being Is Morris Chestnut Really In The New 'Being Mary Jane' ?! By www.bet.com Published On :: Wed, 7 Feb 2018 16:05:00 EST New to the all-star cast! Full Article Being Mary Jane
being As 'Being Mary Jane' Ends, A New Series Sexes Things Up By www.bet.com Published On :: Tue, 2 Apr 2019 11:52:34 EDT "As one sage ends, another begins..." Full Article Being Mary Jane
being Eric Holder Is Recognized for Being an American Leader By www.bet.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2016 20:00:00 EDT Eric Holder sends special thanks to his family. Full Article BET Honors Eric Holder
being Golden State Warriors Player Andrew Wiggins Gets COVID-19 Vaccine After Being Denied Religious Exemption By www.bet.com Published On :: Mon, 4 Oct 2021 18:36:02 EDT Coach Steve Kerr made a statement. Full Article Sports News COVID-19 vaccine Andrew Wiggins
being Alleged Scam Results In 18 Former NBA Players Being Arrested On Federal Charges By www.bet.com Published On :: Thu, 7 Oct 2021 15:50:15 EDT They were allegedly involved in a health care scam. Full Article Sports News
being National Library Week Being Held On April 8-12 By bernews.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:39:46 +0000 The Bermuda National Library has invited the public to celebrate National Library Week from April 8th to 12th. A spokesperson said, “Celebrate National Library Week with us from April 8th -12th. Immerse yourself in the enriching world of knowledge and community. Limitless learning at your fingertips all for free with your library card! National Library Outreach […] Full Article All Entertainment #BermudaBooks #BermudaGovernment
being BPS: Report Of Woman Being “Blown Off” Cycle By bernews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jan 2016 18:04:11 +0000 The police are urging the motoring public to “drive and ride with caution as the winds are presently very high,” adding that “there is already one report of a woman being blown off of her cycle.” A police spokesperson said, “The motoring public should be advised to please drive and ride with caution as the […] Full Article Accidents and fires All News #Jan2016HighWinds #Offbeat #Weather
being Snake Euthanized After Being Found In Sandys By bernews.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:49:11 +0000 A snake sighted in Sandys — which is believed to be a non-venomous Pueblan milk snake — was “humanely euthanized,” the Department of Environment and Natural Resources has confirmed, adding that the “introduction of snakes to the island’s natural environment could potentially be extremely harmful.” A spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources […] Full Article All Environment News #Animal #Offbeat #Snakes
being ‘Minibuses Being Driven In A Dangerous Manner’ By bernews.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Jun 2024 17:14:04 +0000 The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they are “aware of a video recording being circulated on social media, depicting what appear to be two minibuses being driven in a dangerous manner and at a high rate of speed.” A police spokesperson said, “Dangerous or reckless driving is unacceptable under any circumstance. However, the size of […] Full Article All News #SocialMedia #Traffic
being Between 4 And 6 Collisions Being Reported Daily By bernews.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:37:15 +0000 There are “between 4 and 6 RTCs being reported daily,” and the police are urging people to “slow down, always drive sober, do not drive when stressed or tired, put your phone down and please wear your seatbelt and fasten your helmet.” Acting Superintendent Robert Cardwell said, “By design, it was hoped that increased traffic […] Full Article Accidents and fires All News #Collision #Traffic
being What To Do in Case of Psychic Attack or of Being the Victim of Malevolent Spell By robbby-robinson.blogspot.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:57:00 +0000 Being a relatively visible public Witch, I get plenty of requests for spells, which I politely decline to do. I tell people two things: One is that it's best to create one's own spells rather than have someone else cast them. The other is a caution against performing any magic that would interfere with the free will of another. The exception to that would be a binding of someone else, making them unable to do further harm. If you believe someone has put a negative spell on you (usually called a hex), here are a few things you can do to protect yourself, and possibly reverse the spell.First, purify your person. Take a shower, or better yet, soak for a while in hot water containing sea salt, bath salts, or Epsom salts. Allow the salt and water to neutralize any negativity within yourself; think of this as you soak. Let any contamination be washed away with the water spiraling down the drain, out of your house and out of your life. Drink lots of water to wash out your insides. Wash your hair, brush your teeth, put on clean clothes. You may also wish to drink mint tea or another tea that you find refreshing.Second, purify your dwelling. Dust, sweep, vacuum, tidy up, polish. Air out the rooms. Wash the windows with a mild solution of vinegar and water. This allows purifying sunlight and moonlight to illuminate the room as well as making the glass more reflective to deflect unwanted energies.[1]Circulate through the rooms where you live with sage or other purifying incense, making sure to fumigate everywhere -- stairways, closets, underneath stairways, basement, attic, garage if attached. If your dwelling is one that you can circumnavigate, you may wish to walk all around the outside of the building wafting this smoke.Then mix salt and water and sprinkle it around the house. As with the incense, do this around the outside of the home, too, if you can. Be sure to cense and sprinkle all openings to the outside -- doors and windows, of course, but also skylights, electrical outlets, heating vents, chimneys, ventilator hoods, toilets, and sink, tub and shower drains. Also do this to mirrors.While you're doing these things, speak the words, "With Earth and Water I purify this space," and "with Fire and Air I consecrate this space," because that's exactly what you're doing.[2]Third, ward your space. If you're the witchy sort, trace a protective pentacle with the salt water on all doors, windows and mirrors. Rosemary grows in abundance where I live, so I like to use a sprig of it to sprinkle the salt water. Then I like to leave rosemary sprigs on all the window sills.When you've done all these things, take a step back, be very quiet, look around, listen and note how different your space feels to you now.You may also wish to perform these acts at other places where you spend a lot of time, such as work, if you can.One last thing you may want to do, although it's not as easy and practical as the rest. You may wish to hang little mirrors in the windows or on the outside of the building to reflect away negativity. The mirrors aren't really necessary; they're just extra insurance, if you will. You should be fine just doing the other things I've recommended.Now envision yourself within a bubble. Project this bubble around you and around your home. Nothing can pass through the membrane that has not been invited by you. Anything unwelcome bounces off the bubble. Build a strong image of this bubble in your mind. If you have a small object, maybe a clear quartz crystal or a piece of rosemary, that reminds you of this visualization, carry it in your pocket or keep it someplace handy. You can't be expected to hold this image in your consciousness all the time. But if you have this object, then at times when the image has faded and you feel you need to reinforce your working, take it out and look at it and touch it to reawaken your sense of your protective bubble.As with all magic spells, you needn't stick with the formula offered here. If other ingredients call to you or other actions spring from you, trust your intuition and go with them.These are my recommendations. For another approach, here's a Lemon UncrossingSpell (to break a curse). I have never tried this so I can offer no assurance of its efficacy.[1] For a super-duper heavy cleansing of a home, say if you're just moving in after someone else has been living there, and if you have the time, get some dragon's blood incense and burn it on a piece of charcoal in a container left in the bathtub or shower. As soon as you light it, leave and let it fumigate the entire house. You don't want to breathe much of this stuff. Then return a few hours later and open all the windows to let out the dragon's blood fumes.[2] Some additional things you can do to cleanse a new or dirty home: Walk throughout the rooms with noisemakers, rattles, a drum to frighten off unwanted spirits. Do this before censing and sprinkling. After censing and sprinkling, ring a little bell at the windows and mirrors. Full Article Attack Being Malevolent Psychic Spell Victim
being This call is being recorded for quality. By onfundraising.blogspot.com Published On :: Sat, 15 Dec 2007 09:34:00 +0000 Call center technology is constantly improving. Most modern call-centers record at least some portion of the conversations they initiate. Who listens to these recordings. And what eventually happens to them?What does this mean for charitable solicitations?A typical call for me starts something like this;Me: Hello I'm Henry calling from XXX organization on behalf of the Save the Giant Sequoia Tree foundation. Hows it going today Mr X?Mr X: Fine, how are you today?Me; I'm good thanks for asking, not a lot of people do. (this gets a chuckle as often as not, and its true.)Me: Mr X, I'm going to try to keep things quick today but first I do need to know that this call could be monitored and is recorded for my quality.Mr X: Ah go ahead the damn government is recording everything we say anyway....Conversations can go into anywhere from a mild rant against the Bush administration to an all out call for violence made in jest, typical stuff you might hear on The Bill Mahr show. But what the Donor may not realize is that that conversation doesn't necessarily go away, ever.Ive done fundraising for organizations like the Democratic National Committee, The A.C.L.U and the Human Rights Campaign. At the start of each call we inform donors that their call could be recorded to ensure quality control.A.C.L.U donors are the most likely to hang up the phone at that point caring too much about their right to privacy to allow themselves to be recorded.But what about the callers who don't hang up? Ive spoken to extremely opinionated people whohave pulled no punches when it come to their opinion on the current presidential administration, the war on terror, and other highly charged issued.Politicians have been cursed threats have been made as well as off color jokes.Could this information be used against a person?With the warrant-less wiretapping that we know is going on in this country,how smart is it for organizations to save recordings of people?Donors tend to say anything to an anonymous fundraiser on over the phone. But is it really anonymous. Do the donors have a right to know what becomes of their voice recordings.I think that call-centers, especially in the fundraising industry, should have a published policy on what they will and will not do with Donor's information, including voice recordings.Technology and political realities have raced beyond past practices. Its time for call-centers to catch up.What I can tell you as a professional fundraiser is that.You have the right to end the conversation at any time, although I and your organization wish you wouldn't.You have the right to request more information about where I'm calling from and what my particular call-center will do with any of your information, including recordings of your voice. ( If your the curious type this might be fun to do anyway)The Front-line people who call you, me, have no control over when or why you are called; its all done by computer.The national no call-list has little bearing on non-profits, or their agents, (me). Call-centers that do fundraising have their own internal do-not-call lists; ask to be on it and we are obligated to put you on it. You should also let your charities know, by phone, or in writing, that you don't want to be called, or to have your name sold or traded to other organizations.Reputable fundraisers charge a flat fee per call. Yes or no, we get the same amount for making the call. It doesn't have to be this way however, Some fundraising agents can keep 80% (or more!) of the revenue a solicitation campaign generates. You have the right to know just what those percentages are; if the person you are speaking to doesn't know, ask for a supervisor. Some states also have laws that obligate fundraising groups to send a written copy of this information to any donor that asks, you'll need to contact your attorney general's office to see if your state is one.Last note; Federal law prohibits us from recording your credit card information, this is the one part of the call that isn't recorded.I hope this quick rundown of the issues stirs some discussion. Ill follow up with more on telephone fundraising in the coming days. Full Article abortion aclu fbi fundraising government hrc human rights campaign iraq naral non-profits privacy reproductive healthcare war on terror wiretapping
being The Shadow Team Gets Roasted For Being Shady During The Iowa Caucus By cheezburger.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 07:00:00 -0800 Meet the Shadow team in charge of developing an app meant to help tally the votes from the Iowa caucus on Monday night. The purpose of the app was to help the process run more smoothly, but in the end it proved to be a complete and utter disaster, as precinct chairs supposedly couldn't get the app to actually work, in turn causing a delay in reporting.The delay was blamed on "inconsistencies" in reporting, but honestly, who really knows what the truth is.The team is reportedly run by people who worked on Hilary Clinton's presidential campaign in 2016. Additionally, 2020 candidate Pete Buttigieg's campaign paid the tech firm over $40,000 in 2019 leading many to suspect foul play.But this is America, and we can't possibly have problems with corruption, right?As of right now, we still don't have all the results from the caucus, so while you continue to anxiously refresh the New York Times page, have some hot Twitter takes on the people (rats) behind Shadow, Inc. Full Article shady political shadow funny memes presidential election Iowa reaction memes corruption
being One year after Pulse Nightclub tragedy, new NFPA standard for preparedness and response to active shooter and/or hostile events being developed By www.nfpa.org Published On :: 13 Jun2017 19:37:24 GMT As the nation marks the one-year anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub massacre in Orlando this week, a group of experts on active shooter/hostile incident response will assemble at National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) headquarters to develop NFPA 3000, Standard for Preparedness and Response to Active Shooter and/or Hostile Events. It is expected that the initial standard will be completed by early 2018; then the public will have the opportunity to offer input for immediate review. Full Article
being Empathy in Action: Techniques to Strengthen Relationships and Well-being By www.lifehack.org Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:26:40 +0000 Empathy is one of those quiet superpowers that can reshape our lives for the better. It isn’t flashy, but it has an impact everywhere—from our closest relationships to the way we interact at work, and even how we perceive our broader society. For example, consider a parent who takes the time to understand their child’s ... Read more The post Empathy in Action: Techniques to Strengthen Relationships and Well-being appeared first on LifeHack. Full Article Lifehack Relationships
being Home not Housing. Engaging with wellbeing outcomes By lx.iriss.org.uk Published On :: Wednesday, August 12, 2015 - 12:14 Home not Housing was one of five Scottish Universities Insight Institute programmes on Wellbeing. A set of ideas workshops explored the concept of ‘home’ from the perspectives of various academic disciplines – housing, planning, social work, healthcare – in order to develop a common vocabulary that will better inform policies relating to house-building, home-working, home-care and general place liveability. This blog records the discussions and findings of the workshops. Full Article
being Resilience and wellbeing in people living with dementia in relation to perceived attitudes in their communities By lx.iriss.org.uk Published On :: Friday, November 20, 2015 - 14:28 This is a paper produced as part of the PROP2 (Practitioner Research: Outcomes and Partnership) programme, a partnership between the Centre for Research on Families and Relationships (CRFR) at the University of Edinburgh and Iriss that was about health and social care in Scotland. This paper was written by Geraldine Ditta from Alzheimer Scotland who participated in the PROP2 programme. People living with dementia are at risk of becoming socially isolated and disconnected from their local communities. Reactions from others on being told someone has dementia can have a significant impact on the person with dementia’s sense of self. This study sought to explore the perceptions of people with dementia in relation to attitudes within their communities and how they subsequently respond. Semi-structured interviews were carried out to examine how they feel about their lives with dementia. Full Article
being 'Baby Yoda' Is Charming The Internet For Being So Damn Cute By cheezburger.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 16:00:00 -0800 New Disney+ Star Wars TV series The Mandalorian premiered on Tuesday and people haven't been able to stop tweeting about "Baby Yoda." Can you blame them? He's just so goddamn cute. The catch here is that Baby Yoda isn't actually Yoda at all, but rather of the same species. Either way, people are positively freaking over him, and we don't blame them. Full Article twitter adorable disney star wars cute funny tweets
being These are 5 industries being propelled by 3D printing By inhabitat.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Aug 2023 20:26:59 +0000 When 3D printing first took off, it was difficult to imagine how diverse the field would grow. Nowadays, the realm of additive manufacturing is growing daily. In particular, five sectors are advancing rapidly as a result of developments in additive manufacturing. These are healthcare, food, fashion, motorsports and aerospace. Based on estimates, it is believed that soon these industries will incorporate 3D printing as a key component of their operations.[...] Full Article Fashion food 3D printing Technology 3d printing technology aerospace healthcare
being Chemist Giacinto Scoles, 'a superb scientist and an even better human being,' dies at 89 By www.princeton.edu Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:47:42 -0400 Physical chemist Giacinto Scoles, Princeton’s Donner Professor of Science, Emeritus, died in Sassenheim, the Netherlands, on Sept. 25 with his wife of nearly 60 years at his side. He was 89. Full Article
being Thank You For Being With Us! By www.rssground.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2018 11:23:09 +0000 From the very first days, RSS Ground was built based on our users’ needs, suggestions and requests. Our users is our main driving force, the core of RSS Ground. And for the majority of our users, it’s a Thanksgiving this week. We always prepare a gift for Thanksgiving and this year we will continue this […] The post Thank You For Being With Us! appeared first on RSSground.com. Full Article RSS Ground News
being Fewer Black men are enrolling in HBCUs. Here's why and what's being done By www.npr.org Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 The absolute number of Black men enrolled at Historically Black Colleges and Universities is the lowest it's been since 1976. Full Article
being Classic British films by Pressburger and Powell being showed at Jerusalem Cinematheque By www.jpost.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 04:22:38 GMT Their movies feature lush cinematography (whether in color or black-and-white), passionate romances that are all the more affecting because the characters are so very British. Full Article cinema film hollywood Jerusalem Cinematheque
being British teen hospitalised after being ‘wiped out’ by a paraglider while eating at a restaurant in Turkey By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2024-11-12T10:09:25+00:00 The 15-year-old’s mother thought her daughter was dead after the paraglider collided with her Full Article News & Advice Travel
being FEMA Worker Being Scapegoated for Denying Hurricane Aid to Trump Supporters Says It was Agency Policy in Florida and The Carolinas By sonsoflibertymedia.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:15:36 +0000 The FEMA official who was just fired for telling workers to avoid homes impacted by the hurricanes in Florida if they had Trump signs says that it was not “isolated” and that FEMA workers were instructed to do it in the Carolinas too. (X) The American people must get justice. Indict and convict. So, apparently this … Full Article Commentary Videos
being How many of us will end up being diagnosed with ADHD? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:36:40 GMT Experts suggest that the number of people with ADHD is actually going to remain steady. Full Article
being 'We are not military - why are we being hit?' By www.bbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 06:12:09 GMT In the Lebanese city of Nabatieh, Orla Guerin meets hospital patients and medics vowing to stay despite Israeli strikes. Full Article
being How Jersey's World Cup dream is being forged down under By www.bbc.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 07:23:14 GMT How some of Jersey's best cricketers have moved to Australia to try and help their chances of making the T20 World Cup. Full Article
being Why luxury cheese is being targeted by black market criminals By www.bbc.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 08:58:48 GMT How cheese has become so valuable that it's being stolen to order Full Article
being Trump In Second Video Update Says He ‘Learned A Lot’ About Covid Since Being Diagnosed By hispolitica.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Oct 2020 04:05:27 +0000 President Trump tweeted a second video update from Walter Reed Medical Center on Sunday, stating his personal positive diagnosis have been a “very interesting journey,” and that he learned a lot about COVID-19. pic.twitter.com/0Bm9W2u1x7 — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 4, 2020 “So it’s been a very interesting journey. I learned a lot about COVID. […] The post Trump In Second Video Update Says He ‘Learned A Lot’ About Covid Since Being Diagnosed appeared first on Hispolitica. Full Article President Donald Trump Coronavirus covid-19 Dr. Sean Conley Judd Deere president trump Walter Reed National Military Medical Center White House
being How a hologram is being used to solve a sex worker's murder By www.bbc.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 01:22:20 GMT The fatal stabbing of a Hungarian teenager, killed shortly after she gave birth, has baffled police for 15 years. Full Article
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being Battle lines being drawn over online freedoms in Asia By www.chathamhouse.org Published On :: Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:52:57 +0000 Battle lines being drawn over online freedoms in Asia Expert comment NCapeling 22 March 2021 Social media giants are increasingly clashing with Asian governments over free expression and censorship as the region lurches towards digital authoritarianism. Freedom of expression was subject to significant restrictions in Asia even before the pandemic, with several governments having enacted laws that stifle online debate. But since COVID-19, restrictions have increased even further due to a rash of so-called ‘emergency measures’ introduced by governments across the region. Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam have all put new laws into place, and many restrictions are already being applied in a draconian fashion, such as in the Philippines and Bangladesh. As outlined in a new Chatham House research paper, one inspiration behind this trend is China, home to the world’s most sophisticated and restrictive system of internet control. The Chinese government’s restrictive online regime, which has tightened further under COVID-19, relies on a combination of legal regulations, technical controls, and proactive manipulation of online debates. The Chinese government is exporting both its technology – such as through the establishment of smart cities, the installation of AI, and surveillance technology – and its vision of how the internet should be governed This model was an inspiration for Vietnam’s cybersecurity law, as well as Myanmar’s new draft cybersecurity bill, proposed by the Military-run State Administration Council in the wake of the military coup last month, which would give the military there extensive powers to access individuals’ data, restrict, or suspend access to the internet. This ‘sovereignty and control’ model of internet governance is also gaining impetus through China’s ‘Digital Silk Road’ initiative, under which the Chinese government is exporting both its technology – such as through the establishment of smart cities, the installation of AI, and surveillance technology – and its vision of how the internet should be governed. In November 2020, Xi Jinping pledged to further deepen cooperation with ASEAN through the Digital Silk Road, and the pandemic has expanded the appeal of Chinese surveillance technologies and data collection platforms to governments both in Asia and beyond. China’s Health Silk Road, which aims to promote global health cooperation, is centered on the Chinese government’s high-tech model under which civic freedoms are sacrificed in the name of public health. An alternative model This ‘sovereignty and control’ model is increasingly at odds with the more ‘human-centric’ model of tech governance favoured by many democratic states, Western social media companies, and international institutions, especially the United Nations (UN) and European Union (EU). Although this emerging model also involves regulation, it is regulation which aims to be inclusive, risk-based, and proportionate – balancing the need for protection against online harms with the need to preserve freedom of expression. It is a multi-stakeholder, rights-based approach which brings together not just governments but also representatives of the private sector, civil society, and academia. The EU’s draft Digital Services Act and the UK’s proposals for an Online Safety Bill are both reflective of this approach. Western social media giants such as Facebook and Twitter have recently introduced new policies which seek to identify and mitigate online harms, such as hate speech and disinformation. Industry bodies such as the Global Network Initiative, independent oversight bodies such as the Oversight Board established by Facebook, and civil society advocacy and initiatives such as the Santa Clara Principles on Transparency and Accountability in Content Moderation are also an important part of the picture. This ‘sovereignty and control’ model is increasingly at odds with the more ‘human-centric’ model of tech governance favoured by many democratic states, Western social media companies, and international institutions Admittedly, these various digital governance initiatives are in some cases embryonic, and are by no means a silver bullet solution to the complex problem of online content moderation, which continues to be hotly debated in democratic societies. But they are at least underpinned by the same philosophy – that international human rights law standards must continue to apply even during emergencies such as COVID-19. With the Biden administration in the US prioritizing tech governance in its policy agenda, there is added momentum to the international leadership behind this model. A clash of ideology These conflicting philosophies are playing out in debates on technology governance at the UN, with one group of countries led by China and Russia advocating for greater government control of the internet, and many Western democracies emphasizing the need for an open, global internet that protects human rights. These differing ideologies are also creating tensions between Western social media companies operating in Asia and the various governments in that region which have increased restrictions on online expression. And the gulf between the two appears to be widening. In 2017, the Thailand government threatened Facebook with legal action unless it agreed to remove content critical of Thailand’s royal family and, in 2020, Facebook announced it had been ‘forced to block’ such material. Also in 2020, the Vietnam government pressured state-owned telecom companies to throttle internet traffic to Facebook, effectively restricting access to the platform, until Facebook agreed to take down content the government deemed to be anti-state. Subscribe to our weekly newsletterOur flagship newsletter provides a weekly round-up of content, plus receive the latest on events and how to connect with the institute. Enter email address Subscribe Platforms refuse to silence legitimate criticism However, Silicon Valley’s social media companies have also been pushing back. Facebook restricted the accounts of Myanmar’s military on the basis of ‘spreading misinformation’ in the wake of the military’s imposition of an internet shutdown that blocked access to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. And Twitter resisted requests by the Indian government to block accounts involved in protests by farmers. Twitter stated that while it would block any accounts which it felt incited violence, it would not take action on accounts belonging to news media entities, journalists, activists, and politicians because it believed that would ‘violate the fundamental right to free expression under the Indian law’. The Indian government responded by fast-tracking stringent new social media regulations heavily criticized by rights groups for increasing government power over content on social media platforms, including online news. So how can social media companies find avenues for operating in Asia and beyond without being co-opted into the lurch towards digital authoritarianism? There are no easy answers here, but collaboration is key. Cooperation between tech companies and local civil society partners can help companies better understand risks to human rights in the country concerned and how they might be mitigated. And tech companies are more effective in alliance with each other than acting on their own, such as the refusal by Facebook, Google, Telegram, and Twitter to hand over data on protestors to the Hong Kong police. Twitter stated that while it would block any accounts which it felt incited violence, it would not take action on accounts belonging to news media entities, journalists, activists, and politicians The fact that in many countries in Asia there are no alternatives to Western social media companies – unlike China, where platforms such as WeChat are part of the government’s internet control apparatus – gives the companies concerned some leverage. In February 2020, Facebook, Google, and Twitter together – through the Asia Internet Coalition – threatened to leave Pakistan in response to the government’s draconian proposals to regulate social media. Along with pressure and lawsuits from civil society, this forced the government into retreat, although the tussle over the new rules, introduced in November, continues. At a time when illiberalism was already on the rise in Asia (including in democracies – Freedom House has just downgraded India’s status from ‘free’ to ‘partly free’), COVID-19 has made tighter state control of online freedom of expression even more attractive to many governments. As it seems increasingly unlikely that restrictions enacted under the guise of pandemic-related emergency measures will be repealed once the COVID-19 crisis ends, it is even more important that tech companies work with civil society on the ground to minimize the censorship of citizen voices. Full Article
being Humana and 18F-FDG PET/CT: Another Sequel to the Injustice of Being Judged by the Errors of Others By jnm.snmjournals.org Published On :: 2020-11-13T12:38:57-08:00 Full Article
being To be there when the picture is being painted [Protein Structure and Folding] By www.jbc.org Published On :: 2020-11-20T00:05:59-08:00 There is nothing quite like the excitement of discovery in science—of finding something no one else knew and seeing a story unfold. One has to be part of an emerging picture to feel the elation. These moments in a lifetime are few and far between, but they fuel enthusiasm and keep one going. They are embedded in struggles and joys of everyday life, years of establishing what Louis Pasteur called “the prepared mind,” working with mentors, trainees, and colleagues, failures and successes. This article recalls 1) how I got to be a biochemist; 2) my contributions as an educator and researcher, especially regarding meprin metalloproteases; and 3) my participation in communities of science. Perhaps my reflections will help an aspiring scientist see how fulfilling a career in science can be. Full Article
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being Asthma Drug Still Being Prescribed to Kids Despite Potential Mental Health Risks By www.scientificamerican.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:00:00 GMT The allergy and asthma drug montelukast, also known as Singulair, can cause psychiatric side effects—and researchers aren’t sure why Full Article Health Pharmaceuticals Mind & Brain Mental Health
being Democracy is being tested. Citizen assemblies can help | Ketakandriana Rafitoson By www.ted.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:49:03 +0000 How can everyday people help foster and protect democracy? Detailing her work fighting for people power as an activist in Madagascar, Ketakandriana Rafitoson discusses how citizen assemblies — meetings where ordinary citizens get educated about democracy — empower communities to protect their rights, debate important civic questions and take action to create a brighter future. Full Article Higher Education
being Self-Care Practices for Maintaining Mental Health and Wellbeing By www.whatispsychology.biz Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:21:56 +0000 Millions of Americans suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. And yet, many do not even know about the countless self-care practices for maintaining mental health and wellbeing. We will uncover some of the most effective practices for dealing with these issues. Let’s jump right in. #1: Regular Physical Activity Exercise is a […] The post Self-Care Practices for Maintaining Mental Health and Wellbeing first appeared on What is Psychology?. Full Article Abnormal Psychology Cognitive Psychology Psychology News Social Psychology mindfulness newsnow self care for mental health self-care practices for maintaining mental health
being Teacher: I Was Fired for Being Gay. Now It Can't Happen to Anyone Else By www.edweek.org Published On :: Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling was a victory, but it doesn’t take away the hurt of losing my students in a cold February, writes Brett Bigham. Full Article Oregon
being The Hope and Despair of Being an Oklahoma Teacher By www.edweek.org Published On :: Wed, 28 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000 After the midterm elections, Oklahoma teacher Amanda Becker reflects on the future of teacher activism in the state. Full Article Oklahoma
being Family farmers' market being held in FAO headquarters Atrium By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 16 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT Family farming is inextricably linked to national and global food security. Both in developing and developed countries, family farming is the leading form of agriculture in food production. Family farmers [...] Full Article
being More than 100 Professional vacancies at FAO being issued By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 02 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Over 100 professional vacancies are in the process of being released and opened for applications. They cover mainly technical areas of work in headquarters and regional offices. In addition, global calls [...] Full Article
being Richard Saul Wurman, Creator of TED Conference: "I Hate Being Spoken To" By www.smithsonianmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0000 Richard Saul Wurman, the founder of the popular speaker series, shares his ideas for how to make learning more interesting Full Article
being Thiebaud on Being a Pop Artist By www.smithsonianmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0000 The artist discusses where his work fits among the many genres of painting Full Article
being David Burnett on Being a War Photographer in Vietnam By www.smithsonianmag.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0000 In the years before digital cameras, the process of getting shots from the field to the printers was incredibly complicated and dangerous. Video by Adam Grossman | Good Dog Media Full Article
being Legacy of Indigenous soldiers now being preserved in northwestern Alberta By www.cbc.ca Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:00:00 EST A researcher in Grande Prairie, Alta., has undertaken a project to ensure past Indigenous soldiers and veterans are recognized for their sacrifices in both world wars. Full Article News/Canada/Edmonton
being Blues' Holloway visits team's practice facility day after being hit in neck by puck By www.cbc.ca Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:48:39 EST St. Louis Blues forward Dylan Holloway was back at the team's practice facility Wednesday and appeared to escape serious injury a day after being struck in the neck by a puck and leaving the ice on a stretcher against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Full Article Sports/Hockey/NHL
being iPhones on iOS 18.1 will automatically reboot and lock down after being idle for a while By appleinsider.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 17:03:38 +0000 A hidden feature in iOS 18.1 will automatically reboot a locked iPhone when it is asleep but hasn't been unlocked for a while, presumably as a security measure.The feature has been identified as an "inactivity reboot," and is similar to a feature found on Macs. The Mac version, known as "hibernation mode," saves the state of the device to disk when put to sleep, in case the power fails or the battery runs out before the user can return to the machine.By flushing the last state of the device, iPhone users are better protected from forensic searches by law enforcement or other entities. The change also makes it more difficult for anyone to break into the device using brute-force or other methods.The reboot timer is not reliant on charging or network functions, and is only tied to inactivity since the last unlock. This means the reboot will take place after a period of time, even if network connections are not maintained. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Full Article
being Being a brick in a new house By www.om.org Published On :: Fri, 06 Apr 2018 12:44:18 +0000 After completing the teachers training course, a young Zambian goes to Malawi where he serves as a father figure for 15 children. Full Article