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{{quote|[The Judge] said [[CSIS]] had used human sources that were unreliable. It invoked information that was outdated..."wiki-intel", plucked from reckless claims on Wikipedia. The judge also found CSIS and the federal ministers involved in breach of their duties of "good faith and candour" to the court.|Haroon Siddiqui[http://www.thestar.com/comment/article/739864]}}
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Thanks for the contribution! -- [[User:Samir_(The_Scope)|'''Samir''']]   <small>[[User_talk:Samir_(The_Scope)|धर्म]]</small> 00:57, 1 September 2006 (UTC)

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I see your DYK tie of 6 and I raise you one to 7. Have a nice day.[[User:Miller17CU94|Chris]] 12:19, 24 October 2006 (UTC)

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Thanks for your contributions! '''[[User:Nishkid64|<span style="background:#009;color:#7FFF00">Nish</span><span style="background:cyan;color:#009">kid</span>]][[User talk:Nishkid64|<span style="background:orange;color:navy blue">64</span>]]''' 22:55, 2 February 2007 (UTC)

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Thanks! '''[[User:Daniel|<span style="color:#2E82F4">Daniel</span>]]''' 06:36, 31 August 2007 (UTC)

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{{Rquote|right|Torture can never be an instrument to fight terror, for torture is an instrument of terror|Judge [[Dennis O'Connor]]<ref name="colin">Freze, Colin. [[Globe and Mail]], [http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/opinions/jailed-arab-details-ties-to-tortured-canadians/article1285350/ Jailed Arab details ties to tortured Canadians], September 11, 2009</ref>}}
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--[[User:Dravecky|Dravecky]] ([[User talk:Dravecky|talk]]) 05:41, 16 January 2009 (UTC)

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{{Rquote|right|There is every sign that Canadians are not just apathetic in the face of this abuse; most of them support it. Sometimes it seems that democracy isn't even skin-deep in this country. It vanishes at the first challenge. By sheer good luck, the challenges have never been severe enough to create major changes in our institutions, nor damage our smugness. That sense of confidence is poorly deserved and, like all illusions, more dangerous to our survival as a free country than any of the external challenges we might face.|
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|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" | I hereby award you The Original Barnstar for Your work on [[Omar Khadr]],and you are indeed very sexy for that edit. :)[[User:Kerotan|<span style="color:#FF33FF;">Kerotan</span>]][[User Talk:Kerotan|<span style="color:#FF33FF;"><sup>Leave Me a Message</sup></span>]] Have  a nice day :) 01:13, 6 February 2008 (UTC)
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|style="vertical-align: top; border-top: 1px solid gray;" | A barnstar for Sherurcij, the asexual, Mennonite Wikipedian from Ontario, for a most excellent and amusing user page rant. Thanks for that. :-) [[User:IvoShandor|IvoShandor]] ([[User talk:IvoShandor|talk]]) 14:40, 11 September 2008 (UTC)
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{{The 25 DYK Medal|Great job Sherurcij! Keep those DYK's coming. You're half way to 50. :) '''[[User:Synergy|<span style="color:#222222; font-family:Times New Roman;">Syn</span>]]'''[[User_talk:Synergy|<span style="color:#222222; font-family:Times New Roman;">ergy</span>]] 20:41, 15 May 2009 (UTC)}}
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|On [[Wikipedia:Recent_additions#November 25 2009|November 25, 2009]], '''[[:Template:Did you know|Did you know?]]''' was updated with a fact from the article '''''[[pacifism in Islam]]''''', which you created or substantially expanded. You are welcome to check how many hits your article got while on the front page <sub>([[User:Rjanag/Pageview stats|here's how]])</sub> and add it to [[WP:DYKSTATS|DYKSTATS]] if it got over 5,000. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the [[:Template talk:Did you know|Did you know? talk page]].
|} ⇌ [[User:Jake Wartenberg|<span style="color:#21421E; font-family:Harrington;">Jake</span>]] [[User talk:Jake Wartenberg|<span style="color:#21421E; font-family:Harrington;">Wartenberg</span>]] 07:42, 25 November 2009 (UTC)

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|} ⇌ [[User:Jake Wartenberg|<span style="color:#21421E; font-family:Harrington;">Jake</span>]] [[User talk:Jake Wartenberg|<span style="color:#21421E; font-family:Harrington;">Wartenberg</span>]] 16:08, 4 December 2009 (UTC)

== The 2010 WikiCup begins tomorrow! ==

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|} [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 00:00, 14 January 2010 (UTC)

==Unreferenced BLPs==
[[File:Information.svg|30px]] Hello Sherurcij! Thank you for your contributions. I am a [[WP:BOT|bot]] alerting you that '''13''' of the articles that you created   are tagged as[[Wikipedia:Biographies_of_living_persons#Sources| Unreferenced Biographies of Living Persons]]. The [[WP:BLP|biographies of living persons]] policy requires that all personal or potentially controversial information be sourced. In addition, to ensure [[WP:VERRIFY|verifiability]], all biographies should be based on [[WP:RELIABLE|reliable sources]]. If you were to bring these articles up to standards, it would greatly help us with the current ''[[:Category:All_unreferenced_BLPs|{{PAGESINCATEGORY:All_unreferenced_BLPs}}]]'' article backlog. Once the articles are adequately referenced, please remove the {{tl|unreferencedBLP}} tag. Here is the list:

# [[Lynn McAdams]] - <small>{{findsources|Lynn McAdams}}</small>
# [[Abdullah Kadhem Roweed Al-Musheikhi]] - <small>{{findsources|Abdullah Kadhem Roweed Al-Musheikhi}}</small>
# [[Mizher Abdullah Roweed Al-Musheikhi]] - <small>{{findsources|Mizher Abdullah Roweed Al-Musheikhi}}</small>
# [[Mohammed Azawi Ali]] - <small>{{findsources|Mohammed Azawi Ali}}</small>
# [[Ray Protti]] - <small>{{findsources|Ray Protti}}</small>
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# [[Assem Omar Jarrah]] - <small>{{findsources|Assem Omar Jarrah}}</small>
# [[Osama Nazir]] - <small>{{findsources|Osama Nazir}}</small>
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Thanks!--[[User:DASHBot|DASHBot]] ([[User talk:DASHBot|talk]]) 22:04, 16 January 2010 (UTC)

== McCoy page ==

Did you find anything on the KEYE references that mentions any of the referenced material? Please show me where. I couldn't find any. Thanks![[User:Victor9876|Victor9876]] ([[User talk:Victor9876|talk]]) 05:31, 19 January 2010 (UTC)

I removed the dead links for a live one for better verifiability. I didn't know your real last name is Ainslie. I went to school with an Ainslee who was English stock. A very nice person.[[User:Victor9876|Victor9876]] ([[User talk:Victor9876|talk]]) 06:28, 19 January 2010 (UTC)

==DYK nomination of Dale Nelson==
[[Image:Symbol question.svg|25px]] Hello! Your submission of [[Dale Nelson]] at the [[Template talk:DYK|Did You Know nominations page]] has been reviewed, and there still are some issues that may need to be clarified. Please review the comment(s) underneath '''{{T:TDYK|Dale Nelson|your nomination's entry}}''' and respond there as soon as possible.  Thank you for contributing to Did You Know! <!--Template:DYKproblem--> [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 00:44, 20 January 2010 (UTC)

== [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion|Nomination for deletion]] of [[:Template:CanadianTerrorism]] ==
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== DYK for Beauharnois scandal ==


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|} [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 18:00, 20 January 2010 (UTC)

== DYK nomination of List of Bin Laden sightings in the United States ==

Hello Sherurcij, I have just reviewed your '''[[Template talk:Did you know#List of Bin Laden sightings in the United States|nomination]]''' at DYK and there is an issue that needs addressing regarding the length of current prose before promotion can take place. Kindly [[User:Calmer Waters|<span style="color:black">'''''Calmer'''''</span>]] [[User talk:Calmer Waters|<span style="color:Blue">'''''Waters'''''</span>]] 01:16, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

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== DYK for Dale Nelson ==


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|On [[Wikipedia:Recent_additions#January 22 2010|January 22, 2010]], '''[[:Template:Did you know|Did you know?]]''' was updated with a fact from the article '''''[[Dale Nelson]]''''', which you created or substantially expanded. You are welcome to check how many hits your article got while on the front page <small>([[User:Rjanag/Pageview stats|here's how]], [http://stats.grok.se/en/201001/Dale_Nelson quick check] )</small> and add it to [[WP:DYKSTATS|DYKSTATS]] if it got over 5,000. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the [[:Template talk:Did you know|Did you know? talk page]].
|} [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 12:00, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:Alleged Khadr 3.png==
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If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> [[User:Stifle|Stifle]] ([[User talk:Stifle|talk]]) 12:18, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

== DYK for List of Bin Laden sightings in the United States ==


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|On [[Wikipedia:Recent_additions#January 24 2010|January 24, 2010]], '''[[:Template:Did you know|Did you know?]]''' was updated with a fact from the article '''''[[List of Bin Laden sightings in the United States]]''''', which you created or substantially expanded. You are welcome to check how many hits your article got while on the front page <small>([[User:Rjanag/Pageview stats|here's how]], [http://stats.grok.se/en/201001/List_of_Bin_Laden_sightings_in_the_United_States quick check] )</small> and add it to [[WP:DYKSTATS|DYKSTATS]] if it got over 5,000. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the [[:Template talk:Did you know|Did you know? talk page]].
|} [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 12:01, 24 January 2010 (UTC)

== DYK nomination ==

I reviewed [[T:TDYK#Mohammed Loay Bayazid]] at DYK and have some comments there. I realize that I may have come over as excessively critical in reviewing a few of your DYK nominations recently, but as they are BLPs about very sensitive subjects I think vigilance is a necessity there. Keep up the good work and I hope we'll be able to run more (alleged?) al-Qaedaists on DYK. [[User talk:Ucucha|Ucucha]] 22:33, 24 January 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:2004 RCMP Briefing Note regarding Abdullah Khadr.PNG==
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If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> [[User:Killiondude|Killiondude]] ([[User talk:Killiondude|talk]]) 08:14, 27 January 2010 (UTC)

== DYK for Mohammed Loay Bayazid ==


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|} [[WP:Did you know|The DYK project]] 12:01, 27 January 2010 (UTC)

== DYK for Nanawatai ==


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|On [[Wikipedia:Recent_additions#January 30 2010|January 30, 2010]], '''[[:Template:Did you know|Did you know?]]''' was updated with a fact from the article '''''[[Nanawatai]]''''', which you created or substantially expanded. You are welcome to check how many hits your article got while on the front page <small>([[User:Rjanag/Pageview stats|here's how]], [http://stats.grok.se/en/201001/Nanawatai quick check] )</small> and add it to [[WP:DYKSTATS|DYKSTATS]] if it got over 5,000. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the [[:Template talk:Did you know|Did you know? talk page]].
|} [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 06:00, 30 January 2010 (UTC)

==WikiCup 2010 January newsletter==
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We are half way through round one of the WikiCup. We've had some shakeups regarding late entries, flag changes and early dropouts, but the competition is now established- there will be no more flag changes or new competitors. Congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}}, our current leader, who, at the time of writing, has more listed points than {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Hunter Kahn}} and  {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}} (second and third place respectively) combined. A special well done also goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Fetchcomms}}- his artcle [[Jewel Box (St. Louis, Missouri)]] was the first content to score points in the competition.

Around half of competitors are yet to score. Please remember to submit content soon after it is promoted, so that the judges are able to review entries. 64 of the 149 current competitors will advance to round 2- if you currently have no points, do not worry, as over half of the current top 64 have under 50 points. Everyone needs to get their entries in now to guarantee their places in round 2! If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, and you hope to get it promoted before the end of the round, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, by email or on IRC. Good luck! [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Garden|Garden]], [[User:iMatthew|iMatthew]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] <small>Delivered by [[User:JCbot|JCbot]] ([[User talk:JCbot|talk]]) at 00:20, 1 February 2010 (UTC)</small>
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== dyk hook problems ==
Hi, could you address problems with you dyk hook [[T:TDYK#Ahmad_Ibrahim_al-Sayyid_al-Naggar|'''here''']]? Thanks, —[[User:Mattisse|<span style="color:navy;">'''Mattisse'''</span>]] ([[User talk:Mattisse|Talk]]) 16:58, 6 February 2010 (UTC)

==[[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|Speedy deletion]] nomination of [[:File:Yelizaveta mironova.jpg]]==
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==Friendly notice==
Hi, this is a [[Wikipedia:CANVASS#Friendly_notices|friendly notice]] from me that a discussion is taking place [[Talk:David_Gunn (doctor)#Christian terrorist|here]] in which you might be interested. [[User:Groupthink|Groupthink]] ([[User talk:Groupthink|talk]]) 22:51, 8 February 2010 (UTC)

==[[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|Speedy deletion]] nomination of [[:File:VOss-Goebbels.jpg]]==
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== Proposed Article Merger ==
==Merge discussion for [[Habib_Ali_al-Jiffri ]]==
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== DYK for Ahmad Ibrahim al-Sayyid al-Naggar ==

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|On [[Wikipedia:Recent_additions#February 10 2010|February 10, 2010]], '''[[:Template:Did you know|Did you know?]]''' was updated with a fact from the article '''''[[Ahmad Ibrahim al-Sayyid al-Naggar]]''''', which you created or substantially expanded. You are welcome to check how many hits your article got while on the front page <small>([[User:Rjanag/Pageview stats|here's how]], [http://stats.grok.se/en/201002/Ahmad_Ibrahim_al-Sayyid_al-Naggar quick check] )</small> and add it to [[WP:DYKSTATS|DYKSTATS]] if it got over 5,000. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the [[:Template talk:Did you know|Did you know? talk page]].
|} [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 00:01, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

== Rama RFC ==

Would you mind adding some links to your statement for readers who are not aware of the user's conduct at Commons ? Thanks. [[User:Abecedare|Abecedare]] ([[User talk:Abecedare|talk]]) 03:31, 11 February 2010 (UTC)


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==[[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Eutímio Guerra]]==
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* '''Since you created the article 4 years ago''', I wanted to let you know about the recent proposal. I have added a paragraph of the incident to the relevant article (Che Guevara) and thus deem this one unnecessary and failing general [[WP:Notability]] guidelines. However, I am open to counter arguments. &nbsp;&nbsp;[[User:Redthoreau|<font color="#FF3333">'''Red'''</font><font color="#FFCC00">'''thoreau'''</font>]] [[User:Redthoreau|--]] ([[User talk:Redthoreau|talk]]) 23:44, 15 February 2010 (UTC)

== Mugshot at  Majid Khan (Guantanamo captive 10020) ==

Please do not replace this picture again, it is a clear BLP issue, if you want to insert it, please  discuss and seek support on the [[WP:BLPN]] . Thanks. [[User:Off2riorob|Off2riorob]] ([[User talk:Off2riorob|talk]]) 01:09, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
==I'm confused==
As to your recent edits, erasing (though I had reflected them) any semblance of [http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-02-02/bomb-plotter-ressam-s-sentence-is-thrown-out-by-appeals-court.html this] major part of the [[Ahmed Ressam]] story -- why would you delete the fact that this month a US court of Appeals rule he "must be resentenced because his 22-year prison term was too short"?  My most edit had fixed the failure of the article to properly reflect that, and now you've deleted mention of it. --[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:20, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
:Tx.  You may want to work in mention of AQ ... see for example [http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/washingtonpost/access/90175015.html?dids=90175015:90175015&FMT=ABS&FMTS=ABS:FT&type=current&date=Nov+16%2C+2001&author=Michael+Dobbs+and+Peter+Behr&pub=The+Washington+Post&desc=Analysts+Debate+Next+Weapon+in+Al+Qaeda+Arsenal%3B+Panel+Finds+Terrorists+More+Likely+to+Possess+Radioactive+%27Dirty+Bombs%27+Than+Nuclear+Weapons&pqatl=google this] and [http://www.nytimes.com/2001/09/30/world/nation-challenged-bin-laden-s-network-al-qaeda-sprawling-hard-spot-web.html?pagewanted=all this]--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:31, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
::And here are some good source docs ... the article is mighty thin on the facts ... his [http://nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/FeaturedDocs/U.S._v_Ressam_indictment.pdf indictment], [http://nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/FeaturedDocs/U.S._v_Ressam_DOJPRConviction.pdf press release] on his conviction on all counts, the recent [http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/US_v_Ressam_9thcircuitappeals0210.pdf opinion] by the court of appeals, and [http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/US_v_ressam_dojprapp0210.pdf DOJ's release] on the decision.  Cheers.--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:37, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
:::Also, I think that that info most certainly belongs in the intro, as 1) the intro is small and can handle another sentence, and 2) this qualifies the information in the intro -- and the reader should be able to walk away from the intro w/a sense as to the current state of play (not the case as the intro now stands).--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:39, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
Happy to work w/you on it.  Agree the article needs a lot of work.  Sorry that we have to start with a second disagreement.  The intro should not indicate as it does what his sentence is without informing the reader that it is being extended.  I don't think that many would disagree with that, and am happy for us to take it to the appropriate noticeboard if you like.  It's a pretty basic issue.  You already have recognized that his sentence is lead-notable.  The fact that the number that you put in is ''not'' the real number is a no-no that I believe must be corrected by reference to the fact that it is being reviewed for extension (not those words, but more artful ones).  And it doesn't matter that this happened after 10 years ... the wheels of justice are slow, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't correct the misimpression that the lede leaves one with.  There is language in the DOJ release at his conviction, btw, as to what they thought the case was a "first" for.  As to the other things you want to put in the lede, their fine as well -- ledes can be as long as four paras.  What we have here is a stub (and misleading) lede, and a stub article.  IMHO, of course.--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:52, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
==May 2004 warnings==
I would have to look at each article (which I'm not likely to do), but your add may not be that relevant to some of them.  The warnings do more than one thing, along with the press conference relating to them.  They ID'd the seven most sought AQ.  The press conference spoke of the imminence of threats.  Where the second point is the issue, your addition makes good sense.  Where not, not so much imho (slightly off-topic Dem/Rep typical spatting about imminence of threat where that is not the issue in the article).  Best.

== DYK for Bomb-making instructions on the internet ==


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|On [[Wikipedia:Recent_additions#February 23 2010|February 23, 2010]], '''[[:Template:Did you know|Did you know?]]''' was updated with a fact from the article '''''[[Bomb-making instructions on the internet]]''''', which you created or substantially expanded. You are welcome to check how many hits your article got while on the front page <small>([[User:Rjanag/Pageview stats|here's how]], [http://stats.grok.se/en/201002/Bomb-making_instructions_on_the_internet quick check] )</small> and add it to [[WP:DYKSTATS|DYKSTATS]] if it got over 5,000. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the [[:Template talk:Did you know|Did you know? talk page]].
|}  [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 00:13, 23 February 2010 (UTC)

== Talkback ==

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--[[User:Ysangkok|Ysangkok]] ([[User talk:Ysangkok|talk]]) 22:30, 23 February 2010 (UTC)

==WikiCup 2010 February newsletter==
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Round one is over, and round two has begun! Congratulations to the 64 contestants who have made it through, but well done and thank you to all contestants who took part in our first round. A special well done goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}}, our round one winner (1010 points), and to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Hunter Kahn}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}}, who were second and third respectively (640 points/605 points). Sasata was awarded the most points for both good articles (300 points) and featured articles (600 points), and TonyTheTiger was awarded the most for featured topics (225 points), while Hunter Kahn claimed the most for good topics (70). {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Staxringold}} claimed the most featured lists (240 points) and featured pictures (35 points), {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Geschichte}} claimed the most for ''Did you know?'' entries (490 points), {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Jujutacular}} claimed the most for featured sounds (70 points) and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Candlewicke}} claimed the most for ''In the news'' entries (40 points). No one claimed a featured portal or valued picture.

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== Finnish Girl ==

You might like this. Out of curiosity I did some Wiki-ing on the jpg file name. I don't speak a word of Finnish so I might be way off here:

: Seitajärvellä 7. heinäkuuta 1944 partisaanit ottivat taloista ruokaa ja pyyheliinoja
: 7 July 1944, Seitajärvellä Partisans deprived of shelter, food and proper clothing
::Seitajärvellä, also Seitajärven - ? a Finnish ethnic group ?
::heinäkuu - July 
::partisaani - partisan 
::ottivat - to deprive, bereave; take 
::taloista - houses, buildings 
::ruokaa - food; meal 
::ja - and 
::pyyheliina - towel; towelling, terry cloth ? 

Significance of 7 July 1944:
: 7. heinäkuuta – Neuvostoliittolaiset partisaanit tuhosivat Seitajärven kylän Savukoskella ja tappoivat 14 kylän asukasta. 
: 7 July - Soviet partisans devastate Seitajärven villages in Savukoskella and murder 14 inhabitants.
::Neuvostoliittolaiset - Soviet 
::tuhota - damage, destroy, devastate ; tuhopolttaja - arsonist ; tuhopoltto - arson 
::Seitajärven - ? an ethnic group ?
::kylä - village 
::Savukoski - area in eastern Lappland
::tappo - manslaughter
::asukas - inhabitant, dweller 
There were two wars between Finland and Soviet Union. Winter War and Continuation War so 1944 would put the image in the Continuation War. What a brave little country. It's interesting they only declassified it in 2006.

She was a probably rape victim as you suggest, the cloths and the notation for July 7 seem to indicate that. The jpg name seems to imply she's a Finnish partisan maybe killed in action. Confusing. A terrible loss of a precious life but the photo doesn't really humiliate her that I can tell. A good lithmus test, ''If it was me, maybe I wouldn't mind if people saw me like that''. It might be a good image to use, though it might be an emotional thing for some Finns. 

The baby image is disturbing but if you don't mind readers losing their cookies then go for it. I personally think that would be wrong but whatever. The Ripper picture - nice.     [[User:Slightsmile|Slightsmile]] ([[User talk:Slightsmile|talk]]) 22:12, 5 March 2010 (UTC)Slightsmile

As I look at it some more, I think that:
:Seitajärvellä 7. heinäkuuta 1944 partisaanit ottivat taloista ruokaa ja pyyheliinoja 
probably should read: 
:Seitajärvellä 7 July 1944 Partisans deprived of shelter, food and proper clothing 
So maybe she's a Russian partisan?     [[User:Slightsmile|Slightsmile]] ([[User talk:Slightsmile|talk]]) 23:46, 5 March 2010 (UTC)Slightsmile

==DYK Alexander McLeod==
I have promoted it to the prep area, but. Could you please add years all around the article. It is unclear when many events took place. I am particularly keen to add a year (or estimate if not known) to the DYK hook - or some folks might think it was a recent event :-) [[User:Materialscientist|Materialscientist]] ([[User talk:Materialscientist|talk]]) 07:50, 10 March 2010 (UTC)

==Attacks in the article [[:Elaine Parent]]==
[[Image:Circle-style-warning.svg|30px|left|Warning]] Please do not make personal attacks&#32;as you did at [[:Elaine Parent]]. Wikipedia has a strict policy against [[Wikipedia:No personal attacks|personal attacks]]. [[Wikipedia:Attack_page|Attack pages]] and images '''are not tolerated''' by Wikipedia and are [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedily deleted]]. Users who continue to create or repost such pages and images, especially those in violation of our [[Wikipedia:biographies of living persons|biographies of living persons]] policy, will be [[Wikipedia:Blocking policy|blocked]] from editing Wikipedia. Thank you.<!-- Template:Attack --> [[User:David in DC|David in DC]] ([[User talk:David in DC|talk]]) 22:29, 10 March 2010 (UTC)
:I declined the speedy. The article does need sourcing if you've the time. Cheers, [[User:Dlohcierekim|<span style="color:#00ff00;">  Dloh</span>]][[User_talk:Dlohcierekim|<span style="color:#bb00bb;">cierekim </span>]] 23:28, 10 March 2010 (UTC)
:: And I screwed up.  I'm sorry. I meant to use the template that warns people who worked on a page that I'd put it up for speedy delete. Please find the nearest trout and slap me. [[User:David in DC|David in DC]] ([[User talk:David in DC|talk]]) 12:02, 11 March 2010 (UTC)
:::lol, it's not even my article. [[User:Sherurcij|Sherurcij]] <sup>([[User_talk:Sherurcij|speaker for the dead]]) </sup> 18:05, 11 March 2010 (UTC)

==DYK for Alexander McLeod==

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==WikiCup 2010 March newsletter==
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We're half way through round two, and everything is running smoothly. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Hunter Kahn}} leads overall with 650 points this round, and heads pool B. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}} currently leads pool C, dubbed the "Group of Death", which has a only a single contestant yet to score this round (the fewest of any group), as well five contestants over 100 points (the most). With a month still to go, as well as 16 wildcard places, everything is still to play for. Anything you worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].

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== Stop your edit war ==
These topics have been discussed on various talk pages. [[User:Iqinn|IQinn]] ([[User talk:Iqinn|talk]]) 19:28, 19 April 2010 (UTC)
:And with no consensus to remove entire sections from articles, which you have been doing for days unchecked. Get consensus to butcher an article '''first''', ''then'' butcher it. [[User:Sherurcij|Sherurcij]] <sup>([[User_talk:Sherurcij|speaker for the dead]]) </sup> 19:30, 19 April 2010 (UTC)
::There have been discussions read the relevant talk pages and take part in the discussions instead of edit warring. [[User:Iqinn|IQinn]] ([[User talk:Iqinn|talk]]) 19:32, 19 April 2010 (UTC)
:::Stop your edit war. This has been discussed including the Administrator noticeboard. [[User:Iqinn|IQinn]] ([[User talk:Iqinn|talk]]) 19:39, 19 April 2010 (UTC)
:::You have removed large swaths of information from the tribunal of Ahmed Tourson here, [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ahmad_Tourson&curid=5042185&diff=357048393&oldid=357046184 1], can you show me any talk page discussion that resulted in consensus for you to do so...or any talk page discussion on his article at all? No, you have simply removed large swaths of verifiable information autonomously. I will continue to undo your mass deletions where you lack consensus on the talk page of an article. If an article has an ongoing discussion, I will leave it alone and hope you will do the same.  [[User:Sherurcij|Sherurcij]] <sup>([[User_talk:Sherurcij|speaker for the dead]]) </sup>

::::You should stop your revert war now. You reverting edits concerning various topics please read the relevant talk page discussions. [[User:Iqinn|IQinn]] ([[User talk:Iqinn|talk]]) 19:42, 19 April 2010 (UTC)
:::::IQ--Looks to me that Sheru is giving you diffs, and you are so far giving him generalities that you've not substantiated with diffs.  It might perhaps help the discussion advance if you were to give diffs as well, reflecting the basis for your position.--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:34, 20 April 2010 (UTC)

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== WikiCup 2010 April newsletter ==

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Round two is over, and we are down to our final 32. For anyone interested in the final standings (though not arranged by group) [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/Standings&oldid=359235905 this] page has been compiled. Congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Hunter Kahn}}, our clear overall round winner, and to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|ThinkBlue}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Arsenikk}}, who were solidly second and third respectively. There were a good number of high scorers this round- competition was certainly tough! Round three begins tomorrow, but anything promoted after the end of round two is eligible for points. 16 contestants (eight pool leaders and eight wildcards) will progress to round four in two months- things are really starting to get competitive. Anything you worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].

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:addressed above [[user:billinghurst|billinghurst]] ''<span style="font-size:smaller">[[user talk:billinghurst|sDrewth]]</span>'' 05:51, 8 May 2010 (UTC)

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:Please bear in mind that [[WP:ICT|boiler-plate tags]] are insufficient as [[WP:FUG|fair-use rationale]].   DO NOT remove the deletion tags until you have provided adequate fair use rationale.  -<span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 04:45, 3 May 2010 
::Neither rely on boilerplate tags, both have individual rationales. [[User:Sherurcij|Sherurcij]] <sup>([[User_talk:Sherurcij|speaker for the dead]]) </sup> 04:55, 3 May 2010 (UTC)
:::Please carefully read [[WP:IUP]], [[WP:FUG]], [[WP:ICT]], and the license tags you applied yourself.  They will all tell you that a separate fair use rationale is required.  Also, refrain from removing the deletion tags if you have not provided adequate fair use rationale as such is considered disruptive editing.  This your last warning; continue to remove deletion tags and I will not hesitate to block you from editing.  -<span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 05:31, 3 May 2010 (UTC)
::::I've threatened to block you before?  Why don't I remember this?  hm.  Ignore please.  -<span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 05:58, 8 May 2010 (UTC)

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==Fair use rationale for File:Essam Marzouk Fake Saudi P assport Photo.JPG==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Essam Marzouk Canadian Entry Stamp.JPG==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Thomas Bernard Brigham.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Ali-Abdul-Aziz-Ali.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Alleged Khadr 3.png==
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==Disputed non-free use rationale for File:2004 RCMP Briefing Note regarding Abdullah Khadr.PNG==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Barentsz coins.png==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Munich RAF bombing.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:RAF funeral.jpg==
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==File source problem with File:Al-Fallujah-destruction.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:AQ fallujah school.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:MCReynolds-yearbook.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Vladimir Khodov.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:CharlesEggleston.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:SeppAllerberger.jpg==
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==File source problem with File:Elaine-Dixon-1.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:WilhelmMiklasPic.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:David Fraser.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:E-Kempka.jpg==
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==File source problem with File:HagiFiz2.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:JanKubis.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Niederhagen Camp.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Erna-vgnett.jpg==
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==File source problem with File:Bscap007.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Georges Sada.jpg==
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== File:CarFax-Atta.jpg listed for deletion ==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Fisherring.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:ClareChenn.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Thompson-colburne-1998.jpg==
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If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:09, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:Currituck.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:August hirt-m.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:August Hirt.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Tibetahnenerbe1.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Bernardo-Tammy.jpg==
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==Fair use rationale for File:Uredd marker.jpg==
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==File source problem with File:ShawnGibson.jpg==
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Thank you for uploading '''[[:File:ShawnGibson.jpg]]'''. I noticed that the file's description page currently doesn't specify who created the content, so the [[copyright]] status is unclear. If you did not create this file yourself, you will need to specify the owner of the copyright. If you obtained it from a website, please add a link to the website from which it was taken, together with a brief restatement of that website's terms of use of its content. However, if the copyright holder is a party unaffiliated from the website's publisher, that copyright should also be acknowledged.

If you have uploaded other files, consider verifying that you have specified sources for those files as well. You can find a list of files you have created [{{fullurl:Special:Log|type=upload&user=Sherurcij}} in your upload log]. '''Unsourced and untagged images may be deleted one week after they have been tagged''' per Wikipedia's [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|criteria for speedy deletion]], [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F4|F4]]. If the image is [[Wikipedia:Copyrights|copyrighted]] and [[Wikipedia:Non-free content|non-free]], '''the image will be deleted 48 hours after 19:11, 7 May 2010 (UTC)''' per [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] criterion [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F7|F7]]. If you have any questions or are in need of assistance please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:Media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no source-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:11, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==File source problem with File:TigerForceInSongVeValley.jpg==
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Thank you for uploading '''[[:File:TigerForceInSongVeValley.jpg]]'''. I noticed that the file's description page currently doesn't specify who created the content, so the [[copyright]] status is unclear. If you did not create this file yourself, you will need to specify the owner of the copyright. If you obtained it from a website, please add a link to the website from which it was taken, together with a brief restatement of that website's terms of use of its content. However, if the copyright holder is a party unaffiliated from the website's publisher, that copyright should also be acknowledged.

If you have uploaded other files, consider verifying that you have specified sources for those files as well. You can find a list of files you have created [{{fullurl:Special:Log|type=upload&user=Sherurcij}} in your upload log]. '''Unsourced and untagged images may be deleted one week after they have been tagged''' per Wikipedia's [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|criteria for speedy deletion]], [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F4|F4]]. If the image is [[Wikipedia:Copyrights|copyrighted]] and [[Wikipedia:Non-free content|non-free]], '''the image will be deleted 48 hours after 19:11, 7 May 2010 (UTC)''' per [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] criterion [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F7|F7]]. If you have any questions or are in need of assistance please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:Media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no source-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:11, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==File permission problem with File:SamYbarra.jpg==
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Thanks for uploading '''[[:File:SamYbarra.jpg]]'''. I noticed that while you provided a valid copyright licensing tag, there is no proof that the creator of the file agreed to license it under the given license. 

If you created this media entirely yourself but have previously published it elsewhere (especially online), please either 
* make a note permitting reuse under the [[WP:CC-BY-SA|CC-BY-SA]] or another acceptable free license (see [[Wikipedia:Image copyright tags/Free licenses|this list]]) '''at the site of the original publication'''; or
* Send an email from an address associated with the original publication to '''{{NoSpamEmail|permissions-en|wikimedia.org}}''', stating your ownership of the material and your intention to publish it under a free license. You can find a sample permission letter [[WP:CONSENT|here]].

If you did not create it entirely yourself, please ask the person who created the file to take one of the two steps listed above, or if the owner of the file has already given their permission to you via email, please forward that email to '''{{NoSpamEmail|permissions-en|wikimedia.org}}'''. 

If you believe the media meets the criteria at [[Wikipedia:Non-free content]], use a tag such as {{tlp|non-free fair use in|article name}} or one of the other tags listed at [[Wikipedia:Image copyright tags#Fair use]], and add a [[WP:NFURG|rationale]] justifying the file's use on the article or articles where it is included. See [[Wikipedia:Image copyright tags]] for the full list of copyright tags that you can use.

If you have uploaded other files, consider checking that you have provided evidence that their copyright owners have agreed to license their works under the tags you supplied, too. You can find a list of files you have created in [{{fullurl:Special:Log|type=upload&user=Sherurcij}} your upload log]. '''Files lacking evidence of permission may be deleted one week after they have been tagged''', as described on [[wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Files|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:Media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no permission-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:11, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:WaldemarHoven.jpg==
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Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:WaldemarHoven.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:WaldemarHoven.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:13, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:AdnanBukhari.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:AdnanBukhari.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:AdnanBukhari.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:13, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:DanielGuntherInBosnia.jpg==
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Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:DanielGuntherInBosnia.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:DanielGuntherInBosnia.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:13, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:Billclennett.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:Billclennett.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:Billclennett.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:14, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:HaniHanjourSecTape.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:HaniHanjourSecTape.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:HaniHanjourSecTape.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:14, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:NOrmanMeyer.gif==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:NOrmanMeyer.gif]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:NOrmanMeyer.gif|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:14, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==File source problem with File:Glennandreotta.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thank you for uploading '''[[:File:Glennandreotta.jpg]]'''. I noticed that the file's description page currently doesn't specify who created the content, so the [[copyright]] status is unclear. If you did not create this file yourself, you will need to specify the owner of the copyright. If you obtained it from a website, please add a link to the website from which it was taken, together with a brief restatement of that website's terms of use of its content. However, if the copyright holder is a party unaffiliated from the website's publisher, that copyright should also be acknowledged.

If you have uploaded other files, consider verifying that you have specified sources for those files as well. You can find a list of files you have created [{{fullurl:Special:Log|type=upload&user=Sherurcij}} in your upload log]. '''Unsourced and untagged images may be deleted one week after they have been tagged''' per Wikipedia's [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|criteria for speedy deletion]], [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F4|F4]]. If the image is [[Wikipedia:Copyrights|copyrighted]] and [[Wikipedia:Non-free content|non-free]], '''the image will be deleted 48 hours after 19:15, 7 May 2010 (UTC)''' per [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] criterion [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F7|F7]]. If you have any questions or are in need of assistance please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:Media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no source-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:15, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==File source problem with File:Americal patch.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thank you for uploading '''[[:File:Americal patch.jpg]]'''. I noticed that the file's description page currently doesn't specify who created the content, so the [[copyright]] status is unclear. If you did not create this file yourself, you will need to specify the owner of the copyright. If you obtained it from a website, please add a link to the website from which it was taken, together with a brief restatement of that website's terms of use of its content. However, if the copyright holder is a party unaffiliated from the website's publisher, that copyright should also be acknowledged.

If you have uploaded other files, consider verifying that you have specified sources for those files as well. You can find a list of files you have created [{{fullurl:Special:Log|type=upload&user=Sherurcij}} in your upload log]. '''Unsourced and untagged images may be deleted one week after they have been tagged''' per Wikipedia's [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|criteria for speedy deletion]], [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F4|F4]]. If the image is [[Wikipedia:Copyrights|copyrighted]] and [[Wikipedia:Non-free content|non-free]], '''the image will be deleted 48 hours after 19:15, 7 May 2010 (UTC)''' per [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] criterion [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F7|F7]]. If you have any questions or are in need of assistance please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:Media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no source-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:15, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:WernerGoldberg.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:WernerGoldberg.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:WernerGoldberg.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:15, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:OperationMegaphone.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:OperationMegaphone.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:OperationMegaphone.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:16, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==File source problem with File:CrewofU-47.jpg==
[[File:Copyright-problem.svg|64px|left]]
Thank you for uploading '''[[:File:CrewofU-47.jpg]]'''. I noticed that the file's description page currently doesn't specify who created the content, so the [[copyright]] status is unclear. If you did not create this file yourself, you will need to specify the owner of the copyright. If you obtained it from a website, please add a link to the website from which it was taken, together with a brief restatement of that website's terms of use of its content. However, if the copyright holder is a party unaffiliated from the website's publisher, that copyright should also be acknowledged.

If you have uploaded other files, consider verifying that you have specified sources for those files as well. You can find a list of files you have created [{{fullurl:Special:Log|type=upload&user=Sherurcij}} in your upload log]. '''Unsourced and untagged images may be deleted one week after they have been tagged''' per Wikipedia's [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|criteria for speedy deletion]], [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F4|F4]]. If the image is [[Wikipedia:Copyrights|copyrighted]] and [[Wikipedia:Non-free content|non-free]], '''the image will be deleted 48 hours after 19:16, 7 May 2010 (UTC)''' per [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] criterion [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#F7|F7]]. If you have any questions or are in need of assistance please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:Media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no source-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:16, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:AyatAl-Akhras.jpg==
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Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:AyatAl-Akhras.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:AyatAl-Akhras.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:16, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

==Fair use rationale for File:KurtStudent.jpg==
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Thanks for uploading or contributing to '''[[:File:KurtStudent.jpg]]'''. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]] but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to [[:File:KurtStudent.jpg|the file description page]] and edit it to include a [[Wikipedia:Non-free use rationale guideline|fair use rationale]].

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Images.2FMedia|criteria for speedy deletion]]. If you have any questions please ask them at the [[Wikipedia:media copyright questions|Media copyright questions page]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Di-no fair use rationale-notice --> <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:17, 7 May 2010 (UTC)
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== Your File Uploads ==

Considering that a number of [[WP:NFC|non-free]] files you uploaded have perfect [[WP:FUG|fair use rationales]], which you yourself added, I am inclined to believe that you know exactly what constitutes a valid fair-use rationale, but are simply electing not to add that information for whatever reason you may have.  At any rate, this is ''extremely'' disruptive.  Consider yourself warned.  If you upload another file lacking sufficient fair-use rationale OR remove a deletion tag from a file you have uploaded without first providing sufficient fair-use rationale, source information, ect., I ''will not'' hesitate to block you from editing.  -<span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 19:24, 7 May 2010 (UTC)

:If this text was added to my user page, I would take offence at both the words used, and the attitude.  Fastily, I am not sure what other baggage exists or event has occurred, however, at this point, it would seem that you are too close to the subject matter. [[user:billinghurst|billinghurst]] ''<span style="font-size:smaller">[[user talk:billinghurst|sDrewth]]</span>'' 04:57, 8 May 2010 (UTC)
::Ditto.--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 05:08, 8 May 2010 (UTC)
:::If you all don't mind, I'd appreciate it if you would stay out of this.  I'm aware Sherurcij has asked for your opinions but I'd appreciate it if you would let me discuss this matter with Sherurcij alone.  I have asked him to email me so we can work out an agreement. Thanks, <span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 05:10, 8 May 2010 (UTC)
::::Check your email.  -<span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS;">'''[[User:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;"><big>F</big><small>ASTILY<sub>sock</sub></small></span>]]'''<sup><small>[[User talk:Fastily|<span style="color:#4B0082;">(T<small>ALK</small>)</span>]]</small></sup></span> 05:40, 8 May 2010 (UTC)
:::":Fastily -- you're way out of line.  Completely.  Please live up to your sysop responsibilities.  I never mind anyone asking me if there has been off-wiki conversation w/me on a subject.  You didn't do that.  Instead, you directed a snarky, non-AGF, lie at me.  How many wp:admin violations is that in one?  Nobody -- not Sheru, nor anyone else -- directed me to this.  So I'm expecting to see an immediate corrective comments or redaction.  That's totally uncalled for, and on top of your first issue with tone above, suggests that you might want to reconsider what you've typed before you hit send in the future.  Billing gave you excellent advice.  You would do well to heed it.  We just lost an effective sysop this week because he couldn't hold his tongue.  You can do excellent work; you just would do better work if you followed wp:civil and wp:agf.--[[User:Epeefleche|Epeefleche]] ([[User talk:Epeefleche|talk]]) 06:30, 8 May 2010 (UTC)

== Featured article review  [[Ziad Jarrah]] ==

Hi Sheru, there is a discussion here. [[Wikipedia:Featured article review/Ziad Jarrah/archive2
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia]] [[User:Tpbradbury|Tom B]] ([[User talk:Tpbradbury|talk]]) 13:09, 29 May 2010 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2010 May newsletter ==

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We are half way through round 3, with a little under a month to go. The current overall leader is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}}, who has 570 points. He leads pool C. Pools A, B and D are led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Hunter Kahn}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|White Shadows}} respectively. Anything you worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].

Two of last year's final 8, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Theleftorium}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Scorpion0422}}, have dropped out of the competition, saying they would rather their place went to someone who will have more time on their hands than them next round. On a related note, a special thank you goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|White Shadows}} for his help behind the scenes once again. There is currently a problem with the poster, perhaps caused by the new skin- take a look at [[Wikipedia_talk:CUP#Poster|this discussion]] and see if you can help. The competition has continued to tick over well with minimal need for judge intervention, so thank you to everyone making that possible. Good luck to all! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Fox|Fox]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 20:53, 31 May 2010 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion|Articles for deletion]] nomination of [[:Nabeel al-Bora'i]] ==

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== WikiCup 2010 June newsletter ==

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We're half way through 2010, and the end of the WikiCup is in sight! Round 3 is over, and we're down to our final 16. Our pool winners were {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Ian Rose}} (A), {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}} (B, and the round's overall leader), {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|ThinkBlue}} (C) {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Casliber}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}} (D, joint), but, with the scores reset, everything is to play for in our last pooled round. The pools will be up before midnight tonight, and have been selected randomly by J Milburn. This will be the toughest round yet, and so, as ever, anything you worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].

Though unaffiliated with the WikiCup, July sees the [[Wikipedia:The Great Wikipedia Dramaout/3rd|third Great Wikipedia Dramaout]]- a project with not dissimilar goals to the WikiCup. Everyone is welcome to take part and do their bit to contribute to the encyclopedia itself.

If you're interested in the scores for the last round of the Cup, please take a look at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/Round 3]] and [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/Full/Round 3]]. Our thanks go to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Stone}} for compiling these. As was predicted, Group C ended up the "Group of Death", with 670 points required for second place, and, therefore, automatic promotion. This round will probably be even tougher- again, the top two from each of the two groups will make it through, while the twelve remaining participants will compete for four wildcard places- good luck everyone! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Fox|Fox]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]]
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== WikiCup 2010 July newsletter ==

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We are half-way through our penultimate round, and nothing is yet certain. Pool A, currently led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}} has ended up the more competitive, with three contestants ({{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}}) scoring over 500 points already. Pool B is led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Casliber}}, who has also scored well over 500. The top two from each pool, as well as the next four highest scorers regardless of pool, will make it through to our final eight. As ever, anything you worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].

Planning has begun for the 2011 WikiCup, with open discussions concerning [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup#Proposed change (for next year, of course)|scoring]] and [[Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup#Flags_for_2011|flags]] for next year's competition. Contributions to those discussions would be appreciated, especially concerning the flags, as next year's signups cannot begin until the flag issue has been resolved. Signups will hopefully open at some point in this round, with discussion about possible changing in the scoring/process opening some time afterwards. 

Earlier this round, we said goodbye to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Hunter Kahn}}, who has bowed out to spend more time on the book he is authoring with his wife. We wish him all the best. In other news, the start of this round also saw some WikiCup awards sent out by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Suomi Finland 2009}}. We appreciate his enthusiasm, and contestants are of course welcome to award each other prizes as they see fit, but rest assured that we will be sending out "official" awards at the end of the competition. <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Fox|Fox]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 22:46, 31 July 2010 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2010 August newsletter ==

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We have our final eight! The best of luck to those who remain. A bumper newsletter this week as we start our home straight.

*Pool A's winner was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}}. Awarded the top score overall this round, Sturmvogel_66 writes primarily on [[military history]], favouring [[Naval warfare]].
*Pool B's winner was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Casliber}}. Awarded the top score for featured articles this round, Casliber writes primarily on natural sciences, especially [[botany]] and [[ornithology]].
*Pool A's close second was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}}. Awarded the top score for featured pictures this round, Sasata writes primarily on natural sciences, favouring [[mycology]].
*Pool B's close second was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|ThinkBlue}}. Awarded the top score for good articles and topics this round, ThinkBlue primarily writes content related to television and film, including ''[[30 Rock]]''.
*The first wildcard was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}}. Awarded the top score for did you knows and valued pictures this round, TonyTheTiger writes on a number of topics, including [[baseball]], [[American football]] and [[Chicago]].
*The second wildcard was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|White Shadows}}. Someone who has helped the Cup behind the scenes all year, White Shadows said "I'm still in shock that I made it this far" and writes primarily on [[Naval warfare]], especially [[U-boat]]s.
*The third wildcard was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Staxringold}}. Awarded the top score for featured lists and topics this round, Staxringold primarily writes on sport and television, including [[baseball]] and ''[[30 Rock]]''.
*The fourth wildcard was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|William S. Saturn}}. Entering the final eight only on the final day of the round, William S. Saturn writes on a number of topics, mostly related to [[Texas]].

We say goodbye to the six who fell at the final hurdle. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Geschichte}} only just missed out on a place in the final eight. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Resolute}} was not far behind. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Candlewicke}} was awarded top points for in the news this round. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Gary King}} contributed a variety of did you know articles. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Suomi Finland 2009}} said "I'm surprised to have survived so far into the competition", but was extactic to see Finland in the semi-finals. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Arsenikk}} did not score this round, but has scored highly in previous rounds. We also say goodbye to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Ian Rose}}, who withdrew earlier this month after spending six weeks overseas. Anyone interested in this round's results can see them [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010|here]] and [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/Full/Round 4|here]]. Thank you to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Stone}} for these.

[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2011 signups|Signups for next year's competition are now open]]. Planning is ongoing, with a key discussion about [[Wikipedia_talk:CUP#Judges_for_next_year|judges for next year]] open. Discussion about how next year's scoring will work is ongoing, and thoughts are more than welcome at [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring]]. Also, TonyTheTiger is compiling some information and statistics on the finalists [[User:TonyTheTiger/sandbox/cup|here]]- the final eight are encouraged to add themselves to the list.

Our final eight will play it out for two months, after which we will know 2010's WikiCup winner, and a variety of prizes will be awarded. As ever, anything you worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].<small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Fox|Fox]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 23:15, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
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==The Milhist election has started!==

The [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators|Military history WikiProject coordinator]] election has started. You are cordially invited to help pick fourteen new coordinators from a pool of twenty candidates. This time round, the term has increased from six to twelve months so it is doubly important that you have your say! Please cast your [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2010|vote here]] no later than 23:59 (UTC) on Tuesday, 28 September 2010. 

With many thanks in advance for your participation from the coordinator team, &nbsp;[[User:Roger Davies|<span style="color:maroon; font-variant:small-caps">'''Roger&nbsp;Davies'''</span>]] <sup>[[User talk:Roger Davies|'''talk''']]</sup> 19:37, 17 September 2010 (UTC)

==Jinn vs genie==
Although you haven't been active as an editor since May, you may like to know that your requested move at [[Talk:Genie]], which was closed last year as having produced no consensus, has just been reinstated. Regards, [[User:Cavila|Cavila]] ([[User talk:Cavila|talk]]) 14:16, 29 September 2010 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2010 September newsletter ==

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We are half-way through our final round, entering the home straight. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}} leads at the time of writing with 1180 points, immediately followed by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}} with 1175 points. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}} closely follows in third place with 1100 points. For those who are interested, data about the finalists has been compiled at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/finalists]], while a list of content submitted by all WikiCup contestants prior to this round has been compiled at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/Submissions]]. As ever, anything contestants worry may not receive the necessary attention before the end of the round (such as outstanding GA or FA nominations) is welcome at [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], and please remember to continue offering reviews yourself where possible. As always, the judges are available to contact via email, IRC or their talk pages, and general discussion about the Cup is welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]].

Despite controversy, the WikiCup remains open. [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2011 signups|Signups for next year's competition are more than welcome]], and suggestions for how next year's competition will work are appreciated at [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring]]. More general comments and discussions should be directed at the WikiCup talk page. One month remains in the 2010 WikiCup, after which we will know our champion. Good luck everyone! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Fox|Fox]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 23:08, 30 September 2010 (UTC)</div>
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== The Military history WikiProject Newsletter : LV (September 2010) ==
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''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/September 2010/Editorials|In the final part of our series on copyright, Moonriddengirl describes how to deal with copyright infringements on Wikipedia]]''

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== WikiCup 2010 October newsletter ==

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The 2010 WikiCup is over! It has been a long journey, but what has been achieved is impressive: combined, participants have produced over seventy featured articles, over five hundred good articles, over fifty featured lists, over one thousand one hundred "did you know" entries, in addition to various other pieces of recognised content. A full list (which has yet to be updated to reflect the scores in the final round) can be found [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2010/Submissions|here]]. Perhaps more importantly, we have our winner! The 2010 WikiCup champion is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}}, with an unbelievable 4220 points in the final round. Second place goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}}, with 2260, and third to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Casliber}}, with 560. Congratulations to our other four finalists&nbsp;– {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|White Shadows}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|William S. Saturn}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Staxringold}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|ThinkBlue}}. Also, congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sasata}}, who withdrew from the competition with an impressive 2685 points earlier in this round.

Prizes will also be going to those who claimed the most points for different types of content in a single round. It was decided that the prizes would be awarded for those with the highest in a round, rather than overall, so that the finalists did not have an unfair advantage. Winning the featured article prize is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Casliber}}, for five featured articles in round 4. Winning the good article prize is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}}, for eighty-one good articles in round 5. Winning the featured list prize is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Staxringold}}, for six featured lists in round 1. Winning the picture and sound award is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Jujutacular}}, for four featured pictures in round 3. Winning the topic award is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Sturmvogel_66}}, for forty-seven articles in various good topics in round 5. Winning the "did you know" award is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|TonyTheTiger}}, for over one hundred did you knows is round 5. Finally, winning the in the news award is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant|Candlewicke}}, for nineteen articles in the news in round three.

The WikiCup has faced criticism in the last month&nbsp;– hopefully, we will take something positive from it and create a better contest for next year. Like Wikipedia itself, the Cup is a work in progress, and ideas for how it should work are more than welcome on the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]] and on the [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring|scoring talk page]]. Also, people are more than welcome to sign up for next year's competition on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2011 signups|the signup page]]. Well done and thank you to everyone involved&nbsp;– the Cup has been a pleasure to run, and we, as judges, have been proud to be a part of it. We hope that next year, however the Cup is working, and whoever is running it, it will be back, stronger and more popular than ever. Until then, goodbye and happy editing! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]], [[User:Fox|Fox]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 03:11, 1 November 2010 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2010 Ribbon of Participation ==

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==[[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Bei-Alla and Musa Tsechoyev]]==
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LVI, October 2010 ==

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* Project News: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/October 2010/Project news|Editors for the newsletter, GAN backlog reduction drive]]''
* Articles: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/October 2010/Articles|The month's featured and A-class Milhist content]]''
* Members: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/October 2010/Members|Contest results, A-class medal recipients]]''
* Editorial: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/October 2010/Editorials|EyeSerene sums up our "Five years of military history"]]''
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==[[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[James Marcinkowski]]==
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LVII, November 2010 ==

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* Members: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/November 2010/Members|Contest results, A-class medal recipients]]''
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== Nomination of [[Nabil al-Marabh]] for deletion ==

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== File:Altaf and Ishrat.jpg listed for deletion ==
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LVIII, December 2010 ==
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==[[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Jewish Civil Rights Educational Foundation of Canada]]==
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== WikiCup 2011 January newsletter ==

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We are half way through round one of the WikiCup. Signups are now closed, and we have 129 listed competitors, 64 of whom will make it to round two. Congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|The Bushranger}}, who, at the time of writing, has a comfortable lead with 228 points, followed by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}}, with 144 points. Four others have over 100 points. Congratulations also go to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Yellow Evan}}, who scored the first points in the competition, claiming for [[Talk:Hurricane King/GA1]], {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Miyagawa}}, who scored the first non-review points in the competition, claiming for [[Dognapping]], and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Jarry1250}} who was the first in the competition to use our new "multiplier" mechanic ([[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring#Double_points|explanation]]), claiming for [[Grigory Potemkin]], a subject covered on numerous Wikipedias. Thanks must also go to Jarry1250 for dealing with all bot work- without you, the competition wouldn't be happening!

A running total of claims can be seen [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]]. However, numerous competitors are yet to score at all- please remember to submit content soon after it is promoted, so that the judges are able to review entries. The number of points that will be needed to reach round two is not clear- everyone needs to get their entries in now to guarantee their places! If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, and you hope to get it promoted before the end of the round, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 22:42, 31 January 2011 (UTC)
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==[[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Larry Lowe]]==
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==[[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Lynn McAdams]]==
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== ''The Bugle'': Volume LVIX, January 2011 ==

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== WikiCup 2011 February newsletter ==

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So begins round two of the WikiCup! We now have eight pools, each with eight random contestants. This round will continue until the end of April, when the top two of each pool, as well as the next 16 highest scorers of those remaining, will make it to round three. Congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|The Bushranger}} (first, with 487 points) and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}} (second, with 459), who stormed the first round. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}} finished third with 223. Twelve others finished with over 100 points- well done to all of you! The final standings in round one can be seen [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Round 1|here]]. A mere 8 points were required to reach round two; competition will no doubt be much more fierce this round, so be ready for a challenge!  A special thanks goes, again, to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Jarry1250}} for dealing with all bot work. This year's bot, as well as running smoothly, is doing some very helpful things that last year's did not. Also, thanks to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Stone}} for some helpful behind-the-scenes updating and number crunching.

Some news for those who are interested- March will see [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GAN backlog elimination drives/March 2011|a GAN backlog elimination drive]], which you are still free to join. Organised by WikiProject Good articles, the drive aims to minimise the GAN backlog and offers prizes to those who help out. Of course, you may well be able to claim WikiCup points for the articles you review as part of the drive. Also ongoing is the [[Wikipedia:Contribution Team/Backlogs|Great Backlog Drive]], looking to work on clearing ''all'' of the backlogs on Wikipedia; again, incentives are offered, and the spirit of friendly competition is alive, while helping the encyclopedia is the ultimate aim. Though unrelated to the WikiCup, these may well be of interest to some of you.

Just a reminder of the rules; if you have done significant work on content ''this year'' and it is promoted in this round, you may claim for it. Also, anything that was promoted after the end of round one but before the beginning of round two may be claimed for in round two. Details of the rules can be found on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring|this page]]. For those interested in statistics, a running total of claims can be seen [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]], and a very interesting table of that information (along with the highest scorers in each category) can be seen [http://toolserver.org/~jarry/wikicup/ here]. If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, and you hope to get it promoted before the end of the round, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 23:50, 28 February 2011 (UTC)
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LX, February 2011 ==

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== WikiCup 2011 March newsletter ==

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We are half way through round two of the WikiCup, which will end on 28 April. Of the 64 current contestants, 32 will make it through to the next round; the two highest in each pool, and the 16 next highest scorers. At the time of writing, our current overall leader is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}} with 231 points, who leads Pool H. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Piotrus}} (Pool G) also has over 200 points, while 9 others (three of whom are in Pool D) have over 100 points. Remember that certain content (specifically, articles/portals included in at least 20 Wikipedias as of 31 December 2010 or articles which are considered "[[Wikipedia:Vital articles|vital]]") is worth double points if promoted to good or featured status, or if it appears on the main page in the Did You Know column. There were some articles last round which were eligible for double points, but which were not claimed for. For more details, see [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring]].

A running total of claims can be seen [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]]. However, numerous competitors are yet to score at all- please remember to submit content soon after it is promoted, so that the judges are able to review entries. The number of points that will be needed to reach round three is not clear- everyone needs to get their entries in now to guarantee their places! If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, and you hope to get it promoted before the end of the round, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 01:08, 1 April 2011 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Muhammed Ibrahim al-Juraissey]] ==
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== Nomination of [[Maha el-Samnah]] for deletion ==

<div class="floatleft" style="margin-bottom:0">[[File:Ambox warning orange.svg|42px|alt=|link=]]</div>A discussion is taking place as to whether the article '''[[Maha el-Samnah]]''' is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to [[Wikipedia:List of policies and guidelines|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]] or whether it should be [[Wikipedia:Deletion policy|deleted]].

The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Maha el-Samnah]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on good quality evidence, and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion.  However, do not remove the article-for-deletion template from the top of the article. [[User:Iqinn|IQinn]] ([[User talk:Iqinn|talk]]) 09:33, 19 April 2011 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2011 April newsletter ==

Round 2 of the [[WP:CUP|2011 WikiCup]] is over, and the new round will begin on 1 May. Note that any points scored in the interim (that is, for content promoted or reviews completed on 29-30 April) can be claimed in the next round, but please do not start updating your submissions' pages until the next round has begun. Fewer than a quarter of our original contestants remain; 32 enter round 3, and, in two months' time, only 16 will progress to our penultimate round. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}}, who led Pool F, was our round champion, with 411 points, while 7 contestants scored between 200 and 300 points. At the other end of the scale, a score of 41 was high enough to reach round 3; more than five times the score required to reach round 2, and competition will no doubt become tighter now we're approaching the later rounds. Those progressing to round 3 were spread fairly evenly across the pools; 4 progressed from each of pools A, B, E and H, while 3 progressed from both pools C and F. Pools D and G were the most successful; each had 5 contestants advancing.

This round saw our first good topic points this year; congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Nergaal}} who also led pool H and pool B respectively. However, there remain content types for which no points have yet been scored; [[WP:FS|featured sounds]], [[WP:FPO|featured portals]] and [[WP:FT|featured topics]]. In addition to prizes for leaderboard positions, the WikiCup awards other prizes; for instance, last year, a prize was awarded to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Candlewicke}} (who has been eliminated) for his work on [[WP:ITN|In The News]]. For this reason, working on more unusual content could be even more rewarding than usual!

Sorry this newsletter is going out a little earlier than expected- there is a busy weekend coming up! A running total of claims can be seen [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]]. If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, and you hope to get it promoted before the end of the round, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 19:29, 29 April 2011 (UTC)
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LXI, March 2011 ==

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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LXII, April 2011 ==

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* Members: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/April 2011/Members|Contest results, A-class medal recipients]]''
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== WikiCup 2011 May newsletter ==

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We're half way through round 3 of the [[WP:CUP|2011 WikiCup]]. There are currently 32 remaining in the competition, but only 16 will progress to our penultimate round. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}}, of pool D, is our overall leader with nearly 200 points, while pools A, B and C are led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Racepacket}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Canada Hky}} respectively. The score required to reach the next round is 35, though this will no doubt go up significantly as the round progresses. We have a good number of high scorers, but also a considerable number who are yet to score. Please remember to submit content soon after it is promoted, so that the judges are able to review entries. Also, an important note concerning nominations at [[WP:FAC|featured article candidates]]: if you are nominating content for which you intend to claim WikiCup points, ''please'' make this clear in the nomination statement so that the FAC director and his delegates are aware of the fact.

A running total of claims can be seen [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]]. If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, and you hope to get it promoted before the end of the round, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 23:36, 31 May 2011 (UTC)
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LXIII, May 2011 ==

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== Nomination of [[Barakat Fahim Ali Mohamed]] for deletion ==

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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Barakat Fahim Ali Mohamed]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on good quality evidence, and our policies and guidelines.

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== Nomination of [[Salem el-Masri]] for deletion ==

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::Sherurcij, I think that it was probably not a good idea to write this article, unless you have some evidence of importance other than merely his arrest.  '''[[User:DGG| DGG]]''' ([[User talk:DGG| talk ]]) 01:40, 14 August 2011 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2011 June newsletter ==

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We are half way through 2011, and entering the penultimate round of this year's WikiCup; the semi-finals are upon us! Points scored in the interim (29/30 June) may be counted towards next round, but please do not update your submissions' pages until the next round has begun. 16 contestants remain, and all have shown dedication to the project to reach this far. Our round leader was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}} who, among other things, successfully passed three articles through featured article candidates and claimed an impressive 29 articles at Did You Know, scoring 555 points. Casliber led pool D. Pool A was led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Wizardman}}, claiming points for a featured article, a featured list and seven good article reviews, while pool C was led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Eisfbnore}}, who claimed for two good articles, ten articles at Did You Know and four good article reviews. They scored 154 and 118 respectively. Pool B was by far our most competitive pool; six of the eight competitors made it through to round 4, with all of them scoring over 100 points. The pool was led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}}, who claimed for, among other things, three featured articles and five good articles. In addition to the four pool leaders, 12 others (the four second places, and the 8 next highest overall) make up our final 16. The lowest scorer who reached round 4 scored 76 points; a significant increase on the 41 needed to reach round 3. Eight of our semi-finalists scored at least twice as much as this.

No points were awarded this round for featured pictures, good topics or In the News, and no points have been awarded in the whole competition for featured topics, featured portals or featured sounds. Instead, the highest percentage of points has come from good articles. Featured articles, despite their high point cost, are low in number, and so, overall, share a comparable number of points with Did You Know, which are high in number but low in cost. A comparatively small but still considerable number of points come from featured lists and good article reviews, rounding out this round's overall scores.

We would again like to thank {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Jarry1250}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Stone}} for invaluable background work, as well as all of those helping to provide reviews for the articles listed on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Please do keep using it, and please do help by providing reviews for the articles listed there. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews generally at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup.

Two final notes: Firstly, please remember to state your participation in the WikiCup when nominating articles at FAC. Finally, some WikiCup-related statistics can be seen [http://toolserver.org/~jarry/wikicup/ here] and [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]], for those interested, though it appears that neither are completely accurate at this time. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 23:39, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
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* Articles: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/June 2011/Articles|The month's featured and A-class Milhist content]]''
* Book reviews: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/June 2011/Book reviews|Nick-D looks at Finland and Spitfires]]''
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== WikiCup 2011 July newsletter ==

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We are half way through the penultimate round of this year's WikiCup; there is less than a month to go before we have our final 8. Our pool leaders are {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Adabow}} (Pool A, 189 points) and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|PresN}} (Pool B, 165 points). The number of points required to reach the next round is not clear at this time; there are some users who still do not have any recorded points. Please remember to update your submissions' pages promptly. In addition, congratulations to PresN, who scored the first featured topic points in the competition for his work on [[Thatgamecompany]] related articles. Most points this round generally have, so far, come from good articles, with only one featured article ([[White-bellied Sea Eagle]], from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}}) and two featured lists ([[Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story]], from PresN and [[Grammy Award for Best Native American Music Album]], from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Another Believer}}). Points for Did You Know and good article reviews round out the scoring. No points have been awarded for In the News, good topics or featured pictures this round, and no points for featured sounds or portals have been awarded in the entire competition. On an unrelated note, preparation will be beginning soon for next year's WikiCup- watch this space!

There is little else to be said beyond the usual. Please list anything you need reviewing on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]], so others following the WikiCup can help, and please do help if you can by providing reviews for the articles listed there. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews generally at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup- points are, of course, offered for reviews at GAC. Two final notes: Firstly, please remember to state your participation in the WikiCup when nominating articles at FAC. Finally, some WikiCup-related statistics can be seen [http://toolserver.org/~jarry/wikicup/ here] and [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/History/2011/Running totals|here]]. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 11:42, 1 August 2011 (UTC)
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== Thanks ==

Hey Sherurcij thank you for contributing the article and I made some edits for you. --[[User:Katarighe|Mohamed Aden Ighe]] ([[User talk:Katarighe|talk]]) 23:11, 6 August 2011 (UTC)
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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LXV, July 2011 ==

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* Book reviews: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/July 2011/Book reviews|Nick-D looks at Zeebrugee and Afghanistan]]''
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== WikiCup 2011 July newsletter ==

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The finals are upon us; we're down to the last few. One of the eight remaining contestants will be this year's WikiCup champion! 150 was the score needed to progress to the final; just under double the 76 required to reach round 4, and more than triple the 41 required to reach round 3. Our eight finalists are:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}}, Pool A's winner. Casliber has the highest total score in the competition, with 1528, the bulk of which is made up of 8 featured articles. He has the highest number of total featured articles (8, 1 of which was eligible for double points) and total did you knows (72) of any finalist. Casliber writes mostly on biology, including ornithology, botany and mycology.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|PresN}}, Pool B's winner and the highest scorer this round. PresN is the only finalist who has scored featured topic points, and he has gathered an impressive 330, but most of his points come from his 4 featured articles, one of which scored double. PresN writes mostly on video games and the [[Hugo Awards]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}}, Pool A's runner-up. Hurricanehink's points are mostly from his 30 good articles, more than any other finalist, and he is also the only finalist to score good topic points. Hurricanehink, as his name suggests, writes mostly on meteorology.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Wizardman}}, Pool B's runner-up. Wizardman has completed 86 good article reviews, more than any other finalist, but most of his points come from his 2 featured articles. Wizardman writes mostly on American sport, especially baseball.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Miyagawa}}, the "fastest loser" (Pool A). Miyagawa has written 3 featured lists, one of which was awarded double points, more than any other finalist, but he was awarded points mostly for his 68 did you knows. Miyagawa writes on a variety of topics, including dogs, military history and sport.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Resolute}}, the second "fastest loser" (Pool B). Most of Resolute's points come from his 9 good articles. He writes mostly on Canadian topics, including ice hockey.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Yellow Evan}}, who was joint third "fastest loser" (Pool A). Most of Evan's points come from his 10 good articles, and he writes mostly on meteorology.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Sp33dyphil}}, who was joint third "fastest loser" (Pool B). Most of Phil's points come from his 9 good articles, 4 of which (more than any other finalist) were eligible for double points. He writes mostly on aeronautics.

We say goodbye to our seven other semi-finalists, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Another Believer}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Piotrus}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Grandiose}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Stone}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Eisfbnore}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Canada Hky}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|MuZemike}}. Everyone still in the competition at this stage has done fantastically well, and contributed greatly to Wikipedia. We're on the home straight now, and we will know our winner in two months.

In other news, preparations for next year's competition have begun with a brainstorming thread. Please, feel free to '''[[Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Thoughts_for_next_year.27s_scoring|drop by]]''' and share any thoughts you have about how the competition should work next year. Sign ups are not yet open, but will be opened in due course. Watch this space. Further, there has been [[Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup#Cup_reviews|a discussion]] about the rule whereby those in the WikiCup must delcare their participation when nominating articles at featured article candidates. This has resulted in a bot being created by new featured article delegate {{user|Ucucha}}. The bot will leave a message on FAC pages if the nominator is a participant in the WikiCup.

A reminder of the rules: any points scored after August 29 may be claimed for the final round, and please remember to update submission pages promptly. If you are concerned that your nomination, be it at good article candidates, a featured process or anywhere else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 00:12, 1 September 2011 (UTC)
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* Book reviews: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/August 2011/Book reviews|Nick-D looks at Carthage and Australia in Palestine]]''
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== Interview with Wikimedia Foundation ==

Hi Sherurcij,
I hope you're well. My name is Aaron and I'm one of the Storytellers working on the 2011 fundraiser for the Wikimedia Foundation. For this year's campaign, we're trying to broaden the range of appeals we run come November by speaking with a wider variety of Wikipedians. Though it appears you may no longer be very active on Wikipedia, I wonder if you might still consider speaking with me about your experiences editing and writing here? (I was especially intrigued by the comments you placed on your user page.) Please let me know if you're interesting by emailing amuszalski{{@}}wikimedia.org.  Thanks! [[user:Aaron (WMF)]]

== WikiProject Terrorism - Welcome Back! ==

Welcome back from Wiki Project Terrorism! I'm Katarighe, a Wikipedian member since 2009. I'm currently the successor of Sherurcij in September because, he has not edited Wikipedia using this account for a considerable amount of time since May 2010. We are trying to renovate the new WP page this fall 2011 and we look forward this month whats next. If you are interested, start the renovation with us and new awards on contributing terrorism are coming soon. The WP terrorism newsletter begins January 2012. See you on October for the updates on WP terrorism. I will send this message next month about the updates. Good Luck.

<small>Delivered by [[User:MessageDeliveryBot|MessageDeliveryBot]] on behalf of [[Wikipedia:Terrorism|Terrorism]] at 22:41, 25 September 2011 (UTC).</small>
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== WikiCup 2011 September newsletter ==

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We are on this year's home straight, with less than a month to go until the winner of the 2011 WikiCup will be decided. The fight for first place is currently being contested by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Miyagawa}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Sp33dyphil}}, all of whom have over 200 points. This round has already seen multiple featured articles ([[1991 Atlantic hurricane season]] from Hurricanehink and [[Northrop YF-23]] from Sp33dyphil) and a double-scoring featured list (Miyagawa's [[1948 Summer Olympics medal table]]). The scores will likely increase far further before the end of the round on October 31 as everyone ups their pace. There is not much more to say- thoughts about next year's competition are welcome on the WikiCup talk page or the [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring|scoring talk page]], and signups will open once a few things have been sorted out.

If you are concerned that your nomination, be it at good article candidates, a featured process or anywhere else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 12:51, 1 October 2011 (UTC)
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== A barnstar for you! ==

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== ''The Bugle'': Issue LXVII, September 2011 ==

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* Book reviews: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/September 2011/Book reviews|Nick-D and Ian Rose look at Australian air power]]''
* Op-ed: ''[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/News/September 2011/Op-ed|Buggie111 ruminates about WikiLife and WikiDeath]]''
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== WikiCup 2011 October newsletter ==

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The 2011 WikiCup is now ''over'', and our new champion is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}}, who joins the exclusive club of the previous winners: {{ul|Dreamafter}} (2007), {{ul|jj137}} (2008), {{ul|Durova}} (2009) and {{ul|Sturmvogel_66}} (2010). The final standings were as follows:

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#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Resolute}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|PresN}}

Prizes for first, second, third and fourth will be awarded, as will prizes for all those who reached the final eight. Every participant who scored in the competition will receive a ribbon of participation. In addition to the prizes based on placement, the following special prizes will be awarded based on high performance in particular areas of content creation. So that the finalists do not have an undue advantage, the prize is awarded to the competitor who scored the highest in any particular field in a ''single round''.

*The Featured Article Award: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Casliber}}, for his performance in round 2. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Hurricanehink}} matched the score, but Casliber won the tiebreaker.
*The Good Article Award: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Yellow Evan}}, for his performance in round 4.
*The Featured List Award: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Miyagawa}}, for his performance in round 4. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|PresN}} matched the score, but Miyagawa won the tiebreaker.
*The Recognised Topic Award (for good and featured topics): {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|PresN}}, for his performance in round 3.
*The Did You Know Award: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|The Bushranger}}, for his performance in round 1.
*The In the News Award: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Candlewicke}}, for his performance in round 1.
*The Reviewer Award (for good article reviews): {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant2|Wizardman}}, for his performance in round 3.

No prize was awarded for featured pictures, sounds or portals, as none were claimed throughout the competition. The awards will be handed out over the next few days. Congratulations to all our participants, and especially our winners; we've all had fun, and Wikipedia has benefitted massively from our content work.

Preparation for next year's WikiCup is ongoing. Interested parties are invited to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2012 signups|sign up]]''' and participate in our '''[[Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Time_for_some_straw_polls|straw polls]]'''. It's been a pleasure to work with you all this year, and, whoever's taking part in and running the competition in 2012, we hope to see you all in January! [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 00:48, 1 November 2011 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Tariq Mahmood (detainee)]] ==
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The article [[Tariq Mahmood (detainee)]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32; because of the following concern:
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While all contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, content or articles may be [[WP:DEL#REASON|deleted for any of several reasons]].

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} notice, but please explain why in your [[Help:edit summary|edit summary]] or on [[Talk:Tariq Mahmood (detainee)|the article's talk page]].

Please consider improving the article to address the issues raised. Removing {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} will stop the [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed deletion process]], but other [[Wikipedia:deletion process|deletion process]]es exist. In particular, the [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] process can result in deletion without discussion, and [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion|articles for deletion]] allows discussion to reach [[Wikipedia:Consensus|consensus]] for deletion.<!-- Template:Proposed deletion notify --> [[User:JungerMan Chips Ahoy!|JungerMan Chips Ahoy!]] ([[User talk:JungerMan Chips Ahoy!|talk]]) 01:01, 4 December 2011 (UTC)
== Nomination of [[Abdel Hadi al-Tunsi]] for deletion ==

<div class="floatleft" style="margin-bottom:0">[[File:Ambox warning orange.svg|42px|alt=|link=]]</div>A discussion is taking place as to whether the article '''[[Abdel Hadi al-Tunsi]]''' is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to [[Wikipedia:List of policies and guidelines|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]] or whether it should be [[Wikipedia:Deletion policy|deleted]].

The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Abdel Hadi al-Tunsi (2nd nomination)]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on good quality evidence, and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion.  However, do not remove the article-for-deletion template from the top of the article. [[User talk:Sonia|<font color="#CC0099">sonia</font>]]♫ 07:09, 15 December 2011 (UTC)

== 2012 WikiCup ==

Hi! As you've previously expressed interest in the competition, I'm just letting you know that the [[Wikipedia:WikiCup|2012 WikiCup]] is due to start in less than 24 hours. [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2012 signups|Signups]] are open, and will remain so for a few weeks after the beginning of the competition. The competition itself will follow basically the same format as last year, with a few small tweaks to point costs to reflect the opinions of the community. If you're interested in taking part, you're more than welcome, and if you know anyone who might be, please let them know too- the more the merrier! To join, simply add your name to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2012 signups]]''', and we will be in touch. Please feel free to direct any questions to me, or leave a note on the [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup|WikiCup talk page]]. Thanks! <small>You are receiving this note as you are listed on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]]. Please feel free to add or remove yourself.</small> [[User:EdwardsBot|EdwardsBot]] ([[User talk:EdwardsBot|talk]]) 01:26, 31 December 2011 (UTC)
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== Military Historian of the Year ==

Nominations for the "[[WP:MHAWARDS#"Military historian of the Year"|Military Historian of the Year]]" for 2011 are now open. If you would like to nominate an editor for this award, please do so '''[[Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Military history#Nominations for military historian of the year for 2011 now open!|here]]'''. Voting will open on 22 January and run for seven days. Thanks! On behalf of the [[WP:MHCOORD|coordinators]], [[User:Nick-D|Nick-D]] ([[User talk:Nick-D|talk]]) and [[User:The ed17|Ed]]&nbsp;<sup>[[User talk:The ed17|[talk]]] [[WP:OMT|[majestic titan]]]</sup> 00:26, 16 January 2012 (UTC) <small>You were sent this message because you are a listed as a [[WP:MHMEMBERS|member]] of the [[WP:MILHIST|Military history WikiProject]].</small>
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== WikiCup 2012 January newsletter ==

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WikiCup 2012 is off to a flying start. At the time of writing, we have 112 contestants; comparable to last year, but slightly fewer than 2010. [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2012 signups|Signups]] will remain open for another week, after which time they will be closed for this year. Our currrent far-away leader is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, due mostly to his work on a slew of good articles about ''[[The X-Files]]''; there remain many such articles waiting to be reviewed at [[WP:GAC|good article candidates]]. Second place is currently held by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}}, whose points come mostly from good articles about television episodes, although good article reviews, did you knows and an article about a baroness round out the score. In third place is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Jivesh boodhun}}, who has scored 200 points for his work on a single featured article, as well as points for work on others, mostly in the area of pop music. In all, nine users have 100 or more points. However, at the other end of the scale, there are still dozens of participants who are yet to score. Please remember to update your submission pages promptly!

The 64 highest scoring participants will advance to round 2 in a month's time. There, they will be split into eight random groups of eight. The score needed to reach the next round is not at all clear; last year, 8 points guaranteed a place. The year before, 20.

A few participants and their work warrant a mention for achieving "firsts" in this competition.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|12george1}} was the first to score, with his good article review of ''[[Illinois v. McArthur]]''.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|12george1}} was also the first to score points for an article, thanks to his work on [[Hurricane Debby (1982)]]- now a good article. Tropical storms have featured heavily in the Cup, and good articles currently have a relatively fast turnaround time for reviews.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Sp33dyphil}} was the first to score points for a did you know, with [[Russian submarine K-114 Tula|Russian submarine K-114 ''Tula'']]. Military history is another subject which has seen a lot of Cup activity.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Sp33dyphil}} is also the first person to successfully claim bonus points. ''[[Terminator 2: Judgment Day]]'' is now a good article, and was eligible for bonus points because the subject was covered on more than 20 other Wikipedias at the start of the competition. It is fantastic to see bonus points being claimed so early!
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Speciate}} was the first to score points for an In the News entry, with ''[[Paedophryne amauensis]]''. The lead image from the article was also used on the main page for a time, and it's certainly eye-catching!
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Jivesh boodhun}} was the first to score points for a featured article, and is, at the moment, the only competitor to claim for one. The article, [[Halo (Beyoncé Knowles song)|"Halo" (Beyoncé Knowles song)]], was also worth double points because of its wide coverage. While this is an article that Jivesh and others have worked on for some time, it is undeniable that he has put considerable work into it this year, pushing it over the edge.

We are yet to see any featured lists, featured topics or good topics, but this is unsurprising; firstly, the nomination processes with each of these can take some time, and, secondly, it can take a considerable amount of time to work content to this level. In a similar vein, we have seen only one featured article. The requirement that content must have been worked on this year to be eligible means that we did not expect to see these at the start of the competition. No points have been claimed for featured portals or pictures, but these are not content types which are often claimed; the former has never made a big impact on the WikiCup, while the latter has not done so since 2009's competition.

A quick rules clarification before the regular notices: If you are concerned that another user is claiming points inappropriately, please contact a judge to take a look at the article. Competitors policing one another can create a bad atmosphere, and may lead to inconsistencies and mistakes. Rest assured that we, the judges, ''are'' making an effort to check submissions, but it is possible that we will miss something. On a loosely related note: If you are concerned that your nomination, be it at good article candidates, a featured process or anywhere else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which could otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages, or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] 00:17, 1 February 2012 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2012 February newsletter ==

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Round 1 is already over! The 64 highest scorers have progressed to round 2. Our highest scorer was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, again thanks mostly to a swathe of good articles on ''The X-Files''. In second place was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Tigerboy1966}}, thanks an impressive list of did you knows about racehorses. Both scored over 400 points. Following behind with over 300 points were {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Miyagawa}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}}. February also saw the competition's first featured list: [[List of colleges and universities in North Dakota]], from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}}. At the other end of the scale, 11 points was enough to secure a place in this round, and some contestants with 10 points made it into the round on a tiebreaker. This is higher than the 8 points that were needed last year, but lower than the 20 points required the year before. The number of points required to progress to round 3 will be significantly higher.

The remaining contestants have been split into 8 pools of 8, named A through H. Round two will finish in two months time on 28 April, when the two highest scorers in each pool, as well as the next 16 highest scorers, will progress to round 3. The pools were entirely random, so while some pools may end up being more competitive than others, this is by chance rather than design.

The judges would like to point out two quick rules reminders. First, any content promoted during the interim period (that is, on or after 27 February) is eligible for points in round 2. Second, any content worked on significantly this ''year'' is eligible for points if promoted in this ''round''. On a related note, if you are concerned that your nomination, be it at good article candidates, a featured process or anywhere else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. However, please remember to continue to offer reviews at GAC, FAC and all the other pages that require them to prevent any backlogs which would otherwise be caused by the Cup. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] &bull; [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] &bull; [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 00:07, 1 March 2012 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2012 March newsletter ==

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We are over half way through the second round of this year's WikiCup and things are going well! {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, of Pool B, is our highest overall scorer thanks to his prolific writings on television and film. In second place is Pool H's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}, thanks primarily to work on biological articles, especially in [[marine biology]] and [[herpetology]]. Third place goes to Pool E's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}}, who also writes primarily on biology (including [[ornithology]] and [[botany]]) and has already submitted two featured articles this round. Of the 63 contestants remaining, 15 (just under a quarter) have over 100 points this round. However, 25 are yet to score. Please remember to update your submission pages promptly. 32 contestants, the top two from each pool and the 16 next-highest scorers, will advance to round 3.

Congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Matthewedwards}}, whose impressive [[:File:Wacht am Rhein map (Opaque).svg]] became the competition's first featured picture. Also, congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|12george1}}, who claimed good topic points, our first contestant this year to do so, for his work on [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/1982 Atlantic hurricane season]]. This leaves featured topics and featured portals as the only sources of points not yet utilised. However, as [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup#WikiCup Records|recent statistics]] from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Miyagawa}} show, no source has yet been utilised this competition to the same extent it has been previously!

It has been observed that the backlogs at good article candidates are building up again. While the points for good article reviews will be remaining constant, any help that can be offered keeping the backlog down would be appreciated. On a related note, if you are concerned that your nomination, be it at good article candidates, a featured process or anywhere else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] &bull; [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] &bull; [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 23:27, 31 March 2012 (UTC)
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==[[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|Speedy deletion]] nomination of [[:Al-Bashir Al-Faqih]]==
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A tag has been placed on [[:Al-Bashir Al-Faqih]] requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under [[WP:CSD#A7|section A7 of the criteria for speedy deletion]], because the article appears to be about a person, organization (band, club, company, ''etc.'') or web content, but it does not indicate how or why the subject is important or significant: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the [[WP:CSD#Articles|criteria for speedy deletion]], such articles may be deleted at any time. Please [[Wikipedia:Notability|see the guidelines for what is generally accepted as notable]]. 

If you think that the page was nominated in error, contest the nomination by clicking on the button labelled "Click here to contest this speedy deletion" in the speedy deletion tag. Doing so will take you to the talk page where you can explain why you believe the page should not be deleted. You can also visit '''[[Talk:Al-Bashir Al-Faqih|the page's talk page directly]]''' to give your reasons, but be aware that once a page is tagged for speedy deletion, it may be removed without delay. Please do not remove the speedy deletion tag yourself, but do not hesitate to add information that is consistent with [[Wikipedia:List of policies|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]]. If the page is deleted, you can contact [[:Category:Wikipedia administrators who will provide copies of deleted articles|one of these administrators]] to request that the administrator [[Wikipedia:Userfication#Userfication of deleted content|userfy]] the page or email a copy to you. <!-- Template:Db-notability-notice --> <!-- Template:Db-csd-notice-custom --> [[User:Jeancey|Jeancey]] ([[User talk:Jeancey|talk]]) 22:08, 19 April 2012 (UTC)
== [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[Al-Bashir Al-Faqih]] ==
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The article [[Al-Bashir Al-Faqih]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32; because of the following concern:
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While all contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, content or articles may be [[WP:DEL#REASON|deleted for any of several reasons]].

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} notice, but please explain why in your [[Help:edit summary|edit summary]] or on [[Talk:Al-Bashir Al-Faqih|the article's talk page]].

Please consider improving the article to address the issues raised. Removing {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} will stop the [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed deletion process]], but other [[Wikipedia:deletion process|deletion process]]es exist. In particular, the [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] process can result in deletion without discussion, and [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion|articles for deletion]] allows discussion to reach [[Wikipedia:Consensus|consensus]] for deletion.<!-- Template:Proposed deletion notify --> '''[[User:DGG| DGG]]''' ([[User talk:DGG| talk ]]) 15:26, 20 April 2012 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2012 April newsletter ==

Round 2 of this year's WikiCup is over, and so we are down to our final 32, in what could be called our quarter-finals. The two highest scorers from each pool, as well as the next 16 highest scorers overall, have entered round 3, while 30 participants have been eliminated. Pool B's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}} remains our top scorer with over 700 points; he continues to gain high numbers of points for his good articles on ''[[The X-Files]]'', but also ''[[Millennium (TV series)|Millennium]]'' and other subjects. He has also gained points for a good topic, a featured list, multiple good article reviews and several did you knows. Pool E's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}} was second, thanks primarily to his biology articles, with Pool H's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}} coming in third, with an impressive 46 did you knows, mostly on the subject of baseball. Casliber and Cwmhiraeth both scored over 600 points. Pools E and H proved our most successful, with each seeing 5 members qualify for round 3, while Pools C and D were the least, with each seeing only 3 reach round 3. However, it was Pool G which saw the lowest scoring, with a little under 400 points combined; Pool H, the highest scoring group, saw over triple that score.

65 points was the lowest qualifying score for round 3; significantly higher than the 11 required to enter round 2, and also higher than the 41 required to reach round 3 last year. However, in 2010, 100 points were needed to secure a place in round 3. 16 will progress to round 4. In round 3, 150 points was the 16th highest score, though, statistically, people tend to up their game a little in later rounds. Last year, 76 points secured a place, while in 2010, a massive 250 points were needed. Guessing how many points will be required is not easy. We still have not seen any featured portals or topics this year, but, on the subject of less common content types, a small correction needs to be made to the previous newsletter: [[:File:Wacht am Rhein map (Opaque).svg]], our first featured picture, was the work of ''both'' {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Matthewedwards}} ''and'' {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grandiose}}, the latter of whom has also gone on to score with [[:File:Map of the Battle of Guam, 1944.svg]]. Bonus points also continue to roll in; this round, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ealdgyth}} earned triple points for her good articles on [[William the Conqueror]] and the [[Middle Ages]], Casliber and Cwmhiraeth both earned triple points for their work on [[Western Jackdaw]], now a good article, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Dana boomer}} earned triple points for her work on [[lettuce]] and work by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Stone}} to ready [[antimony]] for good article status earned him triple points. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Jarry1250}} managed to expand [[Vitus Bering]] far enough for a did you know, which was also worth triple points. All of these highly important topics featured on 50 or more Wikipedias at the start of the year. 

An article on the WikiCup in the Wikimedia Blog, "[http://blog.wikimedia.org/2012/04/30/improving-wikipedia-with-friendly-competition/ Improving Wikipedia with friendly competition]", was posted at the end of April. This may be of interest to those who are signed up to this newsletter, as well as serving as another way to draw attention to our project. Also, we would again like to thank {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Jarry1250}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Stone}}, for continued help behind the scenes. As ever, if you are concerned that your nomination, be it at good article candidates, a featured process or anywhere else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]] and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start receiving or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] &bull; [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] &bull; [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 23:20, 30 April 2012 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion|Nomination for deletion]] of [[Template:AmericanVets]] ==
[[File:Ambox warning pn.svg|30px|link=]][[Template:AmericanVets]] has been nominated for deletion. You are invited to comment on the discussion at [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion#Template:AmericanVets|the template's entry on the Templates for discussion page]].<!--Template:Tfdnotice--> [[User:Jenks24|Jenks24]] ([[User talk:Jenks24|talk]]) 10:22, 12 May 2012 (UTC)
== Nomination of [[Said Namouh]] for deletion ==

<div class="floatleft" style="margin-bottom:0">[[File:Ambox warning orange.svg|42px|alt=|link=]]</div>A discussion is taking place as to whether the article '''[[Said Namouh]]''' is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to [[Wikipedia:List of policies and guidelines|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]] or whether it should be [[Wikipedia:Deletion policy|deleted]].

The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Said Namouh ]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion.  However, do not remove the article-for-deletion template from the top of the article. —[[User:Ryulong|<font color="blue">Ryulong</font>]] ([[User talk:Ryulong|<font color="Gold">竜龙</font>]]) 10:03, 15 May 2012 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2012 May newsletter ==

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We're halfway through round 3 (or the quarter finals, if you prefer) and things are running smoothly. We're seeing very high scoring; as of the time of writing, the top 16 all have over 90 points. This has already proved to be more competative than this time last year- in 2011, 76 points secured a place, while in 2010, a massive 250 was the lowest qualifying score. People have also upped their game slightly from last round, which is to be expected as we approach the end of the competition. Leading Pool A is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}, whose points have mostly come from a large number of did you knows on marine biology. Pool B's leader, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, is for the first time not our highest scorer at the time of newsletter publication, but his good articles on ''The X-Files'' and ''Millenium'' keep him in second place overall. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Miyagawa}} leads Pool C, our quietest pool, with content in a variety of areas on a variety of topics. Pool D is led by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}}, our current overall leader. Nearly half of Casliber's points come from his triple-scored [[Western Jackdaw]], which is now a featured article.

This round has seen an unusually high number of featured lists, with nearly one in five remaining participants claiming one, and one user, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}}, claiming two. Miyagawa's featured list, [[1936 Summer Olympics medal table]], was even awarded double points. By comparison, good article reviews seem to be playing a smaller part, and featured topics portals remain two content-types still unutilised in this competition. Other than that, there isn't much to say! Things are coming along smoothly. As ever, if you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 23:43, 31 May 2012 (UTC)
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== I have added you to [[missing Wikipedians]] ==

Just to let you know (I am supposed to - this  is what it says). [[User:Ottawahitech|Ottawahitech]] ([[User talk:Ottawahitech|talk]]) 19:07, 7 June 2012 (UTC)
==WikiCup 2012 June newsletter==
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''Apologies for the lateness of this letter; our usual bot wasn't working.'' We are now entering round 4, our semi-finals, and have our final 16. A score of 243 was required to reach this round; significantly more than 2011's 76 points, and only a little behind 2010's 250 points. By comparison, last year, 150 points in round 4 secured a place in the final; in 2010, 430 were needed. Commiserations to Pool A's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Igordebraga}}, who scored 242 points, missing out on a place in the round by a whisker. However, congratulations to Pool B's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, whose television articles have brought him another round victory. Pool A's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}} came second overall, with an impressive list of biological did you knows, good articles and featured articles. Third overall was Pool D's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}}, with a long list of contibutions, mostly relating to baseball. Of course, with the points resetting every round, the playing field has been levelled. The most successful Pool was Pool D, which saw seven into the final round. Pool B saw four, C saw three and Pool A saw only the two round leaders.

A quick note about other competitions taking place on Wikipedia which may be of interest. There are 13 days remaining in the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GAN backlog elimination drives/June-July 2012|June-July GAN backlog elimination drive]], but it is not too late to take part. August will also see the return of [[Wikipedia:The Core Contest|The Core Contest]]- a one month long competition first run in 2007. While the WikiCup awards points for audited content on any subject, The Core Contest about is raw article improvement, focussing heavily on the most important articles on Wikipedia. As ever, if you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 11:08, 2 July 2012 (UTC)

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I read your user page and I like those words there. [[User:༆|༆]] ([[User talk:༆|talk]]) 23:03, 10 July 2012 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2012 July newsletter ==

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We're approaching the beginning of 2012's final round. Pool A sees {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}} as the leader, with 300 points being awarded for the featured article [[Bivalvia]], and Pool B sees {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}} in the lead, with 10 good articles, and over 35 articles eligible for good topic points. Pool A sees {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}} in second place with a number of articles relating to baseball, while Pool B's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}} follows Grapple X, with a variety of contributions including the high-scoring, high-importance featured article on the 2010 film ''[[Pride & Prejudice (2005 film)|Pride & Prejudice]]''. Ruby2010, like Grapple X, also claimed a number of good topic points; despite this, not a single point has been claimed for featured topics in the contest so far. The same is true for featured portals.

Currently, the eighth-place competitor (and so the lowest scorer who would reach the final round right now) has scored 332, more than double the 150 needed to reach the final round last year. In 2010, however, 430 was the lowest qualifying score. In this competition, we have generally seen scores closer to those in 2010 than those in 2011. Let's see what kind of benchmark we can set for future competitions! As ever, if you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 22:32, 31 July 2012 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2012 August newsletter ==

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The final is upon us! We are down to our final 8. A massive 573 was our lowest qualifying score; this is higher than the 150 points needed last year and the 430 needed in 2010. Even in 2009, when points were acquired for mainspace edit count in addition to audited content, 417 points secured a place. That leaves this year's WikiCup, by one measure at least, our most competitive ever. Our finalists, ordered by round 4 score, are:
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}} once again finishes the round in first place, leading Pool B. Grapple X writes articles about television, and especially ''The X-Files'' and ''Millenium'', with good articles making up the bulk of the score.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Miyagawa}} led Pool A this round. Fourth-place finalist last year, Miyagawa writes on a variety of topics, and has reached the final primarily off the back of his massive number of did you knows.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}} was second in Pool B. Ruby2010 writes primarily on television and film, and scores primarily from good articles.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}} finished third in Pool B. Casliber is something of a WikiCup veteran, having finished sixth in 2011 and fourth in 2010. Casliber writes on the natural sciences, including ornithology, botany and astronomy. Over half of Casliber's points this round were bonus points from the high-importance articles he has worked on.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}} came second in Pool A. Also writing on biology, especially marine biology, Cwmhiraeth received 390 points for one featured article ([[Bivalvia]]) and one good article ([[pelican]]), topping up with a large number of did you knows.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}} was third in Pool A. Muboshgu writes primarily on baseball, and this round saw Muboshgu's first featured article, [[Derek Jeter]], promoted on its fourth attempt at FAC.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Dana boomer}} was fourth in Pool A. She writes on a variety of topics, including horses, but this round also saw the high-importance [[lettuce]] reach featured article status.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Sasata}} is another WikiCup veteran, having been a finalist in 2009 and 2010. He writes mostly on mycology.

However, we must also say goodbye to the eight who did not make the final, having fallen at the last hurdle: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|GreatOrangePumpkin}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ealdgyth}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Calvin999}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Piotrus}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Toa Nidhiki05}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|12george1}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|The Bushranger}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|1111tomica}}. We hope to see you all next year.

On the subject of next year, a discussion has been opened [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Changes for next year?|here]]. Come and have your say about the competition, and how you'd like it to run in the future. This brainstorming will go on for some time before more focused discussions/polls are opened. As ever, if you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 00:23, 1 September 2012 (UTC)
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== [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|Military history]] coordinator election ==

The Military history WikiProject has started its [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2012|'''2012 project coordinator election process''']], where we will select a team of coordinators to organize the project over the coming year. If you would like to be considered as a candidate, please submit your nomination by 14 September. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact one of the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators|current coordinators]] on their talk page. <small>This message was delivered here because you are a [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Members|member]] of the Military history WikiProject.</small>&nbsp;– '''Military history coordinators''' ([[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|about the project]] • [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators#What do the coordinators do?|what coordinators do]]) 09:52, 10 September 2012 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2012 September newsletter ==

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We're over half way through the final, and so it is less than a month until we know for certain our 2012 WikiCup champion. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}} currently leads, followed by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Sasata}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}}. However, we have no one resembling a breakaway leader, and so the competition is a long way from over. Next month's newsletter will feature a list of our winners (who are not necessarily only the finalists) and keep your eyes open for an article on the WikiCup in a future edition of ''[[Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost|The Signpost]]''. The leaders are already on a par with last year's winners, but a long way from the huge scores seen in 2010. That said, a repeat of the competition from 2010 seems unlikely.

It is good to see that three-quarters of our finalists have already scored bonus points this round. This shows that, contrary to criticism that the WikiCup has received in the past, the competition does not merely incentivise the writing of trivial articles; instead, our top competitors are still spending their time contributing to high-importance articles, and bringing them to a high standard. This does a great service to the encyclopedia and its readers. Thank you, and good work!

The planning for next year's WikiCup is ongoing. Some [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Straw poll time|straw polls]] have been opened concerning the scoring, and you can now [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2013 signups|sign up for next year's competition]]. As ever, if you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]]) 20:02, 2 October 2012 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2012 October newsletter ==

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The 2012 WikiCup has come to a close; congratulations to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}, our 2012 champion! Cwmhiraeth joins our exclusive club of previous winners: {{ul|Dreamafter}} (2007), {{ul|jj137}} (2008), {{ul|Durova}} (2009), {{ul|Sturmvogel 66}} (2010) and {{ul|Hurricanehink}} (2011). Our final standings were as follows:

#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Sasata}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Miyagawa}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Dana boomer}}

Prizes for first, second, third and fourth will be awarded, as will prizes for all those who reached the final eight. Every participant who scored in the competition will receive a ribbon of participation. In addition to the prizes based on placement, the following special prizes will be awarded based on high performance in particular areas of content creation. So that the finalists do not have an undue advantage, the prize is awarded to the competitor who scored the highest in any particular field in a single round.

*The featured article award goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, for four featured articles in the final round.
*The good article award also goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, for 19 good articles in the second round.
*The list award goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Muboshgu}}, for three featured lists in the final round.
*The topic award goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grapple X}}, for three good topics (with around 40 articles) in round 4.
*The did you know award goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}, for well over 100 DYKs in the final round.
*The news award goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|ThaddeusB}}, for 10 in the news items in round 3.
*The picture award goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grandiose}}, for two featured pictures in round 2.
*The reviewer award goes to both {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Ruby2010}} (14 reviews in round 1) and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Grandiose}} (14 reviews in round 3).
*Finally, for achieving an incredible bonus point total in the final round, and for bringing the top-importance article [[frog]] to featured status, a [[WP:BS|biostar]] has been awarded to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Cwmhiraeth}}.

Awards will be handed out in the coming days; please bear with us! This year's competition also saw fantastic contributions in all rounds, from newer Wikipedians contributing their first good or featured articles, right up to highly experienced Wikipedians chasing high scores and contributing to topics outside of their usual comfort zones. It would be impossible to name all of the participants who have achieved things to be proud of, but well done to all of you, and thanks! Wikipedia has certainly benefited from the work of this year's WikiCup participants.

Next year's WikiCup will begin in January. Currently, [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Straw poll time|discussions and polls are open]], and all contributions are welcome. You can also [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2013 signups|sign up for next year's competition]]. There will be no further newsletters this year, although brief notes may be sent out in December to remind everyone about the upcoming competition. It's been a pleasure to work with you all, and we hope to see you all in January! [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 00:42, 1 November 2012 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 starting soon ==

Hi there; you're receiving this message because you have previously [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send|shown interest]] in the WikiCup. This is just to remind you that the [[WP:CUP|2013 WikiCup]] will be starting on 1 January, and that [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2013 signups|signups will remain open]] throughout January. Old and new Wikipedians and WikiCup participants are warmly invited to take part in this year's competition. (Though, as a note to the more experienced participants, there have been [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring#What.27s_changed_from_last_year.3F|a few small rules changes]] in the last few months.) If you have already signed up, let this be a reminder; you will receive a message with your submissions' page soon. Please direct any questions to the [[WT:CUP|WikiCup talk page]]. Thanks! [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] 19:24, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

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== WikiCup 2013 January newsletter ==

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Signups are now ''closed''; we have our final 127 contestants for this year's competition. 64 contestants will make it to the next round at the end of February, but we're already seeing strong scoring compared to previous years. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}} currently leads, with 358 points. At this stage in 2012, the leader ({{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Grapple X}}) had 342 points, while in 2011, the leader had 228 points. We also have a large number of scorers when compared with this stage in previous years. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|12george1}} was the first competitor to score this year, as he was last year, with a [[Talk:Arkansas/GA1|detailed good article review]]. Some other firsts:
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|12george1}} was also the first to score for an article, with the good article [[Hurricane Gordon (2000)]]. Again, this is a repeat of last year!
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Buggie111}} was the first to score for a did you know, with [[Marquis Flowers]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Spencer}} was the first to score for an in the news, with [[2013 Houphouët-Boigny stampede]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Status}} was the first to score for a featured list, with [[list of Billboard Social 50 number-one artists|list of ''Billboard'' Social 50 number-one artists]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Adam Cuerden}} was the first to score for a featured picture, with [[:File:Thure de Thulstrup - L. Prang and Co. - Battle of Gettysburg - Restoration by Adam Cuerden.jpg]].

Featured articles, portals and topics, as well as good topics, are yet to feature in the competition.

This year, the bonus points system has been reworked, with bonus points on offer for old articles prepared for did you know, and "multiplier" points reworked to become more linear. For details, please see [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring]]. There have been some teething problems as the bot has worked its way around the new system, but issues should mostly be ironed out- please report any problems to the WikiCup talk page. Here are some participants worthy of note with regards to the bonus points:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ed!}} was the first to score bonus points, with [[Portland-class cruiser|''Portland''-class cruiser]], a good article.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}} has the highest overall bonus points, as well as the highest scoring article, thanks to his work on [[Enrico Fermi]], now a good article. The biography of such a significant figure to the history of science warrants nearly five times the normal score.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|HueSatLum}} claimed bonus points for [[René Vautier]] and [[Nicolas de Fer]], articles that did not exist on the English Wikipedia at the start of the year; a first for the WikiCup. The articles were eligible for bonus points because of fact they were both covered on a number of ''other'' Wikipedias.

Also, a quick mention of {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|The C of E}}, who may well have already written the [[WP:ODD|oddest]] article of the WikiCup this year: did you know that the Fucking mayor objected to [[Fucking Hell]] on the grounds that there was no Fucking brewery? The gauntlet has been thrown down; can anyone beat it?

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 00:37, 1 February 2013 (UTC)
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== Informing you of a PROD ==

Hi there, I saw that you were one of the users who contributed most to the [[Matthew Axelson]] article so I thought I would just let you know that it was PROD'd today by {{user|Beingsshepherd}} and it will be deleted after 5 March 2013 if left uncontested. Regards, —<font face=Verdana><span style="border:1px solid;border-radius:1.7em 0"><span style="background:#000;border-radius:1.5em 0 0"> -[[User:Dainomite|<font color=#FFF>dain</font>]]</span>[[User:Dainomite/t|<font color=#000>omite</font>]] &nbsp;</span></font> 18:44, 26 February 2013 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2013 February newsletter ==

Round 1 is now over. The top 64 scorers have progressed to round 2, where they have been randomly split into eight pools of eight. At the end of April, the top two from each pool, as well as the 16 highest scorers from those remaining, will progress to round 3. Commiserations to those eliminated; if you're interested in still being involved in the WikiCup, able and willing reviewers will always be needed, and if you're interested in getting involved with other collaborative projects, take a look at the WikiWomen's Month discussed below. 

Round 1 saw 21 competitors with over 100 points, which is fantastic; that suggests that this year's competition is going to be highly competative. Our lower scores indicate this, too: A score of 19 was required to reach round 2, which was significantly higher than the 11 points required in 2012 and 8 points required in 2011. The score needed to reach round 3 will be higher, and may depend on pool groupings. In 2011, 41 points secured a round 3 place, while in 2012, 65 was needed. Our top three scorers in round 1 were:
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}}, primarily for an array of warship GAs.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Miyagawa}}, primarily for an array of did you knows and good articles, some of which were awarded bonus points.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}}, due in no small part to [[Canis Minor]], a featured article awarded a total of 340 points. A joint submission with {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Keilana}}, this is the highest scoring single article yet submitted in this year's competition. 

Other contributors of note include:
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sven Manguard}}, whose [[Portal:Massachusetts]] is the first featured portal this year. The featured portal process is one of the less well-known featured processes, and featured portals have traditionally had little impact on WikiCup scores.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sasata}}, whose ''[[Mycena aurantiomarginata]]'' was the first featured article this year.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Muboshgu}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Wizardman}}, who both claimed points for articles in the [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/Major League Baseball tie-breakers|Major League Baseball tie-breakers]] topic, the first topic points in the competition.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Toa Nidhiki05}}, who claimed for the first full good topic with the [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/Casting Crowns studio albums|Casting Crowns studio albums]] topic.

Featured topics have still played no part in this year's competition, but once again, a [[WP:ODD|curious contribution]] has been offered by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|The C of E}}: did you know that there is a [[Shit Brook]] in Shropshire? With April Fools' Day during the next round, there will probably be a good chance of more unusual articles...

March sees the [[Wikipedia:WikiWomen's History Month|WikiWomen's History Month]], a series of collaborative efforts to aid the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Women's History|women's history WikiProject]] to coincide with [[Women's History Month]] and [[International Women's Day]]. A number of WikiCup participants have already started to take part. The project has a [[Wikipedia:WikiWomen's History Month/To-do list|to-do list]] of articles needing work on the topic of women's history. Those interested in helping out with the project can find articles in need of attention there, or, alternatively, add articles to the list. Those interested in collaborating on articles on women's history are also welcome to use the WikiCup talk page to find others willing to lend a helping hand. Another collaboration currently running is an [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup#Easter DYKs|an effort from WikiCup participants]] to coordinate a number of Easter-themed did you know articles. Contributions are welcome!

A few final administrative issues. From now on, submission pages will need only a link to the article and a link to the nomination page, or, in the case of good article reviews, a link to the review ''only''. See your submissions' page for details. This will hopefully make updating submission pages a little less tedious. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]]) 11:42, 1 March 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 March newsletter ==

We are halfway through round two. Pool A sees the strongest competition, with five out of eight of its competitors scoring over 100, and Pool H is lagging, with half of its competitors yet to score. WikiCup veterans lead overall; Pool A's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}} (2010's winner) leads overall, with poolmate {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Miyagawa}} (a finalist in 2011 and 2012) not far behind. Pool F's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}} (a finalist in 2010, 2011 and 2012) is in third. The top two scorers in each pool, as well as the next highest 16 scorers overall, will progress to round three at the end of April.

Today has seen a number of Easter-themed did you knows from WikiCup participants, and March has seen collaboration from contestants with [[Wikipedia:WikiWomen's History Month|WikiWomen's History Month]]. It's great to see the WikiCup being used as a locus of collaboration; if you know of any collaborative efforts going on, or want to start anything up, please feel free to use the WikiCup talk page to help find interested editors. As well as fostering collaboration, we're also seeing the Cup encouraging the improvement of high-importance articles through the bonus point system. Highlights from the last month include GAs on physicist [[Niels Bohr]] ({{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}}), on the [[European hare]] ({{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}}), on the constellation [[Circinus (constellation)|Circinus]] ({{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Keilana}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}}) and on the [[Third Epistle of John]] ({{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cerebellum}}). All of these subjects were covered on at least 50 Wikipedias at the beginning of the year and, subsequently, each contribution was awarded at least three times as many points as normal.

Wikipedians who enjoy friendly competition may be interested in participating in April's [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Wikify/Drives/2013/April|wikification drive]]. While wikifying an article is typically not considered "significant work" such that it can be claimed for WikiCup points, such [[Wikipedia:WikiGnome|gnomish]] work is often invaluable in keeping articles in shape, and is typically very helpful for new writers who may not be familiar with formatting norms.

A quick reminder: now, submission pages will need only a link to the article and a link to the nomination page, or, in the case of good article reviews, a link to the review ''only''. See your submissions' page for details. This will hopefully make updating submission pages a little less tedious. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]]) 22:31, 31 March 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 April newsletter ==

We are a week into Round 3, but it is off to a flying start, with {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sven Manguard}} claiming for the high-importance [[Portal:Sports]] and [[Portal:Geography]] (which are the first portals ever awarded bonus points in the WikiCup) and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}} claiming for a did you know of [[sea]], the highest scoring individual did you know article ever submitted for the WikiCup. Round 2 saw very impressive scores at close; first place {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}} and second place {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}} both scored over 1000 points; a feat not seen in Round 2 since 2010. This, in part, has been made possible by the change in the bonus points rules, but is also testament to the quality of the competition this year. Pool C and Pool G were most competitive, with three quarters of participants making it to Round 3, while Pool D was the least, with only the top two scorers making it through. The lowest qualifying score was 123, significantly higher than last year's 65, 2011's 41 or even 2010's 100.

The next issue of ''[[Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost|The Signpost]]'' is due to include a brief update on the current WikiCup, comparing it to previous years' competitions. This may be of interest to current WikiCup followers, and may help bring some more new faces into the community. We would also like to note that this round includes an extra competitor to the 32 advertised, who has been added to a random pool. This extra inclusion seems to have been the fairest way to deal with a small mistake made before the beginning of this round, but should not affect the competition in a large way. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please feel free to contact one of the judges.

A rules clarification: content promoted between rounds can be claimed in the round ''after'' the break, but ''not'' the round before. The case in point is content promoted on 29/30 April, which may be claimed in this round. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 15:55, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 June newsletter ==

We are down to our final 16: the 2013 semi-finals are upon us. A score of 321 was required to survive round 3, further cementing this as the most competitive WikiCup yet; round 3 was survived in 2012 with 243 points, in 2011 with 76 points and in 2010 with 250 points. The change may in part be to do with the fact that more articles are now awarded bonus points, in addition to more competitive play. Reaching the final has, in the past, required 573 points (2012, a 135% increase on the score needed to reach round 4), 150 points (2011, a 97% increase) and 417 points (2010, a 72% increase). This round has seen over a third of participants claiming points for featured articles (with seven users claiming for multiple featured articles) and most users have also gained bonus points. However, the majority of points continue to come from good articles, followed by did you know articles. In this round, every content type was utilised by at least one user, proving that the WikiCup brings together content contributors from all corners of the project.

Round 3 saw a number of contributions of note. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Figureskatingfan}} claimed the first featured topic points in this year's competition for her excellent work on [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/Maya Angelou|topics related to Maya Angelou]], the noted American author and poet. We have also continued to see high-importance articles improved as part of the competition: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ealdgyth}} was awarded a thoroughly well-earned 560 points for her featured article [[Middle Ages]] and 102 points for her good article [[Battle of Hastings]]. Good articles [[James Chadwick]] and [[Stanislaw Ulam]] netted {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}} 102 and 72 points respectively, while 72 points were awarded to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Piotrus}} for each of [[Władysław Sikorski]] and [[Emilia Plater]], both recently promoted to good article status. Collaborative efforts between WikiCup participants have continued, with, for example, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sasata}} being awarded 180 points each for their featured article on ''[[Boletus luridus]]''.

A rules reminder: content promoted between rounds can be claimed in the round ''after'' the break, but ''not'' the round before. The case in point is content promoted on the 29/30 June, which may be claimed in this round. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. We are currently seeing concern about the amount of time people have to wait for reviews, especially at GAC- if you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to reduce the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 10:02, 1 July 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 July newsletter ==

We're halfway through this year's penultimate round, and the competition is moving along well. Pool A's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sasata}} currently leads overall, while Pool B's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}} is second. Both leaders are WikiCup veterans, and both have already scored over 600 points this month. If the round were to end today, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Miyagawa}}, with 274 points, would be the lowest-scoring participant to make it through. This indicates that participants will need a score comparable to last year's (573, the highest ever) to qualify for the final. The high scores this year are a testament both to the quality of participants and to the increased focus on significant content (eligible for bonus points) in this year's competition. So far this round, both Sasata and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}} have made up over half of their score through bonus points, with, for example, high importance FA [[koala]] earning Sasata a total of 440 points (from a multiplier of 4.4) and high-importance GA [[sea]] earning Cwmhiraeth a total of 216 points (from a multiplier of 7.2). Other articles on important topics submitted this round include a featured article on the [[Norman conquest of England]] by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ealdgyth}}, and good articles on Nobel laureate in literature [[Henryk Sienkiewicz]], Nobel laureate in physics [[Hans Bethe]], and the noted [[Japanese aircraft carrier Hiryū|Japanese aircraft carrier ''Hiryū'']]. These articles are by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Piotrus}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}} and Sturmvogel_66 respectively.

Other than that, there is not much to report! If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to reduce the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 23:28, 31 July 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 August newsletter ==

This year's final is upon us. Our final eight, in order of last round's score, are:
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}}, a WikiCup newcomer who has contributed on topics of military history and physics, including a number of high-importance topics. Good articles have made up the bulk of his points, but he has also scored a great deal of bonus points. He has the second highest score overall so far, with more than 3000 points accumulated.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}}, another WikiCup veteran who reached the finals in 2012, 2011 and 2010. He writes on a variety of topics including botany, mycology and astronomy, and has claimed the highest or joint highest number of featured articles every round so far this year. He has the third highest score overall, with just under 3000 points accumulated.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}}, 2012 WikiCup champion, who writes mostly on [[marine biology]]. She has also contributed to high-importance topics, seeing huge numbers of bonus points for high-importance featured and good articles. Previous rounds have seen her scoring the most bonus points, with scoring spread across did you knows, good articles and featured articles.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sasata}}, a WikiCup veteran who finished in second place in 2012, and competed as early as 2009. He writes articles on biology, especially [[mycology]], and has scored highly for a number of collaborations at featured article candidates.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}}, the winner of the 2010 competition. His contributions mostly concern [[Naval history]], and he has scored a very large number of points for good articles and good article reviews in every round. He is the highest scorer overall this year, with over 3500 points in total.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ealdgyth}}, who is competing in the WikiCup for the second time, though this will be her first time in the final. A regular at FAC, she is mostly interested in British medieval history, and has scored very highly for some top-importance featured articles on the topic. 
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Miyagawa}}, a finalist in 2012 and 2011. He writes on a broad variety of topics, with many of this year's points coming from good articles about ''[[Star Trek]]''. Good articles make up the bulk of his points, and he had the most good articles back in round 2; he was also the highest scorer for DYK in rounds 1 and 2.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Adam Cuerden}} has previously been involved with the WikiCup, but hasn't participated for a number of years. He scores mostly from [[Photo restoration|restoration]] work leading to featured picture credits, but has also done some article writing and reviewing.

We say goodbye to eight great participants who did not qualify for the final: {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Piotrus}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Figureskatingfan}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|ThaddeusB}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Dana boomer}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Status}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ed!}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|12george1}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Calvin999}}. Having made it to this stage is still an excellent achievement, and you can leave with your heads held high. We hope to see you all again next year. '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2014 signups|Signups are now open]]''' for the 2014 WikiCup, which will begin on 1 January. All Wikipedians, whatever their interest or level of experience, are warmly invited to participate in next year's competition.

This last month has seen some incredible contributions; for instance, Cwmhiraeth's [[Starfish]] and Ealdgyth's [[Battle of Hastings]]—two highly important, highly viewed pages—made it to featured article status. It would be all too easy to focus solely on these stunning achievements at the expense of those participants working in lower-scoring areas, when in fact all WikiCup participants are doing excellent work. A mention of everything done is impossible, but here are a few: Last round saw the completion of several good topics (on the [[1958 Atlantic hurricane season|1958]], [[1959 Atlantic hurricane season|1959]] and [[1962 Atlantic hurricane season|1962]] Atlantic hurricane seasons) to which 12george1 had contributed. Calvin999 saw [[S&M (song)|"S&M" (song)]], on which he has been working for several years, through to featured article status on its tenth try. Figureskatingfan continued towards her goal of a broad featured/good topic on [[Maya Angelou]], with two featured and four good articles. ThaddeusB contributed significantly to over 20 articles which appeared on the main page's "in the news" section. Adam Cuerden continued to restore a large number of historical images, resulting in over a dozen FP credits this round alone. The WikiCup is not just about top-importance featured articles, and the work of all of these users is worthy of commendation.

Finally, the usual notices: If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to reduce the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 05:37, 29 August 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiProject Military history coordinator election ==

Greetings from [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|WikiProject Military history]]!  As a member of the project, you are invited to take part in our annual [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators|project coordinator]] election, which will determine our coordinators for the next twelve months. If you wish to cast a vote, please do so on the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2013|'''election page''']] by 23:59 (UTC) on 28 September! [[User:Kirill Lokshin|Kirill]]&nbsp;<sup>[[User talk:Kirill Lokshin|[talk]]]</sup> 17:01, 16 September 2013 (UTC)
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If you have uploaded other unlicensed media, please check whether they're used in any articles or not. You can find a list of 'file' pages you have edited by clicking on the "[[Special:Contributions/Sherurcij|my contributions]]" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that all non-free media not used in any '''articles''' will be deleted after seven days, as described on [[wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion#Files|criteria for speedy deletion]]. Thank you.<!-- Template:Orphaned --> [[User:Werieth|Werieth]] ([[User talk:Werieth|talk]]) 23:36, 24 September 2013 (UTC)

== Obscure reference ==

Some years ago you inserted an obscure reference mentioning only volume and page, with no title and other necessary information, at [[Ahnenerbe#Skulls]].  Could you please fill it up?
: — [[Special:Contributions/189.61.0.190|189.61.0.190]] ([[User talk:189.61.0.190|talk]]) 22:12, 28 September 2013 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2013 September newsletter ==

In 30 days, we will know the identity of our 2013 WikiCup champion. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}} currently leads; if that lead is held, she will become the first person to have won the WikiCup twice. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sasata}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}}—who has never participated in the competition before—and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}} follow. The majority of points in this round have come from a mix of good articles and bonus points. This final round is seeing contributions to a number of highly important topics; recent submissions include [[Phoenix (constellation)]] (FA by Casliber), [[Ernest Lawrence]] (GA by Hawkeye7), [[Pinniped]], and [[red fox]] (both GAs by Sasata).

The did you know (DYK) [[Wikipedia:DYK#Eligibility criteria|eligibility criteria]] have recently changed, meaning that newly passed good articles are accepted as "new" for did you know purposes. However, in the interests of not changing the WikiCup rules mid-competition, please note that only articles eligible for DYK under the old system (that is, newly created articles or 5x expansions) will be eligible for points in this year's WikiCup. We do, however, have time to discuss how this new system will work for next year's competition; a discussion will be opened in due course. On that note, '''[[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Next year's competition- brainstorm|thoughts are welcome]]''' on changes you'd like to see for next year. What worked? What didn't work? What would you like to see more of? What would you like to see less of? All Wikipedians, new or old, are also warmly invited to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2014 signups|sign up for the 2014 WikiCup]]'''.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to reduce the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 22:59, 1 October 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2013 October newsletter ==

The WikiCup is over for another year! Our champion, for the second year running, is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}}. Our final nine were as follows:
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sasata}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Adam Cuerden}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Miyagawa}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Piotrus}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ealdgyth}}

All those who reached the final win prizes, and prizes will also be going to the following participants:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Casliber}} wins the FA prize, for four featured articles in round 4, worth 400 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}} wins the GA prize, for 20 good articles in round 3, worth 600 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Another Believer}} wins the FL prize, for four featured lists in round 2, worth 180 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Adam Cuerden}} wins the FP prize, for 23 featured pictures in round 5, worth 805 point.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sven Manguard}} wins the FPo prize, for 2 featured portals in round 3, worth 70 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Hawkeye7}} wins the topic prize, for a 23-article featured topic in round 5, worth 230 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}} wins the DYK prize, for 79 did you know articles in round 5, worth 570 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|ThaddeusB}} wins the ITN prize, for 23 in the news articles in round 4, worth 270 points.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Ed!}} wins the GAR prize, for 24 good article reviews in round 1, worth 96 points.
*The judges are awarding the Oddball Barnstar to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|The C of E}}, for some curious contributions in earlier rounds.
*Finally, the judges are awarding {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Cwmhiraeth}} the Geography Barnstar for her work on [[sea]], now a featured article. This top-importance article was the highest-scoring this year; when it was promoted to FA status, Cwmhiraeth could claim 720 points.

Prizes will be handed out in the coming weeks. Please be patient!

Congratulations to everyone who has been successful in this year's WikiCup, whether you made it to the final rounds or not, and a particular congratulations to the newcomers to the WikiCup who have achieved this year. Thanks to all who have taken part and helped out with the competition. While it has been an excellent year, errors have opened up the judges' eyes to the need for a third judge, and it is with pleasure that we announce that experienced WikiCup participant [[User:Miyagawa|Miyagawa]] will be acting as a judge from now on. We hope you will all join us in welcoming him to the team.

Next year's competition begins on 1 January. You are invited to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2014 signups|sign up to participate]]'''; it is open to all Wikipedians, new and old. [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Next year's competition- brainstorm|Brainstorming and discussion]] remains open for how next year's competition will work, and straw polls will be opened by the judges soon. Those interested in friendly competition may also like to keep an eye on [[User:Casliber/Stub contest|the stub contest]], being organised by Casliber. The WikiCup judges will be back in touch over the coming months, and we hope to see you all in the 2014 competition. Until then, it only remains to once again congratulate our worthy winners, and thank all participants for their involvement! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]) and [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) 00:38, 1 November 2013 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2014 January newsletter ==

The 2014 WikiCup is off to a flying start, with, at time of writing, 138 participants. The is the largest number of participants we have seen since 2010. If you are yet to join the competition, don't worry- the judges have agreed to keep the '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2014 signups|signups open]]''' for a few more days. By a wide margin, our current leader is newcomer {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}}, whose set of [[Wikipedia:Featured picture candidates/U.S. Treasury (Coin) Notes - complete type set|14 featured pictures]], the first FPs of the competition, was worth 490 points. Here are some more noteworthy scorers:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|12george1}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|TropicalAnalystwx13}} were the first people to score, for the good article [[Tropical Storm Bret (1981)]] and its good article review respectively. 12george1 was also the first person to score in 2012 and 2013.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sven Manguard}} scored the first ITN points for [[2014 North American polar vortex]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|WonderBoy1998}} scored points for an early good topic, finishing off [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/She Wolf]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|TheAustinMan}} scored the first bonus points of the competition, for his work on [[Typhoon Vera]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Igordebraga}} has scored the highest number of bonus points for a single article, for the high-importance [[Jurassic Park (film)|''Jurassic Park'' (film)]].

Featured articles, featured lists, featured topics and featured portals are yet to play a part in the competition. The judges have removed a number of submissions which were deemed ineligible. Typically, we aim to see work on a project, followed by a nomination, followed by promotion, this year. We apologise for any disappointment caused by our strict enforcement this year; we're aiming to keep the competition as fair as possible.

Wikipedians interested in friendly competition may be interested to take part in [[Wikipedia:The Core Contest|The Core Contest]]; unlike the WikiCup, The Core Contest is not about audited content, but, like the WikiCup, it is about article improvement; specifically, The Core Contest is about contribution to some of Wikipedia's most important article. Of course, any work done for The Core Contest, if it leads to a DYK, GA or FA, can earn WikiCup points.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]), [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) and [[User:Miyagawa|Miyagawa]] ([[User talk:Miyagawa|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/Miyagawa|email]]) 19:54, 1 February 2014 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2014 February newsletter ==

And so ends the most competitive first round we have ever seen, with 38 points required to qualify for round 2. Last year, 19 points secured a place; before that, 11 (2012) or 8 (2011) were enough. This is both a blessing and a curse. While it shows the vigourous good health of the competition, it also means that we have already lost many worthy competitors. Our top three scorers were:

#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}}, a WikiCup newcomer whose high-quality scans of rare banknotes represent an unusual, interesting and valuable contribution to Wikipedia. Most of Godot's points this round have come from a large set of pictures used in [[Treasury Note (1890–91)]].
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Adam Cuerden}}, a WikiCup veteran and a finalist last year, Adam is also a featured picture specialist, focusing on the restoration of historical images. This month's promotions have included a carefully restored set of artist [[William Russell Flint]]'s work.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|WikiRedactor}}, another WikiCup newcomer. WikiRedactor has claimed points for good article reviews and good articles relating to pop music, many of which were awarded bonus points. Articles include [[Sky Ferreira]], ''[[Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus]]'' and [[Wrecking Ball (Miley Cyrus song)|"Wrecking Ball" (Miley Cyrus song)]].

Other competitors of note include:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Hahc21}}, who helped take ''[[Thirty Flights of Loving]]'' through good article candidates and featured article candidates, claiming the first first featured article of the competition.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Prism}}, who claimed the first featured list of the competition with [[Natalia Kills discography]].
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cwmhiraeth}}, who takes the title of the contributor awarded the highest bonus point multiplier (resulting in the highest scoring article) of the competition so far. Her high-importance [[salamander]], now a good article, scored 108 points.

After such a competitive first round, expect the second round to also be fiercely fought. Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 1 but before the start of round 2 can be claimed in round 2, but please do not update your submission page until March (UTC). Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page. Remember, if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points equally.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]), [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) and [[User:Miyagawa|Miyagawa]] ([[User talk:Miyagawa|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/Miyagawa|email]]) 00:01, 1 March 2014 (UTC)
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==[[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|Speedy deletion]] nomination of [[:Glenn Neville Ford]]==
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A tag has been placed on [[:Glenn Neville Ford]] requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under [[WP:CSD#A7|section A7 of the criteria for speedy deletion]], because the article appears to be about a person, organization (band, club, company, ''etc.''), web content or organised event, but it does not indicate how or why the subject is important or significant: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the [[WP:CSD#Articles|criteria for speedy deletion]], such articles may be deleted at any time. Please read more about [[Wikipedia:Notability (summary)|what is generally accepted as notable]]. 

If you think this page should not be deleted for this reason, you may '''contest the nomination''' by [[:Glenn Neville Ford|visiting the page]] and clicking the button labelled "Click here to contest this speedy deletion". This will give you the opportunity to explain why you believe the page should not be deleted. However, be aware that once a page is tagged for speedy deletion, it may be removed without delay. Please do not remove the speedy deletion tag from the page yourself, but do not hesitate to add information in line with [[Wikipedia:List of policies|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]]. If the page is deleted, and you wish to retrieve the deleted material for future reference or improvement, you can place a request [[WP:RFUD|here]]. <!-- Template:Db-notability-notice -->  [[User:Racklever|Racklever]] ([[User talk:Racklever|talk]]) 11:30, 12 March 2014 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2014 March newsletter ==

A quick update as we are half way through round two of this year's competition. WikiCup newcomer {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}} (Pool E) leads, having produced a massive set of featured pictures for [[Silver certificate (United States)]], an article also brought to featured list status. Former finalist {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Adam Cuerden}} (Pool G) is in second, which he owes mostly to his work with historical images, including a number of images from ''[[Urania's Mirror]]'', an article also brought to good status. 2010 champion {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sturmvogel_66}} (Pool C) is third overall, thanks to contributions relating to naval history, including the newly featured [[Japanese battleship Nagato|Japanese battleship ''Nagato'']]. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cliftonian}}, who currently leads Pool A and is sixth overall, takes the title for the highest scoring individual article of the competition so far, with the top importance featured article [[Ian Smith]].

With 26 people having already scored over 100 points, it is likely that well over 100 points will be needed to secure a place in round 3. Recent years have required 123 (2013), 65 (2012), 41 (2011) and 100 (2010). Remember that only 64 will progress to round 3 at the end of April. Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page; if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points equally. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]), [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) and [[User:Miyagawa|Miyagawa]] ([[User talk:Miyagawa|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/Miyagawa|email]]) 22:55, 31 March 2014 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2014 April newsletter ==

Round 3 of the 2014 WikiCup has just begun; 32 competitors remain. Pool G's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Adam Cuerden}} was Round 2's highest scorer, with a large number of featured picture credits. In March/April, he restored star charts from ''[[Urania's Mirror]]'', lithographs of various warships (such as [[SMS Gefion|SMS ''Gefion'']]) and assorted other historical media. Second overall was Pool E's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}}, whose featured list [[Silver certificate (United States)]] contains dozens of scans of banknotes recently promoted to featured picture status. Third was Pool G's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|ChrisGualtieri}} who has produced a large number of good articles, many, including [[Falkner Island]], on Connecticut-related topics. Other successful participants included {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cliftonian}}, who saw three articles (including the top-importance [[Ian Smith]]) through featured article candidacies, and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Caponer}}, who saw three lists (including the beautifully-illustrated [[list of plantations in West Virginia]]) through featured list candidacies. High-importance good articles promoted this round include [[narwhal]] from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Reid,iain james}}, [[tiger]] from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cwmhiraeth}} and ''[[The Lion King]]'' from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Igordebraga}}. We also saw our first featured topic points of the competition, awarded to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Czar}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Red Phoenix}} for their work on the [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/Sega Genesis|Sega Genesis topic]]. No points have been claimed so far for good topics or featured portals.

192 was our lowest qualifying score, again showing that this WikiCup is the most competitive ever. In previous years, 123 (2013), 65 (2012), 41 (2011) or 100 (2010) secured a place in Round 3. Pool H was the strongest performer, with all but one of its members advancing, while only the two highest scorers in Pools G and F advanced. At the end of June, 16 users will advance into the semi-finals. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]] ([[User talk:J Milburn|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/J Milburn|email]]), [[User:The ed17|The ed17]] ([[User talk:The ed17|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/The ed17|email]]) and [[User:Miyagawa|Miyagawa]] ([[User talk:Miyagawa|talk]] • [[Special:Emailuser/Miyagawa|email]]) 17:57, 4 May 2014 (UTC)
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== Nomination of [[:Daniel Gunther]] for deletion ==
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Daniel Gunther ]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.<!-- Template:afd-notice --> [[User:Gbawden|Gbawden]] ([[User talk:Gbawden|talk]]) 10:37, 3 June 2014 (UTC)

==I saw the video==

Great news!  I have my fingers crossed we will see you back soon!  [[User:Geo Swan|Geo Swan]] ([[User talk:Geo Swan|talk]]) 23:33, 4 June 2014 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2014 June newsletter ==

After an extremely close race, Round 3 is over. 244 points secured a place in Round 4, which is comparable to previous years- 321 was required in 2013, while 243 points were needed in 2012. Pool C's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}} was the round's highest scorer, mostly due to a 32 featured pictures, including both scans and photographs. Also from Pool C, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Casliber}} finished second overall, claiming three featured articles, including the high-importance [[Grus (constellation)]]. Third place was Pool B's {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sturmvogel_66}}, whose contributions included featured articles [[Russian battleship Poltava (1894)|Russian battleship ''Poltava'' (1894)]] and [[Russian battleship Peresvet|Russian battleship ''Peresvet'']]. Pool C saw the highest number of participants advance, with six out of eight making it to the next round.

The round saw this year's first featured portal, with {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sven Manguard}} taking [[Portal:Literature]] to featured status. The round also saw the first good topic points, thanks to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|12george1}} and the [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/2013 Atlantic hurricane season|2013 Atlantic hurricane season]]. This means that all content types have been claimed this year. Other contributions of note this round include a featured topic on [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/Maya Angelou autobiographies|Maya Angelou's autobiographies]] from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Figureskatingfan}}, a good article on the noted Czech footballer [[Tomáš Rosický]] from {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cloudz679}} and [[:File:Charlie Murder screenshot 5.png|a now-featured video game screenshot]], freely released due to the efforts of {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sven Manguard}}.

The judges would like to remind participants to update submission pages promptly. This means that content can be checked, and allows those following the competition (including those participating) to keep track of scores effectively. This round has seen discussion about various aspects of the WikiCup's rules and procedures. Those interested in the competition can be assured that formal discussions about how next year's competition will work will be opened shortly, and all are welcome to voice their views then.  If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on Wikipedia talk:WikiCup, and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> {{user|J Milburn}} {{user|The ed17}} and {{user|Miyagawa}} 18:48, 30 June 2014 (UTC)
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== Nomination of [[:James Marcinkowski]] for deletion ==
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/James Marcinkowski (2nd nomination) ]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.<!-- Template:afd-notice -->[[User:Johnpacklambert|John Pack Lambert]] ([[User talk:Johnpacklambert|talk]]) 04:49, 23 August 2014 (UTC)

== Nomination of [[:Tarik Shah]] for deletion ==
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Tarik Shah ]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== WikiCup 2014 August newsletter ==

The final of the 2014 WikiCup begins in a few short minutes! Our eight finalists are listed below, along with their placement in Round 4:

#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}}, a WikiCup newcomer, finished top of Pool A and was the round's highest scorer. Godot is a featured picture specialist, claiming large numbers of points due to high-quality scans of historical documents, especially banknotes.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Casliber}} is a WikiCup veteran, having been a finalist every year since 2010. In the semi-final, he was Pool B's highest scorer. Cas's points primarily come from articles on the natural sciences.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Czar}} was Pool A's runner-up. Czar's points come mostly from content related to independent video games, including both articles and topics.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Adam Cuerden}} was Pool B's runner-up. Another featured picture specialist, many of Adam's points come from the restoration of historical media. He has been a WikiCup finalist twice before.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cwmhiraeth}} won the WikiCup in 2012 and 2013, and enters this final as the first wildcard. She focuses on biology-related articles, and has worked on several high-importance articles.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|12george1}} is the second wildcard. George's points come primarily from meteorology-related articles. This year and last year, George was the first person in the competition to score.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sturmvogel 66}}, the third wildcard, was the 2010 champion and a finalist last year. His writes mostly on military history, especially naval history.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Bloom6132}}, the fourth and final wildcard, has participated in previous WikiCups, but not reached any finals. Bloom's points are mostly thanks to did you knows, featured lists and good articles related to sport and national symbols.

We say goodbye to this year's semi-finalists. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Matty.007}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|ThaddeusB}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|WikiRedactor}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Figureskatingfan}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Yellow Evan}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Prism}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cloudz679}} have all performed well to reach this stage of the competition, and we hope they will all be joining us again next year.

There are two upcoming competitions unrelated to the WikiCup which may be of interest to those who receive this newsletter. The [[Wikipedia:Stub Contest|Stub Contest]] will run through September, and revolves around expanding stub articles, especially high-importance or old stubs. In addition, a proposal has been made for a new competition, the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup|GA Cup]], which the organisers plan to run next year. This competition is based on the WikiCup and aims to reduce the good article review backlog.

There is now '''[[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#2014/2015_brainstorming|a thread]]''' for brainstorming on how next year's WikiCup competition should work. Please come along and share your thoughts- What works? What doesn't work? What needs changing? Signups for next year's competition will be open soon; we will be in touch. If, at this stage of the competition, you are keen to help the with the WikiCup, please do what you can to participate in review processes. Our finalists will find things much easier if the backlogs at good article candidates, featured article candidates, featured picture candidates and the rest are kept at a minimum. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> {{user|J Milburn}} {{user|The ed17}} and {{user|Miyagawa}} 22:09, 31 August 2014 (UTC)
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== WikiProject Military history coordinator election ==

Greetings from [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|WikiProject Military history]]!  As a member of the project, you are invited to take part in our annual [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators|project coordinator]] election, which will determine our coordinators for the next twelve months. If you wish to cast a vote, please do so on the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2014|'''election page''']] by 23:59 (UTC) on 28 September! [[User:The ed17|Ed]]&nbsp;<sup>[[User talk:The ed17|[talk]]]&nbsp;[[WP:OMT|[majestic titan]]]</sup> 22:07, 23 September 2014 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2014 September newsletter ==

In one month's time, we will know our WikiCup 2014 champion. Newcomer {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}} has taken a strong lead with a featured list ([[historical coats of arms of the U.S. states from 1876]]) and a raft of featured pictures. Reigning champion {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cwmhiraeth}} is in second place with a number of high-importance biology articles, including new FA [[Isopoda]] and new GA [[least weasel]]. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Casliber}}, who is in his fifth WikiCup final, is in third, with featured articles [[Pictor]] and ''[[Epacris impressa]]''.

[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2015 signups|Signups for the 2015 WikiCup are open]]. All Wikipedians, new and experienced, are warmly invited to sign up for the competition. Wikipedians interested in friendly competition may also like to [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup/Sign-up|sign up]] for the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup|GA Cup]], a new WikiCup-inspired competition which revolves around completing good article reviews. As ever, questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> {{user|J Milburn}} {{user|The ed17}} and {{user|Miyagawa}} 22:11, 30 September 2014 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2014: The results ==

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The 2014 WikiCup champion is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}}, who flew the flag of the [[Smithsonian Institution]]. This was Godot13's first WikiCup competition and, over the 10 months of the competition, he has produced (among other contributions) two featured lists and an incredible 292 featured pictures, including architectural photographs and scans of historical documents. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cwmhiraeth}}, 2012 and 2013 WikiCup champion, came in second, having written a large number of biology-related articles. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Casliber}}, WikiCup finalist every year since 2010, finished in third.

A full list of our prize-winners follows:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}} wins the prize for '''first place''' and the '''FP prize''' for 181 featured pictures in the final round.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Cwmhiraeth}} wins the prize for '''second place''' and the '''DYK prize''' for 65 did you knows in the final round.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Casliber}} wins the prize for '''third place''' and the '''FA prize''' for four featured articles in the final round.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Czar}} wins the prize for '''fourth place'''
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sturmvogel 66}} wins a '''final 8''' prize.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Bloom6132}} wins a '''final 8''' prize.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|12george1}} wins a '''final 8''' prize.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|ChrisGualtieri}} wins the '''GA prize''' for 27 good articles in round 2 and the '''review prize''' for 28 good article reviews in round 1.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Caponer}} wins the '''FL prize''' for three featured lists in round 2.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Sven Manguard}} wins the '''FPo prize''' his work on featured portals.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Figureskatingfan}} wins the '''topic prize''' for a nine-article featured topic in round 3.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|ThaddeusB}} wins the '''news prize''' for 28 in the news articles in round 3.

Congratulations to everyone who has been successful in this year's WikiCup, whether you made it to the final rounds or not, and a particular congratulations to the newcomers to the WikiCup who have participated this year. We warmly invite all of you to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2015 signups|sign up]]''' for next year's competition. Discussions and polls concerning potential rules changes are also '''[[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Straw polls: 2014-2015|open]]''', and all are welcome to participate. The WikiCup judges will be back in touch over the coming months, and we hope to see you all in the 2014 competition. Until then, it only remains to once again congratulate our worthy winners, and thank all participants for their involvement! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> {{user|J Milburn}} {{user|The ed17}} and {{user|Miyagawa}} 22:52, 4 November 2014 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2015 is just around the corner... ==

Hello everyone, and may we wish you all a happy holiday season. As you will probably already know, the 2015 WikiCup begins in the new year; there is still time to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2015 signups|sign up]]'''. We have a few important announcements concerning the future of the WikiCup.

*We would like to announce that Josh ([[User:J Milburn|J Milburn]]) and Ed ([[User:The ed17|The ed17]]), who have been WikiCup judges since 2009 and 2010 respectively, are stepping down. This decision has been made for a number of reasons, but the main one is time. Both Josh and Ed have found that, over the previous year, they have been unable to devote the time necessary to the WikiCup, and it is not likely that they will be able to do this in the near future. Furthermore, new people at the helm can only help to invigorate the WikiCup and keep it dynamic. Josh and Ed will still be around, and will likely be participating in the Cup this following year as competitors, which is where both started out.
*In a similar vein, we hope you will all join us in welcoming Jason ([[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]]) and Christine ([[User:Figureskatingfan|Figureskatingfan]]), who are joining Brian ([[User:Miyagawa|Miyagawa]]) to form the 2015 WikiCup judging team. Jason is a WikiCup veteran, having won in 2010 and finishing in fifth this year. Christine has participated in two WikiCups, reaching the semi-finals in both, and is responsible for the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup|GA Cup]], which she now co-runs.
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== WikiCup 2015 launch newsletter ==

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Round one of the 2015 WikiCup has begun! So far we've had around 80 signups, which close on February 5. If you have not already signed up and want to do so, then you can add your name '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2015 signups|here]]'''. There have been changes to to several of the points scores for various categories, and the addition of Peer Reviews for the first time. These will work in the same manner as Good Article Reviews, and all of the changes are summarised [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring#What's changed from last year?|here]].

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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Calvin Greenup ]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== WikiCup 2015 March newsletter ==

[[File:FRG-2a-Allied West Germany-1 Deutsche Mark (1948).jpg|right|thumb|One of several of Godot13's quality submissions during round 1]]
That's it, the first round is done, sign-ups are closed and we're into round 2. 64 competitors made it into this round, and are now broken into eight groups of eight. The top two of each group will go through to round 3, and then the top scoring 16 "wildcards" across all groups. Round 1 saw some interesting work on some very important articles, with the round leader {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Freikorp}} owing most of his 622 points scored to a [[WP:FA|Featured Article]] on the 2001 film ''[[Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within]]'' which qualified for a times-two multiplier. This is a higher score than in previous years, as {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant5|Godot13}} had 500 points in 2014 at the end of round 1, and our very own judge, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant4|Sturmvogel_66}} led round 1 with 601 points in 2013.

In addition to Freikorp's work, some other important articles and pictures were improved during round one, here's a snapshot of a few of them:
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Cwmhiraeth}} took [[Bumblebee]], a [[Wikipedia:Vital articles/Expanded/Biology and health sciences|level-4 vital article]], to [[Wikipedia:Good articles|Good Article]];
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|AHeneen}} worked-up the [[Malaysia Airlines Flight 370]] article, also to Good Article status;
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Rodw}} developed an extremely timely article to Good Article, taking ''[[Magna Carta]]'' there some 800 years after it was first sealed;
*And last but not least, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Godot13}} worked up a number of [[WP:FP|Featured Pictures]] during round 1, including the 1948 one [[Deutsche Mark]] ''(pictured right)'', receiving the maximum bonus due to the number of Wikis that the related article appears in.

You may also wish to know that [[Wikipedia:The Core Contest|The Core Contest]] is running through the month of March. Head there for further details - they even have actual prizes!

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hi {{ping|Sherurcij}} , I'm new at Wikipedia, I'm contributing on various terrorism related pages till now. I want to join Wikiproject on Terrorism. What is the procedure of joining any project? Thank you. --[[User:Human3015|'''<span style="color:red;">Human</span><span style="color:green;">3015</span>''']] 15:36, 27 March 2015 (UTC)

== Al-Shabaab support inside Wikipedia ==

Hi, I have read your interesting comments about [[user:Middayexpress]]. You were called "racist" by this user, who seems to be related to the "nazi version" of the muslim fanatism in Somalia.

Of course I agree with you, but I want to add the following information, in case you want to investigate the "Al-Shabaab-ISIS" issue & presence inside Wikipedia. Thanks anyway:

''MIDDAYEXPRESS: supposed involvement in MUSLIM TERRORISM SUPPORT''

She is a Somali woman living in the UK, probably in London, who is accused to be with pathological behavior while controlling in en.wiki all articles on Somalia. She has caused  to abandon Wikipedia at least one user  (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Chuckupd), who wrote that "I'm not the only one being attacked (by Middayexpress) without mercy" and "Middayexpress, you are hopelessly insane " and finally "I give up on Wikipedia. Middayexpress has accused me with so many lies that it has become unbearably depressing. I'm not the only one being attacked without mercy. One of these days, I hope she will be banned and then I might consider returning here."

Another wiki user ([[user: Buckshot06]]) wrote that "Middayexpress is in long-standing, continual violation of WP:NPOV, continually rolls back edits that do not reflect his views (IDONTLIKEIT/Disruptive editing, plus WP:UNDUE over-positive views of the Somali situation), and continually attempts to WP:OWN a wide range of Somalia articles." And this statement was supported by User:Bobrayner, who wrote that "I share Buckshot06's concerns. However, I feel the problem may be more widespread, as I have seen Middayexpress doing the same kind of pov-pushing on other articles related to Somalia and the surrounding region".

Buckshot06 wrote (on 17 February 2014): "Middayexpress, I remain increasingly concerned about your distortions of sources in both these articles. Beyond the issue of the TFG's security forces in Mogadishu in December 2006-January 2007, these include putting words in the mouth of a senior Ethiopian official, who did not say that Ethiopia had 8,000 troops in Somalia in November 2013, distorting a meeting between Italian and Somali officials in 2012 into a claim that Somali had started rebuilding its air force in 2000-2010, and inventing aircraft numbers and entire aircraft from the Library of Congress Country Study. Why do you continually readd the SM-1019s that are not listed in the Country Study?".....and user Nick-D (talk) added:" I've noticed that your edits to these articles seem to put an unduly positive "spin" on things. For instance, in your most recent edit to the Somali Civil War article [1] you removed material sourced to a January 2013 academic journal article by Laura Hammond in which she argued that "[M]uch of rural Somalia remains in the hands of al-Shabaab" and replaced it with more positive material sourced to a November 2012 news story which argues that 85% of the country was under government control at the time. You did not provide a rationale for this change (especially removing material outright rather than noting differing viewpoints) and I'm wondering why you made this change?"

[[User:Gobonobo]]  added the negative comments that "Middayexpress can be a difficult editor to work with. Middayexpress tends to exert ownership over Somalia-related articles, employing an editing style that is combative and adversarial, often refactoring other's contributions and/or edit-warring to preserve their preferred version of an article. Sometimes Middayexpress exhibits tendentious behavior, removing sourced material that is critical of Somalia or Somali people". Additionally User:StoneProphet  pinpointed that Middayexpress did  "rampant cherry-picking of sources and content".

Middaexpress had fights from his first wiki-moments even with admins (like http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Kwamikagami/old , who accused Middayexpress of "violating basic Wikipedia policy") and with many other users. 

Middayexpress has even insulted users, like [[User:Sherurcij]], who was called "racist" ( http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Somalia_Affair&action=historysubmit&diff=303950062&oldid=303948740 ).

Middayexpress was "restricted" from posting by admin EdJohnston for some months in June 2010, after an edit-warring with user StoneProphet (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User_talk:Middayexpress/Archive_11).

User:Baboon43 accused Middayexpress of meatpuppetry in a sockpuppet investigation (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Sockpuppet_investigations/Runehelmet/Archive ). He wrote:
"Middayexpress is a meatpuppet master for Runehelmet as seen on Runehelmets talk page once middayexpress began into a dispute with me he went over to call runehelmet into the discussion [[27]] and rune also does the same vice versa [[28]]..These two individuals would rather have a page dominated by somali-centric material and seem to turn a blind eye on other ethnic groups as seen here [[29]]..Gyrofrog does not enter discussion on a wide scale like Runehelmet does so that is not comparable..If an editor pushes pov and seems to take your side in a discussion always and you go invite him then that is not acceptable..also your example about you and runehelmet disagreeing on article doesnt matter because that article is strictly somali oriented(squabbling in your own pot)..runehelmet would rather tag team if possible based on his behavior & he prefers to tag team strictly with Middayexpress....User Runehelmet also seems like a meatpuppet for User_talk:Middayexpress as clearly seen on runehelmets talk page [6]..midday passes on articles for runehelmet to add on his watchlist clearing way for both users to appear on WP:OBSART and wp:CAN..it seems other users have brought up their behavior in previous discussion [[7]]..middayexpress invites runehelmet to discussions which is also clearly seen on the talk page..they back each other to push consensus seen here [8] & [9]..also the only time Runehelmet seems to accept consensus in a dispute is if middayexpress enters the discussion as seen here [10] & [11]"  Baboon43 (talk) 09:35, 26 November 2012 (UTC)

[[User:Bricology]] found that Middaexpress was "hiding it in a long, dense and relatively undifferentiated timeline" the issue of poaching as a source of funds for the Somalian terrorist group Al-Shabaab. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Al-Shabaab_(militant_group)#Moving_on...). He even wrote:  "Middayexpress, you either presume that you have the power to unilaterally change other editors' work or you misunderstand the relevant issue, or both". 

This tentative to "help" the image of Al-Shabaab in Wikipedia (similar to the one denounced by user Nick-D ) raises doubts, and creates the possibility that Middayexpress has a supposed involvement in Muslim terrorism support. Indeed she has an astonishing knowledge of Al-Shabaab activity in the last years: '''this knowledge can only possessed by an insider (or a closely-related insider) of this terrorist organization!''' 

Furthermore, Middayexpress has shown a "fanatical hate" (similar to the one of members of Al-Shabaab) against Christianity in Somalia, as is clearly evidenced from her cancellation of serious bibliography and data in the voice "Roman Catholicism in Somalia" (https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Roman_Catholicism_in_Somalia&oldid=320544261): she has made disappear that "The Bishop of Mogadishu, Franco Filippini, declared in 1940 that there were about 40,000 Somali Catholics due to the work of missionaries in the rural regions of Juba and Shebelle, but [[WWII]] damaged in an irreversibly way most of the catholic missions in [[Italian Somalia]].<ref>Tripodi, Paolo. ''The Colonial Legacy in Somalia''. p. 66</ref> ". She angrily (as a possible al-Shabaab member or sympathizer) denied her POV-caused disappearances (https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Talk:Roman_Catholicism_in_Somalia&oldid=320948362).

Middayexpress even attacked with continuous "malignity" user Oldsettler accusing him of sockpuppetry until she obtained the help of "wikimafia" user Vituzzu (read about this Sicilian-calabrese: [http://wikipediocracy.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=95904 The Stewarts are firmly in control]): she wanted and obtained to "decapitate without pity in Wikipedia" Oldsettler with the same kind of malignity & hate shown in Syria by ISIS terrorists. Oldsettler wrote "The malignity of this Middayexpress is unbelievable. Why against me? I have never done anything with him/her or against him/her, but -after obtaining to erase my dad's photo- now attacks me continuously repeating the same accusations again and again and again with his/her typical "byzantine phrases" full of the same things. I have read his/her 60 archives and I have found that he/she is a Somalian living in the UK (probably in the London area full of supporters of ISIS (read [46]) and that he/she has had "fightings" with many wikipedians. He/she has collected many blocks and menaces of blocks for his/her continuous edit-warrings and seems to promote muslim POVs in a way that remembers the religious fanatism: most important to me, he/she seems to "hate" colonialism and western colonialists, so probably he/she identifies me with the Italians who colonized Somalia....and this can explain his/her attacks against me." 

Furthermore Vituzzu is known in the Italian wiki as one of the main bosses of the “Italian wikimafia”. Some websites denounce him, like “Wikiperle” (read in Italian : htp://wikiperle.blogspot.com/2013/05/wikipedia-mai-criticare-la-famiglia.html) and “Perle Complottiste” (read: http://complottismo.blogspot.com/search/label/Vituzzu?max-results=100 ) and so do many Italian wikiusers (read in Italian: http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Amministratori/Riconferma_annuale/Vituzzu/3 ; http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Amministratori/Riconferma_annuale/Archivio/Archivio_riconferme_tacite/2012#Vituzzu ; http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Amministratori/Riconferma_annuale/Archivio/Archivio_riconferme_tacite/2013#Vituzzu ). 
Vituzzu -he is from Calabria, the home of Ndrangheta (http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/2015/02/150224083921277.html)- has even been  "blocked" many times in the Italian Wikipedia, even if he is an admin, and "strangely" survived without ever being banned (http://it.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?titl… ):  but this could only be possible because of his powerful "mafia" relationships!). 

This help from wikimafia Vituzzu could or seems to be related to the growing relationship between muslim terrorism organizations and the mafia against & inside the Christian Western industrial societies (http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:PZMgorG2ojMJ:www.europarl.europa.eu/document/activities/cont/201211/20121127ATT56707/20121127ATT56707EN.pdf+&cd=7&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us): may be it is even related -as a clear possible proof-  to the Middayexpress supposed involvement in Muslim terrorism support. Even a possible link to Al-Kaeda cannot be excluded, because of the growing contacts between Somalian Al-Shabaab and ISIS (read: http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2015/03/24/isis-reaches-out-to-somali-terror-group-al-shabaab/ ).

Indeed in London, between some members of the huge Somalian community, there it is a growing "hidden" support for Al-Shabaab; and Middaexpress seems to live there (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2964218/Somali-terror-group-Al-Shabaab-calls-Westgate-style-shopping-centre-attack-London-s-Oxford-Street-chilling-new-video.html ).

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== WikiCup 2015 May newsletter ==

[[file:C2014 Q2.jpg|thumb|right|[[C/2014 Q2 (Lovejoy)]] is a long-period [[comet]] discovered on 17 August 2014 by [[Terry Lovejoy]]; and is one of several Featured Pictures worked up by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|The Herald}} during the second round.]]
The second round one has all wrapped up, and round three has now begun! Congratulations to the 34 contestants who have made it through, but well done and thank you to all contestants who took part in our second round. Leading the way overall was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Casliber}} in Group B with a total of 777 points for a variety of contributions including Good Articles on [[Corona Borealis]] and [[Microscopium]] - both of which received the maximum bonus. 
 
Special credit must be given to a number of high importance articles improved during the second round.
 
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Coemgenus}} was one of several users who worked on improving [[Ulysses S. Grant]]. Remember, you do not need to work on an article on your own - as long as each person has completed significant work on the article during 2015, multiple competitors can claim the same article.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Cwmhiraeth}} took [[Dragonfly]] to Good Article for a 3x bonus - and if that wasn't enough, they also took [[Damselfly]] there as well for a 2x bonus.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|LeftAire}} worked up [[Alexander Hamilton]] to Good Article for the maximum bonus. Hamilton was one of the founding fathers of the United States and is a [[Wikipedia:Vital articles/Expanded/People|level 4 vital article]].

The points varied across groups, with the lowest score required to gain automatic qualification was 68 in Group A - meanwhile the second place score in Group H was 404, which would have been high enough to win all but one of the other Groups! As well as the top two of each group automatically going through to the third round, a minimum score of 55 was required for a wildcard competitor to go through. We had a three-way tie at 55 points and all three have qualified for the next round, in the spirit of fairness. The third round ends on June 28, with the top two in each group progressing automatically while the remaining 16 highest scorers across all four groups go through as wildcards. Good luck to all competitors for the third round! {{User4|Figureskatingfan}}, {{user4|Miyagawa}} and {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}} 16:43, 4 May 2015 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2015 September newsletter ==

The finals for the 2015 Wikicup has now begun!  Congrats to the 8 contestants who have survived to the finals, and well done and thanks to everyone who took part in rounds 3 and 4.  

In round 3, we had a three-way tie for qualification among the wildcard contestants, so we had 34 competitors.  The leader was by far {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant3|Casliber}} in Group B, who earned 1496 points.  Although 913 of these points were bonus points, he submitted 15 articles in the DYK category.  Second place overall was {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Coemgenus}} at 864 points, who although submitted just 2 FAs for 400 points, earned double that amount for those articles in bonus points.  Everyone who moved forward to Round 4 earned at least 100 points.

The scores required to move onto the semifinals were impressive; the lowest scorer to move onto the finals was 407, making this year's Wikicup as competitive as it's always been.  Our finalists, ordered by round 4 score, are:

#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Casliber}}, who is competing in his sixth consecutive Wikicup final, again finished the round in first place, with an impressive 1666 points in Pool B.  Casliber writes about the natural sciences, including ornithology, botany and astronomy.  A large bulk of his points this round were bonus points.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Godot13}}, second place both in Pool B and overall, earned the bulk of his points with FPs, mostly depicting currency.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Cwmhiraeth}}, first in Pool A, came in third.  His specialty is natural science articles; in Round 4, he mostly submitted articles about insects and botany.  Five out of the six of the GAs he submitted were level-4 vital articles.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Harrias}}, second in Pool A, took fourth overall.  He tends to focus on articles about [[cricket]] and military history, specifically the 1640s [[First English Civil War]].
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|West Virginian}}, from Pool A, was our highest-scoring wildcard.  West Virginia tends to focus on articles about the history of (what for it!) the U.S. state of West Virginia.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Rodw}}, from Pool A, likes to work on articles about British geography and places.  Most of his points this round were earned from two impressive accomplishments: a GT about [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/Scheduled monuments in Somerset|Scheduled monuments in Somerset]] and a FT about [[Wikipedia:Featured topics/English Heritage properties in Somerset|English Heritage properties in Somerset]].
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Rationalobserver}}, from Pool B, came in seventh overall.  RO earned the majority of her points from GARs and PRs, many of which were earned in the final hours of the round.
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Calvin999}}, also from Pool B, who was competing with RO for the final two spots in the final hours, takes the race for most GARs and PRs—48.

The intense competition between RO and Calvin999 will continue into the finals.  They're both eligible for the Newcomers Trophy, given for the first time in the Wikicup; whoever makes the most points will win it.

Good luck to the finalists; the judges are sure that the competition will be fierce!

{{user|Figureskatingfan}}, {{user|Miyagawa}} and {{user|Sturmvogel 66}} 11:48, 2 September 2015 (UTC)
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== WikiProject Military history coordinator election ==

Greetings from [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|WikiProject Military history]]!  As a member of the project, you are invited to take part in our annual [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators|project coordinator]] election. If you wish to cast a vote, please do so on the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2015|'''election page''']] by 23:59 (UTC) on 29 September. Yours, [[User:The ed17|Ed]]&nbsp;<sup>[[User talk:The ed17|[talk]]]&nbsp;[[WP:OMT|[majestic titan]]]</sup> 05:21, 25 September 2015 (UTC)
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==[[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|Speedy deletion]] nomination of [[:File:Greg Thompson w poppy.jpg]]==
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== WikiCup 2015: The results ==

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WikiCup 2015 is now in the books!  Congrats to our finalists and winners, and to everyone who took part in this year's competition.

This year's results were an exact replica of last year's competition.  For the second year in a row, the 2015 WikiCup champion is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Godot13}}.  All of his points were earned for an impressive 253 featured pictures and their associated bonus points (5060 and 1695, respectively).  His entries constituted scans of currency from all over the world and scans of medallions awarded to participants of the U.S. Space program.  {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Cwmhiraeth}} came in second place; she earned by far the most bonus points (4082), for 4 featured articles, 15 good articles, and 147 DYKs, mostly about in her field of expertise, natural science.  {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Casliber}}, a finalist every year since 2010, came in third, with 2379 points.  

Our newcomer award, presented to the best-performing new competitor in the WikiCup, goes to {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Rationalobserver}}.  Everyone should be very proud of the work they accomplished.  We will announce our other award winners soon.

A full list of our award winners are:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Godot13}} wins the prize for '''first place''' and the '''FP prize''' for 330 featured pictures in the final round.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Cwmhiraeth}} wins the prize for '''second place''' and the '''DYK prize''' for 160 did you knows in the final round (310 in all rounds).
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Casliber}} wins the prize for '''third place''' and the '''FA prize''' for 26 featured articles in all rounds.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|West Virginian}} wins the prize for '''fourth place'''
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Calvin999}} wins a '''final 8''' prize.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Rationalobserver}} wins a '''final 8''' prize.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Harrias}} wins a '''final 8''' prize and the '''FL prize''' for 11 featured lists.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|Rodw}} wins the most prizes: a '''final 8''' prize, the '''GA prize''' for 41 good articles, and the '''topic prize''' for a 13-article good topic and an 8-article featured topic, both in round 3.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant6|ThaddeusB}} wins the '''news prize''' for the most news articles in round 3.

We warmly invite all of you to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2016 signups|sign up]]''' for next year's competition. Discussions and polls concerning potential rules changes are also '''[[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring#Straw polls: 2016|open]]''', and all are welcome to participate. The WikiCup judges will be back in touch over the coming months, and we hope to see you all in the 2016 competition. Until then, it only remains to once again congratulate our worthy winners, and thank all participants for their involvement! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> 

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== [[WP:ACE2015|ArbCom elections are now open!]] ==

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== Nominations for the Military history WikiProject historian and newcomer of the year awards now open! ==

On behalf of the Military history WikiProject's Coordinators, we would like to extend an invitation to nominate deserving editors for the 2015 [[Wikipedia_talk:WikiProject_Military_history#Nominations_for_military_historian_of_the_year_for_2015_now_open.21|Military historian of the year]] and [[Wikipedia_talk:WikiProject_Military_history#Nominations_for_military_history_newcomer_of_the_year_for_2015_now_open.21|Military history newcomer of the year]] awards. The nomination period will run from 7 December to 23:59 13 December, with the election phase running from 14 December to 23:59 21 December.  [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 05:06, 7 December 2015 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2016 is just around the corner... ==

Hello everyone, and we would like to wish you all a happy holiday season. As you will probably already know, the 2016 WikiCup begins in the new year; there is still time to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2016 signups|sign up]]'''.  There are some changes we'd like to announce before the competition begins.

After two years of serving as WikiCup judge, [[User:Miyagawa]] has [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup#Retiring_as_Judge stepped down as judge].  He deserves great thanks and recognition for his dedication and hard work, and for providing necessary transition for a new group of judges in last year's Cup.  Joining Christine ([[User:Figureskatingfan]]) and Jason ([[User:Sturmvogel 66]]) is Andrew ([[User:Godot13]]), a very successful WikiCup competitor and expert in [[WP:FP|Featured Pictures]]; he won the two previous competitions.  This is a strong judging team, and we anticipate lots of enjoyment and good work coming from our 2016 competitors.

We would also like to announce one change in how this year's WikiCup will be run.  In the spirit of sportsmanship, Godot13 and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] have chosen to limit their participation.  See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup#Something_different_in_2016 here] for the announcement and a complete explanation of why.  They and the judges feel that it will make for a more exciting, enjoyable, and productive competition.

The discussions/polls concerning the next competition's rules will be closed soon, and rules changes will be made clear on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Scoring]] and talk pages. The judges are committed to not repeating the confusion that occurred last year and to ensuring that the new rules are both fair and in the best interests of the competition, which is, first and foremost, about improving Wikipedia.

If you have any questions or concerns, the judges can be reached on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], on their talk pages, or by email. We hope you will all join us in trying to make the 2015 WikiCup the most productive and enjoyable yet. <small>You are receiving this message because you are listed on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Figureskatingfan|Figureskatingfan]] ([[User talk:Figureskatingfan|talk]]), and [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]).--[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 06:47, 22 December 2015 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2016: Game On! ==

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We are aware that in some areas the scoring bot’s numbers are a little bit off (i.e., overly generous) and are working to have that corrected as soon as possible.--[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 18:03, 7 January 2016 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2015 March newsletter ==

[[File:Women of Britain Say - "Go" - World War I British poster by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee, art by E J Kealey (Restoration).jpg|thumb|One of Adam Cuerden’s several quality restorations during round 1]]

That's it, the first round is done, sign-ups are closed and we're into round 2. Forty-seven  competitors move into this round (a bit shy of the expected 64), and we are roughly broken into eight groups of six. The top two of each group will go through to round 3, and then the top scoring 16 "wildcards" across all groups. 

Twenty-two Good Articles were submitted, including three by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cyclonebiskit}}, and two each by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|MPJ-DK}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Hurricanehink}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|12george1}}, and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cas Liber}}. Twenty-one Featured Pictures were claimed, including 17 by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Adam Cuerden}} (the Round 1 high scorer). Thirty-one contestants saw their DYKs appear on the main page, with a commanding lead (28) by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cwmhiraeth}}. Twenty-nine participants conducted GA reviews with {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|J Milburn}} completing nine.

If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]]. Thanks to everyone for participating, and good luck to those moving into round 2. {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{User4|Figureskatingfan}}, and {{user4|Godot13}} --[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 02:38, 1 March 2016 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2016 March newsletter (update) ==

Along with getting the year wrong in the newsletter that went out earlier this week, we did not mention (as the bot did not report) that {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cas Liber}} claimed the first Featured Article [[Persoonia terminalis]] of the 2016 Wikicup. {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{User4|Figureskatingfan}}, and {{user4|Godot13}}.--[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 16:05, 2 March 2016 (UTC)
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Josef Allerberger]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== Nomination of [[:Adnan Bukhari]] for deletion ==
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== WikiCup 2016 May newsletter ==

[[File:FAL-2016-Stanley, Falkland Islands–Christ Church Cathedral.jpg|thumb|FP of Christ Church Cathedral, Falkland Islands by Godot13]]

Round 2 is over and 35 competitors have moved on to Round 3.

Round 2 saw three FAs (two by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cas Liber}} and one by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Montanabw }}), four Featured Lists (with three by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Calvin999}}), and 53 Good Articles (six by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Worm That Turned}} and five each by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Hurricanehink}}, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cwmhiraeth}}, and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|MPJ-DK}}). Eleven Featured Pictures were promoted (six by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Adam Cuerden}} and five by {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Godot13}}). One Featured Portal, Featured Topic and Good Topic were also promoted. The DYK base point total was 1,135. {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cwmhiraeth}} scored 265 base points, while {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|The C of E}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|MPJ-DK}} each scored 150 base points. Eleven ITN were promoted and 131 Good Article Reviews were conducted with {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|MPJ-DK}} completing a staggering 61 reviews. Two contestants, {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cwmhiraeth}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cas Liber}}, broke the 700 point mark for Round 2.

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== Military history WikiProject coordinator election ==

Greetings from the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|Military history WikiProject]]! Elections for the Military history WikiProject Coordinators are currently underway, and as a member of the WikiProject you are cordially invited to take part by casting your vote(s) for the candidates on the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2016|'''election page''']]. This year's election will conclude at 23:59 UTC 23 September. For the Coordinators, [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 06:01, 16 September 2016 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2016 November newsletter: Final results ==

The final round of the 2016 WikiCup is over. Congratulations to the 2016 WikiCup top three finalists:
*First Place - {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cas Liber}}
*Second Place -{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|MPJ-DK}} 
*Third Place - {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Adam Cuerden}} 

In addition to recognizing the achievements of the top finishers and everyone who worked hard to make it to the final round, we also want to recognize those participants who were most productive in each of the WikiCup scoring categories:
*Featured Article – Cas Liber (actually a three-way tie with themselves for two FAs in each of R2, R3, and R5).
*Good Article – MPJ-DK had 14 GAs promoted in R3.
*Featured List – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Calvin999}} produced 2 FLs in R2
*Featured Pictures – Adam Cuerden restored 18 images to FP status in R4.
*Featured Portal – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|SSTflyer}} produced the only FPO of the Cup in R2.
*Featured Topic – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Cyclonebiskit}} and Calvin were each responsible for one FT in R3 and R2, respectively.
*Good Topic – MPJ-DK created a GT with 9 GAs in R5.
*Did You Know – MPJ-DK put 53 DYKs on the main page in R4.
*In The News – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Dharmadhyaksha}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant7|Muboshgu}}, each with 5 ITN, both in R4.
*Good Article Review – MPJ-DK completed 61 GARs in R2.

Over the course of the 2016 WikiCup the following content was added to Wikipedia (only reporting on fixed value categories): 17 Featured Articles, 183 Good Articles, 8 Featured Lists, 87 Featured Pictures, 40 In The News, and 321 Good Article Reviews. Thank you to all the competitors for your hard work and what you have done to improve Wikipedia.--[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 01:52, 2 November 2016 (UTC) 

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== WikiProject Good Articles's 2016-2017 GA Cup ==

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Greetings, all!  

We would like to announce the start of the 4th [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup|'''GA Cup''']], a competition that seeks to encourage the reviewing of [[WP:GAN|Good article nominations]]! Thus far, there have been three GA Cups, which were successful in reaching our goals of significantly reducing the traditionally long queue at GAN, so we're doing it again.  Currently, there are over 400 nominations listed.  We hope that we can again make an impact this time.

The 4th GA Cup will begin on '''November 1, 2016'''.  Four rounds are currently scheduled (which will bring the competition to a close on February 28, 2017), but this may change based on participant numbers.  We may take a break in December for the holidays, depending on the results of a poll of our participants taken shortly after the competition begins.  The sign-up and submissions process will remain the same, as will the scoring.

[[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup/Sign-up|Sign-ups]] for the upcoming competition are currently open and will close on November 14, 2016. Everyone is welcome to join; new and old editors, so sign-up now!

If you have any questions, take a look at the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Good articles/GA Cup/FAQ|FAQ page]] and/or contact one of the judges.

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== WikiCup December newsletter: WikiCup 2017 ==

On 1 January 2017, WikiCup 2017 (the 10th Annual WikiCup) will begin. This year we are trying something a little different – ''monetary prizes''. 

For the WC2017 the prizes will be as follows (amounts are based in US$ and will be awarded in the form of an online Amazon gift certificate):
*''First place'' – $200
*''Second & Third place'' – $50 each
*''Category prizes'' – $25 per category (which will be limited to FA, FL, FP, GA, and DYK for 2017). Winning a category prize does not require making it to the final round.

<small>Note: Monetary prizes are a one-year experiment for 2017 and may or may not be continued in the future. In order to be eligible to receive any of the prizes above, the competing Wikipedia account must have a valid/active email address.</small>
 
After two years as a WikiCup judge, [[user:Figureskatingfan|Figureskatingfan]] is stepping down. We thank her for her contributions as a WikiCup judge. We are pleased to announce that our newest judge is two-time WikiCup champion [[user:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]]. 

The judges for the 2017 WikiCup are {{User4|Godot13}}, {{user|Cwmhiraeth}}, and {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}.

Signups are open now and will remain open until 5 February 2017. You can sign up '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2017 signups|here]]'''.

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== Voting for the Military history WikiProject Historian and Newcomer of the Year is ending soon! ==

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== March Madness 2017 ==

G'day all, please be advised that throughout March 2017 the Military history Wikiproject is running its [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/March Madness 2017|March Madness drive]]. This is a backlog drive that is focused on several key areas: 

* tagging and assessing articles that fall within the project's scope
* updating the project's currently listed A-class articles to ensure their ongoing compliance with the listed criteria
* creating articles that are listed as "requested" on the project's various task force pages or other lists of missing articles.

As with past Milhist drives, there are points awarded for working on articles in the targeted areas, with barnstars being awarded at the end for different levels of achievement. 

The drive is open to all Wikipedians, not just members of the Military history project, although only work on articles that fall (broadly) within the military history scope will be considered eligible. More information can be found [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/March Madness 2017|here]] for those that are interested, and  members can sign up as participants at that page also.

The drive starts at 00:01 UTC on 1 March and runs until 23:59 UTC on 31 March 2017, so please sign up now. 

For the Milhist co-ordinators. Regards, [[User:AustralianRupert|AustralianRupert]] ([[User talk:AustralianRupert|talk]]) & [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 07:24, 26 February 2017 (UTC)
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== March 2017 WikiCup newsletter ==

And so ends the first round of the competition, with 4 points required to qualify for round 2. It would have been 5 points, but when a late entrant was permitted to join the contest in February, a promise was made that his inclusion would not result in the exclusion of any other competitor. To achieve this, the six entrants that had the lowest positive score of 4 points have been added to the 64 people who otherwise would have qualified. As a result, some of the groups have nine contestants rather than eight. Our top four scorers in round 1 were:

*{{flagicon|Scotland}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]], last year's winner, led the field with two featured articles on birds and a total score of 674.
*{{flagicon|European Union}} [[User:Iry-Hor|Iry-Hor]], a WikiCup newcomer, came next with a featured article, a good article and a tally of 282 bonus points for a score of 517. All these points came from the article [[Nyuserre Ini]], an Ancient Egyptian pharaoh,
*{{flagicon|Japan}} [[User:1989|1989]], another WikiCup newcomer, was in joint third place at 240. 1989 has claimed points for two featured lists and one good article relating to anime and comedy series, all of which were awarded bonus points. 
*{{flagicon|South Australia}} [[User:Peacemaker67|Peacemaker67]] shared third place with five good articles and thirteen good article reviews, mostly on naval vessels. He is also new to the competition.

The largest number of DYKs have been submitted by [[User:Vivvt|Vivvt]] and [[User:The C of E|The C of E]], who each claimed for seven, and [[User:MBlaze Lightning|MBlaze Lightning]] achieved eight articles at ITN. [[User:Carbrera|Carbrera]] and [[User:Peacemaker67|Peacemaker67]] each claimed for five GAs and [[User:Krishna Chaitanya Velaga|Krishna Chaitanya Velaga]] was well out in front for GARs, having reviewed 32. No featured pictures, featured topics or good topics yet, but we have achieved three featured articles and a splendid total of fifty good articles.

So, on to the second round. Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 1 but before the start of round 2 can be claimed in round 2. Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page. Remember, if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points equally.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is a good article candidate, a featured process, or anything else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small>  [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] 13:52, 1 March 2017 (UTC)
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== May 2017 WikiCup newsletter ==

The second round of the competition has now closed, with just under 100 points being required to qualify for round 3. [[User:Yellow Evan|YellowEvan]] just scraped into the next round with 98 points but we have to say goodbye to the thirty or so competitors who didn't achieve this threshold; thank you for the useful contributions you have made to the Cup and Wikipedia. Our top scorers in round 2 were:

*{{flagicon|Scotland}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]], led the field with five featured articles, four on birds and one on astronomy, and a total score of 2049, half of which came from bonus points.
*{{flagicon|Japan}} [[User:1989|1989]] was in second place with 826 points, 466 of which were bonus points. 1989 has claimed points mostly relating to anime and Japanese-related articles. 
*{{flagicon|South Australia}} [[User:Peacemaker67|Peacemaker67]] took third place with two FAs, one GA and seven GARs, mostly on naval vessels or military personnel, scoring 543 points.
*Other contestants who scored over 400 points were [[User:Freikorp|Freikorp]], [[User:Carbrera|Carbrera]], and [[User:Czar|Czar]]. Of course all these points are now wiped out and the 32 remaining contestants start again from zero in round 3.

[[User:Vivvt|Vivvt]] submitted the largest number of DYKs (30), and [[User:MBlaze Lightning|MBlaze Lightning]] achieved 13 articles at ITN. [[User:Carbrera|Carbrera]]  claimed for 11 GAs and [[User:Argento Surfer|Argento Surfer]] performed the most GARs, having reviewed 11. So far we have achieved 38 featured articles and a splendid 132 good articles. Commendably, 279 GARs have been achieved so far, more than double the number of GAs.  

So, on to the third round. Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 2 but before the start of round 3 can be claimed in round 3. Remember too that you must claim your points within 10 days of "earning" them. Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page. Remember, if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points equally.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small>  [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] 13:16, 1 May 2017 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2017 July newsletter ==

The third round of the competition has finished in a flurry of last minute activity, with 288 points being required to qualify for round 4. It was a hotly competitive round with all but four of the contestants exceeding the 106 points that was necessary to proceed to round 4 last year. [[User:Coemgenus|Coemgenus]] and [[User:Freikorp|Freikorp]] tied on 288, and both have been allowed to proceed, so round 4 now has one pool of eight competitors and one of nine.

Round 3 saw the achievement of a 26-topic Featured topic by [[User:MPJ-DK|MPJ-DK]] as well as 5 featured lists and 13 featured articles. [[User:PanagiotisZois|PanagiotisZois]] and [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]] achieved their first ever featured articles. [[User:Carbrera|Carbrera]] led the GA score with 10, [[User:Tachs|Tachs]] achieved 17 DYKs and [[User:MBlaze Lightning|MBlaze Lightning]] 10 ''In the news'' items. There were 167 DYKs, 93 GARs and 82 GAs overall, this last figure being higher than the number of GAs in round 2, when twice as many people were taking part. Even though contestants performed more GARs than they achieved GAs, there was still some frustration at the length of time taken to get articles reviewed.

As we start round 4, we say goodbye to the fifteen or so competitors who didn't quite make it; thank you for the useful contributions you have made to the Cup and Wikipedia. Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 3 but before the start of round 4 can be claimed in round 4. Remember too that you must claim your points within 10 days of "earning" them (some people have fallen foul of this rule and the points have been removed).

If you are concerned that your nomination, whether it be for a good article, a featured process, or anything else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. It would be helpful if this list could be cleared of any items no longer relevant. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] 05:38, 30 June 2017 (UTC)
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Abdulkareem Khadr]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== WikiCup 2017 September newsletter ==

Round 4 of the WikiCup has ended and we move forward into the final round. In round 4, a total of 12 FAs, 3 FLs, 44 GAs, 3 FLs, 79 DYKs, 1 ITN and 42 GARs was achieved, with no FPs or FTs this time. Congratulations to [[User:Peacemaker67|Peacemaker67]] on the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Featured_topics/Ships_of_the_Royal_Yugoslav_Navy Royal Yugoslav Navy Good Topic] of 36 items, and the 12 featured articles achieved by [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]] (5), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde93]] (3), Peacemaker67 (2), [[User:Adityavagarwal|Adityavagarwal]] (1) and [[User:12george1|12george1]] (1). With a FA scoring 200 points, and bonus points available on top of this, FAs are likely to feature heavily in the final round. Meanwhile [[User:Yellow Evan|Yellow Evan]], a typhoon specialist, was contributing 12 DYKs and 10 GAs, while Adityavagarwal and [[User:Freikorp|Freikorp]] topped the GAR list with 8 reviews each. As we enter the final round, we are down to eight contestants, and we would like to thank those of you who have been eliminated for the useful contributions you have made to the Cup and Wikipedia. The lowest score needed to reach round 5 was 305, and I think we can expect a highly competitive final round.

Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 4 but before the start of round 5 can be claimed in round 5. Remember too that you must claim your points within 10 days of "earning" them. If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]]. It would be helpful if this list could be cleared of any items no longer relevant. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to reduce the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck, and let the best man (or woman) win! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] 06:26, 1 September 2017 (UTC)
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== 2017 Military history WikiProject Coordinator election ==

Greetings from the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history|Military history WikiProject]]! Elections for the Military history WikiProject Coordinators are currently underway. As a member of the WikiProject you are cordially invited to take part by casting your vote(s) for the candidates on the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators/September 2017|'''election page''']]. This year's election will conclude at 23:59 UTC 29 September. Thank you for your time. For the current tranche of Coordinators, [[User:AustralianRupert|AustralianRupert]] ([[User talk:AustralianRupert|talk]]) 10:39, 21 September 2017 (UTC)
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Amer Kamfar]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== WikiCup 2017 November newsletter: Final results ==

The final round of the 2017 WikiCup is over. Congratulations to the 2017 WikiCup top three finalists:
*First Place - {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|Adityavagarwal}}
*Second Place -{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|Vanamonde93}} 
*Third Place - {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|Casliber}} 

In addition to recognizing the achievements of the top finishers and everyone who worked hard to make it to the final round, we also want to recognize those participants who were most productive in each of the WikiCup scoring categories:
*Featured Article – Cas Liber (actually a two-way tie with themselves for an astonishing five FAs in R2 and R4).
*Good Article – Adityavagarwal had 14 GAs promoted in R5.
*Featured List – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|Bloom6132}} and {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|1989}} both produced 2 FLs in R2
*Featured Pictures – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|SounderBruce}} improved an image to FP status in R5, the only FP this year.
*Featured Topic – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|MPJ-DK}} has the only FT of the Cup in R3.
*Good Topic – Four different editors created a GT in R2, R3 and R4.
*Did You Know – Adityavagarwal had 22 DYKs on the main page in R5.
*In The News – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|MBlaze Lightning}} had 14 ITN on the main page in R2.
*Good Article Review – {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant8|Krishna Chaitanya Velaga}} completed 31 GARs in R1.

Over the course of the 2017 WikiCup the following content was added or improved on Wikipedia: 51 Featured Articles, 292 Good Articles, 18 Featured Lists, 1 Featured Picture, 1 Featured Topics, 4 Good Topics, around 400 Did You Knows, 75 In The News, and 442 Good Article Reviews. Thank you to all the competitors for your hard work and what you have done to improve Wikipedia.

Regarding the prize vouchers - {{reply to|Adityavagarwal|Vanamonde93|Casliber|Bloom6132|1989|SounderBruce}} please send {{user4|Godot13}} an email from the email address to which you would like your Amazon voucher sent. Please include your preference of global Amazon [[Amazon_(company)#Website|marketplace]] as well. We hope to have the electronic gift cards processed and sent within a week.

We will open up a discussion for comments on process and scoring in a few days. The 2018 WikiCup is just around the corner! Many thanks from all the judges. If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]]. {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{User4|Cwmhiraeth}}, and {{user4|Godot13}} [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 11:41, 2 November 2017 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2018 ==

So the 2017 WikiCup has come to an end. Congratulations to the winner, to the other finalists and to all those who took part. 177 contestants signed up, more than usual, but not all of them submitted entries in the first round. Were editors attracted by the cash prizes offered for the first time this year, or were these irrelevant? Do the rules and scoring need changing for the 2018 WikiCup? If you have a view on these or other matters, why not join in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia_talk:WikiCup/Scoring WikiCup discussion] about next year's contest?  {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{user4|Godot13}} and {{User4|Cwmhiraeth}}. [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 13:59, 17 November 2017 (UTC)
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== 2017 Military Historian of the Year and Newcomer of the Year nominations and voting ==

As we approach the end of the year, the Military History project is looking to recognise editors who have made a real difference. Each year we do this by bestowing two awards: the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject_Military_history/Awards#"Military_historian_of_the_Year"|Military Historian of the Year]] and the [[Wikipedia:WikiProject_Military_history/Awards#"Military_history_Newcomer_of_the_Year"|Military History Newcomer of the Year]]. The [[Wikipedia:WikiProject Military history/Coordinators|co-ordinators]] invite all project members to get involved by nominating any editor they feel merits recognition for their contributions to the project. Nominations for both awards are open between 00:01 on 2 December 2017 and 23:59 on 15 December 2017. After this, a 14-day voting period will follow commencing at 00:01 on 16 December 2017. Nominations and voting will take place on the main project talkpage: [[Wikipedia_talk:WikiProject_Military_history#Nominations_for_military_historian_of_the_year_for_2017_now_open!|here]] and [[Wikipedia_talk:WikiProject_Military_history#Nominations_for_military_history_newcomer_of_the_year_for_2017_now_open!|here]]. Thank you for your time. For the co-ordinators, [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 08:36, 8 December 2017 (UTC)
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== User group for Military Historians ==

Greetings, 

"Military history" is one of the most important subjects when speak of sum of all human knowledge. To support contributors interested in the area over various language Wikipedias, we intend to form a user group. It also provides a platform to share the best practices between military historians, and various military related projects on Wikipedias. An initial discussion was has been done between the coordinators and members of WikiProject Military History on English Wikipedia. Now this discussion has been taken to Meta-Wiki. Contributors intrested in the area of military history are requested to share their feedback and give suggestions at [[:m:Talk:Discussion to incubate a user group for Wikipedia Military Historians|Talk:Discussion to incubate a user group for Wikipedia Military Historians]].

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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Eyad Alrababah]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== WikiCup 2018 March newsletter ==

And so ends the first round of the competition, with 4 points required to qualify for round 2. With 53 contestants qualifying, the groups for round 2 are slightly smaller than usual, with the two leaders from each group due to qualify for round 3 as well as the top sixteen remaining users.

Our top scorers in round 1 were:   

*{{flagicon|USA}} [[User:Aoba47|Aoba47]] led the field with a featured article, 8 good articles and 42 GARs, giving a total of 666 points.
*{{flagicon|Germany}} [[User:FrB.TG|FrB.TG ]], a WikiCup newcomer, came next with 600 points, gained from a featured article and masses of bonus points.
*{{flagicon|India}} [[User:Ssven2|Ssven2]], another WikiCup newcomer, was in third place with 403 points, garnered from a featured article, a featured list, a good article and twelve GARs.
*{{flagicon|USA}} [[User:Ceranthor|Ceranthor]], {{flagicon|India}} [[User:Numerounovedant|Numerounovedant]], {{flagicon|Minnesota}} [[User:Carbrera|Carbrera]], {{flagicon|Netherlands}} [[User:Farang Rak Tham|Farang Rak Tham]] and {{flagicon|Romania}} [[User:Cartoon network freak|Cartoon network freak]] all had over 200 points, but like all the other contestants, now have to start again from scratch. A good achievement was the 193 GARs performed by WikiCup contestants, comparing very favourably with the 54 GAs they achieved.

Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 1 but before the start of round 2 can be claimed in round 2. Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page. Remember, if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. 

If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small>  [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]) and [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) 15:27, 2 March 2018 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2018 May newsletter ==

The second round of the 2018 WikiCup has now finished. Most contestants who advanced to the next round scored upwards of 100 points, but two with just 10 points managed to scrape through into round 3. Our top scorers in the last round were:

*{{flagicon|Scotland}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]], our winner in 2016, with three featured articles
*{{flagicon|Republic of Texas}} [[User:Iazyges|Iazyges]], with nine good articles and lots of bonus points
*{{flagicon|India}} [[User:Yashthepunisher|Yashthepunisher]], a first time contestant, with two featured lists
*{{Flagicon|Cascadia}} [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]], a finalist last year, with seventeen good topic articles
*{{Flagicon|USA}} [[User:Usernameunique|Usernameunique]], a first time contestant, with fourteen DYKs
*{{flagicon|San Francisco}} [[User:Muboshgu|Muboshgu]], a seasoned competitor, with three ITNs and 
*{{flagicon|South Carolina}} [[User:Courcelles|Courcelles]], another first time contestant, with twenty-seven GARs

So far contestants have achieved twelve featured articles between them and a splendid 124 good articles. Commendably, 326 GARs have been completed during the course of the 2018 WikiCup, so the backlog of articles awaiting GA review has been reduced as a result of contestants' activities. As we enter the third round, remember that any content promoted after the end of round 2 but before the start of round 3 can be claimed in round 3. Remember too that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them. When doing GARs, please make sure that you check that all the GA criteria are fully met; most of the GARs are fine, but a few have been a bit skimpy.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove your name from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]) 06:10, 1 May 2018 (UTC)
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Thomas Junta]] ==
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The article [[:Thomas Junta]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32;because of the following concern:
<blockquote>Fails [[WP:NOTNEWS]]</blockquote>

While all constructive contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, pages may be [[WP:DEL#REASON|deleted for any of several reasons]].

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} notice, but please explain why in your [[Help:edit summary|edit summary]] or on [[Talk:Thomas Junta|the article's talk page]].

Please consider improving the page to address the issues raised. Removing {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} will stop the [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed deletion process]], but other [[Wikipedia:deletion process|deletion process]]es exist. In particular, the [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] process can result in deletion without discussion, and [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion|articles for deletion]] allows discussion to reach [[Wikipedia:Consensus|consensus]] for deletion.<!-- Template:Proposed deletion notify --> [[User:GiantSnowman|Giant]][[User talk:GiantSnowman|Snowman]] 14:47, 8 June 2018 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2018 July newsletter ==

The third round of the 2018 WikiCup has now come to an end. The 16 users who made it to the fourth round had at least 227 points. Our top scorers in round 3 were:

*{{flagicon|South Carolina}} [[User:Courcelles|Courcelles]], a first time contestant, with 1756 points, a tally built largely on 27 GAs related to the Olympics
*{{flagicon|Scotland}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]], our winner in 2016, with two featured articles and three GAs on natural history and astronomy topics
*{{Flagicon|Cascadia}} [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]], a finalist last year, with a variety of submissions related to transport in the state of Washington

Contestants managed 7 featured articles, 4 featured lists, 120 good articles, 1 good topic, 124 DYK entries, 15 ITN entries, and 132 good article reviews. Over the course of the competition, contestants have completed 458 GA reviews, in comparison to 244 good articles submitted for review and promoted. As we enter the fourth round, remember that any content promoted after the end of round 3 but before the start of round 4 can be claimed in round 4. Please also remember that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them. When doing GARs, please make sure that you check that all the GA criteria are fully met. Please also remember that all submissions must meet core Wikipedia policies, regardless of the review process; several submissions, particularly in abstruse or technical areas, have needed additional work to make them completely verifiable. 

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove your name from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) 04:55, 2 July 2018 (UTC)
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Adil al-Sudani]] ==
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The article [[:Adil al-Sudani]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32;because of the following concern:
<blockquote>Not notable. No valid redirection target since he appeared in two events.</blockquote>

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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Robab Farahi-Mahdavieh]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Mahnaz Samadi]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

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== WikiCup 2018 September newsletter ==

The fourth round of the 2018 WikiCup has now come to an end. The eight users who made it to the final round had to score a minimum of 422 points to qualify, with the top score in the round being 4869 points. The leaders in round 4 were:

*{{flagicon|South Carolina}} [[User:Courcelles|Courcelles]] scored a magnificent 4869 points, with 92 good articles on Olympics-related themes. Courcelles' bonus points alone exceeded the total score of any of the other contestants!
*{{flagicon|Hel}} [[User:Kees08|Kees08]] was second with 1155 points, including a high-scoring featured article for [[Neil Armstrong]], two good topics and some Olympics-related good articles.
*{{flagicon|Scotland}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]], with 1066 points, was in third place this round, with two featured articles and a good article, all on natural history topics.
*Other contestants who qualified for the final round were {{flagicon|Marshall Islands}} [[User:Nova Crystallis|Nova Crystallis]], {{flagicon|Republic of Texas}} [[User:Iazyges|Iazyges]], {{Flagicon|Cascadia}} [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]],  {{flagicon|Wales}} [[User:Kosack|Kosack]] and {{Flagicon|USA}} [[User:Ceranthor|Ceranthor]]. 

During round four, 6 featured articles and 164 good articles were promoted by WikiCup contestants, 13 articles were included in good topics and 143 good article reviews were performed. There were also 10 "in the news" contributions on the main page and 53 "did you knows". Congratulations to all who participated! It was a generally high-scoring and productive round and I think we can expect a highly competitive finish to the competition.

Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 4 but before the start of round 5 can be claimed in round 5. Remember too that you must claim your points within 10 days of "earning" them. If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. It would be helpful if this list could be cleared of any items no longer relevant. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck, and let the best editor win! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]], [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]].  [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 18:31, 1 September 2018 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2018 November newsletter ==

The WikiCup is over for another year!  Our '''Champion''' this year is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Courcelles}}, who over the course of the competition has amassed 147 GAs, 111 GARs, 9 DYKs, 4 FLs and 1 ITN. Our finalists were as follows:

#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Courcelles}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Kosack}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Kees08}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|SounderBruce}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Casliber}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Nova Crystallis}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Iazyges}}
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Ceranthor}}


All those who reached the final win awards, and awards will also be going to the following participants:

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Casliber}} wins the FA prize, for three featured articles in round 2.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Courcelles}} wins the GA prize, for 92 good articles in round 3.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Kosack}} wins the FL prize, for five featured lists overall.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Cartoon network freak}} wins the topic prize, for 30 articles in good topics overall.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Usernameunique }} wins the DYK prize, for 24 did you know articles in round 3.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Zanhe}} wins the ITN prize, for 17 in the news articles overall.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant9|Aoba47}} wins the GAR prize, for 43 good article reviews in round 1.

Awards will be handed out in the coming weeks. Please be patient!

Congratulations to everyone who participated in this year's WikiCup, whether you made it to the final rounds or not, and particular congratulations to the newcomers to the WikiCup who have achieved much this year. Thanks to all who have taken part and helped out with the competition. 

Next year's competition begins on 1 January. You are invited to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2019 signups|sign up to participate]]'''; it is open to all Wikipedians, new and old. The WikiCup judges will be back in touch over the coming months, and we hope to see you all in the 2019 competition. Until then, it only remains to once again congratulate our worthy winners, and thank all participants for their involvement! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{User4|Godot13}}, {{user4|Cwmhiraeth}} and {{User4|Vanamonde93}}.
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== brilliant contribution ==

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You seem to understand the world

[[User:MoodyGoss|MoodyGoss]] ([[User talk:MoodyGoss|talk]]) 11:27, 14 November 2018 (UTC)
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== Welcome to the 2019 WikiCup! ==

Hello and Happy New Year! 

Welcome to the 2019 WikiCup, the competition begins today. If you have already joined, your submission page can be found '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup|here]]'''. If you have not yet signed up, you can '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2019 signups|add your name here]]''' and we will set up your submissions page. One important rule to remember is that only content on which you have completed significant work during 2019, and which you have nominated this year, is eligible for points in the competition, the judges will be checking! Any questions should be directed to one of the judges, or left on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]]. Signups will close at the end of January, and the first round will end on 26 February; the 64 highest scorers at that time will make it to round 2. Good luck! The judges for the WikiCup are {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{User4|Godot13}}, {{User4|Vanamonde93}} and {{User4|Cwmhiraeth}}. [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 11:14, 1 January 2019 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2019 March newsletter ==

And so ends the first round of the competition. Everyone with a positive score moves on to Round 2. With 56 contestants qualifying, each group in Round 2 contains seven contestants, with the two leaders from each group due to qualify for Round 3 as well as the top sixteen remaining contestants.

Our top scorers in Round 1 were:   

*{{flagicon|USA}} [[User:L293D|L293D]], a WikiCup newcomer, led the field with ten good articles on submarines for a total of 357 points.
*[[File:Pirate_Flag_of_Henry_Every.svg|25px]] {{u|Adam Cuerden}}, a WikiCup veteran, came next with 274 points, mostly  from eight featured pictures, restorations of artwork.
*{{flagicon|Denmark}} [[User:MPJ-DK|MPJ-DK]], a wrestling enthusiast, was in third place with 263 points, garnered from  a featured list, five good articles, two DYKs and four GARs.
*{{flagicon|USA}} [[user:Usernameunique|Usernameunique]] came next at 243, with a featured article and a good article, both on ancient helmets.
*[[File:Flag of the United States Library of Congress 2.svg|25px]] [[user:Squeamish Ossifrage|Squeamish Ossifrage]] was in joint fifth place with 224 points, mostly garnered from bringing the [[1937 Fox vault fire]] to featured article status.
*{{flagicon|Ohio}} [[User:Ed!|Ed!]] was also on 224, with an amazing number of good article reviews (56 actually).

These contestants, like all the others, now have to start scoring points again from scratch. Between them, contestants completed reviews on 143 good articles, one hundred more than the number of good articles they claimed for, thus making a substantial dent in the review backlog. Well done all!

Remember that any content promoted after the end of Round 1 but before the start of Round 2 can be claimed in Round 2. Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page. Remember, if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. 

If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small>  [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]).
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Victor Alvarez (Puerto Rican)]] ==
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The article [[:Victor Alvarez (Puerto Rican)]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32;because of the following concern:
<blockquote>The coverage (references, external links, etc.) does not seem sufficient to justify this article passing [[Wikipedia:General notability guideline]] and the more detailed [[Wikipedia:Notability (biographies)]] requirement. Also [[WP:ONEVENT]]-type of a biography. If you disagree and deprod this, please explain how it meets them on the talk page here in the form of "This article meets criteria A and B because..." and [[WP:ECHO|ping me back]] through [[WP:ECHO]] or by leaving a note at [[User talk:Piotrus]]. Thank you.</blockquote>

While all constructive contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, pages may be [[WP:DEL#REASON|deleted for any of several reasons]].

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} notice, but please explain why in your [[Help:edit summary|edit summary]] or on [[Talk:Victor Alvarez (Puerto Rican)|the article's talk page]].

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== WikiCup 2019 May newsletter ==

The second round of the 2019 WikiCup has now finished. Contestants needed to scored 32 points to advance into round 3. Our top four scorers in round 2 all scored over 400 points and were:

*{{flagicon|Scotland}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]] (1210), our winner in 2016, with two featured articles and three DYKs. He also made good use of the bonus points available, more than doubling his score by choosing appropriate articles to work on.
*{{flagicon|Wales}} [[User:Kosack|Kosack]] (750), last year's runner up, with an FA, a GA, two FLs, and five DYKs.
*[[File:Pirate_Flag_of_Henry_Every.svg|25px]] {{u|Adam Cuerden}} (480), a WikiCup veteran, with 16 featured pictures, mostly restorations.
*{{flagicon|Prussia}} [[User:Zwerg Nase|Zwerg Nase]] (461), a seasoned competitor, with a FA, a GA and an ITN item.
Other notable performances were put in by {{flagicon|Chicago}} [[User:Barkeep49|Barkeep49]] with six GAs, {{flagicon|USA}} [[User:Ceranthor|Ceranthor]], {{flagicon|England}} [[User:Lee Vilenski|Lee Vilenski]], and {{flagicon|Saskatchewan}} [[User:Canada_Hky|Canada Hky]], each with seven GARs, and {{flagicon|Denmark}} [[User:MPJ-DK|MPJ-DK]] with a seven item GT.

So far contestants have achieved nine featured articles between them and a splendid 80 good articles. Commendably, 227 GARs have been completed during the course of the 2019 WikiCup, so the backlog of articles awaiting GA review has been reduced as a result of contestants' activities. The judges are pleased with the thorough GARs that are being performed, and have hardly had to reject any. As we enter the third round, remember that any content promoted after the end of round 2 but before the start of round 3 can be claimed in round 3. Remember too that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove your name from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]) [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 17:46, 1 May 2019 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2019 July newsletter ==

The third round of the 2019 WikiCup has now come to an end. The 16 users who made it to the fourth round needed to score at least 68 points, which is substantially lower than last year's 227 points. Our top scorers in round 3 were:

*{{flagicon|Norfolk Island}} [[User:Casliber|Cas Liber]], our winner in 2016, with 500 points derived mainly from a featured article and two GAs on natural history topics
*{{flagicon|South Carolina}} [[User:Adam Cuerden|Adam Cuerden]], with 480 points, a tally built on 16 featured pictures, the result of meticulous restoration work
*{{Flagicon|Cascadia}} [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]], a finalist in the last two years, with 306 points from a variety of submissions, mostly related to sport or the State of Washington
*{{Flagicon|United States}} [[User:Usernameunique|Usernameunique]], with 305 points derived from a featured article and two GAs on archaeology and related topics

Contestants managed 4 (5) featured articles, 4 featured lists, 18 featured pictures, 29 good articles, 50 DYK entries, 9 ITN entries, and 39 good article reviews.  As we enter the fourth round, remember that any content promoted after the end of round 3 but before the start of round 4 can be claimed in round 4. Please also remember that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them, and it is imperative to claim them in the correct round; one FA claim had to be rejected because it was incorrectly submitted (claimed in Round 3 when it qualified for Round 2), so be warned! When doing GARs, please make sure that you check that all the GA criteria are fully met.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anything else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove your name from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) and  [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]). [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 20:12, 2 July 2019 (UTC)
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Jeffrey Walsh]] ==
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The article [[:Jeffrey Walsh]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32;because of the following concern:
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== WikiCup 2019 September newsletter ==

The fourth round of the competition has finished in a flurry of last minute activity, with 454 points being required to qualify for the final round. It was a hotly competitive round with two contestants with over 400 points being eliminated, and all but two of the finalists having achieved an FA during the round. [[User:Casliber|Casliber]], our 2016 winner, was the highest point-scorer, followed by [[User:Enwebb|Enwebb]] and [[User:Lee Vilenski|Lee Vilenski]], who are both new to the competition. In fourth place was [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]], a finalist last year. But all those points are swept away as we start afresh for the final round.

Round 4 saw the achievement of 11 featured articles. In addition, [[User:Adam Cuerden|Adam Cuerden]] scored with 18 FPs, Lee Vilenski led the GA score with 8 GAs while [[User:Kosack |Kosack ]] performed 15 GA reviews. There were around 40 DYKs, 40 GARs and 31 GAs overall during round 4. Even though contestants performed more GARs than they achieved GAs, there was still some frustration at the length of time taken to get articles reviewed.

As we start round 5, we say goodbye to the eight competitors who didn't quite make it; thank you for the useful contributions you have made to the Cup and Wikipedia, and we hope you will join us again next year. Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 4 but before the start of round 5 can be claimed in round 5. Remember too that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them (some people have fallen foul of this rule and the points have been removed).

If you are concerned that your nomination, whether it be for a good article, a featured process, or anything else, will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to help keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]], [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 18:44, 1 September 2019 (UTC)
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The article [[:Rick Wilson (attorney)]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32;because of the following concern:
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== Nomination of [[:Rick Wilson (attorney)]] for deletion ==
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Rick Wilson (attorney)]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.<!-- Template:afd notice --> &ndash;&nbsp;[[User:Muboshgu|Muboshgu]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Muboshgu#top|talk]]) 16:51, 21 September 2019 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2019 November newsletter ==

The WikiCup is over for another year!  Our '''Champion''' this year is {{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Adam Cuerden}}, who over the course of the competition has amassed 91 featured pictures, including 32 in the final round. Our finalists this year were:

#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Adam Cuerden}} with 964 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Lee Vilenski}} with 899 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Casliber}} with 817 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Kosack}} with 691 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|SounderBruce}} with 388 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Enwebb}} with 146 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Usernameunique}} with 145 points
#{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|HaEr48}} with 74 points

All those who reached the final will win awards. The following special awards will be made based on high performance in particular areas of content creation. So that the finalists do not have an undue advantage, these prizes are awarded to the competitor who scored the highest in any particular field in a single round, or in the event of a tie, to the overall leader in this field. Awards will be handed out in the coming weeks. Please be patient!

*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Casliber}} wins the featured article prize, for a total of 7 FAs during the course of the competition.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Lee Vilenski}} wins the good article prize, for 14 GAs in round 5.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Yashthepunisher}} wins the featured list prize, for 4 FLs overall.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Adam Cuerden}} wins the featured picture prize, for 91 FPs overall.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|MPJ-DK}} wins the topic prize, for 7 articles in good topics in round 2.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Lee Vilenski}} wins the DYK prize, for 14 did you know articles in round 5.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Muboshgu}} wins the ITN prize, for 7 in the news articles in round 1.
*{{Wikipedia:WikiCup/Participant10|Ed!}} wins the reviewer prize, for 56 good article reviews in round 1.

Congratulations to everyone who participated in this year's WikiCup, whether you made it to the final rounds or not, and particular congratulations to the newcomers to the WikiCup who have achieved much this year. Thanks to all who have taken part and helped out with the competition, not forgetting [[User:Jarry1250]], who runs the scoring bot. 

We have opened a [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup/Scoring|scoring discussion]] on whether the rules and scoring need adjustment. Please have your say. Next year's competition will begin on 1 January. You are invited to '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2020 signups|sign up to participate]]'''; the WikiCup is open to all Wikipedians, both novices and experienced editors, and we hope to see you all in the 2020 competition. Until then, it only remains to once again congratulate our worthy winners, and thank all participants for their involvement! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]], [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]], [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] 14:18, 2 November 2019 (UTC)
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== Welcome to the 2020 WikiCup! ==

Happy New Year, Happy New Decade and Happy New WikiCup! The competition begins today and all article creators, expanders and improvers are welcome to take part. If you have already signed up, your submissions page can be found '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup|here]]'''. If you have not yet signed up, you can '''[[Wikipedia:WikiCup/2020 signups|add your name here]]''' and the judges will set up your submissions page. We are relaxing the rule that only content on which you have completed significant work during 2020 will count; now to be eligible for points in the competition, you must have completed significant work on the content at some time! Any questions on the rules or on anything else connected to the Cup should be directed to one of the judges, or posted to the [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup|WikiCup talk page]]. Signups will close at the end of January, and the first round will end on 26 February; the 64 highest scorers at that time will move on to round 2. Good luck! The judges for the WikiCup are {{User4|Sturmvogel 66}}, {{User4|Godot13}}, {{User4|Vanamonde93}} and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]) 11:43, 1 January 2020 (UTC)
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Jim Moses]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.<!-- Template:afd notice --> [[User:Bearcat|Bearcat]] ([[User talk:Bearcat|talk]]) 13:26, 16 February 2020 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2020 March newsletter ==

And so ends the first round of the competition. Everyone with a positive score moves on to Round 2, with 57 contestants qualifying. We have abolished the groups this year, so to qualify for Round 3 you will need to finish Round 2 among the top thirty-two contestants.

Our top scorers in Round 1 were:   

*{{flagicon|New York (state)}} [[User:Epicgenius|Epicgenius]], a WikiCup newcomer, led the field with a featured article, five good articles and an assortment of other submissions, specialising on buildings and locations in New York, for a total of 895 points.
*[[File:Royal Standard of England (1406-1603).svg|22px|England]] [[User:Gog the Mild|Gog the Mild]] came next with 464 points, from a featured article, two good articles and a number of reviews, the main theme being naval warfare.
*{{flagicon|United States}} [[User:Raymie|Raymie]] was in third place with 419 points, garnered from one good article and an impressive 34 DYKs on radio and TV stations in the United States.
*{{flagicon|Somerset}} [[User:Harrias|Harrias]] came next at 414, with a featured article and three good articles, an English civil war battle specialist.
*[[File:Pirate Flag.svg|22px|Pirate flag]] [[User:CaptainEek|CaptainEek]] was in fifth place with 405 points, mostly garnered from bringing [[Cactus wren]] to featured article status.
*The top ten contestants at the end of Round 1 all scored over 200 points; they also included {{flagicon|United States}} [[User:L293D|L293D]], {{flagicon|Venezuela}} [[User:Kingsif|Kingsif]], {{flagicon|Antarctica}} [[User:Enwebb|Enwebb]],  {{flagicon|ENG}} [[User:Lee Vilenski|Lee Vilenski]] and {{flagicon|Nepal}} [[User:CAPTAIN MEDUSA|CAPTAIN MEDUSA]]. Seven of the top ten contestants in Round 1 are new to the WikiCup.

These contestants, like all the others, now have to start scoring points again from scratch. In Round 1 there were four featured articles, one featured list and two featured pictures, as well as around two hundred DYKs and twenty-seven ITNs. Between them, contestants completed 127 good article reviews, nearly a hundred more than the 43 good articles they claimed for, thus making a substantial dent in the review backlog. Contestants also claimed for 40 featured article / featured list reviews, and most even remembered to mention their WikiCup participation in their reviews (a requirement). 

Remember that any content promoted after the end of Round 1 but before the start of Round 2 can be claimed in Round 2. Some contestants made claims before the new submissions pages were set up, and they will need to resubmit them. Invitations for collaborative writing efforts or any other discussion of potentially interesting work is always welcome on the WikiCup talk page. Remember, if two or more WikiCup competitors have done significant work on an article, all can claim points. If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article candidates, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]].

If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small>  [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]). [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 16:47, 1 March 2020 (UTC)
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== WikiCup newsletter correction ==

There was an error in the WikiCup 2020 March newsletter; {{flagicon|United States}} [[User:L293D|L293D]] should not have been included in the list of top ten scorers in Round 1 (they led the list last year), instead, {{flagicon|United States}} [[User:Dunkleosteus77|Dunkleosteus77]] should have been included, having garnered 334 points from five good articles on animals, living or extinct, and various reviews. [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 09:30, 2 March 2020 (UTC)
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==[[Wikipedia:BLPPROD|Proposed deletion]] of [[Mekki Hamed Mekki]]==
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The article [[Mekki Hamed Mekki]] has been [[WP:BLPPROD|proposed for deletion]] because it appears to have no references. Under [[Wikipedia:BLPPROD#Objecting|Wikipedia policy]], this '''[[WP:BLP|biography of a living person]]''' will be deleted after seven days unless it has at least one reference to a [[WP:V#Sources|reliable source]] that directly supports material in the article. 

If you created the article, please don't be offended. Instead, consider improving the article. For help on inserting references, see [[Wikipedia:Referencing for beginners|Referencing for beginners]], or ask at the [[Wikipedia:Help desk|help desk]]. Once you have provided at least one [[WP:V#Sources|reliable source]], you may remove the {{tl|prod blp/dated}} tag. '''Please do not remove the tag unless the article is sourced.''' If you cannot provide such a source within seven days, the article may be deleted, but you can {{#ifexist:Mekki Hamed Mekki|request that it be undeleted|[[Wikipedia:Requests for undeletion|request that it be undeleted]]}} when you are ready to add one.<!-- Template:ProdwarningBLP --> [[User_talk:Black Kite|Black Kite (talk)]] 11:52, 9 March 2020 (UTC)
== Nomination of [[:Mekki Hamed Mekki]] for deletion ==
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The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Mekki Hamed Mekki]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.<!-- Template:afd notice --> [[User_talk:Black Kite|Black Kite (talk)]] 19:07, 10 March 2020 (UTC)

== Nomination for merging of [[Template:AQChiefs]] ==
[[File:Information.svg|30px|alt=|link=]][[Template:AQChiefs]] has been [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion|nominated for merging]] with [[Template:Al-Qaeda]]. You are invited to comment on the discussion at [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion/Log/2020 April 4#Template:AQChiefs|the template's entry on the Templates for discussion page]]. Thank you.<!--Template:Tfmnotice--> [[User:PPEMES|PPEMES]] ([[User talk:PPEMES|talk]]) 12:27, 4 April 2020 (UTC)

== Nomination for merging of [[Template:3iC-alQaeda]] ==
[[File:Information.svg|30px|alt=|link=]][[Template:3iC-alQaeda]] has been [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion|nominated for merging]] with [[Template:Al-Qaeda]]. You are invited to comment on the discussion at [[Wikipedia:Templates for discussion/Log/2020 April 4#Template:3iC-alQaeda|the template's entry on the Templates for discussion page]]. Thank you.<!--Template:Tfmnotice--> [[User:PPEMES|PPEMES]] ([[User talk:PPEMES|talk]]) 12:37, 4 April 2020 (UTC)

== WikiCup 2020 May newsletter ==

The second round of the 2020 WikiCup has now finished. It was a high-scoring round and contestants needed 75 points to advance to round 3. There were some very impressive efforts in round 2, with the top ten contestants all scoring more than 500 points. A large number of the points came from the 12 featured articles and the 186 good articles achieved in total by contestants, and the 355 good article reviews they performed; the GAN backlog drive and the stay-at-home imperative during the COVID-19 pandemic may have been partially responsible for these impressive figures.

Our top scorers in round 2 were:

*{{flagicon|New York (state)}} [[User:Epicgenius|Epicgenius]], with 2333 points from one featured article, forty-five good articles, fourteen DYKs and plenty of bonus points
*[[File:Royal Standard of England (1406-1603).svg|22px|England]] [[User:Gog the Mild|Gog the Mild]], with 1784 points from three featured articles, eight good articles, a substantial number of featured article and good article reviews and lots of bonus points
*{{flagicon|BWA}} [[User:The Rambling Man|The Rambling Man]], with 1262 points from two featured articles, eight good articles and a hundred good article reviews  
*{{flagicon|Somerset}} [[User:Harrias|Harrias]], with 1141 points from two featured articles, three featured lists, ten good articles, nine DYKs and a substantial number of featured article and good article reviews
*{{flagicon|ENG}} [[User:Lee Vilenski|Lee Vilenski]] with 869 points, [[File:Blason Gondor.svg|22px|link=Gondor|Gondor]] [[User:Hog Farm|Hog Farm]] with 801, {{flagicon|Venezuela}} [[User:Kingsif|Kingsif]] with 719, {{flagicon|Cascadia}} [[User:SounderBruce|SounderBruce]] with 710, {{flagicon|United States}} [[User:Dunkleosteus77|Dunkleosteus77]] with 608 and {{flagicon|Mexico}} [[User:MX|MX]] with 515.

The rules for featured article reviews have been adjusted; reviews may cover three aspects of the article, content, images and sources, and contestants may receive points for each of these three types of review. Please also remember the requirement to mention the WikiCup when undertaking an FAR for which you intend to claim points. Remember also that DYKs cannot be claimed until they have appeared on the main page. As we enter the third round, any content promoted after the end of round 2 but before the start of round 3 can be claimed now, and anything you forgot to claim in round 2 cannot! Remember too, that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them. When doing GARs, please make sure that you check that all the GA criteria are fully met.

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anything else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove your name from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]) and [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]]. - [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 17:44, 1 May 2020 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2020 July newsletter ==

The third round of the 2020 WikiCup has now come to an end. The 16 users who made it into the fourth round each had at least 353 points (compared to 68 in 2019). It was a highly competitive round, and a number of contestants were eliminated who would have moved on in earlier years. Our top scorers in round 3 were:

*{{flagicon|New York (state)}} [[User:Epicgenius|Epicgenius]], with one featured article, 28 good articles and 17 DYKs, amassing 1836 points
*{{flagicon|BWA}} [[User:The Rambling Man|The Rambling Man ]], with 1672 points gained from four featured articles and seventeen good articles, plus reviews of a large number of FACs and GAs
*[[File:Royal Standard of England (1406-1603).svg|22px|England]] [[User:Gog the Mild|Gog the Mild]], a first time contestant, with 1540 points, a tally built largely on 4 featured articles and related bonus points.

Between them, contestants managed 14 featured articles, 9 featured lists, 3 featured pictures, 152 good articles, 136 DYK entries, 55 ITN entries, 65 featured article candidate reviews and 221 good article reviews. Additionally, {{flagicon|Denmark}} [[User:MPJ-DK|MPJ-DK]] added 3 items to featured topics and 44 to good topics. Over the course of the competition, contestants have completed 710 good article reviews, in comparison to 387 good articles submitted for review and promoted. These large numbers are probably linked to a GAN backlog drive in April and May, and the changed patterns of editing during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we enter the fourth round, remember that any content promoted after the end of round 3 but before the start of round 4 can be claimed in round 4. Please also remember that you must claim your points within 14 days of "earning" them. When doing GARs, please make sure that you check that all the GA criteria are fully met. Please also remember that all submissions must meet core Wikipedia policies, regardless of the review process. 

If you are concerned that your nomination—whether it is at good article nominations, a featured process, or anywhere else—will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews Needed]] (remember to remove your listing when no longer required). Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. Good luck! <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove your name from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]), [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]) [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 12:34, 2 July 2020 (UTC)
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== WikiCup 2020 September newsletter ==

The fourth round of the competition has finished, with 865 points being required to qualify for the final round, nearly twice as many points as last year. It was a hotly competitive round with two contestants with 598 and 605 points being eliminated, and all but two of the contestants who reached the final round having achieved an FA during the round. The highest scorers were

*[[File:Free Hong Kong flag.svg|23px|link=Liberate Hong Kong, revolution of our time|Free Hong Kong]] [[User:Bloom6132|Bloom6132]], with 1478 points gained mainly from 5 featured lists, 12 DYKs and 63 in the news items; 
*{{flagicon|Indonesia}}[[User:HaEr48|HaEr48]] with 1318 points gained mainly from 2 featured articles, 5 good articles and 8 DYKs; 
*{{flagicon|ENG}} [[User:Lee Vilenski|Lee Vilenski]] with 1201 points mainly gained from 2 featured articles and 10 good articles.

Between them, contestants achieved 14 featured articles, 14 featured lists, 2 featured pictures, 87 good articles, 90 DYK entries, 75 ITN entries, 95 featured article candidate reviews and 81 good article reviews. Congratulations to all who participated! It was a generally high-scoring and productive round and I think we can expect a highly competitive finish to the competition.

Remember that any content promoted after the end of round 4 but before the start of round 5 can be claimed in round 5. Remember too that you must claim your points within 10 days of "earning" them. If you are concerned that your nomination will not receive the necessary reviews, please list it on [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Reviews]]. It would be helpful if this list could be cleared of any items no longer relevant. If you want to help out with the WikiCup, please do your bit to keep down the review backlogs! Questions are welcome on [[Wikipedia talk:WikiCup]], and the judges are reachable on their talk pages or by email. <small>If you wish to start or stop receiving this newsletter, please feel free to add or remove yourself from [[Wikipedia:WikiCup/Newsletter/Send]].</small> [[User:Godot13|Godot13]] ([[User talk:Godot13|talk]]), [[User:Sturmvogel 66|Sturmvogel 66]] ([[User talk:Sturmvogel 66|talk]]), [[User:Vanamonde93|Vanamonde]] ([[User talk:Vanamonde93|talk]]), [[User:Cwmhiraeth|Cwmhiraeth]] ([[User talk:Cwmhiraeth|talk]]) [[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]] ([[User talk:MediaWiki message delivery|talk]]) 19:53, 1 September 2020 (UTC)
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Eutímio Guerra]] ==
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The article [[:Eutímio Guerra]] has been [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed for deletion]]&#32;because of the following concern:
<blockquote>'''Already covered in main article on Che Guevara.'''</blockquote>

While all constructive contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, pages may be [[WP:DEL#REASON|deleted for any of several reasons]].

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} notice, but please explain why in your [[Help:edit summary|edit summary]] or on [[Talk:Eutímio Guerra|the article's talk page]].

Please consider improving the page to address the issues raised. Removing {{Tlc|proposed deletion/dated}} will stop the [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|proposed deletion process]], but other [[Wikipedia:deletion process|deletion process]]es exist. In particular, the [[Wikipedia:Criteria for speedy deletion|speedy deletion]] process can result in deletion without discussion, and [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion|articles for deletion]] allows discussion to reach [[Wikipedia:Consensus|consensus]] for deletion.<!-- Template:Proposed deletion notify --> [[User:PatGallacher|PatGallacher]] ([[User talk:PatGallacher|talk]]) 10:13, 20 September 2020 (UTC)
== Nomination of [[:Claudia Pastorino]] for deletion ==
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<div class="floatleft" style="margin-bottom:0">[[File:Ambox warning orange.svg|48px|alt=|link=]]</div>A discussion is taking place as to whether the article '''[[:Claudia Pastorino]]''' is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to [[Wikipedia:List of policies and guidelines|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]] or whether it should be [[Wikipedia:Deletion policy|deleted]].

The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Claudia Pastorino]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.
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== Nomination of [[:Richard Mosley]] for deletion ==
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<div class="floatleft" style="margin-bottom:0">[[File:Ambox warning orange.svg|48px|alt=|link=]]</div>A discussion is taking place as to whether the article '''[[:Richard Mosley]]''' is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to [[Wikipedia:List of policies and guidelines|Wikipedia's policies and guidelines]] or whether it should be [[Wikipedia:Deletion policy|deleted]].

The article will be discussed at [[Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Richard Mosley]] until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.
<!-- Template:Afd notice --></div> <span style="text-shadow:grey 0.5em 0.5em 0.6em;"> '''[[User:The C of E|<span style="color:red;">The C of E  </span><span style="color:blue;"> God Save the Queen!</span>]]''' ([[User talk:The C of E|<span style="color:darkblue;">talk</span>]])</span> 17:39, 14 February 2021 (UTC)
== Nomination of [[:Joseph Charette]] for deletion ==
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Aumar Alsorani]] ==
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==  [[Wikipedia:Proposed deletion|Proposed deletion]] of [[:Al-Hisn Mosque]] ==
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