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What will we even do when the series is complete? I feel like theres such a fun community around theories and speculation as to what will happen in the final two books and all this will dissolve shortly after they are released, the asoiaf community will become like the lord if the rings fandom, stale and with nothing to look forward too. Maybe its best that the books take as long as feasible to come out so all the fun arguing and theorising and discussing what they might contain and mean and what the themes and twists he may include are. I doubt there will be anything like this level of engagement with the material when its all released and we know the ending, perhaps the longer the books take to come out the longer the fandom will be at its most interesting submitted by /u/DependentRounders934 [link] [comments]

It has been helpful to me to be working in conjunction with my wife’s niece Tina. She writes: 1891 is when our Edward Butler Jr. shows up in Newton living at his aunt’s house as a boarder. (Right around the time we know EB Sr. passed away) This Boston address places them about two streets over from Mary Crowley’s brother at the same time in history. These are a few things that I was either not aware of or did not conect the dots. Newton in 1891 Here are the people listed being at 220 California Street, Newton in the 1891 Directory: I should point out that Edward H Butler would have only been 16 years old in 1891 assuming that his birth date of 28 April 1875 is correct. That brings us to the Boston Globe of December 17, 1891: My guess is that St. John would have been notified due to Edward’s widow Mary E Crowley. We know that Edward Senior was a Mariner or Longshoreman at the time of his death living at Clark Street in the North End of Boston. Therefor, we believe that the Edward H , clerk listed at 220 California Street would have been his son. Edward’s Sister Anna Butler My curiosity got the better of me, so I asked Tina who was Edward Junior’s Aunt who owned the house at 220 California Street in Newton. Here is her reply: I researched Anna Smith, who was listed as the owner of the boarding house at 220 California Street in Newton and found that she was a Butler. I found a marriage reord for her second marriage to Joseiph Wharton and it shows her parents as Henry Butler and Ellen Russell. But then George acutally is the infomrant on her death certificate and wakes her when she passes in 1917. Interestingly, he doen’t know her mom’s name – making me think Anne died young. He knows Henry is the dad. Here are the children I have for Henry Butler of Wexford: Perhaps she is the Mary Anne Butler born 1834? I see that Tina has this tree: Tina’s Anna is Anna Eliza Butler the youngest child. Tina also has Edward Butler and Adam Butler as two separate people. I can see where this could make sense. My guess is that these two were the same person. Showing more of what Tina has on Anna: Interesting that she has Anna’s mother as Anne Ellen Russel as one of the records below lists her mather as Ellen Russel. This shed a whole new light on things. Edward’s funeral was not hosted by his young son Edward Junior, but by his sister. Here is the baptismal record for Anne or Anna: Here is a marriage of Anna’s son Henry in Newton in 1896: Henry is an insurance agent born in New Brunswick: Here is Anna’s obituary: Where are the St. John, New Brunswick Records for Anna Smith and Family? Did they go to the same church that Edward got married in? I have that Edward Butler and Mary Crowley were married at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in 1855. I had found their daughter Julia Ann’s Baptismal record there also in a blog from 2023. Julia Ann was baptized on the 26th of April 1857. However, in 1857, Anna Butler would have only been 15. FamilySearch has additional information, but apparently it involves traveiling to one of their affiliate libraries: Perhaps there is a hint in the 1889 Newton Directory: I am guesseing that this is Anna above. And that below is the location of Crescent Street: Now, I also have that Edward Butler lived at 26 Crescent Street, Newton in 1900. 1887 Newton Directory Perhaps we can learn more of Anna by going back through the years – assuming she was still in Newton, MA. This says Crescent is near California, which makes me think I have the wrong Crescent Street above. The one above is not near California Steet: The red marker is at 220 California Street and the other Crescent Street was near Auburndale. 1885 Newton Directory I am hoping to get an idea of when George Smith died. I see that from researcher Tina’s Tree, she has that George Smith dies about 1884: Interesting. I wonder who Mrs. M Moody is: I am assuming tha the M. stands for Martha, widow of Bradstreet D Moody. Here are Jewett and Pearl Streets 1884-1885 Newton Directory I don’t see Anna or George: I don’t think George was a coachman. There was a George Smith who was a coachmen in 1889 when Anna was listed as a widow: 1883 The Newton Director has three Georges this year including the coachman: Of course, at this time, we do not know where the Smith family lived. 1881 Here is the Directory for Newton two years earlier:

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Detectives searching for missing TV actor Stewart McLean marked a week since he was last seen on Friday, and have now released a major development: the Royal Canadian Mountain Police are treating his disappearance as a homicide investigation. McLean was reportedly last seen safe at his home in British Columbia on May 15. A missing persons report was then filed three days later, on May 18, with the Squamish RCMP after he appeared to vanish without explanation. At first, the case was handled as a standard missing person investigation. However, authorities said in an update on Thursday that the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has now assumed control, after police say they uncovered evidence supporting the belief that McLean was killed. “On May 20, IHIT deployed and assumed conduct of the investigation,” a press release on Thursday said. “Squamish RCMP continues to work closely with IHIT and the Integrated Forensic Identification Service (IFIS) to advance the investigation. Squamish RCMP initiated an investigation and, through investigative efforts, uncovered evidence that led investigators to believe Mr. McLean was victim of homicide. “Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp–grc.gc.ca.” Although McLean’s name may not be widely recognized, viewers may know his face. He began working professionally in 2015 and most recently appeared as a barfly in Netflix’s Virgin River. Investigators described McLean as 5ft 10 in and 150 lbs, with gray hair and blue eyes. He was also a familiar presence in Canadian television, appearing in multiple productions filmed in the region, including Murder in a Small Town, Happy Face, the DC series Arrow, Travelers, The Killer Inside: The Ruth Finley Story and the Freeform show Beyond. Police have not released additional information about his last known movements, nor have they detailed what specific evidence led them to reclassify the investigation. No suspect has been named publicly, and investigators say their work is ongoing as they continue to pursue leads in the case. After the announcement that the inquiry had shifted to a homicide investigation, McLean’s agency, Lucas Talent Inc., posted a tribute in his memory. “It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved client, Stew McLean,” Jodi Caplan from his agency wrote on Facebook May 22. “I was fortunate to have worked with Stew for more than 10 years.” “He was always such a pleasure to deal with,” she added, “dedicated, professional, eager, and endlessly funny!” “Many casting directors have reached out to share their condolences with Stew’s family and with our agency, and every message says the same thing: what a truly great guy he was, and how deeply he will be missed. Rest in peace, Stew. xo” The post Virgin River actor Stewart McLean may have been victim of homicide after disappearing from home appeared first on Pulptastic.

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Outlet selection for FinTech Web3 launches is the process of choosing media outlets that can give a product launch the right mix of visibility, audience fit, and follow-on distribution. A launch campaign needs more than exposure. It needs coverage that reaches the right market segment, explains the product clearly, and keeps momentum after launch day. The difficulty is that launch teams often compare outlets through disconnected signals: traffic in one place, SEO data in another, editorial fit from manual checks, and distribution value from past campaign memory. Outset Media Index (OMI) is a structured media intelligence platform that measures outlet performance through various metrics, including visibility, engagement, LLM discoverability, and distribution signals, helping PR teams organize these inputs into a more consistent launch shortlist. What Does a Product Launch Campaign Need From Media Coverage? A product launch campaign has a short window to create recognition and trust. The media list should support three outcomes: Immediate visibility: The launch needs enough coverage to make the announcement visible during the first news cycle. Relevant audience reach: The product should appear in outlets read by likely users, investors, partners, developers, or industry observers. Post-launch credibility: Coverage should remain useful after launch day when people search for the product, compare vendors, or assess market fit. This is where single-metric thinking creates weak shortlists. Traffic alone does not show whether readers stay with the story. SEO strength does not show whether the audience fits the product. Social reach does not show whether the outlet helps future discovery. Outset Media Index helps teams compare outlets through a unified framework. OMI includes outlet-level signals such as GRP, LLM Referral Share, Reading Behaviour, and Reprints, which can support more precise launch planning. How Should PR Teams Structure the Launch Window? Product launch coverage works best when the campaign is planned across three phases. 1. Pre-Launch Build-Up The pre-launch phase prepares the market before the announcement goes public. This may include background briefings, embargoed outreach, analyst-style conversations, founder interviews, or category education. The goal is not to publish everything early. The goal is to make sure priority journalists and editors understand why the product matters. For this phase, prioritize outlets with strong vertical fit and careful editorial standards. These outlets can help explain the product properly, especially if the launch involves technical infrastructure, compliance, payments, custody, tokenization, or enterprise adoption. 2. Launch-Day Blitz Launch day needs speed and coordination. This phase should include outlets that can publish quickly, reach the right segment, and support the main announcement angle. For FinTech and Web3 launches, the strongest shortlist usually includes a mix of industry media, niche vertical outlets, and distribution-friendly publications. The mistake is to treat launch day as a volume race. A smaller number of well-matched placements can be more useful than a broad set of low-relevance mentions. 3. Post-Launch Momentum The post-launch phase keeps the product visible after the initial announcement. This may include follow-up interviews, use-case articles, technical explainers, regional coverage, customer stories, or opinion pieces. Post-launch coverage is especially important for complex products that need repeated explanation before the market understands them. For this phase, PR teams should look at Reading Behaviour and LLM Referral Share. These signals help identify outlets that may support deeper attention and future discovery. How Does Vertical Fit Affect Outlet Selection for FinTech and Web3 Launches? FinTech and Web3 often overlap, but their media audiences behave differently. A FinTech launch may need coverage from payments, banking, compliance, lending, wealth, SaaS, or enterprise technology outlets. A Web3 launch may need crypto-native media, developer-focused outlets, infrastructure publications, investor-focused sites, or ecosystem-specific communities. Some products need both. For example: A stablecoin payments product may need FinTech, crypto, payments, and regional finance coverage. A tokenized asset platform may need Web3, capital markets, wealth management, and compliance media. A wallet product may need consumer crypto, security, developer, and retail-trader audiences. A blockchain analytics tool may need compliance, institutional crypto, and cybersecurity outlets. Vertical fit should define the media list before reach metrics are considered. If the outlet audience does not understand the product category, the placement may create visibility without useful interpretation. How OMI Makes Launch Outlet Selection Measurable OMI uses 2 scoring frameworks to support different planning questions. The General Rating Position helps teams understand broader outlet strength, while the Convenience Rating helps assess how practical an outlet may be for campaign execution. The platform tracks 340+ outlets across 100+ GEOs, which matters for FinTech and Web3 launches because many products need both vertical relevance and market-specific visibility. A payments product, for example, may need global FinTech coverage, regional finance outlets, and Web3 media if the product connects to stablecoins or digital assets. OMI also applies a selected set of 37 metrics, including signals such as GRP, LLM Referral Share, Reading Behaviour, and Reprints. For launch teams, these indicators help separate outlets that create short-term visibility from those that support credibility, discovery, engagement, or wider distribution. Five Categories of Outlets Worth Shortlisting A strong launch shortlist should not rely on one type of media. The better approach is to build a balanced list across five outlet categories. 1. Research-Focused Outlets Research-focused outlets are useful when the product needs explanation, credibility, or technical interpretation. They are especially relevant for: infrastructure launches compliance products B2B FinTech tools institutional Web3 products analytics, custody, and security solutions In this category, weigh Reading Behaviour and LLM Referral Share heavily. Strong reading depth suggests that audiences spend time with more complex material. LLM Referral Share matters because research-style coverage may appear later in AI-assisted discovery and market summaries. GRP (General Rating Position) can help confirm whether the outlet has broader media strength, but it should not be the only deciding factor. 2. Retail-Trader-Focused Outlets Retail-trader-focused outlets matter when the launch targets active crypto users, token communities, consumer investors, or market participants. These outlets may be useful for: wallet launches exchange-related products trading tools token utility announcements consumer-facing Web3 apps Here, launch teams should weigh GRP and Reprints more strongly. GRP helps compare general outlet strength, while Reprints can show whether coverage has stronger distribution potential. Reading Behaviour still matters, but retail audiences may interact differently with quick product announcements, market hooks, and feature-led stories. 3. Regional-Tier Outlets Regional-tier outlets matter when product adoption depends on a specific market. A FinTech launch in Southeast Asia, a payments product in Latin America, or a Web3 infrastructure rollout in the Middle East should not rely only on global coverage. Regional media can provide local relevance, regulatory context, and audience trust. For regional-tier outlets, the most useful signals are GEO fit, GRP, and Reading Behaviour. OMI includes coverage across 100+ GEOs, which helps teams build shortlists around target markets instead of relying only on global media visibility. Use regional outlets when the product has local users, licensing relevance, partner activity, or market-entry goals. 4. Niche Vertical Outlets Niche vertical outlets are often smaller, but they can be highly useful when the product solves a specific problem. Examples include outlets focused on: payments infrastructure DeFi protocols regtech cybersecurity wealthtech blockchain gaming banking technology developer tooling For this category, vertical relevance should come first. Then compare Reading Behaviour, LLM Referral Share, and GRP. A niche outlet with a focused audience may outperform a broader publication if the launch requires technical understanding. This is especially true for B2B products where the buying audience is small but highly specific. 5. Syndication-Heavy Outlets Syndication-heavy outlets help extend the reach of launch coverage through reprints and secondary pickup. They are useful when the launch needs broad distribution, search presence, or repeated visibility across multiple media surfaces. For this category, Reprints should carry more weight. LLM Referral Share may also matter if reprinted or widely cited coverage improves future discovery paths. Syndication-heavy outlets should not replace credibility outlets. They should support the launch after the core story has been placed in more relevant publications. How Should OMI Signals Be Weighted Inside Each Outlet Category? OMI signals should not be applied the same way across every outlet type. Each category has a different job in the launch plan. Outlet category Most useful OMI signals Main role Research-focused Reading Behaviour, LLM Referral Share, GRP Explain the product and support credibility Retail-trader-focused GRP, Reprints, audience fit Create visible launch-day attention Regional-tier GEO fit, GRP, Reading Behaviour Build market-specific relevance Niche vertical Vertical fit, Reading Behaviour, LLM Referral Share Reach precise specialist audiences Syndication-heavy Reprints, LLM Referral Share, GRP Extend distribution after launch This framework gives teams a cleaner way to build media lists. Instead of asking which outlet is “best,” the team asks what role each outlet should play. A product launch shortlist may include 15 to 30 outlets, but each outlet should have a defined purpose. Some create credibility. Some create reach. Some support regional presence. Some help explain complex product details. Some extend the story after the first news cycle. How to Build the Final Launch Shortlist A practical outlet selection workflow can follow six steps: Define the launch goal: users, investors, partners, developers, or enterprise buyers. Separate FinTech, Web3, and cross-vertical audience needs. Choose the five outlet categories that fit the campaign. Assign OMI signals to each category. Remove outlets that offer reach without vertical fit. Balance launch-day coverage with post-launch momentum. This keeps the shortlist focused and defensible. It also helps founders and marketing leads understand why each outlet is included. Conclusion Product launch coverage in FinTech and Web3 needs a balanced outlet strategy. The strongest shortlists combine credibility, vertical relevance, launch-day visibility, regional fit, and post-launch distribution. OMI helps PR teams, marketing leads, and founders compare outlets through signals such as GRP, LLM Referral Share, Reading Behaviour, and Reprints. Used selectively, these signals turn outlet selection into a structured campaign decision, not a traffic-based guess. FAQ How long should a product launch PR campaign run? A product launch PR campaign usually needs a pre-launch phase, launch-day push, and post-launch follow-up. For complex FinTech or Web3 products, the full media cycle can run several weeks. Which outlet categories matter for FinTech and Web3 launches? The most useful categories are research-focused outlets, retail-trader-focused outlets, regional-tier outlets, niche vertical outlets, and syndication-heavy outlets. Each category serves a different launch function. How is launch outlet selection different from ongoing PR outlet selection? Launch outlet selection is more time-sensitive. It needs faster visibility, clearer product explanation, and stronger sequencing. Ongoing PR can focus more on relationship building and long-term topic ownership. What role does vertical fit play in launch coverage? Vertical fit determines whether the outlet’s audience can understand and care about the product. For FinTech and Web3 launches, relevance often matters more than broad reach.

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Tom Hardy has reportedly been dropped from Paramount Plus hit series MobLand following claims of repeated tension with producers while filming the second season. The 48-year-old, Oscar-nominated actor is said to have been removed from the show’s cast, meaning he would not return for a potential third season. In the Puck newsletter, Matthew Belloni, former editorial director of The Hollywood Reporter, wrote that Hardy had allegedly ‘clashed’ with producers including Jez Butterworth and David Glasser. He alleged: “Hardy was apparently late to set a bunch, constantly asked to give notes on scripts, attempted to change dialogue, and expressed his displeasure that a series initially built around him was increasingly becoming an ensemble showcase for Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and other co-stars.” Belloni also claimed that Butterworth had at one point threatened to ‘quit’, and that Paramount ultimately chose to part ways with Hardy instead. He further added: “His contract does contain a mutual option for the third season, so he could have bailed on his own if he wanted.” Hardy stars as Harry Da Souza, a fixer working for the Harrigan crime family. The series debuted last March and quickly drew strong viewer attention. Paramount+ has not yet confirmed a premiere date for season two, though production on the new episodes has reportedly wrapped. The show features a high-profile ensemble that includes Piers Brosnan, Joanne Froggatt, Helen Mirren and Paddy Considine, with the second season expected to arrive later this year. Set in London’s criminal underworld, MobLand centres on the Harrigan family and the power struggles surrounding their operation. Conrad (Brosnan) and Maeve (Mirren) lead the organisation as a married couple, while a rival group with international reach threatens their control. At the time of writing, Hardy, the show’s producers, and Paramount+ have not publicly commented on the report. The drama also marked the first collaboration between Hardy and director Ritchie in almost 20 years. Speaking to the Hollywood Reporter about working together again last year, Hardy said: “Well, I just called him on the phone and it didn’t feel like that much time had passed and he was already interwoven into the project. “So we had a catch-up and pretty shortly afterward, we were on set working. It was pretty straightforward.” In that same interview, Hardy also suggested the creative team expected the story to continue, saying that ‘the plan is definitely to see more seasons’. The post Tom Hardy reportedly fired from MobLand after clashing with producers appeared first on Pulptastic.

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President Trump has said he will miss his eldest son Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding in the Bahamas tomorrow (May 23), citing what he described as ‘circumstances pertaining to government’. Donald Trump Jr. is due to marry Palm Beach socialite Bettina Anderson in a private ceremony on a small island in the Bahamas. The celebration is expected to be tightly restricted, with reports suggesting only immediate family and close friends are attending, keeping the guest list to around 50 people. However, one notable absence will be the groom’s father, President Trump. In a Truth Social post shared one day before the ceremony, the president said his responsibilities meant he could not travel for the event. The 79-year-old wrote: “While I very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr., and the newest member of the Trump Family, his soon to be wife, Bettina, circumstances pertaining to government, and my love for the United States of America, do not allow me to do so.” He also said it was ‘important’ for him to remain at the White House during what he called ‘this important period of time’, while still offering his congratulations to the couple. Trump Jr. and Anderson have kept most details of the ceremony out of the spotlight, apparently aiming to preserve a quiet, intimate occasion. Earlier in the day, before the Truth Social announcement, President Trump told reporters he was uncertain whether he could attend, though he initially suggested he would attempt to make it. “He’d like me to go, but it’s going to be just a small little private affair,” he said, speaking to reporters earlier today (May 22). “This is not good timing for me,” he added, “Everything called Iran and other things.” He went on to add: “That’s one I can’t win on. If I do attend, I get killed. If I don’t attend, I get killed.” The upcoming ceremony will be Trump Jr.’s second marriage. He was previously married to Vanessa Trump for 12 years, before they divorced in 2018. On Wednesday (May 20), Vanessa announced she had been diagnosed with breast cancer, sharing that she is ‘staying focused and hopeful’ and leaning on family, her children, and those close to her. During their marriage, Trump Jr. and Vanessa had five children together: daughters Kai and Chloe, and sons Donald III, Tristan and Spencer. The post President Trump announces he will not attend son Don Jr.’s wedding one day before ceremony appeared first on Pulptastic.

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