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The 6-cent local tax you pay every time you pump gas is Duval County appears headed for renewal as a City Council committee unanimously votes to continue the tax for six more years.
Right now in Jacksonville, the average price for a gallon of gas is around $3.63, which includes the current six-cent tax.
The money funds city and the Jacksonville Transportation Authority road projects and the bus system.
The local-option tax was set to expire in 2016, and some people -- including Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown -- don't want it extended.
Paul McCormick, who runs an advertising agency, say the gas tax needs to stay.
"I think it's real simple. Go out and look at the street in front of your house your building. Driving down the streets of Jacksonville. I think that will help you make up your mind that this is mandatory," said McCormick.
A couple weeks ago most council members attended a joint committee meeting to discuss the issue. JTA was there and explained what would happen if the gas tax is not extended.
"If this local gas tax is not extended, there will be drastic cuts in core bus services, fixed routes, connection service and senior service," said Ed Burr, representing JTA.
Council member Stephen Joost has concerns. He said gas is used different these days and that extending the tax won't generate as much money as before. But his ideas were dismissed by most council members.
The council was given a list of 33 road project that could be funded by the tax which would bring about $30 million a year. Those project could begin once the tax is approved.
The push to extend the tax was started by City Council President Bill Gulliford. He made it clear his small construction equipment company would not profit from this.
Tuesday morning the finance committee added funding for the Mayport ferry to the gas tax extension bill and passed it voted 7-0. It now goes to the full City Council for approval.
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I feel a little naughty, because I just splurged on four of these magical iittala Taika mugs. Gilt, aka bane of my checking account's existence, has the Finnish collection on sale right now. I don't own any of their other pieces, and usually stick to basic white for dishes, but I have a huge thing for mugs and these are just too sweet to pass up on. Plus, they're half off… (this is where you scold me for "spaving," you know: spending + saving = spaving)
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Real name: UVERchan (also known as UVERbear)
Birth date: Unknown (Age unknown)
Gender: Unknown (possibly unisex)
Blood type: UVERchan has no blood
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Favourite food: Unknown (hopefully, it's not human)
Creator: David Horvath
UVERchan is the invisible 6th member of UVERworld that plays the role of the mascot. As seen from the picture on the left, it takes the shape of a bear with bat-like black wings.
Actually, we cannot be sure whether UVERchan is indeed the 6th member because it has taken up so many different forms that it is hard to keep track.
Big ears, big eyes (but small pupil), white teeth, ring on the arms, and a pair of small wings. Lastly, the fluffy tail. This character is a big hit in Amercian. A mysteriouse creature that David Horvath has created! A cute character that loves music and even dances when it listens. Colorful with POP, a little strange!? It feels like that, the peaceful appearance and the cuteness of it makes it such a lovable character!
- Octoballz had kindly translated the description of UVER-chan from the official site
UVERchan had made several appearances in the cover of UVERworld's first 3 singles and 1st album. All the four UVERchans have different colours. The one in D-tecnolife is pink, in CHANCE! it's green, in just Melody, it's orange and in Timeless, it's white.
There are spectaculations on whether the 5 UVERchans in the album cover of Timeless represents each member. If that is the case, then Takuya is most probably the white UVERchan.
Unfortunately, UVERchan has made a disappearance from the 4th single onwards, and the CD jacket is replaced with another type of illustrations where each character represents each member.
UVERchan has also been made into fan items – plushies and T-shirt. The plushies come in 5 different colours and can only be found in their home country, Japan. It is, however manufactured in China. Poor fans like Evelyn and Sie have to resort into getting Ai-chan to sew her a white UVERchan.
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UVER-chan plushie was actually suppose to be a limited edition doll (only 200 to be produced) and only sold in Japan. However, the factory making the dolls broke the liscensing agreement by producing more and selling them in China, UK and US.
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A crucial part of business is building relationships. While the bottom line for business is ultimately profits, success depends greatly on well-developed and maintained relationships. Networking is part of the foundation of success.
On Monday, we brought together business leaders from all over Utah at the Salt Lake Country Club for the Classic Golf Tournament. It was a day of golf, contests, good sportsmanship, fun, and of course, building relationships.
And there were also winners. The team with the best score of the day was the Bonneville Communications team, which consisted of Brandon Burton, Stewart Rutter, Brent Burton and Matt Barns, with a score of 56. That's a couple strokes lower than last year's winners!
The second place team was the Les Olson troop and CBRE wrapped up third place.
As for the contests at individual holes, Stephanie Palmer (KSL News Radio) won the Longest Drive for a Woman and David Summerhays (The Boyer Company) had the longest drive of the men.
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Chesterton man gets two years in federal prison for ID theft
Chesterton man was sentenced last week to two years in federal prison
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Thomas, 38, was also ordered to pay $25,216 in restitution and to serve
one year of supervised release, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
exchange for Thomas' plea, two other charges against him--one count of
identity theft and one of theft of government property--were dismissed.
the plea agreement, Thomas stipulated to the following:
in or around June 2009, through and including July 2010, while I was
employed at a manufacturing company in Michigan City, Indiana, I applied
for unemployment insurance benefits and extended unemployment benefits
using the identity of my brother," Thomas stated. "I not only used my
brother's name to work at this company but also used his Social Security
number and date of birth. I agree that I did not possess any legal
authority to possess and/or use my brother's identity."
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do not dispute that I unlawfully received a total of $11,590 in federal
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With the completion of the fiber network in 2004, Vallejo has inadvertently created a Telecommunications Master Plan that might be seen as one of the nation's most successful "dig once" policies. It is not merely the fact that fiber is already in the ground as much as the installation of conduit that allows more fiber to be run to increase capacity.
The cost of building out the network can be paid for largely by savings generated by discontinuing expensive leased lines and a combination of grants for municipal fiber. The city should begin with a modest investment ($500,000) to connect municipal facilities, the school district, Touro University, Solano Community College and CMA with city-owned fiber offering much higher capacity connections than previously available. The city would realize 100s of thousands in savings in the first year and ultimately in 100s of thousands if not millions in ongoing revenue.
The city should reinvest those savings and revenues to expand the network. This approach would allow Vallejo to build a vast fiber optic network without issuing debt. The plan should encourage extra fiber, so when high tech companies ask for access to its fiber, Vallejo can oblige.
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Leasing fiber to other service providers and providing services to local businesses would result in millions in revenue for the City General fund. Businesses would be able to lower their costs by having high capacity connections, retaining and generating jobs in the community and keeping the office vacancy rate far below those of nearby communities.
The accumulated savings could fund many public amenities, including free WiFi through out the City. In addition to synchronizing all the traffic signals in the City, the addition of video cameras on the network would assist public safety, and drivers would have several ways of getting real-time parking information. The telecommunications services the city could make available (telephone, cable and broadband) to local residents and/or business would have a profoundly positive impact on the General Fund and do much to enhance Vallejo as a "digital" destination!
Chris Platzer
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I have seen murder-suicide news stories in this paper before, but this is the first time I've seen the pictures of both people published. Did your policy change?
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DC Lord's it with Lara
11 May 2012
I was lucky enough to get an invitation to dinner in the famous Long Room at Lord's last night, where a fundraising dinner was being held for the excellent Rwanda Cricket Stadium Foundation.
Star of the show was West Indies legend Brian Lara, who was joined by royalty in the form of the Duchess of York while David Cameron also found time to pop in - as these pictures show.
A slap-up dinner was followed by BBC commentator Jonathan Agnew interviewing Lara, who was scoring 375 against England in 1994 as the Rwandan genocide was taking place. Lara revealed he's felt a connection ever since, and is always willing to help get cricket established in the country.
The RCSF project aims to build an international standard cricket and sports centre in Rwanda's capital Kigali - where there are currently no cricketing facilities to speak of. It was the brainchild of Christopher Shale, the chairman of West Oxfordshire Conservative Association who died unexpectedly at Glastonbury last year, and is being carried on in his memory.
A fundraising auction raised tens of thousands of pounds towards the stadium, with Mr Cameron donating a bat signed personally for him by Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. International Development Secretary Andrew Mitchell was also there, as was Tory MP Matthew Hancock and TV's Sir David Frost among other stars.
(thanks to Andrew Parsons/i-Images for the pix)
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Obama to call Cameron first in a crisis
12 March 2012
BARACK Obama's first call in a crisis to a world leader is to David Cameron, the US ambassador to London has told the Standard.
Ahead of the Prime Minister's visit to America, Louis Susman buried talk that the "special relationship" between Britain and the USA is on the wane as he heaped praise on Mr Cameron's strong, "aggressive" leadership.
The ambassador also told how:
* American intelligence agencies are working with MI6, MI5 and the Metropolitan Police to safeguard the London Olympics.
* America, and Britain, will not "cut and run" from Afghanistan despite the mounting military death toll and recent setbacks including outrage over US troops burning Korans and an American soldier running amok killing 16 civilians including nine children.
* The US, the UK, Germany and France are warning Israel not to launch a military strike now on Iran.
* Michelle Obama and Samantha Cameron enjoy a "very, very warm" relationship and will spend many hours together over coming days.
Speaking from New York, Mr Susman, 74, stressed the growing bond between the Obamas and Camerons, despite the two leaders representing different political traditions.
"He has a very special relationship, as he calls it an essential relationship, with the United Kingdom and Prime Minister Cameron," he said.
"One of the particular attractions is generational. President has just turned 50, the Prime Minister, I think is 45, they have young children. So I would tell you that as the president says 'We have a problem, our first call is to the United Kingdom and to the Prime Minister'.
"From this ambassadorship, we see a strong leader, that's aggressive for all of its causes, and obviously has a strong popularity right now in the United Kingdom."
His warm words contrast with how Mr Obama started his presidency, when he sent back to the British embassy a loaned bronze bust of Winston Churchill that George W Bush kept in the Oval Office.
Relations with Gordon Brown were at time strained.
There were also suggestions that Mr Obama was lukewarm about the "special relationship", partly as he had been told by Kenyan relatives how his grandfather was allegedly tortured by British forces in colonial years.
Tomorrow, though, Mr Cameron will become the first foreign leader to join the president on Air Force One as the two fly to Ohio to chill out at a basketball game.
Nicholas Cecil
The French battle for London
29 February 2012
Socialist French presidential front-runner Francois Hollande is in town today, meeting with Ed Miliband and giving a talk at King's College.
He'll also be campaigning alongside Axelle Lemaire, his party's candidate in the race to be "French MP for London". A new-for-2012 innovation, France will have 11 MPs based outside of the country and chosen exclusively by ex-pats.
Ahead of Hollande's visit I spoke to all of Lemaire's London-based rivals (the time pressures of a visiting leader prevented it being a full house) and was struck by what an impressive bunch of budding politicians they are.
In Nicolas Sarkozy's corner is Emmanuelle Savarit, a 39-year-old divorced mother-of-two who has worked in LA and loves rugby. She also claims to be the only French member of the Carlton Club (following in Margaret Thatcher's footsteps - she was officially a male member back in the day). An impressive attack dog for the Sarkozy camp, she warned Brits should be "scared" if Hollande ousts her man from the top job.
Hoping to come through the middle is Yannick Naud, of the centrist Democratic Movement. A polished performer, the 44-year-old asset management firm boss is another with international experience, having worked in Japan where he met his wife. He is banging the drum for ex-pat rights, putting education at the top of his list and opposing plans to tax French people overseas.
Independent Will Mael Nyamat entered the race in protest at perceived gender bias in favour of Lemaire, quitting the Socialists to stand. A 27-year-old immigration adviser who was born in Gabon but now lives in Croydon. Very much the anti-establishment man, he argues voters don't want the contest "confiscated" by the two main parties.
Completing the list is the Green Party's Olivier Bertin, who runs a bilingual nursery school and has stood for the English greens as a council candidate in Lambeth. He believes the overseas MPs can bring a good perspective from their experiences abroad - even suggesting a Freedom of Information Act for notoriously privacy-aware France.
They are all bidding to woo as many as 100,000 registered French voters in the capital - the vast bulk of the constituency. It should make for a fascinating scrap.
Craig Woodhouse
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Silvio's 21st century denial
07 November 2011
Things aren't looking good for Silvio Berlusconi. The colourful Italian PM has been forced to deny rumours of his impending resignation - but he has done so in a very modern manner.
Not for our Silvio, media magnate and political operator extraordinaire, is the TV clip or the official press release. Oh no. Why bother when you can use Facebook?
It translates (roughly) as "Rumours of my resignation are baseless" - though I'd love to know what the Italian translation of the famous Mark Twain retort "Reports of my death are greatly exaggerated" is.
Note that more people have commented than "like" the post...
Craig Woodhouse
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When Bill Gates came to Parliament
03 November 2011
Bill Gates was in town last night, making two speeches to Tory groups. First up was the backbench 1922 Committee (where ironically his laptop wouldn't work, apparently), and then came an address to the newly-launched Conservative Friends of International Development.
As one of these pics by Andrew Parsons show, the event was packed out. Sources say it was five times oversubscribed.
It was part of a wider evening of aid events last night. At the Royal Geographical Society, a Spectator motion to cut the foreign aid budget was defeated by 117 votes to 77. On the winning side were International Development Minister Alan Duncan, Professor Paul Collier and Action Aid CEO Richard Miller, defeating Ian Birrell, Stephen Glover and the Royal Africa Society's Richard Dowen.
Meanwhile Government sources are hailing fresh polling, partly covered in the Independent today, on foreign aid. It has found the amount people think the UK is spending (17.9% of government spending) on aid is far higher than we actually are (1.1%), while the level they think it should be (7.9%) is seven times higher than the true amount.
It is being held up as evidence ministers, led by International Development Secretary Andrew Mitchell, are right to ringfence aid and stick to commitments - despite opposition from some rightwingers.
Craig Woodhouse
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Clegg's warm welcome to returning Libya heroes
With David Cameron part of frantic efforts to save the Euro in France, Nick Clegg had a rather more enjoyable engagement this morning.
The Deputy Prime Minister was at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire to welcome home returning heroes from the Libya conflict.
He took the opportunity to thank troops on behalf of Britain and Libya with some moving words - and said they had made the key differnce in ridding the world of Gaddafi.
Here is some of his address: "This was an allied effort. But I am here to pay tribute to you, the men and women of Britain's Armed Forces. You may have had the benefit of world-class aircraft. You may have had the benefit of precision weaponry. You may have had the support of the world's greatest military alliance. But it has been your skill, your commitment, your bravery that has made the difference...
"Thanks to the protection you have provided the Libyan people in their darkest hour, they have thrown off the yoke of Gaddafi and his regime. And, because of you, the guardians of freedom, they now have hope for their future.
"The road ahead will not be easy. But the people of Libya will have the support of the British Government as they build a new society. And Libya will no longer be a pariah state on the Mediterranean. Which means you have done a great service for Britain's national security too.
"You have saved countless lives. You have performed magnificently in testing times. Now, as you return to your families, my thanks, the nation's thanks, the thanks of the Libyan people go to you."
Craig Woodhouse
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MP: Lawyers must not get Gaddafi victims' cash
24 October 2011
As Colonel Gaddafi continues to lay unburied in a grizzly Libyan fridge, a post-conflict row is brewing in Westminster.
It centres around the issue of compensation for Provisional IRA semtex victims. Around 156 families or victims are set to receive payouts worth up to £6.3 million each, under a deal with the NTC over atrocities carried out with explosives supplied by the fallen despot.
But MP Daniel Kawczyinski, chairman of Parliament's all-party Libya group, is worried the deal will turn into a huge payday for lawyers.
He is urging David Cameron to bring administration of the compensation deal into Whitehall, to ensure all the money goes to victims and their families rather than legal representatives.
"I do not want a single penny of this lining the pockets of the lawyers," he told ESP.
"On the basis of a £450 million deal, lawyers would stand to gain as much as 20 per cent."
Mr Kawczyinski is also worried that a speedy deal will harm British standing in Libya. He argues that the worst victims of Gaddafi's brutality have been Libyans themselves, and that taking £450 million out of the country as it is being rebuilt would be propaganda ammunition for radical Muslim elements wanting to fill the power vacuum which may emerge.
"This has to be handled very sensitively," he cautioned.
Craig Woodhouse
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Europe - chaos and rebellions
21 October 2011
The Tory Party may be divided over Europe - but it is not as chaotic as the EU itself.
Aidan Burley, PPS to Philip Hammond, to Justine Greening is the latest ministerial aide to say he is thinking of voting for monday's rebel amendment. But he has not made up his mind and is weighing up carefully what local people want, bearing in mind that many people are more worried about their jobs at present.
"I have not decided what I am going to do," he tells us. "I need to think about it and to reflect local opinion. I am of the view that there should be a referendum at some point to resolve this question of Europe but I must also consider whether this is the best time, bearing in mind the importance of inward investment."
If only Angerla Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy could ponder things with such grace. EU officials were shocked by the "tension" between them when they met this week and in London people are nervous that Sunday's summit and the special second summit next week will be failures.
It is still not clear if the extra summit will be for the 17 euro zone members or all 27 EU states, It will probably be on Wednesday but Tuesday or Thursday have not yet been ruled out. Unbelievably, in the midst of the worst crisis in the EU's history its leaders have not got a clue what they are doing.
Even the battling Tories are better than that.
Joe Murphy
A Foxy come-back -- don't rule it out
19 October 2011
Contrary to some reports, a come-back by Liam Fox is not being ruled out in No 10. "It's possible in years to come," says one source. "We have not said no, definitely not."
Moreover, we have two Cabinet ministers fuelling the chat in today's paper. Here's Communities Secretary Eric Pickles in an interview with Craig Woodhouse (full interview due to run tomorrow):
"I've known Liam for a long time, I'm very sad about what happened. I think he accepted that his sort of personal life drifted into his political, his ministerial life in an inappropriate way but I hope this isn't the end of him in terms of a Government career."
Health Secretary Andrew Lansley, meanwhile, replied when asked on Five Live if it was the end of Dr Fox's front bench career: "That's a bit harsh!"
Overall, however, the sense I get is that it will not be considered until after the next general election. A wise bird says Lady Thatcher had a doctrine that a fallen minister had to be re-elected by his or her constituents before a come back was possible. in addition, David Cameron is likely to claim there is a contrast between Fox's resignation and apoloigy with the forced resignations and hasty rehabilitations of Labour ministers such as Mandelson and Blunkett.
So, Foxy might be in the 2015 Tory Cabinet (or shadow cabinet) by which time his prospects will be entangled with spepulation about future leadership contetenders, such as his friend George Osborne.
Joe Murphy
Ministerial Code to be tightened
18 October 2011
The Ministerial Code will be rewritten after the Fox affair, I hear. Sir Gus O'Donnell has concluded that there was a loophole between the spirit of the rules and the letter.
Essentially, he has concluded that the "close and visible association" between Dr Fox and Adam Werritty, at home and abroad, especially combined with the latter's buisiness cards describing himself as an "adviser to the SofS", were all likely to have misled people.
This fuelled an impression that Adam Werritty spoke on behalf of the UK Government.
That key conclusion may sound mild to people who have been reading amazing tales in the papers about Mr Werritty plotting regime change in Iran (and I've no idea if these claims are true or not) but in Whitehall terms this is toxic. The business of politics depends on everyone saying the same thing: That goes for Cabinet members talking to the UK media, for example, but also for British ministers, diplomats and officials speaking to foreign countries. Any gaps in the rhetoric weaken the overall impact and make other countries speculate that a stance is not solid.
Werritty, who appeared to outsiders to be a member of Fox's staff but talked a completely different language to the Foreign Office representatives, was in Whitehall terms a rogue elephant. It seems that Dr Fox's arrangements raised alarm bells but he felt that using Mr Werritty as a mate and sounding board did not breach any rules in the Ministerial Code and there was an impasse.
Therefore, the Code must change so that in future it is a firm duty on ministers to keep a distinct line between mates and mandarins.
Joe Murphy
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Sorry, Ed, Cameron won't oblige
Ed Miliband's hope of dragging the PM to the chamber probably won't be fulfilled. Even if John Bercow agrees to an urgent question on the Fox affair, Downing Street would rather send another minister to face the inevitable Labour cries of "Where's the Prime Minister?"
And the identity of the minister whose afternoon is at risk of being ruined? Step forward Sir George Young, the sturdy baronet and Leader of the House who is even now at the ready for the call, ESP sources reveal. A thoroughly nice and dependable bloke, Sir George, in the spirit of Downton's Lord Grantham.
Stop Press: Bercow has just indicated in the House he will accept an Urgent Question once the report has been published, which could mean just after Prime Minister's Questions tomorrow. Stand by, Sir George
Joe Murphy
What Liam will do next
17 October 2011
I am told that Liam Fox will continue his Atlantic Bridge project from the backbenches after Gus O'Donnell reports tomorrow.
The former Defence Secretary believes his scheme to forge closer links between British and American right wing politicians is too important to drop.
Friends believe he will be cleared by an official Whitehall inquiry tomorrow of having any personal financial interest in Mr Werritty's activities.
Meanwhile, Dr Fox is "appalled" by the way his friend Adam Werritty has been "traduced" in media reporting of the controvers, say his friends.
This does not sound like a man who will hide away from the spotlight in months to come. Instead, I am getting a picture of a politician who admits mucking up the handling of his political interests but is of the view that those interests were - and are - right to pursue.
What does that mean for David Cameron? Unless Gus O'Donnell's report has found serious wrongdoing, Dr Fox may find some sympathetic ears among Tory backbenchers.
Dr Fox resigned from Cabinet on Friday when he again apologised for having "blurred" the line between his ministerial duties and his personal interests.
(Incidentially, he is entitled to pocket £17,206 as severance pay following his resignation.)
I've spoken to sources who think Fox will be criticised for what one called running an "independent foreign policy" after the key findings of Sir Gus's report are published. There were periods when the former minister went off-radar to his own civil servants while he focussed on his international political agenda with Mr Werritty.
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Werritty and the money question
11 October 2011
How much did Adam Werritty spend on all those trips abroad where he bumped into Liam Fox?
The answer may be a staggeringly high amount. After all, the Guardian reported that at least one of the 18 trips involved First Class travel.
I've done an analysis based on British Airways fares to the various destinations, which included Dubai five times, plus Hong Kong Washington and Singapore twice each. Exact costs are impossible to determine because fares vary according to demand so I'm basing this on return flights taken this week.
Flying in BA's cheapest economy seats, the 18 trips would cost £25,000 in tickets. However, if Mr Werritty went business class, his ticket expenses alone would have gone up to £77,146.
Now let's add in two nights stay each trip in a typical £200 a night business hotel, costing another £7,200.
That would take the total travel cost to £85,000. But then there are all those dinners at the sort of costly restaurants where one might just bump into a millionaire private equity boss. With such high subsistence costs, he could easily have spent over £100,000.
I think these are conservative estimates. If, as suggested by the Guardian, he flew First Class then the tickets would have been a third more expensive.
It does beg a pretty big question. Who the hell was paying for all of this and what did they think they were getting out of it?
There may be a perfectly dull and innocent explanation. But I've left two messages on Adam Werritty's mobile and I'm still waiting to for him to phone back and give it.
Joe Murphy
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Osborne acts for Fox's sake
10 October 2011
Two interesting things emerging as Foxie fights for his life.
First, there is an operation going on to help him involving George Osborne's supporters. This morning we had Greg Hands, the Chelsea and Fulham MP, going on radio and TV. Hands is Osbrone's PPS.
Then, in the Commons Fox was backed by both Hands and Matt Hancock, another trusted Osborne-ite.
To be backed by one mate of the Chancellor is lucky. To get two in one day smacks of intrigue. Does Osborne hope for Fox's endorsement in a leadership contest in future (a valuable endorsement, especially if George is up against Boris Johnson).
Second, it emerges that Labour's defence team was treated to a freebie trip to Washington by the company run by Harvey Boulter, the same businessman that engineered a meeting with Fox via Adam Werritty.
To be fair to the Labour trio who enjoyed the all-expenses paid trip (shadow ministers Jim Murphy and Michael Dugher plus an aide) they declared it openly in the register of interests and are not under the obligations of ministerial duty.
But it is striking that Boulter seems to have been spending big bucks to seek influence across the political spectrum. This revelation does not get Liam Fox off the hook, but it muddies the water considerably and makes lectures about the need for long spoons a tad more difficult to press home.
Joe Murphy
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Murphy's bold move
26 September 2011
Last week I wrote about Labour's bid to decontaminate their defence brand with plans for a radical overhaul of procurement rules.
Today shadow defence secretary Jim Murphy has gone a lot further - making a bold move to paint Labour as the party of the armed forces.
In his conference set-piece, Mr Murphy announced that service personnel past and present will be able to join the party for £1 and that he had established a "Labour Friends of the Forces" group under former defence secretary and Nato chief George Robertson and para-turned-MP Dan Jarvis.
Murphy attacked the Government for cutting troops' pensions and equivocating over signing the Military Covenant into law, telling delegates: "I wanted to challenge the ill-informed orthodoxy of the past which says that Labour is the party of the NHS and the Tories are the party of the Forces. At a time when the Tories are proving that they are neither, a Labour opposition needs to be both if we are to be a Labour government."
He went on to vow Labour would be a "political home fit for our heroes".
It might be a laudable aim, but it leaves Murphy open to accusations of playing politics with the forces. Let's see if it sparks a storm.
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Danny admits we are better off outside the euro
15 September 2011
Breaking news ... Danny Alexander, the former campaign chief for Britain in Europe, has admitted that it's a good thing he didn't win the Battle of Sterling.
He 'fessed up in an interview with the Evening Standard, when asked if it was lucky that the pro-euro campaign did not prevail.
"I think there is no doubt at all that the flexibilities we have, not being part of the euro, have been very helpful to the UK in dealing with the economic crisis we've had," he said.
Asked if that was politico-speak for admitting he was wrong, DA responded: "Who knows how it would have un-folded if things had worked out differently. I'm still a very firm believer that our national interest lies as a wholehearted member of the EU engaging positively to get the best for Britain. That's what always motivated me and that has not changed one iota." He did not, however, say he still wants to join the euro.
There are lots of other good angles in the interview with this unassuming Lib Deb star. He tells the unions that the Government is making contingency plans to defeat the strikes; urges his party to stand firm with the austerity policies and the Coalition; attacks Boris Johnson over the 50p rate and rebuffs the Tory Right on repatriation of powers.
But I like his description of why being brought up on a remote island (Colonsay, pop. 110) made him the man he is today.
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Brian Haw is still making monkeys of the authorities
27 June 2011
Brian Haw has had the last laugh. A week after his death from cancer, there are more tents than ever in Parliament Square, as these pictures show.
His legacy is not just the continuing anti-war protest. It is also that protesters are still making a mockery of the authorities who tried so very hard to ban Haw's tent vigil.
Stretching from the corner of Whitehall (above) ...
... past Haw's original camp site, directly opposite the entrance to the Commons (below)
... to the corner with Millbank (above) ...
... all the way to the Mandela Statue oppposite Westminster Abbey (below)
Meanwhile, behind those high fences, council gardeners are planting perfect flowerbeds and manicuring the lawn, presumably to be unveiled when (or should that be if) the protesters are finally evicted by the courts.
I wouldn't bet on the authorities succeeding. After all, it's over five years since Parliament passed a law specifically to get rid of Haw and his followers - only for it to be declared an unlawful law (not a great advert for the skills of MPs and Govt. lawyers!).
Haw must be laughing his socks off.
Joe Murphy
The farmyard summit
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao is in town today for a summit at Downing Street.
Trade deals are the main focus - it is hoped a package worth more than £1 billion will be signed - with cultural ties and co-operation on issues like climate change also on the agenda. Number 10 insists the touchy subject of human rights will not be ignored either.
But among the trade deals two things caught my eye - chickens and pigs.
David Cameron is hoping China will reopen its market for UK poultry exports, worth around £10 million a year to Britain. A deal to supply 800 breeding pigs is also expected to be signed, building on work by Vince Cable last year to reopen the market for pig meat.
Old MacDonald would be proud.
Craig Woodhouse
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Borat and the Baroness
17 June 2011
This summer, minister without portfolio Baroness Warsi will visit Kazakhstan on one of a number of bridge-building trips with the Islamic world.
She will address the foreign ministers' meeting of the Organisation of the Islamic Conference in the Kazakh capital Astana - a move being hailed as a major coup for Britain.
Will she be offering "Borat diplomacy" - Cultural Learnings of America UK for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan? Probably not, but I couldn't resist.
Incidentally, it is the latest in a series of trips the Baroness has made to Muslim countries that have taken place largely under the radar.
She is seen as the perfect minister to wield "soft power" - Pakistani heritage, speaks Urdu and understands other languages, and a female in places where women are often strangers to politics.
As one aide said: "She will often step off the plane wearing a salwar kameez (tunic and trousers) and her hosts do not expect that - it's a far cry from 'traditional' British diplomacy and helps to facilitate things."
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I would like to ask some advice from you, as I've had a weird request from a client this afternoon. She is going into surgery this next week, and her surgeon told her that he would do her nipple piercings for her while she is under anesthesia if she could bring in the jewelry. Of course, I was leary of wanting to sell the jewelry and encourage a possibly botched piercing. She also told me that the doctor suggested that a licensed piercer come in and do her piercings while she was under anesthesia (I would be concerned about any legal & ethical questions/ramifications resulting from piercing one under anesthesia-even if agreed upon in paperwork). I would be open to piercing in a hospital setting, but, not sure if this is a route I would want to take? I hate being put in a position where I would really prefer her to come to my studio and get pierced, but am afraid that she'll get the piercing anyway by someone who hasn't been trained to pierce. (Her reason for doing it while under anesthesia is that she's had 2 very bad experiences with past nipple piercings.) I guess we can't "save" all of them, but, what would be your best advice for a situation like this? *N*
I received a question about initial jewelry for outer labia piercings, and it led me to make a few comments about piercing aftercare, too.
This answers the common questions: how quickly will a piercing close, and will it close completely?
Greetings, and thanks for your time in advance. I have had a VCH for about 2 years now, and my current connection has asked me to remove my piercing. I have had the original jewelry in all this time, never once removed. How long will it take (generally) to close up completely? Or does it only shrink? What kind of time frame should I expect? Thanks!
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I came across your website (very informative!) and had a question.
I am interested in getting a vertical hood piercing, but I am not sure if I had sufficient tissue for the piercing. I tried the cotton swab thing and although it seems like enough, I was still unsure. I would just feel strange going to a piercer, dropping drawers and them saying "sorry, no can do.". Kind of awkward. Any other ways I could make sure? Casey
I am sorry to bother you again, but I ended up getting the triangle piercing and now have a situation on my hand that I do not know how to deal with. I have a feeling that the piercer placed it a tad too low. It looks fine ( at least to my untrained eye ) but I suspect that it is slightly under the clitoris rather than directly behind it. It is probably right on the border of where the clitoris ends and though I am sure it reached some nerves I do not think it hits the holy grail. When I press on the clitoris I do not feel stimulation behind it like the way you are supposed to. I do not think it sits in the optimum place. Then again, it's only been a few days. Should I go to the piercer and ask her to redo it? Should I wait till it heals fully before going back? I am afraid she will forget me if I wait that long. Plus, I do not want to lose time since I will have to get it repierced and wait yet again for it to heal. Will getting a larger ring help? Am I supposed to pay the salon again? Is there any way that one could tell for sure if it's in the right place just by looking or is it the sort of thing that only the wearer can feel?
I would really appreciate any advice that you could give me on the matter because I am at a loss and getting this piercing meant the world to me. Thank you so much for your attention. T.
I have a friend who is interested in a Princess Albertina but has a few questions that I am unable to answer - mainly, comfort factor with regards to sex and cycling. She is also concerned about the comfort factor with regards to her male partner. Also, the urethral sensitivity ... although she has expressed an interest in sounding. Would you advise experimenting with sounding before committing to this piercing?
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Patent number: 5838515
Abstract: A voice coil motor (VCM) driver has four field effect transistors connected to a motor coil as an H-bridge. A sense resistor in series with the coil and the H-bridge senses coil current. A feedback amplifier provides a feedback signal from a voltage developed across the sense resistor. A summing junction sums current command signals with the feedback signal. A transconductance loop compensation amplifier has an inverting input connected to the summing junction, has a non-inverting input connected to a reference level, and has an output control signal node. The control level is connected to control linear transconductance differential driver amplifiers including the four field effect transistors during a linear drive mode.
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Filed: April 30, 1996
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Assignee: Quantum Corporation
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Abstract: A voltage boost circuit within a hard disk drive is realized by switching a center tap node of a three phase spindle motor to ground during a power down sequence, thereby employing inductance of the spindle motor as a voltage boost inductor. The boosted voltage is rectified and stored in a capacitor for use, e.g. to control a source transistor of an actuator driver during an actuator retract operation.
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Assignee: Quantum Corporation
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Abstract: A technique and associated arrangement for detecting loss of phase/frequency lock in a phase lock loop, particularly for a magnetic disk drive servo system the phase lock loop detects timing asynchronism and loss of lock.
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Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist to discuss media ethics
NEW PALTZ -- Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Charles J. Hanley of The Associated Press will be the featured speaker on Thursday, April 14, as the Communication and Media Department at the State University of New York at New Paltz kicks off the fourth annual Communication and Media Day. Hanley's talk will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Terrace Restaurant and will be followed by a discussion on "Integrity in the Media" by an expert panel. The event, which is free and open to the public, offers participants an opportunity to learn more about media issues in America. It is sponsored by The Legislative Gazette, a weekly newspaper written by journalism students and published by the college in Albany.
"At a time when the media - from The New York Times to CBS - is under fire, a discussion of ethics is most relevant and important," said Patricia Sullivan, chair of the Communication and Media Department. "Open discussions help hold the press accountable."
Hanley's remarks will be followed by a discussion between audience members and a panel that includes Paul Conti, news director for Channel 13 in Albany, Elizabeth Benjamin, a reporter for The Albany Times Union, and Dr. Howard Good, a noted author on ethics and professor of journalism at SUNY New Paltz. Hanley was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 2001 for his investigative reporting into the role of the U.S. military in killing refugees at No Gun Ri in South Korea in 1950. The culmination of Hanley's investigative reporting with two fellow Associated Press journalists was "The Bridge at No Gun Ri"(published in 2001), which also won a George Polk Award, given annually to journalists who show particular courage in their reporting.
The panel will have much to talk about. In recent months, the media has been criticized because of a scandal at The New York Times in which a reporter, Jayson Blair, falsified stories; because CBS failed to document evidence making serious allegations against the military record of President Bush; and because a newspaper columnist, Armstrong Williams, was revealed to be taking money from the White House to promote the Bush Administration's point of view.
Hanley, 57, has been a roving correspondent assigned to AP's International Desk in New York for most of the past two decades, reporting from more than 80 countries. Hanley spent nine months in Afghanistan and Iraq in 2002 and 2003. Hanley has also co-authored the books "World War II: A 50th Anniversary History" and "FLASH! The Associated Press Covers the World." He has worked for the Associated Press since 1968, covering war, crises, and conflicts, including working as a U.S. Army journalist in Vietnam in 1969 and 1970.
A graduate of St. Bonaventure University with a degree in journalism, Hanley's international reporting has earned him awards from the Overseas Press Club, the Associated Press Managing Editor's Association, Brown University's Feinstein Media Award Program, and the Korn-Ferry Award for reporting on the United Nations.


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The U.S. military said on Tuesday that eight American troops have been killed in bomb attacks in southern Afghanistan, making October the deadliest month for U.S. forces in the eight-year Afghan war.
NATO said in a statement that an Afghan civilian working with its forces was killed in the incidents, which it described as "multiple complex (improvised explosive device) attacks in southern Afghanistan."
Several service members were also wounded in the attacks, the NATO statement added.
"A loss like this is extremely difficult for the families as well as for those who served alongside these brave service members," said spokesperson Navy Capt. Jane Campbell in the statement.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends who mourn their loss," she added.
The latest deaths bring to 55 the total number of American troops killed in Afghanistan, The Associated Press reported. Fighting previously spiked around the presidential vote in August, when 51 U.S. soldiers died.
Tuesday's news came a day after the military announced that helicopter crashes killed 14 Americans in the deadliest day for the U.S. mission in Afghanistan in more than four years.
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Huard: 'Would feel better' if QB Lindley started
It is safe to say the Arizona Cardinals and the Seattle Seahawks are going in opposite directions.
The Cardinals have lost their last eight games while the Seahawks have won three of their last four.
After pulling him two weeks ago for rookie quarterback Ryan Lindley, head coach Ken Whisenhunt has named John Skelton his starting quarterback once again.
All the while, the Seahawks have been thriving with rookie sensation Russell Wilson under center.
So on paper, you would think the Seahawks have this in the bag, right?
Brock Huard, co-host of the Brock and Salk Show on 710 ESPN Seattle and former NFL quarterback, doesn't think that's the case, and the reason is Skelton.
"I don't like the fact as a Seahawk rooting desperately for the Seahawks on Sunday to keep this thing going. I don't like the fact that Skelton is getting another lease on life," Huard said on Arizona Sports 620's Burns and Gambo.
Huard mentioned that Skelton has already started and won two games against the Seahawks in his career and feels that Sunday's game might be the quarterback's last chance to establish himself.
"If you are in his shoes, you have got to feel like, and his significant other and his agent and his family have got to be making sure he knows what an opportunity he has," Huard said. "You don't know if you are ever going to get one of these again if you're John Skelton."
Huard said that he "would feel better if it was Lindley quarterbacking" and that he was "surprised" that the Cardinals ever started him.
"To me, from a far in studying him collegiately and everything else, he was a nice player in college but he had a long ways to go before he started," Huard said. "I thought that was a move of desperation by [Ken] Whisenhunt."
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Among the big GRAMMY nominees this year there's one stand out: the fiddle. Or the violin if you're not feeling all that country. From Album of the Year nominees Mumford & Sons, fun. and Jack White to Song of the Year nominee Ed Sheeran, loads of GRAMMY nominees couldn't have done it this year without a string section.
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The Texas Rules of Responsibility (and the ABA Model Rules) primarily address ethical issues that arise in or because of litigation. Attorneys who spend the majority of their time outside of a courtroom, however, also face ethical dilemmas. Unfortunately, when they look to the Rules for assistance, they must either analogize their ethical query to one described in a comment to a Rule – or settle for a Rule that applies only tangentially.
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Culture - colonic tissue
A colonic tissue culture is a laboratory test to check for disease-causing bacteria, fungi, or viruses in a sample of tissue from the large intestine.
- Alternative Names
Colonic tissue culture
- How the test is performed
The doctor removes a piece of tissue from your large intestine during a colonoscopy. For more information on how this procedure is done, see colonoscopy.
The sample is sent to a laboratory where it is placed in a special dish containing a gel on which microoganisms can grow, and stored at a certain temperature. The laboratory team checks the sample daily to see if bacteria, viruses, or fungi have grown.
If certain microorganisms grow, more tests will be done to further identify them. This helps determine the best treatment.
- How to prepare for the test
There is no specific preparation needed for a culture. For information on how to prepare for the procedure to remove a piece of tissue from your large intestine, see colonoscopy.
- How the test will feel
The laboratory culture does not involve the patient, so there is no pain.
For information on how it will feel to have a piece of large intestine tissue removed, see colonoscopy.
- Why the test is performed
Your doctor may order this test if you have signs or symptoms of an infection that can affect the large intestine. A culture is often done when other tests such as a stool culture could not identify the cause of infection.
- Normal Values
A normal result means that no disease-causing organisms have grown in the laboratory dish.
Some "healthy" bacteria, called bowel flora, are normally found in the gut. The growth of such bacteria during this test does not mean there is an infection.
Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
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An abnormal result means that disease-causing organisms have grown in the laboratory dish. Such organisms may include:
- Clostridium difficile bacteria
- Cytomegalovirus
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria
- Salmonella bacteria
- Shigella bacteria
These organisms may lead to infectious diarrhea or parasitic or viral infections involving the colon.
- What the risks are
A colonic tissue culture poses no risks to the patient. For information on risks related to removing a sample of tissue from the large intestine, see colonoscopy.
- ReferencesSemrad CE, Powell DW. Approach to the patient with diarrhea and malabsorption. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007: chap 143.
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The pilot reported that just after touchdown the aircraft 'immediately darted to the left.' The pilot was unsuccessful in regaining directional control and the aircraft ground looped off the right side of the runway. As the aircraft entered the dirt area next to the runway pavement, the aircraft nosed over onto its back. An FAA airworthiness inspector examined the aircraft and reported that one of the three bolts which secures the left wheel halves together had backed out of its associated lock nut. The protruding bolt head contacted the brake caliper and subsequently locked the wheel. An examination of the maintenance records revealed that the wheel halves were last split about two years prior to the accident when a new tire was installed.
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At Special Event Rentals and our Divisions, we know it takes more than rentals, decor, and planning to pull off a great event. Below is a list of preferred vendors who we have built strong relationships and worked with over our company's history. We feel that these businesses strive for excellence in their industries and in providing clients and customers with exceptional service and products.
|Cakes by Janna
With over 110 years and 4 generations of Dutch pastry expertise, our rich history resides deep in the heart of Edmonton, Alberta. We use all natural ingredients, no artificial preservatives, and no animal bi-products. We pride ourselves on the fusion of art with taste to ensure your moment is perfect.
Contact: Janna
Phone: 780.479.8377
|Cake Couture
Inspired and created in Europe, Cake Couture uses its French and Spanish artistic flair to bring you unique and personalized cakes and cupcakes for any special occasion. Your cake can become a real work of art.
Cake Couture strives to offer our high quality products to everyone: from cupcakes made with buttercream to please the little ones, to elaborate edible works of art for the more sophisticated crowd.
Contact: firstname.lastname@example.com
Phone: 780.709.1682 or 780.443.4083
|Deliciously Different
Every cake from Deliciously Different Cakes is created by owner and operator Debbie Lasuik. With over 25 years of experience in custom cake decorating, Deb's goal is to work closely with you to create a cake for your special occasion that exceeds your expectations in design, taste and price.
"I pride myself on personalized service, offering to you my imagination, expertise and attention to detail. All cakes are designed and hand crafted by myself and are created unique and especially with your ideas and wishes in mind. Combining your ideas and my decorating experience will result in a beautiful centre-piece for your occasion that is eye-catching, memorable and truly a "Deliciously Different" cake!"
Contact: Debbie
Email: email@example.com
|The Newget Kompany
Newget is perfect for weddings and events that wanting something a little different, memorable and unique for their guest favor or as dessert. Newget is a creamy, chewy, chocolate-based candy built on a foundation of the finest dark, milk, or white chocolate. With a variety of flavors from traditional to unique, there is a perfect flavor for every and any type of event. Handmade in Edmonton and custom packaged to the client's tastes and colors, Newget is an unforgettable favor that your guests will appreciate receiving (we kick fruitcake's butt!). We can also arrange our many different flavors as a part of a dessert display, allowing guests to taste and try at their own indulgence. Contact us for a private, custom consultation.
Contact: Michelle
Phone: 780.995.1115
Email: email@example.com
|The Newget Kompany
Choklat is unique among ALL other chocolatiers. Using some of the rarest cocoa beans in the world, we are the only chocolatier in Canada who exclusively makes our own chocolate, and we are the only chocolatier in the world who makes truffles fresh to order.
Contact: Karey
Phone: 587.524.3117
Email: email@example.com
|A Cappella Catering
From banquets to barbeques, pancake breakfasts to boardroom lunches, cocktail receptions to conference catering, A Cappella Catering is known in the city of Edmonton for delicious food, exceptional service, and superior value. With nearly 20 years of experience catering to Edmonton's finest venues and most discriminating appetites, we've grown to become one of the city's premiere catering companies. A Cappella Catering has garnered a reputation for being easy to work with. We're committed to continuing to provide our customers with superior value based on excellent food and service. Take a look around our website and get a sense of our food and services. We have received wonderful feedback from our clients and great photos. To receive a quote for your event, click on the "Request a Quote" button and let's get started!
Phone: 780.454.2642
Fax: 780.454.2748
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Bridges Catering
Bridges Catering has enjoyed serving our customers for over 14 years, from small intimate gatherings in private residences to large corporate events and celebrations. Our hard work and dedication to our craft has brought us many loyal clients and accolades. We are a full service catering company offering knowledgeable and qualified event coordinators, outstanding servers and bartenders, custom event rentals, attractive buffet decorations, fresh floral arrangements, and most importantly unique and delicious food for any occasion. Using only the freshest of ingredients, we will provide you with innovative style to suit your specific needs and of course work with you and your planned budget. "Presentation is our Hallmark" at Bridges Catering. We make every effort to ensure that your event runs smoothly and efficiently for you and your guests, as we know the importance of having satisfied customers each and every time.
Phone: 780.425.0173
Fax: 780.421.4714
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Elizabethan Catering Services
Elizabethan Catering Services has been providing a fine dining experience to Edmonton and the surrounding area since 1985. Our website will provide you with all the information you require to plan your unique menu for any special event. Whether for an Edmonton wedding, private dinner party, a corporate barbeque or anything involving food; allow Elizabethan to cater to your every need. Our professional catering staff will pamper you at your event, using exquisite menus created by our exceptional culinary team, using only the freshest ingredients.
Fax: 780.962.1332
Email: email@example.com
|Sorrentino's Catering
Let Sorrentino's Catering take care of the details for your next event. Whether you're planning a corporate event or a private gathering, we offer award winning chefs, delectable food and superior service. We understand that confidence in your caterer is very important. With over 30 years of experience in fine dining: Sorrentino's has garnered a reputation synonymous with quality. We bring our care and expertise to every event. We can accommodate groups of 5 to 500. Sorrentino's Catering offeres formally attired serving staff, options for bar services including host bar, cash bar, corkage and staffing and have 13 locations in Edmonton and area that are perfect for corporate events, receptions, rehearsal dinners and family gatherings.
Fax: 780.474.6494
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Baseline Event Services Inc
For over 10 years now Baseline has been offering DJ, Photography, Rentals & Decor services in Edmonton and surrounding areas. No event is too big or too small. We have extensive experience with Weddings, Corporate Events, Schools, Fundraisers and Charities, Nightclub Services, Tradeshow, even Boat Cruises. Hiring Baseline may be just the unique, competitive edge you need to take your event to the next level.
Phone: 780.483.8856
Toll Free 1.877.WHY.BESI
Email: email@example.com
|Revolution DJ & Limousines
Revolution DJ & Limousines is an elite company providing Western Canada with the best in music and transportation. Our company is a large part of more than 800 special events each and every year spanning across Alberta and BC. Our limousines are incredible, our DJs are talented, and our customer service is second to none!
Website(Limo Services)
Website(DJ Services)
Contact: Ryan Pedersen
Phone Edmonton: 780.416.9017
Phone Calgary: 403.873.1218
Phone Vancouver: 604.688.4445
|Dave Shannon Music
Dave Shannon Music is as committed to your successful wedding as you are - professional, class, quality, expertise. Proud to have played for hundreds of satisfied wedding couples. Proud to be have been part of memorable experiences to be cherished for a lifetime. Why take a chance of placing that one day in the hands of an amateur to practice at your wedding? The only cheese at our weddings is at the buffet! Let us help you make your most special day the very best it can be. Dave Shannon Music Professional DJ Services - "Experience You Can Trust".
Phone: 780-445-9800
Toll Free:1-866-811-3283
FaBLOOMosity is floral design boutique specializing in LUXE florals. Forget everything you pictured a conventional flower shop to be! We pride ourself in showing you the endless possibilities of botanical art. We specialize in flowers from everyday to the big day and all events in between.
Phone: 587.520.0630
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Wild Orchid
Wild Orchid Flowershop... Where flowers meet art!! Locally owned floral boutique offers the perfect marriage of timeless design and endless creativity! From oppulent luxury to simple sophistication, Wild Orchid will work with you to create unforgettable florals for your special day or event!
Phone: 780.425.2816
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Revolution DJ & Limousines
Revolution DJ & Limousines is an elite company providing Western Canada with the best in music and transportation. Our company is a large part of more than 800 special events each and every year spanning across Alberta and BC. Our limousines are incredible, our DJs are talented, and our customer service is second to none!
Website(Limo Services)
Website(DJ Services)
Contact: Ryan Pedersen
Phone Edmonton: 780.416.9017
Phone Calgary: 403.873.1218
Phone Vancouver: 604.688.4445
|Avonlea Photography
Avonlea Photography is one of Edmonton's favorite wedding and event photographers. Having photographed literally hundreds of weddings and events Avonlea Photography has the experience to help make your photography beautiful and worry free!
Contact: Dean Skoubis
Phone: 780.482.4747
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Just Married Photography
Just Married Photography is an innovative wedding photography company capturing dramatic and stunning wedding images. Award-winning international photojournalists Kenneth + Elaine Soong, a husband-wife team, specialize in fine art photojournalism, their signature style of capturing real life moments in an artistic and expressive way. Kenneth + Elaine have appeared on several media networks including CBC radio, City TV, the Calgary Herald, the Edmonton Journal and have been published in Wedding Bells Magazine, Wedluxe Magazine and Perfect Wedding magazine. Kenneth + Elaine have amassed multiple awards for their style of sensational documentary and creative portraiture. Kenneth + Elaine have traveled around the world documenting weddings in more than seven different countries and are experienced and available for both local and international commissions.
Phone: 780.707.7214
Toll Free: 1.800.743.7813
Email: email@example.com
|Shandro Photo
Your wedding day is the most important day of your life and you deserve stunning photographs. Shandro Photo is a boutique wedding photography studio in Edmonton. We're known for our dramatic and emotion-filled wedding images, elegant albums, and funky personalities. We love what we do and would love to meet you! Check out our blog to view our latest work.
Phone: 780.423.1816
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Special Events Digital Photo
Special Events Digital Photo is Western Canada's largest and most experienced event photographers! Equipped with state-of-the-art digital technology, SEPdigital is Edmonton's 1st choice when it comes to Digital Photography for Special Events, Conferences, Conventions, Award Galas, Meetings, Golf Tournaments, and much more.
Contact: Trish
Phone: 780.489.3992
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|A Love Story
Your wedding day will be one of the most important days of your lives. In all the excitement of marrying the love of their loves, many couples comment that their wedding day was a blur. We capture all the sight, sounds, and emotions of your special day that you and your loved ones will cherish forever.
Phone Edmonton: 780.218.3104
Phone Calgary: 403.608.7764
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
|Imago Cinematography
Imago Cinematography creates wedding films for couples who are looking for a meaningful, powerful, and beautiful story of their wedding day. Imago's films are created in short-form and are uniquely fresh and modern. Based in Edmonton, and available worldwide.
Phone: 1.866.99.IMAGO (46246)
Email: email@example.com


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text: On February 1, 2003, approximately 1300 central standard time, a Gilbertson Zodiac CH601HDS experimental airplane, N474BG, struck a berm during a forced landing following a total loss of engine power near Grandfield, Oklahoma. The airplane was built, owned, and operated by the pilot under 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91. The airline transport pilot, sole occupant of the airplane, was not injured, and the airplane sustained substantial damage. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the local flight, and a flight plan was not filed. The test flight originated from Chattanooga Sky Harbor Airport (92F) at Chattanooga, Oklahoma, approximately 1240.The 5,043 hour pilot reported to the FAA inspector that during a flight that morning, the 73 horsepower Subaru automotive engine was running rough; however, he landed the airplane without further incident. The carburetor screen was removed, cleaned of debris, and reinstalled by the pilot. On the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1/2, the pilot reported that during the accident flight, the oil and water temperature indicated 205-210 degrees, and the pilot elected to return to the airport at an initial altitude of 700 feet agl. At an airspeed of 70 knots and an altitude of 500 feet agl, there was a total loss of engine power. The pilot performed the emergency landing procedures. The pilot was not able to turn the airplane into the wind due to an unsafe landing area east of the airport traffic pattern for runway 17. The pilot attempted a 270 degree turn to a landing area; however, due to the decreasing altitude and airspeed (55 knots) of the airplane, he was not able to compete the turn. The pilot landed the airplane in a field with a right quartering tailwind. During the landing roll, the nose landing gear struck a berm, the nose landing gear collapsed, and the airplane came to rest 110 feet from the initial impact point in the field. The pilot reported the winds were from the southwest at 25 knots, with gust to 30 knots. The FAA inspector reported that during the impact sequence, the airplane structure twisted, and the firewall and all components forward of the firewall separated from the airplane. The integrity of the fuel tank was compromised. The airplane had accumulated 27.6 hours of the required 40 hours of flight time under the operating limitations for the homebuilt airplane.


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By refusing a Catholic funeral to a mafioso one is making a powerful point about the sinful nature of the mafia itself
Topic: Edith Piaf
When, if ever, should the church refuse to bury someone?
Posted on Thursday, 9 January 2014
The histrionic response to Pope Francis missing a concert is unfair on a man who must make difficult decisions everyday
Posted on Tuesday, 25 June 2013
It seems the outpouring of love for the Pope has been feigned in some quarters and his detractors have leapt on a chance to criticise him
Regrets? Some of those onboard Costa Concordia may have a few. Then again, so should we all
Posted on Wednesday, 1 February 2012
No one in their right mind – certainly no Christian – can sing 'Non, je ne regrette rien' and really believe that it's true


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FORT WORTH -- Two workers suffered minor injuries Wednesday afternoon when a large awning from an abandoned grocery store collapsed, officials said.Initially, a fire report listed the call as entrapment/rescue at North Beach Street and Basswood Boulevard in north Fort Worth.Firefighters and paramedics responded to the 1 p.m. call at the building, which used to be a Tom Thumb grocery store.A MedStar official said that two men suffered injuries from the falling awning and were treated at the scene.The building is being renovated for a Gateway Church satellite location by AUI Contractors.Lawrence Swicegood, spokesman for the church, said the incident occurred while contractors were tearing down the awning."During the demolition part, a portion of the awning fell," Swicegood said. "MedStar checked over two workers for minor injuries. They're back at work this afternoon."Swicegood said the church should be completed next spring.According to the church's website, members are meeting at Fossil Ridge High School on Sundays until the new building opens.Domingo Ramirez Jr., 817-390-7763Twitter: @mingoramirezjr
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So far we've only seen BMW M Performance aero kit parts for the F30 3 Series installed on white F30s, but here are the first look at how the parts look on a different color – Estoril Blue II and Mineral Grey 3 Series.
The parts seen on the Estoril Blue II F30 is even painted in body color for an even more unique look.
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Consumer Reports has named the F30 328i as the most reliable compact sport sedan. Check out their video review.
EVO reviews the F30 335i against the Audi A4 and Mercedes C350. They call the BMW 3 Series the most bonkers in the group, but does that mean it takes the win? Read on…
You've seen plenty of images of the 2013 3 Series Touring (F31), now have a gander at how it looks compared to its predecessor – the E91 3 Series Touring, in some side-by-side comparison photos.
Both look great in our opinion and they both look like fresh designs to our eyes. To a person who has never seen either car, it may indeed be difficult to guess as to which is the newer/older design.
We bring you the first ever look at the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe prototype in live action – from a recent test session on the Nurburgring track.
This is the first we've seen of the prototype on the Ring, as well as being fitted with M Sport Brakes.
As always, don't worry about the headlights and tail lights of the prototypes at this stage of testing. They are merely fakes for testing purposes. Expect the 4GC to share the lights with the rest of the upcoming 4 … CONTINUED
Although not full hi-res images, BMW has posted on its facebook page the first photos of M Performance Parts fitted on the F31 3 Series Touring and F11 5 Series Touring.
As expected, both the F31 and F11 generally share the M Performance Parts from the sedan versions – including black kidney grilles, front bumper splitters (carbon fiber for the F11), carbon fiber mirror caps, rear diffuser, side skirt trim, M Performance brakes, M Performance exhaust system and 20″ wheels (different styles for the F31 and F11).… CONTINUED
The 4 Series Gran Coupe (F36) has now taken its development to the Nurburgring for some high speed performance testing. It's the first we've seen of the prototype on the Ring, as well as being fitted with M Sport Brakes.
As always, don't worry about the headlights and tail lights of the prototypes at this stage of testing. They are merely fakes for testing purposes. Expect the 4GC to share the lights with the rest of the upcoming 4 Series lineup.
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Check out how the BMW M Performance exhaust for the F30 335i sounds in these videos from startup, idle, and revving at stop.
Studie AG has started work on their F30 3 Series, an Alpine White 328i. It's been lowered on H&R springs and has taken on several different looks already with Hamann Anniversary EVO wheels, limited edition BBS LM wheels, BBS RZ-D wheels, ATS Superlight wheels, and M Sport package.
AC Schnitzer showed its full F30 3 series sedan program last week and now reveals its F31 3 series touring program, which features similar components to its F30 3 series.
It features a front spoiler, chromed front grille, rear roof spoiler, rear spoiler and rear skirt extension. The interior features aluminum pedals and trims, a gear knob with digital display and custom floor mats. The car is lowered on AC Schnitzer springs which drop the car 25mm.
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Just announced today is the short list for possible North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) winner, which will be announced at the NAIAS (Detroit Auto Show) in January. Per tradition, this list will be culled down to an even shorter finalist list prior to the show.
For the cars on this list that do not ultimately win, being named to the list is already a sign of distinction given the number of new cars introduced per model year. Below are the car and truck lists.
The 2013 Cadillac ATS 2.0T tries to dethrone the 2013 BMW 328i from the front of the entry-level luxury segment on the latest episode of Car and Driver: Tested.


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Beatrix has been a yoga practitioner for more that 28 years. She received her extensive yoga teacher training in India where she became certified in Ashtanga Yoga and Yoga Therapy and has been teaching locally and abroad for 12 years. She also holds certificates in Thai Yoga Massage and Ayurvedic Massage and is a member of the Natural Health Practitioner's Association of Canada.
In 2009, Beatrix was introduced to the incredible health benefits of Suspension Yoga and in 2010 she became the first instructor in Canada to begin offering Suspension Yoga classes in Toronto. She now facilitates Suspension Yoga Teacher Training programs both in Canada and abroad.
Jane Danielson CYA - RYT 250
Family & Children's Suspension Yoga
Jane Danielson is a dancer, Thai Massage practitioner and teacher of Yoga and dance to humans of all ages. After completing her BFA in dance at York University, Jane discovered Yoga to be a wonderful way to heal, balance and relax the body.
Jane has been inspiring kids in yoga and dance for over 12 years. She has taught children in ages ranging from 2 years old into the teens in both private and public schools, community centres and selected studios around Toronto. Jane's classes are playful and help children to develop skills for long-term health, coordination, creativity and the ability to work both independently and as well as in groups. Jane completed her certification training and is qualified to teach the OmGym Suspension System.
Gloria Laux-Feltham - Certified M.E.L.T. Instructor
The M.E.L.T Method
A yoga practitioner since 2003, Anuta was inspired to become a yoga instructor after becoming introduced to the OmGym Suspension System in the fall of 2010. After completing her Suspension Yoga teacher training, in April 2012, she went on to also acquire her 250 hr RYT with Downward Dog Yoga Studio and received her Prenatal Yoga instructor training at Yoga Space and is a graduate of the acclaimed Leslie Kaminoff Yoga Anatomy Course .
Anuta is the director of The Flying Yogi's Prenatal and Postnatal Suspension Program. Drawing from her personal experiences as a mom who practiced Hatha and Suspension Yoga during and after her pregnancies, Anuta has developed a unique program that enhances traditional prenatal yoga poses with the torso support of the OmGym Suspension Sling thereby allowing the pelvis to move more freely and also alleviating many of the common discomforts of pregnancy.
Anuta also designed and teaches Suspension Yoga for Runners and is the creative force behind The Flying Yogi's YouTube channel.
Lisa is a Sivanada-Certified Yoga Instructor, as well as a graduate of the Hatha, Vinyasa, and therapeutic-based Yoga Space Teacher Training program.
She has experience teaching Hot Yoga at various studios, and is particularly talented with easing beginners into practicing yoga in a heated room.
A hands-on teacher who believes in the healing power of therapeutic touch, Lisa brings elements of thai massage into all of her classes. Guided by the Buddhist principle of metta (loving-kindness), she creates a supportive and safe environment in which to explore and grow. Her classes focus on breathing, alignment, mindful movement, and love! She sees yoga asana as a vehicle for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual transformation.
Polina Leibovskaia - Certified Suspension Yoga Trainer
Balance is what keeps Polina happy and a regular Yoga practice became a very important part in her life because it helped find the balance that keeps one calm, grounded and motivated. Polina chose to become a yoga instructor so that she could share this positive experience with others; encouraging them to feel good about moving their bodies and helping them to release the tension that builds up as a result of the daily grind. She presently teaches the Infrared Vinyasa Flow classes at The Flying Yogi for all level of students. Her classes focus on dynamic sequencing of yoga poses with synchronized breathing.
O.J. Fidelino
O.J. has been on a personal fitness voyage that has led him to try many different and physical activities, including weightlifting, circus acrobatics, beach volleyball, surfing, and certification in Suspension Yoga . An information geek at heart, he's familiarized himself with the rationale and physics behind various fitness programs with the goal of creating a time-efficient and fun fitness routine.
His classes are focused on building core strength and improving proprioception (body spatial awareness) developing in his students a core stability that they will allow them to excel in their own fitness escapades.


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Investors were hoping that the minutes from the last Fed meeting would answer their questions about when the Fed would begin tapering their bond-purchasing program, but it didn't. The Fed basically said they are looking for continued improvement in the job market.
By Angela Johnson
August 21, 2013: 3:00 PM ET
CNN Money
Investors had hoped the minutes from the Federal Reserve's latest meeting would answer questions about when the central bank would start to pull back on its bond purchases. They didn't.
Stocks immediately fell to their lows of the day Wednesday after the minutes were released. But the Dow Jones industrial average then moved aggressively off those lows while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq turned higher.
The Fed essentially said that it is still looking for continued improvement in the job market, and hinted it may not yet ready to taper its bond-buying program.
Bond investors did not seem so happy though. The 10-year Treasury yield increased to 2.86% as bond selling picked up following the minutes.
Investors will now be closely watching the August unemployment numbers, due out on September 6th, for any indication of improvement in the labor market. Stronger jobs numbers could prove to be a catalyst for the tapering of the stimulus markets have come to depend on.
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A combination of a sneeze and a fart both going off at once.
When someone snarted, the whole room started smelling.
by Morgan Rowe June 06, 2005
A rare condition prominently displayed at first by R.S. Clemens at a local Northridge, CA apartment in which the person affected has instances where they sneeze so hard, they almost shit themselves. Many consider it a rare disease and can only be found in caves containing large quantities of moist doodoo like the haunta virus.
Randy ate so much cordon bleu that he sneezed so hard he almost snarted, but then ran to Elliot's bathroom.
by UncleBonch December 16, 2008