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Game 1 Vs. Pacers: Spurs 122-109. (Record 1-0)
I'd like to start with a confession: The Spurs put me to sleep.
It wasn't their fault of course. Because of the Giants World Series game, I didn't pop in the Spurs game on the DVR til 12:30 a.m. I made it through half time, but after that I was out. It would've been different if it was live and I didn't know how it was going to end.
I think. I hope that's it. Maybe it was the collective "bleh" of the Pacers. Maybe it's that I'm *really* not ready for the season to start. We'll see what I'm like in two weeks.
Anyway, before we get into the Spurs, you might recall this bit of frustration about the Giants from a few days ago...
Screw the Warriors. There's only one Bay Area team that matters, baby. Giants WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!11!!!1
These guys have given me a heart attack practically every day for the past three months.
Like at all.
So naturally they shelled the Rangers' Cliff Lee, who came into the game with a career 7-0 record and 0.75 ERA in the postseason. Of course they did. What was supposed to be a 2-1 game ended 11-7 to the good. My guys are just three away.
I realize for Spurs fans the championship round has been a mere formality, but it hasn't been so for the Giants. In fact, Game 1s have never been the problem. The Giants are 8-0 in their last eight postseason Game 1s, not having dropped one since 1997, when the mercenary Florida Marlins did the honors. It's Game 2s that have been their bugaboo.
More specifically, they've won one Game 2 since 1987.
They lost @ Chicago 9-5 in the 1989 NLCS (Giants won series 4-1).
They lost @ Oakland 5-1 in the 1989 WS (A's won series 4-0).
They lost @ Florida 7-6 in the 1997 NLDS (Marlins won series 3-0).
They lost vs. New York 5-4 in the 2000 NLDS (Mets won series 3-1).
They lost @ Atlanta 7-3 in the 2002 NLDS (Giants won series 3-2).
They WON @ St. Louis 4-1 in the 2002 NLCS (Rich Aurilia two homers, Giants won series 4-1).
They lost @ Anaheim 11-10 in the 2002 WS (Angels won series 4-3).
They lost vs. Florida 9-5 in the 2003 NLDS (Marlins won series 3-1).
They lost vs. Atlanta 5-4 in the 2010 NLDS (Giants won series 3-1).
They lost @ Philadelphia 6-1 in the 2010 NLCS (Giants won series 4-2).
So that's 1-9 in their last ten Game 2s. I think what I'm trying to say is they're due to win one of these and I'd feel a heckuva lot better if they did. You'd think the Rangers would be totally deflated that the Giants just crushed their best pitcher, and my guys are starting Matt Cain, who's 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA in two postseason starts tonight, but we'll see.
Just to show I can make stupid predictions in multiple sports, I give you these Spurs scouting reports...
I think Duncan will surprise some people by having his best defensive season in years because I expect 2010 to be the year where he'll transition fully into the defense/rebounding phase of his career a la David Robinson in 2002-2003. With Tony, Manu, Jefferson, Hill and Blair there's more than enough scoring threats on the team and Pop's new emphasis on running and getting early offense tells me he doesn't want to involve Duncan as much in the attack. Even in the half court I see Timmy playing more in the high post or the wings and letting Blair and Splitter be the guys banging down low.
I think Duncan will approach games playing it by ear and he may look to be more involved in the scoring in the second and third quarters if the offense starts haphazardly in games, but otherwise, don't be surprised at all if he's our third or fourth leading scorer on most nights.
Brilliant! He only scored 23 points on 10-of-12 from the floor and let his man score 28. Why does anyone read my drivel?
There was also this nugget of brilliance...
Also, Manu has traditionally been a slow starter (his preseason stats were nothing special) so I don't know if he'll be able to practice what he's preaching.
Wrong again. Gino played great. I wish I could be like Simmons and every time I get something wrong, I could just claim it was a reverse jinx, but I've got too much of that darn integrity.
At least I got one thing right...
I liked the Collison pickup for them. Definite upgrade. And Granger can score all day. But outside of that these guys are lucky Toronto is in the league, otherwise they'd be the worst defensive squad in the East. I mean, Dunleavy at shooting guard? Really? I'll be pretty disappointed if the Spurs don't score at least 115 on them on opening night.
Of course we very well might need to score that many to win, but that's a whole other story.
Well, we did, and we did.
Honestly, I don't think we were as poor defensively as the score would suggest. In the first quarter the Pacers hit a lot of contested jumpers, and then RJ got into foul trouble and James Anderson was victimized by Danny Granger on three or four straight possessions. The game was in control until the benches got involved, and our subs were terrible in the first half. Also, the pace of the game factored into our defensive troubles. It was up and down and because we were looking for so much early offense, it affected us in the other end somewhat. I think we played too much at Indiana's tempo.
Really, the one poor thing I think we did defensively was that our bigs (mainly Duncan and Blair) didn't respect the shooting range and skills of their bigs (Hibbert and McRoberts). Blair in particular I think was guilty of judging a book by its cover and looked surprised on several plays by McRoberts' athleticism.
The game got chippier in the second half and guys were banging each other around a bit under the basket, and the refs let a lot of it go (to our benefit) which led to turnovers. Indiana also helped out by jacking some poor threes and forcing some other bad jumpers. They got impatient and frustrated, which is what young teams do. I also thought their coach, Jim O'Brien, did us a big favor by not playing Jeff Foster or Tyler Hansborough off the bench and going with a couple of jokers instead.
Both starting units played great, offensively. The difference was we made ten more free throws ( ! ) and our bench was only poor for the first half while theirs were crappy the whole night.
As far as the game broadcast goes, I was treated to the Pacers guys, who I found adorable. They kept talking about the team taking steps to get back to being the 2000 squad that went to the Finals. They said it with a straight face and everything. They also kept promoting some bank that's donating a whopping $33 for each three pointer Danny Granger makes. That could be like... $1,600 smackers!
Either this bank assumes the Pacers viewership is extremely bad at math, or the country is completely broke.
Player Reviews!
Frenchy McWonderbutt just misses out on Three Stars. He played pretty well, ran the offense, shot it, passed it and all that, but he missed too many bunny layups, had too many turnovers and didn't seem to know what to do with Collison. He wasn't fighting very hard to get around those screens. It says something about how good TP is that he can put up a 20 and 9 without ever getting out of third gear.
Beast did two things well: His free throw stroke looked great and he passed superbly. Otherwise, he had an off night. His defense sucked, he wasn't a factor on the boards (there weren't many to be had), and he rushed too many shots. Still, he's doing a good job of showing he's not a one-dimensional player.
RJ I thought had exactly the kind of night we were looking for when we signed him. He went to the rim aggressively and got to the line. He shot the ball with confidence and didn't hesitate. On defense Granger is a tough assignment and Jefferson suffered a couple of unlucky fouls when he was the victim of other people's mistakes. He was only able to play 21 minutes because of foul trouble, but I'd rather have him play hard than tentative.
Anderson had a brutal first few minutes in the NBA, but once knocked down his first open look, he settled down. I liked that he didn't pass up open shots - a point I'm sure Pop made very clear to him if he wants to play - and the 27 minutes he got were probably three times as many as any of us figured. Granger abused him at times, but I don't think we have anyone he wouldn't have abused.
McDyess played exactly the way we want him to play, with six boards in 19 minutes and he'll probably have to log some heavy minutes these next two weeks with Bonner and Splitter down. I know before the game that Pop said Splitter would be out for Saturday too, but I'm hopeful that in light of Rocket's injury he'll reconsider. I really don't want to go into the Hornets game with just three bigs. Even if Splitter can only give us eight or 10 minutes, that's eight or 10 where we don't have to use RJ or Anderson at the four. While Bonner was in there, it was evident that a part of Indiana's game plan was to not give him any looks from three. They were crowding him pretty good. Simmons isn't worth writing about, other than I'm glad Pop went with Anderson over him. Let the kid sink or swim.
Three Stars!
3. George Hill - Yoopy's alarm didn't go off until the second half, but he helped the team pull away in the fourth with 10 of his 16 points. I think a part of the problem was when he checked into the game he quickly found himself playing with a bunch of other subs and he's not used to that. Or maybe he just sucked in the first half. Either way.
2. Manu Ginobili - A bit too three happy, but when you shoot 'em at a 55% clip, have at it, I guess. Did a little bit of everything, and I liked that after Solomon Jones (who?) fouled him hard in the third quarter, Gino responded by drawing an offensive foul on him and then snuffing him on a dunk attempt. Oh and he kicked Granger in the balls, which was just about the only way to slow him down all night.
1. Tim Duncan - Maybe a bit too generous considering Hibbert's line, but 23-12-3-3-4 is pretty hard to ignore, and he was 10-of-12 from the floor with just one turnover. The old man's got some game left yet.
Up Next: Another home game, Saturday against the NOOCH (1-0), who won a squeaker at home against the Bucks. Again, I'll have to tape it because Game 3 will be on. It'll be nice if we can hold Chris Paul under 20 assists and I'm guessing the game plan will involve attacking the basket with whoever between Manu and RJ that Marco Bellinelli is "guarding."


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By Ina Garten
Most people find making pie crust daunting. There are a few secrets that will change all that. First, the butter, shortening, and water must all be very cold. Second, let the dough sit in the refrigerator (bakers call it "relaxing" the dough) for 30 minutes before rolling, and finally, don't stretch the dough when you're placing it into the pan. Follow these tips and you'll have delicious, flaky pie crust every time.
12 tbsp very cold unsalted butter
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp sugar
1/3 cup very cold vegetable shortening
6 to 8 tbsp ice water
1. Dice the butter and return it to the refrigerator while you prepare the flour mixture. Combine the flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor and pulse a few times to mix. Add the butter and shortening. Pulse until the butter is the size of peas. With the machine running, pour the ice water down the feed tube and pulse until the dough begins to form a ball. Transfer dough to a floured work surface and roll into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Cut the dough in half. Roll each piece on a floured work surface into a circle, rolling from the center to the edge, turning and flouring the dough to make sure it doesn't stick to the surface. Fold the dough in half, place in a pie pan and unfold to fit the pan. Repeat with the top crust. Makes two 10-inch crusts.


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Quick Saffron and Seafood Rice with Chorizo
3 cups basmati rice
6 cups hot chicken stock
pinch of saffron threads or pinch of saffron powder
(in my case, I used one small sachet of saffron powder equivalent to a pinch as well)
1/2 pound large shrimps, shelled and deveined
1/2 pound squid, cut into 1/2 inch rings
1/2 cup pitted green olives
1 foot long link of chorizo, medium dice
1 large white onion, small dice
6 cloves garlic, minced
juice of half a lemon (to marinate shrimps and squid rings)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (for frying chorizo as well as sauteing the onions and basmati rice)
2 tablespoons butter (for sauteing the garlic, shrimps and squid separately)
salt and pepper to taste
lemon wedges (to serve on the side)
1/2 cup parsley, coarsely chopped (to sprinkle on top)
- Marinate shrimps and squid in lemon juice, salt and fresh cracked black pepper for 5 minutes.
- Put the saffron threads or saffron powder in hot chicken stock, stir and set aside.
- Place a large skillet (preferably a skillet with a bit of height) over medium heat and add olive oil. Fry diced chorizo until a bit of the fat renders in the pan and mixes in with the olive oil tinting it with a gorgeous red-orange colour. Remove fried chorizo bits from the oil and set aside.
- Add onions into the tinted oil and saute until soft. Add basmati rice and saute for 5 minutes just barely toasting it. And then pour the saffron infused hot chicken stock.
- Wait about 2 minutes for the mixture to boil before reducing heat to low to simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is done (either preferred al dente or just perfectly tender but not mushy and overcooked).
- While the rice gently cooks, place a skillet over high heat, add butter and garlic. Saute garlic until fragrant and soft (but not browned) and add the marinated shrimps and squid along with the green olives. Saute for 3 minutes or until shrimp curls up and turns orange (do not over cook shrimps and squid or both will be tough and chewy… which will just ruin the dish). Set the sauteed seafood aside (still in the skillet).
- When rice is almost done, add the fried chorizo nuggets and sauteed shrimps and squid rings along with the bit of pan juices rendered. Toss the mixture with two forks.
- Top with chopped parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Makes 8 servings
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Sitting high in the center dome of the F.W. Olin Physical Sciences Building is the 0.8-meter (32-inch) Ortega Telescope, the largest research telescope in Florida.
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Research Portal: The sky is not the limit here!
Florida Tech uses the technologies aboard the Hubble to study the masses of 5 supermassive black holes that may potentially be billions of times larger than the Sun!
Check out this research and more at Florida Tech's Research Portal!
Internship & Research Opportunities
Because of Florida Tech's location at the heart of the Space Coast, there are a plethora of opportunities for our students to obtain both astronomy internships and astrophysics internships during their studies.
Some of the organizations that provide astronomy internships and astrophysics internships include:
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Students participating in astrophysics and astronomy internships have monitored the Deep Impact Mission's collision at Kitt Peak National Observatory, worked with the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider at Brookhaven National Laboratory, and helped to develop and test new night-vision optics used by the U.S. Army.
In addition to astrophysics or astronomy internships, astronomy and astrophysics students are encouraged to utilize Florida Tech's F.W. Olin Observatory, which houses the Ortega Telescope (the largest research-grade telescope on Florida) to take part in research projects. These projects may entail hands-on observations with our telescopes, or working with data from space-based observatories such as the Hubble Space Telescope, the Chandra X-Ray Observatory, or the Kepler Observatory.
Florida Tech is the lead institution for the Southeastern Association for Research in Astronomy (SARA), which operates automated one-meter-class telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory near Tucson, Ariz., and at Cerro Tololo Interamerican Observatory in Chile. Both are accessed and controlled remotely over the Internet.
SARA also sponsors an NSF-funded summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program that provides 10–12 students from around the U.S. the opportunity to work with scientists at SARA institutions.
Department faculty operates the world's largest X-ray array for measuring lightning. Faculty also co-operate (with UCLA) a chain of 10 geomagnetic field observatories from Central Florida to Maine, and maintain a NASA-qualified clean room.
Valuable astrophysics and astronomy internships and research gives students real-world experience and learning opportunities.
Join Clubs and Organizations to Enhance Your Space Sciences Degree
The Florida Tech chapter of Students for the Exploration and Development of Space is an active organization that meets to discuss space news and activism, as well as taking part in events with other space organization around the southeast.
The Society of Physics Students is a professional organization that focuses on education and enrichment and holds a variety of regular activities for students across campus. Students can also join Sigma Pi Sigma honor society and the student Astronomical Society. These clubs and organizations are the perfect way to network for astrophysics and astronomy internships, research opportunities and potential jobs.


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Pac-12 school presidents will take no further action after an independent review found the conference properly handled concerns about officiating during its conference tournament.
A report by Indianapolis-based law firm Ice Miller LLP said the Pac-12 was correct in ruling coordinator of officiating Ed Rush was not serious when he offered bounties to any official who disciplined Arizona coach Sean Miller during the Pac-12 tournament in March.
Ice Miller also supported Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott's decision to fine Miller $25,000 for his actions during and after Arizona's semifinal against UCLA, and found the game was officiated with integrity and no favoritism toward either team.
The Pac-12 CEO Group said it will use the report to guide its men's basketball officiating program and policies.
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Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton has charged a Detroit man in Wednesday's triple murder in Flint.
James Paul Simpkins, 20, is charged with three counts of open murder, one count of assault with intent to murder and one count of felony firearm.
The shooting happened early Wednesday morning on Tacken Street near Court Street.
According to police, Simpkins was at the house with two men, one of whom they believe to be his brother, and two women. Police said the group had been drinking and getting high before an argument started.
Police said Simpkins pulled out a gun and shot the other four people.
Two men and a woman were killed.
The other woman who survived, Jacinta Mills of Detroit, was shot twice in the groin, pistol whipped and strangled until she passed out.
When she regained consciousness, she fled the home through a window and went to a neighbor's home for help.
Investigators said Simpkins fled the scene and called police saying he had just been assaulted and his brother and another person killed.
As police responded to the area, the suspect walked towards them and was arrested.
Leyton said all five people involved were from Detroit.
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State police believe an escaped prisoner is still in the New Orleans area.
They released these new images of Keana Barnes Thursday. Investigators say they have learned Barnes received a ride to downtown New Orleans last week. They also say several people have reported seeing her in the metro area, specifically near Marrero.
FOX 8 News received this press release from the Dept. of Public Safety and Corrections Thursday:
(Baton Rouge) The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections continues to seek information on DOC offender Keana Barnes, who escaped from the Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women (LCIW) in St. Gabriel early on January 1, 2013. The reward for her capture is up to $5,000.
Information developed in the case so far indicates that Barnes was given a ride to downtown New Orleans last week. There have been multiple sightings of her in the greater New Orleans area reported to DOC, particularly the Marrero area. Investigators working the case believe she is receiving help to avoid capture. It should be noted that anyone aiding Barnes will be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
Barnes, age 33, is 5'4" tall, weighs 140 pounds, and has dark brown eyes and very short brown hair. She has the letter "K" tattooed on her left hand, a dragon tattoo on her back and two panther tattoos on her chest. It is also believed that she has a fairly deep cut on one her fingers that she sustained during the escape. Barnes was serving a 25-year sentence for manslaughter.
DOC is offering a reward for information in Barnes' case of $2500. In addition, CrimeStoppers of Greater New Orleans is offering its own $2500 reward for information in the case. Barnes is from the New Orleans area and has family and acquaintances there.
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Original Title: Mamas & Papas
Directors: Alice Nellis
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110 min. min
Main Competition
Sparkling with humor, pathos, and beguiling imagery, this ensemble drama captures the modern agonies of raising a family as four couples try to cope with their particular realities. As three of these couples struggle with the tough decisions presented by their impending parenthood and the fourth mourns the accidental death of their child, Mamas & Papas takes shape as an intimate, authentic exploration of the joys and heartaches of being a parent.
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Wal-Mart Foundation Awards Grant to Mercer Center
The Wal-Mart Foundation, as part of its community outreach in Georgia, has awarded Mercer a grant to develop summer seminars for high school teachers to learn how to incorporate the Great Books into their curricula. Through the grant, Mercer's Center for the Teaching of America's Western Foundations is developing a summer seminar program and Web site that will help the teachers to understand and teach the Great Books. The two-week seminars will be modeled after Mercer's Great Books program and be organized around the theme "Citizenship and the Culture of Freedom."
Each two-week seminar will include a cohort of 20 Georgia high school teachers who will be able to take the Great Books model back into their classrooms. The seminars will be held in the summer of 2010 and run by Mercer's Center for the Teaching of America's Western Foundations, which was founded by Mercer professors Will Jordan and Matthew Oberrieder in the spring of 2008.
"We are very grateful to the Wal-Mart Foundation for allowing us to share one of Mercer's most distinctive programs with some of Georgia's best teachers," said Dr. Jordan, an associate professor of political science and Center co-director. "Ultimately, we hope the program helps our state's high schools inspire students with primary texts that develop reading skills, critical thinking and thoughtful citizenship."
The first week of the seminar curriculum will include readings from ancient Greece, examining the birth of the democratic form of government and the requirements of democratic citizenship. The second week's curriculum will focus on the origins of modern republics, as found in the writings of authors such as John Locke and the American founders.
"Through these seminars, our teacher-participants and, subsequently, their students, will develop a complex, genuine understanding of some of the fundamental issues that the Great Books explore, including citizenship, human rights, free enterprise and intellectual and religious freedom," said Dr. Oberrieder, an assistant professor of philosophy and center co-director. "For the American Republic to continue to flourish each new generation of citizens must acquire knowledge of, and develop an appreciation for, America's intellectual and moral foundations. These seminars are part of the Center's aim to revitalize the Founders' 'Great Books' education and foster civic and cultural self-knowledge."
The competitive selection process for teachers from throughout Georgia will begin in the fall. The grant will provide participating teachers with room, board, books and a stipend, as well as continuing education credit. The program will also develop teaching materials to distribute to the participants and to post at the supporting Web site for these and other teachers' classroom use.
"One of our goals for the Web site will be to establish it as a 'best practices' nexus to serve Georgia teachers, which will eventually become a nationwide resource to support teaching and scholarship in America's Western Foundations," Dr. Oberrieder said.
Mercer's Center for the Teaching of America's Western Foundations seeks to provide a new generation of citizens with knowledge of, and appreciation for, the founding principles, values and history of our nation. The Great Books of the West were the education of the American Founders and America's freedom and prosperity fundamentally come from the ideas, values, and principles that the Founders' Great Books explore. To that end, the Center seeks to promote the study and teaching of these foundational works and strengthen the knowledge and understanding of the cultural-intellectual inheritance of America. Mercer is one of a select few colleges or universities in the country and the only one in Georgia that has a Great Books of Western Civilization program as part of its general education curriculum. The Center complements this curriculum with programs including lecture series and campus conferences, and seeks to reinforce the importance of traditional liberal-arts education.
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Phoenix police are looking for a gunman who shot a 19-year-old man in a drug deal that instead turned into a robbery, officers said.
The victim and an 18-year-old man intended to buy an undetermined quantity of marijuana from a third person but decided to rob the seller, police investigators said.
After the robbery, the two teens fled with the stolen marijuana into the neighborhood near 4100 West Angela.
The victim of the robbery chased the men and opened fire. The 19-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to his leg. He is expected to be OK.
The shooter fled the scene in a lowered silver truck. Police said the gunman is described as a Hispanic man in his 20s.
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Skeletal SystemThe skeletal system supports and protects the body while giving it shape and form. This system is composed of connective tissues including bone, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. Nutrients are provided to this system through blood vessels that are contained within canals in bone. The skeletal system stores minerals, fats, and produces blood cells. Another major role of the skeletal system is to provide mobility. Tendons, bones, joints, ligaments and muscles work in concert to produce various movements.
Skeleton ComponentsThe skeleton is composed of fibrous and mineralized connective tissues that give it firmness and flexibility. It consists of bone, cartilage, tendons, joints, and ligaments.
- Bone - a type of mineralized connective tissue that contains collagen and calcium phosphate, a mineral crystal. Calcium phosphate gives bone its firmness. Bone tissue may be compact or spongy. Bones provide support and protection for body organs.
- Cartilage - a form of fibrous connective tissue that is composed of closely packed collagenous fibers in a rubbery gelatinous substance called chondrin. Cartilage provides flexible support for certain structures in adult humans including the nose, trachea, and ears.
- Tendon - a fibrous band of connective tissue that is bonded to bone and connects bone to bone.
- Ligament - a fibrous band of connective tissue that joins bones and other connective tissues together at joints.
- Joint - a site where two or more bones or other skeletal components are joined together.
Skeleton DivisionsBones are a major component of the skeletal system. Bones that comprise the human skeleton are divided into two groups. They are the axial skeletal bones and appendicular skeletal bones. An adult human skeleton contains 206 bones, 80 of which are from the axial skeleton and 126 from the appendicular skeleton.
The axial skeleton includes bones that run along the medial sagittal plane of the body. Imagine a vertical plane that runs through your body from front to back and divides the body into equal right and left regions. This is the medial sagittal plane. The axial skeleton forms a central axis that includes bones of the skull, hyoid, vertebral column, and thoracic cage. The axial skeleton protects numerous vital organs and soft tissues of the body. The skull provides protection for the brain, the vertebral column protects the spinal cord, and the thoracic cage protects the heart and lungs.
Axial Skeleton
- Skull - includes bones of the cranium, face, and ears (auditory ossicles).
- Hyoid - U-shaped bone or complex of bones located in the neck between the chin and larynx.
- Vertebral Column - includes spinal vertebrae.
- Thoracic Cage - includes ribs and sternum (breast bone).
Appendicular Skeleton
- Pectoral Girdle - includes shoulder bones (clavicle and scapula).
- Upper Limbs - includes bones of the arms and hands.
- Pelvic Girdle - includes hip bones.
- Lower Limbs - includes bones of the legs and feet.


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First off: Yes, I'm an Alabama fan. Yes, this argument is extremely convenient to me right now, today.
But NO, I did not make this argument up today because it suits my purposes. In fact, if you look at the list, I think you will be able to tell that I have been brooding over this for years. The fact is, basing a national championship on conference championships is a very bad idea, for a lot of reasons.
Reasons that are explained below the jump.
First, please tell me one good reason a conference championship should be a prerequisite to a national championship. I have been hearing this "must win your conference" thing for years, but I have yet to hear a single cogent reason why that would make for a better selection process.
Please. One good reason it would help us pick a better national champ.
Now let me list a few reasons it is a very bad idea:
(1) It's completely arbitrary and local as to how conference affiliations--and conference championships--are determined.
(2) Teams that aren't in conferences are screwed and at a huge disadvantage.
(3) The only way to cure #2 is to enforce mandatory conference composition, and since the 120 schools are all independent entities, that will never happen.
(4) In fact, the conferences are currently on a wild merry-go-round, where they get off nobody knows, so depending on them to make logical, dependable determinations to set up your system is totally insane.
(5) Conferences are, of course, far, far from equal, so treating them at equal is nothing but importing a falsehood, and a problem, into the selection process.
(6) Look at how screwed up the BCS bowls have been since they went to conference champ lock-ins. Frickin' Connecticut was in last year, the worst team that has ever played in a major bowl, and Louisville missed by a hair this year of topping that and being even worse than Connecticut.
Why import this obvious problem into the championship selection process?
(7) Currently it's the SEC that would get jobbed by this process, but if some other conference comes along in a few years and establishes superiority, then that conference will be ripped off instead. Basically, whichever conference establishes excellence on the playing field will be rewarded by getting screwed, blued and tatooed by any system that auto-selects conference champs and excludes others. There can only be one champ of the SEC, but the SEC is probably going to have 2 to 3 of the 8 best teams more years than not, and the top 2 will not be a rarety.
What value is more important than getting the best teams in? Once you let in your Louisvilles, Connecticuts and Clemsons, every spot they get is a spot taken away from a deserving team. Getting the teams in that deserve to be in is the most important value, hands down. If you disagree with that statement, please oh please tell me why.
(8) What's to prevent, say, Texas from screwing the system over? Hello, Rice, Baylor, Texas Tech, North Texas, etc., join my new Texas Conference and I'll give you a share of my TV cut and then we'll let the conference champ go to the tourney!
(9) Who decides which conferences count, and which don't? Remember, we've just had the Big East counting over the Mountain West which was CLEARLY a better conference over the last 3 years. Also remember that you have to make this determination anew over and over because you will never be able to pick X number of conferences that are always the best. The only dependable thing about that is that it always changes.
I'm sure I'm leaving out other problems, too, because I just threw this quicklie list together. But the bottom line is that 120 independent units thing. There is just no way to fairly divide those teams up into groups that can fairly and reliably determine champions that go on to a playoff. No. Way. It's impossible.
A conference champs rule for BCS/playoff inclusion is nothing but trouble. Leave that to the locals and make a national system for a national championship. I'd propose a playoff of some sort, but whatever it is, it should NOT be based on conference championships.
NOTE: In case this looks familiar to any of you, it is based on a comment I made in a fanpost. I thought it might spark some good discussion--and OK, I also thought it mght provide folks with some ammo for certain outside conversations that are going on--so here it is.


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Ten Prime Steak & Sushi - Providence
- Address:
55 Pine Street
Providence, RI 02903Neighborhood:
- Cuisine:
SteakPrice: $31 to $50
Ten Prime Steak & Sushi - Providence
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.tenprimesteakandsushi.com/
- Phone: 4014532333x
- Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4pm
Dinner: Sunday - Wednesday: 4pm - 10pm, Thursday - Saturday: 4pm - 11pm
sushi served late
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Sushi, Steak, Seafood
- Executive Chef: Chef Lou Cruz
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Catering: We offer catering for any event small or large. Please call the restaurant for details. 401-453-2333
- Private Party Facilities: We have 2 private rooms. 1.) "Chefs" Room-fully private seats up to 15 ppl 2) "Diva" Room seats up to 30 ppl.
- Private Party Contact: Harrison Elkhay 4014532333x
A word from Ten Prime Steak & Sushi - Providence
10 Prime Steak & Sushi is where East meets West in Providence, Rhode Island!Continued
Guests can enjoy the ultimate dining experience among the backdrop of a cobalt blue, romantic, sexy setting visually landscaped with art that stimulates the senses. 10's atmosphere becomes fun and lively with bubbles showering over our busy bar where the happy hour crowd sips on our signature cocktails and a Latin sound plays throughout the restaurant.
Voted Rhode Island's best steakhouse, at 10 Prime, our signature prime sirloin steaks are hand cut from the finest corn-fed Midwestern beef. We age them 5 – 6 weeks, giving us the most flavorful, juicy, delicious steaks.
Developed as a restaurant for the 21st Century, our steaks are complimented by Rhode Island's best sushi. 10 offers a full sushi menu featuring nigiri and sashimi, and 15 designer rolls, including the Signature Roll 10: Maine lobster, smoked salmon, asparagus, avocado, and caviar.
Guests can enjoy the ultimate dining experience among the backdrop of a cobalt blue, romantic, sexy setting visually landscaped with art that stimulates the senses. 10's atmosphere becomes fun and lively with bubbles showering over our busy bar where the happy hour crowd sips on our signature cocktails and a Latin sound plays throughout the restaurant.
Voted Rhode Island's best steakhouse, at 10 Prime, our signature prime sirloin steaks are hand cut from the finest corn-fed Midwestern beef. We age them 5 – 6 weeks, giving us the most flavorful, juicy, delicious steaks.
Developed as a restaurant for the 21st Century, our steaks are complimented by Rhode Island's best sushi. 10 offers a full sushi menu featuring nigiri and sashimi, and 15 designer rolls, including the Signature Roll 10: Maine lobster, smoked salmon, asparagus, avocado, and caviar.
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
- Diners' Choice WinnerSteak
- Diners' Choice WinnerHot Spot
Ten Prime Steak & Sushi - Providence - Best Restaurants in Providence ›
Ten Prime Steak & Sushi - Providence reviews from OpenTable diners
112 reviews since April 25, 2014
- Food4.5Service4.5
- Ambiance4.1Noise LevelModerate
special occasion (69)fit for foodies (52)romantic (48)hot spot (35)vibrant bar scene (32)notable wine list (23)neighborhood gem (21)good for groups (20)late-night find (15)great for lunch (7)scenic view (1)great for brunch (1)Show More
- Must visit in ProvidenceOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 8/16/2014The restaurant was great, the setting was very mellow and we were promptly served and attended to. I was especially appreciative of the portion sizes and the desert (Banana Bread Pudding)is a must trySpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- wasted my timerichardjayVIPDined on 8/12/2014the website had reservations available with last seating at 1030pm. i had dinner res for 1015pm, took taxi across town, arrived on time and expected to dine. when i arrived with my guest, i was informed only the bar menu with sushi was available. i didnt need to make a dinner reservation at a steak place for that!! also, they didnt answer the phone when i tried to call to confirm that it was open. and then at this hour, very difficult to find another restaurant to dine at. VERY ANNOYED!!
- Excellent!OpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 8/8/2014The atmosphere hits you right as you walk in the door. There is a comfortable, but elegant feeling with no sense of artificiality. The food was excellent. There were choices for every palette from sushi to steak. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. One steak had to be sent back, but it was cooked properly the second time and it was handled quickly and professionally. Would definitely go back again and recommend to friends!Special Features:
- Five star!Love2eatDined on 8/8/2014We found this restaurant last year and we loved the food and service. When we were doing college tour for my son in Providence, we said we have to back to Ten Prime steak and sushi. When we got there our waiter was so attentive and very nice. The good was delicious as we remembered it.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- LAD2506Dined on 7/26/2014Great menu had a diverse selection. Not a typical sushi peson, but tried one of their special sushi rolls and it was excellent. WSould definetly recommend this location. Will be future visits to try some of the other entree's.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Perfect date nightMkbjwDined on 7/26/2014Great dinner! Everything was cooked perfect. Also great location. Short walk to water fires.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Memorable dinnerAmbrosiaDined on 7/22/2014This is a fantastic little gem of a steak and sushi restaurant. Our server, Eric, was gracious and helpful in guiding us through our meal as first time guests. I will try to get back there as soon as possible. Highly recommend reservations on the weekend.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A Night Our Taste Buds won't ForgetOpenTable Diner Since 2010Dined on 7/18/2014The Food was Remarkable Staff was Great Our Waitress knew all the Right combinations of food & Drinks to Test our Tastes Buds. An Excellent NightSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- We will be back!FlydreamingDined on 7/12/2014My wife and I always try different places during restaurant weeks here in Providence. Ten Prime and Sushi delivered for sure. The Sushi app. was awesome, it was a coconut encrusted roll that I could not get enough of. Fortunately my wife does not eat coconut so I had her dish as well. She had the Rock and Roll which also lived up to it's name. The dinner offerings which we had were steak of course. The steak Dianne kept with the classic and did not disappoint, caramelized onions just added to the dish. My steak with lobster and asparagus tips was spot on. Both steaks were cooked to perfection, tender and very flavorful. Definitely another place to add to our got to get back to places. Thanks for a great evening!Special Features:
- Great food, okay service.TwanelleDined on 7/10/2014It was my first time dining here for restaurant week. my friend and I walked into the restaurant, no one was there to greet us. I expected a host/ess because there is a host stand there. We waited for about 10 minutes & no one greeted us. there was a bartender/waitress behind the bar there who saw us the whole time since the entrance was literally next to the bar. Finally about 10-15 minutes later she decides to tell us we can sit anywhere we want. There was no hi introduction or how are you. It was my first time so I didn't know that you could seat yourself? Especially since I made reservations for the restaurant. Food took long to come out & there was only 3 tables at the time. However I will say the food was great and the decor is nice.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- excellentlalafranceDined on 7/8/2014from drinks to appetizers, dinner and desert everything was excellent. You were not rushed through courses as in other restaurants.Special Features:
- Best restaurant week mealFrisbeegalDined on 7/7/2014Excellent AMAZING food for restaurant week! I've gone to several restaurant week dinners in the past usually leaving disappointed and realizing that the food is designed for "pre-fixe" menu. But my experience this time was beyond my expectations. Full sized maki and filet mignon cooked perfectly as I ordered. I've always liked this place but this experience was over the top magnificent.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Delicious!k1234Dined on 6/29/2014Everything was delicious and the manager served us as well and was amazing!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- excellentdiner83Dined on 6/27/2014We were not disappointed. By anything. The whole meal was excellent. And eric the server was wonderful with the vodka recommendations. Will cerrtainly return.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Food always a treatdavidj205VIPDined on 6/27/2014Never a bad meal here. Place is on the small side so if you're looking very a quiet romantic place, this isn't it. But the food is worth it. It's not cheap but I don't mind paying for a higher price if I get higher quality food and service. Will be back again.Special Features:
- Ten is always a 10.JedltdDined on 6/27/2014Great food, fantastic service. A great dining experience. Ask for Johnny as your server.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Smashing!OpenTable Diner Since 2006Dined on 6/17/2014My wife and I went to have a nice dinner on a Tuesday evening to celebrate her birthday in hopes that we would have a memorable time. Well, we had a great experience and will undoubtedly be back again as everything was what we had expected and more. We have been out for dinner 100's of times, all over the world and this cracked our all time top 10. I can't tell you anything about the dessert, as it just wasn't possible to push our appetite far enough to squeeze it in. But, outside of that we were more than pleased. So, go to Ten Prime Steak and Sushi for a great dining experience...!Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 6/11/2014The only criticism I would offer is the tables are close together and you will dine close to a stranger. Also, because of the cramped space a waiter not serving my table repeatedly hit the back of my chair as he passed by and at one point muttered something that I perceived as a display of anger.Special Features:
- Great first impression!OpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 6/7/2014Being my first visit to this restaurant, I was definitely wowed on all fronts. The ambiance and decor were funky yet sophisticated, the server extremely attentive (without being overbearing) and knowledgeable about all aspects of the menu and dishes, and the food was delectable! There was absolutely nothing that I was disappointed with - I look very much forward to making this a regular dining spot in the future!Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 6/6/2014My husband likes steak and I like Sushi. Perfect place for both of us. The food is excellent, the best white chowder!Special Features:
- Great servicejclawlessDined on 6/5/2014Went in last night with a Groupon. Had a terrific server named John who was happy to explain how it worked. Good food but even better service. All the Chow Fun restaurants are good but this is one of the best. We're coming back!Special Features:
- Food reviewAmoneyDined on 6/3/2014Ordered the calamari for an app, breading was dull and plain and really had no taste. Calamari was good though, cooked right and was tender. Sushi was excellent. My 22oz porterhouse was overlooked for medium rare but was a good cut of meat and aged nicely. Overall was a good meal. The waiter was very straight and asked us if we wanted our meal when clearly we were done with out appetizers and the wait was long for water and out our dinner. Overall a decent experience, would maybe revisit for sushi.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- everything and moreAnnaDined on 5/31/2014The food and service was spectacular. The banana bread pudding dessert is to die for!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Lots of fun and good food tooCindySVIPDined on 5/30/2014Hip and delicious. We enjoyed it very much - would recommend it.Special Features:
- Best meal everLulu7613Dined on 5/30/2014I lost my husbands interest in our conversation when the meal came out. In his word (and he's a highly critical foodie) - "that was the best meal ive ever eaten."Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- "Ten" is a 10.JedltdDined on 5/30/2014Great food and great service. My favorite place. Ask for Johnny as your server.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- UniquefoodloverDined on 5/27/2014great meal and experience. Went via Groupon for four. Very pleasant and professional, courteous service and also helpful and generous concerning the use of a groupon. Loved the variety on the menu; wish we had room for sushi in addition to our entrees. Would definitely return and recommend. Atmosphere was bright and open, busy.Special Features:
- Excellent Sushi and SteaksWineCountryVisitorDined on 5/25/2014If you're into sushi and/or high-quality steaks, Ten Prime is a great choice in Providence.Special Features:
- Great SushiOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 5/24/2014Sushi was excellent, chicken chop, tuna and steaks all very good. Modern atmosphere, consistently delicious food. Highly recommend for a special night out.Special Features:
- Good dinner spot Great customer svctsankDined on 5/24/2014Went recently to 10 Prime before hitting the Waterfires. Were seated in the back room, which was kind of dark when trying to see the menu, but after that wasn't bad. The server, Connie, was attentive and friendly. I ordered littlenecks, and they were out of malt vinegar. But the manager ran across the street and got a bottle from another restaurant, now THAT is top notched customer service. The food was decent. Creative enough menu, but nothing that would make you have to go back the next night to have again. I would probably go again.Special Features:
- ExcellentDennisDined on 5/22/2014I can't find one bad thing to say about our visit. From the service, to the food (both the suchi and the steaks), to the drinks... and the amazing desserts, it was all excellent. Can't wait to visit again!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- chillytimeagainDined on 5/16/2014We sat in the back room which was quieter than the front, but the air was BLOWING on us. Chilly air that actually moved my skirt. Asked twice to have it turned down, our service person did it, but it turned back on a minute or two later. The air chilled our food quickly and our Delmonico steak was not the best quality. Have eaten here many times, just disappointed this time.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- outstandingsheyrodDined on 5/15/2014Went to celebrate my fiancees bday and we had a blast delicious food great atmosphere and great serviceSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Pricey but worth itHollisterDined on 5/15/2014Our first visit to Ten Prime won't be our last. We enjoyed our sushi and the entrees were top notch. My husband's veal chop and my filet mignon were cooked to perfection. I wish the butter mashed potatoes were more of a standout. Desserts were good but not overly creative. While he apple crisp feeds two the chocolate lava cake is good for one. The chocolate lava cake tasted almost burnt - it was not my favorite.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 5/10/2014The food and the service were excellent. Our server did a wonderful job of taking care of us. The only thing we did not like was our bar cocktail-- a Margarita. It was sub par.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Date night findOilcanDined on 5/9/2014Brought my wife for a birthday dinner and it was the perfect spot. Great ambiance, excellent beverages (try the 888 Vodka drinks!), and the food was top notch. And the best waiter I've ever had.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 5/6/2014Lobster with stuffing was a very small portion for the moneySpecial Features:
- skimikDined on 5/6/2014Food was cooked to perfection, steak was very tender and could be cut with a fork and lobster tail was just as tender and tasty as could be. Great place for special night.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- great eveningOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 5/4/2014We had a great dinner out, food was outstanding, sushi and steak were prime !! . Only issue was that wait person misunderstood one of our cocktail orders and brought the wrong drink, if he or bartender did not know what drink was they should have come back to the table for details.Special Features:
- O.K. Overrated and Trendyluv2eatDined on 5/3/2014Made reservation on line. Arrived 10 minutes early,was told by hostess they were running on time and to enjoy a drink at the bar. Ten minutes later not seated hostess said tables were being set, and we would be seated shortly. Noticed people coming from the entrance seated before our party,at this time we are still waiting to be seated 25 min later. Seems as though regulars get priority. We were finally seated by another hostess and given a lame excuse for being seated 25 min late. Waiter was great on spot,sushi was great,steak was just O.K. chewy, drinks just O.K. Would not highly recommend or be in rush to go back.Special Features:


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September 11 Digital Archive: XML Document
Email Text:
The Assembly
State of New York
November 21, 2001
Mr. Kenneth L. Zwick, Director
Office of Management Programs
U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Division
Main Building, Room 3140
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20530
Re: "September 11th Victim Compensation Fund of 2001"
Dear Mr. Zwick:
Thank you for this opportunity to submit comments concerning regulations the United
States Attorney General is required to promulgate in order to implement Title IV of Public Law 107-42, 115 Stat. 230, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (hereinafter, "the "Act"). As elected legislators representing thousands of survivors of the September 11th attacks and their families, we have a great interest in ensuring that they receive prompt and adequate financial remuneration which would, in part, compensate them for their incomprehensible losses.
Below, we set forth several concerns and ideas that we believe the regulations should
A. Eligibility: Interpretation of Certain Phrases
The Attorney General's regulations should assure that the Special Master employs the
broadest possible interpretation of the phrases "physical harm," "immediate aftermath" and "collateral source." Proper application of these phrases, as used in the Act, is critical to ensure that eligible survivors and family members receive just compensation and appropriate awards.
1. "Physical Harm"
The Act provides compensation for persons who suffered physical harm as a result of the
September 11th events. Physical harm, of course, should include not only bodily impairment or significant pain but, in the context of the Act and implementing regulations, also include physical manifestations that result from the trauma of September 11th. Post-traumatic disorders, for example, including but not limited to those that result in difficulty performing daily tasks and/or normal functions, are physical manifestations of these traumatic events which should be fully compensable under the Act. It would be cruel to deny compensation to these people who, though injured, have shed no blood and suffered no broken bones.
It is also critical to ensure that compensation is paid for harm that arises or is discovered after a claim is filed or after the time frame for filing a claim has passed. There is a latency period, obviously, for the development of certain ailments; for example, cancer and other illnesses sometimes develop or appear long after the inhalation of certain toxic substances. Survivors, rescue and recovery workers and other persons in New York City and elsewhere inhaled dangerous levels of toxic substances on September 11th and thereafter. The Attorney General's regulations must assure that harm resulting from these exposures is fully compensable under the Act.
2. "Immediate Aftermath"
The Act by its terms covers persons who were present at the World Trade Center,
Pentagon, or Shanksville, Pennsylvania crash sites, or at those locales in the "immediate aftermath" of those events. It is critical that "immediate aftermath" cover those heroic rescue and recovery personnel who arrived at the sites immediately after the attack and stayed, sometimes for weeks at a time, eating and sleeping in the dust and rubble. The long-term health effects of their heroic actions may not manifest themselves for years to come and it is imperative that they are protected. "Immediate aftermath" must be viewed in a broad geographic sense, as well. For example, persons in other parts of Manhattan and in
other New York communities may have been miles away from "ground zero," yet suffered
physical harm from toxic plumes that were emitted.
3. "Collateral Source"
The "collateral source" category described in the act must be narrowly drawn so as not to punish survivors and family members who received assistance from charitable organizations. "Collateral source" should only include funds received through a contract, an enforceable agreement, or a protected interest in a government entitlement, such as a social security benefit.
The rationale underlying monies paid through a contract or governmental obligation
differs, obviously, from that of a charitable gift. In the case of a contract governmental obligation, payment is made because payment is required under law. The charitable payment is made out of the generosity of the giver's heart. In this latter context, government's highest obligation is to honor the intent of the giver. It is highly unlikely that any contributor intended that his or her charitable gift reduce the amount a survivor or family member could recover as legal compensation for injuries incurred.
B. Eligibility: Immigration Status; Domestic Partners
Compensation under the Act should be available without regard to the immigration status
of the victim, survivor or family member. The death and destruction wrought by these tragic events did not discriminate based on age, gender, occupation or legal status. All those injured and their survivors and family members should be compensated. The Attorney General's regulation should provide that no person who elects to seek compensation under the Act will be punished for that election.
Domestic partners and family members of domestic partners should receive compensation
in the same manner as the spouses and children of married partners. The grief suffered by domestic partners and their family members is no less than that suffered by traditional families; it should be compensated no less.
C. Waiver
The Act provides a no-fault alternative to tort-litigation and a claimant must waive his or her right to commence a civil action upon the filing of a claim. Regulations should be clear that a filed but incomplete application does not constitute a filed claim for purposes of a waiver. In addition, waivers should be based on eligibility and those who are determined to be ineligible on an award and the Act should not be held to have waived their right to commence a civil action.
A waiver of rights occurs very early in the application process and before the statute of limitations may have expired for the commencement of a civil action. As a result, those
claimants who suffer damages undiscovered at the time a claim must have the opportunity to withdraw their claim and rescind such a waiver. Allowing 60 days from the time of a filed claim for the rescission of a waiver would balance fairness with finality.
The ability of a personal representative to waive other survivors' rights to bring a civil action should be carefully delineated and all such survivors must receive notice of the filed claim to allow resolution of the claim after consideration of all losses to all survivors.
D. Compensation
Claimants should be asked to submit no more documentation than is necessary to
demonstrate eligibility. Where a governmental entity has recognized a death or injury, that recognition should be accepted under the Act without requiring additional proof. Compensation for treatment necessitated by September 11-related sickness and injuries should be generous and holistic. The Attorney General's regulations should expressly assure that compensation will, where sought, include payment for chiropractic, homeopathic and non-traditional courses of treatment.
E. Appeal
The Act does not expressly address this issue, but the Attorney General's regulations
should make clear that a claimant may administratively appeal any determination of the Special Master. The Department could consider, for example, utilizing a procedure similar to that established under 29 C.F.R. Part 101 regarding the National Labor Relations Board. Consistent with the Act, a claimant could be permitted to bring his or her claim first to an independent hearing officer, then to a board, and finally to the Special Master on administrative appeal. It would not, however, in our view, be consistent with the Act to allow the government to seek review of any determination.
F. Easing the Burden on Survivors and Family Members
New York is a wonderfully diverse city. Its residents speak many tongues. Many
survivors and family members of persons who worked at the World Trade Center are recent immigrants to the United States who speak little or no English. It is imperative that pamphlets, forms and similar documents be available in many languages to accommodate all such individuals. Language must not be a barrier to obtaining compensation.
All forms and informational brochures should include a toll-free telephone number
applicants may call for assistance. Telephone assistance should be available in all appropriate languages.
At our Committees' November 7, 2001 public hearing, Nancy Anthony, Executive
Director of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, testified concerning her organization's coordinating efforts in the aftermath of the bombing of the Murrah federal building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Ms. Anthony testified that her organization assigned a caseworker to each aggrieved family to assist it in navigating the maze that sometimes characterizes local, state and federal governmental bureaucracies. This approach, she testified, worked extremely effectively in Oklahoma.
The Attorney General's regulations should similarly provide for the assignment of a
qualified caseworker or casework team for each survivor and/or family member inquiring about or seeking assistance under the Act.
G. Information Sharing and Record Keeping: Publicity
Identifying persons who are victims, survivors and family members of victims or
survivors of the September 11th attacks is of utmost importance. Unfortunately, during times of crisis, some individuals may seek to take advantage of the circumstances by filing false claims. Such persons should be vigorously prosecuted.
To help ensure that all persons eligible for compensation under the Act learn of the
compensation fund, the Attorney General should develop a public outreach and advertising
campaign. Advertisements should contain objective information and offer a toll-free telephone number. Advertising should not be a forum for campaign-style rhetoric or the promotion of one or more public officials.
The Attorney General's regulations should invite voluntary sharing of information and
records among charitable groups and between such groups and the government. However, the regulations should make clear that Special Master and his or her staff will not share information with the Justice Department or other governmental or non-governmental entities without the express written and knowing consent of the subject of the record in question.
H. Compensatory Claims
The clear intent of the Act is to assure generous compensation for the survivors and
family members of the victims of these heinous attacks. Consistent with these purposes and the provisions of the Act, compensation should include, but not be limited to, lost wages for the anticipated lifespan of the decedent, college expenses for children, lifetime medical insurance and coverage for ongoing medical expenses. Economic loss should include but not be limited to loss of earnings or other benefits related to employment, medical expense loss, replacement services loss, loss due to death, burial costs and loss of business or employment opportunities.
The Attorney General's regulations should also assure compensation for non-economic
losses, including but not limited to physical and emotional pain, suffering, inconvenience, physical impairment, mental anguish, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of society and companionship, loss of consortium, hedonic damages, injury to reputation and all other non-pecuniary losses of any kind or nature.
Very truly yours,
Sheldon Silver
RoAnn M. Destito, Chair
Standing Committee on
Governmental Operations
Joseph R. Lentol, Chair
Standing Committee on Codes
Helene E. Weinstein
Standing Committee on Judiciary
Scott Stringer, Chair
Standing Committee on Oversight,
Analysis & Investigation
Email Date:2001-11-21


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When I think of July 4, several things come to mind. Fireworks, the American Flag, barbeques and most importantly, hot dogs.
Hot dogs are especially important as one of the most competitive and popular events occurs on Independence Day, the Coney Island Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition.
Every year since I knew what it was, I have always wanted to trek out to Coney Island to watch the contest. This year, having off for the summer for the first time in years, I decided it was time to see what the hubbub was about.
I took the subway in with my brother and got to Coney Island about an hour before the proceedings began. Already the place was packed with onlookers including families, members of the NYPD, FDNY, medics and nearly a hundred Nathan's employees.
Getting off the subway, the first thing I noticed was a giant inflatable hot dog. However, it was not an actual hot dog, but an inflatable canine in a bun. I walked over and realized an animal rights group, Mercy For Animals, with about twenty individuals who were protesting the event, saying it was inhumane and disrespectful to hold this contest.
Leaving the protest, I stopped by several of the vendors in the crowd, giving away free cans of Red Bull and others giving out free chocolate milk. There was also a giant trampoline set up for daredevils to do tricks on, as well as a basketball hoop. Prior to the contest beginning, and as a way to celebrate the Nets basketball team's move to Brooklyn, MarShon Brooks participated in a game of H-O-R-S-E with a lucky member of the crowd.
Then, with the sun beating down on the crowd, the hot dog contest began. For the second straight year, the contest was divided, with women having their own contest and then the men battling it out.
Sonya Thomas, aka The Black Widow, dominated the female competition, wolfing down 45 dogs. The number was important to her as she said she hoped to eat the same amount of hot dogs as her age, also 45.
The men then took the stage, with each individual getting their own entrance music. The entire scene appeared as a cross of a family barbeque/WWE wrestling match. There were even apparent villains, with one contestant from the Great White North coming out to his seat waving a Canadian flag on a hockey stick. He was promptly booed by nearly all in attendance.
Everyone there did seem to be rooting for one specific individual, Joey Chestnut. Chestnut is a multi-time winner, who has won this contest for five consecutive years. His own personal record was for scarfing down 68 hot dogs in 10 minutes, a record he tried to beat today.
As the contest began, it became clear the competitors were not eating the hot dogs for enjoyment, they were just eating them for speed. Some participants stuck as many as they could in their mouth and jumped up and down to finish the dogs, while others dunked their hot dogs in water and swallowed the food whole.
Even with some tough competition, it became clear the Joey Chestnut was the dominant competitor this day, matching his personal best of 68 hot dogs. My brother and I sought out some leftover hot dogs, but were informed by a Nathan's employee that if we wanted some hot dogs, we would have to pay like everyone else. Four dollars later, I enjoyed a Nathan's hot dog. It took me about three minutes to eat it, but I think I can say I enjoyed the dog more than Chestnut did.
Coming back home today, wearing my Nathan's Coney Island shirt, I thought of several things. The size of the crowd, the characters who participated, the grossness of how many hot dogs were eaten by the competitors. But, most importantly, I kept thinking of how much fun the crowd had, and how everyone there was so happy to be celebrating Independence Day with one of America's favorite traditions. Happy July 4th everyone!


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Orzo, Feta, and Tomato Salad with Marjoram Vinaigrette
Servings: 8
- 1 pound orzo
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 6 teaspoons finely chopped fresh marjoram
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, quartered
- 24 ounces cherry tomatoes, stemmed, halved
PREPARATIONView Step-by-Step Directions
Cook orzo in pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Rinse under cold water until cool. Drain well. Transfer to large bowl.
Whisk lemon juice, 5 teaspoons marjoram, mustard, and lemon peel in small bowl. Whisk in olive oil. Set aside 2 tablespoons vinaigrette. Add remaining vinaigrette, cheese, onions, and olives to orzo; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and let stand 2 hours to allow flavors to develop. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate salad and remaining vinaigrette separately.)
Toss tomatoes with reserved vinaigrette. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix tomatoes into orzo. Sprinkle orzo with remaining 1 teaspoon marjoram and serve.
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Battle of the Coral Sea - Conflict & Dates:
The Battle of the Coral Sea was fought May 4-8, 1942, during World War II (1939-1945).
Fleets & Commanders:
- Rear Admiral Frank J. Fletcher
- Principal Units: 2 fleet carriers, 3 cruisers
JapaneseVice Admiral Takeo Takagi
- Vice Admiral Shigeyoshi Inoue
- Prinicpal Units: 2 fleet carriers, 1 light carrier, 4 cruisers
Battle of the Coral Sea - Background:
In the wake of their stunning victories in early 1942, the Japanese sought to extend their control by taking all of New Guinea and occupying the Solomon Islands. This would eliminate the last Allied base between Japan and Australia as well as would provide a security perimeter around Japan's recent conquests in the Dutch East Indies. It was also hoped that the operation would draw the US Navy's carriers into battle so that they could be destroyed. To accomplish these missions, three Japanese fleets sortied from Rabaul in April 1942.
While one moved towards Tulagi in the Solomons, another sailed south towards the main Allied base on New Guinea, Port Moresby. These invasion forces were screened by Vice Admiral Takeo Takagi's covering force centered around the carriers Shokaku and Zuikaku and the light carrier Shoho. Arriving at Tulagi on May 3, Japanese forces quickly occupied the island and set up a seaplane base. Alerted to Japanese intentions by radio intercepts, Admiral Chester Nimitz, Commander-in-Chief of the US Pacific Fleet, dispatched the carriers USS Yorktown and USS Lexington to the Coral Sea to protect Port Moresby.
Battle of the Coral Sea - Fighting Begins:
Led by Rear Admiral Frank J. Fletcher, Yorktown raced to the area and launched three strikes against Tulagi on May 4, 1942. Hitting the island hard, they badly damaged the seaplane base and eliminated its reconnaissance capabilities for the coming battle. In addition, Yorktown's aircraft sank a destroyer and five merchant ships. Steaming south, Yorktown joined Lexington later that day. Two days later, land-based B-17s from Australia spotted and attacked the Port Moresby invasion fleet. Bombing from high-altitude, they failed to score any hits.
Throughout the day both carrier groups searched for each other with no luck as cloudy skies limited visibility. With night setting in, Fletcher made the difficult decision to detach his main surface force of three cruisers and their escorts. Designated Task Force 44, under the command of Rear Admiral John Crace, Fletcher ordered them to block the probable course of the Port Moresby invasion fleet. Sailing without air cover, Crace's ships would be vulnerable to Japanese air strikes. The next day, both carrier groups resumed their searches.
Battle of the Coral Sea - Exchanging Blows:
While neither found the other's main body, they did locate secondary units. Japanese aircraft attacked and sank the destroyer USS Sims as well as crippled the oiler USS Neosho. American aircraft were luckier as they located Shoho. Attacking the Japanese carrier, they sank it with heavy losses. The sinking of Shoho led Lieutenant Commander Robert E. Dixon to radio the famous phrase, "scratch one flattop." On May 8, both fleets found each other and launched all of their aircraft. Arriving over Takagi's force, American aircraft hit Shokaku three times setting it on fire and putting it out of action.
Zuikaku, hidden in a squall, escaped any major damage. While the US pilots were having success, the Japanese were hitting Yorktown and Lexington. The former was hit by a bomb, while the latter was struck by both bombs and torpedoes. Damage crews raced to save Lexington and had contained most of the fires when a supply of aviation fuel exploded. With the crew unable to extinguish the flames, Lexington was abandoned and sunk to prevent capture. Blocked in their advance and with Crace's force in place, the overall Japanese commander, Vice Admiral Shigeyoshi Inoue, ordered the invasion force to return to port.
Battle of the Coral Sea - Aftermath:
A strategic victory, the Battle of the Coral Sea cost Fletcher the carrier Lexington, as well as the destroyer Sims and the oiler Neosho. Total killed for the Allied forces was 543. For the Japanese, the battle losses included Shoho, one destroyer, and 1,074 killed. In addition, Shokaku was badly damaged and Zuikaku's air group greatly reduced. As a result, both would miss the Battle of Midway in early June. While Yorktown was damaged, it was quickly repaired at Pearl Harbor and raced back to sea to aid defeating the Japanese.
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Speciality Restaurants IPO Coming soon
Speciality Restaurants is the leading restaurant chain in India. They are running 62 restaurants and 11 confectioneries in India with different brand names. They are trying for an IPO of Rs 200 Cr. They are
going to issue 1,17,39,415 equity shares of Rs 10 each. They have filed a draft red hearing prospectus
with the market regulator SEBI. The fund will be used to increase the number of restaurants to 100
within 2011. About 40% stake is going to dilute. The issue will be through 100% book building process.
Company established in 1991. The main brand names by the company are Mainland China, Oh Calcutta,
Sigree, Machaan, Sweet Bengal, Flame & Grill, and Kibbeh etc. Mainland china serves 2 lakhs Chinese
meal per day. The company is also plans to establish restaurants in Dubai, Sri Lanka, and London. Big
expansion plans are prepared by the management. It is the second IPO from food industry, after jubilant
foodworks. Jubilant gave excellent returns to investors.
The size of Indian food industry is US$ 200 Billion. It is expected that the Indian food industry will be
valued US$ 300 Billion by 2015. In spite of the recession in 2008, Indian food industry remained strong.
People allocate more money for food expenditure. More spending is expected in the beverage foods. The
organized sector is the (16 to 20) % of the total food industry and growing at an annual rate (20 to 25)
%. Indian food industry is considered as a potential one. Many foreign players are coming to the market.
Strong competition is expecting in the coming years
Anjal Chatterjee and Suchhanda Chatterjee are the promoters of the company. They hold 99.89% stake
in the company .The management is very experienced in the Indian restaurant industry and they can lead
company to higher levels. . Their revenues are mainly from Mainland China. They had started their first
restaurant in 1992 in the name of 'Only Fish'. Mainland China and Oh Calcutta are their core brands.
They won multiple awards in 2010. Their some restaurants are included in the list of finest restaurants
in Asia. 'Mainland China' is mainly focused on Chinese dishes. 'Oh Calcutta' is mainly focused in the
traditional eastern dishes. Sigree is for authentic Indian Cuisine. Flame & Grill is for kababs grilled in
the table. Kibbeh offers Lebanese Cuisine. They are planning to establish new brands attractive for the
different age groups. They have restaurants in the 17 cities in India and one in Dhaka. Two digit growth is
expected in the particular industry. Company can create good profit in the coming years. It is a very good
buying opportunity for long term investors.