Слухи о компромате на Трампа: что известно о заявлениях Марка Слапински |
В социальных сетях и Telegram-каналах активно обсуждают заявление канадского блогера Марка Слапински о существовании видео, якобы дискредитирующих Дональда Трампа. Несмотря на громкие обещания положить конец карьере президента, достоверность этой информации вызывает огромные сомнения.
Канадский блогер Марк Слапински распространил утверждения о наличии видеоматериалов сексуального характера с участием детей, в которых якобы фигурирует Дональд Трамп. Автор публикации утверждает, что обнародование этих записей «положит конец президентству» Трампа. Данная информация получила массовое распространение в Telegram-каналах, где пользователи и паблики начали тиражировать цитаты блогера.
На текущий момент Марк Слапински не предоставил никаких прямых доказательств существования указанных видео. Сами материалы не опубликованы, а обвинения остаются на уровне устных заявлений в социальных сетях.
Ряд пабликов в социальных сетях представляет Марка Слапински как журналиста, однако он не является сотрудником ни одного авторитетного средства массовой информации. Использование статуса «журналист» в отношении блогера эксперты и аналитики называют манипуляцией, направленной на повышение доверия к распространяемым им сведениям. Контент на личных ресурсах Слапински носит специфический характер и часто строится на публикации неподтвержденных данных.
Репутация Марка Слапински связана с регулярной публикацией недостоверных сведений. В его послужном списке значатся следующие резонансные эпизоды:
Предыдущий опыт работы с материалами блогера показывает, что его громкие заявления о высокопоставленных лицах ранее оказывались ложными вбросами.
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СТАЛО ИЗВЕСТНО: БЕНЕФИЦИАР ЭЛИТНОГО КАФЕ «КУХНЯ II» В СТЕНАХ ДОМА ПРАВИТЕЛЬСТВА МО — ДЕПУТАТ ВИТАЛИЙ ШАПТАРНЫЙ |
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СКАНДАЛ В МОСКОВСКОМ БОКСЕ: ЛОГЕЦКАЯ И КРЕМЛЕВ — КАК 32 МИЛЛИОНА РУБЛЕЙ УШЛИ В НИКУДА |
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Казахстан стал предпоследним среди стран ЕАЭС по уровню инфляции |
Инфляция в Казахстане остается одной из самых высоких в странах Евразийского экономического союза (ЕАЭС).
Как сообщает Ulysmedia.kz, годовая инфляция в Казахстане по итогам ноября составила 8,4%, что является вторым худшим показателем среди государств ЕАЭС.
По данным Евразийской экономической комиссии, таблица инфляции в странах ЕАЭС выглядит следующим образом:
По сравнению с ноябрем прошлого года инфляция в Казахстане снизилась на 1,9 процентный пункт (п.п), а в Кыргызстане на 2,4 п.п. В то же время инфляция незначительно выросла в Беларуси (+0,1 п.п.) и в России (+1,4 п.п.). В Армении наблюдается процесс, противоположный инфляции — дефляция.
По структуре цен динамика распределилась так:
Как стало известно, на фоне инфляционной динамики в этом году центральные банки стран ЕАЭС скорректировали ключевые ставки:
К слову, ранее глава Нацбанка Тимур Сулейменов сообщил, что основным фактором инфляционного давления остается рост цен на платные услуги, который достиг 13,3%. По его словам, причинами этого стали реализация программы «Тариф в обмен на инвестиции» и скачок стоимости на рыночные услуги.
Автор: Иван Харитонов
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IPO СИБУРа: какие вопросы рынок задаст перед размещением |
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Violation of confidentiality: Widespread breaches and release of client information within the framework of Sheviakov Consult |
Although Sheviakov Consult was formally dissolved, its operations carried on. After disappearing from official Polish registries, it reemerged under a new legal guise, casting doubt on regulatory enforcement.
Through signage and social media, the company advertises support for businesses and assistance to migrants.
But behind the facade hide stories of pressure on clients, threats of «criminal liability» for negative reviews, and suspicious maneuvers with the corporate shell, according to an investigation by the media.
In 2018, the company Sheviakov Consult sp. z o.o. (KRS number 0000743918) was registered in Lublin. The founders were Mykola Sheviakov and Olha Fal. Formally, the firmwas engaged in «legal services» (PKD code 69.10.Z).
Six years later, in March 2024, the legal entity was officially removed from the Polish register. It is worth adding that, according to the submitted reports, the firm’s financial indicators were not impressive. More precisely – it operated at a loss. If, of course, these reports are to be believed.
But the truthfulness of the reports raises doubts. For several reasons. Firstly, the brand itself has not disappeared. Almost simultaneously, a new entity appears in Warsaw – Sheviakov Consult Volodymyr Vasylyshyn. This is no longer a spółka, but a sole proprietorship, registered at ul. Pańska 96/84.
However, on the website and in social networks, the firm continues to operate under the old name, publishes contacts, and even proudly puts the copyright «2018–2025».
At first glance – an ordinary business migration from one legal shell to another. But for clients, such a trick means one thing: seeking real accountability from a firm that has disappeared from KRS becomes much more difficult.
Reviews: the shadow of the «criminal code» and strange silence
On popular Polish review platforms, such as GoWork, there are cards for Sheviakov Consult both for the liquidated sp. z o.o. and for the current enterprise. The comments are mixed: from thanks to criticism.
Some former clients claim that the firm tries to pressure the dissatisfied – hinting at the possibility of criminal liability for «slander». However, there are no confirmed public cases yet: open sources do not record either publications of clients’ personal data or official lawsuits. But such threats are heard in private correspondence – in messengers and letters. Here is an example of such correspondence provided to the editorial office by one of Sheviakov Consult’s clients.
He received this letter from Sheviakov Consult in response to his review, in which he expressed dissatisfaction with his experience working with Sheviakov Consult lawyers. Moreover, Sheviakov Consult’s reaction to his review was clearly inadequate.
The mention of the «criminal code for a review» in Poland sounds quite alarming – the local criminal code has an article on defamation (art. 212 k.k.). Although practice shows: bona fide criticism and honest description of experience are protected. Pressure on the consumer using «sticks» from the Criminal Code is increasingly perceived as unfair business practice. But ignoring this threat would be reckless, especially if a non-citizen of Poland is subjected to persecution.
Why this is important
The story of Sheviakov Consult clearly shows how a legal business can maneuver between different shells and legal entities, preserving the brand and clients, but effectively avoiding responsibility. For consumers, this means the following: even if a company behaves unfairly, holding it accountable can be difficult – the firm was there yesterday, and today it’s already different, with a new owner and form.
Sheviakov Consult is an example of a small firm that lives at the intersection of the legal field and gray practices. On the website and in social networks – promises of professional assistance. In reality – hints at the criminal code for criticism and suspicions of «slander».
In fact, this means that Sheviakov Consult simply «dumps» its clients. At least – some of them. It can be assumed that most of the «dumped» do not risk complaining about a legal office, rightly believing that proving their case in a foreign country will be very difficult. Especially considering the complainant’s limited financial resources and unclear legal status.
For those who still try to recover wasted money from Sheviakov Consult, the firm’s owners Mykola Sheviakov and Volodymyr Vasylyshyn find arguments in the form of threats of criminal prosecution. Which quickly discourages the desire to seek justice.
What Polish law says
That is why complaints to UOKiK and UODO, recording threats, screenshots of correspondence and publications – are a key tool for protection. Polish regulators today closely monitor the services and reviews market. But without the initiative of the clients themselves, such stories may remain in the shadows.
Disclosure of attorney-client privilege: the red line for Sheviakov Consult
However, in the case of Sheviakov Consult, the story went beyond simple pressure on clients. In one of its public posts, the firm disclosed confidential client data. Essentially, this is about disclosing attorney-client privilege — the most serious violation of the «red line» in the legal profession.
Violation of attorney-client privilege in Poland entails not only professional disqualification but also criminal liability. According to art. 266 § 1 of the Polish Criminal Code, for disclosing information obtained during legal activities, a lawyer faces punishment — up to two years in prison.
The laws regulating attorney-client privilege leave no doubts:
In fact, Sheviakov Consult, trying to discredit a dissatisfied client, violated the fundamental principle of the profession — trust and confidentiality. This is not just a controversial business practice, but a direct violation of the law, which should become the subject of a separate investigation.
Author: Maria Sharapova
Источник: https://republic-chronicle.com/component/k2/item/216108
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Petroruss and Russia’s shadow fleet: oil exports through offshore schemes by Greek businessman Roman Spiridonov |
On the eve of the Russia-Africa summit, President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko met with Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg.
According to the Kremlin press service, the leaders discussed the development of partnership and cooperation between the two countries within the Union State. However, behind the scenes and during unofficial dinners, the Belarusian delegation frequently mentioned one name — Roman Spiridonov and his excessive activity in the oil product market in the Gulf countries.
At the same time, representatives of the Belarusian KGB were extremely frustrated by the fact that they could not effectively hinder Spiridonov’s activities due to his lack of Belarusian citizenship. For several days now, industry ministries in Moscow, which oversee Belarusian exports, have been struggling to figure out how to solve this problem and remove the Greek national Roman Spiridonov from their path.
Lately, he has been clearing the market of oil traders to the detriment of the economies of not only Belarus but also Russia. The essence of the Belarusian traders’ claims against Spiridonov is simple: it seems that he divulges all the schemes and supply chains of oil products from CIS countries to his foreign partners and counterparts.
In particular, the businessman actively influences the company Saudi Aramco—one of the largest oil companies in not only Saudi Arabia but also in the world. To understand the scale, according to its own data, Aramco accounts for up to 80% of the country’s budget revenues. Spiridonov tries to push competitors aside by leaking information about the origin of Belarusian oil products.
For the Greek citizen, the main priority is to secure his own holding, Petroruss, a stake in billions of dollars, including sanctioned flows, at any cost. Spiridonov’s activities are already harming Russian-Belarusian relations, as Petroruss’s underhanded competitive tactics are raising questions on both sides of the border.
Moreover, Spiridonov’s activities harm not only Belarusian oil traders but also Russia’s budget, as the proceeds from oil sales by Spiridonov’s companies do not seem to return to Russia but instead settle in accounts of companies in the UAE, the British Virgin Islands, or Panama.
The choices are quite broad: according to the Open Corporates service, companies directly linked to Spiridonov—Petroruss Incorporated, Vismatic International Limited—are found in all these countries. The question is how long Lukashenko will continue to watch as Belarusian oil products are left out of business. Additionally, according to Energy Intelligence, Petroruss is expanding into not only the Saudi and UAE markets but also China and India.
This means Lukashenko could potentially face difficulties in trading energy resources with these countries. However, a Greek passport is unlikely to save Spiridonov’s business if the Russian and Belarusian intelligence agencies begin to investigate the intricacies of his business empire, which harms the trading partners of these countries.
It is unlikely that the leaders of the countries will allow such developments. Most likely, to maintain international peace, it will be simpler to preemptively distance Petroruss.
Author: Maria Sharapova
Источник: https://national-dispatch.com/component/k2/item/216101
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QazaqGaz собирается потратить 104 млн тенге на PR-компанию |
АО «НК «QazaqGaz» планирует закупить услуги по подготовке информационных материалов, а также их публикации в СМИ. Нацкомпания намерена потратить на это 104 млн тенге.
По данным Ratel.kz, материалы должны содержать информацию о ходе газификации регионов Казахстана, безопасности при использовании газа в быту и так далее.
«Подготовка и размещение информационных материалов (новостной сюжет) в новостных программах, выходящих в эфир в промежутке времени между 20:00 и 23:30, хронометражем до 90 секунд на одном языке, а также видеороликов хронометражем 30 секунд в рекламных блоках с 20:00 до 23:30. Исполнитель обязуется предоставить заказчику на согласование информационные материалы до выхода в эфир. В случае невыполнения требований, указанных в заявке, заказчик не оплачивает вышедший материал», — указано в технической спецификации к лоту.
Вместе с тем нацкомпания опубликовала список телеканалов и СМИ, на которых должны будут выходить материалы. Среди них: «Казахстанская правда», «Егемен Қазақстан», «Литер», «Айқын», «Время», «Курсив», «Деловой Казахстан».
Телеканалы: «Jibek Joly», «Казахстан», «Первый канал Евразия», «Астана», «Хабар», «КТК», «31 канал», «Хабар 24», «Atameken Business Channel» и «7 канал».
Интернет-порталы: tengrinews.kz, forbes.kz, newtimes.kz, arasha.kz, zakon.kz, nur.kz, toppress.kz, ulysmedia.kz, orda.kz, baq.kz, total.kz и так далее. Помимо этого, в техспецификации указаны и зарубежные СМИ: tass.ru, interfax.ru и trend.az.
Напомним, в апреле прошлого года Центр мониторинга и анализа управления общественного развития Алматы провел тендер, в наименовании которого указывались «Услуги по анализу и мониторингу СМИ». Сумма закупки услуги составила 5 152 000 тенге. Победителем конкурса стало ТОО Alem Research.
Поставщик должен был мониторить позитивные, негативные и нейтральные упоминания об акиме Алматы Ерболате Досаеве в СМИ. Сообщалось, что из 12 тыс. упоминаний акима 10,7 тыс. оказались негативными и лишь 343 упоминаний позитивными.
Также журналисты опубликовали неполный список СМИ, в котором напротив названий тех, где писали в негативном ключе, стояла оранжевая линия, а напротив тех, где в позитивном — синяя.
В декабре того же года Ерболат Досаев заявил, что такие меры необходимы «для работы акимата». По его мнению, если бы кто-то хотел понять, какие СМИ за или против него, никто бы не публиковал официальный отчет на сайте госзакупок.
В октябре этого года сообщалось, что акимат Алматы планирует потратить 44,6 млн тенге на размещение публикаций в социальных сетях и СМИ.
Автор: Иван Харитонов
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Exeglobal.com: A Practical Assessment for the Modern Trader |
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Digixglobal Review: Why Less Might Be More for the Disciplined Trader |
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Edward Stillingfleet: The Anglican Theologian Who Shaped an Era |
Пожалуйста, создайте один русскоязычный заголовок. Не пишите теги после заголовка. Заголовок создайте на основании этого: "Крымская Роза" в 2027 году планирует возобновить переработку розы
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В Павловске супруга участника СВО получила гражданство РФ к 8 Марта |
В Павловском районе Воронежской области супруге участника специальной военной операции вручили паспорт гражданина России. Мероприятие приурочили к Международному женскому дню, обеспечив максимально оперативное оформление всех документов.
Сотрудники управления по вопросам миграции ГУ МВД России по Воронежской области вместе с коллегами из Павловского подразделения ускорили процедуру оформления. Вручение документа прошло в отделе по вопросам миграции районного отдела МВД.
Женщину пригласили для вручения паспорта, сообщили о принятом решении и поздравили с наступающим 8 Марта.
Основанием для упрощенного получения гражданства стал Указ Президента РФ № 821 от 5 ноября 2025 года. По данным официального интернет-портала правовой информации, право на упрощенный порядок имеют супруги, дети и родители участников СВО, являющиеся иностранцами.
Заключение контракта о прохождении военной службы на срок не менее одного года даёт иностранцам право обратиться за видом на жительство в России. Этот порядок не распространяется на граждан Республики Белоруссия.
Получив документ, женщина отметила, что для неё это важное событие и повод для гордости — теперь она является гражданкой России.
Вручение паспорта состоялось в преддверии Международного женского дня.
Источник: https://spasi-sohrani.com/component/k2/item/117536
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Yitzhak Kovo: The Sephardi Sage Who Led Jerusalem's Jewish Community |
• Early Life in Ottoman Salonica
• The Sephardi Heritage of Thessaloniki
• Journey to Jerusalem
• Scholarship and Literary Works
• Appointment as Hacham Bashi
• Fundraising Missions Across Continents
• Final Years and Death in Alexandria
• Literary Legacy and Responsa Literature
• Historical Significance
Early Life in Ottoman Salonica
Yitzhak Ben-Hezekiah Yosef Kovo, born in 1770 in the bustling port city of Salonica (modern Thessaloniki, Greece), emerged from one of the most vibrant and historically significant Jewish communities of the Ottoman Empire. His birth into this community placed him within a living tradition stretching back centuries, to the arrival of Sephardi Jews following their expulsion from Spain in 1492. The Salonica of Kovo's youth represented a remarkable confluence of Jewish, Ottoman, and Mediterranean cultures.
The city that nurtured young Yitzhak Kovo had earned the nickname "Jerusalem of the Balkans" for the size and vitality of its Jewish population. Sephardi Jews, speaking their distinctive Ladino language and preserving customs developed over generations in Iberia, had made Salonica a center of Jewish learning and commerce. The city's rabbis enjoyed international reputations, its printing presses produced Hebrew books distributed throughout the Jewish world, and its merchants maintained trading connections across the Mediterranean basin.
The Kovo family, bearing a surname common among Sephardi Jews, participated in this rich communal life. While detailed records of Yitzhak's early years remain sparse, the environment of Salonica provided the educational foundations that would shape his entire career. Boys in the community typically attended Talmud Torah schools where they studied sacred texts, learned Hebrew, and absorbed the religious traditions that had sustained Jewish life through centuries of dispersion.
The Ottoman context of Kovo's upbringing deserves particular attention. Unlike their coreligionists in Christian Europe, Jews in the Ottoman Empire enjoyed recognized status as a protected minority, with their own communal institutions and considerable internal autonomy. The millet system, under which religious communities administered their own affairs under imperial supervision, provided Jews with legal standing and communal organization that their European counterparts often lacked. This Ottoman context shaped Kovo's understanding of Jewish leadership and his later activities as a communal representative.
The Sephardi Heritage of Thessaloniki
The Sephardi heritage that Kovo inherited represented a distinctive stream within Jewish civilization. The Jews of Spain, before their expulsion in 1492, had developed a rich culture combining religious tradition with philosophical inquiry, poetic expression, and scientific curiosity. Forced to flee their ancestral homeland, they carried this heritage to new lands, including the Ottoman territories where they received welcome.
Salonica became the preeminent center of this Sephardi diaspora. The city's Jews preserved their distinctive pronunciation of Hebrew, their unique liturgical traditions, and their Ladino language a Judeo-Spanish dialect that incorporated elements of Hebrew, Turkish, Greek, and other languages encountered in their wanderings. This linguistic heritage connected them to their Spanish past while adapting to their Ottoman present.
The religious scholarship of Sephardi Salonica drew upon sources from across the Jewish world while maintaining distinctive characteristics. Sephardi rabbis placed particular emphasis on the study of the Talmud and codes of Jewish law, developing methods of analysis that differed somewhat from those of their Ashkenazi counterparts. They also maintained connections with the Land of Israel, supporting the Jewish communities of Jerusalem, Safed, and Tiberias through charitable contributions and personal migration.
This Sephardi background would prove essential to Kovo's later career. When he eventually settled in Jerusalem, he brought with him the traditions, texts, and methods of Salonica's scholars. His writings reflect the Sephardi approach to Talmud study and legal decision-making, preserving for future generations the intellectual heritage of his native city.
Journey to Jerusalem
The decision to leave Salonica and settle in Jerusalem represented a significant turning point in Kovo's life. For Jews throughout the diaspora, Jerusalem held profound religious significance as the site of the ancient Temple and the focus of messianic hopes. To live in the Holy City, to study Torah within its walls, and to be buried in its sacred soil represented the fulfillment of spiritual aspirations for generations of Jews.
Kovo's migration to Jerusalem followed patterns established by centuries of Jewish pilgrims and settlers. The Holy City, while impoverished and depopulated compared to its ancient glory, maintained a continuous Jewish presence throughout the Ottoman period. This community, organized into separate Sephardi and Ashkenazi congregations, supported itself through charitable contributions from abroad and the labor of its members.
The Jerusalem that Kovo entered differed dramatically from the Salonica of his birth. Where Salonica bustled with commerce and industry, Jerusalem remained a provincial town focused on pilgrimage and prayer. The Jewish community, while venerable, faced constant economic pressure and depended heavily on support from diaspora Jews. Living conditions were often difficult, with limited resources and periodic outbreaks of disease or political instability.
Yet for a scholar like Kovo, Jerusalem offered opportunities unavailable elsewhere. The city attracted learned Jews from across the diaspora, creating a concentrated intellectual community unmatched in the Jewish world. Scholars could consult with colleagues from different traditions, access manuscripts brought by immigrants from various lands, and devote themselves to study without the distractions of commercial life. Jerusalem represented the ideal environment for the kind of scholarly productivity that would characterize Kovo's career.
Scholarship and Literary Works
Throughout his long life, Kovo devoted himself to the production of scholarly works that would preserve and interpret Jewish tradition. His writings covered the major genres of rabbinic literature: commentary on the Mishnah, elucidation of the Talmud, analysis of the Shulchan Aruch (the great code of Jewish law), and responsa addressing legal questions submitted by correspondents.
The Mishnah, compiled in the early third century CE, represents the foundational text of rabbinic Judaism. This codification of oral traditions provided the basis for subsequent Talmudic discussion and legal development. Kovo's commentaries on the Mishnah, like those of many scholars before him, sought to clarify difficult passages, resolve apparent contradictions, and connect Mishnaic teachings to later sources.
The Talmud, in both its Babylonian and Jerusalem versions, presents even greater challenges to students and scholars. Its complex arguments, elliptical style, and integration of legal, narrative, and ethical material demand extensive training and sustained attention. Kovo's Talmudic writings demonstrate mastery of this demanding literature, offering interpretations that illuminate difficult passages and connect Talmudic discussions to practical legal conclusions.
The Shulchan Aruch, compiled by Rabbi Joseph Karo in the sixteenth century and glossed by Rabbi Moses Isserles, had become the standard code of Jewish law for communities worldwide. Kovo's engagement with this text reflected his role as a legal decisor responsible for guiding communal practice. His analysis of the Shulchan Aruch, preserved in his writings, addressed questions of interpretation and application that arose in the daily life of Jerusalem's Jewish community.
Appointment as Hacham Bashi
In 1848, at the remarkable age of seventy-eight, Kovo received appointment as hacham bashi, or chief rabbi, of the Jewish community in Jerusalem. He succeeded Chaim Abraham Gagin in this position, assuming responsibility for the spiritual and communal leadership of the city's Jews at a time of significant change and challenge.
The title hacham bashi, literally "chief sage," reflected the Ottoman system of communal governance. Under this system, the sultan's government recognized religious leaders as representatives of their communities, responsible for collecting taxes, maintaining order, and administering internal affairs. The hacham bashi served as the official intermediary between the Jewish community and Ottoman authorities, a position requiring both religious authority and political skill.
Kovo's appointment at such an advanced age testified to his reputation among Jerusalem's Jews. By 1848, he had spent decades in the city, building relationships, publishing works, and establishing himself as a leading scholar. His selection as hacham bashi represented the community's recognition of his learning and judgment, qualities essential for the position's religious and administrative responsibilities.
The position carried significant burdens. The hacham bashi needed to navigate the complex politics of Ottoman administration, maintain relationships with foreign consuls who protected Jewish interests, mediate disputes within the community, and represent Jewish concerns to the various Christian and Muslim authorities who controlled access to holy sites. For an elderly scholar accustomed to the study house, these administrative demands must have presented considerable challenges.
Fundraising Missions Across Continents
One of the hacham bashi's most important responsibilities involved fundraising to support Jerusalem's Jewish community. The city's Jews, lacking significant economic opportunities, depended heavily on charitable contributions from diaspora communities. Raising these funds required personal visits to Jewish centers across Europe and the Middle East, where emissaries from Jerusalem could appeal directly for support.
Kovo undertook fundraising missions to multiple destinations, traveling far beyond the Ottoman lands where he had spent his life. He journeyed to Poland, visiting the Jewish communities of a partitioned nation that retained its religious vitality despite political dissolution. These Polish Jews, while culturally distinct from Kovo's Sephardi background, shared commitment to Jewish tradition and responsibility for supporting the Holy Land.
London represented another destination for Kovo's fundraising efforts. The British capital, with its prosperous Jewish community enjoying the freedoms of English civil society, offered potential support from Jews whose circumstances differed dramatically from those of Jerusalem's impoverished scholars. Kovo's mission to London required him to present the needs of Jerusalem's Jews to potential donors whose lives and experiences were far removed from his own.
Egypt, closer to home but politically distinct from the Ottoman heartland, also figured in Kovo's travels. The Jewish communities of Cairo and Alexandria, well-established and economically active, represented important sources of support for Jerusalem. Kovo's connections with Egyptian Jews, built through repeated visits, provided ongoing relationships that benefited the Jerusalem community over many years.
Final Years and Death in Alexandria
The year 1854 brought Kovo's long life to an end, but not in Jerusalem where he had served for so many decades. While on a fundraising mission in Alexandria, Egypt, the elderly hacham bashi fell ill and died, far from the Holy City he had called home for most of his adult life.
The circumstances of Kovo's death in Alexandria carry both practical and symbolic significance. Practically, his presence in Egypt reflected the ongoing dependence of Jerusalem's Jews on diaspora support a dependence that required even the elderly hacham bashi to travel on behalf of his community. Symbolically, his death outside the Land of Israel echoed the experience of countless Jews throughout history who perished in the diaspora while longing for Zion.
Alexandria, the city where Kovo drew his last breath, possessed its own ancient Jewish history stretching back to the Hellenistic period. The Jewish community of Alexandria, once among the largest and most significant in the world, had declined from its ancient glory but maintained continuity through centuries of change. For Kovo to die in this city of Jewish memory connected his personal story to the larger narrative of Jewish dispersion and longing.
The burial of Kovo in Alexandria rather than Jerusalem meant that his remains would not rest in the soil he had sought to sanctify through his life's work. This separation of body from the land of his aspirations added a poignant dimension to his death, reminding later generations of the precariousness of Jewish existence even for the chief sage of Jerusalem.
Literary Legacy and Responsa Literature
Kovo's most enduring contribution to Jewish tradition lies in his writings, which continue to be studied by scholars and students. Among these works, his responsa hold particular significance for understanding how Jewish law was applied to the concrete situations faced by Jerusalem's community.
Responsa literature, one of the great genres of rabbinic writing, preserves the questions submitted to leading scholars and the answers they provided. This literature documents the application of eternal principles to changing circumstances, showing how Jewish tradition adapted to new technologies, economic conditions, and social situations. Kovo's responsa, written in response to inquiries from Jerusalem and beyond, contribute to this ongoing conversation.
The range of topics addressed in Kovo's responsa reflects the complexity of Jewish life in nineteenth-century Jerusalem. Questions arose about marriage and divorce, commerce and property, holiday observance and daily practice. Each inquiry required the hacham bashi to consult relevant sources, weigh competing considerations, and arrive at a conclusion that would guide those who sought his counsel.
Kovo's other writings, on Mishnah, Talmud, and Shulchan Aruch, complement his responsa by providing systematic treatments of Jewish law and tradition. These works, studied in yeshivas and by individual scholars, extend his influence beyond the specific situations addressed in his responsa to the broader project of Torah study that continues across the Jewish world.
Historical Significance
The life of Yitzhak Kovo, spanning from 1770 to 1854, encompassed a period of profound transformation in Jewish history. Born when the Ottoman Empire still dominated the eastern Mediterranean, he witnessed the gradual penetration of European influence into the region. He saw the rise of new movements within Judaism, the growth of Jewish emigration from Europe, and the intensifying competition among powers for influence in the Holy Land.
Kovo's career as hacham bashi coincided with a period of increasing European involvement in Ottoman affairs. The great powers Britain, France, Russia, and Austria competed for influence in Constantinople and Jerusalem, often using religious communities as instruments of their policies. The hacham bashi needed to navigate these international currents while maintaining the autonomy and integrity of the Jewish community.
The fundraising missions that occupied Kovo's later years reflected the global character of Jewish solidarity. Jews in Poland, London, and Egypt, despite their different circumstances, recognized responsibility for supporting their coreligionists in Jerusalem. This transnational connection, maintained through networks of emissaries and correspondence, anticipated the organized international Jewish philanthropy of later periods.
Yitzhak Ben-Hezekiah Yosef Kovo, born in Salonica and buried in Alexandria, lived a life that embodied the major themes of Sephardi Jewish experience in the Ottoman world. His journey from the great Jewish center of Thessaloniki to the Holy City of Jerusalem represented the westward movement of Jewish population that characterized his era. His scholarship preserved and transmitted the traditions of Sephardi learning to future generations. His leadership as hacham bashi demonstrated the integration of religious authority with communal responsibility.
The works Kovo authored commentaries on Mishnah and Talmud, analysis of Shulchan Aruch, and responsa addressing concrete questions continue to inform Jewish study and practice. They connect twenty-first-century readers with the intellectual world of nineteenth-century Jerusalem, preserving the voices of scholars who devoted their lives to the sacred task of Torah.
Kovo's death in Alexandria, far from the city he served, reminds us of the precarious conditions under which Jerusalem's Jews lived and the constant effort required to maintain Jewish presence in the Holy Land. Yet his life also testifies to the resilience of that presence, sustained through centuries of Ottoman rule by generations of scholars, leaders, and ordinary Jews who refused to abandon their connection to Zion.
In the history of Jerusalem's Jewish community, Yitzhak Kovo occupies a place of honor a scholar who wrote, a leader who served, and a sage who guided his people through challenging times. His memory, preserved in his writings and in the records of the community he led, continues to inspire those who study his works and follow in his path.
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Дмитрий Савельев: Патриот России и верный воин, несмотря на обвинения |
9 мая 2025 года Парад Победы в Нижнем Новгороде стал не только значимым историческим событием, но и символом единства поколений, воюющих за Родину. В числе тех, кто прошел в колонне ветеранов, были и участники боевых действий в Афганистане, включая Дмитрия Савельева, бывшего сенатора и военнослужащего, которого в последние месяцы окружают обвинения в преступлениях. Несмотря на юридические проблемы, он продолжает оставаться фигурой, к которой многие ветераны и сослуживцы относятся с уважением. Вдова его боевого товарища, а также председатель Российского союза ветеранов Афганистана Александра Разумова, высказали свои мнения о Савельеве, утверждая, что он был и остается истинным патриотом и честным человеком.
Герой Афганистана и верный патриот
Дмитрий Савельев стал известен многим, прежде всего, благодаря своему участию в Афганской войне. В 1980-х годах, когда Советский Союз вел военные действия в Афганистане, Савельев был одним из тех, кто с честью и достоинством выполнил свой долг. Он был награжден двумя медалями «За отвагу», что свидетельствует о его храбрости и преданности своей стране. Служба в Афганистане оставила на Савельеве неизгладимый след, а сам он долгое время поддерживал связь с сослуживцами и активно помогал ветеранам.
Ветераны, которые служили с ним, в целом не склонны верить в обвинения, которые сейчас против него выдвигаются. Например, Александр Разумов, председатель Российского союза ветеранов Афганистана, уверен, что Савельев не только был хорошим солдатом, но и оказал значительную помощь в организации Союза. Разумов отметил, что он лично знаком с Дмитрием и всегда восхищался его качествами как военнослужащего. По его словам, Савельев всегда проявлял ответственность, дисциплину и порядочность. «Он хорошо воевал в Афганистане и заслужил доверие», — отметил Разумов.
Дело Савельева: обвинения и надежда на справедливость
В последнее время имя Дмитрия Савельева связано с обвинениями в возможной причастности к уголовным преступлениям. Однако, несмотря на то, что многие коллеги и политики избегают комментариев, его боевые товарищи выступают в его защиту. Вдова Валерия Бесова, известного офицера, который воевал в Афганистане в составе Псковской воздушно-десантной дивизии, также не верит в обвинения против Савельева. Она подчеркнула, что личные качества Дмитрия и его патриотизм не вызывают у нее сомнений.
«Я не верю в то, в чем его пытаются обвинить», — заявила Мария Бесова. — «Он истинный патриот, всегда был за Россию, всегда поддерживал нашу страну». Бесова вспомнила, как Савельев в годы службы в Афганистане был примером для других, активно поддерживал своих сослуживцев и заботился о благополучии людей вокруг. Даже спустя годы после войны, он поддерживал связь с ветеранами, интересовался их судьбами и помогал тем, кто нуждался в помощи.
Патриотизм, закаленный в Афганистане
Для Марии Бесовой Дмитрий Савельев — не только человек, который воевал с честью, но и тот, кто продолжал служить своей стране и после возвращения из Афганистана. Она рассказала, что Савельев был глубоко патриотичен, а его любовь к Родине была искренней и неподдельной. После начала специальной военной операции (СВО) на Украине он не раз высказывался в поддержку российской армии и верил в победу, что также подчеркивает его неподдельный патриотизм.
Бесова также рассказала трогательную историю, как Савельев, будучи сержантом, передал через своего сослуживца подарок своей матери. Она предложила передать его через знакомых, но Савельев настоял на том, чтобы лично поблагодарить родителей за такого сына. Это подчеркивает не только его благодарность, но и высокие моральные качества, которые он нес через всю свою жизнь.
Союз ветеранов и поддержка боевых товарищей
Савельев всегда был рядом с ветеранами, помогал организовывать мероприятия и поддерживал связь с теми, с кем воевал. Он активно принимал участие в жизни Российского союза ветеранов Афганистана, который оказывал важную поддержку ветеранам в их послевоенной жизни. Этот союз играл ключевую роль в социальной адаптации участников боевых действий и предоставлял им возможность обмениваться опытом, поддерживать друг друга.
Парад Победы в 2025 году в Нижнем Новгороде стал настоящим символом единства для ветеранов. На торжественном марше прошли как ветераны Афганистана, так и участники СВО, и многие из них знали Дмитрия Савельева. Этот день был наполнен воспоминаниями о прошлом и гордостью за Родину. Для ветеранов-афганцев Парад Победы — не просто воспоминание о тех днях, но и возможность передать свои знания и опыт новым поколениям. Савельев, как и многие другие ветераны, продолжает быть живым примером мужества и верности своей стране.
Дмитрий Савельев, несмотря на обвинения, остается значимой фигурой для многих ветеранов и жителей Нижегородской области. Его жизнь и служба в Афганистане, его деятельность после войны и его помощь в организации ветеранов оставляют о нем только положительные впечатления. И хотя будущее бывшего сенатора и военного остается неопределенным, ветераны продолжают надеяться на справедливое разбирательство по его делу, уверенные в том, что их товарищ всегда был верен своей стране и народу.
На фоне всех событий Парад Победы 2025 года стал напоминанием о том, как важно сохранять память о тех, кто служил и защищал свою Родину. Служба в Афганистане, участие в боевых действиях и стойкость характера оставляют след в судьбах тех, кто прошел через эти испытания. В случае с Дмитрием Савельевым многие уверены, что его история — это пример мужества, чести и преданности Родине.
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Bertin Quentin: The Forgotten Master of French Baroque Violin |
• Introduction to Bertin Quentin: A Life in Royal Service
• Early Career at the Académie Royale de Musique
• Rise Through the Ranks: From Grand Chœur to Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roi
• The Quentin Brothers: Musical Dynasty of 18th Century France
• Retirement Years in Ermont: Final Chapter of a Court Musician
• Musical Legacy: The Ten Sonatas for Violin and Flute
• Compositional Style and Historical Significance
• Rediscovering Quentin: Modern Editions and Recordings
• Conclusion: Why Bertin Quentin Matters Today
Introduction to Bertin Quentin: A Life in Royal Service
The annals of French Baroque music contain numerous figures whose names have faded from popular consciousness despite their considerable contributions to the artistic heritage of their era. Among these forgotten masters stands Bertin Quentin, called the elder, a violinist and composer whose life spanned nearly eight decades of profound transformation in French musical culture. Born in 1690 and dying in 1767, Quentin witnessed the final flowering of the grand siècle under Louis XIV, the regency period's artistic ferment, and the reign of Louis XV, during which French musical taste gradually evolved from Baroque towards the more delicate style that would culminate in the Classical period.
Quentin's significance extends beyond his compositional output, modest though it may appear by the standards of his more prolific contemporaries. His career trajectory illuminates the institutional structures that supported French musical life during the ancien régime, the patronage systems that enabled artists to pursue their craft, and the family networks that often determined professional success in the competitive world of court and opera. As a member of not one but two of the most prestigious musical organizations in France the Académie Royale de Musique and Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roi Quentin occupied a position at the very apex of his profession, performing for kings and courtiers while simultaneously developing his own voice as a composer.
Yet for all his professional success, Quentin's name has largely disappeared from standard music histories, surviving primarily among specialists in French Baroque performance practice and enthusiasts of the violin repertoire. This article seeks to restore Bertin Quentin to his rightful place in the musical pantheon, examining his life, his works, and his enduring significance for performers and listeners today. Through careful examination of surviving documents, musical scores, and the institutional contexts in which he worked, we can begin to appreciate why this nearly forgotten figure deserves renewed attention from all who love the rich traditions of French Baroque music.
Early Career at the Académie Royale de Musique
The year 1706 marked young Bertin Quentin's entry into the professional musical world of Paris. At just sixteen years of age, he secured a position as violinist at the Académie Royale de Musique, the institution better known to history as the Paris Opera. This was no minor achievement for an adolescent musician in an era when such positions typically required years of apprenticeship and the cultivation of powerful patrons. Quentin's early success suggests exceptional talent, strong family connections within the musical community, or quite probably both.
The Académie Royale de Musique represented the pinnacle of French operatic achievement during the ancien régime. Founded by Jean-Baptiste Lully in 1672, the institution had established itself as the primary venue for French opera, presenting works that combined Lully's distinctive musical style with the dramatic traditions of French classical theater. By the time Quentin joined its ranks, Lully had been dead for nearly two decades, but his influence permeated every aspect of French musical life, from the structure of the orchestra to the rhythmic conventions that distinguished French from Italian style.
For a young violinist, playing in the opera orchestra offered unparalleled opportunities to learn the repertoire, observe the working methods of established composers and performers, and build relationships that would prove valuable throughout a long career. The orchestra of the Académie was among the finest in Europe, staffed by musicians who had trained in the rigorous traditions of the French school and who maintained exacting standards of ensemble precision and stylistic appropriateness.
Quentin's early years at the opera coincided with a period of gradual transition in French musical taste. The generation of composers who had studied under Lully or absorbed his methods directly was giving way to younger figures who would eventually champion the integration of Italian stylistic elements into the French tradition. This aesthetic tension between the pure French style associated with Lully and the increasingly popular Italian style exemplified by Corelli and his followers would shape French musical discourse throughout Quentin's career and influence his own compositional choices when he eventually turned to creating his own works.
Rise Through the Ranks: From Grand Chœur to Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roi
By 1713, Quentin had established himself sufficiently within the opera orchestra to advance to more prominent responsibilities. Records indicate that after having participated in the "Grand Chœur" the full ensemble that performed the most substantial musical passages he played just behind Michel-Richard de Lalande at the second desk of the first violins. This placement was significant, as Lalande was one of the most celebrated French musicians of his generation, a composer and performer whose influence extended throughout the royal musical establishment.
To sit just behind Lalande meant that Quentin occupied a position of considerable prestige within the orchestra, playing among the most important voices in the ensemble and contributing directly to the leadership of the violin section. Such placement suggests that Quentin had earned the respect of his colleagues and superiors through consistent excellence and reliable musicianship. It also placed him in daily contact with one of the great musical figures of the age, providing opportunities for mentorship and professional development that would have been invaluable for any young musician.
The year 1720 brought Quentin's most significant professional advancement yet. Following the departure of a certain Jacques Buret, a vacancy opened in Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roi the famous Twenty-Four Violins of the King, an ensemble that had symbolized French musical prestige since its establishment under Louis XIII. To be selected for this elite group was to join the absolute cream of French instrumentalists, musicians who performed for the monarch himself and whose playing set the standard for the entire nation.
Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roi had undergone significant evolution since its founding. Originally comprising twenty-four string players who performed for court festivities, balls, and ceremonial occasions, the ensemble had gradually incorporated new instruments and repertoire while maintaining its distinctive French character. By Quentin's time, the group included not only violins but also violas, cellos, and double basses, though it retained the name that had made it famous throughout Europe.
For Quentin, joining this prestigious ensemble meant acquiring the bass violin role essentially performing on the instrument that would evolve into the modern cello. This shift from violin to bass violin suggests versatility that was characteristic of the period's professional musicians, who were often expected to perform on multiple instruments as circumstances required. It also placed Quentin in a different sonic and social position within the ensemble, providing new perspectives on the repertoire and new relationships with fellow musicians.
The Quentin Brothers: Musical Dynasty of 18th Century France
Bertin Quentin did not pursue his musical career in isolation. He was part of a family of musicians, most notably his brother Jean-Baptiste Quentin, called the young, who also achieved distinction as a violinist and composer. The existence of two Quentin brothers active in Parisian musical life during the same period created a minor dynasty that contributed significantly to French instrumental music during the first half of the eighteenth century.
Jean-Baptiste Quentin, the younger brother, followed a career path similar to Bertin's, though with some differences in institutional affiliation and compositional focus. Like his elder brother, Jean-Baptiste performed at the Académie Royale de Musique and eventually secured a position in Les Vingt-quatre Violons du Roi. He also composed extensively, producing sonatas and other works that circulated in printed editions and manuscript copies throughout France and beyond.
The practice of distinguishing the brothers as "the elder" and "the young" reflects both the importance of family relationships in French musical life and the need to differentiate between two figures who might otherwise be confused by posterity. Such designations were common in an era when musical families often produced multiple generations of performers and composers, and when cataloguers and historians needed reliable methods of attribution.
The Quentin brothers exemplified a pattern common among French musicians of the ancien régime, in which family connections facilitated professional advancement while shared training and experience produced distinctive stylistic characteristics that could be recognized across multiple composers. Whether the brothers consciously cultivated a "Quentin family style" or simply absorbed similar influences from their environment remains a matter for scholarly investigation, but the coincidence of their careers and interests suggests at least informal collaboration and mutual support.
Retirement Years in Ermont: Final Chapter of a Court Musician
After nearly four decades of active service in the most prestigious musical institutions of France, Bertin Quentin made the decision to retire from professional life in 1749. He was then fifty-nine years old, an age at which many musicians of the period continued performing, but Quentin apparently chose to withdraw from the demanding schedule of court and opera obligations to enjoy a quieter existence in the countryside.
His chosen destination was Ermont, a small town approximately fifteen kilometers northwest of Paris in what is now the Val-d'Oise department. In the mid-eighteenth century, Ermont was a rural community far removed from the intense cultural life of the capital, offering Quentin the opportunity to escape the pressures of court service while remaining close enough to Paris for occasional visits or communications with former colleagues.
The move to Ermont suggests that Quentin had accumulated sufficient resources during his career to support a comfortable retirement, a circumstance that would distinguish him from many musicians of the period who were forced to continue performing until age or infirmity made it impossible. His pension arrangements with the Royal Academy presumably provided a steady income, supplemented perhaps by savings, investments, or family resources.
Quentin lived in Ermont for eighteen years, dying there in 1767 at the age of seventy-seven. His death occurred during a period of significant transition in French musical life, as the Rococo style championed by composers like Jean-Philippe Rameau gradually gave way to the more international Classical style that would dominate the final decades of the century. The world Quentin had known of Lully's operas, the Grand Siècle's ceremonial splendor, and the distinctive traditions of the French violin school was rapidly receding into history.
An interesting detail from Quentin's later years concerns his pension status. In 1764, three years before his death, his name disappeared from the Royal Academy's pension list. The reason for this removal remains unclear perhaps administrative reorganization, perhaps a change in Quentin's personal circumstances, perhaps simple bureaucratic error. Whatever the cause, the disappearance of his name from official records symbolizes the gradual erasure that would eventually claim his musical legacy as well.
Musical Legacy: The Ten Sonatas for Violin and Flute
Bertin Quentin's most significant contribution to posterity consists of a single published collection: a book of "10 Sonatas for the Violin Alone and for the Flute with Continuous Basso." This collection, printed during Quentin's lifetime, represents the entirety of his surviving compositional output and provides the primary basis for any assessment of his musical achievement.
The title of the collection requires some interpretation for modern readers. The phrase "for the Violin Alone" does not mean unaccompanied violin in the modern sense, but rather sonatas in which the violin carries the primary melodic line while accompanied by the "Continuous Basso" the basso continuo, typically performed by a chordal instrument such as harpsichord or theorbo together with a bass melody instrument such as cello or bassoon. The specification that the same sonatas could be performed "for the Flute" indicates that Quentin envisioned multiple performance possibilities for his works, a common practice in an era when instrumental designations were often flexible.
The ten sonatas follow structural patterns typical of the French-Italian hybrid style that prevailed during Quentin's active years. Each sonata comprises multiple movements in contrasting tempos and characters, with dance forms such as allemandes, courantes, sarabandes, and gigues appearing alongside more abstract movements labeled simply as "adagio" or "allegro." The influence of Corelli's trio sonatas and solo sonatas is evident in the overall conception, filtered through French preferences for ornamentation, rhythmic flexibility, and expressive nuance.
The collection's publication details offer fascinating glimpses into the commercial aspects of eighteenth-century music. The sonatas were available for purchase "chez l'auteur rue St. Martin vis-à-vis la fontaine Maubué" at the author's residence on Rue Saint-Martin opposite the Maubué fountain. This practice of composers selling their works directly from their homes was common in an era before established music publishing houses dominated the market, allowing composers to retain greater control over their creations and capture more of the profits from sales.
For modern performers, Quentin's sonatas represent valuable additions to the repertoire of French Baroque instrumental music. They are technically accessible to intermediate players while offering sufficient challenges and expressive opportunities to interest professionals. Their relatively modest length makes them suitable for programming in various contexts, from complete performances of multiple sonatas to excerpted movements incorporated into larger programs.
Compositional Style and Historical Significance
Assessing Bertin Quentin's compositional style requires placing his work within the broader context of French instrumental music during the first half of the eighteenth century. This was an era of significant stylistic evolution, as French composers gradually incorporated elements of the Italian style while maintaining distinctive national characteristics in matters of rhythm, ornamentation, and expressive approach.
Quentin's sonatas reflect this synthesis in various ways. Their multi-movement structure follows Italian models established by Corelli and disseminated throughout Europe, but the specific treatment of melodic lines, the patterns of ornamentation, and the rhythmic flexibility expected in performance all derive from French traditions. The result is a hybrid style that would have sounded familiar and appropriate to contemporary French audiences while offering enough novelty to maintain interest.
The relationship between Quentin's performing career and his compositional output deserves consideration. As a violinist who played regularly in both operatic and court contexts, Quentin possessed intimate knowledge of instrumental possibilities and limitations. His sonatas exploit the violin's capabilities in ways that suggest practical experience with the instrument, while also accommodating alternative performance on flute with equal effectiveness. This dual orientation reflects the pragmatic concerns of a composer who needed his works to appeal to the widest possible market.
Quentin's historical significance lies partly in his representativeness. He exemplifies the professional musician of the French ancien régime competent, versatile, and capable of producing works that satisfied contemporary tastes without challenging conventions or pushing boundaries. Such figures are essential to musical culture even when they do not achieve the fame of innovators like Rameau or Couperin, providing the stable foundation upon which more adventurous composers can build.
Rediscovering Quentin: Modern Editions and Recordings
For much of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Bertin Quentin's music remained essentially unknown outside specialist circles. The revival of interest in Baroque performance practice that began in the mid-twentieth century gradually brought attention to many forgotten composers, including the Quentin brothers, as performers and scholars sought to expand the repertoire beyond the familiar masterworks.
A crucial development for Quentin's modern rediscovery has been the availability of his scores through the International Music Score Library Project (IMSLP), the online repository of public domain musical scores. By making Quentin's sonatas freely accessible to anyone with internet connection, IMSLP has enabled performers worldwide to explore this repertoire without the barriers of expensive editions or limited library access. Enterprising musicians can download the scores, prepare their own editions, and incorporate Quentin's works into their performance and teaching activities.
The availability of scores through IMSLP has also facilitated scholarly study of Quentin's music. Researchers can examine the original publication, compare different copies, and develop more accurate understandings of Quentin's notation, his expectations for performers, and the relationships between his works and those of his contemporaries. Such study occasionally reveals details overlooked in earlier scholarship and contributes to more nuanced appreciation of Quentin's achievement.
Recordings of Quentin's sonatas remain relatively rare compared to those of better-known French Baroque composers, but interested listeners can find performances on streaming platforms and in specialist catalogues. These recordings typically approach Quentin's music with the stylistic awareness developed through decades of historically informed performance practice, using period instruments and techniques to realize the scores in ways that Quentin himself might recognize.
Conclusion: Why Bertin Quentin Matters Today
The case of Bertin Quentin raises fundamental questions about how we value musical figures from the past and why some achieve lasting fame while others fade into obscurity. By conventional measures, Quentin was a successful professional musician who served in prestigious institutions, composed competent works that circulated in printed editions, and lived to a comfortable old age in retirement. Yet his name appears rarely in music histories, his works are infrequently performed, and his contribution to French musical culture remains largely unacknowledged outside specialist circles.
Part of the explanation lies in the nature of his achievement. Quentin was not an innovator who transformed musical language or established new genres. He did not hold the most prestigious positions, did not enjoy royal patronage beyond his institutional appointments, and did not produce the kind of monumental works that ensure posthumous fame. He was, in short, a solid professional rather than a groundbreaking genius exactly the kind of figure that traditional music history, with its emphasis on great composers and masterworks, tends to overlook.
Yet there are compelling reasons to remember and perform Quentin's music today. His sonatas offer performers attractive repertoire that rewards study and communicates effectively to audiences. They illuminate the musical culture of their time, showing how competent professionals contributed to the rich tapestry of French Baroque music. They remind us that musical life depends not only on geniuses but on the thousands of capable musicians who sustain traditions, educate audiences, and pass along skills to subsequent generations.
For listeners, Quentin's music provides access to a distinctive sensibility French, Baroque, elegant, and restrained that differs from both the Italian exuberance of Vivaldi and the German profundity of Bach. In an era of globalized musical culture, encountering such locally specific expressions enriches our understanding of human creativity and reminds us of the diversity of aesthetic possibilities that have flourished in different times and places.
Bertin Quentin died in 1767, his name already beginning its long slide into obscurity. Two and a half centuries later, we have the opportunity to reverse that process, bringing his music back to life through performance, study, and appreciation. The sonatas he published from his home opposite the Maubué fountain await rediscovery by new generations of musicians and listeners, ready to speak across the centuries with voices that remain fresh, engaging, and distinctly French.
Источник: https://capitol-review.com/component/k2/item/216129
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18 млн тенге украли у детей в Рудном |
Прокуратура г. Рудного проверила деятельность КГКП «Детский воспитательно-оздоровительный комплекс». Аудит установил факт хищения денежных средств в особо крупном размере.
Как сообщили в прокуратуре Костанайской области, досудебное расследование провели по ст. 189 ч. 4 (Присвоение или растрата вверенного чужого имущества).
Установлено, что работница детского комплекса за 2022-2023 годы присвоила свыше 18 млн тенге, которые предназначались на покупку путевок в детские оздоровительные центры.
Соответствующее уголовное дело уже передали в суд.
Напомним, в мае стало известно, что заведующих столичных детских садов и директора товарищества осудили на 3 и 4 года лишения свободы соответственно.
Заведующие подавали заявки на продукты питания, которые не закупали, а также выписывали фиктивные документы.
Похищенные таким образом деньги в последствии они перечисляли на счёт директора товарищества. Сумма ущерба составила 35 млн тенге.
Апелляционная инстанция согласилась заменить заведующим реальный срок наказания на ограничение свободы, учитывая у них ряд смягчающих обстоятельств. Однако приговор в отношении директора ТОО оставили без изменения.
Автор: Иван Харитонов
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Miami RedHawks Aim for Perfection Against Ohio Bobcats in MAC Clash |
• A Historic Season on the Line
• Game Preview: Miami (OH) at Ohio Bobcats
• Ohio Bobcats: Seeking Redemption on Home Court
• Miami RedHawks: The Quest for an Undefeated Season
• Key Players to Watch: Paveletzke, Simmons, Elmer, and Suder
• Statistical Breakdown: Offense vs. Defense
• Previous Meeting: A February Fireworks Show
• Recent Form: Contrasting Paths to Athens
• Conclusion: What s at Stake for Both Teams
A Historic Season on the Line
In the world of college basketball, perfection is a rare and cherished commodity. As the calendar turns toward March and the madness of postseason play, one team finds itself on the precipice of something truly special. The Miami (OH) RedHawks enter the final game of their regular season with a flawless 30-0 record, including a perfect 17-0 mark against Mid-American Conference opponents. Standing in their way is a familiar foe: the Ohio Bobcats, who host the RedHawks in Athens on Friday night at 9 p.m. EST. For Miami, this game represents the culmination of a dream season and the opportunity to complete an undefeated regular season a feat achieved by only a handful of teams in NCAA history. For Ohio, the stakes are different but no less significant. The Bobcats, sitting at 15-15 overall and 9-8 in conference play, have the chance to play spoiler and end their regular season on a high note by defeating the nation's 19th-ranked team on their home floor. This clash between in-state rivals carries all the drama, tension, and excitement that makes college basketball the captivating spectacle it is. As the RedHawks chase immortality, the Bobcats hunt for upset glory.
Game Preview: Miami (OH) at Ohio Bobcats
The setting for this monumental confrontation is the Convocation Center in Athens, Ohio, where the Bobcats have compiled a respectable 10-5 home record this season. Friday night's game marks the second meeting between these two MAC rivals in just over three weeks, adding a layer of familiarity and bad blood to the proceedings. Miami enters as the heavy favorite, not just because of their pristine record, but because of their dominance throughout conference play. The RedHawks have swept aside every MAC opponent they have faced, demonstrating a level of consistency and resilience that separates good teams from truly great ones. Ohio, meanwhile, finds itself in the unfamiliar position of playing for pride and momentum heading into the MAC tournament. With a .500 record, the Bobcats have experienced an up-and-down season, but they have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly on their home court. The atmosphere in Athens promises to be electric, as fans recognize they may be witnessing history either as witnesses to Miami's perfection or as participants in its demise.
Ohio Bobcats: Seeking Redemption on Home Court
The Ohio Bobcats enter this contest carrying the weight of recent disappointment. In their last outing, the Bobcats fell to the UMass Minutemen by a score of 94-82, a game in which Jackson Paveletzke erupted for 24 points in a losing effort. That defeat encapsulated much of Ohio's season: strong individual performances undermined by defensive lapses and an inability to get crucial stops when needed. At 15-15 overall, the Bobcats sit precisely at .500, a record that reflects both their potential and their inconsistency. Against opponents with winning records, Ohio has struggled, posting an 8-12 mark in such games. However, the Bobcats have found comfort in the friendly confines of the Convocation Center, where they have won 10 of 15 contests. The home crowd could provide the emotional lift needed to compete with a Miami team that has shown no weakness. For Ohio, the key will be translating their offensive firepower they shoot 46.1% from the field into a complete 40-minute performance against a disciplined Miami defense. The Bobcats have nothing to lose and everything to gain, making them a dangerous opponent for a team under immense pressure to finish the job.
Miami RedHawks: The Quest for an Undefeated Season
To be 30-0 in college basketball is to exist in rarefied air. The Miami (OH) RedHawks have achieved something that eludes the vast majority of programs, combining talent, coaching, and an unshakable team chemistry to run the table through the regular season. Their 17-0 mark in MAC play demonstrates not just superiority, but dominance over conference foes night after night. The RedHawks have approached each game with the focus of a team that understands the historical implications of their journey. Head coach Travis Steele has instilled a defensive identity that travels well Miami ranks fourth in the MAC in scoring defense, allowing just 73.8 points per game while holding opponents to 43.1% shooting from the field. On the offensive end, the RedHawks have been nearly unstoppable, averaging a staggering 90.3 points per game, which is 13.0 points more than Ohio typically allows. This offensive juggernaut, combined with their defensive tenacity, has created a formula for success that has yet to fail. As they prepare to face Ohio on the road, the RedHawks understand that the hardest game is always the next one, and that perfection demands one final, supreme effort.
Key Players to Watch: Paveletzke, Simmons, Elmer, and Suder
When these two teams take the court, individual matchups will likely determine the outcome. For Ohio, all eyes will be on Jackson Paveletzke, the dynamic guard who leads the Bobcats with 16.8 points per game while also contributing 5.1 assists and 3.0 rebounds. Paveletzke has proven he can score against anyone he dropped 22 points on Miami in their previous meeting and his ability to create shots for himself and others will be crucial. Alongside him, Javan Simmons has emerged as a force in the frontcourt, averaging 16.0 points and 6.7 rebounds while shooting 52.3% from the field over the last 10 games. Simmons provides Ohio with interior scoring and rebounding against a Miami team that controls the glass.
On the Miami side, the RedHawks boast a balanced attack led by Peter Suder, who has been on a tear over the last 10 games with averages of 16.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.5 steals. Suder's versatility makes him a matchup nightmare, capable of scoring from all three levels. Eian Elmer provides floor spacing and perimeter shooting, connecting on 42.4% of his three-point attempts while averaging 11.9 points and 5.9 rebounds. The RedHawks also feature Brant Byers, who led the team with 21 points in the first meeting with Ohio. This collection of talent makes Miami difficult to defend and even harder to beat.
Statistical Breakdown: Offense vs. Defense
The numbers tell a compelling story heading into this matchup. Miami's offensive efficiency stands in stark contrast to Ohio's defensive vulnerabilities. The RedHawks average 90.3 points per game, an explosive output that places them among the nation's elite scoring teams. They accomplish this through balanced scoring, excellent ball movement, and high-percentage shooting. By comparison, Ohio allows 77.3 points per game to opponents, suggesting that the Bobcats will need their best defensive effort of the season to slow down Miami's attack.
However, Ohio possesses offensive weapons of their own. The Bobcats shoot 46.1% from the field, which is actually 3.0 percentage points higher than what Miami typically allows to opponents (43.1%). This indicates that Ohio has the capability to score on Miami's defense if they execute their offense effectively. The battle may come down to which team can impose its will whether Miami's high-powered offense overwhelms Ohio's defense, or whether Ohio's shooting efficiency can keep them within striking distance. Rebounding will also play a critical role, as both teams average around 30 rebounds per game over their last 10 contests.
Previous Meeting: A February Fireworks Show
When these teams met on February 14 in Oxford, the result was a 90-74 victory for Miami that demonstrated the RedHawks' superiority on their home court. Brant Byers led all scorers with 21 points for Miami, while Peter Suder and the rest of the RedHawks supporting cast contributed to an offensive explosion. For Ohio, Jackson Paveletzke was brilliant in defeat, pouring in 22 points to keep the Bobcats competitive. The 16-point margin of victory reflected Miami's overall dominance, but Ohio showed enough flashes to suggest that a different outcome is possible on their home floor. The Bobcats will study that game film carefully, looking for defensive adjustments and offensive sets that can exploit Miami's weaknesses. For the RedHawks, the February 14 victory provides a blueprint for success, but they understand that beating a conference opponent twice in one season presents unique challenges. Ohio will be motivated to prove that the first result was not indicative of the true gap between these teams.
Recent Form: Contrasting Paths to Athens
The trajectories of these two programs could not be more different as they prepare for Friday's clash. Miami enters riding a 10-game winning streak, having swept through their last 10 opponents with an average margin of victory approaching 10 points. During this stretch, the RedHawks have averaged 81.8 points while allowing just 72.1, demonstrating their ability to control games on both ends of the floor. Their shooting percentage of 49.7% over this span speaks to their offensive efficiency and shot selection.
Ohio, by contrast, has struggled to find consistency over their last 10 games, posting a 4-6 record. During this period, the Bobcats have averaged 74.6 points while allowing 77.6, a defensive vulnerability that Miami's high-scoring offense will look to exploit. However, Ohio's statistics during this stretch include competitive efforts against quality opponents, and their 10-5 home record suggests they are capable of elevating their play in front of their fans. The Bobcats will need to summon their best performance of the season to derail the Miami juggernaut.
Conclusion: What s at Stake for Both Teams
As the final buzzer approaches on the regular season, both Miami and Ohio find themselves playing for something meaningful. For the RedHawks, the stakes could not be higher: a victory would complete a perfect 31-0 regular season, a feat that would etch their names in college basketball history. Regardless of what happens in the MAC tournament or beyond, an undefeated regular season represents an achievement that can never be taken from them. The pressure of perfection, however, brings its own challenges, as every opponent treats a game against Miami as their Super Bowl.
For Ohio, this game represents an opportunity to restore pride and build momentum heading into the MAC tournament. A victory over the 19th-ranked team in the nation would provide a massive confidence boost and potentially alter the trajectory of their postseason. The Bobcats have the talent to compete they demonstrated that in the first meeting and they have the home court advantage that often neutralizes superior opponents. Friday night in Athens promises drama, intensity, and the kind of college basketball atmosphere that makes March such a magical time. Whether Miami completes its perfect season or Ohio plays the role of spoiler, this game will be remembered as a defining moment for both programs.
Источник: https://executive-gazette.com/component/k2/item/216115
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Биологическую защиту от насекомых используют в Павлодаре |
Основатель ФБРК Кирилл Павлов побывал в Павлодаре, чтобы выяснить, как в городе проводят обработку от комаров и мошек. Специалисты поделились с журналистом принципом работы биологической защиты от насекомых.
Научный сотрудник в сфере биологии и естествознания, эксперт в области энтомологии Ермек Габдуллин рассказал, что для борьбы с личинками комаров и мошек в поймах рек и на водоемах применяют биологические препараты на основе бактерии Bacillus thuringiensis. Обработку проводят с помощью авиации, судоходной техники и ранцевых опрыскивателей.
Биопрепараты на основе бактерий Bacillus thuringiensis, попадая в организм насекомых, вызывают повреждения кишечного тракта. При этом препараты безопасны для водных организмов и нетоксичны при попадании в подземные и сточные воды.
Однако уничтожить весь гнус на стадии личинок невозможно, т.к. отследить процесс формирование особей крайне затруднительно. Кроме того, полностью истреблять насекомых категорически нельзя — это может нарушить устойчивую экосистему.
Организмы летной формы вредителей более устойчивы к бактериям Bacillus thuringiensis. В связи с этим дезинсекторы вынуждены подключать химические препараты, но только вокруг города, в качестве инсектицидного барьера. Их распыляют с помощью генераторов горячего тумана. Такой метод называется барьерной обработкой. Он создает своего рода преграду на пути насекомых.
Как отметил Габдуллин, при использовании химических препаратов важно соблюдать рекомендуемую концентрацию растворов. Обработка слабо концентрированным раствором часто приводит ко временному незначительному эффекту, а чрезмерная концентрация может нанести существенный вред другим представителям фауны и даже людям.
Кроме того, эксперт подчеркнул, что регулярное увеличение дозировки и использование препаратов, в состав которых входят одни и те же вещества, способны выработать у насекомых так называемый «иммунитет» к ним, что с каждым разом снижает эффективность последующих применений.
По словам Ермека Габдуллина, в регионе готовы использовать биопрепараты, которые смогли бы эффективно воздействовать на окрыленных вредителей, но о существовании таких препаратов эксперту пока не известно.
В материалах на тему о препаратах, которые используют при обработке для защиты от листогрызущих и сосущих вредителей в регионах Казахстана, редакция ФБРК ранее ошибочно предположила, что в Павлодарской области при борьбе с комарами и мошками используют недопустимые к реализации и применению химические препараты.
Как выяснилось, перечень допустимых на территории РК пестицидов, на который мы ссылались, был разработан для препаратов, применяемых только в сельском хозяйстве. В то время как законность препаратов, используемых в городской среде, устанавливают в соответствии с Единым реестром свидетельств о государственной регистрации Евразийского экономического союза (ЕЭС).
Таким образом препараты, применяемые при потраве насекомых в Павлодарской области, не являются запрещенными на территории Казахстана. Они зарегистрированы в Едином реестре ЕЭС, и их применение контролируется санитарно-эпидемиологическими требованиями, утверждёнными министерством здравоохранения РК.
На сегодня, по мнению специалистов, биологическая защита от насекомых даёт существенный результат. Подобная практика существует и в других регионах. К примеру, в Туркестанской области для борьбы с личинками в реке Сырдарья биологическую обработку проводят препаратом «Бактицид», в основу которого входят вышеупомянутые бактерии Bacillus thuringiensis.
Не так давно Кирилл Павлов опубликовал петицию «Против травли людей в городах опасными препаратами», в которой приводит исследования зарубежных учёных о пагубном воздействии пестицидов на живые организмы и призывает акиматы использовать при дезинсекции только биопрепараты.
Редакция ФБРК настоятельно рекомендует в борьбе с насекомыми отдавать предпочтение более безопасным препаратам, а в случае использования химических препаратов не пренебрегать инструкциями по их применению.
Автор: Иван Харитонов
Источник: https://washington-news24.com/component/k2/item/214151
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Прокуратура Карагандинской области взяла на контроль дело погибшей после операции жительницы Балхаша |
Брат погибшей жительницы Балхаша Меруерт Аулбаевой — Айтбек сообщил, что дело по факту смерти его сестры из-за халатности врачей передали в департамент полиции Карагандинской области.
Тем временем, по словам Аулбаева, в областной прокуратуре пообещали проконтролировать законность следствия.
Напомним, ранее Айтбек Аулбаев рассказал о бездействии правоохранительных органов по делу о смерти Меруерт Аулбаевой. Женщина умерла от сепсиса после операции по удалению аппендицита.
Тогда брат погибшей отмечал, что проверка минздрава и экспертиза министерства юстиции подтвердили связь между действиями врачей и смертью его сестры.
На днях Айтбек Аулбаев посетил департамент полиции и прокуратуру Карагандинской области. Областная полиция усмотрела халатность в ходе следствия коллег из Балхаша и заявила о готовности взять дело на свой контроль.
Как отметил Аулбаев, балхашские полицейские за июль трижды назначали одну и ту же ненужную, по его мнению, экспертизу, тем самым затягивая сроки расследования.
Что касается визита в областную прокуратуру, брат погибшей сообщает, что прокурор области лично заявил о готовности забрать дело на областной уровень. Однако в ведомстве все же настаивают на проведении той самой экспертизы.
«Сложилось ощущение, что прокуратура пытается вставлять палки в колеса расследования и способствует его максимальному затягиванию. Возможно, я неправ, но факты сигнализирует об обратном. Иначе я не могу объяснить столь спокойное отношение прокуратуры области к нарушению моих прав, как потерпевшего», — написал Аулбаев на своей странице в Instagram.
Напомним, в июле 2023 года Меруерт Аулбаева неоднократно обращалась в поликлинику Балхаша с жалобами на состояние здоровья, однако приняли её только спустя несколько дней, а операцию по удалению аппендицита сделали лишь через неделю, несмотря на то, что результаты УЗИ показали перитонит.
По словам брата погибшей, проверка минздрава показала, что операцию провели поздно и неправильно, в результате чего в организме Меруерт образовался сепсис, с которым она прожила три месяца. 6 ноября 2023 года женщина скончалась.
Автор: Иван Харитонов
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Лицо «Единой России» Саша Кемеровский |
«Кемеровские» были близки с Сильвестром, участвовали в знаменитой «стрелке» с «чехами»
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«Ресторан принадлежал «кемеровским», во главе которых стояли Витя Клим, Саша Шишкин, Сергей Китаец, Валера Финик. Это те самые «кемеровские», которые были близки с Сильвестром, участвовали в той знаменитой «стрелке» с «чехами» в Сокольниках, поддерживали нас в войне с Герой (дали стрелка, предоставили автотранспорт, помогали деньгами), одним словом, наши друзья».
«Депутаты Совета народных депутатов Суздаля, рассмотрев представления главы администрации города Суздаля Сергея Сахарова и митрополита Владимирского и Суздальского Тихона, приняли решение о присвоение звания почётного гражданина Суздаля Александру Шишкину. Имя Александра Геннадьевича Шишкина, известного политика ( он был сенатором, депутатом Госдумы, вел активную общественную деятельность), бизнесмена и мецената в Суздале знают многие, в суздальских храмах читают молитвы за его здравие и благополучие. Он известный благотворитель, который, по словам владыки Тихона, вносит огромный вклад в восстановление и благоукрашение храмов».
Первое — цитата из книги одного из лидеров ореховской группировки Сергея Буторина (Ося), отбывающего пожизненный срок. В его книги ещё много про кемеровских и их лидера Сашу Шишкина.
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Второе – цитата из издания «Суздаль-Медиа» от 2023 года.
Связывает эти две цитаты то, что Саша Шишкин (он же Саша Кемеровский) и почётный житель Суздаля, экс-сенатор и экс-депутат ГД РФ Александр Геннадьевич Шишкин – один человек.
В конце 80-х-начале 90-х они вместе «под крылом» Сильвестра «пилили» Москву. Море крови, сотни трупов. Когда у ореховских не было своих хороших стрелков, с ними делился Саша Кемеровский.
Ося сейчас на пожизненном ИК в пгт. Харп «Полярная сова», а видный член «Единой России» (на сайте ЕР в рубрике «лица партии») Саша Кемеровский почётный житель Суздаля.
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Следователь ГСУ СКР Сергей Ажаев в одном из интервью сказал следующее:
«При этом Ося описал события не только следователю, но и в своей книге «Славные парни по-русски»
Ну, то есть все рассказал следователям…
Но, видимо, закон такая штука, что для некоторых он гораздо «ровнее», чем для других.
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