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The Payback Girls
Gr 9 Up–Meghan is doing her best to fit in at a new school after a traumatic and disastrous junior year at her old school. This is easier said than done; she’s attending a wealthy private school as both a scholarship student and one of the few Black students in the school. She thinks that dating star athlete Nate Walker will make things easier, but it only makes her a target of the wealthy, white “in” crowd. Then it comes out that Nate is dating two other girls as well.
After Seven Months of War – What Comes Next? - Joanna Harris
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After Seven Months of War - What Comes Next?
It has been over seven months since the massacre on October 7th. So much has happened since then and the war is still going on. Since October 7th, The IDF has made a ground invasion into Gaza where many underground tunnels have been destroyed. At the moment, The IDF is operating in Rafah (southern Gaza). This week a video was released of IDF female soldiers being captured by Hamas terrorists at the Nahal Oz army base, close to the border of Gaza. The video is difficult to watch.
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117 Days of War
I cannot believe it has been 117 days since the October 7 massacre and 117 days of war. So much happened on that day and so much has happened since then. When the massacre occurred on October 7, thousands of Hamas terrorists crossed the border into Israel from Gaza. I woke up at 6am on that morning (as usual) and followed the chain of events as it happened. I was having breakfast when I suddenly heard rocket sirens at 6:30am in the morning, I instinctively knew that something was wrong.
A Month of War
It has been over a month since the Hamas massacre where 1,400 civilians were killed, and 240 hostages were taken to Gaza. Since the massacre, a barrage of rockets has been launched at southern and central Israel from Gaza. In total 9,500 rockets have been launched at Israel from Gaza. If Israel did not have the Iron Dome and sophisticated technology, things would be very different right now. A ground invasion is happening in Gaza and Israeli troops have entered Gaza City.
Israel’s Resilience – ‘Israesilience’ - Joanna Harris
This time in my life has taught me the importance of strength and staying resilient. Indeed, this is what Israel is known for, its resilience, or also known as ‘Isresilience’. I do not know any other country that has been through as many wars as Israel and can still stay resilient. The country is facing one of its toughest wars yet with over 300,000 army reservists called up, over 1,400 civilians dead and over 240 civilians taken hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza.
Halloween for Pets
Spooky season is upon us, and there’s lots of great books for every reading and scare level. For animal lovers, there are many Halloween books featuring pet protagonists. This list features some of the cutest ones, as well as some more traditional thrills and chills. — by Joanna Harris, Teen services coordinator, D.C Public Library Picture Books “Boo Bark!” by Kathryn Selbert This is the ultimate picture book for kids who love Halloween and dogs.
A Reflection on the Last 3 Weeks of War
It has been three weeks since the horrific massacre at southern Israel by the terrorist group Hamas. The last three weeks have felt like an emotional rollercoaster but have gone by so quickly and a lot has happened. Since the attack, Hamas have launched a barrage of rockets to southern and central Israel. A rocket hit a building in the central city of Rishon LeZion this week.
A Reflection on the Last 3 Weeks of War - Joanna Harris
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Coping In This Stressful Situation
This past week and a half has probably been the most stressful time for me since moving to Israel and making Aliyah. It has taught me the importance of giving to others and not taking things for granted. It has also taught me about dealing with stress and coping in a stressful situation. Everybody deals with stress differently and everyone is in a different situation. I want to clarify that this is a general guide to dealing with stress. People deal with stress differently.
After the horrific Hamas attack - Joanna Harris
It is five days after the horrific Hamas attack on Saturday, where Hamas terrorists from Gaza crossed the border into Israel. After crossing into Israeli territory, Palestinian gunmen started randomly shooting partygoers at a music festival in the desert. They also ransacked Kibbutz Be’eri in the south, taking residents hostage and torching homes of the Kibbutz while the families were still inside. While this was happening, there was a constant barrage of rockets launched from Gaza into Israel.
After the horrific Hamas attack
It is five days after the horrific Hamas attack on Saturday, where Hamas terrorists from Gaza crossed the border into Israel. After crossing into Israeli territory, Palestinian gunmen started randomly shooting partygoers at a music festival in the desert. They also ransacked Kibbutz Be’eri in the south, taking residents hostage and torching homes of the Kibbutz while the families were still inside. While this was happening, there was a constant barrage of rockets launched from Gaza into Israel.
How the Hamas Attack Unfolded - Joanna Harris
At 6:30 am on Saturday 7 October 2023, rocket sirens were heard across Israel, including in Ramat Gan where I live. It took me a second to realize what was happening and that there were rocket sirens at 6:30am in the morning but luckily I wake up at 6am every morning. Once the sirens had stopped, I found out in the news that a barrage of rockets had been fired from Gaza into Israel. I also found out that Hamas terrorists from Gaza had crossed the border into Israel by land, sea and air.
The Two Sides of Golda Meir
Golda Meir is the only female prime minister of Israel and in some ways she is one of the country’s most misunderstood leaders. People have different opinions of Golda, whether it might be as Israel’s ‘Iron Lady’. Or, it may be as Israel’s safta in the kitchen baking cakes. Or even just simply being a chainsmoker. Either way, these views are all contradictory but in some way they are all Golda.
How the Hamas Attack Unfolded
At 6:30 am on Saturday 7 October 2023, rocket sirens were heard across Israel, including in Ramat Gan where I live. It took me a second to realize what was happening and that there were rocket sirens at 6:30am in the morning but luckily I wake up at 6am every morning. Once the sirens had stopped, I found out in the news that a barrage of rockets had been fired from Gaza into Israel. I also found out that Hamas terrorists from Gaza had crossed the border into Israel by land, sea and air.
Disibility Pride Month: 7 Books to Inspire and Educate
July is Disability Pride Month, so we are highlighting some of our favorite titles featuring young people with different kinds of disabilities. We also encourage you to check out DC Public Library's Center of Accessibility-or your local DMV library's accessibility services-to access books in braille, talking books, assistive technology, ASL classes and more.
Operation Shield and Arrow – What Did and Did Not Happen - Joanna Harris
A five-day military operation against Islamic Jihad in Gaza has ended, as a ceasefire has been brokered by Egypt. This was a military operation that dragged on and the ceasefire is only for the short term, it will not last. The war started after a Palestinian prisoner on a hunger strike died, leading to a barrage of rockets........ © The Times of Israel (Blogs) visit website
Springtime for Families: 9 Books to Celebrate the Season
Spring is a time for celebration, whether it’s Easter, Passover or Eid, or just the excitement of warmer days and new things growing. Grow your child’s love of reading with these seasonal selections that highlight the joys and adventures of spring. Picture Books “We’re Going on an Egg Hunt” by Martha Mumford, illustrated by Laura Hughes Go on an Easter egg hunt from the comfort of your favorite reading nook with this lift-the-flap story.
Is Itamar Ben Gvir Playing with Fire?
Itamar Ben Gvir visited The Temple Mount this week after being advised not to by Benjamin Netanyahu. He is the first minister in Netanyahu’s new government to visit The Temple Mount. Itamar Ben Gvir recently met with The Prime Minister to discuss postponing the visit for a few weeks. He reportedly did not listen and still went ahead with the visit, despite being advised not to.
Let Robbie Williams Entertain Israel
British singer Robbie Williams is coming to Israel in June 2023 to perform. The UK pop star is performing at the beginning of June in Yarkon Park in Tel Aviv as part of the music festival – Summer In The City. The festival is due to be held 31 May to 1 June 2023 and Williams will be headlining the festival. Fellow Brit Sam Smith and US rapper Machine Gun Kelly are also performing in the planned two-day music festival.
Holocaust Education Through Social Media
The Holocaust is taught in History or Religious Education lessons in schools, and on trips to Poland. Maybe even watching the film Schindler’s List. Now the Holocaust is being taught outside the classroom on social media through platforms like Tiktok. What I am referring to specifically are the short videos that are being posted on Tiktok by Gidon Lev, who is a Holocaust survivor living in Israel.
Will Isaac Herzog’s Visit Improve the Relationship between Israel and Bahrain?
Israel’s president, Isaac Herzog, recently visited Bahrain. The historic visit is the first official visit by an Israeli president to Bahrain. This is the first visit since Israel normalized ties with Bahrain two years ago, in 2020 as part of the US-brokered Abraham Accords. During Herzog’s two-day trip, he was welcomed by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and met with Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani.
Will Isaac Herzog’s Visit Improve the Relationship between Israel and Bahrain? - Joanna Harris
Israel’s president, Isaac Herzog, recently visited Bahrain. The historic visit is the first official visit by an Israeli president to Bahrain. This is the first visit since Israel normalized ties with Bahrain two years ago, in 2020 as part of the US-brokered Abraham Accords. During Herzog’s two-day trip, he was welcomed by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and met with Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani.
Child Protection Law in Ontario
Child Protection Law in Ontario is a practical guide that provides a clear and accessible review of child protection law in Ontario. The book begins with an overview of the history of child protection law in Ontario, as well as a review of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, and is extensively footnoted to leading authorities and relevant case law.
An infection control link nurse network in Residential Aged Care: Innovation in collaboration
The COVID-19 pandemic was declared in Australia in early 2020. Concerns related not only to the impact on the acute care sector but also the residential aged care sector (RACF). Early in the pandemic, COVID-19 outbreaks in RACF had devastating outcomes.
World Bank Integrity Vice Presidency Continues Robust Enforcement in 2020 | JD Supra
On October 8, 2020, the World Bank Group (“WBG”) issued its Sanctions System Annual Report for the fiscal year 2020 (the “Report”), detailing the WBG’s efforts to investigate and adjudicate allegations of sanctionable practices by firms and individuals in WBG-financed contracts. In the fiscal year 2020, the WBG temporarily suspended 30 firms and 8 individuals and debarred 46 firms and individuals.
CultureVulture Oakland Archives - CultureVulture
Dorothea Lange Digital Archive Oakland Museum of California Emily S. Mendel Art & Architecture September 9, 2020 Oakland, "The good photograph is not the object, the consequences of the photograph are the object. So that no one would say, how did you do it, where did you find it, but they would say that such things could ... Queer California: Untold Stories Oakland Museum of California Emily S.
Highlights of the proposed amendments to Canada’s new divorce act
A bill introduced by Canada’s Minister of Justice in 2018 proposes modernizing federal family law in Canada. Bill C-78 proposes to amend the Divorce Act through its first substantive changes in 30 years, and two other Acts, and make consequential changes to the Criminal Code. Joanna Harris, an associate at Miller Thomson in Canada, discusses the details. Article continues below...
The "Corruption Notebooks" Scandal in Argentina Gets Attention from U.S. Enforcement Authorities | JD Supra
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Competency in FM - part two
Just because someone has been trained in a subject does not mean that they are competent. In FM, formal training is a good start but an operative is only competent when they have acquired sufficient experience and knowledge to undertake an assigned task proficiently, safely and effectively. Competence management is collectively the arrangements to control, in a logical and integrated manner, a cycle of activities within an organisation that will assure and develop competent performance.
Walking Distance Dance Festival
ODC has sponsored the “Walking Distance Dance Festival” June 2-10 to “offer us the opportunity to experience the juxtaposition of different choreographic voices.” (Quote from program notes by Marie Tollon, ODC Writer-In-Residence.) The pieces are short (usually one-hour works) that have been developed in the last two years and address contemporary issues. “Platform,”a duet for Burns and Slender-White, was made in response to the album of the same name by Holly Herndon.
Interview with a choreographing ballerina: Eve Mutso
Eve Mutso defines her work “Unknown” is the following words: “It is said that creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties. I sometimes see life itself as a performance full of uncertainties.
Liss Fain Dance Review | CultureVulture
Liss Fain and her dancers, Sonia Dale, Katherine Hawthone, Megan Kurashige, Shannon Kurashige and Sarah Dionne Woods-Ladue have created an evening of story telling and dance within a unique setting at Z Space. The stories are told with and without musical accompaniment. The set, a tall grey structure with two doors, moves up and downstage. The overall effect is very dramatic and for the most part, very effective.
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