| Originally posted by ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif?v=88.8) electricdruid at The fiasco continuesACTA in a Nutshell – What is ACTA? ACTA is the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. A new intellectual property enforcement treaty being negotiated by the United States, the European Community, Switzerland, and Japan, with Australia, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, Mexico, Jordan, Morocco, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Canada recently announcing that they will join in as well. Why should you care about ACTA? Initial reports indicate that the treaty will have a very broad scope and will involve new tools targeting “Internet distribution and information technology.” What is the goal of ACTA? Reportedly the goal is to create new legal standards of intellectual property enforcement, as well as increased international cooperation, an example of which would be an increase in information sharing between signatory countries’ law enforcement agencies. Essential ACTA Resources - - Read more about ACTA here: ACTA Fact Sheet
- Read the authentic version of the ACTA text as of 15 April 2011, as finalized by participating countries here: ACTA Finalized Text
- Follow the history of the treaty’s formation here: ACTA history
- Read letters from U.S. Senator Ron Wyden wherein he challenges the constitutionality of ACTA: Letter 1 | Letter 2 | Read the Administration’s Response to Wyden’s First Letter here: Response
- Watch a short informative video on ACTA: ACTA Video
- Watch a lulzy video on ACTA: Lulzy Video
Say NO to ACTA. It is essential to spread awareness and get the word out on ACTA. Via Tumblr | |
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| Title: SKY Fandom: Sexy Zone Genre: Fantasy / Friendship Rating: PG Summary: "“If I gave you the chance to wake up tomorrow and just be Marius, no matter what, would you take that chance?” ( It's The Way Of Life... )Notes: I was initially reluctant to do this but I've written a sequel to my previous fic, Orion, and I'll admit that I'm glad that I did. I absolutely adore this story and think it's a wonderful way to sum things up!! I hope you enjoy it as well~ Also, this may come as a surprise to many of you but I've decided that my love for Hey! Say! JUMP has dwindled to the point where I'm debating about leaving the fandom. I still love their music to bits though so I'd still be supporting them in that way, but in terms of writing fics and actually being in 'fandom' and the like, I don't really feel motivated to do so anymore. You might see the odd fic here and there (and it's still quite possible that you might see more than that) but my love for Chiitaro and the pairs I used to write is running low so... this might be it. But thank you soooo much to all of you who have supported me through my days writing JUMP fanfics, I'll never forget any of you or the ways in which you've all supported and inspired me :) | |
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| Title: Orion Fandom: Sexy Zone Genre: Friendship / Angst Rating: PG Summary:"To anyone else, the perks to being a Prince might seem never-ending. But to a Prince, the pros to being anyone else are infinite." ( Being 'Just Marius' )Notes: Did you miss me?? xD It's hard to believe that I've got another fic up this soon but I've been in total writing mode over the last couple of days! This is my first Sexy Zone fic and in my opinion one of my best fics yet! Not just because I think the pairing is adorable but I love the theme of this story ^^ I worked very hard on this so please let me know how I did!! | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 10 - Finishing at the Start Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( Finishing at the Start )Notes: And so the story has come to an end!! I was iffy about parts of this final chapter but I really liked others. I felt like it was a little rushed (I've been SUPER busy with school so my fic-writing time has gone down, sadly) but I won't be too judgmental; I'll leave it up to you ^^ And don't worry, this series may be over but I've got tons of ideas floating around in my head so expect more stories soon!! | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 9 - And so Begins the Future Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( And so Begins the Future )Notes: I now give you Chapter Nine!! Despite its relatively short length at just beyond 2500 words I really loved this chapter. I thought things came together really nicely, both in terms of the writing and of course, the story itself! But you'll have to read on to find out what I mean by that of course~ I'm going to tentatively declare this chapter the second-to-last of this series but considering the final chapter that I am planning will probably be quite lengthy and filled with detail, there is a chance of this series stretching on for an 11th chapter so please take the title of second-to-last chapter with a grain of salt ^^; And last but not least, please enjoy!! | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 8 - The Crossroads of Past and Present Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( The Crossroads of Past and Present )Notes: Another update~ Here's Chapter Eight... another happy-sad type of chapter. You'll have to read on to find out what the future holds for Ryutaro... | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 7 - The Opening of a Box of Memories Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( The Opening of a Box of Memories )Notes: Here's chapter Seven!! I'm tempted to say this is a predominantly sad chapter but... it has its ups and downs. Hopefully you'll enjoy? | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 6 - Chasing Doves and Distant Hearts Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( Chasing Doves and Distant Hearts )Notes: Woohoo, another update!! Not much to say on this chapter... but it is a lot longer than the rest. Keep on reading and hopefully keep on enjoying the story :) | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 5 - Ryutaro's Headaches and the Relics of Daiki's Past Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( Ryutaro's Headaches and the Relics of Daiki's Past )Notes: Better late than never, here's Chapter Five! I had planned to have this up yesterday night but a combination of a busy schedule and no time to write on Thursday kept me from doing that... Hmm... things are still progressing and mysteries seem to be showing no sign of letting up... nor do Ryutaro's headaches. Read on and enjoy!! | |
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| Title: Hoshizora Highway Chapter 4 - Silver Doves and Blooming Flowers Fandom: Hey! Say! JUMP Genre: Friendship / Romantic Comedy Rating: PG Summary: It's the end of winter break at Hoshizora Academy and classes are back in session. For Ryutaro, his friends, and his not-so-secret admirer Chinen Yuri, the semester ahead will be one they will never forget. ( Silver Doves and Blooming Flowers )Notes: Yay!! Double update this weekend and with this chapter comes not only the longest chapter (by a landslide) but also my favorite of the series thus far! And with Chapter Four here already, we are just cruising through this series~ Comments are always loved and appreciated ^^;; | |
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