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It is not wise to be wiser than necessary. You think you know everything there is to know about your situation, but the stars are about to prove you wrong as you find yourself having to run around in order to save yourself from looking the fool. Changes you need in the home are given a boost by Mars on Friday. Ring now for details.
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There's an air of excitement in your personal life. You start to relax and enjoy yourself rather than over-analysing, as was previously the case. A better understanding of a younger person's views helps you to accommodate their needs and, in turn, for them to compromise for you. Ring to hear why you must not play games in love now.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) - The Mexican government is battling an egg shortage and hoarding that have caused prices to spike in a country with the highest per-capita egg consumption on Earth.
SAN JOSE (AP) - After a year of scorched-earth litigation, a jury decided Friday that Samsung ripped off the innovative technology used by Apple to create its revolutionary iPhone and iPad.
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - South Korean phone maker Samsung won a home court ruling Friday in its global patent battle against Apple and its popular iPhone and iPad devices.
NEW YORK (AP) - What once looked like a good year for computers and chips has now fizzled, say researchers.
NEW YORK (AP) - The price of oil fell on Friday after a trade journal reported that Western countries might release more oil reserves.
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The federal government can't require tobacco companies to put large graphic health warnings on cigarette packages to show that smoking can disfigure and even kill people, a divided federal appeals court panel ruled Friday.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Companies marketing the Ab Circle Pro exercise device have agreed to pay as much as $25 million in refunds to customers to settle federal regulators' charges of deceptive advertising.
MENLO PARK (AP) - What's the worst insult you can throw at a fast-moving company like Facebook? Call its iPhone app slow and poky.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The government body that oversees the U.S. Postal Service has approved a plan that gives one of the nation's largest direct marketers a postage discount on advertising flyers known as "junk mail."
WASHINGTON (AP) - The middle class is receiving less of America's total income, declining to its smallest share in decades as median wages stagnate in the economic doldrums and wealth concentrates at the top.
SANTA CLARA (AP) - Hewlett-Packard absorbed the largest quarterly loss in its history as the Silicon Valley pioneer owned up to past mistakes that have left it scrambling to adapt to a shifting technology market.
NEW YORK (AP) - Unlimited wireless data is back. After sliding off the menu of cellphone plans, data plans with no caps are making a comeback at smaller wireless companies trying to compete with AT&T and Verizon.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The recovery of the U.S. housing market is looking steadier and more sustainable, a trend that will likely add to economic growth in 2012 for the first time in seven years.
SAN JOSE (AP) - PayPal is expanding its brick-and-mortar payment services to more than 7 million stores across the U.S. in a partnership with Discover Financial Services.
NEW YORK (AP) - Americans plan to hit the road this Labor Day weekend despite rising gas prices.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Some 1 billion people are now using Android devices, Google said as the company kicked off its two-day developer conference Wednesday in San Francisco.
NEW YORK (AP) - The U.S. stock market inched modestly higher Wednesday, recovering more than half of what it lost the day before, as investors were able to set aside two disappointing economic reports.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that a startup Internet company has to pay broadcasters when it takes television programs from the airwaves and allows subscribers to watch them on smartphones and other portable devices.
SACRAMENTO (AP) - California's credit rating is rebounding, reflecting the relative stability of its state budget.
WASHINGTON (AP) - When the government updates its estimate Wednesday of how the U.S. economy fared last quarter, the number is pretty sure to be ugly. Horrible even.
NEW YORK (AP) - The stock market had its biggest decline in two weeks Tuesday, led by a sell-off in blue-chip bank and energy stocks. Homebuilders rose after the government reported sales of new homes rose in May to the highest level in six years.
LONDON (AP) - Law enforcement agencies across the globe are taking a page out of the hacker's handbook, using targets' own phones and computers to spy on them with methods traditionally associated with cybercriminals, two computer security groups said Tuesday.
NEW YORK (AP) - AT&T's CEO told Congress Tuesday that his company's purchase of DirecTV will help slow increases in programming prices, but won't lead to a decrease in prices.
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama said Monday that the United States should join the rest of the industrialized world and offer paid leave for mothers of newborns.
NEW YORK (AP) - Stocks fell for the first time in seven days, ending a run that had pushed the indexes to all-time highs, as investors assessed corporate news.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday made it tougher for investors to join together to sue corporations for securities fraud, a decision that could curb the number of multimillion-dollar legal settlements companies pay out each year.
DETROIT (AP) - Faulty air bags - which have already led to the recall of millions of cars worldwide - are being blamed for a new round of recalls in the U.S.

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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Fisheries officials say walleye anglers on Mille Lacs Lake will likely see regulations similar to last year despite its struggling walleye population, but the total pounds of walleyes allowed for harvest this year will be the lowest ever.
The Department of Natural Resources says the safe harvest level has been set at 60,000 pounds for the upcoming season. The Star Tribune reports that last year's safe harvest was 250,00 pounds. Out of the 60,000 allowed this year, 42,900 pounds are allocated to sport anglers while 17,100 pounds are for eight Chippewa bands with treaty rights.
DNR Fisheries Chief Don Pereira says existing and potential new restrictions will provide the needed protection and won't impair the lake's ability to produce future generations of walleye.
Mille Lacs hasn't produced a strong year class of walleye since 2008 despite adequate spawning stock and excellent fingerling production.
Pereira says size and bag limits won't be finalized until after the DNR confers with stakeholders in February.
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Ebola Outbreak Cancels Mission Trip; Northland Couple Sends Supplies, Prayers
Ann Fure and her husband Rolf have visited Liberia several times with a group on a medical mission, but they can't go this year because of the Ebola virus. Instead, they're sending money and supplies.
Minnesota Leaders Meet in Duluth to Address Climate Change
Some of Minnesota's top leaders met in Duluth Wednesday, to speak about the impact of climate change and the plans to address it.
Study Shows Twin Metals Mine Economically Feasible
Duluth Metals released a feasibility study on Wednesday showing the Twin Metals copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota would be economically competitive.
Republican Senate Candidate Tours PolyMet Plant, Voices Support
Republican candidate for Senate Mike McFadden toured the PolyMet plant site on Wednesday. McFadden had already voiced his support for the project, and he said Wednesday's tour strengthened his resolve to help get it going.
Cirrus Aircraft Expands Sales to India
Cirrus Aircraft is expanding its international sales network to India. Cirrus India, located in New Delhi, officially joined the company's authorized sales team in July. A Cirrus executive said it will mean good things for Duluth.
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The Charity Commission has withdrawn a requirement for Ron McKay, spokesman for Respect Party MP George Galloway, to file accounts for Viva Palestina, a Middle East aid charity which Galloway set up in 2009.
As part of an ongoing Commission investigation into Viva Palestina, McKay was last year ordered to file accounts for the charity. But he appealed to the Charity Tribunal, saying he was not a trustee and was not able to file accounts on behalf of the charity. His appeal has now been withdrawn after the Commission agreed to remove his name from an order requring the charity to file accounts. The order itself remains in force.
The Commission opened a statutory inquiry into the charity in July this year over a number of regulatory issues, including the fact that it has never filed accounts. As part of the ongoing inquiry, the regulator issued an order under section 84 of the Charities Act 2011 in September last year, requiring McKay and others to file accounts for the charity for the years ending 2010, 2011 and 2012.
Former supporters of the charity told civilsociety.co.uk that McKay has previously claimed to be a trustee of Viva Palestina. However McKay himself says that he never served as a trustee, although he said he had been a sympathiser and had spoken on its behalf to the Commission.
He appealed against the section 84 order to the Charity Tribunal in October last year, and his appeal was allowed to proceed by Alison McKenna, principal judge at the Tribunal, even though it was made outside the normal 42-day time limit.
The Commission has confirmed that it has now removed McKay's name from the order, although it still requires the charity to file accounts.
The Commission previously conducted an inquiry into the charity which concluded in March 2010, and which found it had claimed to raise over £1m, but had only actually raised £180,000.
The Commission said it could make no further comment while the investigation was ongoing. Civilsociety.co.uk contacted McKay but he was not available for comment.
This story was amended on 7th January 2013.
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8 Jan 2014
What utter rubbish I have evidence where Ron Mckay states in 2012 he was an interim director for Viva Palestina.
I checked with Charity Commission and they stated a trustee is also someone who claims to be a director of a charity. It is not a legal requirement for the trustees to inform the Charity Commission straight away but it is something of which should be informed within a reasonable time period.
What is the point of having a Charity Commission which should regulate charities when they cannot even regulate.
Charities like Viva Palestina take advantage of the weaknesses of the Charity Commission to abuse the rights of the little people who sincerely give their hard earned cast with good intention and in the end feel cheated by such so called charities.
Outrageous! I wonder by the fact that Ron Mckay is a close friend and employee of MP George Galloway makes a big difference in how such an investigation is performed and carried out.
I don't if you will allow this comment but it is about time this Country (U.K.) started to treat all people equal even if they have friends in high places.
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The 41st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards may not be televised this year, but that doesn't mean it won't be entertaining to watch when comedienne Kathy Griffin hosts. That's right kids; Griffin is hosting the event, so get ready for a night of wild amusement.
In a released statement Kathy Griffin remarked:
I am beyond thrilled to be hosting what I'm told is the most important television event of the year. Knowing that over 100 million people from every corner of the planet will be watching, I will try to keep my nerves at bay and deliver a great show. I can only hope that at the end of the evening, critics and fans alike will compare it to the experience they once had watching Neil Armstrong take man's first step on the moon. My only regret is knowing that this epic evening will distract millions of viewers from enjoying this year's World Cup. I apologize to FIFA.
This certainly won't be your mother's award show. The National Academy of Television and Arts and Sciences (NATAS) chairman Malacky G. Wienges stated:
We are very excited to have Kathy leading our ceremony this year. She is a beloved figure in the community and we know that she will have audiences laughing the night away as we honor the brightest stars in our industry on a global stage.
The 41st Annual Daytime Emmys will livestream at DaytimeEmmys.net June 22 at at 8 PM EST.
June 13, 2014 at 1:13 pm
I had every intention of watching, but now I'm strongly reconsidering.
June 13, 2014 at 1:25 pm
Kathy is awesome and will be a great fit as host. Plus it could give the awards more eyeballs and that is always a good thing
Cant wait til June 22
June 13, 2014 at 1:55 pm
I will watch now. I keep forgetting that the online viewing reaches around world. She is funny. I think with her, you either like her or hate her. Sounds like she is pumped to do it. Better to have a host that is enthusiastic about the genre. There have been duds in the past.
June 13, 2014 at 1:56 pm
@MrRHS your too funny.. LOL
June 13, 2014 at 2:20 pm
Now i really wanna watch this shit lol! Kathy is hilarious.
June 13, 2014 at 2:32 pm
Love Mrs Kathy!
I hope she bashes & insults everyone in daytime!
June 13, 2014 at 2:47 pm
Now I know I will watch for sure. Was waffling on it before as I think GH got screwed. But Kathy will at least make me laugh!!
June 17, 2014 at 10:44 am
I don't think GH got screwed, for the most part it's been a MESS the past 6 months. Only saving grace has been a lot of Rick Hearst and Rebecca Herbst as of late!
June 13, 2014 at 5:49 pm
she'll be cussing and making fun of people…can't wait!!
June 13, 2014 at 5:50 pm
she'll be cussing and making fun of people..can't wait
June 13, 2014 at 6:13 pm
If you miss the live stream for some reason, will there be another chance to watch on the website?
June 13, 2014 at 9:43 pm
Now THIS will be FANTASTIC!
June 15, 2014 at 3:20 pm
Well now I will watch it. Glad there will be more viewers by being online. Hopefully that will help bring more eyeballs for the soaps on the air.


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Blame nature for climate change
June 24, 2014 To the editor: I agree with the June 12, ('Are CO2 regs worth the economic cost?) in that the EPA's new regulations calling for a substantial reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from stationary... more »»
Be wary of involving Iran in Iraq
June 23, 2014 History is of full of episodes in which governments unable to cope with violent uprisings asked for military help from their neighbors. more »»
Still stuck in Iraq
June 22, 2014 Even as President Barack Obama was bragging in December 2011 about withdrawing U.S. combat troops from Iraq, skeptics warned the pullout was ill-advised — and from from complete. more »»
Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down
June 21, 2014 Artstone turning 100 THUMBS UP: American Artstone is celebrating its 100th anniversary this week, with a open house at the plant on Wednesday from 1 to 6 p.m. more »»
Looking for stories on soldiers buried abroad
June 21, 2014 To the editor: I am searching for as many of the stories of the 218,000 soldiers, within the 24 cemeteries, who are buried overseas as I can find. more »»
The rain can stop anytime now
June 20, 2014 Minnesota may have to change it's nickname from "the Land of 10,000 Lakes" to "the Land of One Lake — One Great Big Lake," if all this rain doesn't stop soon. New Ulm has had 10. more »»
Medtronic's message
June 18, 2014 Gov. Mark Dayton may be the biggest Pollyanna in politics. On Saturday, the governor heard from the Chairman and CEO of Medtronic, Omar Ishrak, that the company was planning to spend $42. more »»
Blossom like you're young
June 18, 2014 There are three old apple trees behind our house. They look tough. I've cut some dead branches back, but now probably half of the remaining branches are lifeless with dried bark peeling away. more »»
Gieseke explains resignation
June 18, 2014 To the editor: Greetings Media and MN School District # 88 Citizens: I am writing this letter to the editor because Superintendent Jeff Bertrang recommended I share the reason why I have decided to... more »»
How secure can our southern border be?
June 17, 2014 So easy a child could do it. The phrase is used to describe everything from assembling toys to programming remote controls. And now, for sneaking across the border from Mexico into the United State. more »»
Food Shelf surplus days
June 17, 2014 To the editor: I am the Executive Director of the New Ulm Area Emergency Food Shelf. The past few months we have been offering a surplus day for area resident. more »»
Garden Street safety
June 17, 2014 To the editor: South Garden Street is under construction this summer and when it is completed there will be some changes that can affect safet. more »»
Don't send Tsunis to Norway
June 16, 2014 Minnesotans of Norwegian descent make up about 16.5 percent of the state's population. Over 18 percent of the nation's Norwegian Americans live in Minnesota (a good number of them in Hanska). more »»
Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down
June 14, 2014 Head to a state park THUMBS UP: We'll have to wait and see if the weather holds up, but if it does, here's an idea for something to do Saturday: Go to a state park — call it an early Father's Day... more »»
Is Iraq a preview for Afghanistan?
June 14, 2014 It's only 11 years since the U.S. more »»
MNsure progress
June 13, 2014 University of Minnesota researchers reported on Wednesday that the federal health overhaul has reduced the number of uninsured in Minnesota by 40 percent. more »»
Cantor's loss has message for GOP
June 12, 2014 Somehow, no one saw Rep. Eric Cantor's primary loss coming on Tuesday. But it was all the political pundits could talk about on Wednesda. more »»
Are CO2 regs worth the economic cost?
June 12, 2014 To the editor: Network TV has been reporting on the Obama Administration EPA's new regulations calling for a substantial reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from stationary power plants. more »»
Good work on the alley project
June 12, 2014 To the editor: My wife Bonnie and I would like to take this time to THANK the following people for a job WELL DONE on a city project in our alley this last month. THANK YOU all the employees from M.R. more »»
Hopes to have chickens again
June 12, 2014 To the editor: I?am so excited that having chickens in New Ulm is a possibility. When my family moved here from Iowa last November, I was sad to leave my pet chickens behind. more »»
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Guilford County Department of Public Health and Guilford County Animal Control are reminding residents that leaving children and pets alone in automobiles is not only extremely dangerous, it is also illegal.
According to Safe Kids USA, children are at serious risk for heat stroke, also called hyperthermia, when left alone even for a few minutes in a closed vehicle. In 2008, at least 42 children across the United States died from heat stroke caused by being left or trapped in a vehicle. According to the ASPCA, pets can suffer from dehydration and heat stroke if overexposed to the heat, with heat stroke being fatal if not treated promptly.
Research results by San Francisco State University showed even with relatively cool temperatures outside—70 degrees—the inside of a car can reach a dangerous temperature in just minutes. The temperature inside of a vehicle can rise 19 degrees above the outside temperature in just 10 minutes. After an hour, the temperature inside and outside of a vehicle can differ by 45 degrees or more – even if the window is left open a crack.
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of pets being left in vehicles in store parking lots, shopping malls, and other locations. Guilford County Animal Control Officers are strongly encouraging pet owners to leave their pets at home during these hot summer days. They also want to take this opportunity to remind pet owners that all pets need fresh water daily, food & secure shelter and that they will not hesitate to rescue an animal that is in imminent danger.Â
The Department of Public Health and SAFE Guilford are also asking parents and caregivers of children to practice these additional tips to keep children safe in and around vehicles:
• Keep your keys out of reach of children. Keep your vehicle doors and trunk locked when your car is parked, even in your own driveway or garage. Children have suffocated playing in the closed trunk of a vehicle.
• Avoid leaving your keys in the car. If the keys are left in the vehicle, or the vehicle is left unlocked, someone could steal the vehicle with your child in it.
• Be sure someone is with your child in the vehicle. If left alone, your child could put the vehicle in gear and it could move. The vehicle could hit or run over something or somebody. Your child could get tangled in something and strangle, or choke if eating or drinking.
• Make sure all children are out of the vehicle before you leave it, especially if transporting children is not your normal routine.
• If you see a child alone in a vehicle, call the local police immediately. You do not know how long the driver has been gone.
For more information about pet safety, contact Guilford County Animal Control at 641-5990. For more information about child safety, contact Guilford County Department of Public Health at 641-7777.


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U.S. Forest Service Grant Helps Expand First Downs for Trees Program
News Release Published: October 26, 2012 by the Northeast Region
Contact(s): Tracy Salisbury, urban forestry coordinator (920) 662-5450
GREEN BAY, Wis. - The highly successful First Downs for Trees program scores again, this time with a $48,000 grant from the U.S. Forest Service.
This is the third year for the cooperative program with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Green Bay Packers, and Wisconsin Public Service. It is the second year the U.S. Forest Service has been involved, providing Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) monies.
Last year's U.S. Forest Service grant resulted in the planting of 848 trees in Brown County. This new, two-year grant expands the original program's goal of one tree per first down made by the Green Bay Packers to four trees per first down.
"Talk about a win-win program," said DNR Secretary, Cathy Stepp. "The Packers notch first downs and trees go in the ground, helping increase the urban tree canopy and reduce storm water going into the Great Lakes."
"Every time the Packers move the sticks, Wisconsin is reforested," said U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. "It's great to team up with the state and this storied franchise on planting trees to benefit local communities, ecosystems and water quality."
The 2013 grant includes new components. First, trees will be planted in locations where they will be able to take up large amounts of stormwater. Second, DNR is charged with creating a "playbook" to be used by other NFL teams interested in implementing the program in their communities.
"The Packers are looking forward to more trees going into our communities with the help of our first downs," said Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy. "We are excited to further our efforts again with the additional help of the U.S. Forest Service."
The first two years of the First Downs for Trees program led to the planting of nearly 1,300 trees in more than 25 Brown County communities.


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Tearing down a personal astable multi-vibrator
We have already seen a number of teardowns of consumer devices such as tablets, TVs, and mobile phones. But many of these products in common use rely on a bit of programmability to gain extra features and functionality.
The personal astable multi-vibrator.
A corner of the PCB under a microscope showing contamination.
Test setup to measure displacement.
Voltage drop across a 0.25Ω resistor indicates frequency of operation.
The printed circuit board.
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3/8" to 1/2" socket welded to a 7/16-14 nut.
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This book, my second one, is crazy. I didn't know what to title it, so I looked up some French words. It's the language of romance, right?
Wrong. Well, at least for me.
Because of this book, she said we could be friends - and then the next day, she changed her mind and said we could never be friends and told me I was mistaken.
Then, she accused me of following her. I did not. She told me she was sorry if she hurt my feelings and then I messed up everything - like I normally do.


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Leah's crazy scheming has finally paid off. Now that YaYa is out of the picture, Leah has everything she's ever wanted. She steps into YaYa's shoes, and now she has money, family, and, most importantly, she has Indie. She's the queen of his empire, and no one suspects a thing.
There's only one problem: Disaya Morgan isn't dead. Newly initiated into a powerful circle of women, YaYa is out for blood, and when she comes gunning for her spot, the streets will never be the same.
Ashley Antoinette is back and better than ever with the third installment of the Prada Plan series. A case of mistaken identity left listeners reeling at the end of part two, but part three is a heart-pounding saga that will leave you breathless.
©2013 Ashley Antoinette (P)2013 Brilliance Audio
Tell us about yourself! USPS, mail carrier walking all day, audio books really make my day seems shorter
"Here we go AGAIN!!!"
The author of this series should be writing movie scripts, she's that good of a writer, I work outdoors for a living, so audio books work better for me, I only listen to my books while working which makes for a shorter day, but I almost couldn't wait to get back to work to listen to the next chapter, OMG, what a great story. keep writing girl, and I'll keep buying.
"Prada Plan 3: Not Really"
Yes because in a fan of Ashley's writing.
I would have made YaYa behave more like the queen pin she was trying to be and I definitely would have had her kill Leah.
It was OK.
No...unfortunately it would only be a "B" movie.
Well I'm sorry to say I wasn't moved by this book at all. I'm a fan of Ashley Antoinette and will remain so but this was not one of my favorites. The story wasn't at all about the "Green-Eyed Monster" no more than the 1st two books. I think it should have been called, "The Prada Plan 3: YaYa's Pity Party." We never got to see YaYa really do anything with all the power she supposedly has. We don't get to see much of Chase and the street side of things. What we do get alot of, is YaYa's pity party about all the stuff she's been through, trying to explain why she's addicted to pain pills now. Granted, she has been through a hell of alot. More than I've ever been through, but it just got old and boring to me. I thought it was really crazy that she sends an 18 year old to prison to take out YaYa and then when she's finally able to take out YaYa herself, she grows a conscience. This story was just OK to me. I'm not going to bash the author because I think she's truly talented, along with her mate JaQuavis, but I do hope a lil more effort and time is put into the 4th installment...ijs
"Not ANOTHER one!"
I sit in an office on a computer all day so these books are a great way to pass the day away....BUT, this should have been the finale. The wait should have been over for her to finlly get her revenge on this copy cat psycho b***h.....but instead the story continues. I disgree with alot of the predictable story line, YaYa was suppose to be stronger than ever in my opinion. Despite it all Im still a fan of Ashley but not overall happy nor what I expected
unfortunately yes.
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Previous Rankings: Week 1 | Week 2
1. Longmeadow (11-0, last week: 1) Since the last edition of the top 10 rankings, the Lancers have outscored their three opponents – Northampton, Cathedral and Agawam – by a combined score of 49-2. The winning streak has hit 36 games, but a huge test awaits in a state final rematch at Medfield Saturday.
2. Westfield (7-2, last week: 2) A loss to Minnechaug broke up a four-game win streak for the Bombers, but they hang on to their No. 2 spot nonetheless, thanks in large part to their 13-10 win at South Hadley in mid-April. Westfield can lock up a postseason berth this week with wins over Cathedral and Amherst.
3. South Hadley (8-2, last week: 3) After a 3-2 start, the Tigers have ripped off five straight wins, including a tough 10-8 victory over Chelmsford. Sam Duda and T.J. Fitzell have already surpassed the 50-point mark, and Tom Crotty is right behind with 48 on the season.
4. Agawam (7-3, last week: 6) The Brownies make the biggest jump of the week after they became just the second Valley League team to defeat a team from the Valley Wheel, defeating Minnechaug 6-4. (Cathedral was the first after an 11-2 win over Amherst). Five different Agawam players found the net Thursday, and the defense turned in a strong effort in the win.
5. Minnechaug (7-4, last week: 4) The week started off with disappointment for the Falcons after a loss to Agawam, but ended with a huge 9-6 win over No. 2 Westfield, putting Minnechaug right in the mix in the Valley Wheel. The difficult non-conference schedule continues with a matchup at St. John's-Shrewsbury Monday.
6. Mount Greylock (8-1, last week: 5) Admittedly, it's pretty cruel to move the Mounties down a spot after a 3-0 week that saw them outscore opponents by an average score of 19-1, but Agawam's big win slides Mount Greylock to No. 6 this week. Mount Greylock is one of just two Division III teams in the rankings, so they will not face the five teams in front of them in the postseason.
7. Cathedral (5-5, last week: 8) The other ranked Div. III team has won five of its last seven games after starting the season 0-3. A rematch with Northampton Monday is big for the Panthers, who lost their second game of the season 8-4 game to the Blue Devils at home.
8. Northampton (4-7, last week: 7) The four-game losing streak and drop in the rankings is more about tough scheduling than poor play for the Blue Devils. The four losses came against the top four teams in the rankings. Alex Zadworny continued his strong play this season, with two hat tricks this week in losing efforts against South Hadley and Agawam.
9. Amherst (3-6, last week: 9) A win over St. Mary broke up a three game losing streak for the rebuilding Hurricanes. They will take on a struggling West Springfield team Friday before the Valley Wheel merry-go-round starts up again against Westfield, Minnechaug and South Hadley.
10. Chicopee (8-2, last week: 10) Pittsfield very nearly cracked the top ten rankings Friday, but a behind-the-back goal from Scott Geissler in overtime earned the Pacers their third straight win and kept them locked into the No. 10 spot. Coming up next, two games against Belchertown just four days apart that could decide the Suburban League champion.
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EAST LIVERPOOL - Owners of more than six acres in the East End of the city are asking for a zoning change in preparation for a potential sale of the parcel, saying the rezone is necessary for the sale.
The Sue Ludovici Family Trust, Linda and Robert Martin, Thomas and Elizabeth Ludovici, Linda Ludovici, Fran Phillips and Anita Hall have petitioned the city Planning Commission for the zoning classification change from B-5, central business district, to M-3, general industrial.
The property, located at 1331 Pennsylvania Ave., composes about 6.27 acres, and according to planning Director Bill Cowan, was previously zoned B-5 until the owners requested a change to M-3 four or five years ago. Now the owners want to revert to the original status.
Cowan said he does not know what the plans are for the property, saying the application from the owners specifies only that "Potential purchaser of real estate will not purchase the property as currently zoned."
The city Planning Commission will consider the request during a meeting at noon June 17 in council chambers at City Hall. The meeting is open to the public.


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14Ohhhhhhhh Shit. Nick Hogan ARRESTED!!!
Nick Hogan was arrested today on charges stemming from the August street race that left one of his best friends critically injured.
Also: HE WAS DRINKING!!!
In addition to the reckless driving charge, authorities cited Bollea for using a motor vehicle in commission of a felony, being a driver under 21 operating a vehicle with a breath-alcohol level of .02 percent or higher and having illegal window tinting.
The Hogans issued the following statement:
"Nick and the entire 'Hogan' Bollea family are saddened that criminal charges have been filed in regards to the tragic single car accident on August 26, 2007. Nick will meet and answer these charges in the appropriate arena – a court of law. The family's primary focus and concern still remains for the continued recovery of Nick's longtime friend John Graziano. The Bolleas will also continue to stand by the Graziano family and help them in any way they can.
The tragedy to both families is compounded by the fact that unfortunately John was not wearing his seatbelt. Thankfully, Nick was wearing his. Because of what happened to John, the entire Bollea family will make it a priority to increase public awareness about the importance of always wearing your seatbelt.
There has been much speculation as to the speed and wet road conditions surrounding this accident. Although all the evidence has not been evaluated, preliminary reports from the experts indicate that this was not, in fact, a high-speed accident.
Because Nick is still a juvenile and has no prior criminal record, we are disappointed that he is being charged as an adult offender. However, we are confident that the evidence will demonstrate that this was an accident. We ask all who follow these events to keep an open mind as to the facts until they have been ultimately determined. Finally, we thank all who have prayed for John's recovery and ask for your continued support and prayers.â€
Yeah, motherfuckers. ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEATBELT WHILE DRINKING AND STREET RACING!!!!!!!!
November 7, 2007 at 10:42 am by Evil Beet
22Hulk Hogan's Son Nearly Killed in Drag-racing Accident
Just when you thought no one in the Hogan family could make a dumber decision than Brooke Hogan's ass-pants, her brother Nick is there to prove us wrong.
Hulk Hogan's son, Nick, who you might recognize from Hogan Knows Best, was nearly killed in a car accident on Sunday night in Clearwater, Florida. While no official statement has been made, many are assuming that the 17-year-old was drag-racing. He crashed his Toyota Supra around 7:30 pm, after losing control of the vehicle, hitting a raised median, and crashing into a palm tree.
Stupid, stupid, stupid.
You can check out video of concerned Papa Hogan on the crash scene here.
His mother released the following statement:
"My son Nick and a friend were involved in a car accident last night. Nick suffered minor injuries and has been treated and released from the hospital. At this time, his friend, John Graziano remains hospitalized. Nick is currently at the hospital with John and his family. His sole concern is for the well being of his friend. On behalf of my family, we ask that your thoughts and prayers be with John and his loved ones."
Nick is going to be in a LOT of trouble for this — he was recently cited in Florida for going nearly twice the speed limit, in a construction zone!
Stupid, stupid, stupid!


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A plant scientist with years of experience teaching students and conducting studies at research and extension centers is the new head of the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Wyoming.
Jim Heitholt will leave his crop physiology position with Texas A&M University – Commerce and join the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Aug. 18. He is scheduled to attend the Powell Research and Extension Center field day Thursday, July 17, near Powell.
"The appointment is a very exciting time for me personally," said Heitholt, a professor in the Department of Agricultural Sciences with Texas A&M University – Commerce, who also has a joint appointment in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences at College Station.
"I am extremely grateful for this opportunity and intend to serve the students, faculty, staff, and college leadership and stakeholders as wisely and enthusiastically as I possibly can," he said.
Bret Hess, associate dean of research in the college, served as one of two interim department heads during the search to fill theposition.


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Pelosi: Day care allows women to work without 'carrying the burden of child care'
**Written by Doug Powers
Nancy Pelosi likes to think she's there to help relieve people of their burdens, even if those burdens are their children:
Pelosi spoke about her recently announced "When Women Succeed, America Succeeds: An Economic Agenda for Women and Families," on Weekend Edition Sunday, an agenda that includes equal pay for women, an increase in the minimum wage, universal pre-school and access to child care for women who work.
"The child care issue probably has to be done in steps," Pelosi told NPR host Susan Stamberg. "But when children are learning, parents can be learning."
"And when the children are in preschool, that frees parents to earn without carrying the burden of the child care," she said.
Video at the link.
Beyond words.
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I would like to give away Fable 2 for the 360. Condition = Fine and Dandy.
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New Posters From X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST!!
From Empire comes two new posters from X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST, arriving in US theaters May 23.
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Minicom Digital Signage unveils Remote Device Management (RDM) Technology for Digital Signage Displays at Screen Media Expo 2010
Remote centralized management and Proof of Performance reduce operational costs and TCO
Zurich, Switzerland (April 27, 2010) â Minicom Digital Signage, the leader in media infrastructure solutions for the Digital Signage (DS) marketplace, will demonstrate the first Remote Device Management (RDM) solution with Proof of Performance capabilities at Screen Media Expo 2010 (booth D5). The show will be taking place in London (UK), on May 5-6, 2010.
The proprietary RDM technology enables reliable remote monitoring and control of display assets of any DS and DooH network, and marks the conceptualization of managed displays. The solution features a unique Media Feedback Mechanism (MFM) for Proof of Performance (POP) so advertisers in DooH networks can validate and audit advertising to ensure both the quantity and quality of the broadcasted ad.
With the management capabilities offered by the RDM, operators can reduce system downtime and improve visibility while reducing operational costs and increasing return on investment. The technology enables automatic triggering of support call when necessary, so network operators can intervene quickly and efficiently to reduce operational expenses and thereby total cost of ownership.
Ronni Guggenheim, CEO Minicom Digital Signage: âThe world of Digital Signage is expanding rapidly with millions of displays from different vendors deployed globally. The interest of media operators is to extract the maximum value from their business-critical media infrastructure, 24/7. This creates a natural trend towards remote central management of media-space display assets, which will be a crucial capability. Our RDM technology provides an essential building block helping the market mature.â?
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Ben & Jerry's and the WaterWheel Foundation Host World's Largest Cowbell Ensemble
On Saturday, April 14th, Ben & Jerry's and the WaterWheel Foundation will host a gathering on Church Street in downtown Burlington, Vermont in an effort to form the World's Largest Cowbell Ensemble. Jon Fishman, drummer for the band Phish, will lead the effort. The two organizations are celebrating their 15 year partnership, and the anniversary of Ben & Jerry's Phish Food.


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George Galloway's Respect Party has delivered another knockout blow to Labour in Bradford, defeating the party leader Ian Greenwood.
George Galloway's Respect Party has delivered another knockout blow to Labour in Bradford, defeating the party leader Ian Greenwood.
Voters across the Calendar region have been at the polls to elect 302 councillors on 15 of our local authorities
Local elections are taking place today across the region
Ed Balls reacts to Labour gains in Bradford and the council leader's loss of his seat.
The people of Sheffield have rejected the system of directly elected mayors.
The votes:
Labour have held onto control of Leeds City Council after the local elections, having gained 8 seats.
The Liberal Democrats have lost 6 and the Conservatives have lost 2 seats on last year.
How it stands now:
Labour - 63
Conservatives - 19
Liberal Democrats - 10
Independents - 5
Greens - 2
Doncaster has voted to retain its elected mayor.
The votes:
Labour have held Wakefield Council after gaining 12 seats at the local elections.
Nine conservative councillors have lost their seats. Three Independents also lost their seats.
How it stands now:
Labour - 52
Conservatives - 11
Labour have held Sheffield Council and ousted it's former Liberal Democrat leader Paul Scriven in the process.
The Lib Dems lost 11 seats in total, with Labour gaining 11.
How it stands now:
Labour - 61
Liberal Democrats - 21
Green - 2
Labour have claimed the scalp of the former leader of Sheffield Council, Paul Scriven. The Liberal Democrat was beaten into third place. Patricia Dunn took the seat for the Labour party.
The Labour administration keeps hold of power at Doncaster Council after gaining 6 seats.
The Independents and the Liberal Democrats lost 3 seats each.
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This is a nice low elevation bouldering area in a beautiful little canyon. There are a handful of really nice boulders to be climbed on, with some great moderate problems and some really good harder ones. The rock is a bit water polished, but has really nice features and is mostly super solid. The landings of some of the climbs are occasionally under standing water.
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These boulders are directly below It Cliff. Park at the Molino Basin parking area, a mile or so before the Fee Station. Follow the trail south for a bit, scramble down into the creekbed and head downstream.
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Hacienda Del Mar in Englewood
- bedrooms 2
- baths 3
- sleeps 4
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community Hacienda Del Mar
- rates (USD) $ 2,000 - $ 3,000 / month
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This is a charming, very private third floor condo overlooking the intercoastal
waterway and all its beauty! It is a spacious, tastefully furnished,
(including towels, sheets,and all kitchen accessories)
two bedroom, 3 bath unit, with a huge screened balcony to check out
the gorgeous sunsets and parade of boats. Englewood is a small
fishing community on the Florida West Coast, 4-1/2 miles north of
Boca Grande and 10 miles south of Venice with only a 1-1/2 hour
drive from Tampa International Airport. We are proud of our
beautiful beach (15 minutes from condo) and many terrific local
restaurants. Port Charlotte is another shopping area only 20 minutes
from the condo. --- Perfect for that 2-3 month vacation "get-away" or anyone
relocating to this or surrounding areas. Only an hour from St. Petersburg
and our Tampa Bay Rays Stadium and much more!
This is truly a treasured, private, "last of its kind" vacation
area; perfect for a winter visit, summer vacation or yearly relocating
condo rental amenities
This complex has two large, beautiful pools, jacuzzi, tennis
courts, putting green and a marina adjacent to the property.
Newly added work out room with great equipment and a new summer
kitchen on the top floor of pool house add even more fun for all.
activities and attractions in Englewood Gulf Coast South
You can have your choice of multiple boating, fishing, swimming, shopping,
tennis or golfing areas--- all while enjoying the privacy and charm of a
quaint Florida town.
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Summer: $2,000 per month, $5,500 for 3 months
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In a time where most people spend many hours at work sitting over a PC or keyboard, ergonomic furniture can play a crucial part when it comes to our health.
A vast amount of health issues people suffer from today, among them common ailments such as back pains or joint pains, can come from wrong, "unhealthy" posture that is often on account of non-ergonomic furniture or less than optimal workplace set-ups in general.
With ergonomic furniture, such as ergonomic chairs and desks, many of the above mentioned health issues can be avoided. This type of furniture is built and designed in such a way as to pose the least strain on our bodies even if we may need to spend many hours per day in front of a PC monitor or a workstation.
Among the factors that ergonomic chairs will address will be that a person will always sit in such a way that it benefits and supports a good posture and correct spine alignment With traditional chairs, people may often be forced to bend down or up respectively which can lead to serious back problems.
The same is true if a chair or desk doesn't have the right height which would require a person to always strain their neck over many hours.
Ergonomic chairs, in particular ergonomic computer and office chairs are ideal not only for those at work but are equally beneficial for you at home. You may spend hours on your own personal computer or you would like furniture that is comfortable and won't lead to health problems when you prefer to watch movies or simply like to read.
With ergonomic chairs you will be able to avoid a lot of health problems before they have a chance to come about. Don't risk your health and look into getting an ergonomic chair. Your health should be worth it!


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Content Extraction Signatures (2001)
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|In International Conference on Information Security and Cryptology ICISC 2001, volume 2288 of LNCS
|19 - 2 self
author = {Ron Steinfeld and Laurence Bull and Yuliang Zheng},
title = {Content Extraction Signatures},
booktitle = {In International Conference on Information Security and Cryptology ICISC 2001, volume 2288 of LNCS},
year = {2001},
pages = {285--304},
publisher = {Springer-Verlag}
Years of Citing Articles
Motivated by emerging needs in online interactions, we define a new type of digital signature called a 'Content Extraction Signature ' (CES). A CES allows the owner, Bob, of a document signed by Alice, to produce an 'extracted signature ' on selected extracted portions of the original document, which can be verified to originate from Alice by any third party Cathy, while hiding the unextracted (removed) document portions. The new signature therefore achieves verifiable content extraction with minimal multi-party interaction. We specify desirable functional and security requirements for a CES (including an efficiency requirement: a CES should be more efficient in either computation or communication than the simple multiple signature solution). We propose and analyze four CES constructions which are provably secure with respect to known cryptographic assumptions and compare their performance characteristics.


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Not the stuff of sci-fi satire. This is a real finding from a real study: Female-named hurricanes kill more than male hurricanes because people don't respect them.
"'[Our] model suggests that changing a severe hurricane's name from Charley … to Eloise … could nearly triple its death toll,' the study says."
Oh my fucking god
Do you have a point?
I guess my angry, bitter, disgusted sarcastic comment wasn't clear. This phenomenon is so gross and surprising (to me) that I was unable to be eloquent. I cannot believe it's even a thing. Hurricanes are dangerous (duh), and the fact that people view ones with women's names as less of a threat is mind blowing, especially considering that the most severe storms we've had have been given female names.
The fact that women are so viewed as weak or something to be ignored, even in regards to A POTENTIALLY DEADLY NATURAL DISASTER is a feminist issue. But the fact that it HAS to be is absurd.
The fact that misogyny is so deeply entrenched in the human psyche that people will ignore direct threats to their safety is so unbelievable that it's just a sad joke.
So that's my point.
I didn't follow this headline at first - thought it was bad satire. Then I read the article…
Naming a hurricane with a female name makes people - ALL people - treat it with less respect?!
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Willamette Partnership is hiring an Ecosystem Service Specialist!
Click here for the job description. Application deadline: August 31, 2014.
Willamette Partnership, along with partner agencies in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington; US EPA Region 10; and The Freshwater Trust have released a set of Joint Regional Recommendations on Water Quality Trading
We've also been working to coordinate water quality trading practitioners and stakeholders on a national level to explore best practices for trading. Read more about the National Network on Water Quality Trading
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We want ecological resiliency. We believe naturally functioning ecosystems form the cornerstone of livable communities and a healthy, sustainable economy. To get this, we need to increase the pace, scope, and effectiveness of conservation—that's our mission.
To achieve our mission we are focusing our attention in three core areas:
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The Willamette Partnership initiated its Counting on the Environment Program, with the help of essential public and non-profit stakeholders, in November of 2008. This two-year program, funded by a grant from the Natural Resource and Conservation Service, includes an aggressive effort to:
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A hip prosthesis has a stem which is to be anchored in the femur bone and has a transverse surface for support on a subtrochanteric bone surface. The transverse surface comprises a plurality of support parts which engage in the bone at mutual spacings and which preferably radiate in the form of a star from a ring.
1. A hip prosthesis to be supported by a transverse subtrochanteric bone surface located intermediate upper and lower portions of the femur bone, comprising:
a stem having upper and lower portions, for positioning longitudinally within respective upper and lower portions of the femur bone;
support means associated with the stem to extend transversely from the stem and between the upper and lower bone portions, the support means having upper and lower bone engaging surfaces and an external diameter sized to be substantially no larger than the external diameter of the bone portions, the lower bone engaging surface being adapted to transfer longitudinal forces from the upper portion of the stem through said bone surface to the lower bone portion, and to define with said upper bone engaging surface a plurality of interspaces for bone growth between the upper and lower bone portions.
2. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 1, wherein the support means is a rigid member separate from the stem (1) and introducible into the bone before the stem.
3. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 1, wherein the support means includes a ring, and the interspaces are defined by ribs radiating in the form of a star from the ring (15).
4. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 3, wherein the stem (1) includes a contact surface (5) which interacts with the ring (15).
5. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 4, wherein annular shims (19) are provided which can be inserted between the contact surface (5) and the ring (15).
6. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 1, wherein the prosthesis includes a neck part (6) carrying a prosthesis head (7) and the neck part is releasably joined via adapters (14) of adjustable length to the upper portion of the stem (1).
7. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 2, wherein the support means includes a ring, and the interspaces are defined by ribs radiating in the form of a star from the ring (15).
8. A prosthesis as claimed in claim 2, wherein the prosthesis includes a neck part (6) carrying a prosthesis head (7) and the neck part is releasably joined via adapters (14) of adjustable length to the upper portion of the stem (1).
After implantation of a prosthesis, destruction of the topmost femur section can occur, and this manifests itself in an extremely thin or even partially absent cortical substance. If, in such a state, a reoperation has to be carried out, this section cannot be used for supporting the new prosthesis. For this case, the state of the art makes two prosthesis versions available. One of these versions is based on the replacement of the degenerated, upper section of the femur, which is removed and replaced by a prosthesis. The latter is supported on the resection plane and its stem is anchored in the distal, remaining part of the bone. The disadvantage of this version is the loss of the natural muscular attachment in the trochanter region and the restriction of further prosthetic measures in the future. Not infrequently, this causes total loss of the femur bone. The second, more frequently used version comprises a prosthesis with a long stem, which reaches down beyond the degenerated section of the femur bone and is cemented in deeply in the distal section of the bone. In this case, the disadvantage is that, as a rule, secure support for the neck of the prosthesis resting on the bone in the weakened section of the femur section cannot be achieved. Thus, there is a risk of the prosthesis subsiding into the femur bone. Due to the absence of support of the upper prosthesis part, the latter is subjected to a higher oscillating load and tends to an increased risk of fracture. It has been proved that, for biomechanical and biological reasons, total filling of the degenerated bone section with cement provokes complete failure of the residual remaining, thin cortical substance.
Regeneration of the weakened bone section can be achieved not by cement, but only by a cement-free implantation technique. However, this is to be expected only if there is no movement between the prosthesis and the bone, and this presupposes stable anchorage of the prosthesis in the lower bone section, with prevention of subsidence of the prosthesis.
The invention is based on the object of providing a prosthesis of the type described at the outset, which is better able to meet these aims.
According to the invention, this is achieved when the transverse surface, supported on the bone, of the prosthesis is formed by a plurality of support parts engaging in the bone at mutual spacings. These support parts are advantageously formed such that they radiate in the form of a star from a ring, a sleeve or the like. The interspace formed between the support parts makes it possible for a bone connection to remain or to be reformed between the femur bone sections located below and above the support parts. The invention thus makes it possible for the prosthesis to be supported in a central part of the femur bone, without the upper section having to be completely resected. Rather, the thinned, upper section can be filled with natural, homologous or autologous bone material and thus reinforced, without the hold of the prosthesis having to rely on this bone section.
The support of the prosthesis does not have to be based exclusively on the support parts engaging in the bone at mutual spacings; rather, an annular support surface can also be used, the external diameter of which is smaller than the external diameter of the bone at the particular point. In many cases, it is sufficient if the support parts engaging in the bone at mutual spacings merely lie in one plane; however, the use of support parts in several planes is also possible, for example by means of projections which are arranged like spines of a hedgehog on one or more ring parts.
In the case of the implantation of a ring carrying support parts in one plane, it is possible to introduce the ring after the femur bone has been completely severed at the particular point. The prosthesis stem is then knocked into the medullary canal. The ring is thus positioned essentially within the medullary space, so that linear growth of the cortical substance from the distal side towards the proximal side is subsequently possible similarly as in the case of a fracture. Instead, it may also be possible in some cases first to introduce the stem and to insert the support parts from the outside through the bone and to join them to the prosthesis stem.
If the support parts are located on a part which can be introduced separately from the stem, the stem advantageously comprises a contact surface by means of which it is in turn supported. To adjust the correct position of the prosthesis, spacer rings can be provided which can be inserted between the contact surface of the stem and the part carrying the support parts. For adjustment, provision can also be made for arranging adaptors of adjustable length between a prosthesis part carrying the prosthesis head and the prosthesis part which forms or carries the support parts.
The invention is described below in more detail with reference to the drawing which illustrates an advantageous embodiment example and in which:
FIG. 1 shows the prosthesis in an exploded view of its individual components,
FIG. 2 shows the prosthesis in the inserted state and
FIG. 3 shows a cross-section through FIG. 2 in the plane III.
The prosthesis stem 1 consists of a lower section 2, which is to be introduced into the middle to lower section of the femur bone 3, and of an upper section 4 which has a slightly greater diameter than the lower section 2, so that a tapered contact surface 5 is formed at the transition point by a change in diameter. The section 2 and, if appropriate, parts of the section 1 can have longitudinal grooves for a greater-area joint with the bone material. The uppper section 4 of the stem is releasably joined in any desired, known manner to the neck part 6 which carries the prosthesis head 7. In the case shown, the joint is accomplished as a result of the neck part 6 having a sleeve 8 which encloses and fits around the upper stem section 4 for improved transmission of the bending moments. The mutually opposite end faces 9 of the prosthesis stem and 10 of the sleeve bottom have mutually engaging, radial teeth which allow a rotationally secure joint by means of the tension screw 11 in various angular positions, in order to adjust the desired anteversion. The tension screw 11 can be secured against undesired twisting by means of a known locking device 12 in a bore 13. Adaptors 14 allow a desired spacing between the joint head 7 and the contact surface 5 to be set.
In the implanted state, the prosthesis is supported via the contact surface 5 on a support ring 15 which has a bore fitting the contact surface 5 and from which several support parts or ribs 16 radiate as circumferentially spaced apart radial projections. The external diameter of the support ring 15 carrying the support parts 16 is greater than the internal diameter of the medullary canal, but smaller than the external diameter of the femur bone. Therefore, both the support ring and the projections can be supported on the resection surface 17 of the femur bone. At the same time, this leaves sufficient interspace in the form of a plurality of longitudinally extending channels or paths between the support projections in the cross-sectional region of the bone, through which interspace the bone material 18 can connect the upper section and the lower section of the femur bone. Spacer rins or shims 19 are provided for adjusting the distance between the contact surface 5 and the support ring 15.
The operation procedure is such that, at a height at which the cortical substance of the femur bone is of sufficient thickness, the femur bone is severed. The support ring 15 is interposed at this point. The prosthesis stem 1 is then knocked into the medullary canal from the proximal end. The upper, thinned femur section is filled with natural, homologous or autologous bone material, and the neck part 6 is put in place on the prosthesis stem and fixed in the desired anteversion position. The adaptors 14 and/or 19 then allow correct length adjustment. It can be provided that the ring part 15 of the support ring is located predominantly or exclusively within the medullary canal, so that the greatest possible cross-sectional area is left between the support projections 16 for the cortical substance to grow through longitudinally.
As a result of the bone reconstruction achievable according to the invention, measures and re-operations which may become necessary later are facilitated considerably and the risk of total loss of the femur bone is substantially reduced.
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