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Hey friends!
I promise...now that this e-book craziness is all but over for me, I will get back to updating this blog more regularly. I have missed writing here!! And with postacademia and problems of academic labor blowing up all over the internet and the blogosphere, there are certainly a lot of topics I could discuss!
But, today I have two quick things to tell you about.
First ... for those of you who have e-book devices other than a Kindle, our book ("Moving On: Essays on the Aftermath of Leaving Academia") is now available for purchase in EPUB format on Kobo.com. Here's the link.
Again, the book is value-priced at $2.99, and all proceeds will go toward the maintenance of the HTLA site. (Including the forums, which we are still working on!)
As before ... we kindly ask you to leave reviews of the book on either site or on your blog, and to tell your friends about our book if you think they would benefit from it!
In news not related to me or my blog..............
If you haven't already done so, please check out Karen Kelsky's Ph.D. Debt Project, and take her survey. I am THRILLED to see someone with Karen's platform paying attention to the very real - though often ignored - problem of debt during graduate school. As I've mentioned on this blog in several places, being "fully funded" doesn't necessarily mean that you can make ends meet. It's long past time for critics of academia and postacademics to pay attention to this very real problem, and I'm hopeful that Karen's project can get the conversation going.
I hope you're all having a great (and warm!) January, and I promise to write more soon!


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A couple of years ago, this question would have been answered in a yes. You might be wondering what has changed from then to now? To put it simply, advancement in the engine designs has led to a lot more safer and intelligent engines. The biggest difference between both (Carburetor and modern IC engines) is the manual control of air-fuel mixture in carburetor engines, as opposed to electronically controlled air-fuel mixture with temperature sensing to increase the engine performance and productivity in (almost) all conditions.
This video describes why carburetor engines need to be warmed up as opposed to their modern counterparts and goes in to schematics as to what happens in the carburetor engine furring cold weather.
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Celebrity Eats: Mark Wheat
Hot Dish: How many words of your order pass your lips before servers recognize you as Mark Wheat?
Three. And I never get tired of it! I always wanted to be recognized in public for something that was enjoyed as a positive force in a community. We're blessed to be in that space right now.
HD: If you could eat with one musical artist or group (living or dead) who would it be -- and where in the Twin Cities would you take them?
Led Zep, the three surviving members would do but if we could find a venue in the Twin Cities that could get Bonham there too that's where we'd have to be! Failing that and hoping that I had at least a whole day with the boys, St. Paul Hotel Grill for lunch at a booth looking out the window. Dinner at the chef's table at 112 Eatery, and then a party out front in the original room with a few friends!
HD: You're originally from England; are there any food items from the UK that you miss or crave?
Fish & chips with bread 'n' butter and a good cup of tea! Might sound obvious, but where I was brought up, near the Wash on the east coast of England, the area was known for its fish, caught straight out of the North Sea hours before being in the newspaper as your dinner. I can't even make a cup of tea here that tastes like mum's.
HD: Are there any signature Minnesota foods you've introduced back home? Maybe something on a stick?
No, 'on a stick' is way too Barbarian an idea for the food and culture snobs in England. I love the State Fair but I have often tried to describe it to my friends and family in the UK and their eyes just glaze over. You have no idea how lucky we are to have that in Minnesota!!
HD: The Current's studio is in the heart of St. Paul. What's your favorite downtown dining spot that's within striking distance of the office?
I enjoy a treat lunch at Meritage and more regularly Pop! Great new additions to Lowertown with Barrio and Bull Dog, we're spoilt for choice!
HD: What's your favorite song about food?
Led Zeppelin's "Custard Pie!" from Physical Graffitti.


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Portland, OR
(971) 271-8784
Batter Griddle and Drinkery
Just trying to get a taste of what Portland has to offer
4246 SE Belmont St
Portland, OR
(503) 477-4805
Slappy Cakes
So why would you go out to eat at a restaurant where you have to cook your own food? We had done it before years ago when we lived in Germany at this place called Di Kartoffel. It was a very special treat. We liked the concept and even though we cooked our own steak, it was outstanding. We always took our friends and family when they came to visit and it got rave reviews every time.
Fast forward 20 years and we decide to try the same concept with pancakes. [Read more…]
526 NE 3rd St
McMinnville, OR 97128
(503) 435-2655
Crescent Cafe
We were headed to the coast and wanted to get in a late breakfast before we hit the road, but we also wanted to get down the road a ways, so we stopped in McMinnville at the Crescent Cafe. I had heard that this place as supposed to be a great. I also heard there was going to be a wait. Sure enough we show up and there is a wait, but the owner assured us it wouldn't take long. He was correct, we were seated rather quickly. The menu is not huge, but [Read more…]
2239 SE Hawthorne Blvd
Portland, OR 97214
Jam on Hawthorne
I won't lie, I have heard mixed reviews on this place. But when a place has waits up to 30 minutes even after they have expanded to a much larger place, you need to find out what all the hubbub is about. We wanted to go for breakfast even though they are open all day.
I was hoping for some kind of benedict, but they don't have any on the menu, they only have them as specials on the weekends, and even then just sometimes.
Don't worry, I also like Corned Beef Hash. Since that was on the menu it was a no brainer. Wanting to try more, we questioned our server, who told us that we could order single serving of things in order to sample more items. [Read more…]
102 Oak Street
Hood River, OR
800- 386-1859
Cornerstone Cuisine
When we were in Hood River we stayed at the Hood River Hotel. I love this place because it's right in the heart of all that's happening. You can hit wineries or breweries and not have to drive home. Or just eat well and waddle back across the street to your room. Whatever works for you.
When you stay at Hood River Hotel you get a $10 voucher towards breakfast. The 2 times we have stayed here we have cashed in our vouchers and [Read more…]
Some people wonder how I stay so thin while I Eat My Way Thru Portland. That's easy, I just exercise. As a matter of fact the only reason I exercise is so I can eat. It works for me.
Others wonder how I can afford to Eat My Way Thru Portland. Well I take advantage of Groupons like today. You can get $16 worth of food for just $9(breakfast) or $20 worth of food for $10(lunch/dinner) at Emanon Cafe. [Read more…]
1801 Northeast Broadway Street
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 287-4750
Cadillac Cafe
It seems we have been on a bit of a breakfast kick lately. It's my husbands favorite meal to eat out, so we take advantage of opportunities. Today he had to run downtown to take care of business. So I did what any supportive wife would do, I road along.
We have been going to Cadillac Cafe for years. As a matter of fact my in laws were going there before they even were at the new location and they have been at the "new" location for years and years.It's our go to place for a perfect breakfast and for incredible service. You will not be disappointed at all with this place.
3517 Northeast 46th Avenue
Portland, OR 97213-1025
(503) 282-6313
We just went there, I mean literally we just got home and I can still taste the garlic in my mouth from the pesto on my Eggs Benedict.
Bumblekiss is located in the Beaumont Village of Portland. It is so small. I think I counted 7 tables inside. They did have a tent set up outside, but there weren't using it. In the summer the tent is gone and it's all outdoor seating.


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CLASH News Flash For December 30, 2009
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CLASH News Flash For December 30, 2009: CLASH Wrestling is just shy of 4 weeks away from its 75th Live Event Anniversary – SEIZE THE DAY III! Don't miss the anticipated return of CLASH WRESTLING LIVE to Taylor, MI on January 23, 2010. Some of the most colossal matches have already been signed along with talent returns, and new talent signings. Here are the details below:
75th Live Event Anniversary
TaylorTown Trade Center
22525 Ecorse Rd
Taylor, MI 48180
All Ages: $12 General, $10 Presale
It began on January 5, 2008 at TaylorTown Trade Center, CLASH Wrestling promoted its inaugural event Seize The Day to crown its first champion in Fatal Four Way Fashion. Cameron Skyy walked out as CLASH Wrestling's first Heavyweight Champion pinning Tommy Tydie, with J. Miller & GQ also being defeated. There were no Tag Titles to speak of, however the event was comprised of four singles bouts giving the winners the opportunity to be in the first ever Fatal Four Way main event.
January 2009 brought on a different level of Professional Wrestling as the Tag Titles had been introduced in June of the prior year and producing a blood feud between H3RD and The Friends. This feud concluded at Seize The Day II in a 30 minute Iron Man Match ultimately giving The Friends the victory and the gold. On the other end, the then fan favorite Cameron Skyy reclaimed the CLASH Championship from Jack Night after dropping it to him in November of the prior year.
The 2009 event also saw two of CLASH Wrestling's biggest goliaths, The Wreckingball & Dragon Kreed go toe-to-toe. The victory went to breakout star Dragon Kreed who would be destined to become CLASH Wrestling Heavyweight Champion 2 months later defeating Cameron Skyy.
Where things end, there are always new beginnings. This particularly is true stemming from last year's showdown when The Wreckingball came out following the Iron Man Tag Bout & delivering 2 devastating splashes to J.Miller with his head wedged between two steel folding chairs. The 2 month hiatus Miller took from the ring brought on a feud that has been 1 year in the making including a series of bouts which will finally conclude when there is only one man standing on 1/23/2010!
With the CLASH Championship out of play since July 2009 after Kreed suffered a severe shoulder injury at the hands of Cameron Skyy & Tyler Elkins, the CLASH faithful has awaited the belt's return for quite some time. Although there has been several attempts to restore the belt's vacancy, the CLASH gold will return at Seize The Day III on 1/23/10 and be handed to the winner of the Fatal Four Way between Cameron Skyy, Dragon Kreed, Tyler Elkins, & Tommy Tydie.
The CLASH Tag Gold is also up for grabs, literally, as the straps will be suspended 15 feet above the ground where the only way to win is to climb a Ladder! The Friends (GQ & Rave K) dropped the belts to Night-Life (Dave Manzo & Jack Night) following their defense against Skyy & Elkins in October 2009. CLASH CEO "B" has backed Night-Life with his CEO Power to reinforce their Tag Title reign, however on 1/23/10, there will be no dq, no countouts, no pinfalls – only ladders!
Other signed matches include:
– Khameleon vs. Marty Epps (Loser Leaves CLASH)
– Danny Danger vs. Will Vendetta
– Josh Thor vs. Austin Manix
New Talent Acquisitions Debuting @ Seize The Day III
Along with the monumental bouts already signed for Seize The Day III, CLASH has signed new talent that will debut on 1/23/2010. This talent includes but not limited to Midwest Star Truth Martini whose role has not yet been disclosed, in addition to another signed bout between T-D and Kid Hybrid.
In Other News:
Thanks to those who casted their vote on CLASHWRESTLING.COM for the year end CLASH Awards. Award winners along with a Best of 2009 Compilation video will be released on January 1, 2010. Remember to tune in and subscribe to YOUTUBE.COM/CLASHWRESTLING to be the first to see the year end video!
CLASH Wrestling is set to release "The Future Is Unwritten" DVD Taping from October 23, 2009 along with "Divided We Fall" (last event of 2009) from November 14, 2009 to be available at Merchandise stands on 1/23/10 – SEIZE THE DAY III!
FEB 2010 – THE GREAT AGGRESSION: CLASH vs. CHIKARA
With the recent announcement on CLASHWRESTLING.COM & CHIKARAPRO.COM of the joint collaboration in June 2010, CLASH Wrestling will feature a "CLASH vs. CHIKARA" themed event on February 20, 2010. Signed for the event thus far are the Osirian Portal, Frightmare, & Green Ant to challenge the best CLASH has to offer! More details as we draw closer.
Remember to tell friends, family & all about SEIZE THE DAY III – the return of CLASH WRESTLING LIVE to Taylor, MI at TaylorTown Trade Center as we kickstart the new decade with a bang! See you there on 1/23/10!!


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Is it OK to look at things the other way around -- that it makes more sense that the writer of Mark redacted Matthew's story? Markan priority, replete with reversible argumentation, is by no means assured when there is so much evidence, internal and external, favoring priority of a Hebraic Matthew, later translated into Greek Matthew with use then being made of Greek text within Mark and Luke.
1. At Mark 5.31 the unworthy Jewish disciples insolently question Jesus' knowledge, not in Matthew's parallel. This is but one of many well known Markan "harder readings" that disparage the Jewish disciples, for which the obvious possibility -- that the writer of Mark (probably in Rome) was anti-Jewish, becomes a non-issue if Mark is placed ahead of Matthew.
2. Just preceding the Markan pericope, the man healed of his legion is told to go to his home (in pro-gentile Decapolis) and proclaim all the Lord had done for him. This is easily seen as part of Mark's Messianic "Secret" – a secret to be kept from the Jewish population but not at all from the gentiles. (The Markan addition is not in the parallel of Matt. 8.28-33.)
3. In the Matthean pericope there is no crowd or great crowd present, as there is in Mark 5.24,30.
4. In Mark Jesus' courage, boldness and power are emphasized, while not in Matthew. In Mark 5.30 Jesus perceives that power had gone forth from him. Not only does Matthew not mention this source of power, but it is an obvious invention by the writer of Mark, since only Jesus would have known if such had occurred.
5. Whether the fringe/hem of the garment was original in Matthew or its absence original in Mark, can be argued either way. However, the latter is consistent with Matt. 23.5 mentioning phylacteries and fringes while Mark 12.38 omits them for a gentile audience, and just cautions to beware of scribes who wish to walk about in robes.
Addendum: In the TJ, the woman touched the fringe of Jmmanuel's garment.


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This morning at the SIP Trunk-UC Summit at ITEXPO Matt Vlasach of Unwired Revolution discussed supporting remote workers in "SIP: Unifying the Distributed Workforce." In this case study he described how the Ingate enables a connection to the Microsoft Lync which transforms the Lync TCP packets to UDP so they can be delivered to the ShoreTel servers and to Paetec SIP Trunking services. It also protected all the Unwired Revolution network assets.
ROI in Two Years: Matt described that the payback for the enhanced service model was less than two years and the return on investment was more than adequate to meet the requirements of the company.
The next steps are to integrate this with CRM and to support mobile VoIP and then to communication enable business processes for the customer.
Matt offered 5 tips for evolving to UC:
1. Make sure the customer LAN and the WAN is UC ready minimizing jitter, delay and packet loss
a. Use a networking monitoring tool or service to evaluate the network on a hop-by-hop basis to see where issues may be encountered
2. Use SIP and find a reputable service provider than can offer quality of service
3. Understand how people work and communicate
4. Evaluate multiple UC vendors and be willing to have a multi-vendor solution
5. Phase in the deployment and use an implementation specialist
"SIP is the glue for Unified Comms and Ingate makes it all work for interoperability and security," he concluded. "Today Ingate ties together UC components; tomorrow it will tie together UC systems."
The SIP Trunk-UC Summit continues throughout today and tomorrow (Friday) in room A208 at ITEXPO. Stop by, meet the Ingate team, talk to our esteemed speakers, learn about SIP trunking and UC.


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Address: 4629 S. 108th St. - In the same parking lot as the Holiday Inn Express
Website: http://www.brewburgersomaha.com/
Genres: Burgers, Sports Bar
Check Constraints: None that we noticed.
Chain: No | More Omaha Locations: No
- Diet Pepsi ($2.00)
- Tableside Guacamole ($7.95)
- West Texas Burger ($8.95)
- Fries
As should probably not be shocking, the menu items at the forefront of the restaurant are their burgers, of which they have a fairly large variety, including buffalo, salmon, tuna, lamb, turkey, a vegetarian patty (of mostly mushroom) and of course beef. They also seem to pride themselves on their appetizers - perhaps rightfully so. The Tableside Guacamole (as the name might suggest) is made right at your table, and you have the option of what you want to add into the mix with the base avocado flavor. The server then grinds it in a large mortar and pestle, which results in a very nice textural counterpoint between avocado paste and avocado chunks in the finished guacamole. Available ingredients include onion, cilantro, salsa, jalapenos, and several more options. This kind of thing isn't new by any means (I have had it before but cannot precisely recall where) but it is delicious. You get a large amount of guacamole to pair with the homemade chips, and because you picked the flavors, it is more than likely delicious. However, I recommend using more ingredients than you initially think you might need, as there is a lot of avocado in that mortar.
The West Texas burger was topped with a heapin' helpin' of fried: fried jalapeno and onion strips fought for dominance on top of some cheddar cheese and a beef patty. Oddly enough, the strongest flavor in the whole burger was the beef - I could barely taste the cheese, and the fried toppings provided little but crunch. I can't lie, the beef itself was excellent, and cooked medium rare exactly as I requested... but I was expecting a little bit more from a $9 burger. I suspect I would have been happier ordering one of the more exotic burgers in their repertoire, or just building one myself off their menu (though that is definitely more expensive). Still, the decision of toppings aside, it was a good burger and deserves recognition as such.
I did not try any of their alcoholic beverages, but they had a rather impressive beer list (predictably most of it is bottled) involving most of the regional favorites like Fat Tire and Boulevard. It also isn't cheap, but you can definitely find something that strikes your fancy - or you can rely on the menu to suggest a beer that matches the meal for you.
If you find yourself of a mood for some interesting meats, have some extra cash to spare, and a football game to watch, definitely drop in. If only the first two apply, you should still give it a try, if you think you can ignore the college sports team logos on the ceiling tiles.
- Bison Burger ($9.95)
- Garlic Parmesan Fries ($1.45 upgrade)
- Lemonade ($1.95)
The garlic parmesan fries are... well. I will not say they were bad, but you have to be careful with them. Most especially, do not get these at lunch. Your coworkers will hate you, because they apparently see fit to top the fries with equal parts garlic and parmesan. There had to be at least a dozen cloves, minced, on that plate. And it wasn't a very big plate! The first bite, I did NOT expect that much garlic, and it was like a kick in the nose. Not even a cookie and some root beer could adequately get the taste and smell out of my mouth for the rest of the work day. Aside from that, if you like garlic and parmesan, go for it.
The bison burger actually did come out the medium rare I ordered it, just like Cham's texas burger. The meat reminded me mainly of a very lean beef that somehow didn't sacrifice any juicy goodness. it was quite good, though the smattering of gorgonzola on top really didn't do it any favors. I thought it clashed quite badly with the bison, and would have been far better if replaced with feta, like the lamb burger got. The barbeque sauce wasn't anything outstanding, but also didn't get in the way of tasting the meat, so that's sort of a point in its favor, and aside from the fairly hefty price tag, it was a pretty damn good burger.
Brewburgers' schtick pretty much seems to be a lot of very good burger options, plus a lot of beer options, plus sports bar. I don't know about the beer, but the burgers part, it does damn well, if a bit on the pricey side. Okay, a fair bit on the pricey side. On the other hand, the sheer variety of meats available may well make it worth it. Just... not very often.
- Lamb Burger ($9.95)
- Chili Fries ($1.45 upgrade)
- Alligator Bites ($9.95)
The Lamb Burger was lamb (they didn't ask me how they wanted it cooked), topped with a ridiculous amount of feta and cucumber sauce (AKA, tzatziki or a close relative). I was glad that it came with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Anything to blunt the strength of the feta, to me. Good meat, and good burger on the overall, but perhaps a little strong for me with the feta. ND pointed out that it was a bit of a lesser version of the Greek Isles burger, and that may be worth considering: If you like lamb and feta burgers, they might be a better choice if you're striking out for it. The two resturants are pretty far apart, though. I'll probably try something else next time I go, but don't let that steer you away from it if you're in the area and like your feta.
I used the upgrade option to go with Chili on my fries. They had a fairly meaty chili here that made for some pretty darn good chili fries. It wasn't the best at binding to the fries, so it took a bit of work to get chunks of meat or bean with your fries, but the flavor was all there. I'll probably try some of the other fry modification options when I go back.
On the overall, the place is definitely a cut above, and the price is also a cut above. In the sense that it's kinda high. It looks like they have several deals throughout the week, and those might help various people enjoy things more without hitting the wallet quite so much. We also did not sample any of the 'brew' part of the equation, which may also help. Also, the sports bar component seemed reasonably strong, but Thursday Lunch does not give you a huge opportunity to feel the Husker fans, among any others. Give this place a shot in your rotation, and I don't think you'll regret it.
- Maverick Burger ($8.50)
- White Cheddar Cheese Bites ($6.95)
The Maverick Burger was a beef patty with sliced onions mixed in topped with jack cheese. I ordered mine medium-rare and it looked to be cooked through. The onions mixed in with the meat made the burger crumbly and didn't contribute any flavor, so I'm not sure how much they contributed to the burger as a whole. They could have added some juiciness (it was a juicy burger), but unfortunately I can't empirically conclude that. It also came with a horseradish sauce on the side which I smeared generously on the upper bun. The horseradish sauce was disappointingly tame. I was hoping for a good nasal kick on each bite but never got it. Overall, it was a very good chunk of meat, but all of the fancy didn't contribute to that at all and it was a rather small burger for the price.


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Indigenous Scholarships
These awards are awarded during semester 1 by a committee consisting of staff from the Wilin Centre and Scholarships Office. Only one application is required per applicant. Students must submit an application to be considered for these scholarships.
Timing of awards
Semester 1
Frequency of award
Awards and indicative values
- Gerda Nicholson Award (triennial award- next to be awarded 2021)
- Wilin Access
- Wilin Scholarship
Open and closing dates
Only one application per applicant is required. Applications are now closed and will re open on the third week of February 2020. Applicants can expect to receive an emailed outcome by May.
Criteria and eligibility
These scholarships are open for award to indigenous students of any discipline and year level.
Selection process
Applications will be assessed by the selection committee on the basis of:
- artistic merit, as demonstrated by entry requirements for the course (i.e. audition, folio presentation) and possibly class participation;
- academic merit, as demonstrated by previous academic achievement (VCE or equivalent; other tertiary results);
- career aspirations (addressed through questions in the application process); and
- likely success in completing the proposed course of study (addressed through questions in the application process).
The Dean, on the recommendation of the selection committee, will approve the recipients.
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Monday, 15 July, 2002, 17:01 GMT 18:01 UK
Analysis: US options on Iraq
When the leaders of the most powerful country in the world remark that they seek "regime change" in Iraq, the rest of the world must believe them.
For "regime change", read the removal of Saddam Hussein. It does not necessarily mean an invasion. It does mean a result.
President Bush said recently that the United States would "use all tools at our disposal" to get that result.
And the Deputy Secretary of Defence Paul Wolfowitz has said in Turkey that Saddam Hussein "presents a danger we cannot live with indefinitely".
Mr Wolfowitz has been urging action on Iraq since the attacks of 11 September.
At a meeting at Camp David on the Sunday after the attacks, however, it was decided to put Iraq on the shelf and Mr Wolfowitz into a box.
He is now out.
Anthony Cordesman, a former US Government official now with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington, says that many people outside the United States "feel we are crying wolf".
The United States is not crying wolf. It is crying Wolfowitz.
Don't say later there was no warning.
History is full of such warnings being ignored.
Sabre rattling
They are often dismissed in advance as "sabre rattling". Saddam Hussein was so accused when he moved troops up to the border with Kuwait in 1990. Then he invaded.
In 1973, the Israelis ignored signs from Egypt that it intended to attack across the Suez Canal.
Britain thought that Argentina was "sabre rattling" over the Falklands in 1982. It was not.
The United States itself was taken by surprise at Pearl Harbour in 1941.
But if the end is now clearly laid down, the means are not. Note that the American statements refer to "regime change" not to "invasion".
It is just possible the Iraqi leader will back down and allow UN weapons inspectors back in. But even that it is now unlikely to assuage Washington. George Bush has a wider agenda.
Three options
The United States has basic three options:
The problem for Washington with the first two options is that they have been tried before. Saddam Hussein's opponents, encouraged by the CIA, tried to overthrow him in 1996. But he struck first.
Earlier, in 1995, the opposition-in-exile, the Iraqi National Congress, drew up a "Three Cities" plan. Popular revolts would take over the cities of Mosul and Kirkuk in the North and Basra in the South. They would be used as bases for further assaults.
The plan went ahead without American support. It fizzled out.
Earlier this year the CIA was authorised to have another go against the Iraqi president.
A coup or internal collapse would obviously be preferable to an invasion.
And the latest thinking includes the possibility that the threat of an invasion, or the assembly of an invading force, might itself do the trick by getting the Iraqi military, faced with overwhelming odds, to turn against Saddam.
At a meeting in London over the weekend, exiled Iraqi officers almost to a man predicted such a collapse if the Americans deployed forces in the field.
That might be wishful thinking. But it is a result many are wishing for.
Such a result is not expected to come without the actual deployment of forces. So planning is going ahead.
And if it does not work, then an invasion is likely to go ahead.
Battle plans
According to the New York Times, the US Central Command has drawn up initial plans for such an invasion, using 250,000 soldiers and marines.
There would be extensive air attacks first and commando raids to try to destroy suspected sites where biological or chemical weapons might be held.
Such an attack is not imminent. The French foreign minister said after meeting the US Secretary of State Colin Powell that "a military intervention is not a question currently under consideration".
But there is plenty of time for that consideration. A decision could be taken in the autumn with troop movements following soon afterwards.
Actual combat would probably not take place until early next year during the cool of the winter.
A sure sign of impending action would be the large scale transfer of US aircraft, soldiers and marines to the Persian Gulf. No such movement has yet taken place.
But there is now an inevitability surrounding the whole issue.
Major-General Patrick Cordingley, who commanded a British armoured brigade during the Gulf War, told a meeting in London recently that Saddam Hussein faced "inevitable consequences" if he did not allow the weapons inspectors in.
General Cordingley did not think that the Iraqi armed forces would present much trouble, once Iraq's air defences had been dealt with.
It is therefore not really a question of whether, but how and when.
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Music Guests – Riko Suzuki + friends
This month we do something a bit different and feature a composer – Riko Suzuki Kumagai. Riko is originally from Japan and now lives in Glasgow, Scotland. After studying art in Germany, she settled here in Britain, teaching and performing music and art. She started writing songs when she was just 12, but didn't take composition seriously until recently. In summer 2016, Riko took composition course at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and she is currently looking for a way of continuing studying composition.
It was great to have Riko record for us specially along with Seph (violin) and Pam (clarinet), and we also share pieces from Riko's Sound Cloud account (https://soundcloud.com/riko-22).
These are all audition pieces and we're really excited about sharing such new music with you. Listen from 12'54 minutes in to our October podcast for 'Woodlouse Waltz' and 'Autumn Wind'; and later in the programme you can hear 'Wake' [at 38'45 ].


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My First Clear Album
I decided to give clear albums a shot, and I love how this turned out! I used lots of acrylic stamps with Stazon black, white, and red inks. I also used transparency and rubons. Hope you like it!
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Bellas and Glimmer Mist!!
Did I say how much I love Glimmer Mists?? Well, I also am loving my Bella stamps. This card was made for my mom with Grumpabella. I used Bazzill cardstock, and a smooth white cardstock for the Bella image. Patterned papers are MM Kraft. I colored Grumpabella with prismacolor pencils. I know that I used at least 4 Glimmer mists around the card.
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Action-packed, non-stop, senses-shattering and an unashamedly sci-fi spectacular, that's what the new J.J. Abrams Star Trek is. The rebooted movie truly warp speeds ahead and doesn't stop for a moment.
The new film totally succeeds in re-energizing the Star Trek franchise and I can't imagine even die-hard classic Trek fans not being able to find something to like in this fast-paced movie.
Original costumes from the new Star Trek movie
on display at ArcLight Hollywood cinema
I think it's much more accessible to non-Trek aficionados, but still a real fan pleaser, and it's just a damn good action movie that keeps you riveted the full 127 minutes.
This time around there's not lots of exposition as people stand around the ship's bridge spouting incomprehensible techno-babble, just cool action sequences, intense space battles and exciting hand-to-hand and phaser fueled fights scenes.
Original movie props from the new Star Trek movie - phasers
The orbital sky-diving scene is exciting and truly impressive. I love the in-joke homage to the red uniform guy from classic Trek, who you always knew when he beamed down to a planet would be the one to die - the 'curse of the red shirt Starfleet uniform' strikes again.
Star Trek phaser movie prop
I absolutely loved Chris Pine's supremely cocky Kirk (and his piercing blue eyes) and the movie's overall tongue-in-cheek, infectious and at times laugh out loud humour.
Simon Pegg's Scotty is also a comedic gem and classic lines from Bones, "I'm a Doctor, not a Physicist", are real fan pleasers. I thought each cast member was introduced well and given sufficient screen time to establish their character, with nods to personality traits of the original characters, but also new elements to refresh and re-invigorate the crew.
Actual Star Trek movie costumes -
Starfleet, Vulcan and Romulan outfits
At the end of the movie you really get a sense that these are the familiar Star Trek characters like Sulu, Uhura and Chekov, we've known for years, but the new actors have all made them their own and are not trying to do an impersonation of the original.
There are also quite a few surprises in the movie, like the unexpected romance between young Spock and Uhura - I didn't see that one coming, but it certainly mixes the bridge dynamic up a bit.
I also love the new bridge design, it's simple yet futuristic at the same time, and now the engineering section looks like a real functioning engine room and the Enterprise is not some squeaky clean, hermetically-sealed sterile environment.
The costume designs are fantastically loyal to the retro look of the classic uniforms, but are injected with a fresh and new style too.
New Star Trek movie costumes - Blue Starfleet uniform
The Romulans provide true menace and the simplicity of the time-travel story and revenge motivation of movie's protagonist, Nero, are a breath of fresh air. Rather than some convoluted plot we have to get our heads around it allows the lead characters to be established and the action to flow more easily.
Original movie props from the new Star Trek movie -
weapons and communicators
Only really thing that felt a bit forced was the whole time-traveling Spock and his inevitable meeting with his younger self (Zachary Quinto), which seemed slightly anti-climatic. Although his inclusion was integral to the plot, I felt the story slowed down whenever he was involved, but that's a very minor criticism in a highly entertaining movie.
At the end of the movie I'm left with the sense that this rebooted version exists in an alternate reality (as the past has been changed) and that's great because the slate has been wiped clean. You can enjoy the original series and films for what they were, but whatever comes next doesn't have to be bogged down with countless years of continuity and that this new Enterprise crew can create their own destiny.
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I hope you enjoy all the movie costumes and props from the new Star Trek movie featured here, which are on display at ArcLight Hollywood where I saw the movie (which I have to say looked amazing on the massive screen of the Cinerama Dome).
Unlike with the disappointing X-Men Origins - Wolverine last week, I'm really excited to go see the new Star Trek again and catch all the things I missed on first viewing. I give new Star Trek a spectacular five ***** stars.
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Editor's Note from Susan Richman: When we receive info on scholarship opportunities we like to pass this info on to homeschooling families-- especially when the sponsoring organization is seeking ways to let homeschoolers specifically know about their offering. Today I heard from the Washington Crossing Foundation, a non-profit group located in Pennsylvania, about their scholarship program for high school seniors-- perhaps they had heard that many homeschoolers seek to serve our nation through involvement in government or through military service leadership. I hope this opportunity will be helpful ones for homeschool seniors in PA-- and note in the following info that there are some special awards available for students in the Greater Philadelphia counties. The deadline for receipt of application materials is January 15, 2012-- PHAA of course can help with providing official copies of high school transcripts for students enrolled in the PHAA diploma program, and your PHAA homeschool evaluator could be a terrific person to write the needed recommendation letter. Full info on applying can be found at the organization's website, listed below.
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the FORTY-THIRD ANNUAL NATIONAL WASHINGTON CROSSING FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS for STUDENTS COMPLETING TWELFTH (or final high school year) in 2012 that are planning careers in government service.
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At present, there are 13 students who have been awarded personal scholarships by the Washington Crossing Foundation who are currently enrolled in the United States Military Academy, Naval Academy, Coast Guard Academy and Air Force Academy. The Foundation seeks to reward young men and women who give outstanding service to their country.
The Ann Hawkes Hutton Memorial Scholarship recognizes her more than sixty years of dedicated volunteer service to memorializing Washington's Crossing of the Delaware, to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and to our nation. The Trustees of the Foundation, mindful of the significance of the important event in our nation's history that occurred at Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, believe that if our country is to continue to progress, we must have thoroughly trained, dedicated young people to carry on our government's work in future years.
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13 out of 15 people found this review helpful:Indeed, This Show IS THE BEST Sports Anime EVER!!!!**Only the 3rd season is up right now, I highly recommend you watch the previous 2 seasons before watching this, or else you won't know what the heck is going on.**Read more
I'm so happy Crunchyroll got the 3rd season up on the sit in all of it's HD glory!! Hopefully they'll get the past 2 seasons here as well. I didn't even care for boxing until I stated watching Hajime no Ippo! This show ...
6 out of 6 people found this review helpful:Get 'em Takamura!!!!!!I wish they would have posted the previous seasons so people could enjoy the whole Makunouchi adventure, but this show hits on several cylinders. It is primarily a comedy, and it has several outrageous characters. There is a character for everyone, but the two best are Ippo and Takamura. A hot-headed wise guy in Takamura and a dedicated, nice guy with Ippo. The boxing aspect isn't just a ...Read more
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful:The Best Sports AnimeThis show got me into sports animes and it is the best at. Crunching devastating blows, intrigue and strategy, coupled with humor and wit. You really can't ask any more from an anime. I recommend watching at the beginning with Fighting Spirit Hajime no Ippo.
6 out of 7 people found this review helpful:Literally one of the best anime of all time.I recently watched all of the original Ippo as well as New Challenger in about a month (just couldn't stop) and now I get to watch this glorious, adrenaline-pumping season of what, quickly, became one of my top anime series' of all time. I don't even like sports anime. If that doesn't convince some folk to, at least, check it out, then I don't know what will.
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful:Watch the first 2 seasons first!!!I hate boxing. Dumb, overrated, and senseless. At least that is what I used to think. OK, stand alone, this is an excellent anime about a group of boxers (starring Makunouchi Ippo) and the fights they face and trials up to, and during, the fights. The characters are very very lovable, relatable, and consistent. The fights themselves and brilliantly done and they literally keep you on the edge of ...Read more
5 out of 6 people found this review helpful:# 1 Anime i have ever seenHonestly, i have been with this anime since the start, and it has just kept getting better and better. there is 2 other seasons before this installment with a total of over 100 episodes before this. I highly recommend that you watch those first before watching this, you get so much more out of it if you do. this is hands down my favorite anime out there. the character development is fantastic, and ...Read more
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful:really intense boxing dramaI won't get too much into it but HNI: the fighting is hands down my fav in the sports anime section all time.Read more
The fights are really intense drama filled episodes that make you wish you had next weeks episode avalible now, the off fight episodes are just as good, building the excitement for the next match.
With all this action and drama you would be surprised to know that it does throw in humor ...
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful:Hajime No Ippo strikes with a KO!!!Coming into 'Hajime No Ippo: The Fighting!' I had no experience. I had never read the manga nor had I watched the anime. Prior to this the only knowledge of Ippo was that it was a boxing anime, that the punches were powerful, the fights emotional, and was gar when it wanted to be. After watching the first 13 episodes I can say that I'm pleasantly surprised. I've never been all that into sports ...Read more
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful:More than Sports AnimeI'm always a bit skeptical about sports anime. Having seen hundreds of different anime, I usually err towards something that I feel will end up having a well executed, interesting premise.Read more
Hajime no Ippo is, regardless, one of my favorite anime of all time and has continued to impress. It has fantastic characterization, great pacing, and more than once you will cheer. Actively one of the most ...


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Durham News
Some earn higher incomes in area public housing
A handful of public-housing families reported incomes over $60,000 last year, as hundreds joined waiting lists trying to get in, records show.
Housing officials said higher-income families are rare, and some also have high medical or child-care bills. In any case, there's not much they can do: Every family meets the guidelines when they move in, and they can't be forced out unless they break the rules.
More than 300 families are waiting for one of 336 Chapel Hill Public Housing apartments, including 30 the department manages in Carrboro. Other groups also provide low-cost housing in Carrboro, which does not have its own public housing agency.
The Durham Housing Authority has more than 2,000 families on a waiting list for one of its 1,851 apartments.
Both housing authorities have stopped adding names to their waiting lists.
A 2011 Chapel Hill public housing plan, the latest available, reports an average of 63 households moving in each year. The agency's average annual family income was $16,679 in January, according to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development data.
Roughly 17 percent of families have lived there for 10 to 20 years; another 12 percent, for 21-plus years, data shows. The national numbers are 17 percent and 13 percent, respectively.
In Durham, Chief Executive Officer Dallas Parks said tenants moved into 302 apartments last year. The average annual income in Durham public housing is $8,948, and 10 percent of families have lived there 10 to 20 years, HUD data shows.
Three percent have lived there 21-plus years, data shows.
Safety net
Federally funded public housing is meant to be a safety net for low-income families, the elderly and people with disabilities. Roughly 1.2 million U.S. families live in 3,300 local housing communities.
Families meet several requirements, including criminal and background checks, and restrictions based on the number of family members, their annual income and HUD's average median income (AMI) where they live. The AMI in Chapel Hill and Durham is $65,700.
The maximum a family can earn to qualify for public housing is 80 percent of AMI, or up to $52,550 a year locally for a family of four.
Federal data show 63 percent of four-person families in Chapel Hill public housing and 87 percent in Durham public housing are among the area's poorest, earning 30 percent of AMI, or up to $19,700 a year.
Another 23 percent and 11 percent, respectively, in Chapel Hill and Durham earn 50 percent of AMI, or up to $32,850.
Fifteen families earned more than 80 percent of the area's AMI last year for their number of family members, data shows. Five families earned more than $60,000, data shows.
Most pay 30%
Most families pay 30 percent of their income in rent and utilities but get deductions for dependent, elderly or disabled family members and related expenses. A very small percentage earn enough to pay a flat rent based on the fair-market rate for a comparable apartment, Parks said.
In Chapel Hill public housing, the highest-reported income was a two-person family earning $88,382, followed by a seven-member family at $75,113 a year. Vaughn cited privacy concerns in not providing more tenant information.
In Durham, the highest reported income was a family of four earning $118,386, Records show the family has lived there since 1988, has two elderly residents and receives disability income. Other family members work, Parks said.
The next-highest income reported was for a single person who been a tenant since 1993 and earned $54,557 last year.
Many don't take advantage of programs that could help them move into private housing, Vaughn said.
The reasons vary and include a lack of affordable housing, as well as desire to live near familiar faces and places, she and Parks said. Families also are held back by unstable job situations and the fear of what could happen if the car that both parents depend breaks down or they can't afford child care anymore, they said.
"We have looked beyond money and know the circumstances" families are facing, Vaughn said.


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Stop Drying Your Hair With a Regular Old Towel and Get on My Level
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Stop Drying Your Hair With a Regular Old Towel and Get on My Level
Towels are serious business in my family. When I moved out of my childhood home as a wee adult-child hybrid, my parents sent me on my way with two things: an admonishment to "Be safe!" and a set of towels monogrammed with my initials.
I of course immediately disregarded any and all advice regarding my personal safety, but a large number of years later, those towels my parents gifted me have kept on truckin'. While half of them were stolen from the laundromat (who steals monogrammed towels?!), the remaining ones are still perfectly useable — albeit kind of threadbare and more than a little dingy.
The fact that my parents didn't skimp on cost when it came to those towels made me aware that sometimes, you kinda DO get what you pay for. So I really sweated replacing them, spending weeks deeming endless displays of towels in 20+ stores as "just not good enough" until I finally ended up buying a 30 piece matched set (I'm talking bath towels, bath sheets, hand towels and washcloths) of these Lacoste towels in "fandango pink," because I am a grown woman who follows Barbie on Twitter.
If they last me even half as long as the set my family gifted me, I'll be in a senior living home when the time comes to replace them.
But these fancy new towels are most definitely not meant for drying my hair. No way, no sir, no how. I'm of the opinion that really, absolutely NO bath towel is good enough for your precious hair. Rubbing your hair dry with a regular old bath towel is a fast track to frizzy, damaged hair — as the terrycloth texture causes friction and roughs up your hair cuticles, which = frizz.
Plus, if you are a gal who likes to put her hair up while she gets ready and does her makeup, the weight of a regular old bath towel on your head can cause breakage around the roots — resulting in all those super short hairs you get around your hairline. (A regular old bath towel is also wayyyyy too heavy to stay securely on your head, and is constantly slipping down as you go about your morning business. #Tragedy.)
So what's a girl to do? Use a special microfiber hair towel, duh!
Mind you, I'm not talking about the proliferation of lame-o "twisty" hair towels and turbans out there, as much as I love my "As Seen on TV" products. There is only one original microfiber hair towel, and it's made by Aquis. They are smooth as silk, completely gentle to your hair, and I've been buying them for years, well before all those imitators were but a sparkle in someone's eye. There really is no hair towel out there that compares. I splurged on a new set of them when I replaced my bath towels, and now I'm in love with them all over again.
Aquis hair towels are superior to literally all other hair towels because of their incredible water-sucking ability. They cut hair drying time in half and don't cause any bends or dents in your hair. I mean, you could almost throw your hair dryer in the trash and just use an Aquis towel instead!
The Aquis towel can be used by both curly and straight-haired babes with the same degree of success — and I can vouch for the fact that it allows my stick-straight hair to air-dry with absolutely ZERO tangles or snarls. I also find that I need way less leave-in-conditioner when I dry my hair using one.
The Aquis hair towels also hold in all that water they are sucking out of your hair quite handily — while regular terrycloth "hair turbans" get soaking wet almost instantly and allow water to run down the back of your neck as you are doing your makeup and getting dressed. Once it's wet, the towel dries completely within about 20 minutes, making it perfect for travel and gym use. (Traveling with your own personal hair towel = height of luxury.)
I own both the regular Aquis hair towel and turban version, and it's a toss up as to which I like better. The sad truth is that I find a combo of both towels is pure hair-drying perfection. After washing my hair, I use the full-size Aquis towel to do an initial dry, taking care not to rub my hair too vigorously — simply pressing or squeezing the excess water out of your hair will do. Then I put my hair up in the turban version and go about my getting-ready business. Once I'm dressed and made up, I take it off, finger-brush my hair, and it's practically bone-dry, full of slight beachy-looking body and 100% ready to rock.
Even if you think buying a special towel to dry your hair with sounds insane, you still shouldn't stoop to using a regular old bath towel. Simply stalk the aisles of your local automotive store for a multi-purpose super-absorbent towel for almost half the price, or just do what curly-haired girls the world over have been doing for years: wrap your wet hair up in an old T-shirt and be done with it.
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It's a SPIRIT-filled day all day on Thursday, September 17, and Thursday, October 15, at Chick-fil-A in Gardendale!
Come all day from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., turn in your receipts at the restaurant, and SPIRIT receives 20% of your purchase as a fundraiser. You'll be asked to place your receipt in a box for SPIRIT to receive credit, so please agree to do so.
Also, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. each night, play PLUNKO and win Chick-fil-A prizes! Each game of PLUNKO is 50-cents and you're guranteed to win something every time!!
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This Christmas, Colombia Enlists Moms in Anti-Guerrilla Campaign
One of the sadder holiday traditions is Colombia's annual Christmas campaign to persuade homesick guerrilla fighters to sneak out of the jungle and surrender their weapons.
Over the past three years, Lowe SSP3, working with Colombia's Ministry of Defense, has decorated huge Christmas trees in the jungle, floated LED-lit plastic balls filled with hopeful messages and sent small gifts down rivers the insurgents use to get around. It's also lit the sky with beacons to provide a guiding light for guerrillas escaping camps at night.
But this year they are bringing out the heavy artillery: the guerrillas' moms. The "Mother's Voice" campaign tells the real-life stories of about 30 mothers whose children are members of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, better known as FARC. Each poster shows a real family picture of one of today's armed fighters as an innocent child, with the mother's message: "Before you were a guerrilla, you were my son." Ads end with the line, "This Christmas, we're waiting for you at home. Demobilize."
To shoot the TV, radio and poster ads, each mother was asked to bring photos of her child and send a message asking him to return to civilian life.
"We always talk to [former] guerrillas, and one thing that worries them, especially now that the peace process is advancing, is that they may be rejected by their families," said Jose Miguel Sokoloff, Lowe & Partners' chief creative officer. "Mothers are the ones who will always forgive us, but we don't always realize that."
These campaigns, in which jungles and rivers become media channels, have unexpectedly become awards-show juggernauts. The "Rivers of Light" effort involving LED-lit balls sent down the waterways won a Titanium Lion at last year's Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity as well as Grand Prix awards at ad shows around the world. That project was inspired by former fighters explaining that Christmas is important even to a revolutionary, and the simple insight that living in remote areas forces travel on water rather than by road.
In 2012, the agency learned guerrilla fighters were being shuffled around to prevent desertion and make it harder to find their way to towns to surrender. That led to "Operation Bethlehem," with the beacons lighting a path to safe destinations. Glow-in-the-dark billboards along the rivers said, "Guerrilla, follow the light." Mr. Sokoloff said about 200 guerrillas did so.
This month FARC announced a ceasefire starting Dec. 15. That means guerrillas will have more time over the holidays to spend in towns with access to TV and radio, making for an easier media schedule. "We want them to think about what they're missing," Mr. Sokoloff said.


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Here's to the 2015 PAVE Winners
Here's to the 2015 PAVE Winners
Duggal congratulates the 2015 Planning and Visual Education Partnership (PAVE) award winners. Retail design and visual merchandising leaders gathered for the 19th Annual PAVE Gala Dec. 2 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City to recognize the industry's up-and-coming stars over dinner, networking and a lively after-party.
One of the brightest highlights of the evening was the student décor challenge, which enabled college students from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), LIM College, and Australia's TAFE SA – future brand marketers, graphic designers and visual merchandisers – to showcase their skills for an exclusive industry audience and soak up the night's excitement.
Duggal Visual Solutions had a fabulous time at the PAVE Awards as a patron, and as the official graphics and student décor sponsor. In addition to coordinating the production of various event graphics and displays, Duggal consultant Brittany Wirtz collaborated with Anne Kong, FIT Associate Professor of Visual Presentation and Exhibition Design, to pick three unique materials that would serve as a canvas for students in the décor competition.
View a gallery of photos from the 2015 PAVE Awards below, followed by a list of the winners from each award category.
PAVE 2015 Student Design Competition Winners Sponsored by Kroger:
Visual Merchandising Category
1st Place – $5,000 – Aliene Chidester, University of Cincinnati
2nd Place – $2,500 – Seth Huxel, University of Cincinnati
3rd Place – $1,500 – Arjun Kainth, Marymount University
Honorable Mention – $500 – Michael Preston, Santa Monica College
Store Design Category
1st Place – $5,000 – Neesha Reddivari, University of Cincinnati
2nd Place – $2,500 – Akansha Osmond, Humber College
3rd Place – $1,500 – LeaMarie Villafana, FIT
Honorable Mention – $500 – Kelly Geig, University of Cincinnati
Honorable Mention – $500 – Caitlin Porter, University of Kentucky
2015 Christine Taylor Collection PAVE Scholarship
Christy Rappold, FIT
2015 CallisonRTKL PAVE Scholarship
Kylie O'Keefe, University of Cincinnati
2015 Gensler PAVE Scholarship
Hae Jun Eum, Art Center College of Design
2015 Target PAVE Scholarship
Linda Gjolaj, FIT and Ryan English, Otis College of Art and Design
design:retail Winning Window Awards:
Silver Award – Bloomingdale's
Gold Award – Bergdorf Goodman
Platinum Award – Lord & Taylor
VMSD Awards:
1st Award: Valentino
2nd Award: Joseph Abboud
3rd Award: Urban Outfitters
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best collection of short funny jokes
Kids jokes are jokes for kids and children of all ages. Jokes are short and simple that kids can understand and remember them. Jokes are often coming from kids questions and kids logic which are creating a humorous situation. The simplicity of such jokes allows an individual of virtually any age to get a good laugh.
Q: What do you get if you mix a rabbit and a snake?
A: A jump rope!
Q: What is a banana's favorite gymnastic move?
A: The splits!
Q: What is a sheep's favorite sport?
A: Baaasket baaall!!!
Q: How do you put a elephant in the fridge?
A: Open the door, put the elephant in and close the door.
Q: How do you put a giraffe if the fridge?
A: Open the door take the elephant out, put the giraffe in, and clase the door.
Q: What happens when you feed gun powder to a chicken?
A: Egg-splosion
Why do gorillas have big nostrils?
Because they have big fingers.
What is a bunny's favorite music?
A kid asks his father:
Kid: Daddy why do i have to go to bed?
Dad: Because the bed wont come to you.
Why did the tomato turn red?
Because he saw the salad dressing.
What happened when the shark became famous?
He tured into a starfish.
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The UK government faces a major challenge in formulating a clear plan for Brexit. Its current position is that departing the EU necessarily entails leaving the European Economic Area and customs union. The Prime Minster has said that 'no deal' is better than a 'bad deal'. Thus it is possible that at the end of March 2019, the UK will fall back on 'WTO rules'. While the government may have worked out the legal and institutional implications of this scenario, it has not shared this information with the public. By its own admission, the government has not undertaken any economic analysis of the possible effects of Brexit, beyond the work carried out by the Treasury before the referendum of June 2016. In these circumstances, there is an urgent need for informed public debate on the consequences of Brexit.
At this workshop, organised jointly by the Cambridge Public Policy Strategic Research Initiative and Centre for Business Research (CBR), the state of the art on legal issues which include the WTO option, migration, citizen's rights, the UK's 'exit bill', free movement, and social policy, will be discussed, along with analysis of the constitutional and geopolitical context of Brexit. There will also be a presentation of the latest results from the CBR's economic forecasting model, UKMOD, which has earned a reputation for accuracy and even-handedness in its analysis of the effects of Brexit.
Supported by the University of Cambridge Impact Acceleration Account.
Thursday 30 March 2017
|Registration and coffee
| Session one: The Political Context
The Geopolitics of Brexit, or Britain's Bill to Europe
Professor Brendan Simms, Department of Politics and International Studies, University of Cambridge
Brexit and Devolution
Professor John Bell, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge and Dr Julian Ghosh QC, Bye-fellow at Peterhouse, University of Cambridge
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The UK Constitution and the Great Repeal Act
Professor David Howarth, Department of Land Economy, University of Cambridge
| Session two: Trade and Economic Law
The 'WTO Option'
Dr Lorand Bartels, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge
Access the full paper (September 2016)
The UK's 'Exit Bill'
Dr Michael Waibel, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge
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| Session three: Economic and Social Policy
The UKMOD Economic Forecast of the Effects of Brexit
Dr Graham Gudgin, Centre for Business Research, Cambridge Judge Business School
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A Libertarian Britain Prepares to Leave an Ordoliberal EU
Professor Simon Deakin, Centre for Business Research, Cambridge Judge Business School
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|Tea and coffee
| Session four: Migration and Citizenship
The Right to Remain of EU Nationals
Dr Kirsty Hughes, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge
Free Movement of Persons
Martin Steinfeld, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge
Migration and Employment Rights
Professor Catherine Barnard, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge


text: Take a peek into the deeply layered world of Fallen Enchantress By Lola at Monday, January 14, 2013 10:50:24 AM Fallen Enchantress is a game like no other: it requires a mind that feeds on intrigue, has an aptitude for strategic gameplay and the desire to explore mechanics and complexities. The game is far above my patience, intellect and adrenaline rush inclination so I have searched far and wide across the Internet in order to find a gamer who felt at home in the daunting world of Fallen Enchantress. I found Eben Illingworth, gamer, thinker, and 'extreme challenge junkie', he is also busy setting up his own video games Indie studio (more about that in the coming months). His passion for multi-layered strategy games, deeply immersive storylines and the opportunity to 'outplay the game' led him to the enchanted door of Fallen Enchantress. Join us for a talk about this fascinating game. In your opinion, what sets Fallen Enchantress apart from other games? "Fallen Enchantress is largely about exploration. The game map is covered with locations that offer quests your heroes can follow, loot to be collected, magic shards that can be harnessed to multiply the power of your magic and independent armies of monsters and men that begin roaming the area if approached. As the map is cleared and the wild lands settled, research offers the opportunity of new, higher-level quests appearing to challenge the stronger heroes. This living environment and the ever-changing challenge it presents to the player as they expand their empire is an element I haven't seen incorporated into any other game with such success." Fallen Enchantress is a RPG/Strategy hybrid; explain how these two very different genres blend to form a unique gaming experience. "At its core, Fallen Enchantress is a city-building game of expansion and conquest, a "4X" game: exploration, expansion, exploitation and extermination. Strategy becomes tactics during army battles, when turned-based combat is resolved on a grid map. The RPG elements are brought into play via the heroes in your arsenal. You begin each game with your leader—either chosen from a list of characters or created from scratch. They have a long list of stats, some basic initial equipment and the ability to recruit other heroes they meet on the map—usually for a price. Each of these heroes gains experience and levels up, with many different upgrades and new abilities to choose from along the way. It's not uncommon to have armies comprised solely of two or three heroes, roaming the map and slaying with impunity. Heroes are also the only units who can trigger quests at the quest locations you find. A typical quest involves a fetch-it or kill-it scenario that leads you around the map and into combat, most often ending with a reward of treasure. In addition, there are large areas of the map that are under the dominion of supernatural monsters or powers, each with its own back story and characters. Clearing these areas forms an extended subplot to the main goal of victory and offers significant reward. All in all, these RPG elements provide a context and depth that help colour the more typical pursuits of any 4X game. There is no over-arching quest and branching storyline, but rather a richness of environment and activity your heroes can use to explore and grow. The effect is a deeper personal investment by the player in the heroes and a stimulation of the imagination that doesn't exist in other strategy titles." The AI in Fallen Enchantress plays the major role in enabling player immersion. Does the game succeed in holding that immersion until end game? "In this game, the player struggles as much against the environment—the map on which they seek to expand their empire—as they do against the AI players. Diplomacy and trade is a fairly important aspect of victory and agreements such as non-aggression pacts and economic treaties last longer than most games. You may very well win a game without ever crossing a particular opponent's border or even finding their capital city. That being said, the AI's use of armies on the map and units in battle can probably be termed "adequate". There are occasional behaviors that seem questionable, but in the end the immersive quality of the game and its many elements compensate for the occasional shortfall." Turn based strategy battles tend to become repetitive and boring. How do Fallen Enchantress' battles fare in this regard? "I would call this a risk rather than a tendency and is often a matter of taste. Games like the Jagged Alliance and X-com franchises are examples of turn-based combat that never grows old, while other popular titles that may have sacrificed choice and complexity in favour of easier game-play have also suffered from repetitiveness and dull battles. The strength of Fallen Enchantress is certainly in its strategic and RPG elements, rather than its tactical battles. Typically it's the presence of a hero—with their options of spell-casting and other character actions—that make a particular battle engaging. For me personally, the most enjoyment comes from seeing how my carefully designed and equipped units fare on the battlefield. A few unit designs are automatically offered in your cities' build menus as your research progresses, but the real fun comes when you design your own. Every army unit in the game has the same array of statistics and potential abilities as your heroes—though of course, not as strong. These statistics are determined by the armour, weapons and equipment you choose for them along with the abilities you specify based on a point system. The end result is a highly-personalized army you feel heavily invested in and seeing them perform on the battlefield is satisfying—or heart-breaking." At first glance, Fallen Enchantress seems dauntingly complicated. What advice would you give for newcomers to this world? "With any immersive strategy game comes a learning curve. Playing these games is a matter of taste: one doesn't expect the same instantaneous gratification you might get playing a good first-person shooter from a strategy title whose individual games could easily run as long as 30 or 40 hours. When I completed my last game, I was shocked to see the total play time was over 90 hours. That being said, there's no reason why a player needs to understand how every statistic and game element relates to one another. Indeed, there are still some areas that remain a mystery to me even after my last marathon. That doesn't stop you from having fun. In fact, knowing there is that level of complexity and thought going on under the covers is what gives you the feeling you're playing inside a living, organic environment. You don't need to know the math behind combat to figure out you should give your units horses to make them faster and armour to keep them alive. If your city is hungry, build a bakery; never mind how it affects the regional wheat multiplier and the adjusted food score. If you find yourself getting trounced, simply lower the difficulty. In the end, discovering bit-by-bit how the gaming world works and coming up with new ideas for taking advantage of that knowledge is as enjoyable as exploring the world itself." Closing thoughts I have to admit, I want to try this game. I've been looking for something new, a gaming experience that will challenge me on more levels than my ability to aim and shoot. I don't like the usual run of the mill type of strategy game and Fallen Enchantress though sounds anything but ordinary. How about you, fancy giving it a go? You can purchase the game through Steam for R349. Check out the launch trailer for a look into the mysterious world of Fallen Enchantress. Han's Twitter | Blog / MWEB Gamezone Twitter | Facebook Other News from Around the 'Net: ZergNet Please note that the opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and not MWEB Connect (Pty) Ltd


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RSPB Dungeness sightings9th April 2012, Monday
The long-tailed duck and spoonbill were still present on the ARC pit yesterday and a hen harrier flew over. The bittern was heard booming at Hooker's pits, where willow warbler and corn bunting were seen. A wheatear was near Scott hide and a black redstart at Denge Marsh. Several chiffchaffs and sedge warblers were around the site and eight swallows flew over.