
I wish I could share this with you, because it's f-wording brilliant. I plucked this vaguely packaged disc from the library music section of Amoeba. It contains 32 tracks of sample advertisements which serve to showcase actress Agnès Mrugalski's diverse capabilities for radio commercial work. Boasting such titles as "Fabergé (voix sensuelle, complice)" or "United Airlines (voix hôtesse, fraîche, accueeillante)," each selection is a faux commercial with a description of the "type" of voice she's using.
Internet research on said actress yielding next to nothing. I did find this one, heavily pixilated photograph. Mme. Mrugalski, if you're out there, please supply us with more information. Nous t'adorons!
God is a Moog – Gershon Kingsley
This is a 2006 release from Moog pioneer Gershon Kingsley, best known as half the team Perrey & Kingsley, whose 1966 release The In Sound From Way Out, is considered one of the first mainstream electronic albums.
God is a Moog is a compilation of Kingsley's Jewish music; much of it is sacred. There's something both spooky and hilarious about the incongruous mix of Hebrew prayer intoned over (antiquated) space age sounds.
I couldn't find a sample on YouTube, but here's Kinglsey's most famous composition, "Popcorn"…
He's Able – People's Temple Choir
This is a grisly affair, released in 1973 by Brotherhood Records, which was created by the Peoples Temple, under the directorship of Rev. Jim Jones. Taken out of context, it is a typical, home-grown, 1970's gospel album. It sounds like most any church's effort. When considered within the broader scope of the Peoples Temple's fate, however, it becomes a wince-worthy, chilling listen. The first track features a chorus of children singing:
Welcome, welcome all of you!
Glad you are with us!
Shake hands! No need to be blue!
Welcome all of you!
And so on. Not recommended for cocktail parties. Or bar mitzvahs. Or anything ever.
Into Outer Space with Lucia Pamela – Lucia Pamela
This is a gem – one of those sweet moments when, in ignorant curiosity, I took something home simply because I couldn't guess what it would be. It turned out to be nothing but sweetness.
Although a rough recording, what you get here is an eccentric blend of swing and early rock 'n' roll, led by Lucia Pamela – Miss St. Louis 1926, featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not for memorizing a record 10,000 songs – as she sings songs detailing her trip to the Moon and the adventures she has there.
Fans of Tiny Tim absolutely must check this out, as it features a similar sense of whimsy.
Now then, the Advil is wearing off, and there's still thousands more albums to transfer, so I'm gonna say goodbye for now. Well, I'm gonna to type it. Well, I already did.
Jim Jones (3),	Jonestown (1),	Peoples Temple (1),	Jewish Music (2),	Lounge Music (3),	Perrey & Kingsley (1),	Electronic Music (61),	Moog (8),	Gershon Kingsley (1),	Library Music (5),	Agnès Mrugalski (1),	Japanese Music (4),	Andrew Lloyd Webber (2),	Evita (2),	Madonna (47),	Turntables (20),	Amoeba Music Hollywood (104),	Gospel (11),	Swing (5),	Rock 'n' Roll (2),	Ripley's Believe It Or Not (1),	Lucia Pamela (1),	Tiny Tim (4),	Marionettes (1),	Puppets (1)


The woman told police she did not recognize any of the people and did not know why she was targeted.
A Sioux Falls woman was robbed by masked intruders who made off with a phone and game console early Thursday morning, police say.
Around 2 a.m., the woman heard about five people kick open her front door in the 3600 block of West Ralph Rogers Road and enter. Two of the people were wearing masks and took the woman's phone and a gaming console, police spokesman Sam Clemens said.
The woman punched one of the masked people and was subsequently hit with a baseball bat by a masked man. The woman was not seriously injured, Clemens said.
The woman told police she did not recognize any of the people and did not know why she was targeted, Clemens said.


Planning an extended stay in Paris and worried about meeting other Anglophones? I have one word for you… Don't. In Paris, we expats are practically tripping over each other, there are so many of us. By some estimates there are more than 200,000 American expats in Paris. Add to this tens of thousands of English, Irish and Australian expats—not to mention countless other expats who happen to speak English—and you've got yourself a very robust Anglophone community.
Be a part of American history in Paris: hang out at the legendary English-language bookstore, Shakespeare & Company. This cozy Left Bank bookshop was originally founded by American Sylvia Beach in 1919 (and was a fave of literary greats like Ernest Hemmingway) but closed in the midst of World War II. In 1951 late George Whitman recreated it and ever since, Anglophones have flocked there to explore its jumbled bookshelves, participate in literary events, or just hang out with a laptop or book in one of their comfy, cracked leather sofas. Bubbling with activity, there's always an opportunity for connection and conversation (37, rue de la Bucherie, 5e).
Those who love socializing over spirits—and I don't mean the ghostly kind—are going to love The Chamber. Created by American expat and cocktail aficionado, Forest Collins, The Chamber is a private pop-up cocktail club intended to reinvent the conviviality of the traditional Parisian salon for a modern, international crowd. This club is likely a good fit for anyone who loves a good cocktail, a good meal, and amusing conversation.
Being a "pop-up," this club has no fixed location but takes place at various private residences or specially selected restaurants or bars throughout the city. Every week Chamber members are e-mailed the "Drink of the Week" password and secret location, where they go to mingle over cocktails at discounted rates. The Chamber also hosts special events, such as dinners, book club meetings, and boat rides, which are capped at 14 people to facilitate conversation and allow participants to interact more easily.
Non-members, including tourists and those "just passing through" Paris are encouraged to participate in Chamber events. The cost of entry varies, depending on the nature of the event. For more information, check the website: thechamberparis.com.
Paris is home to several churches that hold services in English, each of which have their own communities and offer communal activities that go beyond religious services. For example, both the American Cathedral of Paris (Episcopalian) and the American Church of Paris (interdenominational), host musical concerts, offer community group meetings (including for women, multicultural couples and the LGBQT community), as well as outreach programs designed to help the poor in the French community and around the world. For English-speaking synagogues, check out the Kehilat Gesher in the 17th arrondissement. I've heard that the synagogue is so inclusive that it has members who aren't even Jewish!


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Justin Scott
Literature & Fiction | Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
JUSTIN SCOTT's thirty-eight thrillers, mysteries, and sea stories include The Shipkiller, Rampage, and The Man Who Loved The Normandie, and the Ben Abbott detective mysteries set in small-town Newbury, Connecticut (HardScape, StoneDust, FrostLine, McMansion, and Mausoleum.) His latest thriller is a collaboration with his wife Amber Edwards, a filmmaker turned novelist (Forty Days And Forty Nights by Amber Edwards & Justin Scott). SCOTT also wrote nine books of the Isaac Bell detective adventure series with Clive Cussler (The Wrecker, The Spy, The Race, The Thief,The Striker, The Bootlegger, The Gangster, The Assassin, and The Cutthroat.) He has been twice nominated for the Edgar Award by the Mystery Writers of America. He is a member of the Authors league, The Century Association, and the Adams Round Table. He and Amber Edwards live in Connecticut. PAUL GARRISON is the pen name of JUSTIN SCOTT under which he writes modern sea stories (The Ripple Effect, Fire and Ice, Red Sky at Morning, Buried at Sea, and Sea Hunter) and a thriller series based on a Robert Ludlum character (The Janson Command and The Janson Option.)
An Isaac Bell Adventure, Book 5
By: Clive Cussler, Justin Scott
On the ocean liner Mauretania, two European scientists with a dramatic new invention are barely rescued from abduction by the intrepid Isaac Bell....
The Review: An Issac Bell Piece
By Zack on 03-08-12
Series: An Isaac Bell Adventure, Book 5
The Striker
It is 1902, and a bright, inexperienced young man named Isaac Bell, only two years out of his apprenticeship at the Van Dorn Detective Agency, has an urgent message for his boss....
Excellent, really enjoyed this one.
By tristan on 03-15-13
An Isaac Bell Adventure
It is 1908, and international tensions are mounting as the world plunges toward war.....
By Bob on 06-06-10
The Bootlegger
It is 1920, and both Prohibition and bootlegging are in full swing....
Another solid offering in the Isaac Bell series
By Robert on 03-17-14
The Gangster
It is 1906, and in New York City, the Italian crime group known as the Black Hand is on a spree: kidnapping, extortion, arson. Detective Isaac Bell of the Van Dorn Agency is hired....
the story is good but not great
By Oshanda on 07-11-16
Narrated by: Richard Ferrone
It is 1908, and international tensions are mounting as the world plunges toward war....
Different narrator needed.
Series: Isaac Bell (abridged), Book 3
The Shipkiller
By: Justin Scott
Narrated by: Marc Vietor
A novel of love and revenge set on the high seas, by New York Times best-selling author Justin Scott....
A story of revenge
By Jean on 11-03-12
The Wrecker
Train wrecks, fires, and explosions sabotage the Southern Pacific Railroad's Cascades express line and, desperate, the railroad hires the fabled Van Dorn Detective Agency....
By Glenna on 03-12-12
Isaac Bell, Book 2
It is 1907. Train wrecks, fires and explosions sabotage the Southern Pacific Railroad's Cascades express line....
In 1908, when a brilliant American battleship gun designer kills himself, his grief-stricken daughter is deeply suspicious. She turns to the legendary Van Dorn Detective Agency....
By: Justin Scott, Clive Cussler
When Joseph Van Dorn is shot and nearly killed while in pursuit of a rum-running vessel, his friend and employee, Isaac Bell, swears to him that he will hunt down the lawbreakers....
It is 1906, and in New York City, the Italian crime group known as the Black Hand is on a spree: kidnapping, extortion, arson....
Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of The Striker by Clive Cussler and Justin Scott, read by Scott Brick....
His dazzling success can never erase the bitter memory of his father's death at the hands of the mob - and now Taggart sets out to use his wealth and power to destroy the men responsible....
The great crime and punishment story
By Ken Hamblin Sr on 09-09-17
Aboard the liner Mauretania, Isaac Bell, chief investigator at legendary Van Dorn Detective Agency, thwarts a kidnapping....
A Ben Abbott Mystery
Narrated by: Joe Barrett
When the 300-year-old village cemetery at Newbury, Connecticut, is invaded by a gaudy, half-million-dollar mausoleum, Ben Abbott is not happy....
strangely good
By Debra on 02-24-15

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The F1 Garage in the Sky: Sauber auctions off retired cars
Noah Joseph
Feb 12th 2008 at 3:57AM
Kimi Rakkonen drives the Ferrari-powered 2001 Sauber-Petronas C20
While children ask their parents where people go after they die, gearheads ask what happens to racing cars after they're retired. With a dozen teams on the F1 grid, each building several new cars each season, the retired ones add up quickly. The answer, for all the wide-eyed and curious little racing fans out there, is that most of them remain in the team's possession, either sitting in storage or on display in museums. But once in a while, teams will sell their retired chassis to other teams or to the public. Each one can fetch millions apiece, which can help a constructor generate extra income to help offset its nine-figure annual budget.
They don't come around that often, but for any jetsetters with an extra couple of million burning a hole, try and book next week's puddle-jumper to Zurich, where Sauber will be auctioning off several of its old racing cars – drawn from the team's era as an independent constructor before BMW snatched them up – at the Kloten airport starting February 19. F1 cars with pedigree command serious premiums, and while Sauber never actually won a race, much less a championship, some big names – including Alesi, Salo, Villeneuve, Raikkonen and Massa – drove for the team between 1993 and 2006. The first F1 car which reigning world champion Kiki Raikkonen raced in 2001 is reportedly among those up for grabs, so get your checkbook and call Swiss Air.
[Source: F1-Live]


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Glenelg, South Australia
BEAUTIFUL ALL YEAR ROUND
Just minutes away from Harbour Town
and a massive range of shops on Jetty Road
your shopping selection is never limited.
The perfect central location
Staying at the Taft means you're only 100m away from Glenelg Beach and 2 minutes from Mosley Square with it's countless shops, restaurants and cafes.
How to arrive from Adelaide Airport
Glenelg is only a 10 minute drive from the airport. Exit onto Sir Donald Bradman Drive westbound, turn left onto Tapley's Hill Road and continue into Glenelg. Turn right on Jetty Road and you'll find us a couple blocks south from Moseley Square.
A taxi rank is located to the left of the pedestrian plaza as you you walk out of the terminal. Concierges are available to assist in allocating taxis to passengers.
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Public transport buses known as the JetBus service pick up and drop off from the bus stop location left hand side of the plaza as you leave the terminal.
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Adelaide Shores Golf Park
Two 18-hole public courses are situated within the 135-hectare Adelaide Shores reserve at West Beach, which also includes two award-winning accommodation properties, a boat haven, sports grounds, a skate and BMX park, mini golf and a driving range.
The par 72 Patawalonga Course is a championship style links course with mature trees and water hazards. The par 60 Executive course can also be played as a par 3 layout.
Harbour Town Adelaide
Harbour Town Adelaide is a brand direct outlet shopping centre, with more than 100 brand direct outlets selling top quality brands at prices permanently below regular retail prices.
Diners at Harbour Town Adelaide can also enjoy a superb range of local and international cuisine, which can be enjoyed while relaxing in an observation area offering views of Adelaide International Airport.
The Beachouse
The Beachouse is packed with Australian-first and world-class attractions plus a cafe with gourmet treats plus old favourites including fairy floss, donuts and Gelati.
Attractions include Waterslides, Dodgem Cars, Bumper Boats, Play Castle, Carousel, Ferris Wheel, Mini Golf, Train and Arcade Games.
South Australian Aquatic & Leisure Centre
The SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre is a state of the art aquatic facility and health club in Oaklands Park. It is one of Australia's leading aquatic facilities and is a 10 minute drive from Glenelg.
The centre also provides recreational facilities, including a fully equipped health club. The centre is open every day, including all public holidays except Christmas Day. Water slides are open Saturday and Sunday only.
Jetty Road
Jetty Road is the shopping and dining hub for beachside Glenelg, one of Adelaide's most popular beaches. This kilometre-long strip offers al fresco dining. There's fabulous restaurants, including the award-winning Goodlife Organic Pizza, and plenty of good coffee and delicious ice cream.
You'll find fashion houses here, gifts, music, books and more. Most stores and services are open seven days a week.
Glenelg Tram
The Glenelg Tram travels between the Adelaide Entertainment Centre at Hindmarsh to one of South Australia's most popular seaside destinations, Glenelg, via Adelaide city.
Until January 2006, vintage H-class tram cars provided all services on the tram line however have since been joined by a fleet of modern trams. At the other end of the line, the Adelaide Entertainment Centre is the place to go for concerts, indoor motorcross events and circuses.
Bay Discovery Centre
Historic Glenelg Town Hall takes pride of place as the home of the Bay Discovery Centre, a social history museum interpreting the cultural heritage of Holdfast Bay.
The mezzanine gallery hosts exhibitions by emerging & established South Australian artists representing a diversity of media & practices ranging from paintings to photographs, ceramics, sculpture & jewellery.
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Glenelg has a variety of dining options from international cuisines to local favourites all within a 5 minute walk of each other.
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The surprising thing I learnt from giving a 20-minute nonsense presentation to a well-known tech company.
The greatest thing I ever wrote, something I've jokingly referred to as my magnum opus, was a 20-minute lecture on innovation for the executive team of a major US corporation. As they do not come out all that well in this story, I won't use their name, but if you are a modern individual, you will have worked with their products. They are a major player in the broad field of IT and electronics, and are often highlighted when you look for the most innovative companies in the world. And no, it's not Apple!
I was approached by this company off the back of a very successful keynote speech at a major tech conference to run a two-day workshop for them. At first, I planned to say no. They were simply too big, too imposing, too successful for me to dare run anything for them. I was, in a word, scared of them. I have tangled with the big boys, but this was something more. This was using two whole days to tell some of the most successful innovators in the world about innovation, and I was deathly afraid that I'd come away from it looking like a fool.
Alf Rehn is a noted thought leader and academic in the fields of innovation and creativity. Having appeared on Thinkers50 Guru Radar in 2016, he is currently Professor of Innovation, Design and Management at the University of Southern Denmark. He is a popular international strategic adviser and professional speaker who has delivered close to 1,000 keynotes worldwide, advised Fortune 500 companies and was the first Westerner to keynote on innovation in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. A best-selling author, he has been featured in the Financial Times, Sunday Times and Harvard Business Manager.


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Ayana Smith
Indiana University Bloomington (USA)
Specularity: opera, art, and science in Rome, 1680–1710
Ayana O. Smith is Associate Professor in Musicology in the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. She completed her doctorate in music history at Yale University, and her undergraduate degrees in Latin and music at Swarthmore College. She has received fellowships from the Mellon Foundation, the Social Science Research Council, the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Humanities/American Academy in Rome. Her interdisciplinary background in vocal performance and classical Latin, with supplementary coursework in art history, has led to a research career engaging rhetorical meanings in text, image, and music.
She is the author of the 2019 book Dreaming with Open Eyes: Opera, Aesthetics, and Perception in Arcadian Rome (University of California Press); this book demonstrates the importance of visual culture in literature and philosophy within the environment of the Arcadian Academy in Rome, emphasizing how the academy's visual theories influenced operatic production at the end of the seventeenth century. Her research on Italian opera also appears in the journals Eighteenth-Century Music and Music in Art, while her research on African-American music appears in the Journal of the American Musicological Society and in Popular Music. Her book Race and Representation in the Music History Classroom: Leading Change through Pedagogy is scheduled to be published with Routledge in 2022. She serves on the board of directors for the American Handel Society, the editorial board of the Oxford University Studies in the Enlightenment, and is the Vice President for the Society of Seventeenth Century Music.
Her project during the fellowship period at the Academy continues her work on visual culture in seventeenth-century Rome, this time studying how ocular fascinations (comets, scientific instruments, artistic illusions) created both delight in—and distrust of—the eye, leading to shifts in popular and intellectual discourse that helped define the early Italian enlightenment. This project will result in a book titled Specularity: Opera, Art, and Science in Rome, 1680-1710.
https://music.indiana.edu/faculty/current/smith-ayana.html


Anyone? Since we've moved, we haven't really done much with our new home – just added a few picture frames, utensils in the kitchen, tables..hmm I'm thinking of telling mom about basement floor covering because it might be good too.
To tell you honestly I'm no good in this thing. Haha! It's my first time to have a room also, that's why I want to stay home lately as much as possible. I've got so many ideas but I can't seem to find time to let them all out.
Anyway, I think I should relax for now especially because it's been stressful with the moving, the crying moments, the carrying of boxes – just totally tiring! I should sleep first, a lot hoho.


Natalija Bajlo, eight-year-old author of King Burue Changes the Rules, is an extraordinary young lady who is very observant of the world around her. It is with an open heart that she adamantly delivers her message based on how she was taught to treat others. When Natalija is faced with issues at school where kids seem to act quickly to ridicule others, she does the opposite and speaks out on behalf of the one being challenged. The true beauty in her refusal to see the differences in people lends itself to seeing more of the uniqueness in them instead.
A creatively active mind sets the stage for Natalija's book. She writes with a purpose around which her narrative skillfully evolves. She will tell you that other "morals" arise as the story unravels, such as the idea of being able to love who you love regardless of what "rules" may try to condemn your union. That's why you should never disguise your own beauty just to fit in nor should you fear or hate what is different just because you were told to do so, Natalija says. Instinct compels her to voice her opinions, which is what she displays through King Burue's need to change a rule that was made for no apparent reason at all. "You don't know how to hate unless somebody teaches you to hate" is what she says about obstacles of diversity. Inspired by the great messages of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Natalija especially takes to heart his famous quote, "...they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character," and uses the word "color" in her story to represent all perceived differences between the characters.
Illustrator Amene Beheshti, is quite a unique and talented young lady. Born in the Persian province of Qom in 1986, Amene was in love with colors and colorful pencils ever since she created her first drawing. She received her degree in painting from Iran's Isfahan Art University in September, 2013. Now, Amene works as an illustrator and shows her feelings via her illustrations. When she had the opportunity to read Natalija's book, Amene felt an instant connection to the meaning of the story that served as inspiration for her delightful drawings of the characters and the world in which they live. Children will be enthralled with the messages in her illustrations and how playful they are with such a creative twist. Amene has many great visual stories to tell through her art. We anticipate seeing much more of her in the near future and look forward to more collaborations.
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Why Pride is Important
The first Pride Parade was held in 1970 to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. Since then, Pride has become about so much more than Stonewall. It celebrates and honors all the members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Image by Diana Davies via NBC.
Over the past 51 years since the first Pride march, many parades have been used as mediums for political activism. In the years after Stonewall, Pride parades were used to have fun and create spaces for activism. In the 80s, Pride parades were often used to call attention to the…
How Current Sex Education is Failing LGBTQ+ People
Arguments over abstinence-only and comprehensive sex education have dominated the U.S. for a long time. However different or similar these types of sex ed may be, they definitely have one thing in common: they're failing us.
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Abstinence-only and comprehensive education doesn't teach sex-positivity
Despite the federal government putting millions of dollars of faith into abstinence-only education, it has been proven time and time again to be ineffective and actually quite dangerous. Over the past 20 years, studies have proven that abstinence-only education is not effective when it comes to pregnancy and STIs. This…
How to navigate "Corporate Pride" during Pride Month
Starting around May, many corporations and businesses start donning their pride merch and break their rainbow flags out of the closet. But what are they actually doing to support the community besides changing their trademark logos to rainbow?
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While some companies actively advocate for and support the community, many do it for the clout of pride month. It can be a bit hard to navigate, so here is a guide to help navigate the "corporate pride" scene that emerges for pride month.
H&M is launching a high-tech…
17 Books to check out for Pride Month
Pride month is almost here! What better way to anticipate and celebrate than to expand your library with some great queer reads? Here is a list of 17 books to check out for Pride Month.
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1- Call Me By Your Name by André Aciman
Call Me By Your Name is a great summer read for those who love love. The book follows Elio, a 17 year old at his parents' summer house in Italy, and Oliver, their 24 year old house guest, over the course…
Stereotypes and "Straight Passing"
Being a "straight passing" LGBTQ+ person isn't a privilege, its invisibility
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"He's not that type of gay. I like how he's not in your face about it, you would think he was straight."
For many years, members of the LGBTQ+ community have been assumed to be gay based on stereotypes such as their clothes and mannerisms. While some gay men fit…
Celebrating pride month in 2021
Celebrating pride may look different this year depending on the city or state you live in, but don't let that affect how involved you feel. Through the various virtual and in-person events offered around the country, take advantage of Pride 2021, just don't forget to stay safe, healthy, and conscious of others.
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While some major cities may not be hosting their famous pride parades for the second year in a row, don't let that rain on your parade. Smaller companies and businesses may be hosting more low-key events in your area. Try researching events going on in your…
How to be a good ally
Not only is inter-community support important to LGBTQ+ people, but support from non-queer friends and family is too. Being a good ally to your LGBTQ+ loved ones is crucial, and can sometimes be a bit tricky to navigate. So to try and help out, here are some tips on how to be a good ally.
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You can sympathize, but not empathize
A lot of the time, LGBTQ+ people have unique experiences and feelings about their queer identities that you won't understand or encounter yourself, so don't pretend to. Some of these struggles include internalized homophobia and coming out to family and friends. …
5 Ways Schitt's Creek Got It Right
Schitt's Creek has redefined the meaning of positive representation of queer characters and life
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We've spoken before about the evolution and powers of queer representation in media, but a certain Canadian comedy has seriously changed the game. Schitt's Creek has redefined the meaning of positive representation of queer characters and life. The fresh perspective of queer people, relationships, and success have left a lasting…
The story of LGSM
If you haven't seen the movie Pride, you may be unfamiliar with the civil rights group Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM). The story of LGSM is an inspiring tale of solidarity, acceptance, and empathy. While it may seem like an unlikely duo, the striking miners and a group of LGBTQ+ individuals united and supported each other during trying times for both groups under the Thatcher government in the U.K.
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In 1984, a plan was announced by the National Coal Board to cut the nation's output by 4 million tons, resulting in the planned closure of 20 pits and the loss of 20,000 jobs. Workers at one site walked out on the job, the president of the National Union of…
Legislation and the Community
In the past 60 years, there have been many landmark casings and rulings in favor of the LGBTQ+ community. While there are still a ways to go with universal discrimination laws in this country, it's important to look back on the past to appreciate how far we have come.
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Gay and Disorderly
Many see Stonewall as the beginning to the gay rights movement, but not everyone knows that the whole ordeal started over something as silly as liquor licenses. After the prohibition ended, new legislation was written that curbed the selling of liquor. The rewording of this legislature was…
A more accessible community, a pride center at your fingertips


Donington Park played host to a packed schedule of Sunoco-supported series last weekend when a raft of fresh drivers emerged as potential Sunoco Whelen and 240 Challenge contenders.
Indeed, new names top both standings after the third round of racing, with Henderson Insurance LMP3 Cup Championship's Colin Noble Jnr and Radical Challenge's Bradley Smith now leading their respective competitions.
British GT drivers might have initially led the way, but while they continue to dominate the rest of the top-10 it's LMP3 Cup points leader Colin Noble Jnr who now enjoys a sizeable advantage at the summit thanks to a pair of victories and fastest lap during the championship's inaugural weekend.
The Ecurie Ecosse with Nielsen Racing ace has 120 points, 34.75 more than Alex Reed and David Pittard scored during British GT4's opening round a week earlier. It's certainly a commanding lead, but the Sunoco Challenge's average points system – worked out across a full season – ensures Noble Jnr must maintain that level if he's to consolidate his advantage.
The rest of the top-eight remains unchanged, with five drivers less than six points behind Pittard and Reed. Thomas Randle's score of 75 sees him occupy ninth, albeit 45 points behind LMP3 Cup rival Noble Jnr, while two more of the championship's drivers – Sarah Moore and Matt Bell – sit 11th and 12th respectively.
Team-mates Pittard and Reed, plus a host of other GT3 and GT4 Pro drivers, have the chance to dent Noble Jnr's advantage when British GT visits Rockingham for its third round of the season this weekend.
A perfect weekend comprising two victories, two fastest laps and two pole positions helped Bradley Smith vault to the top of the Sunoco 240 Challenge standings at Donington Park. The Radical Challenge ace proved unstoppable en route to the 140-point maximum, eight more than British GT3's Jon Minshaw managed the previous weekend.
Smith is ineligible for the Sunoco Whelen Challenge after winning it and 2014's Rolex 24 At Daytona prize drive with a dominant Radical SR3 Challenge campaign in 2013. However, a similar season could see him become the first driver to also claim the 240 Challenge.
The breadth of racing on offer at Donington highlighted just how open this year's 240 Challenge could be. Drivers competing in five different categories currently occupy the top-five positions, and all have 100 points or more.
Most other weekends would have seen Shane Kelly comfortably top the standings, but the F3 Cup driver's three victories, two pole positions and one fastest lap averaged out at 120 points to leave him 20 adrift of Smith at this early stage.
He's 4.5 points clear of reigning British GT4 champion Graham Johnson, who competes again this weekend, and 20 more ahead of Alasdair McCaig, who won both LMP3 Cup races alongside Ecurie Ecosse co-driver Noble Jnr.
The rest of the top-10 is covered by just three points, with F3 Cup racer Jacopo Sebastini joining British GT and Mini Challenge JCW drivers in the mid-80s. The first of GT Cup's contingent, Jonny Mowlem, is 12th but very much in contention on 84 points, while 2016 240 Challenge contender Steve Burgess slots into 14th after claiming two Radical Challenge podiums.


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Lost, Bones, American Idol results show and more.
Welcome to IGN TV's What 2 Watch -- your guide to what's noteworthy on TV each night. You may notice we'll point out shows worth watching that air at the same time -- it's up to you to make a choice or fire up a DVR.
Thank God You're Here: "Episode 106" -- 8:00pm ET/PT on NBC. This week's guest stars include Paul Rodriguez (Ali), Kurtwood Smith (That 70's Show), Ana Gasteyer (Saturday Night Live) and Nicole Sullivan (Mad TV).
America's Next Top Model: "The Girl Who Does Not Want to Dance" -- 8:00pm ET/PT on The CW. The final four models visit with Aboriginal teachers for a lesson on self expression and storytelling. That night, they go out on the town in Sydney, but one model stays home sick and the others take the opportunity to talk behind her back. At the photo shoot, each girl expresses themselves through Aboriginal dance, wearing traditional clothing and body paint. One girl complains bitterly about dancing while another embraces it. At elimination, Tyra asks each model who they think has the most potential, and things get heated when one model is verbally attacked. The judges send one girl home.
Jericho: "Why We Fight" -- 8:00pm ET/PT on CBS. Season Finale: Johnston leads a heavily outnumbered army of citizens from Jericho into battle against New Bern, where one of Jericho's own will be lost during this fight for survival.
Bones: "The Glowing Bones in the Old Stone House" -- 8:00pm ET/PT on Fox. Brennan and Bones are called by Homeland Security to investigate the scene at an old stone house where some glowing bones have been found. Fearing the remains might be radioactive, the pair don protective Hazmat suits and cautiously enter the house, where they find the glowing bones but no radioactivity.
Tonight's episode crosses real life with television, since viewers have been able to follow clues and read MySpace pages of the main characters in this week's episode for a few weeks now. Will you be one of the viewers who've already solved the murder or will you be as surprised as the rest of us when the conclusion is revealed? It should be an exciting episode, even if you haven't been following the clues.
Notes from the Underbelly: "Mother's Milk" -- 8:30pm ET/PT on ABC. Andrew and Lauren are in disagreement over the importance of breastfeeding; Lauren isn't convinced it's necessary, while Andrew is absolutely adamant about it. He claims being a breastfed baby is what has made him the success he is today. That is, until a visit from his mom exposes the truth about his upbringing. Meanwhile, Julie and Eric struggle to reconnect after the birth of Baby Perry, and Cooper falls for a handsome, model-perfect mall employee whom she mistakenly thinks is all brawn and no brains.
Crossing Jordan: "D.O.A." -- 9:00pm ET/PT on NBC. When an odd man wanders into Woody's office and claims there has been a murder, Woody and Jordan learn that the man is the one that was murdered. The man reveals that he was given a slow acting poison that will inevitably kill him. His only request is to find his missing daughter before he dies and Jordan and Woody agree to help. Nigel and Kate team up to solve the murder of two magicians that have seemingly killed each other. Bug makes a decision that will change Lily's and his lives.
American Idol: "1 of 4 Voted Off" -- 9:00pm ET/PT on FOX. Last night, the Top 5 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will be in the Final 4 and who will go home, and enjoy a special live performance by Bon Jovi.
Criminal Minds: "Legacy" -- 9:00pm ET/PT on CBS. After receiving a tip from a local detective, the team travels to Kansas City to investigate a report of homeless people mysteriously disappearing from the city's streets.
Notes from the Underbelly: "Keeping Up Appearances" -- 9:30pm ET/PT on ABC. Special Time: Lauren shares the news with her co-workers that she's pregnant, and she's determined to prove it won't have an adverse effect on her job. As she begins to experience the byproducts of pregnancy fatigue and forgetfulness Andrew lovingly picks up the slack. Ultimately this gets them both into trouble when he inadvertently advises a student to put off college. Meanwhile, Julie and Cooper discover the only thing they really have in common is Lauren.
CSI: New York: "&#Array;Comes Around" -- 10:00pm ET/PT on CBS. The CSIs are puzzled when evidence and witnesses point to John McEnroe as their murder suspect despite his air-tight alibi, and as Mac's investigation causes a political firestorm, the team worries he'll be dismissed when they are asked to testify.
Lost: "The Man Behind the Curtain" -- 10:00pm ET/PT on ABC. Ben begrudgingly begins to introduce Locke to the secrets of the island, beginning with the mysterious Jacob. Meanwhile, Juliet's secret goes public.
Medium: "Heads Will Roll" -- 10:00pm ET/PT on NBC. In part two, as the investigation of the awful murder of Walter Paxton's wife continues, Allison deliberates over how to help Devalos and Scanlon catch a serial killer and if she should tell her new friend Debra about her most recent disturbing dream. Meanwhile, still distraught over recent events at work, Joe, debates taking part in a lawsuit against Aerodytech, the company he's been loyal to for so many years.
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Draft Prospect Watch: Impressive Debut From TCU's Alex Young
Wrapping up the first weekend of college baseball, we take a look at Sunday's action, plus some videos of note. If you missed Saturday's recap, you can find that here. The draft begins on June 8th and the Pittsburgh Pirates have the 19th and 32nd overall picks.
TCU left-hander Alex Young made his first start on Sunday against Southern Illinois. He threw six shutout innings, allowing three hits and a walk. He threw 75 pitches and struck out four batters. You can read more about Young in our college pitcher preview, which includes a video.
Florida shortstop Richie Martin went 1-for-4 with a solo homer on Sunday against Rhode Island. He hit just one homer in his first two seasons. The Pirates likely saw a lot of Martin, who is known more for his defense, when they scouted his teammate Taylor Gushue last year before taking him in the fourth round.
Florida State's DJ Stewart went 2-for-3 with two walks on Sunday. He reached base five times in his debut on Friday. Stewart also picked up his second stolen base on Sunday, though he rates as a below average runner.
Cincinnati outfielder Ian Happ homered twice in the first three games of the season. On Sunday, he went 2-for-4 with a walk and an RBI. For those that follow college baseball standings, Mississippi State looked great against Cincinnati this weekend, beating them three times by a combined 41-13 score.
LSU shortstop Alex Bregman went 0-for-4 with an RBI on a sacrifice fly. He went 2-for-12 with two singles and no walks in the first weekend. LSU next plays on Wednesday.
In 2013, the Pirates drafted Carson Cross from UConn in the 24th round. They were unable to sign him and he returned to college for his senior season. Before he could pitch a game, Cross needed shoulder surgery that cost him the entire year. He returned as a redshirt senior this year and made his first start on Friday against Florida Atlantic. Cross threw five innings, allowing three runs(two earned) on eight hits and one walk, while striking out nine batters.
MaxPreps recently gave their list of the top ten high school prospects in this draft. All of the players were covered in our draft previews.
Here is a great video from Perfect Game, from the PG All-American Classic. It's Justin Hooper pitching to Daz Cameron and Brendan Rodgers. All three will be first round draft picks this year. Hooper was covered in our prep pitcher preview, while Cameron and Rodgers led off the prep hitters preview.
On Friday night, Josh Staumont made headlines by hitting 100 MPH in his start against Cal Poly Pomona. His mound opponent was Cody Ponce, who will likely go in the first round, but Staumont has a chance to get himself in the same range if he can display some better control. He doesn't have the cleanest delivery out there, but he is effective when he is on, so it should be interesting to see how high he can go in the draft. Here's a video from that start courtesy of Prospect Pipeline:
Alex Bregman, Alex Young, Carson Cross, DJ Stewart, Ian Happ, Josh Staumont, Justin Hooper, Richie Martin


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Palizada è uno degli 11 comuni dello stato della Campeche, Messico; si estende per un'area di 2.071,70 km² con una popolazione di 8.352 abitanti secondo il censimento del 2010.
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Località principali
A capo del comune c'è la città di Palizada con 3.089 abitanti; le altre principali località rurali, con la relativa popolazione al 2010, sono:
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El Juncal 	394
Tila 	268
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Home » Soccer » MICAH RICHARDS: Coutinho joining Villa shows the clout of Gerrard
MICAH RICHARDS: Coutinho joining Villa shows the clout of Gerrard
MICAH RICHARDS: Philippe Coutinho swapping Barcelona for Aston Villa shows the clout of Steven Gerrard… it is a fascinating move that can have the same impact as when Robinho signed for Manchester City
Philippe Coutinho has joined Aston Villa from Barcelona this month on a loan
REVEALED: Villa are paying £125,000 per week as a cut of Coutinho's wages
They have an option to buy the Brazilian and it shows the clout of Steven Gerrard
Coutinho's move has shades of when Manchester City signed Robinho in 2008
There were many reasons Aston Villa wanted Steven Gerrard to be their manager but one of the biggest was obvious at 10am on Friday.
It was the moment the news was released that Philippe Coutinho had joined the club on loan.
Here is a Champions League-winning Brazil international, vastly experienced and desperate to kick-start his career again, who would get into most teams around Europe.
But he picked Villa because of Gerrard. This is not being disrespectful to Dean Smith – and I'm not saying Villa couldn't have got Coutinho had he been manager – but Gerrard's name and reputation is far reaching and this initial loan from Barcelona could be the catalyst for a new era at my old club.
Philippe Coutinho has joined Aston Villa on loan with the club holding an option-to-buy
It's a remarkable coup for Steven Gerrard, who was a key factor in Coutinho's move to Villa
Coutinho's move has shades of when Robinho, another Brazilian, joined Man City in 2008
Everything needs a starting point. With Manchester City, it was the Robinho deal in 2008. He came from Real Madrid and while he didn't have the influence everyone hoped, his arrival in the North-west showed other players of that calibre that City was a destination to take seriously.
Coutinho turning up in Birmingham is a statement of intent from Villa.
Plenty of players will be looking at how he fares under Gerrard and be intrigued by what happens next; those playing now will have grown up watching Gerrard at Liverpool and be excited by the idea of working with him.
This, potentially, is so much more than just a temporary deal until the end of the season. It's going to be one of the most fascinating pieces of business that happens in January and it shows the authority Gerrard has because Villa, of late, have tended to sign younger players than this 29-year-old.
The club confirmed the news on Friday morning and it showed the influence Gerrard can have
The move to Aston Villa sees Coutinho (right) join up with his old Liverpool team-mate Gerrard
Plenty of people, of course, will be quick to say that he is finished.
Friday marked the fourth anniversary of his £146million move from Liverpool to Barcelona but while things never went the way they should have done at the Nou Camp this guy's ability should not be questioned.
I've been following Coutinho's career closely since I played against him for the first time, on a sweltering night in Baltimore in August 2010. He was a kid, making his way in Inter Milan's team, but it was evident during that game he had all the tools to go to the top.
It was the speed of his turns, his wonderful technique and the ridiculous high standard of his close control that was something else. Inter beat City 3-0 that evening and while he didn't score, he was the talk of our dressing room with everyone asking: 'where has he come from?'
He was brilliant for Liverpool, in so many ways. They bought him for £8m in January 2013 and sold him five years later for a staggering profit that enabled the club to develop further, as they used the money they got from Barcelona to buy Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker.
Things did not quite go to plan at Barcelona for Coutinho following his £146million transfer
Part of me feels sad that he never got to share in the joy that followed under Jurgen Klopp because he had the potential to be remembered as one of Liverpool's all-time great midfielders; perhaps not in the same realm as Gerrard but certainly in a high bracket.
When he went to Barcelona, he was worth every single penny of that transfer fee. He was playing out of his skin, he'd been a driving force in helping Liverpool get back into the Champions League and delivering on the promise that I'd seen at close quarters in the United States.
Maybe the size of the transfer fee meant that everyone expected him to turn into the next Neymar or climb to the levels of Lionel Messi. I understand the lure of a South American wanting to represent Barcelona but he left a good thing behind at Anfield. The grass isn't always greener.
Some of the criticism aimed at Coutinho suggests he's been playing with his boots on the wrong feet but it hasn't been all bad. He was very good for Bayern Munich, during a loan spell in 2019-20, and helped them winning the Champions League and clean up domestically in Germany.
Gerrard (middle) knows how to make him tick and can get him firing in the right system
There were trophies, too, in Spain and his average at Barcelona was around a goal every four games. True, the ratio isn't brilliant but it's not as bad as some would have you believe. There is a top player waiting to explode and Gerrard is the man to revive him.
The set up at Villa will bring the best out of him, with hard workers protecting him and giving him the opportunity to flourish.
Gerrard, I know, thinks the world of him and you cannot underestimate how crucial it is for confidence to have the backing of the man in the dugout.
Gerrard is determined to make his mark at Villa and the FA Cup tie at Old Trafford on Monday night is fascinating challenge; their season, as a whole, has been given an added dimension by the return to England of Coutinho. This is the start of a grand plan. It will be fascinating to see it develop.
SHOW TRIPPIER SOME RESPECT
Kieran Trippier is the first signing of the new Newcastle era. I don't understand why Atletico Madrid let a player of his class go but Diego Simeone's loss is Eddie Howe's gain.
Inevitably, there has been criticism of Kieran already that he has 'gone for the money'.
Let me tackle that by explaining this. He started off at Manchester City, where he was behind me and Pablo Zabaleta, and went to Burnley to get games. He did so well there that Tottenham came for him and he ended up representing them in a Champions League final.
Trippier has scored for England in a World Cup semi-final, played in a European Championship final; he's won LaLiga with one of Spain's great clubs. He is one of the most recognisable full-backs in the game and maximised every ounce of his ability. He's earned the right to make this decision.
Kieran Trippier swapped Atletico Madrid for Newcastle United to be their first January signing
FA CUP THIRD ROUND DAY WILL ALWAYS EXCITE ME
My love for FA Cup third round weekend will never disappear and I will have a keen eye on the result at Kenilworth Road on Sunday, when Luton face my local team, Harrogate.
I'd love nothing more than an away win and Harrogate securing a place in the fourth round draw.
A few weeks ago, on a rare Saturday off, I went to watch Harrogate with one of my friends.
I had my hood up and stood on the terraces, minding my own business. It was a brilliant afternoon, a reminder of how great the game is outside the Premier League. I will be back again soon.
Harrogate Town travel to Kenilworth Road to play Luton in the FA Cup third round on Sunday
MICAH'S MAN OF THE WEEK
The saga with Romelu Lukaku is over and, for that, significant credit must go to Thomas Tuchel.
Chelsea's head coach has gone up considerably in my estimation for how he dealt with the episode, as it was a masterclass from start to finish.
I wondered how everything would play out last Friday when Lukaku's interview with Sky Italia was broadcast. At the back of my mind, I had the doubts around Tuchel that had surfaced from his time at Paris Saint-Germain, with reports that he could not handle a dressing full of big stars.
But Tuchel never put a foot out of place from start to finish. He had to drop Lukaku against Liverpool; when he spoke to the media, he gave enough information without ever belittling his player and also protected his club's asset.
Chelsea can move on and that's all down to their manager.
Thomas Tuchel (middle) deserves immense credit for how he handled Romelu Lukaku fall-out
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The best and the worst of times for Baileys' 'Reclaim Her Name'
History is littered with examples of men taking credit for women's work.
But perhaps nowhere is this practice more egregious than in literature, where, for centuries, female authors have masqueraded under male pseudonyms in order to have their works published and then taken seriously by readers and critics.
George Eliot (real name Mary Ann Evans), author of Middlemarch, Daniel Deronda and other classics, is perhaps the most well-known case of literary misgendering.
But, as it turns out, Evans' case is just the tip of the iceberg.
It was this that provided the inspiration for Reclaim Her Name: a project from Baileys to mark the 25th anniversary of the Women's Prize for Fiction (of which it is the headline sponsor).
Reclaim Her Name collected 25 different works of fiction originally released under male pen names and, for the first time, published them under their authors' true titles.
As well as Evans's Middlemarch, works by Violet Paget (AKA 'Vernon Lee'), Ann Petry (AKA 'Arnold Petri') and Mary Bright (AKA 'George Egerton') and 21 others were also included.
What They Did
Each title was given a makeover for the digital age with beautiful, colourful cover art, and made available to download as a free e-book.
Printed box sets were also donated to libraries across the country and a campaign landing page was created to give more background on the initiative.
The project launched to widespread acclaim last week, with taste-making titles such as the Guardian, Independent and the BBC covering the news.
However, after such a high profile launch, the campaign inevitably attracted greater scrutiny…
And it was at this point that this straightforward story developed a plot twist.
Barely three days on from launch, it was pointed out that the cover of 'The Life of Martin R Delany' by Frances Rollin Whipper (pen name 'Frank A Rollin') featured an image of a different black abolitionist, Frederick Douglass. The mistake was put down to 'human error' at the agency involved but was quickly followed by other (albeit milder) controversies.
A story originally attributed to a 'Mahlon T Wing' was re-published under the name of Edith Maude Eaton based on the speculation of a single literary scholar, and seemingly without the knowledge of her estate. Other commentators also questioned the inclusion of authors who had adopted male monikers as a form of creative expression, rather than as a reaction to the patriarchy of publishing.
Knowing the time pressures that many agency staff work under, I am loath to criticise this lack of attention-to-detail too harshly.
However, it was a costly error for the brand and agency, and also reflects badly on an industry that already has its own, well-documented issues around diversity and inclusion.
And in this day and age it is remarkable that, when these mistakes do happen, they are still made with Stormzy and Romelu Lukaku, rather than with Ed Sheeran and Ben Stokes.
In Hindsight
Should an error of human judgement mean that an otherwise excellent campaign be considered a failure? In my opinion, no.
Of course, the job would have been done more thoroughly if it was undertaken by a literary scholar rather than an agency. But, more pertinently, would it ever have happened at all? I'd wager not.
However, does that error mean it should be deemed less of a success? Absolutely.
This initiative was built on a fantastic insight, was beautifully designed, and highlighted a very real and under-reported problem.
But those noble goals were somewhat undermined and overshadowed by that mistake.
To borrow a literary reference of my own, it was both the best of times and the worst of times.
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If you find qualifying for traditional business loans difficult, it may be time to consider a revenue based business loan.
Shield Funding has been providing revenue based business loans for more than a decade and is willing to take a chance on the growth of your business. With a solid plan and consistent revenue, a revenue-based business loan help take your business to the next level.
The process for securing working capital based on your existing business' revenue is fast and easy, and even if you have bad credit you can be approved. Get started by applying online and see how much money is available to secure for your business.
What is a Revenue-Based Business Loan?
A revenue based business loan provides the capital needed to grow your business. This capital comes in the form of a private business loan and comes from a lender who believes in what you're doing.
Lenders expect these loans to be used to develop new products, expand your sales force, or venture into new markets. They're not bound by the same regulations as a bank loan. Approvals and funding can be obtained in a relatively short period—much shorter than the months it may take a bank to reach a decision.
Revenue based business loans are all about your earnings—repayment terms are calculated as a percentage of your revenue. When reviewing your loan application, the lender focuses primarily on your revenue stream and your business plan. Lenders look for the potential to increase your revenue. Ultimately, the faster your business grows, the faster you pay off the loan.
So it's key to have a plan for growing your revenue. You'll need to present that plan convincingly to the lender.
Another factor lenders consider is your gross margin. Gross margin is your revenue minus the cost of goods sold divided by revenue. Lenders offering revenue-based business loans require a minimum 50% gross margin. This threshold helps guarantee that your revenue stream will be sufficient to support your business expenses as well as the monthly loan payment.
Your credit score and past credit history play little to no role in the approval process. Borrowers with growing monthly revenue can still qualify for a loan even if they haven't been in business for very long or have had financial problems in the past. Fortunately for borrowers, revenue based loans rarely have any collateral requirements and are another form of unsecured business loans.
Borrowers are also able to obtain higher financing amounts with revenue based loans than with traditional loans. Revenue based business lenders are willing to take on more risk, because the repayment is tied to monthly revenue. On the flip side, the borrower pays more interest on these loans because of the higher risk.
Monthly repayment amounts range from 2% to 8% of monthly revenue. Usually, the amount comes in around 5%. But with higher interest, the ultimate cost of debt over the full loan term will be higher than a traditional business loan. You can expect to pay approximately 1.35 times the amount borrowed over the term of the loan depending on the business profile as well as credit history.
Let's look at some of the most important pros and cons of business loans based on revenue, so you can make an informed decision.
One positive aspect of revenue based business loans is the larger amount availability. Linking loan payments to revenue allows lenders to provide more cash than banks feel comfortable loaning. Although less than venture capital offers, they provide more financing than other collateral-based loans. In the end, these loans give businesses the help they need to ramp up their growth.
In exchange for financing, venture capitalists take an equity stake and usually wield some control over the business. With a business loan based on your business revenue you won't have to yield to either of these demands. This loan option allows you to maintain full control of the business you built.
Your monthly payment fluctuates with your monthly revenue. Lenders calculate your repayment amount as a percentage of revenue. Slow months or seasonal downturns won't cause the stress of struggling to make your loan payment that be under using a regular bank loan.
The faster you grow, the faster you repay the principal balance. And, with a faster payback, the cumulative interest will be lower, thereby lowering the overall cost of the debt. This incentive encourages business owners to focus their effort into more growth—something traditional bank loans never offer.
These advantages are great, but they don't tell the whole story. There are a few other factors to consider.
Higher risk to the lender means higher rates for you. Some rates on revenue-based business loans can reach up to 80%. It might seem like you'll never pay off the loan because your monthly payment goes primarily toward interest. Over the term of the loan, the cost of debt can be significantly more than traditional loan options.
Since your payment is tied to monthly revenue, your loan term fluctuates. The faster you grow, the faster you pay off the loan—but remember that the opposite is also true.
If your growth is slower than expected, the number of months needed to pay off the loan will grow. This results in paying more interest over the term of the loan. Sometimes lower growth is outside of your control, but you need to be aware of how this affects the cost of your debt.
Finally, you're giving up a portion of your revenue each month, which can be inconvenient. More cash going toward debt means less available to take advantage of new opportunities. Less available cash may also impact your ability to address the unexpected. Not being able to afford repairs may hinder growth. It's important to make contingency plans for these situations when drafting your business plan.
Now that you know the pros and cons, let's consider a few more cases to help you decide if a revenue-based business loan will help your business grow.
Is a Revenue Based Business Loan Right for You?
Borrowers who have a strong revenue growth plan are ideal for revenue-based business loans. The loan proceeds can be immediately directed toward growth projects—and that's what lenders like to see when they're betting on your growth.
New product development, increasing your sales force, and new sales initiatives are excellent uses for a revenue-based loan. These efforts directly affect revenue growth. As they pay off, you pay down your loan faster, which lowers your ultimate borrowing cost.
If you don't have collateral or are troubled by past credit problems, but have strong revenue growth, you may be the perfect borrower for this type of loan. These lenders care more about where your business is growing than where you came from. A solid business plan will do more to support your case for a revenue-based business loan than a lengthy review of your credit history that traditional banks are tied to.
Seasonal revenue streams cause trouble for some business. They struggle to make expense payments during down months. Adding the stress of a set loan payment won't do much to help. With a revenue-based business loan, your payment will fluctuate along with your revenue. This type of repayment plan is designed to keep your expenses in line with your cash flows.
Need money fast to take advantage of a growth opportunity? Niche lenders in this area don't drag out your wait for an approval. You can get approved and have the cash in hand to start growing their business in several days or a few weeks.
However, it's important to note that you might not be the best candidate for this type of loan if you aren't 100% sure that your business will be experiencing a solid amount of growth. This isn't a loan that will keep you afloat—if you're struggling, the higher interest rates could be be problematic.
If you anticipate growth, though, revenue based business loans will help you make it happen!
Does this sound like a good fit for your business? Give us a call to chat about our revenue based business funding options and other possibilities for funding your business!


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November – December 2019 Nov – Dec 2019
Loch Dress Fashion Show
Join us on St Andrews Day for an evening of fun and fashion, celebrating everything Scottish with a Fashion Show from Loch Dress. Hosted by comedian Zander McNally this promises to be a night of Pure Scottish entertainment. Loch Dress doesn't do boring!
Durness favourites Blue Ridge come to Hootananny!
Ghostwriter/ Emma Mitchell Band / The Girl That cried Wolf
Nov 30 @ 10:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 12:00 am
Indie Alt Pop from Falkirk, Scotland.
Professional Singer Songwriter writing modern rock songs. Currently focusing on writing an album.
Band members Kevin Barnett, Kenny Doull, George Macaskil
North Sea Gas @ Hootananny
Dec 6 @ 9:30 pm
Founded in 1979, North Sea Gas have been performing their own brand of Scottish music all over the world ever since.
18 albums, literally 1000s of venues, more miles than anyone wants to think about, and a lot of fun and music.
Their most recent album, The Fire and The Passion of Scotland, won the 2013 Album of the Year Award on Celtic Radio in Boston (USA) and the set of tunes from the same album won first place in the Jigs and Reels category.
iQue Asco! & Gallowgate Murders
Dec 6 @ 10:30 pm – Dec 7 @ 12:00 am
¡Que Asco!
The Gallowgate Murders
Richy Neil
FFO Pavement, Sonic Youth, Trail of Dead, Nirvana
The tour of the decade, or, our little scarper round some lovely parts of the country making noise as we go.
"Very satisfying art-punk scronk with impeccable credentials and lineage." – Adam Walton, BBC Wales
"Welsh three piece art rockers ¡Que Asco!'s debut album fully incapsulates the spirit of punk-rock and channels it through the sound of Sonic Youth, Pavement, Slints et al with fantastic results [….] 'Reaper' is a wonderfully unadorned record of the band's desire to write short, sharp three minute pop songs which whilst sounding unpolished have a way of pulling you in."
Shindig Magazine, July 2019
¡Que Asco! ("Kay assko", Spanish for gross) came together with the singular aim of making a lot of noise and a dedication to raw, pure, powerful sound. Years spent touring as a folk musician and living a peaceful life in Spain left Joshua Caole desperate to get back to his hardcore roots.
Pandacar
Earth-616 promotions brings Pandacar back to the north for their first headline show at Inverness' famous Mad Hatters.
Joining the good boy punks for the evening are Square Eyes with their swaggering seismic riffs, Glasgow based Indie-folk slingers Peplo, and local singer songwriter Kate Gregson-Macleod
Tickets available from the venue, Square Eyes and fatsoma.com/earth-616promotions
Oxbow Lake Band
rhythm n soul n blues A stormin' live band to dance to.
'A banger! And it's great!' Craig Charles (bbc radio funk and soul show)
"Funky bunch of chaps, we like that" Stephen Duffy (the jazz house bbc radio Scotland)
"Very very good indeed" (the legend) Paul jones BBC radio 2
"Dexy's with a touch of the Style Council" Huffington Post
"Time for some early morning soul" Tom morton (BBC radio Scotland )
"Storming diamond of an EP" scootering magazine
The Mad Ferret Band
The Mad Ferret Band are a Scottish duo, known on the folk scene for their hard hitting blend of traditional and contemporary Folk music. Their lively, energetic performances are packed with "blisteringly fast Mandolin solos", tight harmonies, driving Cajon beats and earth-moving Guitar sounds. The influence from both Scottish and Irish folk music has helped shape their unique sound.
The Duo features Chris Woods on Mandolin, Guitar and Vocals and Sandy Stirton on Guitar, Cajon and Vocals.
Based in Perth, Scotland they are an extremely hard working band having played an average of 180 gigs a year across the U.K. and Europe. Since forming in 2012 they have been honing their music by playing the pub and small venue scene. They look to be even busier in 2015, with more festival performances and European tours on the way.
Notable gigs include; Danny Kyle Stage at Celtic Connections 2014, Northern Roots Festival 2014 & 2015, Montrose Music Festival, Mull Music Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Perth Concert Hall 2014, multiple European tours in Switzerland.
RMT Big Band Xmas Special @ Hootananny
FORMED in 2000, Rooty Ma Toot Big Band has, over the years, included many of the top musicians around Inverness.
They have played at castles, Highland stately homes, corporate functions, Inverness Caledonian Thistle Stadium, festivals, clubs, many private functions, and featured several times on MFR.
Regular line up has piano, bass, drums, guitar, 3 or 4 trumpets, 3 or 4 trombones and 5 saxes. Guest vocalists appear often with the band. Big band swing, jazz, jump jive, Sixties soul – all regularly feature.
Join them between 8.00 pm and 10.00 pm at Hoots for their Xmas Special on Saturday December 19th.
Rock Thee for MND
Some of Scotland's best metal and punk acts will play Rock With Thee for MND in order to raise funds for MND Scotland.
The event is inspired by former local musician Sheree Gregg the Highland's youngest person to be diagnosed with motor neurone disease in March this year.
MND is a rapidly progressing terminal illness, which stops signals from the brain reaching the muscles and may cause someone to lose the ability to walk, talk, eat, drink or breathe unaided.
The acts performing are:
Seed of Sorrow
Zombie Militia
The Starry Wisdom Cult
Subvision
Deadfire
Watchers Guard
Please come along, rock out and support this very worthy cause.
Following the bands we will have a DJ set from our resident Mad Hatters DJ.
Full Tilt Ceilidh Band
Traditional songs with some tips on how to do highland dancing correctly for beginners.
Calum MacPhail Trio
Calum is a warm, down-to-earth, young man from the West Coast of Scotland who fell in love with the accordion at a tender age of 7. As a young boy with the desire to learn more, he spent more years learning the rudiments from the best accordionists in the Highlands until he eventually created his unique style. Though he hailed from Fort William, Calum moved to Inverness in 2007 where he strived to focus on his technique.
Calum is an energetic musician who has performed in Italy, Belgium, France, and Germany. Now he is coming to Hootananny for a night that can not be missed!
Free entry.
Bohemian Monk Machine
Bohemian Monk Machine are back in Inverness. Mad Hatters was a party and a half last time so the boys are coming back to the Highland Capital for a mad ain!
Bohemian Monk Machine are a 6 piece Funk band based in Perth, Scotland. The original founding members of the band have been long time collaborators since there school days before deciding to start a band based around there rhythmic based and improvised ethos. Since the band formed in November 2017 at a jam night, additional members have been added to the line up making the band a tighter and fuller sounding unit. After releasing there debut single the band have decided to showcase what they do around Scotland. Expect high energy funk mania and groove based original material.
FREE ENTRY!!!
Schiehallion
Hailing from Inverness the capital city of the Scottish Highlands Schiehallion are a Scottish Folk/Ceilidh band who have spent the last number of years both at home and further afield building an impressive ardent fan base, this has culminated in them being deserving of their widely held reputation as a fiery and passionate must see live music act.
Consisting of founding member Kenny Jamieson Vocals – Guitar & Bodhran, Stuart Mackintosh Accordion, Cy Mutch Cajon & when required Calum MacGillivary on Bag Pipes, Schiehallion are ever present on the live music venue and festival scene.
Immersed in Scotland's culture and music traditions Schiehallion's ability to engage and transfix their audience time after time has justifiably led to their richly deserved status as one of Scotland's top bands in their musical category and genre.


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The FOX and the HEN.
16 For of the Hen we mean to sing.
24 To visit Partlet and her Song.
29 'What think you of this Partlet here?
33 'Methinks she'd eat exceeding well.
35 Sat perch'd upon a Maple-tree.
39 'But how will you come at me now?
41 'So there I'm pretty safe, you see.
45 'With your Device of eating me.
49 'Remember you must learn to fly.
55 'Of thieving till your Wings are made.
67 March'd off without his promis'd Feast.
Title (in Source Edition): The FOX and the HEN. A FABLE.


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Published on July 1st, 2021 | by Subhash Nair
Lamborghini Aventador: 10 Innovations In 10 Years
Lamborghini celebrates a decade of innovation with their flagship Aventador.
Ten years after the launch of the Lamborghini Aventador, the company can look back at loads of innovations across the variants and spin-off models.
Check them out below.
1. Carbon fiber
This might surprise some of you, but the Aventador was actually the first supercar by Lamborghini to use a carbon fibre monocoque. While carbon fibre monocoques were not unheard of in 2011, these were usually reserved for ultra low production cars. Lamborghini became the first car company to produce them in high numbers in-house.
The use of a "single shell" carbon fibre monocoque had the company innovate in various areas. Together with a front and rear aluminium subframe, the entire chassis structure weighed in at just 229.5kg.
In the Aventador Roadster, carbon fibre was once again employed for the roof. The roof consisted of two sections, both weighing in under 6 kilograms.
With the Superveloce variant, even more lightweight materials were used called. For the first time in a production vehicle, Carbon Skin technology was used.
2. Four-wheel drive
While Lamborghini had been offering V12 flagship supercars with all-wheel drive in the past, the Aventador made this system more reliable and sophisticated from the start. It features 3 main components for torque distribution between front and read axles:
Haldex torque distributor
rear self-locking differential
front differential linked to ESP
This system was much more advanced than before, and even allowed for up to 60% of torque to be transferred to the front axles in critical situations.
Since the very first version, the Lamborghini Aventador has been fitted with the innovative Push Rod suspension system. The system, inspired by Formula 1, features rods attached to the lower part of the hub housing of each wheel, which "transmit (push) the force" to the shock absorber-spring assemblies fitted horizontally in the upper part of the frame, at both the front and rear.
The Lamborghini Push Rod suspension system subsequently incorporated magnetorheological shock absorbers (MRS) on the Aventador Superveloce, which respond immediately to road conditions and driving style: damping is adjusted on each bend, greatly reducing roll, and making vehicle handling and steering significantly more responsive. This "adaptive" suspension feature also reduces front-end diving under braking.
4. Independent Shifting Rod (ISR) robotized gearbox
The Aventador has a robotized gearbox fitted, extraordinary in 2011 for a road super sports car. The system (seven-speed plus reverse gear) delivers extremely fast gear changes. The Independent Shifting Rod (ISR) gearbox features two lightweight carbon fiber shifting rods that move the synchronizers simultaneously: one for gear engagement and one for disengagement. This system has made it possible for Lamborghini to achieve a gearshift time of just 50 milliseconds, the speed at which the human eye moves.
5. Drive Select Modes and EGO Mode
Driving style customization has also evolved alongside the Aventador. The Aventador LP 700-4 driving modes offered five styles of gearbox: three manual (Strada, Sport, and Corsa) and two automatic (Strada-auto and Sport-auto). On the Aventador Superveloce, however, these modes had an increased ability to modify the driving set-up, giving the option through the three Drive Select system modes (Strada, Sport, and Corsa), to adjust the engine, transmission, differentials, shock absorbers, and steering.
A major evolution came with the Aventador S, allowing the driver to choose between four different driving modes: STRADA, SPORT, CORSA, and EGO. The new EGO driving mode allows the driver to choose from several additional configuration profiles that can be customized by selecting the preferred criteria for traction, steering, and suspension within the range of the STRADA, SPORT, and CORSA settings.
6. Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Attiva (LDVA)
On the Aventador, longitudinal control comes from the Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Attiva (LDVA – Lamborghini Active Vehicle Dynamics) control unit, an improved ESC strategy introduced for the first time on the Aventador S, with faster and more precise control of traction and vehicle handling according to the driving mode selected.
LDVA is a kind of electronic brain that receives accurate real-time information about the movement of the vehicle through inputs transmitted by all the car sensors. It can therefore instantly define the best set-up for all active systems, guaranteeing the best handling behavior for all driving conditions.
7. Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva 2.0 (ALA 2.0) and LDVA 2.0
To improve the roadholding and performance of the Aventador, the Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva 2.0 system was introduced on the SVJ version, as well as an improved second generation LDVA system.
The ALA system, patented by Lamborghini, which first appeared on the Huracán Performante, was upgraded to ALA 2.0 on the Aventador SVJ. It was recalibrated to take into account the car's greater lateral acceleration, and at the same time new air intake and aero channel designs were introduced.
The ALA system actively varies the aerodynamic load to achieve high downforce or low drag, depending on the dynamic conditions. Electronically actuated motors open or close active flaps in the front splitter and on the engine hood, which direct the airflow in the front and rear sections. The Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Attiva 2.0 (LDVA 2.0) control unit, with improved inertial sensors, controls all electronic systems on the car in real time, with the ALA system flaps activated in less than 500 milliseconds to guarantee the best aerodynamic configuration under any driving conditions.
8. All-Wheel Steering
With the introduction of the Aventador S, lateral control now benefits from the all-wheel steering system, adopted for the first time on a Lamborghini series car. This system provides greater agility at low and medium speeds and more stability at high speeds. It is combined with Lamborghini Dynamic Steering (LDS) on the front axle, guaranteeing a more natural response and greater reactivity on tighter bends, and is specifically adapted to be integrated with the Lamborghini Rear-wheel Steering (LRS) system.
Two separate actuators react within five milliseconds to the driver's steering, allowing real-time angle adjustment and improved balance between roadholding and traction. At low speed, the rear wheels are in the opposite direction to the steering angle, thus virtually reducing the wheelbase. At high speed, on the other hand, the front and rear wheels are in the same direction as the steering, a set-up that allows the wheelbase to be virtually increased, ensuring greater stability, and optimizing the reactivity of the vehicle.
9. Stop-Start System
Since 2011, Lamborghini has been committed to reducing consumption and pollution and, above all, to increasing efficiency. From the LP 700-4 version, the Lamborghini Aventador has come with an innovative and rapid stop-start system with supercap for storing electrical power, enabling a significant reduction in fuel consumption. The Sant'Agata automaker introduced state-of-the-art technology for the new Aventador stop-start system, not seen before in the automotive industry: the electrical power to restart the engine after stopping (e.g., at traffic lights) is provided by the supercap, resulting in an extremely fast restart. The V12 restarts within 180 milliseconds, much faster than a conventional stop-start system. In line with Lamborghini's philosophy of lightweight construction, the new technology results in a weight reduction of 3 kg. A traditional vehicle battery powers only the electronic systems, is smaller in size, and lasts for almost the whole life of the vehicle.
10. Cylinder Deactivation System (CDS)
The second technology that increases efficiency is the Cylinder Deactivation System (CDS). When operating at a reduced load and at driving speeds below 135 km/h, the CDS deactivates one of the two cylinder banks, so that the engine continues to function as a straight-six engine. At the slightest touch of the accelerator, full power becomes available again. Both the CDS and stop-start system work incredibly fast, virtually without the driver noticing and without detracting in any way from the thrill of driving. They do, however, provide a significant improvement in efficiency: compared to the same car without these technologies, the Aventador's combined fuel consumption is reduced by 7%. At highway speeds of around 130 km/h, the reduction in fuel consumption and polluting emissions is around 20%.
This article was adapted from Lamborghini's blog post.


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Pakistan considers Afghan peace vital for regional stability, Qureshi tells President Ghani
Dushanbe (UNA-OIC) – Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi met with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on Tuesday and discussed matters of bilateral interest including the Afghan peace process.
In the meeting that took place on the sidelines of the 9th Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process Conference in the Tajik capital, Qureshi expressed Pakistan's desire for a peaceful and stable Afghanistan. He said Pakistan considered peace in Afghanistan vital for sustainable stability in the region.
Qureshi also voiced concern over the rising incidents of violence in Afghanistan, pointing out that Pakistan's position remained the same that the Afghan problem could not be solved through military option.
He said Pakistan supported a political solution to the Afghan problem through comprehensive dialogue, adding that positive developments as a result of intra-Afghan talks could help bring the Afghan peace process to a logical conclusion.
The foreign minister stated that Pakistan was a partner for peace in Afghanistan and towards that end, Pakistan was constructively engaged with the international community to reinforce the efforts for peace.
He further underlined that Intra-Afghan Negotiations in Doha, Qatar, achieved progress which should lay the foundation to take the process forward.
Qureshi expressed the hope that as the peace efforts moved forward, the Afghans would make important decisions for reaching the negotiated political settlement.
Highlighting the importance of regional connectivity, the Pakistani diplomat said that a durable process in Afghanistan would enhance opportunities for working together on infrastructure and energy connectivity between Central Asia and West Asia through Afghanistan.
Qureshi also held a separate meeting with Afghan Foreign Minister Haneef Atmar to discuss bilateral relations and the Afghan peace process.
The Pakistani minister arrived in Dushanbe on Monday where he participated in the Conference and highlighted the country's role in Afghan peace and the future strategy to contribute to sustainable stability of the country.
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Is when you carry yout text cursor to a different page and you create a new text box, all the formatting from the previous text is carried with it. I think a new text box should imply a default setting. I made changes to a three worded paragraph using text styles, I happened also to have made changes to leading and horizontal scale seperately before I messed with text style. Now I start a new text box and for the life of me can not reset the text cursor to anything that resembles normal text, even though I set text style to 'No Style' and tried to remember what other changes I made. I must have done other thngs??? The point being I think a Default value should be applied at every new text box, and not carry previous formatting. If we make paragraph styles then one click and we have our desired text cursor, and that should be sufficient, indesign re-sets to default in this manner. Have managed to find all those pesky settings and can edit normally, but what a palava.
With your new text frame selected, I think that pushing (Revert Defaults) should reset things for that frame as you want.
Ah Walt, I thought that Ghostbusters button reset the whole document to default, not just a text box. I found a work around, I simply created a standard boring text font with 12 pt no formatting, gave it the name as Default, and saved that as a text style.
The revert button is documented as having two functions. With nothing selected it should revert all the styles to defaults. With something selected it just resets that object.
ok Walt I will give it a go on a test doc. Thankyou. Your tips tricks and wisdom are very much appreciated by me.
Hmmmm... that sounds pretty dangerous for a single control. I can see someone "selecting" something, or clicking on it and thinking they did, and rushing up to the icon and then... "DOH!@!"
that sounds pretty dangerous for a single control.
I'd be happy with an "Are you sure you want to reset the defaults for the entire document?" confirmation dialog if you click that button with nothing selected. It's not like this is something you should be doing frequently.


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Amadeu Ataliba Arruda Amaral Leite Penteado (Capivari (hoje Monte-Mor),  — São Paulo, ) foi um poeta, folclorista, filólogo e ensaísta brasileiro.

Estudos Linguísticos
Autodidata, surpreendeu a todos por sua extraordinária erudição, num tempo em que não havia, em São Paulo, os estudos acadêmicos e os cursos especializados que se especializariam pouco depois. Dedicou-se paralelamente à poesia aos estudos folclóricos e, sobretudo, à dialectologia. No Brasil, foi o primeiro a estudar cientificamente um dialeto regional. O Dialeto Caipira, publicado em 1920, escrito à luz da linguística, estuda o linguajar do caipira paulista da área do vale do rio Paraíba, analisando suas formas e esmiuçando-lhe sistematicamente o vocabulário. Esta obra é considerada como sua melhor contribuição às Letras.

Percurso literário
Sua poesia enquadra-se na fase pós-parnasiana, das duas primeiras décadas do século XX. Como poeta, não esteve à altura de seus dois predecessores, Gonçalves Dias e Olavo Bilac, mas destacou-se pelo desejo de contribuir, com suas obras, para a elevação de seus semelhantes.

Seu primeiro Livro, Urzes, revela a influência pelo Simbolismo, notadamente na parte referente aos sonetos, estética da qual se afastaria gradualmente dos volumes posteriores, Névoa e Espumas, já ligados ao Parnasianismo. Em seu último livro de versos, Lâmpada Antiga, é constituído de sessenta sonetos, os quais verifica os princípios de humildade, na análise de personalidade do ser humano e dos princípios da moral e cívica, visando diretamente ao aperfeiçoamento humano.

Academia Brasileira de Letras
Foi eleito para a cadeira 15 da Academia Brasileira de Letras, na vaga de Olavo Bilac, recebido em 14 de novembro de 1919 pelo acadêmico Magalhães Azeredo.

Obras

Urzes, poesia (1899)
Névoa, poesia (1902)
Espumas, poesia (1917)
Lâmpada antiga, poesia (1924)
Letras floridas, ensaio (1920)
O dialeto caipira, filologia (1920)
O elogio da mediocridade, ensaio (1924)
Tradições populares, folclore (1948)
Obras completas de Amadeu Amaral, com prefácio de Paulo Duarte (1948).

Ligações externas

Membros da Academia Brasileira de Letras
Membros da Academia Paulista de Letras
Poetas do estado de São Paulo
Filólogos do Brasil
Folcloristas de São Paulo
Ensaístas do Brasil
Naturais de Capivari
Naturais de Monte-Mor