ddr How Spammers Get Your Email Address By clark.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000 Have you ever been browsing a website and then later received an email from the company even though you didn’t provide your email address? Or maybe you added items to your cart on a shopping website but decided not to follow through with the purchase. Then you get an email asking whether you forgot to […] The post How Spammers Get Your Email Address appeared first on Clark Howard. Full Article Protect Your Rights & Identity newsletter partner_rss_exclude
ddr FDA Adds New AdComm to Address Genetic Metabolic Diseases By eyeonfda.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:05:18 +0000 Back in December 2023, FDA announced intention in the Federal Register and in a press release to form a new FDA Advisory Committee to be called the Genetic Metabolic Diseases Advisory Committee (GeMDAC). As noted in a recent posting here, … Continue reading → Full Article Advisory Committee Prepapartion #AdCom #AdComm #drugapproval #raredisease
ddr Greece introduces cash incentives, tax breaks to address declining birthrate By tribune.com.pk Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 24 16:41:21 +0500 Greece has one of Europe's lowest fertility rates, a dire demographic state driven by a decade-long economic crisis Full Article World
ddr Queen Camilla addresses health concerns after resuming Royal duties By www.geo.tv Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:25:00 +0500 Queen Camilla addresses health concerns after resuming Royal dutiesQueen Camilla addressed her health concerns after returning to Royal duties following chest infection, due to which she took a brief break from work.The Queen attended The Booker Prize Foundation at Clarence House... Full Article
ddr Trump, Harris have dueling visions for addressing immigration By www.washingtontimes.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:59:12 -0400 Millions of uninvited guests have shown up at the U.S. border since President Biden was sworn in. Full Article
ddr New EU BON Forum Paper discusses legitimacy of reusing images from scientific papers addressed By www.eubon.eu Published On :: Fri, 17 Mar 2017 11:24:00 +0200 The discipline of taxonomy is highly reliant on previously published photographs, drawings and other images as biodiversity data. Inspired by the uncertainty among taxonomists, a team, representing both taxonomists and experts in rights and copyright law, has traced the role and relevance of copyright when it comes to images with scientific value. Their discussion and conclusions are published in the latest paper added in the EU BON Collection in the open science journal Research Ideas and Outcomes (RIO). Taxonomic papers, by definition, cite a large number of previous publications, for instance, when comparing a new species to closely related ones that have already been described. Often it is necessary to use images to demonstrate characteristic traits and morphological differences or similarities. In this role, the images are best seen as biodiversity data rather than artwork. According to the authors, this puts them outside the scope, purposes and principles of Copyright. Moreover, such images are most useful when they are presented in a standardized fashion, and lack the artistic creativity that would otherwise make them 'copyrightable works'. "It follows that most images found in taxonomic literature can be re-used for research or many other purposes without seeking permission, regardless of any copyright declaration," says Prof. David J. Patterson, affiliated with both Plazi and the University of Sydney. Nonetheless, the authors point out that, "in observance of ethical and scholarly standards, re-users are expected to cite the author and original source of any image that they use." Such practice is "demanded by the conventions of scholarship, not by legal obligation," they add. However, the authors underline that there are actual copyrightable visuals, which might also make their way to a scientific paper. These include wildlife photographs, drawings and artwork produced in a distinctive individual form and intended for other than comparative purposes, as well as collections of images, qualifiable as databases in the sense of the European Protection of Databases directive. In their paper, the scientists also provide an updated version of the Blue List, originally compiled in 2014 and comprising the copyright exemptions applicable to taxonomic works. In their Extended Blue List, the authors expand the list to include five extra items relating specifically to images. "Egloff, Agosti, et al. make the compelling argument that taxonomic images, as highly standardized 'references for identification of known biodiversity,' by necessity, lack sufficient creativity to qualify for copyright. Their contention that 'parameters of lighting, optical and specimen orientation' in biological imaging must be consistent for comparative purposes underscores the relevance of the merger doctrine for photographic works created specifically as scientific data," comments on the publication Ms. Gail Clement, Head of Research Services at the Caltech Library. "In these cases, the idea and expression are the same and the creator exercises no discretion in complying with an established convention. This paper is an important contribution to the literature on property interests in scientific research data - an essential framing question for legal interoperability of research data," she adds. ### Original source: Egloff W, Agosti D, Kishor P, Patterson D, Miller J (2017) Copyright and the Use of Images as Biodiversity Data. Research Ideas and Outcomes 3: e12502. https://doi.org/10.3897/rio.3.e12502 Full Article News
ddr Biodiversity data provision and decision-making - addressing the challenges By www.eubon.eu Published On :: Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:30:29 +0200 Full Article Events
ddr ClarkDietrich’s ProChannel Ci Cladding Support Addresses Air and Moisture Intrusion By www.wconline.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 ClarkDietrich has introduced ProChannel Ci Cladding Support with Grip-Deck TubeSeal Technology. The new cladding support system is designed for residential and commercial applications and protects against air and water intrusion. Full Article
ddr CFSEI Publishes Tech Note Addressing Connections By www.wconline.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Sep 2012 10:32:01 -0400 The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) has published a new document in its ongoing Tech Notes series—“Screws for Cold-Formed Steel-to-Wood and Wood-to-Cold-Formed Steel Attachments. Full Article
ddr Video: How to Address Fraud and Slow Money By www.wconline.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:17:14 -0400 In this video, W&C friend Thea Dudley—aka “The Credit Overlord”—discusses ways to address and think about fraud and the slow money that plagues players in the industry. Full Article
ddr New guidance addresses corrosive drywall hazards By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Falls Church, VA – The American Industrial Hygiene Association on Oct. 31 issued guidance about safely removing corrosive drywall from buildings. Full Article
ddr OSHA fact sheet addresses abrasive blasting hazards By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – OSHA recently issued a fact sheet about protecting workers from abrasive blasting materials. Full Article
ddr New NIOSH recommendations address nanomaterials By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – New recommendations issued by NIOSH on Nov. 8 address protecting workers during processes that use engineered nanomaterials. Full Article
ddr AIHA fact sheet addresses PPE for engineered nanoparticles By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 Washington – The American Industrial Hygiene Association has published a fact sheet that aims to improve safety for workers in the nanotechnology industry. Full Article
ddr GAO calls for interagency effort to address transportation whistleblower claims By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – OSHA and the Department of Transportation should increase collaboration to protect whistleblowers in the transportation industry, concludes a report released March 19 by the Government Accountability Office. Full Article
ddr Final rule addresses whistleblower protections for seamen By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Washington – A new final rule from OSHA is aimed at improving protections for seamen who inform the government about violations of maritime safety laws or regulations. Full Article
ddr BSEE safety alert addresses hazards in fired vessels By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has found “noticeable gaps” in safety regarding fired vessels on a few offshore oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico that “warrant attention to prevent or mitigate uncontrolled releases of hydrocarbons, toxic substances or other materials,” according to an agency safety alert issued Oct. 2. Full Article
ddr DeFazio: Final rule on railroad risk reduction programs fails to address fatigue By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Effective April 20, the Federal Railway Administration is requiring the nation’s largest freight railroads – known as Class I – and smaller freight railroads with “inadequate safety performance” to develop and implement a formal risk reduction program. However, Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR), chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, says the final rule does not fulfill a congressional mandate to address rail worker fatigue. Full Article
ddr OSHA bulletins address respiratory, hearing protection for temp workers By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — Staffing agencies and host employers share responsibility for protecting temporary workers from respiratory and noise hazards, according to separate bulletins recently released by OSHA as part of its Temporary Worker Initiative. Full Article
ddr OSHA updates FAQs to address particle sizes and N95s By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — In an effort to dispel “incorrect claims” about the efficacy of N95 respirators to protect wearers against COVID-19 infection, OSHA has added a section on respirators and particle size to its series of answers to frequently asked questions on protecting workers from exposure to the coronavirus. Full Article
ddr New OSHA fact sheet addresses silica rule for general industry, maritime By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Washington — OSHA has published a fact sheet intended to help employers comply with the agency’s standard on worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica (1926.1153) for general industry and maritime. Full Article
ddr Free webinar to address hazcom standard By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2013 13:49:00 -0400 Annandale, VA – A webinar about requirements in OSHA’s newly revised Hazard Communication Standard has been scheduled for July 25. Full Article
ddr StratorSoft Announces Integration With Domo to Address the Unique Needs of the Physical Security Industry By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400 In an era where data-driven insights are increasingly crucial, the physical security domain has yet to fully leverage the abundance of available data. Full Article
ddr HID Helps BMA International Address POS Fraud With Optical Fingerprint Readers By www.sdmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 BMA International and its technology partner, Technowave International LLC, determined that the HID DigitalPersona 4500 Fingerprint Reader met all their requirements. Full Article
ddr Workplace Bullying and Violence: Addressing Threats in Today’s Work Environment By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 Written by J. J. Keller’s human resources experts, this free white paper delivers proven strategies for identifying, documenting and addressing unacceptable employee conduct. Download it now and promote a safe, respectful workplace! Full Article
ddr Nursing organizations launch campaign to address safety and health issues By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Silver Spring, MD — The American Nurses Association, in partnership with the U.S. Public Health Service chief nurse officer and the University of North Carolina and University of Washington schools of nursing, has launched a campaign with initiatives that include addressing industry concerns such as workplace violence and safe and appropriate staffing levels. Full Article
ddr Addressing the ‘what-ifs’ of workplace violence By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Is your worksite ready to respond to an incident? Experts offer advice. Full Article
ddr OSH policies a ‘direct entry point’ for addressing workplace violence, ILO says By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Geneva, Switzerland — Around 20% of workers worldwide have reported some form of violence or harassment, according to a recent report from the International Labour Organization. Full Article
ddr Address mental health in the workplace By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Take time this month – and all year round – to promote awareness of worker well-being. Full Article
ddr Workers want employers to do more to address mental health impacts of pandemic: survey By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 San Francisco — Around half of workers say their employer isn’t doing enough to address the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the results of a recent survey conducted by Total Brain, a mental health and brain performance platform provider. Full Article
ddr Addressing changes in the utilities industry By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:01:00 -0400 How have the products used by utilities workers in recent years evolved to address changing demographics and working conditions? Full Article
ddr New guide addresses burnout in the health care industry By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — NIOSH has published a step-by-step process for improving the mental health of hospital health care workers. Full Article
ddr Construction industry ‘must address root causes’ of worker mental health issues: CPWR By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Silver Spring, MD — Nearly 1 out of 5 construction workers report having anxiety or depression, and the overwhelming majority of them haven’t sought expert help, a new report shows. Full Article
ddr Using technology to address crane hazards: New report from NSC By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — The National Safety Council has published a new report highlighting technology solutions that have the potential to reduce the risk of injury and death when working in and around cranes. Full Article
ddr Addressing hazards with AI technology By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 What are the biggest health and safety hazards to people today that AI technology can solve? Full Article
ddr OSHA hazard alert addresses rise in injuries in food processing By www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Washington — A new hazard alert from OSHA is aimed at increasing awareness and ensuring actions are being taken to reduce the “alarming number” of serious, preventable injuries in poultry, meat and other food processing establishments. Full Article
ddr Goode Health Launches Ultimate Wellness Blend to Address Nutrient Hunger Gap By www.preparedfoods.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Now available to consumers after an extensive research and test pilot phase, the smoothie blend comes in two flavors, Moroccan Chocolate and Vanilla Spice, both of which can be customized with up to four boosters: immune support, metabolism, vascular and recovery. Full Article
ddr Changes to the 2017 TCNA Handbook Address a Wide Spectrum of Issues By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 The TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation is scheduled to be released in April. Full Article
ddr Commission makes nearly 20 legislative recommendations to address Indiana’s behavioral health needs By ifp.nyu.edu Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:49:53 +0000 The post Commission makes nearly 20 legislative recommendations to address Indiana’s behavioral health needs was curated by information for practice. Full Article Infographics
ddr Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Advancing Health Equity through Interventions to Prevent and Address Housing Instability (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) [First Estimated Application Due Date: Dec 2024] By ifp.nyu.edu Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 03:42:59 +0000 The post Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Advancing Health Equity through Interventions to Prevent and Address Housing Instability (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) [First Estimated Application Due Date: Dec 2024] was curated by information for practice. Full Article Funding
ddr Addressing integration in the organization of palliative care in belgium: a multilevel ecosystems approach using the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) method By ifp.nyu.edu Published On :: Sat, 02 Nov 2024 10:06:19 +0000 Palliative care is becoming an essential component of healthcare, but there is insufficient research on how integration across different levels of care (micro, meso, and macro) is realized in practice. Without… Read the full article › The post Addressing integration in the organization of palliative care in belgium: a multilevel ecosystems approach using the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) method was curated by information for practice. Full Article Open Access Journal Articles
ddr What to expect from Putin's Address to Federal Assembly on September 30? By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:42:00 +0300 Putin's Annual Address to the Federal Assembly is scheduled for September 30. Kremlin sources say it will become even more historic and globally important than the 2014 address for the return of Crimea. Mass media and experts make their own suggestions about the content of Putin's speech that he is going to deliver to the Federal Assembly on September 30. There are a number of versions: Full Article Russia
ddr Putin's 2024 Address to the Federal Assembly: Ukraine, the West and new major social projects By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:22:00 +0300 On Thursday, February 29, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered his annual Address to the Federal Assembly. In the beginning of the speech, he touched on the topics of the special military operation in Ukraine, relations with the West, strategic stability, and later proceeded to announce a number of new national projects, changes in economic and social sphere. About special military operation Putin recalled that 2024 marks the tenth anniversary of the "legendary Russian Spring.” "The love that the people living in Crimea and new regions share for their homeland evokes pride," Vladimir Putin said. Full Article Russia
ddr Putin addresses the nation: 'The truth is on our side' By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:19:00 +0300 On Monday, September 30, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the nation with a speech to commemorate the Day of Reunification of Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics, as well as the Zaporizhzhya and Kherson Regions with Russia. When congratulating citizens of Russia on this "truly fateful event," he said that Russia had not abandoned "its brothers and sisters" in the Donbass region. The Russian Federation is the historical homeland of the Donbass, he said. Russia tried to achieve a peaceful resolution to the gravest conflict, but "the negotiations ended up with lies, forgery and deception on the part of Western elites that turned Ukraine into their colony, a military base aimed at Russia," the Russian leader added. Full Article Russia
ddr imageHOLDERS addresses post-pandemic concerns with touchless self-service solutions for ViewPoint Feedback By www.retailtechnologyreview.com Published On :: imageHOLDERS’ bespoke kiosk technology has helped ViewPoint Feedback develop a new range of touchless self-service solutions - ensuring customers, employees, patients and students continue to leave vital real-time responses. Full Article Kiosk Technology
ddr How to Address a Letter By people.howstuffworks.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:20:02 -0500 In this age of electronic communication, the art of letter writing has all but been lost, but the knowledge necessary to address an envelope is something we all should certainly possess. Full Article
ddr Gov’t May Expand Scope of E-7 Visa to Address Labor Shortage in Shipbuilding By world.kbs.co.kr Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:25:03 +0900 [Economy] : Prime Minister Han Duck-soo says the government will consult with the justice ministry and consider expanding the scope of the E-7 visa for professional workers, if the shipbuilding industry deems it necessary. Han made the remark during a news conference on Wednesday when asked how the government plans ...[more...] Full Article Economy
ddr Domestic Violence Is The Number One Driver Of Homelessness For Women In LA County— Why Is It Rarely Addressed In Policy? By www.scpr.org Published On :: Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:23:00 -0700 A homeless encampment is pictured at Venice Beach, on June 30, 2021 in Venice, California, where an initiative began this week offering people in homeless encampments a voluntary path to permanent housing.; Credit: FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images Julia Paskin | AirTalkThe majority of unhoused women across the nation — 57% according to recent data — say domestic violence is the direct cause of losing their permanent home. In L.A, almost 40% of women who are homeless say they’ve experienced abuse in the last 12 months. The choice they’ve been forced to make: Stay in danger with their abusers — or escape, with nowhere to go. “It’s like jumping from a burning building but there’s no net to catch you,” said Nikki Brown, a survivor and advocate. There are many, complex reasons why survivors become homeless. Shame is one of them. Yet studies show that one in three women experience some form of intimate partner abuse in their lives. So why don’t we talk about it more? “It's the greatest secret that's super common and nobody wants to admit it,” said Brown. “There are so many complicated circumstances that make it really hard to leave. And when you can't leave, that element of shame and blame is the thing that makes it so hard to talk about.” Today on AirTalk, we’re learning more about reporter Julia Paskin’s series Pushed Out, on domestic violence and homelessness in Los Angeles. Do you have an experience you want to share? Give us a call at 866-893-5722. Guests: Julia Paskin, KPCC producer and reporter who created the “Pushed Out” series; she tweets @JuliaPaskinInc Amy Turk, CEO of Downtown Women’s Center, which advocates and offers services for women experiencing homelessness and formerly homeless women; she tweets @AmyFTurk Nikki Brown, staff attorney at Community Legal Aid SoCal, where she has clients that are domestic violence survivors This content is from Southern California Public Radio. View the original story at SCPR.org. Full Article
ddr Britney Spears Is Headed To Court To Address Her Conservatorship. Here's What To Know By www.scpr.org Published On :: Wed, 23 Jun 2021 04:20:15 -0700 #FreeBritney activists protest outside the Los Angeles Superior Court during one of Britney Spears' hearings this April.; Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images Anastasia Tsioulcas | NPRPop star Britney Spears hasn't been in charge of her personal life or her finances for 13 years — that's how long she has been in a court-dictated legal arrangement called a conservatorship. But on Wednesday, the artist will be speaking directly, albeit from a remote location, to a Los Angeles Superior Court judge about her situation. What exactly she intends to say in her appearance and what her goals might be are anyone's guess. Before then, here's a quick look at what conservatorships are and why they exist, the specifics of Spears' arrangements, the #FreeBritney movement and what Spears and others have said publicly — and privately — about her conservatorship. What is a conservatorship, and why does one get put in place? Typically, legal and financial conservatorships are arranged for people who are unable to make their own decisions in their own best self-interest, such as in the case of an elderly person or someone with some kind of cognitive impairment. Why does Britney Spears have one? The exact reasons that the 39-year-old Spears is under a conservatorship have not been publicly disclosed. She lost her autonomy 13 years ago, in 2008, after apparently suffering a mental health crisis. During the time that Spears has lived under this arrangement, though, she has released four albums (two of which, 2008's Circus and 2011's Femme Fatale, achieved platinum sales); appeared as a judge on both The X Factor and American Idol; and had a four-year residency in Las Vegas that reportedly grossed close to $138 million. Those accomplishments don't exactly line up with the typical profile of someone unable to look after themselves. What does Spears' conservatorship cover? Essentially, it controls all the major aspects of Spears' life, including decisions regarding her financial, medical and personal well-being. The conservators also oversee visitation arrangements with her two teenage sons, who are under the full custody of her ex-husband, Kevin Federline. According to Forbes, Spears' current net worth is around $60 million. Who controls Spears' conservatorship? Up until recently, both the financial and personal arms of the conservatorship were controlled by Spears' father, Jamie Spears. In 2020, her lawyer, Samuel D. Ingham III, stated in a filing that Spears "strongly opposed" her father as conservator and that she refused to perform if he remained in charge of her career. Spears asked the court for her father to be suspended from his role as conservator. (He had temporarily stepped away in 2019 for health reasons.) In February, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Brenda Penny overruled an objection from Jamie Spears to having a third party help look after his daughter's financial affairs. A wealth-management company, Bessemer Trust, is now a co-conservator for the financial side of Spears' situation. But Jamie Spears is still the main conservator for all other aspects of Spears' arrangement. Why is Spears planning to talk to the court now? Back in April, Spears' legal team asked Penny to allow her to speak to the court directly about the conservatorship, and they agreed that June 23 would be the date for this to happen. At the time, Ingham did not disclose why Spears wants to speak or what she intends to say. Has Spears ever asked for the conservatorship to end? Up until now, Spears has never voiced a desire for the conservatorship to be removed completely — at least not publicly. In a court filing, she has stated that the conservatorship "rescued her from a collapse, exploitation by predatory individuals and financial ruin" and allowed her to "regain her position as a world class entertainer." But on Tuesday afternoon, The New York Times reported that it had obtained confidential court records that purport to show that Spears has opposed the conservatorship privately for years. The Times quoted a 2016 report from a court investigator assigned to Spears' case, in which the investigator wrote that Spears told her that the conservatorship had "become an oppressive and controlling tool against her" and that she wanted the arrangement to end quickly. According to the Times, Spears told the court in 2019 that the conservatorship had forced her into a stay at a mental health facility, as well as into making public performances against her will. The article further reported that the conservatorship had dictated Spears' friendships, her dating life and her spending habits, even preventing her from refinishing kitchen cabinets according to her taste. As early as 2014, the article states, Spears wanted to consider removing her father from his prime role in the conservatorship, citing his reportedly heavy drinking. Does Spears herself support the #FreeBritney movement? Certain Spears fans have organized themselves into a grassroots movement — #FreeBritney — to help Spears regain autonomy over her life. The dynamics between Spears and her dedicated #FreeBritney fans are murky, as are her various declarations on social media. In a court filing last September, her lawyer, Ingham, wrote: "At this point in her life when she is trying to regain some measure of personal autonomy, Britney welcomes and appreciates the informed support of her many fans." On the other hand, Spears to date has never publicly asked to be released from the conservatorship and regain her autonomy — which is the main goal of #FreeBritney. A very sympathetic New York Times television documentary, Framing Britney Spears, debuted on FX in February. The project reckons with the way the media, comedians and the music industry itself characterized Spears during her ascent to global fame and during her later, very public struggles — and it also profiles some #FreeBritney activists. After it aired, Spears wrote on Instagram: "My life has always been very speculated [sic] ... watched ... and judged really my whole life !!! ... I didn't watch the documentary but from what I did see of it I was embarrassed by the light they put me in ... I cried for two weeks and well .... I still cry sometimes !!!!" Some #FreeBritney supporters don't believe Spears writes her own Instagram messages, leaving them to speculate about the pop star's true feelings. But Spears reportedly told TMZ in April that she writes her own captions. What's next for Britney Spears? Unclear. In an Instagram video posted last week, a visibly jittery Spears professed to be answering fans' most burning questions, including her shoe size and her favorite business trip (answer: "a trip to Italy [to] Donatella Versace. ... She fined [sic] and dined us"). The last question Spears put forward to herself was a crucial one: Would she ever return to the stage again? "I have no idea," she said. "I'm having fun right now. I'm in transition in my life, and I'm enjoying myself." Copyright 2021 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. This content is from Southern California Public Radio. View the original story at SCPR.org. Full Article
ddr Overhaul of Government Public Health Infrastructure, New Partners Needed to Address Nations Health Challenges By Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2002 06:00:00 GMT As the recent spread of West Nile virus and the anthrax scare of 2001 dramatically illustrate, America faces a variety of new health challenges in the 21st century, along with a number of persistent problems, such as racial disparities in health status and care delivery. Full Article