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The Washington Post reports:
A review of Obama's top bundlers, who have brought in $500,000 or more for the campaign, shows that about one in six publicly identify themselves as gay. His overall list of bundlers also includes a number of gay couples who have wed in jurisdictions where same-sex marriage was legal.
"It's a very important constituency," said Los Angeles attorney Dana Perlman, a top Obama bundler who is helping organize a 700-person LGBT fundraiser for the president on June 6. "The community for the most part is wholeheartedly behind this man."
Obama already had their votes. He did the flip flop trick today to make sure he keeps getting their money. He raised $1 million within 90 minutes of today's announcement.
And to think, this president came into office criticizing the role of special interest money in politics. That was before he figured out that he had this valuable thing that he could sell.


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Course information current/upcoming semester :
All registered, enroled and confirmed participants have to take part in the Welcome Meeting as well as in the first week of classes. Failure to do so without notification of the Lektorat will lose their course place and cannot take part in that semester's programme. These places are then given to people on the waiting list.
Important note about Absence :
The maximum number of teaching sessions missed per semester is 3. Each absence should be communicated to the teacher (if possible beforehand) and needs to be recorded in the Absence form. More than 3 missed teaching sessions leads not to being qualified to receive a Certificate of Attendance / ECTS credit points. To terminate your course, eg. due to the amount of workload or frequent field trips, please inform the Lektorat about your decision. You will be able to rejoin the programme in the next semester.
Timetable and Teaching timings in Downloads
Timetables of all the levels and venue can be found in UnivIS system . (Important : You need to select the correct semester (top right corner). All data subject to change.)
Teaching materials :
An overview of the required textbooks for the different levels can be found under Downloads. All books can be purchased in the book shop Hugendubel which is right opposite the Lektorat in Leibnizstraße 4. All other well sorted bookshops in German will also be able to order the books. You could also try online shops such as Amazon.

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What do we need and where do we go
When we get where we don't know
Tell them what they wanna hear
but what's the meaning
Always knew it was them or me
I always knew what I wanted to be
So many things I just can't explain
Is this the reason.
Too much tension brings me down
Touched and found and turned around
I'm really lost in fear and sin,
thinkin' how it might have been
speaking my mind to those who find
under lights made me blind
Read the rights a prophet's word,
we've learned to deal with the absurd
Scorching the edge of your soul
lust of season
Forgotten heroes, piles of dead
Colors change from green to red
Hurt's so bad, it's been so long.
I'm coming home
Taste the blood that I long for
A beating heart, slow and sure
Bless my soul, time has come
Innocence been long gone
All the wrongs just can't be right


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The two, who briefly dated in 2012, were snapped kissing on a rooftop. In one of the pics, Simpson is even picking up Kylie as he plants a big smooch on her!
A source told Hollywood Life, "[Anyone Kylie dates] needs to be famous and in the current limelight."
Cody fits this profile with the release of his new album, "Surfers Paradise." Oh, and did we mention he also has been in a relationship with model Gigi Hadid for the last few months?
No word on whether Cody and Gigi are still together. After these pictures, we're expecting an explanation sooner than later, or a breakup notice!


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Quantity: 1 available
Book Condition: New
From the author of the spellbinding bestseller "The Dream-Hunter" comes a new novel that will take your breath away "" Ever think Scrooge had it right before the ghosts ruined his life? Meet Aidan O'Conner. At one time he was a world-renowned celebrity who gave freely of himself and his money without wanting anything in return...until those around him took without asking. Now Aidan wants nothing of the world--or anyone who's a part of it. When a stranger appears at his doorstep, Aidan knows he's seen her before in his dreams. Born on Olympus as a goddess, Leta knows nothing of the human world. But a ruthless enemy has driven her from the world of dreams and into the home of the only man who can help her: Aidan. Her immortal powers are derived from human emotions--and his anger is just the fuel she needs to defend herself One cold winter's night will change their lives forever Trapped together in a brutal winter storm, Aidan and Leta must turn to the only power capable of saving them--or destroying them both: trust. "Brisk, ironic, sexy, and relentlessly imaginative."--"Boston"" Globe" "Kenyon is ushering in a whole new class of night dwellers." --"Publishers Weekly"
Title: Upon the Midnight Clear #13 Dark Hunter
Categories: Paranormal Romance,
Publisher: USA, St. Martin's Press: 2007
ISBN Number: 0312947054
ISBN Number 13: 9780312947057
Binding: Soft cover
Book Condition: New
Type: Book
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Patience pays in times like these
Judging by the depth of the snowpack remaining in the local woods, it may be a while before anglers have an opportunity to hit the lakes and ponds. I expect the lakes ponds will remain socked in with ice until warm weather and a bright sun combine to finally chase the winter away.
As usual, Mother's Day weekend in early May may be the standard starting date for heading off to the ponds.
The first weekend of May will deliver a full moon, known as a Pink Moon. A full moon always gets fish and game on the move, and the moon will trigger the spawning season for suckers, smelt and a variety of bait fish.
Despite the cold weather, birds have been on the wing, with great Vs of Canada Geese passing overhead almost every day.
However, it isn't geese that l have been waiting and watching for. I've been waiting to hear the lonesome tune of the loon, which indicates there's open water, somewhere nearby.
Soon enough, ice-out will occur and the new season will present another full spectrum of outdoor adventures. At such times, l realize how little I know about the wild creatures and features that surround us.
As Albert Einstein once advised, "Look deep into nature, and you will understand everything better."
Unfortunately, humans tend to pay far less attention to their surroundings than most wild creatures, which is likely due to our status as apex predators. We only focus our attention when it is necessary, whereas the majority of wild creatures are constantly on their guard, fully aware of the various scents and sounds that may provide either a threat or a meal.
If you want to find game, see game or pursue game, you must hunt as if you are being hunted. With that thought in mind, it is important for hikers, birders and other woods travelers to be aware the spring wild turkey season will begin on May 1 and last until the end of the month. Legal hunting hours are from a half hour before sunup until noon.
Turkey hunters are likely to be found in or around open fields. They tend to be solitary or in a pair. Hunter-hiker interactions are rare, as the user groups rarely cross paths beyond the parking areas.
Many readers have asked me to empty more quotes from my trash bin. Here are a few:
"Wilderness is the Lord's way of getting our attention."
"I have the capacity to ramble about the woods for the sheer joy of it. I will never get tired of the flavor of the woods and the sweet seasons."
"We often forget we are part and parcel of the natural world, despite the proliferation of so many synthetics. If we lose our attachment to nature, we will have lost our selves, and our senses."
"There is a river in my soul and a mountain in my heart, it is time enjoy the wildness within."
"Put a little adventure in your life — get lost on purpose. You may be surprised to discover what you have yet to recover."


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Lawrence Yun Quotes
11 Lawrence Yun quotes:
"Any time there's job creation, historically prices don't go down."
"Our experience says prices do not go down when there's job creation in the local economy. In local markets where they are flat on jobs, they could see prices decline. But we're projecting 2.3 million new jobs this year. The job market is providing a buffer. It's a counter force to rising rates."
"In the Midwest, where homes are very affordable and where home prices have risen much slower than the national average, sales are more dependent on job growth in the overall economy."
"The supply of homes is very tight for new and existing homes. We will continue to see healthy home-price appreciation. For non-home owners, that's bad news. But for home owners, that's building wealth."
"I am confident in saying Atlanta will continue to see growth over the next year. The Atlanta area is less sensitive to changes in the housing market right now."
"What we had in the past couple of years was an unprecedented frenzy of activity. That's what we're seeing: A decline from a frenzied, unsustainable rate."
"A typical household in the past two years saw about a $20,000 gain in equity. That's not an insignificant chunk. Homeowners see that wealth and use it to buy additional goods."
"Prices have doubled in some Florida markets over the past four or five years, so the 10 percent increase we're forecasting for the state this year might seem kind of small compared to recent trends."
"All housing market indicators are pointing to a move away from the frenzied record sales pace to, I would say, a more healthy rate of activity."
"Nationwide, the numbers clearly indicate the market is cooling, but cooling from the record sales pace in 2005. Now, we're experiencing what we characterize as healthy levels."
"You need a strong job market with people in their 20s moving out of their parents' homes before rents recover."


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News from the Darwin Sailing Club
Sail, socalise and dine in the heart of Darwin
Sail, socalise and dine in the heart of Darwin
Holding a valid Recreational Boat Licence is a legal requirement for those wishing to operate a powered craft (including sailing vessels) in all states and the ACT (except NT).
Holders of an Australian Sailing Start Powerboating Certificate or Powerboat Handling Certificate may now apply to Marine And Safety, Tasmania (MAST) for Tasmanian (recreational) Motor Boat Licence, which meets the requirements for operating a boat outside the NT.
Tasmanian licences are valid for three years and currently cost $47. As all licences expire on the same date (next expiry - 30th June 2018) a pro-rata fee is charged for those issued mid-period.
This outcome is as a result of negotiations with MaST over a three year period, by DSC and more recently Australian Sailing.
To apply for a Tasmanian Motor Boat Licence:
If you have completed either course but cannot find your qualification through your MySailor profile please contact [email protected]
At least until the process has been well tested, please advise Australian Sailing of your application to MaST and any issues that arise.
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Academic journal article Shofar
Biblical and Rabbinic Literature
Article excerpt
Biblical and Rabbinic Literature
Altes Testament und völkische Frage: Der biblische Volksbegriff in der alttestamentlichen Wissenschaft der nationalsozialistischen Zeit, dargestellt am Beispiel von Johannes Hempel, by Cornelia Weber. Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 1999. 450 pp. ISBN 3-16-147102-4.
The volkish ideology which had become well established during the Third Reich was centered entirely around the Germans and proclaimed their superiority over the Jews. Cornelia Weber examines the interpretation of the biblical concept of "volk" by focusing on Johannes Hempel, who had acquired an international reputation as a Professor for Old Testament Studies and as the editor of the ZAW (Journal for Old Testament Studies) and who joined the German Christians in 1933. Hempel did not see any inconsistency between his work on the Old Testament and his political commitment to the National Socialist state. (German)
Biblical Text and Texture: A Literary Reading of Selected Texts, by Michael Fishbane. Oxford: Oneworld, 1998. 168 pp. ISBN 1-85168-151-1.
Michael Fishbane approaches the Hebrew Bible from a literary point of view. He demonstrates that the authors used a range of literary devices to communicate a religious message applicable to particular historical moments.
Hebrew-English Tanakh. Philadelphia: Jewish Publication Society, 1999. 2,100 pp. ISBN 0-8276-0656-7.
This edition features the oldest known version of the Holy Scriptures, the Masoretic version complete with cantillation marks, vocalization, and verse numbers, placed next to the Jewish Publication Society's English translation.
Kabbala und die Literatur der Romantik: Zwischen Magie und Trope, edited by Eveline Goodman-Thau, Gert Mattenklott, and Christoph Schulte. Tübingen: Max Niemeyer Verlag, 1999. 274 pp. ISBN 3-484-65127-X.
In German Romantic literature, Jewish mysticism was also a source of inspiration for Christian authors such as Novalis, F. Schlegel, Brentano, Arnim, and E. T. A. Hoffmann. Whereas for Romantic theologians and philosophers the Kabbala represented the primal religious doctrine of humanity and a bridge between Rabbinic tradition and Christianity, the literary fraternity saw in it both an esoteric Jewish doctrine of the arcane and the magical and a trope for the mysterious power of language and writing to transcend rationalism and conscious authorial intention. (German)
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While the world continues to reel from the news of Elliot Spitzer's scandal,this was also a big week in Hollywood's high-level legal embarrassment--the Pellicano trial. Private eye to the stars Anthony Pellicano is on trial for fraud, wire tapping, bribing police officers and others, and yes, it's messy.
As I've reported some of the biggest names in Hollywood, clients of Pellicano, are involved. They're not in trouble themselves, but they have been called to the stand as witnesses. And as expected, the stories the testimony has revealed about some of these guys seems like much more a commentary on Pellicano's clients, than on Pellicano himself.
Paramount Pictures Chief Brad Grey isn't on trial, but he was the one who got really slammed yesterday by comedian Gary Shandling as he testified how Pellicano--hired by Grey--made his life miserable. Grey had been Shandling's personal manager, taking a cut of the profits from his 'The Larry Sanders Show," until Shandling filed a $100 million lawsuit against Grey and his firm for "triple dipping," taking fees three times on the show. So Grey hired lawyer Bert Fields and Pellicano to work on defending his case.
The allegations that Pellicano bribed officials to get database searches aren't surprising, but the Shandling's description of Grey's late-night harassing phone calls are. Shandling said: "He threatened me, if I kept going—looking into my own business—that he would make my life miserable." The case did settle in 1999, and Shandling got at least $10 million but Shandling clearly isn't over it still.
So how does the head of a studio in the midst of a turnaround respond? Grey's got a lot at stake. His boss, Tom Freston, was unceremoniously fired by Sumner Redstone, and now he seems to have Paramount's turnaround on track, though things could get messy if Steven Spielberg and David Geffen fail to renew their DreamWorkscontract when it expires at the end of this year.
Grey responded with the following carefully-worded statement: "I am extremely saddened by Gary's recollection of events dating back more than a decade. His representation is very different than what I remember and what I know to be true. Garry and I had a long personal and professional relationship, which frankly ended when he hired [Washington DC litigator] David Boies, and sued me and Brillstein Grey [the Hollywood management and production company] for $100 million. His actions forced us to hire our own lawyer -- Bert Fields -- and our friendship was overtaken by a legal process that was directed by lawyers and which ended with an equitable settlement. Even though we haven't spoken since that time, he remains one of the most talented people I have known and I wish him only the best."
That sounds like he's trying to take the high road. Let's see what Grey says when HE takes the witness stand!
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Team Antimatter
Team Antimatter are on the adventure of a lifetime. Representing New Zealand at the FLL World Festival in St Louis, USA. Follow us on our journey
Team Antimatter is a group of three 9-11 year olds from Pukekohe, Auckland, New Zealand.
Ethan, Tim and Tonii recently competed in the New Zealand First Lego League competition in New Zealand. We won this competition and have been invited to attend the World First Festival in St Louis, USA in April 2014.
FLL has a huge following around the world with over 20,000 teams and over 100,000 participating children aged 9 to 16. The teams must build and program an autonomous lego robot and also solve a real world problem through research and implement an innovative solution. Antimatter focused research on Mt Ruapehu and the threat of an eruption. We designed a concept app that alerts Ruapehu users of an impending eruption and guides them to a safe zone on the mountain.
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Large Posters is the best means of promotion
by : chrisbroad
Anything informative can help you in telling the public about your ideas and thoughts. Disseminating information is not a difficult task, if you have the right pathway to go about it. In this case, large posters can be really helpful as they have that clarity of message which small or medium sized posters do not have. Because of the size of large posters, the message printed in them can be read easily without any hassles. This is the reason that large posters are considered as one of the best form of medium for promotion of goods and services. After all, it is the target audience that you have to hit and cannot miss out on any medium that takes your message to them.
Large posters can be placed at a variety of places, so that every sort of person can read the message that you want to tell them. You can place them at shopping malls, bus stands, busy markets, movie halls and many other places. The main aim of the placing large posters is to tell others about something new that has been launched by your company. Suppose, you have launched a range of perfume and would like to tell people about this, large posters will surely help you in this regard. You can put some images that signify the use of that perfume. This will help in a good promotion of your brand.
Promotion of a particular brand has to be done in a different way and large posters have the tendency to promote in a better way. First of all, you have to take care that the punch line printed on the large posters has to be really catchy and needs to express the theme of your message. After all, you have to say so many things and need to use the words that fit the bill. After the message has been finalized, what you have to do is search for images that go with that message. The images should be such that they have the clarity when printed on large posters.
The main advantage of large posters is that they can also be used for fund raising process. If you want to promote AIDS campaign and wish to inform people about the precautions that can be taken to avert it, then large posters have the space that can be used to print the dos and don'ts. And if you are willing to promote for the family campaign, then the large posters would display the note that tells about the measures to have small and healthy family. Advertising has always been considered essential for establishing the trustworthiness of an individual or company. It is a known fact that nothing in this world can grow without popularity.
There are numerous large posters manufacturing companies that design and make the posters for you. All you have to do is sit with them and discuss about the thoughts and ideas that you want to reflect in your message and those large posters. Apart from brand promotion or fund raising causes, large posters can be of your favorite actress or actors. You can put them either on the walls of your room or even in cupboards. After all, you have the right to show your likes and preferences to others.


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I received this book for free from Wordsmith Publicity in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Give Me Something by Elizabeth Lee
Series: Give Me Something #1
Published by Elizabeth Lee on December 13, 2013
Genres: Contemporary Romance, New Adult
Pages: 389
Source: Wordsmith Publicity
Buy on Amazon
DELUXE EDITION features bonus material and chapter, plus a sneak peek of TAKING SOMETHING out now!
Here's the deal... I learned a long time ago that sometimes you have to use what you've got to make things happen. What I happen to have is a pretty smile, long legs and the ability to make men believe anything I say. Before you get on your high horse and start judging me, can you honestly say you've never batted your lashes at some guy for a free drink at the bar? That's what I thought.
Keep that in mind as I tell you my story of how I took it one step further. My story of lies, deceit, manipulation and love. Yeah, love. Believe me, it fits. Especially, when you factor in Nick and Tucker – one had my heart and the other one wanted it all for himself. Which one? Well, I can't tell you that. It would defeat the purpose of the story. If I'm going to fill you in about me, Lila Garrison, and my life as a con artist you're going to need to know all the facts, including the ones about the two guys who made me want to give up the life of fancy clothes, expensive jewelry, fast cars and easy money. Because sometimes, one person can give you something that's more valuable than all of that.
If you're still interested, stick around. Just remember, I'm pretty good at convincing people to do what I want, so if by the end of this whole thing you feel worked over, don't say I didn't warn you.
New Adult Contemporary Romance 17+
Lila Garrison is unhappy with her life and decides to take a few shortcuts to the good life. Now, a new adult in college, she is trying to live at the right side of the road, but the love of her life and best-friend, keeps getting himself in trouble and she keeps helping him out. Then comes in Tucker, a mark totally different than her previous victims. He is young, sexy and smart! Does she have a good heart after all? Is she willing to change for love? Is she ready to give up all her life plans for a new beginning?
Give Me Something has a great plot that grabs the reader and doesn't let go. I did another all-nighter reading this book, because somehow, I couldn't put it down. I'm not certain why, but when I looked at my clock it was three in the morning and I would only have two and a half hours of sleep. In fact, Ms. Lee is a pro at hooking me to her books. This is my fourth book of Ms. Lee, and it seems I've became a fan for life.
I love the characters of this book! I adore screw up people, and Lila is one of the most complex females that I've read in a while. Each time I've believed I had her figured out, she would show me another dimension of her personality. She is not a good girl, but she isn't a bad girl either. Tucker is another great surprise! He seems like mr. perfect, until he shows he is not. OMG! And Nick, is the secondary character that almost steals the show. That boy is bad, but he is so bad that he ends up being good! These are characters to fall in love with.
Another positive point that I always find within Ms. Lee's books is that things are never as they seem. There is always a twist, or a few twists to come. When I'm ready to say, ok this is an Ok read, she changes the mood of her writing and it's UNBELIEVABLE good!
Yeah! Both plot and characters are very addictive, and you want to finish fast! Of course I will start book 2 today, because I'm dying to see what else Nick can do!
You may read this book because you like the cover; you should read this book because you enjoy contemporary romance; but you MUST read this book because you want to be taken into a fast crazy ride with lots of sexy amazing scenes!
"If you think I had a Robin Hood complex, I didn't. I was selfish and greedy, just like Nick. People who say that money can't buy happiness obviously never had it."
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By MIKE LEONE
HARTFORD, OH – Sharon Speedway is hoping to resume racing action this Saturday night (July 1) after saturated grounds forced last Saturday night to be cancelled. The last "Steel Valley Thunder" racing program to take place was back on June 10 for "Fan Appreciation Night". Saturday night will be presented by Lincoln Electric and will feature last week's rescheduled HTMA/Precise Racing RUSH Sportsman Modifieds in a Bicknell Tour for their annual "Manufacturers Night". The Hovis Auto & Truck Supply Big-Block Modifieds, Gibson Insurance Agency Stock Cars, Summit Racing Equipment Econo Mods, and Junior Sprints will also be on the card. Race time is 7 p.m. It's Armed Forces Night with free general admission for veterans and active servicemen. Grandstand admission for all others remains at $10.
It'll be a big night for the RUSH Sportsman Modifieds. Not only will they compete in a Bicknell Racing Products Touring Series event for $600 to-win, but it's also their annual "Manufacturers Night" as over $19,000 to date has been posted by the Series for giveaways for all competing RUSH drivers. Their 2016 "Apple Festival Nationals" Touring event that was originally scheduled to be made up last Saturday night has been moved to August 5.
The RUSH Sportsman Modified division continues to grow. Earlier this season, an all-time division record 30 cars were on hand to compete. Saturday's program is expected to draw a large field of cars. Kyle Martell has won the Series' opening two Bicknell Racing Products Tour events including June 9 at Thunder Mountain Speedway and last Sunday at Tri-City Raceway Park. Defending Bicknell Tour Champions are Larry Kugel and Brian Schaffer. Kole Holden enters the night as Sharon's point leader winning the last two weekly races, and also was victorious on June 17 at Pittsburgh's PA Motor Speedway when Sharon was closed. Rocky Kugel also has a win this season at Sharon.
The ground-pounding Big-Block Modifieds are the big brother to the RUSH Sportsman Modifieds and will also be in action on Saturday night. One-time winner and defending champion, Rex King, Jr., enters the night as the Hovis Auto & Truck Supply point leader by just six points over the consistent Dave Murdick, who will be looking for his season's first win. Jim Weller, Jr. is only another three points back of Murdick, and owns a feature win this season. Two-time winner, Rex King, is fourth in points ahead of 2016 "Lou Blaney Memorial" winner, Jim Rasey. Will Thomas III, who has championships at Sharon in the RUSH Late Models and E-Mods, has been struggling in his first season of Big-Block Modified racing. He sits 10th in points and is hoping for a good run on Saturday.
Defending champion, Paul Davis, kick started his season at the last event for the Stock Cars on June 10 taking the victory. Andy Thompson is a Sharon regular for the first time in many years and has been very fast and consistent all year as he trails Davis by just 11 points in the Gibson Insurance Agency championship race. Mike Miller has been in the championship hunt the last few years and sits third in points. Three-time champion, Mike Clark, is fourth as he looks for his first win of the season. Jamie Scharba is fifth. Chris McGuire and Andy Buckley have also been victorious this season.
After a slow start in the first two Econo Mod events which ended his run of 17 straight top two finishes, Steve Haefke has been on a roll. The veteran Austintown, Ohio driver has won the last four events including the 2016 "Apple Festival Nationals" make-up non-point feature. Despite his success, one-time winner, Zach Myers, trails Haefke by only one-point. Myers will have an opportunity to take over the point lead as Haefke will have his work cut out starting last in the feature due to his three straight wins in weekly competition. Brandon Blackshear, Mike Hillman, and Kyle Miller are third through fifth in the Summit Racing Equipment points.
The Junior Sprints for children will make their second appearance of the season and third ever. Back on May 20, Jordan Simmons picked up the victory. Michael Lutz was the winner at the 2016 "Apple Festival Nationals" and finished third at the last event.
Pits open at 4 p.m. with grandstands at 5, drivers meeting at 6:30, and racing at 7. Grandstand admission is $10 for those 14 and over. Patio seating upgrades are just $5 and fan suite seating upgrades are just $20 over the cost of general admission. In order to reserve either of these ahead of time, call the office Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 330-772-5481. As always, children under 13, parking, and camping is always FREE! Pit passes are $30. Sharon has a no carry-in cooler policy.
Coming up next will be the "Lou Blaney Memorial" presented by Ollie's Bargain Outlet on Saturday, July 8 with a return appearance by Tony Stewart's Arctic Cat All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars along with the Big-Block Modifieds. There will be no racing on July 15 due to the Trumbull County Fair. On Thursday, July 20, the Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modified Series will be back for the second straight year in a $6,000 to-win event plus the Mini Stocks.
Sharon Speedway is owned by the Blaney, Weller, and Kirila Families and is a 3/8-mile dirt track located at 3241 Custer-Orangeville Road, Hartford, OH 44424 near the intersection of Routes 7 & 305. For more information, check out the website at www.sharonspeedway.com or call 330-772-5481. Become a fan of Sharon Speedway on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sharonspeedway and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sharonspdwy.


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Carlito's Way (1993)
Watch Carlito's Way (1993) full movies online.
Synopsis: A Puerto Rican ex-con pledges to stay away from his former drug dealing ways but finds himself being dragged back by his past connections and the naive machinations of his lawyer and best friend. Hoping to raise enough money to get away from New York, Carlito Brigante takes on the job of running a nightclub, renews an affair with a dancer but old associates and old instincts suck him back into a world of violence and mistrust.
Director: Brian De Palma
Writers: Edwin Torres, David Koepp
Stars: Al Pacino, Sean Penn, Penelope Ann Miller
Sources: IMDB, Wikipedia


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Sue was born in southwest Essex though spent the first 6 years of her life living in Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Northumbria. Something about the wilder landscapes stuck with her and when she returned to London for Primary and Secondary schooling she spent a lot of time looking out of classroom windows at trees and the sky.
She studied Fine Art at evening classes and then, in her early 20s, went to North Staffordshire Polytechnic with the aim of developing as a Painter. After her degree course she came back to London, and whilst raising her children organised and ran Children's Art Clubs and taught adults Feltmaking.
It was over 20 years ago that she discovered Feltmaking and although she's used many different felting techniques she is concentrating, now, on 'wet felted' wallhangings. Her love of colour and texture is selfevident in these works.
After a soaking wet holiday in Wales, with her husband and one year old daughter, she had become enthralled by the wild landscapes around midWales. In 2005 the family made their 'Great Escape' and moved to a tiny village, part way up a mountain. From here Sue can walk or drive up onto the mountain and use a variety of materials (pastels, watercolour or oils) to record the aweinspiring beauty and colours of the Land.
From 2005 to 2009 she taught Creative Textiles for Lifelong Learning, Aberystwyth University and from 2006 to the end of 2014 she taught various Art and Craft courses for WEA Cymru.
She ran Feltmaking workshops for adults and children and may do so again though currently her own work is her focal point.
Website: www.sueterrey.co.uk


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Everyone's gotta have a side hustle, right?
You never saw it, but you know it happened.
These posters don't tease you -- they yell the movie at you.
Presenting: Jackassvision.
How would history's greatest artists respond to the world we know?
Get ready for spam to be a lot weirder.
Everyone's got them. Why shouldn't imaginary people?
What if reboots were actually great?
Brace yourself, because people are the worst.
Disinformation is... inevitable.
Coming soon to an entertainment device near you.
Tom Nook has had enough of your shenanigans.
But which letter?
What is this, a crossover episode?
There's a reason why Spider-Man doesn't aim for scientific accuracy.


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Delivering economic impact
Sustainable economic growth for developed economies like the UK can only come from innovation – the application of new ideas and knowledge.
This is one of the UK's strengths, but there is enormous potential to go further by unlocking greater economic benefit from our world-class research base and by supporting business to stay at the cutting edge.
UKRI has an important role to play in supporting the UK to become an even stronger knowledge-driven economy. We must support the most innovative entrepreneurs and businesses to succeed. We must also create an ecosystem in which we nurture new innovators to start businesses, grow and flourish.
Encouraging even greater collaboration between business and the research base is key to achieving this ambition. Valuable research and innovation is undertaken in businesses, universities and other research and innovation organisations throughout the UK. We want to enable places right across the UK to use their research and innovation assets to drive economic growth.
Featured case studies
Delivering economic growth is a team effort. UKRI will make it easier for businesses and research organisations to collaborate to exchange knowledge, people and ideas to produce innovative products, services and markets. A number of different approaches are needed to address this:
- Use mission-orientated approaches to tackle specific challenges or opportunities for the UK. We will catalyse different communities to work together towards clear, shared goals.
- We will complement this with competitive programmes that enable important opportunities identified by businesses and researchers at the front line of innovation to succeed.
- One important role for us in promoting innovation is backing new general purpose technologies on their route to market.
- We will champion business-led innovation. We will support the best innovative businesses from all sectors and help them to find the finance they need to grow. We will help businesses to find and connect with the most promising ideas emerging from the research base.
- We will support and encourage universities and other research institutions to make knowledge exchange and commercialisation an equal priority alongside their teaching and research missions. We will aim to enable all parts of the UK to realise their potential for innovation-led growth.
We want UKRI to deliver a step change in our understanding of how to deliver greater economic productivity in tandem with building the UK's excellent research base. So, as well as evaluating the outcomes of the work that we support, we will also support research to strengthen the evidence base on the efficacy of policy, financial and other interventions to support innovation. We will make our systems and processes straightforward to navigate, particularly for organisations less accustomed to working with us.
Building a culture of evaluation
All UKRI councils are committed to rigorously evaluating the impact of our investments. We want to build on existing strengths and use the creation of UKRI as an opportunity to raise our level of ambition, using data in new ways to look across the research and innovation landscape to understand the impact of our investments and maximise the return we get.
Robust evaluation of the return on investment in science and innovation is notoriously difficult, for example due to long lags, difficulties in obtaining a true baseline, and difficulties in correctly attributing benefits. However, within UKRI we have extensive experience of evaluating science and innovation investments, and will use a range of tools and approaches to develop a rounded understanding of impact to ensure that our future decisions are based on the best possible evidence.
For new programmes, we will build monitoring and evaluation best practice into the heart of programme design. But this is not just about new programmes – we are also committed to robustly evaluating the impact of our previous investments.
Aside from learning lessons on how best to run programmes, this will also help us demonstrate the economic and social impact of R&D funding, strengthening the evidence base for future decisions.
As part of this, we will develop effective data and metrics to understand the research and innovation landscape in different sectors, technology domains and places, taking into account the role of businesses as well as research institutions. We will seek to go beyond project- or programme-level evaluation, making links and joining up data collection processes to strengthen our understanding of the wider impacts of our investments the UK's innovation landscape, and our progress towards significant missions, such as the Grand Challenges. To do this, we will work closely with colleagues across the civil service, public sector and beyond.
All parts of UK Research and Innovation are important to this element of our mission:
• Innovate UK will continue to champion and focus on business-led innovation
• The Research Councils will enable researchers to partner with businesses to help to realise the economic potential of their work
• Research England will support and challenge universities to engage with businesses and provide the capacity and capability to support research commercialisation. In doing this it will liaise and work with its counterparts in the devolved administrations.
We are also developing programmes which span multiple councils in order to capitalise on the opportunities from the creation of UK Research and Innovation. These include the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund and the Strength in Places Fund.
The Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF)
The ISCF is a new and ambitious programme that brings together world-class UK research with business investment to tackle the major industrial and societal challenges facing the UK. It will develop technologies that will transform existing industries and create new ones.
It will support the four 'Grand Challenges' set out in the government's Industrial Strategy:
- AI and Data Economy
- Future of Mobility
- Clean Growth
- Ageing Society
Through these Grand Challenges, the Government seeks to:
- Put the UK at the forefront of the artificial intelligence and data revolution
- Maximise the advantages for UK industry from the global shift to clean growth
- Become a world leader in shaping the future of mobility
- Harness the power of innovation to help meet the needs of an ageing society.
Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund challenges
Clean growth
Transforming construction
We need to transform construction so that we can create affordable buildings to live and work in that are safer, healthier and use less energy. By taking a lead in the UK, we can increase our ability to export: global demand for efficient buildings is rising rapidly, driven by the pressures of urbanisation, affordability, and the need to cut emissions.
Prospering from the energy revolution
For the majority of our energy to be clean and affordable, we need more intelligent systems. Smart systems can link energy supply, storage and use, and join up power, heating and transport – to dramatically increase efficiency. By developing these world-leading systems in the UK, we can cut bills while creating high value jobs for the future.
Transforming food production
The world will need 60 per cent more food by 2050 to allow us to feed nine billion people. For this to be possible, the way we produce our food needs to be significantly more efficient and sustainable. By putting the UK at the forefront of this global farming revolution, we will deliver benefits to farmers, the environment and consumers.
Ageing Society
Medicines manufacturing
After years dedicated to their discovery, as each new medicine progresses through the stages of clinical testing towards approval, the challenge moves on to how they can be manufactured so that greater numbers of patients can access new drugs and treatments more quickly.
From data to early diagnosis and precision medicine
The challenge is to combine the wealth of data created by UK researchers with real-world evidence from our health service. This will allow industry to create new products and services that will diagnose diseases earlier and help clinicians choose the best treatment for individual patients. This will save lives and set the UK at the forefront of a growing global market in diagnostics.
Healthy ageing
The challenge is to develop new products and services that offer choice, meet the aspirations of older people, and support an independent lifestyle through better, more effective care. By working together, the government and industry can address the challenges of ageing whilst capturing a growing global market.
Future of mobility
Faraday battery challenge
The Faraday Battery Challenge aims to develop world-leading batteries, designed and manufactured in the UK, to fully exploit the industrial opportunity of vehicle electrification. It will tackle air pollution as well as enable UK businesses to make the most of the opportunities presented by the low carbon economy.
Extreme robotics
Robotics and artificial intelligence have the potential to revolutionise our public services and infrastructure, and hugely benefit industries working in extreme conditions such as nuclear energy, offshore energy, deep mining and space. The aim is to create a safer working world for people; improve productivity; and support advances in industry and public services.
National satellite test facility
A satellite test facility will be established. This will support new launch technologies, manufacturing and testing capabilities to construct future satellites and deliver payloads into orbit.
AI & data economy
Audience of the future
The challenge is to bring together creative companies, researchers and technologists to create striking new experiences that are accessible to the public. This can create the next-generation products, services and experiences that will capture the world's attention and position the UK as the global leader in immersive technologies.
Next generation services
Pioneer funding will help service industries to identify how application of technologies can transform their operations. This will help to place UK service industries at the forefront of developing and using innovations.
Quantum technology
Pioneer support will help us understand how a new set of products can be developed from medical devices to sensors and safer communication systems. The potential is huge but still largely in the lab environment. We will bring new disruptive companies together with existing businesses to understand how this emerging technology can be turned into products.
Business-led Innovation
Within UK Research and Innovation, Innovate UK's role remains focused on innovative businesses, enabling them to achieve their ambitions to increase productivity and tap growing markets.
Funding, in the form of grants and loans, provides opportunities for business-led, high-value innovation in any sector. Innovation and business networks, supported by Innovate UK, enhance connectivity between innovators, researchers, investors, sectors, government, and potential customers in the UK and around the world.
We will continue to promote and accelerate the commercialisation of the best ideas across sectors by:
- Investing in open programmes to support the best innovative ideas from all sectors of the UK economy
- Investing in the Catapult network, to attract private investment into innovation
- Improving business access to investors through our investor accelerator programme
- Increasing the talent pool of innovators developing exciting ideas in the UK through diversity campaigns
- Piloting a £50 million programme of loan commitments from 2017-2020, deployed over up to three years with terms extending up to 10 years.
Knowledge Exchange
UK Research and Innovation is committed to enhancing the contributions made to the economy and society by the research and innovation we fund. A core role of universities and other higher education and research institutions is engagement with the outside world. They import, educate, train and export skilled people locally, nationally and internationally. They make the knowledge that they generate useful to society.
Substantially increased support for higher education institutions in England, through Higher Education Innovation Funding, will enable universities to increase their capabilities and the commercial exploitation of their knowledge and expertise. We will use the new Knowledge Exchange Framework to provide more information for the public and businesses on the performance of universities in knowledge exchange – how they share knowledge, expertise and other assets for the benefit of the economy and society. Complementing this, UK Research and Innovation will continue to support individual academics with commercially promising ideas to move out of the lab and into the marketplace through an extension and expansion of Innovate UK's ICURe pilot.
ICURe helps to bridge the gap between research, innovation and commercialisation by providing academics with the necessary training, support and space to determine the right route to market for their commercially promising ideas.
UKRI is open for business
Through ISCF challenges UKRI will continue to support business-led innovation across the Industrial Strategy Grand Challenge areas
- With an emphasis on growing and scaling businesses Innovate UK will continue to offer financial support for business-led innovation through initiatives including collaborative research and development grants
- Innovate UK will offer Innovation Loans to transform ambitious business looking to grow and scale, and will provide connectivity through its business networks, such as the KTN and EEN.
- The Catapult Network will continue to provide collaborative assistance for businesses seeking unlock sector specific barriers
- UKRI will provide business leaders with easier access to leading-edge research in academia and be a single voice to enable better connectivity to policy makers.
- UKRI will make it easier for businesses and research organisations to exchange and translate ideas, know-how and people from across the UK and all sectors, and to unlock more value from them for economic and societal benefits.
- UKRI will support the UK research and innovation community to tackle sector and societal challenges and to turn these into significant market and export opportunities for UK businesses.
- UKRI is primed to position the UK as a leader on the global stage and attractive to international partners and investors.
Supporting Growth across the UK
World-class research and innovation is undertaken in universities, research organisations and businesses throughout the UK and we are determined to support this excellence to grow. We want to enable regions right across the UK to realise their potential to drive innovation led economic growth. That is why we are launching the Strength in Places Fund.
This is a new UK wide competitive programme that will take a place-based approach to research and innovation funding. It will build on local business strengths and pockets of research excellence, supporting collaborative proposals from consortia of publicly-funded research organisations, businesses and local civic leaders to undertake research and innovation that will have a demonstrable impact on local economic growth.
We are learning from the valuable evidence base provided by the Science and Innovation Audits, which help us understand where the opportunities lie for investment in research and innovation to drive growth. We will continue to support locally-focused activity of our research institutes and science and innovation campuses and ensure the UK's excellent research infrastructure has the support it needs to make an even greater impact on local economies across the UK.
We will engage with government and other partners to drive the impact of our investments, and further develop our place-focused policies through, for example, local industrial strategies.


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Printer Communication Issues With Dell
Problems with communication between a printer and Dell computer can stem from various hardware and software issues. The communication issue can result from a compatibility problem, an outdated printer driver, a poor connection or your computer's components. Identify your problem with troubleshooting steps and try resolving the problem on your own.
Printer Not Found
If the printer is connected to your Dell computer using a USB cable, make sure you're using a 2.0 USB cable, as some printers won't be recognized if you use a lower-speed USB cable. If there are a lot of USB devices connected to your computer, there may not be any power left for the USB hub to recognize the printer connected to that USB port. Try disconnecting other USB devices, rebooting your Dell and then connecting the printer to an available USB port. Regardless of what type of cable you're using, make sure the cable is firmly connected to both the printer and the Dell computer, otherwise the printer may not be recognized.
Printer Won't Install
Your printer may not be compatible with your Dell computer. For example, if the printer is only built to work with Windows Vista and older Windows operating systems, you won't be able to install the software for the printer on a newer Windows operating system, such as Windows 7. Check with your printer manufacturer to see if new installation software is available that makes it possible to use your older printer on an operating system it wasn't designed to work with.
Printer Recognized But Not Working
If the printer you just installed on your Dell computer isn't working or suddenly stopped working, try uninstalling and then reinstalling the software for the printer to see if there is a glitch in the software that's preventing the printer from functioning correctly. If that doesn't work, check the printer manufacturer's website or contact the printer manufacturer's support service to see if an updated driver is available for the printer. The updates that Microsoft regularly releases for its operating systems could suddenly cause the operating system and printer to stop communicating. Printer manufacturers will regularly update printer drivers to address known operational issues as a result of operating system updates, among other things.
Long Time to Print
It may take longer than you'd like for your printer to print because your computer meets the minimum system requirements or doesn't meet the system requirements in some aspect. This can be the result of less-than-recommended random access memory, a slower-than-recommended processor or very little available hard drive space. Also, this problem can result when you elect to print your document at a very high dots per inch (DPI) setting. Try reducing the DPI to see if that helps.
Graphics or Text Placed Incorrectly
Paper loaded loosely into the paper tray can cause text and images to print incorrectly. Check the paper tray to make sure the paper is organized neatly in the tray and that no pieces of paper are caught up in the tray. Your printer may be set up to print to a type of paper you're not using. Check your printer settings to see if this is the problem. Alternatively, your printer may not be compatible with the type of file you're trying to print, or some of the fonts or graphic types used in the file. Check the documentation that came with your printer to see if certain file types, fonts and image types aren't supported by the printer.
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During his physical, the doctor asked the patient about his daily activity level.
He described a typical day this way:
Well, yesterday afternoon,
I waded along the edge of a lake,
drank eight beers,
escaped from wild dogs in the heavy brush,
jumped away from an aggressive rattlesnake,
marched up and down several rocky hills,
stood in a patch of poison ivy,
crawled out of quicksand
and took four leaks behind big trees.
Inspired by the story, the doctor said, You must be one hell of an outdoorsman!
NAH, he replied, I'm just a terrible golfer.
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well, it's moMMa moNDaY again. time for another installment of the
"in {her} shoes" series.
in light of Bear's birthday, i decided to share my story today. it is strange and hard to write this. my "story" isn't at all as challenging as others we've seen.
iT's juST mE, nothing spectacular.
my name is andie.
crayon freckles is my blog.
it is named after my 2 kiddos.
Pip is 15 with red hair and freckles.
Bear is 3 and never slows down.
i always knew i wanted to be a mom.
i was certain of that fact,
but not so much about being a wife.
after two miscarriages, we were finally blessed
with my little Bear.
the day he was born changed my life forever.
when Bear was born in 2008,
our family was reborn as well.
we all came together in a way that
we never had before.
never did i know love like this could exist.
but, does this child ever have a strong spirit.
God has bestowed him with energy and
persistence that know no bounds.
staying at home with him is unbelievable.
i am so grateful that God has
enabled our family to do this.
we spend our days playing, creating, and learning
as i home-preschool him
(in a very unstructured way).
rarely does it come up
that Pip is not biologically mine.
she came to live with us fulltime after
hurricane katrina severely damaged the city
she lived in with her biological mother.
we had the typical cinderella/evil stepmother battles.
life was rough for a while
until she realized that i wasn't going anywhere.
she has such a loving, soft heart.
my faith and values are extremely influencial
in how i raise my children.
extremely liberal in my early 20swhen we faced the possibility of
losing Pip back to her biological,
my faith increased tenfold.
while pregnant with Bear,
it continued to grow.
the first day home from the hospital,
i caught the reflection in the mirror with him.
it was then that i realized what God did for me.
he sacrificed his son for me, what an amazing act.
we started going to church regularly from then.
our pastor is amazing and
puts a huge smile on my kiddos' faces.
i am continually striving to bring glory to God
and do what he asks of me.
i want to share the gifts he's given me,
but that too is often a struggle.
he has blessed me with some amazing friends
that continually move me and encourage me
to keep on that positive path and
not be discouraged.
i suppose the bottom line in my mommyhood is
that God is good.
life is hectic,
but as time goes by he continues to show me
his plan
for me as a
woman of faith,
a wife,
a friend,
and a mother.


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Abdul Latif Jameel Energy has stepped up its active participation in the Middle East's water sector with two agreements expanding its presence in Egypt and Bahrain.
Almar Water Solutions, Abdul Latif Jameel Energy's dedicated water solutions unit, formed a joint venture with HA Utilities (HAU), part of Hassan Allam Holding (HAH), to provide sustainable water infrastructure solutions to municipal and industrial clients across Egypt.
Drawing on the extensive sector experience of both companies, the JV will work on developing sustainable water solutions, including water and wastewater management, and BOT and BOO projects in Egypt. The JV also intends to take an active role as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) investor and an Operation and Maintenance (O&M) supplier, as well pursuing new greenfield projects, and exploring acquisitions of brownfield assets and O&M service companies.
In a second, separate deal, Almar acquired Mubadala Infrastructure Partner's water investment in Muharraq STP Company (MSC), which has a 29-year concession to build, own and operate a 100,000 cubic meter/day, state of the art wastewater treatment plant and sewer conveyance system in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The conveyance system includes the first 16.5 km deep gravity sewer trunk pipeline in the GCC region and a wastewater collection network.
Speaking on the agreements, Fady Jameel, Deputy President and Vice Chairman of Abdul Latif Jameel, said: "Governments across the region are pursuing ambitious policy programs, such as Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia, and sustainable development and resource management is key to their success. These investments follow our strategy to own and operate water assets in the region and beyond. The Middle East and Africa faces some of the most pressing water challenges anywhere in the world as rapid development and growing populations put pressure on already scarce water resources. Almar's expertise in desalination and waste-water management can help meet this growing demand."
These transactions mark further significant steps forward for Almar Water Solutions and Abdul Latif Jameel Energy's growth across the region, which has recently included winning contracts to develop one of the world's largest desalination projects in Al Shuqaiq on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, and Kenya's first large-scale desalination plant in the county of Mombasa, which together will supply drinking water to close to three million people.


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Antitrust Case Filings
Antitrust Case Filings
To filter the list of cases, select desired options from the left navigation pane.
View the list of NAICS and SIC industry codes used by the Division. To view all industry codes, visit Census.gov.
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|Case Open Date
|Incident Date
|Case Type
|Federal Court
|Industry Code
|U.S. v. Amsted Industries, Inc. and Glamorgan Pipe and Foundry Company
|December 29, 1971
|Civil Merger
|Illinois, Northern District
|Iron Foundries
|U.S. v. Board of Trade of The City of Chicago, Inc.
|December 1, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|Illinois, Northern District
|Commodity Contracts Brokers, Dealers
|U.S. v. Wolverine World Wide, Inc.
|October 19, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|New Mexico, District of
|Footwear, Except Rubber, NEC
|U.S. v. Wohl Shoe Company, et al.
|October 19, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|New Mexico, District of
|U.S. v. KDI Corp.; KDI Aqua Systems Inc. and Jho Dissolution Co.
|October 1, 1971
|Civil Merger
|California, Central District
|Sporting and Athletic Goods, NEC
|U.S. v. Arden-Mayfair Inc., et al.
|September 29, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|Washington, Western District
|Fluid Milk, Fluid Milk Manufacturing
|U.S. v. General Cinema Corp.
|September 13, 1971
|Civil Merger
|Minnesota, District of
|Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins), Motion Picture Theaters, Ex. Drive-In
|U.S. v. Sweetheart Bakers Inc., et al.
|July 29, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|Maryland, District of
|Bread, Cake, and Related Products, Commercial Bakeries
|U.S. v. E.H. Koester Bakery Co., et al.
|July 29, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|Maryland, District of
|Bread, Cake, and Related Products, Commercial Bakeries
|U.S. v. Reynolds Metals Company
|July 14, 1971
|Civil Non-Merger
|Virginia, Eastern District
|Primary Aluminum, Primary Aluminum Production


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Jonathan's First Year: A Legacy Of Insecurity, Scandals - ACN
The Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) has described President Goodluck Jonathan's first year in office as a monument to insecurity and scandals of historic proportions, a far cry from the transformation he promised Nigerians at his inauguration.
In a statement issued in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, the party`s National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Lai Mohammed,said, President Jonathan frittered away the goodwill of a nation so quickly after his inauguration, no thanks to gross incompetence and waffling leadership that shocked the citizenry, even by the country's poor leadership standard.
"A President who asked Nigerians to dream again succeeded in turning their dreams into nightmares. Simply put, Nigerians are worse off today than they were when President Jonathan assumed office on May 29th 2011, and the country under his watch has become more divided today than at any
other time since the civil war of 1967 to 1970.
"In sports parlance, President Jonathan has snatched defeat from the jaws of victory and left his compatriots forlorn and transmogrified, instead of being transformed," it said.
ACN said that to be fair, one year is too short a time to judge an administration for failing to fully upgrade or put in place new infrastructure, more so in a country where everything from roads to hospitals, schools and public utilities have been left to decay by successive administrations.
But the party said it never imagined that any administration would even make things worse than they have been, citing the case of power which has worsened so much that the only point of light for a large swath of Nigeria has been the sun during the day and the moon at night.
It said, however, that while Nigerians are willing to wager that the Administration could yet rediscover itself and make
some impact in upgrading or building infrastructure, they are fast losing hope when it comes to the government's
ability to ensure the security or life and property, a key responsibility of any government; check runaway corruption
and prevent shameful scandals.
"As at the last count, over 1,200 Nigerians have been sent to their early graves by the rampaging Boko Haram, as the Jonathan Administration waffles - or perhaps deliberately delays - on efforts to end the crisis. As the government flip-flops between non-engagement with 'terrorists' to qualified engagement, the sect grew stronger and more daring. Today, it has seized the initiative from the government, despite its allocating a lion's share of the 2012 budget for security.
"Add this to the continuing cases of kidnapping for ransom and other violent crimes across the country, and one begins
to wonder whether Nigeria is on the road to Somalia, or if indeed there is a government worth its name in Abuja," ACN said.
The party said the Administration's first year was also a tsunami of scandals and monumental corruption that have put
a lie to President Jonathan's pledge, at his inauguration, to fight corruption "with overwhelming force of our collective
"Through a combination of insincerity and deceit, the government went ahead to remove the so-called fuel subsidy, which
inadvertently opened a Pandora box that has now let out the worms of unimaginable pilfering of the resources of the commonwealth in the name of fuel subsidy. Sadly, those who are paid from the public till to prevent such theft did not come
out unblemished after the House of Representatives' probe of the phony subsidy. Yet they remain on their seats because the government itself is not untainted.
"Under President Jonathan's watch, the multi-billion-naira police pension scheme was looted by incredibly-brazen public
officials, emboldened by the impunity that now characterises government affairs. There is yet no evidence that these officials will be robustly prosecuted and be made to answer for the crimes they were alleged to have committed," it said.
ACN said the President himself is fast losing the moral authority to fight corruption, after being embroiled in scandal after scandal in just one on year of his tenure.
"First, he gleefully accepted a donation of a church from a government contractor, pretending not to see the obvious conflict of
interest in a church where he worships being gratuitously renovated by a government contractor.
"As if that's not enough, he has been named in the Malabu Oil Bloc scandal, for which his Attorney-General has yet to offer satisfactory explanations. These scandals are chipping away at the credibility of the President and weakening his Administration's ability to fight corruption, which is a major inhibition to the country's development.
"Overall, President Jonathan's first year in office is a poor and faltering start to his four-year tenure. He has no one but himself to
blame for frittering away the massive goodwill that propelled him to office, in spite of his modest means. He has chosen to play politics with his office, instead of focusing on what his legacies will be. And on occasions that demanded a strong leadership and the need to uphold the constitution he swore to protect, he failed to
live up to his pledge.
"The result is that the Jonathan presidency has been greatly diminished within and outside the country. Perhaps this is why he was left out when US President Barack Obama invited four African leaders to Camp David during the last G8 summit in the US to discuss food security in Africa. There is yet redemption for President Jonathan, if he is willing to learn his lessons and turn a new leaf, today!" the party said.


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Big earthquakes felt at Bardarbunga volcano in IcelandComments
More earthquakes and aftershocks at Iceland's largest volcano have kept up fears of an eruption.
Two tremors at Bardarbunga early on Wednesday morning were more than magnitude five while another quake shook a nearby volcano. The previous night saw the largest earthquake yet in the area, measuring 5.7.
The warning code for possible disruption to air travel was lowered on Sunday to orange from the highest level of red.


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Many organizations and individuals are upset with the FCC's reliance on Title II of the Communications Act to regulate the Internet and think it may be overturned.
Could history repeat itself in the ongoing debate over net neutrality? One legal expert thinks so.
Litigation over the FCC's vote to use Title II to regulate the Internet is inevitable, according to Michael Botein, professor of law, emeritus, at New York Law School. He believes the commission's latest ruling could be overturned, similar to what happened to the "crude form" of network neutrality it adopted in 2005. That decision was vacated by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in January 2014.
Botein told Government Technology that the commission created a much bigger target for critics by invoking Title II as a big part of its regulatory authority.
"Assuming that someone pulls the trigger, it seems likely that any litigation will be long, expensive and hard to settle," Botein said. "It also seems a bit strange that there was not more of an attempt to limit the impact of any Title II regulation at all, and thus minimize the fighting and collateral damages."
The FCC's decision last month to ensure an open Internet was praised by many who didn't want telecommunications companies creating fast lanes to prioritize the content seen by users. But critics have slammed the commission's move, calling use of Title II authority draconian. Title II is a part of the original Communications Act of 1934, which is used to regulate telephone service.
The Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF) called the FCC's decision "unhelpful," adding that it's also unwarranted and unnecessary. Doug Brake, telecommunications policy analyst for the ITIF, said the commission's vote to classify broadband as a Title II communication service will put "a dark cloud of uncertainty" over the Internet and the economy it generates.
Brake said he believes the move will make it harder to do pro-consumer network management, and applying it to mobile networks could be a "grave mistake."
"What we need here are not the 'strongest possible' rules, but flexible, balanced guidelines and ongoing oversight to allow good traffic differentiation and prevent practices that are anti-competitive or otherwise legitimately harm the open Internet," Brake said in a statement.
A number of lawmakers and other experts joined Brake in his criticism of the FCC's decision on net neutrality. William Pound, executive director of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), issued a press release calling the Title II adoption for Internet regulation "unfortunate and downright disappointing."
Republican members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Communications and Technology were harsher in their criticism. The group expects the FCC's ruling to "trigger a stampede to the courts," and years of lawsuits.
"A 3-to-2 party-line vote is not the policy consensus this issue deserves," the members said in a statement. "Consumers, investment in state-of-the-art networks, and job creation all stand to lose from [this] heavy-handed decision. And transparency has all but evaporated during this broken process. Once these rules finally emerge from the shadows, it will become clear that the FCC's action … does not end the debate."
Botein agreed that the debate could be far from over. He noted that people have continually referenced Title II regulation, but how it was applied in the past was "incredibly simplistic," to the point where if consumers paid the appropriate rate for services, they were entitled to receive that service as "good" as anyone else. There was no "fine print" as to how quickly the service had to be provided, the quality, or long list of details.
"Common carriage was explicitly seen as a means of promoting competition, and as long as vendors sold at roughly the same prices for the same quantities, they were in compliance with what we'd call Title II today," Botein said. "Surprisingly enough, this aspect didn't get much attention [from the FCC, and it] … may be particularly important if the commission does not enter into detailed regulation – but rather just broad, sweeping generalizations – as may be likely."
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A babysitter or nanny is somebody who gives care to youngsters when guardians and other relatives are inaccessible. They regularly work out of the homes of the youngsters in their consideration. Babysitter or nanny is in charge of the kids' essential consideration. They may likewise be in charge of cooking, cleaning, and driving the youngsters to different other tasks & activities.
In the case that you might want to be a caretaker, below you will get to see few guidelines on the most proficient method to compose a reliable babysitter or nanny resume, and additionally a babysitter or nanny resume model.
The Most Effective Method to Use Nanny Cover Letter Examples
Planning a resume and composing a cover letter starting with no outside help can be tedious and troublesome. The resume & cover letter sample guide you with the format of your report. Examples demonstrate to you what components you have to incorporate into your resume & cover letter.
Resume and cover letter models can likewise give you thoughts of the kind of dialect you need to utilize. For instance, an example resume may demonstrate to you the sort of activity words you ought to incorporate into your resume.
You can utilize an example as a beginning stage for your very own record. Whatever it may be, you need to dependably be adaptable. You can change any of the components of the example to meet your requirements. For instance, if a model resume comes up short on an aptitudes segment, however, you need to incorporate one, you ought to do as such.
Your resume should continuously accommodate your individual work history and the prerequisites of the activity for which you are applying.
Let Us Know The Ways To Write a Strong Nanny Resume and Cover Letter
While each resume ought to shift depending on your specific experience and the expected set of duties, there are a few things you ought to consider doing on any caretaker resume.
# Consider composing a resume profile or list. A resume profile or resume synopsis explanation is an excellent method to briefly show why you have fit the bill for the activity. In a couple of sentences, you can clarify your childcare style, and also what makes you emerge among different caretakers.
# Incorporate any relevant childcare experience: Any childcare experience merits putting on your resume, regardless of whether it was not mainly a caretaker work. Did you work in a preschool? Did you volunteer at a youngsters' occasion? List any experience that shows you have effectively dealt with kids before.
# Don't Forget to Incorporate certifications: Guardians and parents regularly search for caretakers with specific certifications. If you have any applicable affirmations – including CPR, First Aid, or even a legitimate driver's permit – specify these. Think about making a different "Certifications" area on your resume to list these.
# Consider including an "Abilities" area. An "Abilities" segment on a caretaker resume is a valuable place to say what makes you a one of a kind babysitter or nanny. List any abilities, interests, or pastimes that may be valuable at work. For instance, say on the off chance that you talk another dialect, play a specific melodic instrument, or have some other pastimes or aptitudes you could convey to a nannying work.
Babysitter or nanny Cover Letter Example - Text Version
Dear Mr. Smith,
If you don't mind, acknowledge my energetic application for the situation of summer babysitter or nanny for your two youngsters, Jilly and Jasmine. When I saw your notice on- Name of The job posting Website, I knew I was the ideal contender for the position.
I trust my experience working with grade school kids, my coaching foundation, and my insight into expressions and specialties would make me a fantastic babysitter or nanny for your little girls.
You state in your ad that your youngsters are in first and third grade. I have broad experience working with kids around these ages. As a camp instructor for two summers, I worked fundamentally with gatherings of seven-year-olds. I have a solid comprehension of the general capacities and interests of youngsters at this age. I likewise lead week after week expressions and artworks exercises for youngsters between the ages of five and twelve. I consequently comprehend what sorts of amusements and activities would be most proper for your kids.
You additionally clarify that you need a caretaker who will give some scholarly guidance to your youngsters.
As a guide for a long time, I have extensive experience with instructing data to more youthful understudies. I have mentored Spanish previously yet would love the chance to train your youngsters in any subject you want.
At last, I have a substantial enthusiasm for expressions and makes and would love to configuration artworks to make with John and Jasmine. As a volunteer at a childcare focus, the Vice President of my secondary school's specialties and artworks club, and a camp advisor, I have outlined more than thirty artworks and drove many exercises on the best way to make these specialties.
A large number of these exercises would be ideal for your kids and would give them invigorating diversion for quite a long time over the mid-year. My energy for working with kids, my mentoring background, and my affection for expressions and specialties would make me a brilliant caretaker for your two youngsters. I have encased my resume and will call inside the following week to check whether we may mastermind an opportunity to talk together. Finally, I always feel thankful for taking out a significant amount for your time and thought.
Your First Name, Last Name
Your Complete Address
Your Contact Details
Your Email Address
The cover letter presented above is only for your guidelines, you can always use it for your specific need and circumstances. Use the guidelines given above to write your cover letter and resume.


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As of July 1st, electronic signatures are now legal on all agreements of purchase and sale and agreements to lease.
There are already free apps for signing that lets anyone sign on the bottom line. So what's the problem? Anyone can sign anywhere, and that is an issue that the Ontario Government has been wrestling with for the past 10 years. The solution is cloud based software. A secure site limits access. It identifies the time in which the signature is affixed. That's critical on irrevocable dates on all agreements and you're IP address is also tracked for added security. Plus clients don't have to download an app they use only once. Professional agents dealing in half a million deals or more will go for the cloud based route. Part time agents will use the free app. While electronic signatures are convenient for everyone, people still need to protect themselves


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CRUCIAL evidence found at the scene of a Birmingham pensioner's brutal murder four years ago could eventually lead detectives to his killer, it emerged today.
Forensic experts who swabbed the home of 72-year-old Mohammed Amin found detailed fingerprint, footprint and DNA evidence, an inquest heard.
But police have failed to find any match for the unique set of data taken from the murder scene in Green Lane, Small Heath.
Mr Amin was bludgeoned to death with a dumb bell, but officers hunting his killer or killers have yet to find a motive for the attack.
Coroner Aidan Cotter told today's city inquest that Mr Amin was unlawfully killed by a person or persons unknown.
Police described Mr Amin as a Walter Mitty-type character and neighbours had been unable to shed more light onto the killing.
Det Sgt Russell Cotton said: "It is disappointing that we have got the DNA on this dumb bell and that it remains unidentified.
"We just hope that in the fullness of time as people do get swabbed and come on to the DNA data base we will get a hit and find the offender.
Semi precious stones, money and credit cards were left at the scene, leading police to rule out burglary as a motive.
Forensic experts took the finger and footprints of more than 50 people known to have visited the house in the hunt for the killer.
Among those police wanted to test were a number of known criminals.
At the time, detectives said the move would help to eliminate suspects from the inquiry.
Det Chief Insp Andy Hough also told how police were trying to trace relatives in Pakistan in order to clarify information that Mr Amin may have married shortly before his murder.
Mr Amin, aged 72, was found battered to death in the front room in March 2003.
He had been murdered nine days earlier in a 'chaotic and spontaneous' attack, sustaining severe facial and head injuries.
Initial thoughts that Mr Amin had been targeted after he was awarded compensation from a road crash were played down by police.
Police said they believed Mr Amin knew his attackers as there were no signs of a break-in and he was very security conscious.
Home office pathologist Dr Peter Acland said a full scale mureder investigation was launched which at its height had involved 60 police officers.
He revealed that a number of people had been arrested but later released because there was no evidence to connect them with the offence.
He said he was lying in his living room with his legs up on an arm chair, a jacket over his head and that there was a blood smeared dumb bell which had been broken into four pieces near his body.
The pathologist said Mr Amin had died as a result of head and facial injuries and that he had been struck by an object, similar to a rod of a bar bell, at least five times.
He said there was blood in other parts of the room and that Mr Amin may have been sitting in the armchair when the attack started before being moved on to the floor.
Dr Acland said there were no signs of any defensive injuries.
DS Cotton said Mr Amin was last seen on March 13 2003 at around 8pm when he was dropped off at his home address by his brother.


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Who will profit from stem cell research?
Related Articles
- STEP FOR STEM CELLS. Park, Alice // Time;8/16/2010, Vol. 176 Issue 7, p15
The article reports that a human trial of an embryonic stem cell treatment for spinal cord injury has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
- Should US fund embryonic-cell research? Belsie, Laurent // Christian Science Monitor;3/13/2001, Vol. 93 Issue 74, p2
Discusses controversy over the funding of embryonic stem cell research in the United States, as opponents claim it will violate the dignity of life and advocates hope it will cure diseases.
- Stem Cells, Life and the Law. Keiper, Adam; Levin, Yuval // Human Life Review;Summer2010, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p110
A court battle over embryonic stem-cell research that relate to articles that appeared in the June 2010 issue of "The Human Life Review" is presented.
- Bush's bind on stem-cell research. Schorr, Daniel // Christian Science Monitor;8/3/2001, Vol. 93 Issue 175, p11
Discusses the issue of whether stem-cell research in the United States should receive federal funding, and the decision which President George W. Bush must make regarding the issue, in light of his visit with Pope John Paul II.
- Time to lift embryo research ban. // Nature;11/12/1998, Vol. 396 Issue 6707, p97
Calls for a change in United States law regarding embryo research. Society's ability to regulate science; Advances in the culture of human embryonic stem cells; US ban on embryo research using federal funds; Lack of regulation for private sector; Geron, the company involved in embryo stem cell...
- US close to funding stem-cell work. Smaglik, Paul // Nature;12/9/1999, Vol. 402 Issue 6762, p566
Reports that the United States National Institute of Health could provide funding for research on human embryonic stem cells upon approval of guidelines. Distinction between derivation of cells from embryos and research on isolated cells; Use of stem cells taken from frozen in vitro...
- Balancing open source stem cell science with commercialization. Courtney, Aidan; De Sousa, Paul; George, Carol; Laurie, Graeme; Tait, Joyce // Nature Biotechnology;Feb2011, Vol. 29 Issue 2, p115
A letter exploring the issues surrounding open source stem cell science and research in Great Britain is presented. It reflects on how British regulations on stem cell science favor basic research but restrict commercial investment. It provides an overview of the British governance system for...
- Science and technology policy in brief. // Issues in Science & Technology;Fall2011, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p30
The article presents news briefs related to U.S. science & technology policy. District Judge Royce Lamberth gave decision in favor conducting research on human embryonic stem cells. The House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, Oceans and Insular Affairs examined the function...
- Corrections. // Nature;1/5/2012, Vol. 481 Issue 7379, p13
Corrections to the article "The long shot" is presented, such as one regarding the incorrect affiliation for Adam Burrows and another on the wrong statement that Irish government does not permit research on human embryonic stem cells.


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Cholesterol 101 – what are the different parts of cholesterol
Total cholesterol is the sum of all the different types of cholesterol in blood. The target level 4 or under for people who have previous diagnosis of heart disease or diabetes.
LDL cholesterol is the "bad" cholesterol. LDL is like a dump truck. It deposits cholesterol into the fatty plaques on the artery walls, narrowing the blood vessels. The target for LDL is 2 or less.
HDL cholesterol is the "good" cholesterol. It is like a grader, removing the cholesterol from the fatty plaques and widening the walls. The target for this is greater than 1.
Triglycerides:. If elevated this fat prevents HDL from doing its job. It is like traffic measures that prevent the good cholesterol getting to where it works. This value should be under 2. Elevated triglycerides occur with heavy alcohol intake and when people eat excessive refined carbohydrate.
Does saturated fat cause bad cholesterol and heart disease?
Over time the research on fats has varied on how saturated fat intake can be linked to heart disease risk. Heart disease like diabetes has multiple risk factors. Both prospective cohort studies and clinical trials suggest a relationship between high saturated fat and heart disease. This is why as a dietitian I recommend reducing saturated fat to less than 10% of energy. In a 2000kcal (8,400kJ) diet that represents reducing to 23g (5tsp) of saturated fat. This is a reduction from from around 35g (8tsp) for most people.
How to reduce saturated fat intake?
Enjoy a variety of nutritious foods every day including:
- some milk and milk products, mostly low and reduced fat
- some legumes*, nuts, seeds, fish and other seafood, eggs, poultry (eg, chicken) and/or red meat with the fat removed
Enjoy a variety of nutritious foods every day including:
- with unsaturated fats instead of saturated fats
- that are mostly 'whole' and less processed
8 dietary changes to reduce fat
- Choosing low fat or reduced fat milk and yogurts (Less than 2 g fat per 100g).
- Portion controlling cheese to 30g per serving.
- Having at least legume based meals per week.
- Trim, skim and skin meat and chicken, to reduce the total amount of fat from animal products.
- Portion control meat portions to no more than 150g per meal (raw weight)
- Use oil in cooking, not solid fats
- Use margarine instead of butter
- Limit the amount of processed foods you have. If you need snacks then have real food.
This advice has been around for years and it hasn't worked
We have 8 points for change, so whydo we still have a problem.Yes, we have been giving this advice for years but few people follow it. Why? There are a lot of myths and false news about saturated fats. Conspiracy theorists believe the research is funded by "big food or big pharmacy to maintain their market. These claims are amusing at best and offensive at worst.
What if you are wrong – the diet change trial.
If someone presents with raised cholesterol and is suspicious about my advice I set this challenge. Follow my advice for 3 months. At the end of it we check again and see the impact. If your cholesterol worsens despite following my advice, I will support them to try a different approach FREE OF CHARGE. Not many people try something different (I can think of two in my career). Most people can get a significant reduction in their bad cholesterol. With careful selection of the oils and some increase in physical activity, their good cholesterol increases
Saturated fat and diabetes
There is strong links between saturated fat intake and insulin resistance. Insulin resistance can be demonstrated by an increase in HBA1, when there has not been any weight change. Some people having a high saturated fat have a marked increase in HBA1c. Again in this case I will offer them a chance to manage their pre-diabetes or diabetes. If they don't get an improvement on my advice, I will help them find something that works for them FREE OF CHARGE.
So if you think you want to change your diet. Come and see me. Let's see if we can improve those numbers. Employers may benefit from supporting their staff to access my services. Improving diabetic control and heart disease risk pays off.


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The master in the art of living makes little distinction between his work and his play, his labor and his leisure, his mind and his body, his information and his recreation, his love and his religion. He hardly knows which is which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence at whatever he does.
— James Michener
Once a year ask the boss, "What do I or my people do that helps you to do your job?" and "What do I or my people do that hampers you?"
— Peter Drucker
The squeaky wheel doesn't always get greased; it often gets replaced.
— John Peers
If there's any single mistake that people make about holding on to their jobs, it's failure to communicate with the boss. I know the term "communication" is sometimes awkward, but I can't emphasize enough how important it is to let your boss know what you're doing.
— S. Eric Wachtel
If you want to move up in business, the first rule is not to be invisible. To be noticed by bosses, ask questions and offer constructive advice. Don't substitute talk for action. Don't be afraid to present your best abilities when the opportunity arrives. Don't be shy.
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Visit any Toys R Us store on Saturday, June 22 from Noon-3pm to take part in an Alex's Lemonade Stand event. Alex's Lemonade Stand is an organization that encourages kids and families to host a lemonade stand and donate the proceeds to cancer research.
At all Toys R Us events there is usually a small freebie for participating children such as a poster or sample pack, and there may be coupons for parents. Events only occur at regular Toys R Us locations, they do not occur at Express or Outlet stores.
*Some Toys R Us locations are better prepared for in-store events. There may be some delay in set up at some stores, or lack of knowledge of the products in others.