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As you read this, we should be in the middle of an excellent weekend for migration.
With rain falling and thunder rumbling as I write this, we're near the end of what hawk watchers call classic blocking weather. Unseaonable heat and humidity, borne into our region on a southerly flow of air, create conditions unfavorable for hawk migration.
The movements of raptors are "blocked" until things turn around.
We're now in the middle of as big a turnaround as you can get. In a couple of days, daily highs have plunged nearly 40 degrees, and sultry south winds have been driven off by crisp northwesterlies.
This is hawk-flying weather, right at the peak broad-winged hawk migration season. Our inland hawk watches should see major movements this weekend, and Lighthouse Point in New Haven, not a spot favored by broad-wings, should get a fine run of other species.
Plenty of other birds will be on the move, but things weren't totally stagnant the past few days, even with temperatures high into the 90s.
I stepped outside Wednesday morning with light fog enveloping our neighborhood and a surprising amount of chatter among neighborhood birds such as chickadees and titmice. As I began a walk through the neighborhood, uncertain what I might find, I was brought up short by a distinctive call overhead.
The loud buzz, repeated several times as the bird moved along, marked the passage of what unquestionably was a migrant, a dickcissel.
This is a bird of prairie and farm country in the center of the continent.
It's not an expected breeder in Connecticut, but we get a fair number of passage migrants in autumn.
They're more often heard than seen as the pass overhead, usually at coastal watch points, but they can turn up anywhere.
They're most often heard while another grassland species, the bobolink is on the move, and late August-early September is prime boblink time.
In fact, as I completed by walk Wednesday, I also heard a few bobolinks passing overhead.
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AMMAN (Reuters) - Syrian rebels captured an army base in an eastern oil province on Thursday, further weakening President Bashar al-Assad's control in the strategic region bordering Iraq.
The capture of the artillery base on the outskirts of Mayadeen, a town on the Euphrates river near some of Syria's main oilfields, followed rebel takeovers of military installations in the north and centre of the country this week.
Recent rebel momentum shows the increasing potency of the mainly Sunni Muslim fighters trying to topple Assad, who belongs to the Alawite minority linked to Shi'ite Islam. But insurgents have often had to retreat quickly after making advances to avoid strikes by the president's air force.
"The Mayadeen military base fell at 8.30 a.m. (0630 GMT)," Abu Laila, an official in the Military Revolutionary Council in the province, told Reuters. He said 44 rebel fighters had been killed in the operation to capture the base.
"The whole countryside, from the Iraqi border and along the Euphrates to the city of Deir al-Zor, is now under rebel control," he said.
Another opposition source in contact with rebels confirmed the base, 42 km (26 miles) south-east of Deir al-Zor, had fallen.
Video posted online showed rebels on motorcycles and trucks apparently inside the base waving victory signs as smoke rose from two buildings. Artillery pieces could be seen on the ground and a tank transporter stood abandoned.
Severe restrictions on non-state media make it impossible to verify opposition reports independently.
Activists say 38,000 people have been killed in the 20-month uprising which threatens to draw in regional Sunni and Shi'ite Muslim powers. Hundreds of thousands have fled the country and 2.5 million are displaced, aid groups say.
Western states, anxious to avoid another costly Middle East conflict and wary of backing rebels who include Islamist militants, have stayed on the sidelines, although France and Britain formally recognized a newly formed opposition coalition as the sole representative of the Syrians this month.
Russia, which along with China has blocked three resolutions which could have led to U.N. sanctions against Assad, criticized on Thursday proposals for NATO to deploy Patriot missiles in Turkey near the Syrian border.
"This would not foster stability in the region," Foreign Ministry spokesman Alexander Lukashevich said.
The capture of the Mayadeen base leaves Assad in control of just three major army bases in Deir al-Zor province, said Sheikh Nawaf al-Bashir, a local tribal leader. He said rebels now held the main road to Iraq, from the outskirts of Deir al-Zor city to the border crossing of Albu Kamal.
The rebel move follows the capture last week of a military airport on the Iraqi border southeast of Mayadeen. In the last five days rebels have also stormed a special forces base near Aleppo, Syria's commercial hub, and an air defense position in the southern suburbs of Damascus.
In another setback for Assad, his forces pulled back on Thursday from three positions south of the town of Maarat al-Numan, on the highway linking Damascus to Aleppo, according to the opposition Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
The area has seen heavy fighting between rebel forces, which have held the town for several weeks, and soldiers camped in a nearby military base, just 500 meters from the highway.
Near Damascus, opposition campaigners said fighting continued around the south-western suburb of Daraya and the army kept up heavy bombardment of the town, where Free Syrian Army fighters appeared to be entrenched.
To the east, clashes were also reported in the Damascus neighborhood of Jobar, which is adjacent to the main Abbasid Square. A mother, her daughter and her sister's husband were killed in shelling aimed at pushing back rebels, activists said.
Rebels in the south Damascus district of Hajar al-Aswad showed video of a captured air defense officer they identified as Colonel Bashir al-Saleh, flanked by two masked rebels carrying AK47s.
So far Assad's core military units, composed mainly of members of his Alawite minority sect, have prevented a sustained rebel push into the heart of the capital itself. The rebels have yet to hold a major Syrian city.
But activists say the rebels are gaining strength in Damascus, partly because they are being joined by fighters from outlying regions. While Assad's forces control main road junctions there have been guerrilla attacks in the last few days near Damascus Airport and rebels have expanded control of the mixed urban and farmland regions around the capital.
The Observatory said army shells struck a building next to Aleppo's Dar al-Shifaa hospital on Wednesday, one of the main rebel medical centers, killing 15 people. Most of the dead were fighters but a doctor and three children also died, it said.
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An official only in your propaganda reuters… there is absolutely nothing official about this foreign funded Islamist insurgent.
The fact that you are calling him an official just shows how utterly desperate you are to legitimize these terrorists and Islamists.
On the story, there have been two stories like this in the last week, and both proved to be cut and paste versions of months old Islamist propaganda stories… I'm sure this one will too =)
The first was the capture of an "airport" as reuters callecd it… which was reportedly captured by Islamist terrorists back in July as well… this "airport" did not have a runway capable of landing a plane on!
The second story was about a massive army base captured near Allepo, this story was used to mask the war criminal abduction of about 240 civillians by the Islamist forces that happened the same day. Not only did this base not exist in the form described, but had also been falsely captured by Islamist insurgents some months earlier.
We need to remember, reuters doesn't have an reporters inside Syria. So all their news is cut and pasted from Islamist websites.
And we've all seen the quality of those fanatics work…
Reuters are you paying these Islamist insurgents for your stories?
If so, can you guarantee that this money is not being used to procure bomb making materials and other weapons that will then target Syrians?
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Build up a comprehensive black book of contacts in the leisure, lifestyle and promotions industry over several years - the longer the better. These relationships will be your lifeblood, some you might one day call friends. When timing is tight (when isn't it?), you want to be sure that they'll always take your call and trust that you're calling about something worthwhile.
Ideally you'll have a state of the art integrated relationship management system to keep track of all your correspondence not just for your benefit but your colleagues as well.
Once you've decided on a theme for your content, you'll need to do a feasibility study. (It's worth a little effort to achieve a high level of confidence in delivering your proposition before you get it signed off by the CEO. It saves red faces later). If it's a single partner you're after you'll hopefully have them in your black book. If not Google can sometimes give up the name or you could even try and connect on LinkedIn.
Most big companies operate a 'no names policy' so trying to get past a gate-keeper or receptionist can be a thankless task. It's here that a good black book is invaluable.
If you're going for something more unusual, or with a number of independent partners, the options are extensive. You could buy into an existing programme but that can mean paying a premium price for an inflexible generic solution. The alternative is to sign up partners yourself. So, how many do you think you will need? It's statistically proven that people travel less far for personal services (like hair cuts and beauty treatments) than general experiences like a family day out.
As a rule of thumb we would suggest that you need at least 300 venues to give good national coverage across the UK - plenty of chains claim good coverage with fewer.
If you haven't put together such campaigns before you'll need to go about sourcing a database of partners. You can buy them from list brokers, trawl public directories online (which won't normally reveal names) or approach an industry body (if there is one). Industry bodies can be invaluable but you can never second guess matters of policy which might preclude them from working with you.
However you get your data, it's worth bearing in mind that not everyone will say yes to your opportunity. (Yes, unbelievable we know!) Sign up rates vary but you should make allowance for as few as 1 in 10 saying yes.
For feasibility purposes a simple topline expression of interest can often suffice but we'd feel safer with a firm yes in writing; after all it's your neck on the line if they end up saying no. If you're actually building the promotion for real, then you absolutely MUST get every venue to sign a contract. If you can't produce a contract for every single location then you have no course for re-dress if something goes wrong.
The contract needs to be legally binding and enforceable. It should spell out the nature of the offer / prize being provided by the partner and document an example of the promotion's Terms and Conditions. ALL terms and conditions should comply with the prevailing Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) Code which governs our industry. This can be conducted by the IPM Legal Advice Service, PromoVeritas or a reputable promotional lawyer for a fee.
When you're approaching a prospective partner it is imperative that you command their attention - chances are it won't be the only opportunity in your prospect's in-tray. If they recognise your name (or your company) and worked with you before, their trust in you will move you up the pecking order.
The resource you devote to telesales depends on the scale and nature of your promotion. For dining promotions you may need to work restaurant hours to get hold of the right person. In our experience, it's always better to hit the recruitment as hard as possible from the outset to generate maximum momentum. Your confidence in the promotion will grow and so will the confidence of your team, which is highly infectious. Partners are going to be far more interested in joining a promotion where there is an air of demand and desirability, rather than utter desperation.
When you approach 80% of your target, you should plot a coverage map using robust geographical visualisation software. This will allow you to view your participating venues by category, by region or perhaps in relation to stores where your products are sold. Use measurement tools to quickly assess lighter areas and allow you to focus your final recruitment effort.
Your promotion will inevitably benefit from a supporting microsite. In many instances this will need to integrate with your parent site (and potentially your partners too), provide a mechanic for participating in the promotion and the all important venue locator.
Bear in mind that higher than anticipated traffic will influence server bandwidth, support and recovery procedures, backup capacity and may even breach the daily limit of your mapping service so have contingencies in place to avoid service interruption. Development of websites can form the critical path of your project so it's important to get your specifications clearly defined from the outset.
Before a campaign can go live you need to source and compile logos, artwork and copy from all venues - a time consuming exercise. You may even need to improvise generic artwork or draft copy yourself to ease the process and facilitate the smaller businesses.
If you plan on running this activity again or you need to measure campaign performance you will need to implement some means of redemption tracking from the start. Every partner or brand owner must sign off and approve all artwork that features their brand. Again, this should categorically be in writing as printed mistakes can be costly. You will need to develop a comprehensive briefing pack for every element of the customer journey: staff at partner venues, customer services and staff at the retail outlets carrying the promotion. Verify that the briefing packs have been received and staff have been briefed or all your hard work will be for nothing.
Once the campaign is live be prepared for customer service enquiries. The volume of calls will depend on the exposure of the promotional offer, whether you have a technical aspect to participating in the promotion and how well you built it in the first place.
If you've laid the foundations right you should receive very few calls about the content itself. More often than not you will have people struggling to use their computer to access a website or print a voucher.
Therefore ensure that your customer service function is technically proficient, polite and above all patient. Remember your responsibility is to ensure the best possible customer experience at all times.
If you handle a problem call well you not only diffuse a consumer's frustration but you can turn a potentially negative experience into a positive interaction with your brand.
So, if you don't want to wait a few years to develop an enviable database of partner relationships or risk your money working with an inferior supplier, get in touch with Mosaic Marketing, the award winning professionals. Of course every company is going to claim they're the best at what they do, but in summarising our award category, the IPM declared that 'for a service partner to be singled out in a nominated campaign means they are themselves amongst the best in the UK, if not the world.'
Feel safe in the knowledge that Mosaic will take on all the hassle, frustration and attention to detail required to make your promotion succeed, while you concentrate on the bigger picture.
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Timeless golf look with sweat wicking fabric.
The Nike Dri-FIT Victory Men's Golf Polo is made with flat seams that stay off the shoulders and sides to help make every swing, pitch and putt comfortable. Made with fabric that lifts sweat away from the skin, this classic polo helps you stay dry throughout your round.
Features:- Dri-FIT fabric to wick away sweat and help keep you dry and comfortable
- Fold-over collar and button placket for classic polo style
- Ergonomic flat-seam construction to minimize chafing
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An Xbox LIVE Gold membership lets you take your Xbox 360 online to play Kinect and controller games with friends, no matter where they are.
Instantly watch HD movies, TV shows, and sports, and, with the hands-free fun of Kinect, your voice is the remote control. Plus, friends and family are never far away when you can video chat face-to-face on the biggest screen in the house.
And now, look for better navigation, voice search, and all new video partners like UFC and YouTube.


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Builders who work on homes built before 1978 or homeowners planning a renovation that will disturb more than 6 square feet of surface need to become Certified Lead Renovators or have a contractor certified by taking a class offered by the North Peninsula Building Association.
The class will be taught by NPBA member Annie O'Rourke, who is a certified trainer.
The class is offered from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29, at the Service Master training room, 130 Harrison Road, in Carlsborg.
Cost is $150 for members, $250 for nonmembers, and includes individual registration with the Washington Department of Commerce.
To register, call the NPBA at 452-8160. For more information about the rule and the training, visit www.commerce.wa.gov/lead.


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TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Known as a leader in online education, Villanova University is pleased to announce a new Business Process Management (BPM) program. BPM creates process solutions on a broad, cross-functional, organization-wide scale to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
"Business Process Management is more applicable than ever for companies wanting to stay competitive," states Jeff Sipes, Villanova University's BPM faculty member. "BPM helps businesses improve their overall processes and align them with technology, saving them valuable time and money."
Upon completing Villanova's video-based three-course Master Certificate in Business Process Management program, projects and final exam, professionals will become a Certified Professional in Business Process Management (CPBPM), certified by Villanova University. No other university offers this in-demand certification.
The new BPM program tightly aligns with Villanova's existing process improvement programs, which all prepare students for industry-recognized certifications:
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Villanova the #1 Regional University in the North for more than 20 years. Villanova offers courses 100% online, powered by University Alliance technology. Professors lead the online courses, and students can log in at the same time to view the class, participate in white board discussions and more. If students are unable to attend the live instructor-led virtual classes, students can access recorded lectures 24/7. This instruction can be received through students' computer or mobile device.
For more details on how Villanova University can meet process improvement professionals' continuing education needs, call toll-free 1-855-300-1473 or visit www.Villanovau.com.
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Since 1842, Villanova University's Augustinian Catholic intellectual tradition has been the cornerstone of an academic community in which students learn to think critically, act compassionately and succeed while serving others. There are more than 10,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students in the University's five colleges-the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Villanova School of Business, the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing and the Villanova University School of Law. As students grow intellectually, Villanova prepares them to become ethical leaders who create positive change everywhere life takes them. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Villanova as the #1 Regional University in the North for more than 20 years.
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The University Alliance (UA) facilitates the promotion and online delivery of associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation's leading traditional universities and institutions. Powered by UA's technology and support services, its university partners have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments – making UA the largest facilitator of e-learning in the country. University partners include Villanova University, the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business, Florida Institute of Technology, Michigan State University, University of Florida, University of South Florida, Valparaiso University, New England College, University of St. Thomas, University of San Francisco, Jacksonville University, University of Vermont, The University of Scranton, and Dominican University.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, 80 percent of diseases are transmitted by touch. That's a good reminder for all food handlers to remember to wash their hands.
Reynolds Garden Café along Reynolds Road is in violation of using bare hands to prepare food. It received nine violations on Sept. 9.
The waitress was witnessed cutting toast without gloves. Unsafe food temperatures were also noted, and raw shell eggs were seen sitting out at room temperature.
Eight violations for Tim Horton's on Navarre in Oregon. An employee did not wash their hands before putting gloves on. Food was stored on the floor, some cleaning is needed to clean up food debris on floors, and employee's meals need to find a new home away from food being cooked and served.
The Dog House Pub and Grub on Lewis Avenue in Toledo had four violations: build up in the ice machine, the front door was propped open, and flies were reported in the facility.
Great news if you're a fan of the Arby's on Alexis Road. It had no violations during its inspection early this month. Same goes for Downtown Latte on South St. Clair in Toledo.
But Hot Ready Freddy/Armore Pizzeria on Broadway had five violations. Hand soap wasn't available for use in the kitchen, no dates were marked on select foods, no one working during the inspection was food safety certified, and a door was propped open.
The Bar on Jefferson in Toledo wraps up this week's report with no violations.
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It feels like yesterday that the baseball regular season started. We frolicked, hand in hand, through the season. You stopped to pick a flower and I said, "That dandelion looks like a French impressionist painting that you can see up close." Then we giggled and blew the parachute off its stalk. Today, the parachute lands and I'm sad. The regular season is done. As an action movie sidekick once said right before he was about to be killed, "NOOOO!!!" There's a cure for the post-baseball season blues — recapping the preseason top twenty lists and being hand fed Doritos.
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- European Association of Agricultural Economics EAAE; Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Faculty of Economics and Management; Institute for Agricultural Economics and Information UZEI
Dates: | September 18-19, 2012 |
Description: | Joint 131st EAAE Seminar and 21st Agrarian Perspectives Conference "Innovation for agricultural competitiveness and sustainability of rural areas" |
Location: | Prague, Congress Centre/the building of the Faculty of Economics and Management, Czech University of Life Sciences, Czech Republic |
Subject: | The objective of the seminar is to bring together research on innovation and policies that promote the innovation process and their effect on the competitiveness and sustainability of European agriculture and rural areas. This general objective can be expressed through five specific objectives/ seminar topics: 1. Assessing innovation processes that improve the competitiveness of agriculture and food industry. 2. Assessing the role of innovation in improving the economic viability of rural areas. 3. Assessing the importance of innovation for greening agriculture and environmental conservation. 4. Discussing institutions of innovation. 5. Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of policies promoting innovation (research, transfer of knowledge, investment, education), conflict or complementarity of policies. [gemäß den Informationen des Anbieters - according to site editor's information] |
JEL Code: | Q |
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Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned pro, effective classroom management is a critical piece of any successful classroom. Share what works.
Managing for Engagement
Sparked by our previous dialogues, I'm thinking we can develop a space to share and think through what builds authenticity and engagement in our classrooms.
What lessons or ways of learning spark your students' engagement and enthusiasm? What procedures and routines cultivate their engagement?


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I have a recipe for Green Chile & Cream Cheese Burgers to kick off my Blogger Burger Club! A crazy, delicious idea that was born a few weeks ago when my Dad knocked on my door to tell me about the burger he saw on Man vs. Food: a jalapeno and cream cheese topped burger.
The fact that he was telling me about it could only mean one thing. He wanted me to make it for him. And so I did. Sort of. A wimpier version with green chiles.
To get back to the story…A few days later I saw a story about a Burger of the Month Club, a group of men who get together and rate bacon cheeseburgers all over NYC. I couldn't help but think it was fate.
I did a brief search to see if any other bloggers were doing anything like it and found nothing. What I did find was that burger of the month clubs have been started in other cities. So why not a blogger burger club?
With summer coming I imagine we'll all be eating more burgers. Why not make it fun and try some new recipes we might not otherwise have tried?!
-Every two or three weeks I will post a burger to rate. It will be different from the Burger of the Month club because we will be rating the fixings/toppings/preparations more so than the burger itself.
-Make the green chile pepper & cream cheese burger, blog about it with your rating, link to me and let me know by e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com or by adding your link to the MckLinky below.
-The ratings will be based on a four-star rating:
-I will average out the ratings to give it one singular rating and also include a list of your links and ratings in a post where I announce the next burger.
Did you see this particular episode of Man vs. Food? It was in Denver, Colorado at Duff's Cherry Cricket where jalapenos are very generously piled on a burger with a thick slice of cream cheese.
My Dad and I both enjoyed this burger, although agreed we would of liked it to be a little spicier. I will be trying the burger again with jalapenos but for now my rating stands at 3 stars.
What I loved about it was how the cool cream cheese picks up a little warmth from the burger and just starts to soften and melt enough to mingle with the chiles for a delicious Southwest style flavor making it one of the most unique burgers I've ever eaten.
(Makes 2 burgers)
This challenge ends on April 28th.
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Matco has unveiled a special 25th Anniversary Lockback Knife and Collectors Pin set. The knife features a limited edition Matco Tools 25th Anniversary shield on the staglon handle and a 3-1/2" stainless steel blade. The pin offers the same logo, and both come packaged in a limited edition tin
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Tradesman Pro Organizers 55456BPL and 55455M
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Klein Tools introduces new tech bags to the popular Tradesman Pro Organizers line. These products are designed to hold laptops and other technical devices such as meters or smartphones.
The Tradesman Pro Tech Backpack (Cat. No. 55456BPL) and Tradesman Pro Tech Bag (Cat. No. 55455M) are designed for professionals that need to carry a laptop or tablet to the jobsite. Both bags have a separate compartment to keep laptops protected from other tools. There is also storage for adapters and cables as well as an organizer pocket for pens, phones, cables, and more.
3/4" Drive Socket Boss Twist Lock Socket Tray
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Helping improve storage in the drawer, on the bench, or on the go, the Ernst Mfg. 3/4" Drive Socket Boss Twist Lock Socket Trays fit a large set of tools using a small amount of storage space. Twist-Lock clips on the tray keep sockets secure and prevent tool loss. Socket rails stay locked in the tray for security, and unlock with the push of a button. Individual rails can be removed or switched for customization. Highly customizable, the tray allows users to add or remove socket clips, label socket sizes with ID stickers for labeling socket sizes and easy recognition of missing tools, trade colors and swap out drive sizes. Recommended color options: red for SAE and blue for metric sizes.
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Rousseau Metal developed the 5S Wall Panel to accomodate tools of different shapes, sizes and weights. This multi-functional panel system allows users to identify exactly where each item should go on a single surface with visual identification. This system allows users to make sure they're nt missing any tools. On a single panel, easily combine round hooks (for small and/or light items), "spike" hooks (for heavy and/or bulky items), holders for cans and supports for plastic bins, to optimize the space available.
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Keen's utility socks are built left foot- and right foot-specific for optimal fit with a three-layer impact cushioning system in the heel, metatarsal and toe areas. For additional cushioning these socks are extra durable knit in high stress areas and include a seamless toe as well as arch support to stop bunching. Available in various colors in men's M-L-XL and women's S-M-L.
- Product From Master Magnetics
The Magnetic Knife and Tool Holder from Master Magnetics holds up to 30 lbs per inch and helps organize garages by storing frequently used tools for quick and convenient access. The magnet comes in screw-mount or magnetic-mount style, and in black or stainless-steel color.
Verus custom-fit foam drawer organizers
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The Snap-on Verus custom-fit foam drawer organizers allow technicians to turn their tool cart into a high-end mobile diagnostic tool station. The custom-fit foam drawer organizers keeps the Snap-on Verus and its accessories clean, organized, secure and protected. The four-piece rigid foam insert pad has dedicated locations for standard accessories, plus optional scan adapters, scope accessories, ignition adapters, amp probe and more. Makes diagnostic quicker and less difficult than ever.
- Product From Hansen Global Inc.
Hansen Global's Hex & Torx Tray, for 3/8" drive chrome plated sockets, helps automotive technicians instantly find the socket or bit they need. Molded of tough ABS plastic to resist oil, grease and solvents. Sizes for each of the SAE, Metric and Torx Sockets are pad printed for instant identification. Tray holds 3/8" SAE Hex socket sizes 1/8", 9/64", 5/32", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 5/16" and 3/8"; metric sizes 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm and 10mm; and Torx bit sizes 27, 30, 40, 45, 47, 50, 55 and 60. Tray is non-magnetic for easy removal of hex and torx bits. Sockets not included. Made in the USA.
18" Twist Lock Pro Series Socket System
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Organize socket sets with the Ernst Mfg. 18" Twist Lock Pro Series Socket Sysetm. This magnetic set of socket rails, constructed of Rare Earth magnets, allows for easy socket access, storage and transport. The recessed magnets will not scratch or mar the paint on toolboxes. Five socket rails are included to hold 15 1/4" drive sockets, 15 3/8" drive sockets, 15 1/2" drive sockets and a ratchet and extension of each drive size. Includes 288 socket identification stickers. Comes with a full lifetime guarantee. Made in the USA.
All Weather Mobile Tool Chest (AWMTC)
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Regardless of weather, location, or working conditions, the Snap-on All Weather Mobile Tool Chest (AWMTC) provides convenient, secure, versatile and watertight storage for tools that must be readily moved. It even has a lid that doubles as a seat when the case is open. The Snap-on AWMTC comes in two configurations: either with two 2" drawers plus six 1" drawers, or three 2" drawers plus four 1" drawers. A 22" wheel base for improved stability during transportation and solid rubber wheels that absorb the shock of rough surfaces. Available in four colors: black, olive, tan and orange.
Specialized Technicians Work Center, No. R5XHG-4005
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Rousseau Metal Inc. offers the Specialized Technicians Work Center, No. R5XHG-4005, giving shops a multitude of possible layout options for any workspace. The specialized structure for technicians allows you to store a number of accessories, from the simplest of tools to a computer with LCD monitor; while being very easy to access. The component layout is easy to change with a minimum number of tools. Users can easily change and expand the structure. All screws are hidden from view, for an overall aesthetically appealing look.


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Size: Holds 2 x 24Watt T5 HO Bulbs
30" dual lamp fixture - accommodates 22" lamps. Sleek low profile design with hinged mounting brackets for easy tank access. Dual lamp capacity for custom lighting blends and dual switch for independent control. Clear splash guard and internal reflector to maximize lumen output. Optional wire cable suspension kit included.


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CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Trading in her baggy sweats and oversized T-shirt, Sarah Erwin Vance left her Logan home for the bright lights -- and sky-high stilettos -- of New York City.
Vance, 28, traveled to the city Thursday for a "Mommy Makeover" courtesy of the "Live with Kelly and Michael" show, which aired Monday morning.
"It was phenomenal -- once in a lifetime!" Vance said. "My husband and I had never been to New York City, so it was a wonderful trip all around. We got to explore, and I got this new look; I really, really like it."
Watch Vance's appearance on "Live with Kelly and Michael"
Vance's dark brown tresses were dyed honey blonde with two rounds of highlights and cut into a modern short shag.
The rest went to Locks of Love, marking the fourth time in eight years the cancer survivor has donated her hair to the organization.
"Friday was hair day. I was at the salon from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. We got the works -- manicure, pedicure, color and cut," the occupational therapist said.
"But what took so long, Lawrence, the stylist, his first decision is not usually his last. He cut my hair four or five times. I never thought I'd be blonde in my life!"
Vance was chosen from a pool of makeover applicants. Her co-worker, Beth Shawver, convinced her to throw her hat in the ring.
"We were just talking one day about getting gray hair; she said she'd love a makeover," said Shawver, 40, a registered nurse at Logan Regional Medical Center.
"I just saw the day before they were having that contest, and I tried to see if I could put her name in, but you had to apply yourself."
With the encouragement of her co-worker, Vance did just that.
She found the show's web site and penned her life story upon the essay prompt. She wrote about being diagnosed with leukemia as a teenager; about undergoing chemotherapy; about her sister donating her own hair for a wig; and about ultimately going into remission, where she has been for the past 12 years.
"When Sara had cancer, she lost all of her hair very quickly," said her sister, Brianne Erwin, 31, of Vancouver, Wash. "At that point in my life, I had very long hair because of my mother's religion. It was almost down to my waist.
"At that point in my life, my hair was a defining factor. That's something people remember you by. But watching what chemotherapy does -- it's such an easy thing to get rid of to make her feel more comfortable."


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Where Do I Buy?: Pillows For Working Late
'Pillows for working late' is a three-piece ensemble created by Polish designer Maja Ganszyniec. It comes with a collar, tie and sleeve that are soft and the perfect place to lay your head should you find yourself dozing off at your desk. I don't think you have to be working late to use them. I mean, I just got to work and I can barely keep my eyessssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
Whoa, I just had a dream I came to work naked. Oh, uh-oh. Think they'll send me home if I run over my penis with an office chair?
'Pillows for working late' makes your desk better than your bed [dvice]
This is a pillow that looks like a laptop. It's nonfunctional (as a computer, fully functional as a sleep aid), but soft. I don't even know if they're for sale, but let's be honest, you wouldn't buy one if they were. Oh you would? *yelling down to the basement* Say, it doe... / Continue →
The Pillow Blanket is a blanket made out of interconnecting pillows that looks comfy as all hell. I want one. And not just for the pillow fights you and I could have! No, I would throw myself down on that mother after a long night of drinking and puke to my stomach's content... / Continue →
The Arm Sleeper Pillow is a grossly overpriced ($99) head receptacle that has a groove underneath so you can sleep on your arm without cutting off the circulation and having to get it amputated. Of course, this also means no more strangers when you wake up, so it's kind of a t... / Continue →


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As the title says, I'm searching for Panpour, Rufflet, and Cubchoo in my quest to complete the Unova Dex. I'll need others, eventually, but for now I am looking for these.
I am willing to trade any starter I have, which is the three Gen I, Cyndaquil, Torchic, and the Unovas. I also have Pansage and Sear. And a recently hatched Deino.


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A high-potency botanical supplement utilized for intestinal defense. Para-Gard® contains botanical concentrates and standardized extracts shown to exhibit activity against a variety of intestinal organisms in in-vitro and in-vivo studies.
They work with your digestive system - one of the frontlines for immune health.
A healthy immune system also depends on healthy intestinal flora - the "good bacteria" that help us digest nutrients properly.
Para-Gard® supports healthy digestion when your eating habits may be altered, plus it helps keep your immune system running smoothly.
Directions for Use: Take 2 or 3 capsules twice daily with meals.
* Daily value not establishedThese statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Other IngredientsVegetable capsule (modified cellulose), cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide.


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Cancer Cell, Volume 23, Issue 1, 129, 14 January 2013
Add/View Comments (0)Ras Modulates Myc Activity to Repress Thrombospondin-1 Expression and Increase Tumor Angiogenesis
Randolph S. Watnick1, Yi-Ning Cheng2, Annapoorni Rangarajan1, Tan A. Ince1, 3 and Robert A. Weinberg1, 2, ,
1 Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA
2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA
3 Department of Pathology, Division of Women's and Perinatal Pathology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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(Cancer Cell, 3, 219–231, March 2003)
We recently were made aware of a number of errors that were made in the processing/compiling of data figures in this paper. Although we stand by the conclusions of the paper and intend to provide support for them in future publications, the inappropriate presentation did not and does not fall within the bounds of acceptable scientific practice. Accordingly, we are retracting the paper in its entirety. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
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Davis Takes National Stage With Gubernatorial Bid
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Democratic state Sen. Wendy Davis is expected to announce her bid for Texas governor on Thursday. When she does, she'll be speaking not only to Texans but also national Democratic fundraisers she'll need to compete in the predominantly Republican state.
Davis gained national attention when she filibustered an abortion bill in June. Democratic activists toasted her at parties in New York, San Francisco and Washington. Now, she will see if they will help with her campaign or spend their money in other states where Democrats face tighter races. Communications director for the Democratic Governors' Association, Danny Kanner, says supporters see a path to victory. He said if Davis generates early excitement, she'll get the money. Her main opponent, Attorney General Greg Abbott, already has $25 million to her $1.3 million.


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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve (PHOTO COURTESY OF TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA / December 17, 2012) |
Orchestral rock is grandiose. It's majestic. And guess what? Those attributes link up well with the celebration of Christmas. The prog rock of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and all that goes with it — lasers, pyrotechnics, smoke and sizzle — has become a cottage industry for the band, now in its third decade of existence. The TSO's 2004 album, The Lost Christmas Eve, was the last in their so-called "Christmas Trilogy," further evidence that, when it comes to ho-ho-hos, these guys don't screw around. The story (yes, there is one) makes its way to Hartford's XL Center on Dec. 20, just before the mad rush of late-night present-wrapping, stocking stuffing and last-minute shopping. It's a great way to blow off some steam and bask in the splendour of orchestral rock. And Christmas.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
Dec. 20, 6:30 p.m., $33-$71, XL Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Hartford, (860) 249-6333, xlcenter.com.


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Two Seattle tourists get the chance of a lifetime as they throw out their travel plans and let Bert take the lead on a 3-day dream vacation. Their trip includes skydiving, rafting and much more.
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And the prize for animal most likely to be stolen/forcibly adopted from your local zoo goes too…
Nathan draws pictures in Melbourne. Nerdy pictures. Fuelled by coffee. Works in progress and new stuff turns up on his facebook page quite regularly.
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Really great colour use on this.
Red Panda's are awesome.
Excellent work, this : )
So cool Nathan. Love this. How ever did you do it? You can bmail if you like if not don't worry. I'm just interested in learning about different techniques.
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