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The Mansfield School District has committed to become a Coordinated School Health District. In order to earn this designation, the District will facilitate the coordination of multiple programs and providers with the goal of ensuring that our children are healthy and ready to learn. While we understand that the District cannot by itself address the health and social problems of our community, we hope to provide the critical link that will allow families, religious and community organizations, health care providers, educators and students to work together toward greater health.
The 8 Components of Coordinated School Health
1. Physical Education
2. Health Education
3. Health Services
4. Counseling, Psychological and Social Services
5. Healthy School Environment
6. Health Promotion for Faculty and Staff
7. Parent and Community Involvement
8. Nutrition and Food Services
Physical Education
Physical education is imperative to helping students develop and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle. Through programs like Fuel Up to Play 60, students are spending more time than ever in vigorous physical activity. At the Mansfield School District, all students in grades K-8 are scheduled for 60 minutes of physical activity every school day.
An after-school running club for students in grades K-6 has been developed through grant funding from the Road Runners Club of America. There are also a wide variety of athletic and extra curricular activities offered to help students get moving! Intramurals will soon be starting at the high school and middle school campuses.
The Mansfield School District has qualified and highly trained teachers who implement a planned sequence of physical education following the Arkansas Department of Education guidelines. Students learn games, physical fitness, team sports, individual sports, and basic movement skills. Through these activities, students develop cognitively, socially, mentally, physically and emotionally. Students become empowered with skills and activities that promote an active lifestyle.
For more information about specific curriculum, please click on the appropriate link:
Coach Howell, Mansfield Elementary
Coach Lem, Mansfield Middle School
Coach Dake, Mansfield High School
Coach Frye, Mansfield High School
Physical Education Resources and Links
Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks for grades K-8
Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks for grades 9-12
National Association for Sport and Physical Education
American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation
Health Education
Health Education is taught by trained and qualified teachers as a sequential curriculum at all grade levels. Students learn about physical, emotional, social and mental health through a variety of age-appropriate topics. The curriculum motivates students to maintain and improve their health and educates students about disease prevention and the reduction of health-related risk behaviors.
Health teachers at Mansfield invite engaging guest speakers from all demographics to engage the students in discussion and provide information about real life issues. The District also hosts an annual health fair to promote student and community health awareness.
For more information about specific curriculum, please select the appropriate link:
Health Education Links
Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks for grades K-8
Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks for grades 9-12
American Association for Health Education
Health Services
In recognition of the health care provider shortage that exists within our school district boundaries, the Mansfield School District has partnered with Mercy Clinic, Dr. Cody Friddle, Dr. Adam Schluterman and Vista Mental Health to open a school-based health center. This center is one of only a few such centers in the state of Arkansas. A federal grant was used to create this center, located on the elementary campus at the corner of Center and N Walnut Avenue. The 9100 square foot building is dedicated to providing for our students, staff and community.
Providers operate their own clinics in cooperation with the school. The center is open to the community. Students who are in need of services first consult with the school nurse. With parent permission, the student is taken to the clinic during the school day. This eliminates transportation barriers and the need for parents to take a day off from work. Students can receive well-child visits as well, increasing the number of children in our community who receive preventative care. The physical health of students has a direct impact on their academic performance. Preventative care is vital to ensuring that our students maintain good health and that community health is improved. For more information and enrollment forms, check the link for the Mansfield Wellness Center on our District homepage.
School-Based Health Links
Ms. Georgia Alexander, Elementary School Nurse
Ms. Nina Jones, Middle and High School Nurse
CDC Adoslescent and School Health Information
Information on Arkansas SBHC Initiatives
US Department of Health and Human Services SBHC Information
National Assembly on School Based Health Care
American Public Health Association Center for School, Health and Education
Counseling, Psychological and Social Services
Counseling, psychological and social services are provided by the District to improve the mental, emotional and social health of students and their families. Services include counseling classes at the elementary level, interventions, referrals, individual and group therapy. Services are provided both by licensed school counselors and through Valley Behavioral Health Services, our partner in mental health care.
With the opening of the Mansfield Wellness Center, Valley has an on-campus suite to better service students and their families. They have a discrete area to provide family and community mental health services. They will also continue to see students throughout the District.
Healthy School Environment
Students perform better academically when they are comfortable with the physical and aesthetic surroundings and the psychosocial climate and culture of the school. Every aspect of our physical environment from the paint on the walls to the cleanliness of the hallway, from the culture of respect to the temperature of the rooms impacts the way we function. At Mansfield School District, much care goes into the preparation and maintenance of the school. School administrators and staff work to make sure the students are physically and emotionally safe.
Information and Links related to Healthy School Environments
Mr. Mike Morrow, Mansfield School District Technology
Mr. Ronnie Black, Maintenance Supervisor
Mr. Joe Davis, Transportation Supervisor
Health Promotion for Faculty and Staff
The Mansfield School District recognizes the importance of providing opportunities for faculty and staff to monitor and improve their health status. These opportunities reduce the risk of developing disabling diseases and improve the overall quality of life of the individual. In the workplace, these opportunities have been shown to increase morale, build relationships and increase job satisfaction for employees. The pursuit of a healthy lifestyle leads to increased productivity, decreased absenteeism and reduced insurance costs for staff while providing positive role models for students.
The faculty wellness program is called Tiger Tracks. More information can be found under the Staff Wellness section of the homepage. During the 2013-2014 school year, the focus is on taking good care of yourself and setting challenging, yet attainable goals.
Links related to Faculty and Staff Wellness
Benefits of Health Promotion Programs
Parent and Community Involvement
It takes cooperation of schools, families, students and community partners in order to effectively influence the health and well-being of students. Through involvement on wellness committees, advisory committees, fundraising, and volunteerism, families and community partners help shape policies and procedures and contribute to school programs. We welcome input from students, families and other interested individuals and encourage you to contact administrators or parent involvement liaisons to let us know where you would like to serve.
The Mansfield School District continually seeks opportunities to partner with community groups and to give back to our community. The Mansfield Wellness Center will be open to the community and will increase health care opportunities in the surrounding areas. The District also provides opportunities for community groups and individuals to use other school facilities.
Parent and Community Involvement links
Ms. Melissa Lybyer, Parent Involvement Coordinator
Parent/Community School Survey
National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education
Nutrition and Food Services
During the school day, the Mansfield School District ensures that students have access to a variety of nutritious and appealing meals that meet new state mandates for school lunch programs. In addition to hot meals prepared and served at breakfast and lunch on all three campuses, each campus also participates in a Grab-n-Go breakfast program. Students who arrive late for school can go to the cafeteria and pick up a nutritious breakfast that they take with them as they go to class. This ensures that students do not miss breakfast because of tardiness. Students who participate in first hour athletics also often skip breakfast. These students will now be able to pick up breakfast between first and second hour at the high school or middle school. When students eat a healthy breakfast and lunch, they are better prepared to meet the physical and cognitive demands of their school day.
The District received grant funding to provide elementary students with fresh fruits and vegetables for snack. Students had the opportunity this year to participate in taste tests and nutrition contests all designed to educate students and promote healthy habits.


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ESCAMBIA COUNTY -- You have a chance to hear first hand stories from a man who survived the Holocaust.
Dr. Allan Hall is in Pensacola today, speaking to area students about his life.
When he was just four years old the Nazi's invaded Poland.
His family went into hiding, moving locations several times and hiding in closets and attics for two and a half years.
His parents and his brother survived but just about everyone else they knew were killed.
What I remember intensely, is the absolute fear that at any moment we were facing death, its not the possibility of death, its death itself...
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CARY — Angry Wake County parents and Democratic school board members blistered Superintendent Tony Tata on Tuesday, while blaming thousands of instances of late and missing buses on poor planning and the new choice-based student assignment plan.
Tata and several school board members apologized for the problems that began with the Aug. 27 startup of the traditional-calendar school year. Wake has put back 34 of the 52 buses that were taken off the road this school year, despite rising enrollment, to save money.
"We got off to a very poor start last week," said school board Chairman Kevin Hill, a Democrat. "The results were not up to Wake County's standards."
Wake started the school year with 881 buses, down from the 933 buses that ran the road last year. This resulted in the remaining buses running new and longer routes and holding more students than before. "I want the public to know that when I agreed to allow the staff to implement this new plan, I did it based on the assurances of the superintendent and staff," said board member Susan Evans, a Democrat. "It is clear to me that the staff did not use realistic estimates of route times or realistic estimates of riders."
Evans said this year's bus problems are the "largest operational failure" she's seen in her 32 years in Wake County.
In the first school board meeting since the bus problems started, several parents voiced their frustration Tuesday.
"Would this be acceptable for your child?" asked Alicia Motyka, a visibly angry parent from Apex whose son has dealt with late buses in the morning and long waits for pickup after school.
"That's over 45 minutes that are lost each day from homework, extra-curricular activities and, most of all, family time."
Don Haydon, who oversees transportation as Wake's chief facilities and operations officer, admitted that the transportation staff made mistakes.
Haydon said they had too aggressive a focus on efficiency. Wake tried to raise its rating under the state transportation efficiency formula, which rewards districts for using fewer buses to hold more students, to recoup $3 million in lost funding.
Haydon said they also underestimated the time that it would take to load students on buses and how long it would take drivers to run their routes.
In addition, the new choice plan caused problems. Families who more recently registered were given schools farther from where they live because the ones closer to their homes didn't have space. In the new choice plan, families are given a list of schools to choose from instead of being assigned to a specific one based on their address.
Board member Christine Kushner, a Democrat, said the problems with the bus service justified the June vote to tell staff to develop a new assignment plan for the 2013-14 school year that goes back to tying each address to a specific school. Staff will present the plan to the board on Sept. 18.
"Wake County is too big for countywide choice," Kushner said.
Board member Jim Martin, a Democrat, said the choice plan increased overall mileage by buses by 20 percent.
"How we can add 4,000 extra students, increase mileage by 20 percent and still think we can reduce 50 buses?" Martin said. "That's not math I understand."
Kushner and Martin also called for an independent transportation audit. Haydon said transportation staff has been meeting with an outside consultant to review the bus situation.
Republican board members called the many problems unacceptable but resisted suggestions that the choice plan was at fault.
Board member John Tedesco, a Republican, also defended Tata against the "potshots" made Tuesday.
"I resent the idea this is Mr. Tata's choice plan," Tedesco said. "This is our plan."
This week's transportation changes come just in time for the first full week of classes for kindergarten students, many of whom will be riding the bus for the first time.
To help run the extra buses, transportation staff who usually work as mechanics are temporarily being put behind the wheel until new drivers are hired.
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News: 50 Cent Hits NYC For "Blood On The Sand" Video Game Run [Video]
Wednesday, Apr 29, 2009 11:30AM
On the week 50 Cent rival Rick Ross celebrates his topping of the sales charts, the G-Unit leader will meet and greet fans in New York City to promote his latest video game Blood on the Sand.
The one-day event will allow video gamers to interact with Fif.
Video game retailer Play N Trade of Manhattan, located at 137 E. 13 Street, will be hosting the event which will feature Blood on the Sand playing on one of three demo station game consoles as well as customer meet and greet with 50 Cent. Taking place Thursday, April 30, fans will be able to meet 50 Cent from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (PR Newswire)
Play N Trade Executive VP of Marketing Roger Lloyd has expressed the company's desire to tag 50 for the event.
"50 Cent is well-known, not only as a rap music icon but also as a gamer," Lloyd said in a statement. "We are excited to have him here and can't wait for this exciting event." (Statement)
50 previously spoke on what additional features fans could expect from the video game.
"You've got hit music from the Curtis album which is my last album," Fif said in a past interview about the game. "That's music from Justin Timberlake, Robin Thicke, Mary J. Blige, me and Akon, me and Dr. Dre, me and Eminem. Hit music from the last five years, it's optional for them to play. There's 40 tracks on there and 19 of them are brand new that they can hear." (Computer & Video Games)
Released last February, the game features 50, Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo.
Play as 50 Cent, the world's biggest hip-hop star, in this fast-paced action shooter," the game's description reads. "You and the G-Unit will battle across two countries to collect your payday and exact your revenge on those who have crossed you." (50 Blood On The Sand)
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Domestic Violence Organization Reacts To Judge's Unusual Ruling
A Broward County judge ordered a Plantation man to perform an unusual release condition after he was arrested for domestic violence: take your wife out to dinner and bowling.
Focus on South Florida — "Raising the Stakes" to End Domestic Violence
A charity poker tournament on January 8th benefited Women in Distress and helped bring awareness about domestic violence.
Florida's First Lady Of Equality Honored
Florida's first lady of equality electrified a crowd of luminaries turning out to honor this feminist pioneer.
Focus On So. Florida: Women's History Month
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Friday, August 23, 2013
Check out these great photos of some of the famous acts who graced the floorboards of Festival Hall over the years.
Courtesy of the Courier Mail.
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Singer TQ Reveals Lil Wayne & Birdman Kissed All The Time, But It Wasn't 'Gay'6
"I never understood it," admitted TQ in an interview with KFYB of UGS Radio. "I asked for an explanation and they gave me an explanation and as a man as part of my clique had to respect the explanation."
Futures Leaves Lil Wayne's Tour0
Lil Wayne is excited to hit the road, even if there has been a little shake-up on his upcoming America's Most Wanted Tour.
Weezy was originally slated to tour with T.I., French Montana and Future, but now the Astronaut Kid is being replaced by 2 Chainz.
Lil Wayne Ex-Wife Toya Is Bad! [Pics]4
she looks better than all his other babymothers to me
Lil Wayne Dropped By Mountain Dew For Emmett Till Line7
NEW YORK (AP) — PepsiCo is cutting its ties with Lil Wayne after the rapper made a crude reference to civil rights martyr Emmett Till in a song.
Lil Wayne Suffers Another Seizure1
Lil Wayne has been hospitalized after suffering from another seizure, according to a TMZ report.
The 30-year-old rapper was taken to Cedars-Sinai hospital late Tuesday night in Los Angeles by his bodyguards, a source told the gossip site.
According to the report, Wayne suffered just one seizure, was treated and released early Wednesday morning.
Lil Wayne Says He Has Epilepsy0
Lil Wayne has kept quiet since his hospitalization in Los Angeles, California earlier this month. The New Orleans, Louisiana emcee opened up for the first time since this hospitalization in a conversation with DJ Felli Fel of Power 106 in Los Angeles.
TMZ Reports Lil Wayne Critical And Has Been Given His Last Rites!7
6:30 PM PT — Sources at the hospital tell us Wayne is still in critical condition in the ICU … but stablizing.
We're told the prognosis is uncertain.
Wayne is sleeping right now … which is odd, because he just tweeted saying he's OK and thanking people for the prayers and love.
5:16 PM PT — Wayne's mother is currently on a plane flying to Los Angeles — and we're told all major decisions about Wayne's health (including the decision to discontinue life support) will not be made until she arrives.
Lil Wayne is in ICU in critical condition after suffering yet another seizure, and we're told it doesn't look good … TMZ has learned.
We broke the story … the 30-year-old rapper was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Hospital in L.A. Tuesday night after suffering multiple seizures. He was released Wednesday but just hours later one of his bodyguards found him in his room, on the floor and unconscious.
Wayne was rushed to the hospital again, but this time he did not stabilize. He was taken to ICU, where he was placed in restraints because he was shaking uncontrollably.
We're told Wayne is currently "unstable," and has been placed in an induced coma. He is breathing through tubes.
We're told several people are at Wayne's bedside crying, and a number of rap artists and family members are on the way. Sources say the scene is violent as Wayne shakes uncontrollably.
Sources say there's evidence Wayne went on a Sizzurp binge after being released Wednesday, because doctors found high amounts of codeine in his system.
We're told Wayne's stomach was pumped 3 times to flush the drugs from his system.
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Lil Wayne was hospitalized this week in L.A. following what appeared to be multiple seizures … TMZ has learned.


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Hip-hop queen Nicki Minaj finds herself a king in the romantic video for "Right By My Side," the latest single off her sophomore album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. The Harajuku Barbie heats up the screen with Nas, who plays her boyfriend. Chris Brown also cozies up to Nicki in the Benny Boom-directed clip.
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Amparo Rivera nearly died of an asthma attack
last year.
Now she has two inhalers to control the
condition, one she uses every day for prevention. The other is a rescue inhaler,
in case of an asthma attack.
Doctor Clifford Bassett says that's
common practice in the U.S. but a new study in Europe, published in The Lancet,
finds that combining both medications in one inhaler may be a better solution.
Patients in the study used that
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For patients with moderate or severe
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CBS Sports Network presents a special all-access audio college basketball telecast on Wednesday, Jan. 8 (7:00 PM, ET) as Villanova visits Seton Hall in a BIG EAST match-up. The Network will air an enhanced audio experience with 30 microphones at court level providing viewers a courtside seat with unprecedented access and sound from the coaches, players, referees and basketball action.
Andrew Catalon and analyst Steve Lappas announce from the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., along with reporter Susannah Collins, who will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the unique production of the game.
CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, video and telco providers and via satellite on DirecTV Channel 221 and Dish Network Channel 158. For more information, including a full programming schedule and how to get CBS Sports Network, go to www.cbssportsnetwork.com.


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A chili, soup, pie and dessert cook-off was held at the recent Phelps Winter Carnival. Winners for chili included first, Crawford family; second, Linda Crass; third, Travis Buckmaster; soup, first, Jordy and Dave Franzen; second, Leslie Miles; pie, first, C.J. Crawford; second, Jane Sjostrom; third,Tere- sa Franzen; dessert, first, Kathy Schofield; second, Laura Weinand; third, Lisa Volkmann. Taking part in the winners presentation were, front row from left, event coordinator Lisa Volkmann, Jordy Franzen, Michael Franzen and C.J. Crawford; back row, Dave Franzen, Debbie Crawford and Kathy Schofield. —Photo By Sharon Gifford
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Could your practice's waiting area become obsolete?
Could a web-based "virtual queue management system" that allows patients to use their cell phones to hold their spot in line eventually replace waiting areas in physicians' practices? Alex Bäcker, PhD (no relation of mine), the founder and CEO of abInventio, which makes QLess, believes it could. (Bäcker's mission is actually far more ambitious: to wipe waiting lines off the face of the Earth.)
This type of system is different than those you might have encountered in some restaurants. There's no electronic device to distribute and no need to stay on the premises. Patients could check into a line by sending a text message or making a phone call. When their turn in line has come up, they would simply receive a text message or phone call.
It's probably too soon to begin thinking about remodeling your waiting area into another exam room – the idea has yet to take hold in health care. But it's worth thinking about. Imagine how a system like this one could help some practices compete with retail health clinics that enable patients to shop while they wait to be seen. Imagine being able to offer patients an alternative to rubbing elbows with sick patients in your potentially crowded waiting room – one that would allow them to use their waiting time more productively. Having recently experienced a lengthy wait at a doctor's office (not my family physician's), I must say that eliminating the "waiting problem," as Bäcker describes it, would give new meaning to patient-centered care and service.
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Top ringtones by Chromeo
- Chromeo - Fancy Footwork
- Chromeo - Jealous
- Chromeo - Needy Girl
- Chromeo - Come Alive (feat. Toro y Moi)
- Chromeo - Night By Night
- Chromeo - Over Your Shoulder
- Chromeo - Bonafied Lovin
- Chromeo - Jealous [The Chainsmokers Remix]
- Chromeo - Fancy Footwork (Crookers Remix)
- Chromeo - Night by Night (NEUS 'Dubstep' Remix)
New ringtones
- penguin cafe - RADIO BEMBA
- Arcangel Ft. De La Ghetto, Plan B, Daddy Yankee Y Nicky Jam - Tremenda Sata (Official Remix)
- Lucinda Williams - Essence
- Ariana Grande - One Last Time
- melissa steel - Kisses For Breakfast (feat. Popcaan)
- Rae Sremmurd - No Flex Zone
- Fuse ODG - Dangerous Love (feat. Sean Paul)
- Luke Sital-Singh - Bottled Up Tight
- MK - Always (feat. Alana)


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It's no secret that we're partial to Springfield's mom-and-pop operations. From on one end of the township to on the other, and , and others in between, Springfield has its share of independently owned lunch options.
But it's chains like that have consistent lines at lunchtime. Last week, we revisited Panera, with its fast moving lines, busy kitchen help and bustling dining room. Even in its parking lot, it was difficult to get a space close to the restaurant.
A sticker on the front door last year noted that Health magazine had named this Missouri-based chain one of America's healthiest restaurants.
This year, we see that that sticker has been replaced with one advertising Panera's sweet baked goods. Indeed, when you walk in, it's not the healthy fare that stares you in the face, but the bear claws, cinnamon rolls and M&M cookies under the glass--all of which look tempting. Behind all of those sweets are loaves of bread for sale, from tomato basil and asiago to whole grain.
The dining room is a comforting mix of earth tones. The walls are decorated with abstract art of bread as well as photos of amber waves of Midwestern grain. Most of the tables are full. Behind the counter, much of the food preparation is done in full view of the customer. Gloved hands assemble panini as if they're following a formula, pulling ingredients from marked bins and placing the finished sandwiches onto an Electrolux press, which puts dark grill lines into the bread.
In this space last year, we talked about the plusses and minuses of our favorite salad, the Cobb. The plusses: The romaine was crunchy, the bacon crisp and the dressing tangy. The minuses: The chicken had that seasoned-and-prepared-somewhere-else flavor that you often find in chain restaurants. The pieces of egg were tiny. And the bleu cheese was almost nonexistent.
This year, we tried one of the sandwiches, the Mediterranean veggie. Among the benefits of eating at a chain store is the ability to read about exactly what you're eating and how many calories it contains. The Mediterranean veggie sandwich – with feta, cilantro hummus, cucumber, lettuce, red onions, fresh tomatoes and piquant peppers on tomato basil bread – tops out at a modest 600 calories, more than half of which come from the bread.
In terms of taste, we liked the sharp creaminess of the feta, the zing of the onion and the fire of the jalapeno cilantro hummus. The bread – made a little soggy by the hummus -- was light and fluffy, leaving us no doubt this was baked fresh.
For a side, we chose the healthiest option, the apple. It was lacking in flavor, but that is to be expected at this time of year. We should know better not to eat out of season. At least it didn't have a mealy texture.
Comparing Panera to the independent shops we prefer, we do have to give Panera credit for having a diverse menu. If you're looking for an almond chicken salad sandwich and a Cuban chicken panini under the same roof, this is your place. It's not our favorite place in town, but scores of Springfielders seem to enjoy it every day.


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Is David Kahn a good GM? I think the jury is still out but I wanted to take an opportunity to evaluate him on what he has done and look ahead at some unresolved issues.
Bad - Kahn was considered a crony, re-tread hire with little success. This board was upset that a new up and coming stat guy along the lines of Pritchard and Presi wasn't hired. This is more on Glen Taylor than Kahn, but his reputation coming in was not positive.
Good - Kahn traded Foye and Miller for the 5th overall pick. I thought this was good on two fronts. First, it set a tone by getting rid of two starters that did not live up to their expectations and started the 'strip it down to the studs' process that we saw unfold. Second, the Wolves got Rubio. That was lucky, but even before the draft I thought this was great. I believed Griffen and Rubio were 1/2 - and that Harden, Tyreke, and Curry were real quality at 3/4/5. With Hasheem likely to go in the top 4, I thought the Wolves were in a great position to grab two of the 3/4/5 guys.
Good - According to Kahn, he did everything he could to move up and grab Tyreke Evans. I have to admit - he scared the hell out of me. I'm not sure I would have taken him at 6, but if true - Kahn saw a superstar where many others saw a question mark.
Good - Kahn took Rubio at 5. This was probably an easy decision at the time. Rubio was one of the two players in a 'two man draft'. It's hard to say whether or not the following drama was predicted at the time - but nonetheless, this was the right move.
Awful - Taking Flynn with the 6th pick. It was bad then, it is worse now. Applying hindsight it is clear that Flynn is not as good as 5 PG's taken after him - Curry, Jennings, Lawson, Collison and maybe Holiday. But even at the time this pick was terrible. 1) Curry was right there! How do you pass up on a shooter with good PG size? He and Rubio would have made much more sense as a backcourt on offense and defense. This was an OBVIOUS pick, except 2) Flynn's biggest basketball skill was his interview, and Kahn was seduced. "oh, but he's a leader!" Yeah, but his game is ... ordinary. 3) We know 5 PG's are better now. But even then I had him behind Curry, Lawson and Jennings. My fear - this pick does as much damage as the Ray Allen for Steph Marbury trade. Awful.
Bad - Kahn traded the 18th pick - Ty Lawson - for the protected Charlotte pick. I had Lawson in my top 10. Others did too, and time has shown this judgment to be largely correct. My view at the time is that Kahn traded a top-10 talent for a top 12 protected pick next year - or top-10 protected the year after... I asked myself - 'Why are the Wolves delaying gratification for a pick that may not come, may come later in the draft than 18, and may not provide a top-10 talent?" Now full judgment can't be passed until the Charlotte picked is used or traded - and I'll address that later, but this was a dumb move.
Bad - Kahn selling 2nd round pick Nick Calathes. It seems to me that 2nd round picks are an excellent way to cheaply fill out roster spots 11-15, or stash Euros for further evaluation. Calathes could have been either.
Good - Kahn signing Ramon Sessions. Yes, there are a ton of PG's on this team but Sessions was a good deal and should bring back a useful asset or be a super-sub PG.
Good/Bad -Kahn signing Ryan Hollins. At the time I thought it was a good move, but the guy really stinks and is being paid for 2 more seasons. It was the right idea, but wrong player. I'm very forgiving of this move.
Good - Kahn trading Smith, Telfair, et al. This continued the 'strip it down to the studs' movement which I believe was critical to change the culture and start over. The acquisition of larger expiring contracts such as Blount's were potentially more useful near the trade deadline.
Good - Kahn telling Blount to stay away. Set the tone - we won't tolerate lazy head cases.
Good - Kahn hiring Rambis. I liked the move at the time. Good pedigree, coming from Phil Jackson's school of coaching, ran the defense, seemed like a good pick. Maybe if he'd been hired before the draft, the triangle would have demanded taking Curry.... and as time goes by Rambis is doing some questionable things, but we'll address those later. At the time, this was a good move.
Good - Kahn trading for Darko. Not a major move, but a nice one. The team gets a look at a real center and they can butter up the Euros.
Bad - Kahn made no other deadline moves. This was very frustrating. Surely he could have plucked another lottery pick or SOMEthing.
Open questions
How will Kahn resolve the Jefferson/Love death match? He inherited this mess, true. But he does need to resolve it. He is clearly trying to get max value for Jefferson, but the guy has to go. Clearly Love hates playing behind him or with him. So long as this is Al's team, we are doomed as fans.
Is Rambis the right coach? Does the triangle make sense for a PG talent heavy team (depends on future personnel)? Can he teach defense(not without a shot blocker)? Can he keep the players motivated and pursuing their proper roles(so far so good)? Can the man put together a rotation that makes any sense(uhhhh, no)? Can Rambis develop young talent (signs point to yes)? Clearly more time is needed before judging Rambis, but he has lost esteem since his hiring.
-Gomes - stay or go? I vote for cap space!
-3 first round draft picks - who does Kahn take or how does he use these to get significant players.
-Use of cap space - same deal. This off season is critical for Kahn. If he screws it up he should be fired after next season. If he gets it right the Wolves could have a wonderful 20-teens.
-Henk and Pekovic - What will Kahn do with the Euros? Will he get good or any value out of them?


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Have You Met Rutgers-Newark?
Farrokh Langdana
For Dr. Farrokh Langdana, when it comes to teaching finance and economics, particularly macroeconomics, it's not just business - it's also personal. Affectionately known as the "Macro Giant," Langdana's warm, approachable and friendly demeanor garner high marks from his students and critical acclaim and recognition from his colleagues. He is the recipient of the Horace dePodwin Research Award as well as over 20 teaching awards, including the Rutgers Warren I. Susman Award and Rutgers Business School's Paul Nadler Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Langdana joined Rutgers-Newark's faculty in 1997 and currently teaches various courses in the university's highly ranked executive MBA program, of which he is the director. He also teaches extensively in France, China, and Singapore and has taught in Iceland, too.
The author of many publications on macroeconomics, his most recent book in the area is Macroeconomic Policy: Demystifying Monetary and Fiscal Policy (Springer, 2002). Macroeconomic Policy, described as a user-friendly dissertation on the driving forces behind macroeconomic policy, continually receives praise for its appropriateness for readers of all types.
Langdana received his doctoral degree from Virginia Polytechnic and State University and his bachelor's degree from the Indian Institute of Technology in Kanpur, India.
Quick Facts
Campus Overview
Founded: 1908
Joined Rutgers: 1946
Campus Size: 38 acres, 33 buildings
Chancellor: Nancy Cantor
Provost: Todd Clear
Undergraduate Majors: 40+
Graduate Programs: 50+ (JD, MA, MBA, MFA, MPA, MS, Ph.D.)
Athletics: 14 NCAA Division III women and men's teams
Libraries: 4
Enrollment (fall 2013)
Total: 11,987
Undergraduates: 7,756
Graduates: 4,231
Full-time Faculty: 585
Faculty with Terminal Degrees: 99%
Full-time Staff: 770
Male/Female Ratio: 50:50
Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1
Nations Represented: 100+
On-campus Residents: 1,280
Carnegie Classification
Basic Type: Research Universities (high research activity)
Special Classification: Community Engagement
- Sep. 10: Intro to Entrepreneurship Q&A
- Sep. 22: Homecoming Week
- Sep. 22: Scarlet Spirit Day


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5 Gift Giving Rules All White People Abide by.
Sometimes you make a significant wave in a person's life. In such cases people may chose, through the goodness of their heart, to buy, make or do something for you with no expectation of repayment or reward. This is called a gift.
Gift /gift/ n
1: A thing given willingly to someone without payment; a present: "a gift shop".
2: Something voluntarily transferred by one person to another without compensation
By this definition it can be demonstrated that white people seldom exchange gifts in the true sense of the word. Their gift giving practices are often more of a mutual exchange of items or favors. This is because white people are skeptical about anything giving to them for free and have the idea that receiving "freebies" is a sign of laziness akin to the poorer, welfare receiving class of peoples (Blacks, Latinos, Poor White People etc). Make no mistake, if you violate these rules white people will speak passive aggressively but maliciously behind your back.
Anyway...here are the major rules of gift giving and receiving.
1. You may not accept a gift without offering a gift of equal value in return.
2. If a gift is accepted it should be accepted reluctantly.
If a gift is exchanged and the gift receiver does not immediately have the ability to offer a gift in return they may accept the gift but with a demeanor that suggests that the gift giver forced the gift upon them and they had no choice but to accept it. This is to show that they don't feel entitled the gift. The gift receiver must endeavor to repay this gift back as soon as possible.
John: Hey man, I got you this CD
Chris: Oh man really you didn't have to!
John: No man it's totally cool.
Chris: I can't accept this...
(Reluctance requirement fulfilled)
John: It's no problem man.
Chris: Ehhhh ok ok, if you insist....I'll take it. Thanks man. Next time I'm out in Cancun I'll get you one of those Sombreros you have always wanted.
3. A gift may be accepted if the item was otherwise useless or was destined to be disposed of by the gift giver.
A gift maybe accepted with no exchange required if the gift giver adequately proves that the item was of no use to them and would otherwise have been disposed of. This mean the item is less of a gift and more a change of ownership to prevent waste.
John: Hey man, you can have this TV
Chris: Oh man really you didn't have to!
John: No man it's totally cool. I am moving out and I was basically just going to throw it out anyway
Chris: Man that would be such a waste! I'll come pick it up tomorrow.
4. You must bring a gift in return for invitation to a social gathering.
In the case of a gift pertaining to food e.g. a dinner, the person to which the dinner was offered must bring an item of food or drink to alleviate guilt and make sure there is a two way exchange. If you go to a dinner bring a salad and if you go to a party you must bring an offering of beverages of snacks. Black people and foreigners may receive an exemption as the culture variance acts as a gift in and of itself and someday the white person can claim they not racist on the grounds that they even have black people at their parties.
5. Left over gifts brought to social gathering must be offered back to the gift giver at the conclusion of the gathering.
Take wine as and example (famous wine labels):
Gen: Hey we didn't drink your bottle of wine. Please take it back.
Megan: No it's totally cool. I brought it for you.
Gen: No, I got tons of wine anyway so you might as well take it.
(Reluctance requirement fulfilled)
Megan: Actually keep it; we'll drink it next time I come over


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Speaker Schedule
|Presentation Title:
|September 17
|"Crime Matters": The Criminological Imagination and Public Criminology
|Christopher McCormick
|September 24
|A View From The Trenches: Perceptions and Responses To Antisocial Behaviour and Youth Crime
|Jennifer Schulenberg
|October 1
|Trying to Make Sense of Homegrown Terrorist Radicalization
|Lorne Dawson
|October 8
|Social Context and Inequality: When Prisons are the Response to Poverty, Racism, Violence and Mental Health
|Kim Pate
|October 15
|Through The Glass: One Woman's Pursuit of Justice, Healing and Forgiveness
|Shannon Moroney
|October 22
|Kids Gone Wild: Worrying about Sex Bracelets, Rainbow Parties, and Sexting
|Joel Best
|October 29
|The Role of Gladue in the Court System
|Justice Gethin Edward, Robert Kindon, Sarah Dover and Lisa VanEvery
|November 5
What is Justice?
Justin Piché
|November 12
The Future of Policing in Canada: Challenges and Possibilities
|Tullio Capputo
|November 19
Social Regulation of Drugs: The New 'Normal'?
|Patricia Erickson
|November 26
|Children and Youth in Canada: A Human Rights Discussion
Bernard Schissel


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Rosenhaus in the Doghouse?
Santana Moss, Clinton Portis, Jabar Gaffney, and Devin Thomas are 4 players that are/were clients of both Drew Rosenhaus and Pro Sports Financial. Pro Sports Financial is a company ran by Rosenhaus associate Jeff Rubin. The alleged close friend of the agent persuaded players to invest in a bingo casino which was raided and ultimately shutdown. 18 players may have lost as much as 43.6 million dollars due to the failed business venture. No word on whether any of the players I named are part of the 18 that lost money. Follow the link to the Jason Cole/Rand Getlin article for the full story at Yahoo Sports.


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Photo Guides to Identify Insects
Photographs and pictures can be useful when you are trying to identify an insect. These online guides are worth a look if you have an insect mystery to solve.
Butterfly Photo Guidebook -- from Butterfly World
If you want to identify a tropical butterfly, you'll find a few dozen beautiful photos at this site for comparison. The only information provided is the photo and the name, so you'll need another guide to get more details.


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After a year of being a stay-at-home mom, I started a new part-time (quarter-time?) job this past week at a health club! I had seemingly outrageous criteria, and they were able to meet it all. It's only about 10 hours per week, but I am loving this sweet taste of adult conversation again! And, of course, being surrounded by healthy-minded...more
Quinoa is a fantastic canvas for almost everything in your spice cabinet and produce haul. I have a lot of fun throwing in a variety of ingredients on a whim and tonight was no different. I've had this can of Trader Joe's organic pumpkin taking up precious cabinet space for months and I finally was inspired to use it. Definitely...more
Good morning! The secret to an invigorating bowl of sunshine is lemon zest! Plain Greek yogurt, banana, strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and chia seeds. Something about the lemon just multiplies the freshness. Have a kickass Thursday!!...more
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I am so excited to announce that I am officially a nationally certified group fitness instructor through the American Council on Exercise! I have been studying for the past 3.5 months and I just passed the board exam this afternoon. By adding this certification to my existing massage therapy license, I am intentionally adding more tools to my box of...more
My parents have officially moved 1,000 miles away—to say I am heart-broken would be an understatement. The drawn out anticipation leading up to this move and then the actual move itself has left me so drained. I've been desperately trying to stay centered and grounded, and ironically, last week I received a free 6-month subscription to MyYogaWorks.com in exchange for an honest review...more
Amazing: Peanut butter banana "sandwiches" Life Changing: Frozen peanut butter banana sandwiches! Easy, refreshing treat on hot summer days. Kid-approved for taste, and mommy-approved for no sugar, no dyes, no high fructose corn syrup, and no chemicals that are the main ingredients of store-bought popsicles. Cut banana length-wise and then into thirds. Coat inside with nut butter (make sure it's...more
It's so easy to get scale obsessed and calorie counting obsessed. I can fall into that vicious pattern too and even have gone through periods in the past where I've put my scale in a closet for several months. It's the main reason why I can't do programs like Weight Watchers where your weekly weight loss—not your healthy choices—is the...more
I'm very excited to announce that I am now an I'm Fit Possible Ambassador! This just means I will have more access to, and inspiration from, others in the health and fitness community, as well as more opportunities and content for my blog! Taken from Imfitpossible.com, the philosophy is: We are a fast growing group of fitness and wellness enthusiasts that are...more
I wasn't going to bother posting overnight oats on my blog since I figured so many others have before me, and it's by no means my own recipe or creation. However, when I posted a photo of it on my Instagram last week, I received so many great questions and comments about this tasty breakfast, I realized many haven't heard about it,...more
The results for the $25 GIANT gift card giveaway are in! On behalf of GIANT food stores, Produce For Kids, and Below the Fork, thank you so much to everyone who participated. A huge congratulations go to Shelly S.! I'll be mailing the gift card to her this week and cannot wait to see what yummy produce she purchases with it. Today...more
I just made THE most delicious dinner I have arguably ever made. I went so rogue on the original recipe that I've struggled to come up with a name for it, but my husband recommended "Mishmash Kickass" or more specifically, "Awesome. Just Call It Awesome." I have decided to go with the elusive "Brinner Bowl" because it's too hard to narrow it...more
Maybe it's because I just drove up to New Hampshire and back this past weekend, but I feel so inspired recently to make it my personal mission to prove the fastest food is healthy food. It won't be elaborate recipes obviously, but I guarantee it will be more satisfying than the crap they sell at the drive-thru or convenience store....more
Awesome day over here at Below the Fork. It's my 100th blog post—whoo hoo! And what better way to celebrate my 100th blog post than a $25 gift card giveaway to GIANT Food Stores?! This awesome giveaway is sponsored by GIANT through their partnership with Produce for Kids for the 12th annual Get Healthy, Give Hope campaign. At the frontline of battling childhood obesity with education...more
Since I'm often asked what I mean when I say "eat clean," I put together this handy list. Note: this is what I, Meridith (non-RD), personally mean. 85% of the time, this is what I eat. So many delicious natural foods out there that work in so many yummy combinations, what's not to love and crave!? The short explanation of...more
Anyone else the parent of a super picky child? It's frustrating for parents and children, and the amount of food that's wasted on a daily basis is embarrassing. If you've ever wondered if a child can subsist on Goldfish crackers alone, the answer is yes. There's many a day that we're left wondering how we could have possibly created such...more
1. Bring an appetizer to share of cut up veggies and homemade dip. Healthy, simple dip ideas include mixing EVOO and apple cider vinegar (very hot weather friendly); or using plain Greek yogurt as a base with various herbs and garlic. This will ensure you're filling up on the healthy stuff and will help you better navigate the main spread...more
I've been fiddling around with protein pancakes for well over a year now. I've successfully made my Grainless Banana Pancakes but I've grown tired of their flavor, as well as their stickiness. Most people recommend using protein powder as an added "flour" but we only ever keep chocolate protein powder in the house, and it's not very often I want chocolate pancakes! I (finally)...more
This recipe is part of my Produce For Kids series to support the Get Healthy, Give Hope campaign (learn more here), this recipe primarily features a healthy vegetable dressed up in a way your kids won't be able to refuse. Pizza, particularly from Manco & Manco's (previously Mack & Manco's) down the Jersey shore, is probably the number one food I miss...more
I posted this on my Instagram and Facebook pages but I feel so passionate about this message, I'm posting on here too! Trust the simple formula: eating clean + working out = healthy you. I'm not sure what's going on but I'm seeing a craze of quick fixes & marketing BS littering my timelines. I get that summer is coming...more


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Hi, I'm a 21 year old female climber from California. I'm going to travel to Barcelona to study on the 9th of January until the end of June/July. I'm itching to get as much climbing as humanly possible done while I'm there and am looking for a partner to go climb both inside and outside with. I can't pack up a lot of gear but I do have enough experience to lead sport climbs outside (up to 6b, depending on the route type etc.) and follow on some trad routes. I'm super outgoing and relaxed when it comes to climbing, I just love getting out there and trying hard things! I'm also looking for any advice at all when it comes to climbing in Catalunya and around Spain- what are some must do routes/must see areas for a moderate sport climber like myself? Thanks for any response! Hola! Soy una escaladora de California y tengo 21 ańos. Voy a viajar a Barcelona en el 9 de enero para estudiar biología y espańol para seis meses... y también para escalar!! Estoy buscando una pareja para escalar en los rocódromos y también afuera...o, sólo estoy buscando consejos en donde debo escalar en los rocodromos y, más importante, en las escuelas. Me gusta más escalada deportivo y mi nivel es 6a-6c, (Depende del tipo de ruta).. pero no sé exactamente por que estoy convertido entre el sistema de los EEUU a lo que se usa en espańa. Tengo suficiente experiencia para escalar de primero afuera y también para ir segunda en vías clásicas.
Hey there! I am a 23 year old female and am also going to Europe this summer to study. I will be in Italy/France for 3 weeks until June 9, and then I would like to do some climbing! I am thinking either southern France (the birthplace of sport climbing) or somewhere in Spain. I can lead sport up to 10d, and am just learning trad, so up to about 5.8. Let me know if you think this sounds like a match!
i also study in europe - in Krakow actually, so i'm quite jealous of the wealth of climbing you have around you!!! Siurana is the most well-known place in Catalunya for sure. I am sure that, with the climbing culture in spain, half of your classmates are climbers! (okay not that many, but it should be easy to find a partner!) i may be visiting siurana myself during Easter holiday with some good friends who are coming from different parts of europe, and our abilities vary from 6a to 8b, so if you want to join, it's no problem having a partner to work a route of any level with you. you can send me a pm and i will email you back if our plan works out. UKC's article on siurana - good information. www.ukclimbing.com/articles/page.php?id=3709


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An anime by Studio BONES, airing as part of the Fall 2011 lineup. Un-Go tells the story of two people, Shinjuro Yuki and Inga, working together to solve mysteries in the near future. The story is based on the works of Ango Sakaguchi (Aoi Bungaku Series' "In the Forest, Under Cherries in Full Bloom"), a post-World War II Japanese novel and essayist. It is directed by Seiji Mizushima, with character designs by pako (sic) and Yun Kouga, featuring a script by Shou Aikawa.Rinroku Kaishou, head of the Kaishou media empire, uses information gleaned from his vast network of technology and contacts to solve crimes all across Japan, making himself a hero in the eyes of the Japanese people. On the surface, an old-fashioned detective named Shinjuro Yuki and his odd assistant Inga always show up at the wrong time and reach the wrong conclusion, earning Yuuki the nickname of "The Defeated Detective" and usually public mockery.However, the truth is a little more subtle: Yuuki and Inga are called in to solve cases that Rinroku finds too delicate to handle on his own. Upon learning about the truth of the case, Rinroku decides to spin them to comfort a nation still reeling from the shock of multiple terrorist attacks and a major war. Though Yuuki is mocked in public, in private he's "The Last Great Detective."Has a Prequel named Episode 00: Inga-ron.Compare to Majin Tantei Nougami NeuroUn-Go is streaming in various languages on Crunchyroll and Hulu.
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Much hay was made, here and elsewhere, on Hollinger's piece on whether or not isolation offenses, such as run by the Hawks and the Trail Blazers, are good in the playoffs. Hollinger's thesis is no--they're too easy to prepare for in the playoff context, when a team's coaching staff can tailor its defensive schemes to the opponent. As evidence, he points to the difficulties the Blazers have had this year and last, and the Hawks have had over the years (despite defeating the Bucks in the first round this year).
Others have criticized Hollinger's analysis, mainly on the grounds of insufficient data--noting that last years' Blazers lacked playoff experience, and this years' edition was devastated by injuries. Whether Hollinger is right or not, I don't know.
The subject has brought many opinions to the table--and quite a few Nate critics have embraced the topic (the comments at Dwight's blog are a chorus of "Fire Nate"). But it's an interesting question. One of my beliefs about NBA coaching is that a coach should select a system (on offense and defense) which is tailored to his players. With that in mind, considering the players we have, the question is proposed:
What offense should the Blazers run?
I don't want this thread to turned into a referendum on McMillan--or on past personnel decisions for that matter.
More after the jump.
A couple possibilities come to mind:
* Dwight, whatever you think of his basketball knowledge, seems enamored with the "flex" system that Utah runs, which involves a lot of pick-and-rolls and a lot of motion. The Jazz have good success with it, and it's difficult to defend. Alvin Gentry seems to be using some similar ideas in Phoenix--and both teams (ignoring injuries) have got an all-world PG who is a deadly outside shot, and big men who are scoring threats when they set picks--either by driving to the hole for a layup (Boozer, Stoudemire) or by shooting from outside (Okur, Frye). Surrounding these pieces are complementary players who excel off the ball.
* The triangle is another offense which seems designed to maximize the talents of a quadruple-threat shooting guard (or a larger, slower PG, I suppose). PJ has won ten titles with it, with either Kobe or MJ running the show--and while Brandon is not in this elite company (not yet, at least), he probably has the requisite skills to be effective in this offense--and he has more discipline than Kobe does. At this point, the team doesn't have a second All-Star talent, either along the perimeter (Pippen) or in the middle (Shaq, Caveman)--but if Oden can stay healthy and Batum continues to blassum, then watch out.
Other thoughts? Or is the big issue not the system, but the quality of the players running it? (Many teams have tried the Triangle and failed; but most of those teams don't have a Kobe or an MJ at their disposal).


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Marc Steffen Rapp and Bernhard Schwetzler
Asset Prices in the Presence of a Tax Authority
Marc Steffen Rapp and Bernhard Schwetzler
"Asset Prices in the Presence of a Tax Authority",
German Working Papers in Law and Economics:
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Article 33.
This paper examines the equilibrium effect of a shift in the capital income tax rate upon state prices, risk-neutral probabilities, and corresponding security prices in a single-period binomial model economy with an exogenous risk-free rate. The policy design under consideration consists of a simple linear tax code that applies the economic rent as a tax base. It is shown that if tax proceeds are transferred to outsiders, a shift in the tax rate affects state prices, risk-neutral probabilities as well as equilibrium security prices. Thereby, the effect for the equilibrium price of a security is sensitive with respect to the correlation between its own payoff and the payoff of the market portfolio. If in contrast tax proceeds are redistributed within the cohort of market participants, risk-neutral probabilities, and security prices are unaffected by a change in the tax rate, although state prices are sensitive with respect to the tax rate.


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We love him...we hate his injuries. However, thanks to A-Roid getting a cyst (which I am sure has no relation to his steroid use...chortle laugh), the Spankees need a 3rd basemen and quick. Buster Olney in his infinite wisdom tossed out three names: Garret Atkins, Andy Marte, and Eric Chavez.
So, putting it out to you fellow A's fans, what would it take to give up Chavy?
I would love to get Swisher back for RF and try to get Hughes for our current rotation and give up Chavy and Mazzaro. It is obvious that Hughes has been coveted in the past, but I think those days are gone. Plus desperation makes clubs (especially the Yankees) do strange things. You help the rotation, add Swisher to shore up a solid OF, and then wonder who in the hell you can trade for to get a 3rd basemen. The Yankees might try to give Nady instead of Swisher, but neither the Indians or the Rockies would want Nady so it is not like they can deal him to another club instead. The Yankees would also get Mazzaro who is more of a prosepct than Hughes, but can help them in a year when they really need it.


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Arian Foster was already expected to miss the rest of the season due to a back injury, but the Texans made it official on Tuesday by placing the 28-year-old running back on injured reserve.
Foster landed on injured reserve due to a recent back injury, but he's been plagued by injuries all season. He missed part of training camp because of a similar back injury, but returned in time for the start of the regular season. Foster also played through a hamstring injury. He returned from the hamstring injury in Week 9, only to suffer the most recent back injury on the first play of the game.
He is expected to undergo back surgery to repair the disk issue, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Back injuries can be problematic, but Foster will have more than seven months to recover before training camp begins next summer. There could also be a silver lining in Foster missing the rest of the season, especially with the Texans out of playoff contention. Foster racked up a significant workload during the last three seasons. Some speculated the sheer number of carries would catch up with him, but with Foster now out for the rest of the season, he will avoid another 200 attempts in a lost season.
With Foster out, Ben Tate will slide into the starting role. Tate is battling a rib injury of his own, but has plenty on the line. He will be a free agent after this season and could use the final seven games as an audition for other teams. If he plays well, Tate could be one of the top running backs on the market and land a considerable deal in free agency.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers addressed another pressing need in the NFL draft, selecting Washington tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins in the second round on Friday night.
Coach Lovie Smith is intent on retooling the offense, trying to surround offseason acquisition and projected new starting quarterback Josh McCown with playmakers capable of jumpstarting the league's lowest-ranked attack.
The Bucs finished 30th in scoring and last in passing and total offense in 2013.
They began the draft by selecting Texas A&M receiver Mike Evans instead of his much higher-profile college teammate, Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel, in the first round.
Seferian-Jenkins was the sixth player selected in the second round, No. 38 overall.
The 6-foot-5, 262-pound tight end had 36 receptions for 450 yards and 8 touchdowns last season.
"I'm going to bring explosiveness. I'm going to bring playmaking ability. I'm going to bring blocking. I'm going to bring an all-around tight who can play on all three downs, and a guy who's going to work hard, chase Super bowls and try to win as many games as possible," Seferian Jenkins said.
A two-sport athlete at Washington, where he also played on the basketball team for a portion of his college career, Seferian-Jenkins is the second tight end the Bucs have brought in since last season. The team also added veteran Brandon Myers in free agency.
Meanwhile, Evans flew to Tampa from New York for an introductory news conference.
The more Smith studied Manziel for consideration as the franchise's quarterback of the future, the more the coach became sold on Evans being able to help the team's struggling offense now.
The 6-5, 231-pound Evans was Manziel's favorite target the past two seasons.
Smith and general manager Jason Licht watched lots of film of the Aggies quarterback in the weeks leading up to the draft. It was difficult to ignore the guy catching many of Manziel's passes.
"How could you not notice him? He played with the Heisman Trophy winner. You see him and ask yourself: `Who is this big guy who continues to catch touchdowns and make big plays against top competition each week. ... It was an easy decision for us," Smith said.
Pairing Evans with veteran Vincent Jackson, who's about the same size at 6-5, 230, provides McCown a tandem of big, strong receivers similar to the combination of Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery that helped Tampa Bay's new quarterback post the best numbers of his career in Chicago last season.
"We have our twin towers now," Licht said, adding that in addition to being "incredibly strong" Evans has deceptive speed and "catches about everything thrown to him."
Evans had 151 receptions for 2,499 yards and 17 touchdowns in 26 career games at Texas A&M, even more impressive when one considers he didn't begin playing football until four years ago, when he was a senior in high school. Before that, he was a basketball standout with dreams of playing in both the NBA and the NFL.
As a redshirt freshman in 2012, he had 82 catches for 1,105 yards and five TDs. Last season, the 20-year-old averaging 20.2 yards per catch, finishing with 69 receptions for 1,394 yards and 12 TDs.
Evans is looking forward to playing with Jackson, who's averaged 17.4 yards per catch and scored 52 touchdowns in a nine-year career with San Diego and Tampa Bay.
Jackson is a three-time Pro Bowl selection who's had five 1,000-yard seasons, including the past two with the Bucs.
"I feel my style of play fits well here. ... All my hard work is paying off. I'm living out my dream," Evans said Friday, adding that he doesn't anticipate a difficult transition going from catching passes thrown by Manziel and getting comfortable working with McCown and Tampa Bay's other quarterbacks.
That doesn't mean he won't miss his old teammate.
"He made me better, I made him better," Evans added of playing with Manziel. "We had a great relationship. He's one of my best friends. It was great playing with him."
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35 Of The Best 3D Flash Websites Ever
Beauty will save the world! And digital world will be saved by attractive and magnetic 3D Flash websites which are almost brilliant works of art. This kind of sites quickly draws audience's attention as it provides rich visual experience. So today we would like to touch the subject of 3D Flash Websites – the most interactive and creative web projects for those who do care about the impression they make.
Developers consider Flash to be a platform with a wide range of opportunities in a website building and presentation, but at the same time it is a rather complex tool which requires certain coding knowledge and skills. Moreover, often Flash sites have essential downsides in comparison with static ones: slow loading and inability of search engines to crawl website pages are mostly called weak points of Flash. But we are sure that Flash is the ultimate solution for creating interactive websites which will blow visitor's minds. And 3D Flash websites are especially alluring thanks to their fascinating three-dimensional effects. It's a kind of virtual reality where you are a welcome visitor.
3D Flash websites listed below will make you sit with eyes wide open, even if you are a Flash antagonist. And if you are a true fan of Flash technology then you will definitely be impressed with the interactive beauty displayed on your screen. Just check these 3D Flash websites out!
This is a guest post by Ann Davlin, She is a copywriter and blogger working at MotoCMS – a company which allows you to easily create Flash website. Ann is a great fan of social media and web development trends (especially Flash), so you can always follow her on Twitter (@SmilingAnny).
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This are really great! These are all so amazing, but I think Sensisoft is my favorite. It is kind of addicting clicking on all the animated stuff.
nice review ,and awesome article thanks for the post, I found this blog just yet but I am adding you to my bookmarks
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Today's Kansas City Chiefs News!
Part one in the zone blocking write up for your Arizona Cardinals
Breaking down the 90 players on the 49ers offseason roster in 90 posts (over 90 or so days). Today we focus on Daniel Kilgore.
The 49ers brought back an old friend in guard Adam Snyder. What does this mean for roster competition?
We take a quick look at the height, weight and arm length of the offensive linemen at the 2013 NFL Combine.
We take a look at a recent motivational tactic by 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh, as he attempts to keep the team loose for Sunday's NFC Championship Game.
The Salary Cap is a convoluted concept written behind lead doors with password and secret handshake admittance requirements. We shed light on the darkness and explain the mystery away.
We take a look at various draft prospects in the 2013 Fiesta Bowl, featuring Oregon and Kansas State.
We break down some of Jim Harbaugh's comments related to the 49ers QB situation heading into Week 12 against the New Orleans Saints.
We take a look at some video Vernon Davis shot of the 49ers new outdoor workout facility.
We break down the 49ers Tuesday injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Seahawks
San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Joe Staley is awaiting medical clearance to play against the Seattle Seahawks this weekend.
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As has been the case for much of his career, Warner does a great job of reading defenses, making quick decisions, and spreading the ball around to his bevvy of weapons. If there has been one knock on him throughout his career, though, it is hanging onto the football too long at times. He can also be forced into bad decisions under consistent pressure (name a quarterback who isn't, right?) but when he is on he is almost unstoppable given the weapons at his disposal.
In 2009, Warner threw for 3,753 yards and 26 touchdowns while posting a passer rating of 93.2.


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Not now..!!
Will be waiting for Beta 5, due to camera preview problem.
BTW I guess data works on CM9 right..??
Also looking forward to the MIUI..!! Hope it also gets fixed soon..!!
BTW was following XDA continuously from morning...!! Many things got fixed at once..!! Funny SIM on CM7 Nightly's, Camera on CM9 etc..!!


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'Forgotten' by Google? Forget it...
Those hoping to delete 'unfair' online references to their past face a tough task.
Those hoping to delete 'unfair' online references to their past face a tough task.
In the wake of eBay's customer databases being breached by hackers, we look at tips internet users can use to protect themselves online.
Sir Tim Berners-Lee has revealed that the internet interest in "kittens" is the thing that he never thought his invention would be used for
BT have been ridiculed on Twitter today after thousands of frustrated customers complained about internet outage.
The technical problem lasted several hours, prompting angry users to post tong-in-cheek complaints on social media.
It has to be a joke that when I ring #BT to check why my broadband is down the automated message says visit http://t.co/9Rpyfvsi5p @btcare
The company, which provides broadband to seven million UK subscribers, said it was unable to say how many customers had been affected.
Folks with BT internet. It's a beautiful day outside, go frollick in the sun instead of... oh wait, you can't read this...
Glad it wasn't just me who was having BT broadband issues. No wifi 2 hours, thought my life was over, almost got out the Scrabble.
A BT spokeswoman said the problem has now been fixed. "There were problems with our broadband service earlier today but they were resolved. We're sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused," she said.
Those hoping to delete 'unfair' online references to their past face a tough task.Read the full story
In the wake of eBay's customer databases being breached by hackers, we look at tips internet users can use to protect themselves online.Read the full story
Some 53% of parents do not use controls designed to stop their children from looking at violent or pornographic imagery, campaigners for greater online safety found.
The Internet Matters campaign also found:
Telecommunications giants Sky, BT, Virgin Media and TalkTalk have launched a one-stop hub website aimed at teaching parents how about internet safety.
Read: Barnado's and Microsoft release app to help vulnerable children
The website was set up after the Internet Matters campaign found almost three-quarters (74%) of the 1,500 parents they spoke to said they wanted to know more about how to protect their children online.
The campaign, which is funded by the four internet service providers but operates independently, aims to remove uncertainty and provide parents with access to simple, current and practical advice.
Singer Sophie Ellis Bexter and her mother Janet will push the button to set the Internet Matters portal live at the launch event at the Museum of Childhood in Bethnal Green, London, later today.
Read: Web industry efforts against online abuse 'insufficient'
Russian President Vladimir Putin has derided the internet as a Central Intelligence Agency project and has pledged to protect Russia's interests online.
According to the Associated Press, Putin mocked the World Wide Web at a media forum in St. Petersburg, claiming that it was "originally a CIA project" and is "still developing as such".
The Kremlin has long sought greater controls over the internet as many opposition activists, who are banned from state media, use the medium to promote their views and organise protests.
A major online dating site has called for a boycott of Mozilla Firefox after the world's second most popular internet browser named a gay marriage opponent as chief executive.
OkCupid visitors who accessed the website through Firefox on Monday were told in a message to use other browsers such as Microsoft's Internet Explorer or Google's Chrome.
"Mozilla's new CEO, Brendan Eich, is an opponent of equal rights for gay couples," the message said. "We would therefore prefer that our users not use Mozilla software to access OkCupid."
Christian Rudder, an OkCupid co-founder told Reuters: "We have users who are trying to find other people and we wanted to point out that this browser might be in conflict with their own values."
Age checks should be carried out by pornography websites before granting access to users, an industry regulator said.
Laws need to be changed in order to protect children from seeing adult material on the internet, online video regulator Atvod, the Authority for Television on Demand, said.
Research for Atvod found that 6% of children aged 15 or under had accessed an adult website over the course of a month.
One pornography website was visited by 112,000 boys in the UK aged between 12 and 17, while some 5% of visitors to adult sites were under 18.
The statistics emerged after the online habits of 45,000 desktop computers and laptops were monitored over a month, with volunteers reflecting a cross-section of the population.
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A computer used by British scientist Tim Berners-Lee to devise the World Wide Web has gone on display at the Science Museum in London.
To celebrate the web's 25th anniversary, the NeXT cube computer will go on display in the 'Making the Modern World gallery' at the museum.
Baroness Martha Lane Fox, who created a charity wanting to make the UK the most digitally skilled nation, attended an event yesterday celebrating the computer going on display in London.
On March 12 1989, Sir Tim wrote a paper called "Information Management: A Proposal" which aimed for a "universal linked information system" and sent it to his fellow colleagues.
Mike Sendall, Sir Tim's boss, said the paper was "vague but very exciting."


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Despite all the moisture in KOTA Territory this spring, the snow, flooding, and storms. There is still a very real fire danger.
State Fire Meteorologist Darren Clabo says some areas are faring better than others.
He says the driest areas right now are the southern hills, where they missed out on rain and snow that others areas picked up.
But, he says we are in much better shape than we were at this time last year, mainly because of cooler temperatures.
Clabo says last weekend's grass fire proves the danger is still there, and will only get worse.
"But the fact of the matter is, with the wet spring we saw, there is very tall grass out there right now. And that grass is really what's going to carry the fire. As we go through the summer when things naturally start to dry out, obviously the fire danger will increase," says Clabo.
And according to the Climate Prediction Center, this summer has a better than average chance of being warmer than normal.


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It is now known that UFC On FUEL TV 9: Mousasi Vs Latifi main event winner Gegard Mousasi had a knee injury heading into his fight with Ilir Latifi on Saturday. In a three-round unanimous decision win, Mousasi picked apart Latifi with his jabs while using his reach to keep him on the outside. Mousasi talks about his game plan heading into his fight, the busy week prior to the fight, and what he would like to do next in the cage.
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Carbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. It is produced by incomplete combustion of solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels. Carbon Monoxide is an invisible killer because you can't see it, smell it, or taste it. It can sneak up on you without you even knowing it. For this reason, it is very dangerous. Every year, over 200 people in the United States die from CO produced by fuel burning appliances in their home such as furnaces, ranges, water heaters, and clothes dryers. Other sources include burning charcoal inside a home, garage, vehicle, or tent, and cars left running in an attached garage.
What are the symptoms of CO poisoning?
The initial symptoms of CO poisoning are similar to the flu (but without the fever). They include: headache, fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea, and dizziness.
What should you do to prevent CO poisoning?
What CO level is dangerous to your health?
The health effects of CO depend on the level of CO and length of exposure, as well as each individual's health condition. The concentration of CO is measured in parts per million (ppm). Health effects from exposure to CO levels of approximately 1 to 70 ppm are uncertain, but most people will not experience any symptoms. Some heart patients might experience an increase in chest pain. As CO levels increase and remain above 70 ppm, symptoms may become more noticeable (headache, fatigue, nausea). As CO levels increase above 150 to 200 ppm, disorientation, unconsciousness, and death are possible.
What should you do if you are experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning?
If you think you are experiencing any of the symptoms of CO poisoning, get fresh air immediately. Open windows and doors for more ventilation, turn off any combustion appliances, and leave the house. Call your fire department and report your symptoms. You could lose consciousness and die if you do nothing. It is also important to contact a doctor immediately for a proper diagnosis. Tell your doctor that you suspect CO poisoning is causing your problems. Prompt medical attention is important if you are experiencing any symptoms of CO poisoning when you are operating fuel-burning appliances. Before turning your fuel-burning appliances back on, make sure a qualified serviceperson checks them for malfunction.
What has changed in CO detectors/alarms recently?
CO detectors/alarms always have been and still are designed to alarm before potentially life-threatening levels of CO are reached. The UL standard 2034 (1998 revision) has stricter requirements that the detector/alarm must meet before it can sound. As a result, the possibility of nuisance alarms is decreased.
How should I install a CO Alarm?
CO alarms should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. CPSC recommends that one CO alarm be installed in the hallway outside the bedrooms in each separate sleeping area of the home. CO alarms may be installed into a plug-in receptacle or high on the wall because CO from any source will be well-mixed with the air in the house. Make sure furniture or draperies cannot cover up the alarm.
What should you do when the CO detector/alarm sounds?
Never ignore an alarming CO detector/alarm. If the detector/alarm sounds: Operate the reset button. Call your emergency services (fire department or 911). Immediately move to fresh air -- outdoors or by an open door/window.
How should a consumer test a CO detector/alarm to make sure it is working?
Consumers should follow the manufacturer's instructions. Using a test button, some detectors/alarms test whether the circuitry as well as the sensor which senses CO is working, while the test button on other detectors only tests whether the circuitry is working. For those units which test the circuitry only, some manufacturers sell separate test kits to help the consumer test the CO sensor inside the alarm.
What is the role of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in preventing CO poisoning?
CPSC worked closely with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to help develop the safety standard (UL 2034) for CO detectors/alarms. CPSC helps promote carbon monoxide safety awareness to raise awareness of CO hazards and the need for regular maintenance of fuel-burning appliances. CPSC recommends that every home have a CO detector/alarm that meets the requirements of the most recent UL standard 2034 or the IAS 6-96 standard in the hallway near every separate sleeping area. CPSC also works with industry to develop voluntary and mandatory standards for fuel-burning appliances.
Should CO detectors/alarms be used in motor homes and other recreational vehicles?
CO detectors/alarms are available for boats and recreational vehicles and should be used. The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association requires CO detectors/alarms in motor homes and in towable recreational vehicles that have a generator or are prepped for a generator.
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LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 16: Owner of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones, looks on during warmups before the game against the Washington Redskins on November 16, 2008 at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Tim Tebow said Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones was just having fun when he panned the former Florida quarterback during a secretly recorded conversation.
Tebow made his remarks before he was to deliver a speech at Lipscomb University's second annual Don Meyer Evening of Excellence fundraiser on Saturday night.
Jones was critical of former Cowboys coach Bill Parcells and said Tebow would "never get on the field" with Dallas during a 47-second, cell phone video that hit the Internet this week.
Tebow said he hasn't seen the video and wasn't offended. He said he hasn't really thought about it.
Jones has since clarified his comments, saying he has "special" feelings toward Parcells and calling Tebow "an outstanding young man."
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Thousands of Californians have overcome long waits and website glitches to sign up for Obamacare insurance, but now enrollment snags may prevent some of them from actually having coverage starting Jan. 1.
Some people who picked a health plan as far back as October through the Covered California exchange say insurers are telling them they still have no record of their enrollment. As a result, bills haven't gone out and consumers can't pay their initial premium to ensure coverage takes effect in less than three weeks.
Thomas Gallo of Glendora signed up his wife and son on the second day of enrollment in October. After hearing nothing for weeks, he said, he was told by the state in late November that his application and some others had been lost.
Gallo reapplied over the phone, but he said he still has no confirmation from Blue Shield of California about his family's Silver plan. Gallo, a retired accountant, has Medicare for himself.
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"The back end is so backed up, and no one can give me an answer," said Gallo, a strong supporter of President Obama's healthcare law. "What happens if we don't get coverage by Jan. 1? There are real problems here."
Consumers' anxiety has grown as they endure long waits on the phone, computer errors and conflicting answers from the state and insurers about their coverage. The average wait time at the state's call centers climbed to 36 minutes last week, and California is still trying to clear a backlog of paper applications filed in October and November.
State officials say the huge demand for insurance is a positive sign for the rollout of the Affordable Care Act. They acknowledge there have been delays, but they say the vast majority of people are enrolling smoothly and getting their first insurance bills. The state said it didn't have exact figures on how many customers are still waiting for proof of insurance.
"With the large numbers we are dealing with, there will be some individuals who don't get ideal service," said Peter Lee, executive director of Covered California. "We are committed to make sure everyone who wants insurance gets it Jan. 1."
The California exchange and insurance companies are dealing with a surge of new applicants who are rushing to meet a Dec. 23 deadline to have insurance in place at the beginning of the year. Open enrollment continues through March 31.
Thursday, Covered California said more than 156,000 people had enrolled in private health plans through Dec. 7. An additional 179,000 Californians have qualified for an expansion of Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program for the poor.
In a nod to the ongoing sign-up problems nationwide, federal officials announced several steps Thursday aimed at helping people who get stuck in healthcare-law limbo. The Department of Health and Human Services said patients enrolled in special insurance plans for people with preexisting conditions would be able to stay on that coverage until the end of January. About 17,000 Californians were enrolled in such plans earlier this year.
In California, insurers are working with the state exchange on how to address the potentially thorny problem of patients who applied in time but don't have proof of insurance when they need to visit the emergency room or get a prescription filled in early January.
Insurance companies typically won't cover any medical bills until a customer pays the premium. The deadline for payment was recently extended to Jan. 6.
"There are certainly some people who have enrolled or think they have enrolled and haven't received confirmation," said Paul Markovich, chief executive of Blue Shield of California. "It's our version of Black Friday right now and that is what we are coping with."
The stakes are big for people with chronic health conditions and serious medical issues. The loss of coverage could pose significant problems for them financially and for their health.
Jim Arenson, 60, a self-employed engineer in Woodside, Calif., enrolled himself and his 23-year-old son on the state website Oct. 16. But it wasn't until Thursday, eight weeks later, that Covered California told him his application had been sent to Blue Shield and the company confirmed he was in its computer system.
"I was very scared I wouldn't have health insurance," said Arenson, who needs follow-up care after cancer-related surgery this year. "The exchange and the insurance company were pointing fingers at each other. There could be a lot of people falling through the cracks."
State Sen. Ed Hernandez (D-West Covina), chairman of the Senate health committee, said he worries that time may be running out to address some of these enrollment issues. "The question now is whether we can meet that demand. Everything seems to be bottlenecked until we open more lanes," he said.
Lee, head of Covered California, said exchange employees are working overtime to process applications, and the state's call centers will be open the next two Sundays to help meet increased demand. He said the exchange is sending customer files daily to the 11 insurers participating in the state marketplace.
The separate federal exchange for 36 other states has been trying to fix errors in the customer files it has sent to insurance companies. In contrast, the California Assn. of Health Plans, an industry group, says the information from Covered California has had a "high rate of accuracy."