 Guardian Books (@GuardianBooks)22/07/2011 03:19 PM Poetry Society annual meeting ends in no confidence vote http://gu.com/p/3vmzt/tf |
Scratches to Sketches
Friday, 22 July 2011
Arts Council Funding and Poetry
Vodka and heat don't mix!
 TIME.com (@TIME)22/07/2011 03:20 PM Bad heat = bad air | http://ti.me/qOLOEs |
The State of Publishing in Canada: Stormy Waters Both Sides
What's going on? Technology pushing forward...
 Greg MacEachern (@gmacofglebe)22/07/2011 09:38 AM Rebecca Eckler with an interesting glimpse into the state of Canadian publishing today http://t.co/q0I8DDV via @npbooks |
Public Libraries and The Mayor of Toronto and His Short Sightedness ... Mr Ford you need a brain transplant?
Sounds as bad as Borders closing down. Maybe the world will destroy books by burning too.
Who in this world would ever vote for someone like Mr. Ford?
I am sure this short brained fellow is not using his short brain!
Torontonians with children. Get on your bike and petition!
 Margaret E. Atwood (@MargaretAtwood)22/07/2011 10:56 AM Here is direct link to the @torontolibrary petition http://t.co/hPNMV8P to stop closure & privatization. Thanks to all, pass it around.. |
Another Google technology to get you where you want to go!
This is a great way to plan your stay in London!
 Grace Ioppolo (@ProfShakespeare)22/07/2011 12:02 PM Android users: explore London's streets in 3D following an update to the Google Maps application: http://t.co/aSKuaII |
Poetry for midlife! Why poetry?
What is it about poetry that gives meaning. Is it the words or is it the bridge between words and rhythm? Poetry goes beyond prose to imbed mathematical and auditory cues to words giving it a three or multi-dimensional quality. Poetry I like paintings or photos with depth of field. Enjoy Stephen Fry's pointer ====>
 Stephen Fry (@stephenfry)22/07/2011 07:51 AM Winning poems from @activagersUK midlife poetry competition announced http://t.co/EckeBNO |
What is Spam in the Art World? Is Sham / Spam Art Real Art?
Art does not have to translate into value, money, worth. It's defined by space-time and it's uniqueness gives it a role! Art is about roles and meaning, nit necessarily excellence, value, beauty. That's the thing about art it is totally subjective, while at the same time it is not something very objective. Art is not an object, but rather a fleeting expression of something that gives meaning and has a role, be it frequently small!
One can say a museum or art gallery should have standards, and then impose them. That is not to say, however, that any given acquisition is not art in the broad sense of the word. It would be quite sad not to have the ugly to compare beauty against. We need bad art as well as good art. We need to make comparisons. We need galleries full of stuff we don't particularly like, because that adds to our identification of who and what we are. Indeed, we also need tolerance of bad art so that we can point to a more refined direction in which the artist might be attracted!
Fact is, we are attracted to light. Art is like a light that draws us towards enlightenment. That this may not be excellence or beauty is interesting! We need also to understand why some people are drawn towards darkness and ugliness.
People often will say that a piece of art looks like junk. Denny Coates says that art can be divided into the groups of art and sham art.
I don't like to always be a contrarian, but, perhaps, it's not so easy as Denny makes out, and that's the whole point.
I don't appreciate Denny's vantage point because it seems to me to follow a utilitarian view concerning art.
No art that you don't like is just that. It just is! You may think a line drawn in the sand is not art, but that's only your viewpoint given you are inside your brain viewing it with your eyes. The same line to another being whether human or not may have meaning.
And, that's where I am going with this! Art is something that conveys meaning. Art is a medium of communication and interaction with the dimensions to which we belong.
So sorry, Denny, what is crap to you may have little utility, but to another sentient being be full of meaning! A worms meal, perhaps, or a fly's dinner!
 DennyCoates (@DennyCoates)22/07/2011 10:19 AM Ever stood in front of museum "art" and thought a grade-schooler could have done as well? Story... http://t.co/IF4sq9d #culture |
@DennyCoates, 22/07/2011 10:50 AM
| DennyCoates (@DennyCoates) 22/07/2011 10:50 AM "Art and sham Art - It's Important to Know the Difference" - article on my blog http://t.co/IF4sq9d #beauty |
Wooh joins the Twitter World @wuhlax
Expect also moves to Facebook and Google+ .... It's all part of change. Follow commentary on @wuhlax and communicate directly.
@HumanClouds, 22/07/2011 06:01 AM
 HumanClouds (@HumanClouds)22/07/2011 06:01 AM @Apple moves to enterprise? http://t.co/jvnPypb @fastcompany #abouttime |
@wwnorton, 21/07/2011 12:10 PM
Remember the great writers of the past from Canada! Those lost bois souls!
 W. W. Norton (@wwnorton)21/07/2011 12:10 PM Happy Birthday, Ernest Hemingway: http://bit.ly/qWlUh7 |
Thursday, 21 July 2011
Cameron refuses to deny discussing BSkyB bid with News International | Politics | guardian.co.uk
Very dangerous waters to be sailing in! It seems likely that all the big issues between the press and politicians could be done independently of formalities. It's party stuff, slap on the back, whose your best friend these days, etc. It would be naive to think that awareness of anothers money does not buy influence... that autobiography or the speeches that gleen fortunes on retirement from political office. It's not a question of short term contrivances but long term investments in people and strategies for wealth arising from the printed and spoken word over a good stretch of time!
http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2011/jul/20/bskyb-david-cameron-news-international?
Raging Inequality May Cause Unrest and Violence | The Big Picture
A very perceptive commentary on American politics since the country was formed out of revolution. The two facts that should worry any community are it's inequality and it's widespread distribution of firearms. Revolutions occur after tipping points that push people to act. The big gamble is that they remain ignorant to the real forces that cause them grief!
http://www.ritholtz.com/blog/2011/07/raging-inequality-may-cause-unrest-and-violence/
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Rebels Move Toward Gadhafi Stronghold - WSJ.com
Freedom for Libya is just a matter of time and effort by those opposed to the nepotistic dictatorship!
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424053111904233404576458154035344420.html?mod=djemTEW_h
Friends of the Earth: Coalition set to break promise to be 'greenest government ever', says Jonathon Porritt : Current year : Green Economy news
Is anyone there! Hello! Anyone home? Hello! Can you hear me?
http://www.foe.co.uk/news/greenest_government_ever__30665.html
Friends of the Earth: Bonn climate talks show lack of ambition : Current year : Climate Change news
Who even knew they were occurring? Sad!
Rising wheat prices raise fears over UK commitment to biofuels | Environment | The Observer
Will this help the people starving in the Sudan and Somalia?
http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2010/sep/05/wheat-price-fears-over-biofuels
Biofuel demand in US driving higher food prices, says report | Environment | guardian.co.uk
Are we surprised by this? No! Will it help in the Sudan?
http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2011/jul/19/biofuel-demand-us-fuel-prices?&CMP=EMCENVEML1631
How Repetitive Foods Can Mean Weight Loss – TIME Healthland
He likes the food but it is the same each day! Beans on toast!
Apple Rolls Out OS X Lion, Faster MacBook Airs, Kills MacBook - Techland - TIME.com
Not surprising that we now have an iPad competitor from Apple! Do they ultimately fulfill different roles? Is the keyboard so different from touch! Do you really want a mouse? Do laptops need to undergo a fundamental transformation?
Astronomers Discover Habitable ExoEarth Orbiting Binary Star - Technology Review
Searching for another earth? What are your chances of finding one? Why are you on this one, anyways? Why were you not on some other earth like planet in another galaxy?
Massive Black Hole Smashed Into Milky Way 10 Million Years Ago - Technology Review
For those interested in the idea that our galaxy is not one but, at least, two galaxies?
http://www.technologyreview.com/blog/arxiv/27007/?fb_ref=article
Better Fuel Cells Using Bacteria - Technology Review
How do we emulate our own biological nature to create more horse power?
FBI Arrests 16 "Anonymous" Hacking Suspects Nationwide
In a world shaped by open communication networks, we have Anonymous, but not for long?
Our freedoms depend on fair dealing and honesty, but who is working to reveal the cheaters and dishonest!
In London England, we see an unhealthy relationship developed between the police and reporters. Why?
What should we expect in a world where terrorism exists as much fictional as real?
History and Design of the Bathroom Part 6: Learning from the Japanese : TreeHugger
How badly designed are western culture toilets within the home? What lessons has western culture missed regarding bathing?
Bjarke Ingels talks Hedonism Sustainability : TreeHugger
What is hedonism sustainability? How does it fit in with designing a community lifestyle habitat? What should we be concerned about in planning long term development of our surroundings and community development?
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/04/bjarke-ingels-talks-hedonism-sustainability.php
Cycling Across Scandinavia: You Don't Have To Be A Starchitect Ambulance Chaser To Be Impressed : TreeHugger
Well! Well! Who would think that the Toronto waterfront projects would connect with cycling in Scandinavia!
Tuesday, 19 July 2011
More Evidence that Exercise Is Key to Brain Health – TIME Healthland
Of course, exercise, especially walking, helps remove toxins of many forms!
The British press and the phone hacking scandal: Why David Cameron is not about to resign as prime minister | The Economist
The 2012 olympics! Ho hum! Where did you say they were?
http://www.economist.com/blogs/bagehot/2011/07/british-press-and-phone-hacking-scandal-6
From the archive: Tory scourge, Labour's inspiration | The Economist
Makes one think seriously about the power of the press!
http://www.economist.com/blogs/blighty/2011/07/archive&fsrc=nwl
Europe's banks: Ignoring the obvious | The Economist
A fuller test is obviously needed as Greece plunges into the abyss!
http://www.economist.com/blogs/schumpeter/2011/07/europes-banks&fsrc=nwl
UK banks dragged into eurozone crisis as global markets take fright | Business | The Guardian
Seems we are another step closer to a massive world depression! If only there were a way to climb out of the trap made from past mistakes in monetary and fiscal policy.
We are mired in an unfair world economy in which banks and borrowers are subsidized while working people are laid off. The screw has turned and we will see negative consequences.
It's not a question of possible steps toward what a world central bank could accomplish, it's a question of massive maturity mismatch and the mathematics of business cycles!
Having made monstrous policy mistakes, there is no easy exit like waving a magic money wand!
Another Top Police Official Resigns in British Scandal - NYTimes.com
Ed Miliband with his dogged approach towards fighting the Murdoch Empire resonated stupendously with the British Public who have moved politically as a block because he had hit upon a hidden truth!
Cameron would do well to resign!
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/19/world/europe/19hacking.html?_r=1&nl=todaysheadlines&emc=tha2
Monday, 18 July 2011
Why GOP vows to block Obama nominee for consumer-watchdog agency - CSMonitor.com
Go figure! It's really hard to get into the mindset of a nut case political party that the Republicans have become. Seems they are moving towards the extremes of irrationality!
How to Invite all Your Facebook Contacts to Google+
Now you will get confused as to who is where?!
http://www.shoutmeloud.com/how-to-invite-all-your-facebook-contacts-to-google.html
Why Fighting Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs Is So Stupid - Ecocentric - TIME.com
That's the word I used about five times! It suggests that some Republicans are sabotaging intelligence or the use of it!
Obama Is Missing - NYTimes.com
America is in deep sh....!
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/11/opinion/11krugman.html?src=ISMR_AP_LO_MST_FB
Head of Scotland Yard Quits Over Tabloid Scandal - NYTimes.com
The British Prime Minister was obviously a close friend of Ms Brookes! What next? We see who plays what part in this scandal which only seems to get juicier as time progresses and more information is revealed. It is like stripping off....
Sunday, 17 July 2011
Saturday, 16 July 2011
Hinton and Brooks Resign From Murdoch Organization - NYTimes.com
The list of resigning executives grows long!
Friday, 15 July 2011
Libyan rebels capture demoralised Gaddafi troops | World news | The Guardian
Use of mercenaries and promises of Libyan citizenship, but what are the facts?
Phone hacking prompts Australian debate over Murdoch's power | Media | The Guardian
Too much power results in corruption of the worst order as we are seeing!
http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2011/jul/14/australia-media-inquiry-phone-hacking?intcmp=239
FBI to investigate News Corporation over 9/11 hacking allegations | World news | guardian.co.uk
It could get much worse! What is Murdoch not revealing?
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/jul/14/fbi-news-corp-hacking-claims?CMP=EMCGT_150711
Thursday, 14 July 2011
British Columbia Man Faces Six Months in Jail for Growing Food : TreeHugger
When the upholding of an outdated or irrational bylaw makes the community behave like an ass! Or worse!
Republican bill to ban energy-saving lightbulbs fades | Environment | guardian.co.uk
Boo hoo!
I am neither Republican or Democrat just an observer. But, Republican credibility is a great as who they propose Americans to vote for and the ludicrousness of their latest thinking on serious environmental and economic issues! They do need help of the fundamental form.
We can all wonder at the mad hatters that put together Republican environmental policy which is full of stupid ideas, YES! stupid stupid stupid stupid ideas! Stupid people producing stupid ideas!!!
What creepy crawly hole does the minimum brain of these ideas come from. They are so damaging to the Republican cause as to create wonder and amazement that people could be so blind to the obvious needs of the sensitive people and fragile world they live it.
Well, let's just light up a cigarette and vote Republican! Maybe American will become a one party nation if the stupidity of the policy makers at the Republican headquarters continues unabated.
Obama is a shoe in!
Is This the Beginning of the End of the House of Murdoch? - TIME
Murdochs! Do you think they are financially and technically fit, but perhaps ethically and criminally suspect?
http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,2082885,00.html
Debt ceiling: With irresponsibility comes power | The Economist
Cut taxes as Bush did and raise debt when the tax cutting fails to raise taxes? The republican fiscal policy makes no mathematical sense. Have the Republicans lost their spreadsheet or are their algorithms flawed. Seems like grade two math that the Republicans failed to master!
http://www.economist.com/blogs/democracyinamerica/2011/07/debt-ceiling
A security breach at Booz Allen Hamilton: Hackers strike at a foe | The Economist
Who is worse Booz Allen or the hackers? Many find that Booz Allen has lost it's moral compass! If it ever had one?
http://www.economist.com/blogs/schumpeter/2011/07/security-breach-booz-allen-hamilton?fsrc=nwl
Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis: Sheer Panic; EU Revives Default, Buyback Ideas; New Strategy Coming "Shortly", No Timeline Set; Here's a clue: They are Clueless
Germany's attitude to debt forgiveness is interesting given what happened in the 1920's! At that time France refused to forgive Germany's debt, and look at the consequences!
Would Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Ireland ever become fascist states outside the EU? Unthinkable or likely?
No our best bet is massive default, a few really big bank failures, and countries paying their way afterwards?!
How long can the IMF now keep the illusion going that people will tolerate unreasonable transfers of wealth to unscrupulous banks. It is not thinkable as a sustainable international monetary policy.
Banks need to shrink, the big implode happen and shareholders in banks take a massive loss for their sins!
Big bangs have to have big implosions or have we forgotten the cyclical physics!
http://globaleconomicanalysis.blogspot.com/2011/07/sheer-panic-eu-revives-default-buyback.html
Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis: University of California Economist Bradford DeLong is Blind: "I Don’t See Any Argument Against QE3"
US monetary policy has not got a good reputation. We must all ask why there is so much crap in the monetary policy?
http://globaleconomicanalysis.blogspot.com/2011/07/university-of-california-economist.html
Cyclebabble - James Randerson & Peter Walker | Guardian bookshop
A good book for cycling enthusiasts!
http://www.guardianbookshop.co.uk/BerteShopWeb/viewProduct.do?ISBN=9780852652305
US politicians demand phone-hacking investigation after 9/11 claims | World news | The Guardian
Wonder if key executives phones were hacked. What about insider insider insider insider trading by hacking phones of key business people or politicians. Who knows or knew what? Are any cell phones safe? Should we not all get more security?
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/jul/13/us-senators-phone-hacking-inquiry?intcmp=239
Bill Gross: Google+ Will Get 100 Million Users Faster Than Any Service In History
And, you won't join because that would mean you have no control!
http://www.businessinsider.com/bill-gross-google-will-get-100-million-users-2011-7
Journalists’ tears replaced by anger - FT.com
We will obviously see this play out in the future press as wickedness spawns more wickedness! Murdoch is doomed to pay a very high price for such infamy along with those who knew what low hand and illegal tricks were being played on an unsuspecting public!
http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/26c8ca90-a8d5-11e0-b877-00144feabdc0.html#axzz1S4qWThFb
The Murdoch empire at bay: Digger in a hole - FT.com
It is a puzzle!
But, having heard and read reams of stuff about how immoral News of the World had become, I see hypocrisy throughout.
I put it down to the post Solviet period or post cold war period in which people let their standards drop. It was a period similar to that after the First World War.
Be warned that such letting down of the social fabric of society results in ..... Worse!
http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/cc8759f4-a99a-11e0-a04a-00144feabdc0.html#axzz1S4qWThFb
J.K. Rowling is just fabulous
I can't believe my autocorrection would change JK Rowling's name! It was not to Harry! JKR has revolutionized the reading world and set in motion the technologies and laws to the many freedoms we authors need to protect.
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/4b145788-a98f-11e0-a04a-00144feabdc0.html#axzz1S4qWThFb
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