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First Impressions: MAC False Lashes Extreme Black Mascara…

 Mac Mascara review

Hey Beauty Buddies…

On Wednesday morning a rather chic looking package fell through the door as Mr postman delivered a complimentary tube of False Lashes Extreme Black Mascara courtesy of MAC

Mac mascara

Yes, you can imagine my shrills of excitement at being able to road test one of our most yearned for cosmetic brands much loved mascara.

Is high-end reeeeeeeally worth the spend?

Before application I had already prepped my eyes and donned a full face of makeup so I was hoping my steady hands would hold up to the job! I must admit the teeny tiny little tube didn’t make the application process somewhat easy, in fact it was pretty tricky trying to manoeuvre around those delicate little internal lashes – one wrong move and the smudge would’ve been a biggy.

*Above: Before Application*

*Above: One Coat*

In my opinion there’s a small variety of products you simply DON’T skimp on… foundation being one of them, however as for mascara I’m always pretty open to trying any newbies at (most) price ranges. Yet to be brutally honest, drug stores are so utterly jam packed with tantalising tubes in a variety of colours I never really feel the need to browse high-end alternatives… and anyways, it would take a heck of A LOT to beat my Rimmel Scandaleyes 😉

Let’s talk Formula…

The formula of MAC False Eyes Extreme Black is undoubtedly very creamy, unfortunately though on first application the name somewhat diminished my expectations… I was expecting lashings of length & droves of drama, topped off with a blacker than black appearance. However after studying it from an array of difference angles it simply looked, well… erm… like a normal ‘every day’ mascara. In fact ladies, I have a cheap and cheerful mascara from GOSH that has an incredibly similar finish for less than half the price.

Above: Two coats

Building on the second coat I was (yet again) preparing myself for great things but it just didn’t transpire to what the name suggested… ‘FALSE LASHES’ ‘EXTREME BLACK’… instead I achieved a rather somewhat dainty looking lash that seemed pretty pleasing to the eye but nothing what I would consider ‘false’ looking or otherwise overly excitable. Is it just me? Am I really too picky to please? *sigh*

Final thoughts?

Don’t get me wrong it’s MAC so of course it’s going to be a quality product, but is it really worth the £19 investment compared to an average £7 from a Superdrug shelf? Honestly gals, I’m not sure it is. I know, I know… it paaaains me to say this but MAC False Lashes Extreme Black didn’t give me false looking lashes nor were they any blacker than a standard mascara formula. On this occasion I’m under the impression you’d simply be shelling out your hard earned cash for a renowned name stamped on a chic looking tube as opposed to the suggested claims of what the product can do to benefit your lash requirements!

To sum it all up: if you’re on the lookout for a high-end, comfortable, everyday mascara that doesn’t flake, crumble and gives somewhat of a feathery finish then I’m pretty sure you’ll love this product. However if you’re dreaming of creating a dramatic lash look that has a false-looking effect then I’d say keep hold of your pennies and invest a fraction of the cost on Seventeen’s Falsifeye HD Mascara instead –  it does a fab job of making sure your lashes pack a lengthy punch without the hefty spend.

*Above: Mac False Lashes Extreme Black – final look!*

Have you tried the MAC False Lash Extreme Black? What’s your favourite must-have mascara? Are you a high end spender or drug store devotee? Whatever your thoughts I’d love to read them in the comments below so do pop by and say a quick hello!

 Wishing y’all an awesome weekend 🙂

 Cheerio chums…

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*Product Review: L’Oreal Telescopic Explosion Mascara…

L'Oreal Telescopic Explosion Mascara

Hey Beauty Buddies….

Happy Monday as yet another week begins! Firstly I’d like to say a huuuuuuuge maahooosive ‘thank you’ to each and every one of you for the masses of kind comments, support, encouragement (and just general loveliness) for the launch of my first YouTube video I posted on Friday. Your support really overwhelmed me! The encouragement here on the WordPress community is incredible – without my blog buddies I wouldn’t have had the confidence to get in front of a camera and ramble for almost 11 minutes so THANK YOU. If you missed it and fancy a quick catch up on my YouTube shenanigans then just *click here* to be virtually whisked off for a recap.

So onto today’s post… I’ve decided to declare my reviews Trash or Treasure – sounds a tad harsh I know, but I thought it was a fun and brutally honest way of getting to grips with some of the latest products I’ll be testing for ya’ll to either rush out & buy OR potentially walk on by.

 Today’s product is the L’Oreal Telescopic Explosion Mascara as kindly sent to me by the fabulous folks over at Direct Cosmetics. If you haven’t already checked out their online haven of heavily discounted big name brands then I’d suggest you have a peek asap – you could be saving yourself a mini fortune on a range of awesome beauty goodies.

L’oreal Telescopic Explosion Mascara

Purchase info

This was sent to me for a review by the lovely team over at Direct Cosmetics (thanks guys) where it is available to buy for a mere £5.89 – that’s £5 off the RRP, not bad eh?!

“L’Oreal Telescopic Explosion Mascara will give you lashes that will blow you away. Helps to lengthen, thicken and separate every single lash with a patented Flexi-Globe brush that coats the lashes from every angle.”

Presented in an eye catching red and black tube this neat little product most certainly isn’t hard to miss. Unlike some of the other mascaras I’ve used in the past the wand handle is long and slightly tapered which gives it great grip when getting to work with lengthening those lashes!

Considering L’oreal’s excellent reputation for lining our vanity tables with tip-top products, my expectations where pretty high and I have to admit they weren’t disappointed. Not gonna lie, initially the little ball ended wand with it’s tiny rubber spikes looked a tad suspicious to begin with. In fact I had my doubts it was going to do anything it claimed as it is incredibly compact.

Thankfully though, from the first stroke of application the length and definition was clearly noticable, if you like your eyelashes fanned out and individually pampered then this is most definitely the mascara for you – it really does work a treat at separating and lengthening. Here’s a few piccies after only one coat, which in my humble opinion does the job perfectly…

One coat of mascara…

L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara 2

L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara 3

L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara

I feel this is a great mascara for everyday use, it almost slightly trains your natural lashes to resemble non over-dramatised individual falsies, which for me, is exactly what I’ve been looking for.

As for removal of the product it was an absolute breeze, I’ve tried removing the product with a variety of lotions and potions (micellar water, facial wash & eye makeup remover) and it breaks down easily on first wipe and doesn’t leave your lashes feeling brittle or agitated in any way.

Personally it’s been pretty hard for me to find any major snags in this mascara, however I will say that as a drugstore brand I feel £10.89 is a little overpriced. However if you are thinking of investing I’d suggest you save yourself a fiver and treat yourself to a tube via Direct Cosmetics… at that price it really is worth it.

Another *potential* grumble could be the size of the wand applicator. As shown below (VERY heavily zoomed in I must add) it’s a teeny round headed little device which is indeed great for the smaller lashes however it can make the application time pretty lengthy in comparison to the regular full bristled applicators.

If you’re often in a rush when applying your daily dose of face-fashion then I’m pretty sure this could end up hindering rather that helping the process.

Overall I’m mightily impressed with the results of the mascara, not sure I’d part with the full RRP but I’d certainly invest £5.89. If you’re looking for lengthy, separated and fanned out lashes I’m pretty sure this isn’t something you’d end up batting your lids at ladies. Great product, great results!

Have you tried L’Oreals Telescopic Explosion? What’s your favourite everyday mascara?

As always, thanks so much for stopping by chums… do leave a quick ‘hello’ in the comments below, I’d love to hear your feedback!

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Visionary spiritual leader, Matt Kahn believes that acceptance has been taught for many years in a way that leads you into confusion, adding that if a teaching is taught in the right way, it should be clear and easy. You shouldn’t have to keep reminding yourself of it.

The old way of teaching acceptance was to simply say this two-word mantra, “I accept.” The problem is, it didn't work, because it's conditional. The loose translation of it is, “I accept this so the universe will be impressed with my behavior and change my experience.” And that kind of “acceptance” leads one into constantly checking in to see if it has changed.

That’s not true acceptance, and it’s definitely not radical acceptance.

Watch this new Matt Kahn video and learn what radical acceptance really is and a new, two-word mantra that will allow you to clearly understand and integrate it.

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Plans for US$11 Bn Moscow-Kazan highway construction

Russia and the Republic of Tatarstan are discussing plans to construct a highway that will connect the capital cities of both countries, Moscow and Kazan respectively. The Moscow-Kazan highway construction project is expected to span for nearly 730km and is expected to take a period of four years if the project starts later on during the year if the threats of the current global pandemic reduce. Russia has stated that the project is very important to the country as part of its strategy for economic rehabilitation.

Construction of the Moscow-Kazan highway is expected to have to lanes on either side and will be constructed parallel to the already existing M7 highway that runs from Moscow to Ufa in the Republic of Tatarstan via Vladimir and Nizhny Novgorod in Russia and through Kazan in Tatarstan.

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In recent talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Italian prime minister, Giuseppe Conte, a deal was agreed upon where Anas, an Italian contractor was brought into the plans and will be assisting the Russian state infrastructure and highway service company, Avtodor to build the highway.

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There are also plans to upgrade the already existing M7 route that expected links Kazan with Ufa to the east. Meanwhile, the tendering process for a new bridge in Siberia’s Krasnoyarsk region has begun. The structure will span the Yenisei River, to the north of Kazan and the bridge is expected to cost nearly US$107 million to construct. Included in the contract for the bridge will be the construction of 2km of link roads. The bridge itself will measure 1.9km in length and is planned to be ready for traffic by 2023.

The collapse of the rail bridge connecting to the busy Russian port of Murmansk has caused major transport problems in the area. Heavy goods and passengers are now having to be transported to and from the port by road. The 90-year-old bridge was fixed in 2014 but was damaged recently by heavy flooding that has occurred ever since.

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Last week’s California wildfire is considered the deadliest fire in the state’s history, burning through 8.800 structures and leaving 76 people dead. As the fires continue to die down, these numbers are expected to continue to rise as there are still more than 1300 people missing. The fire has left the state with a very dirty air and it would take weeks to clean out the pollution from the atmosphere.

Here are some of the important lessons learned from the California fire that everybody should consider.

1. Fires can happen anytime, anywhere. The California wildfire started out as a simple grass fire that was left unattended. And this is a common scenario for all other types of fire. At home, a simple unattended cooking or a cigarette butt not properly disposed of can cause tragic fires. An overheating machine or placing a stack of paper near a photocopying machine are scenarios that are most likely to cause fire to ignite. Being aware of your surroundings and understanding the fire risk of every situation is important in preventing fire. 2. Having an evacuation plan is not enough. Paradise, one of the towns grazed by the fire, had an evacuation plan created after the 2008 Humboldt and Lightning wildfires forced tone third of the town’s residents to evacuate. However, the evacuation plan had never been practiced and it was outdated. Town council candidate Julian Martinez warned the town in an election forum last September, saying:
“I think maybe we’re prepared for what fires looked like 10 years ago, but I don’t think we are prepared for this season or next season.”
When it comes to evacuation plans, it is important that they are practiced regularly so you know when adjustments have to be made. The evacuation should also be displayed in a public area where people can easily access them during emergencies. 3. A clear, well-lighted escape route can save lives. Whether it’s a building fire or a massive wildfire like the California fire, the first thing people look for is an escape route. Exit routes should be labeled appropriately, clear of obstructions, and well-lighted even if the power goes out or the smoke makes visibility difficult. 4. An audible alarm system is a more effective warning than a text message or other phone-based alerts. During the California fire, the first warning was sent out through the town’s CodeRed system via land lines, mobile phones, SMS, email, Twitter and Facebook and a mobile app. However, only half of the residents signed up for the service. A siren would have been more effective because people’s tendency is to take cover and find a safe place when they hear an alarm. This is the same for building fires. A smoke alarm is more effective than a text message or a smartphone notification. Installing smoke alarms can save a lot of lives because when they hear the alarm go off, people know what to do.

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As we navigate a world in which COVID-19 has taken lives, caused widespread illness, upended every rhythm of life, and disrupted our collective peace of mind, I’m also conscious of the resilience, community, and kindness that the pandemic has engendered.

At Convene, our employees have shown remarkable acts of generosity and compassion toward their colleagues and communities, which has spread light in an otherwise dark time. Meanwhile, our locations have been closed, giving us the space to reflect on our business and how to better serve our members, guests, and employees when we’re able to be together again.

Our 10+ years of cultivating a culture of integrity means that we will continue to make the right choices, especially in a time when health and safety are paramount. At Convene, we anticipate needs before they are stated, which includes ensuring that each person who enters our doors feels as safe as possible, both physically and psychologically.

We have taken the past month to build a comprehensive operational plan designed to form the strongest safety net possible to ensure our employees’, members’ and guests’ health and wellbeing. This plan is the result of extensive consultation with medical experts, government and business leaders, our partners, and our team.

Our commitment to you is to create the safest, healthiest workplaces possible. We’re doing that in five main ways:

  1. Implementing testing, temperature checking, active monitoring, and wider access to health services.
  2. Frequent communication and transparency.
  3. Redesigning our spaces to facilitate proper social distancing.
  4. Increasing cleaning and disinfection frequency, providing access to sanitation supplies, and improving the quality of air circulated through our workplaces.
  5. Updating our hospitality and service delivery standards.

Given the situation’s volatility, we will continue to consult with medical experts and take the guidance and advice of the CDC, WHO, and local government authorities to iterate on our plan, constantly upgrading individual measures based on the best scientific evidence to reinforce the strength of Convene’s approach. We’ve also joined the Workplace Operator Readiness Council with 13 other flexible workspace providers around the world to continue developing best practices for safe workplaces and will incorporate those insights and conclusions into the subsequent versions of this plan.

Meanwhile, we’re using this time to expand upon our remote and hybrid work offerings that will ultimately deliver a better experience at work, no matter where you are. More to come on that soon.

For now, all of us at Convene are already looking forward to welcoming you back to your home with us. Until then, take care of yourselves and one another.

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Chicken musakhan by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley

Musakhan is the hugely popular national dish of Palestine: growing up, Sami ate it once a week, pulling a piece of chicken and sandwiching it between a piece of pita or latbread. It’s a dish to eat with your hands and with your friends, served from one pot or plate, for everyone to then tear at some of the bread and spoon over the chicken and topping for themselves.

Traditionally, musakhan was made around the olive oil pressing season in October or November to celebrate (and gauge the quality of) the freshly pressed oil. The taboon bread would be cooked in a hot taboon oven (see page 341) lined with smooth round stones, to create small craters in the bread in which the meat juices, onion and olive oil all happily pool. It’s cooked year round, nowadays, layered with shop-bought taboon or pita bread, and is a dish to suit all occasions: easy and comforting enough to be the perfect weeknight supper as it is, but also special enough to stand alongside other dishes
at a feast.

Playing around: The chicken can be replaced with thick slices of roasted aubergine or chunky cauliflower florets, if you like (or a mixture of both), for a vegetarian alternative. If you do this, toss the slices or florets in the oil and spices, as you do the chicken, and  roast at 200°C fan for about 25 minutes for the cauliflower and about 35 minutes for the aubergine.

Serves four
1 chicken (about 1.7kg), divided into 4 pieces (1.4kg) or 1kg chicken supremes (between 4 and 6, depending on size), skin on, if you prefer
120ml olive oil, plus 2–3
tbsp extra, to finish
1 tbsp ground cumin
3 tbsp sumac
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground allspice
30g pine nuts
3 large red onions, thinly sliced
2–3mm thick (500g)
4 taboon breads (see headnote),
or any flatbread (such as Arabic
flatbread or naan bread) (330g)
5g parsley leaves, roughly chopped
Salt and black pepper

To serve
300g Greek-style yoghurt
1 lemon, quartered
Preheat the oven to 200°C fan.

Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons of oil, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1½ teaspoons of sumac, the cinnamon, allspice, 1 teaspoon of salt and a good grind of black pepper. Mix well to combine, then spread out on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast until the chicken is cooked through. This will take about 30 minutes if starting with supremes and up to 45 minutes if starting with the whole chicken, quartered. Remove from the oven and set aside. Don’t discard any juices which have collected in the tray.

Meanwhile, put 2 tablespoons of oil into a large sauté pan, about 24cm, and place on a medium heat. Add the pine nuts and cook for about 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the nuts are golden brown. Transfer to a bowl lined with kitchen paper (leaving the oil behind in the pan) and set aside. Add the remaining 60ml of oil to the pan, along with the onions and ¾ teaspoon of salt. Return to a medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the onions are completely soft and pale golden but not caramelised. Add 2 tablespoons of sumac, the remaining 2 teaspoons of cumin and a grind of black pepper and mix through, until the onions are completely coated. Remove from the heat and set aside.

When ready to assemble the dish, set the oven to a grill setting and slice or tear the bread into quarters or sixths. Place them under the grill for about 2–3 minutes, to crisp up, then arrange them on a large platter. Top the bread with half the onions, followed by all the chicken and any chicken juices left in the tray. Either keep each piece of chicken as it is or else roughly shred it as you plate up, into two or three large chunks. Spoon the remaining onions the top and sprinkle with the pine nuts, parsley, 1½ teaspoons of sumac and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve at once, with the yoghurt and a wedge of lemon alongside.

Extracted from FALASTIN: A COOKBOOK by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley (Ebury Press, £27) Photography by Jenny Zarins

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2020’s best street art cities in Spain. Explore our country through its graffiti.

Best street art cities in Spain

Discover the Iberian Peninsula with a 2 minutes read guide. Travel through the best street art cities in Spain. Join now our urban art community!

Let’s discover the most important festivals, art fairs and alternative tours in the country! A unique opportunity to visit our country in a different way.

  • Barcelona,
  • Bilbao,
  • Valencia,
  • Madrid

1-. Barcelona, leads the list of Catalonian best street art cities

Picture of one the most famous artists in the city
Greg Wolf share an image of Konair in Barcelona/ flickr

Firstly, Barcelona is not only known for its football team, Sagrada Familia or Las Ramblas. For example, it is also number 1 destination for many travellers visiting Spain for the first time. It has it all: nice weather, amazing restaurants, and a very powerful alternative scene.

What kinds of urban art could we find in Barcelona?

Cranio artes & El Pez
Doesn’t it look colorful? This artwork was created by El Pez and Cranio Artes

The city showcases an important graffiti community. Writers ‘maintain’ the metal shutters and walls painted. Apart from that, many visitors from different European countries visit the region in order to paint Rodalies wagons (intercity trains) or the TMB (Barcelona Metropolitan Transport)

On the other hand, galleries such as Tres Punts or Montana bring every other semester new emergent artists to the city.

The techniques you can mostly observe in Barcelona are paste-ups, throw-ups, stickers. Overall, artists paint using spray cans. They either tag or paint fun characters.

Neighborhoods to discover in an alternative tour in Barcelona

Jupiter art in Barcelona
Street art in Poblenou

Similarly to what happens in many other capital cities around the world, tourist trends now focus on alternative tourism.

  • El Gotico, medieval narrow streets.
  • El Raval, Barcelona’s most multicultural district.
  • Poblenou, an industrial area in the north of the city.

Above all, Barcelona’s modern art scene & panorama is active all year long.

Where is the best street art area in town?

Barcelona’s walls have hosted artists from many different countries. As an example, some of these talented artists are : BemieJay Bisual, Emily Elridge or Magic Marina, among many others.

If you don’t have that much of time to treasure hunt, here’s the hottest spots in Poblenou:

Lastly, do not miss this Google Drive document with over 80 pictures from Barcelona’s best 2019 street art pictures!

2-. Bilbao, Basque country street art cities.

Spy urban art in Bilbao
Jaime Silva photographed this artwork by Spy /flick

Secondly, we find Bilbao. The Basque Country’s’ biggest city. It’s well known because of the Guggenheim Museum and its gastronomy. Likewise other Spanish street art cities, Bilbo (as locals know the city) has a very active artistic scene.

Check out this street art map elaborated by Bilbao: Arte en la calle (art in the streets). Thanks to their work, you may now check the most beautiful artworks in town!

What are the worth checking areas in Bilbao regarding its modern art?

Artwork in downtown Bilbao
Fermin Moreno painted this abstract mural in 2002

You can find a lot of artworks between Las Cortes and Bilbao La Vieja. Keep on the left side of the Estuary. You’ll also find murals & artworks across the river, between Zolokoetxe and Casco Viejo

If you walk around Doña Casilda de Iturrizar Park surroundings , you’ll get a different point of view of Guggenheim Museum. All surrounded by street art!

Whose artists collaborated to the Basque Country’s best street art cities?

Aryz contributing to the street art cities
What’s the message that Aryz wants to transmit to the public audience?

Some artists come from more academic settings. They graduated in fine arts and now work as muralists. Some others are involved in the graffiti community, coming from alternative backgrounds.

As an example, these are the street art names whose pieces were painted in public walls.

  • Octavi Arrizabalaga, aka ARYZ
  • French abstract artist El Tono,
  • Suso 33, representing the Spanish old school.

3-. Valencia, the street art cities coastal gem.

Fallas 2020, coronavirus street art cities
Firefighters extinguishing 2020 Fallas. Escif artwork with a woman wearing a mask. Credit EP

Meanwhile, we could then find a capital city watered by the Mediterranean Sea. Valencia is a very popular destination not only for international travellers visiting Las Fallas, but also for Spanish tourists.

It offers a unique experience. You should enjoy its paellas, the modern architecture in the city of arts and sciences and its street art. Furthermore, Valencia is a rough diamond. It’s not as explored as its counterpart Barcelona!

Who are Valencia’s most famous artists?

Artwork exhibited in a modern art fair
Spray, acrylic and oil painting on canvas. Underdogs, Lisbon (PT)
  • Escif: the “Spanish Banksy”. Member of XLF crew. Famous for his recent piece at Fallas during the coronavirus lockdown.
  • Julieta XLF; little dreamy girls living in a fantasy world are her presentation portfolio.
  • Hyuro: although Argentinian born, she is one of Valencia’s most representatives realistic muralists. In other words, political messages painted to represent social issues.
  • Pichiavo: graffiti duo working with god-like creatures and graffiti throw-ups. Famous in the international artistic circuit!

Where to go to explore amazing streets art artworks?

street art artist from Valencia
Julieta as photographed by Proyecto mARTadero/ Flickr

Most of the street art and graffiti are located in the same area. Valencia is not as big as Madrid or Barcelona. Consequently, the places you should visit are in Ciutat Vella (old town), right in El Carmen district.

L’Eixample, and more specifically in Ruzafa, is a great alternative to discover Valencia’s most multicultural neighborhood. There are several murals!

To check Valencia’s resident artists artworks and to discover more street art cities, check this map!

4-. Madrid, the capital of all street art cities in Spain

Madrid, best street art cities in Spain
Spok, a local artist, painted this mural for the International Women’s Day.

Have you ever heard about Prado Museum or the modern art Museum, Reina Sofia? Despite the fact that those are the two most famous ones in town, there are still few other places that you should check. For example, La Neomudejar or La Tabacalera

 Who has ever painted a wall in town?

Travesia del Almendro
Urvanity walls 2020 edition. Artist: GVIIIE

Madrid’s contemporary art scene is very relevant, and its street art circuit even more important. Local artists, who have made it into the international panorama, have become friends with other big artists from all over the world.

As a result, not only do we have the best of national artists but also worldwide-known names. These are some illustrations you’ll be able to find in the city.

What are the best locations to check the latest street art in Madrid?

Torrejon de Ardoz urban art
The urban art in Madrid does not only appear in the city center.

The best route we would suggest you to take is the following one. Start in the alternative neighborhood of Malasaña and then continue towards Gran Via. Cross it towards La Latina and Lavapiés!

Our opinion about the street art cities.

Spain’s art scene is very active. You’ll see from classic master pieces turned into urban art to graffiti writers who tag on every corner. We love it!

To sum things up, we believe that our street art cities should be among the most important ones around Europe!

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#36126 closed defect (bug) (duplicate)

lastBuildDate in comment feed may not be empty

Reported by: Cybr Owned by: stevenkword
Milestone: Priority: normal
Severity: normal Version: 4.4.2
Component: Feeds Keywords:
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Comment feeds have added the <lastBuildDate> tag, which may not be empty.

However, when no comments have been assigned, this field will be empty. Rendering an invalid feed, according to the W3C.

I hope this helps! :)

Change History (14)

#1 @stevenkword
4 years ago

This may have bee introduced in https://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/32765.

I'm looking into it.

#2 @stevenkword
4 years ago

  • Owner set to stevenkword
  • Status changed from new to assigned

#3 @stevenkword
4 years ago

@Cybr It looks to me that the function should never return an empty string -- even when there are no comments in the system. When there are no comments, it should fallback to the post publish date.

Can you please provide steps to reproduce?

#4 @Cybr
4 years ago

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Hi @stevenkword,

Thanks for looking into this.

It's quite complex, and if you feel like it, please read on. Otherwise, go to the tl;dr section below.

It shouldn't return empty, but it will:
This is because the $wp_query->is_comment_feed() is true on the comment feed, so it will return early with a max() statement, which then will return null when no comments are available in the posts.

When I take a look at the function get_last_build_date_feed(), I can see it can make max() return false on two occasions.
https://core.trac.wordpress.org/browser/trunk/src/wp-includes/feed.php?rev=33224 (line 111 and 116).

When listening to these max() rules:

  1. When comparing two different types, the first one found will be used (which can be null).
  2. Comparing an empty Array will always return false.

And since max() is used twice, it has the possibility to return false twice:

  1. Having no posts will result in an empty array (and thus false).
  2. Having no comments or posts will result in null on the SQL query, which is then used as the type setter.

mysqltodate() will return false if the 2nd parameter is empty. And when converting this to a PHP string on echo: ''.

Taking all these variables into account, I believe this bug is achieved by either removing all approved comments, or having no posts available.

Removing all the approved comments is the easiest way to test this bug.

Having the lastBuildDate output being put into a variable and checking if it's there before outputting that line will solve this issue.
Please be aware that if ( ! empty( $var ) ) is three times as slow as just if ( $var ), since we're dealing with scalar types (which we are).

I hope this clears things up!

#5 @stevenkword
4 years ago

@Cybr Thanks for the extensive feedback :)

Which feed is rendering as invalid the main comments feed or one of the post comment feeds?

#6 @Cybr
4 years ago

Hi @stevenkword,

Anytime :)!

Both, actually:

#7 @stevenkword
4 years ago

At first I thought this related to https://core.trac.wordpress.org/ticket/4575 via changeset [32765]. However, since that was later reverted in [33281], it looks like the problem existed prior to those changes.

Currently in trunk, I am able to move all comments to the trash and view domain.com/comments/feed/ and get the empty <lastBuildDate> tags you mention. In this case, it is more likely that the empty string is being caused by an empty return value from get_lastcommentmodified()

#8 @Cybr
4 years ago

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That's correct @stevenkword,

My statements were indeed for get_last_build_date_feed(), a function that never really existed. You spoke about this function in the linked ticket (4575). I back-traced a never-released changeset, and I now know I need to be more careful on this.

I think enough information has been supplied on this matter :).

#9 @stevenkword
4 years ago

Steps to reproduce:

  1. Enable pretty permalinks
  2. Move all comments to the trash
  3. Visit domain.com/comments/feed/

I have confirmed that this is a valid bug report, but am a little bit on the fence as to how to address the problem. A simple solution would be to have the date fall back to the last published posts, preventing an empty string from ever appearing in the feed. However, I'm worried that by doing so, we would be introducing unexpected behavior out of get_lastcommentmodified().

I'd like to revisit #4575 since it would address this issue via the introduction of a new method, get_last_build_date.

#10 follow-up: @Cybr
4 years ago

Why not something more simple and right to the point?

<?php if ( $last_build_date = get_lastcommentmodified('GMT') ) : ?>
        <lastBuildDate><?php echo mysql2date('r', $last_build_date); ?></lastBuildDate>
<?php endif; ?>

I'm unsure about the maintainability, though.

#11 in reply to: ↑ 10 @stevenkword
4 years ago

Replying to Cybr:

Why not something more simple and right to the point?

<?php if ( $last_build_date = get_lastcommentmodified('GMT') ) : ?>
        <lastBuildDate><?php echo mysql2date('r', $last_build_date); ?></lastBuildDate>
<?php endif; ?>

I'm unsure about the maintainability, though.

I'm not a huge fan of introducing new logic at the template level. Test coverage for Feeds is already minimal and doing so would make future testing more difficult. In addition, I feel like we should always render the tag. The feed is always "built" and should therefore always have that tag. I see that it's optional according to spec, but in this case, I think we need to render it and for it to be accurate. This is why I want to revisit #4575 -- it not only ensures this lastBuildDate wouldn't be empty, but it would ensure it was correct.

In other words -- rather than just specifically put a band-aid on this problem -- we should fix the feed behavior.

#12 @stevenkword
4 years ago

I've refreshed the patch: https://core.trac.wordpress.org/attachment/ticket/4575/4575_7.diff which should resolve the reported issue here.

#13 @stevenkword
4 years ago

  • Resolution set to fixed
  • Status changed from assigned to closed

This was fixed in changeset 38925

#14 @swissspidy
4 years ago

  • Milestone Awaiting Review deleted
  • Resolution changed from fixed to duplicate

Duplicate of #38027.

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#40248 closed defect (bug) (fixed)

Tiny typo!

Reported by: redrambles Owned by: SergeyBiryukov
Milestone: 4.8 Priority: normal
Severity: normal Version: 4.7.3
Component: Formatting Keywords:
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There is a typo in the comment just before the return statement in the 'wp_trim_words' function, in wp-includes/formatting.php.

Screenshot: https://cloudup.com/cOdyEIoUldE

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#1 @SergeyBiryukov
3 years ago

  • Component changed from General to Formatting
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  • Milestone changed from Awaiting Review to 4.8

#2 @SergeyBiryukov
3 years ago

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  • Resolution set to fixed
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In 40322:

Docs: Correct default value in @param entry for the $num_words parameter of wp_trim_words filter.

Props redrambles.
Fixes #40248.

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Wednesday, 6 November 2019

Cogitation Street

This piece has been bubbling away on a low heat for some time. There were occasions when it threatened to boil over, but I kept a lid on it. I suspected, or rather hoped, that it would simply dry up at some point. But no, it's been simmering, and is determined to be served up. So here it is.

I've had the privilege of writing for the Coronation Street Blog for the past six years. At one point, I was reviewing two double episodes a week as well as posting the odd opinion piece when a particular character, storyline or script inspired me to do so. Being part of the blog has given me some of my happiest memories, and has honestly never felt like hard work. This is because I love the programme, and I love this blog, and all who sail in her.

Why then, have I never written as little about Corrie as I do now? Given my previous record, this is a question which is surely worthy of note, and so I decided to try and arrive at an answer.

On looking back, I was genuinely surprised to find that my last opinion piece was written as far back as February of this year. It concerned Peter Barlow's Lost Buoy. I loved everything about that story. Given that it involved my favourite character, that may not be all that surprising. But that didn't mean I'd like it! (Spoiler alert: I did.) Before that, I wrote about Audrey's pursuit of happiness with Lewis Archer. That was in August 2018, and also involved two of my favourites fantasising about setting sail.

Was it simply that I favoured plots with a nautical theme? No. I delighted in them because they were borne out of sublime characterisation, beautiful writing, and had pathos, heart and just the right amount of humour while being perfectly paced. Simply put, they were quintessential Corrie. The fact that these were the last two storylines I felt inspired to write about doesn't sit well with me. In fact, it makes me sad.

When a programme means as much to you as Corrie does to me, you want to be inspired to blog enthusiastically about it. The many passionate voices on this site all come from volunteers, and so everything you read is a labour of love which comes from the heart. For my part, it seems that when I'm not feeling enthused by the show, I am unlikely to write about it.

This isn't because I am afraid to voice my opinion. In truth, it's probably because complaining expends both valuable time and energy and can breed negativity. It's also because when you feel loyal to a programme, and value the work that goes into it, you don't really want to spend your time picking it apart, however valid your concerns may be.

The downside to this approach is that dissenting voices are not heard, and we grumble in private or, if we can't help but say it aloud, on Twitter. My problem with the latter is that it leaves little room to explore an issue or to ensure that the criticism comes across as constructive and respectful, which is always an absolute must for me.

There is no doubting or questioning the skills or talents of those both in front of and behind the cameras of Coronation Street. These are professionals who work hard to bring three evenings of episodes our way on a weekly basis. It can't be easy, especially when you're under pressure to not only deliver six top quality installments, but to keep up the ratings while doing so.

However, that said, as fans of an historic and much loved programme designed to entertain, we should feel we can express ourselves if we are not enjoying it or are somehow irked by the show with whom we have long been firm companions.

I did just that in 2016 when Our Mutual Friend appeared to be out of sorts. The opening paragraph read:

“Watching Coronation Street of late, for me, has felt like sitting alone in a room peering at a dear, old friend through the window. I’m certain it’s my friend, as I can recognise them, but something about them has changed, and I’m left feeling rather puzzled and uneasy.”

Three years on, I am still peering through the window, but I am finding it even harder to recognise my friend now. Unfortunately my puzzlement and unease seems to have given way to resignation at the fact that it has changed, and continues to do so. Perhaps it is this resignation that has me feeling, up to now, that any attempt to pen my criticism, however respectful and constructive, is pointless. But there is obviously something in me that still wishes to do it, so, for what it's worth, here it is.

Almost two weeks ago, we said goodbye to Sinead Osbourne via a set of highly stylised episodes which presented a raw, unflinching depiction of a young woman's death. As you would expect, it was terrible to witness. The actors put in stellar performances, and the talents of the crew charged with portraying it were permitted full rein. But because of the work involved, the content, and the outpouring of praise on social media, it seemed like sacrilege to criticise it. I realise now that this is another reason which has sometimes prevented me expressing my views in the past. That doesn't sit well with me either, and is another motivation to write this now.

As it turns out, that particular week proved pretty crucial in summing up why Coronation Street is harder to recognise than ever for me, and so is essential to this blog. I am taking the lid off the pot now, so here goes.

The stylisation of these episodes, together with the privileging of drama in the form of the Daniel and Bethany kiss, only succeeded in detaching me from the painful reality of what was being depicted. Had it been quiet and subtle, it would have brought me closer to it, and perhaps had more of an emotional impact on me.

Cutting between Sinead's struggles and the prison riot felt wrong, and when that drama subsided, there was nothing of contrast to replace it. There are innumerable examples from the Corrie of old that demonstrate how having gentle stories either side of one like Sinead's actually serves to make it more poignant. This is because we are presented with the light and shade of living in one episode, and we get the fullest sense of the tragedy because we know she will miss the funny, good, and beautiful things about life that are playing out on screen in parallel with her departure from it. While it was absent altogether that week, I have come to realise that this organic lightness has been missing from Corrie for some time now.

In terms of style – the breathy transitions, the cinematic effect on screen, the various angles – it was all very accomplished. But, and I'm sure there are those that roll their eyes when they hear this said, it wasn't Corrie. It was, in fact, the furthest thing from quintessential Coronation Street that I have seen to date.

Now. For those that do balk at this statement, if people like myself feel it isn't Corrie, that implies that there are baseline facets to the show that we expect to find when we watch it, and that these are absent. These features are concrete and real and arise from almost sixty years of tradition. It follows then to ask, if it isn't Corrie, then what is it? My fellow blogger Scott has already pointed out that the worlds of Hollyoaks and Coronation Street should remain separate in his wonderful Five Things. I would ask, if soaps begin to become indistinguishable from one another, then what does the experience of being a fan of one or several of these programmes constitute? Where do our pleasures lie? Why the need to dispense with those things which make each one unique and individual? What comes of doing so? What would then ensure our loyalty to any of them?

The risk of melding worlds is at its greatest when we have an event week. It is on these occasions that sensationalist storylines imaginatively depicted with the promise of explosive endings are at their peak. But I worry that the suspension, and sometimes altogether abandonment of disbelief, is becoming a requirement in viewing the regular episodes too.

There are far too many dark and issue-led storylines competing with one another. Nor is any time allowed for them to resonate with the viewer, and the experience of watching them can be exhausting, especially in the absence of the abovementioned lightness. Some also seem to arise out of plot rather than character which threatens the realism on which they're supposed to be founded.

This is not to say that when they are done right, they don't have a place. Asha Alahan's skin lightening storyline was impeccably portrayed. Why? Because it was subtle, well paced, beautifully written and performed, and had a quietness to it that made it all the more heartbreaking and resonant. It wasn't sensational or dramatic, but down to earth and human, and it was all the stronger for it. It felt like it very much belonged on Coronation Street.

They too are the reasons why Chesney's reaction to Sinead's demise was one of the more authentic for me. Seeing him pause at her doorbell, unable to ring it, and saying 'sorry,' before walking away was one of the most powerful scenes of the week for its understatedness. Sadly, while he did become a father to quads, he still sallied forth into the following week as if it had never happened.

When it comes to comedy, I'm afraid I can't come up with an example of where it has worked for me in recent times. Gemma and the babies might be seen by some as a nice story (as long as Bernie is not around), but it doesn't feel realistic and I don't find any humour in it.

Soap fans have spent years proudly, and quite rightly, refuting claims of them being nothing more than trivial nonsense. My greatest fear now is that these unfair criticisms will actually become harder to argue against if grounded, character-based storylines with heart and realism at their core take a back seat.

Of course drama is needed, but lurching from one to the next, sometimes even negotiating heavy crises simultaneously with nothing to counter them, is tiring and difficult to either watch or look forward to. We need to see the hum drum, and the humour of daily life, even in the face of adversity. It feels that this is missing from Corrie at the moment.

The longevity of the programme is not in question, but that doesn't mean it should, or need to, stray from its roots. It can still move with the times while depicting and celebrating the characteristics that make it what it was in the first place.

Heart. Pathos. Realism. Humour. Stoicism. Subtelty. Humanity. Wit. Grit.

For those that think this longstanding viewer is living in the past, on the contrary. These qualities are still very much required in the modern world. They are the things that speak of the fullness of lives lived. Lives we watch unfold in our homes three nights a week. They are the things that have made us love and stay with Coronation Street all these years. That make it inimitable. Unrivalled. And quintessentially Corrie. Once they are there, no matter what is depicted, all will be well in the world of Weatherfield.

By Emma Hynes
Twitter: @ELHynes
Instagram: emmalouhynes
Facebook: @EmmaHynesWrites

All original work on Coronation Street Blog is covered by a Creative Commons License

Anonymous said...

I recognize a lot in this. And it all comes into greater focus if you are watching the Classic Corrie episodes, currently in early 1994, on ITV3. There the drama can still be found in the everyday worries of modern family life - the young Webster marriage, for example, and, most gloriously, in the trials and tribulations of the McDonalds. I think the key lies in all of the drama being something that you could imagine yourself being involved in. The drama these days seems to rely on sensational events that are sometimes so far removed from what most people experience that they become unbelievable. A young mother tragically dying of cancer is, of course, sadly something that does happen, but surely - surely! - there is enough drama in this without having to add a kiss of betrayal? Seems totally unnecessary and, ultimately, damages the main storyline.

Den said...

Thanks for taking the time to put your thoughts down Emma. It's important that voices are heard, even if they're negative, although I've done the very same lately, bottled it up and kept quiet. There was a lot of praise recently for the Billy and Paul scenes, particularly in the way the storyline had been handled and because my views contrasted so massively from what I was seeing on social media, I felt my voice would be lost, or attacked.

I remember early last year I was absolutely disgusted in corrie for the heroin storyline they ran with Billy, I still am quite bitter about it to be honest. And then a little while after another coro blogger blogged that we should all lighten up and stop moaning. A few corrie stars picked up on it chorusing "here here" and it just made me feel worse, so I wrote a big piece on his blog about why it's important that if something doesn't sit right with you then you should be allowed to voice it without being told you're just being negative.

It wasn't like I hadn't praised corrie in the past for everything I felt they'd gotten right, including actors and crew for all their hard work. Many others also commented likewise to my reply saying that they too were finding little light in the show. At some point all the comments on that piece got removed ... which did make me feel like writing blogs and opinion pieces is a little pointless if you're not going to allow others to reply, or allow a reply and delete them if they disagree with the piece.

I'm sure you'll have people read your blog and have a completely different view point to you, which is fine, obviously, we all have opinions and we all know what we like and don't like. I totally understand what you are saying with regards to the show, I tune in when I know certain characters are on and tune out heavily when I know any of the Winter clan are on. They're just not my cup of tea.

I did like the filming style of Sinead's final episode with her drifting in and out of consciousness. I lost my mum many years ago now to cancer and up until that Friday I had become quite worrisome by how little of my experience I'd seen in Sinead's. I did come to a realisation towards the end though that it would be impossible to get it 100% accurate to real life as people would switch off from the weeks and weeks of misery. But the final episode I did feel was very well handled. I particularly thought her dialogue with Billy was exceptional. I did think the line about most deaths being peaceful was a little tactless, but ... tbh, that is typical Billy, so it seemed very in character. Other than that, I thought he was a very calming voice in the entire episode.

I very much disliked the Bethany involvement in the storyline, it really wasn't needed. And I feel the idea of throwing in that kiss into an already depressing storyline is where, if you're struggling to watch the show right now, most of the problem lies. And I wonder if that comes from a social media perspective. Wanting those comments. They even posted a picture that evening on their own twitter account of Bethany and Daniel kissing with the word "Thoughts?" - I thought that was massively distasteful and just confirmed to me that it wasn't so much about telling a story as more getting a twitter frenzy.

Keep characters true, keep the dialogue true, keep their actions true ... and that's where the warmth comes from. Humour can come from simple conversations between likeable characters.

Everyone obviously works incredibly hard on the show, like you said, and I can't imagine the amount of hours that must go in to give 6 half hour episodes a week. Thinking of content to fill those minutes must be incredibly difficult. But the show definitely felt like an easier watch before than it does now and we've only gained 1 extra episode.

Humpty Dumpty said...

The litmus test for me is whether I can be bothered to switch on the TV and I am more selective these days. Certain developments have spoilt it for me. The first is the number of shows in the week. We're almost in real time so missing one or two episodes isn't crucial. The second is the way the actor and the character have become merged. There's a mixed message here: on the one hand, these characters 'aren't real' so don't blame the actor if you see them in the street. On the other hand, the actors are wheeled on to every chat show going which is a subliminal way of getting you to become emotionally involved with the character. The third is the ridiculous invention of the 'interview' which is clearly written by the PR department. There's no time for story arcs or character development so we're thrown a crib sheet to bring us up to speed. And, lastly, I really don't like being told when an actor is leaving Corrie. The 'kiss' probably signifies the beginning of Bethany's exit story. Some of us will be guessing how this proceeds, not because we like Bethany but because we like solving mysteries. My other litmus test is whether I would miss any character if they left. Unbelievably, to me anyway, is that I wouldn't mind if even Peter Barlow left! I suppose nothing will change while the viewing figures are ahead of its rivals, and while Twitter and the entertainment sites keep its profile high. Possibly a turning point will come when the older characters have gone. With nobody to rebel against, will Peter Barlow become the stable head of the family? Rita goes and Jenny gives out the 'Listen, lady' speeches across the bar? That could be interesting.

Anonymous said...

Jeanie (anon):

If a good litmus test is how much you miss the character when/if they're gone, then (for me, anyways) the reappearance of Gail shows just how essential she, Audrey, and the rest of the Platts are to the show. When I watched Monday's show, I realized just how much I missed them! One dose of Gail and her impossibly bouncy, glossy, golden hair--symbolic of her eternal optimism and ebullient spirit- and all was right with the world! Meanwhile, I was just so happy that miserable Sinead was no longer moping her way to an early grave, as tiresome and colorless in death as she was in life.

Gail and Audrey are the high spots, but the rest, David, Nick the momma's boy/a----e, Sarah, are great too. And their family dynamic is both authentic and hilarious. I particularly love how they come across so differently when you see them out on their own vs. when you see them in their family group with mom and gran--where suddenly they're back in the old family role that they've been stuck in since childhood. Demon David. Flaky but sweet Sarah. Responsible but controlling Nick. And the way they play off each other and their mom and grandmother, forging and reforging alliances and feuds, always jockeying for support and approval from Gail or Audrey! It seems so true to how so many families operate...and subtly suggests all the frustration family members feel when they're back with siblings and parents who don't see the person they are now but rather the sibling or child they've always been. Great stuff. Even someone like Sarah becomes so much more interesting when you see her bickering with David and Nick...the long-suffering sister sandwiched in between the antics of her demented older and baby brother.

By contrast this last month and a half has been so pointlessly bleak and so terribly, desperately humorless, despite the frantic antics of Bernie, Gemma, and crew that I stopped watching.

Why would anyone want to watch a young woman with a new baby and husband die on screen? Fortunately that almost never happens; even less likely is that one's beloved husband will kiss one's friend while one is in the process of dying. So I' afraid that I just tuned it all out as lazy, manipulative story writing designed to stir my emotions without much effort put into the development of an actual meaningful story (which is quite a different thing than nifty camera angles and stylized effects). I mean, of course seeing a beautiful young woman with a baby die on screen is heart-rending. The real challenge to a good story and good depiction is inspiring similar emotions in response to the everyday afflictions and heart break we all experience as we journey through life.

Lesley said...

I agree as to the heaviness that has beset Corrie over the last few years. I have found myself regretfully fast forwarding through the show lately. The joy is gone. There are far, far too many issue based storylines coming one after another. The long, protracted process of Sinead dying was neither enlightening, nor necessary. Nor do I watch anything with Geoff, Michelle or Bernie in it. Corrie seems to be a lost cause lately. I have watched it since day #1. Fast forwarding literally gives me a sinking feeling. Corrie is not alone unfortunately in dragging “current” issues into the plot. So many shows do these days. Most of us are not unaware of many of these problems. I personally watch tv to escape some of the pain etc that just comes with being alive. It hard to find a place to just find the appropriate balance. I do not watch vapid romantic comedies etc. As I prefer real life, but not being a journalist looking for the gore, I do seek some equality of light and dark in my programming. I hope Corrie goes back to its roots, as pretty soon I will be fast forwarding through the whole show and grieving the loss of a great tv series.

C in Canada said...

Here in Canada, we just saw Sinead pass away on Monday. I enjoyed the way the scenes were portrayed from a cinematic point of view - her drifting in and out of consciousness. I felt all the actors were spot on with their portrayal of emotions. You expected the ones closest to Sinead to be heartbroken, but watching Chesney's grief in particular was so very heart wrenching.
They all had me reaching for the tissues.

Kosmo said...

Some wise words Emma. Whilst not here I have been writing episode reviews for nearly as long as Glenda and I remain unconvinced that the current six episodes a week are serving us well.

One of the regular writers, Ellen Taylor, was interviewed on Conversation Street podcast last week and it was interesting to hear her say that the need for a pre-ad break and end of episode hook meant that every episode has to ramp up the drama to feed those 12 weekly interruptions.

She also described the complex effort going on - three teams shooting at the same time and effort backstage to schedule the story elements.

I feel that the scheduling and writing needs to be opened out to give us a couple of scenes in each episode where we see people removed from the current action but interacting - eg Imran and Toyah at home in the evenings; other couples the same - and from last week what is Jenny doing in the back room and where is Johnny. We saw Sal and Gail on a power walk recently - much more of that is needed.

Less drama and more about the wonderful characters. I remember four or five men maybe 20 years ago planning a night out and ending up getting steadily drunk in the Rovers and failing to go into town as they were enjoying a chat.

And I really don't think the viewer numbers would drop.

MartesBC said...

I am surprised at this embeded journalist's opinion having had supported Kate Oates reign in previous blogs and paving the road to today's Corrie and subsequent dissatisfaction. Sinead's death was very well done and would have been more special and highlighted if it wasn't juxtaposed with the stupid prison riot. There is an 'explosive' storyline every 5 minutes. Coronation Street is a massive machine now and the writing process is well described by the writer of Sinead's death episide in the Oct 31st Conversation Street episode. And if Corrie goes to 7 episodes a week, that we all consume without thinking, me thinks it ain't getting any better. So we deal with it if we want to, or tune out, or get a job on the writing team.Simple.

dhvinyl said...

An excellent piece and some equally well thought replies. Here are my brief thoughts,...too many characters leads to too many story lines. No scene is given the time to breathe and we rarely get to enjoy the extended conversations that build the characters. Six hours is too much. Two 60 minute shows a week with two ad breaks per show would give more time for extended scenes. Stop introducing all these long lost relatives and give the best actors time to show how good they are. To succumb to fast-forwarding your favourite soap - and I’m doing it more and more - is near criminal. The writers and producers must know it’s not working right now and needs a radical overhaul.

Glenda Young said...

A note to MartesBC - there are no embedded journalists on this blog. Never have been, never will. It has always been - and will remain - a fan site written by and for fans, expressing all kinds of opinion.

Glenda Young, Coronation Street Blog Editor.

Bobby Dazzler said...

You have accurately described how I feel about our favourite program.

Anonymous said...

Glenda, why do you no longer use Flamin' Nora as your identity?

Glenda Young said...

No particular reason 😀
Flaming Nora
Glenda Young

Karen said...

I am in total agreement with your post.
I'm longing for more comedy. Gemma, Tim and Steve, the new neighbours (sorry, I don't have all of their names embedded in my memory yet), their crazy antics and interactions occasionally pop up to give us a lark. Oh please writers, let us see more.

I couldn't watch the episodes covering the death scenes. It is too close to home for me right now.

Anonymous said...

I could not agree more. I spend as much time watching old episodes on DVD from around twenty years ago as I do watching the new episodes. There was a time when I would not, indeed could not, bare to miss an episode of corrie but nowadays I find I can go for week at a time and manage to cope. This would have been unheard of in the past! I'm afraid that there is far too much screen time for the younger cast- probably because the younger members can cope with the grueling schedule- but I miss the older generation. The comedy that Corrie has always been known for has all but gone, as has the human reactions to the events taking place. The sense of community is lacking and, whilst this might be a reflection of the change in society in the real world, it is very much missed on screen. -Micky

Emma Hynes said...

Thanks to all of you. Not only for taking the time to read my piece, but to post your own honest, interesting and comprehensive opinions in response. While I would need to write another blog to address all the points, I will say the following.

I would have completely respected and accepted if people didn't agree with me, but the reaction, both here and on social media, has been one of overwhelming support. This demonstrates that Corrie fans remain a passionate bunch, and that we still care, very much, about the show.

Such fans are invaluable to any programme. And I genuinely feel that if we are expressing doubt and despair, and admitting to fast forwarding it or skipping it altogether, then that is something which should be taken seriously.

If a show is to change in an attempt to target new viewers, it follows that they will be less invested, initially at least. As the programme cannot rely on their long term loyalty, it needs to retain the existing fanbase. Yes, there is the need to build the audience of the future. But, and I made this point elsewhere, grandchildren, children and grandparents alike - that's three generations - have always been able to watch and enjoy Corrie alongside one another. That is proof to me that it has managed to move with the times without risking its universal appeal to gain younger or newer viewers.

The difference between now and previous decades is social media, which is certainly something which may divide the generations in terms of how they consume the show. This makes it all the more important that a programme can stand alone whether you're engaging with it online or not. I do have issues concerning writing scripts for any programme with social media in mind. However, that is a different conversation for another day.

Thank you again, Coronation Street Blog readers and Corrie fans. Your opinions are valued, and I'm grateful that you've taken the time to respond to mine and to share your own.

Louby said...

I'm just catching up on the blog and found this brilliant post and comments. These are my current Corrie thoughts....

I love the old episodes but don't watch through rose tinted spectacles. Not everything was better but we did get to know the characters in a lot more depth.

I think we are expected to overlook so many plot holes now and I know this has been discussed quite a few times. The elastic walls of the houses, skint people who can afford to eat at the cafe/bistro and drink in the Rovers for a start. But the scenes from Llandudno, obviously filmed in the summer and not at the end of October!

One of my biggest annoyances is how a character has a problem, it's a big thing for a while and then all of a sudden it's all over. I'm thinking of Craig's OCD, Sean being homeless, Carla and her drinking/gambling/psychosis etc. It would be good to see, for example, how Craig now copes which would make including the issue a lot more worthwhile.

To see how the show has changed, compare the 40th and 50th anniversary episodes. The 40th I remember for Ken and Co's fight to save the cobbles, Vera donating a kidney to her grandson and Peter Barlow returning. Mostly happy stuff, apart from Terry! 2010, mayhem and death!

I'll finish now with the thought that Brookside, which was brilliant in the early years, became ridiculous as the script writers thought up more and more extreme plots. Viewers including myself deserted it until it wasn't worth carrying on.

dhvinyl said...

Well said, Louby. Nothing is forever and I am thinking of other ways of spending the three hours every week. I’m guessing the Street’s viewers are almost entirely mature, and we are a generation that yearns for friendship, humour and love, not bitterness, nastiness and inhumanity. We get enough of that on the news!!

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#NFLPreview2016: AFC South

Colts (10-6) : The Colts look to rebound from a 8-8 season last year. Colts gave Andrew Luck the keys to the franchise as they signed him to a 6 Year / 140 Million dollar deal. It’s totally justified as Luck missed  9 games last season due to a multitude of injuries( he’s very very valuable). The ageless wonder in Frank Gore returns to the Colts and is looking to become a 1,000 yard rusher. I love this receiving core with the duo of T.Y Hilton and Donte Moncrief who complements each other . I expect Dwayne Allen to ball out this season as Luck’s favorite target at Tight End. The Defense is so so suspect . In 2015 the Colts ranked 26th in total defense, & 25th in points allowed. Kendall Langford looks to improve on his career high of 7 sacks in 2015. Robert Mathis , Eric Walden , & D’quell Jackson  heads the Linebacker core . The Denfense Back field is fairly decent with the hopes of Corner Vontae Davis can return to his 2014 form. The Colts will be a offensive juggernot this year , but the defense will be its biggest weakness. I expect the Colts to make the playoffs and make a run in the AFC South .

Texans (9-7) – The most intriguing team in the NFL is the Texans. Once upon a time (2012 to be exact) I said once the Texans get a franchise QB…..goodnight AFC!!!!! Well the Texans went out and signed Super Bowl QB ( Hence my inflection ) Brock Osweiler to be the franchise QB. Head Coach Bill O’Brien aka the QB whisper who led the Texans to the playoffs with 4 QBS( Brandon Weeden started in their playoff game). Life after Arian Foster has begun as they aqurried Lamar Miller ( multi facid back who’s a great pass rusher). I expect the Texans to have a 2 headed running attack with power back Alfred Blue and Miller. The intrigue of the receiving core has to be in the drafting of Will Fuller and Braxton Miller . These two rookies who I think will make a immediate impact along with proven veterans like DeAndre Hopkins and Cecil Shorts. The Defense is also just as dangerous as their offense. Romeo Crennel 3-4  hybrid Defense is one of the best fronts in all of the NFL as its fire blitz and stunts that amplifies the ability of J.J Watt. Watt is a 3-time Defensive Player of the year ( 2015: 17 1/2 sacks , 29 tackles for a loss) who will highlight the D-line with Vice Wilfork , & Devin Still. Can Jadeveon Clowney stay healthy and live up to the hype. The susperstar of the Linebacker core is Whitney Mercilus who had 12 sacks, I expect great contributions from Brian Cushing & Benardcrick McKinney. The biggest question mark is the Defensive backfield  who is led by Texans favorite Johnathan Joesph , Quinton Demps , & Andre Hall( current Free Safety converted corner). The Texans are the most complete team in the AFC South and if there was a team in this division likely to win a Super Bowl it would be these Texans .

Jaguars (7-9) – Do Not adjust your vision… Yes I have the Jags knocking at the .500 mark. Mark Brunell isn’t walking thru that door …..Blake Bortles is kicking in the door with his 35 TDS this season ( 18 ints as well). T.J Yeldon and pro-bowler Chris Ivory will be toting the rock for the Jags. The best receiving core in the AFC South belongs to the Jaguars . The Allen-Allen connection is the best upcoming duo in the NFL. Allen Robinson (1,400 Yrds, 14 TDS ) & Allen Hurns ( 1,031 Yrds , 10TDS) tore the NFL up in 2015. The Jags are also hoping Marquise Lee steps up & live up to his position. The Jags Defense is just as talented as their offense . They have a healthy balance of youth and experience . Many people suggest the Jaguars payed Malik Jackson way too much ( on a team that don’t know how to win he’s needed) . Jackon experience will help his fellow D-line brethren like Sen’Derrick Marks, & redshirt rookie ( Made up word) Dante Fowler. The Linebacker core is led by Paul Poslunsky who is also a productive veteran who will help rookie Miles Jack. I also loved the acquisitions of Tashaun Gipson and Prince Amukamara who will provide depth in the defensive backfield that will provide rookie corner Jalen Ramsey a easier transition. I don’t want to get ahead of myself but the Jags will turn heads this year I expect epic wins and them playing important games in December .

Titans (5-11) – In Tennsee like Orgeon …. The minds of Titans fans has got to be Jesus, Girls and Marcus Mariota ( watch the YouTube video) . Marcus Mariota  showed flashes of brilliance last year ( 2,818 yards 19 TDS 10INT) . Demarco Murray & Derrick Henry will compete as the feature back( I think Henry will beat out Murray ). After trading in my opinion their best wide receiver Dorial Green Beckham the WR core is paper thin. Delanie Walker had a excellent 2015 (94 passes 1,088 yards) . The defense is a total work in progress as Dick LeBaeu enters his 2nd season with the Titans. Jurrell Casey leads the Defensive line with DaQuan Jones and Al Woods. The most intriguing thing about the Texans has got to be their linebackers .. I actually like the combination of Brian Orakpo and Derrick Morgan. The secondary is fairly decent with Jason McCourty & Parrish a Cox at the corners . DaNorris Searcy & Former Middle Tennessee State standout Kevin Byard shore up the safeties. The Titans are definitely a team on the rise and look for them to take baby steps in reaching atop of the AFC South.

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Lions 10-6 X

Bears 9-7

Vikings 5-11

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Buccaneers 11-5 Y

Saints 10-6

Panthers 9-7

Falcons 8-8

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Eagles 8-8

Giants 7-9

Cowboys 6-10

                         NFC West

Seahawks 12-4 Z

49ers 11-5 X

Cardinals 9-7

Rams 7-9

                        AFC North

Bengals 9-7 Y

Ravens 8-8

Browns 6-10

Steelers 5-11

                        AFC South

Colts 12-4 Y

Texans 10-6 X

Jaguars 5-11

Titans 4-12

                      AFC East

Patriots 13-3 Z

Dolphins 9-7 X

Jets 8-8

Bills 7-9

                   AFC West

Broncos 9-7

Chiefs 7-9

Chargers 7-9

Raiders 3-13

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Buccaneers Over Lions

Bengals Over Dolphins

Broncos Over Texans

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49ers Over Seahawks

Packers Over Lions

Colts Over Bengals

Patriots over Broncos

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One of the greatest things that has helped me on my journey is forgiveness. Not just for the people who have ‘hurt’ me, but also for myself.

Forgiveness is not about condoning bad behaviour, but about allowing yourself to be free from a situation or person that has ‘wronged’ you.

(Something I spoke to a friend about this morning, was how we take the issues from the past and transfer them to someone else, because we haven’t done the forgiveness work.)

Forgiveness allows you to create space in your heart for more love, peace and joy, by removing the hurt, sadness and grief, the anger and resentment.

Forgiveness allows us to operate at a higher vibration, rather than being trapped in a low vibration, or being more susceptible to being brought down to someone elses low vibration.

I didn’t understand this to begin with. I felt like forgiving someone was letting them off the hook, sometimes for incredible wrong doing.

But I was wrong.

Forgiveness is the greatest gift we can give ourselves, and also another.

That’s what it means to crack your heart open and do the healing work, rather than skim over the event and consciously move past it. Surrendering and opening your heart, means you can step into and out of it fully, with true forgiveness.

The mantra I live by is: you love the soul, you forgive the humanness. Something I learnt the hard way. When I first had that mantra pop into my head, it was like I had awakened to a truth that I had always known, but never knew.

I realised I didn’t want the burden of the hurt to weigh my heart down any longer.

So when I was doing any deep healing work, I allowed moments, people, events to surface, and forgive them all in the process. And for someone who has an incredible memory (some would probably say I have an eidetic memory), there was a lot to forgive.

But the biggest lesson was in learning to forgive myself. For some things I had done, and for things that I had allowed to happen to me. Forgiving myself for staying when I should have left. Saying yes, when I should have said no. And the wrong doing that I put on others.

Forgiving myself for bringing my past into present situations and taking it out on the wrong person.

Owning up to my mistakes and forgiving them with the same compassion I would have for the person I love most in this world.

Forgiveness is out way out of the shadows, it’s the way to see ourselves clearly.

Forgiveness also allows us to move forward with less weight in our heart and soul, and therefore be able to attract greater things into our lives.

And sometimes there are no words that ever need to be said. Forgiveness can come in silent moments. Forgiving someone without them ever knowing. Or it can come after hard conversations.

I remember one of the conversations I had with someone last year who hurt me deeply. We finally spoke about everything, how I felt, and why I let it go on for so long. And then a deep healing through forgiveness came. Both for myself and the other.

Sometimes the conversation is a great catalyst for learning, sometimes forgiveness is the teacher on its own.

I have chosen moments when a conversation is needed, and times when a silent moment is the best path forward.

Forgiveness then leads us to compassion, which in turn leads us to love.

No matter how it happens, forgiveness is the path to freedom, to a more joyful, loving and peaceful life.

If you are feeling stuck, practicing forgiveness could be your key to moving forward in your life.

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