text:
If you've been under a rock for the last couple of days I am here to inform you that we can all calm down now because Jennifer Aniston has finally gotten engaged. If you haven't been under a rock, you have been inundated with hideously titled articles that make me want to cringe. CNN did a photo spread called Jennifer Aniston's Men and USA Today wondered Has Jennifer Finally Found Her Happy Ending? (Those are the only ones I read the headlines of before giving up.)
We have been publicly obsessed with Jennifer Aniston since she got the haircut named for her character Rachel on Friends about 15 years ago (Yes it has been that long. The show premiered in 1994.) All the shows stars became huge but Aniston was the biggest breakout. Then when she started dating Brad Pitt and they got his and hers matching highlights for the wedding the deal was sealed.
She was pretty, seemingly perfect and had snagged the cutest guy in Hollywood.
We all know how that turned out and since the breakup of "Bennifer" we have as a culture have been unyielding obsessed with watching Jennifer's love life and waiting for her to find the perfect man. Is this one going to give her the long desired baby? Will that one hurt her like Brad?
I duly note that people are also incredibly obsessed with George Clooney's love life. But with him it's always about what young woman he has been showing off and what a great life he has as the single man about town. Don't get me wrong, I admire him and his politics. But there is never an air of desperation in the stories about him. His stories are about freedom.
The stories people have written about Jennifer always make it seem like she is just desperate to get married and have a baby.
About the baby obsession. It has really gotten out of control. Kids seem to be another Hollywood accessory of late. Her desperation to get married was always coupled with her desperation for kids. As if an independent woman of means could not have a kid by herself if she wanted one.
Caitlin Moran said it best in a recent interview with Terry Gross on Fresh Air. (and by the way, read her book, How to Be a Woman. I just started it and it is great.)
I mean just this week on the cover of Grazia, kind of like the biggest selling women's magazine in the U.K., was yet another picture of Jennifer Aniston with, you know, Jennifer's baby fear. And you know, we've spent 15 years discussing whether this woman is going to have a baby or not. I just think that's so rude. It's just, you know, we don't know what issues she's got. You know, that's totally her decision. The idea that this is like a national debate that we have all the time. You know, is she pregnant? Isn't she pregnant? Does she want a baby? Is she sad? Did she still wish she could have Brad's baby? Is she going to adopt a baby? Is she going to have a baby with this new boyfriend then leave him so she can be a single mother? It's just never been an option for Jennifer Aniston not to have a kid. Imagine if you saw George Clooney on the cover of a magazine every week with, is George broody? Is George going to adopt a baby? When is George going to have another kid? It would just seem weird. We'd seem demented, yet it's totally valid for women.
Jennifer Aniston illustrates a culture that is still so incredibly ambivalent about single women even though the numbers of single women -- and single moms -- keeps growing. So while women are establishing and accepting their independence, at the same moment, the culture is tearing women down because it still really wants to promote marriage and so-called traditional values. As if there are any traditional values anymore.
Only a crazy loon would not wish Jennifer Aniston much happiness in her life. Maybe now that she is on her way to becoming Sadie, Sadie, married lady now people will leave her the hell alone. But I kind of doubt it. i'm guessing the tabloids are already prepping baby bump stories.
I'm glad Jennifer Aniston is engaged. But I'd be happier still if nobody cared (The Guardian)
Katherine | August 15, 2012 2:31 PM
Bennifer was Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, yo.
Zsuzsanna Budapest | August 14, 2012 9:02 PM
I am sure Aniston's publicity agent had a LOT to do with keeping the audience emoting over Jennifer. These narratives are paid for. I think she is a wonderful actress, but she is still doing "Friends" in different costumes. I celebrate women who are single. I think our ratio is growing.
Its the male publicity agents who are in the last century.
Trixie | August 14, 2012 7:20 PM
Totally true!
Thanks for this...
(Just one thing: Bennifer was Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, not Brad and Jen.)
(I am sad that I know that.)
Sophie | August 14, 2012 4:06 PM
I think it is so important that we look at this amd see it for what it is: a cultural shaming of women if they are not married. I was so happy when Caitlin Moran spoke up about this. If you look beyond the way the media has portrayed her she ACTUALLY seems to be living a fabulous life of freedom - she's filthy rich and spends her life traveling all over the world. This woman is living the life of her dreams! But instead the media portrays her as 'desperate' without a husband. It's telling women the same goes for them.
Patricia | August 14, 2012 3:44 PM
Double standard ! Yes, the stories about Jennifer always make her sound desperate and needy because she is a single woman, whereas George Clooney is constantly portrayed as the charming ladies' man who enjoys life to the fullest because he remains single.
Thanks for sharing this great news. Iâm sure people come to like your blog and gain benefit from
The female chooses what to do. You undermine her choice & freedom to take off or keep on her
I'm a man of Scottish descent (there's even a town there that carries my last name). I
There is nothing else in the world that blatantly shows no self control like a fat person. They are


text:
Physicians for Human RightsUsing science and medicine to stop human rights violations
For Immediate Release
PHR Dismayed at Convictions of Bahraini Medics in Criminal Court
Cambridge, MA - 11/21/2012
PHR today expressed dismay at the decision by Bahrain's Lower Criminal Court to sentence 23 health professionals to three months in prison on charges of illegally gathering during Arab spring protests in 2011. Five others were acquitted.
"We are disappointed, though not surprised, that the Bahraini regime once again has decided to punish health professionals merely for expressing their right to peaceful assembly," said Richard Sollom, deputy director of PHR. "Instead of punishing these dedicated professionals, the Government of Bahrain should focus on prosecuting the people responsible for torturing many of those who were arrested and detained."
The 23 people convicted today include 12 physicians, as well as nurses and other health professionals. All are expected to appeal their convictions. Four other health professionals whose appeals were denied in October are in prison serving sentences ranging from one to five years.
"It's now been a year since the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry released its report, and the government's pledge to carry out the commission's recommendations has been shown to be hollow," Sollom said. "Once again, we call on the regime to reverse the convictions of all health professionals, to expunge those convictions from their records, to restore them to their jobs, and to compensate them for the time they lost in having to challenge these spurious charges."
The commission, established by the king to investigate charges of human rights abuses, recommended that the government review and commute the sentences of all persons charged with offenses involving peaceful political expression and to drop any outstanding charges against them.
Since early 2011, PHR health teams have visited Bahrain three times to document human rights abuses, including systematic attacks on health professionals and patients.
"None of these health professionals belongs in prison," said Sollom. "How long must it take for the Government of Bahrain to reform its security and judicial systems to ensure that all of its citizens can enjoy freedom and justice?"
Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) is an independent organization that uses medicine and science to stop mass atrocities and severe human rights violations. We are supported by the expertise and passion of health professionals and concerned citizens alike.
Since 1986, PHR has conducted investigations in more than 40 countries around the world, including Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Sudan, the United States, the former Yugoslavia, and Zimbabwe.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Wow, Bengals Are Idiots. And Old People Should Not Play Video Games
"The plaintiffs argue that EA never compensated thousands of retired players whose likenesses were used to fill the rosters for the game's historic teams. The suit alleges that EA "knowingly and intentionally" included the stats, positions, height and weights of retired players, but removed player names and uniform numbers to avoid paying anyone." Wtf? They do it so they can introduce historic players in a fun way. Also, so they can incorporate rookies into the Franchise mode without having to randomize stats each time. And who the hell gave him to right to sue for 6,000 players? This dude just clearly wants money.


text:
We use cookies on this site to make sure you have the best experience possible. If you continue browsing without changing your browser settings, we assume you are happy to use those cookies.
For more information, including how to change your browser settings, please read our cookie policy.
You can visit as often as you like on all opening days throughout the entire season. At the same time, you will get lots of good benefits.
Children with a Season Pass eat for free – valued at up to DKK 109Valid for a buffet for up to two children per paying adult (who has purchased the buffet or a main course) at the following resturants:The restaurant at HOTEL LEGOLAND, from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m., all seasonThe Polar & Pizza Restaurant in Polar Land from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. all season, except for weeks 27-32
NEW - Family Buffet from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. all season, except for weeks 27-32
NEW - Knights' Restaurant from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. all season, except for weeks 27-32
15% discount on mini-break holidays at Hotel LEGOLAND for all of 2014Season Pass holders save 15% on current hotel rates for all of 2014.
Must be booked via LEGOLAND.dk
See benefits and conditions for 2014 here
A season pass costs DKK 545 for children (3-12 yrs) and seniors (65+ yrs) and DKK 595 for adults.
Order your temporary LEGOLAND season pass
The LEGOLAND park is closed Monday till Friday in week 15 and on Wednesdays and Thursdays in weeks 36-41 in 2014.
Prices/exchange rates subject to change without notice.
LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations, the Minifigure, DUPLO, LEGENDS OF CHIMA and LEGOLAND are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2014 The LEGO Group. The LEGO MOVIE © The LEGO Group & Warner Bros Entertainment Inc. Star Wars™ and all the characters, names and related indicia are ©2014 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.
LEGOLAND ApS | Nordmarksvej | DK-7190 Billund | CVR: DK36887613
Privacy Policy | Legal Notice | Cookies


text:
October 31, 2012
Police Chief Greg Suhr scheduled six community forums in September and October to discuss tasers replacing guns in mental health crisis situations. When a citizen group kept showing up at hearings asking questions about hundreds of taser deaths and maimings and supporting SFPD Crisis Intervention Team training in verbal de-escalation, Chief Suhr cancelled the community forums.
December 23, 2010
With unemployment at its highest in decades and 41 percent more San Franciscans requesting assistance feeding themselves and their families this year, out-of-work residents convened at City Hall to ask Mayor Newsom to sign the local hiring law that a super-majority of the Board of Supervisors passed last week.
August 21, 2010
District 6 Supervisor Chris Daly, champion of the have-nots in San Francisco for a decade, has passed the torch and endorsed James Keys, his longtime legislative assistant and campaign coordinator, to be his successor. "James was by my side through my toughest battles," Daly said.


text:
Couldn't make the 2014 Arts Congress? Don't miss this opportunity to hear the keynote speakers explore topics of love, hope, and creating art in the ashes.
Alanna Mitchell inspired both tears and laughter from the audience at the 2014 Arts Congress with her emotional journey that took her from the bottom of the ocean and onto the stage.
Michael Greyeyes discussed conflict as intensely creative, like fire it burns away all that is unnecessary.
Carolyn Warren, Vice-President, Arts, of the Banff Centre, shared her thoughts on creativity, the arts, and resilience in regards to rejuvenation.
Weddings Aren't Free. And You Shouldn't Treat Them As Such.
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Art is not a mirror held up to reality, but a hammer with which to shape it.
Bertolt Brecht
Creativity takes courage.
Henri Matisse
If we, citizens, do not support our artists, then we sacrifice our imagination on the altar of crude reality and we end up believing in nothing...
Yann Martel
Kids: they dance before they learn there is anything that isn't music
William Edgar Stafford
Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.
Edgar Degas
Creativity is contagious, pass it on.
Albert Einstein
Our brains are organized by stories and images, not statistics.
Gloria Steinem
Imagination rules the world.
Napoleon Bonaparte
Man will begin to recover the moment he takes art as seriously as physics, chemistry or money.
Ernst Levy
After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music.
Aldous Huxley
If you ask me what I came to do in this world, I, an artist, will answer you: I am here to live out loud.
Emile Zola
We don't make mistakes, just happy little accidents.
Bob Ross
Life is short, art is long...


text:
YouTube's Most Watched Videos Of 2010
by Scott Cameron
Explore this
Reported by
Scott Cameron
Last week, YouTube announced its most watched videos of the year.� At #1: "Bed Intruder Song."� That's the video mixed together from Antoine Dodson's TV interview after his sister's attempted assault (YouTube calls it "quirky").� "Annoying Orange" is #4, and OK Go's video for "This Too Shall Pass" landed at #7.� Check out (and re-watch) the full list at www.youtube.com/rewind.
Copyright 2014 NPR. To see more, visit http://www.npr.org/.
Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
Copyright(c) 2014, NPR


text:
Let me start this off by saying that I don't usually write FanPosts, but it's quiet at work and I figured I'd give it a shot. I am also not even close to an expert on contracts, cap situations, or what is considered reasonable from a value stand point. I'll leave the cap talk to zen_bills.
I wanted to right this FanPost because there has been so much back and forth about Jairus Byrd and what he and agent Eugene Parker demanded from the Bills, as well as what the Bills offered Byrd. From what I am aware, nothing has been made public about official numbers, and everything has been pure speculation.
What we know:
We know from numerous reports that Byrd and Parker wanted Byrd to be the top paid safety in the league. We know that the Bills offered top five, maybe even top three, money for the safety position. But as we all know, they couldn't reach an agreement. Why? We may never actually know.
I want this fan post to create a discussion for what you would offer Byrd if you were the decision maker at OBD. How many years would you offer? How much would you offer? And how much guaranteed money would you pay out? For discussions sake, I'm not going to worry about incentives in the contract or how the cap hit will be spread out. We are just talking possible money that is paid out to Byrd.
I did a little googling and research to give you all some ideas about what the other top safety contracts currently look like and when they were signed. This can give you some perspective on when the offers were made, the length of the contract, and the guaranteed portion of the contract. You should assume that contracts signed now are going to be more than they were a few years ago (this is just how the system works; just look at the contracts QBs are signing now compared to just a couple years ago).
I got all contract info from spotrac.com and I got the actual full numbers and year they signed from just googling the players name + contract.
The Contracts
Troy Polamalu - Polamalu signed a 4 year extension in the fall of 2011. He was given a $36.5 mil contract with $10.55 mil guaranteed. His contract is basically $9.125 mil per year. He signed the contract when he was 30 years old.
Eric Weddle - Weddle signed a 5 year contract in the summer or 2011. He was given a $40 mil contract with $19 mil guaranteed. His contract comes out to $8 mil per year. He signed the contract when he was 26 years old.
Dashon Goldson - Goldson signed a 5 year contract in the spring of 2013. He was given a $41.25 mil contract with $18 mil guaranteed. His contract comes out to $8.25 mil per year. He signed the contract when he was 28 years old.
I am going to ignore the Eric Berry contract as he is still playing on his rookie contract and this was back in the day when there was no rookie wage scale at the draft like there is today. Just so people don't rag on me that I'm leaving it out, he got a 6 year $50 mil ($25.7 guaranteed) contract.
These are the top safety contracts in the NFL, and I felt this was more than enough info to put together my own offer.
What would I offer Byrd?
Given all the information above and knowing the supposed demands from Byrd and his agent, I wanted to come up with a contract that I thought was both fair to Byrd (who has easily outplayed his rookie contract) and the Bills.
Jarius Byrd is 26 years old about to be 27 in the fall. As far as age and heading into his prime, he is right in the middle of when Weddle and Goldson signed their contracts. We all know Buddy Nix's famous line of scouting and drafting from within and then signing and keeping the drafted talent. Because I want the Bills to make sure they lock up elite talent that was drafted by the team, I would offer Byrd a 6 year contract. This would take him to his 32nd birthday and it would lock up an elite safety for a time period in which I believe the Bills are hoping to make their run at a Super Bowl.
Using the other three safeties contracts, I would offer Byrd a 6 year deal for $51 mil with $23 mil guaranteed. This would put Byrd at $8.5 mil a year, which is higher than both Weddle and Goldson, but less than Polamalu. Polamalu's contract is only for 4 years and he signed the contract when he was 30. I don't think the his per year amount should be heavily weighed in when comparing numbers. Byrd's guaranteed portion of $23 mil seems high, but when you compare it to Weddle and Goldson it comes to just about the same percentage of the total contract.
Weddle - 19/40 = 47.5%
Goldson - 18/41.25 = 43.6%
Byrd - 23/51 = 45.1%
I believe a contract like this is more than fair to a player like Byrd, who he is entering his prime. He is getting more money than Goldson, who just signed his contract this year. His guaranteed portion is the top of all safeties. When you look at his per year cost, he is below Polamalu, but above both Weddle and Goldson. For the Bills, you have just locked in your star safety for 6 years, and you are doing it for only $1.6 mil more than the franchise tender ($6.9 mil) you tagged Byrd with. When it comes to managing your money and how previous contracts have been paid out to other players (Kelsey, Merriman, and Anderson come to mind), paying $1.6 million more to one of your franchise players is something I could deal with this year to keep one of my own rising stars.
How would you feel about this contract? What would you do differently? This is my first ever go at doing something like this. I'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback.
- Stay classy San Diego


text:
Join Listal to create lists, share images, get recommendations and much more
Tomb Raider series
127 7.2 01. Tomb Raider - PC Games
Release: 1996
Tomb Raider is a video game developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive. It was originally released for MS-DOS, PlayStation, and Sega Saturn. Tomb Raider follows the exploits of Lara Croft, an English female archaeologist in search of ancient treasures à la Indiana Jones. The game was critically acclaimed and widely influential. It spawned a number of sequels and a movie franchise.
List-All's rating:
329 7.3 02. Tomb Raider - PlayStation
Tomb Raider was crafted by Core Design of Europe, who took 18 months to develop it. When Core decided that puzzles and stealth should be more important to the game than action, they found that these requirements better suited a female character than a classic male action hero.
Lara's famous breast size was in actuality brought about by accident. Toby Gard, Lara Croft's creator, was adjusting the model when he accidentally blew up Lara's bosom to 150% of what he intended it to be. As he was resizing it back to normal, the other designers saw what he was working on and told him they loved it.
List-All's rating:
11 7.3 03. Tomb Raider - Sega Saturn
Though originally developed primarily for the Sega Saturn, it was the PlayStation version which became the top seller, and as an early title, helped fuel the PlayStation's popularity in the console war.
71 7.4 04. Tomb Raider II - PC Games
Release: 1997
Tomb Raider II was developed by Core Design for the PC and PlayStation. In terms of gameplay, Lara can now climb walls and perform mid-air rolls. New weapons include a harpoon gun, a grenade launcher and an M16 rifle. Lara can also use pyrotechnic flares, used to take advantage of the improved lighting effects in this game. Two vehicles are also found in the game; a motorboat and a snowmobile.
187 7.4 05. Tomb Raider II: Starring Lara Croft - PlayStation
Development of Tomb Raider II was underway before the first game was released, but two key members of the team had left – most notably Lara's creator Toby Gard, who was replaced by Stuart Atkinson. But with an increased budget, the team was expanded and took a shorter amount of time to develop, also helped by the re-use of the same Tomb Raider engine. Lara's appearance was given a make-over by the new designer, giving her a free-flowing pony tail, a smoother appearance, and several new outfits.
4 8.5 06. Tomb Raider Gold - PC Games
In 1998, shortly after Tomb Raider II, Tomb Raider was re-released for the PC market, featuring the original Tomb Raider with four new bonus levels. These levels were also free to download for owners of the original game.
European/UK version, titled 'Unfinished Business'
95 7.1 07. Tomb Raider III: Adventures of Lara Croft - PC Games
Release: 1998
Tomb Raider III: Adventures of Lara Croft is the third game in the Tomb Raider series, developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive for the PC and PlayStation.
The storyline follows Lara Croft as she embarks upon a quest to recover 4 meteorite stones scattered across the world.
127 6.6 08. Tomb Raider III: The Adventures of Lara Crof... - PlayStation
The gameplay of Tomb Raider III picks up where Tomb Raider II left off. Once again, Lara's range of abilities has been expanded, now including such moves as the crouch stance, crawling, a sprinting move and the ability to "monkey swing" on overhead bars and vines. Also, a sprinting feature allows Lara to gain a burst of speed while running, until her stamina bar is used up.
7 7.7 09. Tomb Raider II Gold - PC Games
Released in 1999, Tomb Raider II Gold contains Tomb Raider II together with an extra set of levels, similar to the first 'Gold' edition. Owners of Tomb Raider II could also download these new levels free of charge.
European/UK version, titled 'The Golden Mask'
71 8 010. Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation - PC Games
Release: 1999
Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation is the fourth game in the Tomb Raider series. It was developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive. It was released on PC, PlayStation and eventually to the Sega Dreamcast with special graphic and sound enhancements.
Widely considered to be the best of the Tomb Raider sequels by fans and critics, The Last Revelation was praised for its more dynamic and central plot and that explorable levels were reverted to tombs and temples once more.
103 7 011. Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation - PlayStation
The critical response was somewhat mixed with gaming review sites such as GameSpot saying: "The Last Revelation is far and away the best of the sequels", while other critics complained how the game's mechanics remained practically untouched, along with what some felt was frustrating camera positioning and similar graphics engine. The ending was also criticized, as some felt the game implied that Lara Croft dies in the last scene.
5 3 012. Tomb Raider: The Lost Artifact - PC Games
Released in 2000, 'The Lost Artifact' is a PC mini-sequel to Tomb Raider III, sometimes unofficially called Tomb Raider III Gold. Unlike the other two gold editions, this one was sold as a standalone product rather than as a re-release, and was not available as a free download for existing owners.
20 6.7 013. Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation - Sega Dreamcast
The Sega Dreamcast version of 'The Last Revelation', released in 2000, had exclusive graphical and sound enhancements over the original PlayStation version.
0 7 014. Tomb Raider: The Trilogy - PC Games
4 3 015. Tomb Raider starring Lara Croft - Game Boy Color
In 2000, the first portable Tomb Raider title was released. It was also the first in the series to be rated E ESRB.
50 7.2 016. Tomb Raider: Chronicles - PC Games
Release: 2000
Tomb Raider Chronicles, the fifth game in the Tomb Raider series, was developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive. The game was originally released for PC, PlayStation, and Sega Dreamcast.
'Tomb Raider: Chronicles' opens just days after the events of The Last Revelation, with Lara still missing and presumed dead.
52 7 017. Tomb Raider: Chronicles - PlayStation
The gameplay of Tomb Raider Chronicles is closely tied to that of The Last Revelation. In terms of movement, the only new additions to Lara's skills are the ability to walk on a tightrope, the ability to grab and swing on horizontal bars and the ability to drop from a ledge forwards while crouching.
Although graphically praised as one of the best installments in the series, the game was subject to numerous criticisms, primarily due to its lack of originality. Many felt the Tomb Raider formula had been stretched to its limits; in addition, the game still used the engine from the original Tomb Raider, which despite tweaking began to show its age.
10 4.5 018. Tomb Raider: Chronicles - Sega Dreamcast
Sega Dreamcast version of Tomb Raider: Chronicles.
3 2 019. Tomb Raider: Curse of the Sword - Game Boy Color
2001's Tomb Raider: Curse of the Sword is a sequel to the first Tomb Raider for the Game Boy Color.
6 7 020. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Prophecy - Game Boy Advance
Released in 2001, 'The Prophecy' is considered a sequel to the previous two GBC titles. In this installment, Lara visits Sweden, Cambodia and Italy.
92 6.4 021. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darknes... - PC Games
Release: 2003
Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness is the sixth game in the Tomb Raider series, and was developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive. The game was originally released for PlayStation 2 and PC. The storyline follows Lara Croft as she is hunted across Europe, accused of murdering her former mentor Werner Von Croy.
94 6.4 022. Tomb Raider: The Angel Of Darkness - PlayStation 2
The highly anticipated sixth Tomb Raider was to be the most ambitious yet, with improved graphics and a new look for Lara coupled with an involving storyline. However, The Angel of Darkness would prove to be the worst-received game in the series. It was heavily criticized for its flaws which included numerous bugs, drastically different controls from previous releases, poor gaming structure, plot holes in the storyline, and lack of actual tombs (majority of the game takes place in urban areas such as a nightclub).
The amount of criticism the game provoked caused the series' publishers, Eidos Interactive, to dump developers Core Design and go with a new development team, Crystal Dynamics, for future Tomb Raider titles.
2 7 023. Lara Croft Tomb Raider Collection - PC Games
Released in 2006, this is the ultimate Tomb Raider collection, containing all six titles from the original Tomb Raider series, all developed by Core Design.
156 8 024. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - PC Games
Release: April 2006
Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend is the seventh game in the Tomb Raider series. Published by Eidos Interactive, this is the first game in the series not to be handled by Core Design, developed instead by Crystal Dynamics. The PS2, Windows, Xbox, and Xbox 360 versions all launched in April, the PSP version in June, and the GameCube, Game Boy Advance and DS versions in November.
List-All's rating:
114 7.2 025. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - Xbox 360
Tomb Raider: Legend was released to widely positive reviews by the media and from many Lara Croft fans. Many herald it as a tribute to the classic gameplay of the original 1996 Tomb Raider. The game was also a commercial success, leading to a re-envisioning of the original game in Tomb Raider: Anniversary.
79 7.4 026. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - PlayStation 2
Crystal Dynamics, Lara Croft's new developers, wanted to give her "the look of action and athleticism, and retain her beauty and sensuality, but without making her look creepy". They've certainly achieved it with a more muscle-bound heroine - almost cartoon-esque, but still very identifiably Lara.
16 7.7 027. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - Xbox
The original Xbox version does not include the introduction movie with the opening titles. According to Xboxic, the manager of the Xbox development team genuinely forgot to include the intro video on the final build disc when sending it off for the final game testing with Microsoft's Quality Assurance team.
7 5.3 028. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - PlayStation Portable
While the textures and polygon count were significantly reduced to run on the portable, some new PSP-exclusive gameplay modes were introduced: Tomb Trials, three multiplayer modes and six additional outfits.
0 6 029. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - Game Boy Advance
6 0 030. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - GameCube
The GameCube version has had a couple of cuts, most likely due to disc space. The rolling demos that play while in the title screen have been removed, and the Unfortunate Mishaps video is also missing. The many filters used for explosions and motion blur are also gone, rendering the game with sharper textures but less remarkable explosions. However the game runs at a slightly smoother framerate than the PS2 version, and it also loads faster.
3 8 031. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend - Nintendo DS
The DS edition of Legend takes on more of a 2.5D environment rather than a straight 2D platformer like the GBA version.
104 8 032. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary - PC Games
51 7.4 033. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider Anniversary - PlayStation 2
'Anniversary' is not a true remake of the original Tomb Raider. Crystal Dynamics has rebuilt the game from the ground up, improving on Tomb Raider's visuals, added a good amount of new content, but also removed a great deal of old locales from the original. Overall, the game is shorter and some of the puzzles have been simplified from the 1996 version.
8 9 034. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider Anniversary - PlayStation Portable
The PSP version of Tomb Raider: Anniversary suffers from poor controls, due in part to some imprecision with the analog stick. Other minor sacrifices were made, such as using the shoulder buttons to rotate the camera, and the triangle button to reset the camera position. This works well enough most of the time, though during combat it gets frustrating because you have to hold down both shoulder buttons to lock onto an enemy.
59 7.8 035. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary - Xbox 360
25 9 036. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary - Nintendo Wii
Released a few weeks after the Xbox 360 version, the Wii edition of Tomb Raider: Anniversary had several unique features. Puzzles were added and old ones were updated to take advantage of the Wiimote. New rewards have also been added that require Lara to dig archaeologically using 4 new tools, including charcoal rubbings. Other new features include a Flashlight and a new room in the mansion.
88 7.7 037. Tomb Raider: Underworld - PC Games
Release: Q4 2008
Tomb Raider: Underworld, is the eighth game in the Tomb Raider series, and the third game to be developed by Crystal Dynamics. It will resume the adventure from where Tomb Raider: Legend left off, and will be set primarily in Southern Mexico, where Lara Croft uncovers portals between her current world and the underworld. Lara may also visit Australia, Easter Island, Rome and the Vatican, Mesopotamia, and the Golden Triangle.
97 6.6 038. Tomb Raider: Underworld - PlayStation 3
59 7.3 039. Tomb Raider: Underworld - Xbox 360
People who voted for this also voted for
More lists from List-All
Posted: 4 years ago at Sep 1 3:15
Posted: 4 years ago at Sep 1 18:36
Great list! Love the Tomb Raider Series.
Login or Signup to post a comment


text:
Adding After Open Registration
To add a class after open registration ends
You must obtain a permission number from the instructor. Instructors may choose not to accept new students once the semester has begun. If the instructor does give permission and e-mails you a permission code, use the MySJSU web site to add the class. A tutorial at http://my.sjsu.edu/docs/sa/self_service_student/SG_SR_SS_Enroll_Add_Class_9.0.pdf [PDF] explains how to add a class using a permission code. The deadline for adding a class in this manner is the 14th business day of instruction in any semester.


text:
North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail
The North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail showcases North Canterbury's local flavours - fantastic food, Canterbury wine, authentic food and wine itineraries and passionate people.
Discover fresh seasonal produce, savour wine tasting and wine tours, enjoy cafe or restaurant dining, relax in idyllic rural accommodation and experience an easy pace of life just twenty minutes north of Christchurch.
The North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail encapsulates the world famous wine region of Waipara , as well as Rangiora , Oxford and Hanmer Springs .
Waipara Valley Farmers Market
Season's bounty at Waipara Valley Farmers Market.
Fresh, local produce from regional growers, delicious country fare and fabulous coffee are on offer every Saturday morning, 9am - 12 noon, come rain or shine, at the every popular Waipara Valley Farmers Market, in front of the Hurunui Council Chambers in Amberley.


text:
The Forum for the History of Science in America promotes research and education on the history of science in the Americas, encourages an interest in science among American historians, and fosters historiographical and methodological excellence among historians, scientists, and others who might contribute to the understanding of science in America.
The Forum is governed in accordance with its constitution and bylaws, adopted in 1986. The officers consist of nine elected members of a Steering Committee and a Chair appointed by the Committee. In addition, a Secretary-Treasurer, the Editor of the Forum's Newsletter, and the Forum Liaison to the History of Science Society serve as ex-officio members of the Steering Committee. The newsletter, News and Views, is distributed twice a year to members and to some 50 libraries and history of science programs. A directory of historians of American science is also published periodically (last issued in 1993). The Forum presents an annual award recognizing outstanding published contributions to the history of American science. The Forum is a tax-exempt organization under 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.
In 1988, the Council of the History of Science Society formally acknowledged the Forum as an "Interest Group" of the society. In sponsoring sessions at HSS annual meetings, the Forum helps ensure that topics of interest to its members are on the program. As with other Interest Groups, the forum maintains its individuality and independence, keeping its own roster, electing its own officers, publishing its newsletter, and accounting for its own financial transactions.
Our steering committee for 2012-2013 consists of:
David Spanagel, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Chair
Daniel Goldstein, UC Davis
Matthew Lavine, Mississippi State University
Megan Raby, University of Wisconsin
Luis Campos, Drew University
Audra Wolfe, Independent Scholar
Christine Keiner, Rochester Institute of Technology
Michael Pettit, York University
Harold Burstyn, Syracuse University
Gwen Kay, SUNY Oswego, Secretary-Treasurer
Dan Bouk, Colgate University, Editor
To become an FHSA member, follow the instructions on this form.
Past newsletters:
Fall 2011
Spring-Summer 2011
Fall 2010
Spring 2008
The Forum for the History of Science in America seeks nominations for its annual Philip Pauly Publication Prize. This year we'll be awarding the prize, limited to early-career scholars, for the best article on 'American science' published in the last three years.
What's eligible?:
- any article published in the English language in a professional journal issue (or chapter in a multi-authored edited volume) dated 2010, 2011, or 2012;
- authored by a graduate student or scholar who received the Ph.D. in 2002 or afterward;
- on a topic in American (defined to encompass the entire western hemisphere) science.
Authors are encouraged to self-nominate.
Please submit pdfs of published articles to Dan Bouk (dbouk[at]colgate.edu) between now and 31 July 2013.
Please submit pdfs of published articles to Dan Bouk (dbouk[at]colgate.edu) between now and 31 July 2013.
Graduate Students presenting papers on American topics (broadly defined) at the History of Science Society Annual Meeting are invited to apply for travel assistance funding from the Forum for the History of Science in America. The Forum will be awarding one grant of $250.00 (USD) to assist with the cost of traveling to and attending the meeting.
To apply, please submit the following:
- The title/panel/abstract for the paper being presented.
- A brief statement indicating:
- whether or not the applicant has additional or alternative sources of travel funds ( e.g. departmental support);
- whether the applicant has presented papers at previous HSS meetings;
- estimated cost of transportation to the meeting (e.g. airfare).


text:
- Mobile site
- E-Newsletters
- News feed
- Find us on Twitter
Basingstoke Gazette on Twitter
- Find us on Facebook
Basingstoke Gazette on Facebook
Basingstoke GC members help Hampshire Seniors to victory (From Basingstoke Gazette)
When news happens, text BAZ and your photos or videos to 80360. Or contact us by email and phone.
Basingstoke GC members help Hampshire Seniors to victory
8:00pm Wednesday 9th July 2014 in Sport By John Boyman, Sports Reporter
BASINGSTOKE GC members Andy Palmer and Oscar O'Herlihy helped Hampshire Seniors to a 6-4 victory over Sussex in their first South East League match of the season.
The competition took place at Weybrook Park and both Basingstoke golfers were involved in tight matches.
Palmer looked set for an easy victory after enjoying a five-hole lead with five holes to play, but Sussex's Kevin Ruffle fought back brilliantly to claim a half.
O'Herlihy was four down with four to play against David Alderson, but then won three holes in a row to take the match to the final green before losing by a single hole.
Comments are closed on this article.


text:
We have graciously opened our doors to our fellow football fans who support other teams. Most of them have come here and behaved responsibly, such as BBI who has contributed to our community despite his misguided love for the Giants.
However, there is one glaring exception to this trend. Mr Shitpants. He's trolling in almost every current post. So, I pose the question to you, the good citizens of Bleeding Green Nation, should the Shitmeister be forcibly removed from our fine community.


text: Would this be a better option than giving up the Farm and the spare car for Revis? I see that a lot of mock drafts are saying that Miliner will go to Cleveland at pick #6 I think it is. The bucs pick 13th. I don't know how the value goes with these picks but I would offer our first of course, and maybe a third rounder to go up and get him. That may be a low ball offer or then it may be entirely too much. Again I don't know how these things are valued. I think that would be much more economical to the team than giving up what the Jets are talking about for Revis. Who knows. Miliner may very well be the next player to come into the league and excel. That way we get talent at corner and we don't sell the future of the team. And save some money in the process...at least in the short term. I'd be on board for this ..and just bouncing it off of you guys to see what you think.


text:
Seattle Seahawks
Walter Thurmond - #28 - CB
|5' 11"/ 190 lbs.
|Hollywood, CA
|Years played
|2010, 4th round, 13th pick by Seahawks
Rookie FS Thomas earning his keep in Seattle
Despite some occasional rookie mistakes, Seahawks first-round FS Earl Thomas has made his presence felt more than a little on a defense that has had its share of problems lately.
Seahawks' Carroll delivers trash talk — literally
Seattle head coach Pete Carroll wasn't lying when he said his team "played like garbage" in a 42-24 thumping by the Chiefs at Qwest Field in Week 12.
Bowe hauls in three TDs in Chiefs win
Matt Cassel threw three touchdown passes to Dwayne Bowe, Jamaal Charles rushed for 173 yards and the Chiefs remained on top of the AFC West with a 42-24 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.
2011 NFC West free-agent preview
After the season, the 49ers will have to decide who will be their quarterback of the future, as both Alex Smith and Troy Smith may become free agents. Here is our exclusive team-by-team list of NFC West players likely to ...
Obomanu a quiet key in Seahawks' passing game
You might want to start paying more attention to Seahawks WR Ben Obomanu, who is quietly becoming more of a key cog in Seattle's steadily improving passing game.
Seahawks driving 'BMW' to aerial success
Mike Williams' NFL career was supposed to be over long ago, but a reunion with his former college coach Pete Carroll has made him relevant once again.
Brees, Saints carve up Seahawks
Drew Brees became the New Orleans Saints' all-time completions leader, throwing for four touchdowns in New Orleans' 34-19 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.
Clemons a great fit in Seahawks' 'Leo' role
It has been an up-and-down season so far for the Seahawks' defense, but one defender who has been consistently up is DE Chris Clemons, who quietly has emerged as one of the NFC's most productive pass rushers.
Rejuvenated Seahawks get their act together
With Matt Hasselbeck and Mike Williams leading the way despite broken body parts, the Seahawks broke down the Cardinals in impressive fashion to take charge in the NFC West.
Seahawks DE Brock plays after weekend arrest
Seahawks DE Raheem Brock was arrested for driving under the influence Saturday morning, according to The Seattle Times. Brock played in the Seahawks' 36-18 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Hasselbeck returns, leads Seahawks to win
Matt Hasselbeck, back after a one-game absence, threw for 333 yards and Mike Williams had the biggest game of his rejuvenated NFL career Sunday in the Seahawks' dominant 36-18 victory over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Whitehurst fizzles in first start for Seahawks
With Charlie Whitehurst remaining a major work in progress and 35-year-old Matt Hasslebeck now having missed 12 games because of injuries the past three seasons, could the Seahawks consider spending a first-round pick on another signalcaller in the the 2011 ...
NFC West midseason reports
With three consecutive 100-yard rushing games, RB Steven Jackson has been the Rams' top offensive weapon by far. Read our midseason reports on NFC West teams.
Can wounded Seahawks stop their bleeding?
With their offense unable to score in the first three quarters for a second straight week, and their defense surrendering touchdowns on five straight first-half possessions, Seattle looked clueless in a 41-7 thumping by the Giants that does not bode ...
Giants dominate Seahawks 41-7
Eli Manning threw for three first-half touchdowns, Ahmad Bradshaw added a pair of rushing touchdowns and the New York Giants routed the Seattle Seahawks 41-7 on Sunday.
Thurmond has landed on injured reserve for the 'Hawks.||||||| Thurmond has a hamstring injury.
Thurmond is on the Physically Unable to Perform list and won't be able to practice with the team until after the Seahawks play their sixth game.||||||| Thurmond is recovering from a knee injury.
Thurmond is done for the season with a broken fibula and ankle injury.||||||| Thurmond suffered the fracture when he broke up a pass in the second quarter of Sunday's 6-3 loss to Cleveland and was landed on. He also suffered a high ankle sprain, but the extent of that injury wasn't known until Monday when it was found that Thurmond suffered significant ligament damaged that will require surgery later this week. Rookie Richard Sherman will move into the starting lineup in Thurmond's spot.
An ailing hamstring has kept Thurmond out of Sunday's game against Atlanta.||||||| The rookie has 31 tackles in 12 games.
Thurmond is about to get quite the indoctrination to starting in the NFL: Larry Fitzgerald.||||||| Thurmond, Seattle's rookie cornerback, is likely to get the start Sunday when Seattle hosts Arizona in a matchup with first place in the NFC West at stake. Starting cornerback Kelly Jennings was listed Friday as questionable on Seattle's final injury report so Thurmond should get the start.


text: Quick View Edenville Owls by Robert B Parker May 6, 2008 | Trade Paperback In Stock from $8.55 New York Times bestselling author Robert B. Parker?s first novel for young readers There is something evil in the air ; Bobby senses it. Who is that man he saw arguing with his pretty new English teacher? Bobby knows he should mind his own business, but times are confusing. World War II just… See Details $9.00 / $8.55 lowest price*, or used from $5.04was


text:
PHILADELPHIA Ś The other night, Oklahoma CityÆs Royal Ivey and Hasheem Thabeet were featured on Kiss Cam. Ivey, the former 76ers guard, didnÆt seem to mind. Thabeet, on the other hand, didnÆt want anything to do with the gag. He stood up from the bench and walked out of the camera shot.
ItÆs not uncommon for players, like Ivey and Thabeet, to crane their necks and glance at the big screen during games. Evan Turner swears he isnÆt one of them.
So Saturday, in first- and third-quarter timeouts, Turner promises that he did not see a message that flashed across the Wells Fargo CenterÆs screen Ś advertising 25-percent discounts on Sixers apparel bearing his name and number.
ōI couldnÆt care less,ö Turner said. ōI donÆt pay attention to what goes on (off the court) during the game.ö
Maybe the Sixers are simply trying to move product at an affordable price. Or maybe theyÆre attempting to sell off TurnerÆs gear prior to the Feb. 20 trade deadline, when he may no longer be with the team.
ThatÆs conjecture, anyway.
TurnerÆs future with the Sixers, meanwhile, isnÆt up for debate. The fourth-year swingman is in the final year of his rookie deal. The Sixers have until June 30 to extend to Turner an $8.71 million qualifying offer. ThatÆs unlikely to happen, though doing so would allow the Sixers to match any offers the 25-year-old gets this offseason.
Without that qualifying offer, Turner will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
It seems inevitable that Turner and the Sixers, the team that drafted him second overall in 2010, will sever ties at the conclusion of this season, if not sooner.
ōMe, personally,ö Turner said, ōIÆm kind of anxious to see how it all works out. I donÆt really think much of it. IÆm kind of curious. Other than that, I donÆt sit there going, æItÆs this. ItÆs that.Æ ItÆs whatever.ö
Questions regarding TurnerÆs future with the Sixers seem to surface whenever he experiences extreme highs or extreme lows, a symptom of his game that has dogged him since Day 1. He had stretches of single-digit scoring last season. HeÆs had stretches this season of the opposite, during which heÆs recognized that heÆs the SixersÆ top scoring option on a green team.
Just last week, Turner scored a career-high 34 points in a win at New York. Afterward, Sixers coach Brett Brown lauded him.
ōHe ends up making big shots at big stages of the game and shows an incredible array of skills,ö Brown said. ōHe showed a variety of ways heÆs able to impact a game, from rebounding to a 3-point shot to making shots with two or three hands in his face to guarding Carmelo (Anthony) well. ThatÆs what I saw in him.ö
Turner, in his second full season as a starter, is experiencing a career year. HeÆs the leagueÆs 25th-highest scorer, leading the Sixers with an average of 18.5 points per game. Additionally, Turner is averaging at or near career-high totals with 6.1 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game.
BrownÆs up-tempo system also has aided TurnerÆs amped-up production. With more team possessions per game, and more minutes and more shot attempts nightly than Turner has ever averaged, it only makes sense that Turner is thriving.
At what price would the Sixers wish to continue their partnership with Turner? Probably not at TurnerÆs terms. And itÆs likely Turner will seek a deal similar to those agreed to by players from his draft class prior to the expiration of their rookie deals. John Wall, the No. 1 pick that year, got a five-year, $80 million pact from Washington. Derrick Favors, the man selected right after Turner at No. 3, picked up a four-year, $49 million extension from Utah. And No. 5 pick DeMarcus Cousins earned a four-year, $60 million deal with Sacramento.
It was only three months ago that Turner told reporters heÆs ōgoing to get money,ö whether itÆs with the Sixers or with someone else.
ōThat statement blew up, like the Philly media does,ö Turner said. ōThey put that nonsense out there and make it sound like IÆm something IÆm not. IÆve always been about playing hard, making my team better and leading the team. Up until IÆm done here or whatever, IÆm always going to prepare to win, be successful and keep getting better day in and day out.
ōObviously, for good or bad, I hold Philly near and dear to my heart, you know what IÆm saying? I was drafted here, I grew here. I saw some great times here. ItÆs always a good place in my heart. I canÆt say anything negative.ö
Turner is not worth that much of a financial commitment from a team in rebuilding mode, one thatÆs built upon buying low, selling high and taking flyers on unclaimed prospects and unwanted projects. The Sixers are expected to have somewhere in the ballpark of $30 million in available salary cap space next summer, but unless Turner Ś like his merchandise Ś comes at a discounted rate, the Sixers arenÆt buying.


text:
Flag law isn't game changer but still important
March 4, 2014 It might be a small thing to most but we whole heartedly support a move made last week by Gov. Rick Snyder relating to flags put on the graves of veterans. more »»
Local DWTS a positive fundraiser, experience for area
March 3, 2014 In homes across Marquette County, people are practicing their fox-trots, two-steps and tangos as the contestants in this year's "Dancing with the Stars Marquette County Style" get ready for the May... more »»
Extending mine life is unqualified good news
March 2, 2014 Great news for the Marquette iron range was announced recently with Cliffs Natural Resources saying it had entered into a revised agreement which will allow the life of the Empire Mine to be extende... more »»
Time to change U.P. combination licenses
March 2, 2014 It's time for a change in combination deer licenses for the Upper Peninsula back to what they were prior to 2008 with one unrestricted tag. more »»
Increasing minimum wage a good way to reward hard work
March 2, 2014 Congress should raise the minimum wage to make sure work is worthwhile for all Americans. more »»
Always remember safety comes first in festivities
March 1, 2014 St. Patrick's Day may be two-plus weeks away, but the end-of-winter parties are getting started as early as this weekend. more »»
Region certainly pleased to see February end
February 28, 2014 Saturday, we turn the page to another month as March makes its appearance at last. more »»
Lakeshore plan another wise use of property
February 27, 2014 The city of Marquette has been gradually transforming its Lake Superior shoreline from its bygone industrial lands into prime recreational tracts. more »»
War against sea lamprey may take new direction
February 26, 2014 There is evidence to suggest that it's going to become more difficult, and potentially, more expensive, to wage war against what might be considered the grandfather of all invasive species: The sea... more »»
Outhouse races help small community boost economy
February 25, 2014 A lot can be said about the annual Outhouse Classic races that take place in front of a crowd of thousands every year in Trenary. Most could be hilariously popular punch-lines of off-color jokes. more »»
Copper piece in city compelling regional history
February 24, 2014 A large piece of Upper Peninsula history currently on display in Presque Isle Park is in danger of being removed — and permanently erased for future generations. The 28. more »»
Hazards of digital world seen on local computer hack
February 23, 2014 In recent days, news of another credit card security breach hit consumers in the Marquette area, this time involving the Tadych's Econofoods in Marquette. more »»
Do homework, don't allow propane crisis to happen again
February 23, 2014 Many of our neighbors in the Upper Peninsula are facing a real crisis this winter, caused by both man and nature, the astronomical price hikes for propane are causing hardship across the country —... more »»
Plan to spend more on water programs a positive move
February 22, 2014 We like an idea from Gov. Rick Snyder that would see, if it comes to fruition, an influx of new dollars into programs that support and restore Michigan waters, including the Great Lakes. more »»
Weekend loaded with fun activities for everyone
February 21, 2014 If you are bored this weekend, you're not trying hard enough to find something awesome to do. There's an Antique and Vintage Snowmobile Ride in Big Bay at 10 a.m. more »»
Recycling transfer station makes economic sense
February 20, 2014 The value of recycling many household items keeps rising as landfill space becomes more expensive and scarce. more »»
New longer, sharper teeth placed in state anti-poaching laws
February 19, 2014 Thinking about doing a little spotlighting, also known as poaching? If you get caught — and in all likelihood, you will — be prepared to pay big bucks to the state. more »»
Sled dogs put on another wonderful show over weekend
February 18, 2014 As time ran away toward the starting gun of 2014's U.P. 200 sled dog weekend, many were concerned the event would suffer from a lack of participants. Happily, that wasn't the case. This year's U.P. more »»
Run of frigid temps one for the record books — literally
February 17, 2014 Bust out the hot coffee and thermal socks — we just broke a 35-year-old record for the number of consecutive days when the high temperature was below freezing. The record was previously set Feb. more »»
State response to propane shortage more than adequate
February 16, 2014 As Michigan has joined many of its neighboring states in struggling through a difficult propane shortage this winter, the administration of Gov. Rick Snyder seems to have been particularly responsive. more »»
News, Blogs & Events Web


text:
Sometimes you come across a place you never want to leave again. Tree Top restaurant, set in the hills overlooking the bay of Labuan Bajo is one of these places. Labuan Bajo is the capital of Flores, part of the lesser Sunda islands. The island, and its capital, are most often used as a springboard to visit Komodo, home to the infamous Komodo lizards. Yet, as owner Mattheus Siagian knows, Flores has so much more to offer. In a single breath he mentions the Ulumbu hot water river, the white sand beach of Ketebe, the old towns of Bejawa and Ende, the fishing village Lembata where people hunt whales traditionally every October, Tiwu Lewu lake, filled with crocodiles and of course…Tree Top Restaurant.
Mattheus is half Swiss, half Indonesian. After studying hotel management in Switzerland, he worked for the department of tourism on Flores (hence his in-depth knowledge on what to see and do on Flores).
By: Melissa Lin
Julya Oui loves a good story, and writes to appease her imagination and reaffirm her sanity. She loves dreaming up things and making them come alive with the stroke of her pen. Gazing at the night skies, listening to trees, and taking long walks are just some of the things she enjoys doing when she is not lost in the alternate realm
Her collection of horror stories, Bedtime stories from the Dead of the Night has just been released by MPH.
Her stories bring us on a journey into the minds of twisted psyches, and leads us into those in between spaces inhabited by those very creepy things that fill us with dread and fascination. We find in her book, a priest who laments his flock's disinterest in confessing their sins gets more than he bargains for when a prominent, well-respected member of society walks into the confession booth and opens up about his terrible hidden sin.
By: Joan Mae Soco-Bantayan
Being a bustling convergence point in the Philippines, Metro Manila has so much to offer to a traveller's pursuit of good food. Generally, the types of food that Filipinos enjoy are versions of different dishes from other countries; this is because of the country's colonial history. Nonetheless, the varieties are delectable although they vary at some degree, mostly depending on the budget.
Here is a list of restaurants that are making waves among locals and tourists alike.
By: Peter van Riel
An evening with journalist Step Vaessen on Dutch television has generated good selling figures of her new and first book called Jihad met Sambal. A horrible book title, if I may say so.
As guest in the renowned television show Zomergasten she got the opportunity to talk frankly about her life. And she did. From her childhood on the sheep farm of her father, to her period of activism in the so called punk movement of the eighties and her first years in Indonesia. Step Vaessen (1965) has always been an involved journalist, her reports from the warzones in Asia and the disaster areas in Aceh were filled with human interest. She managed to bring the news through the eyes of a single victim; a fisherman's woman who lost her children in the tsunami, a young Australian who nearly got killed in the Bali assaults, or a mother with two daughters who tried to survive the extreme life of scavengers in the outskirts of Jakarta. Often women, yes.
By: Gabrielle Yetter
There's something very fishy in Bangkok.
Not the tuk tuk driver who lured us into his vehicle with a low-priced offer then refused to take us to our destination.
Nor the two nicely-dressed businesspeople who approached us on the street to direct us to their favorite places, for no apparent reason.
I'm referring to the one-of-a-kind, larger than life Seafood Market and Restaurant.
Never before have I seen a restaurant quite like this. You can't miss it as the giant garishly-lit neon sign strung across the road (Soi 24, off Sukhumvit) points you toward a parking lot which looks as though it would land a jumbo jet.
With 17,508 islands Indonesia has it all: bustling cities, green rice paddies & glorious beaches. Read all about it in our Indonesia travel guide.
Malaysia, truly Asia! Read about multicultural Malaysia, the people, the culture & the food in our Malaysia travel guide.
The city state of Singapore is an eclectic metropolis. Get to know the hot spots & explore the urban jungle with our Singapore travel guide.


text:
Elsewhere on Department of Agriculture
Frequently Asked Questions
[expand all]
How do I know if a species has already been assessed?
Species which have been assessed for importation into Australia are listed as either permitted or prohibited on the department's import conditions database (ICON).
Importers should check ICON prior to importing seed into Australia to find out if the species is permitted and if there are any conditions required for importation. If the species is not on either of these lists, the importer must complete a New Plant Introduction Form and submit it to the department.
Why are some 'weedy' species on Schedule 5 and ICON allowed into Australia?
People may consider plant species to be weeds for a number of reasons. If a 'weed' species is already present in Australia, but is not listed as noxious and is not under 'official control' it cannot be prohibited entry under Australia's international obligations, regardless of whether it is considered a weed in other situations.
'Official control' is defined by the International Plant Protection Convention as 'the active enforcement of mandatory phytosanitary regulations and the application of mandatory phytosanitary procedures with the objective of eradication or containment of quarantine pests or for the management of regulated non-quarantine pests' (FAO 2009).
What information is required to conduct a Weed Risk Assessment?
Conducting a Weed Risk Assessment involves answering up to 49 questions on specific characteristics of a plant. A Weed Risk Assessment can only be completed after the history/biogeography, undesirable traits and biology/ecology of a plant have been analysed. Assessors use a variety of information sources when conducting an assessment including horticultural texts, published primary literature, reputable internet sources and scientific databases.
Multiple sources of information are generally used to answer a question and conflicting information is addressed accordingly. The Weed Risk Assessment allows for an answer of 'unknown' if there is conflicting evidence or there isn't enough information to answer the question.
How does the department ensure consistency when assessing plant species?
When conducting Weed Risk Assessments, the department ensures consistency by:
- following the Weed Risk Assessment guidelines. The guidelines help to clarify the Weed Risk Assessment questions and the information required to answer them
- checking that current assessments are consistent with previous assessments
- making sure that every assessment is reviewed by another scientist
- consulting with external experts where appropriate
- discussing the guidelines for 'Weed Risk Assessments' in international forums.
How can I help the assessment process?
Importers can help the department assess plants proposed for importation by completing the 'New Plant Introduction Form' and providing any information on the plant.
How does the system deal with newly described species?
Each Weed Risk Assessment involves answering up to 49 questions on specific characteristics of a plant. The Weed Risk Assessment system requires responses to a minimum number of questions but allows for knowledge gaps (answers can be 'unknown'), while still producing an outcome. The ability to generate an answer using only a minimum number of questions increases the system's predictive power for rare, endangered, recently discovered and little known species. If the minimum number of questions cannot be answered, the species falls into the 'rejected pending further evaluation' category.
What happens to species that require further evaluation?
Species that require further evaluation of their weed risk to Australia are added to ICON as 'rejected pending further evaluation'.
When a species requires further evaluation, importers are notified what information is missing in the assessment.
Importers can request to have these species reassessed if new information becomes available or if the importer has access to information which was not considered in the original assessment.
What does it mean when I am told that the species I want to import doesn't have a 'scientifically valid name'?
For the purposes of Weed Risk Assessment, the department follows the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature in determining plant names. It is the importer's responsibility to provide the department with the correct botanical species name.
Botanical species names should be determined from primary botanical sources (i.e. published journal papers describing the species), where possible. Alternatively, reputable secondary sources can be used, such as census lists, flora compendiums or general nomenclatures including:
- Nomenclature and Specimen Database of the Missouri Botanical Gardens (W3TROPICOS)
- Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN)
- Australian Plant Census (APC)
- Australian State and Territory censuses
- the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (Flora Europaea)
- Flora of Australia (hard copy or Flora of Australia On-line)
- International Plant Name Index (IPNI)
- Australian Plant Name Index (APNI).
When a species name cannot be verified in primary botanical or horticultural sources or through a reputable secondary source, the department informs the importer that the species requested does not have a scientifically valid name. In this case, importers are encouraged to provide information which verifies the species' name so that an assessment can be conducted.
Name verification is vital to ensure a Weed Risk Assessment is conducted on the actual species being imported and is in line with our international obligations.
How long does it take to assess a species?
The time required to complete each assessment varies depending on how many assessments are requested at any one time and on the plant species itself.
The department places all assessments in a queue and each assessment is done in turn. Importers requesting a large number of assessments are asked to prioritise their assessments so that specific species are assessed first.
If published information on a species is scarce, it may take longer to find all the relevant available material. The timeframe may also be affected if officers need to visit or organise loans from other libraries for rare or out-of-print horticultural and botanical references.
Can I conduct a Weed Risk Assessment?
You can do your own Weed Risk Assessment by following the Weed Risk Assessment process. However, all Weed Risk Assessments must be validated by the department. This ensures that the guidelines for Weed Risk Assessments are applied consistently, as required by Australia's international obligations under the SPS Agreement.
How much does a Weed Risk Assessment cost?
Weed Risk Assessments are funded by the Australian government to ensure Australia is appropriately protected from the introduction of new weed species. There is no specific cost to the applicant.
Does the Weed Risk Assessment system consider the potential benefits of plants proposed for importation?
The Weed Risk Assessment system is used to determine the weed potential of all proposed plant imports, regardless of their end use or potential for economic benefits.
Potential economic benefits can not be considered in a science-based pest (weed) risk analysis. This is consistent with Australia's international obligations under the International Plant Protection Convention.
The Weed Risk Assessment does not directly ask for the benefits of importing a new plant species. However, the 49 questions in the assessment cover both weedy and non-weedy traits of the plant and these characteristics are considered in determining the plant's weed potential.
Why are individual species assessed rather than whole genera?
The department conducts weed assessments of plant species rather than assessing whole genera because the international standard considers that 'the taxonomic unit for a pest is generally species. The use of a higher or lower taxonomic level should be supported by scientifically sound rational' (FAO 2004).
Following the Nairn review of quarantine systems in 1996, Australia moved from a prohibited list to a permitted list at the species level. Genus level assessments do not take into account the variation between species or the weedy species within a genera.
Where can I get additional information?
Information on the Weed Risk Assessment system and electronic versions of the weed risk assessment system can be obtained from plant division in the department.
FAO (2009) International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures No. 5: Glossary of phytosanitary terms. Secretariat of the International Plant Protection Convention, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome.
FAO (2004) International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures No. 11: Pest risk analysis for quarantine pests including analysis or environmental risks and living modified organisms. Secretariat of the International Plant Protection Convention, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome.
14 Feb 2013


text:
February 9, 2014
Oklahoma State guard Marcus Smart, a 19-year-old top NBA draft prospect, shoved 40-year-old Texas Tech fan Jeff Orr. He has told coaches that he did so after being called "the n-word." Orr has a wretched reputation, stretching back years, as a Texas Tech "super-fan" who gets off by yelling horrible things at teenagers. Former OSU players like John Lucas III have taken to Twitter to testify about John Orr.
March 7, 2013
The Bay Area and beyond paid tribute to Belva Davis Feb. 23 at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, pouring out memories of her struggles as a "first" on many fronts, breaking through racist barriers and bringing Black people, perspectives and issues to the mainstream news. The unforgettable night also marked the 50th wedding anniversary for Belva and Bill Moore, first Black news cameraman in commercial television on the West Coast.


text:
Preventing Genocide Blog RSS
Displaying: 31 40 / 188
A Conversation with Deputy National Security Advisor Antony Blinken
In his role on the National Security Council, Antony Blinken, a descendent of Holocaust survivors, plays an instrumental role in formulating US government policy for preventing genocide and mass atrocities.
Iran and Inciting Genocide
Michael Gerson focuses attention on the inflammatory rhetoric of Iranian leadership, suggesting that it is not only hate speech, but may also border on incitement to genocide.
UN Approves Arms Trade Treaty
In a landmark agreement, the United Nations General Assembly voted overwhelmingly in favor of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), which seeks to keep weapons out of the hands of would-be perpetrators of genocide, crimes against humanity, or other war crimes.
Danger of Escalating Sectarian Violence in Burma
The outbreak of violence between Buddhists and Muslims in central Burma last week indicates that there is "considerable risk" of further sectarian violence in the country.
Is Genocide in Syria's Future?
In June 2012, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum expressed grave concern about the escalating violence in Syria and warned that the increasingly sectarian nature of that violence could, if unchecked, lead to genocide.
The Kenyan Elections: Peace Happened
In a recent blog on the Huffington Post, Susan Benesch, the Museum's Edith Everett Genocide Prevention Fellow, discusses the myriad of campaigns and initiatives Kenyans and the international community put in place to prevent violence during the March 4 elections.
Death Cheats Justice in Cambodia
One of the most senior of the Khmer Rouge leaders on trial in Cambodia for the mass atrocities committed in that country between 1975 and 1979 has died.
EU Releases Prevention of Mass Atrocities Assessment
The Task Force on the European Union Prevention of Mass Atrocities delivered its assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the EU's ability to respond to mass atrocities. This effort in many ways parallels the work of the Museum co-sponsored Genocide Prevention Task Force (GPTF), which in 2008 put forward a blueprint for U.S. policymakers to detect, prevent and respond to genocide and mass atrocities.
Kenyans Call for Calm While Awaiting Election Outcome
Kenyans have every right to be impatient, since they still don't know who they elected president, after standing under the blazing sun for up to six hours on Monday, to vote. Election day generally went well, as in 2007—prior to the outbreak of post-election violence in which more than 1,300 people were killed after that election's results were disputed. This time around, despite a deadly attack on a police station in the coastal city of Mombasa by a local separatist group and reports of voting irregularities, millions of voters cast their ballots peacefully and have been waiting patiently for the results. The count has gone slowly, and finally the electoral commission announced that its electronic vote-counting system had crashed, inspiring rumors that it was hacked.
Peace Propaganda is Not Enough to Save Kenya from Violence
One can hardly take a walk, turn on a TV, or even visit YouTube in Nairobi now without being bombarded by peace propaganda—rainbow graffiti murals, ads by soccer stars, PSAs, prayers, and of course a music video, "Rufftone and the GSU," in which rows of troops from Kenya's General Service Unit sway fetchingly in their combat fatigues and red berets, singing "let hatred not finish us…we forgive and love each other." The GSU is a paramilitary force that deals with Kenyan civil disorder, for example by beating up students who demonstrated for multiparty elections a few years ago. Kenyans are keenly hoping that the GSU will be able to stick to singing during the national elections today.
Displaying: 31 40 / 188


text:
News: "[Kanye West] May Not Be Your Cup Of Tea, But Don't Ridicule"
Thursday, Jan 27, 2011 12:40PM
Iconic singer/pianist Elton John has vouched his support for the often-criticized hip-hop genre, and praised controversial artists Kanye West and Eminem for their creativity.
The 63-year-old musician is a firm believer in respecting all forms of music.
"I grew to love R&B and Motown and all Black music, gospel music," John revealed in an interview. "I never dismiss any form of music. I listen to everything. I'm on the new Kanye West record, for example. It's a genius record. -- People who mock rap, and say, 'I don't like it,' they should go check out Kanye in the studio rapping. Or Eminem when he's in the studio. It's a phenomenon. Don't knock it until you've seen it. It may not be your cup of tea, but don't ridicule . I find that so many of my peers of my age don't listen to anything new. I love the new." (Teen Music)
Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow recently admitted to being a fan of Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday debut and R&B superstar Beyonce.
"I listen to everything," Paltrow said in an interview. "I probably have the most schizophranic [sic] iPod. My biggest obsession right now is the Nicki Minaj album. She's a genius. I'm also obsessed with Kanye's album. I really like Dierks Bentley. He has a bluegrass record that I really love...I watched Beyonce a ton because I think she's the best live performer happening right now. She has this amazing confidence..." (Stumble Upon)
In January 2010, Elton John voiced his support for Eminem during the rapper's struggle with drug addiction.
"I've been helping Eminem over the last 18 months and he's doing brilliantly," John says, reports the British Press Association. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 in the U.K. on Saturday, Sir Elton, 62, who has freely spoken about his own past issues with substance abuse, said: "I'm there if people want my help. If people ask for help you tell them where to go but there's no point advising people if they don't want to do it." (PEOPLE)
To date, West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album has sold over 962,000 units.
Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy swirled six positions to No. 16, with 21,500. With nine weeks in the books, Ye's comeback LP rests at 962,200 sold records. (SOHH Sales Wrap)
Check out some recent Kanye West footage down below:


text:
Mobile Clackamas County Dog Services
Contact: Clackamas County Dog Shelter, (503) 655-8628)
Breed: Pomeranian
Age: 1 year(s)
Gender: M
Description: Ladies and gentlemen! Come to the big-top and meet me, Rainier, the circus-dog wannabe. I dance, I spin, I delight all audiences. I am happy and friendly, with a wildly waving tail. Being a fluffy Pomeranian, my long double coat should be brushed frequently. Please come see my act - you will be thoroughly entertained!


text:
Check out the "visible" (not using inftra-red camera) satellite picture to the right.
You can see that Nashville was in the middle of a "strip" of white ground, that stretched from southwest to northeast. However, it did not extended very far south or northwest.
There was 1/2 to 1 inch of snow in that area.
Southeast of Murfreesboro, 1/4 inch ice accumulations were reported.
The second graphic shows the National Weather Service's new Ice Impact image that is there to predict the impact on electrical utility systems to assist in their decision support services.
441 Murfreesboro Road Nashville, TN 37210
Telephone: 615.369.7222
Fax: 615.369.7329
Email: email@example.com


text:
With the June OTA's wrapped up here are some recent articles of interest. MP already pointed out this first one but I think its worth mentioning again.
Darin Gantt's Panthers Blog - OTA Day 7 | The Herald - Rock Hill, SC
Small note, but an interesting one as they worked on two-minute offense against nickel defense Thursday. Even though he's a starter this year, CB Richard Marshall will maintain his inside responsibilities when they go to three corners. C.J. Wilson will cover an outside receiver when they go to an extra DB. Second-round pick CB Sherrod Martin's also getting a look at the nickel spot, as the converted safety is working to learn a new position.
Hopefully this is more a vote of confidence in CJ Wilson more than anything else. It the Panthers could find even a starting nickel back or even outside corner in the 7th round would be quite a find.
The Associated Press: Panthers' Beavers hopes to make small-college jump
"I think I can get faster," Beavers said. "Hopefully I'll get a chance to prove myself."
If this guy goes any faster he'll have to get a license plate. I'm sure he will get the chance he is looking for but even if he shines he is still longer odds than the horse that just finished last at the Belmont last weekend.
Godfrey seeks breakthrough second season | The Herald - Rock Hill, SC
"Now is kind of the time, I'm looking at it as 'No excuses,'" Godfrey said. "You're not a rookie anymore, you've played a year, there's no excuses, you go out and play and make plays, and that's the bottom line."
This article points out one of my questions about Godfrey from his rookie season, where was the 'ball-hawk'? A single INT and a handful of PD's was not too impressive over 16 games. Godfrey does seem to have the skills to get a lot better so combined with Meeks influence hopefully we'll see some FS play we haven't seen in years.
Panthers' run game gets a key cog back - RG Keydrick Vincent | CharlotteObserver.com
"What they do on offense is what I'm built for," he said. "I'm a run blocker. I can pass block a little bit, but we're going to out-physical you. That's what I'm made for. That's what I do. I'm not a finesse guy."
"I'm not a finesse guy", I LOVE it. Vincent had to be a 'non-fit' in Arizona's passing offense but he was a great fit here. I think those predictions that rookie Duke Robinson might unseat Vincent are baseless. He's healthy again and given how well he and Otah dominated on the right side I think the motto "If it ain't broke don't fix it" fits here well.
Panthers rookie QB hopes to shake last year's struggles | cantwell, think, quarterback - Sports - The Star Online : The Newspaper of Cleveland County
(Concerning Hunter Cantwell) "I think he's shown some maturity and shown he can deal with the veteran pressure," Muhammad said. "He looks comfortable. I think he's out here throwing the ball well. I think every rookie is going to make some mistakes and that is a given, that's expected. But what you want is a guy who can eliminate some of those mistakes and learn from the coaches and not make the same mistakes over and over again. I think he's a guy who can probably do that."
He'd have to set the world on fire to make the team buthe could hold up for a season on the practice squad. He's the kind of guy if things go well might get a shot down the road when Jake retires.
Otah says Panthers rookie DE Brown has 'unexpected strength' | brown, otah, right - Sports - The Star Online : The Newspaper of Cleveland County
"Playing against a guy like Jeff is going to put me ahead of the learning curve," Brown said. "He's not only big, but he's good at what he does. He's been in the league. It's really making me work on my technique because some of the things I did in college don't necessarily work. He's making me work and sharpen my tools."
For a guy like Otah to say Brown is strong is a pleasant surprise though he may be referring 'leverage' strong and not necessarily 'bench press' strong. Hey, thats how the smaller DE's survive in this league, by using leverage versus pure braun. Add in some strength and you have the next coming of Dwight Freeney (I know, the analogy is over-used). If Brown can play the run too then pencil him in on the left side for years to come.


text:
Here are the most common causes of chest wall pain:
TraumaTrauma to the chest wall can cause muscle sprains or strains, and bruises or fractures of the ribs. The trauma may be due to some dramatic event (such as being struck by a baseball), or to some more subtle trauma (such as lifting a heavy object) that may be more difficult to recollect, or to relate to chest pain whose onset may be delayed. So the doctor will often need to ask the patient with suspected chest wall pain about activities that potentially might have caused chest wall trauma.
CostochondritisCostochondritis - sometimes called costosternal syndrome or anterior chest wall syndrome - merely indicates pain and tenderness in the costochondral junction - the area along the sides of the breast bone where the ribs attach. The pain is generally localized to one particular spot, most typically on the left side of the breast bone. (Whether left-sided costochondritis is actually more common, or whether people with left-sided chest pain are simply more likely to see a doctor, is unknown.) The pain of costochondritis usually can be reproduced by pressing on the affected area.
The causes of costochondritis are very poorly understood. While the suffix "-itis" is generally used in medicine to indicate inflammation, there is actually no evidence of inflammation with costochondritis - that is, there is no swelling, redness or heat in the painful area. Especially in children and young adults this syndrome appears sometimes to be related to strain or weakening of the intercostal muscles (muscles between the ribs), following repetitive activities that stress those muscles, such as as carrying a heavy book bag.
In a few cases, costochondritis seems to be related to a subtle dislocation of a rib. (Chiropractors are well aware of rib dislocation as a cause for costochondritis; physicians have seldom heard of it.) The dislocation may actually originate in the back, at the junction of the rib and the spine. This relatively slight dislocation causes torsion of the rib, and along the breast bone (that is, at the costochondral junction), pain results. The rib may "pop" in and out of its proper orientation (usually with some reproducible movement of the trunk or shoulder girdle), in which case the pain will come and go. Chiropractors are generally adept at manipulating a dislocated rib back into its normal position, and relieving the pain.
Costochondritis is usually a self-limited condition. Sometimes it is treated with localized heat or stretching exercises, but it is unclear whether such measures help. If the pain of costochondritis persists for more than a week or so, an evaluation looking for other chest wall conditions may be a good idea; and consulting with a chiropractor may also be useful.
Lower Rib Pain SyndromeLower rib pain syndrome (also called slipping rib syndrome) affects the lower ribs, and people who have this condition usually complain of pain in the lower part of the chest, or in the abdomen. In this syndrome, one of the lower ribs (eighth, ninth or tenth rib) becomes loosened from its fibrous connection to the lower part of the breastbone, usually following some type of trauma. The "moving" rib impinges on nearby nerves, producing pain. This condition is usually treated conservatively (that is, avoiding activities that reproduce the pain, in an attempt to allow the ribs to heal), but surgery may be required to stabilize the slipping rib.
Precordial Catch"Precordial catch" is a completely benign and very common condition, generally seen in children or young adults, in which sudden, sharp chest pain occurs, usually on the left side of the chest, lasting for a few seconds to a few minutes. It typically occurs at rest, and during the episode the pain increases with breathing. After a few seconds or a few minutes the pain resolves completely. This condition has no known medical significance.
FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia is a relatively common syndrome consisting of various, diffuse musculoskeletal pains. Pain over the chest is common in this condition. Fibromyalgia often has many other symptoms in addition to pain - such as fatigue, sleep disorders, and gastrointestinal symptoms - that cause many to characterize this condition as one of the dysautonomias.
Rheumatic Diseases Associated With Chest Wall PainChest wall pain associated with inflammation of the spine or rib joints can be seen with several rheumatic conditions, in particular rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis. While it is uncommon for chest pain to be the only symptom associated with any of these conditions, unexplained chest wall pain - especially if an evaluation suggests it is related to arthritis or any other type of inflammatory disorder - should lead a physician to at least consider a rheumatic disease as a possible cause.
Stress FracturesStress fractures of the ribs can be seen in athletes who engage in strenuous, repetitive motions involving the upper body, such as rowers or baseball pitchers. Stress fractures can also be seen in people with osteoporosis or vitamin D deficiency.
CancerAdvanced stages of cancer invading the chest wall can produce significant pain. Breast cancer and lung cancer are the two most common kinds of cancer that produce this problem. Primary cancer of the ribs is an extremely rare condition that can produce chest wall pain.
Sickle Cell CrisisIt is now believed that the chest wall pain sometimes seen in patients with sickle cell crisis may be due to small infarctions in the ribs. The rib pain usually resolves relatively quickly as the sickle cell crisis is brought under control.
SummaryChest wall pain is very common in people seen by doctors for chest pain. In the large majority of cases, it is relatively easy for an attentive physician to diagnose the cause of chest wall pain, and to recommend appropriate treatment.
Wise CM, Semble EL, Dalton CB. Musculoskeletal chest wall syndromes in patients with noncardiac chest pain: a study of 100 patients. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 1992; 73:147.
Eslick GD. Classification, natural history, epidemiology, and risk factors of noncardiac chest pain. Dis Mon 2008; 54:593.
Almansa C, Wang B, Achem SR. Noncardiac chest pain and fibromyalgia. Med Clin North Am 2010; 94:275.


text:
Olmsted County's Kalmar Landfill located between Rochester and Byron at 7401 19th St. NW accepts three types of waste:
1. Demolition and construction debris (C & D) - waste resulting from the demolition of buildings, roads and other manmade structures is accepted from the general public, businesses, and commercial garbage haulers during normal operating hours.
2. Mixed Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) that is bypassed to the landfill during scheduled maintenance at the Olmsted Waste-to-Energy Facility (OWEF) as well as Industrial Solid Waste (ISW), and MSW that cannot be combusted at the OWEF due to processing restrictions or overcapacity. MSW self-hauled from residences must be taken to the Recycling Center Plus located at 305 Silver Creek Rd. NE in Rochester.
3. Ash resulting from OWEF operations, ash from the Mayo medical waste incinerator, and coal ash from the local public utility are accepted.
Hours of Operation
8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Call (507) 328-7070 for more information on Acceptable Wastes and Disposal costs.
Main Station: 507-252-4747
Newsroom: 507-281-4747
Meet Us
Public Files
Connect With Us
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2014 WorldNow and KXLT. All Rights Reserved.
For more information on this site, please read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service and Mobile Privacy Policy & Terms of Service.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance with issues relating to the content of this station's public inspection file should contact Administrative Assistant Jodi Neyens at (507) 280-5104. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, at 888-835-5322 (TTY) or at email@example.com.


text:
Lately I've been making some comments that I feel could gather together to make a decent, yet arguable, fanpost that relates to the draft, offseason, Kosta Koufus, and everything Timberwolves related. Just remember, T'wolves' fans have the best sense of humor right?
- Kemba
Bio: Elite college player who excels at getting to the bucket and drawing fouls. Big in clutch time and creating his own shot.
Ceiling: Smaller John Wall with a jumpshot
Basement: Undersized sized 1/2 with potential like Jerryd Bayless
- Jimmer
Bio: Great 3 pt shooter who can score in bunches and easily create his own shot. Terrible on defense but great in transition.
Ceiling: Stephen Curry with more of a scorers mentality
Basement: Spot up jump shooter like Eddie House
- Sullinger
Bio: Undersized power forward who really earns the power part of his position. He's very strong but apparently returning to college.
Ceiling: Kevin Love with less outside game and more touch inside
Basement: A less athletic Glen Davis.
- Perry Jones
Bio: 6'11 forward who is stuck playing Center in college. He is a athletic, good shooter who is suspended for receiving improper benefits.
Ceiling: Kevin Durant. He's got the body, but the work ethic and drive?
Basement: Ndudi Ebi, a guy drafted for potential who doesn't turn out well for either side
- Harrison Barnes
Bio: 6'8 Guard/Forward who can create his own shot, rebound the ball, play defense, and seems a great fit for the Wolves offense.
Ceiling: A more athletic Paul Pierce
Basement: *cough Young Wes Johnson *cough
- Derrick Williams
Bio: A lengthy forward who can play the 3/4 and is athletic with range out to the three point line.
Ceiling: Carmelo Anthony.....
Basement: A undersized 4 who couldn't cut it at the three and lost his athleticism, Glen Davis.
Bio: A legit natural Point Guard with athleticism, defense, and a high IQ.
Ceiling: Chris Paul
Basement: Sebastian Telfair
- Enes Kanter
Bio: A suspended lengthy Center with legit size and a polished inside game. Has he shown enough though?
Ceiling: Andrew Bogut
Basement: Darko :D or Cole Aldrich
- Terrence Jones
Bio: A lengthy forward with size, handles, athleticism, and talent galore.
Ceiling: Brittney Griner, yes, that 6'8 college girl putting up.....18 points, 8 boards, and 6 blocks. Okay, maybe 2.5 blocks.
Basement: Just another 6'8 forward without a position or size. Marvin Williams?
- Alec Burks
Bio: Elite scorer, good rebounder, and great offensively with the ability to create his own shot. Small school talent.
Ceiling: Evan Turner in college, Joe Johnson? 20-5-5
Basement: Very low, a scorer who couldn't make it and is gone from the NBA in a year.
For one, I don't know much to anything about the Euro talent in this draft, but we NEED to stay away from it. Vessely is gonna be the best of the bunch, maybe a late flier, but that's even a reach.....
My take? The Wolves need to come away from this draft with the BPA.
My Mock Draft:
- Irving
- P Jones
- D Williams
- H Barnes
- Sullinger*
- T Jones
- Kanter
- Kemba
- Jimmer
- Burks
- B Knight
The wolves need a 2 and a 5 the most. Enes Kanter and Harrison Barnes seem the most likely, but if Kyrie Irving, and to a lesser extend Perry Jones, we need to take those guys if they are still on the board. Kemba Burks or Jimmer are worth a reach if we end up with a 12-16 pick, or especially with the Grizzlies pick, doubt they'll be on the board though.
Kosta Koufos vs. Fesenko - a Dance Off (via OfficialUtahJazz)
My dream offseason....
1. Pray for Rubio!
2. Trade Kevin Love and Jonny Flynn to the Thunder for Russell Westbrook and Cole Aldrich.
3. Pick in the top 2. Take Barnes or Irving (Westbrook could play on or off the ball) with second pick, target Burks or Fredette, Trade Darko for a 2nd round pick and take Parsons, Singler, Isaiah Thomas, or Ben Hansbrough (Save MONEY!)
4. Sign DeAndre Jordan….Fire Rambis, hire Shaka Smart
5. Win the championship
PG Westbrook, Rubio
SG Barnes, Wes Johnson, (Burks or Fredette)
SF Beasley, Webster
PF Randolph, Tolliver, (Singler or Parsons)
C Jordan, Pek, Randolph
If you wanna get REAL crazy trade Beas for a top 5 pick and take Perry Jones or Derrick Williams
darko-rips-his-jersey (via theassociation)
OH classic Darko, where is this during the game?


text:
The Gateway shows you how to stylishly channel your summer festival attendance into psychedelic print.
Other than the fact that it hurts and makes me hungry, the biggest thing that bugs me about my period is that it costs a lot of money over time. Not only do I have to endure a week every month of no nice underwear, no sex (but if that's your thing, all the power to you) and, God forbid, no white pants, I also have to shell out at least $10 every time on bleached cotton. Until a couple months ago.
The girl in the before and after photo is beautiful — both before and after her drastic 130-pound weight loss.
For more than six million Canadians living with obesity, information about the issue typically comes in the form of lectures, group sessions or dietitian visits. But Dr. Arya Sharma is trying to educate about obesity through an unconventional manner: the Fringe stage.
The Israel-Palestine conflict invokes sharp and passionate responses from everyone—scholars, religious leaders, and politicians and average citizens. Sadly, many in the West choose to be ever so selective in the facts they relay, and the discourse they construct.


text:
People move or die, but the land is always there. Even if your house is only 50 years old, the history of the land on which it rests tells a story. Most early settlers had many acres of land which were subdivided into today's building lots and developments. In a program sponsored by the Friends of the New York State Library, researcher Glenn Hankle will speak on the early surveys made by Van Allen, Gilbert and other persons hired by Van Rensselaer to divide Van Rensselaer's East Manor. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the New York State Library. All are welcome to attend and registration is required. Location: 7th floor Librarian's Room
Back to events list
Related Events