The Lexicogaphy of "Extraordinary Rendition"

rendition, n. /rndn/ . The surrender of a person or possession. 2. Law. The transfer of (a person) from one jurisdiction to another, or an instance of this; esp. the extradition of a fugitive criminal. COMPOUNDS (chiefly in Law). C1. extraordinary rendition, n. The illegal capture and transportation of a criminal suspect (esp. a terrorist suspect) from one jurisdiction to another, or an instance of this; esp. when they are subjected to torture during interrogation. Euphem. 983 M. C. BASSIOUNI Internat. Extradition 11 The United States increasingly resorts to extraordinary rendition devices, including abduction, thus circumventing traditional extradition processes. 2000 R. SIEVERT Cases and Materials on U.S. Law and Nat. Security 469 The court in Toscanino was setting a standard for evaluating "extraordinary rendition" (abduction) by US officials that was somewhat consistent with the worldview of... government officials in 1974. 2002 Washington Post (Electronic ed.) 26 Dec., These extraordinary renditions are done without resort to legal process and usually involve countries with security services known for using brutal means. 2008 Guardian (Electronic ed.) 6 May., The last British resident left in Guantánamo Bay is suing the UK government for refusing to produce evidence that he was a victim of extraordinary rendition and torture. 2009 Mirror (Electronic ed.) 27

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Media plays an important role in our everyday lives. Why is it important to us?

Media plays an important role in our everyday lives. Why is it important to us? This is because media can tell us what is exactly going on in the world today, so that we will not be left behind and we can always keep ourselves updated via the media. Media comes in many forms such as newspapers, film, radio, television, computer software, communications network and so forth. While discussing about media, technology and theory are involved. This is because media themselves change quicker than any theory (Bazalgatte, C, 2000, pp.5). But what is 'media studies'? According to Bazalgette, media studies is a controversial, unstable and immensely important field. This is because it is still new and deals with things that change continuously. Therefore it is hard to be understood, regulated & consumed (Bazalgatte, C, 2000, pp.2). Media studies is considered as a hybrid subject. This is because the ideas and approaches that make up the subject are taken from many different sources (Bazalgatte, C, 2000, pp.3). Media studies is associated with politics, not just national party politics but the politics of the media. Undeniably, the politics of the media influences our lives as much as government politics and can be fulfilling to investigate since proofs can be found daily all around (Bazalgatte, C, 2000, pp.7). The influences, the impact of the influences and how they may be challenged

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DearSarah,

Dear Sarah, I thought it was about time I wrote to you again. I have started a new teaching job at a local school in a small town called Maycomb. You know, the sort of town where everyone knows everyone, I really feel like an outsider. I had planned my lessons extremely carefully, hoping they would be both enjoyable for me and enjoyable for the children. However, it was quite the opposite. I carefully put myself together early before I was due in at school. I wore my nicest dress, my most expensive makeup, and my peppermint perfume. I thought I looked perfect. No matter how nice I looked, I still had an incredibly hard time with them. I looked around the room at all the grubby black faces starring back at me from their desks. I calmly introduced myself, printing my name in large, clear letters on the blackboard. I then moved on to telling them where I originated from, and the whole class started muttering and looked very uneasy with me stood at the front. I decided to read them a book, and it was all about cats! The pupils did not look as enthusiastic as I was, I thought they would enjoy it. They became restless and agitated. So I swiftly moved onto the alphabet, this was as much of a failure as the book, many of them could already read the alphabet, I was told at collage that first graders needed the alphabet teaching to them. One little girl, Jean Louise

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Language and Identity

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND LIFELONG LEARNING Rachid Belaredj 570036539 Module EED D028 Discourse, Pedagogy and Identity Language identity issues: Exploring Samuel Huntington's views on language identity. Dr. Malcolm McDonald Submitted on 31st October, 2008, as part of the requirements for the Ed. D in TESOL 2007-8 Introduction Part A Huntington theoretical approach on the concept of civilization The clash of Civilizations Part B Huntington theoretical approach on the clash theory The Hispanic" nightmare" Huntington's conceptual approach to American identity Part C Beyond Huntington paradigm Huntington's view on language identity Huntington's potential influence on US politics Conclusion Appendices Appendix I - The clash of Civilization and the remaking of the world order. Samuel P, Huntington. Appendix II - The Hispanic challenge, Samuel P, Huntington Appendix III - Who we are? , Samuel P, Huntington. Bibliography Abstract The main purpose of this writing is to present a subset of literature on identity, cultural identity, and discuss language identity: How does ethnic identity manifest itself among Americans? Are there any correlations between language and identity? Does symbolic ethnicity prevail for ethnic minorities who are living in the USA as it has for Americans of European descents? This essay is a close reading

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The basement - The story begins in 1986 in a little town called Kadic, when a family called the Smith went to buy a house.

The BASEMENT The story begins in 1986 in a little town called Kadic, when a family called the Smith went to buy a house. It all starts in one afternoon when the husband Kelvin took the children to school and went to work, the wife Katie was reading a novel in the sitting room and suddenly she heard a knock at the door she got up to check who was at the door before she got there the knocking stopped, when she open the door there was no one there, then she heard a scary voice shouting her name Katie, Katie she looked back but cannot find anyone and she said with a frightened voice who is it? Then it stopped, as she got back to the sitting room she noticed her novel was missing suddenly she begun to hear the voice again and the light bulb was flickering she began to panic with fear then she heard the house door opening and she got a baseball bat and hid behind the back of the door, then as Kelvin entered she hit him with the bat. He said what are you doing? She then ran onto him with tears on her eyes, with an angry face Kelvin asked what happened? Then Katie said there is a ghost in the house, Kelvin and the children laughed and said why do you say that? She replied the light is flickering, the door is knocking without anyone there, my novel cannot be found and I kept hearing my name constantly. Then Kelvin replied, firstly your novel is behind you, second you

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U211 TMA02

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Short Story.You never realise how fast time flies. I flipped the photo album shut and threw myself back

You never realise how fast time flies. I flipped the photo album shut and threw myself back on the bed sheets. It were as if I was losing a part of history, information falling from my hands. Although it strikes me that talking of someone in this way is somewhat disrespectful and subconsciously taxing, I cannot help but feel that I am losing out more so on finding out what was, rather than what could have been. Tales of 50's life thrilled me, and I had come to love them dearly. In acquiring this new obsession I had learnt a large capacity of things about World War II, thus creating a new area of history for me to adore. She had taught me so much about her way of life, how to behave like a woman, and work around the house. It was evident that she had received lessons similar to these, in the way she acted, streaking though her personality traits like gold dust sprinkled on an angel; this now no longer a metaphor. I knew in my heart of hearts that she was now placed on her own cloud (number nine reserved as her cloud of choice, of course) fashionably suited in white from top-to-toe. Early memories of her no longer existed in my mind, but the photographs flooded me with past situations that had filled my heart with joy. It had suddenly seemed ironic that photographs were showing only happy times, waiting to be looked back on in a time of sadness, and yet we would then link them

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Discuss the Power of Language and the value of language diversity.

DISCUSS THE POWER OF LANGUAGE, AND THE VALUE OF LANGUAGE DIVERSITY. Code: ALW 117 Word Count: 1,370 30/3/07 The existence of mankind is essentially dependant on the written and spoken word. Our ability to interact and communicate with each other relies wholly on the powerful medium of language. It is a vital key for the success of global commerce and economics, cultural and academic development, international trade and relations, laws and legal interactions, human relationships and the overall quality of life. But the power of language goes beyond spoken or written words. Unless we are able to really understand each other and learn more about the world, which consists of literally thousands of different cultures, it will not be possible to progress toward a life of contentment and peace. Linguists and anthropologists will agree that the study of languages fosters an increased understanding of tradition. Knowledge in turn will bring an appreciation of different cultures, deepen the perception of cultural values, and strengthen communication. We can begin to understand the values of language diversity through its impact on, and subsequent creation of culture. First we must ask, what is language? Language is merely a set of rules. Humans have created a pattern of symbols in order to interact with each other. Sociologist Herbert Blumer (1900-1987) invented a theory

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A Memorable Driving Experience

My Narrative Essay: A Memorable Driving Experience Ever since I was young I told myself, I would never drink and drive. I've read stories and poems on the consequences of this stupid act, and throughout my 11 years in school have been told by teachers, and public speakers how horrible it is. I completely agreed. I thought "how could anyone be so intoxicated to make such a deadly choice?" Going out and partying is a big part of your final years in high school and about a month ago I was looking forward to doing this on one such Friday night. My friend Gracie and I were getting ready at my house and were nervous as to what would come of the night. At about 7:30pm we walked into Sooke, and saw a group of these guys we knew. They were drinking and so were we, and after about an hour we all decided to go to the skate park and hang out. So me, Gracie and these guys drove to the skate park and hung out there for another couple hours. We weren't causing any harm, just drinking, talking, watching the skaters do their tricks, meeting new people and having a good time. As the hours past some of us grew bored and decided to drive around. I got a little excited because I just recently got my Learners license, and I really wanted to drive my friends car. I lied and told my friend, who was more drunk than I was, that I had my New drivers license, which meant I could drive without an adult

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The Big Red Bow.

Sarah Choi September 10, 2003 Professor Duff First Year Writing Seminar The Big Red Bow "Mom! Mom! I want that one, that one! The BIG red bow all the way up there! Can you get it for me please? Pleaseeeeeeeee, Mommie?" "Oh alright. But you can only get one, so choose carefully." She sighs and looks up. She tips toe and grabs the bow down for her daughter. Her daughter quickly seizes the object from her mother and carries it with both her hands, as if someone is about to steal her most precious treasure. The little eight-year old girl strolls aimlessly with her mom in the store after she gets the bow, not caring what else there is in the store or what she needs for school. Anyone can see her shiny white teeth a mile away because that's the only thing you can see on her face. The big red bow had always been my priority on my back-to-school list. It is the first thing I scouted for when I roamed into the store and the last thing I thought about before I went to bed. Every girl in my fourth grade class had at least one. Some even had different colored bows or differently styled ones but I could only get one of my choice and color. On the first day of school, I would put my red bow on top of my ponytail diligently, hoping that it would stay on all day. I was incredibly eager to show my gorgeous red bow to all my classmates. I felt like I owned the most marvelous

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