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THE BOOK OF DAVE

     In the beginning, Dave created a bunch of stuff like the earth, water, animals, and humans. He thought "Meh, it's cool I guess...", and then he pretty much sat back and watched everything unfold, chillin' like a villain and taking many forms. Mostly though he liked to be a plastic dove. He saw all his creations screw up the world he created, and it pissed him off pretty badly. He thought for centuries about how he could save the world he put so little effort into creating.

     One day, in the late 1990's he came up with a plan. It was about time too, because the world he created was in pretty pitiful condition by this time. He set out to create 5 strong men who would spread his holy name. One of them appearing to be a heretic, but obviously a believer. One of them a natural born leader to guide the prophets. One of them tall and strong willed and convert others. One of them with great musical talents with which to sing and play instruments in the name of Dave, and the last one. Dave's only son. He arranged so that these men would one day come together and use their own talents to spread the word of Dave.

     These young men grew and realized their talents (except for the son of Dave, who had a hard time because he had not yet recognized his true purpose in life). They misused their talents, however, because they did not know that their destiny was the destiny that Dave set for them. They would know in the future that Dave needed them to rid the world of ignorance and stupidity. It would take time, though, for them to be ready for the task at hand.

     By the time these 5 young men were ready for their destiny, the world was even worse than it was before. There had been terrorist attacks, wars, destruction in massive proportions. They were indeed ready at the last minute. The 5 boys had grown to be good friends, and were like family. One day, fate brought them all together, and set them on a journey that would open their eyes to the truth. Open their eyes to Dave.

    They found themselves in their leader's house, discussing the most important of current events, politics, economics, history, and other things of the like. Then, as fate may have it, they embarked on a journey. They started with a trip to a local general store to purchase liquid refreshment, and to win the heart of a fair maiden. They failed miserably at the winning the heart part, but succeeded in buying refreshments. They also caused the son of Dave to smudge a dipping sauce on his trousers. They then headed to a larger store to buy him a new pair of trousers.

     They failed in their quest to acquire new trousers, but had good hearty laughs and made the son wear clothes meant for girls. However, it was here that they discovered The Great Dave. They found him in his usual form, a plastic bird, perched upon a raised surface. They were drawn to him, and immediately knew that it was to be theirs. They did not know why, but they knew it must be.

     They purchased the plastic bird, took him home, and immediately idolized him. They knew that his name was to be Dave, and that he was of great importance. The boys did not truly understand that Dave was of much more importance until much later. The day after their trip to the store, their land was ice-ridden. The plants outside were enveloped in a solid sheet of ice, and the roads were only traversible by foot, because none of their automobiles were equipped to operate on the ice-covered roads.

     The young men grew hungry, and weary of being held inside their home, and by the will of Dave, which they still failed to recognize, decided to embark on a long journey to obtain cheap, delicious food. They left their home and started down the road, talking and laughing, unaware of the great events that awaited them. They would soon find out the true purpose of what was happening.

     They noticed a bird that looked exactly like their plastic bird that was perched upon a telephone wire. Then they realized that this, in fact, WAS their bird, but in the form of a living version of it's plastic form, guarding them, and guiding them. They then began to realize that they had a greater purpose in this journey, and that Dave was more than a mere plastic bird.

     They began to have revelations and realizations that Dave placed in their minds. They came to the conclusion that Dave was the true God, and that they were prophets, since they were the only ones who realized this truth. They then realized that the one with no apparent useful talent must have been the son of Dave, because of the hardships he faced and trials and tribulations. They realized that since he had no talent to offer Dave, he didn't require one, because him simply being among the other prophets was enough to please Dave.

     Then came their true sign that they were led by The Great and Powerful Dave. They noticed on the side of the path a beautiful sight. A useless, disappointing, fresh, beautiful sight. They knew in their hearts that Dave put this there for them, that he loved them, and that he wanted them to cleanse the world of the wrongness that had befallen it.

title: The Book of Dave

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What does the story say about Dave?

answer: The story implies that Dave created the world, but is frustrated with the way it has turned out. He sees a need to fix the world and sends five men on a journey to do just that. Dave is symbolized by a tattooed plastic dove, and he is referred to as The Great and Powerful Dave. He guides and directs the five young men and is ultimately responsible for the events that happen to them.

text: There is no indication in the original text that the plastic dove had tattoos.

refinement: The story implies that Dave created the world, but is frustrated with the way it has turned out. He sees a need to fix the world and sends five men on a journey to do just that. Dave is symbolized by a plastic dove, and he is referred to as The Great and Powerful Dave. He guides and directs the five young men and is ultimately responsible for the events that happen to them.

answer: Dave created the earth, water, animals, and humans. He thought it was cool and sat back watching everything unfold. Dave can take many forms, but he liked to be a plastic dove. When Dave saw that his creations were screwing up the world he put little effort into creating, it pissed him off. For centuries, he thought about how he could save the world. In the late 1990s, when the world was pretty pitiful, Dave set out to create 5 strong men who would spread his word and holy name.

answer: The story says that Dave is the true God, and that the 5 young men are prophets who must cleanse the world of its wrongness. Dave has put signs in their path to steer them on the right path and make them realize the true purpose of their journey.

answer: Dave is the creator of the earth, the universe and humans. He was mostly displeased with all of his creations, which implies that he might not be-not so kind of a god considering he isn't kind, loving and forgiving. He decided to create 5 strong men who would spread his holy name.

text: There is no direct implication from the text that Dave was not a kind god.

refinement: Dave is the creator of the earth, the universe and humans. He was mostly displeased with all of his creations. He decided to create 5 strong men who would spread his holy name.

answer: Dave was the creator of mankind, animals, and the Earth. He liked to take the form of a plastic dove and chill like a villain. When he saw his creation screwing up the world, he decided to come up with a plan of salvation for the world. Later, Dave chose 5 strong men to spread his holy name and one of them was his son. He revealed himself to them as a plastic bird in the end.

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What does the story say about the 5 strong men Dave created?

answer: The story says that the 5 strong men were given by Dave with the purpose of spreading his word and fixing the destruction wrought on the world. The young men realized their destiny and purpose through experience and revelation, and now understand that Dave is the true God.

answer: The story says that the 5 men were created by Dave for a greater purpose. They were to spread the word of Dave and cleanse the world of the wrongness that had befallen it.

answer: Dave created 5 strong men in an effort to save the world he created. These men were supposed to spread the word of Dave and his holy name. The men were different and had unique talents: one was a heretic/believer, one was a natural-born leader, one had great musical talents, while the other one was strong-willed and tall. The last one was Dave's only son. They misused their talents at first because they didn't know the destiny Dave set for them. Dave needed them to rid the world of ignorance and stupidity.

answer: Dave created the 5 strong men to spread his holy name. One of them a heretic but believes in Dave. One of them tall and strong, strong-willed and convert others to Dave. One of them has great musical talents to sing and play the instruments in the name of Dave. The last one was Dave's only son and wasn't able to show his talents until it was too late.

text: There is no indication from the original text that Dave's son showcased his talents when it was "too late."

refinement: Dave created the 5 strong men to spread his holy name. One of them a heretic but believes in Dave. One of them tall and strong, strong-willed and convert others to Dave. One of them has great musical talents to sing and play the instruments in the name of Dave. The last one was Dave's only son.

text: The response lacks one more man. The man who was a natural born leader.

refinement: Dave created the 5 strong men to spread his holy name. One of them a heretic but believes in Dave. One of them tall and strong, strong-willed and convert others to Dave. One of them has great musical talents to sing and play the instruments in the name of Dave. Another, a natural-born leader to guide the prophets. The last one was Dave's only son.

answer: In the late 1990's, Dave decided to create 5 strong men in order to spread his holy name. He had created the world and people in it, but he wanted a way to cleanse it and save it from extinction. Dave needed a group of holy warriors who were not afraid to mix it up, a group of scientists and theologians dedicated to furthering his cause, and an artist to transmit Dave's message. Dave sculpted these 5 prophets from the island, Puerto Rico, on the day of hurricane Mitch. He was making the exact kind of tools he needed. Each had a specific purpose, a specific blessing and curse, and each was given their holy name, Dave.

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What does the story say about Dave's only son?

answer: The story suggests that the son of Dave was initially unaware of his true destiny. As the story progresses, the young men realize that Dave needs them to rid the world of ignorance and stupidity. It is eventually revealed that the one without apparent useful talents is Dave's son, because he was simply meant to accompany the more talented prophets for the sake of pleasing Dave.

answer: Dave's only son was among the five grown prophets who were chosen to spread Dave's holy name. It was established that the prophets must first use their own talents to spread the God's holy name. They failed to recognize the different purposes of each prophet. His son was the one with no apparent useful talent.

answer: Dave's only son is part of the 5 strong men Dave created to rid the world of ignorance and stupidity by spreading the word of Dave. Dave's only son had a hard time realizing his talents because he didn't recognize his true purpose in life. When they embarked on a journey to purchase liquid refreshments and win the heart of a fair maiden, the son of Dave smudged dipping sauce on his trousers and they had to go to a larger store to buy him a new pair. However, there were no trousers available and the son of Dave had to wear clothes meant for girls.

answer: The story says that the son of Dave did not initially realize his true purpose in life, but that he would later realize that his destiny was to be part of the group of young men who would rid the world of ignorance and stupidity. He was the last of the 5 young men and his lack of apparent talent would not be enough to please Dave.

text: Dave's son's lack of talent was enough to please Dave.

refinement: The story says that the son of Dave did not initially realize his true purpose in life, but that he would later realize that his destiny was to be part of the group of young men who would rid the world of ignorance and stupidity. He was the last of the 5 young men and his lack of apparent talent does not affect his inclusion in the group. Being Dave's son, he didn't require a special talent.

answer: Dave's only son does some "dabbling" (the text doesn't specify what his interests are) that brings Dave's creations all together.

text: The response makes no accurate description of Dave's son.

refinement: Dave's only son does some "dabbling" (the text doesn't specify what his interests are) that brings Dave's creations all together. Despite his lack of talent, being Dave's son makes him special and worth to walk among the other prophets.


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COMPUTATIONAL CRIMINOLOGY is an interdisciplinary field which uses computing science methods to formally define criminology concepts, improve our understanding of complex phenomena, and generate solutions for related problems.

Methods

Computing science methods being used include:

-   Algorithms
-   Data Mining
-   Data Structures
-   Formal Methods
-   Software Development Process

Areas of usage

Computational criminology is interdisciplinary in the sense that both criminologists and computing scientists work together to ensure that computational models properly match their theoretical and real-world counterparts. Areas of criminology for which computational approaches are being used include:

-   Environmental Criminology
-   Identity Theft
-   Justice

Forensics

Computational forensics (CF) is a quantitative approach to the methodology of the forensic sciences. It involves computer-based modeling, computer simulation, analysis, and recognition in studying and solving problems posed in various forensic disciplines. CF integrates expertise from computational science and forensic sciences.

A broad range of objects, substances and processes are investigated, which are mainly based on pattern evidence, such as toolmarks, fingerprints, shoeprints, documents etc.,[1] but also physiological and behavioral patterns, DNA, digital evidence and crime scenes.

Computational methods find a place in the forensic sciences in several ways,[2][3][4][5][6] as for example:

-   rigorous quantification of individuality,
-   definition and establishment of likelihood ratio,
-   increase of efficiency and effectiveness in daily forensic casework.

Algorithms implemented are from the fields of signal and image processing, computer vision,[7] computer graphics, data visualization, statistical pattern recognition, data mining, machine learning, and robotics.

Computer forensics (also referred to as “digital forensics” or “forensic information technology”) is one specific discipline that could use computational science to study digital evidence. COMPUTATIONAL FORENSICS examines diverse types of evidence.

Forensic animation

Forensic animation is a branch of forensic science in which audio-visual reconstructions of incidents or accidents are created to aid investigators. Examples include the use of computer animation, stills, and other audio visual aids. Application of computer animation in courtrooms today is becoming more popular.

The first use of forensic animation was in _Connors v. United States_, both sides used computer re-creations and animations in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 on August 2, 1985.[8] The crash resulted in the deaths of 137 people and extensive property damage.[9] In the resulting lawsuit a method was required to explain complicated information and situations to the jury. As part of the plaintiff presentation, a 45-minute computer generated presentation was created to explain the intricacies of the evidence and thus began forensic animation.[10]

The first reported use of computer animation in a U.S. criminal trial was in the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide trial of James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers)[11] The prosecution used the animation to explain the complex details of the shooting incident to the jury. It showed the positions of James Mitchell, Artie Mitchell (the victim), the bullet impact points, and the path taken by bullets as they entered Artie's body. The animation was admitted, over objection by the defense, and the case resulted in a conviction. The use of the animation was upheld on appeal and the success of the forensic animation led to its use in many other trials. In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi in 2008 used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings (Batla house encounter case).[12]

[1] S. N. Srihari, “Beyond CSI: The Rise of Computational Forensics”, IEEE Spectrum , pp. 38-43, December 2010.

[2] Computational Forensics Project - Automated Reconstruction of Human Faces (Archival page 6/2002 )

[3]  DIO 10.1109/TCAD.2004.828122

[4] Propelled Into Computational Forensics by 9/11, NCBI Preps QA Software to ID Katrina Victims (November 28, 2005)

[5]  DOI 10.1109/IAS.2007.84.

[6] Book Announcement: _Statistical DNA Forensics: Theory, Methods and Computation_ (January 2008), Researchandmarkets.com

[7] {{ cite journal | url = http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~huangyz/cvpr08_Huang.pdf | title = Demosaicking recognition with applications in digital photo authentication based on a quadratic pixel correlation model | author = YiZhen Huang | author2 = YangJing Long | name-list-style = amp | journal = Proc. IEEE Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition | year = 2008 | pages = 1–8 | url-status = dead | archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20100617081150/http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~huangyz/cvpr08_Huang.pdf | archivedate = 2010-06-17 }}

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title: Computational criminology

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

Summarize the real-world examples of the apllication of computational criminology.

answer:
Computational criminology is used to improve our understanding of complex phenomena. It uses computing science methods to formally define criminology concepts and generate solutions for related problems. Areas of criminology for which computational approaches are being used include environmental criminology, identity theft, and justice.

Computational forensics is a quantitative approach to the methodology of the forensic sciences. It involves computer-based modeling, computer simulation, analysis, and recognition in studying and solving problems posed in various forensic disciplines. A broad range of objects, substances, and processes are investigated, which are mainly based on pattern evidence, such as toolmarks, fingerprints, shoeprints, documents, etc. Computer methods find a place in the forensic sciences in several ways, as for example: rigorous quantification of individuality, definition and establishment of likelihood ratio, increase of efficiency and effectiveness in daily forensic casework.

Forensic animation is a branch of forensic science in which audio-visual reconstructions of incidents or accidents are created to aid investigators.

text: The response includes extraneous information not useful for the task.

refinement:
Computational criminology is used to improve our understanding of complex phenomena. It uses computing science methods to formally define criminology concepts and generate solutions for related problems. Areas of criminology for which computational approaches are being used include environmental criminology, identity theft, and justice.

Forensic animation is a branch of forensic science in which audio-visual reconstructions of incidents or accidents are created to aid investigators.

answer: The two primary areas which could be improved by the application of computational criminology - identity theft and the area forensic science called computational forensics. This field uses digital information as well as real-world data to derive inferences about crime.

text: The response inaccurately mentions that the ares can be improved, however it is not evidenced in the passage.

refinement: The two primary areas which use the application of computational criminology - identity theft and the area forensic science called computational forensics. This field uses digital information as well as real-world data to derive inferences about crime.

answer:
Computational criminology is used to improve our understanding of complex phenomena. It uses computing science methods to formally define criminology concepts and generate solutions for related problems. Areas of criminology for which computational approaches are being used include environmental criminology, identity theft, and justice.

Computational forensics is a quantitative approach to the methodology of the forensic sciences. It involves computer-based modeling, computer simulation, analysis, and recognition in studying and solving problems posed in various forensic disciplines. A broad range of objects, substances, and processes are investigated, which are mainly based on pattern evidence, such as toolmarks, fingerprints, shoeprints, documents, etc. Computer methods find a place in the forensic sciences in several ways, as for example: rigorous quantification of individuality, definition and establishment of likelihood ratio, increase of efficiency and effectiveness in daily forensic casework.

Forensic animation is a branch of forensic science in which audio-visual reconstructions of incidents or accidents are created to aid investigators.

answer: One area of application is the use of algorithms to improve efficiency and effectiveness of casework. Another is the use of forensic data mining and digital image processing for crime scene reconstruction and forensic animation, to reconstruct a crime scene as it might exist.

answer: Computational criminology applies to many areas of criminology. The first use of forensic animation was in Connors v. United States in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 in 1985. The prosecution used the animation to explain the complex details of the shooting incident to the jury. It showed the positions of James Mitchell, Artie Mitchell (the victim), the bullet impact points, and the path taken by bullets as they entered Artie's body. The animation was admitted, over objection by the defense, and the case resulted in a conviction. The use of the animation was upheld on appeal and the success of the forensic animation led to its use in many other trials.

text: The response misses to mention that the James Mitchell case was the first reported use of computer animation.

refinement:
Computational criminology applies to many areas of criminology. The first use of forensic animation was in Connors v. United States in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 in 1985.
The first use of computer animation was when the prosecution used the animation to explain the complex details of the shooting incident to the jury. It showed the positions of James Mitchell, Artie Mitchell (the victim), the bullet impact points, and the path taken by bullets as they entered Artie's body. The animation was admitted, over objection by the defense, and the case resulted in a conviction. The use of the animation was upheld on appeal and the success of the forensic animation led to its use in many other trials.

answer: The two primary areas which could be improved by the application of computational criminology - identity theft and the forensic sciences.

text: The response inaccurately mentions that the areas could be improved, however these details are not mentioned in the text.

refinement: The two primary areas which use the application of computational criminology - identity theft and the forensic sciences.

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What does the article say about the drawbacks of computational forensics?

answer: No answer

answer: The article does not mention any drawbacks.

answer: No answer

answer: No answer

answer: No answer

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

Summarize everything related to specific crimes.

answer: Abusing computer security: Identify theft, maliciously leaking trade secrets, probing for weaknesses, compromising a computer system, social engineering for monetary gain, scamming people. It's about masquerading as someone else.

text: The response mentions details that are not evidenced in the text.

refinement: Abusing computer security: Identify theft.

text: The response misses to mention specific crimes from the passage.

refinement:
Abusing computer security: Identify theft. The first reported use of computer animation in a U.S. criminal trial was in the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide trial of James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers). The prosecution used the animation to explain the complex details of the shooting incident to the jury.
In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi in 2008 used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings.

answer: No answer

text: The response misses to answer the question in the task.

refinement:
The first reported use of computer animation in a U.S. criminal trial was in the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide trial of James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers). The prosecution used the animation to explain the complex details of the shooting incident to the jury.
In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi in 2008 used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings (Batla house encounter case).

answer: One case of murder and one case of terrorism were used as an example of how forensic animation can be used in courtrooms. The first case was Connors v. United States, which involved the crash of Delta Flight 191. The second case was the murder of Artie Mitchell. The third case was the Batla House encounter killings.

text: The response mentions the Connors case which was not a crime.

refinement: One case of murder and one case of terrorism were used as an example of how forensic animation can be used in courtrooms. The first case was the murder of Artie Mitchell. The second case was the Batla House encounter killings.

answer: Two cases of murder and one case of terrorism were used as an example of how forensic animation can be used in courtrooms. The first case was Connors v. United States, which involved the crash of Delta Flight 191. The second case was the murder of Artie Mitchell. The third case was the Batla House encounter killings.

text: The response mentions the Connors case which was not a crime.

refinement: One cases of murder and one case of terrorism were used as an example of how forensic animation can be used in courtrooms. The first case was the murder of Artie Mitchell. The second case was the Batla House encounter killings.

answer: There are three specific crimes the article mentions. In Connors v. United States, both sides used computer re-creations and animations in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 on August 2, 1985, killing 137 people. In the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide, the victimes were James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers). In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings (Batla house encounter case).

text: The response inaccurately mentions James Mitchell as the victim, however he was the defendant.

refinement: There are three specific crimes the article mentions. In Connors v. United States, both sides used computer re-creations and animations in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 on August 2, 1985, killing 137 people. In the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide, the homicide trial of James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers). In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings (Batla house encounter case).

text: The response mentions the Connors case which was not a crime.

refinement: There are two specific crimes the article mentions. In the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide, the homicide trial of James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers). In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings (Batla house encounter case).

answer: The first use of forensic animation was in Connors v. United States, both sides used computer re-creations and animations in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 on August 2, 1985. The crash resulted in the deaths of 137 people and extensive property damage. In the resulting lawsuit a method was required to explain complicated information and situations to the jury. As part of the plaintiff presentation, a 45-minute computer generated presentation was created to explain the intricacies of the evidence and thus began forensic animation.

text: The response misses to mention the murder of Artie Mitchell and the terrorism case in India.

refinement:
The first use of forensic animation was in Connors v. United States, both sides used computer re-creations and animations in a case surrounding the crash of Delta Flight 191 on August 2, 1985. The crash resulted in the deaths of 137 people and extensive property damage. In the resulting lawsuit a method was required to explain complicated information and situations to the jury. As part of the plaintiff presentation, a 45-minute computer generated presentation was created to explain the intricacies of the evidence and thus began forensic animation.
The first reported use of computer animation in a U.S. criminal trial was in the 1991 Marin County, CA homicide trial of James Mitchell (of the porno-businessman Mitchell Brothers). The prosecution used the animation to explain the complex details of the shooting incident to the jury.
In India Prof. T D Dogra at AIIMS New Delhi in 2008 used animation to explain the court of law and investigating agencies first time in two important cases of firearm injuries, case of Murder and Terrorist encounter killings.


text:
My brother wrote this a few years back. I always thought it was amazing and should be exposed to more people...Enjoy.

IT'S 'A BREAKIN 'A NEWS!

Early this morning the body of Mario Mario was found in his Venetian penthouse.  Health officials at the scene classified the cause of death as heart attack.  It is reported that Mario has suffered from mild obesity, high cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes for several decades.  It has long been alleged by Mario’s former mistress, Daisy, that he continued use of mind-altering mushrooms long after rehab.

The particular fungus is commonly found under the droppings of goombas.  Mario repeatedly insisted that he had not taken mushrooms in several years, and when he did, use was always medicinal.  Since they are smuggled into the country by Lakitus, police have yet been able to apprehend any suspects to prove illegal activity.  Whether mushrooms or any other foreign substance played a role in the iconic hero’s death is yet to be determined.  Coroners will run a toxicology screening when the autopsy is performed tomorrow.

Meanwhile, a candlelight vigil is being held in front of Mario’s home; it is led by his beloved but infinitely jealous brother, Luigi Mario.  He declined comment to Channel 120 news, but he addressed the vigil’s supporters with a poem written on the back of a letter from princess peach:

Oh, oh! – Mario.
How did it come to this?
You always appeared most resilient.
Jumping, sprinting, you would swim a mile.
Always, ever-glowing,
A virtual, gleaming smile.

Oh, oh!  My Mario.
Who knew the effect of being consumed,
Transparent, gliding mushrooms?
A staple of your diet, indeed.
Fitting for a Reptilian Fiend.
How they did make you grow.
And you grew – and grew!
Birthed forth, as from a glowing green egg
Was popularity for you.

Oh, oh! Your Mario.
How age knocks,
Sprouting like a heavenward beanstalk.
But, we must admit, we always saw it approaching,
On the horizon, in the loam.
You’re now driving, everlasting,
On Rainbow Road.
Worries, perils no longer.
Of suffering not a spell.
No need to look behind,
For an impending turtle shell.

Oh – oh!  Our Mario.
In 1985, you touched
A star in the sky.
We thought your influence would
Never deplete.
But, like with all glowing stars,
The music must sometime cease.
Your journey now – complete.

But, were I not to loudly sing, that
For just one more level,
I would gladly trade five times twenty –
Nay!  A thousand golden, precious bling.
Were this desire not to sound, would be for me
As a liar to be found.

Goodbye, Mario.
Now, at this stone, beneath
Which your legacy we lowered,
I lay aloft – three flowers:
One red, one white, one blue –
The token shades of your adorned costume.
Not of flowers that spring and bite
(Though, I’m sure of them you would surely smite)!
These are flowers of peace,
Flowers of an end.
We are sorry, Mario.
Save the princess,
You will not do again.

title: Mario's Eulogy, first time posting here.

question: How old was Mario when he died?

answer: Mario was 64 when he died.

text: Information not provided.

answer: Mario was in his 60s when he died.

text: Information not provided.

answer: Information not found.

question: Where did Mario die?

answer: Venetian penthouse

answer: In his Venetian penthouse

text: No content

question: Why did Mario die?

answer: He died from a heart attack regardless of other things such as the fact that he suffered from mild obesity, high cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes for several decades and that he stuck to eating mushrooms.

answer: Mario died of a heart attack.

answer: He had a heart attack.

question: Was his brother upset that Mario died?

text: No content.

refinement: Yes, he wrote a eulogy enclosed with the story.

answer: Yes, his brother is upset that Mario has passed away. Luigi is angry because Mario had a brush with death before.

text: Unclear where this inference is coming from

refinement: Yes, his brother is upset that Mario has passed away. He composed an entire eulogy to be included in the poem

answer: It seems like it

question: Write a ~3 sentence summary.

answer: Mario died of a heart attack in his home. It is suspected that his habit of consuming magic mushrooms influenced this. at his funeral, his brother Luigi reads a poem.

text: CAPITALIZATION ERROR

refinement: Mario died of a heart attack in his home. It is suspected that his habit of consuming magic mushrooms influenced this. At his funeral, his brother Luigi reads a poem.

answer: Mario's body gets found in his Venetian dead in an apparent heart attack. The cause of death is a bit unclear, however, with several past concerns. Mario has used illegal substances in the past and it is uncertain if this is connected to his death.

answer: Mario, a beloved character, dies from heart attack following several decades of heart disease. The media is speculating it may have been the side effects of his known fondness for mind-altering mushrooms. It uses nearby decorations and circumstances to bittersweetly pay their respects

answer: A memorial candlelight vigil is being held for Mario, a hero, after his body is found, attributed to heart attack by health officials. His surviving brother, Luigi, writes a eulogy largely reflecting on Mario as a hero. Such a sad loss for poor Mario.

text: It should be a loss for Luigi, not Mario

refinement: A memorial candlelight vigil is being held for Mario, a hero, after his body is found, attributed to heart attack by health officials. His surviving brother, Luigi, writes a eulogy largely reflecting on Mario as a hero. Such a sad loss for poor Luigi.

answer: Mario is found dead in his exotic Venetian penthouse. A toxicology screening will be run to find out if mushrooms or any other foreign substance played a role in his death. Mario's brother and former lover read a poem at his funeral.

text: Luigi is not Mario's lover

refinement: Mario is found dead in his exotic Venetian penthouse. A toxicology screening will be run to find out if mushrooms or any other foreign substance played a role in his death. Mario's brother Luigi reads a poem at his funeral.

answer: Mario, an iconic hero who has served as a personification of video game culture for more than three decades, has died. He is given a candlelight vigil. He suffered from high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes, with some speculating illegal activities could play a role in his death, such as using mind-altering mushrooms.


text:
from the _you-now-have-two-shots-to-de-escalate-the-situation_ dept

Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times. In response, the police department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future. On the positive side, the reform efforts include training that will hopefully lead to fewer tense situations being resolved by officers emptying their weapons in the direction of their target.

  _Recruits must attend two-hour classes on de-escalation tactics, which teach how to deal with people in crisis, consider proportional force options, respect the sanctity of life and slow down incidents when possible._

This is undercut, however, by a new policy so completely asinine even _I'm_ against it, despite my theoretical ownership of timcushinghatescops.com.

  _New pistol training guidelines require police recruits to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots._

In what is likely to be referred to as the "Barney Fife Rule," officers will only be allowed to shoot two bullets at a time, no matter what the situation is.

In some cases, this won't be enough bullets. In far too many cases, this will still be too _many_ bullets. The push towards de-escalation is undermined by a permission slip that says two (2) bullets may be fired per officer (at minimum) even if the situation would be better served by the methods discussed in the mandatory training session officers slept through/mocked/interrupted with logical questions like "the hell is this two-bullet limit?"

In the case of Mario Woods -- who was shot 21 times by five officers -- he'd have only been killed by _ten_ bullets. I suppose this is how the SFPD has chosen to interpret "less-lethal force." On the plus side, surrounding homes/citizens are far less likely to be the recipients of wayward bullets. And it will definitely make it very difficult for any officers pulling a "Brelo" to explain why they unloaded 49 bullets in 30 seconds at a suspect from point-blank range.

What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer. In exchange, it does nearly nothing to lessen the danger of being a citizen. Lose-lose. The correct response would be to throw the entire weight of the PD's upper echelon behind de-escalation training.

A two-hour class officers are forced to attend won't make the message stick. What will make it stick are rules that make it explicitly clear that lethal force is a last resort -- something that should be used only very rarely. Any shooting should be accompanied by a raft of paperwork and a full investigation, overseen by an independent review team. The "shoot first and shoot often" mentality is only partly addressed by the two-bullet limit, which itself is illogical, unworkable and -- at worst -- a guaranteed way to avoid additional scrutiny for questionable shootings. After all, if only two bullets were used (and it only takes one to kill/maim someone), then it's a by-the-book shooting that warrants no further examination.

If nothing else, the fact that the policy can so readily be linked to an incompetent law enforcement officer depicted in a Golden Era TV show should have been enough to deter the SFPD from moving forward with the initiative. It should have limited itself to altering the mindset of its officers, rather than giving them a two-bullet "out" that undercuts the department's "will this do?" approach to de-escalation.

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Filed Under: de-escalation, police brutality, police violence, san francisco, sfpd, training, two bullets

question: Where does the incident take place?

answer: The incident takes place in San Francisco.

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

answer: San Francisco

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

answer: San Francisco.

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

answer: San Francisco

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

question: What happened?

answer: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future.

text: 'this sort of "interaction"' should be changed to the more specific 'use of deadly force': 'which teach how to deal with people in crisis, consider proportional force options, respect the sanctity of life and slow down incidents when possible.'

refinement: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced reforms meant to keep use of deadly force to a minimum in the future.

text: 'In response, the police department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future.' '

answer: Five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

answer: Five San Francisco police officers surround Mario Woods, a man armed with a knife, and shot him 21 times.

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

answer: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced new policies meant to de-escalate tense situations, but one of the new policies allows officers to shoot only two bullets at a time, regardless of the situation. This policy is seen as undermining the de-escalation efforts, as it could lead to more unnecessary shootings.

text: 'This policy is seen as undermining the de-escalation efforts, as it could lead to more unnecessary shootings.' is not needed

refinement: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced new policies meant to de-escalate tense situations, but one of the new policies allows officers to shoot only two bullets at a time, regardless of the situation.

text: ', regardless of the situation' is not really needed

refinement: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced new policies meant to de-escalate tense situations, but one of the new policies allows officers to shoot only two bullets at a time.

text: ', but one of the new policies' should be  'that'

refinement: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced new policies meant to de-escalate tense situations that allow officers to shoot only two bullets at a time.

text: 'In response, the police department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future.'

text: 'What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer.'

question: How did the SFPD react to the excessive use of force (shooting) incident?

answer: The SFPD has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future.

text: 'this sort of "interaction"' should be 'deadly use of force'

refinement: The SFPD has introduced reforms meant to keep deadly use of force to a minimum in the future.

text: 'In response, the police department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future.'

answer: Recruits must attend two-hour classes on de-escalation and pistol training guidelines that require police officers to fire at targets only when they hear the word "threat" and only shoot two rounds at a time no matter the situation.

text: the words 'learn new' would enhance the clarity of the sentence.

refinement: Recruits must attend two-hour classes on de-escalation and learn new pistol training guidelines that require police officers to fire at targets only when they hear the word "threat" and only shoot two rounds at a time no matter the situation.

text: '_Recruits must attend two-hour classes on de-escalation tactics'

text: 'New pistol training guidelines require police recruits to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots'

answer: The SFPD introduced reforms in order to reduce the number of incidents where officers shoot their weapons, but these reforms were undermined by a new policy that limits officers to shooting only two bullets at a time.

text: 'New pistol training guidelines require police recruits to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots.'

answer: They introduced reforms to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future.

text: 'this sort of "interaction" should be 'deadly use of force'

refinement: They introduced reforms to keep deadly use of force to a minimum in the future.

text: 'Recruits must attend two-hour classes on de-escalation tactics, which teach how to deal with people in crisis'

question: What effect does the rule have?

answer: The rule makes it more dangerous to be a police officer.

text: The proposed effect is only speculation by the author.

refinement: The author argues the rule makes it more dangerous to be a police officer.

text: 'What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer.'

answer: The rule makes it more dangerous for police officers to do their job, as they are limited to only two bullets per situation. It also makes it more dangerous for citizens, as they are more likely to be shot by officers who are limited to only two bullets.

text: 'On the plus side, surrounding homes/citizens are far less likely to be the recipients of wayward bullets.' suggests citizens are marginally safer. Should say 'does little to reduce risk to citizens.'

refinement: The rule makes it more dangerous for police officers to do their job, as they are limited to only two bullets per situation. It does little to reduce risk to citizens, as they are more likely to be shot by officers who are limited to only two bullets.

text: 'What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer. In exchange, it does nearly nothing to lessen the danger of being a citizen.'

answer: It makes it more dangerous to be a police officer.

text: 'According to the author' should be added

refinement: According to the author, it makes it more dangerous to be a police officer.

text: 'What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer.'

answer: The rule makes it more dangerous to be a police officer and does nothing to lessen the danger of being a citizen.

text: Citizens are less likely to be hit by stray bullets ('On the plus side, surrounding homes/citizens are far less likely to be the recipients of wayward bullets.') so 'nothing' would be 'little'

refinement: The rule makes it more dangerous to be a police officer and does little to lessen the danger of being a citizen.

text: 'May' should be added to the first sentence.

refinement: The rule may make it more dangerous to be a police officer and does little to lessen the danger of being a citizen.

text: 'What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer.'

text: 'On the plus side, surrounding homes/citizens are far less likely to be the recipients of wayward bullets.'

question: Write a ~4 sentence summary.

answer: The author of the article is critical of the new police training guidelines that require officers to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots. The author believes that this will not be enough bullets in some cases and too many bullets in others. The author believes that the two-bullet limit is illogical, unworkable, and a guaranteed way to avoid additional scrutiny for questionable shootings. The author believes that the new policy will make it more dangerous to be a police officer and does nothing to lessen the danger of being a citizen.

text: 'The author believes that the two-bullet limit is illogical, unworkable, and a guaranteed way to avoid additional scrutiny for questionable shootings. ' is not useful for the summary

refinement: The author of the article is critical of the new police training guidelines that require officers to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots. The author believes that this will not be enough bullets in some cases and too many bullets in others.  The author believes that the new policy will make it more dangerous to be a police officer and does nothing to lessen the danger of being a citizen.

text: The answer should mention that the reforms come in the wake of a major police shooting.

refinement: The author of the article is critical of the new police training guidelines that require officers to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots. The reforms come after a major shooting incident involving police. The author believes that this will not be enough bullets in some cases and too many bullets in others.  The author believes that the new policy will make it more dangerous to be a police officer and does nothing to lessen the danger of being a citizen.

text: 'This is undercut, however, by a new policy so completely asinine even _I'm_ against it'

text: 'In some cases, this won't be enough bullets. In far too many cases, this will still be too _many_ bullets. '

text: 'The "shoot first and shoot often" mentality is only partly addressed by the two-bullet limit, which itself is illogical, unworkable and -- at worst -- a guaranteed way to avoid additional scrutiny for questionable shootings.'

answer: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future. On the positive side, the reform efforts include training that will hopefully lead to fewer tense situations being resolved by officers emptying their weapons in the direction of their target.

text: 'this sort of "interaction"' should be 'deadly use of force'

refinement: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced reforms meant to keep deadly use of force to a minimum in the future. On the positive side, the reform efforts include training that will hopefully lead to fewer tense situations being resolved by officers emptying their weapons in the direction of their target.

text: The summary should mention the killing of Mario Woods.

refinement: Two months after the killing of Mario Woods by police, the author discusses reforms that the San Francisco Police Department has introduced, meant to keep deadly use of force to a minimum in the future. On the positive side, the reform efforts include training that will hopefully lead to fewer tense situations being resolved by officers emptying their weapons in the direction of their target.

text: The answer should mention the author's purpose in the article.

refinement: Two months after the killing of Mario Woods by police, the author discusses reforms that the San Francisco Police Department has introduced, meant to keep deadly use of force to a minimum in the future. On the positive side, the reform efforts include training that will hopefully lead to fewer tense situations being resolved by officers emptying their weapons in the direction of their target. The author also discusses the downside of the new reforms.

text: 'In response, the police department has introduced reforms meant to keep this sort of "interaction" to a minimum in the future. '

text: 'On the positive side, the reform efforts include training that will hopefully lead to fewer tense situations being resolved by officers emptying their weapons in the direction of their target.'

answer: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced reforms in response to a shooting where five officers fired 21 shots at a man, but the new policy of only allowing two shots before reassessing the situation is seen as a step backwards. The new policy is seen as dangerous for both citizens and officers, as it gives officers a "get out of jail free" card for questionable shootings.

text: Answer should mention that the opinions are those of the author.

refinement: The San Francisco Police Department has introduced reforms in response to a shooting where five officers fired 21 shots at a man, but the new policy of only allowing two shots before reassessing the situation is seen as a step backwards, according to the author. The new policy is seen as dangerous for both citizens and officers, as it gives officers a "get out of jail free" card for questionable shootings.

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

text: 'This is undercut, however, by a new policy so completely asinine even _I'm_ against it,'

text: 'New pistol training guidelines require police recruits to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets, to shoot only two rounds at a time, and to stop and reassess threats after every two shots'

answer: According to the report, five San Francisco police officers surround Mario Woods, a man armed with a knife, and shot him 21 times, which is clearly excessive use of lethal force. Public outcry led the SFPD to implement mandatory two-hour classes on de-escalation for recruits. Police officers also must follow new training guidelines where they can only fire at targets after hearing the word "threat" and they can only fire two rounds at a time, before stopping to reassess the situation, regardless of the circumstances. However, the new two-shot rule makes it more dangerous for police officers because they won't be able to respond to heavily armed threats with an equal amount of force.

text: 'The author argues' should be added.

refinement: According to the report, five San Francisco police officers surround Mario Woods, a man armed with a knife, and shot him 21 times, which is clearly excessive use of lethal force. Public outcry led the SFPD to implement mandatory two-hour classes on de-escalation for recruits. Police officers also must follow new training guidelines where they can only fire at targets after hearing the word "threat" and they can only fire two rounds at a time, before stopping to reassess the situation, regardless of the circumstances. However, the author argues the new two-shot rule makes it more dangerous for police officers because they won't be able to respond to heavily armed threats with an equal amount of force.

text: 'Two months ago, five San Francisco police officers surrounded a man armed with a knife and shot him 21 times.'

text: 'Recruits must attend two-hour classes on de-escalation tactics, which teach how to deal with people in crisis, consider proportional force options'

text: 'New pistol training guidelines require police recruits to hear the command "threat" before they fire at targets'

text: 'What the rule does, unfortunately, is make it more dangerous to be a police officer'


text:
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THE BULK OF NHS STAFF IN SCOTLAND HAVE BEEN OFFERED A 9% PAY RISE, SPREAD ACROSS THREE YEARS.

The offer, to staff like nurses and midwives who earn under £80,000 a year, is being considered by NHS unions.

Scottish Health Secretary Shona Robison said she was "proud" to be offering a pay rise which "not only matches the NHS England deal, but exceeds it".

The offer would not affect doctors, dentists or senior managers. Staff consultations will run until 15 August.

Major trade unions including Unison and the bodies representing nurses and midwives welcomed the offer as "the best that could be expected in the current climate".

However, the GMB union said it would not recommend members accept the offer as it is "not a credible prescription for tackling a decade of austerity on staff".

'Significant rise'

The pay rise would be linked to changes to terms and conditions, including sickness leave policy and career progression, which will have to be agreed by December 2018.

Many staff have already been given a 3% pay rise for the current year, which was recently announced by Nicola Sturgeon at the SNP conference.

This could now be extended across three years, with 147,000 staff earning up to £80,000 receiving a minimum uplift of 9%. Workers who are not at the top of their wage band could see bigger increases, depending on where they sit in the pay scale.

Those earning above £80,000 will be given a flat-rate increase of £1,600 a year.

image captionHealth Secretary Shona Robison said the pay offer would help make the NHS an attractive employer

More than a million NHS workers in England are receiving a three-year pay deal worth 6.5% after staff voted in favour of that offer in June.

Ms Robison said she was "delighted" to be making the offer in the 70th anniversary year of the health service.

She said: "Our NHS is built on the dedication and hard work of healthcare staff up and down the country. They are our health service's beating heart, and I'm proud to be offering them this significant pay rise in recognition of the work they do caring for the people of Scotland.

"We're doing all we can to recruit new talent and retain existing staff, ensuring NHS Scotland has the right skills and experience to meet future demand and rising expectations. Today's announcement will help make our NHS an attractive employment option for many."

'A good deal'

The pay proposal will now be put to staff in a consultation running from 2 July to 15 August.

Unison Scotland, which represents 60,000 NHS workers, said the deal was "not perfect", but would "put money in our members' pockets now".

They said the offer on the table was "the best that can be achieved through negotiation", and recommended staff accept it.

image copyrightScience Photo Library

This was echoed by Royal College of Nursing Scotland director Theresa Fyffe, who said: "This is the largest pay rise offered to nurses in 10 years, and we believe it is the best deal that can be achieved through negotiation at this time.

"It is now time for members to make up their own minds on whether to accept or reject it."

Royal College of Midwives Scotland negotiator Emma Currer said the offer would see staff get "a real increase in their pay after years of pay freezes and stagnation".

She added: "This is something the RCM and other unions have been fighting for. This is a good deal and one that we believe is the best that can be achieved in the current economic climate. However, we also see this as the starting point for better pay for NHS staff, not the end point."

'Not good enough'

However, the GMB union said it would not be recommending members accept the offer, saying it offered no guarantees that it would match the cost of living and would "commit staff to a programme of as yet undefined reforms to terms and conditions".

Senior organiser Drew Duffy said: "This is not a credible prescription for tackling a decade of austerity on staff working harder than ever to keep our NHS running day in day out.

"Neither should the Scottish government play diversionary politics by trying to justify this offer off the back of the real-terms pay cut for the NHS in England. That's just not good enough."

The Scottish Conservatives welcomed the offer, saying it was needed to offset tax rises in Scotland, while Labour said it was "essential" a longer-term settlement was reached.

-   NHS Scotland

question: Who qualifies for this pay raise?

answer: Staff such a nurses and midwives who earn under £80,000 a year.

answer: The pay raise is being offered to NHS staff earning under £80,000 a year. This includes nurses and midwives.

text: The offer, to staff like nurses and midwives who earn under £80,000 a year, is being considered by NHS unions.

answer: Staff like nurses and midwives who earn under £80,000 a year.

text: The offer, to staff like nurses and midwives who earn under £80,000 a year, is being considered by NHS unions.

answer: Nurses, midwives, and other NHS staff who earn less than £80,000 a year.

text: The offer, to staff like nurses and midwives who earn under £80,000 a year, is being considered by NHS unions.

question: What is the GMB union's recommendation to members?

answer: That they do not accept the offer.

text: However, the GMB union said it would not recommend members accept the offer as it is "not a credible prescription for tackling a decade of austerity on staff".

answer: The GMB union is not recommending that members accept the proposed 9% pay rise, saying it is not a "credible prescription" for tackling austerity on staff.

text: However, the GMB union said it would not recommend members accept the offer as it is "not a credible prescription for tackling a decade of austerity on staff".

answer: The GMB union is not recommending members accept the offer.

text: However, the GMB union said it would not recommend members accept the offer as it is "not a credible prescription for tackling a decade of austerity on staff".

answer: The GMB union is not recommending members accept the offer.

text: However, the GMB union said it would not recommend members accept the offer as it is "not a credible prescription for tackling a decade of austerity on staff".

question: Which union recommends that workers accept the offer?

answer: Unison Scotland.

text: Major trade unions including Unison and the bodies representing nurses and midwives welcomed the offer as "the best that could be expected in the current climate".

answer: Unison Scotland.

text: Major trade unions including Unison and the bodies representing nurses and midwives welcomed the offer as "the best that could be expected in the current climate".

answer: Unison Scotland

text: Major trade unions including Unison and the bodies representing nurses and midwives welcomed the offer as "the best that could be expected in the current climate".

answer: Unison Scotland

text: Major trade unions including Unison and the bodies representing nurses and midwives welcomed the offer as "the best that could be expected in the current climate".

question: Which political party approves of the offer?

answer: The Scottish Conservatives

text: The Scottish Conservatives welcomed the offer, saying it was needed to offset tax rises in Scotland,

answer: The Scottish Conservatives approve of the offer.

text: The Scottish Conservatives welcomed the offer, saying it was needed to offset tax rises in Scotland,

answer: The Scottish Conservatives

text: The Scottish Conservatives welcomed the offer, saying it was needed to offset tax rises in Scotland,

answer: The Scottish Conservatives.

text: The Scottish Conservatives welcomed the offer, saying it was needed to offset tax rises in Scotland,

question: Write a ~4 sentence summary.

answer: The Scottish government has offered NHS staff a 9% pay rise over three years. The offer would not affect doctors, dentists, or senior managers. The offer is being considered by NHS unions.

text: The summary is incomplete

refinement: The Scottish government has announced a 9% pay rise for NHS staff earning under £80,000 per year, to be spread over three years. This is in response to the 6.5% pay rise for NHS staff in England, and is being welcomed by trade unions and the Royal College of Nursing Scotland. However, the GMB union has criticised the offer, saying it does not go far enough to address austerity measures on NHS staff.

answer: The Scottish Health Secretary Shona Robison has offered a 9% pay rise to NHS staff earning under £80,000 a year. The offer would not affect doctors, dentists, or senior managers. The pay rise would be linked to changes to terms and conditions, including sickness leave policy and career progression. The offer would be put to staff in a consultation running from 2 July to 15 August.

text: The grammar could be improved

refinement: The Scottish Health Secretary Shona Robison has offered a 9% pay rise to NHS staff earning under £80,000 a year. The increase will not include doctors, dentists, or senior managers but is linked to changes in terms and conditions, including sick leave policy and career progression. While some parties are urging acceptance the GMB Union has suggested that members reject the offer

text: Include some reaction to the offer

refinement: The Scottish Health Secretary Shona Robison has offered a 9% pay rise to NHS staff earning under £80,000 a year. The increase will not include doctors, dentists, or senior managers but is linked to changes in terms and conditions, including sick leave policy and career progression. The offer will be presented to staff in consultations that will run from 2 July to 15 August.

answer: Workers for the Scottish NHS who make less than £80,000 a year are being offered a 9% pay raise across three years. The GMB union does not recommend its members accept the offer, meanwhile Unison Scotland believes it is a good offer. The GMB union wants to continue to renegotiate the terms to ensure that they match the cost of living. The Labour party believes a better, long-term settlement can be reached, while the Scottish Conservatives believe workers should accept it.

text: The grammar isn't great

refinement: Workers for the Scottish NHS earning less than £80,000 a year have been offered a 9% pay raise over three years. The GMB union recommends that its members reject the offer but Unison Scotland believes it is a good offer. The GMB union wants to renegotiate the terms to ensure that they match the cost of living. The Labour party believes a better, long-term settlement can be reached, while the Scottish Conservatives believe workers should accept it.

answer: The Scottish government has announced a 9% pay rise for NHS staff earning under £80,000 per year, to be spread over three years. This is in response to the 6.5% pay rise for NHS staff in England, and is being welcomed by trade unions and the Royal College of Nursing Scotland. However, the GMB union has criticised the offer, saying it does not go far enough to address austerity measures on NHS staff.


text:
_WELIKATHARA_ (Sinhala, _Desert_) is a 1971 dramatic film made by Sri Lankan director D. B. Nihalsinghe. Screen play and script by Dr. Tissa Abeysekara. It is the maiden film directed by D. B. Nihalsingha.

Since _Welikathara_ was the first film in CinemaScope in Sri Lanka, it faced many obstacles, first of which was the lack of access to cinemas capable of showing that format. (Most of them had been reserved for US films). This was solved by arranging a cross circuit release, combining cinemas in the three competing circuits at that time- another first.

The film was a box office success as well as being critically appreciated, going on to be presented by a Sri Lankan Presidential Award as one of the Ten Best Sri Lankan films of all time.

Plot

The film is about the clash between Goring Mudalali (Joe Abeywickrema) and ASP Randeniya (Gamini Fonseka).

The film marked the turning point in the career of many of those who were involved in it.

D. B. Nihalsingha went on to direct several other award-winning films, _Ridi Nimnaya_, _Maldeneiye Simieon_ and _Kelimadala_, before he went on to pioneer color television production in Sri Lanka and South Asia.

It was loosely based on a true story and the first screenplay by Tissa Abeysekara, who went on to become one of Sri Lanka's best script writers.

Tissa Abeysekara, previously an “additional dialogue writer” to Lester James Peris, marked his entry as a screenplay writer with _Welikathara_. He went on to become Sri Lanka's foremost script writer thereafter. Joe Abeywicrema, who until then was a comedy actor, went on to become a character actor of repute with his magnificent performance.

Gamini Fonseka, who was Sri Lanka's foremost star at that time, gave a significant performance where, in a total reversal of the heroic roles he portrayed, he acted out a character in decline.

Somadasa Elvitigala added one more feather to his cap with this film after the beautiful musical score he created for _Sath Samudura_.

1st Assistant Director - Ranjith Newton Fernando

2nd Assistant Director - Tissa De Silva

Cast

-   Gamini Fonseka as Wickrema 'Wicky' Randeniya ASP
-   Joe Abeywickrama as Goring Mudalali 'Dipthilage Mudiyanselage Sudu Banda'
-   Suvineetha Weerasinghe as Geetha Randeniya
-   Kithsiri Perera as Attanayake
-   Piyasena Ahangama as Abeyratne
-   Devika Karunaratne as Muthu Menika
-   Nawanandana Wijesinghe as Lavanis
-   Dayananda Jayawardena as Martin
-   Karu Nanayakkara as Stocky policeman
-   G. W. Surendra as Speech giver
-   G. R. Perera as Tarzan Kumara
-   Chandra Kaluarachchi as Bathik dress discusser
-   Elson Divithurugama as Wickrama's debator
-   P. B. Miyalawa as Luncheon senior
-   Buddhi Wickrama as Goring's associate
-   Tudor Karunathilake as Police officer

Production

The film was shot in Point Pedro and was South Asia's and Sri Lanka's first to be done in cinemascope. It was a box office success after its first screening on October 27, 1971 and critically well received.

Awards and nominations

-   Presidential Film Award in 1999
-   Named 10th Best Sri Lankan Film of the first 50 years by Presidential council in 1997

title: Welikathara

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Answer the following question based on the above passage:

Summarize the themes of the plot.

answer: The themes of the movie might include tradition and conflict. The main conflict is the clash between Goring and ASP, who have conflicting ideologies.

text: The only plot-related information in the article is that the film is about the conflict between Goring and ASP. The rest is made up in the answer.

answer: No answer

answer: The themes of the plot are social conflict, the clash between Goring Mudalali and ASP Randeniya.

answer: The film represents a clash between the two men. Their backgrounds set them up to be in opposition. It is a total-reversal in Goring Mudali's performance. Both received critical acclaim for their performances. The film also represented a turning point in the careers of the cast and crew.

answer: The film represented a clash between the two men. Their backgrounds set them up to be in opposition, but it is a total-reversal in Goring Mudali's performance. Both received critical acclaim for their performances. The film also represented a turning point in the careers of the cast and crew.

answer: The themes of the movie might include tradition and conflict. The main conflict is the clash between Goring and ASP, who have conflicting ideologies.


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Remember that the point of catch and release is to have the fish survive the journey so you want to have a plan and know what to do:

-   When you land the fish you want to minimize the amount of time that it spends out of water
-   Do not use a net or a gaff since they can damage the fishes gills and cause injuries that would eventually kill the fish
-   Do not handle the fish any more than you have to and try to keep your hands moist when you do come into contact with the fish
-   Do not just toss the fish back into the water because the shock can sometimes kill them. Let he fish go into the water head first and if possible, let the fish make the plunge itself.
-   In most instances you will want to use single hooks that have the barbs pinched shut. They are the easiest to remove from the fish without injuring them unduly. Avoid using artificial lures and spoons because they are specially designed to hook the fish as deeply as possible.
-   It is best to catch and release after you have already caught your legal limit. If you are trying to decide which fish to keep and which to throw back then it will probably keep the fish out of the water too long while you make up your mind. If you know that you will be throwing back anything you catch then you can make the procedure quick and easy.

Destin Florida is a delightful place for the experienced fisherman to enjoy a day of catch and release fishing but you do not have to be a pro to do it. Many of the local fishing boats will be glad to show you the ropes and you can be out on the water catching fish in no time.

FINEST KIND FISHING TEAM

The Finest Kind Fishing Team takes the anglers to where the fish are. The Finest Kind has state-of-the-art fish finding equipment and with Jason Mikel being a fourth generation fisherman, he knows where the best spots are as well. Jason has GPS locations of over 1200 great spots, including wrecks and where people have sank items to attract fish. When you step aboard The Finest Kind, be ready to alot of catch fish.

FINEST KIND BEST CHARTER BOAT IN DESTIN

The Finest Kind is designed for comfort and speed. The rod holders help you reel in the big fish. The Finest Kind is noted as being one of the top boats for consistently catching Amberjacks, Red Snapper, and Cobia. The Finest Kind’s deck hand  is said by many competing charters to be one of the best in Destin. He is very friendly and proactive. He always makes sure everything is ready for you to reel the fish in. He will even give you tips on how to hook the big ones. The Finest Kind Team is so experienced that they can tell you how far to drop your line with a counting method they have devised that works like a charm.

CATCH AND RELEASE

If you want a fun-filled day of catch and release fishing, contact “Finest Kind”. You will be glad you did.

question: What does The Finest Kind refer to in this article?

answer: It is the name of a for-hire fishing team that takes people fishing using company equipment and expertise.

text: The Finest Kind Fishing Team takes the anglers to where the fish are. The Finest Kind has state-of-the-art fish finding equipment and with Jason Mikel being a fourth generation fisherman, he knows where the best spots are as well.

answer: The Finest Kind is a team taking anglers to where the fish are.

answer: The Best Seating and Best Fishing Glove

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refinement: It is the name of a for-hire fishing team that takes people fishing using company equipment and expertise.

question: Where is The Finest Kind Fishing Team located?

answer: The Finest Kind Fishing Team is based in Destin, Florida.

text: The Finest Kind’s deck hand is said by many competing charters to be one of the best in Destin.

answer: Destin, FL.

text: The Finest Kind’s deck hand  is said by many competing charters to be one of the best in Destin.

answer: Based on the passage, The Finest Kind Fishing Team is based in Destin, Florida.

text: The Finest Kind’s deck hand  is said by many competing charters to be one of the best in Destin.

question: What kinds of fish are the most common to catch on a boat with The Finest Kind?

answer: Cobia, Amberjacks, and Red Snapper.

text: The Finest Kind is noted as being one of the top boats for consistently catching Amberjacks, Red Snapper, and Cobia.

answer: Amberjacks, Red Snapper, and Cobia are the most common.

text: The Finest Kind is noted as being one of the top boats for consistently catching Amberjacks, Red Snapper, and Cobia.

answer: Amberjacks, Red Snapper, and Cobia.

text: The Finest Kind is noted as being one of the top boats for consistently catching Amberjacks, Red Snapper, and Cobia.

question: How many GPS locations does Jason have for fishing?

answer: 1,200.

text: Jason has GPS locations of over 1200 great spots, including wrecks and where people have sank items to attract fish.

answer: Jason has 1200 GPS locations for fishing places.

text: Jason has GPS locations of over 1200 great spots, including wrecks and where people have sank items to attract fish.

answer: There are 1200 potential fishing spots.

text: Jason has GPS locations of over 1200 great spots, including wrecks and where people have sank items to attract fish.

question: Write a ~2 sentence summary.

answer: This text offers "best practices" for catch and release fishing as an introduction to promoting The Finest Kind Fishing Team, based in Destin Florida. The Finest Kind Team uses their expertise and equipment to provide anyone who wants a great day of fishing with just that.

answer: The Finest Kind Fishing Team runs a fishing charter in Destin Florida. The best part of the charter is their deckhands whose friendly proactive nature ranks them as some of the best in the area.

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refinement: The article mentions some good practices for catching and releasing fish. It also promotes The Finest Kind Fishing Team, which runs a fishing charter in Destin Florida. The best part of the charter is their deckhands whose friendly proactive nature ranks them as some of the best in the area.

answer: The text is promoting fishing in Destin Florida by providing information about the best place to fish, equipment, and tips on how to catch fish and what to do with fish after catching it.

text: There should be mention of the Finest Kind Fishing Team.

refinement: The text is promoting fishing in Destin Florida by providing information about the best place to fish, equipment, and tips on how to catch fish and what to do with fish after catching it. It also promotes the Finest Kind Fishing Team, a team that takes fishermen to the best spots for fishing.

answer: This post talks about what one must know to catch and release fish. The author also provides a link with directions to their website.

text: There should be mention of the Finest Kind Fishing Team.

refinement: This post talks about what one must know to catch and release fish. The author also provides a link with directions to their website. It also promotes the Finest Kind Fishing Team, a team that takes fishermen to the best spots for fishing.

answer: The Finest Kind Fishing Team takes the anglers to where the fish are. The Finest Kind has state-of-the-art fish finding equipment and one of the best deck hands in Destin.

text: The summary should include some mention of the portion of the text that speaks about best practices for catching and releasing fish.

refinement: The Finest Kind Fishing Team takes the anglers to where the fish are. The Finest Kind has state-of-the-art fish finding equipment and one of the best deck hands in Destin. The article mentions some good practices for catching and releasing fish.

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The BADGER TELEVISION NETWORK was an American state network that operated for eight months from January 1958 until it ceased operations on August 8 of that year.[1] The regional television network was made up of three television stations in Wisconsin, WISN-TV (channel 12) in Milwaukee, WFRV-TV (channel 5, now a CBS affiliate) in Neenah/Green Bay and WKOW-TV (channel 27) in Madison.[2] All three stations at the time were affiliates of ABC.

Programs broadcast by the network included _Homemaker's Holiday_, a quiz show hosted by Charlie Hanson; _Good Housekeeping_, a lifestyle program hosted by Trudy Beilfuss based on WISN-TV's sister publication via the Hearst Corporation; and _Pretzel Party_, a variety program originally hosted by Larry Clark. All three programs originated from Milwaukee affiliate WISN-TV. During March 1958, the network also aired Senate Investigating Committee hearings during late-night hours.[3]

Schedule

-   12:30–1:00 p.m. – _Pretzel Party_[4]
-   1:00–1:30 p.m. – _Homemaker's Holiday_[5]
-   1:30–2:00 p.m. – _Good Housekeeping_[6]
-   11:00 p.m.–12:00 p.m. – Hearings (March only)[7]

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title: Badger Television Network

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What is the Badger Television Network?

answer: The Badger Television Network was an American regional television network made up of three stations in Wisconsin, all of which were affiliates of ABC. Programs aired by the network included _Pretzel Party_, _Homemaker's Holiday_, and _Good Housekeeping_.

answer: An American state network that operated for eight months from January 1958 until it ceased operations on Aug 8 of 1958.

answer: The Badger Television Network was an American state network that operated for eight months from January 1958 until it ceased operations on August 8 of that same year.

answer: The Badger Television Network was an American state network that operated for eight months from January 1958 until it ceased operations on August 8 of that year.

answer: The Badger Television Network was a regional television network operating in Wisconsin. Programs broadcast by the network included _Pretzel Party_, _Homemaker's Holiday_, and _Good Housekeeping_. All three programs originated from WISN-TV in Milwaukee. The network also aired Senate Investigating Committee hearings during March of 1958.

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What Wisconsin television stations made up the regional television network?

answer: WISN-TV (channel 12) in Milwaukee, WFRV-TV (channel 5, now a CBS affiliate) in Neenah/Green Bay, and WKOW-TV (channel 27) in Madison.

answer: WISN TV, WFRV TV, and WKOW TV

answer: RFRV-TV and WISN-TV.

answer: WISN-TV, WFRV-TV, and WKOW-TV all made up the regional television network.

answer: The regional television network consisted of WISN-TV in Milwaukee, WFRV-TV in Neenah/Green Bay, and WKOW-TV in Madison.

question:
Answer the following question based on the above passage:

Name the programs broadcast by the network and their hosts.

answer: _Pretzel Party_ was hosted by Larry Clark, _Homemaker's Holiday_ was hosted by Charlie Hanson, and _Good Housekeeping_ was hosted by Trudy Beilfuss.

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Homemaker's Holiday - Charlie Hanson
Good Housekeeping - Trudy Beilfuss
Pretzel Party - Larry Clark

answer: The programs that were broadcast by the BADGER TELEVISION NETWORK were _Pretzel Party_ hosted by Larry Clark, _Homemaker's Holiday_ hosted by Charlie Hanson, and _Good Housekeeping_ hosted by Trudy Beilfuss.

answer: Homemaker's Holiday, a quiz show hosted by Charlie Hanson; Good Housekeeping, a lifestyle program hosted by Trudy Beilfuss and Pretzel Party, a variety show hosted by Larry Clark.

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- Homemaker's Holiday (Charlie Hanson)
- Good Housekeeping (Trudy Beiluss)
- Pretzel Party (Larry Clark)

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Answer the following question based on the above passage:

What else did the network broadcast?

answer: The network also aired the Senate Investigating Committee hearings during late-night hours.

answer: The network hosted Senate Investigating Committee hearings in March 1958.

answer: The network also broadcast the Senate Investigating Committee Hearings during late-night hours.

answer: The BADGER TELEVISION NETWORK broadcast _Pretzel Party_, _Homemaker's Holiday_, and _Good Housekeeping_. All three programs originated from Milwaukee affiliate WISN-TV. The network also aired Senate Investigating Committee hearings during late-night hours.

answer: The network aired the Senate Investigating Committee hearings during late-night hours.

question: Write a ~3 sentence summary.

answer: Badger Television Network, a state network in the United States, operated from January 1958 until it ceased operations on August 8 of that year. The network was made up of three stations in Wisconsin: WISN-TV in Milwaukee, WFRV-TV in Neenah/Green Bay, and WKOW-TV in Madison. It featured programming from WISN-TV including the show Good Housekeeping.

answer: The BADGER TELEVISION NETWORK operated from January 1958 until August 1958 in Wisconsin. Its schedule consisted of three television shows, all about different aspects of home life, originating from Milwaukee affiliate WISN-TV. The hearings being broadcast late at night during March.

answer: The BADGER TELEVISION NETWORK operated for eight months from January 1958 until it ceased operations in August of that same year. It was a regional American television network made up of three stations in Wisconsin, featuring programs like _Pretzel Party_, _Homemaker's Holiday_, and _Good Housekeeping_. All programming originated from Milwaukee affiliate WISN-TV.

answer: The Badger Television Network was an American state network that operated for eight months from January 1958 until it ceased operations on August 8 of that same year. The regional television network was made up of three Wisconsin television stations and aired three shows: Homemaker's Holiday, Good Housekeeping, and Pretzel Party. The network also broadcast Senate Investigating Committee hearings during late-night hours.

answer: The Badger Television Network was an American state network that lasted for 8 months from January 1958 to August 1958. This was an ABC affiliate in 3 regions in Wisconsin. It aired programs such as Homemaker's Holiday, Good Housekeeping, and Pretzel Party.