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Tower Stairs
Attention! The tower tickets are not available at the moment because of our construction work.
- 192 steps to reach the terrace – there you can enjoy the gorgeous view of Vienna!
- Tickets are available at the shop only (cannot be purchased online)
- Last entrance 30 minutes before closing time
- Entry into the zoo not included
- Visiting the Café Sharky on 4th floor possible
- Additionally to the staircase ticket you will receive a
20% discount on your consumption in Café Sharky on the 4th floor, also accessible via the outside staircase
Entry fees: children above the age of 4 and adults € 5,00/person
(plus € 10,00 deposit per ticket which you receive back when returning the ticket card).
Our roof terrace on the 9th floor offers a gorgeous view of Vienna
Since 02.04.2007 the roof terrace has been open for visitors but until 2011 it was accessible solely with the Zoo ticket as the inner staircase and the elevator was the only approach. Finally, the outer staircase was extended and the staircase ticket was born. If you prefer to visit only the terrace, you can purchase the ticket for a small fee and access it via the outside stairs. You don't have to worry about not conquering all 192 steps as there is Café Sharky on the 4th floor where you can take a break as long as you wish.
The incredibly wonderful view of the Vienna Ferris Wheel, the Stephansdom, the Opera, the Museum of Natural and Art History, the Karlskirche, the Donauturm and many other sights is well worth seeing! Besides, you can sit down on one of the numerous benches on the terrace, catch your breath and enjoy.
Telescopes and information devices are placed at the "ears" of the terrace for those who want to see and know more (in exchange for a small fee).


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Protect your valuables with our large inventory of high-quality safes! Come visit either of our locations, and we can show you what's available for commercial or residential use. Our selection offers many sizes to protect your items from theft and fire.
Need a heavy safe moved up or down your stairs? Need one opened because you lost the combination? We can help! Our technicians are trained to fulfill your security service needs. We even buy and sell used ones!
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William Coppedge and his wife Joanna met at Asbury University. They then studied together at Wesley Biblical Seminary before God called them to live and serve in northern Uganda for seven years.
Out of working alongside national church leaders in both Uganda and South Sudan, William came to realize the power of oral methodologies for communicating the gospel, whether in theological training, community development, or witnessing to one's neighbor.
William believes the legitimacy of harnessing oral strategies for communicating God's word throughout the world rests in God desiring to be known. The primary way God brings transformation in the human heart is through engagement in his Word, both in the person of Jesus Christ and his Scriptures. William's passion is to help others experience such engagement through whichever communication method necessary, so they can experience the transformation of knowing Jesus.
Ironically, William and Joanna have returned to the 'high literate' academy to further his own understanding of oral communication; he is currently pursuing doctoral studies at the University of Edinburgh. God has graciously grown their family, providing five children from whom he is also learning much about oral communication.


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fills his blog on
every day with his up-to-the-minute reactions to what's happening in the market and his legendary ahead-of-the-crowd ideas. This week he blogged on:
- backpedaling by the Fed; and
- QE3 tapering.
for information on
, where you can see all the blogs, including Jim Cramer's -- and reader comments -- in real time.
Lessons From an Averted Crisis
Posted at 12:09 p.m. EDT on Thursday, June 27
Was it all a dream? Or, more like it, a nightmare? A week ago today, this market was annihilated as a confluence of ugliness -- the
revising of growth, the collapse of the Chinese banks and the riots in Brazil. These weren't Portugal, or Greece or Cyprus. Huge markets, markets like the Philippines and Indonesia and Mexico, pretty much crashed as money came out of their bonds and stocks in torrents. These were very real threats to the bull market in stocks. They were a clarion call that turmoil globally led to buying cash -- not even bonds, specifically the 10-year.
But look what has happened since then. The Chinese, who seemed on the verge of causing a Lehman-like collapse in their banking system, switched direction, and, instead of choking off the bad-actor banks, actually flooded them with liquidity. Brazil? When a million people take to the streets, you might even expect a coup in what had been a stalwart growth democracy, albeit a corrupt one. Now the government is making noises about cleaning up its act and taxing the rich, and the riots have lessened in intensity. Southeast Asia has calmed down, and the Philippines just had its best two-day back-to-back rally ever.
Also see: Global Macro: Fed Primes Yields to Correct >>
But no change has been more modified than what the Federal Reserve did to backpedal furiously from its statements. We have in this country a history of the Fed not really caring about the consequences of its actions. If the Fed made a move, you lived with it, and the Fed just hung the economy out to dry.
However, within 24 hours and a world of hurt in the bond market and emerging markets, key players in the Federal Reserve, including presumably Ben Bernanke, let
The Wall Street Journal
The New York Times
The Washington Post
know that the Fed in no way meant to do anything drastic, nothing at all. It was all about watching and waiting to see if we got better data. Since then, we have had some good numbers and some bad numbers in keeping with Fed ambivalence, not Fed action.
Now, we may want to say that we are having one giant do-over in our markets. But that would be false. Interest rates have not come down. Mortgage rates have gone up by a third. We will soon see a dramatic decline in refinancings. The bond funds have produced hideous losses -- that is, if you sell them. The 10-year is not back under 2%, it's up at 2.5%.
Also see: Floating Rate Funds to Avoid Interest Rate Risk >>
And even within the stock market, we don't have the same stocks going higher. Sure, there's been a bit of recovery in the so-called bond-equivalent stocks that were being crushed by the increase in yields. But we are seeing a headlong rush into the cyclicals and into the regionals and into any technology. We can only imagine what could happen if we actually had an up day in China after seven straight down sessions.
So, while it may look like we averted a crisis, a crisis that did have people panicked last year, two things have happened. One, we saw what occurs if we really have the end of bond buying, and it is plenty ugly. You have to scale out of what has been hurt right into this rally: anything emerging markets, as well as stocks in the housing-related cohort, which will be slowed by the dramatic increase in mortgage rates and the higher-yielding stocks that will not be competitive with bonds as they go higher. And two, it's time to get more industrial, more cyclical, because those, not the bond-yield equivalents, are where the values are.
Crazy Like the Fed
Posted at 10:36 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, June 25
Did Ben Bernanke get it right again?
We all think that he handled the signals about QE3 tapering with a level of ham-handedness that was out of synch with his masterful ways. But how about if he saw a raft of better-than-expected news coming out -- news about home sales being strong, news about consumer confidence being high, news about home prices advancing rapidly, news about durable goods being better than expected -- and he knew he had to get ahead of all of these positives to avoid being run over by the market itself.
Now, we know that the bond market takes its cues from many people and many countries and not just
the Fed
. But we are having a day right now where rates are going slightly higher on this positive news and the stock market isn't being hammered. Maybe this is the way of the world: a lurch toward normalization in the face of data that is undeniably positive. (If you really want to dispute that, I am not going there. Sometimes good news is good news. ) The key to this market going higher is when good data don't drive the market down because it means the Fed is out of step with reality.
Also see: Why You Should Buy a House Now >>
This morning, when I interviewed Professor Robert Shiller about the Case-Shiller index, I asked about raising the fed funds rate and it wasn't like he blanched. Instead, he agreed that this is the kind of number that could warrant that type of action. So why buy bonds if that's the case? Why should the Fed play the role of the Dutch boy with the dike?
Now, we can't have a straight line back up. Bonds are getting hit too hard for that. And I imagine at some point, if the bonds stay this weak, we are not going to be able to ignore them and sellers will hit the tape. But it is nice to see, for a moment, that rates could go up and it didn't bring out a horde of selling. I think that's the market getting used to strong data, data that should take the 10-year to 3%, and it can't rally until we get a bond rally on strong news, which isn't too much to hope for after this selloff, believe me.


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He is known as the father of pan-Arab nationalism: Khair al-Din Hasib, Iraqi by birth but a citizen of 22 Arab countries. He was detained for two years in Iraq during Saddam Hussein's presidency.
Hasib links the future of Palestine to Iraq, saying if Iraqis eventually succeed in driving the US-led occupation out, the existing centres of power in the region may get reshaped.
Hasib was interviewed in Doha. Excerpts:
Aljazeera.net: What is your evaluation of political life in post-Saddam Iraq?
Khair al-Din Hasib: The political process is still operated by the US occupation. Paul Bremer (former US administrator of Iraq) created the Iraqi Governing Council (IGC), and most of its members were brought to Iraq with the occupation forces.
The IGC gave birth to a government similar to it in nature. Even the Iraqi National Council was created the same way – that is, a majority of its member are collaborators with the occupier.
We saw how it was boycotted by most Iraqi nationalist and Islamic movements. That means any decision that does not get the approval of the occupiers will not get the approval of the council.
But reports say many things are have improved in Iraq. So what is wrong with accepting the new status quo?
US officials are very proud to say they have established some schools in Iraq. But were there no schools in Iraq before the occupation? Iraq was honoured by UNESCO in 1981 for being the first developing country to eliminate illiteracy.
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If we are going to talk about this, let me make this point; in 1991 US-led forces bombed Iraq for 42 days.
The level of destruction suffered by the infrastructure was three times the destruction done in 2003.
Yet everything was back to normal in just months. Why are Iraqis still suffering from shortage of electricity and pure drinking water after 18 moths of occupation?
On 21 August, 2004 you addressed the 14th gathering of Pan-Arab National Youth and said the religious background of neocons in the US make them very interested in the security of Israel, which constitutes one of the main reasons for the decision to invade Iraq. Can you elaborate further?
Iraq's military and economic potential were among the main threats to the Zionist entity (Israel), especially after the failure of all attempts to incorporate it in the negotiations with Israel.
Saadun Hammadi: Iraq's chief
In 1975 the Iraqi ambassador to Paris hosted a secret meeting between Henry Kissinger and the then Iraqi Foreign Minister Saadun Hammadi. After some discussion Hammadi told Kissinger, "There is a deep problem between you and us (US and Iraq), which is the recognition of Israel. It is an unthinkable position for us."
I think that is why the US was keen not to only remove the Iraqi government from power, but to wipe out the Iraqi state and the Iraqi army, which fought all the Arab-Israeli wars (1948, 1967 and 1973) although Iraq has no borders with Israel.
The claim that oil was the motivation for the war on Iraq has been controversial. Do you think oil had anything to do with it?
The US is importing 55-60% of its oil needs, and the percentage is expected to reach 70% in 10 years. That means the US needs oil for its own use and as an economic card.
We should not forget that Europe does not follow the US as many think. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Europe is no longer in need of the US, and the US realises that.
In the eastern hemisphere we have China whose GDP (gross domestic product) is expected to overtake America's in the future.
Knowing that Europe and other big players are trying to book a place for themselves in tomorrow's world, the US is interested in disrupting oil flow to such huge competitive blocs.
I think it is vital for any power to control the world's most important resource – oil.
In the 20th century, Arab nationalists rallied around the idea of a pan-Arab state. Is that vision relevant today?
Obviously, the international scene has changed dramatically in the last 20 years.
The world is no longer comprised of two magnets as it was a few decades ago. It is heading towards massive strategic blocs – that is, European Union (EU) and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
I can say that individual states will not have a place in the future. Blocs of population less than 300 million people will not be accounted for, Arabs must realise that.
An anti-US demonstration in the
How do you evaluate the ongoing resistance operations against the US-led forces in Iraq?
Wherever, whenever there is occupation, there will be resistance.
Iraqi resistance is very well organised, and part of it was planned by Saddam Hussein's government long before the war on Iraq.
Iraqi resistance includes all Iraqi parties and reports show they have a high evel of coordination.
As a veteran politician and thinker, what would you like to tell the people of Iraq?
I would like to say to them that they should differentiate between a government and a national homeland, and would like to tell them my story.
The Saddam government imprisoned me for more than two years, during which I suffered a lot. But when I was released I went to Beirut and undertook a psychological journey to get rid of all bad memories and feelings towards my country.
I have thus succeeded in preventing my painful experiences from affecting my nationalist sentiments.


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Monday, July 13, 2009
Virtual Visit To Anthropologie
Images by Elena 777
Am I the only one who has never stepped into an Anthropologie store? I'm a little embarrassed to admit this, but it's true. Well, here's the next best thing.....a virtual visit to the Anthropologie outlet in Seattle. Seriously, I need to make it a goal to get to Seattle to see all of this BEAUTY and COLOR in person. :) I love Anthropologie's clothing and decorating line and would love to be a guest in a home decorated in their style, but my own home has more EARTH TONES, fewer patterns, and would be considered "modern rustic". What about yours?
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Never been to an Anthropologie? You need to remedy that ASAP!ReplyDelete
Lol. I'm planning on it now, Amy! :)ReplyDelete
Totally agree with Amy!! You must get to a store. I was just there last weekend. Although I can't afford most things, it gives me an inspiration boost.ReplyDelete
My first time was just a few months ago and definitely worth the trip! Our store in MN has a pretty good sale section too, so that's where I head to first thing!ReplyDelete
Neither have I, but I have a decent excuse. We just got the FIRST one in our state this passed April/May. Still haven't been yet, but we know how motherhood can certainly postpone a shopping trip. Ah, one can dream though...ReplyDelete
An Anthropologie just opened up close to where I live. I'm so excited! It will definitely be more inspirational to visit it than anything, though, since most of their items are priced beyond my budget.ReplyDelete
It's seriously a treasure trove of eye candy!
I didn't know about Anthro OUTLETS. Oh my. Is Seattle the only one? Hope you get to one soon, it's such a sweet escape.ReplyDelete
I guess I just used the word "outlet" to mean "store". Sorry about confusing you, Jess! ;)ReplyDelete
Perhaps worse, I live only two blocks from Anthropologie in Chicago and have only been once in two years. I must change that after looking at these beautiful pictures!ReplyDelete
Thanks, Dottie......you made me feel better. ;) It's easy to take things for granted when they're right next door!ReplyDelete
Anthropologie is a very dangerous store to be in. It is much safer to look at it from afar. Whenever I went into the Anthro store in Portland I really had to try to focus and make my way to the sale section all the way in the back. It was very difficult. I know what you are saying about the style. Even if I could afford their furniture I don't know if I could pull it off in my own home.ReplyDelete
I live in Australia and I have been to Anthropologie on many occasions!
It's one of the things I'm most looking forward to having access to when I move.
I still won't have one in Vancouver, so you need to get there now in my honour!
Amanda, how about we meet at the Seattle Anthro. (and buy nothing because of the prices. lol. ) and then go to lunch at Pikes' Place? Better yet, we'll have your friend Myla Kent join us! ;)ReplyDelete
Nice hearing from you, Rachel. :)
- AnonymousJuly 15, 2009 at 12:18 AM
:( I've never been into an Anthropologie store either!!! Gahh.. I'm so deprived. Hah. Seriously though, I could spend hours in a store that looks like that!! Inspiration overload.ReplyDelete
Depends on my current obsessions, I'm afraid... But I try to spend as little money as possible - so I'm almost glad we don't have Anthro in Norway. If we did, I'd be in trouble!ReplyDelete
hehe sounds like a plan, Vicki.ReplyDelete
Although, I can't not spend when I'm in there.
You don't have to buy the clothes..in fact, I have only bought housey things like tea towels, aprons and bathroom accessories.
Oh I love this! And if you don't believe how much I love this, you need to check this out:ReplyDelete
We are on the same page, yes? :)Melissa


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enough to wake you. As I potter round
the kitchen, making tea, the only sound
will be the kettle. I know it annoys
you to be woken – I'll put camomile
there by the bed. In case you're half-awake
and thirsty. I'll stand still just for the sake
of watching you asleep, in case you smile.
You look so young – I want to wake you, kiss
your forehead then your lips. I go away.
These are the thoughts far better had by day.
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Goldfish racing: America's next controversial drinking game
A new drinking game is swimming into sports bars: goldfish racing.
Bars in Seattle, Kentucky, The Hamptons and elsewhere have drafted ordinary orange goldfish to compete, spurred by drunk patrons and water guns.
At Tailgaters Sports Bar and Grill in Antioch, California, the first Tuesday of every month brings out at least a dozen contestants who compete on a college basketball style playoff bracket. Feeder goldfish are raced along a 10-foot track using straws or squirt guns to motivate the fish, in a tournament that spans anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes, explained owner William Lohr via email. Tailgaters' competitions are free to enter and the winner gets a $25 gift certificate. The goldfish are released in a private pond after the races.
Competitors range from about 21-30 years old, and can win hundreds of dollars, depending on the size of the weekly pot from the $5 draft fee incurred from each racing goldfish.
Goldfish racing, while evidently completely legal in the U.S., operates more or less underground (er, underwater), following the end of Seattle bar Harmon Tap Room's goldfish racing night. This was apparently due to emails and phone calls from PETA, which made enough waves for the establishment to cease the racing.
PETA is openly against goldfish racing as well as the giveaway of goldfish as a common carnival prize, saying on its website, "They deserve better than to be doled out as trinkets."
Though the origins of fish racing are mysterious, the rise of goldfish racing in the U.S. is traced back to the now-shuttered Gypsy Bar and Velvet Lounge in Portland, Oregon. In 2010, a chef reportedly saw goldfish racing online and brought a 9-foot track with runway lights into the bar, which also served cocktails in fishbowls.
In order to keep animal rights activists from shutting down their operations, many bars don't openly promote goldfish races, and several goldfish racing organizers and competitors refused to comment for this piece.
Isaac Price, manager of winter-themed bar Woodsky's in Seattle and bartender who works the Tuesday night goldfish races, doesn't believe that racing the fish is harmful. "The act of spraying water into water at a fish doesn't seem as if it harms the goldfish," he said. "The fact that most goldfish are sold as feeder fish and fed to bigger animals [means] I feel we are providing another venue for the fish to live a longer life."
At Woodsky's, anyone mistreating or "messing with the fish" is kicked out, and fish that grow too big for the track are retired from racing.
Price, who has never actually raced a goldfish himself, describes the tournaments as fun and exciting. "Everyone is rooting on the person they want to win and cheering for their favorite named fish," he said.
Mike Maguire, a 23-year-old Microsoft employee who lives in Capitol Hill, Seattle, competed in Woodsky's goldfish racing one night after hearing about it from a friend.
"It was strange form of entertainment," he said. "I did some research before so it wasn't so surprising." Maguire said he wouldn't go back, as regulars appeared much more skilled and knew the "tricks" to win the grand prize in the tournament style racing.
Goldfish racing isn't just for your basic bros. In June 2014, retired NBA champion Scottie Pippen won at his first round of goldfish racing at Two Keys Tavern in Kentucky, but couldn't keep up in the second round, reported TMZ.
Nothing can replace belting out "Don't Stop Believing" into a microphone at your local bar, but as interest rises in goldfish racing across the nation, don't be surprised if a few descendants of your childhood pets swim into your favorite bar.


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Yes, I have this stupid problem above both of my ears. Dr. Daniel Lee, of Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, confirmed this for me yesterday. Two holes – one on each side, and damage to the tegmen above both ears as well. It's a royal flush, baby. He then described a phenomenon that often occurs in patients with bilateral Superior Canal Dehiscence known as "unmasking," wherein one side, usually the worst, is repaired first, but then the other side that is also damaged will finally start showing itself in terms of its unique symptoms. It'll be like a coming out party for my left side. Yay! We'll have an unmasking party for my left ear! I'll send out an Evite. We'll do potluck.
The good news, if you want to consider it as such, is that he confirmed I've got this thing and Dr. Wiet's read on it is correct. But (there's always a complication), he feels that his endoscopy approach, which he pioneered, is the best surgical method given the location of my dehiscence, and this has forced me to consider going to Boston and rescheduling the whole ordeal. I've messed up before buying houses and cars, but I don't want to mess up brain surgery, you know? I've got to get this right, because in all likelihood I'll be doing it twice.


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Sustainability isn't just wind turbines and carbon emissions legislation. Design professionals can have a positive effect on the environment by taking the local climate into consideration when modeling their projects.
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Perianal/Perirectal or Pilonidal Abscess
What is a Perianal, Perirectal or Pilondial Abscess?
A perianal/perirectal or pilonidal abscess is a very painful infection that in many cases needs to be attended to by a surgeon immediately. Many times a person will think that they have hemorrhoids and treat themselves with over the counter medication. It is not until they find that this medication is not helping the pain or shrinking the hemorrhoids that they consult a doctor.
Pilonidal cyst, pilonidal abscess, pilonidal sinus or sacrococcygeal fistula
How The Pilonidal Abscess Starts
Abscesses can start with a simple ingrown hair follicle that becomes infected. Apparently these are more common in young men than in women but anyone at any age can get these.
Symptoms of Pilonidal Abscess
- Very painful to have a bowl movement
- Painful to sit
- Constant throbbing
- May be accompanied by fever
- Feels as if you have a pimple or a bump within the mid-line of the buttock cleft
Diagnosis for a Pilonidal Abscess
A doctor or surgeon upon examination will be able to tell if there is a perirectal, perianal or pilonidal abscess present.
Treatment for a Perianal, Perirectal or Pilonidal Abscess
If this is caught right away it can be treated with antibiotics, but in most cases people do not realize what it is.
If not caught right away and the abscess gets large, a local anesthetic will be administered before the abscess is surgically opened and drained. It will then be packed with gauze and an antibiotic solution. No stitches can be used, as this type of a wound has to heal from the inside out. More than likely bleeding will continue while the wound is healing. Bleeding in this case is a good thing as if there is any infection left from the abscess it will come out with the blood. Sitz baths are required before the packing is changed daily. In some cases the patient will need to be on an antibiotic and most definitely a pain medication.
Healing Time
Depending on how deep the abscess is and how deep the surgeon has to cut to drain the abscess will depend on the recovery time of the patient. It can be anywhere from two to four weeks or in some cases up to eight weeks.
Long Term
This type of an abscess can return. Surgeons cannot always get to the root of the hair follicle and sometimes this abscess will return. After having one though the patient will be aware of what it feels like and hopefully catch it early enough so that a second surgery is not required.
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The doctor told me had a pilonidal cyst about 2 months ago. All I can say is, JEEZ! I have never experienced such pain and discomfort in my life! And I've broken my arm!
So, consigned to sitting on my chair all day, I was glad when I found http://www.pilonidalcystadvice.com
Saved me hours of research.
I just pray that it never comes back!
Oh Susan,
I have such horrible first-hand memories. I have had a pilonidal cyst that started about 20 years ago at the base of my spine (without getting too descriptive). I had surgery on it once and couldn't work for a whole month. Every once in a while, it recurs. I don't think its the same cyst but another that recurs. All I have to say is DAMN INGROWN HAIRS!
Hi, Susan,
My son never had a reoccurrence, thank the Lord!
Gosh. Perianal, perirectal and pilonidal abscesses sure don't sound like a fun time at all. But people should be grateful you are helping make know how to treat them with the various treatments! Useful and up. Keep it up.
My oldest son also had this. The poor guy was in misery.
Before that, I'd never heard of it.
Excellent and informative Hub!
Wow... I have never heard of something like this. It is crazy to think about all of the things that can happen to our bodies, especially if we do not treat them correctly. I just keep thinking... owe owe owe owe... I could not imagine going through something like this!! I hope your son feels better soon :-)
Hi Susan! Ouch!!! This sounds like a boil...is it similar? Oh the pain, how old is your son? I hope he heals quickly!
Susan - I have heard of this before! It can be extremely painful and debilitating. I know someone who had one and the poor guy couldn't hardly move! This is an excellent informational hub!


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Here's a partial list of this week's escapades:
- Paddling with whales. Yep, that's right. We got into whales via kayak (Greg and Anne) and paddleboard (you know who). It took a while to paddle the mile or so offshore but we did and found what looked like a mama, her escort and a calf. I may have frightened them away with my noisy delight.
- A farwell to kids. The Hays offspring flew back to their winter wonderland on Sunday. The remaining adults took naps. Long naps.
- Meal upon delicious meal. We discovered the best way to eat well: travel with Anne Hays. That woman can cook! I've already discussed the coolers that accompanied her and Adam on Alaska Air as "checked bags," right? The day after their arrival we were feasting on ribs. Subsequent days brought roasts followed by leg of lamb, followed by salmon, halibut ceviche, ribeye steaks, salmon patties, halibut hash ... there were many days of deliciousness.
- Tripping. Rob, Anne and myself day-tripped over to Lanai for a visit with their buddy who splits his time between Hawaii and Nome. He treated us to a jeep tour of the island that finished with a couple hours spent at his Hulopoe Beach camp (complete with hammock and outrigger canoe). Can we say "wonderful?" We're thinking a few days of beach camping may be in order next winter.
- The birds and the turtles. Ocean conditions and opportunity finally aligned closely enough at Kapalua Bay to allow for snorkeling whereupon which we observed Hawaii's own version of "the birds and the bees" lesson when a pair of turtles started getting it on at the shoreline. The shoreline that was peopled (kidded?) with children. Some stood and stared. Some put on masks and snorkels for up close and personal views. Horrified others hurried their families away. We sat and marveled at the whole display. While the turtle tupping was interesting, it was the family with 7 kids under the age of 11 that really got our attention. How do they do that?
- Downton Abbey, Maui-style. On the Hays' last full day on-island we journeyed to the place of privilege that lies far, far away. A place where manses gleam in the sun with nary a speck of red dirt tarnishing their white-washed walls. A place where bikinis sparkle and poolside cocktails are considered a bargain at $14.50 (commemorative tiki cup only $22) ... Wailea.
- Whales, wonderful whales. It's marvelously entertaining and thrilling to watch the array of whale behavior visible from our little hale. The downside? it takes twice as long to get a chore done or blog post written because I get so sidetracked by the splashing, flashing, breaching and breathing.
- Again, paddling .... blah, blah, blah. I'm on the board as much as possible. I love it. I don't know what I'm going to do when we return to the mainland.


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The deadline to file taxes is just a few days away. While some people do it early, others choose to wait right up until April 15.
If you fall into this category, Zolman Law has a few tips to make things less stressful.
Be prepared
It's very important to have all of your forms in one place when filing your taxes.
Besides having W-2s from your workplace or 1099s for independent contractors, other tax statements that will come in handy are additional income from investments, real estate as well as contributions to your retirement savings.
While there are many more items than can be put into this mix, having these statements can make the process go a lot smoother as the deadline approaches.
Don't be in a rush
You waited until April to get your taxes filed, so don't rush things, you still have time.
One of the best things that you can do is take the time to review last year's tax return to see if you did similar deductions.
This can help make sure you don't overlook anything tax saving deductions and credits.
Health Insurance
Under the Affordable Healthcare Act, everyone is required by law to have health insurance.
Make sure to have the proper documents to prove you're insured whether you file your tax return on your own or get help from a tax professional.
While the tax penalty has been small since it was first implemented, it has been gradually growing every year.
Last but not least; Do you file an extension?
This is something millions of Americans do every year. Some may think its because of procrastination, but for a lot of people, it's about needing more time to prepare for their tax return.
Whatever the reason, you need complete Form 4868 http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4868.pdf
But remember doing this doesn't mean filing an extension is putting off time to pay if you owe, it's just extending the time to file.


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Mucker Q&A – Angelena Colon, Team Like Butter On Pancakes, MuckFest MS Chicago
We're super excited to talk with MuckFest® MS Chicago participant, Angelena Colon of Antioch, Illinois. As a MuckFest MS Indianapolis alum, she has great insight for our first-time Chicagoland muckers!
MuckFest MS: Why did you initially decide to register for MuckFest MS?
Angelena: I love running on forest trails that wind up and down every which way. When I stumbled across the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's new MuckFest MS event, I knew it was the perfect opportunity to merge my love for running and support research for those living with MS. Being diagnosed with MS can be challenging at times, but embracing the idea of making others aware is inspiring. I want to educate others and advocate for those dealing with MS and MuckFest MS is one way to do it.
MuckFest MS: What is your mindset going into your second MuckFest MS adventure?
Angelena: I conquer the obstacles and mud the same way I am conquering MS, one step at a time. Each obstacle brings on a different challenge, but all are possible to overcome and move forward from. MS can be messy just like the mud pits, and underneath it all, I am still the same person I have always been. I'm motivated to see a difference in life for everyone living with MS by inspiring people to live their lives to the fullest every single day. It is truly inspirational to see so many people come together to support the research efforts of the National MS Society. Last year, the entire day was filled with gratitude and support, both from people I knew to complete strangers that cheered me on through every obstacle. I left the event knowing that I wanted to come back again because my heart was touched by the efforts of everyone involved, and I was inspired to make a difference through more awareness.
MuckFest MS: What 3 words would you use to describe MuckFest MS?
Angelena: Muddy. Comical. Support.
MuckFest MS: For what part of the event are you most excited?
Angelena: I'm excited for the event in its entirety! The whole day at last year's race in Indianapolis was filled with memorable moments. The excitement before the race, running through the mud pits, laughing as we conquered the obstacles, donating our mud drenched shoes, watching my nephew play in the Lil' Muckers pit, chowing down on some delicious food after the race, picking up our race swag with MuckFest gear, and seeing all the people there to support the cause was truly amazing.
MuckFest MS: If you had once piece of advice for a first-time mucker, what would it be?
Angelena: MuckFest MS is an awesome opportunity to get dirty and have fun raising awareness for a disease that can be messy at times. The support of others brings strength and emotional support to those living with the disease. Come ready to get dirty and have fun!
We'll see Angelena and team Like Butter on Pancakes at MuckFest MS Chicago on August 23rd in Lockport! You can still register at http://www.MuckFestMS.com.


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CHARLOTTE, N.C., December 7, 2016 – On most Wednesdays, Myth Trivia represents a whimsical effort to shed the cares of the day for interesting bits of information. Since today is Pearl Harbor Day, "A date that will live in infamy," it seemed appropriate to remember those who sacrificed their lives by offering a few historical items you might not know.
1 – "Meatballs" from the sky: Only an American could find a bit of humor in the horrors that took place in 110 minutes at Pearl Harbor. US servicemen called the Japanese planes "meatballs" because of the huge red rising sun that was painted on them.
To Americans the rising sun looked like an oversized "meatball" from a distance.
2 – Bands of brothers: Perhaps you recall the story of the five Sullivan brothers who joined the Navy after Pearl Harbor. Assigned to the USS Juneau near Guadalcanal, the ship was struck by a torpedo in 1942 and all five brothers perished in the incident.
At Pearl Harbor, records show that 37 pairs of brothers were aboard the USS Arizona during the Japanese attacks. Of the 74 siblings, 63 were killed and only one full set of brothers survived.
The Greatest Generation: Meeting the challenge of World War II
3 – Rise like the Phoenix: All but two of the eight battleships that were targeted during the two-wave Japanese assault were eventually repaired and returned to action. Both the USS California and the USS West Virginia went to the bottom of the harbor, but the Navy raised them and reused them.
Bullet holes and damage from the attacks can still be seen at several of the military installations on Oahu, including Schofield Barrack, Wheeler Army Airfield and Hickam Army Air Field.
It was decided that rather than repair or cover up the holes, they should remain as they are as a permanent reminder of the lives lost that day and to provide motivation for our military to remain strong.
4 – There's no fuel like an old fuel: Believe it or not, the USS Arizona still leaks up to 9 quarts of oil into the harbor each day. The ship had taken on a full load of fuel, amounting to nearly 1.5 million gallons, the day before the attacks. Much of the fuel ignited during the fighting which aided in the explosion and fires that destroyed the ship.
Despite that, the History Channel reports that approximately 9 quarts of oil still leak into the harbor every day. When some visitors learn of the story, many have said that "it's as if the ship was bleeding."
5 – Yankee pride, American patriotism: In October, 2013 when the government shut down for more than two weeks, there was no one around to take care of the Pearl Harbor Memorial site. No one that is except a group of servicemen and their families who refused to let the site become abandoned because of politics.
In a spontaneous serendipitous effort, the families raked, weeded and mowed the grass to keep it pristine. Their message to all veterans was, "We haven't forgotten about you. We will not forget about you."
Reflections on the bombing of Pearl Harbor: Japan's move to imperialism
6 – Attack veterans can be laid to rest at Pearl Harbor: Much like her sister memorial at Omaha Beach in Normandy, the survivors of the attacks at Pearl Harbor have the option to be laid to rest with their lost comrades in arms. Crew members who served aboard the USS Arizona may choose to have their ashes deposited beneath one of the sunken gun turrets.
Roughly 30 of the approximate Arizona survivors chose to be honored in this manner. Today, less than a dozen of the 355 survivors are still alive.
Other servicemen who survived may have their ashes scattered wherever their ship was located during the attack.
At Normandy, a similar option was granted to be interred at Omaha Beach or shipped back to the U.S. At the American Cemetery on Omaha Beach, all the white marble crosses and Stars of David face in the same direction…toward home.
7 – Identifying those that that died: Advancements in DNA science is allowing forensic scientists to identify soldiers layed to rest in graves of the Unknown, bringing closure to the families that lost so much on that day. Interestingly it is the oil that came out of those ships that encased the remains and has helped to retain the DNA allowing our war heroes to return home.
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Bob Taylor has been traveling the world for more than 30 years as a writer and award winning television producer focusing on international events, people and cultures around the globe.
Taylor is founder of The Magellan Travel Club (www.MagellanTravelClub.com)
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Jose Mourinho shrugged off the prospect of a hostile reception at Anfield as he insisted Chelsea would follow their Carling Cup blueprint to reach the Champions League final.
Mourinho was barracked by hundreds of Liverpool fans during last night's goalless draw at Stamford Bridge in the semi-final first-leg tie.
This followed his unwise gesture in placing his finger to his lips after Chelsea scored against Liverpool in their Carling Cup final triumph in Cardiff.
The Chelsea boss later apologised for his actions, insisting that he meant to direct his gesture at the media rather than the Liverpool fans.
And he insisted the Kop would be better off encouraging their team at Anfield next Tuesday, rather than barracking him.
"I think they have to concentrate on supporting their team to reach the final. What they do to me doesn't interfere in the game," he declared. "They can shout and say this or that but I'll just sit there and do my job. They should concentrate on helping their team - as their team will need that support.
"With a good referee, who doesn't feel the pressure, it's enjoyable to play in fantastic places like Anfield."
Even though Liverpool held Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, Mourinho remains supremely confident that the Blues will reach the final, just as they did in the Carling Cup.
"In the Carling Cup semi-final, we drew 0-0 at home to Manchester United but didn't panic and beat them away from home," he insisted.
"Last season, when I was at Porto, it was 0-0 in the semi-final at home to Deportivo and we beat them in La Coruna. It's 0-0 here so I trust we can do it again."
Xabi Alonso is ruled out through suspension after picking up his third booking of the competition and, while Dietmar Hamann may return from injury, the Spanish playmaker will be missed.
He was certainly influential at Stamford Bridge, with Liverpool holding their own in a match which only sporadically came to life.
Chelsea had the best chance, with Frank Lampard blazing a half-volley over the bar from close-range after Joe Cole had flicked on William Gallas' cross.
However, they were still indebted to keeper Petr Cech for two excellent saves, firstly to block an effort by John Arne Riise and then to acrobatically tip a header from Milan Baros around the post.
There was patently little excitement in the second half, with Jamie Carragher inspiring a resolute Liverpool defence, and it was left to Mourinho to indulge in mind-games after the final whistle.
"I feel there's more pressure for them and less pressure for us. I think 99.9% of Liverpool people and fans think they are in the final - but they're not," he declared.
"It's like an FA Cup game, where you play one leg away from home, but I like that situation very much as I think we can score goals and get a result.
"It will be a completely different game for them at Anfield. It's one thing to play for a zero-zero and it's another thing to play for a victory. I'm very confident that we're going to the final."
Reds boss Rafael Benitez refused to be drawn into such bold predictions, preferring to place himself among the cautious minority.
"I have a lot of confidence but we need to play a good game as we know they are a good team and we must be careful," he stressed.
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard nevertheless said: "Ideally we would have liked to nick a goal but hopefully our fans will lift the roof off in the second leg."


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As we wait for Chief Keef to release his anticipated Bang 3 album, the Glo Gang general decides to hold fans over with another track today titled âNigga Watâ, featuring Trigga Black and production from Chris Surreal & TomTom.
The song follows up his latest release "No" which dropped last week. In typical Sosa form, there's no word yet as for where this song may end up on, if any project at all.
We'll keep you posted on all upcoming Keef projects, including Back From The Dead 2 mixtape, Bang 4 EP and the sophomore album Bang 3.
You feelinâ this new Sosa?
Quotable Lyrics:
Nigga wat nigga wat smokin' big ass blunts
Of that toot it like a hookah with my big ass gun
I'm a shoot at your medulla if your each for something
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The contractor that cleared a Scottish trunk road bottleneck after 30 years has won an award from the Northern Ireland construction industry.
McLaughlin & Harvey landed won the CEF Construction Excellence GB and Republic of Ireland Award for its work on the A82 Pulpit Rock realignment on Loch Lomondside.
The new GB and Republic of Ireland category was introduced this year to acknowledge projects undertaken outside Northern Ireland and recognised the many challenges faced by the site team during construction of a six-span, 175-metre long viaduct (right) along the shore of Loch Lomond.
Works also involved the stabilisation of rock, which was cut to widen the road over a length of 400m, and led to the removal of a bottleneck that had been under traffic light control for more than three decades.
The Belfast-based company was also a finalist in last month's Scotland's Best Employer Awards 2015 organised by Business Insider magazine.
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Women are at the heart of Islam. In fact, in the 7th Century Islam was introduced to the peoples of Arabia, the first Muslim was a woman. Women's Studies, therefore, is an important focus for MECCA Institute– both at our online school and think tank.
Are you a woman interested in studying Islam at a welcoming educational space? Or maybe you're a woman that can teach at our school? Or perhaps you can help us finance our efforts through a donation. If nothing else, we are confident you can help us by spreading the word. Share this with your family, friends, and colleagues.
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When you want a premium valet parking service that's in a league of its own, Premier Parking Gatwick has it covered.
Based just 3.6 miles from the airport in Horley, this 24/7 family business is focused on keeping you calm and composed as you travel.
Since it's meet and greet, it's stress-free. A valet meets you at the airport terminal to pick up your car, you grab your bags and head for the check-in. When you return, they'll arrange to meet you right outside arrivals and you're on your way home in a jiffy.
In the meantime, your vehicle will be safe and sound in a flood-lit Park Mark approved facility with 24 hour CCTV and a staff member on duty at all times. So you won't be vexed by vehicle vandalism worries while you're away.
Premier Parking Gatwick is a top-tier service — they named it well.
No transfers are needed, Gatwick Premier Parking - Meet and Greet will be an excellent alternative for disabled customers who would find it difficult to use transfer buses. Your car is collected from the terminal when you leave, and brought back to you at the terminal on return.
Standard valet - £15
•Full exterior is washed
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•Tyres are cleaned and tyre slick applied
• 4x4's, large estates & MPVs - £20
Executive valet - £30
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On the day of your departure, just give PPG a call on the number provided when your about 25 minutes away from your selected terminal.
One of our trained fully insured drivers will be waiting for you at the designated car park.
We will help you unload any bags and cases if needed.
We will run through a quick check of your vehicle, looking for any damage before asking you to sign our inspection form. Once this is complete you are able to hand over your keys and we will point you in the direction of your departure lounge wishing you a safe onward journey.
Once you have cleared customs and collected your luggage, give us a call on the number provided. One of our uniformed drivers will be ready and waiting with your vehicle at the designated meeting point.
If needed we will help you load your luggage, once you are satisfied that everything is in order with your vehicle, your keys will be handed back to you hoping you have had a pleasant experience from Premier Parking Gatwick.
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IMPORTANT most SAT NAVS take you to the Long Stay Car Park which is incorrect. You need to follow the signs to the North Terminal, Short Stay Car Park.
On the day of your departure, just give PPG a call 07956 519 561when your about 25 minutes away from your selected terminal.
On the day of your departure, just give PPG a call 07956 519 561when your about 25 minutes away from your selected terminal.
Gatwick is 28 miles (45km) south of London, linked directly to the M23 at Junction 9 and to the A23 London-Brighton road. The M25 is a ten-minute drive away (Junction 7), providing connections to the national road and motorway network.
Directions - South Terminal
As you drive towards the South Terminal, stay in the right hand lane and bear right following the signs for the Short Stay Car Park. Take a ticket at the barrier and go to the ground floor of Orange Car Park 3. Park in any free parking bay. Here you will be met by your chauffeur. (If you are using a SAT NAV device, the Postcode for South Terminal is: RH6 0NP)
Directions - North Terminal
On entering the terminal area, keep in the left-hand lane and head towards the Short-Stay Car Park. At the barrier, take a ticket and go to:
Car Park 6, Level 5. Park in any parking bay that is free near the LIFTS where you will be met by one of our representatives.
(If using SAT NAV, the Postcode for North Terminal is: RH6 0PJ)
IMPORTANT most SAT NAVS take you to the Long Stay Car Park which is incorrect. You need to follow the signs to the North Terminal, Short Stay Car Park.
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"Power Up: Living in the Spirit!" That's the 2015 Summer Camp theme at our four conference-owned, high-energy Camp and Retreat Centers, as they power up their virtual engines and launch an exciting new, fun-filled season. For roughly six weeks children and youth of all ages will elevate their bodies, minds, spirits and talents through an amazing range of uplifting activities–from swinging on ropes through trees, to scaling rock-climbing walls, to raising their voices in song and their hearts in prayer during daily devotions.
But they'll be doing so much more: swimming, canoeing, archery, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, sports and games (including the always rambunctious game Gaga), science and crafts, learning and performing music, creating visual arts, and enjoying scenic nature trips. There will be a muddy obstacle course and crawling critters, a zoo trip and a safari, fish and fowl, plenty of green earth, blue water and fresh air–the very best of God's unparalleled creation. Well, maybe just one thing better: some of the nicest human beings God ever made. Camp counselors, staff and volunteers will make sure all the fun and fellowship is safe, nurturing and memorable
There will also be some contextual camps that allow children and youth to explore diverse cultures, experiences and relationships. Camp Innabah will again offer the adventurous "Around the World in 7 Days." Gretna Glen will host the always popular Latino Camp, but also a Native American Adventure Camp, and a first-time Diversity and Leadership Camp.
In fact, there's plenty of leadership development happening at our summer camps. Gretna Glen has a Camper in Leadership Training program for teens who want to become camp counselors someday. Carson-Simpson Farm has the Cornerstone Youth Leadership Disciple Program for teens and PEACE Ministries (Partners Equipping All Children for Eternity) for inner city children. And Pocono Plateau offers team building experiences to teach that valuable skill to youth.
Innabah, meanwhile, continues to excel in offering invaluable summer camp experiences to groups with special needs. Camp of Dreams welcomes persons with high-functioning autism and Asperger's syndrome. And the remarkable, seven-level menu of Challenge Camps–now in their 49th year–are designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities. In addition, Gretna Glen hosts the Muscular Dystrophy Association Camp and the always exciting and heartwarming Camp Can Do for children battling cancer.
What's in a name? Check out the daring titles of some of our camps. The Eco-Explorers Camp teaches children at Pocono Plateau how to preserve God's ecosystems and protect their natural environment.
Then there are Trailblazers, Pioneers, Challengers, Junior High Extreme, Experiments and Explosions, and Wilderness Adventure camps. But there's also the irresistibly named Totally Awesome Random Fun Camp that is….well, just totally awesome.
Summer camp is not just a daytime activity. Innabah, Pocono Plateau and Gretna Glen all have after-hours or night owl camps–no early bedtimes allowed. And it's not just for children alone. We offer several family camps and camps for children coupled with their parents, grandparents and other family and friends.
So much fun-loving and friend-making, learning and laughing, discovery and dreaming happens from week to week at the Eastern PA Conference's summer camps, that the children and youth who come there leave indelibly changed by the total experience. Indeed, they make each of these incredibly beautiful and blessed oases what they are and rightly claim to be: "God's place apart, transforming lives."
By John W. Coleman, Eastern PA Conference Communications Director


text: Fabrication, textile integration and post-weaving characterization of a robust platform for monolithically integrated, low-power gas and temperature sensing are presented. The platform, consisting of an interdigitated planar capacitor for gas sensing and a resistive temperature sensor, is fabricated on a 50 mu m thick flexible Kapton E (R) film using a simple roll-to-roll compatible process, and particularly targets disposable textile products, such as smart air filters, and medical garments. In order to demonstrate the versatility of the platform, the sensors are functionalized for humidity sensing by spray-coating of a 10 mu m thick Cellulose Acetate Butyrate (CAB) polymer layer. In commercial machine weaving processes, any functional device undergo significant mechanical deformation, mostly due to high bending, and shear forces associated with the process. Bending radii in textiles can be as small as 165 mu m during weaving, corresponding to a strain of about 15%. This imposes stringent mechanical requirements on the textile integrated sensors. Furthermore, the sensors integrated in textiles are exposed to harsh physical and chemical environments during operation. To avoid device failure, the sensor active area is fully encapsulated for protection during singulation, weaving, and operation, and is demonstrated to retain full functionality after weaving and repeated strain and stress tests. Despite the simple sensor structure, rapid and accurate sensor response is demonstrated in differential sensing mode. (c) 2012 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.


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They are using the platitude, "By doing this, the ignorant nativist protectionists will wreak havoc with the economy and diminish our ability to fight terrorism and Iran."
It will quite possibly have an effect on our economy, but it will be transient; we do not need any Muslim country in order to do the right thing when it comes to terrorism and Iran - we need only be free to fight a war like warriors, instead of P.C. sissies.
Anything - a blip in the economy or whatever adaptation to change as a result of (finally) recognizing the reality of our situation - is better than living under the dead hand of Islam.
Yet it is we, who have bothered to take the time to learn about Islam, who are being attacked by the people we used to consider our protectors and spokesmen - people like Rush Limbaugh, Bill O'Reilly, Tony Snow, Michael Medved, Walid Phares, Mark Ginsberg, and the many self-appointed "capitalists" on shows on Fox and elsewhere.
We, the people who recognize that the goal of Islam is to establish the Kingdom of Allah on the earth by whatever means necessary, up to and including murder and mayhem if da'wa, taqiyya and kitman don't quite do the job, are being called, in effect, the enemy of the United States.
This is just the beginning of the PC effort to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in the matter of the DPW matter. The campaign will continue, with unremitting effort. The drumbeat will grow louder, and eventually, whatever deals have been made in the smoke-filled back rooms of the White House will pacify even the 80% of the Dubai population that regards us as the enemy. It will even cause the "royal" family (i.e. the government) to lay low until the arm twisting, threatening, and bribery have turned things around. They are, apparently, outraged (of course) at this turn of events.
Why is it that Bush stubbornly refuses to see the problem? Well, like Rush et al., he has been infested with P.C., the most effective tool designed by our postmodernist enemy to date, and the means by which we have been made vulnerable to the greatest threat to civilization ever.
Bush, unlike the lesser folk like Rush, Tony, etc., also has another agenda, and that is the "New World Order" he learned from his father, who often spoke publicly of it. If you want to see how our educational system has been steadily eroding the idea of national sovereignty among our children, take a look at this, and be prepared to be horrified.
It explains not only his lack of concern about the danger of having any aspect of control over our ports in the hands of any foreign power, it also explains his lack of concern about border security. Only a globalist proponent of "One World," where the sovereignty of nations, including our own, is reduced in importance and power to that of our individual states, could possibly act in this manner.
There is another influence operating in Bush, and that is his inability to acknowledge that another monotheistic religion could possibly be evil. Islam is very much like Judaism and Christianity because they all believe in one God, right? Of course, he also has the "advantage" of the advice of people like Grover Norquist, rumored to have converted to Islam when he married a Muslima.
We have seen our distinctive institutions like the Supreme Court being eroded; our Constitution is in tatters; even our military uniforms have been altered to resemble those of other nations on the globalist warpath. We have seen our borders disappear, and our ports being prepared for invasion by an enemy that Bush is afraid, unwilling, or too ignorant to name.
But WE know: The enemy is Islam.
There are a very few things we can do to hold back the tide while we gird our loins to fight this thing.
First, we keep on bloggin'; the Blogosphere is the only place left where ideas can be freely exchanged.
Second, begin a very serious program of educating our children about WHY Islam is evil, and WHY we are good. The only way to do an end-run around the globalist efforst of the nihilist postmodernists running the government-controlled school system is parents. If you must have your children in a PC school, be it government or private, then teach them at home. If you possibly can, homeschool them. You may be guaranteed that without your input, they will fall victim to the current campaign to dismember the United States and everything we stand for.
Third, become as vocal and visible as you dare; bumper stickers, buttons, and, how about an adaptation of Dag's idea, wear blue ribbons (instead of scarves)? We need to know how many of us there are; it will give courage to others to "come out of the closet." With 70% of Americans disapproving the notion of the port sell-out, there are a lot of us. And go to meetings such as the one being hosted by People's Truth Forum (for more information, go to firstname.lastname@example.com). As of now, it's scheduled for April 29, in the general vicinity of D.C.
Fourth, we have some time before the next elections; we must begin a vigorous program to find and recruit candidates for office who "get it," and then make sure they win.
Fifth, in the meantime, support existing politicians who want to protect our borders and ports - and frankly, that includes people like Schumer. It doesn't matter what their motives are, at least for the moment. We are experiencing a virtual emergency.
A song in Camelot, referring to the lofty ideals held in that fairy-tale like place, had words that I find poignantly significant, given our situation: ". . .a brief, shining moment. . ."
We can fight this thing and make sure that the epitaph of the history of the United States is not ". . .a brief, shining moment. . ."


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When Florida's "stand your ground" law was passed in 2005, National Rifle Association executive vice president Wayne LaPierre said Florida was the "first step of a multistate strategy" in which the NRA was engaged as a member of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) to take advantage of conservative movements in state legislatures in the South and Midwest. Not by coincidence, the policy, now receiving new scrutiny in the aftermath of the senseless shooting death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, currently exists in some form in 30 other states.
Each of these "stand your ground" laws shares a common DNA and common origin. Each is based on expanding a right to self-defense that shifts the burden of proof as to whether use of force was justified, even if danger was not imminent, from the shooter to the prosecutor.
These laws are based almost entirely on model legislation drafted by ALEC's Criminal Justice Task Force, now called Public Safety and Elections, of which the NRA was a member along with gun retailer Wal-Mart. According to reports from The Center for Media and Democracy and Common Cause, the vast majority of ALEC's estimated $7 million annual budget — more than 98 percent — comes from sources that include corporate contributors, foundations and others. Among those funders are the usual suspects of the right wing, including the NRA, the Robert Koch Foundation, the Scaife family (the Allegheny Foundation and the Scaife Family Foundation), the Coors family (the Castle Rock Foundation), and the Claude R. Lambe Charitable Foundation. Corporate board members include representatives from Altria, AT&T, GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, Koch Industries, Kraft, PhRMA and Wal-Mart.
For a small membership fee — approximately $50 — state legislators are wined and dined at retreats underwritten by the corporate funders, who themselves pay up to $25,000 for membership. The "pay to play" events give ALEC's funders access and the opportunity to pitch "model" legislation that has essentially been ghostwritten by ALEC's committees and task forces. ALEC has 10 such task forces working on issue campaigns and model legislation covering a range of issues, including the deregulation of utility industries (of particular interest to former ALEC member Enron), preventing the importation of low-cost prescription drugs, restrictive voter ID legislation and gun control. Task force membership is divided between representatives from corporate sponsors and lawmakers. Each task force is chaired by an elected official and "private sector" member, who each hold an equal vote on legislation drafted and adopted by the task force.
A 2010 report from the American Association for Justice quotes former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson as saying, "I always found new ideas, and then I'd take them back to Wisconsin, disguise them a little bit, and declare that it's mine." According to ALEC's 2010 Legislative Scorecard, 826 pieces of ALEC legislation were introduced in statehouses around the country in 2009, and 115 were enacted into law.
The co-mingling ALEC facilitates creates a marketplace in which a company can purchase a legislative outcome that favors the company's bottom line or an ideological agenda. As an investigative report from NPR showed, for-profit prison company and ALEC member Corrections Corporations of America helped draft model immigration legislation, presented at an ALEC conference, that became Arizona's SB 1070 immigration law some four months later. Quoted as saying that immigrant detention is their next big market, CCA stands to gain significant profit housing the illegal immigrants arrested under the new law.
Karen Finney is a political analyst for MSNBC and Democratic consultant, and co-host of POTUS/Sirius XM's "The Flaks."


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A BlackBerry Ltd. (NASDAQ:BBRY) representative told the International Business Times that the BlackBerry Messenger, or BBM, team is still "working around the clock" to release BBM for Android and iPhone (iOS). But Victoria Berry, the BlackBerry rep, said the company has "not announced a new timeline in terms of when BBM will come to Android and Apple devices."
Update (10/15/13): BlackBerry's Frank Boulben told Reuters he expects BBM for Android and iPhone to launch "within days," and that the company was confident it had fixed the issues that plagued the original release last month.
BBM became popular long before the modern smartphone, as a standout feature on BlackBerry's slew of keyboard-toting feature phones allowing users email access on the go. BBM for Android and iPhone will offer the same notifications for when a message is delivered and read as on BlackBerry devices -- a move that some analysts said could hurt handset sales for the struggling manufacturer, as BBM is still a draw for consumers in certain regions.
Berry said BlackBerry 10, or BB10, is "an incredibly powerful OS," and that -- along with BlackBerry smartphones such as the Q10 and new Z30 and "everything we are building around that system" -- it will remain a draw for customers, despite the rollout of BBM on Android and Apple mobile devices. Berry denied that the failed launch of BBM for Android and iOS was merely a ploy to show the app's popularity, thereby raising the value of the BlackBerry's BBM arm before any potential sale of part, or all, of the company.
"We want to lead this space," Berry said. "The team is working around the clock to relaunch BBM for Android" and iPhone.
What Features Will BBM For Android And iPhone Users Lack, Compared With The BB10 Version?
Berry confirmed that BBM for Android and iPhone will have some, but not all, of the features found in the BB10 version of the app. BBM on all platforms will offer instant messages using a smartphone's data plan as an alternative to the short message service, or SMS, texts for which mobile providers sometimes charge premiums. While BBM on BlackBerry devices allows users to make video calls over 3G/4G mobile networks and voice calls over Wi-Fi, the Android and iPhone versions of the software will not launch with the same capability.
"We are not going to publish a timeline, but we are committed to bringing those [voice and video-calling] features to all users." Berry also offered a noncomprehensive list of the features that will make their way into BBM for Android and Apple devices, "such as multiperson chat, regular chat, sharing of voice notes, video files as well as BBM groups -- with chats of up to 30 people, a shareable calendar, and the ability to share files and photos."
Compared with competitors such as WhatsApp, Viber and Kik Messenger (BlackBerry recently settled a lawsuit with Kik, as noted by the Globe and Mail), Berry said that BBM offers more features and a "conversation flow happening very quickly between people."
Berry elaborated, "We see that most messages sent on BBM are read within 20 seconds, and we have people using BBM on average 90 minutes a day." She also touted the app's use of a personal identification number for connecting over BBM, rather than a phone number, which offers greater privacy for users.
IBTimes reports on the top 5 alternatives to BBM for Android and iPhone.
A Failed Launch Of BBM For Android And IOS
BlackBerry originally said that it would release a cross-platform version of BBM sometime "this summer" that would allow users to message between Android, iPhone and the company's own BB10 operating systems. BlackBerry later clarified that it meant the "North American" definition of summer, thereby giving BBM for Android and iPhone a Sept. 21 release date. The week before Sept. 21, BlackBerry announced that BBM for Android and iPhone would release over the weekend, but the rollout was troubled, and eventually canceled.
More than three weeks later, those who were able to download BBM for iOS are still able to use the instant-messaging app, but Android users who installed the leaked package file (.apk) are not able to use the messenger app. In a blog post, Andrew Bocking, BlackBerry executive vice president and head of BBM, explained that the version of BBM for Android that leaked was an older version, which "resulted in volumes of data traffic orders of magnitude higher than normal for each active user and impacted the system in abnormal ways."
Despite currently operating only on BlackBerry handsets and a handful of iPhones, BBM has an active user base of more than 61 million worldwide, with 70 percent of them daily users, according to the company.
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Hacker Halted 2012 was full of personalities; executives, technologists, students and security enthusiasts – each one with stories that fueled conversations and debate. Technical and business erudition dominated the speaker sessions and the hacking competitions at the heart of this annual conference. While comprised of distinct subcultures, a sense of community bonded the attendees.
This demonstrates the effect of a strong brand.
Branding impacts our ability to secure the businesses we serve. You are likely pondering, "What possible relevance does branding have to information security?" "Security" usually conjures thoughts of the policies, procedures, processes and architectures that enable us to mitigate risk. We tend to apply controls on the network perimeter, data stores and governance to the exclusion of influencing the culture that drives threat-enabling decisions.
What is a brand? According Leap Frog Consulting, a marketing consulting firm, "a brand is the sum of tangible and intangible values and associations that differentiate it from other available offerings in the market." Essential to this definition are the benefits offered to the customer on both a functional and relationship level. This definition challenges the security team to:
1. Conceive a brand that resonates with their customer's brand.
2. Use service delivery as a vehicle to promote the brand, making the intangible tangible.
3. Use the implication of the brand to build relationships.
Brand Engineering
Our discussion of branding reflects two promises: the delivery of a positive customer relationship and of value-add services. Each of these promises can be realized through deliberate team activities and priorities. However, an understanding of the organization, its strategic and tactical challenges, and its people are required to implement a successful brand strategy.
Once this research is complete, the team is ready to incorporate this organizational and situational awareness into a brand statement. This reflects that brand's target market, the associations on which the brand is built, and the market opportunities that the team promises to play a role in pursuing.
Brand components
Target Audience
In order for a brand to reflect emotional and intellectual associations your team can leverage, it must be relevant to those with whom you serve. A brand that fails to consider a company's priorities or culture will fail to motivate others. The security team should honor their customers by focusing the brand on them.
Brand Assets
Brand assets refer to the existing associations that will influence how your brand is perceived. What do your customers think about the role of information security? My consulting experience brings to mind two general perceptions:
1. The security team is a company subculture that is hard to understand, but they serve to protect customer assets.
2. The security team is overly cautious, imposing risk controls at the price of lost opportunities.
The first impression is drawn from companies that respect the role played by the security team in advancing the organization despite cultural differences between each business unit. The brand assets here may include perceptions that the team is insightful, innovative and focused on a risk-based approach to security.
My clients who perceived their security teams as not balancing security against business agility influenced the second impression listed. The brand assets in this situation are few when compared to its liabilities. While the team may be perceived as competent, their influence is limited by the impression that they care more about security than competitive responsiveness.
The team should consider what brand associations contribute positively to the image they wish to promote. This is also an opportunity for teams to forge new perceptions.
Market Opportunities
The success of a business relies on its ability to capitalize on opportunities. Each business units brings insights and skills to the identification, scoping, and fulfillment of opportunities that further organizational goals. The formation of teams or collaborations is an effective means by which this occurs.
A medical service provider expanding into new markets was challenged to meet the needs of new patients. The business need was to increase interpersonal care while lowering the overhead cost associated with these touch points. These costs included the gathering of patient information, coordination of patient data with dynamic feeds from each patient encounter, and derivation of health intervention tactics.
Collaborating to address this opportunity were information technology, information security, and healthcare delivery professionals. This combination of expertise produced a plan to implement Electronic Medical Records at all their patient care facilities.
This component brings purpose, action, and promise to the brand statement.
Next week, we will discuss the articulation of the brand through a compelling brand statement. We will also discuss the implications of brand position for the security team. Also, stay tuned to @McAfeeBusiness for tips on branding the security function.
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