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It's 8am at Berlin Hauptbahnhof; yesterday was a 22 hour day and I've had next to no sleep due to celebrating FC Union's unlikely win at Hertha long into the night. None of these facts registered with my German friend, Stoffers who ships in two carrier bags worth of Berliner Kindl for breakfast. Destination: Leipzig - for another local derby. Unlike in Berlin, these two teams do hate each other and there has been serious crowd trouble at this fixture in the past. Pass me that beer then Stoffers lad. We might need it.
We were joined on the train by Barnsley Graham and EFW stalwart Big Deaks. Fergal and David would also be hooking up with us in Leipzig. Additionally, unplanned company was provided in the previously sleepy town of Eilenburg, just outside of Leipzig when a group of Lok fans got on the train. They alleviated the boredom of a five minute delay by setting off a few bangers and smoke bombs. The smoke billowed back into our eyes as there was a bit of fahrtwind (headwind) blowing. (And your German word for the day is fahrtwind - Ed.)
As the train pulled into Leipzig, further bangers and fire crackers were thrown out of the window. Not the most inconspicuous way to approach a high risk fixture. Riot police moved up the platform before we could slope off and stopped our group. We were searched thoroughly and asked why on earth we had travelled all the way from England to see a Division 5 game in Germany. Have a flick through these pages Mr Leipzig Policeman - this is what we do. I thought I was in big trouble when the police pulled out my Union Berlin scarf, that an Eisern fan had given me the previous night. FC Union had a loose connection with Sachsen in the GDR days and, probably, this wasn't the garment to be flashing around in front of a mob of Lok fans.
So which section to go in then? Lok or Sachsen? Sachsen or Lok? I'd been asked to do a radio interview with Lokruf station - one of the biggest in Germany with a potential audience of millions - at half time. But the lads wanted to go in the away end, in with the Chemical Brothers, so that put pay to that idea.
Sachsen (loosely pronounced Saxon) were formed by a team of chemical plant workers, and they renamed themselves from BSG Chemie after the German reunification. While the railway workers' club Lok (Lokomotive in full) were renamed from VfB back in the mid-90s after a series of fan protests. Lok are also rumoured to have some right-wingers and hooligans amongst their fanbase, whereas Sachsen are believed to be a more non-political, mixed crowd. I don't tend to like tarring fans all with the same brush though, so take that information with a pinch of salt.
The Zentralstadion itself was used for the 2006 World Cup. The newer version - as if by magic - was built inside (inside) the ring of the old ground. Nowadays it is only used for 'high risk' games because both of these two clubs have their own - rather less safe and full of wooden stands - stadiums in town. It's a shame really, because the crowd (10,600) is rather lost in a stadium that holds over 44,000. Police blocks and stringent searches meant that the flares had all been confiscated. I was told that it was safe here unless you were hit by a passing signal rocket. There were none of these though, in fact, there wasn't actually too much atmosphere. Evidently, for reasons I'm unaware of - the Sachsen ultras had chosen to boycott this particular match.
It was a dire game played on a pudding of a pitch. Sachsen got stuck in the mud. Lok - despite only have one game all season, and staring relegation in the face - produced what little skill was on offer and ran out fairly convincing and deserved winners. Cue all night disco parties in the blue and yellow part of town. Some of which were just kicking off up by the station as we departed back to Berlin.
A huge police presence with helicopters, water cannons and barking dogs did their job in preventing bare-knuckle fighting afterwards. In truth, they probably could have stayed at home, because there was no real threat of violence all day.
Incidentally, I work with some Crawley Town fans. They've had to pay £70 for their train ticket to Manchester - which they booked weeks in advance - and £41 for a match ticket for the Red Devils FA Cup 5th round tie. For less money, I booked a flight to Berlin (£65) and saw two matches; Hertha v Union (£14) and this Leipzig Derby (£8). The return train ticket between Berlin and Leipzig only cost £8. So Manchester United v Crawley Town or, for slightly less money, two local derbies on a European Football Weekend in Germany? It's not rocket science is it?
Outside the Zentralstadion.
And inside.
Another successful EFW for Danny and Deaks, tick.


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Apple's Argument: Samsung Could Have Made Its Phone Large, Thick, Bumpy, Sharp-Edged & Hexagonal
from the sounds-great dept
As you may (hopefully?) know, some of the patents in the fight are "design patents" rather than utility patents. When people talk about patents, they usually are referring to utility patents. Design patents are, in many ways, more similar to trademarks than to utility patents. But it creates odd situations where Apple gets to claim "ownership" of the concept of a rectangular device with rounded corners. It's also important to remember that design patents can't be for functional features, but only for design/appearance. That means that Apple has to insist that the basic design of the iPhone and iPad aren't functional at all.
As Matt Schruers highlights, that means that Apple is left in the awkward position of insisting that these basic concepts that are sort of obvious design choices to make such devices functional both aren't functional at all and that there are perfectly reasonable alternatives. For example, Apple's lawyers have suggested some "alternatives" in how Samsung could have designed its devices:
"front surfaces that are not rectangular, not flat, and without rounded corners; display screens that are more square than rectangular or not rectangular at all, display screens that are not centered on the front surface of the phone..."So what would that mean? Schruers explains:
"overall shapes that are not rectangular with four flat sides or that do not have four rounded corners; front surfaces that are not completely flat or clear... and profiles that are not thin".
Of course. Surely consumers would happily hold a large, thick, bumpy, sharp-edged hexagonal thing up to their head. They'll no doubt appreciate the different "ornamental" approach while reading through their opaque screen. No functional drawbacks there.Oh yeah, Schruers also includes this bit of prior art to emphasize his point:
Does that even sound like an object you would willingly put in your pants? Having a device that is not an unwieldy weapon-like object is a functional feature, not an ornamental design choice. One is not going out on a limb in concluding that if the object design increases your likelihood of getting strip-searched at the airport, those are functional drawbacks, and foreclosing functional features is not the purpose of design protection.

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Every once in a while, something happens that is so shocking, so completely in opposition to everything you know about the world, that it's quite unsettling. That's how I feel after reading Ann Coulter's latest column, in which she actually makes sense. If you can ignore her usual juvenile insults, she's actually right when she argues against the claim that the Republicans lost because Romney just wasn't conservative enough.
The idea that Romney failed to present a clear contrast with Obama or was too "nice" is also nonsense. If Republicans continue to tell themselves comforting myths about our candidate being the problem, they better get used to losing a lot more elections.
The only Republican to defeat a sitting president in the last century was Ronald Reagan in 1980, when he beat Jimmy Carter, the second-worst president in U.S. history (pending the final results of Obama's second term). Because of that, and also because he is in the top two best American presidents, Reagan's example is worth studying.In Reagan's one debate with Carter in 1980, he presented "two viewpoints and directions for the country" by vowing to save Medicare and not to cut taxes too much. Loud and clear, Reagan said: "My tax cut does not come close to eliminating (Carter's) $86 billion increase. I'm only reducing the amount of the increase."
There's your bold contrasting vision!
Reagan picked a pro-choice, anti-supply side Republican as his running mate. He lavishly praised FDR in his acceptance speech at the national convention, leading The New York Times to title an editorial about him "Franklin Delano Reagan."
Meanwhile, Romney promised to institute major reforms to Medicare, repeal Obamacare and impose a 20 percent across-the-board tax cut. He said he'd issue a 50-state waiver to Obamacare on his first day in office.
Rationality? From Ann Coulter? I'm pretty sure that's one of the seven seals being opened. We may see the sky turn to blood next.


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DAMASCUS, Syria, April 23 (UPI) -- Dozens of people were killed in Syria Monday when government forces fired on Hama and killed people who spoke with U.N. observers, witnesses said.
Opposition networks said between 28 and 38 people were killed, one day after protesters massed in the city to greet the U.N. peace monitors, The Wall Street Journal reported.
Mousab al-Hamadee, a resident of Hama who is active in the opposition to the regime of President Bashar Assad, told the newspaper the regime "decided to punish the people of Hama because they were brave enough to come out to meet the monitors."
"The regime wanted to send a message to other cities," al-Hamadee said.
U.N. observers were sent to Syria to help protect Assad regime opponent. Monday's violence was said to be perhaps the worst in Syria since a cease-fire was supposed to have gone into effect April 12, the Journal said.
White House press secretary Jay Carney said Monday the Obama administration supports the U.N. monitoring mission, "but we understand the sobering challenge it represents in the atmosphere that has been created by the Assad regime." He said the United States will work with its "partners and allies to continue to pressure and isolate the Assad regime, to make clear to everyone internationally that siding with the Assad regime is a folly because Assad will go down as a brutal dictator who brutally murdered his own people -- not the kind of friend you really want in the world."
"And we will continue to work with the United Nations and with the 'Friends of Syria,' and all other partners in providing assistance to the Syrian people, to helping the opposition function and organize itself and function more efficiently, and isolating and pressuring the Assad regime."


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Research Themes
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Our Research Themes reflect the broad areas in which we have particular strengths and interests. All research groups have a primary affiliation to one theme but many work in areas that fall under another theme, reflected in a secondary affiliation.
The themes help to foster and strengthen interactions between groups working on related research areas, through seminars and other events. They are also intended to provide a framework for academic leadership and research mentoring to early career academics, postdoctoral researchers and students.
Cell Biology, Development and Genetics
Infection and Disease Processes
Microbiology and Systems Biology
Structural Biology and Molecular Biophysics
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Cell Biology, Development and Genetics
Associate Head of Department: Francis Barr
Francis Barr, Martin Cohn, Lynne Cox, Ian Gibbs-Seymour, Penny Handford, Jonathan Hodgkin, Mark Howarth, Petros Ligoxygakis, Shabaz Mohammed, Catherine Pears, Alison Woollard (primary affiliation)
Ben Berks, Andre Furger, Rob Klose, Nick Lakin, Jane Mellor, Bela Novak, Matthew Whitby (secondary affiliation)
We use model organisms and in vitro approaches to explore a wide range of processes pertinent to cell biology. Many of the groups have an interest in understanding the molecular mechanisms controlling cell proliferation, differentiation and cell fate determination in the context of development. We also study processes regulating cell division and polarisation, immunity, and cell senescence, as well as developing and applying bio-nanotechnology and proteomic approaches for cell biological purposes.
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Chromosomal and RNA Biology
Associate Head of Department: Neil Brockdorff
Neil Brockdorff, Alfredo Castello, Ilan Davis, Andre Furger, Lars Jansen, Rob Klose, Nick Lakin, Louis Mahadevan, Jane Mellor, Kim Nasmyth, Tim Nott, Lothar Schermelleh, David Sherratt, Lidia Vasilieva, Matthew Whitby (primary affiliation)
Francis Barr, Lynne Cox, Alison Woollard (secondary affiliation)
We study many aspects of chromosomal and RNA biology, from the behaviour of chromosomes and RNA, to gene regulation including chromatin remodelling, epigenetic modifications, non-coding RNA and post-transcriptional control mechanisms. We are also interested in the processes of DNA repair and recombination. Amongst the approaches we use to answer questions in these areas are various deep sequencing technologies (NET-seq, ChIP-seq, RNA-seq) and advanced optical imaging, including live cell imaging.
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Infection and Disease Processes
Associate Head of Department: Nicole Zitzmann
Bungo Akiyoshi, Raymond Dwek, Matt Higgins, John Vakonakis, Mark Wormald, Nicole Zitzmann (primary affiliation)
Phil Biggin, Martin Cohn, Jonathan Hodgkin, Jason Schnell, Phill Stansfeld (secondary affiliation)
We study a wide range of biological problems of relevance to viral and parasitic infections and disease processes. With a strong interest in glycoprotein-focused research, including the development of antivirals and other therapeutics, we run many collaborative projects with support from industry and global health funders. We are also interested in using structural and cell biological approaches to understand malaria, trypanosomatid diseases and DNA repair disorders.
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Microbiology and Systems Biology
Associate Head of Department: Colin Kleanthous
Andrew Angel, Judith Armitage, Ben Berks, Maike Bublitz, Stuart Ferguson, Colin Kleanthous, Bela Novak, George Wadhams (primary affilliation)
Phil Biggin, Simon Newstead, Christina Redfield, Mark Sansom, David Sherratt, Phill Stansfeld (secondary affiliation)
We are interested in the proteins, networks and pathways that underlie many fundamental processes in eukaryotes and bacteria including the cell cycle, chromosomal dynamics, signalling and motility, respiration and protein transport. We seek to be able to explain these using a combination of experimental, computational and mathematical tools, at scales ranging from atomic resolution through molecules to whole systems. We also have an interest in using synthetic biology to enhance and exploit functions.
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Structural Biology and Molecular Biophysics
Associate Head of Department: Mark Sansom
Phil Biggin, Paul Elliott, Elspeth Garman, Sarah Gomersall (Shammas), Simon Newstead, Christina Redfield, Mark Sansom, Jason Schnell, Elena Seiradake, Phill Stansfeld, Anthony Watts (primary affiliation)
Judith Armitage, Ben Berks, Maike Bublitz, Raymond Dwek, Penny Handford, Matt Higgins, Colin Kleanthous, Lothar Schermelleh, John Vakonakis, Mark Wormald, Nicole Zitzmann (secondary affiliation)
We are interested in exploring the relationship between structure and function in proteins and other macromolecules using a range of methods such as X-ray crystallography, NMR, and biophysical and computational approaches. A particular focus within this theme is on understanding the structure, biophysics and function of membrane proteins, important in health and disease, including their behaviour in a physiologically relevant context.


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TSA Insists That There's Been No Delay In Public Hearings Over Nudie Scanners; It Just Hasn't Held Them
from the got-that dept
It also blames the fact that there had been "significant personnel losses" in the group of folks responsible for obeying the order, but insisted that everyone else in that group was really (really!) focused on obeying the order, and they'd get around to it at some point. Really. They promise.
Petitioner offers no basis whatsoever for its assertion that TSA has delayed in implementing this Court's mandate. On the contrary, as the Sammon Declaration demonstrates, TSA has been keenly aware of the importance of implementing the Court's directive, and has given high priority to the AIT rulemaking. Despite "significant personnel losses" in the group of economists within TSA charged with completing the regulatory analysis... the agency began on the heels of the Court's ruling the process of preparing the documents necessary for notice-andcomment rulemaking, and has devoted almost all of the staff available to conduct the required economic analysis to its expedited completion, even going so far as to hire contract consultants to accelerate its completion despite unforeseen personnel lossesLater, it claims:
In sum, there has been no "waiting" and no "delay."Other than the fact that we're still waiting, you mean?


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Martha's Vineyard by bus
It's a common misconception. The islands are a pain to get to, and once there, you're stuck having to rent a bike, moped, or a taxi to get around. Well, while that may be true to a certain degree on Nantucket, which boasts a fine, if limited, public transportation service, it's an argument you can't make about Martha's Vineyard, where you can find a bus for practically any destination on the island. We took the Martha's Vineyard Transit Authority, or VTA, for a day on the island to see how many spots we could visit. Depending on where you want to go, the system isn't always the quickest route, but it is indeed an effective and cost-effective way to tour Martha's Vineyard.
As it turned out, parking was one of the most expensive ventures of the morning, $15, at the Woods Hole Palmer Avenue lot, from where we took a shuttle to the Steamship Authority ferry dock, and purchased a round-trip ticket for $16. The 7 a.m. departure arrives in Vineyard Haven at 7:45, so it's often filled with commuters making their way out for the day. At one point during the trip, a crew member reminded all that no smoking is permitted on the deck of the ship, and that a more familiar voice would be normally delivering the message but that he was "no longer with us.'' This caused a commotion among one of the seated groups, and one woman stormed off to discover what transpired. Turns out the fellow in question merely retired.
Vineyard Haven's Main Street normally boasts a bustling crowd, but at 8 a.m. on a Tuesday morning it was a pleasant stroll to coffee shop Mocha Mott's (15 Main St., Vineyard Haven, 508-693-3155, www.mochamotts.com) where I purchased an iced coffee and asiago cheese bagel before heading out to the front porch to enjoy the pair. Before I was even able to sit down, I heard my old college nickname echo from the street, were I spied an old college friend carrying a pair of car seats. A lifelong island native, he's headed to Gloucester with his family for the day. "It's crazy here,'' he assured me, and bemoaned that I hadn't warned him in advance that I'd be coming on his day off. We promised a fall visit and he raced off to catch his ferry. I wondered just how much of the island I'd actually get to see based on the potential crowds. I ate my bagel in haste and hurried to the bus stop.
I made my way back to the Steamship Authority terminal, where you can purchase a day pass for the VTA for a mere $7. Keep in mind, one-way fares are $1, so if you're off to multiple stops, it's in your best interest to purchase a day pass. (Three-day, $15, and seven-day, $25, passes are also available.) The bus stop is just outside, with direct service to many locations on the island, including our first stop, Edgartown. It wasn't even 8:30, and the sun was searing on a day that expected to reach 90 degrees, even on the island. The bus arrived on time, for an 8:27 a.m. departure, and I embarked following a woman carrying nothing but a sweating, full gallon of milk. As Ron Burgundy might say, that could have been a bad idea.
The ride from Vineyard Haven took less than 20 minutes as the roads were still quite sleepy in the morning hour. The Edgartown bus stop is directly in front of the post office/souvenir stop on Church Street, an area that can become quite busy as the day wears on. Buses leave this area for South (Katama), Menemsha, Vineyard Haven, West Tisbury, and Aquinnah. It was still before 9 a.m. upon my arrival, and the streets in town were still quiet, many businesses having yet to open their doors for the day.
TripAdvisor users ranked The Edgartown Lodge (68 Winter St., Edgartown, 508-627-1092, www.edgartownlodge.com) a small, eight-room accommodation just steps from the post office, the No. 1 specialty lodging in Edgartown.
A T-shirt for sale at Shirt Tales (56 Main St., Edgartown, 508-627-3766) one of many shopping stops in Edgartown, where it's never seems difficult to find a souvenir.
Hydrangeas were in full bloom along Summer Street.
The Old Whaling Church (89 Main St., Edgartown, 508-627-4440) was built by whaling captains back in 1843, and according to the Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust, "is considered to be one of the finest examples of Greek revival architecture in New England.'' It can accommodate as many as 500 guests for a wedding.
Murdick's Fudge (21 North St., Edgartown, 888-553-8343, murdicks.com/fudge) is synonymous with Martha's Vineyard, with three locations on the island – Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, and Vineyard Haven. The popular stop has been using the same recipes for its main item, peanut brittle, and chocolate nut clusters since 1887.
Vineyard Vines (19 Winter St., Edgartown, 508-627-4779, www.vineyardvines.com), preppy and proud of it.
The docks in Edgartown were quiet in the morning, much like the surrounding streets.
At Mad Max Sailing Adventures (25 Dock St., Edgartown, 508-627-7500) novices can charter a boat for a sail around the island.
MacPhail's Corner Café (18 Dock St., Edgartown, 508-939-3090) claims to have the "Island's No. 1 lobster roll,'' a pretty bold claim when you consider just how many options for lobster there are on the Vineyard. I wanted to see if the claim held true, but it's still early, and we had already planned on grabbing lunch on the docks in Menemsha. So, I took the pass, but remained curious.
Of course, when we say Edgartown is sleepy in the morning, that does not include the extremely popular Among the Flowers Café (Mayhew Lane, Edgartown, 508-627-3233), where you'll probably find a line lingering for a table during breakfast hours. The outdoor patio is nestled into…well, the flowers, providing a tranquil start to the island day. It's certainly among the most popular breakfast spots on Martha's Vineyard.
But second breakfasts are for Hobbit movies. We had a bus to catch to Katama, and just in time as the heat began to make its name known, yet with the added benefit of a pleasant breeze off the water. Still, it was beach time. (Check back Tuesday for Part 2 of this week's series.)


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Take a Hike - Miles of walks including the South West Coastal Path, Dartmoor and river walks.
Dip and Dive - Along the 22 miles of the English Riviera coastline there are 20 beaches from wide sandy stretches to hidden rocky coves.
Dont miss the boat - Boat trips in the bay are bookable from various firms by the harbourside and piers. Small boats and pedaloes for hire from most beaches.
Dont Miss the Boat - There is an attractive list of sailings for trips by sea or river at booking kiosks at Princess Pier, Haldon Pier and the Harbourside.
Yacht of fun - These are unequalled in Torbay, and the regattas in August are a superb spectacle. The Royal Torbay Yacht Club is at Beacon Terrace a short walk away. For those wishing to learn more there are two sailing clubs in Torquay.
Catch of the Day - Sea fishing from Princess Pier and Haldon Pier, or from rocks and beaches around the coastline. Mackerel, bass, pollack, bream, conger and whiting all caught in the bay. Fishing trips are readily available.
Swing and Put - The beautifully situated 18 hole course of the Torquay Golf Club is in Petitor Road, St. Marychurch. Visitors requiring temporary membership should apply to the Secretary.
Exploring further Afield...
Totnes and Dartington Hall are less than 30 minutes away. Totnes is an Elizabethan river town with an ancient castle. The beauty of Dartington Hall with it's glorious gardens and world famous arts and music activities makes this an essential place to visit. Dartmouth, Dartmoor, Salcombe, Exeter and Plymouth can all be reached easily.
Paignton Zoo is only a mile or so away and there are river and sea cruises and steam train trips nearby. Torquay has Kents Cavern and a large model village among other attractions and there is a go kart track on the way to the delightful fishing port of Brixham.
South Hams
The South Hams of South Devon is an area of exceptional beauty and contrast with river estuaries, rolling hills and thatched cottages surrounding the lovely old towns of Dartmouth, Totnes, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, Modbury and Ivybridge and pretty villages that abound in the South Hams district of South Devon. In addition to this, the South Hams has some of the most beautiful, safe, clean and best -managed beaches you'll find anywhere. With three beaches being awarded the international Blue Flag award, and another 5 achieving the seaside rural beach award.
Dartmoor - www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk
Whether walking and exploring the rugged Dartmoor landscape with its great granite Tors and Dartmoor Ponies, climbing, letterboxing, horse riding, golfing, or just having a very relaxing break Dartmoor has it all. Heather-covered moorland and deep wooded gorges, beautiful lake-like reservoirs and tumbling rocky rivers, thriving market towns and villages, patchwork farmland and craggy granite tors, the Dartmoor National Park covers an area of 368 square miles - the largest, and wildest, area of open country in southern England.
The regional capital for culture, leisure and shopping. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and just a few miles from the sea, Exeter brims with colourful character and offers a delightful mix of high quality attractions, restaurants and shops in a setting of architectural splendour. Enjoy heritage, arts, festivals and award winning locally produced food and drink or venture beyond the city and explore the Jurassic Coast of East Devon and the National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Whatever your reason for visiting Exeter, a warm Westcountry welcome and a memorable stay is guaranteed.
The English Riviera offers a warm welcome, this desirable holiday destination offers a simple and scenic stay to families, couples and friends. Be it the sandy shores or wild moors, Devon caters for sun-worshippers and hikers alike. Astor apartments are in Torquay, which offers a rich diversity of places to eat out, theme bars and Nightclubs to suit all tastes. There is the option to head further afield, pop down the coast to Brixham, Paignton or Totnes which all offer a variety of activities and have their own town culture you can immerse in for a day! Packed with history of Agatha Christie, award winning beaches, boat trips and year round events it is evident why Devon is one of the most popular holiday spots in the country.
Simply Sea
Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway - www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk
NB Britains favourite attraction!
Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway from Paignton is the holiday line with steam trains running for seven miles in Great Western tradition along the spectacular Torbay coast to Churston and through the wooded slopes bordering the Dart estuary to Kingswear. The scenery is superb, with seascapes right across Lyme Bay to Portland Bill on clear days. Approaching Kingswear is the beautiful River Dart, with its fascinating craft, and on the far side, the olde worlde town of Dartmouth and the famous Britannia Royal Naval College, Butterwalk, Bayard's Cove and Dartmouth Castle.
Paignton Zoo - www.paigntonzoo.org.uk
Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Voted the Best Visitor Attraction in the South West Tourism Excellence Awards.
Plymouth National Marine Aquarium - www.national-aquarium.co.uk
The aquarium experience comprises of a total of 50 live exhibits including 3 massive tanks. Over 4000 animals from 400 species are displayed in realistic habitats from local shorelines to coral reefs. In addition, the technological zone, Exploreocean focuses on ocean exploration and sustainability through innovative, interactive exhibits.
Kents Cavern - www.kents-cavern.co.uk
Kents Cavern is one of the most important Paleolithic caves in Northern Europe and the oldest recognisable human dwelling in Britain. It holds beautiful and spectacular geological formations and significant prehistoric finds, some over 700,000 years old.
Living Coasts - www.livingcoasts.org.uk
Take a fantastic journey around the coastlines of the world without leaving Torquay! Living Coasts, Paignton Zoo's new visitor attraction in Torquay. Living Coasts features a range of fascinating coastal creatures from loud and loveable penguins to playful fur seals, colourful puffins to sea ducks - they're all at home in this amazing new environment.There are reconstructed beaches, cliff-faces and an estuary. A huge meshed aviary allows the birds to fly free over your head, while special acrylic tunnels give stunning crystal clear views of the birds and seals underwater.Then relax in the water-side café with its stunning views across Torbay, where you can enjoy morning coffee, lunch or a real Devon cream tea - all with the best view in South Devon. Living Coasts also has a well-stocked shop in the style of a colonial harbour, with gifts and souvenirs for everyone.
Cockington - www.countryside-trust.org.uk
Only a mile from Torquay seafront, the Domesday Book village of Cockington has hardly changed through the centuries. Come and explore this special village, its historic manor house and the 460 acres of parkland, woodland and farmland around. It is completely free to enter and you can lose yourself here for a whole day!
Riviera Centre - www.rivieracentre.co.uk
Open daily all year round. Torquay's indoor beach - safe, clean, comfortable and fun. The popular leisure pool features a giant flume and a wave machine to add an extra splash of fun!
Oldway Mansion - www.torquay.com
Oldway Mansion is a well known local landmark, used by the local council and is registered for marriage ceremonies. A beautiful building with lovely grounds, it is well worth a visit. Oldway Mansion can be found on the Torquay (A3022) to Paignton road, about 1/2 mile from Paignton town centre and just past Manor Road going toward Paignton. There are 60 free car parking spaces and 2 Coach parking spaces.
Torre Abbey - www.torre-abbey.org.uk
History comes alive at Torbay's most historic building. Built in 1196 you can trace the 800 years of development from monastery, imposing home of wealthy families, to Mayor's official residence of modern day. The Torre Abbey chapel may be hired for private services, such as christenings, funerals, renewal of marriage vows and blessings following civil weddings. Under present legislation it may not be used for weddings.
Woodlands Leisure Park - www.woodlands-leisure-park.co.uk
Its all here at Woodlands! Your favourite family Park with acres of indoor and outdoor fun. This is the unique Park set in fantastic countryside that's packed with action.
Goodrington Park - www.visitpaignton.net/torbay/goodrington-park-torbay.html
Goodrington Park is a natural habitat for swans, geese and wild birds.This is ideal picnic area and safe for all the families with children. Being part of the famous Youngs Park and literally a stone's throw from Goodrington Beach and Quay West, Goodrington Park offers truly all family fun with Bumper Boats, Swan Pedalos, Spanish Cafe, Ice Cream, Drop Slides, Crazy Golf, Junior Quads, Large Boating Lake and beautiful walks.
Babbacombe Model Village - www.babbacombemodelvillage.co.uk
A complete village and famous places - all in miniature!
Vue Cinema - www.myvue.com
Multiplex cinema complex on Paignton beach!
Princess Theatre Torquay - www.atgtickets.com/venues/princess-theatre-torquay/
Summer shows, concerts, plays and more
Bygones - www.bygones.co.uk
Wander back in time and relive the nostalgia of over 20 life-size Victorian shops and shop windows filled with thousands of original items from candles to porcelain, dolls, dolls houses and Victorian dresses. Visit the Ironmongers, the Grocers, smell the Sweet Shop, the Apothecary and the Forge.
Quaywest - quaywest.splashdownwaterparks.co.uk
Get Wet, go Wild at Quay West water park! Adults and Children's Water Fun at Goodrington, Paignton.


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Pelican Island Residents Allowed To Return, Ortley Beach Still Off Limits
Residents of Pelican Island will be allowed to make a return trip on their own.
In a notice posted on the Toms River Township website, full-Time residents of Chadwick Beach, Chadwick Beach Island and Silver Beach will be allowed in on Monday from 8AM-3PM. Full-Time residents of Normandy Beach and Shores will be allowed in on Tuesday from 8AM-3PM.
All will be allowed to go over the bridge, with their own car, to retrieve belongings, winterize, meet with contractors and start the clean up process. Residents must present ID in order to be allowed in.
Meanwhile, residents of Ortley Beach are growing impatient at not being allowed back to their homes.
"(Toms River Police) Chief Mastronardy will let residents know what streets will be allowed in first, and this information will be posted on the township website at TomsRiverTownship.com. People can also sign up for the reverse 911 system, as well, to be notified," according to a website post.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden says Congress has a moral and economic imperative to offer a pathway to citizenship for 11 million immigrants living in the country illegally.
Many of them, he says, "are already Americans," whether they're here legally or not. He says immigrants simply want a decent life for themselves and their children, just as his great grandparents did.
Biden's comments came in a speech to Pennsylvania political leaders gathered in New York on Saturday.
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The movie stars Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan, a test pilot who proves that humans are better at flying fighter planes than computers are. His fellow pilot is Carol Ferris (Blake Lively), the daughter of the tycoon Carl Ferris (Jay O. Sanders), who manufactures the fighters. Does Carl worry about his daughter flying in catfights at supersonic speeds? To answer that question would require him to reveal emotion, and he is locked immobile in superhero tycoon mode.
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PARK RAPIDS (AP) - Gov. Mark Dayton heads to Park Rapids for the 2013 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener and one of the iciest starts ever to the walleye season.
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In today's market, paying cash for an empty, foreclosed house that you plan to live in isn't a bad idea. There are thousands of very cheap foreclosure homes out there, and it's a way to maybe buy more house than you otherwise could afford. But will you be able to get home insurance to protect your investment?
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These vacant homes may need a ton of work. Horror stories abound about angry former owners who pour cement down the toilets before they move out, scavengers who rip out appliances and copper wiring, and vandals who break windows and spray-paint walls.
It's all fixable, of course. And as you work to make your new home livable, you'll want it covered by insurance. However, insuring a vacant, vulnerable foreclosure is far different from buying a standard homeowners policy for a move-in-ready home. Here are a few things to know before you shop for coverage.
Finding insurance may take some work. Insurance is available, but it's far from typical. You may not get the same levels of coverage you would from a standard homeowners insurance policy. And not all insurers cover homes without owners living in them. So you may have to shop around for specialty insurers or carriers licensed outside your state.
You'll need to have the home inspected. "If the deal is something you can't pass up, the first step is to have a thorough home inspection by a qualified inspector before you seal the deal, so you know exactly what you are buying and how much more (the repairs are) likely to cost you," says Lynne McChristian, Florida representative for the Insurance Information Institute.
Insurers will want to see inspection results to gauge how much work is needed, how much money you're likely to put into the project and how much longer the house is likely to sit vacant.
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"Homes that have been left vacant, unattended and not maintained for long periods of time deteriorate much more quickly than homes that have been occupied and heated and cooled," says Candace Bunker, spokeswoman for Citizens Property Insurance Corp. in Tallahassee, Fla. "Many of these homes require extensive renovations just to make them habitable."
Daren Blomquist, vice president at foreclosure-tracking firm RealtyTrac in Irvine, Calif., says foreclosures easily can sit vacant for six months. The national average is 195 days.
Blomquist adds that with many vacant homes, no one is paying attention to maintenance, which is a concern for older homes in particular. In markets such as Chicago, Detroit and Cleveland, many foreclosed homes were built before 1980. "The older the home is, the more likely it is to have problems just by virtue of being older," he says.
As a foreclosure property is transformed into a home fit to live in, home insurance experts say you're likely to find three coverage options.
"Builder's risk" is coverage you buy to protect new construction or renovation and remodeling while you are not living in the house, says John Watt, a vice president at Innovative Risk Solutions, a specialty insurance agency in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Such a policy typically costs less at the beginning of the project and then becomes increasingly expensive as the construction and loss risk increase, says Tom Terfinko, an assistant director with the Florida Surplus Lines Service Office, a state insurance regulatory agency in Tallahassee.
Vacant dwelling policies insure an unoccupied home for most physical losses except floods or earthquakes, says Watt. There's one other catch: These policies generally will cover vandalism but not theft. And theft is a huge problem with vacant homes.
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HO-8 is the technical name for a special insurance policy designed for older homes. It provides more limited coverage for those properties. This insurance would work for a foreclosure if the damage isn't too severe and you're able to live in the home while you make repairs.
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John W. "Bill" Miller, 90, died Monday, Oct. 8, 2012 at Ottawa County Health Center in Minneapolis.
John W. "Bill" Miller, 90, died Monday, Oct. 8, 2012 at Ottawa County Health Center in Minneapolis. He was born on April 10, 1922 at Ensign, the son of Morton and Hattie (Obee) Miller.
Miller was a longtime farmer in Gray County just North of Montezuma. He married Delores Grace Wendel on Dec. 27, 1945 at Ingalls. While he was turned down by military service, because of a leg injury during his childhood, Miller drove a truck from Borger, Texas to the air base in Liberal during the war hauling aviation fuel.
An accident in early 2002 left him unable to remain at the farm he loved and moved to Delphos to live with his son David and wife Ann. He later moved to the Nicol Home in Glasco where he resided until his death.
He was a member of the St. Stanislaus Catholic Church of Ingalls and was a member of the Knights Of Columbus, and was in charge of their annual soup supper to raise funds for the parish. He also helped with the area 4H clubs.
He is survived by his daughters Martha Waller and husband Al of Branson, Mo. and Judy Miles and husband Stan of Princeton, Ind.; his sons David Miller and wife Ann of Delphos, and Wendell Miller and wife Patricia of Smithville, Mo.; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren; a sister Juanita Oliver of Painesville, Ohio and numerous nieces and nephews.
Miller was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Delores; his second wife Floella; a daughter Ida Marie; two brothers, Ross and Hugh; two sisters, Bertha Stevens and Anna Rose Jantz; and a grandson Chris Waller.
Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2012 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Montezuma. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Home, Dodge City on Thursday, October 11, 2012 from Noon to 8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Stanislaus Church, 200 N. Rush St., Ingalls, Kansas 67853 or to Nicol Home, 303 E. Buffalo, Glasco, Kansas 67445 of Delphos. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.


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|2011-05-15, 10:56
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The perverted pedo LARPers
I love that the show doesn't take itself too seriously and can blend absurd comedy and excellent character development. You don't necessarily need drama to make your characters grow. I very much enjoyed the focus on Tomoe-neesan.
Glad the criticism surrounding episode three didn't affect the show.
|2011-05-15, 11:29
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This had the framework of a good episode, but that script... yeesh. We don't need that much narration in a visual medium - we can see what's happening.
I think this show just doesn't know how to restrain itself. It always has the wackiness turned up to eleven, whether it enhances the scene (waterhose) or detracts from it (rice balls). If it would just learn to read its own atmosphere and tighten up its dialogue a bit, this would be a really great show.
I really didn't appreciate that freaking 'sparkling' line turning up again, either.
|2011-05-15, 11:51
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So much win in this episode.
I'd list my favorite moments but I'd just end up listing everything that happened in this episode.
Though the get some gets a special mention.
Next episode looks quite a bit more dramatic though.
|2011-05-15, 12:08
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The beginning and the end were the only parts worth much this episode.
In other words, practically a whole episode wasted.
And on top of that, the comedy wasn't... that funny either.
Hurry up, Kou-chan. The lack of drama is horrible... We need YOU to stir something up.
(Not that I'm getting my hopes up)
|2011-05-15, 12:22
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Am I the only one that thought the LARPers were kind of endearing in their very straightforward approach to peeping? .
This was another very charming episode, with some damn good acting from Mamiko Noto. In fact, probably the best (non-comedy) parts of the episode occurred in the 10 foot radius of Tomoe's Kitchen/Living Room as she talked to her mother on the phone (I can't help but love those brief conversations, if only because they sound exactly like conversations I've had with my Mother . This is yet more great dialogue from Mari Okada).
That being said, I disliked many of the directorial decisions throughout the episode (like Nako speeding away with funny sound effect accompaniment; or the closing iris wipe (which should only ever be used by Looney Toons), etc), and felt the episode went a little too far into the realm of craziness (case and point, Jiromaru's starring role in the Battle of Kissuisō). But, the emotional core was still solid, and I gained a real appreciation for Tomoe. 7/10
Side note, I loved Tomoe's room (very well designed); and I loved her yellow jacket with white stripe...simple, yet cool...
|2011-05-15, 12:30
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woohoo.. it's a very funny episode...
nice one Commander Tomoe...
even though I don't think that there will be customers like that in reality... lol
anyway, I can see Ko~chan will appear again
and looks like something serious will happen in next episode....
|2011-05-15, 12:45
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Brilliant episode. I almost thought they went a little overboard with the hilarious Fumoffu homage, but it was wrapped up nicely at the end. Great job by Tomoe's VA. I don't mind a few more Tomoe-centric episodes like this. Also..... THIS IS THE FIRST TIME IN THIS SHOW THAT MINKO WAS CUTE!!! O_O
|2011-05-15, 13:34
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Location: Vancouver, Canada
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Also, for reference I can't help but wonder if we'll still get a Jiromaru/Tomoe pairing by the end. Someone needs to keep him on the straight and narrow.
As for the episode itself, I do agree with James0246 that there were a few bad directorial decisions here (including the two he mentioned), although I actually liked the script itself (including the Jiromaru bits). Overall a good explanation of a secondary character and an awful lot of fun.
From the PV, I'm guessing that next episode is going to have the one-two punch of grandma having a health scare and Ko showing up - could put a bit of a damper on the reunion. I also can't say I saw granny's health scare coming before this PV, Ohana's nosebleeds, which I still hope are just a red herring, have been the only signs in this series anyone has health issues.
|2011-05-15, 13:48
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As soon as I saw those legs I knew it was gonna be Jirou in the bath. That scene was pure comedy. Yeah I liked this episode too despite my concerns about an overall plot. And did danyone else get the Canaan reference? GET SOME!!!!
|2011-05-15, 13:52
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Singapore
Age: 44
What is with viewers nowadays that everything must be dripping with heavyweight drama before a show is considered "respectable"?
A fun episode with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. Just the kind of pick-me-up I need for another dreary week ahead filled with OMG real-life drama — you know, the kind where I really have to work my diminishing grey cells to portray with deathly gravity and mind-sapping accuracy — instead of getting angsty over how a light-hearted comedy isn't serious enough.
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2006-07Played in all but one game and drew one starting assignment ... Averaged 3.2 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists in his rookie season, while shooting .433 (29-67) from the floor to rank fourth on the squad among players with 50 or more attempts ... Shot 62% (8-13) from the floor over a seven-game span from December 2 to January 7 ... Stuck the occasional three-pointer with a .346 (9-26) mark, which was third-best on team for players with 25 or more tries ... Averaged 5.4 points over a five-game stretch from January 23 to February 8 and netted a career-high 10 points on 3-5 from the field and a perfect 3-3 from the line vs. Salem State on December 7 ... Tied for fifth on the team with 19 steals and recorded at least one steal in 15 outings, including a personal-best of four in his first collegiate start vs. Suffolk University on November 30.
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Sunday Afternoon: Buffington Completes Tripleheader Sweep
Shaun Buffington won his third race of the weekend in the legends cars to complete the tripleheader sweep. The win came on the Moat Mountain Road Course and marked the second time in four 2013 tripleheaders that he has swept the weekend.
Mike Alton beat out Tom Gray and Alex Vorrilas in a heated battle for second, and Gray took advantage of a last lap spin by Vorrilas to claim the podiums final spot.
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Shaun Buffington won his second legends cars race of the day. After winning on the road course earlier, he led all 25 laps of the caution-free event on the mini-oval.
His teammate, Tom Gray, made a late push for the lead but was unable to get by Buffington and settled for second. In an obscure run, Taylor Martin finished third on the mini-oval for the seventh consecutive race.
In the Gifford's Famous Ice Cream Bandolero Series, Casey Call led all 12 laps to take the win. He will turn 10 on Sunday and ran away from Derek Debbis (second) and Robby Gordon Douglas (third) for the win. The win was the third in a row for Call at NHMS.
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Shaun Buffington won the opening race of the Legends Cars tripleheader on the Moat Mountain Road Course on Saturday afternoon. Alex Vorrilas and Tom Gray rounded out the podium.
Buffington ran away from the field and won by nearly a straightaway. Vorrilas started alongside him on the front row, and Tom Gray worked his way up from last position after trouble in qualifying.
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CLAREMORE – A Rogers State University administrator has lost her job following a student rights dispute that grabbed the attention of a national advocacy group.
The New York-based Foundation for Individual Rights in Education accused Student Activities Coordinator Lynn Brown of violating students' speech rights consistently after she was hired in June. A university official confirmed Friday that Brown left RSU Tuesday.
"All I can say is that she no longer works for the university," said Tobie Titsworth, vice president for student affairs. "We can't comment on personnel matters."
He would not say whether Brown was forced to leave or if her departure was connected to the allegation.
Brown came under fire after student Renee Morse-Heenan told the advocacy group that RSU's student activities office was blocking her attempts to create a student rights organization and refusing to let her distribute fliers about the organization.
RSU's code of conduct specifically allows students to distribute fliers without censorship.
"Here we had a student who wanted to found a student rights organization and was running into problems," said Adam Kissel, vice president of programs for FIRE. "We support students for advocating student rights on campus. That student and others were facing unacceptable difficulties."
In a letter to RSU President Larry Rice dated Aug. 30, Kissel said the restrictions against Morse-Heenan were unconstitutional and violated RSU's own policies.
He quoted emails sent to Larry Green, the faculty advisor of Morse-Heenan's organization, in which Brown allegedly claimed RSU had the right to limit students' speech and the distribution of their fliers. Brown said in one email she would not allow Morse-Heenan's fliers because they advertised that students have a right to post fliers on campus, which Brown claimed was wrong.
Kissel said Brown's rationale was not enforceable because a court ruling protects false statements under the freedom of speech. He also quoted RSU's student handbook, which says, "A student has the right to establish and/or disseminate publications free from any censorship or other official action controlling editorial policy on content."
FIRE had determined Morse-Heenan was following RSU's rules for establishing a student organization, Kissel said Friday.
"It looked like Renee had been doing everything she could," he said. "She got information from Ms. Brown that suggested that the process (of the student activities office) might violate freedom of association of student groups as well as their freedom of expression."
RSU's student government association approved the Organization for Advocating the Rights of Students this month, but FIRE said in an online article Oct. 12 that it doesn't ease all concerns – although the group praised RSU for acting so quickly after the letter to Rice.
The group criticized the university for allowing the student government association to vote on whether new student organizations should be recognized in the SGA. If organizations meet basic requirements, like establishing membership and leadership, the SGA should have no choice but to accept them, FIRE said.
"The possibility remains that other groups could fall victim to viewpoint discrimination, especially if (SGA) officials aren't clear on the criteria required for recognizing student organizations," FIRE said.
The group also said the university should not seek to control student organizations' accounts on Facebook, Twitter or other social media websites.
According to FIRE and Morse-Heenan, Brown told Morse-Heenan in an email that RSU prefers to let the student affairs office control organizations' social media accounts in order to limit duplicate accounts and ensure that control of an account does not fall to a student who has left the university.
Kissel claimed in his letter to Rice that a court decision in 2003 prohibits that kind of "cybergriping," and said it is not in RSU's authority to limit student organizations' use of social media.
Sources inside RSU's student government said Brown regularly attempted to limit student government's power and created a hostile environment for its leaders. The situation changed only after FIRE intervened, the sources said.
Kissel would not say whether he feels Brown's departure will benefit RSU.
"Whether an administrator who gets first amendment rights wrong consistently deserves to be fired, that's not something I'm prepared to say," he said. "Sometimes a person just needs to be corrected and whether someone needs to be fired is the decision of the university."
Adrean Shelly, president of RSU's SGA, said she could not comment on Brown's departure but promised the SGA will remain a positive force on campus.
"I believe SGA will keep on going forward and moving on and just keep doing great things for the students," she said.
Morse-Heenan was not available to comment extensively, but confirmed FIRE's reports.
Kissel said his organization has been advocating student rights for 11 years and has influenced policy changes in universities like Yale, Texas Tech and Delaware.
"We are completely non-partisan," he said. "Many students don't understand their first amendment rights and many students who exercise their first amendment rights are investigated and even punished."
He said universities that limit freedom of speech are "teaching students a wrong message."
FIRE's report on the issue: http://www.thefire.org/article/12349.html
FIRE's letter to RSU President Larry Rice: http://www.thefire.org/index.php/article/12348.html
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Mikele Leigertwood's first-half goal was enough to ensure Barnsley's poor end-of-season form continued as they were beaten 1-0 by QPR at Oakwell.
The 27-year-old lashed home an excellent effort effort against the run of play midway through the first half to settle a drab encounter devoid of many good opportunities.
QPR goalkeeper Radek Cerny had to be alert to deny Iain Hume and Hugo Colace in the first half but the hosts struggled to break down the stubborn visitors.
The defeat extended Barnsley's winless run to nine games, while QPR look to be ending their season on a high as they registered their third victory in four matches.
Barnsley boss Mark Robins made three changes to his side for their final home game of the season as Jon Macken, Bobby Hassell and Jacob Butterfield all came into the starting line-up.
Neil Warnock had resisted the temptation to play some of his youngsters against Watford on Monday, but midfielder Josh Parker made his first start for Rangers, while Tamas Priskin also came into the side.
The Tykes made a good start and Hume found space on the edge of the box and got his shot away but Cerny did well to parry the ball away.
QPR responded and Akos Buszaky tried his luck with a free-kick from 30 yards but Luke Steele in the Barnsley goal was equal to the effort.
Barnsley began to push for the opener and Hume dragged a shot wide from 20 yards before Jonathan Macken saw an effort well blocked by Peter Ramage.
However, just as it looked like the Tykes might break the deadlock, QPR went ahead with 27 minutes gone.
Hogan Ephraim did well down the right and played the ball to Leigertwood who made no mistake with a fine finish into the top left-hand corner from just outside the box.
Barnsley responded well to going behind with Adam Hammill and Macken both having efforts saved by Cerny.
Colace, who was named Barnsley player of the year this week, also had a 20-yard shot parried away by the former Spurs stopper.
The Tykes suffered a further blow before the break when Hammill was forced off injured and QPR almost compounded their misery but Priskin volleyed over.
Both sides made a tentative start to the second-half and the first meaningful chance fell to Butterfield who failed to test Cerny with a shot from 25 yards.
Warnock brought striker Jay Simpson on for Antonio German in a bid to give his side more impetus up front but the on-loan Arsenal man struggled to get into the game.
Barnsley pressed forward in search of the equaliser but the visitors were proving a tough unit to break down, much to the frustration of the Oakwell crowd.
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LARAMIE, Wyo. — A Wyoming man and a woman face felony charges on allegations that they kept the woman's 7-year-old in an outdoor cage on and off for three weeks, forcing the child to sleep in the enclosure even during rainstorms.
Deputies who went to the rural property outside Laramie on a tip last month say they found a wooden and metal cage outside the home. The enclosure contained a cot, a toothbrush, a bucket and other items.
Court documents say the mother referred to it as a playpen and said the child was kept there because of misbehavior. The man told deputies he disliked the child but kept the child in the cage to ensure safety, according to an affidavit.
The man and woman, who lived inside, each face one count of child abuse and three counts of felonious restraint, the Laramie Boomerang reported.
Neither defense attorney was available for comment Tuesday.
Albany County sheriff's deputies went to the property on Fox Creek Road after receiving a tip July 23 that the child was being kept in a cage outside a home there.
They discovered the cage was about 6 feet across, 5 feet tall, and constructed of cattle paneling and wooden snow fence.
Inside the cage, deputies discovered a cot, clothing, books, a toothbrush, toothpaste and a five-gallon bucket, according to court documents. A metal chain and "dog-leash-style latch" were allegedly used to keep the child locked in the enclosure.
Deputies said the child reported living in the cage on and off for three weeks, taking meals there and sleeping there overnight even when it rained.
The couple were arrested July 24.
At a circuit court hearing set for Thursday, a judge will determine whether the man should face charges in district court. The case against the mother already has advanced to district court.
A statement filed in court by investigators outlined one past report of child abuse and seven reports from welfare checks dating back to October 2013 received by the Albany County Sheriff's Office in reference to the child.
In the October 2013 report, a representative from the Wyoming Department of Family Services said the child reported having not eaten for a number of days and having to stay outside for several hours and take shelter in a vehicle to stay warm.
The Associated Press typically does not name victims of abuse and is withholding the man and woman's names to avoid identifying the child.
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Does Alexander Ludwig look familiar to you? You may remember him standing atop the cornucopia in The Hunger Games, blood dripping into his eyes as he tries to kill Jennifer Lawrence. His career has exploded since then: This month, he appears alongside Adam Sandler and Chris Rock in Grown Ups 2, and he was just named the Cultural Influence Director of RYU Apparel. Call it Cato's revenge.
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The Pet Travel Scheme already applies to Europe and other countries free of rabies. Owners of more than 75,000 cats and dogs have used the scheme to bring their pets into the UK without the six month quarantine period.
It will apply to the USA and Canada from 11 December. In the short term, animals will have to go into short stay quarantine - usually lasting just two or three days - while paperwork and microchips are checked.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Gemikal Prude will be returning to Lipscomb's campus with another impressive performance under his belt.
Prude was just one of 16 qualified participants in the NCAA I Indoor National Championships that took place Friday in Albuquerque.
Prude finished in ninth place with a jump spanning 2.15 meters.
The effort tied the best mark in school history. Prude broke the school record in the men's high jump in 2013 with a jump of 2.15 meters.
He is also the first male at Lipscomb to reach the national championships. He is the second athlete to reach the national championships behind sophomore Madi Talbert who made an appearance in last year's championships.
Prude will reconnect with the rest of the track and field team to take on the Shamrock Invite in Myrtle Beach, S.C., on March 20-22.


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Erdenet, with a population of nearly 75 000, is the second largest city in Mongolia and capital of Orhon province.
One of the world's large open pit copper mines is the reason for this city.
There is also a carpet factory.
Get around
It is possible to visit the open copper mine, the biggest copper mine in Asia. There is also a museum of the mine.
If you want to go back home with a Mongolian carpet, this is the place. There are small ones. Erdenet carpet was one of the first ISO 9001 certified companies in the country.
You can rent tourism material (but no vehicle) at Fiable.biz, a small company managed by a French. It's possible to give back in Ulaanbaatar the things your rented.
There are many restaurants in the downtown area. Including at least two Korean and one Chinese.
Get In
One daily night train leaving at 20:20 from Ulaanbaatar, arriving at 08:00. Four coaches daily, mini-vans and car service from Ulaanbaatar. First class train is about USD20. Dining car on the train with Mongolian food, juice, cokes, beer, snacks etc.. The second class ("common") train is the cheapest way to go to Erdenet: 6 800 MNT in May 2009. Mini-vans will then drive you from the station to the city centre (8 km from the station) for 700 MNT (May 2009). Coaches go from Ulaanbaatar for 11 000 MNT (May 2009) and can take more for extra luggage.
The highway is paved all the way from Ulaanbaatar, but it is two lane and not well maintained. Some people avoid the car and mini-van services because the drivers tend to drive too fast and there are many accidents.
It is possible to bicycle, but watch out for speeding cars.
Get out
An experimental web site giving train schedule is timetable. You are supposed to be able to order online, but it doesn't always work.
Four daily coach service to Ulaanbaatar, coach service to Bulgan City. Èrdènèt's coach station is at East of the city centre, at the extremity of Sùhbaatar street, in Builders square (Барилагчдын талбай, Barilagčdyn talbai).
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MicroBuses and cars (public "taxis") to Ulaanbaatar and Darhan, with no schedule: they leave when full.