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700 Pearl is a great blend of historic and modern. The six residences were built on and around a historic building in the downtown Boulder area on the west end of Pearl street. No corners were cut in creating luxurious interiors that include plenty of wood and modern touches like high ceilings and high end stainless appliances

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Lily Allen Unexpectedly Claims Cheryl Feud Was Born Out Of Sexual Frustration

Lily Allen has reflected on her infamous feud with Cheryl Tweedy and has given a rather unexpected explanation for why it all started.

And rather than it being based on something Cheryl had said or done, Lily has claimed it was actually born out of sexual frustration, as she had yet to achieve orgasm.

We did tell you it was unexpected.

Cheryl and Lily Allen patched things up in 2015

In her new autobiography, which has been previewed in the Guardian, she wrote: “Sorry Cheryl, I was angry because I hadn’t come yet.”

Lily explained that at the time, she believed Cheryl’s band, Girls Aloud, were “colluding with the oppressors” with their skimpy stage outfits.

“I was jealous. I was frustrated,” she said. “I was struggling with my own issues around sexuality. I’d never even had an orgasm.

“And then here were these gorgeous girls – my peers, colleagues so to speak, and co-workers – taking their clothes off with wild abandon and being loved and rewarded for it.”

The pair’s feud started in 2006 when Lily featured a B-side named ‘Cheryl Tweedy’ on her debut single ‘Smile’.

The song’s lyrics discuss Lily’s insecurities about her appearance, and she’s heard singing, “I wish I looked just like Cheryl Tweedy”, though she later claimed no one wanted to look like the Girls Aloud singer, adding: “They just think they do.”

Cheryl was asked about Lily’s comments during an interview with chef Gordon Ramsay on his show ‘The F Word’, and branded Lily a “chick with a d***”, prompting Lily to publish an open letter to Cheryl.

She wrote: “Cheryl, if you’re reading this, I may not be as pretty as you, but at least I write and sing my own songs without the aid of Auto-Tune.

“I must say, taking your clothes off, doing sexy dancing and marrying a rich footballer must be very gratifying, your mother must be so proud.”

However, Lily took steps to patch things up with Cheryl in 2014, admitting she regretted the feud.

She told Q magazine: “I wish that whole thing hadn’t happened. I like Cheryl.

“She’s good on ‘The X Factor’, she’s pretty and she’s got balls. I like women who do well.”

The pair later shocked fans when they seemed to bury the hatchet once and for all in 2015, cosying up for pictures together at the British Fashion Awards.

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      I’ve been experimenting with different recipes for years. I had the same problem you did, the banana bread was never baked all the way through. And with eggs in the recipe, that’s so important.

  2. I made the banana bread yesterday and it was really good . I made it on the cake setting which I had never used before. I just got a cuisinart bread machine. It only took 1 1/2 hours to make, but it lasted less than an hour. We ate it all. Now I have to make more. I’m going to try the banana jam today. Thanks for the recipes

  3. I have made this recipe 3 times. The taste is great. I have found for my bread machine the ingredients mix better if I add the dry ingredients last. I also add about 1/3 cup of chunky peanut butter and it turns out great.

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By Aaron Humes: As September draws nearer, 36 students will not have to worry about where the money will come from for school fees and books for the coming school year.

They will benefit from scholarships provided by the Ariel Rosado Education Foundation and its corporate and personal sponsors, now including the Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) and Social Security Board (SSB).

2-3rds or 24 of the recipients will attend high school across the country; 10 will learn to sail with the Belize Sailing Association and 2 others will attend Galen University in Cayo.ariel rosado belize

President of the Foundation Dr. Alvaro Rosado told us that it has not gotten any easier to weed out the most deserving students – but it is a challenge he welcomes.

Also a source of joy are the success stories – 8 high school graduates this year and three former scholars entering the work force.

And never to be forgotten is Ariel Rosado himself, his life cut short by a traffic accident before the age of 25. The Foundation recognizes his thirst for knowledge and self-development and holds him up as an example for its scholars.

Youth worker and media personality Nuri Muhammad was the guest speaker.

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By BBN Staff: This morning, the Caribbean Tourism Organization announced that Belizean, Rowan Garel won the title of Caribbean Adventure Ambassador of the Year for 2017 with 1,975 votes.

Garel was born blind but that adversity has not been an obstacle in his life, much less hindering him from undertaking extraordinary feats. He is the only visually impaired person to ever climb Victoria Peak, Belize’s second highest mountain standing at over 3,000 ft. above sea level.

Garel trekked 74.7 miles from Belize’s western border to Belize City in five long, gruelling days under the sweltering sun and dived the Great Blue Hole of Belize, a world-class destination for recreational scuba divers which is 410 feet deep. By all paradigms, these are amazing and record-breaking achievements.

However, far from seeking popularity, Garel has undertaken these formidable tasks propelled only by his passion to serve and raise funds for needy children in Belize. His efforts have been exclusively for an exceptional cause and his fervidness for exploring the natural beauty of Belize and its many adventures.

His efforts have been dedicated exclusively to raising funds for the Belize Council for Visually Impaired (BCVI).

This has not only increased public awareness of the services offered by BCVI, but the organization has also been able to expand its services to visually impaired people throughout the country of Belize.

Congratulations Rowan!

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Brittany Haas is widely regarded as one of the most influential fiddlers of her generation. Born in Northern California, Brittany grew up honing her craft at string camps nationwide, and developed her unique style of fiddling at the influence of her mentors, Bruce Molsky and Darol Anger. A prodigious youth, Haas began touring with Darol Anger’s Republic of Strings at the age of fourteen. At seventeen, she released her debut, self-titled solo album (produced by Anger). Haas continued to tour and record while simultaneously earning a degree in Evolutionary Biology at Princeton University (where she also minored in Music Performance). It was during her time at Princeton that Brittany was asked to join the seminal “chamber-grass” band Crooked Still, with whom she has made four recordings and toured the world.

Haas has always been a much sought-after collaborator and session musician. She has performed on Late Night With David Letterman and Saturday Night Live as part of Steve Martin’s bluegrass band, and features on Martin’s Grammy-winning album “The Crow: New Songs for the 5-String Banjo.” Over the years, she has performed with Bela Fleck, Abigail Washburn, Tony Trischka, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Waybacks, Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas (her cellist sister), and more.

Now residing in Nashville, TN, Brittany is currently involved in many exciting projects. Her quartet Hawktail (formerly Haas Kowert Tice, featuring bassist Paul Kowert of Punch Brothers, guitarist Jordan Tice, and mandolinist Dominick Leslie) is gearing up to release their follow-up album to 2014’s “You Got This” and continues to tour around the country with their original material. In 2015, Haas began touring with the Dave Rawlings Machine (featuring Gillian Welch) and can be found on their latest releases “Nashville Obsolete” and "Poor David's Almanack." In the fall of 2016, Haas began performing as part of the house band for A Prairie Home Companion, hosted by Chris Thile. Brittany also continues to collaborate with Swedish fiddler Lena Jonsson and percussive dancer Nic Gareiss.

In addition to her work as a performer, Haas is an instructor at various string and fiddle camps across the globe, sharing her knowledge and passion in hopes to inspire the next generation of fiddle players.

"So here is a real roots musician in the most modern sense--Brittany Haas fiddles from a very deep and personal place, the way she feels it, the way she wants to hear it, with seemingly infinite facility, and a spirit that's simply uplifting." -- Bruce Molsky

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The Doctors are in. CTD's rookie talk show had a very strong week, cracking the first run top 15 list for the week ending on February 1. The Doctors jumped into the lead among newcomers with an 11% increase from last week to a new series high 2.1 live plus same day national household rating.

Ratings for The Doctors are now 62% higher than its premiere numbers in September. The show ranked behind only CBS Television Distribution's Oprah, CTD's Dr. Phil, Disney-ABC's Live with Regis and Kelly, and Warner Brothers' Ellen for fifth on the talk list.

In second place was NBC Universal's Deal or No Deal which was up 5% to a 2.0, matching its series high. Warner Brothers' Bonnie Hunt was third with a 22% increase to a new series-high 1.1. Sony's Judge Karen was unchanged at a 1.0. Debmar Mercury's Trivial Pursuit was down 14% to a 0.6 and Program Partners' Family Court was flat at a 0.5 after a steep decline last week.

There were only three court shows up including the leader, CTD's Judge Judy, which improved 2% to a 4.7. Second place was CTD's Judge Joe Brown, who gained 4% to a 2.5. In fourth place Warner Brothers' Judge Mathis was up 6% to a 1.8. All the other court rooms were flat with Warner Brothers' People's Court at 2.2, Twentieth's Judge Alex at 1.7, Divorce Court at 1.5, and Christina's Court (which became the third show in the category to be cancelled this season) at a 1.1. Sony's Judge David Young stayed even at a 0.8.

Elsewhere in daytime, there were also just three talk shows up from last week. Dr. Phil jumped 9% to a 3.6, good for the show's second highest rating of the season. An episode on teenage trends was the most popular of the week, pushing ratings up 18% to a 3.9 on Jan. 27. NBCU's Jerry Springer was up 8% to a new season high 1.3 and Twentieth's the Morning Show with Mike and Juliet gained 11% to a 1.0, equaling its season high, boosted by an appearance from Brody Jenner of MTV's Bromance. That episode, which aired Jan. 28, sent ratings up 33% to a 1.2.

As for the other talk shows Oprah, Regis and Kelly, CTD's Rachel Ray, and NBC's Martha Stewart all held steady at a 5.2, 2.8, 1.9, and 0.8 respectively. Fourth place Ellen slipped 4% to a 2.4. NBCU's Maury fell 5% to a 1.9. Warner Brothers' Tyra Banks and NBC's Steve Wilkos were each down 8% to 1.1. Both Banks and Wilkos were up 9% last week with Wilkos hitting a season high.

In game shows CTD's Wheel of Fortune rose 8% to a new season high 8.0 and Jeopardy, also from CTD, climbed 5% to a new season high 6.6. Disney-ABC's Who Wants to be a Millionaire remained stuck at its season low 2.4 and Debmar-Mercury's Family Feud was unchanged at a 1.5.

Among the magazines CTD's Entertainment Tonight remained at number one with a 4.7, even with the week before. Inside Edition (CTD) was unchanged at a 3.2. Access Hollywood moved into third place (it had been tied for third) up 9% to a new season high 2.4. Warner Bros.' TMZ and Extra, and CTD's The Insider were all flat at 2.2, 2.1, and 1.8 respectively.

Among the off-net sitcoms, leading the way was Warner Bros.' Two and a Half Men which gained 4% to a 5.6. Twentieth's Family Guy was flat at a 4.3; Sony's Seinfeld jumped 5% to a new season high of 3.9; CTD's Everybody Loves Raymond gained 3%, also reaching a new season high 3.6. Warner Bros.' George Lopez was down 6% to a 2.9. Sony's King of Queens was up 4% to a 2.8. Twentieth's King of the Hill rose 4% to a new season high of 2.7, tying Warner Bros.' Friends which was unchanged at 2.7.


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Group includes BRE chief Peter Bonfield

The new Grenfell Tower expert advisory panel on safety is to examine whether building regulations need to be changed in the wake of the blaze, which has so far claimed the lives of at least 80 people.

Appointed by the government, the panel’s remit is to provide independent advice to ministers on any immediate measures that may need to be put in place to make buildings safe for residents following the Grenfell Tower fire.

Chaired by Sir Ken Knight, former London Fire Commissioner, the panel includes Dr Peter Bonfield, chief executive of the BRE, and Amanda Clack, president of the RICS.

The panel said it realised its work needed to be done “without duplicating or prejudging the outcomes of the public inquiry and police investigation”.

Last week leading figures from Kensington & Chelsea council, including the leader, Nick Paget-Brown, resigned over the borough’s handling of the efforts to help those affected by the fire.

As well as looking at how to make high-rise residential blocks safer, the panel will consider whether there are any changes or clarifications required to existing regulations, and provide advice on possible changes, including making recommendations on the use of specific materials.

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Alumasc Rainwater Launches New AX Extruded Aluminium Gutter System

As Britain says goodbye to summer and braces itself for the unpredictable conditions of autumn and winter, Alumasc Rainwater has launched its new AX Extruded Aluminium Gutter Systems.

The new AX range offers pioneering high capacity gutter systems, available in a choice of three profiles – Beaded Half Round, Beaded Half Round Deep Run and Moulded, which are ideal for both traditional and modern buildings, and suited to flush and projecting eaves applications alike.

AX is constructed from 100% recyclable aluminium, offering a cost-effective, lightweight, durable and highly corrosion resistant alternative to uPVC.  It is low maintenance and offers an impressive life expectancy of up to 40 years, designed to fully accommodate thermal movement at every joint.

Installation and fixing is quick and easy, with the AX Extruded Aluminium Gutter Systems range utilising the very simple and well-proven method of wet sealed and bolted joints.  Gutter joints are secured with screws or bolts through integral holes or slots and the system is fixed by brackets as well as an option to direct fix for the moulded profile.

The AX range is offered in a wide range of colours and finishes with BBA approved polyester powder coatings, factory applied by Alumasc. 26 standard colours are available and additional BS or RAL colours available to special order.  The gutters can also be supplied in a plain mill finish for on-site painting.

AX has been introduced as part of the ongoing development of Alumasc Rainwater’s products and services. The package of improvements also includes the introduction of a new steel range, major improvements on the lead times for a number of its most popular products, an expanding sales force and the creation of specialist appointments to meet demand for bespoke and technically-challenging projects.

Managing Director of Alumasc Rainwater, Paul Hetherington, explains: “At Alumasc Rainwater, we’re committed to providing excellent customer service, quick lead times and an unrivalled range of rainwater and roof drainage products. The new AX Extruded Aluminium Systems provide high capacity gutters which are an exciting and innovative addition to our portfolio, making ours the most comprehensive rainwater solutions package on the market.”

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Daikin UK leads the way with R32 refrigerant training

Daikin UK has successfully trained more than 500 installers on the use of R32 refrigerant since the launch of the ‘R32 System Installations – Are you ready?’ training course in November 2016. Providing installers and engineers with a complete overview of how to install and commission R32 systems, Daikin UK is leading the way offering both a theoretical and a hands on approach when using the environmentally friendly refrigerant.

 Designed and launched by Daikin UK, the course provides a comprehensive understanding of installing, commissioning and servicing R32 systems, in response to the introduction of the 2015 F-gas regulations and EN378 update.

To date, over 470 companies and 550 individuals have received comprehensive training in Daikin UK’s leading training facilities in Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Woking and the DoubleTree Hilton in Nottingham.

Course attendees have gained confidence in the installation and maintenance of R32 systems as well as better understanding of the handling and storage of the new refrigerant.

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“Very informative on how R32 will work in future.”

“If this is going to be the future then it is better to get on board with it sooner rather than later.”

“I thought R32 was not for me however, now I will use it at every opportunity."

Martin Passingham, Product Manager for DX at Daikin UK said, “Providing installers with the knowledge and confidence to adopt the use of environmentally friendly, energy efficient refrigerants is essential to the F-Gas journey. We’re delighted that more than 500 installers and engineers have attended the course and are now ready to begin installing R32 based systems such as Bluevolution.

“The number of course attendees and the rate of course registrations is a clear demonstration of the demand for R32 training. With continuously developing regulations surrounding the environmental impact and carbon emissions of refrigerants, it is crucial that specialist manufacturer training is available so that installers and engineers can navigate regulation changes with peace of mind.”

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Green Buildings vs. Non-Green Buildings

Going green has become mandatory for anyone involved in building construction and/or maintenance. The growth in the certified green building market has been making headlines for over a decade with no end in sight. Plus, studies consistently show that building green pays off. On average, green buildings simply have the competitive edge in terms of cost effectiveness, marketability and overall maintenance efficiency.

Despite the buzz, many facilities managers are still confused as to what exactly it means to be green. Does certification matter? Is renewable energy required? What exactly makes a building green?

Five Elements of a Green Building Project

Unfortunately, there are no hard and fast answers. Ask a dozen green building experts and you’ll get a dozen replies, each sensible but none identical. The fact is, sustainability is an enormously complex subject, and the industry reflects that.

However, one has to start somewhere. Perhaps one of the clearest definitions of what green construction really means is offered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in its report “What Is a Green Building?” The EPA breaks green construction down into five readily identifiable elements. Let’s take a look at each, and what they entail:

1. Sustainable Site Design

Green construction considers not just the building but its environment. Before construction even begins, care is taken to choose a site that will contribute to wise use of resources and enhance human and environmental health. Key strategies include using space efficiently; preserving wetlands and other valuable natural features; orienting and designing the building to take advantage of natural dynamics such as insulation, air flow and microclimate variables; reducing the urban heat island effect; light pollution reduction; and aesthetic appeal. Technologies in this category include such things as daylighting, passive ventilation, and green walls and roofs.

If you are dealing with an existing building, your options for improvement may be limited. However, there are some things you can do to get your building in sync with its environment. Landscaping is one good option. Strategically planting trees and other plants where they will provide shade, windbreaks or other benefits can significantly impact a building’s energy footprint. It can lead to other surprising benefits, too.

For instance, when the Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center at Monticello redesigned its landscaping, average summer air temperatures in their courtyard dropped by 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit, and surface temperatures dropped by 29.7 degrees Fahrenheit under the shade structure and trees. Not only did it reduce the Center’s energy bills, but the site renovation contributed to a 19% rise in retail sales.

2. Water Quality and Conservation

This category includes measures that maximize water-use efficiency and water quality. Green building designers attempt to emulate and preserve the site’s natural water cycle through the use of rainwater catchment, progressive stormwater management techniques such as permeable pavement, native landscaping, and water-saving devices.

Problems sometimes occur in this and in all areas of conservation when existing infrastructure is expected to support newer conservation mandates. For example, last April’s water efficiency mandate by the State of California limiting toilets to 1.2 gallons per flush seems reasonable and responsible, given the extreme drought conditions faced by the state. However, many commercial property managers are experiencing problems when they install these water-efficient toilets. The drain lines in most older buildings were engineered to work with a greater volume of water. They often are nearly horizontal, and to make matters worse, they often sag with age. As a result, clogged drain lines have become commonplace.

Situations like these are challenging, but the solution is not to get angry, says Edward J. Brady, LEED GA ARCSA, Water Efficiency Program Manager at Healthy Buildings. Instead, look for new technologies or workarounds to achieve the best results possible given the limitations of your property. In this case, removing and replacing the drain lines would be prohibitively expensive for most properties. Brady suggests trying this solution first: “We put a 2.4 gallon, higher flush mid range toilet into the very end stall. You need to apply for a variance and get a stamp from a professional engineer, but it’s often just enough extra water to prevent issues while still keeping water use to a minimum.”

3. Energy and Environment

This is the category that most people think of first when they think green. It also includes many of the most dramatic cost-saving opportunities. Energy measures include technologies and design that improve building performance to achieve more with less input. Strategies include incorporating shell measures such as insulation and high-efficiency glazing; passive heating and cooling; high-efficiency lighting; solar and other renewable energy; and high-efficiency HVAC and plumbing technologies.

Human workers may not respond well to micromanagement, but buildings are another story. Many property managers find that tracking and controlling the energy consumption of individual units and/or zones pays off very well in terms of energy savings. Smart meters in particular can save tremendous amounts of energy by automatically adjusting to changes in weather, number of occupants, and other variables.

4. Indoor Environmental Quality

Integral to the green building concept is ensuring that the building supports human health and wellbeing. Issues in this category include reducing exposure to indoor environmental toxins like VOCs, heavy metals, and biological hazards such as mold; ensuring adequate air flow and quality; providing optimal levels and quality of light (especially daylighting); and maintaining an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere for stress reduction and improved worker efficiency.

Maintenance is integral to keeping a “green” building green. Some of the biggest contributors to poor-indoor environmental quality are, ironically, cleaning and disinfecting products. Yet it’s not just conventional cleaning supplies. Some so-called “green” cleaners, while not themselves a source for concern, can react with other chemicals present in your building to create toxic compounds. For example, pine and citrus oils contain compounds called terpenes that can combine with ozone to form the carcinogen formaldehyde, as well as fine particulates that can adversely affect human health.   The California EPA recommends limiting the use of these products, especially during periods of high outdoor air pollution.

Property managers should be aware of chemical interactions of this sort, and look for non-chemical alternatives when possible, such as cleaning systems that utilize electrolyzed water.

5. Materials and Resources

Careful selection of construction materials to favor those that make the most efficient use of resources can significantly improve a building’s environmental impact. Recycled materials, local materials and materials engineered for maximum durability, longevity and efficiency are preferred, as are bio-based materials that break down safely in the environment once they are no longer in use. Materials and systems are evaluated using a “cradle-to-cradle” approach that takes into account the entire life cycle of the structure, from sourcing to disposal. Also included in this category are maintenance and use issues such as recycling, waste disposal and transportation to and from the building.

Keep in mind that one of the most significant resources for a green building is its occupants. Every green building should include a plan for educating, training and encouraging its occupants to use best management practices for optimal sustainability. The best plans instill a sense of pride, fun, teamwork and/or ownership. Payback incentives are usually very effective, as are contests between occupants of different areas of the building.

Multiple Benefits to Going Green

There are many ways to define green, but these five categories offer a convenient way to help FMs better understand how their buildings stack up in their efforts to go green.

However, be aware that many green approaches span multiple categories. Holly Elmore, founder and CEO of the nonprofit sustainability consultancy Elemental Impact, says that it’s common for property owners to install a green technology to solve one problem, only to find that it improves the property in several ways: For example, as part of its sustainable food court initiative pilot, the Atlanta airport installed baffle filters that collect 99% of the grease from the air before it enters the duct system. It did it to protect the roof, but it found that it kept the ducts so much cleaner that it will save 1.1 million gallons of water per year, and reduce cleaning expenses to the tune of $7,000 annual savings per restaurant!

Look for these synergies when creating your green building plan. Taking a holistic, big-picture approach will get you the greenest possible result and can save you countless dollars in the long run.

Ryan McNeill is the president of Renewable Energy Corporation, a Mid-Atlantic solar energy company.

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Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz continues to hammer away at the Obama administration and his appointees over how they've gone about the bailout so far.

In an interview with Bloomberg, Stiglitz specifically criticized the White House's connections to Wall Street.

"All the ingredients they have so far are weak, and there are several missing ingredients," Stiglitz said in an interview yesterday. The people who designed the plans are "either in the pocket of the banks or they're incompetent."

The Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP, isn't large enough to recapitalize the banking system, and the administration hasn't been direct in addressing that shortfall, he said. Stiglitz said there are conflicts of interest at the White House because some of Obama's advisers have close ties to Wall Street.

"We don't have enough money, they don't want to go back to Congress, and they don't want to do it in an open way and they don't want to get control" of the banks, a set of constraints that will guarantee failure, Stiglitz said.

He went on to rehash a lot of conventional cricism, such as the revolving door between Wall Street and Washington and the fact that a company like PIMCO, which is a big bank bondholder, is the most likely to sign up for the PPIP.

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4341965Cpl. Victoria Ross/US Marine CorpsUS Marines have been quietly performing an important surveillance mission for years to help patrol wide sections of the US-Mexico border. Here, a Marine with 2nd Ground Sensor Platoon, II Marine Expeditionary Force, conceals a ground sensor into at an undisclosed location in Texas in March 2018.

  • For over a decade Marine Ground Sensor Platoons have quietly deployed to the US-Mexico border to train for combat operations abroad, and their training has real world consequences for those crossing the border.
  • President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration is quietly supported by the Marine Ground Sensor Platoons that surveil wide sections of the border.
  • These missions are ideal for Ground Sensor Platoons, which are made up of small three- to four-man teams who stealthily advance ahead of the main troops to track enemy movements in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

Along the US-Mexico border, small teams of Marines are using a suite of advanced sensors and remote monitors to assist the US Border Patrol in scanning the most vulnerable sections of the untamed border. These Marines belong to specialized units called Ground Sensor Platoons, and for over a decade have been quietly partnering with the US Border patrol to help agents catch drug traffickers and migrants who cross illegally into the United States from Central and South America.

Despite being infantry Marines, the weapons of choice for Ground Sensor Platoons aren't bullets. The Tactical Remote Sensor System, or TRSS, is a suite of sensors, cameras, re-transmission devices, and monitoring equipment that are used to track enemy movement. The sensors are sensitive enough to detect how many people may be walking nearby, what direction they're traveling, and can even differentiate between different types of vehicles. Some of the sensors are equipped with day and night imaging capability, allowing Marines to identify the exact nature of their target. And like most equipment fielded by the Marine Corps, the system can take a beating: the Corps claims the sensors and relay equipment can operate autonomously for up to 30 days.

All of this makes the Ground Sensor Platoon an important partner to the US Border Patrol. And despite some states withdrawing their National Guard units from the region during President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown earlier this summer, the Marines show no sign of slowing down: according to photographs released by the Department of Defense, GSP Marines have been in the field with US Border Patrol as recently as March of this year.

While the Marines participate in border patrolling in a purely observational capacity, their presence has in the past directly boosted the Border Patrol's ability to bust drug traffickers and apprehend people suspected of crossing the border illegally. Due to the realism of these missions in terrains similar to Iraq and Afghanistan, one former Marine called it "the best possible training" for the dangerous missions these platoons conduct into enemy territory.

According to Customs and Border Patrol data, in 2017 Border Patrol officers apprehended 303,916 people attempting to cross illegally in the Southwest sector, which stretches from California to Texas. Former President George W Bush's administration oversaw the construction of almost 700 miles of barriers on the US-Mexico border, and President Donald Trump continues to pledge to build a wall across the thousand or so miles without a physical barrier. The Department of Homeland Security has continued to extend and expand the US Border Patrol's ability to monitor the border with drones, CCTV, and other surveillance methods, but there are still gaps. In 2015, for instance, agents stopped 444,825 migrants while an estimated 200,000 migrants got by them and successfully entered the US illegally.

Joint Task Force-North, Customs and Border Patrol, and the US Marine Corps declined to repeated requests for interviews and comment on these operations. JTF-N and the Marine Corps cited their policy of not commenting on ongoing missions, while Customs and Border Patrol did not respond to phone calls or e-mails.

unnamed 3Courtesy Michael VogelMichael Vogel, a former GSP Marine, sits in a helicopter during a joint Marine-Border Patrol operation in California.

Working with US Border Patrol gives these sensor patrol Marines a unique opportunity to prepare for combat abroad. Marines scan miles and miles of hard-scrabbled hills and valleys under an unrelenting heat that punishes men and equipment alike. And just like in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and Africa, the lives of those being tracked depend on their ability to evade American forces.

In 2004, Michael Vogel was a young infantry Marine fresh from boot camp, sitting in a squad bay in School of Infantry - East in Camp Geiger, NC. Instructors asked if anyone would be interested in volunteering for a special unit, one that would work behind enemy lines to give advance warning of incoming attacks or IEDs. Unlike infantry platoons of 40 or more Marines, this special unit worked in four-man teams with highly specialized surveillance equipment. Vogel volunteered, intrigued by the idea of going out in front of conventional infantry units. After three months of additional intensive training in topography, equipment specs, and surveillance techniques, he reported to the 4th Ground Sensor Platoon based in Mobile, Alabama.

The Ground Sensor Platoons evolved from a Vietnam War-era remote sensor program whose success during the battle of Khe Sahn showcased how important early notice of enemy movement could be. During the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, Ground Sensor Platoons became invaluable for American troops struggling to maintain control over large areas.

Soon after his arrival to 4th GSP, a squad leader told Vogel to prepare for upcoming training, one that promised real world conditions for the platoon to hone their skills before heading to battlefields in Iraq or Afghanistan. Their enemy for this operation would not be green targets on a shooting range, or other Marines pretending to be insurgents. For the next few weeks, their targets would be drug cartels and human traffickers moving north across the US-Mexico border in southern California. Their mission: help the US Border Patrol stem the tide of drugs pouring into the US using their surveillance equipment. As Vogel and his platoon sat through briefings on drug cartels from Central and Latin America, he focused on the mission. "My thoughts were on the terrain," he recalled, "it looked just like the mountains of Afghanistan."

For the overworked and undermanned US Border Patrol, the opportunity to utilize military-grade surveillance equipment operated by Marines frees more Border Patrol agents to catch smugglers and undocumented migrants moving north. GSP Marines and US Border Patrol have conducted joint operations along the entire length of the border, and frequently work in one of the most controversial border sectors where a majority of illegal border crossings occur: the Rio Grande Valley.

unnamedCourtesy Michael VogelThis courtesy photo shows a US Border Patrol Agent working with a GSP Marine unit in Texas.

In 2008, Vogel and the rest of 4th GSP arrived at a Customs and Border Patrol base of operations in Texas. "When we landed we were introduced to the lead Border Patrol agent at the hangar for the Border Patrol Air Mobile unit, which is who we worked with. It was great, a lot of the guys we worked with were veterans, really professional guys," Vogel told Business Insider in a recent phone interview. "They knew what was up, our higher ups had coordinated with them and they set up a tactical operations center for us in the hangar. We slept side by side with these guys for the entire operation."

Even as a young Marine, Vogel could tell the Border Patrol was struggling to keep up with the influx of humans and drugs crossing into America. "It felt like they were undermanned, they needed routes covered that they just couldn't cover with their personnel." The Border Patrol agents spoke openly about their predicament, admitting "they just couldn't keep up with what was going on out there," as he recalled. During his first time on the border with CBP, Vogel estimated that the Marines passed on roughly 50 to 100 sensor reports a week to their CBP partners, a number that "only increased" during later joint operations in the Rio Grande Valley.

Vogel's platoon worked with the CBP three times before he deployed to Iraq in 2008 and Afghanistan in 2010. On each joint operation, the Border Patrol put Mr. Vogel and the GSP Marines to work as soon as they touched down in Texas. "That first week is balls to the wall, just getting all your equipment out there. Then you're going to a 6 hours on, 6 hours off rotation in the TOC." The TOC, which stands for Tactical Operations Center, is where GSP Marines keep a constant watch on information feeding into monitors from their sensors, whether in Texas or on the battlefield. Vogel remembered Border Patrol agents wanted the Marines to focus on drug interdiction. Unlike people risking their life to come to America, who often come across the border with little more than the shirt on their back and a bottle of water, Marines were on the lookout for individuals or groups of people carrying large packs that might smuggle drugs. Once located, the Border Patrol could dispatch agents to go out and investigate.

"Any groups that we saw on our imaging, we had a Border Patrol agent with us in the TOC, and they would call and let their agents know in the field and they would find out what was there." Vogel made sure to note that the Marines did not go in with the Border Patrol teams to investigate what their sensors picked up, nor did the Marines interact with anyone found crossing the border. "It was firm, in stone: You do not interact with anybody. When we were in the field it was always at night." And if the Marines came upon someone in the desert while emplacing their sensors? "We would get out of there, or we would just stay where were. We always had a BP agent with us in case something like that happened, and BP would pull whoever it was to the side and deal with whatever was going on with them separately. They really wanted to keep us out of sight, out of mind."

For Vogel, the joint GSP-CBP operations were "the best possible training that we could've gotten before deploying overseas. Dealing with the terrain, trying to get our equipment to communicate through the mountains, it was brutal. For me as a Lance Corporal it was an eye opener, definitely an eye opener. It was a good working relationship both ways, we learned a lot and were able to help them cover routes that they were struggling with."

unnamed 2Courtesy Michael VogelMichael Vogel, bottom right, and his GSP team in Afghanistan in 2010.

Perfecting the ability to remain "out of sight, out of mind" is crucial for Ground Sensor Platoons operating in combat, as their primary role in war zones is to stealthily advance ahead of the main troops, tracking insurgents with their sensors in a deadly game of cat and mouse. It was a game the Vogel played with insurgents in Iraq and the Taliban in Afghanistan, with more than one close call.

The partnership between US Marines and US Border Patrol is part of a long standing effort by Joint Task Force-North, a DoD task force based in Fort Bliss, Texas. The task force pairs law enforcement groups with military units that can best assist them on counter-terror and homeland security missions. The military has a long history of being deployed to the border, but after a 1997 incident in Texas when a Marine killed a US citizen herding goats, the military drastically reduced its presence in the area. The task force in charge of coordinating military and law enforcement efforts at the time, Joint Task Force-6, was re-branded as Joint Task Force-North with a new pledge to ensure similar incidents never occurred again, while continuing the military's coordination with law enforcement agencies.

After some states have pulled their National Guard units from the border in protest of a White House policy to separate detained parents from their children, GSP Marines have continued operations. According to photos released by the Department of Defense, it appears that Ground Sensor Platoon Marines have been working with US Border Patrol in Texas as recently as late March.

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ITC has launched its 12th luxury hotel called ITC Kohenur in Hyderabad, named after the famous diamond believed to have been mined from Golconda, less than 10 kms from the IT hub.

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The Congress party, wary of its MLAs shifting loyalties amidst horse-trading attempts by the BJP, even took them away to a luxury hotel in Bengaluru - the famous Eagleton Resort where the Gujarat Congress had also flown its MLAs in a same situation in 2017 - only to realise two of its MLAs, Anand Singh and Pratapgouda Patil, were missing from the flock.

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This Tina Belcher-Inspired Halloween Costume Will Definitely Get Jimmy Pesto's Attention

Admittedly, I'm kind of over the phrase "role model"; it's overused and just annoying. That being said, I will still tell anyone who will listen to that awkward pre-teen Tina Belcher is my role model. The middle daughter of Bob and Linda Belcher on Bob's Burgers, who loves writing erotica and looking at Jimmy Pesto's butt, is so endearing, so hilarious, and so much fun to watch that you can't not love her (though truly, I feel that way about pretty much every character on the show). Tina holds a special place in my heart because she's like so many of us were at her age (and perhaps even now), and she's gloriously unaware of just how awkward she is. In other words, she's amazing and I can think of no more fitting tribute than dressing up as Tina Belcher for Halloween.

Whether or not you're past your prime trick-or-treating age, there's bound to be a Halloween parade or party that you can rock your Tina costume to, if you really think about it. The extra great thing about it — aside from the fact that you're dressing up as one of the best characters currently on TV — is that Tina's look is simple and therefore easy to put together. You ready? Uhhhhhh...

The Hair

One of Tina's most recognizable traits is her black bob haircut. It's basic and easy to care for, and also easy to get in wig form if you don't already have the same color/length as Tina. To really get the Tina Belcher look, you might want to take a pair of scissors and make things look a little less put together, but it's certainly not necessary and you could wear as-is.

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You'll also need to get styled up with Tina's trademark yellow barrette, too, if you want to complete the look. Pop those in your cart at check-out and prepare to get stylish!

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The T-Shirt

Tina's ensemble is super basic, which makes it simple to source. You'll need a boxy t-shirt in a light blue shade, and it shouldn't be too fitted, so order a size up for maximum effect. This thing is really coming together, right?!

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Again, Tina keeps it classy with a basic navy blue skirt to go with her light blue t-shirt. It's an effective statement that says "I'm a no nonsense woman who knows what she likes and has more to her than fancy clothes!" Or, you know, something like that.

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You'll need some striped varsity socks to match Tina, and again, they're basic and easy to come by, which makes this whole process that much more enjoyable, doesn't it? The socks are not only cute, they're practical, given that it's Halloween and it'll likely be cold outside — you need to keep those legs warm!

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As for footwear, just grab those old, comfy Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars out of the back of your closet or grab a new pair to complete the look. Comfort AND style? Who knew you could have both at once?

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You've gotta have the classic Tina Belcher wayfarer glasses, right? If you already wear glasses and happen to have these, you're in luck; you can get them prescription-free and pretty cheap, so it's about to go down.

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Ranking Democratic Candidates On Women's Rights Shows Who The Rock Stars Are & Who Needs To Wake Up & Smell The Feminism

Tuesday's Democratic presidential debate will finally give the six Democratic candidates a chance to talk policy. Though it might not be as entertaining as watching the packed Republican field talk about vaccines, it will certainly help voters understand just who is a serious contender in the 2016 election. Many political analysts are predicting a stand off between former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, who are leading among the Democrats. The debate will hopefully highlight where those two candidates and the others differ when it comes to social issues like gender equality. A pre-debate ranking of the Democratic candidates on women's rights puts Clinton and Sanders at the top, unsurprisingly, but Lincoln Chafee and Martin O'Malley aren't as far behind as you might have thought.

Women's issues such as reproductive health have been particularly central for candidates in this election after the conservative move to defund Planned Parenthood led to certain states stripping the organization of its Medicaid funding. Equal pay, campus sexual assault, and what candidates will do to help women have access to more leadership positions in the economy are important points that the Democratic candidates will be expected to address. Many of the candidates have entire portions of their websites dedicated to these issues, and those who don't need to get with the program. Here is a ranking of the Democratic candidates on women's rights, from those with the best feminist records to candidates that need some serious improvement.

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Bernie Sanders

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Sanders makes it pretty clear on his campaign website that the fight to defund Planned Parenthood isn't a fight to "save babies," he says it's a fight to "deny women in this country the right to control their own bodies." This point is unique to Sanders, and it's why he ranks higher than many of the other candidates — he understands that any polices that hurt women's equality, from sexual assault to equal pay, all add up to perpetuate gender inequality through control.

What edges Sanders lightly above Clinton on abortion rights is his refrain from the "safe, legal, and rare" rhetoric, which many pro-choice advocates have said only perpetuates the stigma surrounding abortion and conservative moves to restrict access so that it's only available after a forced ultrasound or before a certain trimester, according to The Huffington Post.

And Sanders continues his fight for equality in his economic and healthcare plans. Like Clinton, he wants to help low-income women find quality childcare and increase the minimum wage to $15, which could help many single mothers living in poverty.

What proves most interesting about Sanders' stance on women's issues, though, is that he isn't fighting for issues that are only visible to young, wealthy women. For example, his Medicare for All single-payer healthcare system would help elderly women, half of whom would sink into poverty without their Social Security checks, according to The Huffington Post. Furthermore, women make up two-thirds of the low-wage workforce, and only 23 percent of low-wage jobs provide health insurance, according to Sanders' campaign website. Sanders isn't just prioritizing wealthy women — he's focusing on policies that help women whose voices often aren't heard.

Hillary Clinton

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Clinton has been an early supporter of women's rights issues since her famous 1995 speech in Beijing when she said, "Let it be that human rights are women's rights and women's rights are human rights once and for all," according to American Rhetoric.

Clinton has always been pro-choice, but she has often used the famous Democratic Party line about keeping abortion "safe, legal, and rare," according to On The Issues. In 2014, she called the Hobby Lobby decision a "slippery slope against women," and she was a huge supporter of getting Plan B on the market in 2006. And, during the Clinton administration, teenage pregnancy rates declined thanks to Clinton's focus on teen sex education that wasn't just abstinence only. Rates shot back up during the Bush presidency, which instituted widespread abstinence-only programs.

Clinton's economic plan also has a number of intersectional feminist goals. For example, Clinton said that part of her economic plan would be to prioritize equal pay, which is a big deal considering women make about 70 cents to the dollar a man makes, and that gap is even larger for women of color. Clinton also wants to see better paid leave available across the country, because the U.S. is one of two countries that doesn't offer its mothers and fathers any federally-mandated paid leave.

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Lincoln Chafee

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Former Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee hasn't received enough credit for his pro-women stances. Chafee has been publicly supporting pro-choice policies since the early 2000s, which is pretty surprising given the fact that he actually served as a Republican during his time as a U.S. senator, the mayor of Warwick, and as a local legislator. In 2006, during the Rhone Island Senate debate, he told the moderator that abortion laws shouldn't be left up to states because it could prevent low-income women in those states from having access to abortion, according to On The Issues. His answer seemed more practical than partisan, but he clearly understood that restricting abortion access wouldn't affect wealthy women as much, because they can afford to drive to a state with better access or invest in better reproductive healthcare. Low-income women don't often have those options.

Another interesting thing to note about Chafee's women's rights stance is that he's very big on the separation of church and state, according to MTV. He skipped his usual Episcopalian church service on his inauguration day as governor, which means that he probably wouldn't tolerate insurance companies objections to contraception on the basis of "religious freedom."

During his time as governor of Rhode Island, Chafee instituted a program that provided new parents up to four weeks of paid family leave, and his campaign website lists equal pay as one of his "priorities" were he to win the election.

Martin O'Malley

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Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is actually a huge women's rights proponent. He has a 100 percent pro-choice rating from NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland, and he supports late-term abortion when the mother's life is at risk or when the fetus has a severe abnormality. During his time as governor, he made no attempts to restrict women's access to abortion in Maryland. And, during his tenure, he signed a law expanding Medicaid access to women's health services that specifically aimed at helping low-income women get free pregnancy counseling, Medicaid-funded birth control, STD testing, and cancer screenings, according to RH Reality Check.

In one of the most radical stances among Democrats or Republicans, O'Malley supported public funding for abortion in a 2010 vote. Federal law prohibits federal funds from being used for abortions for pregnancies that aren't the result of rape, incest, or the mother's life being in danger, but this stance is still a clear indication of O'Malley's commitment to women's rights to make their own healthcare decisions.

O'Malley also endorsed equal pay with a Facebook status on Equal Pay Day in April. He has also bragged occasionally about the fact that Maryland has one of the smallest wage gaps for women, but he even increased the minimum wage there to try to close the gap even more, according to Think Progress.

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Jim Webb

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Former Virginia Sen. Jim Webb is very pro-choice, and he has a great track record when it comes to focusing on poverty, inequality, and economic justice, according to MSNBC. But most damning to Webb is a 1979 essay that he wrote for the Washingtonian titled "Women Can't Fight," where he argues that the only thing that's corrupting the U.S.' national defense strength is women. In the essay he says that when women were pushed toward the battlefield, rapes and wife beating increased. It's frightening that his solution was to remove women from the battlefield, and not to treat the toxic misogyny that was leading to rapes and wife beating. But it's important to acknowledge that this essay was written a long time ago, and Webb's policies have shown support for women.

In April, on Equal Pay Day, Webb shared a Facebook status saying he was proud to have voted for the Lilly Ledbetter Act in 2009. But, unfortunately, there is no specific portion of Webb's website that is dedicated to equal pay. It's strange given that the issue is a major talking point for each of the above candidates, and if Webb supported the Ledbetter Act, then why wouldn't he support specific legislation to force more transparency when it comes to equal pay? Webb needs to expand upon how he would fight for women.

Women's What?

Lawrence Lessig

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Harvard professor Lawrence Lessig doesn't have a track record in government, so he doesn't have a voting record on women's rights issues. But Lessig is famous for his books on media, the internet, and privacy, so it wouldn't be much of a surprise that he's pretty pro-choice. But he isn't really emphasizing his women's rights stances at all, because his big talking point throughout his campaign has been reforming money in politics.

Lessig's main reason for running is to pass the Citizen Equality Act of 2017, which would help abolish voter ID laws and establish a one-vote-per-person system. It would also use vouchers to let citizens decide what candidates get the money to run. Voting equality is a feminist issue, especially given the fact that many states have instituted restrictive voter ID and early voting laws that have made it more difficult for rural, elderly, and low-income voters to get their ballots in. Because so many single mothers can fall into that low-income bracket, these laws could have a huge effect on them. Lessig's plan would help address that, but that's really the only issue he has discussed. Lessig has been criticized heavily for running a "single-issue" campaign, and his lack of flexibility when it comes to important social issues like women's rights could alienate many voters.


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How Feminism Moved Forward In 2015 Thanks To Outspoken Women Fighting For Equality

2015 was a busy year. A lot has happened in the span of 12 months — like, a lot. In January, it was a different world: No one had ever heard of Lenny Letter, Jon Snow was still alive, and nobody paid any attention to what Donald Trump had to say. Now, looking back on the year, it's astonishing how quickly things have started to change. In fact, no year in recent memory has done as much to move feminism forward than 2015.

It's been a great year for the movement, thanks in large part to high-powered ladies in the entertainment industry. The introduction of initiatives like Lenny Letter and #HeForShe have provided high-profile platforms for open discussions about women’s rights and gender equality. We’ve begun to see more women making headlines in the movie business, whether they're actresses, directors or producers, for speaking out about discrimination. Women in Saudi Arabia were finally granted the right to vote this year. Progress is slowly but surely being made. In 2015, female celebrities decided to stop being polite about women’s rights and use their status to effect some change, and it's already paying off.

Let's take a look back over 2015, and the women who tried to move feminism forward.

Feminism in 2015 started off with a bold speech by Maggie Gyllenhaal, who gracefully and politely made some great points about roles for women. The actress said that the media seemed fixated on how many "roles for powerful women" there were on television, but what she was seeing were roles for "actual women" on television. It was beautiful and simple, and it provided a gentle beginning to a year chockfull of conversations about gender.

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Gyllenhaal wasn't the only one to shake things up during awards season. Patricia Arquette gave a speech that caused quite a stir when she snagged an Oscar for her role in Boyhood. For a few moments after she won, Arquette had the attention of the nation and, boy, did she take it. She declared that it was time for women to have wage equality and "equal rights for women in the United States of America." Not only did the speech spur a national conversation, it also prompted an amazing reaction from Meryl Streep.

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Emma Watson has become an international advocate for gender equality, specifically with the #HeForShe campaign she sparked in 2014, which aims to include men in the fight for women's rights. In March 2015, Watson sat down with Facebook on International Women's Day to talk about women's issues and her feminist journey. It's an empowering speech, and it's great to see a young woman take such a stand and use her platform to make the world better.

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It's hard to believe that seven months have already passed since Hillary Clinton announced her bid for president. The self-proclaimed feminist has been using the early stages of her campaign to make bold statements about issues that effect women, like the wage gap, Planned Parenthood, and extending paid family leave. Clinton, like so many other notable women this year, is demanding to be heard.

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Amy Schumer owned 2015. She dominated it. Between the success of her Golden Globe nominated film Trainwreck and taking on gun control, Schumer has wasted no time becoming one of the most beloved and admirable actresses in the country. But, back before she was revealed to be the full-fledged movie star that she is, her show Inside Amy Schumer was making strides for women's issues. The show addressed uncomfortable truths about confidence, body image, ageism, rape culture and, yes, whether she was actually hot enough to have a TV show. The episode "12 Angry Men Inside Amy Schumer," which aired in May, while hilarious, brought to light the very real standards of beauty that women are held to by men.

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In June, pop star Katy Perry graced the cover of Forbes magazine and, in doing so, highlighted that it was OK for women to be proud of their financial success. "Hopefully this cover can be an inspiration to women out there that it's okay to be proud of hard earned success and that there is no shame in being a boss," Perry wrote on her Instagram. Perry emphasized that she was saddened when she was told that women had previously turned down the chance to be on the cover. So many women have been conditioned to make light of their accomplishments out of a fear of alienating men. It was wonderful that Perry set this example, and for that reason.

On July 5, the U.S. women's soccer team beat Japan and brought home the World Cup. It was a very big deal. But their victory and hard work led to the realization that the women would be receiving only $2 million in prize money, while their male counterparts had been awarded $35 million in previous tournaments. This information spurred international outrage and prompted FIFA to address the issue within a few weeks. We hear a lot about the gender wage gap, but it wasn't until this year that it became abundantly clear that pay inequality reached into every industry. Though indirectly, the U.S. women's soccer team brought the issue to the forefront of a global conversation on women's rights.

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In early August, tons of famous ladies took to social media to stand with Planned Parenthood. Republicans had forced a vote in the U.S. Senate to cancel the approximately $500 million that Planned Parenthood receives annually from the federal government to provide reproductive health services to low-income women. The bill ultimately was not passed, but it was amazing to see the outcry of support that women had for the organization. Actresses like Kristen Bell, Kathleen Turner, Gabby Hoffman, Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Banks, Scarlett Johansson, and many more posted sentiments of support for PP. Access to health care is just one step towards gender equality, but it's an important one and the support of powerful people helps a great deal.

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In September, after months of anticipation, Lenny Letter, a feminist and arts centric newsletter, debuted. Created by Lena Dunham and Jenni Konner, the team behind Girls, the weekly letter features long-form essays and interviews for and by women. In the past three months alone, Lenny has featured articles by Jenny Slate, Jennifer Lawrence, Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards, and an interview with presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. It's already generating great feminist content and sparking national conversations.

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Shortly after it launched, Lenny Letter featured an essay on the gender wage gap by Oscar winning actress Jennifer Lawrence. In the 2014 Sony hack, it was revealed that Lawrence had been paid far less than her male co-stars on films like American Hustle. In the powerful essay, Lawrence said that she was "over trying to find the ‘adorable’ way" to state her opinion and "still be likable." The essay drew widespread praise and came out around the same time that the federal government announced an investigation into discrimination in Hollywood. Comedian Sasheer Zamata also put out this amazing video about women's rights in October. It was basically a great month for feminism.

In late November, The New York Times Magazine did an in-depth feature article about female directors in the movie industry. They spoke to dozens of women, some of whom have been working in Hollywood for decades and some who are struggling to make their second or third projects. Women like Geena Davis, Shonda Rimes, and Nancy Meyers discussed the blatant discrimination that they have faced because of their gender. The article seemed like the culmination of a year in which women in entertainment had finally had enough and were willing to talk about the dire state of inequality. It was a moving piece and a broad reflection of an industry that's plagued with misogyny.

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Perhaps the most perfect thing to round out the progress that feminism has made this year is the debut of an Ava DuVernay Barbie. Barbie dolls have always represented things that children should aspire to, things that they could imagine being when they grew up — whether it was being a flight attendant, a veterinarian, or just owning a kick-ass beach house. With this doll, now we're telling kids that, despite a system plagued with racial and gender inequity, they can grow up to be successful film directors like DuVernay.

2015 really was an amazing year for feminism. So many women came forward and expressed frustrations with the way things are working and proposed ways to fix them. The groundwork is being laid for a bright future.


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R+L=J Won't Be Revealed On 'Game Of Thrones' Any Time Soon

Look winter has been coming for six years now and it still hasn't really snowed south of Winterfell. So if you were hoping that Season 6 of Game of Thrones will bring the big reveal that Jon Snow’s birth mom is Lyanna Stark, then you might be super disappointed. In case you haven’t noticed things in Westeros are not rushed — and neither is George R.R. Martin’s writing. Bran’s visions last Sunday of his father and Howland Reed fighting at the Tower of Joy could mean that the popular Game of Thrones theory R+L=J is true. The Tower of Joy was where Lyanna died and fans believe she gave birth to Jon Snow. Bran was so close to going into the tower, but nope. Wasn’t going to happen and the show probably won’t go back there for awhile.

I’m pretty sure by now every single person reading this article knows the R+L=J theory, but if not, here’s a quick summary. Essentially is posits that Jon Snow is really the son of Lyanna Stark and Rhaegar Targaryen (Daenerys’ older brother). On her deathbed she asked Ned to take Jon and raise him as his own so Robert Baratheon wouldn’t murder him. It basically means Jon Snow is the rightful king.

Unfortunately, there are several clues that we won’t get a R+L=J confirmation any time soon.

Bran's Flashbacks Are Just Starting

Can we give Bran a minute before he learns his half-brother is actually his cousin? He’s only had a few flashbacks so far, and I doubt they’re going to just jump right in with that reveal. The battle we saw at the Tower of Joy was a huge tease. I assume we will have to wait a while before we get to the really good stuff. Plus, since we all know it’s coming, wouldn’t you rather see Bran look into the future? I would.

Because Hodor

Am I the only one that cares more about what happened to Hodor than I do R+L=J? Seriously, what happened to Hodor!?

Lyanna And Rhaegar’s Relationship

Before we see what really happened in the Tower of Joy, they need to show us flashbacks of Lyanna and Rhaegar’s relationship. Why would they start with the birth of the baby? Let’s take it back to before the war and find out what really happened with Lyanna. R+L=J confirmation can wait.

There Are White Walkers To Deal With

I mean, did we forget there’s a giant army of dead dudes on the other side of The Wall? It’s probably more important we get back to fighting them and maybe calling in some back up versus talking about Jon’s parents.

Dany Should Be In A Better Place

We can’t learn that Daenerys Targaryen is actually Jon Snow’s aunt while she’s trapped in a crazy Khal widow convent. Can we wait till she’s back with Tyrion before her entire claim to the Iron Throne goes away?

That's A Finale Type Of Reveal

Everyone needs to remember we are only on Episode 4. This type of reveal is definitely season finale material. If it does happen this season, we’re looking at the end of June at the earliest. Plus, you want it revealed in a super dramatic way. It will be way better.

Because Life Is Not That Easy

…and David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are not that kind.

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The Best 2016 Emmys Jokes Show How TV's Finest Brought The Funny

Much like the TV shows it honors, the 2016 Emmy Awards promises to make audiences feel plenty of ~emotions~. There might be a tear or two shed during an acceptance speech, and there will definitely be plenty of banter before the awards from TV's biggest night are handed out to the winners. You'll want to keep up with the best 2016 Emmys jokes from Sunday night, because you don't want to be left out on Monday morning when everyone's talking about that sketch host Jimmy Kimmel put together or that newcomer's incredible acceptance speech, do you? I didn't think so.

As everyone knows, the host tends to set the tone for the evening and Kimmel is already a proven Emmy master of ceremonies — he previously hosted the show in 2012. But this year, he told People and Entertainment Weekly that his jokes will have a different tone — and it's nothing like his approach on his ABC late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! "The people with whom I’m actually friendly are in the most danger usually because I know they can take a joke," Kimmel told the publications. "That works against them. Being a good sport is the worst thing you can be."

And according to his Twitter, Kimmel got some adorable last-minute help with his jokes. Aww.

Check out all the best jokes from the 2016 Emmy Awards.

"If your show doesn't have a dragon or a white Bronco in it, go home now."

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Kimmel setting the tone for the night, referring to frontrunners Game of Thrones and The People Vs. OJ Simpson.

"The Emmys are so diverse this year, the Oscars are telling people we're one of their closest friends."

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Kimmel mentioned diversity in his monologue with this biting joke.

"Are you rooting for O.J. to win this time?"

Kimmel said this to former prosecutor Marcia Clark in the Emmy audience.

“Are you nominated? Wow, what’s that like?”

Jeb Bush made a cameo in Kimmel's Emmys opening sketch, making fun of his failed presidential bid.

"Mark Burnett, the man who brought us Celebrity Apprentice. We don't have to watch reality shows anymore, because we're living in one."

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Kimmel tells viewers who is to blame/credit for Donald Trump's presidential campaign.

"Tomorrow night we are back with Miley Cyrus and Alicia Keys, your next Supreme Court justices!"

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Executive producer Mark Burnett in his acceptance speech for The Voice's Emmy win, referring to Kimmel's joke from his monologue.

"I loved you in Snow Dogs."

Kimmel's mom apparently wrote this to Cuba Gooding Jr. in his peanut butter and jelly sandwich bag.

Tina Fey & Amy Poehler's Shared Emmy

They each got half of their "Emmy" and also each gave half an acceptance speech.

"Yes, I will kiss you, Kyle Chandler."

In Andy Samberg and Kit Harrington's 2017 soundbite bit, Samberg wasn't down to kiss Chandler, but Harrington sounded up for the challenge.

"Maggie, if you want this, it'll be in the lost and found."

Where Kimmel plans on keeping Dame Maggie Smith's Emmy for Best Supporting Actress.

"This is so humiliating, you lost and now you have to stand out here."

Matt Damon poured some passive aggressive salt into Kimmel's Emmy loss, reigniting their playful rivalry from Jimmy Kimmel Live!

"It requires three skills: You have to open an envelope, read a few words, and most importantly, act like you're interested."

Best Comedy Series presenter Larry David on how to be an Emmy Award presenter.

It was definitely an Emmy night to remember — and chuckle along with.


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When Does 'Call the Midwife' Season 4 Premiere? It Won't Be Long After We Pay a Visit to 'Downton Abbey'

Whether the scandal of Downton Abbey keeps you up at night or you're a Doctor Who fan that knows "Allons-y" is more than just a French phrase, I think we can all agree that the Brits just know how to make exceptional TV. One British import that has received less buzz but that is no less amazing than these two popular shows is Call the Midwife. Right after the aforementioned Downton Abbey returns to PBS on Jan. 4, 2015, the Call the Midwife Season 4 premiere won't be far behind, but when exactly will Season 4 come back into our lives?

Fortunately, we'll only have to wait a few short weeks after Downton Abbey's Season 5 finale on March 1, 2015 to be reunited with our beloved midwives and nuns. Call the Midwife Season 4 premieres on PBS on March 29, 2015.

I have so many questions about Season 4, I don't even know where to start. Will the show be any good now that main protagonist Nurse Jenny Lee has left Nonnatus House? Will things get more serious between Trixie and her reverend beau? Will Chummy be just as funny and delightful as ever? I need answers, stat.

Even though the end of March marks the official Season 4 start date, we all must be on the Nice List this year, because there's going to be a Call the Midwife Christmas special on PBS. And this isn't just some throwaway episode where all of the nurses and sisters get snowed in Nonnatus House and are forced to sing Christmas carols around a grand piano to pass the time. Although, I would totally watch that, to be honest.

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No, this year's Call the Midwife Christmas special is going to set the stage for Season 4. Whether you drop everything to watch it on Christmas or make room for it on your DVR to enjoy at your leisure (said in the British way that rhymes with measure, obviously), this is mandatory viewing.

Of course, the backdrop of the Christmas special is, well, Christmas. Nonnatus House will be busy prepping the Sunday School for the annual Christmas concert. The nurses will pay visit to a poorly run home for pregnant women. And Chummy will become the B-O-S-S when she's put in charge of running the clinic after chicken pox breaks out. The Nonnatus community is also quickly approaching 1960, which as we all know, kicked off a world-changing decade. Aren't you just sick with excitement right now? I know I am.

Most of all, the Christmas special is going to be a real treat because legendary actress Vanessa Redgrave, who has provided the narration for the series as the more mature version of Jenny, will be making her on-screen debut in Call the Midwife as an older Jenny reminiscing about her first Christmas away from Nonnatus House. I have high hopes for Redgrave's appearance because it is such a different storytelling device for Call the Midwife. But I fear that it could make an already surely sentimental episode of the series really sappy or cliché.

Instead of older Jenny just remembering her time at Nonnatus House and talking about how much she misses all of the people there, I just really want to know what shenanigans she got into during the time between her exit from the convent to present day. You know she must have gotten into some wild adventures. She lived through the '60s, didn't she? After everything she went through on the show, the girl deserved to have some fun. I just hope she got it.

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Making Your Own Bismuth Crystals Might Not Sound Glamorous, But This Science DIY Is So Shiny And So Wonderful — VIDEO

I am not only a fan of DIY science experiments, but more important, I am a big fan of shiny things. You know how hunters lure raccoons to their deaths? Basically what happens is they put a shiny object in a trap that a raccoon could easily escape if they unclenched their fists and let the shiny thing go. The trouble is, they won't. They just love shiny things too damn much, and so, they will sit there and die for them, a problem I can wholly relate to. Shiny things are the greatest. So yeah, it might not seem like there would be a very pressing reason to make your own bismuth crystals on the stove, but that's probably because you're a lot saner than I am.

Here's the thing about making bismuth crystals: You can feel 90% less vain about the whole thing, because even though you're just doing it to put random glam in your life, there's all sorts of science involved. Basically you get to be Marie Curie for five minutes, so pat yourself on the back, you scientific genius, you.

Before you start, you should be wearing a pair of safety goggles and leather gloves. Otherwise, how will your roommates know that you're doing Science? Also, burns are lame, so it's nice to protect against them. Besides that, all you need is a sauce pan that you have no emotional attachment to (it will be ugly forever after this), and five pounds of bismuth metal, which you can buy on Amazon, like literally everything else in the universe.

With your bismuth metal at the ready, stick it in a sauce pan and melt it down. It should start to look like this:

Once it's fully melted, turn off the heat source. It takes a long time to cool, but you can skim off the oxides that rise to the top while you wait.

After the bismuth starts to cool down, crystals will form at the top and grow downward. You're supposed to poke at them a little bit as they grow so they don't get stuck to the bottom of the pan. When you feel them start to touch it the bottom, that's when it's time to pull them up.

At first, they'll be just silver, but then the color will change depending on the temperature of the metal when it first makes contact with oxygen.

But if you don't like the color you get, you can just as easily melt the whole thing all over and try again. It's an endless cycle of bismuth amusement!!

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Who Plays Fin Shepard's Daughter in 'Sharknado 3'? Ryan Newman Is Tougher Than An Airborne Shark

When, oh when, will we finally listen to all of those warnings about climate change? If we don't, these sharknadoes will just keep coming. Well, maybe that's not a bad thing if you're into awesomely bad, made-for-TV environmental disaster films. On July 22, Syfy will premiere Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! (is that the best subtitle ever in the history of made-for-tv films, or what?), featuring another killer storm set to strike unsuspecting landlubbers with killer sharks. Ian Zeiring returns, Tara Reid returns, and — wait, no, there's something different about their daughter. She's been recast. So, who is the new Sharknado 3 star, playing Fin and April's daughter, Claudia?

First, let's start with what happened to the old Claudia. Aubrey Peeples has had a career bump since Sharknado debuted in 2013. She scored a meaty role as Layla Grant on Nashville, and she's set to star in the upcoming Jem and the Holograms adaptation. (Which, as a child of the '80s, looks nothing like the real Jem and the Holograms to me, but still.) So, our new Claudia, Ryan Newman, may have big things on the horizon for her, if the previous Claudia actress is any indication. Here's what we know about Newman's career so far.

She Started Off As A Model

A child model, to be exact. Chances are, her professional shots don't have her succumbing to "awkward hand."

Sharknado 3 Isn't Her First Role

She's made appearances in movies like Zoom and The Call, along with TV shows like Zeke & Luther, See Dad Run, and Big Time Rush. But, my favorite credit has her following in another famous actress' footsteps: She played a younger Miley Stewart on two episodes of Hannah Montana. I wonder whose shoes are harder to fill, Aubrey's or Miley's?

She Has A Clothing Collection With A Positive Message

Newman has a clothing and accessories collection for Compassion Brands, whose motto is "fashion against bullying." The tees have messages like, "All you need is less" and, "What goes around comes around."

That's Not Just On-Set Chemistry

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Think you see sparks flying between Claudia and Billy on Sharknado 3? That's not all acting. Newman is dating the actor who plays Billy, Jack Griffo, IRL, as she admits in the video above.

She Has The Cutest Relationship Ever With Her Sister

Aww, aren't they adorable? But, what are they doing with snorkeling gear — don't they know there are possible sharknadoes in the water?

Be sure to catch Newman in Sharknado 3, before she surely hits the big time.

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