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to 02/09/2014Description:Challenge yourself at North Queensland's premier regatta, sailing around beautiful Magnetic Island. When the sailing's finished or if your sea legs aren't as steady as the used to be, enjoy the legendary social side of this event. Explore the Island or grab a beer, some seafood and join in with the locals. The party will continue long into the night.Read More »
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Date: 12/07/2014 to 13/07/2014Full Description:Over the two days, the main activities take place in Townsville's Strand Park, where the high-traffic transition area is located.
The swim leg is just off the main Strand beach (Rockpool for the kids), the bike leg takes participants along The Strand and through neighbouring streets, and along Cape Pallarenda, and the run leg is along the beautiful Strand and Rowes Bay pathways.
There's something for everyone – come along and get involved!
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Date: 07/09/2014Full Description:Festival of fine food, fun and fair
Date: 07/09/2013 to 08/09/2013Full Description:The tradies are the backbones to our economy. Over 1 million people are employed by the construction industry; these include the bloke next door, the everyday dads, sons, mothers, sisters, grandfathers and even uncles. North Queensland in particular is home to thousands of tradies, who work for themselves, contractors, developers and employers.
NQ Supa Tradies is a 2-day event on the 7 - 8th of September, full of trades, industry exhibits, interests and tradies toys. Developed from the 2012 Supa Trowel event, NQ Supa Tradies brings all the trades and the industries that feed into the trades, together, to grow and support an industry.
Mate against mate, trade against trade, showing us what they are made of, and how they work in their trades and what skills and tools they use. Families will be entertained with showcases, tradie for a day comps, exhibits, Ladies Tradie Lounge, skills on show, tools and equipment on show, Tradie Ironman and our main event the NQ Supa Trowel Challenge.
Title:Construction starts: NEW Quest DevelopmentDescription:The development is expected to be completed in late 2013 and, once finished, will house 88 studio, o...Read more »
Full description:The development is expected to be completed in late 2013 and, once finished, will house 88 studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments.
"We have seen demand for our services grow in line with the area's growth. We know with certainty that defence and mining will continue to grow, which is why we are building a second property here in Townsville†Mr Weisz added.
Read more »Media Release 12.11.12_ Quest commences construction commences on new $25M Townsville site.pdf
Title:New $25m Quest Property for TownsvilleDescription:The new $25 million, 88 serviced- apartment property will be located at Eyre and Leichhardt Streets ...Read more »
Full description:The new $25 million, 88 serviced- apartment property will be located at Eyre and Leichhardt Streets in North Ward. In addition to contemporary serviced apartments accommodation it will offer conference facilities, undercover car parking, swimming pool, gym and an on-site bar/cafe.
Quest The Strand is expected to be completed in 2013.
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Title:Quest for ExcellenceDescription:2011 Townsville Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards.
Corporate Employee of the Year w...Read more »
Full description:2011 Townsville Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards.
Corporate Employee of the Year winner General Manager, Larissa Nielsen loves her work so much she lives there.
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Title:Magnetic IslandDistance to Quest:Ferry tripDescription:Read More »
Distance to Quest:Ferry tripFull description:"Maggie" as it is known to the locals is a paradise waiting for you to discover! A stunning ferry trip from Townsville - it makes for a fantastic day trip or longer. With stunning beaches and moke hire, there are loads of fun activities for you to explore.
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Title:Reef HQ AquariumDistance to Quest:1kmDescription:Read More »
Distance to Quest:1kmFull description:Reef HQ is the world's largest living coral reef aquarium and is a must see attraction in the Townsville region. Reef HQ was built as a Bicentennial Commemorative project and opened in Townsville on 24th June 1987.
Reef HQ is the Reef Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. The mission of Reef HQ is "to inspire all to care for the future of the Great Barrier Reef.â€
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Title:Museum of Tropical QueenslandDistance to Quest:1.6kmDescription:Read More »
Distance to Quest:1.6kmFull description:The Museum of Tropical Queensland is the only branch of the Queensland Museum north of Brisbane. On Flinders Street in Townsville, the iconic building looks across Ross Creek in the city.
With a focus on researching and interpreting the cultural and natural heritage of tropical Queensland.
Its new and modern displays explore life in the tropics from per-historic times to the modern era.
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Crisp County-- Over 200 guests are taking a different type of train ride on the S.A.M Shortline Excursion train. It may even be historic.
"Yes, we're the first one," says Dusty Carnes. They're the first ones to combine a train ride and a lake into something extra special. Dusty Carnes has been a manager of train operations at the Heart of Georgia railroad for 13 years.
"I try to keep the trains scheduled and make sure they do their job safely," says Carnes. But today he's on a special assignment.
"Actually my fiance came up with the idea," says Carnes. "Should run smoothly, we'll see," says Angela Carnes. It's a ride that began a long time ago in Americus. They met in high school.
"Ten years went by before I even saw her again and then I saw her and asked her out," says Dusty. They've been dating ever since. They're now taking their love for each other and trains to the waters of Lake Blackshear.
"I've waited for this day for a long time," says Angela. She's taking the long walk through three train cars before taking the wedding vows.
"We enjoy doing things different. We don't like the same old same old every day," says Angela. They hope that a different, exciting type of wedding will set the pace for the rest of their lives. "Just a long happy life. I want to grow old with him," says Angela.
"She's strong and she's behind me 100 percent and I'm behind her 100 percent. We'll have a good strong marriage," says Dusty.
They feel that it's a marriage that began on the right track.
The happy couple hopes that their wedding will set the pace for others who want to experience a unique type of wedding on a train. They'll honeymoon in Florida.
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COLUMBIA, SC (AP) The cellmate of a convicted sex offender found dead in a prison in McCormick County has been charged with murder.
The State newspaper reported that a warrant released by the State Law Enforcement Division says 32-year-old John Michael New has been charged with murder.
49-year-old Ricky Cooper was found dead late Saturday morning in front of a shower at the McCormick Correctional Institution.
The warrant states that Cooper was strangled. He had been serving a 20-year sentence for criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
New had been serving a life sentence for hostage taking.
Senate Corrections Committee Chairman Mike Fair of Greenville told the newspaper that his staff has been told Cooper was mutilated, though Fair said he did not have details.
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This is why we talk about there being no easy victories in the NFC South. Despite the Panthers being the dominant team on paper, this was a game where the team who wanted it more was going to win. For all the newspaper ads, bravado, and big talk it was the Buccaneers who hit harder, ran faster, and made more plays- they simply wanted it more. Greg Schiano needed to make a statement, and he made one.
We saw an offense that was rife with trickery, but little substance. Prior to the game there was the sense that missing Jonathan Stewart wouldn't play a huge role, and yet we saw an offense that lacked any of the basics. If you wanted to see a game with end-arounds, and a seemingly endless stream of option plays then you were in for a treat, if you wanted a game where the Panthers moved the football then you were probably disappointed.
On defense: Where do we begin? Josh Freeman needed confidence to start the season, and the Panthers were happy to oblige. As bad as I've seen Carolina's secondary over the last two years, I can't remember seeing as wide open receivers, or as open windows for a QB to throw to.
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Is the sky falling? No, it sure isn't; but it's completely deflating to wait so long for Panthers football and be treated with this. Earlier in the day the Washington Redskins, another team who built through the draft succeeded almost entirely using their home grown talent. Meanwhile the Panthers couldn't do a thing against Schiano's new look Bucs.
The two biggest headaches for the Panthers were unfortunately both players we'll be seeing for a while- on the defensive line Gerald McCoy cut through the Panthers like butter, and in the secondary Mark Barron looked like a seasoned veteran who took away deep routes, and denied the Panthers from utilizing their vertical passing game.
Cam Newton did everything he could, sometimes he did too much. Finishing with over 300 passing yards, Cam had an excellent completion percentage (69%), and he made some very good throws, but there were also times where he looked out of sorts. This wasn't the same, confident, Cam Newton who we're used to seeing take over games, and yet he still managed to have a big day. Ultimately, the rest of the offense needs to do more, especially the interior offensive line. Concurrently, the playcalling was woeful. Sure, without Jonathan Stewart perhaps Chud couldn't do everything he wanted to- but that's no excuse to completely abandon the run; after all, it's hardly like DeAngelo Williams is chopped liver, and yet he got just six carries. Fun fact: Kealoha Pilares was the Panthers' leading rusher. Depressing fact: He had one carry for five yards.
Steve Smith- Extremely Optimistic
It was a slow start for Smitty, but he found his way during the second half as he finished with 7 receptions, for 106 yards. He was the same old Smitty we know, but it just wasn't enough.
Greg Olsen- Extremely Optimistic
Olsen was heavily used when Cam Newton couldn't find a way to get enough time to throw vertically, and that was a-okay. Six receptions later he was the most targeted Panther, and found ways of being used in the offense.
Jon Beason and Thomas Davis- Extremely Optimistic
There wasn't a whole lot to be excited about on defense, but the return of the Panthers two star linebackers from season ending injury in 2011 was a sight to behold. Both Beast and TD were as effective as they've ever been, and when the rest of the defense is in step it will be great.
Greg Hardy and Dwan Edwards- Extremely Optimistic
The biggest concern on defense entering Sunday's game was the lack of a pass rush by the Carolina Panthers. There needed to be a way of getting to the quarterback, and while the rush wasn't always perfect, at least Hardy and Edwards were bright spots. If this is when the light is coming on for Hardy it's a good thing.
Louis Murphy and Brandon LaFell- Extremely Optimistic
They didn't get a lot of opportunities, but when Newton was able to get some time in the pocket it was the 2nd and 3rd receivers who beneffitted, and made the most of their opportunities. In time they'll be effective.
Cam Newton- Somewhat Optimistic
This wasn't Newton's fault. Yes, he threw one ill-advised interception (the other was a tipped pass he couldn't have helped), but for all intents and purposes he was the entire Panthers offense on Sunday. Was he as good as we've seen? No, but he made the best of a series of bad situations.
Offensive Line- Extremely Pessimistic
Yeesh, that was pretty ugly, wasn't it? Fingers are being pointed at Amini Silatolu, and yes the Panthers' rookie played poorly. However, the issue was with the entire offensive line. Every player on the line under-performed, and it gave Newton no time to to work.
Secondary- Extremely Pessimistic
Almost as bad as the offensive line was the Panthers secondary, who gave Josh Freeman huge windows to throw in. Ultimately there wasn't a huge need to use the passing game for Tampa Bay, but if they wanted to open up their vertical offense, there was no way Carolina could stop it.
DeAngelo Williams and Mike Tolbert- Extremely Pessimistic
Part of this was on the play calling, but despite that the way the Panthers ran the ball, and caught out of the backfield was incredibly average. Getting Stewart back will help this, but this was still an average display.
Brad Nortman- Somewhat Pessimistic
There is a lot that's understandable about why Nortman struggled, but he has to get his punts off faster. He showed good positioning, particularly on short punts, but anytime you see a blocked punt you look for a reason, and in this case it was Nortman's speed.
Overall Outlook
There is no reason to be concerned. The Panthers fell for a trap game, and that happens sometimes. Yesterday we saw plenty of teams fall for traps, and thankfully it's a long season. The lack of quality play in the trenches, and in the secondary is extremely disconcerting, but this was a situation where there was no real way of knowing what the Buccaneers would look like in 2012, and now we know- they're hard-nosed, play good defense, and are determined. At the end of the day the Panthers didn't want it as much.
Sadly it gets harder from here, but if the Panthers stay focused they can come out on top next week.


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CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on the political fallout from the Port Said soccer riots.
Violent riots break out following the soccer clash that left 79 dead. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
Clashes continue between protesters and police near the Interior Ministry in Cairo. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on the more than 70 people killed when fans rushed the field after a soccer game in Port Said.
CNN's Ben Wedeman explains the difference between this election and those in the past and offers some predictions.
The death of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, who was killed Thursday in his hometown of Sirte, Libya, is "an important step" for Libya, but don't expect the fighting to end right away, said CNN senior international correspondent Ben Wedeman. Wedeman, the first Western television reporter to enter and report from inside Libya during the war, talked about how Gadhafi's life ended and what his death means for Libya's future and the civil war.
Violence has returned to the streets of Cairo -- this time in fresh confrontations between army forces and pro-Coptic Christian protesters.
CNN's Ben Wedeman has an exclusive look inside one of Moammar Gadhafi's palaces in southern Libya.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on newly liberated Libyan towns in the south.
Misrata's bank re-opens, but there isn't enough cash to go around. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on how school children are coping in war-torn Misrata, Libya.
A new baby is born to a Misrata family just hours before a Gadhafi rocket slams into their home. Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman explains how the lack of a no-fly zone in Libya is one of many obstacles facing rebels.
CNN's Ben Wedeman discusses reports that some Libyan pilots have been executed for refusing to carry out bombing orders.
Libya's interior minister said Wednesday he has quit the government and is supporting the protesters, who he predicted will achieve victory in "days or hours."
CNN's Ben Wedeman is on the streets of Cairo when the resignation of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak is announced.
It started with verbal abuse, and then -- perhaps inevitably -- it got physically, terrifyingly violent.
The embattled Egyptian government early Tuesday restricted communications and travel ahead of what protesters are calling a "march of millions." Here's what the government has done so far:
CNN's Ben Wedeman talks to Anderson Cooper about how people in the suburbs of Cairo are protecting themselves.
Riot police use clubs on protesters as demonstrations spread in Egypt. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman and Frederik Pleitgen report on the censorship of communication in Egypt.
A CNN crew working to cover the clashes between security forces and protesters in Cairo felt the wrath of Egypt's police on Friday.
After decades of one party rule, new parties, including Islamic parties, emerge in Tunisia. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on the aftermath of a New Year's church bombing that rekindled sectarian tensions in Egypt.
Ben Wedeman reports people in Tunisia want nothing to do with former members of the former ruling party, the RCD.
CNN's Ben Wedeman and team are briefly detained in Tunisia and forced to replace a shaken cab driver.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on the unrest in Tunisia and its aftermath.
CNN's Ben Wedeman speaks with northern Sudanese who fear the impending break-up of their country.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports from Egypt on elections that have raised eyebrows.
How a play is helping refugees in Egypt find their voice. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
A protest by minority Christians in Cairo spiraled into a violent melee with riot police. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
Ben Wedeman reports from Gaza on the Palestinian divisions that could undermine peace talks due to resume this week.
Lebanon's parliament adopts a law granting fuller employment rights to Palestinians. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on Israel's controversial practice of demolishing Bedouin homes in the Negev Desert.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on a rarely-used rape charge that's stirring debate and controversy in Israel.
CNN's Ben Wedeman takes an in focus look at Madagascar's vanilla industry.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on an Egyptian-American cowboy who has embraced "country eastern" music.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports from Tabarba, Tunisia, where one of the world's highest quality of olive oil are made.
This month on Inside the Middle East
CNN's Ben Wedeman explains why, for some women in Cairo, being a bodyguard is the perfect job.
Police in Egypt block protesters from the Algerian embassy after a contentious soccer match. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports from Cairo, Egypt, on the ruckus raised over female university students' dress code.
CNN's Ben Wedeman gets an exclusive view of the first step of the World Cup trophy's 77-day tour of Africa.
President Obama, on the first leg of a Mideast trip, said Wednesday that he is confident the United States and Saudi Arabia can "make progress on a whole host of issues of mutual interest."
President Obama arrives in Saudi Arabia as part of his Middle East trip.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports from the Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth - another stop on the Pope's journey.
Pope Benedict XVI was supposed to visit an Aida refugee camp in Bethlehem but Israel objected. Ben Wedeman reports.
CNN's Ben Wedeman visits the bend in the Jordan River where many Christians believe Jesus was baptized.
CNN's Ben Wedeman gives a short history of the Jordan River ahead of the Pope's visit.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on the unofficial Israeli election results
CNN's Ben Wedeman gauges low Palestinian expectations for Israel's upcoming elections.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports that Israel is hesitant to answer questions about its use of white phosphorous weapons.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on Bethlehem's annual Christmas celebrations.
CNN's Ben Wedeman trails Egypt's world-famous archaeologist, Zahi Hawass.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on the challenges in the Middle East awaiting Barack Obama's administration.
The Cedars of Lebanon A priceless commodity; they symbolize a nation, and once even sparked a revolution. They are the Cedars of Lebanon -- a protected species of tree under constant threat from man and the environment.
Fifteen people -- mostly Israeli soldiers -- were injured at an intersection in Jerusalem Monday night when a driver plowed his car into a group of people, Jerusalem police told CNN.
A car plows into a group of Israeli soldiers in Jerusalem, injuring more than a dozen people.
CNN's Ben Wedeman is at the U.S. Embassy in Yemen where officials hope to get operations rolling by Saturday.
CNN's Ben Wedeman gets a preview of a hi-tech initiative allowing anyone with an online computer to access the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Six arrested in Israel with alleged links to al Qaeda. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
An Israeli police spokesman describes what happened when a man drove a bulldozer into a Jerusalem street.
Israeli authorities are investigating why a Palestinian resident of Jerusalem rammed his bulldozer into several cars and buses Wednesday, killing three people before Israeli police shot him dead.
An attempted suicide creates panic at the departure ceremony for French President Sarkozy. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports.
Working on the front lines with Gaza is no easy task, Ben Wedeman reports from the Israeli side of the lines.
CNN's Ben Wedeman sorts out conflicting accounts in Gaza, where four children and their mother were killed in shelling.
Bread. For Egypt's middle classes it is breakfast, lunch and dinner. In Egyptian Arabic it is known as "aish" which means both bread and life.
Marketplace Middle East investigates how people in Egypt are counting the cost of inflation.
CNN's Ben Wedeman reports from Israeli town of Sderot as Palestinian rockets rain down.
Bethlehem is seeing more tourists than it has in years. But, as CNN's Ben Wedeman reports, they're not spending as much.
Pressure is mounting for Israeli leaders to stop rocket attacks from Gaza. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports
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Abbas' militia defying orders
Battles between Palestinian factions in Gaza claimed more than a dozen lives Wednesday, while Hamas militants launched rockets into Israel, provoking Israeli military airstrikes on Hamas.
A crew member of the ferry that sank Friday in the Red Sea said Sunday water used to extinguish a fire aboard caused the ship to list in heavy winds.
An aging Egyptian passenger ferry loaded to near capacity with about 1,400 people and dozens of vehicles sank Friday in the Red Sea, an official said.
I land in Beirut around 4 p.m. after a pretty exhausting set of flights from Atlanta. I am immediately met by my producer and driver and whisked to a double-parked van outside the airport.
The widow of the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat has picked up his medical records from the Paris hospital where he died November 11, and was reviewing the information, her lawyers said.
CNN producer Riad Ali was released Tuesday, almost 24 hours after he was abducted by armed gunmen, and is now in the custody of Palestinian police.
U.S. Army soldiers have committed "egregious acts" and "grave breaches of international law" at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, according to a classified report by Maj. Gen. Antonio Taguba made available to CNN.
Photographs showing the apparent abuse of Iraqi prisoners by both American and British troops have been greeted with shock and outrage worldwide.
A remote-controlled French mini sub retrieved the voice cockpit recorder of an Egyptian charter plane that crashed January 3 killing all aboard, the head of the Egyptian investigating team said.
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On August 12, 2013, Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2013. The full text of the press release issued in connection with the announcement is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.
The information in this Form 8-K (including Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
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The following exhibit relating to Item 2.02 shall be deemed to be furnished, and not filed:
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Shopping reigns supreme near this Burnsville hotel, with the Mall of America® right around the corner and plenty of local shops for scoring one of a kind finds. Burnsville hotels come in all shapes and sizes, but only one gives you luxury amenities at a great price. The BEST WESTERN PREMIER Nicollet Inn boasts a central location close to attractions and loc...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 110 reviews
Excellent 10.0
Décor; rooms had refrigerators and microwaves; everything seemed to be in a good state of repair and current; staff was friendly; location was ideal for me.
Wish there was a continental breakfast available on all floors(only had it available on 5th(business exec.)floor.Located close to shopping, yet at same time, set back from busy roads a bit. Friendly staff, comfortable, clean rooms and beds.
Excellent 10.0
The staff was very friendly and helpfulThe best thing about the hotel was the staff and it was very clean
|Excellent - 96 reviews
a small town with unbelievable shopping.. welcome to the Hampton Inn Minneapolis/Burnsville. When you come to our Newly Remodeled Hampton Inn® hotel in Minneapolis/Burnsville, get ready to shop. Our hotel in Burnsville is just minutes from many of the best malls and outlets in the country. And after you've explored the hundreds of stores in our area, it's ea...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 96 reviews
Mediocre 4.0
The breakfast was delicious, there were a lot of options.
One of the requirements for out hotel this outing was a pool and hot tub, this hotel did have a pool but apparently it was under construction, this was not on the website nor did priceline let us know this, had we known we would have chosen differently.The hotel was nice enough, it could use some updating, it was just irritating that the pool wasn't available, also the room would have been cheaper had we not gone with priceline and just went through the hotel.
Excellent 10.0
My family and I stayed here for spring break while visiting the Mall Of America. It was a short drive to the mall, staff was SUPER friendly and helpful, room was spacious, breakfast was delicious, 24 hour coffee was appreciated and the popcorn and cookies in the lobby were a treat for the kids. Overall this is the best hotel we have stayed at in a LONG time.
|Excellent - 152 reviews
Centrally located in Apple Valley, GrandStay Hotel and Conference is convenient to Crystal Lake Golf Club and Minnesota Zoo. This hotel is within the region of Cascade Bay Waterpark and Fountain Valley Golf Club. Make yourself at home in one of the 78 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Kitchenettes...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 152 reviews
Excellent 9.6
This is an extended stay hotel and I love that about it! We got a queen size room and it had a full fridge, 2 burners, a dishwasher, sink for washing dishes. The pool is smaller, but still a decent one. We have stayed here more than once and always enjoy our time.
Excellent 10.0
ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING!! ! Wonderful big room. Great, friendly staff. Sue from the front desk went out of her way for us. Yvonne from housekeeping was wonderful. The breakfast was very good. We loved it!!
There is nothing to NOT like.
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With a stay at AmericInn Hotel & Suites Apple Valley in Apple Valley, you'll be close to Minnesota Zoo and Crystal Lake Golf Club. This hotel is within the region of Cascade Bay Waterpark and Bloomington Ice Gardens. Make yourself at home in one of the 62 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable progra...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 266 reviews
Good 7.0
Great location and staff was very friendly and helpful.
This hotel had THE worst workout room I have EVER seen. There was only 2 pieces of equipment if which one didn't work. There wasn't even one treadmill!!
Excellent 10.0
Everything was perfect! The room was beautiful & the staff were friendly. We plan to stay here again in November.
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The Hilton Garden Inn Eagan/Minneapolis hotel is an official partner of the Mall of America. We are located just five minutes from the Mall of America on the Southwest corner of Interstate 35E and Cliff road. Our Minneapolis, MN hotel in Eagan offers a convenient location that puts you at a comfortable distance from everything the Twin Cities has to offer wi...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 171 reviews
Excellent 10.0
Wonderful and kind staff. Very helpful and friendly.
It would be nice if their lovely breakfast included more food for vegetarians or gluten free options.
Excellent 9.0
Close to our venue
Did not offer free continental breakfast
|Good - 350 reviews
The LivINN Suites Burnsville is considered Minneapolis Best Value Hotel by offering more services and amenities than any other hotel in its price range. All rooms are interior corridor and include free high speed internet, daily Quick Start Breakfast, microwaves, and refrigerators, key card entries, sitting areas and custom room furnishings. The hotel is w...
Overall Rating - Good - 350 reviews
Excellent 10.0
Very comfotable beds. New heating/air conditioning unit installed allowing for continuos 'fan only' option for white noise
Breakfast available after many early workers leave- 6:30am.Very freindly and accomidating staff
Mediocre 4.0
The shower was disgusting... Had green scum/mold on the top like it hadn't ever been cleaned.
|Excellent - 206 reviews
Expect Quality in Hotel's Suites in Eagan, MN This hotel's all-suite accommodations provide a comfortable home base in the Minneapolis area. The hotel's patrons find themselves near the Mall of America, MSP airport, top corporate locations and Twin Cities attractions. Set apart from the metro area by the Mississippi River, Eagan, MN offers the hotel's guests...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 206 reviews
Excellent 9.0
The patio to grill was very nice. Even with rain we grilled and it was awesome! The room was really nice and the breakfast was nice. Heated pool a plus.
Not at all.
Okay 5.0
The towels are extremely rough and the bed smelled of cigarettes
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Overall Rating - Excellent - 189 reviews
Okay 6.0
It was very shabby on the outside with peeling paint and rotting stair rails. It was difficult to find the entry- we drove around twice before we located it. The rooms were clean, but very dark, waterstained curtains and one curtain ripped.I wouldn't stay again. For the price it was in very poor shape. The gentleman who checked us in was very nice and efficient- I don't fault him at all.
Excellent 10.0
This hotel was well maintained and had very helpful staff. Breakfast was excellent for a hotel. Would stay here again.
No cons at all.
|Excellent - 52 reviews
Welcome to the Holiday Inn® Lakeville, Minnesota Hotel Of all Twin Cities hotels, the award-winning Holiday Inn® Hotel Lakeville, MN offers the most appealing accommodations for guests of any agenda. This hotel's location near Mall of America, just 15 mi away, attracts shopping fans, and Twin Cities businesses bring corporate guests, too. If you're looking f...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 52 reviews
Excellent 10.0
The pools was amazing for so to have a great time with our grandsons.My daughter lost her wallet whole we were staying there. The staff was on high alert looking for it and stayed in contact with us. Luckily a local man found it down the street (she had left it on top of the car when we were leaving), he happened to call the hotel to see if someone had lost it, the hotel staff told him to bring it by and they had the contact information and they called immediately. The local people are honest as well as the staff being on top of the situation. We are so thankful for the staff for their honesty and hard work in getting her wallet back and with ALL the contents. Thank you Holiday Inn'
Excellent 9.0
It was well staffed with very quick service and we got to get into our room early.
It was quite noisy overhead. Lots of stomping noises.
|Good - 278 reviews
Welcome to the Chairmans Award-winning Days Inn of Eagan, MN The Days Inn Eagan is located just a few miles from the world famous Mall of America and Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Other area attractions include Excl Energy Center, HHH Metro dome, Target Center, Minnesota Zoo, IMAM Theater, Valley Fair, Mystic Lake Casino, Canterbury Downs, Hi...
Overall Rating - Good - 278 reviews
Mediocre 3.0
No fridge :( This room cost just as much as staying at the Radisson, which I did 3 days later and it was a hell of a lot nicer.No fridge :( This room cost just as much as staying at the Radisson, which I did 3 days later and it was a hell of a lot nicer.
Okay 5.0
staff was welcoming
gum was stuck to the comforter that looked like it had already been tried to remove. Room smelled like dogs.hall ways and all open spaces of this hotel smelled.
|Excellent - 13 reviews
Overall Rating - Excellent - 13 reviews
Excellent 10.0
Location is great. Easy to find. Price is decent especially a room with a full kitchen.
Not a great view from the room.
Good 8.0
The Hotel is modern, clean and nicely decorated. It is located in an area with numerous shopping malls and dining and entertainment establishments. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I would recommend it to a friend and will plan on staying there again in the future.
|Excellent - 142 reviews
Overall Rating - Excellent - 142 reviews
Excellent 10.0
Rooms are very comfortable. Breakfast is outstanding.
Okay 6.0
I loved the room and the people at desk.
However I had a nexus 7 tablet that went missing. I noticed there were 2 maids that saw me leave for dinner. Later that night a few hours after i returned, I noticed my tablet I had used earlier that day was gone.Take your valuables with you when you leave the room.
|Good - 11 reviews
The Quality Inn and Suites hotel in Eagan, Michigan is near the Mall of America, Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport, Minnesota Zoo, Valleyfair amusement park and Whitewater Country water park, Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome and Target Field
Overall Rating - Good - 11 reviews
Okay 6.0
I was in a convenient location.
The pool area was hard to stay in for long. The chlorine smell was horrible and burned your eyes and made your eyes water. The continental breakfast ran out of food. I was charged on my card for the roll away I paid cash for at the front desk.
|Excellent - 299 reviews
Overall Rating - Excellent - 299 reviews
Excellent 10.0
I love ice tea and they had it available 24 hours. Hot drinks and lemonade were also available. The staff were very helpful in giving suggestions about things to do and how to get around town.
Nothing.Beds were good, very clean rooms and breakfast area. Breakfast selection was adequate.
Excellent 10.0
Everything! This is top end!
It's a little tough to find, but very much worth it!!
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Located in Burnsville, Prime Rate Inn is within the vicinity of Bloomington Ice Gardens and Normandale Community College. This hotel is within the vicinity of Hyland Greens Golf and Learning Center and Minnesota Zoo. Make yourself at home in one of the 97 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. B...
Overall Rating - Good - 397 reviews
Excellent 10.0
There was friendly service, a clean room, and a quiet night.
The parking lot was too full. It was very hard to find a spot.
Okay 5.0
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Information is power (and money and freedom)…
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The World Wealth Report reports on trends in the wealth of HNWIs – Or High Net Wealth Individuals. These are individuals with $1million or more in investable assets. You have to sign up to be able to download the report, but its free. (Thankyee for the crust kind sirs, doffs cap…)
Between 2011-12, the richest 12 million people in the world gained an extra 4.2 trillion dollars of wealth between them – Their total wealth is now $46.2 billion, up from $42 billion in 2011. Thats a tidy $350 000 each extra on average, and according to the predictions below that trend is set to continue…
Of course it gets bleaker… the averages above disguise the fact that the richest Ultra High Net Wealth Individuals increased their overal wealth more than the mere 'millionnaires next door'… the proportional increases may well be the same, but of course a 10% gain on $50 million means you gain more than if you'd gained 10% on a mere $1 million.
And bleaker… The richest 12 million may have got 10% richer on average, but this is on the back of a mere 2.2% GDP growth rate, so their wealth is growing nearly five times the rate of real global wealth (although somehow I'm sure that's not a fair comparison?!)
And even bleaker… according to the World Bank's GNI data (not the same as wealth I know) - GNI only increased from around 70 to 71.4 trillion dollars, which is less than 1%, so most of this wealth increse doesn't seem to be rooted in the production of tangible goods and services.
No doubt there are different ways of interpreting what this data actually means, comments welcome!
In case you prefer a word-based summary – the 2013 report notes the following…
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Posted by Realsociology on 1st October 2013
I had my classes exploring one of my 'favourite' topics today – The extent of and explanations for inequalities in life chances by social class, gender and ethnicity – Here a few visual updates and links which highlight the extent of class inequality in the UK today…
1. In Education… 3 year olds from the richest fifth of households are twice as likely to be 'school ready' than 3 year olds from the poorest fifth of households
2, by health – This is a nice, if dated article which reminds us that Based on 2007-2009 mortality rates, a man aged 65 could expect to live another 17.6 years and a woman aged 65 another 20.2 years. This graphic demonstrates that men and women from routine manual backgrounds are twice as likely to die before the age of 64 than those from professional backgrounds(my title is clearer than that in the picture!)
3. The chances of being a victim of violent crime (available from the ONS and the Home Office Annual crime stats reports)
4. Births outside of wedlock (not that I think the decline in marriage is a bad thing!, unlike the author of the post where I got the info!
The chart below shows the proportion of kids who are born outside marriage by social class in Britain. Its quite a short period of time, but you get the general idea. At the top, things haven't changed much. At the bottom, having children inside marriage is not the norm, and increasingly rare.
More Sources to follow…
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Posted by Realsociology on 22nd June 2013
China and Russia have both been moved to the bottom tier of the U.S. human trafficking rank, joining the likes of North Korea, Sudan, and Zimbabwe, according to a recent U.S. State department report.
In China, the one-child policy and a cultural preference for male children perpetuates the trafficking of brides and prostitutes. Chinese sex trafficking victims have been reported on all of the inhabited continents. Traffickers recruit girls and young women, often from rural areas of China, using a combination of fraudulent job offers, imposition of large travel fees, and threats of physical or financial harm, to obtain and maintain their service in prostitution.
Forced labour is also widely practised in China, in which both internal and external migrants are conscripted to work in coal mines or factories without pay, as well as its continued use of re-education hard labor camps for political dissidents.
In Russia, there are estimates that 50,000 children are involved in involuntary prostitution and about one million people are thought to be exposed to exploitive labor conditions, including extremely poor living conditions, the withholding for documents, and nonpayment for services.
Human Rights Watch has pointed out that some of Russia's labour abuses have occurred during the preparations for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, with some workers enduring "12-hour shifts with one day off per month, having their passports confiscated, being denied employment contracts, and facing unsanitary and overcrowded employer-provided accommodations, with up to 200 migrant workers living in a one single-family home."
While the nature and scale of such absuses isn't on a scale with what's going in Syria, these two nations are not 'rogue states', they make up half of the BRIC nations. Given their status as rapidly growing and globoalising economic superpowers, combined with the size of their populations, the potential for further human rights abuses in these two nations profound.
It would be nice to think that this lower designation results in the U.S. imposing sanctions on these contries countries, such as voting against any IMF or World Bank loans. However, given the historical record of the U.S. tolerating and even supporting governments who champion capital over human rights, I don't think sanctions are likely anytime soon.
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Posted by Realsociology on 9th December 2012
My first ever infographic!
Not perfect I know, and maybe a bit tedious in terms of the 'same old theme' again, but I'm pretty pleased for a first effort…
Disclaimer – The relative sizes might be a bit skewed, I square rooted the relative numbers and then 'tweaked' so they looked about right. Anyways, it's just a first effort, defo more to come. Hopefully one day I can figure out a way to get paid to knock (much more professional versions) of these up.
I made it in inkscape - Pretty easy to get the basics, even for a total novice like me!
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Posted by Realsociology on 29th January 2012
Firslty, like many others, I have to say "Hats of off to Hans' and of course everyone else who works on the 'gapminder project' - With his truly amazing moving data visualisations combined with his enthusiasm – front man Hans Rosling works wonders with stats and maybe makes you think being 60 odd ain't that bad after all…?!
Secondly, Worldmapper which produces the wonderful maps below – which shrink or expand countries according to whatever variable is being examined – The actual original maps are now a bit dated, but this related views of the world' site – has a much borader scope and much more up to date information! On 'views of the world'.
Thirdly, and in at number three because they give us an immediate impression of global inequalities – I still think these colour coded maps are very useful – especially if you project up the map for income, and then HDI/ infant mortality – you can really see the high degree of correlation! The Map below shows HDI – from darkest to lightest blue – Very high to low, 2011 data
Fourthly, these United Nations Human Development Index data trees are cool – which have different colours for the three different elements of data shown in the HDI – Gross National Income per capita, Education levels and Life expectancy.
Fifthly – there is this more in depth data from the UN site - I like this because you can track compare how different elements of the HDI relate to eachother and how they change over time – for numerous countries.
Sixth , and going back to 'simple earth modelling' there are these wonderful pictures of 'the world as a hundred people'
Seventh – there is this miniature earth video - part of the miniature earth project – related to the above obviously – This is the 2010 version – not as nice as the original, as this one's to whale music…. but the most up to date version!
Eighth - there is some great material on this site – Information is Beautiful - not least the 'International number ones' infographic – because every country is best at something! (Click on the link above, the pic below doesn't do it justice!)
Ninth, and only ninth because it's not really a data visualistaion – but still pretty fab for inducing panic – Worldometers is a counting clock that looks population trends, spending on certain things, environmental decline, deaths from certain diseases and society and media. Some of the things you learn are -
And tenth – well I didn't get to ten – If you really can't deal with my stopping at 9. then why not suggest youre favourite 'global data visualisation'?
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Basic Kayaking Information
Whether it is carrying a kayak or simply getting into it, every person who has endeavored to paddle a kayak has found that some tasks are simply easier said than done. This section is designed to help you with those overlooked, yet essential, aspects of paddling a kayak.
- 10 Reason Kayaks are Better
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- How to Empty a Kayak
- Setup and Sit in a Kayak
- How to Tuck When Upside-Down in a Kayak
- How to "Wet" Exit a Kayak
- How to Put On a PFD
- How to Hold a Kayak Paddle
- The Anatomy of a Paddle Stroke
- Strap a Kayak to a Roof Rack
- Strap 2 Kayaks to a Roof Rack
- How to Put On Paddling Gear
Kayaking Technique
Almost anyone can get in a kayak and paddle it around. It is only in advancing past those basic skills that one can truly enjoy the sport and all that kayaking has to offer. Kayaking is all about being one with the kayak and the freedom found in doing so just inches above the surface of the water. Begin to learn these skills to get just one step closer to this goal.
- The "Paddler's Box"
- How to Take a Forward Stroke
- How to Take a Backstroke
- The Kayak Draw Stroke
- Learn to Hip-Snap Your Kayak
- Learn the "Buddy Roll"
- Learn the Eskimo Roll
- How to Roll a Kayak: Skill Progression
- "Hand of God" Kayak Rescue
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- Sea Kayaking Safety Rescues
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Kayak Equipment
Everyone knows that you need a paddle to go kayaking. But what else is needed? And not only what else is needed, but how do you pick out all of that equipment? These articles will help you on your way to your next kayak or kayak equipment purchase.
- The Essential Kayak Equipment
- Choosing the Right Kayak Paddle
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- 10 Safety Items to Have and Wear While Kayaking
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- Gear to Bring on an Overnight Kayaking Trip
- Overnight Kayak Trip Gear Checklist
- Full-Cut Kayak Helmet
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- 5 PFD Tips
- Olympic Canoe/Kayak Gear and Competition
- How To Use a Paddle Float
- How to Pack a Throw Rope Bag
- Sea Kayaking Safety Gear
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If you've been kayaking for a few years and have mastered the above kayaking techniques you're probably thinking of what else you can do to take your paddling to the next level. Here are some topics in kayaking for you to consider.


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IMF: Basel Proposals May Drive Consolidation
Basel III proposed regulatory capital standards might allow large banking organizations to become even more prominent and further concentrate the banking sector, the International Monetary Fund wrote in a new report.
The latest update to the IMF's Global Financial Stability Report finds that large banks with advantages of scale may be better able to absorb the costs of the regulations, which would apply to all U.S. banks unless changed by policymakers. The IMF also wrote that the new banking standards might encourage certain financial activities to move to the nonbank sector.
The federal banking agencies recently released a Basel III a regulatory capital estimation tool that allows every community bank to estimate the impact of the proposed rules. The new calculator has been pre-populated with bank data from the June 30 call reports.
Once community bankers complete the calculator, ICBA strongly urges them to write a comment letter by the Oct. 22 comment deadline describing how the Basel III proposal will affect their risk-based capital ratios. Guidelines for drafting a comment letter, including a template and talking points, can be found on the ICBA website. ICBA also continues to call on community bankers to sign its petition calling on regulators to exempt community banks from the Basel III proposals.
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CFPB: Credit Scores Vary Among Consumers, Creditors
A Consumer Financial Protection Bureau study comparing credit scores sold to creditors and consumers found that approximately one in five consumers would likely receive a meaningfully different score than would a lender. The bureau said that these consumers would likely qualify for different credit offers than they would expect to get based on the score they purchased.
Score discrepancies may generate consumer harm, the CFPB reported. It said that when discrepancies exist between the scores consumers purchase and the scores used by lenders, consumers may take actions that do not benefit them, such as accepting an offer that is worse than what they should expect.
The CFPB also said that there is no way for consumers to know how the score they receive will compare to the score a creditor uses in making a lending decision. It recommended that consumers shop around for credit and check their credit report for accuracy.
The study analyzed credit scores from 200,000 credit files from TransUnion, Equifax and Experian.
FDIC Revises Violation Classifications
The FDIC Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection revised the classification system for citing violations identified during compliance examinations. The change is designed to better communicate to institutions the severity of violations and to provide more consistency in the classification of violations cited in examination reports, the agency said.
The FDIC said violations identified during an examination will be assigned to one of three levels based primarily on the impact to consumers. This is intended to help focus the institution's attention on the most significant issues identified during the examination and place more technical violations in the appropriate perspective.
The new system replaces the current two-level system and will be used in examinations started on or after Oct. 1.
Regulators Update Income Data for CRA Evaluations
Regulators released updated estimates of median family incomes to determine income levels of geographies in Community Reinvestment Act performance evaluations. The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council estimates median family incomes for metropolitan statistical areas, metropolitan divisions and nonmetropolitan portions of each state. The 2012 update is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Home Prices Up Sharply: Case-Shiller
Home prices rose sharply in July, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller home price indexes. The 10-city and 20-city indexes rose 1.5 percent and 1.6 percent, respectively, from the previous month. The indexes were up 0.6 percent and 1.2 percent, respectively, from a year ago.
All 20 cities included in the index and both composites rose on a monthly basis for the third consecutive month. Additionally, prices in 16 of the 20 cities were up from a year ago.
"The news on home prices in this report confirm recent good news about housing," Index Committee Chairman David Blitzer said in a news release. "Single family housing starts are well ahead of last year's pace, existing home sales are up, the inventory of homes for sale is down and foreclosure activity is slowing. All in all, we are more optimistic about housing."
Consumers More Optimistic in September
Consumer confidence improved in September following a decline in August, according to the Conference Board. The Consumer Confidence Index rose from 61.3 to 70.3, and the indexes on consumer expectations and present conditions also rose.
More consumers said business conditions are good, and their assessment of the labor market was more upbeat. Consumers also were more optimistic about the short-term outlook, with more expecting improved business conditions over the next six months.
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University Unions » Michigan Union » Services and Resources
The University of Michigan is a big place, and it's not uncommon for new students to feel slightly overwhelmed. Fortunately, the Michigan Union houses a number of offices dedicated to helping students adjust and experience a sense of community, including counseling, student government, legal services and interpersonal relations.
- Counseling & Psychological Services (Michigan Union)
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) provides multicultural and multidisciplinary expert and caring therapeutic support at no charge for currently enrolled University of Michigan-Ann Arbor campus students. Staff of CAPS includes professional thereapists, psychiatric staff and interns from graduate programs in psychology and social work. Common reasons students go to CAPS include, but are not limited to:
- depression
- anxiety
- academic difficulties
- self-esteem issues
- relationship issues
3100 Michigan Union
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Hours of operation:
8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday
8:00am-8:00pm on Tuesdays during the Fall and Winter terms
- MCard Center/Housing Business Services
The MCard Centers issue student ID's, handle basic MCard services and facilitate free TCF Bank Accounts, all meal plans and manage Blue Bucks accounts. Blue Bucks is a debit card service that was designed to supplement the resident meal plan, but it is also available to all registered students of the University of Michigan. Blue Bucks is accepted by all of the following University Unions' businesses:
- Beanster's
- Bert's
- Commons Cafe
- Freshens Smoothie Company
- Michigan Union Billiards & Games Room
- Mujo Cafe
- Panda Express
- Quiznos
- Subway
- Sushi by Panda
- Taco Bell
- U-go's
- University Club
- Wendy's
- Housing Business Services - North Campus
2101 Bonisteel
B430 Pierpont Commons
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
(734) 763-6294 (phone)
(734) 763-7961 (fax)
M-F: 8:00 to 5:00
- International Center
The International Center provides services and programs to U-M's international community, including students, scholars, faculty, employees, and families; to UM departments and to UM community members interested in study, work or educational travel outside the United States.
It has recently relocated to the Student Activities Building:
1500 Student Activities Building
515 E. Jefferson - Phone 734-647-0658
- The Spectrum Center
The Spectrum Center provides a comprehensive range of education, information and advocacy services working to create and maintain an open, safe and inclusive environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, faculty, and staff, their families and friends, and the campus community at large.
Location: 3200 Michigan Union
Hours: 9am-5pm (M-F)
Phone: (734) 763-4186
Website: http://spectrumcenter.umich.edu/
- Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs
Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA) seeks to service and support the campus community and its diverse, multicultural communities. MESA uses educational programming and activities that address the issues of diversity and social justice through the lens of race and ethnicity.
Location: 2202 Michigan Union
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm (M-F)
Phone: (734) 763-9044
Website: http://mesa.umich.edu/
- Office of Dean of Students
The Office of the Dean of Students works to promote student development and ripen the Michigan experience, offering individual support, programs, services, co-curricular opportunities, policy development and advocacy to students.
Location: 3000 Michigan Union
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm (M-F)
Phone: (734) 764-7420
Website: http://www.umich.edu/~dofs
- Office of Greek Life
The Office of Greek Life supports the fraternity and sorority community on campus with recruitment, event planning, educational programming, social, philanthropic and logistical needs, programming ideas, problem solving and leadership development. Getting involved in the Greek community is a great way to get involved on campus while making lifelong friendships.
Location: 4115 Michigan Union
Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm (M-F); 10:00am-4:00pm (M-F Spring/Summer)
Phone: (734) 936-3686
Website: http://www.umich.edu/~greeks/
- Center for Campus Involvement
The Center for Campus Invovlement (the Center) is a resource specifically designed to help students make the most of your co-curricular experiences. Developing effective student organizations and leaders through training and education is the Center's primary mission.
Location: 2205 Michigan Union
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Phone: (734) 763-5900
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The Bluff's - 322 in Mission Valley
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- pool yes
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This 1 bd / 1 ba condo is the perfect spot for families visiting San Diego. This spacious and budget friendly unit is located in the Fashion Valley area of San Diego right across the street from the Riverwalk Golf Course! One of the main advantages of this location is that you are really close to everything yet not right in all the high traffic areas that some of the beach communities possess. The Fashion Valley Mall is right down the street less than 3 miles. The entrance to Sea World is right down the street heading west and also less than 3 miles. The San Diego Zoo, Downtown Gaslamp District, Qualcomm Stadium, & Old Town are less than a 10 min. drive from this property & freeway access is super easy. You can also be in three of the most popular beaches within approx. 10 mins. (Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, or Ocean Beach) This property is also great for business travelers who frequent San Diego.
This complex boast underground parking for 1 car, 2 large swimming pools, as well as tennis courts!
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activities and attractions in Mission Valley San Diego Area
Riverwalk Golf Course
Fashion Valley Mall
Sea World
San Diego Zoo
Downtown Gaslamp District
Mission Beach
Pacific Beach
Ocean Beach
Seaport Village
vacation rental rates
3 night min. stay requried during off season
7 night min. (Sat - Sat) required during peak season
4 night min. stay required during holidays
All reservations require a $250. refundable deposit per reservation
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Rovio's Angry Birds may have started out as an app for iOS, but once success hit, it expanded beyond Apple's mobile operating system, with versions of the game available across all major platforms – mobile, PC, consoles and more. One of the most diverse entries in the ever-growing catalogue is Angry Birds Friends, the social version of the game played through Facebook.
Now, that same game has been adapted for mobile, and Angry Birds Friends has been released for both iOS and Android. Like the Facebook original, it pits you and your birds against your pals on the social network, but instead of competing across hundreds of levels, you play weekly tournaments. What's more, in the Facebook original, there were several opportunities to purchase coins to spend on power-ups. Never one to miss a way to make money, Rovio has integrated this here too.
We'll come back to that thorny subject shortly, but first let's look at the game. The Angry Birds formula hasn't changed much in Friends, so at its most basic, you're still catapulting birds at pigs holed up inside rickety fortresses. However, while in other games you continued working through dozens of stages set in a particular world, in Friends you get six different levels each week to play through. Each is essentially a high score challenge, and the aim is to beat your friends.
Rovio appreciates that your friends may not all play Angry Birds, so has a pair of UI opponents too, but their scores aren't really challenging and are easy to beat. If you're hoping to play Angry Birds Friends and don't have a Facebook account, you're out of luck, as it requires you to sign in before starting. Like other social games, you can invite your friends to play, send gifts and challenge them to a game. It also syncs with the Facebook version.
It's here where you'll know if Friends is going to be for you or not. It really does need you to have a decent haul of Facebook friends, and preferably, for you and them to be playing the game already. If your Facebook friends don't play games, or don't care about Angry Birds, then the game's a bit of a washout. The six levels are completed in 15 minutes or so, and that's it until the game refreshes the week after. Rovio hopes you'll be back to increase your score, but this probably won't happen more than once. The social aspect is key here, and having one or two friends playing doesn't really cut it.
So, back to those in-app purchases. If you've played the original Angry Birds, or one of its sequels such as Angry Birds Rio recently, you'll be familiar with the power-ups Rovio has introduced. These include a stronger catapult, bird seed to increase your bird's power, and an earthquake generator, and they've all been added in here too. You get a selection of them as standard, but to replenish your stock they must be purchased using Bird Coins. These are earned by winning tournaments, or bulk packs can be bought. The game can be played without using them, but their availability means players will inevitably be tempted, so to win tournaments, you may have to as well. This could see Angry Birds Friends turning into a spending spree.
However, for this to happen you've got to be engaged enough to play it on a regular basis. A level a day is fun when it's the Christmas edition of Seasons and it's like a advent calendar, but here it just feels restrictive and a bit tedious. Facebook games are played that way, but on iOS it doesn't really work, and you find yourself going back to one of the other Angry Birds games to get your fix. Ultimately, you can take the game out of Facebook, but you can't take Facebook out of the game, and this drastically restricts the appeal of Angry Birds Friends.
On the positive side, the graphics, audio and physics are all up to the usual excellent standards, and the app is universal for the iPhone and the iPad. It's also free to download, so even if you don't think you'll play very often, you can give the six levels and the practice stages a go without spending any money. As to whether you continue playing in the future depends on your Facebook account, and if your friends are keen to join in.


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When oh when will Nexus NFC payment be available in the UK?!
[[ EDIT : Talking specifically about NFC via my rooted Galaxy Nexus ]]
So the rumour is that Google Wallet will work in the UK before the Olympics. I don't know if anyone knows anything a little more concrete than that?
There is also, apparently, an option through Orange (who I am with currently), although this seems a complete non-starter.
I have a rooted nexus and have a pre-paid card loaded up in my wallet yet can't buy a milkshake from McDonald's with my phone. This pains me horribly.
Anyone know of any way to get these payments through in the UK yet?


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Bobby Brown in rehab after March DUI arrest
NEW YORK, USA (AP) — Bobby Brown has checked himself into rehab.
Brown's representative said in an email today that the R&B singer checked into a "confidential rehabilitation centre" last week as part of his agreement following his March arrest for drunken driving in Los Angeles.
His publicist says that Brown's plea agreement in the case requires that he gets treatment for alcohol use. His attorney Christopher Brown says in a statement that Brown "takes his agreement very seriously."
The 43-year-old singer is the former husband of Whitney Houston, who died this year.
Brown still plans to perform scheduled solo concerts and tour with his group New Edition. His first album in 14 years came out this summer.


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Just another Apple Built TV service idea...
It is a common practice to guess what Apple would do next to a level that even CEOs of companies have started putting up concepts and ideas of what the next apple device would be. Lesser mortals like us often take it on us to do that as well.
I am no UX designer and whatever I attempted till now hasn't resulted in anything convincing to me. So I decided to present my concept of how an apple tv would work as an idea. Simple text and let your brain do the imagination.
Think of it completely in the world of websites and their RSS feeds. Your Apple TV experience could be like watching videos like you read news on a RSS reader like Pulse.
Assuming the major TV networks opens up their content (Like they do in their own app now) and their programming list (like they do now) to Apple. All that apple has to do is to build an RSS like Video app that aggregates these content from multiple providers. The idea is that Users can visit a single Apple page and register for the network content. They can either subscribe to a network completely or subscribe to a show (of varying and competitive pricing).
1. A User will create their own list of channels like "News" that combines programming from multiple news networks, "Entertainment" from multiple networks like TBS, TNT, NBC etc, "Sports" from ESPN, FOX Sports etc.
2. Each User created channel would feature these programming in a timeline like you see news on a live RSS feed. If you have more than one programming a particular period in time - the Interface will automatically mark them as "Unviewed" and the programming anyway lives in the cloud (Apple's or the networks') You could always retrieve it on demand.
3. Essentially your channel is your collection of programs that you'd like to watch. Sometime you need everything in a channel and that can be a separate channel by itself.
4. If you would like to go to a live programming from a particular network like CNN - during a breaking news you could go there as well. Think of it like going to a website from an RSS view of the news. If you have subscribed to the network as opposed to a specific content you get to see their live programming. Else, if the network chooses to open up the content for a specific time - you get to watch it. If you have to order it - you order it on your screen. All through your iTunes account. (Think of if it like WSJ RSS feed - to reading the full content on subscription or buying an album vs a Song)
5. If you haven't subscribed to a network or would like to download content - you will do so by buying from iTunes store like you do now.
6. Notifications will be integrated so that your programming notifications are available on your TV and on your iOS device.
7. Your menu controls would be on your iOS device on an App. This programming - since its over the internet would mean you'd be able to watch the same on your iPad while some one else is using Apple TV + A TV in the living room. Unlimited access to content.
8. An apple designed TV would integrate the Apple TV box into the TV such that your living room is now uncluttered. No boxes, No multiple remotes. Your TV and your iOS device with very minimal onscreen control. The current Apple TV will be upgraded with these features for Non Apple Built TV screen.
9. Apple may choose to subsidize iPod touch when bundled with the Apple built TV. Additionally if Games and other apps can be installed - apple would bring entertainment (Via Airplay from your computer) and games apart from Live programming from the network. Facetime as well.
10. A user will end up purchasing High speed Internet from Internet providers. 20 Mbps and you are (probably) set. (I don't know what the usage would be for X hours - the average TV time -of HD)
11. Instead of the networks carrying multiple apps - they open up their content in an agreed manner to apple and apple serves it up by aggregating from multiple servers.
12. Networks will have direct understanding how many are watching a show just like us calculating the page load event in a news website. Their ads will be based on that. [Subscription + Ad based Revenue Model]
13. Just like ATT when iPhone release, Comcast, Verizon, Astound, Time warner would all provide the infrastructure and companies like apple would partner between networks and serve the content on their device.
14. Not all would want Apple's model or use Apple's service. This would shake up the way set top boxes are designed. They would end up merely being the container for software, which has a RSS like Video provider.
15. Apple might end up patenting that user interface to provide RSS like A-la-carte channels. Of course - X% revenue to apple. Apple brings content directly to User. More targeted viewer base than by having a cable operator shove everything to the user - whether they like it or not. (how many of us watch more than 10 networks)
16. Smaller channels capable of producing and releasing content can now register for apple TV. Verge can start live news content for technology news and videos from such tech sites an be submitted as content and user will say be able to watch Vergecast, 90Secs, reviews of the day etc like a news channel. If its Free - as it is today - it will always be free and accessible by viewers for free.
a. It also means you'd end up getting channels across the globe in a much easier manner. Might need some legislation to easily pick any channels but possible.
b. If you buy a TV in the US and say try to use it in Europe - all that you'd do is get all channels that are approved to be viewed outside US and may be set you up for listings locally for EU. Like Itunes store music availability. (I hope they can get off this restriction and view everything everywhere)
The issue I see is most of these cable operators would be not very happy giving up their entire business but would instead remodel it the same way based on Apple's. Comcast could do the same. On the other hand they could find ways to cap the traffic to apple servers and provide theirs in a beneficial manner. Very un competitive but possible.
Apple has to still set up to download programming via satellite and setup serves for live streaming of them to your apple tv. That also means they get the feed, encode it in such a way that it can reach a consumer.
This explanation is to give an idea - but the real work is to design the interface in an uncluttered manner.
Tell me what you think.


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In this tutorial we'll combine basic shapes to make a camera silloutte in Photoshop before bringing it over to After Effects. We'll learn how to directly select font layers in combination w/ the paths tool to create unique shadows and pick up on some short cuts here and there. We'll also be, please don't hate me, making a small sacrifice doing some folder organizing to better help control our creative chaos. But hey, I don't think anyone truly enjoys losing track of files so lets try and put an end to most of that... This way we can get back to the more important things in life.... Have fun!


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Police ID passenger who died on Neb-to-Ariz flight
MESA, Ariz. (AP) _ Authorities have released the name of a man who died on a flight from Nebraska to Arizona.
Mesa police said Friday that the passenger was 81-year-old Richard L. Nootz of Lincoln, Neb.
Allegiant Air officials say the incident occurred Thursday afternoon on Flight 115 from Lincoln/Grand Isle, Neb.
Allegiant spokesman Justin Ralenkotter told Phoenix TV station KPHO that as the plane approached Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, the flight crew declared a medical emergency.
After the plane touched down at the Mesa airport, fire department officials say the passenger was pronounced dead.
Authorities say the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office is working to determine the cause of death.
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Aga Khan Academy Mombasa Head of Science Department speaks at AKU-ISMC
October 16, 2008
On 16 October, Aziz Batada, Head of the Science Department at the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa presented an overview of the Academies and led a discussion session with the Institute's students and faculty entitled 'Creating Capacity for Local Knowledges'. During the session Batada introduced the work of the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa, and discussed a range of issues related to the Academy. The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa, was inaugurated in August 2003, and is the first of the planned network of 18 Academies across Africa, South and Central Asia, and the Middle East. The academic programme, intended to foster an ethical and public-minded approach, is designed to enhance students' capacity for academic excellence, their analytical and critical thinking skills, sense of civic responsibility, their understanding of global issues, and their creativity. The programme is characterised by active student participation, rather than passive listening and watching, and is led by an experienced local and international faculty, dedicated to the students' learning and growth and to their own continuous professional and personal development. International examination results place the school in the top tier for academic performance worldwide. After introducing the academies and their work, including a slideshow depicting students engaged in a variety of activities, Batada led a lively discussion session. The discussion centred on a range of different questions. "Why are the academies important? Why are we teaching, and in which contexts? What is important about the academies is that it is the values that come out – and this is reflected in the types of relationships that our students are able to form, both between humans, and their environment," Batada emphasised. Batada explained that the schools are being established around the world for a range of different reasons. "Firstly, these schools are being established because there is a lack of good educational opportunities, especially for the poor in Africa, the Middle East and South Asia. In addition to this, there is a brain drain occurring, whereby skilled workers from developing countries are either not returning or remaining in their own countries," Batada concluded. Batada also discussed the importance of each academy engaging with and involving the local context in which it operates. In this regard, the academies can be seen as creating capacities for local knowledges. The session, attended by AKU-ISMC's MA students, acted as an introduction to the work of other parts of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). Through the creation of such links, the Institute hopes to expose students to a range of institutions who may serve as host organisations for post-degree internships, while simultaneously exposing these institutions to AKU-ISMC's students who, in due course, may be seeking employment in such organisations.


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By Karen Bradner | Local Kitchen Highlights by Christina Kleiner | Photos by Craig Thompson
The telltale signs of a dated kitchen are easy to spot. It might be the paint color on the walls, the knobs on the appliances, the faucet at the sink, or the laminate on the countertops.
How do those compare to the signs of today's kitchen?
We've asked a cross section of Pittsburgh area homeowners and the contractors and designers behind their kitchens to share the latest and greatest in designs, features, and appliances. Take a look at their choices to see how well your current kitchen stands up. Or use their input to get cooking on your own remodel.
Neighborhood: Greensburg
Homeowners: Sue and Ken White
Kitchen style: Traditional, Remodeled in 2011
Home style: Neocolonial
"I have eight grandchildren. In addition to cooking, the countertops are great for Play-Doh and racing toy cars.
If they accidentally color on the granite it wipes right off."
Interior designer: Amy Speranza, Interior Advisors at Murrysville Design Center; Contractor: Frank Werner, Babz Construction; Cabinetry: Dura Supreme, Beverly Ackerman; Flooring: Refinishing by Pete Dawes, Design Hardwoods; Countertops: Namibian Giallo, Vangura; Plumbing: Kohler, Crescent Supply; Appliances: Hillmon Appliance; Lighting: Currey and Company; Paint: Sherwin-Williams Persimmon
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(12/11/13) - There's no denying the appeal of the ugly holiday sweater.
"Take anything you would put on your tree and just throw it on yourself, and make a big splat of gaudiness," said Kim King, Auburn Jaycees member.
It might look like your office's wild holiday party, but it isn't. Plenty of gaudiness, and a little tackiness, will be on display Saturday morning when the Jaycees of Auburn host their first ever Ugly Sweater Run 5K.
"Hundreds of ugly sweaters running through Auburn, just going crazy, trying to get to the finish line," said Erin Poltorak, Auburn Jaycees president.
Groups of carolers will line the course, which loops through town, and begins and ends in Auburn Park. Every finisher earns a snowflake medal.
"We also have our nice reindeer for our first place finishers in each age group, and we'll also give away prizes for ugliest sweater, fastest reindeer, and cutest elf," Poltorak said.
Proceeds will benefit Bay City's Good Samaritan Rescue Mission.
"The Jaycees, our primary mission, is to learn leadership skills through service to our community. For a lot of our events, we pick different non-profits that our funds can go to. Everything we do goes right back into our community in Bay County," Poltorak said.
We put the call out to our ABC12 viewers on Facebook to help us find the ugliest of the ugly holiday sweaters, and you guys came through in a big way. The ugliest of the ugliest, voted by our viewers was a piece of handiwork made by Jim Aspen and his daughter. So ugly, that it's beautiful.
The Jaycees hope Saturday's race will inspire others to get crafty, give back, and get fit, while making a fashion statement along the way.
"Anyone can own the ugliness in the Ugly Sweater Run, so put whatever you've got together, and come on out," said Sarah Suchy, Auburn Jaycees member.
You can register for Saturday's Ugly Sweater Run either online, or in person.
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Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.
Too much floating and not much stinging by the Heat -- a proper epiphany for Game 1.
Credit the Bulls for coming out and playing their style of
Rugby NBA ball.
Pretty clean game for the most part and the refs may have been in slight favor for the Bulls style of play, which is to say they didn't call up some nonsense the Bulls were doing. Credit that to their coach. Their fanbase certainly can't complain about any vast conspiracies from Stern tonight.
Tomorrow is another day, and so is Wednesday.
On to Game Two !


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After battling our way up Bond Street in the swealtering heat (glamourous, non?) we arrived at Selfridges to be ushered through the crowds into a cordened off lift which took us up to the rooftop terrace which has been given a complete Karl-over. Walls, boards, seats, Karl Lagerfeld's iconic image was plastered on everything as far as the eye could see. I particularly loved the black and white (natch) Karl flags flying majestically from the chimneys. The champagne was flowing, caviar and tasty lobster bites being proffered around by uniformed waiters and as for my fellow guests… Think Daphne Guinness, Rosario Dawson, Hilary Alexander, Suzy Menkes, Poppy Delevigne, Edie Campbell and just about every magazine editor in town. Several hours and countless glasses of champagne later, we were informed that Karl had entered the building and the sheer excitement among a group of such innately cool and influential fashion insiders was amazing to see. As you've probably gathered, this was party was pretty spectacular and not an evening I'll forget anytime soon. A couple of snaps of well dressed guests just wouldn't do it justice so I thought I'd share this behind-the-scenes video with you instead, enjoy!
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And on Saturday, August 2nd, 2014, the Eagles rested.
The Philadelphia Eagles will hold three training camp practices open to the public. Read on for more details about ticket information, fan activities, special events, and more.
The Philadelphia Eagles are testing Google Glass with hopes of enhancing the fan experience at Lincoln Financial Field.
The Eagles removed the banner that looks like DeSean Jackson (but officially isn't) from the exterior of Lincoln Financial Field.
The Eagles announced the addition of 1,600 seats to Lincoln Financial Field. The team also announced an increase in ticket prices.
The Philadelphia Eagles announced a partnership with Panasonic that includes adding brand new video boards to Lincoln Financial Field.
The Philadelphia Eagles video crew has done a great job this year. Their latest and last video for the 2013 season is a "Thank You" to all the fans.
The Eagles have won four straight games at Lincoln Financial Field.
Sources said the possibility of Temple and Villanova both playing football in Lincoln Financial Field also has been discussed.
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton is having one of his best career games against an aggressive New York Jets defense adept at rushing opposing passers. At halftime, the Bengals lead the Jets, 28-6.
Dalton completed 62.5 percent of his passes in the first half, throwing for 257 yards, four touchdowns and one interception. It's easy to assume wide receiver A.J. Green is having a monster day given the stat line, but he's been relatively quiet -- heading to the locker room with 62 yards on two receptions. Instead it's Marvin Jones breaking out against the Jets. Working against rookie cornerback Dee Milliner, Jones has totaled 116 yards receiving and three touchdowns.
Geno Smith is trying to answer back, but is struggling with a subpar receiving corps. He has 81 yards passing on the day, while getting no support from his running backs as both Bilal Powell and Chris Ivory have been unable to make an impact against a tough Bengals defensive line.
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Police are looking into a home invasion that happened shortly before 10 p.m. Saturday.
Capt. William Collins told CBS 3 that after knocking on the door, two males forced their way inside the home where there were two people staying.
One of the two males showed a gun.
The assailants took a television and some jewelry.
Collins said that while the incident remains under investigation, they do have good leads on the case.
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