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Cynsations Return & Author Update: Cynthia Leitich Smith on Writing, New Releases, Native Voices & Allies
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Learn more about Cynthia Leitich Smith.
By Traci Sorell
for Cynthia Leitich Smith's Cynsations
As an New York Times bestselling author and the creator of Cynsations blog, Cynthia is well known to many. But after reading her upcoming YA novel, Hearts Unbroken (Candlewick, Oct. 9), this summer, I believe readers gain more insight into her earlier years.
The novel draws in part on her experience as a Muscogee (Creek) teen growing up in the suburbs of Kansas City and as a reporter and, later, editor-in-chief on her high school newspaper.
The fictional, contemporary story follows Louise, a senior forced to reconcile how bigotry and racism are coming to a head in her community through her various roles as a tribal citizen, sister, student, reporter, friend and, most definitely, girlfriend.
Cynthia, I welcome you to Cynsations, your own wonderful creation!
From the promotional copy:
When Louise Wolfe's first real boyfriend mocks and disrespects Native people in front of her, she breaks things off immediately and dumps him. It's her senior year, anyway, and she'd rather spend her time on her family and friends and working on the school newspaper.
The editors pair her up with Joey Kairouz, the ambitious new photojournalist, and in no time the paper's staff find themselves with a major story to cover: the school musical director's inclusive approach to casting "The Wizard of Oz" has been provoking backlash in their mostly white, middle-class Kansas town.
From the newly formed "Parents Against Revisionist Theater" to anonymous threats, long-held prejudices are being laid bare and hostilities are spreading against teachers, parents, and students—especially the cast members at the center of the controversy, including Lou's little brother, who's playing the Tin Man.
As tensions heighten at school, so does a romance between Lou and Joey—but as she's learned, "dating while Native" can be difficult. In trying to protect her own heart, will Lou break Joey's?
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Let's start with the genre – you've crafted a contemporary, realistic young adult novel whereas your more recent novels have been YA fantasy. What prompted the return to a novel with a contemporary Native American teen and her family as the focus?
I have this theory that where there are secrets, lies or regrets, there are stories. Think about it, in each case, there are stakes, there is nuance and competing interests. Conflict and reversals.
Hearts Unbroken began with a regret, as a novel-length apology to a high school boyfriend. I was an awkward teen (hey, I'm an awkward adult!). When I'm nervous or exhausted, I still babble a bit even though I can absolutely rock a podium with proper preparation.
Bottom line, I said the wrong thing, and I was sorry for decades. There's a story in that and it's not all in the book, which is only loosely inspired by what really happened.
How would you describe the story?
It's a love story wrapped around a school-journalism story, written in an Indigenous style and sensibility. Or at least a hybrid style with strong Indigenous elements.
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The novel is thematically about speech, nodding to journalistic speech, religious speech, political speech, interpersonal speech, hate speech and microaggressions.
Or, put another way, it's about speech, its blessings and its costs.
Early Native readers have mentioned to me that they see it as about empowering cultural voice, especially given the inclusion of Indigenous language in a daily-life reclamation context.
Big picture, the plot is infuriating and funny and representative and romantic. It's also a little geeky. All of my stories are at least a little geeky. There's also terrific kissing.
The narrative goes all in, fully submerging the reader in a Native teen perspective and suburban experience. The depiction of the family relationships is central. Meanwhile, the subplot, centered on the protagonist's brother, (hopefully) offers more mainstream appeal.
Why did you decide to focus your protagonist on high-school journalism?
Again, personal experience. I was the editor of my high school newspaper and went on to major in news/editorial at the White School of Journalism at the University of Kansas. As a student at The University of Michigan Law School, the First Amendment was a major focus of my studies. In my third and final year, I did an independent study on the right to speak (and the right not to) with Professor Lee C. Bollinger, who's now the president of Columbia University in New York.
No, I didn't set out to write Hearts Unbroken because news journalists are unfairly under attack right now, but I'm glad it'll be out there for teens today. I hope it encourages at least a few readers to consider a career in reporting, editing, photo and/or videography.
You are always encouraging Native writers entering the industry. What craft and career advice do you have for those just starting out on this journey?
Get in touch with Native children's-YA authors who're agented and/or actively publishing. Read what's already out there by members of our intertribal community. You'll be able to gain an up-to-date, in-depth overview at Debbie Reese's blog, American Indians in Children's Literature.
Native authors at Kweli, 2016
Visit your local SCBWI regional chapter – attend a conference or workshop or both. They vary from place to place. Hopefully, it'll be a fit. If not, look for another one that's driveable.
Make an effort to attend Kweli: The Color of Children's Literature Conference.
Embrace the study of craft. Seriously, commit. Enroll in workshops – there are a variety on and offline at various price points. Find a solid critique group or partner.
If you want to get an MFA in writing for young readers, write me and we'll discuss whether it's the right choice for you. See also my writer resources.
For those who're allies, how can they support Native voices?
Foremost, be respectful of Native people and cultures in working with young readers. Assume that there are Native kids in your classrooms and communities. They're everywhere, and so are their peers, who interact with them based on what they learn from the larger society, from you.
Set aside everything you picked up from Hollywood. Treat the political noise out of Washington, D.C. with a hefty amount of suspicion. Forget those construction-paper headdresses you made in first grade for Thanksgiving.
Chris Evans, Hemsworth & Pratt
Are you used to thinking of yourself as the hero of the story? We routinely see the underrepresentation of some folks but also the overrepresentation of others.
Three of the Marvel superheroes in the last Avengers movie were played by white dudes named Chris. Chris Pratt as Star-Lord, Chris Evans as Captain America, and Chris Hemsworth as Thor.* And, hey, I enjoyed all of their performances. But no way around it, that's seriously hefty representation.
Meanwhile, can you name any three on-screen Native girl or women characters from your entire history as a moviegoer? (Bonus points if they're not animated.)
All of which is to say, when it comes to Native people, you may need to gut check your instinct to cast yourself as the savior.
Understand that you don't know the history and are probably underestimating the complexity, not only regarding Native cultures but also Indigenous governmental structures and literary forms. The oral tradition is vital, but we have our own relationship to the written word, too.
What else? We're a growing but small creative community with precious few gatekeepers of our own. Give us a chance to speak and not only about Native and diverse literature, though when we do talk about all that, listen carefully and reflect deeply.
Signal boost our new and existing releases. Advocate for our inclusion throughout the curriculum and book-events circuit, and integrate our titles not only in your Native Heritage Month celebrations but all year long.
Have you ever read a YA novel by a Native woman? Check out Apple in the Middle by debut author Dawn Quigley (North Dakota State University Press, 2018). In no particular order, also be sure to read books by Joseph Bruchac, Tim Tingle, Traci Sorell, Carole Lindstrom, Art Coulson, David A. Robertson, Cheryl Savageau, Lisa Charleyboy, Lee Francis, Monique Gray Smith, Erika T. Wurth, Jenny Kay Dupuis, Richard Van Camp, Arigon Starr, Kate Hart, Eric Gansworth, Louise Erdrich, Cherie Dimaline, Daniel Vandever…. I could go on and on, and there are more writers and illustrators on the horizon. See my teacher and librarian resources.
* Just to geek out: Chris Evans also played The Human Torch. Additional white guys named Chris who played superheroes include: Christopher Reeve as Superman; Christian Bale as Batman; Chris O'Donnell as Robin; and I'm giving partial credit to Chris Pine, as Captain Kirk because he also played Steve Trevor in "Wonder Woman" and appeared in "A Wrinkle in Time."
Is there anything you'd like to say more broadly to writers from any underrepresented group?
In Memory: Nancy Garden
Offer private and public support to one another, especially those of you who're bigger, more established names or members of groups with a stronger presence.
Years ago, I wrote a Horn Book article about Native humor and storytelling, and Nancy Garden sent in a letter to the editor in support. She was a very early, important voice in the LGBTQ writimg community and understood what it's like when your numbers are small.
The fact that she took the time and made the effort? It meant the world to me. Still does.
You've been a leader in the conversation around diversity during both its ebbs and flows. What aren't we talking about that we should be?
From a writing craft perspective, we should focus more on secondary characters and intersecting subject matter. Every single writer must write across identity elements in those contexts. It's not all about protagonists and the nonfiction focal topics.
More broadly, those of us in children's-YA writing need to wrap our minds around the fact that we've been defaulting to the same white and male storytelling constructs for generations. More than that, those of us who're writing teachers have been largely insisting upon them. Meanwhile, content-wise, let's not settle for bite-sized nuggets of representation, tailored to mainstream comfort and expectations. Let's embrace diversity for real.
This fall marks the paperback release of Feral Pride (Candlewick, 2015, 2018). Could you tell us a little about that story?
Sure! It's the cap to the Feral trilogy and crosses over its heroes with those from the Tantalize series, which is set in the same universe.
The governor of Texas has been kidnapped by demon snakes and furry hominids (kind of like Bigfoot) and the scoundrels have blamed our heroes, who're shapeshifters, for the crime.
This is a fantastical construct in which shapeshifters battle bigotry and oppression parallel to what marginalized groups experience in our real world. So, yes, it's funny and romantic and action-packed and super geeky, but it also speaks through metaphor to ongoing real-world dynamics.
Why did you first launch Cynsations, and how has it evolved over the years?
As I mentioned above, I'm a recovering journalist, and I always wanted to cover good news.
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(When writers are thinking about where their voice fits into the conversation of books, it's worthwhile to consider what they enjoy doing and where their strengths lie.)
I entered the field at a time of low morale in the creative community. Publishers weren't taking many chances on new voices. Celebrity books were all the rage. Madonna said on late-night television that she wrote a children's book because there weren't any good ones.
Meanwhile, I was trying to raise awareness of contemporary Native children's books in a society that had decided Native people were all extinct. (I'm told that's the answer Texas school children are supposed to provide on standardized tests to any questions asked about Native people: Extinct.)
So, I figured I'd get really 21rst century with it. Show by example that Native people have a present and future.
So, I fired up Cynsations to illuminate new voices, mid-career authors, living legends. Writing by authors and illustrators from underrepresented communities. The business of publishing. The writing life. Craft. The idea was to reach out to writers in a more-than-a-guidebook kind of way, in an encouraging and ongoing conversation.
What do you have coming up next?
My immediate focus is on middle grade projects. I'm especially excited about an anthology of stories by new and established Native voices, set around a contemporary powwow. As for my current novel writing, we're talking middle grade speculative fiction. I also have another middle-grade realistic short story coming out in another anthology and a couple of poems that will be featured in picture books. Meanwhile, I'm putting thought into what my next project for teens might be.
Beyond that, I'm committed to supporting and signal boosting other voices – underrepresented and/or new and/or reinventing and/or long-established voices, too.
So, write on, Cynsational readers! I believe in you.
Look for Cynthia's upcoming YA release, Hearts Unbroken (Candlewick, Oct. 9). If you'd like a signed copy, you can pre-order it from her local independent bookstore, BookPeople, of Austin, Texas. Or, if you've already pre-ordered, request a signed bookplate and goodies. The paperback of Feral Pride (Book 3 in the Feral trilogy)(Candlewick, Oct. 2) is available for pre-order, too.
Giveaways! Are you a high school teacher, YA librarian or Native teen group leader? Check out this classroom-set ARC giveaway of Hearts Unbroken on Twitter! Are you a YA reader? Enter to win one of 10 hardcover copies of Hearts Unbroken from YA and Kids! Book Central.
Traci Sorell covers picture books as well as children's-YA writing, illustration, publishing and other book news from Indigenous authors and illustrators for Cynsations. She is an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation.
We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga illustrated by Frané Lessac (Charlesbridge Sept. 4, 2018) is her first nonfiction picture book and a 2018 Junior Library Guild Selection. The story, which has received starred reviews from Kirkus and School Library Journal, features a panorama of modern-day Cherokee cultural practices and experiences, presented through the four seasons. It conveys a universal spirit of gratitude common in many cultures.
In fall 2019, her first fiction picture book, At the Mountain's Base, illustrated by Weshoyot Alvitre will be published by Penguin Random House's new imprint, Kokila.
Traci is represented by Emily Mitchell of Wernick & Pratt Literary Agency.
See also an interview with Traci from Picture Book Builders. Peek: "First, it needed to be colorful because it's a four seasons book—so bright and not muted was what I pictured in mind. Second, the illustrations must be culturally accurate. I got my two criteria met and so much more!"
Cynsational Return
From Cynthia Leitich Smith
Sunset at Vermont College of Fine Arts.
Welcome back to Cynsations! We hope you had a wonderful summer. My highlights included teaching at the residency of the MFA program in Writing for Children and Young Adults at Vermont College of Fine Arts in Montpelier and speaking at the annual convention of the American Library Association in New Orleans. Right now, I'm at LoonSong: A Writer's Retreat in Cook, Minnesota.
Here on the blog, we'll once again be hosting insights from writers at every stage of their creative journey. We'll look at books that cross borders, publishing as an industry and new releases. We'll consider various aspects of a writing life.
This semester, we're moving to more flexibility between four- and five-day posting weeks. But we're sure you'll still find plenty to read and reflect on.
Thank you to Cynterns Gayleen Rabakukk and Robin Galbraith for their ongoing efforts.
Thanks to all for returning to Cynsations. We hope you'll find fruitful inspiration and information in the posts to come.
Tagged Cynsations, editing, Native American/First Nations, publishing, Traci Sorell, writing life
P.S. Shout-outs for Your Summer Reading List
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Christy Mihaly says:
This is a wonderful interview, and I can't wait to read "Hearts Unbroken." Grateful to Cynthia and Traci!


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Tiger Woods by Armen Keteyian, Jeff Benedict
A deep look into Tiger's history, family, career and lifestyle, helping us understand how someone can become so dominant in their sport and some of the costs it takes to get there
Tiger's parents guarded him fiercely when he was young. Tiger spent more time alone practicing or watching TV than playing with others. Family and golf was everything. He was always painfully shy, very secretive and protective of his privacy but his whole demeanor and confidence changed when he got a club in his hands
Tiger's nickname came from one of Earl's friends in the army
Tiger values privacy and loyalty more than anything
Tiger's father had abused and cheated on his wife. Tiger's mom was strict and threatened to beat him if he ever hurt her reputation as a mother. She told him to go for the throat in competition or else people will come back and "beat his ass". It was education before play and was told to always respect his elders
Earl was married with three children when he went on tour in Thailand and met Koditta. After Tiger, Koditta could not have any other kids and committed herself fully to teaching and caring for her son. By then Tiger was 2, he was already practicing at least 2 hours per day. He was on talk shows and did interviews since this tender age. Earl helped his son get every advantage a country club kid gets and more – private lessons, custom made clubs, sports psychologists without having to pay for it because of Tiger's skill. Earl even used psychological warfare training he learned in the military on Tiger to prepare him for anything he might face on the course
Tiger had arguably the best amateur career in history and became a pro after his sophomore year at Stanford when he won his third US Open amateur championship. His start as a pro was no different, winning 2 if his first 7 tournaments
Tiger was thrust on the national stage at such a young age but still had to mature and learn a lot emotionally. While Tiger found more balance after his first couple years on the tour, it shows how athletic success often overshadows character flaws
What drives tiger? Never being satisfied. This brings restlessness and total perfection. He wanted total control over every area of his life
Tiger had just won the Masters but wasn't satisfied. He saw videos of his swing and wanted to completely revamp it. It would take him nearly two years to master the new swing and win again. Nobody else has taken a step down from the top to fix their swing in what would be best for the long term like Tiger did in this situation. He lost some length but gained a lot more control and repeatability.
Nobody had his ability to execute difficult shots and to deal with he mental side of the game like he did
Tiger developed a love for the ocean and scuba diving and learned how to control his breathing and heart rate through stressful dives which translated to his golf game
When Tiger got famous he got even meaner. Power corrupts. He started spending a lot of time in Vegas and with Charles Barkley and Michel Jordan. Jordan, maybe the only other athlete who could compare to Tiger's dominance and fame, exerted a lot of influence over the younger Tiger. Tiger was gambling more, became rude with the press and became more entitled and a bigger jerk
Tiger hit a drought from 2002-2004 and fired most of his crew who had been with him for years. Hank Haney was his new coach and Elin was now in his life
His emotional detachment was part of his formula for success. No matter how well he played, there was always better. Tiger was able to compartmentalize life like nobody else and somehow managed to play his best golf while the rest of his life was falling apart. He needed adrenaline and an outlet and found this through golf, navy seals training and women
An affair was covered up in 2007 but in 2009 the story finally broke and all of Tiger's infidelities became world known. Tiger stepped away from golf for nearly 2 years got treatment for sex addiction and to try to repair things with his wife but eventually she determined that she wanted a divorce
Today, Tiger is back on tour but not nearly the force he once was. He is also in chronic pain as he has worn out his back and his knees. Although he hasn't been able to reach the same level as before, this process humanized him and allowed him to enjoy the game and relate to fans like never before
Had heard about Tiger's dedication to golf before but this book made me appreciate it at an even deeper level. He was raised to be the best ever and was wholly consumed. It helped him reach his goal but it also distorted his personality and sense of reality. Book ends on a positive note with Tiger becoming more human and relatable after the scandal, although he may never reach his dominant self again due to age, injury, and maybe a change of mindset/priorities
This entry was posted in Books and tagged Armen Keteyian, Biography, Golf, Jeff Benedict, Tiger Woods on May 31, 2018 by Blas.
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Go Pro Camera – When it comes to cameras, GoPro Cameras are one of the best known brands. There is a wide range of cameras offered by the company.
When it comes to cameras, GoPro Camera is one of the best known brands.
There is a wide range of cameras offered by Go Pro. From simple easy to use to an advanced Go Pro, all kinds of cameras are available on the market by GoPro.
Go Pro's are different from 360 Cameras.
Go Pro is an American based company that launched its first products in 2002 and within a couple of years became one of the most wanted camera brands, particularly for the adrenalin junky!
From mobile apps to video editing software for cameras, GoPro has proved that nothing is impossible for them and made their name in all these niche markets of photography. GoPro action cameras changed the way we record our videos and looked at the world from the eye of a camera.
Whether it is about documenting everyday life, skydiving footage or filming extreme sports, GoPro Camera makes all the things memorable. These small devices packed with numerous features with an outstanding audio and video quality at a reasonable price is a must-buy item.
Man sitting in inflatable ring towed by a boat in the water and making faces to the camera and holding Go Pro camera.
The problem while making a purchase is to sus all the options offered by GoPro, can result in confusion and individuals cannot decide which one is the perfect option for them.
This is a short guide for the buyers which will summarize some of the best cameras offered by GoPro. This guide will describe both sides of the picture ( no pun intended!) so that people get to know all the aspects of the camera and then make a decision after getting all the required info they require to make that purchase and get snapping the action!
Go Pro Camera – Which GoPro Camera is right for you?
AKASO EK7000 is one of the best sports cameras. It captures 4K 25fps, 2.7K 30fps, and ultra HD photos. It gives a clean and sharp video. The frame it can take per second with a 12MP burst are 30. Its resolution is four times better than the conventional cameras that give your memories a real touch. It comes equipped with a wireless remote that fits on your wrist so that you need not hold it every time. Just press a button of remote control right there on your wrist and control your camera. You have full control over your GoPro camera and can make any changes in your camera. Now switch from pictures or videos by just using the remote.
AKASO EK7000 come with two batteries of 1050mAh that are rechargeable and long lasting. You will be able to record up to 90 minutes by using your camera and no need to worry that the battery will shed quickly. This camera comes equipped with HDMI and Wi-Fi that makes picture sharing quick and easy. You only need to download the app to your mobile and can operate the pictures and videos on your smartphone. It is a waterproof camera with a waterproof case. It is manufactured in such a way to handle harsh environmental conditions.
You can carry this camera along with you for any sports especially best for water sporting like swimming, surfing, etc. It has a number of accessories in its box like bicycle stand, USB cable, Helmet mount, clip, AC charger, Tethers, Bandages, Mount and Lens cloth that can be used for outdoor and indoor shoots. There is a manual for you in the box that helps in operating this Go Pro camera.
It is one of the unbeatable action cameras that offers a number of excellent features. It captures high definition 4K videos with 60 frames per second.
You can take 12MP pictures by using GoPro Camera Hero5. Unlike previous cameras of GoPro, this camera has a rear screen that allows people to get a review footage while using it. Hero5 has a touchscreen camera that allows you to change settings easily. It has voice activation feature that makes controlling of camera easy with a bigger battery.
Controlling it is super-easy, you can control the whole camera by a single button. The video quality and picture quality of Hero5 is better as compared to its previous versions.
Hero5 offers three modes for images including single, time-lapse and burst. It has a simple design and sophisticated black colour. It is waterproof but lacks the casing that ancestors had. The waterproof features make it safe even without the case, but still, the camera is more exposed. There is a lens cover on the face of camera that can be removed.
The camera contains a shutter remote with a card reader. The touchscreen is easy to operate and user-friendly. The battery of the camera can be recharged. There is a manual present in the box of Hero5 that makes it easy for you to operate it.
While looking for an affordable Go Pro camera with a set of features than APEMAN Action Camera is here for you. It offers a full HD 1080P video with a 14MP camera lens. Its lens is wide enough with a 170-degree angle.
There is a 2-inch screen with simple settings and controls. You can view videos and pictures with the help of screen while capturing them. It comes equipped with a set of adapters used for battery recharging. APEMAN Action Camera includes a waterproof case that keeps it safe.
APEMAN includes a portable package that makes it easy to carry the camera with you during any event. It has built-in HDMI that allows you to share pictures and videos by connecting it with laptop or PC. It supports SD card of maximum 32GB and can store extra videos without deleting the previous one. The battery capacity of 900mAh timing of the camera is optimal that lasts for 90 minutes. There are two modes available for photo shooting includes single and snapper.
The camera consists of numerous accessories like bicycle stand, helmet base, ribbon, bandage, wire rope, data wire, wiper, and manual.
It is the action Go Pro camera that takes video recording and picture snapping to next level. Nexgadget capture 1080P HD video. It has a 2-inch FHD screen that allows playback of the videos for reviewing them. It can shoot up to 12MP photos.
The lens of the camera is at a 140-degree angle and wide. You can take this action camera along with you for recording extreme sports and outdoor activities. The camera is waterproof with a rugged case. It can stand extreme weather conditions so that none of your moment goes unnoticed and unsaved. You can easily access all the buttons when the case is on.
Nexgadget Action Camera comes equipped with Wi-Fi which is compatible with IOS and Android phones. You just need to download the mobile app and transform your mobile into a remote control. You can customize your phone by changing almost all the settings. It can shoot multiple videos and pictures at a single time.
The picture shooting comes in single and timed modes. You can switch your camera to car mode that turns it on as soon as the car starts. It has an anti-shaking feature that prevents the effect of hand movements. There are a number of mount accessories in the box of the camera including helmet and bike mount. It has cleaning cloth, mat, fixed base, data cable, bandage and back clip.
• The sound quality of the camera can be improved.
It gives you a whole new experience of capturing videos and pictures. It offers full HD 1080P with a sensor and chipset. Two batteries are rechargeable with 900mAh that can record for 90 minutes. You don't have to worry that your battery will end during a recording of videos. The camera is waterproof with a waterproof case that allows you to take it underwater and is a perfect design for extreme sports.
This camera has a wide screen of 2 inches with an ultra-wide angle of 170 degrees. It has a built-in Wi-Fi for sharing of videos and pictures. It supports SD card up to 32 GB. You need to download the camera app on your smartphone for converting it into a remote control. There is a bicycle stand, helmet base, ribbon, bandage, data wire, wiper and manual along with the camera.
It has a fantastic video quality. You can capture videos of 1080P and 720P by using GoPro Hero. While for picture shooting, it offers a 5MP Go Pro camera with three modes including single, timed and burst.
There is a microphone built-in the camera that allows recording of voice along with a video. The hero is designed to handle extreme environmental conditions and waterproof. It is compatible with GoPro software that makes viewing and sharing easy.
It works with all the mount accessories offered by GoPro. Hero supports external memory up to 32 GB that you need to purchase separately.
The hero is user-friendly. By just a single click you can quickly turn it on and start recording. It can take five frames/ second. It works perfectly in low light by switching to low light mode.
The AKASO EK7000  can capture ultra HD 4K videos with 12MP pictures. You can take 30 frame/ second when using the AKASO Go Pro camera.
It comes with a wireless remote control along with the camera that can be attached to your wrist for making it easy to use and carry. You can change framing shots and recording modes by just clicking on the button present on the wireless wrist remote.
It is a sports camera that works great in extreme conditions and challenging sports situations. There is no need to worry about taking the memorable scenes of your favorite sports if you have AKASO EK7000. It is waterproof with a waterproof case that makes it suitable for even sports events held underwater.
The battery of the camera is near to perfect in that can last up to 90 minutes.
There is a built-in Wi-Fi in the camera so that you can share the videos and pictures with your friends. Sharing is easy you just need to download the mobile app.
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Go Pro Camera Hero5 is the perfect small device that offers numerous features at a reasonable price.
It is a smart camera that is small size as compared to the conventional cameras.
It records 4K videos with 10MP pictures. There are three modes available for pictures including single, burst and timed.
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It has voice-recognition feature that allows you to give commands to the camera by using your voice. There is an LCD located on the top of the camera that allows reviewing of the recorded stuff. The interface is simple with basic settings so a newbie can easily operate the camera.
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There are mounts, tapes, wire rope, fixed base, bicycle stand, etc. in the box of the camera.
With the passage of time, as technology is getting better cameras are also getting to next level by increasing the features and design.
The GoPro Camera comes up with new features in each of its cameras so that people can easily differentiate among different cameras. The interface of almost all the cameras of GoPro is user-friendly so that a newbie can easily operate it.
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Jose Abreu after joining Astros: 'Most importantly, I want to win'
HOUSTON (AP) — José Abreu has spent his entire nine-year MLB career with the Chicago White Sox, but Astros owner Jim Crane isn't worried about how the newly signed first baseman will fit in with his teammates in Houston.
"José pulled out his phone last night and had the phone numbers of our entire team," Crane said with a laugh. "So, I guess he knows some of the guys."
Abreu was introduced in Houston on Tuesday after signing a three-year contract with the World Series champions, adding another powerful hitter to a lineup full of them and filling the team's biggest offseason need.
"I just want to be part of a great family," Abreu said in Spanish through a translator. "The last six years I think the Astros have created a great culture, great family here and I want to be a part of that and most importantly I want to win."
He'll take over at first base for Yuli Gurriel, the 2021 AL batting champ who has spent the past seven years with the team. Gurriel is a free agent, but could remain with the team in a utility role. Crane said Tuesday that they are talking with his agent about a new contract.
Abreu has had a good career with the White Sox, winning AL Rookie of the Year in 2014 and being selected the AL MVP in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season when he appeared in all 60 games for Chicago. The 35-year-old is a three-time All-Star and has won three Silver Slugger Awards.
He has hit 30 or more home runs in five seasons and led the AL with 123 RBIs in 2019.
Since his major league debut in 2014, Abreu leads the AL in total bases (2,509) and games played (1,270). He's second in hits (1,445) and RBIs (863) and ranks third in home runs (243).
Crane raved about adding Abreu to a batting order that includes Yordan Alvarez, Alex Bregman, Jose Altuve and Kyle Tucker.
"The numbers speak for themselves," Crane said. "He's been a consistent player for a number of years. And you throw his bat in the lineup and with his statistics, he's going to put some pop in the lineup and that's why we were attracted to him. Plus, he's a first-rate guy."
Abreu said the White Sox offered him a contract to stay, but in the end, he believed joining the Astros was a better decision for him as he tries to add a championship to his resume.
"I'm just coming here to work and give it my all," he said. "There's nothing else I can do."
Abreu joins the Astros after hitting .304 with 15 home runs, 75 RBIs and a career-high 62 walks in 2022. He was asked about finishing with a career-low homers in 2022 after slugging 30 in 2021 and 19 in the shortened 2020 season.
"I think I've spoiled people with all the home runs the last few years," Abreu said. "Obviously I used to hit 30 almost every year. Not saying that it can't happen again (so) I'm excited to be in this ballpark and be part of this family."
Abreu and Gurriel are both from Cuba and played against each other for years in the country's national league before coming to America. He shared his feelings on his relationship with Gurriel and being in the position of replacing him with the Astros.
"I have the utmost respect for Yuli," Abreu said. "I'm just very grateful and I understand that this is part of the business and hopefully he's able to stay in the major leagues."
The 2023 season will be Abreu's 20th as a professional after starting his career in Cuba at age 16 and spending 10 seasons with the Elefantes de Cienfuegos there before signing with the White Sox in 2013.
Aside from winning a title, he shared what he's looking for in his transition to the Astros.
"I just don't want to lose the hunger for baseball," he said. "I think when I lose the hunger for baseball, that's a day that I'm just going to go home."
The White Sox were disappointed to lose Abreu and team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf called him one of the franchise's all-time greats.
"It was my fervent hope that José would never wear another uniform, as I told him many times throughout the years," Reinsdorf said in a statement. "Unfortunately, hope is not always translated into reality. While we ended up in different places in the business side of the game, José and I always shared the same love of baseball. I am grateful to José for his friendship, and the impact he made for the White Sox franchise both on the field and in the community ... his legacy is written in the White Sox record books forever."
The White Sox won't have much time to miss Abreu before they next see him with the team opening the season against the Astros next year on March 30.
"It's only fitting that we're playing the White Sox for opening day," Abreu said. "I'm just going to continue working this whole time and just give it my all."
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Lakewood Ranch couple open faith-based franchise.
by: Jay Heater Managing Editor
When Lakewood Ranch's Kimberly and Glenn Gordon come every day to their new business, Clean Juice, they say a prayer.
No, not that they make money.
What: Clean Juice
Owners: Kimberly and Glenn Gordon
Where: 5215 University Parkway, Sarasota, Unit 104
Hours: 7 a.m.-8 p.m., Mondays-Fridays; 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturdays; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sundays
Information: Go to cleanjuice.com or email [email protected]
Kimberly stresses they run a faith-based business and they want to honor that goal.
"We have a prayer jar in our lobby," Kimberly said. "We welcome prayer requests. The jar happens to be half full right now and it's a big jar. We have the opportunity to take those requests and pray over them. It's another way we serve the community."
Considering the packed house during their grand opening on March 10, they might need a few more jars.
The Gordons decided to own a Clean Juice franchise because it's the only USDA certified organic juice bar in the country.
"This is a big deal," Kimberly said. "Many places can say they are organic, but unless they are certified, they do not have a legal obligation to source all organic products like we do."
Kimberly said Glenn started another franchising opportunity four years ago with The Spice & Tea Exchange. They own three of those businesses in Tarpon Springs, Mount Dora and Venice.
She said living in California led her family to a healthy lifestyle and eventually their current business. They have four children, Tatum, 24; Tanner, 21; Truth, 19; and Timothy, 14.
Tatum is the Clean Juice general manager.
Kimberly said she believes Clean Juice will be successful because it appeals to all generations and she plans to open two more franchises in the area. The couple are currently negotiating to start another franchise near the new Earth Fare in Lakewood Ranch.
"We feel very blessed to live here and serve this community," she said.
The Gordons don't shy away from the heavy competition in the area.
"There is a lot of competition, for sure," Kimberly said. "But there are a lot of people here as well. Smoothies and juicing is a $5 billion industry. The most common ingredients, like berries, leafy greens, cucumbers, celery and coffee found at most juice bars are on the list as some of the most highly contaminated foods on the planet. That is why we believe in being organic. It is the most efficient way to reduce exposure to chemicals and pesticides."
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Foreign Minister engages Opposition MP on Guyana/Venezuela controversy
Minister Todd engages in a discussion with Opposition MP, Ms. Amanza Walton- Desir on the recent detainment of Guyanese fishermen (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation/January 27, 2020)
By Editor On Jan 27, 2021
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, on Wednesday met with Amanza Walton- Desir, Shadow-Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Parliamentary Opposition, during which they discussed the recent actions of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and the Guyana-Venezuela border controversy.
The Foreign Minister provided an update on the detainment of the crew and vessels and the government's efforts to ensure their safe return. Further, the Foreign Minister reiterated the government's position on inclusive governance and called for similar engagements from other Shadow Ministers.
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd and Opposition MP, Amanza Walton- Desir (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation/January 27, 2020)
Walton-Desir expressed the Parliamentary Opposition's firm support on the Guyana- Venezuela border-controversy and registered her concerns about the welfare of the fishermen.
Minister Todd and Walton-Desir echoed the need for a bipartisan approach between government and the opposition, on matters related to the Guyana- Venezuela border controversy and welcomed continued dialogue on the matter. (Modified press release from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation)
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It is good to see that the Opposition is ad unum with the Guyana Government. Go to the IICJ and argue your case and stop this threat of potential invasion while the matter is sub judice and start to feed, clothe and care for your people 5m of whom are seeking respite abroad including in Guyana


Is it okay to ask a great uncle and his family to bring an appetizer to your baby's birthday party?
We were asked by the father of the child to bring an appetizer for the child's first birthday party. We have never heard of this and we foot the bill by ourselves for the parties we give. Is this okay? And if I don't feel like I should have to help support the party, how to I kindly say no?
Thank you for your question. This is quite a dilemma. As family it is great to be invited to a birthday party. It is fun to celebrate and share that time together.
I remember as a young couple it was difficult for us to pay for birthday parties for our children, so we needed to ask for help from our family.
There is a reason they would ask you to bring an appetizer. If you are planning on attending the party you should take one. If you are not going to attend the party, politely tell them you will not be able to.


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Order: Passeriformes | Family: Furnariidae | IUCN Status: Least Concern
Age: Adult | Sex: Unknown | Loc. Amazonian, Peru
Age: Adult | Sex: Unknown | Loc. Guayas, Ecuador
Identification & Behavior: ~22 cm (8.6 in). The Olivaceous Woodcreeper has a gray head, most of the underparts, and part of the mantle. The wing and tail are rufous. It does not have any markings. Birds on the west side of the Andes (Tumbes) are gray or brownish gray. The bill is small and dusky. It forages on trunks and limbs in the midstory and sub-canopy alone or in the company of mixed species flocks. It is a miniature version of the Plain-Brown Woodcreeper but the Olivaceous Woodcreeper shows a contrast between the gray mantle and head and the rufous wing and tail. Also, see Wedge-billed Woodcreeper.
Status: The Olivaceous Woodcreeper is common and widespread in Amazonia where it is known to range up to 1700 m along the foothill of the Andes. It also occurs in the semi-deciduous forest of northwest Peru in Tumbes. The Olivaceous Woodcreeper also occurs in Co, Ec, Br, and Bo.
Name in Spanish: Trepador Oliváceo.
Sub-species: Olivaceous Woodcreeper (Sittasomus griseicapillus aequatorialis), Ridgway, 1891. Pacific coast of South America, from W Ecuador (S from W Esmeraldas) S to extreme NW Peru (Tumbes).
(Sittasomus griseicapillus amazonus), Lafresnaye, 1850. W Amazonia, both N & S of Amazon, from SE Colombia (S from S Meta, Vichada and Guainía) and S Venezuela (W & S Amazonas), S to E Ecuador, E Peru and N & W Brazil (E to R Negro and R Madeira, S to NW Mato Grosso).
(Sittasomus griseicapillus viridis), Carriker, 1935. Amazonian Bolivia (Beni, La Paz, Cochabamba, N & E Santa Cruz).
Meaning of Name: Sittasomus: Sitta= Genus Sitta, Linnaeus, 1758, nuthatch. And Gr. soma, somatos= body. Sittasomus= one that has the body of a Sitta Nuthatch. griseicapillus: L. griseum= grey and capillus= capped or hair of the head.
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"Building Community Across Walls: A History of an Integrated Church Amid a Gentrifying Neighborhood in Charleston, South Carolina" is a study focused upon the integrated history of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, the congregation I serve in downtown Charleston. The church, which was an African American congregation for much of the twentieth century, integrated in the late 1980's following the gentrification of our Ansonborough neighborhood. This ethnographic study, centered upon formal interviews with both black and white members of my church who experienced this integration together, in addition to clergy and community leaders, is an attempt to both accurately share this history and to critically examine it to mine how it might inform St. Stephen's present and future. This study makes the argument that St. Stephen's history of integration must be understood amid the backdrop of urban gentrification and the ways in which this social phenomenon is impacting downtown congregation's like my own.
This project will therefore be critically examining the intersection of race and gentrification and the ways in which these forces impact any church trying to build community across the "walls" of various social boundaries in urban areas. The argument of this thesis is that no such community can be sustained without awareness of these forces and an ongoing and intentional commitment to diversity, to combating racism and the ongoing reality of white supremacy in our country.
This thesis will have four parts. The first part will aim to offer critical background meant to put St. Stephen's story into proper context. Chapter one will detail a short overview of the issue of gentrification and focus specifically on its impact upon African Americans. Chapter two will offer a brief reflection on the significance of the black church to African American identity, culture, and collective memory. This chapter intends to impress upon the reader what is at stake and what is potentially lost when an all-black church wrestles with whether to integrate. These chapters will enable a better understanding and more accurate interpretation of St. Stephen's story of integration.
The St. Stephen's story will be explored through a series of ethnographic interviews I've conducted with nearly twenty-five black and white members of the church – lay and ordained – who lived through that history together. Archival material will also be utilized and woven into a reflection on the interview responses to deepen learnings and glean insights. Prior to parts two, three, and four pertaining to St. Stephen's, a brief author's note will appear. This note will include a fuller description of my interview sample and size along with an acknowledgement of potential biases and the fallibility inherent in a project based upon memory.
The second part will outline and detail St. Stephen's history leading up to integration. It will include a third chapter that consists of a short early history of my parish and a fourth chapter laying out St. Stephen's eventful African American history from the early decades of the twentieth century to the late 1980's. Chapter five will include a description of the gentrification of the church's Ansonborough neighborhood through historic preservation efforts, spearheaded by the Historic Charleston Foundation, that led to the integration of the parish.
Part three will focus on the parish's intentional integration. Chapters six through thirteen will constitute the heart of this thesis: an accounting of St. Stephen's late 1980's to early 1990's collective experience and a critical reflection upon its successes, points of tension, and missed opportunities.
Part four will consist of a detailed accounting of St. Stephen's story since its integrative period in chapter fourteen and fifteen. Chapters sixteen, seventeen, and eighteen will include reflections upon the what the lessons of our past offer us today. I will then highlight a few significant questions for further study and reflection in chapters nineteen and twenty followed by a conclusion.
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Shoemaker, Adam James (2019). "Building Community Across Walls: A History of an Integrated Church Amid a Gentrifying Neighborhood in Charleston, South Carolina". Dissertation, Duke University. Retrieved from https://hdl.handle.net/10161/20222.


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The hotel is aiming to become a tourist destination
UK - Based in the heart of the Lake District, in Bowness-on Windermere, The Ro is a new hotel with a big personality. This new venue is aiming to become a destination for both tourists and locals alike.
The Ro prides itself on its chic design, coupled with familiar and friendly 'northern' service. As part of the development, owners 7 Hospitality Management brought in APM Design to deliver the interior design scheme for the hotel. APM Design then appointed custom sign specialists Sutton Creative to the project, to produce the signage package. Working from the approved branding document, Sutton Creative created a variety of options for the wayfinding and exterior signage to fit in with both the client and the designer's expectations.
Speaking of the partnership, Andy McCluskey, Design Director at APM Design said: "We have worked with Andrew Sutton for many years, and we value his experience, creativity and eye for detail.
"During The Ro project, Sutton Creative fully understood the ethos for the new interior concept, and together with the new branding package they created a series of ideas and material physical samples. This greatly assisted the client and the design team in the decision-making process.
"The whole process was carried out efficiently, with Sutton Creative working closely with the client to deliver the package on time and to budget."
Andrew Sutton, director at Sutton Creative, added: "We were honoured to be asked to produce signage for such a beautiful building. The Ro is a stand-out hotel in a unique location, and we are proud to have played a part in creating the finished product."
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A Brief History of the Battery
This entry was posted on September 17, 2013 by Avel Ureno.
Electricity. Can you imagine a world without it? We have become so dependent on electricity these days it's probably difficult to consider a world where a battery simply did not exist. In the mid-1800s electricity was discovered and has remained one of the most novel findings the world has ever experienced. There is some discussion that the use of electricity goes back even further with the discovery of (what appeared to be) a prehistoric battery, known as the Parthian Battery, believed to be 2,000 years old. However, many scientists have conflicting views over whether this "battery" was actually used as a source of energy. That being said, it remains that the first invented electric battery was founded in 1800 by Alessandro Volta.
The Volt that would Change the World
Alessandro Volta's breakthrough determined that specific substances could consistently produce electrical power when used as a conductor, which led to the first voltaic cell the world had ever seen, or as we call it today, the battery. Volta revealed this possibility of an endless stream of electric current to the Royal Society of London and the Institute of France, where his ideas were welcomed and encouraged. Over the next few years, inventors began testing and experimenting with the voltaic cell and innovative discoveries soon followed. Some of these included improved battery designs, the discovery of electrolysis and the first battery used for mass production.
Recharging Made Possible
In 1859, Gaston Planté, a French physicist, developed the first rechargeable battery. Astonishingly enough, his rechargeable system, based on lead acid, is still used today.
Swedish inventor, Waldmar Jungner, invented the first nickel-cadmium battery, or NiCd, in 1899. To produce the positive electrode, the power source used nickel while cadmium created the negative conductor. Unfortunately, the material cost to produce this type of battery was significantly high. Sequentially, Thomas Edison invented an alternate design by using iron in place of the cadmium. The battery was more affordable, but its performance was poor, and this limited its success.
In 1932, Shlecht and Ackermann developed higher load currents by creating the sintered pole plate. The invention increased the NiCd battery's longevity. The NiCd device was the only transportable rechargeable battery for many years. However, during the 1990s, Earth activists in Europe began to worry about the power source contaminating the environment when thoughtless disposal developed into a common problem. To try and counter this problem, the activists requested an upgrade to nickel-metal-hydride, or NiMH, which is safer for the planet. Developments are being made to improve the specific energy and power of these batteries to potentially offer as a environmentally friendly option to the more commonly used lithium-ion battery.
Where does this leave us Today?
Today, researchers are constantly working to improve lithium-ion batteries. These batteries now provide fuel for smartphones, digital cameras and laptops along with medical equipment and power tools. Furthermore, other industries are beginning to use the technology. For instance, car manufacturers currently install a Li-ion battery in electric vehicles. Benefits of Li-ion batteries include its high-energy source, ability to charge easily and little maintenance requirements.
The history of the battery is extensive, and this was a mere touch upon the story of its developments. It's story continues to grow as the technology is every day evolving. Developers continue to advance this amazing power source and as a result, we are graced with ever-improving batteries that foster efficiency.
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One of my biggest issues with the 'Infinity War snap' was the impact it lacked, knowing full well that all of these characters would be back regardless for the next Avengers film. Especially when you consider the characters with sequels in the works. So here we arrive at Spider-Man, all alive and well again. There have been some complaints that they shouldn't have shown any of this. It should all be under wraps until Endgame is released. But why? We know these characters are coming back! Sony have the right to promote their movie, especially considering the release is this Summer.
Anyway, away from all the bigger picture stuff, we have our first look at the new Spider-Man movie. For me, the trailer worked from start to finished. Tonally it was on point, with a nice build up to establish the story outline. The cast is great, and the humour is brilliant throughout. I don't think the "Peter Parker here to pick up a passport please" is getting the attention it deserves. So funny. We also get a look a a few new suits, I'm loving the new main suit with the black, and of course seeing the stealth suit was a nice to see. One of the main things I took from the trailer was the music. I LOVED the Spider-Man theme. It worked so well in the trailer, and the crescendo at the title screen when it all comes together just rounded off the trailer nicely.
This perfectly executed, yet subtle, moment hammers home how they handled the 'Uncle Ben' situation in Civil War and Homecoming. We've seen the origin so many times now, that's why bypassing it and having Peter already at the 'powers stage' made these films so much more entertaining and fresh. This whole packing scene packs quite the punch, as you can see he is torn between the duties of Spider-Man and just wanting to be with his friends. It's that conflict that made the first film have a much deeper and meaningful message.
Motherf… it's Nick Fury! Looks like he makes it out of Avengers: Endgame too!
It's a classic Fury introduction. Off camera, lurking in the shadows, with the cool voice of Samuel L Jackson instantly grabbing your attention. So it would appear that Nick Fury is tracking a potential problem in Europe, and luckily enough for him he has an Avenger right on his door step to call on. Likewise in Homecoming, I think it's another smart move by Sony to work alongside Disney and the MCU. We also know that Happy Hogan (Jon Favreau) and Maria Hill (Cobie Smulders) are also in the movie. So it's just such a no brainer to work in partnership like this. Everyone wins.
Peter hot-footing it around Europe should make for a visually exciting movie. We are treated to a range of iconic buildings and locations, and as we see with Tower Bridge, seeing them in the midst of superhero conflict just adds to the scale of the film.
It's a brave move to take Spidey out of the neighborhood, but I think it's needed to widen the scale of the franchise. Up until now we've only really seen this in his adventures in the Disney movies. The previous cinematic adaptions were also very localised, so heading 'far from home' is a positive step.
We know that the film is set to feature "Elementals", so have we just got our first glimpse of Hydron (water), Magnum (earth) and Hellfire (fire)? I mean it looks that way, though the initial group in the comics featured all four elements, and I haven't yet spotted Zephyr (wind) in the trailer. Hopefully she is and that they are keeping her under wraps.
It looks like Peter is going to have his hands full with the group of enemies, but he might not be fighting them alone… – So lets move on to my personal trailer highlight!
It's safe to say, Mysterio is one of my favourite Spider-Man villains. So when it was announced they had cast Jake Gyllenhaal, I was quietly optimistic that they were going to do the character justice. The way he is introduced to us in this trailer was perfect. He arrives in a puff of smoke then gets straight to work in tackling Hydron. What i'm interested in is why. Is it all a set up? Introduce Mysterio as a hero, but with a darker motive? We know SFX is his game, so is this all engineered, but why? The motives are intriguing. They have a lot of scope to play with and it's very clearly from the little glimpse we've seen so far, and on social media, Gyllengaal has really bought into the role.
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Linking Present to Past
The Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Peace Prize is recognized as one of the most prestigious global awards. Each year the Norwegian Nobel Committee selects a winner. The award is given to both individuals and organizations who receive substantial monies to continue their work.
In recent years the Nobel Prize committee recognized that in order to create a peaceful society certain conditions must prevail. One is a healthy environment made sustainable by a commitment to its preservation. This is the criteria with which they awarded their 2004 prize to Kenyan Wangari Maathia. The committee also has stretched the traditional bounds of the peace prize to include various advocacy issues. In 2003 it awarded Shirin Ebadi of Iran in acknowledgement of her courage in her struggles for human rights and democracy in Iran.
Bertha von Suttner (1843-1914) in 1905 became the first female recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. Her father was a count in the Austrian military. She was well educated and considered an intellectual. Married to Arthur von Suttner against the wishes of his parents, she and her husband became journalists who wrote about the increasing ethnic conflicts in Russia and Central Europe. In 1889 she published a book, "Lay Down Your Arms," which detailed the effects of war, the growing militarism of Europe, and the problem of extreme nationalism. In spite of being controversial, the book became extremely popular; it was translated into 12 languages and reprinted many times. von Suttner came to the decision that an international tribunal was needed to arbitrate conflicts which might lead to war. She became a popular speaker, and founded the Austrian Peace Society.
"Lay Down Your Arms" influenced Alfred Nobel too, who on his death left his entire fortune to create the foundation which annually honors men and women who made outstanding contributions toward peace. Bertha, who had first met Alfred in 1876 when his invention of dynamite had brought him his great wealth, is credited with convincing him to offer the prize for peace. It seems clear that he wished Bertha to become the prize's first female recipient, which occurred in 1905.
Bertha von Suttner died while organizing the international peace congress that was to be held in Vienna in August, 1914. The year 2005 is the 100th anniversary of the Nobel Peace Prize award to Bertha von Suttner. In Europe, various events are planned to celebrate it.
For a list of women winners of the Nobel Peace Prize click here
For a essay "Peace as an Early Woman's Issue" click here
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HMV finds a saviour, but what's next for the high street chain?
In recent weeks it was revealed that HMV had entered administration for the second time in less than a decade. Fortunately, Canadian firm Sunrise Records, led by Doug Putman, have stepped in and confirmed they are to buy up the company however some stores will face a closure.
Putman and Sunrise records had previously bought the Canadian arm of HMV and have successfully managed to keep the chain working in North America.
The company bought the leases to the Canadian chains stores and took on the stock and staff of the brand whilst maintaining the Sunrise branding.
Putman has confirmed plans to increase the vinyl record stock in stores and there are definitely more ideas and restructuring being looked at to keep the brand going.
Personally, in a climate of challenging time for high street brands, you need to give people a reason to truly spend the extra time and interest to come to your brand. Increasing the vinyl stock inside store is something HMV have done as the market share of vinyl has increased, especially after the first take over this decade.
Regardless, whilst that was a good practice back in 2012 to start, in 2019 the market has started to stall and home media has become far smaller and far more selective. With streaming platforms succeeding because of their convenience and their will to take risks with projects, distributors for home media and stores are facing a challenging time.
HMV failed to localise their stores enough after the first stage of problems. By building a community feel and supporting role in the local talents would benefit their presence upon the high street. Realistically the stores that are going to disappear first are the ones that are redundant due to location and footfall, or due to the local community and the unionship of the local musicians and filmmakers.
Merchandise is more prevalent in stores these days, however it would be interesting to see what the crossover is between those that shop at places like Forbidden Planet to those that shop at HMV. The 'nerdy' merchandise HMV sell feels far less sincere and less appealing to the cross-over audience of these two brands. They will need to spread their wings to better accommodate more groups of fans and to gain a better finger on the genres and trends that are coming up.
It'll be interesting to see how the company is either merged with Sunrise or maintains the HMV branding and what steps it will take to maintain itself. In a world where independent record stores are succeeding it displays the importance of knowing the community and offering up more than just a place to buy the latest series of Game of Thrones and a doormat that says 'Hold the Door'.
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We have all heard the old adage, Cash is King, ever so often. But, for small and medium-sized businesses, it is a struggle to generate surplus cash, especially in the early years. With long payment cycles and increasingly frequent tax payouts, cash reserves for businesses are shrinking day by day.
Recently, we wrote a blog article on raising equity financing by diluting promoter shareholding. However, your business can also raise funds without you having to sell off your shares, by raising debt. The traditional way in which business owners mitigate working capital deficit is by using lines of credit through overdraft and cash-credit products from banks. However, this has its limitations as well and is often a function of the collateral provided.
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Slew of legislative changes would give government greater bargaining power, eliminate dedicated funds
Janet French
Allowing replacement workers during a strike or lockout and giving government the power to tell doctors where to work in Alberta are among 35 proposed changes in two pieces of omnibus legislation introduced Monday.
To enact myriad changes proposed in Thursday's provincial budget, the government needs to amend 26 pieces of legislation, introduce three new acts and repeal the City Charters Fiscal Framework Act.
"If passed, these bills will be another step in creating fundamental change to address government overspending and rethink how government delivers programs and services that Albertans depend on," Finance Minister Travis Toews said Monday afternoon.
Opposition NDP finance critic Shannon Phillips said the moves will cause labour chaos, make Albertans pay more for inferior services, pick fights with doctors and take more money from municipalities.
Bills 20 and 21 would give government the ability to freeze indexation on income tax brackets and benefits such as Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH).
Here's a breakdown of some intended changes:
Public sector workers
The government proposes to reverse a ban on replacement workers introduced in 2016 by the former NDP government spurred by a 2015 Supreme Court ruling. Currently, if employees have an essential services agreement, which guarantees a minimum number of workers stay on the job during a strike or lockout, employers can't bring in temporary workers during job action.
Proposed also is giving government "greater oversight" on collective bargaining with public sector workers, allowing them to determine how long an agreement would be in place and survey other jurisdictions to see what comparable workers are paid elsewhere. Toews said it would give government the final say on collective agreements between workers and publicly funded agencies, such as universities.
Guy Smith, president of the Alberta Union of Public Employees, said Monday the proposal "flies in the face" of essential services agreements, which are supposed to protect workers' right to strike. Allowing employers to bring in replacements takes away striking workers' only power, he said, and could lead to more lockouts.
"It seems to me that this government is bound and determined to undermine the free collective bargaining process," he said.
Government also wants to expand the maximum severance payments to out-of-scope workers. The change would allow severance of up to 78 weeks' pay, rising from 43, to avoid legal action.
Thursday's budget contained no wiggle room for public sector pay raises in the next four years. Legislation that delayed arbitration with several unions expires on Thursday.
Bill 21, the Ensuring Fiscal Sustainability Act, would give the health minister the power as of 2022 to put limits on a doctor's licence or billing number, so doctors can only practice in certain parts of Alberta.
This move would be to address a shortage of rural doctors. It would also allow government to unilaterally break its agreement with the Alberta Medical Association if negotiation is unsuccessful.
Benefits and tax credit changes
The bills would amend five pieces of legislation to pause indexation of income taxes and benefits. Tax brackets will not rise with inflation, and payments from AISH, employment and income supports, the seniors' lodge program and Alberta Seniors' Benefit will stay fixed for now.
About 66,000 people receive AISH benefits. Freezing indexation on AISH is expected to save $7 million this year, and as much as $101.5 million a year by 2022-23. Freezing income supports payments will save $42.2 million a year by 2022-23.
Corporate tax credits for interactive digital media, capital investment, economic development, investors, and scientific research and experimental development will be axed.
Post-secondary students
The government would suspend the cap on tuition and instead limit tuition increases to seven per cent, per year, for three years.
Interest rates on student loans would rise, which government predicts will generate $20 million in savings.
Education and tuition tax credits would also be plucked from the Alberta Personal Income Tax Act.
City charters gone
Much to the ire of Alberta's big-city mayors, Bill 20, The Fiscal Measures and Taxation Act, will repeal a long-fought for city charters agreement with Edmonton and Calgary. That budget promise immediately cost the City of Edmonton $150 million in already-approved infrastructure funding.
The bill would replace the charters with a Local Government Fiscal Framework Act, which would change the way municipal construction projects are funded, beginning in 2022-23. In the first year, Edmonton and Calgary would share $445 million — down from the previously promised $500 million — and other municipalities would now have a crack at a $405-million fund.
The bill would also create a new act to alter how Edmonton and Calgary receive transit funds from government. Money for LRT lines was delayed in the budget and the cities lost a promise of a future $200 million that was to come from the now-defunct carbon tax.
The city charters were going to boost, or reduce, infrastructure funding to Edmonton and Calgary at the same rate as growth in provincial revenue. The new deal would halve that money.
After Thursday's budget, Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson met with Municipal Affairs Minister Kaycee Madu to make his case for keeping future funding tied to 100 per cent of government revenue. Without it, the city will fall further behind in meeting the city's needs, Iveson said.
"He understands it does have a tangible impact for the longterm," Iveson said Monday. "It shouldn't affect the government's path to balance but it would be a gesture that would go a long way in restoring the injury to our relationship between municipalities, particularly Edmonton and Calgary, and the Government of Alberta."
Funds dissolved
Facing elimination is the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Fund, which provided $150 million a year for emergencies such as fighting wildfires. More money for emergencies would be available from a new $700-million pot of money for disaster assistance. The Access to the Future Fund — a fund that matched donations to universities that was paused in 2015 — along with the Alberta Cancer Prevention Legacy Fund and the Lottery Fund would be eliminated, their money going into general revenue. Government will maintain the previous contributions to most of those programs.
Other measures in the legislation include creating a new tax credit for film and television, increased tax on cigarettes and consolidating the Alberta child benefit and Alberta family employment tax credit into one new program, the Alberta child and family benefit.
With files from Dustin Cook
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