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Pygmies Surge to Flagstaff Rugby Fourpeat
The Pygmies defeated pool competitors from host
|Tech Rugby players (from left) Joaquin Roibal, Enrique Koerdell, and James Chavez defend a rucked ball won by Northern Arizona University Landsharks at the 30th Annual Northern Arizona Tens Tournament. Photo by Dave Wheelock/New Mexico Tech
The ball-winning unit of five forward players, led by Socorro native James Chavez, was not as dominant as in previous years but supplied enough possession to occasionally set loose a potent backline featuring veteran players Dustin Webb, Royce Beaudry, Isaiah Sanchez and James Fallt. The Pygmies scrambled successfully to turn away several scoring threats to preserve victory in their second and third matches.
Tech's first Saturday match against NAU proved to be their easiest. Powerful prop Chavez barged over the line for a short range try in the first minute and second-year center Marshal Spradley touched down a brace of five-pointers for a 21-0 halftime lead. But penalties, which would plague Techs' efforts throughout the tournament, crept into Tech's game in the second half and NAU was able to capitalize for an unconverted try. Sanchez's late intercept try closed scoring at 28-5 as Dustin Webb successfully drop-kicked all four try conversions for Tech.
An hour and a half later Tech tangled with a tough
New Mexico Tech was challenged in the afternoon final by Thunderbird Rugby Club, who had dispatched
With three minutes to play, Beaudry chipped a cross-field punt and Sanchez executed a spectacular tackle on the opposing wing, stripping the ball away and sprinting some 50 meters to score. Webb's conversion was good and Tech led 12-7. Beaudry added a try in the last minute after some deft passing by his teammates to secure Tech's repeat championship by a 19-7 score.
The high-flying Pygmies suffered a letdown of sorts in a Sunday "friendly" against host club
Tech will attempt to stretch their 10-man expertise to the traditional 15-member code this weekend in at the High Desert Classic tournament, hosted by the Albuquerque Aardvarks Rugby Club. In 2009 the Pygmies finished runners-up in the collegiate division.
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I have just come from the annual conference of the Association of Business Psychologists. As a Director of The Foundation for Workplace Spirituality I was invited to talk to them, and we had an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation about what spirituality means for work, workplaces and occupational psychology (click here for my publications). In my understanding, traditional Western psychology grew away from medicine's primary focus on the health of the body to focus on the health of the mind. I see spirituality as a further evolution of this, together with transpersonal psychology, looking at the health of the spirit as a way of reconnecting the heart with the brain and the body. Looking at Layard's 7 Happiness Factors, admitting spirituality in workplaces reconnects work with meaning and purpose, making it truly vocational. But it does not stop there. I was lucky enough to have followed a session on mindfulness by Michael Chaskalson, which many of my audience had also attended. If the first sense of spirituality as vocation looks at spirituality in an instrumental way, mindfulness speaks to intrinsic workplace spirituality, such that the day to day performance of work becomes a spiritual practice in its own right. Both together hallow work. My sandcastle was then comprehensively kicked down by the next speaker, who encouraged us to adopt a scientific 'metaphysic' and an evidentially-based ethic of pleasure. Perhaps these things do not necessarily conflict, but the hollow selfishness of it left me reeling. If James' work on Affluenza established anything, it is that hedonism in the context of global capitalism is not increasing human happiness because it is not providing meaning. What it is doing is generating trade for psychologists as emotional distress reaches epidemic proportions. I may share Epicurus' birthday, but this Aquarian does not subscribe to the rather Nietzschean counsel of despair with which we were presented. Treating spirituality as just another item on the McPleasure menu destroys it. One delegate in noting that spiritus means breath said that if you try to stop breathing you eventually 'get breathed.' So please keep these butterfly wings safe from the scary man - we might just need them.
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Press Release: Outcome Strategy Launch
Methodist Church Challenged to Affirm Equality for All
On Saturday 30th May Outcome[1] launched its five-year strategy to achieve its vision of an inclusive Methodist Church at its Annual Public Meeting, held in Manchester.
The strategy outlines the group's vision for a church in which sexuality is recognised as a gift from God, to be celebrated and enjoyed and in which relationships between people of the same sex are fully accepted and celebrated. To launch the strategy, the group has produced 10,000 leaflets; it is recruiting a task-force of people to facilitate debate and dialogue in each Methodist district; and it has held a range of workshops at the Public Meeting, enabling supporters to explore its plans in greater detail.
Outcome plans to have implemented its strategy in full by 2020. The new strategy's goals include:
- Same sex marriage will be accepted, celebrated and implemented in the Methodist Church
- The majority of Districts and Circuits will have engaged with issues related to sexuality and gender identity through meetings, discussions and workshops
- A range of LGBTQI-affirming materials will be available to promote discussion and debate at grassroots level
- A rich variety of affirming liturgies and worship materials will be available and in use throughout the Connexion.
The Public Meeting was attended by Gill Dascombe, Vice-President of the Methodist Conference, who was the guest preacher at the communion service.
Mrs Dascombe said: "It has been good to be part of an enjoyable and thought-provoking day today with members of Outcome. We live in exciting and important times when changes and developments in society are making it an ever more inclusive and affirming place for all people. I fully support Outcome's new strategy proposals, and look forward to being part of a Methodist Church where the dreams and visions of LGBTQI people will be heard and celebrated so as to enrich our shared pilgrimage."
Commenting on the launch of the new strategy, Outcome's National Co-ordinator, Barbara Pettitt, said: "This is a pivotal time for LGBTQI people within the life of the church and I, along with Outcome, are excited to be a part of that. We long to see a Church that is truly welcoming and inclusive of all people."
Copies of the strategy leaflet are available upon request. Anybody wishing to support the work of Outcome is encouraged to contact the National Co-ordinator.
Photo: Outcome supporters with copies of the new strategy leaflet at the Public Meeting
[1] Outcome represents lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) people, our supporters and friends within the Methodist Church.


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Interstate Concrete and Asphalt of Coeur d'Alene is the apparent low bidder on a project that will eliminate a two-lane, two-mile bottleneck on U.S. 95 north of Hayden. Bids were opened Thursday in Boise.
The project will widen a two-lane section of U.S. 95, between Wyoming Avenue and the Idaho 53 junction, to connect with four-lane segments on both ends. Widening will create more than 15 miles of four-lane highway from Coeur d'Alene to north of Garwood. A traffic signal at Lancaster Avenue also will be constructed, improving safety at the intersection.
The project is funded with savings from federal highway stimulus projects bid earlier this year. Construction will begin in the spring 2010 and be completed in the fall.
"Designating some of the savings from stimulus projects to this heavily traveled segment of U.S. 95 makes good sense, both in terms of job creation and transportation efficiency," said Idaho Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter. "Funneling traffic from four lanes to two lanes in this short section creates a real safety risk that needs to be eliminated."
State Rep. Frank Henderson, one of the Idaho Legislature's key proponents of the project, said he was pleased with the bid opening.
"This project is a very important investment in public safety," he said, "I'm pleased the Governor helped expedite the award of stimulus money so this project could begin next summer."
The segment of U.S. 95 is the first of seven additional shovel-ready highway projects that were approved by the Idaho Transportation Board at its August meeting using stimulus savings. More than $50 million in bid savings were realized on the first eight highway stimulus projects, which were advertised earlier this year.
They are part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 approved by Congress early this year to stimulate the economy through infrastructure investments and job creation/preservation.
The two-mile long project includes significant safety improvements to U.S. 95, according to transportation board member Jim Coleman, who represents Idaho's five northern counties.
"With the help of Governor Otter and Representative Henderson and other local legislators, this project has become a reality," Coleman said. "The project is also a great economic stimulus for northern Idaho in these difficult times. In addition, the positive effect on traffic, safety and the economy will be broad and long lasting."
The project is estimated to create or sustain 108 jobs.
Eight contractors bid on the project that was initially estimated to cost almost $16 million. The low bid by Interstate Concrete and Asphalt was $5.9 million. Competition among bidders and stable prices for construction materials are credited for the low bids.
The District 1 Design and Right of Way sections put a bid package together for advertising in less than three months," explained to District Engineer Damon Allen."Staff did an incredible job in a very short time, Allen said.
"Although this is typical for the great people in this district, I'm proud of how well they pull together and work as a team."
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As is well known, the 2012 election saw a national drive to restrict the ability to vote. Citizens fought back. By Election Day, almost every harsh new law was blocked, blunted, postponed, or repealed.
Count that a true win for democracy. But let's not be satisfied with just winning defensive fights. Instead, we should seize this moment of public attention to press for breakthrough reforms to assure that all eligible citizens can vote in elections that are free and fair.
Make no mistake: If the Florida 2000 recount was a car crash, last year was an unsettling near miss. Partisans passed voting restrictions in 19 states. Hardest hit: poor, minority, young and elderly voters. (The Brennan Center calculated that these restrictions could make it far harder for at least five million eligible citizens to vote. In the end, President Obama's victory margin proved to be…five million. Hmmm.) In the end, relatively few saw their rights directly deprived. But the fracas revealed underlying problems with our ramshackle voting system. Long lines were the visible symptom.
|Make no mistake: If the Florida 2000 recount was a car crash, last year was an unsettling near miss.
Now GOP-led states are moving forward with new restrictive rules. For example, Virginia just passed a harsh voter-ID law. North Carolina is moving forward with an array of new anti-voter rules. And the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to rule on two key cases, and may even gut the Voting Rights Act.
Still there are glimmers of new political hope. The risk of disenfranchisement actually spurred higher turnout among minority voters. President Obama repeatedly has called for an end to long lines and supported voting reform. Some politicians are listening. In Florida, the same lawmakers who curbed early voting are doing backflips to expand it.
All good. Now let's make meaningful changes for the long term.
We should start with a national mandate to modernize voter registration, a paradigm shift that would use digital technology to enroll all eligible citizens. That would add 50 million to the rolls…cost less…and curb fraud risks.
We should enact minimum national standards, too, to assure adequate in person early voting and election administration.
Most important: political will. It's up to all of us to continue to demand action, now, for stronger democracy. Let's insist: if we want to solve our problems, we must fix our systems.
Michael Waldman is the president of the Brennan Center for Justice at the New York University School of Law.


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Just posting a quick update! As you may know from my last post, life has been a bit of a challenge. A week or so before my 31st birthday, my husband (with whom I have been together for 11 1/2 years) and I decided to separate. It has been a challenging six months, to say the least. I'm happy to report that overall, things are going well and I believe that 2017 has a lot of great stuff in store for me.
After my last post, I found an apartment and moved out. In early October, I started divorce proceedings and it will be final on January 3rd. The sale of our house should go through in the next few weeks – all of these things are a stressful process. But, I'm happy to say that we have completed this process with zero arguments, remaining friends, and without lawyers. Even though it pains my heart that our marriage didn't work out, I am truly lucky to have met and been with a wonderful person for so many years.
One day, I was sitting in my apartment… feeling sad… and wanting to cheer myself up. So, I decided to use airline miles and hotel points from all of my business travels to take a vacation in early October. For some reason, since I was a kid I have dreamed of going to Ireland. So…. on impulse I booked a flight to London and then to Dublin and I WENT! Not only did I go on the dream vacation, but I went alone. Something I never thought I would do and sometimes still can't believe I did! I included some pictures below of the trip! It was an incredible experience and I can't put into words how grateful I am to have my health and so much opportunity.
Heading into the holidays, my weight is at the lowest it has been for probably about 18 months. I'm happy and proud to say that during these difficult times, I have not turned to food for comfort and I am ending the year with a lot of momentum into getting (maybe finally) to a goal weight. This morning I weighed in at 190.6 lbs. Below is a picture of me at my company's Christmas party last week!
Thanks to everyone for your kind messages and for keeping me in your thoughts! In my next post, I'll be sure to take updated plastic surgery scar photos. It has been 2 years and 3 months since my first round, and 1 year and 7 months since the second round. I'm guessing the scars are as faded as they will ever be!


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To be eligible for membership into our Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (B.P.O.E.), you must be a citizen of the United States over the age of 21 who believes in God.
You must be sponsored by a member "in good standing" (i.e., a member's dues are paid up-to-date) of our Lodge and reside in the jurisdiction of our Lodge. The Sponsor (member) can obtain an Application for you from the Lodge Office or the Lounge (Club).
After the Sponsor fills in the top portion and a portion on back of the Application, you will fill in the rest (follow the instructions and answer all questions, sign and date it). You can return the completed Application to the Lodge Office yourself (or in the Lounge) with anApplication fee of $100 – cash, check, or money order only (a one-time non-refundable fee, unless you are rejected for membership or your sponsor withdraws your Application – see "à" below).
At this point, you will be considered a "Candidate/Member in Process", which allows you to enjoy the Lodge and the Lounge, but you can not attend our Lodge meetings, sponsor anyone for membership, or rent our rooms until you have been initiated.
Our Lodge meeting dates are the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in each month. It takes approximately 6-8 weeks to be initiated into our Lodge. Our membership dues are $160 per fiscal year (April 1 of present year to March 31 of following year).
The following meetings will apply towards you becoming a member of our Lodge.
After your Application has been turned in, it will be read out at the next scheduled Lodge meeting. It will then be forwarded to the Investigation Committee. You and your Sponsor will receive a notice by mail to attend this meeting, along with the date and time. This meeting usually lasts 30-45 minutes. Your spouse, if applicable, is welcome to attend.
After the Investigation meeting, the Committee will report to the Lodge concerning your membership (favorable or unfavorable). At the next Lodge meeting, your Application (if favorable) will be read out. Then at the next Lodge meeting, your Application will be voted on.
When the vote is concluded, you and your Sponsor will be notified by mail to attend this meeting, along with the date and time. During Indoctrination, you will learn more about the Order's programs and charities. This meeting takes about 1 hour and your spouse, if applicable, is encouraged to attend.
The notice you received for the Indoctrination meeting will also include the final stage – the Initiation meeting (date and time also specified). The amount of your membership dues, payable at this meeting, are stated on this notice. This meeting takes about 2 hours. Spouses are not allowed at this meeting.
The Candidate must, within 4 months from the date of his/her election,appear for Initiation or be subject to forfeiture of the Application fee and Application withdrawn. However, if the Candidate does not attend theInvestigation and Indoctrinationmeetings in a timely manner, this could also cause forfeiture of the Application fee and Application withdrawn.
If for any reason your Application is rejected, you cannot reapply for membership until 6 months from the date of rejection.
We have two (2) rooms that are available for rental. These rooms MUST be rented through a member of our Lodge, and the member MUST attend your function, as he/she is responsible for the people attending. Since our Lodge is a "private" organization, our rooms are not available for rental to the public.
Accommodates: 120 people seated with small dance floor space + room for a DJ.
Description: Room has half-tile, half-carpet on floor. Tables/chairs are available from the storage room for your specific arrangement and must be returned to storage room after party. There is a "bar" area off this room if you choose to use it for set-ups, food, etc.
Rental Times: 12 noon – 12 midnight; any time after 12 midnight, there will be a $25 per hour charge for the bartender-on-duty, since he/she cannot leave Lodge until you do.
Cost: $225.00 (must be paid when rental form is filled out; cost includes $100 refundable cleaning deposit that isreimbursed to member if room is cleaned up after party).
Accommodates: 200 people seated with NO dance floor space or 130 people with dance floor space + room for a DJ.
Description: Room has wooden floor. Tables/chairs are already set up for our "Bingo" sessions. You may arrange this room any way you like, but the tables/chairs MUST be put back the way you found them. Charts are posted in the room for our Bingo arrangement.
Rental Times: 12 noon – 12 midnight; any time after 12 midnight, there will be a $25 per hour charge for the bartender-on-duty, since he/she cannot leave Lodge until you do.


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The Catholic Schools Office of the Albany Diocese has announced the winners of its annual Higher-Powered Learning grants. Funding totaling $100,000 will be distributed among the following school projects:
• St. Mary's Institute in Amsterdam, 3D science classroom;
• Consortium #1 (Catholic Schools Office for all schools), STEMSational resource library;
• All Saints Catholic Academy in Albany, "Equal is Not Equitable and Equitable is Not Equal;"
• Mater Christi School in Albany, student-created digital portfolios in early elementary grades;
• St. Clement's School in Saratoga, "Going Paperless…It's Elementary;"
• Consortium #2 (Blessed Sacrament School and Mater Christi School in Albany and Holy Spirit School in East Greenbush), Stages on the Sound consortium grant;
• Consortium #3 (St. Mary's/St. Alphonsus School in Glens Falls, St. Clement's in Saratoga, St. Mary's in Ballston Spa and Saratoga Central Catholic), North Country Catholic school outreach/news;
• Blessed Sacrament School in Albany, Chromebooks;
• St. Mary's/St. Alphonsus School in Glens Falls, "Where Does Our Food Come From;"
• St. Mary's School in Waterford, "Marketspace for 21st-Century Learning;"
• Saratoga Central Catholic School, Chromebooks for middle-school students;
• St. Thomas the Apostle School in Delmar, outdoor early childhood learning environment;
• St. Jude the Apostle School in Wynantskill, community collaboration and infrastructure upgrades.
The program, which is in its sixth year, gets a good response and was deemed "quite competitive." Each winning school will receive a grant check at a superintendent's conference day Sept. 4 at Christ our Light parish in Loudonville.
The Evangelist - The Official Publication of the Diocese of Albany


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Summary on Goodreads.
The Trap (The Hunt #3)
I didn't enjoy The Trap as much as book 1 and #2. In book #3 we completely lost the oddities of being human vs. vampire, except for one instance where the doctors in the lab scratched their wrists (if I'm not mistaken). Those differences is what I liked about the story.
Who is this supreme ruler? Why would everyone follow him? Is he the ultimate Dracula with powers to vaporize whichever vampire went against him? Do rulers got chosen like we choose presidents? How long had the ruler been in charge?
Those are some questions that came to mind after reading The Trap.
I didn't like the constant about-to-die scenes because, obviously, Gene and Sissy were not going to die. A couple of times of this hanging danger was okay, but it was so repetitive that I just rolled my eyes and moved one.
***** Spoiler*****
Why did Fukuda had to kill everyone but Gene and Sissy? Did what the others go through amount to nothing?
***** End Spoiler *****
I had to literally forced myself to finish the book and see what the deal was the origin.
At the end, we discover an interesting origin that wasn't fully developed and left me just wondering "really?" Some will say that precisely that is the point of the book, but for me, a final book should answer questions, not lead to new ones... unless the author is planning on continue writing the series.
If this series was to continue, I would not keep reading them. I am saturated of vampire blood, flash speed, and gruesome details.
Despite my dislike for The Trap, I still recommend it because, well, you need to finish the story.
Monday, December 9, 2013
The Trap by Andrew Fukuda
The Trap by Andrew Fukuda
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Welcome to Creation Care!
Here are some reasons to keep in mind that may help tip your scale toward Creation Care:
- In the Great Smokey Mountains alone, there are over 65 species of mammals, 130 species of trees, and over 4,000 species of plants.Freshwater streams in the region contain more species of salamanders, crayfish, and freshwater mussels than anywhere else on the planet.
- There are approximately 44 threatened, endangered or rare species for the French Broad River watershed in Buncombe County. Their survival is now linked to our ability to be responsible.
- The average American uses 100 gallons (380 liters) of water a day— more than 15 times that used by many people in developing countries. And many of the world's poorest live on fewer than 5 gallons (20 liters) a day.
- Fifteen percent of the world's population – almost one out of every six people – is chronically hungry, but not because the earth cannot sustain us all. It is because of the structures and systems for producing, buying, selling and sharing food that are profoundly broken.
- One pound of beef requires 1,799 gallons of water for processing…One pound of goat 127 gallons, sheep 731 gallons, pig 576 gallons. That's a huge difference.


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United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary
"Wartime Executive Power and the NSA's Surveillance Authority II"
February 28, 2006
Ken Gormley
Associate Professor of Constitutional Law
Duquesne University School of Law
Thank you very much. Chairman Specter and members of the committee, it's a great privilege to testify today.
And as Senator Specter said, I have had the good fortune of studying the issue of presidential power, and specifically the steel seizure case, often described as the granddaddy of the cases dealing with presidential power, especially on American soil. And my written testimony contains a lengthy summary of that.
Let me just summarize the problems I do see with the current Bush administration's secret surveillance program, acknowledging that I believe it flows from good faith efforts to wage a crucial war on terror. Then I'd like to talk about solutions.
Justice Jackson, as you know, declared in his famous concurrence in that case that presidential power is at the high point of the theatre of war abroad. It's at its low ebb on American turf, especially when the president has acted without constitutional or congressional support. Applying that president, I see four problems with the current surveillance program.
Nothing, first, in the text of the Constitution specifically gives the president power to conduct such secret warrantless surveillance on the domestic front, even in times of emergency.
Second, the administration specifically bypasses an act of Congress that, in creating the FISA court, that directly deals with precisely these sorts of surveillance efforts with respect to citizens of the United States and residents.
Third, the president's power -- and this is important -- the president's power is further diminished because the program directly collides with rights of American persons under the Bill of Rights, specifically the Fourth Amendment. And this collision, I should point out, potentially puts President Bush's power even at a lower point than President Truman's in the steel seizure case.
And fourth, this is interesting, if you adapt the steel seizure test and apply it to Congress, you discover that, unlike the president, Congress is at its zenith of power here. Congress has the power to establish inferior courts under Article I, which it has done in establishing the FISA court. It has the power to enact laws to ensure that Fourth Amendment rights and Bill of Rights protections are safeguarded, as it has done since the 1960s with wiretap laws. So Congress is at its high point here. The president is at low ebb.
So how does this committee give the president the tools he needs to fight the war on terror while still making sure that no constitutional shortcuts are taken?
Here's a very quick summary.
First, the existing FISA statute I believe should be used as a starting point. It works. It's been in place for 28 years. It's the best framework for any new legislation.
Second, a mechanism has to be created for judicial review. Congressional oversight is important, yes. And I have proposed a form of that in my written comments, that any secret surveillance legislation that makes it impossible to test the constitutionality of the program in the courts will end up violating the separation of powers doctrine as well as the Fourth Amendment. Probable cause by definition includes the participation of neutral and detached judges. So it's key that the FISA court be included in the process, albeit to make sure it operates in a highly secure fashion.
Third, a mechanism just be created to allow standing for aggrieved parties so that a valid case or controversy can be created in the courts. As you know, this is very complicated stuff. I've attempted to spell out some suggestions in my written testimony. I think there are ways to accomplish standing legitimately. My proposal would put the intelligence committees of Congress in the role of inter-mediator in order to permit valid cases and controversies to be presented to the courts without jeopardizing national security.
And fourth, the United States Supreme Court must possess the final power of review. All roads have to lead to the Supreme Court here. Even Congress can't write the Supreme Court of Article III.
And fifth, the intake valve in what's funneled into the FISA court has to remain extremely narrow. Any new legislation has to be fine-tuned carefully. When it comes to surveillance of American citizens in secret, this should be a rare thing, to be limited to cases where there is an awfully good reason to believe there's someone linked to terrorism on the other end of the communication. I think that still needs some tweaking.
Let me just end by saying, Mr. Chairman, there is no question in my mind that President Bush and his advisers and the attorney general are doing everything humanly possible to do the right thing for our country here, just as Harry Truman did in 1952 in the steel seizure case. He thought it was essential to seize those steel mills in order to protect American troops in the field of battle.
President Bush confronts a world quite different than any other previous president. This is serious business. There should be no finger pointing here. At the same time, this Congress has clearly defined powers under the Constitution. It has a duty to our system of government to ensure that these are now disemboweled or diminished in any way by any other branch of government however well intentioned.
Some of the draft legislation I believe is a positive step in that direction. This is not about right or wrong, Mr. Chairman, it's about attempting to find some common constitutional ground among equally well-intentioned public officials and branches of government, and I pray that we as a nation are still capable of doing that. Thank you for the privilege of testifying.


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Hi there! I'm Rosie, a born and bred Londoner, lifestyle blogger, lover of all things fashion and a devoted traveller and foodie.
At school, I was one of those kids that didn't have a clue what I wanted to do. I decided to read Law at university but always had this secret desire to be a fashion designer. This has stuck with me throughout my career which, as you might've guessed, is not in the fashion industry! I am also someone who loves to explore new places and try new experiences, gastronomic or otherwise.
Over the years, I've found that as I shared my experiences with friends, I started to get people asking for my opinions on places to go, things to see, restaurants to visit as well as asking for the occasional style tips. So, in December 2015, I decided to start Zohra's Rose – a Londoner's Lifestyle blog. This would be my creative outlet and a way to share my experiences and style tips with anyone who cared or was interested!
I'm also someone who loves talking about life in London. For me (and I might be biased), London is the best City in the world, forever evolving but still retaining its quintessential charm. I can't think of a single thing that you can't do or find here and, having lived in the City for most of my life, I can safely say that I know London like the back of my hand – whether it's places to eat or things to see, I want to share all this with my readers.
If any of the above sounds like something you would be interested in, I would love you to follow along – hopefully you will find something you like (or love) or something that even inspires you. Now that would be pretty amazing for me!
Any questions, you can contact me here by leaving a comment or on any of my social media outlets. Thanks for reading! x


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Jan 22, 2013
Saracens to face Ulster
Saracens have a home tie against Ulster in the quarter-finals of the Heineken Cup - a match that will be played on Saturday 6th April, kick off 6.30pm with the venue still to be confirmed.
Sarries bonus point victory against Edinburgh on Sunday at Vicarage Road earned them a home match in the knockout stages of the competition.
The semi-final draw for the competition has also taken place with the winner of the Saracens vs Ulster match getting home country advantage and facing the winner of the Toulon vs Leicester Tigers quarter-final.
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I've mentioned the truly boneheaded and potentially disastrous idea put forth by bandwidth providers to offer some kind of tiered access scheme to companies wherein they would not only offer connectivity but also the right to have their data delivered to the customer faster by paying more. Of course, as I explained, what this would really mean is slowing down everyone else's traffic just a little bit. Anyway, Tim Bray has caught Washington Post writer Christopher Stern parroting the spurious arguments of the telcos.
I have to acknowledge that a Marginal Revolution article on fair trade coffee shaped my thinking on this matter. His explanation of how price discrimination works in the coffee market works perfectly well for bandwidth as well.


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HRS Seminar Hosted By Dr. Jeffrey Draesel In Miami Florida
OZONE & VITAMIN INJECTIONS, PAIN MANAGEMENT, AND AESTHETICS WITH BIOLOGIC ALLOGRAFT OVERVIEW We are excited to be offering an entirely new approach to our standard HRS training! This 2-day course allows the participants to experience a comprehensive and intensive hands-on learning opportunity focusing on regenerative medicine techniques and their clinical applications with a group of doctors known for their clinical excellence! We will cover Biological Allograft (BAs) including what it is, applications, and studies; Ozone and Vitamin Injections using BAs, Injection Sites; Intro to Aesthetics with BAs. We will hear firsthand about operating a cash/insurance based practice. There will be a discussion about how to legally protect your assets also over the course of the weekend.


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To fishermen familiar with the much larger and more numerous mackerel boats the new Jumbos would have seemed particularly diminutive and so were ironically nick-named after London Zoos' famous African elephant - the biggest creature in captivity.
Jumbo had caused a storm of protest in 1882 following its controversial sale to the Barnum & Bailey Circus in the USA.
Celeste on her Launch Day sails to meet Happy Return arriving from Penzance. (photo: R.Manley)
The Jumbo class was a late development in the history of the St.Ives fishery relecting a growing preference for smaller inshore boats. As such they represent the epitome of traditional sailing boat design resulting from generations of trial and error.
The first were registered in 1885, although some may have been built earlier, and were engaged in netting herring and pilchard, hand-lining, and crabbing. By 1889 some 23 boats, varying radically in size and construction (including a converted ships' lifeboat) were listed as 'jumbos'.
Despite their constrasting size both these boats shown here were classed as 'Jumbos' and are typical of the St.Ives shape which enabled the vessel to remain upright when taking the ground. Legs would have been torn off in a crowded harbour, as shown below. The one on the right (above) and those against the quay (below) are so similar to 'Celeste' they are almost certainly from William Paynters' yard.
Perhaps the reason the Jumbo faded so quickly from popular memory is that the class was so short-lived. Only 15 years after their emergence, the fishery was in rapid decline. By the 1920's most had been broken up or sold away.
Lengthened and motorised, a few were given a new lease of life noteably
Hilda SS69 (formerly Margaret Roach) which was sold to Rye in 1945.
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Activity By Skills: Technology Skills
Trade Lesson 1 Measuring Trade in China
Students collect the time series data on exports and imports of China. Plot them in Excel and answer to the following questions: What does the Chinese trade pattern exhibit? and How is the Chinese trade balance (exports – imports) different from the American one?
Global Banking Lesson 5 Exchange Rate Activity
Students should read the short Investopia article ahead of time to understand the concept of weak and strong currencies.
Global Banking Lesson 4 Ethical Issue Question Activity
The instructor asks the students to identify commonalities and differences across the three firms and develop observations about the likely effectiveness of firms' effort to promote ethical conduct and social responsibilities based on the websites.
Global Banking Lesson 2 Ethical Issue Activity World Bank Reform
Divide students into three groups. One group would represent the IMF or World Bank officials, the second group the rich countries, the third group the developing countries. Each group should create a short presentation outlining the necessary steps to reform the IMF or World Bank.
Demographics Lesson 6 Individual Research and Preparation for Discussion
Utilize relevant resources from the MPI "Immigration data hub" to answer this question:
Explain how historic and recent migration trends are represented (or not) by your family history.
Global Services Lesson 6 Student Presentations of Haiti Leisure Programs
Students develop a preparation plan that demonstrates that they are adequately prepared for a cross-cultural experience and that the recreational services and supplies will be well-received by the Haitian people.
Global Services Lesson 4 Non-profit Case-study
Global Services Lesson 3 IBM and Lenovo Presentation
Through classrom presentations, students examine IBM and Lenovo to determine which company is more innovative.
Technology Lesson 6 Student Research
Students (individually or in small groups) conduct online research for class presentation and/or short paper on different global case studies of the politics, geopolitics, or environmental implications of oil production and distribution (e.g. domestic politics of oil production or conservation in Alaska; Venezuelan oil and Latin American geopolitics; oil and the strategic impulse behind war in Iraq; oil and the wars in Sudan; oil and issues of global warming; etc.).


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The original PRX Podcast, produced by long-time PRXer Adrianne, is on hiatus at the moment. But, we have other podcasts you should check out:
- SaltCast, a bi-weekly podcast on radio storytelling produced by the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies (salt.edu) and PRX.
- YouthCast, from generation.prx.org, a project of PRX to support, connect and distribute youth-produced radio.
- Nature Stories, a weekly podcast on the natural world, curated by Atlantic Public Media, and sponsored by The Nature Conservancy and PRX.
- Podcasts by Members, a whole page of PRX-member podcasts on topics from history to journalism to outdoor recreation.


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If you're looking for last minute holiday gifts, why not consider a book? Books make great gifts because you never have to worry if they'll make someone's butt look big or have an allergic reaction. In that spirit here are some book and author recommendations for those still looking or have postponed their Christmas shopping until the last possible minute.
Anything by Michael Connelly
Connelly had proven himself as one of the best writers today. His stories are intriguing, his characters are complex, and his prose is clear and crisp. Though most of his books surround LAPD Detective Harry Bosch, he's written a great book called The Lincoln Lawyer where he introduces a compelling criminal defense attorney named Mickey Haller who worries more about deal and negotiation rather than a client's guilt or innocence. For all Haller's faults, Connelly makes him someone we can sympathize with and who is forced to make the hardest decision of his life when faced with pure evil.
If you decide to buy a Harry Bosch novel, you don't have to worry about buying the first Bosch book, The Black Echo. I didn't read any of the Bosch novels in order and yet I was still able to enjoy the stories because Connelly gives you just enough background when necessary so you aren't missing out on anything. Just another reason he's one of the best writers working today.
The 48 Laws of Power, The 33 Strategies of War, and The Art of Seduction
Though marketed as ways to increase your power, crush your enemies, and seduce the man or woman of your dreams, Robert Greene's books are really insights into human behavior. Each book contains rules to obtaining, say, power and short vignettes of famous men and women and how their choices led to let them to obtain their ultimate desires or caused them to be complete failures.
You can read them as lessons history, glances at human psychology, or books about business. However you choose to read them, they are wonderfully told stories with remarkable insight from Greene. Even if people on your list don't thirst for power or anything else Greene suggests, these books are help identify those who might try to take advantage of you.
Please note that you might have to ask a store clerk where these books are located. I've seen them in business, psychology, self-improvement, and history sections of stores.
Write Tight
If you know of an aspiring writer or anyone who enjoys improving their prose, buy them Write Tight. I've read a lot of books on writing and this is the one that has helped me the most. The book only concerns itself helping writers say the most in the fewest number of words. Period. Anyone can be verbose. Only those who truly master the art of writing can write tight.
Just about anything by Orson Scott Card
If you're looking for something in the science fiction/fantasy realm, I recommend just about anything by Orson Scott Card. Known best for his Ender Series, Card does wonderful job of creating believable characters in far away worlds.
One of my favorite things about Card is that he focuses more on the story and how the characters interact with each other than describing space ships or exotic places. Sure, we get a good tastes of these worlds but Card concentrates more on telling stories. Ender's Game and the books that follow are classics. But you also might want to consider Treason, Empire, and his Alvin Maker series.
Room for Two
What would be the point of writing a holiday book list if I didn't shamelessly include my own memoir, Room for Two.
Room for Two isn't just for those who have experienced loss but for anyone who wants to see the strength of the human character. We have an inner strength that is more powerful than we realize and can overcome anything that's placed in our path if we work hard at overcoming life's obstacles.
But you can decide for yourself if this book is right for you or someone on your Christmas list by reading the first chapter here.
And I'm always looking for new authors and books to read. If you have any suggestions on what I should find under the tree Christmas morning, leave a comment below.


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What's the Newest M73 usable in our cars, I've found a couple 2001 M73's in great shape and was wondering if they will work by swapping the usual parts, Thanks!
Later M73 engines have water cooled alternator. The latest you can use is 1997 M73.
Thank you!
If you use the complete engine, it shouldn't matter that the alternator is water cooled. I personally do not like those, but they do work.
'93 850Ci - Mineralweiss Metallic
ALPINA B7 -Alpinweiss III
BMWCCA E31 Chapter President
...the price of cool ain't cheap!
Re: Water cooled alt, and dejavu my '97-> '02 V8 swap, so speaking in general terms, not necessarily V12 specific.
On the V8, same circa, the issue was not water vs air cooled per se, but generic ancillary issues.
* The upper hose gained a branch going to the new water alt. Couldn't grab the newer hose because it was for the other/newer app, therefore the new hose had a different shape/routing, therefore incompatible with the e31.
* Compounding that incompatibility BMW had migrated to a fancy clip-on end style (all three ends) whereas we are stuck with our radiators with old-style squared ends. My solution: Cut/splice a new clip-on hose with our old-style radiator end.
* The alternator was physically larger, due to the water jacket and increased output (?). In the V8 the new housing did not bump into anything but, general speaking, there could have been a application packaging problem.
* If the max output of the alternator increases substantially, then proper engineering requires us to review the cable gauge.
* The stud on the alt had migrated slightly in style and position. I had to remake the alt cable end, borrowing the eyelet from the later/other app. Fortunately (iirc), it did not in involve lengthening the cable, otherwise start over from that point.
Next topic (because it comes up in the wiki page): The MAP thermostat technology on the V8 could be reverted back to our circa although I elected to have my adaption computer drive this properly. There was a difference in thermostat port styles, and therefore again the issue of hose route and ends just mentioned. On the V8 it was not an option to retain the older housing and port style (because the new housing angles around the alien vanos heads), but my understanding is that it would accept the older uncontrolled thermostat.
Next topic (not mentioned on the V12 wiki page, but it's in play V8): Auxillary air injection might (?) wander into the picture, unless they have it covered by that "electric cat". If air injection is present, you'll want to either cap it inconspicuously or retrofit a pump say behind the sheetmetal ahead of the right side wheel, then drive it with you own adaption computer while you are blipping a slightly rich mix. No harm to standard ops if you don't manage to support it.
"Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car, Oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car, Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall, Torque is how far you take the wall with you."


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The "Florida Phenomenon:" Puerto Ricans and the 2004 Elections!
Tourists arrive for the sun and Atlantic Ocean beaches. Conventioneers strive for "birdies" on the emerald green golf courses and to hook a tarpon in the Gulf of Mexico. Thousands descend each day to begin Caribbean cruises and millions of retirees migrate to this state to inhabit its planned communities, catering to every geriatric whim. Then, of course, there are the family pilgrimages to the magic kingdom of that cute little black rat, Mickey
Disney World!
The attraction of the states climate and the abundance of its recreational facilities have caused a new word to come into American usage. A "snowbird" is a non-aviary migrant that leaves the impending chill of the northern reaches of the U.S. mainland to temporarily winter in Florida. After the onset of the vernal equinox, they are back into their RVs, yachts and airplane seats, headed north to coax the crocuses and daffodils out of the thawing ground of home.
Recently, a new species of "snowbird" has landed in the state, not keeping to the same chronological or migratory patterns as sun worshipers. Republican elephants and Democratic donkeys are arriving in the torrid heat of the Florida summer and they will not head back north until November 3, 2004, no matter what the weather reports from Washington might forecast. These "party animals" are now seen driving past the sunswept beaches and manicured golf courses at dizzying speeds, feverishly seeking out community centers and the back yards of Florida voters, especially those of Hispanics.
A recent Washington Post story suggested that the burgeoning Puerto Rican population in the state could change the political face of Florida.
Florida is the most significant "battleground state" in the 2004 presidential election both in terms of the number of its electoral votes in play (27, the fourth largest in the nation after California, Texas and New York) and the closeness of the 2000 contest between George W. Bush and Al Gore. Bush won the state by only 537 votes, this after a battle for a recount, ultimately decided by a Supreme Court decision that stopped the counting, effectively giving Florida and consequently the election to the current President. Democrats are still seething from that rebuke and are determined to turn it around this time at the voting booth.
There is another phrase coming into current usage about "The Sunshine State," both in Puerto Rico and on the mainland. "El fenómeno de Florida" (The Florida Phenomenon) describes the extraordinary recent immigration of Puerto Ricans to the state, especially to its midsection, a population center radiating out from its core, Orlando. Those coming from such mainland states as New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois cite the better climate and less expensive housing. Most coming from Puerto Rico say they seek better employment and improved education for their children, in a climate replicating their Caribbean hometowns.
Currently, polling has the presidential race in Florida at "dead even" between the two parties. The current issue of U.S. News & World Report describes the huge Hispanic population gains in Central Florida, suggesting that Orlando is fast replacing South Florida as the states political center of gravity.
Both major Presidential tickets have campaigned long and hard in Florida, their media advisors buying up airtime for TV commercials, many in Spanish. Since it is assumed that the majority of Floridas estimated 850,000 Cubans will vote Republican, Democrats are hopeful of winning the vote of a significant number of the new Puerto Rican residents of the state. They are banking on the traditional tendency of mainland Puerto Ricans to vote Democratic, realizing, however, that the political orientation of newer "Boricua" arrivals are more tied to island party loyalties and to issues of Puerto Ricos political status than they are to mainland issues. This can breed confusion over the issues and apathy on Election Day.
Extrapolating from 2000 Census data, there are nearly 3 million residents of Florida self-identifying as "Hispanic" or "Latino." Owing largely to the popularity of the Presidents brother Jeb, who is a second term Governor of the State, Republicans own the loyalty of a sizeable segment of the states Hispanics. Recent polls show the Bush/Cheney ticket leading in popularity among this group by a 55%-35% margin, but this is a result not as good as the 61%-39% spread among Hispanics that the team scored against Gore/Lieberman in 2000. Republicans hope to match or exceed this spread next time around.
Cuban Americans gave the Bush/Cheney ticket some 80% of its vote, a percentage that Democrats are working to reduce in the upcoming election.
The U.S. Census Bureau showed 482,000 Puerto Ricans living in Florida in 2000, a doubling of their numbers from the previous count in 1990. Current estimates show the number increasing in the last four years by about 40%, bringing the total to more than 650,000. Because this population influx is composed of U.S. citizens, therefore eligible to vote in mainland elections once they have established residence, it has become a focus of politicians seeking state and national office. No one is willing to predict how this population will vote in 2004, but both political parties are working feverishly to win its loyalty.
Registering new Hispanic voters has been a priority by both major parties and several non-governmental civil rights organizations. Florida has been a significant target of opportunity for Puerto Rico Governor Sila Calderons national voter registration campaign, dubbed "Que Nada Nos Detenga" ("Let Nothing Stop Us"). The registration effort is run for her by Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration (PRFAA) offices in selected states.
The Washington Post story inaccurately reported that some 38,000 Hispanics had been registered statewide since December of last year under this initiative. A Herald inquiry to PRFAA headquarters revealed that the number represented the total registrants placed on the voter roles in Florida since the campaigns beginning two years ago. Celeste Díaz Ferraro, PRFAAs Director of Communications, told the Herald that "since the campaigns launch in July of 2002, Puerto Ricans have been newly elected to office nationwide (a 20% increase) and Puerto Rican participation in elections has increased by as much as 70% for first-time voters, and 34% overall."
The Sunshine States first Puerto Rico visitor -- and aspiring permanent resident -- was its first Governor, Ponce de Leon, who claimed "Pascua de Florida" for the Spanish crown in 1513. His expedition failed, but his undiscovered "fountain of youth" has become a river of opportunity for his fellow islanders some twenty generations later. If present trends continue, there will be over 1 million Puerto Ricans living in Florida by the end of the decade.
If this burgeoning Puerto Rican population in Florida should become a Democratic voting block, such as the one presently existing for Republicans among Cuban Americans in the states South, it could tip the balance for state and national elections for decades to come. Many Democratic Party volunteers in Central Florida are even skipping the hoopla of their national convention beginning Monday in Boston to help make that dream a reality.
This week, Herald readers are asked to predict if Puerto Ricans in Florida will follow the elephant or the donkey in 2004.
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In the 2004 election, which ticket will Florida Puerto Ricans favor?
Bush/ Cheney
Kerry/ Edwards
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"Living in today's Pakistan" – an interview for WPKN
From Tidings Blog featuring my interview which was broadcast on WPKN radio last year. Yes I have been a little lazy in posting all the stuff here.
Hazel Kahan has summarised some of the key points below and but those who can put up with my rants should click here –
In our wide-ranging interview, Raza spoke eloquently and poignantly about his country and what it is like to be living in Pakistan these days. Through his lens we can see another Pakistan, a parallel society that has been obscured by the prevailing image of militaristic, unreliable and confusing Pakistan given to us by the mainstream media. I have summarized some of the significant points Raza made but I do urge you to listen to him in his own compelling voice.
1. " Much of Pakistan's seemingly inextricable alliance with Afghanistan and the Taliban can be explained by its existential fear, "a genuine insecurity†of being encircled by India. Retaining its ties to the militants is one way of protecting itself from its huge eastern neighbor and as leverage â€in the endgame of Afghanistan.â€Â (What that endgame will be is "shrouded in mystery…nobody really has a clue of how to approach and how to handle it.â€)
2. "The shared geography, history and culture of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the continuum between Pakistan and     Afghanistan "makes it very difficult to separate the two.â€
3."Now you have two Talibans, the ones who attack NATO troops and the ones who attack Pakistani people.  Pakistani people want to get rid of the Taliban because their lives have been traumatized…we feel really angry and we're also suffering… In this power politics, Afghanistan and Pakistan are burning.â€
4.These are extraordinary timesâ€, a serious crisis as Pakistan struggles between two paths: its South Asian, more secular identity and the puritan Arab identity of Saudi Arabia's global Islam.
5. Pakistan is a society in major transition, created by the twin trends of urbanization which has brought women into the work force and into public prominence and a dynamic youth-driven culture, profound social change growing in parallel with the incumbent jihadi presence.
6. Muslims and Islam are not a monolith, with enormous variations among Southeast, South and Central Asia, Iran, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan societies.
7."This call for Sharia, for theocracy, is nothing but an attempt to capture power … vis-à -vis the West.â€
8. "Help Pakistan stabilize, grow and develop rather than  penalize it in a momentary game of chess being played in Afghanistan … Be a friend of the Pakistani people and of civil society instead of helping the generals.â€Â  Because of the visible and tangible projects funded by China, "the perception is that China is a better friend of Pakistan than the US.â€
Please listen to this Tidings interview with Raza Rumi, first heard on WPKN, an independent, free speech radio station broadcasting from Bridgeport, CT.
P.S. Hazel's intro was rather generous:  "Raza Rumi is a Pakistani writer, blogger and political analyst who spoke to me from Lahore, where he lives. He is also an adherent of Sufi thought and adopted the surname "Rumi†as his nom de plume, in tribute to the great 13th century poet and mystic.


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As I said two weeks ago, tonight's film review would be my last, and for my last film review, we have Armour of God, probably not the best Jackie Chan film, but a decent enough film for me to bow out on. The film is perhaps more known for two things. One, for its confusing release in the West (it was released as Operation Condor 2 even though it was made before the actual sequel, Armour of God II: Operation Condor). Secondly, the production of this film saw Jackie Chan come the closest he has ever come to death while trying to perform a stunt for the end of the film. All things considered, it's a pretty good film, if mainly because it doesn't take itself seriously, which is imperative considering its silly premise.
In this film, Jackie Chan is a former member of a Cantonese pop band called The Losers, but he became an adventurer under the name "Asian Hawk". Later he is reunited with former bandmate Alan, whose girlfriend and fellow bandmate Lorelei has been kidnapped by an shadowy monastic cult who is holding her hostage in order to get Jackie to bring them the remaining pieces of the eponymous "Armour of God", including the sword he found in Africa. To save her, he and Alan must strike a deal with Count Bannon, who has the pieces of the armour the cult is asking for, and allows Jackie to take them on the condition that his daughter May accompanies them. They are in for a surprise as the cultists know they are coming.
Right off the bat, it's basically Jackie Chan's answer to Indiana Jones and similar adventure films, with his style of action comedy. The writing isn't great, but it's simplistic enough that you can enjoy it, like a matinee film. My main problem is that the film tends to meander on, though only a bit.
As for the acting, it really depends on which version of the film you watch, and unfortunately, I saw the version where they re-dubbed the voices in English and created a newer, cheesier musical score (I think this is the Operation Condor 2 version, but the "Armour of God" title appears). This dubbed version is incredibly corny and at times, it doesn't seem like it synced well with the original film. I almost don't think Jackie here even sounded like Jackie.
But at least the film is pretty fun to watch, in the enjoyably cheesy sort of way, with decently well choreographed action scenes, and humour that falls into the "so bad it's funny" category. That's it from me. It's been a good run.
- Score: 68%
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The Blue Square South side will be rewarded with a trip to Anfield in the last 32 should they beat League One leaders Swansea and Rafael Benitez´s side defeat Luton in their replay
"It´s fantastic. We´ve got a tough tie getting past Swansea, I´m sure they´ll want to go there (Anfield) as well," he told Sky Sports News.
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Like a Mermaid in the Sea
Written by: Syeda Minarwa Mahbub
A boat floats you to a secluded, unrivaled (at least in the country) sea-residence named the Ashram, located in the furthermost corner of the already isolated Mermaid eco-resort. Mermaid, as you may already know, is a place situated on Pechar Dwip, where one can hear the sounds of the sea, yet be away from the roar of the crowds at Cox's Bazaar. But the ashram is not just that. It is a wide terrain of meditation, relaxation and unlimited fun! Here's how.
You can choose to go in a large group (it's quite expensive, so dividing the cost might be a good idea), and party the nights away in its open terrace; you can go there with your beloved (there are quite a few rooms, so you might also consider sharing the place with some other couples), and enjoy some peace; or you might just wish to be there by yourself. No money in the world can pay for the time you will have with yourself while at the ashram. It is a place where you will connect with the inner you, remember your spiritual being and discover yourself once again. No, you do not have to be the religious sort; you only have to be someone who enjoys his/her own company once in a while.
As you sit on the open balcony, right outside the ashram, the scene you witness is a picture perfect paradise, that you thought was only possible in a Hawaii; what you see is the endless sea, surrounded by coconut trees with only the calm breeze to provide silent company. While a cup of coffee will enliven your senses, you might also consider having fresh coconut juice for a change. You do not have to climb a tree yourself to get one, the ever enthusiastic caretakers will do it for you, with pleasure too!
Not only that, the sea-food delicacies that you taste buds have become so used to while at Mermaid will be served here as well. All you need to do is pick up your favourite from the menu. Who can forget the tunes of local bauls, singing their hearts out at Mermaid? If you want to please your ears with the sound of their music, and break the silence of the ashram at some point of your stay, you can request a private baul night as well. These musicians will not only feed your newly found souls, but will also let you sing tunes and play instruments along with them.
But if all you wish to do is escape from the hubbub of city life, and ponder, contemplate and deliberate, just take a direct place to Cox's Bazaar, where someone from the ashram will pick you up and take you there. Now all you need to do is book that ticket to Cox's Bazaar.
Who needs to fly all the way to Rome and Spain when you have a mermaid wrought island right here in the country?
Mermaid New Year's Eve Party
On New Year's Eve, Mermaid is going to host a beach party in the seclusion of Pechar Dwip by the blue waters of the Bay of Begal, far away from the madding crowd. Although guests shall not be able to reside in the eco-resort situated in this secluded private island as the rooms are already booked, there is a shuttle bus service that shall pick you up from your hotel, and return you when the party is finished. The party starts at 7:30pm and shall go on for the whole night, but guests can arrive and leave at will. The island of Pechar Dwip shall glow like fireflies and at 12pm, the spectacular fireworks display will last for at least 25 minutes. The beach party shall also have a meditation session. Other attraction of a New Year's Eve party shall also be present including fresh seafood! Guests shall be chosen selectively so you can be assured that there will be no improper behavior on the beach. Party tickets can be booked at Mermaid Café Gallery, Dhaka and Mermaid Café, Cox's Bazaar.


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Bradenton Police Chief Melanie Bevan has filed to dissolve her dormant civil union with former Tampa police chief and current mayoral candidate Jane Castor.
In a petition filed July 9 in Pinellas County, Bevan calls the union "irretrievably broken" and asks the court to equitably distribute joint assets and debts. Bevan, 51, of Ellenton also seeks to have non-union assets declared exclusively hers.
Bevan and Castor, 58, entered into a civil union in St. Johnsbury, Vt., in 2002 but parted ways several years ago. They have two adult adopted sons.
Bevan�s attorney, Nick Fiorentino, declined to detail the shared assets and debts but said they don�t amount to much.
"They feel it�s a private matter and she hopes to resolve it quickly and amicably," Fiorentino said.
RELATED: Former chief Jane Castor makes it official: She�s in the race for Tampa mayor
Castor declined to comment.
Asked about the timing, Fiorentino noted that only in recent years did Florida recognize marriages and civil unions from other states. Until gay marriage became legal in 2015, same-sex couples in Florida bound by marriage or civil unions from other states were trapped in a legal limbo sometimes known in gay and lesbian circles as "wed-lock."
"Now seemed like a good time to wrap a up a loose end so they can get on with their lives," Fiorentino said.
Castor joined the Tampa Police Department in 1983 and in 2009 was the first woman to be named chief. She retired in 2015 and now owns a consulting firm, Castor Consulting. She declared her candidacy for Tampa mayor in April. She lives with her longtime partner, Ana Cruz, a Democratic political consultant.
RELATED: The shining and flawed legacy of Tampa police Chief Jane Castor
Bevan worked for the St. Petersburg Police Department for 29 years and was an assistant chief in 2014, when she emerged as the leading internal candidate for chief. Instead, Mayor Rick Kriseman tapped then-Clearwater police Chief Tony Holloway, disappointing many Bevan supporters. She officially retired from the department in 2016 to take the post in Bradenton.
Times staff writer Sue Carlton and senior news researcher John Martin contributed to this report. Contact Tony Marrero at email@example.com or (813) 226-3374. Follow @tmarrerotimes.


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- Yale University - located in New Haven, Connecticut, Yale is a private Ivy League research university. Many famous alumni come from Yale including five U.S. presidents, 19 U.S. Supreme Court Justices, and hundreds of U.S. congress members. Yale's graduate schools offer many programs which can lead to either a degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Masters of Philosophy, Masters of Engineering, Masters of Arts, or Masters of Science and offers 75 degree programs, 56 of which grant Ph.D.s, and 19 provide master degrees.
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - set in Cambridge, Massachusetts, MIT is a private research university. MIT Graduate School offers many different programs which lead to academic degrees such as Masters of Science, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Science, and various Engineering Degrees. MIT graduate programs also offer many professional degrees such as Master of Architecture, Master of Business Administration, Master of City Planning, Master of Finance, and Master of Engineering.
- Harvard University - also located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard is a private Ivy League university and is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Notable graduates from Harvard include eight U.S. presidents and several foreign heads of state. Harvard's graduate program offers degree programs in more than fifty divisions and departments, leading to Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees among others. Harvard also houses its Graduate School of Design offering master's and doctoral programs in architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture, and design studies.
- Princeton University - Princeton is a private Ivy League research university located in Princeton, New Jersey. Princeton offers graduate programs in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering.
Some universities do not offer these financial packages as the schools above do, but are known to award the highest financial aid to international students, usually on the basis of merit, which means students qualify for financial aid or scholarships based on academic achievements. Yale and Harvard are also included in the list of universities which gave the most financial aid to international students in the 2013-2014 year. Yale University provided 349 international students last year with financial aid and Harvard University awarded 540 of it's international students with financial aid in the year of 2013-2014.
- Wesleyan University - last year Wesleyan provided 80 of its international students with financial aid. Wesleyan University is a private liberal arts school located in Middletown, Connecticut. Wesleyan offers master degree programs in astronomy, earth and environmental sciences, math and computer sciences, and music. Wesleyan also grants PhD degrees primarily in the sciences and mathematics.
- Stanford University - Stanford gave 135 international students financial aid last year. Stanford is a private research university in Palo Alto, California and one of the world's most prestigious institutions. Stanford's graduate school offers degrees in many different fields such as engineering, education, law, medicine, and business.
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- University of Chicago - University of Chicago granted 80 of its international students with financial aid and is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois. The University offers many different graduate programs, it is specifically well known for these graduate schools: Pritzker School of Medicine, Booth School of Business, the Law School, and it's Divinity School.


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Lindsey Vonn Bounces Back for Sochi
We love a good success story. From Lindsey Vonn's comeback to Golden Globe nominations for some of our favorite fit actresses, it seems like everyone in Hollywood is having a good week. What stories caught your attention? Tweet us @Shape_Magazine, tag us on Instagram, or let us know in the comments below!
1. Snow queen. Look out Sochi 2014: Lindsey Vonn is back! Not even three weeks after re-injuring her surgically repaired ACL in a crash November 19, the skier competed in the World Cup this past weekend. With an 11th-place finish in the downhill and fifth in the Super G, things look promising for the Winter Games. Vonn told USA Today, "I'm happy to be back. I was definitely very nervous having been my first race in 10 months. I was expecting a lot more but that's just who I am. I hope to win every race I enter."
2. Golden girls. Nominations for the 2014 Golden Globes are out! From Kerry Washington's fierce lead in Scandal to Lena Dunham as defending champ for Girls to Sandra Bullock's out-of-this-world body in Gravity, we can't even begin to pick our favorites. The one thing we know for sure? They will all stun on the red carpet.
3. Killer "konfidence." According to reports, Kim Kardashian "feels confident again" about her body. The reality star and new mom to daughter North lost the baby weight by running or weight training daily, and started following the Atkins diet in June, focusing on eating lean protein, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables.
4. Page-turning payoff. Shameless is right! Emmy Rossum bares it all-almost-for Esquire, and everyone is talking. She works hard for that body and is reported to be a regular at barre, spin, and combo cardio-and-strength-training classes. She also sticks to a clean, gluten-free diet and enjoys green juices but isn't a fan of cleanses.
5. 50 shades of green. To prep for all those racy scenes in the upcoming Fifty Shades of Grey, Dakota Johnson turned to The Juice Box a couple of times a day. According to E! News, she and director Sam Taylor-Johnson have a standing order for the organic cold-press juices. Johnson also seriously worked out for the first time in her life, telling Entertainment Weekly last month, "Obviously, I want to look good naked. I totally understand now why people exercise, because it kind of f-ing feels awesome." We hear you on that one sister!


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I really liked this series even at the age of ten. It would make a good book to take on a road trip because the length of the book is perfect for that. I read it quite quickly but i guess it depends on how fast you read. I recommended this for people that like fiction as there aren't too many facts in this book. Totally awesome!!
The sea called her. Called her beyond the cliff, beyond the cove where dangerous rip tides lurk, all the way to the magical underwater world of Ingo. Where time doesn't exist, where the Mer creatures share all their thoughts, and where Sapphire feels at home. Now, when Ingo is in danger from Sapphire's mom's friend, it's time to choose: should she become Mer, and live a carefree life in the ocean, stick with becoming a human, or somehow be in between?
I loved this book. It was very well written and creative. The unique story plot with twists and turns will captivate readers and send them off to the world of Ingo. I loved the parts where Sapphire is in Ingo because Mrs. Dunmore describes this world as peaceful, comfortable, and welcoming which really gives the reader a feeling of home. Ingo is a great read for a tween looking for a creative novel.
I didn't really want to read it at first, but once I started reading, I got hooked!
The book is great and I strongly suggest that teachers doing novel studies use this book because it is a lot easier to find questions while reading this book
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Sapphire Trewhella's father suddenly goes missing one day during sailing off the coast of their home in Cornwall. After finding his boat, everyone proclaims him dead, but Sapphire and her older brother Conor are certain he's alive. A year later, Conor begins to disappear occasionally as well, and while searching for him one day along the beach, Sapphire meets a Mer boy named Faro, who draws her into the world of "Ingo", the alluring world under salty water. However, the Mer do not exactly hold humans in high regard, and Ingo turns dangerous when Sapphire's mother's new boyfriend, Roger, sets out to explore a place sacred to the Mer.
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What's Up With the Giving Tree?
A friend recently lent us a copy of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein complete with a very creepy picture of Silverstein on the back. My five-year-old saw the book on my desk, and the other night he asked to read it. "I used to read it at my old school," he said. Who knew? We read the book. I had never read the book and only vaguely knew what happened in the story. In short, there is a tree (referred to using female pronouns) and a little boy. The tree loves the little boy and the little boy loves the tree. The boy climbs the tree, eats its apples, hugs the tree, swings from it's branches and they have great time. As he grows older, the little boy plays with the tree less and less, and when the boy does come to visit, it is only to ask for something. To help the boy, the tree gives him her apples, branches, and finally, her trunk. By the end of the book, the boy is an old man, and the tree is a stump. The boy asks for a place to sit, and the tree offers her stump, "And the tree was happy," to quote the final line of the book. Come again?
I said something like, "That boy is kind of selfish." My son responded, "Yeah. He should just get apples from the tree, not leaves and branches and wood. Trees have lots of apples." On the one hand, he seems to recognize that the apples are a renewable resource and the wood of the tree, not so much. On the other, he's assuming the boy should get something from the tree. I'm of two minds about it as well. I think the boy was being a total ass for asking the tree to provide for him over and over again. But then I also think the tree was being a chump by being completely self-sacrificing to satisfy the boy. Every time he says he needs something, money, a house, a boat, she says, "Take my 'x' and be happy." Being a stump for him to sit on makes her happy?!
I'm not sure what Silverstein was going for in the story, and I haven't read any of the surely very insightful commentary out there, I'm just wondering what other regular folk think. Is he saying, don't be a pushover like the tree? Or ask for what you want in life? Or if you're a girl, the best way to be of service in the world and be happy is to give until there's nothing left of you but a stump? Trust, Uncle Shel, it'll make you happy. You'll never be happy, even if you find a tree that will do anything to make you so? Happiness is sitting on a tree stump, but you won't realize it until you're old and withered? Is the tree the parent, forever giving to the child while expecting nothing in return? I can get the parent thing. I don't expect to get anything back from my children, I'm just doing my job, but the whole giving until you're a stump thing is too much and I don't want my children to depend on others for their happiness. Your thoughts?


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My new start is a screen printed sampler from The Scarlet Letter - Chimneypiece. I was apprehensive of working on such a project having had bad memories of trying to cross stich a stamped design on Aida as a teenager.
This is very different and I am loving it.
I was asked on the Facebook group I post on to show how I worked the satin stitch on the circular flower. Here goes in photos:-
Note the entry point on the top right photo above. This is important to avoid overcrowding the inner line of the circle.
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We created this plated landscape for a wine cellar at the McDonald Mansion in Santa Rosa, California.
We incorporated the colors of the Bradbury & Bradbury Wallpaper ceiling and added layers to modulate the light transmission to suit the cellar.
This Autumn Landscape window was inspired by a woodblock print by Elizabeth Colborne.
This Sedona Landscape window was inspired by the woodblock prints of Gustave Bauman.
Creating landscape windows justifies my obsessive gathering of rare, unusual and off-production glass.
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Landscape Triptych, a collaboration with Debey Zito. Charlotte, North Carolina.
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The Nationalist Movement Party (also translated as 'Nationalist Action Party') (Turkish: Milliyetci Hareket Partisi, MHP), is a far-right[2][3] political party in Turkey.
In the July 22, 2007 legislative elections, the party won 14.3% of the national vote with 71 seats in parliament.[4] In the previous elections on November 3, 2002 the party gained no seats as it had won only 8.3% of the national vote.
In 1965, Alparslan Turkes gained control of the conservative-rural Republican Villager Nation Party (Turkish: Cumhuriyetci Koylu Millet Partisi, CKMP). In 8–9 February 1969, Extraordinary Great Congress at Adana he changed the name of the party to Nationalist Movement Party.
The party embraced Turkish nationalism, imbued with a mythology that suggests all Turks share a common ancestry. Under the leadership of Alparslan Turkes militias connected to the party were responsible for assassinating many left-leaning people during the 1970s.[5] The leader of the party's youth wing, the Grey Wolves, boasted that they had an intelligence organization superior to the state's.[6]
When the Turkish army seized power on September 12, 1980 by a coup led by Kenan Evren, the party was banned along with all other active political parties at the time, and many of its leading members were imprisoned. Many prominent members joined neo-liberal Anavatan Partisi or various Islamist currents. A party member (Agah Oktay Guner) wryly noted that the party's ideology was in power while its members were in prison.
The party later was refounded in 1983 as the Conservative Party (Turkish: Muhafazakar Parti). After in 1985, the name was changed to the Nationalist Task Party (Turkish: Milliyetci Cal?sma Partisi) and back again to its former name in 1992.[7][non-primary source needed] In 1993, Muhsin Yaz?c?oglu and five other deputies separated and founded the Great Union Party, which is an ultra nationalist and Islamist one.[8]


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According to recent reports, Andris Piebalgs, the European Commissioner for Development, will visit Ivory Coast this week. He is to meet with President Alassane Ouattara and the Prime Minister, Jeannot Kouadio-Ahoussou, to relaunch political dialogue; jointly identify priority sectors for cooperation; and discuss key challenges facing the country. It is expected that Mr. Piebalgs will meet with several other members of the government and will inaugurate an EU-funded water and sanitation programme.
Mr. Piebalgs stated before his departure that his visit "confirms that the European Union is and will remain a reliable partner for Ivory Coast as it pursues its long-term development goals."
Since the end of the post-election crisis in 2011, new resources have been mobilized to help the EU's total aid for the country reach more than € 600 million, covering the period from 2008 to 2013.
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Sam and Amanda | Fremantle Maritime Museum Wedding
Sam and Amanda are both nurses at PMH which is where they met (awesomeness right there!). Starting out as friends, they soon realised that they were meant to be together and resistance was futile hehe ;) Their wedding was a relaxed, family atmosphere and the venue at the Maritime Museum for the reception was perfect. A beautiful sunset over the port and a balcony lit by lanterns. The grazing table, the macaroon cake, the BBQ outside....all added to the Mediterranean feeling that I know Sam and Amanda were going for, given both their families heritage and their extensive travels. The dancing and celebrations went on into the night. Such a beautiful day to be a part of so thank you both and congratulations!


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