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6 Credit Card Trends to Watch in 2014
Experts predict more creative credit card perks and mobile payments are on the horizon.
During and immediately after the financial crisis, credit card issuers tightened up lending standards and lowered credit limits to protect themselves. "They had given credit to too many people and approved people that had too low a credit score," says Bill Hardekopf, CEO of lowcards.com, a free consumer resource on credit cards. "So many of those people defaulted on their credit cards, and issuers were forced to eat that balance."
That's been gradually changing, and experts predict more changes on the horizon for credit card holders next year. As we prepare to bid the year adieu and welcome in 2014, U.S. News talked to three industry insiders for their predictions on credit card trends to watch.
1. Longer 0 percent APR periods. Prior to the financial crisis, 0 percent APR balance transfer offers were common. Now? Not so much. As "banks are finally shaking off the last of the wariness," says Anisha Sekar, vice president of credit and debt at the personal finance website nerdwallet.com, they're now offering more balance transfer offers and lengthening periods of 0 percent APR. Nerdwallet.com reports that between 2010 and 2013, the average 0 percent APR balance transfer credit card offer increased from eight months to 11 months. Sekar expects this trend of longer 0 percent APR periods to continue. However, she points out that some balance transfer cards have fees attached, so it's important to consider those fees and weigh them against the savings on interest rates.
[Read: 8 Potential Pitfalls of Credit Cards.]
2. Creative perks. During 2013, a few credit card issuers began offering cardholders extra perks such as free Amazon Prime and TripIt Pro memberships, or credit scores included at no charge on each credit card statement. Sekar predicts that as issuers compete for market share, credit card companies will "give you something else in addition to sign-up bonuses." Also look for more partnerships between retailers and credit card issuers, such as concert or sports tickets available to holders of certain cards or special incentives for using a card at a certain retailer. "We've seen perks that credit card issuers offer on some of their partner sites, and I think we'll see more and more of that," Hardekopf says.
3. Varied rewards redemption choices. In addition to the traditional credit card rewards that are redeemable for travel, cash or gift cards, card issuers are getting more creative, a trend that will likely continue in 2014, says Curtis Arnold, founder of cardratings.com and author of "How You Can Profit from Credit Cards." "I think you'll see reward programs getting more competitive and offering out-of-the box things like experiential rewards or redemption directly through retailers like amazon.com," he adds.
[See: 10 Dangers of Mobile Banking.]
4. Mobile payment opportunities. Mobile apps that allow consumers to check their accounts on the go or pay by scanning their phone at a checkout will continue to change the payment landscape in 2014, several experts predict. "While most smartphone owners now just want to check balances, rewards and so on," Arnold says, "look for more startups – Google Wallet, Square, PayPal and others – to keep innovating to take business away from the traditional credit card issuers." Much of the move toward mobile payments is driven by consumer demand for convenience. A new product called Coin is expected to hit the consumer market next summer and will store multiple credit and debit cards on a single device to declutter wallets.
5. Chip and PIN cards. Chip and PIN cards (also called EMV which stands for its original developers: Europay, MasterCard and Visa) have been the standard in Europe since the mid-2000's and have stymied some Americans trying to use magnetic strip credit cards abroad. Instead of using a magnetic strip to contact a bank's servers for authorization, EMV cards have a tiny chip that stores information like the consumer's credit limit and card's expiration date. Although EMV cards are more secure than magnetic strip cards, only a handful of U.S. card issuers offered them until recently. Arnold predicts that will change in the coming year. "A lot of consumers have been frustrated traveling abroad," he says. "The days of the magnetic strip card are numbered. I think PIN and chip and mobile bills are really going accelerate and change the way consumers make purchases."


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It's that time of year again to dig out birth certficates and get copies of medical records for Centennial School District's kindergarten registration.
Parents can start the process on March 6 at 7 p.m. at each of the district's elementary schools. Children must be five years old by August 31, 2013 to enroll in the 2013-2014 school year.
According to the district, parents need to bring the child's original birth certificate and a separate copy, along with four proofs of residence. A lease, agreement of sale or mortgage statement is mandatory, plus three separate proofs such as a utility bill, tax bill or pay stub.
The child's immunization history is also required and need to show that the student has received the following shots:
- 4 doses of tetanus (1 dose on or after the 4th birthday, usually given as DTP, DTaP, DT or Td)
- 4 doses of diphtheria (1 dose on or after the 4th birthday, usually given as DTP, DTaP, DT or Td)
- 3 doses of polio
- 2 doses of measles (usually given as MMR)
- 2 doses of mumps (usually given as MMR)
- 1 dose of rubella (German measles, usually given as MMR)
- 3 doses of hepatitis B
- 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or history of the disease
Download the student registration form and the health history form and bring it with you to registration.
Kindergarten classes will be split into morning and afternoon sessions. The morning session begins at 8:45 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m., and the afternoon session begins at 12:45 p.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m.
If you are unsure as to which school your child will attend, call the district registrar at 215-441-6000 x 11046 for assistance. If you are unable to attend the meeting on March 6, contact the registration office after March 6 at 215-441-6000 x 11046 to arrange an appointment for registration.

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Newsroom Index | Media Relations | University Advancement | CSUDH Home
February 19, 2001
Contact: Tim Woodhull
California State University, Dominguez Hills, receives $222,000 grant to help explore the beginnings of the universe
California State University, Dominguez Hills, has received a new three-year, $222,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to help explore the mass and matter of the universe, key to understanding the very beginnings of the universe.
The money is helping
continue the ongoing project in Japan known as Super-K, which is
scanning for solar, atmospheric, and supernova neutrinos. The project includes
four nations Japan, the United States, the Republic of South Korea, and
Principal investigator for the CSU Dominguez Hills contingent is Kenneth Ganezer, professor of physics.
Were going to learn the fundamental laws of nature, Ganezer said.
How so? We want to understand the issue of mass and matter and what they are. This is beyond Einstein. Not only is it equivalent to energy via E=mc2, but where it comes from. In fact, this evidence that solar and atmospheric neutrinos tiny, electrically neutral, sub-atomic particles - have mass will change the way we view nuclear fusion, stellar evolution, and the smallest components of matter.
The importance of the experiment cannot be overstated, said Ganezer , who has toiled 15 years on Super-K and other similar projects. This experiment may ultimately help us uncover the beginnings of the universe and perhaps unveil what lies at its end. It may reveal the largest and smallest objects in the universe. And, there may never be another experiment like it that can probe such basic phenomena.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Tim Woodhull, director, Media Relations, at (310) 243-3367.


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August 2013
In addition to paying attention to the right side of the road, drivers should consider the following tips to ensure that everyone can arrive safely at their destinations:
• Be aware that some people might not be able to see your vehicle or to move quickly.• Never pass a car stopped at a crosswalk.• Stop one or two car lengths from a pedestrian crossing a street where there is no signal so that drivers behind you can see him.• Yield to oncoming cyclists when turning left at an intersection, just as you would for motorists.• Be aware of people with service animals and white canes.• Don't pull into a crosswalk when waiting to make a turn.• Be aware that loud noises can impair the navigation of people using auditory cues for street crossings.• Don't assume that a pedestrian can hear your horn. iPods and mp3 players can distract pedestrians and some may be deaf or hard of hearing.• Watch out for "hidden pedestrians" behind snow banks and other visual obstacles — especially children, people using wheelchairs and scooters.Programs, guidanceMoreover, safety is an increasingly important area on a federal level. As a result of findings and recommendations in a 1998 report by the National Transportation Safety Board, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) established the Transit Bus Safety Program, a voluntary guidance and technical assistance initiative. Among a number of resources available via the program's website (bussafety.fta.dot.gov), "Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness Excellence – A Roadmap" includes guidelines to help transit agencies incorporate successful and effective practices. Though the Transit Bus Safety Program is voluntary, FTA now has federal authority over safety in transit due to MAP-21, the transportation law passed in 2012. This increased focus will help FTA better ensure that transit agencies across the country provide services as safely as possible for riders and pedestrians.
As an FTA technical assistance center, Easter Seals Project ACTION (ESPA) has increased its focus on how transit operators can ensure they contribute to a safe pedestrian environment as well as safe traveling practices for pedestrians. Tips on how drivers and pedestrians can share the road safely, in addition to the ones listed above, may be found in ESPA's new publication, "Driver & Pedestrian Guide to Sharing the Road Safely Pocket Guide," available free of charge on ESPA's website. ESPA also offers the Accessible Transportation Technical Support project through which communities can, among a number of potential goals, work to make their streets as safe as possible for everyone regardless of ability. To order resources or find more information, visit www.projectaction.org or call 800-659-6428; (TDD) 202-347-7385.
Whitney E. Gray is a communications specialist for Easter Seals Project ACTION.
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If complaints to the Insurance Commissioner's Office about an auto, homeowner or health insurance policy do not provide a suitable solution to your issue, you may take part in a formal process called "arbitration." In arbitration, you file a formal complaint against a company, somewhat like a lawsuit, but instead of a judge and jury, the case is decided by independent experts. For cases involving home or auto insurance, the matter is decided by a three-person panel made up of an attorney and two insurance adjusters who have no interest or stake in the case. For health insurance, it is a single expert.
Arbitration is available only after several attempts to resolve the matter informally have failed and will require a $30 filing fee for home and auto cases or a $75 filing fee for health insurance matters. Arbitration is not available to contest health insurance policy denials based on medical necessity.
Attorneys wishing to be considered as arbitration panel members may submit a resume to the Department of Insurance. Please direct your communication by email to: firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Somebody update this thing for me, please, as I'm not allowed (for good reasons) to do so myself.
FROM A TO B is published, not forthcoming.
Plus, I'm no longer a regular contributor to The Washington Times or C-SPAN. Instead, I write for The Diplomat and shoot video for Voice of America.


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MANATEE -- The Manatee County Fire Chiefs' Association has raised concerns with the county regarding the ease of access in future residential communities, fearing a lag in emergency response time.
In a letter to county Commissioner Larry Bustle, the association, along with the county's public safety department, opposes the narrowing of road widths and the extension of cul de sacs beyond 800 feet. The fire chiefs also reaffirmed their view that operating a secondary entrance is crucial in residential developments larger than 100 units in size.
The concerns come, the association contends, because the county has received many requests from developers for special permission to bypass the county's land development code.
"More and more I think that we've tried to work with the development community ... and they're asking more and more frequently for permission to build outside of the code, and I think we're starting to get a little less supportive of doing those things," said Ron Koper, the county's public safety director.
According to Manatee County land development code, public roadways must
maintain a 24-foot width. Fire chiefs are against anything less.
"It's more or less a safety issue," said Chuck Edwards, president of the association and Bradenton's fire chief. "A safety concern to make sure our streets are wide enough to get our apparatus through."
Officials are also concerned that developers are proposing cul de sac lengths greater than 800 feet, the land development code limit.
"Should all or a portion of a 'dead end' street become blocked with no reasonably close alternative entrance, emergency services response times will be delayed," states the letter, dated Dec. 6.
The fire chiefs also stated that developments over 100 units in size should have a second entrance point "to allow emergency services access should the other entrance be blocked for any reason."
Edwards said he would not comment on the issue further until after fire chiefs meet with county commissioners to discuss the issues. A date and time is still to be determined.
As the county works to revamp its land development code, the chiefs composed the letter to solidify their opinions, Koper said.
"We wanted to make a statement that these things are important to us and we'd like to see those remain in the land development code as they are. We wouldn't support withdrawing those elements from (the code) because there's an operational purpose to them," he said.
Bustle said he and staff would consider all the chiefs' concerns.
"I believe there's room for negotiation ... on all issues that the chiefs mentioned," he said. "Staff is going to be looking at our policies as they stand now based on what the chief said in his letter, and they're probably going to evaluate whether we need to modify our policies."
Sabrina Rocco, East Manatee reporter, can be reached at (941) 745-7024. Follow her on Twitter @sabrinarocco.


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We suggest you upgrade newer and better browser like: Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Opera
If you believe that a wish duplicates another one or is not meant for the category, use Options button above to report a duplicate or spam.
If there is a game you wish to have on GOG.com and it's not yet on the wishlist, please add your wish
Vote #71, yep that's me. Stellar idea.
I made a dedicated thread to this: http://www.gog.com/forum/general/we_need_a_better_structured_forum – I suggested splitting into four specific forums, based on a one-day statistic.
We can argue how wide the general forum has to be split, but in my opinion the three categories suggested by Bavarian are sufficient: one for gaming related stuff like general questions (e.g. "What do you like in turn-based games?"), discussion, information lists. Then another one for giveaways (see also the wish http://www.gog.com/wishlist/site/giveaway_subforum ), which already take 30 to 50% of all topics. And the third is for all miscellaneous topics like "I'm getting married" or "Need advice on buying a printer". I don't think we need to split the last category. These three categories would already be a good progress in keeping everything clear.
Voted! Great idea. :)
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Outback Toy Store (Binkley & Hurst) is having a clearance special on a '64 Cub with under slung exhaust, deluxe seat, and fast hitch. A highly detailed model for only $25. A great deal.
This retailer also has several other Cub models for sale as well, just not at this good of a price.


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What do the star ratings mean?
The name recalls carefree open-air runabouts, extreme off-roaders, and military vehicles that valiantly helped change the course of history. So it's no wonder Jeep took the redesign of their flagship 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee seriously; after selling 4 million of the five passenger SUVs, the beleaguered American carmaker recognized the importance of building a moneymaking next-gen iteration of the boxy Grand Cherokee.
How does Jeep's latest hold the line against the SUV competition? To find out, I tested the new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee both on road and off.
First Glance: Longer, Wider, Sleeker… and Cheaper
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Jeep doesn't confuse Grand Cherokee customers with the types of buyers who settle for smaller, compromised vehicles, and their 2011 model exemplifies that attitude.
Based on the next-gen Mercedes-Benz ML chassis that boasts 146 percent greater torsional rigidity, the Grand Cherokee sits longer and wider than its predecessor, and cuts through the air with a lower coefficient of drag. Those new proportions boost interior volume, and add 4 more inches of rear seat knee room and legroom while increasing cargo capacity, as well.
Offered with a choice of two powerplants, the Cherokee can be ordered with an all-new 3.6 liter V6 Pentastar engine that produces 290 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, or a 5.7 liter V8 that pumps out 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. The V6's fuel economy measures 16/23 mpg with 2WD, while 4WD drops the highway figure to 22 mpg. The V8 achieves a less impressive 14/20 mpg with 2WD, which drops to 13/19 mpg with 4WD despite a multi-displacement system that shuts off four cylinders for gas savings. Both engine options are mated to five-speed automatic transmissions, and three 4x4 systems enable varying levels of offroad capability. Towing capacities range from 5,000 lbs for the V6 model to an impressive 7,400 lbs with the V8.
2WD trim levels include Laredo ($30,995), Limited ($37,495) and Overland ($39,495); 4x4 versions jump to $32,995, $39,995, and $42,995, respectively.
Grand Cherokee comes with a 3-year/36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, and 5-year/100,000 mile powertrain coverage.
In the Driver's Seat: A Grander Cherokee, Indeed
A more spacious interior is the primary benefit of Grand Cherokee's longer wheelbase, and its reworked proportions enable a nearly 19 percent improvement in cargo volume, for a total of 35.1 cubic feet.
But more immediately satisfying is the proliferation of soft touch surfaces throughout the otherwise generally no-nonsense cabin. An available panorama roof adds an element of airiness to Grand Cherokee's interior, and the Limited package includes a power 8-way driver seat, heated second row seats, and a Garmin-based navigation system with a built-in hard drive. The upmarket Overland version adds supple Napa leather with piping, real wood inserts, and tidbits like a power liftgate and 20" polished aluminum wheels, among other goodies.
Climb aboard Grand Cherokee, and you'll settle into a comfortable seat that's perhaps firmer than you expected, especially if you're used to the soft, cushy perches found in big American luxury cars of yesteryear. The view of the road is commanding without feeling unnaturally elevated, and the rear seats offer adequate, though not expansive amounts of legroom. The interior designers deserve kudos for the uncluttered dashboard design and sparing use of plastic trim bits; the leather-lined dash on the Overland model ups the luxury ante, without feeling too over the top or precious for daily use. Overall, the new cabin has become a more pleasant place to motor while maintaining Jeep's inherent sense of functionality.
On the Road (& in the Dirt): Quiet and Comfortable, but How About That Gearbox?
I tested two Grand Cherokee trim levels on the winding roads connecting Sausalito to Half Moon Bay. The first leg of my journey was aboard a V6-powered Overland model which started at $41,140, and stickered at $43,695 with a U-Connect equipped media center, adaptive cruise control, Offroad Adventure II package, panoramic sunroof, and Quadra Lift suspension with Selec-Terrain.
Power from the 290 horsepower V6 feels modest, but the cabin is impressively quiet and isolated from driveline vibration and noise. Perhaps to preserve fuel economy (and help achieve the V6 model's best in class cruising range claim), the 5-speed automatic transmission sometimes feels reluctant to downshift. Gear ratios also feel a bit tall, which—along with this SUV's considerable curb weight—can lend a ponderous feeling to Grand Cherokee's acceleration. However, when it's not in "Sport" mode, the air suspension's softer damping makes this Cherokee a comfortable long distance driver.
For the second leg of my journey, I chose a V8-powered Limited model with Media Center, adaptive cruise control, and panorama roof. Starting at a more modest $38,820, our tester's sticker price leapt to $43,885—just a hair more than V6 version. Though it lacked the luxurious leather-lined dash and more upscale trim, the V8's enhanced thrust offered a more satisfying drive, and drew less attention to the shortcomings of the 5-speed transmission.
An offroad interlude revealed that the Quadra-Lift's available 10.7 inches of maximum clearance helps make Grand Cherokee a surprisingly capable offroader, tackling deep ruts and steep grades with ease.
Journey's End
For the most part, the guys at Jeep have built a worthy successor to the Grand Cherokee platform, which has sold an impressive 4 million units so far.
On the positive side, the new Grand Cherokee offers a roomier and more upscale interior, and a chassis that's well suited to both long distance cruising and rugged offroading. Efficiency—at least with the V6-powered models—is enhanced, and the optional Quadra-Lift air suspension makes this SUV capable of handling everything from canyon carving sessions and all-day interstate excursions to challenging ventures into mud, dirt, and uneven terrain.
On the other hand, the Grand Cherokee's high curb weight can make it feel cumbersome on mountain roads, and that reality isn't aided by the arcane 5-speed transmission. The gearbox may shift smoothly, but in an era where smaller cars have moved on to 6-speed transmissions and some luxury cars are venturing into 7- and 8-speed setups, the Grand Cherokee's transmission does a disservice to both of its available powerplants. Jeep executives have mentioned that an 8-speed gearbox will eventually make its way into the lineup, and that won't come a moment too soon.
Jeep's 2011 Grand Cherokee steps up the value and luxury compared to its predecessor, and tech-heavy options like Uconnect, Wi-Fi, 3G cellular connectivity, and a 20 station FLO TV system for rear passengers confirm that Chrysler is hip to the changing needs of new car buyers.
The new Grand Cherokee has come a long way, but we won't see its true potential until it becomes endowed with the gearbox it deserves.


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Budget Accommodation Central America Guatemala Guatemala City Budget Hotels Mariana's Petit Hotel
It was a refreshing oasis after the craziness of our trip. We are already planning to stay there again on our next visit to Guatemala. It was everything they advertise it to be which was refreshing. Wonderful experience!!!!
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Mariana's Petit Hotel is a small family-owned and operated bed & breakfast in Guatemala, strategically located close to the International Airport La Aurora
where comfortable rooms and an attentive staff will make you feel right at home.
Our rooms are beautifully decorated and equipped with all modern comforts.
MARIANA'S PETIT HOTEL offers single, double and triple rooms at reasonable rates. All rooms are comfortably furnished and have private bathroom with hot water, Cable TV and phone, internet access, and all prices include breakfast, also, you can enjoy coffee, tea and purified water, all day long.
For business and leisure travelers alike, MARIANA'S PETIT HOTEL offers a pleasant and elegant ambiance where guests feel at home. It's a little cozy place with all the services that you need to enjoy your staying in Guatemala, sit in our rooftop terrace, is
a great place to relax and have a good time.
Charming surroundings and friendly service makes guests feel at home the moment they walk through the door. MARIANA'S PETIT HOTEL recently converted to a hotel,
is a great place for those who are looking for an inexpensive but nice hotel within a short distance of Guatemala International Airport, conveniently located
closed to the Museums Area, Arts and Crafts Market and the 'Zona Viva' the restaurant and night club District, where you can enjoy the night life of
Guatemala city. Many places of interest are nearby And the Central Park is less than 30 minutes away.
We have free transportation to and from International Airport. Just let us know your flight number and the time of your arrival and we will be right there to pick you up from the airport
Taxes are not included in the price a 22% tax will be added to your bill
cancelation policy 72 hour before arrival.
20 Calle 10-17 Z.13 Aurora II
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This is a Trusted Review. Why?
It was a refreshing oasis after the craziness of our trip. We are already planning to stay there again on our next visit to Guatemala. It was everything they advertise it to be which was refreshing. Wonderful experience!!!!
This is a Trusted Review. Why?
Don Fernando and Jeanette are great hosts. Senor Fernando came to the airport to receive us with a placard. He was extremely nice and drove us to his home late in the night. This was great since we were 4 adults and a child.
Both husband and wife took great trouble to see that we were comfortable. This couple knows how to be hospitable.
On the first night, there were some loud people talking in the street. After we brought this to the attention of Senor Fernando, the problem was immediately addressed.
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New Economy Internet Companies Embrace Red Hat Linux For Oracle 8i
Research Triangle ParkUnited States, November 28, 2000
Red Hat Linux Chosen for its Integration with Oracle Databases and Ability to Increase Operation Speeds
Red Hat, Inc. (Nasdaq:RHAT) the leader in developing, deploying and managing open source Internet infrastructure solutions, today announced that new economy companies are using Red Hat Linux Enterprise Edition for Oracle 8iTM. eDelights.com, Empower IT, Inc., Idaho Medicade, Internection, Pace Analytical Services, Inc., Really Easy Internet and StreetZebra.com all leverage Red Hat Linux Enterprise Edition for Oracle 8i to optimize performance and usability improvements for their enterprise-class database operations. For more information on what these companies and others are saying about Oracle on Red Hat Linux, please visit http://www.redhat.successes.com.
Red Hat Linux Enterprise Edition for Oracle 8i is an optimized, certified version of Red Hat's award-winning open source operating system. It includes the Red Hat Linux OS, with fully open source kernel and system-level optimizations for running I/O-intensive database applications as well as usability and installation enhancements, featuring a fully supported, certified Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Motif 2.1.
"Oracle selected Red Hat Linux because of our leadership in the industry and ability to improve enterprise-class database operations," said Paul McNamara, vice president, products & platforms of Red Hat. "As one of the first major database vendors to embrace Linux, Oracle has proven to be the database of choice. Together we deliver a solution that offers enhanced performance and usability that e-businesses require to manage their mission-critical enterprise applications."
Enterprise Edition is designed for deployment on production database servers and includes an annual system support contract, as well as annual OS maintenance and updates. Expert Red Hat support and OS Maintenance help ensure that production databases are updated and supported year-round, providing maximum reliability. Server support provides for unlimited incidents over a 12-month period, and offers resources for problem determination by both Oracle and Red Hat.
About Pricing and Availability
Red Hat Linux Enterprise Edition Optimized for Oracle 8i is available through Compaq's and Red Hat's value-added distribution channels, including Keylink/Pioneer (www.keylink.pios.com) and Hallmark/AVNet (www.hallmark.avnet.com). Available in the U.S. and internationally, the enterprise edition can be purchased through value-added distribution and can be ordered directly from www.redhat.com or call 888.REDHAT.1 or 1.919.542.0012.
About Red Hat, Inc.
Red Hat, the world's leading open source and Linux provider, is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with satellite offices spanning the globe. Red Hat is leading Linux and open source solutions into the mainstream by making high quality, low cost technology accessible. Red Hat provides operating system software along with middleware, applications and management solutions. Red Hat also offers support, training and consulting services to its customers worldwide and through top-tier partnerships. Red Hat's open source strategy offers customers a long term plan for building infrastructures that are based on and leverage open source technologies with focus on security and ease of management. Learn more: http://www.redhat.comThere is no default locale or translation available for this content.
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19-year-old Boyan Slat combines environmentalism, entrepreneurism and technology to tackle global issues of sustainability.
After diving in Greece, frustrated by coming across more plastic bags than fish, he wondered; why can't we clean this up? While still being on secondary school, he then decided to dedicate half a year of research to understand the plastic pollution and the problems associated with cleaning it up. This ultimately led to the passive clean-up concept, which he presented at TEDxDelft 2012.
Working to prove the feasibility of his concept, Boyan Slat currently gives lead to a team of about 100 people, and temporarily quit his Aerospace Engineering study to completely focus his efforts on The Ocean Cleanup.
In 2012, The Ocean Cleanup Array has been awarded Best Technical Design at the Delft University of Technology, and became second at the iSea sustainable innovation award by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment. Boyan Slat has been recognized as one of the 20 Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs Worldwide (Intel EYE50).
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The Hingham Fire Department believe a blow torch used by workers installing an air condition is what caused a fire in the attic of a Hingham home last Thursday afternoon.
Hingham Fire Captain Robert Keys said the fire broke out at 12:42 p.m. at 284 High Street and was accidentally started by the workers. The flames, which caused an estimated $150,000 in damage, left the home uninhabitable, Keys said.
Keys said firefighters were forced to pull down three quarters of the ceiling on the second floor just to get at the flames.
The blaze was extinguished in just 15 minutes but firefighters remained at the scene for over two hours to clear out smoke and inspect the rest of the home.
The workers, who were the only ones in the home when the fire started, made it out safely, Keys said. No firefighters were injured.
While firefighters were at the scene, Hingham police closed areas of the road off for over two hours. This is the first reported house fire of the year in Hingham.


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Officers from the Fairfax County Police Department's Motor Carrier Safety Section surprised truck drivers with random safety inspections in Centreville on Tuesday.
Police stopped 27 trucks on the 15100 block of Lee Highway. They found 104 violations, and took 13 trucks out of service, according to a police press release.
Police officers made out 30 out of service violations, including 20 tickets.
Officers with the Motor Carrier Safety Section generally conduct these typse of safety inspections a few times a year to make sure trucks meet all federal and local requirements.
See photos from an FCPD safety inspection.


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Just a couple days after releasing a project full of new music titled Truly Yours, J, Cole spent the early part of his Valentine's Day by releasing his new single "Power Trip."
The single featuring Miguel will rest on his sophomore album Born Sinner which is scheduled to be released later this year.
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LAKE NORMAN, N.C. -- As the weather heats up, so does Lake Norman -- and we don't mean the water temperature.
"Oh yeah, a lot of boats with a lot of people on them. And, well, it causes trouble. Some of the things you see driving along the road out there, like the girls flashing, it definitely causes trouble," said Christopher Russell, who drives Interstate 77 through Lake Norman daily.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation believes antics from boaters on the lake near the interstate are contributing to the traffic issues on I-77 in the Lake Norman area.
"That has slowed traffic down quite a bit. I've actually seen some things, where people riding with me climb over to the other side of the truck to see what they're showing," admitted Russell. "I mean, if it's there you're going to look."
The DOT is now trying to prevent drivers from getting a good look. It installed buoys around the causeway with signs that state no boats are allowed to stop or dock between that point and the interstate.
The move is part of the DOT's effort to curb rubbernecking by taking away outside distractions, like flashers on a boat or minor accidents on the road. It has also installed signs for Accident Investigation Sites at certain ramps so drivers can move minor accidents away from high traffic areas.


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NORMAN — Sam Olkinetzky died peacefully Monday, Nov. 26, 2012, in Norman. He was born in New York City on Nov. 22, 1919, to Isidor and Jennie Zuckerman Olkinetzky.
He graduated from Brooklyn College in 1942, served in the Army Air Corps from 1942 to 1945 and was stationed in England, where he participated in bombing raids over Nazi Germany during World War II.
He completed his doctoral studies at the Institute of Fine Arts, which is conducted by New York University and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, then taught art history at Oklahoma A&M (now OSU) for 10 years. He came to OU in 1957, where he was a member of the faculty of the School of Art and served as director of the OU Museum of Art until his retirement in December 1983.
During this time, he also served as fisiting professor of art and humanities at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and Langston University. He was, for many years, an appraiser for state, municipal and private collections and a senior examiner for the Accreditation Commission of the American Association of Museums. An artist, as well as a historian, his work was exhibited in such places as the Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim in New York City and may be found in many public and private collections. He was the recipient of the St. Gaudens and the Alexander Medals in New York and the Governor's Art Award in Oklahoma.
Sam was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Nathan and Reuben.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sammie Sturdevant Olkinetzky, a son, Jov Olkinetzky and his wife Reba, a daughter, Tova Olkinetzky, all of Norman; a granddaughter, Laurel Grace Olkinetzky of Anchorage, Alaska; and several nephews and nieces in the New York City and Washington, D.C., areas.


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July 28, 2014
A candidate for lieutenant governor says it is time Kentucky stop apologizing for coal. State Senator Daniel Mongiardo says Kentucky is primed to lead the nation toward energy independence.
"We need to bring coal in to the 21st century. We do not need to be spending millions and billions of dollars of American money in the Middle East to people that hate us. We need to keep that money home. We need to become energy independent. Steve and I believe Kentucky should lead our nation in energy independence and we're going to be very very pro coal," Mongiardo said.
Mongiardo says he and Steve Beshear want to develop a two thousand mile interconnecting trail system in Eastern Kentucky for ATV's, horseback riding and bike trails.
The trails will use existing coal haul and logging roads to make the region an Adventure Tourism destination.


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