BY MARCI CAPIELLO

In 1977 I remember the campaign to stop Sus initiated by parents from South London to protect innocent young black men. There were so many men who were subject to the humiliation of Suspicion stop and search processes for no reason.

Mavis Best was the leader of the Scrap Sus Campaign in London which was supported by Paul Boateng. He was the first mixed race cabinet member to become the chief Secretary to the Treasury in May 2002.

The police under the sus law could stop and search anyone on suspicion of them committing an offence. They could also search and potentially arrest people.

In 1999 The Macpherson inquiry, some twenty years later stipulated that police stops should be recorded to give some accountability to the process. This was a recommendation that was finally implemented in April 2005.

On reflection Black men in the 1970s felt discriminated against and singled out and it was apparent that many were being stopped and searched with no evidence of crimes being committed. Parents became tired and frustrated for their children and insisted that this abuse of power be brought to an end.

In looking at the soaring statistics of knife and gun crime it is obvious that there has to be a way to retrieve weapons that are being carried by young people.

There have to be positive initiatives and safe spaces to allow young people to express feelings of anger and frustration that are safely supervised and channelled in a positive way. The concerns of course are just how and what would be the best way to do this without creating further conflict.

We do not want to see a repetition of the Brixton riots where feelings of prejudice and discrimination between young black men and the police reached an all-time high.

We want there to be law and order on our streets to feel safe and for people of all generations to be able to walk the streets.

This should be without fear of being stabbed or shot. We want our young people to be mentored and appropriate community initiatives to be supported.

We cannot completely understand what goes on in the mind of a young person who pursues a life of crime, but we should have a voice and respond to our concerns as it continues to affect our communities. These are hugely worrying statistics with rising death tolls that do not seem to be subsiding.

Young people seem to be restless, bored having unrealistic expectations about what they can achieve by doing very little. It concerns me that the world of drugs seems to offer a quick and easy path to wealth with little educated efforts, toll or labour.

They believe that through imposing fear and intimidation onto others that they are somehow in control of their own universe.

There is little moral sense of community nor responsibility. There are skills involved sure i.e. negotiation, maths and great organisational skills these are unfortunately not being put to the best and most appropriate use.

Tony Lloyd a boxing coach and friend of ours would say that through his boxing activities he allowed young people to believe for a brighter future where they could feel safe and secure and be kept off the streets.

K and GC Victim Support Group want all our young people to take pride in themselves have a sense of purpose and a positive sense of identity.

We want to encourage and protect our young people so that they appreciate just how to make an important contribution to society so that the next generation benefits and does not just focus on immediate and present rewards only.

The virtual world of Facebook and snap chat offers something of an illusion and a fake reality of how to communicate, how to express emotions sometimes unsafely.

One on one is needed and now more than ever mentors like Tony and those of us of an older generation who have sacred knowledge of how our elders raised us, have to pass on that knowledge to young people to enable and empower them to thrive, teaching them how to be successful.

We need to be able to offer a future an alternative to a life of crime where education and career are accessible and of interest.

To those looking for a life less ordinary where a life of crime appears to be glamorous and more interesting, we must promote safer and better alternatives.

It is important for all our children to feel warmth, love and acceptance. This is vital for their mental health and emotional well-being, their personal development and their future.

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When Londoner Saher Bhatti was working as a commercial lawyer in the heart of the City, she had many frustrations, but the one which prompted a completely new career change was not to do with the stresses of the legal profession, but rather to do with not being able to find the right accessories. Needing a bag that was practical yet stylish, at an affordable price point, she realised there was a gap in the market for pieces that reflected the fast-paced, versatile lifestyle of the modern woman. She also realised there were hardly any brands at this level which offered an ethical and sustainable approach to fashion.

Bags from Lawful London marry style and ethics.

Eventually, after meeting with a UK designer, who had previously collaborated with the likes of Ralph Lauren and House of Fraser, they came up with the concept of Lawful London atimeless, cruelty-free fashion house that took conventional handbag styles and enhanced their capabilities, as well as not compromising on ethics.

Bags are practical and covetable.

The Classic Collection is Lawful Londons first range, and includes three styles of contemporary, adaptable bags: the Aspen, Dahlia and Sienna. The bags are made from cruelty-free vegan leather (PETA-approved) and are also eco-friendly (PVC-free). Combining functional features such as slip pockets, laptop sleeves, detachable straps and bottle holders the range is not only suitable for well-heeled travellers, but also has travel at its heart. Crucial to launching the brand, says Saher, she travelled extensively for a year around the world to find just the right suppliers that fitted in with her ethical ethos, to garner style ideas and to find partners who would fit in with her vision. Here, she explains how this experience has ultimately shaped the brand.

What countries did you go to in the quest to find the right supplier for your brand?

When looking for a supplier in the first instance, I considered Italy, South Korea and China. After exploring the manufacturing options with a few Italian suppliers and learning of their reluctance to experiment with alternative materials, I had to consider suppliers located elsewhere, as cruelty-free fabrics are a key component of the brand. I then approached suppliers in South Korea and China, after researching the best factories for vegan leather, and also discovering where existing brands were manufacturing high-quality ethical products. Both countries have a number of experienced suppliers who manufacture using leather alternatives. However, China is undoubtedly the manufacturing capital of the world, and from my own experience, I think this is due to the extensive choice they can provide to businesses of all sizes, in terms of quality, materials and manufacturing speeds.

Behind the scenes: design sheets.

Where did you find the right supplier which fits in with the ethos of your brand?

I finally found the right supplier in China, but the manufacturing journey was far from straight forward. China has so much choice, so while it is easier to locate a factory that will produce using cruelty-free fabrics, it is very difficult to find a manufacturer that will also create products that accurately represent the design sheets and provide the desired finish. The search for a factory that reflected the ethos of the brand of no compromises on ethics, quality and aesthetics was incredibly challenging and time-consuming, but after working with five suppliers in China and multiple sample rounds, I finally found the best supplier for Lawful London located in Guangzhou.

What were the highlights of your 'year of travel'?

There are so many highlights and small wins when travelling around. The best was reaching the final products after 12-months of liaising with suppliers, sourcing materials and working with factories to produce prototypes followed by multiple sample rounds. Another key highlight was meeting a bag designer in New York completely randomly in a pop-up space. She spoke to me about her experiences, and it was refreshing to meet someone who had already gone through the same struggles. My trip to America also gave me so much inspiration. I discovered so many ethically produced high-quality products, and this gave me confidence that it was possible to source the fabrics to produce excellent bags with immaculate workmanship. It reinforced that my vision was totally achievable, it was simply a matter of time and commitment to the process with perhaps a couple of hurdles along the way.

A fitting travel companion.

In terms of travel, what inspires you?

I am inspired by variety and innovation. I love travelling to places which continually seek to evolve, showcase something new and deliver new experiences. I also enjoy learning about local cultures. Born and raised in the UK, there are a number of similarities with other western countries, so travelling to other regions, such as the Middle East, provides greater insight into what local people want, how they view trends and whats important for them, ethically or otherwise. As a fashion brand aimed at providing timeless accessories, it is important for us to understand how style trends, ethics and values are perceived globally in order to create classic, contemporary and universally appealing products.

Is there a country that is leading the way when it comes to vegan living?

The USA is definitely leading the way for vegan living. The choice of vegan products, including food, beauty, fashion and household items, are endless and not solely limited to supermarkets or online vegan websites. This is clear even when shopping in prestigious stores like Bergdorf Goodman, which offers such a vast range of vegan products in response to the fact that it is no longer an online-only market. The visibility, accessibility and range of products in the USA generally, shows that American brands have reacted well to the shift in values and lifestyle choices of the vast number of people who are choosing to embrace ethical, sustainable living.

What is the USP of Lawful London?

The USP is thecombination of ethics, form and functionality. We understand the difficulty of finding a durable workbag that is ethically produced, practical for everyday use yet still contemporary and timeless. When creating the products, we were committed to designing bags which were practically beautiful in every way aesthetically, ethically and functionally. Each bag has been designed with all three concepts in mind with no single factor being more important than the other as shown in the first range, the Classic Collection.

Have bag, will travel.

How has your background in law helped you in the launch of the brand?

Law is a very challenging career that taught me so many transferable skills which I use in my business. From my legal background, I now appreciate the importance of patience, perseverance and purpose. Without these three key qualities, I think it is very difficult to achieve ambitious personal or professional goals. My journey as a lawyer involved many ups and downs, acceptance of continuous learning and personal development, late nights, high expectations from colleagues and clients, setbacks and disappointments. This is reflective of business. Creating a valuable and thoughtful product, a brand that people relate to and love, and learning from your customer to continually improve and create better products involves patience, consistency and dedication to a defined purpose.

Ethical and sustainable fashion is having a moment is this the way the industry is going?

I feel like its a movement and not just a moment. When the concept of ethical and sustainable fashion started to become more recognised a few years back, a lot of people were reluctant to connect with them to the extent that they do now. Perhaps with the rise of big brand initiatives, such as H&Ms Conscious Collection, Net-a-Porters launch of Net Sustain and Selfridges commitment to stop selling exotic animal skins, coupled with the growth of brands, like Stella McCartney and Everlane, people are more accepting of ethical fashion. The ethos is becoming embedded in mainstream brands and department stores. I think customers are also becoming increasingly aware of the impact of fast fashion and are beginning to consider other alternatives, which I feel will only increase, particularly as public awareness of the related environmental concerns continue to grow.

Where do you like to travel to?

I like to travel to places with a positive, vibrant atmosphere and a sense of uniqueness and innovation, where people are encouraged to explore the future without losing their culture and values. At the moment, Japan is top of my list of places to visit due to its innovation, culture and notoriously nice people not forgetting its neon-sky scrapers and Pokmon Outbreaks!

Saher putting her ideas to work.

What is the ideal holiday for you?

Depending on my mood, either a digital detox on a relaxing beach break or a city trip, sightseeing and exploring local culture, food and fashion!

How do you marry your ethical beliefs with a strong sense ofbusiness?

When launching Lawful London, I wanted to create something that would make a difference in business and learn how to make a business out of making a difference. I yearned for more than business success I wanted meaning and to contribute to making a positive impact on the world by creating better products in a better way.Combining a for-profit company with a social mission doesnt undermine either. The ethical beliefs make the bags more than a product, theyre part of a story, a mission and a movement open to anyone who wants to contribute something positive to the world. Building a business which helps women change a previously thoughtless purchasing decision into a meaningful one is both positive, rewarding and sustainable from a business and personal perspective.

Bringing an ethical approach to fashion.

What's next for Lawful London?

We are currently designing our second collection, which is aimed at the modern woman who wants a grab-and-go, easy bag. Something a little less formal but with the same elegance and ethics as the first collection. Were also exploring other cruelty-free, sustainable fabric options which may be suitable for a softer finish for the second collection.

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Press Release: The University of Cambridge and The University of Pennsylvania are among the top universities chosen for further study by students from the British School of Bucharest

BUCHAREST, 17th of October 2019:The list of current destinations for our students includes the exceptionally prestigious Universities of Cambridge, Warwick, Lancaster, Bath, UCL, Imperial College and Southampton in the UK and in the US, UCLA and the Ivy Leagues University of Pennsylvania. This is alongside many other excellent destinations which have been added to this year with students moving to the new destinations of the University of Essex, University of Liverpool, University of Glasgow, University of the West of Scotland, Delft University of Technology, Computer Science and Engineering Amsterdam, dBs Berlin, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, and University of Popular Arts Berlin.

So far, this year, 19 students received offers to continue their studies from 81 Universities after they graduate from the Britsh School of Bucharest.This reflects a gradual and measured growth showing an increase compared to 2018, when 17 students received invitations from 76 top Universities, while in 2017, 16 students received 65 offers.

We are concerned about the future of our students and we want to be close to them when they makechoices about future study. Thats why we pay keen attention to our higher education advice and this year we will bring the Universities closer to them and those interested to study abroad at the Bucharest International Schools University Conference, an event that will take place on 21st October on our campus at the British School of Bucharest, "said Philip Walters, Headmaster of the BSB.

On 21st October, representatives from many of the top Universities in the world will come to BSB to offer special presentations and One-to-One meetings for those interested in attending their courses.

Its the first edition ofBucharest International Schools University Conference that will take place at the BSB campus. Twenty-one top universities from the U.K, Austria, Netherlands, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and USA will be there, waiting for pupils aged 14 to 18 years old that are interested in studying abroad, to come to get familiarised with the various courses, campus choices and the key points for a successful application at one of these world-renowned Universities.

What can you find at the Bucharest International Schools University Conference:

UNIVERSITY PRESENTATIONS A chance to participate in exclusive seminars and presentations from some of the best Universities in the World.

ONE-TO-ONE MEETINGS- Participate in One-to-One meetings for individual guidance and specific information from the Universities you want to apply to.

APPLICATION PROCESS GUIDANCE Get expert advice for all stages of the university application process and studying abroad. Find out more about how to choose the right course and details of tuition fees and student loans.

UNIVERSITY FAIR Exclusive Fair of top Universities from the UK, Austria, Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy and the USA.

PARENT SESSIONS Dedicated sessions for parents on helping your child make informed decisions, supporting them through the application process and student finance.

For ALL University presentations or One-to-One meetings, you have to register in order to reserve a place, here.

Each participant can take part in up to seven events - presentations and One-to-One meetings - but everyone will have access to the University Fair itself for specific details about the offers and courses.

The conference will end with the University Fair where all universities will have sections, and all participants can have discussions about programmes and offers, tuition fees and funding opportunities to study abroad.

10:00 -Start of the Event

10:00 - 13:00 - University presentations and One-to-One Meetings, based on previous appointments

13.00 - 15.00 - University Fair

15.00 -End of the University Conference & Fair

Starting time: 10:00 || Finishing time: 15:00

The British School of Bucharest (BSB) is an established and well-resourced international private school located in Bucharest, providing a comprehensive international education based on the National Curriculum for England. BSB serves more than 600 students aged 2-18. It is a richly diverse learning community, with students representing approximately 50 nationalities. They benefit from an impressive pupil to teacher ratio and small class sizes, ensuring a personalized and highly supportive learning environment.

BSB is the only British school in Romania rated as excellent for both the quality of pupils learning and achievements and the quality of pupils personal development in its 2018 UK Independent Schools Inspectorate report.

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Regions award winners announced at North of England branch annual dinner dance in Gateshead

PROFESSIONALS from the minerals extractives sector gathered in Gateshead to celebrate the first regional awards ceremony for the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) Excellence Awards on Friday 27 September 2019.

Hosted by IQ North of England at the branchs annual dinner dance, the awards ceremony took place at Hilton Newcastle Gateshead. Hazen Bowskill MIQ, chairman of IQ North of England, presented the awards alongside Iain Smith FIQ, branch representative to IQ Council.

The IQ Excellence Awards celebrate the success of exceptional individuals, teams and projects around the UK. Award categories are aligned to the quadrants of the IQ Skills Wheel and recognize the positive impact professionals make across the country.

Award categories included:

STANDARDS & PROFESSIONALISMThe Best Personal Development Project award recognizes initiatives that are aimed at supporting the professional development of employees at company or site level. Rema Tip Top Industry UK Ltd won the award for Conveyor Confidence Through Understanding, with the judges expressing that the project has made a significant contribution towards some specific improved training practices and procedures.

The Health & Safety Individual Excellence award recognizes the achievements of an individual in improving the health and safety performance on site. Ben Williams, managing director at EPC-UK, was praised by the judges for going beyond legal compliance or increasing revenue.

KNOWLEDGE & INNOVATIONThe Most Effective Process Improvement award acknowledges a team, project or initiative of technical process improvement that has delivered improved operational performance. The category received many quality submissions, with Aggregate Industries crowned the winner and highly commended by the judges for its Wash Plant Improvement Project.

The Most Innovative Leader award recognizes an individual who has made the best impact on the innovation ecosystem at site, business unit or organizational level. Robin Gillespie, unit manager at Hanson UK, received praise for his dissertation findings. The benefits of using electronic delay versus pyrotechnical detonations for quarry blasting have already been introduced at Shap Quarry and recommended for implementation at Heidelberg Cement quarries around the world.

ENGAGEMENT, INFLUENCE & IMPACTThe Best Community Engagement Project award appreciates projects where sites are actively engaging their local communities and achieving positive results. Longcliffe Quarries Ltd were revealed as the winner for its Butterfly Conservation project at Hoe Grange Quarry. It was described as a very good example of a genuinely collaborative approach by the company in working with the community in developing the project.

The Most Inspirational Leader award honours an individual who has made the strongest positive impact on the team they are part of. Winner Susan Arnott, IQ North of England, was praised for her commitment and support for the Institute and its members and described as an unsung hero.

PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESSThe Best Initiative to Engage Workforce or Team award recognizes the best initiative aimed at supporting workforce engagement at either company or site team level. Commit To Be Fit from EPC-UK won the award, a project that has made a significant impact in the business.

The Most Promising Future Leader award recognizes a talented individual for building their all-round knowledge and skills. Tom OBoyle, project manager at Hanson UK, received the accolade and was described as a great ambassador for the industry.

James Thorne, chief executive officer at IQ, said: There are some great initiatives happening across the north of England, as well as individuals who go above and beyond what is expected of them in their day-to-day role. The awards evening was enthused with joy and excitement. On behalf of everyone at IQ, congratulations to all the finalists and best of luck to the regional winners at the National Excellence Awards!

With IQ Excellence Awards presentations taking place in Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and England, each regional award winner automatically goes forward to the National Excellence Awards to compete for the overall title in each category at Hillhead 2020.

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The days get shorter. The nights get chillier. Pumpkins appear on porches. All across America, spider webs are strung and ghoulish figures flutter in the breeze. It can mean only one thing.

Halloween is upon us.

Tis the season to revel in all that is spooky and dreadful culminating in one great national night of fright. Estimates suggest 172 million people will collectively celebrate the holiday on October 31st with candy, creepy costumes, haunted houses, and jump scares. Halloween is an American institution.

And its not just for kids. Halloween has become an increasingly popular holiday among adults. As sociologist Linus Owens has noted, Halloween, with its emphasis on identity, horror, and transgression, can tell us about who we want to be and what we fear becoming.

Festival of FearWhile the scary spirit of Halloween is generally good fun, the observance is based on something most people are pretty uncomfortable confronting.

Fear.

Psychology Today explains that fear is a vital response to physical and emotional danger with strong roots in human evolution. Our innate fight-or-flight responses aided us in mastering dangerous environments, avoiding harm, and ensuring the survival of our species.

A healthy amount of fear still helps us stay safe and motivates us to manage lifes difficulties.

But there are many manifestations of fear and not all of them are beneficial.

Since 2013, Chapman University in Southern California has annually conducted a national Survey of American Fears, reporting last year that the extent to which Americans are afraid, in general, appears to be on the rise.

Clinical fear disorders can cause serious health damage in numerous ways, but even less-lethal fears can take a pernicious toll on personal development and quality of life.

Fear FactorsAccording to sociologist Margee Kerr, The biggest source of fear is often related to the workplace. This type of fear can manifest in excessive focus on avoiding failure or making mistakes; aversion to public speaking, networking, or contributing during meetings; reluctance to ask for help; or even relinquishing vacation or sick time.

What we fear is being vulnerable to judgment, ridicule, rejection. The result is unnecessarily self-limiting behavior that can prevent you from acquiring new skills, experiencing greater fulfillment, and reaching your full potential.

Facing FearIt should come as no surprise that fear is the subject of numerous TED Talks, the global clearinghouse of inspirational speakers presenting their powerful ideas. One of my favorites on dealing with insidious work-related fear is author Tim Ferris discussing why you should define your fears instead of your goals.

Ferris advocates for Fear Setting exercises aimed at recalibrating your perception.

The exercise is pretty simple: For whatever it is that youre putting off or are afraid of doing, he proposes creating a What if I. list. Define what you fear will happen, determine how you might prevent the likelihood of each negative outcome, and imagine how you could repair damage if it did occur.

Next, make a list of the benefits of even partial success at doing what you fear. For example, could it build your confidence or help you develop a new skill?

Finally, sketch out an answer to the question: If I avoid this action or decision, what might my life look like in 6 months, 12 months, or 3 years?

Fear Setting is designed to strip inhibiting fears of their power. And perhaps most importantly, it encourages shifting focus to the cost of inaction.

As Ferris says, Humans are very good at considering what might go wrong if we try something newwhat we dont often consider is the atrocious cost of the status quo of not changing anything.

With Halloween approaching, its the perfect time to question what scares you and whether it is holding you back. It just may give you the courage to speak up about your ideas, ask for that promotion, or finally try something youve always wanted to do.

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WARRENTON, Va., Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Appy Pie launches its own online learning platform - Appy Pie Academy that is aimed at offering a wide range of free online courses to entrepreneurs and learners from around the world. Appy Pie Academy hosts courses from a variety of fields, including app and website development, website design, search engine optimization, social media marketing, app monetization, copywriting, office productivity, management, marketing, personal development, project management, sales, and others. These courses are focused on equipping learners with industry specific knowledge and skills to work more efficiently.

Appy Pie Academy has a library of thousands of courses with new additions published every day. Course content is provided in short, well-defined modules and each course is focused on a unique area. This online learning platform from Appy Pie has great things to offer to the beginners as well as to the advanced learners, from any industry or background. With top rated online courses, Appy Pie Academy helps students, businesses, and individuals gain the skills they need to compete in today's economy.

"We have launched Appy Pie Academy with an aim to help small and medium sized businesses or entrepreneurs gain the latest and greatest industry knowledge and run a successful business enhancing their bottom line," said Scot Small, CEO Appy Pie. He further added, "Appy Pie Academy provides you with the best online learning experience, with a focus on dependability and high-quality content for free. It is one of the best online learning platforms for anyone looking to learn anything in reference to starting a website, blogging, copywriting, internet marketing, app monetization, app development, marketing, sales or other industry skills. Each course on our platform has been hand-tailored to teach you a specific skill in clear and easy-to-understand language."

Appy Pie has offices in London, New Delhi, and Virginia, with a combined staff of more than 300 people. The company's sole aim is to empower small businesses and help them achieve success in this cut-throat competition. A simple, yet powerful DIY platform, Appy Pie also helps startups save thousands of dollars with its workflow automation services, enabling them to create a greater impact with less efforts by adding speed, consistency, and visibility to their workflow.

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Patrick Beverleys mission every day is to read a book for at least 30 minutes in an attempt to find his inner peace, help control his behavior and enhance his leadership skills.

The Clippers point guard spent the summer at home in Chicago working with his trainer, Jeff Pagliocca, the two of them intertwining the work on Beverleys game and his mental approach to his behavior on and off the court.

Even with the Clippers acquiring transcendent stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George over the summer, Beverleys role as one of the teams leaders does not diminish.

In order to have the right influence on his teammates, Beverley said he had to work on my mind over the summer. Reading the Bible and one of his favorite books, The Richest Man Who Ever Lived: King Solomons Secrets to Success, Wealth and Happiness, is helping him evolve as a player and person.

The more I mature as a man the more I grow, Beverley said. I read the Good Book, follow those rules, those laws in [the Bible] and I know the better basketball player Ive become. Thats been my whole thing. I gain knowledge. If I gain knowledge, then Im able to get knowledge from everywhere else and itll work out in my favor.

My trainer made it an emphasis that I do 30 minutes of reading every day and thats kind of changed the way I look at things and the way I carry myself and my behavior slow to temper and all that stuff. I just try to go from there. I read every day. Its mandatory. Its all mental and thats all behavior, you know?

Beverley pointed out that he had 14 technical fouls last season, tied for fifth most in the NBA. That, Beverley said, cant continue.

He was quicker to point out the $25,000 fine the NBA levied against him last season for bouncing a basketball at a fan sitting courtside in Dallas for cursing his mother. Its something he doesnt want to happen again.

Me and Jeffs biggest thing this year is, Behavior is greatness and greatness is behavior. If you watch the guys who have been great, you didnt hear about them getting in trouble, Beverley said. You didnt hear about them being [fifth] in the league in technical fouls. Thats not cool. I want to fix that. And if I fix my behavior, I think my game matures also.

Beverley and Pagliocca agreed that no details were too small including how they trained on the court, and how they sought to improve his behavior, including when hes critical of himself. Details that Beverley says will show hes no longer a wild and reckless guy on the court.

There are certain obstacles that could happen during the season or things that hes faced in his past, said Pagliocca, who runs Evolution Athletics, in a call with The Times. How do you handle those things like a pro at all times? How can you be mature at all times? How can you make sure youre prepared at all times? And I think those conversations that weve had, the mental training, is building that preparation. It was important to him that no stone was left unturned.

Im always trying to find ways that hes advancing as a person. I think that the more hes reflecting and evaluating himself, I think the more growth thats there. I think thats what we tried to target all summer, just to make sure youre getting sharper mentally, because the basketball I think will take care of itself. How can you be the greatest player you can be? I think that comes a lot with making sure youre growing and thats behavior again.

In two-plus seasons together, Clippers coach Doc Rivers has watched Beverley blossom.

He watched how the 6-foot-1 veteran improved his game on the court, going from putting up 7.6 points, 3.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds while shooting 40.7% from the field and 39.7% from three-point range during the 2018-19 regular season to averaging 9.8 points, 4.7 assists and 8.0 rebounds while shooting 43% from the field and 43.3% from three-point range during the playoffs against Golden State.

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More importantly, in Rivers eyes, is the personal development of Beverley, 31.

I want him to be just great all-around, not just on the floor. He has really bought into his leadership role with me. Now there is another step, Rivers said. There is the human step now, and I think in the long run that will help with his game as well. And hes doing that, being more thoughtful, just a lot of stuff. I just think all that helps him as a person because hes going to be a person a lot longer than hes going to be a basketball player.

The Clippers rewarded Beverley with a three-year, $40-million contract over the summer, leaving him nearly speechless as he tried to comprehend the team showing faith in him.

As such, he wants to show them his gratitude by displaying improved behavior and leadership.

Paul George, Kawhi [Leonard] and Lou [Williams], we understand that they are our bucket-getters and we understand Paul and Kawhi are our leaders, Beverley said. So, its up to everybody else to understand their role and be the best in your role. My role is different from Lous role. But Im going to make sure Im on top of my role. Im just really trying to be great. Ive learned over the years that the more I mature as a man, the more my game matures and it trickles down.

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Bluesman and blues/rock journeyman, guitarist and songwriter, Tom The Suit Forst is part of the Buttonwood Trees 30th anniversary celebration this weekend.

Bluesman and blues/rock journeyman, guitarist and songwriter, Tom The Suit Forst is part of the Buttonwood Trees 30th anniversary celebration this weekend.

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Bluesman and blues/rock journeyman, guitarist and songwriter, Tom The Suit Forst is part of the Buttonwood Trees 30th anniversary celebration this weekend.

Bluesman and blues/rock journeyman, guitarist and songwriter, Tom The Suit Forst is part of the Buttonwood Trees 30th anniversary celebration this weekend.

Buttonwood Tree celebrates 30th anniversary all weekend

MIDDLETOWN The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center, an intimate listening room and hub of community arts and personal development offerings, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a first-ever 30-hour performance marathon and gala event, Oct. 18-19 in Middletown.

The event kicks off Friday at 4 p.m. with a free Community Harvest Party that will span indoor and outdoor locations on the block, and feature family-friendly activities, entertainment and a variety of fall-inspired snacks, treats, and drinks, in collaboration with local food and beverage partners.

Music and activities will take place inside the community room at the Community Health Center until 10 p.m., including a performance by three former State Troubadour: Kristen Graves, Lara Herscovitch and Kate Callahan; poet Kate Rushin and other performers.

The marathon moves to the Buttonwood Tree at 605 Main St., with a mix of samples of what the club offers, and a glance back at some of the interesting stories of the past. Highlights include a Story Share with Stephan Allison, Paul Howard, Joe Fonda, Laszlo Gardony, a family-focused interactive world music concert by the NY-based group, Heard and Kitty Kathryn. youth poetry led Elizabeth Thomas, a drum-based meditative session led by Craig Norton, piano by Greg Gaylord, Caroyn Halsted, Neely Bruce and Laszlo Gardony, Nortt End Memories by Brian ORourke and others.

The Buttonwood Tree, named after the Sycamore, will conclude the 30-hour festivities Saturday night from 5-10 p.m. at the CHC, with a A Syc Party Gala, including a rooftop performance by Badslax, a local funky jazz band. The gala will honor the performance venues roots with craft cocktails, custom food, dancing and a tribute to 30 years of providing world class performance events to the Central Connecticut region. Music and dancing to the World music band, Heard and DJ Manny with Face the Musiq.

American bluesman and blues/rock journeyman, guitarist and songwriter, Tom The Suit Forst, one of the most riveting and electrifying performers on the modern blues scene will emcee the evening and perform.

The Buttonwood Tree's Mission is to support the creative endeavors of emerging artists, nurture personal development, connect, educate, enrich lives and uplift people of all ages through the Arts.

Tickets to the gala and all-inclusive tickets also include a year's membership which gives members discounts to select shows at TBT and at restaurants and businesses in town as well as a reciprocal basic membership to the Charter Oak Cultural Center in Hartford. Tickets may be purchased online at buttonwood.org. Call 860-347-4957 for more information.

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Elizabeth Warren in the Spotlight

A record 12 Democratic candidates took to the debate stage in Westerville, Ohio, last night, and there was one thing they mostly agreed on: denouncing President Trump. Beyond that, they struck a more fractious tone on a range of issues, including healthcare, gun policy and money in politics.

But while Trump has hammered away at Joe Biden (and son), the Democratic candidates on stage took aim at Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who now leads Biden in many polls, testing her strengths and vulnerabilities as a candidate. Meanwhile, Sen. Bernie Sanders looked none the worse for wear in his first debate since a heart attack this month, and South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg tried to position himself as the moderate alternative to the more left-leaning Warren and Sanders, if Biden stumbles.

Here are seven takeaways from the night.

More Politics

Amid growing political pressure from Republicans, House leaders began seriously gauging support among Democrats for holding a vote to formally establish the impeachment investigation of Trump. But House Speaker Nancy Pelosi decided Tuesday there would be no House vote for now.

Trump has vetoed legislation that attempted to overturn his use of emergency powers to divert military base construction funding to pay for his long-promised border fence. Congress is unlikely to have the votes to override the veto. In all, 127 military construction projects totaling $3.6 billion would lose funding.

New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a leading voice of the Democratic Partys liberal wing, plans to endorse Sanders for president, according to his campaign.

Exit, U.S.; Enter, Russia

In northern Syria, there is a race to control the city of Manbij, which is part of the territory overseen by Kurdish fighters backed by the United States until Trump decided to pull that support. Turkish troops and Syrian rebel proxies appeared on the verge of rushing in, while the Kurds have turned to Syrias government. Filling the void left by the U.S. is Russia, which is taking over as a power broker in the Mideast. And as this news analysis shows, an emboldened Russia is far from the only geopolitical fallout; even Israel is worried about whether Trump would turn his back.

How Californians Think About Immigration

Heres something most California Democrats and Republicans agree on: Immigrants make the U.S. a better place to live. More than 80% of registered voters here say as much, per a UC Berkeley poll conducted for the Los Angeles Times, including 92% of Democrats and 60% of Republicans reflecting the states long rift with the Trump administration on immigration. But voters are more split on how immigrants are treated. On that question, 56% say theyre treated unfairly, while 28% disagree.

The Future, and the Foes, of #MeToo

A British-Greek billionaire heir to a Coca-Cola bottling fortune has fashioned himself the ambassador for men who consider themselves wronged by #MeToo. As Alki David fights the seventh sexual harassment case against him in as many years, hes working with a lobbyist to draft legislation to keep such cases from becoming public. With his penchant for litigation, hes an improbable emissary for the cause, even as he says he relishes his villainous image. Meanwhile, as the #MeToo movement turns two, its founder Tarana Burke unveiled a new hashtag #MeTooVoter to mobilize people heading into 2020.

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On this day in 1995, hundreds of thousands of black Americans converged on the Mall in Washington, D.C., for the Million Man March, where strangers embraced as brothers in a celebration of their new image of unity and hope, as The Times reported at the time. The tidings were of redemption and reconciliation: The Rev. Jesse Jackson said that each man should leave the rally with the declaration, I turned pain into power and promise.

Twenty years later, Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, instrumental in organizing the original march, returned to lead another, one year after the police killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo. Also on the 20th anniversary, The Times caught up with men who had marched from a young Watts teacher who wanted to be a walking example for his fifth-graders to a real-estate developer who would later create the Taste of Soul family festival in Crenshaw about the watershed events legacy.

Participants in the Million Man March gather on Capitol Hill and the Mall in Washington on Oct. 16, 1995.

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CALIFORNIA

Two moderate earthquakes in Northern California 100 miles from each other in less than 15 hours unnerved the Bay Area just days before the 30th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake. They proved a stark reminder of the danger that awaits.

In a stopgap effort to block no-fault evictions and rent hikes before new state rules kick in next year, the L.A. City Council moved to institute a moratorium on both.

Dozens of new apartments for homeless people could rise in Chatsworth after the Los Angeles City Council voted Tuesday to fund a rare proposal to build such housing in the northwestern San Fernando Valley.

One in four undergraduate women at leading universities nationwide say theyve been sexually assaulted on campus. At USC, the share is higher; one in three say they have been.

Felicity Huffman has reported to a federal prison in Northern California where shell spend two weeks for conspiring to rig her daughters SAT score amid the college admissions scandal.

HOLLYWOOD AND THE ARTS

Julie Andrews spoke with columnist Mary McNamara about her new memoir Home Work and the hardest part of writing it. Next month, Andrews will discuss the book with readers with the L.A. Times Book Club. (Sign up for the clubs newsletter here.)

Joni Mitchell made a rare public appearance this week, wearing her familiar braids and gaucho hat, to attend Brandi Carliles live tribute to her canonical album Blue.

Among this years nominees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are Biggie, Whitney Houston and the MC5, plus 13 others.

Mindy Kaling is glad the Television Academy changed its rules on Emmy credits after her own bad experience.

NATION-WORLD

With the Trump administration sending Central American asylum-seekers back to Mexico pending their applications, Mexico itself has opted to bus them south in the hope theyll return home, even if that imperils their asylum claims.

The toll of death and destruction from Typhoon Hagibis that tore through central and northern Japan has climbed, as the government said it was considering approving a special budget for the disaster response and eventual reconstruction.

France is reconsidering the legacy of Marie Antoinette.

BUSINESS

In making amends for a massive data breach that affected billions, Yahoo is offering users up to $358.80 each but theres a catch, columnist David Lazarus writes.

Amid all our reporting on the streaming wars, we asked some Angelenos how they watch TV.

SPORTS

Federal agents have interviewed at least six current and former Angels players as part of their investigation into the drug-related death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs, according to a person with knowledge of the interviews.

For LeBron James, injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere well, except in China, columnist Bill Plaschke writes. In Hong Kong, protesters are slamming James for his comments about free speech, and celebrating Houston Rockets manager Daryl Morey for his.

The Rams, coming off a three-game losing streak, traded cornerback Marcus Peters to the Baltimore Ravens and then went all-in by acquiring cornerback Jalen Ramsey in a trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Rams traded three draft picks for Ramsey, including first-round picks in 2020 and 2021.

Even with the addition of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, Patrick Beverley remains one of the Clippers leaders. Doc Rivers credits the 31-year-olds personal development, and looks forward to the human step.

OPINION

Rudy Giuliani wants Hunter Bidens work in Ukraine investigated but what about his own, asks Jon Healey?

That the presidents supporters decry the younger Biden for cashing in on his name while Trumps children run a global company that bears theirs only shows a new level of malignant hypocrisy, Robin Abcarian writes.

WHAT OUR EDITORS ARE READING

Theres water ice on the moon, but how much? For NASA, figuring that out is only one small step. (The Atlantic)

Some colleges are tracking students even before they apply. (Washington Post)

ONLY IN L.A.

For the first episode of the show Off Menu, our food columnist Lucas Kwan Peterson spent an afternoon with Jazz Singsanong, the woman behind the beloved Thai Town restaurant Jitlada first shopping at the giant supermarket known as Thai Costco, then returning to Jitladas kitchen to make a few dishes that arent on its regular menu. In the process, he learned about her community and her journey to becoming an ambassador for it, and her family recipe for a funky, salty and fiery shrimp dip.

L.A. Times food columnist Lucas Kwan Peterson, right, dines at Jitlada with owner Jazz Singsanong for the show Off Menu.

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Nursing associations are organizations devoted to the professional and personal development of members and to the general advancement of the profession. Joining a professional nursing association is essential due to the ever-changing field of nursing.

According to the American Nurses Association (ANA), professional development is a vital phase of lifelong learning in which nurses engage to develop and maintain competence, enhance professional nursing practice, and support the achievement of career goals.

Nursing organizations empower nurses to stay up to date on current practices, read what leaders in the field are saying, and get a glimpse at what other hospitals around the country are doing to innovate and advance patient care.

Joining a professional nursing association provides resources, information, and opportunities to nurses that might not be available otherwise. There are countless benefits to joining organizations and very few disadvantages. Associations do not require attendance at their meetings or conventions and participation is not required, but members are highly encouraged to take part in all the association has to offer.

The main disadvantage is the cost of joining multiple organizations. Nursing associations at the state and national levels can have substantial annual fees. Unfortunately, these fees can rarely be offset but if the fee is affordable, it is HIGHLY encouraged to join the associations directly related to your practice.

Joining a nursing organization has many benefits, including:

With all of the different choices, deciding which nursing association(s) to join can be overwhelming and sometimes confusing. Experts recommend joining the American Nurses Association (ANA) because it covers a broad scope of practice and offers a comprehensive way to stay on top of the trends in nursing. It also can be beneficial to join an organization that is specific to your specialty.

Each nursing organization has its own associated fees at the state and national levels. Prior to joining, it is important to determine which organizations fit your needs and help you in your professional practice. FYI hospitals generally do NOT reimburse for professional nursing organization fees, but always check because some do consider it part of professional development.

American Nurses Association (ANA)

Founded in 1896, the American Nurses Association is one of the oldest, largest, and most recognizable nursing organizations in the country. At the initial assembly convention in New York City, there were fewer than twenty nurses, whereas two years later there were 10,000 nurses in attendance.

Through organizational affiliates and different member organizations, the ANA promotes the rights of nurses in the workplace, lobbies Congress and regulatory agencies on health care issues and supports a number of subsidiary organizations related to nursing including the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

National League for Nursing (NLN)

The NLN, founded in 1893, was the first professional nursing organization in the United States. According to the website, the NLN offers professional development, networking opportunities, testing services, nursing research grants, and public policy initiatives to its 40,000 individual and 1,200 institutional members.

The primary purpose of the NLN represents nursing education in healthcare organizations and institutions of higher learning. The core values of the NLN are Caring, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence. The NLN has four main goals:

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN)

With more than 11,500 members, the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses represents the largest subspecialty of the nursing profession and is the only professional nursing organization dedicated to medical-surgical nurses.

The ANA discovered an overwhelming need for a nursing association specifically for medical surgical nurses after a survey in 1990. The AMSN offers clinical practice resources, career guidance, professional development tools, and publications specifically related to the medical-surgical nursing role.

American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)

The American Association of Critical Care Nurses is the worlds largest specialty nursing organization that is specifically intended for critical care nurses. The AACN is a national level organization with more than 200 chapters throughout the United States. Each individual chapter has specific requirements for membership.

The AACN offers critical care certification resources, continuing education opportunities, and networking events that help to support its core values of accountability, innovation, leadership, and collaboration.

American Academy of Nursing

Members of the American Academy of Nursing are among the most educated in the nursing profession, with 90% holding doctoral degrees and the remaining 10% holding masters degrees. An invitation to join this organization represents recognition of one's accomplishments within the nursing profession.

Members of this organization include association executives, university presidents, chancellors, deans, state and federal political appointees, hospital chief executives and vice presidents for nursing, nurse consultants, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma)

Sigma currently has more than 135,000 active members in over 90 countries. There are approximately 530 chapters at more than 700 institutions of higher education. In 1936, Sigma became the first US nursing organization to fund nursing research.

Sigma awards more than $200,000 in grants, scholarships, and monetary awards, has a handful of education and research conferences including a yearly research congress, online continuing nursing education including interactive learning activities, and a career development program.

National Student Nurse Association

The National Student Nurse Association is the official pre-professional organization for nursing students. Formed in 1953, the NSNA originally functioned under the ANA and the NLN; however, in 1968, the NSNA became its own autonomous body.

The organization has over 60,000 members in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The NSNA mentors the professional development of future registered nurses and facilitates their entrance into the profession by providing educational resources, leadership opportunities, and career guidance.

The Board of Directors comprised of nine elected nursing students that represent the interests of the members. The annual convention draws more than 30,000 students.

Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN)

The mission of the SPN is to advance the specialty of pediatric nursing through excellence in education, research, and practice. Since its inception in 1990, SPN has grown to over 3,500 members including from over 28 sub-specializations. Dedicated specifically to pediatric nursing, this association is a must join for all pediatric nurses.

A comprehensive list of professional nursing organizations can be found here.

Joining a professional nursing organization requires only four steps:

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