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Like Tre Mason, I feel like I owe an apology to the entire Auburn family. Unfortunately, unlike the Tigers' great running back, mine is actually necessary. I'm the reason Auburn lost the National Championship.
Well ... sort of.
In truth, I'm taking one for the team because some might say it's uncouth to throw a 5-year-old under the proverbial bus for being a light weight.
I thought I did everything right, performing all my superstitious rituals perfectly. I didn't shave before the game. I sat in the same place. I wore my (unwashed since the LSU loss) blue T-shirt with the creepy orange clown face — the same shirt I wore to my first ever Auburn game in 2004, when I was the features writer for Opelika-Auburn News. At the time, I didn't have any Auburn swag, so I wore the closest thing I had to Auburn colors. All we did that year was go undefeated before getting robbed for a chance to play in the National Championship.
I also drank from a different six-pack of craft beer (one beer per quarter) using the same Auburn pilsner glass (I buy a new one each season) while eating Cheez-Its straight from the box. So with that much mojo on my side, how, you might wonder, did I allow freakin' Jameis Winston to throw that touchdown with 13 seconds left and shatter Auburn's dream season?
I let my good luck charm fall asleep.
Jellybean is a new addition to my obsessive list of game-time habits. As with most good luck charms, it was sheer coincidence that she was anointed by the football gods to bring victory to my team. See, Jellybean doesn't really care about football. In fact, she's rather antagonistic towards her father's fanaticism and relishes the pained faces I make when she chants things like "R-O-O-O-O-O-O-L-L EAGLE!" or insists on buying a Georgia cheerleading costume because she "likes dogs better than tigers," or changing the channel to an episode of "Full House" when I ducked into the bathroom during a commercial, then hiding the remote in the guinea pig cage.
That little prank landed her in time out.
But Jellybean has been present for perhaps the two greatest plays in Auburn football history. She was sitting on the couch at My Dear Sweet Mother's house when the Prayer at Jordan Hare was answered and she was sitting on my couch during the Kick Six return that won the Iron Bowl.
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For the first half of the game, I struggled mightily. While watching in nervous-excited agony, dying with every offensive and defensive play, my attention was constantly being pulled away to put a high-heeled shoe on Barbie, dig a Crayon out from under the couch or pass out "homework" to students that consisted of a one-eyed koala bear and a nekked baby doll.
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EDMONTON - Sujeet Sennik won't tell you to stop shopping for clothing at Wal-Mart.
Sennik doesn't claim to have the magic solution to prevent another Rana Plaza tragedy, where more than 1,100 people died when an eight-storey garment factory in Bangladesh collapsed in 2013, killing those who were employed to make fast fashion at cheap prices for people in North America and Europe.
But the Toronto designer and activist says consumers have choices that can change the clothing business so that Bangladeshis and others around the world can earn living wages and be empowered to refuse work in unsafe conditions without losing their jobs.
"Shoppers are much more powerful that they might think," says Sennik, who is speaking Tuesday in Edmonton about the ethics of fashion during the University of Alberta's International Week. The week's theme is about creating a healthier world.
"I don't have a potion that would change everything in one go, (but) everybody has a responsibility once they know that something isn't working. Once you know that people are being made to go into factories that they know are faulty and have no recourse and subsequently die for the clothing that we're buying at a low cost, it's a responsibility that we have as human beings."
That came to a head for Sennik after April 24, 2013, when Bangladesh workers sewing clothing were crushed to death in the factory collapse. Sennik, who was designing for Wal-Mart at the time, quit in May and has spent the last months researching how ordinary Canadians can make informed decisions about how their consumer habits affect the health and welfare of people in Third World countries.
Sennik, who studied fashion design in Paris before working for such companies as Dior, the Bay and Jacob, recognizes it can be a challenge for consumers to find out where their blouses or slacks are made and under what conditions.
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He urges consumers to first visit the Clean Clothes Campaign website and sign a petition, demanding workers worldwide earn a living wage that will afford a family housing, food, basic medical needs and transportation costs as well as a little bit to set aside. The Bangladesh workers who died in the building collapse were earning 11 per cent of what they needed to live, based on an international calculation.
Sennik also encourages people to purchase clothing at fair-trade, smaller-brand companies that publicize where their factories are, how they operate and who is making the items. Often, such companies aren't mass-producing thousands of identical pieces, but instead do smaller batches of different styles. That, Sennik says, is much better for factory workers, slowing them down and lessening the pressure.
"If you're going to buy a shirt for exactly the same price in, say, Banana Republic or you buy it from a company like Everlane who does this, you are actually putting your dollars to a company that has shown you everything," Sennik says. "You've seen the transparency and you're not giving it to a Gap company who will not put their manufacturers up online for labour rights unions and NGOs to be able to find out if they've been making clothing in the wrong factories."
For those who can't afford Everlane prices, Sennik says people can consider making purchasers from retailers who have signed the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh. It legally binds companies to make reparations to employees injured in the workplace and demands third-party inspections.
"If that was in place before the Rana Plaza went down, 1,129 people would still be alive today because they knew there was a crack (in the building). They knew the building was unsafe and they did say to their employers they didn't want to go to work that day, (but) they didn't have the choice because it's either work or starve."
Loblaw, the retailer most demonized in Canada after colourful Joe Fresh clothing was seen littering the Bangladesh industrial disaster, was the only Canadian company to sign the accord, Sennik says.
Sennik stopped short of suggesting people buy Joe Fresh clothing from Superstore rather than brands from places such as Wal-Mart. "I'm just going to say that is your choice."
But that choice should be informed, he says. During his Tuesday talk, he will outline which stores in West Edmonton Mall have adopted the safety accord versus those who have signed the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety, which still allows the consortium of retailers to decide how to make reparations to injured workers and do their own building inspections.
"We're really not talking about fashion and clothing. We're talking about human rights. … What's happening is much bigger than a T-shirt. It's a civil rights movement and we're at the beginning of one."


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Conference USA weighing 16-team model for football
Conference USA commissioner Britton Banowsky said Monday that the league is considering expanding to 16 teams for football, reports CBSSports.com. The conference currently has 14 members for football, as Western Kentucky replaced Tulsa as the 14th member.
Last week, Tulsa left the conference to join the American Athletic Conference, which was formerly the Big East. The league signed a lucrative television deal with Fox Sports worth a reported $40 million and also has media-rights contracts with CBS and ESPN.
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"We've modeled it at 16, and it does kind of create some divisions that are a little more geographically connected," Banowsky said. "We haven't acted on it. I think personally a larger conference is better because you get some efficiencies, you get the benefit of a bigger group. We don't want to lose our identity in the process. We're just kind of moderating the growth at a pace where people are comfortable. It could be folks are just comfortable (at 14)."


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Secretary of State Ross Miller has issued a Request for Proposals from Web site developers in an effort to create a one-stop shop for the plethora of forms required by the state, city and county to start a business.
"This is a true game changer," Miller said. "This will largely streamline the process and reinforce our position as a business leader."
The bids for the job are due to the secretary's office by April 13. Miller expects the system to come online in phases and hopes most services will be available by the beginning of 2011.
The systems developer would be responding to a tall order. While other states have tried such a system, none have been successful, Miller said.
The Secretary of State's office envisions a one-stop clearinghouse where all transactions can be completed. Services offered will range from getting or renewing annual business licenses to registering vehicle fleets to paying state taxes by entering data just once and paying for all the services. The new Web site would also function as a clearinghouse for all payments, which would first go to the Secretary of State's office and then be distributed to the cities and counties.
"Right now people pay through multiple platforms," Miller said. "In this system, they would pay through one portal."
The site would also serve businesses looking to renew their licenses.
"They would log on, indicate if any information has changed and correct it," Miller said.
While the portal may be a busy business owner's dream, the integration of multiple systems could be a nightmare.
Each computer system that handles business licensing, articles of incorporation and all other legal red tape would have to function similarly.
"It is a massive project," Miller said. "No one else has been able to pull it off."
However, both Miller and the 2009 Nevada Legislature agreed that something needed to change.
"It (the idea to create the portal) was in recognition of the fact that in Nevada, the steps to opening up a business are not well defined and it is often a cumbersome process," Miller said.
Currently, new business owners must file mountains of paperwork and keep track of several different payments to different entities, sometimes duplicating work multiple times.
It was not the hassle, but rather the revenue increases that prompted the 2009 Legislature to fund the portal.
The new site's development will be paid for with $6.5 million set aside by the 2009 Legislature.
According to Miller, legislators were sold on the idea because the streamlined process is estimated to bring in between $30 and $40 million annually in additional revenue to the state from businesses attracted to the hassle-free process.
"There is a larger benefit to having this system," Miller said.
According to Miller, the state currently has more than 300,000 businesses on file, not including sole proprietorships or general partnerships.
"We have the second highest (number of) entities on file next to Delaware," Miller said, adding the caveat that many of these are headquartered out of state but choose to file licenses in Nevada due to tax breaks.
Although the process may be streamlined in the future, Miller added that businesses can expect their fees to remain constant.
"The portal is expected to help generate additional state revenue by increasing corporate filings in Nevada and improving efficiencies in a number of state agencies," according to a written statement from Miller's office. "It will reduce redundancy, eliminate many paper-based transactions and manual data entries that can lead to errors and delays and aid in recovering uncollected fees due to current inefficiencies in inter-agency communications."
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United Methodist Women offers grants for ministries and emerging child advocacy programs.
United Methodist Women Grants Disclosure: 2011
A Call to Prayer and Self-Denial
This annual observance gives local and district units a chance to study and reflect on a particular theme and to designate funds for ministries related to that theme for the year.
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A Brighter Future for Children & Youth
In 2013, United Methodist Women is offering grants of up to $10,000 for projects and programs that help prevent and end child trafficking, modern day child slavery and child sexual exploitation. Programs supporting child survivors (ages 0-18) will also be considered for funding. This grant is by invitation only for organizations that have relevant experience and expertise. Unsolicited applications will not be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grants
1. What grants does United Methodist Women offer?
United Methodist Women offers the following grants:
- Brighter Future for Children & Youth
United Methodist Women is offering grants of up to $10,000 for projects and programs that help prevent and end child trafficking, modern day child slavery and child sexual exploitation. Programs supporting child survivors (ages 0-18) will also be considered for funding.
- Call to Prayer and Self-Denial Offering
Since 1991, United Methodist Women has funded mission projects through Call to Prayer and Self-Denial Offerings in four-year cycles. The first year supports programs at institutions related to United Methodist Women; the second year has an open theme; the third year funds buildings and institutions that have historical relationships to United Methodist Women; and the fourth year supports pensions and medical care for retired missionaries and deaconesses. 2013 will be the second year in a four-year cycle. The grant for 2013 will be "Living Stewardship: Creating Financial Literacy."
- Assembly Offering
United Methodist Women Assembly takes place every four years to allow attendees to celebrate, to lift up, to learn, and to return to their communities better equipped for mission. During this time, an offering is made to fund mission work for a designated theme. The next Assembly Offering will be in 2014.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Some grants are open to all nonprofit organizations; others are by invitation only. Eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Brighter Future for Women and Children: This grant is by invitation only.
- Call to Prayer and Self-Denial Offering: In 2013, 501(c)(3) U.S. and international nonprofit organizations will be eligible to apply.
- Assembly Offering: The next Assembly Offering application will be available in 2014. The theme and eligibility are to be determined.
3. Do you support non–United Methodist organizations?
Yes. Any not-for-profit organization that does not discriminate based on faith, ethnicity, race, and gender is welcome to apply. Preference is given to organizations working directly with women, children and youth.
4. Where can I find an application?
All grant application forms that are open to the general public can be found on this page. Call to Prayer and Self-Denial applications are also available on the Call to Prayer and Self-Denial page.
5. When are applications due?
Due dates are found on grant application forms. These forms will be made available on the United Methodist Women website from January through May.
6. Can an application be sent in after the deadline?
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7. When will grant awards be announced?
Grant awards are announced in November of each year.
8. How does United Methodist Women evaluate grant applications?
United Methodist Women staff begin the screening process by determining whether the application is complete and fits the priority criteria. The applications are then sent to the United Methodist Women's board of directors for approval. The board determines whether the grant application should be given funding. The board may decide to approve full funding or partial funding or may reject the application.
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Successful grant requests match priority criteria listed on the application form, thoroughly answer all questions asked of applicants and include all requested attachments. In addition, grant requests must have a clear budget and a well-articulated monitoring and evaluation process. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Volunteer assignments may exist in clinical and non-clinical locations of the hospital, including nursing units, Emergency Department, hospital offices, Guest Services, information desks and other hospitality locations. The scope of potential assignments is unlimited.
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- Have a professional and positive attitude about your commitment to the hospital, its patients and visitors
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- Annual volunteer appreciation and acknowledgement
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- Free hospital café voucher during your volunteer service
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Internal prediction markets enable colleagues to wager on the fate of crucial projects and the success of products in the pipeline.
By Chris Taylor, MIT Technology Review
The need to predict the future, as exciting as it sounds, crops up in corporate life in terribly mundane ways. Case in point: large videogame companies need to know where to put their marketing dollars many months before they complete their games. Inevitably, some games will be stinkers, hardly worth the investment of an ad campaign. But how do you know which ones?
Here's how one very large videogame company used to guess the answer: its marketing people would predict the score their games in progress would garner on the website Metacritic, which aggregates game reviews. But why would the marketing people know more than the game's developers?
Three years ago, a startup called Crowdcast suggested a different tactic. Why not take hundreds of your lowliest employees, the ones in the trenches who are actually making and testing these games, and ask them what they think the Metacritic scores will be? Better yet, why not give them each $10,000 in play money and ask them to bet on the outcome? Let them accumulate a pot of pretend wealth if they're right. Turn game marketing prediction into, well, a game. More
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The Sony PlayStation is home to a lot of classic JRPG's. One of my favorites was Squaresoft's release, Chrono Cross. Known as the spiritual sequel to Chrono Trigger, the game delivered on all fronts. Chrono Cross's gameplay follows the JRPG formula we've all grown to love. Throughout your journey, you'll travel through two parallel dimensions, have up to 40+ different playable characters on your team, engage in a unique battle system, and listen to what is considered one of the best RPG soundtracks around.


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A patron in the bank also was transported to Memorial as a precaution, Wilkerson said.
The driver of the car, whose name was not released by police, was not ticketed, Wilkerson said. "We're not exactly sure how it happened," he said.
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Calkins, L.M. (1996, August). Motivating readers: First things first: Planting the seeds for lifelong reading. Instructor, 106(1), 32-33. (EJ 533 473)
Calkins, L.M. (1997, January-February). Motivating readers: Five ways to nurture a lasting love of reading. Instructor, 106(5), 32-33. (EJ 538 525)
Coley, R.J. (2001). Differences in the gender gap: Comparisons across racial/ethnic groups in education and work. Princeton: Educational Testing Service. (ED 451 222)
Coley, R.J. (2002). An uneven start: Indicators of inequality in school readiness. Princeton: Educational Testing Service.
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45 Beautiful Motion Blur Photos
Photos taken with a camera do not represent a single moment of time. Due to technological constraints these shots stand for some scene over a brief period of time. This time frame depends on the camera's shutter speed. In motion blur, any object moving with respect to the camera will look blurred or smeared along the direction of relative motion.
Motion blur is frequently used to show a sense of speed. You can achieve this effect in a usual scene using slow shutter speeds. You may want to take a look at resources provided in the end of the article — they show how one can add the motion blur effect in photos.
This article presents 45 beautiful examples of motion blur in photography. This showcase isn't supposed to be the ultimate and complete selection of motion blur images — it is supposed to provide you with some inspiration of what can be done with motion blur. All pictures are linked to the author's pages. You may want to explore further works of the photographers we've featured below.
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For the past month I've been on a mission to find the best pair of headphones under $200. I've tried the Bose OEI2, the Harman Kar For the past month I've been on a mission to find the best pair of headphones under $200. I've tried the Bose OEI2, the Harman Kardon CL's and the Beats Solo. As a previous owner of the P5's I couldn't wait to give these a try.
I'm at about 8 hours of listening, and they definitely need a bit of a burn-in, but once they opened up I was amazed at the quality.
It seems to be more and more difficult to find headphones that do not "color" frequencies (The beats do this terribly. Far too much bass. Gives me a headache.) Even the HKCL's did this. I'm glad that B&W do their best to deliver the music as naturally as possible without adding harsh treble or pumped up bass. The music the P3's deliver is exceptional. Even the midrange (which is the most difficult frequency to deliver in headphones) is exceptional.
The build quality is on-par with the audio quality. Amazing. They fit well, look great, and the case (although a bit plasticy and not "high end") will certainly keep them safe. They're easily portable (much more so than the HKCL's) and seem to be built to last.
Without a doubt these are the best $199 headphones I've ever owned. …
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This was my first purchase of high-end headphones, and I could not be happier with my decision. After testing out Harmon Kardon, B This was my first purchase of high-end headphones, and I could not be happier with my decision. After testing out Harmon Kardon, Bose, and Beats, the Bowers & Wilkins P3 had the perfect mix of highs, mids, and lows. It is not overpowering with bass like the Beats Solo HD. I listen to a variety of music spanning from Jazz to Progressive House, and these headphones fit the bill wonderfully. Futhermore, these headphones are portable and incredibly comfortable. Mixed with elegant looks and durable construction, the B&W P3 was the perfect combination of sound and estethics. I highly recommend these headphones to anyone looking to truly appreciate quality audio. …
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In the past 2 months I have tried so many headphones it makes my head spin. On ear, over the ear, open, closed, it's rediculous ho In the past 2 months I have tried so many headphones it makes my head spin. On ear, over the ear, open, closed, it's rediculous how many there are and all fail at some measure. Uncomfortable, no highs, too much base, no mids, it goes on and on. The P3 get its right at every turn. Comfort, oustanding definition ( I found the base a bit strong but easy to adjust for). Rich full sound, controls and mic on cord, compact and sturdy. I do not think for portbale use there is another product even close.
You owe iot to yourself to at least try these beauties! …
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Beautiful and rich sound!
Hello, I recently bought this headphones in the white version.
They are beautiful and the sound is amazingly good and detailed. Hello, I recently bought this headphones in the white version.
They are beautiful and the sound is amazingly good and detailed.
I also own a Bose Quiet Confort 15 headphones, and is hard to tell which one is better. But the B&W is more pleasant to use since the noise canceling feature can cause some annoying feeling.
I recommend this product to everyone who wants to enjoy rich, balanced and detailed sound. In order to extract the maximum potential I recommend use with high quality sources, like Apple Lossless Audio, Flac or 320 kbps mp3. …
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Superb Headphones!!!
I purchased the Bowers and Wilkins P3 headphones around a month ago. Let me start off by saying that the sound quality is second t I purchased the Bowers and Wilkins P3 headphones around a month ago. Let me start off by saying that the sound quality is second to none. I have tested almost every option from Beats to Bose, and Bowers and Wilkins as a company stands apart. Being an avid user of the more expensive Bowers and Wilkins P5, ($300), I must say that I was pleasantly surprised. While comparing the two, (P5 & P3), there is a subtle difference in the music clarity. However, in every other way, the P3's match the P5's. Constructed of rubber and medal, the P3's build quality excellent build quality is evident. Everything you touch and feel is impeccable; these headphones are tuned to reproduce crisp sound regardless of the genre. Well done Bowers and Wilkins!! The P3 and P5 are the best headphones on the market. …
- Written by Elizabeth M from Charlotte
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Great Purchase!
The sound is very balance and natural sounding. You have to break them in like a pair of shoes for optimum sound. You can hear the The sound is very balance and natural sounding. You have to break them in like a pair of shoes for optimum sound. You can hear the depths of songs a lot better than regular Apple earbuds. You won't want to go back to your little earbuds! The bass is just the right amount. The headphones are really tight on your head and can leak sound if you go over 50% of your sound since fabric is used. It doesn't do well in terms of noise canceling. It's best if you're listening indoors or in a place where it's near quiet. It travels well. …
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do these headphones work with siri? i.e. holding down the centre button to ask a question.
- Asked by Nicholas B
- Jul 8, 2012
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- Answered by Gregory W from Tewksbury
- Jul 10, 2012
Do these headphones block noise?
- Asked by Julie G from Rochester
- Nov 26, 2012
They are not officially "noise canceling" headphones, however they are directionally loud enough to They are not officially "noise canceling" headphones, however they are directionally loud enough to block out most other noise. …
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- Jan 7, 2013
Do these headphones work for someone wearing hearing aides? (Not able to get enough amplification with ipad volume alone)
- Asked by Mary W from Milbank
- Nov 26, 2012
I'm not sure if these headphones will give higher amplification as the apple products all have a vol I'm not sure if these headphones will give higher amplification as the apple products all have a volume limit. You probably need to investigate an external desktop amplifier that you put between the ipad and your headphones. For example, check out the Fiio range of amplifers. They have a range of desktop and portable amplifiers that should do the job. Warning! Check the connections as I understand the ipad has a different connection than the ipod. The Fiio range normally connect using USB ports, although I connect a Fiio amp to my ipod using the standard ipod connector port (its a connector also sold by Fiio). With the P3's this set-up gives excellent sound quality. …
- Answered by Michael H
- Oct 18, 2013
How much sound do these leak?
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- Mar 17, 2013
they leak a little bit but nobody will hear what you are hearing.
- Answered by Cheol C from Ithaca
- Aug 8, 2013
Can you change the ear pads on the P3 once they become dirty or is there any leather switch outs available?
- Asked by Erica M from Cibolo
- Nov 18, 2012
Do these headphones sound good?
- Asked by Adam H
- Nov 1, 2012
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Yes. Out of the box they sound muddy and very bass loaded. Burn them in over a weekend by playing lo Yes. Out of the box they sound muddy and very bass loaded. Burn them in over a weekend by playing loud music and they transform - the treble opens up, the midrange comes through and they sound very nice indeed. They remain slightly bass-forward, but nothing like the Beats headphones. They also drive nicely from an iPhone or iPod/Pad without separate amplification. …
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i do not usually give 5 stars to any tape, but one deserves it. truely on of the best of this genre, "rogue-5" has everything and bares repeat viewings. the she-males here could not be hotter or better hung. in each scene they get hotter, bigger, and more aggressive - giving as good as they get (not the usual in she-male fare. the guys in the scenes are really good-looking, sexy, well-hung, and...accommodating! these he-shes take it all and ask for more. every performer enjoys every minute - there is no acting here! i heartily recommend this title. watch it twice - you'll see new things every time.
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This is one of the lesser Anabolic efforts. There are of the hallmarks of the company's great contributions to the art of porno. Plenty of good looking czech women and guys with big cocks fucking them. Lot's of Anal - lot's of DP.
If you like she-males, this one's for you. Some of these ladies are super hot - and the brazilian guys with them are even hotter. Nonstop action double feature really has something unusual and real in every scene. The actors really enjoy themselves! I bet travel to Brazil increases tenfold.
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Zimbabwe stun Pakistan with commanding win
Zimbabwe caused their second major upset in the space of 3 days by beating Twenty20 World Cup champions Pakistan by 12 runs in St Lucia.
Set a total of 144 for victory Pakistan got off to a poor start losing Khalid Latif at the start of the third over after he was dismissed by Chris Mpofu.
Mohammad Hafeez (9) soon followed as Pakistan lost wicket at regular intervals reaching 67-5 after 10 overs.
Fawad Alam (32) and Misbah-ul-Haq (21) offered Pakistan some hope with a partnership of 51 but Zimbabwe battled back and when Fawad Alam was dismissed by Prosper Utseya the defending champs suffered another collapse to finish their innings 12 run short.
Utseya was the star of the innings for Zimbabwe taking 4 wickets in his 4 overs conceding just 15 runs.
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Daisy wrote:tandfman wrote:Sounds terrible to me.
Terrible? Why? The alternative is a news organization run by private individuals.
BBC might appear free but everyone has to buy a TV license. If the advertising revenue dries up what other options are there for "free" press (both financially and editorially free)?
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Now that the DISCLOSE Act has—at least temporarily—been sidelined, attention is shifting to another bill designed to hinder corporate speech in the wake of Citizens United: the so-called Shareholder Protection Act (H.R. 4790). As Dow Jones Newswires reports, the Act recently made it through the House Financial Services Committee by a 35-28 vote, and can now proceed to the full House.
The brainchild of Rep. Michael Capuano (D-Mass.), the Shareholder Protection Act would require corporations that wish to speak independently during elections to seek prior shareholder approval. The Act does not apply to unions, which would remain free to spend money on political advertising without seeking approval from dues-paying members. Nor does the Act require corporations to get preapproval for speech on any other subject—the law targets only political speech.
The Shareholder Protection Act isn't really designed to protect shareholders. Corporate managers are already legally required to act in the shareholders' best interest. By singling out political speech—and only political speech—for more burdensome treatment, the proposed law merely attempts to do indirectly what the U.S. Supreme Court just said Congress may not do directly: abridge corporations' political speech rights. And just like direct attempts to limit corporate speech, this indirect attempt violates the First Amendment.
The Shareholder Protection Act functions as a prior restraint, the most invidious form of speech regulation. But worse, by requiring corporations to seek approval months in advance of political expenditures, the Shareholder Protection Act asks the impossible. Political markets are dynamic and unpredictable. As Justice Harlan once wrote, "[T]iming is of the essence in politics. It is almost impossible to predict the political future; and when an event occurs, it is often necessary to have one's voice heard promptly, if it is to be considered at all." Shuttlesworth v. Birmingham, 394 U.S. 147, 163 (1969). Of course, ensuring that corporate speech doesn't get considered is precisely the goal behind the Shareholder Protection Act.
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These skeins of wollmeise lace have a slightly smaller amount of yarn than the usual 300 gram skeins of lace, with each hank having between 286 and 299 grams. We've priced them based on 286 grams.
Yardage ranges between approx. 1600 and 1700 yards.
Claudia is known for her deep, rich colors, and this lace yarn is no exception. Pick something special to knit for yourself or a loved one. Hand-dyed in Germany.
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