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Iran's Ramazan Corps and the ratlines into Iraq
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The issue of Iranian complicity in the Iraqi insurgency has been contentious since US and Iraqi forces began heavily targeting the Iranian networks in late 2006. While news reports have touted Iran's role in reducing the violence, US military officers believe Iran still serves as a source of weapons and fighters in Iraq.
The Long War Journal has spoken to several mid-level and senior US military and intelligence officers, all of whom have declined to go on the record due to the sensitive nature of the Iranian issue. Based on these conversations as well as other information, The Long War Journal has learned the nature of the Qods Force operations in Iraq and how they move resources into the country.
Qods Force and the Iraqi insurgency
Iran began to extend its influence in Iraq immediately after the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime in April 2003. Through the Qods Force, Iran's external wing of the Revolutionary Guards Corps, Iran immediately moved money, weapons, and operatives inside Iraq to influence the various fractured Shia political parties and militias.
Iran worked through various militias such as the Mahdi Army, the Badr Corps, the Qazali Network, the Shebaini Network, and a host of other surrogates to attack Coalition forces, Iraqi Security Forces, and rival political leaders. When groups like the Badr Corps and its political backer the Supreme Council for Islamic Revolution in Iraq broke from the Iranian sphere of influence and integrated with the government, the Iranian-backed militias, which have since been designated the Special Groups, began attacking them as well.
To streamline operations in Iraq, the Qods Force established a unified command, called the Ramazan Corps, and split Iraq into three roughly geographical regions.
The Ramazan Corps - Qods Force Iraq Command
The picture of Qods Force's command structure and operations in Iraq became clearer since US forces began heavily targeting the Iranian networks in late December 2006. Several high-level Qods Force officers - including Qais Qazali, Azhar al Dulaimi, Ali Mussa Daqduq, and Mahmud Farhadi - have been killed or captured in Irbil, Baghdad, and several unnamed locations.
During these raids, Coalition forces seized computers and computer drives, documentation, journals, and other evidence that reinforced information obtained through the interrogations of the Qods Force officers. While military and intelligence sources would not discuss other methods, communications intercepts and satellite imagery are also likely to play a key role in understanding the Qods Force's activities in Iraq.
Critical information about the structure of the Ramazan Corps comes from the Iranian operatives captured in Iraq. Qais Qazali was the leader of the Qazali Network, which was responsible for several high-profile attacks on US and Iraqi forces. Qais, along with his brother Laith Qazali, and several other members of the Qazali Network were captured in early 2007. Azhar al Dulaimi, also a member of the Qazali network, was the tactical commander behind the attack on the Karbala Provincial Joint Coordination Center, which resulted in the kidnapping and subsequent murder of five US soldiers. Ali Mussa Daqduq, who served as the chief of guard to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and was the commander of Hezbollah's special forces, was tasked by Iran to organize the Special Groups and "rogue" Mahdi Army cells along the lines of Lebanese Hezbollah. Mahmud Farhadi was the Qods Force officer in charge of the Zafr Command, one of the three units subordinate to the Ramazan Corps.
Multinational Forces Iraq learned that Iran set up the Ramazan Corps as a sophisticated command structure to coordinate military, intelligence, terrorist, diplomatic, religious, ideological, propaganda, and economic operations. "This Corps is responsible for most of the Qods Force operations in Iraq," said Major General Kevin Bergner, the spokesman for Multinational Forces Iraq, during a briefing in Baghdad on October 3.
The Ramazan Corps is based out of the Ramazan Command Center in Tehran, but information obtained by The Long War Journal indicates significant elements have forward deployed to Mehran on the border to coordinate activities.
The Ramazan Corps is split into three separate commands - Nasr, Zafar, and Fajr - each covering a roughly geographical area in Iraq.
The Long War Journal confirmed this information with a spokesman at Multinational Forces Iraq, which was hesitant to provide additional information on the Ramazan Corps. "At this particular time MNF-I is only prepared to confirm the names of the three commands that are subordinate to Ramazan Corps and that [Mahmudi] Farhadi is the Commander of the Zafr Command," said Lieutenant Commander Kevin S. Anderson.
The Nasr Command is based in Marivan in the Iranian north and deals with operations in the Kurdish regions and portions of Diyala province. The Zafar Command is based in Mehran in central Iran, and deals with operations in central Iraq, including Baghdad, Najaf, Karbala, Babil, Wasit, and portions of Diyala province.
The Fajr Command is based in Ahvaz in the south, although information obtained by The Long War Journal indicated command elements have moved forward to bases in Khorramshahr and Shalamcheh to direct operations. The Fajr Command directs operations in Basrah, Dhi Qhar, Maysan, and Muthanna.
Inside Iraq, the city of Amarah in Maysan province serves as a Qods Force / Ramazan Corps command and control center as well as one of the major distribution points for weapons in southern Iraq.
The southern and central Ratlines
The Ramazan Corps' operations begin inside Iran and flow through several points of entry along the border to destinations inside Iraq. Once inside Iraq, weapons are stockpiled and then distributed to local cells to conduct attacks on the primary and secondary targets of opportunity. The Long War Journal has obtained detailed information on the Qods Force ratlines in the central and southern regions.
Inside Iran, Qods Force manufactures and distributes weapons, provides training for Iraqi recruits, then facilitates the movement of weapons and fighters inside Iraq. Iraqi recruits, largely radicalized Shia from Muqtada al Sadr's Mahdi Army, are sent to Iran for what one US military officer described as "basic jihadi training." The recruits receive several weeks of training with small arms and, depending on the units assigned, mortars and the use of explosively formed penetrators, or EFPs.
Several US military sources stated the EFPs are indeed "manufactured" inside Iran at "production lines" in the Iranian hubs of Ahvaz and Mehran. One officer stated the EFPs should not be considered IEDs, as they are professionally manufactured landmines.
"The EFP is not an IED, in that there is nothing improvised about them. They are manufactured in factories, mostly I believe in Iran," said the US military officer who is familiar with both the Sunni and Shia variants of IEDs used in Iraq. "The true IED can be put together by small insurgent cells with little or no support. The EFP indicates a large logistical network."
In the south and center, recruits and weapons are smuggled through four points of entry. In the central regions, the Mehran point of entry in the central province of Wasit is controlled by the Zafar Command. This is the primary conduit of Iranian weapons into Baghdad. The Al Sheeb entry at Maysan province and the Majnun and Shalamcheh entry points at Basrah province are fed by the Fajar Command based out of Ahvaz.
After being smuggled through the border crossings, Iranian weapons are moved to what are described as "strategic distribution hubs" in the cities of Badrah, Al Kut, Amarah, Qurnah, and Basrah. From these distribution hubs, weapons stocks are then moved forward to "tactical distribution hubs" in Hillah, Diwaniyah, Al Fajr, Samawah, and Nasiriyah.
After the weapons are moved to the strategic distribution hubs, they are warehoused for later use. From strategic hubs, the weapons are distributed to the tactical distribution hubs. From these tactical hubs, the weapons are then distributed to local cells for attacks on US troops, Iraqi Security Forces, and rival political and militia leaders as needed.
Baghdad is considered strategic center of gravity for EFP and mortar strikes. The Iranians believe they can influence events decisively by attacking Coalition and Iraqi targets in and around Baghdad. Iranian-made mortars and larger rockets are fired regularly at the massive Victory complex south of Baghdad where the US military maintains a large presence. US and Iraqi military patrols are targeted by EFPs inside Baghdad.
Iraqi and Coalition forces and rival political groups are targets for the Iranian-backed terror groups. The Ramazan Corps views the south as a means to shape and influence operations in and around Baghdad.
The cities of Diwaniyah, Nasiriyah, and Basrah are the primary target locations in the south. Diwaniyah is fed by caches in Al Fajr; Nasiriyah is fed by the caches in Amarah, Qurnah, and Basrah.
Is Iran still active in Iraq?
Since the surge began, Coalition and Iraqi forces have made significant efforts to target the Qods Force-backed Special Groups operating in Iraq. Raids on Special Groups and rogue Mahdi Army cells skyrocketed since the surge began in January, while border crossings have been reinforced with Iraqi and Coalition forces.
In Wasit province, Multinational Division Central deployed a Georgian Army brigade along the border to specifically intercept the Iranian ratlines flowing from Badrah to Al Kut and Baghdad.
While several senior Iraqi officials and US military commanders have stated Iran has cooperated in reducing the flow of weapons and fighters into Iraq, some US combat commanders engaged in fighting the Special Groups disagree.
On November 15, Major General James Simmons, the Deputy Commander for Multinational Forces Iraq said the reduction in Iranian-inspired attacks along with a lack of evidence that weapons were crossing the border indicate Iran has agreed to a pledge to reduce violence in Iraq. "We believe that this indicates the commitments Iran has made appear to be holding up," Simmons said.
Iraqi spokesman Ali al Dabbagh agreed. "Iran is showing more restraint in sending people and weapons to destabilize Iraq," said Dabbagh on November 18. "[Prime Minister Maliki] spoke very frankly with the supreme leader [Ayatollah Ali Khamenei] in Mashad. He said Iran had to choose whether to support the [Iraqi] government or any other party. ... Everything gives the feeling that Iran is making good on its pledge. The freezing of the Mahdi Army is evidence of its good intentions. Iran played a role in this."
But three US commanders directly in the fight against the Special Groups in three of the most active theaters for the Ramazan Corps -- Baghdad, central provinces, and along the Iranian border -- disagree.
Colonel Don Farris, the commander of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division based in the heart of Sadr City in Baghdad, stated the Special Groups still pose a major threat. "While the violence is down, I remain very concerned in our sector about these special groups," Farris said. "They're very lethal, they're organized, they're sophisticated and I have not seen that their operations have declined or diminished in any way, shape or form here in the last several months. We have not seen any slowing down or any indicators that these special groups are going to curtail their activities or quit receiving this support that's coming from outside the country."
Major General Rick Lynch, the Commander of Multinational Division Central, whose area of operations includes Wasit, Karbala, Babil, and southern Baghdad provinces, is not certain Iran has reduced the flow of aid to the Shia terror groups. "I don't know what this Iranian pledge is, but the number of munitions has increased," Lynch said on November 11. "It could be that we are finding them more. But it is still troublesome. I have no idea when these EFP munitions came ... before or after the pledge. I don't know."
On November 22, Lynch stated his forces are still finding Iranian munitions "that are traceable back to Iran," and the Special Groups are still active. "They're still operating in our battlespace," he said. "But I can't say whether or not this is an increased problem or a flatline problem or a decreasing problem."
Colonel Mark Mueller, the commander of the border transition team in Wasit province, stated on November 20 that weapons are still moving across the border. "We do know that explosively formed penetrators are getting across the border, we do know that ... rockets are coming across the border, so of course it's a concern," Mueller said.
Local intolerance of Iranian influence
The Iraqi Shia in the south have begun to organize against Iranian activities inside their country. In November, over 300,000 Shia, including 600 tribal leaders "signed a petition accusing Iran of sowing 'disorder' in southern Iraq." "More than 300,000 people from the southern provinces condemned the interference of the Iranian regime in Iraq and especially in spreading security disorder in the provinces," the sheikhs said in a statement released to Reuters.
Tribal militias in Wasit province formed to help secure the Iranian border. "The leader of the Migasees tribe here in Wasit province, acknowledged tribal leaders have discussed creating a brigade of young men trained by the Americans to bolster local security as well as help patrol the border with Iran," the Associated Press reported. Tribal militias are forming in Maysan and Basrah provinces, Multination Forces Iraq told The Long War Journal in a recent inquiry on the status of the Concerned Local Citizens forces currently forming nationwide.
Iran's complicity with the Iraqi insurgency has been a problem since the Coalition invasion of Iraq in March 2003. It was only in late 2006 that the US began to address this problem seriously. Whether Iranian intervention in Iraq is increasing, decreasing, or unchanged, Coalition and Iraqi forces must continue military and counterterrorism operations against the Ramazan Corps inside Iraq. While there have been several reports of Coalition special forces conducting raids inside Iran these accounts are unconfirmed. The Iraqi and Coalition governments must continue to pressure Iran both militarily and diplomatically to halt its terror operations inside Iraq in order for the central government to gain stronger control of the security of the country as a whole.
The Flash presentation was produced by Nick Grace of Global Crisis Watch and ThreatsWatch.org. With special thanks to Karen Coulson for her assistance.
READER COMMENTS: "Iran's Ramazan Corps and the ratlines into Iraq"
Posted by Richard at December 5, 2007 12:47 PM ET:
I really wish the US military hit Iran hard inside there borders. Send a resounding message we can and will take you out in and out of Iraq.
Posted by Bill Roggio at December 5, 2007 1:26 PM ET:
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Posted by Bill Roggio at December 5, 2007 1:33 PM ET:
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Posted by exhelodrvr at December 5, 2007 3:17 PM ET:
Great work as always, Bill. On a somewhat related topic, it seems to me that if Iran did actually stop their nuke weapons program in 2003, then clearly a significant factor was what was going on in Iraq. This, of course, further validates the President's course of action, as "better behavior" from nations such as Iran was one of the specified hoped-for results. Combine that with North Korea's recent actions (assuming that they can be taken at face value), and you have some pretty powerful evidence that the invasion of Iraq was the right thing to do.
Posted by Alex at December 5, 2007 4:43 PM ET:
Wishful thinking of mine, but here goes.
January 2008: 14 Iraqi Army divisions are around 90-95% manned.
March 2008: Mi17 helicopter units operational.
May 2008: As part of a US scale-down plan, the Iraqi Army receives a shipment of older M60 tanks and even some M1 tanks, as well as Apache helicopters.
August 2008: Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley economists note a sharp increase in Iraqi gross domestic product due to returning refugees and increased economic activity. The firms add Iraqi companies to their Emerging Markets Fund. Al-Sadr claims it to be a western plot to steal Iraqi money.
September 2008: "New" evidence surfaces that implicates Al-Sadr to various terrorist activity in 2006-07. Iraqi justice minister says he is "deeply concerned, and nobody is above the law."
October 2008: Al-Sadr is arrested in his office and hauled away on national TV, Enron style.
February 2009: Iran's supreme leader complains about Iraqi Army Special Forces "secret cells" causing trouble.
Posted by DJ Elliott at December 5, 2007 5:17 PM ET:
January 2008: 14 Iraqi Army divisions are around 90-95% manned.
- Unrealistic. The last 8 Bdes (early 2009), the HQ elements of 12th Division (July 2008), additional logistics (2008), engineers (2008), and the FA Rgts (2009) are left to build. Plus the ISOF will only be reinforced Bde sized at end 2008. 65-70% is more like it.
March 2008: Mi17 helicopter units operational.
- One Squadron is allready operational and ISOF is training with them for future support missions.
May 2008: As part of a US scale-down plan, the Iraqi Army receives a shipment of older M60 tanks and even some M1 tanks, as well as Apache helicopters.
- M1s and Apache doubtfull. Reporting of M60s has been floating for almost a year, yet no show yet. Best guess is the Pattons that Greece is disposing of to remain in CFE treaty are in refurbishment for eventual delivery. As to Armed helos, the Mi17s already have 57mm rocket pods and MGs...
Sadr. Who knows. I do not expect him to place himself where he can be caught. He runs when the going gets tough...
Iranians are already complaining about covert ops based in Iraq and have been for years...
Posted by Anonymous at December 5, 2007 8:40 PM ET:
Nice flash.
Posted by Turner at December 5, 2007 8:41 PM ET:
Yeah, nice flash.
Posted by Andrew at December 5, 2007 10:37 PM ET:
In regards to the recent NIE report, it seems a bit unusual that an NIE report would make such an abrupt change. With this in mind, how much did the ongoing Iranian/U.S negotiations in Iraq affect this report? With the recent downward trend in violence and reports of decreased arms smuggling into Iraq, did the Iranian government make good on its promises to quell the Qods problem?
Posted by LT Nixon at December 6, 2007 6:19 AM ET:
Good question and it depends on who you ask. Ambassador Crocker said they were a waste of time, but the Shiite-dominated Iraqi government said they were "excellent" for relations. Now with the NIE report, maybe the next upcoming trilateral talks between U.S./Iraq/Iran can help curb this malicious activity in Iraq that has been highlighted well in the post above. I've got some hope for diplomacy, since our military is so strapped right now, another war would be really difficult.
Posted by Jeff Nuding at December 6, 2007 12:14 PM ET:
Bill, excellent work as always. Nick did a terrific job on that flash, we need more of that kind of thing getting better airplay.
Thanks to Long War for making it so digestible.
Posted by jeandon at December 7, 2007 5:12 AM ET:
Elliot, "Iranians are already complaining about covert ops based in Iraq and have been for years..." Good point!
How 'bout reverse rat-lines? Why aren't Iranis complaining more loudly about insurgency inside Iran, emanating from Iraq? There are already anti-Iran local forces in Iraq, including the Kurds, not to mention antimullah and democracy dissidents inside Iran. Can't our spec ops support attacks, at least against the rat line infrastructure, inside Iran?
Posted by Jeffrey at December 7, 2007 9:43 AM ET:
I'm curious as to why no one would go on the record for your report, Bill. Isn't that necessary in order to establish verifiable evidence of Iran's incursions?
Another question that came to mind when I watched your flash presentation was, if your primary sources didn't want to be identified, should the data be released? Aren't you announcing to Iran that we know your entry points, and won't that encourage the enemy to change them?
I guess what I'm asking is, how do your anonymous sources feel about your presentation? Are they happy that it's out, or are they concerned about your letting Iran know what they know? Or does Iran just not care?
Posted by Rhyno327/lrsd at December 7, 2007 12:32 PM ET:
The Iranians complaining? They sure don't like a dose of thier own meds, or the kind JSOC or the SAS do either. I been saying it for a long time-hit them where they store these weapons, train the islamofacists that cross the border. Those weapons do not come directly from Teheran, there are "weigh stations" that warehouse arms and people. There must be a whole lot of intel gained when one of these places gets hit. Bill and DJ great work, stay safe..God Bless
Posted by Bill Roggio at December 8, 2007 11:50 AM ET:
I explained in the lead sentence that this is a contentious issue, and then explained towards the end why. There are some who want to downplay Iran's complicity in Iraq to further negotiations.
The sources I spoke to were not authorized to go on the record on this issue. Very rarely do I use anonymous sources (if you read daily you will see I greatly prefer to link to open source reports.) In this case I felt this story was important enough that I'd have to run with anonymous source. It is not my preference.
As far as if it needed to have people to go on the record "to establish verifiable evidence of Iran's incursions" that is for you the reader to decide. I stand by my work.
We have captured numerous Qods Force and Special Groups operatives and seized documentation about their activities in Iran and Iraq. Do you think Iran might actually figure we know something about their operations? Numerous generals have gone on the record about who we've captured and what we know about Iran's complicity in Iraq.
I have yet to receive a single complaint about this presentation and article. I've forward the article to a command in Iraq engaged in this particular fight, and received no negative feedback.
Finally, there is a difficult balance to this. I have to weigh the public's right to know what Iran is doing to US forces and our Iraqi allies inside Iraq with operational security concerns. I am comfortable I have struck this balance. The details provide are rather generic. I did not identify specific routes. The POEs can be identified from open source reporting, as can some of the city-specific reporting.
Posted by Jeffrey at December 8, 2007 1:18 PM ET:
Thanks for the reply, Bill. I do know that you usually cite references to back up your stories. That you didn't this time is one of the reasons for my earlier question to you. The total cover of anonymity regarding your sources was another red flag. And the propensity of the Media in general to release sensitive material for readership purposes is still another.
However, the fact that you not only posted a detailed reply but took the time to speak with me privately has allieviated all of my initial concerns about this post. I appreciate your candor and your honesty, and wish you the best. Keep up the good work, Bill.
Posted by Dastagir at April 8, 2010 2:48 AM ET:
Almost all the tactics of the coalition forces are failed in Iraq. They were in the fools' paradise after their first victory. They killed or arrested most Iraqi military and powerful Bathist leaders. They dismantled the Iraqi army and the military men joined with the resistance forces in Iraq against the coalition forces. Iraq has a majority of Shia population and they were second class citizens under Saddam. US and its NATO friends never helped the Shias and Kurds in Iraq, when Saddam crushed them with Weapons supplied by West. They even supplied Chemical weapons, which Saddam effectively used against Kurds in Iraq and Iran. Iranians are very clever. They know as long as the situations in Iraq and Afghanistan are in jeopardy, US and its allies won't attack them. So they are doing their best to avoid that by helping the insurgency. How can anyone blame that? And it is almost impossible to clear the mess created by US and its friends without support from Iran. For that they have to stop the language of strength and intimidation. Peace will prevail in this World only if there is mutual respect among nations. There is enough source in this World for all mankind, but not for their greed. The urge for looting other nations' resource in the name of war on terror and democratization is not right. In most cases injustice breeds terrorism. Military strength will never bring peace. See the case of Israel? It is sitting on a pile of hundreds of nukes and arms supplied by US. Still they sweat against the stone of Palestinian youths. PEACE TO THE WORLD.
Posted by flloyd at January 5, 2011 2:44 PM ET:
in the enviroment that the coalition forces are operating in more assets need to be deployed to deal with threats coming from the iranians, we need to covertly attack and destroy these ratlines,if the iranians can deny this type of operation then we should also be inclined to do the same.
Posted by J C at February 6, 2011 4:35 PM ET:
Iran's Qods Force must be understood well in their 'modus operandi',before being dealt with in SW AFG and in IRQ.
Iran's policy in greatly influenced by US goals in the middle east,and those,further on are influenced by the R and L parties in US,plus outside elements:Israel,France,UK,Germany.That being summarized.
Now, what is happening lately in Iraq is known -to a certain extent- by the press: there is a shift in the way Iran used to operate.That occurs at several levels.One of them is that Iran doesn't see Iraq becoming a stable nation as a goal anymore.You have to see the big picture.The world's focus is on Iran,and -IT- cannot be seen targeting certain areas of the world to promote it's interests.What Iran does,it starts to follow PAK's ISI's trends, by creating and providing assistance ,indirectly to Al-Qaeda and other HIK violent groups,trough the creation of -CELLS- weather they are near the IRAN's borders or not.
I can state with certain confidence,that Iran had to make deals with PAK on this matter.Both nations have been accused of harboring and providing assistance to terror groups,so PAK and IRAN working together is a logic outcome.
It's not about making deals with Iran,because a deal with Iran is like giving assistance and time to the regime to more supply networks for IAO.It is about showing the world that Iran is not and cannot be a honest regime,that can follow any rule.


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I have almost nothing but amazing things to say about this hotel. This is the first review I have written because I was so impressed with......everything. It truly is an oasis. I never wanted to leave!!!! From the moment you arrive you are greeted by extremely helpful and friendly valet, and the smells of the lilacs over a tiffany inspired glass dome hits your nostrils that makes you forget wherever you just traveled from. Josh at the front desk was genuinely bright and helpful and even gave my husband and I a sizable upgrade for free. They have fresh baked chocolate chip cookies at the front desk!! (My favorite thing in the entire world!) The entire atmosphere is exactly as this website describes. The extensive artwork collection is an absolute treat (and surprise!!). From the perfect temperature pool, to the sparse guests, amazing views, music..... basically it is a lapse away from chaotic life and a place to truly relax and indulge in your senses. My raspberry mojito was fantastic (only the sangria, which tasted like rose strawberry koolaide left more to be desired). The rooms were cosy and beautiful at the same time. We had two different rooms due to us going to Palm Springs for two days between our stay here. One was what I assume is the largest suite with a kitchen, living room, separate bedroom/vanity area/ bathroom. The other was smaller, but had a fireplace and an AMAZING view. I would stay in either, at any point in time - I guess price would be the only difference. If you like quaint boho chic, then I can't imagine any other hotel in the world would fulfill your requirements quite like this one would. -- as a side note, we were the only american guests (that we could make out). We LOVED this- seeing as we skew European, and we reveled in the break from ....typical Americans. We will be back as soon as possible, and many many many more times after that. I think they have spoiled me .... this is a tough act to follow!
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These days India's shaping up as the prime destination for the world's biggest metal acts. Over the last few years we've had Metallica, Iron Maiden, Lamb of God, Meshuggah and Megadeth make their way to the sub-continent, while Slayer, Slash and Korn are on their way.
On the eve of Korn's first-ever Indian tour promoted and produced by MOOZ Entertainment, Gibson Guitar India caught up with Korn guitarist James "Munky" Shaffer, who talked to us about the band's surprising plunge into electronica, what things are like on the Korn tour bus and why they prefer "blood and guts" in their lyrics rather than "flowers and blue skies".
When Korn started out in the early '90s, you were right at the front of the nu-metal movement. Almost two decades later, nu-metal and many of its most famous acts have fallen by the wayside but Korn's still alive and kicking. What's kept Korn going all this while?
We've never considered ourselves "nu-metal", or any particular genre for that matter. When we came out, certain media outlets coined that phrase to group all these bands together, but we've always tried to do our own thing. We love metal, but also incorporate hip-hop, funk, electronic music, and try to keep challenging ourselves to be different and push our own boundaries with our music. I think that's kept us in a good creative space that our amazing fans have been so supportive of, thankfully.
With your current album The Path of Totality, Korn has made a massive shift, diving into the world of electronica and dubstep. What triggered the change?
Jonathan Davis, our singer, has always been into electronic music, and was a DJ in high school before he joined Korn. When we were looking for a new direction for our next album, Jonathan came to me, sat down and started playing the wildest, most interesting music I had heard in a while. "What is that??" I asked. He told me it was this DJ named Skrillex. He asked if we wanted to incorporate these sounds into our next album, and I was all for it. We were very fortunate to be able to work with all these incredibly talented electronic music producers for the album, and it came together in a way that we were very happy about.
Along the way, Korn's gotten into some trouble, especially with "moral" authorities and with people taking offense at the visual imagery, lyrics and subjects of your songs. How does Korn deal with it all?
Jonathan once said he likes to paint "blood and guts" with his lyrics rather than flowers and blue skies. We've never been attracted to the nice, happy things in life when it comes to our music. We love dark, frightening and subversive tones – that's just what we want to express, and we make the music we want to hear. We're not trying to offend anyone, but we've never worried about what other people thought of our music. If they like it, that's fantastic. If not, no problem.
A lot of Korn's music over the years have been inspired by experiences from life. How hard is it to maintain that level of well, rage when you're now well-off, reasonably happy rock stars? Or do you just find other sources to inspire the music?
We are definitely all in a different space than when we were 20 years old [laughs]. We have kids now, are older, more mature. But like anyone, we all have conflict in our lives, things that drive us or fuel our creativity. I know Jonathan channels a lot of real pain and emotion into all of his lyrics, even to this day. We're still making music because we have something we want to express, not because we "have to".
How different is a Korn tour now from the way it used to be in the '90s? Is the band better behaved now? Are the tour buses/hotel rooms quieter now?
Ha ha, definitely! We are more mature, better behaved, quieter, and less drama. I think we've also grown as musicians from playing for so many years. We all have families and enjoy each other's company, and the road is a less hectic place than it was when we started out.
Given Korn's controversial reputation over the years, how do reactions differ as you tour around the world? More to the point, how do you think India will react? Fans in each territory are all different, but there are still a lot of commonalities. We're all human, and we all connect similarly at a show. It's so cool that no matter where you are in the world, you may not speak the same language, but at a live show you can understand and connect with the audience on such a deep level. That's the power of music, and I guess that's why they call it the universal language. As for India, I can't wait to play these shows. We have amazing Indian fans who contact us through our website and Facebook pages, and I know these are going to be historic shows.
What can Indian fans expect when Korn play here?
All I can say is that these shows will be a lot of fun, and they will be historic for us. We've never played India before, so we're incredibly excited and are going to remember this for the rest of our lives. We're going to play some new songs, some really deep cuts, and definitely some classics that everyone will hopefully know and love. It's going to be a blast.
What's in the Korn future for the next year? Is there another album or are there any more interesting collaborations on the way?
We're just in the beginning phases of starting to think about our new album. It will probably lean more rock than the last one. In terms of collaborations, we're just getting started in terms of thinking about it, so we'll have to see!
Korn Path of Totality India Tour:
5 September - Leisure Valley Grounds - Gurgaon
7 September - MMRDA Grounds - Mumbai
9 September - Clarks Exotica - Bangalore


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If you don't have sourdough going yet, read here on how to Start a Starter.
1 c. sourdough starter
3 c. freshly-ground einkorn flour
½ c. water
2 ½ tsp. salt
Grind einkorn wheat berries using a grain mill like the Wondermill into flour. Sift the flour over a fine-mesh strainer to get the bran out.
Drape a warm damp towel over the bowl and let it rise for 12 hours. Then, take the dough out and gently form it into a loaf. Again put a warm damp towel right over it and let it sit for 8 hours.
Preheat the oven with a baking stone on the top rack and a cast iron skillet on the bottom rack to 450° F. The secret to getting a nice crust on the outside is steam. Boil about 3 cups of water. Once the oven is heated, quickly set the loaf on the baking stone, and pour the hot water into the cast iron skillet. Quickly shut the door because that water will evaporate fast. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
Remove from the oven and cool slightly before slicing.
Serve with lots of butter. Amen.
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BROWN, Constance Wooldridge, 75, of Chester, wife of Oscar W. Brown.
COX, Richard, 92, of Chesterfield, widower of Elsie H. Cox.
CRAIG, Helen, 76, of Chester, widow of the Rev. Dale Ralph Craig.
DANCE, Clara Louise Bailey, 74, of North Chesterfield.
HARRIS, Robert, 74, of Chesterfield, husband of Patricia L. Satterwhite Harris.
HERNDON, Douglas LaRue, 79, of Chesterfield, husband of Ellen S. Herndon.
HERRING, Danyale K., 24, of Chesterfield.
HILDERBRAND, Bobby Gale, 76, of Chesterfield, husband of Nellie Marie Hilderbrand.
MAYBERRY, Lorria May, 86, of Chesterfield, widow of Thurman Mayberry.
MEEKS, Alonza L. "Lonnie" Jr., 59, of North Chesterfield, husband of Janet M. Tharpe-Meeks.
MORGAN, David Randolph, 72, of North Chesterfield, husband of Joan C. Morgan.
STAMP, Arthur William "Bill," 80, of Chester, husband of Frances Budd Stamp.
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How to Keep Waffles Warm (and Not Soggy) from The Fauxmartha
Okay, first things first, how delicious do those whole wheat waffles look? The photo is from Erin of Naturally Ella, whom I had the pleasure of meeting last week at the Altitude Design Summit.
When you're planning your brunch for this weekend, use this tip from The Fauxmartha on how to keep waffles warm—this would also work for pancakes, if you're planning to start celebrating February's National Pancake Month.
To keep waffles (or pancakes) warm without getting soggy: Don't stack them when you take them out of the waffle iron. The steam will cause them to lose their crispness. Instead, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and put them in the oven turned on to 250° Fahrenheit. That will keep them warm until you're ready to serve them.
Head over to The Fauxmartha for her tips on reheating waffles as well, and get more tips from our test kitchen here.
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Kernel for Lotus Notes to Novell GroupWise is a technically-sophisticated and self-explanatory tool meant for migrating Lotus Notes (NSF) files to Novell GroupWise mailbox. This is an ideal utility for system administrators and help desk staff to convert Lotus Notes mailboxes. Using this software, you can perfectly migrate emails, calendars, address books, appointments, tasks, sent items, drafts, journals, calendars and every other item existing in NSF files to GroupWise mailbox.
Kernel for Lotus Notes to Novell GroupWise is proficient and practical software that not only converts Notes to GroupWise but also makes sure that data reliability is maintained in the resultant file. The tool uses NSF file(s) as a read-only copy, extracts information from the file(s) and exchanges data from NSF to GroupWise mailbox. Including that, you can migrate multiple NSF files to GroupWise mailbox in a single conversion cycle thus saving substantial amount of time for other productive tasks.
The Notes to GroupWise software is embedded with the option of selecting email items that you wish to save in the newly created GroupWise mailbox. Furthermore, you can change the folder name into GroupWise. You can select the quality of converted data and time utilization in mind; varied saving options are included in the software which the user can select as per his/her requirements. User can save emails, contacts, notes, journals etc in either text format or rtf format. This software is developed to support all versions of Lotus Notes, Domino Server and GroupWise for email migration.
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The Notes to GroupWise software is available with a free demo version which allows you to evaluate and analyze the capabilities of the software. Free version of this application displays preview of the email items stored in the NSF file(s) and lets you save 10 email items per email folder in GroupWise mailbox.


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The Plugged-in Tour is a special North American tournament tour, and it's your opportunity to cast a vote for the future of the game. From October 4th to November 3rd, thirty-one Android: Netrunner tournaments will be held at thirty-one different locations throughout the United States and Canada. Tournament attendees will cast their votes for their favorite of two new Runner identities. At the end of the tour, one of these identities will enter the game; the other will be discarded and forever derezzed. Which will it be? You decide.
Netrunner is a TM of R. Talsorian Games, Inc. Android is TM & © 2013 Fantasy Flight Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Netrunner is licensed by Wizards of the Coast LLC. © 2013 Wizards. Fantasy Flight Games, the FFG logo, Living Card Game, LCG, and the LCG logo are registered trademarks of Fantasy Flight Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved to their respective owners.


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Emoji are a staple in conversations for many, many people. They offer a colorful, language-agnostic way to convey thoughts and intent that can't always come across in a wall of text. Instant messaging is the most common home to these little pictograms, but it's not unheard of for them to appear elsewhere, particularly within contact names. Unfortunately, when Emoji are used to decorate contacts in Gmail, it can interfere with the syncing service and prevent those contacts from crossing between devices.
Phones have gotten smarter over the years, but managing contacts remains a pretty tedious affair. Syncing information saved on Android devices with a Google account prevents having to manually transfer them every time you move to a new gadget, but this does nothing to stop the periodic Facebook status updates informing mass numbers of people at once that you or your friend's phone has gone for a swim or jumped off a roller coaster, and as a result, the number has changed.
Earlier this year, Mozilla introduced Firefox Accounts, an easier way to sync all the good stuff like your passwords, bookmarks, history, and open tabs across multiple devices. This is far from Firefox's first rodeo, as the browser has had support for syncing data since Chrome was a baby, but this introduces in a further degree of ease-of-use and consolidation that users have come to expect. Now the functionality has found its way into the latest version of the Firefox Beta Android app.
The competition for cloud storage customers is getting fierce, and companies like Box need every edge they can get. To that end, the Box Android app is getting a huge overhaul today, focusing on user interface, local file management, and remote syncing and collaboration. Version 2.2 of the app will be live in the Play Store today, and should be rolling out to existing users over the next few hours.
The general interface gets the most attention, starting with a new and oh-so-trendy navigation drawer.
We know there are more than a few of you out there who are hooked on PushBullet, the pushing, pulling, syncing, file and information multitool extraordinaire. Until now the app was limited to Android, Chrome, and a more generic web interface (if you can call that limited) but today they've released a Firefox extension, for those users who prefer Mozilla's infinitely extensible web browser. Version 1.0 was uploaded this weekend, ready for testing with the greater PushBullet service.
Remember how we told you Google Games was coming, and how it's going to pack multiplayer functionality, leaderboards, achievements, and stuff like that? That's happening. There are going to be cloud game saves too.
Fresh out of Google HQ, we've managed to score a copy of the new Google Play Services v3.1.36, which is very slowly rolling out to devices right now. For comparison, the current Play Services that most people have is v3.0.27.
Android is far from the first platform Todoist has landed on, but fans of the service have been anxiously waiting. Todoist is a clean, snappy to-do list manager that has a ton of cloud features to keep your busy life under control. The app is free to use in basic mode, but the advanced features are gonna cost you.
The main interface in Todoist is just a super-minimalist task list organized in chronologic order.
Dropbox has been the reigning king of cloud storage and syncing for a few years now, but the competition is getting intense. LogMeIn, which is best known for its remote access apps, has just launched a cloud storage solution of its own called Cubby. Not only does Cubby come with 5GB of free storage to Dropbox's 2GB, but it also implements a peer-to-peer sharing system that will help you get around that limit.
Titanium Backup, a widely popular backup solution for root users, got an update today to version 4.8.4, adding a handful of improvements and functions, not the least of which being support for Box.net backup syncing.
If you're wondering why Box.net support is significant, the reason is this: until now, mobile users have had little use for the cloud service's free 50GB account option, which caps the size of uploads at 100MB, and is only compatible with mobile devices (meaning there's no desktop syncing capability).


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PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH - The University of Louisiana at Monroe Presidential Search Committee will hold its first meeting on campus on July 22 and will gather input from the public on desired characteristics of a new president.
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TOP STORY - On June 21, ULM commemorated the generosity of a special family - The Marx family - during a media event announcing the Lillian L. and Fred A. Marx Endowed Professorship in Biology.
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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWS - Beginning in July 2010, the ULM Alumni Association is switching from an anniversary "dues" campaign to an anniversary "gift" campaign, allowing companies that have a matching gift program to match your gift to the ULM Alumni Association.
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ON CAMPUS - The University of Louisiana at Monroe campus family gathered to bid farewell to ULM President James E. and First Lady Deborah Cofer on June 28.
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WARHAWK ATHLETICS - Season tickets to Warhawk football are on sale now, and through July 31, speical "priority Orders" for the Warhawk's seven "away games, inlcuding Southeastern Conference foes Arkansas, Auburn and LSU.
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The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office recently awarded Dr. Girish Shah, holder of the Mary E. and Darrell L. Calhoun Chair in Pharmacology, a patent for his invention of a biomarker for prostate cancer that may eventually become a new screening tool for physicians everywhere.
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STUDENTS FIRST - It was another history making moment on June 26 for the University of Louisiana at Monroe as ULM sophomore Kelsi Crain was crowned Miss Louisiana 2010 by Miss Louisiana 2009 Katherine Putnam, a ULM senior, at the Monroe Civic Center.
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Stunningly located on a 300-acre estate in one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas of the west of Ireland and eleven kilometres northwest of Leenane on the road to Louisburgh (R335), is Delphi Mountain Resort, a sensitively designed hotel, restaurant, spa and adventure centre.
Since 2008 the resort has been owned and managed by husband and wife team Rory and Aileen Concannon, who emphasise its remoteness ('no TV and limited phone coverage') and aim to make it a complete away from it all experience for guests.
The main building is an environmentally friendly blend of stone and wood, and the comfortably furnished bedrooms (especially those at the back) have beautiful views; the suites have a loft bedroom over a downstairs living room and all have either a window balcony or patio and locally made organic bathroom products. In addition to the adventure centre and spa facilities, hotel facilities include a full bar and restaurant on the first floor (see below).
Conference/banqueting (60/80); free broadband wi/fi. Rooms 38 (7 suites, 10 junior suites, 4 executive, 5 family, 22 ground floor, 1 for disabled, all no smoking.). B&B €79-89 pps, ss €35. Hostel rooms also available for activity breaks. Children welcome (under 4s free in parents room, cot available free of charge, baby sitting arranged, kids club).
Spa (sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, massage, treatments); walking, archery, cycling, cookery classes. Equestrian, fishing (fly) & scuba diving all nearby.
The restaurant is open to non-residents for lunch and dinner all year except January, when the resort is closed. The main dining room is on the first floor in plain view and within, it seems, touching distance of the Mweelrea mountain range.
As in the rest of the building there is extensive, tasteful use of wood and a fine stone fireplace. Expansive dormer windows fill the room with light.
The wholesome philosophy seen elsewhere in the resort is also reflected in the food, with menus based on local, seasonal produce, including fresh seafood from Killary Harbour.
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All About Exclusive Provider Organizations (EPOs)
The newest kind of health coverage, an Exclusive Provider Organization, more commonly called an EPO requires you to choose an exclusive provider. This exclusive provider will take care of all of your health needs. So what do you look for when choosing an Exclusive Provider?
Choosing the Right Exclusive Provider
First of all, you'll want to be sure, of course, that the exclusive provider you're considering takes your health insurance. Don't waste precious time to find the perfect provider only to find out that they don't even accept your health insurance. Your medical insurance provider should be able to provide you with information on participating doctors in your area.
Second of all, you want to be sure that your provider has similar feelings on health care and medications that you do. Some folks don't like to take medications unless it's absolutely necessary. They'd prefer to instead do more preventative work to keep from being sick in the first place. If you're this type of person you should be sure to find and choose a provider who feels similarly.
Another thing to keep in mind is that if you have health ailments, you might try to find someone who specializes in your particular ailments. This will allow you to get the best possible health care, as the person will know how to deal with your illness.
The most important thing is to make sure that your Exclusive Provider is a person who you truly trust and believe in. You don't want to end up with a provider that you don't trust or believe in because they will not bring you the peace of mind you deserve and you will be much less willing to follow their advice.


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Ann Arbor, MI (Sports Network) - Evan Smotrycz scored 16 points and grabbed eight rebounds, while Trey Burke added 15 points, seven assists and six boards as No. 20 Michigan defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff, 63-50.
Matt Vogrich netted 11 points off the bench and Tim Hardaway Jr. chipped in eight points for the Wolverines (8-2), who were 13-of-26 from beyond the arc.
"Really loved the way we played in the first half," Michigan head coach John Beilein said. "We had far too many turnovers in the second half to get away from them."
Michigan turned the ball over a season-high 19 times.
Lazabian Jackson led all scorers with 23 points for Arkansas-Pine Bluff (1-6), which has yet to play a game at home this season.
With Michigan holding a 8-6 lead four minutes into the game, the Golden Lions were held without a field goal for the next eight-plus minutes. The Wolverines went on a 16-0 run and increased their advantage to 24-8.
Burke drilled a three-pointer at the first-half buzzer and paced the Wolverines with 13 points as Michigan took a 37-17 lead into the locker room.
The Golden Lions shot just 19 percent in the first half.
Arkansas-Pine Bluff closed the game on a 12-0 run, making the final margin look respectable.
The Wolverines outrebounded the Golden Lions 36-26, and held them to 36 percent shooting from the field.
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Piedmont Tech students and employees are required to have both a college ID card and a current parking sticker at all college locations.
Cards and stickers are available from either the Information Commons on the Greenwood Campus or County Center sites. Students enrolled in nursing and health science courses must display college ID cards when visiting healthcare facilities. ID cards are only made at the Greenwood, Laurens and Newberry campuses. Parking stickers can be obtained from any campus.
As of August 1st, the replacement cost for an ID card will be $10 (cash/check only).
We do not charge students for the first ID card, but there is a $10 fee for replacement cards. Students should validate ID cards each semester by showing a current schedule to the Information Commons or County Campus staff. The ID Card process takes just a few minutes.
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Qualified non-students who wish to borrow library materials are eligible for the Community Borrower Card. Please provide either a South Carolina Driver's License or other official proof of address to get this card.
Parking stickers are free, and multiple stickers will be issued to students who drive more than one vehicle to campus. Vehicles that do not have a sticker or are improperly parked are subject to tickets. To get a sticker:
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UMass Extension Landscape Message November 1, 2013 One consistent theme - Massachusetts soils are DRY!: "Cape Cod Region (Barnstable): Southeast Region (Wareham): Southeast Region (Hanson): East Region (Boston): Metro West (Acton): Central Region (Boylston): Pioneer Valley Region (Amherst): Berkshire Region (Great Barrington): Claire edit note: nitpicking typo correction |
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Drink related crime in Swindon drops dramatically due to the new NightSafe programme
The good news follows the launch of the new Night Time Economy scheme and the partnership between police and inSwindon, the company dedicated to improving the town centre's economic outlook.
The introduction of the Swindon NightSafe programme, jointly run with inswindon, has also helped Wiltshire Police to identify consistent trouble makers.
Fifty five people have received sanctions ranging from a warning letter to a two-year ban from all licensed venues within the Pubwatch group.
Pubwatch said in a statement: "We want to assure people who want to come out to enjoy themselves that they will not have their night ruined by a few.
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Various Artists By Bruce Miller Published March 16, 2007 More Pressure: Straight To The HeadPressure Sounds 50
Pressure Sounds is arguably the best vintage reggae reissue label going, spitting out tons of obscure dub, rock steady and archival dancehall releases with handsome packaging and solid, if not always well-written information. This latest release, a collection of rare sides, not bound by producer or artist, with no clear agenda other than to take over the head, finds the label trawling the vaults and showing that there seems to be a bottomless pit of indispensable '70s-era Jamaican groove. Included here is Black Uhuru's initial recording, "Folk Song," Rickey Storm's "The Way It Is"—which snags hunks of Blondie's "Rapture" and tucks it snugly into prime reggae's bed—and dub-drenched versions on Bongo Gene's "Skyjack." There's no doubt that the exceeding rarity of its tracks creates much of this package's appeal, but it's their dense, frequently mournful overtones that connect them, and make More Pressure the essential listening it is.


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I just received a 2 year old bare root blueberry bush, and I'm looking for suggestions, hints, tricks, etc. about potting it. It was originally in a one gallon pot, and it was bare rooted for shipping. I've got a good mix to plant it in, but my main concern is the stability of the bush once it's planted. I've never planted a bare root one before. Thanks. |
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- Posted by DaMonkey007 10b - Miami (My Page) on Thu, Mar 29, 12 at 11:01
The best tip for potting a bare root plant, for me anyways, is the mound method. Makes it a snap. Mound up the soil in the center of your pot, up to the level where you want the root mass directly under the stem to sit. Allow the roots to lay naturally down the slope. Fill in around the sides and underneath slowly, taking care to ensure that your mix is getting in between all of the roots. I just use my fingers for this, but you could employ the services of a dowel or the like, if you are so inclined. Then just keep moving upwards in lifts. Water in well. Easy Peasy. PJ |
OK, thanks. The mound method sounds good, along with anchoring the plant temporarily with strings, and possibly a stake or two. I am concerned about the wind initally loosening up the plant. Thanks again. |
So actually I have 3 to plant and I just took a look at the roots of each. One was so root bound that the roots were a solid mass of very fine hairs. The plant looked like it came out of a pot 4" wide and about 10" deep, almost like a tube of roots. I had to break up the mass a little and chunks of the stuff came off in my hand. I'm assuming that's a good thing. So I broke off a bunch of the stuff and reduced the mass of roots to about 1/2. I've got them soaking in water now and will go back out and pot them in a little while. It's amazing how few real looking roots there are on a small blueberry bush. |
Well....all three are potted. We shall see. |
Best luck, Ed. Remember to use a fertilizer that doesn't get its N from nitrate sources - use something like MG or Peter's - something that gets its N from urea. Al |
Al, Could you explain more your advice about N from nitrate sources? Thanks! |
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Former Oakland Raiders defensive lineman Tommy Kelly has agreed to a deal with the New England Patriots, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.
Kelly was let go by the Raiders recently, and has resurfaced in New England with a two-year deal, where the veteran will help to bolster the Patriots defensive line.
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Very Good 4.3/5
(27 ratings)
Submitted by PIPANDBABY Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 12.5g | Calories: 149.4
This recipe takes a traditional French dish and gives it a California twist. A good portion of the fat comes from the avocado, which has mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 16.3g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 32.8g | Calories: 287.2
Good 3.5/5
(10 ratings)
Really yummy, healthy and rather cheap to make. My husband and daughter love this recipe. It is a spin off of the traditional chicken and rice. I listed portions for serving of 8(food for 2 days), but you can cut down if needed. Submitted by YCATSTOUCH Carbs: 19.6g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 10.8g | Calories: 128.9
Very Good 4.6/5
(11 ratings)
Yummy and easy to make. Submitted by T-DUBYA Carbs: 24.1g | Fat: 16.1g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 17.4g | Calories: 365.6
This dish is easy to prepare - mix all ingredients (and salt and/or pepper to taste) and marinate with chicken for 10 minutes up to 24 hours before (refrigerate if marinating more than 20 minutes). For Honey, note that 1 tbsp = 3 tsp (i.e. 2/3 tbsp = 2 tsp). Feel free to substitute seasonings to taste. Submitted by ZANNERQ Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.9g | Calories: 138.6
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Very Good 4.7/5
(13 ratings)
this is cheap to make, easy to make for one person or 10! so yummy! Submitted by QLRLMB05 Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 17.8g | Calories: 125.8
Very Good 4.3/5
(12 ratings)
Submitted by COCOH23 Carbs: 1.3g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 20.4g | Calories: 163.5
Very Good 4.1/5
(9 ratings)
A classic dish that's made easier by using the slow cooker--you're off to work and the slow cooker does the work for you. Submitted by DEBBIEBEE Carbs: 9.5g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 19.3g | Calories: 128.7
Very Good 4.9/5
(9 ratings)
Submitted by LADYHOUSEMOVER Carbs: 9g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 20g | Calories: 142.4
This is the easiest and best way to grill a chicken! The meat is incredibly tender and moist with no added fat! Submitted by ANNETTEMOM Carbs: 0.3g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 21.6g | Calories: 127.6
Very Good 4.7/5
(11 ratings)
Very Easy and Quick Recipe. Recipe recalculated after comment made. I had just one chicken breast instead of 4 in the ingredient calculation. This is correct now. Submitted by JODYGRIZZLE Carbs: 7.5g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 35.9g | Calories: 213.9
Very Good 4.4/5
(9 ratings)
Recipe from the Oct Taste of Healthy Cooking Submitted by KKOCYAN Carbs: 13.7g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 60.1g | Calories: 340.8
Very Good 4.7/5
(10 ratings)
This recipe was given to me by NoMoreFoolin and my kids loved it. I just typed it up, so I could see the nutritional contents. Submitted by ASPOTTR Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 7.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 22.4g | Calories: 192.2
Very Good 4.5/5
(10 ratings)
Sprinkle thyme on chicken breasts liberally, saute for 6 minutes each side in olive oil, remove chicken, add honey and vinegar to pan, stir until thickened, return chicken to pan, coat with glaze and serve. Submitted by FLAPASS Carbs: 22.1g | Fat: 9.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 39.7g | Calories: 330.4
The next best thing to Red Lobsters coconut shrimp!!! I promise this one will become a staple!! Submitted by WANTS2B1HOTMAMA Carbs: 5.7g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 15.9g | Calories: 178.6
Very Good 4.3/5
(7 ratings)
This recipe uses canned vegetables and is useful for somebody who doesn't have a lot of refrigerator space to keep fresh vegetables. However, for a fresher taste you can always use the fresh veggies! It's pretty filling, and fairly low-calorie for 1 cup portions. Make some corn bread to go along with it and add some green beans on the side and you have a great, low calorie dinner. Submitted by SNARKYSEDAI Carbs: 19g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 121
Sweet & Spicy Chicken...Mexican Style Submitted by MORGANWHITNEY83 Carbs: 24.1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 17.4g | Calories: 171.6
Very Good 4.7/5
(7 ratings)
A family favorite. The only thing I changed was to coat the chicken with water instead of milk. Using skim milk would not change the caloric level by much. Submitted by CHRISSIET01 Carbs: 15.2g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 29.2g | Calories: 268.1
Very Good 4.6/5
(5 ratings)
Super easy to whip up if you have had a busy day! I even just make it the night before and pop it in the fridge for the next day! Submitted by AALBERTSON Carbs: 37.4g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 33.8g | Calories: 354


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Multigenerational design, also known as transgenerational design, is an increasingly important aspect of universal design and a major contemporary trend mirroring the dramatic societal and economic changes of the last decades. In particular, public restrooms illustrate these multigenerational trends because they serve such diverse populations. Designing them successfully is a growing challenge for architects and facility owners. Take the course.
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This article originally appeared in the November 2013 issue of ARCHITECT magazine. Architect, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals have a new technology platform to support the old-fashioned notion of planning ahead. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is bringing a sea change to the industry's workflow by facilitating a previously impossible degree of planning, coordination and communication. Integrating the professions through digital processes like BIM supports better buildings and happier owners and occupants. This course will take a look at the variety of tools available for use in different stages of a project. We will focus on digital tools and emerging technologies and how they can create synergy for a project. Take the course.
This article originally appeared in the November 2013 issue of ARCHITECT magazine. When used in the appropriate manner, metal can be a powerful tool for designers. Whether in primary or complementary roles, it is a material whose durability and flexibility can play a useful role in numerous ways on all kinds of building types. No single material or component is a solution unto itself, but as a team player, metal can be a useful arrow in an architect's quiver. This course will discuss a number of specific applications where metal components are well suited to particular building systems or project goals. It will examine the behavior and qualities of the material and share design considerations and tips for effective utilization of metal. Take the course.
This article originally appeared in the November 2013 issue of ARCHITECT magazine. What common thread connects a thriving one-person operation, a growing office of 20 and a prosperous mega firm? What allows each of these vastly different operations to pursue the work they want and continue year after year? One answer is building information modeling, also known as BIM. This software can provide streamline design processes while improving coordination and integration with team members. Using BIM can help keep a firm relevant and competitive. This course will take a closer look at working with BIM and how it can open many paths to profitability and the expansion of services. Take the course.
This program is registered with AIA for 1 CEH. Solid surface is an affordable luxury with unlimited aesthetic options due to its versatility. Describe the ingredients that comprise the material and the manufacturing process. Identify performance benefits of solid surface related to maintenance, health, safety and sustainability, as well as evaluate the aesthetic benefits that give this product unlimited design potential. Finally, examine a range of applications and solutions that solid surface can provide for future design challenges. Take the course.
Acrylic solid surface is valued for its exceptional versatility, durability, and its unique ability to be formed into almost unlimited shapes. Recently it has been recognized as a sustainable, eco-friendly material. Explain what makes a solid surface product eco-friendly, including recycled content, life cycle assessment and contribution to LEED points. Discuss fabrication and evaluate design potential, providing examples of where this eco-friendly surface can be used. Finally, describe how solid surface was used in three case studies, from concept and visualization through design and fabrication. Take the course.
Generally considered the province of engineers and design/build contractors, parking structures have long been a rote sort of project that is often ruled by the mandates of zoning laws, building codes, and the bottom line. Parking garages have recently garnered newfound design acclaim, but their potential to become centers for community gathering and technological trailblazers remains open for exploration. Architects can contribute significantly to integrating parking garages into the community fabric, improving the user experience, and supporting the urban continuum. This article originally published in the November 2012 print and digital editions of ARCHITECT magazine and is registered with AIA for 1 CEH. Take the course.
This program is registered with AIA for 1 HSW/SD hour and with GBCI for 1 CMP hour. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, buildings consume 40 percent of all the energy used nationwide. Achieving optimal energy efficiency in buildings can drastically reduce overall energy consumption, and windows can play a key role in achieving improved performance. Building energy codes, standards and voluntary practices exist to provide a target for achieving recognized and acceptable levels of energy efficiency and establish minimum performance standards for residential and commercial buildings. This course will provide a thorough introduction to the relationship between windows and energy efficiency and the importance of installing appropriate windows with high performance technologies. We will discuss window performance ratings and how they can help to reduce energy costs and improve the comfort of building occupants. Take the course.
This program is registered with AIA for 1 HSW/SD hour and with GBCI for 1 CMP hour. Learn how a glass façade contributes to a sustainable building, from energy savings and savings on mechanical systems, to occupant health and comfort. It also acts as a primer on building-integrated photovoltaics, or BIPV. This educational unit describes a glass façade building that is intelligently designed, with high-quality glazing and energy efficient frames, passive and active solar shading, operable windows that function automatically or according to occupant design, and even, to take it to the highest level, building integrated photovoltaics. Take the course.


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June 9, 2011, 5:00 PM
By Lisa Taddeo
Nigel Parry
Eleven o'clock on a Saturday morning and Bradley Cooper is sleeping. Russell Crowe is Robin Hood on the television and there has been another day of Limitless publicity in between and Cooper is tired. Five days earlier, Entertainment Weekly declared that "A Serious Movie Star Is Born." He is on his side and unshaven and not snoring and smiling.
Tomorrow morning he will fly to Berlin, and then to Madrid, Copenhagen, Rome, Paris. He will say that more often than he has heard that he is good-looking, he has heard that he is unfuckable. Asleep on this couch, there is nothing imperfect.
Earlier, he sat back in a chair at the kitchen table and asked, "What else do you want to know?" He ate two or three bagels quickly. He spread cream cheese on half of one and handed it to me. There's a warm vulnerability. His father passed away this year. He moved in with his parents in his hometown, Philadelphia, for his final five months. He took his father to an Eagles playoff game on a Sunday and he died the following Saturday. On Cooper's right hand he wears his father's wedding ring. He has brought his mother to live with him in his new home in Los Angeles.
"I love having her," he says. "I wouldn't have it any other way." He was very close to his father, and now he is closer than ever with his mother. He asks her to go everywhere. He is going to spend a month in Paris with her. He gets depressed, he has anxiety. He used to be afraid of death, mortality, until his father died.
When he speaks about his family, he is serious, he does not smile as much or make eye contact. He looks inside refrigerators. His hair is short-long, and he has the beginnings of a beard and some of the hairs are gray. There's a wall, because there's a fear of showing the side of the man that we have not yet seen on the screen.
But right now he knows, more than anybody knows, that he is in transition. That he can make it one way, or another way. The desire to please is not because he is afraid of being disliked. He has always been popular. It comes, rather, from wanting it so badly. Stanley Kubrick is his favorite director. He wants to act in stark things, like Blue Valentine, which he saw yesterday. Instead he is in Us Weekly for having broken up with another celebrity. But that people care who he is dating or who he is not dating, surely this is a sign that people at least care.
No, he says. "Being in Us Weekly does not make you famous. Paul Thomas Anderson does not read Us Weekly and go, 'Hey, look at this guy! I want this douchebag in my next film.' "
So when Bradley Cooper is self-deprecating — when he refers to himself as unfuckable — there is truth to his fear that it is, indeed, the truth. In his acting, the striving that skitters beside the winking confidence is real. He is afraid of being unfuckable by great directors, and by audiences and critics who matter. This fear is an aged thing. His mother says she doesn't understand. She asks him why he tells the media that he wasn't popular or attractive growing up, and he'll say, "Mom, that's how I feel." As a child, she says he was always stared at. Everywhere he went, people thought he was gorgeous. Today, she continues, CNN loves him, people on the street love him. He has hung out now with two presidents, and they want to have lunch and dinner with him.
Still, there is a nervous ego. He takes praise like someone who needs it while he tries to make you feel like he needs you.
"I'm really glad you said that about Ben," he says, when I tell him his character in He's Just Not That Into You was likable. He is really glad I said that about Ben.
This is a beautiful time as much as it is a hard time. This is JFK as senator, a time in a man's life when the future is unpaved but open into forever and limitless. It is somewhat up to him, and he is doing everything to run it his way, but for the part that is not up to him, he has to wait and watch, on couches and from covers of tabloids. He must still carry matches.
"So how does this work?" he asks. "Like, how are you going to write this? Are you writing what I'm doing right now?"
He just did another interview with someone and they talked about music for four hours, but none of that went into the story. He laughs and says, "Dude, where the fuck was the four hours of music talk?"
When he leaves my apartment, he'll return to the Greenwich Hotel, to sleep more, unless he can motivate to go to the gym. I say he has been on hidden camera this whole time, and he says had he known, he would have gone to the gym sooner. The hotel, which is De Niro's hotel, is his favorite in the world. He has not been to all of them yet, and he loves what he knows. He watches Morning Joe and has been on it a few times. Obama, he says, is my boy. He is like other newish celebrities like this. The political puppyishness, the wanting to appear on Bill Maher but not having been asked. No matter how great and high a man gets, there is always a higher tier. There is always a skill set to desire. Actors want to be directors and directors want to be CEOs and CEOs want to write screenplays. But beyond that, Bradley Cooper wants to realize Bradley Cooper, fully and irrevocably. That much is sure, the dedication is naked, but the question is, what level of a man and a star will the name Bradley Cooper mean?
After the bagels he retires to the couch, to watch television. He is almost longer than the couch but he is good at getting comfortable, and he falls asleep for a little while and when he wakes up, his inaugurated eyes focus on the screen. His friend's band is playing from his iPod in the other room, and Russell Crowe is silent but acting.
Half asleep but self-aware, Bradley Cooper whispers, "Russell Crowe. Shit. He is. Next level."
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Back then, there was only one section, what is now known as Medicare Part A. Over time, additional options were added. Each works differently from the others, which can be confusing.
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This helps pay for hospitals, home health, hospice, and skilled-nursing facility care. Most people pay for this while they are working, so there is no monthly cost. You will have to pay some money when using the benefits.
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