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David Hanes
Technical Leader, Cisco
Cisco Live/Networkers Speaker Since: 2008
David Hanes, CCIE No. 3491 is an engineer for Cisco's Customer Advanced Engineering (CAE) group supporting various emerging technologies through product testing and field trials. Additionally, David is a technical expert for Cisco in the area of Unified Communications with a concentration in the troubleshooting of voice and fax over IP technologies. Since joining Cisco in 1997, he has worked as a Technical Assistance Center (TAC) engineer for the WAN, WAN Switching, and Multiservice Voice teams, a team lead for the Multiservice Voice team, and an Escalation Engineer covering a variety of VoIP technologies. David has troubleshot escalated voice and fax over IP issues in Cisco customer networks worldwide and remains a technical resource providing FoIP design and implementation consultations. Prior to working at Cisco, David was a Systems Engineer for Sprint where he gained his first computer networking experience working on the frame relay and X.25 protocols. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University.
David Hanes is co-author of the book "Fax, Modem, and Text for IP Telephony".
Author of "Implementing Fax over IP" for Cisco Technical Services Newsletter
Author of "The Emergence of T.38 as the De Facto Standard for FoIP" for Telecom Reseller magazine
Author of "Fax over IP Case Study: How Cisco IT Deployed a New IP Fax Service"
Hosted "Just the Fax with David Hanes" blog on the Cisco Subnet area of Network World magazine
Presenter of "T.38 Fax over IP Design Best Practices", an hour long webcast archived on Cisco Support Community
Co-presenter of the 5 part educational series of webcasts titled "Demystifying Fax over IP (FoIP)"
Two-time host of Cisco Support Community's Ask the Expert event: "Integrating and Deploying Fax over IP (FOIP) Solutions" and "T.38 Fax over IP Design"
Register for a Session which David Hanes will be the speaker at:
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Understanding Integrating and Troubleshooting Fax Communications in Today's Enterprise Networks
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The Crap We Missed - Wednesday 9.26.12
Fiona Apple in New Orleans. (September 24, 2012)
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Fiona Apple in New Orleans. (September 24, 2012)
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One bad looking apple.
this deserves the "whadafuq of the week".
She should fight Helena Bonham Carter.
I think she did. And lost.
I am not saying she is on drugs, but I firmly support a "Just Say No" program for whatever the fuck is making her look like that.
That's what being a vegan and smoking a lot of weed will do to a person.
"I've been a baaaad bad girl"
Apple's got sour grapes.
Nicole Richie looks like shit.
This photo is Criminal
ate one too many worms.
I'm pretty sure that's a recent picture of Grace Zabriskie….without makeup….having just woken up….with a hangover….and cancer.
I recognise all of the bits but not in that order
One picture of this Apple a day keeps my penis at bay.
Was that marjuanna she got caught with laced with heroin??
The Eye of Horus must have been looking the wrong way.
I can handle most celebs degenerating to nothing, but this one makes me sad. She's a cool chick, great voice, great song writer and doesn't whore herself out to the media.
Back in the 60′s I HAD one of those toy sets where you took a regular apple and turned it into a shrunken head! Nice to see it's making a comeback.
someone get her a seitanburger!
They never rebuilt her face after Katrina or what?
Was she on a hunger strike while in the TX jail?
Faces of Meth
Holy crack pipe! WTF!
Apple iMess
You never go full Margot Kidder…
Back in the colonial era, the great European powers of England, France, Spain, Portugal et al would send their mightiest ships around the world to conquer, rape & pillage. They would spend months at sea, making landfall only so often to re-stock their supplies. A barrel of apples was one of the staples kept on board, since they could be dried and still retain their flavor & vitamins. After several months in a barrel, however, the remaining apples were severely dehydrated, wrinkled, hard and by that time, mostly sour. But they still looked better than this apple does.
When they write Fiona Apples biography, your words will be the preface.
Even Shrek's penis would run away from this Fiona.
You're doing….you're doing goooood.
Christ…was it medical marijuana?
All right, I know what you're thinking. You give up your soul, you turn into a demon, you look like shit. Where's the payoff, right?
Looks like a "baked" apple.
fucking terrible
Faces Of Evil: Wen Gingers Go Bad.
My penis just threw up .. and I'm not talking the white gooey stuff. It actually vomited at the sight of that photo!
Zombie Winehouse
Someone tell Frodo to look in New Orleans. He can finally get that ring back.
Fiona Apple is not impressed.
Or alive.
I still love me some Extraordinary Machine, but this pic looks exactly like her latest album sounds.
She's like the love child of Jesse Pinkman and Tan Mom.
No way she got that homely. I think someone got a pic of her chewing up a mouthful of Gummy Bears.
That tattoo sucks.
The apple of NOBODY'S eye.
Wow. What a mess. She used to be so pretty. That is definitely the look of a crack addict now. Plus, it appears like she's carrying around golf balls in her cheeks.
That photo should put to rest the nasty rumors about Fiona's drug addiction and eating disorders. Take *that*, haters!
Poison apple…


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Materials Forecast
Materials Forecast: A Commodities Pause?
David Simpson Contributing Editor
Expanded Coverage:
• Steel: will China boost demand?• Copper: costs come down.• Aluminum: cost factors improve.• Glass: pricing and availability remain volatile.• Insulation: some easing in raw materials prices.• Expanded polystyrene: prices should be lower in 2009.• Polyurethane: raw materials supplies are in-balance.
A lurching global economy at least provides some welcome temporary relief from recent sky-high commodities prices.Until
the international financial meltdown began last September, materials
used in making appliances were generally still at high price levels
compared to a few years ago. This was true even though there were signs
of economic weakness, particularly in a U.S. economy pockmarked with
defaulting sub-prime mortgages. Balanced against this were rapidly
expanding Asian economies, especially in China. To meet the market
needs, many suppliers were working full out, and there were plans for
new mines and processing facilities. Also, amazingly high oil
prices—over $145 a barrel in July—had broad inflationary effects on
transportation and energy costs, as well as directly on chemicals and
plastics.But by late 2008, the picture was radically different.
With decelerating demand, oil prices slumped, falling below $50 in
November. This had a salubrious effect on transportation as gasoline
and, to a lesser extent, diesel prices dropped. And, with reduced
demand for commodities such as iron ore, the Baltic Dry Index, a
measure of shipping costs for bulk cargoes, fell 86% from May to
October.In general, the widespread recession and lower oil
prices have boosted availability and provided a strong tamping effect
on commodities' prices. However, there are countervailing forces.
Supply has been cut as some materials companies have shut operations
due to unprofitability or bankruptcy. Some large steel and plastics
suppliers are temporarily reducing output. Also, suppliers who had
margins squeezed during oil and commodities price spikes may still feel
the need to recover "lost" profits.Appliance companies need to
bear in mind that it may take some time for the full effect of reduced
commodities prices to work through the system. For instance, a
stainless steel supplier might assess surcharges for January based on
November nickel prices. In addition, appliance companies should realize
that their suppliers are also concerned about volatility and may be
unwilling to commit to long-term contracts.
Post Recession
Appliance producers should enjoy lower commodity prices
while they can. Once the recession ends, it may not be to return to a
time with relatively moderate prices and stable availability. Compared
to a half-dozen years ago, there will be more aspiring populations in
developing countries, greater pent-up demand for goods following the
recession, and a dwindling supply of easily procured commodities.
Cast-off capacity will need to be restarted, and new sources developed.
Oil and energy prices are unknowns, but suppliers that have seen
economies survive $145 prices are going to want more than $50 a barrel.
Are we simply in a commodities pause, to be succeeded by a
return to the sometimes-spotty availability and higher prices of recent
years? Perhaps. Accurate forecasting depends on a lot of things,
including not being ambushed by factors like financial meltdowns. But
appliance companies might want to plan ahead and consider how they will
adapt to a post-recession world in which commodities are not quite so
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Dec 19, 2014: New residential construction in November 2014
Dec 19, 2014: 2014 U.S. steel production up 0.7% from 2013
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i know youre loving the states, but i cant wait til u get to south america. . .
podemos hablar espanol , ahora estoy hablando mucho con un chileno :)
he he he, 'we can speak spanish , now im speaking heaps with a chilen guy' anyway, ive been practicing more than my spanish!!!!!!
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Last day off a few of us climbed Lassen Peak (the volcano in the back of the Lake Almanor piccy). It was an amazing climb and my years of experience of climbing Croagh Patrick in Westport, Ireland came in really handy. It's over 10,000 feet high and the scenery made for some incredible pics. (I set that target on the climb dad...chinese food later and a beer!).
After camp Jorge (Mexico), Brendan (Canada), Mike D (US) and I are off travelling to San Fran for a week and are then flying to Las Vegas for 3 nights for a bit of table action..As I'm budgeting the free drinks will come in handy, but no doubt the roulette table and texas holdem will see a small bit of action! While there I'm gonna try to get to the Arizona side of the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley in Utah.
Then it's off to Guatemala and Spanish school.......
Well that's about it for now folks, so take care y adios amigos,
Martin :)
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Glad to hear you are having a wicked time. I cannot wait to hear the stories of your spanish with Welsh accent!
Will have a few Magners in the Pub for you tonight mate!
Hello from Surrey!
You sound as if you are really enjoying the experience of Summer Camp. It must make school seem quite civilised in comparison!
Greetings from all your friends in the Science Department Jackie XX


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"At some point some, everyone's vision will be affected by cataracts, usually early fifties is when they begin for most of us," said Dr. Christopher Zieker, ophthalmologist.
Yes, he said cataracts in your fifties. The first symptoms are subtle. For example, colors aren't as bright. Obvious signs include frequent changes to your eye glass prescription and your night vision may also be affected.
"Increasing difficulty with dawn, dusk, night evening driving, especially weather rain on the road," said Dr. Zieker.
Someone with a cataract may describe it as looking through a cloudy lens.
"Essentially the lens on your eye is not clear anymore and there are degrees, so you can have mild cloudy moderate, severe," said Dr. Zieker.
Removing a cataract requires micro-incisions and the lens is gently vacuumed out. One eye is done at a time. The new lens implant is made up of either silicone or acrylic. The surgery takes about twenty minutes.
"It's called micro or small incision, also suture-less, no stitches, it's painless," said Dr. Zieker.
Most patients can see clearly within 24 hours. After care is essential and there can be complications, but they are very rare.
The technology has gotten so good that not only can cataract surgery allow you to see more clearly, it can fix varying degrees of poor vision, permanently.
"There is a certain power, we that can measure for each individual and that is a lot of details, the micron levels, hundreds of millimeters, length of eye, curvature and once it's done, it is you will never again and the technology will last as long as you do," said Dr. Zieker.
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I just recorded FLAME's radio show XD It was all just talk though XD I could recalling them talking about their new single Fundamental Loop. Anyways, modem was blown up 3 days ago, and got it replaced yesterday. I had a PERFECT dream.. it had a cute guy in it cuz the night before I was watching "The Lost Boys" and you know that Michael was so damn cute/hot, so I dreamt of somebody cute (not him though) and then I was woken up by the phone ringing x.x; It was the phone company calling me at 8 am.. they came to replace the modem at 6:30 pm. PFFT imagine how long I had to wait :PAnyways. I wrote new chapters in my Battle Royale fanfic.http://www.geocities.com/m00nchild_07My friends would prolly know about it through AIM anyway cuz they don't read my LJ :PMatsujun (Arashi) Fanlisting is up!! Please join!! ^___^ If you joined before, please re-join! http://m.amnos.netAnd I took tons of pics 2 weeks ago (like 30 of them but I'm not gonna upload).. so I'll show you the one papi edited and the one which is my face XD Sorry, no LJ cut, this is a crosspost from my tabulas journal so bleh :P Papi made this. Yay, I <3 Papi, lol.Kay, I'm not THAT white.. it's just the cam, roflKay.. dunno what else to blog about :P Erm.. ciao XDNote to self: Remodel journal layout tomorrowCurrently Feeling: drained
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The SportsNewser Interview: Gary Stevenson
Just days after he was formally announced as president of Pac-12 Enterprises, SportsNewser had a chance to chat exclusively with Gary Stevenson.
The sports marketing and media executive comes to the Pac-12 from OnSports, a consulting firm Stevenson founded in 1997. In fact, the then-Pac-10 was one of Stevenson's clients along with the likes of the PGA Tour and NASCAR.
Stevenson discussed the importance of striking a deal with the satellite companies for the national and regional networks along with what content Pac-12 fans can expect across their digital properties.
SportsNewser: The then-Pac-10 was one of your OnSport clients. How much did your prior relationship with the conference come into play when Larry Scott called you about the position?
Gary Stevenson: From my prior relationship with the conference, I got a real understanding of what the conference brand and the schools brand stood for. That was intriguing to me. Anytime you're going to launch a network, it's important what the brand is that's affiliated with the network. We have such a huge start because the brand is on such an excellent level. Read more


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Post-game breakdown: Central Connecticut
As expected, UConn cruised to victory.
As a former player under Jim Calhoun and in his second stint on the UConn coaching staff, Glen Miller has seen his share of first practices.
Saturday's opening workout was particularly grueling.
"It was tough, really tough," Miller said.
The day started with walk-on tryouts at 8 a.m. Practice began at 9:30 a.m. in Guyer Gym, with players wearing gray t-shirts, a first-day tradition. The workout ended three and a half hours later in Gampel Pavilion.
"I like the intensity, that's one good thing," coach Kevin Ollie said. "When they came over (to Gampel), I told them it was second half but I think it was overtime. We did a lot in Guyer and they fought through it. I was proud of them today."
Freshmen Terrence Samuel, Amida Brimah and Kentan Facey, transfer Lasan Kromah and Rodney Purvis, a transfer sitting out this season, all experienced their first UConn workout.
"I was impressed with their work ethic but they've got a long way to go for them to even touch the court," Ollie said of the freshmen.
UConn's veterans set a good example for their younger teammates.
"First day is always intense," sophomore Omar Calhoun said. "Coach Ollie, he's always going after it, so we went hard. We've just got to rest our bodies and get ready for tomorrow."
In recruiting news, Rakim Lubin, a 6-foot-7 forward from Gadsden, Ala., made a verbal commitment today during his visit to UConn, according to @OntheRadarHoops on Twitter. He watched practice from the Gampel Pavilion stands.
Lubin transferred to Buford High School after attending Gadsden High.
Some interesting tidbits from practice:
-- Brimah missed about the last 10 minutes of practice after hurting his left shoulder during the box-out drill.
The injury happened when Napier and Brimah collided when chasing down a loose ball along the baseline. Brimah hit the floor hard, landing face-first, and stayed down for a few minutes. Team trainer James Doran checked out Brimah who eventually walked off the court.
Miller expects that Brimah will be okay.
"James will evaluate him tomorrow and check his range of motion," Miller said. "He should be all right."
-- The coaching staff paid attention to every detail, even standing on the basketball court corners to prevent the Huskies from cutting in while running laps.
"You can't do anything lackadaisical," Samuel said.
-- It was a running joke that Jim Calhoun never knew a walk-on's name until he handed him his jersey on Senior Night.
It is too early for Ollie to know their names just yet. But he expects them to play with roughly same intensity as the scholarship players. He made a point to introduce himself to a walk-on during the box-out drill.
"I don't know what you are doing, or what your name is yet, but you've got to pick it up," Ollie said.
-- Expect to hear Ollie say the following on a regular basis this season: "We've got to hit first."
Ollie wants his players to initiate contact in any rebounding situation. UConn ranked near the bottom of the Big East last season in rebounding.
-- Samuel, a 6-foot-4, 190-pound guard from Brooklyn, said he's added muscle since arriving at UConn.
He likes how he looks.
"I believe I did," Samuel said of adding muscle. "Every time I go in the dorm, I look in the mirror.
-- Calhoun, who had off-season hip surgery, is ahead of schedule in his recovery. He participated in Saturday's workout. He said that he should be ready to go for the season opener.
-- Senior Tyler Olander, who remains suspended indefinitely, did not practice.
-- No update on Facey's eligibility status. He hasn't heard anything from the NCAA.
"I'm still waiting on that," Facey said. "Hopefully, everything works out in my favor."
-- The coaching staff is in unfamiliar territory with the extended practice time before the season opener on Nov. 8. UConn also will be playing in the new American Athletic Conference.
The Huskies are allowed 20 hours per week for practice.
"You have to approach it differently," Miller said. "You have to have more days off. I like it because it allows you to get more in early."
As expected, UConn cruised to victory.
UConn is back in action today.
UConn coach Kevin Ollie saw it coming.He really did.
UConn has only four non-conference games remaining this season.
The UConn basketball team will participate in Kevin Ollie's Christmas for Hartford's Children in the city's Blue Hills Neighborhood on Saturday.
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Tonight's game pits the defending national champion against a serious national championship contender.UConn is a decisive underdog.
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Four years ago, three family members got together and performed at a family party. The exhaustive set consisted of four songs played to a backing track due to a lack of drummer and bass player. For fifteen minutes we were living a dream, we couldn't be heard and we played out of time but comments from family are always going to be good. Taking the positives on board we enlisted the services of a drummer, actually three drummers, before finding one who could drum and grow his own chilies! Then, just when we thought we were good, we recruited a new guitarist who we struggle to keep up with, learned thirty songs in two weeks and occasionally wear's his slippers to rehearsal.
So four years on and we have a constantly expanding repertoire and a variety of sounds that allows us to capture the essence of your favorite songs and bring a fresh makeover to a few classics. We perform in lots of local venues and the diverse set-list is ideal for functions and parties where people of all ages can enjoy songs from six decades of great music. Please enjoy the media clips and contact us if you would like to discuss your live performance requirements.
Anthony Beeston - Guitar
Started playing at age 14, which would be impressive if he wasn't 15. Actually he is somewhere in his 20's, but is one of those plays as though he was born to a guitar. Ant came on board and showed us where we were going wrong in the songs. Of course, our reply was that we were "making the songs our own," but the truth is we were just playing them wrong. We are still trying to find something he can't play...
Adrian Wrench - Keyboard
Piano lessons from the age of 6, solo performances, orchestras, choirs, compositions, all contribute to this passionate player's...hair loss! Ade does backing vocals as well as keyboards, although sometimes it is one or the other because he struggles to do two things at once. Watch his hands for a few minutes though and you might wonder how many fingers he actually has.
Marcus Wrench - Bass
Grade 8 on flute and in theory of music (seriously.) The most musically qualified member of the band actually plays the bass guitar. His preferred model, the Fender Jazz, looks as impressive as it sounds which makes it slightly more forgiving when he gets rather animated and bashes the keyboard player over the head who usually sits in front of him.
Jim Stone - Vocals
Phone Jim's number now and there is a 99% chance he is in the bath singing to his iPod. He grew up in the same town and school as the members of 'The Jam' and in a parallel universe he sings with them and we are stuck with Paul Weller. The hand-written lyrics and reading glasses come out at rehearsal, but on gig night, charisma and vocal versatility are the order of the evening.
Keith Deakin - Drums
Arguably the most seasoned player in the band. Keith has probably played in every local venue and then some. If there is a space that will not accommodate the size of acoustic drums, we are yet to find it. A relentless player who gives it his all from start to finish. The old Duracell bunnies advert where he overtakes the others whilst bashing his drum... that was Keith in his pink rabbit suit.


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"Big Bayern" and the "Kings of London" read the headlines in German tabloid BILD-Zeitung. "Arsenal just cannon fodder" wrote "Blick", Switzerland's largest newspaper, referring to "The Gunners", the nickname of severely beaten Arsenal FC. With the 3-1 (2-0) win in the first leg of the knock-out round of the Champions League, FC Bayern Munich also showed their superiority on the European stage after outstanding performances in the Bundesliga. "In impressive form", wrote the German national newspaper "Sueddeutsche Zeitung" about the performance, and concluded that the evening of February 19 in the British capital was: "Perfect, super, really great. The time of reticence is over. The club can rightly speculate about reaching the Champions League final".
The Bayern team victorious at Arsenal: Neuer, Mandzukic, Kroos, van Buyten, Martinez, Dante (above from left), Alaba, Lahm, Ribery, Mueller, Schweinsteiger (below). (Photo: GES/Augenklick)
In the Bundesliga, the German record-winning champions are leaping from success to success. The Bavarians have been at the top of the table for 22 rounds. Their advantage over their nearest rivals, Borussia Dortmund, is 15 points. Naturally, hardly anybody in the club wants to admit it, but it's almost a certainty that the titles will be hard to keep from this team. The team coached by Jupp Heynckes have not yet conceded a single goal in the five domestic matches played in 2013. Lukas Podolski, the former 1. FC Cologne and Bayern Munich player, became the first opponent to beat Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer this year, in London. At home at always sold-out Allianz Arena, first Fuerth (2-0) and Schalke (4-0) were defeated in the Bundesliga, then away victories at Stuttgart (2-0), Mainz (3-0) and Wolfsburg (2-0) showed no team could match Bayern's power.
Philipp Lahm (right) plays the ball before Lukas Podolski can tackle. (Photo: GES/Augenklick)
A record set in 1972-73 can be broken in May
In matches such as against Schalke, Heynckes can afford to leave his top scorer Thomas Mueller and top goal scorer Mario Mandzukic on the bench. "We are so strong that we dominate Schalke even in third gear", said Paul Breitner, the 1974 World Cup champion, after the encounter with the club from Gelsenkirchen. The Bavarians now chase a record they already hold. In the 1972-73 season they became German champions with an advantage of 20 points. It is highly possible that this mark can be broken in May 2013.
Mario Gomez during FC Bayern's 4-0 victory over Schalke, with the striker once again in the starting line-up. (Photo: GES/Augenklick)
It has also been ascertained that nobody in Dortmund thinks a successful defence of the title is possible. Coach Juergen Klopp, who led Dortmund to the title in 2011 and 2012, openly admits that these Bavarians cannot be removed from top position. Eighteen wins, three draws, a goal tally of 57-7 – that's the intermediate record of the 22-time national champions prior to the 23rd Bundesliga round. FC Bayern have conceded just one goal in Bundesliga away matches, when Leverkusen managed to defeat the Munich club. The team bristles with self-confidence, and it is Heynckes' problem that he cannot find a regular first place for such top stars as Arjen Robben. Bayern sometimes play perfect football, with their current style having no connection to past successes, when style was sacrificed to effectiveness. Heynckes wants to produce a masterpiece once again in Munich, before he leaves FC Bayern. In summer Pep Guardiola, FC Barcelona's coach until mid-2012, will take over.
It's of no interest to the Bavarians that the race for the title is no longer a close-run competition this season. But their domination has slashed the thrill factor in the Bundesliga. "The Bavarians are a plague. That's not a complaint but a tribute. Unfortunately congratulations three months before the end of the season are not good credentials for the entertainment value. The Bundesliga is threatened by the most boring second round in its history", wrote the distinguished "Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung" after the victory over Schalke.
Thomas Mueller (seating) has just scored to make it 2-0 for FC Bayern against Arsenal. (Photo: GES/Augenklick)
The win was followed by the not brilliant performance, but never in doubt victory in Wolfsburg and the appearance at Emirates Stadium in London. With the 3-1 over Arsenal, who suffered their second home defeat in the current Champions League season after losing 2-0 to Schalke, FC Bayern announced serious claims on the European throne. "The first half was like a football textbook. You can't play better", praised president Uli Hoeness. It seems hardly imaginable that the quarter-finals could be lost in the second leg on March 13 after the balance of power in the first leg. Thanks to this excellent initial position the Bavarians can certainly cope with the yellow card suspension of Bastian Schweinsteiger.


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- Retirement (Mar 3, 2013, 0 comment)
- Pokémon X & Y Announced - First full 3D Handheld Games! (Jan 8, 2013, 1 comment)
- Adoption Agency 2.2 Released and General Software Updates (Nov 1, 2012, 0 comment)
- What's new in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2? (Oct 24, 2012, 0 comment)
- New Videojug videos (Aug 26, 2012, 0 comment)
- Release Dates! (Jun 29, 2012, 0 comment)
- Pokémon Black/White 2 leaked ahead of Japanese release (Jun 22, 2012, 0 comment)
- Forum Update (Jun 17, 2012, 0 comment)
- Adoption Agency Version 2.1.5 Released (May 4, 2012, 0 comment)
- Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition and Black2 & White2 news (Apr 12, 2012, 0 comment)
This post has been a long time coming but after months of inactivity I think it only fair I make an announcement than continue the silence. As the post title suggests, I am officialling announcing my retirement. This means I will no longer be actively developing the Adoption Agency. What it does not mean, however, is that the Adoption Agency is closing. The server is paid up for well over a year at this point so the Adoption Agency isn't going anywhere. Nor am I.
The Pika Club has been around since 1999 so will be 14 years old this year. Since I am 23 this means TPC has existed for more of my life than it hasn't at this point so as you can imagine it's a hard thing to give up. I used the Adoption Agency (and its predecessors) as a means of teaching myself how to code and I used to develop it in my spare time outside of school/university. However since graduating I no longer have the spare time I used to and the code it's based on (phpBB) is outdated at this point. I want to branch off into other areas of coding, such as actual video games. As a hobby project I created entirely in my spare time and offer completely free of charge I can no longer justify sacrificing the spare time I have nowadays like I once could.
I've updated the live version of the Adoption Agency to include the new modifications I was working on for 2.3. Unfortunately no new 'big' features are included since a few were under development but none are complete enough to be released.
As I said, though, I'm not going anywhere. I do still like coding and I really enjoyed making something a lot of people got entertainment out of. The AA is certainly not one of the bigger adoptable sites, but it did develop a close-knit community of regulars which is truly what kept me going for as long as it did. I'll still be hanging around the forums and I'll still fix bugs. I'm not ruling out any new development, either. But if it happens, it will be one new feature at a time rather than the large 'updates' that were used up to this point. I'd really like to release all the inaccessible Pokemon and finish the 2.3 'big' features as believe me, there were some cool ones. But no promises.
Thanks for the memories,
March 3, 2013
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Pokémon X & Y Announced – First full 3D Handheld Games!
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y have just been announced as the next games in the main Pokémon series and are coming to 3DS worldwide in October 2013! 5 new Pokémon have been shown so far, 3 of which have been named and appear to be the new starters.
Also shown is what appears to be 2 new legendary Pokémon, although no names was given.
It's early days yet but from what little has been seen so far, Pokémon X & Y seem to be even more revolutionary than Black & White. I'f you'd like to see some footage of the game in action, then check out the Nintendo Direct announcement video below. Footage of the new games starts at 7:20
January 8, 2013
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Adoption Agency 2.2 Released and General Software Updates
I am pleased to announce the release of the Adoption Agency version 2.2 as well as a number of software upgrades. These have now all been complete and there should be no issues but please get in touch if you run across any.
The Adoption Agency 2.2 update includes the following new features:
- Mining has been completely revamped
- Auction House – You can now auction off your Pokémon
- Gifting – You may now send gifts of money, items or Pokémon to other users!
- Pokémon history – A much requested feature, you can now check up on the click history of any Pokémon
- Favourites – You now have a favourites list you can add any Pokémon to for easy click access
- Interact links are now red or green depending on whether you've petted a Pokémon within the last 24 hours
- New quests, achievements and Pokémon
- Natures – Pokémon now have natures! Natures can alter a Pokémon's abilities. For example, Pokémon with Hasty natures mine ore faster than others!
- Pokérus – Pokémon can now become infected with Pokérus. There is a small chance of them catching it organically and it can be passed on to your party Pokémon if you interact with an infected Pokémon. Currently this only makes Pokémon mine faster but will be expanded to more features in the future.
- Country flags – Your country is now recorded based on your IP. This has two major benefits: Pokémon gain slightly more EXP when interacted with by a breeder from a different country to their owner, and when two Pokémon with OTs from different countries breed there is a slightly higher chance of the egg being shiny.
- Pokénet – You can see on the top right of the page there is now a place to post status updates. These will be displayed on your profile page and in the future I'm hoping to add the functionality to follow other breeders so you can keep track of what your friends are doing!
- Plus more! I can't give everything away
November 1, 2012
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What's new in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2?
Two brand new adventures for the Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS have just been released, Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2, which will be exciting news for anyone who has enjoyed any of the titles in the Pokémon games series so far.
Diehard fans of Pokémon games and of the predecessors to the new titles, Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version (released in March 2011) may be asking – what's different about the new versions of the games? Let's take a look.
Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 may carry on where the previous games left off, but an awful lot has changed in the last couple of years.
The locations you travel through as you progress in the game are amongst the biggest changes in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2.
The action is still set in the region of Unova, as you may remember from the original Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version. However, there are many new locations to explore in the new version of the game, as well as changes to familiar places for you to check out. You'll find many of the new locations when you start the game and start to explore the Western side of Unova.
One exciting new area you'll encounter in the game is the Black Tower and White Treehollow in the Black City and White New Forest, where there are chances to purchase rare items and keys for the eKey system.
The new locations in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 also feature new Pokémon for you to collect, and some of these Pokémon you won't have been able to get in the earlier versions of the game.
Pokéstar Studios
Another exciting new feature of Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 is Pokéstar Studios, which can be found in Virbank City. This bustling, vibrant location will give you lots to see and do, but make sure you visit Pokéstar Studios where you will be able to create your own hit movie. You can only do this once you've defeated Gym Leader Roxie and her Poison-type Pokémon, but once you've won the battle and made your film, you'll be able to move on to the next location.
Legendary new Pokémon
The ultimate aim of Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 is to discover two new Legendary Pokémon, Black Kyurem and White Kyurem. These Dragon Pokémon have devastating new Ice-type moves and abilities, so are well worth tracking down!
Pokémon Dream Radar and Pokédex 3D Pro
Pokémon Dream Radar and Pokédex 3D Pro are two brand new downloadable games that will be exclusively available for players enjoying the game on a Nintendo 3DS console. Pokémon Dream Radar is a virtual-shooting game which allows you to catch Pokémon to add to your Pokédex in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2. Pokédex 3D Pro, on the other hand, gives you access to all the information you need on each Pokémon to become a Master Trainer via the National Pokédex.
October 24, 2012
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New Videojug videos
WhoKnows_WhoCares has completed another round of video guides for Videojug, ranging from topics like ow to catch Budew to How to get Oak's Letter. In total there are 20 new videos. You can view the full list of videos available by clicking here or by visiting our profile page on Videojug.
August 26, 2012
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Release Dates!
Some release dates have been announced for Pokémon Conquest and Pokémon Black/White 2 in the west!
Pokémon Conquest, which has already been released in North America, has been given a European release date of July 27th 2012.
Pokémon Black/White 2 will be released in North America on October 7th 2012 and on October 12th 2012 in Europe.
June 29, 2012
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Pokémon Black/White 2 leaked ahead of Japanese release
Ahead of its official release date in Japan tomorrow, Pokémon Black/White 2 has already leaked. We'll be bringing your more updates as they become available now that the game is playable.
For the time being, here are some screenshots to whet your appetite:
June 22, 2012
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Forum Update
Our forums recently got a much needed update. The most obvious difference is the new layout, called 'Pokémon Forever' which replaces our old 'Sky' layout which is several years old at this point.
In addition to the new layout, there are several new features and general tweaks to increase usability. These changes include, but are not limited to:
- RSS feed support for forums and topics
- Quick reply feature
- Post content on topic title hover
- PM/rank progress bars
June 17, 2012
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Adoption Agency Version 2.1.5 Released
Version 2.1.5 of the Adoption Agency has been released. For those unaware, there is a forum topic here that will explain more about 2.1.5 but essentially it is more of an upgrade of existing features than adding new ones.
Changes in this update include:
- New Breeding Centre – There is more to the breeding centre now than simply leaving Pokémon there for an hour.
- Trading Centre Upgrade – You can now find trades easier and be much more specific with your trade requests.
- Mass Migration Box Feature – You can now mass move Pokémon between boxes for easier and faster sorting.
- Bag Sorting – Your bag is now sorted and categorised, making for easier navigation.
- Greater Preference Control – You now have greater control over your AA experience by being able to set preferences when editing your profile such as only allowing certain people to trade with you.
- Upgraded Friends List – Your friends list now shows which of your friends are currently online.
- Hall of Fame Return – The Hall of Fame has returned and is more comprehensive than ever!
Version 2.2 is now currently in development which will include all brand new features.
May 4, 2012
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Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition and Black2 & White2 news
Right, lets get the easy stuff (that I forgot to post, sorry) out of the way first. Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition, the strategy DS game that gives all the waring characters of the Nobunaga's Ambition franchise some Pokémon to fight with, WILL be geting an english translation. This is suprising as the Nobunaga's Ambition series is vastly unknown outside of Japan. That said, so was the Mystery Dungeon series when Pokémon got introduced to it and it became a worldwide hit. In America, the game's going to be called Pokémon Conquest and here's a shot of the box art:
The US will be getting the game released on June 18th. The game has also just recently recieved a rating for release in Austalia, indicating a Pal Release. The game will be getting a G rateing but interestingly its been rated under the title Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition, so whether the game will change its name closer to release or if its being released with its Japanese name is currently unknown. What's also unknown is any details on a European Release, chances are high, however there's no details for Europe yet.
Right, lets get onto the really cool stuff. CoroCoro magazine has started to surfice on the internet and this month, Lots of Black2 and White2 news is inside. Pokémon Smash is due to reveal this info this Sunday in Japan, historically its not revealed much more so this is all the infomation we'll probably have for a few weeks, but Pokémon Smash is due to have some video action of B2&W2 so we'll hopefully be able to link you to that at the weekend.
So that's the world map… and there's a fair bit of Ice covering it. Why? Maybe because Kyurem has done something to the world, Maybe its something to do with Global Warming… or maybe its an effect to hide parts of the map so we can be surprised later on. Why would we need to be suprised. Well despite that B2&W2 are still set in the Unova region, the games are actually set 2 years after the first and as such, there's been a few changes around the place. We know that there are new area's of the map, as well as changes to existing places, Route 4, for example, not only has the road between the Nimbasa and Castelia been completed, but there looks like there's a setlement popped up. And the moat that surrounds the Entra Link has dried up. There's a lot of minor differences between this artwork and the original Unova Artwork, including Liberty Guarden, where Victini is found… maybe Victini wont need an event this time around?
other info from this page, Black Kyurem and White Kyurem's both height and weight's are revealed. Black Kyurem is 3.3m tall and 325 kg while White Kyurem is 3.6m tall and 325 kg. We also know that Black Kyurem will know Freeze Shock while White Kyurem will know Ice Burn.
Lastly on this page, details on the new Unova Pokédex. In Black and White, it was hinted that some, if not all, of the none Unova Pokémon had escaped from the transfer lab. Well now they're becoming Nationalised as a lot of Pokémon are added to the Unova Dex. Cranking up from 156 to 300, its adding pokemon such as Psyduck at 026, Riolu at 033, and Metagross at 246 (with thier evolutions at assuming the numbers next to them). The dex is also adding Arcanine, Lapras, Eevee, Mareep, Tyranitar, Buneary and Weavile (along with thier Evos, presumably) amongs others old and new in the dex.
The next page shows characters. On the right are the two new trainers, male and female, that you'll have to chose from in Black2 & White2… While the guy in the red shirt on thier left is the new Rival. Aparently in one of the boxes he's quoted as saying 'From now, I'm going to rage!' – so he's going to be a bit more anger managment issues than the last rival. He is, however, still a childhood friend of the rival. The girl with the guitar will show up in an Anime Episode in Japan in June, She's Homika, a new Poison Gym Leader. Her gym is aproriatly a Club where live bands play.
Although you could see these two new characters on the last image, this is a better shot of these two. The tanned guy in the tight blue swimming costume is Shizui, the new Water Gym Leader. Akuroma is the new researcher, who's looking into Pokémon Strength (probably in general and not the HM move as I first thought when I read that) – he's described as a bit mysterious.
One of the new towns will be Hiougi City, its on the south West of the map and shown in images at the top left of the scan above. It's going to be the new starting city for our new trainers. Its got a cool lookout area, and contains a Trainer School and a Pokémon Center. Again, changing the rules of Pokémon games, no player has started off in a City, or had a Trainer School or Pokémon Center in thier home town… so 3 new firsts in one place! The bottom of that page shows off some of the new buildings around Unova. The coolest one, an underwater tunnel you can walk through, with Mantine that floats by over head… even if there are no other fish that float above you – that is awesome in my book!
The issue also contained little info about the next Pokémon movie, Kyurem & The Sacred Swordsman Keldeo, and the Pikachu Short, Meloetta's Sparkling Recital. Nothing major here, but it does highlight Meloetta's secondary form, the Pirouette Forme, so that's cool
That's all we've got for now. Any more pops up we'll throw it up and hopefully, at the weekend we'll have some video of Black2/White2 in action.
April 12, 2012
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Internal Revenue Service:
Opportunities to Improve the Taxpayer Experience and Voluntary Compliance
GAO-12-652T: Published: Apr 26, 2012. Publicly Released: Apr 26, 2012.
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What GAO Found
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has made improvements in processing tax returns, and electronic filing (e-filing), which provides benefits to taxpayers including faster refunds, continues to increase. However, IRSs performance in providing service over the phone and responding to paper correspondence has declined in recent years. For 2012, as with previous years, IRS officials attribute the lower performance to other funding priorities.
The following are among the opportunities to improve the taxpayer experience and increase voluntary compliance that GAO identifies in this testimony:
IRS can provide more self-service tools to give taxpayers better access to information. IRS can create an automated telephone line for amended returns (a source of high call volume) and complete an online services strategy that provides justification for adding new self-service tools online.
Better leveraging of third parties could provide taxpayers with other avenues to receive service. Paid preparers and tax software providers combine to prepare about 90 percent of tax returns. IRS is making progress implementing new regulation of paid preparers. As it develops better data, IRS should be able to test strategies for improving the quality of tax return preparation by paid preparers. Similarly, IRS may also be able to leverage tax software companies.
Expanded information reporting could reduce taxpayer burden and improve accuracy. Expanded information reporting, such as the recent requirements for banks and others to report businesses credit card receipts to IRS, can reduce taxpayers record keeping and give IRS another tool.
Implementing modernized systems should provide faster refunds and account updates. Modernized systems should allow IRS to conduct more accurate and faster compliance checks, which benefits taxpayers by detecting errors before interest and penalties accrue.
Expanding pre-refund compliance checks could result in more efficient error correction. Expanding such checks could reduce the burden of audits on taxpayers and their costs to IRS.
Reducing tax complexity could ease taxpayer burden and make it easier to comply. Simplifying the tax code could reduce unintentional errors and make intentional tax evasion easier to detect.
Why GAO Did This Study
The U.S. tax system depends on taxpayers calculating their tax liability, filing their tax return, and paying what they owe on timewhat is often referred to as voluntary compliance. Voluntary compliance depends on a number of factors, including the quality of IRSs assistance to taxpayers, knowledge that its enforcement programs are effective, and a belief that the tax system is fair and other people are paying their share of taxes. Voluntary compliance is also influenced by other parties, including paid tax return preparers, tax software companies, and information return filers (employers, financial institutions, and others who report income or expense information about taxpayers to IRS). For this testimony, GAO was asked to (1) evaluate the current state of IRSs performance and its effect on the taxpayer experience, and (2) identify opportunities to improve the taxpayer experience and voluntary compliance. This testimony is based on prior GAO reports and recommendations. Additionally, GAO analyzed IRS data in delivering selected taxpayer services in recent years.
What GAO Recommends
GAO has made numerous prior recommendations that could help improve the taxpayer experience. Congress and IRS have acted on some recommendations, while others are reflected in the strategies presented in this testimony.
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Tax Filing Season:2014 Performance Highlights the Need to Better Manage Taxpayer Service and Future RisksGAO-15-163: Published: Dec 16, 2014. Publicly Released: Dec 16, 2014.
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Individual Retirement Accounts:IRS Could Bolster Enforcement on Multimillion Dollar Accounts, but More Direction from Congress Is NeededGAO-15-16: Published: Oct 20, 2014. Publicly Released: Nov 19, 2014.
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Identity Theft:Additional Actions Could Help IRS Combat the Large, Evolving Threat of Refund FraudGAO-14-633: Published: Aug 20, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 22, 2014.
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Large Partnerships:With Growing Number of Partnerships, IRS Needs to Improve Audit EfficiencyGAO-14-732: Published: Sep 18, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 18, 2014.
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New Markets Tax Credit:Better Controls and Data Are Needed to Ensure EffectivenessGAO-14-500: Published: Jul 10, 2014. Publicly Released: Aug 11, 2014.
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Tobacco Taxes:Disparities in Rates for Similar Smoking Products Continue to Drive Market Shifts to Lower-Taxed OptionsGAO-14-811T: Published: Jul 29, 2014. Publicly Released: Jul 29, 2014.
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Large Partnerships:Growing Population and Complexity Hinder Effective IRS AuditsGAO-14-746T: Published: Jul 22, 2014. Publicly Released: Jul 22, 2014.
Jul 18, 2014
Tax Policy:Differences in Definitions and Rules in the Tax CodeGAO-14-652R: Published: Jul 18, 2014. Publicly Released: Jul 18, 2014.
Jul 7, 2014
IRS Correspondence Audits:Better Management Could Improve Tax Compliance and Reduce Taxpayer BurdenGAO-14-479: Published: Jun 5, 2014. Publicly Released: Jul 7, 2014.
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Management Report:Improvements Are Needed to Enhance the Internal Revenue Service's Internal ControlsGAO-14-433R: Published: Jul 2, 2014. Publicly Released: Jul 2, 2014.
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Combating Nuclear Smuggling:
DHS Has Made Some Progress but Not Yet Completed a Strategic Plan for Its Global Nuclear Detection Efforts or Closed Identified Gaps
GAO-10-883T: Published: Jun 30, 2010. Publicly Released: Jun 30, 2010.
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In April 2005, a Presidential Directive established the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enhance and coordinate federal, state, and local efforts to combat nuclear smuggling abroad and domestically. DNDO was directed to develop, in coordination with the departments of Defense, Energy, and State, an enhanced global nuclear detection system of radiation detection equipment and interdiction activities. (DNDO refers to this system as an architecture.) DNDO is to implement the domestic portion of the architecture. Federal efforts to combat nuclear smuggling have largely focused on established ports of entry, such as seaports and land border crossings, and DNDO has also been examining nuclear detection strategies along other pathways. Over the past 7 years, GAO has issued numerous recommendations on nuclear or radiological detection to the Secretary of Homeland Security, most recently in January 2009. This testimony discusses the status of DHS efforts to (1) complete the deployment of radiation detection equipment to scan all cargo and conveyances entering the United States at ports of entry, (2) prevent smuggling of nuclear or radiological materials via the critical gaps DNDO identified, and (3) develop a strategic plan for the global nuclear detection architecture. GAO's testimony is based on prior work that was updated by obtaining DHS documents and interviewing DHS officials.
DHS has made significant progress in both deploying radiation detection equipment and developing procedures to scan cargo and conveyances entering the United States through fixed land and sea ports of entry for nuclear and radiological materials since GAO's 2006 report. While DHS reports it scans nearly 100 percent of the cargo and conveyances entering the United States through land borders and major seaports, it has made less progress scanning for radiation (1) in railcars entering the United States from Canada and Mexico; (2) in international air cargo; and (3) for international commercial aviation aircraft, passengers, or baggage. DHS efforts to prevent the smuggling of nuclear and radiological materials into the United States through gaps DNDO identified in developing the nuclear detection architecture remain largely developmental since GAO's 2009 report. The gaps DHS identified include land border areas between ports of entry into the United States, international general aviation, and small maritime craft such as recreational boats and commercial fishing vessels. These gaps are important because of their size, volume of traffic, and the difficulty of deploying available radiological and nuclear detection technologies. DHS's actions to address these gaps consist primarily of efforts to develop, test, and deploy radiation detection equipment; conduct studies or analyses to identify and address particular threats or gaps; develop new procedures to guide scanning for radiation; and develop and learn from pilot programs. DHS does not yet have a strategic plan for the global nuclear detection architecture, but DHS officials said they began working on a plan earlier this year and expect to complete it by fall 2010--2 years after GAO last recommended this to DNDO--and more than 7 years after we first identified the need for a comprehensive plan in October 2002. The lack of a strategic plan has limited DHS's efforts to complete such an architecture, because although each agency with a role in combating nuclear smuggling has its own planning documents, without an overarching strategic plan, it is difficult to address the gaps and move to a more comprehensive global nuclear detection strategy. DNDO's 4-year effort to develop an advanced radiation detection monitor is an example of the consequences of not having a strategic plan and not reaching consensus on such a plan with other federal agencies. In GAO's view, the proposed deployment of this monitor distracted DNDO from its mission to fully deploy the architecture and close the gaps it identified. Also, in 2006 GAO recommended that the decision to deploy this monitor be based on an analysis of both benefits and costs--which GAO later estimated at over $2 billion--and a determination of whether any additional detection capability provided by the monitor was worth its additional cost. DNDO proceeded with advanced spectroscopic portal (ASP) testing without fully completing such an analysis. Further, DNDO focused this monitor deployment effort on replacing components of the architecture where a radiation detection system was already in place--at established ports of entry--and shifting its focus away from closing the gaps it identified in the architecture.
Dec 19, 2014
Anthrax:Agency Approaches to Validation and Statistical Analyses Could Be ImprovedGAO-15-80: Published: Dec 19, 2014. Publicly Released: Dec 19, 2014.
Emergency Preparedness:Opportunities Exist to Strengthen Interagency Assessments and Accountability for Closing Capability GapsGAO-15-20: Published: Dec 4, 2014. Publicly Released: Dec 19, 2014.
Dec 17, 2014
Department of Homeland Security:Continued Action Needed to Strengthen Management of Administratively Uncontrollable OvertimeGAO-15-95: Published: Dec 17, 2014. Publicly Released: Dec 17, 2014.
Nov 6, 2014
Information Sharing:DHS Is Assessing Fusion Center Capabilities and Results, but Needs to More Accurately Account for Federal Funding Provided to CentersGAO-15-155: Published: Nov 4, 2014. Publicly Released: Nov 6, 2014.
Oct 14, 2014
Combating Nuclear Smuggling:Risk-Informed Covert Assessments and Oversight of Corrective Actions Could Strengthen Capabilities at the BorderGAO-14-826: Published: Sep 22, 2014. Publicly Released: Oct 14, 2014.
Sep 30, 2014
Unmanned Aerial Systems:Department of Homeland Security's Review of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Use and Compliance with Privacy and Civil Liberty Laws and StandardsGAO-14-849R: Published: Sep 30, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 30, 2014.
Sep 24, 2014
Inspectors General:DHS OIG's Structure, Policies, and Procedures Are Consistent with Standards, but Areas for Improvement ExistGAO-14-726: Published: Sep 24, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 24, 2014.
Sep 18, 2014
Secure Flight:Additional Actions Needed to Determine Program Effectiveness and Strengthen Privacy Oversight MechanismsGAO-14-796T: Published: Sep 18, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 18, 2014.
Secure Flight:TSA Could Take Additional Steps to Strengthen Privacy Oversight MechanismsGAO-14-647: Published: Sep 9, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 18, 2014.
Secure Flight:TSA Should Take Additional Steps to Determine Program EffectivenessGAO-14-531: Published: Sep 9, 2014. Publicly Released: Sep 18, 2014.
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The Lowdown - This Week's XLR8R Top 10 with KiNK, Ikonika, Jamie xx, and More
Throughout the week, a whole lot of material gets posted here on XLR8R. And while we know—and love—that some hardcore readers will eagerly pour over every single news story, interview, podcast, video, and MP3 download that appears on the site, we also realize that for most people, it's impossible to see everything, which means that some quality XLR8R content is likely to get missed in the hustle and bustle of everyone's daily lives. In the interest of making it easier for everyone to catch up, every Friday we present The Lowdown, a weekly wrap-up of the top 10 tidbits from our site.
1. We kicked off the week with Bulgarian producer KiNK (pictured above), who detailed five of the essential pieces from his elaborate studio set-up.
2. FACT's Against the Clock video series has always proven to be quite popular, and the latest episode, which features Hyperdub affiliate Ikonika, was also a hit with our readers.
3. A new entry in the Music Nation video series surfaced this week, a documentary called Berkshire Goes Balearic that chronicles the spread of Balearic culture in the UK.
4. Bristol beatmaker Addison Groove gave fans a unique look into his production methods this week by starring in a new video tour of his home studio.
5. The Red Bull Music Academy took a serious look back at late-'70s/early-'80s NYC clubbing this week when it published an extensive feature on the legendary Larry Levan. Additionally, RBMA compiled an extensive playlist of the greatest Paradise Garage tracks.
6. With the release of his new LP for Ghostly rapidly approaching, Tobacco debuted an "extremely NSFW" video for album opener "Streaker."
7. Minimal stalwart Ricardo Villalobos is known for his lengthy production excursions, and that reputation stayed intact this week when he let XLR8R premiere a stream of an 18-minute-long remix he did (with frequent studio partner Max Loderbauer) of Wolfgang Haffner's "Melodia del Viento."
8. A new Jamie xx 12" will be dropping early next month, and this week, the London producer shared a playful animated video for lead cut "Girl."
9. The latest XLR8R podcast was put together by Canadian-born, Berlin-based producer and New Kanada label head Adam Marshall.
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Fluid Dress is what wearing a living computer will look like
If we're lucky the future of fashion technology will not only give us clothes that change color, but also more outfits that move while we move like the new Fluid Dress.
While designer Charlie Bucket doesn't get into details regarding what the glowing liquid flowing (aided by an electric pump) through the dress is, it doesn't take a lot to imagine such a dynamic being used for more practical things such as storing water on the go while retaining one's fashion sense, or acting as a cooling mechanism for a mobile supercomputer of the future. You can see video of the Fluid Dress at work below.
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Lilburn, GA 30047
Park Crossing
- Picnic area w/ Grill & Tables
- Custom Designed Pool with Sundeck
- Lighted Tennis Courts
- Woodburning Fireplaces
- Spacious 1 & 2 Bedrooms
- Washer/Dryer Connections
- Laundry Facility
- Vaulted Ceilings
Park Crossing offers 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes in the Norcross/Lilburn area. Park Crossing features walk in closets, double sinks with garbage disposals, ceiling fans, full size washer and dryer connections, linen closets, and outside storage. Our apartment community is close to Lilburn Elementary School, Hopkins Elementary School, Meadowcreek Elementary School, Greater Atlanta Christian School, Lilburn Middle School, Meadowcreek High School & Providence Christian Academy Middle School.
Hampton Woods
- Sparkling Pool & Clubhouse
- Tennis Court
- Gwinnett County School District
- Walk-In Closets
- Individual Storage Rooms
- Washer/Dryer Connections In Every Apartment Home
- Children's Recreation Area & Playground
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Large Screened-In Porches
- On-Site Laundry Facilities
- Minutes from I-85 & Jimmy Carter Blvd
- Designer Kitchens With Butcher Block Counter
Located in Gwinnett County-Hampton Woods offers great amenities including screened in porches, huge pool and tennis courts. Washers and Dryers connections are in every apartment home.
Stone Mountain, GA 30088
Stoneridge at Hidden Hills
- Spacious Studio, 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Floorplans
- Large Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bar
- Washer and Dryer Connections
- Gas Starter Wood Burning Fireplaces
- Private Balcony or Patio
- Swimming Pools
- Tennis Courts
- Workout Facility
- On-Site Laundry Facilities
- Car Care Facility
- Playground
- Convenient to I-20 & I-285 and MARTA
Stoneridge at Hidden Hills, apartments for rent in Stone Mountain, Georgia, offer spacious Studio, one, two, and three bedroom floor plans. Washer and dryer connections, sunrooms, breakfast bars, separate dining rooms, walk-in closets, fireplaces in all homes, and extra large bedrooms. Property has 2 pools, a tennis court, and an on-site laundry facility. Close to I-285, and I-20 off of Covington Highway and convenient to MARTA. Pet friendly with breed and weight restrictions.
Las Palmas
- Screened Porches
- Separate Dining Rooms
- Fireplaces
- Playground
- Peaceful, Quiet Environment
- Energy Efficient Construction
- Largest 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Floorplans in the Area!
- Monitored Alarm Systems
Las Palmas is nestled in a wooded yet peaceful and quiet environment and is within easy reach of shopping, dining, major thoroughfares and everywhere you may need to go! Our 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floor plans are spacious and comfortably designed with you in mind! Pleasantdale Elementary School, Oakcliff Elementary School, Strayer University, Country Brook Montessori School, Rockbridge Elementary School and Evansdale Elementary School.
Decatur, GA 30034
Serenade Apartments
- Spacious 1,2 & 3 Garden Style and Townhomes
- Washer/Dryer Connections (in select units)
- Resort Style Pool
- On Site Laundry Facility
- 2 Playgrounds
- Upgraded Fitness Center overlooking the Pool
- On MARTA Busline #15
- Pets Welcome
One, two and three bedroom apartment homes located in the Decatur, GA area. Easy access to I-20, I-285 and MARTA Bus Line #15, walking distance to South Dekalb Mall and Dekalb College. Our community has 2 playground areas, resort style swimming pool, an on-site laundry facility and 24-hour maintenance services. Apartments feature spacious floorplans with walk-in closets, patios or balconies and washer/dryer connections.
Decatur, GA 30033
KRC Vista
- Washer and Dryer Connections
- Easy access to Public Transportation
- Private Balconies and Patios
- Playground
- Near Hwy 78, & close to Interstates 285 and 85
- Excellent School District
2 bedroom apartments for rent in Decatur offering garden style, bright open floor plans. Enjoy the sparkling swimming pool or play a round of tennis at our professionally landscaped property. Conveniently located at Highway 78 and close to I-285 and I-85.
Lithonia, GA 30058
Harvard Place
- Exterior Storage Units
- Wooded Landscape
- Washer/Dryer Connections
- Lighted Tennis Courts
- Playground
- Sparkling Pool
- Total Electric
- Lake View Apartments
- Oversized Walk-In Closets
- Patio & Balconies
- Fast Access to I-285 & I-20
- Stoneview Elementary, Salem Middle,Lithonia High
Offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes in Lithonia. Our stylish interiors and manicured landscaping combined with the convenience of Lithonia and the surrounding area makes it an easy choice to call this home. Come by today and learn about our specials.
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Southern Oaks
- Full Size Washer/Dryer Connections
- Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Floorplans
- On MARTA Bus Line
- Well Kept Children's Playground & Swimming Pool
- Large Country Kitchens
- Professional On-Site Staff
- Small Dogs Welcome
- 3 Blocks From Stone Mountain Village and Park
- Easy Access to US 78 & I-285
- Tranquil Patios and Porches
- Ceiling Fans & Extra Storage
- Small Stone Mountain Neighborhood Atmosphere
Simple ~ Easy ~ Living at Southern Oaks and Southern Oaks Too is why you will love living at our community. Enjoy the "Simple" life filled with friendly neighbors, quick and "Easy" access to beautiful Stone Mountain Park and The Historic Village of Stone Mountain, the Post Office, Memorial Drive, Highway 78, I-285, I-20 and I-85. If you are going green and don't drive, don't worry--public transportation is only foot steps away on Bus #121 with service to and from the Kensington MARTA Station.
Atlanta, GA 30341
Sterling Oaks
- Newly Renovated Units 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments
- Washer/Dryer Connections (in select units)
- Resort Style Swimming Pool
- MARTA Bus Stop at Property Entrance
- Easy Access to I-285, I-85, Mercer University
- Private Patio or Balcony
- Student Discounts Available
- Fitness Center
Spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments in Atlanta, GA. Student discounts available, MARTA stop at entrance of community, conveniently located at I-285 and I-85, near Mercer University. Apartment homes are newly renovated and feature washer/dryer connections (in select units), huge closets, private patios or balconies. Our community has a playground, pool, fitness center, business center and soccer field.
Clarkston, GA 30021
Highland Village
- 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments & Townhomes
- Washer/Dryer Connections
- Laundry Facility
- Easy Access to I-285
- Patio/balcony
- Cable/Satellite
Spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments and townhomes for rent in Clarkston, Georgia. Close to Marta, I-85, I-285, & Hwy 78. On-site laundry facility. Pool and playground.
Atlanta, GA 30341
Lakeside Village
- Easy access to I-85 and I-285, Northlake Mall Area
- Washer/Dryer Connections in Every Home
- Expansive Fitness Center with Yoga Studio
- 5 Sparkling Pools/2 Tennis Courts
- Open Eat in Kitchen with Huge Pantry Closet
- Outdoor Living Spaces and Grilling
- New Clubhouse and New Playground
- Walk in Closets, Linen Closet and Storage Space
Our community offers huge 2 and 3 bedroom floor plans near Mercer University. We are conveniently located just 10 minutes to downtown Atlanta, 10 min to Perimeter Mall and 5 min to Northlake Mall. We are also close to I-285, I-85, shopping and dining. Our 2 and 3 bedroom apartment rentals include 5 pools, 2 tennis courts, a huge playground, fitness center and clubhouse.
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
The Grove at Stone Mountain
- Beautiful, Park-like setting
- Broadband Internet Access available
- Car Care Center
- Clubhouse with kitchen
- Deck/sunroom in select units
- Furnished Units Available
- Situated On A Wooded, Five-Acre Lake
- Garages With Storage Units Available
We offer spacious one, two, and three bedroom apartment homes for rent with excellent amenities and floor plans to choose from. Great Gwinnett County Location only minutes to Stone Mountain Park and Hwy 78. Beautiful wooded environment with abundant green space and a lake on site.
Conyers, GA 30012
- Convenient to I-20
- Fitness Center
- Washer/Dryer Connections
- On-Site Laundry Facility
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplaces in Select Homes
Bridlewood Apartments in Conyers, GA offers spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments for rent with washer and dryer connections, fireplaces, pool and fitness center. We are pet friendly and convenient to Stonecrest Mall, I-20, and dining. Our affordable apartment homes are close to Excel Christian Academy, Springs Academy, Conyers Middle School, Hicks Elementary School, Rockdale County High School, Pine Street Elementary School, Hightower Trail Elementary School and Livingston Elementary School.
Decatur, GA 30033
Valley Brook Crossing
- Clothes Care Center
- Tennis Court
- Relaxing Pool and Clubhouse
- Individual Storage Room
- Picnic Area/ Brick BBQ Grills
- Full Size Washer/Dryer Connections In Every Home
- Spacious Floorplans
- Limited Access Gates
- On MARTA Bus Line and Emory Cliff Shuttle Route
- Easy Access to Downtown Decatur & Emory University
- Screened-In Patios
- Huge Walk-In Closets
Valley Brook Crossing offers spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Decatur, GA. Minutes away from I-285, US-78, and I-85, easy access to MARTA and the Emory Cliff Shuttle. Minutes from downtown Decatur square, Emory University and local shopping and dining. Washer and dryer connections in every home with free outside storage, screened-in patios and walk-in closets. Community has a swimming pool, tennis court, laundry center and limited access gates.
Stone Mountain, GA 30088
Ashland Pines
- Minutes to Stone Mountain Park
- Large 2 bedroom floor plan designs
- Fitness Center/ Playground
- Sparkling Pool and Sun Deck
- Full Size Washer/Dryer Connections
- Fireplace w/ Gas Starter
- Resident Business Center
- Huge Walk-In Closets*
Choose from large one and two bedroom floor plans in Stone Mountain, GA with swimming pool, fitness center, huge walk-in closets, fireplace, full size washer and dryer connections, kitchens with breakfast bar.
Decatur, GA 30034
Rainbow Forest
- 2 & 3 Bedroom Garden Apartments & Town Homes
- Sparkling Pool
- Lighted Tennis Courts
- Washer/Dryer Connections
- Controlled Access Gates
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Beautiful Small Community
- Close to South Dekalb Mall
Rainbow Forest Apartments in Decatur features a swimming pool, exercise room and tennis court in Dekalb County! This gated community offers 2 and 3 bedroom floor plans and is a great location in Decatur, GA with shopping and dining right at your finger tips. We offer other exceptional amenities to choose from such as; washer and dryer connections, fully equipped kitchens, patios and balconies and a clubhouse. We are minutes from South Dekalb Mall, I-20 and Downtown Atlanta.
Lithonia, GA 30058
The Oaks At Stonecrest Apartments and Townhomes
- Renovated Interiors.
- NEW Eat-In Kitchens with Windows.
- Washer/Dryer Connections Available.
- HUGE Wall to Wall and Walk-In Closets
- Easy access to I-20 & I-285
- Minutes from Stonecrest Mall
- Resort style Pool,
- NEW On-site Clothes Care Facility
1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Lithonia, GA., The Oaks at Stonecrest is a newly renovated community, with a resort style pool with sundeck, playground area and community center. Washer and dryer connections, and easy access to I-20, and Marta. Pet Friendly.
Sienna Heights
- Total Electric 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartment Homes
- Washer/Dryer Connections
- Fitness Center
- Swimming Pool
- On Gwinnett Transit Busline
- Soccer Court
- Resident Business Center
- Playground with Picnic Area
- Minutes to I-85, I-285 and Jimmy Carter
- Se Habla Espanol
- Pets Welcome
- Under New Management
Affordable Norcross, GA apartments for rent minutes from I-85 and Jimmy Carter Blvd. Sienna Heights offers huge 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartment homes that include large kitchens, ceramic tiled floors (in select homes), and washer/dryer connections. We are a pet friendly community with the convenience of a fitness center, business center, close to parks and jogging trails, swimming pool, soccer court and a playground with picnic area.
Lithonia, GA 30058
The Reserve
- Studios, One, Two, and Three Bedroom Floorplans
- Unique Roommate and Terrace Floorplans
- One Bedroom includes washer and dryer
- Sunrooms, Balconies and Patios
- Energy Efficient and Total Electric
- Outdoor Swimming Pool & 2 Lighted Tennis Courts
- Laundry Facility on Property
- Fireplaces & Sunrooms-In Select Units
- Washer and Dryer Connections In 2 and 3 Bedroom
- Dishwasher and Garbage Disposal In Selected Units
- Pet Friendly-50lbs and under
The Reserve provides one, two and three bedroom apartments in Lithonia, Georgia, with easy access to I-20 and is just around the corner from local parks, shopping, dining, entertainment, and much more. Featuring sunrooms or screened porches, fireplaces and walk-in closets, The Reserve will offer exactly what you need.
Clarkston, GA 30021
Avalon on Montreal
- Washer & Dryer Connections
- Swimming Pool
- State-of-the-Art Fitness Center
- Huge Kitchens with New Black Appliances
- On MARTA Busline
- Vaulted Ceilings & Hardwood Plank Flooring
Avalon on Montreal offers spacious and affordable two and three and four bedroom apartments and townhomes for rent in Clarkston, GA. This newly renovated apartment community features a pool, fitness center and business center. Apartments have washer/dryer connections, walk0in closets, private patios, spacious kitchens with black appliances and marbleized countertops. On the MARTA bus line and located minutes to Decatur, GA, US 78 and I-285.
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I got a new washer and dryer last spring, after my washer of 12 years failed suddenly. I am most grateful that we are in a position go right out and purchase new appliances, but I have to say that I was very attached to my "old" washer, which didn't seem very old to me. You see, it was our very first NEW appliance purchase, after Geoff finished his medical training in 2000 and I fully expected it to last my whole life — or the rest of my life! The nice man at Sears set me straight and explained that "they don't make washers (or any appliances) like the used to!" He went on to explain that everything is a computer these days, so nothing is designed or expected to last longer than 8 to 10 years. But, I digress. The purpose of today's post is to touch on my creative process. After my new washer arrived and I discovered that it was quite a bit bigger (as in it sticks out farther) AND the controls are on the face rather than on top, a change which introduced a big sock-eating gap at the back of both appliances — I was thrown into a bit of a tizzy. To help me cope and adjust my thinking and attitude, I did what any right-minded (pun intended) scrapbooker would do …
… I created a layout dedicated to my former, beloved washing machine and dryer. This creative process, beginning with the "idea" and moving through photos, color, journaling, product-selection, assembly—everything, is very ME. It is my comfort zone. This is where I am most happy and can easily disappear and find the imaginative nirvana called F-L-O-W.
It is the discovery and exploration of our personal creative processes that Jennifer Wilson and I will begin exploring (hopefully with YOU) this Thursday, in our brand-new, 4-week workshop, called The Art + Science of Scrapbooking.
Jennifer is left-brain dominant scrapbooker and I am a right-brain dominant scrapbooker and we approach our craft from differing perspectives, but we have teamed up to challenge and learn from each other in what are generally the universal stages of a scrapbooking process, AND what has proven to be a brain-boosting experience for both of us! You can learn much more about this workshop, by reading the class description, HERE (be sure to watch the little video too!)
The thing is, creating this class is probably the MOST FUN I have had (as a teacher/writer) in a VERY long time — for reasons I would love to explore in another blog post this week (if I feel so inclined!) For now, I would delight to give away a free seat in this class. All you need to do is leave me a comment and tell me which aspect of the creative process is EASIEST for you.
Is it …
1. Ideation: Getting an "idea" for a page/project)
2. Process: The order and assembly of individual & disparate pieces into the whole
3. Photos: Selecting/finding photos to use
4. Journaling: Discovering and crafting the words/story
5. Color: Choosing colors and color combinations to work with
6. Design: Working with visual principles to arrange a pleasing outcome
7. Product: Using tools, techniques and papers/decorative accents to effectively communicate stories
8. Embellishing: Adding the finishing touches
… and, feel free to discuss the WHY behind your choice, if you want to!
You'll be glad to know that Geoff and Trey installed a shelf that sits just above my new washer and dryer and prevents socks and other goodies from disappearing into the great abyss. Thanks to their support and my ability to leverage the creative/healing process in my own behalf, I am adjusting remarkably well to what might have a disastrous blow to my laundry-routine!
I'll post a WINNER on Wednesday morning sometime.
For all you unluckies — go buy a seat. This is a FUN class!