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The arrest in Serbia of Ratko Mladic brought to an end a 16-year manhunt for the highest-profile suspect still at large from the Balkan wars of the 1990s.
The arrest in Serbia of Ratko Mladic brings to an end a 16-year man hunt for the highest profile suspect still at large from the Balkan wars of the 1990s.
Former UN Envoy to Yugoslavia David Owen explains why the arrest of Ratko Mladic took so long.
Former Serbian leader Radovan Karadzic appeared in court Monday to defend himself on charges of war crimes and genocide, resuming a trial which he has fought for years to delay.
A top former international prosecutor has said that Serb leaders who face war crimes trials often use the proceedings to try to enhance their reputations among "fringe groups."
CNN's Christiane Amanpour talks to one of the three rotating Bosnian Presidents about continuing ethnic division there.
The genocide trial of former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic resumed Tuesday at The Hague after a six-week break, with the first witness taking the stand.
CNN's Nic Robertson reports on the resumption of the genocide trial of Radovan Karadzic.
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic finally took the stand Monday at the U.N.'s international tribunal at The Hague to defend himself against genocide charges stemming from the 1992-1995 Bosnian conflict.
As the genocide trial of former Bosnian Serb Leader Radovan Karadzic resumed Monday in the Netherlands, a member of Bosnia-Herzegovina's rotating presidency said that, in effect, "ethnic cleansing" continues -- 15 years after a brutal civil war there ended.
The genocide trial of Radovan Karadzic resumed Monday after a four-month postponement, with the former Bosnian Serb leader presenting his opening statements.
The war crimes tribunal trying Bosnian genocide suspect Radovan Karadzic is imposing a lawyer on him, it announced Thursday.
Bosnian war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic launched a full-throated attack on the International War Crimes Tribunal Tuesday, as he appeared at a hearing to discuss his refusal to appear for trial.
1) For the 19th year in a row, the United Nations General Assembly voted this week almost unanimously to express its opposition to what?
Former Bosnian Serb leader Biljana Plavsic was released from prison in Sweden Tuesday, after serving two thirds of an 11-year sentence for crimes against humanity.
Prosecutors in the long-awaited war crimes trial of Radovan Karadzic said they will push ahead Tuesday, though the Bosnian Serb leader is expected to be a no-show once again.
After Bosnian Serb wartime leader Radovan Karadzic's failure to appear at the start of his trial on genocide and war crimes charges CNN Senior International Correspondent Nic Robertson explains what happens next.
The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia has successfully brought dozens of war criminals to justice, but a "truth commission" is still necessary if the region's ethnic factions are ever to achieve lasting reconciliation, according to a former legal adviser to the court.
U.N. judges adjourned the long-awaited war-crimes trial of Radovan Karadzic on Monday after the former Bosnian Serb leader refused to appear on the opening day.
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic intends to skip the start of his war crimes trial because he says he has had too little time to prepare, a spokeswoman for the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia said Thursday.
The war crimes trial of former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic is set to begin October 26, the U.N. war crimes tribunal at The Hague said Friday.
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic appeared Tuesday at The Hague for a pre-trial hearing to discuss an amended indictment on war crimes and genocide charges.
A defiant Radovan Karadzic refused to enter a plea before the international criminal court. CNN's Paula Netwon reports.
Lawyers for Radovan Karadzic are trying to delay his transfer. CNN's Alessio Vinci reports.
Former Bosnian Serb Leader Radovan Karadzic refused to enter a plea Friday on war crimes and genocide charges, leading the judge at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia to enter a plea of "not guilty" on his behalf.
The Bosnian Serb leader rejects the court's authority but will have to answer to genocide charges anyway
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic is scheduled to enter pleas Friday at the U.N.'s Yugoslav war crimes tribunal to 11 charges that include genocide and crimes against humanity
A plea in the case of Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian Serb leader accused of war crimes, will be entered next week, the tribunal at The Hague said on Friday.
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic says he made a deal with the United States to disappear from public life -- in exchange for immunity from the war crimes tribunal he's currently facing.
When he first appeared he seemed almost like a school boy who knows he done wrong, diligently following the instructions of his three tribunal guards, not at all the bombastic and flamboyant Serb leader I remember from my years covering the Bosnian war.
Former Bosnian Serb President Radovan Karadzic appeared in a war crimes court for the first time Thursday and claimed irregularities in his arrest.
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic was in U.N. custody at The Hague on Wednesday, preparing for his first court appearance more than 13 years after he was first indicted for war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity.
Supporters of Radovan Karadzic rally in Serbia as his extradition nears.
CNN's Alessio Vinci reports on the delays in Radovan Karadzic's extradition to face a war crimes tribunal.
Hundred of Serbs took to the streets of Belgrade to protest the capture of Bosnian Serb genocide suspect Radovan Karadzic.
The Bosnian Serb accused war criminal is following a long-standing tradition by planning to defend himself
Court officials in Belgrade have not received an appeal preventing the extradition of former Bosnian Serb President Radovan Karadzic.
The lawyer of former Bosnian Serb president Radovan Karadzic was expected to launch an appeal Friday to block his client's extradition to The Hague to face an international war crimes tribunal.
The deadline for Radovan Karadzic to appeal extradition to a United Nations war crimes tribunal expires soon
"Slaughterhouse" author David Rieff talks about why people should not forget former Serb President Radovan Karadzic.
Former Bosnian Serb President Radovan Karadzic, who has been indicted on war crimes charges, plans to defend himself in front of a U.N. tribunal, his lawyer said.
Former Bosnian leader Radovan Karadzic will fight extradition from Serbia on war crime charges, his lawyer said Tuesday.
The arrest of Bosnian Serb war crimes fugitive Radovan Karadzic is an important step in the reconciliation process in the Balkans, Christiane Amanpour, CNN senior international correspondent, says.
CNN's Christiane Amanpour recalls the rise to prominence and notoriety of captured Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic.
International justice is often derided, but Samantha Power writes that its recent successes have been hard to ignore
The man who ravaged Bosnia in the name of Greater Serbia is finally caught, not by NATO but by the country he once served
The arrest of Bosnian Serb war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic, offers a clear indication of Serbia's shift towards the West in recent months after years as an international pariah even with Belgrade still at odds with the international community over the status of the breakaway province of Kosovo.
Radovan Karadzic's arrest after a decade-long hunt is the equivalent of catching Europe's Osama bin Laden, the U.S. diplomat who brokered peace in Bosnia says.
CNN's Paula Newton speaks to a Hague Tribunal spokeswoman about what's next for Radovan Karadzic.
Former Bosnian Serb President Radovan Karadzic is in custody in Belgrade, Serbia, and will soon be handed over to an international war crimes tribunal at The Hague, Netherlands, to face charges over his alleged role in Balkans war atrocities.
Radovan Karadzic grew a long, white beard to conceal his identity and even managed to openly practice alternative medicine while in hiding
Radovan Karadzic, whose Interpol charges listed "flamboyant behavior" as a distinguishing characteristic, was a practicing psychiatrist who came to be nicknamed the "Butcher of Bosnia."
Analysis: The arrest of Bosnian war criminal Radovan Karadzic underscores the West's inability to stop genocide
Serbia's war crimes prosecutor says a judge has ordered ex-Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic's transfer to the UN's war crimes tribunal in The Hague, Netherlands
The U.N. war crimes tribunal has convicted former Bosnian Serb parliamentary speaker Momcilo Krajisnik of war crimes and sentenced him to 27 years in prison, but cleared him of genocide charges.
A longtime Croatian war crimes fugitive wanted for crimes during the Balkan wars has been arrested in Spain, according to the office of the prosecutor in the Hague.
Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian-Serb leader, is accused of having been responsible for running concentration-style detention camps, and the massacre at the NATO so-called safe haven of Srebrenica.
Former Yugoslav President Slobodan Milosevic was described as "an intellectual" and "a moderate" by the first defense witness at his war crimes trial.
War crimes fugitive Ratko Mladic is believed to be holed up in the border regions of Serbia and Bosnia, Serbia's pro-Western president is reported to have said.
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell called on Bosnians on Saturday to enact reforms and to arrest former Bosnian Serb leaders accused of war crimes.
NATO troops have carried out searches in Bosnia's Serb Republic a day after the West's peace envoy sacked 60 senior Serb officials for failure to arrest top war crimes fugitive Radovan Karadzic.
The U.N. High Representative to Bosnia Wednesday sacked 60 high-level Serb officials because they failed to arrest suspected war criminals, calling their lack of action a "sustained, long-term, gross refusal."
Chief U.N. war crimes prosecutor for the former Yugoslavia, Carla Del Ponte, says she is optimistic that former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic will be in custody by the end of the day Wednesday.
Hundreds of Bosnian Serbs have been protesting after two people were wounded by NATO troops hunting war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic.
More than three dozen NATO troops stormed a residential building in Bosnia-Herzegovina in search of wanted war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic as part of an renewed bid to capture the former Bosnian Serb leader.
News that Bosnian Serb war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic is living in Belgrade, according to war crimes prosecutor Carla del Ponte, has put the spotlight back on the U.N.'s most wanted man.
Bosnian Serb war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic is living in Belgrade, United Nations war crimes prosecutor Carla del Ponte has said.
NATO-led peacekeepers captured the former bodyguard to Radovan Karadzic, the ex-Bosnian Serb leader wanted by a U.N. war crimes tribunal for a 1995 massacre of 8,000 men and boys.
A senior U.N. prosecutor has said a lack of political will by the West means genocide suspect Radovan Karadzic is unlikely ever to be arrested.
Fans of Radovan Karadzic have taunted NATO after a failed manhunt for the genocide suspect, saying "our people" would keep him from the clutches of the West.
NATO-led peacekeepers have been continuing their intensive search for indicted war crimes suspect Radovan Karadzic in a Bosnian Serb stronghold.
NATO forces launched a "large-scale operation" Saturday morning in Bosnia to hunt for a wanted war crimes suspect, according to a spokesman with the NATO Stabilization Force.
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Sweetheart Tulle A Line Gown with Lace Appliques Style 9V3587
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A train that just brushes the floor.
A popular neckline for brides seeking a stylish and versatile look (offering unlimited jewelry and accessory options).
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A decorative fabric design or lace cutout that is applied to another fabric such as a dress, veil or shoes.
A dress with a fitted bodice that gradually flares from the waist. A-line styles are flattering for all women.
A dress with a fitted bodice that gradually flares from the waist. A-line styles are flattering for all women.
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GORGEOUSGORGEOUSGORGEOUS!!! I did NOT like this dress, to be honest I nicknamed it "the 80's prom dress from hades" I am a tall plus sized woman, in fact I have modeled wedding dresses previously, so I am hard to please... I picked LOTS of other dresses, and even had another picked out, was ready to leave, when the sales lady pointed out this was the last one I had in the room, and I might like it on, as I wanted something different, #first wedding dress was a ballgown, with HUGE 90's sleeves, and a ridiculously long train, and it was shiny white, I wanted to avoid all of that if possible# I declined at first and then thought I was there I might as well try it on, I LOVED IT!!! It's truly a beautiful flattering gown, I believe it looks better on a plus frame than a small one, the color is gorgeous and just right for someone who wants something that not everyone else has.... It was more than I hoped for, I expect to lose a little weight before the wedding, but I know that it is not necessary to be beautiful on MY day. This dress does it ALL!! August 5, 2014
Try it on! When Lynn, my sales/helper, brought in this dress I didn't like it on the hanger at all. I pushed it to the back and tried on 6 other dresses first. It was the last dressed I tried on and I feel in love with it. The hanger look does not do this dress any justice. It was very flattering for my build and fit me perfect. I'm not even going to need to hem this one up. This is a definite must try if you are plus size. July 7, 2014
Stunning As others said, I didn't have this on my favorites list. It just so happened to be in the David's Bridal magazine and my future mother in law saw it. We asked about it and I tried it on. It is so flattering to a plus size figure. I also think the ivory / champagne color is flattering to my lighter skin instead of being washed out with white. I love it and bought it. June 13, 2014
love! My advice to everyone---keep an open mind!!! I had saved 13 dresses to my favorites, and this dress was not one of them. I was sure of what I wanted, and the sales associate told me to keep an open mind and she would pull some others. When I saw the dress I said I didn't want to try it on because I was completely set on a WHITE dress, but I decided to give it a try anyway. When I walked out of the dressing room, everyone with me(6 people!) loved it. I was still unsure as my guys were going to be in tan and I thought it would clash. One of my Bridesmaids ran down to the other end of the strip mall and asked Men's Warehouse to borrow a tan tux. To my surprise, the associate showed up with the whole mannequin and it matched beautifully! I'm having aqua & tan colors and a sandy/starfish/sand dollar/sea shell/beachy kind of theme and I must say the champagne color REALLY works with it! June 10, 2014
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If you have an idea for a new feature, a comment, or a suggestion, please drop us a line – we would love to hear from you.
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Monthly average temperatures and precipitation (same data as website).34 votes
Update to support iOS 7
I think you should integrate some new feature that come with iOS 7, like transparent backgrounds. I think the current UI is fantastic, yet I would like to see some changes, because it's bee the same for quite some time now. Also, you should update the keyboard to the new iOS 7 Keyboard at the LEAST.73 votes
Set alarm for temperature
When we are inside all the time we aren't always aware of the temperature changes outside. If I could set my own alarm for a certain temperature I would know I should get pets and certain potted plants in doors149 votes
Turn off pollen alerts. Have mine set to none but still get them
Turn off pollen alerts. Have mine set to none but still get them2,439 votes
A way to report severe weather changes in our city
A link to report severe weather in your community.116 votes
Change background automatically based on forecast
Have generic pictures for a rainy day background, sunny, cloudy, snow, etc. that change automatically based on the current weather.1,378 votes
Add something similar to weatherbug that tells you how close lightning is to your location
The feature is called spark and would be nice to have something similar on this app220 votes
484 votes
Minimize or not show bottom row options
I hate the newest version w/ large graphics at bottom of screen.
(Pollen count, radar & "hey watch this"). Between ads, graphics I don't use & iPhone body itself, half the phone face is useless. I do use radar on occasion but the small blue buttons we had prior were sufficient. I find myself rarely using this app anymore because of these changes.488 votes
Bring back the "share" button for Facebook!!!
You took the "share" button off the app. Please bring it back!932 votes
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Tell us what time rain/snow will start/stop for iPhone version
Please add what time rain and snow will start and stop on the home screen for the iphone. You already have it on the new android app and on the iPad version. Please put in on the iPhone.177 votes
This feature will be available in the upcoming The Weather Channel iPhone App. Thanks for your feedback!
488 votes
Make no advertisements version free for limited time
Make the no advertisement version free for limited time982 votes
Morning greeting!
Morning greeting! I think it would be cool that when your morning alarm goes off, you are awoken by your alarm and that days weather. Sunny, cloudy, highs, lows. You get the idea! Just a thought!!143 votes
Highway weather for travelers.
Many people are on the road and would like to know the weather conditions for their planned route. Map it?379 votes
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Columbia Battle Ridge Short
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Lightweight, quick dry nylon shorts great for hot,…
Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $29
Lightweight, quick dry nylon shorts great for hot, humid days. Also works well for canoeing and fishing where you might get wet and what to dry off fast if you do. Demonstrates the quality that Columbia normally builds into their "active" line of clothing.
- Very lightweight
- Quick drying
- Can go several days on the trail without stinking
- Hard to find the 9" lenght where I shop
- Only one back pocket has a zipper
- The other back pocket's velcro tab isn't big enough
Columbia's Battle Ridge shorts can be found at most department stores, mine came from Belk on sale for $29. They are made of nylon with polyester mesh pockets, with two inseam lengths - 9 inches and 11 inches. Two front pockets and two back pockets. The right back pocket has a zipper but the left side only has a small Velcro patch. There is also one cargo pocket on the right side, again secured by one Velcro patch. Mine are dark green, with other colors offered as well.
The medium size fit my 34" waist very comfortably without the need for a belt, and the 9inch inseam falls just above the knee (which is still too long, but what can you do these days?) The front pockets are very deep, which is good in that nothing falls out. However, it does lead to your car keys being uncomfortably low down on your thigh. Issue for me, may not be for others. The velcro patch on the back right pocket isn't big enough to secure the pocket, which matters to me as that is where my wallet goes.
The interior mesh pockets and other details seem to be firmly attached and up to the quality that folks expect from Columbia. There is also a bit of contrasting interior sticking and an extra waist button. The belt loops accept a 1" belt. The waist button stayed buttoned.
I've used these shorts on several outing, including a week long Scout summer camp, and several hikes. Generally speaking, you can wear the shorts for several days straight without issue or smell. They are great in hot, humid weather with excellent breathability. They are not overly baggy, and fit well under a pair of rain pants without riding up. No chafing or other issues.
Of note, I've been very impressed with their quick drying capability. I've gotten soaked in a rainstorm and the shorts dried within 45 min or so, even though the humidity was around 80%. Also I was able to push through a blackberry patch on a couple of occasions and the shorts don't show any damage from the thorns. At the Scout camp, it rained almost every day, and the shorts were dry and ready to go each morning.
Overall I've been very happy with them and am considering buying a couple more colors to go with my green ones.
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CLOSEOUTS . Suitable for hiking and casual wear, Columbia Sportswear Battle Ridge shorts are made of lightweight, quick-drying nylon with a partially elasticized waistband and multiple pockets. Available Colors: GRILL, FOSSIL, PEATMOSS, MAJOR. Sizes: 1X-BIG, 2X-BIG, 3X-BIG, 4X-BIG.
- Sierra Trading Post
The Jackson Rock Star Kayak is shorter, faster, bigger looping, easier cartwheels, looser, lighter, and snappier makes playboating a joy! Once again a boat that makes you better, right away! The secret? Refined rocker profile, drop chines, more volume, refined bow shape, balanced volume distribution, and a new higher seating position that gives you more leverage. Beginners will be more challenged for river running, but be rewarded with easier/bigger/faster moves. The higher seating position will take some getting used to, but if you want to progress uber fast, go for it. For the best in conventional playboating and seating- get the 2010 All-Star. Intermediates will truly know they have jumped into something special. It will take a day or two to get used to sitting 1.5? higher up, but Moves will be easier, bigger, snappier, and your friends will be impressed with your playboating in your first day. The speed and looseness of the hull will shock you as the boat is a full inch shorter than the All-Star. Experts will rock this boat after a few rides to get used to the 1.5? higher seat. Wave riding will be more aerial, faster, looser, and the moves will feel effortless. Hole riding will be like a trampoline ride. Powerful launches up and out of the water for loop moves, while the boat will rotate around your body like a pin-wheel for vertical moves due to the improved volume distribution (more in the stern). McNasty and Phonix Monkey moves were made easier with improved rocker profile in the bow to allow it to ?reel up? high before throwing. Wow, then Wow, and at least another 20 Wows every time you try something different.
- RockCreek
The Battle Ridge Shorts are great for outdoor adventures or a day walking around the city. With UPF 30 sun protection, an active fit and several pockets for everything you need, these shorts can be worn almost anywhere.
- Ramsey Outdoor
Battle Ridge shorts by Columbia offers OMNI-SHADE UPF 30 sun protection along with an active fit, gusset detail for comfort, two front pockets, one cargo pocket & two back pockets with zipper closures. International Shipping Prohibited. Fabric: 100% polyester Lined Zip-fly with button closure Side cargo pocket Hand pockets Omni-Shade UPF 30 sun protection 11 in length hits above knee Includes belt
- Rocky Mountain Trail
Columbia Battle Ridge Short
$19.95 - $34.95
The Columbia Battle Ridge Short is not available from the stores we monitor. It was last seen March 15, 2014 at Sierra Trading Post.
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What is an Asset Care Annuity with Long Term Care Benefits
Asset Based Long Term Care Insurance
I had not heard this term before and came across when looking at long term care options. From what I have read the term "asset-based long term care" means a combination or hybrid long term care products. For example you might combine your life
First, asset-based long term care products are not the same as health-based LTCI policies. With a health based product you make payments on your policy and receive benefits when you need long term care. Nothing else is involved. The policy is straightforward. You pay premiums for long term care. If you don't use it you get no other benefits from the policy.
Asset-based products are underwritten and issued by life insurance companies, and have life insurance or an annuity involved. This means that the money for benefits comes from the death benefits and cash values, if you need long term care. They are commonly funded with a one time payment that you get from your savings such as other annuities, CDs, rainy day funds, or qualified money. This money should not be money you need for income as it will be tied up for quite awhile. For more detailed information see our post Annuities with Long Term Care Riders
Life insurance policies with long term care use the death benefit to pay for the long term care. At death, any unused benefits pass income tax-free to heirs, and tax-qualified long term care benefits are also income tax-free. Life insurance options include both whole and universal life. While universal life insurance can sometimes offer slightly higher benefits, whole life-based products typically offer many more guarantees.
Annuity-based products have an advantage in that they are covered by the Pension Protection Act, which states that if specific criteria are met, annuity withdrawals for qualifying long term care expenses can be taken income tax-free. Annuity-based products accumulate value which will be used to pay for future LTC expenses.
How to Monetize a Free Website or Blog
How to Monetize a WordPress Blog
Blogging for money is an ideal job for stay at home moms or anyone who doesn't want to work in a office environment or retail setting. If you don't have the first idea about how blogs make money, this article is for you. If you search on the term internet marketing you get a lot of people wanting you to buy their system or promising you quick easy ways to make money. Honestly, it is not easy and it is not quick but it is doable.
If you look at sites about how to make money online you will find a lot of information about how to get visitors to your site which you need to know about eventually but first you need to figure out when they get there what it is you want them to do that will earn you some dollars.
Google Adsense – When you sign up for the adsense program Google automatically puts ads on your site. Google analyzes what your site about and then puts ads on your site that relate to what you are writing about. In other words if your blog is about cooking, you will have ads relating to baking products, kitchen appliances and cookbooks etc. When the reader of the blog clicks on the ad you get paid. Google does all the work as far as they advertising goes, you just find the people.
The only drawback is that Google pays different amounts of money for different types of ads. For instance if you are selling insurance you could get as much as $40.00 per click and that sounds good. But you may not want to blog about insurance you may want to blog about cooking. The cooking ads though only pay .50 cents a click or less. So adsense is good if your clicks are worth a lot of money otherwise it is hard to get enough visitors to your site to make any kind of money. Plus high paying ads like insurance tend to be very competitive.
Sell a product – Here is where the term affiliate marketing comes from. If you have done any research on making money by blogging you will have come across this term. You have to do more selling with this method than you do with the Google Adsense approach but you will probably make more money.
Affiliate marketing companies have a vast variety of products that you can sell and you make a commission. The marketing company will give you the ad for the product you are selling. You just copy and paste it into your article. If your reader clicks on ad and buys something you make money. These blogs work best if it is a product that you would be interested in. For instance is you have pet birds, you might have a blog about your kind of bird or maybe a few kinds of birds and sell products such as toys for those birds. Check out Shareasale.com
You can still have Google adsense even if you sell a product. Most bloggers will have some adsense ads but also ads for products related to the topics on the site.
Contribution sites – If you don't want to sell anything but just want to produce quality articles about your topic, you can ask for contributions. It's simple to add a PayPal link to a website, and many people are willing to pay something to a site that is advertising free and has just plain good information. A contribution site should have information that is not easily found elsewhere. In other words the site should be focused on something fairly specific. Usually this is personal experience you have because you have been interested in this topic for a long time.
If you are looking for other work at home opportunities see our post Are There Work From Home Jobs That are Real and BBB Approved
Are Home Inspection Business Profitable
Home Inspection Franchise Opportunity
Professional home inspection is a job many people consider when going out on their own. The question is can you make any money at it? So many home based businesses people tell you about turn out to be not so great. Mostly that is because they are not working in them they just "heard" that the particular occupation is a good thing to do.
So let's look at the numbers and see if professional home inspection is a possible profitable home based business. An estimated 5.37 million home inspections were conducted in the United States last year and the percentage of homes inspected is steadily increasing. There is a strong, long-term demand for qualified individuals to start careers as home inspectors. Employment for home inspectors is expected to grow faster than average compared to other fields, according to the BLS.
In areas with high numbers of resales, home inspection is a volume business where home inspectors can earn $1,000 or more in a single day by inspecting several homes. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average annual salary for the entire category of construction and building inspectors in 2009 was $53,550 (www.bls.gov).
What home inspectors do is set by a national standards of practice. So if you want to become a home inspector you have to get the training to learn what the standards are. If you choose to buy a franchise all the training will be part of the franchise fee. If you decide to go out completely on your own there are several training programs that will help you get started.
The ASHI American Society of Home Inspectors offers them, as does the National Association of Home Inspectors Inc. (NAHI). Some community colleges also offer extension courses in building inspections, or you can look into private home-study courses. Be sure to ask about any financial aid you may qualify for.
Courses typically cover standards of practice and systems, such as exterior, interior, structural and heating. Other areas of study may also include state-specific regulations and codes in the home inspection field.
State licensure usually requires that a home inspector have a minimum of relevant coursework, experience in the form of previous employment in the construction field, successful completion of an exam and liability insurance.
After you get your training what do you need to get going?
1. Business license or certification, as well as bonding and insurance for errors and omissions, if necessary.
2. A website, vehicle signage, business cards and print and online advertising to promote your home inspection business.
3. Strong networking skills to develop relations with real estate agents, contractors and homeowners.
For more work at home ideas see our post Call Center Inbound Work at Home
Different state have different requirements for licensing and course hours required. So check with your local chapter of home inspectors and talk to someone already working in the business to find out.
Call Center Inbound Work at Home
Home Office Inbound Call Center
There has been a lot of attention in the media about home based call center jobs recently. They are usually referred to as "Virtual call centers." Typically you think of a call center as a large group of people in one room with a bank of phones but now most employees work from their own homes.
One of the things you should know before you consider an at home call center job is that most of these employers want a quiet work environment. Background noises such as children, music, television or pets is generally not tolerated.
Generally these companies are looking for people with a professional, pleasant phone presence, a reliable personal computer, a wired high-speed internet connection (DSL or cable connection) and a traditional corded telephone plus a corded headset that is attached to your phone.
To begin the process of getting one of these jobs you usually complete an online application and Pre-Interview screening. Then you have a "voice Audition " and finally an over-the-phone interview. The whole process is either online or over the phone.
Almost all virtual call center companies provide online training, but some companies wants their agents to undergo training at their call center for few weeks. A background check may be required by some centers after being selected for employment and you may have to pay this fee. The majority of virtual call center companies want you to be of minimum 18 years old. Most of the companies hire you as independent contractor, but many companies hire you as employee with complete benefits and perks. Compensation runs from $8 to $20 per hour, some also pay you on per minute or per call basis.
Here are some other factors you should consider:
Geographical restrictions – Some companies have geographical restrictions meaning you can only work for them if you live in a state that is on their list.
Experience level – Some companies want experienced workers others are willing to train you. You may need to have already worked in a customer service job or have specific technical skills for trouble-shooting support jobs.
Equipment cost – You may also be required to purchase some equipment or use a particular phone service.
Hours – Some companies require you work a minimum number of hours.
Fees – Background check fees are common. Less common are drug testing fees but they can be required.
Here are some names of companies that have in home call center jobs:
Access Marketing
Accolade Support
ACD Direct
All Time Favorites
Alpine Access
Arise (Formerly Willow CSN)
Beyond Marketing
Contact Central
Customer Loyalty Concepts
GE Retail Finance
Kelly Services
Smart Office Solutions
Working Solutions
Be careful about the companies you apply to and don't get scammed. Scammers like to prey on people looking for work at home jobs. See our post Google Work From Home Scam
Restrictions and Medicare Coverage and Long Term Care
Long Term Acute Care and Medicare
Long term care is an issue everyone worries about and because most of us have not used long term care insurance few of us know all the details of how long term care insurance works. Another part of long term care that most people don't understand again because they have not had to use it is how it works with Medicare.
First let's look at how Medicare works. To be eligible for Medicare's benefits you must be either 65 years old, disabled, or in need of financial assistance. Unlike Social Security however, Medicare payments are not sent to you but sent directly to your doctor or the hospital. These payments are meant to pay for medical services and prescription medications. In some cases you have to pay a premium to help with the costs of Medicare.
If you have Medicare and you find out you are going to need long-term care – will Medicare pay for any of the cost?
If you are unfamiliar with the term long-term care it generally refers to the medical and non medical care for people who have chronic illnesses or disabilities. People who are in assisted living facilities and nursing home are receiving long term care. Also, you can have long term care in your home.
Long-term care can be needed at any time in your life, not just when you are older.
Generally speaking, Medicare does not pay for long-term care. Medicare is supposed to pay only for nursing home and in-home long-term care that is deemed medically necessary. Medicare does not pay for what is known as "custodial care," the care for daily living.
More specifically, after a hospitalization of at least three days and three nights, Medicare will cover a portion of the cost of care in a skilled nursing facility for up to 100 days. If the care you are receiving is considered custodial (meaning you need help getting dressed, bathing, eating etc. (and 85% of nursing home care is) rather than skilled medical care, then your stay is not covered.
Similarly, Medicare will cover medically necessary home health visits by skilled medical workers, e.g. occupational or speech therapists. However, again Medicare does not cover "custodial care" and typically you must be showing improvement, i.e. demonstrating that the care is rehabilitative.
Insurance companies developed products to provide coverage for the situations Medicare does not cover. Long term care premiums are expensive as insurance premiums go and can be a financial strain for most of us. There are several ways to reduce cost. One way is to use an HSA account to pay your premiums for long term care. Learn more by reading our post Are Long Term Care Premiums HSA Contribution
Top 10 Heart Healthy Foods
There is so much information on the Internet these days regarding the types of foods that people should eat for optimum health. But each article is slanted in a particular direction for particular needs. For example, the best foods for people with diabetes might not be the same as the best foods for people who want to lose weight. Heart healthy foods are yet another category. While you'll discover that many heart healthy foods overlap with foods that should be eaten to control other conditions, you'll also learn that the heart has very particular needs. Here are the top ten heart healthy foods.
Salmon is among the top ten because it is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 from fatty fishy such as salmon is essential to lower triglyceride levels as well as to increase levels of good HDL. This super-food can also protect the arteries of the heart from plaque build-up and it can also lower a person's blood pressure. Salmon is an excellent choice for lunch or dinner, and can be prepared in a variety of delicious ways. However you prepare it, it is sure to be the centerpiece of your heart healthy meal.
Omega-3 fatty acids are also found in ground flaxseed, but this heart healthy food is also rich in fiber. Fiber has been shown for years to help flush bad cholesterol from the body, and when that fiber is found in ground flaxseed, you can enjoy the benefits in many ways. Add it to your cereal each morning or bake it in muffins or other baked goods. You might even enjoy it sprinkled on a salad or mixed into yogurt.
Oatmeal is another fiber powerhouse food, but it brings so many other beneficial nutrients to your breakfast or snack-time. Magnesium, niacin and calcium are just a few of the nutrients that you'll take in when you eat hot oatmeal. All three will help to lower blood pressure, which is good for the entire cardiovascular system. If you prefer, you can enjoy an oatmeal cookie, although you should limit the amount of sugar you take in each day.
Black beans or kidney beans are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and B-complex vitamins. The B vitamins can protect the body against blood clots as well as hardening of the arteries while it increases good HDL cholesterol. And black or kidney beans are delicious. Enjoy them at every meal, including breakfast, and you'll quickly start feeling the health benefits. A breakfast burrito is delicious, and these beans go with many lunch and dinner dishes as well.
For snacking, you can't beat almonds when you are considering the health of your heart. Eat a handful to get the advantages of mono- and polyunsaturated fats—they are good for you. Almonds also contain plant-based Omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, fiber and vitamin E. If you don't enjoy almonds, walnuts are just as healthy, and delicious when added to baked goods or salads.
If you want to gain heart health through beverages, the best choice is red wine. One glass consumed on a regular basis can improve your good HDL cholesterol levels. It can also relax you, and anyone knows that easing stress is a major way in which to improve your overall health. So enjoy a glass of red wine with your dinner each evening, and then relax and enjoy a healthier heart.
Tuna is another fish that you should add to your diet if you're interested in the health of your cardiovascular system. This fish contains Omega-3 fatty acids as well as folate and niacin. It's an easy fish to eat—simply open a can and dig right in. Or add it to your lunchtime salad. Even better is a grilled tuna steak for dinner. Use your imagination and improve your heart health with this versatile food.
Tofu is the last item on the top-ten list of heart healthy foods. Made from soybeans, water and a curdling agent, this food is high in calcium and protein as well as heart-friendly nutrients such as magnesium, potassium and niacin. It is also one of the most versatile foods around. It can absorb the flavors of spices, marinades or other foods that are blended with it. So dream up your own recipes or look up some tried and true ones to incorporate tofu into your meals.
There are many other heart healthy foods that you can enjoy. Berries such as blueberries and strawberries bring you beta-carotene and lutein, which are heart-protecting antioxidants. Spinach brings you more lutein, plus magnesium and B-complex vitamins. Broccoli and sweet potatoes add beta-carotene and vitamins C and E to your diet. These latter vitamins are excellent at protecting cells from the damage that can come about from free radicals.
As you can see, there are plenty of choices available when it comes to feeding your heart in a healthy way. Pick your favorites and dig in today.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical advice. All medical information presented should be discussed with your healthcare professional. Remember, the failure to seek timely medical advice can have serious ramifications. We urge you to discuss any current health related problems you are experiencing with a healthcare professional immediately.
Pat Summers is freelance writer who writes for several health institutions such as Main Line Health. She is also knowledgeable about minimally invasive robotic procedures such as robotic heart surgery
Are There Work From Home Jobs That are Real and BBB Approved
Legit Work at Home Site with BBB That Are Free
There are a few ways that you can legitimately make money from home. Here are some websites that have been checked out with the Better Business Bureau.
Call Centers
Many companies can save money by having people work from home as customer service reps. These are recommended by many work at home sites and highly regarded by the BBB:
Alpline Access.com/en
If you are hired you train online. Competition for jobs is stiff, however, they are one of the most respected in the industry.
Call Center Careers.com
This site lists job at call centers throughout the US. The Featured Employers section is where you will find the highest rated jobs. This is a good way for you to apply for a job with a company that is recommended both by people who currently work there and those who have left it.
Tutoring Companies
For graduates AND current students. You need strong content knowledge in English, Math, Science or Social Studies. You should be able to teach the subjects from the 4th grade level up to 1st year of college.
For people with strong math and reading skills, who are either already certified or have strong experience. You get 6 hours of training on how to use their online tools and interactive instructional program.
This site calls for qualified and certified teachers to teach online. If you are a course author or course writer, you can also work as an author for original educational site content. You need four to six years (or more) work experience (outside of school) in the area of interest being instructed. A BA or 4 years of college is required.
Selling Your Gold or Crafts
You have probably seen the commercials on television but I always wonder how legitimate they are. So here is a list of vendors that are highly-rated by Better Business Bureau:
Empire Gold Buyers and Gold Fellow
Both highly ranked by BBB. Both highly ranked by BBB. They list charts on their websites for what you pay and very clear thorough instructions of how to go about sending in your gold. Important thing: they pay for and insure your shipping. You send them the gold. They value it. Let you know. And you have the option to sell it to them, OR to have your gold returned. Usually gets shipped in the same day.
Your Local Jeweler
If the gold is still part of a piece of jewelry you may get more money from your local jeweler. Plus if you have a good relationship with them you know you are getting a fair price. You can also take your gold to the jeweler FIRST and get their estimate so you know if the online company is offering a good price.
FOR HAND MADE AND VINTAGE…art, photography, clothing, jewelry, edibles, bath & beauty products, quilts, knick-knacks and toys. The vintage items on the site have only one rule to follow: they must be 20 years or older. The site mimics a craft fair in that each seller has their own storefront where they list their goods for a fee of $0.20.
eBay also works as a site to sell your stuff. You can sell handmade crafts, but you can also sell older goods…books, CD's, clothing, cameras, you name it, you can sell it. It's fairly simple to do, and a lot of people have found success.
Telecommuting Jobs
tjobs.com – A well organized site that has been in business for fifteen years and lists a variety of partial or full-time work-at-home jobs, including data entry, transcription, writing and other creative types of work. The site, which the BBB rates as A+, offers helpful articles and lets you post your resume for potential employers.
There are tons of scam work at home websites out there. The scams generally fall into a few general categories. See our post Google Work from Home Scam to learn how to spot them.
Google Work From Home Scam
Stay At Home Mom Jobs
If you do a Google search on "work from home," 99.9 percent of results will be someone trying to scam you, according to the Better Business Bureau. Because the internet is impossible to police it is easy for people to advertise false information.
Why do people fall for these scams? Because they may need money and may be desperate for something to work out. The people writing the advertisements know this and they slant the copy to appeal to the emotional distress of the reader. The rule of thumb is, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Here are some of the common scams:
You see a too good to be true story about some stay-at-home mom making $4,000 a week from an at home job. You click on the link and get more details about the story in the form of a "news" website. The story may talk about making money from google adsense or selling products online from a website. The Better Business Bureau said it has received hundreds of complaints from consumers who say they've been scammed by Web sites advertising work-from-home opportunities that appear to be affiliated with Google.
After the article, you'll be offered a free CD-ROM trial to learn how to make the money. If you keep the CD-ROM for more than a few days, you start getting charged — sometimes hundreds of dollars, just to have it in your possession.
Another common one is the Secret Shopper scam. You get a letter or see an ad or e-mail saying you can be a secret shopper, shopping different stores, acquiring different products for a company. You sign up and get a check in the mail from the company. You deposit the check and buy the items. Whatever leftover cash you have, you wire back to the company. The problems is the "company" bounces and you are out the money.
The re-shipper scam is also popular and advertisements frequently appear on Craigslist. You sign up and you receive packages and all you have to do is put new FedEx labels on them. Then you send them out to the addresses indicated. Most reshipping scams promise employees a monthly salary and cash bonuses. But usually communication with the "company" stops just before the first payday, usually about a month after the first package is shipped. Generally the goods you are shipping are purchased with stolen credit cards.
In general watch out for these tactics:
You shouldn't have to spend money to make money. Don't pay for information kits, lists or directories or product assembly kits. You can get this information free elsewhere.
Don't buy into the "secret." You are usually told a story about someone who made hundreds of thousands with a secret method. Now, they are letting you in on the secret. Who would sell such a lucrative secret? And if they make so much, why do they need money from you?
Don't believe you've been selected for a payment processing position without submitting a resume. Legitimate companies interview potential hires. Most won't ask for personal information before the interview. If your potential job involves handling money, expect a thorough background check.
Multilevel marketing can be a real business but many scammers just try to recruit new distributors, not sell products. Often, only the victims buy the products. They must sign up others to recover their costs.
All the blogs I surveyed say it is very important to research any opportunity carefully. Always check out what the Better Business Bureau has to say. See if there are any complaints about the company and see what sites the BBB recommends.
If you want to learn about legitimate sites for work at home jobs see our post Are There Work From Home Jobs That are Real and BBB Approved
Financial Wellness Kit
Personal Financial Checklist
Here is your financial wellness kit. Some of the question may not apply to you if you don't have investments. Just skip over the questions that don't apply. After answering the questions you should be able to formulate a plan of action to improve your financial situation. Just reading through the questions is a big step.
For some of you the first order of business will simply be figuring out what your monthly expenses are and what is the value of your assets. Don't worry if it takes awhile to do that. The fact that you are taking that step means you are on your way.
1. Is your net worth growing?
Your net worth is basically your assets (your home, stocks, bonds, IRA's etc.) minue your liabilities (mortgage, credit card debt, car loan etc.). Your net worth will increase if your assets go up i.e. your savings increase, your stocks go up, your home value increases etc. or your debts go down. That is why financial planners and advisors are always talking about paying off debts.
Declines in net worth are not always a bad thing, your assets may be lower because the market went down or you are paying for college or starting a business. Sometimes you just can not help the decline as you may have lost your job or quit working to take of a child or relative.
2. How are your ratios?
Look at your debt-to-income ratio, your savings rate and emergency funds.
Financial planners say younger people should dedicate no more than 30 percent of gross income to pay for all debt (car payments, mortgage, student loans, revolving debts).
As for savings, everyone should aim to save 15 percent of their salaries, while empty-nesters preparing for retirement should try to save 20 to 25 percent. Understandably, you may miss these targets when you are struggling to pay for your children's college or saving for a home (especially on the coasts) or have a financial disaster like loss of job or serioius illness in the family. Meanwhile, your emergency fund should contain about six months of expenses in cash, while retirees should set aside one year's worth of fixed expenses.
3. Are you spending more than you earn?
Some people use automated tracking systems like Quicken, Mint.com, Wesabe.com or YouNeedABudget.com. Most people don't do it though and so they never realize what is going on in terms of spending. Even if you just do it with pencil and paper – you need to find a way to show yourself what your expenses are each month.
4. What has changed in your life in the last year?
Big life events can disrupt even the best strategies. Getting married, having a child or even becoming eligible for Social Security or Medicare will require that you make many financial decisions. You want to ask yourself what has changed in my life that might require me to makes changes in my financial plan.
5. Do you have enough insurance?
Evaluating the costs and amounts of your homeowners', renters' and auto insurance policies should be an annual or biannual exercise. Consider raising your deductibles because that can lower your premiums. Make sure you have enough life insurance and if at all possible disability insurance. A good rule of thumb: about 20 times salary for life insurance (for one or both spouses) minus any other resources you may have.
6. Do you need to make any changes to your estate plan?
Are your beneficiaries you have named — on things like your retirement accounts or your life insurance policies — up to date.
Estate planning documents like wills and trusts also need to be reviewed and possibly updated.
Also make sure your advance health care directives and health care proxies or medical powers of attorney are in place.
7. How are you sleeping?
If you have investments are you comfortable with your level? Because the stock market has been so crazy many financial planners say consider asking whether you can meet your goals with fewer risky investments like stocks.
If you are in severe financial distress don't be embarrassed or afraid to ask for help. It has happened to so many of us and it is nothing to be ashamed of. It is not worth losing sleep and days of your life worrying about it. See our post What are the Pros and Cons of a Debt Reduction Plan
8. Have your outlook or goals changed? Are you happy?
At its core, financial planning is not simply about money. It is about finding the best way to finance what you want out of life.
What could you do to be happier and better off a year from now.
If debt is really getting you down see our postHow To Defeat The Debt Monster
What is a Financial Wellness Kit
Financial Health Issues
Suze Orman once wrote: "In our culture, it's okay to talk about therapy we've gone through, marital problems we've had, our deepest intimate secrets, but telling the truth about money, confessing our worries to our children, our parents, our friends, just isn't done. Money is our secret both in private and in public."
Money is an emotionally charged issue for most of us. For those of us who are not financially successful there is so much shame in admitting our mistakes or exposing our financial status, or admitting to others that financial matters are out of control.
We are not alone in our problems with money. The issue of keeping your finances under control is so important that many companies have begun financial wellness programs for their employees. Here are some of the statistics that a survey of companies revealed regarding employees and concerns over money:
• 90% of the nearly 128 million workers in the US have
difficulty managing their money and are not consistently
saving for retirement.
• Up to 50% admit to wasting 21 hours per month while
on the job dealing with personal money matters.
• Two–thirds say "They have trouble paying their
bills on time and worry about money".
• Employees regard financial stress as their
number one concern, 5 times greater
than personal health.
Source: National Institute of Personal Finance
Employee Education
So many of us turn to the online sources where we may remain anonymous. This is what I did and I found some helpful information on what you need to look at to figure out what shape your finances are in and how to go about restoring them to better health.
These are questions a financial planner would ask their clients. Many financial planners call these sets of questions – A Financial Wellness Kit. See our post Financial Wellness Kit so you can give yourself a financial wellness checkup and start making your way toward better financial health and as a result better physical health too. You are not alone and there is no reason to be ashamed of anything.


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Clemson gets very excited about things. It's a place where people go crazy for bus rides and jogs down hills and spelling the place's name, all with good reason.
The latest thing the Tigers got a little too excited about: fireworks. After scoring a touchdown to cut into Florida State's first quarter lead, BOOM.
This lingered for a while. And now that Clemson's picked off Jameis Winston and has its crowd completely back in the game, I think we know the smoke's working.


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School superintendent: Many of our schools are at capacity
Original post made on Oct 1, 2013
Read the full story here Web Link posted Tuesday, October 1, 2013, 6:34 PM
on Oct 1, 2013 at 8:33 pm
Wonderful community, safe cities, diverse population and excellent work/life balance make this area a great magnet for families. Love it here!
on Oct 2, 2013 at 6:46 am
Sounds like this article should add pause for concern. If we're adding 740 more residences and our current schools are at capacity... Can you guess what's going to happen next?...
BTW - What is this state law that blocks California cities from considering if there's enough capacity in the school district? Seems like a logical step in consideration of adding more homes. Wasn't that also the point of Mello Roos taxes?!
This sounds a lot like another California law I've only recently been made aware of - flat rate sale of real estate in California is ILLEGAL. It's the LAW to take a percentage of every real estate sale... nice, huh?! Obviously funded by special interests (realtors and brokers). Just thought you should know... These politicians obviously put the community first as you can tell by their laws and impositions on citizens as they line their pockets with special interests funds.
Good luck, kiddos! Just remember, the government is here to help... You believe me, right?
on Oct 2, 2013 at 10:11 am
Yes, Danville approved the SummerHill project for the Diablo/Blackhawk Road area without a care for the overcrowded schools in the project's attendance area: Green Valley Elementary, Los Cerros Middle, and Monte Vista. Kids here already are being diverted to Montair and other far-flung schools. Yes, developers win and the people (including the residents of the new houses) lose big-time. All in a days' work for Danville's Town Council, Mayor Newell Arnerich, Robert Storer, Karen Stepper, Mike Doyle, and Renee Morgan.
Next time, vote for better candidates.


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Bolton have completed the signing of United States international defender Tim Ream for an undisclosed fee.
The 24-year-old centre-half has signed a three-and-a-half year contract after moving from Major League Soccer side New York Red Bulls.
Ream, who has won seven caps for his country since making his senior international debut against South Africa in 2010, trained with both Bolton and West Brom in December during the MLS off-season.
I'm just delighted to be here and I'm glad I have been given this opportunity
- Tim Ream
"First and foremost we are absolutely delighted to secure Tim's services," Bolton manager Owen Coyle told the club's official website.
"He is a US international, a player that year-on-year has progressed and got better, and he will continue to do that.
"He was trailed by a number of clubs, including West Brom and also Arsenal who tried to sign him in the summer, so it is great that he sees his future here.
"Tim is everything that we want in the players we are bringing to the club when we spend in the transfer market. He is young, has a tremendous attitude and a winning mentality.
"I know he will fit in well with the rest of the squad here at Bolton."
Ream, who was part of the Red Bulls side that won the Emirates Cup in London last summer, says he eager to get going in the Barclays Premier League.
"I'd been waiting for a bit of paperwork to be completed and getting the work permit sorted was a huge relief. I'm just delighted to be here and I'm glad I have been given this opportunity," said Ream.
"From the first day here I felt really comfortable. The gaffer said that I had nothing to prove and it was a chance to get to know the guys and the coaching staff, and that put me at ease from the very beginning.
"Even before that week I aimed to challenge myself in England and if an opportunity arose I wanted to come over and try to make it here.
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"Why not?" asked Chipman. "The first guy that climbed Mt. Everest and they asked him why and he said because I can, you know. Because no one has."
In case you're wondering Chipman ordered a diet coke to wash it all down.
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SIL has produced more than 2,500 publications since it began work in Papua New Guinea in 1956. In addition there is a large body of unpublished works about the languages of Papua New Guinea. Many works are available for download here and on other websites. Also available is a bibliography of published and unpublished works about the languages of Papua New Guinea.
Language and Linguistics in Melanesia
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- Language and Linguistics in Melanesia
- Language and Linguistics in Melanesia, Vol.
- FRANKLIN, Karl J., author. 2012. "Counting systems in Engan and Proto-Engan."
- KLEEF, Sjaak van, author. 1989. "Tail-head linkage in Siroi."
- KLEEF, Jacqueline van; KLEEF, Sjaak van, authors. 1988. "The use of metaphors in Siroi."
- FARR, Cynthia J.; WHITEHEAD, Carl R., authors. 1981. "This, that, and the other: a study of Korafe demonstratives."


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The Diplomatic Service
There are two styles of address for individuals in the diplomatic and commonwealth service: formal and social. In almost all circumstances the social form of address is acceptable - that is a polite but slightly less deferential style of approach than the very rigid form that was followed in the last century. The formal styles of address may be found in the published edition of Debrett's Correct Form.
The collective term for a group of diplomats residing in another county is a diplomatic mission. Any diplomat who heads a diplomatic mission is known as chief of mission or head of mission. They are normally Ambassadors.
A diplomatic mission headed by an Ambassador is known as an embassy; a diplomatic mission headed by a High Commissioner is known as a high commission.
Internationally recognised diplomatic ranks were agreed at the Congress of Vienna in 1815. Ambassador is the most senior diplomatic rank, and Ambassadors are formal representatives of the Head of State. In commonwealth countries, the equivalent of the Ambassador is normally the High Commissioner.
Most Ambassadors represent their government in a single country; 'Ambassadors-at-large' work in several (normally neighbouring) countries, or represent their nation at intergovernmental organisations.
Underneath the Ambassador in the diplomatic hierarchy come the following: Minister; Minister-Counsellor; Counsellor; First Secretary; Second Secretary; Third Secretary; Attaché; Assistant Attaché.
The Chargé d'Affaires is normally the Ambassador's second-in command, and is responsible for the diplomatic mission in the absence of a more senior diplomat.
Attachés are generally staff, acting in an advisory or administrative capacity, who are not members of their country's diplomatic service, and are therefore temporarily 'attached' to the mission.
A Consul is appointed to represent the government of one state in the territory of another, and is responsible for looking after the welfare of the citizens of his/her own country in a foreign land. A consul differs from an Ambassador, who represents his/her head of state in a foreign country, and is concerned with diplomatic relations between the two nations.
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Thank you.
Ive been saying this a lot lately and I need to say it more.
On April 10, I had surgery for a stroke. Hundreds of St. Louisans have sent me emails, cards, chocolate and get well wishes. Others organized prayer chains. Im home now, and working my way through 400 emails and a giant shopping bag full of cards.
Id been about to leave for a ten-city tour when the stroke hit, but the tour was canceled.
Instead, mystery writers all over the country held a Virtual Tour, where they sold my books at the stores when I couldnt appear. There isn't room to list all your names, but thanks for putting my career ahead of yours.
The doctors say I am making a quick recovery, though it seems slow to me. Im able to speak and write and walk with a walker.
Will I write another book?
Yes. I turned in the seventh book in my Dead-End Job series, and Im reading the copyedited manuscript for the mystery shopper book that will be published in November. Part of my therapy includes reading novels and watching television. Its tough, but Im following the doctors orders.
Theres still more thing you can do: Read up on the signs of a stroke. The side effects can be lessened if you get to the hospital early.
I dont want to lose any friends, readers or listeners.
(The opinions expressed are not necessarily those of St. Louis Public Radio.)
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RB Dexter McCluster
Mississippi senior
Ht: 5-7 | Wt: 160 | 40-time: 4.5 (all estimated)
Upside: Has explosive big-play ability with terrific quickness, agility and balance. Extremely tough and has shown he can take and deliver big hits. Outstanding competitor — plays bigger than his size. Runs hard and can shake his way out of tackles with surprising run strength. Willing, competitive blocker. Very good all-purpose production. Reliable catcher. Can accelerate in the blink of an eye.
Downside: Has very marginal size with a history of shoulder injuries that could invite closer medical scrutiny. Has very minimal career return production, with only two punt returns the past two years, and must prove that he can handle adjusting to the ball and securing kicks. Shows some hip tightness as a route runner and can do a better job getting out of his breaks and settling into coverage.
The way we see it: A superquick, explosive waterbug in the mold of Darren Sproles, McCluster made a statement against a stingy Tennessee defense as a senior and really emerged the second half of the season. Has the quickness, acceleration and long speed to be a threat as a change-of-pace runner, slot receiver and return specialist.
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Out of work and deeply in debt, telecommunications expert Dimitris abandons his rural hometown in northern Greece and makes for the capital at the behest of his former boss, who enlists his help in tracking down a shadowy group of phone hackers. But what was supposed to be a straightforward job soon grows exponentially more complicated when Dimitris happens upon some dark secrets his employer is hiding in this slow-burning, suspenseful exploration of life in Athens.
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The quiet lives in a small logging town in northern Maine are irrevocably changed when a seemingly minor oversight leads to tragedy in the dead of winter. Lesley (Steppenwolf's Amy Morton), a school bus driver, is overwhelmed with remorse, while her husband (Mad Men's John Slattery) offers little solace. Another family grieves its own immeasurable loss and must deal with questions of culpability. Gorgeously shot in a severe, unforgiving landscape, Bluebird presents a moving meditation on family, responsibility, and redemption.
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On the streets of Kenya's cities, Tough Bond-brand glue is the drug of choice for kids living on their own, numbing themselves to hunger while surviving off scraps. This incredibly moving documentary provides an intimate look at four of these kids - who call themselves "Survivors" - following them over the course of three years and taking the viewer deep into their lives. Filmmakers Peck and Vandenberg employ their impressive technical virtuosity in capturing the world of these embattled but resilient children.
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Mum-to-be 'at risk' from mouldy home (From Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard)
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Mum-to-be 'at risk' from mouldy home
4:00pm Thursday 12th April 2012 in News By Laura Shack
DOCTORS have blasted social housing landlord Bromford Group for making a pregnant woman endure a damp and mouldy home that they say is putting the life of her unborn baby at risk.
At nearly six months pregnant, mum-of-two Louise Robertson has been forced to sleep on a sofa at her Bromford property because the thick, black mould growing on her bedroom wall and ceiling aggravates her asthma.
Following complaints from the single mum, a doctor, health worker and environmental health officer, Bromford's solution has been to create a gaping hole in her front wall.
The 39-year-old said she has been left ill because of the stress of the situation and is worried about her two teenage children who both suffered chest problems because of the damp.
"My 18-year-old daughter won't stay overnight anymore because the house makes her cough and my 13-year-old son is always complaining that he's cold," she said. "It's even colder now the vent has been pushed out."
To add to their problems they have limited hot water and heating because of a faulty boiler.
"We are very concerned about the state of her accommodation and the effect this is having on her current health and also the health of her family."Dr Sarah Welch
She said housing officers had advised she move furniture away from walls and strip wallpaper to try and solve the problems.
"Last month I did some tidying up and I was rushed to hospital with bleeding," she said. "Now I've been told (by doctors) not to do anything, so I can't do what they've asked."
After visiting the family home in February, an NHS consultant and midwife both wrote to the housing association, pleading for action on Louise's behalf.
In her letter NHS consultant Dr Sarah Welch wrote: "We are very concerned about the state of her accommodation and the effect this is having on her current health and also the health of her family. There is particular urgency because of her pregnancy."
Louise said she first complained about water leaking through a wall on one side of her house about three years ago and had received numerous visits from officers and surveyors since then.
But Bromford Group say they have no record of her complaints before January 2012.
And they said they could not take action as Louise was refusing to top up her gas key. Louise said she felt being asked to top up the key was no different than being told she had to pay for the gas test and that she could not afford to pay for a heating system that did not work.
A Bromford spokesman said: "Until this bill is paid, our engineer is unable to test any appliances and Ms Robertson remains without central heating. This in turn will make the damp and mould issues worse."
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CotswoldGal says...
BBW wrote:shouldn't that be does?? pot calling kettle black comes to mind....
Do damp and/or mould cause bad punctuation?
11:07am Tue 17 Apr 12
Roseli says...
Whoever sold the housing to this company should hang their heads in shame
10:21am Wed 18 Apr 12
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10:32am Wed 18 Apr 12
Roseli says...
I agree with snowarden a public vote will get them out but. in our democracy what chance do we have of thsi happening - NONE
4:38pm Thu 19 Apr 12
Bromford says...
My name is Jarrod, a member of the team at Bromford.
It is unfortunate to read that a number of you have had a bad experience with us and this is definitely something we want the opportunity to respond to, and hopefully help you with.
We also understand some of you have questions about our operations and repairs service, which we are happy to answer.
You can contact us in a number of ways; either online or offline. If you want to chat directly with a colleague, please call us on 0330 1234 034 (or for mini com/ text phone users, 0330 1234 031).
You may prefer to contact us online, which we have a few ways of doing. First of all, you can drop an email to customerservices@bro
If you're into your social media, you can also contact us via Twitter at http://www.twitter.c
om/BromfordLiving or if you're on Facebook, drop a message or comment on the Bromford Living Facebook page, http://www.facebook.
Thank you for your comments and hopefully moving forward we can provide some resolution to your issues.
11:21pm Thu 19 Apr 12
justmyPOV says...
Small children living in homes with electrical fittings and heaters hanging off the walls, plaster work crumbling everywhere, heating malfunctions.....the list goes on and on.
It has got to the point where, in the wake of fosseway's failings and now Bromfords total disregard for the people living in these "homes" ,people are reluctant to report any problems because lord only knows what hell they are going to be put through.
And yes the rent is ridiculous. I doubt there would be much complaint if Bromfords did their job and the houses weren't falling apart at the seams.
If either of the two offending H.A's (Fosseway and Bromfords) did things properly the first time they would not have this problem.
Oh and their procedures are a joke. They don't need to be explained!! They need to be scrapped!!! A broken toilet in a family home is not an emergency??!! A possible 2 days before it gets fixed??!!
But of course no record of that will be held!
But god help you if you owe them money! (which they didn't tell you about for months) then it's ooops you're being evicted!
And what infuriates me even more is looking out of my friends window at 9:30 am and seeing FOUR of Bromford vans parked up outside with their workers sat in them doing SOD ALL!!!
I texted another friend of mine who had been waiting weeks for some work to be completed and she hit the roof. She had been told that they were very busy and were not available to go round that day! Busy doing the only thing they are good at....NOTHING.
There is no point discussing this any more. Their poor management and lack of interest is putting people at risk. No more being fobbed off.
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No. 25 FGCU Drops Temple, 14-1
FORT MYERS, Fla. - The No.25 Florida Gulf Coast University baseball team took game two of the three-game set with Temple, 14-1 on Saturday afternoon at Swanson Stadium. Austin Gaines (West Palm Beach, Fla.) led the Eagles offensively, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two doubles, a triple, and three RBI.
"It all started with Patrick Nathanson," said FGCU head coach Dave Tollett."He gave us six great innings, striking out eight and not allowing a free pass. Offensively, Austin Gaines really stepped up at plate for us and the bottom of the order also produced for us today. We just played well all-around and hopefully we can come out tomorrow and complete the three-game sweep."
Patrick Nathanson (Maitland, Fla.) earned the win the on the mound for the Eagles. Nathanson threw six complete innings, allowing only one run and striking out eight.
Temple's Dan Moller received the loss after giving up seven earned runs on four hits in only 2.1 innings of work.
FGCU wasted no time scoring, in the bottom of the first the Eagles scored four runs on three hits to take the early 4-0 lead. The Eagles would bat around in the inning as Preseason A-Sun Player of the Year Zach Maxfield (North Port, Fla.) collected two RBI in the frame with a single up the middle and Gaines drove in Tim Roberson (West Palm Beach, Fla.) who reached after getting hit by a Moller fastball earlier in the inning.
In the bottom of the third, the Eagles plated three more runs. Gaines and freshman catcher Mike Reeves (Peterborough, Ontario, Canada) drew walks to start the inning before Robert Greene (Cape Coral, Fla.) sent an RBI single to left field, and junior transfer Luke Smierciak (Gainesville, Fla.) doubled down the left field line to score Reeves and Greene to give the Eagles the 7-0 lead. FGCU answered again in the bottom of the fourth with two more runs courtesy of a two-RBI triple down the left field line by Reeves, increasing the Eagles lead to 9-0.
Temple added their first and only run of the contest in the top of the sixth. Tony Jusino led off the inning with a single to left center, and Steve Nikorak drove in Jusino with a single up the middle.
In the bottom of the sixth, FGCU added three more runs to take a 12-1 advantage. Maxfield led off with a double followed by a one-out RBI double by Gaines. Reeves followed Gaines with a walk and Greene reached on a fielding error by Temple's third baseman before Smierciak singled through the left side to score Reeves.
FGCU would plate two more runs in runs the bottom of the seventh, to make the score 14-,1 after an RBI double by Roberson and a RBI groundout by Maxfield that brought in Roberson who advanced to third on a pass ball.
In the game, FGCU outhit the Owls 14-7 and scored six of their runs with less than one out.
Four Eagles collected multiple hits on the day. Gaines led the way with four, Maxfield went 2-for-5 with a double and three RBI, Greene went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBI and Smierciak finished 2-for-5 with a double and three RBI.
Junior transfer Jack Wagoner (Berlin, Conn.) made his FGCU debut, throwing three scoreless innings, striking out three and only allowed one Temple hit.
The Eagles and Owls conclude the three-game series tomorrow (Feb. 21) at Swanson Stadium. First pitch is set for 1 p.m. For ticket information, please contact the FGCU Ticket Office at 239-590-7145.
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