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This weekend, a report revealing that African women immigrating to Israel were subjected to mandatory contraceptive injections, effectively amounting to forced (if temporary) sterilization made global headlines.
Some 130,000 Ethiopians, most of them Jewish, live in Israel. The community experiences higher poverty and unemployment rates than the rest of the country's Jewish population. In the past decade, the birth rate among Ethiopian-Israelis has declined by at least 20 percent. Advocacy groups now claim this decline is the result of a birth control regimen forced upon Ethiopian immigrant women.
According to an article in Haaretz, an Israeli news source, one Ethiopian immigrant said that the doctors who injected her claimed that "people who frequently give birth suffer." While it is possible, if highly unlikely, that doctors genuinely had the women's health in mind when they forcibly injected them with contraceptives, there is no excuse for depriving women sovereignty over their own reproductive choices.
Israel has acknowledged the issue (without admitting any wrongdoing) and has vowed institutional changes in healthcare for immigrants. By decree of Israel's health minister, gynecologists have been ordered "not to renew prescriptions for Depo-Provera for women of Ethiopian origin if for any reason there is concern that they might not understand the ramifications of the treatment." Still, intense scrutiny should be applied by women's groups and international organizations to make sure these changes are implemented in full. Moreover, more attention must be paid to the plight of vulnerable African immigrants around the world.
That Israel should allegedly engage in this activity is particularly shocking, considering the practice was widely used by the Germans throughout the Shoah. While the scale and effects of these operations cannot be compared, Israel's implicit intent to limit 'burdensome' (read: undesirable) portions of the population recalls the dark eugenics experiments of World War II.
Immigration, legal and otherwise, is a difficult and invariably sticky issue for developed nations. Israel, like the United States, has struggled to find a way to secure its borders and its population while dealing with a constant stream of immigrants from neighboring countries and, increasingly, the African continent. While admitting the difficult security issues that Israel faces, the international community must loudly and unanimously rebuke the systematic violations of human rights inflicted on women immigrants of African origin.
From a sociological perspective, this incident shows the strain between Israel's religious heritage and its modern political agenda. "Behold, the heritage of the Lord is sons, the reward is the fruit of the innards. Like arrows in the hand of a mighty man, so are the sons of one's youth. Praiseworthy is the man who has filled his quiver with them," the Torah proclaims. The involuntary sterilization of African immigrants suggests that the Jewish moral code (inextricably connected with Israel's domestic legal codes) can be selectively applied to those with 'desirable' backgrounds. It is hard, indeed almost impossible to believe that an American Jewish woman immigrating to Israel would be forced to take birth control.
Why did they see the need to do such a
thing to the African Jews
Don't tell me it was about immigrant Control because they are SAID to be a true Hebrew tribe
"the international community must loudly and unanimously rebuke the systematic violations of human rights inflicted on women immigrants of African origin."
So perhaps "the international community" would like to help provide for these immigrants and their offspring? Or perhaps offer them refuge?
While I grant this is a troublesome issue, these complaints remind me of Republicans who fight against birth control, but at the same time complain loudly about social programs that provide for needy children.
The argument is made repeatedly in the comments that the Israelis are racist and attempting to reduce or eliminate the Ethiopian population.
While you make some effort to tamp this down, the fact remains that Israel, while offering refuge under the law of return to any Jew, did not have to airlift 83,000 Ethiopian Jews to bring them to Israel.
If Israel objected to Ethiopian immigrants, it would not have airlifted 83,000. To put this in context, given the difference in populations, it is comparable to the US airlifting 4,150,000 Darfurians, and providing food, clothing, shelter, and vocational training.
It is interesting that, on one hand, Israeli claim that every Jew has the right to return to Israel, yet, calling Ethiopian Jews "refugees". Air lifting Ethiopian Falasha Jews to Israel to displace Palestinians in the occupied lands then injecting their women with drugs to limit their reproduction for over a decade is truly a screwed-up program. Why not allow them to reproduce and be more efficient in displacing more Arabs from their own land ? Maybe because these Ethiopians are not the desirable race ?! Israel is becoming more complacent in their crimes because they are getting away with it. unconditional political support by the US government and protection from international community is a license to kill. How many times did the US use its veto to protect Israel ? too many to the point that makes me wonder if Israel is practically are given a Veto right in the UN, albeit through their proxy US government.
the crimes of Israel is a thorn in the side of the international community and a shame to our collective conscious and as long as US politician are appeasing Israel for their own perceived political interests, rather than showing human decency and standing for human rights, then the problem will continue.
Actually Elise, Ethiopian Jews could not have come from Palestine and most likely were converted to Judaism while in their homeland, Ethiopia. There was no African Jewish tribe living in Palestine in historic times.
The right of return is more applicable to Palestinians who were displaced from their homeland in 1948 through organized terror inflicted by Jewish organizations such as Irgun and Haganah (Considered terrorist organizations by the UK).
The poor Ethiopians were used by the Israeli government in a political stunt for international sympathy and a mean for changing Palestine demographics but it seems that the Israelis now don't like that idea anymore.
Thanks. i have made the comparison between far-lefties and far-righties on many an occasion. Both groups have no qualms about discarding/distorting the facts/events when it suits their philosophy. Point in fact: quoting the author: "That Israel should allegedly engage in this activity is particularly shocking, considering the practice was widely used by the Germans throughout the Shoah. While the scale and effects of these operations cannot be compared, Israel's implicit intent to limit 'burdensome' (read: undesirable) portions of the population recalls the dark eugenics experiments of World War II." The Germans sterilized their experimental victims before killing them. Depo-Provera is a reversible form of birth control. Should the Ethiopians even have been offered Depo-Provera? Undoubtedly not. But the comparison between Nazi Germany and Israel is propaganda pure and simple. No nuance, no in-depth examination of the facts. People like this columnist, just make me look for counter opinions and factual articles, and make me want to reject their viewpoint out of hand.
I would like to see every female on the planet stop at two children so the planet can get it's second wind. Two children per females would mean the population would decrease over time bringing us back to say 3 billion in time, a great thing for the whole planet earth.
No soap radio. Let's talk when the Jews have another six million children just to get our second wind.
Dear incompetent author,
If it is too difficult for you to read more than just an articles title you should probably not be quoting it as a source. Because if you had, in fact, bother to read the very same article you linked to – in its entirety you would have realized that yet another incompetent author badly titled that article. The article itself in fact does mention that the instructions were – ONLY GIVE CONTRACEPTION IF THEY AGREE. I hope that this comment was in plain enough ENGLISH for you to understand and that you read beyond my title of incompetent author.
Thank you however, for showing us your clear bias of hatred towards Israel. Makes it easier for everyone to know where you stand.


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Sharper eyeing opportunity with Jets
There is an opening at free safety in New York following the Jets' decision to trade Kerry Rhodes to the Cardinals for two draft picks, and free-agent Darren Sharper said he's interested in filling the void.
Tomlinson meets with Jets
Free-agent RB LaDainian Tomlinson made a stop at Jets headquarters Friday as he met with team officials to discuss joining the club.
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Early winners and losers in free agency
Here's a look at the teams that have spent the most wisely to this point and which ones overextended themselves after the first weekend of free agency.
Cardinals obtain Rhodes in trade with Jets
Moving quickly to compensate for the departure of Antrel Rolle, the Cardinals announced they have agreed in principle to acquire S Kerry Rhodes from the Jets in exchange for Arizona's fourth-round selection in the 2010 NFL draft and seventh-round ...
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The release of Lito Sheppard was expected, as the Jets made it clear they would not be paying the $10 million roster bonus he was due this month.
Edwards receives highest tender from Jets
As expected, the Jets placed the highest possible tender on WR Braylon Edwards late Wednesday.
Jets tender Washington
The agent of RB Leon Washington, Alvin Keels, announced the Jets have tendered Washington at the second-round level.
Jets set to release Thomas Jones
The Jets announced Monday that they will be releasing RB Thomas Jones prior to Friday, making him an unrestricted free agent when the league year begins at midnight ET March 5.
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True to form, Jets head coach Rex Ryan couldn't have been more entertaining in his Combine interview with the national media.
Tannenbaum: Gholston needs to play better
The Jets are not ready to give up on OLB Vernon Gholston, GM Mike Tannenbaum said at the Combine Feb. 26.
The New York Jets have placed Hill on injured reserve, ending his season because of a knee injury.||||||| Hill, the Jets' second-round pick in April out of Georgia Tech, sprained the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee in the team's game at Jacksonville on Dec. 9. He did not travel with the Jets for their game at Tennessee Monday night. Hill started his season off strong with five catches for 89 yards and two touchdowns in the season opener against Buffalo, but struggled with a strained right hamstring and didn't record another reception until five weeks late
Hill is active for Sunday's game in Jacksonville.||||||| The New York Jets receiver, who was dealing with a knee injury, had been listed as questionable Friday.
Hill is active for the team's game against Indianapolis after missing a few weeks with a hamstring injury.||||||| Hill missed last Sunday's game against San Francisco with a hamstring injury.
Hill was terrific in his NFL debut, hauling in five receptions for 89 yards and two touchdowns Sunday in a 48-28 rout of Buffalo.||||||| Hill will surely be a popular add this week, but fantasy owners may want to take a wait-and-see approach with the talented rookie receiver. He'll face a much tougher Pittsburgh defense in Week 2.

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Some interesting articles worth quoting: Modern Buddhism and ideas of democracy
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Suffering is asking from life what it can never give you.
mindfulness, bliss and beyond (page 8) wrote:Do not linger on the past. Do not keep carrying around coffins full of dead moments
The paper, published in the academic journal Personality and Social Psychology Review, said "Most extant explanations (of a negative relation) share one central theme—the premise that religious beliefs are irrational, not anchored in science, not testable and, therefore, unappealing to intelligent people who "know better."
The answer may, however, be more complex. Intelligent people may simply be able to provide themselves with the psychological benefits offered by religion - such as "self-regulation and self-enhancement", because they are more likely to be successful, and have stable lives.
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The political economy of corruption: Capitalism undermines the patronage system
However, in order to effectively decrease the social practice coined "corruption", we must understand its functional logic in a social order. In a feudalistic regime based on personal relationships between patron and client, resource distribution and patronage of networks are not only vital, but embody the very functional logic of the system. Without the distribution of resources, the patronage system, behind the democratic facades the regime which matters would often collapse. In other words, corruption, nepotism, patronage are not illnesses to be cured, but are the very DNA of the patrimonial system. In a modern order, based on impersonal exchanges between much bigger groups of people over long distances, this social practice to prefer kin over strangers undermines the trust necessary for economic development. Modern polities therefore replace personal relationship based institutions with rules and merit-based institutions. This fundamentally changes the limit of authority of those in power: where the feudal lord had a birthright to "the fat of the land" (but would be wise to distribute it to buy the loyalty of his clients), the modern official can be sanctioned for the use of public funds for anything but the common good.
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To understand the politics of corruption, however, it is important to deconstruct how corruption is framed.
In the progressive discourse, the social practice of distributing resources into a private network is framed as a misappropriation of public funds. In other words, the corrupt official takes something which belongs to the public and uses it for his own personal gain. This is rooted in a deep feeling of social injustice, as the official owes his position either to his professional merit or the public who elected him.
As it is the raison d'être of conservatism to uphold the traditional system, conservatives fail to see or acknowledge that the system is inherently flawed. Hence, in the conservative discourse it must be immoral individuals who 'corrupt' society. Consequently, "bad people" must be "rooted out" and replaced with "good people". 'Good people', meaning the traditional feudal and technocratic elites, who cannot be corrupted by the logic as they are not elected. In Thailand, this belief is rooted in a discursive justification built upon Theravada Buddhist culture, which attributes moral integrity to high social status as this status reflects the good karma collected in a former life. Consequently, to "root out" a corrupt politician, the yellow alliance seeks to suspend the very mechanism which elevated these immoral usurpers into their (not rightful) place: elections.
gavesako wrote:Marc's piece is an outstanding contribution to the debate on the roots of Thailand's crisis and the current stalemate.
http://asiapacific.anu.edu.au/newmandal ... democracy/
gavesako wrote:Here is another opinion piece addressing the current situation in Thailand:
...At present, the clergy operates in a system of absolute monarchy. It is a hierachical, feudal, top-down and autocratic system which severely punishes criticism and ostracises those who dare to challenge it. When Thailand became a constitutional monarchy in 1932, the government scrapped the feudal hierarchy and titles, except in the Sangha Council. ...
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"I traditionally did not like New Blanace shoes because I found the too ridgid and slipped at my heel. I was having foot pain with Brooks so decided to give New Balance a try. I bought these shoes because they were not extremely supported but seemed flexible and supportive enough. After about a month my foot pain went away and I want to get a second pair in a different color for work."
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"I have been purchasing New Balance for several years, while the number on the shoe changed in the past, the design and comfort had not. These are the WORST! I was told that the number had changed from 811 to 812, but it was the same shoe. It clearly is not the same shoe. I think the change in the design of the sole of the shoe causes it to be very uncomfortable. I did not try to return the shoes to the New Balance Shoe store where I purchased them because I was sure they would not take them back as I did try to wear them, thinking that they just needed to be broken in. I wear orthotics in my shoes, which normally makes all shoes feel fine, but that is not the case for these shoes. Now I feel like I am stuck with a pair of shoes that I can not wear or return. WHY DID YOU CHANGE THE 811?? Very dissatisfied customer. I purchase New Balance for myself as well as my son, but I will have to look elsewhere."
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"I loved the 811 walking shoe and I know it was popular by the number of people I saw with this particular model. I echo the sentiment that the 812 is not an improvement. It doesn't seem to have the equivalent level of support that the 811 had. The 812 doesn't seem to have the toe width and comfort as the 811 did. I love New Balance shoes and they are a godsend if you have walking problems. I strongly suggest that New Balance bring back the design of the 811 shoe. Sometimes new and different isn't an improvement and companies feel that they are required to "update" a shoe. The 812 also looks like a cheap shoe in its style and quality. If it ain't broke don't fix it!"
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John W. Lewis, PhDWilliam Haas Professor of Chinese Politics, Emeritus; CISAC Faculty Member; FSI Senior Fellow, by courtesy
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The following is a collection of news items with mention of John Lewis found on various external websites using an automated process:
February 23rd, 2011
Visiting North Korea: Q&A with Siegfried HeckerMention of John Lewis via PhysicsToday.org (blog)
My colleague, John Lewis from Stanford University, had been having an ongoing track II dialog with the North Koreans since 1986. And in 2003 the situation was indeed very grim, in that North Korea had had some altercations with the US in 2002, ... Read more »
December 1st, 2010
Stanford's Hecker provides window into North Korea's nuclear activityMention of John Lewis via The Stanford Daily
Hecker was joined on the trip by visiting scholar Robert Carlin and emeritus professor John Lewis, both of CISAC. Though their guides at Yongbyon said the ... Read more »
November 30th, 2010
North Korea claims thousands of centrifuges for peaceful nuclear programMention of John Lewis via Examiner.com
... Hecker stated of his visit to the North Korean plant with two of his Stanford colleagues, John Lewis and Robert Carlin, "Our jaws just dropped." Read more »
Stanford's North Korea team of Siegfried Hecker and John Lewis keeps the world ...Mention of John Lewis via Stanford University News
Hecker recently returned from North Korea with CISAC colleagues John Lewis and Robert Carlin. It was Hecker's fourth trip since 2004, and Lewis' 20 th visit ... Read more »
November 22nd, 2010
Diehling with the Past and ExtraterrestrialsMention of John Lewis via The National Interest Online
But Stanford scholars Robert Carlin and John Lewis — who actually visited the North Korean uranium-enrichment facility "not two weeks ago" — urge policy makers ... Read more »


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"I will never stop looking for a better way to serve my clients," vows Robert Vasquez. He has worked in the restaurant industry and ran his own franchises for more than a decade. However, Vasquez remains grateful to the institution that prepared him to become the innovator and entrepreneur he is today.
"It was valuable to learn from professors who were scholars and experts in their field," Vasquez (B.S. '00) says. "I was immediately impressed with their caliber." He states the skills and industry knowledge gained from NSU's H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship gave him a career advantage.
"I forecasted a trend in technology towards web-based platforms. With the restaurant and hospitality industry, there is a lot of data entry. I thought if I can improve and automate a lot of those systems, this would translate to savings in time and overhead. This would then allow clients more time to work with customers and employees."
Experimentation with different technologies led Vasquez and his business partner to develop FactorFox. This web-based, factoring software helps new and existing businesses with their day to day transactions. According to Vasquez, the product is optimized for cost and comprehensive services. Robert is also helping small businesses by providing funds to businesses that qualify for factoring.
On the heels of FactorFox's success, Kitchen Porter Tech, LLC. was also developed by Vasquez. This software won him first place in the Miami Herald for "Best Business Plan Challenge." He explains, "Kitchen Porter Tech automates much of the work restaurant employees have to do. For example, say a customer orders a hamburger. The employee rings up a hamburger. Our software takes that data, checks the recipe, and deducts those items from inventory. This puts the user at a huge advantage."
Kitchen Porter Tech is also compatible with accounting and human resource functions. Companies can adjust the balance sheet, employees can ask for days off, and schedules can be managed from multiple locations.
But Vasquez hasn't stopped there. A new venture, Recipe-costing.com, is a free service that currently has over 900 subscribers in over 83 countries. "Recipe-costing.com is useful for any person who wants to open a restaurant business," explains Vasquez. "They use my software to see what the recipe would cost. With the popularity of custom cupcakes, we are seeing a lot of bakeries as new registrants." Robert is always looking to help other entrepreneurs and launched a blog site he maintains regularly for restaurant owners, management, and staff at www.starting-a-restaurant.com.With another product to be launched in six months, Vasquez is constantly working to deliver superior customer value. "I am lucky to have such a dedicated staff. Not only here, but overseas as well," he says. When Vasquez launches his next product, surely the world-and his proud alma mater-will be watching.


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Utah Western Desert Ranges > Lowe Peak > Climber's Log
Lowe Peak Climber's Log
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|Oquirrh Ski Tou
Date Climbed: Jan 21, 2014
|After one prior attempt we made the summit on a long loop traverese from Ophir Canyon. Ophir Canyon --> Rocky Peak --> Corn Peak --> Lowe Peak --> Unnamed Peak --> Ophir Canyon
|Posted Jan 21, 2014 1:07 pm
Date Climbed: Oct 1, 2000
|WMC hike led by byates. Beautiful fall day. My first visit to the Oquirrhs. Wow, I just checked and I actually spelled Oquirrh right on the first try.
|Posted Dec 22, 2010 2:37 pm
|Scout Trip
Date Climbed: Jul 9, 2010
|Great peak we did it as a backpacking trip. Started in Ophir canyon camped at the cabin south of Dead Ox Pass. Next day packed over the peak continued north and dropped down the valley on the north side.
|Posted Jul 29, 2010 6:33 pm
|Via Ophir
Date Climbed: Jun 21, 2010
|Did you know there are 13 stream crossings on this one from the end of the Ophir Road? We went up the west drainage to the ridge and then back via Dead Ox pass (where we saw about 60 elk) The ridgeline that is north of Dead Ox pass looks like the best way to go up and down this one. Did this with my son in law who is vacationing from Washington state. 3500 feet of elevation gain is a great conditioner. The scenery back in there is beautiful.
|Posted Jun 21, 2010 9:41 pm
|Climbed this peak twice
Date Climbed: Mar 13, 2009
|I climbed this in March of 2009 and in May of 2009 leading a WMC trip. Both times via Ophir Canyon and Dead Ox Pass. Saw about 200 elk on the May trip. A beautiful peak especially when viewed from the north. Would like to traverse over to Rocky Peak someday. Also, what is with that old comm's shack west of the summit with all of the old decaying batteries in it?
|Posted May 9, 2010 10:26 pm
|First of 5 peaks
Date Climbed: May 8, 2010
|Did a great loop out of Ophir Canyon starting with Lowe, ending on East and West Bald Mountains. Pics and map at http://www.willhiteweb.com/oquirrh_mountains/lowe_peak/sharp_bald_071.htm
|Posted May 9, 2010 3:04 am
|ski tour from Ophir Canyon
Date Climbed: Feb 7, 2009
|Several inches of very fresh snow made it possible to ski all the way from the parking area, excluding numerous creek crossings. Many sunny or windward aspects were virtually devoid of previous snow at all elevations, but we were able to ski from a couple hundred feet down from the summit. The weather was supposed to be mostly cloudy, but we had a lot of nice periods of relatively clear weather, though we couldn't see anything from the summit. It was a very warm day for February. The solitude was very nice, but from the summit ridge we could hear automatic weapons firing in the distance on the SL valley side (!)
|Posted Feb 8, 2009 1:29 pm
|Via Ophir Canyon
Date Climbed: Feb 7, 2009
|Skinned up with a group of five others via Ophir Canyon. It took us six hours to summit. The west aspect was very wind swept but we found a drainage with plenty of snow to ski down. Nice place, I enjoyed the solitude. There is a warm spring in Ophir Canyon which feeds a creek we had to ford several times on the approach.
|Posted Feb 7, 2009 9:11 pm
|Great fall colors
|Via Ophir Canyon the aspens were spectacular.
|Posted Dec 8, 2008 12:27 pm
|mtn runr
|Lowe Pk from Butterfield Canyon
|I've climbed this peak many times from Butterfield Canyon, including one memorable trip during the general deer season when we really shouldn't have been there. Another time I found a Golden Eagle, freshly dead, with no obvious sign of trauma (a natural death?) Of course I would be admitting to a crime if I said I took primary wing feathers and claws, so I won't say that.
|Posted Apr 10, 2006 11:13 pm
|Route Climbed: Ophir Canyon Date Climbed: May 14, 2005
|We had the whole place to ourselves.
|Posted Jun 6, 2005 11:37 am
Date Climbed: May 11, 1996
|Nice peak. Climbed via West Canyon with my father, and cousin Mike Capps (from Idaho). Lots of post-holing!
|Posted May 17, 2005 10:06 am
|Joseph Bullough
|Route Climbed: Ophir Canyon Date Climbed: May 14, 2005
|Climbed on a sunny spring day from Ophir Canyon. Followed the south ridge from Dead Ox Pass, then descended the west slopes. Afternoon heating made the snow so soft we were post-holing even with snowshoes.
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DePaul has also been mentioned as a potential landing place for Theus, but there has been a rotating array of names there. The biggest: UCLA's Ben Howland, rumored to be offered a whopping, multiyear deal.College Basketball Nation Blog - ESPN If this is true then something is not right in Westwood. This would be a real shocker! Look, like any good Trojan, I hate UCLA but Howland is nuts to leave his dream job. I mean it's not like DePaul is all that.
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KIRKLAND, Wash. -- The City of Kirkland is calling in the dogs to help figure out a bacteria problem in their waterways.
Juanita Creek is a five mile stretch of water that moves through the heart of Kirkland before flowing into Lake Washington. Over the next two days the city's Department of Public Works is taking water samples along the route to try and determine if and where harmful bacteria is getting in.
"We are vigilant about keeping our waters safe in Kirkland," said Ryean-Marie Tuomisto of Public Works, "and we need to monitor and protect it as best we can."
With that in mind, the Kirkland and King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks have hired specially trained dogs from Environmental Canine Services Inc. The dogs will specifically be searching for human fecal matter.
"The dogs can detect through scent, the bacteria," said Karen Reynolds of Environmental Canine Service Inc. "It's important to clean up the bacteria, because it not only affects swimming areas and the safety of people, but it also affects shellfish and fish in the water."
Crews will collect water samples from both Kirkland's Juanita Creek and Seattle's Thornton creek. The sample will then be brought to the parking lot at Juanita Beach in Kirkland. That's when Molly, a border collie, and Crush, an Australian cattle dog, go to work.
"The dogs will go to each water bucket and if it's contaminated with human fecal matter, the dogs will alert us." said Tuomisto.
The marked samples will then go to the lab for further analysis. In the meantime, crews will go back to the locations where the contamination was found and look for the source.
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Jordan: Intensive Arabic Language Studies (Summer)
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Key Features
The Jordan: Intensive Arabic Language Studies program gives students of wide-ranging levels, including beginners, an exceptional opportunity to learn Arabic through deep and meaningful integration in the cultural context of Jordan. Through classroom learning as well as time in the field, students learn and improve their usage and understanding of Modern Standard Arabic and Jordanian Colloquial Arabic. Complementary educational excursions outside of Amman reveal to students Jordan's rich heritage, culture, and geography while providing exceptional opportunities to practice their enhanced language skills.
Program Objectives
Students acquire not only basic vocabulary but the practical communication skills, including culturally appropriate gestures, necessary to communicate in a variety of everyday situations with native speakers.
Specific course objectives include:
- Learning autobiographical data (including names, state of health, description of family and home, and city of residence), along with appropriate cultural signs and gestures
- Mastering proper pronunciation
- Engaging in simple conversations on a range of everyday topics
- Learning how to give and receive directions
- Ordering food and drink, and reading a menu in a traditional Arabic restaurant
- Using the number system, telling time, and understanding how to deal with money in Arabic
- Reading and telling selected stories in Arabic; this helps develop and enhance listening comprehension skills
- Writing a 100-word essay in Arabic about topics related to everyday life
- Communicating comfortably at a basic level with native speakers
- Developing the tools necessary to increase language proficiency independently
- Developing conversational proficiency as a solid foundation for further learning
SIT Center
All Arabic classes in Amman take place at the SIT Center located in the neighborhood of Abdoun, an upscale community in West Amman. Abdoun Circle, a hub for restaurants and cafes, is approximately 10 minutes by foot from the SIT Center, making it highly accessible to program participants. Classes are held at the Center from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. The Center offers a number of important amenities including a language and cultural library, a quiet study room, wireless internet, and satellite TV broadcasting live Arabic news channels.
Amman, the modern and ancient capital of Jordan, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The city's modern buildings blend with the remnants of ancient civilizations. Students discover the city's profusion of gleaming white houses, kebab stalls with roasting meat, and tiny cafes boasting rich Arabian coffee. Well known as a welcoming and relatively small city, students frequently explore the city's many hidden treasures by foot.
While in Amman, students have the opportunity to visit the Roman Amphitheater, an imposing monument set into the side of a mountain. The amphitheater is one of Amman's most impressive cultural assets, built under Emperor Antoninus Pius (138-161 AD).
The Jordan Festival
Students may have the unique opportunity to attend the Jerash Festival of Culture and Arts, an annual international cultural event featuring famous Arabic poets, singers, and writers. Jerash is one of the most famous and well preserved Roman provincial cities in the world and since 1980 has been the host of this major international festival. The 2009 program includes the Moscow Ballet's Cinderella, a flamenco performance by Ara de Madrid, a contemporary dance play by Jollanar from Syria, and a Japanese poetry and music performance by Keiko Koma, among many other performances.
Duration: 7 weeks
Program Base: Amman
Language Study: Arabic
Prerequisites: None
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ESPN.com's Pierre LeBrun has obtained a letter sent by the NHLPA to a member of Canada's Parliament. Below is the unedited letter:
November 19, 2012
Dear Member of Parliament:
As the lockout approaches the eleventh week, I wanted to provide you with a brief update of the status of bargaining between the NHLPA and the NHL.
On October 26, 2012, the league officially informed the NHLPA that they had withdrawn their latest proposal and had cancelled regular season games until the end of November. This move was deeply disappointing for all hockey fans and everyone who makes their living from hockey, including the players. Since that time, the NHL has also cancelled the Winter Classic.


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Alpenrail is one of the largest model railway layouts in Australia exhibiting such incredible craftsmanship to be rated as one of the top 5 models worldwide! Some of the model represents a real area in Switzerland that has been recognized by countless visitors. For more information about the model visit our "About Us" page.
Alpenrail now also features "Wildwoods Realm of Feary", our beautifully landscaped Fairy Garden, the home of countless fairies, elves, goblins. Here you will find lovely fairy houses, fairy figurines and statues scattered throughout the gardens. The fairy gardens are a little girls delight, and a pleasure for adults to stroll around. Fairy wings are available to wear whilst in the gardens. For more information visit the "Fairy Gardens" pages.
We will endeavor to provide you with some information about our Tourist Attractions and we hope that you will get the opportunity to visit us to fully experience this little bit of Switzerland in Claremont, Tasmania, as well as our tranquil garden of fantasy.
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EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) -- Former President Bill Clinton is set to appear in Eau Claire today to stump for President Barack Obama. Meanwhile, Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan is expected to appear at events today in Eau Claire, Green Bay and Racine.
WAUSAU, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin Public Service Corporation restored power to the 11,000 customers who lost service last night. The utility says the customers in the Wausau area lost electricity because of a substation failure.
WAUSAU, Wis. (AP) -- Marathon County officials say a pedestrian was hit last night by a police squad car. The person was taken to a hospital with unknown injuries after the crash near a motel.
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin Natural Resources officials are launching a new online map that details 1.1 million acres of private land that's open for public hunting, fishing and other recreational activities. Landowners who enroll in the DNR's managed forest program get breaks on their property taxes.
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FORT WORTH – Diana Kay Clark, 64, of Fort Worth, died Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in a Fort Worth hospice facility.
Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel. The family will have a memorial service at a later date. Galbreaith Pickard is in charge of arrangements.
She was born March 9, 1949, to Scott and Marie Clark. Because Diana had a passion for traveling, she became a truck driver so she could truly enjoy and benefit from her job.
She is survived by her children, Ashley Amburn, and husband Chris, and Scott McGuffie and wife, Tahnya, all of Weatherford; sister, Jan Moore, of Fort Worth; and grandchildren, Kalyn, Kristen, Ian, Cameron, Kristian, Makayla and Nykole.
Diana was preceded in death by her parents; and a daughter, Christy Chasteen.
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RALEIGH — A silver, three-wheeled vehicle inspired by a Mars rover is taking a group of Leesville Road Elementary students all the way to Iowa.
The students wont actually be riding the vehicle they designed until they arrive at the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals at Iowa State University in late May.
But the months of creative thinking and teamwork that went into the vehicle are what earned them a spot at the finals, which brings together teams from all over the world for what could be called an imagination competition.
Odyssey of the Mind asks students to solve long-term problems with a variety of outlandish parameters for how they show off their solution in themed presentations or skits.
This year problems included designing a vehicle that had two types of propulsion systems, building a balsa wood structure to hold weights, and giving an original performance about a community that feels threatened by something in a location it has never visited.
The students also solve spontaneous problems or brain teasers and puzzles at the competition itself.
The Leesville team is one of three from Raleigh that earned a spot in the competition after finishing first or second in their division and problem category at the state contest earlier this month.
Its been really cool to watch these kids work together as a team, said Andy Plaice, a coach of the Leesville team.
Most of the students on the team had never participated in OM and had to learn how to work together to share ideas, he said.
For Aidan Plaice, 10, working with other kids is one of the best parts.
We were able to make friends with people we normally wouldnt have he said.
The McOmers, a group sponsored by Southbridge Fellowship church, are headed to the finals with their original performance about a threatened community. While its the first year for the team under the Southbridge name, many of the students did OM together as students at Sycamore Creek.
Joining together through the church was a way to continue working together as many of the teammates headed off to different middle schools.
Andy Moore, the coach at Southbridge, said its been interesting to watch as the team members grow older and become increasingly independent.
While theres more they can do on their own, their enthusiasm for the program hasnt waned a bit.
They're already talking about next year, he said.
The third group, from Partnership Elementary School, qualified for the Worlds Finals with a balsa wood sculpture that held 163 pounds at the state competition.
The trip to the finals comes with a hefty price tag, and the teams are raising money. Leesville has set up a donation page at indiegogo.com/projects/help-us-get-to-odyssey-of-the-mind-world-finals.
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Other Ingredients: Calcium phosphate, cellulose, modified cellulose gum, stearic acid (vegetable source), magnesium stearate (vegetable source), silicon dioxide and vanilla.
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As part of our 40th Anniversary, the Zoo is offering four special weekends to our neighbors in Randolph County. With a photo ID, Randolph County residents will receive free admission to the Zoo on August 2 & 3, 9 & 10, 16 & 17 and 23 & 24. More
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BUGS An Epic Adventure
Come eye-to-antenna with giant animatronic bugs, then encounter the real ones in our live bug encounter dome. Learn more about these unusual creatures that make up 96% of animal life on earth.
RIO The 4-D Experience
March 29-October - Open Daily 10 a.m.
When the last blue macaws on Earth, Blu and Jewel, are captured, they must work together as they embark on a 4-D journey through Rio de Janeiro, finding courage, friendship and maybe even love along the way.
Young Gorillas Staying At North Carolina Zoo Jul. 23, 2014
Zoo Council And Society Board Set Joint Meeting Jul. 17, 2014
FREE Attractions Offered During Visitor Appreciation Day at the N.C. Zoo Jul. 15, 2014
Zoo Camps
N.C. Zoo Camp is a great way for kids to learn about animals and our natural environment in an outdoor setting. Registration begins April 1, 2014.
Solar Pointe Pavilions
The Zoo rents the picnic pavilions for catered events and the pavilions will include interactive graphics explaining how solar power generation works. More about Solar Pointe and to see a live readout of Solar Pointe Power.


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Executive Committee of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage
In order to guide the implementation of functions of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and
Damage, Parties established an Executive Committee at COP 19 (November 2013). The Executive Committee
will function under the guidance of, and be accountable to, the COP, and report annually to the COP through
the SBI and SBSTA.
The composition of and procedures for the Executive Committee will be decided at COP 20 (December 2014).
For the information related to the interim membership of the Executive Committee, please click
In accordance with the mandate, the Executive Secretary, in consultation with the President of the
Conference of the Parties, convened the initial meeting of
the Executive Committee, which took place from 25 to 28 March 2014 in Bonn, Germany.
The interim members of the Executive Committee held an information event during SB40 in Bonn, Germany, to
share information on the process to fulfil its mandate, and to call for inputs for the
Excom's draft workplan. For the inputs received in response, please click here.
NOTE: The resumed initial meeting scheduled to take place on 31 July and 1 August
has been postponed to a later date, exact dates to be confirmed.
For further information on the Loss and Damage workstream, please click here.
© 2014 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change


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August 2, 2014
A teenager who lives across the street from ECU's Dowdy Ficklen Stadium is accused of selling drugs there.
Nineteen-year-old Cory McCormick is charged with possession with intent to manufacture, sell and distribute a schedule I controlled substance and maintaining a dwelling to sell drugs.
McCormick's address is listed on the 1500 block of Charles Boulevard right across from the ECU athletics stadium complex. It is not clear if McCormick is a student at the school or not.
His bond is set at $50,000.


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On March 5th, Angelenos will have to decide between continuing in the same direction, with the same politicians, or trying something new with a new kind of leader. As a city, we're at the brink of bankruptcy. We're uninspired, we're unemployed, hell, we're unimpressed. I know I am. The next Mayor will have to solve the difficult problems that our current politicians either created or ignored. To do that, we need a mayor who understands what it's like to be underserved, to be hungry, to struggle.
I'm running for Mayor because I understand LA's problems and the solutions better than the other candidates (Eric Garcetti, Wendy Greuel, Kevin James, Jan Perry). I was born in South L.A., raised on the eastside by a single mother, and went to public schools. I understand because I'm actually running a grassroots campaign. My campaign is about giving a voice to all of LA's communities, which means talking to everyone. Every day, my team and I walk the streets all over L.A., including South LA, Boyle Heights, Pico Union, and Pacoima. The reason Angelenos are undecided, unhappy, and unexcited is because they've been over promised and under represented.
Take a look at our city workers. Our elected officials promised them pension benefits the city could never afford. Now, not only will they not get the benefits they deserve, but the city is cutting funds from the parks, schools, and streets.
Our people are unemployed, our students aren't graduating, and the people with the most need getting the least attention.
People didn't come here from all over the world for this. You'll hear them blame the economy, but we have streets in South LA and Pacoima without sidewalks. That's not new, that's not the economy's fault, that's neglect and irresponsibility.
We need someone who understands the economy and the underserved. I've worked in the private sector as a management consultant and a technology executive, and I was the only Angeleno selected by President Obama to manage his Economic Recovery Team.
LA has so much untapped potential. New results require new leaders and new ideas. I'm not an alternative choice, I'm the only choice for Angelenos that are tired of our mediocre past. We can't keep accepting baby steps as real progress. I will create an LA where resources and investments are directed to communities where they can make the most impact. An LA where our students graduate, are trained, and can get the jobs of their choice. An LA where the government listens and responds to its people. We have a chance to make our government functional again. I'm here because I take that chance seriously. I'm here because over 1000 people signed and put me on the ballot. I'm here because you deserve better than what you've had for the last 10 years.
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Part one in a series of portraits from Sydney, Australia captured using the MŌVI, a handheld stabilized camera gimbal allowing a new era of stabilized cinematography.
Equipment: The MŌVI M10, Canon 1DC HDDSLR, Canon 24mm Cinema Prime, Heden Carat follow focus, Small HD DP4 / DP7 Pro monitors
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Featuring Mariah Jakosky
Designer and Owner of Riah Swimwear
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Worn With A Smile
Music: Tony Anderson
Track: Svay Pak
From: The Music Bed
SURFER - behind the scenes
A behind the scenes look at the making of 'SURFER' shot using the MŌVI M10 handheld stabilized camera gimbal.
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BTS footage: Eric Downer
Another massive winter swell hit Sydney's coast over the last week generating monster sized waves putting on an impressive display of power and beauty along the coastline.
People spend hours and hours perched atop the cliffs at Bronte (pronounced Bron-tee) marvelling at the sheer power of waves crashing ashore observing surfers taking on the huge swells. What do people think about as they look out onto the huge swells rolling in and crashing up against the shore? Always wondered.... it appears to be quite therapeutic for so many people.
As it was a southerly swell generated by a huge low pressure system off Australia's southern most point in Tasmania only a couple of Sydney's city beaches are rideable in these conditions.
Bronte, my favourite beach and local, being one of them.
This is PURE BRONTE.....
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Track: Nothing Brings Me Down
Artist: Emiliana Torrini
My Kinda Crazy
The first time editing some writing to music and motion imagery - a bit anxious about posting something so personal - meeting this girl was such a bright part of last year, followed by sadness & a drift into unexplained silence from a beautiful soul.
Sadly.... we no longer speak.
A BIG winter swell hit the Australian east coast recently, conditions were very special due to the tide, offshore westerly winds, sand banks and size of the swell all combining perfectly.
Tama doesn't break like this very often.
Tourists and Sydney-siders perched along coastal vantage points whilst experienced surfers took on the massive pacific swells.
Here's a visual story illustrating the beautiful part of Australia we call Sydney's eastern beaches.
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Music: Hometown Glory, ADELE
Australian Time-lapse Montage 2012
Featuring 3-axis motion control & static sequences captured in Melbourne, Sydney + Lake Eyre in South Australia;
Cityscape from building rooftop, Shrine of Remembrance, various CBD locations, St Kilda, Flinders St Station, 2012 Australian Open Tennis (Rod Laver Arena), Eureka Tower, Rooftop Bar (with outdoor cinema), Parliement House
Sculptures By The Sea, North Bondi, Bradleys Head, Mrs Macquaries Chair, Sydney Opera House during Vivid Sydney Festival
All 3-axis motion control moves captured using the Camblock:
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Track: To Build A Home
Artist: The Cinematic Orchestra