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Writing about Cesare...
Many journalists have travelled across the valleys, up and down the hills to reach Albaretto, meet Cesare and sample his cuisine. Many of them have ended up as friends of his and have followed him and his whereabouts, in and out of the Langhe, in all seasons.
These visits have resulted in numerous articles published in local gazettes, daily papers or specialist magazines, both in Italy and abroad - in Germany, the United States, Japan, and Brazil.
Cesare has not collected them. It is not in his nature: a free spirit, creative and brilliant as he is, cannot gather and keep scraps. He just remembers faces and dinners, certain conversations and evenings, often what the journalists ate - but he does not trouble himself with names or dates.
Some articles still stick in his memory, maybe by chance or out of a specific need; some were written by friends who often sat at a table in his dining room; some were hung on walls by relatives on special occasions, so they can be still read. Many others, which had been collected by Cesare's sister-in-law, were lost in a kitchen fire.
The first article I know of was at the beginning of the 1970s, by Carlo Gramaglia in La Gazzetta del Popolo in Turin. In the following years two more articles (now lost) were written: one for Playboy (Cesare talks of it with ironic satisfaction, but adds that he couldn't show it to his mother), the other for Famiglia Cristiana (he did show this one to his mother, who suggested buying 50 copies, but unfortunately he did not).
Later in the 70s, many famous journalists (such as Cesare Pillon, Gigi Veronelli, Giorgio Bocca, Cino Tortorella and Giulio Biason) wrote about Cesare's "Ristorante dei Cacciatori".
In 1982 one of the most prominent gastronomic German journalists, Johann Willsberger, director of the magazine Gourmet, came to see Cesare. He took some pictures of his dining room and its fireplace, of the onions in salt (which Cesare supplied the recipe for) and of a tenderloin in pastry. In the Spring issue, devoted to Italian cuisine, under the heading "Zu Gast bei Cäsar" ("A Guest at Cesare's"), he wrote: "Every gourmet dreams of the ideal dinner, where everything is in harmony: the good quality of the products, the cook's art, the atmosphere. This dream seldom comes true; three stars are in fact no guarantee at all. Gourmet has experienced the ideal dinner in the restaurant of a remote Piedmontese village, which is still a well-kept secret among the connoisseurs."
In the 90s, leading articles by Jeffrey Steingarten were published in Vogue; in 1994, Patricia Wells numbered Cesare from Albaretto among the 10 best cooks in the world in The Herald Tribune, New York.
In August 1996, S. Irene Vibrila, a well known and highly respected restaurant critic from the USA, praised Cesare's skills in Los Angeles Times.
An original piece signed by Alberto Gedda appeared in July, 4th , 1990 in La Stampa Sera. Its title – "Rabbit? It's Art to Eat. A funny and rather crazy debate around the Avant-Garde" – is followed by a reflection involving art and cuisine. It also shows the picture of a young Cesare holding a tray with a local rabbit. This cutting, somewhat yellowed and scribbled on, has been framed and displayed in the restaurant's cellar.
To come up to date, in 2005, when Cesare re-opened the old restaurant "L'Angolo di Paradiso", many articles were written on Cesare's new dream: Enzo Vizari in L'Espresso titles "The Return of Divine Cesare"; Paolo Massobrio, in Dolce & Salato, "Albaretto Torre, a Corner of Paradise"; Carlo Petrini in La Repubblica, "With Cesare, the King of Lambs"; Camilla Baresani in Il Sole 24 Ore, "A Palette of Tastes".
But there are more in La Cucina Italiana and La Nuova Cucina Italiana, in several issues of Barolo &Co. edited by its director Elio Archimede. Also articles by Gigi Garanzini and Gianni Mura in La Repubblica, by Roberto Fiori in La Stampa, by Enrico Sanna and Davide Paolini in Il Sole 24 Ore (the last one written on the occasion of the Prize "IL GASTRONAUTA 2007"), by Lorenza Scalisi in Traveller (April 2012) and many more.
Finally, in 2010, in the New Castle of Stuttgart, Cesare Giaccone was given the prestigious "Internationaler Preis Eckart Witzigmann". Here are the words of Thomas Keller, number one in American cuisine and winner of the same prize in 2006: "Cesare Giaccone is an extraordinary man, endowed with a unique vision of his cuisine. His dishes are elaborate and at the same time simple; their taste is unforgettable."
We would like to remember other journalists who wrote about Cesare:
• Il Tanaro
• Robert M. Parker, JR. food and wine critic of the 90
• Rocco Moliterni on La Stampa: "Cesare, il cuoco che sussurra agli alberi"
• German book Fast Nichts by Eckart Witzigmann and Johann Willsbergher
• Mauro Remondino on Style Magazine: "il Galletto delle Langhe - Uno chef artista rivela la sua ricetta del coq al dolcetto d'Alba"
• Le Rotisseur: "Da Cesare qualità e leggerezza"
• on the Magazine A la carte by di Von Willi Klinger: "Konig der Alta Langa"
• on Presse by the austrian writer Ute Woltron
• Fiorella Valdesolo
• Stefano Caffarri on Cucchiaio d'argento
• Guida Bolaffi of the 70
• Jeff Michaud e David Joachum sul libro "Eating Italy"
• Rivista Alps
• Martina Meuth and Bernd Neuner-Duttenhofer: the book "Piemont"
• the book "La favola nel piatto" by Bruno Murialdo
• a book by Pippo Bessone: "Cesar il Servanot"
• Luigi Sugliano and Bruno Murialdo and Luciano Bertello: "Cesare e le Alte Langhe"
• a book "Eine perfekte Woche... in Piemont" by Markus Dreesen
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DEAR MR GRAYLING, PLEASE HELP!
As you might recall, last year, the Government decided people paid too much to have their cars repaired and thought the money could be better spent elsewhere. They said we had to reduce our fees and that they would help us do it.
Please help! I run a medium sized firm of motor mechanics, employing a team of twenty. Most of us used to make a half decent wage, in line with our experience, servicing and repairing cars for the general public. We weren't the cheapest but we took pride in our work and customers generally returned, mainly because we were pretty good at what we did, but also because most of them knew very little about motor vehicles and, having built a reputation over many years, they trusted us and had confidence that we would look after them properly. No one would argue that we didn't provide excellent value for money, sometimes jobs were difficult and complicated and sometimes customers were awkward but we had had the necessary balance of age and experience to deal with just about everything.
As you might recall, last year, the Government decided people paid too much to have their cars repaired and thought the money could be better spent elsewhere. They said we had to reduce our fees and that they would help us do it. Basically, they said only thirty seven garages could operate in the whole of Greater Manchester, and told the public they could no longer decide where to go, but would be allocated a garage instead based, can you believe it?, on the first letter of their surname! Every garage that wanted to remain open had to tell the government the minimum fee they could repair a car for starting with a point that was 17.5% less than the current rate. Needless to say, we were all desperate to remain in work. Everyone undercut each other and now we have to charge a fee which is 25% less than we were charging ten years ago.
Worst of all, we all have to charge the same ridiculously low fee and aren't allowed to seek out new business. I've had to let most of the staff go and I'm back on the tools myself. My experienced staff bailed out months ago (I'm having to pay minimum wage) and I'm left with the apprentice and a couple of youngsters I drafted in – it's the only way I can keep the costs down and get the contract. They try hard and I can't blame them but I can't check everything they do – the Government says it's ok though because their paperwork will be checked by other firms – thank god they won't be looking under the bonnet!
Amazingly, the public hasn't a clue what's happening. They're driving round in deathtraps, thinking they're getting a good deal because it's cheap.
I wouldn't mind but every time someone from government has car trouble (and they frequently do) they wouldn't dream of using one of us thirty seven – there's a different scheme for the privileged whereby mechanics are paid properly and have the time and resources to do a proper job.
To get to the point, I've heard Tesco are to bid next year and we really can't compete any more. I am looking for a career change and have heard plenty about these fat cat criminal lawyers that are raking it in. I wonder if the Minister for Justice thinks such a change would be a wise move?
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Professor Boyd Discusses Connections Between Paper Dolls, Gay Community
SLATE -- The most fascinating connection I came across is also the most mysterious. It's the Paper Doll, sometimes called the Paper Doll Club. And it was a gay bar in San Francisco, or at least a kind of proto-gay bar, which was in operation since 1945, probably earlier than that, which is incredibly early for an openly gay space. ...
"It was like this place that was an incubator for queer entrepreneurialism."
I talked to Nan Alamilla Boyd. She's a professor of Women and Gender Studies at San Francisco State University. She's one of the few scholars who's done work trying to find out more about the Paper Doll.
"How are these people who are shut out of these professions?" Boyd says. "'What am I going to do with my life? Oh, I'll open a gay bar. I'll serve my people, for the sense of the people. I'll serve my people in this way."


1. How can I tell if my saddle fits?
Determination of proper saddle fit requires evaluation of the horse (e.g., age, anatomy, biomechanics, conformation issues, health), the rider (e.g., height, weight, age, riding level and expertise), the saddle (e.g., construction, placement, and suitability to horse and rider), and the interaction of all three (e.g., achieves a harmonious partnership and facilities communication).
Evaluation should be done by a professional saddle fitter, but the rider can look for clues. If the horse and rider are comfortable and perform well, the saddle probably fits properly. If the rider struggles to hold position and balance or the horse exhibits pain, behavior problems, lack of concentration, or resistance to work, the cause may be a poorly fitting saddle.
2. How do I measure my horse for a saddle?
3. I'm experiencing lower back pain during and after riding. Could this be caused by my saddle?
A saddle that doesn't fit properly or that is in need of reflocking may cause lower back pain.
If the saddle seat is too small and the blocks are substantial, it can cause the rider to hollow her back which may result in lower back pain.
If the saddle sits low in the rear due to a tree that is too narrow or compressed flocking, it causes the rider to strain to sit up straight, which may cause lower back pain.
4. My leg keeps coming over the block. How can I alleviate this?
Often, this is caused by the seat size being too small and the leg being too close to the block. A longer seat may solve this problem.
The twist of the saddle may be too wide causing the rider to pop out of the seat, rather than sitting down around the horse.
5. How can I tell if I need shorter or longer flaps?
Ideally the saddle flap should come half way down your calf muscle. One inch more or less is acceptable, but more than that may require a customized flap.
6. How can I stop my saddle from sliding forward?
One of the most common causes of a saddle sliding forward is an improperly tightened girth. You should place the saddle in the correct position and tighten the girth snugly enough for you to mount the horse (preferably from a mounting block). Walk two 20 meter circles, one in each direction, then tighten the girth again. Warm up at the walk and then tighten the girth one more time before you begin to trot.
If you are using a girth that has elastic, try switching to a girth with no elastic. The give and take action of the elastic can cause the saddle to slip forward.
Try a non-slip pad, such as the EQuest Grip Pad. A non-slip pad sticks to your horse and your saddle, holding better as the horse's back gets warmer. It works best when used directly against the horse and the saddle with no other pad.
7. How do I measure the seat size of my saddle?
The seat on most saddles is measured from the center of one of the buttons on either side of the pommel (front) diagonally to the center of the cantle (rear).
8. How do I know what tree size I need?
The best way to identify what tree size you need is to make a wither tracing of your horse. Click here for instructions.
The tree sizes are measured differently for each brand of saddle.
Most English brands of saddles use the medium, wide, extra-wide system, whereas other European brands use centimeters. A professional saddle fitter can assist you in converting centimeter measurements into their medium, wide, extra-wide equivalents.
Generally speaking, the tree size is the measurement between the bottoms of the two points of the tree. However, the points of the tree in each brand of saddle are different lengths. Shorter or longer points result in different measurements, so a 32cm tree in one brand does not necessarily fit the same way as a 32cm tree in another brand.
9. What is an adjustable tree? How does it work?
An adjustable tree allows you to manually change the tree size to accommodate changes in the width of a horse's back. Some riders favor an adjustable tree for a horse that is growing and developing.
A single saddle will not necessarily accommodate different horses by simply adjusting the tree width. Other factors, for example whether the horse's back is curvy or straight, also contribute to saddle fit.
10. How can I tell if my saddle needs to be reflocked?
ALL wool stuffed saddles require reflocking annually as the stuffing settles. Like in bed pillows, the stuffing in saddle panels moves, compresses, and yields to continuous pressure. Reflocking the panels restores balance, symmetry, proper fit, and comfort for horse and rider.
The saddle falling to one side may be the result of uneven flocking.
The rider tilting forward may be the result of compression of the flocking in the front of the panels.
The rider tilting backward may be the result of compression of the flocking in the rear of the panels.
Looking at the underside of the saddle, you should be able to run the palm of your hand evenly down each panel that sits against the horse and not fall into any hollows.
11. Who should reflock my saddle?
Your saddle should be reflocked only by a professional saddle fitter who is trained and skilled in reflocking.
12. What should I do if my saddle needs to be reflocked and there are no saddle company representatives or professional saddle fitters in my area?
Set up a saddle fitting clinic in your area. Click here for more information.
You can send your saddle along with a wither tracing to a professional saddle fitter, but the results will never be as accurate as having an in-person consultation with a saddle fitter.
You can send your saddle to the saddle manufacturer or to a professional saddle fitter to have it reflocked back to factory standards.


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Q: SQL Server, DATEDIFF error, formatting of date fields? I have an error on my datediff statement.  Comment out the datediff & the 'Nothing clicked' bit works fine.  I think it's related to the format of the date variables.
error message..
Msg 245, Level 16, State 1, Line 2
Conversion failed when converting the varchar value 'Nothing clicked' to data type int.
select

case
when stVs.DateLastAction is null then 'Nothing clicked'
else DATEDIFF(MI,StVs.DateSessionStarted,stVs.DateLastAction)
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select
case
when stVs.DateLastAction is null then 'Nothing clicked'
else CONVERT(varchar(30),DATEDIFF(MI,StVs.DateSessionStarted,stVs.DateLastAction))
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end as test

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TSQL is having a hard time resolving if the test result set column is numeric or string.
A CASE expression can only return one datatype.  It cannot return both a numeric and string data type. In the OP's case, it is deciding on a numeric data type, and then it processes more rows, and finds that it needs to be a string, and it fails.  See Data type precedence.

A: The problem here are different datatypes in the CASE expression. Add a CAST and everything should work:
select

case
when stVs.DateLastAction is null then 'Nothing clicked'
else CAST(DATEDIFF(MI,StVs.DateSessionStarted,stVs.DateLastAction) AS varchar)
end as test

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Another option would be to return NULL instead of the message and let the application handle that case.

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The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has charged oil and gas firms to prioritise local production of aviation fuel (Jet A1) in line with the Nigerian Content Development initiative of the Federal Government.
Managing Director of NAMA, Capt. Fola Akinkuotu, said the call became imperative given the high cost of aviation fuel, which gulps over 30 per cent of operational cost of airlines in Nigeria.
Akinkuotu, who was a guest speaker at the yearly Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) forum, organised by PSRG-Richardson Oil and Gas, in Lagos, said apart from the cost, the supply of the product is sometimes epileptic, resulting in flight disruptions.
He stressed that the production of Jet A1 in Nigeria would regularise supply, bring about reduced cost, which would also translate into lower air fares by airlines.
On the state of air safety in Nigeria, Akinkuotu said the recent pronouncement by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that Nigeria's air carriers' operations are in compliance with the International Civil Aviation Organisation's (ICAO) standards, is good news that rekindles hope in the sector.


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All not lost
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WELLINGTON – West Indies coach Ottis Gibson believes his team will fare better at home against Ireland and England under familiar conditions after disappointing tours to India and New Zealand.
England will play three Twenty20s, as well as three One-Day Internationals, in Antigua and Barbados from late February into March.
Ireland will take on West Indies in a limited-overs series – two T20s and an ODI – in March following their involvement in the Super50 competition.
"I don't think all is lost. We are missing a lot of key players and there are players who will come in and strengthen us in the next couple of weeks," Gibson said.


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NEW MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS
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In an effort to better educate potential members about the Exchange Club of Rome, and thus help them to make a more informed decision in seeking membership in the Club, the board of directors approved a new membership application procedure, effective January 1, 2014. The major changes include:A requirement for the prospective member to attend at least three meetings (excluding business meetings) before submitting an applicationMandatory attendance at a new member orientation prior to being added to the National roster
New requirement for the sponsor to complete a short questionnaire describing why he or she thinks the applicant would be an asset to the club and expressing willingness to truly mentor the new member
The current application is under revision to accommodate the new requirements, including the sponsor portion, and will be available no later than the end of January.
Following is an outline of the process:
Prospective members must attend a minimum of three meetings before submitting an application.
New members will submit an application for membership to the board of directors. Sponsors will be required to complete a brief questionnaire attesting to their relationship to the prospective members, and their commitment to mentoring the prospects to ensure that they become engaged, active members. An application fee of $50 will also be required.
If the application is approved by the board it will be read at the next business meeting. If there is no written objection from any Exchange member within seven days the member will be inducted at the next business meeting.
Mandatory new member orientations will be conducted during the business meetings in February, April, June, August, October, and December after the new member inductions. They will be conducted by the immediate past president, president elect, and representatives from the Family Resource Center and the Coosa Valley Fair.
After a new member has attended the new member orientation his or her name will be submitted to National Exchange Club for full membership, and a new member packet will be mailed to him or her directly from National. At this time the new member will be billed for the current quarter's dues on a pro-rated basis.
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Home Celebrities How Becky Stanley's Father Charles Stanley Is Her Primary Source Of Comfort
How Becky Stanley's Father Charles Stanley Is Her Primary Source Of Comfort
Becky Stanley admires her father, Dr. Charles Stanley, most for his modesty and love of God. Her father is the inspiration.
But more importantly, what has her father done for her? What is Becky's reason for admiring him? Let's find out…
Who is Dr. Charles Stanley?
Dr. Charles Stanley is the renowned pastor emeritus of First Baptist Church in Georgia. In addition, he served as Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church for more than five decades.
A pastor from Atlanta, Georgia, he is also a televangelist, theologian, and author. Stanley is also the creator and director of In Touch Ministries, a television ministry that broadcasts his writings and sermons.
Charles has also served as President of the Southern Baptist Convention. Dr. Charles is currently single. He was married to Ann Johnson Stanley from 1958 until their divorce in 2000.
Children of Charles and Anna Stanley
Becky Stanley and Andy Stanley are his two joint children. Becky Stanley is the only daughter of Anna and Charles Stanley and the younger of their two children. Although her father is a well-known pastor, her late mother, Anna, was also a Bible teacher and singer.
Andy Stanley, Becky's older brother, followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a preacher like his father, which was always his dream. He founded North Point Ministries, a non-denominational evangelical church based in Atlanta.
Rebecca L. Stanley aka Becky Stanley
Rebecca L. Stanley, better known as Becky Stanley, was born on June 9, 1961. She was born in Atlanta and graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism. Becky and her family currently live in Dallas, Texas.
Becky Stanley has been working as a sales associate at Allie Beth Allman & Associates, a real estate agency, since November 2017. In addition, Becky has worked for various companies as a customer service representative, strategy manager, and planner.
Becky also enjoys attending and helping at church services. She has been interested in charitable events since she was the child of a religious preacher.
Her memories of her late mother, Anne Stanley.
Becky, the couple's daughter, has written a little memoir about her mum, who I assume was her second favorite parent. Anne's "kind hospitality, her instinct to include people others might overlook, and her relentless enthusiasm to share Christ with anyone who would listen," she wrote.
Anne Stanley was so friendly and loved to invite people to dinner. She hosted many dinners where questionable topics such as politics and religion were discussed.
Although her knowledge of the Bible was equal to her husband's and her memorization was impeccable, she could find the most unlikely passage to support any of her claims.
How Becky's Father Is Her Primary Source Of Comfort
Becky Stanley maintains a close relationship with her father, Charles Stanley. She also learned to pray and trust God from her father, Charles Stanley, when she was young. She spent most of her childhood with her parents and other family members when she was very young.
Becky spoke about her past and her father's influence on her and her children's lives in an interview with The Christian Post in 2013. Becky said that she and her father are still connected because he is their best friend.
The Stanleys also went camping regularly. She also vividly recalled weekends the family spent making hamburgers in their backyard and watching movies as a family.
Becky also mentioned how her father instilled in her a respect for God and the basic principles of the Christian faith. Despite his importance, Becky described her father as a humble man who was deeply committed to God.
In addition, Becky praised her father for the way he treated his children. Charles admits that he gets on well with his grandchildren. He also passes on his knowledge, beliefs, and ideals to his grandchildren.
Becky Stanley's children have a close relationship with their grandfather, Charles Stanley, whom they call 'Jip'. Charles insists on being called "Grandma", but Becky's eldest son, John, cannot. He first recognized her as Gypsy, and that's the way it stayed.
As Becky's children have grown older, her father Charles has been a great source of advice and support. Charles also loves all his grandchildren.
She always calls him and continues to contact him about various parenting issues, which he quietly looks at and prays with on several occasions over the phone.
As Becky Stanley grew up, she learned to set goals and achieve them with God's help. Becky also discovered that she still has a stack of cards with Bible verses and aspirations written on them.
Becky Stanley's Net Worth
She earns money from her work as a real estate agent. Stanley has accumulated a substantial income as a result of her career and is likely to live a luxurious lifestyle with her family.
Unfortunately, her net worth and professional income are still a secret. Therefore, as of 2021, her net worth is unknown.
Is Becky Stanley Married?
Becky Stanley is not single, she is married. She tied the knot with her lover John Broderson in a small wedding ceremony at which she was supported by his father. Dr. Charles Stanley accompanied her to the altar and then performed the ceremony for his daughter.
In addition, she and her husband, John Brodersen, are quite a in love and have been married for over twenty years. The couple began their relationship in Atlanta and eventually moved to the West Coast.
After a few years of marriage, the couple decided to make their home in Dallas, Texas. During their twenty-year partnership, the couple has had three children.
Jonathan Brodersen junior, the eldest child, is now 30 years old. Their youngest son, Matthew Brodersen, is only 27 years old and, finally, their second daughter, Annie Brodersen, is 29 years old.


To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the famous Peanuts comic strip, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman made a Road Trip at Home visit to the Charles M. Schulz Museum in Santa Rosa, Calif.
Today could be one of the best days ever to visit Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California. It's the 60th anniversary of the famous comic strip, and what better way could there be to celebrate such an event than to take in what is surely the most complete and well-rounded collection of archival material from the six decades of the strip.
There may well be no better place on the planet to get your fill of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the rest of the gang.


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BSA - Upcoming Changes and Challenges - WST
As Americans we often see the United States as the constant leader on a global scale - be it in athletic competitions, industry, military strength, or just good ol' American ingenuity. However, the United States has consistently received a failing grade regarding certain aspects of its standards for combatting money laundering and terrorist financing. As a matter of essential national security, Congress has recently committed to strengthening U.S. anti-money laundering/terrorist financing practices as a top priority.
Enter the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) passed by Congress earlier this year and enacted into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act 2021. The CTA establishes a new framework related to beneficial ownership reporting, maintenance, and disclosure at a national level. FinCEN has until January 1, 2022 to promulgate associated regulations and, as a result, published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) in the Federal Register on April 5, 2021. The ANPRM seeks input from industry stakeholders, including financial institutions, regarding these upcoming changes.
So, exactly what does this mean for your institution? Several things, but first and foremost, it means changes are coming. However, like all other regulatory-related changes, it won't be immediate. To begin with, consider whether your institution would like to respond to the ANPRM - there are 48 questions and you have until May 5, 2021, to respond. Answer one or answer all! Second, understand the role you play in all of this. Just because the CTA and subsequent regulations are considered "compliance", it doesn't mean other areas within your institution won't be impacted - including front line personnel who gather customer due diligence information at account opening and IT staff who ensure secure transmission of information between FinCEN and the financial institution.
For more information on the ANPRM, visit the April 5, 2021 Federal Register or access this link: https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2021-04-05/pdf/2021-06922.pdf.
Authored by: Joann Lang, CIA, CAMS, CCPB


When you've got a PC completely infected with viruses, sometimes it's best to reboot into a rescue disc and run a full virus scan from there. Here's how to use the Avira Rescue CD to clean an infected PC.
Otherwise, keep reading for how it all works with Avira, a well-respected anti-virus solution.
The first thing you'll need to do is head over to the Avira site and download the latest version of their rescue CD—there are .exe and .ISO versions of the rescue CD available.
If you download the .exe version of the Rescue CD, you can actually use it to directly burn the image to a disk without any other software required. Just download, open it up, and then stick a disc into the drive.
If you have any problems with the integrated burning application, you can download the ISO instead and then use an application to burn that ISO image file to an optical disc—we prefer using ImgBurn, but there's plenty of ways to burn an ISO to a disc.
Once you've rebooted and put the CD in the drive, you'll see a menu that lets you boot from the rescue system, or boot from the drive. If you don't select anything, it'll automatically boot into the rescue CD.
The first thing you'll want to do is switch to the Update tab, and then choose Yes to apply the latest updates.
Now switch back over to the Virus scanner tab and click the Start Scanner button—it'll take a long time, but it should clean up your PC.
It's as simple as that. Enjoy your virus-free PC.


Just like any other product, not all baseball gloves are made the same. Which is why we are happy to give you our list of the best baseball gloves for 2019.
In order to provide you with this list, we have pain stinkingly crawled the internet looking at all the various sites that not only sell baseball gloves, but allow verified buyers of the gloves to leaves reviews. In order to create our list of the best baseball gloves for 2019, we created an aggregate of these reviews in order to reach our top ten.
The Wilson A2000 is simply one of the best baseball gloves on the market. And, because of this, you will pay the price for it … it can be yours for the price of roughly $260.
That being said, though: it is totally worth the money. The review for the gloves speak for themselves.
This glove will last years. His hand will likely outgrow it before it wears out. Once you buy it, go to Wilson's site and follow Shigeaki Aso's method for breaking it in. Don't use heavy oils or dunk it in water. Continually work it like he does and simply catch with it. It's worth every penny.
To put it simply: the Wilson A200 is one of – if not the – best baseball gloves that money can buy. But, we understand that not everybody is willing to spend that kind of money on a glove, so our next pick is a glove that is nearly on par with the Wilson A200 but comes in a little bit lower in the price tag area.
There is a reason that Wilson resides in the top two sports of our best baseball gloves list: it is because they produce the finest baseball gloves money can buy.
And, thankfully, the Wilson A900 is a bit cheaper than the Wilson A2000.
Very nice glove. The leather quality is a big step up from the A500 series. As far as I can tell the leather is similar to the A1000s. Both will have a much faster break-in than A2000. Similar to Rawlings Gamer series or Mizuno MVP Prime Future.
Bill brings up an excellent point about the Wilson A900. It maintains a superior quality of leather, but not so high-end that it is actually an issue like you see with the Wilson A2000.
If you are looking for an outstanding gloves that does not require long, tedious hours of breaking in, then the Wilson A900 is for you.
Priced at an accessible $49.95, the Rawlings Player Preferred glove is just one in a line of outstanding gloves produce by Rawlings (in the same line, Rawlings also produces the Pro-Preferred Series, Select Pro-Lite Series, Gamer Series, Mark of a Pro Light Series, and the Renegade Series).
Despite all of those options, the Player Preferred model makes our list of this year's best baseball gloves for a couple of reasons.
First, unlike higher priced options, the Rawlings Player Preferred glove comes with a break-in ratio of 80%-to-20%. That means that the factory has broken the glove in 80% of the way, leaving you with the remaining 20% to perfect the glove's feel to your liking.
Second, it comes shipped with quality full-grain, pre-oiled leather which both permits you to do a quicker break in, but to do it cheaply as well since you do not have to purchase your own oil to do so.
The Rawlings Player Preferred model comes in several variations, including infield, pitcher, outfield, first base, and catcher …. or, in other words, it covers every position on the field. It is a versatile glove that provides a cheap entry into higher-end glove models. It really does meet the best of both worlds.
Very good glove for the price. I purchased this (actually two) as gifts. Since I had purchased other baseball gloves recently I have a good idea of what is available in this price range. These are well build and a very good quality-fit with the competition.
At an extremely reasonable $99.95, the Rawlings Gamer XLE series glove provide an excellent overall experience. With a modified trap-eze and basket, the Gamer XLE series is an outstanding step up from the aforementioned Player Preferred series if you are looking for something a little more high end.
However, compared to its companion in the Player Preferred series, this glove has a break in ratio of 70%-to-30%, meaning you will need to put in a little more work to get it field ready.
That being said, the glove is constructed using Tennessee tanning rawhide leather laces that give it both outstanding durability and strength … but items you should be looking for if you are dropping roughly $100 on a baseball glove.
Needed a new glove for softball but did not want to break the bank. This worked out great and I am very pleased!
When most people think about the best baseball gloves on the market, they typically tend to think of Rawlings and Wilson.
And that makes sense, since both companies produce – arguably – the finest baseball gloves year in and year out.
But you wouldn't be during your search for a new baseball glove justice if you did not give the Mizuno Classic Pro some serious consideration.
Mizuno constructed the Classic Pro with throwback leather which enables the glove to maintain its shapes and feel over an extended period of time. Moreover, it comes pre-oiled which, like the gloves above, limited the amount of breaking in that you have to do so that you can get it on the field sooner.
But, for a glove that some are arguing is as good as any Wilson or Rawling, you will be paying considerably less. Right now, the Mizuno Classic Pro is listed for $139.95.
In fact, some of the reviews on Amazon are saying that longtime users of the Wilson A2000, as listed above, are officially switching to Mizuno after using it for the first time.
I have used Wilson A2000 for 40 years and this mitt is very comparable in feel and quality. Buy with confidence. This mitt is outstanding. I have coached for more than 30 years and there is no need to have more mitt than this one… Great job Mizuno.
And, as Scott from Texas mentioned, despite the leather being stiff and needing broken in, it is an outstanding glove that can go toe-to-toe with the "big boys" of baseball gloves in 2019.
Very nice glove. The leather is very stiff, but great quality and should last a long time once broken in.
The options really expand once you get out of the top 5 best baseball gloves for 2019.
For example, if you are not interested in a high-end baseball glove but would prefer a much cheaper one that still provides high-quality action, then look no further than the Franklin Sports Master Series.
It may not be the prettiest looking glove, but it certainly doesn't break the bank at only $10.15.
Amazing value for money! I'm just an old dude who enjoys knocking the ball around with the neighborhood kids,but I had some great gloves growing up.Couple years ago ,I purchased a big name brand,somewhat expensive glove.It was the right size but I just never bonded with it.Gave it to Goodwill.I bought this for the cool,great,pure idea that it was made using no leather.I have no problem cutting those cows a break.Bottom line, this is an amazingly good glove for an amazing price.Somewhat shocked.
While most known for their baseball bats, Louisville Slugger also makes a quality baseball glove in the Genesis line. It currently costs a reasonable $34.00, so it is a nice medium between high-priced competitive baseball gloves and low-end, but still serviceable gloves, like the Franklin.
Made from buffalo leather, the glove maintains a traditional feel while also being relatively game ready off of the shelve – meaning there will be very little need to do a breaking in of the glove.
Short of the laces sometimes coming untied, as mentioned in the below review, Louisville Slugger constructed a high-quality glove that is worthy of being included as one of the best baseball gloves of 2019.
We love this mit and get every time we need to size up. I have heard they run a little small, and i'm Not sure on that. But this mit already feels broken in when you get it. And with a little oil glove treatment, it like Velcro for the ball. We didn't even do any treatment on this one and it was ready to go!! I do notice that the laces sometimes come untied on this after some time. But I will take that trade for the quality.
It is difficult to give a hard-and-true answer to what baseball glove is going to be the best for you.
Are you an amateur playing on the weekends with your buddies in a keg league? Or are you a more competitive player?
Moreover, what do you desire more out of your baseball glove? Ultimately capability, or the need to break it in as little as possible when you purchase it off the shelve?
The above gloves provide you all those options. The Wilson A2000, for example, is a baseball glove best used by those playing in super competitive leagues that are looking for every little advantage.
On the other hand, the Franklin Sports Master Series is more suitable for a person playing in a keg league that is less likely to be taking the whole thing too seriously.
The best baseball glove for you really depends on what you are looking to get out of it.
And, because of that, the above list – while not exhaustive – is certainly inclusive enough to provide you all the possible options to fit your needs.


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A white-winged black tyrant (Knipolegus aterrimus aterrimus) at at Museo De Historia Natural Alcide d'Orbigny, a natural history museum and rare amphibian breeding center in Chocabamba Bolivia.
Two Ute Indian girls on a horse at sunset in Ouray, Utah.
Wildlife spotter and guide in the rear-view mirror of his vehicle on the Rio Negro ranch in Brazil.
A volunteer collects seeds from wildflowers and native grasses to plant. Since they were never farmed, old graveyards are prime locations for finding the original tallgrass that has virtually disappeared elsewhere on the Great Plains.
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The living room of a native American family in the Pacific Northwest shows images of past and present realities of this salmon-centered culture.
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Workers from Southern Native Plants out of Milton, Florida planting sea oats (Uniola paniculata) on a newly created sand dune to protect Dauphin Island, Alabama from the deep water horizon oil spill.
Workers from Southern Native Plants out of Milton, Florida are planting sea oats (Uniola paniculata) in sand dunes on Dauphin Island, Alabama.
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Volunteers collect native prairie seed from the Polk City (IA) cemetery to restore the nearby Walnut Creek NWR. The cemetery is one of the few remaining stands of virgin prairie in Iowa.
Pantanieros (cowboys) in Brazil's Pantanal.
An Alaska native boy in Kaktovik.
Alaska native girls attend a youth summer camp in Kaktovik.
A young man holds a Beriba fruit cultivated in the Brazilian Amazon.
A smiling woman from St. Lucia
A man from St. Lucia in the Caribbean poses leisurely outside his home.
A man from St. Lucia in the Caribbean poses in front of vibrant red flowers.
A woman sells flowers at a local market in St. Lucia in the Caribbean.
A yellow anaconda held by natives of the Pantanal.
The effects of global warming and climate change are shown through early melting of sea ice and diminishing glaciers.
The historic Sheridan Inn where the 'Battle of the Rosebud' mural hangs in the Inn's restaurant in Sheridan, Wyoming. The mural is painted by Bernard Thomas and shows the battle of Native Americans against General George Crook in 1876. The natives won this battle and then defeated Custer just eight days later at Little Big Horn. This battle field is a huge part of native history and yet it is slated to be drilled for gas shortly.
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Mountain madtoms (Noturus eleutherus) at Conservation Fisheries, a native stream fish breeding center in Knoxville. This fish is common and widespread in the southeastern U.S.
A road cuts through the Badger-Two Medicine Area (held by the Blackfeet tribe) in Montana. The area is sacred to the tribe but coal bed methane drilling has begun on the land.


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The Nader factor
Check out this article! https://www.salon.com/2004/07/14/nader_factor_2/
Stephen W. Stromberg
July 14, 2004 11:06PM (UTC)
The gaggle of ex-primary campaign managers at the The Nader Factor is taking the ballot-access battle to the airwaves with a new ad. The radio spot criticizes Nader for accepting support, including direct campaign donations, from Republicans and conservative groups, tainting his push to become a progressive presidential candidate. Nader remains defiant in the face of the mounting criticism, but the new ad did pass the FactCheck.org test, indicating it's a fair swipe at the independent presidential hopeful. From FactCheck's writeup: "Naderfactor.com -- an anti-Nader group staffed by former Dean, Clark, and Gephardt campaigners -- released a new radio ad July 13 saying Nader is getting help from Republicans in three key states in hopes of stripping votes away from Kerry.
"It says, 'The same right-wing Republicans that are anti-choice and anti-environment are suddenly pro-Nader.'
"The ad's use of the terms 'right wing' (which it uses six times) and 'extremist' (used twice) are debatable, as is the term 'anti-environment.' But it is well documented that some Republican-leaning groups have worked for Nader, and that a few wealthy Republican donors have given money to the Nader campaign." Nader resents the focus on his strange bedfellows, but the scrutiny is legitimate and raises questions about what, exactly, he hopes to achieve in this election.
Stephen W. Stromberg is a former editorial fellow at Salon.
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On Saturday 25th May, Defected In The House hosted their own stage at We Are FSTVL in Upminster Essex. Even a technical hitch which resulted in our tent deflating couldn't halt the party atmosphere, so as you'll see we up sticks and carried on in a neighbouring tent. We wanted to thank you all for your support, keeping the party vibe alive, making the event a massive success and one of which we are extremely proud.
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UK's wider Covid-19 death toll passes 175,000
January 11 2022, 11.11am
A volunteer adds hearts to the Covid memorial wall in Westminster, central London (Dominic Lipinski/PA)
More than 175,000 people in the UK have had Covid-19 recorded on their death certificate since the pandemic began, new figures show.
It comes just days after the Government's preferred death toll, which counts only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive, reached 150,000.
A total of 176,035 deaths involving coronavirus have now been registered in the UK, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
This includes all instances where Covid-19 has been mentioned on someone's death certificate, either as a main cause of death or a contributory factor.
The ONS figures provide the fullest picture so far of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the population.
The 175,000 total was passed on December 20 2021, but has only now been confirmed due to the time it takes for deaths to be registered.
8,477 deaths were registered in England and Wales, week ending 31 Dec 2021 (Week 52).
This was▪4,536 fewer than week 51▪523(6.6%) more deaths than the five-year average
Death registrations were affected by Christmas and Boxing Day Bank Holidays https://t.co/XkYL1F9ye2 pic.twitter.com/xvvC2uBCPo
— Office for National Statistics (ONS) (@ONS) January 11, 2022
Because the Government's narrower count is limited to people who died within 28 days of a positive test, it is likely to have missed a number of deaths linked to coronavirus – particularly during the first wave of the virus in spring 2020, when only a small amount of people were being tested for Covid-19, mostly in hospitals and care homes.
It is almost two years since the UK's first known death involving coronavirus.
Peter Attwood, 84, from Chatham in Kent, died in hospital on January 30 2020 – though Covid-19 was not formally recorded on his death certificate until the end of August that year.
The cumulative number of deaths involving coronavirus passed 50,000 on May 22 2020, reached 100,000 on January 6 2021 and 150,000 on March 8 2021.
By contrast, the number of deaths based on the narrower count did not reach 50,000 until November 7 2020, passed 100,000 on January 22 2021 and only reached 150,000 on January 6 this year – around 10 months after the equivalent figure for the wider death count.
These figures are based on when deaths actually occurred, not when they were reported.
Around nine in 10 deaths with Covid-19 on the death certificate have coronavirus as the primary cause of death, with a minority listing the virus as a contributory factor.
Analysis of the ONS data by the PA news agency shows that:
– The highest number of deaths involving Covid-19 to occur on a single day was 1,485, on January 19 2021.
– During the first wave of the virus, the daily toll peaked at 1,461 on April 8 2020.
– A total of 94,998 deaths involving Covid-19 took place in the UK in 2020, compared with 81,037 in 2021 – though this figure will rise once all deaths that occurred at the end of last year have been registered.
– There were 57,896 deaths in the first wave (up to August 31 2020), 96,022 in the second wave (September 1 2020 to May 22 2021) and 22,117 so far in the third wave (from May 23 2021). These calculations are based on the dates used by the ONS for categorising the first, second and third waves.
Separate figures published by the ONS on Tuesday showed that 582 deaths registered in England and Wales in the week ending December 31 mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate.
This is down 32% on the previous week, but the ONS said the number was affected by the bank holidays on December 27 and 28, when register offices were likely to be closed.
Around one in 14 (6.9%) of all deaths registered in England and Wales in the week to December 31 mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate.
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Daily Covid-19 cases in Scotland drop from 12,000 to 6,000 in a week, data shows
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Q: Binary to String in JavaScript I have created a JavaScript program to convert a string into binary.
Input: StackOverflow
Output: 1010011 1110100 1100001 1100011 1101011
1001111 1110110 1100101 1110010 1100110
1101100 1101111 1110111

Now I want to convert that binary back into a string like below. Is there any possible way of doing this?
Input: 1010011 1110100 1100001 1100011 1101011
1001111 1110110 1100101 1110010 1100110
1101100 1101111 1110111

Output StackOverflow

Thanks

A: Use String.fromCharCode() and parseInt( , 2) like this:

const binary = `1010011 1110100 1100001 1100011 1101011
1001111 1110110 1100101 1110010 1100110
1101100 1101111 1110111`;

const outputStr = binary
  // split string into an array of base 2 (binary) UTF-16 chars
  .split(' ')
  // map every binary char to a UTF-16 number of base 10
  // and then get the string representation of that UTF-16 number
  .map(bin => String.fromCharCode(parseInt(bin, 2)))
  // join the array back to a single string
  .join('');

console.log(outputStr);

*

*String.fromCharCode(number) will return a String from a UTF-16 char code

*parseInt(binary , 2) will transform a base 2 number string into a base 10 number

Edit:
As the String.fromCharCode() function accepts multiple chars as parameters, you could also use the Spread Operator (...) like so:

const binary = `1010011 1110100 1100001 1100011 1101011
1001111 1110110 1100101 1110010 1100110
1101100 1101111 1110111`;

const outputStr = String.fromCharCode(
  ...binary.split(' ').map(bin => parseInt(bin, 2))
)

console.log(outputStr);

Edit 2:
As this answer gets more traffic over time, I am going to also add the solution to do it the other way around too ... just in case:

const str = `StackOverflow`;

const outputStr = str.split('') // split in single chars
  .map(c => c.charCodeAt(0) // get the UTF-16 code (10 base)
             .toString(2)) // transform it back to a string (2 base)
  .join(' ') // make single string from array

console.log(outputStr);

A:

str ="01000001 01110010 01100101 01101110 00100111 01110100 00100000 01100010 01101111 01101110 01100110 01101001 01110010 01100101 01110011 00100000 01100110 01110101 01101110 00100001 00111111"

function binaryAgent(str) {
      return str.split(' ').map(letter=>String.fromCharCode(parseInt(letter, 2))).join('')

}

console.log(binaryAgent(str))

*

*First we use the .split() method to convert the string to array using the ' '(space character)

*After that we use the .map() high-order loop method to iterate through each binary-code-letter

*For each binary-code-letter we use String.fromCharCode() on parseInt('each letter',2)=> which converts the binary string to a number. The second argument "2" of the parseInt method which is called(radix) is to define which numeral system we want to use.

*Finally we can join the manipulated array back together calling the join('') method but this time we don't use a space between
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A:

const binary = `1010011 1110100 1100001 1100011 1101011
1001111 1110110 1100101 1110010 1100110
1101100 1101111 1110111`;

const inputStr = binary.split(' ');
const output = [];
inputStr.forEach(item => {output.push(String.fromCharCode(parseInt(item, 2)))});
console.log(output.join(''));


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De Braziliaanse palmgierzwaluw (Tachornis squamata) is een vogel uit de familie Apodidae (gierzwaluwen).

Verspreiding en leefgebied
Deze soort komt voor van Colombia, Venezuela, de Guiana's en Trinidad zuidelijk tot noordoostelijk Peru en Brazilië en telt twee ondersoorten:
 T. s. squamata: van Trinidad en de Guianas tot het Amazonebekken en oostelijk Brazilië.
 T. s. semota: van oostelijk Ecuador en noordoostelijk Peru via oostelijk Colombia en noordwestelijk Brazilië tot zuidelijk en oostelijk Venezuela.

Externe link
Avibase

Gierzwaluwen
Dier uit het Neotropisch gebied
IUCN-status niet bedreigd

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


(20:43)Racing Winnebago announced the sale of a player.
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(18:07)Saddhus are now on the road for their international friendly match.
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We are proud to announce that this Nov 28th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 48 Beach Drive in Oceanfront Lands in the Oliver's Landing neighborhood, Furry Creek . This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Town Home for sale in beautiful Oliver's Landing.
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About Alaska Air Group, Inc.
Alaska Air Group is a holding company. Co.'s Alaska Airlines, Inc. (Alaska) and Virgin America Inc. subsidiaries operate fleets of passenger jets (mainline operations). Alaska also contracts with Co.'s Horizon Air Industries, Inc (Horizon) subsidiary, SkyWest Airlines, Inc. and Peninsula Airways, Inc. for regional capacity. Horizon operates a fleet of turboprop aircraft and sells its capacity to Alaska under a capacity purchase arrangement. Co.'s mainline operations provide passenger service from the western U.S. throughout the contiguous U.S., Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico and Costa Rica; and regional operations carry passengers primarily in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California. We show 39 historical shares outstanding datapoints in our coverage of ALK's shares outstanding history.
Understanding the changing numbers of ALK shares outstanding — and comprehending the concept of differing number of shares outstanding in general comparing companies like ALK versus peers — is critical for investors. Many "beginner" or "novice" investors will look at one stock trading at a price of $10 per share and another trading at a price of $20 per share and think the latter company is worth twice as much. Of course, that is a completely meaningless comparison without also knowing how many shares outstanding there are for each of the two companies. Furthermore, via issuance of new shares over time, or the repurchase of existing shares, the number of shares outstanding can fluctuate over the course of history. With this page we aim to empower investors researching ALK by allowing them to research ALK shares outstanding history as well as any other stock in our coverage universe.


My name is Anne Schmidt and I am in the middle of my last year of PhD. If I would have to describe my PhD with a famous people it would be Christoph Kolumbus. Why? The first reason has nothing to do with the science. I am originally from Germany, but do my PhD here in Belfast at QUILL (Queen's University Ionic Liquid Laboratory). This PhD is in cooperation with UMICORE a company placed in Belgium and I have to go there quite often to do some specific experiment. Such I am ending up to spend 1/3 in Belgium and 2/3 in Belfast. That is great. I am able to get to know both cultures a little bit more. Additionally I am traveling to conferences (e.g. in Toronto) and I am meeting people from all over the world. My friends are now German, Italian, Spanish, Indian, … – at the moment I am living EU.
Second reason is my actual PhD, the cleaning of gas streams from metals using ionic liquids. Even there was some work done with other compounds, like activates carbon, or extraction from a water solution was studied already, nothing relating to my aim. However, ionic liquids are a quite new group of chemical compounds with a wide variety. It is assumed that up to 1,000,000,000,000,000,000 different ionic liquids are possible. That is a 1 with a lot of 0 isn't it? So you can imagine me sitting somewhere at the ocean in a small boat looking for a needle in a haystack. However, each time I see a bird on the horizon, I have my small happy moment, knowing somewhere has to be at least an island. To discover these islands is always exciting and surprising. However, often I have to leave the island before knowing it inside out, because my aim are not the islands, it is America.
Probably the most exciting side of the PhD for me is to supervise a Bachelor, Master or summer (often students from other Universities doing an internship of 4-12 weeks) students.For me it is great to see what is possible with ionic liquids and these students starting to row their own little boat in the middle of the ocean. In case of my career, there is still a very long way to go till America, but I still feel excited and cannot wait to meet another boat or the next island. Maybe one day I will stay there. Maybe I will finally get to America. Anyway I learned that the most important things in science are: 1. Being creative, 2. Be open for unexpected, 3. Enjoy the small things, 4. Stay motivated, 5. Keep going. – Where is the butterfly?
Catch Anne on her Soapbox this saturday June 20th 2-5pm in Belfast, where she will be talking about "onic liquids and its applications: Selective removal of metals".
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Indian history dates back to 3000 BC. Excavations in Punjab and Gujarat reveal that the Indus Valley civilisation was a highly developed urban civilisation. In fact the two cities of Harappa and Mohenjodaro, situated on two sides of the river Ravi , are known to have been built on a similar plan. But that only meant a new wave of urbanisation was taking place along the Ganges around 1500 BC. This has been recorded in the Rig Veda - the earliest known literary source composed in this period that sheds light on India 's past.
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By 6th century BC, the Magadh rulers dominated the Northern plains. It was also the time when new thinking emerged in the form of Buddhism and Jainism to challenge Hindu orthodoxy. The Magadh rule was followed by the rule of Chandragupta Maurya (322-298 B.C.), one of India 's greatest emperors. The Mauryan reign peaked under the reign of Ashoka the Great who extended his empire from the Kashmir and Peshawar in the North to Mysore in the South and Orissa in the East. Not only was Ashoka a great ruler, he was one of the most successful propagators of Buddhism in the country. After Ashoka's death in 232 B.C. the empire began to disintegrate and the country was repeatedly raided and plundered by foreign invaders, leaving India disunited and weak for the next 400 years. Stability returned with the reign of Chandra Gupta I (380-412 A.D.). His rule is considered the golden period in Indian history when art and culture flourished and the country prospered.Check out our recommended travel packages.
Unlike the North of India, foreign invasions had little impact on life in South India which also saw the rise and decline of many empires. These included the Cholas whose rule extended to Sri Lanka and South East Asia , the Pandyas, the Cheras, the Pallavas and the Chalukyas. Under the various rulers, arts and craft in the South also saw the emergence of various styles of architecture and some of the grandest architectural accomplishments in the South - the most famous being the exquisitely crafted Chola bronzes. These were followed by the Hoysala and the Vijaynagar empires - among the greatest Hindu empires.
The Muslim Invasions
The first Muslim invasions of the country started with the Mahmud of Gazni, who plundered the sub-continent for its riches between 1001 and 1025. Later Mohamed Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan, the Tomar ruler of Delhi and left it in charge of his deputy, Qutub-ud-din, the man who built the QutubMinar in Delhi . His rule was followed by that of the Khilji, Tughlaq, Sayyid and Lodi dynasties. Known as the Sultanate of Delhi, it was during this period that the Muslim rulers introduced Islamic concepts of society and governance to most of the sub-continent, though the South remained largely untouched.
In 1525, Babur, a descendant of Timur, as well as Genghis Khan invaded Punjab and eventually founded the Mughal empire in India . His rule was followed by that of his son Humayun. Humayun was ousted by Afghan chieftain Sher Shah but resumed power after Sher Shah's death. Sher Shah is, however, remembered as the one to build the Grand Trunk road spanning from Peshawar to Patna .Humayun's reign was followed up by his son Akbar who actually consolidated power and extended the empire across North India and parts of South India . One of India 's wisest rulers and most able administrators, Akbar's reign is considered to be one of the best the country has known. Akbar was succeeded by Jahangir, followed by his son Shah Jahan - best known as the builder of the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid. Shah Jahan's reign was followed by Aurangzeb's. The death of Aurangzeb saw the decline of the Mughal rule in India.
Over the centuries India had always been attractive to traders, and one of the first Europeans to come to India was the Portuguese trader Vasco da Gama who landed at Calicut , sailing via the Cape of Good Hope in 1498. The Portuguese established their colony in Goa in the 16th Century but they did not expand it though their rule continued till 1961. Vasco da Gama was followed by the French, the Dutch and the English, all of whom were lured by the commercial interests that India offered. By the last quarter of the 18th century the English established themselves as the dominant power in India and they set about making revolutionary changes in the social, political and the economic life of the country.
Towards Independence
The disintegration of the Mughal empire, fighting among the Maratha rulers and inability of the various rulers across the country to unite against a common enemy saw the British consolidate their position in the country. However, the 19th century saw a revival of national pride and social reform and the Indians began to tire of the suppressive British rule. Things reached a flash point in the second half of the 19th century when the first war of independence in 1857 broke out in Meerut . It was sparked off by the introduction of a new rifle and cartridge by the British in the Army. The cartridges which soldiers had to bite off, allegedly contained pork and beef tallow, which offended the religious sentiments of both Hindus and Muslims. The soldiers rebelled, reached Delhi and proclaimed Bahadurshah Zafar the sovereign ruler of India . They were eventually overpowered by the British.
But there was no looking back for the Indians who wanted social reform and freedom. The Indian National Congress was set up and educated Indians started formulating strategies to assert their birthright to independence. The anti-British sentiment became a mass movement with the arrival of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi who devised a unique strategy for India 's freedom struggle based on non-violence and civil disobedience. He conceived and led the non-cooperation movement in 1922, the Salt Satyagraha in 1930 and the Quit India Movement in 1942. All of which pushed the British into agreeing to transfer power on August 15, 1947, the day that is now celebrated as India 's Independence Day. Today, India is the world's largest democracy with a federal form of government
Tourism in India has shown a phenomenal growth in the past decade. One of the reasons is that the Ministry of tourism, India has realized the immense potential of tourism in India during vacations. India travel tourism has grown rapidly with a great influx of tourists from all across the globe who have been irresistibly attracted to the rich culture, heritage, and incredible natural beauty of India.
India tourism with its foggy hill stations, captivating beaches, historical monuments, golden deserts, serene backwaters, pilgrimage sites, rich wildlife, and colourful fairs capture the heart of every tourist. In addition, a variety of festivals, lively markets, vibrant lifestyle, and traditional Indian hospitality, will make your experience as an india tourist truly unforgettable and fantastic.
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The Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2013 ranks India 65th out of 144 countries overall. The report ranks the price competitiveness of India's tourism sector 20th out of 144 countries. It mentions that India has quite good air transport (ranked 39th), particularly given the country's stage of development, and reasonable ground transport infrastructure (ranked 42nd). Some other aspects of its tourism infrastructure remain somewhat underdeveloped however. The nation has very few hotel rooms per capita by international comparison and low ATM penetration. The World Tourism Organization reported that India's receipts from tourism during 2012 ranked 16th in the world, and 7th among Asian and Pacific countries
Royal Accommodation
One of the chief pleasures of visiting India is staying at a palace hotel. Take a look at the accommodations in India where you can taste the high life.
Laxmi Niwas Palace, Lallgarh Complex, Bikaner Built in the early 20th century in memory of Maharaja Ganga Singh?s father, the sprawling 42-room red sandstone structure is renowned for its opulent architecture. The palace features a collection of rare Sanskrit manuscripts and a museum with possessions of the late maharajas, including British tin soldiers.
Samode Palace, Samode A 19th century family fortress run by descendants of Jaipur?s former Prime Minister RawalSheo Singh. Family photos line the walls in several of the 43 room, which feature durries rugs and antique canopy beds; a few rooms have their own fountain.
Udai Bilas Palace, Dungapur The wings of this royal residence surround the intricately carved EK Thambia Mahal, or one pillared palace, creating an atmospheric courtyard. Inlaid walls embellish the grand suite, one of 20 distinctive rooms. Guests dine at a banquet table beneath a Burmese teak ceiling, while mounted animal heads add a Raj-era-feel.
UmaidBhawan Palace, Jodhpur Known as Chhittar Palace for the namesake sandstone of its stately exterior, the immense art deco edifice remains the residence of the Maharaja of Jodhpur and features 47 guest rooms. Indian cuisine is served at the buffet-style Marwar Hall; the Pillars, and open ? ? air eatery overlooks the lawns.
Ayurveda - The new balm for fevered souls
When alternative lifestyles and stressful schedules are talking points in the cosmopolitan circuits, Ayurveda, the art of ancient Indian healing cannot be far behind. The inability of modern allopathy to allay all sicknesses and diseases has made an increasing number of people turn to ayurveda, which has a cornucopia of ancient secret cures for stubborn diseases. Along with yoga, Ayurveda is the new balm for fevered souls. It uses natural herbs and their oils to treat ailments and ensure a healthy life. Most of the centres for Ayurveda, called Ayurveda Shalas, are in Kerala on the South Coast. This is beach country as well, so bring along your sunscreens and hats. In fact many westerners have made ayurvedic spas their annual treat, combining a relaxing holiday with cleansing for their bodies.
Ayurvedic Massages
Say "massage" in the context of an Asian country, and the first thoughts that come flooding in are those of the exotic massage parlors of Pattaya. But an ayurvedic massage is the real thing. These are serious life-enriching massages, so be prepared to get some energetic flesh pounding from experts. While you soak in the herbs you can watch the beaches of Vizhinjam packed with boats out to sail in the sunset. From the beach you can see their lights strung out like pearls in a necklace from the coast. Look forward to being draped with pieces of linen, dipped in lukewarm herbal oils, all over the body by two to four trained therapists in a special rhythmic way. This goes on continuously for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days, and is said to be an effective remedy for rheumatic diseases. It's supposed to be good for your nerves too and should pep up your overall energy levels as well
Blessed with snow-clad peaks, crystal glaciers, rolling meadows, beautiful valleys, meandering rivers, gushing waterfalls, thick forests, swampy deltas and magical moonscapes - India has something for everyone looking for adventure, however thrilling or risky it may be, it is recommended that every traveler has Travel Insurance as back up.
Up North, the Himalayan ranges that stretch across the country are the most intimidating, enthralling and beautiful mountains in the world. They offer the ultimate challenge to any adventurer whatever their pursuit - mountaineering, rock climbing, trekking or white water rafting. For any mountaineer the Himalayas are a perennial challenge. And with their ever-changing terrain, there is something new to see in every season and every region, be it the gentle slopes of the Garhwaland Kumaon region, the sharp ragged gorges of Himachal Pradesh, the pristine untouched beauty of Sikkim or the fantastic moonscapes of Jammu and Kashmir. Climbing these mountains is a spiritual experience that will make you keep coming back for more.
If mountaineering is not your scene, but you still want to savour the beauty of these mighty mountains, try trekking. From the foothills to the higher ranges, mountain trails - many of them unexplored - are a great way to experience the Himalayas . Some of the best trekking routes on the mountain sides are in the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttranchal, Chamba and Manali in Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Zanskar and Spiti in Jammu and Kashmir, Sikkim and the virtually untouched north eastern states of India. Trekking is one of the best ways to enjoy the panoramic and magnificent sites of the awesome mountains- the rivers, flora and fauna. The best part is that virtually anyone can go on a trek.
Of course, for the more energetic, the Himalayan mountain ranges offer other adventure opportunities like rock climbing, heli-skiing, hang gliding, mountain biking and even paragliding.
If you like water sports, again the Himalayas offer you some of the best river runs in the world. The foaming rapids on the Ganges in Rishikesh, Uttaranchal, the Beas in Himachal Pradesh and Teetsa in Sikkim are some of the toughest and most exciting you can find anywhere.
Further South you can enjoy the water adventures along both the west and the east coasts of India . The islands of Andaman and Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep in the Indian Ocean are virtually untouched and are some of the best spots for scuba diving and snorkeling. The beaches of Goa and Kerala also offer other sporting opportunities like water skiing, wind surfing and sailing.
Also unique are India 's jungle and desert safaris. In fact one of the most magical ways to discover the sands of Rajasthan, especially the unending sand dunes of Jaisalmer and Bikaner, is on camel back. Today, many heritage resorts run by erstwhile royalty also give you the option of enjoying the countryside on horseback, by far the best way to explore the countryside, see its' remote forts and palaces, and interact with its people.
Similarly, exploring India 's many wildlife parks and sanctuaries on elephant back is a unique experience. Most tiger and rhino sanctuaries offer this option and it's a better way of viewing wildlife than using a noisy jeep safari.
Other adventure activities available in the country are:
Sailing on the West coast in Mumbai, Goa and the lakes around Pune Polo in Rajasthan and Delhi
Ballooning, facilities for which are available for amateurs and professionals across the country
Whether you like living life on the edge, or you just want to enjoy the occasional thrill of the unknown, India has something for everyone.
Sun, surf and sand beck on thousands of sun-deprived tourists to India because it has the most mind-boggling varieties of beaches anywhere in the world. Placid lagoons and backwaters, marine estuaries teeming with fish, bays and rough lava-rocked seas, crashing surf, pure powdery golden sand or palm fringed shores where the mind is soothed by serene murmurs of the sea - you have them all.
Both the West and East Coast of India offer verdant vistas of palm on the Arabian Sea shores or the Bay of Bengal. The coasts of India have their own seafood cuisine, relaxing spas, diving and water sports and great places to stay for a balmy holiday. Set amidst the blue of the Arabian Sea and the lush green vegetation of Kerala, Kovalam is one of India 's best sea resorts. The long coastline lined with swaying coconut palm trees and dotted with an occasional fishing hamlet is fast developing into one of the world's best string of beaches.
Wake up to the yoga exercises in the morning and close your eyes to the tender fingers massaging your body in the finest traditions of herbal massages. The sea applauds the beach temple in Mahabalipuram, gloriously silhouetted against the spectrum of the seven colors in the sky. Puri, on the East Coast, is surely the world's most picturesque beach. And then there is Digha, a three-hour drive out of Kolkata, a beautiful beach, splendid in its isolation.
India has always been considered the land of spirituality. Though Hinduism continues to be the oldest religion in the country, India has been the birthplace of various religions like Bhuddism, Jainism, Sikhism and Sufism, and has always embraced new religions that other cultures brought into the country.
It is considered a milestone in a person's life and a char dhamsyatra - a visit to the holy sites at cardinal points of the country - a necessity for the regeneration of the spirit. These points lie across the subcontinent. In the north they are the snow-capped mountains of Badrinath, Kedarnath and Amarnath. In central India , one of the holiest places to visit is Benares, Prayaga ( Allahabad ) where the KumbhMela is held, and Mathura - the birth place of Lord Krishna. In the East lies Puri in Orissa famous for its Jagannath Temple and its RathYatra. In the South is Rameswaram and KanyaKumari and in the west is Dwaraka - the kingdom of Lord Krishna . But these aren't all the places that the Hindus take a pilgrimage to. Places like Tirupati, Vaishnodevi, Shirdi, Shabrimala, Tajore and Madurai towns are famous for their temples and shrines and very much on a must-visit list.
Several famous temples across the country also have their own unique festivals and yatras. In fact India is home to the largest religious gathering which takes place every 12 years - the KumbhMela. Whether it is a spiritual experience you seek or want to understand the depth and diversity of religion - this is the land with the answers
To begin, let me assure you that Indian food in India is quite unlike Indian food served in the West. Regretably however, Indian resorts are not adventurous when it comes to food.
For breakfast all resorts do offer eggs (in any form), toast, and cornflakes, but sausages, ham, bacon etc. may not always be available. Fresh seasonal fruit and juice is also served. An Indian breakfast consists of steamed rice cakes called idlis served with a spicy sauce. Alternatively one may be served a dosa which is not unlike a thin flat pancake with an accompaniment made from potato; or puris which are unleavened Indian bread also served with a dish made from potatoes.
For lunch and dinner the staple Indian base consists of white rice or Indian bread which usually consists of the roti and the nan. Pappadoms and a variety of spicy accompaniments such as chutneys and pickles are also served. Curries both vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian are served with the staple. Most non-vegetarian dishes are made with chicken because of the difficulty of procuring lamb or pork in the remoter resorts.
Starters in the evening, in the form of tandoori food and kebabs, come highly recommended.
Keeping visitors from abroad in mind, the food is not over spiced.
Most resorts do offer Western food, called Continental food in India, but remember that the quality may be indifferent and that it is cooked with Indian ingredients.
In India several dishes are brought to the table and shared among the diners. However, if you prefer to order something just for yourself, feel free to do so.
Travel in India is best done by air. Failing which one travels by train. Unfortunately Indian trains are not known for their comfort. If you have to travel by train, the air-conditioned second class compartments are recommended. They are cleaner and the air-conditioning is often necessary and will keep you, and your film, cool. In railway booking parlance these coaches are known as 2A.
Most importantly, your fellow passengers are middle class Indians, always safer when you are carrying expensive equipment. Importantly, the doors to the compartment are locked at night so there is less chance of somebody entering the compartment and making off with with your cameras. Never leave your bags unattended. I carry my equipment in a small LowePro bag. A bag of this size can fit up on the sleeper berth with you. You can lie down though you will not be able to sleep, a small price to pay to ensure the safety of your equipment. Secondly, should you need the toilet, a small bag can be carried with you.
If traveling by road, we recommend hiring a Toyota Qualis. The NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) levels are the best in India, and the rear AC ducts are fabulous.
In most places people traveling on a tour organized by wildphototoursindia.com will experience middle class India. You may dress as you like but Indians do not take kindly to uncovered bodies. Shorts are in, semi-nudity is out. Stick to cotton and avoid denim.
The communication network in India is considerably reliable. STD/ISD booths are available on almost every corner throughout the country. Cyber Cafes and hotels also provide calling and internet facilities, which makes local and international calling easy for the tourists. Due to this making calls to India and from India is easy and cheap.
Most problems occur when backpackers, in the hope of experiencing the chimera of the 'real' India, go to rough neighbourhoods dressed as they would dress on a hot summer's day in the West.
With regard to medication, consult your doctor at home. Common ailments may be treated with a range of locally available medication, but if you have special requirements bring them along with you. Travel insurance that includes cover for medical/hospital expenses is strongly recommended.
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Ladies and Gentlemen, dear colleagues and friends at this conference!
Every generation has its challenges. These may not be the same as those of former generations, though some have a tendency to turn up again every few years. In Germany, where I come from, the global situation has come down rather vehemently on political and civil authorities, in the last months, exhibiting in particular the faces of hundreds of thousands of refugees. Germany has tried to accept the challenges and has opened its doors to more refugees than any other European country, though non-European countries like Turkey, Lebanon, Pakistan, Jordan and others have to support larger absolute numbers. But since 2013 Germany has been the recipient of the single largest number of new asylum claims among industrialized countries, according to the UN Refugee Agency. There are more forcibly displaced persons in the world today than at any other time since World War II. Indeed, quite a number of older German people are strongly reminded of the situation after World War II, when millions of fugitives from East Germany had to be integrated into postwar society. In 2014 in Europe, 627,000 people asked for asylum, including 203,000 in Germany. This year it will be far, far more, perhaps almost a million alone in Germany.
This also changes the interreligious dialogue, which is the subject that concerns me most. Muslim people increasingly are perceived as victims of violence and terror, not just as possible perpetrators. A more discriminating, sophisticated and careful look not only at Islamic groups has become a necessity, at least in Germany, not an exception as it still was 20 years ago in my country. But other facts have surfaced also. The twentieth century produced more religious persecution and even more Christian martyrs than all the centuries before. But also Muslims and Buddhists, Jews and Bahá'ís and many other people have been subject to harassment and indeed persecution. Religion has been both a victim and a cause of violence. Many people in the 1980s believed religion would decrease in a secularized world and perhaps die a peaceful death in a few decades: "This is the way religion ends, not with a bang but a whimper," to restyle T.S. Eliot's famous line—a prediction dramatically wrong both for good and evil in religion.
These all are facts. What do they mean for the religious aspect of human development? A hundred years ago Max Weber, the greatest scholar in the sociology of religion, defined as the first duty of academic teaching—my field—to bring students to the acceptance of unwelcome facts. Fact is always more important than theory. "Unbequeme Tatsachen anerkennen zu lehren" ("to teach [one's students] to acknowledge inconvenient facts"), as he wrote in his famous lecture on science as a profession.
Unwelcome facts: to realize things are not as easy as we might welcome. The first thing that happens in science, and also in the science of Religious Studies, always is a collapse of easy theories. Peace must be so easy when people really want it: This is an easy theory, and it is a wrong theory. Peace is not easy. It takes all our intelligence, all our imagination, all our courage, all our work.
The academic field of Religious Studies, the science of religion, very much has to deal with such unwelcome facts. Religious Studies is the academic field of multidisciplinary and secular study of religious beliefs, behaviors and institutions. As such, it is part of the wide field of Cultural Studies or, as we used to say, of the Humanities. Religious Studies—which is not theology—describes, interprets, compares and perhaps to some degree explains religions, but it generally does not evaluate them. Yesterday we spoke about ISIS [the Islamic State] and extremism in young adults. To say it clearly: We know quite a lot about how this happens; it is a well-researched area. We know the contributing factors, but for the media it is much more interesting to present tales of atrocities than to let a scholar talk for very much more than a few minutes.
Let me take the liberty of repeating something I said at another UPF meeting in Jerusalem a number of years ago. What can Religious Studies, or let's say what can the science of religion, contribute to what we are talking about at this conference? Peace does not come from being less religious, but more so, not from secularization, but from taking seriously the diversity and richness of the religious traditions.
Academic science can help to read the holy texts of religions, and clarify their historical background. It can help to understand our own place in the history of our faith and not take for timeless truth what in fact is a special expression of faith at a certain time and under certain cultural circumstances. It can help to liberate, to disengage religion from political and military agendas trying to use religious energies for their own ends.
It can overcome clichés and stereotypes. It can fight sheer stupidity. It seriously can help to understand extremism and the violent side of religion. It can chair or host interreligious dialogue. It can destroy prejudices, if it has a free hand to do so.
It can help to overcome kitsch and other forms of infantile regression in religion. It can keep a discussion sober and useful. The sobriety and properness of dialogue are not easy to keep up, and for this you need scholars who are fair and interested observers.
As in recent post-colonial studies, it can teach one to overcome Western or Oriental myopic vistas, to see as many sides as one possibly can.
It cannot answer the religious question itself. Religious Studies is not religion; it just describes what religion is and how it works. This also means that it cannot lead the interreligious dialogue by itself, because it is not religion.
It cannot pray and heal; only religious people can do this. It cannot be a foundation for humankind as a family under God; only love can be this.
It cannot keep open the doors of dialogue; only hope can accomplish this.
So there has to be a certain humility in Religious Studies. But on the other hand, deeply religious people sometimes think they can do without such studies. They sometimes think in simple faith that they have everything they need to cope with the problems of modernity, globalization, scientific progress, and perhaps even the ugly faces of materialism and atheism. In this they are wrong, as I believe. This is not just a question of intellectual honesty but more of a willingness to face complexity and ambivalence. In other words, it is a question of avoiding the pitfalls of fundamentalism. Fundamentalism which today exists in every religion means giving too easy answers to difficult questions. The tempting power of such answers is that they are not plain wrong, but that they are half-truths. Half-truth is always much more dangerous than error.
Let me mention one example about how academia comes into all these questions we are discussing here. In Germany we have many guests from Korean universities. In fact, Korean universities in the last few years have strongly endeavored to enter partnerships with German universities, and there is always one agenda, one hidden subtext, whatever may be the subject of that partnership. One question is always present, even when not talked about directly. That is: How did you do that reunification thing? How did the German reunification work? How was it possible? We always have two very disillusioning points and one encouraging point to make in such discussions. Sometimes we have a feeling these colleagues are looking for some kind of theory of how to do reunification. Of course, there is no such theory that could be applied to such a very different case as Korea. And there is a second point our friends from South Korea sometimes are reluctant to accept. Peaceful reunification did work because people in East Germany, in the communist part of Germany, did do it. They overcame peacefully their dictatorial system. Western people could not really contribute much, though at least they could abstain from doing anything foolish like trying to accelerate things too much. Of course, there is a Western prequel, the so-called Ostpolitik by politicians like Willy Brandt and others in the 1970s, that brought people into contact, and they could show people they were not their enemies. But the essential thing was done by brave citizens from East Germany and by no one else. Many of them were Christian people. I say this as a scholar who grew up in West Germany. The encouraging thing, of course, is that completely unexpected historical possibilities may come around at a time when no one is looking for them. And there is one other thing I say as a Christian. As a Christian, I do not believe in fate or destiny. I believe in God, which is something completely different. Indeed fate, destiny and God are competing concepts, if I may say so. You believe in fate or in God; you cannot do both. I have decided to believe in God as the Lord of history, also. So we may get help in unexpected ways.
I come to the end of my short remarks.
It is not enough to conjure up the peacemaking potential of religions. We have to understand what makes religious communities peaceful and what makes them violent, because they have both options. For this, Religious Studies can help. Some observations are basic: no peace without justice. No peace without mercy and forgiveness. No peace without giving things their proper name. No peace without the willingness just to hear the other side for a very long time. This is basic. But, of course, it is not enough. Religious Studies can help, as already mentioned, to understand the history of stereotypes. These stereotypes often are not lies: they are half-truths, and this is what makes them so dangerous.
Much work remains to be done, but we have many co-fighters in this cause, some here today in this very room. Thank you for your kind attention.


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Benno's Figures Forum • Go green!
Some of my orcs. Just metal. Mithril and Prince August. If there had been any plastic orcs available when I painted these 20-25 years ago I would probably have them too. Pics from the cellar where they live with other metal fantasy figures. Have some old GW-orcs too. Maybe put all my orcs together some time, but that will have to wait.
Those are really nice and deserve to see more daylight. So yes, put them together, please.
Dali, you know you are evil!!! Will try to make something in the future then. A little pity that I don't have any plastic orcs, but that is as it is.
reindeer who walk on the street.
Unimpressed by my car behind them.
During they walk they shake her head. So it look to me they are drunken !
What happen next out of Susofrick`s box ?
Real nice collection of green monsters! Is Shrek also there?
Isn't he with the Princess??? Or is he at the pub again?
Susofrick wrote: Isn't he with the Princess??? Or is he at the pub again?