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This post is brought to you by Focus Features' new film Hyde Park on Hudson, directed by Roger Michell (Notting Hill) and starring Oscar nominees Bill Murray and Laura Linney. In theaters now.
Hyde Park on Hudson tells the true life story of the first time a reigning monarch of England visited the United States. In June 1939, King George VI and his wife went to Washington D.C. and then spent a weekend with President Franklin Delano Roosevelt at his family estate about 90 miles north of New York City.
Bill Murray plays FDR as a president juggling unusual romantic arrangements with his wife Eleanor (Olivia Williams), his secretary Missy LeHand (Elizabeth Marvel) and his cousin Margaret "Daisy" Suckley (Linney) as much as he's playing host to the visiting royals, King George (Samuel West) and his wife, Queen Elizabeth (Olivia Colman), who was the mother of the current Queen.
Daisy narrates the events of the weekend, which wasn't just a social gathering – it was an important historical moment.
In June 1939, Britain was on the brink of entering World War II and was desperately looking for American support. While FDR privately discussed with the King ways that the U.S. could supply military aid, the public read about the British and American heads of state and their wives enjoying a relaxed and informal country weekend, complete with a Yankee-style picnic that famously included hot dogs.
The movie portrays a president firmly cognizant and in control of the public relations opportunity of the weekend, even as he acts as a substitute father for a timorous king facing enormous challenges.
"This visit changed the perceptions of the American people," says an article on the FDR Library website, and it enabled Roosevelt "to do more for Britain. When England declared war on Germany three months later, Americans, due in no small part to the King and Queen's visit, sympathized with England's plight; Britons were no longer strangers or the evil colonial rulers from the past but familiar friends and relatives with whom Americans could identify."
On the occasion of Hyde Park on Hudson, Anglophenia takes a look at the history of meetings between sitting U.S. presidents and reigning British monarchs. Though such meetings are now relatively commonplace, if you can use that word to describe them, they simply didn't occur until the second decade of the last century. Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted 63 years, from 1837 to 1901, never met a single president in office. By contrast, Queen Elizabeth II, whose 60-year tenure is approaching that of her great-great grandmother, has met with 11 out of the 12 presidents whose terms have fallen within her reign, with Lyndon Johnson being the sole exception.
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Jamie is still in terrible shape. We are adjusting his Lyme meds, and he started Immunovir today. Meanwhile, in the midst of a terrible crash, I had to go to his school last week for a very stressful meeting to try to get him more accommodations (my husband was out of town all week). It is unfathomable to me why they can't just provide the services he needs when we ask and why everything has to turn into such a big negotiation. It's been such a rough month for him, and all these school problems only make it worse.
So, by the time the weekend arrived, we were all ready for a little cinematic escape:
- Friday night, Jamie, Ken, and I watched Avatar. WOW. All of the accolades it received were well-deserved. Our kids saw it in the theater in 3D when it first came out, but Ken and I have been dying to see it for ourselves. Yes, the special effects are amazing, but it is so much more than a cool sci fi flick. Everything about it was amazing - the concept, the plot, the acting, all of it. It is set in the future, at a time when humans have ruined earth and have discovered another planet, Pandora, with lots of much-needed natural resources. The catch is that this planet is already occupied by sentient humanoid beings, the blue Na'vi, not to mention a wealth of flora and fauna. Humans develop a way to interact with the Na'vi, by using specially selected humans whose DNA is used to create Na'vi avatars who are controlled by their corresponding humans. It is all so cool. The main conflict in the movie is between the scientists, who want to study the Na'vi and develop relationships so they can negotiate for the resources they need and a huge corporation using the military, who favor just taking what they want. Some of the human avatars become very close to the Na'vi, adding another layer of complexity. It is all so good, so well done, so engaging and unique, and with so much depth. I want to be a Na'vi! Definitely worth watching.
- Saturday, after we canceled a dinner party we'd planned, Jamie, Ken, and I (yes, Craig had plans again!) rented a Redbox DVD, Drive. We had trouble categorizing this one - it's a drama with lots of action though without the suspense of a thriller and with more emotional depth than the typical action flick. Ryan Gosling stars as a stunt driver in LA who makes extra money on the side as a driver-for-hire for various criminals who need a quick escape. The main character (we never did hear his name) is the silent type, so we don't learn much about him, except that he seems to be falling in love with his neighbor and adores her young son. Of course, there are some car chase scenes but not as many as I expected. It is a dark, somewhat depressing movie, though it is well done and interesting.
- Last night, Ken and I started a movie I requested from the library in tune with the season, Valentine's Day. Before the opening credits finished rolling, we both realized we've seen it before! Sure enough, I checked previous Movie Mondays and saw that we watched it just about a year ago (see review). But we enjoyed it the first time and neither of us remembers exactly how it ended, so we are watching it again (we haven't finished it yet - can't stay up late on a Sunday!). An unexpected benefit of brain fog :)


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Is Your Customer Service More Than Lip Service?
Do you find that the phrase "customer service" has become an overused cliche recently? Everybody in every industry seems to be promising the "Holy Grail" of customer service, but do they really rise to the occasion? Certainly, I love the National Auto Parts commercials that proclaim: "The best part is our people." That slogan alone is terrific; yet, does it hold true?
Within our industry, I hear this same "customer service" mantra. But are we simply giving lip service to customer service? Sadly, many industry veterans admit to me that they are disappointed with the attention and service that they receive when exercising in a typical facility. I believe that there is no excuse for this! Each and every day, we should pride ourselves on delivering what T. Scott Gross, author of "Outrageous! Unforgettable Service...Guilt-Free Selling," has described as "outrageous" customer service.
What does "outrageous" mean? Well, the word alone gives you a clue that it's beyond the ordinary and even past the extraordinary. Indeed, it's exceeding customer expectations, and that's a tough thing to do with today's savvy consumer market. Is your club measuring up?
Let's examine Gross' concept of "good enough seldom is." Do you go into your club's locker room and notice that the floor is littered with used paper towels, but you ignore it and assume that the next employee in will handle it? This "good enough" approach definitely isn't! Why don't you take the extra 30 seconds and pick the trash up yourself?
Basic (interpret this as "minimal") customer service within clubs should include:
* All members being greeted as they arrive and bid farewell when they depart
* Welcome postcards and/or packets
* "Thank you" notes for referrals
* "Miss you" phone calls and postcards for inactive members.
Customer service ideas which reach above and beyond (interpret as "extraordinary") include:
* Staff remembrance of something personal about all members (they ran their first marathon, got married, had a baby, became a grandparent, received a promotion at work, made it through their first three months of membership, etc.)
* Bulletin board with newspaper clips of members in the local news
* Compensation for waiting unnecessarily for an appointment or if a class is suddenly cancelled (for example, a club water bottle or drink).
One phrase that Gross emphasizes re-peatedly is service "random and unexpected ... out of proportion to the circumstance." My club has developed R.A.O.K. Days, standing for "Random Acts of Kindness" (based on the books of the same name). Each week we designate a day to provide small freebies such as hot apple cider, bagels, neck massages, fruit smoothies, a holiday recipe booklet created by the staff, lemon ice water, plus promotional products.
As everyone who has visited Disney can appreciate, you "wrap an experience around the service transaction" to achieve truly phenomenal and memorable levels of customer service. Our members pay their dues for us to open our door wide to them and to appreciate them as customers. You want them to feel truly serviced and NOT sold! Reach out to them in a special way every day.
- Julia Wheatley is the owner of Women's Fitness Center Inc., located in Harrisonburg, Va. Wheatley was the winner of Club Industry's 1999 Business Woman of the Year award, and she serves as a board member of MACMA.
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New Tiny Fold Up Car Unveiled by European Commission President
A small fold-up car designed in Spain's Basque country debuted on Tuesday to curb city pollution and clutter. The car will be available in European cities in 2013, according to Agence France-Presse.
The car, named "Hiriko," the Basque word for "urban," is an electric two-seater with the motor built under the wheels. The Hiriko, which has no doors, folds up like a child's convertible stroller for convenient parking, a common problem in the city.
The car's four wheels pivot at right angles to allow sideways parking in small spaces.
The concept of Hiriko, initially thought up by Boston's MIT-Media lab, was developed by seven Basque firms under the name Hiriko Driving Mobility, AFP reported.
European Commission president Jose Manuel Barroso unveiled a prototype on Tuesday, demonstrating to reporters how a driver would use the fold-up front windscreen to enter the 1.5-metre-long car.
"European ideas usually are developed in the United States. This time an American idea is being made in Europe," consortium spokesman Gorka Espiau told AFP.
Several European cities, including Barcelona and Berlin have shown interest in Hiriko. San Francisco and Hong Kong have also expressed interest in investing in the vehicle, AFP reported. London, Paris, Boston, Brussels and Dubai have already begun talks with makers.
Developers are also discussing with numerous European cities to assemble the Hiriko, which can run 120 kilometers (75 miles), without a recharge and with a speed that electronically sets to observe city speed limits.
The goal is to have the Hiriko become a city-owned vehicle up for hire like many bicycles already available in European cities, or put it privately up for sale at around 12,500 euros, AFP reported.
Investors have described the revolutionary "Hiriko" development as a "European social innovation initiative offering a systematic solution to major societal challenges: urban transportation, pollution and job creation," AFP reported.


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A politician from the regional Samjawadi Party is the latest public figure to stir controversy in an attempt to explain what makes women in India targets of sexual crime.
SP leader Abu Azmi, a member of Maharashtra's state assembly, blamed increasing instances of sexual harassment on the fact that urban, educated women choose to date before marriage. He called this a "fad" borrowed from the West.
His comments come amid a debate on women's safety sparked by the gang rape last month of a 23-year-old physiotherapy student in New Delhi.
"Of late, it's considered fashionable to roam around with a boyfriend," the 57-year-old politician said at a press conference in Mumbai Tuesday. In a bid to appeal to men, these women attract attention by sporting "skimpy" outfits, and promoting what he called "nudity" in cities. "What women do in the name of girlfriend-boyfriend is wrong. They must be punished," he added.
Mr. Azmi explained he feels this encourages men to make lewd remarks, and in some cases commit sex crimes.
It's unclear why Mr. Azmi thinks that having a boyfriend or wearing "skimpy" clothes in any way justifies sexual assault against women.
A spokesman for the Samajwadi Party, Vikas Kamble, endorsed Mr. Azmi's remarks, saying the comments "were made keeping in mind the best interests of the country."
"There is no question of apology," Mr. Kamble told India Real Time.
Mr. Azmi also criticized India's state-run Censor Board, saying it consistently failed to remove promiscuous content from films it allows to show in India. This, in his view, also encourages men to commit sex crimes. A member of India's Censor Board said she did not "wish to waste time commenting on such a frivolous statement."
Mr. Azmi's comments drew sharp criticism, including from his own son, Farhan Azmi. "For the first time, I felt the person making those statements is not my dad," said the younger Mr. Farhan, a Mumbai-based restaurateur who is married to a Bollywood actress, according to Indian media reports.
"I myself regret his comments," he added.
The SP lawmaker is the latest to join a long list of politicians and public figures who, in the wake of a brutal gang rape in India's capital, said women share the blame in cases of sexual assaults. Some have pointed to short skirts, others to western influence more broadly.
According to data released by India's National Records Bureau, 24,206 cases of rape were registered in India in 2011, 2,034 cases more than those registered in 2010.
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The self-proclaimed "Evel Knievel of Rock N Roll," Foxy Shazam is here to make a musical death defying stunt with their New Weathermen debut Introducing Foxy, to be released in January of 2008. The album, recorded with producer Casey Bates (Chiodos, Heavy Heavy Low Low) takes their piano propelled songs that layer spastic hardcore noise atop fractured Soul inspired pop to a new level, one that emphasizes…..well….good times, tells vocalist Eric Nally. "The whole point of the album is to be a feel-good dance party. We stepped up our game while throwing our whole selves and personality quirks in it, making the album very centered and focused on our development." The songs are varied, and there are a few head scratchers thrown in the mix, tells Nally. "One song, Dangerous Man, is meant for the soundtrack of a Robin Hood film. Another song, Red Cape Diver, is about a bull fighter who is telling his family that he loves them before he goes off to work. But most of the songs are just about having a good time." The first single off of their record, and one of the biggest party-starters, Yes Yes Yes! is making its debut on Myspace this month. Foxy Shazam has been taking their party mobile since their formation in 2004. The quintet from Cincinnati, OH, which consists of Nally, Loren Turner (guitar), Daisy (bass), Sky White (piano), and Joe Halberstadt (drums) are currently out on their first official tour with Eyes Set to Kill and High School Karate, and have booked their own tours in the past with Tub Ring, Look What I Did, and others. The band had such a blast on the road that they felt they were meant to continue. Speaking on their direction, Turner admits "we decided early on not to hold back on any kind of sound as long as it sounds good, we will use it." The result is a divergent sound that doesn't fit comfortably in any one genre but reaches across many. "We've always gone over well with our live shows whether playing to a bar full of old guys or a VFW hall full of hardcore kids we also draw a positive reaction." Through this intense live show experience, the band has drawn a fanbase in many national markets. While their shows tend to get a little wild, for example the band playing to reckless abandon including White playing the piano with a severed deer hoof and Nally putting out a lit cigarette on his cheek, the emphasis is on the visible, soulful nature of the music. "We tend to be really theatrical because we are so passionate about the music. It really moves us, and we don't need props to show it." The band released their debut album The Flamingo Trigger (2005), and then went on to tour exhaustively, performing over two hundred shows within a span of eighteen months. The word of mouth about the band began to spread catching the attention of many, including The Number Twelve Looks Like You's front man and partner of Piermont Management, Jesse Korman. Foxy Shazam became the first management client of Piermont Management, who quickly introduced their client to Nick Storch of New Weathermen Records. Storch recalls "He (Korman) told me I had to check them out and at first I had no idea what was going on in their music and put it aside. A few weeks later I put their demos back in with a fresh mind and it clicked right away, these guys are chaotic but there's also a real pop sensibility that doesn't usually occur with bands this far out." Foxy Shazam is the second artist to be signed to the label in partnership with Ferret Music. The band will be heading out on a full US tour with Heavy Heavy Low Low and Dance Gavin Dance in November so keep checking Ferretstyle.com for details.
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Pita bread is a great bread for beginning bakers or for making with kids. The entire process of making them only takes about 1 hours , so it is also a great one for people on a tight schedule.
And this recipe is thinking in little families or that person live alone and enjoy make their bread.
Ingredients ( 4 or 5 breads)
2 cups of all purpose flour
1 teaspoon of salt
1 pinch of sugar
1 tablespoon of olive oil
3/4 cup of warm water
1 1/2 teaspoon of dry yeast
Preheat the oven at 180°c
In a little bowl put the dry yeast and warm water.
In a medium bowl place the all purpose flour, the oil, salt and sugar, add the yeast with water.
All of the ingredients should form a ball. If some of the flour will not stick to the ball, add more water .
Once all of the ingredients form a ball, place the ball on a work surface, such as a cutting board, and knead the dough,Place the ball in a a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and set aside about 20 minutes.
Divide dough into 4 or 5 equal portions and hands into a ball of each. Then make to shape of pita bread.
Place in an oiled baking sheet and bake the bread place about 6 to 8 minutes per side, until they are cooked.
Remember the pitas normally are white only little golden.
Remove and let cool.
Carefully open and fill with whatever you want. I filled it with slices of avocado and tomato.
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Pan Pita
Este pan pita es sencillo y fácil de hacer y es especial cuando son pocos en la casa porque es una receta que salen 4 o 5 panes y se hace bastante rápido.


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Most Anticipated 2013: Tyler's Picks
The editorial team at Shacknews outlines their most anticipated games of 2013 individually. Next up we've got intern Tyler J. Smith's list of 2013 titles.
There's a lot to be excited for in 2013, and the Shacknews staff each have five games on their radar. The editorial team at Shacknews outlines their most anticipated games of 2013 individually. Next up, we've got intern Tyler J. Smith's list of next year's titles.
Star Trek
I'm sure you're well aware the next Star Trek movie, Star Trek Into Darkness, is out in theatres May of 2013. It's not like I post every teaser trailer in Late Night Computing. Never. But did you know there is a cooperative shooter starring Captain Kirk and Commander Spock decloaking a few weeks earlier? And it features a rather ferocious looking Gorn Hegemony? You don't say!
Jeff certainly seemed to enjoy his brief Star Trek sneak peek during the far out 2012 E3 demo. While there are a few rare gems in the series, Away Team and Birth of the Federation being my favorites, Star Trek in gaming has seen a marked decline over the last generation, marred by disappointing titles like Star Trek: Online and D-A-C. I have hope in the game even with Digital Extremes dicey record, as God of War writer Marianna Krawczyk is set to helm the story with Roberto Orci and Alex Kurztman, both of whom are heavily involved in the new movie.
This tantalizing glimpse into J.J. Abrams' new universe will be difficult for any Star Trek fan to resist come April 23, 2012.
Nuclear Union
Imagine as the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis explodes into a full nuclear Armageddon between the Soviet Union and the United States, vaporizing nearly half of the planetary population while rendering the vast majority of the surface uninhabitable as radiation poisons everything it touches. This is the world of Nuclear Union, 50 years after the apocalypse, where communist machinations have given rise to a new Soviet empire.
A third-person roleplaying game by Men of War creator Best Way and publisher 1C Company, Nuclear Union is a touch of alternative history, with a dash of S.T.A.L.K.E.R., and a side of Fallout 3. Sounds like a feast to me! Of course, since I said S.T.A.L.K.E.R., you'll also want to know there are anomalies and disgusting mutants. You'll have Mad-Max-style bandits too, and Best Way promises there will be several dominant factions on the scene, built from the ashes of the old world, with the military muscle to enforce their collective will.
Intrigued? I know I am. While there isn't a solid release date yet, Nuclear Union is due out sometime in 2013 for the PC.
Dead Space 3
Isaac Clark suits up to take on the Necromorphs and Unitologists once again in Dead Space 3. Really, you think he'd just find a quiet corner of the galaxy to retire to, but he seems to have a penchant for getting into trouble. If "I have a bad feeling about this" belongs in any character's repitoire, it's him.
The engineer-turned-soldier crash lands on the frozen planet Uxor and finds himself on the hunt for another planetcracker. There's more trouble to be found in the third iteration, as Unitology has outfitted their very own soldiers to prevent any further sabotage of their plans. It's a good thing Sergeant John Carver, a survivor of his very own Necromorph uprising, managed to find Issac. He'll need all the help he can get.
Visceral Games and Electronic Arts have faced a fair amount of criticism for evolving the once survival horror series to action horror over the last several years, but I'm still looking forward to the game. The increased militarism of Aliens only added to the suspense of the movie, as the soldier's hubris ultimately caused their demise. As Andrew points out in his preview, the game still feels like Dead Space, which is good news!
Dead Space 3 will begin the terror anew on February 5 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.
Marvel Heroes
Freedom Force and its sequel, Freedom Force vs. The Third Reich, are two of my favorite superhero games. It's no wonder why I'm looking forward to David Brevik's free-to-play action roleplaying game Marvel Heroes, which combines the brutal gameplay of Diablo with many of your favorite superhero personalities.
Iron Man? Captain America? Hulk? Thor? They're all making appearances to stop the incorrigible Dr. Doom, who somehow managed to get his slimy fingers on a Cosmic Cube capable of wrecking massive destruction. You'll be able to customize your favorite heroes with new costumes and powers to keep the game feeling fresh, and team up with friends to take on the numerous villains scattered throughout the plot written by Marvel comic scribe Brian Michael Bendis.
Gazillion studio director Jeff Lind described how each character can play differently back in October. "Each character will have a large set of powers that are appropriate to him or her," Lind explained. "So Wolverine will have a fast-paced play feel and a set of slashes, lunges, healing factor, but this is still an RPG. You have to choose what powers to pick and which to invest in. This way, one player's hero will be different from another's."
Marvel Heroes is currently closed beta testing, expected to launch sometime in 2013.
MechWarrior Tactics
MechWarrior Tactics and MechWarrior Online combine for a one-two knockout punch in 2013, both featuring thunderous mechanical warfare in a free-to-play capacity. While MechWarrior Online places you in the cockpit of one of these behemoths, MechWarrior Tactics returns to the hex-based tabletop for a strategic turned-based approach.
As Jeff noted in his preview of the game, whereas MechWarrior Online places pilots into a 12v12 deathmatch, MechWarrior Tactics pits two player-controlled lances comprised of 4 mechs against each other. Before heading into battle, you'll need to customize your lance with the latest gear, including paint, build, armament, and unit type. Each turn consists of an "attack-move-execute" phase, where commanders will dictate what each unit will do during a turn. Target and fire at your opponent, determine where to move said unit, and watch as a realistic portrayal of the sequence unfolds in a cinematic event.
Fans of the old MechCommander (download and play for free here) and MechCommander 2 (download and play for free here) will be excited by the promise of MechWarrior Tactics.
Tyler J. Smith posted a new article, Most Anticipated 2013: Tyler's Picks.
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Seven science bloggers took a crack at Star Wars' planet Tatooine last week, exploring real-life issues like megafauna, apex predators, water cycles and evolution through the lens of the desert world featured in 5 out of 6 Star Wars films.
You won't find any joyless nitpicking in these pieces. Instead, the authors lovingly explore the fictional world to write about bigger issues in science, as an introduction to concepts that carry over to our own planet. The results are really fun.
The complete list:
- David Ng shares a draft report from the Tatooine Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (put together entirely by droids).
- John Hutchinson explores Tatooine's megafauna from the inside out (with plenty of dissection notes).
- Adrienne Roehrich examines the water situation on a "desert" planet that supports so much life.
- David Shiffman puts the blame for Tatooine's desertification squarely on the decline of an apex predator (and subsequent bantha overgrazing).
- Maggie Koerth-Baker wonders what all those big animals on Tatooine are eating (okay, this one has some nitpicking).
- Malcolm Campbell imagines space-Darwin arriving on Tatooine instead of the Galapagos.
- Joe Hanson gushes over the incredible biology of the sarlacc.
The "blog carnival" was organized by Matt Shipman, who shares his thoughts about the project here.
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AT&T's New Scheme To Double Charge For Data: Call It A 1-800 Number For Internet Content
from the ignoring-how-the-internet-already-works deptSome of you youngsters may not remember what really kicked off the big "net neutrality" fight over the past few years. It was back in 2005, when then AT&T CEO Ed Whitacre suggested that internet companies should pay a second time to reach users. This was particularly nefarious. What Whitacre was suggesting was actually that AT&T get to double charge everyone. That's because the way it was (and still) is that everyone pays for their own bandwidth -- including the big internet services like Google. However, the way Whitacre was describing it, the bandwidth you got only paid for half the transit. That is, you only paid for your bandwidth from your premise to "the cloud" but not back out to any end machine. That that bandwidth was paid for by whoever owns those end machines was entirely ignored. So the plan was not just that Google would pay for its own bandwidth, but that Google would also pay for your bandwidth to get Google to your computer (ignoring that you already paid for it).
That didn't go over so well with people, and got particularly ridiculous when Mike McCurry, running an AT&T lobbying effort, insisted that Google didn't pay a dime for its bandwidth. For rather obvious reasons, he refused my proposition that he agree to pay Google's bandwidth bills.
Either way, it appears that the brilliant minds at AT&T have been trying to devise a new way to present such a plan that doesn't leave them so open to charges of being greedy double chargers -- and they may have found it by focusing on the mobile world, with their new love of "tiered" and "capped" plans that limit how much bandwidth you actually get. What they're going to do is charge app makers a fee to offer their services to you in a way that the data doesn't count against your cap. They describe it as an "800 number for the mobile internet."
"A feature that we're hoping to have out sometime next year is the equivalent of 800 numbers that would say, if you take this app, this app will come without any network usage," Donovan said on the sidelines of a mobile-industry conference here. It's far from clear how willing technology companies would be to pay wireless carriers for data use. Mr. Donovan said there was interest from companies who could use the feature to drum up new business from customers wary of using data-heavy services like mobile video.This is nefariously brilliant. People associate 800 numbers with toll-free phone calls, so it's kind of like that... except it isn't anything like that at all. It's just a way to get companies to pay for the data connection you're already paying for. But the end result is exactly like what Whitacre wanted five years ago: get the app providers to pay double for bandwidth. Karl Bode summarizes the whole ridiculous plan as only he can (via that link above):
The end result is the same, with AT&T imposing bizarre tolls on content companies to obtain preferred customer status, picking winners and losers while retaining power in the wireless ecosystem.This is really just another reason why the telcos are pushing so hard to move users into unnecessary tiered plans -- because they can't pull off scams like this on unlimited data plans nearly as easily.
It's an idea we're sure AT&T will pitch as a cost-saving endeavor for consumers, but given this is AT&T, you'd be naive to think cost savings will be in the equation. You'll still pay the same data rates, content companies will now just pay a fee to obtain preferred "reduced cap impact" status, then pass the higher development costs on to you. It's a ridiculous and dangerous idea, and the fallout will likely be similar to AT&T's "free ride" comments. AT&T executives either don't care how bad these ideas make them look, or don't realize it thanks to too many isolated meetings at headquarters packed with telco-think yes men.
Eventually you start to think that AT&T executives should just stop thinking before they hurt someone or themselves. If AT&T put half as much energy into running a top-flight network with quality support as they did cooking up hare-brained troll toll schemes -- they might just stop coming in last place in all major customer satisfaction studies.
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Roland are highly regarded as the pioneer of modern electronic instruments. Whenever music technology makes a paradigm shift you can be sure Roland are at the forefront.
You could say the Roland name is synonymous with music technology nowadays, as there isn't an avid guitarist, drummer or keyboard player that hasn't heard of the Roland brand at some point in their lives.
Whether it's drum machines, guitar effects or digital pianos the Japanese giant has a knack of being first to the punch or doing it best. Ironic then that two of their most iconic pieces of gear were first deemed a failure. The TR-303 bass synth and TR-808 drum machine didn't set the world alight on launch. What happened in the decades after was unprecedented, entire genres of electronic music owe their existence to these machines. With our dedicated In-Store Experts nationwide, we are your one-stop shop for Roland Keyboards, Synths, Home Pianos, Drum Machines, Electronic Drum Kits and much more.
Established in Osaka in 1972, Roland has become the world leader in design, manufacture and distribution of musical instruments. From pianos, keyboard, and synths, to guitars products, electronic drum kits, amps and audio processing Roland continue to deliver innovative designs that shape the music industry. Under the slogan "Inspire the Enjoyment of Creativity" Roland hopes to turn your imagination into reality through sound.
Roland Aira is a series of products with its very origins descending from electronic music. The Roland Aira series as designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern electronic musicians. In your home, in the studio or on the stage the Aira products are designed to bring genre-defining sounds to a modern audience. Innovative Aira products like the Aira TB-3, Aira VT-3 and the Aira TR-8 have changed the game for music producers and live performers, without the heavy price tag associated with vintage analogue synths.
With the Aira series, Roland have built on these foundations and provided functionality modern musos expect. Aira units work in combination with each other plus computers, MIDI keys rigs and modular synth setups with equal ease. If you fancy something more self-contained and a full set of keys, the Roland JD analogue synths are an excellent choice. Whilst modern day music production is dominated by computers, the Aira products such as the Aira System 8 seek to provide inspiration through characteristic looks and a responsive design based on traditional analogue software.
Beginning with the production of their first synthesiser; the Roland SH-1000 in 1973, Roland have continuously delivered a stunning range of innovative designs and function packed synths that allow you to shape your own individual sound. 1976 saw the introduction of the System-700 Modular Synth System, followed by the ever-popular JUPITER-8 polyphonic synth in 1981.
Always at the cutting edge of technology, Roland contributed markedly to the birth of MIDI in 1983, when they released the MSQ-700 Sequencer, the first MIDI sequencer in the world. They also created the Roland JX-3P Synth which was their first synth to feature MIDI support.
The world sensation of the Roland D-50 synth followed in 1987 prided on its stunning sound and ease of use. Jump forward to 2004 and the birth of the Fantom-X Synth which was the world's first workstation synth to include a colour LCD screen. Ten years later the Roland FA-08 Synthesiser was released delivering effortless real-time power, a super-fast workflow and maximum versatility.
Then in 2015 Roland produced their JD-Xi Synth an analogue/digital crossover synth perfectly blending the ease of use and connectivity of digital with the warmth and tone of analogue. Today whether you're a tradition piano player or a modern synth producer, Roland have a range of synthesisers to suit a wide range of needs.
For pianists of more traditional styles, Roland have a range of workstations, digital and stage pianos. Whether classical, rock or pop the SuperNatural engine delivers piano tones, electric pianos and organs. For more contemporary sounds the Juno series is a popular option, if you need a full-featured sequencer as well the FA workstations are ideal.
Roland Synthesizers include everything you could want and need in a keyboard workstation including multi-track recording capability, revolutionary sound modules and Roland's world-famous high-quality sounds. Roland's new Boutique synth range recreates three classic synths, at a fraction of the cost of the originals. You can enjoy the comprehensive capability of the Roland Boutique JP-08, or the affordable yet highly coveted Boutique JU-06 and JX-03 synthesizers.
Being big names on the synthesizer scene meant Roland couldn't leave out the home piano and stage piano market. With Roland's usual focus on creating absolutely superb instruments at affordable prices, the Roland digital pianos quickly became one of their top-selling flagship instruments. With a flair for sleek design and a passion for sound, Roland's sound engineers have created an impressive range of digital electric grand pianos for both home and stage. Each Roland piano has its own particular sound and with different ranges of quality and affordability, there's something for everyone.
Beginning with the release of the Roland EP-30 electronic piano in 1974, featuring a touch-sensitive keyboard the EP-30 was the world's first electronic piano.
1986 then saw the world's first digital piano based on digital synthesis in the form of the RD-1000 digital piano. Roland then incorporated organs into their range with the release of their first series of electronic organs, the Music ATELIER AT-70/50 in 1994.
In 2010 the Roland HP307 Digital Piano hit the shelves, equipped with the revolutionary SuperNATURAL piano sound source designed to produce a rich and natural tone. Continuing to develop and push the realms of innovation, Roland released the V-Grand Digital Piano, the flagship model of their digital piano range, offering superbly expressive power and the V-Piano sound engine.
No matter your skill level or budget, Roland have a piano sound for you. On the lower end of the spectrum, we have the Roland FP-30 Digital Piano, followed by the Roland F140R which are absolutely bargain pianos considering their top-notch performance. Another mid-range series to note are the HP500 and HP600 which come in different variations of colour, performance and playability.
On the higher end of the spectrum are the Roland LX series digital pianos. These are the pinnacle of immaculate tone and grand design. The series starts with the Roland LX7, moving up you have the Roland LX-15E and finally the current jewel of Roland's crown the Roland LX17 Digital Piano. There's something for everyone, so give PMT a call today to speak to a digital piano specialist.
Roland's Jazz Chorus amps launched back in the 70's but have remained in production ever since, solid-state tone done right. They recently expanded the range and launched a new high end modelling amp, the Roland Blues Cube. For affordable practice amps or something to go busking with the Roland Cube series come in all shapes and prices. The Roland Cube and Micro Cube series are great for on-the-go musicians who need portability but still require an amp with serious power and sound quality.
From the humble beginnings of the Roland TD-33, TR-55 and the TR-77 rhythm machines of 1972 to the iconic Roland TR-808 of the 80s, Roland offer a wide range of programmable rhythm machines that allow performers and producers to easily craft and create their music within a compact, easy to use interface. Offering the ability to program an entire song in one convenient device, the Roland TR-808 had achieved legendary status around the world. Functionality that is still available today in the form of the newest version the Roland TR-8S 808 Rhythm Performer.
Any serious engineer will tell you just how important MIDI keyboards and DJ equipment are to their recording setup. They will also tell you how Roland are extremely innovative in this market, with state-of-the-art sound modules like the Integra-7. Roland are consistently on the cutting-edge of MIDI and keyboard technology, and they are always looking to further improve the quality and playability of every piece of equipment they create. Looking for an all-in-one MIDI keyboard? The Integra-7 gives musicians a goldmine of the latest SuperNatural sounds and behaviour modelling technology, with a fully stocked 16-part sound module (including V Drums, and flagship keyboards). The Roland SP-404SX is a versatile portable sampler filled with fun features for musicians, DJs and professional engineers. Or if you want something a bit simpler, the Roland FA-08 has made it extremely easy to create and record new sounds.
From the innovative RE-201 Space Echo first introduced in 1974, providing pioneering spatial effects, to the world's first USB audio interface produced by Roland in 1998, Roland have always been at the forefront of recording technology design. In 2006 the introduction of the Roland R-09 Portable Recorder created a new market for handheld recorders and location recording.
Not content with groundbreaking designs within the electronic percussion, synthesis and digital piano worlds, Roland have also created a range of effects for bass and guitar players. In 1973 the MEG electronic corporation was established by Roland, which later became the effects pedal industry leader BOSS corporation.
Set up as a way to research and develop guitar and bass effects, this corporation created the JS Series Guitar Amps equipped with chorus effect in 1975, followed shortly after by the first ever Boss branded effects pedal the Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble.1995 then saw the introduction of the VG-8 Guitar System which was the world's first modelling guitar system that allowed players to achieve a wide range of tones from one single guitar. The V-Bass System bass guitar equivalent followed in 2002.
As we've shown in this short synopsis of Roland's history, it's clear to see that this company have long been a staple of the music industry. Creating new and exciting products that are packed with innovative and revolutionary designs, Roland will no doubt continue to shape the world of music for years to come. Get on board with this music revolution by grabbing your own slice of Roland at PMT Online today. Or head to your local PMT store to get your hands on these amazing products for yourself. Speak to our in-store experts about a demo and the best deals on all Roland products at PMT.


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With household budgets squeezed, many families are worried about covering the cost of Christmas this year, and don't want to take a debt hangover into the new year, writes Rebecca Choules. According to a recent survey from Morrisons, the average family spends an extra £165 in December. But it is possible to cut the expense without cutting out the fun. Follow the tips below to have a festive and frugal Christmas.
1. Pare your present list
Now is the time to sit down with family and friends and broach the subject of presents. Agree with certain friends that you won't exchange gifts this year, or set a price limit for family presents, particularly those for adults. Alternatively, have a "children only" rule, or set up a Secret Santa. Here you draw names out of a hat so that everyone has to buy only one gift (and then guess who it is from). If a maximum price is set in advance, this can be an effective way of keeping costs


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Projects Abroad Wins Special Commendation in Thailand Conservation Awards
Projects Abroad are excited to announce that our Diving & Marine Conservation project in Thailand has been awarded a special commendation in Wanderlust Magazine's Thailand Green Excellence Awards 2012!
The awards are run on behalf of the Tourism Authority of Thailand and highlight the great strides that organizations are making to promote sustainable development in the area. The announcement comes after months of nominations from Wanderlusts' readers and the final decision was made by a panel of sustainable travel experts.
Projects Abroad's Diving & Marine Conservation project is based along the Andaman Sea coast near Ao Nang. Our volunteers work on research on the coral reefs, beach clean-ups, and tropical reforestation projects. We are also committed to running environmental education and awareness programs with local schools and community groups.
We would like to congratulate all of our staff and volunteers who have worked on this project over the last year. You can be rightly proud of your work and achievements. Keep up the good work and don't forget – nominations are already open for 2013!


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Premium Pony Interior Kit With TMI Pony Upholstery 1966
Premium Pony Interior Kit with TMI Pony Upholstery for 1966 Mustangs.
Treat your 1966 Mustang to a complete & thorough refurbishment with this all new Premium Pony Interior Kit with TMI Pony Upholstery. CJ Pony Parts has put together the most complete interior kit you'll find for you 1966 Pony with the inclusion of high-quality interior parts from TMI, Scott Drake, Ford Tooling and others. Available for your Coupe, Convertible or Fastback, this is your one stop to take your present day interior and make it look & feel just like it did coming off the line in 1966.
- Full Set of TMI Pony Seat Upholstery with Seat Backs
- Pair of TMI Front Bucket Seat Foam with Molded Listing Wires
- 250 Hog Rings with Pliers
- Outside Aluminum Seat Side Shield Trim with Mounting Kit
- ACC Carpets Two-Piece Carpet (Multiple Options Available) (Three-Piece Fold Down Seat Carpet is Included for Fastbacks)
- Original Style Die-Cut Underlayment for Carpet, Rear Seat and Differential Area
- Ford Tooling Dash Pad
- Pair of TMI Premium Pony Door Panels
- Deluxe Door Panel Clips
- Scott Drake Brightly Polished Stainless Steel Pony Door Trim featuring Cutouts for Fastener Clearance, Formed Ends and Correct Radius Corners
- Pony Door Panel Cup Kit with Cups, Inserts and Brackets
- Watershield Set
- Pair of TMI Original Material Sunvisors
- TMI Moonskin Grain Vinyl Headliner (Coupe and Fastback Kits Only)
- Headliner Insulation (Coupe and Fastback Kits Only)
- TMI Upholstered Package Tray with Insulation and Mounting Hardware (Coupe only)
- 16ft of TMI Premium Quality Windlace
- Pair of Ford Tooling Door Sill Plates with Decals and Screws
- Pair of Kick Panels, ACC Carpets Kick Panel Carpet, Scott Drake Pony Kick Panel Trim and Insulation
- Scott Drake Interior Screw Kit (See Below for Screws Included)
- TMI Sierra Grain Vinyl Quarter Trim Upholstery (Coupes and Convertibles only)
Scott Drake Pony Interior Screw Kit Includes: Pillar quarter caps, quarter panel upholstery, courtesy lamp bezel, courtesy lamp housing, console and instrument bezel.
These kits are highlighted by a full set of Pony seat upholstery from TMI, which included upholstery for both your front bucket seats and the rear bench seat. Masonite wood front seat-backs, along with the correct seat foam with molded listing wiring for the front buckets, are added for more durability and strength long-term. TMI's 1966 Pony Upholstery features the correct Sierra Grain vinyl with matching pleating Pony logo inserts, die-cast chrome plated seat buttons, multi-needle precision sewn seams and extruded piping. When purchasing this kit, you'll have the option to choose from a wide range of upholstery color options. With TMI's upholstery, you can expect a superior quality product that will last a lifetime.
This kit also features TMI's premium Pony door panels that are made with Masonite MDF wood backing which maintains its shape & high-quality for years to come. The Masonite is extremely rigid, durable and unaffected by moisture. TMI door panels use a heavy Sierra grain vinyl that features the original style heat seam line patterns to replicate the original Ford seams. With these door panels, you'll also receive the proper clips and a cup holder kit with cups, inserts and brackets.
TMI's original material sunvisors will feature a friction hinge built within each visor, a strong Masonite inner core and stainless steel end clips. The coupe and fastback sunvisors use correct Moonskin Grain headliner vinyl, while convertibles use correct Sierra Grain headliner vinyl.
These kits also include multiple options of carpet from ACC Carpets. Select from Standard, Standard with Mass Back, Cut Pile & Cut Pile with Mass Back to continue modifying your interior to your own liking. Standard carpet features a mix of 80% Nylon & 20% Rayon. Cut pile carpet is similar to what is found in most domestic vehicles since 1974, as it's constructed from 100% top-quality Dupont yarn. Cut pile carpet will help modernize the look and feel of the interior in your classic Mustang. Having mass back will incorporate a tough, rubber layer between the carpet and the jute insulation that will increase the forming & rigidity of the carpet, while also decreasing road noise. The mass back option will enhance how well the carpet will mold to your interior, sound dampening and insulation. All of the carpet features a jute backing that is attached to the underside of the carpet to help prevent you from wearing through the carpet. This is specifically featured on the driver-side carpet at the heel & toe pads.
The dash pad is made from original Ford Tooling, and is a superior modification. It is manufactured from high-quality material that is used to retain the factory style texture to help keep your Mustang looking just like it did when it rolled off the assembly line.
*Coupe interior kits include a TMI package tray upholstered with 30-32 ounce Sierra Grain vinyl to match the upholstery. Original package trays were not covered with a vinyl.
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From Denny: At the beginning of this leap year month it was "Rick Santorum -who?!" In just the past two weeks he climbed the GOP primary charts. With that sudden rise in popularity came the late night jokes to prove he was noticed by national voters.
Of course, never mind he achieved that notice by screaming out the most weirdo conservative positions. He took a page out of the Gingrich Playbook. If it worked for him, maybe it would work for Santorum. Then came the rambling undisciplined speeches from Santorum that left the voters wondering what he said. Republican political strategists wildly started pulling out their already thinning hair at the notion of Santorum making it to their convention.
Forget my fellow journalists. The best guys to vett any political candidates are the comedians in my book. Since I'm the publishing and journalism industry's dreaded hybrid they have yet to catch up to or understand, - a journalist blogger - I'm delivering the unvarnished truth to my loyal readers with a dash of spicy opinion and a liberal dose of humor. After all, who said we can't enjoy some funnies along with our consideration of who we will consider not voting for in the November election?


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Volunteers Urgently Needed for Tanzania Maasai Water Project
Projects Abroad has teamed up again with the BridgIT Water Foundation to investigate water issues in the Endulen Maasai community in Ngorongoro Conservation Park. Endulen School is located within this community and has around 800 students. Currently there is no water at the school, not even a working water tank. We are looking for volunteers to help solve this problem.
The proposed project will take around 3 – 4 weeks to complete and begins in mid-January 2013. The aim is to create a viable, permanent water facility for the students and teachers. We are looking for around six volunteers - two qualified trades people (or very experienced) and four willing adventurous workers to help with the labor.
Those interested must be aware of the remote location of this project and the harsh nature of the surrounding environment. It will be necessary for volunteers to be physically fit and prepared to work hard for most of the day-light hours available.
This project is not for the faint hearted. It will, however, provide you with an extremely rewarding experience and really benefit the local community. This is a unique opportunity to work on a short-term project in a fascinating country. You will help to change the lives of the Maasai community who live in the National Park.
Applications for this project close at the beginning of December.


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Leipzig Zoo, an attraction unlike any other in the world, is one of the most distinguished zoos in Germany. A creation of man and nature, it is home to many rare animal species such as the Baikal seal, the musk deer and the okapi.
Leipzig Zoo, an attraction unlike any other in the world, is one of the most distinguished zoos in Germany. A creation of man and nature, it is home to many rare animal species such as the Baikal seal, the musk deer and the okapi.
All four great ape species live in large groups in Pongoland, one of the world's largest ape enclosures. The Kiwara savannah is populated by giraffes, antelopes, ostriches and zebras. Their neighbours include a flamingo flock, hyenas and, in the Makasi Simba lion savannah, Angola lions. The aquarium, which is over 100 years old, offers a fantastic insight into underwater worlds and their exotic inhabitants. One of the largest in Germany, with a 35,000-litre-capacity, it features landscaped pools, a terrarium and a panorama shark tank. The zoo also offers a range of delicious food in each of the themed lands, from light bites to buffet meals.
Have you always wanted to explore the rainforest in a boat? Or watch pygmy hippos cooling off in the water? Then visit Gondwanaland, the tropical world at Leipzig Zoo, home to 40 exotic animal species and around 500 species of plants and trees. Inside a vast dome with a 34-metre-high roof, you'll feel what it's like to be in the tropical rainforests of Africa, Asia and South America. The temperature 26°C, the humidity 65 per cent; there is a chorus of buzzing, chirruping, grunting and splashing. The warm, damp air is filled with the smell of pineapple, cocoa, coffee and eucalyptus. A pygmy hippo appears, a silvery marmoset swings from branch to branch and a timid dik-dik looks around with its huge eyes, before vanishing into the undergrowth. This tropical paradise can be explored on various jungle paths, but a particular highlight here is a boat trip across the Gamanile rainforest river. If you've never been to Leipzig Zoo, you don't know what you're missing!
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This week brings us a runaway train, a heartbreaking look at the state of public education in America, a junkie and literary giant, Woody Allen, two of the greatest films ever made about the world of journalism, Marlon Brando's dirtiest movie and Oscar-winning performances from Cher and Dustin Hoffman.
Denzel Washington and Chris Pine are the only men who can stop a "missile the size of the Chrysler Building" from destroying a small Pennsylvania town. Now available on Blu-ray and DVD, read our review and watch the trailer
Waiting for "Superman"
Davis Guggenheim ("An Inconvenient Truth") takes a depressing look at the sad state of public education in America. Now available on Blu-ray and DVD, read our review and watch the trailer
William S. Burroughs: A Man Within
A documentary featuring never-before-seen footage of the legendary writer, as well as a number of interviews with the people who knew him best. Now available on Blu-ray and DVD, watch the trailer
You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger
From the great Woody Allen comes this story of love, deception and uncertainty starring Naomi Watts, Josh Brolin, Anthony Hopkins and Freida Pinto. Now available on Blu-ray and DVD, read our review and watch the trailer
All the President's Men
Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford star as Woodward and Bernstein, the Washington Post reporters who blew the lid off the Watergate scandal and helped take down Nixon. Now available on Blu-ray, watch the trailer
With the sequel just around the corner, now's your chance to catch the first installment of the James Bond-meets-Mother Goose retelling of "Little Red Riding Hood." Now available on Blu-ray and DVD, watch the trailer
Last Tango in Paris
Pay your respects to the recently departed Maria Schneider by watching her best known film, starring Marlon Brando as a man trying to recover from his wife's suicide by diving headlong into a sexual relationship with a younger woman. Now available on Blu-ray, we'd get fired for linking to the trailer
Cher won an Oscar for playing a middle-aged Italian-American woman torn between her fiancé, played by Danny Aiello, and his much younger brother, played by Nicolas Cage. Now available on Blu-ray, watch the trailer
When a TV anchor declares his intention to commit suicide on the air, the suits running the station cynically exploit his rage in the name of ratings. Not much has changed in 35 years since this classic critique of mass media. Now available on Blu-ray, watch the trailer
Rain Man
Dustin Hoffman won his second Best Actor Oscar for playing exactly the kind of role the Academy has come to love, an autistic savant who is reunited with his long lost brother, played by Tom Cruise, after their father dies. Now available on Blu-ray, watch the trailer


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When we were in San Francisco in the fall, our friend Maca brought us to Off the Grid, which is a scheduled night of food trucks coming together in a u-shape, with lots of tables and chairs in the middle. It's such a great idea, and we hope other cities follow suit. It's the perfect family night out—it starts early, has so many different kinds of foods, so everyone is happy, and it's a great place to meet up with other families, without having to worry about cooking, or splitting a check.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla: – Monday marked the 27th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger Explosion that killed 7 astronauts some 73 seconds after takeoff. Above is a chilling image taken by NOAA satellites moments after the explosion on January 28th, 1986.
According to the presidential commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, temperature was widely believed to have played a pivotal role in the accident. The forecast the night before the launch called for clear and very cold conditions with overnight lows in the low 20s. In fact, both Melbourne and Orlando both recorded a low of 26 degrees that morning; both of which were records. The temperature at the time of launch (11:38 AM est) was 36 degrees fahrenheit; some 15 degrees colder than the next coldest launch observed.
The O-Ring issues in regards to cold temperatures were not a surprise to the investigation into the breakup of STS-51-L (Challenger). In fact, puffs of smoke (as seen in the STS-51-L's launch) had been observed before. Here's an excerpt from the presidential commission:
"Of 21 launches with ambient temperatures of 61 degrees Fahrenheit or greater, only four showed signs of O-ring thermal distress; i.e.,erosion or blow-by and soot. Each of the launches below 61 degrees Fahrenheit resulted in one or more O-rings showing signs of thermal distress."
At the time of launch, the O-rings facing the sun had an ambient temperature exceeding 50 degrees while the O-rings on the right side of the shuttle facing away from the sun were still well below freezing allowing them to easily fail upon liftoff.
While NASA's biggest fear for launches is lightning, there are many other factors to be considered when preparing a launch such as: lightning, upper-level winds and obviously temperature. It just goes to show that every aspect of weather can be deadly---either directly or indirectly---regardless of whether how tame or insignificant a clear sky and a freezing temperature can be.
(Source: The Presidential Commission on the Space Shuttle Challenger Accident Report, June 6, 1986 p.40, p.70-81)


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Interstate 70 traffic on an uphill climb
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Traffic counts at the Eisenhower Tunnel hit a two-year high for Presidents Day Weekend this year, following a general upward trend in data that shows traffic on the Interstate 70 mountain corridor is getting worse.
Traffic peaked on the eastbound lanes Monday afternoon, with more than 24,000 cars passing through the tunnel. It was a 3 percent increase from numbers recorded on the same holiday in 2012 and the highest traffic count since 2010.
Volume on I-70, the primary thoroughfare between Denver and the mountains, has been on an uphill slope, increasing roughly 3 percent per year at the Eisenhower Tunnel, with some fluctuations relative to snowfall, the economy and the price of gas, officials say.
It's a trend that is expected to continue as the number of people living in the Denver area grows.
"The Front Range population is projected to continue to increase over the coming years," said Margaret Bowes, head of the I-70 Coalition, a group of stakeholders that pushes for traffic solutions on the mountain corridor. "We fully expect that, though there will be some fluctuations from year to year, the trend will be for traffic to continue to increase."
More than 82,000 vehicles passed through the Eisenhower Tunnel on Saturday and Sunday. According to the latest I-70 future-needs study, traffic on peak weekends could increase to nearly 200,000 by 2035, with travel times growing accordingly.
To head off the problem, local officials and I-70 corridor stakeholders are pushing a combination of long- and short-term solutions aimed at reducing congestion and increasing capacity on the highway.
"We're always focused on keeping the work toward a long-term solution," Bowes said. "But we're also focused very much on near-term and using travel demand management strategies. A big part of that is encouraging off-peak travel."
Urging drivers to avoid the periods when the highway generally sees the heaviest effort has been a multifaceted effort that has gained steam in the last year. New smartphone applications allow drivers to view up-to-date travel times and road conditions, while the I-70 Coalition is collaborating with local businesses and resorts to initiate deals to incentivize travelers to make the drive back to Denver at off-peak times.
Last summer, the Colorado Department of Transportation also began posting messages on electronic signs on the highway encouraging drivers to plan around the predictable periods of heavy traffic, such as Sunday afternoons, when many mountain visitors are returning to Denver.
Transportation officials say they may continue to use electronic messages, which were effective in shifting driver travel times, but the corridor will likely continue to see heavy traffic, particularly on weekends.
"It's definitely under consideration," CDOT spokesman Bob Wilson said. "But we're going to still get plenty of traffic up in the mountains."
Long-term projects are generally focused on increasing the highway's capacity, beginning with an expansion of eastbound I-70 to three lanes at the Twin Tunnels, near Idaho Springs. The project will require a full closure of the eastbound highway lanes from April through October, but is expected to improve the flow of traffic when complete by expanding a key choke point on the corridor.
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The journey towards of winning it all on "American Idol" came to an end for one lady during Thursday's elimination, when either Angie Miller, Amber Holcomb, Candice Glover or Kree Harrison was sent home.
So, who had to say goodbye to the reality TV competition?
NEWS: Will Harry Connick Jr. become an "Idol" judge?
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The extremely talented, soulful singer Amber Holcomb was given the boot, leaving Miller, Glover and Harrison in the top three.
Although it's sad to see Holcomb go (we can only imagine how Nicki Minaj is feeling), the aspiring performer made it much further in the competition this season than she did last year, after being eliminated in the Top 40 round.
Holcomb also has another advantage that the judges--especially her biggest admirer, Minaj--continued to point out week after week, and that's her striking beauty and ability to model if she chooses to go that route.
She's got options. That's always a good thing.


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Back in the summer of 2009, a peculiar story circulated when two Japanese individuals were arrested trying to smuggle $134 billion in US bonds into Switzerland from Italy. The story quickly died down after it was subsequently reported that the bonds were merely fake bearer bonds. Nobody heard much about it since then. Until today, when out of the blue we get a new story which blows that one out of the water. According to Bloomberg, "Italian anti-mafia prosecutors said they seized a record $6 trillion of allegedly fake U.S. Treasury bonds, an amount that's almost half of the U.S.'s public debt." From here the story just gets weirder: "The bonds were found hidden in makeshift compartments of three safety deposit boxes in Zurich, the prosecutors from the southern city of Potenza said in an e-mailed statement. The Italian authorities arrested eight people in connection with the probe, dubbed "Operation Vulcanica," the prosecutors said. The U.S. embassy in Rome has examined the securities dated 1934, which had a nominal value of $1 billion apiece, they said in the statement. Officials for the embassy didn't have an immediate comment." ...And weirder: "The individuals involved were planning to buy plutonium from Nigerian sources, according to phone conversations monitored by the police." ...And really, really weird: "The fraud posed "severe threats" to international financial stability, the prosecutors said in the statement." Ok great, however one thing we don't get is just how can $6 trillion in glaringly fake bombs be a "threat to international financial stability."
More from Bloomberg:
The financial fraud uncovered by the Italian prosecutors in Potenza includes two checks issued through HSBC Holdings Plc in London for 205,000 pounds ($325,000), checks that weren't backed by available funds, the prosecutors said. As part of the probe, fake bonds for $2 billion were also seized in Rome.
HSBC spokesman Patrick Humphris in London declined to comment when contacted by telephone.
Phony U.S. securities have been seized in Italy before and there were at least three cases in 2009. Italian police seized phony U.S. Treasury bonds with a face value of $116 billion in August of 2009 and $134 billion of similar securities in June of that year.
The U.S. Secret Service averages about 100 cases a year related to bonds and other fictitious instruments.
As a reminder, total US debt in circulation is just over $10 trillion. So if the allegedly "fake" bonds were sufficiently threatening to put international financial stability at risk, just what is going on here?
Some more from the BBC:
US officials confirmed that the bonds were counterfeit.
Fake US securities have been seized in Italy before and there were at least three cases in 2009.
But this case is on a different scale to previous investigations as the fake bonds have a value equivalent to almost half of the entire US debt pile.
"Everything began with an investigation into mafia clans in the Vulture-Melfese area in the southern Basilicata region," said Giovanni Colangelo, the head of the prosecutor's office in Potenza.
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(Phoenix, Ariz. – Feb. 10, 2006) An investigation by the Attorney General's Office has concluded that the Gila County Community College Provisional Board of Governors violated the state Open Meeting Law several times over the last year when a quorum of the members communicated about Board business via email, failed to timely produce meeting minutes and failed to follow confidentiality provisions governing executive session meetings.
Between December 2004 and May 2005, the Board exchanged emails discussing issues being considered by the Board and reached conclusions on those issues. Additionally, the Board held a working session in December 2004, but didn't make meeting minutes available until June 2005. Finally, Board Chairman Robert Ashford emailed details from two executive session meetings held in February and March 2005 to an administrator at Eastern Arizona College.
"The public has a right to observe the deliberations and communications of its government," Goddard said. "My office continues to work with local governments to ensure they understand the law, and we will investigate and hold accountable any public body to make sure the public's business is done in the open."
In lieu of filing a court action against Board members, the Board and the Attorney General's Office have entered into a consent agreement that contains the following provisions:
- Ashford will pay a $500 penalty from personal funds to Gila County Community College. This is the maximum fine allowed under Arizona law.
- The Board will review the investigation's findings and recommendations during its next Board meeting, make copies of the report available to the public at the meeting and invite public discussion.
- The Board will establish a system to retain emails and make them available for public inspection.
- All current Board members will participate in Open Meeting Law training within 90 days of accepting the consent agreement.
- Within 90 days of the Open Meeting Law training, the Board will develop an email communication policy that complies with Open Meeting Law.
- Until the Board receives Open Meeting training and an email policy is established, all current Board members will sign a written statement that they will not use email or direct staff to use email to communicate with other Board members for any reason.
The investigation was prompted by a complaint filed last year by the Citizens for Better Payson Government.
Under Arizona's Open Meeting Law, "All meetings of any public body shall be public meetings and all persons so desiring shall be permitted to attend and listen to the deliberations and proceedings." A meeting is defined as a "gathering in person or through technological devices" of a quorum of members.


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Bicycle User Groups (BUGs)
By Cherry Allan
Wednesday, 10 August 2016
Bicycle User Groups (BUGs)
Workplace BUGs support staff who cycle for and/or to and from work. They are usually championed by a keen cyclist plus (ideally) a core of fellow employees. Some BUGs have much in common with local cycle campaign groups and many not only look after the interests of existing cyclists, but work hard to encourage other employees to take up cycling too.
For Cycling UK's formal policy on cycle commuting and cycle-friendly employers, see our campaigns briefing. This briefing includes facts and figures, along with a range of background information.
Good BUG ingredients
- Champion(s) committed to the cause of cycling
- Clear, realistic objectives
- Good administration
- Support from both non-managerial and managerial staff – and 'top bods'
- Reliable, accessible sources of information and advice
- Constructive communications between members and between the BUG and employer
- Good publicity and promotion
- Momentum!
How to set up a BUG
- Share and discuss your ideas with other cyclists at your workplace first. If you don't know who they are, attach leaflets to their bicycles, or put up a poster near any cycle parking - or just send out an email to everyone, if possible.
- Arrange a meeting for anyone who's interested. Out of courtesy, let your employer know beforehand.
- At the meeting, take everyone's contact details. Ask them how involved they want to be and if they have any special skills the BUG could use (design, writing newsletters, diplomacy etc). Discuss your cycling wish-list and work out the priorities.
- Start with some simple, clear-cut objectives, e.g. 20p mileage rate for employees cycling on business (this is the permitted Inland Revenue rate for tax relief); covered cycling parking; drying room.
- Research the above, estimate costs, and gather literature/leaflets to persuade your employer that promoting cycling has something in it for them as well, e.g. healthier staff; need for fewer costly car parking places; less congestion on the roads. Cycling UK's guide to Cycle-friendly Employers helps explain the benefits.
- Work out who in your management structure should be able to help put your proposals into practice. Meet them, perhaps offering a presentation. Be constructive and well-informed and, above all, do your best to come out with managerial endorsement plus timetabled action points and, ideally, a budget. If your BUG membership is already impressive, let them know – it demonstrates the popularity of your project.
Things for BUGS to do
Admin and publicity
- Set up and maintain a database of members; and register any skills than might be useful to the BUG;
- Design a logo;
- Produce posters and a regular newsletter; publicise success;
- If your company has an intranet, use it;
- Set up a central notice board / leaflet stand / suggestion box.
- Arrange regular meetings, both with the relevant managers and with BUG supporters;
- Contact whoever is responsible for cycling at your local council. They may be able to help with any road engineering issues you have; or tell you about any work they're doing on business 'travel plans'. Invite them to address a BUG meeting;
- Find out if there is a local Cycling UK campaigner and/or cycle campaign group and involve them.
Resources and research
- Collect a library/leaflets on:
- cycle training;
- the local area (procure an appropriate local map – if none, draw one up!);
- train timetables and information on cycle carriage;
- tax incentives for both employees and employer alike;
- cycle maintenance;
- load carrying, cycle lighting and other equipment.
- Find out more about your workforce via a cycling survey. What's stopping other people from cycling? How can the BUG help?
- Carry out a survey of your premises and surrounds - are there any access or infrastructure problems for cyclists? Are any of them curable, and if so, how?
Encouraging other people to cycle
- Ask your employer to take part in a workplace challenge;
- Set up 'bike buddy' schemes, i.e. getting an experienced cyclist to ride to work with a novice for a while. This helps people who are new to cycle-commuting find routes and build up their confidence;
- Contribute to the development of a staff and/or company travel plan;
- Help arrange cycle training for anyone who wants it;
- Help arrange for the provision of 'pool' bikes, plus related equipment;
- Investigate your company's willingness to subscribe to the Cycle to Work Scheme, which offers employers of all sizes across the public, private and voluntary sectors a tax-exempt cycle and cycle equipment loan scheme for staff;
- Develop incentives, e.g. vouchers / discounts at local bike shops;
- Assess the need for cycle parking, lockers, showers, drying room, and work with your employer to supply them;
- Arrange events, e.g.cycling breakfasts (used to be a tax-free benefit, but sadly no longer); rides; cycle maintenance sessions (your local bike shop might help); presentations;
- Affiliate your BUG to Cycling UK
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Is this just fantasy
Caught in a landslide
No escape from reality
Freddie Mercury (1946 -1991)
Born Farrokh Bulsara on the island of Zanzibar (off the coast of Tanzania) to Persian parents, Freddie Mercury is probably the most eccentric oddball musician I truly admire. This particular song is a test to anyone who thinks that he or she believes in freedom. If this clip draw the words RIP Freddie involuntarily out of your throat then make you smile from the heart and if you accept Freddie's quirks as being on equal par with his musical genius then you're not lying to yourself, you do want to break free. It goes without saying, of course, that if you don't appreciate this song as one of the greatest ever, to simply embrace the shackles around your wrists since you are already a prisoner of your own mind.


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Senate Bill No. 109
(Senators Jenkins and Foster, original sponsors)
[Passed March 10, 2012; in effect from passage.]
AN ACT to amend and reenact §16-5O-2, §16-5O-3 and §16-5O-4 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, all relating to permitting unlicensed personnel to administer or assist with administration of medications in certain circumstances; defining terms; and providing exemptions from licensure.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of West Virginia:
That §16-5O-2, §16-5O-3 and §16-5O-4 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, be amended and reenacted, all to read as follows:
§16-5O-2. Definitions.
As used in this article, unless a different meaning appears from the context, the following definitions apply:
(a) "Administration of medication" means:
(1) Assisting a person in the ingestion, application or inhalation of medications, including prescription drugs, or in the use of universal precautions or rectal or vaginal insertion of medication, according to the legibly written or printed directions of the attending physician or authorized practitioner, or as written on the prescription label; and
(2) Making a written record of such assistance with regard to each medication administered, including the time, route and amount taken. However, for purposes of this article, "administration" does not include judgment, evaluation, assessments, injections of medication, monitoring of medication or self-administration of medications, including prescription drugs and self-injection of medication by the resident.
(b) "Authorizing agency" means the department's office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification.
(c) "Department" means the Department of Health and Human Resources.
(d) "Facility" means an ICF/ID, assisted living, behavioral health group home, private residence in which health care services are provided under the supervision of a registered nurse or an adult family care home that is licensed by or approved by the department.
(e) "Facility staff member" means an individual employed by a facility but does not include a health care professional acting within the scope of a professional license or certificate.
(f) "Health care professional" means a medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy, a podiatrist, registered nurse, practical nurse, registered nurse practitioner, physician's assistant, dentist, optometrist or respiratory care professional licensed under chapter thirty of this code.
(g) "ICF/ID" means an intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability which is certified by the department.
(h) "Location of medication administration" means a facility or location where the resident requires administration of medication or assistance in taking medications.
(i) "Medication" means a drug, as defined in section one hundred one, article one, chapter sixty-a of this code, which has been prescribed by a duly authorized health care professional to be ingested through the mouth, applied to the outer skin, eye or ear, or applied through nose drops, vaginal or rectal suppositories.
(j) "Registered professional nurse" means a person who holds a valid license pursuant to article seven, chapter thirty of this code.
(k) "Resident" means a resident of a facility.
(l) "Secretary" means the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Resources or his or her designee.
(m) "Self-administration of medication" means the act of a resident, who is independently capable of reading and understanding the labels of drugs ordered by a physician, in opening and accessing prepackaged drug containers, accurately identifying and taking the correct dosage of the drugs as ordered by the physician, at the correct time and under the correct circumstances.
(n) "Self-administration of medication with assistance" means assisting residents who are otherwise able to self administer their own medications except their physical disabilities prevent them from completing one or more steps in the process.
(o) "Supervision of self-administration of medication" means a personal service which includes reminding residents to take medications, opening medication containers for residents, reading the medication label to residents, observing residents while they take medication, checking the self administered dosage against the label on the container and reassuring residents that they have obtained and are taking the dosage as prescribed.
§16-5O-3. Administration of medications in facilities.
(a) The secretary is authorized to establish and implement a program for the administration of medications in locations of medication administration where the resident requires administration of or assistance in taking medications. The program shall be developed and conducted in cooperation with the appropriate agencies, advisory bodies and boards.
(b) Administration of medication pursuant to this article shall be performed only by:
(1) Registered professional nurses;
(2) Other licensed health care professionals; or
(3) Facility staff members who have been trained and retrained every two years and who are subject to the supervision of and approval by a registered professional nurse.
(c) Subsequent to assessing the health status of an individual resident, a registered professional nurse, in collaboration with the resident's attending physician and the facility staff member, may recommend that the facility authorize a facility staff member to administer medication if the staff member:
(1) Has been trained pursuant to the requirements of this article;
(2) Is considered by the registered professional nurse to be competent;
(3) Consults with the registered professional nurse or attending physician on a regular basis; and
(4) Is monitored or supervised by the registered professional nurse.
(d) Nothing in this article may be construed to prohibit any facility staff member from administering medications or providing any other prudent emergency assistance to aid any person who is in acute physical distress or requires emergency assistance.
(e) Supervision of self-administration of medication by facility staff members who are not licensed health care professionals may be permitted in certain circumstances, when the substantial purpose of the setting is other than the provision of health care.
§16-5O-4. Exemption from licensure; statutory construction.
(a) Any individual who is not otherwise authorized by law to administer medication may administer medication in locations covered by this article if he or she meets the requirements and provisions of this article. Any person who administers medication pursuant to the provisions of this article shall be exempt from the licensing requirements of chapter thirty of this code.
(b) All licensed health care professionals as defined in this article remain subject to the provisions of their respective licensing laws.
(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, this article shall not be construed to violate or be in conflict with any of the provisions of articles seven or seven-a, chapter thirty of this code.
(d) Any parent or guardian may administer medication to his or her adult or minor child regardless of whether or not the parent or guardian receives compensation for caring for said child.


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Answer these 3 Questions...
To determine how good a fire safe is, you need to answer three (3) questions:
- How many solid LAYERS OF 5/8" FIREBOARD are in the ceiling, walls, doorjambs and door? BUYER BEWARE: some manufacturers use 1/2-inch layers and even use spacers to make it appear like they have the same amount of fireboard.
- What is the THICKNESS OF THE STEEL in the safe? Usually found in the specifications of the brochure. If it's not listed it's most likely 12 guage or thinner.
- Are there any WEAK LINKS in the safe? Does the safe have balanced layers in all 4 key areas of the safe (ceiling, walls, doorjambs and door). Does it include an effective heat-expanding door seal. And, how many sides does the door have active-locking bolts?
Once you know the answers, you can determine the fire protection capabilities and actual fire rating of a safe.


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Africa, The Final Investing Frontier
The greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression may be the investment opportunity of a lifetime in one of the world's most dangerous places – Africa.
CNBC's Erin Burnett travels to a continent rich in natural resources to find out why some investors believe the rewards are worth the risks.
"Dollars and Danger: Africa, The Final Investing Frontier" - see upcoming show times.
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The Discovery Channel's signature reality series, Deadliest Catch, debuts its eighth season tonight, and that debut also happens to be the show's 100th episode.
The preceding 99 episodes, narrated by Mike Rowe, have turned boat captains into stars and spawned ugly off-camera battles. And, with the death of one of its stars, Phil Harris, the show presented reality in a way that turned it into art. (All seven seasons are free on Amazon for Prime members, and are also on DVD.)
While it can get repetitious, with crab pots being thrown overboard or pulled in over and over again, the show works because it really does illustrate the reality of their lives, and at least the network and producers didn't turn this into The Real Housewives of the Bering Sea and let it become artificial to create drama, though it has had its moments.
The series spawned the hard-job, tough-guy subgenre that its executive producer, Thom Beers, and production company, Original Productions, have mastered and perfected. Last fall, the series was finally awarded an Emmy for its efforts. That's well-deserved, and the outstanding craftsmanship that goes into the series is clear in this preview from tonight's episode, which debuts at 9 p.m. ET and starts with heartbreaking scenes at the captains' homes.
Just look at the cinematography, the editing, and the way it fully brings us into these crazy lives. That's what reality TV was born to do, and Deadliest Catch still does it better than most.


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For years my friends and family have asked me for my recipes for dishes I serve when I entertain. I have sent out countless emails with recipes for this and that. I thought it would be easier (for me) to place my recipes on a central location, like a blog, so I can share them and invite feedback from those who have tried them. Every recipe will include a picture of the dish, taken by me. Most of my recipes originate from another source, like Bon Appetit magazine, Saveur magazine or a website, however, the recipes are altered to my liking. That is what make these dishes Personal.
More importantly, I want to show my readers that you do not have to sacrifice taste for nutrition. All of my recipes have nutritional value, are low in calories, and taste delicious. Don't take my word for it, try the recipes and tell me what you think.
How do I keep my weight down, maintain a healthy blood pressure and cholesterol level? The answer is simple…I eat well and exercise. It is a lifestyle change I made a decade ago, when I noticed that my clothes were "shrinking" and my physical stamina had lessened.
Gwen's Lens is a view of eating through the lens of my camera. As a photographer, I am documenting the process to prove to the naysayers that it can be done. I eat well, meaning, the food I prepare is nutritious and delicious. I joined a gym. I am conscious of my caloric intake and make sure the intake vs. calories burned is in ratio. It's not hard. It becomes second nature in no time. Hopefully, these recipes will encourage and inspire my readers to change their cooking habits, change their food choices, read labels and take the stairs.
I look forward to hearing your opinions on this blog and most importantly, on the recipes you try. Did you alter them in any way? Please share. All of my recipes can be improved upon. My feelings will not be hurt.


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Salaam and Greetings of Peace:
"You have indeed in the Messenger of God a beautiful pattern of conduct for anyone whose hope is God and the Final Day." (Al-Ahzab 33:21).
Alhamdulillah! This is Rabi a-Awwal, by the Lunar calendar the month of the blessed birthday (Milad Un-Nabi) of the Prophet Muhammad (the peace and blessing of Allah be upon him).
According to Sunni scholars, the Prophet's birthday is observed on 12th Rabi al-Awwal, which falls this year on February 15, 2011, and 17th Rabi al-Awwal (February 20th this year) according to Shia scholars.
There is a difference of opinion about whether the Milad Un-Nabi should be a time of celebration. There is evidence that the Prophet (pbuh), his Companions, and the early followers after them did not celebrate or otherwise observe his birthday. On the contrary, he was careful to warn his people not to imitate other faiths, whose followers elevated their prophets and added to the religion what was not in the original teachings.
Those who disagree see it as a time to read the Qur'an, fast, pray, and remember the life, teachings, and example of the Prophet (pbuh).
When praising the Prophet (pbuh), we are also warned not to exaggerate in his praise. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Do not overpraise me as Christians overpraised Jesus, son of Mary. Say [when referring to me], 'Servant of Allah and His messenger.'"
Servant of Allah and His messenger!
Surely that is a title that needs no embellishment. And so, what will you do to celebrate the Prophet's (pbuh) birthday? Will you fast and pray? Have a celebration and give gifts to family and friends? Give to charity, visit the sick, go to the mosque, help a neighbor?
"Remember Me and I will remember you!" (Qur'an, 2:152)
May Allah bless you all, gentle readers, and guide you on the straight path of love, compassion, mercy, generosity and kindness. Amin.
Ya Haqq!
Note: For inspiration, see also the post on The Names of the Prophet (pbuh).