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Top 10 Entertainment News Stories of 2006
The world of entertainment holds great fascination for the young and old alike. It is a magical world with heroes, heroines, and rags to riches stories, romance and more. The year 2006 was full of excitement and of the many eventful happenings the most popular stories followed avidly through all media avenues were:
1. Death of Steve Irwin the crocodile hunter who brought the world close to crocs through his many films and talks. His death by a croc a species he loved and as devoted to shocked the world.
2. Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond was trying to break a land speed record which resulted in a high speed crash. The news of his accident and injuries spread like wild fire.
3. The British comedian Sacha Baron Cohen scored a huge box office hit when he shocked and offended ordinary Americans. He was adjudged as one of the “men of entertainment of 2006.”
4. The guerrilla artist Bansky hit headlines when he dared to replace Paris Hilton CD with his own CD of remixes titled “Why am I famous? And What am I for.”
5. Romance turned sour always interests fans and Sir Paul McCartney’s split with Heather Mills was blockbuster news.
6. The Oscars were swept away by a dark horse a Los Angeles race drama Crash which got a late and unexpected surge of support and overtook hot favorite Brokeback Mountain. The win made headlines and created a buzz.
7. Britney Spears poster featuring a nude and pregnant Britney created a furor after which Tokyo subway officials decided to reverse a ban on display of the posters.
8. A fairy tale romance and marriage means news in Hollywood especially when the couple is Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes. Scientology and a wedding in Italy added spice to the occasion and the wedding was popular news.
9. Oops mistakes happen even at BBC news. In the Apple versus Apple court case interviewed the wrong “Guy” was put in front of the camera. Instead of IT expert Guy Kewney a newcomer looking for a job Guy Goma was put on air.
10. The world looked forward to and enjoyed the new 007 film. The film created such excitement, that even the Queen of England went to see it.
Entertainment news and views vary and choices depend on individual taste. CNN news, Variety, and MSN have showcased online their choices as also a zillion other reviewers. While some based their lists on expert choices or the number of times a news story was read, others conducted online polls.
As always what the rich and famous do is interesting and entertaining as the year drew to a close people in media were busy trying to review the year and present its highs and lows to the discerning public on the World Wide Web. And now, it is time to open our minds and hearts to the year that has dawned and look forward to fulfillment in every way.
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Scotland Crimestoppers helps fight crime
A film made by Scotland Crimestoppers. Scotland Crimestoppers works to publicise Crimestoppers’ 0800 555 111 number throughout Scotland. This film demonstrates the scope of crimes that Scotland Crimestoppers takes information on. Scotland Crimestoppers is part of the UK charity Crimestoppers Trust. Crimestoppers is an independent charity and is not part of the police. Last year (2009/2010) Scotland Crimestoppers received almost 10000 pieces of useful information about crime. To pass on information anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers call 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org Marillion has kindly allowed their song “Whatever is Wrong With You” to be used as the accompanying track and Steve Hogarth the lead singer said: “The band were delighted to help out with this request and appreciate the work of Crimestoppers, supporting any initiative aimed at making our communities safer places.”
On March 22, 2010, at approximately 3:13 pm, three males robbed a man of his cell phone and then assaulted him on the MAX Yellow Line southbound between N. Mississippi Ave. and the Rose Quarter. One of the suspects made a statement about having a gun. The same suspect demanded the victims property, and then assaulted him along with one of the other suspects.
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Watch CSI Crime Scene Investigation Season 11 Episode 1
CSI is back with a new episode. The new episode w?ll b? shown ?n Thursday, September 23 2010 9:00pm ?n WCBS (CBS) ch 380. Before I give a special commentary ?n th?? episode, ?t’s ????ll?nt I give information ?b??t th? TV series ?f CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
Watch CSI Crime Scene Investigation Season 11 Episode 1 – Shock Waves. Episode Synopsis: The 11th season begins with Ray fighting for his life after being stabbed by serial killer Nate Haskell. Meanwhile, a troubled teen (Justin Bieber) gets into an explosive confrontation with CSIs, and a funeral attended by lab members turns deadly.
What is the big news about this episode? Well just read: Multi-platinum teen sensation Justin Bieber will guest-star in the upcoming 11th season premiere of CSI, CBS announced Thursday.
Bieber, whose hits include “One Time” and “My World,” will make his acting debut as “Jason McCann, a troubled teen who is faced with a terrible decision regarding his only brother-a decision that leads him into an explosive confrontation with the CSIs,” the network said. The story will conclude later in the season.
“Every 20 years, a phenomenon like Justin Bieber graces our world. We’d like to believe that the phenomenon of CSI has had the same impact on popular culture,” CSI executive producers Carol Mendelsohn, Don McGill and Anthony Zuiker said in a joint statement. “The opportunity to bring them together in the premiere is a great treat for our audience and all of its new viewers. … We’re looking forward to Justin’s dramatic star turn, not only in the premiere, but in a continuing seasonal arc.”
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (?l?? known ?? CSI: Las Vegas) ?? ?n American crime drama box series, wh??h premiered ?n CBS ?n October 6, 2000. Th? ?h?w w?? produced b? Anthony E. Zuiker ?nd produced b? Jerry Bruckheimer. It ?? filmed primarily ?t Universal Studios ?n Universal City, California.
Stay Tuned for the upcoming CSI Season 11 Episode 1 which will begin on September 23, 2010 on CBS. If you are a fan of Justin Bieber then surely you will love this CSI Season 11 because Justin Bieber is a guest star here. So watch out for this upcoming season 11 of CSI. You will surely like it
CSI Season 11 Episode 1 is directed by Alec Smight and written by David Weddle and Bradley Thompson.
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Crime or tragedy? (Re: “Stopping massacres: what won’t work and what will,” Danish Plan, Jan. 13.) Mr. Danish is perpetuating the fear and terror that has poisoned politics and the quality of life not only here at home, but all around the world.
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Costume Starz TV series “Spartacus: Blood and Sand Spartacus: Blood and Sand” actor, who plays Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield, 38-year-old was diagnosed with cancer today, news is that cancer is detected relatively early, still early, according to his doctor about the possibility completely cured.
Andy Whitfield is currently receiving treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma: “I received very good treatment, very positive feeling very good, thank you for their support.” Starz TV interview CEO also said: “He health is our primary consideration, in a difficult period, we will give him maximum support. “
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Spartacus: Blood and Sand is a Starz television series that premiered on January 22, 2010. The series focuses on the historical figure of Spartacus (played by Andy Whitfield), a Thracian gladiator who from 73 to 71 BC led a major slave uprising against the Roman Republic. Executive producers Steven S. DeKnight and Robert Tapert focused on structuring the events of Spartacus’ obscure early life leading to the records of history. The show has been rated TV-MA for graphic violence, strong sexual content, and coarse language.
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Financial Crime Forum Asia Pacific 2006 – More Confirmed Speakers
London (PRWEB) May 11, 2006
The Financial Crime Forum is delighted to announce further speakers for The Financial Crime Forum Asia Pacific 2006 which takes place in Hong Kong from 5-7 June 2006.
In addition to speakers previously announced (see www.antimoneylaundering.net for press archive) the following have confirmed their attendance.
Daniel “Danny” Glaser, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, US Treasury. Mr Glaser will explain the US Treasury’s strategy for dealing with financial institutions and countries that the US considers to be “of primary money laundering concern” under the USA PATRIOT Act.
Hector Sants, Managing Director, Wholesale and Institutional Markets, Financial Services Authority, UK will present a paper on conflicts of interest and insider dealing.
Claude Colasante, National Manager – Intelligence, AUSTRAC will address the Forum on Australia’s new law and its implementation.
Mr Gholamhossein Davani, managing partner of Iranian Audit and Financial Services firm Dayarayan will explain Iran’s progress towards a counter-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing regime.
Cliff Knuckey, formerly Detective Inspector with the Metropolitan Police specialist counter-money laundering unit SI6 will discuss the problems of identifying terrorists and politicians in a volatile world.
Brian Edwards, Programme Director, Financial Crime Forum Asia Pacific 2006 said, “The speaker panel is unrivalled on any financial crime event anywhere in the world. You can look at the FCF panel and see in depth quality without compromise. We have scoured, and continue to scour, the world for the ultimate quality of speaker and the results speak for themselves.
“Unlike commercial conference companies, the Forum does not accede to demands from vendors of products and services to be allocated speaker slots either for outright payment or as a condition of exhibition or sponsorship – indeed, we have turned down several tens of thousands of pounds-worth of exhibition or sponsorship from companies that were prepared to join the Asia Pacific Fraud, Money Laundering and Compliance Technology Exhibition on condition they were allocated speaker slots in order to maintain the integrity of the speaker panel.”
The Financial Crime Forum Asia Pacific 2006 is the first of four events to be held globally over the next year with the next event being held in Capetown, South Africa, in September 2006.
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Under-utilization of French Graduates in Secondary Schools in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State of Nigeria
Introduction
While the learning and use of English Language was compulsory for Nigerians because of their colonization by the British colonial government, the teaching and learning of French was not significant to Nigerians. The French government was not encouraged by the British because of their economic interest in Nigeria. French is actually rivaled by English as the international language of trade, diplomacy and science.
In Africa for instance, Equatorial Guinea in 1997 declared French as their official language along with Spanish. The small islands of Cape Verde and Sao tome and Principe are also members of La Francophonie and as a result, French is getting more widely spoken there as well. Nigeria shares its borders with francophone speaking countries namely: Chad, Republic of Benin and Cameroun. No wonder in 1996, the late General Sanni Abacha, the former head of state of Nigeria in Ouagadougou declared the new status of French as the nation’s second official language. French as a modern language is spoken, written and used like other modern languages of the world. Therefore for Nigerians to interact effectively with francophone countries locally or internationally, they should be able not only speak the language fluently but also be able to attend international seminars and conferences without much problem. According to Adekunle (1976), the language policy of every country should make provisions for the following areas of communication: Internal communication, international scientific or technical communication. French is one of the international languages most widely used in commerce, scientific and technological research, administration, education, literature etc. With the knowledge of French, Nigerians and Francophone countries will be able to work together in areas of science and technology. This however cannot be achieved if French teachers are not employed or if those employed are not encouraged to teach the language.
Statement of the problem
There is a growing concern about the attitude of Nigerians towards the study of French in our schools. A good number of them are not sufficiently informed about the usefulness of French in our educational system or its importance as an international language. They feel that people should not waste their time studying it. This feeling has often misled some secondary school teachers so much so that they fail to:
(a) Include the subject in the school time-table.
(b) Allow French graduates teach French. Rather preferring them to teach
other subjects.
(c) Assign enough number of periods to the teaching of French.
(d) Provide adequate teaching/learning materials for the teaching of French.
Purpose of the study
Much has been said about the need for French in Nigeria and also the teaching and learning of French in Nigerian educational institutions. That is to say that the importance of French in Nigeria cannot be over-emphasized. The purpose of this study therefore is to:
(a) Find out if French is being taught in secondary schools in Makurdi Local
Government Area of Benue State
(b) Find out if French graduates teach French.
(c) Determine if there are enough teaching/learning materials.
Research Question
The study was to provide answers to the following research questions:-
(1) Is French language taught in your school?
(2) Are there enough French teachers in your school?
(3) Do French graduates teach other subjects other than French?
(4) Are there adequate teaching/learning materials?
(5) Do French teachers attend seminars and workshops?
Significance of the study
The need for French in our secondary schools cannot be over-emphasized. Nigeria’s geographical, economic, diplomatic as well as her educational and research needs makes it imperative for her to give adequate attention and priority to the learning of French. In view of the above it is hoped that this research will throe more light on the importance of French language to our society. It is also hoped that the study will inform education managers on the importance of engaging French graduates fully in teaching French in our secondary schools.
The importance of teaching French in Nigeria
French is one of the world’s greatest languages which is rivaled only by English as the language of international society and diplomacy, a position it has now lost to English. Katzner (1975), records that French is the mother tongue of about 75million people, with millions more familiar with it in some degrees as a second language.
The planning and implementation of a national language on the adoption of French as the nations second official language is of utmost importance. The status of languages forms an important part in language policy in francophone countries. According to Moruwawon (2004), The republic of Cameroon was made up of two former colonies; French and English speaking. The republic consists of eastern Cameroon who were predominantly French while the western Cameroon were English speaking. At present, French and English are today being used as official languages but French is dominating. Bimbo Fisayo an educationist speaking to the Daily Champion African News (2005), stressed the importance of speaking and understanding a second international language, especially the French language. From the above accounts so far given, the real need for French in Nigeria according to Emordi(1986), is Nigeria’s geographical, economic and diplomatic as well as her educational research, makes it imperative for her to give adequate attention to the teaching and learning of the French language. It could be said that the first attempt at the Franco- Nigerian co-operation started from the teaching of French in Nigerian secondary schools. For many years the, the efforts at establishing sound basis for the teaching of French in Nigeria and the provision of facilities in French universities for the “one year abroad” training of students of French in Nigerian Universities remained the hallmark of Franco-Nigerian co-operation. According to Ojo (1997), French would better prepare the Nigerian child who is planning to move into the future with self assurance, hope and sense of belonging. He wil discover that even in the Nigeria of tomorrow, French will serve as a linguistic visa that would open better professional prospects for him.
Like with the teaching of most foreign languages, teaching French in Nigerian secondary schools is not problem-free. Some of these problems are highlighted by Emordi (1986), who complains that there are lack of qualified teachers and teaching materials for effective teaching of the language. Emordi recommends the teaching of only the oral aspect of French.. Asobele (2004), states that for French to succeed in Nigeria, French must be taught as a language of culture. It is therefore of great importance for parents and guardians to allow their children and wards to learn the language as it would open wider doors of opportunities to them. It therefore behooves all of us to speak more than one language. If we can speak an international language like French, definitely we will have certain immeasurable concessions. It will expose us to several meetings and seminars outside the shores of this country.
Methodology
The method used is the survey method. It is descriptive research based on the information gathered through the questionnaire. The population sampled where thirteen (13) secondary schools which were randomly selected in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State where we had French graduates. Thirty-five French Language graduates teaching various other subjects were the respondents to the questionnaire that was administered. Ten principals of secondary schools were also interviewed. Frequency and percentage were used to analyze the data.
Findings and discussions
The study was designed to investigate the extent to which French graduates of secondary schools in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State are under-utilized. The presentation, analysis and interpretation are based on research questions formulated for this study.
Research Question One
Is French taught in your school?
Out of the thirteen school used for this research, French is taught in only six of these schools. 46% of the schools visited indicated that French was taught in their schools while the remaining 54% of the schools did not have French in their school time tables. The six schools that offer French only teach it at their JSS level. From the above analysis one can infer that French is not included in most schools time-table. This is very sad indeed as none of these schools offer it at their SSS level. From the above analysis one could therefore infer that French is not included in the time-tables of most schools.
Research Question Two
Are there enough French teachers in your school?
There are thirty-five French graduates in the thirteen schools visited. This figure shows that there are enough French graduates in these schools. Every year, hundreds of French graduates are turned out into the work market. One then wonders why principals of schools will not include this subject in their time-tables. Ministries of education in each states have to re-educate themselves on the importance and usefulness of French as a subject in secondary schools.
Research Question Three
Are French graduates made to teach other subjects rather than French?
In the schools visited there are thirty-five French graduates. Of the 35 of them, only ten of them which make up 28.6% teach French in their respective schools while the remaining twenty-five which make up 71.4% of the respondents are forced to teach other subjects rather than French..88% of these teachers agree that they regret not teaching French. While the rest which make up 12% of these teachers do not regret their not teaching French.. Reasons given for their not regretting include lack of encouragement by their principals in terms of equipment textbooks and other teaching materials to aid in the teaching/learning of French. The disadvantage in this unfortunate circumstances is that these French graduates lose interest and cannot pursue the course at a postgraduate level. Dusai (1995), in a survey found out that most graduates of French language especially from the colleges of education tends to pursue the alternate subject combination in the university to the detriment of the French language.
Research Question Four
Are there adequate teaching /learning materials in schools?
In the schools where French language is taught, 94% of the respondents agree that there are no adequate teaching/learning materials. The teachers complain that there are no text- books in their libraries. Even in schools where they have very few books, the books are not utilized by the students. None of the schools visited have audio-visual aids. This lack of text-books and equipment hinders effective teaching and learning of the French language which in turn hinders motivation of the teachers.
Research Question Five
Do French teachers attend seminars and workshops
Out of the 35 respondents, 29 of them which represent 82.9% have never attended any seminars or workshops. Only 17.1% of them have attended seminars. They sponsored themselves to attend these seminars. It would be encouraging for educational managers to organize lectures, symposia and seminars to enable French teachers to update their knowledge.
Conclusion and Recommendations
This study was designed to investigate the under-utilization of French graduates in French subject in secondary schools in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State. The study revealed that lack of knowledge of the importance of French language by educational managers, lack of incentives and motivation of French graduates, inadequate teaching/learning materials, absence of text-books which hinders effective teaching/learning of French and adversely kills student and teachers interest in the French subject are some of the causes of the under-utilization of French graduates in our secondary schools. It was also revealed that because principals fail to include the subjects in their time table, most French graduates posted to the different secondary schools are forced to teach English language, Literature and other arts subjects other than French. This negative attitude has therefore limited the scope whereby students could expand on their choice of future career. Limitations brought about by this kind of constraints affect the expansion of the educational horizon of Nigerians in the francophone speaking states of the world.
To alleviate some of the aforementioned problems that have caused the under-utilization of French graduates in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State, Educational managers need to be educated on the need for French in Nigeria in general. Apart from the geographical location of Nigeria which is surrounded by French speaking countries, Nigeria is a member of the African Union (A.U.), Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and very many important world organizations where French is used as one of the principal official languages. Nigeria also tends to gain economically and commercially by encouraging the teaching/learning of French. Still on the importance of French, Kwofie (1984), has this to say: “The national and international relevance in of French is further emphasized by the adoption of the language by non-French-speaking countries of the world” It is therefore necessary to make Nigerians realize the importance of French in our country. The fact that we see a lot of highly placed Nigerians rushing to study French in the different offices of Alliance de Francaise in the country shows that the need for this language exists. Government should therefore take adequate steps to motivate the teacher and the learner so that a lot of progress could be achieved and we will be in a position to reap the full benefits of improved teaching of French.
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Adekunle, M.A., (1976), “National Language Policy and Planning: The Nigerian Situation” in West African Journal of Modern Languages, No. 1, January Pp23-29
Asobele, S.J. (2004), Prolegomena to a legislation of official languages acts in Nigeria with particular reference to French Language in Francophone Heritage in Africa.
Daily Champion African News Feb. 16, 2005
Ibanga E.E. (1995), L’importance de la langue française au Nigeria’ Unpublished PGDE Project, Benue State University, Makurdi.
Emordi, F.I. (1986), Report on the French programme inspection of the Bendel State University Primary and Secondary Schools Ekpoma.
Katzner,K.(1975), The Languages of the world. London, Routledge and Kequan Paul.
Moruwawon, B.S.(2004), Prospects of the adoption of French as a second official language in Nigeria. A journal published in the faculty of education, University of Ado-Ekiti, Ondo State.
Ojo, A. (1997), French Language and Nigeria, The Guardian Monday 5.
Ebi is an Assistant Registrar in the Nasarawa State University, Keffi. She holds a B.A.ed in french and an M.ed in Educational Management. Her Ph.D degree in Educational Admin and Planning is in view
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