Podcasts about Pauk

Kaip šiuolaikinių Lietuvos kompozitorių dainose atsiskleidžia moterų paveikslai ir būsenos? Pokalbis su koncerto „Paukštės giesmė“ kūrėjomis mecosopranu Renata Dubinskaite ir pianiste Jone Punyte-Svigariene.Šiauliuose prasidėjo „Saulės vasaros koncertų“ ciklas.Kaip Pakruojis mena ir įprasmina šiuolaikiniu Lietuvos vitražo tėvu įvardinamą Stasį Ušinską?Pasaulio muzikos naujienose kompozitorius Jurgis Kubilius pasakoja apie muzikos konkursų rezultatus, archyvuose rastus leidinius, kuriuos skaitant galima „išvysti“ paryžietiškas operas, bei Čekijoje naujai pastatytą operą „Platėja“, anuomet vos netapusią įžeidimu Prancūzijos sosto įpėdinio nuotakai.Perkusininko Andriaus Rekašiaus muzikos spektras – nuo baroko iki šiandienos. Kaip jo instrumentas prisitaiko skirtingiems stiliams? Pokalbis rubrikoje „Be kaukių“.Ved. Gabija NarušytėNuotr. iš dukros R. Ušinskaitės archyvo

„Įsižiūrėkite į padangių sparnuočius: nei jie sėja, nei pjauna, nei į kluonus krauna, o jūsų dangiškasis Tėvas juos maitina“. Paukščiai šiame Jėzaus palyginime iš Evangelijos pagal Matą simbolizuoja besąlygišką pasitikėjimą Dievo Apvaizda, kuri pasirūpins viskuo, kas ne mūsų valioje, tad „supaukštėjimas“ šia prasme pateikiamas kaip siektinas idealas. Apie supaukštėjimą kalbėsimės ir šios dienos laidoje, nes pokalbį įkvėpęs istoriko Nerijaus Šepečio straipsnis naujausiame Židinio numeryje būtent taip vadinasi: „Supaukštėjusi siela: apie karo grėsmes ir jų nesureikšminimą“. Rodos, kur labiau begalima išmėginti savo pasitikėjimą Apvaizda, jei ne ketvirtus metus gyvenant karo Ukrainoje nuotaikomis ir paslapčia baiminantis, kad ateis ir mūsų eilė. Tačiau mūsiškis supaukštėjimas pasireiškia dviem kraštutiniais efektais, kurie atskleidžia nūdienos Lietuvos jausenas ir nuotaikas, nustelbiančias sveiko proto balsą.Laidoje dalyvauja VU Istorijos fakulteto profesorius Nerijus Šepetys.Redaktorė Rūta Tumėnaitė.

Sustingusios gyvybės muzika saksofonais ir elektrine gitara; fortepijoninė Šri Lankos muzika; Thomaso Adèso orkestrinės siuitos; modernus džiazas vibrafonu. Ir tai dar ne visos leidybinės naujienos „Kitame laike“!Ved. Domantas Razauskas

Kai kurie darbdaviai siūlo apmokamas laisvas dienas tiems savo darbuotojams, kurie yra krašto apsaugos savanoriai ar Šaulių sąjungos nariai. Ar tokia priemonė gali paskatinti žmones aktyviau jungtis į pilietiškas organizacijas? Kuo tai gali būti naudinga verslui?Taip pat, domėsimės politikos vieta Eurovizijoje.Lietuvoje naminės katės kasmet nužudo milijonus paukščių. Taip skaičiuoja ornitologai ir piktinasi, kad paukščiai žūsta dėl to, kad žmonės palieka savo gyvūnus be priežiūros, tad specialistai ragina bent pavasarį, paukščių perėjimo metu, laikyti kates namie, o lauke vedžioti su pavadėliais. Taip pat, dalis gamtininkų ir mokslininkų atkreipia dėmesį, kad laisvai gamtoje būnančios naminės katės gali tapti pavojingų virusų nešiotojomis, pavyzdžiui, paukščių gripo.Gero nusiteikimo nestokojanti Zakų šeima jau ne vieną dešimtmetį puoselėja daržininkystės ūkį, augina ir perdirba paklausiausias lietuviškas daržoves: bulves, morkas, kopūstus, agurkus ir dar daugybę kitų. Ūkio įkūrėjas Kęstutis Zakas atsimena: veiklos pradžioje darbui teko pasikinkyti ir arklį, o dabar - dalis procesų robotizuoti. Į ūkio plėtojimą įsitraukusi visa šeima. Tuo netruksite įsitikinti. Zakų šeimos ūkyje Šiaulių rajone, Jauniūnų kaime, lankėsi LRT Radijo laidos „Gimtoji žemė“ vedėja Rūta Simanavičienė.Ved. Darius Matas

Filmų ir serialų platformą LRT Epika atranda vis daugiau žiūrovų. Šį mėnesį LRT Epikos prenumeratorių skaičius perkopė 200 tūkstančių.LRT Faktai: ar tiesa, kad šiais metais bus suremontuoti tik 47 kilomentrai valstybinių kelių?Senoviniai lietuviški dekoratyviniai augalai: ką jie reiškė mūsų seneliams ir kodėl vis dar verta juos sodinti šiandien. Ar tarp visų naujovių dar atpažįstame bijūno, rūtų ar jurginų vertę?Miesto antropologai ir ornitoLogai teigia, kad daugybė paukščių žūsta atsitrenkę į netinkamai suprojektuotų pastatų langus, o renovuojant senus daugiabučius, dažnai tenka panaikinti ertmėse ties stogu čiurlių įsikurtas lizdavietes. Kaip užtikrinti biologinės įvairovės apsaugą ir ar užtenka teikti tik rekomendacijas, nenustatant aiškių teisės aktų?10–12. Ved. Ignas Andriukevičius

„Pakartot“ vieši trombonininkas, dūdmaišininkas, multiinstrumentininkas, pedagogas, vienas etnodžiazo Lietuvoje pradininkų Skirmantas Sasnauskas. Domantas Razauskas muzikantą kalbina apie naują išskirtinį albumą „Pasikleketavimai“, įrašytą kartu su Agota Zdanavičiūte, Adu Gecevičiumi ir sutartinių giedotojų grupe „Ūtara“.Ved. Domantas Razauskas

Ūkininkai raginami nuo ligų labiau saugoti savo gyvulius ir paukščius – jie vėl gali pretenduoti į paramą įvairioms biosaugos priemonėms įsigyti.Aktualus klausimas. Ekspertai pataria šeimoms turėti susidarius finansinį planą, kuris gali padėti išvengti nesutarimų. Kaip dažnai jūsų šeimoje kyla konfliktų kalbantis apie pinigus?Valstybės įmonės, įstaigos, poliklinikos, kurių yra beveik 500, priverstos duomenis saugoti tik Lietuvos radijo ir televizijos centro duomenų bazėje, kur paslaugų kaina gali būti didesnė nei rinkos.Apie trečdalį gyventojų ėmė rečiau lankytis kavinėse, o dar beveik trečdalis per pastarąjį pusmetį kavinėse išvis nesilankė. Tai rodo bendrovės „Baltijos tyrimai“ apklausa, kurią užsakė LRT.Specialistai pastebi, kad Lietuvoje vis dar trūksta nuoseklios pagalbos moterims po gimdymo.Ved. Edvardas Kubilius

Trumpo ir Putino telefoninio pokalbio rezultatai – siūlymą visiškai nutraukti ugnį Rusija atmetė, bet sutiko mėnesį neatakuoti energetikos infrastruktūros.Dėl paukščių gripo kilus krizei Amerikoje, Vašingtonas prašo Lietuvos įvertinti galimybes eksportuoti kiaušinius.Vietoj aštuonių dienų – devyni mėnesiai. Tiek laiko tarptautinėje kosmoso stotyje praleidę astronautai grįžo į Žemę.Valstybinė Ligonių kasa pristatė paslaugų apmokėjimo pakeitimus. Pagal juo numatoma už kvotas viršijančias dienos chirurgijos, dienos stacionaro ir kitas paslaugas mokėti mažiau. Sveikatos paslaugų įstaigos nepritaria tokiems pakeitimams. Jų teigimu, tai ne sumažintų eiles pas gydytojus, ko dabar siekia valdantieji, bet net ir padidintų, ypač jei kalbama apie dienos stacionaro ar dienos chirurgijos paslaugas.Finansų ministras sako, kad jam pavaldžios energetikos grupės „Ignitis“ vadovų atsakomybę dėl vėluojančio pirmojo 700 megavatų galios jūrinio vėjo parko projekto balandžio pradžioje turėtų svarstyti grupės stebėtojų taryba.Ved. Andrius Kavaliauskas

JAV prezidento specialusis pasiuntinys Styvas Vitkofas teigia, kad Ukrainos vadovybė sutinka surengti prezidento rinkimus.Finansų ministerija sumažino šalies ekonomikos augimo prognozę, tačiau tikisi, kad darbo užmokestis šiemet augs sparčiau, nei kils kainos. Ir didės gyventojų perkamoji galia.Šiaurės Lietuvoje vis aktyvėja karstiniai procesai, nes gipsas, pasak geologų, čia glūdi negiliai nuo trijų iki dešimties metrų gylyje.Rusnės saloje gamtos entuziastai leidosi į žygį stebėti grįžusių paukščių pulkų.Daliai Panevėžio rajono gyventojų tenka aiškintis, kodėl jie gyvena geležinkelio stotyje, nors iš tiesų turi namus.Ved. Madona Lučkaitė

Šiauliuose – ypatinga gamtos sėkmės istorija! Daugiabučio laipinės pastogėje įsikūrusi didžiųjų apuokų pora susilaukė jauniklių. Biologas Petras Adeikis džiaugiasi, kad patinas ir patelė puikiai dalijasi pareigomis, rūpindamiesi mažyliais, nors ir kivirčijasi, kaip kiekvienoje šeimoje.Apie gandrų keliones ir kylančias grėsmes kalbame su ornitologu Vytautu Jusiu, o Gamtos tyrimų centro Paukščių ekologijos laboratorijos vadovas Mindaugas Dagys aiškina, kur yra siųstuvėliais paženklinti gandrai ir kokių naujų duomenų apie jų migraciją sukaupta.Ved. Selemonas Paltanavičius ir Alvyda Bajarūnaitė

Trumpo ir Putino telefoninio pokalbio rezultatai – siūlymą visiškai nutraukti ugnį Rusija atmetė, bet sutiko mėnesį neatakuoti energetikos infrastruktūros.Dėl paukščių gripo kilus krizei Amerikoje, Vašingtonas prašo Lietuvos įvertinti galimybes eksportuoti kiaušinius.Vietoj aštuonių dienų – devyni mėnesiai. Tiek laiko tarptautinėje kosmoso stotyje praleidę astronautai grįžo į Žemę.Valstybinė Ligonių kasa pristatė paslaugų apmokėjimo pakeitimus. Pagal juo numatoma už kvotas viršijančias dienos chirurgijos, dienos stacionaro ir kitas paslaugas mokėti mažiau. Sveikatos paslaugų įstaigos nepritaria tokiems pakeitimams. Jų teigimu, tai ne sumažintų eiles pas gydytojus, ko dabar siekia valdantieji, bet net ir padidintų, ypač jei kalbama apie dienos stacionaro ar dienos chirurgijos paslaugas.Finansų ministras sako, kad jam pavaldžios energetikos grupės „Ignitis“ vadovų atsakomybę dėl vėluojančio pirmojo 700 megavatų galios jūrinio vėjo parko projekto balandžio pradžioje turėtų svarstyti grupės stebėtojų taryba.Ved. Andrius Kavaliauskas

Nacionalinėje filharmonijoje dar viena padėka mūsų genijui: koncertas „Čiurlionio kodas“ – antroji dedikacija mūsų kompozitoriui ir dailininkui. Šeštadienio vakarą LNSO diriguos pasaulio scenose žibanti maestra Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla. Dirigentės mintys koncerto išvakarėse.Kauno galerijoje „Meno parkas“ atidaroma pirmoji menininkės, poetės, filosofės, dr. Aušros Kaziliūnaitės personalinė paroda „Šviesa, kuri auga“.Hipnotizuojantys Afrikos ritmai ir ritualiniai giedojimai, derinami su improvizuotu šokiu... Gnawa – Maroko muzikos ir kultūros tradicija, klausytojus įtraukianti į mistinį garsų pasaulį. Vienas ryškiausių šiandienos Gnawos ambasadorių Londone – Simo Lagnawi. Menininkas sako, kad Gnawa - ne tik muzika, bet ir gyvenimo būdas. Plačiau pasakoja Ignas Gudelevičius.Lietuvos nacionaliniame dramos teatre pristatoma premjera – spektaklis „Paukščiai“. Tai nerimu persmelkta istorija apie gebėjimą pasipriešinti kito manipuliacijoms. Spektaklis įkvėptas Holivudo žvaigždės, su legendiniu kino kūrėju Alfredu Hitchcocku dirbusios aktorės Tippi Hedren atsiminimų. „Tam tikra prasme kiekvienas iš mūsų esame Tippi“, – sako Lietuvos nacionaliniame dramos teatre spektakį statanti lenkų-prancūzų režisierė ir dramaturgė Anna Smolar. Su ja susitiko kolegė Evelina Povilavičiūtė.Rubrikos „Be kaukių“ svečias – Kipras Mašanauskas.Ved. Gabija Narušytė

Kultūros publikacijų spaudoje apžvalga.Lietuvos nacionaliniame dramos teatre pristatoma premjera – spektaklis „Paukščiai“.Vytauto didžiojo gimnazijoje šiandien ir rytoj vyksta Lietuvių kalbos ir literatūros olimpiada Lietuvos ir užsienio lietuviškų mokyklų mokiniams.Dovilė Kuzminskaitė apžvelgia perskaičiusi Jono Fossės „Trilogiją“ ir Joan Didion autobiografinę esė „Maginio mąstymo metai“.Tarptautinės dailės kritikų asociacijos Lietuvos sekcija kartu su LNDM Nacionaline dailės galerija, sukūrė naują vizualiojo meno kritikos mokyklą „Krituliai“.Kaip savo nepriklausomybę ir kultūros išsaugojimą mato pirmoji Grenlandijoje moteris hip hopo scenoje Parnaq Hammond Iversen?Vilnius Sapiegų rūmuose neeilinė patirtis – 12-os valandų trukmės islandų menininko Ragnaro Kjartanssono videokūrinys „Bliss“.Kas lėmė, kad finansavimas 30-ajam „Pažaislio muzikos festivaliui“ Kauno miesto savivaldybė trečdaliu sumažino finansavimą?Ved. Marius Eidukonis

Pasaką „Kareivis, aukso paukštė ir marių mergelė“ skaito aktorė Gražina Urbonaitė.

Pažinti gamtą, žinoti kas joje vyksta, priklauso nuo pasiruošimo. O kaip tam ruoštis, kur ieškoti atsakymų? Žinoma, knygose!Su leidėju, gamtos fotografu Romualdu Barausku kalbame apie gamtos knygų leidybą, kuri tikrai nėra paprasta: trūksta autorių, o nedidelei auditorijai leidžiant mažus tiražus, išauga knygų kaina. Tačiau knygos rašomos, leidžiamos - Knygų mugėje bus sutikta originali nauja knyga apie Lietuvos žvėris, taip pat apie Švedijoje Tomo Baravyko vykdytus vilkų elgsenos stebėjimus.Ką gali knyga, pasakoja ir ornitologas Vytautas Jusys - pats būdamas dešimčių knygų apie paukščius autorius, vardija vaikystės knygas, lyg jas būtų skaitęs tik dabar. Ant Vytauto Jusio stalo - rašoma knyga apie Lietuvos paukščių lizdus, dėtis, jauniklius.Ved. Selemonas Paltanavičius ir Alvyda Bajarūnaitė

Grįžę iš Norvegijos į Klaipėdos rajono Ruigių kaimą, Gintarė ir Martynas Laukiai pasirinko auginti nuo mažų viščiukų iki dedeklių vištų. Tam įsigijo ir paruošė parduodamą paukščių fermą, kurioje dabar auga 15 tūkst. viščiukų. Tik kaimyniniame Šilutės rajone paukščių gripu susirgus paukščiams, dabar klaipėdiškiai ūkininkai ėmėsi ypatingų saugumo priemonių. Apie sustiprintą apsaugą kituose šalies paukštynuose, paukščių gripo pasekmes paukštienos eksportui – Valstybinės maisto ir veterinarijos tarnybos direktoriaus pavaduotojas Paulius Bušauskas.Vienos didžiausių Alytaus rajone ir 24 kilometrus nuo miesto nutolusio Simno seniūnas Vladas Čeponis sako, kad greičiau sužinoti kaimuose gyvenančių žmonių bėdas, atliepti jų poreikius labai padeda išrinkti 5 seniūnaičiai. Vietos gyventojai pamažu pratinasi prie seniūnaičių, dar retokai į juos kreipiasi, bet pamažu įsitikina, kad jie, kaip tarpininkai tarp seniūno ir kaimo gyventojų, iš tiesų gali padėti. Ir tam nereikia pačiam keliauti į seniūniją ar rajono centrą. Seniūnas pripažįsta, kad be seniūnaičių jaustųsi kaip be rankų. Pokalbyje dalyvauja Simno seniūnas Vladas Čeponis, Verebiejų seniūnaitis Gintas Bartaškevičius ir Mergalaukio-Kalesninkų seniūnaitė Birutė Venskūnienė.Fikusai kaip kambariniai augalai auginami Lietuvoje. Tačiau Indijoje bengalinis fikusas auga gamtoje ir yra pripažintas nacionaliniu medžiu. Kokie būdingi jo bruožai, kodėl šie medžiai Indijoje buvo atsidūrę ant išnykimo ribos, – pasakoja Kretingos muziejaus Gamtos ir aplinkos tvarkymo skyriaus vedėja Jurgita Tertelienė.Ved. Regina Montvilienė

Gamtoje jau vyksta svarbūs procesai – paukščiai kuria poras, tvarko lizdus ir ruošiasi perėjimui. Ar vasario pradžia tam nėra per anksti? Ornitologas Eugenijus Drobelis dalijasi įžvalgomis apie retų paukščių gyvenimą, - kaip žiemą gyvena ereliai, didieji apuokai ir laplandinės pelėdos, kokios problemos jiems iškyla ir kaip galime padėti. Aptarsime dirbtinių lizdų reikšmę plėšriesiems paukščiams bei žmogaus vaidmenį gamtos apsaugoje. Vasario dienos gamtoje – tai pasiruošimas pavasariui, kupinas grožio ir iššūkių, kuriuos kviečiame pažinti drauge.Ved. Selemonas Paltanavičius ir Alvyda Bajarūnaitė

Stāsta režisors Jānis Cimmermanis. Bērnība, pasakas, lelles, fantāzija, iztēle. Šo piecdesmit deviņu gadu laikā leļļu filmu studija, vēlāk “Animācijas brigāde”, ir radījusi vairāk nekā 160 filmu. Ja pieskaita mācību un reklāmu filmas, to skaits būtu daudz lielāks. Scenāristi, mākslinieki, režisori – katrs nāk ar savām idejām, fantāzijām, sapņiem, risinājumiem, domu un stila daudzveidību. Kādas lelles tik nav veidotas! – cilvēki, dzīvnieki, kukaiņi, pasaku tēli, fantastiski kosmosa radījumi, spoki…. Ļoti mazas – viena centimetra līdz pāri par metru augumā. Izrādās, lelles spēj dzīvot, priecāties, skumt, spēj darīt visu, uz ko ir spējīga scenāristu un režisoru fantāzija, arī skatītāju iztēle. Lelles dažreiz izrāda savu raksturu un sāk dzīvot neatkarīgu dzīvi, mainot iepriekš paredzētos spēles noteikumus. Bieži tiek uzdots jautājums: kur un kā rodas šie notikumi? Asprātīgie, absurdie atgadījumi. Atbilde ir vienkārša – jāatver acis un jāpaskatās sev apkārt! Gandrīz  katras filmas pamatā ir reāla dzīves situācija. Daudzi vēl atceras notikumu ar Rīgas centrālo pieminekli – tas bija risks, filma “Piemineklis”. Ar Māri norunājām, ka sēdēsim kopā un brauksim vienā virzienā. Filmu nofilmējām trieciena tempā, 15 dienu laikā. Pirmizrāde bija Islandes filmu festivālā. Filmu uzņēma piesardzīgi, līdz brīdim, kad avīzēs parādījās foto ar īsto gulošo pieminekli Rīgā. Vēl notikumi filmā “Rekets”, – šī parādība bija stipri izplatīta deviņdesmitajos gados. Filma “Rietumu ekspresis”, Māra Putniņa scenāriji bija apveltīti ar nevienam nezināmu, neizskaidrojamu, notikumu paredzēšanu. Daudzi no filmās attēlotajiem notikumiem piepildījās – īsta mistika! Beidza eksistēt Rīgas kinostudija. Pazuda “Banka Baltija”. Strīdi un nebūšanas filmā “Parlaments”… Vienīgā filma par ļoti skarbu tēmu bija filma “Ceļš”, kurā attēlota iznīcība, atomkara sekas, un tomēr vēl paliek cerība par dabas un cilvēka nekontrolētās rīcības atveseļošanos. Leļļu studija no sākta gala centās pārsteigt skatītāju, likt noticēt, ka notiekošais uz ekrāna ir īstenība. Personīgi man patika laiks, kad filmējām uz 35 mm filmas. Katra epizode bija nopietni jāpārdomā, tehniski jāsagatavo, jo pat neliela kļūda varēja iznīcināt ilūziju. Tā spoku filmā “Viesnīca”, spokiem bija jābūt caurspīdīgiem, gaisīgiem, viņiem vajadzēja iet cauri sienām, parādīties un izgaist. Tagad, datora laikmetā, tas viss ir diezgan ātri un samērā viekārši paveicams, toreiz tas prasīja krietni ilgāku laiku. Tā filmas “Viesnīca” finālā ir krāsains salūts, ko filmējām vairākas reizes. Tāpat filmā “Rietumu ekspresis” auto dzenas pakaļ bez vadības palikušajam vilcienam – vienlaicīgi kustējās vilciens, blakus – ceļš ar auto un arī stāsta varoņi. Mūsu leļļu kino filmās piedalās ne tikai lelles, bet arī dzīvi aktieri. Burova “Tīģeris ņau-ņau” rudā kaķa lomā darbojās septiņi rudi astaini aktieri. Filmā “Ragainais māls” galvenajā vecā velna lomā iedzīvojās aktieris Ēvalds Valters. Un kur nu vēl aktieru balsis: Vera Singajevska “Si-si-dra”, Velta Skurstene “Poēm pa kūlšen”, Uldis Dumpis filmā “Vanadziņš”, Jānis Paukštello filmā “Mana paradīze”. Filmu “Lielais Indriķis” ieskaņoja daudzi populāri Rīgas teātru aktieri un aktieru kursa studenti, jo lomu skaits pārsniedza trīsdesmit. Mūsu studijas darba mērķis ir viens – nest skatītājiem prieku, neskatoties, cik jauns vai vecs viņš arī nebūtu. Kaut uz mirkli aizmirsties un noticēt ekrānā redzamajam brīnumam. Paskatīties uz dzīvi un sevi ar smaidu, bet varbūt uz brīdi atgriezties bērnībā.

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Last time we spoke about the South China Sea Raid. In January, General Krueger reinforced the American beachhead at Lingayen Gulf while Admiral Halsey launched Operation Gratitude, targeting enemy ships based on faulty intelligence. Despite not finding the expected battleships, American forces decimated a Japanese convoy, sinking numerous vessels and claiming 113 enemy aircraft. Meanwhile, on Luzon, the 1st and 14th Corps advanced against Japanese defenses, capturing key positions despite fierce resistance. As both sides prepared for counteroffensives, the battle intensified, marking a pivotal moment in the Philippines campaign. On January 17, the 58th Brigade and supporting regiments launched a daring operation to destroy enemy positions. As American forces advanced, they faced fierce resistance, but some regiments achieved notable successes. Task Force 38 executed airstrikes on Formosa and Hong Kong, inflicting damage despite heavy losses. Meanwhile, Japanese forces struggled to regroup amid American pressure. General Suzuki devised a plan to fortify Leyte, but ongoing air raids hampered supply efforts. Tensions escalated as both sides prepared for decisive confrontations in the ongoing battle for control. This episode is the Mandalay Offensive Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  We last left off with, General Krueger strategically positioned General Mullins' 25th Division on the right flank of the 43rd Division to bolster the assault forces at the Rosario front. This maneuver was also intended to facilitate the continuation of the 14th Corps' advance to the south. Following the successful repulsion of General Nishiyama's local counterattack, General Wing ordered the 63rd, 158th, and 172nd Regiments, which had been stalled, to launch an offensive from the west along the Damortis-Rosario road. Simultaneously, the 103rd and 169th Regiments were tasked with advancing northward along Route 3, originating from Pozorrubio. In contrast, while the 58th Independent Mixed Brigade and the 23rd Division worked to contain General Swift's 1st Corps, General Yamashita was reinforcing the San Jose sector. He further instructed the Shigemi Detachment to maintain a defensive position in Binalonan. Although the 27th and 161st Regiments had successfully relieved the 103rd Regiment in the Binalonan area, Major-General Shigemi Isao ultimately opted to halt further troop movements. He decided to leave only a small garrison in Binalonan while the majority of his forces prepared for a decisive stand at San Manuel.   As the situation unfolded, the 3rd Battalion of the 161st Regiment encountered minimal resistance, allowing them to advance into the northern half of Binalonan by nightfall on January 17. In a parallel effort, General Patrick directed the 1st Regiment towards Urdaneta, where they successfully eliminated a small outpost belonging to the Shigemi Detachment. Additionally, he dispatched the 20th Regiment to the Cabaruan Hills, where they achieved their objective by reaching Lunec and securing the central area of the hills by the end of the day. On January 18, the offensive momentum of the 6th and 25th Divisions persisted. The 20th Regiment advanced to a low ridge approximately 2,500 yards west of Cabaruan, where American forces identified the primary defenses of the 2nd Battalion, 71st Regiment. Meanwhile, the 161st Regiment successfully cleared Binalonan, and the 27th Regiment moved forward to seize control of the Bactad area, further consolidating their gains in the region. Simultaneously, Wing's units were gearing up for a significant new offensive. In line with this strategy, the 2nd Battalion of the 169th Regiment advanced along Route 3, deftly circumventing the town of Sison, and finally reached a crucial road junction located to the northeast of the town. Meanwhile, to the north, the 172nd Regiment executed a successful nighttime ambush against a Japanese artillery battalion. Following this victory, they dispatched a company to seize control of a strategically important hill, rising 600 feet and situated approximately 1,000 yards north of Rosario. This position enabled American forces to exert control over a substantial portion of the surrounding area. By the conclusion of the day, the 158th and 63rd Regiments established contact through patrols about a mile south of Amlang, as they prepared for a coordinated assault that was set to launch on January 19. This offensive culminated in the collapse of the last Japanese defenses just two days later. Concurrently, the 172nd Regiment successfully established a patrol base on Hill 606. From this vantage point, patrols ventured into Rosario, discovering the town was heavily mined, riddled with booby traps, and defended by concealed machine-gunners and riflemen hiding amidst the rubble of the buildings. On January 19, the 103rd Regiment initiated an assault on Hill 600, located at the southern end of the ridge line east of Route 3. At the same time, the 2nd Battalion of the 169th Regiment faced several intense counterattacks from retreating Japanese forces that had been bypassed at Mount Alava and Sison. Despite the fierce resistance, the relentless pressure from Japanese troops and increasingly heavy artillery fire ultimately compelled the battalion to withdraw by noon. Nevertheless, the American operations succeeded in diminishing the Japanese presence in the region. Looking southward, the 161st Regiment cautiously advanced toward San Manuel, while the 27th Regiment effectively moved into Asingan, successfully cutting off Shigemi's escape route. Further south, the 1st Regiment rapidly progressed along Route 3 toward the Agno River, capturing the towns of Villasis, Carmen, and Rosales. Meanwhile, the 20th Regiment commenced an assault on the 2nd Battalion of the 71st Regiment stationed in the Cabaruan Hills. On the front commanded by General Griswold, the 14th Corps was in the process of mobilizing along the Camiling-Anao line, preparing to initiate an advance toward the Tarlac-Victoria line. The 160th Regiment began its march, covering seven miles southward from Camiling along Route 13, while the 129th Regiment took a strong position in Anao, establishing vital contact with other outposts of the 37th Division stationed at Paniqui. The advances made on January 20 were notably swift, with the 148th Regiment successfully capturing the towns of Gerona and Pura. Meanwhile, the 37th Reconnaissance Troop made significant progress by entering the guerrilla-occupied area of Victoria, and units from the 40th Division advanced to within four miles of Tarlac, signaling a promising push toward their objectives. In the area around Cabaruan, the Japanese forces had sustained heavy losses during the initial attack. In response, Colonel Patrick made the strategic decision to withdraw two battalions from the hills to reinforce the southern advance. Probing slowly through the roughest ground in the Cabaruan Hills on January 20 and 21, the 20th Regiment's reinforced battalion jumped off in the morning of the 22nd in what was expected to be the last attack, its way paved by an especially heavy artillery and air bombardment. But from the start, operations did not go as planned. The air strike, conducted by Fifth Air Force A-20s was four hours late, subjecting the infantry to "a nerve racking wait," and did not include requested napalm. Air and artillery concentrations were, however, well placed, and it seemed improbable to the waiting infantry that many Japanese could have lived through them. A combined tank-infantry assault began about 12:30 and proceeded slowly but steadily for almost two hours. Then the attackers were stopped cold by a tremendous burst of rifle, machine-gun, and light artillery fire from the very hillsides that had received the weight of the bombardments. Company E, in the lead, fell back; Company G's officers were all either killed or wounded, and the company was temporarily scattered; Company F was pinned in place; and two supporting tanks were knocked out. Casualties mounted quickly to 10 men killed and 35 wounded. As a consequence, Patrick found it necessary to redirect one battalion from the 1st Regiment to support the ongoing attack. Simultaneously, the remainder of the 20th Regiment pressed forward toward Cuyapo, while the bulk of the 1st Regiment continued its eastward movement toward the guerrilla-held Balungao. Additionally, the 6th Reconnaissance Troop reached Guimba, successfully establishing contact with patrols from the 14th Corps, which was crucial for coordinating their efforts. On another front, with Mount Alava now vulnerable, the 169th Regiment launched a vigorous assault on January 20, managing to secure the summit of the mountain by nightfall. In contrast, the 103rd Regiment continued to face heavy casualties during their frontal assaults against Hill 600, ultimately gaining only a precarious foothold on the exposed southern slopes. Meanwhile, in a significant naval development, Admiral Halsey's Task Force 38 exited the South China Sea through the Balintang Channel on January 20. The task force was poised to execute further strikes against Formosa, aiming to disrupt enemy operations and bolster the Allied offensive in the region. The following day, with significantly improved weather conditions, Admiral McCain's aircraft carriers launched a coordinated series of airstrikes targeting Formosa, the Pescadores Islands, and the southern Ryukyu Islands. These operations resulted in the destruction of 104 Japanese aircraft on the ground, the sinking of seven oil tankers, and the loss of seven transport ships, along with additional damage inflicted on another seven vessels.  For the first time since November 1944, TF 38 felt the sting of kamikazes. Operating just 100nm east of Formosa, TF 38 was not difficult to find. Just after noon, a single aircraft appeared to conduct a conventional bombing attack on TG 38.3's light carrier Langley. One bomb hit forward. Personnel casualties were light, but the carrier was conducting flight operations three hours later. Within minutes, another aircraft also evaded radar detection and the CAP to commence a suicide dive against Ticonderoga. The kamikaze struck the flight deck and penetrated where its bomb exploded. An impending strike was spotted and ready to launch; now these aircraft provided fuel for the fire which was quickly spreading. Just before 1300hrs, another group of eight kamikazes and five escorts resumed the attack on TG 38.3. Only two suicide aircraft survived the CAP to dive on the wounded Ticonderoga. One was sent spinning into the water by antiaircraft fire, but the final attacker crashed into the carrier's island. More fires were started. The crew succeeded in putting out the flames by 1415hrs and correcting a nine-degree list by 1800hrs. Though the ship was saved, the cost was high. Some 143 men were killed and 202, including her captain, were wounded. In addition, the air group lost 36 aircraft. As a final farewell, kamikazes attacked the two destroyers on picket duty just 65nm off Formosa at 1310hrs. A single Zero had joined a returning strike. Before it could be identified as enemy, it dove on destroyer Maddox, striking her amidships. This and the explosion of the bomb aboard created a fire that was quickly extinguished. After a final day of strikes on January 22 against the Ryukyus, during which eight ships were sunk, Task Force 38 set course for Ulithi. Upon arrival, Admiral Halsey transferred command of the Fast Carrier Force to Admiral Spruance, who would lead the final offensives in the Central Pacific.  Meanwhile, back on Luzon, on January 21, the 160th Regiment swiftly cleared the town of Tarlac and began its advance toward San Miguel. Simultaneously, the 145th and 148th Regiments moved unopposed toward La Paz. The speed of 14th Corps' advance had stretched Griswold's supply lines abnormally and had exposed his left from Cuyapo to La Paz, a distance of nearly 25 miles. He had no definite information about suspected Japanese concentrations in the vicinity of Cabanatuan, on Route 5 just 15 miles east of La Paz. His worries about the security of his flank were hardly put to rest by reports of new contacts with Japanese forces at Moncada, now 20 miles behind the front, and at La Paz. Elements of the 129th and 145th Regiments easily took care of the Japanese in the Moncada area; but during the night of January 21, a pitched battle developed at La Paz when a platoon of Japanese infantry, supported by one tank, attacked a 148th Regiment perimeter at a road junction a mile west of town. The Japanese finally withdrew after destroying a bridge that carried a secondary road across a river a mile east of La Paz; but because of this, Griswold reported to General Krueger that it would be impossible to extend 14th Corps' left any further south until he had more information about Japanese forces east of La Paz. To mitigate this risk, he decided to keep General Beightler's 37th Division positioned in reserve while General Brush's 40th Division continued its advance southward along Route 3 toward Bamban. As a result, elements of the 160th Regiment and the 40th Reconnaissance Troop reached Capas and conducted patrols toward Camp O'Donnell on January 22. Meanwhile, the 161st Regiment began probing the defenses established by Japanese forces under Shigemi. The 103rd Regiment faced severe losses during their assault on Hill 600, necessitating a withdrawal to reorganize. Concurrently, the 169th Regiment launched an attack on Hill 355, making slow and costly progress against fierce resistance on the steep, barren slopes. By January 24, most of Hill 355 had been cleared, allowing the 3rd Battalion of the 103rd Regiment to move in and conduct mop-up operations in the area. As the 158th Regiment looked northward and secured the area around Amlang, they initiated an eastward push towards the positions held by the 172nd Regiment. However, their advance was slow, with only a modest gain of 500 yards achieved. Over the next two days, the 158th faced a grueling battle, making painstaking progress as they advanced foot by foot across exposed hills and ridges, all while enduring relentless machine-gun, mortar, and artillery fire. It wasn't until January 26 that they successfully broke through to Cataguintingan, where they provided much-needed support to the 172nd Regiment's ongoing assaults into Rosario. Meanwhile, by the evening of January 23, the 161st Regiment had managed to secure the southern slopes of the barren ridge north of San Manuel. They established trail blocks in the Aboredo Valley, effectively controlling movement in the area. To the south, the 108th Regiment had taken control of the Capas region, while the 160th Regiment successfully captured Bamban. However, it became increasingly evident that the American forces were now confronting the well-fortified and organized defenses of the Kembu Group. The Kembu Group's strength lay in the terrain it held, in the depth of its defenses, and in the great number of automatic weapons (aircraft and anti-aircraft) it possessed. Its major weaknesses were its immobility; the inadequate training and armament of the bulk of its troops; shortages of food, ammunition, and field artillery; and the rudimentary state of many defensive installations, a state deriving from the late start in establishing the positions at and west of Clark Field. The health of the command was poor from the start, and medical supplies were short. Morale was not of the highest order, and many of the troops were easily disaffected Formosan, Okinawan, and Korean labor personnel. In brief, the Kembu Group was the poorest armed, prepared, and supplied of Yamashita's three defense commands. On the other hand, as the 40th Division was soon to learn, even poor service troops, whatever their state of training and armament, can put up stiff resistance in good defensive terrain.  In preparation for the defense of Clark Field, General Tsukada assembled a diverse array of forces, totaling approximately 30,000 troops, although the majority consisted of air and naval personnel. He strategically divided his Army units into four distinct detachments. The Takayama, Takaya, and Eguchi Detachments were positioned along the first and second lines of defense, facing eastward toward Highway 3. Their defensive line extended from the hills west of Bamban to the vicinity of Fort Stotsenburg. In contrast, the Yanagimoto Detachment maintained its mobile units at Angeles and Porac, ready to respond to any potential enemy paratrooper landings on the southern flank of the Clark Field defenses. Additionally, Rear-Admiral Sugimoto Ushie commanded naval units comprising about 15,000 men, tasked with defending positions behind the two forward lines. In light of this formidable opposition, General Griswold made the strategic decision to utilize January 24 for consolidation and regrouping. This involved preparing for further advances southward while also probing into the enemy defenses that had already been uncovered. The 160th Regiment was able to secure Lafe Hill, although they were unable to establish a foothold on Hill 500, highlighting the challenges that lay ahead. To the north, American forces initiated another offensive against the Cabaruan Hills. The units of the 1st Regiment made only modest progress, yet they managed to advance closer to the main defensive positions as night fell. Meanwhile, at San Manuel, the 161st Regiment launched its first assault against the Shigemi Detachment, which encountered unexpectedly fierce resistance. As a result, the Americans were only able to establish a fragile foothold in the northern section of the town. Further north, Wing directed the 103rd Regiment to set up a line of departure along Route 3, aiming to strike eastward at the northwestern slopes of Hill 600. At the same time, they were tasked with advancing up the southwestern slopes of the exposed Hill 700 to secure that strategic location, as well as Hill 800 to the northwest. The 169th Regiment, advancing to the left of the 103rd, was assigned to capture Question Mark Hill. Concurrently, the 63rd and 172nd Regiments were ordered to launch simultaneous assaults on Hills 900 and 1500, respectively, while the reserve 3rd Battalion of the 63rd Regiment was also committed to clear Benchmark Hill. This coordinated attack was scheduled for January 25. The initial phases of the assault showed promise, with the supporting forces making significant headway. However, the 103rd Regiment faced considerable difficulties, managing to secure Hill 800 only by nightfall. Notably, the 172nd Regiment achieved tactical surprise, successfully clearing most of Hill 900. Over the next two days, the 63rd Regiment regrouped around Hill 1500 in preparation for its own offensive. Simultaneously, the 161st Regiment continued its slow advance southward through San Manuel, facing intense opposition. Patrick's units on the Cabaruan Hills managed to gain a mere 300 yards against determined resistance. Meanwhile, Brush pressed his attack on Clark Field, with the 160th Regiment clearing Hill 500 and advancing nearly a mile along the ridge from Lafe Hill, while the 108th Regiment secured Hills E and G. The following day, the 40th Division continued its southward maneuver. Any movement by American troops along the generally open ridges west of Route 3 inevitably brought down Japanese machine-gun and mortar fire, often augmented by fire from the dismounted aircraft automatic weapons, anti-aircraft guns, and light artillery. Seeking cover and usually pinned in place, the American infantry would call for close-in mortar and artillery support, wait for the concentrations to be fired, and then drive forward a few yards, when the process had to be repeated. Each time, the Americans managed to overrun a few Japanese machine-gun or rifle strongpoints. There was little choice of routes of advance. Draws, providing some concealment in scrub growth or bamboo thickets, were usually covered by well-emplaced Japanese weapons both within the draws and on the ridges to each side. Possession of the high ground, as ever, was essential. Yet the troops had to employ draws whenever possible to outflank Japanese ridgeline strongpoints, and often draws and ravines proved to be the only routes by which tanks, tank destroyers, and cannon company self-propelled mounts could get to the front to fire against Japanese cave positions along the sides of the ridges. The capture of one Japanese-held cave served only to disclose another, and one machine-gun position was overrun only to provide access to the next. Dislodging the Kembu Group from such defenses in depth was to prove a slow, laborious, and costly process, demanding the closest teamwork between the infantry and its supporting arms. Casualties, as a rule, would not be heavy on any one day--progress would be too slow and the troops would spend too much of their time pinned down awaiting fire from supporting weapons. But a daily attrition rate of about 5 men killed and 15 wounded for each battalion engaged would soon begin to have its effect. Meanwhile the 160th Regiment swiftly captured Hills 636 and 600 in rapid succession. However, the 108th Regiment lost control of Hill G during the engagement. On January 26, Griswold committed the 37th Division to the fight, with the 145th Regiment successfully capturing Mabalacat and Mabalacat East Airfield. They then shifted westward across Route 3, overrunning Clark Field Runway Number 1. In the Cabaruan Hills, American forces gained only 150 yards at a considerable cost. In response, Patrick decided to deploy another battalion from the 1st Regiment to eliminate this pocket of resistance. The following day, this two-battalion assault proved successful, resulting in the destruction of an entire battalion of Japanese troops, with over 1,400 enemy soldiers killed. Further north, the 161st Regiment finally broke through the main defenses of Shigemi's forces. Before dawn most of the Japanese left in San Manuel scrambled across the draw on the east side of town and fled to join the 10th Reconnaissance Regiment north of San Nicolas, but not before launching a final counterattack to cover their escape. At 0930 the 161st Infantry's two battalions resumed the drive southward through the town, and by 1330 San Manuel was clear. In a heroic but tactically unimportant stand the Shigemi Detachment had virtually fulfilled its self-imposed desire for annihilation in place. The detachment had lost 750 men killed; all its tanks, artillery, trucks, machine guns, and mortars had been either captured or destroyed. Probably no more than 250 troops escaped, and many of them were unarmed and wounded. The 161st Infantry and attached units had lost approximately 60 men killed and 200 wounded; the 716th Tank Battalion lost 3 tanks. Meanwhile, Wing's offensive continued on January 27, with the 103rd Regiment successfully reaching the crest of Hill 700 and the northwestern slopes of Hill 600. Unfortunately, they lost both positions to a brutal Japanese counterattack amidst a violent tropical downpour. On January 28, the 172nd Regiment captured Rosario, while the 63rd secured the southern crest of Hill 1500. Both regiments completed the capture of this strategic feature by January 30, thereby finalizing the occupation of the crucial road junction area. Further south, on January 27, the 160th Regiment advanced only 500 to 800 yards to the west and southwest. The 108th Regiment made a more substantial advance of about 1,000 yards southwest from Hills E and G but failed to reach Hill 5. The 145th Regiment pushed south along Route 3 for an additional three miles, reaching Culayo and Dau before taking control of the guerrilla-occupied Angeles, which had recently been abandoned by the retreating Yanagimoto Detachment. In a similar vein, the 148th Regiment secured Magalang without encountering any resistance. As we shift our focus from Luzon, we turn our attention to Burma, where we will delve into the ongoing developments of Operation Capital. Picking up from our previous discussions, we find ourselves in Central Burma, where the 2nd British Division and the 19th Indian Division are making significant strides toward Shwebo. The 2nd British Division successfully captured Ye-u on January 2, followed by the establishment of a crucial bridgehead across the Mu River just three days later. Meanwhile, the 19th Indian Division also advanced, reaching the Shwebo area by January 5. On January 8, a coordinated assault was launched by units from both divisions, culminating in the capture of Shwebo after two days of intense and brutal combat. To the west, General Festing's 29th Brigade began probing the northern flank of the 15th Division at Twinnge. Concurrently, other elements of the 19th Division worked to solidify their positions by establishing additional bridgeheads over the Irrawaddy River at Thabeikkyin and Kyaukyaung. On January 10, the 20th Indian Division captured Budalin and subsequently pushed towards Monywa, where the 33rd Division had only left a small contingent to serve as a rearguard. However, the campaign faced unexpected challenges; heavy rainfall during the first week of January brought all transport operations of the 4th Corps to a standstill, significantly hampering the Lushai Brigade's planned assault on Gangaw. After enduring a heavy aerial bombardment, the attack on Gangaw finally commenced on January 10. The Lushai Brigade managed to overpower the limited defending forces, forcing them to retreat after a brief skirmish. With Gangaw now under their control, the Lushai Brigade refocused their efforts on reconnaissance, monitoring the flanks of the 7th Indian Division. Meanwhile, the 28th East African Brigade took the lead in the advance, successfully displacing a Japanese garrison at Tilin on January 22. By this time, the 114th Brigade had begun to follow in the wake of the East Africans, while the 89th Brigade executed a long maneuver to the left, advancing toward Pauk in parallel with the other offensives. Although General Kimura was aware of some movements on his southern flank, he perceived these as mere feints by minor forces intended to divert his attention southward. Following a relentless barrage of artillery and air strikes, the 20th Division launched its offensive against Monywa on January 20. This assault faced fierce resistance, and it took two days of intense and bloody combat before the division was able to secure control of the town. After capturing Monywa, the 80th Brigade advanced towards Myaung, while the 110th Brigade shifted its focus to Ayadaw before launching an attack on Myinmu. By January 25, they had successfully established a bridgehead in that area. Meanwhile, to the east, the 2nd Division commenced its assault on Sagaing on January 14. They made significant headway against the forward defenses of the 31st Division, with other units managing to secure a bridgehead at Ywathitgyi. General Katamura, concerned about the expanding bridgeheads established by the 19th Division across the Irrawaddy River, ordered the 15th and 53rd Divisions to neutralize these positions before they could become fortified. As a result, during the last week of January, the Japanese forces executed a series of coordinated night attacks on Kyaukmyaung. By this time, British-Indian troops had dug in deeply, supported by formidable artillery and machine-gun positions. The ensuing conflict was marked by brutal carnage, with the 15th Division suffering a staggering loss of one-third of its personnel, while the 53rd Division was compelled to withdraw to Kyaukse after incurring heavy casualties. In parallel, the 89th Brigade successfully occupied Pauk on January 28, as General Messervy's forces geared up for a decisive push towards Meiktila. Looking northward, General Sultan was also advancing his own offensive aimed at reopening the Burma Road to China. He ordered the 50th Chinese Division to move towards Lashio and deployed the Mars Task Force to Hosi. Additionally, he dispatched the 36th British Division towards Mongmit, although the British advance was expected to be slow until additional forces could be brought into alignment for a more coordinated effort. General Sun's newly established 1st Army initiated a delayed offensive against Namhkam, which resumed in early January. This resurgence was marked by the 90th Regiment's strategic capture of the hill that overlooks the southwestern entrance to the Shweli River valley. Concurrently, the 112th Regiment advanced through Loiwing, subsequently crossing the river to approach Namhkam from the northeast. Meanwhile, the 88th Regiment entered the valley via the main road, making a direct push across the small plain toward Namhkam. The 89th and 114th Regiments executed a broader maneuver around the southern end of the Shweli valley; the 89th crossed the river on January 7 and advanced northward toward Namhkam, while the 114th crossed three days later, navigating through the hills toward the Namhkam-Namhpakka trail. To the south, the 475th Regiment progressed through Mong Hkak and reached Mong Wi on January 6, preparing for another challenging march across the hilly terrain toward Hosi, with the 124th Cavalry Regiment following closely behind. So close is Tonkwa to the mountains that the 475th found the trail rising steeply on the 1st day's march east. Like a crazily twisted drill it bored its way farther east and ever higher. In some places it was 15 to 20 feet across; in others, just wide enough for a man and a mule. As they rounded the turns, the men would peer ahead and look out across the valleys to where lay row on row of hills. Trees were everywhere. In flat places carved by erosion, the Burmese had cut and farmed terraces, and little villages clung to the mountains like limpets to a rock. Because existing maps were unreliable, so that map reconnaissance could not locate water and bivouac areas, and because the sheer fatigue of climbing the steeper slopes was formidable, march schedules went down the mountain side, with quite a few steel helmets and an occasional mule. Halts were a matter of common sense leadership at platoon or company level. The march was tactical but no Japanese were encountered, though rumor of their nearness kept the men alert. The Chinese had passed that way before, while a screen of Kachin Rangers was preceding the American column. Speaking the local dialects and carrying radios and automatic weapons, the Kachins were an excellent screen which masked the MARS Task Force while reporting anything that might be suspicious. Despite the difficult march, crossing the 400-foot wide Shweli was not too hard. The bridge built by the Chinese some weeks before still stood, a triumph of Oriental ingenuity, with bundles of bamboo for pontons and vines for cable. The Shweli was beginning to tear it apart, but work parties from the 475th kept it operable.  Meanwhile, spurred into action by General Wedemeyer after a month of inactivity, General Wei's Y-Force finally resumed its offensive operations in late December. They promptly dispatched the 2nd, 6th, and 71st Armies to launch an assault on the forward positions of the 56th Division at Wanting. Simultaneously, the 53rd Army executed a wide flanking maneuver to the west, aiming to encircle and attack the Japanese forces from the rear. Faced with the intense pressure of this four-pronged offensive, General Matsuyama was compelled to withdraw the 148th Regiment to a position north of Mongyu. He also ordered the Yoshida Force to mount a counteroffensive toward Muse and committed the reserve 2nd Regiment to secure Namhpakka. On January 5, the 53rd Army reached the vicinity of Muse and began crossing the river; however, they were met with fierce resistance from Matsuyama's timely counterattack, which thwarted their advance. Ten days later, Sun's forces initiated a well-coordinated offensive against Namhkam, which ultimately succumbed on January 16 as the 55th Regiment retreated toward Khonung. With the Shweli Valley now firmly under Allied control, Matsuyama began to tighten his defensive perimeter in anticipation of a final withdrawal toward Hsenwi. On January 17, the Mars Task Force made significant progress by reaching the Hosi sector, where they immediately engaged Japanese outposts. The 475th Regiment successfully secured the advantageous high ground near Nawhkam village. Over the next two days, American forces clashed with the 4th Regiment, capturing the strategically important Loikang Ridge and the elevated terrain overlooking Namhpakka. On January 19, the Mars Task Force attempted to disrupt Japanese supply lines by blocking the Burma Road through demolition and artillery bombardment, coinciding with the arrival of the 55th Regiment, which was sent to bolster the defenders. In a parallel effort, the 114th Regiment managed to sever the Namhkam-Namhpakka trail at Loilawn on the same day. Faced with this escalating threat from the south and the intensifying Chinese assaults on Wanting, the 56th Division was compelled to further contract its defensive perimeter. As a result, Wanting fell on January 20. Fortunately for Matsuyama, General Wei received orders from the Generalissimo to conclude the Salween campaign immediately, which meant that the Chinese forces would remain in their positions until they could be relieved by Sultan's units. Over the course of nearly nine months of intense combat, Wei's Y-Force had successfully reoccupied an impressive 24,000 square miles of Chinese territory and had defeated one of the most elite divisions of the Japanese army, along with elements from two additional divisions. However, the fighting was far from over. Sun continued to dispatch the 112th and 113th Regiments toward Wanting and Mongyu, aiming to clear the final stretch of the road leading to China. Meanwhile, the 89th and 114th Regiments pressed eastward to cut off the Burma Road north of Namhpakka, further complicating the situation for the Japanese forces. In the southern region, from January 20 to January 24, the Mars Task Force continued its strategic operations, executing ambushes and demolition missions while successfully repelling several intense counterattacks from enemy forces. By late January, pressure by MARS Task Force and that of the Chinese forces in the north began to register on the Japanese. The soldiers of the 4th Regiment could see the aerial activity that kept MARS supplied. Not recognizing what they saw, they were so impressed by a big supply drop on the 24th that they sent a report to the 56th Division of a large airborne force being landed along the Burma Road. Accepting this report, General Matsuyama decided to destroy his ammunition and retreat south. His superiors on January 24 agreed to let him retreat, but only after he had evacuated casualties and ammunition. Forty vehicles with gasoline accompanied by a Major Kibino of the 33rd Army staff were sent north to support the 56th in its withdrawal. The Japanese truck convoy made its run north the night of January 24. The trucks were heard, and the Americans placed heavy fire on the road. Kibino had been making the trip in a tankette. Hit by a 4.2-inch mortar shell, it burst into flames clearly visible from the American lines. Kibino clambered out, jumped on a truck, and succeeded in getting his convoy through to the 56th Division. Next day the derelict tankette was credited to the 2nd Battalion, 475th Regiment. But  Encouraged by the additional supplies of gasoline and inspired by the heroic examples of Major Kibino and the personnel of the truck companies, the 56th Division renewed its efforts and, during the next four days effected the evacuation of over 1000 casualties and moved several tons of ammunition to Hsenwi.  Meanwhile, General Matsuyama began to systematically reposition his forces toward Namhpakka, a strategic maneuver that would enable Chinese troops to occupy Mongyu on January 27. In a broader context, by the end of January, the 36th and 50th Divisions were also engaged in crossing the Shweli River, preparing to advance their offensives further southward. In the Arakan region, Operation Romulus exceeded expectations. The 1st Battalion of the 111th Regiment had been defending Akyab. On December 31, as the rear guard of the Sakura Detachment crossed the Kaladan River and moved eastward the Battalion was ordered to withdraw to Ponnagyun. As intelligence suggested very few Japanese were left on Akyab island, a recce aeroplane reported the locals showing no anxiety and on January 2 messages were dropped in Urdu and Burmese asking them to sit on the ground if the island was still occupied or stand with their hands in the air if not. Captain Jimmy Jarrett of ‘C' Flight, 656 AOP Squadron, then landed to a rousing reception and found the Japanese had quit on December 31, although nobody believed him until a senior officer flew in to confirm it. This prompted General Christison to swiftly initiate an amphibious invasion. Notably, this operation was executed without the anticipated naval bombardment and without deploying the reserve 26th Indian Division. As a result, the 3rd Commando Brigade successfully captured Akyab on January 3, facing no resistance, and the 25th Indian Division soon followed, reinforcing the area. From Akyab, the 9th York and Lancasters were transported by boat to establish a strategic blockade along the Yo River at Ponnagyun. There, they encountered significant Japanese forces. After a fierce engagement, however, the Japanese defenders were compelled to retreat toward Myohaung by January 11. In response to the evolving situation, Admiral Mountbatten devised a plan to land the 3rd Commando Brigade and the 25th Division on the Myebon Peninsula. This operation aimed to sever the primary lines of communication for Japanese forces, while preparations were made for the 26th Division to conduct a landing on Ramree Island. In response to the urgent military situation, Operation Passport was swiftly conceived and executed on January 12. British-Indian forces successfully landed at the southern tip of the peninsula, supported by both air and naval operations. Once ashore, the commandos advanced inland, facing intense resistance from fortified hill positions. Their efforts culminated in the capture of Pagoda Hill and the village of Myebon. However, as they pushed forward, opposition intensified, making it increasingly difficult for the British-Indian troops to reach Hill 831. Simultaneously, the 82nd West African Division, now commanded by Major-General Hugh Stockwell, entered the Kaladan Valley to relieve the 81st Division, which had been engaged in combat for over a year. The West African forces began to apply pressure against the Matsu Detachment units stationed at Myohaung and Minbya, although these Japanese forces managed to maintain their positions despite the mounting assaults. Meanwhile, planning was underway for the deployment of the 3rd Commando Brigade and the 51st Indian Brigade to land at Kangaw, coinciding with General Lomax's invasion of Ramree Island.  Early on January 21 the naval bombardment group opened fire. Christison and the other Force Commanders were watching through field glasses from the bridge of HMS Queen Elizabeth in her first engagement since the Dardanelles in 1915. Christison later said: ‘Some shells fell on a marsh behind the Jap defences, and I saw a number of duck spring up. “Duck”, I shouted. “The Royal Navy never ducks”, said the Admiral.' With her second salvo Queen Elizabeth scored a direct hit on the Japanese ammunition depot, which facilitated the landing operations. The 71st Indian Brigade successfully captured Kyaukpyu with minimal resistance. This victory enabled them to advance toward Minbyin and Kyaupyauk, both of which fell into their hands by January 23. In the subsequent days, the brigade continued its advance toward the Yanbauk Chaung, where they encountered fierce Japanese defenses. At the same time, other elements of the division worked to secure Cheduba and Sagu Kyun Islands, further consolidating their strategic position in the region. On January 22, the commandos and the 51st Brigade successfully landed in the Kangaw area near the Min River. However, they faced violent and frequent counterattacks from Japanese forces, which hindered their ability to expand their beachhead. Despite these challenges, the intense pressure from the commandos ultimately forced the Japanese defenders at Hill 831, Myohaung, and Minbya to retreat toward Kani, marking a significant shift in the operational landscape. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. General Krueger's forces advanced against Japanese defenses, capturing key positions despite heavy resistance and casualties. Meanwhile, in Burma, British-Indian troops advanced, seizing key locations despite heavy resistance. Both fronts faced intense combat, leading to significant territorial gains against Japanese forces by the end of January.

Vytautas Jusys paaiškins, kodėl sparnuočiai skrenda šimtus kilometrų, ten, kur maistas.Jonas Barzdėnas papasakos, kaip balti kiškiai geba dingti pilkoje gamtoje, o Petras Adeikis pasidalins vilkų naujienomis – kodėl kitais metais jiems žadamos ramesnės dienos.Jurga Motiejūnaitė supažindins su grybų ir kerpių pasaulio stebuklais.Laidos ved. Selemonas Paltanavičius ir Alvyda Bajarūnaitė

Jurga Vilė, Ūla Rugevičiūtė. „Nukritę iš mėnulio. Sapnas apie Oskarą Milašių ir kitus paukščius“. Išleido leidykla „Aukso žuvys“.Koks svaigus beprotiškas pasaulis, kur viskas įmanoma! Gimti su šviečiančia galva, lengvai virsti paukščiu, septynmyliais batais žengti per amžius, vandenyje įskaityti praeitį, išgirsti juoką iš ankstesnio gyvenimo. Ieškoti savęs ir rasti kitą... Visa tai ir daug daugiau nutinka didiesiems svajokliams Felicijai ir Oskarui. Jie atskirti šimtmečio, bet absoliuti Meilė ištrina bet kokias laiko ir erdvės ribas. Užsimerkime ir šokime kartu su jais iš Mėnulio! Knygos ištraukas skaito aktorė Jolanta Dapkūnaitė.

Jurga Vilė, Ūla Rugevičiūtė. „Nukritę iš mėnulio. Sapnas apie Oskarą Milašių ir kitus paukščius“. Išleido leidykla „Aukso žuvys“.Koks svaigus beprotiškas pasaulis, kur viskas įmanoma! Gimti su šviečiančia galva, lengvai virsti paukščiu, septynmyliais batais žengti per amžius, vandenyje įskaityti praeitį, išgirsti juoką iš ankstesnio gyvenimo. Ieškoti savęs ir rasti kitą... Visa tai ir daug daugiau nutinka didiesiems svajokliams Felicijai ir Oskarui. Jie atskirti šimtmečio, bet absoliuti Meilė ištrina bet kokias laiko ir erdvės ribas. Užsimerkime ir šokime kartu su jais iš Mėnulio! Knygos ištraukas skaito aktorė Jolanta Dapkūnaitė.

BONUS: A Coaching Masterclass - How Our Language Affects Our Leadership Style, And The Culture We Create, With Michelle Pauk and Victor Pena In this BONUS episode, Victor Pena and Michelle Pauk dive deep into the power of language in shaping our work as leaders, Agile Coaches, and Scrum Masters. Together, we explore how the words we use influence relationships, decisions, and the success of Agile practices. From navigating the ambiguity of language to fostering effective communication, this episode provides actionable insights to help you thrive in a constantly changing workplace. Language as a Culture Carrier “Language is how we carry culture, but without clarity, it can lead to misalignment and conflict.” Victor and Michelle discuss how language reflects and shapes workplace culture. Misaligned terminology—like “servant leader”—can create tension between teams and executives. They highlight the importance of achieving shared understanding and the role of language in fostering trust and collaboration. “Start by asking what others mean by key words—it's the first step toward alignment.” Feedforward vs. Feedback “Feedback gets us stuck in the past, while feedforward builds a path to a better future.” Drawing inspiration from Marshall Goldsmith, we discuss how focusing on future-oriented improvement (feedforward) avoids the blame game and builds positive momentum. As Agile practitioners, shifting from root cause analysis to solution-focused coaching allows teams to move forward effectively. “Ask yourself, what can we do better tomorrow instead of dwelling on what went wrong yesterday?” The Ambiguity of Language in Collaboration “Words mean different things to different people—be curious about how others see the world.” Victor and Michelle unpack how language ambiguity impacts communication and decision-making. They emphasize the need to explore the assumptions behind others' words and how Agile principles like #NoEstimates challenge traditional views on planning and work management. “When you encounter a term that seems obvious, ask: What does this mean to you?” Semiotics and the Language of Work “Symbols are the silent drivers of collaboration.” Semiotics, the study of symbols, plays a vital role in Agile practices like visual management. From story cards to team boards, symbols help teams communicate and navigate their work. The duo discusses how the language of Agile evolves through symbols and how to introduce these effectively in organizations. “Create visual symbols that align with your team's values—they'll anchor your collaboration.” Beyond the “Agile is Dead” Debate, Raising The Bar Of Our Shared Conversation “What's trying to come forward in the evolution of Agile?” While some criticize Agile as outdated, Victor and Michelle argue that its core principles—delivering value faster and improving quality—remain timeless. They explore how Agile can evolve to meet current challenges while retaining its essence. “Instead of asking if Agile is dead, ask what the next evolution looks like.” About Victor Pena and Michelle Pauk Victor Pena is an Agile Coach dedicated to helping organizations achieve business agility. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and delivering great customer value, Victor transforms practices to ensure long-term success in a dynamic environment. You can link with Victor Pena on LinkedIn and connect with him via email at victor@vpena.com. Michelle Pauk is the founder of Streamside Coaching, helping leaders and organizations thrive through change. With over 15 years of experience in Agile environments and certifications from the International Coaching Federation, Michelle specializes in leadership development and organizational growth. You can link with Michelle Pauk on LinkedIn and connect with her at StreamsideCoaching.com.

Jurga Vilė, Ūla Rugevičiūtė. „Nukritę iš mėnulio. Sapnas apie Oskarą Milašių ir kitus paukščius“. Išleido leidykla „Aukso žuvys“.Koks svaigus beprotiškas pasaulis, kur viskas įmanoma! Gimti su šviečiančia galva, lengvai virsti paukščiu, septynmyliais batais žengti per amžius, vandenyje įskaityti praeitį, išgirsti juoką iš ankstesnio gyvenimo. Ieškoti savęs ir rasti kitą... Visa tai ir daug daugiau nutinka didiesiems svajokliams Felicijai ir Oskarui. Jie atskirti šimtmečio, bet absoliuti Meilė ištrina bet kokias laiko ir erdvės ribas. Užsimerkime ir šokime kartu su jais iš Mėnulio! Knygos ištraukas skaito aktorė Jolanta Dapkūnaitė.

Jurga Vilė, Ūla Rugevičiūtė. „Nukritę iš mėnulio. Sapnas apie Oskarą Milašių ir kitus paukščius“. Išleido leidykla „Aukso žuvys“.Koks svaigus beprotiškas pasaulis, kur viskas įmanoma! Gimti su šviečiančia galva, lengvai virsti paukščiu, septynmyliais batais žengti per amžius, vandenyje įskaityti praeitį, išgirsti juoką iš ankstesnio gyvenimo. Ieškoti savęs ir rasti kitą... Visa tai ir daug daugiau nutinka didiesiems svajokliams Felicijai ir Oskarui. Jie atskirti šimtmečio, bet absoliuti Meilė ištrina bet kokias laiko ir erdvės ribas. Užsimerkime ir šokime kartu su jais iš Mėnulio! Knygos ištraukas skaito aktorė Jolanta Dapkūnaitė.

Trumpa informacinė RADIOCENTRO laida apie mokslo naujienas ir naujausius pasiekimus.Klausyk šiokiadieniais 13.30 val. per RADIOCENTRĄ arba mūsų podkaste „Mokslas šiandien“.

Druskininkuose vykusiame pasauliniame Tarptatinės miško terapijos asociacijos kongrese „Miškai ir jų poveikis sveikatai“ domėjomės miško terapijos ir paukščių stebėjimo poveikiu psichikos sveikatai. Apie tai kalbinome du specialistus iš kaimyninės Lenkijos. Mokslininkas, ornitologas Piotras Tryjanowskis yra vienas iš šalyje išleistos knygos „Terapinė ornitologija“ autorių, o psichiatrė ir miško terapijos gidė Katarzyna Simonienko šalia vaistų ir terapijos išrašo žaliuosius receptus, t.y. užsiėmimus gamtoje. Pasirdo, Lenkijoje tai gana įprasta praktika. Ji treniruoja kitus miško terapijos gidus tiek iš Lenkijos, tiek iš Lietuvos, ir dalį savo užsiėmimų veda seniausioje Europoje Belovežo girioje.Autorė Inga Janiulytė-TemporinVertimus skaito Rūta Dambravaitė ir Viktoras PaulavičiusOrganizatorių/Tykuma Photography nuotrauka

Keturių milijonų rubrikoje pokalbis su Portugalijoje gyvenančiu Arnu Raulinaičiu. Kaip jo kasdienybę pakeitė portugališkas vėjas ir bangos?Iš Lietuvos nesitraukiant šilumai kai kurie paukščiai jauniklius pradėjo perėti ir du kartus, medžiai vėl pradeda žydėti. Kokią įtaką klimato kaita turi paukščių migracijai?Minint Pasaulinę Psichikos sveikatos dieną „Jaunimo linija“ organizuoja akciją „Žalia šviesa gyvenimui“. Kaip ugdyti jaunų žmonių emocinį atsparumą?LRT faktų rubrika apie rinkimus ir netikras paskyras, raginančias balsuoti už politikus.Tošininkystė, dirbinių iš beržo žievės kūrimas - jau labai retai puoselėjamas amatas Lietuvoje. Jį išmano šios mūsų laidos „10-12“ pašnekovė - Mažeikių rajone gyvenanti Raimonda Ramanauskienė.Ved. Urtė Korsakovaitė

Irene and Mark discuss folklore of many creatures and spirits throughout the UK and the US.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

Samanta Schweblin „Pilna burna paukščių“. Vertė Augustė Čebelytė-Matulevičienė, išleido leidykla „Sofoklis“.Apsakymų rinktinė „Pilna burna paukščių" – tai šiuolaikiški kruopščiai pačios autorės atrinkti geriausi trumposios prozos kūriniai, lyginami su Franzo Kafkos ir Flannery O'Connor tekstais, balansuojantys ant fantastikos ribos, įtraukti į The Man Booker International Prize 2019 ilgąjį sąrašą. Racionaliam protui prieštaraujantys pasakojimai paliečia slapčiausias pasąmonės kerteles ir skatina tokias temas kaip žmogiškasis ryšys, moteriškumas, tėvystė, kultūra, menas permąstyti naujai. Knygos ištrauką skaito aktorius Darius Gumauskas.

This is the premier episode of our brand new show, The Reality Realm with Irene Allen and Mark Johnson. This will be a weekly show where Irene and Mark discuss all manner of paranormal and other topics that challenge our current view of reality. In our first episode we discuss spiritual energies, their misconceptions, and their true nature in our reality.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

The people's revolution... no brokers are allowed to cut wages," Director Ko Pauk.This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Metadata, VBR MP3

Alvilė Rimaitė. „Kaip buldogas Albertas ir katinas Vąšelis paukščių pieno ieškojo“. Režisierius Romualdas Vikšraitis, garso režisierė Lina Dainienė. Vaidina Dainius Kazlauskas, Algimantas Butvilas, Vytautas Rašimas, Šarūnas Januškevičius, Ingrida Žiliūtė-Antonovienė, Nida Bagušauskaitė, Vilniaus miuziklo mokyklos mokiniai Ema Tenikytė ir Lukas Cimalonskis. 2022 m.

Alvilė Rimaitė. „Kaip buldogas Albertas ir katinas Vąšelis paukščių pieno ieškojo“. Režisierius Romualdas Vikšraitis, garso režisierė Lina Dainienė. Vaidina Dainius Kazlauskas, Algimantas Butvilas, Vytautas Rašimas, Šarūnas Januškevičius, Ingrida Žiliūtė-Antonovienė, Nida Bagušauskaitė, Vilniaus miuziklo mokyklos mokiniai Ema Tenikytė ir Lukas Cimalonskis. 2022 m.

For this show David brings the presenters of another Paranormal UK Radio network show 'Seventh Sanctum', Kerry Ann and Natalie on as his guests. David will try to find out all about them, their experiences and also where the title of their show came from!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

This latest show sees us delving into the connection between aliens and Artificial Intelligence as David talks to guest Mark Anderson.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

Kultūros ministerija paskutinėmis vasaros dienomis Kuršių nerijoje organizuoja praktines dirbtuves, kuriose, vadovaujant Australijos ekspertams, bus vertinamas šios UNESCO pasaulio paveldo vertybės pažeidžiamumas klimato kaitaiSpecialistai įspėja apie naujus ir itin sudėtingus telefoninių sukčių veikimo metodus, į kuriuos jie iš karto įtraukia po kelis gyventojus. Pastebima, kad taikydami naują metodą, sukčiai pirmiausia išvilioja vieno žmogaus internetinio banko prisijungimo duomenis, o vėliau – ir mokėjimo kortelės duomenis. Į sąskaitą sukčiai perveda ir skubiai išgrynina ne tik iš to asmens, bet ir iš kitų žmonių išviliotus pinigus, tad taip nukentėjęs asmuo tampa ne tik sukčių auka, bet ir įtariamuoju pasisavinus svetimas lėšas.Parlamentarai imasi projekto, pagal kurį su vaikais norintys dirbti žmonės privalėtų turėti specialų kodą, įrodantį, kad jie nėra teisti už seksualinius ir sunkius nusikaltimus. Darbdaviai turėtų reguliariai tikrinti tokius QR kodus. Paukščius stebintys bei jų judėjimą analizuojantys mokslininkai pastebėjo, kad dėl karo Ukrainoje sparnuočiai keičia savo migracijos kelius. Didžiosios Britanijos bei Estijos mokslininkai nustatė, kad tai atsiliepia ir itin retoms paukščių rūšims.Ved. Paulius Selezniovas

Karel Čapek. „Paukščių pasaka“. Skaito aktorius Vytautas Rumšas. Lietuvių liaudies pasakas „Aš pats“ ir „Paukščių karas“ seka aktorė Viola Klimčiauskaitė.

Karel Čapek. „Paukščių pasaka“. Vertė Petronėlė Žemaitytė. Skaito aktorius Vytautas Rumšas.

Voitech Martinek. Pasaka „Paukštis Sielvartas“. Vertė Arnoldas Piročkinas. Skaito aktorius Sakalas Uždavinys.

Voitech Martinek. Pasaka „Paukštis Sielvartas“. Vertė Arnoldas Piročkinas. Skaito aktorius Sakalas Uždavinys.

15min tinklalaidėje apie futbolą „Skrieja kamuolys“ aptarėme dvigubą Lietuvos pirmenybių turą, linkėjimo sveikatos Mariui Paukštei, gėrėjomės Čempionų lygos kovomis, apverkėme „Liverpool“ ir „Arsenal“ bei karūnavome 120 metų čempionų titulo laukusį „Bayer“. Komanda – 15min sporto žurnalistai Marius Bagdonas, Mantas Krasnickas, Aurimas Tamulionis bei tinklaraščio „Vienuolika“ bendraautorius ir „Go3” komentatorius Karolis Dudėnas. 00:00 Intro. Mykolo svydis ir ką prarado Lietuvos futbolas 09:49 A lygos dvigubas turas, raudonos už kalbas ir išgąstis dėl Paukštės 52:28 Pasakiška Čempionų lyga, teisėjų klaidos ar futbolo dvasia? 1:20:18 Europos lyga. Apstulbintas „Anfieldas“ 1:25:11 „Premier“ lyga. „Newcastle“ įspūdinga pergalė, „Liverpool“ ir „Arsenal“ tragiškas savaitgalis 1:46:25 Laimės ašaros, Xabi magija ir nutrauktas 120 metų laukimas 1:57:10 Ispanija. „Atletico“ charakteris, okupantų reklama, wow Aurelienas, wow Antoine‘as 2:02:51 Italija. Lygiųjų puokštė ir išgąsdinęs Ndicka.  

BONUS: Agile Coaching With a Philosophical Twist, Exploring Michel Foucault's Work, The Panopticon, and Other Systems of Control With Michelle Pauk In this episode, with Michelle Pauk - an Agile Coach - we explore what we can learn from philosophy, and Michel Foucault's work on systems of power and discourse. Learn more about the systems we need to adapt to, and even transform. From the Panopticon, to the systems that drive compliance, and remove creative thought! A must listen for those interested in changing the world of work! Michelle's Journey into Agile Coaching "It's not about predicting; it's about responding." Michelle's journey into becoming an Agile coach was as unpredictable as volcanos can be, literally! Inspired initially by Michel Foucault during her studies, she found herself intrigued by the intricacies of thought and its impact on behavior. This intellectual curiosity led her to a company specializing in language learning software, where her role in project management opened her eyes to the stress and unpredictability inherent in the field. The realization that many of her challenges could be mitigated by Agile methodologies was a turning point. Agile, with its emphasis on adaptation over prediction, offered a solution to the guilt and responsibility she felt over uncontrollable factors, like a volcano disrupting her project. This journey not only transformed her approach to work but also challenged inherited industrial revolution-era notions of work processes. Foucault's Influence "The panopticon and Agile: Visibility without the constraint." Michelle's admiration for Michel Foucault's work, particularly his book Discipline and Punish, provides a unique lens through which she views her role as an Agile coach. The book's exploration of the panopticon—a system for observing without being seen—parallels the modern open office plan and contrasts with Agile's emphasis on transparency and collaboration. Foucault's historical analysis of justice systems and control mechanisms resonates with the systemic changes Agile coaching aims to implement in the workplace. Systems of Control and Culture "Pay attention to what is *NOT* being said; it speaks volumes about your team's culture." One of the core aspects of Agile coaching for Michelle is the focus on discourse and culture within teams—what is being talked about, and perhaps more importantly, what isn't. Drawing on Foucault and Wittgenstein, she emphasizes the power of unspoken norms and assumptions in shaping work environments. By encouraging teams to challenge these silent boundaries, Agile coaching not only aims to improve workflow but also to humanize the workplace, making it more receptive to change and innovation. Awareness of Culture in Agile Practices "Can we even think outside our language?" The challenge for Agile coaches and Scrum Masters lies in becoming deeply aware of the surrounding culture and its influence on thought and action. By critically examining workplace norms and practices, Agile professionals can identify and challenge the limitations imposed by current systems of work. This awareness is crucial in fostering an environment where innovation thrives and work is humanized, reflecting the core goals of Agile methodology. Philosophical Inspirations "I'm curious on what I learn from literature. It helps to understand, and develop empathy." Michelle's coaching philosophy is enriched by a broad spectrum of historical and literary insights, demonstrating a deep-seated belief in the value of diverse perspectives. Beyond Foucault, she draws inspiration from literature and other historical accounts of thought, believing that understanding different mental frameworks can enhance empathy and effectiveness in her coaching practice. Books like Edgar Schein's explorations of organizational culture further contribute to her holistic approach. Exploring Systems of Control "Understanding 'coercive persuasion' sheds light on resistance to change." For those interested in delving deeper into the concepts of systems of control and their implications for learning and adaptation, Michelle recommends an article from the Harvard Business Review by Edgar Schein. This resource provides insights into 'coercive persuasion' and the natural resistance to change, topics that are crucial for Agile coaches aiming to navigate and mitigate these challenges in their organizations. About Michelle Pauk Michelle Pauk is the founder of Streamside Coaching, where she helps leaders and organizations thrive with change. She has over 15 years of experience working in diverse agile environments as a Product Owner, Scrum Master, project manager, and Agile coach. She is a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and has a master's degree in leadership and organizational development. You can link with Michelle Pauk on LinkedIn.

Kazio Borutos pasaką „Nykštukas – paukščių karaliukas“ skaito aktorius Saulius Mykolaitis.

Selemonas Paltanavičius. Knygos „Tadukas, Tadas ir svajonių paukštė“ ištrauka. Skaito aktorius Artūras Dubaka.

Daugelis pastebime, kad jau girdisi pirmosios paukščių giesmės, dangumi sklendi gervės ir būreliai kitų grįžtančių sparnuočių. Ar jau atėjo pavasaris, koks jis bus?Erkės pastaruosius metus prabusdavo kovo mėnesį, tačiau šiemet jų sezonas prasidėjo vasario pabaigoje.Išaugo telefonų vagysčių skaičius. Pernai buvo pranešta apie 41 tūkst. pavogtų ar pamestų mobilių įrenginių. Tai 36 proc. daugiau nei 2022 m., rodo duomenų analitikos bendrovės „Scorify“ duomenys.Noras likti gyventi ir dirbti gimtajame Velžyje, po dešimties metų gyvenimo užsienyje, Vaidą Rapkevičių privertė gerai pasukti galvą ir paieškoti galimybių savo verslo pradžiai.Ved. Paulius Selezniovas

Originally uploaded Nov. 13th. Chris Holman welcomes back Paul Krutko, President & CEO, Ann Arbor SPARK, Ann Arbor, MI. Paul, welcome back, we just spoke with you last week about Ann Arbor SPARK highlighting recent events, and looking ahead to Thanksgiving's Tech Homecoming - can you give one more quick reminder on what that is? We left off on our conversation, and you seemed to have a lot on your mind about projects Ann Arbor SPARK is involved with,... 1. Can you highlight some successful startups that have benefitted from investment through Ann Arbor SPARK, and what impact has this had on the local economy? 2. How does Ann Arbor SPARK evaluate and support potential startup candidates for investment? Are there specific industries or technologies that you're focusing on for the future? 3. The American Center for Mobility has been at the forefront of testing and research for connected and autonomous vehicles. With the growing interest in hydrogen fuel, could you discuss any new initiatives or partnerships the Center is engaging in to advance hydrogen infrastructure and technology? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Gary Robinson, musician and resident of Mexico joins Neil in the August edition of The Paranormal Peep Show, to discuss his own personal Paranormal experiences initially that took place in his birth town of Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, UK, and then later on in Mexico where he got married and presently lives there with his wife and family. We discuss the 'Woke' of various TV shows and films, and then move on to the Woo! Gary has experienced ghosts and UFOS and shares those stories with us and also discusses the strange mind and reality-altering substance Ayahuasca . In Part Two, we change locations and move out of the studio, to location and meet up with Paranormal UK Radio's founders Mark Johnson and Irene Allen at a pub near Stonehenge. Mark has been visiting the UK for the first time and has been given a tour of some of the sites and Stonehenge was on his bucket of places to visit. We discuss this and other sites like Avebury, Tomb of the Eagles, and discuss other strange phenomena like time slips, ghost Maids, haunted hotels, haunted highways and much much more!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4541473/advertisement

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