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The financial burden of furloughs
Debbie Rolen
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Furloughs hinder long-term defense mission, harm morale
Unfortunately, the Defense Department announced furloughs for around 680,000 of its civilian employees for 11 days through the end of this fiscal year, according to .
Specifically, the furloughs will affect all 251 civilian Departent of Defense employees at Vance Air Force Base in Enid. That hits close to home, and our sympathy goes out to those local residents.
Civilians funded in the Military Intelligence Program will be subject to the unpaid days off.
Those would include workers in military intelligence agencies such as the Air Force, Special Operations Command and the Army and Navy intelligence offices.
However, officials expect that civilian intelligence largely in the CIA will be exempt from furloughs.
Other exempt workers include civilians in the war zone and in critical public safety jobs, as well as people whose jobs are not paid for through congressional funding.
Overall, defense officials say about 15 percent of the department's civilian workforce will be exempt from the furloughs.
The furlough notices are expected to begin going out May 28, and workers will have several days to respond or seek appeals, according to AP.
The unpaid days off would begin no sooner than July 8. Officials said the furloughs will save the department about $1.8 billion.
We think the financial burden of furloughs hinders the long-term ability of the department to carry out the national defense mission and harms morale.
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This page with all dengue archives to the end of 2008 offers the user a panoramic view of all PAHO materials on dengue to that point, organized according to the following categories: Surveillance, Prevention and Control, PAHO activities, Other PAHO Materials, and General Information/Links. It also contains a listing of featured items for all categories with the most important documents from each, and a side bar with links, frequently requested items, upcoming events, and/or new books.(21/Jun/2006) In English En español
This table provides quantitative data on the number of cases of dengue and dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) in the Americas, by country and subregion by epidemiological week of report, with subregional subtotals and information on serotypes. This page is routinely updated as new data arrives.
Guías de atención para enfermos en la región de las Américas
Guias para el diagnostico, tratamiento prevención y control
Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization 525 Twenty-third Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, United States of America Tel.: +1 (202) 974-3000 Fax: +1 (202) 974-3663


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The Quill Stem
I'm not a Luddite. I need to say that as a prelude to the defense I am about to mount for a technology that has been abandoned as thoroughly as the Conestoga wagon. I've missed the quill stem for years now for rather selfish reasons. Every time I'm involved in a photo shoot for a bicycle frame with fork, I wish that I was shooting a fork with a cut steerer finished with a beautiful headset, say one from Campy or Chris King. The results from those shoots are so much more satisfying when there's not six inches of carbon fiber steerer extending from the top of the head tube.
Deep breath … that's a problem that almost no one else has.
I also miss the quill stem when I pack a bike for travel. Whether I'm packing one of my bikes in a travel case or even a cardboard box, I've always appreciated how I could loosen a bolt that was always 6mm, give a tap from a hammer and the stem would slide free. Simple and consistent.
Unfortunately, the needs of the traveling cyclist have been answered with a variety of travel products, some more enjoyable than others. And the way the airline bike charges are going, bike cases and cardboard boxes will cease to enter cargo holds altogether with.
But those are relatively minor annoyances when compared with the loss of handlebar height adjustability. The combination of a quill stem with a two- or four-bolt faceplate offers an incredible degree of adjustability. It's easy to say that you can just leave several centimeters of steerer and place spacers above or below the stem, but that's becoming less and less the case. New steerers from several manufacturers won't permit more than 3cm of spacers between the stem and the top bearing of the headset and not more than 1cm of spacer above the stem due to the expander plug's ability to fracture unsupported steerer.
I've been working on some reviews of bikes that will be running here shortly and have struggled to achieve the right combination of bar height and reach to allow me to hit that sweet spot of handling. It's been 10 years (give or take) since most manufacturers offered bikes with quill stems; the benefits touted with threadless stems included lower weight and a reduced likelihood of misalignment between the handlebar and front wheel in the event of a crash.
Reduced weight isn't a bad thing, but I don't understand why this particular idea caught on to the degree that it did. I've seen plenty of crashed bikes that suffered a sheered steerer at the stem or upper headset bearing. No upside to that.
In bicycle fitting there was a simple calculus that all the bike fitters I knew kept in mind. I knew that for every 3cm up or down I moved the bar I needed to change the stem length by 1cm, longer if the bar came up, shorter if the bar moved down.
Does anyone still recall that you used to be able to order Cinelli stems in 5mm increments?
It's too much to hope that the industry will resume using quill stems; it would be smarter to hold out hope that we'll have free universal wi-fi available worldwide by the end of the year. Yeah, I thought you might laugh. However, is it asking too much to want more choices in stem angle? I know we all think that a stem with a positive rise (more than 90 degrees from the steering axis) looks silly, wouldn't it make sense to offer stems in at least three angles, say 80, 84 and 88 degrees?
As the industry moves further and further from custom sized bikes on the high end, riders need more options to achieve proper sizing through component selection. Multiple setback seatposts are necessary just as multiple angle stems and multiple reach and drop bars are must-haves. It used to be that when I encountered a rider whose bike didn't handle well I thought there was a problem first with the wheels, second with the bike. Today, I'm convinced that most of the time if there's a problem with a bike's handling, that problem is rooted in fit. Move the saddle, move the bar and you can usually solve the problem and in the end, that makes more sense to me as a means to help most riders; as much as I love custom bikes, what we really need more of is flexibility in component selection.


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Arrive in Christchurch Int. Airport and you will be met by your driver/guide. Before midday we reach the small seaside town of Kaikoura. Kaikoura is a base for wildlife experiences of all kinds – it's also a great place to eat crayfish (in the Maori language 'kai' means food, 'koura' means crayfish). Kaikoura's environment is truly spectacular – the village is caught between the rugged Seaward Kaikoura Range and the Pacific Ocean. In winter the mountains are covered with snow, adding to the drama of the landscape. A spectacular marine playground exists off the coast of Kaikoura; - living in this environment is the mighty Sperm Whale, large pots of Dusky Dolphins and many seal colonies. Snorkelling with wild New Zealand Fur Seals, in the shallow waters of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, truly is a unique experience. It's one of those simple nature experiences that open your mind to the sheer magnificence of our natural environment and its amazing inhabitants. A breath taking nature activity! You won't believe how curious, friendly and playful New Zealand Fur Seals can be in the water. This is an experience you do not want to miss! Kaikoura is one of the best places in the world to swim with these cheaky and inquisitive playmates of the sea.
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Day 2: Kaikoura - Nelson – Abel Tasman/Golden Bay
driving distance 4h
Today we take you North along the coast to Marlborough Sounds. You will discover a region of myriad inlets and bay's with dramatic hills that plunge steeply into the sea. The steep, wooded hills and small quiet bays of the sounds are sparsely populated, as access is difficult. Many of the small settlements and isolated houses are only accessible by boat. The main large port is Picton on the mainland, at the head of The Queen Charlotte Sounds. On your way enjoy a beautiful drive along the bays of Marlborough Sounds, stop and enjoy this spectacular scenery. You will see a region of myriad inlets and bays, with dramatic hills that plunge steeply into the sea. Apples, cherries and classic wine varietal grapes are well suited to the mild climate and sunshine in the Marlborough and Nelson areas. Many vineyards have opened retail and food outlets here. The Nelson is a lifestyle; that's the best way to describe it. Situated at the top north-west of the South Island, it is the sunniest region in New Zealand. Perhaps it's the sun, perhaps it's the location, but Nelson has long been a magnet for creative people. There are more than 350 working artists and craftspeople living in Nelson. Your nights stop is near the Abel Tasman National Park, which is New Zealand's smallest national park- but it's perfectly formed for relaxation and adventure.
Accommodation: Abel Tasman Area
Day 3: Abel Tasman (Kayak/Water taxi/hike in Able Tasman Park)
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Take a guided kayak trip with guides that will take you along a stunning stretch of coastline for a fantastic sea kayaking experience. Enjoy panoramic views of Abel Tasman National Park, check out nesting cormorants, sea caves, islands and the world famous Split Apple Rock. Enjoy swing bridge, watch some marine life, sea an island or two, the Swingers Delight is perfect for those who like a little bit of everything. Kayak along the southern stretches of the Abel Tasman taking in beaches, caves and tidal lagoons, these delights all nestled in the sheltered waters between Marahau and Watering Cove. A water taxi links you through to the heart of the park where a walk between Bark Bay and Torrent Bay allows you to enjoy wicked views, lush native bush and Falls River swing bridge. This idyllic track links a myriad of crescent-shaped coves of glittering golden sand, washed by the crystal-clear waters of Sandu Bays. You'll wander along beaches that constantly invite you in for a swim; hike through scented forest and around headlands with commanding views of the coast; and feel the delicious squelch of mud between your toes as you wade across tidal flats.
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Day 4: Abel Tasman – West Coast – Punakaiki (Wild west, Pancake Rocks, Horse riding on beach)
driving distance 4h
Depart Nelson for the start of your 'Wilderness Tour'. Your tour takes you deep into the heartland of the south. Your first encounter will be through the Buller Gorge for a short stop over at the Buller D.O.C Centre. We take a spectacular drive through the Buller Gorge to Westport before continuing on to the jewel of the west coast. Your day has an interesting flavour of mountains and native flora and fauna as you travel through the rugged terrain that divides the east from the west. From Westport your journey winds its way through the western slopes of the West Coast which displays a series of magnificent mountain ranges, and native New Zealand vegetation.We follow the windy road along one of the most stunning coast lines in the country. We stop and stay at Punakaiki the jewel of the West Coast, Punakaiki is world renowned for its pancake rock formation and blowholes. Walk along some of the stunning and remote beach treks, though a dense rainforest with Nikau Palms and large ferns. Ride on horseback through verdant West Coast native bush as you gaze up at 300-foot-high limestone cliffs, or stroll your horse through the fresh West Coast surf to view the magnificence of the Pancake Rocks. In the beginning you ford the Punakaiki River and take the scenic route to view the stunning scenery of the Paparoa National Park. You ride through native bush to view huge limestone bluffs capped with lush temperate rainforest. Native Kereru wood pigeon can sometimes be seen swooping low through forest corridors. Paradise duck, the nosy weka and gorgeous-plumaged pukeko are common onlookers, and oyster catchers, spur-winged plovers and harrier hawks are also visible. Birdlife is a stunning feature of the New Zealand native rainforest and riders can quietly observe their lives from horseback. You make a stop on the river flat at a bush hut for a stretch and photographs, before wending our way back to the coast. This scenic feast is rounded off with a stroll down Punakaiki beach. Riders can experience the powerful sea rolling onto the famous Pancake Rocks, as they sit on horseback with the horses snorting at the salt spray from the waves.
Accommodation: Punakaiki
Day 5: WestCoast - Franz Josef Glacier (Tubing and caving in Glow-worm Caves, Treetops walk, Hokitika Gorge, Glacier)
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In the morning take an exciting half day underworld rafting trip into remote caves. In the lower active levels of the Cave, you meet up with a slow moving underground river on which you float in your tube using only the natural light of a simply awe inspiring display of glow worms for navigation. By midday enjoy an exhilarating treetop adventure on New Zealand first treetop walk among temperate rainforest giants as you experience life with the native birds, high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. It is an easy access for all to enjoy along a steel platform 20 meters high and over 450 meters long. Before midday we visit the historical gold mining town of Hokitika. Nearby take a walk over a swing bridge to the Hokitika Gorge, this is truly one of the beautiful places in New Zealand! The beautiful turquoise waters is quite breathtaking as is the gorge itself. We take a leisurely and scenic drive to the famous glacier region and your day's itinerary will end in the tiny settlement of Franz Josef. Two glaciers are located only 25 km from each other and are unique in the world as they seem to nearly reach the ocean.
Accommodation: Franz Josef
Day 6: Franz Josef (Helicopter flight and hike on Glacier)
Discover the gigantic expanse of the Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier snowfields with a landing at high altitude. Step out of your helicopter and experience how it feels to stand in snow. By flying in you are able to access and explore a part of the glacier where its forces work hardest and often create spectacular ice caves and arches. Equipped with sturdy leather boots and other equipment, you board the helicopter for your first flight over the pinnacles of the lower icefall. Here, the ice is in constant motion. You then circle the upper icefall and Victoria Falls before landing. Your landing site on the ice is a remote and exceptionally beautiful part of the glacier. At this stage, your guide outfits you with crampons, specially designed for these ice conditions and you follow the ice steps cut by your guide as you explore the amazing formations and ice caves which are only seen here. Each departure is a true voyage of exploration. There are so many changing features that the guides always find something new.
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Imagine following ancient glacial pathways carved into the landscape by ice and water and the thrill of driving these fun 2-seater ATV quad bikes through this wild place. You will be amazed at what is around every twist and turn as you are guided through rainforests, riverbeds ,grasslands, sand and mud.
Accommodation: Franz Josef
Day 7: West Coast – Lake Wanaka (Rainforest and wetlands, Waterfalls, "The Neck")
driving distance 4h
Go as far South as the township of Haast. Nearby take a gentle walk following the slow flowing Ship Creek Tauparikaka. A creek-side viewpoint allows easy observation of the forest plants and wildlife. Deep in the swamp forest, are views of New Zealand's tallest tree, the kahikatea. Explore a part of New Zealand that's splendidly isolated - there are more resident seals and penguins than people. South of Haast, the coastline turns westward along a 24 kilometre, gently curving bay to Jackson Head. This headland provides shelter from the prevailing wind direction, and here a fishing harbour has survived since the early pioneer days of seal hunting. Jackson Head also marks the southern end of the west coast's narrow river plains. Beyond this point, the steep mountain ranges plunge directly into the sea - the first of the deep glacial fiords is just 60 kilometres away. A spectacular and scenic road links Haast and Wanaka. It reaches beyond wind-whipped Lakes Wanaka and Hawea, through golden tussock-covered hills, to wind among steep mountains cloaked in lush rainforest and cross tumbling rivers. Just 20 min from Haast take a 20 min walk to the Roaring Billy Waterfall; an easy fern line walk which takes you to the shores of the Haast River. Shortly later make a short stop at the 28m drop Thunder Creek falls. By midday, take a 30 min return walk to the Blue pools. It features a carefully maintained gravel path and boardwalks that wind through a native silver beech forest and lead to a swing bridge strung high above the Makarora River. The views back to the mountains of the Main Divide are absolutely breath-taking. The glacier-fed water in these deep pools is the colour of deep azure blue, and so clear that you can see right to the bottom, making the resident brown trout look like they are suspended in the air. As you exit Mt Aspiring National Park you will travel through what is known as "The Neck" a formation of land that separates two of our great South Island lakes Lake Hawea and Lake Wanaka. Wanaka is a new and modern Alpine resort and mostly visited by us New Zealanders. A year-round destination set against the pristine alpine backdrop of Mount Aspiring National Park, you can still discover that totally relaxed Kiwi way of life at Lake Wanaka.
Accommodation: Wanaka
Day 8: Wanaka (Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Scenic Boat Cruise)
In the morning take a scenic flight to the Fiordland World Heritage National Park, Mount Aspiring, glaciers galore and join others on a scenic boat cruise. View spectacular mountains and the dramatic landscape of Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks, part of South West New Zealand World Heritage Area. This area is known to Maori as Te Wahipounamu, meaning 'the place of greenstone'. The scenic flight includes two world heritage national parks the impressive Mount Aspiring, pristine glaciers, the Olivine Ice Plateau, rainforest, alpine lakes, rivers and cascading waterfalls. Fly the full length of Milford Sound before landing and boarding your cruise boat. Cruise the full length of Milford Sound on small and friendly cruise boats or ships. Seals, penguins and dolphins can often be spotted at play. On your return flight take in more scenic highlights including the Milford Track, Sutherland Falls (At 580 metres it's New Zealand's highest waterfall and the fifth highest in the world), the Dart River Valley, Glenorchy and Lord of the Rings Locations, before returning to Wanaka.
Accommodation: Wanaka
Day 9: Wanaka - Queenstown (Central Otago Wineries, Kawarau Gorge, Arrowtown)
driving distance 1h
Central Otago is New Zealand's fastest growing wine region and also it's most scenic. Take the time to explore these incredible vineyards set in small microclimates in a landscape dominated by high snow-capped mountains, and tussock clad slopes. Travel to Cromwell and Bannockburn, the heart of Pinot Noir country, and depending on your personal tastes, we will guide you to a selection of boutique wineries. At some stage of the wine tour we suggest a stop for a relaxing lunch at one of the wineries. Drive through the famous Kawarau Valley and Gorge. Stop at, which is widely regarded as a safe spectator attraction the famous Kawarau Gorge Bungy Jumping exhibition (this is free for spectators, however if you desire to make a jump the charge is additional to your tour package). Visit the surrounding areas to Arthur's Point stop in Arrowtown, a historic colonial village that takes you back into the Gold Mining days of the Otago region. From there the journey takes you past the Eastern shores of Lake Wakatipu and to Queenstown. Queenstown is the top adventure and activity centre in New Zealand. Most of the cast of Lord of the Rings were based here and major parts of the movie were filmed in this region.
Recommended: 4WD Safari of Scence tour:
In the morning explore the magical side of New Zealand and understand why this beautiful country was chosen to portray Middle-earth. The Queenstown area featured prominently in the filming of the incredibly popular Lord of the Rings trilogy. Nomad Safaris operate two different Lord of the Rings tours. The Safari of the Scenes - Wakatipu (Tour A) combines a true 4WD tour with film locations from the LOTR trilogy. The Safari of the Scenes - Glenorchy (Tour B) is the perfect sightseeing trip through the valleys beyond Glenorchy encompassing pivotal Lord of the Rings Scenes. Both Safaris of the Scenes can be done in one day for a truly exciting experience.
Accommodation: Queenstown
Day 10: Queenstown (Day for relaxing or more additional adventure)
Day free for guide! Queenstown, New Zealand, is the Southern Hemisphere's premier four season lake and alpine resort. Surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown's stunning scenery is inspiring and revitalising. The region is renowned for incredible adventure activities and spectacular outdoor terrain. You could try skiing, snowboarding, zip-lining, luging, mountain biking, paragliding, jet-boating, sky diving and more! Or, if you want something a little more relaxed, you can choose from numerous family activities, nature experiences, tours and beauty spas. Please talk with us. Our team of experts is very happy to assist you with any further enquiries. Winter sports, nearly all activities can be enjoyed all year round - Queenstown's a four season resort with distinct and beautiful seasons. Queenstown has transformed into a sophisticated cosmopolitan town, tucked into a picturesque bay on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, beneath majestic mountains. There's a permanent buzz in downtown Queenstown, where you'll find a fantastic choice of restaurants, a lively bar scene and excellent shopping.
Highly recommended: (Optional) By 4WD and Jet boat.
Take Queenstown's greatest jet boat adventure. This is a Jet boat trip like no other! Recognized as one of Queenstown's best value products for a good reason, this is an adrenaline rush from the moment you leave town. Tour into Skippers Canyon, along the sheer canyon walls, on the 'road to riches' carved from the rock walls and sheer cliffs by miners over 120 years ago. And that's just getting to the boat! A Jet boat created to excite and thrill you as you race through the Shotover River Canyons at a speed of 80km/hr. Sit back, hold on, and try to relax as our experienced boat drivers navigate the sheer canyon walls along the Shotover River as well as the mining dredges and sheet piles left by the miners through Skippers Canyon over a century ago. With skill and speed you will negotiate the narrow river channel, skimming over shallow 6 inch deep river beds, when suddenly you are going sideways, backwards, sideways and back facing the way you were going, WOW, that's a Hamilton spin! 360 degree spin, as the boat turns in its own length!
Accommodation: Queenstown
Day 11: Queenstown – Mt Cook – Lake Tekapo (Glacier explorer boat cruise, Stargazing)
driving distance 4h
Today we leaving Lake Wakitipu and Queenstown again, we can view the "Lord of the Rings" misty mountains plus the Pelennor Fields and cross one of New Zealand's best-kept secrets, The "Lindis Pass". Speckled with small agricultural outposts, the Canterbury Plains are an area of serene, rural beauty. Our trip will take us through some of the most evocative hill county in New Zealand. To the east lies the coastal town of Timaru while, to the west, the Mackenzie Country accounts for a large percentage of New Zealand's sheep population. We travel deep into the heart of the Southern Alps and to the southern slopes of Mt Cook National Park. You will encounter an array of spectacular mountain ranges including Mt Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand, rises 3,700 meters. In the aftrenoon we take you on a small boat trip to the bottom of Tasman Glacier. The only tour of its kind in New Zealand, and one of three in the world! Very few glaciers terminate into lakes and even fewer of these are accessible to the average person. We stop and stay tonight at Lake Tekapo. Lake Tekapo shines all year round in a beautiful turquoise colour, and reflects the surrounding mountains. Relax at this mystical, tranquil place and take a stroll along the lake's shores. In the evening we can arrange a tour to explore the wonders of the Southern Sky at the Mt John Observatory high above the breathtaking landscape of Lake Tekapo – where Earth meets Sky.
Accommodation: Lake Tekapo
Day 12: Tekapo – Christchurch departure (city tour)
driving distance 3h
In the morning we drive you through Canterbury to Christchurch. Described by the Lonely Planet as a "vibrant city in transition, coping resiliently and creatively," Christchurch is showing off its vibrancy with new developments popping up all over the place. Whilst part of the central city of Christchurch is still cordoned off due to the impact of a series of earthquakes, there's plenty to do in and around this rapidly changing city, like visiting the Re:Start shopping area and Pop Up City bars.
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Mental Health America is partnering with the National Council for Behavioral Health for Hill Day '14 – the biggest behavioral health advocacy event of the year! Don't miss out on star speakers, informational workshops, and the chance to meet with your Members of Congress. Together, we're building support for a stronger substance use and mental health treatment system.
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In addition to hearing Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) discuss "Moving the Mental Health Agenda Inside the Halls of Congress" the morning of May 7th and former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy's Hill Day send-off the following Hill Day training sessions are free.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Coal is West Virginia's largest export to Ireland, said Peter Ryan, deputy consul general for economic and public affairs in Ireland's New York City office, who visited West Virginia last week.
"We buy coal from the U.S. to fuel our plants. But we are thinking about changing to natural gas. We also have a massive possibility for wind energy on our west coast, as well as an ability to capture energy from ocean tides and waves."
Today, Ireland's operations in West Virginia include Oldcastle Inc., a subsidiary of CRH, headquartered in Dublin. Oldcastle is a leading North American manufacturer of concrete, masonry, lawn and garden, clay brick and paving products.
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A total of 500 American companies operate in Ireland, employing between 60,000 and 100,000 people, while 250 Irish companies operate in America, employing 100,000 people.
Other countries have invested nearly $200 billion in Ireland since 2000.
"Irish companies are also investing in foreign countries. We have only 1 percent of Europe's population, but are the 13th largest investor in Europe."
Computer technology is a major part of Ireland's economic relations with other countries.
"Today, Ireland is the number one exporter of pre-packaged software. Google, IBM and Dell all have offices here. Dell once assembled laptops in Ireland, but then moved to Poland where it was cheaper. But Dell still has offices, staff and investors that operate here.
"Microsoft looked at 80 countries around the world and decided to open an office here. Our diversity and talent attracts companies like Microsoft."
Ryan believes Ireland's tax rate appeals to both domestic and foreign investors. "We have a 12.5 percent tax rate for all companies."
Those tax rates, Ryan added, have also attracted American companies to manufacture pharmaceuticals in Ireland, such as Viagra, Botox and Lipitor.
Ireland operates five consulates in the United States. The one in New York oversees business relations between Ireland and states including West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and New York.
"In West Virginia," Ryan said, "15.2 percent of the population feels they have some Irish [ancestral] connection -- the fourth highest in the United States.
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Kosmos has major operations offshore Ghana, including the Jubilee Field and additional developments. Learn more.
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Kosmos is a leading oil and gas exploration and production company focused on frontier and emerging areas along the Atlantic Margin. The company's value-driven asset portfolio includes long-life production and other major project developments offshore Ghana. In addition, Kosmos has established leading oil and gas exploration positions with substantial hydrocarbon potential offshore Ireland, Mauritania, Morocco (including Western Sahara) and Suriname. We are also identifying and capturing new petroleum systems in other areas.
Our initial success and the foundation of the company is the Jubilee field, offshore Ghana, which unlocked the Tano Basin petroleum system in 2007. First production at Jubilee came online in late 2010, three-and-a-half years after discovery. Field production at the end of 2012 was a record 110,000 barrels of oil per day and is expected to exit 2013 at over 120,000 barrels per day.
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Needhams are typical to Maine. They originated in Portland, Maine by a candy maker who had attended an evangelistic service in Portland in 1872. The evangelist's name was the Rev. George C. Needham and because of many conversions, his name was on everyone's lips. When the candy maker came back to his shop after one of the services, his candy makers were making a new candy. When he asked the name of this candy, a young candy maker said, "Call them Needhams". They are still made today, not only by the candy store, but by all of us Maine-ers who love to cook. Needhams are made with coconut and have a dark chocolate coating. They remind me of a Mound candy bar. They are delicious. This recipe halves easily, but who will want a half batch? Not me. NOTE: Someone reviewed this recipe and said that it was in "Cooking Down East". There is one there but it calls for 1/2 lb. coconut which is 8 oz. This one calls for 2 7-ounce bags or 14 ounces of coconut. If I had gotten it from this cookbook I would have given the woman credit for it, but I didn't. They are all very similar.
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Date: 02.09.2013Time: 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
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This revolutionary geographic novelty is an 'inside-out' globe that enables you to manipulate your view of the world at both the North and South Poles AND the universe from the Northern and Southern Constellations. This is only possible due to its use a of a patented geographic shape known as the K-dron.
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On a regular GLOBE you cannot compare, for example, the Caribbean and Madagascar. If you turn to the Caribbean you cannot see Madagascar because it is on the opposite side of the globe. You can compare them on a MAP but then you do not know how they are 3-dimensionally located. On the K-DRON (as on the MAP) you can compare both regions and (as on the GLOBE) you can see their 3-dimensional location. For this reason, the K-DRON acts as a bridge between MAP and GLOBE.
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Microsoft showing strong signs of capturing third ecosystem prize, acquisition of Nokia devices and services a strong statement of ambition
BOSTON, Dec. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The multi-billion acquisition of Nokia's devices and services business sends a strong statement of ambition to the industry that Microsoft is pulling no punches in its renewed vigor to push into the mobile industry. This is being supported by Microsoft's own industry-leading cloud computing offers and the strong following enjoyed by Skype. App developer sentiment is also shifting in Windows Phone's favor. However Microsoft needs to improve its assets and offerings in areas related to social and mobile payment, says the report "Handset Vendor Content & Services Strategies: Microsoft" published by Strategy Analytics.
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The report is the second of a series published by Strategy Analytics to assess the strengths of mobile device vendors' competitiveness in the mobile content and services ecosystem, following the report on Apple, published in October. Through a panoramic assessment of Microsoft's key assets, the analysis recognizes Microsoft's industry leadership positions in cloud computing and its strengths in communication and search & advertising. It also highlights Microsoft's weakness in social aspect, and its almost complete absence from mobile payment.
"Using similar methodologies as we did with Apple, we dive deep into Microsoft's content and services assets in different sectors, and evaluate them against the main competition Microsoft will encounter as well as the industry in general", said Nitesh Patel, Director at Strategy Analytics. "It's clear that Microsoft is leading in cloud computing and productivity, and is strong in communication through its Live legacies and Skype acquisition. It also enjoys a dedicated following in the gaming community, and although its advertising business pales in comparison to Google's, it is ahead of Apple in that regard."
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According to Wei Shi, Analyst at Strategy Analytics' Wireless Media Strategies (WMS) and the author of the report said, "The acquisition of Nokia gives Microsoft a significant boost in hardware, but a new challenge for Microsoft is integrating the new assets gained through the deal while, building on its position as the 3rd mobile ecosystem. If the integration is managed well, the addition of Nokia's services, such as its highly regarded app developer program, strong imaging applications and competitive music services will give Microsoft a boost. A long term strategic partnership with HERE will bolster the mapping capabilities, although their is potential for consumer and advertiser confusion with HERE Maps being offered alongside Bing Maps. However, in the key apps battleground, while Microsoft remains clearly behind Android and iOS, developer sentiment is growing for Windows Phone with 32% of mobile app developers intending to support the platform in the coming year."
More analysis on mobile content and services can be found at Strategy Analytics' Wireless Media Strategy and App Ecosystem Opportunities services.
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Hi everyone! The next week or so, I'll be opening photo submissions for the Steph blog! Submit your favorite romantic Steph-related moment, your own handmade Steph centered Valentine's Day card, or fanart starring our eggplant avenger! I'll be screening the submissions for trolls, of course, but all the same, it should be fun! In any case, I'll be posting various ships of Steph's as Valentine's Day approaches. Just so I don't leave any out: What's your favorite Steph ship?
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Just a heads up!
On February 1st, I'll open up the Steph blog for submissions! What sort of submissions, do you ask? Well, since Valentine's Day is around the corner, we're all bound to see a few Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, etc. themed Valentine's cards popping up at the store. But you know what would be even BETTER? Steph-themed ones!
So what you can do is make your own cards! You can draw fanart, photoshop existing panels, cosplay and make impassioned video speeches, use finger puppets—anything! So long as Steph is respected, awesome, and the theme is all about loooove (even if it's about loving yourself as you are, because Steph would totally support that 110 percent!)
Once you're done with your AMAZING and FANTASTIC cards, wait for February 1st to roll around, and then you can submit those cards as picture posts (or video, if that's your medium)! I will have to screen them for trollish submissions, as you know, but it should still be a load of fun.
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Aw yeah, besties!
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And just in time for Valentine's Day, a real gorgeous cover by Nguyen!
That's all for now!
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Then we have Batgirl 15! Dustin Nguyen's first cover (and the first post I ever made to the Steph blog!) and what a composition! Steph's ready to tackle a whole new crew of villains all of her own, and you can tell from her expression that she's not gonna back down!
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Project Plan For , version 2.3.0
This document lays out the feature and API set for the Juno version of the Xtend (version 2.3.0).
Release Deliverables
The release deliverables have the same form as is found in most Eclipse projects, namely:
- Xtend SDK ()Includes runtime and tooling components, with sources, examples, and documentation) (downloadable and update site).
Release Milestones
Release milestone occurring at roughly 6 week intervals and follow the Platform milestone releases by approximately 2 weeks;
that is, until the final 3.8 release of the Platform, upon which Xtend and other projects will release simultaneously.
Xtend delivers milestones synchronized with the Juno release schedule.
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Target Environments
In order to remain current, each Eclipse release targets reasonably current versions of the underlying operating environments.
The Xtext project depends upon on the 3.5 (Galileo) release of the Eclipse Platform and other projects, and targets to run on
version 1.5 of the Java Runtime Environment, Standard Edition.
Compatibility with Previous Releases
Version 2.3 will be binary but not sourcecompatible with Xtext version 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2.
This means languages developed and compiled against 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2 will work with 2.3 without recompilation.
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found in this document. For the milestones listed in this document, a set of
overall themes is used to indicate what major set of functionalities is to be
concentrated on for each. These themes are presented below, while the
requirements document and associated Bugzilla entries are left to those wanting
more detailed information on each.
The usability of Xtend and its supporting tooling is of high priority, since it's meant to be used in
day to day programming.
The language semantics, the compiler and the tools shall be stable and reliable.
Performance and Scalability
Performance and scalability needs to be further enforced.
JDT integration
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Eclipse 4.2
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NEWARK, N.J. – A former Jersey City Housing Department employee was sentenced today to six months in prison for evading taxes on cash payments he accepted to obtain expedited development approvals for a purported real estate developer operating in Jersey City, U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman announced.
John Guarini, 62, of Bayonne, N.J. – formerly a Jersey City Housing Department property improvement field representative – previously pleaded guilty to one count of willfully subscribing to a false personal federal income tax return. Guarini entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Jose Linares, who also imposed the sentence today in Newark federal court.
At his plea hearing, Guarini admitted he accepted $20,000 in cash from Solomon Dwek – a cooperating witness for the FBI – as consideration for obtaining expedited development approvals from other Jersey City public officials including the chairman of the Jersey City Planning Board. The approvals were for a property on Garfield Avenue in Jersey City purportedly owned by Dwek, who was posing as a corrupt real estate developer. Guarini also accepted $10,000 cash from Dwek that was intended for Maher Khalil, another Jersey City public official. Guarini admitted that instead of passing the $10,000 to Khalil, and unbeknownst to Dwek, Guarini kept the $10,000 for himself. Guarini also admitted he did not disclose any of the money he received from Dwek as income on his 2008 personal income tax return because he knew he had received it unlawfully.
In addition to the prison term, Judge Linares sentenced Guarini to two years of supervised release. Guarini was also ordered to pay $31,000 in restitution.
Khalil has pleaded guilty to related conduct and awaits sentencing.
U.S. Attorney Fishman credited special agents of the FBI, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Michael B. Ward; and IRS-Criminal Investigation, under the direction of Acting Special Agent in Charge JoAnn S. Zuniga, with the investigation.
The government is represented by Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark McCarren of the U.S. Attorney's Office Special Prosecutions Division in Newark.
Defense counsel: Assistant Federal Public Defender Peter Carter Esq., Newark
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that federal disaster aid has been made available to the State of New Jersey.
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NEW YORK Dec 12 (Reuters) - Aetna Inc, the third largest U.S. health insurer, said on Wednesday that by 2014 it expects to be part of about 15 healthcare exchanges being established under government reforms.
Aetna, one of the companies on the front lines of healthcare changes in the United States, told analysts and investors it believes an increase in customers from the new market places would likely contribute to its growth.
An estimated 30 million more people are expected to join the insured over the next decade because of the U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010. Millions of those will seek their health insurance through the exchanges.
States have until Dec. 14 to decide whether they will participate in a state-based, federal or partnership exchange. About 18 states have said they will create their own state-based exchanges and 18 others plan to default to a federal exchange, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, a non-profit health policy group.
The shift to exchanges is fundamentally changing the managed care business, Aetna executives said during Wednesday's meeting with analysts and investors.
"More and more consumers are going to be buying their healthcare, even if the employer-sponsored system survives," Chief Executive Officer Mark Bertolini said. "A lot of things that we do today are no longer necessary to the end buyer."
Aetna said profits will be helped by cost controls and the growth of carefully managed care organizations - networks of doctors that work together - and expansion in government programs, such as Medicare for the elderly and Medicaid for the poor, and Aetna's pending purchase of Coventry Health Care Inc .
Aetna expects earnings of $5.40 per share in 2013, below analyst estimates of $5.52 per share, according to ThomsonReuters I/B/E/S. Competitors such as UnitedHealth Group Inc and Cigna Corp also gave weaker than expected 2013 earnings outlooks during their year-end meetings with analysts and investors.
Aetna sees revenue growth of 9 percent in 2013, which would outpace the 6 percent growth rate it estimates it will book in 2012.
Aetna shares rose about 4 percent, or $1.74, to $46.22 in midday New York Stock Exchange trading.
Aetna, whose $5.6 billion acquisition of regional insurer Coventry is being looked at by antitrust regulators, said it still expects the deal to close in the middle of next year. It said it has not run into any issues that are beyond its expectations.
Aetna Chief Financial Officer Joe Zubretsky said in an interview that Aetna had not factored the possibility of the United States going over the so-called fiscal cliff into its 2013 outlook. The "fiscal cliff" is a combination of mandatory spending cuts and tax increases that will go into effect at the beginning of next year if a deficit cutting resolution is not reached by U.S. lawmakers.
Aetna's outlook is based on a cautious view of the economy and one in which unemployment remains at about 7.5 percent and interest rate returns remain extremely low, the company said.
"We're pretty much assuming the cliff gets solved," Zubretsky said.
But he said the company is concerned and guarded against the possibility that it is not resolved. If that does happen, he said U.S. employees poised to lose their jobs and health insurance might increase their use of medical services, or Aetna's large employer business might decrease as companies cut back on employees, both of which would likely hurt profits.
Zubretsky said the company has spent about $200 million each year in the past few years on building out its business for the health exchanges, as well as preparing for other healthcare reform measures. In 2014, after the exchanges have been launched, he expects that spending to fall to $100 million.
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With Tilghman Beach & Golf Resort there is "Room to Relax" and much to explore within the Grand Strand! Select from dining, entertainment, shopping, attractions, golf and more!
Duffy Street Seafood Shack
319 Sea Mountain Highway, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582843-249-7902
Definitely a place where you want to bring everyone you know! Some of the best seafood dishes can be found at this welcoming low-country dining venue.
Martinis Continental Dining & Piano Bar
98 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582843-249-1134
One of North Myrtle Beach's Leading Restaurants. Featuring Continental Cuisine. Simple yet elegant decor, fresh local seafood, hand cut steaks, veal, extensive wine and martini list.
Overtime Sports Cafe
1409 Highway 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582843-361-1514
Experience Overtime Sports Cafe. Mouth watering food, great service, more than 150 TV's, 12 foot video wall, three 60-inch large screens, four 10-foot wide projection screens.
Fire Island Grill
4924 Hwy 17 South , North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582843-342-3473
Surround yourself with our tropical island atmosphere. Palm trees, fire bowls and totems welcome you to dine inside or out on our breezy island deck.
210 Hwy 17 North, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582843-249-6665
We are a company founded on ice cream but built around families. We opened our first Friendly's Ice Cream Shop in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1935. Come in and enjoy!
Dino's Italian & Greek Cusine
4744 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582843-272-2075
Family Owned and Operated We specialize in exceptional, authentic Greek and Italian cuisine, sure to satisfy even the pickiest palate.
California Dreaming
10429 N Kings Hwy N, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29572843-663-2050
Voted "Best Traditional American Restaurant" by WMBF News and "Best of the Beach" by The Sun News.
Sticky Fingers Smokehouse
4200 U.S. 17, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-663-7675
Give your grill a break! Head to Sticky Fingers for some award-winning RIBS, WINGS and BARBECUE. Our five signature barbecue sauces are on every table so you sauce up your meal just the way you like it!
Sonic Drive-In
701 North Kings Highway, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-663-3287
Why you should try us!
"SONIC's award-winning menu offers a variety of unique menu items made AFTER you order. We serve our entire menu all day, so feel free to pull the old breakfast for dinner switcheroo if the mood strikes. And since 'Creativity taste Better' we encourage you to customize your selection to make it EXACT how you want it. With all these food choice you're going to need something to wash it all down. Well don't worry we've got you covered; SONIC has 398,292 drink combinations, and if you stop by from 2pm to 4pm daily during Happy Hour all those drinks & slush's are ½ price making it Your Ultimate Drink Stop!®"
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Red Lobster
10000 Highway 17 North, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-497-7761
Here at Red Lobster we're passionate about serving our guests great seafood. It's why we go the extra mile to bring you the best dining experience possible. Our fishermen take pride in catching only the highest quality seafood, and the freshest fish. Our grill master's expertly perfect flavors, cooking seafood and steak over a wood fire grill. And our servers pull out all the stops to make every dining experience feel extra special. It's our passion. It's our pride. Because at Red Lobster, we Sea Food Differently
TGI Friday's
500 Highway 17 North, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-663-3333
Today, T.G.I. Friday's offers a casual dining experience unlike any other, where you can expect great food, drinks, and plenty of fun to go around at over 900 locations in 47 states and more than 60 countries. Just don't expect a dull moment at any of them. So come in, catch the big game over beers, mingle, gossip with the girls, connect with friends, or make new ones. All while enjoying fantastic food you can't find anywhere else, like our signature Jack Daniel's Grill®.
Damon's Grill
801 Highway 17 North, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-272-5107
With nearly 50 company and franchised locations worldwide, Damon's International, Inc., is a leading full-service, casual dining restaurant concept that emphasizes prime rib, grilled steaks, chicken, seafood, salad and Damon's award-winning ribs. Guests enjoy a quiet dining room or Damon's high-energy Clubhouse that features DTV, a proprietary, state-of-the-art multi-screen entertainment system offering sports, network programming and interactive games.
Founded in 1979, Damon's International, Inc., is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
Castano's Italian Steakhouse
4926 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-361-2000
Come to where the old world taste is fused with refined American cuisine. Each dish is prepared to order by our award winning chef and his team and will be served by our extraordinary staff. A casual fine dining restaurant where distinguished taste meets refined food and service. We offer nightly dinner specials that will please any palate.
Once you arrive, you will first be drawn into the lounge where not only the sounds of Frank Sinatra and his friends come alive, but also the sights. The lounge is equipped with large HD projection screens and plasmas throughout. Here you will find bartenders who are trained in the latest cocktails and our old time favorites. An atmosphere to socialize and make new friends. Happy hours specials will be offered daily 4pm to 7pm. We also have live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in our bar. During the summer, we will have live entertainment outside by the waterfront too.
We are a kid-friendly and family friendly restaurant. So whether you want an intimate evening in one of our cozy booths or you want to bring the whole the family, you are sure to have a good time.
Captain Jack's Seafood Buffet
1400 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29582843-427-4972
Knowing there are many Myrtle Beach area seafood buffets, we certainly appreciate that you are considering Captain Jack's Seafood Buffet on Kings Highway in North Myrtle Beach.
Captain Jack's Seafood Buffet does not claim to be a maritime museum, nor the world's largest seafood buffet. Those are claims we leave to others. We do promise to provide our guests with a generous, delicious meal that reflects a level of quality you would never expect at a seafood buffet.
We are proud to have Jimmy Gilberto, a 30-year veteran of Myrtle Beach buffet restaurants, as our executive chef. We've coaxed him out of retirement along with his proven recipes and those fabulous desserts.
Our dedicated staff, management and ownership welcome you with true southern hospitality. Collectively, we are committed to making your dining experience memorable and a highlight of your Myrtle Beach vacation. We hope to see you soon.
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Bistro 90
7209 Highway 90, Longs, South Carolina, 29568843-390-5151
Bistro 90 offers a variety of Italian and American cuisine, with lunch and dinner features daily.Included in the offerings are New York hand tossed brick oven pizza, veal cutlets and chops, mussels and other fresh seafood, mouthwatering pasta, and more.


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