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The Road Of Danger – Snippet 06

The Road Of Danger – Snippet 06

CHAPTER 2: Holm on Kronstadt

          Daniel supposed that he should have waited for Commander Ruffin to usher them into her office, but she was behind Adele and Daniel really wanted to get his friend out of the admiral’s presence before something happened. He was thinking tactically, not what he’d expected when they entered the headquarters building.

          An RCN officer must always be ready to deal with a crisis. Daniel grinned.

          He swung Ruffin’s door back and waved Adele through with a flourish. Ruffin, close behind Adele, stiffened with irritated surprise.

          Daniel’s grin broadened and he repeated the gesture. “After you, please, Commander,” he said.

          Ruffin paused, then stepped through without looking at Daniel until she had reached her desk and sat down behind it. He closed the door behind him, standing with his back against the jamb. Adele was already seated at one of the severely functional chairs in front of the desk. The data unit was live on her lap.

          Adele served Cinnabar not only in uniform but also as an agent of the Republic’s intelligence service. Daniel knew of the association and had even met–socially–Mistress Bernis Sand, who directed those operations.

          Daniel was a patriot as well as an RCN officer, and he would help his friend Adele in any fashion that she requested. That said, the whole idea of spying struck him as grubby and unpleasant. He accepted that it was necessary, and he had used information which Adele provided without looking too closely at how she had come by it; but the admiral’s reference to “your tame spy,” had filled Daniel with as much disgust as anger.

          He could only guess how Adele had reacted to the gibe. That guess, however, was the reason Daniel had been in such a hurry to get his friend out of the admiral’s office.

          Ruffin’s desk and console were RCN standard, no different from the units in the outer office; the three chairs and the filing cabinet for hardcopy were equally utilitarian. The multi-paned window, however, was framed by pillars of gorgeous wood which had been turned in spiral patterns.

          Daniel had to restrain himself from walking over to examine the orange and black grain more closely. Is the wood local?

          Instead of speaking immediately, Ruffin brought her console display live and began sorting information with a touchpad. It wasn’t clear whether she was being deliberately insulting or was just flustered.

          Cheerfully, Daniel said, “I wonder, Commander? Did you originate the plan to send us to Sunbright, or did Admiral Cox devise it on his own?”

          Cox looked up with a furious expression. “Your arrival allows the Macotta Squadron to concentrate on the crisis on Tattersall!” she said. “Instead of sending elements off to the Funnel Region on what isn’t properly an RCN matter anyway.”

          She cleared her throat. “Now if you’ll sit down,” she said, “we’ll proceed with the briefing.”

          “I believe I’ll stand, Commander,” Daniel said. There were advantages to being fobbed off on an aide of lower rank. “I think I’ll absorb information better this way.”

          Daniel had very little personal experience of bullying. As a boy he’d grown up with his mother on Bantry, the family estate on the west coast, while his father spent his time in Xenos, ruthlessly pursuing money, power and bimbos. Hogg, now Captain Leary’s personal servant, had been the child’s minder and male role model.

          Daniel thought back to those days with a wry grin. He had been what his mother described as a high-spirited boy; others had found harsher terms. Nobody was going to bully the young squire, but neither were the sons of freeborn tenants going to be pushed around by a pipsqueak kid.

          Therefore Daniel had had the living daylights whaled out of him more than once. He gained respect on the estate because he kept getting up; but he kept getting knocked down again too, until Hogg decided it was time to end each fight by hauling his charge off to be cleaned up to the degree possible.

          Goodness knows how Hogg explained the damage to Mistress Leary, but fortunately she spent most of her life in a gentle reverie. She probably hadn’t paid much attention to her son’s cuts and bruises.

          At the Academy, the system itself was designed to crush cadets into RCN discipline. That, like the give-and-take of Bantry, was simply part of life. Occasionally someone would be singled out for personal attention, but not Daniel: he didn’t behave like a victim; his father, estranged or not, was powerful and famously ruthless; and Hogg, while his deportment lacked a good deal of what was expected of an officer’s servant, projected the cheerful air of a man who had garroted rabbits and was more than willing to garrote men who tried to harm his master.

          Cox and his flunky, however, were using RCN authority to display their pique rather than to serve the Republic. Daniel would obey the lawful orders of a superior officer–but when the superior officer was a prick abusing his authority, a Leary of Bantry didn’t roll onto his back and wave his legs in the air. And as for the prick’s lower-ranking toady–

          Daniel grinned. His native good humor made the expression a great deal more cheerful than it might have been on another man’s face. Let alone on Adele’s….

          Ruffin flushed angrily to see the smile, though the gods alone knew how she was interpreting it. She said, “Sunbright is an Alliance world in the Funnel Group, which to the Alliance is a separate administrative unit from the Forty Stars. They’re both part of the Macotta Region to us, to Cinnabar, so that’s why Xenos has handed this nonsense to us. The External Bureau has! This has nothing properly to do with the RCN.”

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  1. Jeff says:

    Cox looked up with a furious expression. “Your arrival allows the Macotta Squadron to concentrate on the crisis on Tattersall!” she said. “Instead of sending elements off to the Funnel Region on what isn’t properly an RCN matter anyway.”

    Should read Ruffian looked up, maybe she is not all bad since she isn’t a Platt

  2. Mike says:

    Ruffin appears to be somewhat stupid. Leary is pretty likely to die in combat (except that he’s the central figure of the novels!) but he’s also much more likely to become an admiral long be Ruffin does much advancing at all. She should not be trying to get herself remembered as “that ass from Kronstadt.”

  3. ET1swaw says:

    The Admiral publicly calling Mundy ‘a tame spy’ and denigrating her before a lowly Commander who then procedes to attempt (using threadbare positional authority) to one-up/browbeat Leary and Mundy. Are these people suicidal?
    You have to know they are going to screw up the situation Leary brought them!

  4. PeterZ says:

    Hubris, the bane of many a strong personality. Once again it rises and once again it will take such a soul or souls down when it recedes.

  5. Mike says:

    A thought just crossed my mind: it’s probably a good thing that Hogg and Tovara didn’t come along.

  6. Fritz says:

    “… but neither were the sons of freeborn tenants going to be pushed around by a pipsqueak kid”
    This indicates that there are also people who are not freeborn. In previous books, slavery was illegal on Cinnabar, but there have already been some changes during the RCN series.

  7. Doug Lampert says:

    @5, Both Hogg and Tovara are perfectly capable of restraining themselves as long as their boss does. OTOH bringing servants would probably have left the admiral even more annoyed with Daniel.

    @6, There are plenty of intermediate statuses between chattel slavery and free. Indentured, land-bound serfs, debt bondage, ext…. Freeborn being a distinction in no way implies the existence of chattel slaves.

  8. Scott says:

    Speaking of, when will Hogg and Tovera get together? Come on, they are a perfect match.

  9. Mike says:

    @8) What makes you think they haven’t? Neither one seems to be the type to associate sex with an emotional relationship. If anything, that’s probably the biggest reason why they wouldn’t “get together,” because they do have something of an emotional relationship.

  10. Scott says:

    Good point. My impression of D D’s style is if a relationship existed he would have mentioned it if only in passing. I could verry well be mistaken, wouldn’t be the first time. *smile*

  11. ET1swaw says:

    I thought Tovara had a thing for the lizardman?

  12. Drak Bibliophile says:

    ET1swaw, yes but that was the “classic one night stand”. [Wink]

  13. Greg D says:

    “… but neither were the sons of freeborn tenants going to be pushed around by a pipsqueak kid”
    This indicates that there are also people who are not freeborn.

    Yes there are. But nothing in that statement indicates that those “not freeborn tenants” are in any part of the Republic of Cinnabar. You’re reading way too much into way too little

  14. Scott says:

    Lizardman? I may have to revisit the previous book.

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As part of Electric Ireland’s Sponsorship of Team Ireland for the 2016 Olympic Games, we have teamed up with Olympic Diver, Ollie Dingley to create a short video outlining his story and revealing where he finds his Power Within to achieve his Olympic dreams.

Oliver Dingley has revealed that his tenacity and self belief inspired him to be relentless in pursuit of his dreams.

As a child, Ollie struggled with shyness; however, he used diving as his solace to allow him to escape into a world where he could express himself openly and ambitiously. No matter how much he struggled during the day at school, in the evening, he would go diving and do something he loved which gave him great motivation to succeed.

Ollie has admitted to struggling with confidence and doubting his ability during competitions, and believes that the positive power of the mind is crucial to achieving successful performances. Now, as he prepares for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, Ollie is confident in his ability and will use his inner strength and Power Within to achieve his dream of competing in the Games. To see his story, watch his Video and share it using #ThePowerWithin.

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Thanks everyone and keep an eye out for more exciting Team Ireland initiatives, competitions and updates!

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Published : 14-Jul-2016

Gents Glasses

A pair of gents glasses were accidently picked up in gents toilets on 1st floor D Block. Can they be left at reception.

Published : 14-Jul-2016

Death of father of our former colleague Paul Doyle

Joe Doyle, father of our former colleague Paul Doyle (formerly GWM Strategy & Regulation and ESB International PSS team) has passed away.
Reposing at Keohane’s Funeral Home, Copley Street. Rosary on Wednesday 13th at 6.30pm. Removal on Thursday 14th at 7pm to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ballinlough. Requiem Mass on Friday 15th at 11am followed by burial at St Finbarr’s Cemetery, Glasheen Rd.
Our thoughts are with Paul and his family at this sad time.
May he rest in peace.

Published : 13-Jul-2016

Death of Mary Denning, sister of Brendan and Ciaran Walsh, Finglas

The death has occurred of Mary Denning, sister of Brendan and Ciaran Walsh, St. Margarets Road, Finglas.
Arrangements: Removal on Wednesday morning to St Mary’s Church Navan, arriving for 10 o’clock funeral mass, followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium.
May she rest in peace.

Published : 11-Jul-2016

ESB Cricket Team had a memorable victory

The on Thursday evening last. A beautiful summer’s evening was matched by the surroundings of the Cricket pitch in College Park T.C.D. for a game against an Evening Herald eleven.

Having won the toss, ESB elected to bat. An all round team performance delivered a defendable score of 124 to ESB. Some good performances were provided by Vikas Bhagaur 20 runs, Koustav Modak scoring 23 after hitting a four to bring him well over the obligatory retirement score of 20. Also Malkit Singh’s score of 20 helped to secure a comfortable total for ESB. A leisurely second innings on this bright summer evening was being looked forward to by the ESB side. However the Evening Herald eleven had other ideas.

The Herald opened the second innings with a strong partnership operating between the opening batsmen, who began to put a solid foundation down for the fight back. Wickets did fall and batsmen retired but all the while the 125 runs required was looking increasingly achievable. Koustav, John Small, Malkit and Vikas all sharing the wickets. It came down to the last over with Koustav to bowl. If scores could be kept to singles then ESB would be victorious. Standing like a gunslinger from an old Western movie, Koustav considered for some moments the distant wicket. The ball was bowled and struck the wicket between Off and Middle stump. There was a collective cheer and sigh of relief from the ESB eleven. The Evening Herald were all out for 117 runs with 19.3 overs bowled.

ESB CC will continue to play over the summer, as ever new members are welcome. Previous playing experience is not a requirement.

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Published : 11-Jul-2016

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu @ESB

with Black Belt Andre Ramos

A welcome to new and existing members to with Black Belt Andre Ramos starting tomorrow 12th July.

Well known as the most efficient grappling martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of gaining; Dominant position and using joint-locks and chokeholds to force an opponent to submit.

It promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person using leverage and proper technique can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant.

Regardless of strength, size, or previous training, anyone can learn effective submission techniques. Nothing feels better than knowing you can take care of yourself mentally and physically.

We will continue to progress the levels of training throughout the year.

Here are the details:

Where: ESB Matthews building

When: Every Tuesday & Thursday

Time: 17:00 – 18:00

Course: 4 weeks (1st week FREE for new comers)

. ?40 for 4 weeks (Tuesday or Thursday)

. ?60 for 4 weeks (both Tuesday & Thursday)

. or ?12.00 on a Pay as you go basis.

Any further details, call me, thanks and we look forward to seeing you all.

Published : 11-Jul-2016

EURO2016 Competition – FINAL RESULTS and WINNERS

The final results are in and with only 2 people correctly predicting Portugal to win the competition it went down to the wire. In the end only 5 points separate the top 6. Our winner is Paul Prendergast on 72 points. Paul had an overall success rate of 57 % and correctly predicted the 2 finalists, however he backed France for the title. This didn’t matter in the end as he beat Padraig Ryan to the post by 1 point. Padraig finished on 71 points and claims our second place prize. With the highest success rate in the competition of 59 % it was the group stage points which carried him through.

At the other end of the table, Pat Joyce and Eamonn Farrell fought off some tough challengers to claim the joint wooden spoon! Check out the table here to see how you finished up.

The final prizes and winners are:

  • 1st Prize €325: Paul Prendergast, Group Finance & Commercial
  • 2nd Prize: €175: Padraig Ryan, Leopardstown Road

A huge thank you to everyone who got involved with the competition!

We have raised €890 for Electric Aid, and had some fun along the way.

Why not check out the website to see the types of projects this money will be spent on.

Published : 11-Jul-2016

Honouring the trust you have placed in us

electriclogo.pngOnce again, the good name of the community, charity and voluntary sector in Ireland has been damaged by the dishonourable and corrupt actions of a few people. The governance failures and breaches of trust uncovered in Console’s affairs have cast a shadow over many ethical and committed people and organisations. In these circumstances it is necessary to reassure our members and supporters about ElectricAid’s governance, processes, and integrity.

Over the last few years, ElectricAid has put a lot of effort into our management and governance. We have signed up to the Five Principles of the Governance Code for Charities. These are:

  • Leading our organisation
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  • Being transparent and accountable
  • Working effectively
  • Behaving with integrity.

We take these principles seriously – and live up to them. Our application, evaluation, funding and project auditing processes are treated with the utmost transparency and integrity. Our payments are governed by a strict approval process with multiple signatories required for cheques and EFTs. As a result of the generosity of ESB, we pay no salaries or expenses. Neither do we pay salary, expenses or overheads for applicant organisations. All of our funding goes direct to grassroots projects.

Integrity, transparency and accountability are core values for ElectricAid. No Committee member is reimbursed for work done. Our accounts are independently audited, published on ESBnet and on, and lodged with the Revenue Commissioners and with the Charities Regulatory Authority. Financial and governance details on ElectricAid are published on The minutes and outputs of all meetings are posted on our site.

As my predecessor John Kelly noted in similar circumstances in 2013, members have a standing invitation to attend any of our meetings. We are a member-owned and driven organisation, doing our business in the open, and proud to do so. We are open for business – and open for any scrutiny. Please be assured that the unacceptable actions of a few individuals have no place in the vast majority of charities – and absolutely no place in ElectricAid. Members have invested us with the trust of managing and growing this world-leading initiative; we have honoured this trust, and will continue to do so.

Tina Pittock

Chair, ElectricAid

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Money Found – Swift Square

Sum of money found on 2nd floor (Print Bay 2B).
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To contact the club ring 045 441714 . So make that call ring Dominic on 087 3130504 now and we have as most welcoming visitors section.

Published : 8-Jul-2016

Leo Martin Doherty RIP- brother of Harry Doherty Civil Eng. Mgr. Donegal Stns.

The death has occurred of Leo Martin Doherty

Suddenly at his home, 9 Milldale Crescent, Currynierin, Derry. Leo Martin, beloved son of Finvola and the late Ernie and only brother of Harry, Donegal Stations

Funeral arrangements as follows;.

Funeral leaving his home on Saturday 9th July at 10.20am to St. Mary’s Church, Ardmore, Derry for Requiem Mass at 11.00am. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only, donations if wished to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry.

Our Thoughts & Prayers are with Harry & his Family at this sad time.
Scared Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul.

Our Lady of Lourdes intercede for him.

Published : 8-Jul-2016

Death of Vincent Rocke, father of Mick Rocke, G&WM

It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Vincent Rocke, father of our colleague Mick Rocke, G&WM.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:-

Reposing at Grogan’s Funeral Home, Tuam this evening (Friday 8th) from 6pm. Removal at 8pm to the Cathedral of the Assumption. Mass on Saturday at 11am. Funeral afterwards to the New Cemetery Killererin.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mick and his family on this sad occasion.

May he rest in peace.

Published : 8-Jul-2016

Apprentice of the year

In May, Kevin O’Sullivan from Macroom Co Cork was announced as this year’s ESB Networks Apprentice Network Technician of the Year at the annual event hosted by the National Training Centre in Portlaoise.

This event involved the successful completion of a series of tasks in a high-pressure setting. Kevin won out against three other finalists Gabriel Gillespie (Donegal), David Kenny (Arklow) and Thomas Conway (South Kilkenny).

Each of these year 4 Apprentices were shortlisted and engaged in a range of exercises which were assessed by a judging panel and awarded on the day.

You can view a short video of this year’s event below.

Published : 7-Jul-2016

City Spectacular in Merrion Square

To celebrate the return of ESB Spark Your Imagination at , Number Twenty Nine will be extending our opening hours this weekend.

Our doors will be open from 10am – 5pm on Saturday and from 12pm – 5pm on Sunday. Admission to the Museum is free on both days so why not pop in and discover what life was really like beyond the elegant doors of Georgian Dublin and maybe even indulge in some sweet treats in our Tea Room while you’re there!

To find out more about Number Twenty Nine, visit
or phone (01) 702 6163

Published : 7-Jul-2016

Death of Elizabeth Foley, mother of Conor Foley, Procurement, G&WM, HO

It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Elizabeth Foley (nee Ward), mother of our colleague Conor Foley, Procurement, G&WM, Head Office.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:-

Reposing on Friday afternoon, July 8th at her home from 4pm to 6pm. Removal on Saturday morning, July 9th, to the church of St. Laurence OToole, Kilmacud arriving at 9.50am for Funeral Mass at 10am, followed by burial at Shanganagh Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Carmona Services.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Conor and his family on this sad occasion.

May she rest in peace.

Published : 7-Jul-2016

Death of Jimmy Carroll, brother of Pat Carroll, ESB Roscrea

It is with deep regret that we wish to inform you of the passing of Jimmy Carroll, brother of Pat Carroll, ESB Roscrea.
Funeral arrangements as follows:
Reposing at his residence in Rosemount, Roscrea on Thursday evening from 4pm with Rosary at 8pm. Private removal from his residence on Friday morning at 11.30, arriving in St Cronan’s Church Roscrea for Funeral Mass at 12.00. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
May he rest in peace.

Published : 6-Jul-2016

Dave Byrne Retirement

I would like to thank all my friends and colleagues who attended my retirement celebrations on Friday last and contributed so generously to my presentation. It was a most enjoyable and memorable evening for me and my family. I would also like to thank those who sent cards and texts and made calls wishing me well. I wish you all well for the future.

Published : 6-Jul-2016

Jewellery Found

Some jewellery found in the ladies bathroom on the second floor. Please contact Lesley Farrell x34336

Published : 6-Jul-2016

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Books, videos, math games aim to boost student engagement

JibJab Bros. Studios launched an expansion of its StoryBots franchise with StoryBots Classroom, a free resource for educators that includes hundreds of videos, books and activities for use on interactive white boards, tablets and laptops in the classroom.

The product also includes the newly released StoryBots Math Skills, an extensive collection of kindergarten-level, standards-aligned math games and lessons.

Teachers can gain free access to the platform by applying for the StoryBots Educator Network at

By pairing leading educators and learning experts with JibJab’s world-class team of artists and storytellers, StoryBots has captured the attention of today’s media-savvy students with fun, compelling content designed to support the development, practice and mastery of foundational skills. Today, over 9,000 teachers around the world are part of the StoryBots Educator Network.

“StoryBots is exactly what kindergarteners need! It is fun, engaging, uplifting, auditory, interactive and educational, all in one,” said Kelly Wade, kindergarten teacher at Collins Elementary in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “We use StoryBots daily in my classroom — from whole class warm-ups, to small group differentiated practice, to one-on-one remediation.”

Launched by JibJab Bros. Studios in 2012, StoryBots leverages JibJab’s Starring You personalization technology to allow kids to see themselves dancing and singing along onscreen next to their favorite StoryBots characters. Since its founding, StoryBots videos have amassed more than 300 million views online, while its eBooks have been read more than 8 million times.

“As new parents, my brother and I saw the opportunity to leverage technology and storytelling to accelerate learning and help kids get ahead,” said Gregg Spiridellis, StoryBots co-creator and CEO. “We’re thrilled to make the entire StoryBots library available to all young learners in classrooms for free.”

StoryBots Classroom offers an expansive new suite of classroom-ready activities and resources, including:

  • Math Skills – Common Core-aligned kindergarten-level math games
  • Learning Videos – a library of 110+ animated musical videos that explore a wide range of topics
  • Starring You® and Learning Books – 90+ eBooks that help kids practice reading
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  • Activity Sheets – 20 printable books and 350+ sheets for teachers to use in their classrooms
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For more information on the StoryBots Educator Network and accessing StoryBots Classroom for free, visit

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importance of digital marketing in small business

Digital Marketing in India is gaining impulse each day with new businesses venturing into the digital sea. Not only business giants are benefiting with online trends, dwarfs and dragons of business are also jumping in to take their share out of the profit digital marketing provides.

Few years back, one of the problems the working class faced was doing their foot long list of shopping on weekends that made them tire out even on their days off from work. Today life is becoming easier with online shopping, where a click of the mouse brings groceries and clothes to your door step. Thanks to the development of digital marketing which made all of these possible by bringing shopping malls to sardarji’s shop into our tabs and smartphones.

Small business and boutiques seems to diminish amidst the huge offers the business giants’ proclaims online. Vendors mostly use online platforms such as Facebook and Whatsapp to cover potential customers. But when a discussion begins, a chain of messages follows adding up pages and the initial post on a new dress design posted by Swarna ka may be long forgotten.

Social Media Platforms for digital marketing

Good news to those people running small business is that Digital marketing is a growing techno-child where lot of opportunities is about to flourish in the coming years.

See also: Importance of Digital Marketing in Today’s Business

Recently a product named Meesho had been launched that has its focus completely on small business. It provides an e-commerce platform to enhance the business of boutiques by combining the world class social platforms – Facebook and Whatsapp. All you have to do here is enroll your enterprise with the Meesho’s mobile app and it will take care of the rest. Of course! Updating products and managing orders is your job; Meesho shares your product and keep the chat and post alive.

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All we are coming to say is with each day a breakthrough is happening in digital marketing. To those small business owners who already do online marketing, we suggest to enhance your knowledge and learn more about the techniques and tips to do business online. To those who are still relying on traditional marketing we say it’s high time to go digital!

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Social Media Helped Jallikattu Revolution

War of the worlds is going to be digital; just a funny thing to say right! But at the pace the digital era traverse, wars could be kindled or extinguished, rules could be made or unmade and bans can be lifted or new bans can be laid just by clicks and shares on your social accounts. The incidents happening around the world are all manifestations of the above.

The recent Jallikattu revolution in Tamil Nadu is one such incident in particular. Jallikattu protests have been running around for several years but this year people got together with more spirit, especially the youngsters, to save this oldest identity of Tamil culture. How did all this happen so soon and so well? Who brought the people together and made their voices sound loud? What inspired the city-bred youngsters, who would’ve not witnessed even one live Jallikattu event, to join the protest? The answer to all this is quite simple: Social Media Platforms.

See also: How twitter plays a major role in IPL’s Success and popularity

This is another example to show humanity can be united through social channels to serve a purpose. Social channels saved and served people in 2015’s Chennai flood & 2016’s Vardha cyclone and this year with more magnitude saved Tamil culture.

The protest that started in Alanganallur inspired few activists to gather at marina to voice against Jallikattu ban. Their voice of protest was spread through Facebook, Twitter and other social media channels with the first caption #WedoJallikattu. The post went viral and soon several hashtags such as #ISupportJallikattu, #AmendPCA, #JusticeforJallikattu etc. were added as a support to bring back the sport.

Jallikattu Protest in Marina Beach

News feeds with long statuses like the “importance of Jallikattu”, “save tamil culture”, “preserve our identity” became the trending news online. Facebook pages like Chennai Memes, Chennaites, Chennai Pasanga Da and Jallikattu veeravilayatu posted lot of information about Jallikattu and added more videos and posts on the live incidents of the protest on the beach. These pages attracted more audience and gathered followers overnight at the shore.

Social Media Channels Helping Protest

With very few news channels telecasting the actual news Whatsapp, Facebook and Twitter groups became the main source of information. Jallikattu became the talk of the season everywhere. Not only people inside Tamilnadu but also Tamilans all over the world became a part of the peaceful protest favouring Jallikattu. Lot of incidents happened thereafter, but ultimately the massive protest forced to amend the law and restored the ancient Tamil tradition.

Many things happened before and during the Jallikattu protest, but the one thing to note is the rising popularity of social channel can do anything from bringing people together to changing laws.

Key Takeaways:

  • Social media is the voice of the century that can inspire the minds and the hearts of the people to do anything
  • It is the channel of live news, where any individual can be the reporter and showcase the real scenario
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A new analysis finds that mental health apps convey two dominant messages: that virtually everyone has some type of mental health problem and that individuals can easily manage those problems by using an app. An interpretive analysis of 61 popular mental health apps in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia found that apps predominantly addressed anxiety, panic, and stress (56 percent) and/or mood disorders (26 percent). Apps presented mental health problems as psychological symptoms, a risk state, or lack of achievement in life. They tended to medicalize normal mental states, with a focus on abnormal responses to mild triggers rather than external stressors. Apps encouraged frequent use and promoted personal responsibility for improvement. Therapeutic strategies included relaxation, cognitive guidance, and self-monitoring. While mental health problems were framed as present in everyone, in promotional materials "everyone" was predominantly represented as employed, white, and in a family. In light of the tremendous popularity of mental health apps, the authors suggest that doctors emphasize to patients that self-help is just one aspect of a supportive mental health approach.

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Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district COL$9,161
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) COL$14,900
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast COL$7,191
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk COL$2,671
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500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese COL$10,907
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40” flat screen TV COL$1,301,740
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1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) COL$152,666
1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) COL$196,100
1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) COL$244,565
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes COL$168,441
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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new COL$44,105,900
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas COL$2,436
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1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) COL$14,347
Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) COL$58,104
1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) COL$13,269
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Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) COL$11,048
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Tube of toothpaste COL$4,141
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2 tickets to the movies COL$16,402
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) COL$113,526
Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert COL$79,980
1 cocktail drink in downtown club COL$11,556
Cappuccino in expat area of the city COL$5,344
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) COL$3,681
iPad Wi-Fi 128GB COL$1,876,720
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) COL$267
1 month of gym membership in business district COL$94,279
1 package of Marlboro cigarettes COL$4,121
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Sometimes life gets in the way and you forget to plan that "perfect, romantic and memorable" Valentine's Day date. We’re here to help! Here’s your “last-minute” Valentine’s Day game plan from Experience Bryan College Station.

Step 1: Flowers and Chocolate

Okay, we have to start with the essentials, flowers and chocolate.

For the flowers, stop by The Farm Patch Produce Market & Garden Center. #ShopLocal and find the perfect bunch of flowers for your special someone!

You’re in luck, The Chocolate Gallery in Downtown Bryan has an entire selection specifically for Valentine’s Day. From chocolate covered strawberries to cinnamon red-hot bark, your Valentine will love a box of chocolates from The Chocolate Gallery.

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Step 2: Dinner Reservations

Just in case the iconic Valentine’s Day Dinner hot-spots (The Vintage House Restaurant, Christopher’s World Grille, Amico Nave, Astin Mansion, and The Republic) are already booked, here are local venues that’ll still serve up a great dinner for the two of you.

Napa Flats Wood Fired Kitchen, Café Eccell, The West End Elixir Company, Downtown Uncorked Wine Bar, The Village Cafe and many more Aggieland Favorites.

Step 3: Ending the Night

After dinner, surprise your valentine with a “Trail of Lights Date Night” at Wolf Pen Creek. Food trucks and gift vendors will be on site, along with a romantic trail of lights. If you’re looking for a final place to visit before heading home, we recommend stopping for ice cream at Farm House Creamery, or some coffee and maybe a few glasses of wine at the Tipsy Bean Coffee and Wine Bar.

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Dive in to OdySea Aquarium, the largest aquarium in the Southwest. By combining theme park style entertainment with the presentation of aquatic life, OdySea Aquarium takes guests of all ages on an entertaining and educational adventure like no other. From sharks, sea turtles, and penguins to otters, sea lions, octopus, and more, you’ll be immersed in some of the most fascinating aquatic life from around the world.

The state-of-the-art facility includes a 3D movie, SeaTrek™ underwater ocean walking, and many interactive experiences. Unparalleled features include nine massive sphere-shaped aquariums filled with colorful schools of fish suspended from the lobby ceiling, a giant submerged escalator that descends into the deep ocean where you’ll be surrounded by thousands of sea creatures, and a one-of-a-kind voyage through the Living Sea you’ll have to experience to believe. Even the restrooms have viewing windows into the shark exhibit so you won’t miss a thing when you need to take a break.

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Real Madrid are hoping to make it two wins from two in La Liga after starting the season last week with a 2-0 result over Getafe.

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Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud can be Champions League lucky charm

OLIVIER GIROUD is hoping he can become Chelsea’s lucky charm in their enthralling chase for a top-four place and Champions League football next season.

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Olivier Griroud scored the winner against Liverpool

The Frenchman, who has become something of a talisman for Chelsea since joining the club in a surprise £18million deal from rivals Arsenal in January, scored the goal on Sunday that beat Liverpool 1-0 at Stamford Bridge and blew that chase wide open.

Suddenly Chelsea, eight points off fourth place at the beginning of April when they lost at home to Tottenham, are only two behind the White Hart Lane club, and three behind Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool, with a game in hand over the Anfield side.

The odds are still against Chelsea, who face Huddersfield at home tomorrow and then travel to Newcastle on the final day, both teams with nothing to play for. Champions League finalists Liverpool’s last league game sees them take on Brighton at Anfield on Sunday in a game that has suddenly taken on vital importance.

I hope I can be the lucky charm for the Champions League race in the final sprint

Olivier Giroud

Spurs face two home games against Newcastle tomorrow and Leicester on Sunday, both highly winnable. Both Liverpool and they have a vastly better goal difference than Chelsea, so if they win their games they should stay above them. But Spurs have won once in their last four in the league, Liverpool one in their last six.

Giroud inspired Arsenal to late surges to claim a top four place on many occasions in recent years, and the 31-year-old hopes that experience can help his new club.

“I hope I can be the lucky charm for the Champions League race in the final sprint,” he said. “We don’t have this situation in our hands, but I have experience about these kind of end of season situations.

“We need to give everything and wait for the other results. I’m confident because if we play with the kind of mentality we showed against Liverpool, we can have nice things."

Tottenham in particular have been to known to wobble before with the finishing line in sight, in 2006, 2012, 2013 – and last year, when they stumbled with the title within their grasp.

Giroud added: “They lost this weekend, so it gives us a bit more energy and hope, so that’s why we want to fight to the end.”

The Frenchman has hit four goals in his last five games since ousting the out-of-form Alvaro Morata from the Chelsea attack, but it has been his sheer enthusiasm and never-say-die attitude which has rejuvenated the team and quickly made him a favourite with fans.

“I’m very happy to help the team,” he said. “I finished a good job off on Sunday.

“Victor Moses and I have a good understanding and I know what he is going to do. He did well and I just tried to put the ball into the net. It’s going well, I feel very good.

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“Sunday was very hard, with the hot weather. We ran a lot because we wanted to block their holding midfielders. Everything was not perfect and it was not my best game, honestly, on possession and retention of the ball. We defended a lot, but the main thing was the three points.

“I have received a really warm welcome at the club from when I first arrived. I felt like I was at home since I came here, like I’ve been here a few years, so for me [to score] was very important.

“When you give everything on the pitch people see that, and even more when you have the opportunity to be efficient and to bring a plus to the team. It’s a nice to get that back from the fans.”


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On March 21, 2006, the social media world was changed forever with the launch of Twitter.

Four years later, October 6, 2010, the rollout of Instagram again redefined our idea of “social media,” while simultaneously turning everyone with a smartphone into a professional photographer.

While Facebook led the way into this generation of cyber socialization (honorable mention: Myspace), in recent years they have found themselves falling out of favor among a younger audience as Instagram and Twitter continued to grow.

In response, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg aggressively worked towards purchasing Instagram, officially making the acquisition in 2012 for a cool $1 billion.

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This week, Instagram continued to put their pictures-only origin behind them with the introduction of IGTV, an outlet for long-form videos shot in the vertical format of a phone screen.

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Before we get into how business owners, artists, photographers, and the array of other creators on Instagram can use this new outlet to expand their brand, let’s first discuss the details.

IGTV, much like its Instagram stories feature, favors those with more followers. IG stories allow accounts which are considered highly influential on the platform or have labeled their page as a business account to post links in their 15-second stories, a great tool for conversions and promotion.

Similarly, Instagram will now allow their “Insta-famous” users to post videos up to an hour’s length while regulating the average user to a 10-minute max. However, unless you plan on starting a palm-sized television series, the need for a video any longer than 10 minutes is unnecessary.

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The Bad

To say there isn’t a market for extended video length on handheld devices would be foolish. We all have used our phones to watch long-form videos of many kinds on both Facebook and YouTube. The difference is both of those platforms allow you to consume their content on other devices as well.

Could you imagine watching an hour’s worth of concert footage or a short documentary on your phone in vertical format? You’d probably opt to watch something on a bigger screen using YouTube instead which appears to be who Instagram is aiming to compete within this area of content.

Instagram’s desktop alternative is lackluster compared to its competitors. Where Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube offer an experience that either equals or exceeds that of its respective mobile app, lacks key features, most notably the ability to post to your page and access direct messages.

IGTV also appears to be absent from the desktop version of Instagram, something that could end up costing them a large portion of viewers to their competitors.

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IGTV is going to be welcomed with open arms by creators as it offers them more freedom than ever before on the platform. Without a 1-minute restriction, the content possibilities will be endless.

When you “start a channel” you are essentially hoping to establish a feed for your audience to check back on for new videos as you post them.

While IGTV appears to favor Instagrammers with millions of followers, there are benefits to be had for all users.

Video length restrictions can steer businesses and other pages away from getting too involved with the video aspect of Instagram. But with a section entirely dedicated to videos now, there is a new audience to reach, especially those who don’t sit in front of a computer screen very often.

The Potentially Awesome

One thing we’ve seen with social media is it doesn’t take long for users to get acclimated with new features and use it in ways that the developers may not have even thought of.

Whenever a new feature is added to one of our favorite apps it creates a divide – those who are fond of it and those who already enjoyed the app as it was. Instagram may have found a way around this conflict.

They’ve given IGTV the ability to stand alone as a separate entity while still making it seamlessly accessible from your traditional Instagram feed. This may appease some of the naysayers who would otherwise feel like they are being forced to change their scrolling habits with more filler to sift through.

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So, with plenty of question marks still surrounding the arrival of IGTV, how can you begin taking advantage of the new service as soon as possible?

Be First

The coming weeks are sure to include many firsts for the platform as usage increases and more and more users start posting to their “channels.”

With the ability to post up to 10-minute clips, you could be the first one in your industry to start a weekly video series of informative or funny content and start getting recognized for it immediately.

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If you can brainstorm a unique way to use this new video platform, you are sure to attract some eyes as the app continues to evolve.

If you’re a musician, posting original content with each new song has become a very beneficial trend. This gives you an outlet that makes it easier to do than ever before.

If you’re a restaurant, posting videos of your chef preparing a lunch special you are serving that afternoon or simply a friendly commercial-style promotion could very much be tactic we soon see being put to full use.

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Just because Instagram has given you a full 10 minutes to use doesn’t mean you need to use it. Early statistics on the new videos being posted have shown that the percentage of the video being watched drops off severely around the 1:30 mark and continues to decline.

Photographer Hung Doan posted his account’s tracked impressions to Facebook after a week with IGTV.

So, to take advantage of the spike in impressions we’re seeing, act fast, be creative and keep it simple.

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Left back with a lot of power, he stands out for his long-distance shots, as well as for being a great defender.

Thiagus Petrus was born in Minas Gerais, Brazil on January 25, 1989. He has past experience in the Asobal League, since years ago he played Naturhouse La Rioja. His career began at the age of 15 at the Olympic Club Atlético, a team from his home town. In 2007, before moving to Europe, he joined Esporte Club Pinheiros, one of the leading teams in Brazil. There, he won the first titles of his professional career.

In 2012, he signed his first contract in Europe with Naturhouse La Rioja, where he broke out as a player. The Brazilian not only performed well in domestic competitions, but also in the EHF Champions League. After three seasons, in 2015 Petrus began a new adventure in Hungary, at SC Pick Szeged, where he won the 2017/18 league title.

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Climb over a small roof to a slab  then proceed to a slight overhang.   3 bolts

FA Amanda and Jerry Barnett

21. Accent of a Woman 5.7

This is a top rope problem. Not sure if bolts would hold on the bottom section. But very worth putting a rope through the anchors.

23. Trash to Treasure 5.11b

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17. Smooth as a Ken Doll 5.10c

Climb through a series of small roofs and an arete, to two larger and more difficult roofs.    4 bolts  FA  Heath Dieckert

16. Safari Barbie  5.10b

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Climb up a stiff bouldery start that leads to a big roof, staying under the roof , heel hooking and clipping bolts as you go ,at last bolt pull over to climb to anchors. 5 bolts

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Small holds lead to large jugs and pockets up top for an overhanging finish. 4 bolts                    FA  Jerry Barnett

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Climb up to a horizontal crack then bump left to some tendon tweaking holds , follow line of bolts to large and much friendlier climbing. 4 bolts  FA  Eric Casazza    Variation : climb to horizontal crack and head right , missing the crux and saving your tendons,  5.10b                  FA  Jerry Barnett

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Tricky slopey holds lead to nice slab climbing. 2 bolts         FA Jerry and Amanda Barnett

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This area of  fern is north  ( upstream ) of the main climbing area , about a five minute walk on a trail that follows along the bottom of the cliff line. From parking area walk west about 30 seconds, to PK boulder, walk  to the base of PK boulder then head north  for about five minutes till you come to a large roof, about 20 feet long and about 15+ feet off the ground, these are routes 12 - 15

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All routes that say project* have been climbed on top rope and the grade a good guess, just waiting to be bolted. If routes says project, it has not been climbed. All routes have anchors unless stated otherwise.

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This climbs are around the corner, south of  "Friends of Ken"  (starts from north to south)

North facing

Nice splitter crack , nothing else needs to be said .  FA  Roger Mckinney  Jerry Barnett

24.  The Price is Right  5.7  natural route.

This climb is located a few hundred yards south, down stream from the Barbie Wall

This area is located across the stream from Dark Matter Wall and about 50 yards down , look for a cave area.

Barbie Wall

Climb on small holds that lead to a blind hold finish at same anchors as String Theory.           2 bolts  FA Jerry Barnett

Start on two pockets and crimp past a few moves to great pockets , sidepulls and flakes , finishing on overhanging rock. ( Don't forget heel hooking )  5 bolts  FA Jerry Barnett            "THE BEST ROUTE AT FERN"     Even if you don't climb 5.11 put a top rope on it and give it a try !!!!!!!!!

11. Cosmic Cowboy  5.11

Small holds and pockets lead to crimps and side pulls , then through large flakes and finishing on overhanging section.  5 bolts

Start on an obvious flake , climb up the pockets and over a bulge to reach the anchors.   2 bolts  FA Jerry Barnett

8. Lipid Lover  5.9

Put your heart, mind, soul into the smallest acts. This is the secret of success.  Swami  Sivananda

Nothing is impossible, the word itself says " I'm possible"  Audrey Hepburn

Thin holds lead to jugs and side pulls on an overhanging section.  3 bolts                                FA  Jerry Barnett

Start in the corner in the right side of the cave, undercling the crack working your way up and out left to the slab behind you , finishing at the chains. 5.7 FA Roger Mckinney

Hit List.:  Cosmic Cowboy 5.11

                 Satellite            5.10

                 Bi bye barbie    5.11b

                 Burly Girl        5.10d

North Fern

Climb an arete through sidepulls while pulling through a roof then  advance through a second much larger one to easy climbing above. Should be bolted by spring 2015

East facing

This wall is located 30 yards south of  the route Flash Gordon.

Less than vertical climbing leads to a large roof up top. 4 bolts  FA Scott Rohde

Northwest facing

South facing

You must do the things you think you cannot do.  Eleanor Roosevelt

Start under a small roof pulling through to some small and non positive climbing to a pocket and shoot for the anchors. 3 bolts            FA  Jerry Barnett                                                Try staying off the arete and follow line of bolts.

22. Bye Bi Barbie 5.11b

19..   Friends of Ken 5.11+

Climb up a small slab and arete to a large roof, reach over and pull through to the anchors.     4 bolts                                                               FA  Jerry Barnett                                          This a strange and bizzare climb , nothing like it at Fern , but so worth it!

15.  Dark Matter  5.10

Start on a small ledge and pull through deceptively small holds to a blind throw.              2 bolts  Clip anchors  by grabbing chains. FA  Jerry Barnett

14. String Theory  5.10c

Climb up crimps that lead to a balancey crux move to a pocket. 4 bolts  FA  Jerry Barnett     Stay on face and avoid going right to small arete.

10. Weeping Rodeo Clown  5.11b

Cowboy Wall

Satellite Wall

Scramble up on a boulder to the base of this climb, follow a large flake to the top. Only wish this climb was longer.  2 bolts  FA Jerry Barnett

9. Over Easy  5.6

Believe you can and your halfway there.  Theodore Roosevelt

5. Blue Skies Luke  5.11d

Space Cadet Area

4.  Flash Gordon  5.10c

2. Space Cadets  5.6

Start with a few small pockets bump to a few slopers that lead to easy slab climbing.  3 bolts


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