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Jarren Frame Is An Artist You Need To Check Out
Jarren Frame is a South African-born painter who is taking the New York art world by storm – selling out his first collection, "Bond, James Bond," even without a notable showing.
Frame learned to paint as a child in South Africa from his grandfather Philip Frame — a Sunday painter and founder of Frame Textiles Group (one time the largest blanket manufacturing business in the world). Philip would teach his grandson to paint flowers on weekends, igniting a spark leading to a successful career that kicked off in October 2017 where he first exhibited with photographer Peter Cary Peterson at The SIXTY SoHo Hotel.
He then released his first collection of 33 acrylic-on-wood pieces featuring the recontextualization of vintage James Bond imagery over modern-day landscapes. The idea was born during a trip to Sardinia, where the 1977 classic film The Spy Who Loved Me was shot. All 33 pieces sold out within a year, attracting a number of bold-face name buyers such as Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers, Barron Hilton and a who's who of hoteliers including Jason Pomeranc and Jason Strauss. His work is currently on display in prominent properties such as Surf Lodge, Faena Hotel Miami Beach, Casa Apicii and Casa Malca Tulum, The Gramercy Park Hotel, The Bowery Hotel and MAMO.
He is currently working on a new series of 33 acrylic-on-canvas pieces titled "Colors," inspired by the meaning we assign to colors and the overwhelming amount of data coming at us every day. "Colors" will debut in NYC next month.
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The Real Men of Genius Are Back
Do you remember Bud Light's, "Real Men of Genius" campaign from the late 90s and early 2000s? If not, here's a quick reminder. Bud Light is updating this iconic campaign with a twist for the modern age by celebrating the people who make social media and the internet great, renaming it "Internet Heroes of Genius."
This morning, seven "Internet Heroes of Genius" spots will rolled out on Bud Light's YouTube channel including Online Encyclopedia Hero, Snapchat Lens Hero and Person That Still Uses Middle School Email. Additionally fans have the opportunity to share their internet achievements by tweeting at Bud Light for a chance to receive a custom salute throughout the day.
"The 'Real Men of Genius' campaign is one campaign that our Bud Light followers have continued to reference in memes, gifs and social content, so after years of requesting for it's return, it was only right we pay the tribute and raise a digital glass to today's real internet heroes," says Conor Mason, Bud Light Digital Director.
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Patrick McCaw Gives His Raptors Teammates A Royally Cool Gift
In honor of Toronto's Big win, three-peat Champion Patrick McCaw is gifting the 2019 championship team with a bottle of Crown Royal XR – one of Crown Royal's rarest and most celebrated whiskies.
McCaw had the following to say about the team's accomplishment:
"It's been a historic journey for this team and I'm proud to have been a part of it. Above all, I'm grateful for my teammates and for their determination to be crowned the 2019 Champions, so I'm gifting each of them with a bottle of Crown Royal XR, an extra rare whisky that's made right here in our own backyard in Canada. Cheers to a great season and I look forward to what's next for this team."
Hennessy x Felipe Pantone Unveil NEW Collab for V.S Limited Edition
Hennessy's newest artist collaboration with world-renowned artistic pioneer, Felipe Pantone, for the 9th annual V.S Limited Edition release.
Hitting shelves this July, the Argentine-Spanish contemporary artist's design embodies themes of his signature work: kinetic art, installations, graffiti and design, characterized by the use of bold colors, geometrical patterns and Op Art elements. The Hennessy V.S Limited Edition by Felipe Pantone is based on the artist's original artwork "W-3 Dimensional Three Stars," a piece inspired by Hennessy's past.
Pantone's visual language resonates in a collision of mesmerizing color, bold graphics and 3D illusions, while his technique explores an appreciation of history that is constantly being transformed by forward-looking technology. The bottle is the latest in Hennessy's series of collaborations with internationally renowned artists previously including JonOne, KAWS, Futura, Shepard Fairey, Ryan McGinness, and most recently, Vhils.
Smirnoff Starts Up The Fun FUND
Smirnoff Seltzer is launching the Fun FUND. The Smirnoff Seltzer Fun FUND is as simple as it sounds – it will pay for the fun stuff consumers want to do this summer!
By now you've probably heard, Smirnoff Seltzer teamed up with pool float company FUNBOY to bring one of the hottest pool floats of the summer. All net profits from the sales of those floats will go towards the Smirnoff Seltzer Fun FUND, with the goal of funding consumers' fun all summer long.
Have you been dreaming of taking that once-in-a-lifetime trip to Greece but haven't quite kicked the iced coffee habit long enough to save for it? Or maybe you've been dying to throw your puppy the birthday party of his dreams. Or maybe you're like me and would love to spend a long weekend on a yacht with your BFFs. Whatever you've been dreaming of doing this summer, it is now possible thanks to the Smirnoff Seltzer Fun FUND!
Entering for the Smirnoff Seltzer Fun FUND is easy for anyone interested in having their fun funded this summer! All you have to do is go to @SmirnoffUS on Instagram or Facebook and let them know how much money you need and what summer fun activities you'd use the money for in the comment section of the most recent Fun FUND post. Winners will be awarded continuously all summer.
We Got Your Plans For National Dive Bar Day
In honor of National Dive Bar Day on July 7, alternative rock band The Kills (Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince) teamed up with Seagram's 7 Crown to re-release two songs they re-mastered exclusively for dive bar jukeboxes across the country in an effort to encourage people to support these beloved hangouts so they live to see another day.
For one day only on National Dive Bar Day on July 7, Blue Moon and Night Train will be available to play on TouchTunes jukeboxes for free at dive bars across America. They'll also be cut for the very first time in the U.S. on a limited edition 7" vinyl record and released at some of the band's favorite dives in these seven cities: Seattle, Denver, Dallas, Nashville, Jacksonville, New York City and Sacramento.
The re-released versions were re-mastered specifically for the dive bar jukebox, honoring the laid-back and often historic hidden gems where The Kills got their start. In fact, both songs were written in dive bars and by giving them new energy it was the band's way of personally thanking dive bars everywhere for playing such an instrumental role in their lives and career.
Get Your Dad Cooking The Right Way This Fathers Day
If you are looking to get something unique for dear ol' dad might we suggest the Big Green Egg is 10 cooking styles in one. You can bake, smoke, BBQ, Stew, Braise, Roast, Stir-Fry, Sear, Grill and Griddle. The possibilities are endless with the EGG. There's no need for multiple products when one stands the test of time. From crisping appetizers and entrees to sweetening desserts, the Big Green Egg EGGceeds expectations. It delivers EGGcellent taste with simplicity. Simple-to-use and quick to heat up, Big Green Egg whips up a full three-course meal.
If pizza is your dad's thing then check out the Roccbox Pizza Oven - Elevate your outdoor parties with the newly available tabletop stone oven, Roccbox, that bakes a perfect pizza in 60 seconds. With a pop of lime green color and the performance of dancing flames, Roccbox becomes the center of the party. Roccbox is a beautiful tool to complement any outdoor kitchen. And, there's a theater of dining that comes with a Roccbox oven: the flames, the heat and watching food rise and sear as if in fast forward. All the while, working to produce a quick pie that will feed a large group.
Budweiser Looks To Support All Dads
This Father's Day, Budweiser wants to shine an unexpected light on fatherhood and toast stepfathers that stepped up. Budweiser created an emotional short film that documents heartfelt stories of three real families as they surprise their dads by officially removing the "step" from their stepfather titles. The film is a tribute to all dads who step up for their families every day.
Furthermore, Budweiser is inviting fans to tell their stories of a father who stepped up. For every comment on the film in social media, Budweiser will donate $1 to the Stepfamily Foundation, a nonprofit that supports blended families.
"On a day when the world celebrates fathers, Budweiser wants to shine an unexpected light on fatherhood. That's why this Father's Day, Budweiser is toasting stepfathers who love their stepchildren like their own." – Monica Rustgi, Vice President of Marketing for Budweiser
The film features three real families as the children surprise their dads by officially removing the "step" from their stepfather titles.
· Victor and Mark: Victor was in middle school when he was introduced to Mark and as any teenager would, he had a hard time accepting a new authority figure in his life. As Victor grew up, he began to realize his resentment was unnecessary, and he quickly grew to accept Mark as his dad and even, a friend. Despite his best efforts to play it cool, Victor makes an emotional ask for Mark to become his dad.
· Chloe and Randall: Growing up in Vallejo, CA, Chloe had gotten accustomed to her life living alone with her mom. When Chloe was nine, her mom met Randall and she immediately resented him and tried to push him away. But he never stopped trying and eventually, Chloe grew to see him as 'dad'. And so with this film, 16 years later, Chloe made the decision to ask Randall to officially adopt her.
· Shaelyn & Paul: Shealyn met Paul when she was only six, and she did all but make it easy for him to win her over. But Paul was there to stay and never gave up on showing that to Shaelyn, going above and beyond to prove his love for both her and her mom. Eventually, he won her over. And now, more than 25 years later and in advance of her own nuptials, Shaelyn made their relationship official by asking Paul to legally adopt her.
Crown Royal Releases Another Award-Winning Noble Collection
The fourth release in Crown Royal's award-winning Noble Collection, this limited-edition expression combines the smoothness of Crown Royal Deluxe with rich dark notes of caramel, vanilla and fruit along with a body and structure that can only be achieved through French Oak. Sip neat or on the rocks to experience the captivating character that only French oak can have on our signature blend. Crown Royal Noble Collection French Oak Cask Finished is now available in select markets nationwide.
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Nothing beats a warm summer day with your special someone and an ice-cold can of Rosè to help beat the heat. National Rosè Day is quickly approaching and with Smirnoff's 4 different Rosè flavors, we have just the 0 sugar beverage for you. Even if you don't normally reach for the Rosè, why not join in on the holiday fun?
Smirnoff Seltzer offers a delicious, refreshing-tasting Rosè without the hassle (or extra calories) and you don't even need a wine opener! Smirnoff Seltzer recently launched the new Four Ways to Rosè variety pack which features twelve cans of the most delicious Rosè flavors including brand new White Peach Rosè, Strawberry Rosè, Pink Apple Rosè and the fan favorite from last summer, Raspberry Rosè. The perfect fit for everyone, Smirnoff Seltzer's new Rosè flavors are 90 calories and ZERO SUGAR—no need to use a cheat day to enjoy!
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Tel: +33 (0)5 5634 5000.
There are regular bus services to the city centre taking about 30-45 minutes. Taxis are available outside the airport.
Car hire firms Avis, Budget, Europcar and Hertz, among others, operate from the airport.
Airport facilities include a number of bars, shops and restaurants, as well as travel agencies and tour operators. ATMs and bureaux de change are also available. The airport has good facilities for disabled passengers; those with special needs are advised to let their airline know in advance.
There are express, short-term and long-term parking options available at Bordeaux Airport. Parking lot P1 is located within easy walking distance of the terminal building; P4 is the most cost-effective for long-term parking. There is a free shuttle service linking outlying P4 to the terminal building.


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YouTube Has New Parental Controls That Let You Monitor Screen Time
Here's how it works.
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Kaitlin Gates · September 21, 2018
Let's face it — kids are a lot smarter than some of us give them credit for. My best friend's son is only 2 years old, but he can navigate my phone better than I could navigate a Tamagotchi when I was 10. He can play music, take selfies and play videos on YouTube. In fact, he could do it all even before his second birthday.
While I, of course, am biased and think he is the smartest (and cutest!) little guy to ever exist, he is likely not alone in the world of toddlers who can operate iPhones and Xboxes and all the things it takes us adults a little time to master. And that is precisely why a little thing called parental controls is so important.
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While it's obviously a good thing for children to learn about the technology we use daily, it can be all too easy for them to find content you'd rather they not see. Thankfully, YouTube can now be one less thing to worry about. They recently announced new controls for their YouTube Kids category, including parent-approved content.
In an announcement posted to the website, YouTube says the parental controls were "highly requested" and the change allows parents to pick every video and channel their children have access to on the app. The new controls are available on Android and will soon be available for iOS.
Enabling the new feature is easy. Simply go to "settings," click on your child's profile and select "approved content only." From there, you can choose any video, channel or collection of channels by simply tapping the "+" button. Once the parental mode is enabled, children will not be able to search for content on their own.
Along with these control changes, YouTube Kids also now includes additional content (like music and games) geared toward 8–12-year-olds. Parents can choose this "older" version when setting up or updating an account. The "younger" version is the default setting and includes content like sing-alongs and age-appropriate learning videos.
Will you be using YouTube's new parental control feature?
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Kaepernick effect: Taking a knee in high school sports
By Sara Sidner, CNN
Colin Kaepernick creates friction in hometown
It's not just moneyed NFL players expressing their frustration
High school football players are joining in as well
Political football has a whole new meaning since 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick refused to stand during the national anthem.
It's not just the moneyed NFL players expressing their frustration over police brutality and racism in America, the protests are appearing under the glare of Friday night lights.
High school football just got political.
In Seattle, it wasn't just the players but Garfield High School's entire team, coaches and all who took a knee as the anthem blared.
It was a decision made after lengthy discussions about the racial injustices they've witnessed across America. Similar to Kaepernick's stance, the coach dispelled the idea that the protest was against American troops.
"We respect people in the armed forces, the Army, the Navy. We can't say anything clearer than that. This is not a disrespectful movement. And I think that's kind of a smokescreen not to deal with the issues," Coach Joey Thomas said.
Several players on the opposing team took a knee as well, even some people in the stands.
'All season until we see a change'
In West Virginia, three girls on the WVU tech volleyball team took a knee to take a stand on the issue and support Kaepernick's right to protest..
When the Star-Spangled Banner blared out from the football field in San Mateo, CA, the San Francisco Mission High School football players gathered together and all but one took a knee.
The player left standing held his fist in the air just as gold medalist Tommie Smith and Bronze medalist John Carlos did during the 1968 Olympics.
Smith and Carlos were sent home from the Olympics for politicizing the games but the Mission High football players say they're not going to stop.
"All season until we see a change we're going to keep on challenging people to join us," Cheko Wells said.
Wells says they are doing it not only to support Kaepernick, but to highlight what they say are injustices that must change. They realize their actions will be criticized as well as praised.
"We do think about the consequences that can happen after the game, I'm going to get boos and negative energy," Wells said. "But it's like it really don't matter. If it's right, then its right."
Kaepernick's hometown, divided
Two hours drive northwest of the Mission High Football Game, the scene and sentiment were much different on the field where Kaepernick's alma mater, Pittman High, was about to take the field.
All the members of the football team stood stick straight, hands over hearts, facing the flag. No one even leaned, never mind taking a knee.
In Kaepernick's hometown of Turlock, CA, their native son's protest has sparked emotionally-charged conversation.
"I think it was really disrespectful. And I think uh, I think he's an idiot," resident Joshua Smith said as he drove by in his work truck.
At Main Street Footers hotdog eatery, the Kaepernick dog or KC7 as it was also known, has been stricken from the menu.
Just as creating the Kaepernick hotdog was a business decision that worked wonders for publicity, co-owner Glenn Newsum said, taking it off the menu was also a business decision.
"One of the nice things about our country is you get to make choices but we didn't want to become a political football. We could already see it was going to develop that way," Newsum said.
Just up the street at Jura's Pizza Parlor, Kaepernick's jersey still sits where it has for several years. The owner, Papiola Aghassi, says it's not coming down even after some customers demanded just that.
She has lost a couple of customers over it. One couple got up to leave, informing her they were doing it because a family member served in the military and died for the country.
"We've been in this community a really long time and tried to serve it well. So it hurt a little bit."
Wearing a sparkling black and gold Dancing with the Turlock Stars' T-shirt, one of the big fundraisers in town Aghassi supports, she said, "Loyalty means something in Turlock. And I'm going to be loyal to the hometown boy."
She is quick to point out that she doesn't support his method of protest but she will not turn her back on him. It is his right as an American.
'There are three camps'
Frankie Tovar used to play against Colin Kaepernick from Pop Warner football all the way through high school.
'We weren't close friends but from what I saw he's a good guy. Not known for partying hard or anything like that. He was very driven," Tovar said.
Tovar came back from college to become a sports reporter in the town and is now a multimedia journalist for the Turlock Journal. He knows this town and its sporting culture.
"There are three camps when it comes to Colin. Those who wholeheartedly support Colin, they believe in his message and method. Others say they agree with his message but not his method. And then of course there's the group of people who don't agree with him on any level," Tovar said.
Turlock resident and Navy veteran Veronica Mora recoiled as she sat at Jura's Pizza Parlor, remembering the first time Kaepernick stayed seated during the national anthem.
"I was very disgusted and disappointed. It hurt. It hurt. I believe in the flag. I believe in the United States of America," Mora said.
There are residents in his hometown who support Kaepernick and think he's just trying to make America a more just place. Those we talked to didn't want their name printed in an article.
"It's generated a discussion and I think that's what he wanted. So I mean in that essence I think he's got what he's going for," Tovar said.
Census Bureau numbers show Turlock's population is more than 50% white, nearly 40% Hispanic, and less than 2% African-American. Its economy is still very much tied to agriculture. Fields of almond trees surround the city. With about 72,000 people and growing, the downtown still has a small town feel. Friendly people, and mom and pop shops, still reign here.
A state college brings in students from far and wide.
For those who say Kaepernick isn't the same guy he was when he lived in Turlock, Tovar says they're right. He's evolved and changed just like most of us do from high school to adulthood.
What surprised his old high school football rival wasn't the fact that Kaepernick protested because he says Kaepernick's instagram over the years gave you a glimpse into his social stance.
What surprised him is that Kaepernick was willing to take such a public stand and face intense scrutiny and backlash.
"Most athletes wouldn't want to do that," Tovar said.
CNN's Traci Tamura contributed to this report.


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Without messy surface sprays, odor, liquids or mists. Interior treatments are applied inside the walls where there is no exposure to the occupants. New technology has produced odorless products with very low toxicity, at application rates. In fact it is less harmful than most household cleaning chemicals. Long lasting treatments without inconvenient monthly service appointments. Service calls within 1 to 2 business days.
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In this guide I'll show you how to make your Element LA5 look more realistic, by using the Tamiya Weathering Master Kit C.
This isn't a perfect fix, but much better than a wash in my opinion.
Before you start with the weathering kit, you need to paint the metal parts of the LA5.
This is just the battery cap and the illuminator housing. It is easiest to do if you unscrew both these parts from inside, and on the illuminator remove the internals.
I used Halfords Camouflage Tan spray paint on these parts, applying a couple of thin coats; and then some Halfords Matte Lacquer over the top to protect the paint.
Tamiya Weathering Master Kit C includes a small sponge and a brush which works for doing this mod, though I'm sure that you may have your own tools which could be better.
Use the Orange Rust colour first, using the sponge to apply bits of the colour over the LA5. Don't be worried if it looks too orange at first. Smooth it out with the sponge, and then use water with your finger – or the sponge – to thin out the material, and take away the 'rust' colour. This will leave you with a browner colour.
Do a couple of layers like this until you achieve the desired colour. Don't be afraid to add a bit more in certain areas you think are lacking. As long as you water it down, it will blend in. The brush can be helpful to soak up unwanted water, or blend some of the colour.
Once this is done move on to the metal parts. For this, use the gunmetal colour – again applying it with the sponge. With the tan paint underneath, this gives the parts a tan metal look, similar to that of the real LA5.
Once you have finished all the parts and you are happy with the finish, it's time to seal it in.
Lacquering stops the weathering material from coming off over time, and also slightly darkens the colour. A couple of thin coats is all you need – and don't worry about your stickers – it can be done over the top of this.
Big thanks to @Fairchild_75th on Instagram for advice on how to do this, and I hope this article helps and encourages others to try it for themselves.
Lastly, the black UKSF spec LA5 sticker set I am using is from Jay Taranis.


BARCAROLA is a cinematic boat journey based on music by Jean Sibelius and art of Ellen Thesleff. Both artists – Jean Sibelius and Ellen Thesleff – were inspired by the Finnish nature and both of them moved to cosmopolitan Europe by the change of centuries. Ellen Thesleff found her way to the Italian light. Jean Sibelius wrote Barcarola – a boat journey in Italian. They did not know each other. Now they have travelled in the same boat.


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Home > Focus Areas > Leadership & Vision > Global Leadership
CoSN is committed to a global dialogue focused on the strategic uses of technology in education. We fundamentally believe that the effective use of technology requires a global understanding and perspective, and we accomplish this through meetings, delegations, and collaborative efforts with global thought-leaders.
In 2019, the CoSN Delegation is traveling to work with our neighbors in Canada from December 2-6, 2019*. The delegation will be an exciting professional advancement opportunity allowing the participants to discover, learn and experience the innovative ICT and education policies and practices that are occurring in the Ontario region and explore their applicability to U.S. education systems.
Registration is now closed for the delegation.
Questions? Contact Cheryl Williams
Special thanks to our lead delegation sponsor HP, in partnership with Desire2Learn (D2L) & Microsoft.
Finland & Norway
This fall, we were traveled to Finland and Norway where we had the privilege of meeting local officials, educators, and students to see how they manage technology in schools.
See what we were up to on our journey by reading our blog with contributions from all delegates.
Read the report, Systems Built on Trust, which reveals key lessons learned for US educators.
Thanks to our lead delegation sponsor, HP. Additional support is provided by 3D Bear, Inc.
In 2017, CoSN led a delegation to the other side of the world! Read all about our fantastic and educational journey to New Zealand in our report Education Innovation Down Under and check out our blog which provides a behind-the-scenes look at our trip.
Thank you to HP for its support of the CoSN Delegation to New Zealand.
Other Past Delegations
2016: Ireland
CoSN led a delegation who met with policymakers, toured schools and networked with other edtech leaders in the fall of 2016. Learn about what the delegation was up to while they were there on our blog and read key-takeaways in our report A Tale of Two Cities.
The CoSN delegation to Ireland was made possible with support from HP.
2015: India
Members of the fall 2015 CoSN Delegation to India met with key government and education officials as well as leading NGOs to get a first-hand look at the role of technology in India's formal and informal education systems. They also visited both public and private schools to get a better sense of how technology is being used in learning. Our report, Incredible India focused on these observations and poses some related questions for policymakers and educators outside of India, particularly in the United States and Canada, to consider.
Delegates also blogged in the minute thoughts during their trip, produced a video and participated in a webinar.
The CoSN Delegation to India was made possible with support from HP.
Our other 2015 delegation visited Singapore from January 9-17, 2015 and explored ICT in Singapore's schools and government. Thank you to Lightspeed Systems and Pearson for their generous support of this delegation. Download the official delegation report for a comprehensive exploration of what the CoSN team learned.
CoSN has also led delegations to Europe (2002), Australia (2004), Scandinavia (2007), Scotland and the Netherlands (2009), London and Paris (2011), South America (2011), and Portugal (2013).
For over a decade, CoSN has been convening education technology leaders from around the world to work together during the International Symposium at our Annual Conference. Each year's Symposium focuses on a different theme, but the goal is to create systemic conversations and share best practices around the use of technology to transform learning.
This year we held a successful event in Portland, OR on April 1. The event featured an incredibly inspiring global conversation between Dr. Camille Logan, Superintendent of Education, Student Achievement, School Operations, CEC East, York Region District School Board and Olli-Pekka Heinonen, General Director, Finnish National Agency for Education, and Dr. David Schuler, Superintendent, District 214 that focused on New Visions for Learning in the 4th Industrial Revolution; interactive group work on learning 2030; and a final thought-provoking dialogue, The Roadmap from 2019 to 2030 with Linda Darling-Hammond, President of the Learning Policy Institute and the Charles E. Ducommun Professor of Education Emeritus at Stanford University, Anthony Mackay, CEO / President, National Center on Education and the Economy, USA. Former CEO, Centre for Strategic Education, Melbourne, Australia, and Tom Ryan, CISO, Santa Fe Public Schools.
Click on the links above to watch recordings!


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Nike Pegasus 39 Review: Magical and Mythical Workhorse
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Weighs 10.1 oz. (285 g) for a US M 10.5
Lost almost an ounce of weight over last year's version
New Zoom Air unit placements, one in the forefoot and one in the heel
Updated breathable mesh upper with Flywire support and midfoot band locks the foot down nicely
Full React midsole (softer, too)
Available late June for $130
ROBBE: Sometimes you ride the winged horse, sometimes the winged horse rides you. Over the course of almost four decades, the Pegasus has been that mythical creature, magical at times, a stud at others, somewhat of a wildhorse (not to be confused with the Nike trail shoe of the same name) on off years.
But when it's reined it, it's one of the purest of breeds out there. Last year's version, the Pegasus 38, had some of that magic, mostly in the combination of the full React midsole with the pressurized Zoom Air unit in the forefoot. We actually enjoyed that shoe quite a lot and thought it fixed some major issues with the Pegasus 37, namely some heel slippage and shallow toe box issues. However, the Pegasus 38 seemed to be polarizing in that we've heard complaints about the stiffness or general blockiness of the shoe. We think a lot of that has been fixed, but before we say why, let's get into the basics of the shoe.
The Pegasus 39 features a very breathable upper, which was designed by testing runners and finding out where the foot needed cooling the moost. The medial and lateral sides are essentially translucent while the inner part of the upper features a midfoot band to lock the foot in place, assisted by Flywire support. A plush tongue complements the package.
Zoom Air units are a moving target in the Pegasus, we've seen full-length units, we've seen no units, we've seen forefoot units, and now we have both a heel and forefoot unit.
As with last year the midsole is full React, one of the more resilient and comfortable midsole foams out there, even four years after its debut.
The outsole features a slightly different lug pattern with an additional flex groove in the forefoot for more flexibility on the toeoff.
Now that we got that covered, let's give the ol' giddyup to this magical winged beast.
THOMAS: Robbe is so poetic that you might think this is the Iliad and not another one of our sports footwear vivisections. Alas, this is a mere shoe review and not a myth. If you read Robbe's part carefully you may have learned a new word: moost. It isn't a shoe term, it actually took me three times to type out before spell check gave up trying to fix it. And he calls himself an editor, smh.
Nevertheless, Robbe covered the most important updates and nitty-gritty details (i.e. boring specs) to the Pegasus, so now it's on to the fun stuff for the rest of the review. One last note about what the Pegasus line means to me (it's like a third child in my family at this point), and then I'll get to the bones of the review.
The first shoe that formed my idea of a daily trainer is Pegasus. When I started doing reviews, the Pegasus was the shoe that I could easily recommend for any runner starting out in the sport. Its beauty is in its simplicity.
There's a few things that make a running shoe a staple shoe in someone's lineup, and the Pegasus has almost always covered those bases. First, it has a well-fitting upper, which you need day in and day out. Next, it has responsive and resilient cushioning that provides a sturdy platform. You want it to hold up over time. And finally, a durable outsole to rack up hundreds of miles. Bonus points for a reasonable price point with above-average style. I say above-average style because the Peg transitions nicely to casual wear once it's been retired. It may not claim the same fashion status as the AirMax 90, or Chuck Taylors, but the Pegasus is a straight-up classic that every runner should experience once.
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ROBBE: Let's start with the fact that most Nike shoes are increasing in weight these days, like the recent Nike React Inifinity 3 which now weighs as much as the Adidas Adistar. Pandemic pounds hit us all equally. We were a bit nervous that would be the destiny of the Pegasus, but were pleasantly surprised to see the exact opposite. The Pegasus has always hovered in that 10-11-ounce range, so to see it drop nearly an ounce was a good omen of things to come.
The lockdown of the upper is every bit as secure as you could want from a daily trainer. The Flywire works as it should while the new midfoot band locked the foot down and the padded tongue provided a layer of comfort. Yes, the fit is narrow and there ain't a ton of room in the toebox. Nike fans know– this is a Nike fit through and through. I consider this a good thing, some may consider it bad.
On the run, the Pegasus 39 is flexible and transitions smoothly through each stride. The React cushioning in this year's version seems to be softer than last year, which most runners will appreciate. I took this up to 10 miles on my runs and it proved as comfortable from the first step to the last. I really, really, love this shoe as a workhorse daily trainer.
Gripping the road is something the Pegasus has always done well and this one is no different. While the trail side struggles to gain its footing, I always felt sure in the Pegasus 39 even on a rainy long run. It simply holds on well to everything; you'll have no problem cornering and transitioning in this one. It can also double as a trail shoe on less technical terrain. The extra flex groove in the outsole was the right move as well, the flexibility is appreciated and was a necessary improvement over last year's version.
I did throw in a couple faster miles in the show and it can handle them, just not as well as last year's version, in my opinion.
THOMAS: The excitement for this update is in the feel. The Pegasus 39 feels light on the foot while the upper fits the foot flawlessly. My narrow foot looks fast wrapped in the breathable flexible mesh. This upper's fit is improved over past models and mitigates the heel lift that I had in the last couple of models.
The React foam underfoot is as comforting as a memory foam bed. The foot is protected on impact from heel to toe while moving through the stride phase. Flexibility is the name of the game in the Pegasus 39, with cushioning that moves and flexes with the foot. At first, I was concerned that the thinner forefoot wouldn't have enough React foam to keep the palm of my foot comfortable over long miles, but the pillow of Zoom Air behind the toes adds comfort and some good sensory feedback.
Finally, we get down to the outsole. The traction on this shoe can't be argued with and there's plenty of it with nearly full coverage save for a sliver of exposed React. The shoe grips and claws forward, cornering with ease in any condition or surface. You will get hundreds of miles out of this shoe, no problem.
ROBBE: If I had to come up with a bad, it's not even really bad, it's just different. One thing I really loved about last year's version was the pop I felt from the Zoom Air unit in the forefoot. It was pronounced and lively, especially when you picked up the pace. I'm not sure if the new unit is tuned to a different PSI, or the overall design is different, but you definitely don't get that same sensation. It's not a dealbreaker, it was just what I liked most about last year's version.
I actually think the design of this one is super lame, especially in the initial five colorways. It looks like something Under Armour would pawn off to DSW. I know they'll drop the cool ones later on, but at least give one option as exciting as the trail line.
THOMAS: I would agree with Robbe that the design isn't the most exciting out there. Maybe when the next wave of colors or the NikeID version is available, I'll change my opinion.
Additionally, I would like to see what the forefoot of the Pegasus 39 was like if it had a couple more millimeters of stack height.
Nike Pegasus 39 Conclusion
ROBBE: Look, it's been a damn good year for the daily trainer category. Asics is putting out straight bangers from the Gel-Nimbus 24 to the Glideride 3 to the Novablast 3 (coming in September). Puma dropped the Velocity Nitro 2 at a respectable $120. The Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 will blow people's minds with its versatility and the Ride 15 is the best version in years.
But for just a day-in and day-out blue-collar shoe that hauls the hay when it's time for harvest, it's hard to beat the Pegasus 39. For sure I'll be coming back to this one as an all-arounder that can be used for everything from running to spending a day on your feet at work.
And though it picked up $10 due to inflation and supply chain BS, it's still a pretty great deal for what you get.
THOMAS: Robbe said it above, this is a great year for daily trainers. Consumers have multiple options and your choice will come down to slight differences based on your preference. The Peg 39 is aimed at the neutral, standard-width runner. If that is you, you won't be disappointed. Larger athletes may want more cushioning like you'll find in the Glideride 3. If you want a wider base with mild stability the Saucony Ride 15 is a better choice.
I said in the opening that the Pegasus has always been an easy shoe to recommend. The Pegasus 39 remains on that list. If you're a beginner (or even seasoned) runner, this continues to be that shoe that gets the job done. Running your first marathon? This can carry you through an entire cycle and even through your goal race. Plus, the drop in weight and the nimble feel that comes along with it place the Pegasus 39 in line with popular shoes like the Hoka Rincon and the Asics Novablast.
You can pick up the Nike Pegasus 39 for $130 at Running Warehouse (featuring free 2-day shipping and 90-day returns) by using the shop link below.
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Four Asshole Magical Girls Must Stop The Rise Of King Arthur
Lauren Davis
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Kel McDonald, creator of the long-running webcomic Sorcery 101, messes with magical girls in her latest webcomic, Misfits of Avalon. But these superpowered teens would rather cut class and get into meaningless brawls than save the world.
Morgan and Elsa are the kind of high school enemies who are almost friends. Dealing with a lousy home life, Morgan confronts the world with a bad attitude and pair of fists to back it up. Elsa, meanwhile, fancies herself a sort of troublemaking queen bee, but is quietly jealous of Morgan's superior brains and brawn.
Then a talking dog shows up with a mysterious mission for Morgan. He's from a mythical island called Emain Ablach and he needs Morgan's help retrieving a certain sword. Morgan's not about to take orders from a dog...at least until she finds herself stuck with magical girl powers she doesn't want and a tartan outfit to match. Elsa sees an opportunity to finally one-up Morgan, and soon they're the first two members of a horrible monster-battling team.
Anyone who has read the supernatural soap Sorcery 101 knows that McDonald has a real affection for magical worldbuilding, and Misfits of Avalon is steeped in Irish mythology, which she has placed on a collision course with Arthurian legend. But her greatest talent lies in character creation. Morgan and Elsa's contentious relationship—at once snarky and familiar—feels immediately real, as does the lopsided nature of their rivalry. And while McDonald's characters are jerks on the surface, there is more lurking in the background of their lives.
That's not going to make it any less funny when they figure out the identity of the mystical sword they're looking for—or who they'll have to fight to retrieve it.
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Het FIM Wereldkampioenschap trial 2002 werd tussen 13 april en 8 september gereden, waarbij de 23 rijders in 16 wedstrijden verdeeld over 8 landen uitkwamen. Het WK eindigde met de zesde opeenvolgende wereldtitel voor de Britse trialist Dougie Lampkin (Montesa) die voor de vierde keer de Japanner Takahisa Fujinami (HRC-Honda) achter zich liet. Lampkin won 10 van de 16 wedstrijden en werd 5 keer tweede. Fujinami op zijn beurt won 4 wedstrijden en behaalde 6 keer een tweede en 4 keer een derde plaats.

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The term 'philosophy' comes from Greek roots meaning 'the love of wisdom'. Philosophers ask questions such as: What is the meaning of life? What is a good life? This course will introduce students to the philosophical approach to religion and also to religious & ethical ideas from several global cultures. It will also prepare students in medicine, business and related fields for the diversity of religious and moral views they will encounter in the modern workplace in general and health care institutions in particular.


Shaving some slivers of wood to take up the slack will work OK today, you probably won't achieve the rated holding power, and before long the wood will deteriorate and the plug will come loose. So don't do that, especially if it's something critical where a failure could do damage or injure someone.
You could use an epoxy that is rated for metal and concrete, if the hole is cleaned out well, that should hold pretty well, but you can never be sure, so again that's no good for a critical application.
The easiest thing to do, if it will work, is fill the hole and move over a few inches.
If it's block or another hollow material, you could use a toggle bolt.
If it will work for you, can drill the hole larger and use the next size up lag shield and lag screw.
If you're already using the largest size lag shield available, you may be able to switch to an epoxy anchor, but that will be expensive and you have to do things exactly right for those to hold.
A layer of malphoyd / bitumous paper / damp proof course would take up some space when wrapped around the bolt, but you wouldn't want too many layers.
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There's only one September issue, and there's only one Beyoncé. Preview the story by Margo Jefferson and get a rare personal glimpse of the icon in an exclusive video.
What do we want from the glamorous, powerful women we call divas or icons or cultural forces? We want them to want—and in our names get—everything they possibly can. Success in work and love. Sexual pleasure. Money and power. We want them to embody multiple fantasies. We want them to make us believe that exciting realities are just around the corner.
It used to be that the great pop stars with fashion and style gave us small variations on one grand theme. Tina Turner: minidresses and honey tresses. Janis Joplin: boas, bangles, and bell-bottoms. Cher: spangled striptease getups with mythic Third World touches. Nowadays fashion isn't about the grand theme, it's about juxtaposition, and it's filled with allusions to movie and art history; to music and dance styles; to iconographies of race and ethnicity, religion and gender. Madonna opened the door to this collage approach. Today we see it in the wigs, masks, and sculpted costumes of Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj, the restless dazzle of Rihanna's couture choices. And, of course, in the music, dance, decor, and looks of the ultimate streamed collage: Beyoncé.
Read the rest of the cover story and the entire September issue as early as August 14 via Amazon or by picking it up in Target stores. The issue officially hits newsstands on August 25. See below for images from the story and an exclusive video from Beyoncé.
Beyoncé is a powerhouse. She can sneer. She can out-strut and stare down any man in the film frame. Call her, in the songs, She Who Must Be Obeyed—in the palace, in the bedroom, in the hood, on the road, and on the runway.
The most powerful thing about her persona is the unabashed pleasure she takes in her own body: its beauty, its power, its versatility.
In an age when roles and styles morph as quickly as computer images, she's a shape-shifting virtuoso. She can evoke Rita Hayworth or Naomi Campbell, flappers and B-girls.
Her appropriation and assemblage are based on the understanding that a mass audience is a mass of niche audiences. Each has its own history, with its own desires, and she empowers them all.
Such is the power of Beyoncé that just one letter tells us who she is. What does it take to run the world?


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Roar, vol. 3; Kitty Goes to War;
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Roar, Vol. 3 Kitty Goes to War Monster Hunter Alpha
Title: Roar, Volume 3
Editor: Buck C. Turner
Publisher: Bad Dog Books (Dallas, TX), 2011
260 pp., USD $19.95
reviewed by Dronon
©2011 Dronon
Fred Patten and I sometimes inadvertently review the same things. He beat me to this one on Flayrah—so I've avoided reading his review to minimize bias. Any similarities are purely coincidental, and where they differ, I'm right, so there! (tongue-in-cheek grin)
Roar is Bad Dog Books' anthology series for non-erotic short fiction, currently edited by Buck C. Turner. Although this is the only volume I've read so far, I think he's managed to bring together a good selection of authors. None of the ten stories in this book are duds, but most are marginally furry at best; the characters could easily be replaced with human analogues, and this probably wouldn't interest anyone outside the fandom. It's a common problem in furry fiction, so if the relevance of anthropomorphics to the plot is really important for you, don't read this; but if you're interested in fiction in general and want to see what people in the fandom have to offer, it's a good collection for that.
Now comes the hard part, giving ten short reviews while keeping your attention span and avoiding too many spoilers. Here goes! This issue of Roar was based around the theme of moments, how one event can change things. As a result, some stories have a vignette feel to them, and most of the protagonists are undergoing a transition in their lives.
1. Drawn from Memory, by Renee Carter Hall. This contribution is the most furry of the bunch, taking place in a kind of Who Framed Roger Rabbit? universe, where cartoon characters physically exist alongside everyone else. Lauren is a blogger and amateur journalist who interviews cartoon character Terrence Tiger, whose television career has long since passed, and feels he will fade out of existence in the near future, the eventual fate of all cartoons. Lauren and Terrence manage to brighten each other's lives a little, and while mature content is hinted at, it isn't explored in detail, and doesn't affect the tone of the rest of the book. There's a very delicate melancholy feel to this story, crafted alongside uplifting hopefulness, and the combination is pulled off extremely well.
2. Shadows of Novoprypiatsk, by Kevin Frane, and 5. Unfit, by Kandrel, are similar so I'm reviewing them together. Both stories feature a female protagonist on a mission of vengeance, alternating between the present and the past using a series of flashbacks.
Shadows takes place in the same world as Frane's other works, Thousand Leaves and The Seventh Chakra. In this story, two old friends meet in a wintery Russian town, one with a private agenda linked to their past involvement with the Iolite League. In Unfit, a woman prepares to assassinate a popular politician who seems to be the best hope for the locals' dystopian existence. From her personal encounters with him, however, he comes across as an untrustworthy, self-serving hypocrite.
Frane's story is the weaker of the two. His character's need for vengeance is given almost no backstory or framework, making the reader unable to really understand her emotions and motivations, although we get a vague feeling for what she's going through. What the Iolite League represents is left completely unexplained, and even if you've read Frane's other stories, there's still not enough context. Where the story succeeds is how it shows the protagonist finally achieving a measure of peace, and her quiet contemplation of the city she grew up in, along with her ability to finally move on. Unfit, meanwhile, gives a complete, useful backstory, carefully pacing and building it up, resulting in a much stronger emotional impact, although its ending offers somewhat less closure. A powerful read, in any case! It's definitely my top pick in the book.
3. Blackbird Singing in the Dead of Night, by John 'The Gneesh' Robey. This is a cartoony hard-boiled detective story. So when a beautiful dame comes in the door, cue the saxophone music… from a saxophone-playing rat that's been following her for days. This kind of light-hearted absurdity makes me extremely happy, so I'm really glad that Roar is willing to include lighter fare like this. Included in this whimsical investigation of murder and blackmail are several nerdy references that may pass the reader by, from Edgar Allan Poe to San Angeles to Squash and Stretch, Private Investigators. All good fun.
4. Al Coda, by Marcus Reeve. This story resonated with me. I used to collect coins, and had made it my goal to collect a particular large set. The quest felt great, until I actually completed it and felt bored and empty. Similarly in this short story, a pianist gives the performance of his lifetime after years of anticipation and practice, then struggles to find purpose and direction in his music afterwards, aided by a close friend who comes to his rescue.
6. Touchdown, by Teiran, follows the action unfolding in the mission control room for the first manned spaceflight to Mars. While light on conflict, a serious emergency develops that requires risky decisions be made, with a growing amount of anxiety. This is essentially a vignette story, and it feels very believable and realistic.
7. Johnny R., by Ben Goodridge. A mixed human-and-anthro world, where the anthros are the equivalent of blacks, experiencing heavy racism and discrimination. In a backwater town, a family of rats barely ekes out an existance making whiskey, while the son of the family consoles himself playing rhythm and blues on his guitar, until a lucky break comes his way and he gets discovered by a recording studio. While the story itself was fairly predictable, the way the last few pages explored the relationship between the son and his father made it work well.
8. Still Life in Ice and Snow, by NightEyes DaySpring. A group of friends go on a skiing trip. Two of them have announced their engagement, which makes Kai, a young German shepherd, feel all the more lonely, finding it difficult to gain confidence and trust in himself after being stung by a bad relationship in his past. A weekend encounter—with a touch of something troubling and supernatural—gives him the determination he needs to move on. A gentle, introspective story.
9. Pori, by James Steele. A tiger and a coyote stumble away from a battle against strange creatures attacking their jungle home. Tending their injuries, they compare their experiences as Pori, the warrior caste of each tribe. While they're trained from childhood to be proud of their Pori-hood, over time it's become obvious that much of this is propaganda, and that their tribes actually view them as having little social status or worth except as soldier fodder. A story about overcoming jadedness and anger.
10. Escape from New Dansmouth, by Jacob Staley. An ongoing war is being waged between rival nations, one using magic, the other using new scientific techniques. The story concerns a small group of magic-using spies on a delicate mission, infiltrating the foreign government's offices while avoiding their cruel leader. One spy is calm and cautious, while another has been taking increasingly dangerous risks in order to gather intelligence, but his luck has started to run out. Although I felt the march of scientific discovery in this story was progressing a little too fast, it was a good read with lots of tension, and I enjoyed how scent came into play at one point—a nice furry touch. This was a good work to end the anthology with, and I'd love to read more about this story universe.
So that's the selection! A wide range of settings and styles, good editing that put them together, and I'll definitely be checking out the next volume of Roar when it comes out.
Title: Kitty Goes to War
(#8 in the Kitty Norville series)
Author: Carrie Vaughn
Publisher: Tor Books (New York City, NY), Jun 2010
352 pp., USD $7.99
reviewed by Xodiac
©2011 Xodiac
First, fair warning: In this book, Kitty Norville, famed werewolf and host of the hit radio program The Midnight Hour, does not actually go to war. She doesn't ship off to Iraq or Afghanistan or anyplace else, not even as part of a celebrity USO-type campaign to hearten the troops; nor does she 'go to war' against Roman, the extremely elder vampire who seems to have his sights on Denver, her home territory. Or, really, anyone else.
What she does do is get called in to a nearby Army base as a consultant. It seems that Dr. Flemming wasn't the only one who thought werewolves would make great soldiers. One Captain Gordan, himself a werewolf, took it upon himself to make his own extremely special force, in the form of a squad of werewolves. It all went surprisingly well—until Gordon got himself killed. Now there's a small pack on the loose in the Colorado mountains, a pack with the best training the Army has to offer. They want Kiity's help finding them, capturing them, and keeping them under control. (Well, technically, they want her help finding them so they can kill them. But if you think Kitty will stand for that idea, you've got another think coming.)
Add in a lawsuit from a millionaire who thinks she defamed him on the air and the boogeyman-hunting Cormac's imminent release from prison, and Kitty's schedule is suddenly very full indeed.
This is a decent story, but remarkably straightforward. The twists Vaughn introduces were not entirely forseen, to be true, but on the other hand they were hardly a surprise, either. The major enjoyment came from watching it unfold. That certainly can be enough to make a story readable, but it rarely makes it stand out.
Kitty Goes to War does contain one significant flaw, however. Much the same as in Kitty and the Dead Man's Hand, I never really felt Kitty was actually in danger. Yes, there are some confrontations with a mini-pack of werewolves more dangerous than any others on Earth, but the most tense of them occur early in the book. I didn't expect anything to happen then that would have major consequences even over the course of just this book, and I was right. By the time the climactic confrontation with the baddest of the troops comes around, on the other hand, she had enough of an idea what she faced that it wasn't too hard to figure she'd come out on top again, even though there may be hell to pay for it.
Meanwhile, the subplot about the millionaire's actions against her were interesting, but even as it grew increasingly obvious he had more at his disposal than lawyers, it never seemed like a threat to Kitty. To Denver, sure, but even then it's hard to become too concerned thanks to the nature of the threat (which I can't get into here, as it'd be too much of a spoiler). Yeah, bad things would happen; yeah, lots of people would likely die. But not thousands, much less the entire city. It would be historic and tragic, but not apocalyptic. It wouldn't even be catastrophic.
This is yet another of those books that isn't bad to read, but is really nothing special, either. It doesn't really forward the overall plot of the series much, except to reveal a few things about Cormac. I don't think the book is worth skipping over, though, especially for fans of the series. But it's impossible for me to claim this is one of Vaughn's better efforts.
Title: Monster Hunter Alpha
(#3 in the Monster Hunter series)
Author: Larry Correia
Publisher: Baen Books (Wake Forest, NC), Jul 2011
Earl Harbinger is the lead hunter of Monster Hunter International, the private organization that, well, hunts monsters. But Earl doesn't just find and kill things like werewolves; he is a werewolf, which makes him not only very, very badass indeed, but has let him live for a century—and counting. And when he gets word that an old enemy, a Russian werewolf who used to work for the KGB, has shown his face in America, Earl drops everything to hunt him down. Alone, without the rest of MHI there; this is personal, and there's no need to complicate things.
But that doesn't mean things won't get complicated…
In a lot of ways, Monster Hunter Alpha is different from its predecessors. For one thing, it doesn't star Owen Pitt. The change in focus is, quite frankly, welcome. Pitt is important to MHI and the series, but surely the others there have some adventures of their own? Thankfully, the author seems to agree with me.
Another difference is that Monster Hunter Alpha is in third person, not first. It's a minor change, but an important one, because it allows Correia to implement the most significant difference of all. Previous books were, really, fairly linear. They were good stories, mind, and there were some twists in there that tended to shift the story's direction, sometimes dramatically so, but things followed a simple this-leads-to-that-leads-to-the-other-thing pathway. Not so, here. By shifting to third person, Correia can follow more than one character, showing things from various points of view. And he does, with gusto.
This isn't a braided novel, with several separate stories woven together. But each character does have their own path through the events unfolding in Copper Lake, Michigan. And each one is gripping in their own way. There's Earl, of course, but there's also Earl's nemesis, Nikolai. There's the corrupt Fed out and about, there to see if the reports of paranatural activity are real or just rumors and quickly finding himself involved with far more than he bargained for. There's the cop, a stubborn big city girl gone local, who just got infected and is fighting to remain on the side of good. There's a group of amateur Hunters who will either provide comic relief or be a major threat to Earl. And there's even the Alpha himself, on occasion.
The other thing I really appreciated about this book is that it reveals most of the important bits of Earl's past. Some of it comes in the form of snippets from an account of his life he's begun to write, and others are revealed as part of the plot. Along the way, we learn a great deal werewolves in general and Earl in particular. In other words, most of the questions regarding him that people might have been asking are answered.
As usual, Correia writes smacking good action scenes, and the book is pretty full of them. But for the first time, the plot doesn't really serve just as a vehicle to get from one to the other. Which is why I consider this the best book of the series to date. I really enjoyed this volume, and I'm quickly growing even fonder of the series as a whole. It's not deep fiction, to be sure, but it immensely entertaining.
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BANGLADESH - Processing, packaging and export of live crabs and freshwater eel and eel fish. We also export frozen eels.
BANGLADESH - We export live eel, live crab, frozen Black Tiger Shrimp, Sea Tiger, White Shrimp, White Pomfret, Black Pomfret, Chinese Pomfret, Ribbon Fish, Cuttle Fish, Sole Fish & all kinds of seafood that available in Bangladesh.
VIETNAM - We supply dried sea cucumber, dried fish maw, dried eel maw. The best quality - the most competitive price.
USA - We specialize in exporting sea cucumber, fish maw and baby eel from all over the world to Asia and the U.S. Also Mexican lobster and Spanish shark fin.
USA - A state-of-the-art recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) designed for eel grow-out founded in 2003. Products: Frozen whole eel and fillets, live eel, 9" fingerlings for farm grow-out.
CHINA - Seafood processors, producers & suppliers of bay scallop, sea scallop, clam meat, penshell meat, geoduck meat, shrimp, mussel meat, octopus, squid products, tilapia, alaska pollock, mahi mahi, breaded seafood, canned sardine, eel products - Frozen eel, Frozen roasted eel, Unagi kabayaki, smoked eel.
BANGLADESH - A newly established fish export company from Bangladesh. We export Live Mud Crab, Eel Fish & available kinds of Sea Fish & Sweet water fish as requirement basis.
BANGLADESH - We are exporting Live Mud Crabs (Sea water), Live Yellow Eel Fish (Fresh Water).
SRI LANKA - We are a Seafood agent, wholesaler, importer and exporter of sea cucumber, conch meat, fish maw, eel etc.
South Pacific Fishery Ltd Co.
SRI LANKA - we trade lobsters, mud crabs, shellfish, tiger prawns, red snapper, tuna, Live groupers, sea bass, milk fish, eels, oysters and jelly fish.
BANGLADESH - We are able to supply fresh and frozen shrimps like Black Tiger Shrimps, Brown Shrimps, White Shrimps, Golda Shrimps, Live eel ,Silver and Chinese Pomfret.
BANGLADESH - Suppliers of dry fish maws, shark fin, dry shrimp shell, dry fish scale, cat fish maws, eel maws, dried anchovy etc.
PAKISTAN - Exporters of ribbon fish, eel, croaker, red seabream, crabs and all kinds of seafood.
INDIA - Exporters of live lobster, live baigai, eel and live crab.
PAKISTAN - Exporters of frozen seafood such as shrimps, sole, silver pomfret, silver croaker, ribbon fish, eel, cuttlefish, squid, sea bream.
USA - We are roasted eel and sushi slices manufacture in Fujian, China and our branch is located in Los Angeles.
INDIA - We are a small trading company. Our main products are fish maws, shark fins, sting ray skin.
INDIA - Processors & Exporters of all frozen marine products to all over the world. we are mainly supplying Ribbonfish, croakers, Black sea bream, Baby ghol, BMC, pomfret, seerfish, Indian mackerel, horse mackerel, Reef cod, and Eel fish gtd Etc.
INDIA - we are main exporter of Dried Fishmaws, Dried Sharkfins, Dried sting ray fish skin, & other kinds of dried marine products. we can also export fresh sea foods like Indian salmon, hilsa, pomfret, eel fish, squid, cuttle fish, etc..


A bold plan to remove cars from some lanes on St Kilda Road to make way for cyclists has been revealed by the Labor Party.
Cars will be banned from the two middle lanes on a four-kilometre stretch of St Kilda Road, from the National Gallery of Victoria to St Kilda junction, under the pre-election promise.
Instead, a super bike lane would be built, keeping cyclists and motorists apart.
Under the $27 million plan, Labor has promised to build a dedicated bike lane in the middle of the road, complete with a protective barrier and green separation areas next to the tram line.
Cars would have three lanes next to the footpath and nature-strip, but would lose the two middle lanes.
Taking influence from Denmark, Copenhagen-style bike lanes would be built south of St Kilda Junction from Carlisle Street and run along the kerb with a physical barrier separating cyclists from parked cars and vehicles travelling on the road.
A central safety zone with a separated lane for cyclists in the middle of the road would be built north of the St Kilda Junction to Linlithgow Avenue, while the outer lanes would remain reserved for vehicles.
But to ease traffic congestion, the government said the central safety zone would have clearways in place during peak periods, allowing three lanes of traffic to flow through the outer lanes.
More than 300,000 people travel on St Kilda Road each day, making it Melbourne's busiest tram and cycle route, as well as one of the most dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians.
There were 196 crashes involving a pedestrian or cyclist on St Kilda Road between 2000 and 2015.
It also measured the highest number of car doors being opened onto cyclists reported anywhere in the state.


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import Link, { StyledLink, A } from '../index';

const Children = () =>
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describe('<Link />', () => {
  let wrapper;
  beforeEach(() => {
    wrapper = shallow(<Link><Children /></Link>);
  });

  it('should render an anchor by default', () => {
    expect(wrapper).toMatchSnapshot();
    expect(wrapper.find(A).length).toEqual(1);
  });

  describe('external links (href)', () => {
    const href = 'http://test.com';
    beforeEach(() => {
      wrapper.setProps({ href });
    });

    it('should render an anchor', () => {
      expect(wrapper).toMatchSnapshot();
      expect(wrapper.find(A).length).toEqual(1);
      expect(wrapper.find(A).prop('href')).toEqual(href);
    });

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      expect(wrapper.find(Children).length).toEqual(1);
    });
  });

  describe('internal links (to)', () => {
    const to = '/test-route';
    beforeEach(() => {
      wrapper.setProps({ to });
    });

    it('should render a react-router Link', () => {
      expect(wrapper).toMatchSnapshot();
      expect(wrapper.find(StyledLink).length).toEqual(1);
      expect(wrapper.find(StyledLink).prop('to')).toEqual(to);
    });

    it('should redner its children', () => {
      expect(wrapper.find(Children).length).toEqual(1);
    });
  });
});


Since Jan. 30, 2016, the 144-Hour Visa-Free Policy has been implemented in the city to facilitate passport holders of 53 countries and regions to enjoy a visa-free stay up to 144 hours when taking an international transfer via Shanghai Lukou Airport, and passengers can travel to Shanghai and Zhejiang as well.
The 144-hour visa-free transit policy has been carried out in Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Guangdong to facilitate international travelers to China. It allows passengers from 53 countries or regions to transit in the above cities or provinces for no more than 144 hours (6 days) without holding a visa.
If transiting in Shanghai, Jiangsu and Zhejiang: passengers can move around the three places.
If transiting in Guangdong, passengers can travel within Guangdong Province.
The 144-hour visa-free transit program has been implemented in Shanghai Lukou Airport of Jiangsu, Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport of Zhejiang, and all air, sea and railway ports of Shanghai, including Pudong Airport, Hongqiao Airport, Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal, Wusong Passenger Transport Center and all railway stations in Shanghai. Passengers can enter and leave from any of the above ports.
As for Guangdong, passengers can enter via Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an Airport, or Jieyang Chaoshan Airport, but they can exit from any port in Guangdong.


Also known as the Broadway Sports Hall, the Peter Forsyth Auditorium is located in Francis Street, Glebe (next door to Broadway Shopping Centre). The auditorium houses a full size multi-purpose court with wooden floor, where Intrinsic Sports runs men's futsal competitions (Wednesday evenings) and mixed futsal competitions (Tuesday and Thursday evenings). Parking is available in the shopping centre multi-story car park, or alternatively buses are available a block away on Broadway.


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Q&A With "Crappy Pictures" Author Amber Dusick: Finding the Funny In Parenting's Less-Than-Perfect Moments
March 25, 2013 – 1:00 PM – 0 Comments
By Jennifer Rainey Marquez Parade @jenrrain
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With her runaway-success blog, now turned book, Parenting: Illustrated With Crappy Pictures, writer and illustrator Amber Dusick offers an irreverent take on parenting's less-than-perfect side. We recently chatted with Dusick about life as a working mom, how she creates those perfectly-crappy drawings, and finding the humor in life's little catastrophes.
Your illustrations depict some of the most trying and cringe-worthy parenting scenarios, yet they're also incredibly funny. How do you manage to find the humor in everyday disasters?
Well, it's after I've survived it that I can find it funny. The next day, or the next week it's funny. At the time, I'm miserable just like anyone else. [Laughs.] And now that I have the blog, of course, I can console myself by thinking: Oh, this will make good material for later.
Speaking of illustrations, you call your drawings "crappy," but they're not bad! Is your goal simply to illustrate your own life the way that a child would?
The drawings look the way they do mainly because of the way that I create them: With my index finger on the track pad of the laptop. Which is a little self-limiting when it comes to artistic expression. But when I first started drawing for the blog, I was doing it late at night in the dark when I was up nursing my youngest—I had a laptop propped up next to me, and it was just the easiest way to do it. If I were to draw on pencil and paper, they illustrations would certainly look different.
Your blog was a great success after it launched in 2011. Why do you think your work has struck a chord with so many parents?
The irony is that I was just doing it for myself—I wasn't trying to build an audience or make a successful online business, I was just venting. But I think partly, the response was because all of the other parents reading my blog were just as frustrated as I was. And even though the blog depicts a lot of negative situations, my own tone isn't negative—it's funny, it's silly. Constant complaining just gets old. Instead, it's about finding the funny and the meaning in those moments of misery, which is honestly what a lot of parenthood is about anyway.
I love the final chapter, "The 50 Laws of Crappy Parenting." In my opinion, it's the definitive list of the Murphy's Laws of raising kids. Do you have a favorite chapter or anecdote from the book?
I think my favorite is story of the road trip we took from Los Angeles to San Francisco. It was supposed to be a fun trip to celebrate my husband's birthday, but of course it ended up being just the worst trip ever. Seriously, it was so awful that we still talk about how bad it was. So of course, in retrospect, it's just hilarious. And because of that, in a way, it's become sort of a cherished memory.
First your blog, now a book—all written with two small children at home. How did you do it?
I had a lot of help from coffee. [Laughs.] I highly recommend it. On weekends, my husband would give me time to write by taking the kids out of the house for the afternoon. But the vast majority of the book was completed after my kids went to bed. They'd go to sleep at nine, and I'd stay up until midnight or 3 AM working. I did that nearly every night for six months. Most of the blog is written during that time too, except for the few hours that my mother watches the kids during the week.
As a work-from-home mom, what's your perspective on the whole "Lean In" vs. "Lean Out" debate that's happening right now about women, work, and motherhood?
I think everybody just has to find out what works for them. This arrangement works for me even though it's brutal. But I wouldn't have it any other way, even if I could—and technically, I could send my kids to daycare. I don't have to homeschool. But I've made the conscious choice to stay home even after the blog has taken off. My kids will always come first, and for me, that's what's important.
Check out the unofficial trailer for Dusick's new book here:
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At the beginning of a level you go to the Yoshi bonus stage and when you fall the level is beaten!
Bullet Bil in reserve box.
Chargin' Chuck in reserve box, Super Koopa's come if used.
Chargin' chuck in reserve box.
Fire plant in reserve box.
Flying coin in reserve box.
Flying key in reserve box.
flying platform in reserve box.
Holding B allows you to fly to the top of the screen, sometimes off screen. Good code but can be a problem in caves.
In any level, press 'select' to warp.
Mario has a halo on map screen, only has one life.
Mario in reserve box, glitches game if used.
Monty Mole in reserve box.
Permanent Flying Ability. With these two codes, you can fly through almost any level on Super Mario World. As soon as you jump and press the A button, you are able to fly. Press the X and A buttons together to fly faster. If Mario's head bumps up against a ceiling, he will temporarily lose his ability. However, once he reaches the ground or a platform, just jump up and hold the A button again to get him flying.
Screen is upside down when you play.
Shell-less koopa in reserve box, if used makes it storm and Mario hides behind the bushes.
Shell-less koopa in reserve box.
Sliding blocks in reserve box.
Something you can kill in reserve box.
Step jump from mid-air. Better than flying!
Super Koopa in reserve box.
Super stomp- run into any enemy from the side when small and you will be propelled upwards and stomp them!
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You can swim in every level.


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Bank Sohar Supports 4th Edition of Oman Ambassadors Award for International Students
Published August 26th, 2018 - 09:23 GMT
Bank Representative with Award Officials.
Bank Sohar recently pledged support to local youth partaking in the Oman Ambassadors Award - an accolade recognizing the individual achievements of academic scholarship holders representing Oman abroad. The Award recognizes achievements in educational projects, scientific research, artistic and literary talent, as well as the philanthropic initiatives of Omani youth abroad. The award ceremony will take place on 1st Jan 2019.
The sponsorship signing agreement was held recently between Bank Sohar and Oman Ambassadors Award for International Students; Mr. Haider Al Lawati, Unit Head of Marketing Communication at Bank Sohar, signed the digital agreement on behalf of the Bank alongside a representative of the Oman Ambassadors Award for International Students.
Commenting on the bank's participation in the award, Mr. Ahmed Al Musalmi, CEO of Bank Sohar, said, "Our commitment to young Omanis and recognizing educational excellence is unwavering, it is in fact an honour for the bank to participate in this prestigious award and acknowledge the achievements of those representing the Sultanate across the international arena. Supporting educational attainment, outstanding performance, and the contribution of students - at home and abroad - is a central component of our CSR programme and strategy to empower local communities with a view to achieving sustainable value, growth, and prosperity".
Launched in 2015, the Oman Ambassadors Award for International Students was established by the Omani Student Consultative Council in the UK aided by the Cultural Attaché in London. The first award coincided with Oman's 45th National Day in Swansea, followed by second and third editions that were held in Birmingham and London, UK for 2016/2017 respectively. This year's edition is witnessing the highest number of participation with Omani students joining from the various foreign countries.
For more information on Bank Sohar visit www.banksohar.net or call 24730000. You can follow the bank on Facebook at www.facebook.com/excel.banksohar, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/banksoharexcel, or join the conversation on Twitter @banksohar_excel.
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At Bank Sohar, we believe that our customers deserve nothing less than excellence. That is why we constantly strive to maintain and further enhance our position as one of Oman's leading banks. We reiterate our commitment to create the finest banking solutions, services and products that will make us unique, distinct and different – like the proud heritage of Oman. As Oman's economy experiences sustained growth and the non-petroleum sector emerges as an important economic force, we present ourselves as a 'one-stop financial super-mall' catering to the diverse needs of our individual and corporate customers.
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"What earlier generations held as sacred, remains sacred and great for us too…" Pope Benedict XVI (7 July 2007)
Catholic Hymnal
Jogues Missal
Sacred Music Colloquium
Fr. David Friel · June 11, 2020
Virtual Sacred Music Colloquium 2020
The CMAA will offer a virtual version of its annual, week-long workshop.
Follow the Discussion on Facebook
Composition with Pencil & Paper or Computer Software?
A lunch-time conversation at Sacred Music Colloquium 2017 in St. Paul, MN
Fr. David Friel · May 7, 2017
Fota X Conference (and other Summer Opportunities)
Summer 2017 looks to be a blockbuster period for sacred music activity.
Fr. David Friel · April 16, 2017
Introducing the Wethersfield Institute Chant Workshop
A new chant workshop in upstate New York in June 2017.
Colloquium 2016 • Day 4
Reflections on Offering a Colloquium Mass
The Organic Development of the Liturgy and the New Music Breakouts
Explanatory Images from Wilko Brouwers
A concert of early music by the ensemble "Pro-Arte Saint Louis"
Jeff Ostrowski · November 24, 2015
Our Church Music Movement: How Are We Doing?
I never dreamed that so many people love this stuff…and are willing to fight for it!
Fr. David Friel · March 15, 2015
The Future of the Pipe Organ
"The manifold possibilities of the organ remind us of the immensity and the magnificence of God." (Pope Benedict XVI)
Fr. David Friel · November 16, 2014
Colloquium Friends & Chant Workshops
"Adventus Dona" in the Diocese of San Diego
Fr. David Friel · November 9, 2014
Sacred Architecture & the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
When we come to church, there should be no question whether we are in a church or in a coffeehouse or in a multipurpose gym.
Fr. David Friel · July 8, 2014
Colloquium Roundup
How to Experience Colloquium XXIV Belatedly and From Afar
Colloquium Update IV
The Glories of A Single Proper
Colloquium Update III
"Minding the Gap" — Organ Improvisation
Colloquium Update II
Resources for Accompanying Gregorian Chant
Colloquium Update I
All the things I love about the Colloquium experience are here in force: an extraordinary faculty, magnificent liturgies, good fellowship, etc.
Must Art Be Permanent?
A Thought from Evelyn Waugh
Corpus Christi Watershed · August 15, 2013
Sacred Music Colloquium XXI (Trailer)
A short film by Watershed which features live footage of the "Sacred Music Colloquium" (Church Music Association of America).
Sacred Music Colloquium XVIII (Video Trailer)
Quick Thoughts
6 January 2021 • Anglicans on Plainsong
A book published by Anglicans in 1965 has this to say about Abbat Pothier's Editio Vaticana, the musical edition reproduced by books such as the LIBER USUALIS (Solesmes Abbey): "No performing edition of the music of the Eucharistic Psalmody can afford to ignore the evidence of the current official edition of the Latin Graduale, which is no mere reproduction of a local or partial tradition, but a CENTO resulting from an extended study and comparison of a host of manuscripts gathered from many places. Thus the musical text of the Graduale possesses a measure of authority which cannot lightly be disregarded." They are absolutely correct.
—Jeff Ostrowski
2 January 2021 • Temptation
When I see idiotic statements made on the internet, I go nuts. When I see heretics promoted by people who should know better, I get angry. Learning to ignore such items is difficult—very difficult. I try to remember the words of Fr. Valentine Young: "Do what God places in front of you each day." When I am honest, I don't believe God wants me to dwell on errors and idiocy; there's nothing I can do about that. During 2021, I will strive to do a better job following the advice of Fr. Valentine.
31 December 2020 • "COMITES CHRISTI"
The feasts for Saint Stephen Proto-Martyr (26 December), Saint John the Evangelist The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved (27 December), and the Feast of the Holy Innocents (28 December) seem untouched by any liturgical reforms. These are very powerful feasts—I believe they once possessed octaves—and I believe they could sometimes "overpower" a Sunday feast. The rules for octaves in the olden days are extremely complex. These feasts are sometimes referred to as a single entity as: Comites Christi ("Companions of Christ"). This is just a guess, but there seems to be a triple significance: STEPHEN martyred after Christ lived, JOHN was a martyr who knew Christ personally, and the HOLY INNOCENTS were martyred before Christ's birth.
"We know that originally the offertories of the repertoire included a series of verses, just like the introit and the communion, but generally more ornate. Many of these are musical compositions of great beauty. They quickly fell into disuse, and we find them only in the most ancient manuscripts. The only remaining trace of this older arrangement in our present-day liturgy is that of the offertory of the Requiem Mass."
— Dom Joseph Gajard (1956)
"Homily for the 2nd Sunday after Epiphany" (EF) • Father Valentine Young, OFM
What Color Is B-Flat? Life as a Musician with Synesthesia
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