OVO presents Shakespeare''s Twelfth Night at the Maltings Arts Theatre in St Albans. Picture: Louise Morris.
Members of OVO are bringing their unique blend of Shakespeare and musical numbers back to the Maltings Arts Theatre in St Albans.
This time the St Albans theatre company is reinvigorating Shakespeare's classic comedy Twelfth Night – and it will be set on a cruise liner in the 1920s.
You can see the musical production at the Maltings from Thursday, April 4 to Saturday, April 6, and then from Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13, at 8pm each night.
On the SS Illyria, two campaigns are being quietly waged – one by the lovesick Duke Orsino against the heart of the indifferent Olivia, and the other by an alliance of servants and hangers-on against the high-handedness of her steward, the pompous Malvolio.
When Orsino engages the cross-dressed Viola to plead with Olivia on his behalf, a hilarious and bittersweet chain of events follows.
Director Adam Nichols explains OVO's choice of setting.
"In Twelfth Night some of the play's key themes include social class, flexible notions of gender and the hedonistic lifestyle of a group of 'bright young things'.
OVO pride themselves on making Shakespeare accessible and entertaining.
Previous OVO musical Shakespeare productions have included Much Ado About Nothing in a 1950s diner, The Merry Wives of Windsor at an 80s rock festival, and As You Like It in the summer of love.
Suspension of disbelief is a key component of theatre and with this in mind director Adam Nichols said: "All the vastly expensive trappings of the modern British theatre have often made it unnecessarily expensive to stage and blinded audiences to its real purpose and power.
"We believe that we can create exciting and artistically innovative theatre without financial riches, and that necessity is often the motherhood of invention.
"We don't do realism. In the 21st century, realism is for television and the movies.
Shakespeare meets postmodern jukebox in a musical version featuring music by Rihanna, Britney Spears and Radiohead.
Although the setting, the visuals and the music are all important, the language is the most important element.
Even if you think Shakespeare 'isn't for you', OVO are confident that they will bring the text to life.
Tickets cost £13.50, £11 concessions, and £7.50 under-18s.
Visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/ovo to book tickets, or buy them on the door.


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August Greene sounds like the name of a solo act, but it actually belongs to an American trio. The trio: Rapper Common as well as producers Robert Glasper and Karriem Riggins are from the United States of American.
They are famous for their lyrical prowess especially with regards to the song "letter to the free". The song was featured in a NetFlix documentary and clinched an award in the "Outstanding and original music and lyrics" category.
Optimistic and Sounds of blackness, without doubt, put them out there. The latter featured Brandy, with her alluring vocals.
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Анатолий Алексеевич Перепадя́ (, 23 августа 1935, Александрия — 9 июня 2008, Киев) — украинский переводчик.

Биография
Окончил факультет журналистики Киевского университета. Работал в столичных издательствах. Переводил с романских языков.

Был сбит на велосипеде неизвестным автомобилистом.

Основные переводы
С французского — Рабле, Монтень, Буало, Стендаль, Бальзак, Пруст, Мориак, Камю, Экзюпери, Паньоль, Кольтес, с итальянского — Петрарка, Вазари, Бенвенуто Челлини, Маккиавелли, Деледда, Моравиа, Кальвино, Шаша, с испанского и португальского — народные сказки, «Дон Кихот» (в соавторстве с Мыколой Лукашом), проза Кортасара, Жоржи Амаду. Ряд работ были опубликованы под псевдонимами.

Признание
 Двукратный лауреат премии «Григорий Сковорода»
 Лауреат премии «Ars Translationis» (1995)
 Орден искусств и литературы
 Академическая пальмовая ветвь (Франция)

Ссылки
 Интервью, 2006
 К 40 дням после смерти Анатолия Перепади
 Переводчик-бог Анатоль Перепадя
 Избранная библиография

Выпускники Института журналистики Киевского университета
Переводчики СССР
Переводчики Украины
Переводчики прозы и драматургии на украинский язык
Погибшие в автомобильных катастрофах

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Why Good Enough Isn't
Truth about Windows
By: Steve Kayner
Associate Information Systems Analyst
Some Obscure Government Agency
A common phrase heard from those who buy Windows-based computers is that they are "good enough for the average person."
I have to agree that with enough time and effort, you can get a Windows computer to do most anything that can be done on a Mac. I know this because even though I am now a Mac user, I have considerable experience with Windows-based PC's. My first computer was a Gateway 2000. I was doing DOS and editing .INI files with the best of them.
Then in 1991, some Macs arrived at work. Within a week, I knew that these new computers were much better than "good enough." Money was tight, but I started plotting to get a Mac of my own.
Now, seven Macs later, the urge to do Windows has been purged from my life completely. I still have a PC and still use one when no Mac is available, but it's never by choice. Whenever possible, I choose the excellence of Macintosh.
Which brings me back to this business of Windows being good enough for the average person. If all you strive for is "average", then Windows probably is good enough. But what if you are doing something on the computer at which you wish to excel? Can good enough ever produce excellence?
Can two mutts ever produce a purebred collie? Probably not in this lifetime.
The Mac is Different
Apple is running an ad campaign called "Think Different" in which they associate the Apple brand with famous people who have demonstrated excellence in various fields.
One of the criticisms of the Think Different campaign is that many of those famous people died long ago and never used a Mac. The point of the campaign is not that they used a Mac, but that they would not have settled for "good enough". Good enough won't earn you the Nobel Peace Prize. Good enough doesn't win you an Oscar. Good enough isn't good enough when you've chosen to excel.
Even Microsoft now knows this. In 1995, they used some shortcuts to convert the Windows version of their MS Office software suite to the Mac, thinking that it would be good enough for Mac users. The result was rejected by the Mac community because it was slow, crashy and ugly.
Microsoft acknowledged this failure by putting together a large team of real Mac programmers for the next version. The result is a vastly improved Office 98 for Mac. And while there is still room for improvement, Mac users have embraced this new version. It has those elements of excellence that Windows users might enjoy in a distant future version.
A PC user may protest that they only use their computer for word processing and web surfing, so they don't need excellence in their computer and are willing to make do with something cheaper.
OK, let's look at another limited purpose tool: the screwdriver. You could buy a cheap screwdriver that will work reasonably well, but for a few dollars more you'll get one made of better steel, with a stronger tip and a better handle. It will be less likely to bend out of shape, less likely to strip out the head of a screw, and less likely to break in your hand, or slip out and cause injury.
Sure, you could buy several cheap screwdrivers for the price of one good one, but why bother? More trips to the store, more damaged screws, and perhaps even injury from the cheap model will end up costing more in the long run. It's the same with computers. No matter how many cheap PC's you buy, they always cost more in the long run.
There are plenty of examples of more expensive products whose only advantage is name brand. Name brand aspirin, for example, costs more than generic aspirin, but they are exactly the same. In computers, it's different. Generic Windows computers (any brand) are sometimes cheaper than Macs, yet there are real differences between the products that go well beyond marketing.
Microsoft has improved Windows over the years, but Apple remains several steps ahead in both hardware and software with the Mac. Three years after Windows 95, Windows 98 doesn't add much in the way of user-friendliness. It's still the same kludgy, inconsistent Windows 95 interface.
In the meantime, Apple has released numerous upgrades to Mac OS, including 7.5, 7.6, 8.0, 8.1 and 8.5 expected in Sept. '98. All of them are tightly integrated with the Apple hardware in ways that Microsoft can't even approach with the thousands of Windows clone-makers. And next year, Mac OS X (ten) puts the excellent Mac interface on an underlying operating system that is better than Windows NT, which is the best Microsoft has been able to muster.
In short, buying a Windows computer that's only considered "good enough" is selling yourself short. It's not good enough for students. It's not good enough for home users. It's not good enough for business. It's not even good enough for government work. Good enough is ultimately only good enough for those who actively resist excellence -- those whose upper limit is "average."
I've tried to be subtle in explaining the difference between good enough and excellent computers, without going into the technical details. Allow me to be blunt about it: Quit wasting your time and effort on Windows PC's. Get a Mac and give yourself the opportunity to excel.

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Moderator Billy Caudle (upper right) reads the next question at the Trivia Night fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of the Albemarle at Museum of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City, Friday night. The event raised about $6,500 for the club's after-school and summer programs.
What is the title of the only X-rated film to have won an Academy Award?
If you know the answer without having to use your smartphone then you should have participated in Friday's Trivia Night fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of the Albemarle.
About 100 trivia buffs packed the lobby at Museum of the Albemarle for an evening of trivia that also raised money to support the club's programs. The event began around 7 p.m. with drinks and hor d'oeuvres and the trivia rounds began an hour later and ran until 10 p.m.
The winning team in the Boys & Girls Club's first Trivia Night event was Paul SimZins. The team included the following couples: Chris and Whitney Paullet, Dave and Leah Simpson and Skip and Robin Zinsmeister.
The event raised funds by charging an entry fee of $25 per person, plus hosting a silent auction and a cash bar. The top prize was four tickets to the UNC-Chapel Hill basketball game against Syracuse, plus a $100 cash team prize.
Elizabeth Mitchell, the club's executive director, estimated Saturday afternoon that the event raised about $6,500 for the club's after-school and summer programs.
The answer to the question about the only X-rated film to win the Oscar was "Midnight Cowboy". The 1969 film starred Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman and won an Oscar for Best Picture. The question was one of two asked by moderator Billy Caudle to break a tie between seven teams in the opening round, which was movie trivia.
Mitchell said none of the teams answered the question correctly. The other question in the tie-breaker was, Where did Tom Hanks's character in the movie "Cast Away" work? That answer was FedEx.
Who directed the 1993 film, "Schindler's List"? (Steven Spielberg).
What is the name of the second Indiana Jones movie? (Temple of Doom).
What is the name of the classic thriller that starred Roy Scheider as Police Chief Martin Brody? (Jaws).
About 15 teams with four to six players each participated in the Trivia Night event. The event also attracted a number of spectators who were not part of a team but were watching and having a good time.
Mitchell also thanked the sponsors that helped host the club's first Trivia Night fundraiser. They included Biggs Cadillac Buick GMC, Southern Bank, Todd's Pharmacy, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, Towne Bank and Towne Insurance and the Hornthal, Riley, Ellis and Maland law firm.


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Q: PHP: Polish UTF-8 characters displayed incorrectly First of all, hello everyone. I have an issue with PHP and Polish characters, namely "ą Ą ć Ć ę Ę ł Ł ń Ń ó Ó ś Ś ź Ź ż Ż". Below is my example code. I have all the Polish signs in $string variable and their correspondent UTF-8 (hex) represnetation in $utfString variable.
<?php
header('Content-Type: text/html; charset=utf-8');

$string = 'ą Ą ć Ć ę Ę ł Ł ń Ń ó Ó ś Ś ź Ź ż Ż';
$utfString = "\xC4\x85 \xC4\x84 \xC4\x87 \xC4\x86 ".
    "\xC4\x99 \xC4\x98 \xC5\x82 \xC5\x81 ".
    "\xC5\x84 \xC5\x83 \xC3\xB3 \xC3\x93 ".
    "\xC5\x9B \xC5\x9A \xC5\xBA \xC5\xB9 ".
    "\xC5\xBC \xC5\xBB";

echo $string;
var_dump(utf8_encode($string));
echo $utfString;
var_dump(utf8_encode($utfString));

?>

The response from the browser presents as here:
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string '¹ ¥ æ Æ ê Ê ³ £ ñ Ñ ó Ó     ¿ ¯' (length=53)
ą Ą ć Ć ę Ę ł Ł ń Ń ó Ó ś Ś ź Ź ż Ż
string 'Ä Ä Ä Ä Ä Ä Å Å Å Å Ã³ à ŠŠź Ź ż Å»' (length=89)

As you can see outputs are different for those strings. My question is what can I do about it? I was thinking of writing a function that would convert Polish signs in code into their respective UTF-8 representation but that seems far from optimal and rather difficult. Another option would be just to use this UTF-8 representation whenever i would need a Polish sign, but then again, I don't believe it should be this hard and convoluted. What's interesting, when I fetch such a string from database and display it, everything works correctly.
Script file is encoded as UTF-8 without BOM.

A: utf8_encode is a poorly named function which is very rarely what you need. It converts text encoded in ISO 8859-1 to UTF-8, so if your text is not in that specific encoding to begin with, it will not help you.
PHP does not have any built-in notion of character encoding, Unicode or otherwise; a string is just a set of bytes, and echo just sends those bytes to the output (and thus, generally, to the browser). You don't need to tell PHP that a string you're outputting is UTF-8, because it doesn't care.
In your case, I think the answer is simply not to call utf8_encode.

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch has just been revealed, alongside the Samsung Galaxy Note9, the latest smartphone from the world's biggest phone maker. After so many leaks, both have been announced in a glitzy event at Barclays Center in New York City.
Update: Well, obviously I didn't quite get everything into this post as the headline promised. So, it's now updated with more details of battery life, pricing and so on, plus some hands-on photos.
Nobody, really nobody, puts on a show like Samsung. I've seen high-kicking chorus lines in a specially-conceived musical at Radio City Music Hall and eye-popping light shows in specially created auditoria in London, Barcelona and Berlin.
Samsung Galaxy Watch in Midnight Black.
Today's event stuck to the rules: massive stage, even bigger back wall screen dwarfing whoever was on stage, video effects that covered wall and floor together and a dollop of cheese in the delivery. The floor was a video screen so it could add to the effect. Curiously, it was often used to display the small print ("Bixby services may vary by country", that kind of thing).
Samsung Galaxy Watch in the larger, 46mm, size.
Yes, it's not a Gear, it's the first smartwatch with the word Galaxy in it since the company's first timepiece, which for good measure had both words in the name, the Samsung Galaxy Gear Watch.
Rose gold in the 42mm Samsung Galaxy Watch.
If you were waiting for the Gear S4, this is what you're getting instead. So it's not a fitness tracker, it's a full-on all-round smartwatch. It looks like an evolution of the Gear S3.
Well, sizes, in fact. It comes in two versions, one with a 42mm case, one a little bigger, 46mm. For comparison, Apple Watch sizes are 38mm and 42mm. The screen measures 1.2 inches or 1.3 inches on the larger model. When you see the Watch for real, the screens are just terrific - super-bright and vivid, especially when Samsung is putting the sharpest colors onscreen. Weights are 49g and 63g respectively. For comparison, the lightest 38mm Apple Watch Series 3 with an aluminum case is 26.7g and the heaviest 42mm ceramic model is 46.4g.
I've tried them both on my wrist and although they are both noticeably bigger than Apple's Watch, they don't feel overly heavy or oppressive. The smaller, 42mm, size is the one I preferred, though both looked attractive and the rotating bezel is one of the highlights as far as I'm concerned: delicate but effective and as neat a way to interact as the Digital Crown on the Apple Watch.
Samsung Galaxy Watch - with watch face that looks almost 3D.
Choose from Midnight Black and Rose Gold, a selection of watch faces and straps. Some of the watch faces, such as the one above, are just tremendous. For a flat screen, Samsung's animation makes the hands look as though they're sitting above the rest of the face. Clever design.
The Galaxy Watch will come in two versions, one with Bluetooth, one with 4G LTE connectivity as well. The Bluetooth one is available next week in the US, with pre-orders starting tomorrow The cellular version will come later though no date is confirmed except that it'll be this year. Networks are being announced, beginning with EE in the UK, for instance, which means it's the network which got Apple Watch and now Samsung Galaxy Watch first.
We know that fitness and health are important considerations for any smartwatch, so it's no surprise that these are key elements here. Samsung says that the watch can detect high-stress levels automatically and offer breathing exercises to relax the wearer. This sounds very like the brilliant Breathe app on Apple Watch which really does have an effect, though Apple doesn't yet offer this automatically if it spots high heart rates.
As for fitness, there will be 39 workouts on the new watch including 21 new indoor exercises.
Sleep tracking is important (and my guess is that Apple Watch will have significantly improved sleep monitoring soon) and the sleep tracker claims to be able to measure four levels of sleep including REM sleep, that especially restorative kind we mostly don't get enough of in a night.
You'll be able to swim with the watch because it's water-resistant to 5 ATMs, that's 164 feet or 50 metres.
The Watch will integrate with SmartThings, Samsung's smart home platform, so you can turn on lights or the TV, control the heating and more. The new partnership with Spotify may enhance the music service on the Watch, though offline playback is already possible.
I thought this was going to be Samsung's first Wear OS gadget but it turns out it's Tizen, the existing OS. This may be the reason Samsung boasted today that the watch will have 60,000 watch faces to choose from. It seems the addition of the word Galaxy is to make it a closer part of the Galaxy world of phones and tablets.
In the keynote, Samsung only said that it would last several days between charges, but I now understand it's up to a full seven days, even with the always-on display employed on the 46mm model, a little less, around five days, for the 42mm edition. Again, that figure includes the always-on display turned on, but is described as "average use". That means you don't have GPS on permanently. You can opt to turn this on all the time, but then battery time drops sharply: a full day for the larger model and 17.7 hours for the smaller one.
In the States, the Galaxy Watch Bluetooth (42mm) is priced at $329.99, or $349.99 for the 46mm version. It'll be sold by Amazon, Best Buy and samsung.com. The LTE version will be available through AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile and samsung.com later this year and the cost of that will be revealed later. Both sizes of the watch are available in Bluetooth and will both be available with LTE connectivity in due course.
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Tigress by the Tail
by: Teresa D'Amario (author)
Publish date: July 15th 2008
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Fantasy, Paranormal, Adult Fiction, Romance, Erotica, Shapeshifters, Paranormal Romance, Adult
Series: Maxey Wizards (#1)
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In a world where most humans aren't aware of the paranormal that surrounds them, shifters will do anything to protect their identities. When a wizard, Lance, meets shifter, Cassie, those rules go out the window. From the very first meeting, both individuals feel that they are meant to be together....
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The Oceanic Standard UK Launch Event
Oceanic Global will be launching our latest country-specific edition, TOS: UK Edition, in London on June 17th.
Oceanic Global partnered with Petersham Nurseries Covent Garden in London, UK to host a free industry focused event on Tuesday, June 18th to launch the UK Edition of The Oceanic Standard (TOS).
The cocktail event brought together specialists from the hospitality industry and solution-based vendors to provide sustainable solutions that are available locally in the UK. The intention of the TOS UK launch event was to ensure that as bans on single-use plastic go into effect, businesses are equipped for this transition, are provided with the necessary information on how to source sustainable products and are not subject to 'Greenwashing'. It was wonderful to see how many representatives of the hospitality industry came out to learn about sustainable solutions!
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MY DRESSING IS NOT AN INVITE
It is unfortunate that years down the line and with vast development on both policies and laws around sexual gender-based violence, it's an act that is still justified. Rape is a type of sexual assault usually involving sexual intercourse or other forms of sexual penetration or acts carried out against a person without that person's consent. It is not uncommon that the survivor's experience is minimized to what they were wearing during the incident or loopholes are pointed out all in an attempt to invalidate this horrific act. This shifts the responsibility to the victim/survivor of the abuse instead of holding the perpetrator accountable. Acknowledging rape in society is a heavy subject that is dealt with, with a lot of stigmas. It is easier to justify it than to tackle the main issue behind it; abusers and perpetrators exist among us, they are our loved ones, our neighbors, our family, and friends. It is a bitter pill to swallow.
Elsie Akoth, an International Relations and Psychologist student and human rights activist has been vocal about surviving her sexual assaults on social media, doing interviews about it, and organizing peaceful marches that advocate for justice for survivors. In her case, authorities and organizations that deal with such cases were involved and helpful, however, this is usually not the case in many instances. The majority of the survivors do not have access to these facilities as most systems are not reliable. Elsie's voice on social media created a ripple effect for other survivors to speak up about their own struggles and experiences under the hands of perpetrators. While social media activism works and applies pressure on the system, it often comes with a lot of backlash for the survivors. Most people are branded as attention seekers when speaking out about the injustices they go through. It is even worse for the male survivors who are not able to speak up because of societal expectations on what it means to be a 'strong man. Invalidating the fact that boys and men can be survivors of sexual assault too.
Rape survivors deal with many challenges as they try to put pieces of their lives back together, with new bold scars. It affects different aspects of their lives, especially socially and romantically. Most survivors develop anxiety, trust issues, and general PTSD (Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder) from the incident. The stigma around rape amplifies these challenges. The majority of the cases involve the perpetrator being a closely related person to the survivor, and healing becomes a challenge. Getting justice they deserve is a major struggle, as only 37% of rape cases are prosecuted and only 18% are convicted. (07_Rape_Prosecution.pdf, n.d.)
There are ways to cope with sexual assault and rape specifically, and although it may take a while to heal, it eases the burden on the survivor. Going for therapy and having a good support system around helps a great deal. "Acceptance is the beginning of healing; it does not necessarily mean forgiving the perpetrator," Elsie explains. Monitoring the survivors' environment is also crucial in order not to be subjected to triggers that would delay or destabilize their healing journey.
Survivors are encouraged to reach out to organizations that fight for human rights and to get professional help. Examples of these organizations are Wangu Kanja Foundation which helps survivors seeking justice and Hisia Psychologist for their mental wellbeing. It is important for the survivors to know they are not alone, and that there is hope in overcoming the situation no matter how hard it may seem at the time.
Nothing justifies rape and other sexual assaults. No matter what the circumstances around it are, it is wrong and never the survivor's fault. Consent and sex education are an integral part of ensuring sexual assault cases reduce, in ongoing romantic relationships as well. While there are indeed cases of false and malicious accusations, the majority of the accused are often guilty. Believing a survivor's story may save countless other people from being sexually assaulted especially by the same perpetrator. A dress, alcohol, a date, or even a relationship is not consent. Consent may also be withdrawn during the act. All these do not justify rape. A maybe is not an invite just as a short dress isn't.
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Unmasking the 'deadbeat' parent: Why do parents abandon or neglect their responsibilities to their children?
A snapshot of the torn family fabric and the thin thread holding it together
Children are often described as bundles of joy, sources of blessings, and even symbols of wealth more so in the African community. As salient features of the basic unit of society, children are considered the prize of families as they complete the unit and provide hope for a legacy to the parents. One may wonder why these bundles of joy end up being neglected and abandoned by the same parents, in spite of their valued presence in society as blessings. Our society has even labeled such parents 'deadbeat' parents for their lack of care and provision to their children. Evidently, children have been at the center of family disputes in our community and bearing the brunt of disputing parents. 10% of Kenyans reported difficulties obtaining child support from a former partner as their most serious family legal problem in 2017 according to the Justice Needs and Satisfaction Survey conducted in Kenya. The survey depicts an unfortunate truth that is rarely revealed in our families where one parent shoulders the responsibility of taking care of children both emotionally and financially while the other parent goes about their life unperturbed.
While the right to equal parental care, provision and protection is enshrined in both the Kenyan and Tanzanian Children's Acts, several children are not enjoying this right and many parents have neglected the legal responsibility bestowed on them to care and provide for their children. For instance, custody and maintenance of children cases were by far and large the highest number of cases at FIDA Kenya with a total of 13,011 cases in 2018 and 2019 according to the 2019 FIDA Kenya Annual Report. This report further revealed that women and children have suffered most as a result of these cases and some of the causes are: increasing economic hardships families have been facing leading to an upsurge in the number of those unable to meet their parental responsibilities; alcohol and substance abuse which has over time eradicated the sense of duty and responsibility of some parents.
Similarly, Tanzania has been afflicted by the family injustice of parents neglecting their parental responsibilities and ultimately abandoning their children. The Tanzanian Women Lawyers Association recorded 1511 cases of child custody and maintenance in its 2019 annual report making it the third most prevalent family legal issue adversely affecting women in Tanzania. . Additionally, the Women Legal Aid Centre in Tanzania indicated surging cases of child maintenance and custody in its 2012 report as it recorded 169 cases. These cases depict a regional society that is ailing from a torn family fabric which negatively impacts the growth and development of children as they lack equal love, care, and protection from their parents as well as affects the over-burdened parent financially and emotionally.
Admittedly, the contribution of fathers and mothers to child care has not reached an equilibrium globally according to the 2019 State of World's Fathers Report by MenCare. In the report, the International Labour Organization (ILO) recognizes that over a 15-year time span, across 23 middle- and upper-income countries with comparable data, the unpaid care gap between men and women has decreased by only seven minutes per day. The report further asserts that no country in the world has achieved equality between men and women in unpaid care, and no country in the world has a national goal of men doing 50 percent of the care work. Apparently, this paints a very bleak picture of society's commitment to ensure children enjoy the right to equal parental care and protection despite having it engraved in our laws. Is it all dull and gloom, or there is room for innovative solutions to resolve the issue of child neglect by parents?
A live tv interview on JKLIVE show talking about absent fathers in Kenya broadcasted by citizen tv https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-w6T6Ih-I1o
Therapy as an anchor to reel in parents to their parental responsibilities
When relationships in the nuclear family are strained or threatened in our society, more so between couples, mediation or counseling are often recommended as peaceful ways to reconcile the conflicting parties. While mediation is generally more accepted in the african society; whether facilitated by a religious leader or family member or a chief, counseling tends to receive some reluctance due to the stigma that it is associated with either mentally disturbed or emotionally weak individuals. Does therapy then have a place in resolving issues of neglected parental responsibility and child maintenance?
Margaret Njihia, a clinical psychologist and child therapist at the Family Wellness Centre at Sterling Performance Africa, shared amazing insights on the causes, effects and role of counseling in child care and maintenance during the Unmasking the 'deadbeat' parent webinar. She highlighted the causes of parental neglect of children to include childhood trauma experienced by the parents when growing up which handicaps them in intimate relationships, unresolved relationship issues between the parents, unplanned childbirths, target children who remind parents of unpleasant experiences, extended family interference, and lack of finances to provide for the children. These are some of the major reasons that lead to parents absconding their parental responsibility and have a dire impact on the children. Part of the negative impact of parental neglect on children includes child trauma which largely affects the child's mental health and leads to decline in performance in school, high-risk behavior that may lead to crime and inability to form healthy relationships with others.
Therapy, however, plays a major role in resolving parental neglect of children and proves to be effective in quelling the negative effects of childhood trauma resulting from neglect. Margaret shares numerous successes achieved through counseling as she encounters clients referred by Kenyan courts where the Family Wellness Centre at SPA has managed to get parents to agree on the sharing of parental responsibility. She further asserts that some of her organization's success stories have led to increased parental involvement and provision to their children as well as reconciliations between disputing parents.
Innovation as a legal vehicle to resolving child maintenance and custody issues
As a parent, when you face difficulty in getting your partner to contribute to your child's care or to share custody of your child, where do you begin? How do you get the other parent to the negotiation table to discuss their contribution to your child when they have chosen to neglect their parental responsibilities and leave you to carry the burden alone? There are legal offices established to assist with child maintenance and custody cases as well as procedures that guide the justice system in each country but the information is not readily available for every person to access or understand and the cost may be too heavy a lift for most claimants. What then is the alternative in seeking justice for parental neglect of children?
Sheria Kinganjani, which is Swahili for law on your palm, is an innovative online legal digital platform in Tanzania that enables an individual, a student, a lawyer, or a group of people to access legal information as well as materials despite their location. An end-user can access various legal articles, materials, news, reported cases, Acts, legal documents and information on their website or Sheria Kiganjani android application. One can also call or send in an inquiry seeking information about their legal problem through Sheria Kiganjani's website or app and their team of lawyers is able to respond with the appropriate legal information as well as link you with the relevant legal institutions to resolve your problem until your justice journey is complete. This innovation, therefore, provides an avenue for any parent encountering a legal problem in child maintenance and custody to seek information and get connected to the relevant government body that will resolve their problem.
Neema Magimba, a Co-founder of Sheria Kiganjani, shared the model her innovation uses in resolving child maintenance and custody cases during the Unmasking the 'deadbeat' parent webinar organized by HiiL East Africa. The model used by Sheria Kiganjani involves a 4 stage process as follows:
A legal inquiry from a user is received through a call or text message by the in-house legal officer at Sheria Kiganjani who then classifies and understands the legal issue by asking follow- up questions to the user.
The legal officer advises the user on the available legal options they can explore to resolve their legal problem.
The user then decides on their best legal option and gets referred to either the nearest social welfare officer to resolve their issue or a lawyer for those seeking to resolve their issue in court.
Sheria Kiganjani then opens a case file for the user and tracks the progress of the case by following up with both the user and the social welfare officer or lawyer handling the case until its completion.
This model has seen Sheria Kiganjani achieve major successes in resolving child maintenance and custody cases as it assisted in resolving 20 cases through the social welfare office and 3 cases were resolved in court out of the 23 cases received in 2020. This model should be replicated across the East African region to enhance access to justice and impact in resolving family legal problems.
In conclusion, parental neglect of their responsibilities that leads to child maintenance and custody cases is a reality in our community that we need to address. The consequences of this legal problem are dire to children and parents who shoulder the parental responsibilities alone thus threatening the family fabric. Therapy and legal innovation have proved to be efficient solutions in resolving the child maintenance and custody problem with tremendous successes illustrated by Family Wellness Centre at Sterling Performance Africa in Kenya and Sheria Kiganjani in Tanzania. What other innovations and solutions could we adopt for child maintenance and custody legal problems?
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Retro lamps are very much in fashion these days. Calling our yesteryear fashion progressive would be appropriate. Remember the flashy prints used on vintage lamps? They sure are breath-takers even today!
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I once remember dropping anchors in a faraway countryside home with family. What took me instantly by charms is the simple yet awesome vintage décor inside. Another thing that drew my attention straight away was the little cone lamps bedecking the vintage themed bedroom. I did overhear someone saying that it was the metal stands of the cone lamps that made the statement. All said, my obsession with retro lamps began right there.
Cone lamps, glass lighting retrofits and shades in the shape of a fish bowl – very 1950! These accessories in period style are matchless in terms of elegance. It was during the 1970s when materials like melamine and ceramics were put to use. Result – eclectic shades that continue to entice people till date!
Do you have a similar taste for vintage decorating items just like mine? I believe the only way to spruce up the interiors of a home and make it edgy is by adding the very age-old yet the very beautiful retro style bulbs and shades. Planning what to buy?
Luckily for us, the markets are flooded with ample options. From table lamps to rocket lamps and ceiling shades, we pretty much have access to every product. Thanks to the boutiques and designer labels who customize the amazing retro lamps as per our needs.
Okay guys, enough of what's up for grabs and what are vintage shades. Let's see what we can buy to refurbish and enhance the whole appeal of our cozy homes. Take a quick look at my favorite list of the best top 22 retro lamps available in the market. Who knows, this could inspire you in a big way!
A light orange shade in the shape of a cone fitted to a brown ceramic base is nothing less than perfect. It screams vintage but is equally sober. A must buy for ones who are keen on bedecking their living rooms with an exclusive retro lamp. Not to forget, the 27-inch height of this mid-century inspired vintage lamp goes perfect with almost any décor, be it classic or purely contemporary.
Cut glass crystals are in vogue right from the retro age. From chandeliers to lamp shades, these shimmering crystal additions have roped in buyers for ages and still continue. Picking a gorgeous floor lamp could beautify your interiors by leaps and bounds. Believe it or not but a floor lamp is definitely a statement accessory. A strong chrome base makes this retro lamp very durable. Not to forget, the beautiful crystals leave an everlasting impact.
Did you know that the era of 80's marked the introduction of glass lamps? Etched with colorful designs and coupled with usual light bulbs, this product is winning vintage. It comes in a pair of two and has a shining gold chrome base to it. What's not beautiful about this product? I still wonder!
Shelling out riches for products that are common and not-so-impressive is worthless. If you are really looking to enhance the interiors of your home, buying three-tier lighting retrofits can seal the deal for you. It is vintage, elegant and swanky – a combo you should never miss!
This retro lamp goes back to 50s where the "back-to-future" theme was very popular back then. John Stephenson who is an artist, collector, art historian where he combined old automobile lights and mechanical parts (such as speedometer) and electrical (like the clock dial) to bring out a 1950's sci-fi look in the slick looking retro lamps.
In the early days of electrical lighting, scientists such as Thomas Edison tested and retested as they searched for long-burning filaments. Back in 1890s, the filament choice was carbonized cotton. RH bulbs have tungsten filaments, which is used to replicate the single hairpin loop of a vintage design. Like the original, the bulb ends in a small glass tip created when turn-of-the-century manufacturers sealed the bulb. Position it within a clear shade or exposed socket to enjoy its shape and ambient glow. Check out amazing collections of vintage looking bulbs with a single hairpin loop or vertical carbon filaments like squirrel cage and much more.
These antique glass jars inspired these softly glowing, industrial-chic pendant lights and you can own this for $99. Casting a cool glow over tables, counters and desks, these sculptural lamps work well as single pendants, but they're especially head-turning when hung in pairs or multiples at different heights. You can surprise your friends and families with these amazing retro-lamps.
Show off your "major award" with this vintage ode to Christmas past. This classic lamp is a must-have for anyone who loves the movie A Christmas Story. NECA provides customers with a 20-inch replica of the original prop from the movie. The lamp includes light from under the shade as well as through the leg itself. Give guests a laugh at this fantastic lamp that will be a statement piece in any house.
Surpar's House helps give your home a classic look with this art deco style table lamp. The highlight of this piece is the Edison Bulb that showcases the light inside the shade. The lamp is made from high-quality wood and glass materials. The bronze accents along with the glass dome shade give a vintage look that is perfect for any home that appreciates showcasing antique style home decor!
Feeling like channeling your inner Don Draper? Soften the lighting in your room by adding this beautiful square lamp that is complete with a fabric lampshade. This vintage lamp will help create a fantastic atmosphere while giving a retro-inspired vibe to any room! The light the lamp radiates will either be warm or white light to apply to any situation you may need. The minimalist aspect of this classic lamp makes it versatile to fit any room or decor in your home.
This unique lamp is the perfect vintage design for anyone who appreciates industrial-style decor. The craftsmanship and design in this retro lamp are enough to make anyone want to purchase it but combined with the intricate industrial pipe design; this is a fantastic accent to any room. Easy installation along with environmental protection and the dimmer capability allows this vintage lamp to be comfortable as well as affordable. Relive good days gone by when life was more straightforward with this retro-inspired lamp.
Retro never looked so good! This steampunk inspired lamp is made of the most beautiful wood and metal that is handmade to provide the highest quality product. This is a phenomenal addition to an office or home. The art deco style allows you to show off your expansive style while providing you with a dimmable switch to give off the perfect light every time.
The minimalist design of this retro paper star style vintage lamp is the perfect accent for any room. The nine angle star is inspired by days gone by and environmentally friendly due to its use of paperboard to create the shade. The cream of the star pairs well with the dark wood of the base and would be the perfect gift for anyone! The softer lighting creates an atmosphere to relax and bask in the ambiance.
Bring a funky design like this industrial pipe robot lamp to your house to have your guests talking about it for ages! This lamp has so many accents that create a vintage themed tribute to the days of the working man. The red valve handle and bare light bulb work together with the rusted accents of the industrial pipe. Installation is frustration free and simple!
The rectangular prism design of this lamp allows for a vintage type feel along with the modern touch of a USB port for charging. The ambient soft light that comes from this vintage-looking lamp is the perfect accent to any room or office. The warm light also helps keep your eyes comfortable without glare. The convenient switch allows for easy on/off access always within easy reach.
Lights, camera, action! This vintage inspired tripod lamp will bring Old Hollywood to the comfort of your home. The adjustable height and portability of this lamp allow it to be used in any setting. This art deco piece will bring ritz and glam to any party! The perfect accent for a home that loves entertaining and having unique interior decorating.
The dark wood base of this retro-inspired lamp combined with the dark industrial style iron pipes creates a retro look that promotes intrigue and brings a unique atmospheric addition to any room. While the design is simple, the sophistication of the minimalism along with the contrast between the light from the bulb and the iron pipe will bring together the decor in living room or kitchen.
Here are some already done DIY vintage lamps that tickle your creativity!
Why hide your lamp cables and cords when you can turn them into beautiful wall art. I was blown away with the creativity exhibited in these wonderful wall art collection using lamp as the center piece. Check it out and your imagination will be tickled for sure.
Have old and unused classic vinyl records? You can have a classy lamp reminiscent of the 70s. This LP Table Lamp is actually made out of old vinyl records. Yet instead of bending the material into unrecognizable shapes, the records have been maintained in a layered look. It is designed by Genanvendt, a studio based in Denmark, this retro lamp makes a soft and subdued lighting ambiance. This is not only due to the records themselves that help contain the glow, but also the screen of translucent material creating a cylinder around the light bulb itself.
This is so cool idea and would be great for kids room. I really love the holes around each continent and the whole globe lights up so beautifully.
These retro lamps bring together the good old days and modern appliances. By having a retro lamp in your room, you will be showing off your style and your appreciation for vintage-inspired culture.
From a casual setting to a well-planned contemporary theme, retro lamps are great additions for any home. What is your favorite on these awe-inspiring light fixtures?