# dedication (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover dedication. Page: Feed: --- ## [Spaghetti Western Trivia – “Day of Anger”](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/spaghetti-western-trivia-day-of-anger.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ In “Day of Anger”, Giuliano Gemma’s character Scott Mary's mule is called Sartana; the Gianni Garko named gunslinger character seen in other spaghetti western films and also played by George Hilton and other actors during the genre. ## [Little Known Spaghetti Western Actors ~ John Dunn-Hill](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/little-known-spaghetti-western-actors_01916707326.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ \[These daily posts will cover little known actors or people that have appeared in more recent films and TV series. Various degrees of information that I was able to find will be given and anything that you can add would be appreciated.\] John Dunn-Hill was a Scottish-born Canadian actor known for his versatile career spanning theatre, film, and television on both sides of the Atlantic. Born in… ## [Spaghetti Western Directors, Screenwriters, Cinematographers](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/spaghetti-western-directors_01198718778.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Spaghetti Western Director ~ Nathan H. Juran Nathan Juran was a Romanian-born American film art director and director, best known for his Academy Award-winning contributions to art direction and his later work in science fiction and fantasy cinema. Born Naftuli Hertz Juran in Gura Humorului, Bukovina, Austria-Hungary on September 9, 1907, to a Jewish family, he immigrated to the United States in… ## [Spaghetti Westerns & American Myth: The Wild West Through Italian Eyes \[Part 4 of 4\]](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/spaghetti-westerns-american-myth-wild_01509641239.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ The Collector By Katrina Funk October 4, 2025 Challenging the Myth of the American West The Italian interpretation of the Western can perhaps be attributed to differing cultural backgrounds. Italian film directors lacked the inherent cultural knowledge of the American West and its nuances, something American directors possessed. However, this lack of inherent cultural knowledge led to the creation… ## [Bud Spencer relives in '... And They Still Eat Beans', the cast of the most tiring film: mystery about the presence of Terence Hill](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/bud-spencer-relives-in-and-they-still.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Libero Italia August 5, 2026 Normal 0 false false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Funny, desecrating, unconventional and especially Friends: Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in '... “And They Still Eat Beans.” Mystery about the presence of the former "Don Matteo" Every time a steaming pan appears on the screen followed by an epic fistfight, the memory immediately returns to Bud Spencer and Terence… ## [Special Birthdays](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/special-birthdays_01528260219.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Manuel Requena (actor) would have been 136 today but died in 1969. Normal 0 false false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Carlo Nieman (actor) would have been 105 today but died in 2019. ## [Special Birthdays](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/special-birthdays_01528260219.html) _2026-08-21 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Manuel Requena (actor) would have been 136 today but died in 1969. Normal 0 false false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Carlo Nieman (actor) would have been 105 today but died in 2019. ## [Little Known Spaghetti Western Actors ~ Jim Dunn](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/little-known-spaghetti-western-actors_020551710.html) _2026-08-20 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ \[These daily posts will cover little known actors or people that have appeared in more recent films and TV series. Various degrees of information that I was able to find will be given and anything that you can add would be appreciated.\] Jim Dunn is an American stuntman, assistant director and actor. He’s performed stunts in over 365 films and television shows according to the IMDb. Jim’s entire… ## [A new French Blu-ray, 4K release of “Le Grand Duel”](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/a-new-french-blu-ray-4k-release-of-le.html) _2026-08-20 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ “Le Grand Duel” (The Grand Duel) (1972) Director: Giancarlo Santi Starring: Lee Van Cleef, Horst Frank, Jess Hahn Country: France Label: Carlotta Films Release date: August 20, 2026 Resolution: 1080p HD Aspect ratio: 2.35:1 Languages: DTS-HD MA 1.0 mono Italian, English, French Subtitles: French Running time: 94mins Extras: "Un western atypique" (31min) interview with Giancarlo Santi; "Le Dernier… ## [Spaghetti Westerns & American Myth: The Wild West Through Italian Eyes \[Part 3 of4\]](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/spaghetti-westerns-american-myth-wild_01037029840.html) _2026-08-20 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ The Collector By Katrina Funk October 4, 2025 American vs. Italian Westerns: The Good, the Bad, and the Selfish A Fistful of Dollars’ gritty, tense atmosphere, as exemplified in the opening scene, made it stand apart from American Westerns. Leone’s characters seem to straddle the line between good and evil, and their actions are often selfishly motivated. Leone did not shy away from stark… ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/r1webHNnzqel) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Special Birthdays](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/special-birthdays_01795039817.html) _2026-08-20 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Rosemarie Herzog (actress) would have been 100 today but died in 2011. Robert Kovacs (actor) is 70 today. ## [Special Birthdays](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/special-birthdays_01795039817.html) _2026-08-20 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Rosemarie Herzog (actress) would have been 100 today but died in 2011. Robert Kovacs (actor) is 70 today. ## [RIP Fulvio Lucisano](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/rip-fulvio-lucisano.html) _2026-08-19 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Fulvio Lucisano, one of the most important film producers with seventy years of career behind him died in Rome on August 18 th , he was 98. Lucisano helped write the history of Italian cinema with his production company Italian International Film and Lucisano Media Group and was president of Anica from 1998 to 2001. Born in Rome on August 1, 1928, Lucisano took his first steps in the industry in… ## [RIP Fulvio Lucisano](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/rip-fulvio-lucisano.html) _2026-08-19 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Fulvio Lucisano, one of the most important film producers with seventy years of career behind him died in Rome on August 18 th , he was 98. Lucisano helped write the history of Italian cinema with his production company Italian International Film and Lucisano Media Group and was president of Anica from 1998 to 2001. Born in Rome on August 1, 1928, Lucisano took his first steps in the industry in… ## [Little Known Spaghetti Western Actors ~ Maudie Dunham](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/little-known-spaghetti-western-actors_01587418937.html) _2026-08-19 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ \[These daily posts will cover little known actors or people that have appeared in more recent films and TV series. Various degrees of information that I was able to find will be given and anything that you can add would be appreciated.\] Mauder ‘Maudie’ Rose Dunham was born in Doddinghurst, Essex, England on October 29, 1897. She was a British actress known for her appearances in silent films… ## [From movie star to doctor - Marianne Koch turns 95](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/from-movie-star-to-doctor-marianne-koch.html) _2026-08-19 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ Radio HERFORD 8/11/2026 Munich - In the 50s and 60s, Marianne Koch was a screen star. She stood in front of the camera with greats such as Clint Eastwood and Curd Jürgens. But she left Hollywood and the film industry for medicine. As a doctor, presenter and author, she continued her career in her home country. Shortly before her 95th birthday (19.8.), Marianne Koch publishes a new book: "Mutig… ## [Spaghetti Westerns & American Myth: The Wild West Through Italian Eyes \[Part 2 of 4\]](https://westernsallitaliana.blogspot.com/2026/08/spaghetti-westerns-american-myth-wild_0616199130.html) _2026-08-19 · Tom B. · .Westerns...All'Italiana!_ The Collector By Katrina Funk October 4, 2025 Tracing the Origins: Who’s Who of Spaghetti Westerns Though Leone was undoubtedly the most influential and well-known of the Spaghetti Western directors, two other directors, also named Sergio, managed to make their mark on the sub-genre. Like Leone, Sergio Corbucci began his filmmaking career creating Biblical epics. His first Spaghetti Westerns were… ## [A Leader who Dares Noor Mohamed Thauwfikaa Aasmeen (4 Antares) Baden Powell Award (BPA)](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/a-leader-who-dares-noor-mohamed-thauwfikaa-aasmeen-4-antares-baden-powell-award-bpa/) _2026-07-17 · Northland Secondary School_ A Leader who Dares - Noor Mohamed Thauwfikaa Aasmeen (4 Antares) - Baden-Powell Award (BPA) We are proud to celebrate Noor Mohamed Thauwfikaa Aasmeen (Fikaa) (4 Antares) for attaining the Baden-Powell Award (BPA), the highest award conferred by the Chief Commissioner upon a Girl Guide. To attain the Baden-Powell Award (BPA), a Guide must obtain at least 70% in both the written and execution tests,… ## [Leaders who Dare Celebrating Our C Division Student Leaders](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/leaders-who-dare-celebrating-our-c-division-student-leaders/) _2026-07-17 · Northland Secondary School_ Leaders who Dare - Celebrating Our C Division Student Leaders! On Friday 10 July, our C Division Captains and Vice-Captains proudly received their Sports Bestowment alongside their peers during the morning assembly. It was a memorable milestone as we recognise these students for their commitment, dedication and willingness to serve their CCAs. ## [Leaders who Dare – Malay Dance](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/leaders-who-dare-malay-dance/) _2026-07-17 · Northland Secondary School_ We are proud to share that our Malay Dance team achieved 2nd runners-up in Mutiara Tari 2026 competition which was held recently on Saturday, 11 July at Wisma Geylang Serai. This achievement reflects the dedication, perseverance, discipline, and teamwork demonstrated by our students throughout months of training and preparation. Thank you for representing our school with grace, confidence, and… ## [Open-source Screen Sharing with Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/38fBPv6GaCde) _2026-07-16 · **Sponsored**_ WebRTC screen sharing with simultaneous mouse & keyboard control; viewers join in browser. ## [Head of School Search](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/head-of-school-search) _2026-07-07 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ Seeking Our Next Visionary Leader. Mount Mercy Academy is conducting a national search for its next Head of School. The community is seeking a mission-driven leader who will serve as the chief executive of the institution and its primary ambassador to the broader community. ​ The next Head of School will inherit a community deeply devoted to its mission with a faculty and staff who have dedicated… ## [Join our Team!](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/join-our-team-3) _2026-07-07 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ WE ARE HIRING! Join the Mount Mercy Academy Family! More than a workplace, Mercy is a community. Help us grow. For generations, Mount Mercy Academy has been a proud pillar of the Western New York community, providing young women with an exceptional education rooted in faith, compassion, leadership, and academic excellence. Inspired by the vision of Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy, we… ## [Singapore Pipe Band Championships 2026](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/singapore-pipe-band-championships-2026/) _2026-06-18 · Northland Secondary School_ Leaders who Dare - Singapore Pipe Band Championships 2026 After months of hard work, dedication and intensive practice, a total of 10 students and 1 alumnus proudly represented the school at the Singapore Pipe Band Championships on 3 June 2026 held at St Joesph’s Institution. The students demonstrated resilience, discipline and teamwork throughout their preparation, dedicating themselves to… ## [Students Leaders’ Investiture 2026 — Assemble to Shine](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/students-leaders-investiture-2026-assemble-to-shine/) _2026-06-18 · Northland Secondary School_ Students Leaders’ Investiture 2026 saw the official appointments of our schools’ new student leadership team for the year. The event featured our Principal’s address on service and integrity, and the presentation of appointment letters to the Student Councillors and CCA leaders. The event ended with a closing pledge by our new EXCO to lead with integrity, accountability and service to the school. ## [Celebrating Excellence!](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/celebrating-excellence) _2026-06-11 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ Celebrating Excellence at Mount Mercy's Final Honors Assembly! Last week, Mount Mercy Academy proudly held our final Honors Assembly of the school year, recognizing the outstanding accomplishments, leadership, service, and dedication of our students. It was a wonderful celebration filled with awards, achievements, and well-deserved recognition. We are incredibly proud of each and every student… ## [Celebrating AAPI](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/celebrating-aapi) _2026-06-09 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ Last week, Mercy celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with an engaging day of learning, culture, and community! Recognizing and celebrating cultures different from our own is an important part of the Mercy Mission. We strive to empower our students to be confident leaders in a global community by fostering understanding, respect, and appreciation for diverse… ## [Mercy Honors Nominations](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/mercy-honors-nominations) _2026-06-04 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ “We should be as shining lamps, giving light to all around us.” — Catherine McAuley The Mount Mercy Academy Honors Committee is proud to recognize outstanding members of our community each year at the Mercy Honors Awards Dinner. We are currently seeking nominations for the 2026 Mercy Honors Dinner, taking place this November. Do you know a deserving alumna or community member who embodies the… ## [Mercy Golf Tournament](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/mercy-golf-tournament) _2026-06-04 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ CLEAR YOUR CALENDAR! Join us for Mount Mercy Academy's Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Orchard Park Country Club Registration: 10:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM Shotgun Start: 12:00 PM $175 per golfer | $65 dinner only Spend the day enjoying great golf, camaraderie, and community spirit while supporting the outstanding student-athletes of Mount Mercy Academy. Every dollar raised helps… ## [Learning for Life!](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/learning-for-life) _2026-05-27 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ Recently, our freshmen ERA classes at Mount Mercy Academy had the opportunity to welcome two incredible guest speakers into the classroom for Life Discovery Interviews as part of our Education Revolution Association (ERA) program. The ERA program focuses on “Teaching Life in the Classroom” through the Life Discovery Classroom curriculum, which equips students with essential life and success… ## [Mental Health Awareness](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/mental-health-awareness) _2026-05-27 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and our Mental Health Awareness Club hosted a powerful school-wide assembly focused on the importance of mental health awareness, education, and support within our school community. Students moved through a variety of interactive stations designed to promote understanding, positivity, and conversation surrounding mental health. Cafeteria – Mental Health Myth… ## [Web Coding With AI, Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jdmRuWwojDND) _2026-05-27 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control, open source. ## [Class of 2026!](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/class-of-2026) _2026-05-27 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ Just a few of our favorite moments from the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony! We are so proud of these incredible young women. ## [2026 Baccalaureate Mass](https://www.mtmercy.org/post/2026-baccalaureate-mass) _2026-05-20 · Tina Webster · Mount Mercy Academy_ Mount Mercy Academy was proud to honor our Seniors as they celebrated their last Mass together on Monday evening. The Class of 2026 Baccalaureate Mass was held at the beautiful Our Lady of Victory Basilica in Lackawanna, making for a truly heartfelt and memorable night. Students participated throughout the liturgy, which was presided over by Monsignor David LiPuma. A beautiful student reflection… ## [Starcolade 2026 – Reach for the Stars!](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/starcolade-2026-reach-for-the-stars/) _2026-05-13 · Northland Secondary School_ Starcolade 2026 – Reach for the Stars! Congratulations to our awardees for their stellar results as well as their outstanding contributions to the school. May you continue to shine! ## [Learners who Share Experience ITE Programme (EIP)](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/learners-who-share-experience-ite-programme-eip/) _2026-05-11 · Northland Secondary School_ Learners who Share - Experience ITE Programme (EIP) On 30 April, our 2G1 students had the opportunity to visit ITE College Central as part of their Experience ITE Programme (EIP). They engaged in various hands-on activities such as flight simulation, livestream selling, robotics, and animation. Through these interactive sessions, students gained meaningful insights into different learning pathways… ## [Learners who Share Alumni Sharing on DSA & EAE](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/learners-who-share-alumni-sharing-on-dsa-eae/) _2026-05-11 · Northland Secondary School_ Learners who Share - Alumni Sharing on DSA & EAE A big thank you to our alumni, Meredith & Mei En, for coming back to share their DSA & EAE experiences with our Sec 4E5N students! Their honest insights and practical advice have truly helped our students as they explore their next steps beyond secondary school. ## [Learners who Share War and Diplomacy Card Game](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/learners-who-share-war-and-diplomacy-card-game/) _2026-05-11 · Northland Secondary School_ Learners who Share - War and Diplomacy Card Game Our students took part at the War and Diplomacy card game competition organised by Bendemeer Secondary School. They had fun learning about political and strategic moves that led to the oubreak of WW2 in Europe through competing against other schools in the game. ## [NSS ECG Career Fair 2026](https://northlandsec.moe.edu.sg/nss-ecg-career-fair-2026/) _2026-04-28 · Northland Secondary School_ Northland’s inaugural Career Fair was held on Friday, 24 April for our Secondary 3, 4 and 5 Northstars. We were grateful to welcome 14 partner organisations to participate in our first-ever event. The Career Fair aimed to introduce students to a wide range of career pathways and post secondary educational opportunities. Thank you to our partners - 1. Make-a-Wish Foundation 2. Asian Culinary… ## [Bhima and Bakasura: The Tale of Courage in Ekachakrapura](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/bhima-and-bakasura-the-tale-of-courage) _2025-04-28 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ The Mahabharata contains innumerable episodes of valour and sacrifice, but few are as riveting and inspiring as the story of Bhima (भीमः) and Bakasura (बकासुर). ## [The House of Lacquer: A Palace of Deception (Chapter 21)](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/the-blazing-deception-how-the-pandavas) _2025-04-08 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ In the grand epic of Mahabharata, we find ourselves at Chapter 21, where the stakes are higher than ever. ## [Karna’s Rise: A Rivalry Forged in Skill, Pride, and Fate](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/karnas-rise-a-rivalry-forged-in-skill) _2025-03-31 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ The Mahabharata, with its rich characters and intricate stories, contains moments that leave an indelible impression on readers, and Chapter 20 of our series is no different. ## [The Unlikely Warrior: Karna's Rise to Glory](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/the-unlikely-warrior-karnas-rise) _2025-03-25 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ Kunti (कुन्ति), a young woman in Hastinapura (हस्तिनापुर), held a profound secret. ## [The Tale of Eklavya: A Journey of Dedication and Sacrifice.](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/the-tale-of-eklavya-a-journey-of) _2025-03-18 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ In the enormous tapestry of the Mahabharata, Eklavya's (एकलव्य) narrative stands out as a moving reminder of determination, devotion, and the harsh realities of social hierarchy. ## [The Untold Story of Eklavya: A Tale of Unwavering Dedication and Sacrifice](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/the-untold-story-of-eklavya-a-tale) _2025-03-11 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ In the last chapter, we saw Arjun (अर्जुन) win Dronacharya's (द्रोणाचार्यः) unique test of attention and skill. ## [The Archer's Focus: A Lesson in Concentration from the Mahabharata](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/the-archers-focus-a-lesson-in-concentration) _2025-03-06 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ As we wrap up the story of Arjun's (अर्जुन) bravery and dedication in Gurukul (गुरुकुल), the stage is set for another exciting chapter in the Mahabharata series. ## [Arjun’s Ascent: The Archery Legend Begins | Mahabharata Series - Episode 16](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/arjuns-ascent-the-archery-legend) _2025-02-27 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ Hello there! ## [Celebrating the Braveheart of Maharashtra: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/celebrating-the-braveheart-of-maharashtra) _2025-02-19 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ As I take a small break from our ongoing Mahabharata series, I'd like to dedicate this blog to the renowned Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज), the courageous warrior king of Maharashtra, on his birth anniversary. ## [The Battle Begins: Drona's Debt and Drupada's Downfall.](https://literarywomaniya.substack.com/p/the-battle-begins-dronas-debt-and) _2025-02-11 · Aadita Hattangadi · Aadita’s Substack_ We left off in Chapter 14 with the intriguing story of Mandavya (माण्डव्यः) and the birth of Vidura (विदुरः).