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State leaders call for moratorium on CPRIT grants
Dec 19th - 3:49 pm
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Just hours after Sen. Wendy Davis announced proposed legislation to reform the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, the state's top three lawmakers are called a moratorium future grants.
In a letter to the state agency's oversight committee, Gov. Rick Perry, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Texas House Speaker Joe Straus are called on CPRIT to "fully address concerns that have been raised about its organization before any future grants are awarded."
CPRIT is currently the subject of three investigations. Most recently, the Travis County District Attorney's Public Integrity unit announced it was investigating an $11 million grant awarded to the Dallas based Peleton Theraputics. An independent audit found CPRIT awarded the grant without the required scientific review.
State leaders are now calling on the agency to cooperate with the current reviews and implement recommended changes to its practices before any more grants are awarded.
Sen. Davis calls for CPRIT reform as emergency item
Dec 19th - 1:44 pm
Posted by Sarah Grady in CPRIT
Sen. Wendy Davis announced Wednesday she intends to file legislation to reform the embattled Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Davis is calling on Gov. Rick Perry to make the legislation an emergency item for the coming session.
The state agency, which launched in 2009, is the subject of several investigations.
A September internal audit of 14 funded companies raised questions over an $11 million dollar Peloton grant. The grant was approved despite the fact Peloton was a "start-up" company without a management team. The records show a "lack of documents available for review."
Now, the State Attorney General's office and the Travis County District Attorney's Public Integrity Unit are investigating the agency. So far, the DA's office has not made any specific criminal allegations.
In an open letter to Gov. Perry, Sen. Davis asked that he add CPRIT reform to his list of legislation to be tackled first thing, in January. Those reforms include evaluating whether private donors should "be allowed to supplement the salaries of the agencies' employees, particularly where those donors have an interest in the awarding of those funds."
Davis is also proposing changes in the law to make the agency more transparent in an effort to avoid cronyism. In a separate letter to Comptroller Susan Combs, Davis requested the agency's audits be posted on the comptroller's website.


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Accounts Payable Assistant (2YR ORACLE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)
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- Location
- East London, London
- Salary
- £30000 - £31000 per annum
- Posted
- 15 Feb 2019
- Closes
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- Contact
- Tara Magwenzi
- Sector
- IT/Telecoms
- Contract type
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A global telecoms company situated in East London is currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant. The role provides a great opportunity for someone with a minimum of 2- 3 years of finance experience to get involved in a large scale and thriving organisation.
Client Details
The client is a worldwide Telecoms company located in East London that's been up and running for over 15 years. They specialise in providing networks, internet, clouds and bespoke solutions for both public and private companies.
The key responsibilities are:
Accounts Payable function:
Accounts Receivable function:
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The successful candidate will:
- 3+ years in a finance role - Accounts Payable, Receivable or Assistant (ESSENTIAL)
- 2+ years of Oracle experience (ESSENTIAL)
- Be able to use produce pivot tables via Excel (ESSENTIAL)
- Be able to commute to Canary Wharf area
- Able to work comfortably in a team of 6
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- A salary of up to £31k (DOE)
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How does StartFast Invest?
We offer $50,000 plus all of the benefits of working with StartFast and ask for 5% common stock in exchange. We will selectively lead or participate in follow-on funding rounds with check sizes ranging from $50,000 to $750,000. Deal terms vary depending on the term sheet determined by the company and lead investor.
All portfolio companies after recieving intial investment willcontinue to work with StartFast managers and select advisors to develop repeatable and scalable growth. We require companies to vist us at Syracuse, NY two times within the first year of investment for an off-site intensive retreat.
What types of companies does StartFast invest in?
We specialize in early-stage high growth tech start-ups. We are not industry specific but the most important success factors:
- A team of 2 or more full-time committed co-founders
- At least one full-time technical co-founder
- Proven market traction (~$5K in monthly revenue)
- A large addressable market
- Preference for B2B SaaS
How do you choose which companies to invest in?
Please see our first blog post on this topic. After the initial cut, we are looking for ongoing communication showing your team's ability to set targets and meet them. Big ideas without fully committed, execution-focused founders are not high on our list.
Does StartFast make follow-on investments in later rounds?
Most of our portfolio companies are likely to need additional funding beyond our first investment. After working with your team for a few months we will selectively make follow-on investments in companies raising new rounds of funding. Our typical check size is between $100,000 - $750,000 and depending on a multitude of factors we may either lead or simply follow in those fundraising rounds.
What sort of control am I giving up by granting equity to StartFast?
StartFast's initial investment is in exchange common stock. No special rights, no board seats – its your gig, so you run it.
What are your thoughts regarding single founders?
Building a high-growth startup is hard. Our preference is to work with high-performing teams that can manage the ups and downs of building a product and creating a viable business case. Try to find a co-founder who complements your strengths.
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When you look in detail at the figures you realise that following 2003/2004 there has been a dramatic drop in earnings, from which the 'industry' has never recovered fully from.
The first chart shows GVA for agriculture, forestry and fishing(constrained to headline NUTS2) at current basic prices for all regions in England.
The next chart is for all regions in Wales and again you can see there has been a steady decrease for sometime and as England the worse being after 2003/2004. However unlike England there has only been a small recovery since .
The final chart is for Scotland which had a less dramatic decline in the GVA for agriculture, forestry and fishing. The Scottish Government website says:
"In 2004, net farm incomes were lower across most sectors due to a combination of lower output prices and higher input costs. In particular cereal and potato prices for the 2004 harvest were lower than the previous year, whilst input costs such as fuel, fertilisers and agrochemicals increased. Dairy farmers saw a small increase in net farm income despite increased costs, primarily due to receipt of the dairy premium."
Data from ONS - 3:8 GVA1,2 by 6 industries (constrained to headline NUTS2) at current basic prices. And as always my usual disclaimer about comparing regions using GVA.


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text: Rockets star Harden joins Houston Dynamo ownership group Loop Sports Created : 18 July 2019 Sport Houston Rockets point guard James Harden. James Harden has joined MLS club Houston Dynamo's ownership group. The Dynamo announced on Thursday that the Houston Rockets superstar had become part of the group led by Gabriel Brener, also owners of the NWSL's Houston Dash. Harden, arguably the face of Houston sports and winner of the NBA MVP award in 2018, joins six-weight world champion Oscar De La Hoya in the group. "I'm very excited about the opportunity to join the ownership group of the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash and proud to be a part of a club with tremendous history and a great future," Harden said in a statement. "Houston is my home now, and I saw this as a way to invest in my city and expand my business interests at the same time. Soccer in general, and especially MLS, have exploded in this country throughout my lifetime. "I've been a fan of the game for several years, and I know that Houston has a massive soccer fanbase, so it was an easy decision for me when this opportunity arose." "We are thrilled to welcome James into our club. He's an icon in the Houston community, and not only is he a great basketball player, he has an extremely smart and savvy mind for business," Brener said. "James will bring a very unique perspective to our ownership group, and I'm looking forward to hearing his thoughts and opinions on the club going forward." Get the latest local and international news straight to your mobile phone for free:


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Claines C.E. primary school – Summer fete
School Summer Fete
This year we were invited by the lovely friends of Claines to attend the School Summer Fete.
The celebration always draws in a great crowd due to it being such a fantastic community school. This year did not disappoint.
This year we took along our Giant Pirate Slide, Adult Disco Castle, Gladiator Joust and Sumo Suits.
All the children had a fantastic time with some great feedback on the event on the day from parents and staff.
In conclusion, this is a great date for your diary, I cannot emphasise enough the great community feel of this school! Brilliant!


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Zerlina Maxwell made something very clear about racism. It is clear that one does not know what's in another's heart. As such one can only be judged by their actions and policies. If one supports racist policies or someone who does, it is more probative than trying to figure out their heart. So what really […]
Oops! It turns out Reagan may have been more racist than Trump.
It turns our Reagan and Nixon were likely more racist in private than Trump has shown us in public. It is not surprising but must necessarily be revealed.
The Caller said she was a racist who used the "N-Word book" to overcome her prejudice.
She gave an honest testimony on her path from being a racist to personal redemption. She had the perseverance to abandon the edicts of her upbringing.
Stripping Steve King of committee positions for racist comments not enough
Representative Steve King (R-IA) has been stripped of his committee positions in the House of Representatives thanks to his recent racist statements. He's getting off light. He should resign.
If this former homophobe could change so can a racist Trumpist
Change in this country will take more than fifty percent plus one and as such we must engage all including the racist Trumpist.
This happened when a racist listener called my show and got bested (VIDEO)
A racist listener called my Politics Done Right show attempting to disrupt it but found out that he was incapable of doing so for several reasons.
Trump Effect: White racist kicked out of coffee shop for insulting Muslim woman (VIDEO)
This video is refreshing. Real Americans came to the defense of an American Muslim woman being verbally insulted by a racist white man. This how we individually can counter those who Trump has enabled into making racism vogue. Columnist for Middle East Eye and The New Arab, host of @ChannelTheRage, and the author of "The New […]
I Was A Racist Cop: How I came to recognize my own racism, bias, and privilege
Racism persists in America for complex and varied reasons. Indifference is one of them. I have a moral compass, but it was safer for me to ignore it.
Why I give racists 2nd, 3rd, and more chances and it's about sexism
Over the years I've learned to compartmentalize everything including racists. In doing so it has allowed me to deal with it objectively without emotions.
Trump Effect: Fireman: 'Would rescue dog before n*gger from burning building' (VIDEO)
Ohio fireman's statement about rescuing a dog before a black man using the N-word shows illustrated why some distrust our public servants.


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We had another fun night of chess at LCCC.
We had tournament action to watch. We had casual games played. We had chess lessons given. We had ten players tonight to enjoy it all.
We also welcomed two new players to the LCCC club.Welcome Ryan and Steven R!
Now for a puzzle clipped from a newspaper.
It is a newspaper from Sweden.
It was from a chess article, in a newspaper, in Sweden ....from 1929!
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Fabulous exhibition: Visual Thinking Part 1 2020 – now closed Last Sunday I walked past the Ecology Pavilion in Mile End Park. It was shuttered front and back as usual. I was fully expecting toRead more
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Huge show at the Art Pavilion until 17th March 2018
In a country far, far away is the title of this cross-border group art exhibition. The exhibition on open everyday 12 – 6.30pm, and in addition there are a whole pile of workshops, concerts and events.Read more
Highlights from 2017 on the Our Bow website
Reports from the Geezers website: In January 2017 author, Kate Thompson, came to talk to the the Geezers about her local books, Secrets of the Sewing Bee and the Secrets of the Singer Girls. KateRead more
Things to do 1st to 3rd Dec 2017
1st – 10th Dec 2017 East London Printmakers Festival of Print at Mile End Art Pavilion, Clinton Road, E3 4QY. 11am – 6pm, free. Fri 1st Dec 2017 4-5pm Join the Wick Singers – a CommunityRead more
Mini-documentary film featuring the Geezers
The Geezers plus other locals talk about how pubs were important community centres. Pubs fielded football teams, ran Christmas loan clubs, and were an important part of local social life. Appropriately enough part of theRead more
Summer of Art at Mile End Art Pavilion
During August 2017, the Art Pavilion in Mile End Park is all set for creatives of all ages to try their hand at various artistic disciplines including printmaking (techniques that you can take home and develop),Read more
Traditions signs off with a Cockney Quiz
Geezer Barrie Stradling helped sign off the last day of the Traditions Art Exhibition in the Mile End Art Pavilion by running a Cockney Quiz, as part of Tradittude – a final day of eventsRead more
Traditions ends with Tradittude
The Traditions Art Exhibition at the Art Pavilion in Mile End Park ends its run with a final celebration on Sunday(19th Feb) – Tradittude, a day of events, performances and experiences, with something for everyone.Read more


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In recent years, more and more places began to use crop protection unmanned aerial vehicles to spray pesticides to control pests and diseases, UAV crop protection industry needs to be standardized, man-machine medicine to coordinate, so as to better promote agricultural development.
Since 2012, the attention of agriculture drone (uav) is rising year by year, we saw a lot of reports about the crop protection uav field experiment and field operation. This means that the spraying drone has gradually recognized and accepted by the market and into a new stage of rapid development. A drone can complete the 0.67 acres of farmland pesticide spraying task in 10 minutes , and the efficiency is 30-60 times the a person. We see the unmanned aerial vehicle (uav) saving work at the same time, saving the time and medicine is also should pay attention to the key factors. People, is to change the traditional mode of operation and medication habits, so that the specialized plant protection services organizations to spray. Machine, is to promote the use of new and efficient crop protection machinery, such as crop protection UAV. Pesticide, mainly choose pesticide from symptoms, reasonably and effectively add the spray additives, such as sedimentation agent and sustained release agent.
In general, the requirements of the plant protection operations are too high. In the case of visual flight distance, without the help of navigation equipment, the pilots must lock the flight height and fly at a constant speed, narrow space fixed-point landing, which are the basic skills of the pilot, but also are the most basic crop protection operations guarantee. From the perspective of ordinary users, our company developed the agriculture UAV which is simple operation, high degree of intelligence, very easy to learn and use, inexperienced users can manipulate through simple learning.
At present, UAV professional and technical personnel is seriously inadequate, due to improper manipulation, it often occurs civilian UAV impacting buildings, falling into the ditch and other events, Therefore, UAVs pilot should also learn some plant protection and pesticide common sense, to avoid the phytotoxicity caused by improper operation.
Only to achieve the coordinated development of man-machine-pesticide, the agriculture protection drone will play the desired goal, and achieve the purpose of faster and more secure development of agriculture, to save time and effort.


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Monthly Archives: November 2014
Final Oculus "wing" placed
In New York City, our team erecting the World Trade Center Transportation Hub's Oculus entrance hall placed the final wing-like rafter on November 25. "We're breathing a little easier now," said Superintendent Paul Orso.
In Boston, sharing knowledge among business units
On a recent Saturday, Boston's Skanska Young Professionals Group toured projects representing three business units to transfer knowledge and create awareness among different parts of our business – and what's more fun than looking at construction projects!
Don't delay in ordering from the Skanska Holiday Gift Guide
Skanska's Holiday Gift Guide is ready for orders! This year's guide includes such holiday gift staples as Skanska toy dump trucks, along with such gadgets as Bluetooth speakers and power banks. All orders must be placed by December 4th to ensure delivery by December 22.
Supporting the families after the Wake Tech accident
Following the November 13th tragic bridge collapse in North Carolina, our Carolinas/Virginia office is collecting voluntary donations to help with expenses for the family of Jose Luis Rosales-Nava, the deceased worker who leaves behind a wife and three children, and the four injured workers. Our Carolinas/Virginia team requests that all donations be in Durham, N.C., by this Friday, December 5. These donations will supplement the corporate support that Skanska is providing.
Global webinar on safely using mobile elevated work platforms
In response to a recent tragic accident in Norway, this Wednesday, December 3, at 10 am ET Skanska is holding a webinar on safely using mobile elevated work platforms. Experiences from the U.S. and the U.K. will be highlighted, and there will be a Q&A period. Click below for more information and to register.
USA Commercial Development wins major real estate awards
USA Commercial Development's Boston, Seattle and Washington, D.C., offices won major awards in November from the local chapters of NAIOP, a commercial real estate development organization.
P3s aren't just for transportation – here's how they can help with public buildings too
In the U.S., public-private partnerships have typically been used to leverage private dollars to advance transportation projects, such as our Elizabeth River Tunnels project in Virginia and I-4 Ultimate in Florida. But Europe and Canada have been using P3s to advance public building projects, and we're starting to see that broader use of P3s in the U.S. too, such as with our pursuit of the LaGuardia Airport Central Terminal Building Replacement P3 in New York City.
Remaking an engineering marvel for modern times
Our joint venture is well underway with its work to raise by 40 percent the height of the Bayonne Bridge's road deck to enable taller cargo container ships to pass below to reach the Port of New York and New Jersey. In this complex operation, the old roadway on this 83-year-old steel arch bridge is being removed as the new roadway is being assembled – all while traffic is being maintained. Click below for a video and accompanying news article.
Around the globe: Skanska JV completes $2 billion U.K. highway 36 weeks early
London's M25 is one of Europe's busiest motorways, and a Skanska joint venture just delivered a $2 billion upgrade of it 36 weeks ahead of schedule. On this public-private partnership project, a key factor leading to this achievement was the extensive use of BIM to enable early detection of design issues. Our team also achieved ambitious sustainability targets.
Global webinar on the value of BIM for clients
On November 25, our Global BIM Expert Group has invited the McGraw-Hill Construction researchers behind their recent SmartMarket report titled "The Business Value of BIM for Owners" to prevent their results exclusively to us via a webinar. The report contains findings on how building owners' interest for BIM is increasing rapidly. Click below for more information and to register.


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Tofu" (page 290) reminds me of a sweet and sour chicken dish I used to
make in my pre-vegan life. I am thrilled to finally have a dish that brings
back the old familiar flavors in a much healthier and kinder presentation. Slices
of tofu are dredged in a flavorful blend of cornstarch and spices (thyme,
marjoram, cayenne, paprika, and allspice) and browned in skillet. Bell pepper,
green onions, and jalapeño are sautéed until tender, then simmered with
tomatoes, pineapple chunks and lime juice. This luscious vegetable mixture
is then spooned over the prepared tofu and garnished with fresh parsley. I
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Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has somewhat surprisingly revealed Jose Mourinho made his players 'humble' at half time against Watford.
This is despite a fairly convincing first half performance that saw the Red Devils go in 2-0 up at the break against one of the most in-form teams in the Premier League.
MORE: 'Alexis Sanchez is finished' – Manchester United's marquee signing slammed after another anonymous display vs Watford
In case you'd forgotten, this was Watford's first defeat of the season following four straight wins from their first four games.
United, meanwhile, are already playing catch-up to some extent after two defeats to Brighton and Tottenham, so certainly couldn't take today's match at Vicarage Road for granted.
However, they started well and had a comfortable-looking lead at half time, though Lukaku says Mourinho's reaction wasn't actually that positive.
'The manager said to us we were playing well but not great, he made us humble at half time,' Lukaku told BT Sport during their post-match coverage.
'We ground the result out, that's what we need to do, to catch the teams above us. Credit to Watford. We were too sloppy but it's another win and we have to keep going.'
The Portuguese may have had a point as Watford came back strongly in the second period, pulling one back and being unlucky not to equalise but for this incredible David de Gea save.


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Teaching "Computer Networks" for Fifth semester and "Programming the Web" for Seventh semester
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Wireless Adhoc Network Security
1. "Improving packet delivery ratio in TCP using New Reno scheme", International Journal of Electronics Communications and Computer Engineering, vol 3,Issue 1, ISSN: 2249-071x(Impact Factor: 1.09)
2. "A novel algorithm for document search in unstructured overlay Networks", International Journal of Advanced and Innovative Research, vol 5,Issue 4, ISSN: 2278-7844(Impact Factor: 0.349)
3. "A survey of the applications related with cluster analysis", International Journal of Computer Information Systems, vol 8, ISSN: 229-5208(Impact Factor:0. 528)
4. "Optimum relay selection for Energy Efficient Cooperative Adhoc Networks", International Journal of Engineering Associates, vol 3,Issue 10, ISSN: 2320-0804(Impact Factor: 0.23)
5. "Improving the efficiency of each B.PAC influencers on AFB", International Journal of Engineering Associates, vol 3,Issue 11, ISSN: 2320-0804(Impact Factor: 0.23)


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how do you pronounce kneazle?
- Neez-le.
- Stephen Fry pronounces it Ke-neezle, the same as he says ke-nut, both with a very short "ke" sound. ... Try saying "Know" phonetically, it's like that. That's how he says it at least. Lord Loss, Stamper of Gnomes 10:42, August 22, 2013 (UTC)
Wait, if you need a license to own a Half-Kneazle, then can we assume that Hermione has a license?
You only need a license if the kneazle is pure-bred.126.96.36.199 19:27, May 14, 2012 (UTC)
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Human speech
Mrs Figg "stations" Mr Tibbles under a car, and Sirius seems to be able to speak to Crookshanks to give him directions to get the password to Gryffindor Tower ... is it possible Kneazles, or at least half-Kneazles, understand human speech? This, at least, is what the Lexicon makes of it, and it makes sense to me. --Hunnie Bunn (talk) 15:59, December 1, 2013 (UTC)
- I would say it is more likely that Half-Kneazles are simply more intelligent than ordinary cats, and thus easier for Animagi to communicate with when in animal form. It is possible they understand a wider range of human speach than a non-kneazle cat would, but I doubt very much it would be as simple as walking up to Crookshanks (while in human form) and saying "Hey, would you find me the passwords to Gryffindor Tower?" For one thing, Crookshanks can't speak in the human language, so some form of common communication between the two species would be necessary. Hence why I think there is a type of language common to all forms of non-human sentient mammals. I specify mammals, as Sentient Reptiles and Snakes in general would probably fall under Parseltongue. Which begs the question... would a Snake Animagus have been able to open the Chamber of Secrets??? Either way, what I want to know, is did Mrs. Norris have Kneazle-blood? Because that cat sure acted way too sentient to be just a common house-cat. Also, what would a Pure-Blood Witch or Wizard make of the Chesshire Cat? Cledwin83 (talk) 11:59, February 7, 2014 (UTC)
- But then there's Mrs Figg talking to Tibbles. Normal cats don't understand human speech at all. Mrs Norris was indeed just a normal everyday cat, albeit a smart one (as specified on Rowling's site). She had no Kneazle blood. Your theory about common languages kind of makes sense but since Sirius didn't know Crookshanks's name, I dunno. --Hunnie Bunn (talk) 17:47, August 8, 2014 (UTC)


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Future Melbourne Airport needs to include regional cities
CONNECTING Melbourne Airport directly to regional cities must be a priority of any future rail link says the Rail Future Institute.
The Federal Government yesterday announced it would provide $5 billion in the upcoming budget for a long mooted link to be built.
It has asked the State Government to also contribute $5 billion to the project, proposing four options which closely follow those outlined in a 2013 report compiled by Public Transport Victoria.
One of the options includes a link to Sunshine which, according to the institute, would open up the airport to regional cities.
"It's very critical that the selected route is via Sunshine," Secretary Bill Russell said.
"It's not enough for the link to be for Melbourne, it needs to be for the whole of Victoria."
Mr Russell said the Rail Futures Institute would like to see the line continue north of the airport to Clarkefield which would open up the route to Bendigo and also to Wallen which would allow a connection to Albury-Wodonga.
The other three options on the table include a route through Maribyrnong, one through Craigieburn and another direct tunnel route.
Chair of the Connectivity Group from the Committee of Ballarat Nick Beale said an airport link through Sunshine would enable that region to become a major transport hub which would provide for more services to regional areas.
"Rail Futures have presented its idea and we support it 100 per cent," he said.
The route encompassing Sunshine is also the preferred option of the State Government as it would be cheaper to construct and could utilise existing lines.
Victorian Transport Minister Jacinta Allen said the State Government's own plan provides a connection for regional Victorians to be able to access the airport.
"It is concerning to see this morning that the Prime Minister spent a lot of time talking about Melbourne and the benefits to Melbourne about an airport rail link," Ms Allen said.
"We want to make sure an investment in an airport rail link also maximises the investment and opportunity to improve the rail link into regional Victoria and that is a matter we will talk to the Commonwealth about."
While Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has said he had no personal route preference, it is believed the Federal Government would prefer a route through the former Maribyrnong Defence Site which it is trying to sell for development.


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That the United States and Great Britain orchestrated the overthrow of Iran�s democratically elected prime minister in 1953 is well known, but it wasn�t until last week�s 60th anniversary that the CIA openly acknowledged its role in planning and executing the coup. The new level of candor should lead to a new level of reflection about the price of such over-reaches of power. Costly reverberations from the coup continue.
The British hatched the idea of a coup, but continue to maintain secrecy about their role. The immediate motive was oil: Iran�s new prime minister, Mohammad Mossadegh, had nationalized the Anglo-Iranian Oil Co., now known as BP, after the British had refused to negotiate new terms. President Harry Truman initially resisted the British suggestion that Mossadegh be deposed, but in 1953 the new Eisenhower administration was more receptive.
U.S. oil companies had no role in Iran, and indeed saw their Saudi and Kuwaiti operations become more profitable when Britain embargoed Iranian oil exports in retaliation against Mossadegh�s nationalization. But Prime Minister Winston Churchill called in the debt that the United States owed Great Britain for its valuable assistance in the Korean War. In addition, at the height of the Cold War the American government was prone to see Mossadegh�s nationalism as a mask for Soviet influence, and agreed to take the lead in the coup.
The CIA waged a campaign of bribery, propaganda and hired thuggery against Mossadegh, aided by Iran�s internal divisions. A key to the plan was securing the cooperation of Shah Reza Pahlavi, with whom Mossadegh had clashed over the extent of the monarchy�s power. A pretext for arresting Mossadegh was found, he was sentenced to prison and died in 1967 under house arrest. The shah became Iran�s absolute ruler. BP, along with American, Dutch and French companies, were invited to participate in what became a decades-long Iranian oil boom.
During the early years of that boom the CIA operation in Iran looked like a success � so much so that it smoothed the way for similar covert interventions against governments in Guatemala, Congo and elsewhere. But resistance to the shah and his increasingly despotic rule grew, and resentment of the United States, which supplied military hardware and trained the regime�s brutal secret police, grew with it.
The eventual results were the revolution of 1979, the seizure of American hostages in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran and the formation of the Islamic Republic of Iran under Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
The CIA�s role in the coup of 1953 � no secret to Iranians, despite the absence until now of direct acknowledgement by the United States � continues to poison Iranian-American relations. A conviction that the United States pursues a policy of narrow and anti-democratic self-interest in Iran helps explain three and a half decades of hostile rhetoric from Tehran. And beyond rhetoric, suspicion of U.S. motives underlies such policies as a stubborn resistance to American calls for changes in Iran�s nuclear program.
Sixty years on, the United States would welcome a leader such as Mossadegh in Iran or any country of the Middle East � an elected, secular-minded nationalist opposed to absolute monarchy, communism and Islamism. His overthrow fed extremism in Iran and throughout the region. History would have unfolded differently if the United States had shown greater confidence in the power of its own ideals in 1953 and respected Iranians� right to manage their own affairs. As for Great Britain, its oil-driven foreign policy proved short-sighted and counterproductive.
It�s a lesson Americans should take to heart, even at this late date.


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I showed a whole bunch of photographs of airplanes the other day, but while the airplanes were flying overhead, I was also looking around for photographs of spectators watching the airshow. I got a couple of photographs of several people with their arms extended in the air over their heads. You know this is because of the airshow, but for someone who doesn't know better, the picture can seem puzzling. I really love the subtle tonalities of this image in black & white.
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Hulu has struck a new licensing agreement with Disney-ABC Television Group for unique subscription VOD rights that makes the complete libraries of Boy Meets World and House Enchancment obtainable on a streaming service for the primary time. When you're clever with the way you paint the door, it can additionally seem like a secret room. It's perfect for children, however most adults would love somewhat nook to hide away in from time to time, are you considered one of them?. Part of the reason why the pot episode was significantly less Anvilicious is due to Tim Allen's actual-life substance abuse issues. The writers had been very careful with this or similar episodes so as to not seem hypocritical in having Tim Taylor flat out condemning the kind of conduct that Tim Allen had accomplished in actual-life. They actually aborted doing a very special episode on DUIs because Allen had, on the time, gotten a DUI and so they didn't want to seem hypocritical.
Vitriolic Finest Buds : Tim and Al. They do not appear to get along too effectively but underneath the surface it's clear that Tim genuinely appreciates Al's help and Al is aware of he would be a lot more lonely and have fewer friends if Tim wasn't round. In one episode Al blows up at Tim for always making fun of him and Tim explains that's how he treats his associates ("And while you tease me for wearing flannel?" "I say that because you look ridiculous."). And while never acknowledged out loud, they bonded a bit of bit since they each misplaced their fathers at a younger age.
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The curriculum provided in the programs is divided into simpler parts in order that it's straightforward for the students to grasp. Each can study at their pace and does not must rush simply to get carried out with it. One can take their own time to go over the lectures over and over again till they've a total grasp on it. The situation of your front door contributes rather a lot to the first impression individuals have of your property. If you are seeking to improve your house's curb enchantment a fast coat of paint will be added and really inexpensive for those who do it yourself. Here are some of my favourite front doorways and tutorials on methods to paint your front door.
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Some of my happiest moments were when I lived alone in a 1970s house built into the mountainside of a town whose history first included Ute Indians and then settlers from New York City, Boston and England who fashioned the town into a place of health and restoration for the elite among them with families suffering from tuberculosis. I was so happy with my little place with its winding stone stairway, covered porch and the ability to decorate on my own terms, with my cats and a new love in my life who occasioned to stop by. Every crevice of the covered porch covered by twisted branches that looked like snakes or birds, feathers and beautiful rocks from every geologic time period that we could find. Or maybe we just liked the sparkle of the pyrite, quartz and fool's gold?
Along with the constant companion of the mountains my life has always held another element that caused its own shadow over my life: pain. It would take leaving my little place in the mountain time and moving deep into the heart of the mountains for me to experience some of the worst pain of my life: Interstitial Cystitis. Instead of a place of beauty and solitude I felt betrayed by mountains as if the sentries formed from platelets pushed from the core of the earth was somehow responsible for the sheer pain inside the core of my being. As the IC began to infiltrate and take away food, wine, love and outdoor activity I withdrew into myself and resented the loss of my former self.
It was when I began to heal my body in spirit, body and mind that I began to feel the urge to hike and enjoy being outside once again that the mountains began to heal me further. The crisp mountain air filled with the scent of heated pine needles, sage and lichen soothed my soul when nothing else could. The crunch of the gravel beneath my hiking shoes became the sound of my liberty from the pain. I am too small to move the mountains but the mountains will always have the ability to move me.


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RAJESWARI INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED was originally started as a partnership firm, under the name and style of "M/s. RAJESWARI GRAPHICS" with its principal place of business inMadras. For the sake of smooth working, better and efficient management, improvement and advancement of business, the said firm was converted into a Company and incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956 as Rajeswari Graphics Limited on19th April, 1993.
In the year 2009, the company saw great potential in infrastructure development and started to explore oppurtunities in the field, in order to do so, the board of directors proposed to rechristen the name of the company to "Rajeswari Infrastructure Limited" and immediately took necessary steps to obtain the approvals. Hence the name change came into effect from 29.10.2009.The name change had been properly notified to the Stock Exchanges of Mumbai and Chennai, in which the shares of the Company are listed and acknowledgments to this effect had also been received from the respective Stock Exchanges.


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Here's a grim statistic for you. In 2017, the Coast Guard's annual report revealed that there were 658 deaths due to recreational boating accidents. Of these deaths, 76% drowned and 84% were not wearing life jackets. Inflatable life jackets, also known as personal flotation devices have been around for years.
Indeed, the first ever life jacket on record dates back to 1805. They were quite primitive at the time with cotton jerseys that had wooden blocks sewn to them. British sailors were known to wear these at the Battle of Trafalgar. They might have provided a certain level of buoyancy but they were almost definitely uncomfortable. 50 years later, Britain's Royal National Lifeboat Institution began to use a type of vest with corks. These can be seen in photographs of people who survived the Titanic. Let's look at some more interesting facts about inflatable life jackets.
The First Inflatable Life Jacket
This was developed in the 1930s by the US Navy. They realised it was important to have a life preserver that was compact. The inflatable life jacket was the perfect solution. The vest had a large air bladder that would lie flat against the chest. After being inflated, the bladder would increase to roughly the size of a little dog. The device was able to ensure that the person wearing it remained face up in the water. After the success seen with this device, the Army Air Corps and Marines quickly began to use them as well.
The device was actually nicknamed Mae West. Once inflated, it gave the user an aesthetic not unlike a rather prominent Hollywood actress.
Inflatable Life Jackets Were Fashionable
It's true, there was a time when wearing an inflatable life jacket was seen as a rather trendy fashion statement. They were worn by water skiers throughout the 1970s in America. You can still see them in old movies today. They were attractive because of their bright colorful designs and of course, the fact that they were completely affordable. The foam was shiny and glossy, ensuring that they made a statement when you were gliding through the water.
The Operations Of An Inflatable Life Jacket
You might be wondering how the life jacket you wear works. Well, most inflatable life jackets these days are self-inflating. This means that the device has a triggering mechanism and that could be a hydrostatic activator. This is linked to a CO2 cartridge which is built into the device. The CO2 cartridge means the jacket will automatically inflate once it hits the water. The best thing about this is that you don't have to be conscious of the life jacket to save you. If you hit your head jumping over the side of a boat or the waves knock you unconscious, the life jacket will bring you to the surface facing upwards. Everything could go wrong, but as long as you're wearing your life jacket, you could still survive.
They're Super Light And Affordable
The life jackets that are available to purchase today are completely affordable and lightweight. In fact, many people forget they are even wearing one. That's important because it means that you can wear your life jacket all the time and never feel like it's weighing you down or impacting your level of mobility. Instead, you'll only really notice you're wearing a life jacket and then you'll be glad it's there. There are all different types and styles of life jackets but inflatables are generally considered to be the best. These provide you the maximum level of buoyancy and are the type favored by professionals in the coast guard.
How Many Do You Need?
According to the Coast Guard each craft must have a certain number of life jackets on board at all times. It is required that children thirteen years and younger wear a life jacket unless they are below deck. There needs to be a life jacket for every person on board the boat. It doesn't matter what type of life jacket you have as long as it is fully approved. You should always make sure that you adhere to standards and regulations when kitting out your boat with the right safety devices. This isn't just about making sure that you are operating on the waters legally. It could ultimately save your life and everyone on board.
We hope this sheds a little more light on inflatable life jackets, why they're important and what you need to know. If you ever run into trouble, you'll be glad you're wearing yours.


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What happened to JADA'S FANFICTION COVE? Don't worry, it's still here. However the webmistress will no longer be able to update due to 'real life' syndrome. Be sure to visit the links inside and read the fanfics by extremly talented artists!
If you were interested in having me post your fic on my site, I'm afraid I don't have the time. Don't let that stop you from sharing your talent on the web, though. Maybe you'll start your very own webpage!=)
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A court in Kamphaeng Phet has dismissed royal defamation charges against two suspects accused of making false claims about Princess Sirindhorn in an alleged scam. The verdict, however, does not rule whether the princess is protected under the lèse majesté law.
On 22 February 2018, the Kamphaeng Phet Provincial Court found Atsadaphon and Noppharit (surnames withheld due to privacy concerns) not guilty of violating Article 112 of the Criminal Code, the lèse majesté law, citing weak evidence.
The two were accused of falsely claiming to have a close connection with Princess Sirindhorn as part of an alleged fraud. According to the authorities, the suspects had forged documents from Princess Sirindhorn's Secretariat Office promising the Princess' presence at religious events at Wat Sai Ngam Buddhist Monastery in Kamphaeng Phet Province, provided the temple paid them 100,000 baht.
Noppharit was also additionally accused of falsely claiming to be a "Mom Luang", a great-great-grandchild of a Thai king.
The police arrested four individuals in late August 2015 and charged them with lèse majesté, falsifying public documents, fraud, and impersonating officers from the Bureau of the Royal Household. The two other suspects have already pleaded guilty and received three years and eight months in prison.
The court gave the suspects the benefit of the doubt, ruling that the evidence failed to prove that they had actually made the false claims, but did not rule whether the Princess is an "heir apparent" to the throne, a position which is protected under the royal defamation law.
Article 112 states "Whoever defames, insults or threatens the King, the Queen, the Heir Apparent or the Regent, shall be punished with imprisonment of three to fifteen years."
Sirindhorn's official title in Thai before King Vajiralongkorn ascended to the throne included "Crown Princess." This has led to a dispute as to whether she was considered an heir apparent of the Thai monarch.
According to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR), the "Record of prosecutions of royal defamation under Article 112 and criminal defamation under Article 326 of the Penal Code" published by the Office of the Council of State (OCS) states that the Princess is not protected under the lèse majesté law. But when the defence lawyer requested access to the document, the OCS refused, saying that publication could damage the monarchy.
The document was accessible on the OCS website until at least June 2017 after the lawyer made the request.
In August 2017, the lawyer made a second attempt by asking the court to order the OCS to allow access to the document. The court rejected the request, stating that it could rule on the case regardless of the OCS document. The lawyer appealed the court's decision in September 2017. The court rejected the request, reasoning that the OCS does not have authority over the report.


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The fleeing pastor of Joy Celestial Church, Ajibawo, Atan-Ota town of Ogun State, Francis Taiwo, who chained his 9-year-old son for weeks, has been apprehended.
Confirming his arrest, the Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Police Command, Muyiwa Adejobi, said that the suspect was arrested on Sunday, with the assistance of his church members.
Taiwo is accused of applying shackles on his son, Taiwo Korede, for close to a month, as punishment for allegedly stealing.
The lad was rescued on Friday by the police and officials of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC.
Premium Times learnt that the victim's stepmother had earlier been arrested by the police who announced that the malnourished boy will be handed to the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare for further rehabilitation.
Meanwhile, the police spokesman disclosed that Francis Taiwo will be charged to court as soon as investigations are completed.


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You want to know who to vote for?
Watch this video.
This short video explains it very well.
Did you like the Bush years? The huge tax cuts for the wealthy, the wars, in general the gross stupidity and lack of adults in the room, then vote for republicans.
On the other hand if you like to have people who actually think about the results of their actions and at least try to be adults, who at least attempt to represent you and your needs, vote democratic.
Look around and see in how many of your local races does the republican candidate not state his/her affiliation. Even they are ashamed of the republican party. They are still part of it, they just don't want to be branded that way. They know that anyone who thinks about the issues won't vote for them.
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England Women set for training camp in Doha
DOHA: England women's football squad is set to launch their training camp in Doha from Monday.
Coached by former England and Manchester United star Phil Neville, the English squad will be training at Aspire Academy until January 21, Qatar Football Association (QFA) announced on Sunday.
England are conducting the training camp in preparation for this year's FIFA Women's World Cup to be held in France.
One of 24 teams in the tournament, England have been paired with Japan, Scotland and Argentina. Fourth-ranked England are one of the favourites for the World Cup title.
The English squad's visit to Doha is part of the arrangement between QFA and the English Football Association (FA) last year in February.
Details released last week showed 28 players will be part of the squad in Doha.
England have won the FIFA World Cup four times and reached the quarterfinals on three occasions (1995, 2007 and 2011). They also reached the Europe Women's Championship in 1984 and 2009. In the last edition, England finished third in Canada.
Doha remains one of the most popular destinations for visiting clubs and nationals team for training purposes.
With Aspire Academy providing for state-of-the-art facilities, around 10 different European clubs will be seen in action during this month. French giants PSG arrive in Doha on Sunday with KAS Eupen, Bayern Munich and PSV Eindhoven have already landed in the Qatari capital.


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We worked Alex and Walker early am and then loaded the horses and were on the road from Del Mar to Thermal before 9. About 2 1/2 hours later we arrived at the show grounds in Thermal. Amazing facilities, lots and lots of jumpers!
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Minor Ailments
Every year, millions of us visit our GP with minor health problems that can be easily resolved without a doctor's appointment.
It is estimated that every year, 50 million visits to the GP are made for minor ailments such as coughs and colds, mild eczema, and athlete's foot. By visiting your pharmacy instead, you could save yourself time and trouble.
Keeping a well stocked medicine cabinet at home can help you treat many minor ailments. Colds, coughs, indigestion and many other minor complaints can all be treated with medicines that are available over the counter.
Your pharmacist can advise on what you might find useful to keep in your medicine cabinet. Always follow the instructions on the medicine label and consult your doctor if the illness continues or becomes more severe.
Your Local Pharmacist
Pharmacists offer professional free health advice at any time – you don't need an appointment. From coughs and colds to aches and pains, they can give you expert help on everyday illnesses. They can answer questions about prescribed and over-the-counter medicines. Your local Pharmacist can also advise on healthy eating.
Pharmacists can also advise on health eating, obesity and giving up smoking. Some pharmacists have private areas where you can talk in confidence. They may suggest you visit your GP for more serious symptoms. It is possible to purchase many medicines from the chemist without a prescription.
NHS Walk-In Centres
NHS Walk-In Centres offer convenient access to a range of NHS services. You can receive treatment for many ailments including:
Infection and rashes
Fractures and lacerations
Emergency contraception and advice
Stomach upsets
Cuts and bruises
Burns and strains
NHS Walk In Centres treat around 3m patients a year and have proved to be a successful complementary service to traditional GP and A&E services. Some centres offer access to doctors as well as nurses. However, they are not designed for treating long-term conditions or immediately life-threatening problems.
Accident & Emergency (A&E)
Major A&E departments assess and treat patients who have serious injuries or illnesses. Generally, you should visit A&E or call 999 for emergencies, such as:
Loss of consciousness
Pain that is not relieved by simple analgesia
Acute confused state
Persistent, severe chest pain
Breathing difficulties
If you're injured or seriously ill, you should go, or be taken, to A&E. If an ambulance is needed you can call 999, the emergency phone number in the UK. You can also dial 112, which is the equivalent for the European Union.
Major A&E departments offer access 365 days a year and usually open 24 hours a day. Be aware that not all hospitals have an A&E department.
The NHS website contains lots of useful information, tips and advice on living with chronic pain.
Help from your GP and use of NHS services dedicated to pain management can help make sufferers more independant, reduce the severity of pain and assist in day to day with coping with what can be a debilitating condition.
Complex regional pain syndrome
British Pain Society: pain clinics
Acute diarrhoea is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection and affects almost everyone from time to time. A common cause in both children and adults is gastroenteritis, an infection of the bowel.
Bouts of diarrhoea in adults may also be brought on by anxiety or drinking too much coffee or alcohol. Diarrhoea may also be a side effect of a medication
NHS Choices Symptoms, causes, treatment and information.
BBC Health Causes, prevention and treatment from BBC Health.
Macmillan Cancer Support Diarrhoea as a result of cancer treatments.
First Aid – MP3 Downloads
To save them on your computer, right-click on any of the links below and then click 'Save Target As…" . Click on any of the links below to play the audio files:
Burns – Explains the immediate treatment for burns and scalds.
Fits – How to deal with fits (convulsions/seizures) in adults and young children.
Wounds – Immediate actions for wounds, bleeding, and bleeding associated with fractures.
Unconscious patient who is breathing – How to deal with an unrousable patient who IS breathing (includes recovery position).
CPR for adults – Adults who have collapsed, unrousable and NOT breathing.
CPR for babies – Babies who are unrousable and NOT breathing.
Collapsed patient in detail – Explains the complete scenario including checks for breathing, circulation, etc.
These files have been prepared by South East Coast Ambulance Service and comply with European Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
Other Links
British Red Cross – First Aid Tips Simple, straightforward and easy to understand first aid tips
BBC Health – First Aid This site has information about how to react to common injuries and emergencies.
St Johns Ambulance St John Ambulance believes that everyone should learn at least the basic first aid techniques.
A cold is a mild viral infection of the nose, throat, sinuses and upper airways. It can cause nasal stuffiness, a runny nose, sneezing, a sore throat and a cough. Usually it's a self-limiting infection – this means it gets better by itself without the need for treatment.
On average, adults have two to five colds each year and school-age children can have up to eight colds a year. Adults who come into contact with children tend to get more colds. This is because children usually carry more of the virus, for longer.
In the UK, you're more likely to get a cold during the winter months although the reasons why aren't fully understood at present.
Treatment of a cold
For most people, a cold will get better on its own within a week of the symptoms starting without any specific treatment. However, there are treatments that can help to ease your symptoms and make you feel more comfortable. These are available from your pharmacy, which means that you can treat yourself, rather than needing to see your GP.
There is no cure for colds. Antibiotics, which treat infections caused by bacteria, don't work on cold viruses.
There are a number of self-help measures that may help to ease the symptoms of a cold:
Drinking enough fluids to prevent dehydration. Steam inhalations with menthol, salt water nasal sprays or drops may be helpful. Vapour rubs may help relieve symptoms for children. Hot drinks (particularly with lemon), hot soups and spicy foods can help to ease irritation and pain in your throat. Sucking sweets or lozenges which contain menthol or eucalyptus may sooth your throat. Gargling with salt water may help a sore throat.
You should try to make sure you get enough rest if you have a cold. It's not usually necessary to stay off work or school.
Colds & Flu A factsheet on the causes, symptoms, treatment & prevention of colds and the flu.
NHS Choices – is it the common cold or the flu? Colds and flu can share some of the same symptoms (sneezing, coughing, sore throat) but are caused by different viruses, and flu can be much more serious.
Factsheet – Common Cold Information about the diagnosis, treatment and symptoms of the common cold.
These links all come from trusted resources but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.


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True Africa showcases the best and worst of what orphans in Sub-Saharan Africa live with everyday. Is there poverty? Yes. But there is also beauty, dignity, a generosity of hospitality, and joy. Extreme poverty is an assault on human dignity, but at the end of the day it is no match for the human soul. Dignity can be obscured, beaten down, and dressed in tatters, but its essence remains. If you are perceptive, you will see it. Professional photographer David Sacks is a master at drawing out these qualities in his subjects. He shows that people—both children and adults—are not defined by the outer shell of their adversity. So put aside all your preconceived notions about the calamities Africa may or may not be facing and enjoy this photographic journey into the beautiful and joyful people who live there.
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UC, Xavier climb in latest AP men's poll
Both schools win tournaments over weekend
Kentucky, Maryland and Michigan State held the top three spots in The Associated Press' men's college basketball poll, but there were plenty of changes at the bottom of the Top 25.
The Wildcats (6-0) received 59 first-place votes from the 65-member national media panel Monday to stay No. 1 for a second straight week. Maryland (6-0) remained second with four first-place votes and No. 3 Michigan State (7-0) had the other two No. 1 votes.
Kansas and Iowa State switched places at fourth and fifth. They were followed by Oklahoma, Duke, Villanova, North Carolina and Virginia.
Cincinnati jumped to No. 17 and Xavier climbed to No. 18 in the poll. UC won the Barclays Center Classic on Saturday, while the Musketeers won the AdvoCare Invitational.
Both teams are 7-0. The teams play each other on Dec. 12 in the Crosstown Shootout.
No. 14 Syracuse was the highest newcomer, with West Virginia at 20th and Providence, Louisville and Baylor filling the last three spots.
Indiana, California, Notre Dame, Connecticut, Wichita State and LSU fell from the rankings.


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text: GROHE is pushing the boundaries In Lindesnes, at the southernmost point of the Norwegian coastline, a 34-meter long monolithic form is half-sunken in the sea, with the bathrooms installed by GROHE. The building, which is reminiscent of a periscope, is Europe's first underwater restaurant "Under". At "Under", guests can dine five meters below the water surface with a panoramic view… Read More > 25 October 2019 Restaurant Bathroom Project


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Yesterday, we looked at a report by Nielsen that seemed to show that the PlayStation 3 saw more popularity with an older crowd, and the Xbox 360 was a success with consumers under the age of 26. Then it was pointed out that there was a second graph seemingly showing the 360 and PS3 information transposed, and there was some question about which graph had the correct data. Since we ran the graph from Nielsen's site, using the original source, we assumed that was the most accurate information. It now turns out that Nielsen did get its own data wrong.
"Nielsen contacted IGN today to tell us the numbers for the older demographic should have been switched, meaning the 360 is getting the most use across all ages," IGN wrote, running a correction of its own.
It now looks like even older gamers use the Xbox 360 for more sessions per day, and for more days per month, with only slightly less time in the average session. I hope this is only a bump in the console flamewar already in progress, and I apologize for the error. It seems weird that a third party was given the correct information while the primary source was incorrect, but stranger things have happened.


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Ko'th was a Klingon belief in the afterlife that can be compared to limbo. It was a state of non-being inbetween Gre'thor and Sto-vo-kor where the damned would remain.
To escape from Ko'th, one must commit an act of vengeance. A rightful act will lead the deceased to Sto-vo-kor while a wrongful act of vengeance will lead the damned to Gre'thor. It was said that even Gre'thor was more preferable to a life in eternity in Ko'th. (DS9 - Millennium novel: Inferno)
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January 25, 2019
Sword Fighting Club, the only club at Westside that allows somebody to swing a sword at a class mate and suffer no consequences. Sword fighting isn't role play or larping, it's a club based on how to engage in combat, it teaches team work and coordination. Larping is live action Roleplaying, it's an activity where people of all ages dress up as their favorite fantacy charater and engage in many forms of combat. They play games such as capture the flag, 1 on 1, capture the king, and group battles. There are on average 7-10 people at club meetings every week. The clubs sponsor is Mrs. Muntain, one of Westside's math teachers, who was given the opportunity to start a club so she jumped at the chance to create the Sword Fighting club. She has past experience in "Dagger" There's been no club or student-based issues within the club. In the future the club plans on going on field trips to day battles with larger groups of fighters, they'd engage in large scale battles that include tons of people. Mrs. Muntain feels that her club is unique and has great potential for growth over the years, gaining popularity and members.


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In 20 years, I am sure Jason Tengco's career will be making large waves in periodicals across the country. The UCLA political science major has interned for a US Congressman, worked at the White House twice–first as an intern, then for four years as an Obama-appointed Deputy Director to the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. He was part of Hillary's campaign team. And, for nearly 2 and a half years, he has served as the Executive Director for the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA).
I began intersecting with NaFFAA during my campaign and found that it is one of the few Filipino-focused organizations with reach that extends inside the White House. Through education and leadership forums, it is attempting to increase Fil-am involvement in the political process here in the United States. With US voter registration and voter participation still low, NaFFAA has its work cut out for it. It also has a program targeting young Filipinos.
Tengco is known for elevating the professionalism of the organization to what it is today and has served as the first professional Executive Director. A search is now underway for his successor. If anyone is interested, please refer to this link: naffaa.org/jobs. The organization is looking for an individual with 5-10 years of non-profit or related work.
If you have read this far, you may also be interested in a Civic Leadership Forum taking place at the end of this month in San Diego from 2pm to 7pm on March 30th. The event is free. Sign up on Eventbrite by searching under San Diego Civic Leadership Forum. In attendance will be California political leaders from the State Senate and Assembly, local office holders, members of NaFFAA, and the Executive Director of Civic Leadership USA.
As Jason will be back in his native California to pursue graduate work at UC Berkeley, I can't shake the feeling that we are looking at a future viable leader. As part of the Obama White House, he hails from the favored side of the aisle. As an active Fil-Am leader, he could represent the interests of CD-14 with credibility. It's not a stretch….
One final story. When I was visiting Washington DC, during the last DC visit of my campaign, I attended an evening event hosted by NaFFAA. Several of the Fil-Am Congressional Candidates were there including Gina Ortiz-Jones and Dr. Z from Florida. I was the only Republican nominee. And, of course, ABS-CBN was covering the event and focusing its coverage on the Democrats. Jason located me in the room and took me to the reporters. On our way there, he turned around to me and said he thought everyone should get coverage, not just the Democrats.
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October 13th, 2013
It was just less than a week ago that things were looking great for the Dodgers, and they looked like the favorites to make it to the World Series. Now, after going down 0-2 against the Cardinals in the NLCS, things look pretty bleak for the boys in blue. Hanley Ramirez and Andre Ethier are black and blue, and aren't even healthy enough to play. There's no way to sugar coat this. The Dodgers got brilliant pitching performances from Zach Greinke and Clayton Kershaw, yet ended up losing both games in St. Louis because they haven't scored a run in their last 18 innings. Now the Dodgers have to come home to play the Cards with Hyun-Jin Ryu going up against ace Adam Wainwright. So to review, the Dodgers have had both of their aces beaten, they can't hit anymore, they're banged up, and they still have to go up against the Cards best pitcher. I think it's safe to say that LA is toast.
This can't all be blamed on injuries folks. Don Mattingly has single handedly blown two post-season games in one week. By pinch running Dee Gordon for Adrian Gonzales in the 8th inning of game 1, and then using Michael Young in his spot for the remainder of the game, the Dodgers lineup was completely neutralized. Somebody on the Dodgers should have had the balls to hit Carlos Beltran too, after Hanley Ramirez was nailed by a pitch in the ribs, whether it was intentional or not. Then there's Yasiel Puig, who has disappeared like David Copperfield. Puig is hitless in the NLCS, with 6 strikeouts. The Cards are just daring Puig to beat them, but his inexperience is now showing. Mattingly thinks everything is ok though, saying "The series doesn't start until you lose at home, like in the NBA." Too bad in the NBA, your best players play every game. The Dodgers have already used Kershaw and Greinke, which means this series will be over in 5.
Sticking with baseball, I think the Angels made a poor decision this week to bring back both Mike Scioscia and Jerry Dipoto. No matter what these guys say, it's obvious they haven't worked well together, and a change of some kind was needed. More importantly, the players need to be re-energized, but this just looks like we will see more of the same next year, both on and off the field. After hearing about this news, I was expecting the Angels to announce that Joe Blanton would be their opening day starter, and that they were planning on giving Robinson Canoe a 10 year deal. One bad decision deserves another right?
On to college football, where the UCLA Bruins football team has vaulted themselves into the top 10 in both the AP and the coaches. The Bruins defeated Cal easily on Saturday night 37-10 at the Rose Bowl, and Brett Hundley looked like the second coming of Dan Marino. Hundley threw for a career high 410 yards and three touchdown passes, and looked like the Heisman trophy candidate the UCLA faithful envisioned. However, shit's about to get real. UCLA will travel to Stanford next week to take on those damn tree loving, chardonay drinking, corporately financed Cardinal. This is now looking like a much more winnable game for the Bruins, after Stanford dropped one to Utah over the weekend.
As for the Trojans, their offense looked a little better under Ed Orgeron, in their 38-31 win over Arizona. It's still gonna be tough for Trojan fans to get excited for much else this season. Next week, USC will visit Notre Dame, whose fans are equally as frustrated with what they've seen from their teams quarterback play. I'm headed to the game next week, and I sure didn't think when I got my tickets a few months ago, that the game would be about as meaningless as the girl I dated for about 30 minutes in the 8th grade.
The beginning of the NHL season has left me very confused. I realize the Kings have won 3 straight games, but why can't Anze Kopitar score some freaking goals already?? Why has everybody in the Kings division managed to score at least 6 goals against the Rangers and win, while the Kings can only get 1 and lose? And why the hell haven't the Kings brought up Tyler Toffoli to play on their 2nd line? LA has already used three different players at left wing on that line, and none of them have anywhere near Toffoli's skill or upside.
As for the Ducks, it's early, but it doesn't look like they've missed Bobby Ryan's offense so far. Only 6 teams in the entire league have averaged more goals per game than the Ducks heading into Sunday's game.
Meanwhile, the Lakers are over in China for a few exhibition games. I can't believe Chris Kaman actually hurt his finger while tobogganing down the Great Wall. Do you realize how dumb that is? Kaman was going to get bumped from behind by teammate Shawne Williams, and he put his hand between the two sleds. I've went down the Great Wall on these toboggan sleds two years ago, and I was bumped from behind several times, but the last thing I ever thought about was trying to put my hand behind the sled. These types of dumb injuries can only be a bad sign of what's to come this year for the Lake Show.
A few quick thoughts on week 6 of the NFL. It's hard to understand how the Patriots are 5-1. It feels like they'e struggled through just about every game. Great shootout yesterday against the Saints, in what could actually be a Super Bowl preview. The Texans fans got what they deserved yesterday. Matt Schaub left the game with an injury, and the fans start cheering in a classless manor, then TJ Yates comes in the game and throws a pick 6. It's unbelievable that up until Saturday, there were 9,000 tickets available for the Chargers and Colts Monday night game. Fortunately for Charger fans, there will be no blackout, because some of Dean Spanos' friends and a few corporate sponsors bought the remaining tickets. Still, this is just embarrassing. It's obvious that the city just can't support this crummy football team, and that they won't be getting a new stadium. Just move the team to LA already Dean! Otherwise, somebody might beat you to it.
There were some very tough TV watching decisions that had to be made last night. Homeland or the season premier of The Walking Dead? Thank god they invented DVR because it was definitely needed. Spoiler alert for those of you who have not seen last night's episode of either show. What the hell did they do to Homeland? The show had a phenomenal first season, got a little off-track with some love story in the 2nd season, and now the show doesn't appear to be going anywhere in the first 3 episodes of season 3. The threat of terrorism and stoping it usually provides the most entertainment value on that show, and thus far, the show has slowed to a crawls pace.
As for the Walking Dead, the season premier was exciting. I like how they have added a ton of new characters to the show, and they immediately show us completely different dynamics between them from when the show last season ended. Rick is no longer the leader of the group, and instead, we see more of a leadership by committee. It seems like half of the characters are now in some sort of relationship. I guess people do need love if zombies are about to bring the world to an end. There's also quite a bit of action in this first episode. The group fights off some walkers when a department store roof collapses, but in the process, they lose Beth's new boyfriend (he wasn't alive long enough for me to learn his name). The action gets even more intense when Carl's friend Patrick dies of a fever, suggesting that the group is even more vulnerable to a virus. An exciting beginning to the new season, and looking forward to more episodes!


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