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Uncle Roger's Notebooks of Daily Life
My life is, to me, ripe with frequent challenges, occasional successes, spontaneous laughter, adequate tears, and enough *life* to last me a lifetime. To you, however, it surely seems most pedestrian. And therefore, I recycle the name I used previously and call this my Notebooks of Daily Life. Daily, because it's everyday in nature, ordinary. These conglomeration of events that are my life are of interest to me because I live it, perhaps mildly so to those who are touched by it, and could only be of perverse, morbid curiosity to anyone else. Yet, I offer them here nonetheless. Make of them what you will, and perhaps you can learn from my mistakes.
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Tuesday, October 01, 2013
On Friday afternoon, the 20th of September, I got an e-mail saying a package was on its way to me. Unlike most such e-mails, this was not from some wealthy widow trying to sneak her late husband's millions out of her country or a free sample of the latest weight-loss/penis-enlarging/heart-healthy herbal remedy but an exciting new camera accessory, the Capture Camera Clip. It's a two-part system intended to make carrying your camera and, more importantly, taking photos easier and more convenient. I saw it on Kickstarter when they were planning version 2 and backed it.
"Based on extensive research, we cannot state definitively that New Mexico law currently permits same-sex marriage." So said New Mexico Attorney General Gary King. "Because of our conclusion, we caution against issuing marriage licenses to same sex couples before the courts have decided the issue or the legislature changes the law."
There are a lot of people in this country who believe that the United States was founded as a Christian nation and that it should be run as such. Never mind, for the moment that the US was explicitly founded as a secular nation; there are those who would like to and are working to turn this country into a theocracy -- a nation ruled by religion. Existing examples of theocracies include Iran, Afghanistan, and Saudi Arabia. And, of course, the Vatican.
What It Means To Be An American
If you are an American, you support marriage equality because you support the notion that the pursuit of happiness should be afforded to everyone, regardless of whether or not what makes them happy is what makes you happy.
If you are an American, you fight to keep your religion out of the government, including the public schools, because you understand that part of the reason early settlers came to this country was to get away from governments that forced religion on them and you do not want to force your beliefs on anyone, any more than you want their beliefs forced on you.
If you are an American, you want to see universal healthcare provided to everyone because you understand that we, as a nation, are only as strong as our weakest member and because you abhor the idea of anyone suffering.
If you are an American, you believe the military should be used to build bridges -- literally and figuratively -- in other countries, not tear them down, because we want the rest of the world to admire our way of life so much that they will want to emulate it, rather than destroy it.
If you are an American, you support open immigration and opportunities for all, regardless of how or why they got here, because you know that not too long ago your own ancestors were immigrants as well -- or, if not, that these new immigrants can't be much worse than previous ones who stole your ancestors' land and killed so many of them.
If you are an American, you pay your taxes, and gladly, because you recognize the many benefits you've received -- and continue to receive -- from being an American and want to support this country, financially, knowing that it takes more than a two-dollar flag sticker on the back of your car for it to survive
If you are an American, you accept and celebrate your fellow Americans, whoever they might be because you understand that it is that grand diversity that has made this country the special place that it once was, is now, and, hopefully, will continue to be for many, many generations.
If you are an American, truly an American, hold your head up proudly. If not, it is time for you to change.
Why I Care -- The Daddy Edition
I've touched on the reasons (other than, duh, it's the right thing to do) why I fight for equal rights for all in the past, but I'm not sure I ever shared the reasons I drag my kids into the fray. It's important to me that they be a part of this for a number of reasons. And with this explanation I must also present an apology -- I apologize to the LGBT community because I have been using you.
You are welcome to any beliefs you care to hold, regardless of how silly they might seem to me or anyone else.
You are not, however, allowed to impose the limitations and restrictions dictated by your beliefs on anyone else.
Last week, Mittens "Magic Underwear" Romney weighed in on the historic 9th circuit court ruling that Prop 8 is indeed unconstitutional. As a Mormon, Mittens is well aware of so-called "non-traditional" marriages. In fact, it is my hypothesis that the reason the Mormon church is so rabidly anti-equality is that if same-sex marriage is legalized, people might start asking why polyamory isn't legal which, of course, would get people started looking at the Mormon church.
Innate or Not -- It Matters Not
For quite some time, there has been a heated debate about whether homosexuality is a genetic or chosen attribute. Many who disapprove of it claim it is something that the LGBT community chooses, often due to some imagined pact with the devil. The best response to that, in my opinion, came from author, journalist, and sex columnist Dan Savage who said, essentially, "Prove it. Suck my dick." This was aimed directly at presidential hopeful/one-man comedy act Herman Cain. Thus far, Cain has failed to prove Homosexuality to be a choice.
But what if sexual orientation is a choice? What if we can choose to be either gay or straight? Recently, Cynthia Nixon told the New York Times that, for her, being gay is indeed a choice. This got a lot of people upset, not surprisingly. Many, I suppose, feared that she had handed the opposition a loaded weapon -- that she would be the one example that would be held up over and over again as the haters gleefully claimed that homosexuality is a choice for everyone. And then, along comes Frank Bruni.
I've been a fan of the kora, a 21-stringed instrument from Western Africa, for quite some time, ever since I discovered Toumani Diabate. I love the intricate patterns of sounds that players weave with all 18 fingers on their three hands. Okay, so kora players have only the usual numbers of fingers and hands and use only their thumb and forefinger. Still, the music is amazing and very moving.
I have always been a fan of setting goals, even if I don't always (or ever) get around to setting them for myself and even if I don't always achieve them when I do. I saw, recently, that my friends Susan and Karen had created life lists -- list of things they want do in their lives. I figure, if I have my whole life to work on them, I might be able to accomplish some similar goals.
In researching the idea, I found Mighty Girl whose Mighty Life List seems to have inspired a lot of people as well as John Goddard, whose list, written when he 15 and mostly checked off, has led him to have an amazing life. If you're interested in making your own; check out Karen's tips. Most important, however, is to simply make your list and then start crossing things off it.
Have I offended you? Have I said something that upset you? Has something I've written conflicted so deeply with your beliefs that you've cursed my very existence? Did I do something that sickened you, so distasteful was it to you and your faith? Then I say congratulations! I am so very happy for you!
Sometimes I click on the "Find Friends" link and scan through the names. Not because I'm looking for more friends but because I find it interesting to see who FB thinks I might know.
Police have reportedly captured a suspect in a series of fires taking place around the Bay Area. In each case, the arsonist set fire to a flower shop, destroying it, and the plants within, completely. Police had been stumped for weeks; the culprit left few clues behind. Now, however, they say they are very confident that Ray Oliver is the one responsible.
Fair (Guest Post by Jared, Age 9)
Do you want fair? Then everyone should be allowed to get married.
There's another type of fair, nobody's allowed to get married.
Either nobody is allowed get married or everbody is allowed to get married.
Your choice.
My son Jared took it upon himself to offer his views on the idea of marriage equality. This post is part of Blogging for LGBT Families Day.
Prop 8 (Guest Post by Sara, Age 7 (almost))
I think prop 8 is not a good idea because it is not fair. There are people that can't get married because of prop 8.
When a boy or girl wants to marry the same thing of who they are. When someone wants to marry someone they should be able to do that even if a girl and another girl wants to marry, even for boys.
It just isn't fair.
My daughter Sara offers her thoughts on California's proposition 8, the unconstitutional measure that stripped the right to marry from many citizens. This post is part of Blogging for LGBT Families Day.


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Transfer news LIVE: Real Madrid Bale out
22.45 BST: Right folks, that's all we've got time for today but please joins us again for more conjecture and hopefully some more done deals as well on Friday.
22.05 BST The Daily Mirror reckons Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho wants to cash-in on Demba Ba as he wants a new striker, with Anzhi Makhachkala mooted as a potential destination.
21.48 BST - DONE DEAL: West Brom confirm that Nicolas Anelka has arrived on a one-year deal with the potential for a one-year extension next summer.
Nicolas Anelka signs for West Bromwich Albion: Albion's new signing poses for the cameras http://t.co/mlWavzz3n8 #wba #welcomeAnelka— WBAFCofficial (@WBAFCofficial) July 4, 2013
21.16 BST: Luis Suarez to Arsenal? That is the bold claim being made by the Daily Mail, who claim that bookies have stopped taking bets on the Uruguay striker moving south from Liverpool. Surely not?!
20.53 BST: Staying in Italy, where Roque Santa Cruz has an offer from Bologna. The striker is a free agent having left Man City but has yet to make up his mind who to join according to Bologna general director Roberto Zanzi, who told Corriere di Bologna: "The player has not decided yet. These are delicate choicesas there are different offers on the table. I've spoken with him many times in the last few hours. Let's wait and see whether he will decide to accept our offer or not."
20.28 BST: AC Milan vice president Adriano Galliani plays the cryptic card when asked by Sky Sport about a potential move for CSKA Moscow playmaker Keisuke Honda: "At the moment, [Honda] is a CSKA Moscow player," he told Sky Sport, "but who can predict what will happen in the future."
Honda has been linked with a €2.5 million move to the Rossoneri.
20.06 BST: FULL STORY on Thiago Silva's comments about being happy at PSG despite the carrot of a "dream" move to Barca potentially hanging in front of him.
19.35 BST - DONE DEAL: Villarreal are back in La Liga this season following promotion and are looking to shore up their squad for 2013-14. Hopefully for fans of the Yellow Submarine will be boosted by the arrival of Slovenia left-back Bojan Jokic, who has signed a four-year contract after leaving Chievo on July 1.
19.16 BST: Not conventional transfer news perhaps, but Phil Neville has today returned to Man Utd as a coach, with Ryan Giggs joining him on David Moyes' new coaching team.
18.50 BST: Thiago Silva speaks to Brazilian newspaper Globesporte about Barcelona conjecture: "Last year, there was speculation and talks with Barcelona which came to nothing. This year, there's been nothing, I'm very calm in my head regarding transfers. To play for Barcelona is a dream for all players, but I'm happy at PSG for the moment. My wish has always been to play in Europe and at a big club."
18.34 BST: Some more light reading for you - this is ESPN's John Brewin's take on the summer transfer window and why it is always best to get your business done early.
18.08 BST: Did you read about Dortmund's latest signing and ask the question Pierre-Emerick who? Here's all you need to know about the Champions League finalists' new speedy striker, courtesy of James Horncastle.
17.56 BST - DONE DEAL: Newcastle United have snapped up one for the future and we'll give you one guess which country he's from. Got it in one - France Under-17 international Olivier Kemen joins Les Magpies from Metz.
17.30 BST: Mauricio Pochettino has been outlining Saints' impressive-sounding summer transfer wishlist, which includes Internacional striker Damiao, Celtic midfielder Victor Wanyama and Valencia's Ever Banega: "We manage a lot of information about very good players. One of them is Damiao, also Banega and also Wanyama."
17.01 BST: It seems like Nicolas Anelka's move to West Brom is edging closer if this tweet from Baggies midfielder Youssouf Mulumbu is anything to go by.
Looooool welcome Mr Anelka in west brom and all the best ... pic.twitter.com/9dyae205ok— Youssouf Mulumbu (@mulumbuofficial) July 4, 2013
16.49 BST: Here's what Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc has to say about the deal: "We are very happy that we could sign our desired player in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. He can play various positions in offence, has enormous speed in his actions and is very dangerous in front of the goal."
16.33 BST - DONE DEAL - Borussia Dortmund have signed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (24) from St Etienne with immediate effect until 30 June 2018. Bye bye Lewandowski then? FULL STORY
16.17 BST: Wigan have signed goalkeeper Scott Carson from Turkish club Bursaspor, with the 27-year-old telling the club's official website: "I'm over the moon to join the club. Now the focus is to get my head down and start working hard in time for the new season."
16.07 BST: Southampton boss Mauricio Pochettino has said there wouldn't be room at the club for all the players they have been linked with in the media over the summer. Speaking to Southampton's official website, he said: "In the press, there are a lot of rumours about top-class players being linked with Southampton. That shows we're a serious and ambitious club."
16.02 BST: Derby boss Nigel Clough has said he would like to bring in former Watford midfielder John Eustace, who is training with the Rams, on a permanent deal. He told BBC Radio Derby: "He's the sort of character we would like around if possible. He will do two weeks with us. We hope to sit down with him next week, depending on how it goes."
15.30 BST - DONE DEAL: Norwich have signed Birmingham City winger Nathan Redmond on a four-year deal. The England Under-21 international moves to Carrow Road for an undisclosed fee, but earlier reports had suggested the deal would cost in the region of £2.5 million.
15.24 BST: More from Crystal Palace, where FK Haugesund defender Umaru Bangura could be coming in through the Selhurst Park doors. The 25-year-old had a brief spell at Watford, who released him in 2008.
15.12 BST: Norwich City will announce their third signing of the summer at 15.30 BST. Stand by, people. Stand by.
15.04 BST - DONE DEALS: Oxford United have signed defender Tom Newey from Scunthorpe on a free, while Asa Hall has joined them from Shrewsbury on loan.
15.00 BST: Gonzalo Higuain is reportedly close to finalising a move to Arsenal from Real Madrid for £23 million after Real gave him permission to talk to the Gunners. His father Jorge, who is also his agent, said: "We managed to get permission from Real Madrid to negotiate face-to-face with Arsenal. Fortunately, I will soon be able to watch my son play in the Premier League."
14.37 BST:Dundee United are hoping to wrap up the signings of ex-Spurs trainees Calum Butcher and Kudus Oyenuga, a defender and a striker respectively, who have ben on trial after spending a season at non-league Hayes & Yeading.
14.07 BST - DONE DEAL:More from the north-east: Newcastle have signed midfielder Olivier Kemen, a France Under-17 international, from Metz.
14.01 BST:Benjamin Mendy has completed his medical at Sunderland prior to a proposed move, and it has been confirmed that the Black Cats and Panathinaikos have agreed a fee with highly-rated Greek teenager Charis Mavrias, thought to be in the region of £2.5 million, with a further £850,000 in potential add-ons.
13.54 BST: Napoli are still in negotiations with Real Madrid for Jose Callejon, Sky Italia reports.
13.50 BST: Not content with signing one new striker this week, Crystal Palace could make it two: the Croydon Advertiser says the Eagles are in talks with former West Ham man Carlton Cole. Palace manager Ian Holloway brought Dwight Gayle from Peterborough to Selhurst Park yesterday.
13.30 BST - DONE DEAL: Nottingham Forest striker David McGoldrick has gone to Ipswich Town, where he has been on loan since January, on a free transfer. McGoldrick, 25, has signed a contract until 2015.
13.12 BST: The Birmingham Mail is reporting that West Bromwich Albion are closing in on a move for Nicolas Anelka, who worked with head coach Steve Clarke at Chelsea. The paper says the much-travelled 34-year-old is due to hold talks with the Baggies - and may also undergo a medical - later today.
12.44 BST - DONE DEALS: And hot on its heels, another two deals: one-time Manchester United winger Lee Martin, who has also played for Rangers, Stoke and Ipswich, has moved to Championship Millwall on a free, while QPR striker DJ Campbell joins Blackburn on the same basis.
12.41 BST - DONE DEAL: Wolves, and new manager Kenny Jackett, didn't hang about there: they have completed a deal (mooted earlier today) to bring in former Bolton defender Sam Ricketts on a free transfer.
12.12 BST: More on Kone – Dave Whelan said three clubs had made offers for him, and it would seem that one of those is Newcastle. The Magpies have been given permission to speak to the Wigan striker, the Press Association is reporting.
12.03 BST: Peru striker Claudio Pizarro has agreed a one-year contract extension with Bayern Munich until the end of next season, and said: "I can't say what might happen a year from now. But I'm feeling good, and I want to play football for as long as possible."
12.01 BST: Besiktas director Ahmet Piper says the Turkish club have made a bid for Tottenham striker Emmanuel Adebayor. Adebayor scored five goals in 25 appearances last season – but Piper told Fanatik a deal was a long way from being done.
"It is certainly true that we are looking at the idea of a transfer. We have made a serious bid for Adebayor," he said. "That, in turn, has given us a figure for the player, which is slightly above the amount that we imagined. However, making a signing as big as this immediately is nothing but a dream."
11.48 BST: Atletico Mineiro striker Jo has told A Bola he is unaware of any interest from Porto. "I am only thinking of Atletico Mineiro," the former Manchester City striker said.
11.45 BST: More from Blackburn – their former midfielder Alex Marrow could be set to re-join them on a free transfer after his Crystal Palace contract came to an end.
11.38 BST: Benfica striker Oscar Cardozo's agent, Pedro Aldave, has taken to Twitter to deny quotes attributed to him suggesting a move to Fenerbahce was imminent. "The news is false," he wrote. "Only SLB [Benfica] and LFV [club president Luis Felipe Vieira] can talk about this."
11.33 BST: Manchester City defender Maicon will be allowed to move on if an acceptable offer is received, the Manchester Evening News has reported. The right-back made only 11 appearances in a campaign blighted by injury problems, and is interesting Roma.
11.31 BST: Roberto Martinez is adamant that Arouna Kone's age will not prevent him from being an Everton success if a deal goes through.
The Wigan striker turns 30 in November, and his signing would appear to go against a Goodison Park transfer policy that is more focused on bringing in young players with a high potential sell-on value. But new Everton manager Martinez, who brought Kone to Wigan from Levante for £4 million last summer, has no concerns about taking him to Merseyside and told the Liverpool Echo the Ivory Coast forward is "at the peak of his career".
11.04 BST: Leeds manager Brian McDermott has denied reports that newly-promoted Crystal Palace have made a £3 million bid for defender Sam Byram – adding that that would not be enough to prise the teenager from Elland Road in any case. "I'm sure Ian [Holloway] wouldn't be making a bid of £3 million for Sam," he told the Yorkshire Evening Post. "That wouldn't be the case, and it certainly hasn't happened."
10.57 BST: Sam Ricketts has left Bolton Wanderers after his contract was cancelled by mutual consent, and the 31-year-old now appears likely to move to League One Wolves.
10.50 BST: Southampton striker Rickie Lambert, last season's answer to Grant Holt the season before, hopes Southampton will bring in some more new faces as they look to build on last season's solid Premier League return. He told the club's official website: "We're more than confident in the team we've got, now but hopefully the gaffer is going to bring in a few to improve us as well. It's ideal to get people in at this stage. As a player, you can't underestimate how important that is."
10.40 BST: Championship Blackburn are close to striking a deal with central defender Matt Kilgallon, a free agent after leaving Sunderland at the end of last season.
10.30 BST: Djibril Cisse, a free agent after leaving QPR by mutual consent at the end of last season, has moved a long way away from Shepherd's Bush, joining Russian side Kuban Krasnodar on a one-year contract with an option to extend.
10.00 BST: Hull boss Steve Bruce's search for more firepower could be boosted – or not – within the next 48 hours, the Hull Daily Mail reports. That's because they have given Burnley what is described as a "final, take it or leave it" offer for prolific striker Charlie Austin.
09.41 BST: Spanish newspaper Sport has reported that striker Javier Saviola, a free agent after leaving Malaga, is interesting West Ham and Cardiff.
09.39 BST: Veteran striker Kevin Phillips will stay at newly-promoted Crystal Palace, according to Eagles boss Ian Holloway. Phillips, who scored the penalty that beat Watford in the play-off final to earn promotion, had said he was considering other offers, with one "particularly tempting". But Holloway told the South London Press: "Kev's coming back in for training - he'll take about five minutes to sort out, I believe."
09.36 BST: Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo seems set for a move to Manchester City, despite recent reports suggesting that he would become an Atletico Madrid player by the end of the week.
Speaking at the presentation of new signing Victor Marchin, Sevilla president Jose Maria del Nido said he had run out of patience with the Madrid club over their failure to agree a fee, adding: "Right now, there is a 0% chance that Negredo will sign for Atletico."
09.16 BST: Gonzalo Higuain's father has been quoted by TuttoMercatoWeb as saying that negotiations between Real Madrid and Arsenal are at an "advanced stage".
09.14 BST: Paul Lambert has made a whole bundle of signings for Aston Villa so far this summer, and the window's only been open for a few days. The Birmingham Mail reports that the acquisitive Lambert could be adding yet another player – Nuremberg's Japan international midfielder Hiroshi Kiyotake – to his squad. The player is thought to be valued at around €7 million.
09.10 BST: Huddersfield manager Mark Robins is in no doubt that he has made an excellent signing in snapping up James Vaughan – who spent last season on loan with the club – from Norwich for an undisclosed fee. "James's arrival is a significant signing for the club," he said. "I'm delighted that we have secured his services."
09.09 BST: Eintracht Frankfurt chief executive Heribert Bruchhagen has poured a bit of cold water on rumours that Nicklas Bendtner could be on his way to the club, saying: "We know all the stories about Bendtner, we know all the pros and cons – but it is doubtful that we can pay Bendtner's wages. We can't offer him more than our other top earners."
08.58 BST: Borussia Monchengladbach goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, linked with Barcelona, has said it is "amusing to read all the stories about where I have signed already" and adds: "Those journalists seem to know more than me. I am at Gladbach and look forward to the upcoming season – but you never know what will happen in the next few years."
08.50 BST: Reported Real Madrid target Ilkay Gundogan is in talks to renew his contract at Borussia Dortmund, according to reports in Germany. His father and agent, Irfan, is quoted as saying: "I would like him to stay at Dortmund. It is a little too soon for a move to England or Spain."
08.45 BST: Paulinho has outlined his ambition to be Tottenham Hotspur's version of Chelsea's goalscoring midfielder Frank Lampard. The Brazil international is expected to complete a £17 million move to Spurs from Corinthians soon as Andre Villas-Boas looks to bolster his midfield.
08.40 BST: And a few other snippets from Italy: Napoli will use the Edinson Cavani cash (assuming they sell him to PSG, of course) to get Nicolas N'Koulou and Andre Ayew from Marseille, Le Phoceen reports; Hoffenheim are said to be interested in Bordeaux forward Anthony Modeste; L'Equipe says Sunderland target Benjamin Mendy would rather stay in France, and Rennes centre-back Jean-Armel Kana-Biyik has told RMC he would "prefer a move to England" if he leaves the Breton club.
08.30 BST: Reports suggest that the mooted transfer of Bayern Munich striker Mario Gomez to Fiorentina could yet hit a snag, with Bayern chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge concerned that the Serie A club are struggling to match the asking price.
08.15 BST: Jose Mourinho's moving in the market: Chelsea have announced that a fee has been agreed for the signing of Vitesse Arnhem midfielder Marco van Ginkel.
Netherlands Under-21 international Van Ginkel, 20, is reported to have held talks with Mourinho this week, and is now set to complete a transfer reported to be worth around £8 million. A statement on the club's official website read: "Chelsea Football Club and Vitesse Arnhem have reached an agreement for the transfer of Marco van Ginkel. The player will join Chelsea subject to a medical, agreement of personal terms and legal documentation."
07.53 BST: Manchester United will seek a formal transfer request from Wayne Rooney if the striker wants to press ahead with an exit, according to the Times and the Guardian. FULL STORY.
07.26 BST: It is understood via a club source that Manchester United made contact with Borussia Dortmund about Robert Lewandowski again this week. Watch this space.
06.59 BST: Queens Park Rangers are in the hunt for midfielder Scott Parker, who has been told he can leave Tottenham, according to the Guardian. With Paulinho's arrival at White Hart Lane seemingly imminent, it appears there is no place for Parker in AVB's plans, with a £2 million transfer fee sought.
06:02 BST:Paris Saint-Germain manager Laurent Blanc believes Newcastle United's Yohan Cabaye could strengthen the Ligue 1 champions. Blanc said: "Yohan offers many things in midfield and can play in quite a few positions."
05:21 BST:Brazil striker Hulk has spoken about rumours suggesting he could leave Zenit St Petersburg this summer, saying he's happy if he stays and happy if he goes. "If I am to move, it has to be to a better place, with a better team in a better competition," he told TV Paraiba. "I will be happy, too, if I stay. Zenit are a great club."
04:35 BST: Hamburg sporting director Oliver Kreuzer has confirmed that free agent Roque Santa Cruz will not be joining them next season.
03:42 BST: Napoli are denying that Paris Saint-Germain have made an offer for Edinson Cavani. Reports suggested the French champions were willing to meet the player's €63 million release clause, but Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis dismissed the rumours and said he was confident that the club did not have to sell their best players.
02:58 BST: Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner is strongly tipped to join German club Eintracht Frankfurt. The two clubs have reportedly met, Bendtner was seen at Frankfurt Airport and coach Armin Veh believes the Danish international is an "interesting" prospect.
Rejoice, Spurs fans! Real Madrid have pulled the plug on their attempts to sign Welsh wizard Gareth Bale. According to the Sun and the Mirror, Madrid officials conceded defeat after Spurs continually rebuffed their advances.
Tottenham were steadfast in refusing to let their biggest star leave White NHart Lane, no matter what the offer. According to reports, Madrid were willing to part with something around £80 million (the same amount they paid Manchester United for Cristiano Ronaldo). But Madrid have told Spurs they will be back in 12 months time.
Meanwhile, Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has set his sights on Spain striker Alvaro Negredo as a ready-made replacement for the departed Carlos Tevez. Italian champions Juventus completed the capture of Tevez on a three-year deal last week, and Pellegrini has wasted little time in sizing up Sevilla's Negredo, with the Mail suggesting it would take at least £18 million to sign the 27-year-old.
Across the city, it looks as though Manchester United winger Nani could have played his last game for the Red Devils, with the Mail reporting that Roma have joined the race for the 26-year-old. Galatasaray and Monaco have already shown an interest in the Portugal international, but United's asking price, said to be in the region of £12 million, has tempted the Serie A club to join the hunt.

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Whether you're an experienced arts educator, or a teacher looking for ways to bring life to your curriculum through visual arts, music, drama and dance, this group will provide a place to meet, share, and imagine!
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Optical illusion, Europe, 1850-1900
'Fritz' and 'Paul', or "Les 2 Piccolos", are the names given to the two flat metal figures in this optical illusion from France. Whenever you put one next to the other, the piccolo in front always looks bigger despite them being the same size. It is unclear why this optical illusion was in Henry Wellcome's medical collection. It may have been used as a diagnostic visual test to explore why people perceive the same thing differently.
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Do you think we will see the app by the end of this year? Thanks!
How come when I reply with a quote in the mobile site, it doesn't quote anything?
Did we get the mobile app or tapatalk while I was away? Been keeping up with other comic book forums using the tapatalk software......
No real update since Jonah last posted.
Last I heard, a mobile version of the Main site is in the works. Then mobile options for the Forums later.
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I just clicked on one of the t-bolts threads in the marvel comics forum and it looked like it was formatted for mobile... I am on android 4.0. Are you doing tests or was it just a glitch? It is back to normal now.
CBR seems a bit out of touch with the whole mobile forum side of things. We've waited ages and still nothing. All we need is the Tapatalk code adding and we're sorted. 10 minutes max to do this.
Can anyone give an update on this? We need some mobile love!!!
We've never actually had any firm details from Jonah on this. I have no idea why. There was apparently an app in development but that's not what we really need in my opinion. Just a simple mobile friendly theme for the site - as many other sites have done. See macrumors.com's forums - it takes seconds to implement!
When I visit some other forums on my iPad I sometimes get a pop up saying that I can use the tapatalk app to view them. I have to click past this pop up every time. It's irritating. I hope cbr doesn't implement this because I'd have to click past a lot more pop ups.
Fortunately it looks like they still have no intention of doing so.
I'd prefer just a mobile version of the forum. We could just stick it to the homescreen if we wanted
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Check the comics price guide forum - auto adjusts to mobile format when you visit from an iphone or mobile device.
What I don't understand is that this is a simple job to implement. CBR seem a little behind the times with the technology on this one.
It's seriously a 10 minute job if you know what you're doing - a quick tweak to the forum software and it would be mobile friendly immediately.
Perhaps we need a poll to get the owners attention?
Think your probably right.
Its strange though that other comicbook forums have been mobile friendly for some time - Comics Price Guide forums, Comic Vine etc. CBR is well behind.
I don't even think that the excuse that an app is in development is justified either (I think this was mentioned a while back). Mobile friendly forums should be standard now.


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Philadelphia—Scientists say they identified a strong oral carcinogen in smokeless tobacco and called for federal regulation of the substance (S)-NNN, one of a family of compounds called nitrosamines, in these products.
Although mounting evidence suggests an increased risk of cancer of the mouth, esophagus and pancreas for users of chewing tobacco, snuff and related products, until now no substance in these products was clearly implicated as a cause of mouth cancer, said Stephen Hecht, Ph.D., University of Minnesota, who led the study.
"This is the first example of a strong oral cavity carcinogen that's in smokeless tobacco," he said. "Our results are very important in regard to the growing use of smokeless tobacco in the world, especially among younger people who think it is a safer form of tobacco than cigarettes. We now have the identity of the only known strong oral carcinogen in these products."
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Officials say three people were taken with life-threatening injuries to Carolinas Medical Center, and 2-year-old Trevon Nichols died as a result of the crash.
Randall Battiste, 20, of Charlotte, the driver of one of the racing vehicles was ejected in the crash.
Kelvin Nichols, 22, of York, was the driver of the second car, was also injured. His passenger, the deceased toddler's mother, 22-year-old Tiesha Baldwin suffered injuries in the collision.
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Have you always been such an underachiever?
[Laughs] You sound like my husband! When I told him I wanted to do a triathlon, he's like, "My little underachiever."
Is it just in your nature?
Yeah, I think I've always had a lot of energy. It's funny. On the way over here today I was thinking, Why do I still want so much more? Because I'm so happy and I am so fulfilled. But there is that part...it's just a mechanism I was born with. I just do want to accomplish more, and I don't really know exactly what it is. So I'm just going to keep trying and doing everything until I get to the point of, "OK. I think I did it! I think I did that thing I was after!"
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Having my babies. I think that was the biggest. I mean even while I was still in the hospital, I was very much aware in that moment that this is the biggest thing you will ever do! This is it! For any woman and for me as well.
Which has been the most challenging of all of your endeavors?
Probably the same thing! I mean honestly, being entrusted with the lives of two people who are totally dependent on you? It was always about me or my husband or whatever, but mostly myself my whole life, you know? But once you have babies, it's a whole different take and a whole different spin on life. You're aware that you're really responsible for raising these children in the right way, trying to instill them with values and tools and love. And you have to have patience and boundless energy. It's a relentless thing, you know what I mean? It's not like, OK, today I want to sleep in. Nope! You're going to get up and you're going to do it again! You can always take a day off from work. You can always take time from a relationship. Or family. You can take time from anything except raising kids. It's a challenge for me, which is great, because I love a challenge.


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Vinger, 47, is running as a Republican in a district that largely represents Sparks and Spanish Springs residents.
Vinger, an Air Force veteran, said his many appearances before the county commission in recent years, and his involvement in dealing with massive budget cuts, has primed him for the challenges that lie ahead.
"Sparks, Spanish Springs and other areas of District 4 are a microcosm of the challenges facing family-oriented communities throughout the nation," Vinger said. "It's important that we bring in transformational leadership to make sure we not only preserve what we have, but expedite recovery."
Vinger said he's interested in making broader policy changes, including bringing a strategic planning process, originally developed to deal with WCSO budget cuts, to the county commission.
"The decisions we make now are really important as we come out of the recession," Vinger said. But "this isn't all about the budget."
Focusing on issues specific to his possible constituents in Sparks and Spanish Springs, Vinger cited sustainable growth as paramount.
"Growth, I think, is vital," he said.
Vinger said he has assembled a strong support network of family, friends and colleagues to help manage his campaign.
In addition, he has established an official campaign website, www.toddvinger.com, and a communications team.
Vinger has been active in the Lions Club International for more than 18 years and also has volunteered with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
If elected, Vinger said he would retire from the WCSO.
No other candidate has announced a run against Vinger. Candidate filing is March 5 through 16.
Vinger said he was motivated to seek public office in part because of Larkin's exit. Larkin announced in January that he would not seek a third term on the county commission.
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U.S. Soccer Wire: Nov. 16, 2009
BRADLEY UNVEILS 22-MAN ROSTER FOR FRIENDLY AGAINST DENMARK ON NOV. 18: U.S. Men's National Team head coach Bob Bradley will bring 22 players to Aarhus, Denmark, for the USA's 24th and final match of 2009, a friendly against FIFA World Cup qualifiers Denmark. Bradley has added three players to the roster following the conclusion of the MLS Conference Championship matches and the Mexican league season. The Houston Dynamo midfield duo of Ricardo Clark and Stuart Holden are coming to Aarhus, along with Tigres defender Edgar Castillo. All three players will meet the team today in Denmark. José Francisco Torres was initially called into the camp for Denmark and has since been excused for personal reasons. Steve Cherundolo, Clint Dempsey and Chad Marshall have been released back to their clubs. The match will be televised live at 2:25 p.m. ET on ESPN Classic in its entirety. In addition, ESPN2 will switch its coverage to the U.S. game as soon as the final whistle is blown in the UEFA World Cup qualifying playoff between Greece and Ukraine which starts at 1 p.m. ET. Fans can also follow at ussoccer.com's MatchTracker and at www.twitter.com/ussoccer.Â
U.S. Roster By Position
GOALKEEPERS (3): Brad Guzan (Aston Villa), Marcus Hahnemann (Wolverhampton), Troy Perkins (Valerenga)
DEFENDERS (8): Carlos Bocanegra (Rennes), Jonathan Bornstein (Chivas USA), Edgar Castillo (Tigres), Jimmy Conrad (Kansas City Wizards), Clarence Goodson (IK Start), Frankie Hejduk (Columbus Crew), Heath Pearce (FC Dallas), Jonathan Spector (West Ham)
MIDFIELDERS (7): Michael Bradley (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Ricardo Clark (Houston Dynamo), Benny Feilhaber (AGF Aarhus), Stuart Holden (Houston Dynamo), Sacha Kljestan (Chivas USA), Dax McCarty (FC Dallas), Robbie Rogers (Columbus Crew)
FORWARDS (4): Jozy Altidore (Hull City), Conor Casey (Colorado Rapids), Jeff Cunningham (FC Dallas), Eddie Johnson (Fulham)Â
U.S. MEN'S NATIONAL TEAM DEFEATED 1-0 BY SLOVAKIA, FOCUS SHIFTS TO DENMARK ON WEDNESDAY: A penalty kick on the only shot of the first half by Slovakia was the deciding factor as the U.S. lost the first ever meeting between the two 2010 FIFA World Cup finalists 1-0 at Tehelné Pole in Bratislava. The U.S. started brightly and controlled much of the possession on the night but failed to convert in the final third. After gaining the goal advantage, Slovakia went on the defensive and despite recording eight shots, the U.S. could not find the crucial breakthrough. The U.S. continues preparations for next summer's World Cup in South Africa, traveling on Sunday to face another fellow 2010 qualifier, Denmark, on Wednesday, Nov. 18 in Aarhus.
U.S. Men's National Team 2009 ScheduleÂ
ussoccer.com's MNT Coverage – Nov. 10 – Nov. 16
- News: Bradley Names Denmark Roster
- USA 0, SVK 1: Report | Quotes | Preview
- Video: Highlights | Post-Game Press Conference & Reactions
- Features: Finishing Competition | Hahneman's New Ride
- Studio 90: Nov. 16 | Nov. 14 Game Day Edition | Nov. 11
- Update: Charlie Davies Statement Released
- MNT Blog | U.S. Soccer on TwitterÂ
NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR FOUR CATEGORIES OF 2009 BEST OF AWARDS: The 2009 Best of U.S. Soccer Awards have kicked off with a nomination period for four of the 12 awards that will be handed out in December. Now in its eighth year, the annual series provides fans the opportunity to submit their nominees for the four categories until Friday, Nov. 20 on ussoccer.com. The four nomination categories include Best Soccer Bar, Best Soccer Blog, Best Soccer Specialty Store and Best Fan Photo, where fans are asked to post personal photos that have the chance to be chosen as a nominee. During the nomination process ussoccer.com is calling on national team supporters to make their voices heard by submitting their favorites and discussing the nominations in the forums on ussoccer.com.
24-PLAYER ROSTER NAMED FOR WNT DECEMBER CAMP AT THE HOME DEPOT CENTER: U.S. Women's National Team head coach Pia Sundhage has called in 24 players for an 11-day training camp running from Dec. 5-15 at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. This will be the last action of the year for the U.S. women, who have compiled a record of 7-0-1 in full international matches in 2009. Eighteen players on the roster come from WPS clubs, but Sundhage has also called in six of the nation's top college players who are finishing up their seasons this fall. Â
U.S. Roster By Position
GOALKEEPERS (3): Nicole Barnhart (FC Gold Pride), Alyssa Naeher (Penn State), Hope Solo (St. Louis Athletica)
DEFENDERS (7): Brittany Bock (Los Angeles Sol), Rachel Buehler (FC Gold Pride), Lori Chalupny (St. Louis Athletica), Amy LePeilbet (Boston Breakers), Heather Mitts (Philadelphia Independence), Meghan Schnur (Sky Blue FC), Cat Whitehill (Washington Freedom)
MIDFIELDERS (8): Yael Averbuch (Sky Blue FC), Shannon Boxx (Los Angeles Sol), Tobin Heath (North Carolina), Carli Lloyd (Sky Blue FC), Christine Nairn (Penn State), Heather O'Reilly (Sky Blue FC), Leslie Osborne (Boston Breakers), Megan Rapinoe (Chicago Red Stars)
FORWARDS (6): Lauren Cheney (UCLA), Ella Masar (Chicago Red Stars), Casey Nogueira (North Carolina), Kelley O'Hara (Stanford), Amy Rodriguez (Philadelphia Independence), Abby Wambach (Washington Freedom)Â
ussoccer.com's WNT Coverage – Nov. 10 – Nov. 16
- Report: USA 1, Germany 0
- Blog: WNT BlogÂ
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U.S. U-17 WOMEN TO TRAVEL TO ARGENTINA IN DECEMBER FOR FOUR MATCHES: The U.S. Under-17 Women's National Team will travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina, from Dec. 4-14 to play four international matches. U.S. head coach Kazbek Tambi will bring 18 players to face the Argentina U-17 and U-20 Women's National Teams as well as combined U-17 and U-20 squads from Chile and Uruguay. The matches will be valuable preparation for the U.S. U-17s, who are getting ready for CONCACAF qualifying for the 2010 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Trinidad & Tobago from Sept. 5-25. The qualifying tournament is being held in Costa Rica next March with the USA going for one of three spots from CONCACAF. As host, T&T has an automatic berth. The U.S. roster features one hold-over from the squad that took second place at the 2008 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in New Zealand in team captain Morgan Brian. The USA opens its four-match run in Buenos Aires against a combined Chile team on Dec. 7. The USA will face the Argentina U-17s on Dec. 8 and the U-20s on Dec. 11 before finishing with the combined Uruguay team on Dec. 13. The USA has played three international matches so far this year, all against an older Germany team in Florida last February, losing twice and tying once.Â
U.S. U-17 WNT Roster by Position
GOALKEEPERS (2): Bryane Heaberline (Clearwater Chargers; St. Petersburg, Fla.), Abby Smith (Dallas Texans; Dallas, Texas)
DEFENDERS (5): Olivia Brannon (Michigan Jags; Troy, Mich.), Abby Dahlkemper (MVLA; Menlo Park, Calif.), Brooke Gilbert (Emerald City; Snohomish, Wash.), Casey Morrison (Spirit United; York, Pa.), Cari Roccaro (Albertson Fury; East Islip, N.Y.)
MIDFIELDERS (8): Morgan Brian (Ponte Vedra Storm; Saint Simons Island, Ga.), Kaysie Clark (KC Select Scream; Liberty, Mo.), Alexandra Doll (Bethesda SC; Bethesda, Md.), Caprice Dydasco (HSC Blues; Honolulu, Hawaii), Jessica Lee (Arsenal World Class; Tenafly, N.J.), Karin Samonian (Albertson SC; Westbury, N.Y.), Kaili Torres (Ponte Vedra Storm; Orange Park, Fla.), Clarissa Wedemeyer (Dallas Texans; Colleyville, Texas)
FORWARDS (3): Alesha Blair (Anza Force; Pleasanton, Calif.), Jennifer Gonzalez (Arsenal FC; Alta Loma, Calif.), Kylie McCarthy (San Diego Surf; Rancho Santa Fe. Calif.)Â
U.S. U-17 Women's National Team Schedule
Date         Opponent                                        Venue
Dec. 7Â Â Â Â Â Â Chile (U-17 and U-20 players)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dec. 9Â Â Â Â Â Â Argentina U-17 WNTÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dec. 11Â Â Â Â Argentina U-20 WNTÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dec. 13Â Â Â Â Uruguay (U-17 and U-20 players)Â Â Â Â Â Buenos Aires, ArgentinaÂ
U.S. U-15 GNT TO PARTICIPATE IN THANKSGIVING INTERREGIONALS: The U.S. Under-15 Girls' National Team will participate in the Thanksgiving Interregional Tournament in Sunrise, Fla., from Nov. 20-27, 2009. U.S. head coach Mike Dickey will bring 24 players to Florida for four matches, two against ODP Regional teams, and two against the Costa Rica U-17 Women's National Team. Dickey's squad ranges in age from player born in 1993 through 1995, with most of the roster consisting of 1994s. The ODP Regional teams and the Costa Ricans will be made up of 1993s. The USA opens its game schedule on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. ET against Region I (East) at Coral Glades High School and faces Costa Rica on Monday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. ET, also at CGHS. The team will have a rest day on Tuesday before facing Costa Rica again on Wednesday, Nov. 25 at 9 a.m. ET at North Community Park (Field 1) and then finishes the schedule against Region IV (West) at 8 a.m. ET on Thursday, Nov. 26, also at North Community Park.Â
U.S. U-15 GNT Roster By Position
GOALKEEPERS (2): McKenzie Karas (Premier '95 Black; Las Vegas, Nev.), Katelyn Rowland (San Juan Spirits; Vacaville, Calif.), Caroline Stanley (KCFC Alliance; Kansas City, Mo.)
DEFENDERS (7): Morgan Andrews (FC Stars of Mass.; Milford, N.H.), Lauren Bernard (Nordic SC; Colchester, Vt.), Kelli Hubly (Sockers FC; Elk Grove, Ill.), Laura, Liedle (San Diego Surf; San Diego, Calif.), Katie Naughton (Sockers FC; Arlington Heights, Ill.), Cari Roccaro (Albertson SC; East Islip, N.Y.), Ashley Spivey (Baltimore Soccer Bays; Baltimore, Md.), Maya Theuer (San Diego Surf; San Diego, Calif.)
MIDFIELDERS (8): Joanna Boyles (CASL Spartan Elite; Raleigh, N.C.), Miranda Freeman (Team Boca; Royal Palm Beach, Fla.), Gabrielle Galante (Montclair Thunderbolts; Howell, N.J.), Ashley Meier (Cleveland Whitecaps; Strongsville, Ohio), Reilly Parker (Mustang Blast; Danville, Calif.), Courtney Raetzman (Sockers FC; Elk Grove, Ill.), Brittany Ratcliffe (FC Pennsylvania Strikers; Williamstown, N.J.), Haley Washburn (San Juan Spirt; Folsom, Calif.), Sandra Yu (Cleveland Futbol; Strongville, Ohio)
FORWARDS (3): Mariana Galvan (SC Sporting; San Jose, Calif.), Lindsey Horan (Colorado Rush; Golden, Colo.), Amber Munerlyn (So Cal Blues; Corona, Calif.), Jasmine Paterson (Kendall SC; Key Largo, Fla.)Â
U-14 NDP TO SEND 36 BOYS TO INTERREGIONAL EVENT IN ORLANDO, FLA.: Coinciding with the 2009 U.S. Youth Soccer ODP Interregional in Orlando, Fla., U-14 Boys' NDP head coach Manny Schellscheidt will bring 36 players to Disney World to compete against some of the best regional teams in the country. The players traveling to Disney World from Nov. 25-30 were all born in 1996, and represent the first group of '96s to enter the U.S. youth national team system. The players will be split into two teams, Navy and Red, to compete in three games at the Disney event. On Monday, Nov. 30, the two national teams will face each other before departing in the afternoon. Â
U-14 NDP Roster By Position
GOALKEEPERS (4): Gianni Carillo (FC Westchester; Pine Bush, N.Y.), Andrew Epstein (Ft. Collins Arsenal; Fort Collins, Colo.), Andrew Ferber (Mustang Soccer Club; Danville, Calif.), Marius Heislitz (Forsyth Fusion; Cummings, Ga.)
DEFENDERS (7): Vernon Bailey (FC Dallas; Duncanville, Texas), Fischer Gallinger (Washington Premier FC; Gig Harbor, Wash.), Eric Holt (Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Carter Manley (Bethesda SC; Elkridge, Md.), Matthew Nance (Vardar; Washington, Mich.), Esteban Reyes (San Juan Lightning; San Marcos, Calif.), Jeffrey Rhodes (Westside United SC; Brownsburg, Ind.)
MIDFIELDERS (15): Corey Baird (Surf SC; Escondido, Calif.), Samuel Brown (Derby County Wolves; Ann Arbor, Mich.), Michael Clemmons (CASL; Raleigh, N.C.), Emerson Hyndman (FC Dallas; Plano, Texas), Patrick Khouri (Daniel Island SA; Charleston, S.C.), Elijah Martin (Cal Odyssey; Fresno, Calif.), Declan McCabe (Mass Premier Soccer; Weston, Mass.), Kevin Paz (West Pines United SC; Miami Gardens, Fla.), Ricardo Ruiz (Fullerton Rangers; Lake Elsinore, Calif.), Joab Santoyo (Arsenal FC; Fontana, Calif.), Noah Snyder (Lehigh Valley United; Warrington, Pa.), William Stevens (HBC; New Hyde Park, N.Y.), Brandon Tetro (PDA; Marlboro, N.J.), Wilfred Williams (Fusion; Johnson City, Tenn.), Alan Winn (Solar; Garland, Texas)
FORWARDS (10): Adonis Amaya (West Coast F.C., Westminster, Calif.), Jorge Calix (Team America; Alexandria, Va.), James Ellis Jr. (United Junkyard Dogs, Chesapeake, Va.), Toby Khounviseth (Minnesota Thunder Academy; Lakeville, Minn.), Oscar Martinez (FC Golden State; South Gate, Calif.), John Requejo Jr. (Santa Barbara SC; Carpinteria, Calif.), Rubio Rubin (Westside Metros; Beaverton, Ore.), Bruno Scodari (Olney Boys / Girls Club; Silver Springs, Md.), Austin Stamey (Highland FC; Arden, N.C.), Rolando Velazquez (Eugene Metro FC; Junction, Ore.)Â
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USA BID COMMITTEE GIVES FANS THE CHANCE TO "SUPPORT YOUR CITYâ€: The USA Bid Committee has added a "Support Your City†section to goUSAbid.com, the online home for the United States' bid to host the FIFA World Cupâ"¢ in 2018 or 2022. The new "Support Your City†section of the Web site features city-specific pages for each of the 27 cities currently being considered as potential host cities to be included in the U.S. bid that will be submitted to FIFA in May 2010. The new pages provide valuable city-specific information and photos while giving fans another opportunity to put their support behind the candidate city of their choice by signing the online petition at goUSAbid.com.Â
TICKETS FOR 2011 FIFA WOMEN'S WORLD CUP ON SALE: The Organizing Committee for the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup in Germany has launched its ticketing campaign. Sales phases will be divided in three periods, two of which, "City series†and "Twenty11†are focusing on families and clubs. The first round of ticket sales began on Oct. 29. The day was specifically chosen to launch the online order form on www.fifa.com as it coincided with the match between women's soccer powerhouses Germany and the USA at the new FIFA Women's World Cup Stadium in Augsburg, Germany. It marks the start of the first sales period, which will continue until Jan. 31, 2010, with the "city series" being exclusively on offer during this phase.Â
JOIN U.S. SOCCER SUPPORTERS CLUB: U.S. Soccer invites fans to join the U.S. Soccer Supporters Club, the official fan membership program of the U.S. national teams. U.S. Soccer SC members receive numerous benefits, highlighted by priority status to secure tickets to the upcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Members are provided the best chance to see the U.S. play in the biggest sporting event in the world. Register now on ussoccer.com to obtain 2010 ticketing priority. This benefit is available for a limited time. For more information, visit the Supporters Club home page.Â
BE OFFICIAL WHEN YOU'RE WATCHING: What's the next best thing to being at a game surrounded by your fellow screaming fans? Watching a game at an Official U.S. Soccer Bar surrounded by your fellow screaming fans! Bars across the U.S. are becoming the destination spots to gather and watch your U.S. teams in an atmosphere that is loud and rowdy. This week the Official Bar Program would like to welcome Tim Finnegan's in Phoenix, Ariz. as the newest member bar. Check the latest listings for the Official U.S. Soccer Bar in your area where you can watch the U.S. Men's National Team take on and Denmark on Nov. 18 at 2:30 p.m. ET.Â
FIFA WORLD CUP DRAW MEDIA ACCREDITATION DEADLINE TO CLOSE ON NOV. 19: Colleagues of the media are reminded that the accreditation process for the FIFA Executive Committee Meeting on Dec. 3 and the World Press Day on Dec. 5 will close on Nov. 19, 2009. Applications have to be made via the FIFA Media Channel (http://media.FIFA.com). Only accredited media will be granted access to those specific events around the Final Draw. Confirmations and detailed programs for both events will be sent by Nov. 23 2009.Â
U.S. SOCCER NATIONAL COACHING SCHOOLS SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED: U.S. Soccer's Coaching Department will conduct National Coaching Schools for A, B and C License Courses on Jan. 2-10, 2010, in California and Florida. The National "A†License course will take place at the University of Tampa in Tampa, Fla., and The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. The National "B†and "C†License courses will be offered at IMG Academies in Bradenton, Fla., and at Oxnard College in Oxnard, Calif. Â
U.S. SOCCER NATIONAL GOALKEEPING LICENSE COURSE ANNOUNCED: U.S. Soccer's Coaching Department will conduct its National Goalkeeping License course Jan. 24-31, 2010, in Carson, Calif. at The Home Depot Center.Â
COACHESNET OFFERS INTERNATIONAL TRIPS IN 2010: U.S. Soccer's CoachesNet is offering educational trips to both Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Madrid, Spain, in 2010. The announcement comes six months after the inaugural and successful coaching education trip that took place in Buenos Aires. In addition, CoachesNet sat down with National Staff Coach Juan Carlos Michia to discuss the trip to Madrid and what coaches can expect from their time in Spain.Â
POWER SOCCER SEEKS RECOGNITION FOR 2016 PARALYMPIC GAMES: In a letter Thursday to Sir Philip Craven, President of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), the Fédération Internationale de Powerchair Football Association (FIPFA) asked for recognition of powerchair football (known as power soccer in the United States) as a sport for the 2016 Paralympic Games. In accordance with IPC procedures, FIPFA consequently also seeks to become a member of the highly respected International Paralympic Committee as an independent federation governing power soccer, a team sport widely played both competitively and for recreation by severely disabled athletes in 20 countries.Â
PEAK PERFORMER: Real Salt Lake goalkeeper Nick Rimando was the hero on Saturday night in Chicago as his team edged past the Chicago Fire 5-4 in penalties when the MLS Eastern Conference playoff final went to spot kicks after 120 minutes of play deadlocked at 0-0. Rimando saved three Fire attempts to lift Real Salt Lake to victory and vault them into the MLS Cup on Nov. 22.
MARQUEE MATCHUP: The 2009 MLS Cup will pit the Western Conference champions Los Angeles Galaxy against Eastern Conference champions Real Salt Lake on Sunday, Nov. 22 at Qwest Field in Seattle, Wash. at 8:30 p.m. ET. The match will be televised live on ESPN.
SOCCER SHOCKER: In a Saudi Arabian league match, Al-Hilal striker Nawaf Al Abed has scored what is being reported as the fastest ever goal when he put the ball in the back of the net after just two seconds. The goal literally took two touches to create, as Al Abed's teammate touched the ball to him from the kickoff and the striker hit a one time shot that sailed over the opposing goalkeeper and into the net.
QUOTABLE: "It was going to take a little time and patience but with the leadership of Landon [Donovan] and David [Beckham], our second half of the season has been terrific. These games aren't easy and you look back, a couple of plays here and there made the difference. Getting home-field advantage for the Western Conference Championship was huge. Give our guys a lot of credit. They've played very well over the last two months." –L.A. Galaxy head coach Bruce Arena after his team reached the 2009 MLS Cup by beating the Houston Dynamo 2-0 at The Home Depot Center on Friday, Nov. 13.


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What is Betapace?
Sotalol is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Sotalol is used to help keep the heart beating normally in people with certain heart rhythm disorders of the ventricles (the lower chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow out of the heart). Sotalol is used in people with ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation.
Another form of this medicine, called sotalol AF, is used to treat heart rhythm disorders of the atrium (the upper chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow into the heart). Sotalol AF is used in people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.
Sotalol (Betapace, Sorine) is not used for the same conditions that sotalol AF (Betapace AF) is used for.
Sotalol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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What is the most important information I should know about Betapace (Sotalol)?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to sotalol, or if you have asthma, certain serious heart conditions, or a history of Long QT syndrome.
Before taking sotalol, tell your doctor if you have breathing problems, a history of heart disease or congestive heart failure, an electrolyte imbalance, diabetes, kidney disease, a thyroid disorder, a history of allergies, or if you have recently had a heart attack.
Sotalol (Betapace, Sorine) is not used for the same conditions that sotalol AF (Betapace AF) is used for. Always check your medicine when it is refilled to make sure you have received the correct brand and type as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not skip doses or stop taking sotalol without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using sotalol. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Betapace (Sotalol)?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to sotalol, or if you have:
- asthma
- a serious heart condition, especially "AV block" (unless you have a pacemaker)
- severe heart failure (that required you to be in the hospital)
- a history of Long QT syndrome; or
- a history of slow heart beats that have caused you to faint
To make sure sotalol is safe for you, tell your doctor about your other medical conditions, especially:
- breathing problems such as bronchitis or emphysema
- a history of heart disease or congestive heart failure
- an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood)
- diabetes
- kidney disease
- a thyroid disorder
- a history of allergies; or
- if you have recently had a heart attack
FDA pregnancy category B. Sotalol is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
Sotalol can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are using sotalol.
How much does Betapace (Sotalol) cost?
What conditions might Betapace (Sotalol) treat?
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Betapace Side Effects
What are the possible side effects of Betapace (Sotalol)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- headache with chest pain and severe dizziness, fainting, fast or pounding heartbeats
- feeling like you might pass out
- slow heartbeats
- trouble breathing
- unusual sweating, increased thirst; or
- swelling, rapid weight gain
Less serious side effects may include:
- headache, mild dizziness
- feeling weak or tired
- mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
- upset stomach
- sleep problems (insomnia); or
- pain in your arms or legs
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.Back to Top
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Betapace Interactions
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What other drugs affect Betapace (Sotalol)?
Many drugs can interact with sotalol. Below is just a partial list. Tell your doctor if you are using:
- a diuretic (water pill)
- insulin or oral diabetes medication
- terbutaline (Brethaire, Brethine, Bricanyl)
- an antibiotic such as azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax, Z-Pack), clarithromycin (Biaxin), erythromycin (E.E.S., EryPed, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, Pediazole), levofloxacin (Levaquin), moxifloxacin (Avelox), or pentamidine (NebuPent, Pentam)
- an antidepressant such as amitriptylline (Elavil, Vanatrip, Limbitrol), citalopram (Celexa), clomipramine (Anafranil), or desipramine (Norpramin)
- anti-malaria medications such as chloroquine (Aralen), halofantrine (Halfan), or mefloquine (Lariam)
- any other heart rhythm medications, especially amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), disopyramide (Norpace), dofetilide (Tikosyn), dronedarone (Multaq), flecainide (Tambocor), ibutilide (Corvert), mexiletine (Mexitil), procainamide (Procan, Pronestyl), propafenone, (Rythmol), or quinidine (Quin-G)
- heart or blood pressure medicine such as amlodipine (Norvasc, Caduet, Exforge, Lotrel, Tekamlo, Tribenzor, Twynsta, Amturnide), clonidine (Catapres, Clorpres), digoxin (digitalis, Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin), diltiazem (Cardizem, Cartia, Dilacor, Diltia, Diltzac, Taztia, Tiazac), nifedipine (Nifedical, Procardia), verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan, Tarka), and others
- medicine to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting such as dolasetron (Anzemet), droperidol (Inapsine), or ondansetron (Zofran)
- medicines to treat psychiatric disorders, such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), clozapine (FazaClo, Clozaril), haloperidol (Haldol), mesoridazine (Serentil), pimozide (Orap), thioridazine (Mellaril), or ziprasidone (Geodon)
- migraine headache medicine such as sumatriptan (Imitrex, Treximet); or
- narcotic medication such as methadone (Methadose, Diskets, Dolophine)
This list is not complete and there are many other drugs that can interact with sotalol. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list of all your medicines and show it to any healthcare provider who treats you.Back to Top
What should I avoid while taking Betapace (Sotalol)?
Avoid taking an antacid within 2 hours before or after you take sotalol. Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb sotalol.Back to Top
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Betapace Dosage
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How should I take Betapace (Sotalol)?
You will receive your first few doses of sotalol in a hospital setting where your heart can be monitored in case the medication causes serious side effects.
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take sotalol at the same time every day.
Shake the oral liquid well just before you measure a dose. Measure the liquid with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Visit your doctor regularly.
Tell your doctor if you are sick with severe vomiting or diarrhea, or if you are sweating more than usual. Prolonged illness can lead to a serious electrolyte imbalance, making it dangerous for you to use sotalol.
This medication can cause unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using sotalol.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using sotalol. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
Do not skip doses or stop taking sotalol without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely.
If there are any changes in the brand or strength of sotalol you use, your dosage needs may change. Sotalol (Betapace, Sorine) is not used for the same conditions that sotalol AF (Betapace AF) is used for.
Always check your medicine when it is refilled to make sure you have received the correct brand and type as prescribed by your doctor. Ask the pharmacist if you have any questions about the medicine given to you at the pharmacy.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.Back to Top
What happens if I overdose on Betapace (Sotalol)?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may include severe forms of some of the side effects listed in this medication guide.Back to Top
What happens if I miss a dose of Betapace (Sotalol)?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if your next dose is less than 8 hours away. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Back to Top
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I am one of the lucky "1%" of iPhone owners who had a problem with the touchscreen without any physical damage to the device. Basically the bottom row on the keyboard quit working, it would push the buttons on the row above when I pushed the spacebar, return etc. So I searched the forums here and found out that it was a touchscreen problem and called Apple. They gave me no hastle and are sending a box to send the iphone back but I get this in an email from them:
WARNING: Apple has discovered that some of the unauthorized unlocking programs available on the Internet may cause irreparable damage to the iPhone's software. As part of the service process, Apple will update the software on your iPhone to the latest version. IF YOU HAVE MODIFIED YOUR IPHONE'S SOFTWARE, YOUR IPHONE MAY BECOME PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE WHEN APPLE UPDATES THE SOFTWARE. Making unauthorized modifications to the software on your iPhone violates the iPhone software license agreement, and the inability to use your iPhone due to unauthorized software modifications is not covered under your iPhone's warranty
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Tight Lines
Rick Goines
The fishing community is a big part of those potential 60 million voters comprised of outdoor enthusiasts that also include hunters, shooters, and conservationists. Statistics prove that fishing is the largest participation sport in the USA. We are a force to be reckoned with, and need to use it to our political advantage. Let's support and vote for those candidates that have our best (fishing) interests at heart.
I remember my 9th grade civics teacher telling us that it was our obligation as citizens to be an informed, educated voter. See, Mr. Dwight Mackenzie, I WAS listening!
I encourage you to educate yourself about where candidates stand on issues that affect the outdoor activities we love and enjoy. The media is inundated with more information than you want or probably need. I prefer to get my information from places other than paid political ads. If you are an outdoors person planning to vote, you might check some of the current fishing and hunting magazines, blogs, and web sites. They are addressing specifically and directly the viewpoints of the candidates as they pertain to outdoorsmen related issues.
Neither presidential candidate fishes nor hunts, but their future executive action will certainly impact those of us that do.
Please seek accurate information and vote, and encourage others to join you. It's a privilege, and the American way.
Hotspot of the Week: Still getting great reports that inland waterway fishermen are enjoying success catching Speckled Trout. Keep your legal limit if you must, then please catch and gently release to preserve the fish population for the future.
I have learned that some of those rude, inconsiderate, selfish buttheads that are ignoring rules, regulations, and limits go to great extremes to catch and keep more than their fair share. Some are very sneaky and deceptive. They catch their legal limit, come ashore to offload, change clothes, switch boats, and go back out looking like a different person to catch more. My guess is that these jerks and jerkettes are selling their illegal fish to markets and restaurants. I hope they ALL get caught, and slapped with maximum fines.
Take away fishing licenses from some of these yahoos for a year or two, and you might get their attention.
Rick's Soapbox: I just finished a new book by the legendary fly fisherman, Lefty Kreh, titled "101 Fish, A Fly Fisher's Life List." Lefty has spent many of his 80-something years fishing, and writing about it. Maryland was his home base for 30 years.
Being a Marylander, born and raised, as a youngster I read many of his articles, and enjoyed some of his books, and held him and his fishing knowledge in high esteem. In his latest book, he relates world-wide fishing experiences and outings, devoting each chapter to a specific fish.
In the chapter on Hickory Shad, he speaks very highly of the Roanoke River at Roanoke Rapids, NC. Describing his boat launching and fishing location, he was actually in Weldon, but I think you get the point. This world renowned fishing expert and writer is extolling the virtues of abundant shad fishing, less than one hour from my driveway. I'm impressed and excited about that.
Maybe we should invite him to come to Tarboro, and try out the Tar River about mid-March. For several weeks during the peak of the shad run, I think the Tar River at Tarboro can stack-up against the best of 'em as a top notch shad fishery.
You don't have to be a fly fisherman to enjoy this book. I'm thrifty these days and got mine at the library, but certainly you can find it in most book stores. It might make a good Christmas gift for the fisherman on your list.
Care to share? Tight Lines welcomes your fishy snaps, tall tales, and outrageous lies at email@example.com.
See you on the water, my friend!


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TO CELEBRATE THE FADER'S 15th ANNIVERSARY AND 90th ISSUE, The FORT LINEUP FEATURES SURPRISE PERFORMANCES THAT ECHO FIRST COVER ARTISTS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS; INCLUDES FIRST-TIME PERFORMANCES FROM FKA TWIGS, JEREMIH, THE ORWELLS, AND SO MUCH MORE
NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The FADER FORT Presented by Converse, long positioned as the spot to see live music during its March homestead, is back for its 13th year in Austin, Texas. The FADER, launched in 1999, is also celebrating its 15th year and 90th issue this summer. To help celebrate, longtime fans of The FADER will see familiar faces take the stage this March: from artists who appeared on our cover first to artists The FADER broke early, to artists who played The FORT as emerging bands and are now coming back as our family and a household name. First time performances will also include FKA Twigs, The Orwells, Jeremih, and Isaiah Rashad, and additional acts will be announced in the days leading up to the festival via The FADER's twitter.
Guests will be able to RSVP to attend the private event, and media can now submit credentials at the link. Check out www.TheFADER.com/FORT for more details.
"It's incredible to see how much The FORT and The FADER have both grown, and to look back at these epic moments that we've celebrated in Austin over the years," said Andy Cohn, President and Publisher of The FADER. "There have been so many memorable moments and we're looking forward to celebrating this milestone of The FADER's existence with as many fans as possible. We've been fortunate to have the best musicians come through our doors to play for tens of thousands of music fans from around the world, and look forward to bringing another historic experience to Austin."
This will be the third year The FADER and Converse Inc. have partnered to support and showcase emerging artists and culture. This year's The FADER FORT Presented by Converse will continue to present some of today's most innovative programming and emerging artists to invited fans.
"Converse is thrilled to partner with The FADER again this year as we continue our ongoing mission of supporting the artistic community," said Geoff Cottrill, Converse VP/GM of Brand & Segments. "The FADER FORT Presented by Converse has progressed into a stage for global artists, and we look forward to using this platform again this year to encourage creativity worldwide."
The FADER FORT Presented by Converse will once again be joining forces with Dell, Inc., the end-to-end technology solutions leader born and headquartered in the Austin area. Dell, Intel and The FADER will share performances from The FORT, and exclusive artist interviews with fans around the world via live stream on TheFADER.com. The live stream will be powered by Dell Precision workstations. Patrons onsite will be able to view Dell's latest Touch and tablet product and solutions inside The FORT, while also checking out the technology happening real-time via the Dell + Intel Livestream Pod.
Mazda is also participating this year as the first-time official vehicle sponsor of The FADER FORT Presented by Converse. This is Mazda's first time activating a music-related experiential program in Austin, where it will be showcasing its all-new 2014 Mazda3. Partnering with The FADER enables Mazda to engage with customers who are passionate about music. Creativity is a core value of Mazda, and its onsite and online presence will showcase this through various activities. In addition to its onsite activations, Mazda will be developing content with The FADER artists to run online during, and post activities at The FORT. On the ground, Mazda will be providing shuttle service in Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-5 vehicles so attendees can experience the cars first-hand while resting their feet, and much more.
As the ultimate go-to location in Austin for fans to discover new music, "The FADER FORT Presented by Converse" provides a one-of-a-kind environment for music fans to take part in during the four-day festival. While at "The FADER FORT Presented by Converse", attendees will experience:
For over a decade, The FADER FORT has established itself as a primary stomping ground for many then-unknowns such as Kendrick Lamar, Yelawolf, M.I.A., Florence and the Machine, Odd Future, Feist, Cold War Kids, Kid Cudi, and The Black Keys. While the focus has always been emerging artists, The FADER FORT has also showcased a laundry list of artists that have performed including Usher, P. Diddy, Rick Ross, Kanye West, Lou Reed, My Morning Jacket, Justin Vernon, Amy Winehouse, Moby, Nas, Damian Marley, N.E.R.D, among others.
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Webber leads after Vettel issues
Sebastian Vettel offered a glimmer of hope to his rivals he would not have it all his own way this weekend.
With 13 minutes of the final hour-long practice session remaining for the Japanese Grand Prix, Vettel was seen chatting at the back of the Red Bull garage wearing his jeans and team t-shirt.
His mechanics, meanwhile, were working on his car and changing the KERS battery after it encountered a fault.
After claiming pole at Suzuka for the last four years, and currently on a run of three successive poles this season, there is a chance the 26-year-old German may be deposed from top spot.
Vettel, on course for his fourth consecutive Formula One world title, had to settle for ninth place on the timseheet, finishing almost a second down on team-mate Mark Webber.
With the 37-year-old Australian out in front by 0.134secs to Lewis Hamilton in his Mercedes, Vettel is still favourite to make it five poles in a row at this track if all is well with his car come qualifying.
Hamilton managed to depose team-mate Nico Rosberg down to third with a flying lap in the dying seconds, with the German three tenths of a second adrift of Webber.
Romain Grosjean in his Lotus was next up, albeit with a considerable gap to Rosberg of a third of a second, followed by the Ferrari pair of Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa.
Alonso, 77 points adrift of Vettel with only 125 available, called on Ferrari to make some gains overnight as he trailed behind the likes of Toro Rosso's Daniel Ricciardo and Jenson Button in his McLaren on Friday.
The Maranello marque appear to have done that, but at this stage not enough to get the Spaniard on the front two rows of the grid and in a position to pressurise Vettel.
Button was seventh quickest, followed by Lotus' Kimi Raikkonen, then Vettel, with Sauber's Nico Hulkenberg completing the top 10.
Force India's Paul Di Resta was down in 15th, 1.607secs back, whilst team-mate Adrian Sutil was 18th and another casualty of the track.
After a number of incidents on Friday, Sutil lost the rear of his car exiting the sweeping Spoon Curve, the German pirouetting 180 degrees before hitting a barrier and losing the front wing.
Marussia's Max Chilton was 21st and 3.791secs adrift, 3.5secs ahead of rock-bottom team-mate Jules Bianchi.
The Frenchman, however, was on a different programme as he missed all of yesterday's second session after smashing his car into a barrier at the second Degner corner.


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The NISE Network has created a scale ladder, a diagram that can quickly convey the size of the nanoscale by showing how objects are related by size. Using existing research on how people interpret scale, the Visualization Laboratory carried out a series of experiments to develop effective scale ladders as well as guidelines for their design and use. Please download and review "Guidelines for the Design and Use of Scale Ladders" when incorporating them into your own projects.
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- Is That Robot Real? book and poster
- Key Concepts NanoDays 2012 posters
- The Scale of the Universe interactive media
Just how small is the nanoscale?
To understand why the nanoscale is different, we need to appreciate just how small it is. Whether creating an exhibit on the color of a butterfly wing or participating in a forum on the health risks of nanomedicine, working with topics in nanoscience requires context to give meaning to sizes and scales. One common way to represent the nanoscale visually relies on scale ladders, diagrams that show how objects are related by size. Using existing research on understanding size and scale, the Visualization Laboratory carried out a series of experiments to develop effective scale ladders as well as guidelines for their design and use. Diagrams are highly simplified figures, designed to quickly convey ideas or relationships using lines or shapes. Diagrams are particularly useful in exhibit graphics and presentations, when viewers need to quickly grasp a concept. Illustrations, by contrast, provide very realistic renderings of objects and often take more time to interpret.
More Information on the Scale Ladder
The scale ladder the NISE Network Visualization Lab created locates nano in a broader range of measurement. Based on traditional scale ladders, the purpose is to convey the size of the nanoscale (i.e., nano is smaller than a cell and bigger than an atom) to the widest range of audiences. In this context, it is not intended to be content-rich; on the contrary, it attempts to be visually economical. By necessity, this type of visualization aims for simplicity; the design goal is clarity, without any one element standing out in a distracting or confusing way. Our design principles follow the advice of data-visualization expert Edward Tufte, avoiding gratuitous elements and retaining only what cannot be removed without losing content. The scale ladder includes four major elements: a specific range, a selection of labeled iconic landmarks, colored and labeled scale domains presented on a vertical wedge, and a side ruler indicating actual measurements of each landmark. Our highest priority is presenting a relative scale highlighting the nanoscale range, with a secondary emphasis on the nanoscale as a domain among other scale domains.
- Evaluation Study: Scale Ladders - Communicating Size and Scale (PDF, 852 KB) This report documents a series of interview studies conducted at the Exploratorium to determine how museum visitors interpret scale ladders that focus on the nanoscale.
- Front-end Evaluation study: Visitors' Drawings of Small (PDF, 286 KB) This companion report documents how visitors depict the concept of "small."


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