Out & About in Our Community w/a Focus on #Iran - Contemporary Photography and Video Competition | Programs

We are pleased to report on this initiative sponsored by the  "..Farhang Foundation in collaboration with local museums and galleries, presents FOCUS IRAN: Contemporary Photography and Video, a biennial juried exhibition of contemporary photography and video works relating to Iranian culture or heritage...


It begins September 16 at UC Irvine.  For Further information, please click here:  


Focus Iran - Contemporary Photography and Video Competition | Programs

Notations On Our World (Special Thursday Edition): ON @POTUS Watch From the @whitehouse w/Press Briefing with Press Secretary Sarah Sanders

The White House Briefing is about to start shortly as we went to press.   Our team decided to report on it as it is bound to be even more interesting than usual in the aftermath of President Trump's Afghanistan Speech, his speech In Phoenix and the on-going Twitterstorm he's had going after the Senate Majority Leader on what some have referred to as the "Split Screen" Presidency as the Debt Ceiling fight looms: 

Donald J. Trump‏Verified account @realDonaldTrump  4h4 hours ago

The only problem I have with Mitch McConnell is that, after hearing Repeal & Replace for 7 years, he failed!That should NEVER have happened!

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Notations From the Grid (Weekly Edition): On @POTUS Watch

President Trump spoke in Arizona last night despite the Mayor of Phoenix asking him not to conduct the rally.     Our team decided to only feature this "newsflash" courtesy of GovExec on the President's Explicit threat to have the Federal Government shut down unless the funding for the wall was included:

GovExec Breaking News

'Believe Me:' Trump Promises Shutdown if Congress Doesn't Fund the Border Wall // Eric Katz President Trump vowed to build his promised wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, even if it means first shutting down the government. It was the president's clearest statement to date he would not sign any spending bill to keep federal agencies open past Sept. 30 that does not include wall funding. Click here to read the entire story. What was noted in this from Haaretz in Israel was striking.    No one escaped the President's attack yesterday--including Congress and the Media and the two sitting United States Senators from Arizona.    He also conveniently glossed over his own comments during his press conference in the aftermath of the statements he made--and as he again touted his achievements.   The team at the Washington Post (another focus of the President's Fury), captured it in their Daily 202 that we regularly feature in our Daily @POTUS watch on our Twitter channel: Listen 0:00 Latest Trump’s penchant for revisionist history on display during Arizona rally The president’s tendency to gloss over mistakes by recasting history in terms most favorable to himself was on vivid display in Phoenix last night. Our team hopes, though, that all enjoy these form the team at Saturday Night Live especially in light of what happened in Phoenix Last night:

Mosquito Wars as narrated by @billgates

Some True food For Thought....Please visit here for future details:



https://www.gatesnotes.com/Health/Mosquito-Wars

Notations On Our World (Weekly Edition): A Virtual Walkabout In Our World On this #Eclipse2017

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Please enjoy this we received courtesy of the team at @Global Citizen that underscores stories of hope, optimism and the art of the possible on this #Eclipse2017: 

Global Citizen Stories

Up to 50 Migrant Kids Were Just Purposefully Drowned

The UN says the young migrants from Ethiopia and Somalia were drowned as smugglers “forced them into the sea” near the coast of Yemen.

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This Refugee Studied in 4 Countries. Now He’s a Doctor

Tirej Brimo, a refugee who fled the Syrian war, finally achieved his dream of getting his medical degree – 10 years, four countries, four medical schools, and 21 houses later.

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Indian Nun Wins Hero Award for Rescuing Sex Slaves

The 39-year-old nun helped bring 14 trafficking victims home from the Middle East last year. Now, she’s calling on the government to do its part to help women worldwide.

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Refugee Girls Forced Into Child Marriage Turning to Suicide

These stories are tragic – and far too common for Syrian refugee girls. That's why we need to end child marriage now.

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The 10 Most Chronic Diseases Have This in Common

Diseases like hypertension, heart disease, hepatitis, cancer, asthma, and diabetes all share this one avoidable risk factor, according to a new report.

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12 Remarkable Photos of What’s Happening Around the World

Tensions are rising in North Korea while temperatures are rising in Athens, Greece. Check out our photo gallery to see what else is happening from Canada to Cambodia.

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Photographer’s Project Is Breaking Racial Boundaries

What’s your color? It’s not as simple as you think. These stunning photos by photographer Angélica Dass will make you rethink skin color.

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We leave you all with this thought:

Listen with interest

Reflect with grace

Speak with honesty

Think with sincerity

Plan with optimism

Act with integrity

Give with gratitude

— Vala Afshar (@ValaAfshar) August 16, 2017

An #Outsider Newsflash: @POTUS & FLOTUS View #Eclipse2017 from the Truman Balcony

Thought For the Week : Saluting Martin Niemoller

We dedicate this to all those who speak up for what is right--and what we hope is that through our service, we are able to do our part to give voice to all who may feel voiceless.

Notations On Our World (Special #Eclipse2017): As America Bears Witness....

Please Enjoy this on #Eclipse2017, Stay safe and enjoy this historical day: