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Top 5 TV Shows on Indian Television in September 2012
Posted by Administrator on September 25, 2012 - (0)
Mahadev on Life OK was biggest surprise this month which jumped 7 positions to settle at Number 3 slot in daily shows. In weekend shows DID Superkids baged the number 1 slot after kicking KBC 2012 out to number 2 slots. KBS returned in 2012 with a bang and topped in the TVR ratings surpassing every other show. But, it could not hold on to it position even for another weeks. I think the show and AB both have gone old and it requires much required new lease of Life with some better masala.
Let us have a look at some of the top shows with their TVR ratings –
Diya Aur Baati Hum – 5.3
Balika Vadhu – 4.7
Mahadev – 3.9
Bade Achche Lagte Hain – 3.9
Saathiya – 3.6
The ratings for weekend shows are as follows –
DID Superkids – 4.6
Jhalak Dikhhla Ja – 3.2
Crime Patrol – 3.1
Diya Aur Baati Hum is continuously holding to the top position week after week and the 2nd position holder Balika Vadhu is nowhere near it. This show is undisputed king since its launch and is holding up to its charm. With top of the class acting, down to earth people, good story line and lots of drama, the show is not going to diminish any where soon if the main leads hold on to their roles.
Star Plus and Colors are leading with equal number of popular shows right now with them but things are going to change with Big Boss comming soon with which Colors will have an edge over others.
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Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 2012 Finals
Posted by Administrator on September 25, 2012 - (0)
Who do you think will be the winner of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa in the finals? The dance reality show is all set for the finals as all four contestants are finalized. All the fans of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa are eagerly waiting for the finals. Who would take the trophy, well, it is just 6 days to know that.
In my opinion Isha Sharvani is the hot favorite. She has been consistently doing well and getting lots of accloads from the judges. Not to mention the nearly 100% score they bagged every week. She is a professional acrobat trainer and an actor which establishes her as a great potential winner.
Rithvik Dhanjani is the closest competitor with good looks and great body. He is also very consistent and best in the male dancers. Lot of times he out shadowed the choreographer with his dancing.
Rashmi Sandhu, a popular TV actress and a trained classical dancer better known as Tapasya from Uttaran is also a good dancer but lacks winner materials.
Gurmeet Chaudhary. a television actor, married yet very popular with girls. He is well known for his role of Lord Rama in Ramayan. He is very hard working and is a good dancer.
Now only time will tell as to who will be the winner. In your opinion, who do you think will walk away with the trophy?
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Satyamev Jayate – Not just any Another TV Show
Posted by Administrator on May 11, 2012 - (0)
Yes, the effects of the much awaited and widely watched Satyamev Jayate is already visible on the ground. Just 3 days after Aamir Khan's show on TV Satyamev Jayate was aired that included highly sensitive topic of female feticide, Madhya Pradesh Government agency has suspended licenses on Medical Termination of Pregnancy centers as they defaulted to submit the reports as required. Near to 65 licenses were cancelled.
These suspensions are supposed to be revoked if these MTP centers might be able to submit their updated prescribed forms by 7th May 2012.
Aamir Khan also met Ashok Gehlot, the Rajasthan Chief Minister as he promised on TV. He appealed to the CM to take actions against the old cases of female foeticide cases in the state in a fast track court as per the 7 year old sting operation that exposed these cases in Rajashthan but for which actions were not taken.
On a hilarious front, Rakhi Sawant accused Aamir Khan for stealing concept of "Satyamev Jayate", which according to her is based on her show "Rakhi Ka Insaaf" which was shifted to late night slot because of the type of content it had.
Will Aamir Khan's TV show could replace the Sunday morning slot long back dominated by Mahabharata and Ramayana aired on DD long back is yet to be seen. The amount of response that the pilot episode is getting is more than expected and is for good. Could this show unite India against the social evils as a cricket match does in terms of entertainment is yet to be seen. Best of luck Aamir Khan and do not listen to the critics, whole nation is with you.
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Whenisdate.com – An online Indian Festival Calendar
Posted by Administrator on August 5, 2010 - (0)
Whenisdate.com is the newest offering from vadisolutions which is aimed at providing dates for Indian Holidays. It is going to be a one stop calendar for all the Indian holidays and festivals. This website is also going to feature an online Panchang.
Whenisdate.com will give dates of Indian holidays for the current year as well as the dates for next 10 years. The importance of this website is immense as people might require knowing the dates for festivals and their Panchang might be out of their reach. So bookmark this website and lookout for all their updates.
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Poll – Most promising TV Actress
Posted by Administrator on April 5, 2010 - (68)
Who do you think is the most promising and upcoming TV actress on Indian Television in 2010?
Shilpa Anand, Drashti Dhami, Sanaya Irani, Rati Pandey (in the Order)
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Indian Idol 5 2010 – Launch date confirmed
Posted by Administrator on April 2, 2010 - (4)
Sony Entertainment Television has confirmed the launch date of Indian Idol 5. The most popular and the mother of reality show in India is returning with its 5th season and is going to start from Monday 26th April 2010.
The date is finalized based on the ongoing "Indian Premier League" cricket which is running on Sony's sister channel MAX (India). This hugely popular live telecast will end the week before.
Indian Idol 2010 will have 2 new judges including popular singers Sunidhi Chauhan and Salim Merchant.
Abhijit Sawant and Prajakta Shukre in all probability would host the show.
Wizcraft Production is most likely to replace Miditech as producers of the new series. Auditions for Indian Idol 5 are going on from the beginning of March.
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Rajesh Khanna in Bigg Boss 3
Posted by Administrator on October 27, 2009 - (4)
The veteran actor is going to enter Bigg Boss 3 as a wild card entry.
Rajesh Khanna recently won Lifetime Achievement Award at IIFA 2009 held at Bangkok. He will soon be entering the house of Bigg Boss 3. He will be entering the house as wild card entry in next 2-3 weeks. Colors approached him before the launch of the show but he denied being part of it as he wanted to drink inside the house.
Now, he has changed his mind. He is ready to be part of the show and give up drinking for the period. He will be paid the highest amount as the participation fees among all contestants.
After the exit of KRK, Rajesh Khanna's entry would again boost the sinking TRP rating for the show. It will be quiet interesting how Original Super Star will interact with the current Super Star.
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Do Reality T.V Show Give Cruel Entertainment?
Posted by Administrator on February 20, 2009 - (3)
Entertainment is what TV is all about. The producers of television programs like to entertain their audience to the best extent possible, even if it means indulging in cruel entertainment. This is exactly what TV reality shows are doing. Many of the contestants participating in it are fed up with the programs as they have to grow through grueling ordeal. Let us understand these phenomena better?
Viewers like to see the contestants in reality shows go through oppressive conditions and situations. Programmers are keen to satisfy such demands of the public, even if it means the contestants are at great risk.
The celebrities go through this ordeal to "prove their humanity" to the public according to The Times Columnist Caitlin Moran.
How Do T.V Reality Show Give Cruel Entertainment?
- Television producers ask celebrities to indulge in activities or be in situations that give cheap thrills. For example, Natalie Appleton quit the program "I,m a Celebrity – Get me Out of Here(UK) after she had to plunge into the glass tanks that contained live animals and putrid waste.
- Brian Harvey ex-E17 singer sunk his teeth into pies that were filled with insects.
- Danniella Westbrook, actress, in the reality show I'm a Celebrity (UK) claimed that her participation in the show in 2003 was affecting her recovery from drug addiction.
- Emma Greenwood contestant on reality show Big Brother (UK) was asked to spy on her fellow contestants from a hidden bedsit.
- Contestants also dress up to the extent of being naked. Reality shows have been conducted concerning naked beauty pageant.
- These programs prey on those who suffer from mental health problems and depression.
- Some times a contestant is asked to drop his pants in public by a security guard at a reputed television house.
- Contestants are subjected to humiliation.
- Bullying of the contestants is something enjoyed by viewers.
- Contestants who do not perform well in auditions are humiliated in front of the viewers. It is psychological trauma for the participant to undergo such open criticism.
From these above observations, it is quite evident that reality shows are entertainment in cruel form. Many viewers are beginning to dislike such programs, although they do attract a large audience.
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Indian Idol 4 – The Heat is ON
Posted by Administrator on April 6, 2008 - (97)
The most famous Indian musical reality show is back with a bang for its season 4 episodes – Indian Idol 4. Indian idol is one of the best platform for budding singers based on UK's top reality show 'Pop Idol' & America's American idol. Sony Entertainment Television is once again all set to bring 4th season of this popular series.
The audition for Indian Idol is going to start from April 7th 2008. The place and date details are as given below:
April 7th & 8th – Ahmedabad
April 9th & 10th – Amritsar
April 12th & 13th – Bangalore
April 13 & 14th – Guwahati
April 15th & 16th – Kolhapur
April 16th & 17th – Varanasi
This will be followed by Gwalior, Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkatta, Lucknow and Mumbai.
2 judges are finalised for Indian Idol 4 – Javed Akhtar & Anu Mallik. I wish Anu Mallik is making great money out of Indian idol as we are hearing less of his music.
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Vote for RAJA Hasan at saregamapa 2007
Posted by Administrator on October 6, 2007 - (11)
To vote for Raja Hasan
SMS RAJA to 57575
From your mobile You can call 1904424757504 form your BSNL/MTNL fixed landline phone
Call 51234944 from Reliance
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Indian Idol 3 Auditions
Posted by Administrator on February 14, 2007 - (654)
Lot of confusion is there about the processes of the auditions, audition centers and registrations for Indian Idol 3 going to be held somewhere in the mid of 2007. According to the Sony TV website, method of registration for Indian Idol 3 auditions are as follows:
You have to make a call or send sms to a perticular number given below in order to register for auditions-
- Call 5052525 – For Hutch / Idea / Airtel users
- Call 1255525 – For BSNL / MTNL mobile users
- SMS: Idol to 2525*
The charges for this service will be upto Rs 6 per min(calls) & SMS charges utpo Rs 3 per sms
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Indian Idol 3 Updates
Posted by Administrator on February 9, 2007 - (326)
Farah Khan quits Indian Idol 3
It was confirmed earlier that Sonu Nigam will not be seen as celebrity judge of Indian Idol 3. Now another judge Farah Khan will also not be seen in the third season of Indian Idol episodes. Reason, she is too busy with her next movie Om Shanti Om. Now only one judge i.e. Anu Malik, will be available for the show at Indian idol 3. People will miss both Sonu Nigam & Farah Khan in the seductive and addictive singing talent hunt based reality game show.
Rumors are taking rounds for the probable judges and the most prominent on the chart is Himesh Reshammiya. Let us wait and see who would get the role left behind by Sonu & Farah.
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Woh Rehne Waali Mehlo Ki – Latest Update
Posted by Administrator on February 9, 2007 - (148)
Sahara One TV Channel is at its best these days with promising soaps and fantastic movies. The USP of Sahara one is the simplicity of its soaps. "Woh Rehne Waali Mehlo Ki" in particular is right now THE BEST serial on Indian Television Channels. With the current battle of soaps in retaining viewer ship, "Woh Rehne Waali Mehlo Ki" is the one which has proved its mantle since it was launched.
The best part of "Woh Rehne Waali Mehlo Ki" is its simplicity and freshness with nearly all new faces. A theme away from saas bahu sagas, watching it is a breeze. The serial gives a new meaning to life and digs deep into believing in destiny and divine intervention. Rajshri productions core inspiration is always Indian ness and belief on principles of the holy Ramayana. They have taken their success baton even further by proving that they are masters of family drama on big as well as small screen.
Today episode had a touch of Rajshri's old magic with "Nadiya Ke Paar" song while Pari and Saumya were driving on bullock cart for Mela due to breakdown of their car. Still after so many years the song has the same magic. Today Saumya who doesn't believe in god, tied string and red cloth on the tree near the temple while praying for long life of Pari.
Next episode Saumya will disclose his love for Pari to Sanju while talking with her on phone. So, watch out guys for more emotions and wholesome entertainment tomorrow in none other then "Woh Rehne Waali Mehlo Ki".
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Michael Gibbs (panelist) - Cal EPA
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Richard K. Morse (panelist) - Stanford University
Jim Sweeney (moderator) - Precourt Energy Efficiency Center
Richard Morse joined Michael Gibbs of the Cal EPA and Larry Goulder and Jim Sweeny of Stanford to discuss key issues in California's carbon market and remaining challenges at the 2011 Silicon Valley Energy Summit.
The Silicon Valley Energy Summit is a signature event of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group and the Stanford University Precourt Energy Efficiency Center, attracting a broad range of executives and representatives from influential Silicon Valley companies and organizations. Practical and inspirational, this "action conference" serves as a manual for sustainable business by combining current best practices with a guide to upcoming technologies and government regulations.
Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center
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Stanford University
Stanford, CA 94305
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St. Thomas University School of Law is committed to student success both in law school and beyond. Using an interactive and cooperative approach to learning, our unique academic support programs assist students in developing the requisite skills for success in both the study and the practice of law.
Our Academic Support program consists of two distinct, yet complementary components. First Year Academic Support is handled exclusively by the Director of Academic Support, Professor Todd Sullivan. Professor Sullivan oversees the Active Learning Program designed to assist first year students with acquiring the skills necessary to successfully compete in the law school classroom and on law school examinations. Discussion groups are led by Active Learning Instructors ("ALIs" ), successful upper class students, designated for each first year substantive class (Torts, Contracts, Civil Procedure and Property). The ALIs guide the 1Ls through a series of exercises over the course of the semester to allow the students to gain awareness and insight into the skills and concepts applicable to each course. The ALIs do not "re-teach" the material or act as tutors. Students should always consult with their professors if they are having trouble understanding concepts or need help with the doctrine. Professor Sullivan also acts as a resource to the 1L students providing tips on test taking techniques, improving their examination writing skills and providing guidance in finding samples of exam-type questions. Any 1L student who is experiencing concerns or problems in regard to his or her study skills should consult with Professor Sullivan.
The second component of our Academic Support Program is headed by Assistant Dean for Academic Support, Dean Barbara Singer. Dean Singer is a recognized expert in Bar Preparation and actively assists the 2L and 3L students and recent graduates in enhancing their test taking skills. She particularly focuses on strategies that will improve their performance on the Bar Examination. She also trains the faculty and acts as a resource to the faculty in designing questions and examination techniques that will emulate Bar Examination-type questions. Dean Singer designs study program for 2L and 3L students who have encountered academic problems with an aim toward assisting them with successfully completing law school with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the bar examination. Dean Singer provides Bar Review lectures to recent graduates prior to the administration of each Bar Examination and provides feedback and guidance on essay writing.
Law school is demanding and competitive, however, we believe our 1L and upper class Academic Support programs assist our students in achieving success in school and on the Bar Examination.


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BEREA — Ruth Evelyn Hale Phillips, 77, of Berea, died Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, in Brodhead.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren.
Her funeral will be 1 p.m. Monday at Davis & Powell Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Berea Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.


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Our annual survey of large staffing buyers has indicated an unbroken chain of increased VMS usage year after year. In 2008, the percentage of large buyers using VMS passed the... More
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By Michael Kinney
The Norman Transcript
OKLAHOMA CITY — It had all the makings of a classic confrontation. Miami and Oklahoma City, the finalist in last year's NBA Championship, were meeting on Valentine's Day before the All-Star break. It was a dream matchup.
For three quarters, it was anything but as the Heat looked like they were going to cruise to a win. However, the Thunder battled back in the fourth quarter to make a game of it. It just wasn't enough, though, as the Heat won 110-100 at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
Miami swept the season series and has now won six straight games against the Thunder, dating to the NBA Finals.
"Not disappointed," Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook said. "But mostly surprised. I knew we would come out ready to play."
But the Thunder didn't. It wasn't until after being dominated for three quarters that they struck back in the fourth behind Kevin Durant. He found his shooting stroke and helped Oklahoma City close to 11 with 4:00 remaining. It began to look like the game fans had expected.
However, each time Oklahoma City got close, LeBron James had an answer, including making six straight points to close the game. He showed why he's the standard level Durant is still trying to reach.
"He's a great player," Durant said of James. "He's done it all. He's got an MVP, got a championship, I played with him on the gold-medal team. He's playing great. Once you gain confidence, once you're feeling good, those shots he was making tonight come from the last week he's had. You can't do nothing about it. You have to sit and take it."
James led the charge for Miami (36-15) with 39 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists. But his streak of consecutive 30-point games and shooting 60 percent from the field ended at six. James missed his final shot from 3-point range to finish 14 of 24 from the floor for 58 percent.
Chris Bosh added 20 points and 12 rebounds. Dwayne Wade was held to 13 points before fouling out.
Durant paced Oklahoma City (39-14) with 40 points on 12-for-24 shooting from the field. Russell Westbrook added 26 points and 10 assists. However, the Thunder got only 14 points, seven rebounds and zero assists from its bench.
"What I can see tonight is a team, kind of like last year, this team is never going to die," Wade said of the Thunder. "They have so many weapons, they are going to keep coming at you. This is a good team, no matter if they are having an off night. They always end the ball game, so that makes them dangerous."
The Heat were on their game early. They had the Thunder running in circles as they tried to keep up with their crisp passing. Miami jumped out to a 28-13 lead.
On consecutive plays, Durant was called for a technical foul, then was undercut going for a rebound and landed awkwardly. After laying on ground for a couple of minutes, he got up and stayed in the game.
The Heat led 32-17 going into the second quarter.
It was the Heat's defense that helped Miami separate itself from The Thunder. No matter what Oklahoma City tried to do, Miami had an answer. Durant didn't make his first field goal of the game until 4:21 left in the second quarter when he hit a 3-pointer falling out of bounds.
Miami stretched its lead to 23 points at one point. It wasn't the type of game Durant had hoped to see from himself or his team.
"Maybe it was nerves or too excited," Durant said. "That was the game I think. I was missing some shots in the lane. Missing some layups. But the thing about me, I keep coming at it. I keep coming back. Believing in myself, trusting in my work and I was able to make a few (in) the second half. We were playing for pride. We kept fighting. We made it a game."
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I do not know how many of my online friends have read 'loat poat'. If any of you enjoyed that comic, here is a chance to see ghaseeta ram, dr. Jhatka, motu , patlu.
Nick has a show inspired by this comic. In a sea of cartoon channels showing chinese and Japanese characters this show is desi. Core desi. Full time pass...
My kid just loves it.
Talking about entertainment. When i was a kid Sundays used to be special for ramayana and mahabharata. Saturday meant watching He man at 4 in the evening. '... I have the power'. there were not too many shows on television but enjoyment was high.
Then there were shows like karamchand, the desi Sherlock Holmes. The way he chewed his carrot..... it became a trend. Kitty became a household name.
I was very small but still have an impression of these shows.
Then nineties saw a new wave of tele serials, Dekh bhai dekh, sea hawks. Women booked their weekday afternoons for shanti and another show came after that. The show was written by Shobha de. Many actors from the show found home in main stream cinema.
Choices were few still the enjoyment was high. Then came the cable channels and spoilt tge viewers for ever. How many shows do we remember dince the advent of cable channels?
As life has become complex so has the means of entertainment.


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IN RESPONSE to Norman Jones's letter (June 19), I disagree with the first part of his letter where he is suggesting that voters do not vote at all.
It's their own personal choice to vote, like it is yours Mr Jones and mine not to vote, but I'm glad to see in the second part of your letter that someone else would like to see a box on our voting cards to cross for no confidence – and if there ever was a chance of this happening I would be first in the queue, even if I would have to pitch a tent outside my local polling station to be there first!
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Pella —
October 24, 2013
Duane Brouwer
The journey of life for Duane Nelson Brouwer began on September 10, 1942, at Pella, Iowa. He was the fourth child born to Nellie (Goemaat) and Arie Brouwer. Duane grew up in Pella where he attended the Pella Christian Schools. Duane worked as a farmhand and at a very young age a brother-in-law taught him how to drive truck, a skill that Duane continued to use the remainder of his life.
In June, 1964, Duane was inducted into the Armed Forces of the United States. He served in active duty with the Army until his honorable discharge in June, 1966, and then with the Army Reserves until June, 1970. Duane found fulfillment and gain while he continued his journey of life driving truck. He drove for Shinn Trucking at Knoxville, Iowa and for Vince Orr.
Traveling and driving remained an integral part of Duane's life and he later pursued motorcycling. The enjoyment he found in driving truck and riding his motorcycle will remain as special memory in the minds and hearts of those whose lives he touched during his journey of life.
On Friday evening, October 11, 2013, his journey of life on earth was completed and his family found peace in the belief that a new and better journey began. They are: his daughter, Brenda Sue, and her husband, Mark Horman, and her two sons: Brandon Shearer and Brad Shearer all of Knoxville; his son, Jason Arie Brouwer, and his wife, Jessica, and their daughter, Elizabeth Brouwer, of Grimes, Iowa; his sister, Le Larson of Knoxville; a sister-in-law, Wilma Brouwer of Pella; mother-in-law, Lena Vandenberg of Leighton; brother(s)-in-law, Ed Vandenberg (Janice) of Murray, Nebraska, Jim Vandenberg (Bonnie) of Omaha, Nebraska, Gary Vandenberg (Cindy) of Pella, IA, Tom Vandenberg (Rhonda) of Leighton, and several nieces and nephews. Duane was preceded in death by his wife, Laura (Vandenberg) Brouwer in 2005; his parents, Arie and Nellie Brouwer; and his two brothers: Donald Brouwer and Gary Brouwer.
Duane was actively, affiliated with Christ's Church in Knoxville. He was interested in pursuing missionary work, enjoyed tinkering and was affiliated with the Aging Resources Division of Senior Nutrition.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at the Christ's Church in Knoxville. Arrangements were handled by Van Dyk – Duven Funeral Home.


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Bank Private Participation in Infrastructure (PPI) Database
The Private Participation in Infrastructure (PPI) Project Database has data on more than 4,100 projects in 141 low- and middle-income countries. The database is the leading source of PPI trends in the developing world, covering projects in the energy, telecommunications, transport, and water and sewerage sectors.
Bank Policy Research Working Paper 3356: Where Do We
Stand on Transport Infrastructure Deregulation and Public-Private
The evolution of transport public-private partnerships (P3s) in developing and developed countries since the early 1990s seems to be following a similar path: private initiatives work for a while but after a shock to the sector takes place the public sector returns as regulator, owner or financier; after a while the public sector runs into problems and eventually finds a hybrid solution to ensure the survival of the sector. This paper reviews the effectiveness of transport infrastructure deregulation from three angles: efficiency, fiscal and users' viewpoint. The paper emphasizes the difficulties and strong political commitments required to make the reforms sustainable and argues that governments willing to make corrections to the reform path are faced with the need to address recurrent and emerging issues in transport systems: tariff structure, quality (timetable, safety, environment), access rules for captive shippers, the trend toward rebundling and decrease in intrasectoral competition, multimodalism and the stimulus through yardstick competition.
Bank Technical Paper No. 399, Concessions for Infrastructure:
A Guide to Their Design and Award
Concession arrangements entail a myriad of legal and economic issues, including the organization of government entities responsible for concession programs and the adequacy of the broader legal and regulatory environment. The design and implementation of concession contracts that allocate risks and responsibilities and the mechanisms for evaluating and awarding projects are also of paramount importance. The government's role as regulator and as a provider of support for infrastructure concessions must also be assessed. While some countries have established extensive concession programs, others are just beginning to develop these programs. This report provides a guide to the complex range of issues and options involved in the implementation of concession arrangements, drawing on the experience of both industrial and developing countries.
Policy for the Private Sector 258: Unsolicited Proposals:
John Hodges Competitive Solutions for Private Infrastructure
This Paper looks at systems used by some governments transform unsolicited proposals for private infrastructure projects into competitively tendered projects. It focuses on the policies that Chile, the Republic of Korea, the Philippines, and South Africa have adopted for managing such proposals. A companion discussion explores the problems associated with unsolicited proposals, especially the risks they raise for competition and transparency.
and Renegotiating Infrastructure Concessions in Latin America: Doing it
J. Luis Guasch, World Bank Institute
This title is the fifth in an occasional series by the World Bank Institute intended to help meet the knowledge and information needs of infrastructure reformers and regulators. The book breaks new ground in relation to the design and implementation of concession contracts by culling the lessons of experience from some 1,000 examples and assessing what these lessons mean for future practice.


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Szilard Kiss, M.D.
Szilard Kiss, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medical College and an Assistant Attending Physician at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. He is a board certified ophthalmologist with a primary focus in the surgical and medical management of adult and pediatric vitreo-retinal disorders. Dr. Kiss also provides direct supervision and instruction of Weill Cornell Medical College medical students, ophthalmology residents, and vitreo-retinal fellows.
Dr. Kiss' training began in New York City where he received his undergraduate degree with honors from Columbia College and medical school training at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. Following an internal medicine internship at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York City, Dr. Kiss moved to Boston to complete an ophthalmology residency and a vitreo-retinal fellowship, both at Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. During that time, Dr. Kiss was selected as the Chief Fellow of the Harvard Medical School Vitreo-Retinal Service at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Kiss received additional training in Madurai, India at the Aravind Eye Hospital and in Sao Paulo, Brazil as the Pan American Association of Ophthalmology Paul Kayser International Scholar.
Dr. Kiss's clinical interests include complex vitreo-retinal surgery (e.g. retinal detachment repair, epiretinal membrane peeling, macular hole repair, retained lens fragment removal), and surgical and medical treatment of age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. He has published over two dozen articles including publications on innovative surgical techniques and novel treatment paradigms for retinal disorders.
Dr. Kiss was featured in a CBS special on Weill Cornell's 3D CAVE (Computer Assisted Virtual Environment), which allows doctors to see inside the human body like never before. In this segment, Dr. Kiss demonstrates how this new technology can transform the way ophthalmologists look at the retina of the eye.
His clinical and translational research focuses on four broad areas: retinal imaging (ultra-widefield imaging), ocular gene therapy, novel therapeutic targets for ocular neovascualarization, and genetic markers for retinal diseases. Dr. Kiss has participated as a co-investigator or sub-investigator in numerous clinical trials and laboratory investigations. Dr. Kiss is also highly active in professional societies. He has authored over 150 scientific publications, given nearly 100 invited lectureships worldwide, and serves as a Scientific Reviewer to a number of major journals.
Dr. Kiss is on the Editorial Board of RetinaToday and is a regular contributor to the publication. He has also been featured in a number of videos on EyeTube.net.
Dr. Kiss also has a keen interest in international healthcare and is heavily involved in research on diabetic retinopathy in countries in the Middle East and Africa.
- Qatar Diabetic Project
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Dr. Kiss has won numerous academic awards, including a Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship, the Ronald G. Michels Foundation Fellowship, and the Paul Kayser International Fellowship and has been named to several Top Doctors lists.
He is currently accepting new patients, appointments can be made by calling 646-962-2020 or 646-962-2217, or by visiting http://www.weillcornelleye.org/.


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David Hsu
B.S., Yale University
M.S., Cornell University
MSc, London School of Economics
Ph.D., University of Washington
Professor Hsu studies how environmental policy is implemented in cities through systems of infrastructure, buildings, behavior, institutions, and finance.
Topics of particular interest include energy and water, green buildings and building codes, consumer behavior, and data analysis.
Prior to academia, Professor Hsu worked in city government in New York and Seattle on urban redevelopment, energy conservation, and smart grid initiatives; as a financial analyst for real estate equities; and as a structural engineer in London on green buildings and bridges.
Professor Hsu's current research develops predictive models for water and energy demand, and analyzes how to link conservation outcomes to the implementation of specific policies in complex environments. Current working papers focus on classical and Bayesian statistical models for water demand; causal analysis of a specific water pricing policy change in Seattle; new federal government regulations for stormwater management; data analysis of building disclosure policies; and infrastructure finance in developing countries
CoursesProfessor Hsu teaches Quantitative Planning Analysis, Infrastructure Planning & Finance, and Sustainable Cities.


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Editor's note: Tony Swicer produces the ANA
Region 4 Club Newsletter, which serves Alabama, Florida, Georgia,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. In an
effort to better share ideas for membership drives, programming and
activities, The Exchange will re-publish club news from his
newsletter that will be of the greatest interest to other clubs
across the nation. To subscribe to Swicer's full newsletter, email
him at firstname.lastname@example.com
Would you like to share your own club news on The
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Visit the CoinWeek table at FUN. David Lisot will ask you why
you come to the FUN show, why you belong to FUN and to show him you
favorite numismatic item. You will be on TV. It will only take
about five minutes.
Madison County Coin Club had a bourse night and
potluck dinner. They also elected officers and board for 2014.
Ancient City Coin Club had 30 in attendance at
its last meeting. Ray Herz presented "Standing Liberty Quarters."
The club had nominations of officers and board.
Brandon Coin Club had 45 in attendance at its
last meeting. Nomination and election of officers and board was in
Casselberry Coin Club is stocking up on
numismatic supplies for a rummage sale. The club is planning its
December meeting, can food drive and toys for tots.
Central Florida Coin Club came up with a new
club logo. The club is starting its annual Toys for Tots drive. The
fall coin show and club picnic were both successful.
Florida Token Society will meet Saturday,
December 7, at 10 a.m. in Ocala at the Freedom Public Library.
Ft. Lauderdale Coin Club had Stan Klein give an
introduction to grading.
Ft. Walton Beach Coin Club had 51 in attendance
at its last meeting. The club had a successful 27-table coin show
in September. John Belonsoff gave a program on the Sacagawea dollar
and Sacagawea's contribution to the Lewis and Clark expedition.
Gold Coast Coin Club studied "Grading U.S.
Coins" from the ANA Diploma Program. Bill Sanders reported on the
Baltimore show in early November. Club members studied "The Mint
Process" from the Diploma program.
Greater Daytona Coin Club had Tom Palmer speak
on bust half dollars.
Greater Jacksonville Coin Club had a program
called "AU-BU, The Great Divide" by Ray Herz. The club added 35 new
books to their library. Tony Bonaro spoke to the YN's on J.F.
Kennedy and his coinage.
Greater Ocala Coin Club had John and Nancy
Wilson present a program on collecting Florida cancelled checks.
Their club nominations and election were held.
International Society of Silver Art Collectors'
annual convention was October 9 in Portland, Ore. The newest club
ingot was unveiled and new officers are; President Nancy Yee, Vice
President Joseph Markulics, Secretary/Treasurer Harvey Chew.
North Lake Coin & Currency Club had a
raffle, 50/50 drawing and the auction.
Palm Beach Coin Club had a program on Indian
Cents by Richard Spencer. The election was as follows, President
Tony Swicer, Vice President Richard Spencer, Secretary Bruce
Eleshewich, Treasurer Robert Leneve, YN Chairman Dan Pecoraro. The
Board includes Rick Carver, Jack Diaz, Buddy Hirsh, George Kovacic,
Tim Morley, Ed Napoli, Sandy Pearl and Ed Polyanchek.
Sarasota Coin Club had 49 in attendance at its
last meeting. Bart Bartanowicz showed the "Summer FUN Show
Silver Sands Coin Club had Doug Gibson discuss
the details of the club's annual coin show December 7 and 8 at the
Central Panhandle Fairgrounds in Panama City. Phil Kolbe presented
"Guess the Mystery Country," which was Belize. Currency and coins
of Belize were pasted around. A large auction followed. The
December meeting will be the Christmas Party.
South Brevard Coin Club had its election as
follows; President Marie Shea, Vice President Stan Levinson,
Secretary John Shea, Treasurer Tim Janecke, Chairman of the Board
Bonnie Rague, and Board members Harold Stuart and Tim Barker.
They had a large show n tell.
Tallahassee Numismatic Club had a show n tell.
The club discussed its upcoming coin shows in April and July.
Titusville Coin Club had "Hot dog Night" with
an auction and seven silver eagles and one silver panda in the
Treasure Coast Coin Club had a show n tell
night. The club is on Facebook at www.facebook.com/treasurecoastcoinclub
Venice Coin Club had 27 in attendance at its
last meeting. Election results are as follows; President Jeff
Scalici, Vice President Tanya Skidmore, Treasurer Vic Skidmore,
Secretary Nina Burnett, Sergeant-at-Arms John Inman. The club
discussed its coin show, Christmas dinner and the coin club "Tervis
Tumbler." Jay Chamberlin gave a presentation on currency errors
followed by the auction.
Augusta Coin Club had a barbeque dinner
meeting, a show n tell and the auction. The two-day club show went
very well with over 300 attending and the club made a profit.
Lower Cape Fear Coin Club had a show n tell,
nomination of officers and the program was "Photographing Coins" by
Bob N. He gave pointers on cameras and lighting.
Memphis Coin Club meets twice a month. The
first meeting each month is business and a big auction. The second
meeting is business, a small auction and an educational program.
The club banquet in September had 68 in attendance. The educational
program in October was "Standing Liberty Quarters" with a slide
presentation. The annual show is in February 2014.


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Emotion Vs. Reason in the Mission Viejo Home Market
You remember playing on the See Saw as a kid, don't you? That's the big toy on the playground where you sit on one side and your best friend sits on the other side. When you go up, your friend goes down and vice versa. Up and down you go, laughing all the way, until that moment when your friend gets off at the bottom while you're still up on top. You remember what happens? What goes up, must come down. BAMMO. Smack down you go. All the air knocked out of you, flat on your back. Not good at all.
In Mission Viejo Real Estate today, here's the See Saw you need to learn to maneuver, more skillfully than you did as a Kindergartner. At every single step of the home buying process you will be teetering and tottering between emotion and reason. The up-in-the-air infatuation you feel for the home you never thought you'd find, versus the practical voice of self-preservation saying "can we really afford this?" The rush of adrenalin and endorphins coursing through your system when you find "the one"? The crash from your natural high when you look at the exact cost of the monthly payment, taxes, minor cosmetic repairs, and HOA dues. Oh. What's that? And the corkscrew twist of being notified that there are three other buyers making offers on your house.
And throw in your soulmate's reaction to all the drama and you have double See Saw – side by side. Ready to rise to the top of the emotional high or be throw to the ground in an instant. Just you? It's all going on between your ears – emotion on one side and logic on the other. Because whether you tend to operate primarily through logic or emotion, you will be pulled to the dark side you don't normally operate from at some point during your deal.
On the logic side, you're asking "Am I buying at the exact lowest price in the market this century and getting the best possible interest rate I qualify for?" The reality is, probably not exactly. But, hello! You're buying a house, a place for you or you and your family to call home. Where you'll have Thanksgiving. You're not a Commodities Trader on Wall Street trying to anticipate the future price of Frozen Orange Juice. You're just trying to buy a home. Where you can find comfort, peace, and a pillow.
So when you find a home that makes you feel good, don't jump off the top of the See Saw because of some minor analytical or logical point that will make you and your family feel the BAMMO of all the wind going out of your transaction. Go with your gut. Trust your emotions. Follow your heart. Bring an ice bag for your owies.
I'm Leslie Eskildsen, just keeping it real in Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita and Coto de Caza Real Estate. Call me. Text me. 949-678-3373. Email me. What questions do you have about the market? Leave a comment below.


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Kurt Badenhausen, Forbes Staff
I cover sports business with rare dip in education & local economies
The NFL has grown explosively over the past 25 years as TV revenue jumped 700%. The league's 32 teams now divide $3.8 billion annually under the current round of broadcast deals, which expire after the 2013 season. With ratings at record levels, the next TV contracts are bound to be even more lucrative. Teams that were selling for $70 million in the mid-1980s are now worth $1 billion on average.
NFL owners claim they are not getting a big enough share of the league's $9 billion in revenue, but a look at the world's 50 most valuable sports teams shows how valuable NFL teams already are. The list is littered with NFL franchises–all 32 teams make the cut, led by the Dallas Cowboys, worth $1.81 billion. Yet the top franchise plays a different kind of football. English Premier League power Manchester United is the world's most valuable sports team, worth $1.86 billion.
The Glazer family, which also owns the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers (No. 18 at $1.03 billion), bought United in 2005 for $1.5 billion, but quickly drew the wrath of fans after the purchase saddled the team with a massive debt load. Fans feared the team would not have the resources to pay top players. In November the Glazers paid off $330 million of the debt which now stands at $756 million, or 41% of the team's value (the average debt-to-value ratio of the top 50 franchises is 26%). Even better for fans of the Red Devils, the team captured its record 19th English Premier League title this year and made the finals of the UEFA Champions League before falling to Barcelona (No. 26 on our list, worth $975 million).
The finances of Manchester United continue to look up. This season marked the first year of its new shirt sponsorship with Aon, worth $32 million annually over four years. It represents a 50% bump from its prior deal with AIG. The team is reportedly in line to get a similar increase for its merchandise deal with Nike, which already pays United nearly $40 million per year. The current 13-year contract is set to expire in 2015, but a new deal is expected to be done by next year that could be worth as much as $70 million a year. Reports surfaced last month that United is considering selling shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange at a price that would value the club at $2.7 billion.
The Cowboys are the sports world's second most valuable team with a worth of $1.81 billion. Jerry Jones' $1.25 billion stadium, which opened in 2010, features more than just a 152-foot-wide HD TV screen. Cowboys Stadium has 320 luxury suites and 15,000 club seats that generate more than $100 million annually in premium seat revenue for Jones. America's Team has also signed a host of lucrative sponsorship deals with the likes of AT&T, Bank of America, Ford Motor and PepsiCo.
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List like this make the NFL owners seem ridiculous. But, the problem with the NFL and the NBA is they want more teams on this list. MLB is in a scenario where they can't complain because they are in a tight revenue sharing system. In some ways i think owning an MLB team is probably the most wise, than basketball or the gridiron, simply for the fact that MLB's economics are far more simpler as an owner, but all the domestic leagues in the states are under the pressure of never growing their sport internationally. yes each sport has international fans, but what makes soccer ever growing is the international professionalism. Every country has a professional league, with the NBA, MLB, NFL and the NHL basketball, baseball, the gridiron, and hockey would lose their one and only big league. UEFA has 5 big leagues and Brazils league is coming up.Argentina's is economically smaller but quality laden.
I dont think the Statian sports can grow internationally, it may be too late, but they can domestically grow. do you agree?
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I think in todays society, any sport can attain global popularity. The modern media is unbounded,so popularity can be gained for any thing and any sport at a large grade. But, high end salaried professionalism is economically not as easy to attain. Could china have a league that is as economically potent as the NBA, in terms of team profits and player salaries? I have no question china can already rival the NBA with their top domestic league in terms of popularity. Look at womens soccer. Already I see it as globally ahead of womens basketball, even though the WNBA has had good time ahead of it. But the parallel of professional womens sports is easiest to form when when men play it professionally. At the end, I guess the question is simple. Can the NFL survive or live comfortably in the future with just a domestic niche? I ask the same question of Baseball and MLB specifically? As soccer grows with women professionally, can the gridiron and baseball exist in the long term? Short term I agree with you, no problems. But, long term? I dont know. I wonder your thoughts
Fair enough Mr. Badenhausen, you would definitely have more insight than I, considering the company you blog for.
I wonder, in your findings, can you state how close some teams were that represent sports not touted in the 50. Soccer, the gridiron, basketball, baseball, f1 were on the list. How close were the maple leafs, I assume they are the most profitable hockey club? What about rugby and cricket teams? what about NAscar? I read in some article that Nascar made more money than F1, though I can't believe that, with my knowledge of the international appeal and investment in F1.
Short term NFL will do ok however cable down the road will change, folks today pay for fee which includes sports packages but down the road cable companies may have to split their packages and many people will opt out in paying for sports channels which means less revenues for sport franchises.In addition NFL outside the USA is non existent, we saw what happened with NFL Europe it failed badly and the rest of the world has no interest in american football. On the other hand Soccer is growing in this country, it is the worlds game and with all immigrants comming from central and south america that will add millions of new fans mostly geared towards MLS. At some point I think the bubble will burst as far as the kind of money the networks are paying for TV rights for the NFL. I cant imagine this pace can continue indefinetely.
your forgetting the modern media. Today, no sport can die, because modern media tools are so vast, if you have fans they can reach you.
Second, the NFL is trying a different model NFL Europe proved they can't compete with Soccer in terms of making foreign leagues, they simply took to long doing it. So, NFL is using immigration in truth. When people come from south america and etc. they are integrating into society in the states and their children are going to schools where football is beloved, so they are becoming fans and thus the gridiron and by extension the NFL has more fans. The true problem with the NFL is if, immigration stops or drops extremely, then the NFL has a problem , because they don't have foreign leagues.
What are the key figures this ranking is based on and how are they related to each other? My estimation on the european soccer clubs is a bit different, so sometimes it seems like this ranking doesnt show the true value.
F.e. ManU has debts of 750 Million compared to Bayern Munich (i dont know the exact numbers) which has estimated liquid assets of 300 Mio and debts just because of financing a new stadium, that makes a difference of 1 billion in equity, but still doesnt seem to have an impact on the value. In my opinion you cant rate a sports club based on f.e. EBIT, cause their first target is to have success in sports and not to have profit.
@PAtrick, Well the top seven are ManU,Cowboys,Yankees,redskins, real madrid, new england, and arsenal
Of them, MAnU and Real are the only ones who won a trophy last year. Though, lets be honest. Forbes said Miami gained a 17% increase in profit. Winning championships and being the most profitable club really arent the same things are they.
PRofitability is about media and appearance. As long as your club is decent that is enough.
Look at the spurs in NBA, or Barcelona as a club, or the steelers football team.
As of late the most successful clubs trophy wise are usually of a smaller market than the more profitable teams.
I wonder what do you think of this http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8186519/economic_divisions_and_extra.html
I think you got me a bit wrong. I dont talk about titles, it´s just the economic figures I rely to.
@PAtrick ,I miscomprehended "cause their first target is to have success in sports and not to have profit."
Hi Kurt, Could team which of the most important teams that you has mentioned in your article, are public company? so as a member of Dow Jones index, I would make a research about this values companies, so I want to know what team has his data and info free in internet ..
Hi Kurt, Please could you tell me which of this most popular sports team are public companies? I want to valued a team for a valuation class, so I need to know which teams have the info and financial data free in internet, to get by yahoo finance…
i see no ipl teams there


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Homecoming 2013 this year has the theme of O Captain, My Captain.
Whitman's poem mourns the death of a faithful Captain after a long and treacherous voyage, yet the victory is won. As Christians, we can draw many similarities to the Christ-figure in this poem. However, something even greater can be attributed to our Captain, that is Jesus, who rose from his death and defeated the grave, sin, and Satan. It is this saving grace, this anchor of hope, which allows us to shine with good works and give glory to our
Father. We become a beacon when we share the Gospel; whether that be through spoken word or the smallest act of kindness. So enjoy this Homecoming, knowing that when Christ claimed you as his own in the waters of your baptism, he made you into a light to guide others while crossing the stormy seas of this world before we finally arrive home.
We are so excited that there are many events for students this year to participate including dress theme days like pajama day, mismatch day, and hometown day. We kick off the festivities on Sunday with a revealing of the homecoming court. There is also a variety show on Wednesday night where students and faculty show off the talents they have as well as a pep rally on Friday night to get everyone pumped for the all the games.
Check out this link for the latest information and schedule of events: http://www.cune.edu/alumni/homecoming/
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Derek Lowe writes the very very good and very highly read In the Pipeline blog. Derek has a way of getting right to the point with a nice blend of bluntness and sardonic humor without being mean spirited. Sometimes his posts just make me smile. Here's one such post from today on the topic of Open Source discovery.
I'm actually a backer of the concept and think that companies really should try to explore its potential -- by testing and operationalizing it. However, Derek makes a good point in his blog. Too often proponents on the topic - provide a lot of talk but don't seem to be able to deliver the concrete actions or proof of concepts.
Maybe this post hit home a bit more as I received the following note from a colleague commenting on a current discussion on "open innovation" in one of the innovation groups that I participate in. My colleague wrote:
To me it's unbelievable how little capability to analyze things have most of the people who are posting comments on that discussion group!!! They got "stuck" into that Soft skills topics they can read in books of Change management, Leadership, etc, but when it comes to Hard skills and concrete innovation they do bla-bla-bla...
Presumably it is hard to articulate the "hard innovation ideas" as they are hidden in the ball of fuzz that Derek refers to in his post. Maybe we need to contact Rush to help us find the answer as he seems to know a lot about Fuzzballs.
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Kean University is a public institution that was founded in 1855. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,895, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 186 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Kean University's ranking in the 2014 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (North), Tier 2. Its in-state tuition and fees are $10,918 (2013-14); out-of-state tuition and fees are $17,141 (2013-14).
Kean University is located in Union County, N.J., about 30 minutes from New York City and an hour from Philadelphia. More than one third of Kean students are education majors, and the school produces more teachers than any other university in the state. Students who want to pursue a different degree can choose from nearly 50 bachelor's degrees and more than 30 master's programs, including those in the fields of health and public administration. Outside the classroom, Kean students can get involved by exploring more than 100 clubs, writing for The Cougar's Byte newsletter, or by visiting the two cougar mascots who live in a nearby zoo. The university officially adopted the cougars, named Sage and Scout, and pay for the animals' food, medical costs, and toys. Student athletes can play at the recreational level or join the navy and white Kean Cougars varsity sports teams, which compete in the NCAA Division III New Jersey Athletic Conference.
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Kean University is a public cosmopolitan university serving undergraduate and graduate students in the liberal arts, the sciences, and the professions. The University dedicates itself to the intellectual, cultural, and personal growth of all its members - students, faculty, and professional staff. In particular, the University prepares students to think critically, creatively and globally; to adapt to changing social, economic, and technological environments; and to serve as active and contributing members of their communities.
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When applying to Kean University, it's important to note the application deadline is May 31. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due May 31. The application fee at Kean University is $75. It is less selective, with an acceptance rate of 68.4 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
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Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Kean University is 17:1, and the school has 43.1 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Kean University include: Psychology, General; Business Administration and Management, General; Accounting; Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration; and English Language and Literature, General. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 78.5 percent.
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Student Life
Kean University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,895, with a gender distribution of 39.2 percent male students and 60.8 percent female students. At this school, 14 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 86 percent of students live off campus. Kean University is part of the NCAA III athletic conference.
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Campus Info & Services
Kean University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, day care, health service, and health insurance. Kean University also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at Kean University.
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Paying for School
At Kean University, 67.8 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $7,267.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
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Wilson Center Experts
Anne-Marie Brady
Anne-Marie Brady is an Associate Professor in Political Science at the University of Canterbury. She is a fluent Mandarin speaker, who specialises in Chinese and polar politics. She is editor-in-chief of The Polar Journal, and has written eight books and multiple scholarly articles on topics ranging from China's modern propaganda system, foreigner-management in China and competing foreign policy interests in Antarctica. Her latest monograph examines China's polar policies.
Project Summary
Climate change, the changing global balance of power and energy needs has led to renewed interest in the polar regions by many states. China has interests in both the Antarctic and the Arctic. Beijing's annual spend on polar expeditions has tripled in the last ten years and it is making a massive investment in polar-related infrastructure. The overall goal of China's current five year polar plan is to increase China's "status and influence" in polar affairs in order to better protect China's "polar rights." Many observers speculate that China's increased polar activities may challenge the interests of other polar states. Such concerns are linked to a wider debate about China's international behaviour around questions such as whether or not China is a "reluctant stakeholder" in the international system and whether China will continue to support current international norms as it becomes more dominant.
Anne-Marie Brady discusses Chinese involvement in the polar regions:
Major Publications
- "Diplomatic Chill: Will Politics Trump Science in Antarctica?," World Politics Review, March 19, 2013
- "Polar Stakes: China's Polar Activities as a Benchmark for Intentions," China Brief, July 2012.
- The Emerging Politics of Antarctica, Routledge Publishers, 2013, 264 pp.


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Problems with Medicare Secondary Payer
- No Speedy Resolution: Currently, CMS does not respond timely to requests for reimbursement amounts. This can mean the Medicare reimbursement process can drag on for years.
- Inefficiency: Often CMS requests payments multiple times for different amounts. They may request additional payment years after you have already provided reimbursement from a legal settlement. This makes it impossible to settle legal claims with confidence.
- Uncertainty: Currently, CMS does not provide a final demand letter (reimbursement amount) until after the parties have entered into a legal settlement agreement. This makes it impossible to settle legal disputes because Medicare beneficiaries are unable to determine how much they have to reimburse Medicare. Parties need to know the full value of a claim so that they may be able to successfully negotiate a fair legal settlement.
H.R. 1063: The Strengthening Medicare and Repaying Taxpayers (SMART) Act
Bi-partisan legislation, H.R. 1063, has been introduced into the House by Reps. Tim Murphy (R-Pa.) and Ron Kind (D-Wis.) with support from both AAJ and a diverse coalition of businesses, Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition (MARC).
H.R. 1063 would:
- Require Medicare 65 days to respond to an inquiry regarding a reimbursement claim
- Clarify a three year statute of limitations on MSP claims
- Develop an appeals process
- Create a threshold amount for reporting claims, ensuring claim amounts are higher than the cost associated to obtain those claims
- Protect seniors social security numbers by utilizing another means of identification
H.R. 1063: The Strengthening Medicare and Repaying Taxpayers (SMART) Act
Protecting Medicare with Improvements to the Secondary Payer Regime Hearing, House Energy and Commerce Oversight Subcommittee
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Ray Brickell - Swimming Hall of Fame Honoree
From Openwaterpedia
Country: Great Britain
Year of Induction: 2009
Classification: Pilot
Reg and Ray have served as English Channel pilots under the guidance of their father Reg over the course of four decades. Reg started work with his father at the age of 16 in 1967 and his brother also started at the age of 16 years, 3 years later. In 1981, they took over the running of the boat from their father. On average, the brothers take up to 30 swimmers each season across the English Channel, including escorts for several world record swims. Like their father, they remain very involved with the Channel Swimming Association.


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There have been major upgrades this year to the two operational National Weather Service (NWS) regional hurricane prediction systems, the GFDL and HWRF models. Both models did well for track and intensity forecasts for Hurricane Arthur, and the average intensity errors wer comparable to the other two top NWS intensity prediction models (LGEM and DSHIPS.)
Final question: How does climate change affect sea level? The usual suspects are listed as changing the temperature of the ocean and adding water to the oceans from melting ice. These are important and act globally. Climate change and climate variability are also realized in changes to ocean currents. Since these currents are often close to the coasts, there are potential large, rapid and localized changes to sea level. The changes in surface currents in the ocean are related to changes in the stress of winds on the surfaces; hence, there are changes related to atmosphere pressure patterns. There is local variability due to storms and storm surges. And as the ice melts, the land might rise, might fall, also an effect due to climate change. These sources of variability will be important to planning in the next decades, but on the time of a century or longer, adding water to the ocean from melting ice will dominate; there's really nothing working against it.
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Improvements to the PWS database! Please leave any comments and concerns on this blog so we can continue to improve the experience for our PWS owners.
NOAA recently produced an interesting map showing when the hottest day of the year is likely to occur in the contiguous U.S. Complimenting this map is one produced by Brian Brettschneider of Borealis Scientific, LLC, which illustrates the date of summer's midpoint (peak of summer average temperatures) which was reproduced in my blog posted last August. Brian has also produced maps of such for the Fall, Winter and Spring seasons. There is also some other great material from Brian herein.
Hurricane Arthur makes landfall, Super Typhoon Neoguri threatens Okinawa, and tornadoes hit the Midwest.
Sunday was a beautiful day for fishing in Upstate NY, and over 30 families came out to participate in my youth fishing clinic. Some anglers were more experienced than others, but none of them lacked any enthusiasm. With my personal weather station on site, we began by first stressing the importance of keeping our parks and waters clean.
This season, we hope to deploy a disaster shelter trailer, similar to the one below, which will help us assist shelter operators in making their facilities fully accessible to people with all types of disabilities. This will include ramping, railings, cots, dinner- and drinkware, and assistive technologies for those with vision, hearing, cognitive and developmental delays.
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It's likely that you found this site because your eyes have been damaged by eye surgery or you're considering surgery at an Optical Express clinic - or perhaps you are/were an OE employee.
Whatever the reason for your visit we hope you'll find some useful information and perhaps add details of your own experiences to help others.
If you are considering surgery PLEASE read some of the True Stories from damaged Optical Express patients before taking the risk!
NB: Patients currently in litigation will have their stories updated when legal process is completed.
When a 'gagging order' is not enforced, we will publicise the outcome. However, as can be seen in the OE agreement sent to Sheena McNabb (True Stories), this is a condition often applied to an out of court settlement.
Because of the practical help offered to steadily growing numbers of damaged patients contacting OERML, Optical Express desperately tried to silence the author of this site, Sasha Rodoy, Campaigner for government legislation for the refractive eye surgery industry. (See OERML Domain Name Victory link)
Serious threats were made (police involved) with abusive and anonymous comments regularly posted on a forum (now closed) in frantic attempts to discredit Sasha, libeling that her free advisory service My Beautiful Eyes damaged people's chances of compensation. In fact, it is only thanks to MBE's intervention that so many people have been helped with refunds, paid referrals to independent surgeons, retreatments and free legal advice from specialist lawyers.
With approximately 8,500 visitors every month this site has cost Optical Express an astronomical amount of money and a lot of bad publicity. As a result Optical Express made a "corporate decision" to ban Sasha from accompanying her numerous MBE clients to their consultations with Professor Jan Venter @ OE's Harley Street Complex Cases Management Team Clinic.
Optical Express are also now refusing their damaged patients paid referrals to independent surgeons AND charge same patients £50 fee for their medical records - previously provided at no cost.
CEO David Moulsdale recently rescued his company from bankruptcy, buying its £30 million debt to the RBS for an alleged 20% of its value, partly funded by Sir Tom Hunter according to reports. Understandably OE's finances are likely stretched to breaking point.
In March 2012, Optical Express employee and 'troubleshooter', Patrick James Green, was recorded offering a bribe to Sasha on behalf of his employer David Moulsdale. Having asked how much it was worth for her to give up her campaign for government legislation, Sasha replied, "Not for a million pounds!". (See Patrick James Green link)
Later that year information was provided detailing a poster in Optical Express staff rooms which displayed a nameless image of Sasha lifted from a YouTube video, claiming she was using stolen credit cards in OE stores with instructions advising staff not to approach her but to contact Stephen Hannan, OE's Clinical Services Director. Lawyers were involved.
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Eleven members of the 13-member Waukesha Business Improvement District Board of Directors have stepped down from their leadership roles as accusations of bullying, harassment and ineffective communication styles came from its executive director, who left her position earlier this month.
The only board members remaining are Bill Huelsman and Natalie Walters, said Mayor Jeff Scrima.
As a result of the resignations, a move by Alderman Eric Payne and Alderwoman Kathleen Cummings to replace the entire BID board was removed from the agenda of Tuesday's Common Council meeting.
Mass Resignations
Dozens of downtown stakeholders spoke at the beginning of that meeting — with some urging the council to replace the BID leadership and others vehemently denyings accusations of bullying.
An emotional and tearful Jim Taylor took the microphone during Tuesday's night Common Council meeting as he resigned from the BID board.
Taylor, owner of People's Park, said he is glad he joined the board. But with the continued bickering and verbal attacks surrounding the BID board, he said it was time to step down.
"I feel terrible for the untruths that are being spoken about Norm (Bruce) and Lynn (Gaffey) and Kerry (Mackay) and Roger (Igielski)," Taylor said.
The controversy stems from a resignation that letter that former Executive Director Meghan Sprager submitted in August that cited hostile working conditions from BID board members as the reason for her departure. A second document from Sprager accused Bruce of having poor communication and leadership styles, and Gaffey of harassing behavior.
Check out Patch's complete coverage of the BID controversy
Spager also attended Tuesday's council meeting and was visibly emotional and upset as board members accused her of being untruthful.
Igielski also resigned Tuesday night, citing ceaseless attacks while he's trying to help promote the downtown and run his business Allo! Chocolat.
He said he has seen the same people who want to replace the BID board oppose homeless shelter, baseball in Frame Park, sidewalk dining and Freeman Friday Night Live street closures. The opponents and aldermen who want to remove the BID board members "seem bent on trying to punish those of us who are trying to make a difference in the downtown," Igielski said.
Gaffey, owner of Almont Gallery, also stepped down from her role as vice president of the board.
"I am being personally attacked with allegations that are entirely false," Gaffey said.
Board member and local attorney Jess Martinez has also resigned from the board. "The allegations against my friends are totally untrue," he said.
Bruce said he was "withdrawing from the negativity" to focus on positive efforts in the downtown.
Mackay said he and board member Ron Loestetter are removing themselves from the board.
"I can't stay in an organization where this constant challenge is in front of us. … It never seems to end," Mackay said.
Properties in the downtown area are taxed a special assessment to fund BID services, such as marketing, special events and business recruitment and retention. Sprager reported to a board of directors made up primarily of local business leaders.
After Spager made her allegations, some downtown business owners urged the council to help fix the problems.
Bruce and Gaffey survived votes of no-confidence after a nine-page document from Sprager outlined what she felt were hostile working conditions.
After the majority of the BID board supported Gaffey and Bruce, board members Christine VanderBloemen and Jeff Barta stepped down from their positions.
Also resigning was BID employee John Ward, who served as interim executive director between fall of 2010 and spring of 2011.
Moving Forward from a 'Deep Divide'
Alderman Paul Ybarra, a past vice president of the Waukesha Business Improvement District, said there's "a deep divide" in the downtown area, with people "speaking for and against change."
"I know that both sides want what is best for Waukesha. … With all these resignations, the mayor will be starting fresh with a new slate of board members," Ybarra said.
Ybarra called for the reinstatement of Sprager and Ward as BID employees to continue the operations of the BID.
"Both are dedicated employees who care. … I am confident that these fences can be mended, maybe slowly, but I am confident these fences can be mended," Ybarra said.
Alderman Duane Paulson praised the board members who stepped down amid the controversy, which gives the BID a "fresh start."
"They should be commended for that," Paulson said.
The downtown is on the "upswing," said Alderman Steve Johnson.
"It is due to the hard work of several of the people who spoke tonight," Johnson said. "I just hope we can learn something from what has gone on in the past year."