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Sunday, March 27, 2022 @ 11:00am

State Theatre New Jersey15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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Join us for a drag brunch with The Golden Gays! This special event takes place in our intimate studio space and includes aGolden Girlsthemed brunch* and a chance to play in "The Golden Games"a musical game show. The Golden Gays or GG have quickly emerged as the premierGolden Girlsmusical show in the country.

All proceeds from this event benefit the outreach work of State Theatre's LGBTQ Community Engagement Committee.

More about The Golden Games:Sophia Petrillo has gone missing!Your favorite pals and confidants Dorothy, Blanche, and Rose must travel down the road and back again to New Brunswick, New Jersey to find her.The hip old grannies take you on a musical journey through The Golden Girls favorite game shows!Put on your trivia caps because lucky audience members will become contestants, interacting directly with your bosom buddies, while competing to become the next #TokenSophia. Grab That Dough! Love Connection! Jeopardy Dream Sequences! Oh My! Dreyfus, were not in Miami anymore, sugar.

More about GG:The Golden Gays burst onto the scene in 2017first at RuPaul's DragCon NYC, then at the famed Rue La Rue Cafe, where their trivia show video went viral. What began as a flash mob has now skyrocketed to sold-out engagements all across America and even the high seas. GG tours with their hit musical shows Hot Flashbacks, The Golden Games, Thank YULE For Being A Friend, and "Betty & Bea Against Humanity," to enthusiastic audiences in Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey,New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and the middle of the ocean.

The Golden Gays starsJason B. Schmidt(as The Dorothy),Christopher Eklund(as The Blanche), andGerry Mastrolia(as The Rose). Featuring the creative team of Anthony Giorgio-Schmidt and Darlene Rae Heller. VisitThe Golden Gays websitefor more information or followThe Golden Gays on Instagram.

Brunch buffet opens: 10:30am

Show: 11am

*Brunch is buffet style, catered by Fritz's in New Brunswick. Each ticket receives 2 alcoholic beverages. Non-alcoholic beverages are included in the ticket price.

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In a beautiful example of science meeting poetry, the Labrador Sea between Canada and Greenland is known as the lung of the deep ocean, because its one of only a few places on the planet where oxygen from the atmosphere can penetrate to thedeepest reaches of the sea.

From this aquatic lung, oxygen flows into the deep ocean interior all around the world, and sustains the delicate balance of life in the high seas. This process of breathing happens because wintertime cooling at the surface makes oxygen-rich, near-surface waters denser, and heavy enough to sink to the depths.

Now, in a newstudyinBiogeosciences,a team of researchers from Canada and Germany have measured the flow of oxygen through this cycle, which they liken to measuring the flow of oxygen through our bodies, pumped via the aorta.

We wanted to know how much of the oxygen that is breathed in each winter actually makes it into the deep, fast-flowing currents that transport it across the globe, explains lead author Jannes Koelling, an oceanographer at Dalhousie University, Canada.

The mixing of oxygen in the Labrador Sea is the first step in a chain reaction of deep-ocean life-support. Strong currents in the depths carry that oxygen to the rest of the Atlantic and then beyond; oxygen breathed in the Labrador Sea can sustain deep ocean life as far away as the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

The newly inhaled oxygen was clearly noticeable as a pulse of high oxygen concentration that passed our sensors between March and August, Koelling says.

The research took two years; the team mounted sensors that could detect dissolved oxygen onto anchored cables which reach from the seafloor to the near-surface. The measurements revealed that about half of the oxygen taken up from the Labrador Sea in the winter months was injected into the deep currents over the following five months.

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What happened to the other half? While some of the remaining oxygen may have been consumed by fish and other organisms, the team believe the bulk most likely took an alternate route out of the mixing region.

Climate models predict a huge incursion of freshwater into the oceans as glaciers in the Arctic melt. Thats worrying, because this freshwater mixing with the seawater in the Labrador could reduce the depth of wintertime mixing, making the breathing shallower, reducing the life-supporting supply of oxygen to the deep oceans.

Not even the deep ocean, then, is safe from the devastating effects of anthropogenic climate change.

This is an example of how monitoring enabled by the latest ocean technology can help us fill in knowledge gaps in this important region, says Dariia Atamanchuk, who leads the oxygen program at Dalhousie.

Now, Koelling wants to turn his attention to other pathways that oxygen might be taking away from the Labrador Sea and outwards to the rest of the world.

The circulation of the Labrador Sea is complex, and weve only focused, so far, on the most direct export route, Koelling says. Some oxygen-rich water may be transported eastwards, instead of to the southwest, and it may enter the boundary current off Greenland before returning southwards, over a longer time-period.

These other pathways, shown as dashed lines in the map, are being investigated already, using additional oxygen sensors mounted on moorings.

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How the 'lungs of the ocean' sustain deep-sea life - Cosmos

Illustration courtesy UNEP

PublishedFeb 4, 2022 3:21 PM by Brian Gicheru Kinyua

The dark oceans were the womb of life: from the protecting oceans life emerged. These were the words in a prophetic speech by Arvid Pardo to a UN meeting in 1967. It was amongst the first sessions convened to deliberate creation of a body of laws to govern the global oceans. It culminated in the modern United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), as adopted by the UN in 1982. Arvin Pardo would go on to earn the credit as the father of UNCLOS.

Since then, UNCLOS remains the most far-reaching treaty ever negotiated under the auspices of the UN, and a harbinger of a global attempt to regulate the maritime domain.

While UNCLOS is fairly settled on many questions of governance, contemporary challenges such as climate change, protection of high seas fisheries and management of strategic ocean spaces like the South China Sea - are prompting a debate over reviewing the established law.

For example, climate change poses considerable challenges in the future application and interpretation of the UNCLOS.

Whilst this is not a completely new dynamic - in that the changing ocean and coastline conditions have always had to be addressed by the law of the sea - rapid climate change and its impact upon the oceans has the potential to impact upon nearly all aspects of ocean activity. Particularly, its unpredictable consequences for many coastal states, writes Donald Rothwell and Tim Stephens in their book, The International Law the Sea.

This concern has jolted Pacific States from Kiribati to Tuvalu to map their remote islands in a bid to claim permanent exclusive economic zones (EEZs), stretching 200 nautical miles, irrespective of future sea level rise. As global warming leads to rising seas, Pacific nations fear their islands could eventually be flooded, shrinking their EEZs and their rights to fishing and seabed resources within their boundaries. Therefore, they are trying to lock in the existing zones now.

A 2018 resolution by The International Law Association supported the vulnerable islands, arguing that any maritime zones determined under UNCLOS should not be required to be recalculated should the sea level change affect the geographical reality of the coastline.

The enforcement and dispute resolution mechanism of UNCLOS has been brought to question in the wake of rising tension in South China Sea. China is a party to UNCLOS after it ratified the treaty in 1996. This notwithstanding, China has refused to accept a major ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague, which found its claims in the South China Sea inconsistent with UNCLOS. The five-judge tribunal hearing the case was established under the compulsory dispute settlement provisions of UNCLOS, and its ruling should be final and legally binding to all parties concerned. Unfortunately, due to lack of an enforcement mechanism, China can still assert and pursue its claims in the South China Sea, even if the legal basis for such activity is untenable. In light of this, international law analysts say that a dilemma occurs on the question of whether China should withdraw from UNCLOS.

The effectiveness of UNCLOS dispute resolution mechanism is also covered in an ongoing House of Lords inquiry in UK, which is currently examining how UNCLOS is fit for purpose in the 21st century.

Meanwhile, in view of the ever-increasing human rights violations at sea, especially for seafarers and fishermen, does UNCLOS provide for their protection?

This is a relatively new question for legal scholars. Usually, whenever a discussion of human rights at sea and its connection to UNCLOS arises, it is dismissed because it is addressed in discrete sections of the treaty specific segments addressing modern slavery, human trafficking, search and rescue at sea - supplemented by 2006 Maritime Labour convention and IMO guidelines.

Elizabeth Mavropoulou, head of Research at Human Rights at Sea, suggests that this perspective reflects a narrow understanding of human rights at sea, incorrectly equating it to minimum labor and welfare standards onboard vessels. She recommends that human rights at sea should be a central theme of UNCLOS, alongside other pertinent questions on ocean governance.

Indeed, amending UNCLOS to address some of the emergent issues could be a genuine challenge. However, we must also consider that UNCLOS as drafted may not be up to date with our fast-changing world, given the modern realities of climate change and geopolitical rivalry.

The opinions expressed herein are the author's and not necessarily those of The Maritime Executive.

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Is it Time to Amend the Law of the Sea? - The Maritime Executive

To say Judy Kessler springs from a musical family is an understatement.

Her father was a band commander in the National Guard, and her mom a band director in high school. Her sister is a band director. Husband Rob directs the Community Band of Brevard. Son Derek plays the clarinet and daughter Erin the French horn for the Ohio National Guard Band. Her parents operated a chain of eight music stores in Ohio.

Its a little disturbing, the Merritt Island resident joked.

Judy Kessler picked up her moms favorite musical instrument at the relatively late age of fourth grade. At 18, she knew exactly what her next move would be. Just like her dad, the Mount Vernon, Ohio native joined the Ohio National Guard Band.

The military helped her connect with Ohio State University, where she earned a degree in surprise, surprise music. It also sent romance her way in the form of Rob Kessler, then commander of the 122nd Army Band Company for the Ohio Army National Guard, where Judy played clarinet.

Thats what is called fraternization, Judy Kessler said.

The couple have been married for 37 years.

And they said it wouldnt last, she added.

Obviously, the couple that stays together, plays music together, since Rob Kessler last year was named to lead the Community Band of Brevard. Judy is part of the band, too.

We are very happy to have a musician as talented as Judy with the Band, said Mike Freeman, a member of the band board of directors.

She also plays clarinet for the Melbourne Municipal Band and the Central Florida Winds, where she additionally serves on the board of directors.

The recent transplants to the area discovered the Space Coast as cruising fans who favored Port Canaveral for sailings. While the COVID-19 pandemic kept them from the high seas for a while, they are back on board whenever they can.

Their idea of playing beautiful music together goes beyond the bands and the cruises they favor. The two are happy addicts of Disney pixie dust and can often be found at one of the theme parks.

Any additional free time is devoted to repurposing and refinishing vintage and castoffs.

I have worked on everything from a file cabinet to a chair, she said.

Despite the deep musical roots, or perhaps because of it, Judy Kessler strives for perfection in her music. It doesnt matter that the clarinet has been an integral part of her life for decades. Practicing never ends.

Judy just wants everybody to be happy, and she feels that is her job, said bass clarinetist and fellow band musician Kathleen Manship.

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Music is all in the family for Kesslers - Viera Voice

Cunards Queen Mary 2 ship will host the Literature Festival at Sea organized by The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival and The Times programming team later this year.

The line-up includes Ian Rankin, Bernardine Evaristo, Mary Beard, Richard Osman, and Alexander McCall Smith.

The authors will talk about their life and discuss their work. They will also advise The Times journalists on how they can write better.

"I am beyond excited to travel, speak and engage with guests at a literary festival on the high seas. I am sure there will be plenty of wonderful distractions, but the pleasures of being literally away from it all with a chance to discuss bookish things what could be better?" said Mary Beard, one of Britain's most famous Classicists and English scholars.

"Cunard is delighted to once again host a dazzling line-up of acclaimed literary talent who will headline our 2022 Literature Festival at sea. Our guests will truly relish this second-to-none ocean travel experience as they sail with these renowned authors amidst the elegance and style of our flagship, Queen Mary 2." said Jamie Paiko, the vice president of Cunard North America.

The seven-night Transatlantic Crossing will cost $1,039 per passenger, and leaves New York for Southampton on Dec. 3 2022.

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Queen Mary 2 Will Host the 2022 Literature Festival at Sea - Cruise Industry News

FAIRFIELD Recreational boaters are being warned to limit waterside activity due to a forecast of high winds Wednesday and Thursday, the U.S. Coast Guard said in a statement.

Swimmers and beachgoers are also urged to be cautious.

The forecast, from the National Weather Service, has winds gusting up to 45 mph in the greater San Francisco Bay Area.

With winds expected to exceed 25 mph and gusts of 45 mph, boaters should check local weather conditions and consider limiting underway time until the strong winds and heavy seas subside, the Coast Guard statement said. The hazardous weather began Wednesday and is expected to continue through Thursday. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a gale warning, small craft advisory, hazardous seas warning for Northern California and lake wind advisory for Lake Tahoe.

The Coast Guard recommends that mariners take the following precautions:

Recreational boaters, personal watercraft and paddle craft users are advised to stay off the water due to hazardous wind and sea conditions. Secure all paddlecraft so they do not end up in the water and cause a false distress; be sure paddlecraft and gear are properly labeled with owner contact information. Check mooring lines when securing boats and take precautions for items stored loosely aboard. Stay informed and aware of weather conditions and monitor the progress and strength of currents through local television, radio and the internet. Check the current and expected weather and water conditions before heading out. File a float plan with a family member or friend, which includes information about the boat, the number of passengers aboard, the destination of where the boat will be operating and an expected time of return. Have a working marine-band radio and use VHF-FM Channel 16 in the event of an emergency. Always wear a properly fitting life jacket when on the water and dress for temperatures at sea, which are typically significantly colder temperatures than ashore.

Beachgoers should heed the following safety tips:

Stay off coastal jetties and never turn your back to the ocean. Swimmers, surfers and wind surfers are urged to stay out of the water during this period of heavy weather due to increased risk caused by rip currents and sneaker waves.

The latest weather information can be found at http://www.weather.gov/mtr/.

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One of the major animated feature films to hit Netflix in 2022 is The Sea Beast. Heres a rundown of everything we know so far about the animated movie that comes from Disney alum, Chris Williams.

The project was first announced all the way back in 2018 (now four years ago) and was originally called Jacob and the Sea Beast and at the time was pitched as A charming seafarer sails into uncharted waters and discovers an unlikely ally in a sea monster.

Netflix has since provided an updated synopsis

In an era when terrifying beasts roamed the seas, monster hunters were celebrated heroes and none were more beloved than the great Jacob Holland. But when young Maisie Brumble stows away on his fabled ship, hes saddled with an unexpected ally. Together they embark on an epic journey into uncharted waters and make history. THE SEA BEAST takes us to where the map ends, and the true adventure begins.

Chris Williams serves as the writer, director, and producer of The Sea Beast.

The prolific director has been active since the late 90s primarily working at Disney. His first project was Mulan where he served as a story artist. Since then, hes worked in various capacities on some of Disneys biggest hits.

Most recently, he served as co-director on Moana as well as directing 2014s Big Hero 6.

Back when the movie was announced Williams said in a statement that Jacob and the Sea Beast is the kind of story Ive always wanted to take on, adding Its a tale of high adventure where our hero leaves the known world and ventures out into uncharted waters. As it turns out, Im doing the same thing.

Since then, Netflix uploaded a video of Chris Williams on its hub for its animation studio on NetflixAnimation.com (weve embedded that below) where he talks about why he made the jump over to Netflix and more about his past in the world of animation.

In the video, he says the reason why he jumped over to Netflix is that Its a place where people are getting to make the thing that they always wanted to make but they never thought they would get to make.

Williams is one of a number of creatives Netflix has managed to lure away from Disney in recent years. Other people who have jumped over to Netflix includes Ronnie Del Carmen (Inside Out), Nancy Kanter (Sofia the First), Kenny Ortega (High School Musical), Darla K. Anderson (Coco), Chris Nee (Doc McStuffins), Shion Takeuchi (Gravity Falls) and Alex Hirsch (Gravity Falls).

Jed Schlanger is a producer on the project and has worked on several notable Dreamworks projects including How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World and The Boss Baby.

On IMDb Melissa Cobb who is VP at Netflix for kids and family entertainment serves is listed as a producer alongside Christian Hejnal (Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse) who is listed as an associate producer.

As part of Netflixs partial unveiling of their 2022 slate, Netflix gave us our first look at the movie with four seconds of footage and a first look image too.

The tease can be found between 2:05 to 2:09 in Netflixs movie preview video which as of February 7th had amassed over 6.5 million views.

If you dont want to scrub through, weve clipped the four seconds of The Sea Beast and weve embedded that below:

Heres a look at some of the high-resolution stills both found in the teaser and

As of February 2022, Netflix has yet to unveil any of the voice cast that will be featured in The Sea Beast.

Only a 2022 date has been confirmed so far. Guessing beyond that broad release is impossible right now.

We have seen some of the biggest animated heavy hitters added to Netflix in December such as Back to the Outback in 2021 for example but we did see The Mitchells vs. The Machines added back in April so its truly anyones guess.

Are you looking forward to The Sea Beast coming to Netflix in 2022? Let us know in the comments down below.

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Forecasters issued a weather warning of strong winds and rough seas on Monday, with waves reaching as high as 11ft in the Arabian Gulf.

Winds will reach 60kph, according to the alert, which is in force until 6pm.

It will be a dusty and cloudy day. Temperatures will be chilly to start, with lows of 13C inland and 14C on the coast.

Winds will be especially strong over the sea, blowing dust and sand which will reduce visibility.

The Arabian Gulf will be rough to very rough and it will be rough to moderate in the Oman Sea.

It will reach 21C in Abu Dhabi and 22C in Dubai but it will become cold again overnight.

Looking ahead, conditions will be similar on Tuesday, with dusty and partly cloudy skies and highs of 22C and 23C in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, respectively.

Humidity will rise overnight, raising the risk of early morning fog on Wednesday.

Temperatures will begin to creep up, reaching 25C and climbing further as the weekend approaches, hitting the high 20s on Friday.

Updated: February 7th 2022, 5:51 AM

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UAE weather: chilly start to week but temperatures set to creep up - The National

* Sri Lanka Navy seizes another vessel smuggling 200 kg of heroin in high seas, arrests 9 foreign nationalsThu, Feb 3, 2022, 01:04 pm SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.

Feb 03, Colombo: Sri Lanka Navy has seized a foreign fishing trawler transporting about 200 kilograms of heroin in the international waters off the southern coast of Sri Lanka and arrested 9 suspects recently.

In a special operation carried out by Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in coordination with Sri Lanka Police and intelligence agencies, a drug-carrying foreign vessel was intercepted in international waters south of Sri Lanka on 26th January 2022.

The special operation was mounted by the Offshore Patrol Vessel SLNS Sayurala, which after about 02-week-long surveillance in international waters, spotted a suspicious foreign vessel remaining on high seas about 1081 nautical miles (about 2002km) off Dondra, south of Sri Lanka.

When a special Navy team was sent to search the suspicious foreign vessel, the individuals of the vessel were spotted jettisoning several sacks, when seen the presence of the Navy.

It was later revealed that the smugglers had thrown overboard about 200kg of heroin in 08 sacks.

Upon reaching the suspicious vessel, a team of naval personnel boarded the vessel and found about 250g of heroin remaining and a satellite phone. As such, the Navy nabbed 09 foreign nationals aboard and seized the foreign vessel and other belongings.

Though the sea area concerned was searched by a team of naval personnel for jettisoned sacks of drugs, no clue was found from the sea area which was rough and has a depth of about 3800m.

The apprehended suspects along with the foreign vessel were brought to the port of Colombo for further investigations today (03rd February).

The coordinated operation paved the way to thwart the influx of another large quantity of illegal drugs to the country, the Navy said.

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Sri Lanka : Sri Lanka Navy seizes another vessel smuggling 200 kg of heroin in high seas, arrests 9 foreign nationals - Colombo Page

February brings with it a reminder that there's plenty of winter still to be had but also that spring is out there somewhere.

So give yourself a pat on the back for making it through January and look forward to these five February events that embrace the season of ice and snow. We'll allbe complaining about mosquitos soon enough.

Details: Enjoy Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary by the light of the moon and stars from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Festivities include a night hike, horse-drawn wagon rides, a bonfire, music by the Good News Band and live animal ambassadors. Some activities are weather dependent.

Cost: $5 per family, with proceeds benefiting Friends of the Wildlife Sanctuary. baybeachwildlife.com or 920-391-3683.

Details: Try saying that five times fast. Or,just bundle up and head to Green Bay Botanical Garden, 2600 Larsen Road, to view the nature-themed snow sculptures. Wisconsin-based snow carvers Christy Dunsmoor, Jeff Olson, Garrett Wendlandtand Lisa Doeren will arrive Feb. 10 to begin turning blocks of snow into works of art. Weather conditions will have a say in when and for how long the sculptures will look their best, but the tentative dates for viewing are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 10-12 and 14-19. Visitors can also embark ona scavenger hunt and take a home a free craft kit (while supplies last).Look for updates on the snow sculpture conditions at facebook.com/GreenBayBotanicalGarden.

Cost: Included with garden admission: $12 adults, $10 seniors age 62 and older and military, $10 students with ID, $5 ages 3-17 and free ages 2 and younger.

MORE: Injured snowy owl found on Green Bay's east side recovering after surgery

MORE: Check out this Green Bay-area spots to get out in nature for a winter hike

Details: Its your once-a-year chance to try your hand at theluge onAriens Hill. The Titletown District transforms into its own version the Olympics for the Titletown Winter Games Feb. 19 and 20. Participants can choose from the luge, curling, biathlon and cross-country skiing, figure skating and ski jumping, made possible withguidance from Olympic governing bodies and an event partnership with U.S. Venture Inc. in Appleton. The opening ceremony begins at noon Feb. 19, with events running until 7 p.m. and then again from noon to 5 p.m. Feb. 20. Bring your own bike or ski helmets; additional necessary equipment will be provided. All participants must complete a waiver onsite.

Cost: Free. Specifics on each event can be found at titletown.com.

Details: Travel to far away places without having to pack a suitcase or get a passport. Mickey and Minnie Mouse make their annual winter visit to the Resch Center to whisk audiences away to enchanted castles, the high seas, snow-covered mountains and the Marigold Bridge. This years touring Disney on Ice production, Into the Magic, features characters from Moana, Frozen, Coco and Beauty and the Beast, plus Cinderella, Tangled and other Disney stories the favorite 7-year-old in your life can tell you all about. Performances are at 7 p.m. Feb. 24-25 and 11 a.m. 3 and 7 p.m. Feb. 26-27.

Cost: Tickets are $21 and up at ticketstaronline.com, Resch box office and 800-895-0071. Anyone age 2or older must have a ticket.No costumes for ages 14 and older.

Details: Whitney Park, 800 Main St., Green Bay, gets the winter wonderland treatment from 1 to 5 p.m. Feb. 26. There will be horse-drawn wagon rides from 2 to4 p.m., ice sculptures, bonfires with s'mores, a visit by Chase and Marshall from "PAW Patrol,"onsite fitness with the YWCAfrom 2 to 3 p.m. and eats from the Blue Suede Foods food truck.

Cost: Free.

ContactKendra Meinertat 920-431-8347 or kmeinert@greenbay.gannett.com. Follow her on Twitter @KendraMeinert.

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Snow and ice sculptures, free luge runs on Ariens Hill, bonfires and 'Frozen': Who says February isn't fun? - Green Bay Press Gazette