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Hilsenrath Warns Fed Rate-Hike Timing Debate IntensifyingSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 14:16
The Wall Street Journal's Jon Hilsenrath unleashed an instantaneous reaction to today's FOMC minutes and the message is clear - markets are much less uncertain than the Fed about the timing (sooner rather than later) of the first rate-hike. The minutes of the meeting, Hilsy notes, provide fresh evidence of an intensifying debate inside the central bank about when to respond to a surprisingly swift descent in the unemployment rate and rising consumer prices. The minutes appeared to reflect a slightly more aggressive stance than Ms. Yellen's testimony.
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FOMC Minutes Show Many Members Believe Rates Should Rise SoonerSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 14:03
These are the minutes from when the Fed toned down deflation fears and raised concerns over labor slack, and expectations going in were for a slightly more hawkish tone from the minutes (and perhaps commentary on financial stability - bubbles - and exit strategies). This is what we got:
Sounds pretty hawkish to us...
Pre-FOMC Minutes: S&P Futs 1982.5, 10Y 2.4175%, Gold $1294 , USDJPY 103.40, Oil $95.40
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The Housing Bubble's Silver LiningSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 13:52
The disastrous blowback from inflating housing bubbles is painfully obvious: as housing becomes unaffordable, households impoverish themselves to "get in now before it's too late;" malinvestment (i.e. McMansions in the middle of nowhere) flourishes as housing becomes a speculative financial vehicle rather than shelter; retirement funds are sold designed-to-default mortgage-backed securities, and when the bubble finally pops, those lured into buying at the top are left underwater, owing more on their mortgage than their house is worth. But the euphoria and greed of the bubble mindset do serve one valuable purpose...
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All That Is Wrong With US Foreign Policy In One TweetSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 13:30
Pool: after statement Obama headed to the Vineyard Golf Club
— Zeke Miller (@ZekeJMiller) August 20, 2014
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GMO: "There Is No Safe Place To Hide"Submitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 13:24
"Today's environment, however, is quite distinct, as seen in the chart below, where we lay out the GMO seven-year forecasts in a volatility (an imperfect shorthand for risk) versus return format for the traditional asset classes, or betas. This beta desert is so challenging because not only are there no asset classes that we believe are priced to deliver 5% real return (the red line), there is also no safe place to hide and wait (the green circle)." - GMO
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The World Comments On FergusonSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 13:01
You know you've lost the plot when Egypt, Iran, China and the United Nations all feel so comfortable they have the moral high ground that they publicly chastise the U.S. about events in Ferguson.
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Gaza Truce Talks Over; Hamas Warns World To "Halt All International Flights To Israel"Submitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 12:58
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President Obama To Explain Why We're Gonna Need Moar Airstrikes In Iraq - Live FeedSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 12:50
While it is not clear what President Obama will discuss this morning in his daily dictation; we suspect, on the heels of yesterday's gruesome American journalist beheading video from ISIS, that he will explain why 'humanitarian' airstrikes in Iraq will continue until morale improves. Perhaps he will re-dip his toe back into the ongoing Ferguson riots - noting his right hand man Holder is on the case? Or finally, perhaps he will opine on the surge in US stocks recently as proof America is beating Putin back? As a reminder, the President is back in Martha's Vineyard...
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Russian Convoy Crosses Border, Enters Ukraine CustomsSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 12:43
Reports are coming in that, following Russian ministry urging this morning that the humanitarian mission start as soon as possible (following ongoing Ukrainian attacks on Donetsk and Eastern Ukraine), that the white humanitarian trucks of the Russian convoy are crossing the border into Ukraine customs.
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How The Swiss Deal With Police BrutalitySubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 11:57
With all the world's eyes firmly focused on Ferguson, Missouri; we thought the following clip from a Swiss soccer match would provide some context for what is possible...
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Russia Shuts Moscow McDonalds Due To "Sanitary Breaches"Submitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 11:38
Sanctions blowback? Russian food safety watchdog Rospotrebnadzor has ordered the closure of four McDonalds restaurants in Moscow, according to Reuters, due to "numerous sanitary breaches."
This was not entirely a surprise since Russia had previously raised concerns over McDonalds cheese and was angered when the fast-food restaurant ceased operations in Crimea. This also comes on the heels of McDonalds problems in China and Japan over food supply issues. It appears the "tangible losses" Putin promised, are beginning.
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Why The Casino Is Dangerous: There Is Nothing BelowSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 11:10
The algos and chart traders are making another run at 2000 on the S&P 500, attempting to convince the wary investor one more time that buying on the dips is a no brainer. And in that proposition they are, ironically, correct. To buy this utterly manipulated market at these nosebleed valuation levels is about as brainless of an undertaking as is imaginable.
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"Worst. Recovery. Ever." Except For BankersSubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 10:44
For most (practically all) Americans, this is officially the worst recovery ever. As we pointed out previously, wage growth has never been slower in a post World War II recovery. However, not everyone is hurting...
This comes just weeks after Morgan Stanley announced it would raise junior banker salaries by 25%. It appears President Obama's hopes for 'fair, livable' minimum wage is being heeded by the banking community - good patriots, they are.
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It's Official: For Caterpillar, The "Great Recovery" Is Now Worse Than The "Great Recession"Submitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 10:18
In October 2008, the month after Lehman failed and the Great Recession started, industrial bellwether Caterpillar underwent a series of 19 consecutive, record, declines in Global dealer retail sales declines, finally emerging from its unprecedented funk in May of 2010, just in time to celebrate the start of financial and economic Greece's collapse which ended with a sovereign default. Well, as of July 2014, that record is no longer valid, because starting with a -1% drop in Global retail sales in December 2012, CAT has now posted a new record of 20 consecutive global delaer retail sales declines, after a -9% Y/Y print for the month of July.
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Ten Killed From "Ebola-Like Symptoms" In Africa's Second Largest CountrySubmitted by Tyler Durden on 08/20/2014 - 09:20
While the world awaits the test results from an Ebola suspect in Sacramento to learn if Ebola has now officially entered the US, the epidemic in Africa has now drifted away from the confines of its original hotspots of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone, and after spreading to Africa's most populous nation Nigeria, and the third most populated city in the world, Lagos, it appears to have just entered the second largest country in Africa by area, and fourth most populous African nation: the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Hail the RPI
The fact that Sean Miller's old boss is the head of the NCAA tournament selection committee this season may or may not make a difference for the Wildcats' placement.
But Arizona's high RPI will, maybe even more after the NCAA took a harder look at the RPI formula, which heavily weighs strength of schedule.
Xavier athletic director Mike Bobinski, the committee chair, said in a conference call Wednesday that a notable statistician told the NCAA that the RPI stacked up well in comparison to other rankings after they were analyzed.
"The RPI actually did end up with the highest level of predictive value and the highest correlation with ultimate success in the tournament," Bobinski said. "That doesn't mean we're going to use it more or less this year. It's just a very interesting piece of information."
Arizona's RPI is seven, down from four last week before the Wildcats lost to California.
Unhappy departure
Former Wildcat guard Daniel Bejarano played only 30 minutes over eight games for the Wildcats in 2010-11 before transferring to Colorado State. But he told the Coloradan of Fort Collins that he was motivated when former UA coach Lute Olson told him he would be playing for the Wildcats if Olson were still coaching.
Bejarano was also critical of UA coach Sean Miller, saying Miller "cares more about money than winning," yelled at his AAU coach and used inappropriate language with his mother.
Miller has declined comment through the UA, and messages left by the Star for Bejarano's mother, Barbara Butler, and his AAU coach, Ray Arvizu, were not returned.
Bejarano is averaging 6.8 points and 6.3 rebounds in 22.8 minutes per game this season for the 24th-ranked Rams.
Rocky Mountain high
Other than walk-on forward Max Wiepking, a Denver native, there may not be much concern in the Arizona Wildcats' program this week about making a second Pac-12 trip into altitude this week.
Both UA players made available for media interviews this week, Solomon Hill and Nick Johnson, said they felt no differently while playing at the Coors Events Center last season - even though Johnson struggled with two points and 1-for-5 shooting over 23 minutes.
Hill managed 10 points and 10 rebounds in 30 minutes.
"I don't feel like it was an issue," Hill said. "Max kind of says it's a big deal since he's a Nuggets fan, but when you're out there on the court and the only thing you think about is the next possession, you really don't think about the altitude."
Dotson doubtful
One of Utah's key newcomers this season, LSU transfer guard Aaron Dotson, has had a rough start with the Utes.
Dotson, who was playing 17.3 minutes a game for the Utes, was sidelined with a stress fracture in his foot early in the season and has missed the past month with knee issues.
Utah coach Larry Krystkowiak said there's still a chance Dotson could return before the end of the season.
"He's starting to get engaged in some activity," Krystkowiak said. "We'll see how he responds."
Any day, any time
Some Pac-12 coaches expressed more concern this week about the scheduling shift that has teams playing more often on Wednesdays and Sundays, noting that the Sunday games can force a team to take an off day on Monday that results in a shorter preparation for the week ahead. NCAA rules mandate an off day once per week.
Washington's Lorenzo Romar told a Seattle radio station that the conference might tweak the schedule to have a home and a road game in the same week, so as to avoid long travel weekends. But Colorado's Tad Boyle and Arizona's Sean Miller aren't among the complainers.
Miller said "however you slice it" basketball scheduling is difficult.
"You know, college football coaches are a lot smarter than college basketball coaches," Miller said, smiling. "You take a look at their calendar, and they have it pretty well figured out comprehensively."
Basketball coaches "tend to burst at the seams at virtually everything we do, whether it's the recruiting calendar, the immense travel and the fact that we play more games. You get into this time of year, you've been through a lot. And every conference has those trips that are harder than others. Sometimes in the West where we go is a little bit farther, but that's all part of it."
Bruce Pascoe
No. 9 Arizona at Colorado, 8 p.m. today, Pac-12 Arizona, 1290-AM, 107.5-FM
He said it …
"They're a very hard-playing man-to-man team. They have (Andre) Roberson, who is one of the best on-ball defenders and is a great help defender. When he's in the game or out makes a huge difference. They're not a great rebounding team, but Roberson is the second-best rebounder in the country (11.6), so they really rely on him to get the ball."
James Whitford, Arizona associate head coach who scouted the Buffaloes
No. 9 Arizona at Utah, 1 p.m. Sunday, Pac-12 Arizona, 1290-AM, 107.5-FM
He said it …
"It's amazing. Every game (Utah plays) is close. They were up at Oregon, and that tells us all we need to know, and they beat Colorado. They get (Jason) Washburn the ball, and (Jordan) Loveridge is very good."
Joe Pasternack, Arizona assistant coach who scouted the Utes

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Leckhampton Community
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Your nearest police station is Cheltenham Town Centre Station
Cheltenham Town Centre Police Station, Talbot House, Lansdown Road, Cheltenham GL51 6QT GL51 6QT
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Cheltenham South Weekly Newsletter
On a weekly basis Pc Ian Miles compiles a report that is sent to over 600 Key individuals and Neighbourhood watch Co-ordinators across the south of Cheltenham.
This Neighbourhood briefing details crimes of note during the last week, to raise awareness so that the residents can take relevant actions and also an update on some of the work that Leckhampton Community Team is undertaking -
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Leckhampton Community Updates
PCSO Julie Lewis writes -
There have been a number of dwelling and non-dwelling burglaries in the area and I urge all residents all residents to secure their homes when going out, gardening, moving to other parts of the house or retiring to bed. Currently 50% of all burglaries are through unlocked and open doors & windows.
I would like to remind all residents at this time not to leave any item on display in their cars. Please do not leave anything on show, such as sat navs, mobile phones or loose change. A jacket or blanket in the car looks to you like a blanket, but to a thief looks like a cover for something far more valuable.
It is very important that residents continue to be vigilant. If you have any suspicions or see something or someone you consider to be suspicious, please do not hesitate to report it on the non-emergency no. 101, or if you believe something may be in progress call 999.
Drop -in Surgeries
The Leckhampton Children's Centre, Hall Road:
Tuesday 18/06/13: 12.30-2.00pm
Tuesday 23/07/13: 12.30-2.00pm
and at The Emmanuel Church Hall, Fairfield Parade, Leckhampton on:
Wednesday 24/07/13 - 2.30-4.00pm
Street Surgeries
I have carried out numerous 'targeted' Surgeries which have been very successful. There has been good attendance from residents in those areas, who have been able to find out what has been going on in their road, share information with me which may have come to light, receive free crime reduction advice and literature. They are proving to be a very effective way of meeting the local community where the residents can share their views and concerns with me directly.
Neighbourhood Watch
I am very pleased to report that we are referring more and more people to our Neighbourhood Watch Field Officer who are interested in becoming Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinators, with a good mixture of age groups wanting to become involved.
We have new schemes in the following roads
- Leckhampton Road
- Hall Road x 2 schemes
- Highland Road
- Pilford Avenue
- Peregrine Road
- Merlin Way x 2 schemes
- Allenfield Road
- Hobby Close
If you would like any information about Neighbourhood Watch, you can contact me, or William Carpenter, the Field Officer. His email address is email@example.com.
Safe at Home - a service for older and disable people across Gloucestershire
Safe at Home is the new county-wide Home Improvement Agency, to help vulnerable people to maintain their independence and continue living in their own homes. Gloucestershireshire County Council and its partners have appointed local provider 'Mears' to deliver the service which will deliver home aids and adaptions, repairs and improvements, a handyperson service, (who can install new/additional locks and other home security measures), as well as give advice on funding and benefits that are available to people to help them stay at home. If you are disabled, or over 60 and in receipt of means tested benefit, the service is usually free - if you are not, you can still use this service for a simple charge.
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Daily foot patrol
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- Welfare checks
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- Open Day visits/patrols at the Sue Ryder Hospice
The Emmanuel Youth Group now meets on the following dates:
- 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at Emmanuel Church Hall from 6.30pm-8pm
- Every Tuesday at St Peter's Church, Leckhampton for Arts & Crafts from 6.30pm-8pm
- Every Friday at St Philip & St James, Leckhampton from 7pm-9pm
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Cindy Walton - Hospital Liaison Officer
Cindy is the team's primary contact with Cheltenham General Hospital and other health care facilities in the area and works with them to promote community contact. She maintains a Police Information Point (PIP) within the A&E department at CGH and holds regular surgeries there. She also takes a lead role in working with a variety of agencies in supporting vulnerable people across the Cheltenham South area.
Monthly Events
Leckhampton Drop-In Surgeries
Date:12:00AM Monday 16 September 2013
Address: Leckhampton
Emmanuel Church Hall, Fairfield Parade, Leckhampton:
- Wednesday 19/03/2014 between 3pm- 4pm
- Wednesday 09/04/2014 between 3pm-4pm
- Wednesday 14/05/2014 between 3pm-4pm
- Wednesday 11/06/2014 between 3pm-4pm
- Wednesday 09/07/2014 between 3pm-4pm
Leckhampton Children's Centre, Hall Road, Leckhampton:
- Tuesday 11/02/2014 between 12.30pm-2pm
- Tuesday 11/03/2014 between 12.30pm-2pm
- Tuesday 08/04/2014 between 12.30pm-2pm
- Tuesday 20/05/2014 between 12.30pm-2pm
- Tuesday 17/06/2014 between 12.30pm-2pm
- Tuesday 29/07/2014 between 12.30pm-2pm
St Peter's Church, The Cottages, Church Road, Leckhampton
- February - no drop-in
- Monday 10/03/2014 between 11am-1200
- Monday 28/04/2014 between 11am-1200
- Monday 19/05/2014 between 11am-1200
- June - no drop-in
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This week, the 2012 Vermont State Champion South Burlington Little League all stars get a chance to ask the Lake Monsters questions. The guys had a slow start to the New England Championship tournament in Bristol, Connecticut, but turned it around quick. South Burlington won 2 straight, including a 10-9 victory over the Rhode Island State champs. In the semifinals, South Burlington played a terrific game against the eventual New England champs from Connecticut, coming up short 4-3 but making the Green Mountain State proud. @
Sammy, a 12 years old first baseman asks, "What's your favorite sports movie?"
Sam Roberts, Lake Monsters Infielder: "Sammy, that is a great question. One of my favorite movies is Rudy. It's a very inspirational story about a Notre Dame walk on football player. He wasn't the strongest, fastest or Biggest, but he worked hard everyday and eventually got to play for one of the best teams in the country."
Ben, an 11 years old pitcher asks, "What's the fastest pitch you've ever thrown?"
Tyler Vail, Lake Monsters Pitcher: "That's a good question Ben. The fastest pitch I've ever thrown was 97 and it was this past May in an Arizona League game."
Noah, a 12 year old Center Fielder asks, "What is the most important catch you ever made?"
Austin Booker, Lake Monsters Infielder: "That's a great question Noah. The most important catch I ever made was in the college world series when I made a diving catch down the right field line to save 2 runs for our team to keep the inning 0-0."
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I know this is my 2nd draft in the last couple of days but my goal is to be a scout so practice makes perfect. Plus I wanted to give a new list of prospects we could go after. We also have a second 7th rd pick.
I still think we make the trade but its more likely that we get a 2nd and a 3rd.
2a: Leonard Hankerson/WR/Mia(FL): Improved route runner with HUGE hands. Catches almost everything. Great compliment to Roddy and plus hes from WR U.
2b: Sam Acho/DE/Tex: This DE class this year isnt that deep so I assume TD grabs one early. Acho has nice speed and has been impressive at the senoir bowl. Could have an immediate impact.
3a: Derrick Locke/RB/UK: As i said before its really a toss up between him and Vereen for me. He also has great field vision, is a little faster than Vereen, and has a little power to boot. He also can catch very well.
3b: Lawrence Wilson/OLB/UConn: An underrated playmaker with good sideline to sideline speed. Has very good instincts and is one of the quickest LBs in this draft.
4: Darius Morris/OT/Temple: Sleeper Alert. I know how this staff likes versatile OL and he fits the bill. Can play G or T. Very competitive and has a good overall skill set.
5: Demarcus Van Dyke/CB/Mia(FL): This CB class is very deep and there are alot of great CBs we can get late. Great speed and good instincts. Very underrated playing next to Brandon Harris.Has the size (6-1) but needs to put on a little bit more weight. Also could go with Sharice Wright.
6: Rob Housler/TE/Fla Atl.: I see alot of mocks with us drafting a TE anywhere from 1st rd to not at all. I think this guy is intriguing. He has the height(6-5) but only weighs 220 and is a poor blocker. He has great hands and is very athletic. Could play WR in some packages. Could be our Aaron Hernandez.
7a: Saia Falahoa/DT/Ariz St.: We need depth on the DL and plus he can rush the passer.
7b: Nate Williams/SS/Wash.: Very consistent player and has good instincts. Is a natural born leader. Also could go with Dom DeCisso(Pitt) or Davonte Shannon(Buf).
Some more UFAs:
Marshall Williams/WR/Wake: In case HD doesnt come around. Has good speed and good hands. Still prefer Koulianos.
Chris Harris/CB/Kan: Depth. Has the size(6-0,185) and is also a great tackler.
Darrin Walls/CB/ND: More Depth. Very physical corner who can be a force in the run game.
Derrick Epperson/P/Baylor: Seems like Koenen is a free agent every offseason. Might want to look at this guy. Very tall P(6-3) and has a huge leg.
DeQuin Evans/DE/UK: A JUCO transfer who had 6 sacks in his first year at Kentucky.


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Have you ever wondered why your body doesn't seem to respond to supplements, medicines, or even diets the way other people do? Have you ever been baffled by why you developed a certain symptom or illness since the timing or type of ailment doesn't seem to fit?
Although our health care system is SLOWLY moving in the direction of more customized and individual "medicine" and practices, we aren't there yet. So, for people with unusually high frequencies or "gifts," the current approaches to health and wellness can be even more frustrating, ineffective, and confusing. After decades of personal and professional experience, as well as interviewing many hundreds of people with intuitive, empathic, and other frequency gifts, we share some common complaints or concerns they have reported regarding their health and wellness-- as well as some common and uncommon tips that seem to work for those of higher frequency.
TIP: Your particular body is programmed to protect you. Your body sees the substance as an "invader," and therefore "defends" your system by kicking it out. Your body is likely to respond positively if you build up to the suggested intake or dose over a 3-5 day period of time. In addition, supplements from whole food sources (rather than synthetic or overly processed) do seem to make a difference for the gifted body and be much more easily tolerated and integrated.
TIP: Most gifted individuals suffer from or are prone to hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) and even Hashimoto's Disease, the extreme form of hypothyroidism The human thyroid/endocrine system is not yet accustomed to the range and intensity of frequencies that gifted individuals pick up, especially in our changing times. So, if conventional approaches to weight loss, energy, and metabolism don't work for you, your thyroid and/or adrenals are probably exhausted. There are many natural ways to care for your thyroid. Please note that certain "healthy" foods and cruciferous vegetables if eaten uncooked actually SLOW the thyroid even more, including: broccoli, cauliflower, kale, spinach, radishes, soybeans, peanuts, pine nuts, peaches and millet. It's also helpful to limit sugars, wheat, refined/processed foods, caffeine, alcohol, GMO (genetically modified) foods, and soy/tofu, which raises estrogen levels in both women and men and can further inhibit fat and calorie burning. Using spices like cayenne pepper and turmeric, as well as ingredients like iodine and apple cider vinegar, can also help boost the metabolism and aid disrupted thyroid function.
TIP: Turmeric has long been accepted as an anti-cancer, anti-inflammation, and detox tool. For whatever reason, the bodies of gifted individuals seem to benefit from turmeric even more quickly, effectively, and intensely. It appears to build and cleanse their blood and allow healing frequencies to work fast. As with any substance, your body will respond best if you build up the dose gradually. So, begin by taking 250mg in spice, liquid, or pill form for 3-5 days. Then take 500mg daily.
TIP: Many gifted individuals are sensitive to or allergic to gluten (the protein found in wheat), dairy, and/or sugar. Eating these foods aggravates the system and may cause symptoms including inflammation, rashes, bloating, and/or congestion. Unlike in most people, probiotics in the gifted body can make symptoms worse. So, we suggest eliminating dairy for 3 days and adding it back in on day 4. Notice any changes. Repeat the same "elimination experiment" with each suspected allergen one at a time, including any probiotic supplements.
TIP: What you are probably hearing as a gifted individual is an "activation" frequency that is upgrading and/or reprogramming your DNA with information necessary to prepare you for the times ahead, and for your role in them. Notice when the buzzing occurs, particularly your emotional state, events, or thoughts. It may be annoying, but the buzzing is truly a gift for only certain people and is meant to serve and prepare you.
TIP: Your frequencies are intense and all over the map, potentially even causing headaches and other disruptions in the people and equipment around you. In addition to accepting that this is just "your power," spending time in water (preferably baths, pools, lakes, etc.); grounding yourself in nature; and getting lost in movies, music, or activities with pets or loved ones will help temper the side effects of being a "super-charged" human…
Most importantly, you must USE YOUR ENERGY-- so that it doesn't get internalized and further damage your own system in the form of illness or depression. Whether you expend the energy in physical activity or in the form of intention to help others heal and progress, the energy you feel (especially when you are around others who need it or when you are in "your zone,") must be used. If not, you run the risk that it will make you more symptomatic, prone to illness, or debilitated mentally and physically. As you expend that energy consistently, you'll find that you are still aware of-- but less compromised by-- weather changes; global or cosmic fluctuations; other people's illnesses and maladies; EMF disruptions; noises; as well as food and chemical toxins. Since we are energetic beings, it's quite evident that the universe wants you to use your energies and frequencies in a positive way, and will make life much more comfortable and enjoyable for your body when you do!
Max, the "Healer's Healer," is an acclaimed energy healer, medical intuitive, and psychic coach. Max, Lana, and LOC Group (www.locgroup.net) enjoy helping others better understand and make the most of their health, wellness, gifts, path, and purpose in our changing times.
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Thank you indeed. A really helpful post!
When the endocrine system becomes stressed, it is like a domino effect in the body creating too much or too little hormones to function properly. This results in inflammation and symptoms of the defiency! We are bombarded daily with toxins in our environment! We must do the best we can to avoid those things that contribute our health challenges and make the best choices we can. Educating oneself is imperative and listening to YOUR body! We are unique in our health and our illness. As a holistic health practitioner, I am amazed everyday with the human body!!
great post
Wow! Thanks for posting this one. Now at least I feel "gifted" as these symptoms describe me to a tee.
Hey, thanks for the info. Just had a major allergy attack and am recuperating. Will try the suggestions. Thanks, Val
That's new news and I will try the TIPS.Hope tips come up for those that are in denial. Thanks for sharing. Angel Crim
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text: I awaited in much anticipation and 35 years for this. The original Mott The Hoople reunion! The guys can still play. I really enjoyed the cd. The set list was great and covered most all thier career. The sound was heavy on organ but it was recorded direct from the board and not "touched up" in a studio. The 3rd disc with pics did not work at all so it was pretty much worthless. I'd say this is for die hard fans only. If you really want to hear them live get the 30th anniversary of thier live album from 74 tour. It's A+


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Phoenix Suns' Eric Bledsoe makes big jump in ESPN's yearly player rankings
The list, which is put out annually by ESPN.com and its partner network of NBA blogs, places guard Eric Bledsoe at No. 63 and center Marcin Gortat at No. 87.
The jump is significant for Bledsoe; he came in at No. 122 a year earlier. Of course, no longer having to play behind Chris Paul in Los Angeles could do that to you. Bledsoe is expected to have a breakout season with his new team. He has a chance to become the team's star player, as evidenced by already being ranked higher than any other Sun.
Gortat fell 30 spots from where he was ranked a year earlier. He saw a dip in points after no longer having Steve Nash to run the pick-and-roll with him; he also missed the last two months of the season. Combine those factors with the fact he could be the subject of trade rumors and have the No. 5 pick of the draft, Alex Len, vying for playing time this season, and the Polish Hammer's standing in the league isn't as esteemed as it once was. Ironically, Gortat came in one spot ahead of Nash in this year's rankings.
Suns guard Goran Dragic fell out of the top 100 this year, coming in at No. 107; he was No. 83 heading into the 2012-13 season. Although he was one of the team's only bright spots in a year that saw them go 25-57, he seems to have fallen in the rankings largely due to the Suns' acquisition of Bledsoe, who may share point guard duties with him this season.
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I seem to be writing more and more blog posts about large content providers not being happy with free publicity on FootyTweets, RugbyTweets, CricketTweets and MotorTweets. So whats happend this time? Well the BBC have written a letter to me and said that I am infringing their copyright by framing their content. I immediately went to Twitter (@ollieparsley) and let everyone know what had happened and the immediate responses were that framing content is not copying it.
This then set me off and I have written a letter back (at their request) after removing the frame and promising not to infringe their copyright. Below I have included some text from my reply letter. It brings up a number of factors:
I will now go into my reasoning for using framed content on my site.
BBC content
The BBC content in the frame IS the BBC sports pages, not scraped, not crawled, not copied, simply had a navigation frame placed above it.
The site that has 10s of millions of visitors every month that have, for the last few months, started using the "Digg bar" that puts content, quite a lot of which is BBC's, into a Digg frame.
You will notice that I have brought up a number of issues with the way they want control of the way their content is delivered round the web.


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Bicycle Times staff commutes more than 10,000 miles in 2012
By Shannon Mominee
At Rotating Mass Media, publishers of Dirt Rag and Bicycle Times Magazines, we practice what we preach and do our best to ride our bikes to work.
Through rain, snow, wind, sunshine, and the dark of night, our staff commuted by bike to and from the office 594 days, equaling 10,762 miles, in 2012. That's an increase of 231 days and 4,075 miles over our 2011 total. Unfortunately, that number doesn't reflect the days spent working from home, during which rides at lunch or to end the day are encouraged.
Those 594 days and 10,762 miles in the saddle saved 538 pounds of carbon from entering the atmosphere and kept about $2,000 in our pockets, instead of handing it over to the oil companies.
Our estimated 720,000 calories burned riding to work is equal to 2,400 Snickers bars. Fortunately, we eat more than candy around here, so I don't need to estimate the number of cavities kept at bay. If you can't relate to candy bars, picture 4,800 cans of Dale's Pale Ale or 2,667 chocolate-frosted Dunkin' Donuts. We actually may have come close to consuming either of those….
Overall, Bicycle Times Editor Karen Brooks, right, led the charge again, commuting 128 days for 3,200 miles. This earned her a staggering $256 at the rate of two bucks per round-trip commute. Let's hope she spent it on something nutritious or fun. (Brooks says: "I will probably spend it on chocolate donuts!")
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First Impression: Trek CrossRip Elite
By Shannon Mominee
The CrossRip Elite ($1,270) is part of Trek's Urban Utility line. It's made from their 100 series Alpha Aluminum and includes a paint matched Bontrager Satellite carbon fork. Frame sizing runs large or at least long. The size 56cm has a 58.4cm top tube. So, I swapped out the 100mm stem for a 80mm one to achieve my desired reach to the shift/brake hoods.
The frame and fork both have mounts for full coverage fenders. The fenders pictured are not included with the bike, but I added them for my commuting needs. With the fenders the bike accommodates a 35mm wide tire, and 29×1.8" tire without fenders.
There are also front and rear rack mounting points, internal derailleur cable routing, and mechanical disc brakes. Those small details amount to many options for all weather commuting, light-duty touring, or even a cyclocross outing if desired but the main triangle is a little tight for shouldering. Along with the Shimano 9-speed drivetrain and FSA Vero compact crankset, there's not much paved or hard packed terrain that the CrossRip Elite can't handle.
A nice feature I was glad to see that the CrossRip Elite is spec'd with a traditional bend drop bar, instead of an ergonomic bend that I have never found to be comfortable. Shimano's Sora STI shifters create a nice and flat hand area and feel comfortable on my hands. They have a smooth action when shifting or pulling the brake lever. The Sora front derailleur on the other hand is finicky and rubs against the chain when I'm in the smallest or largest cog.
I like that Trek chose a 160mm rotor for the front wheel and a 140mm for the rear wheel to accommodate the Hayes CX5 mechanical disc brakes, which do a good job of slowing the bike down when the wheels are wet. The mechanicals are a huge improvement over the caliper brakes on my personal commuting bike.
It's taken me a few rides to get comfortable on the CrossRip Elite, mostly due to the long stem and drop from the saddle to the bars. I like to be more upright when commuting and riding in traffic, and the stock set up just didn't offer that to me. The Bontrager Evoke 1 saddle also seems to lose comfort and support after about seven miles and becomes a real pain in the ass. In any case, I'm set now.
Trek also offers a slightly less expensive, standard CrossRip for $1,100. It's the same frame and fork with a different build kit. Look for a full review in an upcoming issue of Bicycle Times Magazine.
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Review: CST Crucible tires
By Shannon Mominee
CST's Crucible tire is part of its city/commuter line. It has all the features I desire in a tire that will be used for thousands of miles in an urban environment. I'm talking about reflective sidewalls, Kevlar puncture protection, and a little tread because not all surfaces are paved or dry.
The Crucible rolls smoothly but felt a little sticky at first, picking up stones that rattled off the inside of my fenders. Wear has been minimal over the four months of continuous use and I've received only one flat from a nail. Overall I'm pleased with the Crucible.
If you're looking for a durable, comfortable rolling tire with minimum resistance and added night visibility, try the Crucible. It comes in three 700c sizes and one 26-inch size.
Vital stats
- Size tested 700x38c
- Weight: 490g
- Country of Origin: China
- www.csttires.com
Review: Breezer Venturi
By Shannon Mominee. Photos by Adam Newman.
The name Joe Breeze is most often associated with mountain biking, where he's considered one of the founding fathers of the sport. Most folks don't realize that before pioneering mountain bikes, Breeze enjoyed success at road racing. The Venturi celebrates Joe's 35 years of cycling inspiration.
This bike is designed for riders who want racing geometry, but prefer the supple ride quality of steel to the stiffness of aluminum or carbon fiber. The Venturi features the first hydroformed, heat-treated chromoly steel frame. (Hydroforming has previously only been used on aluminum frames.) Tubes transition from D-shaped to round in various places, and the wall thickness changes as well, to create a stiff yet supple ride.
Joe Breeze's geometry philosophy is that weight can be shaved from the front of the frame by lowering the height of the head tube and shortening the corresponding tubes, while gaining stiffness and compliance. What's lost in the head tube height is regained by using a 12 degree rise stem, placing the rider in the same flat position as a traditional racing frame.
My size large tester has a 570mm top tube and 540mm seat tube, so I feel like my upper body is fairly flattened out, or even in an aggressively sloping position. The head tube is also rather steep at 74 degrees, paired with a relatively normal 73.5 degree seat tube. This places the rider over the bottom bracket for stability and delivers quick handling.
Breezer's 40mm offset carbon fiber fork adds to both of those characteristics, while saving weight over a steel fork and promoting front-end stiffness. Personally, I'd like a taller head tube. I'm comfortable on the bike for a couple of hours before the forward position tires my shoulders. Road racers and more aggressive riders would feel right at home with the positioning.
There's also a lot going on in the rear of the frame. The arced seatstays bow upward instead of downward, as is typical of aluminum frames. The arc ads compliance, absorbs road vibration, and braces against braking force. Asymmetrical chainstays and a press-fit BB86 bottom bracket help keep the rear stiff and short to match the handling of the front.
Altogether, the short wheelbase and steep head tube make a lively feeling bike that descends with stability, tracks superbly through curves, and handles quickly. It's just plain fun to ride. Swerving around road debris takes only a slight movement of the bar, or just a little body English. Cruising at speed, the bike feels solid and remains so when pushing through turns and curves.
I like the way the Venturi hugs the road with its low center of gravity, and the steel absorbs shock from road imperfections. The frame and carbon fork do a nice job of providing feedback and deliver a livelier feel than carbon fiber and a softer ride than aluminum. Yet, it's stiff in the right places and efficient at transferring power.
One of my favorite times to ride this bike is when there's climbing ahead. The Venturi accelerates smoothly, or at least maintains speed, until the hill is crested. The same is true of accelerating on flats or from a stop. No energy feels lost to material or design flexing. The Venturi is a machine that wants to move forward. I think Breezer found a near-perfect shape in hydroforming the steel tubes. The frame doesn't feel overbuilt, heavy, or teeth- rattling, but it's not flexy, either.
The Ultegra 10-speed group and matching tubeless road wheels are a solid parts package. I had plenty of gear options with the compact double crankset (50- and 34-tooth chainrings). I found the right-hand shifter to be a little sensitive to error; if I inadvertently pushed both shift levers a few millimeters when initiating an up or down shift, the chosen lever would move all the way in without a shift. The more I ride the bike though, the less it happens, as I've become careful with my fingers.
Riding road tubeless is new to me, and although the bike came stock with tubes, Hutchinson offered a pair of tubeless Fusion 3 tires to take full advantage of the Ultegra wheelset. The wheels have remained true through the test and feel light and fast in use.
I like the Venturi's quick handling and subtle ride characteristics, and think it's awesome that Breezer is using modern manufacturing techniques with an old ma- terial. If I could change one more thing, it would be to raise the bottle cage mount on the seat tube just a bit, so it's not blocked by the front derailleur clamp. Other than that, the Venturi delivers an awesome ride. It's available as a complete bike or frameset.
Product specs
- Country of origin: Taiwan
- Price: $2,879
- Weight: 20.06lbs.
- Sizes available: XS-XXL, large tested.
- Online: www.breezerbikes.com
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Review: Motobecane Fantom Cross UNO
By Shannon Mominee
Some have a warm spot in their heart for Motobécane, the French manufacturer of motorcycles, mopeds, and lightweight road bikes made from 1923 to 1981. Motobecane USA, however, has no relation to the original and is owned by the Kinesis Industry Company, which fabricates a significant portion of bicycles made in China and Taiwan. It also imports bicycles into the U.S. under the Motobecane trademark and sells them through BikesDirect.com at incredibly low prices. Free shipping is included to the lower 48 states with some assembly required.
I wondered if the deal was too good to be true and looked into it with the Fantom Cross UNO. This is Motobecane's singlespeed cyclocross offering, described on the website as a "sport grade track bike, transformed and more aggressive for rougher terrain." The UNO is identical in geometry and material to Motobecane's steel-frame track bike, but with the addition of 'cross tires, cantilever brakes, and braze-ons for front and rear rack and fenders. The frame and fork are butted and tapered 4130 chromoly, with horizontal dropouts and aggressive 73.5-degree head and 73-degree seat tube angles on the size 58cm. The UNO has 120mm rear hub spacing, whereas most 'cross bikes typically have 130mm spacing to accommodate a wider range of wheel options.
Depending on the set-up, the UNO can be used as a full-fledged commuter, 'cross racer, or urban fixie with all the hip stuff that goes along with it. To take advantage of the bike's commutability, I installed full-coverage fenders and 35mm tires. If you like a wider tire, there's room for a 42mm without fenders. The 38×16-tooth gear package was a good choice for a bike that could find itself on or off pavement. It felt slightly easy to pedal on the road, but was perfect when I detoured into the parks and had to climb gravel trails or grass.
The geometry is more aggressive than a cyclocross bike's, and much more so than a dedicated commuter, making my riding position more forward than I traditionally ride. The short 405mm chainstays and steep angles create a snappy bike with a short wheelbase that has prompt rear end tracking. This is great, if that's what you're looking for. On dry surfaces, handling was fun and fast, slice and dice. But, some stability is compromised with the short wheelbase and amplified with a loaded rack. On all kinds of terrain, the Avid Shorty brakes did a fine job of stopping.
The frame itself has the comfortable feel of steel, smoothing road vibration while providing good handling feedback. It's easy to push the bike through turns, and it holds a line well and rolls smoothly. The UNO feels light and fast when standing to climb hills or taking off from a stop. I like that the frame and fork felt relatively stiff and didn't shimmy at speed or feel flexy when track-standing at red lights. On crushed limestone trails and gravel paths, the bike felt solid and rode quietly—no chain slap. With one gear, the UNO is easy to maintain.
To offer the low price, the majority of components on the bike are nameless. However, they function fine, including the flip-flop rear hub, which allows the bike to be ridden singlespeed or fixed gear. I thought the 175mm crank arms were too long for riding fixed, so I rode it singlespeed. I swapped the bar and stem, and would have replaced the thin, uncomfortable brake levers too, if I had an extra pair.
The Fantom Cross UNO is a practical track bike outfit- ted with the necessities to make it an all-weather commuter. Its snappy handling makes it fun to ride fast on city streets. With a tire swap, it can be used as a 'cross bike too, or add shorter crankarms and you have a track bike. Its versatility would make it a good entry-level bike for someone who is not dedicated to one style of riding, but wants to try a few disciplines before settling into a purpose-built bicycle. At $400, it's a good deal. The stock parts might meet your comfort needs, but if they don't, a hundred bucks should be enough to swap in ones that do.
Tester stats
- Age: 38
- Height: 6'
- Weight: 183lbs.
- inseam: 33"
Bike stats
- Country of Origin: China
- Price: $400
- Weight: 23.8lbs.
- Sizes available: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58 (tested), 61, 64cm
First Impression: Breezer Venturi
By Shannon Mominee
Most people associate Joe Breeze with mountain biking. He is considered one of the founding fathers of the sport along with Gary Fisher, Charlie Kelly, Tom Ritchey, and Charlie Cunningham, to name a few, and Breeze is credited with building the first purpose-built mountain bike in the early 80's. He's also a Mountain Bike Hall of Fame inductee of 1988, and remains active in the industry today.
So what's up with the Breezer road bike, you may be asking? Before mountain bikes, Joe raced road bikes successfully and the Venturi is a nod to his past and 35 years of inspiration. Most riders are not settled into one discipline and own more than one type of bike. Breezer continues to build mountain bikes, and also offers commuter/transportation bikes too.
The Venturi is the only Breezer road bike offering and is available as a frameset or complete build. Remaining true to innovation, the Venturi features a heat-treated chromoly steel frame built around racing geometry, integrated head tube, asymmetrical chainstays, BB86 press-fit bottom bracket, and 40mm offset Breezer carbon fiber fork.
The geometry and sizing of the frame is unique, if not a little strange. It's built low and long. I typically ride frames with a 570-580mm long top tube, with the seat tube corresponding close to that number for a given size. The Venturi size large does have a 570mm top tube, but the seat tube is a short 540mm. The next size up has a 570mm seat tube but a top tube of 585mm, which would have been too long for me. Combined with the 74-degree head tube, 73.5-degree seat tube, and short 130mm head tube, I'm riding in an aggressive position.
Short chainstays, short wheelbase, steep angels make for a quick handling bike. The Venturi does ride nice and supple, without being twitchy or scary on the downhills. It's stiff where it needs to be, forgiving in other areas, and feels powerful and fast on the climbs. I actually look forward to standing and going up hills on it.
The frame is outfitted with a full Ultegra 10-speed parts package and Ultegra tubeless wheels. I'll have a blog posting soon on the tubeless wheels so be on the lookout. I'm not crazy about all the white parts, paint, and bar tape, but that's me, it may be attractive to you.
Look for a full review soon in Bicycle Times Magazine and if you like the mag, don't forget to subscribe. Print and multiple digital forms are available.
Real food doesn't come from foil packets
By Shannon Mominee
Over the years I've been becoming more and more picky about what my stomach will tolerate during a ride, race, or 24-hour challenge. Taste is also an issue. I'm not going to down something that tastes like chalk or makes me so thirsty that I consume all my water prematurely.
Of course I'd like to eat normal, everyday food, but tacos, beef stew, and grilled fish don't really pack to well in a jersey pocket or hydration pack. But I've been known to pull out a slice of pizza, peanut butter and honey sandwich, fruit, or roll up to a street vendor for a hot sausage sandwich, which by the way did agree completely with my stomach and gave me mad pedaling power. I'd recommend trying one.
My riding friends mess with me and will show up for a ride with an egg and cheese English muffin in their pocket, waiting for the proper moment of comedy to hand it over. They also know that the ride may pause at any store, at any time if I need food. I seem to never have enough.
The days of squeezing strange formulas into my mouth from foil packs are over, unless I'm in really bad shape. But options I've found are bars that are actually made from sizeable chunks of real food, taste awesome, usually feature chocolate, and help me maintain my energy level without upsetting my stomach or making me pay for eating it later.
One of my favorite bar-type of foods include Kate's Real Food. She creates bars from all natural and organic ingredients. The 5 bars; Tram Bar, Grizzly Bar, Handle Bar, Stash Bar and Caz. Bar all have some type of chocolate, most have peanut butter, one has flax and hemp, and one, the Caz. Bar features coconut, which I love, but some spice that I can't relate too while pedaling. I think it's the cayenne pepper.
Rise Bar uses a lot of fruit and nuts in their bars. All 12 varieties are free of gluten, GMOs, preservatives, dairy, soy, and peanuts. I haven't tried them all but the ones that I have are tasty. Not really crunchy put do taste like fruit and nuts.
Angell Bar brands their snacks as an organic candy bar and all four flavors are at least shaped like a candy bar. You'll be hard pressed to find partially hydrogenated fats or corn syrup in them though. Instead, there's a vegan offering, a gluten-free crispy bar, and a nut-free chocolate bar with a coconut center. Angell Bars are certified USDA organic.
ProBar original bars have been around for a while and are awesome. They are a little more expensive than most on the market but are bigger too. There are a bunch of flavors but Koka Moka stands out in my mind and despite the name, it contains no caffeine or coffee. Think chocolate. Probar's latest line, Halo, has flavors to satisfy the sweet tooth. The flavors sound more like ice cream; Rocky Road, S'Mores, Nutty Marshmallow, but won't melt in your pocket and are certified organic by QAI (Quality Assurance International).
If I'm going to squirt something from foil into my mouth it will only be Barney Butter. Made in an almond-only facility from almonds, evaporated cane juice, palm fruit oil, and sea salt, this is the perfect mid-ride boost or snack if you are allergic to peanuts. Barney Butter also has about half the fat of peanut butter but double the magnesium, vitamin E, and iron.
Basically, there are a bunch of packaged options out there for trail and road food, more so than I've listed here, that taste good, supply energy, and agree with my stomach while pedaling. Give'em a try.
2011 Bicycle Times staff commuting totals
By Shannon Mominee
The numbers for total mileage and days commuted by bike to the Bicycle Times office have been calculated, and per her normal dominance—or at least our ability to mark an "X" on the record board—Karen Brooks, above, takes home the prize for most days and mileage. Actually, there is no prize, but all of us receive $1 for every round trip cycled.
- Karen had 93.5 days and 2,338 miles
- Eric probably would have won, but isn't the greatest at tracking his days, he finished with 88.5 days and 1,239 miles.
- Shannon cycled 80 days and 1,120 miles.
- Matt Kasprzyk rode 31.5 days and 693 miles.
- Justin rode 20.5 days totaling 287 miles.
- Adam finished with 17.5 days and 287 miles.
- Josh has a really ugly hill to climb to get home, but still rode 13.5 days for 432 miles.
- Trina and Stephen live far out, take it as you wish, but rode 7.5 and 7 days respectively for 105 and 98 miles.
- And the newest member to the staff, Jon, managed 4 days for 88 miles even though he only worked a few months and suffered a broken thumb.
In all, we accumulated 363.5 days and 6,687 miles. Both numbers are an improvement over 2010's totals of 319.5 days and 5,868.5 miles. I'm confident that a lot of days were left unaccounted for, because we were so involved in producing quality magazines and drinking coffee and beer that we forgot to keep track.
What we need is a small rodent, maybe a hamster or Guinea pig, or a friendly primate able to mark an "X" on paper. Have one? If so, send video proof of penmanship to Adam at email@example.com. All applicants will be considered and we are willing to trade a T-shirt and subscription for use of your pet
How many miles did you commute in 2011?
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A new/old bike, ahead of its time
By Shannon Mominee
I contemplated whether I needed another bike for about ten minutes, when a friend of mine decided to sell his 2007 Lemond Poprad Disc. He was, unfortunately, hit by a car a few years ago on his road bike and, because of an injury, hasn't ridden since. The Poprad has been hanging in his garage waiting to play in the mud and now has found a home with me.
I think the Poprad Disc was ahead of its time and is still awesome. Most companies have recently begun putting discs on 'cross bikes, but this one is nearly five-years-old. A Bontrager carbon fork, OX Platinum steel frame, cool color with classy bands, and a super smooth ride. Too bad it's no longer made.
This like-new condition bike has opened another level of cycling opportunities for me. When the single track turns to three inches of deep mud or is ice covered, I'm linking crushed stone trails in the parks with city streets and rails-to-trails, and discovering odd neighborhoods and overgrown urban access roads that climb up the backside of steep hillsides. Pittsburgh is laid out like a game of Chutes and Ladders and what better way to speed through a tunnel or slide down a rainbow than on a bike.
Owning this style of bike to adventure around the city, or to follow the banks of the three rivers on any terrain is giving me a new perspective on where I live. It's almost like a vacation. The new routes are also fun to share with my wife and putting knobby tires back on her Bianchi Volpe and having her ride with me is exciting for her as well. It's also great for my dog Roman. He still gets to run with a bike when the single track is sloppy, but the main arteries through the park are rideable. Perhaps next season I'll actually get to race the Poprad, but for now it's serving me well.
Editor's note: There are two more Poprad owners on the Bicycle Times staff too, one disc and one with cantilevers.
Getting ready for winter – Shoe and boot care
By Shannon Mominee
Each year when the weather begins to turn wet and cold, I briefly contemplate not riding until the warm, dry air returns. Up north that would unfortunately keep me off the bike for about five months, so I accept the season and search for a box in the basement containing my cold weather gear.
My Lake cycling boots are usually in a sad state with rusty cleats, dull leather, and diminished water protection. I use a few different products throughout the season to restore the water barrier, which also adds moisture to the leather to keep it from drying out and cracking, and helps to maintain its shape. Spending a little time and money on shoe products and care will benefit in the long run and my boots will and do last longer.
There are a ton of products on the market but I like to use a few different cleaners then follow up with wax and oil water barriers. Kiwi Saddle Soap is an inexpensive cleaner, around $5 for 3oz, that also offers the first layer of leather protection. It smells good and requires very little effort to work. Once I have a clean surface I use either Meltonian Mink Oil or Nikwax as a water barrier and to moisturize the leather. Both products are all natural, safe for the environment, and bead water on the surface of the shoe. They're also safe for use with Gore-Tex and allow the leather to breath. Mink Oil is about $3 for a 2.5oz tin and Nikwax is $9 for a 3.5oz tube. A little spreads a long way and I rotate the one I use for no good reason.
As you can see in the photo, that waxy shine is the barrier and rejuvenation makes my boots last longer. I'll probably reapply the concoction after Dirt Rag's Punk Bike which is historically wet and muddy, if not snowy.
I also do a lot of hiking in the winter with my dog Roman and my hiking boots see as much, if not more, abuse than my Lake boots. I'm trying products that I recently discovered on them from Montana Pitch-Blend. For 25 years they've been making all natural products in small batches out of La Pine, Oregon. The Leather Oil Soap washed away the dirt and grime from the leather and feels really rich to the touch. As it cleans it restores the natural oils in the leather to keep it from cracking and aging.
I'm most impressed with the Montana Pitch-Blend Leather Dressing. This balm is made from their Leather Oil Conditioner then blended with beeswax, mink oil, and pine pitch to form a water barrier. Pine pitch is a naturally occurring antiseptic that protects pine trees from bacteria, mold, mildew, and fungus. The Leather Dressing is a solid in the container, reminiscent of bacon fat that has cooled over night. When I scooped out a fingertip full and touched it to the leather, the heat from my fingers melted the balm and turned it into oil that was absorbed by the leather. A little of this product goes a long way and there was no residue left on the leather like Nikwax tends to leave.
After I finished applying the Leather Dressing and went to wash my hands, water from the faucet beaded on my fingers and rolled off. I have high hopes for this balm and will follow up with how it performs. Montana's products are a little more expensive than the Mink Oil and Saddle Soap but in line with Nikwax. I purchased their Autumn 2011 Complete Leather Care Mini Kit from their website for $15 and priority shipping was free. The kit includes a 4oz tub of Leather Dressing, and 1oz of Leather Oil Soap and 1oz of Leather Oil. Now that my footwear is ready for the mud, water, and (gulp) snow, my outlook on the season has brightened.
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Winter is a cold, hard, fact of life around here, so we've put together a series of tips on how to stay warm, dry, and on the bike rear 'round.


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The Cape to Cape Track is situated in the far south western corner of Western Australia. It runs for 135 km along the spine of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge, through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, between the lighthouses of Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin. The Track mostly follows the coast, alternating spectacular sweeping cliff-top views with stretches of pristine beach. There are several inland loops however, which take in some lovely sheltered woodland sections as well as the magnificent Boranup karri forest. Fascinating geological features, such as cliffs, caves, headlands and rock formations can to be seen along the way, and the vegetation and wildflowers present an ever-changing display.
The walking varies from old 4WD vehicle tracks, to constructed pathways, and from firm, well-graded tracks to rough stony paths and sandy beaches. There are easy sections, which make excellent day and half-day walks, while some of the wilder parts are rugged and hard going. To tackle the whole walk is a great challenge (usually 5 – 7 days), but multiple access points along this coast also allow the Cape to Cape Track to be completed easily in smaller segments. While there is provision for camping along the Track, there are many types of accommodation close by, enabling all comfort levels to be catered for. There are also tour operators who offer fully-guided Cape to Cape walks, and services that can offer transport between points along the Track. Click here to view Accommodation and Services Guide
There is no public transport right to the Track. Daily coach services operate between the nearby towns of Busselton, Dunsborough, Margaret River and Augusta. Taxis are available from these towns. Contact numbers are:
South West Coachlines - 08 9754 1666 Website: www.veoliatransportwa.com.au
TransWA - 1300 662 205 Website: www.transwa.wa.gov.au NB. Buses need to be pre-booked.
Taxi: Dunsborough - 08 9756 8688, Margaret River - 08 9757 3444, Augusta - 0417 914 694
Some accommodation operators also offer courtesy drop-offs and pick-ups to their guests. Some service providers will also transport walkers &/or their cars from point to point along the Track. Click here to view Accommodation and Services Guide
This is generally cool and wet in winter, but hot and dry in summer. On this coast however, it is not uncommon to experience 4 seasons in one day, so it is advisable to be prepared! Weather in the Cape to Cape Region
There is only a very small tidal range along the Capes Coast, and often only one high and low tide each day. If you wish to check tide times for the Capes Coast, websites with details are: www.dpi.wa.gov.au/imarine/coastaldata/1328.asp (look at Cowaramup Bay and Augusta) and www.bom.gov.au/oceanography/tides (Bunbury is the nearest station)
The Track is indicated with pine posts, with metal markers showing the track logo on the face parallel to the path. There are routed jarrah signs at Entry / Exit points on beaches and at road intersections. Large Trailhead Signs are placed at Cape Naturaliste, Wyadup, Gracetown, Redgate, Hamelin Bay and Cape Leeuwin Waterwheel. Signage should never be wholly relied upon as, despite our best efforts, it does suffer from vandalism.
The Margaret River may flow deep and fast in winter (June to October), and must be crossed with caution. Alternatively, the Caves Road route may be taken to avoid the crossing. Other streams flow fast and deep on some occasions and need to be crossed carefully. Crossing creeks should be done one person at a time, with pack hip and waist straps undone. Beaches may be washed out after heavy storms. No cliffs should be approached closer than 3 m. If swimming, beware of rips and undertows; black and wet rocks are always slippery and should be avoided if possible. Snakes will avoid human contact and should be left well alone.
There are only limited supplies of water along the Track, especially in summer. Walkers should plan carefully. and carry water in non-breakable, preferably small containers (1 litre) as these are easier to replenish when the opportunity arises. Small containers also distribute the load more evenly. Always carry at least 2 litres on a day walk, 3 - 4 litres in hot weather, and if overnighting. All field-sourced water should be boiled or chemically treated. Watertanks at the campsites may run dry after heavy useage, and should not be wholly relied upon.
The following are the main sources of water along the Track (North to South):
Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse - limited supply
Mt Duckworth Campsite - rainwater tank
Yallingup - town supply from taps near foreshore; bottled water from shop
Smiths Beach - bottled water from shop
Canal Rocks - spring just below track, good supply all year
Moses Campsite - rainwater tank
Gracetown - tap water should be treated; bottled water from Gracetown shop
Ellensbrook - spring water from stream above cave, good supply all year
Ellensbrook Campsite - rainwater tank
Margaret Rivermouth - tap water should be treated; bottled water from shop in Prevelly Park
Contos Campground - taps from rainwater tanks
Hamelin Bay - tap water should be treated; bottled water from shop
Deepdene Campsite - rainwater tank
Quarry Bay & Leeuwin Waterwheel - spring water all year
NB. Bobs Hollow spring can no longer be relied upon (2009). Also, there is no water supply at Point Road or Boranup Campgrounds
Small stores in the coastal townsites have basic supplies. There are good supermarkets, hardware and other stores in all the nearby towns.
NB. Gracetown Store has now re-opened (December 2012)
Currently four wild campsites are in place at Mt Duckworth north of Yallingup, Moses Rock, Ellensbrook and Deepdene. These are shown in the brochures and the Guidebook (see section below). They have water tanks, toilets and picnic tables, but there are no shelters. There is no charge but they are 'walk in' only, with no vehicle access. They are suitable for small groups only. Walkers may also use the DPaW (Dept. of Parks and Wildlife) campgrounds at Contos, Point Road and Boranup, which is just off the Track near Boranup Drive Lookout. These carry a small nightly charge of $7 per adult, $2 per child. There are also commercial caravan parks in or near each townsite. Camping by walkers without vehicle backup is also permitted in the National Park, anywhere along the Cape to Cape Track, so long as it is well away from road access, and 'Leave No Trace principles are adhered to. All waste must be carried out.
There are two detailed maps 1:50,000 produced by DPaW, with a section on each side (so 4 maps in total) covering the Cape to Cape Track. These can be purchased separately ($11 each), or together in a Map Pack ($22). Please note that each section does NOT equate to one day's walk. Each covers considerably more distance than would be comfortable for most walkers in a day.
The Cape to Cape Track Guidebook ($25) published by Cape to Cape Publishing contains detailed maps (1:25000) in small sections, track descriptions, short walk suggestions and a wealth of photographs.
Both are available from outdoor equipment shops, local Visitor Centres and DPaW offices, bookshops in Perth & throughout the South West, and other local outlets. You may also order the maps or the guidebook direct from this site. Click here
Except at the DPaW campgrounds of Contos, Point Road and Boranup, a 'fuel stoves only' policy applies. On some days in summer there is a Total Fire Ban. If you see fire or smoke nearby, proceed with caution. If an open fire is coming towards you, head for the beach. During large fires, there may be temporary, signed track closures.
None as yet.
There is a registration station close to either end of the Track. Please sign the visitors' book and add your comments – your feedback is valuable.
Please contact Friends of the Cape to Cape Track or the Busselton DPaW Office. Click here for contact details
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News: Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz Become Parents
Friday, Oct 15, 2010 4:26PM
R&B singer Alicia Keys and producer Swizz Beatz have reportedly welcomed their first child into the world.
Details on the baby's birth name have also been revealed.
Meet Egypt Dean, Alicia Keys' baby boy. The songstress gave birth today at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital to her first born, while the father, Swizz Beatz (whose real name is Kasseem Dean) has three other children from past relationships. In case you were wondering Egypt's Oct. 14th birthday makes him a Libra. (Right Celebrity)
Initial reports claimed Keys was checked into a hospital on Thursday.
This Report Has Now Been OFFICIALLY CONFIRMED!! MediaTakeOut.om got some VERY GOOD NEWS. According to MediaTakeOut.com's spies, yesterday R&B singer Alicia Keys checked herself into New York's St. Luke's Roosevelt hospital. According to our people on the ground, Alicia is holed up in a special "celebrity" section of the maternity ward reserved for VIPs. (Daily Fill)
R&B singer and close friend Mary J. Blige also confirmed the couple's new baby.
"I'm So excited 2 Congratulate my brother @therealswizzz and @Alicia keys on there New, baby, boy!!!!!," Blige tweeted Friday. (Mary J. Blige's Twitter)
Keys and Beatz officially married at the end of last July.
Friends and family gathered to celebrate the marriage of Alicia Keys and Kasseem "Swizz Beatz" Dean on the French island of Corsica on Saturday (July 31). The pregnant bride wore a white one-shoulder Vera Wang gown and the groom looked sharp in a Tom Ford tux and Christian Louboutin Oxfords. U2's Bono, Queen Latifah, and Mr. Louboutin were among the VIP guests. Alicia's mother Terry Augello and Swizz' eldest son Prince Nasir Dean were by the couple's side as they tied the knot. (Rap-Up)
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Bismarck police say they believe a young Sioux Falls man is the victim of a murder. One man has been charged in the case.
Bismarck police say John Swain, 18, has been missing since May 14. Authorities have not found his body but they've charged a man with murdering him. 25-year-old Theo Crowe, of Trenton, is in custody in Williams County on an unrelated matter.
Crowe's attorney in that case says he isn't representing him on the murder charge. Court documents don't list an attorney for Crowe in Burleigh County.
KSFY News spoke with Swain's brother 38-year-old Ben Swain. He told KSFY News John was supposed to graduate from Sioux Falls Christian in May, but when he turned 18 he decided to go to Bismarck and work. John's family adopted him from China when he was 3 years old. He was also the recipient of an organ transplant for which he was taking medications.
Ben Swain told KSFY News moving forward, the family hopes police can find John's body so they can bury him and give him the proper respects.
"For 20 years, I didn't have a brother, and now I don't have a brother again," Ben said.
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WACO- Regional Planned Parenthood boards in North Texas, Waco and Austin unanimously voted to merge 26 clinics into one Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas on Wednesday.
Waco's Planned Parenthood initiated talks about the merger 12 to 18 months ago, and, although the decision wasn't based on expected funding cuts, Director of Community Affairs, Felicia Goodman, said the merger will help during a financially difficult time.
"It really was a way to think strategically into the future, 'How can we best provide care for the patients that we see? And how can we provide more care to more patients in the most cost-efficient way?'" Goodman said, insisting patients' services will not be affected by the merger.
All 26 locations will remain open, but Goodman and other directors said operating as one will secure a stronger future for patients and allow more clients to pour in. The non-profit now expects to serve more than 120,000 clients in 2013.
While the merger will at first cost more, the future savings are big. A new electronic health record system will cover all 26 clinics. Consolidating work, like billing and back-office functions, without slashing jobs, will save precious dollars.
"With all of the funding cuts to family planning and with the women's health program ending, it's really important, especially in Waco, it's important that we're here for our patients no matter what," Goodman said, referring to the recent loss of state and federal funding for the Medicaid Women's Health Program.
All three regions gathered at separate meetings on Wednesday at noon. It took all of them 15 minutes to vote yes to the merger.
"In all areas of Texas that are involved, it just means that Planned Parenthood's going to be bigger and better and stronger," Goodman said.
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If you are willing to pay more for health care, you can get the best, including plenty of personal attention from doctors who practice privately and have far less patients. This is the case for Dr. Sarah Davis who has changed her practice in order to better serve her patients.
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Frustrated with packed waiting rooms, mounting paperwork, and falling reimbursements, Dr. Davis is one of thousands of physicians abandoning traditional practices in favor of 'concierge' or private medicine. Her entire practice is now limited to roughly 100 patients-instead of rushing through sometimes 40 appointments in a single day.
"There are studies that say doctors interrupt patients, I think about, every 7 seconds… and I was becoming one of those doctors. they'd start to tell their stories. But, I didn't have time to hear the whole story. I'd just need to get the details, get a diagnosis, get them their prescription and move on to the next person."
Now, Davis' patients pay an annual fee for an extensive physical, lab work and unlimited office visits.
"Now, I get to decide what's best for my patients, and if it takes two hours to talk to them that day, then that's how long it takes."
"Fees for this personalized care can range from a few thousand dollars a year to as much as $50,000 in some parts of the country," said Dr. Davis.
"I would pay three times what I pay for that level of service because it is a huge time saver," said Patient Gene Carter. Carter has been with Dr. David since the very beginning and says what he's really paying for is personal attention.
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Dr. Davis says having fewer patients has allowed her more time to just be a mom.
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The Cubs have signed lefty reliever BJ Ryan according to Espn Chicago. Here's the link!!!
I'm all for the move. Hopefully he can correct whatever it was that was making pitch horribly. He would be a great addition to our pen if he found a way to get back to his old self. Here is a link to his career stats. No word on when he will suit up but I'm sure it will probably Friday night in Washington. The deal is for 1yr.


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The Inter-Sector Rotation Has Begun
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- April 26th, 2013
My technician friends have been showing me breakouts and the snapping of downtrends in all manner of cyclical sectors this week – most notably Chessnwine's work with the Chemicals sector and some of our own internal screens on the oil names we're starting to get heavier on.
Here's Brendan Conway at Barron's column Focus On Funds with a bit of quantification:
It's still a short period, but there's been a notable pickup in the battered cyclical sectors of the market, part of it crammed into Thursday's session. Meanwhile, the 2013 leaders — health care, utilities and consumer staples — are recent laggards.
The S&P 500′s (SPY) materials sector, the year's second-worst performing group, enters Friday as the week's top gainer, rising 4.5%. Coming in second place was energy, the year's third-weakest sector, with a 3.2% gain. On Thursday, Materials Select Sector SPDR fund (XLB) jumped 1.1% to $39.46, a two-week high, though the Energy Select Sector SPDR fund (XLE) inched six cents higher to $77.31. (Figures reflect market prices on FactSet Research Systems.)
If you're skating to where the puck will be, it's not in consumer staples and utilities. It's probably in the horrifically underperforming materials space. Is this nascent rally in the group the start of it or just a headfake?
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When President Barack Obama made his overnight trip to Dover Air Force Base late last month, one of the fallen Americans to whom he offered a somber salute was 1994 Stanford graduate MICHAEL WESTON, an agent of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) who was killed along with two other colleagues in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan on Oct. 26. Weston attended Harvard Law School after graduating from Stanford with an AB in economics and an BS in computer science. According to a story on NPR, he joined the Marines after his first year of law school and trained during breaks. He served as a military lawyer in Iraq, and later became a DEA agent. Weston was 37 and leaves his widow, Cynthia Tidler.
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If you've had your fill of vampires and are looking for something different to do with the kids over the long holiday weekend, you can pay a visit to the mummified remains of the 2,500-year-old Ancient Egyptian priest named Irethorrou at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco. The reconstruction is based on determinations of Irethorrou's bone structure that were part of an intensive series of state-of-the-art scans conducted last summer by radiologists at the School of Medicine. Watch the video, which features radiology Professors REBECCA FAHRIG, VOLNEY VAN DALSEM III and others.
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As Thanksgiving approaches and the December holiday break is just a month away, we'd like to hear your thoughts about how you plan to spend the holiday season. What do the holidays mean personally, politically, intellectually? How will you spend them and with whom? If you are traveling, where will you go? What will you cook? Share your favorite recipes or gift or decorating ideas or your strategies for minimizing stress or saving money.
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MARION KENWORTHY, a longtime campus resident who describes herself as among those who are "strong Stanford supporters but older and unable to walk, climb steps and get ourselves to the stadium," did quite a bit of legwork to find out where to find Versus, the network that will broadcast this afternoon's Big Game. Here's what she found out: If you live in the Stanford area and have anything above the basic Comcast cable service, the game will air on channel 81.
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With Noyola's goal, women's soccer still undefeated
TERESA NOYOLA scored a 25-yard free kick that led to Stanford's 1-0 victory over rival Santa Clara in the third round of the NCAA women's soccer tournament Friday night. Noyola, who was a standout at Paly, is the daughter of Stanford alums PEDRO NOYOLA and BARBARA BAYARDO.
The team will host Boston College Friday, Nov. 27.
Make some noise, Dean Julie!
In the hourly countdown to Big Game, AXE committee members, from left, JAKE SMITH, KIM TRAN and REGINA GETZ-KIKUCHI joined JULIE LYTHCOTT-HAIMS, dean of freshmen and undergraduate advising, Thursday on White Plaza as she sounded the air horns.
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Stanford's winning Facebook efforts; Apps course exceeds 4 million mark
IAN HSU, Stanford's director of Internet media outreach, traveled to Cambridge, Mass., earlier this month to pick up an award for Stanford's cutting-edge Facebook strategy and Fan Page. The Society for New Communications Research (SNCR) – a global nonprofit research and education foundation and think tank dedicated to the study of new media and communications, handed Hsu the Excellence Award for External Communications and Communities. Past winners of this honor have included Dell, SAP and Edelman. A full press release on this year's awards is available on SNCR's website . . . And speaking of new media, according to BRENT IZUTSU, project for manager for Stanford on iTunes U and YouTube, free video downloads of CS193P, the university's hot course on creating applications for the iPhone and iPod Touch, have surpassed the 4 million mark.
Andrea Lewis, 2008 Knight Fellow, radio personality, dies
ANDREA LEWIS, a long-time broadcast and print journalist best known for her co-anchor roles on KPFA radio, died Nov. 15 of an apparent heart attack. She was 52. Lewis spent the 2007-08 academic year on Stanford's campus as a Knight Journalism Fellow. "In my mind she was just a real sweetheart, a good person whom I liked enormously and one whom I'm going to miss enormously," JIM BETTINGER, director of the Knight program, said in a KPFA obituary. While at Stanford, Lewis studied the role of alternative journalism in contemporary American culture and democracy, Bettinger added. "She took intensive Spanish classes, fiction and non-fiction writing workshops, as well as classes in virtual reality and sound art. She also made strong connections at the Stanford Women's Community Center, which was in keeping with her deep commitment to gender issues."
A memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St., Oakland, CA 94612.
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The ambassador, the prime minister and the emperor . . .
Diehard Stanford football fans won't let a little thing like a 17-hour time difference or 5,000 miles dampen their Cardinal spirit. U.S. Ambassador to Japan JOHN ROOS, '77, JD '80, and his wife, SUSIE ROOS, '78, will host a Big Game event at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo that starts at 9 a.m. Sunday morning, just before kickoff. The Rooses and their guests, who will include Japanese Prime Minister YUKIO HATOYAMA, MS '72, MS '73, PhD '76, will watch the Cardinal vs. Bears matchup live on the American Forces Network . . .
WINSLOW BRIGGS, professor, by courtesy, of biology and director emeritus of the Carnegie Institution for Science's Department of Plant Biology at Stanford, has won the International Prize for Biology from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. On Nov. 30, Briggs will be presented with the award, consisting of a medal and 10 million yen (approximately $110,000), along with an imperial gift from the emperor of Japan, at a ceremony in Tokyo. The award ceremony is held in the presence of His Majesty Emperor Akihito, who will deliver a congratulatory message. The prize, created in 1985 to commemorate the 60-year reign of Emperor Showa and his longtime devotion to biological research, honors an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the advancement of research in fundamental biology. In the Carnegie Institution's announcement of the award, WOLF FROMMER, current director of the Department of Plant Biology, said, "The work of Dr. Briggs on blue-light receptors in plants and microbes has been a major milestone for our understanding of how organisms detect light, which allows them to respond to environmental changes."


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