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[UPDATE] Sentinel 3 July

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BBuck
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[UPDATE] Sentinel 3 July

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Ascendancy Point Residents File Suit for Security Breaches

By GARIMA KING

A coalition of Ascendancy Point tenants formally filed a class-action suit against the building and its management today for breach of contract, alleging that poor management of security, maintenance, and other vital systems in the building have caused significant harm to individuals and businesses that rely on them. The suit alleges that a number of well-documented problems in the building over the past year or so demonstrate "a pattern of malicious neglect and apathy."

Charlene Reckson, who is the president of the Ascendancy Point Residents Association, addressed the tenants' complaints at a ceremony announcing the lawsuit. "For nearly a year now, we have seen the building's management become worse and worse. Even after a resident was found murdered in her own home, not one, but two unauthorised persons were able to access restricted areas of the building, thankfully for no purpose more nefarious than a little fun. ... How many more incidents must there be before the building lives up to its promises? When do we get what we pay for?"

Reckson referenced the as-yet-unsolved murder of PCBC consulting economist Monica Grand, as well as two separate incidents this May in which thrill-seekers parachuted off Ascendancy Point. After the second jumper, a Point source said that the building was bringing in an external security analyst to examine and update policies and procedures. Reckson alleged, however, that the announcement is purely an act of showmanship. "I'll believe there will be lasting change when I see change in action," she said.

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The Ascendancy Point Residents Association was initially formed to protest perceived bias in how routine maintenance was handled -- residents claimed that businesses in the building obtained faster service and repairs for similar problems. However, in the new lawsuit, the association has joined forces with the Ascendancy Point Commerce Union and the more low-key Tenants of Ascendancy Point.

Ascendancy Point Communication Director Jules Northerlie said that it is the policy of Ascendancy Point's management not to comment on lawsuits in progress, but added, "This is all so unfortunate."

Coxtin, rlp6028 Emerge to Join Top Competitors

By KATE BREWSTER

Two more contenders for the top spot have emerged from the shadows this week -- the mysterious Coxtin rockets into 4th place while the catchily-titled rlp6028 is setting up camp in 6th.

Coxtin is reputed to be a familiar face among certain segments Earth's Cube-hunting contingent, being an alumni of the Jazz Hands PCAG team (like MikeyJ, currently in 3rd) and the Pirates vs Ninjas video competitors, of whom oliverkeers13, currently in 2nd, was also a member. He describes himself as "6-foot-9" and "a freak of a man," who can apparently be seen with "loaves of bread attached to his shoes, elbows and eyes" while "making absurd claims about his life."

Rlp6028 clutches a smaller hoard of bonus points than Coxtin, but sports an extra two silver solves to not only join the overall leaderboard elite but also clinch 1st in the USA leaderboard.

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In the broader transatlantic face-off, the average UK competitor boasts an impressive 48 solves and 1645 points, while the Americans lag a little behind with 37 solves and 1190 points per person -- but analysts predict a substantial statistical shift as word of the Academy's Cube Retrieval Project spreads across the Atlantic. Canada's average at 754 points owes something to the leadership of EvilGenius, while Australia's chances are anything other than Down Under with a decent 1004 mean score.

This week has also produced a few new candidates perhaps worth a leck or two - axiomaticagency bursts onto the scene with 2248 points and 88 cards solved in an exhilarating 24-hour solving spree, and Thwack has made a similarly powerful debut with 67 solves in the past two days.

SF Connection Info to Be Revealed

Academy insiders say that some of the questions surrounding the initialisation of a second communication link to Earth will be answered soon, with registration to participate in the ceremony expected to open sometime this week. It is as of yet unclear what the ceremony and ensuing celebration will entail, but rumours hint at an activation puzzle that will be set for Cube hunters participating in the event. (Full text)

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Futures

By Madame Bianca, for the week of July 3

The Archer (June 11 - July 10)

Grab a bunch of friends and head out to Polygon Park for a picnic this week. There's nothing like a jug and a loaf among friends to make you appreciate how good you have it.

The Half-filled Jug (July 11 - August 10)

An Apple-Thief holds your fate in his hands this week. Whether you get to take that fabulous fall holiday or not? Totally out of your control. I suggest meditation. Bringing him a basket of muffins couldn't hurt, either.

The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)

You keep thinking you see something out of the corner of your eye, but when you look, nothing is there. Don't bother getting your vision checked, though, dumpling. It's just a subconscious manifestation of everything you have on your mind.

The Three Balls (September 11 - October 10)

A surprising turn of events leaves you able to look like a martyr while in fact serving your own interests handily. Don't sweat the ethical dilemma, though. It's not hurting anybody, so milk it, baby.

The Dice (October 11 - November 10)

Your wit is much sharper than it typically is over the next few days. Now is a good time to work up the courage to propose that lunch date you've always only daydreamed about. Wednesday and Friday are the absolute best days for it, if you really want to leave an impression.

The Maze (November 11 - December 10)

Break out the paints and dabble in a little self-expression, sweet pea. Don't have a canvas? Don't worry. You can always paint a mural on your wall. And if you don't like it once you're done, you can just paint right over it again!

The Apple-Thief (December 11 - January 10)

But who that godlike terror of the plain, who strews the smoking field with heaps of slain? What num’rous legions fly in dire dismay, whose standards wide the eagle’s wings display?

[COMMENT: the ’ is not a typo - appeared on all three of the computers I checked the site with]

The Hand (January 11 - February 10)

Big changes afoot for you, sweetling! The intervening disruption is going to be difficult and unpleasant, no doubt about it, but trust me when I say that the new equilibrium will be much, much nicer than the old one.

The Baby (February 11 - March 10)

The fruits of your labour have become ripe. No, I mean it. Go out and take a good look in your garden and for crying out loud pick what needs picking, or the fauna will eat all of those goodies you spent so much time and money on growing in the first place.

The Eagle (March 11 - April 10)

Due to an unusual configuration of stars, you will bruise easily in the coming days, both physically and emotionally. Take care to protect yourself, darling, or the marks will last long after the stars have moved on.

The Spider (April 11 - May 10)

My, haven't we become the happy domestic? You need to throw a little old-school drama into your life or risk your head melting from the tedium. Why don't you call up some of your long-last pals and have a night out on the Strip?

The Wave (May 11 - June 10)

Just look at you go! Madame can't remember the last time she saw you moving with such verve and determination. Remember, though, it's a bad idea to work too hard toward an outcome you didn't want in the first place.

And remember, different houses have different mice.

[EDIT] Clarified that ’ is not my computer playing up [/EDIT]

Posted: Mon Jul 03, 2006 4:41 pm
Last edited by BBuck on Wed Jul 05, 2006 5:55 am; edited 1 time in total

BBuck
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The Apple Thief quote is from The Lusiad of Luis Camoens, translated by William Julius Mickle.

This is a Portugese national epic, telling the story of the voyage of Vasco de Gama. Too soon after penalties, MC, too soon!

Posted: Mon Jul 03, 2006 4:46 pm

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"Catchily-titled" indeed. Cool

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Posted: Mon Jul 03, 2006 8:38 pm

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I'm not sure I've ever been mysterious before.

They always have to mention that child don't they. Rolling Eyes

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