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UNM Honors College
Phone No: (505)-277-4211
Fax: (505)-277-4271
The mission of the University of New Mexico Honors College is to provide an enriching environment for students who are among the most academically motivated and talented at the University, an environment that enhances their college experiences through a curriculum that is intellectually challenging and engaging. The Honors College provides opportunities for intensive interdisciplinary and cross-cultural liberal education to undergraduates and endeavors to build a community of scholars.
The following topics will help guide you through the various policies, procedures and helpful information to make your time in the College rewarding and enriching.
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Each student is expected to maintain the highest standards of honesty and integrity in all academic and professional matters. You must do your own work and should not, under any circumstances, let others use your work or ask other to do your own work for you. If you copy from others or sources without acknowledging them, you are guilty of plagiarism. If you have someone else write assignments or allow another person to copy work, you are guilty of dishonest scholarship. In addition to risking being expelled from UNM, if you are found guilty of plagiarism or dishonest scholarship, you will receive a 0 for the assignment and an NC for the course. Honors students must comply with the UNM Code of Conduct to be found in the UNM Pathfinder.
The Honors College employs a skillful and knowledgeable team of Peer Advisors who have been specially trained to assist students with their Honors College schedule, answer questions about College requirements, and serve as a referral system to other campus resources. Advisement from peers opens a stream of insight, guidance, and open communication. Peer Advisors are upper classmen who have received special training on Honors policies, but also can provide a unique "insider" perspective about the University in general.
Incoming Freshmen or first-time Honors Students
These students are required to meet with a Peer Advisor during their first semester.After that, they must go back for advisement in their second spring semester, and every spring thereafter. For example, a new student starting Fall 2011 would get advised during the Fall 2011 semester, and then return for advisement in Spring 2013, Spring 2014 and so on.
Continuing Honors Students
Honors advisement is directly tied to the privilege to register early, which is known as Priority Registration.
Students are encouraged to meet with a peer advisor as desired for additional help. Juniors should plan to meet with an advisor in order to clarify graduation requirements.
Honors College advising is for Honors College students only. Honors College advising only addresses issues specific to the UNM Honors College and should not be confused with academic advising. Each student should see their academic advisor as needed or required by their college. Honors College advisors can neither place holds on student accounts, nor lift them.
There really are hundreds of benefits for students in the Honors College. We've narrowed that list down to the big ones here:
Often the greatest benefit we provide for Honors students is the chance to enrich their academic pursuits within a small community of life-long learners.
In recent years, the Honors College has helped to subsidize attendance of Honors College students whose papers are accepted for presentation at WRHC, NCHC, and National Intercollegiate Literature and Social Sciences conferences.Students must receive approval from the Associate Dean of the College prior to submitting a proposal for a conference. Information and deadlines for the conferences and paper proposals will be posted on the Honors College bulletin boards:
National Collegiate Honors Council
The National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) is a professional organization composed of faculty, administrators, and students dedicated to the encouragement of undergraduate honors learning. The nationwide membership of NCHC include both public and private colleges and universities. NCHC national conferences are held annually each fall. Student members are encouraged to attend and to develop papers for presentation at the student sessions. Annual dues for students are $12.50. For membership and conference information, go to the NCHC website.
In keeping with the Rehabilitation Act of 1993 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University is committed to providing equal access to educational opportunities for qualified students with disabilities. The University shall provide reasonable academic adjustments to qualifies students with disabilities as necessary to ensure equality of access to the courses, College, services, and facilities of the University.
The Dudley Wynn Honors Center is located on the ground floor of the Student Health Center. The Center was designed by George Pearl, an eminent architect. It includes a large forum, a library/computer pod, six classrooms, main office, and nineteen faculty offices. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, the Honors Center is a space where students attend classes, meet to study together, continue course discussions or just relax between classes.
The Scholars' Wing, located in the Hokona/Zia Residence Hall, is a dynamic community of scholars with shared interests and values. The Honors College is proud to be participating in this innovative residence hall College that nurtures academic values. Regents' Scholars, Presidential Scholars, and Honors College students can apply to participate in the College through the Housing Reservations Office at 277-2606, and they are selected on the basis of academic performance.
Michael Thomas, Honors College Continuing Faculty, serves as faculty advisor and has an office in the wing (358 Hokona/Zia). He coordinates various academic enrichment activities. The wing has a computer/study room with several Mac & PC computers. A "Coffee and Conversation" College allows students to have informal contact with various speakers and valuable intellectual or professional resources. A weekly newsletter, Noticias, provides timely information on activities, lectures and scholarships.
Honors College students are encouraged to broaden their education through cultural and social events both on and off campus. The Honors College offers a wide range of lectures and informal conversations with Honors College faculty and distinguished guests. There are also political and social organizations, clubs, university events and community-service projects available. All of these activities add dimension to your educational experience, as well as to your personal life. These activities also demonstrate the degree to which learning occurs continually and in a multitude of contexts.
The Honors College uses a unique grading system to encourage students to pursue courses outside of their normal interestes or proficiencies. Our grading system eliminates the worry of taking an academic "risk" usually associated with trying something new or unfamiliar.
Honors College students may enroll in Individual Study—1-3 credit hours to a maximum of 6. When registering students MUST include the number of hours they are taking or the system will auto enroll a student for 1 CH. Individual Study may be used to prepare for a special project including a thesis or to work independently on an area of interest. Students may also enroll in an Individual Study course to enhance areas in their study plan. They may also register for IS when participating in an international program in order to maintain or complete Honors College requirements in a timely manner. Students may develop an independent study proposal with an interested Honors College faculty member who will serve as the instructor/advisor of the independent study. A formal proposal must then be approved by the faculty member and the Honors Associate Dean before registering. A maximum of three hours of independent study work is permitted. A grade of incomplete is not allowed
In an effort to promote global awareness through international academic programs, the UNM Honors College grants their students recognition for international education. This international distinction will appear on the student's Honors graduation certificate as, With Distinction in International Studies, and the student will receive a special cord. In order to qualify for this distinction students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours with a grade of B or better; or, in the case of Honors courses, A or CR:
A student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2 on UNM's 4.0 scale to remain in the Honors College. Students who do not maintain a 3.2 will be asked to confer with a Honors College advisor for academic counseling and will have a one-semester grace period called Honors Probation. A student may continue, during this semester, to enroll in a Honors College course and enjoy Honors College privileges while working to raise his/her GPA. Honors Probation can be extended, if the circumstances are warranted. If a student does not raise his/her GPA after a semester of probation, he/she may not take additional Honors College courses. Students are encouraged to reapply when their cumulative GPA returns to 3.2.
Priority Registration has long been one of the unique benefits granted to Honors students. The UNM Registrars' Office determines the dates when all students attending the university can sign up for classes. However, with Priority Registration, Honors students, regardless of accumulated credit hours can register on the same day as graduate students. Essentially, Honors students can get a "first-pick" of courses and thereby coordinate their busy school, work, and family schedules. To receive this privilege, students must follow Honors College advisement requirements. Students who have been advised as required, must complete an override card in order to be able to register for an honors course. Students who were not advised must also complete an override card for an Honors course, which will be processed one week after the Priority Registration date.
Honors College courses are limited to 16-17 students and waiting lists are not maintained. This means that obtaining an open seat in an Honors course is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Non-honors students with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 may enroll in open Honors College courses approximately one month after the Priority Registration date. With permission from the Associate Dean, non-degree students may enroll for a maximum of 3 credit hours and are expected to fully participate and complete all course requirements, with the understanding that they intend to apply for admission to one of the degree granting colleges.
Students who transfer to UNM may receive up to 9 credits for honors courses taken at other institutions. For the Transcripted Designation, students may receive up to 3 credit hours of honors coursework from other institutions. Students must request credits for non-honors courses taken at other institutions and must include descriptions/syllabi of the courses for which you are requesting credit.
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The ADF7012 is a low power FSK/GFSK/OOK/GOOK/ASK UHF transmitter designed for short-range devices (SRDs). The output power, output channels, deviation frequency, and mod-ulation type are programmable by using four, 32-bit registers.
The fractional-N PLL and VCO with external inductor enable the user to select any frequency in the 75 MHz to 1 GHz band. The fast lock times of the fractional-N PLL make the ADF7012 suitable in fast frequency hopping systems. The fine frequency deviations available and PLL phase noise performance facilitates narrow-band operation.
There are five selectable modulation schemes: binary frequency shift keying (FSK), Gaussian frequency shift keying (GFSK), binary on-off keying (OOK), Gaussian on-off keying (GOOK), and amplitude shift keying (ASK). In the compensation register, the output can be moved in <1 ppm steps so that indirect com-pensation for frequency error in the crystal reference can be made.
A simple 3-wire interface controls the registers. In power-down, the part has a typical quiescent current of <0.1 μA.
For other ISM and Licensed Band Transmitters and Receivers, see ADF7901 and ADF7902.
ADF70xx Third Party Developers
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RF Meets Power Lines: Designing Intelligent Smart Grid Systems that Promote Energy Efficiency
RF DesignLine, March 2010
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The Use of Short Range Wireless in a Multi-Metering System
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One of the more evident trends at the recent Metering Europe 2006 event in Copenhagen was that both meter manufacturers and utility companies are placing an increased emphasis on the use of communication networks to create added value for their systems and also to leverage from infrastructure investment already in place.
(Metering International, December, 2006)
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Understand Wireless Short-Range Devices for Global License-Free Systems
Short-range devices (SRD) are radio transmitters that communicate unidirectionally or bidirectionally with little capability of interfering with other radio equipment. They provide many different services, including home automation, wireless alarms, and remote keyless entry.
(RF DesignLine, March 07, 2007)
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Wireless Short Range Devices and Narrowband Communications
The term "Short Range Device" (SRD) covers radio transmitters which provide either unidirectional or bi-directional communication and which have a low capability of causing interference to other radio equipment.
(Microwave Product Digest, July, 2007)
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Design, Simulate, and Document Proprietary Wireless Systems
The broad acceptance of standards developed for short range wireless connectivity has been one of the notable features of the semiconductor market in the past few years. The available wireless standards are not always the best fit for the application's requirements, however.
(Analog Dialogue, Volume 42, Number 4 2008)
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Smart Metering Technology Promotes Energy Efficiency for a Greener World
The metering of electric power coming into the home is going electronic, replacing the long-established electromechanical power-line meter (from the 1890s) with all-electronic smart meters.
(RF DesignLine, July 27, 2009)
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The ADF7000 series of transmitter and transceiver ICs provides high performance, robust, short range wireless connections.
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The most up-to-date ADF70xx software download is bundled with all documentation, including schematics, for the ADF70xx family of transceivers. Layout can be found in the gerber files under the documentation tab.
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Symbols and Footprints— Analog Devices offers Symbols & Footprints which are compatible with a large set of today's CAD systems for broader and easier support.
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BUCHANAN: Was it really all just a dream?
By BRUCE BUCHANAN, Harris Enterprises | 2/21/2014
I had a dream the other night. Well, it was more of a nightmare.
I had been elected to the Legislature. I'm not sure if I was in the Senate or the House. Might have been a combination of the two.
I had a dream the other night. Well, it was more of a nightmare.
I had been elected to the Legislature. I'm not sure if I was in the Senate or the House. Might have been a combination of the two.
Shortly after I was elected, I was invited to a gauzy mansion where my host bore a striking resemblance to Vladimir Putin. He said to call him the wizard, but insisted he was not from Oz.
"Welcome," he said. "Welcome to the Bizarre Bazaar of Legislative Delights! We are here to serve as you assume your wondrous and awesome new power. Just let us know your interests, and we will provide the language."
Hmmm, I thought, this doesn't look like what I had experienced back in my innocent youth. I had been an intern in the office of House Speaker Wendell Lady in 1979, the first year he was speaker. You know, back in the days before there was much influence from groups outside the state trying to manage our business.
But, I thought, it's a new day, and I had better get with the program.
"This is a candy store," my host told me, "and we know you have a sweet tooth.
"I am interested in religious freedom," I said, beginning to feel the first stirrings of my new authority.
"We have just the thing for you," the wizard said. "This is called the Religious Freedom Act (wink, wink), but it really provides protection from those evil judges. It looks like they are close to overturning the constitutional amendment many states, including yours, passed banning gay marriage.
"Here's the deal. Sell it as a way to allow those who don't believe in gay marriage to refuse to help in any way with their marriage services.
"But, and this is an important point you won't want to talk about, we slipped an extra comma into the text. That extra comma means no one will have to do anything for those people!"
Oh, I thought, this is getting good.
"What if someone reads the bill before we pass it?" I asked.
"Just quote Nancy Pelosi," my host sneered. "We need to pass this bill in order to figure out what is in it. Let the Senate do the reading."
"OK," I said, "now I want something that will help rein in all those out-of-control local governments." Although I ran for office under the guise of promoting local control, I had observed the local yokels in action for many years. They — and their voters — couldn't be trusted.
"We have just what you need," the wizard said. "We had the same problem back in my home country. Over there, we just shipped those folks off to a labor camp. If they happened to die from a beating, well, those are the breaks.
"But, we know it doesn't work that way in Kansas. So, we have these catch-all gun rights bills."
"We call this cute little number the Second Amendment Protection Act. It's a great way to get started because it puts the feds on notice that their agents aren't welcome in the state."
"Wait a minute," I said. "The Legislature passed this one last year."
"Oh, that's right," he replied. "I forgot how forward-thinking Kansas is. How about this one? It would pre-empt all local gun ordinances. Pass this and you can keep a loaded pistol on the seat next to you and you will never have to worry again about whether you are violating the law."
Oh, my.
"And, in the spirit of your request, stuff these additional bills in your pocket," the wizard said." This one takes away the mortgage registration fee counties unfairly impose. This one would stop those yokels from taking advantage of increases in property values to raise additional property tax revenue. You just can't trust them."
"Wow," I said. "You have a full arsenal here. And, you really understand how irresponsible those local officials are. Whoever said that government closest to the people is best didn't know what he was talking about. All wisdom is centered in Topeka."
Finally, my gracious host took me behind a curtain. There, in bright pink neon, was a flashing sign. "Bruisers welcome," it said. The room was dimly lit. Desks lined the walls. Rough characters, some of whom might have been refugees from the sex offender program at Larned, stood in huddles, talking in hushed tones. But, they were all smiling.
"What's this about?" I asked, starting to get nervous.
"This is my favorite," he said. "This is where the Stand Your Ground laws were written. This is where we cook up our finest, and you should see the latest."
He whipped out a bill. I scanned the language quickly. My eyes stopped at a section defining "corporal punishment." Great, I thought. Corporal punishment "means up to 10 forceful applications in succession of a bare, open-hand palm ... of a child ... acknowledging that redness or bruising may occur on the tender skin of a child as a result." And the power to punish can be delegated.
"You can't have this one," he said, as he grabbed if from my hands. "We found a Democrat from Wichita to introduce it. A Democrat! Can you imagine?"
I finally awoke in a cold sweat, but felt a sense of relief as I realized I had been having a nightmare.
Then, I opened the morning paper.
Bruce Buchanan is president of Harris Enterprises, the parent company of The Ottawa Herald.


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The Party That Changed Peter Stelling's Life
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Lots of bands try to do exactly what Hot Robots already do extremely well — that is, write solid, hooky, intelligent pop music. On stage, the group may look like an average bar band, with good equipment but perhaps weighed down by pedestrian musical inclinations. As it turns out, though, the Robots aren't lacking anything when it comes to writing or execution. Remember in Valley Girl, when Randy (Nicolas Cage) goes to see the Plimsouls and rocks out to an actual band, one that has soul and verve instead of one of those tepid, movie-only creations? Hot Robots (due at the hi-dive on Wednesday, November 5) are like that, in that it's easy to get excited about them and there's no acting involved.
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Visas After Graduation
October 23, Ithaca Campus
Presented by Stephen Yale-Loehr, JD, Immigration Attorney and Adjunct Professor, Cornell Law School, and member of the ISSO staff
7-9pm, Hollis E. Cornell Auditorium, Goldwin Smith Hall
Come find out everything you will need to know about staying in the U.S. after graduation. Stephen Yale-Loehr will explain the procedures for working immediately after graduating, working long-term in the U.S. and eventual becoming a permanent resident (green card holder) if you so desire.
This information is particularly crucial at present time, given the H-1B cap and new backlogs and employment-based green cards.


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What is Crime Stoppers?
How Does Crime Stoppers Work?
A caller dials 792-TIPS (8477) and without giving his or her name or any personal data, relays information regarding a crime; the location of a wanted person; information concerning stolen property; or the facts of a crime that has not yet been committed. The caller is given a code number and remains anonymous.
Who is Eligible for a Reward?
Law enforcement officers, their immediate families, the perpetrator or co-conspirator of a crime, a fugitive from justice, or the immediate family of a Crime Stoppers Board Member are not eligible for rewards.
For more information regarding the Hamilton County Crime Stoppers, please contact Inv. Karen Williams at (386) 792-6647.


text: Hello to all ,first time on this site as a registered user, very interesting to say the least. I have a question for you guys out there , does anyone know if they are still producing aaa 10 yr old? I live in wisconsin and recently found a bottle on the lower shelf (lowest),what a great bourbon for the price -$19 -liter. Anyway i talked with the manager after i had taken home and sampled it,and he said that they have not had that stuff in for aver 6 months, I asked him if he had more - 1 case left - I bought it! Now from what I understand as far as bottle dating that the yr is on the bottom of the bottle if so my bottles would be dated to 2007 --old stock? I tried emailing the website but got no reply, anyway I thought I scored pretty good. Thanks -- I was told about this site when I was down in ky. this yr for the bourbon festival and was at the bourbon hotel gazebo. (best western?)Was a good time introduced John B. Stetson to one of the regulars.


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NASA's two day Space Apps hackathon is coming up, which means, it's time to talk about technology and science! If those subjects interest you, then you should definitely plan to attend the International Space Apps Challenge. You don't have to be a developer or scientists – teams are made up of a myriad of technologists, designers, artists, educators, entrepreneurs, and even students.
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NASA Launches Instagram Account
NASA has launched an Instagram account "that will take its fans on an out-of-this-world journey through images of Earth and beyond," according to a news release from the federal agency known for its use of social media. It plans to use both new and archived photos and videos.
@SocialTimes to Join @NASASocial for the Orion Stationary Recovery Test
Is it even possible to Vine or Instagram something like that? I have no idea. But expect plenty of pictures of the Navy's recovery ship, the Hydro Impact Basin, and NASA Langley's National Transonic Facility, all of which are part of the tour, as I cover the event live from Virginia. You can follow me on Twitter at @DevonGlenn or @SocialTimes and also keep an eye on @NASASocial, @NASA_Orion and the #NASASocial hashtag for updates from from the entire group.
NASA to Host Google+ Hangout on Hurricanes Over the Atlantic Ocean
NASA, which began a five-year mission in 2012 to research changes in hurricane formation and intensity over the Atlantic Ocean, will send two unmanned aircraft over the ocean this summer to learn more. The U.S. government agency will host a Google+ Hangout with four panelists tomorrow, July 23, to discuss research already completed and this summer's flights.
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On today's social media edition of the Morning Media Menu, GalleyCat editor Jason Boog discussed how social media is changing the world.
NASA Releases Free eBook About Hubble Telescope
Science nerds can rejoice because NASA is getting into more digital publishing with its latest books, Hubble Space Telescope: Discoveries and Webb Space Telescope: Science Guide. The books are available in Apple's iBookstore and in PDF format. NASA's eBooks are extremely interactive – you can manipulate telescope models and watch galaxy collisions on your iPAD for free.
This great resource provides in-depth information on the technology behind NASA's famed telescope, The Hubble, which has been in operation since 1990 and has provided the public with astounding imagery of space. The interactive book details the history of the telescope's creation as well as some of the great discoveries it has enabled.
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Obama Wins New Term as Electoral Advantage Holds (The New York Times)
Barack Hussein Obama was re-elected president of the United States on Tuesday, overcoming powerful economic headwinds, a lock-step resistance to his agenda by Republicans in Congress and an unprecedented torrent of advertising as a divided nation voted to give him more time. Reuters Around 11:15 pm EST, just as the networks were beginning to call the race in his favor, Obama took to Twitter to proclaim himself the winner over Republican candidate Mitt Romney. That the president would take his message to Twitter before taking the stage in Chicago underscored the tremendous role social media platforms like Twitter played in the 2012 election. Mashable Obama's celebratory tweet surpassed 500,000 retweets, making it the most retweeted post of all time, according to reports. The tweet, which simply says, "Four more years," accompanies a photo of Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama embracing. The Huffington Post Maybe it's fitting that the last campaign stop ever for Obama — a candidate who in 2008 was lauded for his ability to mobilize supporters online — is Reddit, the sprawling Internet community that hosted a real-time Q&A session the sitting commander-in-chief in August. "I'm checking in because polls will start closing in this election in just a few hours, and I need you to vote," Obama wrote on Reddit in a note posted around 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday. Politico Romney gave a quick concession speech, shorter than six minutes, in which he acknowledged the nation had chosen a different leader and called on the president – and citizens – to reach across the aisle. "I pray that the president will be successful in guiding our nation," he said, adding, "I want to thank Paul Ryan for all that he has done for our campaign. And for our country. Besides my wife Ann, Paul is the best choice I've ever made." Deseret News Romney may not have won the presidential election, but he won praise on Twitter after his concession speech, while pundits on both sides of the aisle took to the social media platform to express their post-election emotions. Romney's website live-streamed Obama's victory speech — an action met with additional praise on Twitter, where NPR media correspondent David Folkenflik called it a "total class move." VentureBeat New Jersey's decision to let citizens displaced by Hurricane Sandy vote by email and fax appears to have backfired, with the state now extending the deadline to return those ballots to 8 p.m. Eastern on Friday. Some voters in Jersey did not receive their email and fax ballots Tuesday after repeatedly requesting them.
Speaking of Curiosity, Who's Behind the @MarsCuriosity Twitter Account?
In case you were wondering, Veronica McGregor, Courtney O'Connor, and Stephanie Smith form the trio of tweeters behind the adorable, yet accurate Twitter account chronicling NASA's mission to Mars. McGregor had also handled the social media efforts for the Phoenix Mars Lander in May 2008.
Watch: Relive The Curiosity Rover Mars Landing On YouTube
Over 25,000 people watched the NASA live stream last night to see if Curiosity Rover would land successfully following what was being referred to as the "Seven Minutes of Terror," the seven-minute time period it took Curiosity rover to enter Mars' atmosphere and land. In case you missed it (or want to relive the excitement) we've put together a list of YouTube videos to capture the event. Check 'em out and feel free to leave your comments below.
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Tweeting Truck Lands on Mars, Internet Explodes With Joy (Mashable)
Overcoming its "seven minutes of terror" — and winning the hearts of geeks worldwide — the 2,000-pound NASA Curiosity Rover landed on Mars at 1:39 Monday morning EST. The whole landing was live-tweeted from its official Twitter account, writing in what you might well call the voice of the Internet. Twitter The tweet from @MarsCuriosity confirming landing on Mars: "I'm safely on the surface of Mars. GALE CRATER I AM IN YOU!!!." Another tweet says: "To the entire team & fans back on Earth, thank you, thank you. Now the adventure begins. Let's dare mighty things together!" The New York Times A couple of minutes later, the first image popped onto the video screen – a grainy, 64-by-64-pixel black-and-white image showing one of the rover's wheels and the Martian horizon. Three minutes later, a higher-resolution version of the same image appeared, and then came another image from the other side of the rover. Los Angeles Times Curiosity is expected to revolutionize the understanding of Mars, gathering evidence that Mars is or was capable of fostering life, probably in microbial form. The spacecraft is also expected to pave the way for important leaps in deep-space exploration, including bringing Martian rock or soil back to Earth for detailed analysis and, eventually, human exploration. CNN The spacecraft had been traveling away from Earth since Nov. 26 on a journey of approximately 352 million miles, according to NASA. Curiosity, which will be controlled from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, has a full suite of sophisticated tools for exploring Mars. They include 17 cameras, a laser that can survey the composition of rocks from a distance and instruments that can analyze samples from soil or rocks. Read more


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"At the Lord's command they encamped, and at the Lord's command they set out." Numbers 9:23
I enjoy camping – I even like getting everything ready for the big event – the sleeping bags, the food – I like cooking out, the personal items, and everything else necessary for a few nights in the great out of doors. Going camping for me is a great stress reliever and it's worth the effort it takes to get back to nature.
The Israelites knew all about the challenges of camping. Their forty-year expedition in the wilderness may not have been what they were expecting. They lived as nomads without permanent housing. They lived in tents in the desert and moved at the direction of God. There are nomads that still live like this in the Holy Land today.
In addition to their personal belongings, the Israelites also traveled with the tabernacle, which was the portable dwelling place of God's presence. During this time, the Lord provided a sign to the Israelites – a cloud to assure them that God was with them.
Whenever the cloud lifted above the tabernacle, the people knew it was time to move on. And when the cloud stood still they set up camp and remained there until the cloud lifted again. Sometimes the cloud hovered over the tabernacle from evening until the next morning. Other times it stayed for a month or longer.
The Israelites didn't know when they would moving on – on the road again – or where they would be going.
They had absolutely no control or say in the matter. They lived day by day in complete dependence on the guidance of the Lord. And yet, despite the uncertainty and inconvenience of this lifestyle, they obeyed.
As I think about those nomads I wonder where I am in my journey with the Lord. Am I camping out and waiting for the Lord's instructions? Am I on the move, following in the direction God is leading me? Where ever I am I do know that the Lord is with me. I work to listen for God's voice.
If God says wait, then I have learned to sit tight. If God says go, then I start packing. I've learned and am still learning to be like the Israelites. To follow God where ever God leads.
Let us pray: O God I know You have a plan for my life. You have work for me to do and places for me to go. As I spend time in prayer and Your Word You speak to my heart. When I trust and obey – when I listen with my whole being You show me when it's time to move on or time to wait on You. So Lord keep my ears and eyes open to Your leading and Your guidance. Keep me ever faithful in my journey with You. It is in the Name that is above all Names – Jesus – that I pray. Amen.


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HUDSON, N.Y. — English Arts and Crafts, Aesthetic Movement and the Cotswold School items performed well, with many lots exceeding estimates to make a strong showing at Stair Galleries' September 7 auction featuring the collection of John Alexander Limited, Philadelphia.
The sale comprised the property of John Levitties, founder of John Alexander Limited Gallery. From 1993 to 2013, Levitties curated one of the world's leading collections of turn-of-the-century British and continental decorative arts. As such, he played a pivotal role in bringing English Aesthetic Movement, Arts and Crafts and Reformed Gothic to the United States in the early 1990s. Levitties also offered his clients the most significant examples of British handcrafted furniture from the Cotswold School. Works from John Alexander Ltd can be found in important international museums as well as most major American private collections.
Muffie Cunningham, Stair's specialist for the sale, said Lavitties contacted Stair about consigning the collection as he closed his business to concentrate on interiors and managing properties. "We were very happy with the sale, only three pieces were unsold," said Cunningham of the 257-lot auction. Participation by online bidders was 25 percent, with the rest taken by the phone and the room.
Marquee names in furniture and decorative works included such makers as Cox and Co., Morris & Co., Collinson & Lock, Liberty & Co., and Heal and Son; and designers Bruce Talbert, Charles Bevan, Charles Locke Eastlake, Ernest Gimson, Sidney Barsley and Gordon Russell, among others. British bespoke furniture dominated and there were a few continental pieces.
The highlights were an English iron-mounted oak gun cabinet by Ernest Gimson, circa 1905, that sold for $16,100 against a $5/7,000 presale estimate and an English Aesthetic Movement walnut library table by Morris & Co., circa 1878, that blew past its $1/2,000 estimate to finish at $7,475.
The Gimson gun cabinet featured an overhanging cornice above a pair of glazed cabinet doors, enclosing three shelves, the lower section fitted with a pair of paneled cupboard doors, raised on molded stepped feet. The lot opened at $3,500, according to Cunningham, with early bidding pushing it to the $5,000 level where action tapered a bit before an American private collector and a New York decorator got into it with aggressive bidding, with the New York decorator ultimately prevailing.
The library table, unmarked, with overhanging top with ribbed ends, stood on outset legs joined by a faceted stretcher. It got enormous interest from both the English trade and American private collectors during preview, according to Cunningham. Catalog notes stated that an oak example of this table was among the furnishings in William Morris's own library at Kelmscott Manor, circa 1870. The limestone Tudor manor house in the Cotswold village was the home of Morris, the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement, from 1871 until his death in 1896.
There were several other lots that left their presale estimates in the dust. A pair of Benson-style counterbalance candlesticks more than tripled the low estimate of $300/500 to achieve $1,265. Of brass and copper, the 5¼-by-13½-by-61/8–inch candlesticks were together with a William Arthur Smith Benson inkwell on an oval tray. Immediately following this, a W.A.S. Benson English Arts and Crafts brass and copper counterbalance two-light hanging fixture, circa 1900, brought $3,738 against a $700/900 estimate. The fixture featured a domed top on two pulleys above two outscrolled candle branches fitted with yellow bell-form glass shades and measured 30½ inches.
Cunningham said that a complete surprise occurred about halfway through the auction when an English ebonized oak side table by Eric Gomme, circa 1900, exceeded its low estimate tenfold. There was French bidding as well as three private collectors that drove the Glasgow-style piece from its $400/600 estimate to $4,600. "I knew that people appreciate Glasgow, so I thought it might bring $800 to $1,200," said the specialist. The table with overhanging square top above one short drawer raised on fluted supports joined by two shelves, 22¼ by 21 by 21 inches, went to the European trade.
A set of five metal lanterns had decorative value and sold for $5,750. Circa 1900, the hammered metal lanterns had pagoda-shaped roofs with handles above a circular glass body and ended in scrolled toes. They had not been electrified.
Designers and American trade showed interest in an English ebonized oak armchair in the manner of Christopher Dresser, circa 1880, that took $4,830 against a $1/2,000 presale estimate. It had a paneled backrest flanked by ball finials with quatrefoil carving above padded scrolled armrest. Its turned legs ended on casters and it measured 44½ by 28 by 26½ inches.
"A wonderful piece of cabinetry, so beautifully made," said Cunningham, wistfully perhaps, with regard to an English metal-mounted carved mahogany display cabinet by George Washington Jack for Morris & Co., circa 1890. The case piece garnered less than half of its low presale estimate of $10,000, eliciting $4,600 from the American trade. "Probably because of its scale," noted Cunningham about the 83-by-86-by-21½-inch superstructure, but she also noted that there are also fewer collectors of smalls destined for display in such cabinets these days. "We knew that case pieces were going to be a tough sell," she said.
A set of eight English stained oak and caned dining chairs by George Walton, circa 1896, included two armchairs and six sides. Each had a triple arch-top crest centered by a paneled caned backsplat and leather seats. They sold over the low estimate at $4,025.
David Weeks commands good prices in this milieu, and a chrome and white painted metal cross cable mobile chandelier by him did well, selling at $4,600 against a $600/800 estimate.
Additional Modern highlights included a pair of Danish teak and leather "Elizabeth" armchairs, Ib Kofod-Larsen, circa 1956, that drew $6,900. "The frames were in good condition," said Cunningham, "but the leather was worn. Still, they were well received."
Nearly every auction has its "bargain," a lot that surprises on the downside, either because its genre is underappreciated or because someone just was not paying attention. Such was the case with lot #46, according to Cunningham, an English Aesthetic Movement calamander and ebonized music stand by Lamb of Manchester, circa 1880. "The quality of the calamander and inlay on this piece was exceptional," she said. "I love beautiful furniture like this." Now, she added, someone has this star piece of furniture in their home or collection, having secured the $2/4,000 estimated piece for $1,840.
Prices reported include the buyer's premium. There is more to come of the John Alexander Limited collection, not a single-owner sale but combined with other consignments later this fall or winter. For information, 518-751-1000 or www.stairgalleries.com.


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Payment of Additional Profit Petroleum and Interest based on Arbitration Awards in Ravva JV
The document details the background of various arbitrations in Ravva Joint Venture and payments made thereon as per the awards. A total of US$ 76,879,691 (Rs. 334,56,50,564) has been made by ONGC to the Government of India towards Additional Profit Petroleum and interest based on Arbitration Tribunal awards in respect of Ravva Joint Venture.
A Production Sharing Contract (PSC) was entered into on 28th October 1994 between Government of India (GOI), Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. (ONGC), Videocon Petroleum Ltd. (VTL), Command Petroleum (India) Pty. Ltd (predecessor to Cairn Energy India Pty Ltd. (CEIL) and Ravva Oil (Singapore) Pte Ltd. (ROS) for the purpose of carrying out Petroleum Operations with respect to the Contract Area (commonly referred as Ravva Oil & Gas field). Under the PSC, Command Petroleum (India) Pty Ltd (now Cairn Energy India Pty. Ltd.) has been appointed as the operator for carrying out exploration, development and production of petroleum on behalf of the contractor.
Concept of Profit Petroleum
As per the terms of the PSC, the Volume of Petroleum produced and saved from the Contract Area is classified as "Cost Petroleum" and "Profit Petroleum".
"Cost Petroleum" is that portion of petroleum produced and saved from the Contract Area which the Contractor is entitled to take in order to recover the contract costs, including exploration costs, development costs and production costs incurred in the Contract Area.
"Profit Petroleum" is that portion of petroleum produced and saved from the Contract Area, which is over and above "Cost Petroleum". In other words, Cost Petroleum together with Profit Petroleum will be the total volume of Petroleum produced and saved from the Contract Area.
While Contractor is entitled for 100% of the Cost Petroleum, the Profit Petroleum is to be shared between contractor and the Government as per the terms and conditions of the PSC.
The term "Contractor" has been defined in Article 1.25 of the PSC as Companies and ONGC collectively.
The term "Companies" as defined in Article 1.19 of the PSC, shall mean all such companies (excluding ONGC) collectively, including their respective successors and assigns
"Profit Petroleum" is to be computed and shared between the Contractor and the GOI as per the methodology laid down in Article 16 read with Appendix-D of PSC. The share of Profit Petroleum for the Contractor and the Government for any given year depends on the Post Tax Rate of Return (PTRR) actually achieved by the Companies at the end of preceding year. As per Article-16 of the PSC, the Government share of Profit Petroleum increases progressively with the increase in PTRR achieved by the Companies.
Dispute in the methodology of Profit Petroleum Computation
As per the provisional calculation made by Operator, PTRR slab rate requiring surrender of Profit Petroleum to Government was triggered for the first time during the year 1999-2000. As per the Operator, in that year, the Companies collectively achieved a PTRR of more than 15%; hence the Government share of Profit Petroleum started accruing from the Financial Year 2000-01. A meeting of the Companies with DGH was convened on 11th April 2000 to discuss PTRR and address administrative matters connected with payment of Govt, share of Profit Petroleum. There was divergence in view points of DGH and the Companies on issues pertinent for deciding Profit Petroleum split between Govt, of India and Contractor.
As per Article 16.4 of the PSC, Government share of Profit Petroleum is to be determined for each quarter on an accumulative basis. Pending finalization of accounts, delivery of Profit Petroleum is to be based (a) on provisional estimated figures of Contract Costs, production, prices etc and (b) PTRR achieved at the end of the preceding year. These provisional estimates are to be approved by Management Committee. A final computation of Profit Petroleum based on actual costs, production and prices is to be carried out within 60 days of the end of each year. Necessary adjustment to the sharing of Profit Petroleum is to be agreed upon between the Government and Contractor as soon as practicable thereafter.
Although MC Resolutions are moved by Operator every quarter along with Profit Petroleum computations, the same have not been approved by the MC. This is because of absence of consensus with regard to methodology for computation of PTRR between the Companies and DGH. The major area of dispute as discussed in MC meetings:
Whether sharing of Profit Petroleum is to be based on PTRR achieved by the "Companies" (i.e. partners excluding ONGC) on "aggregate / collective" basis or on 'individual company' basis. Owing to difference in tax rates for Indian and Foreign Companies, the PTRR under the two scenarios would differ.
Whether abandonment cost can be considered as "Cost Petroleum" without depositing the same in a Sinking Fund created for this purpose.
Whether inventory which has not been used in Petroleum Operations is cost recoverable.
Whether deposits made (but subsequently refundable) arc cost recoverable.
Whether "ONGC Carry" amounting to US$ 33 Million can be considered by the Companies as cash outflow for PTRR purposes.
Whether claims in excess of "Base Development Cost" specified in the PSC (without specific approval of MC /Govt.) is cost recoverable.
ONGC was surrendering Profit Petroleum to the Government on a quarterly basis based on Operator's computation of Profit Petroleum submitted to JV Parties for approval. The payments are being made on "Provisional Basis" in view of divergence of view regarding interpretation of PSC provisions between the Government and the "Companies".
Reference of dispute to Arbitration
Persisting difference of perception of the PSC provisions between the Government and the "Companies" has led to Arbitration clause of PSC being invoked by the companies.
In August 2002 Cairn Energy India (Pty) Ltd., and Ravva Oil Singapore issued Notice of Arbitration to the Government of India. As per the Notice, the Claimants have sought relief as to proper interpretation of PSC provisions for following:
Entitled to calculate PTRR on an individual basis
Entitled to make allowance for notional Dividend Tax in calculating notional income tax for the purposes of calculating PTRR.
Entitled to have Contract Costs incurred after the effective date which would have been payable by ONGC but for the Companies obligation to meet these costs as ONGC carry as referred to in Article 3.3 of the PSC taken into account in for the purposes of calculating PTRR.
Entitled to recover Site Restoration Costs which have been accounted for in the Claimants ' accounting books pursuant to Article 15 of the PSC and to allow for such Site Restoration Costs for the purposes of calculating PTRR and entitled to recover payments made by a company into a separate bank account established by that company specifically for the purpose of providing a sinking fund for its share of Site Restoration Costs pursuant to Article 15 of the PSC and to allow such sums for the purposes of calculating PTRR.
Entitled to recover the costs of materials which have been purchased or furnished in order to carry out work in the foreseeable future pursuant to Article 15 of the PSC and to allow, for such costs for the purposes of calculating PTRR.
Not obliged to pay Royalty and Cess on the GOI's share of Profit Petroleum; and
Entitled to recover the costs of deposits made to various authorities and others, from time to time, for the purpose of Petroleum Operations under the PSC pursuant to Article 15 of the PSC and to allow such costs for the purposes of calculating PTRR.
In August 2002, Videocon Petroleum Ltd (VPL), formerly known as Petrocon India Ltd, also served notice of Arbitration on Government of India for resolving the following disputes:
Whether (he PSC requires allowances/deductions to he made for Notional Dividend Tax payable (up to 01.04.2002) pursuant to Section 115 of the Income Tax Act, while calculating "Notional Income Tax" for the purposes of calculating the Post Tax Rate of Return (PTRR).
Whether allowance/deductions in respect of Contract Costs incurred by VPL after the effective dale and which would have been ordinarily payable by ONGC, but for VPL 's obligations to meet these costs as ONGC Carry under the PSC, are to be made for (he purposes of calculation of Profit Petroleum as laid out in the PSC.
Whether provisions made in the accounts of VPL on account of "Site Restoration Costs" and "Production Costs" for the proposes of meeting its obligations under the PSC would be considered for the purposes of making allowances/deductions for calculating Profit Petroleum.
Whether VPL is permitted under the PSC to recover the cost of material purchased or furnished by it for use in petroleum operations in order to carry out work in the foreseeable future, as Costs for Oil and Gas as defined in the PSC and is allowed for the purposes of calculation of Profit Petroleum under the PSC, to deduct the cost of such purchase or provision of such material from the date on which the said cost is incurred.
Whether Royalty and Cess are payable by VPL with respect to the share of the GOI in Profit Petroleum under the terms of the PSC.
Whether deposits made to various authorities and others, from time to time by VPL fur the purposes of petroleum operations, would be costs recoverable under the PSC and allowable as deductions for the purposes of calculating Profit Petroleum as laid out in the PSC.
VPL also issued a notice to Arbitrate dated 30th July 2003 to GOI on the matter of its claim to receive its remittances to be received by VPL towards payment for sale of crude Oil after converting the U S Dollar amounts stated in the invoices by applying State Bank of India IT Selling rate on the date of payment mid not by applying the SBI IT buying rate.
The above matter was also brought under the purview of the same Arbitration Tribunal as was constituted for hearing other cases.
VPL was also engaged in two other arbitrations with GOI on the following issues:
Case No. 1:
For declaration that the PSC does not prescribe any due date for payment to GOI its share of Profit Petroleum and it should be further declared that the obligation to pay profit petroleum will arise only after final determination of the accounts and for a further declaration that GOI is not entitled to demand interest for alleged delay in Profit Petroleum
Case No.2:
Termination of PSC by GOI on issue of Debenture Trust.
ONGC did not participate in the Arbitration in the light of an earlier communication from MoP&NG which stated that as the major shareholder of ONGC, the Government's advice to ONGC is that they should not join arbitration proceedings against the Government.
Notice for non-payment of additional Profit Petroleum by GOI
In September 2002, MoP&NG issued Notice of non-payment of Profit Petroleum/Additional Profit Petroleum under Ravva PSC to the JV Partners including ONGC. As per this Notice, the Additional Profit Petroleum payable to GOI by ONGC was indicated at US$ 81,820,870 for the period 1st April '99 to 30th June'02.
This Notice was examined internally in ONGC and communication was issued by Director (Offshore) to MoP&NG, The letter states "It is understood that other JV Partners have approached Government for appointment of an arbitrator on this issue, since it relates to interpretation of PSC clauses. Hence, ONGC requests GOI to keep the matter in abeyance till the fatal award of the arbitration and commits itself to make all payments as per award".
Arbitration awards
The following arbitration awards have been made:
Partial Award dated 12.10.04 in case of CEIL & ROS Vs GOI. (on the points referred in 3.1 above)
Interim Award dated 12.2.04 and further Partial Award dated 23.12.04 in Case No. 1 of Petrocon India Ltd Vs GOI
Partial Award dated 31.03.05 and cross objections in Case No. 1 dated 31.3.05 of Petrocon India Ltd Vs GOI.
In the Partial Award dated 12.10.04 in the case of CEIL & ROS and GOI, the arbitration tribunal allowed the Parties to arrive at the quantification of sums related to the issues until 12th April 2005.
As per the award, except the claim relating to ONGC carry and costs of deposit towards advance for purchase of goods and services, all other claims have been decided in favor of Govt. of India.
For one of the issues under arbitration viz "ONGC carry" which was decided in favor of the claimant, GOI appears to have challenged the Arbitration award. However, the award is silent regarding interest on delayed payment of Profit Petroleum, as the issue was not referred for arbitration.
In the further Partial Award dated 23.12.04, in case No. 1 between Petrocon India Ltd. and GOI, the claim of GOI for interest on delay in payment of Profit Petroleum has been upheld. The award interalia states at Page-66: "The respondent is entitled to interest on the payments which were delayed. Interest is to be calculated in terms of Article 1.73 of Appendix -C".
In Partial Award dated 31.3.05, in case No. 3 between Petrocon India Ltd. And GOI, the Arbitral Tribunal has decided " The PTRR will have to be calculated as per this award and the Respondent will be entitled to receive the shortfall plus interest at LIBOR plus 2%".
One of the issues decided in Petrocon's Partial Award dated 31.03.05 is regarding Exchange Rate applicability on the payments made by the refineries towards crude sales. The decision of the Arbitral Tribunal as given in Provisions of the award (Ch VII) reads as under:
"The claim relating to the rate of exchange which pertains to the period which falls beyond three years from 3rd July 2003 is barred by time. For the subsequent period the Claimant is entitled to receive all payments for Petroleum sold to the Government or its nominees after converting United States Dollars stated in the invoices by claiming the Stale Bank of India TT middle rate i.e., the average of the buying and the selling rate on the date of payment and consequently will he entitled to receive the difference between the amount paid and which will now fall due as a consequence of this decision together with interest at LIBOR plus 2 %".
DGH claim for Additional Profit Petroleum up to 31.03.04 on ONGC
Subsequent to the arbitration awards, DGH raised a claim of US$ 69,247,987 on ONGC towards Profit Petroleum dues up to 31st March 2004 on accrual basis. The letter states that the arbitration award in respect of other issues (except ONGC carry cost) has become final and binding on ONGC and therefore, the amount of Profit Petroleum payable in terms of the award has become disc and payable by ONGC. But no claim of interest was made by DGH at this stage.
Accordingly, ONGC made payment of US$ 69,247,987 (equivalent to Rs. 300, 81, 32,555) on 22nd August 2005 as claimed by DGH.
Claim for Additional Profit Petroleum & Interest by DGH
In continuation to their earlier demands, DGH made a claim of US$ 7,666,180 towards additional Profit Petroleum along with interest as allowed in the partial award dated 31.3.2005 between VPL and GOT. The break up is as under:
Additional Profit Petroleum as on 31.3.05 : US$ 863,810
Interest up to 31.12.05 : US$ 6,802,370
Total : USS 7,666,180
The DGH's letter states that the payment of Profit Petroleum together with interest is in terms of Arbitration Award dated 12.10.04 between CEIL and ROS Vs GOI and Partial Award dated 31.3.05 (Case No.3) between Petrocon India Ltd Vs GOI. The letter also mentions that GOI reserves its right to claim further interest due to delay in payment of the claimed amount of US$ 7.666 million.
While drawing attention to Para 5.4 above, it is to be stated that as in the case of Petrocon (now Videocon Petroleum Ltd.), ONGC also has been receiving payments from the Refineries on the crude sales after converting the US Dollar billings at SBI TT Buying Rate. On a specific request from ONGC for the copies of Arbitration Award, DGH provided the copies of the Arbitration Award. After going through the partial award dated 31.3.2005 in Case No. 3 between Petrocon and GOI award, where the issue of exchange rate has been decided by the tribunal, it was felt the benefit of the decision regarding exchange rate applicability needs to be taken by ONGC as well. As per the workings made, the exchange rate claim from the refineries for payment made between 1.8.2000 to 31.3.2005 was arrived at Rs.21.27 crores (Rs.18 64 crores towards Principal plus Rs.2.63 crores towards interest upto 31.12.05).
DGH claimed for US$ 7,666,180 towards additional Profit Petroleum including interest was allowed by releasing Rs. 12.64 crores on provisional basis on 26.4.2006 after adjusting Rs.21.27 crores for Exchange Rate differential receivable from refineries. This was done as the award brings out that sales made to the Refineries are really sales made to the Government. Receipt of payment from the Govt, nominees cannot dilute the provisions of Art. 19 of the PSC (which requires sales to be made to Government).
DGH took exception to the adjustment of exchange rate differential dues from refineries against Profit Petroleum dues. DGH vide letter dated 20th June 2006 informed that the arbitration award in respect of exchange rate is being challenged by the concerned refineries and hence may not be concluded at this stage'. DGH further claimed that 'any amount due to ONGC on account of exchange rate difference on the sale invoices will have to be collected from the concerned refineries and cannot be adjusted from Profit Petroleum and interest on late payment of Profit Petroleum payable to the Govt' and requested ONGC to release the balance amount within 15 days.
Subsequently, on 27th June 2006, during telephone discussions between ONGC and DGH officers, it was brought oil by DGH that MOPNG has categorically stated that the payment on exchange rate difference should be made by the refineries to the companies and in case of failure to do so, it needs to be taken up with the refineries and that there is no link between Profit Petroleum payments and refinery payments. Further DGH has informed that no other JV partner has made the payment of Interest on Profit Petroleum except ONGC.
In the light of the above and the letter from DGH requesting for release of balance amount within 15 days, it was suggested to release the payment to DGH after obtaining approval of Competent Authority, in order to arrest the accumulation of interest on the balance amount due and to honor the commitment provided to MOPNG on the subject.
Accordingly, out of the balance due amount of Rs. 21.28 crores (Rs.33.92 crores total due minus Rs. 12.64 crores paid on 26th April 2006) an amount of Rs. 16.34 lakhs (equivalent to USD 30570 as Principal + USD 3906 as Interest) was adjusted being the sum paid by ONGC but not considered by DGH while making the claim, and the final net balance amount of Rs. 21,10,67,473 was paid to GOI on 14th July 2006.
While recommending the above payment, it was deliberated that:
ONGC may take up with DGH to waive interest
Bills to the refineries for FE difference be raised
Request for waiver of interest
In compliance with the above directions, a letter requesting DGH to waive the interest paid on additional Profit Petroleum amounting to Rs. 30.07 crores was sent to DGH by GGM-Chief JV (PSC) in July 2006.
Claims on HPCL, BRPL, IOCL
Claims totaling Rs. 33.91 crores towards dues on account of exchange rate differential (difference between SBI TT buying rate and IT middle rate i e. average of IT buying and TT selling rate) dues together with interest upto 30th June 2006 have been raised on HPCL, BRPL and IOCL.
Following payments to GOI, against the claims of DGH towards additional Profit Petroleum and Interest as per the decisions in the arbitration awards, have been made :
Claim Date
Amount Claimed
Amount Paid
Payment Date
In US$
(In US $)
Adjusted unit, of claim did. 23.1.2006
Total amount paid Rs. 334,56,50,564 (US$ 76,879,691) comprises of Principal Rs. 304,48,98,797 (USD 70,081,227) and Interest Rs. 30,07,51,767 (USD 6,798,464).
Rs. 16,33,794 (US$ 34476) was excess claimed by DGH and deducted while making payment on 14.7.2006.


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Q. I am a dental hygienist with training in acupuncture. Am I allowed to use these techniques in the dental setting and do I need any additional indemnity?
There are some aspects of the provision of dental treatment that the General Dental Council's Scope of Practice simply does not cover. Acupuncture would be a good example. In the past the GDC has been a little cautious about its use in dentistry, presumably because they are not quite sure where it fits in. The use of holistic medicine and hypnosis would be other good examples. This lack of clarity from the GDC is not helpful, although they would probably argue that there does have to be a point where the scope of practice has to be at the registrant's discretion.
If a registrant is to consider using these techniques, they would need to demonstrate that they are competent to do so and have acquired the necessary training. A training course run for DCPs by a UK dental hospital would probably be regarded as appropriate training.
The difficulty would be how you might decide to use this additional skill in the dental surgery. As a hygienist, using acupuncture as some form of relaxation technique would not seem unreasonable. If you intended using acupuncture for the treatment of TMJ dysfunction this would be quite a different matter. For obvious reasons this type of treatment is a long way outside the scope of practice for a hygienist.
The use of acupuncture for a condition that was unrelated to dentistry would also be unacceptable. Indeed it would be necessary to ensure that a clear distinction was made between this alternative practice and the practice of dentistry. You could not, for example, advertise yourself as being a hygienist and in some way give additional credence to the treatment you provide from your GDC registration. On these occasions you would need to obtain additional indemnity from another provider.
There are overlaps which tend to complicate matters even further. It is, for example, the duty of all clinicians to provide advice on smoking cessation and to encourage patients to give up the habit. In the past, acupuncture (rather like hypnosis) has been shown to be quite successful in this respect. It is debatable whether the use of acupuncture in such a way is part of the practice of dentistry, or outside the dental field.
From Dental Protection's point of view, provided you are using acupuncture as part of dental treatment, there is no particular difficulty in relation to recieving an indemnity as a benefit of dental membership. This may change in the future if the GDC should decide that it falls outside the scope of practice for a hygienist.
Any DCP members finding themselves in a similar situation are invited to contact Dental Protection for advice.
Dental Protection Limited is registered in England (No. 2374160) and is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Medical Protection Society Limited (MPS) which is registered in England (No.36142). Both companies use Dental Protection as a trading name and have their registered office at 33 Cavendish Square, London W1G 0PS.
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People News
Jessica Simpson yanks 'Dolly' tribute performance
By Stone Martindale Dec 22, 2006, 20:49 GMT
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It's been a tough year for Jessica Simson all the way around.
Recently Simpson flubbed and fled from the stage at the Kennedy Center Honors while performing the song "9 to 5" in honor of her idol, Dolly Parton.
Her ex husband Nick Lachey seems to be lucky in love, and has landed on his feet with Vanessa Minillo.
In her Shreveport, La. production of featue film "Blonde Ambition" there is talk of it going straight to DVD, a bad sign, and the crew has made comments to the media about Simpson's inabilty to pull off her scripted lines.
Now Simpson has pulled out of a taped tribute to Dolly Parton after she was unhappy with her second attempt to perform Parton's hit song 9 to 5.
She recorded it a second time, but was still unhappy and asked for it to be removed from the tape.
"She really wasn't happy with her performance," said Simpson's new publicist Cindi Berger, who reps Rosie O'Donnell and Sharon Stone.
"She did want it to be perfect for Dolly, who she idolizes," she added.
"We appreciate the time and energy Ms Simpson put into this event and respect the high standards she has for herself and that of the Kennedy Center Honors," said the producer, George Stevens Jr.
The annual event honored theatre producer Andrew Lloyd Webber, conductor and musical director Zubin Mehta, singer Dolly Parton and Smokey Robinson and film-maker Steven Spielberg.
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Rylinn? Rilynn? and middles?
So I already know this name is not most of your style (as it wasn't even mine until like 3 weeks ago). I have ditched Ryanne since most people I said anything to said they met girls named Ryanne pronounced like Ryan instead of Ry-anne. My husband was trying to push Ryland for a girl, because he knew one and they were good friends. I veto'd that, but him suggesting to honor my brother was so sweet I had to try to salvage it.. He NEVER recommends names. SO if you HAD to spell it to honor Ryan would you go with
Rylinn or Rilynn
We all have 6 letter first names, so I'm trying to continue that. I'd love to use a classic middle to balance it out since it sounds a bit trendy, honestly that doesn't bother me too bad but whatever it kinda does... Oh well! It has meaning and everyone in my family would love if we used it. I wanted a nature name middle, but I've scrapped that and am back to the drawing board. The following I like but husband has veto'd. Help me with some fresh ideas berries!
Rylinn Beatrice
Rilynn Cecilia
Rylinn Marigold
June 4th, 2013 10:06 AM #3
If someone forced me to spell Rylinn at knifepoint, then I'd definitely go with 'rylinn'.
Far too trendy for me though. Have you looked at Bryony (breye-uh-nee)? I think it's perfect for what you want. You've got the 'rye' sound like Ryan, it's not overly trendy, it's six letters and it's a girl's name!
Either that or just do Ryan as a middle name.
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June 5th, 2013 03:36 AM #5
Bryony, I think that's a much nicer way to honour Ryan than Ryland/Rilynn/Rylinn etc. Or you could use plain old Ryan as a middle name, which would work for a girl. Even Ryan as a first name could work for a girl if the name is meaningful to you and it's paired with a feminine middle.First baby due on September 7, 2015!
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Thank you, Lineska. I love the suggestion of Elizabeth and Magnolia.
Do you think Rilynn would be mispronounce "Rill-yin"? I was thinking the Rylinn would be more upfront with pronunciation.
Bryony has always been "Brian-ee" to me, it just looks so butch.
My sons name is Archer, and it was not on the top 1000 when we named him. It was also a tie in to family in many many ways. Now people say his name is "trendy". What can you do? I'm more into the thought of honoring my family member than whether the name will strike some as "trendy" or "made up". SSA says people have been using this name for years, so it's not really that "out there".


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Two Murdered in Pakistan
by Peter Riddell
On July 19, 2010, two Christian brothers accused of distributing
blasphemous material were gunned down on the premises of the sessions court
in Faisalabad,
Pakistan. Rashid Emmanuel, a 36-year-old pastor, and Sajid Masih Emmanuel,
30, had been running United Ministries Pakistan for the last two years in
the Christian
community of Dawood Nagar. Their murder represents the latest episode in the
ongoing troubles of Pakistani
A member of a shadowy Islamist group reportedly told police that the two had distributed blasphemous leaflets in a city bus stand. Rashid Emmanuel agreed to meet an anonymous caller, only to find himself surrounded by police carrying photocopied papers denigrating the prophet Mohammad and purportedly bearing the signatures and phone numbers of the two brothers. They were taken into police custody on July 2 and charged with blasphemy under Section 295-c of the Pakistan Penal Code.
Within days of their arrest, Muslim groups began calling for the death penalty. Hundreds of Muslim youth marched into Dawood Nagar, throwing stones and bricks at the Waris Pura Catholic Church and shouting insults at Christians and Christianity.
An Asian Human Rights Commission press release pointed to the mosques as the source of the incitement:
In fact, the police were set to exonerate the two brothers because a handwriting examination by the prosecution showed that the signatures on the leaflets did not match the brothers' signatures.
As they emerged from the court after the proceedings, five armed, masked men opened fire on them, killing both and severely wounding a member of their police escort. The shooters escaped into the crowd.
In the wake of the killings, protests by Christians erupted in Dawood Nagar. In response, further announcements were made from local mosques asking people to come out to fight "rampaging" Christians, according to Pakistan's Dawn newspaper.
The events were noticed at the highest levels in Pakistan, with President Asif Ali Zardari instructing the authorities in Punjab to investigate the murders, and asking the provincial government to pay suitable compensation to their families.
However, such statements do little to assuage the concerns of Pakistan's Christian community about the ongoing injustices meted out under Pakistan's blasphemy laws. Since their enactment in 1986, over 120 Christians have been charged and left to languish in prison while awaiting trial. Other victims of these laws have included members of other religious minorities, as well as some Muslims whose approach to their faith earned the displeasure of the religious authorities. Fr. Aftab James Paul, director of Interfaith Dialogue and Ecumenism for the Catholic diocese of Faisalabad, said that "almost all blasphemy cases are false and fabricated."
In response to the incitement from the mosques, Shahbaz Bhatti, Pakistan's Christian Federal Minister for Minorities, has proposed draft legislation against preaching hate and printing or distributing hate material. However, a Muslim cleric, Allama Ahmed Mian Hammadi, said that Bhatti's comments were in themselves blasphemous, adding, "It is not a cruelty to kill blasphemers; rather blasphemy itself is such an enormous brutality that the one who commits it neither has got a right to live in this world nor is there any pardon for the blasphemer."
Peter Riddell is Senior Fellow with Kairos Journal and serves as Professorial Dean of the BCV Centre for the Study of Islam and Other Faiths of the Australian College of Theology in Melbourne, Australia.
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Probiotics - The "Good Guys"
Probiotics are a variety of "living organisms" (known as "good bacteria" or "friendly bacteria") that help maintain the natural balance of microflora in your gut. The normal human digestive tract contains about 400 types of probiotics that reduce the growth of harmful bacteria, promote a healthy digestive system and support the immune system. These good guys have gotten quite a bit of hype lately with new products like Good Belly (probiotic juice drink), and a resurgence of old hippie favorites like kefir, homemade yogurt and even kombucha. This is the market responding to the alarming rate of digestive issues in this country. They are caused by stress, a poor diet, certain medical conditions, and most commonly the overuse of antibiotics. Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria, which they do well, YET they also kill all of the probiotics in the gut while doing so – resulting in a probiotic imbalance and most likely digestive and general health challenges.
So how do we find a "friendly bacteria" balance??
First of all, start with a healthy, well balanced diet full of nutrient-rich WHOLE foods (and we are NOT talking about the over-priced grocery store) that are as close to the source as possible! Then you can bolster the good guys by consuming:
1. Probiotic rich diet - Probiotics are non-digestible nutrients that are used as an energy source by certain beneficial bacteria that naturally live in your intestines. Probiotics, also known as fermentable fiber, occur naturally in a variety of foods, especially high-fiber foods, including certain fruits, vegetables and grains. The main food sources of probiotics include:
- Artichokes
- Bananas
- Barley
- Berries
- Chicory
- Dairy products
- Flax
- Garlic
- Greens, such as dandelion greens, chard and kale
- Honey
- Leeks
- Legumes
- Onions
- Wheat and whole grains, such as oatmeal
2. Probiotic supplements – Start taking a probiotic supplement on a daily basis, but not just any product will do. There are tons on the market and the basic rules are:
- Find one that is refrigerated (higher potency)
- Look for a variety of strains from both groups of probiotics - Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium
- Must have an enteric coated capsule – ensures they actually get to your gut
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- Yogurt
- Kefir
- Fermented foods like sour kraut
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Although the scientific research is not super solid (although the qualitative research is), probiotics are also known to:
- Treat diarrhea, especially following treatment with certain antibiotics
- Prevent and treat vaginal yeast infections and urinary tract infections
- Treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Reduce bladder cancer recurrence
- Speed treatment of certain intestinal infections
- Prevent and treat eczema in children
- Prevent or reduce the severity of colds and flu
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Fire Destroys Legendary Blueberry-Pie Destination in Maine
It's been a terrible week for restaurants on both coasts.
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It's been a terrible week for restaurants on both coasts.
"He actually paid us out of his own pocket until the store was rebuilt."
"I think we're going to be a stronger and better restaurant."
David Kinch is en route to San Francisco to assess the damage.
Customers are being diverted to A Voce Madison.
Works every time.
No one was hurt.
The Bronx site is the highest grossing terminal produce market in the world.
Knish wishes will most likely be granted in the next few weeks.
The restaurant dedicated to all things grilled and smoky is temporarily closed.
Approximately 50 businesses have been wiped out completely.
Chefs at the Michelin three-star restaurant use straw to smoke fish.
The vinyl collection is safe.
"It appears to be an exterior fire that worked its way to the interior."
Too busy thinking about their juices.
The cause of the blaze has not yet been determined.
No one was injured.
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Posted by Jeri Walker-Bickett in Interviews & Promos | 17 comments
Please welcome Diantha Jones. She's joining us today for a stop on her Oracle of Delphi blog tour. In the past couple of months I've enjoyed watching how on the ball she is, and I hope you will feel the same.
1. Please provide a brief synopsis of your book.
Prophecy of the Most Beautiful is a whirlwind Young Adult adventure filled with magic, romance, and scheming, underhanded Greek gods!
2. Tell us a little bit about what motivates or inspires your writing.
I write because it's fun. Plain and simple. I enjoy it. I practically live for it. It's my idea of a good time. I love letting my imagination take over my reality. It's beautiful.
3. It's hard to pick just one, but what do you consider your favorite novel and why?
I don't have a favorite novel, but for me, great novels are character-driven. No matter the plot, if the characters are horrible, who cares about the rest of it. I don't.
4. What is the name of your blog and what can readers expect to find there?
My author site is Diantha Jones. You can find information on all of my books, plus follow my memes M.E. Rant Monday and Show N' Read Saturday. My book blog is DJ's Book Corner. You can find my reviews and interviews with other authors there. Plus I host blog tours as well.
5. Are you traditionally published or self-published?
I chose self-publishing because 1) I'm a control freak, and 2) I'm a control freak. I love having the final say in the direction my books take and how they are marketed. However, I would still like to be traditionally published one day. It would be nice to have my work reach a wider audience.
6. Can you offer one or two helpful tips for fellow writers when it comes to marketing and publicity?
Propose to social media on the first date. Marry it and make it your life. Traditional or Indie, all authors must have a strong virtual presence. If they don't in this day and age (and your name isn't Stephen King or JK Rowling), then call it quits now. You're never gonna make it in this game.
7. Describe your writing background.
Well, I have a Bachelor's in Journalism, so I'm definitely not untrained. But having a natural story-telling ability is something that just can't be taught. You either have it or you don't. I'm not a big writing conference person, but I hope to change that in the near future.
8. What does your drafting and/or editing process entail?
I write what I see. It makes for a very whacked-out writing process, but it's how I have to do it. I just now started using outlines, and even then, I still write out of order. I like the chaos. I think it makes me more creative. And I've always been scared of beta readers. I have a vision and I want to stick to it. If the book sucks, it will be because I messed up, not because I listened to someone who doesn't understand my vision. A professional editor is a must. Especially as an Indie. It's the most worthwhile investment we make.
9. What future projects can we look forward?
I have a New Adult steampunk romance series, called Love & Steampunk on the way, plus the last two books of the Oracle of Delphi series. I'm also working on an Adult Erotica anthology with a fellow author which I'm really excited about.
10. Is there anything else you want your potential readers to know?
It would be cool to say my life is as fantastical as my books, but it's not. It's pretty ordinary. But maybe that's why my books are so magical. They're my own private Wonderlands where "ordinary" folk can become almost anything. In my mind, these places really exist. The people are real and amazing wonders are around every corner. But then I think, if real life was like this, I wouldn't ever want to write a single word. So I guess, really, my ordinary life is perfect.
You can connect with Diantha Jones and her social sites via her author blog.
Her books can be found on Amazon US and Amazon UK.
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Really enjoyed the interview. I'll need to add your books to my TBR list…which is growing too large to tackle. But hopefully soon : )
Well thank you! And yes, my TBR is crazy long too
I love her attitude toward social media.
I'm definitely married to it! Of course, it's a polygamous relationship with Facebook, Twitter, Blogs… laughing and tweeting all the time.
Yeah, I'm quite the polygamist too lol
Great interview. I'll keep an eye out for her books, they fall firmly in the relax and escape category for me. I agree with Candy, the best quote was, "Propose to social media on the first date".
I had a ring and everything…
I am interested to see how the steampunk stories come out. I have been spending quite a bit of time in the genre lately.
Me too! I think that's why I decided to take it on. Should be fun! Thanks Jon!
This sounds like a wonderful young adult story. Grecian Gods are in (just look at Percy Jackson) and this sounds like a great read. I know my son will love it.
Jeri – Wonderful interview and Diantha Jones sounds like a wonderful author. I love her comment about marrying social media from day one!!! That is so true.
Am I the only person who had never heard of and doesn't know what steampunk is? I read a lot but that's a new one for me.
Steampunk is like a sub-genre of sci-fi or fantasy inspired by the 19th century. It's really awesome and I'm such a fangirl of it. I hope I do it justice!
Loved this interview Jeri. Diantha I love your energy and the confidence you communicate. I've never heard of steampunk so I'm delighted Jeannette asked about it. Continued success Diantha.
Thank you very much, Patricia!
I love that she lives to write. It's great to have something you're so passionate about.


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Homemade Laser Tag Will have Friends Lining Up to Play
September 20th, 2008
Let's take a trip down memory lane… back to, oh, say, 1998. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, but regardless, we all played laser tag with gusto. Now you can play it in your very own home!
Yeah, I know, I'm excited too! Apparently if you have a good deal of time on your hands you can get a $2 toy gun and a laser pointer, work your mojo, then strap a tupperware container filled with wires to your stomach. That's it- now you're all set for a battle royale.
This was created by some guy in New Zealand who put up a helpful webpage with an instruction set, parts list, and a bunch more pictures in case you're interested in busting one of these out for yourself. Or, if you're lazy like me, you could just forgo all the wiring mumbo-jumbo and run around a dark room with toy guns shouting "pew pew pew!" and leave it at that. Oh wait, that's what I did last weekend.
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PCI Scemm and the CIDO have just signed a partnership agreement as part of their policy of preserving the health of their workforce.
The RNCP level I accreditation for the diploma in osteopathy offered by the CIDO has been renewed.
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